Fiona Killackey, My Daily Business
My Daily Business Podcast
Do you love your business? You should, right? Well sometimes, as small business owners, we just don't. The My Daily Business podcast is here to provide inspiration, education and motivation for small business owners who want to fall in love with their business again and build a business they can be proud of. Hosted by Fiona Killackey, author, speaker, business coach and founder of My Daily Business, this podcast includes business coaching, interviews with small business owners and tips, tools and tactics to help you scale your small business without scaling the stress. Grab freebies to help yo...
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Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 80: 4 Tactics to Use To Beat Procrastination and Break Through Resistance To Achieve Business Goals 10.03.2021 19:42
In this coaching episode with Fiona, she discusses the 4 tactics she uses whenever she feels like she’s procrastinating or discouraged to finish her goals - both personal and for business. Inspired by a quote on resistance from Steven Pressfield’s book, The War of Art, this episode will encourage you to keep pursuing your goals (no matter how hard they are) until you reach the finish line. Topics...
Episode 79: Small Business Tip: Why Small Business Owners Need To Develop A Content-First Mindset, Rather Than A Distribution-First Mindset 08.03.2021 9:11
In this quick tip episode, learn the two kinds of mindsets when it comes to preparing content for your platforms. With almost 20 years of preparing content as a published writer, Fiona shares why it’s important to develop a content first mindset instead of having the distribution first mindset. This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers Melbourne Desi...
Episode 78: Running A Small Business with A New Baby and A Family Health Crisis During A Pandemic - A Special Interview with Maggie May of Think Thornbury 03.03.2021 1:07:26
In today’s guest interview episode, Fiona talks to Maggie May, an artist and co-founder of Think Thornbury, a retail space and creative workshop venue. Together with her partner, musician Josh Kelly, Maggie May has established a community-focused shop that supports “thinkers, makers and doers.” Listen now and get inspired by Maggie May’s story on managing a small business as a new mother while als...
Episode 77: Small Business Tips: Why You Need To Set Goals For Every Quarter of the Year 01.03.2021 7:13
In this quick tip episode, Fiona reminds small business owners why it’s important to set goals every quarter - whether it’s reading a book to educate ourselves or make more money through increasing your online conversion rate. Listen now to inspire you to set sub-goals for each of your main yearly goals to make 2021 a better year for your business. This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Fin...
Episode 76: 5 Steps To Deal with Uncertainties in Your Life and Why Seeking Professional Help Matters 24.02.2021 31:39
In this personal coaching episode with Fiona, she shares her stories about the uncertainties she had to deal with - such as the death of her parents, launching a book during COVID and moving to the UK with the help of a friend. Listen now as she shares her tips on how people can deal with uncertainties and the importance of seeking help from a professional especially during these times. This mont...
Episode 75: Small Business Tips - 8 Highly-Recommended Business Books That Give Really Good Insights and Lessons For Small Business Owners 22.02.2021 14:43
In this short tip episode, Fiona shares the top books she recommends every small business owner should read to help them grow their businesses. Listen now and if you think you have another book recommendation to share, DM Fiona at @mydailybusinesscoach on Instagram. She would love to hear your thoughts and suggestions. This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finder...
Episode 74: On Running A Purpose-Led Business: How Onegirlstudio Connects with the Local Community Through Brand Collaborations and Championing Australian Makers 17.02.2021 45:38
In this week’s small business owner interview, Fiona talks to Lijean Beier, founder of Onegirlstudio, an Interior Design Consultancy, web-store and beautiful boutique in Brisbane’s western suburbs. In their chat, they talk about giving back to the community (where shop profits are donated to Outback Futures and Onegirl), brand collaborations with Australian makers and managing motherhood while run...
Episode 73: Five Quick Questions to Work Through When It Comes to Potential Mindset Blocks That You Might Have 15.02.2021 10:39
When it comes to running a business, your mindset can affect the success or failure of your products and services. While it’s easy to say that we can change our mindset on how we approach things, certain blocks stop us from achieving them. In this quick tip episode, Fiona shares the five questions to help you assess what your potential mindset blocks are. This month we're proud to be sponsored by...
Episode 72: Why Giving A Performance Review for Yourself can Help Running A Small Business 10.02.2021 25:31
Even if you’re the boss to your own business, have you ever given yourself a performance review? While some may think being their own boss doesn’t require them to assess their performance in running their businesses, Fiona shares the reasons why it’s important to do so. Listen to today’s coaching episode now to learn the important questions to ask when doing a performance review. This month we're...
Episode 71: Small Business Tip: How to use accountability when Setting Personal and Business Goals 08.02.2021 12:35
If you find yourself always setting goals yet failing to stick with them, listen to today’s podcast as Fiona shares how she’s keeping herself accountable to the goals she has set this year and how you can too! She also invites everyone to join her 8-week program on Marketing For Your Small Business. This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers. Visit the Finders Keepers Melbourne...
Episode 70: Why it's sometimes important not to have a plan B and other lessons from artist turned furniture designer and maker, Sean Woolsey of Sean Woolsey Studio 04.02.2021 1:06:19
Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction Catching up Describing the business Describing the smart desk 10 Years in the business Sean's upbringing Sean's experience prior to starting the business On making decisions for his furniture Marketing his business On Pinterest What marketing strategy stood out for him On collaborations On his pieces On his activities at home and his lifestyle On r...
Episode 69: Small Business Tips: How To Improve Your Posture Using A Simple Reminder App 01.02.2021 8:52
Reminder, my 8-Week Online coaching program is open now, visit www.marketingforyoursmallbusiness.com Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction Fiona’s experience PostureMinder A reminder on health Conclusion Resources mentioned in this episode PostureMinder Episode transcript: For a full transcript visit mydailybusinesscoach.com/podcast/69 This month we're proud to be sponsored by Th...
