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by John Haskell, Ranch Right LLC
Welcome to Ranchonomics, where we empower you to build a better ranch and transform your operation into a thriving business. Together, we will look at essential strategies, mindsets, and processes needed to take command of your financials and master the business metrics that make all the difference. With each episode, you will hear inspiring success stories, gain simple yet powerful financial literacy tips, and listen to insightful interviews with industry experts and real-life practitioners. Whether you are a seasoned rancher or just starting out, managing a ranch shouldn't mean drowning in paperwork or missing out on valuable opportunities. We believe in helping you see the link between your daily ranching operations and your financials, allowing you to go from chaos to clarity and achieve your goals. Join us as
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- 3 days ago9 min
The HR Support Most Ranch Operations Don't Know They Need [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 7]
What does HR support actually look like for a ranch operation and why do you need it? In this episode of the Ranch Right Experience Series, John Haskell sits down with HR advisor, Emilie Hopson, to break down the foundational people-management systems every ag operation needs as it scales.The conversation covers what to think through when hiring a first employee, why onboarding sets the long-term tone for a hire's success, and how operational calendars, org charts, and simple SOPs bring clarity to growing teams. Emilie also walks through the practical, non-corporate approach RanchRite takes to HR and emphasizes coaching conversations as a non-negotiable part of employee development.Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!In this episode, we cover:The foundations for hiring a first employee, starting with job descriptions and the candidate selection processWhy onboarding and position agreements set the tone for a new hire's entire tenureThe role of regular performance evaluations and coaching conversations in setting clear expectations and opportunities for growthHow employment policies (housing, benefits, non-cash compensation) fill gaps beyond base payRanch Right’s philosophy of building client self-sufficiency in HR rather than long-term dependencyFind the full Ranch Right Experience Series below:Why Ranch Right Exists [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 1]What Happens on a Discovery Call [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 2]Getting You Set Up: Onboarding [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 3]What to Expect From Your Ranch Right Consulting Team [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 4]Clean Books, Clear Numbers — How Ranch Right Manages Your Accounting [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 5]How Payroll Works [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 6]The HR Support Most Ranch Operations Don't Know They Need [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 7]Connect with Ranch Right:Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn MoreSubscribe on YouTubeFollow on Instagram @ranchrightllcFollow on FacebookCheck out the websiteCheck out all of our past webinars here
- 3 days ago8 min
How Payroll Works [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 6]
What does payroll actually look like once you hand it off to Ranch Right? In this episode of the Ranch Right Experience Series, John Haskell sits down with payroll and onboarding specialist Brianna Lopez, to walk through exactly how payroll works and the way it runs month after month.Brianna explains the onboarding process for new payroll clients, from verifying tax ID numbers and state withholding accounts to gathering employee I-9s and W-4s. The conversation also covers Ranch Right's sliding-scale pricing structure for salaried, hourly, and multi-state payroll, and the monthly discipline of pay period processing, tax filing, and workman's comp documentation that keeps payroll compliant and on time.Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!In this episode, we cover:The payroll onboarding process and account set upThe payroll pricing sliding scale based on salaried vs. hourly employees and single-state vs. multi-state operationsHow the monthly payroll workflow worksThe tax handling and compliance support that is providedFind the full Ranch Right Experience Series below:Why Ranch Right Exists [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 1]What Happens on a Discovery Call [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 2]Getting You Set Up: Onboarding [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 3]What to Expect From Your Ranch Right Consulting Team [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 4]Clean Books, Clear Numbers — How Ranch Right Manages Your Accounting [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 5]How Payroll Works [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 6]The HR Support Most Ranch Operations Don't Know They Need [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 7]Connect with Ranch Right:Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn MoreSubscribe on YouTubeFollow on Instagram @ranchrightllcFollow on FacebookCheck out the websiteCheck out all of our past webinars here
- 3 days ago19 min
Clean Books, Clear Numbers — How Ranch Right Manages Your Accounting [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 5]
What does the accounting process actually look like with Ranch Right? In this episode of the Ranch Right Experience Series, John Haskell sits down with account managers, Mandy and Daniel, to walk through exactly what it looks like to keep the books accurate month after month.They explain the transition to a dedicated bookkeeper, why supporting documents (like receipts) are vital to the process, and their system for flagging and clarifying unclear transactions before they turn into a “miscellaneous” black hole. The conversation also covers Ranch Right’s enterprise-based accounting structure and how the monthly discipline of reconciliation keeps your numbers honest.Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!In this episode, we cover:The post-onboarding handoff to a dedicated bookkeeper and why weekly check-ins early on speed up the processWhy detailed receipts and other supporting documents matterThe system used to flag uncategorized transactions and how it prompts clients for answersThe four-bucket overhead structureThe distinction between capital improvements and repairs, and how those get tracked through balance sheet accountsMonthly reconciliation and inventory valuation as error-checksFind the full Ranch Right Experience Series below:Why Ranch Right Exists [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 1]What Happens on a Discovery Call [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 2]Getting You Set Up: Onboarding [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 3]What to Expect From Your Ranch Right Consulting Team [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 4]Clean Books, Clear Numbers — How Ranch Right Manages Your Accounting [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 5]How Payroll Works [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 6]The HR Support Most Ranch Operations Don't Know They Need [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 7]Connect with Ranch Right:Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn MoreSubscribe on YouTubeFollow on Instagram @ranchrightllcFollow on FacebookCheck out the websiteCheck out all of our past webinars here
