Busy Business Women

Today I'm in a celebratory mood because I've just hit the Big 1-4 in business. Yep, 14 years in business today – 14 years of being my own boss and riding the crazy, rewarding, life changing small business rollercoaster..I think it's super important to celebrate these milestones because so many business owners don't reach them .. and I'm talking about celebrating every single business birthday. So if you're coming up to your first year, or your 20th or 30th year, and everything in between, I encourage you to reflect on what you've learned, what you've achieved, what you're proud of, and what you want to take forward – and ditch – in the years ahead..And that's why I like to do these video's and podcasts on my business birthday's because I want to share my lessons and learnings with you, and it's also a good reflective exercise for me that helps me move forward into the next 12 months and beyond..So today I'm sharing with you 14 hard from my 14 years in business, and if you'd like to watch the live recording of this show or grab the show notes go to: www.busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast67.Happy Biz-Birthday To Me!.Enjoy,FayeX

If you could do with a little more zen in your life, this podcast episode is for you! I had an absolute ball talking to Tara Skipp from Nourish and Nest all about rituals and how us busy business women can inject some simple every day rituals into our lives that will ultimately help improve our productivity and the way we operate in our businesses.What you'll learn from this episode:-How to make self-care simple and achievableHow having clear purpose and intention in your business is a game changerHow Tara got over the 'embarrassment' of her career change into business - and how she's thriving 7 years on!Injecting extreme ownership into your business after a cancer diagnosisThe difference between discipline versus devotion - and why sometimes you need to ditch discipline to succeedCurating conversation content that shapes your worldHow breast cancer has shaped Tara's view on business and life - for the betterSHOW NOTES: www.busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast66Happy Listening!FayeX

When it comes to savvy marketing it's important to build a strong database and not just rely on social media to market your business. Which means you need a clear strategy to collect email addresses from your ideal clients otherwise building that database is going to be slow and painful.Sure, you can have a ‘sign-up-for-my-newsletter' box on your website... yawn... but who really wants yet another email in their inbox anyway?!So that brings us to lead magnets.Lead magnets are ethical bribes that entice your ideal customer to hand over their email address in exchange for something you've created that has perceived value in their eyes.Ebook, pdf, planner, worksheet…. All of those are lead magnets.But not all lead magnets are created equal.In fact, I reckon there's a graveyard of lead magnets out there created by well-meaning business women who have lost blood, sweat and tears creating something they thought was super-valuable, just to find that only a handful of people actually wanted it.Which is SO damn frustrating and disappointing!So in this podcast I take you through the 3 must-do's required to create a lead magnet that actually gets traction and creates a consistent flow of new leads into your business.SHOW NOTES: www.busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast65Happy Listening!FayeX

In this episode I want to share with you the lessons I've learned as an Oncology Mum that have overhauled the way I do business today - lessons that you can only get if you've been down the cancer path. Which I don't want you to ever have to do, so today you get the powerful insights without the painful process!

Today I'm celebrating 13 years of making mistakes in business, whoop whoop!Yep, thirteen years ago it was just little old me in my one bedroom apartment (single, footloose and fancy free... but that's another story!), feeling stoked that I had no-one to answer to other than myself.I also had absolutely no idea what I was doing; zero clients on my books; and no plan on how I was going to replace my corporate income and pay the rent...Which seems completely laughable now!Thankfully I ignored my boss at the time who warned me against going solo; and with bucketloads of hope and a very delusional mind, I surged forward proud as punch that I could say I was my own boss - something I had wanted for SO damn long.A lot has gone wrong during those years, and I've never hidden the fact that my business very nearly folded in the early days.So as you can imagine I've learned a lot during that time, so in this episode I'm sharing with you 13 quick standout lessons that I reckon have made a big difference to the way I feel about my business and the results I've achieved.Show Notes: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast63Enjoy!FayeX

You wanna be as productive as possible when you're working, right? Of course you do, otherwise you're wasting your most valuable asset - time.And if you've followed me for a 'lil while, you already know that I looooove talking about time management, but there's one angle when it comes to productivity that doesn't come up much.So today I'm tackling this topic - and it's one that makes SO many people run for the hills or roll their eyes into the back of their heads.Which means I'm setting you a challenge today: stick with this episode! It's short and sweet, and a total game changer if you implement what I'm talking about.Show Notes: http://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast62Enjoy!FayeX

I used to think that if I wanted something enough in my business I could just whip out the willpower and, with enough grit and determination, I'd achieve it.I was very wrong!Contrary to popular belief, willpower isn't sitting in a tap ready to gush out whenever you want or need it - so in this short 'n sweet episode we dive into how to make sure you have enough willpower available to get the important things done in your business that will fuel your productivity and profit.Show notes: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast61Do Less. Achieve More.FayeX

I recently got asked "Is there something that you do EVERY day in terms of marketing that makes a big difference to your sales Faye?".... well, yes there absolutely is!And in this podcast I share with you exactly what it is, and what tools I use to do it.In a sea of marketing strategies, there are some things that can make a HUGE difference to your results, and this one really does have a direct impact on my bank balance - no doubt about it. But it's a strategy that's SO often overlooked and forgotten, which is crazy as it's free to do, super simple and fast to implement, and something you can get started on today!This is a fast and snappy episode that's designed to give you a big dollop of food for thought and awesome value, even if you're short on time... I hope you enjoy it.SHOW NOTES: http://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast60Do Less. Achieve More.FayeX

I've worked from home for nearly 13 years, but all of a sudden I've found myself with two young kids to juggle at the same time too (thanks Corona Virus!). So in this episode I'm sharing with you my top 12 tips to help you be as productive as possible and continue to run your business even with kids in tow.What you'll learn from this episode:Why it's critical to be realistic to save your sanityWhy routine is more important than EVERHow to plan your day to set yourself up for successWhy you need to get out of your 'Mum' clothes to shift your headspaceThe significance of having a dedicated workspace for everyoneWhy self-initiated distractions are your biggest time suck - and how to deal with themHow to work in 'sprints' with your kids so that everyone feels more focused and happyWhy now is not the time to procrastinate and do the houseworkHow to energise your day and make it easier to get the important things doneThe importance of critical conversationsWhy bribery rocks!You can check out the show notes and links mentioned during this episode here: http://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast59I hope you find this episode valuable, and please join me over in the Busy Business Women Facebook Group for more support and guidance to help you manage the juggle!FayeX

