The Fitness of Business with Leslie Boyce

You're Doing Too Many Things (And It's Slowing You Down) As entrepreneurs, it's easy to believe that growth comes from doing more.More platforms. More tools. More content. More marketing.But what if the real answer is doing less?Book a discovery call with me! 🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.comIn this episode of The Fitness of Business Podcast, I share a powerful insight from my conversation with chronic disorganization specialist Janice Rostron about why so many business owners feel overwhelmed—and how simplifying your strategy can create better results.Just like someone who switches workout programs every few weeks never gives their body enough time to adapt, entrepreneurs often abandon strategies before they have a chance to work.The problem isn't usually a lack of effort.It's a lack of focus.In this episode, you'll learn:Why doing more isn't always the path to growthHow constant switching creates overwhelm and inconsistencyThe connection between focus and business momentumA simple exercise to identify what's actually working in your businessHow to eliminate distractions and make clearer decisionsYour One Tip:List every platform, channel, and marketing activity you're currently trying to maintain. Then ask yourself: which one is actually producing results? Focus there first.🎙 Listen now and discover how doing fewer things can help you make greater progress.Looking for clarity in your business strategy? 🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

Stop Guessing: The 7 Numbers Every Business Owner Should Track | with Lauren Schoenfeld (Part 2)Do you make business decisions based on facts—or feelings?Many entrepreneurs avoid their numbers because they feel overwhelmed, intimidated, or unsure what they're even looking at. But when you stop measuring what matters, it's easy to make decisions from stress instead of strategy.In this episode of The Fitness of Business, I continue with Lauren Schoenfeld, Founder and CEO of Active Core Consulting, to discuss the seven key performance indicators (KPIs) every business owner should understand.We explore:Why financial literacy is a leadership skillThe hidden cost of avoiding your numbersHow to use data to make better business decisionsThe 7 KPIs that reveal what's really happening in your businessHow to move from operator to CEO thinkingWhy "Metric Monday" might be the simplest habit that transforms your businessWhether you run a fitness studio, a service-based business, or any growing company, this conversation will help you replace uncertainty with clarity and confidence.Because your numbers aren't judging you.They're simply telling a story.Finance and Flow class link: https://www.activecoreconsulting.com/fundamentalsHave a “Hey Coach” question?Submit your questions to: [email protected]🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.Connect with Lauren:🌐 Website: https://www.activecoreconsulting.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activecoreconsulting/📝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenschoenfeld1/?locale=feed

Stop Overcomplicating Your Business Decisions | with Shanna Weber Are you spending more time planning than actually making progress?Many entrepreneurs create elaborate systems, detailed workflows, and perfectly organized plans—only to find themselves stuck, overwhelmed, and no closer to their goals.STRONGER TOGETHER: June 23rd at 9amIn this episode of The Fitness of Business, I share a powerful insight from executive leadership coach Shanna Weber that can simplify how you approach business growth, decision-making, and execution.We discuss:Why overplanning can become a form of procrastinationThe hidden cost of focusing on process before outcomesHow to avoid analysis paralysis in businessWhy clarity creates momentumA simple framework for making better decisionsHow to align your daily actions with your long-term goalsIf you've ever found yourself building systems, creating plans, or researching endlessly without taking meaningful action, this episode will help you refocus on what actually matters.Because success doesn't start with the perfect process.It starts with being crystal clear about the outcome you want to achieve.🎙️ Want more practical business insights? Subscribe to The Fitness of Business and never miss an episode.If you're a business owner in the Denver area, join us at Stronger Together on June 23rd. Your first meeting is completely free, and we'd love to welcome you. Registration details can be found in the show notes.🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

Build Your Business With Intention, Not Trends | with Brittany WoitasAs entrepreneurs, it's easy to mistake motion for progress.A new platform. A new marketing tactic. A new content format. A new tool everyone says you need.Before long, you're working harder than ever—but feeling like you're getting nowhere.In this episode, I share a powerful clip from my conversation with Brittany Woitas, founder of Kovly Studio, a boutique brand and marketing agency that helps businesses build intentional, sustainable growth strategies.Brittany describes what happens when business owners stop chasing every trend and start making decisions with purpose. Instead of constantly reacting, they begin building businesses that align with their goals, values, and long-term vision.This conversation explores the difference between being busy and being strategic, why simplicity is often more powerful than complexity, and how intentional business growth creates better results than constantly chasing the next shiny object.In this episode:Why entrepreneurs get stuck chasing trendsThe hidden cost of constantly pivotingHow to build a sustainable business strategyThe difference between activity and progressWhy intentionality creates better long-term resultsAvoiding overwhelm in marketing and business growthCreating systems that work even when motivation fadesYour One Tip:Before you add anything new to your strategy this week—a platform, a tool, or a content format—ask yourself: Is this intentional, or am I simply reacting to something I saw? If you can't answer clearly, don't add it yet.Two ways to go deeper:Discovery call spots are open this month if you'd like support building a stronger, more sustainable business. Details are in the show notes.And if you're in the Denver area, join us for Stronger Together on June 15. Your first meeting is free, and it's a great opportunity to connect with other entrepreneurs who are building businesses with intention.If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who needs this reminder.Submit your “Hey Coach” questions to: [email protected]🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

Most business owners think they have a numbers problem.But often, they actually have a mindset problem.In this episode, I sit down with Lauren Schoenfeld, founder and CEO of Active Core Consulting, to talk about the hidden beliefs that shape how entrepreneurs think about money, success, pricing, growth, and self-worth.We explore why so many business owners avoid looking at their financials, how childhood experiences influence our relationship with money, and why your profit and loss statement is not a report card on your value as a person.Lauren shares her journey from corporate finance at Equinox and WeWork to helping boutique fitness and wellness businesses build sustainable, profitable companies. We also discuss hustle culture, underpricing, defining success on your own terms, and how financial data can become a tool for clarity instead of stress.If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your numbers, questioned your pricing, or tied your self-worth to your business performance, this conversation is for you.In this episode, we discuss:Why business owners avoid their financialsThe connection between money mindset and business growthHow childhood experiences shape financial decisionsWhy your P&L tells a story—not your worthThe dangers of underpricing your servicesRedefining success beyond revenueEscaping hustle culture and burnoutBuilding a sustainable business without sacrificing yourselfIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who needs to hear it.Have a “Hey Coach” question?Submit your questions to: [email protected]🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.Connect with Lauren:🌐 Website: https://www.activecoreconsulting.com/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activecoreconsulting/📝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenschoenfeld1/?locale=feed

