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Send us Fan MailDesde un restaurante de antojitos oaxaqueños que no entiende por qué su negocio "tiene que ser tan diferente", hasta un doctor con 11 socios que no sabe si primero destrabar la visión compartida o meterle sistemas de una vez.En Cracks Business School me he dado cuenta que todos los negocios son iguales. Platicamos de ventas B2B predecibles, de un negocio de yogurt congelado que llegó a su madurez, de cómo construirle marca a una logística que vive "detrás" de las grandes marcas, y hasta qué tanto automatizar un hotel nuevo en Acapulco.Si quieres vivir esto en persona, nos vemos en Business Masters Live, 8-10 de octubre en CDMX — tres días full para llevarte tu negocio al siguiente nivel.

Most business owners think their exit value will come down to EBITDA and an industry multiple. But buyers are not only evaluating what the company earns; they are deciding how much risk they would inherit.  That risk can show up in customer concentration, weak financial reporting, founder dependence, an incomplete leadership team, or a business that has not been prepared to operate without its owner.  In this episode of Money School Elite, I sit down with Mike Bennett, founder of Crewe Capital, to examine what sophisticated buyers actually look for and why strong exits often take years to build.  We also explore why a business does not have one fixed value, how multiple indications of interest can create competitive tension, and why the right buyer may see strategic value that another completely misses.  What You'll Discover In This Episode    Why buyers price a business according to risk, not the effort it took to build The operational weaknesses that can quietly reduce your exit valuation Why founder dependence can make an otherwise profitable company harder to sell How tracking the right KPIs helps you understand whether your business is truly ready for market Why speaking to one buyer can leave significant value on the table How multiple indications of interest reveal what the market actually believes your company is worth Why the highest-value buyer may come from outside the traditional private equity landscape   About the Guest Mike Bennett is the Managing Partner of Crewe Capital. Mr. Bennett held senior positions with three different investment banking firms before this. Mr. Bennett provides capital solutions to middle-market companies and alternative investment advisory to institutional clients. Mr. Bennett has completed over 100 investment banking transactions. Expertise includes mergers, acquisitions, corporate finance, strategic advisory, fundraising, and direct investment in real estate, private equity, and private credit. Mr. Bennett sits on multiple boards and is actively involved in his community by participating in various organizations with a charitable focus. He is a graduate of Brigham Young University and the Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford. To learn more, visit crewe.com and send an email to m@crewe.com.     About Your Host From pro-snowboarder to money mogul, Chris Naugle has dedicated his life to being America's #1 Money Mentor. With a core belief that success is built not by the resources you have, but by how resourceful you can be. Chris has built and owned 19 companies, with his businesses being featured in Forbes, ABC, House Hunters, and his very own HGTV pilot in 2018. He is the founder of The Money School™ and Money Mentor for The Money Multiplier. His success also includes managing tens of millions of dollars in assets in the financial services and advisory industry and in real estate transactions. As an innovator and visionary in wealth-building and real estate, he empowers entrepreneurs, business owners, and real estate investors with the knowledge of how money works. Chris is also a nationally recognized speaker, author, and podcast host. He has spoken to and taught over ten thousand Americans, delivering the financial knowledge that fuels lasting freedom.   Resources Private Money Guide:  https://go.moneyschoolrei.com/book-podcast Wealth Wednesday Webinar: https://go.moneyschoolrei.com/wednesday-webinar-podcast Mapping out the Millionaire Mystery:  https://go.moneyschoolrei.com/newbook-podcast    

One ranking does things very differently. This week we talk about the Princeton Review Ranking – why it's unusual and how it can be useful for MBA applicants. 

Covid allowed many people to work from home for the first time and created a world where more flexible, hybrid working, mixing office work and working from home is now possible. But there are things to keep in mind to optimise this type of experience According to Prof Jonathan Trevor at the University of Oxford's Saïd Business School he suggests that it is better to match the task to the environment rather than following a strict schedule. He found that focused creative tasks, such as designing a brochure, can be easily done from home as they require little teamwork. Should you stick to a set schedule? How can you build team spirit? How can you create balance between home life and office life? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠⁠⁠Why do we forget our dreams?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠What is omotenashi, the Japanese art of hospitality?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠What is kinkeeping, the invisible workload often done by women?⁠⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First broadcast 2023-03-28 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Domiziano Pontone"La strada meno battuta"Come imparare a fare la differenzaMind Edizioniwww.mindedizioni.comIn un mondo popolato da oltre otto miliardi di persone, la competizione e la complessità sono destinate a crescere. Come è possibile emergere in una realtà così diseguale? Questo libro suggerisce di abbandonare i sentieri già tracciati per scegliere la strada meno battuta. Attraverso ragionamenti e comportamenti inediti, il lettore viene guidato a fare la differenza, trasformando la propria mentalità per dare un nuovo valore alla propria esistenza professionale e personale.La strada meno battuta propone un viaggio attraverso le scelte che costruiscono l'esistenza. Frutto di migliaia di incontri in 60 Paesi e di un percorso professionale dedito alla ricerca dell'ignoto, il testo invita a sfidare quotidianamente i propri limiti per conoscersi davvero. Ogni capitolo integra citazioni multidisciplinari e attività di riflessione per condurre il lettore al cuore di se stesso. L'autore analizza i concetti di sicurezza e comodità, insegnando a piegare coraggio e paura ai propri fini e a identificare nel rischio un fattore evolutivo determinante. Dalla riscoperta dei propri talenti alla valorizzazione della sconfitta, il libro offre una guida pratica per dare forma ai propri sogni e disegnare nuove vie. Un'opera pensata per gettare semi di cambiamento, capace di onorare il proprio scopo se anche un solo spunto saprà migliorare la vita di chi legge.Domiziano Pontone, laureato in Giurisprudenza, è Chief Corporate Sales Officer in Gi Group Holding, dove gestisce relazioni di alto profilo e un team internazionale. Dal 2024 è docente a contratto e collabora da anni con l'Università Cattolica. La sua esperienza spazia dalla leadership alla negoziazione, temi che tratta come docente in diverse Business School europee e come speaker in contesti multinazionali. Accanto alla carriera manageriale, coltiva l'attività di critico e divulgatore culturale. Cura le recensioni cinematografiche per la rubrica Maremosso di Feltrinelli e porta spettacoli sul cinema in festival e teatri. Ha pubblicato quattro volumi, tra cui L'educazione cinematografica (2015) e Il codice dell'odio (2023). Questa duplice anima, tra management e arte, gli permette di offrire una visione poliedrica sulla crescita personale, fondendo pragmatismo professionale e sensibilità umanistica. La strada meno battuta è il suo quinto libro.Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/il-posto-delle-parole--1487855/support.IL POSTO DELLE PAROLEascoltare fa pensarehttps://ilpostodelleparole.it/

What does it really take to shift from a traditional career path to building your own company—and how do your earliest money experiences shape the journey? In this episode of The Angel Next Door Podcast, listeners are invited to consider how personal financial histories and mindsets can be as pivotal as business acumen in entrepreneurship, especially when the goal is empowering others. Our guest, Stephanie Guttman, brings a uniquely diverse background, having started her career in corporate finance before moving through the world of startups, eventually becoming an investor and now a founder. She shares her early fascination with financial independence—opening an IRA at eighteen, working multiple jobs in high school, and volunteering for tax preparation—all of which laid the groundwork for her deep understanding of money, its power, and its potential as a force for individual autonomy. Throughout the episode, Marcia and Stephanie Guttman dive into the founding of Huntress Wealth—a platform designed not as a typical wealth management firm but as a resource for women seeking confidence, clarity, and purpose in their financial lives. Together, they explore the investing gap, societal and psychological barriers women face, and why understanding “enough” can be the secret to true financial empowerment. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersections of entrepreneurship, mindset, and financial equality, as it not only surfaces actionable ideas but also challenges listeners to rethink how they approach money and self-worth.   To get the latest from Stephanie Guttman, you can follow her below! https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-guttman/   Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing! Website: www.marciadawood.com Learn more about the documentary Show Her the Money: www.showherthemoneymovie.com And don't forget to follow us wherever you are! Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.apple Spotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotify LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood

