The Small Business School Podcast
Ready to leave the small business struggle behind? The “School for Small Business” podcast supports small business owners in scaling a business that is profitable, purposeful, and doesn’t leave you burnt out. No matter whether you run your business online or you own a brick-and-mortar, you can expect our world class experts to support you with mindset, tactics, and everything in between so you can have the business you dreamed of. Based on our lived experience, we know that small business CAN be easy and we are here to show you how.The “School for Small Business” is hosted by Staci Millard, a CPA by trade with over 15 years of experience seeing the behind the scenes of thousands of small businesses. After growing and selling her first 7 figure business, Staci has been on the ground running - mentoring small businesses and working to increase success rates. Staci strongly believes you don’t need to have gone to business school to be successful so you can expect nothing but simple, impactful advice. Tune in each Tuesday for a new 30 minute or less episode of nothing but valuable advice to help you grow your small business. We are so excited for you to be on this journey with us!
Episodes
311 episodes
Reconnecting to Yourself in Business with Renee Walker
In this week’s episode of Small Business School, we’re switching gears and leaning into the mindset and spiritual side of entrepreneurship. I’m joined by the beautiful soul Renee Walker, founder of Renee Walker Wellness and host of the...
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Episode 310
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38:44
Business Builders (Pt.22) SOPs Made Simple: Creating Systems That Actually Save You Time
Welcome back to Small Business School! In this week’s episode of the Business Builder series, we’re tackling something most entrepreneurs know they should be doing… but often avoid: building systems and procedures in your busi...
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Episode 309
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17:48
Building a Business That Aligns With Who You Are with Jana Boyko
Today I’m chatting with the incredible Jana Boyko, co-creator of The Bedside Business Plan—a guided journal that’s helped over 10,000 entrepreneurs rethink how they approach starting and growing a business. We talk about the power of c...
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Episode 308
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35:44
Business Builders (Pt.21) Build a Business That Can Run Without You
Ever feel like your business would fall apart if you stepped away for even a day? Whether you dream of selling your business someday or just want the freedom to take a real vacation, this episode is for you. I'm diving into the mindset shifts a...
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Episode 307
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15:25
Leading with Purpose in Uncertain Times with Marissa Teeter
Welcome back to Small Business School! This episode is packed with wisdom, warmth, and real talk. I sat down with Marissa Teeter—executive coach, wealth advisor, podcaster, and community champion—to explore what it really means to lead...
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Episode 306
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33:18
Business Builders (Pt.20) Who Should You Hire Next? Finding the Right Role to Grow Your Business
Hiring can feel like a total minefield, right? In this episode of the Business Builder series, I’m diving into one of the biggest decisions a small business owner can make: who to hire next and how to make sure it’s a smart move—not ju...
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Episode 305
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20:05
From Preserves to Profits: A Founder’s Journey with Christine Manning
Ever wonder what it really takes to build a successful product-based business? In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Christine Manning—Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) founder, consultant, and mindset coach—who built a thriving food brand...
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Episode 304
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38:23
Business Builders (Pt.19) Scaling Your Delivery Without Losing Your Magic
Hey friends, welcome back to another episode of the Business Builder series on Small Business School! This week, I’m talking all about what happens when your business starts growing fast—and things start feeling a little... st...
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Episode 303
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16:47
Pinterest for Business Growth with Nadalie Bardo
If Instagram has you overwhelmed, exhausted, or wondering why your content isn’t converting, this episode is your breath of fresh air. I’m joined by Nadalie Bardo, aka Your Pin Coach, who’s here to show us why Pinterest is the most ove...
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Episode 302
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35:34
Business Builders (Pt.18) Let’s Talk Pricing (Without the Gut Clench)
Hey friend, welcome back to Business Builders! If talking about pricing gives you that “ugh, not again” feeling—this one’s for you. In today’s episode, I’m tackling the tricky topic of pricing, why so many of us avoid it, and how to fi...
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Episode 301
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10:51
Episode 300: Real Talk on Growth, Grit, and Showing Up Authentically
We made it to 300 episodes! In this milestone solo episode, I’m reflecting on the unexpected journey of starting a podcast (shoutout to Kristina Bartold from The Social Snippet!), and all the little lessons that have shaped me along the way. Fr...
