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June 17, 202434 min

Ep 125 - Build Your Authority and Your Brand with Free PR with Liz Nable

I chat with Liz Nable about her journey from starting an unknown fitness franchise in Australia to building it into a million dollar business through leveraging her media skills and free PR. Liz shares her accidental path into entrepreneurship and how she used her experience in journalism to get media coverage and raise brand awareness. You will learn tips for preparing their business for media attention and pitching journalists. Episode Highlights How Liz took an unknown fitness concept in Australia and grew it through PR and media skills despite limited resources The importance of understanding your target audience and where they consume media Tips for researching media outlets and understanding their story formats Ways to tie your business story and message to current events to pitch journalists The long term value of earned media coverage for credibility and SEO vs short term gains from paid social media About Liz NableLiz is a former journalist, helping female founders, start ups and business owners grow leveraging the media and free PR.⭐️ Find out more about Liz at https://www.liznable.com ⭐️ Connect with Liz on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/nablemybusiness⭐️ Connect with Liz on Insta at @liz_nable  Freebies1. Free Checklist Remove The Blocks To Your Success: 10 prompts for effective self coaching!2. Free Guide Manage Your Mindset; Business is a Mind Game, How You Can Play To Win3. Free Clarity Checklist; A Guide To Gaining Focus & Direction In Your Business4. Free Ultimate Productivity Planner; Maximise Your Time & Productivity!  Explore ways to get more of Donna in your worldBook a Free Alignment Call with Donna https://www.donnahann.com/freecallbookingJoin the Regional Business Women's Membership https://www.donnahann.comJoin free facebook group - Regional Business Women's Facebook GroupFind Donna on instagram - @donnahann_coachFind Donna on facebook - @DonnaHannAUSBook Donna To Speak or Emcee At Your Event - https://www.donnahann.com/speakerShare the loveIf you like what you’re hearing on The She's in Business Podcast, support the show by taking a few seconds to leave a rating and/or comment on iTunes, Google or Spotify  

May 20, 202434 min

Ep 124 - Choosing The Ideal Website Platform For Your Business with Charley Ulale

This week we're talking all things websites! I discuss the importance of measuring website metrics like traffic, bounce rate, time on site and conversions over time with my guest Charley Ulale. We explore how business owners can test changes to elements like links, checkout processes and more to track the impact on conversions. Episode highlights include: Key metrics business owners should track like bounce rate and time on site How testing small changes can help identify issues preventing conversions How to implement tracking and testing on your own website     About Charley Ulale I'm Charley, the creative and analytical mind behind the brand and website design agency - Ella Jones Design. I'm here to make sure female founders shine in the digital world. With over 8 years of experience in marketing and design, I've mastered the art of creating designs that not only look amazing, but also help my clients crush their goals. I have worked in boutique agencies, for government organisations and big companies and understand the strategic needs of your business. When I'm not busy designing stunning websites, you can usually find me indulging in a giant cup of coffee or iced latte, running after my two little kids, or curled up watching Netflix. Find out more about Charley at https://ellajonesdesign.com.au/ Connect with Charley on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ellajonesdesign Connect with Charley on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ellajonesdesign/  Freebies1. Free Checklist Remove The Blocks To Your Success: 10 prompts for effective self coaching!2. Free Guide Manage Your Mindset; Business is a Mind Game, How You Can Play To Win3. Free Clarity Checklist; A Guide To Gaining Focus & Direction In Your Business4. Free Ultimate Productivity Planner; Maximise Your Time & Productivity!  Explore ways to get more of Donna in your worldBook a Free Alignment Call with Donna https://www.donnahann.com/freecallbookingJoin the Regional Business Women's Membership https://www.donnahann.comJoin free facebook group - Regional Business Women's Facebook GroupFind Donna on instagram - @donnahann_coachFind Donna on facebook - @DonnaHannAUSBook Donna To Speak or Emcee At Your Event - https://www.donnahann.com/speakerShare the loveIf you like what you’re hearing on The She's in Business Podcast, support the show by taking a few seconds to leave a rating and/or comment on iTunes, Google or Spotify