Text a question to Victoria!Have you been told you need to “build trust” with your audience, but you're left wondering what that practically means? Want a peek behind the curtain of BrandWell's hiring process and what it's like to work with us—both as a team member, and as a client? Ariana Ramstad is the founder of My Media House, an upscale marketing and PR agency in Virginia Beach. She builds household names and gets your brand noticed, remembered, and booked. She also runs the socials and email marketing efforts for BrandWell!In this episode, Victoria and Ariana have a candid conversation about her experience working with BrandWell as a member of the team and as a website design client. They talk about both sides of the hiring process and cover the importance of building trust on social media—and what that looks like in practice.If you're feeling stuck with your social media strategy, or you're just a little nosey about what it's like to work with BrandWell, this episode gives you a full behind-the-scenes look. Whether you're out on a solo walk or tackling the pile of dishes in the sink, this episode will leave you with some fresh ways to build trust with your audience, insight into whether or not to build in public, and motivation to make social media a priority.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Watch The Video on YouTubeConnect With Ariana on InstagramFollow My Media House on InstagramVisit My Media House's NEW WebsiteWork With BrandWell For show notes, head to www.thebrandingbusinessschool.com/thepodcast/Show notes for episodes 1-91 can be found at www.brandwelldesigns.com/thepodcast/Follow BrandWell on Instagram. Follow The Branding Business School on Instagram.Save on your first year of Honeybook using this link! Save 50% off your first year of Flodesk using this link! Get $30 off your first month of Nuuly using this link!Get up to $150 off your first box of Factor Meals using this link!

Chelsea Baugh returns for her third conversation on Case Studies, this time as a recent BYU MBA graduate, mother of five, and the one running the Baugh Family Foundation and family office. In this episode of Case Studies, Chelsea traces the winding path that led her back to school at forty, from a spiritual nudge to write scripture study posts, to a rejected application, to an unexpected pivot into business.She talks candidly about imposter syndrome, rewriting her own story, and why motherhood may be the best leadership training there is. The conversation turns to marriage, twenty-one years of it, and the quiet discipline of staying close through disruption.Chelsea also shares the vision behind Sandlot Impact, the new philanthropic arm she's building inside Sandlot Partners. A conversation about growth, identity, and the courage to jump into the unknown.[00:00] Three Years of Case Studies[00:42] Coming Out of the MBA Fog[03:24] The Spiritual Nudge Toward Growth[06:20] Nicole's Nudge and a Dissertation[08:32] Rejected, Then a New Challenge[11:31] Calling Chad, Chasing Near Eastern Studies[13:33] Pivoting to the MBA[15:22] Rewriting Her Own Story[19:06] BYU, Mike Drake, and a Changed Brain[22:20] Confidence Two Years Later[24:11] Turning 41 and the Puzzle Coming Together[28:36] Twenty-One Years of Marriage[41:08] Twenty-One Years of Motherhood[45:26] Building Sandlot Impact[51:17] The iHub Fellowship and Corbin's GiftThe information in this communication is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or a solicitation to invest in any fund or security. This communication is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon as, tax, legal, investment, accounting, or financial advice. Recipients should consult their own tax, legal, accounting, and other professional advisors regarding any potential investment in a fund or security.This communication does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any interest in a pooled investment vehicle sponsored by Sandlot Partners, LLC (“Sandlot”) or any of its affiliates (“Fund”). Any such offer or solicitation will be made only by means of each respective Fund's confidential Private Placement Memorandum (“PPM”), Limited Partnership Agreement, Subscription Documents, and other operative documents (collectively, the “Offering Documents”), which contain material information not included herein and which supersede this communication in its entirety.Past performance is not indicative of future results. There can be no assurance that any Fund will achieve comparable results or implement its strategy successfully. All investing involves risk, including the loss of principal. Each Fund typically invests in illiquid projects that cannot be quickly sold or converted to cash. As a result, investors may not be able to access their capital when desired. Additional risks associated with an investment in a Fund, as well as important information about Sandlot Partners and its personnel, are described in detail in the Offering Documents and in Sandlot Partners' Form ADV, which is publicly available on the SEC's Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website at https://adviserinfo.sec.gov. Both the Offering Documents and Form ADV should be read carefully and should serve as the sole basis for any decision to invest in each respective Fund.Certain statements, testimonials, or endorsements included in this communication may have been provided by clients or non-clients of Sandlot. The individuals or entities providing such statements did not receive direct cash compensation from Sandlot in connection with the statements or endorsements.In certain circumstances, Sandlot or its affiliates may have provided indirect economic benefits or other consideration to such persons or entities, including through business relationships, investments, portfolio company relationships, or other arrangements. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Henry Richardson, a former national champion diver, has built a career centered around health, wellbeing, and community. After earning his MBA at Rice Business, Henry founded the fitness studio chain, DEFINE body & mind, a nod to a professor's words about defining your role in this world.  Henry's work with DEFINE has since evolved into Define Living, apartment communities with health and wellbeing at their core. In this episode of Owl Have You Know, hosted by Brian Jackson ‘21, Henry shares his journey from all-star athlete to entrepreneur, how he's creating environments that shape behavior and improve wellbeing, and why he believes business, at its best, is a spiritual practice.Episode Guide:00:00 Meet Henry Richardson00:55 Life in Tepoztlán02:40 From Diving to Teaching05:33 Yoga Turning Point09:19 Choosing Rice MBA10:39 The Moment That Sparked DEFINE14:29 Environment Shapes Behavior16:34 Define Living Community Model22:10 Leadership in Real Estate25:14 Positive Psychology Proof27:26 Feronia Retreat Vision31:56 Business As A Spiritual Practice35:46 Advice for Disconnection38:10 Defining His Role TodayThe Owl Have You Know Podcast is a production of Rice Business and is produced by University FM.Episode Quotes:The lightbulb moment Henry knew he had to build something of his own[11:34]  I was in business school 2007 through 2009, and that was literally the time of the Great Recession. And so my first semester of my second year was when everything just essentially was bleak. I remember one of my professors, he said, "Look, last year 75% of students at this point had job offers, and this year only 25%. So it's a complete flip, right? And so things aren't as hopeful as they perhaps were over a year ago.”  And he said the phrase you just mentioned. He said, "Listen, don't take a job just because it's available. Take something that's going to define your role in this world." And I just, like, stopped in my foot track, like, this may not be exactly what I do, but if I do, if I open up a studio, a fitness studio, I'm calling it Define.That's exactly the thing I needed. And I actually have to admit, I cut my next class, which I am not one prone to do. I feel like I'm a good student, right? But I cut my next class, and I filed my DBA for Define in Harris County. On why Henry sees business as a spiritual practice, not just a hustle [32:12] Business is actually a very spiritual process. It is discipline. It's devotion. It is connecting to something that's bigger than yourself so that you can be better than just the individual self that you are. And I think business is very much like that. I feel like if you are working in an industry that you're passionate about, that you want to contribute to, it can be something that can be utilized for the good of humanity. You know, doing well by doing good, that whole mindset. His calculated approach to big leaps like taking the plunge at Rice Business School [13:17] I'm creative, and I'm adventurous for sure. I mean, I used to dive from a 10-meter platform. But I'm not just, like, blindly foolish in anything I do. I'm pretty calculated in terms of the approach that I take to most things. Like in diving, you start on the one meter, and then you go to the three, and then you go to the five, and then you go to the seven, and then you go to the ten. And so there's these steps that take you along this path, and the exact same thing happened with me at business school. And it was so powerful because Rice was the quote-unquote "platform" for me to dive and jump into my business, and it gave me the path and the training to feel confident.Show Links: Define LivingFeronia | Retreat and Event VenueBreathing Life Back in Business, Henry Richardson | TEDxTranscriptGuest Profile:Henry Richardson | LinkedInHenry Richardson | Rice Business

We discuss the trends in this year's b-school application questions and drill into the details at numerous top programs.

