Female Founders Breaking Boundaries

If you're the visionary leader of your business but have found yourself bogged down with operational tasks for too long, you might find yourself neglecting your role or even forgetting what your role entails. Reclaiming your focus and transitioning back into being the visionary can feel challenging but is essential for the long-term success of your business. This week's episode 105 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about essential activities for high-impact visionaries!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing your job description as the visionary in your business and the tasks you should be doing to drive your business with purpose and direction. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Jennifer Ryan, serial entrepreneur and Co-founder of the app, Croux for creating a tool that works to solve the staffing challenges in the hospitality industry by changing the way people work in shifts. Visionary leaders are responsible for overseeing the vision, collaborations & partnerships, big-picture problems, and culture of the business. Daily activities for visionaries should be centered around strategic direction, talent building, and navigating industry change. Skills and traits that are important for a visionary leader to be successful in their role. What's on my mind: I don't think I am the only one to suffer from productivity guilt and the constant pull to be doing something. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:CrouxBLUEROOTInstagram- @JoinCrouxJennifer Ryan LinkedInRocket Fuel Crystalizer Assessment Kolbe A IndexHRAnswers.orgFFBB: Company Culture and the Newsletter Myth 

I typically find my clients in one of two camps. Either they avoid looking at metrics OR they look at every possible piece of data available. Here at C-Suite Boutique, we prefer to take a middle approach, looking at only the key pieces of data you need as a leader to give you a snapshot of your business without wasting precious time and energy. This week's episode 104 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about the top 10 metrics to pay attention to in your business!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the top metrics you should be focusing on as a leader that, at a glance, are going to tell you the direction your business is headed in. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Karin Andrea Stephan, COO and Co-Founder of the AI-powered mental health platform, Earkick for spreading the message that we don't have to be young or sacrifice our relationships and health in order to become founders.The 10 metrics you as the leader should be focusing on to guage the health of your business.Tips for tracking each metric and what the data can tell you about your business. How to course correct if these metrics are indicating your business is headed in a negative direction.What's on my mind: Finding a way to manage all of the communication I receive from multiple channels throughout the day that expect a response. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:EarkickWe Funder- Invest in EarkickKarin Andrea Stephan LinkedIn

We are constantly striving for improvement here at C-Suite Boutique and one of the ways we practice this is by looking back to see what has been working for us and what's no longer serving us. Although the start of the year is not the only time you should reflect on your habits, it can be a great time to prepare yourself for a successful year ahead. This week's episode 103 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about what's in and what's out for 2024. Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing my ins and outs for 2024 and actionable steps and strategies you can use in your business to pivot on the things that are no longer working and start implementing the things that are going to help your business improve. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating C-Suite Boutique's new integrators, Stephanie Desaulniers and Sarah Hines.  Meeting burnout is OUT, being more intentional with meetings is IN. Making poor hires and not doing anything about it is OUT, putting the right people in the right seat is IN. Having your financial blinders on is OUT, having financial clarity is IN.Setting unrealistic goals is OUT, planning ahead is IN.Wearing too many hats and micromanaging is OUT, delegating and holding your employees accountable is IN.Entrepreneurial burnout is OUT, being a visionary and thinking big picture is IN.What's on my mind: Reflecting back on everything I achieved in 2023. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call 

Does everything in your business feel like an emergency? More often than not, there is no real emergency yet we find ourselves operating in this constant crisis mode. Why? When operating in crisis mode for long enough, we develop a sense of comfort and emotional addiction to the chaos. This familiarity can cause us to unintentionally seek out or create crises in our lives and in our business. This week's episode 102 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about breaking free from operating in constant crisis mode. Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing ways you can combat crisis mode, move from a reactive state to a proactive state, and avoid burnout in the process. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Tricia Timm, a first-generation Latina who rose through the ranks of Silicon Valley advising high-tech companies and being one of the few Latinas to attain the triple achievement of reaching the C-suite, joining the boardroom, and cracking the VC ceiling.The dangers of operating in crisis mode for long periods.Taking a clarity day to take a step back, set aside distractions, and give yourself space.  Lean on your leadership team to identify issues and help resolve obstacles in advance.Formulate a plan B so you can feel ready for anything.How to determine if you're being reactive or proactive. What's on my mind: It is so important to celebrate others' achievements because the sum is greater than the parts. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Tricia Timm- LinkedInTricia Timm- WebsiteEmbrace the Power of You by Tricia TimmA Fresh Wave of Marketing by Casey GromerReactive vs. Proactive Leader

Company culture is not built overnight. It is ingrained into every aspect of your business making sure that everyone on your team is working towards the same goals, feeling satisfied and fulfilled in their roles, and having consistent expectations when they show up to work. And if your company is missing the mark on company culture, it can lead to some very costly employee turnover. This week's episode 101 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about your company culture and debunking the newsletter myth. Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm clearing up some common company culture misconceptions and how some of the methods you might be using to foster a positive company culture might be falling short. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Why we should care about company culture in the first place. The direct and indirect costs associated with replacing an employee. A newsletter isn't the solution to your company culture problems especially when you are saying and doing two different things. Tools we use at C-Suite Boutique to help our clients foster a company culture that is aligned with their values.What's on my mind: Sharing the story of my first deer hunting experience on my quest to try things out of my comfort zone.  Company culture is not something you can put a bandaid on. Your employees are intuitive and as soon as they notice you're saying one thing and doing another, they're going to start looking for a different role. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:FFBB: Why You Need a Business BlueprintFFBB: How to Boost Employee Retention and Productivity 

Bringing someone new onto your team is a significant investment in both time and money. Not only in the financial compensation you give them but in the benefits and the time it takes to onboard and train them. Because of this, it is so important that you take your time when hiring and hire intentionally. And if it doesn't work out it is equally as important to let them go quickly as to not waste additional time and money. This week's episode 100 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about hiring slow and firing fast!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of doing the upfront work it takes to ensure you're hiring an employee that is both aligned with the position as well as the company and actionable advice you can use to hire with intention. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Michelle Maryns, founder and CEO at We Sparkle Co. for creating an all-in-one tool that helps women entrepreneurs in launching and expanding their business.Using quarterly planning, accountability charts, and scorecards to be more intentional about who you're bringing onto your team.Commonly overlooked things that are important to evaluate when it comes to hiring the right person.Knowing when it's time to invest in the development of an employee or let them go.What's on my mind: The life lesson I am still working on is shifting my perspective to accept that good days are still good days, even when they look different from one another. It is worth it to take your time and hire with intention. Not only will it save you time and money, it'll save you the energy it takes to start the hiring process from scratch. CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:We Sparkle Co. Michelle Maryns LinkedInMichelle Maryns InstagramKolbe Assessment CliftonStrengths Assessment FFBB: Tracking and Keeping Score of Your Metrics FFBB: Accountability is Key

