Podcasts about booked solid

Welcome to this bonus podcast episode! What do you do when your studio is booked solid…but still unprofitable? When you're teaching constantly, running the front desk, managing marketing, all the things…but can't pay yourself?  Find out how one yoga + Pilates studio owner finally quit working for free. Join Coach Rachel Prairie for this case study in Episode 686:  Booked Solid But Still Not Profitable.  Stop undercharging: monitor market rates and bump up your prices  Limit promotions: decrease discounts and deals to increase profit margins Move to memberships: generate recurring revenue with tiered options Adjust instructor pay: consider a flat rate plus attendance/retention incentives Analyze your numbers: set and track weekly, monthly and quarterly KPIs    Implementing these changes resulted in a 22% increase in monthly revenue in just six months! This inspired owner is now taking home more while working less. Hear her story in Episode 686.   Catch you there,   Lise   PS: Join 2,000+ studio owners who've decided to take control of their studio business and build their freedom empire. Subscribe HERE and join the party! www.studiogrow.co www.linkedin.com/company/studio-growco/  

Booked Solid and Still Broke? Hello, hello — and welcome to Greedy Bitch, the podcast for groomers who are done apologizing for wanting more. You've earned it. You've worked for it. And you're not asking permission anymore. It's November — which means most groomers are running on caffeine, sugar, and sheer determination right now. You're booked solid — maybe even a little over-booked — and you can't remember the last time you sat down for lunch. And if you did, there was probably a handful of fur sprinkled in that you meant to blow off… but honestly, you were too tired to care. And yet — you look at your bank account and think, “How the hell am I this tired and still this broke?” Or maybe at the start of the month that number looks satisfying… but by the end, it's just poof. Gone. Listen — you're not crazy, and you're not doing anything wrong. The truth is, the system we were all taught is broken. We were raised in this industry — from baby groomer to business owner — to believe that busy means successful. But busy doesn't always mean profitable. So today, we're going to talk about what's really going on when you're booked solid and still broke— and how gratitude for your clients doesn't mean giving away your boundaries. Alright, let's be honest about what's really happening here. Most groomers? We price with our hearts instead of our calculators. We want to be fair — but fair to who? Because nine times out of ten, it's not fair to us. Sometimes we look at a yorkie and think, “Oh, that'll take me no time,” or “They've been coming forever; I'll keep her the same price.” That's sweet… until you realize that “same price” hasn't budged since gas was two-fifty a gallon. And the truth is that yorkie doesn't take you much time because you've invested thousands on the right products, education and learned the hard way. You can't hand a pair of shears to a person who's never groomed and get the same result, you've earned and learned. We need to treat ourselves as the professionals we are. You wouldn't expect your grocery store to “feel out” the price of milk every week. They don't stare at you at checkout while you scan the carton and go, “Hmm, this one looks friendly — let's knock off a dollar.” or when the price goes up they don't say “She's been coming forever, we won't charge her the new price.” They don't feel guilty or bad when prices change. But somehow, that's exactly what we do with our grooms. If you're booked out four weeks or more, and it's not 100% with your soulmate clients, you've outgrown your prices. That's not a compliment — that's your business waving a red flag saying, “Hey! You're overdue for a raise.” And then there's this thing we all do — we over-give to show gratitude. We tell ourselves, “They're such good clients; I'll throw in the teeth brushing,” or “I'll squeeze in Fluffy one more time.” But real gratitude isn't self-sacrifice — it's sustainability. Discounts are not thank-yous; they're quiet resentments waiting to happen. You know that feeling when you give someone a deal and they still complain? Yeah… that's the sound of your boundaries cracking. People pleasing isn't good business. You can't build a stable business by constantly bleeding value in the name of kindness. When you undercharge, you're teaching your clients exactly what your time is worth — and they'll believe you. And listen, your kindness is amazing, but it's not a business strategy. The goal isn't to squeeze in every dog or please every person. The goal is to build a business that feeds your life, not drains it. So, if you're sitting there nodding, thinking “Yeah, that's me,” don't beat yourself up. You were never taught the math side — just the hustle side. But that's what we're here to fix. Alright — let's zoom out for a second. We've spent so long measuring success by how busy we are that we forgot to ask if any of it actually makes sense. If the phone is ringing off the hook, if people are fighting to get in the door or have to wait 2, 4, 6 weeks, that's good right? Because here's the truth: Full doesn't mean successful — profitable does. A packed calendar without profit is just organized burnout. You've just color-coded your exhaustion. And I know you love your clients. I know you're grateful. But gratitude doesn't mean giving until you've got nothing left. I know for me I have had instances that I wanted to give and give because that's what felt good, giving of my time, my energy, my skills. I like to be liked. For better or worse, real gratitude starts with fair exchange. Everyone gets value — including you. There needs to be an equal exchange, not just being a martyr. You give your skill, your time, your care. They give payment that reflects the real cost of that. That's how it's supposed to work. You can't pour from an empty bowl. You can't groom from an empty bank account. It's not selfish to want to breathe — it's strategic. When you're rested, confident, and financially stable, you do better work. Your grooms look better. You're kinder to the nervous dogs. You're more patient with that chatty client. You come from a place of peace, flow and confidence. That's gratitude in action. Your business should serve your life — not the other way around. And busy? Busy is not a badge of honor. It's a blinking warning light that says, “Hey, you're running on fumes.” We absolutely have busy seasons but there is difference between ‘I'm busy as I'm prepping to take 2 weeks off” or “I'm squeezing in a few extra grooms before thanksgiving or christmas” If you're constantly turning potential soulmate clients away, that's your business whispering, “It's time to level up.” Raise those prices. Tighten your schedule. Value your time. Because your clients — the right clients — don't want a burned-out groomer. They want someone who loves what they do. We all know a groomer who over a decade has gone from passionate, patient and excited to burned out. They will tell you how every customer is cheap, takes advantage of them and how every dog is ‘poorly behaved'... or they've gone into full denial mode where they're wearing rose colored glasses and they're emotionally and physically numb. It's like that meme where the dog is sitting in a chair while the whole room is on fire saying “this is fine”. The truth, for better or worse, is the only way to keep loving what you do is to make sure it also loves you back. When you shift from being thankful to being valued, everything changes — your confidence, your income, your energy. And let me tell you — that's when the magic happens. So, let's talk about what that shift looks like in action. Because what I don't want you to just nod along and go, “Yeah, she's right,” and then dive right back into 12-hour days or 7 day weeks. You don't need another pep talk — you need a plan. Here's the truth: you don't have to overhaul everything overnight. You just have to start closing the gap. Start small. Raise one service that you don't want to do anyway. Add one new fee to set boundaries with a pocketbook hit. Enforce matting or late fees on one client that you don't care if they leave anyway. (And honestly if they left, you might even be relieved). Change one thing that makes the numbers work a little more in your favor and take back some of your power. If you're booked more than four weeks out, you've already earned a price raise. Period. You don't need anyone's permission — your schedule already gave you the green light. Then look at your client rotation. Are these clients maintaining their grooms, or are they stretching it? If half your book is eight-week doodles that come in matted, you're not running a sustainable schedule — you're running triage. Ask yourself this: which services are stealing your time without giving a real return? Because those “bath and tidy” appointments that take almost as long as a full groom? They're not a deal. They're stealing money out of your pocket.. Try this simple shift — add a small policy fee for things like late arrivals or matting. Those aren't punishments; they're boundaries you get paid for. It teaches clients that your time has value. And listen, I know numbers can feel intimidating. But numbers don't care about feelings — your peace of mind does. You've already proven the demand. Now it's time to make the math reflect it. If this hits home — if you're nodding along thinking, “Yep, that's me,” — that's exactly what the Price Increase Masterclass walks you through step by step. How to calculate your ideal rate. How to communicate the change without guilt. And how to handle pushback like the confident professional you already are. You don't need to work harder. You just need to start charging like someone who's already earned it. Because you have. This isn't about greed. It's about gratitude — gratitude for the skill, the sweat, and the soul you've put into your craft. So this week, pick one small change that honors that. Just one. You know, before we wrap up, I just want to remind you of something simple. You're already doing the hardest part — showing up. Day after day, you care for pets, deal with people's emotions, and somehow keep your sanity through the chaos of busy season. That takes grit. That takes heart. So please — give yourself the same grace you give every nervous dog on your table. You know the one — shaking, scared, and just trying their best? You talk to them softly, you move slowly, you let them know they're safe. Or the cocker who has crapped for the 3rd time on the table, and mom swears she took him out before she brought him? We both know she's lying but it's not the dog's fault, and you're patient, you're kind. You deserve that same kind of care from you. Gratitude isn't about pretending everything's fine or ignoring how exhausted you are. It's about acknowledging your effort — the hours, the skill, the love you pour into this work. Thank yourself by charging what your services are worth. Thank yourself by taking a real lunch break, and eating real food. Thank yourself by not answering texts after hours. That's what gratitude looks like in real life. Busy season doesn't have to mean burnout season. You don't owe your peace to anyone — not even your best client. So before you start your next groom, take one deep breath. Let it out. And remind yourself — I am worth it. You've got grit. You've got gratitude. And, my friend… You've got this. If today's episode hit home, share it with a friend who needs to hear it — because we're all in this together. And if you're ready to finally make your hard work pay off, check out the Price Increase Masterclass linked in the show notes. This is your season to stop just surviving — and start thriving. Until next time, Stay kind, stay confident, and as always — stay greedy, bitch. PRICE INCREASE MASTERCLASS https://www.savvygroomer.com/pimc

