The Biz Bar

In today's episode of Biz Bar podcast, we are talking about the evolution in our mindset when it comes to running a business! We share our desire to take a break for the summer to rest, relax and everything else we are doing for our #HotBusinessWomenSummer!    In this episode, we cover:   Great ideas come when we are at our most creative [1:40] Take a step back to move forward [3:01] Overcoming the stuck in the past mindset [4:47] The more you lean into who you are the more magnetic you become [6:52]   Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In today's episode of Biz Bar podcast, we are talking about the unsexy parts of running a business, because there are a lot (even though we make running a business look super sexy!). The reality is that there are good days and then there are some boring days and both are perfectly normal. We want to give you some ideas of some things that we do with frequency behind the scenes on our business that are so unsexy but are so necessary in the hopes that it makes you feel less boring as you run your business and ensures you're paying attention to the things that matter.    In this episode, we cover: The BTS non sexy parts of a business [0:55] Onboarding and automations [2:59] Planning your day [5:05] You have to make the decisions and it can be fatiguing [6:32] Doing mindless work to restart creativity [8:16]   Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In today's episode of Biz Bar podcast, we are talking about timing the marketplace. This seems to be an unpopular opinion as of late but we're of the mindset that it can actually work wonders for success and how fast you can see results. We explain how to time it and when to know it's time to pivot.     In this episode, we cover: Why timing in the marketplace is impactful [0:59] How to take advantage of a tidal wave in the marketplace [4:18] Have fun taking risks [6:48]   Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

Today's is no ordinary episode! It's our 100th episode of the Biz Bar podcast and we are so thrilled to be here. In today's episode, we are talking about the biggest lessons we have learned after recording 100 episodes. We share why you need to trust yourself about niching down, why you need to build a community in business and how you will never stop pivoting.    In this episode, we cover:   Why niching matters [1:36] The power of community in business [3:02] Pivoting will always happen [3:56] Don't rationalize the magic [6:47] Done is better than perfect [7:47] Ask your audience what they want rather than guess [9:58]   Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In today's episode, we are talking about a TikTok we recently came across that talks about a topic we are not only super passionate about but also talk about a lot on this podcast. So what is this fabulous topic? The power of quantity over quality - yes you read that right, we are advocating for more things vs a few really good things. We share why we think this is important in the context of business, why it helps increase your creativity and why perfection is a myth. In this episode, we cover: Quantity over quality helps with creativity [1:05] Happy accidents happen when you aren't in your comfort zone [3:23] You have to start out as a novice before you become an expert [6:07] Be curious about trying new things [9:01] TikTok Mentioned: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdC9rQoY/   Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/      

In today's coffee chat, we are talking about the most coveted topic ever: how to increase your engagement on Instagram. We share why strategy matters, how value-based content is effective, and why LinkedIn might be a secret weapon.   In this episode, we cover:   Focus on strategy versus hacks [1:23] The name of the game is value [2:22] Engagement isn't an afterthought [4:14] What is meaningful to you and what comments spark conversations [7:25] Don't expect anything in return [8:31] New IG features and trends in content  [9:43] LinkedIn is where it's at [14:04]   Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/      

It's that time of the year you guys - we're talking Tax Season! Some of us hate it and others just barely manage. Either way as business owners, it's important to tackle tax season properly.    In today's episode, we want to talk a little bit just about tax season. We share what you should be looking for and what you should be auditing in your business every single month so that when tax season does roll around, you don't feel overwhelmed and you feel prepared to tackle it. Let's dive right in!    In this episode, we cover:   Tax season [1:41] What you need to keep track of it [3:57] Hire an expert when needed [6:12] Doing team and social media audits [7:24] Auditing your systems in a quarterly manner [11:21]   Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/    

Today I am talking to Cierra Robbins, one of my best internet business friends. Y'all I met her two years ago and instantly had a girl crush, she is genuinely so amazing. Sarah is an operations and launch manager specifically for dietitians and nutritionists, running her own business after leaving the corporate world.    During our conversation, Cierra shares her own experience with leaving the corporate world, why you need to bet on yourself and why you have to take a chill pill because the journey is more important than the destination.    In this episode, we cover: Taking the risk and starting your own business [1:08] Betting on yourself [4:35] The mindset you need to conquer the world of entrepreneurship [11:17] Finding your niche and pivoting [14:42] Why anxiety will hinder your progress [18:53]   Connect with Cierra: IG: @cierra.rd Website: https://www.robbinscollective.com/    Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/  