As the Corona Virus takes hold, there are naturally a lot of very worried business owners out there right now so in this podcast I share with you my thoughts on how to manage your marketing, mindset and motivation during a time of global crisis.If you're feeling unsettled; are unsure about what to do next to keep your business moving forward; or would simply like a boost in motivation and focus during this tough time, this episode is for you.What you'll learn from this episode:The key lesson I learned from running a small business during the GFC that is super-relevant to this crisisThe importance of having a growth mindset if you want your business to surviveWhy it's key to assess the 'lense' you're looking through as you adapt to running a business during this timeWhy it's critical that you're able to pivot - fastHow to avoid being seen as capitalising on the crisisWhy marketing is more important than ever to your survival; your client's wellbeing and the wider global economyThe significance of thinking collectively and working as a business community rather than having an individual survival mindsetWhy staying productive is so important for profit and progressYou can also watch the live recording of this group coaching session over at the show notes: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast58I hope you find this episode valuable, and please join me over in the Busy Business Women Facebook Group for more support and guidance to help you weather this storm.FayeX

I don't know about you, but LinkedIn has always felt like the unsexy social media cousin of Facebook and Instagram to me, but I also know it's a powerful B2B platform and one that I should probably spend more time on! So I was stoked to welcome Jillian Bullock onto the podcast who is the official one and only LinkedIn Ninja Down Under!Jillian has been the only LinkedIn trainer in the Southern Hemisphere to be recognised as an ‘Independent LinkedIn Expert' by LinkedIn HQ in USA in 2017, and is one of only 12 trainers worldwide to have been recognised up until this point.She's considered to be the Black Belt of LinkedIn training, and has studied this one social media platform for a full 12 months in order to gain her LinkedIn Ninja Certified status.With 25 years of marketing and social media management experience it became clear to Jillian that LinkedIn was the only solution that kicks butt for service-based B2B clients, and in this episode to get stuck into who LinkedIn is really for, and how you can use it to grow your business.What you'll learn from this episode:Why Jillian downscaled her social media management business from 14 staff to 2How becoming super-targeted has helped Jillian's business grow significantlyHow Jillian was involved with Microsoft when they spent $26.2 Billion on LinkedInThe importance of designing and customising your LinkedIn experience so it's not "boring"The types of businesses that get the best results on LinkedInThe biggest mistakes business owners make on LinkedInWhy LinkedIn is NOT a numbers gameWhy your LinkedIn profile is your silent sales personIf you're ready to learn more about this platform; dispel the myth that it's boring, and actually learn how to use it wisely, this episode is for you.Want the show notes? Sure thing .... here you go: www.busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast57Enjoy!FayeX

Natasha Stewart is the strategic powerhouse and mother of four at the helm of the hugely successful 'Business Jump' as well as the booming Facebook Community, Remarkable Business Mums.Nat regularly bares all with her community, sharing stories of not just her learnings in business but the real and raw events that have shaped who she is today, such as an unlawful firing, postnatal depression, two miscarriages, and a twin pregnancy. And weaves within it how she mindfully fell down and put herself back together throughout it all.So in this episode we dive deep into how Nat managed to build a $1Million business in just 18 months, and after 16 years in business juggles kids, a thriving community, and mental health challenges.What you'll learn from this episode:How Natasha reached $1Million in 18 months in her businessWhy business is as much a personal development journey as it is a business journeyWhy it's important to work within your strengths if you want to grow your businessHow playing small in business is one of the biggest mistakes you can makeWhy Natasha is so open about her mental health challengesBuckle up ‘cause this is a goodie!FayeX

Shar Moore is a Multi International Award-Winning Mentor, Author, International Speaker and Founder of the magazine YMag® - and has found success in a dying industry!When others are closing their doors, Shar's taken her digital magazine and successfully turned it into print, which can be found in all of the Qantas lounges across Australia as well as luxury hotels across the globe.I love hearing stories of where women have turned adversity on it's head and succeeded in business, Shar Moore is certainly a shining example of that!She's gone from being engaged at 11 years old and not finishing to school, to an inspirational business woman who helps other women in business gain national exposure so they can create greater impact in the world – something I'm ALL about as you know!What you'll learn from this episode:How to leverage pivotal moments in your life as a springboard to success in businessHow to get up 'one more time' after suffering adversity in businessWhy your 'why' has to be bigger than your kids and family!How Shar turned her digital magazine into a print magazine - and succeeded - in a dying industryThe secret to getting into every Qantas Lounge across Australia - and how this strategy applies to your business.If you're ready to feel inspired and energised about your business, you're going to love this episode.Enjoy!Faye

As small business owners we often find ourselves wearing all-the-hats, but to truly grow your business it's important to stop doing everything yourself and in one way or another form a team - whether that's physical staff in your office or outsourcing to a Virtual Assistant for example. And when that happens you step into new territory - leadership. The way you manage people in your team can make or break your business, so in this podcast I talk to Paula Maidens about building and developing teams in small business, and we get stuck in to how to step up into a leadership role as well as how to delegate and handle icky conversations more effectively.Paula runs two successful and very different businesses - including one of Brisbane's leading yoga studio's - and has been helping small businesses build out and sort out amazing teams for over a decade now (she has 19 staff so she lives and breathe's her own advice!). A former Accountant, Paula know's exactly how to run a profitable business, and in this podcast she shares with us some valuable insights into her life as an entrepreneur and how nailing leadership can help you truly thrive.What you'll learn from this episode:The importance of 'tweaking and trying' in order to improve the profit in your businessHow to get clear on who the right people are for your businessHow to get more comfortable with delegationThe best way to deal with underperforming staffThe biggest mistakes small business owners make when it come to building teamsWhat is a 'correcting conversation' and how can you use it to remove emotion from difficult conversationsEnjoy!FayeX

Confession: I only use Pinterest to check out hairstyles and guinea pig cages! But here's the thing - Pinterest is booming, and it should definitely play an important part in the marketing plans of many businesses.At the end of 2019, Pinterest reported having 322 million monthly active users worldwide, and whilst nearly one third of those users are from the US, the number of users outside the US is growing rapidly. Pinterest gained around 51 million international monthly users in 2019 compared to five million in the US - not numbers to be laughed at hey!So for those hefty reasons, I invited Connie Baker from Integrated Copy onto the podcast to share with us all-things Pinterest and there were lots of Ah-ha moments that's for sure!If you haven't got your head around how to use Pinterest in your business (or if you should) and don't really know where to start, this episode is for you.Enjoy!Faye

I want to be all rah-rah about 2020 because that's what I'm normally like at this time of year - super-motivated and pumped for what's ahead. But for a huge number of people in Australia right now that's not how we're feeling - me included.And even if you're not in Australia, or impacted by the fires, you still might be feeling rather sloth-like as you ease yourself into the new year, lacking the motivation required to get going again in your business after the holidays.So what can you do if you're not wanting to do anything at all?In this podcast I share with you 5 simple steps to help you get your energy up and your mojo engaged again so that you can start making progress in your business.To check out the shownotes head to: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast52Enjoy!FayeX