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This month, Kathleen and James find far more than they expected in Daniel Mason's brilliant novel, North Woods. Join our hosts as they celebrate the Library's Lit Lunch pick with a discussion on the ways that the past influences the present and the joy of discovering unexpected connections. Please take our survey to help us make Booked Solid even better! Let us know what you enjoy and what improvements we can make for the future.   To place a hold on any of the titles mentioned in this episode, check out our Booked Solid reading list on the New Canaan Library website.

The vast majority of freelancers want one thing: more clients. But what if that's not your biggest problem? What if you're booked solid… And now the “good problem to have” is that you can't ever take a vacation because your income is tied to the hours you work? It's a dollars-for-hours trap. No work = no money. Vacation? You're not making money. Get sick? Not making money. In the hospital? Not making money. Your income is handcuffed to the hours you work. And there's a ceiling. A theoretical maximum. You can inch it up by raising your rates, but eventually... that's it. That's your max. Some people are cool with that. If you'd like a future where you're making great money NOT trading dollars for hours… Where you “outgrow” freelancing and transition your expertise into something more scalable… This episode is for you. Should I start an agency? Sell software/products? Or - should I start teaching what I know and build a coaching business? In this episode, I talk about the pros and cons of each, and why I think creating a scalable coaching offer is the way to go (spoiler alert: it's the one I've gone all in on, which is why you're reading this). For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/385

Dr. Bill Davis on the UCM Podcast. In this episode, Dr. Bill Davis reveal The Atlas Engine—the only AI-powered growth system built specifically for upper cervical practices. Discover how top UC clinics are booking patients around the clock, capturing invisible website traffic, reactivating past patients, and scaling without the chaos. If you're tired of inconsistent growth and want a proven system that fills your calendar while freeing up your time, this conversation is a game-changer.  

For the first episode of season 7, Kathleen and James visit the windswept island of Shearwater in Charlotte McConaghy's thrilling book, Wild Dark Shore. They discuss the book's breathtaking setting, how the story explores the themes of climate change and despair, and why hope and community are so important in the face of disaster. Please take our survey to help us make Booked Solid even better! Let us know what you enjoy and what improvements we can make for the future.   To place a hold on any of the titles mentioned in this episode, check out our Booked Solid reading list on the New Canaan Library website.

On this episode of I Do Wedding Marketing, I'm thrilled to be joined by Ron Sefcik of Ron & Jess Marketing! If you've ever said, “I need more leads” or “I wish I could book more of the ones I already get,” then this is your episode. Ron is a seasoned wedding marketing expert who dives deep into the real difference between a leads problem and a bookings problem—and how to solve both.We talked about everything from tracking your lead sources (yes, even if you've been avoiding spreadsheets like I have

Having too many leads might seem like a good problem, but it can quietly stall your momentum if handled the wrong way. When your pipeline is full and your schedule is booked, it's tempting to scale back, but that decision often creates bigger issues down the road. This episode explores what to do instead, offering practical ideas to help you keep growing without overwhelming your team or compromising your margins. If you're navigating rapid growth or wondering how to manage demand without losing your edge, this one's for you.

