Beste Small Operations Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 84 - You Don't Need Perfect Business Systems to Grow and Scale 14:27

12h ago14:27

14:27

Running an online business often comes with the pressure to be hyper-organized, meticulously planned, and a master of systems. But what if that’s just not you? What if you feel like chaos is your default and color-coded calendars make your head spin? If you’ve ever thought, “I’m just not organized enough to succeed,” this episode is for you. Let’s …

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Ep 83 - Focused on Hitting Your Revenue Goals? Here’s What You Actually Need to Prioritize for Business Success 11:50

7d ago11:50

11:50

As a small business owner, you’ve probably heard it a thousand times: "Hit that revenue target, and you'll have made it." But is that really the endgame? Is hitting a certain revenue number the key to success and fulfillment in your business? In today’s world of hustle culture, it’s easy to get caught up in the chase for bigger numbers. However, ju…

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Ep 82 - Turn Goals Into Action: Your 12-Month Plan for Success 16:15

14d ago16:15

16:15

You’ve set bold goals and reimagined the life you want to live—but how do you ensure those dreams don’t fade by March? The final step in the Dream Big, Plan Smart series is creating a 12-month action plan to bridge the gap between intention and achievement. This plan will act as your roadmap, guiding you through the year with clarity and confidence…

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Ep 81 - Keys to Setting Goals That Will Boost Your Business in 2025 13:42

21d ago13:42

13:42

Setting goals can feel overwhelming—especially when it seems like every area of your business could use attention. What if you could stop feeling overwhelmed by your business goals and finally gain momentum by focusing on just a few strategic priorities? In this episode, I’ll guide you through narrowing your priorities, identifying what your busine…

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Ep 80 - How to Align Your Business With Your Dream Life 16:14

28d ago16:14

16:14

Welcome back, small business owners! Are you building a business that supports your dream life—or one that drains it? In today’s episode, we’re diving into how to align your business with your life goals. First, we'll define what success means in your life outside of your business, and then you'll learn practical steps to evaluate your business and…

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Ep 79 - The Secret to Designing a Business That Supports Your Life 11:03

1M ago11:03

11:03

Welcome to the second episode in the Dream Big, Plan Smart series! Today, we’re diving into something I think is both exciting and deeply important—designing your year. But this isn’t just about setting business goals or hitting revenue targets. It’s about stepping back to dream bigger and creating a life you love, supported by a business that work…

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Ep 78 - How to Find What’s Holding Your Business Back—And Fix It 13:50

1M ago13:50

13:50

As we kick off the new year, many of us feel the pull of possibility and motivation to set ambitious goals. January often brings a sense of renewal, making it the perfect time to reflect, dream big, and plan smart. I'm starting the year with the Dream Big, Plan Smart series—a step-by-step process to help you create a year you can look back on with …

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Ep 77 - Let's Celebrate You, CEO! 10:53

2M ago10:53

10:53

Welcome back, business leaders! As we enter 2025 (yes, I'm counting today even though it's December 31st), today is a chance to remember everything that you've accomplished in the last year. Maybe you reached your goals for the year or made significant leaps in revenue, but even if you didn't have a major accomplishment, acknowledge that just keepi…

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Ep 76 - Leadership and Communication: The Overlooked Drivers of Business Growth 20:15

2M ago20:15

20:15

Systems and processes are vital to your business excellence, but they won't get you very far without one thing that only you can provide: leadership. In this episode, I'll tell you about three team communication challenges that visionary leaders face and how you can overcome them by establishing shared purpose. This way, you can avoid simply jumpin…

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Ep 75 - The Broken Profit Formula That's Burning You Out - And How to Fix It 24:06

2M ago24:06

24:06

Are you working harder than ever but still feel stuck in your business? It’s a frustrating place to be—pouring in endless hours and energy but not seeing the results you deserve. Here’s the thing: the formula you’re using to run your business might be broken, and it’s costing you more than just profit. Relying solely on your own time and effort may…

