EOS for a Better Business, Better Life

In another episode of Better Business, Better Life, host Debra Chantry-Taylor welcomes Aidan Lee, a martial artist and transformational coach, to explore how functional fitness and self-care can revolutionise the lives of business owners. Aidan shares his journey from being a top martial artist to battling injuries, depression, and anxiety, and how he rebuilt his life through mental resilience and physical health.  Aidan dives into the importance of self-awareness, habit change, and leading by example, especially for parents and business leaders. He advocates for blending functional strength training with martial arts, prioritising practices like myofascial release, and maintaining daily learning habits to stay energised and focused.  Packed with actionable tips, Aidan explains how simple steps such as biomechanics assessments, sustainable fitness routines, and setting boundaries can help business owners achieve optimal work-life balance. Whether you’re an entrepreneur seeking balance or a parent striving to lead with purpose, Aidan’s advice will inspire you to make lasting, positive changes.  Tune in to learn how to transform your approach to health that can lead to productivity both in business and life. CONNECT WITH DEBRA:         ___________________________________________         ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner  ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.co.nz  ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       ____________________________________________          GUEST’S DETAIL:  ► FitRoots -Website   ► Join Aidan’s Newsletter  ► Chat with Aidan: aidan@fitroots.co.uk  ► Aidan Lee - LinkedIn  Chapters:      01:43 - Aidan Lee's Journey and Background   04:03 - Challenges and Realisations in Aidan's Life   06:31 - Aidan's Mental and Physical Struggles   07:18 - The Path to Recovery and Transformation   08:36 - Balancing Work and Life   31:26 - Practical Tips for Improving Health and Productivity   38:56 - Creating a Sustainable Routine   40:56 - Final Thoughts and Contact Information 

Welcome to Better Business, Better Life. In this episode, host Debra Chantry-Taylor welcomes Jonny Goldstone, a former corporate lawyer turned entrepreneur and EOS implementer. Jonny shares his remarkable journey from co-founding Green Tomato Cars, an environmentally friendly taxi company, to scaling the business, selling it to Veolia Transdev, and later reviving it in the face of competition from Uber.  Jonny reveals the transformative role of EOS tools in turning around struggling businesses, with a focus on the accountability chart, prioritisation, and effective delegation. He also highlights the value of self-awareness in leadership, the importance of hiring aligned with core values, and the critical role a coach played during his turnaround journey.  Now a dedicated EOS Implementer, Jonny helps other businesses achieve clarity, improve team health, and realise their vision. Packed with actionable insights, this episode covers strategies for leadership success, building resilience, and leveraging EOS tools to create sustainable business growth.  Tune in to discover how Jonny’s experience and expertise can inspire you to build a better business and a better life.  CONNECT WITH DEBRA:  ___________________________________________          ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner  ►Reach out here: debra@businessaction.co.nz  ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/        ____________________________________________          GUEST’S DETAIL:  ► EOS Worldwide – Jonny Goldstone  ► Chat with Jonny: jonny.goldstone@eosworldwide.com  ► Jonny Goldstone - LinkedIn   Chapters:    02:09 - Jonny Goldstone's Journey from Lawyer to Entrepreneur   04:57 - Challenges in Setting Up Green Tomato Cars in the US   6:59 - Reviving Green Tomato Cars and Implementing EOS   14:19 - The Importance of EOS Tools and Accountability Chart  25:33 - Turning Around Green Tomato Cars and the Role of a Leader   31:53 - Johnny's Current Role as an EOS Implementer   39:26 - Practical Tips for Business Success   41:37 - Conclusion and Contact Information 

Start 2025 on a high note with this inspiring New Year episode of Better Business, Better Life! Host Debra Chantry-Taylor offers actionable strategies to help entrepreneurs define and achieve meaningful goals, setting the stage for a successful year ahead. Drawing from the principles of EOS, Debra introduces three transformative tools like the "Year in Review," clarity breaks, and personal scorecards to help you reflect on the past year, define clear priorities, and maintain accountability. She also highlights the importance of balancing professional and personal objectives, taking time to acknowledge gratitude, and using focused metrics to measure progress. So, whether you’re planning your next business milestone or striving for personal success, these tools can help you build momentum and stay on track. Tune in to discover how EOS tools can make 2025 your most successful year yet! HOST'S DETAILS:         ___________________________________________         ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.co.nz ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       ► Free Tools Download: The Year in Review Clarity Break Questions EOS Scorecard Chapters:   00:27 - Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Forward to 2025 03:04 - Setting Goals and Achievements for 2024 04:04 - The Importance of Downtime and Clarity Breaks 05:48 - Year-in-Review Tool and Questions 08:36 - Future Focus and Personal Performance 12:04 - Defining Priorities and Measuring Success 14:22 - Clarity Break and Personal Scorecard 15:38 - Final Tips and Encouragement

