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Scale Your Small BusinessPersonal Branding with Jeremy WeberThanks for joining us on the Scale Your Small Business Podcast with your host, Jillian Flodstrom! Today, we’re with Jeremy Weber, founding member and Director of Strategist & Partner Relations at Brand Builders Group. Over his 15-year career, he has founded, sold, and helped to grow multiple companies but now focuses on building personal brands. His work has supported New York Times bestselling authors, celebrity influencers, a Shark Tank investor, and 7-figure entrepreneurs across many industries. Jill and Jeremy discuss what a personal brand really is. It’s simple, Jeremy says, it’s ‘you.’ You are good at...
2022-08-2537 minScale Your Small BusinessTackling "The Mess"Today on the Scale Your Small Business Podcast, we’re diving into something we all deal with but somehow always want to ignore: our messes. That big pile of everything sitting in the corner of your room that you walk by every day is certainly daunting, but Jill is going to break down how she tackles “Monica’s Closet.” First thing’s first: get rid of any trash. Coffee cups, wrappers, or even old paperwork that you know you don’t need to have on hand anymore. Get the easy stuff out of the way so you can dive into...
2022-06-0212 minScale Your Small BusinessVision BoardingToday on the Scale Your Small Business Podcast with Jillian Flodstrom, Jill is breaking down vision boarding. Making a vision board can be fun, it can also be very inspiring for your business, and it can keep you laser-focused on your goals. Often, entrepreneurs don't allow themselves to dream and get bogged down in the day-to-day slog of it all. Let’s calm that chaos. First things first: a vision board can be whatever you want it to be. It can be the traditional, large poster style board, it could be purely digital visualization, it coul...
2022-05-2608 min
The Influential Personal Brand PodcastJill Flodstrom Recap: Highlights from the InterviewWhether you’ve created it consciously or not, as a small business owner you already have a personal brand. In today’s episode, you’ll get a short recap of AJ’s conversation with Jill Flodstrom, a Small Business Strategist, Speaker, and Serial Entrepreneur. Jill has built five different booming businesses in three separate industries and is passionate about sharing what she’s learned throughout her career with other small business owners. Tune in to hear AJ reflect on some of Jill’s most incisive advice, from how to simplify your business and create more time, to why you should hire...
2022-04-2211 minThe Influential Personal Brand PodcastBuilding Your Personal Brand as a Small Business OwnerIf you’re a small business owner who is unsure about whether they should be concentrating on building a personal brand, then this episode is for you! Our guest today, Jillian Flodstrom, is a Small Business Strategist, Speaker, and serial entrepreneur who has built five different booming businesses in three separate industries. Her latest venture is called Scale Your Small Business and is the result of all the lessons she’s learned throughout her career. In our conversation, we discuss the chaos and overwhelm that many small business owners experience, how to revolutionize your operations, and some of the firs...
2022-04-1936 minScale Your Small BusinessMaximizing Your Unique EnergyToday on the Scale Your Small Business Podcast, your host Jillian Flodstrom is sitting down with Jill Sussman, owner of Sky Realty, where she helps people build wealth and legacy through real estate. Jill found her passion for reality as a 13-year-old child while going around looking for houses as her parents went through a divorce. She found joy in imagining her life in these places but at the same time, her parents taught her the in’s and out’s of finances and things that may be off-limits to other kids at that age. She st...
2021-09-0721 minScale Your Small BusinessThe Importance of ContractsWelcome back to the Scale Your Small Business Podcast with your host, Jillian Flodstrom. Today, Jillian is diving into an incredibly important subject for a business owner of any size, but especially one that’s looking to grow, scale, and thrive. We’re talking about contracts--why they’re important, how to make sure you’re going through the process properly, and what to look out for. On a personal side, Jill has had a first-hand experience with the importance of contracts. She was in business with her former business partner for over 10 years. She’d invested her...
2021-08-2608 minScale Your Small BusinessFinding The Hero Within w/ James GardinerThanks for tuning into the Scale Your Small Business Podcast with your host, Jillian Flodstrom! Today’s an exciting day, as we’re welcoming our first guest to the show. Joining us this week is James Gardiner, he’s a high-performance athlete who helps entrepreneurs face their challenges, uncover their secret sauce, and help their lives and businesses thrive. This week, he’s breaking down his success and how he uses Conscious Leadership to help people find theirs. James first found his interest in helping entrepreneurs achieve because he saw the similarities between his own, competitiv...