Get Out of Your Own Way: The Leadership Shift Every Business Owner Must MakeAt some point, every coach has to stop coaching.Not forever—but long enough to let the athlete do the work.The same is true in business.As entrepreneurs, we spend years building systems, training employees, creating processes, and solving problems. Then, when it's time to trust those systems, we jump right back in and start doing everything ourselves again.In this episode, I share a powerful clip from my conversation with Hannah Ulbrich, founder of Copper Door Coffee, a multi-location coffee roasting company. Hannah recounts a moment when an employee told her something many business owners desperately need to hear:"You're in your own way. Get out of your own way."We talk about why letting go feels so uncomfortable, how micromanagement can quietly sabotage growth, and why leadership often requires stepping back instead of stepping in.If you're struggling to delegate, trust your team, or stop being the bottleneck in your business, this episode is for you.In this episode:Why entrepreneurs become accidental bottlenecksThe difference between supporting a system and controlling itHow micromanagement limits business growthLearning to trust the people and processes you've builtA practical exercise to identify what still depends on you unnecessarilyThe leadership skill of stepping backYour One Tip:Identify one thing in your business that only runs through you—and shouldn't. This week, document it. Not to hand it off yet. Just to see it clearly. Awareness is the first step toward freedom.If you're in the Denver area, join us for Stronger Together in the week of June 15. Stronger Together is a local community for entrepreneurs who want honest conversations, meaningful connections, and practical support as they grow their businesses. Your first meeting is completely free, and I'd love to welcome you. Details and registration information can be found in the show notes. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with another business owner who needs permission to stop doing everything themselves.Submit your “Hey Coach” questions to [email protected]🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

Redefining What Business Success Really Means We’ve been taught to measure success in business the same way we measure strength in the gym — bigger, heavier, more.More revenue.More clients.More growth.But what happens when the numbers go up and your quality of life goes down?In this episode, I’m challenging the idea that success is only valid if your business keeps scaling. Because bigger isn’t always better — and growth without alignment can quietly cost you your time, energy, health, and relationships.Just like being able to deadlift 500 pounds doesn’t automatically mean you’re healthy, high revenue doesn’t automatically mean your business is working for you.If your business is expanding but your life is shrinking, it’s worth asking: what exactly are we building?In This Episode:Why revenue is not the only measure of successThe hidden cost of “always growing” as an entrepreneurWhy more money can still mean more stress and less freedomHow business owners lose quality of life while scalingA healthier way to define success in your businessYour One Tip:Define your own success metrics.Not just revenue goals — but life goals too:Time with familyFlexibility in your scheduleEnergy levelsRest and recoveryNumber of hours you actually want to workAnd remember: Staying steady is not failing. Sometimes maintaining is winning.Submit your “Hey Coach” questions to [email protected]🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

Have you ever felt like you're doing everything you're supposed to do to grow your business—posting consistently, networking, showing up online—and yet nothing seems to translate into paying clients?You're not alone.In this episode, I sit down with Candice Smith, founder of French Press PR and creator of the VizDev Framework, to talk about the difference between being visible and being valuable.We explore why more content, more networking, and more marketing tactics aren't always the answer—and how clarity, trust, relationships, and strategic positioning often matter far more than simply getting in front of more people.Candice shares her CASA Framework for building visibility with intention, explains why your lived experience is often your greatest differentiator, and offers practical advice for entrepreneurs who feel stuck despite putting in the work.If you've ever wondered why your visibility isn't turning into opportunities, clients, or revenue, this conversation will help you identify what may be missing.In This Episode:Why visibility doesn't automatically create trustThe biggest mistake entrepreneurs make when defining their audienceHow to identify your true value propositionWhy your lived experience matters more than you thinkThe role of relationships in business growthHow to stop panic-marketing and start building strategicallyThe difference between attention and tractionPractical ways to convert visibility into paying clientsIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who needs to hear it.Have a “Hey Coach” question?Submit your questions to: [email protected]🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.Connect with Candice here:🌐 Website - VizDev Quiz: http://bit.ly/vizdev📝 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicecourtneysmith

Stop Borrowing Someone Else’s Brand: Build What’s Actually YoursIt’s easy to look at what other businesses are doing and assume that’s the blueprint for success.The highlight reels.The aesthetics.The “viral” content strategies.But just because something looks successful doesn’t mean it’s aligned with your business.In this episode, I’m talking about what happens when entrepreneurs start copying other brands instead of building from their own truth — and why that disconnect is one of the fastest ways to lose clarity in your marketing.I’m sharing a story from my time running a CrossFit gym, where I constantly saw other gyms posting intense, high-performance content that didn’t reflect what we were actually about: community, relationships, and real human connection.And that’s the lesson — visibility without alignment will always feel off.If you’ve ever questioned whether your content “looks right” compared to others, this episode will help you reset your focus and come back to what actually makes your brand strong: authenticity.In This Episode:Why entrepreneurs copy what they see onlineThe danger of borrowing someone else’s brand identityWhy visibility ≠ alignmentHow to recognize what actually reflects your businessA simple mindset shift before creating contentYour One Tip:Before you create content this week, pause and ask:“Does this actually reflect my brand — or am I copying what I see?”Build from what’s real. Not what’s popular.Submit your “Hey Coach” questions to [email protected]🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

