Why Great Business Owners Still Struggle to Grow

Why Great Business Owners Still Struggle to Grow

What if your business is not struggling because of your skills, experience, or expertise? What if the real challenge is creating enough opportunities for people to discover what you already do well? In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane introduces the Courage Method™, a framework developed from more than three decades of experience building businesses through relationships, referrals, networking, and consistent action. This conversation explores why opportunity creation is one of the most overlooked drivers of business growth and how small, intentional actions can create momentum over time. In This Episode: • The foundation of the Courage Method™ • Why opportunities drive business growth • The connection between visibility and referrals • How consistency creates long-term momentum • Practical ways to create more opportunities every week Key Takeaway Business growth rarely happens by accident. It happens when you consistently create opportunities for relationships, conversations, referrals, and connection. Why Not Today? Ready to stop waiting and start taking action? Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.com [http://www.whynottodaymovement.com] Connect with Leslie: leslie@whynottodaymovement.com [leslie@whynottodaymovement.com] Join the Community: Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects [https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects] Instagram: www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement [http://www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement] LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 [http://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222] YouTube: www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement [http://www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement] If this episode inspired you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs their own Why Not Today? moment.

The Entrepreneur Roller Coaster: Lessons from the Why Not Today? Journey

Have you ever wondered if you're on the right path in your business? What if the twists, turns, and pivots aren't signs you're failing, but signs you're growing? In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane takes listeners behind the scenes of the Why Not Today? journey. From launching a podcast before feeling ready, to building community events, creating the Why Not Today Connects Luncheon, and ultimately making the difficult decision to let some things go, Leslie shares the lessons she has learned from four years of entrepreneurship. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, uncertain, or frustrated by the ups and downs of building a business, this episode will remind you that progress is rarely a straight line. Highlights • Why most entrepreneurs wait too long to get started • The surprising lesson Leslie learned from launching her podcast • How experimentation and pivots helped shape Why Not Today? • Why letting go of something good can create space for something greater • The importance of mentors, coaches, and community on the entrepreneurial journey • The new direction of Why Not Today? and the focus on helping service-based entrepreneurs grow Ready to Find More Clients and Grow Your Business with Confidence? If you're a service-based entrepreneur who wants more visibility, stronger referral relationships, and a clear plan for attracting new opportunities, you're in the right place. Through the Why Not Today? community, workshops, and coaching programs, I help entrepreneurs identify where their best clients are, build meaningful relationships, and take consistent action that creates momentum and growth. With more than 30 years of experience building businesses through networking, referrals, and community, I share practical strategies that help you move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and consistency. This week, take a moment to ask yourself: Where are you on your entrepreneurial roller coaster, and who is riding beside you? Then join me next week as I introduce the COURAGE Method, the framework I'm using to help service-based entrepreneurs build confidence, create momentum, and grow their businesses with greater clarity and purpose. Why not today? Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.com [http://www.whynottodaymovement.com] Connect with Leslie at leslie@whynottodaymovement.com [leslie@whynottodaymovement.com] - Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects [https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects] - Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement - LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 - YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Your One Day Starts Today - The Power of Persistence and Fanatical Consistency

What if the breakthrough you've been waiting for isn't years away? What if it's being built by the small actions you're taking today? Most people focus on the big moment. The successful business. The sold-out event. The growing podcast. The major opportunity. What we often miss are the years of consistency, persistence, and daily action that made those moments possible. In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie shares lessons from Mark Batterson's book Win the Day, the story of the Chinese bamboo tree, and her own journey of growing the podcast to more than 9,000 downloads. She explores why success is rarely about talent or luck and how fanatical consistency, pleasant persistence, and small actions repeated over time create momentum. If you have ever felt discouraged because results are taking longer than expected, this episode will remind you that progress is often happening long before you can see it. What You'll Hear • Why most "overnight successes" actually take years to build • The Chinese bamboo story and what it teaches about unseen growth • How fanatical consistency creates momentum in business and life • Why persistence often matters more than talent • The difference between being pushy and being pleasantly persistent • How relationships, follow-up, and consistency build trust over time • The lesson behind 98 podcast listeners in a single day • Why your future success is being shaped by the actions you take today "Your one day is built by stacking Why Not Todays on top of each other." Want More Clarity, Confidence, and Consistency in Your Business? Every month, I host workshops and coaching programs designed to help women entrepreneurs simplify what feels overwhelming, focus on what matters most, and take consistent action toward their goals. With more than 30 years of experience mentoring and coaching women in business, I bring practical strategies, accountability, and encouragement to help you grow your business with confidence. Why not today? Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.com [http://www.whynottodaymovement.com] Connect with Leslie at leslie@whynottodaymovement.com [leslie@whynottodaymovement.com] - Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects [https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects] - Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement - LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 - YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