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Ep 74 - How to Reframe Failure as a Tool for Business Growth 19:19

2M ago19:19

19:19

Failure. It’s one of those words that makes many of us cringe, especially when it comes to our businesses. But what if failure wasn't something to avoid, but a powerful tool for growth? Instead of letting setbacks hold us back, we can reframe them as valuable opportunities to learn and propel ourselves forward. We'll start by looking at the science…

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Ep 73 - How to Create Systems in Your Business in 4 Easy Steps 14:48

3M ago14:48

14:48

Are you juggling so many tasks that you’re one email away from burnout? Many business owners think handling everything themselves shows strength, but it’s often the fastest road to exhaustion. If you’re ready to step off the hamster wheel and let your business work for you, not the other way around, this guide breaks down the four key steps to buil…

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Ep 72 - The Power of Yet: How to Transform Your Business Mindset for Success 15:05

3M ago15:05

15:05

In the world of entrepreneurship, feeling stuck can sometimes feel like part of the journey. Perhaps you've said, "I'm not hitting my income goals" or "My business isn't where I want it to be." But what if a simple shift in language could change everything? Enter the power of yet. Adding yet to your statements—“I’m not there yet”—transforms them fr…

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Ep 71 - Take Action Now: Discover the Hidden Profits in Your Business 14:37

3M ago14:37

14:37

In a world that glorifies hustle and constant growth, it’s easy to get lost chasing new clients, creating endless marketing campaigns, or obsessing over vanity metrics. But did you know that there’s hidden money in your business that doesn’t require a massive audience, paid ads, or more hours of work? In this final installment of our series on redu…

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Ep 70 - Earn More as a Small Business Owner with Less Effort: Master the Art Now! 14:17

3M ago14:17

14:17

Are you a small business owner who feels bogged down by endless to-dos, yet not achieving the growth you desire? This struggle is more common than you think. Many business owners are trapped in the hustle cycle, working harder, not smarter. But imagine a world where you could focus on the tasks that truly drive your business forward—without sacrifi…

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Ep 69 - What's the Secret to a Predictable Profit Plan? 14:43

4M ago14:43

14:43

How much would your business change if you landed just 5 or 10 new clients? Often, we focus on vanity metrics, like our number of social media followers, thinking that more visibility automatically leads to success. While it’s important to grow your audience, the real game-changer for your business is having a consistent, predictable strategy to co…

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Ep 68 - Pricing Strategies That Guarantee Success for Small Business Owners

4M ago

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Running a business that feels more like a grind than the freedom-filled venture you once envisioned? You’re not alone. Many online business owners find themselves stuck in a cycle of burnout, constant busywork, and underwhelming income. One of the most significant yet often overlooked culprits? Your pricing strategy. For small business owners, espe…

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Ep 67 - Achieve Profit Without Burnout: 3 Essential Keys 21:46

4M ago21:46

21:46

Welcome back, business leaders! Today, I'm starting a new series on escaping burnout and hustle, a topic I've been hearing a lot about online. When you're caught in a cycle that drains you of time, energy or money to keep your business functioning, it can seem impossible to cut down your workload without sacrificing profit. Remember that this cycle…

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Ep 66 - Uncover the Truth: Are You Wasting Time as a Small Business Owner? 17:05

4M ago17:05

17:05

What's your framework for understanding how you are spending your time as a business leader? In this episode, I'll introduce you to my 4E framework, which breaks tasks down based on how much mental effort they take on your part, and whether they are "just getting things done" or making decisions for the future of your business. Many entrepreneurs, …

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Ep 65 - How to Effectively Convert Business Challenges into Profitable Opportunities 18:16

4M ago18:16

18:16

Today, it's time to flip the script on our frustrations in business and focus on the freedom that we set out to achieve! Use your struggles as a piece of data to measure how well you are doing and how you can redirect your course. What do I mean by this? If your schedule is full now, remember that your business shouldn't be running you; you are run…

