My Daily Business Podcast
Do you love your business? You should, right? Well sometimes, as small business owners, we just don't. The My Daily Business podcast is here to provide inspiration, education and motivation for small business owners who want to fall in love with their business again and build a business they can be proud of. Hosted by Fiona Killackey, author, speaker, business coach and founder of My Daily Business, this podcast includes business coaching, interviews with small business owners and tips, tools and tactics to help you scale your small business without scaling the stress. Grab freebies to help you grow your...
Episode 604: When Everything Feels Urgent: How to Think More Strategically in Your Business
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If everything feels urgent in your business, you’re likely missing one critical thing: strategy.
In this episode, Fiona explains why being busy isn’t the same as being strategic, and how to stop reacting to everything and start prioritising what actually moves the needle. You’ll learn the difference between strategy and tactics, how to think long-term, and how to make better decisions in your business.
Perfect for small business owners who feel overwhelmed, stuck or constantly behind.
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Episode 603: How to Prioritise in Business When Everything Feels Important
Creative small business owners rarely struggle with ideas. The real challenge is deciding what actually matters right now. In this quick tip, Fiona Killackey shares three practical ways to prioritise your work when everything on your list feels urgent.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How to use the Eisenhower Matrix to separate urgent tasks from truly important work A simple long-term question that instantly clarifies what deserves your time Why filtering priorities through your values and long-term goals leads to better business decisionsConnect with My Daily Business:
Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: he...Episode 602: Lucienne Van Sebille of mon house
Mon House founder Lucienne Van Sebille joins Fiona to share how a love of vintage furniture, sustainability and thoughtful design turned into a thriving online gallery and creative business.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How Lucienne built Mon House by sourcing vintage furniture and objects she genuinely loves and photographing them in her own home The behind-the-scenes reality of running a creative business, from sourcing and restoration to pricing and logistics Why slowing down, trusting your eye and sharing your personal story can help you build a more meaningful brand and communityConnect with mo...
Episode 601: Feeling flat about your business? This can help.
In this Quick Tip episode, Fiona talks about the power of giving back and why volunteering can shift your perspective as a small business owner.
With the Altru Charity Festival happening in Melbourne this weekend, Fiona shares why contribution matters, how small businesses can support causes they care about, and why generosity often creates unexpected inspiration in your own work.
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In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why volunteering can bring powerful perspective when running a business Simple ways small business owners can give bac...Episode 600: Fiona Killackey interviewed by Sarah Sherry for the 600th podcast episode
To celebrate 600 episodes of the My Daily Business Podcast, Fiona Killackey sits down with Sarah Sherry (co-founder of Clothing The Gaps) for a candid conversation about the realities of building a sustainable small business over a decade. From leaving a corporate marketing role to navigating grief, motherhood and entrepreneurship, Fiona shares the lessons that shaped both her business and her life.
600th Podcast Interview
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The biggest lessons Fiona has learned after 10 years running a small business and hosting 600 podcast episodes Why tying your identity to your work can qu...Episode 599: What season are you really in in your small business
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Business consultant, coach and founder of My Daily Business, Fiona Killackey, explores how understanding the season of business you’re truly in can transform your strategy, reduce comparison and bring clarity to your next move.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• How to identify whether you’re in a growth, maintenance, transition or consolidation season
• Why comparing yourself to someone in a completely different life stage can quietly derail your progress
• How to align your business strategy with your real capacity, health, family and priorities
• Practical questions to ask so your busines...
Episode 598: Maleik Njoroge of All Tribes Are Beautiful
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Creative technologist and All Tribes Are Beautiful founder Maleik Njoroge joins Fiona to explore the intersection of chess, fashion, community and creativity and how standing out starts with self-expression.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• How Malik built a global creative brand from a dream — including the world’s first handcrafted Chess dhurrie
• Why chess and fashion aren’t intimidating — and how both can unlock confidence, identity and community
• Practical advice for creatives and small business owners on standing out, building community and backing your own ideas
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Episode 597: What is indecision costing you?
