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When anxiety shows up in your business, it doesn't always look like fear — sometimes it looks like control, overthinking, urgency, or trying to force the outcome before you move. This episode helps you recognize where anxiety is driving your decisions, regulate your nervous system, and return to grounded leadership so your business is led by truth, not panic. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here UNHINGED COMMENTS: Starts at 4:26 SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 6:21 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 9:37 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot RESOURCE: Influencer Rate Calculator from Soulcial Society EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 575 – BECOMING A VISIBILITY MAGNET EPISODE 566 – THIS IS THE WORK NO ONE TALKS ABOUT EPISODE 526 – STORY DRIVEN CONTENT: MY NEXT IG EXPERIMENT EPISODE 476 – THE HARD IN BUSINESS EPISODE 426 – WHY INTENTION IS POWERFUL IN BUSINESS EPISODE 376 – WHY I DELETED MY ENTIRE EMAIL LIST EPISODE 326 – WHAT NOT TO FORGET WHEN STARTING A BUSINESS EPISODE 276 – WHAT ARE YOU REALLY SELLING? EPISODE 176 – OVERCOMING ROADBLOCKS  FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – Sugar Creek Farm Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Thanks to Our Tique Talks Sponsors:Travel Collection - Connect and learn more about TC's DMCsFlytographer - Earn commission on professional vacation photographyCozy Earth - Use code COZYTIQUE at checkoutGrowing your business shouldn't require working around the clock. Catherine Denham, founder of Catherine Denham Travel and an affiliate of Brownell Travel, shares how intentional systems, strategic hiring, and a commitment to exceptional service helped her transform a one-woman operation into a thriving, relationship-driven agency on track to surpass $5 million in sales. Catherine opens up about the lessons she learned from booking everything, undercharging, and trying to do it all herself. She also shares how personality profiles have shaped her hiring decisions and how the right processes have allowed her team to scale without sacrificing the personalized experience their clients value most.About Catherine Denham:Travel has shaped Catherine's life since childhood, when annual family adventures—across the country and around the world—inspired her curiosity and molded the way she sees the world. That early sense of wonder eventually led her into hospitality, where she began her career at Sea Island Resorts more than 20 years ago. Her passion for service has only deepened since. Today, as the founder of Catherine Denham Travel, she blends lifelong experience, industry expertise, and global relationships to craft seamless, one-of-a-kind journeys. From indulgent weekend escapes to intricate multi-country adventures, Catherine thrives on uncovering each client's dreams and translating them into immersive itineraries enriched by insider access and thoughtful detail.cdenhamtravel.cominstagram.com/catherine.denham.travelToday we will cover:(01:40) Catherine's path to travel(04:45) Why booking everything and not charging fees slowed her growth(14:50) Hiring, team roles and workflow(22:30) How monday.com, Dubsado, and Zoom support the team(28:05) Using AI Without Losing Personalization(34:25) How the Birkman method helped build the right team(41:15) Catherine's long-term vision and the path toward $5 million in sales(46:00) Small details that create big referrals→ Grab Your Ticket to The Travel Business Intensive! Early bird pricing of $295 available through July 14!FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM @TiqueHQ

This week's chat with Morín completely shifted how I think about working with my own body inside my business. We get into why she became a “brand strategist for the cyclical future of work,” how the four phases of the menstrual cycle map onto the seasons of nature, and why she believes the missing piece of every brand strategy is the body itself.The whole episode is full of the kind of gentle reframes that quietly change how you show up in your business.What we get into:* The four phases of the menstrual cycle and how to actually sync your work to them* Why rest is a resource, not a reward you earn after pushing through* Why your body is the capacity your business runs on (and what happens when you ignore it)About Morín:Morín Glimmer is a London-based feminist brand strategist and founder of Rosy Futures, a practice working at the intersection of brand, body, and business. Drawing on 15 years of brand development and over 30 years of living with PMDD, she helps feminist founders build identity-led brand foundations that hold, and uses cyclical living principles as an operational methodology in business. She co-hosts the podcast Wombly Being with Rosannah Jones, and her longer-term work is pointed toward rebuilding workplaces and economic structures around cyclical bodies, not against them.Links from this episode:* Wombly Being podcast* Wait list for The Bloody Work workshop* Website: rosyfutures.com* LinkedIn: Morín Glimmer* Instagram: @rosy.futuresBook recs from Morín:* Wild Power by Alexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Wurlitzer* Her Blood is Gold by Lara Owen* Period Power, Perimenopause Power, and Powerful by Maisie Hill* Caliban and the Witch by Silvia Federici* Mother Tongue by Jenni Nuttall======================

Being more magnetic in your business doesn't mean becoming louder, shinier, or more performative for the algorithm. It means getting clearer about what you believe, what you're here to say, and who you're actually trying to call in. In this episode, I share how honest expression, lived experience, and a recognizable point of view can help you stop blending in and start becoming the person your right-fit people know to come back to. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here UNHINGED COMMENTS: Starts at 4:27 SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 6:06 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 11:57 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot RESOURCE: Influencer Rate Calculator from Soulcial Society EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 574 – 10 MISTAKES YOU MIGHT BE MAKING EPISODE 565 – THE PIVOT I DIDN'T PLAN EPISODE 525 – I ALMOST QUIT BEFORE I EVER LAUNCHED: 10 YEARS OF PODCASTING WITH MY RIDE-OR-DIE EDITOR EPISODE 475 –  VISIBILITY TIPS FOR YOUR BUSINESS EPISODE 425 – HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR BRAND STORY EPISODE 375 – THE IMPORTANCE OF A MORNING ROUTINE EPISODE 325 – HOW TO FIND YOUR DREAM LIFE EPISODE 275 – WHEN LIFE THROWS YOU A CURVE BALL EPISODE 175 –  INVESTING IN A BRANDING PHOTOSHOOT FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – Sugar Creek Farm Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

AI can help you move faster, but if your messaging is unclear, your data is ignored, and your backend is duct-taped together, all you're really doing is scaling the chaos. I'm breaking down the business mistakes I'm seeing right now so you can stop guessing, clean up what's actually not working, and build from clarity – not panic. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here UNHINGED COMMENTS: Starts at 4:50 SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 9:10 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 12:22 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot RESOURCE: Influencer Rate Calculator from Soulcial Society EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 573 – UGC WITHOUT THE WEIRD  EPISODE 564 – STOP SWEETENING WHAT'S NOT WORKING EPISODE 524 – RIPPED OFF TWICE: A LESSON IN ORIGINALITY & OWNERSHIP EPISODE 474 – ANALYSIS PARALYSIS IN BUSINESS EPISODE 424 – THE MUST HAVE BUSINESS SECRET SAUCE EPISODE 374 – HOW TO PERFECT YOUR CONTACT PAGE EPISODE 324 – WHY YOU SHOULD ROLL OUT YOUR OWN RED CARPET EPISODE 274 – WHY YOUR WHY IS SO IMPORTANT EPISODE 173 – THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT RUNNING A BLOG FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – Sugar Creek Farm Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

What happens when your body gives up… but your business still depends on you?In this powerful episode of the Off The Tools Podcast, Wayne Bettess and Andy Jones dive into the retirement trap no tradesman talks about — and why so many self-employed plumbers, heating engineers, electricians and tradesmen unknowingly build themselves a job with no exit strategy.If you're a self-employed tradesman, business owner, sole trader or subcontractor, this conversation will challenge the way you think about money, freedom, retirement, recurring revenue and long-term business growth.Because here's the uncomfortable truth:Most tradesmen don't have an exit plan… they just plan to keep working.And when your income is tied to your body, that becomes a serious problem.Why most self-employed tradesmen have no retirement planThe dangerous trap of relying on your body to earn moneyWhy self-employment without systems becomes a stressful jobHow to create an exit strategy from your trade businessThe truth about pensions, recurring revenue & business valueWhy many tradesmen stay stuck in survival modeHow to stop trading time for money foreverWhy “working harder” isn't a long-term strategyBuilding a trades business that creates freedom, profit & securityHow recurring income changes everything in a plumbing, heating or electrical business✅ Tradesmen business coaching✅ Plumbing business coaching UK✅ Heating engineer business advice✅ Gas engineer business growth✅ Self-employed tradesman advice✅ Exit planning for trades businesses✅ Boiler care plans & recurring revenue✅ How to grow a profitable trade business✅ Retirement planning for self-employed tradesmen✅ Building a trade business that works without you✅ Scaling a plumbing or heating business✅ Freedom, time & profit for tradespeopleAre you building a business… or just building yourself a job you'll never escape from?Wayne and Andy unpack the harsh reality that many self-employed tradesmen work harder every year but never build security for the future.From burnout and poor health to financial pressure and lack of planning, they explain why the traditional “just work harder” mindset no longer works in the trades industry.More importantly…They reveal how to start building something that creates time, freedom, profit and long-term stability — without needing a massive team or huge company.Self-employed plumbersHeating engineers & gas engineersElectricians & buildersSole traders feeling trapped in the day-to-day grindTrades business owners wanting more freedomAnyone looking for tradesmen business coachingTradespeople wanting to future-proof their business & incomeSelf-employment is not the goal. Freedom is.And freedom comes from building a business with systems, recurring revenue, better pricing and a plan for the future — not just working harder for longer.If your retirement plan is simply to “keep going”…You don't have a plan.