Capturing your reader's attention is the most important goal of your MBA application. You want the admissions officer to remember you after reading 20 applications that day. The longer you can keep his or her attention (in the right way!), the better your chances are of landing an interview.In this episode, we take the core principles from Oren Klaff's Pitch Anything, and discuss 4 ways you can get and keep attention in your application. The primal "croc brain" that hears a pitch is very different from the logical "neocortex" that designs a pitch. The "croc brain" is intrigued by pleasant novelty, movement, and suspense. Listen on for some very specific ways you can incorporate these elements into your MBA essays and resume.TopicsIntroduction (0:00)Be a Pleasant Novelty (3:35)Use Frames that Make You the Prize (6:47)Always Show Movement (12:08)Have Strong Alternatives (13:30)Show NotesPitch Anything: An Innovative Method for Presenting, Persuading and Winning the Deal by Oren KlaffGreat Applications for Business School by Paul BodineResources for MBA Applicants⁠⁠⁠Get free school selection help at Touch MBA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get pre-assessed by top international MBA programs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Admissions Edge Course & Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our favorite MBA application tools (after advising 4,000 applicants)⁠

What if the goal was never just to build three income streams? In Day 30 of Summer Business School, we're bringing together everything you've learned throughout the series to show you how the Three Magic Income Streams Framework™ creates something even more valuable than income—it creates options. When your business includes Quick Cash, Scalable Income, and Leverage Income, you're no longer relying on one client, one launch, or one paycheck. Instead, you begin building a business that is more stable, more flexible, and designed to support the life you want to live. In this episode, you'll learn: Why one income stream isn't enough for long-term stability How your coaching, programs, and digital products work together The Freedom Business Framework™ for building a sustainable business Practical first steps to start building each income stream How to choose your focus for the next 90 days Whether you're just getting started or you're ready to simplify and strengthen your business, this episode will help you see how all the pieces fit together. If you're ready to stop wondering if your business idea can work and start building it, join my FREE 4-Day Business Builder Challenge at ClassyCareerGirl.com/challenge. Tomorrow is our final class—Graduation Day—where we'll celebrate everything you've accomplished, review the biggest lessons from Summer Business School, and map out your next chapter as a business owner.

The tenth season of the Eccles Business Buzz podcast concludes today with a conversation between host Frances Johnson and Winter Vinecki, 2x Olympian for the US Freestyle Ski Team, author, David Eccles School of Business graduate and current law student.Winter and Frances go over Winter's many impressive achievements, including being the youngest person to run a marathon on all seven continents, founding the nonprofit Team Winter for prostate cancer awareness in honor of her late father, and balancing elite training with school throughout her career. Winter discusses motivation, trying new things, and reaching long-term goals through incremental steps, as well as managing Olympic pressure through preparation, sports psychology, breathing, visualization, and staying present. She reflects on coping with disappointment, recurring injuries, valuing the process, and prioritizing education for mental health and post-sport identity. The conversation also explores how sports build community and create global connections, and Winter explains why focusing on your own unique journey rather than comparisons is so important for your mindset.Eccles Business Buzz is a production of the David Eccles School of Business and is produced by University.fm.Eccles Business Buzz is proud to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 70 Business School podcasts on the web. Learn more at https://podcast.feedspot.com/us_business_school_podcasts. Episode Quotes:How small goals built an Olympic dream [06:17] You make the baby steps and the incremental plans along the way and the goals, and before you know it, you're one step closer and one step closer and one step closer. So when I first moved out to Park City to try aerial skiing, my goal was to get that summer scholarship to be able to train in Park City for the summer, because I knew if I did that, then I could train and do my first back flips on snow. If I did that, I could have a good year on snow for the first time, then maybe the next year do doubles, and then doubles meant I could make the ski team. Ski team meant World Cup. World Cup meant Olympics. So it's like all these steps, but you have to start by looking at that first step in the ladder, because you can't get to the top unless you put that hand on that first step first. It's about all those short-term goals that really allow you to get those long-term goals, but it is important to have those dream goals, even if you don't get there, because it's all a part of the process of how you can accomplish all those other steps on the way up.The real reason why Winter kept studying while chasing Olympic glory[22:57] I've always really enjoyed learning, so that's been part of the reason why it's been easy in a sense for me to want to continue to do these things. But in another sense, I think it's good for my entire mental health as a professional athlete because if your only focus is on your sport and that gets taken away, that is extremely difficult. So with injuries, if you have a bad year and you don't get sponsorships, you don't have prize money that year; that can put so much pressure on a sport you love, and it can make it not fun anymore. And so I think it's important to have these other things to be able to look forward to in your life, and if I have a bad day of training, then that doesn't go well, but I can do something good in school and get a good grade in that or work on that to be able to have those other things to feel like I'm moving forward in other areas of my life, too. Because we can't all do sports, unfortunately, for the rest of our lives. An Olympian's hard-won lesson on letting go of everyone else's expectations[44:19] I would tell my younger self that it's your journey. It's not anybody else's. There's no use in comparing yourselves or trying to do things just to please other people, whether that be your parents or other friends or, like, coaches. This is about you. Like, what do you want, and how do you want to get there? And so, I think some of the time throughout my career, I've been so stressed about, like, "Oh, what do other people want or what's expected of me, or everyone thinks I should do this." And at the end of the day, realizing sooner that [I] believe in myself and believe that what I want is worthy and how I want to get there.Show Links:WinterVinecki.comTeam Winter | Charity OrganizationWinter Vinecki | LinkedInWinter Vinecki | Team USA ProfileWinter Vinecki | InstagramWinter's RiseDavid Eccles School of Business (@ubusiness) | InstagramUndergraduate Scholars ProgramsRising Business LeadersEccles Alumni Network (@ecclesalumni) | Instagram Eccles Experience Magazine

John Maytham is joined by honorary professor at Wits Business School and economist of Altitude Wealth, Professor Jannie Rossouw, to discuss the rise of prediction betting. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How To Plan to Build Your Business in 90 Days | Day 29 Summer Business School What if you stopped trying to plan your entire year—and instead focused on the next 90 days? In today's Summer Business School class, you'll learn why 90-day planning is one of the most powerful tools for building a successful business. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by endless to-do lists and big annual goals, you'll create a simple plan that helps you stay focused, take consistent action, and make meaningful progress. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why 90-day goals are more effective than annual goals • How to choose one primary business goal for the next quarter • The three priorities that will move your business forward • How to break big goals into monthly milestones • A simple weekly planning system to help you stay consistent • Why focus—not more ideas—is the key to long-term business growth Whether you're starting your business, growing your audience, launching an offer, or working toward your first paying clients, this episode will help you create a clear roadmap for your next 90 days. Free Business Builder Challenge Ready to stop wondering if your business idea could work and start building it? Join my FREE 4-Day Business Builder Challenge and I'll help you choose your business idea, create your first offer, and build three income streams that work together to grow a profitable business. Join us at ClassyCareerGirl.com/challenge If you're enjoying Summer Business School, be sure to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with another entrepreneur who needs a simple plan to make real progress. Tomorrow, we'll bring everything together as we create your complete Business Builder Blueprint and review the entire 3 Magic Income Streams Framework.

