Join Content Strategy Coach and personal development advocate, Joanne Augustin, as she shares the nitty gritty behind being self-employed. Tune in to “No Sugar Added” for raw conversations about what things really look like behind the romanticized version of being your own boss. Every other Tuesday, you’ll hear honest conversations about the challenges that you may come across from choosing a path that doesn’t necessarily have a blueprint to follow. Expect a range of topics from developing a strong sense of self-awareness to forming intentional connections with customers & colleagues, to even learning how to leverage self-care practices to keep it all together!
I just have one question for you: Are you ready to take the plunge? Into self-employment, that is! It is finally here! My manuscript, “Taking the Plunge into Self-Employment: How to Successfully Prepare to Leave Your Nine-to-Five For Full-Time Self-Employment and Beyond,” is officially available for pre-order! You can pre-order here: https://a.co/d/9SiP21TYou can also search for the title directly on Amazon. In Today's Blend, we explore the title's meaning, the inspiration behind the book cover and interior page design, and a special sneak peek excerpt! In this episode, I read the full Introduction. This book is for anyone willing to bet on themselves! From aspiring entrepreneurs, INTRApreneurs, and good troublemakers to future corporate drop-outs. Tune in! And, secure your copy today. Contact The No Sugar Added Podcast Slide into our DMs @nosugaraddedpod Email us at nosugaraddedpod@gmail.com Follow our host @kreyol_writer Let us know what you want to listen to next! Submit a podcast episode idea: https://allthingscontent.typeform.com/to/XfO5N73i?typeform-source=linktr.ee
In Today's Blend, we're getting into the importance of finding your village! The famous phrase “It takes a village!” doesn't only refer to raising children. Adults, and specifically, adult self-employed people, need a village as well. We're also joined by a very special guest. Her name is Latasia Cox, and she's a Brand Storyteller, Strategist, and Owner of Framework Marketing Consulting. You can find her on Instagram at @frameworkmarketingconsulting Contact The No Sugar Added Podcast Slide into our DMs @nosugaraddedpod Email us at nosugaraddedpod@gmail.com Follow our host @kreyol_writer Let us know what you want to listen to next! Submit a podcast episode idea: https://allthingscontent.typeform.com/to/XfO5N73i?typeform-source=linktr.ee
Welcome to season 4 of the No Sugar Added Podcast! A year's break can only bring clarity and better knowledge bombs. Nothing has changed. It's still the same raw conversations about what self-employment really looks like.In Today's Blend, we're talking about my new manuscript and the reason I've been MIA for a year. I wrote a book last year! Tune in to learn about "the book I needed when I decided to take the plunge into the uncharted waters of self-employment."Marketing Workflows For Universities Webinar with Hive here: https://hive-3.wistia.com/medias/15sg4b4axnContact The No Sugar Added Podcast Slide into our DMs @nosugaraddedpod Email us at nosugaraddedpod@gmail.com Follow our host @kreyol_writer Let us know what you want to listen to next! Submit a podcast episode idea: https://allthingscontent.typeform.com/to/XfO5N73i?typeform-source=linktr.ee
In Today's Blend, we're talking about where the hell I've been. I'm joined by fellow podcaster and Creative Director at Go Off and Create (GO&C), Cameia Williams. In this episode, we have a raw conversation about the difference between dropping the ball and simply re-prioritizing, and everything in between. There's so much to catch you all up on! Tune in. Contact The No Sugar Added Podcast Slide into our DMs @nosugaraddedpod Email us at nosugaraddedpod@gmail.com Follow our host @kreyol_writer Let us know what you want to listen to next! Submit a podcast episode idea: https://allthingscontent.typeform.com/to/XfO5N73i?typeform-source=linktr.ee
In Today's Blend, we're talking about how to avoid “shiny object syndrome.” Listen, if you've been self-employed for over a year, no scratch that, even just a couple of months, you've probably experienced shiny object syndrome. We're also joined by a very special guest. Her name is Marsha "Sasha" Ruffin and she's a Systems & Automation Strategist. In my interview with her, you'll hear her thoughts on what "Shiny Object Syndrome" looks like, how it can manifest in your business, and how to stay focused on the Big Picture. You can find her on Instagram at @theworkflowstrategist.
