She's in Business

I'm sharing 10 powerful questions to help you reflect on the ups and downs of 2023 and get clear on your vision for 2024.

We glance in the rearview mirror to appreciate our wins and lessons, and look ahead to dream big about the possibilities for the coming year.

Episode Highlights

• Reflecting on what I'm most proud of from this year and the biggest lessons I've learned
• Identifying patterns that have helped or hindered me to be more self-aware
• Dreaming about what I'm most excited for in 2024 and the changes I need to make to bring my vision to life
• Taking time for reflection helps keep me motivated and guides me forward on my business journey

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Want to learn more about Donna and the programs available?

1. Join the Soaring To Success membership - www.donnahann.com/success
2. Join my free facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/sibwithdonnahann
3. Website - www.donnahann.com
4. Ready to Rise course info - www.donnahann.com/course 
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6. Find me on facebook - @DonnaHannAUS

This week I'm bursting with excitement as we celebrate reaching 101 episodes of the She's In Business podcast! I'm reflecting on my journey so far including mistakes made along the way.

I'm also sharing tips for starting a podcast (including not needing to get it perfect) and allowing your business to evolve over time.

Episode Highlights:

• Your business will change and evolve over time so give yourself permission to tweak things as you learn
• You don't have to get everything perfect when starting, just get started and improve over time
• Surround yourself with supportive people who will hold you accountable and help you grow
• Embrace mistakes as learning opportunities rather than things to stress over
• Focus your energy on high value tasks rather than getting bogged down in small fixes

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Want to learn more about Donna and the programs available?

1. Join the Soaring To Success membership - www.donnahann.com/success
2. Join my free facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/sibwithdonnahann
3. Website - www.donnahann.com
4. Ready to Rise course info - www.donnahann.com/rise
5. Find me on instagram - donnahann_coach
6. Find me on facebook - @DonnaHannAUS

In this episode, I'm sharing insights from a recent event I hosted where regional businesswomen gathered to discuss their feelings of overwhelm as the holidays approach.

I share the importance of tuning into how you feel and offers micro-actions to shift into a lighter, more energised state.

Episode highlights include:

• Connecting to your thoughts, emotions and reactions by asking "How am I feeling?"
• Identifying micro-actions that can help shift your mindset, like deep breathing or going for a walk -
• Committing to making time for mindset resets daily through habit stacking

🔗 Get my FREE Mindset Reset Guide at https://www.donnahann.com/mindsetreset

Want to learn more about Donna and the programs available?

1. Join the Soaring To Success membership - www.donnahann.com/success
2. Join my free facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/sibwithdonnahann
3. Website - www.donnahann.com
4. Ready to Rise course info - www.donnahann.com/course
5. Find me on instagram - donnahann_coach
6. Find me on facebook - @DonnaHannAUS

In this episode, commercial lawyer Ingrid Fernandez joins me to discuss the importance of legal compliance for businesses. Ingrid shares common mistakes business owners make and how to avoid them. She also provides success stories of business owners who embraced legal compliance and saw growth.

Episode Highlights:

• Understand your legal obligations and educate yourself on compliance requirements
• Revise legal documents like contracts regularly as your business grows
• Approach legal compliance with an abundance mindset to protect and grow your business

Learn more about Ingrid Fernandez ​​Website - https://www.herlegals.com
Find Ingrid on Facebook - www.facebook.com/herlegals
Find Ingrid on Instagram - www.instagram.com/herlegals
Email - [email protected]

Want to learn more about Donna and the programs available?
Join the Soaring To Success membership - www.donnahann.com/success 
Join my free facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/sibwithdonnahann
Website - www.donnahann.com
Ready to Rise course info - www.donnahann.com/rise
Find me on instagram - donnahann_coach
Find me on facebook - @DonnaHannAUS

This week I'm interviewing Katie Mason about how she transformed her business from running small events for mums to becoming a top events consultant in Perth.

Katie shares how she leveraged her experience and skills in events to grow a successful business in just 6 months.

Episode Highlights:

- Define the purpose of your events clearly before planning
- Target the right audience for your events
- Develop a solid marketing plan to promote your events
- Allow enough time for proper event planning and execution
- Invest in coaching, training and networking to build business skills and opportunities

Book a call with Katie - https://calendly.com/katiemasoneventconsulting/30min
Find Katie on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088608932300
Find Katie on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katiemasoneventconsulting/
Email - [email protected]

Want to learn more about Donna and the programs available? Join the Soaring To Success membership - www.donnahann.com/success
Join my free facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/sibwithdonnahann
Website - www.donnahann.com
Ready to Rise course info - www.donnahann.com/rise
Find me on instagram - donnahann_coach
Find me on facebook - @DonnaHannAUS

For this week's episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Taryn Todaro, owner of Center Stage Dance studio for over 23 years.

Taryn shares her story of growing her business from the ground up but eventually feeling like she was "chasing her tail" without direction. Hear how COVID prompted Taryn to reevaluate and commit to investing in herself through the Soaring to Success membership. Learn how strategic planning and accountability have transformed both Taryn's business and lifestyle.

