Many rural women are leading every single day without ever calling themselves leaders. They are managing teams, family businesses, farm operations, finances, and relationships all at once. But without a clear understanding of their own strengths, that leadership can feel exhausting, uncertain, and easy to underestimate.

In this episode, Emily is joined by Bec Martin of Everbold Ventures, a strengths-based leadership coach who works with women in male-dominated and complex environments, including agriculture, construction, and mining. Bec brings lived experience from 12 years in the construction industry and now works with rural and remote women to help them lead with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.

This is a practical, honest conversation about what leadership actually looks like in a rural business, and how to lead change without losing yourself in the process.

What you will hear in this episode:

• Why leadership is not about titles, and how most rural women are already leading without realising it
• How a strengths-based approach builds genuine confidence, not a performance of it
• Why navigating change in multi-generational family businesses starts with getting everyone at the table
• The difference between leading with the what and leading with the why, and why it changes everything
• Early warning signs that a team or family is out of alignment, and what to do about it
• How to stop overextending and start directing your attention to where you add the most value
  

Bec's one piece of advice for every rural business owner this year: sit down and work out your top five strengths. It is where everything else begins.

Connect with Bec Martin:

• Website: www.everboldventures.com.au
• Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook: search Everbold Ventures

One hundred episodes. It is a milestone worth stopping for.
In this special episode, Emily reflects on the biggest lessons learned across 100 episodes of Rural Money Matters - covering money, mindset, and what it really takes to run a thriving rural business.

From bookkeeping basics to Profit First breakthroughs. From the juggle of farm office life to the realities of running a rural family business. From the moments of doubt to the clarity that comes from strong systems.

This episode covers the mindset shifts that changed everything, why clarity matters more than complexity, the money habits that create real momentum, the biggest mistakes rural business owners make and how to avoid them, and the lessons clients, listeners, and her own team have taught Emily along the way.

Whether you have been here from the beginning or you are brand new, this episode will leave you with fresh perspective, more confidence in your numbers, and a clear sense of what is possible in the next season of your business.

Here is to the first 100 - and to the momentum ahead.

Ever feel like money disappears the moment it hits your account? In this episode, we’ll break down the hidden drains on your business finances and show you how to track and understand your spending in a way that actually makes sense. No jargon. No judgement. Just simple insights to help you see where your money is going - and make sure it’s going where it should.

👉 Learn more at www.ejsbusinessservices.com

📞 Call 1300 857 263
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In this week’s episode of Rural Money Matters, Emily shares her personal journey of rewriting her money story - and how discovering Profit First completely transformed the way she manages money, both in business and on the farm.

From feeling uncertain and reactive about finances to creating structure, clarity, and confidence, Emily explains why mindset is at the heart of every profitable rural business.

You’ll hear:
🌾 How your money mindset shapes your decisions and results
💰 Emily’s story of implementing Profit First and the impact it had
📈 Why she became a Certified Profit First Professional
🚜 How she’s now using Profit First on her family farm
🤍 The creation of the Rural Profit System to help others do the same

This episode is a mix of practical financial insight and personal reflection - perfect for anyone ready to take control of their money, reduce stress, and create lasting rural success.

🎧 Tune in now and start rewriting your money story.

👉 Learn more at www.ejsbusinessservices.com

📞 Call 1300 857 263
📲 Follow @ejsbusinessservices

This week on Rural Money Matters, Emily chats with Mel Kiel, a Yeoval-based farmer, businesswoman, and KLR mentor who knows that success in agriculture isn’t about working harder - it’s about working smarter.

Mel shares how building strong business systems, surrounding yourself with the right financial team, and approaching livestock trading strategically can transform your business performance and peace of mind.

From lessons learned through tough seasons to the mindset shifts behind profitable cattle trading, this conversation is packed with practical insights for every rural business owner who wants to farm with more clarity, confidence, and control.

