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Ranchonomics

Ranchonomics

By: John Haskell Ranch Right LLC
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Welcome to Ranchonomics! Where we empower you to build a better ranch and transform your operation into a thriving business. This podcast is brought to you by Ranch Right LLC, and 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. If you are ready to start winning at ranching, then you are in the right spot. With each episode of Ranchonomics, 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, we believe that managing a ranch shouldn't mean drowning in paperwork or missing out on valuable opportunities. Our mission is to help you see the link between your daily ranching operations and your financials that allow you to go from chaos to clarity and achieve your goals. Join us as we explore the intersection of ranching and finance, helping you understand your numbers and make informed decisions that propel your business forward. Subscribe now and start your path to a more profitable, less stressful ranching experience with Ranchonomics. It's time to harness the full potential of your operation.Copyright 2025 John Haskell, Ranch Right LLC Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership Personal Finance
Episodes
  • 66. Protecting Your Ranch: Insurance Insights with Julie Davidson
    Oct 7 2025

    Julie Davidson, an experienced insurance professional, joins host John Haskell on the podcast today to share her farm and ranch insurance insights and considerations for how to protect your ranch. Key insights include the importance of regular policy reviews, the pitfalls of outdated coverage, and the critical role of insurance scores in setting premiums. Julie also emphasizes the need for adequate liability insurance, including liability umbrella and premises policies, and explains the impact of claim frequency on insurance ratings.

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    In this episode, we cover:

    • The role of an insurance adjuster and their involvement during claims
    • Challenges farmers face when switching agents or inheriting policies from previous generations
    • Basic livestock insurance options, such as coverage for death loss on the road, and why you shouldn't rely solely on blanket coverage
    • The necessity of maintaining adequate liability coverage to prevent severe financial consequences from lawsuits
    • Several elements that influence insurance scores, such as claim frequency, credit score, and the frequency of changing insurance providers

    Connect with Julie:

    • Send her and email at juliedavidsonhccc@gmail.com

    Connect with Ranch Right:

    • Subscribe on YouTube
    • Follow on Instagram @ranchrightllc
    • Follow on Facebook
    • Check out the website

    Resources & Links:

    • Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn More
    • Ranching for Profit
    • Ranching.FYI
    • Wally Olson, Olson Ranch LLC

    Mentioned in this episode:

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    RFYI Forums

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    25 mins
  • 65. Living and Leaving a Ranch Legacy with Alex McKiernan and John Locke
    Sep 30 2025

    Alex McKiernan and John Locke are back with host John Haskell in this episode of the Ranchonomics podcast to discuss the concept of legacy in ranching. Building on the discussion from last week's episode about mission and vision, John Locke stresses that legacy begins with a vision and can be either a blessing or a burden, depending on how it's understood and managed. They share stories that illustrate the impact of past generations' decisions on future ones, emphasizing the need for reflective listening and intentional stewardship. This conversation also highlights the importance of creating value beyond financial assets, such as fostering innovation and community service, to ensure a sustainable legacy for future generations.

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    In this episode, we cover:

    • The need to regularly revisit and adapt a business's mission and vision
    • The importance of not letting past generations' expectations limit future generations
    • Being good listeners and understanding the intentions behind past generations' decisions
    • Creating value beyond assets and thinking about the long-term impact and how they can continue to provide value over multiple generations

    Connect with John:

    • Follow on Facebook
    • Send him an email at johnclocke@hotmail.com

    Connect with Alex:

    • Follow on Instagram @robinettefarms
    • Check out his website

    Connect with Ranch Right:

    • Subscribe on YouTube
    • Follow on Instagram @ranchrightllc
    • Follow on Facebook
    • Check out the website

    Resources & Links:

    • What Would the Rockefellers Do? by Garrett B Gunderson
    • Episode 64. Defining Your Ranch Legacy with Alex McKiernan and John Locke
    • Episode 63. Mindset and Emotional Barriers to Succession
    • Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn More
    • Ranching for Profit
    • Ranching.FYI
    • Wally Olson, Olson Ranch LLC

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Helping ranchers to make better decisions faster. Check out our friends at Ranching.FYI by clicking the link below.

    Ranching.FYI

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    26 mins
  • 64. Defining Your Ranch Legacy with Alex McKiernan and John Locke
    Sep 23 2025

    Host John Haskell and co-host Alex McKiernan welcome back John Locke to discuss the distinctions between mission, vision, and purpose in both business and personal life to define your ranch legacy. They emphasize the importance of shared vision in driving decisions and actions, highlighting the ICA process, a four-step tool for defining and achieving vision, and stress the significance of emotional connection to goals. This conversation also touches on the challenges of change, the importance of defining wants over needs, and the role of values in guiding decisions.

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    In this episode, we cover:

    • Defining mission, vision, and purpose
    • The power of a shared mission and vision, and the importance of being emotionally connected
    • The role of emotional investment and fulfillment, and the idea that wants are more important than needs
    • Tools and processes for visioning and mission creation
    • The importance of being open to new experiences, continuous revisioning, and the role of vision in guiding personal and professional growth

    Connect with Connect with John:

    • Follow on Facebook
    • Send him an email at johnclocke@hotmail.com

    Connect with Alex:

    • Follow on Instagram @robinettefarms
    • Check out his website

    Connect with Ranch Right:

    • Subscribe on YouTube
    • Follow on Instagram @ranchrightllc
    • Follow on Facebook
    • Check out the website

    Resources & Links:

    • Episode 63. Mindset and Emotional Barriers to Succession
    • 10x Is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan
    • Start With Why by Simon Sinek
    • Find Your Why by Simon SInek, Peter Docker, and David Mead
    • Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn More
    • Ranching for Profit
    • Ranching.FYI
    • Wally Olson, Olson Ranch LLC

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Know your numbers and win. Ranch Right is here to help with all of your financial needs. Click below to book a discovery call...

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    26 mins
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