Ginger Biz

Hosted by Katy Murray

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304

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Jun 2026

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Jiving on business, while balancing everything else, I’m here to talk about topics from marketing, management to motherhood and everything in between! Join as we dive into entrepreneurship with a splash of encouragement.Let me help you reach your goals!

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June 16, 2026Episode 30415 min

304. Why We Compare Ourselves and How to Shift It Into Growth

Send us Fan Mail Comparison is a deeply human experience, but it doesn’t have to become a source of self-doubt. In this episode, I’m diving into why we compare ourselves in the first place, what’s actually happening beneath the surface, and how we can use comparison as a tool for growth instead of letting it hold us back.From psychology and personal development to leadership, entrepreneurship, and everyday life, this is a conversation about turning comparison into clarity. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering whether you’re behind, not doing enough, or measuring your progress against someone else’s highlight reel, this episode will help you reframe the way you think about growth.What You’ll Learn:Why comparison is a natural mental process, not a personal flawHow comparison can either shrink your confidence or clarify your directionPractical ways to turn comparison into self-awareness and forward movementKey Takeaways:Comparison becomes harmful when we measure our reality against someone else’s highlightsComparison often reveals desires, goals, or values we haven’t fully exploredGrowth happens when we use comparison as information instead of judgmentCall to Action:The next time you catch yourself comparing, pause before assigning meaning to it. Ask yourself what the comparison is revealing about your own goals, values, or desires. Then take one small action that moves you closer to your own path instead of staying focused on someone else’s.Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.______________________________You can find me here:Instagram: @gingerbizWebsite: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusinessX: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

June 9, 2026Episode 30316 min

303. MICROMANAGEMENT VS. CLARITY: The Thin Line Leaders Cross Without Realizing It

Send us Fan MailMost leaders don’t intend to micromanage. In fact, what often starts as care, responsibility, or a desire for strong outcomes can slowly turn into over-involvement without them even realizing it. In this episode, I’m diving into the thin line between micromanagement and clarity and why the difference matters so much in leadership.From ownership and accountability to alignment and autonomy, this is a conversation about how leaders accidentally create dependency instead of empowerment. If you’ve ever struggled to know when to step in, when to step back, or whether you’re helping or hovering, this episode will help you lead with more clarity and confidence.What You’ll Learn:Why leaders unintentionally slip into micromanagement patternsThe difference between control-driven leadership and clarity-driven leadershipHow to create stronger ownership and alignment without over-managing your teamKey Takeaways:Micromanagement is often a reaction to unclear expectations or ownershipClarity upfront reduces the need for constant correction laterStrong leadership creates alignment and ownership, not dependencyCall to Action:Think about one area where you’ve been feeling overly involved or frustrated lately. Ask yourself whether the issue is truly performance or whether expectations and ownership were never fully clarified upfront. Focus on defining success, boundaries, and decision-making more clearly instead of increasing control.Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.______________________________You can find me here:Instagram: @gingerbizWebsite: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusinessX: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

June 2, 2026Episode 30216 min

302. How to Cheer for Others Without Questioning Yourself

Send us Fan Mail Comparison is one of those things we all experience, but rarely talk about honestly. In this episode, I’m diving into what it really looks like to celebrate other people’s success without letting it shake your confidence or make you question your own timeline.From leadership and entrepreneurship to motherhood, running, and personal growth, this is a conversation about comparison, emotional maturity, and learning how to stay rooted in your own journey. If you’ve ever found yourself genuinely happy for someone else while also quietly questioning yourself, this episode will help you process those emotions with more clarity and self-awareness.What You’ll Learn:Why comparison is a normal human response, not a character flawHow to identify what your emotional reactions are actually pointing towardPractical ways to celebrate others while staying grounded in your own growthKey Takeaways:Comparison often reveals unspoken desires, fears, or goals within ourselvesSomeone else’s success does not diminish your value or your timelineQuiet, consistent growth is still meaningful growth, even when it is not highly visibleCall to Action:The next time comparison shows up, pause before attaching a story to it. Instead of asking why you feel behind, ask yourself what the feeling might be revealing about your own goals, desires, or season of life. Use that awareness as information, not shame, and redirect your energy toward your own growth.Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.______________________________You can find me here:Instagram: @gingerbizWebsite: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusinessX: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

