A podcast for women entrepreneurs seeking alignment, sustainability and success.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about how to grow your business without sacrificing what matters most?

We get it.

Too many CEOs burn out striving to achieve other people’s version of success. It’s time to build a sustainable, fulfilling business aligned with your values AND your priorities.

Welcome to The Business You Really Want, hosted by Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo of Everyday Effectiveness.

Gwen is the founder with almost 40 years of cross-industry experience in business operations. As her right hand, Tonya brings 20 years of experience in marketing and communications. Together, we share a holistic approach to entrepreneurial success that centers your values, your life, and your circumstances.

We believe context matters, both in life
and in business.

Listen each week for practical strategies, real-life examples, and empowering insights to help you navigate the challenges of running a values-driven business. Leverage your strengths, optimize your operations, and create a business that lights you up and allows you to make a meaningful impact.

What Our Listeners Say

New Business Owner Here

As a new business owner, I am LOVING this podcast! I feel like Tonya and Gwen are teaching me things BEFORE I even have the chance to make mistakes! I’m excited to keep listening and to implement what I learn to continue to improve and grow my business! — AliciaHBBTB

Great Listen

I really enjoyed this episode and the truly considerate way you talk about helping people focus success based on what you WANT not what it should look like; this is helping me do some work myself and thinking about what success looks like to me. — Julia414

Exactly What I Need!

As a female Solopreneur, this podcast speaks directly to my business/ministry needs. Tonya and Gwen share boatloads of experience and wisdom – just 2 episodes in, and I’m already hooked! Highly recommend! — SH797

Such Great Insights

Gwen and Tonya are an incredible dynamic duo! Not only do I feel like it’s great and valuable information they are sharing BUT their banter is the best! — Lovelyladylinx

Latest Podcast Episodes Of The Business You Really Want

The Business You Really Want | Maxing Out

Achieve Maximum Profit Without Maxing Out

Are you maxing out trying to maximize profits in your business? Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo are here to flip the script. They offer a refreshing perspective on achieving sustainable success without maxing yourself out. They explore the hidden costs of underpricing...

The Business You Really Want | Bad Business Advice

Bad Business Advice: How It Can Cost You More Than You Realize

Tired of receiving bad business advice that just doesn't fit? Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo are throwing a lifeline to business owners sick of the same old, useless platitudes. They're ripping apart the “guru” playbook, exposing why those cookie-cutter programs...

The Business You Really Want | Profit Paradox

The Profit Paradox: When More Income Leads To Less Profit

Does more revenue always mean more profit? Not necessarily! The profit paradox explains how scaling a business can sometimes reduce profitability. Join Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo as they dissect this counterintuitive phenomenon, where hitting that coveted...

The Business You Really Want - Tonya Kubo | Implementation Gap

Closing The Implementation Gap: How To Get Things Done

The struggle is real: the implementation gap, that frustrating space between knowing what to do and actually doing it, plagues us all. Join Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo as they dissect the implementation gap, exploring why knowing what to do doesn't always translate...

The Business You Really Want - Tonya Kubo | Energy Management

Time To Pay More Attention To Energy Management

Most entrepreneurs have tried all kinds of time management systems but still fail to keep up with their long list of priorities. If this approach is ineffective, perhaps paying more attention to energy management is the key. Tonya Kubo and Gwen Bortner explore the...

The Business You Really Want - Tonya Kubo | Micromanaging

Micromanagement Mayhem? How To Empower, Not Overwhelm, Your Team

Micromanaging can stifle your team's growth and create a toxic work environment. In this episode, Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo explore the fine line between oversight and micromanagement and how to empower your team to achieve consistent performance without...

The Business You Really Want - Tonya Kubo | Business Ideas

Bringing Your Business Ideas To Life

Do you have a stack of brilliant business ideas just waiting to be implemented? In this episode, Tonya Kubo and Gwen Bortner tackle the common problem of great business ideas that never get off the ground. They explore the gap between planning and execution,...

The Business You Really Want | Running Meetings

Stop Running Meetings That Waste Time

Stop running meetings that waste time! Join Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo as they expose the hidden traps of traditional meetings and reveal powerful strategies to transform your team's communication. Discover how to effectively design impactful meetings, utilize...