Your Cornerman: The Person Every Entrepreneur Needs (Beyond A Business Coach)
Ever wished you had a wise, experienced cornerman to guide you through your business challenges? Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo explore the power of having a business cornerman, a seasoned expert who provides holistic guidance and helps you anticipate challenges. A...
Why Bosses Love To Resist Management
Being the boss of your own business does not give you unlimited freedom to do everything you want – it actually holds you back from freedom. Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo discuss why entrepreneurs love to resist management by their teams. They emphasize the...
The Warning Signs Of Team Burnout: Catch It Before It’s Too Late
Your team says everything's fine, but are they really? In this episode, Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo dive deep into the often overlooked issue of team burnout, exploring misconceptions about capacity, subtle warning signs, and proactive steps CEOs can take to...
Driving Business Revenue: Can Every Role Do It?
Are you hesitating to hire support staff because they will not directly generate business revenue? This mindset could be the very thing holding you back from sustainable growth. In this episode, co-hosts Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo tackle the common misconception...
Charge More, Work Less: Developing Better Systems
If your systems were in place, could you charge more and work less? In this revealing episode, we tackle a hard truth many service providers face: the market has evolved, and "good enough" isn't good enough anymore. Today's savvy clients expect exceptional,...
Intentional Networking: Building a Thriving Business Ecosystem in 2025
Like fine wine, referral networks get better over time. After 40 years in business — working in almost every industry you can imagine — I haven't found a better way to connect with ideal clients than by referral. You get better at understanding which problems your...
Flexibility Isn’t Free: The Business Costs You Aren’t Seeing
Think your "go with the flow" approach is what makes your business special? Think again. In this episode, Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo reveal why "winging it" is costing you more than you realize - in time, money, and team morale. Every business runs exactly as it...
The Growth Trap: Why It’s Holding Your Business Back And How To Break Free
Most entrepreneurs believe that working harder and adding more resources is the path to success. But what if that approach is actually holding you back? In this episode, operations strategist Gwen Bortner and marketing expert Tonya Kubo unpack the critical...
531 Strategy For Goal Setting: Achieve Your Dreams, Bigger Than Imagined
Want to set and achieve ambitious business goals that align with your vision? In this episode, Gwen Bortner takes co-host Tonya Kubo through a live version of her proven 5-3-1 goal-setting strategy. Listen to how Gwen walks Tonya through breaking down her long-term...
From Solo To CEO: How To Thrive As A Leader By Valuing Self-Care (Part 4)
As a leader, it's easy to get caught up in the demands of your role and neglect your own well-being. But what if we told you that personal growth and self-care aren't just important for your personal life — they're essential for your success as a CEO? Join Gwen...
I'm Gwen Bortner, and I've spent 40 years turning chaotic businesses into well-oiled machines across 47 industries. Now, my team and I work with women entrepreneurs to build sustainable, fulfilling businesses aligned with their values.