Do you feel like you're sacrificing your health for your business? Always thinking 'I don't have time' to exercise or eat properly?
It's a trap we can all fall into. You prioritise the work, the family, the clients... and put yourself last, thinking it's the right thing to do. Richard and Lee know this feeling well. They spent years in that cycle, and it wasn't until they hit a wall that they realised the true cost to their health and their business.
They talk about how everything is connected. Neglecting your well-being doesn't just hurt you; it hurts your business. You'll hear how making time for yourself (even when you think you can't) is the key to getting more done, handling stress better, and finding clarity again.
If you enjoy it, they'd love to hear from you!
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If you find it impossible to really switch off on holiday, this is for you. Lee shares a controversial opinion: as a business owner, you probably can't ever fully disconnect.
But that doesn't mean you can't take a proper family break. Richard and Lee look at the practical ways they make it work (from satellite internet on a camping trip to planning drives around quiet times).
They also talk through the most important part: the right attitude. You'll learn how they use gratitude to stop feeling resentful about interruptions, and how they talk to their kids about it so everyone stays relaxed. A great listen if you're trying to find a better way to balance it all.
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Ever have one of those days where a single problem spirals into total chaos, leaving you stressed and fighting with your business partner? It's a feeling most founders know all too well.
After returning from a much-needed camping trip, Richard and Lee walked straight into a series of unfortunate events (including power outages, no internet, and a string of urgent appointments). Years ago, this situation would have been a recipe for disaster and ended in a huge argument.
But it didn't.
This episode is for anyone who feels like they're constantly putting out fires and wants to find a better way to manage the ride.
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Does it ever feel like your business (or your partner's) is pulling your relationship apart at the seams? It's a tough balancing act, especially when long hours and travel are involved.
Richard has just come back from two weeks away in the US, which prompted a conversation about how he and Lee have managed to keep their partnership strong over 14 years of business, travel, and raising a family. They've seen other couples come undone under the pressure. So, what makes them different?
They get into the very different perspectives (the traveller vs. the one at home), the importance of empathy, and why open communication (even when it leads to a fight) is non-negotiable. They also touch on dealing with jealousy and why finding your own rhythm, not following someone else's rules, is the key to making it all work.
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Generally, the Richly Told podcast is a great place to find advice and simple tips around small business. In this episode, Richard is away, so Lee is joined by two special guests: their kids, Tom (9) and Grace (13) - and they do an amazing job!!
They talk about what adults tend to overcomplicate in business, including 'beating around the bush' when giving feedback and why you should stop comparing yourself and your business to others.
If you like it, please share it around - and I'm sure they'd LOVE to hear your feedback!
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Ever felt that knot in your stomach when a big invoice is overdue? Or the awkwardness of realising you've missed paying one of your own bills?
Cash flow is a universal stress for small business owners. It creates a ripple effect where one late payment means someone else can't pay their bills on time. This cycle can cause a lot of stress, frustration, and even embarrassment.
If you're trying to figure out how to manage this, Richard and Lee look at the problem from both sides (as the person waiting for payment and the person who needs to pay). They'll take you through a simple solution, how solid systems can prevent many issues before they start, and why a little bit of grace goes a long way.
Richard and Lee would LOVE to hear from you!
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Knowing when to walk away from a client is one of the hardest but most important decisions a business owner can make. But how do you know when that time has come?
A challenging client situation pushes Richard and Lee to this exact breaking point. After a two-year journey with a business that repeatedly shows it isn't ready to commit, they are forced to confront the issue head-on. The client's inability to manage their own team becomes a mirror for Richard and Lee, making them question why they've allowed the relationship to continue.
They talk through the signs that a client isn't the right fit and the importance of having the courage to end a business relationship to protect your own company, energy, and values. It's a raw and honest look at a tough decision every founder will face.
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It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day of running a business. The targets, the to-do lists, the constant pressure to grow. But have you ever stopped to ask yourself if all that work is actually building the life you want?
For a lot of founders, the business plan and the life plan are two separate things. But what if they shouldn't be?
In this conversation, Richard and Lee look back at the personal dreams they set for themselves 20 years ago (things like flexibility and travel that felt like pipe dreams at the time). They talk about how those big, audacious life goals subconsciously guided their business decisions, even without a clear step-by-step plan.
They'll take you through why your dreams are your 'why' and your business goals are just the 'how'. It's a great reminder that your business should serve your life, not the other way around, especially when you're faced with unexpected challenges that force you to re-evaluate everything.
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Ever feel like you're on the fast track to burning out? It's that classic dilemma for business owners (and parents) where you feel guilty for taking even a moment for yourself.
Last week, Richard and Lee had to make a tough call and be selfish, which meant missing an episode. The experience got them talking about why our social programming tells us selfishness is a negative thing, when in reality, it's about survival.
They look at why putting yourself first (like fitting your own oxygen mask) is the only way to be effective for your family, your team, and your business.
The story in this episode is from Lee's book:
Once Upon a Time in Small Business.
