How DOES she do it?!

In this week's episode I interview the wonderfully warm Phoebe Scaife, who is not only the founder of Ruby Moon VA, and therefore provider of support (with a smile!) to business owners, but also wife, mum of two, and so much more. We explore how she specifically sought to tailor her business to suit her own personality, working preferences and lifestyle; she's an example to us all!

Phoebe relays her story, from how she overcame dyslexia to recognise, embrace and harness her strengths, through first attending networking before she even had her own business, to balancing work with the demands of motherhood. She provides insight as to how she intentionally designed a business model around her own lifestyle, as well as the sense of achievement she has experienced from running it successfully.

I'm delighted to provide this opportunity for Phoebe to share her capacity for calmness, clarity of thought and overall warmth of personality. There is much to enjoy and learn from here, I'm sure you'll agree.

Connect with Phoebe:

Website: www.rubymoonva.com

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In this episode I explore how we can make the most exciting things happen by consciously stretching beyond the confines of our own personal comfort zones. It was Henry Ford who stated that 'if you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got,' which seems to me to be both startingly simple, yet also wonderfully inspired. Drawing upon my own experiences in life and in business, I relay how I've had to first acknowledge my own personal fears, before embracing the challenge of the new, and the inevitable anxieties that I've encountered along the way, before experiencing the joy that results.

I have cherry picked a few of the best tips that I've acquired over the years, and in this episode I share them with you in order that you too can enjoy the many benefits that inevitably follow a conscious effort to embrace and push through your own fears.

I delve into:

• Accepting that pushing through personal boundaries can often feel deeply uncomfortable
• Applying these principles in both spontaneous and longer term situations
• Understanding that there is no failure, only the opportunity for growth
• That when embracing stepping out of our comfort zones often enough, we quickly begin to appreciate that anything really is possible!

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In this week's episode I interview the truly inspiring Louise Brooks, owner of Parenting Success (and hence provider of guidance, comfort and wisdom to many a parent), about her experiences both as an entrepreneur, and on her own personal journey as an individual.

If ever you feel the need to draw inspiration from someone who appears on the surface to have an innate sense of natural confidence, this interview is for you! Louise tells her story, from growing up in Denmark, relocating to the US, her fascination with the study of psychology, and how she subsequently applied that and her own life experiences into her own business providing support and advise for parents. In telling her story, she explains how 'Louise questions' helped define her career path, how she overcame being a 'safety junkie' and employed the value of her message as a means of overcoming her inner doubts.

Louise's empathy and insight are a delight to share with you, and I'm confident you'll take as much from listening to her wisdom, as I did myself.

We delve into:

• How Louise overcomes challenges, pushes out of her comfort zone and always tries to follow her heart.
• Listening to your inner child
• That the process of embracing our fears has distinct phases, the last of which makes all of those before it more than worthwhile!
• Inviting fear along for the journey, without letting it drive
• Removing our own personal shield in order to encourage others to reciprocate and do the same
• Being relatable, not perfect
• How Louise achieves balance between running her business, with being a mum and wife
• Realistic expectations for parents
• Being fully present as a mum
• The value of exercise as a non-negotiable
• Lowering the bar to make space for life

Connect with Louise: Website Instagram Facebook Boost your child's self-esteem course

Connect with Jo: If you're interested in support to grow your business & confidence, learn more here: Work with me

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If you've ever let nervousness or anxiety hold you back from attending a networking event, you're not alone! Many people describe networking as scary or intimidating, but making these authentic connections is so VITAL to achieving your goals and maximizing your business's potential. In this episode, I'm giving you my BEST tips to flip your mindset to be confident and prepared to reap the benefits of your next networking opportunity. You'll hear all about what you SHOULD do at networking events to get out of your comfort zone, actively participate, and have FUN making meaningful connections!

I'm diving into:

• Why making connections is more vital now than ever before, especially for small business owners
• What you SHOULD do at a networking event to make authentic connections — plus, what to avoid
• Disproving some common misconceptions about networking events
• Why ALL networking connections and events are valuable — no matter the size!
• Simple actions you can take to beat anxiety and flourish at networking functions (plus, an invitation from me!)
• A visualization activity to BOOST your confidence for your next event
• And so much more!

If you are interested in 1:1 support to build your confidence in business or networking events, register here for REV:YOU: https://howdoesshedoit.life/revyou/

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Do you believe you have to do everything, all the time? What does busy mean to you? It seems that being busy has become synonymous with being accomplished, and that you can only be successful if you are constantly doing things. But, being so busy leads to one thing — burnout. In this episode, I'm sharing some of my favorite tips to help you concentrate on what you need to do, simplify your routine for tackling tasks, and have the confidence to do less and be as productive as ever!

I'm diving into:

• Why you NEED to create boundaries to get things done
• My favourite strategies to get you single-tasking and back on track
• Easy ways to break down your day into manageable pieces
• The technique I LOVE (and how you can use it to bring calm and focus to your tasks)
• A fun way you can get involved in community, even during the pandemic
• The TOP 5 steps you can take RIGHT NOW to save time and get important things ticked off your list
• Some words to inspire you to take control and assess your life & business
• And so much more!

Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?! here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/

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As a woman, you've got a lot on your plate. Between work, family, and life, if you're often feeling burnt out, you're not alone! On this very first episode of the How Does She Do It?!, I want to share with you the ONE thing you are leaving off of your to-do list that is VITAL to prioritize so that you can bring calm and peace in your life. Let's dive into some of my favourite (and FREE!) tips to start incorporating self-care into your day to give you the energy boost you need to put your BEST into your life and business.

I'm diving into:

• My FAVOURITE ways to practice self-care (and it doesn't have to cost money!)
• A sneak peek into what you can expect this season on How Does She Do It?!
• Why you MUST be self-aware of your challenges and strengths to put your best into your life and business
• These simple steps will help you create a rejuvenating evening routine to nourish your soul
• One simple way to incorporate self-care (and an energy boost!) into your day, even if you have no time at all
• And so much more!

Connect with me on my website How DOES She Do it?! here: https://howdoesshedoit.life/

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