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WĀ-HINE
Kia ora and welcome to WĀ-HINE, a podcast celebrating wāhine in business who are carving their own path with intention, courage, and vision. This is a space for honest kōrero about building a business that reflects your identity, your values, and the legacy you’re creating. I’m your host, Sandra Julian, business coach, mentor, and wāhine Māori. In each episode, I sit down with wāhine entrepreneurs and leaders to explore the real stories behind their success - the lived experiences, cultural…
Episodes
WĀ-HINEHow Do You Build a Business That Gives Back? | Ep163
What if your business could do more than pay the bills, keep the taxman happy, and occasionally convince you that working for someone else might be the way to…
WĀ-HINE12 Practical Tips For Using AI in a Small Business | Ep162
AI is everywhere right now. It can write your emails, brainstorm your next offer, help with content, create images, research ideas, and generally make you…
WĀ-HINEPersonal Leadership: What If You’re Already Enough? | Ep 161
What if you’re already enough? Not once you have achieved the next goal. Not once the business is bigger. Not once you feel more confident. Not once you have…
WĀ-HINEHow to Build Self-Belief in Business? | Ep160
The biggest obstacle in business isn't always strategy… it's believing you're capable. When we start a business, it's easy to think success comes from having…
WĀ-HINEThe Hidden Cost of Keeping Going | Ep 159
What happens when the strategy that built your success is the very thing that breaks you? For a long time, I thought I was doing what strong women do. You keep…
WĀ-HINEWhat Steps Can I Take to Improve My Resilience in Business? | Ep 158
How do you rebound from difficulties in your business? Setbacks, health struggles, financial fiascos. It’s a matter of “when,” not “if” you’ll be thrown some…
WĀ-HINEWhat to Do When You Lose Passion for Your Business? | Ep 157
Ever woke up in the morning and the idea of having to show up for your business fills you with dread? Zero energy, zero inspiration, zero passion. 😩 The…
WĀ-HINEIs Turning a Personal Struggle Into a Business Genius or Crazy? | Ep 156
Is it actually a good idea to turn your personal challenges into a business opportunity… or is that just a romantic story we tell ourselves? 🤔 It’s a question…
WĀ-HINELessons From 25 Years in Business - Moments That Matter | Ep155
This podcast episode is a bit special. 💛 Granted, it’s just me; no guest. But it’s also special in another way. Unlike what the title may suggest; it’s not a…
WĀ-HINEAre You Managing or Leading? How to Evolve as a Business Owner | Ep 154
Discover how to evolve from manager to leader, trust your team, and build a business that thrives without burning you out. Real insights on the podcast with…
WĀ-HINEWhat's the Best Way to Get More Client Referrals Without Paid Ads? | Ep 153
Looking for ways to get more client referrals and grow your business without spending on ads? It’s possible! In this episode, Sonaya Williams shares proven…
WĀ-HINEHow to Move Between Cultures Without Losing Your Identity | Ep 152
Tania Niwa shows how to move between cultures without losing your identity. Through listening, storytelling, grounding, and authentic leadership, she bridges…
WĀ-HINEA Legacy Grown from the Whenua | Ep 151
Pounamu Skelton’s story is one of vision, resilience, and legacy. He uri o Taranaki Maunga, Te Atiawa, Taranaki Tuturu, and Ngāti Ruanui, Pounamu lives on her…
WĀ-HINETwo Women, One Business: The Pros and Cons of a Business Partnership | Ep 150
This episode follows the real-life adventure of Charlotte and Natalie, co-founders of Pompom Events & Marketing 🎉. Dive into their journey as partners in…
WĀ-HINEHow Gen Z Entrepreneurs Are Doing Things Differently | Ep 149
Twenty something Ella Sargent from Manawa Māori and Multi Agency explains how Gen Z entrepreneurs are doing things differently and what we can learn from them…
WĀ-HINEHow to Weather a Downturn in Business | Ep148
In this episode, we delve into Lynda’s hard-learned lessons on how you can weather a downturn in business and come out stronger and better. When the economy…
WĀ-HINEHow to Stay True to Who You Are in Business | Ep 147
Nartarsha Navanaga-Bamblett built her business by honouring culture and identity in a Western-dominated space. Her story shows the power of representation and…
WĀ-HINEWĀ-HINE IS HERE: A Wāhine-led Podcast About Business and Legacy
Welcome to WĀ-HINE, a podcast for wāhine in business 🌺. In Te Reo Māori, WĀ speaks to time, space, and presence ⏳. HINE honours the feminine essence. The…
WĀ-HINEHow to Thrive in Business When Menopause Hits | Ep 146