Schedule CEO Time: Stop Reacting & Start Leading Your Business  Most entrepreneurs don’t struggle because they aren’t working hard enough.They struggle because they never stop long enough to lead.It’s easy to spend your entire week answering emails, serving clients, solving problems, and reacting to whatever feels urgent. But staying busy is not the same as building a business with intention.In this episode, I’m talking about why every business owner needs dedicated CEO time — space to step back, review the numbers, evaluate priorities, and make decisions from strategy instead of stress.Because financial fitness in business doesn’t come from constantly doing more. It comes from creating systems, reviewing progress, and giving yourself permission to think long term.If you’ve been stuck in the day-to-day grind and feeling disconnected from the bigger picture, this episode will help you reset your focus and lead your business more intentionally.In This Episode:Why entrepreneurs get trapped in reactive workThe difference between being busy and being strategicHow “CEO time” improves business clarity and financial fitnessWhy reviewing your business regularly reduces overwhelmA simple weekly habit that can completely change your decision-makingYour One Tip:Put a recurring CEO meeting on your calendar, even if it’s only 30 minutes. Review what’s coming in, what’s going out, and where your attention actually belongs.Submit your “Hey Coach” questions to [email protected]🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

When I owned my CrossFit gym, I spent a lot of time looking around at what other gyms were posting online.The ripped abs.The dramatic workouts.The chalk clouds.The competition photos.That just wasn’t us.Our gym was built around community, relationships, and the feeling people had when they walked through the door. But those things are harder to capture in a perfectly curated Instagram post.In this episode, I sit down with Brittany Woitas, founder of Kovly Studio, to talk about what actually makes a brand stand out in a crowded market.We dive into:Why the strongest brands aren’t the flashiest — they’re the truestThe danger of building your business around vanity metricsHow to stop copying competitors and market in a way that actually feels like youWhy pricing, boundaries, and leadership all shape your brandThe real reason so many business owners feel invisible onlineOne of my favorite takeaways from Brittany:“If your brand was a human, who would they be?”Because the businesses that create real connection aren’t trying to look like everyone else. They know who they are.If you’ve ever felt pressure to keep up with what everyone else in your industry is doing, this conversation is for you.Have a “Hey Coach” question?Submit your questions to: [email protected]🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.Connect with Brittany here:🌐 Website: www.kovlystudio.com📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/kovlystudio/📝 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/kovly-studio

A lot of business owners avoid looking at their numbers for the same reason people avoid stepping on a scale.Not because they hate data.Because they’ve attached meaning to it.“If revenue is down, I’m failing.”“If expenses are up, I’m doing something wrong.”“If I really look closely, I’m afraid of what I’ll find.”But your numbers are not a report card.In this episode, I talk about the emotional weight business owners attach to money, financials, and performance, and why avoiding the data usually creates more stress, not less.In this episode:Why financial avoidance is so common among entrepreneursHow money stress quietly affects your sleep, relationships, and decision-makingThe connection between business health and personal wellbeingWhy your numbers are simply information, not identityHow to stop spiraling and start using data as directionYour books are not there to shame you.They’re there to help you make better decisions.Your one tip this week:Open your books. No fixing. No judging. No panic. Just gather information before you start telling yourself stories.Submit your “Hey Coach” questions to [email protected]🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

Recovery Is a Business Strategy, Not a RewardWe’ve built an entire culture around hustle and productivity, but very few people talk about what constant grinding actually costs.In this episode, I share a powerful insight from my conversation with Paul Postema about recovery, burnout, and the importance of intentional rest — not as something you earn after exhaustion, but as a strategy for sustaining success.We talk about:Why recovery is essential for entrepreneurs and leadersThe hidden cost of burnout on your business and relationshipsHow rest impacts clarity, decision-making, and creativityThe parallels between athletic recovery and business performanceWhy protecting your energy matters just as much as productivityIf you’ve been running on empty, constantly pushing through fatigue, or feeling guilty for slowing down, this episode is your reminder that rest is part of the work.Submit your “Hey Coach” questions to [email protected]🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

Systems, Boundaries, and Why Organization Isn’t About Perfection, with Janice Rostron Ever feel busy all day but somehow still behind?In this episode of The Fitness of Business, I sit down with professional organizer and productivity expert Janice Rostron to talk about the real relationship between clutter, overwhelm, boundaries, and sustainable business growth.Because organization is not about having perfectly color-coded perfection or a flawless routine. It is about creating systems that actually support your life, energy, and priorities.Together, we discuss:Why “less” is often the most effective productivity strategyHow boundaries protect your time, focus, and energyThe difference between reacting all day versus planning intentionallyWhy rest deserves a place on your calendar tooHow small systems now can prevent major overwhelm laterIf you have ever felt scattered, overloaded, or like your business is running you instead of the other way around, this conversation will absolutely resonate.Have a “Hey Coach” question?Submit your questions to: [email protected]🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.Connect with Janice here:🌐 Website: fnr.net💻 Facebook:  facebook.com/justfocusandreorganize🤝LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/just-focus-and-reorganize/📸 Instagram:instagram.com/justfocusandreorganize 

We know busy and productive are not the same thing, but so many business owners spend years confusing the two.In this episode, I share a powerful insight from my conversation with Kate Boyle about boundaries, decision-making, and learning to pause before saying yes to every opportunity.Because not every collaboration, meeting, or opportunity is actually moving your business forward. Sometimes it just feels productive.We talk about:Why “busy” can become a distraction from meaningful progressHow boundaries create clarity and momentumThe importance of intentional decision-making in businessWhy entrepreneurs often struggle to say noHow to evaluate whether opportunities align with your goalsIf you’ve been feeling scattered, overwhelmed, or stretched too thin, this episode will help you rethink the way you spend your time and energy.Submit your “Hey Coach” questions to [email protected]🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

