De-stress Your Business

E115: How to Create a Positive Culture, With Sophie Theen

Many business leaders wrestle with getting their employees to work collaboratively.
Especially when it comes to finding the right balance between hitting day-to-day targets driving significant organizational changes.
Navigating the shift from individualism to collaboration in your team can feel like trying to solve an ever-changing puzzle. And understanding how one’s day-to-day tasks impact the organization’s mission adds another layer of complexity, yet is crucial for the company’s long-term success.
Today, we’re joined by someone truly exceptional – Sophie Theen. Not only is she a seasoned HR and operations executive, but she's also an award-winning author. Sophie's career spans from leading HR divisions and large teams to successfully running her own consultancy and mentoring women in technology.
She’s also the author of "The Soul of Startups: The Untold Stories of How Founders Affect Culture," exploring how founder personalities shape company culture—a pivotal read for founders, managers, and HR professionals. 
Today we cover :
🎯 Shifting from 'me' to 'we' in team culture🔄 Balancing company-wide goals and day-to-day tasks for success🌈 The impact of diversity and inclusion on effective team direction🚀 Nurturing the next generation of leaders.
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Helpful resources:
- Sophie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophietheen/- Sophie Theen’s website: https://www.sophietheen.com/- Sophie’s book, The Soul of Startups: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Soul-Startups-Stories-Founders-Culture/dp/1119885590

E114: How to Master Product Design From the Inventor of Trunki

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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Helpful resources:
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/trunkidaddy/
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-law-mbe/
Website- https://www.roblaw.com/
Zeepy: https://zeepy.co/

E113: How to Empower Your Team to Solve Problems

In this episode of Destress Your Business, Alexis Kingsbury discusses the importance of issue management in empowering teams to solve problems and freeing up leaders to focus on strategic growth. 
He introduces a three-component approach to issue management: the issue tracker, meeting rhythm, and empowering the team. Alexis emphasizes the need to avoid getting derailed by issues and instead give the team the opportunity to solve them. 
He provides examples of different types of issues and explains how a good approach to managing them can save time and prevent frustration. 
Alexis also shares the benefits of implementing an issue management system and empowering the team to own the process.
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Helpful resources:
- Series of videos from Alexis on how to solve common problems in your business around handing over tasks, onboarding team members, and keeping processes up-to-date https://airmanual.link/gettingstarted

E112: Scaling Your Business When You Are the Brand, with Chris Ducker

Struggling to scale your business when your face is the brand?
 
The journey from a personal brand to a thriving, scalable business can feel like navigating a complex labyrinth. 
 
That’s precisely why we invited Chris Ducker, the visionary behind transforming personal brands into prosperous enterprises, onto De-stress Your Business. 
 
Chris isn’t just a serial entrepreneur; he’s a guru in leveraging personal identity to build and scale businesses without losing the personal touch that made them special. With his strategies, entrepreneurs worldwide are breaking the chains of limitation, pushing their businesses into realms previously thought unattainable. 
 
This episode unpacks: 
The crucial pivot point in Chris's career from personal brand to business magnate
Effective tactics for expanding your brand’s influence without diluting your identity 
Secrets to keeping your brand's heart beating strong, even as it grows beyond you 
Transformative strategies that turned Chris's insights into a global business phenomenon 
How to cultivate a business legacy that echoes beyond the personal brand
 
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Chris Ducker and discover how to scale your personal brand into a legacy.
 
#DeStressYourBusiness #Podcast #ScalingUp #PersonalBrandPower #BusinessGrowth #ChrisDucker #EntrepreneurialJourney #BuildYourLegacy
 
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Helpful resources:
 
Chris’s Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/youpreneur-the-profitable-personal-brand-expert-business/id590043753
Website- https://chrisducker.com/
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisducker/?originalSubdomain=uk
Rise of the Yourpreneur (book): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rise-Youpreneur-Definitive-Go-Future-Proof/dp/1999857941
Giftology (book): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Giftology-Increase-Referrals-Strengthen-Retention/dp/B01KVTL44U/

E111: How to Make Delegated Tasks Stay Delegated, with Adrienne Dorison

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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Helpful resources:
 
Free Masterclass: Clunky to

E110: Master the Art of Profitability, with Reza Hooda

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

E109: Step-by-step, How to Focus on a Specific Avatar

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!

E108: How to Turn Stage Fright Into Stage Might, with Andrea Pacini

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!

E107: 3 Wastes of Time That Choke Your Business, with Lloyed Lobo

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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Helpful resources:
 
Get Lloyed’s new book, 'From Grassroots To Greatness: 13 Rules to Build Iconic Brands with Community Led Growth' (Wall Street Journal Bestseller) at https://FromGrassrootstoGreatness.com
https://www.instagram.com/lloyedlobo 
TractionConf.io
Boast.AI

E106: Leveraging a COO to Go From Chaos to Freedom, with Emma King

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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Helpful resources:
 
Emma King on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmacartmell/
Free Company Scorecard Template and 5-step guide: https://www.freecompanyscorecard.com
Free Masterclass on How to Free Up 15+ Hours Per Week https://www.airmanual.co/webinar