In this episode, Fiona chats with Shehreen, founder of 71 Bay, a homewares business that partners with female artisans in Bangladesh. Shehreen talks about the challenges of balancing multiple roles and her commitment to sustainability and fair trade. Tune in!

You'll Learn How To:

• The inspiration behind 71 Bay
• Moving from Bangladesh to Melbourne
• Combining creative and business aspects
• The significance of Jute and Kantha products
• Challenges in running an international business
• Creating sustainable and ethical supply chains
• Combining motherhood with entrepreneurship
• Time management strategies
• Community and support networks for business owners
• The role of deep rest in productivity
• Advice for aspiring ethical business owners
• Useful business resources and tools

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In this episode, Fiona explores a fun and insightful activity to help you think about your business and life in new ways. Learn how to create your dream advisory board and discover the benefits it can bring to your personal and professional growth. Tune in!

You'll Learn How To:

• Definition and purpose of an advisory board vs. a board of directors
• Steps to create your dream advisory board
• Identifying key areas of expertise
• Examples of potential advisors and their roles
• Utilizing available resources
• Practical tips for leveraging your network
• Encouragement to apply the exercise to both business and personal life.

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In this episode, Fiona shares her personal journey of evolving her business over nine years. Learn how aligning her business with her values has allowed her to thrive. Tune in!

You'll Learn How To:

• Personal business journey and evolution
• The importance of aligning business
• Experiences with corporate consulting
• Impact of personal events
• Initial steps and strategies for starting a business
• Developing and offering workshops and courses
• Building a business that supports life balance and well-being
• Challenges and lessons learned from working with clients
• Strategies for marketing and growing a small business
• The role of strategic partnerships in business growth
• Insights from working with a business coach
• Launching and testing group coaching and courses
• Managing a business while on maternity leave
• Dealing with personal challenges
• The impact of COVID-19 on business and personal life
• Expanding the business globally through podcasts and books
• Maintaining work-life balance and prioritising health
• Rebranding the business to align with future goals
• The importance of aligning business practices with personal values
• Coping with significant personal losses and their impact on business decision

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