EP 50: Win the Hour, Win the Day: Time Management Skills to Improve Your Business with Kris Ward

EP 50: Win the Hour, Win the Day: Time Management Skills to Improve Your Business with Kris Ward

28:222024-08-27

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Are you tired of juggling too many tasks and feeling like your business is running you, instead of the other way around?In this episode of the Acquire Podcast, I'm thrilled to sit down with Kris Ward, a true productivity powerhouse and team-building strategist. Kris brings her wealth of experience to our conversation, where we dig into some of the most crucial aspects of running a successful online business—everything from smart time management and optimizing your calendar to building a dream team that doesn’t require you to micromanage every detail. We also explore the common traps entrepreneurs fall into when managing virtual assistants and how to harness their full potential without turning them into task robots.I know you're going to love this conversation because it's packed with actionable insights, whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your team dynamics for greater growth. On This Week’s Episode, We Discuss:The Difference Between Corporate and Entrepreneurial Team Models: Kris explains why applying a corporate model to your entrepreneurial team can limit growth and how to build a team that’s aligned with your business’s unique needs.The Pitfalls of Micromanagement: We dive into why micromanaging can stifle your team's creativity and productivity, and Kris shares strategies to foster a culture of empowerment and trust.Maximizing Virtual Assistants’ Potential: Kris sheds light on how to avoid common mistakes with virtual assistants, transforming them into valuable team members instead of task executors.Effective Time and Energy Management: Learn Kris’s top strategies for managing not just your time but also your energy. Discover how leveraging your calendar effectively can drastically improve productivity.Discovering Your Business Persona: We explore how understanding your own business persona can help you identify strengths and weaknesses, allowing you to play to your strengths and build a team that complements your skills.Team Building Strategies for Different Business Stages: From start-ups to scaling, Kris and I discuss strategies for building and aligning your team structure with your business goals at every stage of growth.Empowering Yourself as an Entrepreneur: We talk about the importance of self-awareness in entrepreneurship—understanding your strengths, weaknesses, and how to lead with confidence and authenticity.If you're ready to up your productivity game and build a high-performing team, this episode is for you! Plus, don’t miss out on the free resources Kris mentioned, including a personality quiz and an audio version of her book, which is available for a limited time.===Don't Forget to Follow and Review:Loving the Acquire podcast? Make sure to follow and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your reviews help me reach and help more entrepreneurs like you. Head over to Apple Podcasts, rate us with five stars, and share your favorite moment from today’s episode!====Connect with Kris Ward:Connect with Kris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kriswardstopworkingsohard/Follow Kris on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kriswardxxFollow Kris on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krisward.caFollow Kris on...

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