Paul Alex Espinoza podcasts and interviews

Most read with Paul Alex Espinoza

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

A Business Partner Won't Make the Fear Go Away

A shared business idea can still fail on who does the work, so here is how to test a partner before committing.

02:54 2 min read 28 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

They Said Yes. So Where's the Payment?

A yes is not the same as paid money, so learn how to tell interest, agreement and cash apart.

02:49 2 min read 27 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

If Your Team Can't Disagree With You, You're Missing Something

A simple three-part standard for raising concerns can help teams surface problems before a plan goes live.

02:46 2 min read 26 views

Episodes (14)

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

You Hit the Goal. Why Doesn't It Feel Like Enough?

A reached goal can feel empty, but a few simple checks reveal what it changed and how to choose the next target well.

02:52 2 min read 12 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

Your First Hire Isn't a Rescue Mission

A busy schedule shows a need, but a useful hire starts with grouping related tasks into one clearly defined role.

02:48 2 min read 11 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

Your Offer Makes Sense to You. Does It Make Sense to Them?

Learn why asking a newcomer to explain your offer back to you can expose confusing terms and reveal what to fix.

02:51 2 min read 10 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

You Had a Bad Morning. Stop Giving It the Whole Day.

One bad morning doesn't have to set the tone for your entire afternoon, and a single finishable task can restore your direction.

02:47 2 min read 15 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

Their Success Isn't Proof You're Behind

Another entrepreneur's business win doesn't have to erase your progress; here's how to compare fairly and learn from it.

03:22 3 min read 17 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

The Wrong Customer Can Cost More Than No Customer

A deal that strains your schedule, budget or skills can cost more than walking away from it entirely.

02:49 2 min read 19 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

One Good Month Doesn't Mean You've Figured It Out

A strong month can hide late payments, one-off projects and unpaid costs, so here is how to read it first.

03:24 3 min read 19 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

What Breaks in Your Business When You're Not There?

Written instructions often miss steps, but a practice handoff reveals what a backup person really needs.

02:48 2 min read 22 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

Your Inbox Has a Plan for Your Day. Do You?

Answering messages all day can leave your most important project untouched, and a few simple habits can change that.

02:52 2 min read 25 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

If Your Team Can't Disagree With You, You're Missing Something

A simple three-part standard for raising concerns can help teams surface problems before a plan goes live.

02:46 2 min read 26 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

They Said Yes. So Where's the Payment?

A yes is not the same as paid money, so learn how to tell interest, agreement and cash apart.

02:49 2 min read 27 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

Your Current Customer Is Watching You Chase the Next One

A paying customer's silence hides unfinished work, and a basic commitment list can catch it early.

02:49 2 min read 25 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

A Business Partner Won't Make the Fear Go Away

A shared business idea can still fail on who does the work, so here is how to test a partner before committing.

02:54 2 min read 28 views

The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

Good Intentions Don't Always Make Good Business Advice

Confident or well-meaning advice can miss your business problem, so check what it's based on and test a small step first.

03:28 3 min read 19 views