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No one said running your own business would be easy—juggling time, rallying your team, all while pushing for growth in a competitive market. Ever feel like you're spinning wheels, chasing time that just slips through your fingers?
Well, what if we told you it doesn't have to be this relentless grind? As business coaches with hands-on insight, our podcast explores the psyche behind your work ethic, helping you break free from the shackles of 'busy' to reclaim your time freedom.
This is no fireside chat—it's pragmatic, actionable, strategic. Every episode contains real-world, high-impact advice that empowers you to work smarter, not harder.
We disrupt the status quo, decoding high performance, outlining growth strategies, and redefining profit—transforming the numbers game into a tailored success plan for you. We're shattering cycles of conventional thinking, equipping you with mindset shifts that you can implement for instant results.
But it's not all about the bottom line. We dive into the human element, too, examining how your deepest needs drive your business.
With Smart Business Growth with Nicky & Ness, you join a community intent on achieving peak performance collectively. Are you ready to take the leap from surviving to abundantly thriving?
Tune in, let's break those cycles, and catapult your business to new heights. Wherever you listen to podcasts, we're there, waiting to welcome you
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In this episode, Nicky and Ness delve into the challenges of maintaining a healthy hustle in the world of sales. With burnout rates soaring and the market becoming increasingly competitive, it's essential for sales professionals to find sustainable strategies for success. They discuss the impact of longer lead times, tighter budgets, and increased competition on sales teams and explore four key strategies to help sales professionals thrive.Episode Highlights:Challenges: Longer lead times, tig...
In this episode, Nicky, Ness and Laura explore the crucial link between functional breathing and peak performance in leadership. They delve into how improving the quality of our breath can transform our work and decision-making abilities, leading to more effective leadership and business growth.Episode Highlights:The Importance of Functional Breathing: Understanding how proper breathing affects presence, decision-making, and leadership effectiveness.Common Breathing Issues: Discussion on over...
In this episode of the Smart Business Growth Podcast, hosts Nicky and Ness dive into critical aspects of workplace stress, burnout, and sustainable growth. They uncover the hidden costs of aggressive hustling, share startling statistics on stress-related illnesses, and review the right-to-disconnect laws in Australia. The hosts explore the primary motivators for change—pleasure and pain—and provide strategies for overcoming negative habits through supportive environments and habit stacking. E...
In this episode, Nicky and Ness dive deep into how our beliefs influence every aspect of our lives and businesses. They discuss how beliefs around money, sales, and success can either propel us forward or hold us back. With real-life examples and practical insights, they explore the importance of challenging ingrained belief systems to unlock true potential.Episode Highlights:The power of beliefs and their impact on business and personal success.How subconscious beliefs shape actions and deci...
In this episode, Nicky and Ness delve into the critical topic of sustainability in business for 2024 and beyond. Joined by expert Mel, they discuss what it truly means to run a sustainable business in today’s evolving landscape. They explore the interconnected challenges facing businesses, from environmental impacts to human health, and how smart business owners can navigate these complexities.Episode Highlights:Defining Sustainability in 2024: Moving beyond environmental concerns to consider...
In this episode, Nicky and Ness, authors of the new book "Healthy Hustle," are joined by business coach Janine Garner to discuss the importance of rethinking the traditional hustle culture and embracing a healthier approach to business and life. They argue that the relentless pursuit of success at all costs is leading to burnout, exhaustion, and ultimately, unsustainable business practices.Episode HighlightsHustle Culture Harms: Burnout, exhaustion, and decreased productivity.Healthy Hustle: ...
In this episode, Nicky and Ness dive into the essential topic of managing your energy. They explore how different work styles and energy rhythms impact performance, especially for those with neurodivergent brains. They discuss the importance of understanding energy gainers and drainers, and how behavioural profiling, like DISC, can help. Nicky shares her journey of embracing her natural energy rhythm, while Ness highlights the benefits of flexible work environments.Episode Highlights:Identify...
In this episode, Nicky and Ness are joined by James Bartrop of Shadow Safe to discuss the concept of "Healthy Hustle." They explore how old-school, relentless work habits can be detrimental, and why balancing drive with well-being is essential for sustainable success. James shares his personal journey from unhealthy hustle to finding a healthier, more balanced approach to business and life.Episode Highlights:James's initial definition of success: "succeed at all costs"The wake-up call from hi...
