CEO Hacks for Small Business Success with Donna Dube

Getting to the Bottom Line: Conversations to help business owners maximize revenue, profit, and cash flow

Unlock the secrets to optimizing your business with actionable strategies from the experts! In this episode of Getting to the Bottom Line, I'm thrilled to welcome Donna Dube, owner of CEO Amplify, who shares her remarkable journey from project management to becoming an operational consulting guru. We dive into the essentials of strategic planning and foundational processes that are crucial for any business aiming to enhance revenue and profitability. Donna introduces the innovative "idea parking lot" system, a practical tool designed to help manage new ideas and maintain focus on core business goals.
Discover the art of effective delegation and how it can transform your business growth. We shed light on distinguishing between maintenance and growth tasks, emphasizing the importance of delegating routine work to focus on activities that drive your business forward. Donna and I discuss the common hurdles in delegation, including reluctance and delayed hiring, offering proactive hiring strategies and the significance of clear communication and documentation to ensure seamless operations.
We also tackle the critical aspects of hiring and data analysis for business growth. Learn why letting go of perfection is key to effective delegation and how to determine the right time to hire additional help. Financial readiness is crucial, and we explore the importance of financial planning and having a buffer for payroll management. Lastly, we delve into the power of time management strategies like time tracking and calendar blocking, sharing practical tools like the CEO Power Hour Playbook to help you focus on growth-level activities and achieve long-term success. Join us and equip yourself with the knowledge to optimize your business operations effectively!
To learn more about my guest, Donna Dube, visit her online at www.ceoamplify.ca and don't forget to crab a copy of her CEO Power Hour Playbook here: www.ceoamplify.ca/powerhour
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My name is Stephanie Smith, owner of New Light Financial Solutions, and we help business owners stay on the one clear path to generating more cash flow in their business. To learn more, visit us online at https://newlightfs.com/
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Capitoli

1. Business Efficiency and Optimization (00:00:00)

2. Effective Delegation Strategies for Businesses (00:08:36)

3. Navigating Hiring Decisions for Business (00:14:51)

4. Analyzing Business Data for Growth (00:18:03)

5. Effective Time Management Strategies (00:28:51)