Episode 68: Why leaving Instagram is something small business owners are considering and key questions to ask yourself when it comes to marketing 27.01.2021 31:14
Join my 8-Week Coaching Program and understand how to market your business in a way that works for you at http://marketingforyoursmallbusiness.com 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...
Episode 67 Small Business Tips: How Business Owners Can Work Through Having Difficult Conversations 25.01.2021 15:26
Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction and Promo Doing more for the indigenous Talking to a difficult person at work A Psychologist’s Advice How to make the hard conversations happen Conclusion Resources mentioned: Marketing For Your Small Business 16 Personalities Test My Daily Business Coach Shop Adobe Creative Types Test Episode transcript: Find the full transcript over at mydailybusine...
Episode 66: On Breaking Up with Friends – An Interview with Dr. Hannah Korrel, Clinical Neuropsychologist and Author of How to Break Up With Friends 20.01.2021 1:06:32
Topics discussed in this episode: • Introduction • Catching Up • On Hannah's Business • Writing How To Break Up with Friends • Her Upbringing • Benefits of Having Good Supportive Friends • On Jealousy Between Friends • Friends Running Similar Businesses • On Becoming Friends Again After A Breakup • On Writing A Book • Book/App Recommendations • Connecting with Hannah • Conclusion Connecting with D...
Episode 65: How To Find The Right Email Addresses To Contact for Collaborations and Invitations 18.01.2021 6:40
Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction Improving your marketing for 2021 Finding the right email addresses Using hunter.io Conclusion Resources mentioned in this episode: Marketing for Your Small Business Hunter.io Episode transcript: For a full transcript please visit mydailybusinesscoach.com/podcast/65 This month we're proud to be sponsored by The Finders Keepers . Visit the Find...
Episode 64: How To Use The Eisenhower Matrix To Prioritise Important and Urgent Tasks in Your Small Business 15.01.2021 23:11
Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction Important vs. Urgent tasks Eisenhower Matrix The 4 kinds of tasks How to use it Examples Marketing For Your Small Business Conclusion Resources Mentioned in this episode Marketing For Your Small Business Passion, Purpose, Profit Xero MindMeister Episode 47 Good Business Group Episode transcript: For a full transcript please visit mydailybusinessc...
Episode 63: Why Small Business Owners Need To Create A Reviews Page For Clients' Testimonials 11.01.2021 7:33
Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction Getting testimonials and reviews Quick review on the buyer's circle Building A Reviews Page Conclusion Episode transcript: For a full transcript please visit mydailybusinesscoach.com/podcast/63 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...
Episode 62: On Starting A Business at A Young Age and How Alliances Help All Business Owners with Natasha Ace, founder of Private Practice Alliance 06.01.2021 1:03:06
Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction Private Practice Alliance Natasha's Upbringing Starting a Business Getting an MBA On Teaching Marketing, Branding to The Mental Health Profession Networking Doing Business on Both Sides of the World Tools and Platform Recommendation Connect with Natasha Conclusion Resources mentioned in this episode: Hassl Zendesk Toggl 168 Hours: You Have More Tim...
Episode 61 Small Business Tips: What are The Habits That Help You and Which Ones Hinder Your Productivity and Progress? 04.01.2021 7:44
Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction Goal setting with clients Listing down good and bad habits Making real changes this 2021 Conclusion Episode transcript: For a full transcript please visit mydailybusinesscoach.com/podcast/61 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 t...
Episode 60: 2020: What did you learn and what will you leave behind? 30.12.2020 32:10
Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction Thank you message The highs of Fiona's year The lows Reflecting on 2020 2020 - A year in review questions 1. What is your overall feelings for the past year? 2. What is the best professional decision you made? 3. How did you spend time with your partner, family or close friends? 4. What's the one thing you changed about your business that had the mo...
Episode 59: Small Business Tips - “I’m Not Good at It…Yet.” – A Small Business Owner’s Mindset on Why It’s Important to Keep Improving 28.12.2020 8:35
For a full transcript please visit mydailybusinesscoach.com/podcast/59 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...
Episode 58: Fun, Bold, Vegan and Cruelty-Free: How I Scream Nails Successfully Moved from a Service Business to Build An Online Product-Based Business 23.12.2020 53:24
Listen to today’s interview as Fiona talks to Celia Cecchi, founder and director of I Scream Nails - an Australian made vegan, cruelty free, high quality nail polish about how her interest in nail art led to starting a successful product-based business that expanded quickly to the US. Interested in starting your own podcast? Check out our How to Start a Podcast online course here . Topics disc...
Episode 57: Small Business Tips - Creating Playlists To Get Inside The Mindset of Your Ideal Audience 21.12.2020 9:17
In this quick tip episode, Fiona shares how she gets into the minds of her ideal audience to know what they want to hear whenever she prepares content for them - creating a playlist is highly recommended! Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction Christmas catch-up and gift ideas Fiona as a creative writer Creating playlists for your ideal audience Last minute gift shopping ideas Resou...
Episode 56: 5 Tips To Practice Self-Care and Prioritise Yourself As A Business Owner 16.12.2020 28:17
As we start to plan our goals and map a new strategy for 2021, Fiona reminds all small business owners to prioritise themselves in the coming year. Listen now as she shares her 5 tips to practice self-care which not only benefits your well-being, but also your business. Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction Mapping next year’s goals 5 Tips to prioritise yourself #1: Knowing what you mo...
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