Business as UNusual is not just another podcast; it's a captivating journey into the heart of modern entrepreneurship. This show dives deep into the groundbreaking strategies, bold ideas, and unconventional practices that empower visionary leaders and companies to thrive in a rapidly changing business landscape.
Join Aicila, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience in business development across the nonprofit and corporate sectors, as she engages in enlightening conversations with a diverse array of guests. These inspiring individuals are on a mission to create successful businesses that prioritize both people and the planet in their profit models.
Tune in to be inspired and to discover how these remarkable changemakers are redefining success in business. Their stories will ignite your passion and spark innovative thinking in your own ventures.
For more details, visit BiCurean.com/bau.
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Business as UNusual is not just another podcast; it's a captivating journey into the heart of modern entrepreneurship. This show dives deep into the groundbreaking strategies, bold ideas, and unconventional practices that empower visionary leaders and companies to thrive in a rapidly changing business landscape.
Join Aicila, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience in business development across the nonprofit and corporate sectors, as she engages in enlightening conversations with a diverse array of guests. These inspiring individuals are on a mission to create successful businesses that prioritize both people and the planet in their profit models.
Tune in to be inspired and to discover how these remarkable changemakers are redefining success in business. Their stories will ignite your passion and spark innovative thinking in your own ventures.
For more details, visit BiCurean.com/bau.
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In this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila explores the critical difference between authentic connection energy and people pleasing in business relationships. She discusses how true connection is rooted in mutual presence, reciprocity, and alignment—never in perpetual accessibility or self-sacrifice. Hear practical strategies for setting boundaries, fueling your work without burning out, and building collaborations that energize instead of drain. This episode is packed with insights for creative entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone navigating the demands of modern business connection.
Topics discussed in this episode:
Capacity Check-In Tool by Aicila (linked in episode show notes)
Ready to energize your business relationships? Take the Capacity Check-In to discover your connection strengths—link in the show notes!
Set one new boundary this week that supports your energy—notice how it helps you show up authentically!
Share this episode with a fellow entrepreneur who needs a reminder: Connection should fuel, not cost you.
The full transcript of this conversation is available at https://www.bicurean.com/bautranscripts3
Transcripts and notes generated with Descript and Castmagic and then edited by human eyes and hands.
Lightly edited and produced by BiCurean Consulting, BiCurean.com.
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