EP14: Ryan Shapiro, Founder of PEOMG | "Businesses are People"

Summary: Ryan Shapiro, Founder of PEOMG, discusses the importance of PEOs in supporting small to medium-sized businesses. He shares his journey into the PEO industry, the complexities of finding the right PEO for businesses, and the current climate for small businesses. Ryan emphasizes the need for authenticity and responsibility in the PEO consulting space and offers insights for aspiring entrepreneurs. He also outlines the plans for PEOMG and the impact they aim to have on the industry.   Takeaways Helping small to medium-sized businesses is our core mission. Complex problems are what drive my passion. PEOs can support a wide range of industries. Navigating the PEO landscape requires careful evaluation. The current business climate is challenging but full of opportunities. Finding the right PEO is crucial for business success. Authenticity and responsibility are key in consulting. Entrepreneurs should assess their weaknesses. PEOmg aims to expand and support more businesses. Education and fun are essential in the PEO industry. Keywords: PEO, HR outsourcing, small business, entrepreneurship, talent retention, business growth, employee support, PEO industry, consulting, business solutions, PEOMG, Ryan Shapiro   Sound Bites "I like complex problems." "It's a relationship, it's a partnership." "Businesses are people." "What am I really not good at?" "We couldn't be happier about the results." "There's nothing sexy about the PEO industry." "We do it to educate and have fun." Chapters:  00:00 Introduction to PEOMG and Ryan Shapiro 02:38 The Mission Behind PEOMG 05:32 The Complexity of PEOs and Small Business Solutions 12:00 Navigating the PEO Landscape 19:49 Current Climate for Small Businesses 22:28 Identifying the Right Fit for PEOs 25:49 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 28:21 Future Plans for PEOMG