Small Business Big Visibility

Jason McKenzie
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Are you a small business owner seeking effective, efficient, and profitable ways to grow your business without the overwhelm? Welcome to "Small Business Big Visibility", the podcast dedicated to empowering adventurous entrepreneurs like you to simplify marketing, reduce stress, and boost revenue. Hosted by Jason McKenzie, each weekday we dive into a weekly theme from different angles, providing actionable insights, innovative strategies, and easy-to-implement tools. Our mission is to help you focus on what truly matters: your passion, your family, and your freedom. Join us as we explore topi

  1. 349: Teaching Employees When to Ask for Help | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    10H AGO

    349: Teaching Employees When to Ask for Help | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    Learn how to train employees to confidently solve problems while knowing exactly when it is appropriate to come to you for support. In this episode of the Successful Delegation Miniseries, we explore clear decision boundaries, practical examples, and real stories that highlight why a defined process helps eliminate confusion and strengthen company culture. This video breaks down how new and experienced employees differ in their need for guidance, why strong branding and culture reduce unnecessary questions, and how different leaders set expectations for problem solving. You will hear examples of procedures ranging from think about it, Google it, ask AI to bringing multiple solutions before approaching the boss. Watch now to discover how to empower your team, reduce chaos, and create a simple backup plan for when the standard procedures no longer work. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Successful Delegation00:20 When Employees Should Come to You00:55 Why New Employees Need More Support01:20 Questions That Arise During Delegation01:50 Using Brand and Culture to Reduce Confusion02:25 A Boss’s Three Step Rule: Think, Google, Ask AI03:10 Bringing Solutions Instead of Problems03:50 Training Employees to Solve Issues Independently04:30 What to Do When Processes Break05:10 Examples of Poor Problem Response06:00 Empowering Employees With Clear Boundaries06:45 When Employees Should Solve It vs. Escalate It07:30 The Importance of a Backup Plan

    6 min
  2. 348: How To Train Employees For Tasks They Have Never Done | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    1D AGO

    348: How To Train Employees For Tasks They Have Never Done | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    Training is one of the most overlooked steps in successful delegation. In this episode of the Successful Delegation Miniseries, we explore how to teach employees tasks they have never done before by using clear instruction, real examples, and a simple training workflow that works in any small business. Using the chocolate chip cookie metaphor, this video breaks down the difference between the desired result, the recipe, and the cookbook style skills new employees often need to learn. You will see why training is separate from the steps themselves and how to guide someone who has zero experience. You will also learn a practical process: record yourself doing the work, turn it into step by step documentation, have employees watch, attempt the task, and refine the instructions based on their perspective. This creates a living training system that improves over time. Watch now to understand how proper training transforms delegation and sets your team up for success. Chapters:00:00 Welcome to the Successful Delegation Miniseries00:07 Why Training Is Essential for Delegation00:14 The Chocolate Chip Cookie Example00:31 Recipe vs Desired Result00:45 The Cookbook Concept01:02 Teaching Someone With Zero Experience01:20 What Training Really Looks Like01:57 Recording Yourself Doing the Work02:26 Turning Videos Into Written Instructions03:01 Letting Employees Try the Task03:36 Comparing Their Steps to Yours03:53 Updating and Improving the Training04:12 Why Recipe and Cookbook Are Not the Same

    4 min
  3. 347: How to Give Clear Instructions That Employees Follow | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    2D AGO

    347: How to Give Clear Instructions That Employees Follow | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    In this episode of the Successful Delegation Miniseries, learn why giving clear, actionable instructions is essential for helping your team deliver consistent results. Using simple examples like riding a bicycle, tying shoes, and following a recipe, this video breaks down how clarity removes confusion and empowers employees to succeed. You’ll discover how defining the desired result and outlining the steps creates a reliable workflow your team can follow with confidence. From managing an email inbox to handling technical tasks, clear instructions help your employees perform their best without needing to be just like you. Watch now to understand how the right process turns delegation into smooth, repeatable success. CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to the Delegation Miniseries00:16 Why Desired Results Alone Aren’t Enough00:44 Teaching Through Clear Process Examples01:56 The Bicycle Example03:30 The Recipe Card Example04:40 Turning Expected Results Into Steps06:15 Building a Clear Workflow for Employees08:07 Why Clear Instructions Help Replace Yourself09:25 Final Takeaway: Give Them the Recipe

    5 min
  4. 346: Set Expectations Right and Delegate With Confidence | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    3D AGO

    346: Set Expectations Right and Delegate With Confidence | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    In this episode of the Successful Delegation Miniseries, we break down why setting clear expected results is the foundation of effective delegation. Many small business owners unintentionally create frustration and confusion simply by failing to define what success looks like. You’ll learn how unclear expectations impact employees, why clarity eliminates frustration on both sides, and how a simple explanation of desired outcomes can transform the way tasks are handed off. Using the example of delegating an email inbox, this episode shows how defining results upfront protects your time, supports your team, and keeps your business running smoothly. Watch now to start delegating with confidence and clarity.