You can be incredible at what you do and still stay invisible.This week, I’m sharing a powerful takeaway from my conversation with Ben Speich: your work doesn’t speak for itself.Because while we’d love to believe that being great at our craft is enough, the truth is that visibility matters. The most talented coach, trainer, or business owner isn’t always the one getting noticed.In this episode, we talk about:Why humility can accidentally become invisibilityThe mindset shift around self-promotionWhy “learning to brag a little” mattersHow sharing your work serves people, not just your egoOne simple challenge to help you become more visible this weekYou don’t need to become louder. But your work deserves an audience.🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

You can work hard, eat “healthy,” squeeze in workouts, and still feel exhausted.So what happens when what used to work… suddenly doesn’t?This week I’m joined by registered dietitian nutritionist Jen Scheinman to unpack the overwhelm of modern wellness: conflicting advice, burnout, aging, hormones, energy crashes, and the pressure to optimize everything.We talk about:Why “healthy” can look different for different peopleThe science behind energy and mitochondrial healthWhy sleep may matter more than your dietSmall habits that create lasting changeHow high-achievers can stop treating wellness like another jobBecause your body isn’t failing you. It may just be asking for something different.Connect With Jen:🌐 Website: nextjenhealth.com📸 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/jenscheinman_nutrition🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

In this episode, I talk about one of the most expensive mistakes I see in business: trying to do everything yourself in the name of “saving money.” It feels responsible. It feels scrappy. But underneath it’s often fear dressed up as discipline.I share a conversation I had with Amber Briggle, where we unpacked how operating from scarcity kept her stuck in the early stages of growth longer than necessary. She believed she couldn’t afford help — so she did everything herself. And instead of saving money, she lost time, momentum, and opportunities she can’t get back.We also talk about the parallel I see all the time in fitness: no one questions hiring a trainer when they want results faster. Business works the same way. Support isn’t a luxury — it’s a multiplier.If you’ve been carrying everything in your business alone, this episode will help you reframe what “expensive” actually looks like.Your One Tip: Identify one thing you’re still doing yourself out of habit or fear. Price out what it would cost to get support. Then ask yourself what it’s costing you not to.🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

You don’t build strength by standing next to people in the gym.And you don’t build a business community by never asking for help.Finding your people is one thing. Actually leaning on them? That’s harder.In this episode of Tread Talk, I’m talking about why community matters in entrepreneurship — and why so many business owners struggle to truly rely on the people around them.We join networking groups. We attend events. We build connections.But many of us still try to carry everything alone.Using the analogy of a running club, I break down how real community works: not just proximity, but support, accountability, motivation, and momentum.This episode was inspired by my full conversation with Cynthia Moos, who shared that one of the biggest business strengths she wishes she had developed earlier was community — not as a bonus, but as a lifeline.Look at your circle right now. Are you actually leaning on them… or just keeping them nearby without ever asking for help?🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

What do handstands and entrepreneurship have in common? More than I realized.In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Fennell-Cooper, owner of Happy Gym in Denver and founder of Preschool Coaches League, to talk about what building strong foundations really looks like — in movement, business, leadership, and growth.We talk about:Why the foundations you build early matter more than you thinkThe reality of niching down and setting boundaries in businessWhat happens when your business suddenly depends fully on youThe difference between running an online business vs. a brick-and-mortar businessBuilding community and customer experience intentionallyDiversifying offers without losing your identityDelegation, systems, hiring, and scalingWhy saying “no” is one of the most important entrepreneurial skillsThis conversation is honest, funny, practical, and full of the kinds of lessons you only learn by actually building something.If you’ve ever wondered whether you should diversify, niche down, scale, simplify, or completely reinvent what you’re doing — this one’s for you.Connect With Sarah:🌐 Website: happygymdenver.com🌐 Website: happygymnastics.com (lesson plans, training)📸 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/happygymdenver🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

You may not want to admit that you work better when someone’s counting on you.Maybe it feels like you should be able to motivate yourself. Like needing accountability means you’re not disciplined enough.But even elite athletes don’t train alone.Not because they can’t. Because they know what’s at stake when someone expects them to show up.In this Tread Talk, I’m sharing:why accountability isn’t a weaknesswhy so many entrepreneurs avoid asking for supportand how finding the right “training partner” in business can completely change your consistencyPlus, a simple challenge to help you stop waiting and start reaching out.Connect with Julie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julielawrie/ 🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

You don’t need to do less. You just need to do less at the same time.If your brain feels like 47 tabs open… this one’s for you.In this episode, I’m sharing a simple prioritization strategy that can completely change how you approach your work: the “buckets of three.”Inspired by my conversation with Dr. Michael Bevis, this concept is all about narrowing your focus so you can actually build momentum—instead of constantly starting and stopping.Because when everything is important… nothing gets done well.In this episode:Why entrepreneurs struggle with focusHow too many ideas slow you downA simple framework for better time managementHow to create momentum in your businessYour One Tip: Choose your top 3 priorities for the week. Ignore the rest until those are complete.🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

No overexplaining. No apologizing.Just practice the boundary.Do your calls run over?Do you find yourself squeezing things in “real quick” all day long?In this TREAD TALK, from The Fitness of Business, I’m breaking down time boundaries—why they matter for productivity, leadership, and energy, and how weak boundaries quietly lead to burnout, overcommitment, and inconsistent schedules.If your calendar feels full but unfocused, this one’s for you.🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