Text a question to Victoria!Does the thought of having kids while growing your business feel intimidating? Or perhaps you are a mom and business owner who struggles with comparison because everyone else seems to “have it all together”. Either way, you'll feel seen, heard, and encouraged during this solo episode where Victoria opens up an honest conversation about motherhood, entrepreneurship, and what her life actually looks like behind the scenes.Victoria answers some burning questions her community asked on Instagram about her daily routine, prioritizing health, building a flexible business, and more. This episode is a coffee chat, heart-to-heart and a reminder that we're all just doing our best. Whether you're catching up on laundry or out for a morning jog, this episode will remind you to embrace the season you're in and remember that no one is perfect.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Work With BrandWell DesignsFor show notes, head to www.thebrandingbusinessschool.com/thepodcast/Show notes for episodes 1-91 can be found at www.brandwelldesigns.com/thepodcast/Follow BrandWell on Instagram. Follow The Branding Business School on Instagram.Save on your first year of Honeybook using this link! Save 50% off your first year of Flodesk using this link! Get $30 off your first month of Nuuly using this link!Get up to $150 off your first box of Factor Meals using this link!

The Numbers Every Business Owner Should Track: Day 28 Summer Business School Are you measuring the right things in your business? One of the biggest differences between struggling entrepreneurs and successful CEOs is that CEOs know their numbers. They don't rely on feelings or hope—they use data to make confident decisions. In Day 28 of Summer Business School, you'll learn how to create your own CEO Dashboard™ so you can stop guessing and start leading your business with clarity. In this episode, you'll discover: The five numbers every business owner should track each week How to build a simple CEO Dashboard™ The difference between vanity metrics and meaningful business metrics The weekly numbers I personally review to grow my business How tracking the right data helps you make smarter decisions and grow faster You'll also complete a practical assignment to choose the five metrics you'll begin tracking every week so you can stay focused on what actually moves your business forward. If you're ready to think like a CEO and build a business with confidence, this episode is for you. Ready to take the next step? Join my FREE 4-Day Business Builder Challenge at ClassyCareerGirl.com/challenge, where I'll help you choose your business idea, create your first offer, and build three income streams that work together to grow a profitable business. Class is in session!

Most entrepreneurs spend their days reacting—checking email, answering messages, scrolling social media, and tackling whatever feels most urgent. But successful CEOs don't build their businesses that way. In Day 27 of Summer Business School, you'll learn how to shift from thinking like an employee to leading like a CEO. Anna shares the CEO Weekly Rhythm, a simple framework for organizing your week around the activities that actually grow your business instead of keeping you busy. You'll discover why revenue-producing activities should always be your top priority, how to stop reacting to every notification, and the weekly planning habit that has helped Anna make better decisions and build a business that supports her life. In this episode, you'll learn: Why busy doesn't always mean productive The difference between an employee mindset and a CEO mindset How to structure your week with the CEO Weekly Rhythm™ Why revenue-producing activities should come first every day How to identify the highest-leverage task that moves your business forward If you're ready to stop feeling busy and start building your business with intention, this episode will help you lead with clarity and confidence. Ready to build your business? Join the FREE 4-Day Business Builder Challenge at www.ClassyCareerGirl.com/challenge

Are your offers starting to feel disconnected? Maybe you have a course, a coaching program, a membership, or digital products—but you're not sure how they all fit together. In today's episode of Summer Business School, you'll learn how to build a Business Ecosystem™ where every offer has a purpose and every step naturally leads your customers to the next. Instead of creating random products, you'll design a clear customer journey that builds trust, creates consistent sales, and helps your business grow sustainably. In this episode, you'll learn: Why random offers make marketing harder The six stages of a successful business ecosystem How to connect your free content, lead magnets, coaching, memberships, and digital products How to guide customers through a simple, intentional journey The framework successful businesses use to grow over time By the end of today's class, you'll have a simple blueprint to map your own business ecosystem and identify exactly what to build next.

Feeling like you're constantly chasing your next Instagram post, Reel, email, or podcast episode? The secret isn't creating more content—it's learning how to teach one idea in multiple ways. In today's Summer Business School class, you'll discover The Content Multiplication Method™, my simple system for turning one great idea into weeks of valuable content across every platform. Instead of starting from scratch every day, you'll learn how to create once and repurpose strategically so you can stay visible, save time, and grow your business without burning out. In this episode, you'll learn: Why creating more content isn't the answer How to turn one teaching into 30+ pieces of content The easiest content workflow for busy entrepreneurs How to stay consistent without feeling overwhelmed My Content Multiplication Method™ for growing your audience faster If you've ever wondered how successful entrepreneurs seem to be everywhere online, this episode will show you their secret.

What if Instagram disappeared tomorrow? Would you still have a way to reach your audience? In today's episode of Summer Business School, you'll discover why an email list is one of the most valuable assets you can build—and how to create a lead magnet that turns followers into subscribers and subscribers into future customers. Anna introduces The Lead Magnet Ladder™, a simple framework for creating free resources that do more than collect email addresses. Instead of offering random freebies, you'll learn how to design a lead magnet that solves one small problem, introduces your unique teaching framework, and naturally leads people to your next offer. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why every business should prioritize building an email list • The four steps of The Lead Magnet Ladder™ • How Anna built her very first email list starting with just one subscriber • Why your lead magnet should create momentum instead of overwhelm • How to guide new subscribers toward becoming loyal customers Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to improve your current lead generation strategy, this episode will help you create an email list that becomes one of your greatest business assets. Class Assignment: Identify one small problem you can solve in 15 minutes. Decide on the best format for your lead magnet. Choose the paid offer that naturally comes next. Outline your first three follow-up emails. Ready to build your business with all three income streams? Join Anna's FREE 4-Day Business Builder Challenge at ClassyCareerGirl.com/challenge and learn how to choose your business idea, create your first offer, and build a business that creates freedom, flexibility, and lasting impact.

Join Natalie Boll, Founder and CEO of Tribela, for an urgent and essential dialogue on reengineering the foundational blueprint of social media. After over two decades spent producing award-winning media content for CBC, Amazon, HGTV, and the Food Network, Natalie transitioned into technology to foster a healthier digital future. In this episode, we move past the uninspired debate of absolute youth device bans to explore how safety-by-design protocols, membership-backed business models, and humane design choices can co-exist to form a healthy, highly profitable digital environment for children and young people.

