Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson

It’s not enough to say you’re good at what you do, your clients need to see it. In this episode of Business Boosters, Cathy wraps up the four pillars of trust by exploring the final two components of credibility: capabilities and results.Building on previous episodes on integrity and intent, this conversation focuses on how your skills, knowledge, and track record directly influence how much clients trust you and ultimately, whether they choose to work with you.The episode then shifts to results, exploring why your track record matters and how to effectively demonstrate it to potential clients.You’ll learn:Why capabilities alone aren’t enough without visible resultsHow to stay relevant and adaptable in your industrySimple ways to showcase your results (testimonials, before/after, case studies)How confidence and accountability influence client trustOne Powerful Activity:Reflect in your journal on ways that you can increase your capabilities in order to be innovative and forward-thinking with your business.Resources for you:Order The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up HEREOnline ProgramIf you’re finding yourself wanting more structure, accountability, and space to actually integrate this work — this is exactly what we do inside my 4-week program called Ease by Design.It’s a small group experience for women who are ready to simplify, strengthen their foundation, and build a business that actually feels sustainable.Work 1:1 with CathyIn 1 hour online sessions with Cathy you will move the needle forward in your business by addressing the specific issues you are facing as it relates to business systems and growth.Learn MoreKeywords: Business credibility and trust, results-oriented, business expansion, capabilities, proven track record

People don’t just judge what you do, they try to figure out why you’re doing it.In this episode of Business Boosters, Cathy continues the conversation on trust by exploring the second pillar of credibility: intent.Building on last week’s focus on integrity, this episode dives into how your motives, agenda, and behavior shape how others perceive and trust your business. Inspired by Stephen R. Covey’s The Speed of Trust, Cathy unpacks why intent is often misunderstood and how it plays a powerful role in every client interaction.One of the biggest insights? We tend to judge ourselves by our intentions but we judge others by their actions.Through a real-life example, Cathy highlights how simply declaring your intent can shift a conversation, remove uncertainty, and build trust quickly.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why intent is a critical (and often overlooked) component of trustThe three elements of intent: motive, agenda, and behaviorHow assumptions can erode trust and how clarity can rebuild itPractical ways to communicate your intent with clients and partnerOne Powerful Activity:How can you more clearly declare your intent in your business relationships this week?Resources for you:Order The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up HEREOnline ProgramIf you’re finding yourself wanting more structure, accountability, and space to actually integrate this work — this is exactly what we do inside my 4-week program called Ease by Design.It’s a small group experience for women who are ready to simplify, strengthen their foundation, and build a business that actually feels sustainable.Work 1:1 with CathyIn 1 hour online sessions with Cathy you will move the needle forward in your business by addressing the specific issues you are facing as it relates to business systems and growth. Learn MoreKeywords: Business credibility and trust, Intent in business relationships, Communicating with clients effectively, Small business relationship building, Cathy Thompson Leadership

Your clients don’t just listen to what you say, they watch what you do.In this episode of Business Boosters, Cathy continues exploring the foundation of trust in business, building on last week’s conversation about core values. This week, the focus is on integrity which is the first pillar of credibility, inspired by Stephen R. Covey’s The Speed of Trust.Integrity isn’t just about being honest, it’s about alignment. Cathy breaks down the three key components that shape integrity in your business:Congruence – ensuring there’s no gap between what you say and what you doHumility – being willing to learn, take responsibility, and prioritize what’s right over being rightCourage – doing the right thing, even when it’s difficultThrough real business examples, Cathy shares how these qualities build trust with clients and create consistency across your organization.You’ll also walk away with simple, actionable ways to strengthen integrity in your business, including:Making and keeping meaningful commitments to yourselfClearly communicating your values to clientsUsing your core values as a guide for decision-makingOne Powerful Activity:Journal: What are three ways you can increase integrity in your business this week?Resources for you:Order The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up HEREOnline ProgramIf you’re finding yourself wanting more structure, accountability, and space to actually integrate this work — this is exactly what we do inside my 4-week program called Ease by Design.It’s a small group experience for women who are ready to simplify, strengthen their foundation, and build a business that actually feels sustainable.Work 1:1 with CathyIn 1 hour online sessions with Cathy you will move the needle forward in your business by addressing the specific issues you are facing as it relates to business systems and growth. Learn MoreKeywords: Integrity in business, Business alignment, Authentic leadership, Female entrepreneurs, Beyond the Classroom, Trust, Building Trust