What does it really look like to rebuild a business after early failure — and then grow it into something completely different than you originally imagined?In this episode, I’m talking with Lindsay Scherr Burgess, founder of Green Wallscapes, a company creating preserved moss walls and plant installations for commercial and residential spaces across the U.S., Canada, and beyond.Lindsay’s path is anything but linear. She’s worked in commercial real estate, construction, organic produce, and sales before a small side project with moss slowly turned into a full-scale business serving clients like Amazon, Hilton, Marriott, and Johnson & Johnson.But what stood out most in this conversation isn’t just what she built — it’s how she built it, and what it’s required of her along the way.We talk about:When a side project becomes something you can’t ignore anymoreWhat actually changes when you move from “creative idea” to real operationsWhy scaling often reveals parts of your business you don’t want to own foreverThe tension between staying in your zone of genius and becoming the operatorHow I think about choosing coaches based on real business needs (not noise or hype)What it really means to carry responsibility for a growing teamThis is a grounded conversation about what growth actually demands — not just in revenue or reach, but in clarity, decision-making, and the parts of the business you’re willing (or not willing) to own.Connect With Lindsay:🌐 Website: www.GreenWallscapes.com📸 Instagram:   www.instagram.com/greenwallscapesYouTube: www.youtube.com/@greenwallscapes/aboutLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/lindsayscherrburgess🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

My alarm goes off at 5am every day—and I know if I don’t start moving within 20 minutes, it’s probably not happening at all.Your business works the same way.If it’s not on your calendar, there’s a good chance it won’t get done. Not because you don’t care—but because you’re relying on willpower instead of structure.In this Tread Talk, I share a key takeaway from my conversation with Shari Cedar on using your calendar as your source of truth—not just for meetings, but for how your time actually gets used.Because time management isn’t about productivity.It’s about ownership.Your One Tip:Pick one priority for tomorrow and schedule it with a start time—treat it like a meeting you can’t miss.🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

You know how there are certain lifts you just don’t attempt alone?Not because you’re not capable—but because having someone there changes everything.In this final episode of the series, I revisited past conversations and pulled together one more powerful theme from the question I ask every guest:"What’s one business strength or habit you wish you had developed earlier?"This time, the answer showed up as support:CommunityCoachesTeamsBoundariesTaking care of yourselfBecause doing everything on your own isn’t a strength. It’s what leads to burnout.The right support doesn’t take the weight off— but it helps you carry it.Connect with my guests:Julie Lawrie: www.linkedin.com/in/julielawrie/Cynthia Moos: www.bestfrenchforever.comCourtney Greth: www.instagram.com/recenterdenverAmber Briggle: www.mysomamassage.comBen Speich: www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminspeichKate Boyle: www.MindMovementHealth.com.auAnjeanetter Carter: www.linkedin.com/in/anjeanette-carter/Rubina Chadha: www.instagram.com/theofficialrubinaPaul Postema: www.paulpostema.comSarah Strouthopoulos: Www.confidentkids.us🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

If you’ve ever walked into the gym without a plan, you know how easy it is to waste time deciding what to do next.Business works the same way.When you rely on inspiration to guide your work, inconsistency isn’t a surprise—it’s the result. Some days you feel motivated. Other days, you stall or scramble to figure out what comes next.In this Tread Talk, I share a key insight from my conversation with Dr. Catlin Tucker on shifting from reactive creation to intentional planning—and why having a plan doesn’t limit creativity, it supports it.Your One Tip:Block 30 minutes this week to plan next week’s work—before the week starts.Connect with Dr. Catlin Tucker:CatlinTucker.comX: @Catlin_TuckeInsta: @CatlinTuckerLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dr-catlin-tucker-7033b531🔹 New TREAD TALKS drop Mondays & Thursdays🔹 Full-length interviews every Tuesday🌐 https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_📧 https://leslieboyce.substack.com✍️ [email protected]

You know how tracking your workouts gives you a completely different level of clarity?You can see what improved, what didn’t, and what actually moved the needle. Without it… you’re kind of guessing.That’s exactly how documentation works in your business.In this Tread Talk, I’m sharing why documenting as you go isn’t just a “nice to have”—it’s what keeps you from constantly rebuilding from scratch as your business evolves.This was inspired by my conversation with Hannah Ulbrich of Copper Door Coffee Roasters, where we talked about the habits we wish we’d built earlier. For her, it was documenting along the way instead of trying to piece everything together later.Because things don’t slow down—they change. Roles shift. Offers evolve. And without documentation, you lose clarity on what’s actually working.Your one tip:What am I repeating regularly that someone else could follow?🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.Start documenting that—one step at a time.

Mindset will get you started.But it’s not what keeps things moving.Because just like in the gym—owning the equipment doesn’t make you strong.You need structure.Systems.A plan for how things actually get done.In part two of this series, I went back through past conversations and pulled a new pattern from that same question I ask every guest:What’s one business strength or habit you wish you had developed earlier?This time, the answers were all about execution:Building systems earlyDocumenting as you growPlanning ahead instead of reactingManaging time and protecting itFocusing on what actually mattersBecause businesses aren’t built on intention.They’re built on consistency.Connect with my guests:Dr. Carolynn Francavilla :www.DrFrancavilla.comHannah Ulbrich: www.instagram.com/copperdoorcoffee/Dr. Catlin Tucker: CatlinTucker.comLexi Reid: https://mindartwellness.com/Taylin John Simmonds: https://substack.com/@taylinsimmondsShari Cedar: LinkedIN: Shari (Solomon) Cedar & AK Building ServicesNatalie Siegal: www.instagram.com/kneadtotalkMichael Bevis, PhD: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbevis1/Sam Field: samfieldtherapy.comShanna Weber: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanna-weber/🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

You know how in the gym, the warmup is the easiest thing to skip… until everything feels harder, less stable, and a little “wonky”?That’s exactly how systems work in business.In this short Tread Talk, I’m sharing why systems and documentation are so easy to overlook—not because they aren’t important, but because things feel “fine” without them… until they don’t.This idea was inspired by my conversation with Dr. Carolyn Frankavilla, where we talked about the business habits we wish we’d built earlier. For her, it was systems—because without them, growth gets messy, hiring gets stressful, and everything depends on you.I’ve seen this play out over and over again.Systems create consistency. They reduce pressure. They give your business something to stand on.Your one tip:What’s one thing you’re currently keeping in your head that should be written down?Start there.🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

