The Small Business School Podcast

Welcome back to Small Business School! Today is the tenth installment of The Boardroom series! These episodes were designed to be mini workshops for you to receive a tidbit of information and then get back and take action in your business. In this episode I want to tackle aligning our intentions with our actions. This is all about bridging the gap between what we aim to do and what we actually do...

Hey Small Business School! In today’s episode, I get to sit down with social media strategist Andrea Jones! She helps brands with bold personalities, bold opinions, and bold ideas make bold moves towards elevating their thought leadership and growing their business using the power of social media. Andrea and I discuss building authority online and how she’s navigating social media burnout while ex...

Welcome back to Small Business School! In today's episode I want to talk about people pleasing. The fear of not being liked or disappointing others in your business is something that can really hold you back from scaling your business and finding freedom in entrepreneurs. Let’s get into a few tips to overcome this in your business! Topics Covered: Acknowledging that it's impossible to pl...

Hey Small Business School! Today, we're diving into the ninth edition of The Boardroom series, where we roll up our sleeves and tackle actionable strategies to boost your business. Today’s topic is all about increasing your businesses revenue! It takes some time to build this muscle, so let’s jump into some steps that you can take today! Topics Covered: Assess current marketing strategies, tr...

Welcome back to Small Business School! In today's episode, I'm joined by Erin Sisko, founder of The Elleiance Network, Canada's fastest-growing membership based mastermind network for ambitious women entrepreneurs. Erin brings 20 years of corporate experience, mainly in commercial banking, along with a passion for entrepreneurship and empowering fellow businesswomen. She is also a l...

Hey Small Business School! Welcome back to another episode. Today, we're diving into the topic of how to choose the perfect location for your business. Whether you're just starting out or thinking about expanding, finding the right space can truly make or break your success. So let's jump right in and explore some key considerations together! Topics Covered: Understanding what your...

Welcome back to Small Business School and our eighth installment of The Boardroom series! Today I want to dive into some of the most crucial questions for small business owners looking to scale and make meaningful changes. As a coach, mentor, and accountant, I'm passionate about encouraging entrepreneurs to think beyond the conventional, take action, and ultimately build businesses that are n...

Hey Small Business School! I am so pumped to have Amanda Wilson-Ciocci in today’s episode! Amanda is the owner of The Monarch & Co. and founder of Monarch Momentum. She is a community builder, launch expert, 2x best selling author, cancer survivor and mama of 3. With over twenty years experience Amanda helps you to transform influence to impact, build legacy, launch with clarity, so you can co...

Welcome back to Small Business School! In today's quick episode, we're diving into a crucial aspect often overlooked by many business owners: the cost of culture in a business. I am going to explain why I believe cultivating a positive culture from the start is essential for efficiency, productivity, and the overall vibe of your business environment. Whether you're just starting out...

Hey Small Business School! In this seventh episode of The Boardroom series we're diving into the C-suite world, these are top executives that drive strategic decisions in your business. This episode is all about putting on your CEO hat and exploring the key roles that make up the C-suite in order to help you gain high-level perspective to propel your business forward! Topics Covered: The role...

Welcome back to Small Business School! Today I'm joined by Ainsley Barreto! Ansley is a Business & Wealth Coach and the founder of The Thriving Business. With a passion for helping coaches & impact driven entrepreneurs, Ansley is dedicated to seeing others thrive in a work/life balance that aligns with their values. Her methods combine Manifestation, Mindset, and Marketing, offering a...

Welcome back to Small Business School! I recently found myself frustrated by the increasing trend of products requiring subscriptions for full functionality, from fitness trackers to alarm clocks. But as annoying as it may be as a consumer, as a business, there's a whole other side to this story that's worth exploring. So let's dive in! Topics Covered: How annoying it is when produc...

Welcome back to Small Business School! I'm thrilled to bring you the sixth episode of The Boardroom series today. In this series we are giving you a CEO level workshop to get you out of working IN your business so you can start working ON your business. Today we are expanding on episode 5 and diving into some key CEO level numbers that will give you a deeper understanding of your business&apo...

Hey Small Business School! I am so excited for today’s episode because I am sitting down with Emily Baillie, a digital marketing strategist and AI trainer with a passion for helping Canadian businesses and nonprofits to grow. Emily provides marketing strategy advisory services and leads custom-tailored AI, social media and communications workshops. During our conversation Emily shares her expertis...

Hey there Small Business School! After years of observing countless businesses, I've noticed one crucial factor that sets successful entrepreneurs apart: the ability to understand customers' needs and how your business helps meet those needs. Connecting the dots for your customers helps them understand the value you offer in words they understand. In this episode I want to offer practica...

Welcome back to Small Business School! Today's episode is another installment of our Boardrooms series, focusing on understanding the financial side of your business through the three profit levers. I'm here to guide you through building your financial muscle, and ultimately boosting your profitability. So grab your notepad and let's jump into some actionable steps you can take toda...

Welcome back to Small Business School! In this episode, I am joined by Sigute Zitikyte, a certified business coach and author of "Multi Passionate." She also writes a weekly column called “The Friday Newsletter”, which helps ambitious professionals find their voice, build a career off the beaten path, and finally embrace their multi-passionate selves. Sigute has consulted for hundreds of...

Welcome to Small Business School! I'm thrilled that you're here and investing time in your business growth journey. In today's episode, we're diving into the crucial role of financial stability for your small businesses and tackling the idea of doing less to make more. Is this strategy right for your business? Let's get into it! Topics Covered: The benefits and risks of a...

Welcome back to Small Business School! Today’s episode is a little bit different because I am joined by an extra special guest, my daughter, Madison! Together we talk about what entrepreneurship looks like to her and our family-owned business, ‘Love Powered Co.’ Get ready for a heartwarming chat with the youngest entrepreneur I know! Topics Covered: Madison's experience running a bracelet bus...

Small Business School! Today I have a transformational conversation with Lauren Loreto to share with you! Lauren is the seasoned marketing agency owner of ‘Brand Good Time’, a podcast host, and entrepreneur who specializes in helping brands increase their revenue and share of voice through innovative and sustainable strategies. She is known for helping businesses go from "just starting"...

Welcome back to Small Business School! Today we are talking about something that too often gets overlooked amidst the excitement of bringing loved ones into our business ventures, the financial implications! I’ve had this conversation countless times with clients so I think it’s time to shed some light on it! In this episode I’ll cover: Topics Covered: The common tendency to approach hiring friend...

Hey Small Business School! I’m so excited to jump back into the "The Boardroom" series. I designed this series to spark reflection and actionable steps for your business growth journey. Today I want to talk to you about how we can align where we want to get in our business to the action steps we are taking day to day! What might you need to change? Topics Covered: Whether our actions ali...

On today’s episode of Small Business School, I got to chat with Katie Dooley, the creative mind behind Paper Lime Creative, a branding and design agency based in Edmonton, Canada. Katie’s passion and talent for design have made her a first choice for so many businesses looking to amplify their branding. Her fresh perspective on life and business caught my attention when we met a few months ago so...

Hey Small Business School! Today I want to dive into an often intimidating topic, cash flow in your business. Mastering cash flow is the key to a thriving business, and it doesn’t have to be scary. Let's demystify cash flow together! In this episode I’ll talk about implementing effective strategies to ensure a steady and sustainable flow of cash, so let's get into it! Topics Covered: The...

Welcome back to Small Business School! Today I am continuing "The Boardroom" series with part three. These episodes are meant to mimic what a board of directors would help you with in your business. I am asking questions not just about the urgent but about the long term vision and viability of your business! That continues in this episode by talking about how to get good advice about pro...