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Are you ready to work smarter, not harder, and finally stop doing it all? Whether you’re a B2B or B2C professional service provider, solopreneur, entrepreneur, or career-pivoter, Delegate 2 Elevate – Get Sh!t Done is here to help you reclaim your time, boost your productivity, and grow your business by mastering the art of delegation. Get your D2E Swag Here https://delegate2elevatepodcast.com/merch/
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Stacey “Texas Trash Talker” Savage went from knocking on doors to passing statewide e-waste laws—and now runs waste audits for enterprise clients like Dell, Apple, and Nestlé Purina. In this episode, she and Bonnie get real about “smart delegation,” hiring pros who already know the playbook, writing expectations down, and incentivizing reliability so big, messy projects actually get finished. SUBSCRIBE: 🗞️ Monthly Zero Waste Business Newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/build-rel...
In this episode, Bonnie welcomes not one but two powerhouse women — Jennifer Bowers, founder of Front Porch Finance, and Teresa James, CEO of Loving Virtual Services. Together, they’ve built a thriving partnership that blends bookkeeping precision with VA support, and now they’re co-creating Back Office Besties. We talk about: How Jennifer and Teresa first met and built trustWhy bookkeepers and VAs are the Wonder Twins of delegationHow to know when it’s time to let go and delegate — even just...
What does it really take to let go of your life’s work — and hand it off without breaking the relationships that matter most? In this episode of Delegate 2 Elevate: Get Sh!t Done, Bonnie sits down with Elizabeth Ledoux, founder of Transition Strategists, Denver chair of Tiger 21, and author of It’s a Journey. With over 30 years of experience helping hundreds of entrepreneurs navigate succession, Elizabeth brings wisdom, empathy, and practical tools to the conversation. They dive into: Why suc...
In this episode of Delegate 2 Elevate: Get Sh!t Done, Bonnie sits down with Jessica Trueblood, founder of True Leadership Company and fellow Corporate Dropouts co-author. Jessica shares how she helps coaches, thought leaders, and executives turn the “gold in their heads” into scalable, profitable programs without piling on more Zoom calls. She talks about leaving corporate during the pandemic, why perfectionism keeps entrepreneurs stuck, and how delegating scary but necessary tasks like bookk...
You know the signs: your calendar looks like Tetris, you’re drowning in back-office busywork, and “I’ll just do it myself” has become your not-so-cute mantra. In this solo episode, host Bonnie Schutz breaks down five big red flags that scream it’s time to delegate—like now, not later. From bottlenecks to burnout, Bonnie shares the real-life visuals (yes, even pressure cookers and white-knuckle steering wheels) that drive home why delegation isn’t a luxury…it’s the pressure release valve for y...
Bonnie sits down with Becky Nelson, founder of Balanced Office Solutions, a bookkeeping and business advisory firm for entrepreneurs who’d rather not live buried in spreadsheets. With nearly 30 years in finance and ops, Becky brings a no-BS, judgment-free approach to helping business owners actually understand their numbers, create systems that save their sanity, and make smarter decisions without the stress. They talk about: Why bookkeeping is almost always the first (and smartest) thing t...
Kami Guildner joins Bonnie to explore the power of delegating your mind—to coaches, collaborators, and a mission-driven team. From building her top-ranked podcast and award-winning Ignite conference to her earliest delegation wins (hello, bookkeeper!), Kami shares how soul + strategy fuel sustainable success. Website: https://www.kamiguildner.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamiguildner/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/extraordinary-women-radio/id1216249277 Instagram:...
In this episode of Delegate 2 Elevate: Get Sh!t Done, I sit down with Lisa Boate, menopause consultant, coach, and host of the Transforming 45 podcast. Lisa shares her journey from educator to advocate, why unsupported menopause symptoms are forcing women out of the workforce, and how that loss impacts organizations everywhere. We unpack what perimenopause really looks like, why it’s different for every woman, and how simple communication tools can transform workplaces and teams. From creatin...
In this episode, Bonnie Schutz interviews Shawn Teasley, a marketing and branding strategist with a passion for digital marketing, social media, and communications. Shawn specializes in devising comprehensive strategies and managing brands' online presence across various social platforms. As the owner and lead strategist of her agency, Shawn consults, trains, and mentors teams on effective social media strategies and digital marketing initiatives. Small businesses have been outsourcing their ...
