What is Business UnPHILtered?

Phil Foster is a business owner with 22 years of experience, on a mission to demystify the confusing side of running a business, cutting through the jargon and fluff around topics like cost strategies, people management, and bills.

Each week, Phil will be having real conversations with real business owners about their experiences, stories, challenges, and solutions, deli

Here’s the teaser to UnPHILtered. We'll be releasing longer episodes with insights into small businesses, their challenges and key takeaways. 

Insight from Phil Foster

“Thanks for watching the introduction to Business UnPHILtered. This is something I've wanted to do for a long time, just real, honest conversations about the things that actually matter when you're running a business. No fluff, no jargon, just straight talk. If this sounds like something you need, make sure you come back for the first episode. We're just getting started.” - Phil Foster, CEO of Love Business.

The Reality of Running a Business

This video, part of the Business UnPHILtered series, highlights the real-world challenges faced by small business owners.

Key Takeaways

  • Economic Pressure: Owners note that costs are rising across the board, making it difficult to find time or resources to seek savings. 

  • Operational Frustrations: Discussions reveal common pain points such as missing contract renewal dates, resulting in expensive out-of-contract rates, and the annoyance of unsolicited cold calls.

  • Complexity and Stress: One business owner emphasises the need for simpler processes, noting the stress of managing high overheads, such as wages for over 35 staff members.

Business UnPHILtered Playlist

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is Business UnPHILtered?

    Business UnPHILtered is a video series that cuts through the noise and nonsense of running a business. Each week, host Phil Foster sits down with real business owners to talk about their experiences, challenges, and solutions, covering everything from cost strategies and people management to bills and beyond. No fluff, no jargon, just straight answers and real stories with genuine take-home value.

  • Who is Phil Foster?

    Phil Foster is a seasoned business owner with over 22 years of experience in running and scaling businesses. With a background specialising in cost reduction and bill management, Phil has developed a deep understanding of the challenges business owners face day to day. Business UnPHILtered is his way of sharing that knowledge openly,  cutting through the confusion and giving business owners the honest, practical insights they actually need.

  • How often is Business UnPHILtered updated?

    New episodes drop regularly, with fresh content added each month. Each instalment brings new conversations, new stories, and new insights, so whether you're a first-time viewer or a returning one, there's always something relevant and useful to take away.

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