De-stress Your Business (Paddy Mann & Alexis Kingsbury)
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| 19 Jun 2023 | E67: Flow, Don’t Leak: Optimizing Cash Flow with Ian Morgan | 00:43:50 | |
Struggling with cash flow management in your business?
Feel like your hard-earned money is leaking out without generating growth?
In this episode of 'De-stress Your Business,' Alexis Kingsbury will be speaking with the ever-insightful Ian Morgan, owner of MBS Accountants, and host of 'The Leaky Bucket Podcast.'
Ian has established a reputation for not just meeting accounting deadlines, but also helping small businesses make their money work harder. He will be sharing the strategies he's developed to effectively manage cash flow and prevent those stressful 'leaks in the bucket.'
Get ready to deep dive into:
The common 'leaks' that can negatively impact your business's cash flow
Practical steps to improve cash flow management today
How better cash flow management contributes to business growth and development
The signs of cash flow problems and how to spot them early
Tools and strategies for managing cash flow effectively
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| 15 Apr 2024 | E110: Master the Art of Profitability, with Reza Hooda | 00:42:21 | |
Feeling like you're constantly pushing a boulder uphill when it comes to your business's profitability?
You're not alone.
Many entrepreneurs pour their heart and soul into their ventures, only to find themselves trapped in a cycle of hard work with minimal financial reward.
This relentless struggle can lead to burnout, frustration, and the haunting question: "Will my business ever achieve the financial success I dream of?"
Enter Reza Hooda, a true powerhouse in the world of business finance.
Reza's journey is nothing short of inspirational — from facing the grim reality of a failing accounting practice to catapulting it into a £1 million success story, all while slashing his work hours to less than 10 a week.
But Reza didn't stop there. His knack for turning financial despair into prosperity has positioned him as a sought-after mentor in the Profitable Accountants Community & Mastermind.
Under his guidance, businesses have gone from struggling to keep the lights on to celebrating record-breaking profits.
Reza's methods have proven time and again that with the right approach, financial success is not just a possibility but an achievable reality.
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, we sit down with the financial wizard himself to uncover:
The harsh realities of why so many businesses struggle to be profitable
Reza's personal transformation from near failure to financial freedom
Actionable, no-nonsense strategies Reza has used to revolutionize profitability for countless businesses
How you can start applying Reza's winning tactics to see real results in your own business.
This conversation is a must for any entrepreneur tired of the financial runaround and ready for a serious profitability breakthrough.
#DeStressYourBusiness #profitability #RezaHooda #financialsuccess #businessgrowth #entrepreneurship
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Helpful resources:
- Website: https://www.rezahooda.com/
- Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/rezahooda/?_rdc=1&_rdr
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/RezaHooda
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rezahooda/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmWN24OzFacM6VA1qWqmFsw
- Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-profitable-accountant-podcast/id1535053500
- Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Four-Pillars-build-accounting-freedom/dp/1399953419
Don't miss Alexis’ FREE webinar: Hunting Unicorns: How to Get Affordable Talent into Your Accountancy Practice.
You can register here: https://airmanual.link/huntingunicorns | |||
| 10 Oct 2022 | E9: The 8 Reasons Why Most Documentation is Doomed to Fail (Part 1) | 00:42:40 | |
You've probably tried documenting some of your processes and best practices in the past.
But it’s not worked out…
People ignore the documents.
Mistakes still happen.
The guidance doesn’t get maintained and starts to smell funny.
Why does this always happen?!
As leaders… why do we simultaneously know that documentation is important, and yet push back against it based on past experience?
It turns there are 8 reasons why most documentation is doomed to fail.
Any one issue is enough to cause the whole investment to collapse like a house of cards.
And at most organizations ALL EIGHT issues are present (!!).
In today’s episode, we start looking a what these 8 issues are… and how to avoid them.
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| 12 Aug 2024 | E127: How to Charge Your True Value | 00:39:50 | |
Feeling like your relentless hard work is getting you nowhere in your business? 😖 Are you drowning in tasks, seeing minimal financial rewards, and questioning if you'll ever achieve the success you dream of? This constant grind can lead to burnout, frustration, and the nagging feeling that your efforts are in vain. Many entrepreneurs fall into the trap of believing that working harder is the key to success, but what if your work ethic is actually the problem? 😅 That’s why in today's podcast, we're speaking with Amanda C. Watts, a true rockstar in the world of business advisory. 🌟 Amanda is the founder of the Business Advisor Academy and Oompf Global, and she has transformed thousands of businesses by helping them shift from overworked and underpaid to highly profitable and efficient. Amanda’s journey is nothing short of inspirational. She’s a mentor and trusted advisor to CPAs, accountants, bookkeepers, financial coaches, and business coaches worldwide. Amanda has a deep conviction that business advisory is vital in today’s world, and her methods have proven time and again that financial success is not just possible but achievable. In this episode, we cover: 👉 Why charging for value, not worth, is a game-changer. 👉 Practical steps to deliver higher value and boost profits. 👉 How to provide added value beyond advisory services, including coaching and accountability. 👉 The importance of simplifying your business and how to do it. 👉 Balancing transactional work with high-value services. 👉 Overcoming common myths that hold businesses back. Join us for De-stress Your Business and discover how to transform your work ethic into a strategy for success with Amanda C. Watts! 💼✨ #DeStressYourBusiness #podcast #businessgrowth #valuepricing #AmandaCWatts #entrepreneurship #businesssuccess #profitability #worksmarternotharder --- Helpful resources: - LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandacwatts/?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Egoogle%2Ecom%2F&originalSubdomain=uk - YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/c/AmandaCWatts - Website- https://oompf.global/ - Website- https://businessadvisoracademy.com/ - Amanda’s book: Business Advisor Playbook https://businessadvisoracademy.com/book - Book recommendation: The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy https://www.amazon.co.uk/Compound-Effect-Perseus/dp/159315724X | |||
| 01 Apr 2024 | E108: How to Turn Stage Fright Into Stage Might, with Andrea Pacini | 00:43:11 | |
What if the stage could be a place where you feel most alive, not terrified?
Well, you can!
Even though public speaking is at the top of the list of fears for most people, even greater than the fear of heights or spiders, it can be overcome.
Meet Andrea Pacini, the presentation maestro who has elevated the art of public speaking into an empowering skill for leaders across the globe.
With a track record of transforming over 500 TEDx speakers and collaborations with global giants like Microsoft and The World Bank, Andrea doesn’t just talk the talk; he walks you through the fire of your fears to the other side, where your confidence shines and the fear disappears.
Andrea’s journey from public speaking anxiety to coaching the world's top speakers is nothing short of inspirational. His method, grounded in real-world successes, proves that anyone can captivate and mesmerize an audience with the right guidance.
In this episode, we'll uncover:
Andrea's personal battle with public speaking and how he emerged victorious.
Step-by-step strategies to prepare and deliver presentations that not only inform but inspire.
Techniques that will have your audience hanging on every word, whether you’re in a boardroom or broadcasting virtually.
Success stories of individuals who went from fearing the stage to owning it, thanks to Andrea's coaching.
Today’s episode will show you how to turn your public speaking fears into your greatest strength.
Please post any questions you have in the comments!
#destressyourbusiness #publicspeakingfear #AndreaPacini #presentationmastery #overcomeanxiety #leadershipcommunication
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Helpful resources:
- Ideas on Stage: https://www.ideasonstage.com - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/apacini/ - Confident Presenter book: https://amzn.eu/d/bKswMEe - To make the most of the book, take the Confident Presenter Scorecard to assess you presentation skills in less than 3 minutes, for free: https://ideasonstage.com/score - Attend the next Ideas on Stage web class: https://www.ideasonstage.com/uk/masterclass Want to learn more? Watch Alexis’s Masterclass to learn how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 10 Jun 2024 | E118: Why Your Work Ethic Is Killing Your Business, with Erin Mathie | 00:45:05 | |
Do you feel like your relentless work ethic is holding your business back? You're not alone.
Many business owners find themselves trapped in a cycle of hard work that ultimately stunts their business growth. They become the bottleneck, trying to handle every task, from minor details to major decisions, which leaves them overwhelmed and their business stagnant.
This constant hustle can lead to burnout, frustration, and the painful realization that their efforts are actually hindering their success.
That’s why in today's podcast, I'm speaking with Erin Mathie, a rockstar in business transformation. Erin is a fractional COO and Process Triage Certified Facilitator on a mission to end the small business time trap. With her expertise, she has transformed hundreds of businesses, teaching owners how to delegate effectively and focus on what truly drives growth.
Erin's journey is inspirational: she turned her own tutoring company into a successful venture, working only a few hours a week, and now she's dedicated to helping others achieve the same freedom and success.
Our conversation covers:
Erin's journey from overworked business owner to strategic shareholder
How misdirected work ethic can be a business's biggest barrier
Practical steps to identify and delegate tasks to free up your time
The importance of documenting processes for better delegation
Inspiring success stories of business transformations
Drop your questions in the chat!
#DeStressYourBusiness #Podcast #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #Delegation #ProcessImprovement #ErinMathie
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| 25 Dec 2023 | Happy Holidays from De-stress Your Business! | 00:06:07 | |
There won't be a (formal) episode this week!…
In this special non-episode, Alexis puts aside the formalities to share something really close to his heart: enjoying the journey.
In this 6 minute non-episode, Join Alexis as he discuss the significance of:
Taking time off to reset
Reflecting on work-life balance
Embracing guilt-free timeouts
Whatever you're planning on doing over this holiday season, we hope that you're able to take the time you need to reflect, rest and get ready for the new year ahead.
Let's appreciate the challenges and victories of the past year and welcome 2024 with positivity and hope.
Happy holidays, everyone! | |||
| 30 Mar 2023 | E57: How Many Tools Do You Need in Your Business? | 00:20:33 | |
How many tools is too many tools for your business?
I’m often told my business leaders that they don’t want “too many tools” in their business, or that they don’t want to introduce “yet another tool”.
In theory, you could run an entire business using one tool — spreadsheets!
It’s not a good idea though, as it is likely to break, will be slow, and is hard to delegate to others.
So, how many tools is the right number? How can we identify when to add, and when to take away? How can we reduce the stress associated with having too few or too many in the business?
That’s what I dive deep into in today’s episode of De-stress Your Business.
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Want to learn more? Join our weekly webinar and we'll show you how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 17 Oct 2022 | E14: Stop the Rot: How to Make Sure Content Doesn’t Go Stale | 00:20:38 | |
Documented processes are one of your best tools for reducing business stress.
But if they’re not maintained, they’re worthless.
So how do we stop the rot?
How do we make sure that the investment we make in systemizing our processes pays off in the long-term, as well as the short-term?
That’s our topic on today’s episode of De-stress Your Business.
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Want to learn more? Join our weekly webinar and we'll show you how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 11 Nov 2022 | E32: The Easy Way to Manage Job Applicants | 00:29:19 | |
At AirManual, we get over 1000 applicants for some job roles, which is awesome!
But how do we manage the process?
Here are 3 things we don’t do:
Spend a fortune on an Application Tracking System (ATS)
Spend a fortune on recruitment consultants
Completely derail our own team
Instead, we:
Use our favorite tool for documenting any type of process (AirManual!)
Break the process down into stages that can be delegated to the best people in our team
Clearly define the questions to ask, and the scoring to use to compare candidates
It works brilliantly.
On today’s episode of De-Stress Your Business, we’ll explain exactly how you can you do this for your own recruitment process.
The end result will be a process that helps you to efficiently hire the best candidates.
