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Latest episodes

Jun 8, 2025 • 34min
205 owning the room (with Chelsea Pottenger part 3/3)
From team meetings to keynote stages, Chelsea breaks down what it really takes to become a captivating communicator in the final ep of our communication mini-series. This one’s packed with practical tips for managing nerves, finding your voice, and speaking with presence without being the loudest person in the room.🎓 Chelsea’s comms course: Unlock Your Voice💸 Save 10% off any program with code thisisbusiness10Learn more at EQ Minds and The Mindful CommunicatorWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 8, 2025 • 28min
205 working the room (with Chelsea Pottenger part 2/3)
Networking doesn’t have to feel cringe. In part 2 of our communication mini-series, Chelsea and Kayla talk through how to connect meaningfully, show up with the right energy, and build trust online and in person even if you’re introverted.📘 The Empath’s Survival Guide by Dr Judith Orloff: https://amzn.to/4mQN7H9📘 Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara: https://amzn.to/4lgry1l🎓 Learn how to pitch, present and connect with confidence: Unlock Your Voice💸 Use code thisisbusiness10 for 10% off any of Chelsea's programs✨ Learn more at https://themindfulcommunicator.com/ and https://www.eqminds.com/We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 8, 2025 • 26min
205 nailing the pitch (with Chelsea Pottenger part 1/3)
In part one of this mini-series, Chelsea Pottenger shares how to create a pitch that connects and converts, whether you're presenting to investors, applying for a grant, or chatting to a client. She covers practical strategies for tailoring your message, building confidence, and using AI as your pitch coach. Chelsea is a keynote speaker, author, and the founder of EQ Minds and The Mindful Communicator. After a career in corporate leadership and her own experience with postnatal depression, she made it her mission to help others improve their mental wellbeing and communication skills both on stage and in everyday life.🎁 Download Chelsea’s free Custom GPT Guide here🎓 Join Chelsea’s comms course: Unlock Your Voice at https://www.themindfulcommunicator.com/💸 Get 10% off any program from EQ Minds or The Mindful Communicator with code thisisbusiness10We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 28, 2025 • 26min
204 how to know if you're on the right track with your business
So… how do you actually know if you’re on the right track in your business? In this episode, Glen and Kayla get real about the early years, what "signs of life" look like (beyond just making money), and why sometimes knowing what to stop doing is just as important as knowing what to start. Whether you’re deep in the hustle or cruising in a flow state, this chat will help you reflect on where you’re at and what needs to shift.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 11, 2025 • 28min
203 the two types of business: empire or lifestyle
Do you want to build an empire or a lifestyle business? Glen and Kayla unpack the difference, what business success looks like for them and why defining your version matters.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 27, 2025 • 50min
202 Gina left her legal career after having kids to start a business
Thinking of leaving the employee life to start a business? Gina did - with no roadmap, a warehouse lease, and two kids in tow. She and Glen chat about the messy middle of building something new, from landing the first client to perfecting the sales pitch and tackling the fear that comes with starting something new.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 13, 2025 • 1h 1min
201 Glen's business update: burnout, risk, and the new studio setup
We’re *finally* kicking off season 2 with a behind-the-scenes look at what’s really been going on. Glen and Kayla get candid about burnout, bouncing back, and what’s changing in the business this year - from building a custom studio to rethinking the podcasting model. We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 3, 2024 • 53min
website best practices for small businesses
In this episode, Kayla chats with Matt Bishop from Superbrick Studio who shares insights on building websites that grow with businesses. He discusses why a website is a cornerstone of branding, what platforms are best suited to different business sizes, and the essential elements for local SEO.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 27, 2024 • 34min
WWWD: physio business facing commute & staffing challenges
In today's episode Glen and Kayla take a look at a physiotherapy business owned by Chris who is facing challenges related to staffing, HR, and commuting between two locations. They discuss ideas and tips to help Chris tackle the pain points and continue growing his business.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 6, 2024 • 57min
how to align profit with purpose through charitable giving with Alana Nicholls
In this episode Kayla chats with Alana Nicholls from Pro Purpose who shares how businesses can align profit with purpose. She explains how to embed giving into your business, making generosity both impactful and sustainable, no matter the size of your company.Learn more about Pro Purpose here: https://www.propurpose.org/We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.