The Impact Ripple - Hiring and Leadership for Visionary Female Business Owners
Looking for simple, doable, and fun advice to help you become a better leader and hire amazing team members? Look no further than The Impact Ripple Podcast! Hosted by small business HR expert Ashley Cox, this podcast is the go-to source for visionary female small business owners who want to grow their teams with confidence, ease, and a whole lot of fun.
Each episode features actionable advice and tips on everything from delegation and team culture to time management and imposter syndrome, along with inspiring stories from other powerful businesswomen. With Ashley's focus on compassionate and intentional leadership, values-based hiring, and a do-it-yourself mindset for exponential growth, you'll learn how to scale your business and electrify your bottom line.
So if you're ready to kiss uncertainty and overwhelm goodbye and revolutionize your hiring and leadership journey, tune in to The Impact Ripple Podcast today!
Episodes
36 episodes
35. 4 Remarkable Ways AI Accelerates Your Team’s Growth + How to Implement it Effectively
Join me on the Season 3 finale of The Impact Ripple podcast as I wrap up our AI Series!In this episode, we’re taking a look at 4 remarkable benefits of integrating AI into your small business in a way that will leverage your team’s full...
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34. Using AI? How to Legally Protect Your Small Business with Brittany Ratelle
In this episode of The Impact Ripple podcast, I'm thrilled to be joined by Brittany Ratelle, Small Business Lawyer, to explore the legal concerns and considerations of artificial intelligence and its impact on small businesses.Together,...
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33. BIPOC-Centered AI: A Critical Look at Inclusivity in Technology with Ajia Allen
In the second episode of our AI series for leaders, Ajia Allen, Owner and Principal Strategist of Digalyne, a digital strategy agency, joins me to discuss the importance of and need for diversity and inclusivity in the development of generative...
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32. How to Leverage AI as Your Tech Teammate with Abby Herman
Join me and Abby Herman, a Fractional Marketing Director, in this fantastic podcast episode that kicks off our AI series for leaders where we uncover the incredible world of AI and its game-changing role in small businesses. Togethe...
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31. 3 Key Elements for Successful Hiring in a Post-Pandemic World
It’s no secret that hiring has changed over the past few years and it’s harder to hire now than ever before. Or is it…In this solo episode, I break down the challenges small businesses are facing when it comes to hiring (including a shi...
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30. How to Lead with Collaboration and Transparency with Ketmanee Whitlock
In this engaging episode of the Impact Ripple podcast, I sat down with the incredibly talented Ketmanee Whitlock to chat about her transformative journey in the beauty industry. Ketmanee, the visionary behind Edify Salon, shares ab...
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29. Powerful Ways to Create a More Inclusive and Accessible Workplace with Dannie Lynn Fountain
Disability accommodations. What are they? And should you be providing them in your small business?Join me for an empowering conversation on The Impact Ripple podcast with the incredible Dannie Lynn Fountain as we explore the wor...
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28. Build a Better Team through Empathetic Storytelling with Janna Browning
Have you ever thought team building was cheesy and a total waste of time?But what if it could be truly impactful for your business and team (minus the cheese factor)? If it could help your team understand ...
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27. The Learning Table: Crafting a Community of Motivated, Impactful Team Members with Dr. Carrie Graham
In this episode of The Impact Ripple podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with my brilliant friend and colleague, Dr. Carrie Graham, an expert in effective training for adult learners.If you have or are growing your team, you will nee...
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26. Unmasking 3 B.S. Hiring Excuses That Are Stifling Your Recruitment Game
In this episode of "The Impact Ripple," I dive into the complex challenges faced by employers and hiring managers in our evolving post-pandemic landscape. It's no secret that hiring has become increasingly tricky, with a staggering 77% of emplo...
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25. Wrapping Up Money Month with Insights on Hiring and Creating Opportunities
In this season finale episode of The Impact Ripple Podcast, I reflect on the enlightening conversations I had during "money month" with three esteemed guests from the finance industry sharing valuable insights to empower you on your hiring jour...
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24. Why Hiring Right is Critical for Your Small Business Success with Carla Titus
Are you struggling to make informed financial decisions when it comes to hiring for your small business? Tune in to this episode of The Impact Ripple Podcast where we demystify the financial numbers and share expert tips on how to be intentiona...
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23. Breaking the Money Taboo: Overcoming Emotional Barriers to Building Wealth with Keina Newell
Are your money emotions holding you back?On this episode of The Impact Ripple Podcast, I sat down with my friend and Financial Coach, Keina Newell, founder of Wealth Over Now, to talk about building generational wealth, creating a value...
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22. How to Shift Your Money Mindset and Start Hiring Your Dream Team with Christine Walsh
This episode kicks off our Money Month series, where we’re diving deep into all things around money and finances as a business owner who’s growing a team!In this episode, I chat with Christine Walsh, a financial coach who helps women en...
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21. Growing a Business and Team without Selling Your Soul with Lee Chaix McDonough
Hey leader, if you find yourself in need of a dose of heartfelt goodness and encouragement today, take a listen to this episode of The Impact Ripple podcast with my dear friend and coach, Lee Chaix McDonough.Lee is the Founder of Coach ...
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20. Creating a Healthy Team Culture: Tips from Functional and Integrative Dietitian Amber Gourley
In this episode, we’re talking all about health and wellness at work. Something small business owners – and especially female business owners – struggle with often. Joining me for this conversation is Amber Gourley, a Functional and Integrative...
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19. Navigating the Legal Potholes of Small Business with Attorney Maritza “Shay” Nelson
Recently, I had the pleasure of sitting down for a conversation with Maritza Shay Nelson, an employment law attorney who specializes in supporting small businesses and non-profit organizations. You might be thinking, “Sheesh! HR *a...
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18. Legal Myths You Need to Know If You Have Employees with Alexis Tahinci
I’m excited to welcome our first attorney on The Impact Ripple podcast this week, Alexis Tahinci, of Tahinci Law Firm! Alexis is an employment law and civil rights attorney who works on behalf of employees who are filing claims against their em...
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17. Clones, Drones and Unicorns - 3 Types of Employees You Should Never Hire
Have you ever felt anxious thinking about hiring the wrong person for your small business?If so, you’re in luck! Because that’s exactly what I’m diving into on this episode of The Impact Riple podcast.Hiring the right person is ...
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16. Strengthen Your Team Culture: How to Become Conflict Capable with Anna Nielsen
Are you a fan of conflict? I’m guessing you probably answered, “Absolutely not!!” to that question. You might have even thought, “I’d rather get a root canal.” If you’re like most of the business owners we work with at SproutHR,...
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15. Increasing Hope and Mental Wellness on Your Team with Lindsay Recknell
In this episode of the Impact Ripple Podcast, I’m thrilled to bring you our very first guest expert! I invited my dear friend, certified psychological health and safety advisor and expert in hope, Lindsay Recknell, to join me for a powe...
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14. Overcoming the Fear of Delegation: My Favorite Insights on Hiring for New Leaders
On this episode of The Impact Ripple podcast, I’m talking about something a lot of new leaders struggle with – the fear of delegating! I share what delegating means, as well as why it can feel SO scary when delegating for the first time in your...
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13. Growing Your Team with Intention
Growing your team is, without a doubt, one of the most rewarding experiences you can have in your business.It can also be one of the most overwhelming, stressful, and expensive experiences…if you don’t get it right.But ...
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