Go Beyond Busy: From Chaos to Calm — Grow Your Business, Not Your To-Do List
Go Beyond Busy helps small business owners move from chaos to calm. Hosted by Christine Abela, a tech-savvy business consultant with 30+ years’ experience, each episode offers plain-English strategies to systemise, automate, and grow your business—without the jargon or overwhelm. Downloads and more information is available at GoBeyondBusy.com Some content is created with the help of AI tools, but all insights are grounded in real-world experience.
Episodes
If you’ve been hearing about ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity, and other AI platforms—but you’re not sure which ones are actually useful for your business—this episode is your shortcut.In this episode of Go Beyond Busy, Christine Abela offers a clear, practical comparison of the leading AI tools available to small business owners. No jargon. No fluff. Just the pros, cons, and use cases that matter when you’re running a business ...
If your mornings feel rushed, reactive, or downright chaotic, this episode of Go Beyond Busy is your chance to reset. Christine Abela walks you through a science-backed morning routine designed to enhance your focus, energy, and mindset - all before the workday even begins.You’ll learn how to:- Set up your physical and mental space the night before for a smoother start- Manage tech habits and environmental triggers to reduce stress...
If you’ve been pouring hours into writing blogs or building content only to see no results in search rankings, this episode is for you.
In this episode of Go Beyond Busy, business consultant Christine Abela unpacks a structured, real-world system to plan and create SEO content that not only ranks but also drives leads and sales. With a focus on small business owners turning over $1M–$10M, you’ll learn how to skip the guesswork and b...
In this episode of the Go Beyond Busy podcast, Christine Abela helps you nail down your brand voice so it sounds like you across every channel—email, social, your website, even sales scripts. If you've ever felt like your business communication is all over the place, this episode is for you.
You’ll learn how to find your authentic brand voice, why consistency matters more than clever copy, and how to make sure your message l...
Customer Retention is one of the most powerful (and cost-effective) growth levers in any business. In this episode of Go Beyond Busy, business consultant Christine Abela walks you through how to keep customers coming back - and how to build systems that make retention easier to manage and measure.Whether you're trying to reduce churn, boost customer loyalty, or improve your after-sales experience, this episode gives you a pract...
Advertising Copywriting: Master the Science of Persuasion
In this episode of Go Beyond Busy, we unpack what actually works when writing ad copy that converts. This isn’t just theory - it’s grounded in real business results and a practical toolkit you can use right away.
If you're spending money on advertising and not seeing a solid return, this episode is for you.
Christine Abela walks through proven frameworks like AIDA and PASTE, ex...
Cold calling is not dead. In fact, done right, it can become one of your most effective growth strategies.
In this episode of Go Beyond Busy, Christine Abela from Oxygen8 Consulting shares a clear, practical guide to cold calling - from mindset to techniques to closing with confidence.
In this episode, you will learn:
- Why mindset is the first key to successful cold calling
- How to build resilience, confidence, and daily prep...
Building a website can feel overwhelming, but it does not have to be. In this episode of Go Beyond Busy, Christine Abela from Oxygen8 Consulting shares a practical roadmap to help small business owners create websites that work hard for their business - not just look good.
From choosing the right platform, to design, SEO, launch, and long-term maintenance, you will get the real-world steps needed to turn your website into a valuable...
Feel like you’re making decisions in the dark? It’s time to turn on the dashboard.
In this episode of Go Beyond Busy, Christine Abela from Oxygen8 Consulting breaks down how small business owners can use the right business metrics to guide smarter, faster, more profitable decisions – without drowning in spreadsheets or jargon.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
Why business metrics matter for growth, sustainability, and avoiding c...
Running a growing small business can feel like you’re drowning in admin, firefighting, and repetitive tasks. This episode of Go Beyond Busy is all about how to change that.
Christine Abela from Oxygen8 Consulting shares practical, real-world advice on how small business owners can harness automation to free up time, boost profits, and simplify operations - without losing the human touch.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- Wh...
If you’re a small business owner who ends each day wondering where the time went – this episode is for you.
In this deep dive, we unpack practical strategies for improving focus and productivity without burning out.
Whether you're running a business turning over $1M–$10M or just trying to regain control of your time, this episode offers clear, actionable advice you can start using straight away.
What You’ll Learn:
- Ho...
Cash flow problems don’t just hit struggling businesses – even profitable ones can crash and burn if the money doesn’t move right.
In this episode of Go Beyond Busy, we unpack the real-world strategies small business owners need to manage their cash flow better, avoid nasty surprises, and support sustainable growth. If you're running a business turning over $1M–$10M, this one’s for you.
Christine Abela, business consultant and tech s...
Are you running a successful online store but still struggling with margins, pricing strategy, or profitability? In this episode of Go Beyond Busy, Christine Abela — business consultant and automation strategist from Oxygen8 Consulting — breaks down how eCommerce businesses in the $1M–$10M revenue range can simplify their systems, price more effectively, and build toward long-term growth.
Go Beyond Busy Podcast, Episode 2: How SOPs Create Freedom, Efficiency, and Growth for Small Businesses
If you're running a small business with $1M–$10M in annual revenue, chances are you’re juggling too many tasks, putting out fires, and feeling like there’s never enough time. This episode of Go Beyond Busy is your guide to breaking that cycle.
Visit https://GoBeyondBusy.com to get your free downloads and connect with Christine dire...
Go Beyond Busy Podcast: Episode 1 – Business Systemisation: Systemizing Your Small Business for Sustainable Growth
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Go Beyond Busy, where I, Christine Abela of Oxygen8 Consulting, guide small business owners from chaos to calm. With over 35 years of experience and a strong tech background, I provide practical strategies to streamline operations, boost profitability, and rekindle your passion for yo...
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