Ginger Biz

Katy Murray

Jiving on business, while balancing everything else, I’m here to talk about topics from marketing, management to motherhood and everything in between! Join as we dive into entrepreneurship with a splash of encouragement.Let me help you reach your goals!

  1. VOR 2 TAGEN

    295. Glass Half Full vs. Half Empty: A Conversation About Perspective, Leadership, and Choosing Possibility (Even When It’s Hard)

    Send us Fan Mail  Perspective shapes more than mood. It shapes leadership, energy, and what happens next. In this episode, I’m diving into the difference between seeing the glass half full or half empty and why that choice matters so much more than we often realize. From running and motherhood to work and team dynamics, this is a conversation about choosing possibility without pretending things are perfect. If you’ve ever needed a reminder that optimism is not denial, but direction, this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn: How perspective influences leadership, culture, and emotional steadinessWhy optimism is not pretending, but choosing what to build fromHow small shifts in language and mindset can change what happens next Key Takeaways: Perspective is a practice, not a personality traitPeople borrow the way leaders interpret challenge and uncertaintySteadiness, curiosity, and possibility create forward movement Call to Action: Think about one challenge in front of you right now. Instead of asking why this is happening, ask what is still possible here. Choose one small shift in language, mindset, or action this week that helps you lead from possibility instead of fear. Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. ______________________________ You can find me here: Instagram: @gingerbiz Website: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusiness X: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

    15 Min.
  2. 7. APR.

    294. Interviewing GingerBiz: The Unscripted Episode

    Send us Fan Mail  This episode is a little different and a lot of fun. Instead of my usual format, I let ChatGPT ask me the questions and I answered them live, unscripted, and completely off the cuff. From leadership and motherhood to running, resilience, and personal growth, this conversation gave me a chance to reflect in real time and let you hear what was actually on my heart. If you’ve ever wondered how I think through leadership challenges, ambition, grace, motherhood, and becoming who I’m still growing into, this episode is for you. It’s honest, a little messy, and very much in the spirit of Ginger Biz. What You’ll Learn: What leadership, motherhood, and running are teaching me right nowHow I think about grace, growth, and showing up when life feels hardWhat it looks like to lead, live, and evolve in real time Key Takeaways: Growth often happens through honest reflection, not polished answersYou do not have to have it all figured out to keep showing upLeadership and personal growth are deeply connected to how you live every day Call to Action: If this episode resonated with you, send me a DM and let me know. I’d love to hear what question, answer, or moment stood out most to you. And if you enjoyed this unscripted style episode, tell me that too, because I just might do it again. Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. ______________________________ You can find me here: Instagram: @gingerbiz Website: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusiness X: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

    30 Min.
  3. 31. MÄRZ

    293. Getting the Most Out of Any Learning Experience: From Webinars to Week-Long Conferences

    Send us Fan Mail Attending a webinar or conference is easy. Actually getting value from it? That’s where most people fall short. In this episode, I’m sharing what I learned from my first CMAA World Conference and how to turn any learning experience into real, tangible growth. From short webinars to multi-day conferences, the real impact doesn’t come from just showing up. It comes from how you engage, reflect, and take action afterward. If you’ve ever left a training inspired… only to never implement anything, this episode will help you change that. What You’ll Learn: How to show up intentionally and get clear on your goals before any learning eventWhy active engagement and reflection are the keys to real growthHow to turn inspiration into action so learning actually sticks Key Takeaways: Attending isn’t enough, transformation happens through actionReflection is what turns information into meaningful changeSmall, intentional steps after learning create long-term impact Call to Action: Before your next webinar, workshop, or conference, decide exactly what you want to walk away with. Then commit to one to three specific actions you will implement within the week. Don’t just consume the information, use it. Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. ______________________________ You can find me here: Instagram: @gingerbiz Website: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusiness X: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

    18 Min.
  4. 24. MÄRZ

    292. The Peter Principle When Great Employees Become Struggling Leaders

    Send us Fan Mail Sometimes the very people who excel in their roles struggle once they step into leadership. Not because they lack ability, but because the job itself has completely changed. In this episode, I’m diving into the Peter Principle, the idea that employees are often promoted based on success in their current role until they reach a level that requires entirely different skills. In industries like hospitality, where organizations move quickly and promote from within, this dynamic happens more often than we realize. If you’ve ever seen a rock star employee suddenly look overwhelmed after a promotion, this conversation will help explain why and how leaders can support that transition more intentionally. What You’ll Learn: How the Peter Principle shows up in hospitality and service industriesWhy great individual contributors sometimes struggle as new leadersHow organizations can better prepare employees for leadership roles Key Takeaways: Leadership requires a completely different skill set than doing the workPromotion should reward both performance and leadership potentialGreat leaders grow into the role through learning, mentorship, and time Call to Action: Reflect on the leadership pathways within your organization. Are people being promoted with the training and support they need to succeed? This week, look for one opportunity to develop leadership skills in someone on your team before the next promotion ever happens. Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. ______________________________ You can find me here: Instagram: @gingerbiz Website: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusiness X: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

