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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.

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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

A sample of 5-star Apple reviews

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

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Latest Podcast Episodes Of The Business You Really Want

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The Hidden Systems Sabotaging Your Business Success

As an entrepreneur, you've likely heard the advice “You need better systems!” countless times. Maybe you've even invested in fancy project management software or hired consultants to create standard operating procedures. But what if I told you that you already have...

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Systems – Harnessing The Power Of Consistent Behavior

Are you in control of your systems, or are your systems controlling you? In this episode of "The Business You Really Want," hosts Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo invite you into the world of systems and how the behaviors within your business shape the results you see....

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The Truth About Managing People in Your Business

As a business owner, you know that your team can make or break your success. But here's a hard truth many entrepreneurs struggle to face: The people who helped you build your business may not be the ones to help you scale it. In the latest episode of The Business...

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Resources – Making The Most Of Your People

Wondering how to get the most out of your team? In this episode of "The Business You Really Want," hosts Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo explore the critical role that people play in your business. Whether you're managing a small team or you're a solopreneur navigating...

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Are Your Finances Holding Your Business Hostage?

Do you find yourself avoiding your financial reports like the plague? You wouldn’t be the first. And I doubt you’d even be the last In fact, many business owners admit to hiding from their numbers, letting fear and misconceptions about accounting keep them from...

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Accounting – Making Sense Of The Numbers That Matter

Feeling overwhelmed by financial reports? Wondering how to use numbers to truly drive your business forward? In this episode of "The Business You Really Want," hosts Gwen Bortner and Tonya Kubo break down the often dreaded world of accounting. They tackle the myths...

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Mastering True Delegation: A Guide to Effective Leadership

Delegation is often seen as a simple task: Assign a job to someone else and move on. But as any experienced leader knows, true delegation is far more complex. In this episode of The Business You Really Want, co-host Tonya Kubo and I explore the deeper layers of...

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Are Your Business Goals Sabotaging Your Success?

Entrepreneurs are constantly bombarded with messages about dreaming big, setting ambitious targets, and striving for that coveted million-dollar business. But what if chasing these goals is actually leading you further away from the business — and life — you truly...

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Is Your Business Engine Misfiring?

You've tried everything to grow your business: increasing sales, streamlining processes, even burning the midnight oil. But something still feels off. What if the real problem isn't where you think it is? In the latest episode of The Business You Really Want, Tonya...