Before you grow your business, you need to ground it.In this episode, we’re talking about how defining your core values creates clarity, consistency, and long-term strength, no matter what changes around you. Finding the right core values for your business will help you succeed and communicate with your existing and potential clients.One Powerful Activity:If you have three core values, examine whether they continue to be a good fit for your business. Also consider ways to use them on a regular basis (on your website, through email communication, newsletters).If you need to establish core values, give yourself time and space to brainstorm how your business stands apart from other organizations in your field. Remember to just choose 3 core values.Resources for you:Order The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up HEREOnline ProgramIf you’re finding yourself wanting more structure, accountability, and space to actually integrate this work — this is exactly what we do inside my 4-week program called Ease by Design.It’s a small group experience for women who are ready to simplify, strengthen their foundation, and build a business that actually feels sustainable.Work 1:1 with CathyIn 1 hour online sessions with Cathy you will move the needle forward in your business by addressing the specific issues you are facing as it relates to business systems and growth. Learn MoreKeywords: core values, trust, establishing your roots, The Dandelion book, business foundation

Some business ideas grow faster when you don’t grow them alone, so how do you know if bringing on a partner is the right move for your business?Partnerships can be one of the most powerful ways to grow a business but they require trust, clear roles, and open communication. In this episode of Business Boosters, Cathy shares lessons from her own partnerships and how working with the right person can help bring a business idea to life faster.One Powerful Activity:Consider a business idea that might expand your company, would establishing a partnership be beneficial to you? Journal your thoughts on why or why not.Resources for you:Order The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up HEREOnline ProgramIf you’re finding yourself wanting more structure, accountability, and space to actually integrate this work — this is exactly what we do inside my 4-week program called Ease by Design.It’s a small group experience for women who are ready to simplify, strengthen their foundation, and build a business that actually feels sustainable.Work 1:1 with CathyIn 1 hour online sessions with Cathy you will move the needle forward in your business by addressing the specific issues you are facing as it relates to business systems and growth. Learn MoreKeywords: business partners, business expansion, The Dandelion, the seed, ideas in business

Before you rush to launch your next business idea, there’s one step many entrepreneurs skip, testing the seed to see if it’s truly meant to grow.You’ve got the idea, now what? In this episode of Business Boosters, Cathy explores how to test a new business idea before fully committing to it. From researching the market to quietly reflecting through meditation and piloting with trusted colleagues, learn how to see whether your next idea truly fits your business and your life.One Powerful Activity:At least 3 times this week, allocate 20 minute sessions to sitting quietly and meditating about your business. Journal your thoughts, feelings and visions that arise during the sessions. Is there a theme? Resources for you:Order The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up HEREOnline ProgramIf you’re finding yourself wanting more structure, accountability, and space to actually integrate this work — this is exactly what we do inside my 4-week program called Ease by Design.It’s a small group experience for women who are ready to simplify, strengthen their foundation, and build a business that actually feels sustainable.Work 1:1 with CathyIn 1 hour online sessions with Cathy you will move the needle forward in your business by addressing the specific issues you are facing as it relates to business systems and growth. Learn MoreKeywords: meditation, be curious, research, journaling

