01.16.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / An Entrepreneurial Moment

The Clark Howard Podcast

Clark Howard

Business, Investing, Entrepreneurship

4.6 • 5.2K Ratings

🗓️ 16 January 2026

⏱️ 32 minutes

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Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also in this episode, the job market is in a lower gear as businesses continue to lay off employees and slow hiring. Clark’s take? There’s an opportunity in the marketplace. If you’ve been laid off or you feel anxious about your job right now, consider Clark’s perspective as a lifelong entrepreneur. Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 When 1 Door Closes…: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: 7 Money Mistakes You Might Be Making at the Gas Station Is Now a Good Time To Refinance Your Mortgage? Why You Should Avoid These Free Offers From Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile The Best Cell Phone Plan Deals in January Top 7 Ways To Shop Safely Online Costco Travel: 5 Things To Know Before You Book 5 Things to Know About the Costco Car Rental Program SCORE: Free Small Business Mentorship and Resources What Is an HSA Account and How Does It Work? Where Should I Set Up My Health Savings Account (HSA)? The best deals on TVs available now! Report: The #1 Internet Provider in America Internet Price War: Why Now Is a Good Time To Threaten To Cancel Clark.com resources: Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:01.0	It's my pleasure to welcome you here to the Clark Howard Show.
1:08.7	You know, our mission is to serve you with advice and information that empowers you,
1:13.9	so you make better financial decisions in your life.
1:18.7	As usual on Fridays, we begin with your beefs with me on our Clark Stink segment.
1:27.0	And later, I want to talk about why there's no time like the present,
1:32.2	and especially right now, is a great time for you to consider becoming an entrepreneur.
1:39.9	And I'll tell you what resources are out there for you and why I believe this is an entrepreneurial moment.
1:48.4	But now it's a moment for you to hear where I did not do a good job serving you.
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