
Episode 557: How to maintain friendships as a small business owner
My Daily Business Podcast
Friendships support business success
Fiona outlines how friends provide perspective, emotional support, and a non‑transactional space to process challenges.
In this episode you'll learn:
- How to maintain meaningful friendships when you transition from employee to business owner, especially when your friends were former colleagues
- Practical strategies for redefining "regular" contact - why quarterly deep connections can be more valuable than frequent surface-level catch-ups
- Creative alternatives to traditional evening meetups that work better for busy entrepreneurs, including weekend activities, walking meetings, and annual friendship retreats
- How to use technology strategically for maintaining long-distance friendships without losing the personal connection
- Why being honest about your capacity strengthens rather than weakens your friendships
- The crucial role friendships play in business success - providing perspective, emotional support, and a safe space to process entrepreneurial challenges
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