In this episode of Better Business, Better Life, Mark O'Donnell, EOS Worldwide Visionary, sits down with host Debra Chantry-Taylor, New Zealand’s passionate EOS Implementer, to explore her remarkable journey from a budding entrepreneur at 13 to a trusted advisor for established businesses.  Debra shares how her path led her from the pharmaceutical industry to launching and reinventing businesses, including navigating failures with her marketing firm and the challenges of running an event centre. Discover how Debra found EOS and used its tools to pivot her career, strengthen her businesses, and help others achieve success. From overcoming the impact of COVID-19 to her insights on the role of AI in coaching, Debra’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and a commitment to empowering people through EOS.  Tune in for inspiring lessons on building a better business and creating a meaningful legacy.    HOST'S DETAILS:          ___________________________________________          ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner  ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.co.nz  ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       ____________________________________________          GUEST’S DETAIL:  ► https://www.markodonnell.me/  ► Mark O'Donnell - LinkedIn     Chapters:    00:09 - Debra’s Entrepreneurial Journey and Early Business Ventures  04:17 - Transition from Scientist to Marketer  10:17 - Challenges and Failures in Business  13:55 - Discovery of EOS and Implementation  17:09 - Impact of COVID-19 and Continued Growth  19:01 - Transition to EOS and Family Business Advisor  21:49 - AI and the Future of Coaching  27:26 - Final Thoughts on Business Success 

In this Christmas Eve episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor reflects on the joys and challenges of family, both during the holidays and in family businesses. Drawing from her expertise as a Certified EOS Implementer and Family Business Advisor, Debra shares tools to help families separate emotional dynamics from practical decisions.  Debra also introduces the IDS issue-solving track, a tool for resolving family conflicts, and discusses how these strategies can foster harmony and clarity, whether around the dining table or the boardroom  Whether you're managing a family business or simply gathering with loved ones this holiday season, this episode offers tools and inspiration to build stronger connections and lasting legacies.  Tune in for strategies to strengthen family ties and set your business up for success in the new year!  HOST'S DETAILS:          ___________________________________________          ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner  ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.co.nz  ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/        ____________________________________________          Chapters:    00:00 - Family Christmas Reflections and Personal Background  03:41 - The Unique Challenges of Family Businesses  06:07 - Tools for Managing Family Business Dynamics  07:51 - Practical Applications of EOS Tools in Family Businesses  10:24 - Balancing Family and Business Roles  12:55 - Using EOS Tools for Family Harmony  14:11 - Applying EOS Tools to Family Dynamics  16:43 - Final Thoughts and Holiday Wishes 

Welcome to another episode Better Business, Better Life. Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor as she chats with Steve Krebs, fellow EOS implementer and founder of Machines4U, about his entrepreneurial journey and the transformative role of leadership and operating systems in business success.  Steve reflects on his upbringing in an entrepreneurial household in Rotorua, New Zealand, and how it shaped his career. By embracing tools like EOS and Scaling Up, and fostering a strong leadership team, Steve transformed his business into a model of efficiency and growth.  He also introduces his new venture, Boss Man Coaching, focused on helping leaders refine their skills and create meaningful impact. Through candid stories, Steve highlights the importance of structured processes, leadership development, and building a supportive culture. Tune in to learn how clarity, accountability, and the right tools can transform your business!  HOST'S DETAILS:          ___________________________________________          ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner  ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.co.nz  ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/        ____________________________________________          GUEST’S DETAILS:         ____________________________________________         ►Machines4U  ►Steve Krebs - LinkedIn   Chapters:    00:36 – Show Introduction  02:12 - Steve Krebs’ Entrepreneurial Journey   07:04 - Building and Scaling Machines4U  09:55 - The Role of Coaching and Operating Systems in Business  11:30 - The Impact of Leadership and Culture on Business Performance  12:57 - The Power of a Strong Leadership Team  46:16 - The Importance of Planning and Accountability  49:34 - The Role of EOS in Business Success  50:39 - The Future of Boss Man Coaching  51:05 - Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Listeners 

In this episode of Better Business, Better Life, host Debra Chantry-Taylor sits down with Niall Mackay, founder of Seven Million Bikes and former comedian turned podcast producer, to discuss how EOS tools transformed his business. Initially hesitant about structured processes, Niall embraced weekly meetings, scorecards, and rocks, which led to greater accountability, clarity, and team cohesion. With a global team embodying core values of quality, creativity, and positive influence, Niall shares how EOS simplified his operations and fostered replicability for growth.  Packed with practical tips and heartfelt reflections, this episode highlights how businesses of any size can benefit from EOS tools to drive consistent improvement and success.  Tune in to discover how simplicity, clarity, and structure can take your business to the next level!  HOST'S DETAILS:          ___________________________________________          ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner  ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.co.nz  ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/        ____________________________________________          GUEST’S DETAILS:         ____________________________________________           ► Seven Million Bikes Podcasts  ► Talk to Niall  ►Niall Mackay - LinkedIn    Chapters:    00:38 - Show and Guest Introduction  01:49 - Implementing EOS Tools in Niall’s Business   02:33 - Initial Challenges and Weekly Meetings  03:56 - Scorecard and Accountability  09:20 - Setting Boundaries and Fair Exchange  12:36 - Understanding and Implementing Rocks  16:22 - Developing Core Values and Mission Statement  25:27 - The Role of Visionary and Integrator  30:57 - Impact of EOS Tools on Business Growth  38:20 - Final Thoughts and Future Plans 

Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor in this milestone of Better Business, Better Life, as she celebrates 200 podcast episodes and 200 EOS client sessions. Reflecting on her journey, Debra dives into the transformative power of EOS tools, sharing insights from her 200th session with creative agency, Attention Seeker. She highlights the importance of clarity, consistency, and tough conversations in building thriving teams and businesses.  Debra also looks back on unforgettable podcast moments, including lessons from entrepreneurial legends, tips from EOS experts, and inspiring family business stories. She candidly shares how the podcast has been as much a personal growth journey as it has been a platform for sharing knowledge.  Tune in for a heartfelt celebration of milestones, practical takeaways for your business, and a look at what’s next for the Better Business, Better Life podcast.   Cheers to the next 200 episodes! HOST'S DETAILS:          ___________________________________________          ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner  ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.co.nz  ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/        ____________________________________________              Chapters:      00:36 - Introduction 01:16 - Celebrating Milestones and Reflecting on Success 02:05 - Lessons from the 200th EOS Client Session   05:32 - Key Themes in EOS: Vision, Traction, and Healthy 06:15 - Reflections on 200 Podcast Episodes 16:32 - Impact of Guests and Listener Feedback 17:10 - Behind the Numbers: Personal Reflections 18:30 - Future Plans and Acknowledgments 22:18 - Final Thoughts 

Welcome to Better Business, Better Life. Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor as she chats with guest Bill Stratton, a Certified EOS implementer and Kolbe Certified Consultant, about the transformative impact of EOS tools on businesses. Bill shares his inspiring journey from scaling a family-owned manufacturing company to revitalising a struggling home elevator business. He reveals how tools like the People Analyzer, Quarterly Conversations, and the Kolbe A Index have transformed team dynamics, employee engagement, and leadership success. With real-world success stories including a cybersecurity firm tripling its size and a cabinetry business enhancing cohesion, this episode is packed with actionable strategies for creating the right EOS structure and achieving measurable business traction. Tune in for fresh insights into how EOS can help your business thrive.     HOST'S DETAILS:          ___________________________________________          ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner  ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.co.nz  ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/        ____________________________________________      GUEST’S DETAILS:          ____________________________________________          ►Bill Stratton - Schedule a Call  ►Connect with Bill   ►Bill Stratton - LinkedIn          Chapters:    00:24 - Introduction   02:20 - Bill's Transformational Journey with EOS  07:21 - The Power of EOS Tools and Quarterly Conversations  12:39 - Effective Leadership and Difficult Conversations  18:14 - Kolbe A Index and Team Dynamics  24:21 - Success Stories and Real-World Impact  32:46 - EOS Tools and Proven Process  34:55 - Final Thoughts and Contact Information 

What can decades of productivity data reveal about how we work? In another episode of Better Business, Better Life, Host Debra Chantry-Taylor welcomes productivity expert, Mark Ellwood, to delve into fascinating gender differences in workplace productivity. Drawing on decades of research and 500,000 hours of tracked time, Mark reveals that women spend 22% of their work time on top-priority tasks compared to men's 18%, while also working fewer hours and completing tasks more efficiently. Mark shares practical strategies for improving productivity, including effective daily planning, smarter email management, and prioritising meaningful meetings. He also highlights how organisations can address administrative burdens and invest in training to create more efficient teams. Tune in this conversation packed with actionable insights to help you and your team work smarter, not harder. HOST'S DETAILS: ___________________________________________  ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner ►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.co.nz ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       ____________________________________________     GUEST’S DETAILS:         ____________________________________________         ► https://getmoredone.com/ ► The Poetic Path To Getting More Done - Mark’s Book ►Mark Ellwood - LinkedIn     Chapters:   00:37 - Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:50 - Mark's Journey and TimeCOVID Device 05:58 - Productivity Insights and Technology Impact 07:26 - Gender Differences in Time Use 20:08 - Implications and Potential Improvements 26:29 - Technological Changes and Their Effects 28:13 - Identifying and Addressing Productivity Issues 33:51 - Practical Tips for Improving Productivity 38:24 - Email Management and Responsibility 40:46 - Conclusion and Resources