Better Business, Better Life

Welcome to the Better Business, Better Life Flashback Series! Over the next five episodes, we’ll revisit some of the most inspiring and insightful conversations from our archives, brimming with timeless knowledge, practical tips, and compelling real-life stories. 

In this first instalment, we return to episode 38 with Scott Rusnak, an expert EOS implementer and author, who shares actionable strategies for designing a year with intention. From aligning your goals with your energy zones to using EOS tools like the People Analyzer and Delegate and Elevate Checklist, Scott's insights will help you balance work and life while staying true to your core values. 

This series is designed to inspire and empower you with ideas and strategies that stand the test of time.  

Tune in and rediscover the lessons that will help you create a business that delivers better results and a better life. 

CONNECT WITH DEBRA:         

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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner 

►Connect with Debra: [email protected] 

►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       

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GUEST’S DETAIL: 

► Scott Rusnak's Website  

► Grab a Copy of Scott's Book 

► Scott Rusnak - LinkedIn 

Chapters:   

01:08 - Designing Your Year with Intentionality  

03:20 - Setting Intentions for the Year  

06:20 - Balancing Work and Personal Life  

15:04 - Saying No with Intentionality  

17:43 - Using Tools for Personal and Professional Planning  

22:41 - Designing Your Life Before Someone Else Does  

25:39 - Top Tips for Listening Audience  

27:24 - Final Thoughts and Contact Information 

In another episode of Better Business, Better Life, host Debra Chantry-Taylor welcomes Aidan Lee, a martial artist and transformational coach, to explore how functional fitness and self-care can revolutionise the lives of business owners. Aidan shares his journey from being a top martial artist to battling injuries, depression, and anxiety, and how he rebuilt his life through mental resilience and physical health. 

Aidan dives into the importance of self-awareness, habit change, and leading by example, especially for parents and business leaders. He advocates for blending functional strength training with martial arts, prioritising practices like myofascial release, and maintaining daily learning habits to stay energised and focused. 

Packed with actionable tips, Aidan explains how simple steps such as biomechanics assessments, sustainable fitness routines, and setting boundaries can help business owners achieve optimal work-life balance. Whether you’re an entrepreneur seeking balance or a parent striving to lead with purpose, Aidan’s advice will inspire you to make lasting, positive changes. 

Tune in to learn how to transform your approach to health that can lead to productivity both in business and life.

CONNECT WITH DEBRA:         
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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner 

►Connect with Debra: [email protected] 

►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       
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GUEST’S DETAIL: 

► FitRoots -Website  

► Join Aidan’s Newsletter 

► Chat with Aidan: [email protected] 

► Aidan Lee - LinkedIn 

Chapters:   

01:43 - Aidan Lee's Journey and Background  

04:03 - Challenges and Realisations in Aidan's Life  

06:31 - Aidan's Mental and Physical Struggles  

07:18 - The Path to Recovery and Transformation  

08:36 - Balancing Work and Life  

31:26 - Practical Tips for Improving Health and Productivity  

38:56 - Creating a Sustainable Routine  

40:56 - Final Thoughts and Contact Information 

Welcome to Better Business, Better Life. In this episode, host Debra Chantry-Taylor welcomes Jonny Goldstone, a former corporate lawyer turned entrepreneur and EOS implementer. Jonny shares his remarkable journey from co-founding Green Tomato Cars, an environmentally friendly taxi company, to scaling the business, selling it to Veolia Transdev, and later reviving it in the face of competition from Uber. 

Jonny reveals the transformative role of EOS tools in turning around struggling businesses, with a focus on the accountability chart, prioritisation, and effective delegation. He also highlights the value of self-awareness in leadership, the importance of hiring aligned with core values, and the critical role a coach played during his turnaround journey. 

Now a dedicated EOS Implementer, Jonny helps other businesses achieve clarity, improve team health, and realise their vision. Packed with actionable insights, this episode covers strategies for leadership success, building resilience, and leveraging EOS tools to create sustainable business growth. 

Tune in to discover how Jonny’s experience and expertise can inspire you to build a better business and a better life. 

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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner 

►Reach out here: [email protected] 

►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       

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GUEST’S DETAIL: 

► EOS Worldwide – Jonny Goldstone 

► Chat with Jonny: [email protected] 

► Jonny Goldstone - LinkedIn  

Chapters:   

02:09 - Jonny Goldstone's Journey from Lawyer to Entrepreneur  

04:57 - Challenges in Setting Up Green Tomato Cars in the US  

6:59 - Reviving Green Tomato Cars and Implementing EOS  

14:19 - The Importance of EOS Tools and Accountability Chart 

25:33 - Turning Around Green Tomato Cars and the Role of a Leader  

31:53 - Johnny's Current Role as an EOS Implementer  

39:26 - Practical Tips for Business Success  

41:37 - Conclusion and Contact Information 

Start 2025 on a high note with this inspiring New Year episode of Better Business, Better Life! Host Debra Chantry-Taylor offers actionable strategies to help entrepreneurs define and achieve meaningful goals, setting the stage for a successful year ahead.

