The Family in Business Podcast

The Family in Business Podcast

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  • Language, How to Use it to Get What You Want

    Curious about how effective communication can elevate your business?

    The words we choose can shape our workplace culture and boost team motivation. Nick and Mark explore how purposeful communication can inspire and involve employees, whether they're on the sales floor or working behind the scenes. They talk about how to use language to truly motivate your team and understand the deeper purpose behind daily tasks. This episode is packed with practical advice on using language to build a more engaged and cohesive workplace.

    The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week, Mark Creedon, a Business Coach at Business Accelerator Mastermind, speaks with some of the best business minds in the world and shares simple, practical steps you can take to create the business you always wanted.

    About Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Business Accelerator Mastermind is a hands-on practical program aimed at driving results fast. Spearheaded by Mark and Caroline Creedon and a range of highly qualified experts, the program will give you back the freedom you hoped for when you first started your business or professional practice. With his coaching program, Business Accelerator Mastermind, Mark helps business owners maximize their time, set and achieve goals, while remaining accountable.

    In today’s podcast, We explore:

    • The words and phrases used in business impact team motivation and workplace culture.
    • Employees need to understand their purpose and reason behind daily tasks to stay motivated.
    • Team members must be involved in the process and feel part of the team.
    • Leaders can inspire and lead, but individuals need the tools and environment to find their own motivation.
    • Recognizing and celebrating achievements should include contributions from all team members.
    • Valuing and acknowledging the efforts of all departments equally is essential.
    • Leaders should use inclusive, respectful, and motivating language.
    • Successful leaders create an environment where the entire team can achieve success together.

    Resources/Links:

    • Mark Creedon LinkedIn
    • Mark Creedon Facebook
    • Business Accelerator Mastermind
    • Mastermind for Business Podcast

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    About the Families in Business Podcast

    The Families in Business podcast is for family business owners who want to grow a thriving business together, without sacrificing the relationships that matter most.

    Each week, Mark and Caroline Creedon bring you honest conversations about the real challenges and opportunities that come with running a business as a family - from scaling and systems, to succession planning, to making sure the business serves your life and not the other way around.

    Whether you're in the early growth phase or thinking about passing the business on to the next generation, this podcast will give you practical strategies and a fresh perspective on the family business journey.

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    About Your Hosts

    Mark and Caroline Creedon are business coaches with over three decades of hands-on experience helping Australian business owners build companies that give them more time, money and freedom. They understand the unique dynamics of running a business with family - because they live it themselves.

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    26 min
  • Stop People Interrupting You

    Ever wondered how to reclaim your time at work without feeling guilty? Picture this: your colleague asks, "Have you got a minute?" and instead of feeling obligated to drop everything, you confidently manage interruptions. In this episode, Mark unveils three straightforward strategies to regain control of your schedule. Discover how to set boundaries effectively, prioritize your tasks, and carve out uninterrupted moments for yourself. With these proven techniques, you'll strike the perfect balance between supporting your team and safeguarding your own productivity.

    The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week, Mark Creedon, a Business Coach at Business Accelerator Mastermind, speaks with some of the best business minds in the world and shares simple, practical steps you can take to create the business you always wanted.

    About Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Business Accelerator Mastermind is a hands-on practical program aimed at driving results fast. Spearheaded by Mark and Caroline Creedon and a range of highly qualified experts, the program will give you back the freedom you hoped for when you first started your business or professional practice. With his coaching program, Business Accelerator Mastermind, Mark helps business owners maximize their time, set and achieve goals, while remaining accountable.

    In today’s podcast, Mark explores:

    Strategies to minimize interruptions

    How to respond when asked, "Do you have a moment?"

    Your time matters: Setting boundaries effectively

    Effective questions to steer longer meetings

    Share our podcast with someone who might benefit, like, and subscribe…and let me know of future topics you’d like to hear about


    Resources/Links:

    Mark Creedon LinkedIn

    Mark Creedon Facebook

    Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Mastermind for Business Podcast


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    About the Families in Business Podcast

    The Families in Business podcast is for family business owners who want to grow a thriving business together, without sacrificing the relationships that matter most.

    Each week, Mark and Caroline Creedon bring you honest conversations about the real challenges and opportunities that come with running a business as a family - from scaling and systems, to succession planning, to making sure the business serves your life and not the other way around.

    Whether you're in the early growth phase or thinking about passing the business on to the next generation, this podcast will give you practical strategies and a fresh perspective on the family business journey.

