In this episode of the Social Collectives Podcast, hosts Lisa Ann Adams and Aaron Sefchick interview Leslie Kane, the host of the Why Not Today podcast. They discuss the unique networking events Leslie organizes, the inspiration behind her podcast, and the importance of sharing personal stories. Leslie shares her journey of becoming a courage coach, helping others navigate overwhelm and build systems for success. The conversation highlights the significance of self-care, community support, and the impact of small actions in making a difference in people's lives.

Takeaways

• The Why Not Today concept encourages taking action without waiting for the perfect moment.
• Networking events can foster deeper connections beyond traditional elevator pitches.
• Perfectionism can hinder progress; it's important to start and learn as you go.
• Everyone has a story worth sharing, and those stories can inspire others.
• Courage coaching helps individuals build confidence and navigate challenges.
• Creating systems can alleviate overwhelm and improve efficiency in business.
• Self-care is essential for maintaining the ability to help others.
• Community support is vital for personal and professional growth.
• Small actions can lead to significant changes in someone's life.
• Living authentically can attract the right connections and opportunities.

Sound Bites

• "Where you start and where you finish are never the same place."
• "We lead ourselves before we lead anybody else."
• "You never know who is watching you, who you're making a difference in their life."
• "When you're living your life according to your values and being who you are and doing the things you love, then those things just happen."
• "Be brave and have the courage to say why not today?"

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Why Not Today Podcast
• 02:46 The Concept of Why Not Today
• 06:00 Inspiring Stories from Podcast Guests
• 08:54 Courage Coaching and Empowerment
• 12:09 Building Systems and Procedures
• 15:03 Navigating Overwhelm and Self-Care
• 17:58 Webinars, Courses, and Mastermind Groups
• 20:45 The Starfish Story and Making a Difference
• 24:03 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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Tina Johnson, founder of CEO Consulting Group and the Women's CEO Business School, discusses her passion for helping women business owners build sustainable businesses. She shares her journey and the challenges she faced, including the impact of the pandemic on her event management company. Tina emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision and mission, focusing on the client experience, and prioritizing tasks and time management. She also highlights the significance of self-care and maintaining a work-life balance. Tina offers a free work-life mastery worksheet to help business owners manage their personal and professional lives.

Sound Bites

"I wanted to figure out a way to help women business owners, micro small businesses."

"Focus on the client experience. If cash flow is the oxygen of your business, clients are the blood of your business."

"If you as the CEO are not taking care of yourself and making yourself a priority, you're not going to be good for anyone else."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:18 Building Sustainable Businesses

08:21 Vision, Mission, and Client Experience

18:09 Self-Care and Work-Life Balance

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Sally Miller, of Mailbox Power, discusses the power of personalized cards and gifts in building strong relationships with clients. She shares stories of how sending thoughtful cards and gifts has helped her business and touched the lives of her clients. Sally also introduces her new venture in selling pickleball-themed t-shirts. She explains the different membership tiers of Mailbox Power and highlights the importance of making people feel special. The conversation is filled with heartfelt moments and showcases Sally's dedication to making a positive impact on others.

Takeaways

Personalized cards and gifts can have a powerful impact on building strong relationships with clients.

Sending thoughtful cards and gifts can make people feel special and appreciated.

Mailbox Power offers different membership tiers that provide various benefits, including free cards and personalized gifts.

Sally's new venture in selling pickleball-themed t-shirts is an exciting opportunity to combine her love for graphics and passion for the sport.

Making people feel good and leaving a positive impression is key to building lasting connections.

Sound Bites

"Sending personalized cards and gifts is a no-brainer for building strong client relationships."

"Sally's new venture in selling pickleball-themed t-shirts is an exciting opportunity."

"Mailbox Power offers different membership tiers with various benefits."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Three-Year Anniversary

03:46 Sally's Journey and Inspiration for Mailbox Power

09:05 The Benefits of Personalized Cards and Gifts

13:49 Membership Tiers and Sending Personalized Cards

25:46 The Importance of Making People Feel Special

32:53 Sally's Involvement in the Ashburn Senior Center

38:51 Supporting Local Events and Charities

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