Episode Title: 12 Tips to Streamline Your Business Operations for 2025 Episode Summary: In this episode of TCWN, Nicole Smith... more

Today's episode we're wrapping up 2023 and taking our learnings on board and creating change for a fabulous start to... more

Today I'm chatting with Google Ads specialist and systems geek, Kaity Griffin about supercharging your business with Google Ads.  ... more

In this episode, we're sharing the fabulous stage of a project, the handover and offboarding stage.   We dive into:... more

Today's episode is all about finding the best tech systems for your business. And that all starts with awareness. We'll... more

Today I'm chatting with Founder of Story Time Studios, Krystian Ostrowski about tools for scaling your business.   We dive... more

In this episode, we'll explore the transition into 2024 and whether it's time to reconsider and adjust the fundamental building... more

Today I'm taking you on a new adventure through the land of nurturing your leads and the systems to support... more

Today I'm chatting with The Construction Copywriter, Cathy Camera about headache free marketing - music to my ears! We chat... more

Today we're continuing our conversation about Standard Operating Procedures, and exploring more from an operational point of view.   We... more

Documenting your fabulous SOPs for your business is one thing, but getting your team on board and using them efficiently... more

Today I'm chatting with Liam Benson on important topics of evolving your tech, like backing up your data and cyber... more

When we start our businesses, we are in the doing and don't often take time to set our processes up.... more

Today we're exploring into the world of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and why we should be excited about them in... more

Just like we do with our processes, reflecting is so important. And looking back to make more sales is something... more

If you're new in business, you may be finding that the systems you have selected to get started may be... more

Today we're continuing on the journey of aligning your systems with your business bigs, and diving into how your systems... more

Campaigns are not something that is 101 in the small business world, so my guest today is Mia Fileman aka... more

Today we're shifting the focus ever so slightly to look towards, how to know if your business systems and bigs... more

You know that you're wanting to move towards your bigs, you've beautifully designed your marketing strategy and yet, the missing... more

Emma Lovell is a coach, speaker and writer specialising in personal brand and has been a business owner for 14... more

In creating an experience in our business, we must consider all elements and people involved, and that they sometimes come... more

We're continuing on the adventure of creating a fabulous client experience that aligns with your business and where you're heading,... more

Today I'm chatting (and totally geeking out) with Justin Smith about elevating your business operations using automation, the why, the... more

In today's episode, I'm talking about all things client experience. It's so important to shape the experience for your clients... more

Hello I'm Nicole Smith COO, Operations Specialise and Systems Designer from The Artisans Business Solutions and welcome to Take Control... more

Today I'm chatting with Fiona Johnston about her love of words and numbers playing together and sharing the intimate details of... more

Today I'm chatting about how to know when you've found the right operational human for your business.   We... more

We're continuing our conversation around engaging a Virtual COO to support you with the holistic elevation of your operations in... more

Today I'm chatting with Shane & Beren about leading internal partnerships and how they've created a fabulous partnership within their... more

Today I'm continuing the Virtual COO journey to share with you what 6 key indicators your business is showing that... more

Today I'm chatting about the Virtual COO, what it is, and how they can support you in your business.  ... more

Today I'm chatting with Ami about human-focused leadership with managing, delegation while keeping our humans front of mind. ... more

In today's episode, I'm sharing how to create a positive experience for your humans when rolling out a new tech... more

Continuing on our Clever Systems Designs theme, we're focusing in our our fabulous humans in our business.   We dive... more

Today I'm chatting with copy coach, educator & podcast host, Emma McMillan all about how to make our content creation... more

Today I'm chatting with about clever system design with the seamless tech connection in the four-phase design.   We dive... more

Today I'm talking all about investing in the foundations of your systems design which will allow you to zone into... more

Today I'm chatting with Hareta about the impact you have as a leader and growing a team with beautiful culture.... more

Today my business bestie, and friend of the show, Kathy Rast joins me today to talk about something we're working... more

Today I'm chatting about continuous improvement in business and the fact that nothing is set in concrete.   We dive... more

Today I'm chatting with Bestselling Author & Interior Designer, the fabulous Emma Blomfield.   We dive into: Emma's love... more

Today I'm chatting with Remi all about increasing visibility and brand awareness through Search Engine Optimisation (SEO).   We dive... more

Today I'm shedding light on IDOARRt meetings, how they work and how they can be implemented into your meetings.  ... more

Today I'm chatting with Kate and Gerri about such an important topic - SLEEP!   We dive into: Helping... more

Today I'm chatting with Darby Lyndon about all things brand strategy and how to build a business that is irresistible.... more

We made it! 100 episodes of Take Control with Nicole, can you believe it? Today I'm sharing my process of... more

Today I'm chatting with the fabulous Hienna all about being an Online Business Manager and designing a business that makes... more