If traditional marketing advice has ever left you feeling behind, overwhelmed, or like you're doing it “wrong,” this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale.In this conversation with Polly Pollock, we unpack why so much mainstream marketing advice quietly sabotages neurodivergent entrepreneurs — and what to do instead. We dive into the three pillars of algorithm-proof marketing, how to build sustainable visibility without burning out, and why owned assets like email lists create stability that social media never will.Most importantly, we talk about building real systems that honor your energy, your capacity, and the way your brain actually works — not forcing yourself into strategies that were never designed for you.You're not broken. The model might be. And it's time to build one that fits.********************************DISCLAIMER: This audio and description may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of our recommended products, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support our show and allows us to continue to provide you with valuable content. Thank you for your support!********************************FULL SHOW NOTEShttps://thesmartinfluencer.com/e275-build-a-business-that-works-with-your-brain-not-against-it/CONNECT WITH POLLY POLLOCKWebsite InstagramCONNECT WITH CORINNE & CHRISTINAGet notified when new episodes drop Check out our YouTube channelJoin the convo on FacebookConnect on InstagramCOMMENTS, QUESTIONS, RECIPE IDEASEmail us at hello@thesmartinfluencer.comSupport the show

What do a wood-fired hot tub, a helicopter paramedic and a Tokyo train guard all have in common?Checklists.In this episode, Neil shares a recent hosting mishap that occurred while he was away from home. Despite seven years of experience managing his wood-fired hot tub, a delegated task didn't go quite to plan, resulting in disappointed guests and a valuable lesson about systems, routines and human nature.Drawing inspiration from Atul Gawande's bestselling book The Checklist Manifesto, Neil explores why even experienced people overlook simple tasks, and how creating effective routines can dramatically reduce errors.You'll hear:• Why systems only prove their worth when you're not there• The hot-tub mistake that prompted a rethink of an established routine• How the aviation and medical industries use checklists to save lives• The surprising psychology behind saying checklist items out loud• Neil's simple "5 Bs" room-preparation system: Bed, Bin, Bath, Beauty, Bulb• How physical reminders can be more effective than relying on memory aloneWhether you're an Airbnb host, run a business, manage a team, or simply want to stop important things slipping through the cracks, this episode will help you create systems that work consistently—even when someone else is doing the job.Superhost Secret"If a task is important, then systemise it."And once you've systemised it, test it on someone coming to it cold. If it doesn't work exactly as you intended, refine it until it does.Mentioned in this Episode• The Checklist Manifesto – Atul GawandeInterested in Becoming an Airbnb Host?Neil regularly hosts free webinars for people interested in creating an income from their own home through Airbnb hosting. Details and registration links can be found in the show notes below.Connect with NeilInstagram: @SuperhostNeilThe Airbnb Superhost Podcast – helping you create more income, better reviews and a hosting business that works even when you're not there. Register for my next FREE webinar on how to monetize your own home, here - https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tUARy5HmSRCCk3t0qW1kpQ If you're enjoying the show, hit follow and leave a review — it helps more people find it! 

What separates a roofing business from a roofing job?In this replay episode, Dave Sullivan sits down with Tommy Mello, founder of A1 Garage Door Service and one of the most influential entrepreneurs in the home service industry.Tommy shares lessons learned while building a highly valuable company, including how to create a business that works without you, why profit must come before growth, how to hire and retain great people, and why most contractors never build a company that can actually be sold.Whether you're trying to grow your roofing company, improve profitability, or build a business that gives you more freedom, this episode is packed with practical insights.In this episode you'll learn:The difference between owning a business and owning a jobWhy most contractors struggle to build a sellable companyHow EBITDA impacts business valueThe importance of profit before growthWhy hiring A-players changes everythingHow to create accountability with KPIs and scorecardsThe power of delegation and building systemsWhy culture is one of your greatest competitive advantagesHow successful contractors build teams that operate without themLessons from scaling a home service companyResources Mentioned:Tommy MelloA1 Garage Door ServiceHome Service MillionaireThe E-Myth RevisitedRocket FuelThe Dream ManagerThe One ThingSponsors:ProLine CRM: theroofercoach.com/prolineBuilt specifically for contractors to help manage leads, sales, production, follow-up, and customer communication.SMA Support: theroofercoach.com/smaVirtual team members for lead management, appointment setting, customer follow-up, CRM management, and administrative support.Connect with Dave Sullivan:Website:https://theroofercoach.comYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@DaveSullivanRooferShowSubscribe to The Roofer Show for weekly conversations focused on the business end of the roofing business About The Roofer ShowThe Roofer Show Podcast helps roofing contractors grow their businesses, make more money, and have more free time.Hosted by Dave Sullivan, The Roofer Coach, the show shares practical advice on roofing sales, marketing, operations, leadership, and financial management.

I want to talk about UGC from both sides today, because this is where things can get weird fast. If you're the creator, what are you actually agreeing to? And if you're the business owner making the ask, what are you actually asking for? We're getting into usage, deliverables, compensation, consent, and why "just make it authentic" is not a strategy. Because clear does not mean controlling – and casual does not mean free. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here UNHINGED COMMENTS: Starts at 2:50 SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 5:26 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 12:12 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot RESOURCE: Influencer Rate Calculator from Soulcial Society EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 572 – ARE YOU GETTING TOO BIG FOR YOUR BRITCHES? EPISODE 563 – STOP GUESSING WHAT TO POST  EPISODE 523 – WHAT AN OLYMPIAN TAUGHT ME ABOUT BUSINESS GRIT EPISODE 473 – CANDID BUSINESS CONVERSATIONS (+ CELEBRATING 9 YRS) EPISODE 423 – POWERFUL TIME MANAGEMENT TIPS EPISODE 373 – LEGAL PGES YOU MUST HAVE ON YOUR WEBSITE EPISODE 323 – WHY YOU SHOULD PERFORM A WEBSITE AUDIT EPISODE 273 – SO YOU WANT TO LAUNCH SOMETHING? EPISODE 173 – THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT RUNNING A BLOG FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – Sugar Creek Farm Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

There's a sneaky shift that can happen when you're chasing the next room, the next invite, the next level of visibility. It starts looking like growth, but underneath it, you may be drifting from the work that actually matters. In this episode, I'm unpacking the difference between aligned ambition and performing for proximity – because bigger is not always better, and not every impressive room is your room. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here UNHINGED COMMENTS: Starts at 9:17 SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 14:19 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 25:47 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot RESOURCE: Influencer Rate Calculator from Soulcial Society EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 571 – BEFORE YOU BURN IT DOWN… EPISODE 562 – YOU DON'T NEED MORE CONTENT – YOU NEED BETTER DATA EPISODE 522 – THE REFUND THAT TOOK FIVE EMAILS AND A SURVEY EPISODE 472 – VISIBILITY & YOUR BUSINESS EPISODE 422 – HOW TO STAY PROACTIVE WHEN BUSINESS IS SLOW EPISODE 372 – HOW TO PERFECT YOUR OFFERINGS PAGE EPISODE 322 – FRIENDSHIP BREAKUPS & HOW TO BE A BETTER FRIEND EPISODE 272 – 5 REASONS YOU SHOULD BE CREATING UNIQUE CONTENT EPISODE 172 – NITTY GRITTY INTERVIEW WITH JENNY MELROSE FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – Sugar Creek Farm Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

