Best Businessimprovement Podcasts (2024)

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235: Four Years In: What’s Next for the improve it! Podcast, and How Can We Continue to Improve and Inspire You? 28:40

9h ago28:40

28:40

Picture this: Erin sitting on a porch with a chicken on a laptop in the heat of the pandemic, asking herself how she was going to start a podcast. Yup, that’s the improve it! Podcast’s origin story and Erin is here today to tell you the tale. In today’s episode, Erin shares the logistics behind starting a podcast, the mistakes that she made so you …

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Mental Health Is Something You Do feat. Shannen Cooper 28:20

6h ago28:20

28:20

Learn how to implement daily practices that support your mental health. Mental health, which governs our emotions, thoughts, and social interactions, influences how we feel and handle situations. Maintaining it can be challenging, especially during hard times. This guide provides practical methods to handle these periods and promote mental health, …

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234: Tiffany Sauder on Dual Career Families: Can You Really Have It All Without Sacrificing What Matters Most? 44:39

1d ago44:39

44:39

What does laundry have to do with giving yourself the space to love & serve and not just do? An awful lot, according to CEO, Keynote Speaker, and Scared Confident Podcast Host, Tiffany Sauder. Tiffany is an expert in how to actually live your existence, not just manage it. She helps high-achievers have a space where they can love and serve, not jus…

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How You Can Make Estimating Easier feat. Michael Read 23:22

9d ago23:22

23:22

Learn how V2E revolutionises building estimates As builders, we've all faced late nights wrestling with estimates, drowning in spreadsheets, and wondering if there's a better way. Well, V2E is here to say, "There is." V2E stands out by not just crunching numbers but by bringing projects to life with 3D modelling, offering a level of clarity and eff…

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233: In a World Filled with Distractions, How Can You Live with an Expansive Mind? Nate Klemp Answers 43:48

9d ago43:48

43:48

Nate Klemp, PhD, is a writer, philosopher, and entrepreneur. Most recently, Nate is the author of the new book OPEN: Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World. The book explores how screen addiction and political polarization have closed the modern mind. Using new science, age-old practices, and life experiments, Open investigates tools w…

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How To Pick The Exact Right Builder feat. Rebeka Morgan 25:12

10d ago25:12

25:12

Learn how to revolutionise building through women's leadership Men usually dominate the building industry, but we are now witnessing an increase in the number of women making their mark. They often face unique challenges but offer exciting opportunities in the builder's industry. It's all about combining practical tips with understanding the emotio…

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232: Are You Missing Out on Team Building Opportunities? Discover the Power of a Leadership Book Club 19:54

16d ago19:54

19:54

Yes, you know what book clubs are. You’ve seen them in action, been a part of them, maybe even organized them on your own. But what if we told you that a book club was how improve it! began? In today’s episode, Erin tells the story of the book club she joined early in her career and how the first book they read changed her life and helped her build…

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231: Ready to Negotiate Like a Pro in High-Stake Conversations? Tune in with FBI Insider Chris Voss 45:35

29d ago45:35

45:35

Chris Voss worked as a Supervisory Special Agent for the FBI, specializing in negotiation. Now Chris is the World's #1 Negotiation Coach, Keynote Speaker, Bestselling Author of Never Split The Difference, and CEO at The Black Swan Group, Ltd. In today’s episode, Erin and Chris discuss identification versus feeling when it comes to empathy, the powe…

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230: Ready to Land Your Dream Job? Matthew Sorensen Shares Insider Tips 52:23

1M ago52:23

52:23

Matthew Sorensen is the Creator/Host of The Job Interview Experience podcast. An expert in his field, Matthew is going to share everything you need to know from the perspective of the next person who’s recruiting you for your dream job. In today’s episode, Erin and Matthew discuss how to say no at the right times because you know what you’re worth,…

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My Body Is Falling Apart feat. Olly Wood 29:00

1M ago29:00

29:00

Learn how to reset your body and mind for holistic health wellness One of our Builders Business Blackbelt members shared that he built his business in such a way that he doesn’t have any time freedom, and it’s exhausting his body. It’s not a good situation for anybody. This episode touches on the topic of taking care of your body and how to do that…