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Ep 64 - Stop Spinning Your Wheels: How to Focus on What Matters Most for Business Growth 14:40

5M ago14:40

14:40

Do you know which tasks are the most important for your business growth? Think of your business like a garden full of plants that need watering. Which ones need the most attention to create the garden you want? The best way to determine what your priorities are for your business is to compare the tasks on your plate to your business goals. In this …

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Ep 63 - How to Escape the Busywork Trap as a Small Business Owner 26:36

5M ago26:36

26:36

Welcome back, CEOs! Many of us have fallen into the trap of believing that we have to push ourselves to work more hours in order to achieve our goals. However, if we examine how we use our time, we might discover that a lot of the tasks we think are important are actually not the best use of our skills, or worse, they're not even contributing much …

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Ep 62 - Is Your Schedule Holding Back Your Business' Future Growth Potential? 21:07

5M ago21:07

21:07

It's so easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks that consume our time consistently, but when we look back, we might find we've been spinning our wheels instead of approaching our businesses like leaders. Today, I'm going to flip the script on how you manage your time. Instead of dealing with urgent tasks as they come, determine the one thing …

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Ep 61 - 5 Easy Steps to Free Yourself from the Hustle and Grind 16:15

5M ago16:15

16:15

Welcome back, business leaders! Today I want to talk about why the advice we're commonly given, "Just keep pushing," is not a guarantee of success. Too many of us are spending way too much time on work, enough time to burn us out. Is this in line with the freedom you were hoping for when you started your business? Let's reframe the way we look at t…

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Ep 60 - Growth Hour: Boost Your Business With This Simple Strategy 15:13

6M ago15:13

15:13

Welcome back, ambitious business owners! Today, I'm sharing a simple yet powerful strategy that has helped me front-load my week with revenue-generating activities. I'll be diving into the Growth Hour, a powerful tool to transform your productivity. By prioritizing tasks and allocating a time for important but non-urgent tasks, you'll ensure that h…

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Ep 59 - Finding Time For Strategic Growth: It Is Possible! 18:19

6M ago18:19

18:19

Spending time in your business doesn't always grow your business. Do you have so much client work to complete that you spend all your time doing it? If so, you're probably strapped for time to spend on teaching your audience, marketing, and creating new products. Instead of telling ourselves that we have no time, let's take action to make time! Lis…

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Ep 58 - Your Money Story: How to Rewrite It For Good 14:27

6M ago14:27

14:27

Is your financial mindset holding you back? Today, we're discussing how the "rules" you've learned about money through your life experiences might be affecting the decisions you make now as a small business leader. Are all of these rules true, or do you need to look back and critically rethink them? Listen in as I guide you through how to rewrite y…

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Ep 57 - My Favorite Way to Maximize Business Profit and Pay Myself Consistently 15:41

6M ago15:41

15:41

Welcome back, business leaders! In today's episode, we're looking to the bottom line by delineating the difference between revenue and profit. Profit is often overlooked in favor of chasing higher revenue numbers, but it's crucial to have a strategy to pay yourself consistently. This will enable you to cover your personal expenses and support the l…

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Ep 56 - Want More Profit in Less Time? Listen In and Plan Your Revenue Streams 15:20

7M ago15:20

15:20

Working on setting intentional goals for this season of your life? Once you learn this strategy for monthly planning, you can repeat it over and over. Today, I'm going to share a method for you to determine which revenue streams are best for you to reach your profit goals without piling on more hours. With relatable examples, I'll help you develop …

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Ep 55 - Stop Missing Out on Profit: Discover How to Thrive in the Summer Season 19:59

7M ago19:59

19:59

Welcome back, business leaders! In this episode, I'm sharing my top tips on how to successfully navigate a season where your routine changes, balancing family time and hitting your revenue goals. As summer brings a slowdown in work for many of us, it's crucial to set clear intentions and goals that take both your personal and business needs into ac…

