Tea with the Queen

Emma McQueen
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Emma McQueen has been supporting women from all backgrounds to achieve their full potential for more than 20 years. She's passionately committed to ensuring women have what they need to feel fulfilled and excited by their working lives. We all have it in us to achieve our full potential- sometimes we just need a bit of understanding, some practical and logical actions and a gentle nudge to get that momentum which leads to progress and progress which leads to fulfilment. Emma McQueen chats with a range of women in leadership and in business to explore the practicalities of how they feel energised by their work and their personal definitions of success. Join Emma for a tea as she and her guests chat success, failure and optimism, sharing the actionable, results-focused tips and strategies that got them to where they are today.

  1. 9 uur geleden

    Struggling to Find Clients? You Already Have the Answer

    A quiet week in business can mess with your head fast. One minute you’re fine, the next you’re wondering how to get more clients and whether you need to change everything. In this episode, I’m sharing a simple metaphor that brings you back to strategy, not panic: turn on the tap. Every business has a “tap”, a handful of actions that reliably create opportunities when you actually do them. The problem is we forget, we get busy, and we start chasing shiny new tactics instead of switching back on what already works. You’ll hear the four taps I look for first: relationship taps, visibility taps, invitation taps, and generosity taps. Plus, I’ll walk you through how to create your own “tap map” so you always know what to do next when things slow down. If you’re ready to stop reinventing the business every time it goes quiet, this is your reset. Pick one tap, turn it on this week, and build momentum from there. Chapter Markers 00:00 Business Gone Quiet 00:56 Turn the Tap On 01:18 Real Client Tap Wins 02:37 Stop Chasing Shiny Taps 03:32 Busy vs Real Taps 04:08 Four Types of Taps 05:39 Build Your Tap Map 07:18 Find Your Top Revenue Taps 07:57 From Hope to Operating System 08:34 Your One Tap Challenge 09:31 Wrap Up and Call to Action 10:07 Podcast Outro LINKS Emma McQueen: Website For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://emmamcqueen.com.au/want-more/emmas-book/ YouTube Channel August Go-Getter Event in Brisbane: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-brisbane/ June Go-Getter Event in Melbourne: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-day/ BD Sprint: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/coaching-services/bd-sprint/ Mentioned in this episode: Style Bundle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/style_bundle/ Style Bundle Style Bundle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/style_bundle/

    Struggling to Find Clients? You Already Have the Answer

  2. 12 jul

    You Aren’t Bad at Sales. Your Process Is

    You don’t need longer sales conversations. You just need a cleaner process. In this episode, I share a little story about a 15-minute coaching conversation that completely turned a client's business trajectory around. If you’ve ever had a few inquiries fall through and immediately concluded you’re just "terrible at sales," this is your permission slip to stop overcomplicating things. We dive deep into why you don't need longer sales conversations. Nobody wants to sit there for an hour - you just need them to be cleaner. I break down the common process traps that keep service providers stuck in information overload, distracted in the "cracks" of their day, and losing out on dream clients. You'll learn how to switch from phone calls to high-trust Zoom connections, why structure always beats pure instinct and how to execute a thoughtful, human follow-up process that converts without the "ick". Before you go redesigning your offers or changing your prices, let's look at the actual evidence and clean up your conversations. LINKS Emma McQueen: Website For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://emmamcqueen.com.au/want-more/emmas-book/ YouTube Channel August Go-Getter Event in Brisbane: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-brisbane/ June Go-Getter Event in Melbourne: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-day/ BD Sprint: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/coaching-services/bd-sprint/ Mentioned in this episode: Style Bundle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/style_bundle/ Style Bundle Style Bundle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/style_bundle/