In this episode, Nicky and Ness dive into the concept of working smarter, not harder, as they explore how a clear sense of direction can help you break free from the busy trap. They discuss the myths of multitasking, the importance of personal and business vision, and how to prioritise effectively for a more balanced life.Episode Highlights:Understanding the true meaning of "healthy hustle"Why multitasking drains productivity and energyThe three essentials: direction, energy, and beliefDefini...
In this episode, Nicky and Ness dive into the concept of the "Healthy Hustle," a term they've coined and built their book around. They explore the idea of creating a business that thrives while still allowing space for life and personal fulfilment. Through personal stories and lessons learned, they discuss the importance of balancing drive, success, and boundaries to avoid burnout.Episode Highlights:The definition of a Healthy Hustle and why it mattersPersonal experiences with burnout and unh...
In this episode, Lynn challenges the widely held belief that perfectionism and high performance are connected. She explains that putting in more effort doesn’t always equate to better results, introducing concepts like the Pareto principle and the law of diminishing returns. Lynn also delves into how old work cultures, focused on hard work and perfectionism, can hinder productivity. She encourages leaders to redefine success, embrace new ways of working, and understand that a well-defined "do...
In this episode, Nicky and Ness delve into the often misunderstood concept of high performance in business. They discuss what high performance truly means and why it's crucial to define it clearly within your team. They also introduce a powerful framework to help businesses achieve and maintain high performance without burning out.Episode Highlights:Understanding High Performance: The importance of a clear, shared definition within your team.70-20-10 Framework: A balanced approach where 70% i...
In this episode, the focus is on setting up teams for peak performance by transitioning them from mere doers to empowered decision-makers. The discussion highlights the importance of creating an environment and culture that encourages team members to take ownership and make confident decisions. The episode also explores how a positive workplace culture can lead to increased revenue and productivity.Episode Highlights:The impact of team empowerment on business growth and revenue.Differences be...
In this episode, Nicky, Ness and their guest Christine delve into the intricacies of smart growth in business, focusing particularly on profit and financial planning. They explore the evolution of financial priorities from corporate careers to entrepreneurship, debunk myths surrounding financial planners, and highlight the importance of proactive wealth management at every life stage.Episode Highlights:The significance of profit and financial management in both corporate and entrepreneurial p...
In this episode, Nicky and Ness delve into the essential topic of creating a coaching culture within your business. They discuss the differences between coaching, mentoring, and training, and highlight the profound impact coaching can have on team performance and individual confidence.Episode Highlights:Definition of Coaching: Explaining what coaching is and debunking common myths.Benefits of Coaching: Increased self-confidence, improved work performance, and enhanced communication skills.Coa...
In this episode, Nicky and Ness delve into the often-overlooked positive aspects of chaos and stress in business. They explore the concept of "beautiful chaos," where stress can be beneficial if managed well, and distinguish between positive and negative stress, offering insights on how to harness stress for business growth.Episode HighlightsThe Dual Nature of Stress: Differentiating between positive and negative stress and their impacts on business.Success Formula: Importance of clear direct...
In this episode, Nicky and Ness have a thought-provoking conversation with Paul Farina about redefining hard work and success. They explore shifting from the traditional 'work harder' mentality to a new paradigm focused on rhythm, flow, and sustainable performance in personal and professional life.Episode Highlights:Old Paradigm: Paul discusses the belief that hard work alone leads to success, sharing personal and cultural insights.Challenging Defaults: They explore the limits of working long...
In this episode, the focus is on the crucial relationship between sales and marketing. Learn about practical strategies to integrate sales and marketing for improved conversion rates and customer retention.Episode Highlights:Statistics and Benefits: Aligning sales and marketing can lead to 38% higher conversion rates and a 36% increase in customer retention.Sales vs. Marketing Plans: The importance of having a distinct sales strategy alongside your marketing plan.Insights from a Webinar: Key ...
In this episode, Nicky and Ness dive into the core reasons people start their own businesses and the reality that often follows. They discuss how the initial vision can get lost in the day-to-day grind and stress the importance of redefining what success looks like. This episode is a call to pause and reassess your business goals and personal values to create a fulfilling and balanced work life.Episode Highlights:The primary motivations for starting a business: vision, passion, and lifestyle....
In this episode, Mel Kettle, Nicky and Ness delve into the significance of establishing boundaries in the workplace and its impact on performance and well-being. Mel shares insightful anecdotes and practical strategies, urging leaders to rethink traditional work cultures and prioritize employee health and happiness.Episode Highlights:Understanding Workplace Boundaries: Mel explores the concept of boundaries in the workplace, emphasising the importance of respecting personal and organisational...
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