May 6, 202420 min

Ep 122 - Success Is Your Responsibility

I'm diving into the importance of personal responsibility and accountability for business success. I'll also be sharing insights on cultivating a growth mindset, embracing challenges, and celebrating progress. Episode highlights include: Why taking radical responsibility for your own success is key The importance of active participation and engagement in group coaching programs Developing resilience and maintaining focus on long-term goals How self-awareness and aligning with core values brings ease to your business Tips for maximising the benefits of any coaching program or resources Freebies1. Free Checklist Remove The Blocks To Your Success: 10 prompts for effective self coaching!2. Free Guide Manage Your Mindset; Business is a Mind Game, How You Can Play To Win3. Free Clarity Checklist; A Guide To Gaining Focus & Direction In Your Business4. Free Ultimate Productivity Planner; Maximise Your Time & Productivity!   Explore ways to get more of Donna in your worldBook a Free Alignment Call with Donna https://www.donnahann.com/freecallbookingJoin the Regional Business Women's Membership https://www.donnahann.comJoin free facebook group - Regional Business Women's Facebook GroupFind Donna on instagram - @donnahann_coachFind Donna on facebook - @DonnaHannAUSBook Donna To Speak or Emcee At Your Event - https://www.donnahann.com/speakerShare the loveIf you like what you’re hearing on The She's in Business Podcast, support the show by taking a few seconds to leave a rating and/or comment on iTunes, Google or Spotify

April 29, 202442 min

Ep 121 - Maximising Time and Energy for Business Growth

In this episode, I'm digging into some of the most common challenges with time management and lack of energy that business owners face. I'm giving you actionable strategies for effective time planning, prioritising high-value tasks, leveraging community support, and optimising self-care habits to boost productivity and business growth. Episode Highlights: Use a simple productivity planner to plan your week and reduce overwhelm Prioritise tasks that leverage your strengths and energise you Set boundaries to avoid burnout and create a sustainable work-life blend Leverage a supportive business community for accountability, insights and motivation Control what you can with self-care like sleep, nutrition and exercise for sustained energy Freebies1. Free Checklist Remove The Blocks To Your Success: 10 prompts for effective self coaching!2. Free Guide Manage Your Mindset; Business is a Mind Game, How You Can Play To Win3. Free Clarity Checklist; A Guide To Gaining Focus & Direction In Your Business4. Free Ultimate Productivity Planner; Maximise Your Time & Productivity!   Explore ways to get more of Donna in your worldBook a Free Alignment Call with Donna https://www.donnahann.com/freecallbookingJoin the Regional Business Women's Membership https://www.donnahann.comJoin free facebook group - Regional Business Women's Facebook GroupFind Donna on instagram - @donnahann_coachFind Donna on facebook - @DonnaHannAUSBook Donna To Speak or Emcee At Your Event - https://www.donnahann.com/speakerShare the loveIf you like what you’re hearing on The She's in Business Podcast, support the show by taking a few seconds to leave a rating and/or comment on iTunes, Google or Spotify

April 22, 202417 min

Ep 120 - Regional Networking Secrets: How to build powerful connections when you're not in a major city

I'm sharing my top tips for regional businesswomen to build powerful connections and grow their business through networking. I discuss strategies for overcoming geographical barriers through online networking and making personal connections. You'll also learn how to nurture meaningful relationships and leverage local resources through community involvement. Episode Highlights- Reach out personally online to expand your network beyond your location- Follow up after events to turn connections into relationships- Offer value by generously sharing your knowledge and expertise- Find a hub community for support, collaboration and a sense of belonging- Attend local industry events and business groups for opportunities- Consider starting your own networking event if nothing suits your needs Freebies1. Free Checklist Remove The Blocks To Your Success: 10 prompts for effective self coaching!2. Free Guide Manage Your Mindset; Business is a Mind Game, How You Can Play To Win3. Free Clarity Checklist; A Guide To Gaining Focus & Direction In Your Business4. Free Ultimate Productivity Planner; Maximise Your Time & Productivity!   Explore ways to get more of Donna in your worldBook a Free Alignment Call with Donna https://www.donnahann.com/freecallbookingJoin the Regional Business Women's Membership https://www.donnahann.comJoin free facebook group - Regional Business Women's Facebook GroupFind Donna on instagram - @donnahann_coachFind Donna on facebook - @DonnaHannAUSBook Donna To Speak or Emcee At Your Event - https://www.donnahann.com/speakerShare the loveIf you like what you’re hearing on The She's in Business Podcast, support the show by taking a few seconds to leave a rating and/or comment on iTunes, Google or Spotify

