She Talks Business

Seeing the Positive in Life Have you ever found yourself wondering where your next paycheck is going to come from? Do you constantly worry about your financial situation and find it hard to imagine how you're going to make ends meet?  This week, I have such a special guest, Arielle Ford who is a renowned author, speaker, and love and relationship expert who has been promoting consciousness and per...

Pursue Financial Freedom Through Investing   In this podcast episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Michelle Bosch, an exceptional real estate investor and co-founder of a highly successful land-flipping business. Her story is a powerful testament to the immense potential that entrepreneurship holds and the incredible transformations it can bring.   Michelle's teachings have transformed live...

Finding the Sweet Spot: Pricing, Fees, and Debt for Business Success   Today, we are going to dive deep into a topic that is near and dear to my heart: pricing, fees, and debt. I'm going to share essential insights that I believe every entrepreneur should know. Get ready to equip yourself with the knowledge and strategies that will empower you to make informed decisions, propel your business forwa...

Strategies to Unlock Your Organization's Potential Creating buy-in for business profit and value is a game-changer. It is the catalyst that propels organizations to success. I think that Greg Schinkel has such a unique perspective on leadership that I just had to bring him into the conversation.  Greg is a successful business owner who specializes in leadership for manufacturing companies with his...

A Candid Conversation on Money Money in the bank grants you power, freedom, and most importantly, peace of mind. We all want money in the bank and there are essential practices that will help you to manage the cash flow of your business. In this episode we get into the weeds when it comes to three key areas of cash flow: accelerating, controlling and monitoring..     Accelerating cash inflow.  Whe...

Strategic Forecasting and Budgeting for Financial Excellence   When you are learning about your business financials, you have to get into the nitty-gritty stuff. You are fully capable of learning the metrics of your business because that's what's going to move your business forward.    There are nine foundational pieces when it comes to forecasting and budgeting for your business.    When it comes...

Essential money insights to master the financials of your business     Business owners, are you ready to take control of your money? Are you tired of feeling confused and guilty about your finances and ready for things to change?     If you find yourself feeling unsure of where your money is going, and wanting more control over your finances, then this episode is for you.      There are seven esse...

Debunking the myth that mindset is at the root of your financial struggles   We've all been told that our mindset is the problem when it comes to money, but what if I told you that was a lie?   Consider this: if you wanted to learn how to fly a plane but had no idea how, would you think that your mindset was the issue? Of course not! You'd recognize that you simply have a skill deficit and would h...

What does mindset and the nervous system have to do with the way you manage your money? "I want to congratulate everyone listening in and encourage you to listen to every single episode with Lisa during this season about money because the act of exposing yourself to a different kind of money conversation than the ones you've been around is going to change you." These are the words special guest, K...

Dive into your sales strategies and start making more money We are kicking off a new season of She Talks Business! During this season, we are going to talk a lot about money, and that means we will be discussing things like sales, profit, mindset, and more.     When it comes to talking about money, most people want to know how they can make more so I've dedicated the first episode to sharing 13 st...

How to unlock the power of community in your business This season has been a treasure trove of book recommendations. I hope you have enjoyed them and that you have a long list of books you want to read.  As we wrap up this first season of 2023, I have a special episode to share with you. In February, the Thought Readers community read Mark Schaefer's latest book, Belonging to the Brand: Why Commun...

Giving yourself permission to prioritize your well-being and success ​​This week we continued our thought-provoking and informative discussions around books. I had the pleasure of talking with  Allyson Byrd, who is a long-time friend and colleague of mine, and an all around unapologetic and fascinating individual. She shares her unique perspective on how reading can maximize its impact in your lif...

The impact a book can have on your life and business   Have you ever read a book that completely changed your perspective and life in a lasting way? It's incredible how words on a page can have a profound and lifelong impact on us.   This week's episode of She Talks Business is a milestone episode.    We have finally reached 100 episodes on the show!    And we have an incredible returning guest, M...

How books will shape you as a person and entrepreneur    This week, I am joined by a very special guest—someone I have called a friend and a colleague since 2008. Tune in to Episode 99 to hear immense wisdom and valuable insights from none other than Patti DeNucci.   Patti is the author of two books, including the award-winning success guide, The Intentional Networker, and her latest release, More...

Two books that completely changed the trajectory of my business   Throughout this book-themed season of She Talks Business, I have, of course, been thinking a lot about what I have read and what's still on my TBR list (that's To Be Read, for those who didn't know).  Having used this time to reflect on all things books, two, in particular, stand out... These two very different books have impacted h...

From book club to billion-dollar business   Reese Witherspoon is an entrepreneurial genius. I consider her to be one of the greatest entrepreneurs of our time, and here's why.    She took what began as a simple book club started by one of her fans on Instagram, and turned into a company worth over $900 million.    How she did it is inspiring, to say the least.   Episode 97  is a must-listen for en...

Books that will help oxygenate your thinking and transform the way you do business   Reading has the power to shape lives in profound ways, and this week's guest is no stranger to the power of reading. Eleanor Beaton is the founder of Safi Media , a business coaching and advisory firm for women entrepreneurs, where her team provides business coaching.    In episode 96, Eleanor and I discuss the tr...

Four books that will change the way you lead   Entrepreneurs don't always think of themselves as leaders, but if they want to scale and grow their business, leadership skill development is a must. As a business owner, you are always leading - you lead your clients, you lead your team, and you lead yourself.    Therefore, the more you know and understand leadership, the better off you will be.    D...

The path of self-education through reading   This week, in episode 94, I am joined by Michael Devers, a multi-passionate entrepreneur who advises leaders, executives, and business owners on how to prepare to navigate through any crisis expertly.    Among his many talents and areas of expertise, Michael has successfully executed strategies to reduce customer concentration from 90% to below 30%, and...

Four books that can transform your life and business    Do you want more money in the bank, more sales, more wealth, and more money to pay yourself? If so, then make some room on your bookshelf.   She Talks Business was created to help business owners and entrepreneurs build a more successful and profitable business, so let's get down to brass tacks and do just that.   In episode 93, I'm sharing f...

Reading with intention can transform the way you do business in 2023   We're ringing in the new year with a new season of She Talks Business! The focus of this season is one of my favorite things to talk about—reading.   It's not a secret to anyone who knows me that I am an avid reader. The bookcase in my office is full of books that have inspired some of the most influential ideas I have implemen...

Taking the time to reflect on 2022 and plan for next year   Every year should change you as a business owner. Why? Because you should never stop learning lessons, expanding your knowledge and capabilities, and becoming a stronger version of yourself.    This week, I'm getting candid and sharing the most significant lessons I learned in 2022 as a business owner. After listening to this episode, I c...

Balancing being a multi-passionate business owner   Andrea Bailey-Brown is on a mission to help entrepreneurs build wealth through franchise and business ownership. In the next 40 minutes, you will hear about what it took to become an award-winning entrepreneur and a multi-unit franchise owner who has generated over $30 million in revenue.   In this episode, Andrea shares how she discovered what s...

How to build an equitable culture in your organization    This week's guest is a returner to the show and if you heard her first episode, you know it's no wonder why I have asked her back. Tune in this week as Jennifer McClanahan,  the founder and CEO of Leverage to Lead, shares her experience and expertise around equity, equality, vulnerability, and leadership in organizations.   Jennifer created...

How you deliver any presentation has a direct impact on how an audience will respond   Public speaking is something that probably makes the majority of people shake in their boots, and that is the very reason this week's guest is someone that I admire. Ed Tate is an award-winning international keynote speaker, trainer, author, and former executive. In 2008, Ed earned the Certified Speaking Profess...