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Helpful resources for today’s episode:
Recruitment process: https://airmanual.link/templates/recruitment-process
Checklist for reviewing a job candidate: https://airmanual.link/templates/review-a-job-candidate
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Want to learn more? Join our weekly webinar and we'll show you how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 18 Sep 2023 | E81: Scaling to $10m Without Constant Stress, with Jordan Fleming | 00:44:26 | |
When I spoke to Jordan Fleming about rapidly scaling past $5m, one thing stood out.
And it was this.
His business is scaling fast without constant stress.
There’s no chaos!
Jordan (CEO) is working 5 hours a week, and having a great time!
And his team are loving it too!
This isn’t a fluke. Prior to this business, Jordan spent 15 years as a management consultant.
He learned what processes and systems would be needed, and he’s proactively put them in place.
He dedicates a ton of time to working “on” the business rather than “in it”.
And it doesn’t stop — they’re continuously improving (and scaling!)
Have a listen to discover Jordan’s secrets
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Helpful resources:
- Learn more about smrtPhone at https://www.smrtphone.io/
- Reach out to Jordan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jsfleming/
- Discover how to start systemizing your own business at https://www.airmanual.co/ | |||
| 04 Mar 2024 | E104: How to Delegate and Make Yourself Redundant, with Kirsty Darkins | 00:49:13 | |
How do you scale business operations while maintaining a healthy work-life balance?
Delegation.
But… it’s often hard to do. Even harder to make yourself completely redundant from the day-to-day tasks in your business.
That’s why we're thrilled to have interviewed Kirsty Darkins, a Chartered Surveyor turned super successful property investment entrepreneur, who has mastered the art of delegation to an extraordinary degree.
Kirsty's journey is not just about building a successful property portfolio but also about achieving a remarkable level of freedom by letting go of every business and personal task imaginable. Her experience is a testament to how effective delegation can transform the way we work and live.
So, if you've ever felt overwhelmed by your to-do list or struggled with the idea of handing over control, this episode is for you.
Learn from Kirsty's insights and discover how to delegate effectively, reduce stress, and create more space for what truly matters in life and business!
#BusinessScaling #TimeManagement #EntrepreneurialInsights #Podcast #BusinessGrowth #KirstyDarkins #TimeLeverageMaster
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| 10 Nov 2022 | E31: How to Assess Someone’s Capability to Do the Job | 00:31:49 | |
Have you ever hired someone, and then discovered that their skill level is way below what you imagined?
This happens… a lot.
The culprit is not effectively reviewing their capability do to the job.
To do this effectively, you’ll need to:
Get really clear the key skills and experience they need to bring to the team
Set the objective of only hiring someone when you are confident that they have these skills
Work out what activities are needed to make you feel confident
For a sales team member, this might mean writing emails, and having mocked sales calls.
For an engineer, this might mean collaboratively working on real coding challenges, and a mini project where they take a new feature from start to finish.
We dig deeper into the stress and pain caused by making the wrong hire — and how to avoid this — on today’s episode of De-stress our Business.
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Want to learn more? Join our weekly webinar and we'll show you how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 04 Dec 2023 | E92: Should You Work with Your Family?, with David Holland | 00:49:37 | |
Wondering how to make your family business thrive?
Join Alexis as he sits down with the brilliant David Holland, a seasoned Business Co-Pilot with over two decades of expertise.
In this episode, they dive into the challenges and triumphs of steering a family business legacy.
From sustaining traditions to forging your unique path, they explore the recruitment conundrum of family members and the vital role of systemizing operations.
Discover the secrets to:
Balancing personal and professional ties
Setting clear job specifications
Crafting a compelling vision for the future of your family business
Tune in for strategic insights, practical solutions, and a fresh perspective on navigating the complexities of family entrepreneurship.
#DestressYourBusiness #FamilyBusiness #LegacyBuilding #EntrepreneurshipJourney #BusinessInsights
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| 21 Aug 2023 | E77: Stress-free Lead Generation on LinkedIn, with Helen Tudor | 00:45:51 | |
Are you feeling overwhelmed with LinkedIn?
Do endless DMs and time-consuming tasks hold you back from tapping into LinkedIn's potential?
That's why in this episode, we're diving deep with Helen Tudor, a multi-award winning entrepreneur specializing in LinkedIn.
Helen has delivered LinkedIn strategy training, consulting for businesses across the globe. She believes in a simple growth, engagement, and content strategy that draws your ideal prospects to YOU. And the best part? It takes just 20-30 minutes a day!
We discuss common marketing frustrations and the ways Helen helps her clients overcome these. Our conversation covers Helen's unique LinkedIn strategy, maintaining consistency without stress, and a snapshot of her LinkedIn and Business Mastermind. Don't miss out on Helen's valuable insights in the latest episode of the De-stress Your Business podcast.
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| 28 Aug 2023 | E78: Predictable Cashflow, with George Theodosiou | 00:45:16 | |
Navigating the challenges of business finance can often feel overwhelming and stressful.
What if there was a way to make it more predictable and less stressful?
What if stronger personal connections could play a role in this?
In this podcast, Alexis Kingsbury spoke with George Theodosiou, a TEDx speaker and leading consultant for the Trades & Construction industry. George has dedicated his life to helping businesses develop world-class cashflow processes to achieve consistent, predictable profit.
In our conversation, George shared:
His personal journey that led him to become an advocate for improved cash flow management
The importance of 'predictable cashflow' and how it alleviates stress and promotes business growth
Key strategies to improve cashflow while also strengthening personal connections
The intersection of personal connections and business finance
Real-world success stories of businesses that improved cashflow and strengthened connections
#destressyourbusiness #podcast #entrepreneurship #cashflow #personalconnections #businessgrowth #stressfreebusiness
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| 13 May 2024 | E114: How to Master Product Design From the Inventor of Trunki | 00:40:37 | |
Feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of product design?
Every business owner knows the stakes are high when bringing a new product to market, but common design mistakes can turn an exciting process into a stressful nightmare. What if there was a way to simplify this process and reduce the anxiety it brings?
This week on De-stress Your Business, we're thrilled to host Rob Law, the mastermind behind Trunki, the beloved brand that revolutionized children's travel gear.
Rob's journey from a high-profile rejection on BBC's Dragon's Den to selling over 4 million suitcases worldwide is nothing short of inspiring. With over 120 awards and a personal endorsement in the form of an MBE for Services to Business, Rob's approach to product design not only avoids common pitfalls but also harnesses creativity to thrive in the global market.
Join us as we discuss:
Key strategies to avoid design mistakes that most business owners face.
Insights into turning design challenges into competitive advantages.
Real-life stories of overcoming adversity in product development.
Practical tips for streamlining your design process and reducing stress.
Tune in for an episode packed with actionable advice to help you navigate the product design journey with more confidence and less stress.
#DeStressYourBusiness #podcast #productdesign #entrepreneurship #businessgrowth #RobLaw
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| 18 May 2023 | E64: A Checklist for Reviewing Your Pricing | 00:35:24 | |
Here are 6 steps you can take to reviewing your pricing today:
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| 12 Oct 2022 | E11: The Pyramid of Guidance Your Team Needs | 00:33:30 | |
Most employees work out how to get things done by…
… asking their manager
… asking colleagues
… trial and error (and sometimes being corrected)
… a bit of training
… and occasionally finding a useful document in a shared drive
This is broken in so many ways.
The manager and colleagues are constantly being distracted…
Days and weeks are lost making mistakes that could so easily have been avoided…
Training feels great on the day, but quickly gets forgotten…
So what’s the alternative?
Ideally, you want employees to be able to have access to all the guidance they need to excel in their jobs. This allows them to proactively solve their own challenges, avoiding mistakes and distracting their peers.
Training still feels great, but now the lessons are remembered because it’s embedded into the guidance uses on a daily basis.
To make work, you need a pyramid of guidance
The foundations? SOPs and policies. Training goes on top. With onboarding is at the peak.
In today’s episode, we’re discussing why this works so well, and how get started with this approach in your team.
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Want to learn more? Join our weekly webinar and we'll show you how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 01 Jul 2024 | E121: When Is The Right Time To Document A Process? | 00:10:40 | |
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, host Alexis Kingsbury discusses the ideal timing for documenting business processes. Sharing insights from his personal experiences and research, Alexis highlights how documentation should be done iteratively and in real-time, rather than as a homework task. He explains the importance of capturing processes while solving existing problems to ensure they are effective and useful. Alexis provides practical advice on avoiding common pitfalls and emphasizes building a business that operates smoothly without dependency on any single individual. --- Want to learn how to get your processes documented super fast? Check out https://youtu.be/PLJffQh8eyQ | |||
| 24 Jun 2024 | E120: Should You Video Processes or Capture Them as Text? | 00:13:52 | |
In this special episode of 'Destress Your Business,' Alexis Kingsbury, founder of AirManual, announces a hiatus of the podcast and shares insights on whether to use video or text for documenting business processes. He reflects on previous episodes with Marianne Page, Adi Clevitt, Adrienne Dorison, Mike Michalowicz, and Erin Mathie, and discusses the pros and cons of video versus text documentation. Alexis emphasizes the importance of, if starting with video, transitioning to detailed text for accuracy and continuous improvement. Using his extensive experience, he guides listeners on the best practices for efficient process documentation. --- - Want to see how we use AI to quickly document processes (instead of using video then turning this into a checklist)? Check out this video: https://youtu.be/nmH9tixe_PU | |||
| 09 Mar 2023 | E54: Introduce AI Into Your Business The Pragmatic Way | 00:13:01 | |
AI is here. The opportunity is huge. The risks are incalculable.
But how do you actually start taking advantage of AI in your business?
How do you overcome the overwhelming possibilities, and start to get real tangible benefit?
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, I’ll give you a step-by-step approach to introduce AI into your business the pragmatic way. No de-rails and excitement. Just pure business value.
I’ll even walk you through the steps that a top-rated podcaster took to implement AI in her business to free up time, reduce costs and unlock her growth. | |||
| 13 Jan 2025 | E149: End Financial Stress Forever, With Mike Michalowicz | 00:23:26 | |
Worried about your business running out of money?
This common fear among entrepreneurs goes beyond mere inconvenience; it strikes at the heart of your ability to operate and grow. Imagine the stress of looking at your financial statements, realizing there isn’t enough to cover next month’s bills, let alone unexpected expenses.
Whether it’s missing payroll, delaying crucial inventory purchases, or facing hefty tax bills unprepared, these scenarios can shake even the most seasoned business owner. It’s not just about managing finances; it’s about securing peace of mind in a world where cash flow is king.
This week on “De-stress Your Business,” we’re joined by Mike Michalowicz, a titan in the entrepreneurial community and the creator of the Profit First formula. With a track record of founding and selling multiple multi-million dollar businesses before his 35th birthday, Mike has dedicated his career to teaching other entrepreneurs how to achieve the same success.
His Profit First system has been applied by hundreds of thousands of businesses worldwide, radically improving their cash management and ensuring their financial health.
In this episode, Mike shares:
Effective strategies to prevent financial panic at the end of each financial period,
Real-world success stories of businesses that implemented Profit First and transformed their financial health,
Step-by-step actions you can take immediately to start building financial security in your business.
Tune in to episode 149 with Mike Michalowicz to learn how to turn your financial anxiety into a story of success.
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| 27 Nov 2023 | E91: Growing Faster Using Value-pricing, with Ayon Bhattacharyya | 00:52:54 | |
Are you holding back your growth due to your pricing?
Pricing is one of the fastest and highest leverage ways to increase your profit and cashflow.
You could increase your prices for all customers from tomorrow… and your revenue may instantly increase, and all of that increase drops straight into your profit and bank account.
Which lets you reinvest faster… which means you’ll grow faster, for the same effort.
However, getting pricing right can be stressful — we don’t want to overcharge customers and risk them leaving to go to a competitor… yet, leaving money on the table holds back your growth and makes your financial position tighter than it needs to be.
