The Exit Ready Business | Business Exit Strategy, Exit Planning, Selling a Business

In this episode of Beyond Your Business, Amy Sussex is joined by Leslie Robertson and Lauren Murdoch for a candid conversation about personal and professional growth. They share how recent experiences gave them fresh perspective on their businesses and inspired more intentional decisions moving forward.

 The trio dives into what it really takes to grow sustainably: investing in yourself, setting intentional goals, and learning to delegate so you’re not the bottleneck in your own business. They also share how AI tools are becoming practical supports in marketing and operations, while emphasizing that strategy, creativity, and human connection still lead the way.

This episode is all about growing with purpose. Through reflection, collaboration, and thoughtful planning, Amy, Leslie, and Lauren remind listeners that successful businesses aren’t built on hustle alone — they’re built on clarity, support, and actually enjoying the journey.

Connect with Us

Leslie Robertson
https://getfitwithles.com/

Lauren Murdoch
https://murdochmarketing.ca/

Resources

Website https://thebusinessmanagementco.com/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amy.sussex/

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessManagementCo

A few of my fav things:

(please note these are affiliate links) 

Buzzsprout 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2271913

Dubsado 

dubsado.com/?c=amybmc 

Monarch Community

https://www.themonarchandco.com/a/2147532567/xoEjY7G2

High Vibe Women Community

https://high-vibe-women.circle.so/checkout/the-online-community?affiliate_code=9b1729

This podcast is produced, mixed, and edited by Cardinal Studio. For more information about how to start your own podcast, please visit www.cardinalstudio.co or e-mail [email protected]

In this episode, Amy Sussex breaks down one of the most powerful — and often overlooked — drivers of business growth: trust. She explains how trust isn’t just a “nice to have” in marketing, but the foundation for meaningful audience engagement and strong client relationships.

Amy shares how building trust directly impacts referrals, repeat clients, and long-term loyalty. Her message is simple but impactful: marketing works best when it’s rooted in credibility, consistency, and care. Because when trust is present, connection deepens — and sustainable business growth naturally follows.

Connect with Me

Resources

Website https://thebusinessmanagementco.com/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amy.sussex/

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessManagementCo

A few of my fav things:

(please note these are affiliate links) 

Buzzsprout 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2271913

Dubsado 

dubsado.com/?c=amybmc 

Monarch Community

https://www.themonarchandco.com/a/2147532567/xoEjY7G2

High Vibe Women Community

https://high-vibe-women.circle.so/checkout/the-online-community?affiliate_code=9b1729

This podcast is produced, mixed, and edited by Cardinal Studio. For more information about how to start your own podcast, please visit www.cardinalstudio.co or e-mail [email protected]

In this episode, Amy discusses her experiences in the 'messy middle' of entrepreneurship, focusing on the feelings of comparison and insecurity that can arise in networking situations. This is a vulnerable share about how she was feeling after attending some events. She shares personal anecdotes and reflections on how to navigate these feelings, emphasizing the importance of clarity, self-care, and intention when attending events. The conversation highlights the need to recognize one's worth and the value of the work being done, while also providing practical tips for managing energy and maintaining focus on personal goals.

Resources

Websitehttps://thebusinessmanagementco.com/

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/amy.sussex/

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessManagementCo

A few of my fav things:

(please note these are affiliate links) 

Buzzsprout 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2271913

Dubsado 

dubsado.com/?c=amybmc 

Monarch Community

https://www.themonarchandco.com/a/2147532567/xoEjY7G2

High Vibe Women Community

https://high-vibe-women.circle.so/checkout/the-online-community?affiliate_code=9b1729

This podcast is produced, mixed, and edited by Cardinal Studio. For more information about how to start your own podcast, please visit www.cardinalstudio.co or e-mail [email protected]

In this episode of Beyond Your Business,  Amy chats with Puja, founder of Roop Creative Agency, to explore the real side of entrepreneurship. From leaving her corporate career to building a creative agency that empowers entrepreneurs through branding and websites, Puja shares the lessons she’s learned along the way.

Together, they unpack what it takes to create a timeless brand, why mentorship matters, and how rebranding goes far beyond aesthetics. It’s about clarity, storytelling, and self-discovery. Puja also opens up about navigating work-life balance, setting boundaries, and the importance of community support for women in business.

