Small Business Big Visibility

Small Business Big Visibility

By Jason McKenzieBusinessEntrepreneurship
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Small Business Big Visibility episodes

  • 344: Why Tech Will Not Fix Your Delegation Problems | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    In this episode of the Successful Delegation Miniseries, we break down why technology is not the solution to your delegation challenges. Before investing in tools or software, you need clarity on what you are delegating and the outcomes you expect.

    You’ll learn why many small business owners overcomplicate delegation by chasing tech too early, and why simple methods like writing clear instructions on paper are often the most effective starting point.

    We also cover when technology does become useful and how it can support training once you already understand the process. Watch this episode to simplify delegation, avoid common mistakes, and set the foundation for real efficiency.

    7 min
  • 343: Who You Should Delegate To in Your Small Business | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    Who you delegate to matters just as much as what you delegate. In this episode of the Successful Delegation Miniseries, we break down how small business owners can choose the right people to support their growth without creating unnecessary problems.

    You will learn why hiring friends, family, or neighbors often backfires, how existing relationships can blur boundaries, and what to look for instead when delegating tasks. This video walks through the importance of skills, capacity, willingness to learn, and cultural fit when bringing someone into your business.

    Whether you are considering a part time hire, a virtual assistant, or your first team member, this episode will help you avoid common delegation mistakes and make smarter hiring decisions that protect both your business and your relationships.

    Watch now and continue building the foundation for effective delegation and long term success.


    6 min
  • 342 What to Delegate First in Your Small Business | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    Discover how to confidently take the first steps toward effective delegation in your small business. This episode of the Successful Delegation Miniseries breaks down what to delegate first so you can stop doing everything yourself and start creating real breathing room in your schedule.

    Learn why starting small matters, how a time audit reveals what tasks you should offload, and why hiring an expensive full time employee too early can hold you back. You’ll also hear simple examples of low cost tasks you can delegate safely while you build experience and confidence.

    If you want to grow your business without burning out, this episode will help you begin delegating the right way. Watch now.

    6 min
  • 341: 7 Delegation Mistakes Small Business Owners Make | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    In this episode of Small Business Big Visibility, we dive into the most common delegation mistakes that keep small business owners stuck and overwhelmed. Whether you are just starting to delegate or have been doing it for years, these pitfalls can quietly derail your team, your time, and your customer experience.

    You will see why handing out impressive titles instead of clear responsibilities creates confusion, pride, and resistance when things fall outside the “job title.” We break down how vague expectations, missing procedures, and lack of training cause employees to guess their way through important tasks, leading to results that do not match your standards or your brand.

    You will also learn the importance of defining when an employee should solve a problem on their own, when they should come to you, and how to build simple backup procedures for when things do not go as planned. Finally, we walk through how to check in on delegated work the right way by talking with the employee, reviewing the actual work, and, when appropriate, verifying the experience with the customer.

    Watch this video to avoid these seven delegation mistakes, strengthen your team, and set yourself up for smoother, more successful handoffs in your small business.



    00:00 Introduction to Delegation Pitfalls00:27 Mistake 1 Giving Titles Instead of Responsibilities02:14 Mistake 2 Not Setting Clear Expectations03:17 Mistake 3 Not Defining the Steps04:18 Mistake 4 Not Training the Process05:26 Mistake 5 Not Defining When to Come to You05:57 Mistake 6 Not Defining When to Solve It Themselves06:16 Mistake 7 Not Checking In and Following Up07:20 Final Thoughts on Successful Delegation

    8 min
  • 340: Signs It Is Time To Start Delegating | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    Discover the key signs that it is time to start delegating in your small business. This episode breaks down the common symptoms entrepreneurs face when they are stretched too thin, from maxed out schedules to growing workloads and the early stages of scaling.

    Learn why delegation becomes essential once you have completed a time audit, eliminated wasted hours, and reached the point where doing everything yourself is no longer sustainable. You will hear real world examples of business owners who broke free from overwhelm and how shifting responsibilities opened the door to growth.

    This video is part of the Successful Delegation Miniseries, guiding you toward better efficiency, reduced stress, and the confidence to bring the right people into your business. Watch now to understand the early indicators that delegating is the next step in your journey.

    6 min
  • 339: Calendar Time Blocking For ADHD & Small Business Owners | Time & Life Management Miniseries

    In this episode of the Time and Life Management Miniseries, you will discover how calendar time blocking can bring structure, clarity, and focus to your day, especially if you are a small business owner with ADHD. Filmed in front of an active construction zone, this video shows how builders rely on detailed schedules to keep projects moving and how the same approach can help you take control of your time.

    You will hear a humorous story about a friend who unintentionally tried to reinvent the calendar app, along with an example of a construction company whose subcontractors loved working with them because everything was clearly scheduled. These real world stories reveal the power of using a calendar to stay organized and aligned.