How can we get the balance right?
In this episode, Alexis spoke with Ayon Bhattacharyya, a renowned expert in pricing and strategy, and founder of Biz Growth Spurt. Ayon has helped numerous companies break through growth barriers through an innovative approach to value based pricing.
Ayon has worked with many disruptive businesses and well-known brands over two decades, so we dove deep into his insights on the opportunities for business owners to drive profit and growth whilst overcoming their biggest obstacles around changing prices.
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| 31 Jan 2023 | E49: The Risks That AI Presents to Your Business | 00:40:18 | |
AI could put your business at risk.
Here’s 3 questions you should be asking yourself:
Could these new tools make our products and services less valuable?
If my competition started using AI, what would be my worst nightmare?
If the existing online advertising channels stopped working, what would the impact?
On today’s episode of De-stress Your Business we go deeper on each of these risks, and what it could mean for your business.
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Helpful resources:
FREE EBOOK: The Business Leader’s Guide to AI and ChatGPT
Everything you NEED to know, including both the risks and opportunities
Includes a checklist you can share with your team to train them up
https://airmanual.link/ai/ebook
FREE WEBINAR: AI and ChatGPT: The Huge Opportunities and Risks For Businesses, and Why You Need to Start Paying Attention TODAY
https://airmanual.link/ai/webinar
Tuesday, February 7th, 13:00 UK time
How AI can be your new best junior employee
The big risks to your business
How to focus on your biggest problems, and use AI to obliterate them | |||
| 17 Nov 2022 | E36: How to Explain What Your Business Does, with Garth Jemmett | 00:17:57 | |
Do you find it easy to summarize what your business does?
And can you do this with a simple message that really connects with your audience?
When you can’t do this, everything else suffers:
Marketing is ineffective
The sales team are frustrated
And customers are just confused!
It sounds like a simple thing to fix… but while it’s simple, it’s not easy.
And as founder of multiple businesses, this has been something I’ve really struggled with.
So in today’s episode of De-Stress Your Business, I’m talking to Garth Jemmett, the founder of We Explain Stuff. He’s a world-class expert in understanding, simplifying and packaging a message.
We’re diving deep into how you can overcome this challenge to see better results and less stress in your business.
#marketing #stress #simplify #business #destressyourbusiness
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Garth’s website: https://www.weexplainstuff.com/
Garth on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garth-jemmett-we-explain-stuff/
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Want to learn more? Join our weekly webinar and we'll show you how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 23 Sep 2024 | E133: How to Be at Your Best When It Matters Most | 00:31:14 | |
Ever feel like your own mind is sabotaging your day? Whether it’s stressing about a big meeting or just feeling guilty for no good reason, anxiety can be crippling. 😩 I’ve been there too – those spirals of overthinking can be exhausting. It’s even tougher when you’re trying to juggle life and business at the same time. Fortunately, I’ve learned some strategies that help me get out of that anxious loop and show up as my best self, and I think they could help you too. So in this episode, I’m opening up about how I managed to shift from anxious and drained to confident and energized in social situations. I share: 👉 How I used to spiral into stress before important events 👉 The mindset shift I use to make better decisions, stay calm, sleep well, and handle anxiety 👉 10 tactics you can use to improve mental energy using the mnemonic “CONFIDENCE” If you’ve ever felt the weight of anxiety or overthinking dragging you down, this episode is for you. --- Helpful resources: - Dave Ramsey on removing stress: https://youtu.be/3QXqfo9lYsg?si=JJOr7atzo351pdzh - Positive Intelligence (not Positive Psychology as I said in the episode): https://www.positiveintelligence.com/ - Emotional Vibration: https://www.google.com/search?q=emotional+vibration - Miracle Morning, by Hal Elrod: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Miracle-Morning-Not-So-Obvious-Guaranteed-Transform/dp/0979019710 - 5am Miracle, by Jeff Sanders: https://www.jeffsanders.com/podcast/ - Tony Robbins - Brian Tracey - How will you measure your life? by Clayton M Christensen: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Will-Measure-Your-Life/dp/0007449151 | |||
| 11 Nov 2024 | E140: Taming the Tech Tsunami to Find the Right Tools, with Abby Anderson | 00:34:36 | |
Tired of tech solutions that promise to simplify your operations but end up adding more chaos?
It seems that every new tool pledges to boost efficiency but often leads to increased complexity, draining your resources, and frustrating your team.
That’s why we’re excited to have Abby Anderson, who’s legendary for seamlessly integrating the right tech into the operations in her bookkeeping practice.
Her choices in tech have not just streamlined her firm; they’ve propelled it into rapid growth while freeing up Abby’s time.
So in this episode, Abby shares:
How she sorts through the tech noise to pinpoint solutions that truly deliver
Firsthand accounts of how the right tech has reshaped her business
Her strategy for keeping technology user-friendly and problem-focused
Practical advice for leaders overwhelmed by tech options
Got questions? Share them with us in the comments!
#DeStressYourBusiness #podcast #techintegration #AbbyAnderson #businessgrowth #efficiency #bookkeepingsoftware
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| 14 Oct 2024 | E136: Empower Your Team to Solve Problems | 00:24:05 | |
Ever find yourself in a meeting where your team keeps going in circles, and you’re the one who ends up solving all the problems? It’s exhausting. As a manager, it can feel like you’re carrying the weight of every decision, while your team waits for you to give them the answers. But what if you could guide your team to make better decisions without having to do all the heavy lifting yourself? Well, in episode 136 of the De-Stress Your Business podcast, I share how you can use facilitation skills to become a better manager — and how that can free up your time, empower your team, and help everyone achieve more. I dive into practical strategies for leading discussions, avoiding decision paralysis, and using what I call the ‘bungee intervention’ — a way to provide just enough direction to keep your team on track without taking over. #LeadershipSkills #EffectiveMeetings #FacilitationTips #DeStressYourBusiness #ManagementHacks #DestressYourBusiness | |||
| 26 Feb 2024 | E103: Close More Sales Without Being Pushy, with Matthew Elwell | 00:48:07 | |
Are you still using traditional sales methods and wondering why don’t work?
It might be time to rethink your approach.
In the current market, where the effectiveness of old sales techniques is dwindling, businesses are searching for ways to remain competitive and successful.
What's the secret to thriving in sales now?
Meet Matt Elwell, a luminary in the sales world. His journey from enthusiastic cold-caller to master negotiator of significant property deals showcases his adaptability and deep understanding of sales dynamics.
Matt’s expertise is not just in closing deals but in leveraging his extensive experience to connect with clients on a deeper level. His ability to combine practical techniques with a nuanced understanding of human behavior has set him apart as a thought leader in the field, inspiring a new wave of sales professionals to think differently.
Matt's accomplishments extend beyond the sales floor. As the author of 'Open With A Close,' he provides a fresh, psychological perspective on sales, challenging conventional methods.
And his insights as a global keynote speaker have resonated with audiences worldwide, including sharing stages with icons like David Goggins and Neil Patel.
In 2017, Matt turned his focus to the psychology behind effective selling. This led to the co-founding of the Elite Closing Academy in 2018, alongside Nick James. The Academy embodies Matt's vision of sales as an empathetic and impactful practice, equipping professionals with the skills to excel in today's market.
In this episode of 'De-stress Your Business,' we explore:
Matt’s journey from traditional tactics to innovative sales strategies
The profound impact of his book 'Open With A Close' on modern selling
Adapting sales strategies in a post-COVID business world
The critical importance of maintaining human connections in digital sales
Practical and empathetic sales techniques for today’s market.
Listen in for transformative insights into modern sales techniques that align with today’s dynamic business environment
#DeStressYourBusiness #podcast #SalesEvolution #MattElwell #EliteClosingAcademy #BusinessGrowth #ModernSelling
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| 15 Jun 2023 | E66: Recovering Debt Without the Stress, With Clayton M Coke | 01:02:46 | |
Are you feeling buried under the weight of cashflow problems and debt management in your business?
You're not alone, and we're here to help!
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, I'm joined by the fantastic Clayton M. Coke, a legal executive turned debt recovery expert and the engaging host of The Cashflow Show.
We had an in-depth conversation about how to free your business (and yourself) from the stress of cashflow and debt recovery. Clayton shared his journey from law to cashflow, as well as exploring how to turn business financial struggles into victories.
We also dove into:
The common mistakes businesses make with cashflow and how to avoid them
Simple, actionable steps you can take right now to start improving your cashflow situation
How your business finances affect not only your company, but your personal life as well
You won't want to miss this episode if you're looking to take control of your cashflow and kick financial stress to the curb.
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| 23 Dec 2024 | E46: Thanks for 2024! A Special Rhyming Holiday Episode | 00:03:34 | |
In this special rhyming episode of De-Stress Your Business, Alexis Kingsbury reflects on a whirlwind year, expressing gratitude for listeners and guests.
He gives you a whistle stop tour through ALL the interviews in 2024, grouped into topics like pricing models, marketing, sales strategies, and tech automation.
The episode also teases a comedy song, 'Be Kind to Your Accountant This Christmas,' available at: https://youtu.be/nDJmcQ2wx6Q
P.S. Alexis wrote the poem. It was NOT created by AI or by the team. So any complaints on poor rhymes can be blamed squarely on him. | |||
| 09 Sep 2024 | E131: How to Eliminate Crunch Time Stress, with Graeme Tennick | 00:35:14 | |
Are constant deadlines and stressed-out teams dragging your business down?
As a business leader, you know the toll that high-pressure periods, like tax season, can take on your team. The stress builds up, morale plummets, and soon you’re facing burnout, decreased productivity, and even the risk of losing your best talent.
This relentless cycle not only affects your team but also spills over into client interactions, impacting the growth and success of your business.
But it doesn’t have to be this way.
That’s why I sat down with Graeme Tennick, the mastermind behind Tennick Accountants, who has cracked the code on turning stress into success.
Graeme has transformed his firm by prioritizing team well-being, slashing stress during crunch times, and creating a happier, more productive work environment.
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, we dive into:
How Graeme eliminated crunch-time stress and improved team morale
The surprising strategies that turned deadlines from stressful to successful
Real-life examples of how a happier team led to better client interactions and business growth
Actionable tips for any business leader looking to reduce stress and retain top talent
Join us for an insightful conversation that will change the way you approach crunch times in your business. With Graeme’s proven tactics, you’ll learn how to create a work environment where your team thrives and your business flourishes.
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| 04 Nov 2022 | E27: How to Review Skills-fit Before the First Interview | 00:22:55 | |
Before we interview a job applicant, we want to test 2 things:
Are they a good fit for our organization?
Do they have the key skills we need in this role?
Looking at CVs is a terrible way of finding this out.
CVs and resumes:
Don’t give us the information we need
Don’t allow us fairly compare candidates
Take too long to review!
So we start the process by asking our candidates simple questions.
We start by seeing if they’re likely to be a good fit for our organization.
And if they are… we then look at whether they have the key skills we need.
The way we do this leads to a great experience for both our team and the people applying for jobs.
In today’s episode of De-stress Your Business, we dive deep into the second step: Using simple questions to review skills-fit.
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| 23 Oct 2023 | E86: Being Consistent with Your Marketing | 00:44:11 | |
I am terrible at marketing… so much in fact, that my business partner recently held an intervention to talk about my “social media problem”
But I'm not one to give up easily.
In my journey to improve, what I've found is that the key to success is combining consistency with rapid experimentation.
But most people aren't great at both. So how the hell are you meant to ramp up your marketing if you need both to succeed?
Discover the answer in the latest latest episode of the De-stress Your Business podcast!
So, whether you're a business owner, a marketing enthusiast, or just someone who appreciates a good dad joke, this episode is for you.