    ----------

    About Your Hosts

    Mark and Caroline Creedon are business coaches with over three decades of hands-on experience helping Australian business owners build companies that give them more time, money and freedom. They understand the unique dynamics of running a business with family - because they live it themselves.

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    Subscribe for More

    New episodes drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss practical advice on growing your family business, planning for the future, and building something that lasts.

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    18 min
  • Getting Time Back (Replay)

    What would you do with an extra free day every month? What if you could regain a day every week?

    In this episode, Mark explains three things you can do to free up your time, boost your productivity, and change your life. In the whirlwind of modern life, our attention is constantly under siege from phones, emails, and a ceaseless stream of requests. To reclaim your time and sanity, listen in as Mark shares invaluable tips.

    The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week, Mark Creedon, a Business Coach at Business Accelerator Mastermind, speaks with some of the best business minds in the world and shares simple, practical steps you can take to create the business you always wanted.

    About Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Business Accelerator Mastermind is a hands-on practical program aimed at driving results fast. Spearheaded by Mark and Caroline Creedon and a range of highly qualified experts, the program will give you back the freedom you hoped for when you first started your business or professional practice. With his coaching program, Business Accelerator Mastermind, Mark helps business owners maximize their time, set and achieve goals, while remaining accountable.

    In today’s podcast, Mark explores:

    Phones, emails, and constant requests from others are the biggest culprits stealing your precious minutes.

    A US study revealed a shocking statistic - people check their email every 5-6 minutes!

    Tame the Inbox: batching emails

    Silence the Sirens: Turn off notifications

    Setting Boundaries: Use an auto-responder to manage expectations

    Similar to emails, how to batch your calls

    We'll tackle how to deal with interruptions from people in the next episode.

    Share our podcast with someone who might benefit, like, and subscribe…and let me know of future topics you’d like to hear about


    Resources/Links:

    Mark Creedon LinkedIn

    Mark Creedon Facebook

    Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Mastermind for Business Podcast


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    About the Families in Business Podcast

    The Families in Business podcast is for family business owners who want to grow a thriving business together, without sacrificing the relationships that matter most.

    Each week, Mark and Caroline Creedon bring you honest conversations about the real challenges and opportunities that come with running a business as a family - from scaling and systems, to succession planning, to making sure the business serves your life and not the other way around.

    Whether you're in the early growth phase or thinking about passing the business on to the next generation, this podcast will give you practical strategies and a fresh perspective on the family business journey.

    ----------

    About Your Hosts

    Mark and Caroline Creedon are business coaches with over three decades of hands-on experience helping Australian business owners build companies that give them more time, money and freedom. They understand the unique dynamics of running a business with family - because they live it themselves.

    ----------

    Subscribe for More

    New episodes drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss practical advice on growing your family business, planning for the future, and building something that lasts.

    ----------

    Enjoyed this episode?

    If this episode resonated with you, please leave a comment or review. It helps other family business owners find the show and join the conversation.

    14 min
  • The Three Essential Ingredients to Scale for Freedom

    In this episode, Mark discusses the Three C's essential for successfully scaling a business to achieve your goals: Communication, Compromise, and Community. Mark shares the pivotal role communication plays across many aspects of business in addressing common issues like cash flow, employee underperformance, and client satisfaction. Effective communication involves listening, understanding, acknowledging, and asking open questions. Compromise is a crucial element in resolving conflicts and fostering healthy relationships between parties. Finally, building a supportive community of like-minded peers is recommended to gain valuable insights and support. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week, Mark Creedon, a Business Coach at Business Accelerator Mastermind, speaks with some of the best business minds in the world and shares simple, practical steps you can take to create the business you always wanted.

    About Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Business Accelerator Mastermind is a hands-on practical program aimed at driving results fast. Spearheaded by Mark and Caroline Creedon and a range of highly qualified experts, the program will give you back the freedom you hoped for when you first started your business or professional practice. With his coaching program, Business Accelerator Mastermind, Mark helps business owners maximize their time, set and achieve goals, while remaining accountable.

    In today’s podcast, Mark explores:

    Three C’s for successfully scaling your business

    Communication may be the most important across all areas

    Common issues - cash flow - how ‘communication’ could avert this problem

    Employee underperformance - have you communicated clearly?

    Client issues - have they received clear communications from you?

    Learn to listen, understand, acknowledge, ask open questions

    Compromise - it goes both ways between two parties - are you open to it?

