Send us a text In this solo episode, Emma Mills explores one of the biggest challenges every business owner faces - staying focused in an age of constant distraction. Emma reflects on the difference between business owners who make real progress and those who stay stuck in the same busy cycle week after week. Spoiler: it’s not about working harder - it’s about working with focus and intention. Emma shares her “Focus Framework” - the five steps that help you take back control of your time, sto...
Send us a text What if scaling your business didn’t have to mean stress, burnout, and endless hours chained to your laptop? In this episode, I’m joined by Francis Rodino - growth strategist, sales automation expert, bestselling author of Leads Machine, and founder of Lead Hero AI. Francis has helped clients generate over $300M in revenue and reclaim more than 200,000 hours through smarter systems, automation, and AI-driven marketing. We talk about: ✨ Why most entrepreneurs overcomplicat...
Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined by Will Polston for a grounded conversation about manifestation and gratitude - what they really mean, and how to make them practical. We explore vision boards, daily habits, and the science behind why your focus and energy shape your results. Along the way, we share real stories, useful book recommendations, and straightforward practices you can start using right away. Whether you’re aiming for a business breakthrough, more clarity in your day...
Send us a text What does it really take to live unapologetically, cut the excuses, and design a life entirely on your own terms? In this episode, I sit down with Michael Serwa - one of the boldest coaches in the world - to talk about confidence, courage, and what it means to stop settling. Michael doesn’t sugar-coat; he challenges you to raise your standards, embrace discomfort, and pursue success without compromise. If you’ve ever wondered what separates those who pla...
Send us a text What does it really take to build a business that lasts? In this episode of Focus on the Fun Stuff, I sit down with Chris Ducker - best-selling author, serial entrepreneur, and creator of the Youpreneur movement - to talk about sustainable leadership, avoiding entrepreneurial burnout, and how to play the long game in business. Chris opens up about his own experience with burnout, his path to recovery, and what he's doing differently this time around to protect his energy, time,...
Send us a text In this episode of Focus on the Fun Stuff, I sit down with entrepreneur, investor, and bestselling author Jason Graystone, who achieved financial freedom by the age of 30. But Jason’s story isn’t about chasing numbers - it’s about building a life you truly love. We dive into the lessons from his book Always Free, exploring why time freedom is just as important as financial freedom, and how aligning your life with your values can unlock both. Jason shares his journey from ...
Send us a text In this solo episode, Emma shares the exact process she uses to stop founders from being “the glue” that holds everything together, and instead build a business that works for them - not the other way around. You’ll learn how to: Identify where you’re still holding on too tightlyDelegate with confidence and clarityProtect your most valuable asset - youRedesign your role so you can lead from the front, focus on the big opportunities, and create the futurePacked with practical st...
Send us a text From humble beginnings in Burnley to sharing stages with Bill Clinton and building multiple 7-figure businesses, John Lee knows what it takes to scale fast and stay ahead. In this eye-opening episode, John joins Emma to share his journey-and exactly how he uses AI, content, and leverage to build wealth and create massive opportunities. 🎯 You’ll learn: How John built his first million by 27The #1 mindset shift every entrepreneur needsWhy organic content still wins (and how it la...
Send us a text Feeling like nothing works without you in your business? Like if you took one day off, everything would fall apart? You’re not alone - but you’re also not stuck. In this solo episode, Emma gets real about the mindset shift every founder has to make if they want to scale without burning out. She shares how even the most high-performing entrepreneurs start small when it comes to delegation - and reveals the 106 most commonly outsourced tasks she’s seen in 17+ years of supporting ...
Send us a text Forget everything you think you know about business awards. In this powerful and practical episode, Emma sits down with award strategist and international judge Donna O’Toole, founder of August Recognition, to reveal how strategic recognition can transform your brand, boost your team, and even increase your business’s exit value. Inside this episode: How to use awards as a strategic growth tool (not just a vanity metric)The truth about judging panels—and why storytelling alone ...