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to take the leap in business, this conversation is your reminder that the first step is the most powerful one.

Connect with Puja 

https://www.roopcreativeagency.com/

IG: @roopcreativeagency @thepujamalhotra

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pujamalhotra/

Resources

Websitehttps://thebusinessmanagementco.com/

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/amy.sussex/

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessManagementCo

A few of my fav things:

(please note these are affiliate links) 

Buzzsprout 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2271913

Dubsado 

dubsado.com/?c=amybmc 

Monarch Community

https://www.themonarchandco.com/a/2147532567/xoEjY7G2

High Vibe Women Community

https://high-vibe-women.circle.so/checkout/the-online-community?affiliate_code=9b1729

It’s event season  and whether you’re attending a market, conference, or mastermind, your return on investment has a lot more to do with you than the event itself.

In this episode, Amy shares how one simple quote  “You make your own ROI at an event” stopped her in her tracks. From her early days as a wellness vendor to hosting her own community events, Amy reflects on what it really means to “show up” at an event  with intention, energy, and leadership.

You’ll walk away with practical lessons and mindset shifts to help you create your own ROI, no matter where you show up this season.

Kristina’s episode 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GvsDSVG1YysMNp4Kum34A?si=431294e8c0144b34

Resources

Websitehttps://thebusinessmanagementco.com/

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/amy.sussex/

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessManagementCo

A few of my fav things:

(please note these are affiliate links) 

Buzzsprout 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2271913

Dubsado 

dubsado.com/?c=amybmc 

Monarch Community

https://www.themonarchandco.com/a/2147532567/xoEjY7G2

High Vibe Women Community

https://high-vibe-women.circle.so/checkout/the-online-community?affiliate_code=9b1729

In this episode Amy Sussex chats Lauren Murdoch, founder of Murdoch Marketing, to explore her transition from a 15-year corporate career in marketing and business development to entrepreneurship.

After experiencing burnout, Lauren decided to create a business that reflected her values and desire for balance. She shares how she found clarity through building strategic and sustainable marketing plans that truly align with business goals and how that clarity helped her clients thrive too.

Amy and Lauren dive into the power of networking, the courage to say yes to new opportunities, and the importance of connecting every marketing effort back to your bigger vision. Lauren also opens up about organizing events, securing sponsorships, and the lessons she’s learned about creating momentum in business without burning out.

Whether you’re navigating your own career transition or looking to bring more intention to your marketing strategy, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable takeaways.

Connect with Lauren Murdoch

https://www.instagram.com/itslaurenmurdoch/

https://www.instagram.com/murdoch.marketing/

Resources

Websitehttps://thebusinessmanagementco.com/

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/amy.sussex/

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessManagementCo

A few of my fav things:

(please note these are affiliate links) 

Buzzsprout 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2271913

Dubsado 

dubsado.com/?c=amybmc 

Monarch Community

https://www.themonarchandco.com/a/2147532567/xoEjY7G2

This podcast is produced, mixed, and edited by Cardinal Studio. For more information about how to start your own podcast, please visit www.cardinalstudio.co or e-mail [email protected]

In this episode host Amy connects with Staci Millard, a mom of two, multi-passionate seven-figure entrepreneur, and owner of both Thrive Accounting and Love Powered Co.

Staci’s journey from corporate accountant to thriving business owner is packed with lessons for any entrepreneur who wants to scale with intention. She shares how she built, grew, and successfully exited a business by focusing on financial clarity, client experience, and team empowerment.

You’ll hear:

• The importance of knowing your numbers and maintaining cash flow.
• Why empowering your team and communicating clearly is key to growth.
• The real strategy behind exiting a business and what to watch for when buying one (including how to avoid overpaying for “potential”).
• How Staci manages multiple ventures with delegation, clear expectations, and balance.
• Why mistakes are part of the process and how to trust your instincts as a leader.

Whether you’re scaling your first business, thinking about an exit, or simply trying to balance your passions with profitability, Staci’s insights will inspire you to lead with clarity and confidence.

