Products X People

Listen, I know how emotional it can be to buy for your boutique or to create a product YOU love, but it doesn't land with your customers. Rather than pushing a boulder up the hill, its important to take the emotional response out when looking at numbers- it doesn't make sense to take up floor or digital space if its not bringing in that $$$$. The Best Seller Secrets Challenge is awesome for both brands AND boutiques, because it shows you why and how leaning into the things that are already proven -with dollars- are the way to creating more sales and more success. Having taken The Product Boss' Multi-Stream Machine course myself, I can say with certainty that their material is inspirational and actionable- we need both, right? The FREEEE 5 day challenge kicks off on February 14th...think of it as a Valentine's Day gift to yourself and your business! Hope to see you inside the group! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

This past week I returned from a road trip to Austin Texas to make a special delivery to my brother and SIL- a dog! Since I do a lot of wholesale business to Texas, I knew that I wanted to create a product inspired by Texas for all of my customers there ( shout out to you!) but I just didn't have the time or mental space to make it happen. Until I spent 40 hours in a car... Its amazing what a road trip can do for ideas and mental space! In this episode I walk through the exact process of coming up with an idea, fleshing it out, mocking it up and finally releasing it. If you're a product maker who wants to emotionally and energetically connect with your DREAM customers and learn to create products with them in mind, you're in luck! My high touch group program kicks off October 1st and is a 6 week program that digs into  meditation to connect with your dream customer, how to take that information and turn it into a product/ label/ package that they say "OH HELL YEAH!" to over and over, and just how to establish your product as a BRAND vs being just a maker. For more info, send me a DM on Instagram @uplevelrebel or @dejavufoundry! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

When you're growing your brand, whether that is as a boutique, a product, a subscription box...its easy to feel discouraged by larger, more established players who seem to have it all dialed in. Well, this episode is proof that a lot happens BTS that is not documented, and as someone who values transparency and aligned action, I wanted to give the WHY behind our own shift and allow you to see that pivoting is part of the process. Being that Mercury Retrograde is upon us, this is a great time to slow down and think about what we want. Can we allow it to happen? To evolve on its own? To leap when we feel its time? I say, YES. Go with the flow and pivot with ease! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Ready to start your week with some major inspiration? Inspiration that can lead to MORE PROFIT? Ummm....yes please! What if you had the ability to sell a product that cost you dollars, yet allowed you a 3, 5, 7X mark up (or more)? I'm pretty sure you'd say "MARY STOP IT RIGHT HECKIN NOW AND SHOW ME IT" Well, I'd love to do just that but there's one thing... YOU haven't made it yet. That's right. YOU have the unique power to develop, create and sell a product that your customers will love. In this episode, I talk about how creating your own line of physical products is the perfect way for boutique owners, salons, subscription boxes, and even coaches to add more profit and better margins to their assortment. Its a great way to add increased perceived value items, connect with your customers and sell through storytelling. Let's dig in! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

If you're a fellow product maker or brand who has been doing the retail thing well for a while and are thinking about wholesale- this episode is for you! As a former award-winning boutique owner, I am sharing my unique perspective as both a wholesale product brand AND retailer plus the #1 thing I see most brands and makers overlooking when starting their wholesale journey. Hint- its proobably *not* what you think. And, for those of you who already have a viable product with profitable wholesale margins who are looking to uplevel their appeal to retailers before the holiday rush, I am opening a few highly limited spots for a 1:1 coaching experience. To apply, please fill out the form HERE. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

In all of my 20 years of business, I went through everything under the sun to help grow it. Even when I followed something someone else was doing, I never seemed to get the same results. Why?! Isn't that the way to do it? To follow the footsteps of someone who is successful in our field? Well, yes and no. We all have our own path and its up to us to determine what works, when, why and how. One of the things that has worked really well for me is meditation, mindset and journaling with the moon cycles. Its something I look forward to, can easily do when/ how/ where I want and gives me the clarity I need to move forward quickly, easily and without second guessing. It has allowed me to trust my gut and intuition while allowing it to feel easy and doable. So, I invite you to give it a try, too! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Wow, its a year since the ‘Rona came around and completely turned the world upside down. Isn't it crazy how quickly yet painfully slow the past year has gone? For my businesses, 2020 was supposed to be the year we really rolled out working on doing farm events, building up our farm as far as flower beds for flower sales were concerned, and working on in person events. Welp… needless to say that was not happening. 2020 was the year of forced pivots, creative ideas, massive trial and error. But, one of the things that got me through all of it in the beginning was my membership. Having recurring revenue I KNEW I could depend on each month was so helpful in calming my nerves & helping me make ends meet until I got my stride back. We'll touch on ways that boutique owners, makers and brick and mortars can start to think about adding membership or subscription models services to their existing business- almost as an insurance policy. Let 2021 be the year you safely diversify your income streams! WANT TIPS ON MEMBERSHIPS? Head over here! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

