In this episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor sits down with energy coach Richard Ellis to explore how small, consistent changes can dramatically improve your health and your business.

From the importance of getting outside in the morning to the impact of nose breathing, Rich shares simple yet powerful strategies for improving energy, focus, and overall wellbeing. He shares his journey from corporate life to coaching, revealing how 1% improvements in sleep, diet, and movement lead to big results.

Rich also unpacks the ripple effects of wellbeing programs in the workplace, from improved productivity to better culture and engagement.

It’s a conversation full of practical advice and fresh perspective on leading well by living well.

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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner

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GUEST’S DETAIL:

► Fit 4 Life Website

► Richard Ellis - LinkedIn

Episode 228 Chapters:  

00:33 – Introduction and Guest Background

02:01 – Richard Ellis’ Career Journey and Philosophy

03:08 – The Importance of Health and Energy in Business

04:45 – Sleep: The Foundation of Health

19:21 – Balanced Diet and Gut Health

23:46 – Movement and Mobility

30:52 – The Role of Coaching and Accountability

33:51 – Benefits of Corporate Wellbeing Programmes

37:56 – Top Tips for Listeners

Welcome to another episode of Better Business, Better Life. Join Host, Debra Chantry-Taylor as she sits down with guest, Lena Ridley to talk about her journey from a 26-year career in financial services to becoming a passionate EOS Implementer.

Lena shares how embracing the EOS framework helped her shift from the day-to-day grind and how tools like the Accountability Chart, Core Values, and data tracking helped align her team, clarify roles, and drive real growth.

She also opens up about the shift from integrator to visionary and why embracing the EOS Life - where business success and personal fulfilment go hand in hand - was the key to her happiness and growth.

If you’re ready to restructure, refocus, and reconnect with why you started your business, this episode offers practical tools and fresh perspective.

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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner

►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.co.nz

►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/      

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GUEST’S DETAIL:

► Lena Ridley - EOS Worldwide

► Book a 15mins call with Lena

► Lena Ridley - LinkedIn

Episode 227 Chapters:  

00:35 - Introduction

01:49 - EOS Implementation and Personal Journey

03:44 - Transition from Integrator to Visionary

07:56 - Introduction to EOS and Its Impact

09:34 - Personal Aha Moment and Business Growth

15:51 - Becoming an EOS Implementer

18:33 - Core Values and People Analyzer

24:05 - Impact of EOS on Clients

30:28 - Top Tips and Tools for EOS Implementation

36:38 - Final Thoughts and Contact Information

In another episode of Better Business, Better Life, Debra Chantry-Taylor chats with Jan Lehman, CEO of CTC Productivity and author of Work Smart, Do More - about how to create happier, more effective workplaces combining EOS tools with Microsoft 365 and AI.

Jan shares how leaders can stop making assumptions, start leveraging tech like Microsoft CoPilot, and invest in their teams to work smarter - not just harder. From simplifying software use to creating happier, more productive workplaces, this episode is packed with insights that will help you reduce stress and get more done.

If your team is busy but not productive, this episode will help you work smarter - not just harder.

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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner

►Connect with Debra: debra@businessaction.co.nz

►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/      

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GUEST’S DETAIL:

► CTC Productivity

► Grab your Copy of Work Smart Do More

► Jan Lehman - LinkedIn

Episode 226 - Jan Lehman: Boosting Productivity with EOS + Microsoft 365

Chapters:  

00:29 - Guest Overview

01:37 - Jan's Career Journey

02:51 - Productivity and Happiness

06:30 - Challenges and Opportunities in Productivity

10:13 - Adopting Microsoft 365 and AI Tools

16:17 - EOS Integration and Personal Impact

32:15 - Top Tips for Improving Productivity

36:35 - AI and CoPilot in Microsoft

40:05 - Final Thoughts and Resources