In this episode, host Bonnie Schutz welcomes her first guest, executive presence coach and media trainer Ron-Ben Joseph. They discuss the challenges of delegation, the importance of clear communication, and strategies for overcoming the fear of handing off tasks. Ron shares personal anecdotes and advice for entrepreneurs ready to delegate and free up time to focus on growing their business. RBJ is a highly accomplished executive presence coach, and media trainer dedicated to helping ind...
In this personal episode, Bonnie Schutz shares her journey with delegation and how it transformed her business. She discusses overcoming initial struggles with chaos and burnout, and the benefits of leveraging her network and team. Bonnie emphasizes how delegation creates space for growth. Also available on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Delegate2ElevatePodcast Get your D2E Swag Here https://delegate2elevatepodcast.com/merch/ Find us on: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Delegate2Elevate...
This episode of Delegate 2 Elevate covers Bonnie Schutz's top 10 tasks that business owners often try to handle themselves, including website, marketing, legal, IT, finance, HR, design, sales, photography, and events. Bonnie provides reality checks on the benefits of outsourcing these tasks to professionals, emphasizing how delegating can save time and money while improving business outcomes. The episode encourages listeners to identify areas they can delegate to elevate their business. Also ...
In this episode, the host, Bonnie Schutz, discusses the concept of a "delegation spectrum" and how it relates to both life and business. She explores the different stages of this spectrum, from being a "baby" with no delegation experience to an "encore" professional who may miss the ability to delegate. Bonnie encourages listeners to assess where they are on this spectrum and consider how delegation can help them elevate their lives and businesses. Also available on YouTube https://www.youtub...
In this episode, Bonnie Schutz shares 8 key adjustments and preparations to help refine your delegation skills over time. She covers topics like shifting your mindset about delegation, setting clear expectations, starting small and scaling up, maintaining communication and feedback loops, prioritizing tasks, building trust through transparency, reflecting and refining regularly, and encouraging constructive feedback. Bonnie provides practical tips and analogies to help listeners improve their...
In this episode, host Bonnie Schutz discusses common mistakes that can occur when learning to delegate or working with a new delegated assistant. She covers issues like miscommunication, setting unrealistic expectations, micromanaging, and selecting the wrong person for the job. Bonnie provides practical tips on using audio clips for clearer communication, managing expectations, giving constructive feedback, and thoroughly vetting potential hires. The episode aims to help listeners avoid comm...
When delegation plans fail, it can be frustrating and costly. Host Bonnie Schutz shares her experiences with delegation challenges and lessons learned in this episode. She discusses the vulnerability involved in delegating tasks, understanding what went wrong in past failures, and strategies for selecting the right delegation partners and building trust. To set up successful delegation, Bonnie provides actionable advice on communicating expectations, adjusting your approach, and avoiding micr...
This episode of Delegate 2 Elevate explores the "7 C's" of successful delegation - seven key elements that begin with the letter C. Host Bonnie Schutz dives into the importance of communication, collaboration, clarity, confidence, consistency, creativity, and commitment when delegating tasks and responsibilities. She shares personal experiences and advice on how to implement these principles to grow your business by effectively handing off work to others. The episode emphasizes the power of d...
In this episode, host Bonnie Schutz shares her journey from corporate executive assistant to successful entrepreneur. She discusses how the skills she developed as an EA, like time management and problem-solving, were transferable to running her own business. Bonnie emphasizes the importance of building a supportive network, overcoming perfectionism, and learning to trust others by delegating tasks. The episode encourages listeners to identify what they can outsource in order to free up time ...
In this episode, the host Bonnie shares her personal journey of transitioning from a corporate career to entrepreneurship. She discusses overcoming feelings of unworthiness and imposter syndrome, and how she embraced her age and experience as strengths. Bonnie emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with supportive communities and investing in yourself. She encourages listeners to recognize their own unique skills and strengths, and to not let self-doubt hold them back from pursuing...
In this introductory episode, host Bonnie Schutz shares her remarkable 30-year career journey from a files and records clerk to a top executive assistant. She recounts the challenges she faced in the corporate world, including layoffs and office politics, before transitioning to become a successful entrepreneur. Bonnie discusses her commitment to mastering the art of delegation, which has been crucial in running her own business and achieving greater freedom. She encourages listeners to embra...
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