This episode explores how to thrive in business when menopause hits by embracing physical & emotional changes, gaining knowledge, & redesigning your business &…
WĀ-HINEThe Chill Guide to Knowing It’s Time to Hire | Ep 145
If your workload is overflowing, your team is maxed out, and your pipeline’s heating up, it’s probably time to hire. With the right plan, it doesn’t have to be…
WĀ-HINEService & Digital Product Business Model: Pros, Cons & Must-Know Tips | Ep 144
💰 Making money while you sleep sounds like the ultimate business dream, right?! We’ve all heard the success stories: people selling templates, courses, or…
WĀ-HINEThe Transition From Doing to Leading: Why it's Hard & How to Nail It | Ep 143
Scaling your business isn’t about piling more onto your already full plate. It’s about stepping into your role as a leader; bringing in the right people and…
WĀ-HINEDigital Nomad Family - Balancing Work & Travel | Ep 142
Karen King, founder of Gold Star Pro, shares her journey of building a business while embracing the digital nomad family lifestyle. Meet Karen King, the…
WĀ-HINE4 Common Project Proposal Mistakes That Cost You Clients | Ep 141
We explore 4 easy ways to strengthen your proposals by avoiding some key project proposal mistakes that confuse clients and delay decisions. Ever sent a…
WĀ-HINEAre Clunky Business Processes Draining Your Revenue? | Ep 140
Clunky business processes create chaos, waste time, and cause missed opportunities. In this episode, I will explain how to streamline your business in simple…
WĀ-HINEYour Guide to Essential Business Tools with AI | Ep 139
In this episode, we'll explore essential business tools with AI integration and how they can help you in your business. You'll also get practical advice on how…
WĀ-HINEQuarterly Business Plans Work Like Magic | Ep 138
The Main Takeaway Quarterly business plans are the bridge between your annual goals and daily tasks. They turn intentions into actionable steps that drive…
WĀ-HINEHow to Plan For Your Best Year in Business Yet? | Ep 137
The Main Takeaway Of This Episode: We discuss the five key ingredients that will help you plan for your best year in business yet. Each ingredient is a…
WĀ-HINESurviving the Emotional Rollercoaster as a Business Owner | Ep 136
The holiday season can be a lot for us business owners—full of joy, stress, excitement, worry and all the feels in between. In this episode, I share how I’ve…
WĀ-HINEYour Guide for Work-Life Balance as a Business Owner | Ep 135
Be honest, how often do we juggle work and life responsibilities, especially during the holiday season 🎄✨, and how easy it is to feel torn between the two?…
WĀ-HINEHow to Grow Your Business Without Burning Out? | Ep 134
Growing your business should be exciting, not exhausting. 💥 Unfortunately, the reality is often different. 😩 BUT you don’t have to feel like you’re burning the…
WĀ-HINESimplicity as a Strategy for Business Growth | Ep 133
It’s not exactly a secret that complexity creeps in as our business grows - more tools, more processes, higher client demands - until suddenly, it feels like…
WĀ-HINEThe Power of Different Thinkers: Neurodiversity in the Workplace | Ep 132
Natasya Jones is the co-founder and Managing Director of Divergent Thinking and the guest on this podcast. After the podcast episode with Katie Brown where we…
WĀ-HINE9 Reasons Why Your Business Isn't Growing (and How to Fix Them!) | Ep 131
Just recently, I helped a client who was struggling with her business. She did really well in growing the business to a certain point. Then… EVERYTHING…
WĀ-HINEBusiness Owner with ADHD: Turning Challenges into Wins | Ep 130
Sometimes, things don’t quite go as planned. And that’s exactly what happened with this podcast episode! 🤯 I had everything set up perfectly—research done…
WĀ-HINEEmbracing Māori Values is Good for Your Business | Ep 129
CULTURAL HERITAGE + JOY = BUSINESS SUCCESS 💼✨ This pretty much sums up our latest podcast episode with Scarlet Mokaraka.🎧 Scarlet talks about how going back to…
WĀ-HINEWhy Selling Services on Etsy is a Genius Idea | Ep 128
If you think you know everything about Etsy, think again! 🤔 If you’re like me, you probably see Etsy as the go-to online marketplace for crafty, handmade…
WĀ-HINEWhy I Was Wrong About 10X Thinking | Ep 127
You know me, I’ve always been a bit lukewarm about business theories from people who haven’t walked in a business owner's shoes. They can feel so disconnected…
WĀ-HINECan You Double Your Business Income in Just 3 Months? | Ep 126
If you're running a B2B service business making NZD100,000 a year (give or take), YOU CAN DOUBLE YOUR INCOME IN JUST 90 DAYS. Easy? Of course not! Otherwise…