    16 Min.
  5. 17. MÄRZ

    291. The Culture Killers Nobody Talks About

    Send us Fan Mail  Culture rarely collapses because of one big moment. More often, it erodes slowly through small behaviors, missed conversations, and leadership decisions that seem harmless at the time. In this episode, I’m unpacking the quiet culture killers that often go unnoticed but quietly shape how teams feel about showing up to work every day. From tolerating difficult high performers to overlooking quiet contributors and ignoring early signs of burnout, these subtle patterns can quietly damage trust, morale, and engagement. If you lead a team, especially in hospitality or service-driven environments, this conversation will help you recognize the small leadership choices that either strengthen or weaken your culture. What You’ll Learn: How small leadership behaviors quietly shape workplace cultureWhy unresolved issues and inconsistency damage trust over timeHow leaders can recognize early warning signs of cultural erosion Key Takeaways: Culture erodes through small moments, not just big failuresEmployees notice far more than leaders often realizeConsistent leadership decisions protect and strengthen culture Call to Action: Reflect on one small leadership habit that could strengthen your team’s culture this week. Whether it’s recognizing a quiet contributor, addressing an issue earlier, or simply checking in with a team member, small intentional actions can have a powerful impact. Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. ______________________________ You can find me here: Instagram: @gingerbiz Website: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusiness X: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

    17 Min.
  6. 10. MÄRZ

    290. Soft Doesn’t Mean Weak: Leadership Lessons from The Diamond Eye

    Send us Fan Mail  Leadership strength does not always look loud, dominant, or aggressive. Sometimes it looks calm, precise, and deeply grounded in who you are. In this episode, I share leadership lessons inspired by the novel The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn and the story of a Ukrainian historian who became an elite sniper during World War II. What stood out most was not the war story itself, but the quiet power of a woman who led with composure, emotional intelligence, and precision in a world that underestimated her. If you have ever felt pressure to toughen up or change who you are to be taken seriously, this conversation is for you. What You’ll Learn: How quiet confidence can be more powerful than noiseWhy emotional intelligence strengthens leadershipHow competence builds natural authority Key Takeaways: Softness and strength can coexist in leadershipYou do not need to mimic others to be respectedPrecision and composure build lasting influence Call to Action: Think about one place in your life where you have felt pressure to change who you are to lead. What would it look like to show up there with both strength and softness? Share this episode with a friend who needs the reminder that powerful leadership does not require abandoning who you are. Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. ______________________________ You can find me here: Instagram: @gingerbiz Website: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusiness X: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

    11 Min.
  7. 3. MÄRZ

    289. Running Through Fear: When Your Head Gets in the Way

    Send us Fan Mail  Fear does not disappear just because you have proof that you are capable. In this episode, I share what running has been teaching me about doubt, imposter syndrome, and the mental battles that show up long before your feet hit the pavement. From worrying about pace and injury to questioning whether I am “really” a runner, this is an honest look at what happens when your head tries to talk you out of growth. If you have ever let fear whisper “What if you can’t?” before you even begin, this conversation will remind you that you can move forward anyway. What You’ll Learn: Why progress does not automatically silence fearHow to separate pace, performance, and identity from your self-worthPractical ways to keep showing up when doubt gets loudKey Takeaways: Fear is not a stop sign, it is a signal to prepare and keep movingConsistency builds self-trust faster than perfection ever willYou do not need to be fearless to grow, you just need to be willing Call to Action: Identify one area of your life where fear has been getting in your way. Instead of waiting to feel confident, take one small step forward this week. Document it, reflect on it, and remind yourself that showing up, even imperfectly, is how courage is built. Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. ______________________________ You can find me here: Instagram: @gingerbiz Website: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusiness X: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

    19 Min.
  8. 24. FEB.

    288. Delegating With Trust, Not Control: How I’m Learning to Lead Differently as a Chief Business Officer

    Send us Fan Mail Delegation is not just handing off tasks, it is building people. In this episode, I share what I am learning as a Chief Business Officer about shifting from control to trust and from doing the work to developing the leaders around me. We will explore why delegation feels harder at higher levels of leadership, how micromanagement quietly damages culture, and what it really takes to loosen your grip so others can grow. If you have ever thought, “It is just easier if I do it myself,” this conversation is for you. What You’ll Learn: Why delegation must evolve as you step into executive leadershipThe hidden fear behind micromanagement and how to recognize itHow to delegate outcomes instead of tasks to grow future leadersKey Takeaways: Delegation is a development strategy, not just a productivity toolTrust builds stronger teams than control ever willLetting go of perfection is essential for sustainable leadership Call to Action: Choose one area where you have been holding on too tightly. Delegate the outcome, ask coaching questions instead of giving step-by-step instructions, and allow someone to own the result. Then reflect on what shifts in your team’s confidence and your own leadership capacity. Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. ______________________________ You can find me here: Instagram: @gingerbiz Website: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusiness X: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/

    17 Min.

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Jiving on business, while balancing everything else, I’m here to talk about topics from marketing, management to motherhood and everything in between! Join as we dive into entrepreneurship with a splash of encouragement.Let me help you reach your goals!