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229: Can a Leadership Book Change Your Team's Culture? A Sneak Peek into Our Virtual Book Club 20:00

1M ago20:00

20:00

As leaders, what if we thought about hitting key life metrics as much as we think about hitting key performance metrics? Sure, we want sales and production to increase, but we also want to see our teammates going to that pottery class after work because they have the capacity to do so, and because they want to do it. In today’s episode, Erin gives …

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You're Doing Way More Than You Need To feat. James Buchanan 27:53

1M ago27:53

27:53

Learn how to use automation to enhance client communication Automation is a fundamental component of contemporary company operations. Businesses may streamline workflows, improve reaction times, and provide customised interactions at scale by implementing automation tools and techniques. Learning the art of automation enables businesses to accompli…

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228: Ever Wonder How to Master Storytelling? Ready for James Ontra’s Jaw-Dropping Presentation Tips? 43:10

1M ago43:10

43:10

James Ontra is the CEO and Co-Founder of Shufflrr. Shufflrr is AI Presentation Management, and gives users a fast, easy way to create and share a presentation. James joins Erin today to discuss the key components to every great presentation, why emotion is your most vital asset, and the difference between knowing the what of what you’re presenting …

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227: Imposter Syndrome Got You Down? Get On the Up with Jule Kim 48:05

2M ago48:05

48:05

Jule Kim is an Executive Leadership Coach, imposter syndrome expert, and keynote speaker. Jule joins Erin today to discuss what we think imposter syndrome is versus what it actually is, the differences between imposter syndrome and people pleasing, and why her biggest lesson is to get your head on straight before you do anything. If you’re up for s…

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Saving Money and Time Through Simplified Systems feat. James Brown 29:57

2M ago29:57

29:57

Learn how to maximise time and money for efficiency Businesses that have the systems and processes in the heads of the owner or even the people involved tend to struggle and find it quite difficult. Whereas if we get the systems and processes out so everyone can see them contribute to them, follow them, measure them, refine them. The business seems…

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226: Want to Know My Author Story? Here’s How I Was Guided to Write My Book 28:22

2M ago28:22

28:22

In today’s episode, Erin tells you about the three P’s (pivoting, people-pleasing, and pain) that she experienced as the pandemic began in 2020, and how the tools and strategies she developed in her healing cocoon led her to the message she received to write her first book. Erin explains how you can look to every external source you want to, but th…

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The Simplest Way To Buy Back Your Time feat. James Russell 30:02

2M ago30:02

30:02

Learn how to optimise every minute for maximum profit Time freedom is the golden ticket. When we focus on adding value and streamlining, we're not just making more money—we're gaining precious time. One way we can achieve this is by hiring virtual assistants or VAs. Another is strategically simplifying our operations. These can be a game-changer in…

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225: Want to Write a Book? Success Secrets from My Publisher & Editor Tess Newton 41:06

2M ago41:06

41:06

Tess Newton is an Editorial Lead at Greenleaf Book Group, where she uses her love of words to transform manuscripts from a wide variety of genres—business, self-help, memoir, fiction, health—into polished, professional books. In today’s episode, Tess joins Erin to talk about the publishing process for Erin’s book that’s launching on February 20th (…

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Converting Leads Into A+ Quality Clients feat. Richard Armstrong 27:51

2M ago27:51

27:51

Learn how to extract value and ensure client fit Builders face numerous challenges when accurately qualifying clients, often struggling to grasp their needs and aspirations. Effective communication and problem-solving play crucial roles in overcoming these obstacles. However, builders have ample opportunities to improve their processes and build tr…

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224: How Do You Get Struck with Your Own Passion? John Miles Tells All 51:48

2M ago51:48

51:48

John Miles is the Founder & CEO of Passion Struck, Podcast Host, Keynote Speaker, Author, and Navy Veteran. In today’s episode, John joins Erin to talk about the differences between your actual self, ought self, and ideal self; why he felt numb when he was at the height of his career; and what it means to pursue your passion versus a profession. Jo…

