Welcome to Inbox Zero—your audio advice column for modern business leadership. I’m Bianca Lager (but you can call me B), and every week I’m answering the questions that are cluttering your mental inbox—from tough team dynamics to leadership overwhelm to sales strategies that actually work.
Whether you're a startup exec, emerging leader, or seasoned pro trying to lead with presence and purpose, this show helps you clear the chaos and get to the good stuff: clarity, confidence, and career momentum.
No fluff. No corporate jargon. Just practical, real-world advice for the people, processes, and problems driving you nuts at work. Let’s get you to inbox zero.
What do you do when you feel disrespected, undermined, or just emotionally done at work—but still have to lead the room? In this episode, B shares a real-world story of a startup director struggling with emotional regulation in high-stress leadership environments—and breaks down a simple 3-step framework to help you reclaim your calm, your credibility, and your leadership presence when the heat is on. You’ll learn: Why your brain spirals in tense moments (and how to catch it)How to identify w...
14 Jan 2025
HELP! Is It Time To Let Go of My Business?
Bianca Lager helps business owners find clarity on when to let go of a draining business by prioritizing self-awareness and setting deadlines to define personal success.
11 Dec 2024
HELP! I Wasn't Invited To Play Fantasy Football
Bianca Lager shares strategies for inclusive workplace dynamics and communication, emphasizing the importance of balancing personal interests with professional relationships to maintain healthy team relationships.
4 Dec 2024
HELP! I Need to Scale Our Company Culture
Bianca Lager sits down with Aaron Boggs, CEO of Infinite CXO, to discuss the power of servant leadership, fractional executives, and scaling culture to foster authentic, innovation-friendly workplaces.
13 Nov 2024
HELP! My Top Performer Is Super Moody
Welcome to Inbox Zero! I'm Bianca Lager, former CEO of Social Intelligence, where I led a high-performing team as a 'C-Suite of One' for seven years, ultimately scaling and selling the company in 2023. Now, through my Executive Automations program, workshops, and speaking, I help hands-on leaders like you streamline decisions and cut through the mental clutter holding you back. Over 130,000 professionals have already leveled up their executive skills through my courses, and now, I’m here to b...
6 Nov 2024
Help! I'm Worried No One Will Hire Me
Are you a busy entrepreneur? Or maybe you haven’t quite started your own company but you’re like me - a small business junkie with a relentless business spirit and you LOVE the agility of leading small teams and building companies at early stages.If you know all about wearing a million different hats everyday and feel like you are constantly on the brink of burnout, then my friend, this podcast is for you.Welcome to Inbox Zero.If we haven’t met yet, hi! I’m Bianca Lager, a recovering CEO and ...
30 Oct 2024
Mastering Delegation with Valerie Trapunsky
Welcome to Inbox Zero! I'm Bianca Lager, former President and CEO of Social Intelligence, a company where I lovingly lead a highly productive team as a "C-Suite of One" for 7 years. I successfully sold that company in 2023 and now I get to focus on my work as a keynote speaker and online course creator where I have taught over 130,000 learners executive business skills. Through my new program "Executive Automations", I guide small business owners and operators through a step-by-step process t...
22 Oct 2024
Help! Team Morale is Low
Welcome to Inbox Zero, the podcast where I, Bianca Lager, help busy entrepreneurs and small business leaders reclaim their time, cut through the noise, and solve the challenges piling up in your inbox. If you're looking to grow your business without the burnout, we’re here to share actionable insights that make space for what really matters—the high-quality life you're seeking.This week I am joined by Carina Harlow - PR and internal comms expert.Question of the week:"I’m a COO of a 7-year old...
15 Oct 2024
HELP! I Have Small Business Burnout!
SummaryIn this conversation, Bianca Lager discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, particularly the feelings of burnout and loss of enthusiasm that many business owners experience. She emphasizes the importance of seeking help through therapy and coaching, and provides practical strategies for prioritizing tasks and creating a roadmap for business success. Bianca shares her personal experiences and offers actionable advice to help entrepreneurs reignite their passion and effectively mana...
9 Oct 2024
HELP! Should I bring on a business partner?
Subscribe to Bianca Lager's newsletter for advice on the business decisions and leadership problems clogging up your mental inbox.This week's advice submission: I've been running a successful online course business for the past two years, but I'm starting to feel burnout from constantly creating new content and managing student interactions. I'm considering bringing on additional instructors or partners, but I'm not sure how to structure this arrangement. Any advice on scaling a knowledg...
1 Oct 2024
HELP! I'm Working 80-Hour Weeks!
Subscribe to Bianca Lager's newsletter for advice on the business decisions and leadership problems clogging up your mental inbox.This week's advice submission: "I've been running my IT consulting business for seven years, and it's finally taking off. The problem is, I'm working 80-hour weeks and haven't had a vacation in three years. My family is frustrated, and I'm constantly exhausted. I know I need to step back, but I'm afraid everything will fall apart if I'm not involved in every d...
21 Sept 2024
HELP! How Do I Completely Change My Company?
Subscribe to Bianca Lager's newsletter for advice on the business decisions and leadership problems clogging up your mental inbox.This week's advice submission: "I started my business with a clear vision of what I wanted it to become, but as we’ve grown, I feel like we’re straying from that original mission to chase more immediate revenue. I want to get back on track, but I’m worried about how my team will react to a shift in priorities. How do I steer the business back in line with my long-t...
15 Sept 2024
HELP! How Do I Fire My Friend?
Bianca Lager delivers advice on the business decisions and leadership problems clogging up your mental inbox This week's advice submission: "I'm the founder of a small e-commerce startup, and I've been working around the clock to get our business off the ground. Recently, I hired a close friend to handle our marketing and social media efforts, but I'm starting to have doubts about their performance and whether they're the right fit for the role. I'm hesitant to terminate their emplo...
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