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In this episode, Fiona explores the hidden cost of indecision in business and why waiting for the “perfect time” may be quietly holding you back.
From sitting on ideas for years to overthinking launches, newsletters or new offers, Fiona shares why momentum matters more than perfection and how small action builds clarity, confidence and trust.
You’ll learn:
Why indecision carries an emotional and financial cost How delaying action makes things feel heavier and more overwhelming A simple way to break procrastination and create momentum today⭐️⭐️ Join Group Coaching for 2026 ⭐️⭐️
Episode 596: Showing up is not showing off
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In this episode, Fiona explores why showing up in your business is not the same as showing off and how cultural conditioning, tall poppy syndrome and fear of judgment may be holding you back from visibility and growth.
If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable promoting your work, talking about your results or stepping into your authority, this episode will help you reframe visibility as service, not ego.
You’ll learn:
The difference between showing up with confidence and showing off from egoHow consistency builds trust and why disappearing damages momentumPracti...Episode 595: Are we actually making time for creativity?
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In this Quick Tip episode, Fiona explores a simple but powerful question: are we actually making time for creativity?
From putting physical limits on phone scrolling to rethinking what we do with small pockets of time, this episode is a gentle reminder that creativity doesn’t need hours, perfection, or big plans. Sometimes it just needs 15 minutes.
Fiona shares practical ways to reclaim those moments, reduce friction, and make space for creativity, curiosity and calm in everyday life.
You’ll learn:
Why stopping scrolling isn’t enough without replacing...Episode 594: Shelley Panton on The Panton Store: Trusting yourself and moving to the country
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Shelley Panton is a potter, ceramicist, and owner of The Panton Store, a beloved lifestyle and home boutique in Toora, Gippsland. In this episode, she shares the down-to-earth story of building her business from scratch and making the bold move from inner-city Melbourne to regional Victoria.
You'll learn:
How early collaborations (like the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival) helped put her store on the map with the right audienceWhy trusting your intuition combined with looking at the data is crucial for making big business decisionsThe reality of running a bricks-and-mortar retail business an...Episode 593: Regret minimisation for better business decisions
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In this Quick Tip episode, Fiona introduces the concept of regret minimisation and why it can be one of the most grounding decision-making tools for business and life.
Rather than asking “what’s the safest option?” or “what will everyone else think?”, this episode invites you to look ahead and ask what future you would regret not doing. Especially when you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or afraid of making the wrong move.
This is not about reckless decisions or chasing every idea. It’s about clarity, perspective, and choosing in a way that aligns with your v...
Episode 592: What 10 years in business really teaches you
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In this coaching episode, Fiona reflects on what 10 years in business has really taught her, beyond the highlights, milestones and metrics.
This is an honest conversation about growth, adaptability, identity, expectations, community and the long road of building something that lasts. Fiona shares what’s worked, what hasn’t, what surprised her most, and why staying connected to your values matters more than ever as your business evolves.
Whether you’re in your first year or your twentieth, this episode is a reminder that sustainable businesses are built slowly, thoughtfully, and often...
Episode 591: Tip:How to stay adaptable, not reactive in business
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In this quick tip episode, Fiona shares why adaptability is one of the most important skills you can build in business, and why being adaptable is very different from being reactive.
Drawing on nearly a decade in business (and plenty of real-life curveballs), Fiona explores how staying grounded in your values allows you to respond to change without losing yourself in the process.
You’ll learn:
The difference between adaptability and reactivity in businessWhy adaptability is a skill you can practise, not a personality traitHow to stay flexible without constantly s...Episode 590: Davina Adamson of Black Finch Jewellery on finding joy in your creative connection
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In this episode, Fiona talks to Davina Adamson, Creative Director of Black Finch Jewellery. Davina shares her journey from visual arts to opening her first designer retail store at age 20, creating her own line then closing that business and moving into work with her partner, master jeweller, Raymond de Zwart at Black Finch jewellery.