This week, I'm digging into the moment when your business starts sending signals you can't ignore – the quiet resentment, the weird resistance, the offer that technically works but no longer feels honest. This is about reading the evidence, not spiraling from emotion, and deciding whether the next right move is a shift, a release, or one honest conversation with yourself. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here UNHINGED COMMENTS: Starts at 13:50 SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 16:50 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 22:34 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot RESOURCE: Influencer Rate Calculator from Soulcial Society EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 570 – THE ECOSYSTEM OF AN EMPIRE EPISODE 561 – MANYCHAT: HELPFUL OR SPAMMY? EPISODE 521 – PAPER TRAILS SAVE YOU. EVERY TIME. EPISODE 471 – HOW TO BE MORE VISIBLE EPISODE 421 – BUSINESS LESSONS LEARNED IN 8 YEARS OF PODCASTING EPISODE 371 – HOW TO PERFECT YOUR ABOUT PAGE EPISODE 321 – WHY YOU NEED A PRODUCT TO SELL EPISODE 271 – LEGAL STUFF & YOUR BIZ WITH CAROLINE FOX EPISODE 171 – HOW TO KICK THE OVERWHELM FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

In this episode of The Ultimate Dance Business Podcast, Deborah Laws is joined by Dawni Baxter, founder of Beyond The Dawn Digital, for an honest conversation about business growth, social media marketing, burnout and building a business that actually works for your life.Dawni shares how she went from theatre kid and jewellery retail manager to running multiple businesses across digital marketing, coaching and wellbeing. Together, she and Deborah talk about the realities of entrepreneurship, growing a team, learning to delegate, adapting as your business grows and why trying to control everything often leads straight to burnout.There's also a really interesting discussion around ADHD and entrepreneurship, creating genuine relationships with clients, avoiding comparison with competitors and how to use social media in a way that still feels human.For dance studio owners and creative business owners, this episode is full of relatable moments and practical advice around branding, visibility, leadership and growing your business without losing the personal touch that made people connect with you in the first place.Plus, Dawni shares simple but effective social media tips that can help you grow your audience, improve engagement and build a stronger brand online.Find out more about Dawni's amazing work at https://beyondthedawndigital.comBook an evolution call with Deborah⁠⁠ ⁠https://go.dancebusinesslab.com/dance-school-success-planTo find out more about Dance Business Lab and work with Deborah head to ⁠https://dancebusinesslab.com⁠To find out more about working with Deborah through her exclusive Dance Business Lab membership programs follow the links below.Sparks membership - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dancebusinesslab.com/memberships/sparks⁠ Ignite membership - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dancebusinesslab.com/memberships/ignite⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Illuminate membership - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://dancebusinesslab.com/memberships/illuminate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you love the show and you would like to support then why not buy Deborah a coffee simply head to ⁠http://buymeacoffee.com/DeborahL⁠This episode is sponsored by Dance Studio Marketing.You can find out more about Dance Studio Marketing and how you can work with Sally to supercharge your dance business at ⁠https://dancebusinesssolutions.com/social-media-for-dance-businesses/⁠This podcast is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Creative Content Studio

You're building something real, but that doesn't mean every revenue idea deserves a front-row seat. This episode looks at how to create a rooted business ecosystem – one where your core offer stays central, your partnerships make sense, and the opportunities you say yes to actually support the clarity you've already built. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 7:02 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 16:17 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot RESOURCE: Influencer Rate Calculator from Soulcial Society EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 569 – CLOSED MOUTHS DON'T GET FED EPISODE 560 – FROM FOLLOWER TO BUYER IN 7 TOUCHPOINTS EPISODE 520 – YOU'RE NOT BEHIND – YOU'RE BUILDING WHAT WORKS (FOR NOW) EPISODE 470 – FINDING YOUR BUSINESS SUPER POWER EPISODE 420 – HOW TO CREATE A MARKETING ACTIVITY PLAN EPISODE 370 – HOW TO PERFECT YOUR WEBSITE HOMEPAGE EPISODE 320 – CHECK YOUR MEAN GIRL AT THE DOOR EPISODE 270 – BUSINESS TOOLS & APPS I'M USING IN 2020 EPISODE 170 – STUCK IN A HOLDING PATTERN? FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Closed mouths don't get fed, and business does not move because you stayed quiet and hoped people figured it out. This week is about shooting your shot, making the pitch, and knowing when it's time to pivot – because sometimes the offer is good, the idea is solid, and the only thing missing is movement. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 7:56 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 10:22 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 568 – WHY YOUR CONTENT ISN'T BINGEABLE YET (PART 2) EPISODE 559 – HOW TO BUILD YOUR OWN GPT WITH CHATGPT EPISODE 519 – GIVING YOURSELF GRACE WHEN EVERYTHING'S A LOT EPISODE 469 – UNPOPULAR BUSINESS OPINION EPISODE 419 – HOW CREATIVITY CAN FUEL US EPISODE 369 – 8 THINGS I WISH I DID DIFFERENTLY AT THE LAUNCH OF THIS BUSINESS EPISODE 319 – MAKE SURE YOUR CONTRACTS HAVE THESE KEY THINGS IN THEM EPISODE 219 – 6 THINGS YOU CAN TRY RIGHT NOW TO GROW YOUR FOLLOWERS EPISODE 169 – OLD SCHOOL BLOGGING STRATEGY FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Carla Wainwright's BIO:  Carla Wainwright is a Holistic Wellness Coach and Midlife Alchemist who supports women 40+, including entrepreneurs and leaders, to sustain vitality, clarity, and resilience through midlife transitions. Her work weaves metabolic and hormonal health, nervous system regulation, and embodied self-awareness to help women feel strong, connected, and at home in their bodies while navigating full, demanding lives. With a background in biology, homeopathy, and over two decades in the healing arts, Carla bridges evidence-informed science with lived, somatic experience. She helps women understand their body's signals rather than fight them, supporting steadier energy, emotional regulation, and a deeper sense of personal authority during perimenopause and menopause. Carla works through retreats, group programs, and 1:1 coaching, offering practical strategies alongside deeper inquiry. Her approach supports both professional effectiveness and personal well-being, inviting women to move beyond survival mode and into a more sustainable, vibrant way of living and leading. In this episode, Virginia and Carla talked about Carla's work in the world How women in menopause navigate life & business Solar vs. lunar cycle energy The power of somatic objections in blocking success How Carla is building her business through local connections   Takeaways:  15% of women leave the workforce during menopause What is your North Star? Who is the person you want to step into fully? It's really important to tap into the body's wisdom Women are struggling to show up day to day as their best selves   Connect with Carla Wainwright on her social media accounts to learn more about her work and insights into networking effectively: LinkedIn URL https://www.carlawainwright.com/ Facebook URL https://www.facebook.com/CarlaWainwrightCreatrix Instagram URL https://www.instagram.com/carlawainwright/   Connect with Virginia: https://www.bbrpodcast.com/ Download my Business by Referral Blueprint and create consistent revenue! https://mktg.masterconnectors.com/business-by-referral-blueprint 

I thought I needed better hooks… but what I actually needed was a thread. In this episode, I'm unpacking why your content isn't sticking yet – and how to shift from one-off posts to something people can drop into, come back to, and follow over time. Because when your content feels like a living process instead of polished outcomes, people don't just watch… they start waiting for what's next. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 8:45 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 11:14 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 567 – WHY YOUR CONTENT ISN'T BINGEABLE YET (PART 1) EPISODE 558 – 153 FOLLOWERS IN A YEAR, 121 IN A DAY, WHAT CHANGED? EPISODE 518 – HOW I'M USING CHATGPT + TRELLO TO MANAGE 3 BRANDS WITHOUT LOSING MY MIND EPISODE 468 – DEFINING YOUR NICHE EPISODE 418 – MUST HAVE MONEY HABITS EPISODE 368 – EXCLUSIVE SNEAK – THE FIRST CHAPTER OF MY BOOK EPISODE 318 – WHY WORKFLOWS IN BUSINESS ARE IMPORTANT EPISODE 218 – THE IMPORTANCE OF FAILURE EPISODE 168 – GOING AFTER YOUR DREAMS FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