Every new stage of business growth starts the same way: with a small seed of an idea and the courage to plant it.In this episode of Business Boosters, Cathy explores how everyday observations and customer needs can spark new business opportunities. Learn how to recognize potential ideas, expand your current offerings, and start paying attention to the small insights that could grow into your next venture.One Powerful Activity:For the next week, open your mind to think about additional services that you can offer within your business to new and existing clients. Journal your thoughts.Resources for you:Order The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up HEREOnline ProgramIf you’re finding yourself wanting more structure, accountability, and space to actually integrate this work — this is exactly what we do inside my 4-week program called Ease by Design.It’s a small group experience for women who are ready to simplify, strengthen their foundation, and build a business that actually feels sustainable.Work 1:1 with CathyIn 1 hour online sessions with Cathy you will move the needle forward in your business by addressing the specific issues you are facing as it relates to business systems and growth. Learn MoreKeywords: business ideas, business expansion, idea generation, gaps in the marketplace

In this episode of Business Boosters, we’re continuing in Chapter 1 of The Dandelion and talking about “setting the field”, starting with your Zone of Genius. Inspired by Gay Hendricks’ concept, Cathy explores the difference between what you can do and what you’re truly meant to build your business around. She shares insights from her experience with 10x Is Easier Than 2x and the Unique Ability framework, and why so many women struggle to delegate. If you want more ease, impact, and growth, this conversation will challenge where you’re currently operating from.One Powerful Question:In my work, what produces the highest ration of abundance and satisfaction to the amount of time spent?Resources for you:Order The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up HEREOnline ProgramIf you’re finding yourself wanting more structure, accountability, and space to actually integrate this work — this is exactly what we do inside my 4-week program called Ease by Design.It’s a small group experience for women who are ready to simplify, strengthen their foundation, and build a business that actually feels sustainable.Work 1:1 with CathyIn 1 hour online sessions with Cathy you will move the needle forward in your business by addressing the specific issues you are facing as it relates to business systems and growth. Learn MoreKeywords: zone of genius, business productivity, delegation, personal strengths, entrepreneurship, joy in work, unique abilities, business growth, self-awareness, Cathy Thompson Leadership

Sometimes the biggest opportunities show up right when you’re being stretched.In today’s Business Boosters, Cathy dives into the difference between growth and fixed mindset, what Carol Dweck’s research teaches us about challenge and effort, and how staying open to learning can create momentum in your business, even when things feel uncomfortable.One Powerful Activity:What is one opportunity that has crossed your path recently that felt out of your scope? Reflect on why you decided to move forward with it or let it pass you by. Were you in a place of growth mindset or fixed mindset?Resources for you:Order The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up HEREOnline ProgramIf you’re finding yourself wanting more structure, accountability, and space to actually integrate this work — this is exactly what we do inside my 4-week program called Ease by Design.It’s a small group experience for women who are ready to simplify, strengthen their foundation, and build a business that actually feels sustainable.Work 1:1 with CathyIn 1 hour online sessions with Cathy you will move the needle forward in your business by addressing the specific issues you are facing as it relates to business systems and growth. Learn MoreKeywords: growth mindset, fixed mindset, business growth, challenge yourself, entrepreneurial mindset

Your money story didn’t start in your business but it’s showing up there. In this episode, Cathy breaks down how subconscious money beliefs influence growth, pricing, and confidence along with how to begin rewriting them.One Powerful Activity:Take the time to write a heartfelt and genuine letter to money offering gratitude.Resources for you:Order The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up HEREOnline ProgramIf you’re finding yourself wanting more structure, accountability, and space to actually integrate this work — this is exactly what we do inside my 4-week program called Ease by Design.It’s a small group experience for women who are ready to simplify, strengthen their foundation, and build a business that actually feels sustainable.Work 1:1 with CathyIn 1 hour online sessions with Cathy you will move the needle forward in your business by addressing the specific issues you are facing as it relates to business systems and growth. Learn MoreKeywords: money blueprint, business growth, money mindset, abundance, gratitude and wealth 

