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EPISODE · Sep 11, 2025 · 56 MIN

“Debt: Beware of the Hidden Partner Every Entrepreneur has to Face” on Mike and Blaine

from Business, Beer & BS with Mike & Blaine · host Mike Milan & Blaine Bertsch

Send us Fan MailMost entrepreneurs think they know their business partners—until debt quietly takes a seat at the table. In this episode of Mike and Blaine, we explore how debt acts as a hidden partner in your business, shaping decisions around pricing, hiring, expansion, and risk—often without you realizing it.It’s not about fear—it’s about visibility. If you’ve ever borrowed money, signed a lease, or leveraged financing to grow, debt has already become part of your leadership team. Mike and Blaine break down how to recognize debt’s influence and what you can do to stay in control.How debt quietly drives business decisionsWhy visibility into your obligations changes your strategyThe risks of ignoring debt as a “silent stakeholder”Practical steps to manage financial commitments with confidenceTune in to rethink how you view debt and its role in your entrepreneurial journey.#Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #BusinessFinance #CashFlow #BusinessGrowthDon't miss the latest insights and entertaining discussions on entrepreneurship, small business, and random BS. Subscribe, follow, and like Mike and Blaine's "Business, Beer, and BS" and catch every episode! Featured Beer: @snakelakebrewco Mike: Neighbour Pat’s “Shallow Grave” PorterBlaine: Snake Lake “Sidewinder” IPAWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4Mj948JyYTkThanks to our Beer Sponsors: • Rachel Barnett from Gentle Frog: youtube.com/@GentleFrog • Karen Hairston from 3S Smart Consulting: 3ssmartconsulting.com• Larry Weinstein, the Cash Flow Cowboy in Houston Texas!• Neighbor Pat• Devin• Jeff Robertson at jeffreyrobertson.comListen to all our episodes at mikeandblaine.comcashflowmike.comdryrun.comSupport the showCatch more episodes, see our sponsors and get in touch at https://mikeandblaine.com/

Send us Fan Mail Most entrepreneurs think they know their business partners—until debt quietly takes a seat at the table. In this episode of Mike and Blaine, we explore how debt acts as a hidden partner in your business, shaping decisions around pricing, hiring, expansion, and risk—often without you realizing it. It’s not about fear—it’s about visibility. If you’ve ever borrowed money, signed a lease, or leveraged financing to grow, debt has already become part of your leadership team. Mike a...

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