Why Not Today? with Leslie Kane

Leslie Kane
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Why Not Today? with Leslie Kane is the go-to podcast for women entrepreneurs who are ready to start a business, get unstuck, or grow with more clarity, confidence, and courage. Hosted by Courage Coach and business mentor Leslie Kane, this show blends heartfelt storytelling with actionable business coaching to help you take that next brave step—without the chaos. Each week, you’ll hear either a solo episode packed with tools and systems you can use right away, or an inspiring guest interview that teaches real strategies behind the courage. Whether you're launching something new, navigating a pivot, or trying to find focus in the middle of the overwhelm, you’ll find encouragement, clarity, and simple steps to move forward. If you’re ready to stop waiting and start building a business and life you love—this podcast is for you. Because the only question that matters is: Why not today?

  1. 1d ago

    Nobody Wants to Be Sold: Sales Lessons from Buying a Car

    Have you ever walked away from buying something because of how the salesperson treated you? What if the secret to growing your business isn't selling harder, but making people feel genuinely valued? In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane shares her experience buying a new car for the first time in approximately 35 years after decades of driving Mary Kay career cars. What started as a somewhat intimidating shopping experience turned into a powerful reminder about relationship-based selling, trust, and customer service. From dealerships that made her feel overlooked or pressured to an exceptional experience with Michelle Radley Chevrolet, Leslie shares what influenced her buying decision and why the way people treated her mattered just as much as the price. She also recognizes her trusted insurance agent, Will Frix of Farmers Insurance, who went above and beyond to help her get coverage arranged, even after hours. Whether you're a business owner trying to attract more clients or a consumer making an important purchase, this episode offers practical lessons about creating experiences people want to share. In this episode, you'll discover: Why nobody wants to feel pressured into buying.How small gestures and genuine conversations build trust.Why listening and responsiveness matter throughout the sales process.How exceptional customer service creates loyal customers and referrals.Why selling should be about helping people make the right decision.Special thanks to Jennifer, Ty, and the team at Michelle Radley Chevrolet, and to Will Frix for demonstrating what outstanding customer service looks like. Your Why Not Today? Challenge: Think about your most memorable buying experience. What made it stand out? Now consider how you can create that same feeling for someone doing business with you. Connect with Leslie and the Why Not Today? community: Website: https://whynottodaymovement.com/ Free Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects Explore coaching: https://vipecal.com/claritycall Email: leslie@whynottodaymovement.com If this episode resonated with you, subscribe to the Why Not Today? Podcast, share it with another entrepreneur, and leave a review to help more people discover the show.

    Nobody Wants to Be Sold: Sales Lessons from Buying a Car

  2. Oct 22

    Stop Procrastinating and Finally Get Things Done

    Have you ever put something off for weeks, months, or even YEARS, only to discover it took just a few minutes to complete? Let's talk about procrastination, those unfinished tasks taking up space in your head, and how to finally get sh*t done! In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane shares a personal story about putting off updating her voicemail for an entire year. When she finally did it, it took just a couple of minutes! Sound familiar? We all have those unfinished tasks, decisions, and projects taking up valuable mental space. These "open loops" can create overwhelm, distractions, and stress, especially when we keep reminding ourselves about everything we haven't done. But what if the secret to getting more done isn't working harder or finding more time? What if it's simply learning how to take smaller steps? Leslie shares practical strategies to stop procrastinating, break overwhelming projects into manageable actions, eliminate distractions, and build momentum through consistent action. Inspired by insights from neuroscientist Dr. Sahar Yousef's interview on The Diary of a CEO podcast, Leslie explores why we avoid important tasks and how small steps can lead to big results. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why unfinished tasks take up so much mental energy and how to manage those open loops. • How to break big, overwhelming projects into smaller, manageable steps. • Why we often choose easy tasks instead of the important work that moves us forward. • How to use time blocking and a simple notepad strategy to stay focused. • Why celebrating small wins helps build confidence, consistency, and momentum. Your Why Not Today? Challenge Write down three things you've been putting off. Choose one, break it into smaller action steps, and schedule time to take the first step. You don't have to accomplish everything today. You just have to take the next step. Ready to stop thinking about everything you need to do and finally get sh*t done? Why not today? Learn more about the Why Not Today? Inner Circle for entrepreneurs who want accountability, encouragement, and consistent action. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, share it with a friend, and let Leslie know what open loop you're finally going to close! Connect with Leslie Kane Website: https://www.whynottodaymovement.com Email: leslie@whynottodaymovement.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement

    Stop Procrastinating and Finally Get Things Done

  3. Oct 15

    Have You Ever Wanted to Quit? One Small Action Can Change Everything.