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Ep 54 - 6 Tips to Make Time for Business Growth Without Sacrificing Everything Else 17:10

7M ago17:10

17:10

Welcome back, driven leaders! Many of us start our businesses with dreams of freedom and flexibility, but end up working harder and longer as time goes on, still only managing to maintain our current position. Let's adopt smart strategies to reclaim our time so we can invest in the projects that will drive growth! In this episode, I dive into 6 pow…

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231. The Power of Play with Shannon Claire 49:54

7M ago49:54

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Play is transformative. And it's essential for our personal and professional growth that we take regular breaks to play. I know from personal experience that when I incorporated more play and whitespace into my life, my business increased exponentially. I had more “million dollar” ideas, bigger business growth, came up with better strategies, stren…

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Ep 53 - Master Project Completion in 10 Action-Packed Steps 25:10

7M ago25:10

25:10

Wondering how to ensure your project ideas are carried out to success? In this week's episode, I'll be sharing strategies to help you stay focused, organized, and motivated from start to finish. Effective project management skills will help us entrepreneurs focus on a project and bring it to completion, whether it's a business project or even somet…

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Ep 52 - Unlocking the Power of Empowered Teams: The Key to Unstoppable Growth 26:51

7M ago26:51

26:51

Welcome back, CEOs! Today we're diving into the essential topic of empowering your team for unstoppable business growth. I'll guide you through the strategies to transition from day-to-day operations to strategic leadership, while clarifying your goals with your team so they understand the "why" behind changes. When your team members understand the…

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Ep 51 - Scaling Your Business Through Operational Excellence 15:31

8M ago15:31

15:31

Scaling your business quickly is a dream for any business leader, but without the right preparation, it can quickly turn into a nightmare. If you don't have the operational foundation to support your business growth, the quality of your offers, and your reputation, will suffer. Don't think of operational excellence as a chore, but rather as an inve…

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Ep 50 - Decoding the Hiring Process: When to Bring In New Talent 18:28

8M ago18:28

18:28

Welcome back, business leaders! In our 50th episode, we're diving into the crucial topic of hiring. I'll be sharing a simple three-step process to help you determine if and when it's the right time to expand your team. We'll discuss the financial, tactical, and strategic aspects of hiring, because bringing in new talent isn't just about filling a r…

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Ep 49 - Maximizing Your Success: Tips for Implementing a Mid-Year Review 42:41

8M ago42:41

42:41

Are you looking for more information about whether you're really on track for your business goals? In this episode, we're talking about the process of a mid-year review of your goals. We'll look back over each month, assess what you were doing in each month, and evaluate your progress on each goal. To optimize your workflow for the rest of the year…

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Ep 48 - A Complete CEO's Guide: Top Steps to Take After Setting Your Revenue Goal 23:27

8M ago23:27

23:27

Welcome back, CEO (that's you)! In this episode, I'm diving deep into the numbers of your business to help you determine what next steps you need to take to reach your revenue goal. It's time to know based on the math what you need to sell, at what price point, and how many clients you need. Using the "Get Paid Like a CEO" resource as a guide, I'll…

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Ep 47 - Effective Strategies for Setting Revenue Goals: Tips for Small Business Owners 35:21

9M ago35:21

35:21

Welcome back, CEOs! In this episode, we dive into the crucial topic of setting effective revenue goals for your small business. I'll be sharing insights on how to balance personal time and health alongside business responsibilities. Before you begin to calculate your revenue goals, you need to consider your personal cost of living and desired take-…

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Ep 46 - Proven Ways to Prevent Shiny Distractions and Boost Business Growth 20:46

9M ago20:46

20:46

Do you need someone to help you avoid getting distracted when you set new projects for your business? In this episode, we're talking about shiny distractions - those tempting new ideas that can lead entrepreneurs astray. Fortunately, having a trusted sounding board alongside you will help you recognize and avoid shiny distractions. Learn how to cho…