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Money Mindset and Efficient Management feat. Terry Tran 29:52

3M ago29:52

29:52

Learn the foundation of money management for financial freedom Before we start, I want to talk about an event. Our return guest, Terry Tran, is putting on an event. It’s going to be on Tuesday, the 13th of February, kicking off at 7:20 in the evening. When you attend this session, you’ll learn how to create off-business wealth safely, regardless of…

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223: How Do You Stand in Your Power to Draw Others In? Protect Your Vibes with Rita Buck 43:28

3M ago43:28

43:28

Rita Buck is a certified sound bath instructor and brand ambassador for Erin Diehl. In today’s episode, improve it!’s Marketing Manager, Nicole Entzeroth, talks with Rita about how the only two things you can control are your attitude and your effort, the guilt we carry to “brighten each other up,” and why you should be asking for help as a leader.…

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No More BAS Stress feat. Angus Morrison 21:13

3M ago21:13

21:13

Learn to streamline BAS processes and overcome financial strain BAS, or Business Activity Statement, is a tax reporting requirement for businesses in Australia. It’s a way for businesses to report their goods and services tax (GST) obligations, as well as other taxes like pay-as-you-go (PAYG) withholding and fringe benefits tax (FBT). BAS payments …

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222: Are You Ready to Stop Playing Small? Discover these Game-Changing Strategies to Elevate Your Leadership Presence 25:27

3M ago25:27

25:27

You know what limiting beliefs, not going after your dreams, and the fear of failure have in common? Playing small. Then maybe talking yourself out of it for a bit. And then playing small again. In today’s episode, Erin walks you two activities from one of her dear friends that will help you set the tone for the year, get specific about what it is …

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221: Dissecting Perfectly Hidden Depression? Here Are the Secrets to Healing with Dr. Margaret Rutherford 47:01

3M ago47:01

47:01

Dr. Margaret Rutherford is celebrating her 30th year as a psychologist in a private clinical practice that she loves in Fayetteville, Arkansas. In 2014, Dr. Margaret published an article on The Huffington Post that went viral. That article evolved into Perfectly Hidden Depression, Dr. Margaret’s debut novel which focuses on how destructive perfecti…

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Are You Minding Your Mind? feat. Jerome Lemarque 28:43

3M ago28:43

28:43

Learn how to unleash the power of mind management There's a transformative impact of managing one's mind in achieving high performance and fulfilment. It involves a lot of things, such as taking personal responsibility, emphasising the power of consistency, organising psychology, and balancing masculine and feminine energy. We need to help individu…

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220: Which Core Values Help You Hire and Retain Top Talent? 22:22

3M ago22:22

22:22

As leaders we hear and think about core values more often than not, but do we actually know strategies to create the most aligned set of core values for ourselves and our teams? In today’s episode, Erin walks you through two activities from her newest book I See You!, to create your own set of core values solo and create your team’s set of core val…

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The Best Way To Invest In Real Estate. Ask Who Not How feat. Mark Creedon 27:54

4M ago27:54

27:54

Find out how to make your money work for you in real estate Happy New Year, dear listeners! Wishing you a year filled with abundance, growth, and success. Get ready for an exciting journey ahead as we make 2024 our best year yet! Surround yourself with the right professionals and experts to successfully maximise your real estate investment potentia…

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219: Crave Purpose in Your Life and Career? Rha Goddess Tells All 44:16

4M ago44:16

44:16

Rha Goddess is THE entrepreneurial soul coach behind hundreds of breakthrough changemakers, cultural visionaries, and social entrepreneurs. Rha is also the Founder & CEO of Move The Crowd, an entrepreneurial training company dedicated to creative and cultural entrepreneurs working at the intersection of values, profitability, and social impact. Rha…

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218: Craving Routine? Habits that You’ll Actually Stick to? (Pssssst, It’s Just 4 Easy Steps) 27:56

4M ago27:56

27:56

Consistency can be quite the buzzword these days. We hear it all the time—whether it comes to our personal routines, work habits, or relationships. In reality, there’s more to consistency than just talking about it. In today’s episode, Erin gives you the top four reasons why we lack consistency and the four solutions to creating a routine that work…

