The MBA Way

The MBA Way Podcast brings resources and advice to Canadian business owners with a splash of entertainment. We interview thought leaders, business advisors and other successful business owners to help grow your business AND your life. Got to www.mbacpa.ca to find out more about how MBA Chartered Professional Accountants can help you with your accounting, tax and advisory needs.

The MBA Way is a business podcast hosted by Erik Solbakken, BA, CA, CPA, with 27 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Erik Solbakken, BA, CA, CPA hosts The MBA Way, a business show with 27 episodes published.

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  Episode #28

  EP 28: Minimizing Taxes and Maximizing Entrepreneurial Freedom with Trevor Parry

  Apr 29, 202538 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>​​Trevor Parry is a lawyer, father, and unapologetic patriot who helps entrepreneurs and professionals minimize taxes and navigate financial complexity. Grounded in a strong belief in limiting government overreach, Trevor provides strategic guidance and select financial solutions that empower clients to grow, protect, and preserve their wealth.</p><p>He brings an objective, battlefield-level perspective to each situation—working alongside existing teams to answer key questions: What can I do? What can’t I do? What’s the risk? With clarity and precision, he helps clients face complexity head-on.</p><p>Trevor also speaks ope...

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  Episode #27

  EP 27: Increase Revenue & Customer Loyalty With Gift Cards with Larry Rubin

  Apr 15, 202535 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>Larry Rubin, known as "The Gift Card Guy," saw a market being overlooked—small, independent businesses lacked the tools and guidance to create effective gift and loyalty programs. That’s why he founded Swipe It, a company dedicated to helping mom-and-pop shops implement customized gift card solutions with as few as 100 cards to start.</p><p>Originally launched as an off-campus meal plan card, Swipe It evolved into a powerful technology platform that allows restaurants and retailers to create their own branded gift cards. Business owners benefit in multiple ways—gift cards drive upfron...

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  Episode #26

  EP 26: Treating People Not Patients with Michael Sonick

  Apr 1, 202537 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>“The most important part of my practice is how I relate to the people I serve.” Guest, Dr. Michael Sonick, is not only a globally recognized expert in dental implantology and periodontology—he’s also the author of Treating People, Not Patients. This groundbreaking book isn’t just for dental or medical professionals; it’s for anyone in the service industry who wants to elevate the way they connect with others.</p><p>Dr. Sonick emphasizes a truth often overlooked: social and interpersonal skills are critical to healing and success. “When people feel better, they h...

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  Episode #25

  EP 25: How To Increase Staff Productivity By 4.6X with Grace Gavin

  Mar 18, 202555 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>In this episode, we sit down with Grace Gavin, co-founder of Know Honesty, to explore the power of open and honest communication in the workplace. When employees feel heard and respected, they are 4.6 times more productive—but fostering this culture requires more than just listening.</p><p>Grace unpacks the nature of power dynamics in leadership and why many companies struggle to implement proven systems. She shares how organizations can move from low-honesty-low-openness to a culture of high-honesty-high-openness, emphasizing that leaders must go first in creating this shift.</p><p>We also dive in...

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  Episode #24

  EP 24: How To Disaster-Proof Your Family Legacy with Sandy Pollack

  Mar 4, 202539 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>This is one thing in life that is an absolute certainty: death. So how you leave your business, assets, and responsibilities behind matters. Sandy Pollack, CFP, CLU, TEP, FEA, MFA-P, is akin to the MBA Way with her collaborative, comprehensive approach to Estate Planning.  Without a plan, your loved ones could be left with unnecessary headaches, legal battles, and financial chaos.</p><p>The key to disaster-proofing your legacy is intentionality. Your wealth should serve your lifetime and be strategically put to use after you're gone. Open communication with your family about inheritance i...

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