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Ep 45 - Why Delegating Tasks to Others is the Key to Effectively Empowering Your Team 17:44

9M ago17:44

17:44

Do you feel that you shouldn't delegate tasks to your team because it would be easier and faster to do them yourself? In this episode, we're diving deep into the crucial topic of effective delegation and empowering your team. I'll be tackling the common fear of delegating tasks and the harmful cycle of micromanaging, explaining how it can hinder yo…

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Ep 44 - How To Delegate For Business Growth Success: The WHY Matters 10:30

9M ago10:30

10:30

Hi everyone! In today's episode, we're diving deep into the art of delegation in your business. What makes the "why" behind a task crucial for effective communication and performance? I'll be sharing insights on how explaining the reasoning behind a task, not just the task itself, can dramatically enhance your team's performance. Sharing the why fa…

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Ep 43 - 4 Actionable Steps to Stay Motivated as a Business Owner 16:12

10M ago16:12

16:12

Welcome back, CEOs! How are you feeling about the goals you set at the beginning of the year? In this episode, I share 4 actionable strategies to stay motivated, even when the initial excitement of setting goals wears off. We'll talk about the importance of understanding our "why," reflecting on past successes, creating routines, and rewarding ours…

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Ep 42 - 3 Crucial Steps For Effective Communication in Challenging Conversations 16:16

10M ago16:16

16:16

Welcome back, CEOs. In this episode, we're going to explore the art of delivering difficult messages effectively as a small business owner. I'll be sharing 3 crucial steps to mastering communication in sensitive or challenging situations. We'll learn how to make feedback receivable, actionable, and balanced, which can transform our team's developme…

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"Create Your Clockwork Blueprint to Freedom" with Alexis Kingsbury 40:20

10M ago40:20

40:20

Are you struggling to free up time, increase efficiency, and reduce key person dependency in your business? In this episode, Adrienne Dorison interviews Alexis Kingsbury, the founder of AirManual, about his journey to creating his solution to those issues. Alexis discusses the challenges he faced with traditional process documentation methods and h…

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Ep 41 - Propel Your Business Forward with a 12 Step Decision Making Framework 21:41

10M ago21:41

21:41

Hey there, in this episode, I'll be unveiling a 12-step decision-making framework to elevate your decision-making game and ensure that each choice you make propels your business forward with confidence and clarity. We'll dive into the process of defining the problem clearly, gathering information, considering multiple perspectives, and more. I unde…

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230. Clockwork Book Club: Interview with Mike Michalowicz 24:28

10M ago24:28

24:28

This is our final episode in the Clockwork Book Club, and today we are talking to the Author of “Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself”… Mike Michalowicz! In this episode, we discuss: What Mike wishes everyone knew about Clockwork The biggest updates to the system since the first edition of the book Why people resist t…

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Ep 40 - 6 Foundational Skills CEOs Can't Ignore in Order to Grow 21:10

10M ago21:10

21:10

Get ready to learn about 6 non-negotiable foundations that will take your business to the next level. In this episode, I uncover the cold hard truths and practical strategies behind consistency, confidence, focus, personal growth, boundaries, and rest – essential elements for your business growth journey. I'll share real-life examples and experienc…

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229. Chapter 13: Pushback (And What To Do About It) 18:19

10M ago18:19

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Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 13 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: Why we encounter pushback How Design can be just as taxing as Doing work Why you need to show up more when building trust We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages…

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Ep 39 - How to Lead With Confidence When Revenue is Down 27:07

11M ago27:07

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Tune into this episode for advice on leading through tough times in your business. When we assess the real truth about business decline, we can make solid decisions on navigating uncertainty. I'll discuss the importance of stepping up your marketing, considering the long-term sustainability of your business plan, and involving your team in a positi…

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