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Episodes
Delegation Tips for Business Owners: Fix Bottlenecks Before Year-End
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been holding on to the belief, “If I don’t do it, it won’t get done right,” this episode is your wake-up call....
Streamline Business Operations for a Stress-Free Holiday Season
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays come fast and if you wait until December to streamline business operations, it’s already too late. In this episode, Donna shares ho...
Business Bottlenecks: What’s slowing your growth?
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your business bottleneck is you, you’re not alone. Most small business owners don’t realize how much time they spend on low-impact task...
Business Feels Like a Job? Here’s the Hidden Reason Why
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your business feels like a job, it’s time for some straight talk. In this episode, Donna explains why so many small business owners find them...
Business Feels Stuck? Simple Shifts to Get Back on Track
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your business feels stuck, it’s not because you’re lazy or unclear. It’s because there’s a missing bridge between your visi...
Reclaim Your CEO Time
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your calendar is packed but your progress feels slow, it’s time to reclaim your CEO time. In this episode, Donna shares why busy doesn’...
Stop the Busywork: How to Grow Your Business Without Burning Out
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been working nonstop but feel like your business still isn’t growing, it’s time to stop the busywork. In this episode, Don...
Prioritizing When Everything Feels Urgent
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When everything in your business feels urgent, how do you decide what actually matters? In this episode, Donna shares exactly how to prioritize when e...
Small Business Workflow Automation Made Simple
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re running your business on caffeine and copy-paste, it’s time to simplify with small business workflow automation. In this episode...
Scaling Without Burnout: Why You Need a Strategic Partner
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your business is growing but your stress levels are too, you might be scaling — just not sustainably. In this episode, Donna shares what scal...
5 Workflow Optimization Fixes That Will Save You Hours Every Week
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Workflow optimization isn’t just for massive corporations. As a small business owner, your time is your most precious resource. If you’re ...
How to Retain Employees in a Small Business
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Losing a team member is frustrating, exhausting, and expensive. For small business owners, keeping your best people is essential if you want to g...
Smart Business Investments for Small Business Growth
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every small business owner faces tough choices when it comes to investing money back into their business. Maybe you’ve found yourself staring at...
Why Time Blocking Doesn’t Work (And What To Do Instead)
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your calendar is beautifully organized—color-coded time blocks, daily themes, maybe even a “CEO day” carved out just for strategic w...
How to Reset Your Week When Plans Change Without Starting Over
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine it’s midweek, and you glance at your to-do list only to realize most things are still undone. Maybe a client canceled last minute, unexp...
How to Run a Boring but Profitable Business Without Burnout
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Frustrated with the idea that you have to use boring routines in your business to prosper? While it’s true that you need consistency and systems...
Busy to Strategic: How Small Business Owners Can Think Like a CEO
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When you're doing everything in your business, it's exhausting. It can feel like your business will crumble if you step away for just one day....
Improving Business Systems During Downtime
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your business has hit a slower season — maybe summer rolled in and client calls dried up — it’s tempting to either panic or compl...
What to Do When Business Is Slow in the Summer
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summer hits... and suddenly the pace shifts. Sales dip, inboxes quiet down, and that constant buzz of urgency starts to fade. For many small business ...
Unlock Growth by Analyzing Your Business Operations
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like even though you're doing all the right things in your business, growth is slower than it should be? Maybe your next breakthr...
How to Cut Costs in a Small Business Without Sacrificing Growth
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever found yourself wondering how to save money as an entrepreneur without sacrificing growth or burning everything to the ground, you&#...
5 Tips for Pricing Your Services for Profitability
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As a small business owner, it's likely that you're working hard and still not meeting your income goals. If that’s you, it’s time ...
What 100 Podcast Episodes Taught Me About Small Business Growth
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what really goes into this podcast? To celebrate 100 episodes, it's time to pull back the curtain on how I plan my episodes, stay cons...
What Profitability Really Means for Small Business Owners
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When you hear the word "profit," do you think of a distant goal that will come true someday when you finally hit that dream revenue mileston...
5 Ways to Conquer Overwhelm in Your Small Business
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As a small business owner, overwhelm can feel like your constant companion. Whether it’s the never-ending task list, constant distractions, or t...
Small Business Systems: Simplify Growth and Make Scaling Sustainable
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to growing a business, most small business owners fall into the same trap: the more growth they experience, the more work piles up on th...