What if strength, in this season, looks less like pushing harder… and more like letting go?In this episode, I’m talking about one of the hardest lessons in both fitness and business: learning to release the expectations that no longer fit the season you’re in.As I prepare for major back surgery, I’m facing a reality that many high-achievers struggle with — I cannot control everything right now. I don’t know exactly what recovery will look like, how long it will take, or when I’ll be back at full capacity.And because of that, I’m having to let go of some standards I’ve held tightly for a long time:posting perfectly consistentlyresponding immediatelyexpecting myself to operate the same way I always haveThis episode is about time management, self-leadership, and seasonal adjustment — and why real strength sometimes means adapting instead of forcing.In this episode:Why letting go can be a leadership skillHow to recognize expectations that no longer fit your seasonThe difference between discipline and self-pressureWhy business owners need flexibility, not just consistencyA practical reflection to help you release what isn’t serving youIf this episode resonates, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone navigating a season of change.#TheFitnessOfBusiness #Leadership #EntrepreneurMindset #TimeManagement #Resilience #SelfLeadership🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

You know how when you’re starting a new workout routine… the hardest part isn’t the workout?It’s walking in the door.The intimidation. The comparison. The feeling that you don’t quite belong yet.In this episode, I’m revisiting past conversations from The Fitness of Business and pulling together a pattern I couldn’t ignore—answers to the same question I ask every guest:What’s one business strength or habit you wish you had developed earlier?Part one is all about the mental game:PerfectionismOverthinkingImposter syndromeLearning to trust yourselfBecause before systems, before strategy… you have to get out of your own head.If you’ve ever felt stuck before you even got started, this episode is for you.Connect with my guests:Ally Ecklund: https://zestinywealth.com/Corine Ingrassia: www.corineingrassia.comChelsea Foy: www.instagram.com/lovelyindeedZehra Ashary: https://www.instagram.com/offbeatoutlook_/Kathy Waite: www.waiteendurance.comJudy Murdoch: https://judymurdoch.substack.com/Michael Newborn: https://secondactmovement.comMegyn Rodgers: www.themoleculeeffect.com🔗 Stay Connected With MeIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

What do you do when life forces you to slow down — and you can’t control the outcome?In this episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal reflection on control, resilience, and time management in business as I prepare for major back surgery.When you’ve ever trained through an injury, a setback, or a hard season, you learn quickly that you can’t control everything. You can’t control the timeline. You can’t control every obstacle. And you definitely can’t control how recovery unfolds day by day.But you can control how you show up within it.This episode is about identifying what is still in your hands — your effort, your consistency, your preparation, your systems, your relationships, and the trust you’ve built over time.Because real business stability isn’t just about having a plan. It’s about building something strong enough to hold when life doesn’t go according to plan.In this episode:What injury and recovery can teach us about businessWhy control is often smaller than we want it to beHow systems and trust create stability during uncertain seasonsWhat entrepreneurs can focus on when life feels unpredictableA practical reflection to help you regain clarity and controlIf this episode resonates, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone navigating a hard season right now.#TheFitnessOfBusiness #Resilience #EntrepreneurMindset #Leadership #BusinessSystems #TimeManagement🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

Do you keep canceling on appointments you make with yourself?Buy Time is Power here! https://www.amazon.com/Time-Power-Create-Space-Matters/dp/B0DC76WF4NIn this episode, I’m talking about one of the most important — and most overlooked — parts of time management and self-leadership: keeping the appointments you make with yourself.When I owned a gym, people assumed I worked out all the time. I was there all day. I had full access. It should have been easy.But if I didn’t take that early morning class, there was a very good chance my workout wasn’t happening.Because the day would fill up.Things would come up.And my own priorities would be the first thing to go.Sound familiar?This episode is a reminder that putting something on your calendar is only step one. The real work is honoring it — especially when it’s something that supports your energy, focus, health, or long-term goals.In this episode:Why entrepreneurs often break promises to themselves firstThe difference between scheduling something and actually protecting itHow self-canceling impacts energy, focus, and productivityWhy your personal priorities deserve calendar space tooA simple mindset shift to help you follow throughIf this episode resonates, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs the reminder.#TheFitnessOfBusiness #TimeManagement #SelfLeadership #EntrepreneurMindset #Productivity #BusinessGrowth🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

Rest Doesn’t Need to be EarnedWhat if the answer isn’t doing more… but doing less?A few weeks ago, I picked up a tennis racket for the first time in years—and within minutes, I was reminded of something I see all the time in business: the harder I tried, the worse it got. It wasn’t until I slowed down that everything clicked back into place.In this episode, I’m joined by Cynthia Moss, founder of Best French Forever, to explore the French art de vivre—and how we can actually bring that slower, more intentional way of living into our everyday lives.We talk about:Why the “post-retreat feeling” fades so quickly—and how to make it lastThe guilt we feel around rest (and how to start unlearning it)Cynthia’s journey from corporate America to building a lifestyle-based businessWhat it looks like to build a business rooted in rhythm, not hustleHow to trust your timing instead of forcing outcomesIf you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’re constantly pushing… this is your reminder that you might not need more effort—you might just need a different pace.Connect With Cynthia:🌐 Website: www.bestfrenchforever.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestfrenchforever/✉️ Email: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiamoos/🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

Buy Time is Power here: https://a.co/d/043qAW4JIf your calendar is packed from start to finish and you still feel behind, this episode is for you.There was a season in my business when I scheduled everything back-to-back — clients, classes, meetings, all of it. On paper, it looked productive. In reality, it left me rushed, reactive, and unable to show up at my best.In this episode, I’m talking about one of the most overlooked parts of time management for entrepreneurs: buffer time.Because productivity isn’t just about scheduling tasks. It’s about scheduling the space around them — the time you need to reset, prepare, switch gears, travel, breathe, and actually function like a human being.If you constantly feel like you’re running late, mentally behind, or carrying one task into the next, this episode will help you rethink how you use your calendar.In this episode:Why back-to-back scheduling creates stress and poor performanceThe hidden productivity cost of having no buffer timeHow entrepreneurs can use their calendar more intentionallyWhy transition time matters for focus, energy, and leadershipA practical tip to help you build more realistic structure into your weekIf this episode resonates, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another business owner who needs a little more breathing room.#TheFitnessOfBusiness #TimeManagement #EntrepreneurProductivity #BusinessSystems #Leadership #ProductivityTips🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

