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Our mission is simple: to help entrepreneurs skyrocket their business success by leveraging the power of processes, policies, and people.
Leading Behind The Scene is your weekly dose of inspiration to equip you to excel in business and life.
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Thursday Mar 23, 2023
Thursday Mar 23, 2023
Do you want to have more time, energy, and bandwidth to devote to opportunities that live up to your standards? If so, let me ask you this question: do you have basic boundaries in place to make sure your business and day-to-day life run smoothly? That’s right, we're still talking about business boundaries, when to say yes and when to say no to create a healthier relationship with your business.
In this episode, we cover:
- You are in charge of how your business runs, not your clients
- Setting business hours can keep you from working all the time, especially if you are a workaholic (like me)
- You may have to work late nights or weekends during a product launch or at a client's launch but make sure that it doesn't spill over into every aspect of your life
The reason you started your business was so that you could live the life you dreamed of. Remember, you wanted to get away from working for someone else and doing all the grunt work for a lousy paycheck. Set your boundaries carefully so that you CAN create that life of your dreams. Were there any tips that resonated with you? I'd love to hear about it in my Facebook group. Come over there and share your thoughts with us!
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Thursday Mar 16, 2023
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
What motivated you to start your business? Was it to be able to pay your bills and spend more time with your family? Did you have big goals like building schools in Africa? There’s no right or wrong answer here, nor is there any shame in either. The core values of your business are just as important as the business plans you develop. Understanding why you started your business and what your purpose really is will help you prioritize your projects and your clients so you can easily say yes or no.
We're going to dig deep into some questions that will help you discover your core values.
In this episode, we cover:
- Understanding why you started your business will make it easier to prioritize your projects and clients
- Your core values exist, even if you don't know them yet
- It’s important to have a clear understanding of your core values so you can work with the right people
Discovering your core values is ultimately about discovering what nurtures you and pushes you toward your goals and saying no to everything else. You're welcome to come over share what core values you uncovered in my Facebook group, so head over there now! You might even meet a potential client or collaborative partner who has the same values as you.
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Thursday Mar 09, 2023
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
It's natural to put up boundaries when a coworker, family member, or friend is toxic or causing you grief, right? What makes putting up boundaries so different when there’s a client involved? Work-life harmony isn't just good for you; it allows you to produce better results for your clients and show up the way you’d like to. If you show up better for your clients, you will naturally show up better for yourself and your family.
Let's go through a list of six signals to see if you have weak boundaries in your business.
In this episode, we cover:
- Saying yes and no to create better business relationships
- Boundaries that are healthy for you, your business, and your family
- The importance of saying no
- Finding out if you have weak boundaries
You're more likely to lose your motivation and sense of work-life harmony if you don't have clear boundaries between business and home life. Setting boundaries is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your business long-term. What do you struggle with most when it comes to setting boundaries? Send me a DM on Instagram and let me know.
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Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
How often do you violate your own business boundaries? Maybe you told your client you would only take calls between 10am and 6pm, but you answered your phone at midnight last week. What happened when your client called you at 12am again a week later? Did you get annoyed? If you answered last time, why would they expect you to do something different this week? If you know what I'm talking about, then you won't want to miss what I've got planned for this month…
Setting boundaries can be challenging, especially when you're trying to find that elusive work/life balance. That’s why this month we’re covering business boundaries and beyond!
In this episode, we cover:
- Business boundaries: what to expect this month
- What work/life balance means to you
- Declaring your intentions and stepping into your leadership
- The importance of setting good boundaries
- Using your voice to change the way your clients treat you
Setting clear business boundaries is like setting a bedtime for your children. When you work with a client, you teach them how to treat you and what you will and will not tolerate. I’ll bring you more tips throughout the month on how to set business boundaries, when to say yes, and when to say no to build a healthier relationship between your business and yourself. Be sure to stay tuned!
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Thursday Feb 23, 2023
Thursday Feb 23, 2023
In this episode, I share eight tools to help organize your life and business for maximum efficiency and productivity. The tools I discuss include tracking your time, offline storage tools, online bill pay and accounting systems, physical filing systems, password managers, note-taking systems, delegation, and automation.
Selecting tools that work with your natural learning and working style and enhance your ability to be more effective without disrupting your process or habits is essential.
I hope these suggestions were helpful and that you enjoyed them. As always, I would love to hear where you are in your business and how the show is helping you lead behind the scenes!
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Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
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You've probably heard the saying that behind every good man, there's a great woman, right? As a successful female entrepreneur, I’m sure you would agree that it works both ways. Women entrepreneurs are a force to be reckoned with, but it's not easy, is it? The struggle of balancing work and love life is real, y'all! That’s why it is so important to have a supportive partner. My guests, Rick and Maria, both share an undeniable entrepreneurial spirit and a love of business.