2021-08-1029 minScale Your Small BusinessOur One Year Anniversary: What’s NextWe’ve officially made it to “halftime” here on the Scale Your Small Business Podcast. That’s right, this is episode 52 and we’re celebrating the one-year anniversary of the show. It’s been an incredible journey and we can’t wait to share with you what’s coming next -- we'll be talking with our upcoming podcast guests about topics you care about most. Stay tuned to hear from some of the brightest minds in business. Jill is excited to share with you a mix of systems and processes that she uses daily with all their informa...
2021-08-0503 minScale Your Small BusinessThe Get Clear SystemThis week, Jillian is tackling overwhelm. So many people are finding themselves with too much on their plate, not enough hours in the day, and become paralyzed by the number of tasks that pile up, seemingly out of nowhere. But, there is light at the end of the tunnel, and today we’re talking about systems that can get you through your day. Before we dive into Jill’s Get Clear System, it’s always important to remind ourselves that ‘no.’ is a complete sentence all by itself. Not every ‘no’ needs an explanation. The fi...
2021-06-1708 minScale Your Small BusinessHiring with IntentionWelcome back to the Scale Your Small Business Podcast with your host, Jillian Flodstrom. If you’ve been a solo entrepreneur for any amount of time, you probably know that you need help. Everybody tells you that you need help, but you have no idea who this first person that you should hire, what they should do, who they should be, maybe even what to look for. Today, we’re answering the question: who should be my first hire? Hiring can be emotionally draining. It can also be expensive. You want to make sure that you f...
2021-02-2508 minScale Your Small BusinessEmpowering Your Evening RoutineTitle: Empowering Your Evening Routine Quotes from this episode “The entire day can go by, you fall into bed exhausted and you're like, "What did I get done? What happened today?" “I'm a growly bear if I don't get enough sleep.” “Sometimes my brain is going a million miles an hour, so I always have a journal by my bed too so if there's something that I think of in the middle of the night, I will write that down.” “Getting slee...
2021-02-1806 minScale Your Small BusinessJumpstarting Your Morning Routine On this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about morning routines. We’ll take a step by step walkthrough of Jillian’s process in the morning and how each aspect brings something new, productive, and effective to the table. With the right tools and the right mentality, you can set yourself up for a good day, every day. Start your day early--Jill wakes up at 5:45 to get her routine started. If you’re not used to waking up that early, or you find yourself clinging to your bedspread in the cold morning, chec...
2021-02-1109 minScale Your Small BusinessElevate Your To-Do List w/ the Kanban Board Today, we’re taking a look at a super useful tool that helps you visualize your work, limit your work in progress, and maximize your efficiency. The Kanban Board is an organizational poster-style home for your tasks, projects, and important reminders. A simple, three-sectioned board divided into quarterly goals. If you’re looking for a way to keep your eyes on the prize, this is the way to go. The Kanban Board’s three columns use Post-it notes--to-do, doing, and done. On each post-it note, you’re going to put whatever it is that you th...
2021-02-0409 minScale Your Small BusinessMeeting With Your Team: Communication is everything The question we’re answering today is this: how often should you meet with your team? It can be difficult to balance over and undermanaging, and thinking about team-meetings can be overwhelming. How much is too much? What is too little? What other forms of communication work? Let’s dive into today’s episode and find out. Jill’s team meets once a week. She feels like this is a good balance of checking on what happened last week and also getting ready for the week coming up. But that doesn’t mean they don’t us...
2021-01-2704 minScale Your Small BusinessWhen to Invest in TechToday's question is this: when do I know the right time to invest in technology? There are certain things that can make my life easier, but those come with a pretty hefty cost. So if you’re evaluating if it's worth it to get that technology, tune in to hear Jill’s process on determining what to spend money on. The first step is obvious: do your research. Consider what problems this piece of technology or program solves for you. Does it solve more than one problem? Is there a system that you’re currently using tha...
2021-01-0709 minScale Your Small BusinessMaximizing Your Budget Today, the question Jill’s answering on the podcast is “"How do I create a monthly budget?” This is an essential task that is going to benefit you in the long run. How do you prepare for slower months? How do you maximize a smaller budget? How can we make our money do push-ups? This week, we’re digging into everything budgets. First things first: it’s time to print out the last three months (at least) of bank statements from all of your accounts. Get these organized by month so you can start to break them down...
2020-12-3111 minScale Your Small BusinessKeeping Track of Your PrioritiesHow do we keep track of our priorities? How do we know what we should be prioritizing in the first place? Are there places you can make those priorities more efficient? These are all questions Jill is tackling in today’s episode. Making your business run smoothly while maintaining your sanity is essential. Let’s break down how you can do just that. First things first: organize your task list and identify things that will take you two minutes or less. This time is longer than it seems with it’s hyper-focused. You’d be surprised...