Looking to level up in the short-term rental space? Seth Bolt shares the secrets behind his success with Bolt Farm Treehouse, a luxury treehouse retreat that boasts a 93% occupancy rate. In this episode, Seth joins Russ and Joey to discuss how his approach to providing value has led to impressive growth. He shares how creating unforgettable guest experiences and investing in quality design and hospitality have contributed to an exceptionally high occupancy rate. Ready to transform your rental business? Tune in to learn Seth's short-term rental strategy, including tips on direct bookings and high-ticket offerings like workshops and mastermind events.Top three things you will learn: -The key to standing out in a competitive rental market -How to achieve exceptional occupancy rates-The business side of scaling a short-term rental businessAbout Our Guest:Seth Bolt is a treehouse designer and builder. He built his first luxury, eco-friendly treehouse (The Majestic Treehouse) with his father, Larry Bolt. The two created this enchanting getaway by hand in 2015 for Seth and his wife's honeymoon, and it became something much more than a honeymoon place.When Seth and Tori realized how magical the experience was and how good it was for the soul, they decided to open it to the public. And that was the beginning of their luxury treehouse business.Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for financial decisions.This episode is sponsored by a podcast show partner. We may receive compensation if you use links or services mentioned in this episode.The hosts may have a financial interest in the programs or services mentioned in this episode.Connect with Seth Bolt:-Website - https://wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/boltfarmBook Your Free Passive Income Game Plan Session:-https://wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/freecallThe Lifestyle Investor Podcast:-https://lifestyleinvestor.com/podcast/Want to raise millionaire kids? Watch how Sharran Srivatsaa — former Goldman Sachs banker turned entrepreneur and investor — is building a generational wealth system with his kids, step-by-step. -https://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/millionaire-kidsTurn Active Income Into Passive Income:-https://wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/piosWealth Without Wall Street New Book:-https://wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/newbookJoin Our Next Inner Circle Live Event:-https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/live-Promo Code: PODCASTIBC Webinar:-https://wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/ibc

Want to hire our team to scale your Lawn, Landscaping or Outdoor Living Business? Book your FREE strategy call now → https://www.savantmarketingagency.com/free-strategy-call Got questions or need help? Text Matt directly: (716) 265-0729 If you're a landscaper or contractor looking to scale past 7 figures and dominate your local market using Facebook Ads, Google Ads, and automation — you're in the right place. In this video, you'll learn: ✅ The 6 proven strategies to book landscapers solid using Facebook Ads ✅ Proven strategies we use at Savant Marketing to help landscaping businesses generate consistent, qualified leads ✅ Actionable steps you can take today to improve your marketing results –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Work With Matt & His Team Want us to build a high-converting marketing system for your business? Apply for your free strategy call here → https://www.savantmarketingagency.com/free-strategy-call Join 5,000+ Contractors in Our Free Facebook Community The #1 community for growing your landscaping or contracting business using Facebook Ads and Google Ads → https://www.facebook.com/groups/488948048832631 Listen to Our Podcast: The Landscaper Marketing Show No fluff, just proven strategies → https://www.landscapermarketingshow.com/ Visit Our Website Learn more about how we help contractors grow → https://www.SavantMarketingAgency.com DM Us On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/direct/t/17844629994457721 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About Matt Thibeau Matt Thibeau is the CEO of Savant Marketing, the #1 Facebook Ads agency for lawn, landscaping, and outdoor-living contractors in North America. His team helps established businesses generate predictable leads, book more jobs, and scale profitably using advanced Facebook Ads and Google Ads.

Where to find Brandon Lazar:Hourly IQ: https://hourlyiq.comNinja VAhttps://ninjavirtualassistants.comBrandon's Weekly Newsletter: https://brandonlazar.comJoin Jonathon Henderson from Pressure Washing Marketing Pros as he sits down with Brandon Lazar—former owner of a 7-figure exterior cleaning company and founder of Hourly IQ and Ninja VA—to dismantle one of the most dangerous myths in the home service industry: the idea that being “fully booked” is a good thing.In this no-fluff, insight-packed episode, Brandon explains why being booked out 6–8 weeks is not a flex—and how it's actually costing your business thousands in lost opportunity. He shares what capacity really means, how to calculate it for your business, and why capacity management is the key to unlocking smarter scheduling, healthier profit margins, and sustainable growth.You'll also hear how Brandon scaled from 2 to 32 techs in a single season, what most business owners get wrong when hiring virtual assistants, and the hidden admin mistakes that quietly bleed your revenue.Key topics covered in this episode include:✅ Why being booked out isn't always a good sign✅ Understanding and managing your business's true capacity✅ How to scale your team with college students and part-time help✅ The biggest scheduling mistakes that hurt your bottom line✅ When and how to hire your first virtual assistant✅ Common VA expectations business owners get wrong✅ Why the off-season is the best time to grow✅ How to track ROI in your CRM and stop wasting money on bad leads✅ What exterior cleaning businesses should automate first✅ Brandon's predictions on AI and the future of operationsBrandon also shares his favorite time-saving systems, why most service pros should stop doing their own admin work, and what separates companies that stall at $250K from those that scale to $1M and beyond.

Featured Titles:Woodworking by Emily St. JamesBonjour Tristesse by Francoise SaganThe Bloody Chamber by Angela CarterHungerstone by Kat DunnSister Deborah by Scholastique MukasongaThe Library at Mount Char by Scott HawkinsSpent by Alison BechdelAll Systems Red by Martha WellsIs a River Alive? by Robert MacfarlaneWhen the World Tips Over by Jandy NelsonJust for the Summer by Abby JimenezMagnolia Wu Unfolds it All by Chanel MillerThe Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne YoungKatabasis by R.F. KuangEverything is Tuberculosis by John Green  Please take our survey to help us make Booked Solid even better! Let us know what you enjoy and what improvements we can make for the future. To place a hold on any of the titles mentioned in this episode, check out our Booked Solid reading list on the New Canaan Library website.

In this powerful and refreshingly honest episode, Stephanie Mack sits down with friend, debut author and Maurice Prize winner Jessica Guerrieri to talk about her upcoming novel Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea. Stephanie dives into motherhood, vulnerability, book club fiction, and what it means to tell the truth on the page—no filter, no fluff. If you're a fan of bold voices and books that make you feel seen, this episode is for you.Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.Find us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we're joined by the one and only Betty Cayoutte—viral creator behind Betty's Book List and debut author of Tell Me How You Really Feel. Betty opens up about turning internet buzz into a book deal, writing with heart and honesty, and how travel, connection, and community fuel her storytelling. We dive into what it's really like to go from recommending books to writing one, the power of vulnerability, and why she's all about championing voices that might otherwise go unheard. If you love book talk, big feelings, and bold first chapters—in fiction and life—you won't want to miss this one.Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.Find us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Get ready to swoon, laugh, and maybe even hop on a tandem bike—because in this episode, we're chatting with rom-com author Becca Kinzer, the delightful mind behind Dear Henry, Love Edith, Love in Tandem, and First Love, Second Draft. Becca shares the inspiration behind her quirky characters, charming love stories, and the real-life moments that sneak onto the page. We dive into the magic of meet-cutes, the joy of second chances, and what it takes to write romantic comedy with both heart and humor. If you're a fan of feel-good fiction with faith, wit, and a whole lot of charm, this one's for you!Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.Find us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Today's Solid Books:Dear Henry, Love Edith by Becca KinzerLove in Tandem by Becca KinzerFirst Love, Second Draft by Becca Kinzer

Kathleen, Kat, and James get wrapped up in the mystery of Liz Moore's thrilling novel, The God of the Woods. Join our hosts for a discussion on how they approach mystery fiction, narrative structure, and the importance of a good reveal.Please take our survey to help us make Booked Solid even better! Let us know what you enjoy and what improvements we can make for the future.   To place a hold on any of the titles mentioned in this episode, check out our Booked Solid reading list on the New Canaan Library website.