Rick and Maria have been married for 18 years and co-owned several businesses together. With over 15 years' experience crafting marketing strategies for brands and helping personal brands shine in the business world, Maria is a brand strategist and operations consultant. She is also the founder of a consulting agency, The Template Bar.
Tune in to this episode to find out how Rick and Maria strike a balance between entrepreneurship and marriage!
In this episode, we cover:
- How Rick and Maria got started in business together
- Balancing personal and professional lives while working in the same space
- The importance of having a supportive partner
- Rick’s best relationship-saver tips
- How Rick helps Maria be herself with him
- Ways to not let fear get in the way of your experiences
You don't have to choose between having a healthy relationship and a successful business. A healthy relationship can not only make a huge difference in your life, but it can improve your outlook on your business and even increase your excitement about the work you do! The key is being intentional and committed. I'd love to hear how Rick and Maria's advice helped you align both areas of your life and achieve harmony!
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Thursday Feb 09, 2023
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
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Have you ever thought about how precious your time really is? In the entrepreneurial space, the phrase “time management” is something that we often hear about. How do you really manage your time? We all have the same 24 hours in a day, but do you find yourself exhausted at the end of your work day while feeling minimal accomplishment? In this episode, I am uncovering how this could be because of your time management skills. If you are ready to increase effectiveness, efficiency and productivity, this episode is for you!
In this episode, we cover:
- The importance of managing your time and not letting everything be a priority
- Ways to analyze your ability to prioritize tasks based on their importance and urgency
- How you can manage your time more wisely
- Why multitasking is actually smothering your productivity
Once a block of time has passed, you can never get it back. All it takes is a small habit of creating a lifestyle of change. Try one of these out and create a solid path to managing your time better and becoming more focused and intentional about where your time goes. If you enjoyed this episode, I would love to hear how this fresh method of prioritizing will help you lead behind the scene!
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Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
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Have you found a perfect balance between your life and business? Maybe you are like most entrepreneurs and are still trying to find the perfect balance. In this episode, Kalea Wright gives us the inside scoop on how she balances life as a wife, mom, and entrepreneur. Spoiler alert: she doesn’t!
Kalea is passionate about helping small businesses achieve their visibility goals with effective social marketing solutions. Social media marketing continues to evolve, and Kalea is passionate about helping small businesses navigate how they can benefit from these networks. Kalea Loves good shows and great books She is a self-proclaimed dork when it comes to entertainment. She loves watching/reading anything from Harry Potter and Vampire Diaries to crime thrillers, but she stays away from anything spooky.
If you are ready to create a business that fits your life and works for you, this episode is for you!
Highlights from my conversation with Kalea include:
- How Kalea got started as an entrepreneur (2:04)
- How being an entrepreneur has affected Kalea’s marriage (5:22)
- The secret to making all the things work (6:59)
- Balancing work and life when they are in the same place (9:17)
- Tips for mothers who are entrepreneurs (10:28)
- Creating a life that fits you (13:16)
Let's seek harmony and allow that to balance us out. Do what works for you without worrying about what the internet is talking about or what somebody else is doing in their relationship. If you enjoyed this episode, I would love to hear how Kalea’s advice will help you lead behind the scene!
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Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Are you tired of being intimidated by the idea of going head-to-head with your competitors? Maybe working with them sounds counterintuitive. In this episode, I dive into why collaboration is key for success. If you’re ready to turn competition into greater success, this episode is for you!
Highlights from this episode include:
- Collaboration over competition (0:45)
- Working with competitors (2:08)
- What to consider before collaborating (4:15)
- Having clarity when collaborating (6:29)
How do you plan on working with others in your industry? Collaborating instead of competing can be such a fun and fulfilling experience. If you enjoyed this episode, I would love to hear how this will help you lead behind the scene!
Mentioned Resources:
6 Ways to Successfully and Seamlessly Onboard Your New Clients
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Thanks for joining me on this episode of Leading Behind the Scene! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review to help me reach even more entrepreneurs ready to make their moves.
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
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Do you, as an entrepreneur, especially in the beginning, believe that hustling all the time is essential? Maybe you can’t even fathom the idea of rest. In this episode, I share how other business owners have added rest as a mandatory task in their schedule. This episode is for you if you're ready to become more productive and creative!
Highlights from this episode include:
- Resting behind the scenes (0:46)
- The benefits of rest (1:46)
- Incorporating rest in your business (4:06)
- Delegating in order to rest (5:27)
- Schedule rest in advance (6:07)
Are you ready to change the game by resting before you get tired? If you enjoyed this episode, I would love to hear how this will help you lead behind the scene!
Mentioned Resources:
6 Ways to Successfully and Seamlessly Onboard Your New Clients
Connect with Gwendolyn
Thanks for joining me on this episode of Leading Behind the Scene! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review to help me reach even more entrepreneurs ready to make their moves.