Time Management Mistakes Keeping Small Business Owners Busy But Not Profitable
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like your calendar is packed, your to-do list never ends, and yet… your business still isn’t where you want it to be? You'r...
How I Saved Time in My Business by Delegating Effectively
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When I first started my business, I believed that doing everything myself was the only way to ensure things were done right. But here’s the hard...
How to Prioritize Tasks that Matter to Move Your Business Forward
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As a small business owner, you know how overwhelming it can be to juggle the constant stream of tasks that come your way. From managing clients to han...
Why Batching Tasks Might Not Have Worked for You (And How to Fix It!)
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably heard about batching tasks as a time-saving productivity hack. It’s that strategy where you group similar tasks together to ...
Balancing Productivity and Creativity as a Business Owner
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like you're stuck in an endless loop of answering emails and checking off tasks, with no time left for the creative work that actually m...
How To Build Systems in Your Business (So It Runs Without You!)
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like your business would fall apart if you stepped away for just one day? Are you trapped in the grind where every email, client requ...
Why You Can't Ignore SOPs in Your Small Business
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a small business owner, you've probably rolled your eyes at the thought of creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). They sound...
Streamlining in Business: How I Upgraded My Workflow to Save Time
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As business owners, we’re always looking for ways to work smarter—not harder. Over time, we build systems that help us get things done eff...
Boundaries in Business: The Art of Saying No
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever struggled to say no in your business—whether it's to a client request, a last-minute meeting, or simply answering email...
Overcoming Entrepreneur Burnout: How to Reclaim Your Time and Boost Productivity
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does work that used to excite you now feel like a chore? If you’re on the brink of burnout or already feeling its weight, this guide is for you....
8 Productivity Hacks for Business Owners: How to Get the Right Things Done to Move Your Business Forward
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hello busy entrepreneur! Are you feeling like you're working non-stop but not getting the results you want? It’s easy to feel stuck when the...
How to Move Past Fear and Build the Business You Want
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Starting and growing a business can be terrifying. Those fears—like wondering if anyone will care about what you have to say or questioning your...
You Don't Need Perfect Business Systems to Grow and Scale
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Running an online business often comes with the pressure to be hyper-organized, meticulously planned, and a master of systems. But what if that’...
Focused on Hitting Your Revenue Goals? Here’s What You Actually Need to Prioritize for Business Success
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As a small business owner, you’ve probably heard it a thousand times: "Hit that revenue target, and you'll have made it." But is t...
Turn Goals Into Action: Your 12-Month Plan for Success
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve set bold goals and reimagined the life you want to live—but how do you ensure those dreams don’t fade by March? The final ste...
Keys to Setting Goals That Will Boost Your Business in 2025
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Setting goals can feel overwhelming—especially when it seems like every area of your business could use attention. What if you could stop feelin...
How to Align Your Business With Your Dream Life
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, small business owners! Are you building a business that supports your dream life—or one that drains it? In today’s episode, ...
The Secret to Designing a Business That Supports Your Life
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the second episode in the Dream Big, Plan Smart series! Today, we’re diving into something I think is both exciting and deeply import...
How to Find What’s Holding Your Business Back—And Fix It
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As we kick off the new year, many of us feel the pull of possibility and motivation to set ambitious goals. January often brings a sense of renewal, m...
Let's Celebrate You, CEO!
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, business leaders! As we enter 2025 (yes, I'm counting today even though it's December 31st), today is a chance to remember every...
Leadership and Communication: The Overlooked Drivers of Business Growth
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Systems and processes are vital to your business excellence, but they won't get you very far without one thing that only you can provide: leadersh...
The Broken Profit Formula That's Burning You Out - And How to Fix It
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you working harder than ever but still feel stuck in your business? It’s a frustrating place to be—pouring in endless hours and energy...
How to Reframe Failure as a Tool for Business Growth
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Failure. It’s one of those words that makes many of us cringe, especially when it comes to our businesses. But what if failure wasn't someth...
How to Create Systems in Your Business in 4 Easy Steps
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you juggling so many tasks that you’re one email away from burnout? Many business owners think handling everything themselves shows strength...
The Power of Yet: How to Transform Your Business Mindset for Success
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the world of entrepreneurship, feeling stuck can sometimes feel like part of the journey. Perhaps you've said, "I'm not hitting my inc...