#Entrepreneurship #MarketingMagic #Experimentation #Consistency #DestressYourBusiness #EMC2023
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Helpful resources:
- Systemize your marketing toolkit: https://airmanual.link/emc
#Entrepreneurship #MarketingMagic #Experimentation #Consistency #DestressYourBusiness #EMC2023
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- Systemize your marketing toolkit: https://airmanual.link/emc | |||
| 15 Jan 2024 | E97: Growing Faster Using Simple Systems, with Adi Klevit | 00:28:54 | |
Is your business drowning in chaos? Desperately needing a lifeline to streamline operations?
Join Alexis in a powerful conversation with Adi Klevit, the guru of business transformation through effective systemization!
Adi, the brilliant mind behind the Systems Simplified podcast and founder of the Business Success Consulting Group, reveals the game-changing benefits of systemization for growing businesses.
In this episode, Adi unveils the real-life struggles businesses face without proper systems and dives into the transformative power of efficient processes.
Get ready to revolutionize your business game with Adi's insights and practical examples. Tune in now and take the first step towards a more streamlined and successful future!
#DestressYourBusiness #BusinessTransformation #SystemizationSuccess #StreamlineYourBusiness
For those watching this episode on YouTube… I’m sorry for the video issues — Adi’s connection dropped out multiple times and the tool we use (Riverside) wasn’t able to do what it is meant to and keep everything looking great. We’ve done our best, but you’ll see choppy and missing bits of video. The audio is all perfect though
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| 04 May 2023 | E62: 8 Levers to Improve Your Cashflow | 00:30:23 | |
Is cashflow an issue in your business right now?
Here are 3 levers you can pull to increase your incoming cash:
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| 08 Apr 2024 | E109: Step-by-step, How to Focus on a Specific Avatar | 00:13:41 | |
Struggling to stand out in the crowded market?
Dive into the power of niching down with our latest episode!
Alexis shares his own twists and turns, moving from a broad approach to striking gold by focusing laser-sharp on accounting businesses with AirManual.
Learn how zooming in on the perfect customer not only doubled conversions but also made the entire business smoother and more efficient.
From deep dives into industry insights to crafting 'Hunting Unicorns', this episode is packed with real-world lessons and actionable tips.
Tune in to hear about:
Real-life challenges and successes in implementing a niche-focused strategy
The creation of 'Hunting Unicorns', a fresh approach to finding top talent affordably
The steps that led to a breakthrough in customer focus
Get ready to find your niche and watch your business soar!
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Helpful resources:
- Sign up for our free webinar here https://airmanual.link/huntingunicorns
- Contact Alexis at alexis.kingsbury@airmanual.co
Want to learn more? Watch Alexis’s Masterclass to learn how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 07 Oct 2022 | E8: When the S**t Hits the Fan: How to Reduce Stress When Faced with Major Incidents | 00:20:22 | |
What should your business do when a major incident happens?
Perhaps your website’s gone offline.
Or your laptop with client data on has been stolen.
Or a team member’s made an offensive post on social media… and the press are covering it!
How can you avoid this being hugely stressful for both you and your team?
How can you get into a position where incidents can happen, but you don’t even to be involved?
We discuss this and more in today’s episode of De-stress Your Business.
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Templates you can use today:
- Incident response process: https://airmanual.link/templates/incident-response-process
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| 24 Feb 2023 | E52: Reducing Feast and Famine in Business, with Cordelia Kate | 00:32:18 | |
Many businesses suffer from a feast and famine cycle.
They work like mad to get some sales, then get crazy busy having to deliver... then find themselves having to survive on that income when those projects finish... and the cycle repeats!
It's super stressful and can leave business owners broken and hating the grind of their business.
In my experience, this is especially common in the coaching and consulting industry, so I spoke to Cordelia Kate, founder of the Rebellious Business Network, who is an expert in helping coaches and consultants get a steady stream of paying clients.
We talked about the approaches business owners can take to reduce the uncertainty, and how they can move towards having a business they truly love.
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| 18 Nov 2024 | E141: How to Win the Day, Every Day, with Baiju Solanki | 00:42:33 | |
Tired of feeling like every day is a losing battle?
You’re working harder than ever, but still, it feels like you’re failing to get ahead.
What if the problem isn’t the hours you’re putting in, but the way you’re approaching your day?
In this week’s episode of De-stress Your Business, we’ve got Baiju Solanki, award-winning entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and CEO of EnSpirit Global, whose proven methods have transformed countless leaders into high performers.
Baiju has helped business owners thrive, by showing them how to win the day—every single day.
Baiju’s game-changing insights include:
Why you’re losing the day and how to change it
How to work fast without the chaos
The exact steps to set yourself up for daily success
His proven strategies for breaking through internal barriers and unlocking your full potential
Baiju’s expertise has taken companies from struggling to succeeding, and his no-nonsense approach is exactly what you need to finally take control of your day.
If you’re ready to stop feeling stuck and start winning, this episode is a must-listen.
#DeStressYourBusiness #Leadership #BusinessSuccess #BaijuSolanki #WinTheDay #HighPerformance #Entrepreneurship
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| 25 Mar 2024 | E107: 3 Wastes of Time That Choke Your Business, with Lloyed Lobo | 00:54:45 | |
Making moves in your business, but hardly moving forward? Are you ready to stop sabotaging your own success?
Today, we're delving into the harsh realities of entrepreneurship with our guest, Lloyed Lobo. His journey is a testament to resilience and success.
From surviving the Gulf War to co-founding the fintech platform Boast.AI, empowering over 100,000 innovators through his community at Traction, and being featured in some of the world’s top business publications.
But here's the twist: he isn't just here to share his triumphs. Lloyed feels he has wasted so much time and money on doing the wrong things.
So, we’re diving deep into the mistakes he's made along the way, covering everything from the stupid things he's wasted time and money on, to the best investments he's ever made.
Join us as we navigate the pitfalls of entrepreneurial decision-making, revealing what truly matters when it comes to investing your resources wisely.
If you're ready to take control of your journey and make smarter choices, this episode is a must-listen!
#DestressYourBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Wisdom #ResourceManagement #LloyedLobo #PodcastJourney
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| 04 Sep 2023 | E79: 6 Months of Impactful Content in 60 mins, with Georgia Kirke | 00:47:45 | |
Ever felt overwhelmed trying to constantly generate content for your business?
Say goodbye to stress with our guest expert, Georgia Kirke, who has cracked the code on leveraging content to create impressive visibility for entrepreneurs!
Georgia leads the WBR team in strategizing, writing, editing, designing, publishing, and promoting chart-topping business books, blogs, and podcasts. With her unique process, you can generate 6 months of content in just 60 minutes!
Our discussion covers:
Georgia's journey from literature student to successful business coach and content expert
Her revolutionary process of generating half a year's content in an hour
The common mistakes in content creation and how to avoid them
Striking a balance between long and short-form content
The power of promotional campaigns and how to execute them successfully
Insights into Georgia's upcoming talk at Mat Wilson’s Entrepreneurs Marketing conference
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| 05 Apr 2023 | E58: Iterating Our Sales Process (with Epic Results!) | 00:29:33 | |
Over the last 12 months, we’ve iterated on our sales process at least 8x.
And we’re now converting 4x as many opportunities, in half the time.
The impact is life changing!
You might wonder…
How did we do it?
How did we get existing team members to change how they work in very short periods of time?
Which changes made the biggest impact, and which changes made things worse?
Join us and listen to find out!
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Helpful resources:
- Our sales brochure: https://airmanual.link/discover
- Example onboarding checklists: https://airmanual.link/onboarding
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Want to learn more? Join our weekly webinar and we'll show you how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 19 Aug 2024 | E128: Grow Like a Subscription Business, with Louise White | 00:49:27 | |
Does your revenue feel like a leaking bucket, where more effort pours in than value pours out?
Many entrepreneurs tirelessly chase new sales and pump resources into various business areas, only to find that their overall valuation barely budges. This constant grind can lead to burnout and frustration, leaving business owners questioning which parts of their revenue truly drive value and which are just exhausting their resources.
The uncertainty and stress of not knowing how to optimize or where to channel efforts effectively can stifle growth and innovation.
Enter Louise White, a titan in transforming business revenue and a visionary in market strategy. Having orchestrated the turnaround and explosive growth of numerous businesses, Louise consistently turns stagnant revenue streams into massive wealth generators.
From redefining media companies in the digital age to achieving a monumental 28X return on a business exit, her strategies have proven to be goldmines.
In today's episode, we sit down with Louise to uncover:
The secrets to distinguishing between high and low-value revenue.
Proven strategies for restructuring your business model to focus on the most profitable areas.
Insightful anecdotes from her own experience of turning struggling media companies into lucrative ventures.
Don’t miss this opportunity to reshape your perspective on revenue and propel your business to new heights with Louise White’s expert guidance!
#BusinessGrowth #RevenueOptimization #LouiseWhite #Podcast #Entrepreneurship #BusinessStrategy
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| 05 Jun 2024 | E117: Keep the Magic as You Grow | 00:17:22 | |
Are you struggling to align your team with your business values and brand?
Hanging a poster of your values on the wall isn’t enough to transform your business culture.
Leaders often recognize the need to define core values and establish a strong brand identity. Yet, as teams grow, maintaining these standards can become a significant challenge. Without consistent reinforcement, your business may lose its unique edge, becoming less special, less profitable, and less appealing to both employees and customers.
So, what’s the solution?
In this episode, I’ll guide you through the essential steps to embed your values and brand into every part of your business. We’ll explore what this looks like in practice and highlight common mistakes to avoid.
Learn what values and brand really mean for your business
Hear inspiring success stories of businesses that effectively integrated their values
Get actionable tips to ensure your values and brand are reflected in all aspects of your operations
Let’s transform your business into something truly special!
Listen now to episode 117 of the De-Stress Your Business podcast and start making a lasting impact!
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| 10 Feb 2023 | E50: Creating Grown-up Businesses with Paul Avins | 00:38:09 | |
What are the biggest stress points for entrepreneurs?
Today we’re speaking to Paul Avins — the award winning business coach, consultant, author and speaker, and better known to many as the Grown Up Business Coach.
We dive into:
How Paul became a business coach
The biggest stress sources of stress that Paul helps business owners with
Paul’s own experience of when stress became too much
Paul’s top tips on how to achieve your goals and de-stress your business
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Helpful resources:
- 67 Business Growth Tips is available for free at paulavins.com
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Want to learn more? Join our weekly webinar and we'll show you how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 21 Oct 2022 | E18: The Essential Steps for a Company Onboarding Process | 00:33:43 | |
What are the essential steps for a company onboarding process?
The 5 key areas to include are:
1️⃣ Meet the team 2️⃣ Set up tools 3️⃣ Learn about vision, values and goals 4️⃣ Learn how to work together and get support: accountabilities, processes, performance 5️⃣ Learn how the business works: Target market, products, services, competitors, customer stories This doesn’t need to take long… but it’s important you don’t skip any of this. Everyone on your team needs this context to perform well. And without it, you can expect bad decisions, mistakes, confusion, conflict… and general stress. In this episode, we go deeper into why it’s so important, and what to include in each step of the process. --- Want to learn more? Join our weekly webinar and we'll show you how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 08 Nov 2022 | E29: A Simple Way to Define Your Core Values | 00:32:21 | |
How do you go about defining core values?
Here’s a simple 4 step process:
List out the people in your organization that really shine. Don’t forget leaders!
List out the characteristics that they exhibit that really shine through. The ones that make a real difference to your customers. The ones that make it a place you’re proud to work in.
Take your long list, and iterate until you have 4–7 values that you really believe in. Try to choose the ones that will make a big impact to the way people behave.
Once you’re happy with your list, add descriptions and examples to illustrate what each behavior means in practice.