Drawing from the principles of EOS, Debra introduces three transformative tools like the "Year in Review," clarity breaks, and personal scorecards to help you reflect on the past year, define clear priorities, and maintain accountability.

She also highlights the importance of balancing professional and personal objectives, taking time to acknowledge gratitude, and using focused metrics to measure progress. So, whether you’re planning your next business milestone or striving for personal success, these tools can help you build momentum and stay on track.

Tune in to discover how EOS tools can make 2025 your most successful year yet!

HOST'S DETAILS:        

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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner

►Connect with Debra: [email protected]

►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/      

► Free Tools Download:

Chapters:  

00:27 - Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Forward to 2025

03:04 - Setting Goals and Achievements for 2024

04:04 - The Importance of Downtime and Clarity Breaks

05:48 - Year-in-Review Tool and Questions

08:36 - Future Focus and Personal Performance

12:04 - Defining Priorities and Measuring Success

14:22 - Clarity Break and Personal Scorecard

15:38 - Final Tips and Encouragement

In this episode of Better Business, Better Life, Mark O'Donnell, EOS Worldwide Visionary, sits down with host Debra Chantry-Taylor, New Zealand’s passionate EOS Implementer, to explore her remarkable journey from a budding entrepreneur at 13 to a trusted advisor for established businesses. 

Debra shares how her path led her from the pharmaceutical industry to launching and reinventing businesses, including navigating failures with her marketing firm and the challenges of running an event centre. Discover how Debra found EOS and used its tools to pivot her career, strengthen her businesses, and help others achieve success.

From overcoming the impact of COVID-19 to her insights on the role of AI in coaching, Debra’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and a commitment to empowering people through EOS. 

Tune in for inspiring lessons on building a better business and creating a meaningful legacy. 

HOST'S DETAILS:         

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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner 

►Connect with Debra: [email protected] 

►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       
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GUEST’S DETAIL: 

► https://www.markodonnell.me/ 

► Mark O'Donnell - LinkedIn  

Chapters:   

00:09 - Debra’s Entrepreneurial Journey and Early Business Ventures 

04:17 - Transition from Scientist to Marketer 

10:17 - Challenges and Failures in Business 

13:55 - Discovery of EOS and Implementation 

17:09 - Impact of COVID-19 and Continued Growth 

19:01 - Transition to EOS and Family Business Advisor 

21:49 - AI and the Future of Coaching 

27:26 - Final Thoughts on Business Success 

In this Christmas Eve episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor reflects on the joys and challenges of family, both during the holidays and in family businesses. Drawing from her expertise as a Certified EOS Implementer and Family Business Advisor, Debra shares tools to help families separate emotional dynamics from practical decisions. 

Debra also introduces the IDS issue-solving track, a tool for resolving family conflicts, and discusses how these strategies can foster harmony and clarity, whether around the dining table or the boardroom 

Whether you're managing a family business or simply gathering with loved ones this holiday season, this episode offers tools and inspiration to build stronger connections and lasting legacies. 

Tune in for strategies to strengthen family ties and set your business up for success in the new year! 

HOST'S DETAILS:         

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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner 

►Connect with Debra: [email protected] 

►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       

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Chapters:   

00:00 - Family Christmas Reflections and Personal Background 

03:41 - The Unique Challenges of Family Businesses 

06:07 - Tools for Managing Family Business Dynamics 

07:51 - Practical Applications of EOS Tools in Family Businesses 

10:24 - Balancing Family and Business Roles 

12:55 - Using EOS Tools for Family Harmony 

14:11 - Applying EOS Tools to Family Dynamics 

16:43 - Final Thoughts and Holiday Wishes 

Welcome to another episode Better Business, Better Life. Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor as she chats with Steve Krebs, fellow EOS implementer and founder of Machines4U, about his entrepreneurial journey and the transformative role of leadership and operating systems in business success. 

Steve reflects on his upbringing in an entrepreneurial household in Rotorua, New Zealand, and how it shaped his career. By embracing tools like EOS and Scaling Up, and fostering a strong leadership team, Steve transformed his business into a model of efficiency and growth. 

He also introduces his new venture, Boss Man Coaching, focused on helping leaders refine their skills and create meaningful impact. Through candid stories, Steve highlights the importance of structured processes, leadership development, and building a supportive culture.

Tune in to learn how clarity, accountability, and the right tools can transform your business! 

