
My Daily Business Podcast
(formerly My Daily Business Coach podcast). Do you love your business? You should, right? Well sometimes, as small business owners, we just don't. The My Daily Business podcast is here to provide inspiration, education and motivation for small business owners who want to fall in love with their business again and build a business they can be proud of.
Hosted by Fiona Killackey, author, speaker, business coach and founder of My Daily Business, this podcast includes business coaching, interviews with small business owners and tips, tools and tactics to help you scale your small business without scaling the stress. Grab freebies to help you grow your business at https://www.mydailybusiness.com/freestuff
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Latest episodes

Oct 31, 2024 • 1h 4min
Interview: Shannon and Priyanka of Volv
"Find your community. If you're building in clean tech or, you know, agritech, it doesn't matter. Like news or whatever, find where your people are. Find that community. Talk to them. Peers are so important, it doesn't matter. Even if they're competitors to you. You know, people start from one point and they end up somewhere else completely. So it doesn't really matter. There is enough room for everyone to sort of thrive in that industry."Priyanka and Shannon share their journey from non-tech backgrounds in finance and consultancy to creating a tech platform that is gaining significant traction and backing from industry giants like Snapchat. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of building a startup, the importance of unbiased news, and how they managed to capture the attention of mentors like Mark Cuban.The conversation delves into the future of social media, the impact of AI on content creation, and the importance of meeting your audience where they are. This episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to innovate in their field, regardless of their background.
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Oct 28, 2024 • 10min
How set up are you for the unexpected?
"Are they really set up for success? And part of that, a huge part of that is that there are systems and processes in place."Fiona highlights the importance of regularly reviewing and updating these systems to ensure they remain relevant and effective. She warns against complacency and encourages listeners to assess their current processes critically. Whether you already have a team or are planning to hire, Fiona's insights will help you create a more efficient and resilient business.For those looking to improve their business systems, Fiona recommends the "How to Set Up Your Systems in Seven Steps" course, available at mydailybusiness.com/courses. This episode is a must-listen for any small business owner aiming to maintain stability and growth, even amidst staffing changes.
⭐️ GET MORE TIME BACK with our fave AI tool that has saved us HOURS. Use Poppy AI and code FIONA for a discount ⭐️ 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.

Oct 23, 2024 • 59min
Lucy Feagins of The Design Files on building a lasting brand and staying true to yourself
You'll Learn About:The role of instinct in business decision-makingThe evolution of The Design Files over nearly two decadesThe importance of maintaining independence and integrity in businessInsights into launching a print magazine in a digital ageStrategies for balancing personal growth with business leadershipThe impact of community and relationships in business success
⭐️ GET MORE TIME BACK with our fave AI tool that has saved us HOURS. Use Poppy AI and code FIONA for a discount ⭐️ 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.

Oct 21, 2024 • 11min
How to best utilise AI in your small business
You'll learn about:The importance of providing proper context and data points to AI tools for better, more personalised resultsHow to leverage existing content (videos, voice notes, podcasts, emails) as input for AI to learn your unique tone and styleWhy generic AI prompts may lead to generic or misaligned outputs, and how to avoid thisThe significance of pattern recognition in AI and how it affects the quality of AI-generated contentStrategies for making AI sound more like you and align with your brand voiceThe value of embracing AI in business while learning to use it effectively and appropriately. Want to know more about AI join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners, starting at the end of November 2024. You ca join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat
⭐️ GET MORE TIME BACK with our fave AI tool that has saved us HOURS. Use Poppy AI and code FIONA for a discount ⭐️ 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.

Oct 16, 2024 • 54min
Creating an innovative product on a global scale with Aaron Trotman of NON
In this episode, Fiona chats with Aaron, founder of NON and a successful entrepreneur in the hospitality industry, to uncover his valuable insights on building strong partnerships and maintaining balance while growing a business. Aaron shares practical strategies for launching new products, scaling successfully, and staying true to your brand's identity. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!You'll Learn How To:The lack of hospitality or family business backgroundOvercoming challenges scaling the businessThe impact of data-driven insights on marketingThe unique process behind creating NON’s flavoursConsistency in branding and designThe creation and success of NON’s award-winning bottle stopperThe importance of naivety and curiosity in businessTips for launching products and partnershipsManaging multiple markets and global expansionBalancing personal life and business responsibilitiesHiring good people and strategic advisorsNavigating cultural differences in different marketsThe significance of brand advocacy and street credMaintaining product consistency while scalingStaying innovative and future plans for the businessGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffGroup Coaching is now open! You can apply at mydailybusiness.com/groupcoachingConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly Planner
⭐️ GET MORE TIME BACK with our fave AI tool that has saved us HOURS. Use Poppy AI and code FIONA for a discount ⭐️ 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.