Let’s talk about why it’s not a good thing to be sharing your vision and goals with friends and family members. Cathy notes that while you may be thrilled about your latest project, those closest to you might not share that enthusiasm. Their instinct to protect you can lead to doubt and criticism, stemming from a general aversion to risk. Cathy, an entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience, shares key strategies she uses for idea incubation.One Powerful Question:Who is like me in my community and can be a source of support? Think about individuals and groups.Resources for you:Order The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up HEREOnline ProgramIf you’re finding yourself wanting more structure, accountability, and space to actually integrate this work — this is exactly what we do inside my 4-week program called Ease by Design.It’s a small group experience for women who are ready to simplify, strengthen their foundation, and build a business that actually feels sustainable.Work 1:1 with CathyIn 1 hour online sessions with Cathy you will move the needle forward in your business by addressing the specific issues you are facing as it relates to business systems and growth. Learn MoreKeywords: networking, idea incubation, productivity, business support, entrepreneur strategies, Ease by Design

In this episode of Business Boosters, Cathy explores how creating mental and physical space is essential for sustainable growth—especially for women business owners doing it all. Through practical strategies around boundaries, delegation, and simplifying your workload, you’ll learn how to reclaim focus, energy, and clarity so your business can grow with more ease.One Powerful Question:What is one small shift that would make tomorrow feel easier?Resources for you:Order The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up HEREOnline ProgramIf you’re finding yourself wanting more structure, accountability, and space to actually integrate this work — this is exactly what we do inside my 4-week program called Ease by Design.It’s a small group experience for women who are ready to simplify, strengthen their foundation, and build a business that actually feels sustainable.Work 1:1 with CathyIn 1 hour online sessions with Cathy you will move the needle forward in your business by addressing the specific issues you are facing as it relates to business systems and growth. Learn MoreKeywords: business overwhelm, mental space, productivity, delegation, work environment, entrepreneur strategies, Ease by Design

In this episode of Business Boosters, Cathy Thompson introduces her podcast's relaunch and shares insights from her book, 'The Dandelion: Secrets to Growing Your Successful Business from the Ground Up.' She explains the metaphor of the dandelion as a framework for business growth, emphasizing the importance of evaluating one's environment for business success. The episode sets the stage for a series of episodes aimed at helping entrepreneurs reflect on their business strategies and personal development.00:00 Introduction to Business Boosters03:51 The Dandelion Concept: A Unique Business Framework06:12 Evaluating Your Business EnvironmentKeywordsbusiness growth, entrepreneurship, dandelion concept, business environment, female entrepreneurs, business strategies, personal development, business reflection, Cathy Thompson, podcast

“Entrepreneurs live in the realm of what might be possible.”  -Arlene Dickinson, All In There is a difference between business owners and entrepreneurs. Although the terms are used interchangeably, there are distinct differences which I share on this episode of Business Boosters. I also talk about how this podcast was created and the elements that were important for me to include to help you become the best business owner you can be.  Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy for courses to reach your success.

“Over time, I have come to this simple definition of leadership: Leadership is getting results in a way that inspires trust.” -Stephen M.R. Covey, The Speed of Trust: The One thing that Changes Everything What is leadership without trust? On this episode I challenge listeners to think about ways to get results while building trust. I talk about the importance of authenticity and the impact that aligning with your values can have on your success.  Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy for courses to reach your success. 

Title: Breaking things to be Better “Those with the growth mindset found setbacks motivating. They’re informative. They’re a wakeup call. “ -Carol Dweck, Mindset In this episode, I share a setback that my 17-year old son encountered that caused him to stop and think about how his setback was a motivator and prompted some deep conversations that impacted his future. I also want you to consider some setbacks in your business and life and how they might be viewed as wakeup calls or motivators for change for the good. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy for courses to reach your success.

“The quest to make a difference in the world far outweighs the challenges that will present themselves along the way.” -Jennifer Buchanan, Wellness Incorporated: The Health Entrepreneur’s Handbook One of our 7 human needs is about contribution – how are we contributing to the world around us to make it a better place? Cathy shares a couple of stories from her personal life about having the motivation and strength to overcome challenges because there is a feeling of contributing something in our daily life. If your organization is not “making a difference in the world” – can you change it? Are there things you can add to help make your work satisfying?   Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy for courses to reach your success. 