April 15, 202450 min

Ep 119 - Building Your Personal Brand with Claire Miles

I'm delighted to be interviewing photographer and personal branding expert Claire Miles. Claire shares her journey of pivoting her photography business during COVID and opening her own studio space. She discusses the importance of personal branding for businesses and optimising photos in Canva. Claire will also be presenting a masterclass for the Regional Business Women's membership on boosting creativity and efficiency in Canva. Episode Highlights Personal branding through visuals like photos has become essential for businesses to build trust and human connection online. Canva is a powerful yet easy-to-use tool for creating consistent branding assets and social media content quickly. Having photos professionally taken and developing a visual brand can take your business to the next level and open new opportunities. Working with a business coach can help turn ideas into reality through strategic planning and accountability. About Claire Miles Claire offers personal branding design and photography for women in business who are ready to shine online but just need that extra confidence to make it happen. Whether you need a full personal branding shoot, a new logo, social media templates, a website landing page, or the whole lot, Claire can make it happen. "With over twenty years of experience in the photography and graphic design industries, I know a thing or two about creating beautiful and engaging visual brands. But it’s not just about that, for me it’s about getting to know your unique talents, gifts and personality, so I can help these shine through in your images and branding. And I can promise you we’ll have a whole lot of fun along the way - because I love a good laugh, a good coffee and some good banter." Find out more about Claire at https://oakstreetcreativeco.com/  Follow Claire on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/oakstreetcreativeco/  Freebies1. Free Checklist Remove The Blocks To Your Success: 10 prompts for effective self coaching! 2. Free Guide Manage Your Mindset; Business is a Mind Game, How You Can Play To Win3. Free Clarity Checklist; A Guide To Gaining Focus & Direction In Your Business3. Free Ultimate Productivity Planner; Maximise Your Time & Productivity!   Explore ways to get more of Donna in your worldBook a Free Alignment Call with Donna https://www.donnahann.com/freecallbookingJoin the Regional Business Women's Membership https://www.donnahann.comJoin free facebook group - Regional Business Women's Facebook GroupFind Donna on instagram - @donnahann_coachFind Donna on facebook - @DonnaHannAUSBook Donna To Speak or Emcee At Your Event - https://www.donnahann.com/speakerShare the loveIf you like what you’re hearing on The She's in Business Podcast, support the show by taking a few seconds to leave a rating and/or comment on iTunes, Google or Spotify

April 8, 202425 min

Ep118 - Remove Your Blocks To Success with Self Coaching Questions

I'm sharing a powerful coaching technique to help listeners overcome limiting beliefs like "I'm not good enough" that could be holding you back in business. Through thought-provoking questions, you'll be guided to identify and challenge negative thought patterns, build self-belief, and remove internal blocks. I also share how I use this technique in my private coaching practice to help female entrepreneurs accelerate business growth by strengthening their mindset. Episode Highlights A 10-step coaching technique to overcome self-doubt and negative self-talk Questions to analyse the truth and impact of limiting beliefs Examples of how self-doubt shows up and holds people back Identifying accomplishments to prove one's self-worth The importance of mindset work alongside business strategy Freebies1. Free Checklist Remove The Blocks To Your Success: 10 prompts for effective self coaching! 2. Free Guide Manage Your Mindset; Business is a Mind Game, How You Can Play To Win3. Free Clarity Checklist; A Guide To Gaining Focus & Direction In Your Business3. Free Ultimate Productivity Planner; Maximise Your Time & Productivity!   Explore ways to get more of Donna in your worldBook a Free Alignment Call with Donna https://www.donnahann.com/freecallbookingJoin the Regional Business Women's Membership https://www.donnahann.comJoin free facebook group - Regional Business Women's Facebook GroupFind Donna on instagram - @donnahann_coachFind Donna on facebook - @DonnaHannAUSBook Donna To Speak or Emcee At Your Event - https://www.donnahann.com/speakerShare the loveIf you like what you’re hearing on The She's in Business Podcast, support the show by taking a few seconds to leave a rating and/or comment on iTunes, Google or Spotify

March 18, 202444 min

Ep 117 - Marketing for Regional Businesses with Erika McInernie

I'm sitting down with regional marketing expert Erika McInerney to discuss leveraging social media platforms specifically for small businesses in rural areas. Erika shares over 20 years of experience helping regional business owners navigate the ever-changing landscape of social media marketing.Learn tips for choosing the right platforms, organic reach strategies, closing the expectation gap, and more! Episode Highlights Focus on business goals, audience and resources when selecting social media platforms Use platforms strategically to attract and nurture audiences through different content types Leverage local Facebook groups to build relationships and visibility Ensure marketing matches promised customer experience to avoid disappointment Treat each person on social media as a human, not a number Find out more about Erika at https://www.macandernie.com.au Connect with Erika on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/macandernie Connect with Erika on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mac_ernie  Join the Regional Business Women's Membership before 5pm 22nd March 2024 to get extra bonuses and to lock in the founding members price! www.donnahann.com/success  Freebies1. Free Guide Manage Your Mindset; Business is a Mind Game, How You Can Play To Win2. Free Clarity Checklist; A Guide To Gaining Focus & Direction In Your Business3. Free Ultimate Productivity Planner; Maximise Your Time & Productivity! Explore ways to get more of Donna in your worldBook a Free Alignment Call with Donna https://www.donnahann.com/freecallbookingJoin the Regional Business Women's Membership https://www.donnahann.comJoin free facebook group - Regional Business Women's Facebook GroupFind Donna on instagram - @donnahann_coachFind Donna on facebook - @DonnaHannAUSBook Donna To Speak or Emcee At Your Event - https://www.donnahann.com/speakerShare the loveIf you like what you’re hearing on The She's in Business Podcast, support the show by taking a few seconds to leave a rating and/or comment on iTunes, Google or Spotify