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Episode 300
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21:07
Travel More, Spend Less: Mastering the Art of Travel Points with Megan Lanford
If you’ve ever dreamed of luxury vacations without the luxury price tag, this episode is for you. I sat down with travel points expert Megan Lanford—founder of Points Too Paradise—who once struggled to afford one trip a year and now sa...
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Episode 299
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24:01
Business Builders (Pt.17) Is Your Ideal Client Still the Right Fit?
Welcome back to Small Business School! In this episode of business builders, I’m diving into something that every business owner needs to check in on from time to time—whether your current clients still align with the business you're trying to ...
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Episode 298
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13:29
Finding Your Voice: Building Simple, Authentic Messaging with Helen Thacker
In this episode of Small Business School, I’m welcoming back my friend and messaging expert, Helen Thacker! We’re chatting all about what’s really been happening behind the scenes in both of our businesses over the past two ye...
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Episode 297
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30:33
Business Builders (Pt.16) Is Your Client Journey Costing You Growth? Let’s Fix That.
Welcome back to Small Business School! In this episode of Business Builders, we're diving into a super important (and often overlooked) part of your business: the client journey. Whether you're booking dream clients or still f...
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Episode 296
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16:57
Community, Courage, and Canadian Makers with Virginia from Acre75
In this heart-filled, hotel-room-recorded episode, I sit down in person with Virginia from Acre75 Gathered—a subscription box packed with goods from Canadian small towns. What started on a 75-acre family farm has grown into a nationwid...
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Episode 295
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38:22
Real Talk for Product-Based Business Owners
Hey Small Business School listeners! If you’ve ever thought, “Why is this product-based business so dang hard?” — this one’s for you. I’ve been getting messages asking if I have advice for makers, resellers, and product-based entrepreneurs, and...
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Episode 294
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17:20
Business Builders (Pt.15) How to Take Back Your Time as a CEO
Hey friend, welcome back to Business Builders! This episode hits close to home for me — because I’m living it right alongside you. We're diving into a topic every business owner wrestles with: time management. Not the boring, corporate...
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Episode 293
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15:44
Live From High Vibe Women: From Basement to Brand Empire with Julie Cole
This special episode of Small Business School was recorded live at the High Vibe Women event—and let me tell you, the energy in the room was electric! I had the absolute joy of sitting down with Julie Cole, co-founder of Mabel’s Labels...
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Episode 292
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1:04:00
Business Builders (Pt:14) How to Get Out of the Weeds and Stop Being the Bottleneck in Your Business
In this episode of Business Builders, I’m sharing a little pep talk I honestly needed for myself too. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in the weeds, or like your team can’t move without you — this one’s for you. We’re talking about...
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Episode 291
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14:28
How to Show Up Authentically and Attract the Right People with Puja Malhotra
In this episode of Small Business School, I sit down with Puja Malhotra, brand strategist and founder of ROOP Creative Agency. We get real about what it actually means to show up authentically online, why branding is more than...
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Episode 290
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29:01
Evolving Your Business Without Losing Yourself with Quinn Tempest
In this episode of Small Business School, I’m joined by the brilliant Quinn Tempest—business and brand strategist, founder of Create Your Purpose, and all-around champion for purpose-led entrepreneurship. We dive deep into bur...
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Episode 289
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33:03
Business Builders (Pt:13) How to Build Predictable Revenue Streams for a More Stable and Scalable Business
Welcome back to Small Business School! In this episode of Business Builders, we’re diving into a topic that’s going to hit home for a lot of entrepreneurs: creating predictable revenue. If you’ve ever felt like your i...
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Episode 288
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15:05
Bridging the Gen Z Gap with Emily Van Straten
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Emily Van Straten, host of Your Gen Z Coworker and founder of Think HR. We dig into the generational shift happening in the workforce and how small business owners can better understand, support, and r...
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Episode 287
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28:34
Business Builders (Pt:12) How to Collect and Use Feedback From Clients and Your Team to Scale Smarter
Welcome back to Small Business School, Are you actively collecting feedback from your clients and team—or are you just guessing what needs improvement? I get it — hearing constructive criticism can be tough, but when you learn to...
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Episode 286
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13:14