In Today's Blend, we're talking about how to nurture your clients (if you're service-based) or customers (if you're product-based) through email marketing. We're also joined by a very special guest. Her name is Dahlia Akhaine and she's a Certified Digital Marketing Strategist. In my interview with her, you'll hear her thoughts on how to leverage email marketing in your business, the best email marketing tools, and how to track & measure the success of email marketing campaigns. You can find her on Instagram at @add.some.zest. Here is the link to sign up for my Free 3-Day Email Course on "How To Launch Your First Email Nurture Campaign"—https://mailchi.mp/itsallthingscontent/3dayemailcourse
In Today's Blend, we're talking about “Why You Need to Understand Seasonality In Your Business.” This is the biggest lesson I learned this past year. In this episode, I share what seasonality looks like in my service-based business, what I learned from not leveraging seasonality last year, and tools & reporting to use to better understand seasonality in your business. Make sure to sign up for our email list. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, we're talking about why I've been on a hiatus and what I've learned from this period of my life. The long and short of it is…life has been kicking my ass. In this episode, I share my personal story of triumph and overcoming imposter syndrome. Make sure to sign up for our email list. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, the tables have turned! Our host is in the hot seat and being interviewed by the incomparable Cameia Williams—Founder and Creative Director of Go Off and Create—about her self-employment journey. In her interview, she's sharing everything she has learned—strategies, mistakes, setbacks—all of it! Make sure to sign up for our email list. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, we're talking about how you can make sure to thrive in all seasons of your business, so that you don't miss a beat! Whether you're a service-based or a product-based business, you're bound to experience different seasons. Don't worry though, we'll be getting into what all of that means. We're also joined by a very special guest. Her name is Jasmine Utterback and she is a startup business coach among other things. In my interview with her, you'll hear her thoughts on determining seasonality in your business, leveraging seasonality to your advantage, and best practices for thriving year-long. Make sure to sign up for our email list. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, we're talking about perfectionism and what it means to be a perfectionist. I'm sure you've heard the phrase “Done is better than perfect”—well done is better than perfect, because perfect never gets done. Perfectionism may seem like a good trait initially, but it's actually extremely dangerous to both your mental health and sanity. Don't worry though, we're joined by a very special guest. Her name is Ashley Ormon and she is a writer and strategist. In my interview with her, you'll hear her thoughts on the role perfectionism plays in your career, the goal/expectations you set, and your mental health. Make sure to sign up for our email list. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, we're talking about identifying when it's appropriate to pivot in your business. In this episode, our podcast host shares her personal story about a major pivot she made in her business/career—she went from being a solopreneur (aka one-person business) only offering her specific expertise to a full-scale, end-to-end digital marketing agency with 3 contractors. So how did she get here? And what sparked this decision and massive pivot? Tune in to find out! Make sure to sign up for our email list. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, we're talking about knowing when to increase your rates. One of the biggest hurdles you'll face as someone just starting out in their self-employed journey is figuring out what you need to charge for your products or services. And you know what the next hurdle is? Figuring out when to raise those rates—and yes, it's inevitable. Don't worry though, we're joined by a very special guest. Her name is Sandy Saintilus and she is an Interior Designer, Photographer, and Owner of SANDY. STUDIOS LLC. In my interview with her, you'll hear her advice on knowing when to increase your rates using workload, market research, and the cost of doing business as leverage. Make sure to sign up for our email list to get an episode recap whenever a new episode drops. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, we're talking about buying a house while self-employed. There's a unique set of requirements when it comes to buying a house while self-employed, but don't worry though, we're joined by a very special guest. Her name is Tabitha Hippolyte and she is an Atlanta-based Realtor. In my interview with her, you'll hear her advice on the pre-approval process, working with a Realtor, and best practices for the home-buying process as a self-employed individual. Make sure to sign up for our email list to get an episode recap whenever a new episode drops. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, we're talking about preparing for tax season, where we'll be filing taxes for the incredibly unprecedented year known as 2020. From pandemic relief programs to drawing unemployment benefits, tackling taxes this season may be triggering a lot more stress than normally. But don't worry, I've got you covered! We're also joined by a very special guest. Her name is Valerie Mondesir, a Virtual CFO for E-commerce and Project-Based Service Providers at InsightFull Financials. In my interview with her, you'll hear her advice on tax basics like filling out the correct form(s) as a self-employed individual, tax breaks/deductibles, and the best income tracking tools. Make sure to sign up for our email list to get an episode recap whenever a new episode drops. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, we're talking about how to vibrate higher daily. Self-employment is all about mastering your mindset. We're learning best practices to vibrating higher daily and digging into how to find that balance and stability we so crave. We're also joined by special guest, Ariane Camille, Founder of Emotional Exchange. In my interview with her, you'll hear her secrets for vibrating higher daily. Ariane shares her thoughts on incorporating high-vibrational activity into your daily routine, working through low-vibrational moments, and tools for vibrating higher daily. Make sure to sign up for our email list to get an episode recap whenever a new episode drops. