"Make Space for More" with Melissa Swink invites you into the world of entrepreneurial transformation, where Melissa shares her remarkable journey from overwhelmed solopreneur to thriving business leader. As the founder and CEO of a virtual assistant services company, Melissa intimately understands the challenges of building and scaling a business.
Join Melissa each week as she unveils the blueprint to success, centered around her signature "Make Space for More" framework. Through practical advice, personal anecdotes, and expert insights, Melissa guides you through the five essential steps to growth and sustainability: defining your CEO role, decluttering your business, implementing efficient systems, building a powerhouse team, and authentically scaling your operations. Whether you're trapped in the cycle of overwork or striving to maximize your business's potential, "Make Space for More" equips you with the tools and mindset shifts needed to thrive in today's competitive landscape.
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Team Communication Without Chaos: Our Favorite Tools and Tips
In this week’s episode of Make Space for More, you’ll learn strategies for effective team communication without unnecessary chaos. Melissa Swink will teach you how to keep your team aligned and empowered while avoiding burnout and confusion.
CEO Energy: Why You Shouldn’t be Doing $20 Tasks Anymore
In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses the importance of stepping into “CEO energy” by eliminating low-value tasks (otherwise known as “$20 tasks”) that drain your energy and hinder your productivity. You’ll get a reality check on what those tasks look like and why you need to focus on high-leverage actions, strategic decision-making, and relationship building.
Perfectionism vs. Progress: How a VA Team Can Help You Let It Go
In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses the challenges of perfectionism as a business owner and how it can hinder your growth. She shares insights on recognizing perfectionism, its hidden costs, and practical strategies to overcome it. Tune in to learn how collaborating with a virtual assisting team can help you let go of control and focus on progress over perfection!
Work Less, Earn More: How a VA Team Can Increase Your Revenue
In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink will show you how virtual assistants (VAs) can help business owners work less while earning more. You’ll learn how to view hiring a VA as an investment (not an expense) through many examples of the types of tasks that VAs can handle for businesses, including busy work and strategic tasks. You’ll also learn about the distinction between productivity and profitability for business owners, and why you should focus on revenue-generating activities and delegate low-value tasks. Melissa will also teach you about the four key ways that a VA team can directly help you grow your business’s revenue.
Why Inbox Zero Won't Grow Your Business
While clearing your email inbox may feel productive, it may not be actively moving the needle in your business. Today’s episode of Make Space of More covers the limitations of striving for “inbox zero” as a CEO. Melissa Swink will help you shift your mindset away from mere productivity to actual profitability, advocating for strategic thinking and more effective time management.
From Firefighting to Forecasting: The Game-Changing Habits that Will Transform Your Business
Tune into this week’s episode of the Make Space for More podcast to learn what to do if you’re constantly putting out fires in your business! You’ll discover how Melissa Swink made the transition from being a reactive business owner to a proactive business owner.
Client Boundaries are the Key to Business Sanity
In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses the importance of establishing client boundaries to maintain sanity in your business. She goes behind the scenes and shares personal experiences about when boundaries were too loose with clients in her business. Melissa also discusses the essential types of boundaries every business needs and how to enforce these boundaries without damaging client relationships. You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of the significance of clear communication, defined scopes of work, and mutual respect in fostering healthy client interactions!
The Invisible Workload That’s Holding You Back
In today’s episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses the concept of the invisible workload that many business owners face. She explores how the mental load you’re carrying, including all the little details that are constantly running through your head, can hinder your daily productivity and long-term growth, and offers practical strategies to alleviate it.
How AI is Changing the Way I Work (and Think)
In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink shares her personal journey with AI and how it is transforming her business practices. Tune in to learn about her perspective on the uncertainty surrounding AI, her experimentation with various tools, and the ways she is integrating AI into her personal life and business operations. Melissa emphasizes the importance of using AI intentionally to streamline processes, enhance client support, and ultimately drive business growth. She also shares insights on developing tools to help clients leverage AI for their own success.
Growth Roadblocks: 5 Signs You’re Holding Your Business Back
In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses five self-imposed growth roadblocks that entrepreneurs often face. These include doing everything yourself, perfectionism, resisting systems and structure, not re-evaluating pricing strategies, and lacking clarity and vision. In addition to pointing out these roadblocks and describing them in detail, Melissa will help you reflect on your sticking points and consider how you can break free from them.
The CEO Schedule: How to Design Your Ideal Workweek
Are you running your business, or is it running you? In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses the importance of designing a CEO schedule that aligns with your personal and professional priorities!
Tune in to learn strategies for creating an ideal work week, including batching tasks for efficiency and blocking time for focused work. You’ll learn how to set up your calendar in a way that supports both business growth and personal well-being.
From Overwhelmed to Organized: Laying the Foundation for a Successful Team (with Alex Brzozowski)
Tune into this week’s podcast for a can’t-miss workshop with Alex Brzezowski and Melissa Swink! You’ll get into the nuts and bolts of digital organization and its role in team collaboration and productivity.
Alex and Melissa discuss the common hurdles leaders face when they first start working with teams, especially when it comes to digital organization myths. They also provide actionable strategies for laying a solid foundation for success. Tune in to learn the need for effective systems, clear communication, and the understanding that organization is an ongoing practice rather than a one-time fix.
Unlocking the Freedom Formula
Does growth feel harder than it should? The problem might not be your strategy, your team, or your target market. The problem might be you!
Unlocking the Power of the 80-20 Rule
If you enjoy learning how to optimize your schedule, today’s podcast is for you! In this episode of Make Space for More, Melissa Swink discusses the 80/20 rule, also known as the Pareto Principle, which theorizes that 80% of results come from 20% of efforts.
How to Spring Clean Your Business
Are you busy, or are you truly productive? In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, you’ll learn four strategies for spring cleaning your business. Host Melissa Swink shares signs that your business may need a reset, such as feeling overwhelmed or experiencing clunky processes.
How to Build a High-Performing Team on a Budget
In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses strategies for building a high-performing team when you are on a budget. You’ll learn about shifting your mindset about hiring, especially if you feel like you’re not quite ready to take the leap.
How to Prepare Your Business to Work a Relaxed Schedule During the Summer
What if you could be more productive while working fewer hours, this summer?
In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink discusses strategies for preparing your business to operate on a reduced schedule during the summer months! She emphasizes the importance of setting intentions and boundaries, batching work, clarifying meeting strategies, and leveraging team support to maintain productivity while enjoying a lighter work schedule.
5 Business Books I Continually Re-Read
In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, host Melissa Swink shares her top five business books that have significantly influenced her approach to entrepreneurship. Each book offers unique insights into the importance of leveraging expertise, financial management, and a relaxed mindset toward success. Melissa encourages continuous learning and provides actionable takeaways from each book, making this episode a valuable resource for entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses!
From Small Town Roots to Scalable Success: Angie Huffman on Business Growth
In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, host Melissa Swink interviews Angie Huffman, owner of Big Horn Advertising. Angie shares her journey of evolving her business, transitioning from recreation management to marketing, and the importance of leveraging technology and AI.
Embracing Your Strengths to Unlock Your Potential
In this episode of the Make Space for More podcast, Melissa Swink chats with a special guest, Jenni Schubring. They discuss the transformative power of understanding and leveraging your personal strengths in both business and life.