May 26, 2026Episode 30113 min

301. Saying the Hard Things Well

Send us Fan Mail Hard conversations are not the exception in leadership, they are part of the responsibility. In this episode, I’m diving into how great leaders deliver truth clearly and directly without damaging trust in the process.From delayed conversations and emotional reactions to clarity, timing, and intentional communication, this is a conversation about how to say hard things in a way that actually strengthens relationships instead of creating defensiveness. If you’ve ever struggled with giving feedback, addressing misalignment, or speaking up before tension builds, this episode will help you approach those moments with more steadiness and confidence.What You’ll Learn:Why hard conversations feel emotionally difficult for so many leadersThe difference between truth and delivery in leadership communicationA practical framework for saying difficult things clearly and constructivelyKey Takeaways:Most hard conversations become harder because they are delayedClarity is one of the highest forms of respect in leadershipTrust grows when leaders communicate early, steadily, and intentionallyCall to Action:Think about one conversation you may be postponing right now. Instead of waiting for the “perfect” wording, focus on creating clarity early while the issue is still small. Approach the conversation with steadiness, curiosity, and a desire for alignment instead of correction alone.Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.______________________________You can find me here:Instagram: @gingerbizWebsite: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusinessX: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

May 19, 2026Episode 30016 min

300. 300 Episodes Later: What I’ve Learned About Life, Leadership, and Consistency

Send us Fan Mail Three hundred episodes later, I’ve realized this podcast was never just about content. It was about consistency, growth, identity, and learning how to keep showing up long after the excitement of starting faded away. In this episode, I’m reflecting on what podcasting, running, leadership, and life have taught me over the last four years.From building habits and confidence to learning the difference between motivation and consistency, this is a conversation about what long-term commitment really does to a person. If you’ve ever struggled to keep going when progress felt slow or wondered whether small efforts really matter, this episode is for you.What You’ll Learn:Why consistency has more to do with identity than motivationHow repeated small actions shape confidence, leadership, and personal growthWhat sustaining something long-term teaches you about yourselfKey Takeaways:Meaningful growth is usually built through ordinary repeated momentsConfidence comes from continuing, not from feeling perfectly readyThe process of building something consistently changes you over timeCall to Action:Think about one area of your life where you’ve been waiting to feel “ready” before taking action. Instead of focusing on perfection or certainty, commit to one small consistent step this week. Remember, transformation is usually built quietly through repetition, not giant breakthrough moments.Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.______________________________You can find me here:Instagram: @gingerbizWebsite: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusinessX: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

May 12, 2026Episode 29915 min

299. How Great Managers Handle Conflict: The Middle Ground of Leadership

Send us Fan Mail Conflict is not the exception in leadership, it’s part of the job. But most managers are never actually taught how to navigate it well. In this episode, I’m diving into the middle ground of leadership: how great managers handle workplace conflict without avoiding it or exploding.From emotional reactions and delayed conversations to clarity, accountability, and trust, this is a conversation about what healthy conflict actually looks like. If you’ve ever struggled with difficult conversations or found yourself swinging between silence and frustration, this episode will help you find a steadier approach.What You’ll Learn:Why managers tend to avoid conflict or overcorrect emotionallyWhat healthy, productive conflict actually looks like in leadershipA practical framework for handling tension with clarity and steadinessKey Takeaways:Unresolved conflict compounds over time, it rarely disappears on its ownTrust is built when leaders address issues early and calmlyGreat managers focus on alignment and clarity, not emotional reactionCall to Action:Think about one conversation you may be avoiding right now. Instead of waiting for frustration to build, approach it early with curiosity and clarity. Focus on understanding the gap between expectation and reality, and commit to moving the conversation toward alignment instead of avoidance.Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.______________________________You can find me here:Instagram: @gingerbizWebsite: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusinessX: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

