What do you do when you feel disrespected, undermined, or just emotionally done at work—but still have to lead the room? In this episode, B shares a real-world story of a startup director struggling with emotional regulation in high-stress leadership environments—and breaks down a simple 3-step framework to help you reclaim your calm, your credibility, and your leadership presence when the heat is on. You’ll learn: Why your brain spirals in tense moments (and how to catch it)How to identify w...
Apr 16, 2025
5 min
Summary In this episode of Inbox Zero, Bianca Lager addresses the challenging question of when to give up on a business. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and defining personal success, analyzing both emotional and data-driven aspects of business performance. Bianca discusses the significance of identifying what drains energy and the opportunity costs associated with staying in a draining business. She encourages listeners to find clarity through reflection and to set deadlines ...
Jan 14, 2025
22 min
SUMMARY In this episode of Inbox Zero, Bianca Lager addresses a listener's concern about feeling excluded from a workplace fantasy football league. She explores themes of workplace dynamics, inclusion, and strategies for participation, emphasizing the importance of communication and maintaining a balance between personal interests and professional relationships. TAKEAWAYS It's important to engage with your team without overstepping boundaries. Being the boss can sometimes lead to unintention...
Dec 11, 2024
11 min
GUEST: Aaron Boggs This week, I sat down with Aaron Boggs, the dynamic CEO and founder of Infinite CXO. Aaron is not just a visionary leader but someone who believes deeply in fostering collaborative, people-first workplaces. His company connects businesses with fractional C-suite executives, offering game-changing leadership without the long-term commitment. We share a mutual passion for working with great people and avoiding toxic environments—and yes, Aaron's energy is as infectious as it ...
Dec 4, 2024
40 min
Welcome to Inbox Zero! I'm Bianca Lager, former CEO of Social Intelligence, where I led a high-performing team as a 'C-Suite of One' for seven years, ultimately scaling and selling the company in 2023. Now, through my Executive Automations program, workshops, and speaking, I help hands-on leaders like you streamline decisions and cut through the mental clutter holding you back. Over 130,000 professionals have already leveled up their executive skills through my courses, and now, I’m here to...
Nov 13, 2024
45 min
Are you a busy entrepreneur? Or maybe you haven’t quite started your own company but you’re like me - a small business junkie with a relentless business spirit and you LOVE the agility of leading small teams and building companies at early stages. If you know all about wearing a million different hats everyday and feel like you are constantly on the brink of burnout, then my friend, this podcast is for you. Welcome to Inbox Zero. If we haven’t met yet, hi! I’m Bianca Lager, a recovering CEO a...
Nov 6, 2024
37 min
Welcome to Inbox Zero! I'm Bianca Lager, former President and CEO of Social Intelligence, a company where I lovingly lead a highly productive team as a "C-Suite of One" for 7 years. I successfully sold that company in 2023 and now I get to focus on my work as a keynote speaker and online course creator where I have taught over 130,000 learners executive business skills. Through my new program "Executive Automations", I guide small business owners and operators through a step-by-step process t...
Oct 30, 2024
35 min
Welcome to Inbox Zero, the podcast where I, Bianca Lager, help busy entrepreneurs and small business leaders reclaim their time, cut through the noise, and solve the challenges piling up in your inbox. If you're looking to grow your business without the burnout, we’re here to share actionable insights that make space for what really matters—the high-quality life you're seeking. This week I am joined by Carina Harlow - PR and internal comms expert. Question of the week:"I’m a COO of a 7-year...
Oct 22, 2024
29 min
Summary In this conversation, Bianca Lager discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, particularly the feelings of burnout and loss of enthusiasm that many business owners experience. She emphasizes the importance of seeking help through therapy and coaching, and provides practical strategies for prioritizing tasks and creating a roadmap for business success. Bianca shares her personal experiences and offers actionable advice to help entrepreneurs reignite their passion and effectively man...
Oct 15, 2024
18 min
Subscribe to Bianca Lager's newsletter for advice on the business decisions and leadership problems clogging up your mental inbox. This week's advice submission: I've been running a successful online course business for the past two years, but I'm starting to feel burnout from constantly creating new content and managing student interactions. I'm considering bringing on additional instructors or partners, but I'm not sure how to structure this arrangement. Any advice on scaling a know...
Oct 9, 2024
14 min
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