Episode Highlights

• Asking for help is not a weakness, it's a strength when you want to grow your business
• COVID provided an opportunity for reflection and change
• Strategic planning with accountability prevents businesses from feeling like they're "chasing their tail"
• Investing in your own professional development should be a priority, not an afterthought
• Surrounding yourself with a support network prevents feelings of isolation common for business owners

Learn more about Taryn Todaro

​​Website - https://www.centrestagedance.com.au 
Find Taryn on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/csdeperth 
Email - [email protected] 

Want to learn more about Donna and the programs available?

Register now for the Biz Growth Accelerator 3-day challenge www.donnahann.com/bizgrowth or DM the word 'BIZ' to Donna on Instagram or Facebook
Join my free facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/sibwithdonnahann
Website - www.donnahann.com
 Join the Soaring To Success waitlist - www.donnahann.com/success 
Ready to Rise course info - www.donnahann.com/rise
Find me on instagram - donnahann_coach
Find me on facebook - @DonnaHannAUS

In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Facebook ads expert Ashley Boston about how to effectively use paid social media ads, especially for regional businesses.

Ashley shared tips on setting goals, audience targeting, budgeting, measuring results and more.

Tune in to learn how to get the most out of your ad spend!

Episode Highlights:

• Set clear goals for your ads campaign before spending any money
• Target specific audiences who are most relevant to your business rather than broad demographics to get better results
• Start with a small daily budget and focus on conversions, not just clicks
• Measure key metrics like click-through rate and cost per lead to optimise your campaigns
• Monitor your ads regularly and be prepared to change creatives if they aren't working
• Consider retargeting people who visit your site to improve conversions

Learn more about Ashley Boston ​​Website - https://www.ashleybostonhq.com 
Find Ashley on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ashbostonhq 
Find Ashley on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybostonhq/ 
Email - [email protected] 

Want to learn more about Donna and the programs available?

Join the waitlist for Soaring To Success Membership at https://www.donnahann.com/success
Join my free facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/sibwithdonnahann
Website - www.donnahann.com
Ready to Rise course info - www.donnahann.com/rise
Find me on instagram - donnahann_coach
Find me on facebook - @DonnaHannAUS
  

Today on the show, I share how to create content that truly attracts your ideal audience through understanding their needs and harnessing the power of storytelling.

You'll learn how to tailor your content to meet your listener's needs through market research and sharing your own business story.

Episode Highlights: 

• The importance of understanding your audience like they're your closest friends
• How sharing your business journey through storytelling builds trust and engagement
• A framework for creating crystal clear messaging, strong branding, and growing your influence

Register now for the Biz Growth Accelerator 3-day challenge www.donnahann.com/bizgrowth or DM the word 'BIZ' to Donna on Instagram or Facebook

Want to learn more about Donna and the programs available?

 Soaring to Success Membership - www.donnahann.com/success

Find me on instagram - donnahann_coach

Find me on facebook - @DonnaHannAUS

Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads in your business journey, uncertain about the path ahead?

In this episode of She's in Business, I delve into the transformative magic that happens when you embrace the unknown, acquire new knowledge, and build confidence.

As a seasoned regional business owner and certified high-performance business coach, I share insights on how knowledge and confidence are the twin engines propelling your business to greater heights.

Join me as I discuss the importance of active learning, spaced repetition, and connecting new knowledge to existing systems for optimal knowledge retention.

Whether you're a business owner seeking growth or considering strategic changes, this episode will empower you to step outside your comfort zone, elevate your business, and write the next chapter in your entrepreneurial journey. Stay curious, be courageous, and keep learning because you've got this!

Episode Takeaways:

⭐️ Embrace the unfamiliar and step into the unknown, as it's in these moments that leaders are born and empires are built.
⭐️ Knowledge isn't just about facts; it's understanding and applying concepts, encompassing both hard and soft skills.
⭐️ Confidence in business is a self-assured belief in your abilities, stemming from internal validation and external experiences.
⭐️ Building knowledge and confidence go hand in hand, creating a powerful synergy for success.
⭐️ Real-life examples of business owners intentionally growing and strategically reducing to achieve their goals.
⭐️ Three tips for boosting knowledge retention: active learning and application, spaced repetition and review, and connecting new knowledge to existing frameworks.
⭐️ Your knowledge, experiences, and confidence are the essence of your business growth journey; stay curious and keep pushing forward.

Join the Soaring to Success membership waitlist at donnahann.com/success

Today, we've got a special guest, Sarah Marco, who's a pro in recruitment and business admin – something many of us small business owners can learn a lot from.

In this episode, we'll dig into the nitty-gritty of recruitment and admin.

Sarah has some valuable tips to share. We'll chat about making your business look good to potential hires, hiring folks who share your values, and how to ask the right questions in interviews.

But we won't stop there. We'll also talk about dealing with employment laws and making sure you pay your team fairly.

Plus, we'll explore the often overlooked topic of how to handle an employee leaving in a way that keeps your business's reputation intact.

So, if you're thinking about growing your team or just want to get better at hiring and admin, this episode's for you. Tune in now to discover some practical tips for making your business the best it can be!

Episode Takeaways:

• Understand the importance of presenting your business well to attract the right employees.
• Look for people who share your values to build a strong team.
• Ask smart interview questions to find the right fit.
• Stay on top of employment laws and fair wages to avoid legal issues.
• Keep things clear and professional when employees leave to protect your business's image.
• Create positive and engaging job ads to find great candidates.

Find out more about Sarah at https://www.iwbsolutions.com.au/
Join the Soaring to Success membership waitlist at donnahann.com/success