If you are a brick and mortar boutique owner, pull up a chair because I have some juicy, actionable tips for you to think about and try out in your space. With a degree in Merchandising Management, nearly 10 years as a home/ lifestyle/ design retailer and nearly a decade in creative consulting...you can definitely say that all things visual is MY JAM. I am here to give you some of my favorite tips and tricks from how to make amazing displays from IKEA furniture to spotlighting a product that you really want to highlight and sell. As always, I love hearing how any of this information has helped you, so if you implement it- let me know! If you enjoy this episode and are ready to go a little deeper, come check out my retail audits available over on my Buy Me a Coffee page! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Are you a brand or a product maker and have always wondered how boutiques go about choosing new merchandise or products to bring into their store? Or maybe you've wanted to get your wholesale product into brick and mortar but have no idea how to go about doing it? Well, in my 9 years of experience in retail, I've seen it all and am giving you the behind the scenes look on how products and brands are often chosen! We also take a step-by-step look into some of the best methods to get in touch with busy boutique owners, managers and buyers who make the important decisions about product assortment. HINT: its all about genuine relationship building! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

2020 has been a sh*t show for most of us, hasn't it? Before the pandemic hit and changed everything for us, I was constantly wrapped up in MAKING the details happen. Worrying over how it would play out, when it would play out, and what exactly -step by step- it would look and feel like. I had no idea I was actively doing this and how stressful it was- it totally bummed out the creative process. But, after coming the realization that my plans for 2020 were now dust, I found myself missing elements of my old life- even RETAIL. I'll never forget telling my husband "Ummmm....so I've been kinda thinking lately that I miss doing retail" and the look of complete shock on his face. This year has been filled with massive, MASSIVE pivots and embracing things that I said I would never do. The weird thing? Those things I said I would never do have brought me so much joy and ease. When I stopped planning and started living, when I stopped saying why something wouldn't work and started thinking of why it would, when I stopped thinking "How will people like this?" and started just creating things that made my heart happy...... things launched in a completely different way. If you've been struggling with micromanaging the details and stressing over the how/ when.... I hope this episode sparks a little something in you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Wow, ok that grabbed your attention, didn't it? By now, you may know that this time last year I closed my boutique, had no income coming in, and 6 months later had a fully operational membership site that still has all of the original members in it! Its like Christmas every day! Going from the up and down sales cycle of retail to having a membership that literally DOES make money while I sleep has been one of the most freeing experiences that has allowed me to live a really, really, REALLY good life. A good life for me means lots of time. Time to work on my farm, hang out with my animals, volunteer, support other small business owners through this podcast. If you're thinking "No way, a membership won't work for me" I thought that, too! I attempted to create a box membership and couldn't get the numbers to work because I went about it all wrong and didn't look for help. I assumed. I guessed. I had no plan. Of course it didn't work! In these really uncertain times, I wanted to give a little ray of possibility and hope. If you've considered pivoting your business or opening a new one from scratch, you don't want to miss this episode and you DEFINITELY want to sign up for the free 3 day workshop put on by Stu McLaren of TRIBE. Workshop starts 4/23 and will not open again until 2021. Grab your seat HERE!! I'll see you inside the workshop- I am doing it again, too! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

What a wild, weird and uncertain time we are living in. I am so thankful I closed my boutique last year and am no longer a retailer with the weight of a physical location. I can't imagine the stress of having all that overhead looming over you at this time. Because I have been there (granted, without global pandemic), I wanted to offer some ideas and ways to pivot an offline business to an online. If you're someone with a physical location and have felt suddenly thrust into the arena of online, I go through some out of the box ways to offer products, service and collect payment. We don't know how long this will last and I am a firm believer in looking for the silver lining and opportunities in situations that feel...heavy. How fortunate that we live in an era that we can connect, inspire, educate, entertain AND collect payment online! Seriously! Its amazing! I also talk about how joining Stu McLaren's Tribe course was a huge catalyst in my online business journey and what I learned in that course has allowed me to look at life and business completely differently. It allowed me to create my own online membership, UNLEASHEDlife And very, very recently, my Patreon membership for my farm. I know you are super smart, funny, inspiring and have something to offer that someone else out there needs right now- even if that is just to be entertained! We all could use a distraction or three to keep spirits high. If you want to hash out some ideas in a free mini brainstorm session- email me! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