Time tracking is a great tool for understanding efficiency. It can be helpful in finding places where you can reduce the time it takes to do certain tasks or reduce the transition time between tasks. Time tracking is NOT the tool to use when determining if your staff is doing what they're supposed to be doing. This week's episode 99 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about why I don't do time tracking!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing an area of frustration that comes up a lot for my clients which is knowing whether or not you're getting what you're paying for from your employees and actionable steps you can take right now to figure out why something is not working and resolve it quickly. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Maureen Werrbach (The Group Practice Exchange), Julie Herres (Green Oak Accounting), and Niki Ramirez (HR Answers) for working together with me to become the powerhouse leadership team you need for your business.The drawbacks of using time tracking to see if employees are doing what they're supposed to be doing. What we can do instead of time tracking to keep our employees accountable.  Determining the most effective KPIs to include on your scorecard.Other factors (outside of the employee's control) that are keeping them from hitting their targets.  What's on my mind: Using timeblocking as a simple way to maximize your time and keep your brain in one lane.Your concerns are valid when something is not working in your business. However, how you handle the solution must be delicate so that you aren't doing more harm than good to employee morale. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:The Group Practice ExchangeHR AnswersGreen Oak AccountingFFBB: Tracking and Keeping Score of Your Metrics FFBB: Accountability is KeyFFBB: Using Time Blocking to Save Your Sanity

It's not often that when you think about bourbon, visual art comes to mind. That's what has made our guests nonprofit so successful. She's married two things that have meaning and have impacted the culture of her community in a way to give back through charity work. This week's episode 98 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about leading a successful nonprofit organization with Morgan Hancock!Morgan Hancock is a commercial real estate agent, entrepreneur, US ARMY veteran, mother-of-two, bourbonista, and passionate advocate of the arts. She is a charismatic force who can completely capture a room, radiating positivity with a disarming demeanor and sharp sense of humor. Bourbon with Heart's mission is to leverage the influence and popularity of Bourbon to raise awareness surrounding Kentucky's art community, provide Kentuckians with better access to first-class arts experiences regardless of age, race, class, gender, or ability -and raise funds for other non-profits. Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!Morgan and I discuss:Why bourbon and art as a nonprofit theme?How Morgan's multiple ventures all tie together. The comparison between ADHD and entrepreneurship.Embracing visibility as a way to advance your goals and visions.Strategies for being a more visible leader.Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH MORGAN HANCOCK: Bourbon with HeartArts and Spirits MagazineFacebookInstagram - Bourbon with HeartInstagram - Morgan HancockCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED:Heaven's Door Bourbon

Perhaps you've done your quarterly planning, your staff understands their accountability, they understand the functions of their role, they have ownership over their responsibilities and yet your inbox is still overflowing with messages and questions from your team. So what gives? Today we're going to dig into why this might be happening even if you feel like you're doing everything to empower people to operate and function autonomously in their roles. This week's episode 97 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about how to keep your staff out of your inbox!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of holding regular team meetings as well as one on one meetings so that everyone feels supported and a blueprint of what these meetings should look like. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Sarah Evans, founder and CEO of Well Beyond and Well Aware, for being a changemaker in the way water projects are executed and paving the way by implementing sustainable and clean water solutions for impoverished communities around the world. Why I will always be in favor of and recommend holding regular team meetings. What your one on ones with team members should look like to ensure they feel supported towards the business goals. What's on my mind outside of business: Supporting and highlighting an old classmate of mine who started a movement to raise money for veterans in crisis. I'm curious. Are you already holding one on one meetings with your staff and if not- do you think this is something that you are going to be implementing?Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonate with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:IG @sarahawareWell Beyond WaterYouTube- Dallas thee Voice1:1 Meeting Agenda 

There seems to be a lot of confusion for founders when deciding which position to hire next to support them in the business. This week, we will discuss the difference between an integrator, a DOO (director of operations), and an Executive Assistant. We'll also discuss what point you'll need to hire someone for these positions. This week, episode 96 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries asks if you are ready for an integrator!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of knowing who you need to fill certain roles in your company and actionable steps you can take right now to hire the right person for that role. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:What is an integrator and what does it do? The role of a director of operations. The role of an executive assistant. Knowing when to hire for an EA, DOO, or Integrator.When you are a good fit for an integrator.Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonate with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the abovementioned points.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call 

We have a retention issue. Our good, hardworking people are leaving. The first thought tends to be that we must have a company culture issue, but it actually goes well beyond that. We spend time trying to add things to improve company culture, but it doesn't create an environment that makes our employees feel appreciated. The truth is this–if you want to keep people, you must stop exhausting them. This week's episode 95 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about how to boost employee retention and productivity!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of addressing the real issues behind employee productivity and efficiency struggles. I also share some actionable steps you can take to support your team to be more efficient and productive. I'm covering: Examples of real-time struggles for small businesses.The impact burnout has on our teams and businesses.Understanding the difference between the team's busy work and intentional work.How to prioritize intentional work.Measuring the capacity of your team to help facilitate all of this.Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED: Ep 45: Tracking and Keeping Score of Your Metrics

There's a lot of fear and overwhelming for business owners because of the current climate of the economy and impending recession. The recession doesn't affect all of us the same way and this is something we definitely learned during the pandemic. The best thing we can do is to see how far forward we can look in the market, economy, industry, etc., and do our best to predict what will happen. This week's episode 94 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries includes tips for maintaining your business during a recession!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I share the importance of preparing our businesses for the down economy so we aren't feeling as stressed or making poor business decisions. I'll go through some actionable steps you can take right now to be proactive instead of reactive. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:The importance of focusing on the fundamentals during a recession.How a recession can impact your business. Why you need to get really friendly with your finances.The importance of having the right people in the right roles.How to use the information available to you to be proactive instead of reactive. Simple ways to support your team in times of stress. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonate with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the abovementioned points.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call 

A lot of my clients find themselves with team members who are really good at doing the tasks within their role but they are not good at owning the bigger milestones or goals those tasks play into. This week's episode 93 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about what could happen when you enforce accountability!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!Some of the things I cover in this episode are:What it means to actually hold people accountable for the functions and processes within their role.  How to implement accountability into your business and how to avoid the growing pains that will inevitably come up when doing so. What happens when accountability becomes a foundational part of your business. Implementing accountability systems and then actually holding people accountable is not easy. It takes time. But when it happens, you're able to move the needle closer to your goals. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:FFBB Ep 43: Tracking and Keeping Score of Your Metrics

One thing I see happening across the women-led companies I work with is that they have reached a place where they realize they can't manage all of the people anymore so they have to start filling some leadership or management roles, either internally or externally. And what is happening when they fill these roles is that they are finding that they are not getting the desired effect and the work still isn't getting done. This week's episode 92 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about leading vs. delegating vs. doing!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing how you can pinpoint why things aren't getting done in your business and actionable steps you can take right now to transition your leadership team from delegating and doing into leading and growing. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Emily Soloby, host of the Hazard Girls podcast, co-owner of AAA School of Trucking, recipient of the 2021 EWI Empowering Woman of the Year award and so much more for creating Juno Jones, a shoe line that meets both safety and style standards. Signs your leadership team is delegating instead of leading. Why the work your team is doing should be outcome-based instead of task-based.On my mind outside of business: My bucket list hiking trip to Utah I encourage you to take a look at the people who are in those elevated roles in your business and ask yourself are they leading, or are they delegating or simply doing the tasks themselves. Because ultimately, we need our leaders to be leading. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Juno Jones ShoesJacket Media Co. Hazard Girls PodcastEmily Soloby LinkedInLittle Words Project 