Once you have your core values, you should present them to the team and embed them into your organization:
Make them a key part of your recruitment process
Include them in performance reviews
Refer to them when making decisions
Publicly praise team members who exhibit them
Privately share feedback when team members conflict with them
We go deeper on this process in today’s episode of De-stress Your Business.
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| 28 Oct 2022 | E23: How to Manage Effectively When You Wear Many Hats | 00:24:25 | |
Within an organization, it’s common for one person to have more than one role.
We sometimes call this wearing more than one hat. And in a really small business, it’s not uncommon for one person to balance 3, 5, or even 10 more hats precariously on their head!
But it’s not just a small business problem.
As you scale up, you’ll always be introducing new teams. New teams will start off with a generalist who wears multiple hats, and over time you’ll hire specialists.
So how do we manage this?
The key is to look a few years into the future. Work out what roles will need to exist.
Then start working as if they already do. If that means that you currently wear 6 and a half hats on your head, then so be it.
Why? It will make your life much easier when it comes to systemizing processes, delegating tasks, and recruiting new employees.
Put simply: It allows you to scale.
We go deeper on this in today’s episode of De-stress Your Business.
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| 01 Jan 2024 | E95: Bootstrapping 3 SaaS Companies, with Melissa Kwan | 00:44:11 | |
What’s the biggest stress-point for a young SaaS business?
Money.
Like any business owner, Melissa Kwan’s trying to balance:
Growing a business for the long term
Paying herself
Paying the team
And it’s not easy.
Paddy Mann recently interviewed her on our De-stress Your Business podcast and dug into the challenges of bootstrapping businesses, and how Melissa’s tackling it with a team of contractors.
Tune in to find out how she’s tackling this, and the challenges she sees herself and others experiencing during the journey.
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Helpful resources:
- eWebinar (Melissa's company): https://ewebinar.com/
- Profit Led (Melissa’s podcast): https://ewebinar.com/podcast
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Want to learn more? Watch Alexis’s Masterclass to learn how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 20 Nov 2023 | E90: How to Break Team Silos | 00:25:41 | |
Ever find your teams stuck in silos, causing repeated work and dropped balls?
Unfortunately, there's no magic structure that avoids silos or eliminates the need for communication between groups. But you can learn to break them down, to ensure smoother operations.
So, if you're struggling with silos in your team then you can't miss this episode of De-stress Your Business.
Tune in to learn how you can use:
High-level training
Well-defined handoffs
Feedback loops
To break down silos, continuously improve and create a less stressful work environment.
Loaded with tips on organizing training, issue resolution tools, and real-life examples, this episode is your guide to a more efficient team.
#BreakTheSilos #EfficiencyBoost #DeStressYourBusiness
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Helpful resources:
- Discover AirManual brochure: https://airmanual.link/brochure
Alexis’s Masterclass on How to Free Up 15+ Hours Per Week and Unlock Growth: https://www.airmanual.co/webinar | |||
| 22 Apr 2024 | E111: How to Make Delegated Tasks Stay Delegated, with Adrienne Dorison | 00:38:25 | |
Tired of tasks bouncing back to you after you delegate them?
Feeling trapped in a cycle of micromanagement, despite having a capable team?
You're not alone.
Every entrepreneur dreams of a business that runs smoothly without their constant oversight, but achieving this seems like a Herculean task.
Enter Adrienne Dorison, the co-founder of Run Like Clockwork, and the wizard behind transforming businesses into self-sustaining entities.
With a track record of liberating business owners from the trenches of day-to-day operations, Adrienne has mastered the art of making delegation irreversible.
This episode of De-stress Your Business is a potential life-changer. We sit down with Adrienne to uncover:
How to ensure tasks you delegate don't find their way back to you.
Strategies to empower your team for ultimate independence.
The journey from operational efficiency expert to helping entrepreneurs worldwide achieve freedom from their businesses.
Exclusive insights into building a team that excels without your constant input.
Listen in for an eye-opening discussion that promises to end the delegation boomerang for good.
#DeStressYourBusiness #podcast #entrepreneurship #delegation #teamempowerment #businessautonomy #operationalEfficiency
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| 13 Nov 2023 | E89: Email Marketing with Less Stress, with Rob and Kennedy | 00:59:46 | |
Ready to transform your email marketing into an automated sales powerhouse? Then you can't miss this episode of De-stress Your Business!
Alexis sits down with email marketing experts, Rob and Kennedy.
In this captivating discussion, you'll discover the art of harnessing email marketing to supercharge your business performance and foster meaningful connections.
With their groundbreaking 'SCORE' method, Rob and Kennedy unveil the secrets to streamlining and enhancing your email campaigns for substantial sales growth.
With this strategy, you can concentrate on:
Engaging your target audience
Addressing objections effectively
Mitigating risks for potential customers
All while enjoying the freedom and flexibility of running other aspects of your business.
Get ready to take your email marketing to the next level!
#DestressYourBusiness #EmailMarketing #BusinessGrowth #Automation #SalesBoost
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Helpful resources:
- The Email Marketing Show podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-email-marketing-show/id1482265289
- The Email Marketing Show Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/emailmarketingshow
- Rob and Kennedy's website: https://www.emailmarketingheroes.com/
- Systemize your marketing toolkit: https://discover.airmanual.co/emc | |||
| 27 Apr 2023 | E61: Finding 5* Employees: Stress-Free Hiring, with Danielle Mulvey | 00:43:42 | |
Are you struggling to find top talent for your business?
Don't settle for average employees who don't contribute to growth.
Most business leaders find hiring stressful, frustrating, and challenging.
That's why I spoke with Danielle Mulvey, founder of the ALL IN Company, and expert in recruiting, hiring, and retaining 5-star employees.
Danielle runs multiple businesses with over $50-million in annual revenues and is collaborating with Mike Michalowicz on the book “ALL IN: How to Get Your Employees to Act Like Owners”.
Our conversation covers:
Danielle's journey from flight attendant to successful entrepreneur
The 5-Star Employee Rating System™ for identifying top talent
Common hiring mistakes and how to avoid them
The impact of 5-star employees on business success and profitability
Tips for retaining top talent and keeping them engaged
Insights into Danielle's collaboration with Mike Michalowicz
#destressyourbusiness #podcast #entrepreneurship #hiring #5StarEmployees #talentmanagement #businesssuccess #recruiting #retention #employeeengagement
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| 14 Nov 2022 | E33: Holding Onto Great Candidates You Can’t Hire Right Now | 00:33:00 | |
What to do you do when you have a great job candidate, but can’t hire them right now?
If you’re like most businesses, the answer is nothing.
Here’s a better option: Don’t do nothing.
Explain to the candidate that you wanted to hire them, but can’t right now.
Stay in touch — a short call once a quarter to give them an update on where you’re at, and find out what’s changed for them.
When a position comes up, reach out and see if they’re interested!
Because you’ve shown you care about them, they’re much more likely to leave another role to join your team.
And for your investment of a couple of hours per year, you’ve saved yourself and your team from weeks of recruitment.
It’s an awesome way to reduce stress in your business, and get better results.
And it’s the topic for today’s episode of De-stress Your Business.
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Helpful resources for today’s episode:
Recruitment process: https://airmanual.link/templates/recruitment-process
Checklist for reviewing a job candidate: https://airmanual.link/templates/review-a-job-candidate
Checklist for staying in touch with a great candidate: https://airmanual.link/templates/stay-in-touch-with-a-great-candidate
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| 04 Nov 2024 | E139: Make It Easy for Managers to Resolve Poor Performance | 00:15:59 | |
Struggling with underperforming employees? 😬 It can be tough when deadlines are missed, communication falters, and you're left unsure of how to tackle the issue effectively. Don't worry, you're not alone! In episode 139 of the De-Stress Your Business podcast, I dive into how to make it easy for you and your managers to resolve poor performance, ensuring it doesn't burden you or your team. 😅 Discover clear steps to enhance your management skills, from setting expectations to creating a culture of growth and support. It's time to turn performance challenges into opportunities for success! --- Helpful resources: - Want our best practice playbook and process templates to make performance management easy? Email alexis.kingsbury@airmanual.co | |||
| 25 Nov 2024 | E142: Tapping into Emotions to Close More Sales, with Kelvin Gieck | 00:52:09 | |
Is every potential client hitting you with, “Let me think about it,” and never closing the deal? 🧐 You’ve crunched the numbers, presented the data, and crafted the perfect logical argument — but your prospects still aren’t buying. They’re dragging their feet, avoiding decisions, and your sales are grinding to a halt. Sound familiar? You’re frustrated, exhausted, and wondering why all the facts in the world aren’t moving the needle. Here’s the hard truth: logic doesn’t sell, emotions do. That’s why we’re thrilled to have Kelvin Geick, co-founder of Twenty Eighty and Helm, on the podcast today. Kelvin is a master of turning emotions into action, cutting his sales cycle down by leading with emotional intelligence. He’s helped his businesses scale rapidly, turning hesitant prospects into fast “yeses” by focusing on what really moves people. 🌟 With his innovative EQ strategies, Kelvin has transformed his team’s approach to sales — and the results are undeniable. Our conversation covers: 👉 A deep dive into using emotions to win clients quickly 👉 How Kelvin trained his team to focus on EQ 👉 Practical strategies you can use to bring emotions into your own sales process Don’t miss this chance to learn from a leader who’s breaking all the rules and winning big! #DeStressYourBusiness #SalesSuccess #KelvinGeick #EmotionalIntelligence #SalesGrowth #BusinessStrategy #Leadership --- Helpful resources: - LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/kgieck/ - Website- https://www.twentyeighty.co/ - Recommended book: The e-Myth by Michael Gerber | |||
| 24 Oct 2022 | E19: The Essential Steps for a Role Onboarding Process | 00:37:39 | |
When you plan employee onboarding for a specific role, you need to consider both the short and long term goals.
On day one, the new joiner will be excited, but also anxious…
… Will they be able to deliver the value the team needs?
… Will they be welcomed?
… Will they be well supported?
We want to address these concerns as quickly as possible.
So look for a task that the new joiner can get productive in quickly, and focus on helping them get there. For a sales rep, it might be doing sales calls without support. For a software engineer, it might be developing simple features or fixing bugs.
Try to get here in days or weeks, not months.
Looking longer term, we want to help the new joiner to become happy and confident in all areas of their role.
This will take longer, and that’s OK. The key is not to stop until that end goal is achieved.
We go deeper into the essential steps for your role onboarding process in today’s episode of De-stress Your Business.
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Helpful resources:
- Company onboarding process template: https://airmanual.link/templates/company-onboarding
- Role onboarding process template: https://airmanual.link/templates/role-onboarding
- Set up employee onboarding checklist: https://www.airmanual.link/set-up-employee-onboarding
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| 06 Nov 2023 | E88: Live a Life You Love Without Burning out, with Will Polston | 00:53:47 | |
Burnout, stress, and dissatisfaction are all too common in the lives of business leaders.
We work hard, chasing what we think is success, only to find ourselves unfulfilled and on the verge of a breakdown.
But, what if the problem lies in our understanding of success and happiness?
In this episode of De-stress Your Business podcast Alexis Kingsbury interviews the remarkable Will Polston, an award-winning coach and bestselling author. He's devoted his life to helping people redefine success and live fulfilling lives
In this conversation Will explores the concept of success, happiness, and 'North Star Thinking’ — How aligning your life and business with what truly matters can help you avoid burnout and dissatisfaction.
He highlights the significance of mindset and the negative impact of living incongruent values, offering valuable advice on managing stress and overcoming depression.
If you're a business leader aiming for success without constant stress, this episode is a must-listen!
