Leveraging Operations in Leadership
Welcome to Leveraging Operations in Leadership, the essential podcast for new business leaders looking to build and lead exceptional teams.
In each episode, we'll dive deep into operational strategies and tactics designed to help you create a high-performance environment. From effective planning and streamlined processes to robust leadership development, we'll cover everything you need to know to inspire and manage your team with confidence.
Our mission is to equip you with the tools and insights necessary to avoid burnout while fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Whether you're a first-time manager or a seasoned leader looking to sharpen your skills, this podcast is your go-to resource for mastering the art of team leadership.
Join us on this journey to elevate your leadership game and achieve outstanding results with your team.
Episodes
29 episodes
Top Five Leadership Challenges and How to Overcome Them
New to managing a team? This episode is packed with actionable advice tailored for new leaders. Join Tonya D. Harrison as she answers common questions, from making time for one-on-one meetings to managing former peers...
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Episode 28
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28:07
Mastering the 5 P Framework for High-Performance Teams
Are you ready to transform your team’s performance? Dive into today’s episode as we unpack the 5 P's Framework – Principles, People, Performance, Processes and Platforms, and Planning – essential for building and leading exceptional teams. ...
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Episode 27
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19:08
Strength in Silence: Leveraging Introversion for Leaders' Success
Introversion in leadership is a powerful yet underestimated topic, which we explore in today’s episode. Join me as we uncover the myths surrounding introverted leaders and highlight their unique strengths, offering practical strategies for turn...
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Episode 26
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21:30
The Power of Principles: Building Trust and Resilience in Leadership
Ever felt the sting of being overlooked for a promotion? It's a situation many can relate to, but the real question is: How do you maintain your integrity and drive amidst such a disappointment? Principles in leadership – it’s a cr...
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Episode 25
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18:42
Breaking the Hire, Fire, Rehire Cycle: Building a Stable, High-Performing Team
Unlock the secrets to breaking free from the exhausting cycle of hiring, firing, and rehiring. What if you could transform your team into a stable, high-performing powerhouse? Join me, Tanya D. Harrison, on the Operations Toolbox podcast, as we...
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Episode 24
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23:21
Delegation Tactics for Elevated Team Performance
Could your leadership effectiveness be limited by your inability to delegate? Join Tanya D Harrison as she unpacks why over 70% of leaders find delegation challenging and how a shift in mindset can liberate you from control issues and lack of t...
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Episode 23
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14:46
From Vision to Victory: Practical Goal Setting Tactics for Teams
Can your team achieve more with better planning? Today’s episode of the Operations Toolbox podcast is designed to provide you with the tools and insights to transform high-level business goals into actionable strategies. Join me, Tonya D, as we...
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Episode 22
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31:47
Optimizing Workflows: Four Essential Steps to Boost Team Productivity
How much more efficient could your team be if you streamlined your workflows today? Join me, Tonya D, on this week's episode of the Operations Toolbox for Business Leaders and uncover actionable insights that will revolutionize you...
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Episode 21
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16:36
Leading with Trust: The Key to Team Performance and Engagement
Ever wondered how to transform your team’s performance by simply building trust? This episode of the Operations Toolbox for Business Leaders offers invaluable insights into becoming the trusted leader your team needs. Learn the profound impact ...
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Episode 20
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24:19
Building Your Dream Team on a Budget: Strategies for Solopreneurs
Ever felt like expanding your team is a luxury you can't afford? Get ready to challenge that notion. Join me, Tonya D. Harrison, on the Operations Toolbox podcast, where we debunk the myth that expanding your team is just for the b...
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Episode 19
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16:01
Uncovering Business Potential: Mastering SWOT Analysis for Dynamic Growth
Ready to harness the full potential of your business with a time-tested strategy? Let me, Tonya D. Harrison, be your guide on the Operations Toolbox podcast as we unwrap the power of SWOT analysis to build a robust blueprint for su...