We have such a special episode for you today, because our Podcast Producer, and strategist extraordinare is our guest on podcast. Cait Howard is the founder of Cait Rose Co., a company dedicated to building up women's businesses and managing podcasts. She is a real powerhouse! Not only does she run her own business, she is also a mom of two and just welcomed her little girl earlier this year.    During our conversation, Cait talks about her decision to leverage her 9-5 skills into entrepreneurship. She shares why your skills are actually tangible and transferable, making the switch to becoming a full time entrepreneur, and scaling the business with new hires.   In this episode, we cover:   Cait shares how she got into the podcast game [1:03] The power of believing in your own strengths and building relationships [5:50] Making the permanent switch to being an entrepreneur [7:18] The brains behind the team and outsourcing the work [12:34] The best advice Cait has learned from some of her clients [16:04] Connect with Cait: @caitroseco   Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

News flash, as human beings we have feelings and listen the game of life is full of sunny days but also rainy ones as well. It would be a lie if you told yourself you haven't faced any hardships over the last few years, especially as business owners. That hardship can make it feel impossible to actually show up in your business and even in your own personal life - don't worry babe we hear you.     Today we're going to talk about how to keep your business moving even when it feels like it's a tough season.  We talk through some of the things that we do to help us get out of the funk, and ways you can start to reintroduce some things to move you forward in momentum.    In this episode, we cover:   You are not alone in this feeling and having tough seasons [1:14] Reset the mindset to focus on regaining your energy not pushing forward [2:40] Focus on the baseline things you can handle [5:16] It feels counterintuitive to pulling back but you gotta do it [8:47] Prioritizing high impact tasks, focusing on the gratitude and aligning your core values [12:20]   Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

We have an extra special treat for you today because we have a darling mutual friend and boss woman extraordinary joining us. Candace Read is a stylist, influencer and content creator extraordinaire and she is here to talk to us about building influence as a business, and all the things that she's learned along the way.    During our conversation, Candace talks about why you shouldn't do the job for the money, how to collaborate with influencers as a small business and why your mission matters.    In this episode, we cover:   Making friends as adults who help you dress [0:59] Candace shares how she got into being a stylist and what she wishes she knew before she started [3:31] Don't do the job for the money [6:12] The benefits of collaboration and how to go about doing it [8:09] Growing a mission driven business [11:10] A fun collab and opportunity to work with Whitney and Candace [14:16]   Grab The Hook Up: https://whitneyabraham.kartra.com/page/qMO115   Connect with Candace:   IG: @candacemread Website: https://www.candacemread.com/     Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

During this laid back coffee chat, we are excited to just share some news and updates about what's going on in our lives! We talk about enthusiasm, committing to getting uncomfortable and the importance of challenging yourself.   In this episode, we cover:   Why we don't want the enthusiasm to go because that's what propels us [1:11] Whitney's 90 day commitment [2:55] Some of the ways Whitney is challenging herself over the next 90 days [5:51] Addressing the to-dos that take up space [6:31]   Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In today's episode, Olivia and Whitney discuss the things they wish they had known when starting their businesses. They share why it's valuable and kind to set clear boundaries in the beginning of a client relationship and stick to them even though it feels hard. You'll hear why it is important to set up systems and processes before the business explodes because the band aid method will only get you so far, and that as entrepreneurs we don't have to be the best at everything and you can outsource to receive support from someone who is great in that area.  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

Word on the street is that email marketing is back and better than ever, and we are totally on board with this. Email marketing is an excellent way to connect with prospects and leads and increase your conversion rate. Though it might sound tricky, we got you covered! In today's episode, we are talking about how to make the most out of email marketing systems. We cover some of the most popular systems out there and discuss their pros and cons to help you make the best decision when it comes to choosing software that works for you and your business!    In this episode, we cover:   MailChimp [1:34] FloDesk [3:54] Active Campaign [6:10] Why you should be maximizing on functionality over cost [9:26] Kartra [11:31] Automating payments [14:18] Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

Yes you can run your business smoothly even while juggling everything else that is going on in your life! In today's episode we are talking about systems that we cannot get enough of that help us run our businesses on the daily. It's our hope that you can realize how many tools are out there to make your life as a business owner so much easier. We cover why you need to adopt Google Drive as a go to organization/CMS system,    In this episode, we cover:   Get organized with Google Drive [1:31] How Zapier connects all your apps [2:38] Asana can help with your SOPs and daily operations [4:58] Other helpful project management tools [7:20] Slack is the primary communication tool you need for your business! [8:27] FloDesk and landing pages [10:25] If you're serious about email marketing you need Kartra [11:47] Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