Almost another year in business done and I've learnt a lot this year!So in this episode I share with you 8 lessons that I've learnt in 2019 that have played an important role in the evolution and growth of my business.Here's what you'll learn....Why you should quit online groupsHow connecting with people without a strategic agenda can be super valuableHow asking for what you want creates enormous opportunityWhy you should always trust you gut when it comes to peopleHow swapping services can suckThe importance of planning if you really want something important to happenWhy smaller numbers are betterHow doing business YOUR way is so critical to successIf you'd like to watch this episode you can check out the Facebook Live I ran below, or join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group and get involved in the conversation there (if you're already a member here's the direct link to the relay.)Enjoy!FayeX

We're at that point in the year when the xmas craziness is starting to creep in and it's easy to…get distracted by all of the shiny-sparkly thingsdecide that the end of the year is nigh and give upor get so overwhelmed by the mounting to-do list that any level of focus and clear thinking in your business goes out the window!How do I know all of this?Because I've done ALL of these things – and more – many times before!But writing off the next 5 weeks isn't a smart move, and you know what?It makes for a stressful end to the year and a wobbly start to the next which is why I've become hell-bent on making sure my December and January are as productive as possible.And remember, being productive isn't about doing MORE… it's actually about doing LESS, and achieving more.An addictive combo!So in this podcast I want to help you get a plan in place to avoid a wobbly end to the year – because there's PLENTY of time left to make great progress in your business AND set yourself up for success in December and January.With that in mind, I share with you 21 things you can focus on that will help boost your business before xmas and make sure you start a brand new decade off brilliantly.And if you'd like to grab a copy of the PDF download so you don't have to remember 21 different things, just click here – no optin required (you're welcome!).Enjoy!FayeXLinksGrab your $1 Shine deal hereDownload your PDF checklist (no optin)

Samantha Meurant is a city girl turned country lady who knows all the good bits AND the tough bits about making a business work out west in SW Queensland.An artist, educator, entrepreneur, storyteller and podcaster from The Rural Compass, Samantha is on a mission raise awareness and support for small businesses in rural areas.In this episode we dive deep into the positive impact small businesses are having on drought effected areas across Australia, how we can all better support rural businesses, and why community over competition is so important in business - regardless of you location.This is an inspiring, thought provoking episode that has something for every business owner, whether you're rural or not.Enjoy!FayeWhat you'll learn during this episode:-The impact women in small business are having on drought effective areas across rural AustraliaHow having a clearly defined niche has allowed Sammy to have a significantly bigger impact through her businessWhy we should all choose community over competitionSammy's top productivity tips for juggling a collection of different business brands along with being a Mum and wifeHow we can all easily and effortlessly support rural businesses betterLinksWebsite: www.theruralcompass.com.auFacebook: www.facebook.com/theruralcompassInstagram: www.instragram.com/theruralcompass, www.instragram.com/samanthameurant Mentions: www.instagram.com/affirmationfarm

Have you ever found yourself wishing you could ‘get it all done' when you look at your to-do list? I reckon we all have!But here's the thing - as business owners we won't EVER get it ALL done. And that's not me being defeatist - it's being realistic.So in this episode I share with you why you need to get rid of the expectation that you can get it all done if you're serious about being significantly more productive and profitable in your business.Enjoy!FayeXIn this episode you'll learn…Why trying to plow through your entire to-do list is a flawed and expensive strategyYou will never have time to do it all - so stop tryingWhat to focus on first when you can't do it allWhy having clear direction in your business will take the pressure away and eliminate to-do list guilt!How to do less and achieve more without stress, burnout or overwhelm

Annette Densham is definitely in her zone of genius when it comes to PR for small business!Over the past 30 years she's written for many well-known Australian and international newspapers and magazines, and she now uses her story telling powers to help business owners just like you and me build rock-solid personal brands that connect brilliantly with our ideal audience!After falling into being a business owner after being retrenched, Annette has taken her business from strength to strength, and her inclusive way of approaching PR has won her many accolades and awards including 2019 Grand Stevie International Business Award and 2018 Grand Stevie Women in Business Award.A businesswoman, a wife, mother, stand-up comedian and avid reader, Annette (a former shy kid) wants nothing more than people to embrace their inner genius and shine in the spotlight and in this episode she shares with us some of her top tips on how to get your business into the media.A super likeable, relatable and inspiring lady, I had an absolute ball talking to Annette and I have no doubt you're going to love listening to her story and brilliant expertise.Enjoy!FayeWhat you'll learn during this episode:-What is PR and how can it help your business growThe biggest mistakes small business owners make when it comes to PRWhy knowing your target market is critical to successful PRHow PR is much more than getting on the TV or in the newspaperThe power of repurposing to build brand recognitionHow subtle social media participation can build the know, like and trust factorWhy business awards are good for your ego AND business successLinkswww.annettedensham.comwww.facebook.com/AudaciousPublicityGenieAgencywww.instragram.com/annettedenshamFree PR session https://www.annettedensham.com/book-online

Branding is about SO much more than your logo, and if there's one person who knows how to build a confidently bold brand it's this lady - Suz Chadwick from The Connection Exchange!Suz is passionate about helping female entrepreneurs play big and brand bold - which she does brilliantly herself - and she's a huge fan of women supporting women, powerful collaboration, and creating savvy businesses that fit the lifestyle you want to lead.With a fantastic energy and zest for life, it was an absolute pleasure talking to Suz about all things branding and business!Enjoy!FayeWhat you'll learn from this episode:The difference between branding and marketingHow Suz has used Instagram Stories to attract more clients in her businessThe top branding mistakes women in business regularly makeWhere businesses go wrong when it comes to being authentic onlineHow to stop procrastinating and keeping yourself busy - but not productive!

It's all well and good dishing out business productivity hacks, but let's be honest - home can really get in the way of getting your best work done at times! It doesn't matter how focused you are in your business - if you haven't got your sh*t together at home those tasks WILL eventually creep in and mess with your mindset and overall productivity. So in this podcast episode I share with you 30 really simple things I do to streamline my life that help reduce my stress levels, fight the frazzle of juggling competing demands, and ultimately allow me to get the important things done in my business instead of being distracted by everyday home life and menial business chores. I hope you love the last one... it's unconventional! >> Check out the show notes and transcript here: busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast45 And don't forget to grab your freebie - The Productivity Playbook™: http://bit.ly/2WmRwcr Enjoy! Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: bit.ly/2FRlPKW . 2. Book a Productivity Pow Wow™ If you're serious about growing and scaling your business, and would like to take the stress and confusion out of what to do next, click here to book your very own 1:1 Productivity Pow Wow™ with me where we'll actually talk, like real humans do, and work out what you need to focus on next to move your business forward. Book straight into my diary here: bit.ly/2VdivBE . 3.3. Join My Shine Tribe for $1! Don't go it alone in the slow lane! Get the knowledge, network and nous you need to build a productive, profitable business that finally allows you to make the money you want without confusion or burnout. Join Shine today for only $1 and see what all the fuss is about without any risk: http://bit.ly/2tnM5ZU