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Episode 18
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14:07
Building Capacity: From Overworked Solopreneur to Strategic Business Leader
Feeling overwhelmed by the entrepreneurial grind? It's time to make your business work for you, not against you. I'm Tonya D. Harrison, and in my latest podcast, I tackle the beast of burnout head-on, guiding you through the signals that scream...
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Episode 17
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14:57
Optimize Your Operations: Discover My Top 5 Business Power Tools!
Have you ever felt like you're drowning in a sea of tools and software, supposed to make your entrepreneurial journey smoother, but they just add to the chaos?It may not be you, it could be that you’ve selected the wrong technology/tool...
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Episode 16
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27:06
Mastering Performance Management: The Business Edition
Ever felt like you're juggling a million tasks as a solopreneur and still not seeing the business growth you crave? Well, saddle up, because today's episode with Tonya D. Harrison is the change you've been searching for. Tony...
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Episode 15
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10:24
Maximizing Your Day: 3 Key Ingredients to Self-Managagement
Ever feel like you're spinning your wheels, working hard but not getting anywhere? Let me, Tonya D. Harrison, guide you to reclaim your time and elevate your productivity to new heights in the latest episode of Operational Toolbox. We're diving...
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Episode 14
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14:12
Operational Excellence: Five Principles to Transform Your Small Business and Accelerate Success
Unlock the full potential of your small business with the transformative strategies of operational excellence! I, Tonya D. Harrison, am thrilled to guide you through the five foundational principles that will elevate your business operations to...
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Episode 13
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9:20
Clarity in the Midst of Chaos: A Path to Success
Ever felt like your business is steering you rather than the other way around? During this episode, we will discuss the bedlam that solopreneurs and micro-business owners often find themselves in, sharing tactics from my arsenals to combat the ...
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Episode 12
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10:23
Embracing a CEO Mindset: Transitioning from Employee to Entrepreneur
What if the biggest leap you could make wasn't into the world of entrepreneurship but within your own mindset?One of the most potent transitions you'll make doesn't involve strategies or business plans—it's all about shifting from being...
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Episode 11
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14:36
Elevating Your Game: The Solopreneur's Guide to Boosting Profits through Productivity
Struggling to reach your revenue goals? Ready to supercharge your productivity? This episode is jam-packed with insights to help you do just that. We'll be exploring the importance of setting clear quarterly goals and how this can ...
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Episode 10
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15:54
Exceeding Expectations: The Power of a WOW Delivery System in Business
Ever wondered how exceeding customer expectations during product or service delivery can turn your business into a client magnet? In this episode of Operations Toolbox, I, your host Tonya D. Harrison, break down the concept of a wow delivery sy...
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Episode 9
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13:27
The CEO Journey: Unpacking the Transition from Solopreneur
Ever thought about the power shift that happens when you transition from a solopreneur to a CEO? Well, buckle up as we explore this thrilling journey in our latest podcast episode. As we bust some commonly held myths, you'll be surprised to lea...
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Episode 8
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18:39
Operations Management: Your Path to Achieving Greater Business Flexibility and Growth
Imagine transforming your solo venture into a triumph of efficiency, optimizing costs, boosting customer satisfaction, and enhancing business flexibility - sounds unbelievable, right? Brace yourself, because that's exactly what you'...
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Episode 7
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20:05
Planning: The Secret Weapon to Accelerate the Growth of Your Business
Did you know companies with written plans grow 30% faster? The key is to make sure you have a detailed plan that outlines the essential components required to achieve your goals and improve your business performance.During this ...
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Episode 6
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22:13
Metrics: How to Start Measuring What Matters
Are you measuring what matters?One of the most underutilized resources in a small business is data. Outside of tracking revenue, many small businesses don't track anything. Data is extremely useful when it comes to understanding...
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Episode 5
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17:19
Are You Ready to Hire: Prepare Your Business For Your First or Next Hire
Are you ready to hire?Hiring your first or next team member can be exciting and overwhelming. In order for everyone involved to have a great experience, there are a couple of things you want to do in preparation. Whether it's a ...
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Episode 4
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18:38