I used to think bingeable content meant better hooks or more value, but what I'm seeing now is it's actually about connection and consistency. I'm walking through the first two layers that make people stay – how to surface problems they can't name yet and why repeating your message is what builds trust, not reinvention. This is where your content starts to click. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 6:03 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 7:58 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 566 – THIS IS THE WORK NO ONE TALKS ABOUT EPISODE 557 – FROM STUCK TO GAINING 374 FOLLOWERS IN 10 DAYS EPISODE 517 – BOOKS, BOUNDARIES & BROKEN TRUST: A BUSINESS OWNER'S WEEK IN REVIEW EPISODE 457 – INSTAGRAM STRATEGIES THAT ARE WORKING EPISODE 417 – HOW TO STEP INTO YOUR OWN POWER EPISODE 367 – HOW TO MAXIMIZE YOUR TIME DURING A SLOW SEASON EPISODE 317 – WHAT I WOULD DO DIFFERENT IN BIZ IF STARTING NOW EPISODE 217 – STOP TRYING TO DO ALL THE THINGS EPISODE 167 – HOLIDAY MARKETING STRATEGIES USING PINTEREST FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

You hit a new level in business and suddenly what used to work… doesn't. This is where two-millimeter shifts come in – small, intentional tweaks to your content, messaging, and systems that compound over time. Instead of burning it all down, this is about refining what's already working until it actually converts. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 13:47 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 14:55 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 565 – THE PIVOT I DIDN'T PLAN EPISODE 556 – HOW I FINALLY GOT INSTAGRAM TO MOVE EPISODE 516 – THE AI ASSISTANT THAT UNDERSTOOD MY BRAND BETTER THAN I COULD EPISODE 456 – WHY MULTIPLE INCOME STREAMS MATTER EPISODE 416 – HOW TO GET OUT OF YOUR OWN WAY EPISODE 366 – HOW TO PERFORM A MID-YEAR REVIEW EPISODE 316 – PREPARING FOR THE 2ND HALF OF THE YEAR EPISODE 215 – USING PINTEREST FOR BUSINESS EPISODE 166 – CREATING A PLAN FOR Q3 & Q4 FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

In this episode of The Real Women Real Business Podcast, Shauna Lynn Simon sits down with Shannyn Schroeder, founder of EF Bomb Coach, to unpack the truth about executive function and why so many neurodivergent women feel like they are constantly falling behind. For women who were diagnosed later in life or are just beginning to recognize the signs, this conversation offers a powerful reframe that replaces shame with understanding.Shannyn breaks down what executive function actually is and how challenges with planning, organization, and time management are not personal failures but patterns rooted in how the brain processes information. She also explains why traditional business advice often fails neurodivergent women and how learning to work with your natural rhythms can completely change your productivity and confidence.Listeners will walk away with practical ways to regulate overwhelm, identify their biggest bottlenecks, and start building systems that feel supportive instead of exhausting.If you've ever questioned your capability or felt like you're working twice as hard just to keep up, this episode will shift how you see yourself and your business.This episode is brought to you by Kaivari.Kaivari helps interior designers build a strong, strategic support network by connecting them with vetted coaches, trusted service providers, and aligned peer communities so they can make smarter business decisions with confidence. Visit Kaivari.com and use promo code KOACHFRIEND to save.Timestamps:(00:01) - (06:15) - Understanding neurodivergence and why many women are diagnosed later in life(06:16) - (14:20) - What executive function really is and how it impacts daily business tasks(14:21) - (22:10) - The hidden cost of masking and burnout in high achieving women(22:11) - (30:45) - Why traditional productivity advice fails and how to adapt it to your brain(30:46) - (40:10) - Overwhelm explained and how emotional regulation affects productivity(40:11) - (48:30) - Creating systems, accommodations, and workflows that actually work for you(48:31) - (45:28) - Reframing identity and why you are not lazy, broken, or behind Resources:Book Your FREE Coaching Assessment Call with Shauna Lynn: https://www.aboutshaunalynn.com/coachmeLearn more about the show: AboutShaunaLynn.com/podcastTake the Business Bottleneck Quiz: https://EFBombCoach.com/bottleneck-quiz Connect with Shannyn Schroeder:Learn more about Shannyn: https://EFBombCoach.comFacebook: https://EFBombCoach.com/FBYouTube: https://EFBombCoach.com/YTOther: https://EFBombCoach.com/skoolShannyn Schroeder is the founder of EF Bomb Coach, where she supports neurodivergent women who feel overwhelmed, scattered, or stuck in their business. With a background in executive function coaching and education, she helps women understand how their brain actually works so they can create systems that feel realistic and sustainable. Her approach blends practical strategies with self-acceptance, helping clients move away from self-criticism and toward building businesses that align with how they naturally think and operate.

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In this episode, I'm walking through the moment my metrics called me out – 1,000 clicks, one sale, and a gut feeling I couldn't ignore. I realized the course I built isn't the anchor… it's the upsell. So I'm talking through the pivot forming in real time, the roadmap my audience is actually asking for, and what happens when you finally stop forcing an offer and start listening to what the data – and your people – are telling you. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 10:21 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 14:01 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 564 – STOP SWEETENING WHAT'S NOT WORKING EPISODE 555 – MY REAL-TIME FUNNEL: REELS, STORIES, ADS EPISODE 515 – YOUR NICHE ISN'T THE PROBLEM EPISODE 455 – WHY COURAGE MATTERS EPISODE 415 – NOT WHERE YOU WANT TO BE? EPISODE 365 – FREEDOM FROM FEAR EPISODE 315 – CREATING AN INTENTIONAL BRAND EPISODE 215 – USING PINTEREST FOR BUSINESS EPISODE 165 – THE MAGIC OF CONFERENCES FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Laurie Barkman is a nationally recognized growth strategist, speaker, and CEO who helps engineering, architecture, and design services firm owners scale their companies with clarity and confidence. She is the founder of The Business Transition Sherpa®, author of The Business Transition Handbook, and host of the award-winning Succession Stories podcast.A Certified Exit Planner, M&A Advisor, and former $100M CEO who led a company through a successful acquisition by a Fortune 50, Laurie brings real-world leadership and transition expertise to every engagement. Today, she empowers AEC industry owners in the built environment to build scalable, self-sustaining businesses that grow without depending on them, creating more time, freedom, and lasting value.Visit Laurie Barkman's Website: lauriebarkman.me

I'm talking about the black coffee rule and the quiet clarity that comes when I stop sweetening things that aren't actually working in my business. I'm sharing what this looks like in real time, from handling misaligned comments to protecting my energy, and why tolerating what's bitter keeps me stuck. This is your reminder, and mine, that I don't have to make everything drinkable. I can set it down, walk away, and move forward with more focus and less noise. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 12:51 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 13:48 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 563 – STOP GUESSING WHAT TO POST EPISODE 554 –  WHAT MOST FUNNELS MISS (AND WHY IT'S COSTING YOU MONEY) EPISODE 514 – BE UNBOTHERED. SHARE IT ANYWAY. EPISODE 454 – TIPS FOR SELLING ON AMAZON KDP EPISODE 414 – THE DARK SIDE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP & BALANCE EPISODE 364 – PINTEREST TIPS EPISODE 314 – BENEFITS OF CO-WORKING SESSIONS EPISODE 214 – WHY IT'S TIME FOR YOU TO HIRE A BIZ COACH EPISODE 164 – ARE ALL YOUR EGGS IN ONE BASKET? FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Today, we're taking a closer look at what it truly means to build a business that works. We're moving beyond the notion of being busy, booked, and indispensable, and instead focusing on how to create a business that delivers real value. Stay tuned as we explore why so many business owners still operate like highly paid freelancers, and what needs to shift to build something scalable, transferable, and sustainable. Busy and Booked If your business stops when you stop, you own a job, not a business. Being busy and booked does not mean you're successful. Revenue is not the same as business value, and strong client reliance on you could indicate that the business is fragile, as it depends on your direct involvement. The Biggest Industry Lie The industry glorifies and rewards hustle, hero mode, last-minute problem-solving, and being indispensable, even though it often leads to stress and burnout. The more indispensable you are, the less valuable your business becomes to a potential buyer. A business built on dependency is not a company, because you, as the owner, are the system. Transferability The goal is transferability, not performance. A real business can operate without you. If someone else cannot sell, deliver, manage clients, and make decisions, you don't have a business asset. Your focus needs to shift from creating amazing events to making them repeatable without you. The Hero Trap The Hero Trap stems from the belief that nobody can do it better than you. You become the fixer, the closer, the savior. It feels rewarding, but it makes the business entirely dependent on you. The Customization Trap Each client is different. Your offers should be tailored, and your client's needs must be understood, yet there must still be a repeatable process. Without standardization, customization kills scalability and limits growth. The Control Trap Believing that things will not be done right unless you do them yourself keeps you involved in everything. That notion is usually driven by perfectionism and fear of delegating.  It leaves you stuck and repeating the same patterns, which prevents business growth. A Real Business A real business has defined offers, not random services. It has a sales process and a clear sales playbook that enable others to sell consistently. It has delivery systems and documented workflows. It also has a team, where people can make decisions within a clear framework without constantly requiring approval. Documentation If something lives in your head, it does not exist. Documentation allows you to train others, delegate effectively, and create consistency. It also creates the highest value for your business. From Operator to Architect Operators solve problems, architects eliminate them. The operator mindset focuses on getting things done, fixing problems, and personally delivering outcomes, whereas the architect mindset focuses on designing systems. So, instead of doing everything themselves, those with the architect mindset assign ownership to others. Practical Steps Start by identifying where the business depends on you. It could be sales, client relationships, delivery, or perhaps even decision-making. Then systemize one area at a time, ideally starting with sales or delivery. Create a sales playbook that includes questions, objections, and answers. Document everything before delegating to avoid chaos. Finally, build ownership by making your team responsible for outcomes. Building A Scalable Business The ultimate goal is a business that can run independently of you. Ask whether the business could operate for 30 days without your involvement. Consider whether someone else can close deals, deliver projects at your standard, and manage clients. If you cannot step away, you cannot scale, and you cannot sell the business. Connect with Eric Rozenberg On LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Website Listen to The Business of Meetings podcast Subscribe to The Business of Meetings newsletter  