#SuccessMindset #Happiness #NorthStarThinking #BusinessLeaders #StressManagement #DestressYourBusiness #Podcast
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Helpful resources:
- Will's website: https://willpolston.com/
- Will's book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/North-Star-Thinking-Master-mindset/dp/1781337284
Alexis’s Masterclass on How to Free Up 15+ Hours Per Week and Unlock Growth: https://www.airmanual.co/webinar | |||
| 11 Mar 2024 | E105: One Life-Changing Habit to Get You More Time Back, with Jeff Gosling | 00:50:13 | |
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by the amount of work to be done, unsure of how to break free and reach your full potential?
Well, you're not alone — managing time is arguably the most common problem everyone struggles with.
Good time management comes from good habits.
But what habits do we need in place? And how can we make it easier to adopt these?
Our guest today is Jeff Gosling, who’s here to shed light on the power of habits to transform your business.
Jeff is a renowned speaker, published author, and trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies. He’s also an award-winning business coach with a track record of propelling entrepreneurs to success.
With decades of expertise, he’s helped numerous businesses confront the harsh realities of business stagnation and explore practical strategies for breaking free from the grip of bad habits.
Jeff has spent decades guiding numerous entrepreneurs to get the most from the time they have… and has managed to implement a time tracking habit into his own life which has transformed his productivity…
He’s done it EVERY DAY for FOUR YEARS!
In this episode you’ll discover:
How Jeff's unconventional habits propelled him from an average entrepreneur to a top-notch coach
How his time tracking strategy revolutionized his work and life
How seemingly overlooked habits can hold game-changing potential for business owners!
Get ready to unlock your business's full potential and break free from the grip of bad habits!
#DestressYourBusiness #businessgrowth #productivity #worklifebalance #habits #accountability #businessstrategy #entrepreneurship
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Helpful resources:
- Jeff's website: https://actioncoach.co.uk/coaches/jeff-gosling/
- Jeff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrgosling/ | |||
| 05 Feb 2024 | E100: The Best Bits from 99 Episodes | 00:35:26 | |
Today, we're celebrating a major milestone - it’s our 100th episode!
In this special episode, we're breaking away from the usual format to take a nostalgic look back at the lessons learned from our past 99 episodes. We'll revisit some of our team's favorite moments and engage in insightful discussions about the knowledge we've gained and the questions that have emerged. It's a reflection on our podcast journey so far and a preview of what's to come in the next 100 episodes!
This episode is a treat for our loyal listeners, serving as a reminder of the valuable insights you've gained and a chance to catch up on episodes you might have missed. But it's also a fantastic introduction for newcomers – welcome! If you enjoy what you hear, there's a treasure trove of content waiting for you in our previous episodes. Dive in and discover a wealth of knowledge and inspiration!
Join us in celebrating this milestone as we embark on a journey of continuous learning and exploration. Thanks for being a part of our podcast family! | |||
| 03 Jul 2023 | E70: Run like Mcdonald’s: Systemizing for Success, with Marianne Page | 00:42:58 | |
Striving for consistent business operation but feel something's missing?
Do you dream of a business operation that works without you? Where everyone knows exactly what they're doing, and does it to a very high standard? Where operational excellence is the norm?
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, I’m is joined by Marianne Page, a successful business mentor, and award-winning developer of high-performing teams. Marianne's approach to business has been shaped by her 27-year career with McDonald’s where she trained over 14,000 managers and franchisees.
In our discussion, we explore the value of simplifying and systemising businesses to allow for effective scaling. She dives into common objections and people challenges that arise when implementing new systems and shares her insights on how to overcome them.
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Helpful resources for today’s episode:
Marianne’s website: https://mariannepage.com/
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| 07 Nov 2022 | E28: Why [Clear] Core Values Are a Game Changer | 00:35:03 | |
When used correctly, company core values are an absolute game changer.
Some great examples:
Amazon: Customer obsession; Hire the best; …
Meta: Move fast; Focus on long-term impact; …
Our own: Focus on impact; Enjoy the journey; …
By making “Customer obsession” a core value for Amazon, Jeff Bezos didn’t need to be in every meeting. His leaders and teams would understand to always prioritize the customer experience over other concerns.
When Facebook changed their core values from “Move fast and break things” to “Move fast” and “Focus on long-term impact”, everyone was clear on how they should act.
When used well, these values will help everyone to make better decisions, from deciding who to hire to deciding where to have your annual off-site.
And in doing so, they remove a lot of stress and conflict.
In today’s episode of De-stress Your Business, we dive deeper into why core values are such a game changer.
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| 16 Nov 2022 | E35: When Should a Business Start Working on Their Processes? | 00:21:43 | |
Most businesses wait too long before they really put a spotlight on sorting out their processes.
The result?
Failed hires
Lots of mistakes
Leaders spending all their time supporting their team
And a ton of stress
So when is the right time to start working on your processes?
Really, it’s at the point where you realize that you have some processes that work, and that you need to hire employees to help the business grow.
At this point, your new employees will need clarity on what to do. If you’re asking them to take over sales calls, then work out the key steps that need to happen on every call. If you’re asking them to develop your website, then make it clear what they do to demonstrate that every update is of a high quality.
If you don’t do this, then expect them to make mistakes and drop balls. Expect to spend a lot of your time fixing these mistakes, and supporting the team. Expect failed hires, and a lot of stress.
In today’s episode of De-Stress Your Business, we go deeper on this subject — when is the right time to start working on your processes, and why?
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Want to learn more? Join our weekly webinar and we'll show you how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 18 Dec 2023 | E94: Document Faster, Delegate Better | 00:43:50 | |
Ever catch yourself thinking, "I don't have time for this" or "It's quicker if I do it myself"?
What if we told you there's a way to free up your time without compromising quality?
In this latest episode of De-stress Your Business, join Alexis Kingsbury and Jessica Abreu for a conversation on the art of delegating and documenting tasks.
Tune in as they discuss:
The secrets of efficient task delegation
How you can turn brain-draining tasks into simple, effective checklists
Why documenting is the key to stress-free business management
You'll also get a sneak peak into AirManual's new incredible AI-powered feature!
Don't miss out and discover how we're simplifying the complex and making business management a breeze.
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Helpful resources:
- Our AI-generated checklist “update 13 week cash flow forecast”: https://airmanual.link/update-13-week-cash-flow-forecast
- A short video that showcases our new AI feature: https://youtu.be/nmH9tixe_PU
Alexis’s Masterclass on How to Free Up 15+ Hours Per Week and Unlock Growth: https://www.airmanual.co/webinar
#DestressYourBusiness #BusinessTransformation #ProductivityHacks #DelegatingLikeAPro #AirManualMagic | |||
| 08 Jan 2024 | E96: Get Your Business Working for YOU, with Sanjiv Dodhia | 00:50:36 | |
Ever find yourself drowning in the day-to-day tasks of your business, dreaming of strategic growth but unsure how to break free?
In this episode, Alexis sits down with Sanjiv Dodhia, a seasoned business coach with over 35 years of experience.
They delve into strategies that can unshackle you from daily operations and allow you to focus on meaningful growth.
Tune in to listen as Sanjiv shares:
Real success stories
His powerful framework
The art of effective delegation
#De-stressYourBusiness #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurialJourney #StrategicPlanning #LifeEnrichment
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Helpful resources:
- Sanjiv's website: https://sanjivdodhia.actioncoach.co.uk/
- Sanjiv on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/londonbusinesscoaching/
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Want to learn more? Watch Alexis’s Masterclass to learn how to free up 15 hours per week and remove the constant stress of running a business, without slowing down growth. Visit www.airmanual.co/webinar for all the details! | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | E93: Your Business Should Run Like Clockwork, with Mike Michalowicz | 00:29:31 | |
Sometimes powerful concepts just don't take root and you're left struggling to figure out why.
Which is why we're so excited to share this interview with Mike Michalowicz.
Mike's unique approach has transformed the way hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs view and build their businesses, emphasizing reliable cash flow and systematic efficiency.
He's faced the highs and lows of business, from founding and selling multi-million dollar companies to losing it all. And now leading two new multi-million dollar ventures and authoring bestselling books.
In this interview Alexis and Mike explore:
The hidden reasons behind system hiccups.
The financial maze within your business.
Proven strategies for effective delegation and seamless system creation.
How you can overcome the self-imposed obstacles hindering your business success.
So, dive in and unravel the mystery of what really stops entrepreneurs from achieving 'clockwork' success in their businesses.
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Helpful resources:
- Mike’s website: www.mikemotorbike.com or https://mikemichalowicz.com/
- Mike’s books: https://mikemichalowicz.com/books/
Alexis’s Masterclass on How to Free Up 15+ Hours Per Week and Unlock Growth: https://www.airmanual.co/webinar
#DeStressYourBusiness #BusinessStrategies #EntrepreneurialInsights #SystemSuccess #ProfitFirstWisdom #MikeMichalowicz | |||
| 20 Dec 2022 | E44: The Process That Tried to Ruin Christmas | 00:24:48 | |
With less than a week until Christmas, a pesky process gone wrong threatened to cause a lot of festive stress for Paddy.
What went wrong?
How was it dealt with?
Will Paddy’s Christmas be saved??
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| 31 Jul 2023 | E74: How Marketing Experts Use AI, With Alfred Goldberg | 00:51:30 | |
Many business leaders are currently wondering whether artificial intelligence has got real business applications and many others have tried some AI, but not really seeing their teams start using it day to day.
This may lead us to question:
Is this just a fad?
Is AI going to really add value?
Are we missing the big opportunities?
How are experts using AI in their businesses?
So I wanted to share some of the practical ways in which AI is already being used by businesses to solve real business problems.
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, I'm absolutely thrilled to be having a chat with Alfred Goldberg, the founder and president of Absolute Marketing Solutions.
Alfred and his team have been at the forefront of digital marketing and technology for about two decades, implementing variety of tools and more recently AI solutions in creative and innovative ways to drive business growth, both for Him and his clients.
He is personally using AI tools daily in his business in loads of different ways. So I reached out to explore some of the practical benefits that he's getting, what the experience has been with his team, and what advice he has for other business leaders.
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| 24 Nov 2022 | E39: Remove Your Key Person Dependencies | 00:19:31 | |
One of the biggest sources of stress in the workplace?
Key person dependencies.
A key person dependency is simply when your team or business is dependent on a specific person to do certain tasks.
If your business only has one person who knows how to send invoices, or do payroll, or set-up the equipment for new joiners… you have a key person dependency.
You’ll experience the stress most acutely when that person isn’t available.
Suddenly, things will grind to halt. The team and customers will get frustrated. Countless hours will be wasted.
If you are that key person, then you’re going to struggle to finish on time, relax during your holidays, and catch-up when you get back.
On today’s episode of De-Stress Your Business we dig further into the pain caused by key person dependencies, and how to fix them.
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| 30 Oct 2023 | E87: Can’t Be Delegated? That’s BS. | 00:32:24 | |
If you've ever thought “only I can do this”, I'm here to tell you that's absolute b.s.!
When you decide that there are tasks that no one but you can do, you are holding yourself back.
There's just one thing that can only be yours — defining your life's goals and your business vision.
Everything else CAN be delegated.
So, if you've ever held back from handing over tasks, then you can't miss this episode of the De-stress Your Business podcast.
Tune in to hear examples of business owners who have struggled with delegation. And the amazing results they've gotten once they've let go
#DestressYourBusiness #Delegation #BusinessScaling #EmpowerYourTeam #UnlockPotential
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Helpful resources:
- Discover AirManual brochure: https://airmanual.link/brochure
Alexis’s Masterclass on How to Free Up 15+ Hours Per Week and Unlock Growth: https://www.airmanual.co/webinar | |||
| 20 Jan 2025 | E150: Supporting Teams Through Mergers and Other Changes, With Nikki Adams | 00:43:37 | |
Mergers can tear teams apart… when they are trying to bring teams together!