Ryan Bowles knows a thing or two about building super strong Facebook groups... He started out his career as the front man in a successful rock band who were signed by Sony, and during that time he managed to build a phenomenal following with over 40,000 hits to his website in just 7 days, and a loyal and ever-expanding tribe across MSN, MySpace and Facebook. Fast forward to now, and Ryan is the go-to guy if you're serious about leveraging the power of Facebook groups in your business. He's an entrepreneurial creative and the most un-salesy and un-douchey smart marketer I've had the pleasure of meeting,  who knows exactly how to build genuine connection and deliver immersive value to his community and clients - which have been instrumental in his career and business success. In this podcast we get stuck into why Facebook groups really matter and how you can leverage this powerful free tool to build your business. What you'll learn from this episode: ❌ How Ryan went from real-life rockstar to successful entrepreneur and community builder ❌ Why being authentic is overused, and how being raw and real will help you build and leverage stronger communities in your business ❌ How you are only one connection away from taking your business to the next level ❌ Why Ryan deleted his Facebook account with 5,000 friends on it How maximising your personal Facebook account can help grow your business ❌ Why Facebook groups are so powerful at a time when we're supposedly so connected and yet mental health issues are at an all-time high ❌Why Facebook pages are like billboards that your ideal client just drive by whereas groups are like a lounge room that people want to hang out in ❌ The top Facebook group owner mistakes (ouch!) ❌Top 3 tips to help group owners make sure they're spending their time wisely to grow and leverage their group instead of just haemorrhaging time! ➡️For more awesome Facebook Group goodness as well as Ryan's awesome freebie, check out the show notes, video recording and transcript here: busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast44 Enjoy! Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab The Productivity Playbook™ for FREE and discover 4 Simple Steps To Plan A Wildly Productive AND Profitable Day In Your Business! Download here: bit.ly/bbw-playbook . 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: bit.ly/2FRlPKW . 3. Book a Productivity Pow Wow™ If you're serious about growing and scaling your business, and would like to take the stress and confusion out of what to do next, click here to book your very own 1:1 Productivity Pow Wow™ with me where we'll actually talk, like real humans do, and work out what you need to focus on next to move your business forward. Book straight into my diary here: bit.ly/2VdivBE

Money is a topic many people are uncomfortable with and often bury their head in the sand over! But as a business owner it's imperative to get your head around the dollars - both personally and professional - if you're serious about being successful. So in this episode I talk to the incredibly inspiring Natasha Janssens from Women With Cents who went from being a refugee escaping bombing when she was 18, to an award-winning finance expert, author of the  'Wonder Woman's Guide to Money' and successful entrepreneur running two businesses. What you'll learn from this episode: .................................................................. - How Natasha went from being a refugee with no income or support to a successful business woman running two businesses - How financial matters lie at the heart of creating your ideal life, and how money can either help you achieve what you want or take you in the opposite direction - Why mindset is critical when it comes to smart money management - Why women rank themselves as less capable with money and second guess there abilities despite their level of financial literacy - The importance of spending more time on the things that feel uncomfortable - How the small spending decisions you make compound and cause the biggest problems - The impact that being biologically wired to make financial decisions based on emotion can have on you - and your business - How women often talk themselves down in business and create unhealthy financial habits For more juicy money management tips plus an awesome freebie, check out the show notes, video recording and transcript here: busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast43 Enjoy! Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab The Productivity Playbook™ for FREE and discover 4 Simple Steps To Plan A Wildly Productive AND Profitable Day In Your Business! Download here: bit.ly/bbw-playbook . 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: bit.ly/2FRlPKW . 3. Book a Productivity Pow Wow™ If you're serious about growing and scaling your business, and would like to take the stress and confusion out of what to do next, click here to book your very own 1:1 Productivity Pow Wow™ with me where we'll actually talk, like real humans do, and work out what you need to focus on next to move your business forward. Book straight into my diary here: bit.ly/2VdivBE

Social media's a fast moving machine, with developments happening so often it can be hard to keep up! Which is why I was thrilled to have Amy Wyhoon from Sugarpop Social on the podcast recently, talking all things social media, as well as sharing her insights and wisdom from 3 successful years in small business. If you've wondered what it takes to be successful in a highly competitive industry; how to get your social media posts seen by more people, and how to use Instagram stories to grow your business, this episode is for you! What you'll learn from this episode:- --------------------------------------------------- - How you can turn your passion into a fully-fledged business - Why brain-picking isn't OK and how to push back on it - How structure from the start will help your business grow - The importance of valuing your expertise and knowledge appropriately - The 3 different accounts available on Instagram with different features - How time blocking helps Amy keep on stop of social media developments AND juggled a bazillion different balls in her business and life - What having a social media strategy is critical (just posting 'stuff' isn't enough) - Why you should STOP putting hashtags on Facebook unless you want your posts penalised! Check out the show notes, video recording and transcript here: busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast42 Enjoy! Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab The Productivity Playbook™ for FREE and discover 4 Simple Steps To Plan A Wildly Productive AND Profitable Day In Your Business! Download here: bit.ly/bbw-playbook . 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: bit.ly/2FRlPKW . 3. Book a Productivity Pow Wow™ If you're serious about growing and scaling your business, and would like to take the stress and confusion out of what to do next, click here to book your very own 1:1 Productivity Pow Wow™ with me where we'll actually talk, like real humans do, and work out what you need to focus on next to move your business forward. Book straight into my diary here: bit.ly/2VdivBE

Back in the day, sales used to be a bit of a dirty word in my mind.  It was something I really shied away from... But as a business owner it's critical to realise that sales is a fundamental part of your 'job' if you're serious about success, and I know how important that shift in mindset has been for me in my own business over the last decade. So in this episode we talk to Sales Gun Jenny White from True Potential Sales who fully understands the fear that so many small business owners have when it comes to selling.  She shares her own journey from a high-flying corporate sales role to being her own boss; how she productively juggles kids, clients and staff; and the biggest mistakes she seems women in small business make then it comes to selling. What you'll learn from this episode:- --------------------------------------------------- - Why you should get advice early on in your business instead of trying to battle everything by yourself - The importance of understanding what your clients get from you - and what that worth to them - so that you can price yourself properly and stop undercharging - Easy ways to ease yourself into sales without having to pick up the phone and cold call - How sales can be super easy when you're answering a problem your target market has and offering a solution they really need - The importance of being outcome driven and having clear performance indicators so that you can clearly track your progress, sales activity and results - The enormous value in understanding why people are saying no to your offers and how having real off-line sales conversations can  provide critical insights that will help you build your business faster If you're ready to embrace sales in your business, and would love to know how to make selling easy, this episode is for you! Check out the show notes and transcript here: busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast41 Enjoy! Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab The Productivity Playbook™ for FREE and discover 4 Simple Steps To Plan A Wildly Productive AND Profitable Day In Your Business! Download here: bit.ly/bbw-playbook . 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: bit.ly/2FRlPKW . 3. Book a Productivity Pow Wow™ If you're serious about growing and scaling your business, and would like to take the stress and confusion out of what to do next, click here to book your very own 1:1 Productivity Pow Wow™ with me where we'll actually talk, like real humans do, and work out what you need to focus on next to move your business forward. Book straight into my diary here: bit.ly/2VdivBE