If you've ever seen people hanging from the ceiling from fabric, seemingly defying gravity or marveled at the skillful grace of a trapeze artist or seen someone making gorgeous, bendy shapes inside a hanging metal hoop...well, that my friend is aerial. Chances are you have heard of it by now as aerial arts have been gaining a lot of momentum in popularity. With more people being exposed to this art, the more questions they may have. We dig into how someone like Tera, a serious grad student with no desire to join a traditional gym found herself ditching that life path for one a little less traditional. I'm all about the path less traveled! My love affair with silks began almost 5 years ago when I stepped into Monkey for the first time. It just felt like home. Little did I know at that point that my great great grandpa had actually ran away to join Ringling Brothers and played the drums in the band. No wonder why it felt so right! If you have ever been captivated by the thought of "running away to the circus" but think you're not strong enough, too old, too XYZ, not XYZ enough... this episode is a MUST listen. Aerial arts can be such an empowering way to conquer fears, silence the inner critic, and enjoy the process of learning as an adult, and yes even those who think they can't do it (oh, we talk a lot about mindset, too!). Tera gives a lot of valuable information on how to find an instructor and studio who has your safety as a priority, because let's face it, aerial is cool as heck but it can be dangerous without proper education and equipment. If you're looking for more information on Tera and classes offer at Monkey Aerial Arts, click here! You can also see what she is up to on the ole Instagram. And of course, if you loved this episode- let us know! PSSST- come hang out in Soulful Boss Babes group! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Woohoo! To mark the 1 year anniversary of The Foundry podcast, I am interviewing Michelle Elise of 27 Houses; an interior design studio and retail boutique in the cute downtown of Grayslake, IL. Its the perfect interview for this occasion because Michelle gets down to how she left her full time job, opened her own business from her home, and later opened a studio/ store-front even though she was technically not looking for that at the time- NOT looking before leaping and taking messy, imperfect action always beats taking no action at all. She explains how her approach to business and life is very much "all in" and how there is no room for failure for her. If you have been considering starting a business or are in the beginning stages of one, she gives some excellent tips on how to get your first clients and how important it is to get face to face and network (hint: people like to recommend people they know!). Finally, she explains how design can transform peoples' lives and how her approach to working with clients is never one-size-fits-all, it is a collaborative effort that requires both parties to be open and honest to get the very best results, something that we all can take away even if we are not designers or the client of one! You can find Michelle at: Instagram: @27houses Facebook: @27houses The interwebs: 27houses.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