Today I'm chatting all about async working is and how to create a successful aysnc operation.   We dive into:... more

Welcome to the first episode of 2023! In today's episode I'm running you through some fabulous ways to set yourself... more

Today I'm wrapping up the final episode of 2022 and reflecting on the year that was.   We dive into:... more

Today I'm chatting with the fabulous Lori. Lori is a body based practitioner helping people feel less overwhelmed and more... more

Today I'm chatting about wrapping up the year and begin to plan for next year.   We dive into: ... more

Today I'm chatting with Facebook Ads Manager, Sam Bright.   We dive into: Money follows when you're purpose lead... more

Today I'm chatting about being an action taker in all facets of life.   We dive into: Taking action... more

Today I'm chatting with award-winning lawyer, speaker, trainer and public speaking coach, Theo about standing up, speaking up and making... more

Today I'm chatting about taking the small actions to your building big.   We dive into: Knowledge is nothing... more

Today I'm chatting with AJ Davis. AJ is a Rapid Transformation Hypnotherapist that supports fabulous humans in business to break... more

Today I'm chatting with the fabulous Founder and CEO of Essential Shift Consulting, Laetitia who shares how she helps business... more

Today I'm chatting about discovering something great, that may not be where you find your things usually.   I dive... more

Today I'm chatting with the fabulous money wizard, Natalie Kidcaff all about the importance of pricing in your business.  ... more

Today I'm chatting with the fabulous Carly Michael all about Bringing Order To Your Photo Chaos.   We dive into:... more

Today I'm chatting about investing in the Chanel options for your business, just like I do with perfume.   We... more

Today I'm chatting with the fabulous Jenn Donovan about marketing activities that will help your business grow.   We dive... more

Today I'm chatting with the fabulous Melissa Pepers all about Business Design.   We dive into: Strategy without action... more

Whilst I was making my Vegemite sandwich for lunch, I had a thought. In this episode, I question why we... more

Today I'm chatting with the fabulous Chloe Porter from Audacious Empires all about the difference between Online Business Managers and... more

Today I'm chatting with the fabulous Sarina Lowe. Sarina joins us for another episode talking about all things marketing and... more

Today I'm chatting with the fabulous OneRoof Community about SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and why they're so important in your... more

Today I'm chatting with Small Business Coach, Kristy Robinson. Kristy helps business owners with aligning with not only what they... more

Today I'm chatting with “Chief nerd” as he calls himself, at Lightbox consulting, Kale Munster. Kale and I chat about... more

Today I'm sharing some very exciting updates and changes in the world of The Artisans   I dive into: ... more

Today I'm chatting with intuitive money and business coach, Alex Harvey. Alex helps ambitious professionals remove the 'should' from their... more

Today I'm chatting with CEO of The Founders Team, Leanne Webber about combatting loneliness as a founder.   We dive... more

Today I'm taking you into a masterclass in the Member's Lounge about the difference between systems, processes and procedures.  ... more

Today I'm chatting with Founder and Chief Contract Enthusiast at Checklist Legal, Verity White.   We dive into: Why... more

Today I'm chatting with Founder & Creative Director of Rabble Rouse Creative, Kate Carman. Kate and I chat about creating... more

After a fabulous event with some of my favourite women in business, I had a realisation that no one knows... more

Today I'm chatting with Rowena Preddy who supports fabulous businesses to stand out from the crowd in their industry, all... more

Today I'm chatting with Branding & Speaker Coach, Suz Chadwick. Suz supports women to go from business confusion to clarity,... more

Today I'm chatting about connectors and how they can automate processes your business.   We dive into: Tech Stacks... more

Today I'm chatting with Jaimie Abbott, an award-winning media professional and international keynote speaker teaching people how to be more... more

Today I'm chatting with Kate Toon, an award-winning misfit entrepreneur, who works with small businesses and big brands to transform... more

Nicole is used to Taking Control, but today Nicole is letting someone else take control with an interview by her... more

Today I'm chatting with Dawn Jarvis, an in demand public speaker on all things leadership and personal accountability.   We... more

Today I'm chatting with Cass Ponton, a podcast producer helping ambitious women build community and gain new aligned clients by... more

Today we're talking about creating ease in your business with a communication strategy.   We dive into: Communicating with... more

Today I'm chatting with soulful website and brand designer for conscious businesses and passionate creatives, Laura Frances.   We dive... more

Today I'm chatting with Feng Shui expert, manifesting magnet, alchemist, healer and real-life Irish Celtic Shaman, Patricia Lohan. Some people... more

Today we're talking about if your systems are serving you in this moment right now and what you need for... more

Today I'm chatting with Ellee about how she helps people understand their own Human Design and gain a greater understanding... more

Today I'm chatting with Evan Englezos, a Digital Team Coach all about digital system transformations.   We dive into: ... more

