the bossbabe podcast

One of the most important skills to cultivate as a leader is being able to effectively give + receive feedback. Today Natalie is sharing her exact “ACTIVE” framework to help you master the art of feedback so you can cultivate an amazing culture of authenticity + candor on your team. Feedback can often feel intimidating, which is why most leaders shy away from giving it – or worse, they go about it in the completely wrong way… so today, you’re going to learn a powerful + highly-effective way to turn it into one of your superpowers as a leader. HIGHLIGHTS Natalie’s specific ACTIVE framework for giving feedback that empowers + strengthens your team How to create a culture of feedback in your business + give feedback that is both effective and nurturing Real life examples + stories to show the power of feedback when it’s done really well (and how it leads to your team being even more committed to your company vision)  Why it’s essential to receive feedback as a leader + how to use it to become even more effective in your role LINKSJoin Growth Day - GrowthDay.com/bossbabeFOLLOW bossbabe: @bossbabe.inc Natalie Ellis: @iamnatalie

In this episode, guest Brendon Burchard, an influencer and online success expert, shares valuable advice for building a successful career as an influencer. Topics include mastering marketing, avoiding complacency, adopting a role model mindset, and tools for building your dream. The importance of continuous learning, effective communication, and self-improvement are also discussed.

Want the real + raw scoop on modeling, motherhood, and what it takes to build a really successful brand from the ground up? Today’s episode does not disappoint, because Natalie sat down with Emily Didonato, Co-Founder of the skincare brand Covey, model for brands like Armani, Maybelline New York + Ralph Lauren (just to name a few) and mama of 2, to talk about her career path, building confidence, overcoming imposter syndrome, the season of motherhood, and the BTS scoop on what it’s taken to build Covey into the successful business you see today.HIGHLIGHTS The story behind how Emily’s modeling career started and how it impacted her friendships How to deal with confidence issues and imposter syndrome (+ how becoming a mother changed everything) The real and raw on pregnancy, postpartum + motherhood How Emily’s skincare brand Covey was created and built (+ some of the biggest skills you need to get your business off the ground)  Navigating mom guilt + prioritizing time for yourself while doing “all the things” How to communicate what you need to your team in a really clear + effective way FOLLOW bossbabe: @bossbabe.inc Natalie Ellis: @iamnatalie Emily DiDonato: @emilydidonto

Communication can make or break any relationship, including relationships within your team. Luckily, communication is a skill you can learn to be great at + has become a superpower of our team here at bossbabe. It’s something we’ve learned through trial, error + being really intentional and has become a core value in the way we run the business. Today Natalie is talking about how to create an environment where your team can share ideas, give direct feedback + co-create a really amazing company culture. We talk communication styles, enneagram types + bringing FUN back into your business so you can attract and retain top-talent. HIGHLIGHTS How to create an environment of clean, direct + honest feedback (and NOT be the “parent” in your team) Some of our favorite ways to build a really authentic + healthy company culture at bossbabe (enneagrams, communication styles + more!)  Why communication is truly the LIFEBLOOD of your relationship success (in + out of your business)  One of our core values at bossbabe (+ why it is absolutely CRITICAL to uphold)  The quickest way to KILL company culture (+ what to do instead that actually works long-term)  LINKSJoin Growth Day - GrowthDay.com/bossbabeFOLLOW bossbabe: @bossbabe.inc Natalie Ellis: @iamnatalie

You can have it all – a freedom-based business, all the flexibility you desire + be making a massive impact… the only “catch” is you CAN’T do it all alone. You’re going to need “A” players as we call them at bossbabe to help actualize your big vision + support you along the journey. As business owners, it’s up to us to not just create a compelling vision, but also to effectively communicate that vision to the team around us so they can show up to help us make it happen. In today’s episode, we’re diving into all things team + leadership – from qualities to look for when hiring to how to give feedback to create the best outcomes possible. Listen in for all the specific details on how Natalie leads + empowers the team of A players at bossbabe! HIGHLIGHTS How to effectively communicate your vision + create alignment with the members on your team (so they feel inspired and bought in!) Who you NEED on your leadership team to execute on your vision How to give feedback (BOTH positive + negative) in a way that creates connection and builds trust in your team What many leaders miss when it comes to building a really strong + thriving company culture  Our internal process at bossbabe for checking in with team members to ensure everyone is aligned, clear + fully committed to the vision LINKSJoin Growth Day - GrowthDay.com/bossbabeFOLLOW bossbabe: @bossbabe.inc Natalie Ellis: @iamnatalie

Let’s talk embodiment, failure + getting crystal clear on your desires. When it comes to designing a freedom-based business and lifestyle that lights you up, having a clear vision is EVERYTHING… so today, we are diving deep on how to get really clear + specific about what you want. Natalie is sharing some really powerful journal prompts (the ones she uses all the time!) to help you gain clarity, feel really confident about your direction moving forward, and get in tune with your bodys signals and messages, so you can finally live the life you truly want. HIGHLIGHTS The exact questions + prompts Natalie uses to design her dream life + business How to stop “failing” your future self + let go of everyone else’s dream(s) for you Ways to tap into your body's wisdom + messages (+ incorporate more embodiment into your routine)  How to differentiate between what your mind is saying vs the TRUTH your body is telling you Tips for tuning out the noise + recognizing your own voice  LINKS Join Growth Day - GrowthDay.com/bossbabe Subscribe to our Weekly CEO Newsletter to get more leadership + business insights from Natalie - https://bossbabe.com/newsletter  FOLLOW bossbabe: @bossbabe.inc Natalie Ellis: @iamnatalie