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, we're talking about the importance of a discovery call and how to master it. We're joined by special guest, Cameia Williams, Brand Stylist and the Founder and Creative Director at Go Off & Create (GO&C), a brand design boutique. In my interview with her, you'll hear her best practices for mastering the discovery call. Cameia shares her thoughts on intake forms/scheduling process, pre-call prep, and discovery call structure. Make sure to sign up for our email list to get an episode recap whenever a new episode drops. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, we're talking about how to overcome the fear of self-promotion. We're joined by a returning podcast guest, Courtenay Graham, she's a fellow Multi-Passionate Entrepreneur, who's the Founder of CoCo Made With Love handmade jewelry shop, a fashion & lifestyle blogger, and Photographer. In my interview with her, you'll hear her best practices for overcoming the fear of self-promotion. Courtenay shares her thoughts on pushing past fear and her best practices for dealing with imposter syndrome. Make sure to sign up for our email list to get an episode recap whenever a new episode drops. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, we're talking about zeroing in on how to put intentionality to work. Meaning taking action. This is part 2 of a 2-part episode. In this episode, we'll continue to explore what it means to be intentional in your business decisions. We'll cover how to establish a checklist that you can use when deciding to take on a new project, employee, or client. We also define "clarity of purpose" and the role it plays in leading with intention. Make sure to sign up for our email list to get an episode recap whenever a new episode drops. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
Season 2 is here! In Today's Blend, we're talking about leading with intention—meaning being intentional in areas of your business and personal life. This is a 2-part episode. In this episode, we'll be focused on identifying what an "intention" is and we'll also discuss a framework to gain clarity around your intentions. Make sure to sign up for our email list to get an episode recap whenever a new episode drops. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod
In Today's Blend, we're digging into how to embrace the process and the mess that comes with pursuing a life of self-employment. We're joined by a very special guest, Quamaine Giles, Visual Artist, Owner of Arts By Quamaine, and Tattoo Apprentice to Miya Bailey of the City of Ink Social Club. In my interview with him, you'll hear his best practices for embracing the journey of entrepreneurship and all of the mess that comes along with it. Quamaine shares his thoughts on how to stay the course, remaining vigilant in pursuing your dream, and how to enjoy the process. Make sure to subscribe to our email list to get your free cheat-sheet that recaps the major points and best practices of every episode. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod.
In Today's Blend, we're digging into the importance of fostering customer loyalty. We're joined by a very special guest, Tenesha McCulloch, the Owner of Angel's Essence—an all-natural skincare business. In my interview with her, you'll hear her best practices for connecting with your customers on an emotional level, making products that are relevant to your customers, and thanking customers for their loyalty. Make sure to subscribe to our email list to get your free cheat-sheet that recaps the major points and best practices of every episode. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod.
In Today's Blend, we're digging into how to resist time-sucks and reclaim your time. In our short and straight to the point episode, we discuss how when you are mindful with your time, you can accomplish more of what's important to you. Tune in to learn 5 things you need to start doing right now to avoid time-sucks, so that you can be intentional about the 24 hours given to you. Make sure to subscribe to our email list to get your free cheat-sheet that recaps the major points and best practices of every episode. Click "Get Exclusives" in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod.
In Today's Blend, we're talking about how sometimes on this self-employed journey, you may find yourself in some tough situations, where ultimately you need to find some supplemental income in order to sustain your business and frankly your lifestyle. We're joined by a very special guest, Portia Hairston, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Owner of Sunnydaze Holistic Counseling. In my interview with her, you'll hear her best practices for dealing with the inevitable slow periods in your business, having a passive income strategy, and having multiple streams of income in your business model.Make sure to subscribe to our email list to get your free cheat-sheet that recaps the major points and best practices of every episode.
In Today's Blend, we're digging into why the traditional "cut-throat culture" in the workplace—and the job industry as a whole—is cancelled and why entrepreneurs are gaining some serious traction by making collaboration a key growth tactic in their business models.We're joined by a very special guest, Courtenay Graham, Owner of CoCo Made With Love handmade jewelry shop, fashion & lifestyle blogger, and Photographer. In my interview with her, you'll hear her best practices for leveraging collaboration as a source of inspiration, a growth hack in your business, and an opportunity for learning.Make sure to subscribe to our email list to get your free cheat-sheet that recaps the major points and best practices of every episode.
In Today's Blend, we're digging into the importance of follow-through. In our short and straight to the point episode, we discuss how a single action of following-up is not enough to keep your customers/clients, follow-through is what's essential to keeping your customers loyal. Tune in to learn how follow-through can impact 3 key areas: Customer Experience, Professional Reputation, and Business Growth. Make sure to subscribe to our email list to get your free cheat-sheet that recaps the major points and best practices of every episode.
In Today's Blend, we're talking about connecting with your audience through authenticity. We're also joined by a very special guest! Her name is Danabelle Denis, she's a multi-passionate entrepreneur. She is both the Founder of AurumEve – a fine handmade jewelry magazine and a Database Management Consultant. In my interview with Danabelle, she shares best practices for understanding your brand identity, knowing your audience, and storytelling. Make sure to subscribe to our email list to get your free cheatsheet that recaps the major points and best practices of every episode. You can sign up at the link in our Instagram bio—just click "Get Exclusives."
