My Daily Business Podcast

Navigating friendships as a small business owner can be tricky, especially with former colleagues. Discover how less frequent but deeper connections can enrich your relationships. Explore creative meetup alternatives, like walking meetings and friendship retreats, to fit your busy schedule. Learn how to leverage technology for maintaining long-distance bonds while keeping that personal touch. Plus, find out how honesty about your limitations can actually strengthen friendships, which in turn support your business success.

Feeling stuck in your business? Discover the difference between pushing through a temporary challenge and recognizing a dead-end. Learn practical strategies for navigating tough times without burning out. Fiona shares personal insights from her journey, including her battle with a serious back injury. Understand when to adjust your tactics while maintaining your vision. Plus, find out how to set manageable milestones and the importance of mentorship in overcoming obstacles. Quitting wisely might just be your best move!

Discover how motivation actually follows action, not the other way around! Learn the surprising science of dopamine and the nucleus accumbens that sparks momentum when you take small steps. Practical strategies unveil how simple actions can kickstart your productivity and build habits. Say goodbye to procrastination with tiny tasks and morning routines that ensure reliability. Find out why successful people don’t wait for motivation—they create it through consistent action!

Lucy Lumen, a dynamic photographer, YouTuber, and creative business mentor, shares her journey from hospitality to building a thriving online business. She discusses the challenges of shifting from client work to full-time YouTube, emphasizing the power of personal style over technical perfection. Lucy reveals her content creation process, balancing multiple platforms, and highlights the significance of sponsorships for monetization. She also delves into the realities of working alongside her husband and how embracing AI tools can enhance creativity without compromising individuality.

Fiona shares insights on tackling recurring issues in small businesses that feel like stubborn weeds. She emphasizes a seasonal cleaning approach, breaking the process into manageable steps over three months. List common problems, invest in effective tools, and prioritize one change at a time. Discover how to maintain this business garden to prevent weeds from overpowering again. With a bit of planning and the right strategies, your small business can thrive!

Fiona shares insights on conducting a Business Essentials Audit to refocus your efforts. She emphasizes the importance of identifying core business elements, much like old newspaper classifieds. Listeners learn to differentiate between busy work and impactful activities. The discussion includes strategies to realign current tasks with original business purposes and avoid distractions from vanity metrics. It's all about getting back to basics when feeling overwhelmed!

Are you using this essential tool in business? It can help when it comes to content creation, marketing, systems and so much more.  A massive thank you to our sponsor and our fave AI tool, Poppy AI. Use FIONA at checkout for a discount Connect with My Daily Business:Instagram: @mydailybusiness_TikTok: @mydailybusinessEmail: hello@mydailybusiness.comWebsite: mydailybusiness.comResources mentioned:Join our AI Chat Group for small business ownersGroup CoachingMy Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses ⭐️ GET MORE TIME BACK with our fave AI tool that has saved us HOURS. Use Poppy AI and code FIONA for a discount ⭐️ Build your personal brand and do something incredible for your small business with your own book. Learn how to land a publishing deal, write your book, launch and market it in our How to Get Your Book Published course and coaching program, kicking off soon.  Need some inspiration and tips today? Check out our new book, Business to Brand: Moving from transaction to transformation now.  Get started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuff Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA.  Ever wanted to write your own book and build your brand authority or start your own podcast to connect with and grow your audience? Check out our How to Start a Podcast Course or How to Get Your Book Published Course at our courses page.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.  

Seth Godin, a leading business strategist and bestselling author, shares insights on navigating the evolving landscape of AI in small business. He emphasizes the importance of personal agency, urging creatives to embrace AI tools rather than fear them. Godin discusses the balance between vulnerability and maintaining professional boundaries, as well as the significance of consistency in building authority. Listeners learn to identify productive 'dips' versus dead-end 'cul-de-sacs,' proving that mastery and community connection are keys to thriving in creativity.

 A massive thank you to our sponsor this episode and our fave AI tool, Poppy AI. Use FIONA at checkout for a discount Connect with My Daily Business:Instagram: @mydailybusiness_TikTok: @mydailybusinessEmail: hello@mydailybusiness.comWebsite: mydailybusiness.comResources mentioned:Join our AI Chat Group for small business ownersDescript - AI podcast and video editing toolGroup Coaching WaitlistMy Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses ⭐️ GET MORE TIME BACK with our fave AI tool that has saved us HOURS. Use Poppy AI and code FIONA for a discount ⭐️ Build your personal brand and do something incredible for your small business with your own book. Learn how to land a publishing deal, write your book, launch and market it in our How to Get Your Book Published course and coaching program, kicking off soon.  Need some inspiration and tips today? Check out our new book, Business to Brand: Moving from transaction to transformation now.  Get started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuff Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA.  Ever wanted to write your own book and build your brand authority or start your own podcast to connect with and grow your audience? Check out our How to Start a Podcast Course or How to Get Your Book Published Course at our courses page.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.  

Discover the hidden dangers of people-pleasing in small business ownership. Learn practical strategies to set clear boundaries and confidently say no. Unpack the fear of conflict and embrace confrontation as a tool for growth. Understand how establishing boundaries leads to a healthier work-life balance and attracts clients who appreciate your worth. Gain insights into the importance of support systems in overcoming guilt and fostering authentic success in your business journey.