    You Aren’t Bad at Sales. Your Process Is

  3. 5 jul

    Why Pitch Slapping is Killing Your Referrals

    Want more referrals in your business? Let's start with basic manners. Before you roll your eyes, this isn’t an etiquette lesson, it’s about why skipping the relationship building in business is quietly eroding your growth and giving your network the ick. In this episode, I share two recent experiences that made me pause and realise how common it has become to confuse digital access with a genuine relationship. In an era dominated by AI, cold funnels, and automated messages, true relationships are a competitive advantage because they are the one thing that can't be replicated. I discuss why familiarity should breed thoughtfulness rather than assumptions, the dangers of letting your personal urgency dictate your manners, and the three simple filters you need to run your communication through before hitting send. If you want a business built on long-term trust, sustainable referrals, and real revenue, it’s time to put relationships first and opportunities second. LINKS Emma McQueen: Website For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://emmamcqueen.com.au/want-more/emmas-book/ YouTube Channel August Go-Getter Event in Brisbane: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-brisbane/ June Go-Getter Event in Melbourne: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-day/ BD Sprint: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/coaching-services/bd-sprint/ Mentioned in this episode: Style Bundle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/style_bundle/ Style Bundle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/style_bundle/ Style Bundle

    Why Pitch Slapping is Killing Your Referrals

  4. 28 jun

    How to Build Consistent Sales: The 3-2-1 Rhythm

    If your sales feel like a feast and famine cycle, you’re not broken. You’re just relying on bursts of effort instead of a rhythm you can keep when you’re busy, and that’s why the panic months keep showing up. In this episode, I’m sharing the simple daily framework I use to build consistent sales without burning out. It’s called the 3-2-1 rhythm, and it’s designed for real business owners who are juggling delivery, clients, and a life. We’ll break down what counts as a reach out, why follow ups are where most money gets left on the table, and how one simple post keeps you visible without turning you into a content machine. The goal is not intensity; it’s repetition that compounds. If you want a pipeline that stays warm even when you’re flat out, this will give you a clean place to start. Try it for two weeks and tell me what shifts for you. Chapter Markers00:00 Introduction 00:35 The Feast and Famine Sales Cycle 02:41 The 3-2-1 Sales Rhythm 03:15 What I See in the Business Development Sprint 04:58 3 Reach Outs (Start Conversations) 06:18 2 Follow Ups (Move Deals Forward) 07:45 1 Social Post (Stay in the Room) 09:39 Consistency Over Intensity 11:52 Common Mistakes That Break the Rhythm 14:30 Step into Consistency LINKS Emma McQueen: Website: https://tea-with-the-queen.captivate.fm/website For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://emmamcqueen.com.au/want-more/emmas-book/ August Go-Getter Event in Brisbane: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-brisbane/ June Go-Getter Event in Melbourne: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-day/ BD Sprint: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/coaching-services/bd-sprint/ Mentioned in this episode: Tracey Rudich - Intimo - Instagram Tracey Rudich - Intimo - Instagram

    How to Build Consistent Sales: The 3-2-1 Rhythm

  5. 21 jun

    How to give clear feedback as a leader

    Are you staying nice on the outside while fuming on the inside? In this episode, I help you understand how to give clear feedback as a leader without causing a massive blowout or hurting someone's feelings. Most leadership friction in growing businesses isn’t a strategy problem; it’s an avoidance problem. I give you some advice on how to ditch the outdated "feedback sandwich" and replace it with a powerful, fact-based framework called SBI (Situation, Behaviour, Impact). You will learn how to manage the emotional stories in your head, check your true intent, and approach your team with curiosity instead of reaction. I also give you some neuroscience hacks to create a brain-friendly space so your message actually lands instead of sending your team into defence mode. Stop waiting for your team to "just know" the boundaries and start leading with clear, respectful communication that builds trust and drives business growth. Chapter Markers00:00 - Introduction - Why unclear is unkind02:54 - Check your intent: Shifting from what’s wrong to what’s strong05:41 - The 4-step process to reflect and manage your emotions09:35 - The SBI framework11:22 - Why you must practice your feedback out loud13:40 - Creating a brain-friendly space using the SCARF model15:30 - Case study: The massive cost of an unsaid conversation17:50 - How the human brain actually remembers feedback LINKS Emma McQueen: Website: https://tea-with-the-queen.captivate.fm/website For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://emmamcqueen.com.au/want-more/emmas-book/ August Go-Getter Event in Brisbane: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-brisbane/ June Go-Getter Event in Melbourne: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-day/ BD Sprint: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/coaching-services/bd-sprint/ Mentioned in this episode: Tracey Rudich - Intimo - Instagram Tracey Rudich - Intimo - Instagram