12 years ago I left the security of a well paid corporate career to become my own boss... My Big Wig Boss at the time did his best to convince me to change my mind saying... "But you don't have any clients and you won't have any income". Dead right. And I remember Day 1 like it was yesterday. I had no clients. And absolutely zero income. I've come a long way since then but it hasn't all been smooth sailing that's for sure!  So to celebrate my 12th Business Birthday I ran a Facebook live to share with you:- 12 Truth Bombs From 12 Years In Business... That Will Make ALL The Difference To The Smile On Your Dial, and Your Balance At The Bank! Here's What You'll Discover In This Episode: - You will doubt yourself and whether you can do this business building malarky - a zillion times over - Friends and family won't support you as much as you want - Not everyone will like you - and why that's great! - If you don't think you're a sales person you have no place in business - Your ideas won't be unique - and that's OK - People will tell you to outsource and when you do you'll really hate it - If you don't know the numbers in your business you will stuff up! - Why you must get serious about money - You're capable of more than you realise - Sometimes you need to give up - Why you must say no and push back - Relationships will get you further than transactions You can listen to the podcast here - or click the link below to watch the replay video or read the transcript - to discover the 12 truth bombs that have impacted my business significantly - and can help fast-track yours too... Check out the shownotes, video replay and transcript here: http://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast40 Enjoy! Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab The Productivity Playbook™ for FREE and discover 4 Simple Steps To Plan A Wildly Productive AND Profitable Day In Your Business! Download here: bit.ly/bbw-playbook . 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: bit.ly/2FRlPKW . 3. Book a Productivity Pow Wow™ If you're serious about growing and scaling your business, and would like to take the stress and confusion out of what to do next, click here to book your very own 1:1 Productivity Pow Wow™ with me where we'll actually talk, like real humans do, and work out what you need to focus on next to move your business forward. Book straight into my diary here: bit.ly/2VdivBE

Mental health is a topic that's come up time and time again on this podcast, and I'm really thankful that women in business are speaking more openly now about their own struggles with mental wellbeing as we pave the way to reduce the stigma associated with mental health challenges. One lady that is doing this brilliantly is Sharon Chisholm - a Mind Health Coach - who passionately supports the very small end of town and fully appreciates the importance that strength and resilience play in being a successful small business owner. Sharon's an award-winning coach, mental health advocate, counsellor, writer and speaker, and is very open about her own journey and struggles with mind health and mental illness - including being diagnosed with bipolar, and recently featuring on the SBS show 'How Mad Are You?'. It's these experiences that have given her a strong desire to work with others facing similar issues in small business, and in this podcast she shares with us the high's and low's of being her own boss and the challenges so many of us face as we pursue our entrepreneurial goals. Sharon's refreshingly down to earth, wonderfully open, generous with her time and expertise, and bloody funny to boot... so prepare yourself for a lot of laughing - we had a ball recording this episode! Here's What You'll Learn In This Episode: - Why you don't 'overcome' business or mental health challenges - and that's OK! - The importance of focusing on the things that really matter in your business from the very beginning - Sharon's business journey living with Bipolar Disorder and why she'll never recover - Why it's important to work with people who have lived experience and fully understand what you're going through - How to deal with imposter syndrome - How getting to grips with your values can help speed up your business success Check out the show notes and transcript here: busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast39 Enjoy! Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab The Productivity Playbook™ for FREE and discover 4 Simple Steps To Plan A Wildly Productive AND Profitable Day In Your Business! Download here: bit.ly/bbw-playbook . 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: bit.ly/2FRlPKW . 3. Book a Productivity Pow Wow™ If you're serious about growing and scaling your business, and would like to take the stress and confusion out of what to do next, click here to book your very own 1:1 Productivity Pow Wow™ with me where we'll actually talk, like real humans do, and work out what you need to focus on next to move your business forward. Book straight into my diary here: http://bit.ly/2VdivBE

Do you ever want to yawn when you hear yet another business owner saying they're 'authentic'?   Don't get me wrong... authentic is good, but it's so over-used now and is really losing it's impact in marketing. So in this podcast I'm talking all about why I want you to ditch being authentic, and instead embrace 'ugly' in order to attract your ideal clients and build a community that really love what you do. Here's What You'll Learn In This Episode: - Why being rough around the edges is more than OK - The importance of cutting out the competition to free your mind - How honing in on your grade A clients will help you grow your business - Why being unpolished is more personal Check out the show notes and transcript here: busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast38 Enjoy! Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab The Productivity Playbook™ for free Discover 4 Simple Steps To Plan A Wildly Productive AND Profitable Day In Your Business ➡️ The Productivity Playbook™: bit.ly/bbw-playbook . 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: bit.ly/2FRlPKW . 3. Book a Productivity Pow Wow™ If you're serious about building, growing or scaling your business, and would like to take the stress and confusion out of what to do next, click here to book your very own 1:1 Productivity Pow Wow™ with me where we'll actually talk, like real humans do, and work out what you need to focus on next to move your business forward. .

