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Each episode features real conversations with small business owners and the people who support them—bankers, coaches, advisors, and operators in the trenches.
You’ll hear honest stories, practical lessons, and the kind of insights that only come from doing the work—not just talking about it.
We talk about what’s working—and what’s not—because failure is part of the process. Without it, there is no growth.
Whether you’re trying to grow, solve problems, or simply keep things moving forward, this is where real business gets discussed.
Welcome to Business on the Run, hosted by Mark Andersen, CPA and founder of Know Your Numbers. This podcast is designed to help small business owners make data-driven decisions using the financial information already inside their accounting records.
If you’re ready to stop guessing and start leading with numbers, this podcast is for you!
Subscribe and join us as we make a dent in the small business failure rate — one informed decision at a time!!
Welcome to Business on the Run!
In this episode, we sit down with Ricky Cruz, owner of Cruz N Carz, to discuss his journey through life and business, along with his vision for the future. After recently scaling his operation, Ricky shares insights into the challenges he’s overcome, the lessons he’s learned, and what it truly takes to build a successful shop. This conversation offers a closer look into the mindset, work ethic, and ambition driving his continued growth.
This is why knowing your numbers is so important when running a business. You are not doing the most when it comes to maximizing your growth!
In this episode of Business on the Run Mark sits down with friend, veteran, founder and business manager of Grit Realty, Sasha Costa. Sasha and Mark talk about the birth of Grit Realty and touch on how focusing on certain things is important.
Most small business owners don’t fail because they lack passion — they fail because they’re running their business without clear financial insight.
In this episode of Business on the Run, Mark Andersen shares powerful lessons from his journey running half marathons, 50-mile races, 100K ultras, and even 100-mile endurance races — and how those experiences mirror the challenges of running a small business.
Running a business comes with constant decisions—and not always clear answers.
Business on the Run, hosted by Mark Andersen, is where small business owners and the people who support them share real experiences, practical insights, and honest lessons from the field.
We cover the wins, the challenges, and the failures that shape better decisions over time.
If you’re looking for clear thinking and real-world perspective, you’re in the right place.
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Meet the host of Business on the Run! Mark brings a unique blend of CPA expertise, ultra-marathon endurance, and a passion for helping small business owners succeed with their financial data.

CPA, Host & Founder of Know Your Numbers
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