What ACTUALLY happened in the business while Natalie went on maternity leave? She has shared some lessons at a high level, but in this episode she is bearing it all. Taking a step back pointed out some areas the business was bleeding profit + where the team needed more direction to run optimally. If you want the option of stepping back, taking time off from your business, or simply want the peace of mind that your business has a healthy bottom line, you don’t want to miss this. Natalie shares the biggest mistakes she’s made in business from being the revenue bottleneck + using money as a bandaid, to the impact of losing one of the longest standing team members at bossbabe + so much more. What you learn today will help you avoid making these same mistakes + get super clear on the 3 vital things EVERY founder needs to be focused on in order to build a profitable business + thriving team.HIGHLIGHTS BTS of what ACTUALLY happened in the business when Natalie took maternity leave Tips for stepping back from your business (+ mistakes Natalie made + what she’d do differently) The 3 vital areas every founder should be focusing on RIGHT NOW How to get the right balance of “thinkers” (aka strategy) vs “doers” on your team + why it’s absolutely critical to your success  LINKS Subscribe to our Weekly CEO Newsletter to get more leadership + business insights from Natalie - https://bossbabe.com/newsletter  FOLLOW bossbabe: @bossbabe.inc Natalie Ellis: @iamnatalie

You know those days (or weeks) where it feels like you’re pushing a boulder up a hill, only for it to roll back down and crush you? We’ve all experienced it and it can be so exhausting to have that feeling over and over again. If you’ve been pushing yourself and really trying to make something happen, but it’s just not working and you’re looking for ways to get into alignment, create greater ease in the process, and give yourself the grace + kindness you know you deserve, then today’s episode is for you. Natalie is diving deep and sharing behind the “highlight reel” of social media to talk about how to overcome adversity, build a healthy relationship with failure (and success), cultivate greater self-love + kindness in the process, and finally take back responsibility in your life. HIGHLIGHTS The difference between real inner freedom and accomplishing outward success (peeling back the curtain on the highlight reel we see on social)  Natalie’s greatest personal development guru + biggest teacher 2 ways to take your power back from adversity + challenges that arise How to stop failing your future self and create the life you truly desire The ugly truth of always saying yes to everyone + the impact it actually leaves Why boundaries will not solve your burnout (+ how to get to the root of this issue for good) LINKS Join Growth Day - GrowthDay.com/bossbabe Subscribe to our Weekly CEO Newsletter to get more leadership + business insights from Natalie - https://bossbabe.com/newsletter  FOLLOW bossbabe: @bossbabe.inc Natalie Ellis: @iamnatalie

When it comes to building a successful business that goes the distance, leadership is absolutely essential. Cultivating highly-effective + conscious leadership - within yourself and on your team - will help you go further faster and with more buy-in from everyone around you. In this episode, Natalie shares 5 principles of leadership you need to master to lead others with grace and cultivate amazing relationships with the people on your team. We dive deep and share how to become self aware (+ how it’s a superpower in leadership), how to acknowledge your team in ways they’re actually going to receive + appreciate, and so much more! HIGHLIGHTS Practices to cultivate + grow your self-awareness (and why it’s a superpower when it comes to your leadership) The biggest red flags you can easily fall into + how to turn them into assets as a conscious + highly-effective leader The 5 essential principles to becoming a really amazing leader How to assess if your communication is above or below the line + how to use that information to course correct and grow LINKS Join Growth Day - GrowthDay.com/bossbabe Subscribe to our Weekly CEO Newsletter to get more leadership + business insights from Natalie - https://bossbabe.com/newsletter  FOLLOW bossbabe: @bossbabe.inc Natalie Ellis: @iamnatalie

Whether you’re a team of 1 or 100, being a highly effective leader is absolutely critical to your growth + success as an entrepreneur. Even if you don’t have a team yet, building + refining your leadership skillset will support you at such a deep level all along your business journey. In this episode, Natalie is sharing how to bring out the best in others so you can scale your business and actually enjoy the process. She’s peeling back the curtain to share qualities that 7, 8 and 9-figure leaders have that you can apply to your business even if you’re currently a team of 1. This episode shares the secret sauce for bringing the best out in others + creating win-wins in life and business so you can thrive in your role as a leader and continue to up-level along the way. HIGHLIGHTS Why EVERYONE needs to refine their leadership skills - even if you don’t have a team yet.  How your leadership skills ultimately help you grow your following + become a successful influencer Bringing out the absolute best in others + how that is connected to scaling your business How to determine your leadership style (+ qualities you need to be a high-level leader) The power of creating win-wins + better outcomes in life and business LINKSJoin Growth Day - GrowthDay.com/bossbabe  FOLLOW bossbabe: @bossbabe.inc Natalie Ellis: @iamnatalie