Episode 484: Loneliness and small business

Group Coaching is officially open for 2025! Apply now at mydailybusiness.com/groupcoaching Feeling lonely in your business? You’re not alone.In this episode of My Daily Business Podcast, Fiona Killackey dives into a topic that often goes unspoken by entrepreneurs: loneliness. Even when things are going well, many business owners still feel isolated. Fiona explains why this happens and how to change it.Running a business on your own can be tough—not just because of the work, but because of the mental toll it takes. Fiona shares personal stories, advice, and insights from other entrepreneurs on how to build real, supportive connections that help you thrive.Here’s what Fiona covers in this episode:The hidden costs of loneliness and how it affects your mindsetWhy many entrepreneurs feel isolated, even when they're succeedingHow to build a network of small business friends who truly understandTips for overcoming competing priorities and making time for connectionsWhy group coaching or communities can help you build a support systemThe importance of taking the first step to combat loneliness and find your peopleIf you’ve ever felt like you’re on this journey alone, this episode will give you practical steps to change that. Tune in for advice on how to overcome isolation and create a community that lifts you up. A huge thanks to our sponsor #gifted a platform that helps businesses connect with real people creating real content, at a fraction of the time and cost of a traditional campaign. My Daily Business listeners can use code MDB50 at checkout for 50% off their first month, on either monthly plan. Check out #gifted.  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026/ 27? 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.