It started off as an experiment and now it’s time to conclude this season of Simply Biz Besties (cue soppy music!). But not before we do some reflection and analysis! We’re also going to be giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what it took to produce the podcast — from tech to editing to promotion — and a whole lot more!

And while doing this podcast has been an absolute blast and we’ve grown so much as business owners, we’ll have you know that it was not all sunshine and rainbows. Yip, producing a co-hosted podcast had its fair share of conflict and a few disagreements — so we’re going to be sharing a bit more about how we dealt with the conflict and how the podcast ultimately came out stronger for it!

One of our big wins, looking back, was to establish a workflow that effectively repeated every week. This really helped us to “walk the talk” and keep things simple and flowing! In the episode, we also take a moment to celebrate the many wins that we achieved during this season.

There’s something in this episode for everyone, whether you’re considering starting a podcast, doing a joint venture with a business friend, or experimenting in your business in 2021. So tune in!

As for the Simply Biz Besties podcast, we don’t have plans to do another season at this stage, but this season will continue to be available wherever you listen to podcasts for the foreseeable future. Thank you so much for your support! And before 2020 is over, please take some time to celebrate your wins and reflect on your accomplishments this year — we’re certain there are way more than you think!

For show notes, go to Simply Biz Besties.

What activities ENERGIZE you? Can you think of a few? Great! Now you have the answer to the question: What is self care?

And that’s a really important question for you as a business owner.

Over the last season, the Simply Biz Besties have shared a lot about what it takes to start, run, and grow a business. But the reality is that all of the strategies, tips and tactics we’ve shared up to now are going to be useless if YOU, the very heart and soul of your business, are lying on the couch, completely burnt out.

So in today’s episode, we’re wrapping up this season of Simply Biz Besties by talking about self care for business owners—with the hearty encouragement for you to prioritize self care. It really is a non-negotiable. And if you’re feeling like self care is selfish, then just listen to the show, because we’ll convince you that self care is probably the most selfless thing you can do for your family, your community, and your business.

So in today’s episode, we’re wrapping up this season (well, just about)* of Simply Biz Besties by talking about self care for business owners—with the hearty encouragement for you to prioritize self care. It really is a non-negotiable. And if you’re feeling like self care is selfish, then just listen to the show, because we’ll convince you that self care is probably the most selfless thing you can do for your family, your community, and your business.

Now just in case you’re wondering, self care doesn’t have to be about bubble baths and pedicures—especially if these activities don’t energize you. Because remember, self care is any activity that energizes you. As such, self care activities in your business could include things as seemingly mundane as creating a schedule that honors your natural energy levels, doing a budget, or outsourcing work that falls outside of your Zone of Genius.

We’ll also be sharing each of our own self care routines and how self care has even been embraced by every member of our families—big and small.

So if professional development and being part of a community of biz besties energizes you, tune in—you’ll be practicing self care as you listen!

* Yes, this is our last official episode of this season, but we will be back next week with a reflection episode, where we’ll be sharing what it’s been like to launch and record a co-hosted podcast. There’ll be some practical podcasting tips and also some behind-the-scenes of our successes and challenges along the way.

For show notes, visit Simply Biz Besties.

For show notes, visit Simply Biz Besties.