Stacking Your Team | Leadership Advisor for Women Entrepreneurs

Have you ever wondered why some business owners seem to have more time and are more at ease than others? Well, in this episode, Shelli is joined by our Executive Assistant, Tiffanie Jordan, and shares one very impactful way you too can have more time and more ease. We're also celebrating Shelli's two years of hosting the Stacking Your Team podcast! Let's celebrate together! Join the BizChix Commun...

We're back with another episode of our Leadership Growth Series and this time, Shelli coaches Jenny Stemmerman, who owns two entertainment businesses in separate locations. Jenny is having a hard time deciding if it makes sense to invest more in a regional role versus developing the talent of her store managers. Shelli helps her see some choices for how she can structure the design of the store ma...

Have you ever felt shame, as a leader? Dr. Brene Brown, the world's leading researcher on shame, vulnerability, courage, and empathy once said, " For me, vulnerability led to anxiety, which led to shame, which led to disconnection, which led…... to Bud Light ." I'm sure you can relate to moments like this, which is why Shelli decided to open up the conversation about leadership and perfection on t...

Have you ever felt that you accommodated an underperformer on your team for far too long? If so, then this episode of our Leadership Growth Series is for you! Shelli provides an on-air coaching session to clinical therapist, Laura Cross, who wants some help with knowing when it's time to fire a team member. Laura also wants some help navigating her own internal discomfort in wondering how she's be...

Have you noticed that high performing people are inclined to have patterns about how they do the things they do? When you ask them about it, they'll say something like, "well, that's just how I am." And, have you ever said to yourself as you're watching her in action, going about her life, making things happen for her business and her team – "hmmm, I'll have what she's having?" If so, you're going...

We're kicking off the New Year by introducing some new series for the podcast. We will start off with our Leadership Growth Series and then we'll move into a series of client case studies that will feature some of our incredible 1:1 coaching clients. Then, we'll introduce you to a few of our members of The Leadership Lab program. So, today we're starting with The Leadership Growth Series and chatt...

What concerns bubble up for you when you think of hiring someone with a known health challenge? Today, Shelli is joined by Christine Jamieson (also known as Miss Canada), the CEO and Founder of PUSH25, a creative agency through which she helps local and national businesses achieve marketing success. Christine has built four foundations by inspiring others, empowering others, sharing a positive vis...

In this mini training session, Shelli talks about how you can create drumbeats within your team. Drumbeats, often referred to as a cadence or sequence, help to generate a call to action for us in our mind's eye. Yes, drumbeats. Those predictable moments in your business that your team loves because it helps them be proactive, confident and prepared to meet or exceed the expectations of their roles...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to open up multiple locations of your service-based business? What would be the best team structure across those locations? And, who would do the hiring and training of those extended teams? Emily Countryman, the CEO and Owner of Ideal Wellness, joins Shelli on this episode of Stacking Your Team to discuss all of this and more. Emily is a certified weight loss...

We often hear about women wanting to reach the holy grail of 7 figures, but why stop there? Thinking small and holding back from introducing innovative ideas into their business because of the fear of hiring specialized team members and then having to lead them is a gate many women business owners are reluctant to walk through. Instead, they stay stuck, stay safe and the business stalls. In this e...

We are so excited to share our new programs with you. If we can support you in 2020 and beyond it would be our honor. Programs Overview VIP Day One:One Coaching Leadership Lab Six Figures Lab If you'd like to stay in touch and join our Facebook Group for women entrepreneurs, go to BizChix.com/join .

Some people are natural leaders but what you might not know is that great leadership can be taught. With the right mentor guiding you, you can learn to be a leader that your team respects and who knows, someday your team members could be learning to lead with you as their shining example. The world's greatest leaders never stop learning. They always strive to be better and very few people understa...

If you've been in business for a while, you've probably heard the infuriating myth that large groups of women can't work together without creating some drama. Well, our special guest on this amazing episode of Stacking Your Team, has not only busted that tired myth, but she's completely reinvented the meaning of female empowerment through inspired teamwork. Melissa Rogne is the founder and Preside...

The festive season is just around the corner, which means it's time to think about others, swap gifts and eat until you have to squeeze into your favorite pair of jeans! It's also time to think about the team holiday party, which can be the most anticipated social event in the calendar. However, not everyone gets that 'warm fuzzy feeling' when they think about holiday parties. For many CEOs, the e...

Do you enjoy attending conferences? I don't know about you, but whenever I go to a conference, I'm filled with genuine excitement and enthusiasm because I can't wait to go back and share what I learned with my team. Networking with peers and leveraging educational opportunities are just two of the reasons why you should attend a conference in your field. A great conference can even expose you to n...

Have you noticed a shift in the behavior of someone on your team recently? What about a team member who has abruptly handed in their resignation? Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed and cynical? Often, we don't recognize the signs of burnout in ourselves or in our teams. It can manifest in so many ways, exhaustion, cynicism and decreased self-efficacy. As the CEO of your business, you need to be...

What were you doing when you were 25 years old? Sometimes all you need is drive, leadership skills, and a fresh outlook to create a successful business. This attitude can rally highly skilled people to you. Often, bringing new ways of working can shake things up and create a stronger, more positive team. In this episode of Stacking Your Team, we take a look at a workplace where the CEO may be a lo...

There is a seismic shift going on in the workplace. Workers are no longer commuting long hours or sitting at the same desk day in day out. Now a staggering 61% of the workforce is shifting to become remote workers and digital nomads working all over the world. But what are the legal implications of working with a team that is not in a physical office and may not even be in the same zip code or eve...

Training is a vital part of any business, big or small. The benefits don't just end at upskilling your staff, it can dramatically improve retention levels by showing your team that you believe they're worth investing in. But how can you ensure that your team get the most of their training?  This episode of Stacking Your Team explores how to create an engaging training experience, how to decide whe...

Have you thought about cross-training your team members? Cross-training involves building team members' skills so that they can perform job functions outside of their usual duties. You're not necessarily adding more to their plate but rather building your team's skills so that when extra help is needed, they can step in and offer a helping hand. Cross-training your team can help increase productiv...

Are team performance reviews really necessary? If so, what should you do as a leader to make sure that each performance review is beneficial for both the team member and the business? Ideally, performance reviews will act as a stepping-stone to help teams improve their skills and continue smashing goals. However, performance reviews are also about recognizing team members for their work and showin...

Regardless of the size of your business or the size of your team, you need a personnel file on each team member. Keeping relevant and accurate employee records is so important not only for legal reasons but to help you effectively monitor team performance. If you're like some of our members inside the BizChix community, you know that you need personnel files but knowing what to put in them is wher...

In this day and age, every business relies on cell phones, social media and email to engage with clients and keep things in the business running smoothly. However, without the proper policies in place, all of these things can lead to serious performance issues and a potential loss of brand trust in the eyes of our customers. So, how should you breach this rather uncomfortable subject with your tea...

Does your workspace motivate and inspire you? Or, does the thought of it make you want to take the day off? Your workspace is more than just an office. It's a creative and innovative hub where great ideas flourish and your team comes together to work. But, is it really possible to create a workspace that sparks genuine excitement? And if so, how can you create the perfect workspace for your busine...

Are you reluctant to hire remote workers or create roles that allow working from home? The worry, concern, and resistance are completely understandable thanks to the negative stereotypes surrounding remote workers. However, they can and will add great value to your team. In fact, here at BizChix, the majority of the people on our team are remote workers! So, how can you set yourself and your remot...