Create Your First Digital Product This Weekend: Day 23 Summer Business School Think you need to create a huge online course before you can sell a digital product? Think again. In Day 23 of Summer Business School, Anna Runyan shares The Tiny Offer Method™—a simple framework to help you create your first digital product in just one weekend. You'll learn why your first digital product doesn't need to be complicated, how to choose the right format, and why solving one specific problem is often the fastest path to making your first leverage income. In this episode, you'll discover: Why simple digital products often sell better than large courses The four steps of The Tiny Offer Method™ Easy digital product ideas you can create quickly How to build something that saves your customers time and gets results Why testing a small offer first leads to bigger opportunities later Whether you're a coach, consultant, freelancer, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode will help you stop overthinking and finally create a digital product you can confidently share with the world. This is Day 23 of the Summer Business School: Build 3 Income Streams in 31 Days series. Ready to build your business alongside me? Join my free Business Builder Challenge at ClassyCareerGirl.com/challenge and learn how to create your first offer, grow your audience, and build all three of your Magic Income Streams. If you'd like, I can also make it a bit more SEO-focused by naturally including keywords like passive income, digital products, online business, and make money online without sounding keyword-stuffed.

Everyone seems to be talking about passive income. "Create a course." "Sell a digital product." "Make money while you sleep." But here's the truth: digital products aren't where most successful businesses begin—they're where they grow. In Day 22 of Summer Business School, Anna Runyan introduces the third and final income stream in The 3 Magic Income Streams Framework™: Leverage Income. You'll discover why digital products work best after you've validated your ideas through coaching and group programs, and how to create resources people are already asking for. In this episode, you'll learn: Why digital products should be your third income stream—not your first The biggest reason most online courses and digital products don't sell How to turn client questions into profitable digital products Why templates, planners, workbooks, and checklists often outperform complicated courses The mindset shift from creating offers to building valuable business assets You'll also complete a simple notebook exercise to uncover digital product ideas hidden inside the work you're already doing. If you've been wondering when the right time is to create a course, workbook, template, or digital download, this episode will help you build leverage the smart way. Ready to build a business with all three income streams? Join my FREE 4-Day Business Builder Challenge at www.ClassyCareerGirl.com/challenge and I'll help you choose your business idea, create your first offer, and build a business that creates freedom, flexibility, and lasting income. Class dismissed. See you tomorrow!

For Alecia Harris '23, art is as essential as breathing, and it's something everyone deserves to have access to. So she's turned that belief into a career that sits at the intersection of art and business, with a mission focused on making art accessible.After years working in arts programming and visitor engagement at Rice University's Moody Center for the Arts, she earned her Professional MBA from Rice Business, then pivoted into private wealth management at J.P. Morgan, where she built a client book of art collectors and museum donors. Now, as chief development officer at the Rothko Chapel, she's channeling all of that experience into leading fundraising and development for one of Houston's most iconic cultural institutions, during a pivotal moment in its history.Alecia joins co-host Brian Jackson '21 to discuss her winding path from art history to finance and back, what “radical hospitality” means in practice, how her MBA gave her the 50,000-foot view she needed, and why Houston's next generation of patrons must step up to steward the city's world-class cultural institutions into the future.Episode Guide:00:00 Meet Alecia Harris01:09 Finding Art History02:29 Art Without Intimidation05:02 Radical Hospitality06:26 The Rothko Chapel07:39 Renovation and Light09:13 Why Get an MBA12:21 From Arts to JPMorgan14:26 MBA Learning Curve15:46 Art Advantage in Banking21:37 Development Role Day to Day23:43 Leadership Across Sectors28:17 Travel for Art31:08 Houston Hidden GemsThe Owl Have You Know Podcast is a production of Rice Business and is produced by University FM.Episode Quotes:Why arts shouldn't be a luxury 5:41: If you stand in front of a piece of work, often Rothko paintings, like people talk about having your Rothko moment, like people are moved to tears. They have these transformative experiences in front of it. Why shouldn't that be available to everybody? And for me, even when I was working in, at JPMorgan, and I was working in finance, I had to have access to art every day because for me, it's like breathing. And I think good art holds a mirror up to society. It helps you process universal truths. It helps you connect to people. It's so important to me. It's not a luxury. It's something that I think everybody has to have access to it. And so anything that I can do to make people feel as if they also have an ownership over this, they have a right to access it, that's something that I'm very motivated by.The 50,000-foot view of leadership23:15: I never would have had that 50,000 square foot view or really been able to understand how all the different pieces came together if I hadn't gone to business school. So I'm so, so fortunate that I have that perspective. One, just the scope of programs that we learned at Rice, but then also getting that experience working at the bank and now being able to bring all of that to this very worthwhile organization is incredibly meaningful.Why curiosity makes better leaders23:55: For me, there's not really the qualities that I look for in a leader that I don't look for and think are worthwhile in just general human beings. Like this curiosity and openness, a willingness to listen. I think we can learn so much from unexpected places, take inspiration from unexpected places. I'm somebody that's a big info gatherer, and I'll take something and it's like I don't really know what I'm going to do with that or why I needed to know that right now, but I'll put it, you know, in my back pocket. And then those moments when you're able to make the connection later and it kind of unlocks new meaning or new opportunity, those are always really rewarding.Show Links: Rothko ChapelMoody Center for the Arts | Rice UniversityTranscriptGuest Profile:Alecia Harris | Rothko Chapel

Do you think you need a huge audience before you can launch a successful group program or membership? In today's Summer Business School class, I'm sharing why that's one of the biggest myths in online business—and why you don't need 1,000 members to get started. You only need your first 10. In this episode, you'll learn how to confidently launch a small beta group, personally invite your first members, create meaningful transformation, and gather the success stories that make every future launch easier. You'll discover: Why waiting for more followers is keeping you stuck How to find your first members through personal invitations The benefits of starting with a beta or founding members group How to focus on transformation instead of perfection Why your first testimonials are more valuable than a large audience You'll also receive a simple class assignment to help you identify your first 10 potential members, write your invitation, choose your launch date, and define the transformation your group will deliver. This episode wraps up Week Three of Summer Business School and celebrates everything you've learned about building scalable income through group programs, community, and memberships. Next week, we'll begin building your third Magic Income Stream: Leverage Income. If you've been dreaming about launching a membership, coaching program, or online community, this episode will give you the confidence to start before you feel ready. For your free Business Builder resources, visit www.ClassyCareerGirl.com/challenge. Until next class… keep building the business—and life—you love.

We dig into the truth and perceptions behind the narrative of hiring cooldown in the MBB. Plus, this week we have a guest host. 

Stop Reinventing Your Business Every Month: Day 20 Summer Business School Do you find yourself asking the same questions every week? What should I teach? What should I post? What should I create next? If you're constantly reinventing your business, you're probably spending more time making decisions than making progress. In today's Summer Business School class, you'll learn The Membership Success Calendar™—a simple planning system that helps you create consistent content, keep your members engaged, and build a business that feels organized instead of overwhelming. Inside this episode, you'll discover: Why successful memberships run on rhythm instead of randomness How to choose a monthly theme that creates real transformation A simple four-week framework your members will look forward to Why giving one clear weekly assignment leads to better results How planning ahead gives you more freedom as a business owner Whether you're creating a membership, group coaching program, or online course, this episode will help you stop starting over every month and build a business that grows through consistency. Class Assignment: Plan one month of your membership or program. Choose one monthly theme, outline four weekly topics, create one action step for each week, and end with a celebration. You'll be surprised how much easier your business becomes when you have a plan. If you're ready to build a business with more freedom, flexibility, and predictable income, subscribe so you don't miss the next class of Summer Business School. Learn more and join the free Business Builder Challenge at ClassyCareerGirl.com/challenge.

