Are you a solo entrepreneur who's ready to hire a team but feels overwhelmed by the process? Or maybe you already have a team, but the lack of clear processes is holding you back?

In this episode of Office Hours, we sit down with productivity expert Ilanit Meckley to discuss the most difficult transition a business owner can make: from solopreneur to effective team leader. Ilanit shares her journey from healthcare operations to helping small businesses. She reveals how she helps clients, and why clear goals and communication are the foundation of a successful team. We also get a look at her favorite, simple, and effective productivity tool—the Kanban board—and discuss how it can democratize tasks and motivate your team.

This is a must-listen for any creative professional, business owner, or entrepreneur who wants to get out of the weeds and build a sustainable, successful team.

Chapters:

• (00:00) - Introduction: Welcoming Ilanit Meckley, Productivity Expert

• (01:21) - Ilanit's Story: From Healthcare Operations to Business Coaching

• (05:51) - Why Communication is Everything in Business Processes

• (10:00) - The Importance of Crystal Clear Goals

• (12:38) - The #1 Roadblock for Solopreneurs

• (17:49) - The Emotional Side of Business Growth

• (27:47) - Actionable Tip: What is a Kanban Board?

• (31:13) - Trello and Other Tools for Productivity

• (35:57) - How to Connect with Ilanit Meckley

Featured Guests:

• Ilanit Meckley: Productivity & Operations Consultant

• Ilanit's LinkedIn

• Ilanit's website for Notable Projects, her company

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• https://audionllc.com/

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