    How to give clear feedback as a leader

  6. 14 jun

    Stop Chasing Views: How to Position Yourself as the Expert

    If you’ve been told to post more, show up more, and be everywhere, this episode is your permission slip to stop treating visibility like the goal. Visibility matters, especially early, but if you’re still hustling for every sale years in, it starts to feel like a treadmill that never switches off. We unpack the shift from visibility to positioning using a simple lighthouse test, plus a real example of what it looks like when a buyer arrives already warm, already trusting you, and basically already sold. No chasing, no convincing, no heavy lifting. You’ll hear the core building blocks that move you from being seen to being chosen, and the mindset shift that makes it stick. If sales feels harder than it should, or you keep attracting the wrong clients, this will help you figure out what’s actually going on and where to start. LINKS Tracy Rudich, Initmo: https://www.instagram.com/tracy.rudich Emma McQueen: Website: https://tea-with-the-queen.captivate.fm/website For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://emmamcqueen.com.au/want-more/emmas-book/ August Go-Getter Event in Brisbane: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-brisbane/ June Go-Getter Event in Melbourne: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-day/ BD Sprint: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/coaching-services/bd-sprint/ Mentioned in this episode: Tracey Rudich - Intimo - Instagram Tracey Rudich - Intimo - Instagram

    Stop Chasing Views: How to Position Yourself as the Expert

  7. 7 jun

    How to Delegate Without Micromanaging: Stop Taking the "Monkey"

    If you’re burnt out as a leader, it’s probably not because you’re lazy or disorganised. It’s because you keep picking up “monkeys” that were never yours to carry, and you’ve slowly become the bottleneck while everyone else clocks out at 5. If you've been trying to figure out how to delegate without losing control or feeling like you're abandoning your team, this is for you. In this episode, I share the simple question that changes everything, plus the mindset shift that stops you rescuing and teaches you how to delegate effectively. It’s about keeping ownership where it belongs, while still supporting your team with clarity and rhythm so things actually move. We also talk about why being clear is kind, and how unclear expectations ruin your ability to learn how to delegate successfully, creating frustration, performance issues, and awkward conversations later. You’ll hear what intentional leadership looks like in real life, including the regular conversations that prevent surprises and help your team grow without drama. If you care deeply about your people but you’re tired of carrying everything, this one will land. What’s one monkey you’re ready to put down this week? CHAPTER MARKERS 00:00 How to Lead a Team: The Mindset Shift 01:02 Why Team Management Feels Hard (The Statistics) 02:06 Why Employee Underperformance Starts With Clarity 03:36 Who’s Got the Monkey? (The Secret to Delegation) 05:06 Why Leaders Take on Too Much Employee Work 06:02 How to Delegate Effectively: Next Move & Check-Ins 06:45 How to Do a Monkey Audit to Stop Micromanaging 07:58 The 3 Pillars of Successful Team Leadership 09:32 Balancing Employee Accountability With Empathetic Leadership 10:02 Fixing the Communication Gap in Small Business Management 11:20 How to Run a "Role and Relationship" Chat With Staff 12:45 Management Case Study: Fixing a Briefing Breakdown 15:50 The 5 Core Conversations Every Business Leader Needs 18:18 How to Give Employee Feedback With No Surprises 19:20 How Clear Communication and Delegation Reduces Burnout 20:10 How to Hold Your Team Accountable (Without Being Bossy) 22:10 Managing Employee Performance vs. Employee Behaviour 23:05 Leadership Case Study: Keeping Standards Clear 24:30 Learn How to Delegate Successfully This Week LINKS: BD Sprint: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/coaching-services/bd-sprint/ Emma McQueen: Website: https://tea-with-the-queen.captivate.fm/website For a copy of Emma's book, 'Go-getter: Raise your mojo, shift your mindset and thrive' – https://emmamcqueen.com.au/want-more/emmas-book/ August Go-Getter Event in Brisbane: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-brisbane/ June Go-Getter Event in Melbourne: https://emmamcqueen.com.au/events/go-getter-day/ The One Minute Manager: Ken Blanchard - https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-new-one-minute-manager-kenneth-h-blanchard/book/9780008128043.html?source=pla&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22225225579&gbraid=0AAAAA-Ia9hPa9Du3bsdeLnKB4aXR1albY&gclid=Cj0KCQjwz9_QBhD_ARIsADnSCfDBe0tdEa77zKd82Jh8HAZGD0SGbJAVd9s6LvfviAwUuctIAjiaJDgaAvD5EALw_wcB The One Minute Manager Meets the Monkey: Ken Blanchard - https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-one-minute-manager-meets-the-monkey-kenneth-h-blanchard/book/9780007116980.html?source=pla&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22225225579&gbraid=0AAAAA-Ia9hPa9Du3bsdeLnKB4aXR1albY&gclid=Cj0KCQjwz9_QBhD_ARIsADnSCfDPC_OOYVydaSaMk624ZQuz2ZRTD56gYdL-zRLu0PHS_WIlt4vOaqkaAlLJEALw_wcB Mentioned in this episode: Style Bundle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/style_bundle/ Style Bundle Tracey Rudich - Intimo - Instagram