Why Community Is Your Secret Growth Strategy: Day 19 Summer Business School What if the biggest reason people join—and stay in your programs—has nothing to do with your content? In today's Summer Business School class, you'll discover why community is one of the most valuable assets you can build in your business. In a world where information is everywhere and AI can answer almost any question, connection has become your greatest competitive advantage. You'll learn The Community Flywheel™, a simple framework that shows how community creates momentum, momentum leads to action, action produces results, and those results inspire even more growth. Whether you're building a membership, group coaching program, online course, or mastermind, this episode will help you create an experience people don't just join—they belong to. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why information is no longer enough in today's AI-powered world • The Community Flywheel™ and how it fuels business growth • The real reason people stay in memberships • How to create a welcoming, encouraging community • Practical ways to help members connect and celebrate each other's wins Today's Assignment: Imagine you have your first 10 members. How would you welcome them? How would they meet one another? How would you celebrate their progress? Write down three ideas that help your members feel like they truly belong. Ready to build a business with recurring revenue and a thriving community? Join my free 4-Day Business Builder Challenge at ClassyCareerGirl.com/challenge. Thanks for listening to Summer Business School! I'll see you tomorrow for Day 20, where we'll map out your membership content plan so you always know what to teach next. Class dismissed!

Have you ever bought an online course, watched the first module... and never finished it? You're not alone. The problem isn't that most courses contain bad information. The problem is that they contain too much information and not enough implementation. Whether you're creating an online course, group coaching program, membership, or certification, this episode will show you how to simplify your content, create momentum, and build an experience your students will love. In this episode, you'll learn: Why most online courses never get completed How to create one clear goal for every lesson Why every lesson needs one simple assignment How celebrating progress keeps students motivated The secret to removing overwhelm while increasing transformation Remember: Transformation beats information. Your students don't need more content—they need a clear path to success. Simple lessons create momentum. Momentum creates transformation.

How to Create a Signature Framework and Become Known: Day 17 Summer Business School In today's Summer Business School class, you'll learn why the fastest way to build your reputation, grow your audience, and attract more customers isn't by teaching everything you know—it's by creating a simple, memorable framework people can remember and share. In this episode, you'll discover: Why people remember frameworks, not information The 4-step Signature Framework Formula™ How to identify the transformation you want to become known for Why 3–5 simple steps are more powerful than overwhelming your audience How to name your framework so it becomes part of your brand Where to use your framework across your podcast, social media, emails, coaching, and offers Anna also shares the evolution of her own signature frameworks—from the original Get Unstuck System and Love Your Career Formula to Corporate Rescue Plan, the Three Magic Income Streams Framework™, and the ANCHOR Method featured in her upcoming book. If you've been wondering how to stand out in a crowded market, this class will help you stop trying to be known for everything—and start becoming known for one unforgettable idea.

What if the secret to a successful group program isn't creating more content—but creating a clear path to transformation? In Day 16 of Summer Business School, Anna Runyan shares The Transformation Roadmap, a simple framework for designing a group coaching program, membership, or course that helps people get real results. Instead of asking, "What should I teach?" you'll learn the better question every successful program creator asks—and why your students need a roadmap, not a library of information. In this episode, you'll learn: Why information alone doesn't create transformation How to define your client's Point A and Point B The simple 3–5 milestone framework for structuring your program Why accountability and community are often the missing ingredients How to design a program people actually finish—and recommend Today's Assignment Draw a line across a page in your notebook. On the left, write Point A. On the right, write Point B. Then answer: Where is my ideal client today? Where do they want to be? What are the three to five milestones that will help them get there? By the end of this exercise, you'll have the outline for your very first group program.

The tenth season of the Eccles Business Buzz podcast continues with a conversation between host Frances Johnson and Jim Olson, President of the Utah Jazz, and key leader for the Utah Mammoth NHL Franchise, the Delta Center Arena, and more.Jim and Frances talk about Jim's 30+ years in the sports business, emphasizing how technology and Ryan Smith's tech background have expanded the Utah Jazz's parent entity, The Smith Entertainment Group's global reach, deepened fan connection, and enabled data-driven customization of tickets, sponsorships, and in-arena experiences. He explains how sales are the revenue engine that funds reinvestment in teams, facilities, community programs, and the current Delta Center renovation for hockey, including a new 450-stall parking garage. The conversation covers sports' unifying and economic impact, lasting memories, career skills and education, the upcoming Business of Sports minor at the Eccles School, and excitement about future championships, upcoming Olympic Games, and district-style real estate developments in Utah.Eccles Business Buzz is a production of the David Eccles School of Business and is produced by University.fm.Eccles Business Buzz is proud to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 70 Business School podcasts on the web. Learn more at https://podcast.feedspot.com/us_business_school_podcasts. Episode Quotes:Why fans are the lifeblood of every sports business [08:46] Frances Johnson: What is the role of sales specifically in today's sports industry?[08:52] Jim Olson: Well, I'm definitely biased when I get asked that because I spent so much of my career focused on the revenue-generating aspects of our business. And I just believe you have to generate revenue. It's revenue-generating; that revenue just opens up the doors to so many different things. You know, it opens up the doors to improving our arena experience. It opens up the doors to improving our broadcast experience. It opens up the doors to improving our retail experience. And obviously, it's cyclical. As you open up those doors and improve all those experiences, the goal is to generate more revenue with it. But, look, we say that our fans are the lifeblood of the organization. We really mean that because they're making a large commitment, be it through buying tickets, watching games, streaming games, their businesses being partners in through sponsorship programs, and so forth. And our fans are the lifeblood because it drives the revenue, which allows us to do so many things.Turning revenue into a better fan experience [10:56] When we make money, we reinvest it back into the company. We're not publicly traded where we got to worry about stockholders. We're not worried about paying off other individuals or whatever it may be. When we make money, we reinvest it right back into the organization, where we have gone through a rebuilding phase with the team, and now people have seen we're making investments into improving both the basketball team and the hockey team, Jazz and the Mammoth, and we're reinvesting into our facilities. We're going to be done in September with a new parking garage that's connected to the arena. 450 new parking stalls to enhance the experience there. And so really we reinvest into our marketing efforts and our social media efforts, and we reinvest back into the community.Jim reveals the most important skills for building a career in sports [23:50] Working in sports is no different than working in every other job. It's competitive. You have to grind. You have to work hard. You have to be focused. You have to learn to work with people. Like, it's, kind of, what everybody knows. It's hard. It's competitive. There might be jobs out there that are 9:00 to 5:00, but I don't know. That's not sports, you know. We work nights, we work weekends, we work holidays, we work early mornings, we work late, whatever. But it's just so fun. Show Links:Jim Olson | LinkedInSales Innovation Summit Presentation | David Eccles SchoolThe Delta CenterDavid Eccles School of Business (@ubusiness) | InstagramUndergraduate Scholars ProgramsRising Business LeadersEccles Alumni Network (@ecclesalumni) | Instagram Eccles Experience Magazine

Have you ever looked at your calendar and realized there's simply no room for another client? If your income only grows when you work more hours, you've built a business with a ceiling. In Day 15 of Summer Business School, we're beginning the second income stream in the 3 Magic Income Streams Framework: Scalable Income. In today's lesson, you'll discover why successful entrepreneurs eventually stop trading time for money and start creating systems that allow them to serve more people, make a bigger impact, and build a business that doesn't depend on working longer hours. You'll learn: Why one-on-one services eventually limit your growth The difference between Quick Cash and Scalable Income Why memberships create deeper transformation than coaching alone How Corporate Rescue Plan grew from years of serving real clients The mindset shift that helps you build a business that scales You'll also complete a simple exercise to help you start thinking beyond your calendar and begin designing a business that can grow with you.