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217: How Do You Become a Selfless Leader? Pamela Lookingglass Spills the Tea 39:48

4M ago39:48

39:48

Pamela is OUT and she is ready to PLAY. In today’s episode, improve it!’s Community Manager Nicole Entzeroth interviews Erin’s very own Brand Ambassador and Top Executive at Synergy Consulting, Pamela Lookingglass. They discuss what selfless leadership means (and what it doesn’t), habits to become a selfless leader, and how to attract a magnetic cu…

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How To Use Relationships To Build Your Business feat. Charles Byrd 29:57

4M ago29:57

29:57

Learn how to unlock success through connections Before we go in this episode, I want to give a heads up that this will be the last episode for this year. The next one will go out on January 9 next year. We will start the year with Mark Creedon and deal with ways to invest in Real Estate. The power of relationships in building a successful business …

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216: How Does a Four-Day Work Week Impact Your Team? with Special Guest, Jenna McDonnell 45:21

4M ago45:21

45:21

Working one less day a week sounds nice in theory, but is it actually possible? In today’s episode, Erin and VP of Client Experience Jenna McDonnell talk about the why behind improve it!’s decision to move to a four-day work week, how they did it, and the changes they’ve noticed since. If you're curious about a four-day work week—this is the episod…

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One Way To Free Yourself From Admin feat. James Allen 28:58

5M ago28:58

28:58

Learn how to navigate administrative tasks efficiently Administrative tasks can drain your time and energy, preventing you from focusing on what truly matters in your personal and professional growth. But fear not because there’s a solution that can help you break free from this burden. Enter Eight Clicks High, an incredible online hardware trading…

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215: Why Does Your Feminine Energy Need Healing? with Laura Herde 49:50

5M ago49:50

49:50

Showing up from a place of overflow versus showing up from a place of depletion...we’ve all experienced both. When it comes to leadership and personal development, how do we flow instead of force? In today’s episode, Erin and Mindset & Leadership Mentor Laura Herde talk about what it means to find the sweet spot in the dance between your masculine …

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Running A Building Business Doesn't Have To Be So Hard feat. Alex Smith, Jesse Vella, Michael Paul & Nick Millwood 30:04

5M ago30:04

30:04

Transforming Success Through the Quality Client Pathway There’s lots of unnecessary pain in the building industry. What can we do to change the building industry norms to get rid of pain? So, I’ve assembled a panel of experts in this area who have experienced this program called Blueprint. And it focuses on three basic pillars that you should pay a…

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214: How Can Meditation Impact Your Leadership Style? 31:31

5M ago31:31

31:31

You know meditation can help us slow down, tune in, and be more present. But have you thought about how it might benefit your leadership style? In today’s episode, Erin takes you through her own leadership and meditation journeys, how she found meditation to be one of the most influential tools in her leadership toolkit, and how you can make it do …

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You Won't Believe How Video Builds Trust and Boosts Business! feat. Corne Lategan 29:15

5M ago29:15

29:15

Learn how to stand out with video storytelling Video storytelling and high-quality content play a crucial role in elevating a building business. It's so important to have somebody in your corner that can produce really high-quality content, but also understands the psychology behind it because it's all well and good just to produce content. But it …

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213: How Does a Navy SEAL’s Story Teach Us Self-Leadership? 51:06

5M ago51:06

51:06

When we think about leadership, we often think about it as one person’s connection to a group of people. In today’s episode, Erin and Navy SEAL, best-selling author, speaker, and coach Jason Redman talk about how leadership must start with leading ourselves first. Jason shares about the five buckets to attain self-leadership and how being able to t…

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Tradies, Get Your Shit Together feat. Andy & Angela Smith 31:42

5M ago31:42

31:42

Embracing Team Empowerment and Business Freedom Business owners often find themselves entrenched in the need for total control, juggling every aspect as if their business depended solely on their touch. However, a pivotal shift emerges when they recognize the value of stepping back and relying on their team. Embracing guidance from coaches and ment…