    6 min

  5. 6D AGO

    345: How Investors Win With Jonna Weber

    Discover how everyday business owners and investors can win through strategic real estate decisions with Jonna Weber. In this episode, Jonna shares her 20 year journey from negative cash flow to financial freedom, revealing how she built the Idaho Real Estate Investor Network and why community, clarity, and smart strategy matter more than ever. Learn how she transformed a struggling investment into profitable rentals, why networking accelerates success, and how business owners can turn extra cash into long term wealth. Jonna also opens up about the mindset shifts, learning curves, and personal freedom that real estate created in her life. Whether you're a business owner, a first time investor, or someone looking to build passive income, this conversation will show you how the right connections and strategy can change everything. Watch now and start investing with confidence. Connect With Jonna Weber Website: https://jonnaweber.comIdaho Real Estate Investor Network: https://idahoreen.com 00:00 Introduction To Jonna Weber01:45 Jonna’s 20 Year Real Estate Journey04:10 From Negative Cash Flow To Profit07:30 Lessons From The Great Recession10:15 Building The Idaho Real Estate Investor Network14:30 Why Networking Changes Everything18:40 How To Start A Meetup Or Community22:10 Advice For First Time Real Estate Investors26:00 Aligning Strategy With Financial Goals30:45 Active Vs Passive Real Estate Investing34:20 Freedom, Flexibility And Entrepreneurship38:00 Should You Start A Podcast42:30 Where To Connect With Jonna

    34 min
  6. 344: Why Tech Will Not Fix Your Delegation Problems | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    FEB 12

    344: Why Tech Will Not Fix Your Delegation Problems | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    In this episode of the Successful Delegation Miniseries, we break down why technology is not the solution to your delegation challenges. Before investing in tools or software, you need clarity on what you are delegating and the outcomes you expect. You’ll learn why many small business owners overcomplicate delegation by chasing tech too early, and why simple methods like writing clear instructions on paper are often the most effective starting point. We also cover when technology does become useful and how it can support training once you already understand the process. Watch this episode to simplify delegation, avoid common mistakes, and set the foundation for real efficiency.

    6 min
  7. 343: Who You Should Delegate To in Your Small Business | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    FEB 11

    343: Who You Should Delegate To in Your Small Business | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    Who you delegate to matters just as much as what you delegate. In this episode of the Successful Delegation Miniseries, we break down how small business owners can choose the right people to support their growth without creating unnecessary problems. You will learn why hiring friends, family, or neighbors often backfires, how existing relationships can blur boundaries, and what to look for instead when delegating tasks. This video walks through the importance of skills, capacity, willingness to learn, and cultural fit when bringing someone into your business. Whether you are considering a part time hire, a virtual assistant, or your first team member, this episode will help you avoid common delegation mistakes and make smarter hiring decisions that protect both your business and your relationships. Watch now and continue building the foundation for effective delegation and long term success.

    5 min
  8. 342 What to Delegate First in Your Small Business | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    FEB 10

    342 What to Delegate First in Your Small Business | Successful Delegation Miniseries

    Discover how to confidently take the first steps toward effective delegation in your small business. This episode of the Successful Delegation Miniseries breaks down what to delegate first so you can stop doing everything yourself and start creating real breathing room in your schedule. Learn why starting small matters, how a time audit reveals what tasks you should offload, and why hiring an expensive full time employee too early can hold you back. You’ll also hear simple examples of low cost tasks you can delegate safely while you build experience and confidence. If you want to grow your business without burning out, this episode will help you begin delegating the right way. Watch now.

    6 min
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Are you a small business owner seeking effective, efficient, and profitable ways to grow your business without the overwhelm? Welcome to "Small Business Big Visibility", the podcast dedicated to empowering adventurous entrepreneurs like you to simplify marketing, reduce stress, and boost revenue. Hosted by Jason McKenzie, each weekday we dive into a weekly theme from different angles, providing actionable insights, innovative strategies, and easy-to-implement tools. Our mission is to help you focus on what truly matters: your passion, your family, and your freedom. Join us as we explore topi

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