<![CDATA[The Back Office Podcast]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zach-huffman0Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:22:27 GMTWed, 25 Feb 2026 22:59:06 GMT60Zach HuffmanThis podcast is for the builders inside regular businesses doing uncommon work. Everyone talks about the wins. We talk about what creates them. Each episode sits down with owners and operators who refuse to be average—and we peel back the stories, decisions, mistakes, and turning points that happen where most people never look: the Back Office. The systems. The trade-offs. The hard conversations. The moves that actually drive growth and build careers. Come for the stories. Leave with the playbook.episodicZach Huffmanzhuffman96@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Pioneering New Industries, Personal Branding & Crypto]]>The podcast episode features a conversation with Edward Manoukian, focusing on personal branding, founding a company in a complicated industry, and creating a stable coin. The discussion delves into Edward's journey, challenges faced, and his philosophy of entrepreneurship. The conversation delves into the journey of building a personal brand, navigating misunderstood industries, expanding networks, balancing multiple responsibilities, engaging in diverse business endeavors, adopting cryptocurrency in business, and guiding principles for success. The speakers discuss leveraging personal brand for business growth, the importance of trust and credibility in misunderstood industries, energy and time management as a solopreneur, and the incorporation of personal stories into brand building. They also explore the adoption of cryptocurrency in business and the significance of mentorship and authenticity in professional success.

Takeaways

  • Starting a business in a complicated niche industry requires overcoming isolation and skepticism.
  • Explaining cryptocurrency technology in a simplified manner is essential for fostering understanding and curiosity. Leverage personal brand for business growth
  • Embrace authenticity and genuine human connection

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Personal Background
  • 07:13 Overcoming Isolation and Pioneering in Business
  • 13:12 Explaining Cryptocurrency Technology
  • 18:23 Philosophy of Entrepreneurship and Self-Discipline
  • 26:50 Building Personal Brand and Networking
  • 32:45 Balancing Multiple Responsibilities
  • 41:12 Adopting Cryptocurrency in Business
  • 48:13 Guiding Principles for Success

Host & Guest Information

Guest:

Edward Manoukian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-manoukian-msc-057b02124/

Guest Website: https://www.cryptognosis.io/

Hosts

Zach Huffman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachery-huffman-76bb3215a/

Joe Flammer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-flammer-82b955186/

]]>9eefedbe-9c40-4ad6-8896-bdafb4628c0bWed, 08 Apr 2026 14:41:07 GMT<p>The podcast episode features a conversation with Edward Manoukian, focusing on personal branding, founding a company in a complicated industry, and creating a stable coin. The discussion delves into Edward's journey, challenges faced, and his philosophy of entrepreneurship. The conversation delves into the journey of building a personal brand, navigating misunderstood industries, expanding networks, balancing multiple responsibilities, engaging in diverse business endeavors, adopting cryptocurrency in business, and guiding principles for success. The speakers discuss leveraging personal brand for business growth, the importance of trust and credibility in misunderstood industries, energy and time management as a solopreneur, and the incorporation of personal stories into brand building. They also explore the adoption of cryptocurrency in business and the significance of mentorship and authenticity in professional success.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Starting a business in a complicated niche industry requires overcoming isolation and skepticism.</li><li>Explaining cryptocurrency technology in a simplified manner is essential for fostering understanding and curiosity. Leverage personal brand for business growth</li><li>Embrace authenticity and genuine human connection</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Personal Background</li><li>07:13 Overcoming Isolation and Pioneering in Business</li><li>13:12 Explaining Cryptocurrency Technology</li><li>18:23 Philosophy of Entrepreneurship and Self-Discipline</li><li>26:50 Building Personal Brand and Networking</li><li>32:45 Balancing Multiple Responsibilities</li><li>41:12 Adopting Cryptocurrency in Business</li><li>48:13 Guiding Principles for Success</li></ul><p></p><p>Host &amp; Guest Information</p><p></p><p>Guest:</p><p>Edward Manoukian LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-manoukian-msc-057b02124/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-manoukian-msc-057b02124/</a></p><p>Guest Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cryptognosis.io/" target="_blank">https://www.cryptognosis.io/</a></p><p></p><p>Hosts</p><p>Zach Huffman: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachery-huffman-76bb3215a/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachery-huffman-76bb3215a/</a></p><p></p><p>Joe Flammer: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-flammer-82b955186/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-flammer-82b955186/</a></p>no00:48:524Pioneering New Industries, Personal Branding & Cryptofull<![CDATA[Back Office Podcast x The Dickie & Donny Show]]>In this episode, hosts Zachery Huffman, Joe Flammer, and guests Dickie and Donny explore how business owners can escape chaos through clarity, systems, and strategic growth. They share practical insights on the four P's—Purpose, People, Process, Profit—and how to implement them for operational freedom.

