{"podcast":{"title":"The Family in Business Podcast","slug":"the-family-in-business-podcast-6326816","podcast_index_feed_id":6326816,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/mastermind-for-business/","website_url":"https://metropolemastermind.com.au/podcast/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/f049a80e-5a6a-49c9-bba4-3dab582f4317/The-Family-in-Business-Cover-Art-3000x3000.png","author":"Metropole Mastermind","episode_count":134,"summary":"\"For families who build businesses, and businesses that strengthen families” Running a business with family is one of the most rewarding things you can do. It's also one of the hardest. The Family in Business podcast is for Australian family business owners who want to grow a thriving, profitable business together - without letting it strain the relationships that matter most. Each week, hosts Mark and Caroline Creedon share honest conversations, practical strategies, and real-world insights drawn from over three decades of experience helping family businesses across Australia grow, scale, and plan for the future. Whether you're just starting to bring family into the business, trying to scale without burning out, navigating the tricky dynamics of working with a spouse or a sibling, or thinking seriously about succession and passing things on to the next generation - this show is built for you. Mark and Caroline cover the full family business journey: building systems that give you back your time, having the conversations most families avoid, creating a business that can run without you, and building wealth that carries across generations. This isn't a podcast about business in the…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-family-in-business-podcast-6326816"},"episode":{"title":"The December Mistake Quietly Killing Your January Revenue","slug":"the-december-mistake-quietly-killing-your-january-revenue","published_at":"2025-12-22T19:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-family-in-business-podcast-6326816/the-december-mistake-quietly-killing-your-january-revenue","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-family-in-business-podcast-6326816","url":"https://metropolemastermind.com.au/podcast/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1169569e-93a2-472a-a199-66fb06d6a703.mp3","summary":"When visibility drops in December, momentum doesn’t pause, it disappears. And by the time January arrives, you’re starting from behind instead of ahead. In this episode of the Mastermind for Business, Mark and Caroline Creedon break down a smarter way to approach December. One that keeps demand warm, positions you top of mind, and sets January up to feel calm, focused, and profitable, without working through the holidays. You’ll learn why December is one of the most underestimated growth windows in business, how small 30-minute actions can compound into real revenue, and what to put in place now so your business keeps moving even when you step back. If January always feels harder than it should, this episode will change how you think about December. Pick one move. Give it 30 minutes. Let it work for you while you take the break properly. In today's podcast you’ll discover: 00:00 - Why December is one of the most misunderstood growth windows in business 02:38 - How December visibility quietly sets up January sales 04:14 - The 30-minute money maker framework for time-poor business owners 06:22 - Why case studies, website clarity, and Google visibility matter more than complex strategies 09:44 - Staying visible, relevant, and human while keeping your marketing intentional and professional 10:55 - How to design a simple January offer that creates urgency 12:35 - How one clear call to action can quietly fill your pipeline 13:44 - Switching off without the business falling apart 15:14 - The compounding effect of December decisions ---------- About the Families in Business Podcast The Families in Business podcast is for family business owners who want to grow a thriving business together, without sacrificing the relationships that matter most. 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