“The moment there is suspicion about a person’s motives, everything he does becomes tainted.” —MAHATMA GANDHI, from the book, Stephen M.R. Covey, The SPEED of Trust: The One Thing that Changes Everything This week Cathy goes into a bit of a rant over looking at a person’s motives through a recent experience with one of her franchisees. She delves into the reason why trust in an exchange is incredibly important when being asked for your biggest commodities: time, knowledge, and money.   Considering and understanding someone’s motives goes a long way in building a trustworthy relationship. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy for courses to reach your success

“No matter what you think your values are, your actions tell the real story.” -Jay Shetty, Think Like a Monk Listen in as Cathy talks about some ways to figure out what you truly value in life and in business. Values are the cornerstone of a company and it’s easy to understand why. At Beyond the Classroom the core values of the organization serve as a filter for decision-making and engagement.  Jay shares a strategy for figuring out what you truly value in his book, Think Like a Monk as Cathy outlines in today’s episode.  Once you establish your values, you will feel solid in your foundation as a company and in your personal life.  Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy for courses to reach your success. 

“All you need is an enforced boundary to protect your heart, your time, your joy, your labour, your sanity and your money. You know why? Because it’s not anyone else’s job to protect you.” - Rachel Rodgers We Should All be Millionaires In this episode, Cathy shares her passion about setting boundaries to increase your mental health and bottom line. By evaluating and setting boundaries in areas that are important to you, you will experience more peace and better results in where you put your energy.  Have you considered boundaries in your life? Maybe it’s about identifying those things that make you feel resentful or frustrated?  Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy for courses to reach your success. 

“Effort means you care about something, that something is important to you, and you are willing to work for it.” – Carol Dweck, Mindset In this episode, Cathy kicks off Season two talking about a new business mindset, care.  As a human you care about things, likely a lot of things, however it’s about where you are putting your effort. Consider how much effort, or how little effort you put into something. Are you putting your effort into things you care about the most?  When you embrace a mindset of consciously caring, you will spend more time and effort on the things that really matter to you. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy for courses to reach your success. 

“I believe that curiosity is the secret. Curiosity is the truth and the way of creative living.” ― Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic In this episode, Cathy shares with listeners the benefits of being a naturally curious person and how to use curiosity as a business tool to increase revenue. When you look at your business and think “what would happen if….”, this opens the door to a curious mindset, which can lead to increased revenue streams. If you are at a fork in the road and you are unsure of your next move, try being curious. It can change your mindset to be less attached and more creative. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy for courses to reach your success

“There are no half-measures. You have to be all in. And that level of commitment will test your inner strength more than you ever imagined, and more than you sometimes think you can bear.” ― Arlene Dickinson, All In In this episode, Cathy examines the idea of being “All In” energetically and with effort for business success. Those business owners who are all in dedicate their energy, resources and time to their business and it is successful. If you divide your time, you will be stagnant in one or more areas. Cathy shares a poignant example about how her sales doubled in one company when she closed another and how important it is to be focused. Cathy also touches on ways to be strong enough to withstand the ongoing demands of business ownership. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy for courses to reach your success.

“Trust is equal parts character and competence... You can look at any leadership failure, and it's always a failure of one or the other.” ― Stephen M.R. Covey, The Speed of Trust: The One Thing that Changes Everything In this episode, Cathy delves into three areas related to building trust: competence, character and authentic alignment. She springboards from Stephen M. R. Covey’s quote to ask listeners questions about their own competence: How good are you at what you are doing? How competent are you with your role in your business and the industry you work in? Do you or your staff need more training to be trustworthy? Your character is about what you truly believe, which leads into authentic alignment. Deep down, are you aligned with what your company represents and does? When you aren’t, often people can pick up on this and it can lead to mistrust. This week I’d like you to consider these areas as it relates to you as a leader in your business. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy for courses to reach your success.

