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Episode 1961:

Emma Worden lays out a practical guide for entrepreneurs weighing the decision to bring on help in their small business. She explores the financial, strategic, and emotional aspects of hiring, from choosing between contractors, employees, or partners to leveraging automation tools, helping you avoid premature hires while still scaling smart.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://womenwhomoney.com/hire-help-small-business/

Quotes to ponder:

"Hiring help lets you grow your revenue faster, expand your business, and boost its efficiency."

"When translated into actual numbers, it seems that a business with an owner and just one employee faces an average employment cost of $56,770 per worker."

"If you're ready to hire the first candidate you come across, then the answer is obvious. You need help."

Episode references:

Asana: https://asana.com

Zoho Recruit: https://www.zoho.com/recruit/

QuickBooks: https://quickbooks.intuit.com

Odoo: https://www.odoo.com

SAP Business One: https://www.sap.com/products/business-one.html

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Episode 1960:

Julie Morgenstern shares how making time for hobbies isn't just a luxury, it's essential for high-performing professionals facing burnout. By stepping away from the grind and embracing something purely for joy, we restore energy, ignite creativity, and bring renewed presence to both work and personal life.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/tips-tools-blog/2022/1/19/how-hobbies-kick-burnout-and-fuel-creativity

Quotes to ponder:

"Hobbies are what give us that boost to tackle all things head-on. A style of self-care, if you will, to bring us back to ourselves and slow down."

"These hobbies allow us to enjoy our time fully and free our minds to process new ideas, ignite our focus, generate fresh new perspectives, and create new strategies."

"Taking breaks is essential for even the highest achieving executives to maintain a high-efficiency level without experiencing burnout."

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Episode 1959:

Chris Reining offers a practical roadmap for freelancers like Holly to take control of their finances, even with unpredictable income. By systematizing cash flow and rethinking how you price your services, you can reduce stress, build savings, and earn more by working smarter, not harder.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/as-an-entrepreneur-how-do-i-manage-my-money-and-make-more-of-it/

Quotes to ponder:

"Sometimes when there are so many small fires you can't see the big fire. And that is you need to raise your rates."

"Starting small and building the habit builds discipline, and that's how great things can happen."

"So what happens when you double your rates and lose half your clients? Right, nothing. You make the same amount of money, and get half your time back."

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Episode 1958:

Emily Guy Birken breaks down the essentials of disability insurance for the self-employed, revealing how vital income protection is when you're your own boss. From understanding the nuances of short- and long-term policies to navigating passive income challenges and finding affordable coverage, this article empowers freelancers to make smart, protective financial choices.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ptmoney.com/disability-insurance-for-the-self-employed-2/

Quotes to ponder:

"There may nothing more valuable to your financial health as your ability to earn income."

"Basically, it's important to be able to pinpoint the continuing work you do in order to bring in your 'passive' income."

"If your house is paid off and you're debt-free, you may be able to get by with a lower payout."

Episode references:

Breeze – Disability Insurance for the Modern Workforce: https://www.meetbreeze.com

Just Answer: https://www.justanswer.com

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Episode 1957:

Michael Mehlberg breaks down how great leaders inspire teams by clearly articulating a compelling vision, using President Kennedy's moon-landing challenge as a model. When leaders define a bold yet achievable "big picture," team members, no matter their role, feel connected, motivated, and empowered to contribute with purpose.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2016/7/19/how-to-motivate-a-team-by-revealing-the-big-picture

Quotes to ponder:

"I believe that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal before this decade is out of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to the earth."

"An unthoughtful delivery of your company's purpose can be just as demotivating as a sensible one can be inspiring."

"Success for you, as a leader, doesn't lie in achieving a goal… only your team can claim that."

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Episode 1956:

Michael Mehlberg reveals how small businesses can outshine corporate giants by tapping into a hidden strength, clarity of purpose. When team members truly understand their impact and see how their efforts fit into the bigger vision, they work harder, stay loyal, and bring powerful ideas to the table.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2016/7/19/how-to-motivate-a-team-by-revealing-the-big-picture

Quotes to ponder:

"They believe what you believe. And instead of being a number in a thousand-person company, they are a name and a face and a difference-maker."

"Employees with purpose and the freedom to fulfill it are going to protect their job from anyone or anything that could take it away."

"Employees who understand why the company exists know exactly what needs to be output to get the results you're looking for."

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Episode 1955:

Seth Godin challenges the traditional job interview process, arguing it's outdated and ineffective, especially for both routine and creative roles. He proposes a more immersive, performance-based approach that evaluates candidates through real work, not rehearsed conversations.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://seths.blog/2006/09/the_end_of_the_/

Quotes to ponder:

"Yes, people change after you hire them. They always do. But do they change more after an unrealistic office interview or after you've actually watched them get in the cage and tame a lion?"

"If someone can do the cog job, what other information are you looking for? Why?"

"If you're hiring more than a few people a week, clearly it's worth having a full-time person to do this task and do it well."

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Episode 1954:

Michael Levitt explores essential strategies for business success by outlining five powerful marketing tools, ranging from SEO to content marketing, and explains how each one helps businesses grow, connect with customers, and drive conversions. He also offers practical, eco-friendly solutions for reusing recycled paper in the workplace, helping companies reduce waste and embrace sustainable practices.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakfastleadership.com/blog/marketing-tools-5-types-why-your-business-needs-them & https://www.breakfastleadership.com/blog/ways-to-use-recycled-paper-in-the-workplace

Quotes to ponder:

"Social media also provides an opportunity for customers to engage with your brand and give you feedback."

"SEO involves optimizing your website content, structure, and code so that search engines can easily find and index your site."

"Content marketing can take many forms, such as blog posts, e-books, infographics, videos, and more."

Episode references:

Facebook Ads: https://www.facebook.com/business/ads

Instagram Ads: https://business.instagram.com/advertising

Google SEO Starter Guide: https://developers.google.com/search/docs/fundamentals/seo-starter-guide

Mailchimp: https://mailchimp.com