I'm sharing how I'm using content mining to stop guessing what to create and start listening to what people are actually asking. I walk through how pulling real questions from comments, DMs, search bars, and even other creators helps me find gaps, spot patterns, and use my audience's own words. This approach removes pressure to be trendy, builds empathy, and turns unfiltered language into relevant content that connects and positions you as the go-to resource. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 7:15 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 13:06 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 562 – YOU DON'T NEED MORE CONTENT – YOU NEED BETTER DATA EPISODE 553 – THE REAL REASON YOUR GOALS AREN'T WORKING – AND WHAT TO DO INSTEAD  EPISODE 513 – WHY INSTAGRAM ALONE ISN'T ENOUGH EPISODE 453 – THE ONE ABOUT BUSINESS STRATEGY EPISODE 413 – THE DARK SIDE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP & RELATIONSHIPS EPISODE 363 – A PROCESS FOR SETTING UP A FUNNEL EPISODE 313 – TIPS FOR BUILDING YOUR TEAM AS A CREATIVE EPISODE 213 – DEFINING YOUR NICHE EPISODE 163 – WHY NETWORKING MATTERS FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Does your business actually work without you?

In this episode, I'm breaking down the exact Instagram metrics I track at the 30-day mark so I can stop throwing content at the wall and start making decisions that actually lead to comments, follows, and sales. I'm sharing what I look at, why it matters, and how I use that data to create more of what's already working – without adding more to my plate. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 6:58 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 10:12 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 561 – MANYCHAT: HELPFUL OR SPAMMY? EPISODE 552 – WHY THINGS FAIL EARLY (EVEN WHEN THEY'RE GOOD IDEAS) EPISODE 512 – MAKING SPACE FOR YOURSELF EPISODE 452 – AFFILIATE MARKETING & PINTEREST EPISODE 412 – THE HOW OF MY BUSINESS JOURNEY EPISODE 362 – WHY CONTENT STRATEGY MATTERS EPISODE 312 – 9 THINGS I LEARNED FROM THE BIGGEST EVENT OF MY CAREER EPISODE 212 – THE 4 P'S YOU NEED IN BIZ EPISODE 162 – FUNDAMENTALS OF BLOGGING FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

In this episode, Taylor shares her honest thoughts about Instagram automation and why tools like ManyChat aren't the spammy shortcut some creators fear. Instead, she explains how automation can become necessary infrastructure for solo business owners – helping you manage growth, protect your capacity, and still build real relationships with your audience without trying to do everything manually. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 9:17 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 12:01 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 560 – FROM FOLLOWER TO BUYER IN 7 TOUCHPOINTS EPISODE 551 – 7 END-OF-YEAR BUSINESS MOVES YOU'L WISH YOU DID SOONER EPISODE 511 – FEARLESS VISIBILITY IN YOUR BUSINESS EPISODE 451 – HOW TO USE UTMS EPISODE 411 – THE DARK SIDE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP & PRODUCTIVITY EPISODE 361 – EMAIL MARKETING NURTURE SEQUENCE EXPLAINED EPISODE 311 – STOP BEING A CARBON COPY EPISODE 211 – THE POWER OF AUTHENTICITY EPISODE 161 – PIVOT MOMENTS FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

In this episode, I dive into the real data behind my first course sales and unpack what I'm calling micro moments of trust. By tracking the interactions people had with my content, I discovered it took about seven touchpoints – ads, profile visits, automated DMs, stories, and more – before a complete stranger decided to buy. It's a behind-the-scenes look at how trust builds online and why strategic touchpoints matter more than being everywhere. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 10:20 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 12:55 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 559 – HOW TO BUILD YOUR OWN GPT WITH CHATGPT EPISODE 550 – WHEN EGO RUNS THE BUSINESS (A PIZZA STORY) EPISODE 510 – BUSINESS STRATEGIES FOR GROWTH EPISODE 450 – DIGITAL MARKETING TIPS EPISODE 410 – THE DARK SIDE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP & IMPOSTER SYNDROME EPISODE 360 – WHY YOUR MINDSET MATTERS EPISODE 310 – GET BACK TO SIMPLE EPISODE 210 – WHY YOU MUST INVEST IN YOUR BIZ EPISODE 160 – MY FAVORITE PODCASTS FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

In this episode, I interview fellow Sales Queen and my good friend, Rachael Howourth, to talk about her journey from corporate sales to entrepreneurship. Rachael shares her experiences in the corporate world, the pivotal moment that led her to start her own business, how covid nearly wiped out her in-person business, and the challenges she faced in transitioning to online sales coaching. This is a JUICY conversation where we talk about:Rachael's Journey from Corporate to EntrepreneurshipTransitioning to Online Sales CoachingThe Importance of Pricing and ValueIntegrity in the Coaching IndustrySignificance of Building Community & RelationshipsLifestyle Goals and How to Build a Business That Works for YouBuilding Relationships and CommunityUnderstanding Buyer PsychologyRachael's ‘Lazy Girl Sales Method'About Rach:Her clients call her the Online Sales Queen™.  Rachael is an award-winning, multi 6-figure Business Mentor, trailblazing a pathway for women to live a life of abundance, freedom and success.After leaving her corporate role as UK Sales Director, leading a team of 57, with 13,500 clients and smashing sales targets of over £100million, Rachael built and scaled her own regional Training Consultancy, based in the UK, selling training and coaching services to corporates and small businesses. She's taught over 9,300 people to consultatively sell their services with massive success.Rachael then founded the global coaching brand, Her Infinite Abundance where she's helping hundreds of women monetise their expertise in her sought after Mastermind and Sales Accelerator, and in UK and overseas Retreats.As creator of the S.C.A.L.E. your Sales Method and Lazy Girl Sales™ System, Rachael is on a mission to help her clients re-claim their time and scale to 200K+ in their business. Her soul lights up with her vision of creating 10 female millionaires by 2027.If you're thinking about working with Rachael, you can be sure she'll make it fun, feminine and financially rewarding, with a strategy that's personally aligned to you.Here's where you can find Rachael:Instagram @RachHowourthDownload Rachael's FREE Resources here:https://www.rachaelhowourth.com/freeresources sales coaching, entrepreneurship, online business, buyer psychology, coaching integrity, community building, pricing strategy, Rachel Howarth, women in business, sales strategies