Oct 14, 2024 • 13min
Can I see myself in your marketing?
In this episode, we explore how to make your marketing more relatable by showing authenticity and building genuine connections with your audience. Learn how to reflect your audience's frustrations to strengthen engagement. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:Authentic marketingUnderstanding audience frustrationsExamples of marketingEvaluating your recent marketing efforts for relatability.Resources for marketing assistance and coaching.
⭐️ GET MORE TIME BACK with our fave AI tool that has saved us HOURS. Use Poppy AI and code FIONA for a discount ⭐️ 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.

Oct 9, 2024 • 30min
5 things I've stopped spending money on in my business
In this episode, Fiona dives into the importance of assessing the value of what you invest in. She also discusses why it’s crucial to question the true impact of these expenses on your bottom line. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:Importance of actively engaging in membershipsHow to manage business expensesOverspending on tech tools and gadgetsAssessing large membership groups and their impactThe cost of online tech tools vs. their actual benefitEvaluating new software tools and their promisesImportance of testing tools before committing to long-term plansTransparency in affiliate marketing and tool recommendationsManaging stationery addiction in business spendingMonthly audits of app subscriptions and cutting unnecessary costsThe value of reinvesting saved money for business growthGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffGroup Coaching is now open! You can apply at mydailybusiness.com/groupcoachingConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly Planner
⭐️ GET MORE TIME BACK with our fave AI tool that has saved us HOURS. Use Poppy AI and code FIONA for a discount ⭐️ 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.

Oct 7, 2024 • 13min
The quick tactic for getting unstuck
In this episode, Fiona explores the power of coming up with three options when you're stuck in business or life decisions. This simple tactic helps you unlock creativity and break free from all-or-nothing thinking. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:The importance of pitch decks for business The power of coming up with three ideas for creative solutionsExamples of using three options in marketingAlleviating stress by not focusing on one perfect solutionApplying the "power of three" to business campaignsGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffGroup Coaching is now open! You can apply at mydailybusiness.com/groupcoachingConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly Planner
⭐️ GET MORE TIME BACK with our fave AI tool that has saved us HOURS. Use Poppy AI and code FIONA for a discount ⭐️ 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.

Oct 2, 2024 • 1h 2min
Thriving in Interior Design with Jenny Matek of Studio Jenka
In this episode, Fiona chats with Jenny Matek from Studio Jenka. She shares her inspiring journey from growing up around construction to founding a successful interior design and renovation business. She reflects on balancing her creative passion with working in a male-dominated industry. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:Transition from retail management to interior design and renovationsChallenges faced as a woman in constructionOvercoming imposter syndromeThe impact of renovationFocusing energy on clients' needs over competitionPersonal experiences with home renovationsThe importance of budgeting in renovationsRole of interior designers in maximising renovation valueCollaboration between designers and buildersManaging project expectations and avoiding cost surprisesUtilising video communication for client updatesMarketing strategies for interior design businessesThe significance of professional photography in brandingBalancing family life with business operationsStruggles of managing a business as a coupleImportance of business coaching for goal settingPower of access to education and informationAdvice for young entrepreneurs: confidence and taking risksChallenges in hiring staff and delegating tasksPride in winning a national award and industry recognitionValue of client relationships and networking strategiesGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffGroup Coaching is now open! You can apply at mydailybusiness.com/groupcoachingConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly Planner
⭐️ GET MORE TIME BACK with our fave AI tool that has saved us HOURS. Use Poppy AI and code FIONA for a discount ⭐️ 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.

Sep 30, 2024 • 11min
What comes after the "win"?
In this episode, Fiona focuses on an essential question for life and business: "What happens after the win?" She emphasizes the importance of considering the aftermath of any major achievement or launch. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:The importance of thinking about "what happens after the win."How to plan beyond the launch of a book, website, or other big projects.Fiona’s experience writing her two booksExamples of focusing on life eventsStrategic planning for conferences and trade shows.The need to maintain momentum after significant milestones.Get started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffGroup Coaching is now open! You can apply at mydailybusiness.com/groupcoachingConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly Planner
⭐️ GET MORE TIME BACK with our fave AI tool that has saved us HOURS. Use Poppy AI and code FIONA for a discount ⭐️ 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.