There was a point in time where it clicked for me that the entrepreneurial operating system (EOS) was not geared toward the women entrepreneurs who are shouldering the home responsibilities while running their business, but rather to the male counterpart who are encouraged to work long hours and travel away from home. That's why episode 91 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about why I don't drink the Kool-Aid (in regards to EOS)!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Melissa Wirt, founder of Latched Mama for creating breastfeeding safe clothing and for supporting working moms before and during the pandemic. Where the EOS system lacks in taking account the wats in which women specifically need to approach and run their business. How I created my business to fill the gaps and give women entrepreneurs the flexibility they require. How I approach programs and frameworks within my own business and with my clients. What I actually like from EOS and what i think they are still missing.CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInWork with Casey Gromer! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Latched MamaEosworldwide.comEpisode 17: Boundaries Holding Women Entrepreneurs Back  Episode 38: Foolproof Your Business Plans

I cannot stress enough how important it is to bring the right people into your business that understand the expectations of the role they are being hired for. It can be incredibly frustrating and a waste of time when you hire someone who waits around for their hand to be held and to be told what to do. This week's episode 90 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about how to build a team who “gets it.”Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of building a team that understands and has the ability to own their role and actionable steps you can take right now to find the right people that are the right fit. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Whole30's Melissa Urban for her new book, The Book of Boundaries, which encourages people to set and hold their own boundaries so they can set the limits that will set them free. What it looks like when you hire someone that understands the expectations of their role.How hiring someone who is able to own their role will help your business grow and succeed. My framework for finding the gaps in your business and filling those gaps with the right candidates. My thoughts on reframing how we view neurotypical thinkers and leveraging their creative minds to come up with new ideas and solutions in business. When you have a team who “gets it” they don't need to be told what to do because they already know what to do. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Instagram- Melissa UrbanThe Book of Boundaries by Melissa UrbanEpisode 39: Accountability is KeyEpisode 83: Using Job Descriptions to Attract the Right Talent 

Change is inevitable and sometimes it comes without us asking for it so instead of fearing change, we must embrace it and ask ourselves what we can start to do differently to not only survive but to thrive through this time. This week's episode 89 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about staying flexible through failure!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Virginia Frischkorn shares how her app Partytrick acts as a “planner in your pocket” to help you make your aspirational event vision attainable. She also shares insight and advice on how to “fail forward” in business. Some of the things Virginia and I cover in this episode are:Taking inspiration from our kids as a reminder to stay curious and dream bigger. How Virginia took her knowledge of event planning and turned it into something anyone can use to create a curated and cohesive event without the overwhelm. What Virginia learned from her first failed launch and what she approached differently the second time around.Advice for leaders building their own companies. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonate with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH VIRGINIA FRISCHKORN:Website*Use promo code FFBB for 3 FREE months of PartytrickTikTokInstagramFacebookLinkedInPinterestCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call 

I've recently had an influx of clients feeling frustrated that their business tasks are not getting done and their business is failing to move forward because of it. More often than not I am finding that it is not a matter of ill-fitting employees but rather a lack of accountability. This week's episode 88 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about why stuff is not getting done!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of setting up systems of accountability within your business and actionable steps you can take right now to get your team members on the same page and contributing to the growth of the business. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Jeneva Bell, founder of Ruggable for changing the game and providing a solution for your rugs to clean easier and last longer. Using the accountability chart to assign responsibility to the major functions of the business. Scheduling quarterly meetings to map out where you want the business to go and how everyone can work together to get it there. Implementing weekly leadership meetings to check the progression of goals and identify potential obstacles standing in the way. My thoughts on making sacrifices the sacrifice of our lives in order to get to the top. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Ruggable Jeneva Bell- LinkedInEp 39: Accountability is KeyEp 82: Managing Your Business Operations with Kaci Ackerman

Starting a business comes with its own set of obstacles but starting a taboo business is often met with pushback and disapproval. Today's guest proves that despite these added challenges, perseverance and persistence can ultimately lead to success. This week's episode 87 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about persisting through a taboo launch!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Nancy Jarecki shares how she started (& sold) her taboo business, despite the criticism of others and setting the example for what you can accomplish when you focus on your product and believe in yourself. Some of the things Nancy and I cover in this episode are:How Nancy saw the demand for a product and turned it into something safe and effective for its users. The extended challenges and obstacles that you might face when launching a taboo company. Protecting your brand against copycats. How Betty Beauty expanded their product line to their male audience after the success of their original products. Making your business attractive and saleable to potential buyers.Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH NANCY JARECKI:Betty BeautyFacebookBetty Beauty on Jay LenoCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call 

When we bring on team members, they are bringing value into the business and in order for us to attract and retain them, we must provide value in return. Rewards structures are just one way we can provide that value and motivate employees to help the company reach its goals. This week's episode 86 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about misplaced reward structures - rewarding for performance that drives unethical activity!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing how you can go beyond hourly and salary wages to reward employees financially and actionable steps you can take right now to be specific on the guidelines for your rewards to avoid unethical activity. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Melanie Perkins, founder of Canva, who, despite being rejected by 100 venture capitalists in her startup phase, turned her idea into a 26 Billion dollar company. Deciding if an hourly wage or a salary wage is the right fit for your employees. What offering bonuses, profit sharing, or equity compensation might look like in your business. The benefits of having a rewards structure in place and how you can match your rewards structure to very clear, specific outcomes. My thoughts on the messages I told myself about what I could and could not do that held me back (& what I am doing to make sure my kids don't do the same).When you have a well-crafted rewards structure in place, even if your employees aren't 100% motivated by money, you're going to encourage the right type of activity that gets you closer to your goals. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Melanie Perkins LinkedInCanvaEp. 16: Using Time Blocking to Save Your SanityEp. 39: Accountability is KeyEp. 33: A Simple Strategy to Pay Yourself First

Not every business owner can do all the tasks their business requires without burnout. This brings up the opportunity to find out what type of person you might need to fill these gaps and bring your strengths together to thrive. That's why episode 85 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about Integrator / COO / DOO / OBM - What's the difference and which do you need right now?Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of understanding these different roles and actionable steps you can take right now to start to fill the position you need that will drive your business forward. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Katalin Karikó, the biochemist from Hungary whose perseverance led to a major contribution to today's COVID vaccines.   The differences between an integrator, a COO, a DOO, or an OBM- how they overlap one another and how they can help your business in different ways.Questions to ask yourself to better determine which one of these positions is right for your business at the current moment.Talking about cancel culture and how it ties into the consumer's choice to support the businesses they believe in.Keep challenging those stale, outdated, and inflexible business practices and embrace these new ways of achieving success that leaves room for your life in the process. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern business woman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODERocketfuel by Gino Wickman and Mark C. Winters