You have your business idea yay! But what exactly do you have to do to get the wheels turning and your business idea up and running. In today's episode we share with you what we believe you need when you're looking to start a business. We share how to start a business with zero dollars, ways to collect payment, and why market research matters!   In this episode, we cover: The best things to do to bootstrap your startup [1:30] Payment systems you can use [3:11] Collecting leads [5:16] Do the market research [8:04] Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

During our coffee chat, we share how we like to organize our days and make the most of our to-do lists when it comes to creating video content for TikTok and Instagram. We talk about understanding your regular recurring research process when it comes to your business and creating video content, when you should actually edit your video content and when you need to outsource your work.    In this episode, we cover:   The best recurring research process for batch creating reels [4:51] Utilizing time blocking to edit reels [8:25] How to outsource the work [11:28] The key to success is to just get up and do it [14:08] Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

After an amazing and super successful talk by Whitney on magnetism and living your best life, we realize we can't let our podcast audience not be part of such a great discussion, In this episode, we explore how you can navigate your fears, and the actionable steps you can take so that fear no longer holds you back.    During our coffee chat, we answer 3 super important questions about running a business and adjusting your mindset to one of abundance. She share how to get over the fear of raising your rate, how to pivot when you don't feel like you're going in the right direction, and the advice we'd give to our younger entrepreneur self which might surprise you!   In this episode, we cover: You can raise your rates - here's how [3:01] The steps you can take to pivot and redirect your business [7:22] The best advice we'd tell our younger self [12:32] Our authenticity is being wiped away because we want to be acceptable [15:51] Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode of coffee chat, we talk about what we've been up to! We always love having these catch-ups with you, because it's a chance for us to share everything we've learned from the week and bring new ideas to the table.    During our coffee chat, we discuss the importance of having a good website, why bootstrap startups and methods are totally fine, and why you cannot miss out on capitalizing on your initial excitement and spark to create real magic!    In this episode, we cover: Invest in a good website [1:40] Bootstrap strategies and humble beginnings [4:35] It's easy to convince yourself out of action rather than taking that action [7:03] Nothing is ever going to be perfect and that's okay [10:02] Witness how far you've come [13:05] Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode of coffee chat we talk about what we've been up to! Did you know that Google searches for “How to start your own business” have now surpassed “How to get a job”? It's wild to think that there are so many people who realize the power in wanting to call their own shots and build their own lives. We talk about how corporate doesn't always provide upward mobility, why entrepreneurship helps bring out your true passion and why you need to be a confident business owner    In this episode, we cover:   People want to start their own business [2:02] Why we decided to build our own businesses [3:45] Entrepreneurship helps you take control [7:39] The power of being a confident business owner [9:58] The money mindset [13:05] Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

We are almost in the New Year and it's time to really figure out what to expect for 2022!   In this episode of coffee chat we talk about the weird space between post Christmas and the New Year, what our intentions are for 2022 and why it's okay to actually listen to yourself, your intuition and make smart business decisions.    In this episode, we cover: The weird environment just before the turn of the New Year [1:41] What we're looking forward to 2022 [3:38] Lessons we've learned in the last year and taking new risks with new hires [7:49] Word of the year for 2022 and Whitney is writing a book! [12:10] Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this solo episode of coffee chat (Whitney is on a work retreat), I want to quickly share a super fun visualization exercise I did with my clients a couple of weeks ago. The purpose of this exercise is to help you focus on what you want for the year 2022. I explain how to sift through all the noise to picture what it is that you want for 2022 and how you can work towards fulfilling that goal.  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

While running a business can feel immensely rewarding, it can also feel isolated and alone. As we look towards the New Year, it's important to talk about productivity, strategy and confidence, but it's also nice to hear from other business owners who understand the struggle of trying to build a business, following your dreams and balancing a personal life on the side.    In this episode we talk to Holly Marie Haynes. She's a business strategist and a productivity coach who teaches women how to build a full time business on a part time schedule.   During our conversation, Holly shares how she was able to run a full time business while being a mother to twins. Together, we speak candidly about how we got our businesses off the ground, the lessons we learned along the way and what's on the docket for us in 2022.    In this episode, we cover:   Whitney and Holly share more about themselves and how they got started in their business [2:18] The impact your own business has on yourself and others and the secret formula to a successful business [7:22] Streamlining success through proper scheduling and planning [14:46] Holly and Whitney share their best advice for people starting up a business [17:43] The plans for 2022 and how to get your dreams started [23:47] Current morning routine [33:27]  Connect with Holly: Instagram: hollymariehaynes https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/    Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