Connect with Staci Millard

https://www.thriveaccounting.co

https://www.instagram.com/thriveaccounting/

https://www.instagram.com/staci.millard/

Resources

Websitehttps://thebusinessmanagementco.com/

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/amy.sussex/

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessManagementCo

A few of my fav things:

(please note these are affiliate links) 

Buzzsprout 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2271913

Dubsado 

dubsado.com/?c=amybmc 

Monarch Community

https://www.themonarchandco.com/a/2147532567/xoEjY7G2

This podcast is produced, mixed, and edited by Cardinal Studio. For more information about how to start your own podcast, please visit www.cardinalstudio.co or e-mail [email protected]

In today’s episode, Amy dives into a question she hears from so many entrepreneurs:
Why does it feel like my business is running me instead of me running my business?

If you’ve ever felt buried under sticky notes, stuck as the bottleneck in your business, or guilty about dropping balls with clients, you’re not alone. She has been there too. In fact, this summer she found herself in that same pattern, realizing that even as a systems strategist, her own business was running her.

In this conversation, she breaks down three clear signs your business is ready for stronger systems, plus a simple action step you can take today to bring more ease, flow, and freedom back into your business.

Because how you run your business doesn’t just affect your revenue, it affects your energy, creativity, and your ability to enjoy the freedom you started this whole thing for in the first place.

Resources

Websitehttps://thebusinessmanagementco.com/

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/amy.sussex/

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessManagementCo

A few of my fav things:

(please note these are affiliate links) 

Buzzsprout 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2271913

Dubsado 

dubsado.com/?c=amybmc 

Monarch Community

https://www.themonarchandco.com/a/2147532567/xoEjY7G2

This podcast is produced, mixed, and edited by Cardinal Studio. For more information about how to start your own podcast, please visit www.cardinalstudio.co or e-mail [email protected]

This episode marks a brand new chapter for me, my business, and this podcast. I’m sharing the full backstory of how this show began, the challenges that shaped my journey, and what led me to evolve from You Are Your Business into Beyond Your Business.

2023 was a year that tested me,  as a mom, a wife, and an entrepreneur. From personal loss and constant setbacks to questioning if I should even stay in business, I found myself at a crossroads. But through it all, I chose to take action, one small step at a time.

That decision,  to focus on connection, creativity, and growth is what led to this podcast. And now, as both I and my business have grown, it’s time for the podcast to grow with me.

Beyond Your Business is more than a name change. It’s about going deeper into leadership, alignment, and building a business that supports your life, not consumes it.

Resources

Websitehttps://thebusinessmanagementco.com/

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/amy.sussex/

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessManagementCo

A few of my fav things:

(please note these are affiliate links) 

Buzzsprout 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2271913

Dubsado 

dubsado.com/?c=amybmc 

Monarch Community

https://www.themonarchandco.com/a/2147532567/xoEjY7G2

This podcast is produced, mixed, and edited by Cardinal Studio. For more information about how to start your own podcast, please visit www.cardinalstudio.co or e-mail [email protected]

Something big has been happening behind the scenes, and I’m finally ready to share it: this podcast has officially rebranded.

When I launched my show, I was home with a one-year-old and a six-year-old, craving connection and real conversations outside of nap schedules and snack times. At the time, the name You Are Your Business felt true. As a solo entrepreneur, people were drawn to me, my story, my energy, my work. That season was about building relationships and finding my voice.

But as I’ve grown, so has my business. I’m stepping into leadership, building a team, and creating something bigger than myself. And I knew the podcast needed to evolve too.

That’s why I’m so excited to introduce you to the new name: Beyond Your Business.

This podcast has always been about more than just systems and strategy. It’s about leadership, intention, and creating success that actually feels good. It’s about building a business that supports your life; not one that takes it over.

If you’ve ever thought about pivoting, rebranding, or realigning your business, I hope my journey inspires you to embrace your own evolution.

New episodes drop starting October 15th and I cannot wait for you to hear them. Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss what’s coming next.

Resources

Websitehttps://thebusinessmanagementco.com/

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/amy.sussex/

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@TheBusinessManagementCo

A few of my fav things:

(please note these are affiliate links) 

Buzzsprout 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2271913

Dubsado 

dubsado.com/?c=amybmc 

Monarch Community

https://www.themonarchandco.com/a/2147532567/xoEjY7G2

This podcast is produced, mixed, and edited by Cardinal Studio. For more information about how to start your own podcast, please visit www.cardinalstudio.co or e-mail [email protected]