Gone are the days when it was discouraged to talk about our personal lives, feelings, and overall well-being in the workplace and although it has been difficult to reverse some of our toxic habits, we at least understand there is a correlation between mental health and productivity. This week's episode 84 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about banishing toxic workplace culture!  Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Lindsay Recknell shares the importance of implementing proactive, not reactive benefits plans so that we can disrupt the negative thread of toxicity in the workplace through mental health and self-awareness. Some of the things Lindsay and I cover in this episode are:What is emotional intelligence, how it shows up in the workplace, and how you can use it to become a better leader. The impact that self-awareness has on us as leaders. Flexible and creative ways you can implement mental health support in the workplace. Being a conscious leader by creating a culture that values boundaries and reverses the generational leadership habits that are keeping us stuck. I think we can all agree that prioritizing mental health and practicing self-awareness and emotional intelligence is the key to a more productive workforce that translates to business growth and increased profits. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH LINDSAY RECKNELL:Paradigm Corporate WellnessMental Health for Leaders PodcastMental Health Skills Training CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Mental Health for Leaders: Eliminating Toxic Leadership with Dr. Kevin Sansberry IIMental Health for Leaders: Empathy in the Workplace with Karla McLarenFFBB: Creating a Results-Oriented Company Culture

Your job description is the front line marketing tool that is going to attract candidates into the role you are hiring for but if you're following traditional job description frameworks, you may be attracting talent that looks good on paper but doesn't end up working out in the long run. This week's episode 83 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about using job descriptions to attract the right talent!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing why having a well ironed out job description is so important when it comes to both attracting and retaining employees and actionable steps you can take right now to shift your job descriptions so that your applicants can picture themselves in the role or self-select out of the process. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating  Emily McCarthy, co-founder of GORUCK for bringing the principles of special forces together with functional fitness and building a community around the idea of pushing your mind and body beyond what you think is possible. Where a traditional job description may be lacking when it comes to focusing on the things that actually matter. What to include in your job descriptions so you can start attracting the right talent. The importance of including traits vs. skills on a job description. Using your job description to come up with the interview questions that are going to allow the applicant to demonstrate that they are a good fit for the role. My thoughts on how the difference between being nice and being kind intertwines with setting boundaries and the #MeToo movement. I encourage you to take time to go back and look at the job descriptions you are putting out there and make the necessary changes that will help you start attracting high-quality candidates. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:GORUCK Emily McCarthy- LinkedInEpisode 39: Accountability is Key

As female entrepreneurs, we are often balancing so much more than our male counterparts, and therefore, require much more free time and flexibility in our schedules in order to manage it all. Luckily for us, a project management system can do just that. This week's episode 82 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about managing your business operations!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Kaci Ackerman shares how she helps CEOs transform the way they manage their business through an effective project management system using ClickUp and actionable steps you can take right now to implement a project management system that works for you. Some of the things Kaci and I cover in this episode are:The benefits of implementing a project management system for everyone, no matter their position in the business. How ClickUp (and similar project management systems) allows the CEO and leadership team to pull themselves out of the day-to-day tasks and re-center their focus on the bigger picture. The ways in which ClickUp can help you free up time by cutting down meetings, time spent following up, integrating automation, and frankly, cutting out unnecessary work.Tips in getting started implementing a project management system that grows with you and your business needs. Our number one goal is to give you the life of time freedom and allowing you to spend your working hours on the things that actually matter to you and your business goals. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH KACI ACKERMAN:WebsiteInstagramFREE ClickUp RoadmapCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:FFBB: No More Team Meetings That Could Have Been Emails 

We talk often about how difficult it is for women entrepreneurs to obtain funding so when we come across someone who was successful and can act as a champion for us all, we must value what we can learn from them. This week's episode 81 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about breaking venture capital glass ceilings!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Lindsay McLean is sharing how she secured an impressive amount of venture capital for her business idea and actionable steps you can take right now to advocate for the funding to get your own ideas off of the ground. Some of the things Lindsay and I cover in this episode are:How Home Lister is disrupting the real estate market by giving sellers the control of selling their own home with the support of a brokerage team leading them along the way.Lindsay's experience obtaining venture capital in a market where women have a challenging time getting funded. The ways in which investors provide value to your business far beyond the financial support and what to look for in finding investors aligned with your goals. Advice for women entrepreneurs actively seeking venture capital. There are so many obstacles in every new startup, finding venture capital being only one of the many, but what is important is that you just keep going, no matter what comes your way. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH LINDSAY MCLEAN:Home ListerLinkedInCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call 

Whether you're going through a divorce or any other significant life change, there are so many factors that take a toll on your overall well-being. More often than not, we prepare for the physical things but it is also so important to give yourself the space to manage the emotional side as well. This week's episode 80 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about thriving through divorce as an entrepreneur!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Amber Hawley shares how the emotional side of divorce impacts your business and actionable steps you can take right now to protect your emotional well-being while keeping your business afloat. Some of the things Amber and I cover in this episode are:The emotional impact that a big life change can have on our business. How to navigate the grieving and healing period of any big life shift. When and how to give yourself grace if you are struggling emotionally. How to prepare your team and plan your business around the rollercoaster of emotions that are impacting your work. Whatever you're feeling is not forever so in the moment, learn to give yourself space on your calendar and grace in your life and with your expectations of yourself. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH AMBER HAWLEY:WebsiteThe Easily Distracted Entrepreneur PodcastInstagram @mybizbestie LinkedinCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:FFBB: Protecting Your Business Through Divorce with Hannah SmolinskiFFBB: An Easy Button for Easily Distracted Entrepreneurs with Amber Hawley

As women, there are countless systemic boundaries, both of which to some extent we can and cannot control, standing in between us from achieving success as an entrepreneur. Believe it or not, after 60+ episodes, this is still happening. That's why this week for episode 79 of the Female Founders Breaking Boundaries podcast, I am rereleasing one of my most popular episodes where I discuss the systemic boundaries that are holding women entrepreneurs back!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of understanding the systemic obstacles in our way, both spoken about and not, and tools you can use right now to take small, simple, and actionable steps to break these boundaries and move past them. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Eve Rodsky author of the book Fair Play and her work on the problem of the unpaid invisible work that women have shouldered for far too long. Where the child care crisis stems from and how it is impacting mothers unfairly. Women holding the position as the “default parent” and the mental and invisible workload that leads to exhaustion and constant burnout. The obvious (and not so obvious) places women are undervalued in the workforce. The uncomfortable mindset that women carry around money causes them to undervalue their work and become less likely to find and secure money for their businesses. The lack of support women receive both in the home and in their professional industry. Small steps to start implementing today in order to move past these boundaries and reshape the future of women entrepreneurs. Discussing our society built on building up men by riding on the backs of women's unpaid labor.  There are endless boundaries that hold women entrepreneurs back but I encourage you today as always, to go out there and break those boundaries. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://c-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Fair Play book by Eve RodskyEve Rodsky WebsiteNo One's Coming to Save Us Podcast Episode with Eve Rodsky