Make People Feel Special: A Business Growth Strategy That Works

When was the last time a business made you feel truly special? In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane shares a powerful lesson inspired by Mary Kay Ash’s reminder to imagine every person wearing a sign that says, “Make me feel special.” Leslie connects this timeless idea to business growth, customer experience, social media, networking, and the unforgettable stories from Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara. In a world filled with algorithms, automation, digital overload, and transactional marketing, human connection stands out. Leslie shares why making people feel seen, valued, remembered, and cared for is not just kind. It is one of the most powerful ways to build loyalty, referrals, trust, and lasting business relationships. You’ll hear stories about surprise and delight, including the famous hot dog story from Unreasonable Hospitality, the Tiffany champagne flutes, kids experiencing snow, and Leslie’s own memorable hospitality experience during a Hilton Head trip. Each story points back to one simple truth: people remember moments. In this episode, you’ll hear: • Why making people feel special is a powerful business growth strategy • How small, thoughtful touches can create unforgettable customer experiences • Why listening closely helps you find opportunities to surprise and delight people • How handwritten notes, personal follow up, welcome gifts, and meaningful recognition build stronger relationships • Why human connection matters even more in a world of AI, automation, and digital noise Leslie also shares practical ways to bring this into your own business, including remembering personal details, following up unexpectedly, celebrating people publicly, removing stress, making online interactions feel human, and asking yourself, “How can I do the and then some?” The challenge for this week is simple: ask yourself, “How can I make one person feel special todayIf this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend, leave a review, and subscribe to the Why Not Today? Podcast. Want support, accountability, and community as you grow your business and goals? Why not today? Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.com [http://www.whynottodaymovement.com] Connect with Leslie at leslie@whynottodaymovement.com [leslie@whynottodaymovement.com] - Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects [https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects] - Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement - LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 - YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!

The Championship Mindset That Helps You Finish Strong

Some goals are not won in the beginning. They are won in the final stretch when most people are ready to quit. In this episode of the Why Not Today? Podcast, Leslie Kane shares the championship mindset that helps you finish strong even when the results are not showing up yet. Drawing from more than 31 years in Mary Kay leadership and earning the use of 16 career cars including 5 pink Cadillacs, Leslie shares the real strategy behind reaching big goals and why success rarely happens by accident. This episode is about more than business goals. It is about staying committed when things feel uncertain, creating momentum when motivation fades, and refusing to quit before the breakthrough happens. Leslie shares how she reverse engineered goals, created urgency around deadlines, communicated vision to her team, and learned that community, mentorship, consistency, and belief often matter more than talent alone. She also shares personal stories about goals that looked impossible on paper but came together at the very last moment because she stayed in the game. If you have been feeling discouraged, overwhelmed, stuck, or tempted to give up on something important, this episode will remind you that breakthrough moments often happen after most people would have stopped trying. Highlights from this episode: • The difference between being interested and being committed • How to reverse engineer your goals and create momentum • Why deadlines and urgency help people take action • The power of mentorship, accountability, and community support • Why most people quit too early and how to keep going • How “vacation energy” can help you stay focused and productive One of the biggest reminders from this episode: “You may be closer than you think. The breakthrough might not happen until the end, so don’t quit early.” If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend, leave a review, and subscribe to the Why Not Today? Podcast. Want support, accountability, and community as you grow your business and goals? Explore the Why Not Today? Movement: www.whynottodaymovement.com [http://www.whynottodaymovement.com] Connect with Leslie at leslie@whynottodaymovement.com [leslie@whynottodaymovement.com] - Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects [https://www.facebook.com/groups/whynottodayconnects] - Instagram - www.instagram.com/whynottodaymovement - LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-kane-3825222 - YouTube - www.youtube.com/@whynottodaymovement 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode to inspire others to take their own Why Not Today? moment!