If you feel like you never have enough time in your business, the problem may not actually be your schedule.It may be your focus.In this episode, I’m talking about one of the biggest hidden productivity killers for entrepreneurs: time leaks. The constant notifications, task switching, unfinished work, and reactive habits that quietly drain your energy and make your business feel harder than it needs to be.Just like in training, results don’t come from scattered effort. They come from consistency, structure, and focused reps.If you’ve been feeling distracted, overwhelmed, or frustrated by how little gets done even when you’re “busy,” this episode will help you identify where your time is really going — and how to take control of it.In this episode:Why entrepreneurs often don’t have a time problem — they have a focus problemHow distractions and task switching kill momentumWhat “time leaks” look like in businessWhy focus is one of your greatest productivity toolsA simple challenge to help you build better work habits this weekIf this episode hits home, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another business owner who needs a reset#TheFitnessOfBusiness #Focus #EntrepreneurProductivity #TimeManagement #BusinessGrowth #ProductivityTips🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

I had two members at my gym — older than my average member by a good stretch — who showed up every single day with an intensity that put people half their age to shame. Rope climbs? Non-negotiable. Running? They'd walk it without a second of hesitation or guilt. No explanation, no apology. They had completely rewritten the program on their own terms — and they were thriving because of it.My guest today, Vera Ilnyckyj, knows that moment intimately. After losing her job and navigating a divorce, she didn't just tweak the plan. She scrapped it entirely and rebuilt on her own terms. Now she's a transformational coach helping high-capacity women solopreneurs stop doing it all alone and start designing their next aligned chapter with more clarity, community, and confidence. In this conversation we get into what it actually takes to pivot with intention, why community is a business strategy, how she built a membership around connection, and the mindset shift around sales that changed everything for her. This one is for anyone who's ready to stop following someone else's program.________________________________________Connect With Vera:🌐 Website: createyourbestchapter.com📸 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/createyourbestchapterYouTube: @createyourbestchapterLI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/verailnyckyj/🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

If you’ve ever started your workday without a clear plan, you already know how quickly your time can disappear.In this episode, I’m breaking down why time management for entrepreneurs is less about doing more and more about deciding less in the moment. Just like athletes don’t walk into the gym and make up their workouts as they go, business owners need structure if they want consistent results.I talk about why decision fatigue drains your energy before your day even gets going, how a lack of structure can quietly sabotage productivity, and one simple strategy I use every week to create more focus, follow-through, and momentum in my business.If you’re tired of feeling reactive, scattered, or constantly behind, this episode will help you think differently about productivity, discipline, accountability, and weekly planning.In this episode:Why structure creates better results than motivationHow decision fatigue impacts productivityThe connection between time management and mental energyWhy entrepreneurs need systems, not just disciplineMy simple weekly planning habit for better follow-throughIf this episode resonates, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another business owner who needs a better rhythm for their week.#TheFitnessOfBusiness #TimeManagement #EntrepreneurProductivity #BusinessSystems #DecisionFatigue #WeeklyPlanning🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

Setting boundaries isn’t just about saying “no”—it’s about retraining the patterns people have learned from you over time.In this episode, we build on the idea that unlearning habits takes repetition and go one step deeper: every “yes” you give is teaching people how to treat you.Just like in fitness, where every rep reinforces movement patterns—good or bad—your daily responses in business and life shape expectations. Whether it’s last-minute requests, scope creep, or constant availability, you may be unintentionally reinforcing behaviors that lead to burnout and misalignment.This episode breaks down:How your responses create patterns in relationships and businessWhy people aren’t crossing boundaries intentionallyThe link between consistency and leadershipA simple, actionable step to start resetting expectationsIf you want to strengthen your boundaries, improve leadership, and create healthier work dynamics, this episode will give you a practical mindset shift to start today.🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

What does it actually take to scale a business without losing the magic that made it special in the first place? In this episode, I sit down with Hannah Ulbrich, founder of Copper Door Coffee Roasters, to talk about building intentional spaces, scaling with integrity, and why the “vibe” of your business isn’t as intangible as you think.From rolling a coffee roaster down the street on a dolly to growing a multi-location company with a national wholesale program, Hannah shares what it really looks like to expand—without becoming the bottleneck in your own business.We dig into:Why going from one location to two is the hardest leapHow to document and scale your culture (yes, it’s possible)Letting go of control and trusting your systems (and your people)Hiring for alignment, not just skillThe surprising parallels between building a business and building strength in the gymUsing your business as a vehicle for impact—especially when it comes to supporting women globallyPlus, we answer this week’s “Hey Coach” question:How do you scale the feeling of your business when you can’t be everywhere at once?If you’ve ever worried that growth might dilute what makes your business special, this one’s for you.Connect with Hannah:📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/copperdoorcoffee/🌐 Website:https://copperdoorcoffee.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-ulbrich-590b7291/🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

Unlearning old habits is often harder than learning new ones - whether in fitness or in business. In this episode, we explore why breaking long-standing patterns takes more than just awareness - it takes consistent, intentional repetition.Just like correcting poor squat form requires slowing down, practicing lighter reps, and building new movement patterns over time, setting boundaries in your professional and personal life follows the same principle. If you’ve spent years saying yes to everything, responding instantly, and putting others first, shifting that behavior won’t feel natural overnight.This episode dives into the psychology of habit change, boundary setting, and sustainable performance. You’ll learn why discomfort is part of growth, how to retrain your responses, and a simple, actionable strategy to start building stronger boundaries today.If you’re looking to improve productivity, reduce burnout, and create healthier work-life dynamics, this conversation will give you a practical framework to start making lasting change.🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

