Episode 300: Real Talk on Growth, Grit, and Showing Up Authentically

The Small Business School Podcast

We made it to 300 episodes! In this milestone solo episode, I’m reflecting on the unexpected journey of starting a podcast (shoutout to Kristina Bartold from The Social Snippet!), and all the little lessons that have shaped me along the way. From CEO mindset shifts to the value of real human connection, I’m sharing a mash-up of the thoughts I’ve been posting on social lately—because the response to those has been incredible. Whether you're a parent juggling it all, a business owner trying to stay present, or someone just needing a pep talk—you’ll feel seen in this one.

Key topics covered:

• Why podcasting isn’t just about downloads—it’s about building relationships and finding your voice
• The importance of stepping out of your physical space to get a 50,000-foot view of your business
• Traveling for business as a parent—why it’s never a perfect balance, and that’s okay
• How real community (like High Vibe Women) fuels you in business and life
• The power of tiny moments of connection—with your clients, your team, your family
• Why you should smile at strangers, trust your gut more than tactics, and just keep going

Thanks for being here for 300 episodes. I’m so grateful. 💛

Mentioned in this episode: If you are running a business in Canada and you need help with all the things accounting related, but more importantly understanding the numbers I invite you to check out https://thriveaccounting.co/

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