When Something Feels Off: How to Fix a Business Before It Breaks
EP340 Profit With A Plan Podcast
Released 3/24/26
Guest: Jay David, Founder of Do Business Better
Host: Marcia Riner CEO of Infinite Profit®, business growth strategist
🎯 Episode Summary
Sometimes your business looks fine on the surface, but underneath, something isn’t working. Margins are tight, problems keep repeating, and growth feels heavier than it should.
This conversation breaks down how to recognize those signals early, uncover what’s really causing the issues, and fix the root problems before they turn into bigger setbacks.
🎥 What You’ll Learn
- The early warning signs your business needs a turnaround
- Why recurring problems matter more than one-time issues
- How to identify root causes behind cash flow and performance issues
- The role of leadership, communication, and team feedback in fixing problems
- How pricing, capacity, and cost structure impact profitability
- Why most businesses misread their numbers and make poor decisions
⏱️ Timestamp Highlights
[00:00] When your business feels off but you can’t explain why
[06:00] The real signals that a turnaround is needed
[08:30] How to uncover root problems inside your team and operations
[10:00] Why quick wins help reset momentum in a struggling business
[18:00] Pricing mistakes that quietly kill revenue opportunities
[30:00] Using break-even analysis to make smarter business decisions
🔗 Resources & Links
💼 About Marcia Riner & Profit With A Plan
Marcia Riner is a business growth strategist, creator of the Profit Booster® strategies, and CEO of Infinite Profit®. She helps entrepreneurs scale smarter, increase profitability, and build businesses that are worth more whether they plan to keep them or sell them.
As host of Profit With A Plan, Marcia shares expert interviews and actionable strategies to help business owners increase revenue, improve systems, and prepare for high-value exits. With decades of experience in finance, operations, and marketing, she delivers clear, profit-driving insights you can use right away.
Questions? Call (949) 229-2112 or visit Infinite-Profit.com
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