Mar 14, 2024
In less than 20 minutes a week, we'll introduce you to
an expert or business owner with deep experience in what they do.
Grow you, grow your team, grow a small business.
Welcome to the "Grow a Small Business" podcast with your host,
Michael Denehey. In this episode, Michael interviews Barbara
McGregor, Managing Director at McGregor + Associates Hobart,
Tasmania, Australia.
In this episode, delve into business brilliance with
Barbara McGregor, Managing Director at McGregor + Associates |
Strategy I Communications I Culture, a seasoned leader with a track
record spanning diverse industries. Discover her proven strategies,
honed through years of success, empowering small businesses to
thrive. Learn valuable insights on transparent leadership and
cultivating a positive workplace culture for lasting impact.
Key Takeaways for Small Business Owners:
Transparent Leadership: Barbara
highlights the importance of open communication in leadership. CEOs
should openly share the strategic plan, fostering trust and keeping
employees informed about the business's direction.
Strategic Planning for Small
Businesses: For small business owners, defining purpose
and core priorities is crucial. Implementing a simplified
plan-on-a-page approach helps align teams with strategic
intentions.
Collaborative Approach: Barbara
suggests involving key team members in the strategic planning
process. Collaborate with the team to ensure everyone understands
and resonates with the strategic intent.
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Communication is King: Emphasizing
the significance of clear messaging, Barbara urges consistent and
engaging communication. Keeping messages lively and aligning them
with the company's purpose helps build a shared understanding.
Aligning Strategies Across Business
Aspects: A consistent message across internal, investor
relations, market, and customer strategies is crucial. This
alignment reinforces integrity and builds trust both internally and
externally.
Celebrating Success: Barbara advocates for celebrating successes, emphasizing its positive impact on team morale. Recognition for achievements should be integrated into position descriptions and reward systems.
One action small business owners can
take:
Initiate transparent communication within your team. Share your
strategic plan openly, aligning every member with the business's
purpose. By fostering trust and engagement, you empower your
employees to understand and contribute to the journey, creating a
positive workplace culture and driving overall success.
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Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business
podcast guest:
Transparent communication is the cornerstone of
effective leadership –Barbara McGregor
A positive workplace culture is built on the foundation of
understanding and shared purpose – Barbara McGregor
Start small, communicate openly, and watch your business grow
with engaged and motivated employees." - Barbara McGregor