In this episode, Steph + Han sit down with internationally bestselling author Joy Callaway for a lively, heartfelt conversation about her upcoming TWO book releases—The Star of Camp Greene (May 6) and Sing Me Home to Carolina (June 10). Joy delves into her foray from historical into contemporary fiction, the inspiration behind her sparkling stories, and marketing beyond social media. We also gleaned her sage advice for contemporary authors looking to dabble in historical tales. Plus, we peeled back the curtain on book tours! Whether you're a longtime fan or new to Joy's work, this is a must-listen episode filled with warmth, wit, and behind-the-scenes insights into a writer's world!Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties! Find Joy Callaway on InstagramToday's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.Find us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Today's Solid Books:Sing Me Home to Carolina by Joy CallawayThe Star of Camp Greene by Joy CallawayWhat the Mountains Remember by Joy CallawayAll the Pretty Places by Joy CallawayThe Fifth Avenue Artists Society by Joy CallawaySecret Sisters by Joy CallawayThe Grand Design by Joy Callaway

Pour yourself some sweet tea for this sit-down with beloved Southern fiction author Kristy Woodson Harvey, the New York Times, USA Today, and Publisher's Weekly bestselling queen! You don't want to miss this delightful conversation about her upcoming novel Beach House Rules, hitting shelves May 27, plus so much more. Kristy shares the spark behind the story's “mommune,” her knack for conveying irresistible Southern charm, and her path to becoming a bestselling author. The conversation also touches on the magic behind Friends & Fiction, the hit web show and podcast she cohosts with fellow powerhouse authors. Full of laughter, insight, and honesty, this episode is the perfect pre-summer treat! Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.Find us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Today's Solid Books:Beach House Rules by Kristy Woodson HarveyA Happier by Kristy Woodson HarveyThe Peachtree Bluff Series by Kristy Woodson Harvey

Pinch us because we're up in the clouds over this sunny conversation with the endlessly lovable Emma Grey! In today's episode of Booked Solid, we chat with the bestselling author about her latest smash-hit release, Pictures of You, along with her dazzling tearjerker and global breakout of a debut, The Last Love Note. Emma shares insights into her intricate storytelling process, blending humor with deep themes like grief and loss, and the challenge of major rewrites after the book deal. Plus, she reveals a peek into the moment with Zibby Owens that changed her life. Tune in for a conversation filled with inspiration, honesty, and plenty of laughs!Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.Find us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we interview Kim Vogel Sawyer, a bestselling author of inspirational Christian fiction. Kim shares her passion for crafting stories that edify God's children and offer hope through His grace. She discusses her writing process, which begins with prayer and reflection on God's Word, and how storytelling, like Jesus' parables, can impact hearts and reveal His purpose. Tune in to hear more about her journey and how her faith shapes every word she writes!Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.Find us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The first Shoot to the Top Webinar is on the 2nd of April and it's all about getting higher value clients for your business. ⁠⁠⁠⁠To find out more and book click here.⁠⁠⁠Dan started as an engineer and then moved over to running a photography business. Dan got a studio early in his career. When he started, there was a group of local businesseswith a shared space where he started with a desk. Then, as others left, he took over more of the space to make it his studio. Sam likes a few things on his website, especially the call to action “apply to work with us”.  Dan said he got the ideafrom the book “Booked Solid” by Paul J DiGrigoli It gives the impression that he is so busy that you have to apply to work with him as he is so busy. Dan has upended his about page, making it entirely about the visitor, not about him. Marcus asks about the video and Dan said he got into this due to demand rather than it being something he wanted to do. Dan outsources any work he gets in. So, he works as a creative director, but the sub-contractor films and edits the videos.he says there are lots of freelancers out there who can work with you. Dan says that estimating the edit time is one of the most challenging parts of a video quote. Marcus asks Dan about his style and he says his style develops as you shoot rather than trying to force a style upon your work. Sam asks Dan about his niching as his work is very niched. Dan says this is largely based on his background and who he knew when he was an engineer. Although initially he was very general, he then focused on a niche. Dan said he found that once he niched, everything became much easier in terms of marketing and getting referrals. Dan said the secret of niching is also that you don't have to stick to your niche with your work, only in your marketing. Sam also discussed the idea that niching allows you to charge more as you are a specialist, not ageneralist.Dan has a group he has put together called fathers of Focus. This is a group for photographers that he runs. Dan wants to help others. He finds that the business side of the business is something he enjoys and has lots of experience with. While many photographers don't feel confident in this area. So the group is to bring photographers together and give them confidence in running their business. The group is aimed at family focused men. To find out more about the group, youcan visit them here.Dan Barker is a former aerospace engineer who now runs a photography and video production business focused on helping manufacturers. After picking up a camera in 2012 to help with his wife's business, he realised how much he enjoyed photography. Making time to teach himself about photography and business while working full-time in aerospace engineering, he gradually began to pick up paying clients. He has a successful business which supports his family and now he helps others do the same through his mastermind community Fathers of Focus.To get the Shoot to the Top Podcast in your inbox every week to ensure you don't miss an episode,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can connect with Dan on LinkedIn here

In this episode, we sit down with bestselling author Pepper Basham, known for her captivating stories featuring heartwarming romance and her newest novel with a charming Scotsman! Join us as Pepper shares the inspiration behind her beloved novels, her creative process, and what it's like to write stories that blend wit, romance, and rich historical settings.Pepper opens up about the role of her faith in her writing journey and how it shapes the stories she tells. She shares wise words from her years of experience as a seasoned author, offering insight into how to stay grounded in the midst of a writing career and stay true to your voice. We also dive into her passion for creating characters who not only make readers laugh but also learn and grow, making every story not just entertaining but meaningful.Whether you're a fan of Pepper's books or just love stories full of warmth, humor, and delightful charm, this episode will leave you feeling peppered with joy.Tune in for a delightful conversation filled with inspiration, laughter, and plenty of hot Scots!Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.Find us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Today's Solid Books:Some Like it Scot by Pepper BashamAuthentically Izzy by Pepper Basham

Let's say you hired a personal trainer with the goal of "getting into shape"… But instead of coaching you, they literally did the workouts for you. They ran the miles. They lifted the weights. They meal-prepped and tracked every calorie. Meanwhile, you're on the sofa binging White Lotus... and somehow you get in the best shape of your life. That would break the entire fitness industry. But in business, that's exactly how it works. You hire people. They do the work. You get the results. Yet most 6 figure freelancers stay stuck. Overbooked. Overwhelmed. Dropping the ball on clients because they can't take on more work… but also can't say no to more money. If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down exactly how to scale beyond that low six-figure plateau - without drowning in work. Whether you want to build a micro-agency to multiple six figures or a full-blown team to seven figures, this is the roadmap to hiring smart, working less, and making more. For full show notes, visit https://6figurecreative.com/355

Kathleen, Kat, and James put their heads together and talk about the nonfiction book selection for the season, Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. The group discusses nature, science, the environment, and the ways in which we see and understand the world.Please take our survey to help us make Booked Solid even better! Let us know what you enjoy and what improvements we can make for the future.   To place a hold on any of the titles mentioned in this episode, check out our Booked Solid reading list on the New Canaan Library website.