    Have you ever wanted to quit your business? Maybe even more than once in the same day! You're not alone! Even after 32 years in business, I've had those moments too. In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, I'm sharing the Emotional Cycle of Business and why frustration, fear, and self-doubt are normal parts of entrepreneurship. More importantly, we'll talk about how taking one small action can help you regain your confidence, motivation, and momentum. In this episode, you'll discover: • The four phases of the Emotional Cycle of Business and how to move through them. • Why taking action, even when you don't feel motivated, can change everything. • How remembering your successes and connecting with others can help you keep going. Your Why Not Today? Challenge Think about the last time you wanted to quit. What was happening, and what's one small action you could take to move forward instead of staying stuck? You Don't Have to Do It Alone! Growing a business can feel lonely. That's why I created the Why Not Today? Inner Circle, where women entrepreneurs come together for encouragement, accountability, and practical strategies to grow their businesses. I'd love to connect and see if the Inner Circle might be a good fit for you! Want My Emotional Cycle of Business Graphic? Reach out and ask for a copy to keep as a reminder that one small action can change everything. If this episode encouraged you, subscribe and share it with another entrepreneur who needs to hear this message. You don't have to have everything figured out. You just have to take the next step. Why not today? Connect with Leslie Kane Website: https://www.whynottodaymovement.com Email: leslie@whynottodaymovement.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement

    Have You Ever Wanted to Quit? One Small Action Can Change Everything.

  4. Oct 8

    The Courage to Ask: Laura Carney on Persistence and Self-Belief

    What if the opportunity you've been waiting for is just one question away? Have you ever let the fear of hearing no stop you from asking? In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie welcomes back Laura Carney, best-selling & award winning author of MY FATHER'S LIST, to explore courage, persistence, and the power of asking. After discovering her late father's bucket list, Laura set out to fulfill his dreams. Her journey led to unexpected opportunities, including pursuing a conversation with former President Jimmy Carter and sharing her story on CBS Sunday Morning. Leslie and Laura discuss how meaningful connections, thoughtful follow-up, and believing in your purpose can open doors. They also explore the courage it takes to let go and embrace new possibilities. In this episode, you'll discover: How to overcome the fear of rejection.Why persistence and relationships matter.The importance of knowing your “why.”How asking opens unexpected doors.Why letting go can lead to new beginnings.Laura reminds us, “It's not about the size of the audience, it's about the right person being in the room.” Your Why Not Today? Challenge: What's one thing you've been afraid to ask for? Take one brave step this week and ask! Want support taking courageous action? Join the Why Not Today? Inner Circle, where we face fears, encourage one another, and turn intentions into action. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs encouragement. Remember, you don't need everything figured out. Just take the next step and ask yourself... Why Not Today? Why Not Today? Movement Website: https://www.whynottodaymovement.com Email: leslie@whynottodaymovement.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement Connect with Laura Carney Website: https://www.bylauracarney.com Email: carney.laura@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carney.laura/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myfatherslist/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauracarney/

    The Courage to Ask: Laura Carney on Persistence and Self-Belief

  5. Oct 1

    Stop Wondering What to Post: 5 Types of Posts That Start Conversations

    Do you ever open Facebook knowing you should post something, but have absolutely no idea what to say? You probably have more content around you than you realize. In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane shares five simple types of social media posts that can help service-based business owners become more visible, demonstrate their expertise, build relationships, and start more conversations. You don't need to spend all day creating content or constantly promote your business. Your work, client conversations, expertise, stories, and even your everyday life can become content that helps people know, like, and trust you. You'll hear: • How to make sure people actually understand what you do and who you help • Why showing your work can be more powerful than constantly talking about your services • How questions, tips, mistakes, and lessons from your everyday work can become useful content • Why personal posts help people connect with the real person behind your business • How to stop “posting and ghosting” and turn engagement into genuine conversations Leslie also gives you a simple challenge: create three posts this week. Create one that shows what you do, one that helps people get to know you, and one that starts a conversation. Want more ideas? Get The Why Not Today? Visibility Playbook with 25 real-life post ideas to help people understand what you do, trust your expertise, and start conversations. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who needs permission to take a break. For more encouragement, practical business strategies, and information about upcoming workshops and the Why Not Today? Inner Circle, visit WhyNotTodayMovement.com and join our Consistent Clients Facebook community. Remember, you don't have to have everything figured out. You just have to take the next best step and ask yourself...Why Not Today? Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.com Connect with Leslie at leslie@whynottodaymovement.com - Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects - Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement - LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 - YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