    Community - find a peer group of carefully curated, like-minded people

    Look at your business issues through the lens of the Three C’s

    If you know someone who could benefit, share this podcast with them


    Resources/Links:

    Email us for a spot in our July Mastermind Intensive

    Mark Creedon LinkedIn

    Mark Creedon Facebook

    Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Mastermind for Business Podcast


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    About the Families in Business Podcast

    The Families in Business podcast is for family business owners who want to grow a thriving business together, without sacrificing the relationships that matter most.

    Each week, Mark and Caroline Creedon bring you honest conversations about the real challenges and opportunities that come with running a business as a family - from scaling and systems, to succession planning, to making sure the business serves your life and not the other way around.

    Whether you're in the early growth phase or thinking about passing the business on to the next generation, this podcast will give you practical strategies and a fresh perspective on the family business journey.

    ----------

    About Your Hosts

    Mark and Caroline Creedon are business coaches with over three decades of hands-on experience helping Australian business owners build companies that give them more time, money and freedom. They understand the unique dynamics of running a business with family - because they live it themselves.

    ----------

    Subscribe for More

    New episodes drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss practical advice on growing your family business, planning for the future, and building something that lasts.

    ----------

    Enjoyed this episode?

    If this episode resonated with you, please leave a comment or review. It helps other family business owners find the show and join the conversation.

    29 min
  • What’s Holding You Back

    Are you “stuck in the trenches” running your business instead of growing it? This episode will help you discover your ideal role, delegate tasks, and set clear goals. You'll learn how to target spending just 20-30% of your time on hands-on tasks, freeing yourself up to focus on the big-picture growth strategies that will propel your business forward. So what is holding you back?   Is comfort with the status quo hindering your true potential?  We'll help you identify these roadblocks and empower you to take action.  By setting achievable timelines for your short-term, mid-term, and long-term goals, and ensuring your team is aligned with your vision, you can finally break free from the trenches and achieve the success you deserve. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week, Mark Creedon, a Business Coach at Business Accelerator Mastermind, speaks with some of the best business minds in the world and shares simple, practical steps you can take to create the business you always wanted.

    About Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Business Accelerator Mastermind is a hands-on practical program aimed at driving results fast. Spearheaded by Mark and Caroline Creedon and a range of highly qualified experts, the program will give you back the freedom you hoped for when you first started your business or professional practice. With his coaching program, Business Accelerator Mastermind, Mark helps business owners maximize their time, set and achieve goals while remaining accountable.

    In today’s podcast, Mark explores:

    The problem of remaining “in the trenches” of your business

    Is this the highest and best use of your time?

    Identify what you want to do with your business

    What aspects do you enjoy doing? What return are you getting on those tasks?

    A Case Study - Nursing

    Target 20-30% of your time for working “in the trenches”

    70% should be spent growing your business

    Set a timeline for your goals for the next 90 days, 12 months, 3 years

    Whatever percent you want to spend in the trenches, you must find someone to handle the rest

    YOU may be the one holding yourself back - is it fear?

    Comfort with your current status quo may be the problem

    Have you laid out a path for your team - do they know where they are going?

    Recapping the steps

    Metropole Mastermind can help you with all these steps

    If you know someone who could benefit, share this podcast with them


    Resources/Links:

    Email us for a spot in our July Mastermind Intensive

    Mark Creedon LinkedIn

    Mark Creedon Facebook

    Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Mastermind for Business Podcast


    ----------

    About the Families in Business Podcast

    The Families in Business podcast is for family business owners who want to grow a thriving business together, without sacrificing the relationships that matter most.

    Each week, Mark and Caroline Creedon bring you honest conversations about the real challenges and opportunities that come with running a business as a family - from scaling and systems, to succession planning, to making sure the business serves your life and not the other way around.

    Whether you're in the early growth phase or thinking about passing the business on to the next generation, this podcast will give you practical strategies and a fresh perspective on the family business journey.

    ----------

    About Your Hosts

    Mark and Caroline Creedon are business coaches with over three decades of hands-on experience helping Australian business owners build companies that give them more time, money and freedom. They understand the unique dynamics of running a business with family - because they live it themselves.

    ----------

    Subscribe for More

    New episodes drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss practical advice on growing your family business, planning for the future, and building something that lasts.

    ----------

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    If this episode resonated with you, please leave a comment or review. It helps other family business owners find the show and join the conversation.