In an extroverted world, can an introvert not only compete, but excel in business? Or are they doomed to be "shy, socially awkward and people repellent" forever? In today's episode I examine the common myths associated with being an introvert and uncover the secret super powers that lurk just beneath that still surface. As an introvert myself (an INFJ on Myers-Briggs) and almost 20 years of entrepreneurship under my belt, I can safely say that YES, not only can you make it as an introvert business owner, but you can thrive if you push yourself to not let introversion be an excuse. Yes, even in an extrovert loving world. Also, how many fellow introverts are missing out on opportunities to grow themselves and their business because they are better at taking in information via reading vs speaking 1:1? Is that you? Do you better understand the people and things around you by either writing or listening what you want to say or understand? If you're nodding your head....Let me know I'm not alone! Maybe you'll be featured on the next episode (don't worry...you won't be interviewed I promise!" And of course, come hang out in the very introvert-friendly space that is Soulful Boss Babes! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Ya'll into a little woo woo or what? If you're feeling stuck in your business and have tried all the course, listen to all the podcasts and have put in the hard work of following the funnels but you're still stuck... Oh baby, today is for you. Earlier this year I took Emily Aaron's Business Made Simple course and it legitimately changed my life. That is no joke- it gave me the tools to access my intuition and use it with left-brain strategy to speed pass my growth and reach the people who wanted and needed to hear from me. I 100% would not be here right now if I did not take a huge leap of faith and enroll. The course had such an impact on me that I will be the community manager inside the self-paced version of BMS private FB group- I'm there to help answer questions, cheer you on and help you get unstuck. The course is now open for just a few more days, so I HIGHLY recommend you check it out and enroll. As I mention in the episode, if you have questions or you are not sure if this is a good fit- reach out! DM me on IG: @unleashedlife_ DM me on FB: @myunleashedlife Sign up here: Business Made Simple --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Its hard to escape the onslaught of Black Friday sales slapping you across the face, and if you're a business owner, Etsy shop, boutique owner you may be thinking "Well EVERYONE is offering a sale or discount, I should probably do that, too" But, should you? Is that strategy in alignment for you? In today's episode we discuss how leaning too heavily on sales can actually hurt your brand and what you can offer instead of a discount or mark down. HINT: think MORE not LESS! Wishing you a successful and fun holiday season! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Have you ever seen a brand- personal or business- who just has a look and feel that is so tight? You know exactly what they do, they make you feel a certain way and you wish you could take a little of that magic and apply it to your own Etsy shop, online store, or boutique? Now, I am no expert but I am pretty good at dialing this in. People constantly asked if my boutique was a franchise because it was so "professional: looking , as they said. What it comes down to is keeping your message, fonts, colors and photos consistent. I give you actionable tips and tricks to get started on this right away, its easier than you think. And if you get started, I'd love to know! Come hang out on IG or on Soulful Boss Babes on FB and let us all know! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

The snow came early this year, unseasonably so- we had only 4 months of "warm" and a lot of us are feeling bummed the F out over enduring another 6 months of dark, cold and wet. But, we don't have to. What if instead of bonding over bitching, we bonded over beauty? What if we found things to be excited about this winter? Iceland taught me so much, one of the things I learned is to lean into what sucks- those thermal pools would not have felt nearly as good if we didn't have to shower with strangers and wander out into the cold outdoors before getting into the pools. We can learn to have that approach with more things in life that feel UGHHHH. Are you with me? Speaking of- are you joining me inside SOULFUL BOSS BABES for World Kindness Day November 13th? Yeah man! We've got a challenge going and the winner will receive a free month of UNLEASHEDlife membership! Come on in, lady! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

This episode came from Soulful Boss Babe group member Rebekah. She asked: "How did you come up with the idea to build your business around?" This question is so awesome because there are so many layers to how this business came to be. There were MANY false starts before it. Many "failed" businesses. What I had to learn was how to unlearn...unlearn perfection, unlearn that failure is bad and is an endpoint. Failure is the catalyst! In this episode I walk through ALL of my past businesses and touch on what worked and what didn't. I also touch on how much pivoting I have done up until VERY recently (hello You Little Badass episode...). You can totally take a leap of faith, feel the fear and do the damn thing anyway. Soulful Boss Babes are here to cheer you on along the way!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

MORE. I want MORE...but what? How? I have no idea. Yes, that is something that I hear so often from the women around me. They feel this something inside and are not sure what it is, but they are constantly asking "This is it? This can't be all I am here to do, right?" First off, you're not alone, sista. When this came up for me a couple years ago, I thought I was going crazy. Seriously. That's why I am so dead set on creating a community that celebrates the hunt and desire to learn and grow, while supporting you and having fun along the way. Oh, did I mention we are all obsessed with dogs?! Yup. If this sounds like fun, definitely head over to Soulful Boss Babes group, answer the 3 questions for access and tune in TUESDAY OCT 1st at 12pm CST for a very special something-something!     --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Fellow dog lovers, this episode is for you!   You know how amazing dogs are and how beautifully they see life, well I took my top 4 lessons that I learned from adopting Finley 7 years ago.   They are so simple but so easy to implement a little bit more every single day. Why? Because dogs know how to live life! They're in the moment, quick to forgive, supportive and kind. And if this is totally up your alley, you are going to love my soon to be released monthly online membership for career-focus, purposed driven dog lovin' ladies called UNLEASHEDlife. We take a look at how dogs view life and apply it to our own while having TONS of fun, supporting the heck out of one another, and becoming the most badass versions of ourselves along the way. PLUS I'll be spilling the beans a little sooner inside my free FB group Soulful Boss Babes, so if you want early access, definitely come join us inside! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Hey gurl.   If you're tired of feeling like good things are constantly happening to everyone BUT you, this episode is for you!   For years I was wrapped up in what I call Toxic Sadness... and endless cycle of constant complaining, constant disappointment, constant annoyance.   Then, one day I got sick of it all.   Sick of feeling like life was happening TO me and that I had zero control over it all.   Sick of feeling like good things were happening to everyone but me.   Here, we dive into the cycle of constantly comparing ourselves, feeling badly, picking apart other people in order to feel better, then feeling bad all over again.   But, more importantly, ways to help BREAK the cycle and start thinking, feeling and doing things that LIGHT US THE F UP instead.   If that's your jam come check out UNLEASHEDlife! An online monthly membership geared towards dog moms who want to live more in the moment, more loving, forgiving and FUN just like their fur kids.   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