    How to Delegate Without Micromanaging: Stop Taking the "Monkey"

  8. 31 mei

    Why Growing Your Business Feels So Chaotic

    If you’re somewhere between $100k and $500k in revenue and thinking, “Why does this feel harder now?”, welcome to the messy middle of business. You’re not in the startup phase anymore, but you’re also not running a calm, well oiled machine. Things are working… but they’re also not working. In this season, the chaos isn’t a sign you’re failing. It’s feedback. More clients, more moving parts, more expectations, and suddenly the cracks show. You drop balls, your calendar becomes a mess, and the old strategies that used to work stop feeling reliable. We’ll talk about the sneaky pipeline drought that hits right after a strong quarter, why undercharging becomes obvious in this phase, and how “doing everything yourself” turns into the biggest bottleneck. This is also where mindset matters, because growth can mess with your confidence even when revenue is rising. If you’re in the messy middle of business, here are your next steps: keep the pipeline warm, price for outcomes, delegate one draining task, and know your numbers (profit, not just revenue). The messy middle isn’t permanent, but it does require a new way of operating. Mentioned in this episode: Tracey Rudich - Intimo - Instagram Tracey Rudich - Intimo - Instagram

    Why Growing Your Business Feels So Chaotic
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Emma McQueen has been supporting women from all backgrounds to achieve their full potential for more than 20 years. She's passionately committed to ensuring women have what they need to feel fulfilled and excited by their working lives. We all have it in us to achieve our full potential- sometimes we just need a bit of understanding, some practical and logical actions and a gentle nudge to get that momentum which leads to progress and progress which leads to fulfilment. Emma McQueen chats with a range of women in leadership and in business to explore the practicalities of how they feel energised by their work and their personal definitions of success. Join Emma for a tea as she and her guests chat success, failure and optimism, sharing the actionable, results-focused tips and strategies that got them to where they are today.

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  • Maker
    Emma McQueen
  • Jaren actief
    2020 - 2026
  • Afleveringen
    233
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    Veilig
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    © 2026 Emma McQueen
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