Inbox Zero

Summary
In this episode of Inbox Zero, Bianca Lager addresses the challenging question of when to give up on a business. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and defining personal success, analyzing both emotional and data-driven aspects of business performance. Bianca discusses the significance of identifying what drains energy and the opportunity costs associated with staying in a draining business. She encourages ...

SUMMARY
In this episode of Inbox Zero, Bianca Lager addresses a listener's concern about feeling excluded from a workplace fantasy football league. She explores themes of workplace dynamics, inclusion, and strategies for participation, emphasizing the importance of communication and maintaining a balance between personal interests and professional relationships.

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Welcome to Inbox Zero! I'm Bianca Lager, former CEO of Social Intelligence, where I led a high-performing team as a 'C-Suite of One' for seven years, ultimately scaling and selling the company in 2023. Now, through my Executive Automations program, workshops, and speaking, I help hands-on leaders like you streamline decisions and cut through the mental clutter holding you back.

Over 130,000 professionals ha...

Are you a busy entrepreneur? Or maybe you haven’t quite started your own company but you’re like me - a small business junkie with a relentless business spirit and you LOVE the agility of leading small teams and building companies at early stages.

If you know all about wearing a million different hats everyday and feel like you are constantly on the brink of burnout, then my friend, this podcast is for you.

Welcome to Inbox Zero.

If w...

Welcome to Inbox Zero! I'm Bianca Lager, former President and CEO of Social Intelligence, a company where I lovingly lead a highly productive team as a "C-Suite of One" for 7 years. I successfully sold that company in 2023 and now I get to focus on my work as a keynote speaker and online course creator where I have taught over 130,000 learners executive business skills. Through my new program "Executive Automati...

Welcome to Inbox Zero, the podcast where I, Bianca Lager, help busy entrepreneurs and small business leaders reclaim their time, cut through the noise, and solve the challenges piling up in your inbox. If you're looking to grow your business without the burnout, we’re here to share actionable insights that make space for what really matters—the high-quality life you're seeking.

This week I am joined by Carina Har...

Summary
In this conversation, Bianca Lager discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, particularly the feelings of burnout and loss of enthusiasm that many business owners experience. She emphasizes the importance of seeking help through therapy and coaching, and provides practical strategies for prioritizing tasks and creating a roadmap for business success. Bianca shares her personal experiences and offers actionable advic...

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This week's advice submission: 

I've been running a successful online course business for the past two years, but I'm starting to feel burnout from constantly creating new content and managing student interactions. I'm considering bringing on additional instruc...

Subscribe to Bianca Lager's newsletter for advice on the business decisions and leadership problems clogging up your mental inbox.

This week's advice submission: 

"I've been running my IT consulting business for seven years, and it's finally taking off. The problem is, I'm working 80-hour weeks and haven't had a vacation in three years. My family is frustrated, and I'm const...

Subscribe to Bianca Lager's newsletter for advice on the business decisions and leadership problems clogging up your mental inbox.

This week's advice submission:

"I started my business with a clear vision of what I wanted it to become, but as we’ve grown, I feel like we’re straying from that original mission to chase more immediate revenue. I want to get back on track, but I’m worried about how my ...

Bianca Lager delivers advice on the business decisions and leadership problems clogging up your mental inbox 

This week's advice submission: 

"I'm the founder of a small e-commerce startup, and I've been working around the clock to get our business off the ground. Recently, I hired a close friend to handle our marketing and social media efforts, but I'm starting to have doubts about their ...