WHOA...   Have you ever felt the need to make a massive change or pivot in life or in your business? Yeah, me too. I thought I had pivoted enough this year but the desire to change the name and focus of my business just kept coming up. And the timing couldn't be "worse", but when the universe says leap, sometimes you get a boot in the ass. Let's chat about being "ready", being "badass", and how being in a flow state can really bring on a massive break through. OH! And, you definitely need these cards from Emily Aaron's- Angels in Your Biz Oracle Deck. Come hang out at my new IG account: You Little Badass Better yet, join Soulful Boss Babes group! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Are you living your life in alignment or....?   Sometimes a better place to start is knowing what it can look and feel like if you're NOT in alignment, if you're NOT living authentically and life just feels heavy.   I share some insight on what living out of alignment for years felt like for me in hopes that in may spark a lil something-something in you, too.     --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Unless you've been hanging out in your hobbit hole, you've probably heard about CBD, the "magical" hemp oil that everyone is talking about.   It seems like for any ailment, CBD is a cure- but, is that really true?   If you've never tried it, but are curious if its right for you, here is my first-hand account with it.   I first experimented with CBD on my dog, Finley, before myself because you know, dogs can't lie. Everyone knows this is #Science.   The results were, well, let's just say this is an episode you will want to listen to.   My favorite CBD is from SOUL; I tried the 1500mg orange flavor and I mixed their bacon flavor with Blooming Culture CBD for Finley.   I heard about Blooming Culture from Live Like Roo Foundation, who gives financial and emotional support to families who are facing a cancer diagnosis with their pet. They are truly lovely people and I encourage you to donate or support them if you can.   So, are you into CBD? Have you tried it?   Let me know your thoughts! Slide on into the DMs over on IG: @Dejavufoundry @FoundryFarm1978 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Its a literal rainy season here at Foundry Farm, has been since the start of April.   All of our projects have been rained out, we haven't planted a thing, the grass is waist high, full of ticks and we're on the brink of shaving our heads and becoming Bug People.   But, we're looking for that silver lining and knowing that we're here for a reason. We know its our job to find the WHY behind it when things feel like crap.   So, if you feel like life is a bit of a dumpster fire right now, I invite you to give a listen to today's podcast!   I also invite you to take this survey that one person on the internet said I was an "ONLINE PREDATOR" for!!   #MadeIt --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

The Foundry podcast is back! I recently closed my boutique of nearly a decade- while it was somewhat bittersweet, it was a very necessary change. If you're feeling like life is whizzing by and you're constantly missing out on actually LIVING, this is the episode for you. I talk about how waking up early and taking it slow are my favorite ways to ease into my day- PLUS the best time to drink coffee according to "science" (hint- its not upon waking!)   Do you want to live a little slower? Define "living" on your own terms?   Come hang out on IG! @DejaVuFoundry @FoundryFarm1978 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Its been a while, guys!   The reason why I haven't uploaded any new episodes is because my car was broken into and everything important I own was stolen. Major bummer.   BUT... it also taught me about how important my intuition is- even when it told me to take my stuff (which I normally would), there was an underlying push to leave it.   Having my stuff stolen was actually a major blessing in disguise that saved me from experiencing something much worse.   Intuition is not a special gift that some people are born with and other people are not- its simply a tool that everyone has access to. Its as simple as of using and trusting it regularly.   HEY! Boss babe! If you're a creative, soulfully aligned badass and you'd like to hang out with other similar women... what are you waiting for? Come join Soulful Boss Babes!!   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