If you're constantly re-explaining your voice, your offers, or your standards to ChatGPT, this episode is your reset. I'm walking you step-by-step through how to build your own custom GPT so it thinks like you, edits like you, and follows your exact rules. No more starting from scratch. Just a smarter system that supports your content, protects your voice, and saves you serious time. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 10:57 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 13:59 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 558 – 153 FOLLOWERS IN A YEAR, 121 IN A DAY, WHAT CHANGED? EPISODE 549 – STOP WAITING ON THE ALGORITHM (IT'S NOT 2013 ANYMORE) EPISODE 509 – THE ONE ABOUT JOY VS HAPPINESS EPISODE 449 – MY SOCIAL EXPERIMENT EPISODE 409 – THE DARK SIDE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP & CREATIVITY EPISODE 359 – THE IMPORTANCE OF CELEBRATING YOU EPISODE 309 –  WHY IT'S IMPERATIVE TO SET BOUNDARIES IN BUSINESS EPISODE 209 – THE KEY TO CONFIDENCE FOR CREATIVES EPISODE 159 – BLOG NO-NO'S (DON'T BE THAT BLOGGER) FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

What does it take to create a $100K consulting offer for corporate clients? Let's once and for all move on from trading time for dollars. In this episode, Jessica Fearnley and I talk about what it truly takes to structure a high-value $100K consulting offer for corporate clients, without overcomplicating your services or building a massive team or charging an hourly rate.But this conversation goes beyond pricing.We talk about what happens after you leave corporate, recover from burnout, and rebuild your confidence. We unpack the emotional and strategic transition many experienced women consultants face when they hit six figures and begin asking what's next.Jessica shares how she moved from project management into building a multi-six-figure B2B consulting business rooted in high-value advisory retainers. We explore:What a $100K advisory retainer actually includesHow to package your consulting services inside the budgets corporate already invests inWhy trying to “educate” buyers slows down the saleThe recovery phase after corporate trauma, and why many women underprice themselves during itHow to position yourself as a trusted strategic advisor instead of a service providerWhy “the more they pay, the less they get” can be true at premium levelsIf you want to move from hourly work or project-based consulting into high-value B2B advisory retainers, this episode gives you both the strategic framework and the mindset shift required to do it.This is about packaging expertise, reclaiming authority, and building a consulting business that aligns with your life, not just your revenue goals.Chapters:00:56

Instagram wasn't broken – it was misaligned. In this episode, I unpack what actually shifted: deleting 1,700 followers, committing to four intentional posts a day, leveraging trial reels, and using Manychat to turn views into movement. This isn't hype or hacks. It's a real-time breakdown of how clarity, consistency, and one focused goal – one sale a day – started compounding fast. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 16:54 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 18:15 RESOURCE: Try Manychat for 2 weeks for free RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 557 – FROM STUCK TO GAINING 374 FOLLOWERS IN 10 DAYS EPISODE 548 – VAGUE DOESN'T CONVERT EPISODE 508 – HOW CHATGPT BLEW MY MIND EPISODE 448 – DOING HARD THINGS IN BUSINESS EPISODE 408 – IT'S ALL ABOUT THE NICHE EPISODE 358 – SPRING CLEANING FOR YOUR BUSINESS EPISODE 308 – THINGS YOU CAN DO RIGHT NOW TO MOVE YOUR BUSINESS FORWARD EPISODE 208 – WHEN CLIENTS DISAPPOINT YOU EPISODE 158 – COMMUNITY OVER COMPETITION FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Think you need to have it all figured out before you write a book? Think the words will just flow once you finally sit down to write? Think you can't possibly juggle a book project with everything else on your plate?Well, it's time to stop wondering and start taking action if you are actually interested in writing a book for your business.I hear so often from clients and colleagues that writing a book has been on their to do list for quite some time. And with an MFA in creative writing, I'm all too aware at the effort it takes to get a book—especially how long the process can take from ideation to an actual book in your hand.Which is why I invited a former guest back on the show to tell me all about her experience of writing a book while running a business.Jessica Lackey joins me back for another Talk Copy to Me episode (after her episode 123 appearance about building thought leadership) to talk about her new book, Leaving the Casino: Stop Betting on Tactics and Start Building a Business That Works.If you've ever wanted to take a glimpse behind the scenes to see what a book-writing process was like for someone else (or get inspo to finally sit down and write your own book), you're going to want to tune in.______________________________________________EPISODE 181.Read the show notes and view the full transcript here: https://erinollila.com/writing-a-book-while-running-a-business______________________________________________Get to know Jessica Lackey, author of Leaving the Casino: Stop Betting on Tactics and Start Building a Business That WorksJessica Lackey is the founder of Deeper Foundations, a consulting and training firm that helps expert-led business owners grow and scale sustainable companies rooted in stronger business foundations. She brings a unique blend of corporate expertise and soulful business building, drawing on an MBA from Harvard Business School, a coaching certification from iPEC, and experience at McKinsey & Company and Nike, Inc. Jessica has supported over 200 entrepreneurs through her programs, blending systems thinking, operational rigor, and deep values alignment. She lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her husband.She can be reached at https://deeperfoundations.com/Here's the info on your host, Erin OllilaErin Ollila believes in the power of words and how a message can inform – and even transform – its intended audience. She graduated from Fairfield University with an M.F.A. in Creative Writing, and went on to co-found Spry, an award-winning online literary journal.When Erin's not helping her clients understand their website data or improve their website copy, you can catch her hosting the Talk Copy to Me podcast and guesting on shows such as Profit is a Choice, Mindful Marketing, The Power in Purpose, and Business-First Creatives.Stay in touch with Erin Ollila, SEO website copywriter:• Learn more about working with me or just book a strategy session to get started right away• Visit Erin's website to learn more about her business, services, and products

In this episode, I share the Instagram system that finally broke my plateau – one daily reel, two trial reels, and simple ManyChat automations that turn new followers into real conversations. This isn't about hacks or hype. It's about building traction on purpose, nurturing people automatically, and creating momentum that actually feels sustainable. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 16:22 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 18:09 RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 556 – HOW I FINALLY GOT INSTAGRAM TO MOVE EPISODE 547 – YOU HAVE A TRAFFIC PROBLEM EPISODE 507 – HOW TO USE INSTAGRAM TRIAL REELS & MORE EPISODE 447 – TIPS FOR USING CHATGPT EPISODE 407 – STOP BEING THE "COE" EPISODE 357 – SELLING A LITTLE DIFFERENTLY EPISODE 307 – THE IMPORTANCE OF CHOOSING YOU EPISODE 207 – WHY GRATITUDE MATTERS IN BIZ EPISODE 157 – OVERCOMING YOUR BELIEF BARRIERS FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

1423 He started as a freelance writer and rose to the top of a company that helps entrepreneurs turn everyday spending into freedom. With a laser focus on working smarter, he's here to show you how to scale without stress, build systems that set you free, and travel the world on your business's dime…Please welcome Travis Cormier!Website: http://10xtravel.comSocial Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/10xtravelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/10xtravelblog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travis-cormier/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@10xTravelTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@10xtravel.com________ Go to www.BusinessBros.biz to be a guest on the show or to find out more on how we can help you get more customers! #Businesspodcasts #smallbusinesspodcast #businessstrategies #businesseducation #businesspodcast #businessmodel #growthmarketing #businesshelp #podcastinglife #successgoals #wealthcreation #marketingcoach #smallbusinesstips #businessmarketing #marketingconsultant #entrepreneurtips #businessstrategy #growyourbusinessWant to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6164371927990272