    This episode walks through how time blocking reduces squirrel brain, protects your focus, and ensures your top priorities get done instead of pushed aside. By pulling from your Priorities Power Plan and placing your most important tasks directly onto your calendar, you create a system that supports progress every single day.

    Start using calendar time blocking and see how your productivity, organization, and momentum grow as you move toward your goals.

    8 min
  • 338: Time management strategies for ADHD small business owners | Time & Life Management Miniseries

    Feeling pulled in every direction as a small business owner, especially with ADD or ADHD? This episode of Small Business Big Visibility is part of the Time and Life Management Miniseries and focuses on practical strategies that help you regain control of your time and mental bandwidth.


    You will learn how to use the Priorities Power Plan to brain dump everything weighing on your mind, get it onto paper, and sort each item by what is urgent and what is important. We walk through the four task buckets, how to identify what really moves you toward your bigger goals, and what can be delegated or removed.


    See how this simple daily process can shrink an overwhelming task list and help you work with more clarity and efficiency. Watch now, then download the free Priorities Power Plan at https://smallbusinessbigvisibility.com/resources/crush-your-to-do-list-with-the-priorities-power-plan-download-now

    and continue the Time and Life Management Miniseries.

    8 min
  • 337: Time Management Starts With Your Big Vision | Time & Life Management Miniseries

    If you are trying to be more efficient with your time but feel constantly pulled in a hundred directions, especially as a small business owner with ADD or ADHD, this episode is for you. In this Time & Life Management miniseries of the Small Business Big Visibility podcast, we talk about why more free time will not fix your life if you do not first have a clear vision and purpose.

    You will hear a story about people trying to sleep less just to gain extra hours in the day, only to waste that time on calls, chats, and gaming. We explore why extra time without direction often leads to feeling lost, like many people do in retirement when they suddenly have time but no defined purpose.

    In this episode, you will:

    • Ask yourself what you would actually do with more time

    • See how having no clear direction makes time feel empty instead of fulfilling

    • Learn why defining your big purposes and long term vision matters

    • Hear how one entrepreneur made massive progress by focusing on small daily steps toward his goals

    You are invited to grab a piece of paper and write down your big purposes, your vision for your life, and a few small steps you can begin taking each day. When you start filling your time with intentional actions that move you toward what matters, your days feel more meaningful and your time management finally starts to work for you. Watch now to start using your time with real purpose.


    8 min
  • 336: Delegating To Grow Your Small Business | Time & Life Management Miniseries

    In this episode of Small Business Big Visibility, Jason McKenzie breaks down how smart delegation helps small business owners reclaim their time, reduce overwhelm, and focus on the high value work only they can do. If you have ADD or ADHD, or simply feel pulled in a hundred directions, this is for you.

    You will learn how to use a simple time audit to spot tasks you should hand off, why you do not need to clone yourself to grow, and how to break big jobs into smaller roles that part time team members can handle. Jason shares relatable examples from electricians, auto mechanics, and other service businesses to show what real world delegation looks like.

    Jason also walks through the basics of effective delegation: defining clear outcomes, creating simple processes, training your team, and doing a soft handoff so everyone can succeed. The goal is better time management, more freedom, and a bigger positive impact on your family and your community.

    Watch this episode as part of the Time & Life Management Miniseries to start delegating with confidence and grow your small business without burning out.

    8 min
  • 335: Aly Porter - Faith, Freedom And The Multi Passionate Creator

    In this episode of Small Business. Big Visibility. Jason sits down with Aly Porter, a multi passionate entrepreneur, mom of four, and founder of Millionaire Momentum. Aly shares how faith, creativity and freedom shape her business and life, and why she proudly calls herself the Freedom Connector.

    You will hear the wild story of how she and Jason met as volunteers at VidSummit, how her journey through e-commerce, VA work and consulting led to her unique business model, and why she believes there is no single why in life. Aly explains what being a creator truly means, how alignment differs from hustle, and why freedom is at the center of everything she does.

    In this conversation, you will learn:

    • Why you do not need just one purpose or one niche to succeed

    • What get seen, get paid, live free looks like in real life

    • How faith and inspired action guide entrepreneurship

    • The importance of surrounding yourself with possibility thinkers

    • Why multiple income streams support true freedom and peace

    Connect with Aly at www.millionairemomentumlife.com to explore her work, socials, and the Millionaire Momentum podcast.

    34 min

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Are you a small business owner seeking effective, efficient, and profitable ways to grow your business without the overwhelm? Welcome to "Small Business Big Visibility", the podcast dedicated to empowering adventurous entrepreneurs like you to simplify marketing, reduce stress, and boost revenue.