My Daily Business Podcast

Fiona Killackey, My Daily Business
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Nov 8, 2023 • 53min

The power of words with Anita Siek of Wordfetti

Anita Siek, founder of Wordfetti, discusses the power of words in business, gracefully declining opportunities, leading a team, burnout, imposter syndrome, saying no in business, improving communication in the digital world, future plans for Wordfetti, setting boundaries, and embracing life's shortness.
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Nov 6, 2023 • 6min

Reflecting on Day 1

In this episode, Fiona talks about the importance of comparing her progress with her day one. She also shares insights from her own experience, highlighting the transformations faced throughout the years in business. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:The host's personal business journey, including changes, challenges, and adaptations over the yearsReflection on the initial aspirations and uncertainties faced on day one of starting a businessEmphasis on the evolving understanding of personal values and business alignmentAddressing comparisonitis and the dangers of negatively judging oneself against unrealistic standardsGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly PlannerMy Daily Business WaitlistGroup coaching is now open! Click here to learn more: mydailybusiness.com/groupcoaching Special thanks to our sponsor, Vanta AI. Get $1000 off at vanta.com/mydailybusiness  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching.  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.  We also love Descript.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.  
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Nov 1, 2023 • 30min

5 AI tools that can help right now

In this episode, Fiona shares 5 AI tools that can help your business. She also discusses the integration of AI tools in business operations, emphasizing their potential to complement human skills rather than replace them. Tune in!\You'll Learn How To:Integration of AI tools in business operationsUtilizing AI to enhance productivity and efficiencyThe potential of AI to complement human skillsBenefits and challenges of utilizing AI platforms in business operationsEmbracing AI as a means to streamline and optimize business processesGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly PlannerMy Daily Business WaitlistGroup coaching is now open! Click here to learn more: mydailybusiness.com/groupcoaching Special thanks to our sponsor, Vanta AI. Get $1000 off at vanta.com/mydailybusiness  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching.  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.  We also love Descript.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.  
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Oct 30, 2023 • 12min

3 ways to move past your fears

In this episode, Fiona provides insights into overcoming fear and uncertainty in business. She also shares three key strategies for managing fear. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:The parallels between the fear associated with Halloween and the uncertainties in businessThree strategies for managing fear in businessEncouragement to embrace uncertainty as a part of the business journeyGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly PlannerMy Daily Business WaitlistGroup coaching is now open! Click here to learn more: mydailybusiness.com/groupcoaching Special thanks to our sponsor, Vanta AI. Get $1000 off at vanta.com/mydailybusiness  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching.  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.  We also love Descript.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.  
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Oct 25, 2023 • 56min

Commitment to transparancy with Marnie Goding of ELK

How can a brand remain true to its values in a profit-driven world? In this episode, Fiona chats with Marnie Goding, founder of Elk. They talked about the importance of aligning business values with impactful decision-making and the challenges of integrating ethical practices in a traditional business model. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:The impact of outdated systems and the need for technological evolutionImplementing NuORDER for efficient 24-hour sellingAdapting to the demands of the pandemic with technology solutionsThe challenges of integrating sustainability in the fashion industryTransitioning to a more sustainable business modelBalancing sustainability with business costs and customer demandsImportance of bringing in experts to drive business growth and excellenceStrategies for conveying business values and vision to stakeholdersTailored marketing strategies for wholesale and retail channelsGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly PlannerMy Daily Business WaitlistGroup coaching is now open! Click here to learn more: mydailybusiness.com/groupcoaching Special thanks to our sponsor, Vanta AI. Get $1000 off at vanta.com/mydailybusiness  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching.  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.  We also love Descript.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.  
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Oct 23, 2023 • 14min

Are they set up for success?