Take Action Now: Discover the Hidden Profits in Your Business
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a world that glorifies hustle and constant growth, it’s easy to get lost chasing new clients, creating endless marketing campaigns, or obsess...
Earn More as a Small Business Owner with Less Effort: Master the Art Now!
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a small business owner who feels bogged down by endless to-dos, yet not achieving the growth you desire? This struggle is more common than you...
What's the Secret to a Predictable Profit Plan?
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How much would your business change if you landed just 5 or 10 new clients? Often, we focus on vanity metrics, like our number of social media followe...
Pricing Strategies That Guarantee Success for Small Business Owners
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Running a business that feels more like a grind than the freedom-filled venture you once envisioned? You’re not alone. Many online business owne...
Achieve Profit Without Burnout: 3 Essential Keys
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, business leaders! Today, I'm starting a new series on escaping burnout and hustle, a topic I've been hearing a lot about online....
Uncover the Truth: Are You Wasting Time as a Small Business Owner?
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's your framework for understanding how you are spending your time as a business leader? In this episode, I'll introduce you to my 4E fram...
How to Effectively Convert Business Challenges into Profitable Opportunities
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, it's time to flip the script on our frustrations in business and focus on the freedom that we set out to achieve! Use your struggles as a p...
Stop Spinning Your Wheels: How to Focus on What Matters Most for Business Growth
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know which tasks are the most important for your business growth? Think of your business like a garden full of plants that need watering. Which...
How to Escape the Busywork Trap as a Small Business Owner
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, CEOs! Many of us have fallen into the trap of believing that we have to push ourselves to work more hours in order to achieve our goals....
Is Your Schedule Holding Back Your Business' Future Growth Potential?
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's so easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks that consume our time consistently, but when we look back, we might find we've been spin...
5 Easy Steps to Free Yourself from the Hustle and Grind
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, business leaders! Today I want to talk about why the advice we're commonly given, "Just keep pushing," is not a guarantee ...
Growth Hour: Boost Your Business With This Simple Strategy
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, ambitious business owners! Today, I'm sharing a simple yet powerful strategy that has helped me front-load my week with revenue-gene...
Finding Time For Strategic Growth: It Is Possible!
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Spending time in your business doesn't always grow your business. Do you have so much client work to complete that you spend all your time doing i...
Your Money Story: How to Rewrite It For Good
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is your financial mindset holding you back? Today, we're discussing how the "rules" you've learned about money through your life exp...
My Favorite Way to Maximize Business Profit and Pay Myself Consistently
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, business leaders! In today's episode, we're looking to the bottom line by delineating the difference between revenue and profit....
Want More Profit in Less Time? Listen In and Plan Your Revenue Streams
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Working on setting intentional goals for this season of your life? Once you learn this strategy for monthly planning, you can repeat it over and over....
Stop Missing Out on Profit: Discover How to Thrive in the Summer Season
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, business leaders! In this episode, I'm sharing my top tips on how to successfully navigate a season where your routine changes, bala...
6 Tips to Make Time for Business Growth Without Sacrificing Everything Else
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, driven leaders! Many of us start our businesses with dreams of freedom and flexibility, but end up working harder and longer as time goe...
Master Project Completion in 10 Action-Packed Steps
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering how to ensure your project ideas are carried out to success? In this week's episode, I'll be sharing strategies to help you stay foc...
Unlocking the Power of Empowered Teams: The Key to Unstoppable Growth
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, CEOs! Today we're diving into the essential topic of empowering your team for unstoppable business growth. I'll guide you throug...
Scaling Your Business Through Operational Excellence
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Scaling your business quickly is a dream for any business leader, but without the right preparation, it can quickly turn into a nightmare. If you don&...
Decoding the Hiring Process: When to Bring In New Talent
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, business leaders! In our 50th episode, we're diving into the crucial topic of hiring. I'll be sharing a simple three-step proces...
Maximizing Your Success: Tips for Implementing a Mid-Year Review
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking for more information about whether you're really on track for your business goals? In this episode, we're talking about the pr...
A Complete CEO's Guide: Top Steps to Take After Setting Your Revenue Goal
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, CEO (that's you)! In this episode, I'm diving deep into the numbers of your business to help you determine what next steps...
Effective Strategies for Setting Revenue Goals: Tips for Small Business Owners
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, CEOs! In this episode, we dive into the crucial topic of setting effective revenue goals for your small business. I'll be sharing in...