“The other thing exceptional people seem to have is a special talent for converting life’s setbacks into future successes.” – Carole Dweck, Mindset  Anyone and everyone can embrace a growth mindset and Cathy disagrees that it only takes exceptional or special people. She shares a business setback that she experienced with her business partner at Beyond the Studio and how it has turned into 2 revenue streams. We can build future successes by embracing a growth mindset.  Are there ways you can convert setbacks in your life? For more information about Beyond the Studio www.beyondthestudio.ca  Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Subscribe to the podcast Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy  

“Keep your eyes open. Listen. Follow your curiosity. Ask questions. Sniff around. Remain open. Trust in the miraculous truth that new and marvellous ideas are looking for human collaborators every single day. Ideas of every kind are constantly galloping towards us, constantly passing through us, constantly trying to get our attention” – Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic Cathy delves into the idea that creativity is floating around in our worlds just waiting to engage with a human to bring to life. Ideas are all around us! She shares some pointed questions in this episode that you can ask yourself to see how to incorporate curiosity and ideas into your business. Cathy also talks about meditation and how she uses it for her own business. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Subscribe to the podcast Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy  

“Prescence with others is first about showing up. Literally, physically showing up!” – Amy Cuddy, Prescence  In this episode, Cathy looks at this quote from Amy Cuddy and breaks down the components to what it really means to showing up. She goes out on a limb to say that by not showing up, it is a sign of disrespect and can create a lack of trust in an organization.  She also shares an example from Beyond the Classroom that you can likely relate to in your business. Are you showing up? Are there ways you can show up better to boost your business? Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Subscribe to the podcast Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy  

“By behaving in ways that build trust with one, you build trust with many.” -Stephen M.R. Covey, The Speed of Trust In this episode Cathy breaks down how to build trust in your network and your organization. Trust is at the cornerstone of word-of-mouth advertising and really everything you do as a business owner.  Cathy shares some easy ways to build trust each day with customers, clients, and colleagues and provides examples from her own businesses.   There is an energetic domino effect when you focus on creating a solid foundation within your organization built on trust.  Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Subscribe to the podcast Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy  

“Gratitude is like a magnet; the more grateful you are, the more you will receive to be grateful for.” (Iyanla Vanzant,) (referenced from the book, Thank and Grow Rich on page 207) In today’s episode Cathy discusses gratitude and how that sends energy out to the Universe to bring you more of what you are grateful for. She provides some concrete examples of ways to magnetize gratitude to you and your business.  Not only is being grateful easy to do, but it also creates a deep feeling of happiness. Cathy ends with sharing a super easy way to keep and attract more customers and clients. How can you behave in ways to attract more opportunities to be grateful for?  Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Subscribe to the podcast Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy  

“Whenever you think you can or think you can’t, either way you are right.” (Henry Ford) ― Rhonda Byrne, The Secret A positive mindset will help you show up and have consistent daily action in your business, which is critical to the longevity of your organization. On this episode, we explore this quote from Henry Ford which is written in The Secret.  When you believe in yourself, you find the resources to support your vision and embracing things from the viewpoint of a lifelong learner will serve you well. In this episode, Cathy shares with listeners about her company, Simply Blossoming, that grew out of an organic idea that ended up impacting thousands of women but had some serious challenges from the beginning.  In your own business consider an idea you are passionate about. Ask yourself, why not me? Why not now? To help you be brave, think of the impact or your idea and how you can improve the lives of people in this world. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Subscribe to the podcast Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy  

“And you have hidden treasures hidden within you- extraordinary treasures – and so do I, and so does everyone around us. And bringing those treasures to light takes work and faith and focus and courage and hours of devotion, and the clock is ticking, and the world is spinning, and we simply do not have time anymore to think so small.” – Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic In today’s episode we circle back to the concept of creativity. Elizabeth breaks down creativity in a magical way in this quote and refers to creative ideas as “hidden treasures”.  Cathy shares different ways to bring out those creative ideas along with concrete ways to acknowledge the ideas that pop into our heads.  She also shares an incredible idea that was proposed to her that helped her to uncover her own hidden talents during the pandemic. The time is now, what is holding you back? Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Subscribe to the podcast Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy  

