Episode 193: Build Your Resource Bank Before You Need It – Future-Proofing Your Business
Release Date: 08/18/2025
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info_outlineWelcome back to the Empower Her Business Accelerator podcast! I’m your host, Philippa Channer, and today I want to talk about something that can completely shift the way you grow your business: preparing before you’re in a pinch. This episode continues our August series on essential business resources—how to identify them, use them, and in this case, build them before you desperately need them.
I’m sharing how to proactively lay the foundation for future launches, new services, or growth seasons so that you're not starting from scratch every time. If you're ready to build a sustainable business that can expand with ease, you’re in the right place.
🌱 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
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Why your current tools and team might not take you to the next level
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How I intentionally build human, financial, and digital resources
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The importance of networking and documenting your systems now
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Why prioritizing your own energy is a growth strategy
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Small actions you can take today to create massive future impact
⏱ Episode Timestamps & Highlights
(00:00) Welcome & Community Invitation
(02:00) Why Future-Proofing Matters
(03:00) Strengthening Your Human Resource Pipeline
(04:00) Financial Forecasting for Growth
(05:00) Upgrading Your Physical & Digital Infrastructure
(07:00) Protecting Your Most Valuable Resource—YOU
(08:30) Final Thoughts & Empowerment Boost
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