You'll learn:
How to transition from different creative careers The reality of working with family members in business and how to create clear roles, boundaries, and a strong organisational structure Why relentless experimentation and staying authentically entertained in your m...Episode 589: How sticky is your brand and why is it essential in 2026?
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In this episode, Fiona explores what it really means to build a “sticky” brand.
Moving beyond sales and follower counts, Fiona looks at why some brands keep people coming back while others feel purely transactional. This episode is a practical reset for anyone who feels like customers only show up during promotions and then disappear.
You’ll be invited to reflect on where your brand is creating genuine connection, and where it might be missing opportunities to build trust and loyalty.
You’ll learn:
What brand stickiness ac...Episode 588: The death of the influencer and what replaces it for your small business
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In this episode, Fiona unpacks the idea of the “death of the influencer” and what it really means for brands, creatives, and small businesses navigating marketing in a noisy, trust-scarce world.
Rather than chasing reach or hype, Fiona explores the shift toward people of influence, long-term relationships, and values-led visibility — and how brands can rethink influence at every stage of the customer journey.
You’ll learn:
Why traditional influencer marketing is losing impact — and what’s replacing itThe difference between influencers, content creators, and people of influence (and why it matte...Episode 587: Is this the death of the influencer?
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In this episode, Fiona discusses what the 'death' of the influencer really means and dissects the differences between an influencer, content creator and person of influence. If you have ever considered collaborating with an influencer for your creative small business, this is definitely one to listen to!
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In this episode, Fiona talks to Mukti, founder of Mukti Organics, about building a values-led business over more than 25 years — and what it really takes to stay true to your vision through growth, setbacks, and change.
Starting her business from her laundry and market stalls, Mukti shares the realities of bootstrapping, resilience, and rebuilding, as well as the power of education and integrity in creating long-term impact. This is a deeply honest conversation about longevity, values, and using business as a force for meaningful change.
You’ll learn:
Why knowi...Episode 585: What teenagers can teach us about business
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In this quick tip episode, Fiona reflects on becoming the parent of a teenager and the surprising parallels between adolescence and building a business.
Teenage years are often framed as difficult or disruptive, but they’re also a time of growth, identity formation, and learning to trust yourself. And as it turns out, that’s exactly what many business owners are navigating too.
This episode explores how the lessons we try to pass on to teenagers, about intuition, values, and discernment, are just...
Episode 584: Why depth beats noise in content marketing in 2026
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In this coaching episode, Fiona explores why long-form, thoughtful content is becoming one of the most powerful marketing tools in an increasingly noisy, short-form world.
As attention spans feel fractured and many people step back from constant scrolling, brands that invest in depth, clarity, and trust are standing out more than ever. This episode unpacks why chasing quick hits and trends often leads to burnout and diminishing returns, and how deeper content builds long-term connection, authority, and loyalty.
If you’ve been focusing he...
Episode 583: Why 90-day planning actually works
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In this quick tip episode, Fiona explores why working in 90-day cycles can be one of the most effective ways to make real progress in business and life.
While long-term vision and annual planning absolutely have their place, focusing on the next 90 days can reduce overwhelm, create momentum, and help you take action based on what’s actually happening in your life right now, not what you hope might happen months from now.
If you’re feeling stuck, stretched, or frustrated by big goa...
Episode 582: Suji Sanjeevan of Light + Glo and BrandScent on what it takes to create a business with impact
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In this episode, Fiona talks to Suji Sanjeevan, founder of Light + Glo and BrandScent, about building multiple successful businesses, creating bespoke scent experiences for major brands, and staying human in the age of AI.
You'll Learn:
How to pivot from a traditional career path to follow your passion and build a thriving businessWhy storytelling and human connection are essential for standing out in competitive industriesHow to create bespoke scent marketing strategies for businesses across different sectors'The science behind scent and its impact on health...Episode 581: What do you REALLY want from small business and life?
