004 - On Listening

Making It In Asheville

Asheville Daily | Episode 4: The Power of Listening & Practical Email Tips for Overwhelmed Business Owners

In this episode of the Asheville Daily, host Tony Ubertaccio reflects on the importance of listening during times of recovery and shares a beautiful quote from the West Asheville Yoga community that speaks to the tension between moving forward and taking the necessary time to heal.

Key topics covered:

• Business Listening Session: Tomorrow’s collaborative event with Venture Asheville, Asheville Chamber of Commerce, and Hatch Co-Working to hear the needs of local business owners.
• The Gift of Listening: Tony discusses how asking clarifying questions can improve how we show up for one another.
• Inbox Overload Solutions: For business owners feeling overwhelmed by post-Hurricane Helene inboxes, Tony shares two practical methods—filing “inbox bankruptcy” or filtering out marketing emails.
• Upcoming Content: Next week’s episode will dive into the community's business needs and highlight Mission Health’s response during the hurricane.

For full show notes and more resources, visit: makingitinasheville.com/daily.

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Request:

• Mission Health Response: Share your stories and insights by emailing [e-mail] and using the subject "Mission"
• General Content: Share your stories and insights by emailing [e-mail] and using the subject "Daily"

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About the Asheville Daily Podcast

The Asheville Daily podcast shares daily updates and reflections on the local business community. Hosted by Tony Ubertaccio, this podcast is your go-to for stories and news that matter to Asheville.

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