We have evolved so much consciously over the last 5 years alone that we cannot use the same strategies we have been using and expect them to work anymore. People are craving transparency and authenticity. This week's episode 78 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about a new age of marketing!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Sarah Santacroce shares the importance of breaking out of the status quo that is traditional marketing and actionable steps you can take right now to market in a way that makes both the seller and the buyer feel good. Some of the things Sarah and I cover in this episode are:How Sarah's upbringing led her to want to market differently and played into the values she practices in her business.  Comparing traditional marketing methods to the methods Sarah and I use with our own clients. How you can flip these traditional marketing practices and use them in a more humane and nurturing way.The differences between marketing and selling from a marketing perspective. Sarah's approach to the sales funnel that gives the power back to the client. The 7 P's of humane marketing.If you've practiced marketing in a way that left you feeling icky before, we've all been there! It was something we were taught we should do BUT there are other practices that work just as well and won't leave you feeling guilty about how you made the sale. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH SARAH SANTACROCE:WebsitePodcastLinkedInOne Page Marketing PlanBook #1 and #2CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Humane Marketing: The Difference Between Vision, Mission and Passion with Casey GromerA Fresh Wave of Marketing by Casey Gromer FFBB: Could You Outsource Your Sales? With Nikki Rausch 

At the end of the day, you're either going to pass your business down as a legacy brand, you're going to close it down or you're going to sell it but no one talks about exit strategy as much as they should. We're only ever focused on growing and scaling, not what happens after we grow and scale. This week's episode 77 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about selling a business!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Julie Ball shares some subscription box basics and actionable steps you can take right now to create an exit plan for selling your business. Some of the things Julie and I cover in this episode are:Why subscription boxes are great for both the business owner and consumer. Things to consider before shifting into a subscription-based business model.How Julie started her subscription box business for women entrepreneurs and what led her to ultimately sell it.Using a business broker to sell your business with ease. Dropping the guilt around selling your business, even if you're the face of the brand. Get very clear on what your version of success looks like right now and take the necessary steps to get you there. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH JULIE BALL:Subscription Box BootcampSubscription Box Basics PodcastSubscription Box Basics BookCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Built to Sell Biz Buy Sell Sparkle Hustle Grow Subscription Box

Toxic positivity stems from the corporate environment fueled by greed and power, no matter the cost. Unfortunately, this has been going on for so long that we have adopted this mindset as standard practice in the workplace and it is up to us as entrepreneurs to make a change. This week's episode 76 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about creating a results-oriented company culture!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing what it means to have a results-orientated company culture and actionable steps you can take right now to approach productivity in your company in a healthy way. Some of the things I cover in this episode are: Celebrating Allison Robinson, founder of the Mom Project for connecting women with flexible job opportunities and creating doorways for women to enter back into the workforce. Examples of what toxic productivity and promoting hustle culture might look like. What to look for in your own business as signs that you may be focusing on the wrong things. Steps you can take to move towards becoming a results-oriented workplace. The beneficial impacts of operating as a results-oriented workplace My deep thoughts on the book ban list.   I want you to think about your business, how you're operating and functioning as a team, and if there are any changes you could incorporate into the short or long term that will shift the mindset from what am I doing today to what results am I getting today.Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:The Mom Project Marshall Plan for MomsGirls Who CodeEpisode 45: Tracking and Keeping Score of Your Metrics 

The majority of women I work with have some element of social impact engrained in their business whether they know it or not. It is so valuable to not only run your business in a profitable way but in a way that generates change. This week's episode 75 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about using your business to be the change!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Stephanie Malon-Rufi shares how she supports businesses in creating positive change in the world and actionable steps you can take right now to have a quality, profitable business while also making an impact. Some of the things Stephanie and I cover in this episode are:What social impact means and how it might show up in your business. Understanding the full picture of what a socially impactful business looks like both from a financial perspective and from the bigger, community-centered perspective. What you can do as a business owner to become more socially responsible. Balancing an impactful and quality business. Reframing this idea that profit is a negative word. I challenge you to just sit down and think of all of the ways you are already making a positive impact in your business that you may have not thought about and use that to get inspired and figure out where you can take that to the next step. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/  CONNECT WITH STEPHANIE MALON- RUFI:Spark Good   Social Change Leaders PodcastLinkedInInstagramAm I Using My Business as a Vehicle for Social Change QuizCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Lean Impact by Ann Mei Chang 

As integrators, not only are we creating scorecards to keep your team accountable but we have our own scorecard to keep us on track to what we committed to doing for the company and track our own progress towards your goals. This week's episode 74 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about yes, even integrators are held accountable!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of using a scorecard to lay out who is responsible for what and actionable steps you can take right now to use our scorecard template to keep everyone on your team accountable, even your integrators. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Alex Batdorf of Get Sh!t Done, a venture-backed serial entrepreneur who works as a strategy coach to help female entrepreneurs get sh*t done. Knowing the profit goal, tracking progress towards this goal, and generating reports to show the financial status of the company. Setting the right goals for the business to continue advancing towards the future vision and using milestones to break the goal up into smaller, easier tasks. Knowing the outstanding to-do items from the team and overseeing that these tasks get completed.Creating scorecard metrics for the team themselves. My deep thoughts on the Finnish Prime Minister, Sanna Marin, who has been scrutinized for “partying too much” and thus, lessening her professionalism by leading a normal life. As an integrator, if we're keeping on track with our own scorecard, your team will be on track with theirs and the business will be growing, scaling, and achieving its goals. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Scorecard TemplateGet Sh!t DoneGet Sh!t Done AcceleratorMistakes Not to Avoid with Kristen Carbone No More Team Meetings That Could Have Been Emails 

You may want the CEO title because of the status it holds, however, when you start to break down the roles and responsibilities of a CEO, you may uncover that you fit best as the visionary of your business. This week's episode 73 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is part 2 of are you a visionary or a CEO?Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of understanding your role in your business and doing the tasks associated with it and actionable steps you can take right now to figure out where you may need to fill in the gaps of your business and hire the right person for the right role. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Karen Cahn of ifund women for bringing investors and women owned businesses together in a marketplace for coaching, support, and access to capital and connection. Announcing that C-Suite Boutique has officially become an approved partner of ifund women and will be providing support to women owned businesses. A few misconceptions about being a CEO and why you may not actually want that title. The innate abilities a CEO must have in order to succeed. What you need to know in order to hire the right integrator or another leadership role into your business. My deep thoughts (& acknowledgments) to Patagonia for putting ownership of the company into the Earth's hands by creating a trust to combat climate change. Before you hire, it is important to know how much help you need and in what areas you most need that help and as always, we are more than happy to sit down with you to figure that out!If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Ep 1: What is the Difference Between a Visionary and a CEO?Ep 3: Do you Need an Integrator, COO, DOO, or OBM?Karen Cahn Ifundwomen.comMaintenance Phase PodcastKeystone Integrator Continuum 