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212: Brewing Balance: Reimaging Caffeine, Alcohol and Work 28:23

5M ago28:23

28:23

Excess: something we infuse into our lives, but rarely step back from and wonder what can I take away rather than what can I add? In today’s episode, Erin shares about her own relationship with excess in the forms of caffeine, alcohol, and work. She'll give you her five steps for how she’s reimagined them to work for her as she is, not the version …

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How We Can Have A Better Building Industry feat. Bek Bishop 28:21

5M ago28:21

28:21

The Power of Fostering Connection in the Building World Contributing to the betterment of the building industry requires a positive mindset and resilience in overcoming challenges. It is crucial to foster strong relationships and value sharing knowledge and resources among builders. We need to understand the significance of customer-centric practic…

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211: The Art of Breathwork: Mastering Self-Love and Living Fully with Erin Telford 51:39

5M ago51:39

51:39

The world we live in makes it easy to get caught up in—and stuck—in the small stuff. The overflowing inboxes, the relationships we outgrow, the fancy cars, the job titles...you get it. What would happen if we zoomed out from all of this? In today’s episode, Breathwork Facilitator & Trainer and 1:1 Mentor for Healers & Coaches, Erin Telford, tells a…

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Investing In Real Estate Is Easy Isn't It? feat. Michael Yardney 23:03

6M ago23:03

23:03

Learn how to master the art of property investment Many people think property investment is a quick way to get rich, but it’s not. It is an orderly approach to building wealth over time. It is a long-term game that requires strategic planning. You need to deeply understand the property market because it involves buying and holding properties. You h…

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210: Work Less, Achieve More: Tales from a 4-Day Workweek 35:10

6M ago35:10

35:10

Imagine a workweek where you set achievable goals, don’t have meetings that could’ve been emails, and infuse efficiency and automation into everything you do. The best part? By doing so, you save an entire day, so three-day weekends become a regular thing. It sounds idealistic, but it can be your reality...today. Erin gives you improve it!’s 5-step…

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A Simple Approach To Have Your Clients And Team Love Your Business feat. Mitch Proestos 30:15

6M ago30:15

30:15

The Power of Personalisation and Convenience in Gift Giving Creating personal surprises for your clients shows that you’ve been listening to and understanding their concerns and passions. And you develop surprises for them through the build process. And the reason that we do that is if you blow your client’s mind, it feeds into the single best mark…

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209: Mom-Guilt, the Mental Load, and How to Reclaim Your Mental Well-Being as a Parent with Dr. Morgan Cutlip 47:12

6M ago47:12

47:12

Parenting is about as complicated and stressful as it gets, and Dr. Morgan Cutlip is here to free you from the guilt and help you reclaim your mental well-being by letting go of the noise we get from information overload. In today’s episode, Erin and Dr. Morgan talk about what mom guilt is and what it feels like, what rest really means as a parent,…

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Taking Care of Your Business by Taking Care of Yourself Feat. Dean Baldwin 26:11

6M ago26:11

26:11

Learn how to prioritise yourself while running a business Leadership is vital in business, as it sets the vision, motivates employees, and guides the organisation towards success. Effective leaders possess qualities like clear communication, empathy, and the ability to make tough decisions. They continuously seek personal growth and create a positi…

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208: Unlocking Your Potential: 4 Lessons from My Soulbbatical 30:46

6M ago30:46

30:46

A soulbbatical – sounds a little different, right? The tried-and-true sabbatical gets an introspective makeover. In today’s episode, Erin gives you her four takeaways from her most recent soulbbatical and the formula for taking one of your own. If you’re feeling disconnected from yourself with no time to reconnect, this is the episode for you. ICYM…

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Do Builders Really Need Help? feat. Robby Kruyer 28:36

6M ago28:36

28:36

Learn the art of measuring and seeking true success In the building industry, there is a common misconception that success is solely determined by the outward appearance of a builder’s business. Many builders may believe that if they mimic the practices of seemingly successful builders, they will achieve the same level of success. However, this sur…

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