🎧 Tune in to discover how better systems, smarter decisions, and stronger support can help you build a more profitable and balanced rural business.

https://au.linkedin.com/in/mel-kiel-a4b729277
https://klrmarketing.com.au/

👉 Find out more about how our team can support your business at www.ejsbusinessservices.com
or call 1300 857 263.
👉 Follow us on socials: @ejsbusinessservices

In the final episode of our Behind the Books series, we sit down with Stacey, the newest member of the EJS Business Services team.

Stacey joined us earlier this year, bringing with her over two decades of accounting experience - including as a chartered accountant. In this conversation, she shares her career journey, what’s kept her passionate about accounting for 20 years, and why she chose to step into a new chapter with us.

We also explore Stacey’s perspective on what sets successful businesses apart, the common mistakes she sees across clients, and the difference it makes when you have both a strong bookkeeper and an accountant on your side. Plus, Stacey gives us a glimpse into her life beyond the numbers, sharing the joys and lessons from her transition into this new role.

If you’ve been enjoying our team series, this is the perfect closing chapter - full of wisdom, experience, and fresh insights for rural business owners.

👉 Find out more about how our team can support your business at www.ejsbusinessservices.com
or call 1300 857 263.
👉 Follow us on socials: @ejsbusinessservices

This week, it’s time to meet Shereena, who has been part of the EJS Business Services team for nearly two years. After a career in marketing and events, Shereena made the leap into bookkeeping - and she hasn’t looked back.

In this episode, we explore her journey of career change, the skills she’s carried across from her previous roles, and the common challenges she sees across rural businesses. Shereena shares valuable tips, fresh perspectives, and a dose of real-world experience that will inspire any business owner looking to get more clarity and confidence in their finances.

👉 Find out more about how our team can support your business at www.ejsbusinessservices.com
or call 1300 857 263.
👉 Follow us on socials: @ejsbusinessservices

In this episode of Rural Money Matters, we introduce you to Hayley Howe, our client service administrator and bookkeeper. You’ll hear how Hayley brings organisation, warmth, and resilience to her role, supporting clients not just with numbers but with the structures and systems that make their businesses run smoother. Plus, we share personal insights into how she adapts, stays grounded, and finds joy in the juggle of rural life.

👉 Find out more about how our team can support your business at www.ejsbusinessservices.com
or call 1300 857 263.
👉 Follow us on socials: @ejsbusinessservices

In this episode of Rural Money Matters, we’re pulling back the curtain on another incredible member of the EJS Business Services team - Erin.

With a background in accounting and over a decade of hands-on experience running a family business, Erin brings both technical expertise and real-world understanding to her work as a bookkeeper. Known for her “impeccable books,” Erin shares how she blends accuracy with empathy, helping clients get clarity and confidence in their numbers.

We chat about her journey from accounting into rural business life, the lessons she’s learned from working in family business, and the importance of setting up financial systems that truly work for you. Plus, you’ll get a glimpse into Erin’s personality and passions beyond the numbers.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like behind the books at EJS Business Services - and how our team’s diverse backgrounds make a difference for clients - this is the episode for you.

👉 Find out more about how our team can support your business at www.ejsbusinessservices.com
or call 1300 857 263.
👉 Follow us on socials: @ejsbusinessservices

In this episode of Rural Money Matters, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the incredible women behind the books here at EJS Business Services - Elouise.

Elouise brings a special mix of precision, care, and a little sparkle to everything she does. From keeping the numbers accurate and on track, to nurturing client relationships and helping them feel supported, her role goes far beyond balancing accounts.

We chat about:
✨ Her role at EJS and the strengths she brings to our team
✨ Memorable client stories that show why the details matter
✨ Her tips for managing finances with clarity and confidence
✨ A peek into her life outside the books – fun insights that make her who she is

This conversation is about more than numbers - it’s about the people who make money management less stressful and more empowering for rural business owners.

👉 Find out more about how our team can support your business at www.ejsbusinessservices.com
or call 1300 857 263.
👉 Follow us on socials: @ejsbusinessservices