I've got a confession to make... I've totally neglected SEO in favour of social media, email marketing, networking and just about everything else to be honest! But just like building a business, SEO is something you need to invest in consistently over the long-term, and when you do, it can reward you handsomely... which is why I asked the very enigmatic Dorz Brown from Doreen Brown Consulting to join us on the show. Dorz is an SEO expert, and in this episode we talk about her unexpected entry into the world of small business; how she built her client based up swiftly in just 2 short years, and why SEO should be an important part of everyone's marketing plan - regardless of the type of business you run.  We also get stuck into the top SEO mistakes small business owners make, along with Dorz's top networking and productivity tips... and this lady is one super-organised master networker so you're in for a treat! Make sure you check out the show notes here for all of Dorz's details and an awesome freebie: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast37 Enjoy! Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab The Productivity Playbook™ for FREE and discover 4 Simple Steps To Plan A Wildly Productive AND Profitable Day In Your Business! Download here: http://bit.ly/bbw-playbook 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: bit.ly/2FRlPKW 3. Join my Shine Tribe Don't go it alone in the slow lane! Put the spotlight on your business and get the knowledge, network and nouse you need to build a business that booms. Check Out Shine Now: bit.ly/2gmEB6n

Branding is SO much more than your logo and core colours, but if you haven't got your head around the fundamental elements that build your brand it's easy to alienate your ideal customers and turn people off of your product or service! So in this episode we tap into the creative mind of Julia Kuris, founder of Sydney based branding and design studio Designerbility, and discover what some of the common branding mistakes are that she see's small business owners make time and time again.   We also talk branding personalities, common and costly branding misconceptions, as well as productivity, networking, and what to do if you think your brand needs an overhaul. Here's What You'll Learn In This Episode: - Why it's important to have a brand personality for your business - The common misconceptions about what branding is - The top 3 branding mistakes small business owners make - How to create a stronger brand and become more visible - How to be more productive when you've only got small snippets of time to play with Check out the show notes here: busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast36 Enjoy! Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab some free resources Here are some of my favourite free downloads to help you build your business: - ➡️ The Sales Booster Vault™: bit.ly/2xlBYcF ➡️ The Tech Tools Cheatsheet™: bit.ly/2yNezBr ➡️ The SCRUM Productivity Pro Wall Planner : bit.ly/2ulCksY 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: bit.ly/2FRlPKW 3. Join my Shine Tribe Don't go it alone in the slow lane! Put the spotlight on your business and get the knowledge, network and nouse you need to build a business that booms. Check Out Shine Now: bit.ly/2gmEB6n 4. Create Some Biz-Building Chemistry in The Profit Planning Lab™ A smart plan kills confusion, boosts sales, and puts your focus and productivity on steroids - get started in the lab today: bit.ly/2JhpLeV

I put off applying for a business award for nearly 12 years .... oh how stupid I was! After quitting being a cynical old thing, I finally put myself forward for a local business awards and my experience was nothing short of fantastic. So in this podcast I take you through the application process, the interview, the awards lunch and the aftermath, and share with you the good, the bad and the ugly of business awards. Here's What You'll Learn In This Episode: - How an epic application process can build your confidence - The upside to a nerve-wracking interview process - How business awards can improve your profile and brand exposure - What didn't spark join for me during the application process - Why I recommend you become an awards addict Check out the show notes and transcript here: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast35 Enjoy! Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab some free resources Here are some of my favourite free downloads to help you build your business: - ➡️ The Sales Booster Vault™: bit.ly/2xlBYcF ➡️ The Tech Tools Cheatsheet™: bit.ly/2yNezBr ➡️ The SCRUM Productivity Pro Wall Planner : bit.ly/2ulCksY 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: bit.ly/2FRlPKW 3. Join my Shine Tribe Don't go it alone in the slow lane! Put the spotlight on your business and get the knowledge, network and nouse you need to build a business that booms. Check Out Shine Now: bit.ly/2gmEB6n 4. Create Some Biz-Building Chemistry in The Profit Planning Lab™ A smart plan kills confusion, boosts sales, and puts your focus and productivity on steroids - get started in the lab today: bit.ly/2JhpLeV

I bet there's something in your business right now that you've been putting off.   And it's likely that that thing is costing you lost opportunity right now. Which is such a shame as there are so many wasted ideas out there in small business land, never to see the light of day, all because the business owner is waiting for the 'right time' to hit go! The thing is, there will never be a right time.  So in this episode I kick your butt a little, nudge you in the direction of action, and explain how Amazon's Founder Jeff Bezos makes colossal decisions with less-than-perfect information - which means, you can too! Make sure you check out the show notes and episode freebie here: busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast34 Enjoy, Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab some free resources Here are some of my favourite free downloads to help you build your business: - ➡️ The Sales Booster Vault™: bit.ly/2xlBYcF ➡️ The Tech Tools Cheatsheet™: bit.ly/2yNezBr ➡️ The SCRUM Productivity Pro Wall Planner : bit.ly/2ulCksY 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: bit.ly/2FRlPKW 3. Join my Shine Tribe Don't go it alone in the slow lane! Put the spotlight on your business and get the knowledge, network and nouse you need to build a business that booms. Check Out Shine Now: bit.ly/2gmEB6n 4. Create Some Biz-Building Chemistry in The Profit Planning Lab™ A smart plan kills confusion, boosts sales, and puts your focus and productivity on steroids - get started in the lab today: bit.ly/2JhpLeV

Have you ever put up a promo post on social media and then watched the tumbleweed roll as you're sat there wondering why the hell people don't want the awesomeness you've got to offer?! It sucks. Thankfully Melinda Kitto is the Messenging Guru that knows ALL about how to turn those boring posts into drool-worthy promotions that your ideal clients are thirsty for and will actually stop scrolling through their newsfeed to read! Hallelujah! So in this episode we get stuck into how Mel's business has evolved over the years, and how her knack for using words to get results has helped her build a successful business helping women nail their marketing message in a way that cuts through the noise online. SHOW NOTES + VIDEO + FREEBIE: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast33 Buckle up, you're going to love this one! Faye X P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab some free resources Here are some of my favourite free downloads to help you build your business: - ➡️ The Sales Booster Vault™: http://bit.ly/2xlBYcF ➡️ The Tech Tools Cheatsheet™: http://bit.ly/2yNezBr ➡️ The SCRUM Productivity Pro Wall Planner : http://bit.ly/2ulCksY 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: http://bit.ly/2FRlPKW 3. Join my Shine Tribe Don't go it alone in the slow lane! Put the spotlight on your business and get the knowledge, network and nouse you need to build a business that booms. Check Out Shine Now: http://bit.ly/2gmEB6n 4. Create Some Biz-Building Chemistry in The Profit Planning Lab™ A smart plan kills confusion, boosts sales, and puts your focus and productivity on steroids - get started in the lab today: http://bit.ly/2JhpLeV

How often have you found yourself hanging the washing out during your working day? Or stacking the dishwasher instead of marketing or making a sales call? If you work from home it's easy to fall into the trap of doing the household crap when you should be working. And I know one of the reasons you probably got into business is because you want flexibility and freedom to do what you want, when you want. But I'm guess you also want to money too, right? So in this episode I get my ranty-pants on and give some cold hard truths about quitting the household distractions if you're serious about growing your business and improving your productivity. You might hate me whilst you're listening to this, but your business and bank balance will thank me for it later - I promise! Make sure you check out the show notes and episode freebie here: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast32 Enjoy, Faye P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab some free resources Here are some of my favourite free downloads to help you build your business: - ➡️ The Sales Booster Vault™: http://bit.ly/2xlBYcF ➡️ The Tech Tools Cheatsheet™: http://bit.ly/2yNezBr ➡️ The SCRUM Productivity Pro Wall Planner : http://bit.ly/2ulCksY 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: http://bit.ly/2FRlPKW 3. Join my Shine Tribe Don't go it alone in the slow lane! Put the spotlight on your business and get the knowledge, network and nouse you need to build a business that booms. Check Out Shine Now: http://bit.ly/2gmEB6n 4. Create Some Biz-Building Chemistry in The Profit Planning Lab™ A smart plan kills confusion, boosts sales, and puts your focus and productivity on steroids - get started in the lab today: http://bit.ly/2JhpLeV