Key Topics

  • The 4 P's of Business: Purpose, People, Process, Profit
  • The importance of clarity and systems in business growth
  • Common chaos points for business owners and how to fix them
  • The role of leadership and delegation in scaling
  • First wins for business owners: financial clarity and trust in systems

]]>89e1781a-a2e4-4c71-8be4-41af26808104Mon, 23 Mar 2026 16:34:10 GMT<p>In this episode, hosts Zachery Huffman, Joe Flammer, and guests Dickie and Donny explore how business owners can escape chaos through clarity, systems, and strategic growth. They share practical insights on the four P's—Purpose, People, Process, Profit—and how to implement them for operational freedom.</p><p></p><p><b>Key Topics</b></p><ul><li>The 4 P's of Business: Purpose, People, Process, Profit</li><li>The importance of clarity and systems in business growth</li><li>Common chaos points for business owners and how to fix them</li><li>The role of leadership and delegation in scaling</li><li>First wins for business owners: financial clarity and trust in systems</li></ul><p></p>no00:42:0113Back Office Podcast x The Dickie & Donny Showfull<![CDATA[Financial Planning for Small Business Owners]]>In this episode, Zach Huffman, and Joe Flammer sit down with Neil Connolly. Neil shares expert insights on building wealth beyond your business, strategic financial planning for business owners, and leveraging retirement plans like solo 401(k)s to secure your financial future. Discover practical tips to start planning early, avoid common pitfalls, and create a diversified portfolio for long-term success.


Keywords:

wealth building, financial planning, small business, solo 401k, retirement strategies, legacy planning, business exit, tax optimization, investment tips, financial advice


Key  Topics

  • Building wealth outside of the business
  • Strategic financial planning for entrepreneurs
  • Leveraging solo 401(k) and retirement plans

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Wealth Building Beyond Business

01:43 Understanding Wealth and Legacy Planning

03:56 Neil Connolly's Background and Experience

07:06 Financial Milestones for Business Owners

11:57 The Importance of Early Financial Planning

13:42 Exploring 401k Options for Business Owners

17:00 Utilizing 401k Loans for Business Funding

22:14 Overcoming Financial Blind Spots

25:40 The Worst Advice in Business Planning

26:15 The Cost of Hustle Culture

29:35 Lessons from Leadership Transitions

31:11 Investing Before You Have Money

32:25 Optimizing Financial Growth

40:09 Overcoming Financial Blind Spots

45:27 Building Trust in Financial Relationships


Guest Info

Neil Connolly on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilconnolly

Rigden Capital Strategies -https://www.rigdencapital.com/team-neil

Host Info

Zach Huffman's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachery-huffman-76bb3215a/

Joe Flammer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-flammer-82b955186/

]]>72bb6b63-41bd-41e1-8279-4429f5175b28Thu, 12 Mar 2026 20:58:10 GMT<p>In this episode, Zach Huffman, and Joe Flammer sit down with Neil Connolly. Neil shares expert insights on building wealth beyond your business, strategic financial planning for business owners, and leveraging retirement plans like solo 401(k)s to secure your financial future. Discover practical tips to start planning early, avoid common pitfalls, and create a diversified portfolio for long-term success.</p><p><br />Keywords:</p><p>wealth building, financial planning, small business, solo 401k, retirement strategies, legacy planning, business exit, tax optimization, investment tips, financial advice</p><p><br /><b>Key  Topics</b></p><ul><li>Building wealth outside of the business</li><li>Strategic financial planning for entrepreneurs</li><li>Leveraging solo 401(k) and retirement plans</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Wealth Building Beyond Business</p><p>01:43 Understanding Wealth and Legacy Planning</p><p>03:56 Neil Connolly's Background and Experience</p><p>07:06 Financial Milestones for Business Owners</p><p>11:57 The Importance of Early Financial Planning</p><p>13:42 Exploring 401k Options for Business Owners</p><p>17:00 Utilizing 401k Loans for Business Funding</p><p>22:14 Overcoming Financial Blind Spots</p><p>25:40 The Worst Advice in Business Planning</p><p>26:15 The Cost of Hustle Culture</p><p>29:35 Lessons from Leadership Transitions</p><p>31:11 Investing Before You Have Money</p><p>32:25 Optimizing Financial Growth</p><p>40:09 Overcoming Financial Blind Spots</p><p>45:27 Building Trust in Financial Relationships</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Guest Info</b></p><p>Neil Connolly on LinkedIn - <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-connolly-cfp/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilconnolly</a></p><p>Rigden Capital Strategies -<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.rigdencapital.com/team-neil" target="_blank">https://www.rigdencapital.com/team-neil</a></p><p></p><p>Host Info</p><p>Zach Huffman's LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachery-huffman-76bb3215a/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachery-huffman-76bb3215a/</a></p><p></p><p>Joe Flammer's LinkedIn: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-flammer-82b955186/" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-flammer-82b955186/</a><br /></p>no00:53:582Financial Planning for Small Business Ownersfull<![CDATA[Meet The Hosts (Episode 1)]]>In this inaugural episode of The Back Office podcast, hosts Zach Huffman and Joe Flammer introduce their mission to spotlight the real stories behind building successful businesses. They discuss the importance of operational clarity, leadership lessons, and the value of learning from both wins and losses in entrepreneurship.

Zach Huffman's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachery-huffman-76bb3215a/

Joe Flammer's LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-flammer-82b955186/

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zach-huffman0/episodes/Meet-The-Hosts-Episode-1-e3fk64l3cdd25cc-4cad-4141-af89-ea06eefe81bfWed, 25 Feb 2026 22:58:14 GMT<p>In this inaugural episode of The Back Office podcast, hosts Zach Huffman and Joe Flammer introduce their mission to spotlight the real stories behind building successful businesses. They discuss the importance of operational clarity, leadership lessons, and the value of learning from both wins and losses in entrepreneurship.</p><p></p><p><b>Zach Huffman's LinkedIn: </b>https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachery-huffman-76bb3215a/</p><p></p><p><b>Joe Flammer's LinkedIn:</b></p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-flammer-82b955186/</p>yes00:43:0511Meet The Hosts (Episode 1)full