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EPISODE · Feb 2, 2026 · 24 MIN

Why Managing People Feels SO Hard | Leadership Skills for Entrepreneurs with Jody Urquhart

from Her First 3 Years - A podcast for women entrepreneurs · host Chardét Ryel

If you feel overworked BUT working with other people in your business also feels stressful  — clients, freelancers, VAs, etc. — this episode will explain why.This conversation is about leadership skills for entrepreneurs, especially the leadership no one teaches you when you start a business: how you communicate under stresshow you handle conflict how your own patterns (and baggage) shape your businessIt’s about this messy truth most entrepreneurs hide from:If managing people drains your energy, costs you time, or keeps creating the same issues with different people… it’s not a “them” problem. It’s a leadership one…In this podcast interview, I’m joined by Jody Urquhart, a former stand-up comedian turned leadership and communication expert with over 25 years of experience. She brings lots of humor and honesty to how to be a leader — especially as a small business owner.This episode is for small business owners and entrepreneurs who:Want to know how to manage others betterWork with clients, VAs, freelancers, or contractorsFeel drained by emails, hiring or where to even beginJody talks about why many entrepreneurs repeat the same team and client issues even as their business grows.By the end of this episode, you’ll understand how to be a leader that people love working with  (so you can grow faster and NOT burn out.) Inside this  conversation: Leadership skills every entrepreneur needs to growHow to manage a team (or freelancers) with less conflictHow to be a leader who understands people instead of trying to control them🔗 Connect with Jody UrquhartWebsite: https://idoinspire.com/Instagram: @jodyurquhartNext Steps:Share this episode with a friendListen to next: Stopping Burnout as a Solopreneur (ep 59)Rate and Review to share your supportRESOURCESPRIVATE PODCAST: Secrets of Standing Out Online www.herfirst3years.com Instagram: @chardetryelPROGRAMS & FREE TRAININGS Start Your PodcastGrow Your PodcastLearn How to Be a Guest on Podcasts

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