You know that icky feeling in your belly when someone asks you to work for free? Or when you procrastinate sending out an invoice to a potential client? Or the fact that your income has stagnated... ...well Denise Duffield-Thomas is the woman to help you get over those money blocks, and I was just a little giddy with excitement to have her on the Busy Business Women podcast as I LOVE her work! Denise is a money mindset coach, best-selling author and Australian entrepreneur who teaches people how to make money and create outrageous success. Her books, courses, and live events have helped over 100,000 women worldwide release their money blocks and transform their money mindset. She is also the author of the recently released "Chillpreneur" as well as "Get Rich, Lucky Bitch" and "Lucky Bitch". And she's downright awesome! So in this episode I had a field day asking her all about the power of outsourcing, looking after the Golden Goose in your business, how to get over perfectionism, the art of pricing, how to build a business that actually suits you - and still make money, and how to be true to yourself in business.... amongst many other things! So grab a cuppa, get your pens at the ready to take notes - and enjoy! WANT TO WATCH THIS INTERVIEW + SHOW NOTES? Click here: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast31 Faye X

Have you ever found yourself putting off the tough stuff in your business and delaying important progress time and time again? Yeah, me too! I think we've all been there at some point as business owners, but that's not a good enough excuse to keep procrastinating #sorrynotsorry ! So in this episode I talk about how to get uncomfortable and do the things that will help you make progress so that you can up your productivity and move forward in your business. Here's What You'll Learn In This Episode: - Discover why the things we procrastinate over seem trickier and more time consuming - 3 simple steps to help you take action on the things you've been putting off  - Why it's critical to set a clear timeframe so that you don't make a mountain out of a molehill! Make sure you check out the show notes here: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast30 And if you'd like to improve your productivity be sure to grab a spot on my upcoming free Work Smarter Challenge™ here: http://bit.ly/work-smarter-challenge Enjoy, Faye P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab some free resources Here are some of my favourite free downloads to help you build your business: - ➡️ The Sales Booster Vault™: http://bit.ly/2xlBYcF ➡️ The Tech Tools Cheatsheet™: http://bit.ly/2yNezBr ➡️ The SCRUM Productivity Pro Wall Planner : http://bit.ly/2ulCksY 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: http://bit.ly/2FRlPKW 3. Join my Shine Tribe Don't go it alone in the slow lane! Put the spotlight on your business and get the knowledge, network and nous you need to build a business that booms. Check Out Shine Now: http://bit.ly/2gmEB6n

With 3 kids under 8, award winner Kylie Moffitt decided that wasn't enough of a challenge for her and promptly became the change she wanted to see in the physiotherapy and allied health industry by setting up her own business. Within just 6 months she was thriving, and 4 years later she has a list of accolades under her belt to prove that this energetic dynamo is a force to be reckoned with. But rather than being a ball-buster, Kylie is refreshingly down to earth and connected with what's really important in her life, and encourages her staff and community to follow suit. This episode will inspire you to think about your leadership skills, focus on what you're really good at, and encourage you to be innovative in your industry so that you're able to give your customers what they need so that they love you and keep coming back for more. You'll also want to hang out with Kylie and drink homemade Bailey's with her 'cause she's pretty damn awesome! CHECKOUT THE SHOW NOTES HERE: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast29 Enjoy! Faye P.S. Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Grab some free resources Here are some of my favourite free downloads to help you build your business: - ➡️ The Sales Booster Vault™: http://bit.ly/2xlBYcF ➡️ The Tech Tools Cheatsheet™: http://bit.ly/2yNezBr ➡️ The SCRUM Productivity Pro Wall Planner : http://bit.ly/2ulCksY 2. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - Click Here to join: http://bit.ly/2FRlPKW 3. Join my Shine Tribe Don't go it alone in the slow lane! Put the spotlight on your business and get the knowledge, network and nouse you need to build a business that booms. Check Out Shine Now: http://bit.ly/2gmEB6n 4. Create Some Biz-Building Chemistry in The Profit Planning Lab™ A smart plan kills confusion, boosts sales, and puts your focus and productivity on steroids - get started in the lab today: http://bit.ly/2JhpLeV

None of us want to waste our time trawling Google trying to find the best restaurant, bar, electrician (insert thing you need)... which is why recommendations can be so super-powerful in business. The problem is that most business owners don't have a systemised approach to collecting and leveraging testimonials - they're just being sporadic and winging it. So in this episode I talk about why it's important to have a proactive system in place to hunt, gather and use testimonials in your business, along with 6 important steps to help get you started. Grab the show notes here: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast28 Enjoy, Faye P.S. When you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you grow your business: 1. Join The Profit Planning Lab™ If you're serious about building a bigger, bolder, more successful business this year, and know you need a smart plan to do it, the lab is exactly what you need. Click here for instant access: http://bit.ly/2JhpLeV 2. Grab The Uncomplicate Call™ If you're serious about building, growing or scaling your business, and would like to take the stress and confusion out of what to do next, click the link below to book your very own 1:1 Uncomplicate Call™ with me where we'll actually talk, like real humans do, and work out what you need to focus on next to move your business forward. Click here to book: http://bit.ly/2CjHIWS 3. Join the Busy Business Women Facebook Group We're a fast-growing BS-free group that's all about making the road to dazzling entrepreneurial stardom easier, faster, and a little less crazy - click here to join: http://bit.ly/2FRlPKW

There's a definite art to creating a nurture campaign that your ideal clients are thirsty for and emails that they can't wait to open - something that so many small business owners stress over and struggle to nail. Thankfully this is a space that Shell Higgs from The Funnelry is an absolute guru in so I was thrilled when she agreed to come onto the show and share with us how she got started in business, along with her brilliantly down to earth and refreshingly honest approach to email and online marketing. If you're keen to build a killer nurture campaign that actually creates sales, then you're going to love Shell Higgs and this value-packed entertaining episode! Check out the show notes and FREEBIE here: http://bit.ly/2Cb2eqB Enjoy! Faye