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In this final episode of 2025, Fiona reflects on a powerful question we don't ask ourselves enough: What do you really want from business and life?
You'll learn:
• Why we let other people guide our business decisions instead of checking in with ourselves
• How to distinguish between what you actually want versus what you think you should want
• Why it's okay to want a "chill life" instead of an empire—and vice versa
• How to regularly reassess your goals as your life and prio...
Episode 580:What's the Alternative? How to Stop Worrying and Move Your Business Forward
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In this special episode, Fiona revisits a deeply personal episode from 2020 about her late father, recorded less than a year after his passing. Six years on from his death, she reflects on how his wisdom continues to guide her business decisions—especially during challenging times.
You'll learn:
The one powerful question her dad always asked that changed how she approaches worry and uncertainty in businessWhy commitment through the ups and downs is essential for any long-term business successHow to assess whether your worries are ac...Episode 579: The Two Business Priorities You Can't Ignore in 2026
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In this quick tip episode, Fiona shares the two fundamental areas that will make the biggest difference to your business growth in 2026: visibility and financial literacy.
You'll learn:
• Why visibility isn't vanity—it's a business necessity, and practical ways to show up consistently (from social media to local area marketing)
• How to create a "visibility hour" in your calendar and use accountability to actually follow through on pitching yourself
• Why financial literacy is the biggest differentiator between people who have money and people...
Episode 578: Sarah Borg of Bangin Hangins on strategic marketing, setting boundaries and loving what you do
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In this interview episode, Fiona talks to Sarah Borg of Bangin Hangins about building a successful and sustainable event-based business, managing client expectations, and creating systems that allow you to grow without burning out.
You'll learn:
• How to set clear boundaries with clients from the beginning to avoid scope creep
• Why being specific about what you can and can't deliver leads to better client relationships
• How to strategically use downtime to work on content and marketing that attracts more clients
• The...
Episode 577: Understanding this makes it all better
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In this episode, Fiona talks about life's cycles and transitions, inspired by her son's primary school graduation, and how the constant need to start over as a beginner applies directly to running a small business. She explores why embracing these cycles of growth and change is essential for sustainable business success.
You'll Learn:
• Why becoming a beginner again and again in business is not a setback but a sign of growth and expansion
• How to reframe feelings of uncertainty and disco...
Episode 576: What's on your No List in 2026?
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What if creating a list of what you WON'T do could be more powerful than your goals for 2026? In this coaching episode, I'm diving deep into the concept of your "No List" - a boundary document that could save you time, energy, and money while helping you focus on what actually matters.
We often identify who we are by understanding who we are not, and your No List works the same way. From saying no to coffee meetings during work hours to declining "pick y...
Episode 575: What actually works in your small business?
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In this quick tip episode, Fiona explores a simple but powerful end-of-year practice: looking at what actually stuck. Instead of rushing into 2026 goals, Fiona reflects on the habits, ideas and conversations that genuinely supported her during a year of unexpected change. From leaving her phone downstairs to returning to meditation and following the joy all the way to the Subject Object Market, this episode is an invitation to notice what worked and why it mattered.
What You’ll Learn
• Why looking back is just...
Episode 574: Clothing the Gaps on Not a Date to Celebrate
Join me for an important conversation with Laura Thompson and Sarah Sheridan from Clothing the Gaps about their "Not a Date to Celebrate" campaign. This episode explores how small businesses can create meaningful social change, the power of authentic advocacy, and practical ways you can get involved - whether you're in Australia or listening internationally.
This conversation covers the history behind why January 26th is problematic, how Clothing the Gaps successfully campaigned to "Free the Flag," and their current petition that's gained over 73,000 signatures. You'll learn about building effective campaigns, using your business platform for good, and...
Episode 573: Are you self sabotaging your small business success?
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In this quick tip episode, Fiona digs into a behaviour she sees all the time in small business — self-sabotage. From saying you want more media exposure to turning opportunities down because you “don’t feel ready,” this episode is a reality check wrapped in encouragement. Fiona shares real examples, practical questions to ask yourself and why fear might be stopping you from the growth you’re craving.