So here we are in December- the end of the year and that time of year where everybody is in two schools of thought:  serious reflection mode or in serious burn it all down and all start over mode. As humans, we love working in extremes but trust us when we say there is a middle ground!   In this episode of coffee chat, we discuss why making plans is good, but as a growing and changing person, your plans are bound to change!  During our conversation we explore why holding yourself to a previous plan does not serve you, why you should lean into how you truly feel, and why having a plan is okay, but it needs to work for you!   In this episode, we cover: The end of the year where everyone is trying to reflect and reorient themselves [2:24] Trust that plans change, and trust in yourself to handle that [4:37] Your plans should make you feel empowered not stuck [5:38] Olivia and Whitney share how they approach plans [7:03] Be gracious to yourself and know that you will grow [10:15] Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

There's a million things to do, with so little time to complete it all. It seems like once you complete a task, ten more are ready to take over, leaving you with a never ending to-do list. What makes it worse is when you procrastinate doing all the tasks you need to complete.      In this episode we discuss the feeling of procrastination and hustling. What is the driver of hustle and how does procrastination come into play? During our conversation, we explore what it looks like to have an accountability threshold and how to approach New Years Resolutions    In this episode, we cover: Olivia and Whitney discuss procrastination and hustling [2:23] Taking care of yourself even when you're hustling [5:58] What's your accountability threshold? [8:31] A new way to set New Years Goals [10:48] Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

You're juggling client calls, new launches, questions from potential prospects and your own personal life at the same time, the last thing you would even consider is stepping away but maybe that's the best thing you can do for yourself!     In this episode, we are recording live on location for a laidback coffee chat. We share how stepping away from all the noise is actually the best thing you can do to get back into a position of creativity and reawakened energy. We explain how to pursue your dreams and not let the fear hold you back and why you have to lean into your own brilliance and fire.    In this episode, we cover: Whitney and Olivia reflect on having the ability to practice self-care, maximize time with family and also run a business [2:01] Taking a step back can actually help you get back into the swing of things [4:23] How to overcome the fear that is holding you back from taking the big leaps [7:39] Take a chance on yourself and lean into your brilliance [10:01] Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode, Olivia and Whitney kept it casual and candid and share with you some of the latest things happening in their lives. With Black Friday around the corner they discuss plans for their latest launch, explain why you need to sometimes give yourself some time and space to see the fruits of your labor, and how you don't need permission to go after what you want!   In this episode, we cover: Whitney and Olivia share updates on how their Black Friday launch is coming along [2:00] Learning from past experiences and trusting yourself to grow and go after what you want [4:59] Whitney shares details about her newest workshop [8:01] Find out more about the Biz Bar VIP days and grab one at https://whitneyabraham.kartra.com/page/bizbarvipdays  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

Black Friday is almost here, and this holiday is one of the best days to take advantage of launching a service and a promotion at the same time. With that being said, you have to be smart with your launch and make sure you know the best ways to be successful.    In this episode, we save the day by sharing some of the best kept secrets for a successful Black Friday Launch. The reason why this time of year matters the most is because people are ready to spend money! That means you have to expertly position yourself with a launch that not only you're proud of but serves your clients exactly what they want.   In this episode, we cover: The psychology behind Black Friday - people want to spend money and you need to be clear about your offer [1:57] Your messaging is the most critical part of your launch [4:27] Set yourself up for success by testing things before the launch [5:24] Consider what will incentivize people to sign up and how will you market that? [6:30] Take the leap and launch during Black Friday! It's the best way to learn before the holiday season [10:49] Find out more about the Biz Bar VIP days and grab one at https://whitneyabraham.kartra.com/page/bizbarvipdays  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