    23 min
  • Your Success Thermostat and Your Message

    Where is your “success thermostat” set? Do you ever wonder if there's more to achieve, but just aren't sure where to start? This episode dives deep into the mindset shifts and goal-setting strategies that will take you from "as good as it gets" to exceeding your wildest dreams. Learn how to find your ideal clients, craft a powerful message, and surround yourself with the right people to explode your success. Metropole Mastermind will equip you with the tools and support to reach your ultimate potential. Tune in and get ready to crank up the thermostat on your success!

    The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week, Mark Creedon, a Business Coach at Business Accelerator Mastermind, speaks with some of the best business minds in the world and shares simple, practical steps you can take to create the business you always wanted.

    About Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Business Accelerator Mastermind is a hands on practical program aimed at driving results fast. Spearheaded by Mark and Caroline Creedon and a range of highly qualified experts, the program will give you back the freedom you hoped for when you first started your business or professional practice. With his coaching program, Business Accelerator Mastermind, Mark helps business owners maximize their time, set and achieve goals, while remaining accountable.

    In today’s podcast Mark explores:

    Where is your “thermostat” set?

    If you are the most successful person in your group, you’re in the wrong group

    Think about your mindset, do you believe “this is as good as it gets”?

    Setting “stretch goals” and SMART goals

    How close are you to your “goal level” right now?

    Finding mentors and like-minded groups

    Finding your ideal client and your message

    Six steps to your brand or business messaging

    Metropole Mastermind can help you with all these steps

    If you know someone who could benefit, share this podcast with them


    Resources/Links:

    Book: Start with Why Email us for a spot in our July Mastermind Intensive

    Email Mark for the 5 Drivers worksheet

    Mark Creedon LinkedIn

    Mark Creedon Facebook

    Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Mastermind for Business Podcast


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    About the Families in Business Podcast

    The Families in Business podcast is for family business owners who want to grow a thriving business together, without sacrificing the relationships that matter most.

    Each week, Mark and Caroline Creedon bring you honest conversations about the real challenges and opportunities that come with running a business as a family - from scaling and systems, to succession planning, to making sure the business serves your life and not the other way around.

    Whether you're in the early growth phase or thinking about passing the business on to the next generation, this podcast will give you practical strategies and a fresh perspective on the family business journey.

    ----------

    About Your Hosts

    Mark and Caroline Creedon are business coaches with over three decades of hands-on experience helping Australian business owners build companies that give them more time, money and freedom. They understand the unique dynamics of running a business with family - because they live it themselves.

    ----------

    Subscribe for More

    New episodes drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss practical advice on growing your family business, planning for the future, and building something that lasts.

    ----------

    Enjoyed this episode?

    If this episode resonated with you, please leave a comment or review. It helps other family business owners find the show and join the conversation.

    27 min
  • Three Steps to Work On The Right Things In Your Business

    Everyone makes “to-do” lists. Do you have a “not-to-do” list? In this episode, Mark shares a simple three-step process to get you working on the right things in your business. You’ll hear about how to identify the essential drivers propelling your business forward, ranging from personal satisfaction to performance outcomes. There is a helpful self-assessment tool you can use to help your process, and Mark shares the importance of gradual movement for sustainable growth.

    The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week, Mark Creedon, a Business Coach at Business Accelerator Mastermind, speaks with some of the best business minds in the world and shares simple, practical steps you can take to create the business you always wanted.

    About Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Business Accelerator Mastermind is a hands-on practical program aimed at driving results fast. Spearheaded by Mark and Caroline Creedon and a range of highly qualified experts, the program will give you back the freedom you hoped for when you first started your business or professional practice. With his coaching program, Business Accelerator Mastermind, Mark helps business owners maximize their time, set and achieve goals, while remaining accountable.

    In today’s podcast Mark explores:

    Identify the drivers in your business- (ie personal satisfaction, results, performance)

    3-5 things you could focus on right now

    Using this tool in your personal life

    Professional vs. personal drivers

    Score yourself on a scale of 1-5 on each

    What needs to happen to ‘move the needle’ on your score?

    Movement needs to be gradual to be sustainable

    Transferring to-do’s from your brain to your calendar frees your mind

    Do you have a “not-to-do” list!?