I recently heard a case study about chatbots that made my eyes pop out of my head! If you've ever looked at your email open rates, you'd know that 42% is great. So imagine how happy you would be if you could get an 82.7% open rate? Well that's what's possible with chatbots... With those numbers firmly in mind, I tracked down Elly Hurley who is Australia's #1 authority in Messenger Marketing and Chatbots, and asked her onto the podcast. Aside from being an awesome business brain and an absolute delight to talk to, Elly is also a true expert in this space and shares with us her top tips on how to leverage the power of chatbots in your business (even if you're freaked out by the tech!). If you're keen to make chatbots a part of your marketing plan (and you really should!) this episode is definitely for you! Checkout the show notes and Elly's freebie here: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast26 Enjoy! Faye

Joint ventures can be the fastest way to build a business, but unfortunately most small business owners get them disastrously wrong and simply end up wasting a lot of time drinking coffee and getting nowhere fast! So in this episode I share with you 3 simple steps to help you get started with setting up an effective joint venture that actually creates a pipeline of new leads and potential new clients. Make sure you check out the show notes and freebies here: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast25 Enjoy, Faye

Full confession:  I used to hate creating video's for my business.  I'd do everything to avoid putting my face on camera, and for every video I posted on social media I would have recorded at least a handful of versions trying to 'get it right'!   But whether you like video or not, there's no avoiding the fact that this powerful medium is rocket fuel for your business, with Forbes telling us that 80% of content consumed will be video by the end of next year! So with stats like that, video marketing should be on every business owners marketing plan, and that's why I was thrilled when video coach Jenny De Lacy from The Visibility Coach agreed to come onto the podcast and share some of her video marketing magic with us. If you're keen to harness the power of video marketing in your business, and would love to soak up some tips and tricks to make your video's pack a punch, this episode is for you. Make sure you check out the show notes here for Jenny's fabulous free video training course: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast24 Enjoy! Faye

Until recently I was a kinesiology virgin. And then I met Anna Carson ..... Having heard on the grapevine about a few other very successful business women who work with kinesiologists, I wanted to find out more, and ended up having a fascinating and hugely valuable session with Anna. Anna specialises in working with women in business, so of course I was drawn to her, and in this podcast we get stuck into not only how kinesiology has shaped Anna's career, and her experiences as a business owner, but also how you can harness your energy and intuition to propel your business forward. Be sure to check out the show notes and links to all of the goodness mentioned in this episode here: busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast23 Enjoy! Faye

Can you imagine anything worse in your business than having your entire website, online store and newly created e-course deleted?  Well that's what happened to Jo and Tracey from Additive Free Lifestyle, just as Jo was about to leave her secure paid job to work in their business full-time after they'd been building their business up for the last 2 years! In this frank and open interview, Jo and Tracey share what it took for them to bounce back from disaster to build an incredibly strong brand and amazing community with over 58,000 followers on Facebook and 15,000 on Instagram! If you want down-to-earth advice, a boost in motivation, and an inspiring story to listen to, you'll love this episode. Be sure to check out the show notes and links to all of the Additive Free Lifestyle goodness mentioned in this episode here: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast22 Enjoy! Faye

If you're not getting the results you want in your business it can be frustrating, overwhelming and stressful - and let's face it, none of those emotions help build businesses that boom! So in this episode I share with you 4 thought-provoking questions to help you identify if there's any friction in your business that's holding you back - and how to get rid of it, fast! >> Why You've Got To Listen To Today's Episode

Samantha Payne is one driven and determined business women!  After suffering multiple miscarriages, and realising that the support women needed at this very challenging time simply didn't exist, she decided to be the change Australian women needed, and started The Pink Elephants Support Network. Juggling kids, a career AND a start-up charity, Samantha is proof if that you believe in something enough - and are willing to put in the hard yards - anything is possible. In this heartfelt, open and honest interview, Sam shares with us her own personal journey that was the catalyst to starting her own charity; the challenges she's experienced along the way including how she's funded the network; how she made the transition to work in the charity full-time, as well as how she manages her own wellbeing and mental health working in an emotionally demanding space. This is episode is full of energy, inspiration, and positive gutsy determination that will leave you wanting to pursue your passions and create a business and career you love. You can check out the show notes along with all of Sam's contact details here: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast20 >>> Why You've Got To Listen To Today's Episode

I've got my ranty-pants on in this episode because I'm sick of lazy business owners who expect other people - namely their friends and family - to do their marketing for them! I've seen some rants recently on Facebook from business owners who are disappointed that their friends and family aren't supporting their businesses as much as they'd hoped. And I get that it's disappointing, BUT as a business owner YOU are the one that's responsible for your marketing - not them. So in this episode I set the record straight on why it's important to stop relying on friends and family, and I also share my simple 3-step plan that you can take to regain control of your marketing, even if you don't know how to create more clients and income. You can check out the show notes and episode freebie here: https://busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast/podcast18

Lyndal Harris has been in business for 6 years, and definitely knows a thing or two about how to flourish when her backs up against the wall! When her husband was diagnosed with terminal cancer - at the same time as they were separating - she knew she needed to be there for him along with their children to give him the best opportunity to fight. She also knew she needed to create a consistent income that the family could survive on - which meant making some significant shifts in the way she operated and what she offered to her clients. In this episode Lyndal shares with us the emotional journey she's been on as a mother, partner and business owner, and how she turned her business around to stop selling her time for money so that she could scale her business and create Australia's first V.A. service specifically for podcasters. Lyndal is an inspiring, selfless and very focused woman who talks candidly about how she's navigating the very challenging situation of coping with terminal illness whilst riding the rollercoaster of being a business owner. If you want positivity, inspiration, and words of wisdom from a business woman who has a wealth of experience under her belt, this episode is for you! You can check out the show notes along with all of Lyndal's contact details and links to her free download '10 Step Podcast Launch Checklist' here: - busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast18 Enjoy! Faye

Kate Toon is an award-winning SEO copywriter and SEO consultant with almost two decades of experience in all things advertising, digital and writing. Not only has she worked with big brands such as eHarmony, Curash and Kmart, but she's also helped countless small business owners produce great content and improve their copywriting and SEO. She's also the founder of The Clever Copywriting School and The Recipe for SEO Success eCourse, co-host on the Hot Copy Podcast, presents the Write for Business show for the Dale Beaumont's Brin.ai app, and recently launched The Copywriting Conference - Australia's first dedicated Copywriting Conference. On top of that, she has a refreshingly open and honest approach to sharing the high's and low's of being a small business owner, coupled with a fabulous sense of humour that makes her engaging, entertaining, and down-right fun! I loved every second of this episode, and if you're a woman in small business who appreciates real and raw (with big dose of funny along the way) I know you will too! You can check out the show notes along with all of Kate's contact details and links to her free SEO course 'SEO Nibbles' here: - busybusinesswomen.biz/podcast17 Enjoy!