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Small Business Straight Talk | Productivity, Time Management, Mindset, & Business Strategies

Small Business Straight Talk | Productivity, Time Management, Mindset, & Business Strategies

Written by: Amber De La Garza The Productivity Specialist For Small Business Owners
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If you're a small business owner who wants to learn effective business strategies, improve time management, and elevate productivity to maximize profits, reduce stress, and make time for what matters most, this podcast is for you! Amber is a sought-after coach, trainer, speaker, writer and the creator of Leverage Lab®. Amber gives small business owners the straight talk on what it takes to reduce stress, be productive, and grow your business. Tune in and subscribe to get the straight talk on productivity, time management, business systems, leading your team, strategic decision making, and mindset. Also hear Amber interview guests about their expertise and insights on other business topics. Want one-on-one business support? Get coached on productivity, time management, business systems, leading your team, strategic decision making, and mindset so you can reduce stress, reclaim time, and increase profits during private coaching sessions with Amber tailored specifically to help you and your small business succeed! Head on over to https://www.AmberDeLaGarza.com/Coaching for more info!Copyright 2025 Organizational Elements L.L.C. DBA Amber De La Garza, The Productivity Specialist, All Rights Reserved. Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership
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  • 414 | Encore: Building A Company Culture Of High Performers Who Never Want To Leave With Yuri Elkaim
    Feb 16 2026

    Ever feel like you're spinning your wheels with your team? Too much back and forth, unclear expectations, and you're wondering if it's them or if it's you? In this week's episode of the Small Business Straight Talk Podcast, I'm bringing back my conversation with Yuri Elkaim because he gets real about being the source of his own team's chaos AND explains exactly what he did to fix it.

    What You'll Discover In This Episode:

    ✔ The Two Leadership Skills That Matter Most When Building A High-Performing Team

    ✔ Why Your Company Culture Is A Direct Reflection Of You As The Founder

    ✔ How To Build Strong Team Bonds When Everyone Works 100% Remotely

    ✔ The Simple Tool That Turns 10 Minutes Of Clarity Into 10 Hours Saved

    ✔ What "Stars And Seeds" Means And How It Transforms Your Hiring Strategy

    ✔ So Much More!

    To access resources and links from this episode, visit AmberDeLaGarza.com/414

    P.S. Not sure where to focus first? Take my free Next Level Business Owner Quiz to find out exactly what's holding you back and what to prioritize next. → Take the quiz at AmberDeLaGarza.com/Quiz

    And… If you're ready to stop being the bottleneck and start building a team that actually runs without you, I'd love to talk. Schedule your Discovery Call at AmberDeLaGarza.com/Call

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    59 mins
  • 413 | The Love Letter Your Business Has Been Waiting To Send You
    Feb 9 2026

    What if your business could write you a love letter?

    This Valentine's week, I recorded something different. I stepped aside and gave your business a voice. If things have felt heavy lately... if the spark has faded... if you've been wondering whether it's all worth it... this episode is for you.

    In this episode of the Small Business Straight Talk Podcast, your business has something to say to you.

    What You'll Discover:

    ✔ What Your Business Sees That You Might Have Forgotten

    ✔ Why Your Business Isn't The Enemy

    ✔ The Permission You Have To Reshape What You've Built

    ✔ An Invitation To Fall Back In Love

    ✔ So Much More!

    To access resources and links from this episode, visit AmberDeLaGarza.com/413

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    13 mins
  • 412 | You Don't Need More Discipline, You Need More Trust
    Feb 2 2026

    Every broken promise to yourself has a cost. If you've been struggling to follow through on your own commitments, the problem might not be what you think. In this week's episode of the Small Business Straight Talk Podcast, I'm sharing a different lens on why you can't seem to keep promises to yourself, and it has nothing to do with discipline, willpower, or finding the right planner.

    What You'll Discover In This Episode:

    ✔ Why Your Self-Trust Bank May Be Overdrawn And What That Means For Your Follow-Through

    ✔ The Fiduciary Responsibility You Have To Yourself That Most Business Owners Ignore

    ✔ How Small Broken Promises Compound Into A Trust Crisis

    ✔ The Micro-Deposit Strategy For Rebuilding Trust One Kept Promise At A Time

    ✔ So Much More!

    To access resources and links from this episode, visit AmberDeLaGarza.com/412

    P.S. I invite you to take my Next Level Business Owner Quiz! Find out what's most holding you back and get a personalized playlist to help you solve those pain points. Head on over to AmberDeLaGarza.com/QUIZ.

    And… If you're tired of being someone who breaks promises to yourself and you're ready to finally build the trust, the systems, and the follow-through your business needs, I'd like to talk to you. Schedule your Discovery Call at AmberDeLaGarza.com/Call.

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    38 mins
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