Build A Better Business

Today we’re diving into a topic that’s long overdue for a reset: why hiring for skills and mindset matters more than hiring for a degree. Especially in small businesses, this can be the difference between landing your next great team member — or missing out because of outdated job requirements. We’ve all been trained to think a degree equals readiness. But here’s the truth: a diploma doesn’t guara...

Not everything can be a priority. Effective time management starts with making purposeful choices, managing your energy, and setting boundaries that protect your focus. “Do you ever look at your to-do list and feel your heart rate go up?” The Why : Why everything feels like a priority (client expectations, team needs, our own ambition). A Mindset Shift: Not Everything Deserves Your Yes The id...

Have you ever felt guilty for taking a vacation? Have you packed your laptop “just in case,” only to end up answering emails from the beach or joining Zoom calls from your hotel? You’re not alone. But you are missing the point of PTO. Today, we’re diving into the importance of real time off. Why taking a vacation and unplugging matters.   The best leaders I know build white space into their c...

Have you ever given what you thought were really clear instructions on a project—only to have it go completely sideways? Ever found yourself thinking, “I swear I explained this already…”? If you’re nodding right now, you are not alone—and this episode is definitely for you.   🔹 The Myth of Common Sense Here’s a hard truth: What’s obvious to you is not obvious to everyone else. And yet, we op...

Today we’re talking about something simple but powerful: the One-on-One Conversation . You know, the one meeting that has the power to boost trust, improve performance, and create real connection between you and your team members—but too often it gets skipped, rushed, or you treat it like a troublesome item to check off your to-do -list. Today we’re going to change that. What to listen for: Let’s...

Ever feel like running your business should be easier than it is? Does it feel like you are constantly juggling people problems, customer demands, and a to-do list that never ends—and wondering, “Why isn’t this working better?” If you’ve ever thought this, you are in the right place. Welcome to Build a Better Business—a weekly podcast about leadership, communication, culture, and all the moving pi...