When your business is something you built on your own from the ground up, it can be scary going through a divorce and having part of that potentially taken from you. This is a pattern I am seeing a lot from my clients coming to me for help through their divorce. This week's episode 72 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about protecting your business through a divorce!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Hannah Smolinski shares the importance of looking at your business from a protective lens and actionable steps you can take right now to increase your financial literacy and protect yourself in all instances that may come up. Some of the things Hannah and I cover in this episode are:The ways in which a divorce might impact us and our business. Some of the factors that go into a formal business evaluation and determining if it is necessary. What options you have to protect your business from the negative impacts of divorce. The importance of financial literacy and where to start in understanding your joining financial situation. How to protect your own well-being during a divorce and advice for moving forward when the divorce is done.  No matter what type of situation you are in, it is hugely important that you have a backup plan to protect yourself and your business for whatever might come up.Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH HANNAH SMOLINSKI:WebsiteYouTubeLinkedInEmail: hannah@claracfo.comCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:FFBB: Why You Should Consider Working with a CFO with Hannah Smolinski

Whether you're leading a team of employees, freelancers, or even working with vendor partners understanding how the brain reacts to change will help you communicate better with everyone you interact with. This week's episode 71 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about what your employee needs and can't tell you!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Melina Palmer shares how every interaction we have falls in a line of change and actionable steps you can take right now to change the way you approach and react to change in order to better communicate with your team. Some of the things Melina and I cover in this episode are:Help people to be more passionate about the work they are doingQuickly highlighting her first book: What Your Customer Wants and Can't Tell YouBreaking down the “it's not about the cookie framework” as it applies to pricing and change management. What is quiet quitting and how you can look at your team culture and retain employees. How to approach tough conversations with your employees. When tackling these conversations always remember that change is all about you but it has nothing to do with you. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH MELINA PALMER:WebsiteThe Brainy Business PodcastBooksGet Your Free Chapters HereInstagramLinkedInCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Negotiate Anything PodcastHow to Have Difficult Conversations About Race by Kwame Christian Fierce Conversations by Susan Scott

As a leader myself, I take personal responsibility when a team member of mine is not performing and ask myself where I may have dropped the ball or what tools or resources have I not provided for this person to be successful. There comes a time, however, where I also have to consider if it isn't me but rather it is time to stop investing in the employee. This week's episode 70 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about knowing when to let a team member go!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of supporting your team members that are willing and able to continue contributing to the company. I also talk through how you can use the methods outlined in this episode to determine if it might be time to stop investing time, money, and resources into a team member. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Lauren Chamberlain, a decorated athlete and now commissioner of the women's professional fastpitch association for appearing nude on the cover of ESPN's body issue magazine to represent athletes and individuals of all body types. How to use the conscious competence matrix and the “gets it, wants it, has capacity” model to identify if working with a team member on their pain points will resolve performance concerns. Breaking down the “hire slow, fire fast” phrase and how this can help your business. Letting your tools (systems and processes) speak for themselves when it comes to letting someone go.My thoughts on trusting your gut.If it becomes clear to you that improvement is not going to happen, let the employee go immediately. Keeping them on is not only doing a disservice to your business but to that team member as well.  If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Laurenchamberlain.comLauren Chamberlain IGFFBB: Are You Operating in Your Zone of Genius?FFBB: Accountability is KeyFFBB: Should You Hire to Hit Your Goals?Stacking Your Team Podcast

When it comes to running your business, the mistakes you make and the lessons you learn are going to be the stepping stones for you to grow within yourself and help others do the same. This week's episode 69 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about mistakes not to avoid!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Kristin Carbone is sharing the importance of collaboration over competition and actionable steps you can take right now to network with your community, ask for help, and get your great idea off the ground. Some of the things Kristin and I cover in this episode are:How Kristin's company works to improve the quality of life for breast cancer patients even after the cancer is gone. Understanding how your product can solve pain points in other communities and expanding on that. The power of networking, even if you don't think your network is in alignment with your goal- you may be surprised. Recognize your weaknesses and be open to asking for help.Asking for and receiving criticism. When it comes to the communities we serve, it is never a competition but rather a collaborative effort to improve the quality of life for all that we serve. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH KRISTIN CARBONE:WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookLinkedInCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Female Founders Breaking Boundaries: The Perfect Pitch Strategy For Visionary Leaders with Angie TruebloodBlue Ocean Strategy

As a visionary, you may have a difficult time articulating the vision you have for your company. Because of this, it is so important to keep open communication with your 2nd in command so they can see the same picture of the vision as you and execute accordingly. This week's episode 68 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about staying in alignment with your vision!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of developing and strengthening the relationship you have with your 2nd in command and actionable steps you can take right now to use the method I use with my clients to connect regularly and remain on the same page with one another. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Cara Belvin, founder of empowerHER, a non-profit organization that mentors and supports girls who have lost their mothers.  Examples of what a 2nd in command might look like in your business. The benefits a monthly check-in call can have not only on the relationship you have with your integrator but the business as a whole. The key areas you should be focusing on during your check-in calls. What can happen in your business when you and your integrator are not on the same page with your vision. My thoughts on asking yourself, ‘I CAN do this, but do I NEED to do this.'You and your 2nd in command are a team and your monthly check-in call is going to be the tool that ensures you remain on a united front when it comes to staying in alignment with your vision. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! c-suiteboutique.com/visionaryBook an Advisory Call  LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:empowerHERInstagram @empoweringher_forthegirlsAthleta x empowerHERAlice + Olivia x empowerHERFFBB: What is the Difference Between a Visionary and a CEO?FFBB: Are You Sabotaging Your Team?

More than likely, the majority of you have had experience working remotely over the past couple of years. While there are many benefits to a remote work environment, there are challenges to overcome when it comes to creating a more cohesive and collaborative team in a remote setting. This week's episode 67 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about building team culture in a remote workplace!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing what team & company culture really mean and actionable steps you can take right now to create a remote work environment that fosters effective communication and collaboration. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Sarah Cunningham, director of client services at AKQA who, as an amature boxing athlete herself, is speaking out about the importance of women having their own lives outside of their work identity. Distinguishing between online businesses and remote teams. The challenges to overcome when creating and working in a remote environment. How a remote workplace impacts team culture.The tools that our client's teams are using to foster a culture of remote employees who are working together cohesively. The pros (that outweigh the cons) of having a remote team. My deep thoughts on this competition over community mindset that is stunting our growth as entrepreneurs. Although remote work comes with its own unique challenges, in most instances, the positives far outweigh the negatives.Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! Book an Advisory Call LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Sarah Cunningham- LinkedInSarah Cunningham- InstagramFFBB: What is the Difference Between a Visionary and a CEO?FFBB: Creating a Profitable Team with Ashley CoxFFBB: No More Team Meetings That Could Have Been Emails