Send us a text Tired of feeling busy but never actually moving the needle? In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the weekly planning structure that keeps me out of the weeds and fully focused on what matters most. Whether you’re juggling client work, team management, or 1,000 Slack notifications — this episode will show you how to take back control of your week using CEO-level planning. You’ll learn: ✅ How to dedicate days to specific energies (like marketing, finance, or deep...
Send us a text What if breaking your business was the best thing you ever did? In this powerful and practical episode, Emma chats with business coach and multiple author Robin Waite about burnout, boundaries, and the bold decisions that helped him redesign his work – and his life. Robin shares: -His journey from marketing agency burnout to launching Fearless Business -The 4-stage growth cycle every entrepreneur goes through (on repeat!) -How to create “guilt-free time off” in a business built...
Send us a text You’re ticking boxes, clearing emails, rushing from one thing to the next… But why do you still feel behind? In this solo episode of Focus on the Fun Stuff, Emma Mills dives into one of the biggest mindset shifts every overwhelmed entrepreneur needs to make: productivity is not about doing more—it’s about doing what matters. Inside this high-impact episode: ️-Why doing more = staying stuck -The power of intention over inbox zero -How to stop letting your to-do...
Send us a text Tired of chasing leads and constantly being “on” just to keep business coming in? In this episode, I’m joined by Gary Das—mortgage broker turned business coach—who shares how he built his brand and scaled his business organically through social media. No paid ads, no gimmicks—just smart systems and consistent content that works. We cover: How to turn content into consistent, high-quality leads Why automation and delegation are essential to scale lead gen The m...
Send us a text Is AI coming for your job? Or is it the tool that will help your business grow faster, smarter, and with less stress? In this episode of Focus on the Fun Stuff, I’m joined by business strategist Lee Russel to explore what AI really means for small business owners right now. We break down: 🤖 What AI is (and what it definitely isn’t) 🚫 Why panic is the wrong move—and what to do instead ⚡ How to start using AI today to save time, boost productivity, and gain a competitive edge 📉 T...
Send us a text If you’ve ever thought that simply delegating tasks was the key to freedom, think again. In this episode, I’m unpacking why task-based support isn’t enough — and why what you really need is a true driver of progress: an Executive Assistant. I'll share insights from 17 years of experience working with business owners, explaining the powerful difference between having someone who just takes orders and someone who proactively helps you focus, prioritize, and ultimately...
Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed even though you’ve technically delegated? You’re not alone. In this episode of Focus on the Fun Stuff, Emma Mills unpacks the real reason your delegation isn’t working — and what to do instead. From “phantom delegation” to the most common time-sucking traps business owners fall into, Emma shares her proven PAUSE framework to help you reclaim your energy, clarity, and calendar. You’ll learn: The 3 hidden delegation mistakes that keep you stuckWhy outsou...
Send us a text Ever feel like you know exactly what to do in your business—but you’re still not doing it? You’re not lazy. You don’t need another strategy. You need a shift in how you think. This week on Focus on the Fun Stuff, I’m joined by Terry Gormley, founder of The Mindshaper Academy and creator of the life-changing course The Will to Act. Terry helps business owners bridge the gap between knowing and doing. We dive deep into: Why your mindset—not your to-do list—is holding you ba...
Send us a text Ever feel like your business should be further ahead by now? In this no-fluff episode, I’m joined by entrepreneur, investor, and scale-up expert Dan Bradbury—a man who went from £109,000 in debt to multiple 7-figure business exits. We talk about: 🔥 Why most businesses are unsellable (and how to fix yours) 📉 The harsh truth about revenue goals and ego-driven decisions 🧠 How your blind spots are quietly costing you thousands ⚙️ The six business areas that make or break your growt...
Send us a text Discover why knowing your true hourly rate makes delegation a no-brainer — and how to use it to free up your time and increase your income. Still doing £30, £40, £50 tasks in your £100/hour zone? In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the simplest mindset shifts that’ll change how you run your business — forever. You’ll learn how to calculate your true hourly rate based on the life you actually want to live (think: 6 weeks off, 25-hour weeks 🙌), and how to use that num...