In this episode, Shelby highlights the importance of adopting an environmentally friendly approach to day-to-day business operations. She shares insights on how businesses of all sizes can work more proactively and efficiently to reduce their carbon footprint. From reducing energy consumption in buildings and reducing carbon emissions through transportation, Shelby also discusses the benefit of working with suppliers who follow eco-friendly practices. She emphasizes the need to embrace a business culture that prioritizes green practices at its core and suggests ways that businesses can align w ..read more

It’s hard work being a momentrepreneur, and in this episode, Shelby welcomes entrepreneur and strategic business coach Brittney Ashley to the studio. Brittney discusses how she helps clients deal with the all too familiar imposter syndrome that many women suffer from as they begin their journey into entrepreneurship. They also discuss the reasons they started their businesses and the challenges they faced working at a 9 to 5 job while raising a family.  Brittney suggests that companies offer flexible working options, including hybrid or work-from-home models, to allow employees to balance ..read more

In this episode, Shelby discusses the importance of taking time away from your business to relax and recharge. Business owners tend to get so caught up in running and building their businesses that they tend to forget about scheduling time for themselves. Shelby offers practical tips for carving out some time for yourself, along with requirements on how to set up your business so it runs smoothly in your absence.  Taking time away can include scheduling four 15-minute breaks each work day or planning a short weekend getaway. In order to be comfortable taking a break, it’s essential to put ..read more

In this episode, Shelby discusses the importance of having a strong virtual assistant (VA). Not only can working with a strong VA help support the growth of your business, but a well-trained, competent VA can also ensure your business continues to run smoothly while you’re on vacation. The key to reducing stress and preventing disruptions to your operations requires finding the right virtual assistant with complementary skills to your needs. Shelby shares her top tips for successfully onboarding a strong VA to make your life easier.  Finding the right VA is step one to making your busines ..read more

In this episode, Shelby addresses the issue of mental health for entrepreneurs. Shelby is joined by Jenn Betts, Registered Psychologist, Founder, and CEO of the Calgary Institute of Counselling. Shelby and Jenn discuss the importance of addressing mental health in both our personal and professional lives; Jenn promotes the idea that we are not on this journey alone and that we thrive when we have the right team to support us on both a personal and professional level.  Jenn discusses her profession as a psychologist and the belief that to serve their clients properly, psychologists need to ..read more

In this episode of "She's Got This: A Journey to Success," Shelby explores the significance of online business managers for small businesses and entrepreneurs. She outlines eight essential steps to successfully hire the right OBM, starting with understanding their role in managing various business aspects and allowing entrepreneurs to focus on growth.  Step by step, she covers clarifying business needs and goals, defining responsibilities, finding the right candidate, establishing effective communication, onboarding and training, nurturing a productive partnership, and evaluating the OBM ..read more

Are you afraid to delegate tasks in your business? If so, you're not alone! Yet, overcoming your resistance to delegating will save you both time and money, plus increase productivity in your company. In this episode, Shelby shares tips on how to overcome your resistance to delegation with a clear process and advice for changing your mindset. If you're at a place in your business where you're overloaded with tasks and know you could share the workload with others who have the skills, this episode is for you.  Delegation is fundamental for business growth because you just can't do it all ..read more

In this episode of "She's Got This: A Journey to Success" hosted by Shelby Joines, the power of storytelling in business is explored. Shelby emphasizes the importance of building strong, long-lasting client relationships through the use of storytelling. She discusses how storytelling humanizes a business, creates a deeper emotional connection with clients, and fosters trust and loyalty. The episode highlights the significance of authenticity, differentiation from competitors, and simplifying complex information through relatable narratives. Shelby encourages businesses to embrace storytelling ..read more

In this episode, Shelby Joines explores the concept of hiring a real estate virtual assistant and the advantages it offers to realtors. Shelby emphasizes that a real estate virtual assistant goes beyond general administrative support by having specialized knowledge and licensing in the real estate field. They can handle tasks such as contract management, scheduling, communication with clients, coordinating showings, and managing social media presence. If you’re in the real estate industry, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.  The episode highlights the importance of outsourcing the ..read more

Curious about Shelby’s background, how she gained her administrative skills or how she launched her company? Shelby shares her backstory in this episode, from her very first admin job in a hair salon as a teenager to thriving in the corporate world for over a decade to the day she knew things had to change drastically for her mental and physical health. If you’re a woman entrepreneur or a woman with entrepreneurial aspirations, you’ll find Shelby’s journey relatable on many levels.  If you’ve ever had the dream of working for yourself but feel scared and anxious about starting, Shelby sha ..read more