Streamlined Solopreneur: Tips to Help Business Owners Grow Without Burnout
Joe Casabona, Automations Builder
You started your business for freedom, not to be chained to your desk. I help small business owners grow without burning out through simple, powerful online automations.
On Streamlined Solopreneur you'll get real-world strategies, smarter workflows, and practical tools to help you reclaim your time and actually enjoy the freedom you set out to create.
Your host, Joe Casabona, is a seasoned technologist with over 25 years of experience. He's seen how the right systems can transform a business. But more than that, He's a teacher at heart.
His goal isn’t to overwhelm you with jargon, but to make complex ideas simple and give you an actionable plan you can actually use.
Because your business should support your life—not take it over.
Tune in every Monday, wherever you get your podcasts.
On Streamlined Solopreneur you'll get real-world strategies, smarter workflows, and practical tools to help you reclaim your time and actually enjoy the freedom you set out to create.
Your host, Joe Casabona, is a seasoned technologist with over 25 years of experience. He's seen how the right systems can transform a business. But more than that, He's a teacher at heart.
His goal isn’t to overwhelm you with jargon, but to make complex ideas simple and give you an actionable plan you can actually use.
Because your business should support your life—not take it over.
Tune in every Monday, wherever you get your podcasts.
Episodes
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Jan 6, 2025 • 33min
2025 Yearly Theme: The Year of Being Present
As we dive into 2025, the focus shifts to 'The Year of Being Present,' aiming for mindfulness amid life's chaos. Reflecting on past challenges with control, the speaker emphasizes the importance of embracing the moment. They share personal anecdotes about parenting and reducing distractions, inspiring listeners to find joy in daily life. Practical goals like minimizing screen time are highlighted, making this a journey toward intentional living. Plus, exciting new features, including a free private podcast, are introduced to enhance the experience!
Dec 20, 2024 • 8min
Generosity and the Future: My Favorite Christmas Story
Dive into a heartfelt tale about how a stranger's kindness transformed a young musician's life. Discover the profound impact of generosity within a community, especially during the festive season. Listen as the narrator reflects on the lasting legacy of family values and passion for music. This touching story will inspire you to embrace kindness and consider how simple gestures can create ripples of positivity.
Dec 16, 2024 • 23min
My Biggest Failure, and Success, of 2024
2024 brought transformative insights and lessons on success and failure. The speaker proudly shares their top achievement of ranking first on Google for 'Podcast Coach.' However, the 'be everywhere' strategy proved disastrous, leading to a reevaluation of priorities. Emphasis is placed on knowing one’s niche and the growing importance of SEO, especially as social media dynamics shift. The value of focused efforts over multitasking is underscored, along with a commitment to integrating AI for enhanced workflow. A reflective journey that pairs growth with crucial lessons learned.
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Dec 9, 2024 • 27min
It’s Been 2 Years Since ChatGPT Came Out. How do Solopreneurs Use It?
Two years after ChatGPT's rise, the hosts reflect on their ambivalence toward AI tools while sharing how they integrate them into their work. They highlight AI's role in enhancing creativity and productivity, especially in ideation and research. Despite the advancements, the conversation emphasizes the irreplaceable value of human connection and storytelling in content creation. A new coaching program is introduced to help solopreneurs streamline their workflows, blending efficiency with authenticity.
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Dec 2, 2024 • 55min
How to Build Authority as a Solopreneur with Jessica Lackey
In this engaging discussion, Jessica Lackey, a business and operations strategist, shares her expertise on building authority as a solopreneur. She emphasizes the importance of defining your premise and creating a cohesive body of work independent of social media. Jessica suggests focusing on audience behaviors rather than demographics to forge meaningful connections. She also highlights the value of authentic storytelling and diverse content creation methods, encouraging solopreneurs to master their unique voice and strategies for effective authority building.
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Nov 30, 2024 • 21min
Some Apps and Services I'm Grateful for
Explore the tools that have transformed productivity and focus this year! Discover game-changing apps like Audible and ChatGPT that enhance daily tasks. Delve into how reducing social media use has positively impacted time management. Learn about web performance solutions tailored for busy solopreneurs. This gratitude-fueled discussion is a treasure trove for anyone looking to streamline their life with essential tech.
Nov 25, 2024 • 53min
Work-Life Balance Reframed: Be Kind to Yourself with Lindsey Carnick
In this engaging discussion, Lindsey Carnick, a licensed clinical social worker and owner of Onward Psychological Services, shares insights on managing work-life balance. She explores how our minds naturally drift to work, promoting self-compassion over guilt for these thoughts. Lindsey emphasizes the importance of aligning actions with personal values and discusses practical tools like writing to clear intrusive thoughts. The conversation challenges the myths of hustle culture, advocating for a kinder, more balanced approach to personal and professional success.
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Nov 20, 2024 • 58min
The 2024 Solopreneur's Gift Guide (with Cat Mulvihill)
In this discussion, Kat Mulvihill, a productivity and virtual presentation skills trainer, shares the ultimate gift guide for solopreneurs and remote workers. The duo emphasizes mindful shopping, featuring must-have kitchen appliances for a smooth work-from-home experience. They discuss the joy of journaling with fountain pens, the innovative Rocketbook for note-taking, and the fun of personalizing tech with colorful microphone covers. Kat also recommends practical gifts like supportive footwear, efficient lighting solutions, and high-quality microphones for enhanced productivity.
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Nov 18, 2024 • 19min
How Solopreneurs Can Work with a Virtual Assistant
Learn how to streamline your business by effectively collaborating with a virtual assistant. Discover the importance of defining and delegating key tasks, ensuring your VA's work aligns with your goals. Find out how to select and test candidates to ensure the right fit. Create video tutorials to clarify tasks and improve communication. Say goodbye to burnout and hello to productivity as you embrace the support of a skilled VA.
Nov 15, 2024 • 18min
Free Preview: Joe's Audio Notes
A few months ago I launched a free private podcast called Joe’s Audio Notes. The episodes are very short (7 minutes or less), where I share my thoughts on being a solopreneur, a podcaster, a parent, and other thoughts related to being a productive member of society.I'm sharing 3 of the episodes here (which you can find in the chapter markers): Thinking About my Content StrategyHow do you pick the right idea?Battling the work hangoverIf you like it, I'd love for you to join! You can sign up for free here.
(00:00) - Intro
(01:22) - Thinking About my Content Strategy
(07:00) - How do you pick the right idea?
(12:42) - Battling the work hangover
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