- 3 days ago21 min
What to Expect From Your Ranch Right Consulting Team [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 4]
What can you actually expect from your Ranch Right consulting team? In this episode of the Ranch Right Experience Series, John Haskell sits down with team members Micayla and Travis to share what actually happens once someone becomes a Ranch Right client. They walk through the entire consulting relationship and explain how the team uses tools like the cash planning tool, the cost-to-keep calculator, and the annual business summary to turn arbitrary numbers into data that clients can make wise decisions on.The conversation also digs into the “why” behind the process: financial literacy as an ongoing goal rather than a one-time lesson, the value of an objective third party in family business conversations, and how the team’s backgrounds in production agriculture let them translate spreadsheet numbers into on-the-ground realities.Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!In this episode, we cover:How one of the initial steps taken is working with the client to define what success looks like to them over the next 3-5 yearsHow regular consulting sessions center on reviewing P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements alongside any active cash budgetConsultants walk clients through metric calculations (gross margin, ROA, ROE, working capital) rather than just handing over numbersThe way the team tailors which financial metrics matter most based on whether a client is optimizing for lifestyle, performance, or return on investmentThe way an annual visual report organizes financial data into three buckets (profitability, performance, and risk management) to make trends easier to spotFind the full Ranch Right Experience Series below:Why Ranch Right Exists [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 1]What Happens on a Discovery Call [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 2]Getting You Set Up: Onboarding [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 3]What to Expect From Your Ranch Right Consulting Team [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 4]Clean Books, Clear Numbers — How Ranch Right Manages Your Accounting [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 5]How Payroll Works [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 6]The HR Support Most Ranch Operations Don't Know They Need [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 7]Connect with Ranch Right:Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn MoreSubscribe on YouTubeFollow on Instagram @ranchrightllcFollow on FacebookCheck out the websiteCheck out all of our past webinars here
- 3 days ago17 min
Getting You Set Up: Onboarding [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 3]
What happens after you decide to become a Ranch Right customer? In this episode of the Ranch Right Experience Series, John Haskell talks with Brianna Lopez about the onboarding process and what it takes to get a new client set up for success. From gathering information about your operation and existing accounting system to setting up QuickBooks Online, banking access, payroll, and livestock tracking, Brianna walks through what happens behind the scenes and what clients can expect along the way.The conversation also covers Ranch Right's secure client portal, digital receipt tracking, and the follow-up calls that help make sure everything is in place before a client is handed off to their bookkeeper. John and Brianna explain why getting the financial structure right from the beginning is so important, and why putting in the work during onboarding creates the foundation for accurate reporting and better business decisions down the road.Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!In this episode, we cover:What happens after you decide to become a Ranch Right customerHow Ranch Right gathers information about your business and existing accounting systemWhy the financial structure and chart of accounts are so importantWhat Ranch Right needs for banking, payroll, livestock, feed, and equipment trackingHow the business assessment and final handoff calls prepare clients for ongoing supportWhy investing time and effort into onboarding creates a stronger foundation for the businessFind the full Ranch Right Experience Series below:Why Ranch Right Exists [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 1]What Happens on a Discovery Call [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 2]Getting You Set Up: Onboarding [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 3]What to Expect From Your Ranch Right Consulting Team [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 4]Clean Books, Clear Numbers — How Ranch Right Manages Your Accounting [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 5]How Payroll Works [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 6]The HR Support Most Ranch Operations Don't Know They Need [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 7]Connect with Ranch Right:Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn MoreSubscribe on YouTubeFollow on Instagram @ranchrightllcFollow on FacebookCheck out the websiteCheck out all of our past webinars here
- 3 days ago24 min
What Happens on a Discovery Call [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 2]
What actually happens when you book a discovery call with Ranch Right? In this episode of the Ranch Right Experience Series, John Haskell sits down with members of the sales team to walk through what happens during that first conversation. They explain what they want to learn about your operation, from your enterprises and business structure to revenue, bookkeeping, payroll, taxes, and your goals for the future.The conversation also covers common questions about Ranch Right's services, including why consulting is connected to bookkeeping, how the team works with your existing financial information, what clients can expect after signing up, and how the different service frequencies work. Most importantly, the team explains why the discovery call is designed to be a low-pressure conversation focused on determining whether Ranch Right is actually a good fit for your operation.Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!In this episode, we cover:What Ranch Right wants to learn about your operation during a discovery callHow your enterprises, entities, revenue, and financial systems factor into your service quoteWhy Ranch Right uses a standardized bookkeeping system and QuickBooks OnlineWhy consulting is built around the bookkeeping process and financial dataWhat clients can expect in terms of communication and ongoing supportHow Ranch Right's different consulting frequencies work and can change over timeWhy the discovery call is designed to determine fit, not pressure you into becoming a customerFind the full Ranch Right Experience Series below:Why Ranch Right Exists [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 1]What Happens on a Discovery Call [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 2]Getting You Set Up: Onboarding [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 3]What to Expect From Your Ranch Right Consulting Team [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 4]Clean Books, Clear Numbers — How Ranch Right Manages Your Accounting [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 5]How Payroll Works [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 6]The HR Support Most Ranch Operations Don't Know They Need [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 7]Connect with Ranch Right:Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn MoreSubscribe on YouTubeFollow on Instagram @ranchrightllcFollow on FacebookCheck out the websiteCheck out all of our past webinars here
- 3 days ago7 min
Why Ranch Right Exists [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 1]
What does it actually look like to build a more profitable ranch business? In this first episode of the Ranch Right Experience Series, host John Haskell explains why Ranch Right exists and what the team is ultimately trying to help producers accomplish. The goal is simple: help ranchers and farmers win in business, with profitability as a key part of that success. John explains why financial literacy and an understanding of how daily operations affect the bottom line are so important.John also explains why Ranch Right has expanded beyond bookkeeping into consulting, accounting, payroll, and financial education. He highlights practices they repeatedly see on more profitable operations, including controlling overhead, managing gross margins, improving grazing management, adopting a sell-buy mindset, and taking a long-term view. Most importantly, Ranch Right’s goal is to help producers understand their numbers and turn that information into decisions that create better outcomes.Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!In this episode, we cover:Why Ranch Right exists and what it means to “win” in businessWhy profitability and financial literacy matter for agricultural businessesThe practices Ranch Right repeatedly sees on more profitable operationsWhy a sell-buy mindset can improve cash flow and profitabilityHow Ranch Right helps producers turn financial information into operational actionWhy taking a long-term view matters for the future of the business and the next generationFind the full Ranch Right Experience Series below:Why Ranch Right Exists [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 1]What Happens on a Discovery Call [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 2]Getting You Set Up: Onboarding [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 3]What to Expect From Your Ranch Right Consulting Team [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 4]Clean Books, Clear Numbers — How Ranch Right Manages Your Accounting [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 5]How Payroll Works [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 6]The HR Support Most Ranch Operations Don't Know They Need [The Ranch Right Experience Episode 7]Connect with Ranch Right:Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn MoreSubscribe on YouTubeFollow on Instagram @ranchrightllcFollow on FacebookCheck out the websiteCheck out all of our past webinars here
- 5 days ago18 min
115. How Social Media Became a Marketing Tool for Grandview Livestock with Greg Christiansen
What can a simple YouTube channel do for a ranching business? In this episode, John Haskell talks with Greg Christiansen of Grandview Livestock about how Greg turned his everyday work with sheep, goats, fencing, feeding, and grazing into a growing online audience. Greg explains why he started making videos, how social media as a marketing tool has expanded his market for breeding stock and livestock guardian pups, and why showing people how you raise your animals can help you reach the right buyers.The conversation also explores the sheep and goat production schools Greg puts on each year, including the financial side of building an economically viable enterprise. Greg shares why he sees value in reaching producers who want to add sheep or goats at a meaningful scale, and why you don't need expensive equipment or elaborate production to create useful content. For Greg, the biggest payoff from social media isn't the direct income from the platforms. It's the marketing, relationships, and opportunities it creates for the business.Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! In this episode, we cover:How Greg got started using YouTube to share his sheep and goat operationWhy showing how you raise livestock can help you reach better buyers and expand your marketHow social media has helped Greg sell breeding stock and livestock guardian pupsWhat Greg teaches during his annual sheep and goat production schoolHow Greg creates useful content with little equipment and minimal editingWhy building an audience can be valuable even when the direct income from social media is smallConnect with Greg:Follow on YoutubeCheck out his websiteEmail him at greglchristiansen@gmail.comConnect with Ranch Right:Subscribe on YouTube Follow on Instagram @ranchrightllc Follow on Facebook Check out the websiteCheck out all of our past webinars here Resources & Links:Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn More Ranching for Profit Ranching.FYI Wally Olson, Olson Ranch LLC Mentioned in this episode:Join us online, ask questions, and get practical tools you can put to work tomorrow. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to receive updates on our next session. Click the link below to catch up on all of our past webinars on YouTube.Webinars
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Welcome to Ranchonomics, where we empower you to build a better ranch and transform your operation into a thriving business. Together, we will look at essential strategies, mindsets, and processes needed to take command of your financials and master the business metrics that make all the difference. With each episode, you will hear inspiring success stories, gain simple yet powerful financial literacy tips, and listen to insightful interviews with industry experts and real-life practitioners. Whether you are a seasoned rancher or just starting out, managing a ranch shouldn't mean drowning in paperwork or missing out on valuable opportunities. We believe in helping you see the link between your daily ranching operations and your financials, allowing you to go from chaos to clarity and achieve your goals. Join us as
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