The problem most companies have when they outsource work for website design and development is they get back a finished product they love but don't know how to edit the site on their own. Hooked on Code changes the structure of the development process to make updates easy as the business changes and grows. This week's episode 66 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about hiring an agency!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Torre Capistran shares the value in delivering a freelance experience with an agency skill level and actionable steps you can take right now to use the culture index assessment to understand your unique traits. Some of the things Torre and I cover in this episode are:The number one issue clients have when it comes to outsourcing for a custom website and how Torre's company works to change that. Client benefits from outsourcing web design and development to a niche agency that works within their unique skillset and values.Admittedly being bad at some things to be the best at others to book more aligned clients.  Questions to ask when you're considering working with a web agency:Can you run me through your process?How much time would you estimate that is needed from me as the client to complete this project?Can you show me what my website will be like to edit myself once it is launched?In what instance would the cost of this project go beyond the initial bid and what is the likelihood of that?Will you be building a custom theme or do you use a builder?What do I get in exchange for my dollars and what do I get back in return if you don't deliver on what you're promising me?Breaking down my culture index results to better understand how I am operating within my natural traits and visualize the gaps in my traits that my team can fill. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInWork with Casey Gromer! CONNECT WITH TORRE CAPISTRAN:Link to Video RecordingWebsiteLinkedIn- Torre CapistranLinkedIn- Hooked on CodeYouTubeLINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Culture Index 

If you're feeling like your team doesn't know what they're doing, are doing the wrong things, or need constant supervision, the problem may not be your delegation systems but rather your hiring. This week's episode 65 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about creative outsourcing to scale faster!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of hiring with purpose and not just to fill the role as quickly as possible and actionable steps you can take right now to creatively outsource for more revenue, lower expenses, increased efficiency and reaching your goals faster. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Jolene Delisle, founder of The Working Assembly for offering pro bono branding services to four independent shop owners every year so they can compete with bigger companies and stay in business. Reasons why your current hiring plan is not working for your business. Knowing where you want your business to be, finding the gaps to get you there, and using an accountability chart to fill those gaps. Getting creative by leveraging part-time employees, freelancers, agencies, and consultants to scale without the commitment of a full-time employee. Knowing the right time to outsource. My deep thoughts on the actual impact of protesting versus having conversations and pouring into resources that are making a difference. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:The Working Assembly Female Founders Breaking Boundaries: Accountability is KeyFemale Founders Breaking Boundaries: Shift From a “Doing” Mindset to a “Thinking” Mindset Female Founders Breaking Boundaries: Where Are All The Workers? With Erin Longmoon Female Founders Breaking Boundaries: Tracking and Keeping Score of Your Metrics

After working with so many female business owners on their team success, I've found that there are a few things that are repeatedly happening that are keeping them from those metrics of accountability. This week's episode 64 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about troubleshooting your delegation system!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed, so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch-22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of keeping a scorecard and actionable steps you can take right now to troubleshoot your delegation system if you aren't reaching those goals you've set. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Julie Ball, the Founder and Chief Sparkler of Sparkle Hustle Grow, an award-winning multi-six figure subscription box and online community for female entrepreneurs. She leads thousands of women through personal development and business training in a way that's fun and supportive.What you might want to take another look at if you are looking at your scorecardHow analysis paralysis can sometimes look like relying too much on your data. When you are looking at too many different things across the business, it can make it hard for us to focus on the things that actually matter in moving our business forward.What to do if you feel like you have too many metrics to look at and you're feeling overwhelmed.How to know what really matters on the scorecard and metrics.The importance of reviewing and updating the scorecard to reflect industry changes and shifts in your team dynamic.If you don't have a scorecard for your business, be sure to head back to episode 45, where I help you get started in creating some kind of system where you can hold your team members accountable to their role in the business.Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern businesswoman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/ CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! LINKS MENTIONED:Sparkle Hustle GrowEpisode 45: Tracking and Keeping Score of your Metrics

The childcare crisis has been an ongoing issue and continues to be the number one boundary that is holding women entrepreneurs back. This week's episode 63 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about ways to combat the childcare crisis in entrepreneurship!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch 22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of getting involved to tackle this ongoing crisis and actionable steps you can take right now to build your business in a way that supports you, your employees, and your clients as mothers. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Zane Kotker (or otherwise known as Maggie Strong) the founder of the Well Spouse association for launching a foundation that supports spouses and partners of the chronically ill or disabled. The unaffordability and unreliability of childcare in the United States. How the childcare crisis is keeping women in the home and holding them back from opportunities available to our male counterparts.  Changes you can implement within your own business to find ways around the childcare boundaries. My deep thoughts on marriage and monogamy. The solution to the childcare crisis starts with getting involved and supporting the resources within our local communities.Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern business woman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! The Ultimate Delegation WorkshopLINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:MainstayThe Well Spouse AssociationMarshall Plan for Moms

Whether the overturn of Roe v. Wade directly impacts you or not, it is so important to consider the people around you that it does impact. The Supreme Court has shown us that none of us are safe and they can and will use their power and control over us. In this week's episode 62 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries we are taking a break from our usual content to discuss how our rights are under attack.In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing how we as a community need to come together to support one another and make changes in this time in history as well as sharing links to donate and resources to lean on should you need them. Now more than ever, the work we are doing to empower women into places of power is so vital. Lifting up our voices is no longer enough. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern business woman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/DONATETogether RisingNational Abortion Access FundNational Network of Abortion FundsRESOURCESAid AccessPlan C PillsMayDayRepro Legal HelplineM+A HotlineJust The PillHey JaneCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! 

We have been working on time management with so many of our clients lately so they can build and manage their business around their ideal schedule. This week's episode 61 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about creating white space by setting boundaries!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch 22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the importance of being extremely protective over your time and actionable steps you can take right now to use time blocking as a tool to avoid burnout and implement systems to keep you adhering to these boundaries. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Fidji Simo, the new female CEO of Instacart for finding new ways for Instacart to grow and thrive post-pandemic. How to use Google Calendar to color-code and time block your schedule.  The biggest mistake I see women making when it comes to setting boundaries around their schedule. Ways in which you can get support maintaining and protecting the white space on your calendar. My deep thoughts on judgment- from both sides of the table. You may think the more you power through the more successful you will be but in reality, if you don't take the time to set aside white space in your schedule you will come to find that your business is going nowhere and you're on your way to burnout. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern business woman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Article: Can new CEO Fidji Simo turn Instacart into more than just a delivery company?Female Founders Breaking Boundaries: How to Include Financial Strategy in Your Quarterly Plan with Carla TitusFemale Founders Breaking Boundaries: Using Time Blocking to Save Your SanityOvercoming Burnout Resource

Often times financials are an afterthought when it comes to strategic planning but in reality, they are an integral factor in every decision you make in your business. This week's episode 60 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about how to include financial strategy in your quarterly plan!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch 22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest, Carla Titus shares the importance of feeling empowered over your finances as a business owner and actionable steps you can take right now to start financial planning on a regular basis so you can make informed business decisions when it comes to your money. Some of the things Carla and I cover in this episode are:The differences between an accountant and a CFO- and why you need both!How to bring financial strategy support into your business without bringing on a full-time hire. The benefits of looking at your cash flow statements alongside your profit and loss statements on a regular basis. Understanding the rank of priorities of where you should allocate the profits you make. How to get started implementing a fractional CFO into your business. You may be able to do all of the financial organization and planning yourself but it comes as an opportunity cost when your time could be better spent doing revenue-generating activities instead.  Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern business woman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! CONNECT WITH CARLA TITUS:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInLINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEFemale Founders Breaking Boundaries: A Simple Strategy to Pay Yourself FirstFemale Founders Breaking Boundaries: Shifting From a “Doing” Mindset to a “Thinking” Mindset