Uncertainty spreads like wildfire, leaving employees anxious about their jobs and leaders scrambling to restore focus. Productivity plummets as confusion and fear take hold.
The best talent starts eyeing the exit, while the rest are stuck wondering if their contributions even matter. For leaders, it’s a nightmare—morale crumbles, resistance grows, and the stress of trying to hold it all together feels insurmountable.
That’s why we’re talking to Nikki Adams, the Joint Managing Director of Ad Valorem Group and a leader who’s been in the trenches of business transformation for over two decades. Nikki has built award-winning teams, steered organizations through complex mergers, and implemented strategies that turn chaos into collaboration.
Recognized as a Xero Mid-Size Firm of the Year winner and one of Practice Ignition’s Top 50 Women in Accounting, Nikki is known for her ability to unite teams, reduce stress, and make even the most daunting transitions a success.
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, we dive into:
The first steps leaders must take to calm employees and regain control during a merger
How to avoid the classic mistakes that stress employees and kill morale
Strategies Nikki uses to turn resistant teams into unified powerhouses
Real-life examples of mergers that went from disaster to triumph under Nikki’s guidance
If you’ve ever wondered how to manage a merger without losing your team—or your sanity—this episode is for you.
Don’t miss this game-changing conversation on De-stress Your Business!
#DeStressYourBusiness #Leadership #MergersAndAcquisitions #ChangeManagement #NikkiAdams #TeamSuccess #EmployeeEngagement
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| 13 Oct 2022 | E12: How to Create Checklists Your Team Will Love 😍 | 00:34:01 | |
The best way to document your team’s tasks, training and onboarding?
Checklists.
But how do you write a good checklist?
How much detail is needed?
And how do you avoid issues when people actually start using it?
We’re discussing all this and more on today’s episode of De-stress Your Business.
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| 15 Nov 2022 | E34: Most Leaders Can Free Up 15 Hours Per Week | 00:34:14 | |
One of the biggest sources of stress for business leaders is simply time.
There’s never enough of it
So, what if I told you that sorting your processes could help you free up 15 hours every week (!!)
To be honest, you’ll hear that number and simply disregard it…
It sounds nice… but you suspect it’ll take a lot of work, and you probably won’t find 15 hours to save, right?
This is normal. When it comes to sorting processes, most leaders…
Underestimate the benefits
Overestimate the effort needed
So on today’s episode of De-stress Your Business, we go deeper on how sorting your processes will help you free up time.
And how you can get start seeing these results really quickly.
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| 18 Jul 2023 | E72: Setting up a New CFO for Success, with Kevin Appleby | 00:56:38 | |
Struggling with the challenges of a new CFO role, or getting one set up?
Want to set yourself up for success from day one?
Transitioning into a CFO role can be daunting, with common hurdles and pressure points. But don't worry, we've got you covered in today's podcast!
We're chatting with Kevin Appleby, co-founder of GrowCFO, who's a guru in guiding new CFOs on their journey. He's a seasoned finance leader with a knack for helping CFOs conquer those early days in their role.
Our conversation delves into:
The pressure points of a new CFO and how to increase their chance of success
Tackling finance issues like cash flow like a pro
Top-notch strategies to rapidly boost your functional and business acumen
Navigating the art of saying 'no'
How the size of your company can influence your stress levels
Don't miss this insight-packed Episode 72 of De-stress Your Business podcast!
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| 22 Jan 2024 | E98: Letting Go, to Grow Your Business with Joe Siecinski | 00:54:15 | |
Feeling trapped in your business because you can't let go?
Time to break free from the reins and scale up!
Many leaders struggle with the fear of losing control, hindering growth.
In this episode, Alexis is joined by Joe Siecinski, a mastermind in mentoring CEOs and executive teams for business success.
Joe has transformed companies from within, focusing on effective leadership and team empowerment.
They dive into:
The psychology of 'letting go' in leadership
Strategies for successful delegation without losing quality
Building trust within your team for exponential growth
Joe's approach to cultivating strong, decisive leadership skills
Real-life success stories of businesses that thrived by embracing empowerment
Tune in to De-stress Your Business Episode 98 for these invaluable insights.
#DeStressYourBusiness #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #TeamEmpowerment #ScalingUp #brainSHARE
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| 12 Apr 2023 | E59: How to Stay Ahead of the Disruptive Power of AI | 00:26:25 | |
Are you ready for the AI revolution?
AI is already transforming industries and businesses.
From finance to healthcare to retail, AI is changing the game, and it’s only just getting started — don't get left behind!
Well known companies like Amazon, Netflix and Spotify have already embedded AI into their businesses, but other smart businesses leaders are already starting to get the benefit too.
In this episode, we explore how AI is impacting industries and businesses, what’s already possible, and what business leaders can do to stay ahead of potential disruption.
Tune in for practical strategies for the future of work.
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Want to learn more? Get our free guide for business leaders on using AI and ChatGPT. It even includes a training checklist you can use with your team to get them up to speed: https://airmanual.link/ai/ebook | |||
| 06 Jan 2025 | E148: How to Respond When Your Entire Team Walks Out, With Eriona Bajrakurtaj | 00:42:53 | |
What do you do when everything is falling apart?
Your entire team walks out, leaving you with no one to lean on and years of expertise wiped out overnight. Clients are questioning your ability to deliver, peers are skeptical of your vision, and the sheer weight of rebuilding feels impossible.
Worse yet, you can’t help but wonder—was it all your fault? Did you push too hard, fail to communicate, or simply choose the wrong people?
That’s exactly what Eriona Bajrakurtaj faced—and conquered. As CEO of Major’s Accounts and founder of Volt Digital Transformation, Eriona didn’t just survive the collapse of her team—she turned it into the foundation for a thriving digital empire.
Today, she leads a fully digital accounting practice serving over 1,600 clients, has pioneered cutting-edge systems that future-proof businesses, and is recognized as a trailblazer in digital transformation.
Her story is one of resilience, bold decisions, and proving skeptics wrong at every turn.
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, Eriona shares:
How she bounced back after losing her team during a digital transformation
The bold moves she made to build a more agile and aligned workforce
Her strategies for navigating skepticism from industry peers
Why embracing challenges can lead to your biggest breakthroughs.
If you’ve ever felt like your business was on the brink, this episode will inspire you to rethink setbacks and come back stronger.
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| 30 Sep 2022 | E3: The Types of Task You Should Be Delegating | 00:32:57 | |
When we get busy as business leaders, we often forget one of most powerful tools we have to free up time: Delegation.
Today, we’re going to look at the types of tasks that you can be delegated across the business: Sales, Engineering, Finance, Data Security, IT, HR, Marketing…
And we’ll review the common rules you can use to identify tasks to delegate, wherever you are in your business.
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| 25 Sep 2023 | E82: How to Get Your Team to Follow the Process | 00:16:00 | |
Most business owners struggle with one thing that seems easy on the surface…
How do you get your team to FOLLOW THE PROCESS?
For example, Darren is the owner of multiple dog hotels.
One day, he told me he was frustrated that his team would not consistently follow the processes in his business.
As a result, mistakes were frequent (risking the health of the dogs), team members were inefficient (increasing costs) and he was required to be on hand EVERY DAY to deal with issues.
He wanted to know… What should he do? Should he give up trying to get people to follow the process? Are the people the problem? Does he need to fire people? Is his business unusual? Why won’t people just do things right?
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, I’m going deep into the advice I gave him, the changes Darren made, and what happened as a result.
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| 11 Oct 2022 | E10: The 8 Reasons Why Most Documentation is Doomed to Fail (Part 2) | 00:27:38 | |
There are 8 reasons why most documentation is doomed to fail:
It’s not obvious where content should go
It’s not focused on your biggest business problems
It takes too long to create
It’s not easy to use
No one’s held accountable for using it
No one’s held accountable for maintaining it
People feel uncomfortable suggesting updates
Your team’s had no training
On today’s episode we’re looking at how those last 4 points will hold you back, and what you can do about it.
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| 27 Oct 2022 | E22: How to Manage Your Employee Onboarding Process | 00:26:00 | |
There are a lot of different people involved when getting ready for a new joiner!
How do we make this easy to manage?
First, work out exactly who needs to be involved and why:
HR will need to support the new joiner before they join, and during company onboarding
Finance will need to set up payroll
IT will need to set up system access
The manager will need to handle role onboarding
An assigned buddy can help to support the new joiner in the first weeks
Then think work out who will be responsible for the overall process.
We want to avoid a lot of handovers that could lead to dropped balls. So let HR be responsible until the end of company onboarding, and then handover to the manager.
Finally, create a checklist for each person involved to use. HR’s checklist can include steps to ask Finance and IT to complete theirs, and to check it actually happens.
We cover all this and more in today’s episode of De-stress Your Business.
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Helpful resources:
- Checklist for HR: https://airmanual.link/templates/hr-onboarding-checklist
- Checklist for manager: https://airmanual.link/templates/manager-onboarding-checklist
- Checklist for Buddy: https://airmanual.link/templates/buddy-checklist
- Checklist for Finance to set up payroll: https://airmanual.link/templates/payroll-checklist
- Checklist for IT to set up system access: https://airmanual.link/templates/system-access-checklist
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| 18 Nov 2022 | E37: Don’t Think You’re Process Oriented? Think Again | 00:23:02 | |
Many small business owners describe themselves as being “not very process oriented”.
Not true!
As a business owner, you inevitably end up:
Talking to customers
Seeing what works and makes them smile
Seeing what doesn’t work and makes them frown
Repeating the steps that make them smile
Removing the steps that make them frown
You do the same in every other area of your business. You ask for more of what works, and less of what doesn’t.
This is what being process oriented is all about!
The issue is making it scale, so others with less experience can get the same results.
In today’s episode of De-stress Your Business we’re digging into this myth, and the solution for those of you who say you’re “not very process oriented”!
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| 25 Nov 2022 | E40: What’s Your Life Changing Goal? | 00:22:41 | |
When we work with new customers, we often help them to answer this question:
What’s your life changing goal?
In business, we’re often too focused on the revenue and growth, and forget the impact it’s having on our actual lives.
Rather than focusing on increasing profit 10%, what would it mean for you if:
You could take 4 week holidays every summer?
You could spend much less time on the tasks that drain you, and much more time on the tasks you love?
You were no longer spending evenings and weekends fixing issues?
You were no longer needed in the business, and could sell or work less [as a business owner]?
These are life changing goals.
And if you fix them the right way, then…
You’ll be happier.
Your friends and family will be happier.
Your colleagues will be happier.
Your business will be stronger (and yes — revenue and growth will improve too!)
In today’s episode of De-stress Your Business we go deeper into why this is such an important question, and how it can help your business.
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| 19 Feb 2024 | E102: How to Scale a Consultancy Business, with Tony Lockwood | 00:53:50 | |
Are you running a consultancy or a other high-touch service-based business and find yourself at the center of every operation?
Want to scale but feel like you're a bottleneck?
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, we're joined by Tony Lockwood, an experienced consultant, founder of The Transformation Leaders Hub (TLH), and host of The Transformation Leaders podcast.
We dive into:
Tony’s lessons learned from building multiple consultancy businesses, and working with others via TLH
Overcoming the challenges of delivering high-touch, varied consultancy work at scale
Strategies to stay connected with clients even when busy on projects
How to reduce the risk and stress of having a small number of customers
Key activities to perform to scale and grow a high-touch service-based business
If you're grappling with making your business independent of your involvement in bespoke projects, this episode is a must-listen!