Struggling to grow on Instagram? In this episode, I share how a $5/day ad strategy, targeted trial reels, and deleting 1,748 deadweight followers finally moved the needle on my account — after a year of stalled growth. If your IG feels stuck, this behind-the-scenes breakdown walks you through exactly what I did (and what finally worked). RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 2:05 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 4:05 RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 555 – MY REAL-TIME FUNNEL: REELS, STORIES, ADS EPISODE 546 – BUILDING JOY IN THE MONOTONY OF ADULTHOOD EPISODE 506 – I WENT VIRAL OVER A LIGHT BULB… EPISODE 446 – MAKING COMMITMENTS IN 2024 EPISODE 406 – PRODUCTIVITY HACKS TO KEEP YOU ON TRACK EPISODE 356 – WHY FUNNELS MATTER EPISODE 306 – GETTING GOOD AT BEING YOU EPISODE 256 – DON'T SETTLE EPISODE 206 – OVERWHELM, IT'S TIME TO GO EPISODE 156 – IMPROVING YOUR WORKFLOW FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Trying to grow your business without burning out? In this episode, I'm sharing the exact funnel I'm testing in real time — daily reels, one high-intent story, and a $5 Instagram ad that actually grows your audience (without buying followers). It's scrappy, doable, and built for the one-woman show. If you're stuck on what to post or how to sell without spiraling, this one's for you. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 13:39 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 16:12 RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 554 – WHAT MOST FUNNELS MISS (AND WHY IT'S COSTING YOU MONEY) EPISODE 545 – 3 STEPS TO MOVE YOUR OFFER FORWARD EPISODE 505 – LET ME SAY THIS ONCE…LET THEM…& MORE EPISODE 445 – MUST HAVE HIGH INCOME SKILLS EPISODE 405 – HOW TO STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD EPISODE 355 – WHAT THEY DON'T TELL YOU EPISODE 305 – YOU ARE CUT OUT FOR THIS EPISODE 255 – THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTAL HEALTH EPISODE 205 – THIS IS YOUR SIGN EPISODE 155 – LATEST PINTEREST UPDATES FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Your funnel isn't finished at checkout — and if that's where it stops, you're leaving profit on the table. In this episode, I break down the power of back-end marketing and how to turn buyers into repeat customers with simple, strategic touchpoints. From Hello Bars to intentional ad placements & captions inside your course framework, this is how you build a quiet, consistent profit engine that supports your main offer long after the sale. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 13:15 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 17:20 RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 553 – THE REAL REASON YOUR GOALS AREN'T WORKING – AND WHAT TO DO INSTEAD EPISODE 544 – YOU'RE ALLOWED TO SAY NO EPISODE 504 – MAKING TIME FOR YOURSELF & MORE EPISODE 444 – YOUR MINDSET MATTERS EPISODE 404 – VULNERABILITY & HOW IT AFFECTS OUR POWER EPISODE 354 – YOUR BUSINESS, YOUR RULES EPISODE 304 – BEING REALISTIC IN BUSINESS EPISODE 254 – THE PAUSE OF 2020 EPISODE 204 – TIPS FOR HOSTING AN EVENT FOR CREATIVES EPISODE 154 – NITTY GRITTY INTERVIEW WITH BETH KIRBY (LOCAL MILK BLOG) FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Ditch the vague goals and set one bold, measurable target for your business in 2026. In this episode, I'm breaking down why a single "primary target" creates more clarity, momentum, and results than a list of intentions ever could — and how to actually aim for it. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 10:19 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 13:47 RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 552 – WHY THINGS FAIL EARLY (EVEN WHEN THEY'RE GOOD IDEAS)  EPISODE 543 – CELEBRATING SUCCESS SOLO (& STILL MAKING IT COUNT) EPISODE 503 – COMPOUNDING INTEREST…BUT WITH SOCIAL MEDIA EPISODE 443 – AFFILIATE MARKETING EXPLAINED (PART 2) EPISODE 403 – THE DARK SIDE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP EPISODE 353 – UNDERSTANDING THE POWER OF YOUR PURPOSE EPISODE 303 – TIPS FOR CRUSHING QUARTER 2 EPISODE 253 – BUSINESS PIVOTS EPISODE 203 – WHEN TO PIVOT EPISODE 153 – THE ONE ABOUT GDPR FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Most things don't fail because they were bad ideas — they fail because the season, systems, or support weren't there. This episode unpacks the real reasons offers flop early, and why it's not too late to try again. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 11:01 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 14:49 RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 551 – 7 END-OF-YEAR BUSINESS MOVES YOU'L WISH YOU DID SOONER EPISODE 542 – BUILDING SOMETHING NEW (WHILE IN THE THICK OF IT) EPISODE 502 – SHORT FORM CONTENT TIPS EPISODE 442 – ALL ABOUT AFFILIATE MARKETING EPISODE 402 – HOW TO MAKE FRIENDS & FIND COMMUNITY AS AN ADULT EPISODE 352 – THE RULES OF SUCCESS EPISODE 302 – WHAT I'VE LEARNED FROM STARTING A YOUTUBE CHANNEL EPISODE 252 – PILLAR SERIES: THE IMPORTANCE OF SELF CARE EPISODE 202 – STOP BEING BUSY & DO THESE THINGS ASAP EPISODE 152 – ELEVATING YOUR BRAND FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Feeling stuck in the weird space between years? In this episode, I'm walking you through 7 simple but powerful ways to reset your business before diving into 2026. From cleaning out digital clutter to reworking one system that's not working, this is your no-pressure, clarity-first checklist to make space for what actually matters. No full rebrand. No hustle. Just one grounded step at a time to start the new year with intention. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 12:51 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 15:48 RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 550 – WHEN EGO RUNS THE BUSINESS (A PIZZA STORY) EPISODE 541 – DESPERATION IS NOT A STRATEGY EPISODE 501 – HOW TO ROMANTICIZE YOUR LIFE EPISODE 451 – HOW TO USE UTMS EPISODE 401 – HOW RIHANNA SCHOOLED US AT SUPER BOWL 57 EPISODE 351 – INSTAGRAM REELS TIPS EPISODE 301 – WHY YOU SHOULD BE UNAPOLOGETICALLY YOU EPISODE 251 – PILLAR SERIES: SETTING YOURSELF APART EPISODE 201 – IMPORTANCE OF FINDING A COMMUNITY OF LIKE-MINDED WOMEN EPISODE 151 – LAUNCHING A SUCCESSFUL SERIES (OR FILL IN THE BLANK) FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Look my friend – like it or not, 2026 is right around the corner. Which leads me to a simple question: Will this be your best year EVER? Whether we're talking about growing your fitness business, becoming a better coach, or just leading a more authentic and genuine life, I really think today's episode is […] The post Building a Fitness Business that Works for YOUR Life with Andy McCloy appeared first on Robertson Training Systems.

In this episode, a frustrating pizza experience becomes a clear business mirror – revealing how ego, overcommitting, and ignoring capacity can quietly break systems that once worked. We talk about the cost of powering through, the difference between consistency and stubbornness, and why pausing, adjusting, and choosing clarity is not failure – it's leadership. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 12:11 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 15:14 RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 549 – STOP WAITING ON THE ALGORITHM (IT'S NOT 2013 ANYMORE)  EPISODE 540 – HOW TAYLOR SWIFT JUST BEAT GOOGLE EPISODE 500 – TIPS FOR LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE EPISODE 450 – DIGITAL MARKETING TIPS EPISODE 400 – RENAMING THE PODCAST & CELEBRATING 400 EPISODES EPISODE 350 – WHEN IS TOO MUCH TOO MUCH? EPISODE 300 – 20 LESSONS I'VE LEARNED IN BUSINESS DURING THE LAST 300 EPISODES EPISODE 250 – PILLAR SERIES: MONETIZATION STRATEGIES EPISODE 200 – MAKING YOUR BUSINESS BETTER EPISODE 150 – WHAT I'VE LEARNED THROUGH 150 EPISODES FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Tired of blaming the algorithm? In this episode, I'm sharing why it's time to stop waiting for Instagram to work in your favor and start building content that truly connects. I'm walking you through the shift from chasing visibility to offering real value — and breaking down four clarity-led strategies that help you create content people actually come back for, even when the feed fails. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 6:20 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 11:16 RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 548 – VAGUE DOESN'T CONVERT EPISODE 539 – WHEN YOU REALIZE YOU'RE NOT THE PRIORITY — AND DECIDE YOU ARE EPISODE 499 – SEEKING JOY, BIZ BIO UPDATES & MORE EPISODE 449 – MY SOCIAL EXPERIMENT EPISODE 399 – HOW TO MEASURE SUCCESS EPISODE 349 – HOW TO MAXIMIZE YOUR TIME EPISODE 299 – COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT & WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW EPISODE 249 – PILLAR SERIES: DEEPENING RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUR AUDIENCE EPISODE 199 – DEAR FUTURE SELF EPISODE 149 – SPRING CLEAN YOUR BIZ FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

