My Daily Business Podcast

In this quick tip episode, Fiona talks about the possibility of seeing other businesses or brands as collaborators instead of competition. Whether it  happens or not in real life, Fiona encourages small business owners to shift one’s mindset to see the good in what other businesses do and how the possibility of working together can be beneficial to your business as well. This month we're proud to...

In this interview episode, Fiona talks to Adam Jelic of Mi Goals about how he went from simply having a business idea through to getting his empowering stationery brand and products made and out into the market. They also discuss how to start and develop a business when perhaps not everyone around you believes in your idea or thinks it is going to work. There are so many tips and insights into how...

Do you truly believe in your business? In this quick-tip episode, discover how to reignite your passion and confidence in what you sell. Host Fiona Killackey shares powerful insights about embracing your business's value and understanding how your products or services genuinely impact people's lives - even in small but meaningful ways. Learn how to:  • Recognize the true value your business brings...

In this coaching episode, Fiona shares 10 books that helped her throughout her business journey (and that she recommended to others as well). Listen now to learn which ones you’ve already read and which ones you want to order next.  Find the full list at https://www.mydailybusinesscoach.com/podcast/152 This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers Melbour...

f you’ve had other people cross the boundaries you have (or not yet) set for yourself and your small business, this episode is for you. Fiona recommends a book by Dr. Rebecca Ray called Setting Boundaries: Care for Yourself and Stop Being Controlled by Others, and how to use the boundary triangle. Listen now.  This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers...

Ever considered starting a business with your spouse? In today's small business interview episode, Fiona chats with Emma MacDonald who, together with husband Fergus, founder Tartan Blanket Co. Not only changing the narrative on an age-old industry (tartan blankets) Tartan Blanket Co. shows it is possible to create a profitable business that leads with passion and purpose (and is good for the plane...

This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers Melbourne Design Market from Friday 10 July to Sunday 12 July at the Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton. Book your tickets: Finders Keepers Melbourne tickets Enter MDB at checkout, then choose the My Daily Business 2-for-1 ticket option to claim your exclusive offer. And don't forget to say hello to Fiona who...

In today’s coaching episode, Fiona discusses brand values and why it’s so important to identify your top three. She shares what her top values are and what she does to make sure they align with her business - both internally and externally. Listen now to learn why brand values and knowing them is essential for running a good business, then download Fiona’s FREE values checklist available on her we...

In this quick tip episode, Fiona discusses a recent challenge she had on Instagram and a tactic she is now using - regularly - to prevent losing anything from the social media platform. If you use instagram in your business, or even for personal reasons, this is a must-listen episode. This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers Melbourne Design Market f...

In this small business owner interview, Fiona talks to Kitiya Palaskas, a creative craft-based designer who has worked with some of the biggest brands in the world, since starting her business 11 years ago. In their conversation, Kitiya talks about finding one’s own original creative voice, building meaningful relationships, how she started her business, and how she worked with big brands. Enjoy t...

Too often people use strategy in places of tactics. In this quick tip episode, Fiona discusses the difference between a strategy and a tactic. Listen now to differentiate the two and how you can prepare your vision, your goals, your strategy, and your business tactics. This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers Melbourne Design Market from Friday 10 Ju...

In this interview episode, Fiona has a chat with Jerico Mandybur, a creativity coach, best selling author and a professional tarot reader who recently moved back to Australia during the pandemic to start her own business. In this interview, Jerico talks about her diverse and interesting career, starting by writing online and then being headhunted by Sophia Amoruso (Nasty Gal, Girl Boss), why she t...

In this quick tip episode, Fiona talks about a framework she thinks can be helpful to those who are planning to quit something - whether it's their business, work, or a project they are working on. Listen now to learn what QUIT is. This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers Melbourne Design Market from Friday 10 July to Sunday 12 July at the Royal Exhi...

In this interview episode, Fiona has a chat with Winitha Bonney OAM, an exceptional Australian thought leader who works to help women of colour thrive in leadership roles and in building anti-fragile cultures of inclusion and allyship. Learn more about Winitha's advocacy and work, her book - #ColourFULL: How Women of Colour can become powerful leaders that transform the world, as well as her thoug...

In this quick tip episode, Fiona shares her advice on how to pitch yourself and your business to other brands and provides insights on a quick tactic that can help you cut-through the noise and garner their attention. Listen now as she talks about two simple and quick steps to make it happen. This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers Melbourne Design...

This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers Melbourne Design Market from Friday 10 July to Sunday 12 July at the Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton. Book your tickets: Finders Keepers Melbourne tickets Enter MDB at checkout, then choose the My Daily Business 2-for-1 ticket option to claim your exclusive offer. And don't forget to say hello to Fiona who...

In this quick tip episode, Fiona shares a tea analogy she has for activities you can do or habits you can develop today to help your future self as a small business owner. What are the things in your life, that if you just did a small consistent step towards them, you would be better in the long run? This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers Melbourne...

In this small business owner interview, Fiona has a chat with Gaby Howard, the founder of the software company - Flaunter. They talk about how PR is being managed by small business owners today - from gaining media coverage, getting into podcasts, and other things related to PR. Gaby also shares her experience starting a tech company as a woman today. Listen now to learn more about how Flaunter st...

We’re only three months away from welcoming 2022! For many small business owners this will bring with it a huge sigh of relief, for others it won’t. What can you do differently in the last quarter of the year to feel great about it? In this quick tip episode, Fiona talks about what to do in the last quarter of this year, how you can get started, and how you could use these last three months of the...

In this coaching episode, Fiona talks about a question that she is often asked - how can you humanise your brand without sharing too much about your life? When does the information you share become too much for your audience? Listen now as she gives her five suggestions to guide you on what and what not to share about your life and your business. This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finde...

In this quick tip episode, Fiona gives a short summary of what the four principles of marketing (Brian Tracy) are. From specialization to concentration, find out what they are and find out how you can learn more about marketing for your small business. This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers Melbourne Design Market from Friday 10 July to Sunday 12 J...

Connect with Sally at The Suite Set and Sally Branson Consulting.  This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers . Visit the Finders Keepers Melbourne Design Market from Friday 10 July to Sunday 12 July at the Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton. Book your tickets: Finders Keepers Melbourne tickets Enter MDB at checkout, then choose the My Daily Business 2-for-1 ticket option to cla...

Feeling a little stressed right now? Or perhaps, the whole working from home has you sitting for far longer than you’re used to, which can cause sore muscles and back ache. In this quick tip episode, Fiona shares five health app recommendations that have helped her feel better despite the long work-from-home setup. Listen now to find out if one might be right for you. This month we're proud to be...

Since the pandemic started, most people have had to adjust to working at home. In doing this, it can be hard to switch off and really avoid constantly checking updates and notifications - especially now that our work area is just a few steps away for our living or sleeping areas. Listen now as Fiona shares her tips to disconnect from work when you’ve started working from home in this coaching epis...

In this quick tip episode, Fiona shares a bit of advice from a fellow small business owner who wanted to listen to more audiobooks given the limited time. We recommend giving this tactic a try to see if this is something you prefer doing to save more time on your schedule… and hopefully help you learn more. This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers Me...