The Effortless CEO

Ilonka Ras
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The Effortless CEO

Design a life first business that works even when you don't.

  1. 11 FEB

    #165 Rebuilding your business after loss - with Judith Bester

    Join me in conversation with Judith Bester as we discuss how found her way back to loving and rebuilding business after the loss of her son in 2019. Interested in getting coached by Ilonka? Click here to schedule a complimentary consultation call. Link to Music Credits Track: Positive Motivation Author: AShamaluevMusic (ASM) Publisher: CD Baby (IPI 700570289) Connect With Ilonka On Social Media Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

    29 min

  2. 4 FEB

    #164 When it feels more like running on fumes than running a business

    In this conversation, Ilonka Ras discusses the common misconceptions surrounding systems in business, particularly the belief that they are only for large companies. She emphasises the importance of having systems in place to improve efficiency and reduce overwhelm for business owners. Ilonka provides practical examples of simple systems that can be implemented to create more freedom and organisation in your business, ultimately leading to a better work-life balance. Ready to implement the r...

    5 min

  3. 22 JAN

    #163 The power of a good question

    In this conversation, Ilonka Ras emphasises the transformative power of asking the right questions in business. She illustrates how a simple question can lead to groundbreaking inventions, using the example of Edwin Land and the Polaroid camera. The discussion highlights the difference between unhelpful and helpful questions, encouraging listeners to focus on inquiries that drive clarity, focus, and action. Ilonka shares three powerful questions that can help business owners prioritise their ...

    7 min

  4. 14 JAN

    REPLAY Ep #150 The Subtle Signs Of A Business That Can Run Without You

    I read a post by Ramit Sethi a couple of months ago, and the question he posed to his audience was: What are some subtle signs of wealth? The comments that flooded in were hilarious and so on point. My favorite one was: Using an iPhone without a screen protector or protective casing.It made me laugh because it's such a small thing, but it says so much. It speaks to an ease or confidence that comes with a certain level of financial security. The idea that you don’t have to worry about somethin...

    10 min

  5. 7 JAN

    Ep #162 Independence Opportunities: How Life's Inconveniences Reveal the Next Step for Your Business

    If you’ve ever felt like getting sick is a major inconvenience as a business owner. You’re in the right place. I am going to share how you can use these “life happens” moments to dramatically increase your efficiency and make your business more independent from you. Watch this Episode on YOUTUBE HERE Link to Music Credits Track: Positive Motivation Author: AShamaluevMusic (ASM) Publisher: CD Baby (IPI 700570289) Connect With Ilonka On Social Media Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

    8 min

  6. 31/12/2024

    REPLAY Ep #117 Pressure Is Optional

    In this week's episode of the Wildly Aligned Podcast, we talk about Pressure. Is it good? Is it bad? Is it just part of the experience of being a business owner? Do we have a choice in the matter or should we just make peace with it and accept that feeling pressure is just part of the territory that comes with entrepreneurship?Watch the Episode on HERELink to Music Credits Track: Positive MotivationAuthor: AShamaluevMusic (ASM)Publisher: CD Baby (IPI 700570289)Connect With Ilonka On Soci...

    7 min

  7. 24/12/2024

    Ep #161 Growing Your Business Doing Only Two Things

    If you want to be more present in your life and spend more time doing the things that make you feel alive…not just in your personal life but also in your business…and your current reality is the exact opposite of that…this episode is for you.Grab the Full Show Notes HERELink to Music Credits Track: Positive MotivationAuthor: AShamaluevMusic (ASM)Publisher: CD Baby (IPI 700570289)Connect With Ilonka On Social MediaInstagram | Facebook | YouTube

    11 min

  8. 17/12/2024

    Ep #160 When saying yes hurts your business

    In this week’s episode of The EffortLESS CEO Podcast, I share the story of a client who found herself overwhelmed after agreeing to take on a new client when she literally didn’t have space in her calendar. She thought saying no would hurt her business. Grab the FULL SHOW NOTES HERELink to Music Credits Track: Positive MotivationAuthor: AShamaluevMusic (ASM)Publisher: CD Baby (IPI 700570289)Connect With Ilonka On Social MediaInstagram | Facebook | YouTube

    9 min
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Design a life first business that works even when you don't.

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  • Creator
    Ilonka Ras
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    175
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 The EffortLESS CEO Podcast | Ilonka Ras Coaching Pty Ltd
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    The Effortless CEO

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