What You’ll Learn
Why so many small business owners unknowingly block their own opportunitiesThe difference b...Episode 572: How to build community in a digital world
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The Subject Object Market will run 10am - 2pm AEDT Saturday 6th December at the Warrandyte Mechanics Institute, Cnr Yarra St and Mitchell Av, Warrandyte.
In this episode, Fiona shares why she is returning to more human, real world connection in her business and how creating a small local market has reminded her of the value of community, creativity and presence alongside AI. She talks through the stallholders, the process, the stretch, and why doing something in person can shift so much in both work and l...
Episode 571: Stop Fixing Everything: Focus on These 3 Things Instead
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What if one simple question could transform your entire business in 2026? In this episode, Fiona is sharing the exact question she asks every potential client that reveals the three things you should focus on to create real, meaningful change.
Instead of trying to fix everything at once (we've all been there!), this episode will help you identify the THREE specific things that would make the biggest impact on your business over the next 12 months. We're talking real, actionable focus - not just growth for growth...
Episode 570: Work, Mental Health and Finding Balance with Professor Eóin Killackey (Clinical Psychologist)
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In this somewhat personal episode, Fiona chats with her brother, Professor Eóin Killackey - a clinical psychologist and researcher at Orygen who specialises in youth mental health and employment outcomes. While Eóin isn't a small business owner, his insights on managing uncertainty, the relationship between work and mental wellbeing, and learning to switch off are invaluable for entrepreneurs.
They discuss the science behind why purposeful work matters for mental health, practical strategies for dealing with constant stress and uncertainty, and how to recognise whe...
Episode 569: A Simple Mindset Exercise to Redesign Your Business with Intention
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Who do you really admire in business — and what does that reveal about the way you want to work and live?In today’s quick tip episode, Fiona shares a simple but powerful exercise to help small business owners stop comparing themselves to the wrong people, get clear on their real values, and design a business that genuinely supports their life.
You’ll learn how to identify the 10 people you truly admire, uncover the patterns behind why they inspire you, and use those insights to make...
Episode 568: Are You Missing the Moments That Could Transform Your Small Business?
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You'll Learn How To:
• Recognise transformational moments when they happen in your business journey
• Create genuine human connections with your customers and audience
• Stop hiding your enthusiasm and show up with authentic passion
• Build a business that supports a life full of meaning and purpose
• Turn ordinary interactions into opportunities for real impact
• Embrace vulnerability and authenticity in your business communications
• Find clarity and perspective during challenging times as an entrepreneur
• Use everyday experiences to fu...
Episode 567: Can you stick to 100 days of doing something in your small business
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In today's quick tip episode, Fiona explores the power of committing to 100 days to build consistency and momentum in your business. If you're someone who gets excited about new ideas but struggles to follow through once the novelty wears off, this episode is for you. Fiona shares practical tips for setting up your own 100-day challenge and why this timeframe is perfect for creating lasting change.
You'll learn:
Why 100 days is the perfect timeframe for building habits and maintaining f...Episode 556: Meagan Morton on following your charm, being authentically you and finding what you love
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In today's interview, Fiona speaks with Meagan Morton - stylist, creative director, and founder of The School - about following your creative instincts, building authentic businesses, and finding beauty in the everyday. Meagan shares her journey from growing up on a banana farm in Queensland to creating a global community of creative women, and why being authentically yourself is your greatest business asset.
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Episode 565: The Two Things Every Entrepreneur Craves (And How to Get Them Right)
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In this episode, Fiona shares a powerful parenting psychology concept that applies directly to business success. Drawing from child development research, she explores how every person - including entrepreneurs - needs two fundamental things daily: attention and power, and reveals how understanding this can transform your business strategy and decision-making.
You'll learn:
• The two essential daily needs that drive human behavior in both children and adults
• How to audit where your business attention is going and whether it's servi...