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Ever had one of those days where one bad thing happens, and then the whole day just seems to spiral? Your mood tanks, your productivity disappears, and every little task feels twice as hard.
If you work with a partner (in business or in life), this can be even tougher. It's so easy to take their bad mood personally, which can lead to arguments that derail the entire day for both of you.
In this episode Richard and Lee look at how to break this cycle. They get honest about their own productivity quirks (like hating Mondays) and share some simple, practical ways to handle them. You can learn how to acknowledge your own slumps without judgement, communicate what you need, and support your partner through theirs without it turning into a fight.
This is a great listen for any business owner, founder or couple trying to navigate the highs and lows of working together.
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Do you ever feel like you're juggling way too much? That pressure to keep pushing, to never give up, can be immense. But what happens when a project, even one that brings in money, is causing more stress than it's worth?
This is a topic that came up for Richard and Lee this week in a big way. After a chaotic few days (that literally ended with one of them stranded on the side of the road), they had to make a tough call and drop a project that was consuming all their time and energy.
They get honest about the signs that something isn't sustainable, and how to tell the difference between giving up and making a strategic choice to let something go. It's a lesson every business owner has to learn over and over again, and their story might just help you see the warning signs in your own business.
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Do you ever feel like a fraud, even when you have the qualifications and experience to back you up?
It's a feeling that many business owners know well, but it isn't just a personal failing—it can be a sign of a much bigger issue in your workplace culture.
In this candid conversation, Richard and Lee continue their chat about imposter syndrome. They look at how to identify it, not just in yourself but in your team, and how the typical Australian "get on with it" attitude can actually make things worse.
They explore why creating a safe space for honest communication is so important and how simple strategies, like giving positive reinforcement, can change everything.
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Do you ever feel like you don't belong in the room, even when you've earned your seat at the table? That little voice in your head telling you you're a fraud and you're about to be found out? That's imposter syndrome, and it affects a lot of business owners and high-achievers.
In the first of a two-part chat, Richard and Lee look at this from two sides: the perspective of someone who experiences it (Lee), and someone who struggles to understand it (Richard).
They look at how it can paralyse you and your productivity, and whether the Australian culture of 'tall poppy syndrome' and not celebrating success makes these feelings even worse for business owners here. It's an honest conversation about a feeling that many share but few talk about.
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Being a business owner can be a lonely job. There's always that temptation to vent to your staff, to treat them like a confidant, but it's a trap that can create real instability in your business.So what does real leadership look like? It's not about having a manager title or barking orders. And it's definitely not what you see from a lot of the 'business influencers' online.In this chat, Richard and Lee talk about their own journey with leadership. They get honest about how their own strong-willed personalities actually made them bad leaders at first, and share the story of a time it all imploded.As promised in the episode, you can visit the Richly Told Instagram for more info on DISC profiling: @richlytoldpodcast
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As a business owner, it’s easy to feel like you're on an island. When you think about 'relationships', you probably think about clients, suppliers, and social media followers. But what if the most important connections are the ones you build with your peers?
If you've ever felt isolated in your entrepreneurial journey, this episode is for you. It looks at how your network is the true bloodline of your business, a support system for your mental health, and your best source of unexpected opportunities.
Richard and Lee share their own stories of what it took to build their 'village', from networking with direct competitors to the practical tips that helped an introvert feel comfortable in the room.
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This episode is all about mental wellness, a topic that goes hand in hand with the pressures of running a business.
Richard and Lee talk about how burnout shows up for each of them, from feeling frantic and overwhelmed, to becoming withdrawn and unmotivated. The conversation explores the difficult cycle many entrepreneurs face (the guilt of taking time for themselves versus the resentment they feel toward the business). They share some of the practical strategies they now use to manage the pressure, from scheduling personal time to a powerful mindset shift for dealing with stress.
You'll probably find this one ridiculously relatable (and maybe a timely reminder that looking after yourself is vital).
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What does work life balance really mean when you run your own business?
In this episode of Richly Told, Richard and Lee share their honest experiences trying to follow the so-called rules of balance and how it nearly derailed their business.
From switching off phones at 5pm to resenting clients who called outside hours, they talk about the pressures, the myths, and how they finally found their own rhythm. This is a refreshing look at what balance really looks like beyond the curated feeds and advice from strangers on the internet.
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When has anything ever gone exactly to plan?
In this first episode of Richly Told, Richard and Lee talk about why rigid business plans rarely survive the real world and how life’s curveballs often turn into the best stories. They share how sickness delayed this podcast launch, lessons from ventures that “failed” on paper but opened new doors, and why staying flexible always wins over being perfect.
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Richly Told shares honest, messy and practical stories about life, work and the lessons learned along the way. Richard and Lee have built businesses around the world and know things rarely go as expected.
Each episode brings real stories and insights from Lee’s book Once Upon a Time in Small Business - plus a few they left out.
If you like true stories, useful takeaways and hearing how people handle life’s curveballs, come along for a bunch of tales - richly told, and always real.