Join us in welcoming the wonderful Courtney Walsh to the hot (but never too spicy) seat! We've been dreaming of chatting with her since launching the pod, so today is a dream come true! If you're like us, Courtney has won you all-the-way over with her vibrant corner of Instagram, swoony low-spice romance novels, and inspiring hybrid career combining all the best of traditional and indie publishing. We are proud to call her a colleague and now a bonafide Booked Solid bestie! The invaluable things we learned in one sitting!We cover everything from Courtney's writing process and social media strategy (how does she do it?!) to her latest magical series and start in the publishing world (plus her incredible evolution).You don't want to miss this one, besties! Thank you so much for listening!Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.Today's Solid Books:Only Magic in the Building SeriesThe Cupid Chronicles by Courtney WalshEverything's Coming Up Rosie by Courtney WalshMy Lucky Charm by Courtney WalshThe Summer of Yes by Courtney WalshThe Happy Life of Isadora Bentley by Courtney Walsh

Grab your favorite mug and get cozy because in this episode, Hannah Caitlin Parker is spilling all the tea about her reading life! First up, she's dishing about House of My Mother by Shari Franke, a memoir that will stick with you long after you finish(and make you want to binge the Hulu doc Devil in The Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke ASAP). Then, she's swooning over Authentically Izzy by Pepper Basham, a sweet closed-door romcom that you don't want to miss. And last but definitely not least, she's giving us a sneak peek of Pictures of You  by Emma Grey, a book that promises to be a rollercoaster of love, loss, and everything in between. So, whether you're in the mood for a heart-wrenching memoir or a swoony romance, Hannah's got you covered. Don't miss out on the bookish fun!Find us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.

Grab your headphones and join us for an exciting episode with Lynette from Storyhooked: the book blogger, podcast host, and all-around spreader of sunshine! In this conversation, we dive deep into some HOT topics, starting with the fiery controversy surrounding spicy romance novels—what's all the fuss about and where do we draw the line? From there, we explore the world of Bookstagram, chatting about its unique culture, the pressure to curate the 'perfect' bookish aesthetic, and the joy of connecting with fellow readers. Plus, Lynette shares her wisdom on how she manages to be a light in the book community, even on the hardest days. Tune in for a fun, honest, and inspiring chat that's sure to leave you feeling both energized and uplifted!Find us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.Today's Solid Authors:Sarah AdamsKelly AndrewJoanna BarkerKatherine CenterStephanie GarberRachel GilligSarah J. MaasRuth McKellMary E. Pearson Rebecca RossJessica ScarlettHannah WhittenToday's Solid Books:Better than the Movies by Lynn PainterHappily Never After by Lynn PainterAlchemy of Secrets by Stephanie GarberThe Rom-Commers by Katherine CenterThe Love Haters by Katherine CenterThe Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay AdamsAll Your Perfects by Colleen HooverBefore I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan⁠Tell Me Three Things Julie Buxbaum⁠Forever and Back by Ashley Manley

Alright, Bookish Besties...If you've ever wondered how to turn your manuscript into a published book without pulling your hair out, J.A. is here to share all her secrets for making the journey smooth and stress-free.J.A. breaks down the indie publishing process in a way that makes it feel totally doable, whether you're just getting started or looking to streamline your current process. She shares her top tips for everything—from formatting to marketing, and how to avoid the common pitfalls that can trip up new indie authors. With J.A.'s advice, you'll feel confident and ready to take on the publishing world, one step at a time.But that's not all! J.A. also spills the tea on her latest release, On The Slopes of Tahoe, a sweet and swoony brothers' best friend romance with themes of found family and heartfelt moments. Oh, did I mention a single dad of a little girl? Yup. That's Breck.So, whether you're dreaming of becoming an indie author or just looking for some romcom inspiration, this episode has you covered. J.A.'s tips, passion, and fun energy will have you feeling like you've got a friend guiding you through the process. Grab a cup of coffee and let's dive into the world of indie publishing with J.A. Forde!Follow J.A. FordeInstagramAll Her Links in One SpotFind us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, travel designer with Holiday Road Adventures. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.

Kathleen, Kat, and James travel through time to discuss Kaliane Bradley's science fiction romance book, The Ministry of Time. Our hosts talk about genre fiction, out-of-time romance stories, and all the questions they have about time travel ethics, shady government experiments, and the suspicious convenience of having an inadvisable roommate.Please take our survey to help us make Booked Solid even better! Let us know what you enjoy and what improvements we can make for the future.   To place a hold on any of the titles mentioned in this episode, check out our Booked Solid reading list on the New Canaan Library website.

In this episode of The Booked Solid Podcast, we're joined by the sensational Sophie Cousens, New York Times bestselling author of recent smash hit Is She Really Going Out With Him?, plus The Good Part, Before I Do, Just Haven't Met You Yet, and This Time Next Year. We dive deep into the heart behind her latest beloved rom-com, filled with all the classic tropes we adore, and explore the journey of having her debut novel adapted into a film. Sophie opens up about the highs and lows of navigating the UK author life while reaching a massive US audience, and shares what it's like to see her work come to life on the big screen. It's an episode packed with laughter, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes stories you won't want to miss!Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties!Find Sophie Cousens Online:Her WebsiteHer InstagramFind us on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@stephanienmack⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Today's Solid Sponsor:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, luxury + family travel advisor. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her ⁠website⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com.Today's Solid Books:Is She Really Going Out with Him? by Sophie CousensThe Good Part by Sophie CousensBefore I Do by Sophie CousensJust Haven't Met You Yet by Sophie CousensThis Time Next Year by Sophie CousensJames by Percival EverettThe Husbands by Holly GramazioWedding People by Alison Espach

It's time for a bookish rewind, and we're serving up all the best reads of 2024 with a side of excitement for 2025! Join your literary BFFs, Hannah and Stephanie, as they spill the tea on the books that made them swoon, laugh, cry, and, yes, sometimes even ugly-cry this year. From "Oh my gosh, this is the best thing I've ever read!" to "How did I not know about this book?!," get ready for an episode full of bookish love and lots of laughs. Plus, we're sharing all the books we can't wait to get our hands on in 2025, because our TBR lists are already packed and ready for the new year! Join the Conversation!We want to hear all about your top reads of 2024 and what's already on your TBR for 2025! Chat with us on Instagram @bookedsolidpod and tag us with #BookedSolidRewind2024 – we'll be fangirling with you!