There was a time I answered everything—calls at night, texts on weekends, questions that had already been answered somewhere else. I told myself I was being responsive, that this was strong leadership. But what I learned? Being always available doesn’t equal effective leadership.When your expectations aren’t clear and your information isn’t documented, you become the system. Boundaries aren’t about being less helpful—they’re about creating clarity so your team and clients don’t need you for every little thing.This episode walks you through one simple action to protect your energy while building stronger leadership and clearer systems.🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

There's a unique challenge in partner workouts. You want to push each other, but you can't go so hard that one person breaks down. You have to communicate, adjust on the fly, and trust that your partner will show up for their part while you handle yours. Building a team works exactly the same way — and just like in training, natural talent is only the starting point.My guest today, Shanna Weber, is the CEO of Prima Consulting and spent over 20 years in the male-dominated world of finance learning what it actually means to lead — not manage, lead. In this conversation we get into the difference between being a natural leader and a strategic one, why micromanaging is just managing in disguise, how generational differences are reshaping what effective leadership looks like, and why the best thing you can do for your team is change yourself first. If you've ever wondered why things don't get done the way you'd do them — this one's for you.Connect with Shanna: 🌐 Website: swprima.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanna-weber/🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

If you’ve ever done heavy front squats, you know the lift doesn’t fail when your legs give out—it fails when your core gives out. The same is true in business. Your core isn’t your hustle; it’s your values and boundaries.In this episode, I’ll walk you through how subtle weaknesses in your core can make you over-explain, over-deliver, and over-commit without even realizing it. I’ll also share a simple reflection to help you brace yourself for the month ahead and make stronger, clearer decisions.🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

Have you ever pushed through a workout even when you knew you probably shouldn’t? At first, it feels fine. Maybe even productive. But each time you ignore that internal boundary, the line gets a little blurrier.Eventually, recovery slows, progress stalls, and instead of moving forward, you find yourself rebuilding the very foundation you should have protected.Business works the same way.In this episode, I talk about how weak boundaries in leadership lead to overextension—extra calls, extra time, and extra emotional labor that may look generous but ultimately becomes unstable and unsustainable.Strong leadership isn’t reactive. It’s clear, confident, and rooted in the willingness to say no.Your practical tip:Identify three places where you regularly overextend. Then install one clear boundary this week that eliminates just one of them.Because protecting your boundaries protects your progress.🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

I used to compete in CrossFit and walk into every competition thinking I was ready. I'd done the work, hit the lifts, drilled the movements. But the moment I'd see the other athletes, my head would leave the game entirely. Looking back, I had zero tools for that. No strategy, no practice — just me trying to will my way through it. That gap between physical readiness and inner readiness is exactly what my guest today has built her work around.Rubina Chadha is a mindfulness educator and trauma-informed coach who helps high performers train their nervous systems the same way we train our bodies — with actual reps, actual practice. In this conversation, we get into what presence really means when you have twelve things happening at once, why you can't think your way out of stress, how creativity can be a doorway back to yourself, and why the most productive thing you can do is learn to just be. If you've ever rolled up your yoga mat and immediately raged on the freeway, this one's for you.Connect with Rubina:http://theinnerdesign.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubina-c https://www.instagram.com/theofficialrubina🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.com✉️ Email: [email protected] share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

What if the biggest mistake in business growth is trying to scale too soon?Drawing from my experience running a CrossFit gym, I talk about why every athlete had to start with fundamentals—learning form and stability before adding weight. The same principle applies to business.Too many entrepreneurs try to add “load” before their systems are stable. They launch new offers, raise prices, or expand before the core structure of their business is solid.This episode is a reminder that sustainable growth doesn’t come from adding more. It comes from strengthening the foundation first.Your tip for the month:Before adding anything new, strengthen one core system in your business—onboarding, pricing clarity, or communication standards.Because real growth doesn’t start with more weight.It starts with stability.🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

A coach can guide you.Encourage you.Correct your form.But they can’t lift the barbell for you.Business works the same way.Courses, mentors, masterminds — they’re support systems. They provide structure, clarity, and perspective. But they are not substitutes for execution.In this short video, I share a simple reminder that could unlock real momentum: Before you search for new advice, act on one piece of guidance you’ve already been given.Progress doesn’t usually come from more information.It comes from applied information.If this resonates, drop a 💪 in the comments.And ask yourself:What’s one piece of advice I’ve been sitting on that I need to implement today?🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_✉️ Email: [email protected]📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.comI share weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.

From elite-level dancer to Pilates studio owner, my guest Kate Boyle has spent her entire career proving that how you treat your body and how you run your business aren't that different. After a career-ending injury at 16 forced her to pivot, Kate channeled her movement background, nutrition science degree, and relentless work ethic into building a studio that's thrived for 16 years — from her home in Melbourne, Australia. In this episode, Kate and I get into why she scrapped her big expansion dreams for a smarter, leaner model, how she survived the world's longest COVID lockdown because she'd gone online just in time, and the boundaries that protect her energy as much as her bottom line. If you're maxed out, burned out, or just ready to build something that actually lasts — this one's for you.Connect with Kate:🌐 Website: mindmovementhealth.com.au📸 Instagram: @mindmovementhealth🎙 Podcast: Mind Movement Health🔗 Stay ConnectedIf this episode resonated and you want more conversations about business, leadership, movement, and sustainable success, you can find me here:🌐 Website: https://www.leslieboyce.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslieboyce_📝 Substack: https://leslieboyce.substack.com✉️ Email: [email protected] Ishare weekly insights, behind-the-scenes reflections, and resources for business owners who want to grow without burning out.