    If you know someone who could benefit, share this podcast with them


    Resources/Links:

    Email us for a spot in our July Mastermind Intensive

    Email Mark for the 5 Drivers worksheet

    Mark Creedon LinkedIn

    Mark Creedon Facebook

    Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Mastermind for Business Podcast


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    About the Families in Business Podcast

    The Families in Business podcast is for family business owners who want to grow a thriving business together, without sacrificing the relationships that matter most.

    Each week, Mark and Caroline Creedon bring you honest conversations about the real challenges and opportunities that come with running a business as a family - from scaling and systems, to succession planning, to making sure the business serves your life and not the other way around.

    Whether you're in the early growth phase or thinking about passing the business on to the next generation, this podcast will give you practical strategies and a fresh perspective on the family business journey.

    ----------

    About Your Hosts

    Mark and Caroline Creedon are business coaches with over three decades of hands-on experience helping Australian business owners build companies that give them more time, money and freedom. They understand the unique dynamics of running a business with family - because they live it themselves.

    ----------

    Subscribe for More

    New episodes drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss practical advice on growing your family business, planning for the future, and building something that lasts.

    ----------

    Enjoyed this episode?

    If this episode resonated with you, please leave a comment or review. It helps other family business owners find the show and join the conversation.

    27 min
  • The Importance of Patience, Sequencing, and Value

    In this episode, Mark examines how to use patience as a tool to achieve your business goals. He also looks at the importance of sequencing, how to do things in the right order when it comes to projects or scaling your business as well as recruitment and induction. Getting the sequence right will help you to develop people to the point where the business becomes a whole lot less reliant on you. Finally, Mark looks at how to make sure your ‘value proposition’ is crystal clear.

    The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week, Mark Creedon, a Business Coach at Business Accelerator Mastermind, speaks with some of the best business minds in the world and shares simple, practical steps you can take to create the business you always wanted.

    About Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Business Accelerator Mastermind is a hands-on practical program aimed at driving results fast. Spearheaded by Mark and Caroline Creedon and a range of highly qualified experts, the program will give you back the freedom you hoped for when you first started your business or professional practice. With his coaching program, Business Accelerator Mastermind, Mark helps business owners maximize their time, set and achieve goals while remaining accountable.

    In today’s podcast, Mark explores:

    Patience is okay if the result is on its way

    Being bullish vs. stretch goals

    Nick and his teenage rugby coach’s advice

    Using a sprint planner

    Linking your patience to a known goal

    Staying on track - are you getting closer to your goal?

    Sequencing - are you doing things in the right order?

    Case study - research on market pricing

    Examining and simplifying the sales process

    Are the right people in place?

    When and how to put training in place

    Four requirements around the value of your product or service

    Recap and takeaways

    If you know someone who could benefit, share this podcast with them


    Resources/Links:

    Email Caroline for a Sprint planner

    Email us for a spot in our July Mastermind Intensive

    Mark Creedon LinkedIn

    Mark Creedon Facebook

    Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Mastermind for Business Podcast


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    About the Families in Business Podcast

    The Families in Business podcast is for family business owners who want to grow a thriving business together, without sacrificing the relationships that matter most.

    Each week, Mark and Caroline Creedon bring you honest conversations about the real challenges and opportunities that come with running a business as a family - from scaling and systems, to succession planning, to making sure the business serves your life and not the other way around.

    Whether you're in the early growth phase or thinking about passing the business on to the next generation, this podcast will give you practical strategies and a fresh perspective on the family business journey.

    ----------

    About Your Hosts

    Mark and Caroline Creedon are business coaches with over three decades of hands-on experience helping Australian business owners build companies that give them more time, money and freedom. They understand the unique dynamics of running a business with family - because they live it themselves.

    ----------

    Subscribe for More

    New episodes drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss practical advice on growing your family business, planning for the future, and building something that lasts.

    ----------

    Enjoyed this episode?

    If this episode resonated with you, please leave a comment or review. It helps other family business owners find the show and join the conversation.

    31 min
  • Solving 5 Common Problems in Business

    In this episode, Mark talks about the 5 most common problems he sees and why the traditional approach won't fix them. From managing expectations, treating only the symptoms, to cultural clashes and dealing with people who are constantly busy, if you know someone who might benefit from practical journaling tips and strategies for navigating these common issues, share this podcast with them!

    The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week, Mark Creedon, a Business Coach at Business Accelerator Mastermind, speaks with some of the best business minds in the world and shares simple, practical steps you can take to create the business you always wanted.