Onboarding is an overlooked yet vital part of the hiring process and if done wrong, can actually stand in your way from growing your business. This week's episode 59 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about creating a profitable team!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch 22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Ashley Cox is sharing the importance of setting your new hire up for success from the very beginning and actionable steps you can take right now to nail down your onboarding process to save time and valuable resources in the long term. Some of the things Ashley Cox and I cover in this episode are:What to consider when bringing in a new team member and the implications of poor onboarding. 4 common mistakes business owners make when it comes to onboarding and how you can avoid them. The number 1 question to ask yourself when working with a new hire. Tips to successfully onboard your new hire How your role and actions as a leader have a direct impact on your team. Hiring and onboarding is an expensive and time-consuming process so it is important you do the work to get it right. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern business woman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/CONNECT WITH ASHLEY COX:Sprout HRThe Ripple CollectiveInstagramFacebookTransform Your Stories by Ashley CoxCONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:The Group Practice Exchange Podcast Episode with Ashley CoxSHRM.org

As a CEO, you need to be looking at your business's finances from a birds eye view in order to think analytically, make educated business decisions, and look ahead to the future. You're not going to be able to do this if you're stuck in the weeds of the transactions. This week's episode 58 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about what money management looks like as a CEO!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch 22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Danielle Hayden is sharing the importance of setting up the right foundations so you can understand your numbers and make business decisions reflective of those numbers and actionable steps you can take right now to set your business up for financial success. Some of the things Danielle and I cover in this episode are:Which numbers it is important for us to pull on a regular basis and what these numbers can tell us about our business.What we mean when we talk about looking at your finances as a Visionary or a CEO.   Where your profit goal should be and is there such thing as too much of a profit margin?Questions to ask yourself and the costs to consider (even the hidden ones) when making the decision to hire into your team or make another big investment. Determining if it is the right time to invest in something beyond your finances. As a business owner, you have this responsibility to yourself, your team, your vendors and your customers to stay in business and the only way you can do this is if you understand your numbers. If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! CONNECT WITH DANIELLE HAYDEN:WebsiteThe Profit PlannerEntrepreneur Money Stories PodcastInstagram @kickstartaccountingInstagram @daniellehayden_oh Hire WorksheetLINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Female Founders Breaking Boundaries: Is the Investment Worth It?Female Founders Breaking Boundaries: Tracking and Keeping Score of Your MetricsMint 

Podcasting allows you to show up in front of your audience with such a deep knowledge and expertise and connect with this audience on a deeper level than you would be able to through other mediums. This week's episode 57 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is highlighting stories of scaling with Alesia Galati!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch 22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, my guest Alesia Galati is sharing the value of using podcasting to expand your brand awareness and actionable steps you can take right now to leverage your podcast to show up as a thought leader, authentically connect with your audience and turn your listeners into leads. Some of the things Alesia and I cover in this episode are:The role that podcasting plays in today's thought-leadership and business influencing.Should you be keeping all of your content behind a paywall?Alesia's success story of taking her side hustle and turning it into a full-time podcast production agency.How Alesia uses templates and SOPs to create consistent quality of service across every client she serves.  Creating flexibility as a mom and CEO. If you have ever considered podcasting as an avenue to get in front of your audience in a new way, we strongly recommend seeing for yourself how your podcast can benefit your business. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern business woman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! CONNECT WITH ALESIA GALATI:Instagram @alesia.galatiInstagram @wereadsmut FacebookLinkedIn

When you wait around for the “right time” to seek out strategic planning support for whatever reason you may have, you are actually losing out on time, money, and opportunities. This week's episode 56 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is asking, are you waiting for the right time?Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch 22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm sharing the benefits of starting your strategic planning NOW so that you can use that plan, revise, reframe, and build upon it over time to get you to reach your goals. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Asmau Ahmed, founder and CEO of Plum Perfect for creating an AI model that provides a personalized digital shopping experience for women of color and for being 1 of only 12 black women to have raised more than 1 million in venture capital funding. What we may actually be losing out on when we wait for the “right” time to do something.Creating a plan for the business you have so you can become the business you want to become. A plan is not a one and done step but something that is meant to be revised time and time again. My deep thoughts on the underrepresentation of women authors in business books. The plan you create today is going to bring you to where you want to be tomorrow. Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of tools, advice, resources, support, and encouragement that resonates with the modern business woman and to hear even more about the points outlined above.If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Plum PerfectShort Form

You likely don't consider yourself an influencer nor do you want to consider yourself an influencer but the truth is, as a visionary entrepreneur, it is YOUR role and responsibility to bring exposure to your business and seek out the opportunities that will allow you to grow. This week's episode 55 of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries is about navigating your influencer role as a female founder!Have you ever felt like you were WAY too busy, stressed out, burnt out, and overwhelmed so you were advised to delegate some tasks to take things off your plate and free up some time? Except, maybe it didn't work. If getting out of the day-to-day in your business was as simple as hiring more people, then why are you still feeling overwhelmed and burned out? You are not alone! Sometimes, simply delegating tasks doesn't work and instead shifts your workload from “doing” to “managing.”I invite you to use the exercise that our own C-Suite clients use to take the first step in turning your team into a well-oiled, self-managed machine- and get you out of the delegation catch 22. Download the exercise here to get started!In this episode of Female Founders Breaking Boundaries, I'm creating new rules on what networking looks like for the new age female entrepreneur and teaching you how you can ditch the “traditional” structure of networking and navigate the building and running of your business in a way that works for you. Some of the things I cover in this episode are:Celebrating Iman Abuzeid, MD, CEO and Cofounder of the tech startup, Incredible Health for creating a platform that reduces the work involved in recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified nurses to reduce costs in the healthcare industry while filling employment gaps with qualified nurses. Advocating for the idea that networking should be accessible for both men and women.Your roles and responsibilities as a visionary entrepreneur. New ways to build your business without the traditional networking structures that were not built with women in mind.Strategies you can use to network with other professionals without traveling or taking time away from your personal life. My deep thoughts on expressing your opinions despite what people may think of them. When it comes to being an influential part of your business, it is easy to influence others when they can tell you are coming from a place of authenticity and sharing the things you are passionate about. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to share and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Female Founders Breaking Boundaries and Casey at https://she-suiteboutique.com/podcast/CONNECT WITH CASEY GROMER:LinkedInCompany PersonaWork with Casey Gromer! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Incredible Health Entrepreneurs' OrganizationVistageInstagram @nedratawwabFemale Founders Ep 17: Boundaries Holding Women Entrepreneurs Back