Today we're talking about finding your team and connecting solutions that are the right fit for your business.   We... more

Today I'm chatting with the fabulous Kathy Rast and we are going to be introducing the concept of Client-ing.  ... more

Today we’re chatting with Ben Rashleigh, an ex-chef turned passionate Pilates instructor who's sharing tips on how to keep moving... more

Today we're talking about setting up processes to help you tackle the year ahead.   We dive into: Setting... more

Today we’re chatting with Sam McFarlane from Sam Says Social about how to reduce overwhelm and keep a fabulous flow... more

Today we’re chatting with Jess Williamson, an award winning, passionate business coach and serial entrepreneur.   We dive into: ... more

Today we're talking about stepping into the new year of 2022 and what big things we want to achieve this... more

Today we're talking about preparing yourself for the holiday season and saying goodbye to 2021.   We dive into: ... more

Today we’re chatting with Jazz Kalus, a certified meditation teacher with a passion for wellbeing.   We dive into: ... more

Today we’re chatting with Shay Bianco, Founder of the Kickass Collective, a digital and IRL community.   We dive into:... more

Today we're talking about discovering your behaviours.   We dive into: Reflecting on 2021 Introducing behaviours for ourselves and... more

Today we’re chatting with Elana, an award-winning business coach, and founder and managing director or foundher.   We dive into:... more

Today we're talking about taming your email inbox. We dive into: Having boundaries around your email communication How to... more

Today we’re chatting with Georgina Siddall, a corporate climber turned wellness warrior with a penchant for leopard print, spreadsheets and... more

Today we’re chatting with Andrea Westwood, a mindset and confidence coach for curvy women.   We dive... more

Today we're talking about top processes for your business. We dive into: How processes organically grow in your business... more

Today we’re chatting with Jessica Emily from Moonshot You all about building resilience as a business owner.    We dive... more

Today we're talking about what it really means to be productive.   We dive into: The golden question you... more

Today we’re chatting with Amy Wyhoon from Sugar Pop Social all about Facebook Ads for Online Courses.   We dive... more

Today we're talking about designing your day. We dive into: Questioning the idea of work-life balance What designing your... more

Today we’re chatting with Jessica Bilston from Positive HR all about how to set-up your business and support your people..... more

Today we're talking about whether you're building a business or a job for yourself.   We dive into: The... more

Today we're talking about CRMs and how to choose the right fit for your business.   We... more

Today we’re chatting with Sukhy Bansal from Your Soul Biz all about growing your business with flow.   We dive... more

Today we’re chatting with Mariah MacInnes all about why your health should come first as a business owner.   We... more

Today we're talking about Selecting Your System. Every business has different needs and I share tips on the process... more

Today we're chatting with Megan Jaworski all about how to rise through resistance in business.   We dive into: ... more

Today we’re chatting with Sarina Lowe all about the power of partnerships.   We dive into: How Sarina got... more

Today we're talking about how workflows can help you to breathe ease into your everyday and help you to... more

Today we’re chatting with Lee Doherty all about the secret superpowers of VAs and how hiring VAs can help you... more

Today we're talking about focus and how by setting your most important task as your top focus each day... more

Today we’re chatting with Kathy Rast all about her experience learning and implementing ClickUp into her business and how it's... more

Today we’re chatting with Jude Stevens from Styling By Lumiere all about her favourite personal style tips and how style... more

Today we’re chatting with Stephanie Menere from Penny School all about making money and managing your finances and cash flow... more

In this episode, I explore planning. Should we plan, won't I feel stuck, where do I start? Let's talk about... more

Today we’re chatting with Chloe Bright, an Online Business Manager and Marketing Strategist from Strategy x Soul, all about outsourcing... more

Today we’re chatting with Lizzie from Write It Copywriting and Get It Done Retreats. We dive into: Lizzie's business... more

In this episode, I talk about a topic that is frequently being discussed in business - Scaling.   You will... more

In this episode, we talk about the passion for helping women in business to design their business systems and structures... more

In this episode, we talk about the passion for helping women in business to design their business systems and structures... more

In this episode, we talk about the world of all parents who run their own business while fulfilling their duties... more

During this special episode, you will hear an excerpt from a conversation with Lane Burdett, Evan Englezos, and Liam Benson... more

In this episode, I talk about where do I start? The resources I used for me to create time &... more

In this episode, we speak with the fabulous Vari McGaan. We explore, being courageous, taking the leap into a career... more

During this special episode, you will hear an excerpt from a conversation with Lane Burdett, Evan Englezos and Liam Benson... more

In this episode, we speak with the amazing May Ponnara. We explore, finding your passion role, maintaining your love for your... more

In this episode, I talk about ClickUp. This is my application of choice for task and project management. What it... more

During this episode, we speak with the lovely Rhyannon Perkins. We discuss, discovering your dream role, launching a business and... more