Episode 16: Why Every Small Business Owner Needs To Speak Up When It Comes To Equality

2020 is far from over but, the first half has taught us very valuable lessons that should be considered as a wake up call for everyone to take action against the injustices present in the system. In this special podcast episode, Fiona talks about why every business owner needs to speak up about important matters in a way that’s true to each business’ values. Make sure to pay attention to this episode as it’s a sensitive conversation that everyone needs  to participate in… now more than ever.Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction [0:54]Recalling what happened earlier this year [1:27]Racism and privilege [2:40]When should small business owners speak up? [3:34]What is right for your business? [4:15]Fiona's privilege as a white person [5:52]Small business owners' values [6:44]Diving into your values [11:34]Showing up in a way that's true to your values [13:11]Creating impact [14:02]Talking about these kinds of issues [15:55]A note for black people and people of colour [16:58]A note for white people [17:43]On showing up [18:38]How Fiona does her part [19:55]Conclusion [22:49]Resources mentioned in this episode:George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter MovementCOVID newsBushfires in AustraliaRoman Catholic Church harassment casesSource NationDixie CrawfordGrowing Up Aboriginal in AustraliaAustralia Day by Stan GrantHow to be an Anti-racist by Ibram X. KendiWhite Fragility by Robin DiangeloMe and White Supremacy by Layla SaadTranscript: For a full transcript and a list of resources to help with Black Lives Matter please visit mydailybusinesscoach.com/podcast/16If you want to get in touch, you can do that at mydailybusinesscoach.com or hit me up on Instagram - @mydailybusinesscoach.  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching.  Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA.  We also love Descript.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.