The Impact Ripple - Hiring and Leadership for Visionary Female Business Owners

In this episode of The Impact Ripple podcast, I'm thrilled to be joined by Brittany Ratelle, Small Business Lawyer, to explore the legal concerns and considerations of artificial intelligence and its impact on small businesses.

Together, Brittany and I unravel the mysteries of AI, shedding light on its accessibility for entrepreneurs while also cautioning against its potential pitfalls. Brittany discusses copyright co...

In the second episode of our AI series for leaders, Ajia Allen, Owner and Principal Strategist of Digalyne, a digital strategy agency, joins me to discuss the importance of and need for diversity and inclusivity in the development of generative AI tools. 

We kick things off by exploring the meaning of BIPOC – Black, Indigenous, and People of Color – as a term highlighting the importance of including Black and Indigenous co...

Join me and Abby Herman, a Fractional Marketing Director, in this fantastic podcast episode that kicks off our AI series for leaders where we uncover the incredible world of AI and its game-changing role in small businesses. 

Together, we explore the basics of artificial intelligence (AI), how it seamlessly integrates into our daily lives, and how it's making big waves in small businesses with applications like Chatbots and Cha...

It’s no secret that hiring has changed over the past few years and it’s harder to hire now than ever before. Or is it…

In this solo episode, I break down the challenges small businesses are facing when it comes to hiring (including a shifting power dynamic) and discuss the rise of the “belief-driven employee” and what employees really want.

In a world where it seems like “nobody wants to work anymore,” I bust comm...

In this engaging episode of the Impact Ripple podcast, I sat down with the incredibly talented Ketmanee Whitlock to chat about her transformative journey in the beauty industry. 

Ketmanee, the visionary behind Edify Salon, shares about her commitment to creating a salon space that goes beyond beauty, emphasizing collaboration, inclusivity, and breaking free from traditional industry norms. 

Our discussion navigate...

Disability accommodations.

What are they? And should you be providing them in your small business?

Join me for an empowering conversation on The Impact Ripple podcast with the incredible Dannie Lynn Fountain as we explore the world of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace, with a focus on disability inclusion and accessibility.

Dannie Lynn is a Disability Accommodations Program Manager ...

Have you ever thought team building was cheesy and a total waste of time?

But what if it could be truly impactful for your business and team (minus the cheese factor)? 

If it could help your team understand one another better, be more empathetic, collaborate more effectively, and problem solve together, without always running to you?

What if it could be thoughtful, intentional, and even fun? Yes, I said F...

In this episode of The Impact Ripple podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with my brilliant friend and colleague, Dr. Carrie Graham, an expert in effective training for adult learners.

If you have or are growing your team, you will need to provide them with training. Whether it’s new hire training or opportunities to help them grow and develop during their time with you, training is critical for having a profitable, sustainable, ...

In this episode of "The Impact Ripple," I dive into the complex challenges faced by employers and hiring managers in our evolving post-pandemic landscape. It's no secret that hiring has become increasingly tricky, with a staggering 77% of employers worldwide struggling to fill open positions, marking a 17-year high. We take a deep dive into the common hurdles employers grapple with when it comes to hiring – from attr...

In this season finale episode of The Impact Ripple Podcast, I reflect on the enlightening conversations I had during "money month" with three esteemed guests from the finance industry sharing valuable insights to empower you on your hiring journey.

Episode 22 - How to Shift Your Money Mindset and Start Hiring Your Dream Team with Christine Walsh

Episode 23 - Breaking the Money Taboo: Overcoming Emotional Barriers ...

Are you struggling to make informed financial decisions when it comes to hiring for your small business? Tune in to this episode of The Impact Ripple Podcast where we demystify the financial numbers and share expert tips on how to be intentional with your hiring process and paying yourself as a business owner.

In this episode, I spoke with Carla Titus, the owner of Wealth and Worth Within, where she and I broke down the fi...

Are your money emotions holding you back?

On this episode of The Impact Ripple Podcast, I sat down with my friend and Financial Coach, Keina Newell, founder of Wealth Over Now, to talk about building generational wealth, creating a values-aligned budget that feels liberating, and making investments that deliver more than just a financial return.

Keina shares about the way the emotions we associate with money can h...

This episode kicks off our Money Month series, where we’re diving deep into all things around money and finances as a business owner who’s growing a team!

In this episode, I chat with Christine Walsh, a financial coach who helps women entrepreneurs overcome financial fears and increase their income. We discuss the impact that our beliefs and mindset about money can have on a business owner's ability to grow their busi...

Hey leader, if you find yourself in need of a dose of heartfelt goodness and encouragement today, take a listen to this episode of The Impact Ripple podcast with my dear friend and coach, Lee Chaix McDonough.

Lee is the Founder of Coach with Clarity, where she helps women in helping professions create flexible and meaningful businesses that serve their people and support their families – without selling their souls. 
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In this episode, we’re talking all about health and wellness at work. Something small business owners – and especially female business owners – struggle with often. Joining me for this conversation is Amber Gourley, a Functional and Integrative Dietitian and owner of Heal U.

We start our conversation by chatting about the importance of prioritizing health and wellness for small business owners and leaders. Amber shares he...

Recently, I had the pleasure of sitting down for a conversation with Maritza Shay Nelson, an employment law attorney who specializes in supporting small businesses and non-profit organizations. 

You might be thinking, “Sheesh! HR *and* Legal? Are you trying to bore me to death?” But I promise you’re going to love this conversation, because Shay and I had SO much fun and shared loads of laughs, along with valuable insights ...

I’m excited to welcome our first attorney on The Impact Ripple podcast this week, Alexis Tahinci, of Tahinci Law Firm! Alexis is an employment law and civil rights attorney who works on behalf of employees who are filing claims against their employers.

While this may sound counterintuitive to some, what I find most powerful about this collaboration is that Alexis was able to share the most common complaints employees are ...

Have you ever felt anxious thinking about hiring the wrong person for your small business?

If so, you’re in luck! Because that’s exactly what I’m diving into on this episode of The Impact Riple podcast.

Hiring the right person is something every business owner wants.

BUT being *able* to hire the right person and *actually* hiring the right person…well, that’s a bit of a different story.

As someo...

Are you a fan of conflict?

I’m guessing you probably answered, “Absolutely not!!” to that question. You might have even thought, “I’d rather get a root canal.”

If you’re like most of the business owners we work with at SproutHR, you don’t enjoy conflict. I can’t blame you! Most of us weren’t taught how to handle conflict effectively and some of us learned through a lot of trial and error (raises hand!).