May 5, 2026Episode 29814 min

298. Closing the Loop: The Leadership Habit That Builds Trust

Send us Fan MailSome leadership habits are obvious. Others quietly shape trust behind the scenes. In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most overlooked but powerful leadership behaviors: closing the loop.From follow-ups and feedback to everyday conversations, this is about what happens after the moment passes. Because leadership isn’t just about what you say, it’s about whether you come back to it. If you’ve ever wondered how to build trust without big gestures, this episode will show you how small, consistent follow-through makes all the difference.What You’ll Learn:What “closing the loop” really means in day-to-day leadershipWhy follow-up matters more than perfection in building trustHow missed follow-through quietly changes team behavior over timeKey Takeaways:Trust is built through small, repeated moments of reliabilitySilence after a conversation creates uncertainty, not resolutionFollowing up, even briefly, reinforces that people are heard and valuedCall to Action:Think about one conversation from this week that you haven’t revisited yet. Take a moment to follow up, even with a simple update or acknowledgment. Build the habit of closing the loop and notice how it strengthens trust over time.Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.______________________________You can find me here:Instagram: @gingerbizWebsite: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusinessX: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

April 28, 2026Episode 29715 min

297. Parenting Parallels in Leadership: A Conversation About Raising People, Leading Teams, and Learning As You Go

Send us Fan MailParenting and leadership may look like two completely different roles, but in practice, they mirror each other more than we realize. In this episode, I’m exploring the parallels between raising a child and leading a team, and what both roles teach us about patience, growth, and showing up while we’re still figuring it out.From emotional regulation to consistency and learning in real time, this is a conversation about influence over control and presence over perfection. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to have it all figured out, this episode will remind you that growth happens while you’re already in it.What You’ll Learn:How parenting and leadership mirror each other in communication, consistency, and growthWhy direction and steadiness matter more than having all the answersHow emotional regulation and modeling behavior shape those around youKey Takeaways:You are always modeling something, whether you realize it or notConsistency and repair build trust more than perfection ever willGrowth happens while you carry responsibility, not beforeCall to Action:Take a moment this week to reflect on what you are modeling in your leadership or at home. When something doesn’t go as planned, focus on repair instead of perfection and notice how it shifts trust, connection, and growth.Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.______________________________You can find me here:Instagram: @gingerbizWebsite: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusinessX: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

April 21, 2026Episode 29615 min

296. Opening Seats at the Table: A Conversation About Leadership, Inclusion, and Bringing People With You (Without Losing Clarity or Intentionality)

Send us Fan Mail Opening a seat at the table sounds simple, but in leadership, it’s far more nuanced. In this episode, I’m diving into what it really means to bring people into the room where decisions are made and how to do it with intention, clarity, and purpose.From leadership development to team alignment, this conversation explores the balance between inclusion and discernment. Because bringing people with you is powerful, but only when it’s done in a way that actually builds capability instead of creating noise.What You’ll Learn:What it truly means to “open a seat at the table” in leadershipWhen inclusion accelerates growth and when it can create confusionHow exposure to decision-making builds stronger, more capable teamsKey Takeaways:Inclusion without intention can dilute clarity and slow progressExposure to real leadership moments builds capability faster than instructionThe goal is not to include everyone in everything, but the right people at the right timeCall to Action:Take a look at your team this week and ask yourself who could benefit from more exposure to how decisions are made. Choose one intentional moment to bring someone into the room, not just to participate, but to observe, learn, and grow.Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.______________________________You can find me here:Instagram: @gingerbizWebsite: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusinessX: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

April 14, 2026Episode 29514 min

295. Glass Half Full vs. Half Empty: A Conversation About Perspective, Leadership, and Choosing Possibility (Even When It’s Hard)

Send us Fan Mail Perspective shapes more than mood. It shapes leadership, energy, and what happens next. In this episode, I’m diving into the difference between seeing the glass half full or half empty and why that choice matters so much more than we often realize.From running and motherhood to work and team dynamics, this is a conversation about choosing possibility without pretending things are perfect. If you’ve ever needed a reminder that optimism is not denial, but direction, this episode is for you.What You’ll Learn:How perspective influences leadership, culture, and emotional steadinessWhy optimism is not pretending, but choosing what to build fromHow small shifts in language and mindset can change what happens nextKey Takeaways:Perspective is a practice, not a personality traitPeople borrow the way leaders interpret challenge and uncertaintySteadiness, curiosity, and possibility create forward movementCall to Action:Think about one challenge in front of you right now. Instead of asking why this is happening, ask what is still possible here. Choose one small shift in language, mindset, or action this week that helps you lead from possibility instead of fear.Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.______________________________You can find me here:Instagram: @gingerbizWebsite: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusinessX: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/