Text a question to Victoria!If you've ever been curious about lip filler and the world of medical aesthetics, then this episode is for you! Lisa Campbell is a nurse practitioner and the Founder of Unveil Aesthetics, an aesthetics and wellness practice based out of Wilmington, Delaware. She specializes in cosmetic injectables, Botox filler, bio stimulators, and more.In this episode, Victoria and Lisa discuss her journey from spending 10 years as a nurse to eventually opening her own aesthetics practice. They talk about medical aesthetics as a field of medicine, rebranding and shifting into a premium brand, advice for new business owners, being a forever student, and how every unique experience you have helps you build the skillset to run your business. Lisa also answers your burning questions on skincare and trendy wellness topics with a fun "do it or ditch it" rapid fire.Whether you work in aesthetics or are simply curious about health and wellness practices (including red light therapy and salmon sperm facials), this conversation is for you. Pour yourself a sparkling water or big mug of coffee, and enjoy this fun girl chat episode with Lisa.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Watch the Episode on YouTubeBook With Unveil Medical AestheticsConnect With Lisa on InstagramWork With BrandWell DesignsFor show notes, head to www.thebrandingbusinessschool.com/thepodcast/Show notes for episodes 1-91 can be found at www.brandwelldesigns.com/thepodcast/Follow BrandWell on Instagram. Follow The Branding Business School on Instagram.Save on your first year of Honeybook using this link! Save 50% off your first year of Flodesk using this link! Get $30 off your first month of Nuuly using this link!Get up to $150 off your first box of Factor Meals using this link!

What does it really take to make your first $1,000 in business? In Day 14 of Summer Business School, we're bringing together everything you've learned over the past two weeks into one simple action plan you can start using immediately. If you've been wondering how to turn your business idea into real income, this episode will show you that your first $1,000 isn't about luck or going viral, it's about consistently taking the right actions. In today's class, you'll learn: • The Quick Cash Action Plan • The four weekly habits that lead to paying clients • How to simplify your path to your first $1,000 • Why serving people comes before selling • The importance of following up and staying consistent • How to calculate exactly how many clients you need to reach your income goal You'll also complete a simple assignment to map out your own First $1,000 Plan, including your offer, pricing, client goal, and next action step. Congratulations on completing Week Two of Summer Business School! You've built a business model, clarified your offer, created a pricing strategy, developed a client attraction plan, and designed a marketing system. Now it's time to put it all into action. Next week, we'll begin building your second Magic Income Stream as we explore scalable income through memberships, group programs, and online courses.

Which factors should MBA couples consider when deciding whether to apply together? And how should they communicate that in their applications?

Have you ever opened Instagram, stared at a blank screen, and wondered... "What should I post today?" You're not alone. One of the biggest reasons entrepreneurs struggle with marketing isn't because they lack creativity—it's because they don't have a simple plan. In Day 13 of Summer Business School, Anna Runyan shares The 30-Minute Marketing Plan™, the repeatable weekly marketing system she's used to consistently grow her business for years without spending all day creating content. In this episode, you'll learn: Why consistency beats intensity in marketing The four-step 30-Minute Marketing Plan™ How to stop creating random content and start building weekly campaigns The easiest way to turn one message into podcasts, Reels, emails, posts, and live videos How to create marketing that attracts clients—even when you're short on time Today's Class Assignment Plan your next week of marketing by answering these four questions: What is your one lesson? What is your one story? What conversation will you start? What invitation or next step will you share? When you stop guessing what to post and start following a simple system, marketing becomes easier—and consistency becomes possible. If you're enjoying Summer Business School, be sure to follow the podcast so you don't miss the next class. Tomorrow: Learn how to put everything together with your First $1,000 Action Plan as we wrap up the Quick Cash Blueprint.

Had an AHA or Insight? Share it:Why That Number Isn't What You Should Be Asking?What does the market bear? What does your competition charge? What do you think you can get away with? These are the three questions most founders ask when they set a price, and Ed Lee has spent the last decade watching them lead people straight into underpricing themselves.Ed is the author of The Last Mile of Trust and has worked with over two thousand companies on how they price what they sell. For years he watched founders carry the same insecurity into every pricing conversation, shrinking the number the moment a client hesitated. Then he started to see that insecurity eroding the very thing that made his clients worth paying for.In this conversation, Ed makes the case that what someone pays is directly tied to what they believe they are getting, not to what the comps say. A consultant pricing at $3,000 because that is what the market shows, while delivering $50,000 worth of transformation, does not read as a deal. It reads as a mismatch, and mismatches make buyers walk away, not the quoted price. Ed shares how to find the right number for your business. It's not the number he says, it's how much they trust you.Ed and I have worked together for the last year, and what stands out about him is that he is unapologetic about needing time with his family. His business supports his life, not the other way around, and I watched him live with that friction and resolve it one step at a time. The friction he feels when charging what he is worth is the same friction he faces every time he puts his family first. It's an investment for him. If you are tempted to price something by asking what everyone else charges instead of what you are worth, this episode is worth a listen. You will walk away with a way to find your number, and proof that facing friction instead of running from it is what makes the number hold.Chapters:00:00 Cold open — Pricing builds trust, not just numbers.00:46 Intro — Beate welcomes Edward Lee, author of The Last Mile of Trust.03:32 The friction myth — How “frictionless” can erode your secret sauce.04:52 Price as identity — Your number signals value, impact, and trust.08:39 Adobe case — Subscriptions, AI add‑ons, and when features backfire.12:40 Pricing as a filter — Qualify ideal customers; repel discount‑seekers.14:41 Values and balance — Family, presence, and the workout analogy.23:33 Evolving the offer — How Ed reshaped Hello Advisor's pricing and model.27:14 Book + key takeaway — Where to get it, toolkit bonus, and why price is the last mile of trust.About  Ed Lee Ed Lee is the founder and CEO of HelloAdvisr, a pricing strategy consultancy, and the author of The Last Mile of Trust. He has advised more than 100 high-growth companies on pricing and monetization, with a combined valuation exceeding $1.4 billion. He teaches at UCLA, serves as expert-in-residence at Oxford University's Saïd Business School, and hosts the Margin for Error podcast.Connect with Ed LeeWebsite | LinkedIn | X | Instagram |Instagram _____________________We appreciate you, thank you for listening. Let us know in the comments what resonated in this episode, we want to hear from you. Leave a comment, like, share with one person who needs to hear the message our guest shared. Take our QUIZ and find out what your talent is worth in this market:  What's Your Talent Worth (http://WhatsYourTalentWorth.com)Follow us on Instagram:Check us out on Tik Tok: Work With Us

Think you need thousands of followers before you can get your first client? Think again. In Day 12 of Summer Business School, I'm sharing one of the biggest mindset shifts every entrepreneur needs to make: clients don't come from going viral—they come from building trust and having conversations. In this episode, you'll learn The Visibility Triangle, the simple framework that has helped me grow Classy Career Girl from one blog post and one client into a business that's served thousands of women around the world. You'll discover: Why you don't need more followers to get clients The three places your first clients actually come from How to use your existing network without feeling awkward Why consistent content builds trust long before someone buys How conversations turn into paying clients The difference between spending money on ads and investing your time in relationship-building A simple daily visibility habit that can grow your business If you've been waiting until your audience is "big enough" to start making money, this episode will help you stop waiting and start connecting with the people who already need what you have to offer. Today's Assignment: Draw The Visibility Triangle™ in your notebook and identify: Five people you can reconnect with this week One piece of content you can publish One meaningful conversation you can start today Small, consistent actions create momentum—and momentum builds businesses.