It's nearly the end of the year! Maybe you're taking a look at the goals you wrote earlier this year and all of a sudden you don't feel as compelled to complete them, or maybe they've done a complete pivot and you're working on newer achievements that are more in line with you. In any case, it's totally okay because as business owners, we're in the same boat!    In this episode, we discuss why heartache is part of personal development and growth,  why it's okay to have a secret about your life that is just for your and no one else, and how your goals from the beginning of the year are going to look different by the end of the year - because newsflash - we grow, we learn and we change! At first, it can feel like you're jumping out of an airplane but once you admit what you want, you can only go forward in this new direction.    In this episode, we cover: It's okay if you're not a morning person (0:58) Whitney shares why she loves knowing there is a part of her life that is truly for her and no one else knows about it (3:00) Plans change and it's okay that your goals at the beginning of the year are completely different to what you want for yourself right now in this very moment (5:45) It's a tough path to choose yourself over all other things, but it's the most important path you can take, even if that path includes some disappointment and heartache [8:27] When you run your business you have to constantly show up in the face of fear (11:37) Our challenge for you - as we come upon 2022, what is it that you are willing to work towards and build for yourself? [15:38] Find out more about the Biz Bar VIP days and grab one at https://whitneyabraham.kartra.com/page/bizbarvipdays  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode you'll hear Whitney and Olivia chat about the red flag trend that has taken over social media and why some of the posts in the trend were missing the mark. They talk about how have to be careful with who we're taking advice from and who we are holding on a high pedestal on the internet. You'll learn  considerations for levering new trends for your own business and evaluating the way you engage with social media.  Find out more about the Biz Bar VIP days and grab one at https://whitneyabraham.kartra.com/page/bizbarvipdays  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode you'll hear:   Whitney and Olivia catch up on each other's week, what they've been up to, and enjoying time off social media (1:01) Finding the best environment for maximum productivity and resetting your creativity and helping you overcome burnout (2:46) Whitney and Olivia share some big news! They're hosting personalized deep dives/VIP days with the Biz Bar community to help your craft and plan the perfect 2022 (6:17) Learning from the best! Whitney and Olivia explain how they're here to help you create the roadmap and infrastructure for a successful 2022 (9:51) Find out more about the Biz Bar VIP days and grab one at https://whitneyabraham.kartra.com/page/bizbarvipdays  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