#DeStressYourBusiness #consultancy #businessgrowth #entrepreneurship #scalingup #worklifebalance
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| 16 Feb 2023 | E51: How to Turn AI into Your Best Junior Employee | 00:20:44 | |
We’re entering a new age, where AI is processing information at a massive scale to give us conclusions, ideas and decisions.
The possibilities are overwhelming!
But don't worry, in this episode we:
Share a practical way of looking at AI as a ‘junior employee’
Help you to get clear on how to use AI and mitigate its limitations
Share some great resources to help you prepare your business for the new age
You won’t want to miss out on exploration of how AI is changing the game and how it can benefit your business!
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Helpful resources:
- Upcoming webinar on AI and Chat GPT (The Huge Opportunities and Risks For Businesses, and Why You Need to Start Paying Attention TODAY): https://airmanual.link/ai/webinar
- The Business Leader’s guide to AI and ChatGPT ebook: https://airmanual.link/ai/ebook
- Training checklist for you and your team: https://airmanual.link/templates/learn-ai
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| 03 Oct 2022 | E4: How to Deal With Issues (And Avoid Conflict) | 00:26:45 | |
The one thing that you can guarantee in business, is that issues are going to come up.
And you need a way of dealing with them so that:
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| 21 Nov 2022 | E38: Stop the Same Mistakes From Happening Again and Again | 00:29:19 | |
There’s nothing more frustrating than seeing the same mistakes happening again and again.
And it hurts in so many ways…
Team members end up:
Wasting countless hours repeating the same work
Getting anxious about not delivering
Feeling like they’re not growing
Feeling under-supported and frustrated with management
And managers:
Lose countless hours providing support and fixing issues
Get frustrated at the team not delivering
End up micromanaging rather than coaching
Don’t get time for the higher value tasks they really enjoy
How do we put an end to mistakes? How do we get off the treadmill and start making real progress?
This is our topic for today’s episode of De-Stress Your Business.
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| 27 Jan 2025 | E151: How to Handle Customer Feedback Without the Stress, With Rachel Harris | 00:46:22 | |
Customer feedback can be a gift—or a challenge. For service businesses, mastering how to handle it is key to improving your offering and keeping clients happy. But what’s the best way to respond to tough criticism without defensiveness or ensure glowing praise doesn’t go unnoticed?
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, Rachel Harris, aka “accountant_she,” shares her proven process for handling customer feedback in a way that fuels growth and reduces stress. Rachel, an award-winning accountant and advocate for small businesses, reveals how to:
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| 05 Aug 2024 | E126: B2B Marketing Made S.I.M.P.L.E | 00:48:34 | |
Have you moved away from what you love, to being overwhelmed by the complexities of growing your business? Are you constantly battling the complexities of marketing your business, leaving you little time to do more of what you love? 😩 Does the struggle to attract quality clients leave you feeling frustrated and overwhelmed? 😅 For many small business owners, marketing can feel like an endless maze of tasks that yield inconsistent outcomes. The lack of a clear, effective strategy often leads to wasted time, effort, and resources, creating a cycle of stress and disappointment. 🤦♂️ That's why in today's podcast, we're bringing you an expert who can turn this struggle into a streamlined success. 🌟 Meet Ben Caine, the marketing maestro behind Benchmark Content. With over a decade of experience in transforming marketing efforts for small businesses, Ben has developed the revolutionary S.I.M.P.L.E Marketing system. His approach has helped countless business owners attract clients who see their services as valuable investments rather than just costs. 📈 Ben’s journey is as inspiring as his results. From a journalist to a marketing powerhouse, he has mastered the art of making marketing simple and effective. Under his guidance, businesses have seen remarkable transformations, breaking free from the marketing maze to do more of what they love. 🌠 Our conversation covers: 👉 Ben's journey from journalism to marketing guru 👉 The profound impact of his brother's passing on his mission to help others 👉 The S.I.M.P.L.E Marketing system and why it works 👉 Common marketing mistakes and how to avoid them 👉 Real success stories and transformative strategies 👉 Tips for staying motivated and effective in your marketing efforts
--- Helpful resources: - LinkedIn- https://uk.linkedin.com/in/bencaine - Website- https://morequalityleads.com/freemasterclass - Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/groups/marketingtoattractqualityclients | |||
| 22 Jun 2023 | E68: The Personal Pain of Closing a Business, with Penny Power OBE | 00:34:59 | |
Can you imagine closing a business you’d built over 14 years of hard work, with a huge financial loss?
Navigating cash flow problems in business is a common cause of stress for entrepreneurs.
There are strategies to manage cash flow effectively… but what about strategies to handle the personal toll it takes when things go wrong?
In today's episode, I’m talking with Penny Power OBE, who created the first business social network (Ecademy) and navigated her own significant cash flow challenges including having to close her business when it could no longer compete with LinkedIn.
Penny shares her unique insights into handling the personal stress that comes with cash flow problems, learned from her entrepreneurial journey, including the rise and fall of Ecademy, the first business social network.
Don't miss out on her valuable advice on stress management, personal growth, and resilience in the face of financial crises.
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| 14 Dec 2022 | E43: How To Get on Top of Your Business Finances | 00:28:19 | |
Not being on top of you business finances can cause so much stress
And in so many ways…
You’re never clear on the real situation.
Just how much money do you have? When will you run out?
You discover issues too late.
Thousands of pounds get wasted on unused subscriptions.
Tens of thousands of pounds have to be written off after some internal fraud.
(We’ve seen this — it sucks!)
You can spend years scaling a business, yet struggle to find the money to pay yourself more.
We experienced this ourselves.
To say it’s depressing is an understatement.
You feel stressed when you spend time on finances (which you think is better spent elsewhere)… and stressed when you don’t spend time on finances.
It’s a lose-lose situation.
To sort this… you need to develop some good habits. And in today’s episode of De-stress Your Business, we’re looking into just how you can do that.
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| 23 Mar 2023 | E56: Preparing for the Big Event | 00:22:41 | |
How do you prepare for your first big conference?
We’re live at Expert Empires today with over 500 business owners.
It’s definitely not our first event, but it’s the first we’ve bought the team to promote AirManual. And the first time I’ll be speaking to over 500 people (tomorrow!)
Which is super exciting…
But a little stressful??
So, on today’s episode, we’re going to share a little about how we’ve prepared, and the steps we’ve taken to de-stress the whole experience.
Both for this event, and for future.
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| 24 Mar 2025 | E153: Should I Fire Them or Give Them Another Chance? | 00:18:03 | |
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, Alexis Kingsbury dives into assessing and resolving employee underperformance.
He discusses the importance of using performance data over gut instinct, signs that indicate potential improvement, and when to consider firing an employee.
Alexis also covers the significant costs of keeping underperformers, creating structured improvement plans, and the consequences of inaction. Tune in for practical advice on maintaining high team morale and productivity.
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Helpful resources:
- Get the playbook for resolving unsatisfactory employee performance at https://www.airmanual.co/resources | |||
| 17 Jun 2024 | E119: Affordable Talent, Without Hunting Unicorns | 00:24:37 | |
Are you tired of chasing unicorns in your hiring process? It’s time to shift your strategy and discover a more effective way to build your team!
In episode 119 of the De-Stress Your Business podcast, we dive deep into the realities of finding affordable talent and why the hunt for the perfect "mini-me" is setting you up for failure. Join Alexis Kingsbury as he shares practical advice on attracting and retaining amazing team members without breaking the bank.
In this episode, we’ll cover:
Why hunting unicorns is a costly mistake
Breaking down roles and skills for better hiring decisions
Hiring for culture fit and skill match
Providing processes, guidance, and training to ensure success
Tune in to hear real-life examples of what works and what doesn't, and get actionable steps to transform your hiring process. Whether you’re a small business owner or a leader in a growing company, this episode is packed with insights to help you build a dynamic team without the mythical quest.
Listen now to episode 119 of the De-Stress Your Business podcast and start building a team of exceptional talent!
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| 03 Feb 2025 | E152: Why HMRC and Tax Causes So Much Stress and How to Tackle It, with Paul Aplin OBE | 00:49:07 | |
For many business owners, dealing with HMRC and tax compliance is one of the most stressful parts of running a business. The fear of making mistakes, the pressure of deadlines, and the complexity of the system can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we’re joined by Paul Aplin OBE, a trailblazer in tax and business strategy. With decades of experience and a leading role in the Making Tax Digital initiative, Paul shares practical advice for reducing tax-related stress and avoiding common pitfalls. We cover: 👉 How to simplify your tax processes and save time. 👉 Practical tips for confident communication with HMRC. 👉 Tools and strategies to reduce the anxiety of compliance. Whether you dread tax deadlines or want to feel more in control of your business finances, this episode is packed with actionable insights you won’t want to miss! What’s your approach to managing tax stress in your business? Let us know in the comments! #DeStressYourBusiness #Leadership #TaxCompliance #BusinessStrategy #HMRC --- Helpful resources: - Paul Aplin OBE on Twitter / X: https://x.com/PaulAplinOnTax - Paul Aplin OBE on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/paulaplinontax.bsky.social - Paul Aplin OBE on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-aplin-obe-a799bb13/ - Resources on how to get your processes sorted: https://www.airmanual.co/resources | |||
| 27 May 2024 | Episode 116: Embrace Your Inner Control Freak | 00:17:36 | |
Are you a bit of a control freak? (Like me!) 😬 Sometimes perfection and can be the enemy of greatness, particularly when it comes to delegation — holding us back from making progress because we need everything to be “just so”. 👌 However, sometimes leaders attempt to delegate, and find that the person they delegated to doesn’t do a good job. 🤦♂️ They make mistakes. 🤦♂️ They ask repeated questions. 🤦♂️ They completely miss the whole point! The leader ends up with the work back on their plate, and resolves that they are just too much of a control freak to hand the work over… they end up trapped! So in this episode I go deep into this issue — how you can embrace just the right amount of your inner control freak to get amazing results when delegating… and the real life examples of it going well, and spectacularly wrong! --- Helpful resources: - Lear more about AirManual: https://www.airmanual.co | |||
| 31 Mar 2025 | E154: Talking to Employees About Poor Performance, Without the Stress | 00:11:35 | |
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, host Alexis Kingsbury discusses how to effectively manage conversations about employee performance issues.
He outlines a three-step framework to address underperformance without causing stress, awkwardness, or defensive reactions. Through specific feedback, clarifying the impact of mistakes, and setting clear expectations for improvement, Alexis provides actionable steps to enhance employee performance and maintain team morale.
01:08 Why Leaders Avoid Performance Conversations
01:29 The Consequences of Avoidance
02:17 Setting Clear Expectations
02:59 Giving Specific Feedback
04:07 Focusing on the Impact
04:58 Setting Clear Expectations for Improvement
06:01 Handling Pushback Calmly
07:24 Reinforcing Accountability
08:00 Conclusion and Next Steps
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Helpful resources:
- Get a playbook for resolving unsatisfactory performance available at www.airmanual.co/resources | |||
| 18 Mar 2024 | E106: Leveraging a COO to Go From Chaos to Freedom, with Emma King | 00:56:14 | |
Ever wondered about the game-changing role of a Chief Operating Officer (COO) and how it could revolutionize your business?
Join us as we dive deep into the power of the COO in your business, with the incredible Emma Cartmell, CEO of CHS Events and co-founder of COO Accelerator.
Explore Emma's journey from the energy industry to heading a thriving events empire.
Learn key strategies to enhance your effectiveness stepping into the COO role.
Understand the crucial distinctions between CEO and COO roles with real-world examples.
Discover how a stellar COO can not only reduce stress but drive overall business success.
Get insights into the growth story of the Conference & Hospitality Show and the role of a dynamic COO.
Don't miss out on Emma's practical strategies and personal stories that bring a wealth of experience and insights.
#destressyourbusiness #leadership #COO #businessgrowth #entrepreneurship
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