Make Space For More

Episode Summary If your business isn’t growing, and it feels harder than it should, the problem might  not be your strategy, your target market, or your team. The problem might be you! In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses five self-imposed growth roadblocks that entrepreneurs often face. These include doing everything yourself, perfectionism, resisting s...

Episode Summary Are you running your business, or is it running you? In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses the importance of designing a CEO schedule that aligns with your personal and professional priorities! Tune in to learn strategies for creating an ideal work week, including batching tasks for efficiency and blocking time for focused work. You’ll learn ho...

Episode Summary Tune into this week’s podcast for a can’t-miss workshop with Alex Brzozowski and Melissa Swink! You’ll get into the nuts and bolts of digital organization and its role in team collaboration and productivity.  Alex and Melissa discuss the common hurdles leaders face when they first start working with teams, especially when it comes to digital organization myths. They also provi...

Episode Summary Does growth feel harder than it should? The problem might not be your strategy, your team, or your target market. The problem might be you! In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink shares her personal journey from being a solopreneur to leading a team, emphasizing the importance of creating a business model that allows for freedom and flexibility. Melissa a...

Episode Summary If you enjoy learning how to optimize your schedule, today’s podcast is for you! In this episode of Make Space for More, Melissa Swink discusses the 80/20 rule, also known as the Pareto Principle, which theorizes that 80% of results come from 20% of efforts.  You’ll learn about the importance of auditing your business to identify the most impactful clients, services, and marke...

Episode Summary Are you busy, or are you truly productive? In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, you’ll learn four strategies for spring cleaning your business. Host Melissa Swink shares signs that your business may need a reset, such as feeling overwhelmed or experiencing clunky processes.  You’ll learn the four practical steps for spring cleaning: auditing current systems, dec...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses strategies for building a high-performing team when you are on a budget. You’ll learn about shifting your mindset about hiring, especially if you feel like you’re not quite ready to take the leap. You’ll also discover the steps to identifying the key needs in your business that you need to fill and how to s...

Episode Summary What if you could be more productive while working fewer hours, this summer? In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses strategies for preparing your business to operate on a reduced schedule during the summer months! She emphasizes the importance of setting intentions and boundaries, batching work, clarifying meeting strategies, and leveraging team...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, host Melissa Swink shares her top five business books that have significantly influenced her approach to entrepreneurship. Each book offers unique insights into the importance of leveraging expertise, financial management, and a relaxed mindset toward success. Melissa encourages continuous learning and provides actionable takeaway...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, host Melissa Swink interviews Angie Huffman, owner of Big Horn Advertising. Angie shares her journey of evolving her business, transitioning from recreation management to marketing, and the importance of leveraging technology and AI.  Tune in to learn about Angie’s challenges and opportunities, the development of a comprehens...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink chats with a special guest, Jenni Schubring. They discuss the transformative power of understanding and leveraging your personal strengths in both business and life.  Melissa and Jenni talk about the CliftonStrengths assessment, the importance of coaching, and how recognizing one's strengths can lead to greater...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, host Melissa Swink and Senior VA Sara Sutton discuss the essential building blocks of working with virtual assistants (VAs). They discuss the professional commitment of VAs, what to expect when you first start to work with a VA,  and the importance of taking time to develop a solid rhythm.  Tune in to learn about the imp...

  Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, host Melissa Swink and guest Marissa Rether (Senior VA on the Melissa Swink & Co. team) discuss the importance of building trust with virtual assistants and the challenges of letting go of control in your business. They explore the mindset shifts necessary for effective delegation, the significance of clear communicatio...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses the seven signs that hint at the fact that you might not be ready to work with a virtual assistant or build a team. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing personal readiness, overcoming cashflow challenges, prioritizing relationships, and establishing clear goals. The conversation also touches on the...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, host Melissa Swink discusses five common goals that virtual assistants can help leaders achieve. These goals include increasing revenue, achieving work-life balance, learning new skills, improving health and wellness, and building work relationships. Each goal is explored in-depth, with practical examples of how virtual assistants...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses the importance of creating “white space” for business owners. This is defined as time to think strategically and innovate, outside of work time and meetings. She shares insights from her own experience and evolution as a business owner, emphasizing the need for delegation and how she uses her team’s support...

Episode Summary Whether you’re working solo in your business or have a sizeable team, do you know exactly what needs to get done every day? Or do you find yourself letting responsibilities slip through the cracks because you’re struggling to keep track of it all?  A project management tool should be your best friend as a business owner. In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Meli...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses three key strategies for scaling a service-based business with the help of a virtual assistant (VA). Each of these concepts can be modified if your business sells products. Melissa walks through how to invest strategically in a team, how to turn services into products, ways to replicate successful systems,...

Episode Summary The only way you’re going to make 2025 a better year for your business is if you take an honest look at 2024, assess where you excelled and where you struggled, and identify specific, actionable ways to improve in 2025. This week’s episode will help you do all three of these areas! Tune in to hear practical, tangible steps you can take to declutter your business and reset for 2025....

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses the importance of delegation and outsourcing for a business. She also shares her favorite December tradition, the “12 Days of Christmas,” which is a social media series that highlights popular tasks that are delegated to a virtual team.  Tune in to reflect on your time management pitfalls from the last...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses the transformative power of automation, AI, and smart systems. She shares practical strategies to save time and enhance efficiency in all areas of a business’ operations, including sales processes, client onboarding, team training, and accounting. By leveraging technology, business owners can streamline the...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, host Melissa Swink speaks with Mika Sagindyk, co-founder of Tackle, about the importance of time management and conducting calendar audits. They discuss how Tackle evolved from a simple calendar exporting tool to a comprehensive platform that helps users visualize their time usage.  Learn about the significance of aligning ti...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, you’ll learn the #1 way to save precious time as a business owner. Just remove it from your to-do list in the first place! Tune in to listen as Melissa Swink discusses removing unnecessary tasks from your to-do list and provides four specific areas to evaluate. Simplifying your business operations will allow for greater efficiency...

Episode Summary In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, host Melissa Swink interviewed Heather Herdman, PhD, RN, co-owner of Sweet Willow, an herbal shop and café. Heather shared her journey from nursing to herbalism and entrepreneurship, describing how she and her friends saved a beloved local shop from closing. Learn about the evolution of Sweet Willow, Heather’s thoughtful decision...

Episode Summary Are you ready to take your business to the next level? You’ll feel inspired and equipped after listening to this podcast episode! Host Melissa Swink interviewed Alina Stansu, founder of The Orange Notebook , about authentic strategies for growing and scaling a business. They discussed Alina’s journey of starting a business during the pandemic, effective lead generation techniques,...