HOST'S DETAILS:         

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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner 

►Connect with Debra: [email protected] 

►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       

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GUEST’S DETAILS:        

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►Machines4U 

►Steve Krebs - LinkedIn  

Chapters:   

00:36 – Show Introduction 

02:12 - Steve Krebs’ Entrepreneurial Journey  

07:04 - Building and Scaling Machines4U 

09:55 - The Role of Coaching and Operating Systems in Business 

11:30 - The Impact of Leadership and Culture on Business Performance 

12:57 - The Power of a Strong Leadership Team 

46:16 - The Importance of Planning and Accountability 

49:34 - The Role of EOS in Business Success 

50:39 - The Future of Boss Man Coaching 

51:05 - Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Listeners 

In this episode of Better Business, Better Life, host Debra Chantry-Taylor sits down with Niall Mackay, founder of Seven Million Bikes and former comedian turned podcast producer, to discuss how EOS tools transformed his business.

Initially hesitant about structured processes, Niall embraced weekly meetings, scorecards, and rocks, which led to greater accountability, clarity, and team cohesion. With a global team embodying core values of quality, creativity, and positive influence, Niall shares how EOS simplified his operations and fostered replicability for growth. 

Packed with practical tips and heartfelt reflections, this episode highlights how businesses of any size can benefit from EOS tools to drive consistent improvement and success. 

Tune in to discover how simplicity, clarity, and structure can take your business to the next level! 

HOST'S DETAILS:         

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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner 

►Connect with Debra: [email protected] 

►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       

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GUEST’S DETAILS:        

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► Seven Million Bikes Podcasts 

► Talk to Niall 

►Niall Mackay - LinkedIn   

Chapters:   

00:38 - Show and Guest Introduction 

01:49 - Implementing EOS Tools in Niall’s Business  

02:33 - Initial Challenges and Weekly Meetings 

03:56 - Scorecard and Accountability 

09:20 - Setting Boundaries and Fair Exchange 

12:36 - Understanding and Implementing Rocks 

16:22 - Developing Core Values and Mission Statement 

25:27 - The Role of Visionary and Integrator 

30:57 - Impact of EOS Tools on Business Growth 

38:20 - Final Thoughts and Future Plans 

Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor in this milestone of Better Business, Better Life, as she celebrates 200 podcast episodes and 200 EOS client sessions.

Reflecting on her journey, Debra dives into the transformative power of EOS tools, sharing insights from her 200th session with creative agency, Attention Seeker. She highlights the importance of clarity, consistency, and tough conversations in building thriving teams and businesses. 

Debra also looks back on unforgettable podcast moments, including lessons from entrepreneurial legends, tips from EOS experts, and inspiring family business stories. She candidly shares how the podcast has been as much a personal growth journey as it has been a platform for sharing knowledge. 

Tune in for a heartfelt celebration of milestones, practical takeaways for your business, and a look at what’s next for the Better Business, Better Life podcast.  

Cheers to the next 200 episodes!

HOST'S DETAILS:         

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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner 

►Connect with Debra: [email protected] 

►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       

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Chapters:   

00:36 - Introduction

01:16 - Celebrating Milestones and Reflecting on Success

02:05 - Lessons from the 200th EOS Client Session  

05:32 - Key Themes in EOS: Vision, Traction, and Healthy

06:15 - Reflections on 200 Podcast Episodes

16:32 - Impact of Guests and Listener Feedback

17:10 - Behind the Numbers: Personal Reflections

18:30 - Future Plans and Acknowledgments

22:18 - Final Thoughts 

Welcome to Better Business, Better Life. Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor as she chats with guest Bill Stratton, a Certified EOS implementer and Kolbe Certified Consultant, about the transformative impact of EOS tools on businesses.

Bill shares his inspiring journey from scaling a family-owned manufacturing company to revitalising a struggling home elevator business. He reveals how tools like the People Analyzer, Quarterly Conversations, and the Kolbe A Index have transformed team dynamics, employee engagement, and leadership success.

With real-world success stories including a cybersecurity firm tripling its size and a cabinetry business enhancing cohesion, this episode is packed with actionable strategies for creating the right EOS structure and achieving measurable business traction.

Tune in for fresh insights into how EOS can help your business thrive. 
 

HOST'S DETAILS:         

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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner 

►Connect with Debra: [email protected] 

►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/       

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GUEST’S DETAILS:         

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►Bill Stratton - Schedule a Call 

►Connect with Bill  

►Bill Stratton - LinkedIn 

Chapters:   

00:24 - Introduction  

02:20 - Bill's Transformational Journey with EOS 

07:21 - The Power of EOS Tools and Quarterly Conversations 

12:39 - Effective Leadership and Difficult Conversations 

18:14 - Kolbe A Index and Team Dynamics 

24:21 - Success Stories and Real-World Impact 

32:46 - EOS Tools and Proven Process 

34:55 - Final Thoughts and Contact Information