What's up, friend!   If you're in business, chances are that you have been tempted to offer discounts or sales, especially when things are slower than you'd like.   In this episode we talk about why that is not the best strategy and how it could be detrimental to your brand in the long run.   Law of Attraction Planner- this is the planner I was raving about! Great tool to stay organized and focused.   Instagram: Hey! Come hang out for business, marketing, mindset AND some farm pics!   Soulful Boss Babes group: The coolest girl gang around   Freebies, Courses, Coaching + More! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Are you struggling to find your voice? Feel like you are lost in a sea of "competition" and that the market is "flooded" already? If you are feeling lost, struggling to find words to say, things to post about, THIS episode is for you! We dig into my #1 question every entrepreneur should be asking themselves at some point (and hey, even periodically as they grow and change). Are you on the 'gram? Let's hang out- screen shot this episode and tag me @Dejavufoundry for a personal shout out! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Are you referring to your business as a hustle? Its time to stop all that noise, friend! In this episode we discuss how referring to our side work/ business as a "hustle" is a mindset hurdle that keeps us playing small, feeling burned out and might lead to us closing up shop. By shifting your mindset and choosing different words, it kinda opens up some crazy doors. Want more business, marketing, mindset and woo-woo goodness? Head on over to Facebook and join Soulful Boss Babes! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

People always want to know what the one trick is to up-leveling themselves and their business QUICKLY. And why wouldn't we?! We want to get to the good stuff- we don't want to wait at the bus stop for the struggle bus express... We want the good stuff. We want the gold! And normally this would be a situation where I'd say "Yeah, I know you are looking for a quick, actionable step to make this happen but this isn't the time. This is all about showing up consistently, putting out remarkable content, and playing the long-game strategy. Its a front load the work kind of thing." However this time I do get to give you an actionable step!   They're so few and far between that when we discover them, we just have to share and jump on board. So one of my biggest tips is....   Hey, boss babe... have a fellow biz lady who would enjoy this episode? Why not make BOTH our days and share!   Then, head on over to ye olde Facebook and join the SOULFUL BOSS BABES group- just answer the three questions and you're in!   Lastly... let's hang out on the 'gram! @DejavuFoundry --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

The girl gang collective course is launching soon (hint: Feb. 14th- Valentine's Day!) But its not about me, its about you. Its you who allowed me to get over myself and have the balls to put myself out there, as a major introvert who prefers to live life behind the scenes, this is a HUGE deal. And if I can do it, I know that you can, too. I know you have this thing inside of you- something so big that it scares the pants off you. I know this because I put out the call to you ...and you answered. I mediate a lot on finding the people that need to hear this, and its no coincidence that you are listening. Its a sign that you are ready. And its scary... But, what if you had the tools to shift your mindset and kick over your hurdles? A gang of girls who had your back the whole way? Would it make you feel a little safer? Safe enough to make a scary leap of faith, telling the universe that this time you're ready...you're super serious. I think it would. Let's do this!!   Want in on more business, marketing, mindset and woo? Join the Facespace group SOULFUL BOSS BABES   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Have 1,001 things that interest you but not sure how to compile it into your business? Well, this is the episode for you! We talk about the long-game strategy needed to reach your dream customers and ultimately add all of the things you love under the umbrella that is your business. It can be done, but like all good things, it takes work! Want more juicy biz tips + support from the Girl Gang? Join the Soulful Boss Babes private FB group; just answer the three questions for approval! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

The first full moon of 2019 comes with an eclipse- this is the PERFECT time to reflect on what you don't want to carry with you into the new year. We talk about letting go of old thoughts, ideas, stories that are no longer serving us so we can fully show up as the coolest version of ourselves in 2019. Oh yeah, and you get to play with fire! Want to join the Girl Gang? Request access for my private FB group, Soulful Boss Babes! Come hang out on the 'gram! @dejavufoundry --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

Showering naked in front of strangers was never on my radar as something this introvert wanted to do, but if I wanted to swim in one of Reykjavik's relaxing geothermal pools, well, its time to strip. Fear of doing something wrong, looking stupid or judgement from others keeps us from doing all of the really cool stuff in our lives and business that we want to. The answer to overcoming fear is always action. Its time to jump in! IG: @dejavufoundry --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support

How we told fear and anxiety to take a back seat, leading us from creating beard oil and smudge sprays to buying a farm and offering business coaching to female entrepreneurs. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thefoundrypodcast/support