In Today's Blend, we're talking about separating self-worth from your work. We're joined by a very special guest, Michelle Goodloe, an Atlanta-based psychotherapist and self-published Author of the guided self-care journal, “Self Explore, Self Restore.” In my interview with Michelle, she shares best practices on how to practice gratitude, accept rejection, and not take feedback personally. Make sure to subscribe to our email list to get your free cheatsheet that recaps the major points and best practices of every episode.
In Today's Blend, we're talking about a pretty unpopular opinion—Why Discipline Sometimes Trumps Motivation. In our short and straight to the point episode, we discuss how “motivation” can only get you so far. Motivation comes and goes, while discipline sticks. You will never always be motivated, which is why you absolutely have to learn to be disciplined. Tune in to learn about the difference between the two and some best practices on how to live a more disciplined lifestyle. Make sure to subscribe to our email list to get your free cheatsheet that recaps the major points and best practices of every episode.
In Today's Blend, we're talking about balancing your health, mind, and business. We're joined by a very special guest, Shantel Escobar, who's a full-time Natural-Light Lifestyle Photographer based in Atlanta, GA. We dive head first into a crucial topic that many people strive towards—work/life balance. In my interview with Shantel, she shares her best practices for maintaining a balanced life as a self-employed individual.
In Today's Blend, we're talking about managing your personal finances while self-employed. We're joined by special guest—Margaret Remi—public health scientist and personal wealth coach. Tune in to learn how to stay on top of your finances in 3 primary ways: Savings/Emergency Fund, Separate Bank Accounts, and Budgets.
In Today's Blend, we're diving into personal accountability and how it's vital to your success in general. If you want to keep yourself in line, you have to know yourself. Self-Awareness plays a major role in personal accountability. Once you understand what you are capable of (good or bad), you will have the tools to keep yourself in check. Tune in for best practices on how to remain on top of your priorities.
In Today's Blend, we cover some best practices for protecting your work (as in your Intellectual Property) and your time as a self-employed individual. We're joined by Victoria Bonhomme—a full-time, self-employed Photographer, Brand Strategist, and Art Director. Protecting your work and time as a self-employed individual affects 3 key areas: Contracts, Standard Implementation Processes, & Welcome/Onboarding Communication Methods. Victoria helps us dig into those 3 areas and discuss best practices to thrive in each.
“Booked & Busy” is great in theory. It's great to have all of these standing appointments or be working on projects simultaneously, however the idea of “Booked & Busy” becomes a problem when what is taking up your time isn't necessarily aligned with your greater vision/goal or isn't propelling you forward in a positive way. Busyness is an easy thing to fall into and leverage as a crutch.Our guest, Ana Benzan—a Latina Blogger & Digital Entrepreneur—helps us dig into how the concept of being "Booked & Busy" isn't effective long-term. “Busy” lacks strategy and vision; however “Effective” embodies it. We dig into 3 key areas affected—Mental Health, Time Management, and Business Management—and discuss best practices to thrive in each. You can get a cheatsheet of all of the gems dropped in this episode by clicking the link in our Instagram bio @nosugaraddedpod and selecting "Get Exclusives" to sign up for our email list or visit: https://mailchi.mp/ef8c460a4fb6/no-sugar-added-podcast-sign-upYou can purchase my ebook here: https://joanneaugustin.com/product/brand-launch-kit/
As a self-employed individual, you can expect a large dosage of uncertainty, instability, & constant change. It takes a strong sense of self to tackle a lot of these hurdles. In Today's Blend, we'll dive into the difference between the two mindsets and how these mindsets can have an affect on you, not just as a business owner, but also as an individual managing all other categories of your life. For my e-learners out there, I have a Skillshare class on Content Strategy—just search "How to Create a Content Strategy Plan for Your brand." You can get 2 months free using my special link when signing up for my class here: https://www.skillshare.com/classes/How-to-Create-a-Content-Strategy-Plan-for-Your-Brand/1179466637/projects?teacherRef=2563858&via=teacher-referral&utm_campaign=teacher-referral&utm_source=ShortUrl&utm_medium=teacher-referral
Join Content Strategy Coach and personal development advocate, Joanne Augustin, as she shares the nitty gritty behind being self-employed. Tune in to “No Sugar Added” for raw conversations about what things really look like behind the romanticized version of being your own boss. Every other Tuesday, you'll hear honest conversations about the challenges that you may come across from choosing a path that doesn't necessarily have a blueprint to follow. Expect a range of topics from developing a strong sense of self-awareness to forming intentional connections with customers & colleagues, to even learning how to leverage self-care practices to keep it all together!
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