Starting your career as a personal trainer can feel daunting, especially when you're staring at an empty client list. In this episode, we tackle the challenge head-on with From Zero to Booked Solid: Tips for Getting Your First 10 Clients.Join [Your Name] as we dive into practical, proven strategies to help you attract, connect, and convert your first few clients into loyal advocates. You'll learn how to:Define your ideal client and build your online presence.Leverage your personal network and local partnerships.Master consultations, create irresistible offers, and scale your roster with referrals.Whether you're newly certified or ready to reignite your career, this episode is your blueprint for building a thriving personal training business from the ground up.Tune in and take the first step towards a booked-solid schedule today!Show links:Business and Sales: The Guide to Success as a Personal Trainer CourseSupport the show

For our first-ever crossover episode, we are thrilled to share this timely convo with the fabulous gals of the Lit Ladies podcast! They are three writers and moms exploring how to live out their faith in their literary lives. Tune in as we take turns spotlighting major trends we observe in the current book world—and hash out whether they're forever or fleeting. Topics include: Romantasy: Seeing its peak or still rising high? Bookish Books: Trendy or timeless? Book Covers: Let's chat headless figures, cartoon lovers, and more!  #Bookstagram: Does it still have the final word? Audiobooks: Is the boom only just beginning? Find the Lit Ladies on Instagram (@litladiespod, @kellyborjaswrites, @christie_b_kern_writes,@karissariffel.books)! Find us on Instagram (⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠@stephanienmack⁠)!  ⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠ ⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠ Thank you so much for listening, bookish besties! TODAY'S SOLID BOOKS: Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Funny Story by Emily Henry First Love, Second Draft by Becca Kinzer Meet Me in the Margins by Melissa Ferguson

We're giddy to welcome the one + only Robin Jones Gunn to the Booked Solid podcast! Her beloved Christy Miller series shaped the teen years of countless millennial women—and today, it resonates with their daughters. Don't miss this uniquely inspiring and tender conversation with the woman behind this once-in-a-generation sensation + many more bestselling books. Join us as we chat all things teen reads and celebrate the release of Robin's newest contemporary Christian women's fiction novel, Tea with Elephants. We promise you'll walk away from this episode with at least one nugget of greatness—on the impact of Christy Miller, befriending failure, saying no wisely, and so much more! Thank you for joining us, Robin! And thank YOU, bookish besties, for submitting such thoughtful comments + questions for this special episode! Find Robin on Instagram and her website! Find us on Instagram (⁠@bookedsolidpod⁠, ⁠@hannahbooksit⁠, ⁠@stephanienmack⁠)!  ⁠Subscribe to Hannah's Newsletter⁠ ⁠Subscribe to Stephanie's Newsletter⁠ TODAY'S SOLID LINKS: Facebook Group: Book Reviews for Christian Families Suttle Tea Wanja's Masala Chai TODAY'S SOLID BOOKS: Tea with Elephants by Robin Jones Gunn The Christy Miller Series by Robin Jones Gunn The Sierra Jensen Series by Robin Jones Gunn The Katie Weldon Series by Robin Jones Gunn Finding Father Christmas by Robin Jones Gunn Engaging Father Christmas by Robin Jones Gunn Kissing Father Christmas by Robin Jones Gunn

Welcome back, bookish besties! Oh, how we've missed you! We're ecstatic to kick off SEASON TWO of Booked Solid! We can't wait to roll out our lineup of literary luminaries for you guys in the coming months! Today join Hannah + Steph for a special kick-off episode where we reflect on our ACFW conference experience, share our September highlights + rave reads, and tease the (lit!) season ahead! Shows we're loving and writerly updates? You know we've got those, too! Thank you so much for listening! Let's goooooo! Find us on Instagram (@bookedsolidpod, @hannahcaitlinparker, @stephanienmack)! TODAY'S SOLID BOOKS: The Housemaid by Freida McFadden The Housemaid's Secret by Freida McFadden The Inmate by Freida McFadden The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty Lowcountry Lost by T.I. Lowe  Under the Magnolias by T.I. Lowe The Little Bookshop of Promises by Debbie Macomber 

We're officially here, bookish besties! We've reached the end of BOOKED SOLID's first season ever! And what better way to go out than with the woman behind one of Han + Steph's all-time, iconic favorites?Enormous welcome to Martha Hall Kelly—New York Times bestselling author of Lilac Girls, Lost Roses, The Golden Doves, and more. This conversation quite honestly blew us away! Tune in for the spark behind her international mega-hit (also her debut, nbd!), practical writing advice (A+ recs), and fascinating industry takes (her story is such a WOW)!Thank you with all of our hearts + ears for sitting down with us, MHK! We'll see you on Martha's Vineyard!Find Martha Hall Kelly on Instagram + her website!Find us on Instagram (@bookedsolidpod, @hannahbooksit, @stephanienmack)!And thank YOU, friends, for listening + learning along with us throughout these indescribable months!Stay super-tuned for Season 2, launching the first week of October after a brief hiatus! We're scheming + dreaming + BOOKING, bigger than ever before!TODAY'S SOLID SPONSOR:Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, luxury + family travel advisor. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway!“Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly GreerFind Kelly on her website, Instagram, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.comTODAY'S SOLID READS:Lilac Girls by Martha Hall KellyLost Roses by Martha Hall KellySunflower Sisters by Martha Hall KellyThe Golden Doves by Martha Hall KellyThe Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club by Martha Hall KellyBefore and After the Book Deal by Courtney Maum

Are we dreaming or did we really sit down with Katherine Center for the bookish chat of a lifetime?! Tune in for this week's interview with the New York Times bestselling author + all-time favorite of ours (and so many of you)! We leave no page unturned in this fun-filled, inspiring, comprehensive conversation with one of the best in the biz. What makes a good love story? What does a year-in-the-life look like for Katherine Center? How did she get her start?  We're serving it all + more today, besties! Thank you so much for listening! Leave a review, send us your questions, drop us a hi anytime! Find Katherine on Instagram (@katherinecenter) and her website! Find us on Instagram (@bookedsolidpod,@hannahbooksit, @stephanienmack)! TODAY'S SOLID SPONSOR: Today's episode of the Booked Solid podcast is brought to you by Kelly Greer, luxury + family travel advisor. Get Booked Solid—on your perfect getaway! “Traveling leaves you speechless and then turns you into a storyteller.” — Kelly Greer Find Kelly on her website, Instagram, and/or email her directly with inquiries: kelly.greer@holidayroadadventures.com. TODAY'S SOLID READS: The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center How to Walk Away by Katherine Center The Bodyguard by Katherine Center Thinks You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center  Hello Stranger by Katherine Center  The Science of Storytelling by Will Storr The Summer Pact by Emily Giffin  Save the Cat! by Blake Snyder