Whitney and Olivia discuss taking breaks from Instagram, and Olivia shares her experience about building an email list, and why everyone is doing this in light of the big Facebook outage They discuss "the illusion of failure"- are you truly failing or are you hyper focusing on a small aspect of a bigger picture? You'll hear how you may be holding yourself hostage to conditional happiness, and Whitney explains why she wants to do a “breakup” with goals and what she wants to do moving forward when it comes to goal setting.  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode, Whitney and Olivia catch up and discuss how quickly the year is coming to an end and what this means for business owners. How can you make the most of the next 90 days? It might seem tempting to cram everything last minute but the best thing to do is to focus on the one most important thing to finish by the end of the day. Olivia and Whitney discuss how they envision planning their final quarter. When You can figure out the one thing you want and what it looks like, then you can plan accordingly. Whitney shares how she tackles her last 90 days and what the planning process looks like and a reflective exercise to uncover what your perfect day looks like.  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode, Whitney and Olivia discuss navigating mindset challenges and roadblocks as you work towards new levels in your business. They chat about fear and how it can hold us hostage if we don't take realistically evaluate if our worst case scenarios are actually likely to happen. Olivia shares her experience hiring a virtual assistant and guidance you can take into your own business as you grow your team.  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode you'll hear: Using your energy levels throughout the day to optimize your time and adjust your schedule to fit. (1:40) There is no one size fits all schedule and you have to figure out what works best for you. (2:05) Encouragement for the hard seasons in business and ebbs and flows of motivation. (5:33) Giving ourselves permission to stop feeling guilty to speak out about the realities and challenges of running your own business (10:07) Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode you'll hear: Breaking through from being boxed in by people and understanding that you are capable, you are where you are meant to be and that the more you learn the more you'll grow  DM marketing is all about relationship building, there is no need to reinvent the wheel! Olivia and Whitney discuss how Instagram has enabled them to build a community and find “their people”  Olivia talks about the shift from wanting to people please, to not caring what others think while Whitney shares how she has always had a no cares given attitude  As women, we always feel the need to have control over things and ensure things go a certain way. Whitney talks about how she always reminds herself that she has zero control over most things but always has control over showing up and being a good person  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode, Whitney and Olivia discuss reconnecting with your why. We've all been there, we get bogged down and discouraged and find it hard to keep going but the two discuss tools you can use to get back on track. You'll learn ways to reconnect and recognize your accomplishments, as well as remembering that showing up everyday for the small wins is just as important as the big wins.  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this week's coffee chat, Whitney and Olivia chat about the toll of life difficulties on your emotional bandwidth and business. When you're addressing emotional issues it is an energy drain on your body that you can physically feel. They reflect on their latest launch, lessons learned and why instead of looking at what you can build and sell to consider instead what helps people and fills a gap for them. Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In today's episode, Whitney shares about her latest resource all about helping you create content that engages and converts your ideal clients into customers. Whitney and Olivia discuss how it is important to have resources that help you grow as business owner, and even more importantly to have resources . that help you actually learn and cement new skills. There is an art and science to marketing and selling your business, and Whitney discusses how this resource will help you figure out the content you need to be creating in order to connect with your ideal customer. Want over a YEAR'S WORTH of DONE FOR YOU plug and play posts - hooks, caption templates, call to action examples, all backed with SALES PSYCHOLOGY to help you get your ideal client to take ACTION and BUY? Grab Content That Converts here Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this week's coffee chat, Whitney and Olivia talk about abundance, reverse abundance, and why it feels hard to be proud and celebrate what you've accomplished. They discuss the idea of “new levels, new devils" and why this mentality leaves you feeling unsatisfied because you're always trying to be better without stopping to celebrate your own wins and accomplishments. Whitney explains the importance of outward-facing marketing in growing your online business and why you need to show and tell your expertise and brilliance with your audience. Olivia and Whitney share why having a viral piece of content isn't enough to propel your business forward, how the idea of being an overnight success is a myth, and that showing up consistently is the best way to develop and grow your business Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode, Whitney and Olivia share how they set themselves up for success with what they call “the things”. Olivia explains the core “things” everyone should incorporate in their lives, that are non-negotiable and super important for success. Whitney and Olivia also discuss some of “the things” that have helped them that they don't share in common.  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this week's coffee chat, Whitney and Olivia talk about competition, abundance, and scarcity. Olivia explains why she feels there are moments where competition fosters creativity, and the dichotomy between women who decide to be abundant and get frustrated when women do not cheerlead them back. Whitney shares how having conditional abundance isn't true abundance. Olivia and Whitney both share personal examples of true abundance, how they address a scarcity mindset, and how to address feelings of insufficiency and comparison amongst friends. Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode, Whitney and Olivia talk about the power of not having a backup plan, how you don't always have to catastrophize everything and why you're going to make mistakes. You'll hear how most people fantasize about risking it all when they're at rock bottom with nothing to lose, and Olivia shares why she thinks wealthy parents who provide a safety net for their children are doing them a disservice. They discuss how as women, we often downplay our businesses as a side hustle until it reaches a certain  “level” but this prevents us from fully showing up and taking ourselves seriously.  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this week's coffee chat, Whitney and Olivia discuss internet trolls, Simon Biles, Piers Morgan, and the importance of mental health in the age of social media.. They chat about whether perfectionism is just another form of procrastination or if are we using it as a shield to protect ourselves from our own fears. They talk about how we live in a glossy highlight reel type of world that sets unrealistic standards, and the smoke and mirrors of the internet. Not every successful entrepreneur will show you their moments of failure and vulnerability. Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this week's coffee chat, Whitney and Olivia chat about when to know you're full of shit. They share a reminder that no one else remembers your failures and why we need to be aware of our own problems to reroute them. You'll hear how you really only have space for 3 big things in your life and what to do when people only tell you what you want to hear.  Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this week's coffee chat, Whitney and Olivia chat about the importance of trusting your vision for your business instead of other people's opinions on what you should do. They discuss how removing yourself from comparison allows you to see  situations more clearly because there are an infinite number of ways to build a business .They caution against underestimating your value and price for clients that could lead to resentment, as well as guideposts to keep you feeling grounded when things are shifting. Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this episode, Whitney and Olivia share some of the best investments they've made in their businesses. Whitney shares her best investment and why ealing with your emotional and mental well being is important. They discuss why hiring in your personal life can help to offset some of your challenges in business. Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/

In this week's coffee chat, Olivia and Whitney speak about how Instagram is now a video forward platform. They talk about how to deal with all these new changes on social media, and what exactly a video-only platform includes. You'll learn a quick tip on how to create video content and deal with the stress of creating video content. You'll hear that the best thing you can do is to try something new and embrace the change. Connect with Whitney and Olivia: Instagram: @thebizbar Instagram: @whitneyabraham  Instagram: @oliviamariemiller  Join The Biz Bar Speak Easy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebizbarspeakeasy  Whitney's Website: https://www.whitneyabraham.com/ Olivia's Website: https://olivemarie.com/