March 11, 202450 min

Ep116 - Backing yourself; If not now...When?? Featuring Belinda Moss & Louise Parker

This week I had the pleasure of interviewing two founding members of The Regional Business Women's membership program to discuss their business journeys and the value of community. Louise Parker from CVs by Louise shares her resume writing business story, while Belinda Moss from Writey-Oh discusses starting her calligraphy business. They explore challenges of entrepreneurship and self-doubt, and how the membership has helped them through masterclasses, planning, and networking. Episode Highlights: How to overcome imposter syndrome and lack of confidence as a business owner Benefits and challenges of running a business in a regional area Importance of getting out in your community to market and grow your business Profit First methodology and how it can improve business finances Value of a supportive business community for learning, planning and opportunities Find out more about Louise Parker at: https://www.cvsbylouise.com.au/ Find out more about Belinda Moss at: https://www.writeyoh.com.au/    Join the Regional Business Women's Membership before 5pm 22nd March 2024 to get extra bonuses and to lock in the founding members price! www.donnahann.com/success  Freebies1. Free Guide Manage Your Mindset; Business is a Mind Game, How You Can Play To Win2. Free Clarity Checklist; A Guide To Gaining Focus & Direction In Your Business3. Free Ultimate Productivity Planner; Maximise Your Time & Productivity! Explore ways to get more of Donna in your worldBook a Free Alignment Call with Donna https://www.donnahann.com/freecallbookingJoin the Regional Business Women's Membership https://www.donnahann.comJoin free facebook group - Regional Business Women's Facebook GroupFind Donna on instagram - @donnahann_coachFind Donna on facebook - @DonnaHannAUSBook Donna To Speak or Emcee At Your Event - https://www.donnahann.com/speakerShare the loveIf you like what you’re hearing on The She's in Business Podcast, support the show by taking a few seconds to leave a rating and/or comment on iTunes, Google or Spotify

March 4, 202445 min

Ep 115 - All The Social Secrets! With Maree Sortino

This week I'm interviewing social media expert Maree Sortino to discuss the latest social media strategies and tips for regional business owners. Maree shares insights on creating engaging video content, using trending audio effectively, and developing a comprehensive social media planning strategy.  Episode Highlights Use the first 1.3-3 seconds of reels to capture viewers' attention Include a clear call to action within the reel itself Authentically represent your business and target audience in video content Experiment with trending audio only if it resonates with your audience Develop distinct hashtags tailored to each social media post Leverage AI tools to generate captions while maintaining your brand voice Implement a content planning process to inform your social media strategy EPISODE LINKS Get Maree's Social Media Planning Toolkit: https://courses.thesocialsecret.com.au/the-ultimate-social-media-planning-toolkit   Find out more about Maree and The Social Secret at https://www.thesocialsecret.com.au/  Follow Maree on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/the_social_secret/  Join the early bird Waitlist to get extra bonuses and founding members price when you join the Regional Business Women's Membership. Prices going up 23th March 2024: www.donnahann.com/earlybird3-day Biz Growth Accelerator Free Coaching & Training with Donna Register for Donna's Free Coaching & Training 3-day Biz Growth Accelerator www.donnahann.com/bizgrowthFREEBIES Free Guide Manage Your Mindset; Business is a Mind Game, How You Can Play To Win Free Clarity Checklist; A Guide To Gaining Focus & Direction In Your Business Free Ultimate Productivity Planner; Maximise Your Time & Productivity! Explore ways to get more of Donna in your world Book a Free Alignment Call with Donna https://www.donnahann.com/freecallbooking Join the Regional Business Women's Membership https://www.donnahann.com Join free facebook group - Regional Business Women's Facebook Group Find Donna on instagram - @donnahann_coach Find Donna on facebook - @DonnaHannAUS Book Donna To Speak or Emcee At Your Event - https://www.donnahann.com/speaker Share the love If you like what you’re hearing on The She's in Business Podcast, support the show by taking a few seconds to leave a rating and/or comment on iTunes, Google or Spotify