One Next Step: Management Tips & Tools for Small Business Owners

When scaling a business, it’s natural to reach a point where you feel like your limited capacity is slowing down the business’ growth.  In this episode, LZ will talk with Bruce Ackerman about his experience hiring a BELAY virtual assistant. Bruce is the founder of Printavo, a software company that helps screen printing shops stay organized as they grow. Bruce will also talk about some of the biggest challenges he’s overcome while building his business and will share advice for other entrepreneurs. Welcome to episode 112 of One Next Step.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Dodd is the Director of New Ministry Relationships at Injoy Stewardship Solutions. In this bonus episode, he’ll answer the question: If there was one sports figure that you most respect - who is it, why, and what’s one of the big lessons from them?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Brian Dodd will talk with LZ about everything he learned while writing about leadership in 2021. The goal is to help leaders measure their success, build winning cultures, understand the true difference between success and failure, and a lot more. Leaders should walk away with a wide range of knowledge after listening to this episode. Welcome to episode 113 of One Next Step.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Bonus Next Step, Jon Gordon explains how positive leaders can create a greater impact by inspiring positivity in their team members. He also describes how a positive, relationship-focused mindset can strengthen your team’s connection and commitment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Positivity is not sticking your head in the sand to ignore challenges, but rather facing them head on with optimism and courage. In this episode, author and speaker Jon Gordon explains how positive leadership can transform your organization. He also shares success stories he’s seen firsthand from some of the world’s top organizations, and he lays out some practical steps you can take to start becoming a more positive leader today.  Welcome to episode 112 of One Next Step.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What worked for your business on social media in the past — even six months ago — will probably not work today. Social media is constantly changing, and keeping up with the latest trends and growth strategies is a full-time job. So in this episode, BELAY Social Media Strategist Jessica Doehling provides a state of the union on social media in 2022. She breaks down the biggest trends, explains how to determine which platforms you should focus on, and gives an overview of the most important things to include in a social media strategy. Whether you’re running your own socials or just want to better understand the landscape your marketing team is working in, this conversation is packed with useful information.  Welcome to episode 111 of One Next Step.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do when you think you need to make a change, but you’re not sure which path to take? Jeff Henderson is incredibly familiar with this feeling, and he’s learned through experience how to identify, prepare for, and take the next step.  In this episode, Jeff shares some of the key lessons from his new book, “What to Do Next.” He breaks down a few key signs that you might be ready for a change, explains why it’s so important to create optimal options, and shares some strategies for building and accessing your personal network. Whether you’re a leader who’s currently in the midst of a transition, or you want to prepare yourself to make a change in the future, this episode is full of valuable insight! Welcome to episode 110 of One Next Step.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Communication is one of the most important parts of a leader’s job, and yet 66% of leaders report feeling uncomfortable communicating with their employees. In this episode, BELAY Vice President of Operations Matt Seaton unpacks four necessities for communicating effectively with your team. He also shares practical tips for implementing those strategies and explains how leaders of remote and hybrid teams can build connections even without physical proximity.  Welcome to episode 109 of One Next Step.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every entrepreneur’s journey is unique, but there are a few key characteristics that can increase your chances of success at whatever business you choose to build. In this episode, Monica Allen talks through some of those characteristics and shares the biggest lessons she’s learned throughout more than twenty years of entrepreneurship. Monica is the co-founder and COO of Zeus' Closet, owner of Monica Allen Interiors, and host of the “Become Your Own Boss” podcast. She discusses some of the common issues facing today’s entrepreneurs, shares a few of her favorite resources, and explains why she’s focused on calibration instead of balance.  Welcome to episode 108 of One Next Step. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To create a great organizational culture, you first need to establish your mission, vision, and values. But it doesn’t stop there. Leaders also need to find ways to consistently communicate those values in both words and actions.  In this episode, BELAY CFO Lisa Zeeveld and CEO Tricia Sciortino break down the process of building culture, from defining your values to integrating those values into your team’s daily routines. Tricia and Lisa also share some creative examples of the ways BELAY has implemented the core values of gratitude, fun, and vision.  Welcome to episode 107 of One Next Step.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.