by Christine Abela
Go Beyond Busy: The Small Business Growth Podcast helps business owners overcome business overwhelm and move from chaos to clarity. Hosted by tech-savvy business consultant Christine Abela, each episode shares practical ideas for managing overwhelm in business, improving systems, and driving steady small-business growth. If you run a small business and want to grow without adding more stress, this podcast is for you. More information and downloads at GoBeyondBusy.com.
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May 3, 2026
<p>Christine Abela speaks with Pip Scott-Allen about team building for business growth, covering leadership, culture, and staff retention. </p><p>They discuss why businesses struggle with turnover, the difference between team bonding and real team building, and how data can improve team performance. A practical conversation for business owners who want stronger teams and better results.</p><p><br></p><p>Show notes and transcript available at <a href="https://christine.oxygen8.co.nz/go-beyond-busy/season-3/team-building-for-business-growth" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://GoBeyondBusy.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Contact Pip through <a href="https://premierteambuilding.com.au" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Premier Team Building</a>Chapters:</p><p>00:00 Podcast Intro</p><p>00:28 Meet Pip Scott-Allen</p><p>00:44 You Can’t Do It Alone</p><p>01:17 Building Your Support Network</p><p>02:08 From Canada to Australia</p><p>02:36 What Premier Team Building Does</p><p>03:32 Team Bonding vs Building</p><p>04:45 In Person or Online</p><p>05:27 Who They Help and When</p><p>07:36 Methods and Coaching Tools</p><p>08:17 Using Data to Improve Culture</p><p>09:55 Ongoing Programs and Redundancy</p><p>11:32 Signs You Need Help</p><p>12:45 How to Get Started</p><p>13:36 Wrap Up and Outro</p><p><br></p>
April 13, 2026
<p>What changes when you turn a product you love into a real business?</p><p>In this episode of Go Beyond Busy: The Small Business Growth Podcast, Christine Abela talks with Monika Bliesze, New Zealand distributor for Heat It, a device that helps reduce itching and pain from insect bites using heat.</p><p>Monika shares the shift from being a fan of a product to selling it professionally. Customer reactions change, expectations rise, and clear communication becomes essential, especially when working with a medical device and staying within MedSafe guidelines.</p><p>The discussion covers building trust in a new market, working with supplier resources, and finding the right balance between enthusiasm and credibility. Monika also talks about growing a retail network across New Zealand and reaching customers who need the product while travelling.</p><p>A practical conversation for business owners launching new products, entering the NZ market, or trying to turn interest into consistent sales.</p><p>Transcript and more at: <a href="https://christine.oxygen8.co.nz/go-beyond-busy/season-3/product-marketing-new-zealand/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://christine.oxygen8.co.nz/go-beyond-busy/season-3/product-marketing-new-zealand/</a></p><p>Monika's links:<br><a href="https://heat-it-co.nz" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://heat-it-co.nz</a><br>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569962060774" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569962060774</a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heatit_nz/?hl=en" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.instagram.com/heatit_nz/?hl=en</a><br>Linked In: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/107010758/" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/company/107010758/</a></p><p>Chapters:</p><p>00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro</p><p>00:43 From Fan to Founder</p><p>01:56 What Heat It Does</p><p>02:44 Marketing With Compliance</p><p>03:38 Support From Head Office</p><p>04:48 Wholesale and Retail Strategy</p><p>06:01 How Customers Carry It</p><p>06:56 Bites and Stings It Helps</p><p>07:54 MedSafe Rules and Evidence</p><p>09:09 Advice for Medical Marketing</p><p>09:58 Wrap Up and Next Steps</p>
April 5, 2026
<p>Monique Bradley joins Christine Abela to talk about how communication shapes every part of a business, from confidence and leadership through to sales and visibility.</p><p>Monique shares her journey from performing arts into keynote speaking and coaching, and why learning to back yourself can change the direction of your business. The conversation looks at how many business owners drift into work they can do, rather than what they do best, and how that affects both confidence and results.</p><p>You’ll hear practical insights on building confidence through repetition, trusting your own judgement, and improving how you communicate with clients, teams, and audiences. Monique also explains why speaking on video feels different to speaking in a room, and how business owners can get more comfortable being the face of their brand.</p><p>For small business owners, communication sits at the centre of leadership, marketing, and growth. This episode offers a clear perspective on how improving this one area can lift everything else around it.</p><p><br></p><p>Contact Monique: <a href="https://moniquebradley.tv" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://moniquebradley.tv</a></p><p><br></p><p>More information at <a href="https://christine.oxygen8.co.nz/go-beyond-busy/season-3/business-communication-skills/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://christine.oxygen8.co.nz/go-beyond-busy/season-3/business-communication-skills/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Chapters:</p><p>00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro</p><p>00:59 Back Yourself in Business</p><p>03:08 Finding Your True Genius</p><p>05:02 Monique’s Origin Story</p><p>08:50 What Her Coaching Covers</p><p>11:21 Communication as Influence</p><p>13:42 Getting Comfortable on Camera</p><p>15:58 Content That Builds Trust</p><p>17:04 Biggest Wins and Impact</p><p>19:07 Wrap Up and Next Steps</p><p></p>
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Go Beyond Busy: The Small Business Growth Podcast helps business owners overcome business overwhelm and move from chaos to clarity.
Hosted by tech-savvy business consultant Christine Abela, each episode shares practical ideas for managing overwhelm in business, improving systems, and driving steady small-business growth.
If you run a small business and want to grow without adding more stress, this podcast is for you. More information and downloads at GoBeyondBusy.com.
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