    About Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Business Accelerator Mastermind is a hands-on practical program aimed at driving results fast. Spearheaded by Mark and Caroline Creedon and a range of highly qualified experts, the program will give you back the freedom you hoped for when you first started your business or professional practice. With his coaching program, Business Accelerator Mastermind, Mark helps business owners maximize their time, set and achieve goals, while remaining accountable.

    In today’s podcast, Mark explores:

    The ceremony of writing in a beautiful journal with a fountain pen

    Reading the book, “Write it Down…”

    A writing exercise to try

    Getting clarity on the root issues- don’t just treat symptoms

    Expectations, micromanaging

    Cultural issues, conflicts

    Sales, profit, and people who are “too busy”

    If you know someone who could benefit, share this podcast with them


    Resources/Links:

    Book: Write it Down

    Mark Creedon LinkedIn

    Mark Creedon Facebook

    Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Mastermind for Business Podcast


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    About the Families in Business Podcast

    The Families in Business podcast is for family business owners who want to grow a thriving business together, without sacrificing the relationships that matter most.

    Each week, Mark and Caroline Creedon bring you honest conversations about the real challenges and opportunities that come with running a business as a family - from scaling and systems, to succession planning, to making sure the business serves your life and not the other way around.

    Whether you're in the early growth phase or thinking about passing the business on to the next generation, this podcast will give you practical strategies and a fresh perspective on the family business journey.

    ----------

    About Your Hosts

    Mark and Caroline Creedon are business coaches with over three decades of hands-on experience helping Australian business owners build companies that give them more time, money and freedom. They understand the unique dynamics of running a business with family - because they live it themselves.

    ----------

    Subscribe for More

    New episodes drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss practical advice on growing your family business, planning for the future, and building something that lasts.

    ----------

    Enjoyed this episode?

    If this episode resonated with you, please leave a comment or review. It helps other family business owners find the show and join the conversation.

    32 min
  • 5 Steps to Get Your Team on Board

    If you ever wished your team would be on the same page as you, here are five steps to achieve that for you. Mark and Nick chat about the importance of clear communication with your team. Just like you wouldn't get in a car without knowing the destination, your team needs to understand the goals of your business as well as the journey to get there. This includes creating opportunities for feedback (suggestion boxes, open-door policies), addressing concerns, and giving feedback to close the loop. Finally, fostering collaboration is key - break down silos and brainstorm together with your team for the best results.

    The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week, Mark Creedon, a Business Coach at Business Accelerator Mastermind, speaks with some of the best business minds in the world and shares simple, practical steps you can take to create the business you always wanted.

    About Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Business Accelerator Mastermind is a hands-on practical program aimed at driving results fast. Spearheaded by Mark and Caroline Creedon and a range of highly qualified experts, the program will give you back the freedom you hoped for when you first started your business or professional practice. With his coaching program, Business Accelerator Mastermind, Mark helps business owners maximize their time, set and achieve goals while remaining accountable.

    In today’s podcast, Mark explores:

    Have you shared your destination with your team?

    The journey to your destination must also be clear

    Opportunities for input, motivation

    Addressing concerns, suggestion boxes, open door policies- set up a process

    Listening to input, providing feedback, closing the loop

    Collaboration - is your team functioning in silos?

    If you know someone who could benefit, share this podcast with them


    Resources/Links:

    Book: Buy Back Your Time

    Mark Creedon LinkedIn

    Mark Creedon Facebook

    Business Accelerator Mastermind

    Mastermind for Business Podcast


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    About the Families in Business Podcast

    The Families in Business podcast is for family business owners who want to grow a thriving business together, without sacrificing the relationships that matter most.

    Each week, Mark and Caroline Creedon bring you honest conversations about the real challenges and opportunities that come with running a business as a family - from scaling and systems, to succession planning, to making sure the business serves your life and not the other way around.

    Whether you're in the early growth phase or thinking about passing the business on to the next generation, this podcast will give you practical strategies and a fresh perspective on the family business journey.

    ----------

    About Your Hosts

    Mark and Caroline Creedon are business coaches with over three decades of hands-on experience helping Australian business owners build companies that give them more time, money and freedom. They understand the unique dynamics of running a business with family - because they live it themselves.

    ----------

    Subscribe for More

    New episodes drop every week. Subscribe so you never miss practical advice on growing your family business, planning for the future, and building something that lasts.

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About The Family in Business Podcast

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"For families who build businesses, and businesses that strengthen families”