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CEO Amplify | Small Business Operations, Systems & Processes, CEO Habits

Donna Dube | Certified Director of Operations, Business Growth Strategist for Coaches, Consultants and Service Providers

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Have you found yourself caught in the whirlwind of day-to-day operations in your small business, constantly battling fires instead of focusing on strategic growth? It's time to banish busywork and focus on what matters most by prioritizing your time and tasks effectively. Say goodbye to hustle and grind and hello to building a sustainable business. Hi, I’m Donna and I'm so excited that you are here on CEO Amplify. I remember what it was like hustling and working non stop in my business to tr ...
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RUN LIKE CLOCKWORK: SMALL BUSINESS OPERATIONS

Mike Michalowicz + Adrienne Dorison

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Giving you every tool you need to grow + scale your business with operational excellence, while also prioritizing your quality of life. Hosted by best-selling author + speaker Mike Michalowicz + operational efficiency expert + CEO, Adrienne Dorison, the Run Like Clockwork podcast is a series of insightful + topical operations conversations based on the best-selling book, Clockwork, to help small business owners design a business + team that runs itself. To stay in touch with all things Run L ...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 12 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss our takes on Roberto’s story! We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 227-236. If you would like access to our FREE Study and Discussion Guides, and the ability t…
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In this episode, you will learn about the power of creating a 90-day growth map and action plan to propel your business forward. I'll share my personal entrepreneurial journey and take you through the process of turning big dreams into actionable 90-day plans. My 5-part framework, the CEO PulseCheck, is designed to help you build action-oriented go…
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Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 11 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: How key metrics help you determine the health of your business What to feature on a high-level dashboard The ACDC bottleneck framework We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode c…
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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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Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 10 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: How key metrics help you determine the health of your business What to feature on a high-level dashboard The ACDC bottleneck framework We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode c…
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In this episode, we'll explore the top 5 most common hiring mistakes that many CEOs encounter, such as the "one and done" mentality, where we often believe that hiring should be a one-time task, and the potential detriment of taking hiring decisions personally. We'll also delve into the importance of watching for red flags during the interview proc…
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Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 9 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: How to complete a Job Trait Analysis Hiring for strengths instead of skills Using Clockwork as a retention tool on your team We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pag…
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Welcome back! In this episode, I'll teach you how to not just overcome setbacks in your business, but actually thrive after facing them. I'll share my 6-step process to quickly recover, create more resilence and grow efficiently after hitting an unexpected roadblock. We'll talk about resisting impulsive reactions, acknowledging and managing our emo…
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Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 8 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: How to get systems out of your head Why we don’t believe in written SOPs The value of continuous improvement We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 128-148. If y…
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Hey everyone! In this episode of CEO Amplify, we're talking about the often unspoken feelings of resentment towards our own businesses as entrepreneurs. Why does this happen? What signs should you look out for? How can you transform this frustration into growth? Listen in as I share personal stories and tips to help you navigate through these chall…
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Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 7 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: Our top tips and takeaways to avoid the sunk cost fallacy How to complete the 4T exercise Why you really don't want to clone yourself We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode cov…
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In this episode, we're answering the question of what to automate first to see the greatest gains in efficiency for your business. I've talked before about filtering your activities so that you do the tasks that matter for your strategic goals, rather than simply aiming to be busy. One way to cut down your workload is to automate, and that starts w…
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Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 6 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: Why this is a throttle, not a switch Deciding vs. Delegating The Design Trap We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages 85-115. If you would like access to our FREE …
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Imagine yourself as the captain of your ship, steering your business towards your goals. In this episode, we delve into the crucial role of effective leadership in your business. Believe it or not, simply having a team will not solve all your challenges. Join us and learn about four key strategies every small business owner must take to lead with i…
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Welcome to our breakdown of Chapter 5 of Clockwork, Revised and Expanded: Design Your Business to Run Itself. In this episode, we discuss: Differences between the QBR and Primary Roles Directly vs. Indirectly serving the QBR Completing the sticky note exercise We suggest that you read the chapter and then come listen to this episode covering pages …
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