In this episode of The PayDay Podcast, Matt interviews Ryan Nicley, the mastermind behind Simpletech LLC. Ryan is a restaurant point-of-sale (POS) system broker and implementation specialist, making this episode a must-listen for anyone dreaming of owning a restaurant or bar. Matt and Ryan explore the surprising similarities between selling payroll services and POS systems to restaurants, highlighting their connection through timekeeping and labor cost tracking.

Ryan shares his inspiring journey from working his first payroll job at a clothing store in the mall to becoming a technology expert and, ultimately, a restaurant POS guru. He sees himself as the quarterback of the restaurant team, designing efficient food and drink menus while optimizing staff workflows for peak performance.

Along the way, Matt and Ryan reminisce about their own nostalgic experiences in the restaurant industry, offering listeners a mix of humor, insight, and actionable advice. Don’t miss a minute of this engaging episode, packed with stories and strategies for navigating the challenging yet rewarding world of restaurants!

This episode is sponsored by Payroll Partners

In this episode, Matt chats with Ed Stogner, a franchisee for Team Logic IT and a fellow member of his BNI group. Ed shares his journey from working in engineering for manufacturing companies to finally fulfilling his entrepreneurial dreams by joining Team Logic. A key influence along Ed’s path was his father, who gave him his first paycheck as an employee for his small business dealing with actuator valves in the oil and gas industry. His dad inspired Ed's tireless work ethic and obsession with accuracy while inspiring him to be his own boss. Ed’s high school football days as a left tackle also shaped his mindset, as he now uses the lessons of selflessness and protection to protect his small business clients from cyber blitzes. The conversation also explores AI's influence on startups, all while keeping the tone light with plenty of laughter.

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In this episode of the PayDay Podcast, Matt reconnects with an old colleague, Tyler Betts from Dempsey & Siders. The two reminisce about how they first met at Sheakley, and Tyler shares his inspiring journey from working as a cart guy at Thriftway, transitioning into the hospitality industry, and eventually joining his father's insurance agency in pursuit of a more family-friendly career. They dive into key topics like small business insurance, covering everything from EPL insurance to workers' compensation. The conversation then shifts to how both Matt and Tyler have used business networking to grow their respective businesses. Furthermore, Tyler discusses the defensive strategy he employs to ensure his clients understand all the various types of coverage available to protect their businesses from unexpected risks. You won't want to miss this insightful conversation!

This episode is sponsored by Payroll Partners.