When you're running a business, it often feels like there's never a moment to catch your breath, with a constant stream of tasks demanding your attention.
This week's podcast looks into the significance of occasionally hitting the pause button. This allows you to assess what's working, take stock, and give yourself a moment to breathe!
I'll be discussing how the concept of 'pause' functions in coaching, whether you're in the role of a coach or a coachee (client).
Remember that any form of educating your clients is a type of coaching.
Plus, we'll look at the value of taking a break from your content creation process, especially if you regularly produce long-form content like blogs, vlogs, or podcasts.
This can be quite demanding, and taking breaks provides the opportunity to analyze what resonates with your audience or community.
Understanding what they find most valuable means you can produce more of the content they enjoy.
I'm also sharing the power of a 'mini-pause'. When you're feeling overwhelmed and frazzled, even stepping outside for a mere 15 minutes can do wonders.
Topics and timings in this episode:
0.20 - Introduction to this episode
1.10 - Why the podcast is taking a break.
1.50 - The power of the pause in business and coaching.
3.10 - What a pause gives you as a coach.
3.55 - What the pause gives to your client or coachee.
8.20 - The power of pause in your content and why it’s ok to take a break.
9.10 - How long it takes to create and promote this podcast.
10.40 - Don't feel guilty for stepping off the content treadmill, particularly if you create long form content like a blog, podcast or video.
12.54 - Why I’m pausing to improve what I offer.
16.10 - Advice on pitching to podcasts and making it about them not you.
17.14 - Recap over the guests from this season.
23.12 - How I choose guests for this podcasts.
24.20 - Taking a mini-pause when you’re feeling stuck.
26.17 - How the beta and alpha waves work in your brain.
28.07 - What to do if you would like to work together - head to my work with me page here.
Links mentioned in this episode:
The power of building relationships with Kerry Jordan
Step away from the computer and meet your community with Hayley Bonwick
What happens outside your comfort zone with Sarah Jones
Growing your pet business with networking with Hayley Hilton
Creating a pet business that makes you happy with Jane Ardern
How the Trust Equation works for your pet business
Navigating controversy as a small business owner
The rollercoaster of being your own boss
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Check out my pet blog and directory at www.thepawpost.co.uk
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