“Entrepreneurship isn’t a job. It’s a demanding, rewarding, scary, thrilling, and ultimately all-encompassing lifestyle” (pg 1) – Arlene Dickinson, from the book All In Arlene really gets down to business in her book All In with leading off with this quote.  In this episode, I break down this quote into the different components that make a successful entrepreneur. Consistency is the key, it pays off over the long run as there are very few overnight successes. Entrepreneurship is VERY rewarding, consider all the firsts you experience for the first time. It’s exciting. You need to push boundaries and take risks to get the most out of your journey. I also take a moment to share my personal experience when I discovered she is an entrepreneur at heart. If you are embarking on an entrepreneurial journey, are you ready? Are you ready for all these aspects that Arlene describes in this quote? To boost your business, you want to be all in. If you need any support with your business, feel free to reach out to Cathy anytime at [email protected]  Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Subscribe to the podcast Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy  

“We judge ourselves by our intentions and others by their behavior. This is why, as we’ll discuss later, one of the fastest ways to restore trust is to make and keep commitments—even very small commitments—to ourselves and to others.”  – Stephen M.R. Covey, The Speed of Trust On this episode, I talk about the book The Speed of Trust and why trust should be a focus for your business.  Think about it – we do judge others by their behaviour yet we judge ourselves by our intentions. Is it fair? Maybe or maybe not. But it’s the reality that we have to work with.  I also discuss an easy way to build trust immediately within your organization as a business owner.  To boost your business, continue to focus on ways to show up in your business will go a long way! Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Subscribe to the podcast Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Check out the Cathy Thompson Leadership Academy  

“The miracle of gratitude is that it shifts your perception to such an extent that it changes the world you see.”  Robert Holden (referenced from book, Thank and Grow Rich from Pam Grout on page 55) Gratitude as a business booster? Yes, it is! On this episode I share how gratitude can change your perspective as a business owner and how I embrace gratitude at her company, Beyond the Classroom, to connect with students and families.  It is easy to be grateful during the good times, but when difficult times come, gratitude is critical. It shifts our perception (your own reality). To boost your business, you will learn a simple strategy you can do today to embrace gratitude in your business. Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Subscribe to the podcast Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Learn more about Beyond the Classroom by visiting www.beyondtheclassroom.ca 

“Picture your brain forming new connections as you meet the challenge and learn. Keep on going.”  This is a quote from Carole Dweck’s book, Mindset.  In less than 7 minutes, I discuss why growth mindset is essential to your business success. I address the question, how can we as business owners meet the challenge? I also talk about perspectives along with embracing learning every day.  I’m a lifelong learner, so I believe in taking risks. The more that you get used to taking risks, the more that you will be able to tolerate those challenges. I also discuss the Covid experience and how our team at Beyond the Classroom met the challenge.  Boost your business by rising to the challenge and learning what you need to make your business even stronger.  Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Subscribe to the podcast Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more.

“The essential ingredients for creativity remain exactly the same for everybody: courage, enchantment, permission, persistence, trust – and those elements are universally accessible.” This is a quote from Elizabeth Gilbert’s book, Big Magic.  In less than 10 minutes, I take this awesome quote from Elizabeth Gilbert’s book, Big Magic and breakdown it down into the elements of creativity and reflect on a personal business experience I’ve had where I had to dig in and get creative for business success. I want you to embrace creativity because it’s essential to longevity in your business.  Boost your business by reflecting on the ways you can get creative today.  Follow Cathy on Instagram at @CathyThompson.biz  Subscribe to the podcast Business Boosters with Cathy Thompson Visit www.cathythompson.biz for blogs, free resources, coaching and more. Interested in learning more about Beyond the Classroom? Visit www.beyondtheclassroom.ca 

Tune in as Cathy Thompson, the host of Business Boosters: Quick Tips for Business Success, shares her passion for business and why this podcast is a must-listen for all female entrepreneurs. You will learn about what to expect from this show and a little more about Cathy’s journey. The show will air each week and will be less than 10 minutes, giving you the boost you need to be inspired in a short amount of time. For more information about Cathy Thompson Leadership, visit www.cathythompson.biz