WĀ-HINEHow To Overcome Fear In Business? | Ep 125
Today I’m doing something scary. I’m stepping out of my comfort zone to share something quite personal with you. I’m doing it because I believe that by being…
WĀ-HINEGame On: Win the Business Mental Game! | Ep 124
I know so many of us are feeling the weight of business challenges right now. It’s tough, and it breaks my heart to see so many amazing business owners…
WĀ-HINEHow Do I Market My Small Business on Social Media? | Ep 123
🎤 Ready to level up your small business's social media game? Meet Jodine, the confidence booster you've been looking for. 💪 Sure, there's no shortage of social…
WĀ-HINEDaily Routines at Work: Flip, Twist, Evolve! | Ep 122
Swapping jandals for snuggly blankets? Yep, it's routine refresh time! See… Daily routines rock! They can boost productivity, speed things up, and prevent…
WĀ-HINEHow This Indigenous Business Bridges Worlds | Ep 121
ARA Journeys is a digital technologies studio that's redefining the landscape of immersive experiences, bridging the gap with the past. If you ask young Māori…
WĀ-HINEPros and Cons of Working as a Husband and Wife in Business | Ep120
Meet Ian and Talia Musson from Toru Whā, the dynamic duo behind this episode of Business Your Way. They spill the beans on the perks of tag-teaming in the…
WĀ-HINEFrom Gut Feeling To Great Decision: The Intuitive Entrepreneur | Ep 119
There are some lessons to be learnt from a dog's 'great escape'. 🐶 💥 INTUITION Interestingly, it’s not just a useful pet trick; it's a game-changer in the…
WĀ-HINEHow To Manifest a Successful Business? | Ep 118
In this second episode of the mini-series THE INNER GAME OF BUSINESS, we dive deep into the transformative power of entrepreneurial manifestation. BUT before…
WĀ-HINESuccess in Business is a Mind Game | Ep 117
“It’s not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.” I’m sure you’ve heard these words from Sir Edmund Hillary before. The reason they resonate with so many of…
WĀ-HINELessons Around Acquisition as a Growth Strategy | Ep 116
We have had many, MANY conversations on the Business Your Way podcast around SCALING. 👉 BUT WHAT IF THERE’S ANOTHER WAY TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS? 🤔 What if you…
WĀ-HINEDIY Content Marketing Tips From The Experts | Ep 115
In this episode I speak with Callum Armstrong From Paste And Publish. Callum is a thinker, very self-aware and utterly in tune with his environment and his…
WĀ-HINE6 Unexpected Challenges of Entrepreneurship | Ep 114
Let’s talk hurdles. 🏔️ You know, the challenges you face on your journey as a female service based business owner. NO, ….I’m not referring to the usual…
WĀ-HINEPowerful Questions for Business Owners | Ep 113
Let’s be honest, …. every pivotal moment in your business journey probably began with a powerful question. I know it’s true for my business journey. Because,……
WĀ-HINEHow Mindset, Intentions & Habits Can Free Up Time | Ep 112
What needs to change in 2024 to make it better than 2023? The answer I’m coming up with is clear as anything: TIME! I need TIME! ⏰ It’s not really a surprise…
WĀ-HINESetting Goals YOUR Way | Ep 111
To be blunt, I CALL BS ON THE NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS. Because unfailingly it means... playing by some else’s rules. So does it mean you shouldn’t bother with…
WĀ-HINEHow to Set Achievable Business Goals? | Ep 110
Correct me if I’m wrong, but for every podcast I turn to, “goals” are the topic of the moment. The next thing? We get busy jotting down aspirations…
WĀ-HINEA Business Reflection Guide For Small Business Owners | Ep 109
DISTANCE OFTEN BRINGS THE CLARITY WE SEEK What I mean by that is this: We may feel like we’re busy doing nothing during the Christmas break, BUT in taking a…
WĀ-HINEHow to Optimise Service Delivery in a Small Business? | Ep 108
👉 What makes one business more successful than the other? The answer is not an easy one and there are many factors at play, but surely SERVICE DELIVERY scores…
WĀ-HINE6 Tips for Managing the Busy Season | Ep 107
Every business battles to survive “the busy season” at some point during the year. I’ve been in the thick of it in the last few months and it was the trigger…
WĀ-HINEMy Capacity Forecasting Struggles (and Solutions?) | Ep 106
This week I want to come to you Raw and Real: I’m struggling with CAPACITY ISSUES in my events business. See, the events industry is seasonal, and right now…
WĀ-HINEBest Podcast Episode for Small Business Owners - Mattie's Pick | Ep 105
After giving the mic to Lynda, my editor, this week it’s Mattie Belsack from Bellbird Writing’s turn to share her favourite BYW podcast episode. Mattie is my…