From the earliest spark of the Booked Solid podcast, Han + Steph have been dreaming up today's episode—and hopefully many like it to come! This week we giddily share our first-ever conversation with a LITERARY AGENT! Not to mention, a bestselling author, brilliant mind, and beautifully solid woman + leader we admire in #alltheways! Welcome, Kristy Cambron! Where do we even begin with our love for this guest + episode?! Avid readers, querying writers, and established authors alike will connect with something special in here—we're SURE of it! Grab your popcorn + pods, BBs! Dive in with us as we cover: - Kristy's invaluable dual perspective as an agent AND author - The essential things Kristy seeks in a query - Is the query process still effective in matchmaking agents + clients? - Key trends in the market - How much DOES platform matter for aspiring fiction authors? … and oh-so much MORE! Find Kristy on Instagram + her website! Find us on Instagram (@hannahbooksit, @stephanienmack, @bookedsolidpod)! TODAY'S SOLID BOOKS: The British Booksellers by Kristy Cambron The Paris Dressmaker by Kristy Cambron The Butterfly and the Violin by Kristy Cambron Wild by Cheryl Strayed Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez Memory Lane by Becky Wade Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed  Walking on Water by Madeleine L'Engle The Women by Kristin Hannah

In this episode of the Beauty Expanded podcast, I sit down with Elizabeth, a PMU coach from the District of Beauty. We discuss strategies for refining your service messaging, attracting your ideal clients, and mastering the booking process.Elizabeth shares her journey and emphasizes the importance of effective communication and understanding clients' emotions to excel in the beauty industry. Additionally, we explore the unique challenges faced by ADHD entrepreneurs, particularly analysis paralysis. Elizabeth offers practical steps to simplify business processes and maintain authenticity. Listen in to learn how to elevate your PMU business, increase pricing, and showcase your true self in the market.About Elizabeth SnareElizabeth is a PMU Brow artist with almost 8 years of experience, specializing in microblading, powder brows, and nano brows. She's passionate about creating natural-looking brows that enhance her clients' unique beauty. Elizabeth considers herself a color specialist, with a deep love for pigment science and color theory.After a challenging start in the industry, Elizabeth discovered the power of authentic marketing and client connection. Now, she's on a mission to help other artists find their voice and succeed in the PMU world.When she's not transforming brows or coaching artists, Elizabeth is a proud mom to a spirited 5-year-old daughter. She's an avid learner, hobby collector (thanks to ADHD!), outdoor enthusiast, and lover of a good smutty book.Connect with Elizabeth:Marketing Page: @thedistrictofbeautyBrow Page: @districtofbeautybrowsHave a question for me? Someone you want to recommend on our show?Leave me a voice note: https://www.speakpipe.com/BeautyExpanded Jayd Hernandez is a Camouflage Tattoo Artist, Educator of Studio Conceal and the Host of the Beauty Expanded podcast, where she shares her insights and expertise on mindset shifts for beauty professionals. Through her podcast, she hopes to challenge limiting beliefs and norms of "hustle culture" so that you can pursue dreams and goals in a healthier, more meaningful way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send LA a text message!When you're in alignment, everything is easier and more enjoyable. But when you're out of alignment, you might find yourself waking up dreading the things you have to do. Building a business is more than big numbers and goals, it's about creating something that fills your soul and allows you to live and work the way you want.Today's episode is an extra special one because our guest, Milana Leshinsky, was the very first coach I met back in 2003 and was a foundational mentor who planted the seed for my career as a speaker and coach.In this episode, you'll learn:The history Milana and I have togetherMilana's from music teacher to coach and software founderWhat Milana's successful career brought herThe impact of our money stories and Milana's mindsetBurnout and walking away from a 7-figure businessThe importance of alignment and listening to the signalsThe ripple effects of making decisions and taking different actionWhy being booked solid is not the best goalHow to make money as you sleepMilana is the author of two books, "Coaching Millions" and "Simplicity Entrepreneurship", and the originator of telesummit. She is also the creator of Coaching Genie, a coaching platform that allows you to create and deliver your coaching programs online. Since 2001, Milana has created and sold $9+ million dollars of programs, products, and trainings. Her goal is to empower thousands of freedom-seeking experts and entrepreneurs to conquer chaos, leverage their genius, and bring value to others without experiencing burnout.Resources from this episodeFoundations for Getting Out of Your Head - a FREE 5-day private podcast experience. During this 5-day private podcast experience, I will cut through the noise and be your guide to breaking free from what is holding you back - your thoughts.Check out Milana's book on Amazon: Simplicity Entrepreneurship: Escape Burnout, Find Flow, and Discover the Shortest Path to ProfitListen to Milana's composition at milana.com/music. Connect with Milana LeshinskyInstagram: @milanaleshinsky Coaching Website: coachinggenie.com Website: milana.com Connect with LauraAuraFacebook: @thatlauraauraTikTok:  @thatlauraauraInstagram: @thatlauraauraWebsite: LauraAura.comSupport the Show.THANK YOU, GUTSY TRIBE!We love, love, love to read your comments, feedback, and reviews. If you haven't yet, drop us one below! Your review might even get highlighted within one of our gutsy love posts or on our website.https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/the-gutsy-podcast/id1445481970

Calling audiobook junkies! In perhaps our most unique episode to date, we had the thrill of sitting down with insanely talented narrator + musical artist Talon David! With 90+ audiobook credits to her name, Talon knows the ins, outs, ups, and downs of voiceover work like you've never heard it before! She performs books of all genres, including titles by three of our Booked Solid author guests so far: Bethany Turner, Erin Phillips, and Melissa Ferguson. We were already dazzled by Talon's voice + portfolio, but this conversation took our fandom to whole-new heights! Join us for this fascinating discussion of: - Talon's journey, process, and dynamo heart - A day-in-the-life of an audiobook narrator - Vocal health: what does it mean and what should we know? - AI's impact on the audio world: the good, the bad, and the medium …and more! Thank you for listening, bookish besties! We can't wait to hear what you think! Find Talon on Instagram (@talondavidvoices), her website (www.talondavid.com), Spotify, and all over Audible! Find us on Instagram (@bookedsolidpod, @hannahbooksit, @stephanienmack)! TODAY'S SOLID BOOKS: Cole and Laila Are Just Friends by Bethany Turner Brynn and Sebastian Hate Each Other A Crown of Chains by Erin Phillips Famous for a Living by Melissa Ferguson Meet Me in the Margins by Melissa Ferguson Suing Cinderella by Stephanie Mack

