Business By Design Duo Podcast
We know it is challenging being a business owner! The Her Business by Design podcast is for female business owners' and leaders looking for inspiration and ideas on how they can elevate their leadership and level up their business and profits. We explore all aspects of business ownership, with a particular focus on empowering women to be strong leaders, by providing them with the practical ideas and the knowledge to cultivate a positive and productive business culture. So, Join us, Elaine Richards and Tamara Lloyd founders of Business By Design Duo, for inspired chats with our favorite female business owners and leaders to uncover their journey, tips and ideas to help you succeed in leadership and in business.
Episodes
In this episode we ask the question - are you managing your team or leading them? And, what’s the difference?
Leadership requires a vision to guide change. Whereas managers focus on achieving organisational goals through process implementation, such as budgeting, organisational structure, and staffing, leaders are more concerned with thinking ahead and seizing opportunities
In today's fast-pa...
During this episode we dive into the importance of Exit Interviews and how to get the most out of them. We look at:
What is an exit interview?
Why should you do them?
When should you do them?
Who should conduct them?
We also provide you with some examples of exit interview questions:
1 - What were the primary reasons for your decision to leave the company?
2 - Can you elaborate on any specific aspects of your job or the work envi...
In this episode we explore your “Why”! Your purpose or your why is the fundamental reason your company exists and how this can help your business grow and become a business of attraction for clients and staff. Your purpose is not about the specific product or service you offer and it's also not directly about making money.
The power of purpose in business refers to the idea that having a clear and meaningful purpose can drive suc...
Welcome back, and Happy New Year! It’s important to realign yourself after a long break or holiday and make sure your actions are in line with your business and personal goals. In this episode we look at:
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Getting reset after kids go back to school. Diarise work and personal for balance and to meet your goals.
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Hey everyone! It’s Elaine and Tamara here, and we're super excited to share with you our final episode for 2023! This one's a true gem, packed with insights to kickstart your business into the new year with a bang!
As we wrap up this year, it's the perfect time to reflect, plan, and envision. Here's a sneak peek at what we're diving into:
- Reflect on the Past Year: We talk about the impo...
Today, we're tackling a topic that's often overlooked but crucial: "Are your outdated systems and processes losing you Money and Staff?"
It's time for a system shake-up!
Why, you ask? Here's the scoop:
- Staff Sanity: Keeping your team happy means keeping your systems in check.
- Mistake Costs: Outdated processes can lead to costly errors. Who needs that?
We've got a special treat for your ears and hearts. Our latest podcast episode is out, and it's all about rekindling that fiery love affair with your business!
We're talking about those moments when the spark seems to dim and how to fan those flames to fall head over heels in love with your business all over again.
- Planning Days: Remember those? Just you, us, and a whiteboard full of d...
Hey there, inspiring leaders! Elaine and Tamara here with some exciting news: our latest Her Business By Design Podcast episode has dropped, and it's a must-listen for anyone who's ever wondered how to roll out the red carpet for new team members.
This episode is all about "Improving Staff Inductions: Strategies for Successful Creation and Implementation" – because we all know first impressions count, es...
Hey incredible leaders! We are thrilled to announce our latest episode on the Her Business By Design Podcast - a deep dive into the realm of Staff Retention.
We've chatted about many aspects of leadership, but today's episode? It’s the secret sauce. From recruiting for culture and the significance of a thorough induction (oh, remember our previous chat on that one?) to the importance of regular catch-ups and personal connections, w...
Hey amazing listeners! Elaine and Tamara here, and guess what? It's our 21ST PODCAST BIRTHDAY! And you know we love to celebrate big milestones with even bigger topics!
We've got something special in store for you. Today, we're diving deep into the art of "Surveying your Team to Create a Stronger Team Culture." Yup, you asked, and we listened! (Shoutout to our eagle-eyed listener who threw this topic our way!)
Are you Team Confiden...
Ever had one of those team meetings that felt more like a bedtime story? (And not the magical kind!) Well, we've been down that road, and guess what we discovered? The power of EFFECTIVE communication.
In our latest podcast episode, we dive deep into the art of communicating with your team for a MAXIMUM positive impact.
🔸 Sneak Peek:
- Plan & Diarise: From daily catch-ups to annual meetings, mark them down. Consistency is
- M...
We've just dropped a fresh episode of the Business By Design podcast, and it's all about the magic of working with a Business Coach!
Ever wondered how some businesses skyrocket while others seem to plateau? The secret often lies in having a guiding hand - a Business Coach.
In this episode, we delve deep into how having this dedicated professional by your side can be the game-changer you've be...
In today's episode, we're diving into a super important topic: creativity in business and how to get your creative juices flowing. We'll talk about how having the right mindset and workspace can really fire up your creativity. Taking breaks and changing your work location every now and then can also give your creativity a big boost.
Plus, we'll highlight how adding some good vibes to your w...
This episode we're diving deep into the significance of having a clear, defined vision and a solid plan of action.
Having a vision is like having a guiding light, making it so much easier to choose, or even create, the right path and lay down the foundations of every robust plan.
Achieving this clarity and precision might take a hot minute! We can vouch for it—our journey to crystallise our c...
Ever felt the energy wane in your business? That things are just feeling a bit... stale?
In this podcast episode, we dive deep into the importance of infusing FUN into your business in our latest episode. From lively social events to footy tipping, Master Chef-inspired cook-offs, and even embracing days like Donut Day or International Days relevant to your industry, the possibilities to uplift and rejuvena...
Are you Team "Bring on the Change!" or Team "Change Gives Me the Jitters!"? No matter which squad you’re cheering for, we've got the ultimate playbook for you!
In this latest episode of the Business By Design podcast, we’re spinning the change turntable. We chat about dancing through business transitions with some smooth moves, zero missteps, and a whole lotta groove.
We've all been there: some days, we're ready to jump into the n...
Hey business builders! Ready for a combo that's as perfect as peanut butter and jelly? Business brilliance AND fitness finesse! That’s what's up in our newest episode of the Her Business By Design podcast.
Meet Kirsten Jones - a dynamo personal trainer who doesn't just flex her muscles, but her entrepreneurial skills too! She's spilling the beans on how being fit isn't just great for those mirror selfies,...
Welcome back to another interesting episode of the "Her Business by Design" podcast! Today's topic is “Recruiting for Culture V's Experience”. We look at our experiences over the past 13 years to give you our suggestions (which we are quite passionate about - lol).
Key Highlights:
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We share our recruiting disasters and wins and what we ha...
Welcome back to another exciting episode of the "Her Business by Design" podcast! In today's episode, we delve into the important topic of "Managing Difficult Staff Situations and When to Move Staff On". Join us as we explore the signs that indicate it's time to address challenging situations within your team and the steps you can take to effectively handle these issues. We'll also discuss strategies for aligning your ...
Welcome back to the latest episode of the "Her Business by Design" podcast. Today, we're talking about something super interesting: "Ideas to Help You Stop Procrastinating and Actually Get SHIT Done!" Yep, we've all been there – putting things off. So, we're here to share some simple tips to beat that procrastination bug and start getting things crossed off your list. Let's dive into a few strategies and start being su...
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