    Stop Wondering What to Post: 5 Types of Posts That Start Conversations

  6. Sep 24

    Your Brain Is Looking for What You Tell It to Find

    How many business opportunities are already around you that you simply aren't noticing? Your brain is constantly filtering information, deciding what deserves your attention. In this episode of Why Not Today?, Leslie explores the Reticular Activating System, or RAS, and how getting specific about what you're looking for can help you notice more clients, referrals, connections and opportunities. Leslie shares a simple example: when a real estate agent says her ideal client is “anybody,” it's difficult for others to know whom to refer. But when an agent specializes in helping families with probate properties or people navigating real estate after divorce, suddenly people know exactly what to listen and look for. You'll also discover how social media works as a useful comparison to the RAS. Algorithms learn what gets your attention and begin showing you more related content. Being intentional about what you look for, talk about and engage with can turn social media from mindless scrolling into a valuable business tool. In this episode, you'll learn: • How the Reticular Activating System influences what you notice • Why getting specific about your ideal client can lead to better referrals • How your niche helps other people recognize opportunities for you • How to use social media more intentionally to find business opportunities • Why clarity and awareness still need to be followed by action This week's Why Not Today? Challenge: Pick one thing you're looking for. Make it specific. Write it down. Each morning ask, “What am I looking for today?” Each evening ask, “What did I notice, and what am I going to do about it?” The opportunities may already be around you. Get specific, notice them and take action. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who needs permission to take a break. For more encouragement, practical business strategies, and information about upcoming workshops and the Why Not Today? Inner Circle, visit WhyNotTodayMovement.com and join our Consistent Clients Facebook community. Remember, you don't have to have everything figured out. You just have to take the next best step and ask yourself...Why Not Today? Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.com Connect with Leslie at leslie@whynottodaymovement.com - Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects - Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement - LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 - YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

    Your Brain Is Looking for What You Tell It to Find

  7. Sep 17

    Know Your Numbers: How to Grow Your Business with Less Guessing

    Do you know the numbers behind your business goals, or are you hoping your activity eventually turns into clients? Knowing that you want three new clients or a certain amount of revenue is a start, but a goal is not a plan. In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane shares one of the most important lessons she learned during more than 30 years of building businesses: business is not magical, it’s mathematical. Leslie shares how knowing her numbers helped her grow her Mary Kay business and how the same principle applies to service-based entrepreneurs today. She explains how to work backward from revenue to clients, offers, conversations, leads and visibility so you can see what is actually creating results. You’ll also learn how to use the Attract, Nurture and Convert process to identify where your business may be losing momentum. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How to work backward from your revenue goal to determine the activity needed to reach it • Why being busy with networking and social media does not necessarily mean you are generating leads • How to track your Attract, Nurture and Convert activities • Why keeping a hot prospect list and consistently following up matters • How your numbers can show you where your client acquisition process needs attention Leslie also shares the story behind the Why Not Today? Weekly Momentum Tracker and challenges you to track five numbers for the next four weeks: new leads, hot prospects, offers made, new clients and revenue. Your numbers are information, not judgment. Learn your numbers, watch your patterns and use them to decide your next best step. Want a copy of the Why Not Today? Weekly Momentum Tracker? Comment #NOTES on Leslie’s social media post or send her a message. If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who needs permission to take a break. For more encouragement, practical business strategies, and information about upcoming workshops and the Why Not Today? Inner Circle, visit WhyNotTodayMovement.com and join our Consistent Clients Facebook community. Remember, you don't have to have everything figured out. You just have to take the next best step and ask yourself...Why Not Today? Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.com Connect with Leslie at leslie@whynottodaymovement.com - Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects - Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement - LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 - YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

    Know Your Numbers: How to Grow Your Business with Less Guessing

  8. Sep 10

    How to Build Client Relationships That Grow Your Business

    What if one of your best strategies for growing your business has nothing to do with finding more leads? In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, I’m sharing a lesson that has stayed with me through more than 30 years in business: relationships matter. As I reflect on the 25th anniversary of September 11, I share what I learned about connecting with customers during a time when selling felt insignificant. That same lesson surfaced again during COVID. When circumstances changed, the answer was not to push harder for sales. It was to reach out, care about people, get creative, and stay connected. Those experiences reinforced something I still believe today. The little things matter. Remembering someone's name, sending a birthday card, checking in after a life event, writing a handwritten note, sending a referral, or creating an unexpected personal touch can strengthen relationships and build know, like, and trust. In this episode, you'll hear: • Why your existing clients and relationships may hold more opportunities than you realize • What September 11 and COVID taught me about relationship based business • Simple ways to make clients feel remembered and valued • Why checking in without asking for a sale can build long term trust • How small details can help create repeat clients, referrals, and opportunities Take a look at the people already around you. What is one small thing you could do today to make someone feel seen, remembered, or appreciated? If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another entrepreneur who needs permission to take a break. For more encouragement, practical business strategies, and information about upcoming workshops and the Why Not Today? Inner Circle, visit WhyNotTodayMovement.com and join our Consistent Clients Facebook community. Remember, you don't have to have everything figured out. You just have to take the next best step and ask yourself...Why Not Today? Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.com Connect with Leslie at leslie@whynottodaymovement.com - Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects - Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement - LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 - YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

    How to Build Client Relationships That Grow Your Business
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Why Not Today? with Leslie Kane is the go-to podcast for women entrepreneurs who are ready to start a business, get unstuck, or grow with more clarity, confidence, and courage. Hosted by Courage Coach and business mentor Leslie Kane, this show blends heartfelt storytelling with actionable business coaching to help you take that next brave step—without the chaos. Each week, you’ll hear either a solo episode packed with tools and systems you can use right away, or an inspiring guest interview that teaches real strategies behind the courage. Whether you're launching something new, navigating a pivot, or trying to find focus in the middle of the overwhelm, you’ll find encouragement, clarity, and simple steps to move forward. If you’re ready to stop waiting and start building a business and life you love—this podcast is for you. Because the only question that matters is: Why not today?

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