2020-12-2405 minScale Your Small BusinessStaying At The Front of Your Client’s MindThis week, the question Jill is answering is an important one: how can we stay at the top of an ideal client’s mind? Sales are like dating. You wouldn't go on a first date with someone and say, "Hey, do you want to marry me?" The process is more similar than you think! Today, we’re breaking down what you can do to make a sale naturally. Selling is a sensitive, relationship-driven process. Everyone has gotten those super aggressive LinkedIn messages that are just “Hey! Here’s what I’m selling!” without any context or conversatio...
2020-12-1710 minScale Your Small BusinessCommunication: The Key to SuccessOn this week’s episode of the Scale Your Small Business podcast, Jill is breaking down how best to communicate with your team. In today’s working climate, there’s a good chance your team is spread across the globe. When you have so many moving parts in so many places, it’s absolutely essential that your communications are down-pat. First thing’s first: the cleanest, fastest, most efficient way to fire off a quick message or question is a program called Slack. This is a free communication platform that, when things get nuts towards the end of a...
2020-12-1007 minScale Your Small BusinessAccounting Made Easy Today's question is, when is the right time to choose accounting software? And when should you hire an accountant? And the answer is now. If you have not chosen accounting software or don’t have an accountant just yet, the time has come. In this week’s episode, Jill is digging into all things money management. There are many things that can make your life easier as a small business owner. One of those all-important things is accounting software. Jill uses Quickbooks Online, which she has found smooths out the accounting process and makes t...
2020-12-0310 minScale Your Small BusinessThe Mentality of SavingSaving is an essential practice for businesses of every size. But it can be hard! The benefits of saving are monumental, and the downsides of doing it improperly can be crippling. Debt, business expenses, and other costs can add up. So, how do we get ahead? Today, Jill is breaking down her tips for saving. There are certain priorities when it comes to saving and paying off essential expenses. Firstly, if you have debt, then it’s crucial to pay that off first. However, there are ways to shave off percentages of your profit and tax...
2020-11-2609 minScale Your Small BusinessGrowing Your Team with IntentionWelcome back to the Scale your Small Business Podcast with your host, Jillian Flodstrom! Today’s topic is hiring. How do you know when it’s time to bring someone on? How do you navigate the budget around that? What roles would you hire for? All of these questions can be overwhelming, but in today’s episode, Jill is breaking down the basics. Jill’s first tip when it comes to hiring new team members is to start with an extensive list. On this list, you’re going to want to include everything that a hire would b...
2020-11-1908 minScale Your Small BusinessSocial Media and YouToday’s question is a big one: where do I start when it comes to social media? This is a major player in today’s game, especially as a small business owner. If you’re looking to get more visible, attract clients, and build a community around your brand, social platforms are the place to be. But, how can we overcome the pitfalls that come with it? In what ways can we maximize our impact and outreach with this incredible tool? Jill’s breaking that down and more in this week’s episode. Social media is everywhe...
2020-11-1211 minScale Your Small BusinessOptimize Your WorkspaceShow Notes A clear and clean working space is an essential part of the work that you do. Having a place that is free of clutter allows you to think clearly, stay focused, and get things done. But this begs the question: how do you get started? If you know anything about Jill, you know that she is an organizational fanatic. Today, she’s breaking down how to optimize your workspace. First things first: it can be overwhelming to tackle your entire house at once. Start small! Especially if this is your...
2020-10-2206 minScale Your Small BusinessSetting Up Your Future SelfWe’ve all been there--it’s a Monday, you’re still easing into the week ahead, and suddenly you get to your desk and there are 500 things you had forgotten about, things that came up at the last moment, and even more things that just need your attention now. It can be overwhelming and can start you out on the wrong foot for the rest of the week. Today, we’re going to talk about how we can get ahead of that feeling and set ourselves up for a smooth, productive start to your workday. The name...
2020-10-1507 minScale Your Small BusinessTaming Your InboxFor many of us, there is an untamed beast that lives in our computers--it’s our inbox. Organizing your email can be a daunting task, especially if you’re sitting on 54,000 read, unread, drafted, spam, and otherwise out of control bits of correspondence. If you’re looking to calm that chaos, here are a few helpful tips that can get that little red number down to zero. Today, we’re going to be using Gmail. Of course, there are other email platforms, but this one is widely available and easy to use. Here’s the...