Welcome to The Booked Solid Podcast with Han + Steph! From the OC to Alabama, we'll be serving you ALL things #bookish on the BOOKED SOLID podcast!!! From our reader + author perspective. We share a huge passion for God, books, writing, and guiding women like us to SOLID reads! Chats to come with us gals + some of the most incredible minds in the industry. Authors, agents, bloggers, editors, bookstore owners, you name it! Fun ideas?! Send ‘em our way! TODAY'S SOLID BOOKS: Ruby Holler by Sharon Creech A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis Nancy Drew Mystery Stories by Carolyn Keene Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne Angels Walking Series by Karen Kingsbury A Happier Life by Kristy Woodson Harvey The Women by Kristin Hannah Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle

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Ask anyone really successful how you can get successful and they'll all tell you the same thing. It's actually very simple. But simple does not make it easy.This week on the podcast I'm speaking with the 'gentleman adventurer' of marketing and the 'secret agent' of the coaching industry - here to share how he became 'Booked Solid' and to share how you can be successful on your mission... should you choose to accept to accept it?About Matthew KimberlyMatthew Kimberley is the Head of Book Yourself Solid Worldwide. He's also the author of Get A F*cking Grip and the creator of Delightful Emails and the School for Selling. He lives in Malta with two boys and one dog and when he is not with them, he's traveling the world speaking on stages from Singapore to San Diego. He mostly likes good Scotch and better conversation.https://matthewkimberley.com/----Get your copy of my Personal Brand Business Blueprint It's the FREE roadmap to starting, scaling or just fixing your expert business.www.amplifyme.agency/roadmap----Subscribe to my Youtube!! Follow on Instagram and Twitter @bobgentleJoin the Amplify Insiders Facebook Community : www.amplifyme.agency/insidersPlease take a second to rate this show in Apple Podcasts. ❤ It will mean a lot to me.

 Achieving a Booked Solid Beauty Business | Pro Strategies for Success Are you ready to take your beauty business to the next level? I've got some incredible strategies to share with you in this episode that will help you achieve a fully booked and thriving beauty business. We all know that being booked out goes beyond just having a busy schedule. It's about creating financial stability, predictability, and income security. In this episode, I'll unveil the secrets to attracting more clients and ensuring your schedule is always filled. Join me as I dive into the importance of establishing efficient systems that keep clients flowing into your sales funnel, guaranteeing a consistent stream of revenue. I'll also uncover those hidden areas where you might be leaving money on the table without even realizing it. But that's not all! I'll reveal the one thing that sets you apart from your competition and gives you that unique edge that clients can't resist. You won't want to miss these valuable tips that will supercharge your client list and fill your schedule with clients you absolutely love. So, click now to listen to this episode and unlock the key to your success! And hey, if you're ready to take things to the next level, I've got something special for you. Join my exclusive 5-day Booked & Busy Challenge, where you'll receive intense training that guarantees the attraction of 30 new clients to your beauty business! Click to join our dedicated Facebook group and gain access to this transformative challenge. Your journey to success starts right here, my friend! Https://www.bookedandbusybusiness.com Podcast mentioned in the video: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pretty-rich/id1431091834?i=1000462898816 https://open.spotify.com/episode/0zoXDxmakXKsqiFNBrbdAd?si=3d6c8c9b7c7f4559 //VISIT https://www.sheilabella.com/apply to sign up for a free 60-minute strategy call to learn more about Pretty Rich Bosses and set you on a path of success for your business. //CHECK OUT OUR PRETTY RICH BOSSES TESTIMONIALS// https://www.sheilabella.com/testimonials //JOIN OUR FACEBOOK GROUP BEAUTY BIZ SECRETS: https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautybizsecrets   //VISIT http://www.thepmusummit.com  to register for the AAM Summit 2023 //FREE RESOURCES: https://sheilabella.com/free   // F O L L O W Website | www.SheilaBella.com //Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/realsheilabella      

Today I'm telling you how I successfully moved into my salon suite with zero clients to start with!We're going to talk all about what did and what did not work for me while I was trying to build my clientele. Tune in to get all the tea on what you should be focusing on if you are trying to build your marketing efforts and get more new guests in your chair. https://hunterdonia.com/marketingGet 1 month FREE on your Business Phone # Streamline your business with user-friendly forms. Join Jotform here!

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You can admire Brandon Bornancin, this week's guest on Stay Paid, for so many things: pulling himself out of poverty; earning $12M for on online poker company by the age of 21; having the grit to start a company, fail to the tune of $4M, and start again; or revolutionizing the sales industry by building Seamless.AI, a search engine that can find anyone's contact information. But one of the most admirable things about Brandon is his mindset. Brandon talks with the Stay Paid pals about his life story, how he build Seamless.AI, and great tips for appointment setting—but what really sticks with is how he sets goals and attends to what he calls “The 5 Pillars of Life.” You can get more in-depth information and added details not included in the episode from our show notes. Visit www.staypaidpodcast.com.    Connect | Resources LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonbornancin/ Instagram: @brandonbornancinofficial    Website: Seamless.AI Use referral code Stay Paid and get: Free daily newsletter $500 of free sales leads $500 of free bonus referral credits   Books: Whatever It Takes - https://amzn.to/3OXUJ8w Sales Secrets - https://amzn.to/3ORLHdi Seven Figure Social Selling - https://amzn.to/3PXtg8r   We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an advertising program designed to provide a means for ReminderMedia to earn a small fee by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.    0:00     Introduction 1:57     Brandon's business bio 4:33     Brandon's first success as an entrepreneur 5:22     Brandon's first failure as an entrepreneur 7:21     Seamless.AI origin story  8:39     Seamless.AI capabilities and success 11:06   Mindset and the 5 pillars 14:23   What holds you back: Lack of knowledge 16:03   What holds you back: Lack of activity 18:35   What holds you back: Fear 20:21   Tip #1: Appointment booking 23:40   Tip #2: Appointment booking 27:39   Tip #3: Appointment booking 29:02   Sales training: scripted or free form 33:50   Brandon's routines for success 0:00     Action Item   To learn how to generate more referrals and repeat business, visit: www.remindermedia.com   Follow Stay Paid: https://www.tiktok.com/@staypaid_podcast https://www.facebook.com/staypaidpodcast https://www.instagram.com/staypaidpodcast