Simple Business. Big Life.

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! In this episode, I share what failing in advance looks like, why we do it, and how it quietly sabotages growth. You’ll learn how to spot the pattern, challenge the false certainty that keeps you stuck, and take the next step even when you don’t feel ready. If you’re tired of overthinking, second-guessing, or waiting for the perfect time, th...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! If you’ve ever felt like your weekly plans collapse under client emergencies, procrastination, or overwhelm, this episode is for you. I break down the ALIVE Method , the exact weekly planning routine that helps me run two businesses, homeschool two kids, and still only work 4 days a week.   Book a consultation  here, and let's start de...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! Learn the simplest way to stop living invoice to invoice and getting out of the 30 day panic cycle so many business owners find themselves stuck in so you can feel some peace around managing the cash flow in your business and also free up headspace to think about the future and not just about surviving this month. Resources mentioned in thi...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! Enjoy this Most Valued Podcast episode on why your business needs a vacation from YOU.  This episode 2 of a 5 part series. You can listen to the rest of the episodes in this series here: 1/5: ✈️ Take A Vacation Your Laptop Isn't Invited To 2/5: Why Your Business Needs A Vacation 3/5: The 5 Simple Systems You Need To Step Away With Conf...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! Most business owners think client work is the most valuable part of their business. But the truth? Design time  - the hours you spend improving systems, empowering your team, and setting the future direction - is what makes client delivery easier, faster, and less stressful. In this episode, you’ll learn what design time is, why it feels un...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! You can say all the “right” things in your marketing…but if your thoughts underneath are negative - like “clients always pay late” or “I’m not good enough”- that’s what your audience actually hears. In this episode, I’m breaking down how your hidden thoughts shape your marketing, attract the wrong clients, and push away the right ones. I’ll...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! Most South African small businesses don’t fail because of one big mistake...they fail because of small, repeated money habits that quietly drain cash, kill creativity, and keep owners stuck in survival mode. In this episode, I’m sharing five money habits that sabotage small business owners and what to do instead so you can build a profitabl...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! If you’ve ever changed your policies, pricing, or offers because of one difficult client—this episode is a must-listen. I’m sharing how to shift out of reaction mode and start building for the clients you actually want more of.   Book a consultation  here, and let's start designing a business that works FOR YOU. Link to Music C redits ...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! Today we're revisiting a most valued podcast - the quickest ways to free up cash in your business (and personal life). Join me on this episode and learn how to recapture money inside your small business.   Book a consultation  here, and let's start designing a business that works FOR YOU. Link to Music C redits  Track:           ...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! If you're constantly working but still feel behind, this episode is for you. In this conversation, we're unpacking the real reason time feels so scarce, and it's not what you think. You'll hear why the usual fixes (like waking up earlier or getting a new planner) aren’t working, and what needs to shift instead if you wan...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! Feeling like you're not doing enough, achieving enough, or just not enough ? This episode unpacks the thought loop that keeps you stuck in overworking and second-guessing — and shows you how to shift it.   Book a consultation  here, and let's start designing a business that works FOR YOU. Link to Music C redits  Track:           ...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! You're stuck...not because they aren’t working hard, but because they’re solving the wrong problem. In this episode, we explore why clarity on the real issue is the fastest way to create momentum, and how chasing surface-level fixes keeps you spinning. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or like nothing is really workin...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! If taking time off of your business feels impossible, this episode is for you. I am sharing how to prepare for unplugged vacations so you can leave the laptop and worries at home. Download The Unplugged Vacations Checklist HERE   Book a consultation  here, and let's start designing a business that works FOR YOU. Link to Music C redits ...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! This episode for every business owner who finally frees up time — only to immediately fill it with more work. You finish your to-do list early. You could rest. But instead, you say, “Let me just get a head start on tomorrow.” Sound familiar? In this episode, I break down what’s really happening when you can’t stop working — even when the wo...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! In this episode, I’m talking about a pattern I see all the time - not just in my clients, but in myself too. It’s that moment when something in your business isn’t working, maybe a client didn’t sign, revenue is down, or something feels off, and your brain goes straight to: “I don’t know what to do.” It feels like the truth… but it’s not. I...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! In this episode, I sit down with Basson Piek - business rescue practitioner and COO of Rauch Gertenbach Attorneys - to talk about business rescue. We talk honestly about what it really means when a business is in distress, how to know if you’re heading in that direction, and what options are available before it’s too late. Basson shares his...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! There are three patterns that create cash flow chaos in a business. Learn what they are, why you get stuck in them, and what you can do to build healthy money habits in your business. Register for the 15 Minute CEO Money Routine Workshop   Book a consultation  here, and let's start designing a business that works FOR YOU. Link to Music...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! In this episode we are breaking down the 6 steps to simplify your business so that it runs more efficiently and generates more profit. You will learn: what stage of business you're in the six steps to a business that is simple, efficient, and easy to troubleshoot the results of getting the right support as you grow and scale your busin...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! In this episode, we dive into the concept of burnout. Learn how burnout is created for business owners and how to burnout proof your business for good.    Book a consultation  here, and let's start designing a business that works FOR YOU. Link to Music C redits  Track:                    Positive Motivation Author:                  ASh...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! Join me in this episode to learn 5 simple shifts to make to burnout proof your business for good.   Book a consultation  here, and let's start designing a business that works FOR YOU. Link to Music C redits  Track:                    Positive Motivation Author:                  AShamaluevMusic (ASM) Publisher:            CD Baby (IPI 7...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! In this episode we're diving into a simple, three step process you can use in your business to understand the results you got, create strategic actions plans, and make meaningful progress towards your goals. Ready to scale your business with less effort? Apply to work with me here .   Book a consultation  here, and let's start des...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! Welcome to another series! We are reframing our relationship with failure by adopting a perspective of experimentation and evaluating.  Ready to get coached? Apply to work with me here .   Book a consultation  here, and let's start designing a business that works FOR YOU. Link to Music C redits  Track:                    Positive Motiv...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! In this episode, Ilonka Ras discusses the importance of developing healthy money habits for entrepreneurs. She emphasises the common financial anxieties faced by business owners and introduces three simple money habits that will help you take control of your finances and your life. Ready to work with me? Apply here .   Book a consultation ...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! In this episode, talk about the importance of having difficult conversations about money, particularly when clients fail to pay on time.  Ready to work together? Apply for private coaching here.   Book a consultation  here, and let's start designing a business that works FOR YOU. Link to Music C redits  Track:                    Positi...

Did you enjoy this episode? Share you aha moment with us! In this episode, we discusses the importance of financial resilience for business owners, and why every business needs a cash buffer. Ready to work with me? Apply for private coaching here.   Book a consultation  here, and let's start designing a business that works FOR YOU. Link to Music C redits  Track:                    Positive Mo...