If your product isn't selling, it might not be the product — it might be the way you're talking about it. In this episode, I'm walking you through two real-life examples from Facebook groups where the offer sounded impressive… but totally missed the mark. We're talking clarity, friction, and what actually makes someone hit "buy" — plus the one question you have to answer if you want your offer to land. This is the business truth that turns a lukewarm product into a viral one. Let's get into it. RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 6:13 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 9:46 RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 547 – YOU HAVE A TRAFFIC PROBLEM EPISODE 538 – FROM KEYWORD CHAOS TO COURSE CLARITY EPISODE 498 – PRODUCTIVITY MAPPING, HIRING & DEALING WITH SICKNESS EPISODE 448 – DOING HARD THINGS IN BUSINESS EPISODE 398 – WAYS TO GET FREE LEADS EPISODE 348 – CREATING INTENTION IN YOUR BUSINESS EPISODE 298 – WHY YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS TO BE OVERSUBSCRIBED EPISODE 248 – PILLAR SERIES: PROMOTING GREAT CONTENT EPISODE 198 – SEO TIPS FOR CREATIVES EPISODE 148 – SQUIRREL MOMENTS THAT ARE BENEFICIAL FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Today's episode is with Rebecca Paciorek. Rebecca is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who went from a traditional magazine publishing career to creating captivating digital marketing content that integrates well to enhance brand visibility.In this episode, you will learn:The importance of creating a business (book marketing) that works with your life, not against it in midlife.Why having the belief that you can run a successful business in midlife is critical.How it's possible to do it while taking of yourself and others.The importance of the appreciation to get help when needed; you can create a tribe of friends, biz besties, and coaches to make it happen.Connect with Rebecca at:https://www.bluedotdigitalmarketing.com/https://www.facebook.com/AuthorsAlliesOnlinehttps://www.facebook.com/BlueDotCommunications/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccapaciorekConnect with Suzy:Midlife Happiness Jumpstart Experience: Enjoy a powerful experience of tiny joys and big shifts! Get ready for 14 Days of Happiness “Boosts,” which are tiny, science-backed actions delivered to your inbox daily, with a private WhatsApp group for connection and sharing together. Each happiness boost only takes approximately 5 - 10 minutes or less and builds your momentum for more of the same. Feel more grounded, present, and connected to more happiness now! Sign Up HereWomen in the Middle® Entrepreneurs: Are you a 50+ woman business owner or entrepreneur who's dealing with navigating classic midlife issues that are affecting the way you run your business? We're looking to interview guests just like you from a wide variety of different businesses! Apply now: www.midlifeinterviews.com. LISTEN HERE for iTunes and HERE for Suzy's website.HAPPINESS BREAKTHROUGH COACHING SESSION: Imagine having a private 2-hour coaching call to get some solid clarity about what's holding you back and be confident about your next steps forward! Time for a breakthrough! Limited spots available. Book here.THE WOMEN IN THE MIDDLE® ACADEMY: The “Academy” is an exciting, life changing, 12-month, online group coaching program and community for midlife women. You will develop a roadmap to help you go from being unclear about what you want to be crystal clear about how to create a more fun, meaningful, and regret free next chapter! Head over to www.womeninthemiddleacademy.com and apply and book your free call. I can help you find what's missing so that you love your life after 50.WOMEN IN THE MIDDLE SHOP: https://suzyrosenstein.com/shop/BUY SUZY'S BOOK: 50

If your offer isn't converting, it might not be a messaging problem — it might be a traffic problem. In this episode, I'm sharing the quiet shift I'm making: focusing on daily clicks to my checkout page. Not just posting content — driving real traffic that compounds over time. If your content feels like it's not working, this one's for you. Let's talk about what actually moves the needle — and how to build for it without burning out.   RESOURCES MENTIONED NOTE: Some links below contain affiliate/referral links. It is a way for this site to earn advertising fees by advertising or linking to certain products and/or services. DISCOUNT: Code for 30+ free days of Podcast Audio Hosting through Libsyn: bossgirl RESOURCE: Need a Podcast Editor? Hire mine & tell him I referred you…The Podcast Man WORK WITH ME: Back Pocket VIP Coaching YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe >> The House of Sugar Creek MY BOOK: Snag a copy! Pillars & Purpose: How to Build a Business That Works for You RESOURCE: Contract Templates for your Business YOUTUBE CHANNEL: Subscribe to the BGC YouTube Channel and listen to my episodes via YouTube! MY 90-DAY UNDATED PLANNER: Buy it here! RESOURCE: Receive 20% off your first month or your first year with Dubsado RESOURCE: Receive 50% off your first full year with FloDesk (+ a 14-day free trial) LEAVE A MESSAGE: Click Here SEARCH BAR CONFESSIONS: Starts at 6:20 BUSINESS NUGGET: Starts at 11:50 RESOURCE: Check out Hilma products – $10 off for ya! RESOURCE: The Clarity Catch-Up Mini Workbook (FREEBIE) RESOURCE: The Clarity Code (reflection deck) RESOURCE: The Clarity Shot EPISODES YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY... EPISODE 546 – BUILDING JOY IN THE MONOTONY OF ADULTHOOD  EPISODE 537 – THE SIMPLEST MILLION-DOLLAR STRATEGY YOU'VE NEVER TRIED EPISODE 497 – CLIENT EXPERIENCE, HOUSE UPDATE & MORE EPISODE 447 – TIPS FOR USING CHATGPT EPISODE 397 – AI & CONTENT CREATION EPISODE 347 – CONTENT PLANNING & YOUR BLOG ARCHIVES EPISODE 297 – WHY YOU SHOULDN'T JOIN CLUBHOUSE EPISODE 247 – PILLARS SERIES: CREATING GREAT CONTENT EPISODE 197 – STOP MAKING THIS EXCUSE EPISODE 147 – BLOGGING TASKS FOR WHEN YOU DON'T FEEL LIKE WRITING FIND TAYLOR ONLINE... Blog – The House of Sugar Creek Instagram – @taylorlbradford Facebook – bossgirlcreative Pinterest – thehouseofsugarcreek TikTok – @taylorlbradford YouTube – The House of Sugar Creek YouTube – Boss Girl Creative

Welcome back to ADHD-ish! In this episode, host Diann Wingert sits down with her client Steph Cotrell for a candid and relatable discussion about what it really means to build—and rebuild—a business when you have ADHD traits and life throws you curveballs. Originally hired to help Steph Cotrell grow and scale her successful business, Diann quickly uncovered some uncomfortable truths about her business model, specifically how her notion of collaboration revealed a lack of boundaries, which led to burnout. Their coaching journey took an unexpected turn as Steph was faced with redefining her work, grappling with exhaustion, and eventually reshaping her business to prioritize authenticity, personal connection, and family in the wake of a heartbreaking loss.Together, they explore the challenges of managing emotional labor, the reality of ADHD-driven blind spots, and the courage it takes to rethink your path when everything changes. If you've ever felt caught between ambition and overwhelm or questioned how your neurodivergence shapes your entrepreneurial journey, this episode is for you. Here are 3 key takeaways from this conversation:Scaling “as-is” can scale your problems, not just your profits: Before trying to grow, pause to check if your foundation—relationships, workload, boundaries—truly supports the life you want.Give yourself permission to redefine success: It's not all-or-nothing. You can reshape business relationships and paths to fit changing needs, values, and energy levels.Clarity fuels action: The sooner you move from overthinking to taking action (even messy, uncertain steps), the faster you learn, adapt, and build the business—and life—that truly work for you.Mic Drop Moment: "You don't have to be the glue holding all of this together. If you enjoy working with them, work with them, and if you don't, don't."Connect with Steph Cottrell: Website: https://www.blueelephantcreative.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluelecreative/How Steph discovered me: ADDItude Magazine webinar: “How to Build a Business That Works for Your ADHD Brain” Want to hear more Client Success Stories? Click here for the custom playlist Is it time to redefine your success as a business owner with ADHD? I have two openings for one-on-one coaching engagements, starting in January. The first step is scheduling a free consultation where we talk about your goals and see if we are a good fit. Click here to book yours now. And, don't forget to leave a comment on Spotify (I personally respond to every one) or leave a review so more ADHD-ish business owners can find THE podcast full of real talk and real solutions for neurodiverse business brains.© 2025 ADHD-ish Podcast. Intro music by Ishan Dincer / Melody Loops / Outro music by Vladimir / Bobi Music / All rights reserved.