In this episode, Fiona discusses the critical yet often overlooked step in managing staff. She also talks about the importance of setting employees up for success. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:Responsibilities of human resources in managing staffEmployee access programs (EAP) and their benefitsChallenges faced in the process of managing staff in small businessesImportance of assessing if employees have been set up for successThe role of systems and processes in employee success or failureProviding necessary tools, training, and regular check-ins for employeesGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly PlannerMy Daily Business WaitlistGroup coaching is now open! Click here to learn more: mydailybusiness.com/groupcoaching Special thanks to our sponsor, Vanta AI. Get $1000 off at vanta.com/mydailybusiness  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching.  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.  We also love Descript.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.  
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Oct 18, 2023 • 50min

How I wrote my second book

In this episode, Fiona shares the challenges she faced while writing her second book. She also discusses the overwhelming pressure of deadlines and self-doubt she experienced during the writing process. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:Struggles with time management and lack of internet accessCoping with imposter syndrome and self-doubt in the writing processManaging expectations and the pressure to create a successful bookOvercoming creative hurdles and self-sabotage to complete the manuscriptInsights into the publishing processThe complexities of the book proposal and pitching processBalancing personal challenges and responsibilities while writing a bookThe impact of unexpected life events and how they influence the writing journeyThe importance of creating a detailed plan and organization matrix for the bookGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly PlannerMy Daily Business WaitlistGroup coaching is now open! Click here to learn more: mydailybusiness.com/groupcoaching Special thanks to our sponsor, Vanta AI. Get $1000 off at vanta.com/mydailybusiness  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching.  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.  We also love Descript.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.  
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Oct 16, 2023 • 9min

A quick way to create content

How can a simple change drastically improve both your productivity and communication? In this episode, Fiona shares a game-changing tip for boosting productivity in your business. She also discusses how speaking naturally can enhance your written communication. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:Importance of voice-to-text technology in enhancing communicationThe importance of natural language in written content creationHighlighting the efficiency and time-saving benefits of utilizing voice dictation for text-based communicationGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly PlannerMy Daily Business WaitlistGroup coaching is now open! Click here to learn more: mydailybusiness.com/groupcoaching Special thanks to our sponsor, Vanta AI. Get $1000 off at vanta.com/mydailybusiness  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching.  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.  We also love Descript.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.  
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Oct 11, 2023 • 58min

Supporting women's health and fertility with Tempe Simmons

Ever wondered how menstrual health influences a woman's productivity and emotions? In this episode, Fiona chats with Dr. Tempe Simmons, a specialist in Chinese medicine. They discuss the physical and emotional changes that women experience during the transitional phase. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:The importance of discussing menstrual health in the context of female entrepreneurship.Understanding the menstrual cycle and its hormonal fluctuationsHow hormonal changes impact mood, energy, and productivity.The role of testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone in the menstrual cycleManaging imposter syndrome and other mood-related challengesThe impact of stress on menstrual health and hormonal balanceNavigating the changing aspects of menstrual health as women ageCommon symptoms and issues experienced during perimenopause.The misconception that menopause only occurs when periods stop in one's 50s.The need for greater awareness and education regarding women's healthGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly PlannerMy Daily Business WaitlistGroup coaching is now open! Click here to learn more: mydailybusiness.com/groupcoaching Special thanks to our sponsor, Vanta AI. Get $1000 off at vanta.com/mydailybusiness  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching.  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.  We also love Descript.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.  
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Oct 9, 2023 • 12min

World Mental Health Day

How often do you prioritize your mental health in your daily routine? In this episode, Fiona discusses the importance of maintaining good mental health. She also shares some effective practices you can incorporate into your daily routine. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:The importance of regular, daily actions for mental healthSimple practices to incorporate into your daily routineDeep breathing exercises and one-minute meditationsChoosing uplifting content for mental well-beingEncouragement to prioritize daily mental health practicesGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly PlannerMy Daily Business Waitlist Special thanks to our sponsor, Vanta AI. Get $1000 off at vanta.com/mydailybusiness  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching.  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.  We also love Descript.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.  

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