Proven Ways to Prevent Shiny Distractions and Boost Business Growth
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you need someone to help you avoid getting distracted when you set new projects for your business? In this episode, we're talking about shiny d...
Why Delegating Tasks to Others is the Key to Effectively Empowering Your Team
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel that you shouldn't delegate tasks to your team because it would be easier and faster to do them yourself? In this episode, we'...
How To Delegate For Business Growth Success: The WHY Matters
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hi everyone! In today's episode, we're diving deep into the art of delegation in your business. What makes the "why" behind a task c...
4 Actionable Steps to Stay Motivated as a Business Owner
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, CEOs! How are you feeling about the goals you set at the beginning of the year? In this episode, I share 4 actionable strategies to stay...
3 Crucial Steps For Effective Communication in Challenging Conversations
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back, CEOs. In this episode, we're going to explore the art of delivering difficult messages effectively as a small business owner. I...
Propel Your Business Forward with a 12 Step Decision Making Framework
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey there, in this episode, I'll be unveiling a 12-step decision-making framework to elevate your decision-making game and ensure that each choice...
6 Foundational Skills CEOs Can't Ignore in Order to Grow
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to learn about 6 non-negotiable foundations that will take your business to the next level. In this episode, I uncover the cold hard truths ...
How to Lead With Confidence When Revenue is Down
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune into this episode for advice on leading through tough times in your business. When we assess the real truth about business decline, we can make s...
Struggling to Stick to Your Quarterly Plan? Here's the Real Solution
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, you will learn about the power of creating a 90-day growth map and action plan to propel your business forward. I'll share my per...
It's All About Leadership, CEO, Not Just Systems and Processes
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Systems and processes are vital to your business excellence, but they won't get you very far without one thing that only you can provide: leadersh...
Avoid These Top 5 Common Hiring Mistakes Every CEO Should Know
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we'll explore the top 5 most common hiring mistakes that many CEOs encounter, such as the "one and done" mentality, whe...
Discover These 6 Tips to Create More Resilience as a Small Business Owner
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! In this episode, I'll teach you how to not just overcome setbacks in your business, but actually thrive after facing them. I'll ...
Entrepreneurs: Avoid Business Resentment This Year with This Secret Weapon
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone! In this episode of CEO Amplify, we're talking about the often unspoken feelings of resentment towards our own businesses as entrepre...
Business Efficiency: A 3 Step Process for What to Automate First
24 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're answering the question of what to automate first to see the greatest gains in efficiency for your business. I've talked...
Leading with Impact: The 4 Key Strategies for Small Business Owners
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine yourself as the captain of your ship, steering your business towards your goals. In this episode, we delve into the crucial role of effective ...
Feeling Overwhelmed? 3 Easy Tips for Business Leaders to Save Hours
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'll share a powerful framework for prioritization inspired by the US Navy SEALs and the Department of Defense. We're splitti...
CEO Secrets to Building a 12-Month Profit Plan
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of the feast-or-famine cycle in your business? Do you get so busy serving one client that you have no time to attract the next one? In this epis...
Effective Goal Setting for CEOs: How to Follow Through and Achieve
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I'm thrilled to be diving into the world of effective goal setting with you again. In the next part of our series on goal setting for the ye...
CEOs, Build Your Business By Design, Not By Default
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If reacting to emergencies has become your default business strategy, listen in for the keys to building a business with purpose and intention. Design...
What Does Your Dream Year Look Like, CEO?
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to architect your dream year? In this episode of the CEO Amplify Podcast, we explore how to strategically plan for success in both your ...
The CEO's Guide to Planning a Successful Year
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're exploring the role of reflection in your strategic plan for your business. Your past experiences are full of lessons waitin...
Let's Celebrate You, CEO!
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this first episode of 2024, we're celebrating YOU! Life as a business owner isn't like the glamorous image we see. From the outside, people...
3 Fatal Mistakes to Avoid as an Entrepreneur - Part 3: Overcommitting
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're going to talk about the dangerous territory of overcommitment - saying yes to everything, drowning in tasks, and being pulled in many...
3 Fatal Mistakes to Avoid as an Entrepreneur - Part 2: Overcomplicating
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What subtle pitfalls could be undermining your business growth? Overcomplicating is a sneaky mistake that many of us make without realizing it. We loo...