De-stress Your Business

E129: What Happens When There Is No Process

How often do you find yourself overwhelmed because there’s no clear process in place?
 
Without well-documented processes, mistakes pile up, stress levels rise , and delegation feels impossible. But why do so many businesses miss the mark on this?
 
In this episode, Alexis uncovers the exact moment leaders should seize to document processes effectively and how that can transform your business.
 
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Resources
 
Website: www.airmanual.co

E128: Grow Like a Subscription Business, with Louise White

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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Helpful resources:
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisewhite
Twitter- https://twitter.com/louisecwhite

E127: How to Charge Your True Value

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
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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

E126: B2B Marketing Made S.I.M.P.L.E

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
 
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Helpful resources:
- LinkedIn- https://uk.linkedin.com/in/bencaine- Website- https://morequalityleads.com/freemasterclass- Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/groups/marketingtoattractqualityclients

E125: Making 7-Figures from a Business Podcast

Does the idea of starting a business podcast fill you with excitement but also dread? 🎙️😟 
Many aspiring podcasters face not just the technical hurdles of setting up audio equipment and software but also the creative pressures of content creation. Add to this the constant need for new ideas and engaging topics, and it’s easy to see why so many give up before they even truly begin. 
The fear of speaking into a void, with little to no audience engagement, can turn an exciting venture into a stressful burden.
Enter Jason Allan Scott, a podcasting powerhouse who has transformed the landscape of digital broadcasting. With a track record of creating and selling not one, but two successful podcast channels, Jason has dominated this medium, reaching millions globally. 
His strategic insights and innovative approaches have not only earned him a place among the top influencers in media but also led to lucrative acquisitions that set new industry standards.
In this episode of De-stress Your Business, Jason shares his expertise on:👉 Crafting a podcast that stands out in a saturated market👉 Techniques to manage the stress of regular content production👉 Monetizing your podcast effectively to fuel business growth
 
#DeStressYourBusiness #podcast #JasonAllanScott #businessgrowth #contentcreation #stressmanagement #podcastingtips
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Helpful resources:
- Jason’s website- http://www.jasonallanscott.uk/- Jason’s podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/make-money-podcast/id1725633651- The Guestlist podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1XjDyCeWpYe4Q1tlKBI0dW- LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-allan-scott/

E124: How to Stay at the Cutting Edge, With Mark Lee

Is your accounting firm drowning in outdated practices, losing clients, and missing out on opportunities due to a lack of modernization? 
 
Many accounting and bookkeeping businesses find themselves trapped in the past, struggling with inefficiencies, outdated technology, and an inability to meet the evolving demands of the industry. 
 
This stagnation can lead to frustrated staff, dissatisfied clients, and a constant battle to keep up with competitors who are leveraging the latest innovations. The pain of falling behind is real, and it's affecting your bottom line and your peace of mind.
 
That’s why in today's podcast, we're speaking with Mark Lee, a true trailblazer in the world of accountancy. Mark is a highly respected speaker, mentor, and influencer who has helped countless firms modernize their practices and thrive in the digital age. 
 
With a career spanning over three decades, Mark has transformed accounting practices through innovative technology, earning recognition as one of the top 100 global business influencers by Sage. 
 
His influence extends beyond technology; he chairs the UK's largest network of specialist tax advisers and has received the prestigious "Outstanding Contribution" award at Accountex 2024. Mark's thought leadership and expertise have made him a sought-after mentor, guiding firms to new heights of efficiency and profitability.
 
Our conversation dives deep into:
The biggest future demands for accountancy and bookkeeping businesses
Practical steps for businesses feeling stuck in their ways to embrace modernization
How AI and automation can revolutionize day-to-day operations
Real-life success stories of businesses that have thrived through modernization
Essential skills accountants need to develop for future success
 
Join us for De-stress Your Business Episode 62 — our live podcast.
 
#destressyourbusiness #podcast #accounting #modernization #MarkLee #technology #AI #businessgrowth #futureproofing
 
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Helpful resources:
 
Website- https://bookmarklee.co.uk/
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/bookmarklee/
Facebook- https://web.facebook.com/BookMarkLee?_rdc=1&_rdr
YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/user/bookmarklee

E123: Do I Need an Ops Manager to Manage Business Processes?

In this mini-episode of De-stress Your Business, Alexis Kingsbury addresses the often-asked question of whether businesses need to hire an operations manager. 
Alexis discusses the value of having a Chief Operations Officer (COO) vs. heads of functions owning their processes. He emphasizes the importance of empowering department heads to manage their processes rather than delegating all responsibility to one person. 
Alexis also shares insights into the role of a 'process champion' in larger organizations. 
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E122: Does Structure Take The Fun Out Of Your Business?

In this episode of De-stress Your Business, Alexis Kingsbury explores the impact of business structure and processes on creativity, magic, and fun. 
 
Through personal anecdotes and examples from his consulting experiences at Sony PlayStation, Alexis argues that a lack of structure can lead to chaos, burnout, and reduced creativity. 
 
He offers insights on how implementing clear roles, responsibilities, and meeting rhythms can enhance collaboration and efficiency, ultimately fostering a more enjoyable and innovative work environment. 

E121: When Is The Right Time To Document A Process?

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.
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Want to learn how to get your processes documented super fast? Check out https://youtu.be/PLJffQh8eyQ

E120: Should You Video Processes or Capture Them as Text?

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