2020-10-0809 minScale Your Small BusinessSystems To Maximize Your DayThere are plenty of ways to keep your day on track. Planning takes effort and can end up being a big part of your week. Making sure everything is laid out is the first step in having a productive day. Today, we’re going to talk about a few different strategies you can use to point yourself in a direction, hit your goals, and calm the chaos. First, let’s talk about using paper planning systems. Spiral-bound, ring-bound, and O-ring wiring are all great options for a planner, the point is that you use the one th...
2020-10-0108 minScale Your Small BusinessProject Planning 101Today on the Scale your Small Business podcast, we’re talking about project planning! It can be easy to get lost in the chaos these days. With everything going on in the world right now, sometimes keeping track of your projects--what they are, when they should be finished, who is working on them--can be especially difficult. But there are methods and practices you can use right now that will help you get a good grip on your schedule. Jill’s first tip is to have a centralized location for all of your projects and what comes...
2020-09-2405 minScale Your Small BusinessKeeping Your Data SafeImagine this: you’ve poured hours upon hours in a project--blood, sweat, and tears went into this thing you’ve worked so hard on. You’re proud of it and ready to share it with the world! Then suddenly, it goes missing--your computer crashes, your laptop falls off the desk, your phone drops into the toilet. You guessed it, today on the Scale Your Small Business Podcast, we’re talking about data and how you can keep it safe. Because it’s not an “if” but a “when.” Jill has had her fair share of scare and unfortunate losses...
2020-09-1707 minScale Your Small BusinessBreaking Down Bank AccountsOn today’s show, we’re talking about a critical, preparatory step you should be taking for your business. We’re breaking down financial planning for the slow season. Right now, COVID-19 is impacting organizations and institutions across all industries, and it’s important that you’re prepared to handle whatever challenges the Coronavirus throws at you. Jill talks about the methodology she follows, the accounts and percentages she uses, as well as some good habits she’s developed over the years. The first resource Jill recommends is a book (or audiobook if you’re like Jill) is “...
2020-09-1009 minScale Your Small BusinessThe Power of DelegationToday’s topic is something you probably know you need to do, especially if you’re a high-achiever. On this episode, we’re breaking down delegation--how we can train, educate, and empower our team to tackle tasks with the same intensity and passion you bring to the table. Being able to trust someone to accomplish assignments frees you up physically and mentally to focus on the things that are most important to you. Jill’s first tip is to build a ScreenFlow Library. ScreenFlow records your screen while you talk through what you’re doing. This is a gr...
2020-09-0309 minScale Your Small BusinessFacilitating FocusThanks for tuning in to Episode 3 of the Scale Your Small Business Podcast with your host, Jillian Flodstrom! This week’s topic is handling distraction--something we all deal with (some of us more than others!) and a subject that can make or break your workday. Do you find yourself jumping from task to task? Struggling to get a project started--finished? Tune in to hear Jill share some of her best tips, tools, and strategies you can use TODAY to maximize your effort. Jillian’s first tool is something surprisingly simple that we often overlook or take f...
2020-08-2707 minScale Your Small BusinessProtecting You and Your Business from HackersIt's the premiere episode of the Scale Your Small Business Podcast with your host, Jillian Flodstrom. Today, we’re talking about something many people have experienced at least once in their lives, and something Jillian herself had to deal with recently. We’re tackling the topic of hacking. What are the warning signs? What can we do if it happens to us? How can we protect ourselves? Just like anything bad that happens, it rears its ugly head when you least expect it. A few years ago, Jillian experienced a data breach, which eventually ended up lea...
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Superhuman Selling42 - Scaling Your Small Business w/ Jill FlodstromThanks for tuning into the Instant Impact podcast with your host, Elyse Archer. Today’s guest is someone defines what this podcast is all about--making a great impact in less time. Jill Flodstrom is a seven-figure entrepreneur and has started 5 businesses in three industries. She’s a systems and scaling master and a guru at everything organization. She shares her own system plus her top tips for anyone looking to scale, delegate, or systemize their business at any level. Jill’s story is remarkable--after a car accident left her with a concussion, she was only able to work for an hour at...
2020-01-0727 minSuperhuman Selling42 - Scaling Your Small Business w/ Jill FlodstromThanks for tuning into the Instant Impact podcast with your host, Elyse Archer. Today’s guest is someone defines what this podcast is all about--making a great impact in less time. Jill Flodstrom is a seven-figure entrepreneur and has started 5 businesses in three industries. She’s a systems and scaling master and a guru at everything organization. She shares her own system plus her top tips for anyone looking to scale, delegate, or systemize their business at any level. Jill’s story is remarkable--after a car accident left her with a concussion, she was only able to work for an hour at...
2020-01-0727 min