330: Why “White Space” is the Secret to Getting Unstuck in Business
Ever notice how a bit of white space makes everything feel clearer? Designers use it to make things pop. Our brains love it. Yet, as women business owners, we often overlook the importance of white space in our businesses and our lives. So in this episode of the HerBusiness podcast, we’re talking about why white space is not a luxury — but a complete necessity if you want to grow a business that feels aligned and fulfilling. Here’s What You’ll Discover in This Episode: How white space fuels your creativity, innovation, and clarity in business Discover the massive breakthroughs I personally had when I decided to take just one weekend of white space (and how it made me $2 million!) The devastating cost of staying stuck in constant movement and succumbing to hustle culture Why creating space to think can help you refine your strategy, reconnect to your “why”, and reignite your passion The systems you need (from planning to delegation to boundaries) to actually create and protect that white space When your calendar is filled to the brim and your brain feels scattered, you get stuck in “go mode”. You leave no time for creativity, for growth, for vision. White space is what allows you to reconnect with those goals and actually see the steps that will get you there. Mentioned in This Episode: The HerBusiness Network Episode 319 – Create a Team That Loves Your Business Like It’s Their Own with Kristy Smith Episode 323 – Want More Sales? Do These 3 Things Every Month – with Susan Bradley Episode 307 – Easy Time-Saving Business Automation Tips with Mandy Brasser
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329: Stop Being the Bottleneck — How Systems Create a Calm, Organised Business with Justeen Kirk
Every business owner starts their journey thinking they will find FREEDOM — more time, more flexibility, easier hours. But then, a decade later… every detail still runs through you, everything lives in your head, your team can’t operate without you, and YOU become the bottleneck of your progress. In this episode of the HerBusiness podcast, I’m joined by Justeen Kirk of ISO Matters, a systems expert who has helped dozens of small business owners create the structure and clarity they need to run organised businesses. Here’s What You’ll Discover in the Episode: How to recognise the clear signs you’ve become the bottleneck in your business. The very first system you should take a look at and patch up, before anything else. How Justeen’s Freedom Ladder shows you where you are NOW… and how to climb towards becoming a Visionary CEO. Reveal what is keeping you stuck through the concept of the Critical Ten processes. Why your perfectionism is HURTING your ability to systemise (and how to start systemising anyway). The ripple effects your systems have on confidence, leadership, creativity, and even staff retention. How ISO principles can be applied to any small business – without needing certification. And so, so much more… Justeen believes that structures should feel like a support system… not something to add more stress. She has worked with dozens of Australian businesses to move from scattered to supported, because systems are the foundation for freedom and growth. Mentioned in This Episode: The HerBusiness Network Check out the Self-Sustaining Business Blueprint program
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328: 4 Systems That Saved My Sanity as a Business Owner
I used to spend countless nights firefighting problems, redoing work, and apologising to clients… until I put in place the four essential business systems that changed how I operated. In this episode of the HerBusiness Podcast, I’m sharing the four essential systems that saved my sanity as a business owner. These aren’t “nice to haves” or a checklist – they are the exact systems and structures I put in place when I was drowning in work. And I can’t wait to share them with you. Here’s What You’ll Discover in the Episode: Why essential business systems actually create FREEDOM rather than restriction, and how to reframe them so they support your creativity and joy The Customer Service System that saved me hours of answering the phone and struggling with client miscommunication The Project Planning System that transformed my team from being a self-proclaimed “last-minute dot com” into a proactive, calm, and aligned unit all working in unison The Communication System that keeps projects on track and prevents bottlenecks internally on my team (and why more meetings actually saved us time… I know – shocking!) And the single most important system you can incorporate into your life so you can lead your team and business with energy, clarity, and JOY And so, so much more… Mentioned in This Episode: The HerBusiness Network Check out our reviewer Dionne Sibly of Black Garlic & Co
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327: Grow Your Business Without Sacrificing Your Relationships – with Sharon Pope
Running a business does NOT happen in a vacuum. As business owners, our personal lives and working lives are deeply intertwined — each affects the other. So can you grow your business without sacrificing your relationships? In this episode of the HerBusiness podcast, I’m sitting down with Life Coach and Relationship Expert Sharon Pope to explore the intersections of business and love. We’re talking through power dynamic shifts, outearning your partner, muting ambitions to ‘keep the peace’, and how to fill your own cup. If you have ever felt torn between growing your business successfully and navigating your personal relationships (because it is a struggle to balance both!), this is the episode you need. Here’s What You’ll Discover in the Episode: Why you can’t separate your “business self” from your “personal self” as an entrepreneur (even though we all certainly try!) How to prioritise yourself first, before both the business and others, so you’re never pouring from an empty cup What to do if you’re evolving in life and business… but your partner isn’t The hidden dynamics that come to play when women start outearning their partners, and how to navigate them How to have the hard, but needed, conversations that create connection rather than conflict in relationships, while running a successful business Why your business community is so crucial when your friends or your partner don’t fully understand the business journey Mentioned in This Episode: The HerBusiness Network Learn More about Sharon Pope Read Sharon’s bestselling book: Stay or Go: How to Find the Confidence & Clarity You Need to Either Fix the Struggles in Your Marriage or Move Forward without Regret Get your copy of The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks Episode 136 - Fear is Not the Boss of You, with Jennifer Allwood Check out reviewer Melanie Macoun, The Health Shift
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326: When You’ve Outgrown Your Business: How to Reignite Your Spark in Midlife
Have you ever woken up, looked at your calendar, and thought… “I should be excited about this, but I’m just tired?” You don’t HATE your business. In fact, things are working well. On the outside, you look successful. But inside, you’re feeling disconnected (and maybe even a little resentful). This is the midlife shift so many women business owners go through, even though it is RARELY talked about. In this episode, we’re talking about what it looks (and feels) like when your spark begins to fade, why it happens after years in business, and how you can bring the joy, desire, and alignment back into your life and business without burning it all down. Here’s What You’ll Learn in the Episode: The subtle signs that you’ve outgrown your business (or at least, your current business model) and why that does NOT mean you’ve failed Why joy should not be looked at as a “bonus”... but as the fuel that drives your creativity, energy, and growth. The 3-step Business RE:Model Framework and how to RE:Align, RE:Connect, and RE:Define your business so it feels right for the season of life you’re in NOW. Practical ways to shift your role, your offers, and your boundaries so you can feel energised again. Why reclaiming your identity and your desire is KEY to finding fulfilment in this next stage of business (and life). Mentioned in This Episode: The HerBusiness Network HerBusiness Trailblazers We’re listed in the Best Lifestyle Business Podcasts on Feedspot Check out member Sari Young of Sari’s Natural Medicine
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