All Episodes
The Trades Accelerator: Women Leading Business Innovation — 80 episodes
Episode 80: Next Gen in Charge: Kids Taking on the Family Business
Episode 79: Stuck at $3 Million: Breaking Through the Chaos Ceiling
Episode 78: Mixing Family and Business: What Works (and What Doesn't)
Episode 77: From Desk to Field: Fixing the Breakdown in Team Communication
Episode 76: Honest Conversations that Drive Success in Your Business
Episode 75: From Hire to Higher Performance: Creating a Sustainable Workforce
Episode 74: Beyond the Promotion: Secrets to Mentoring New Managers
Episode 73: When Dispatch and Field Collide: Resolving Conflict For a Stronger Operation
Episode 72: Revenue Rising, Profits Stalling: The Business Balancing Act
Episode 71: How To Adapt When Your Business Expands Beyond Your Expertise
Episode 70: Leading With Compassion: Understanding Employee Emotions During Transitions
Episode 69: Why Working With Family Isn't Just 'Business Casual'
Episode 68: Why Raising Your Rates Is a Psychological Game
Episode 67: Empowering Leadership With Solutions Not Problems
Episode 66: The Pivot Point: When to Double Down vs. When to Change Direction
Episode 65: Growing Your Confidence: What Happens When You Push Yourself
Episode 64: When Words Match Actions: How Accountability Builds Trust
Episode 63: Why Every Business Needs an On-Site: Getting Unfiltered Insight
Episode 62: Inside the Grind: How We Kept a 24/7 Trades Business Moving
Episode 61: The Magic After the Event: Turning Ideas Into Action
Episode 60: The Importance of the 4th Quarter: How You Finish Determines How You Start
Episode 59: You Got the Promotion—Now What?: Making the Shift from Peer to Boss
Episode 58: Spotting High Potential: How to Identify Future Leaders on Your Team
Episode 57: From Installer to Industry Leader: How Ergun Aral Built a $3M Window Treatment Business
Episode 56: Stop Spinning, Start Scaling: The Operator’s Role
Episode 55: Being a Badass: Turning Struggles into Strength
Episode 54: Core Items to Running a Business: Numbers, People, and Processes
Episode 53: Staying Relevant on Trends: Why It Matters for Your Career
Episode 52: The Power of Podcasts: Free Insights That Move You Forward
Episode 51: The Versatile Employee: Cross-Training for Career Growth
Episode 50: Passion & Progress: Building Businesses from the Heart with Jennifer Gardner
Episode 49: Ask Better Questions: Street-Smart Lessons from Mike Seidl
Episode 48: Stop Reacting, Start Planning: Field Ops That Actually Work
Episode 47: Thoughtful Service: Showing Up for Clients With Heart
Episode 46: Hiring with Intention: Making Interviews Count
Episode 45: Vendor Talks: The Conversations That Can Save Your Business
Episode 44: The Right Way to Expand: Adding Services Without the Chaos
Episode 43: Not Just Another Candidate: How to Leave a Lasting Impression
Episode 42: Jennifer Bagley on AI: This Isn’t the Future—It’s Right Now
Episode 41: Start Small, Win Big: How Daily Goals Drive Real Progress
Episode 40: The Power of Showing Up: Creating Culture & Driving Results
Episode 39: Jump and Build the Parachute: Lessons from the Entrepreneurial Edge
Episode 38: What Motivates You?: Finding Your Drive in Business and Life
Episode 37: Compensation and Incentives: What Every Employee and Business Owner Should Know
Episode 36: The Power of Personal Brand: How You Show Up Matters
Episode 35: From Cheerleader to Technician: Megan Wilson’s Journey Redefining What’s Possible for Women in Trades
Episode 34: The Accountability Boost: How Mentorship Moves Us Forward
Episode 33: The Missing Piece: Rethinking How We Recruit Women
Episode 32: Turning Tension into Growth: A Real Talk with Katy Higgins
Episode 31: Trust & Relationships: Finding the Right People to Lift You Up
Episode 30: Collaboration & Success: How Coaching Groups Make a Difference
Episode 29: Leadership & Strategy: The Drive for Continuous Improvement
Episode 28: The Power of HR: Building a Trust-Driven Workplace with Lindsey Beckstrom
Episode 27: Navigating Conflict: Turning Tension into Teamwork
Episode 26: The Science of Sales: Expert Insights with Diana Wallace
Episode 25: Hiring for Culture: The Key to Long-Term Success
Episode 24: Surviving & Thriving: Navigating Corporate Acquisitions
Episode 23: Budget Smarter, Not Harder: How to Keep Your Business Running Year-Round
Episode 22: Work and Well-Being: How Mindfulness Boosts Productivity
Episode 21: Scheduling Smart: Maximizing Productivity in Your Day
Episode 20: Smart Moves: Dena Jalbert on Building and Selling Businesses
Episode 19: Onboarding That Sticks: Building Trust and Retention from Day One
Episode 18: Work-Life Balance Decoded: Finding What Works for You
Episode 17: Building Financial Success: Aligning Vision, Strategy, and Profitability
Episode 16: Your Business Accelerator: The Power of Fractional Experts
Episode 15: How Vision and Strategy Saved Us: The Biggest Issue When Company Was Struggling
Episode 14: From CSR to Senior Director: How Jazmin Ramirez Drives Success
Episode 13: Why Details Matter: The Power of Consistent Branding
Episode 12: Investing with Purpose: Chelsea Garber on Design, Real Estate, and Financial Growth
Episode 11: From Receptionist to General Manager: Kelly Murphy’s Leadership Journey
Episode 10: Behind the Scenes: Our First Year Helping Businesses Grow
Episode 9: Growth Through Guidance: The Role of Mentorship in Leadership
Episode 8: From Hobby to Business: Diana Lane’s Engine Rebuild Success
Episode 7: Women Paving the Way: Redefining Roles in the Trades
Episode 6: Thinking Outside the Industry: The Power of Diverse Experiences in the Trades
Episode 5: Catching Up with Ondrea: Family Business Dynamics
Episode 4: The Power of Pause: Why Retreats Matter for Mind and Soul
Episode 3: How to Become Better: Transforming Struggles into Strength
Episode 2: The Tradesman’s Journey: Shea Flanders on Skill Building and Mental Balance
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