How to Sell Without Feeling Salesy: Day 11 | Summer Business School Do you ever hesitate to talk about your business because you don't want to sound pushy or "too salesy"? In Day 11 of Summer Business School, Anna Runyan shares The Serve, Don't Sell Framework, a simple mindset shift that will completely change the way you think about selling. You'll learn why selling isn't about convincing people to buy. It's about listening, serving, and confidently offering a solution to someone who is already looking for help. In this episode, you'll discover: Why selling feels uncomfortable (and how to change it) The Serve, Don't Sell Framework How to have sales conversations that feel natural and authentic Why confidence comes from clarity—not scripts The mindset shift that makes selling feel like serving Today's Class Assignment: Write down your three biggest fears about selling. Then replace each fear with a new empowering belief. Finally, practice saying your offer out loud three times to build confidence. If you've been following along with Summer Business School, you're building the foundation for a business that creates consistent, flexible income—and we're just getting started.

Why isn't anyone buying your offer? It might not be your pricing. It might not be your experience. It might not even be your offer. More often than not, it's your messaging. In Day 10 of Summer Business School, Anna Runyan shares The Irresistible Offer Formula, a simple framework for creating offers that are clear, compelling, and easy for people to say "yes" to. Because people don't buy coaching. They don't buy courses. They buy transformation. In this episode, you'll learn: Why features don't sell (but transformation does) The four questions every irresistible offer must answer How to eliminate confusion that keeps people from buying Why clarity builds trust and confidence How to rewrite your offer so your ideal customer instantly understands its value If you've ever wondered why people seem interested but never take the next step, this class will help you communicate your offer with confidence and simplicity. Ready to go deeper? Join Summer Business School inside the Corporate Rescue Plan for just $1 and receive: The complete 31-day Summer Business School series The Business Builder Workbook Weekly coaching with Anna A supportive community of women building profitable businesses Get started today at http://www.ClassyCareerGirl.com/challenge Class is in session. 

Melissa Mash built Dagne Dover from a business school focus group and $40,000 in pre-sales into a brand now carried in more than 250 retail locations—without ever taking venture capital. By ditching Meta and Google in favor of events, sponsorships, and high-touch retail relationships, nearly half the brand's growth now comes from word of mouth alone. For more on Dagne Dover and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

What if the biggest reason people aren't buying your offer... is because they don't actually understand what you're selling? In Day 9 of Summer Business School, you'll learn one of the most important lessons in building a profitable business: people don't buy coaching—they buy transformation. If you've ever struggled to explain what you do, attract the right clients, or confidently package your expertise into an offer, today's lesson will help you simplify your message and create something people actually want to buy. In this episode, you'll learn: Why people buy outcomes—not coaching, consulting, or services The Simple Offer Framework™ for creating an offer that sells How to identify exactly who you help and the problem you solve Why focusing on one clear transformation leads to more sales The messaging mistake that keeps many entrepreneurs stuck You'll also hear how Anna's very first program, Get Your Career Unstuck Bootcamp, succeeded because it sold a transformation—not just information—and how you can apply the same principle to your own business.   This is Day 9 of the 31-Day Summer Business School series, where we're building The 3 Magic Income Streams Framework™ together—one lesson at a time. Subscribe so you don't miss Day 10, where you'll learn how to make your offer irresistible by communicating its value in a way that makes people excited to buy. Get the homework guide for all 31 days here: www.classycareergirl.com/challenge

Are you spending months building a course, website, or digital product without making any money? You're not alone—but there's a faster way. In Day 8 of Summer Business School, we're kicking off Week Two by focusing on the first of the Three Magic Income Streams™: Quick Cash. If I were starting my business from scratch today, I wouldn't begin with passive income. I'd begin by helping real people solve real problems. In today's episode, you'll learn why coaching, consulting, freelancing, and service-based offers are often the fastest path to your first $1,000—and how those first clients become the foundation for every course, membership, certification, or digital product you create in the future. In today's class you'll learn: ✨ Why passive income shouldn't be your first business goal ✨ The Quick Cash Blueprint™ ✨ Why helping people one-on-one builds confidence, clarity, and income ✨ Simple examples of Quick Cash offers you can launch this week ✨ How your first clients become your best market research ✨ Why solving one problem for one person is the fastest way to grow Today's Assignment Grab your notebook and write down three ways you could help someone this month. Then finish this sentence: "This week I'm offering __________ to help someone achieve __________." Remember: One person. One problem. One solution. That's how successful businesses begin. Tomorrow, we'll answer another question that confuses so many entrepreneurs: Should you coach, consult, freelance, or provide a service? We'll break down the differences so you can choose the business model that's the best fit for you. Thanks for joining me for Day 8 of Summer Business School. Class dismissed!

Text a question to Victoria!What if the biggest breakthroughs in your business aren't found in the milestone moments but in everything that happens in-between?This episode originally aired on The In-Between Podcast With Kassidy Lynne Social, where Victoria joined host, Kassidy Lynne, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, branding, and the difference between being liked and being chosen. Together, they explore the surprising parallels between training for a HYROX competition and building a sustainable business, reminding us that the consistency, resilience, and character developed in the "in-between" are what prepare us for the moments we've been working toward all along.Victoria shares the story behind building BrandWell from a side hustle into a thriving all-female branding agency while raising her three daughters, along with practical insights on brand positioning, creating a website that actually converts, leveraging social media to build trust, and why clarity is what truly sets businesses apart. Whether you're in a season of growth, feeling stuck between milestones, or simply needing a reminder that your daily work matters, this conversation will leave you encouraged to embrace the process instead of rushing toward the finish line.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Watch The Video on YouTubeListen to The In-Between Podcast With Kassidy Lynne SocialWork WIth KassidyFollow Kassidy on InstagramWork With BrandWell DesignsFor show notes, head to www.thebrandingbusinessschool.com/thepodcast/Show notes for episodes 1-91 can be found at www.brandwelldesigns.com/thepodcast/Follow BrandWell on Instagram. Follow The Branding Business School on Instagram.Save on your first year of Honeybook using this link! Save 50% off your first year of Flodesk using this link! Get $30 off your first month of Nuuly using this link!Get up to $150 off your first box of Factor Meals using this link!

Your first paying client probably isn't going to come from Instagram. Or your website. Or your logo. It's going to come from a conversation. In Day 7 of Summer Business School, you'll learn why so many entrepreneurs wait far too long to start selling—and the simple action plan that helps you land your very first paying client without a big audience. Instead of chasing more followers, you'll discover how to leverage the relationships you already have, start genuine conversations, and build momentum one client at a time. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your first client usually comes through your existing network The First Client Action Plan™ How to map your network using the Three Circle Method Why conversations are more powerful than content in the beginning The simple message you can send today to start helping someone How referrals can become your greatest marketing strategy Why action creates confidence—not the other way around Homework Take out your notebook and: • Write down 20 people who already know you. • Circle the five who could benefit from your offer. • Send one message today. One conversation could become your very first paying client. This episode also celebrates the completion of Week One of Summer Business School! In just seven lessons you've built the foundation of your business by choosing your income stream, clarifying your offer, validating your idea, pricing it with confidence, and creating a plan to find your first client. Next week we'll begin building your Quick Cash Income Stream so you can start generating consistent revenue while laying the foundation for a sustainable business.

How much should you charge for your first offer? It's one of the biggest questions every entrepreneur asks—and one of the biggest reasons so many people stay stuck. In Day 6 of Summer Business School, you'll learn why pricing has very little to do with hours worked and everything to do with the transformation you help create. If you've ever worried about charging too much, underpriced yourself, or wondered what your offer is actually worth, this lesson will help you price with greater confidence. In today's class you'll learn: ✨ The biggest pricing mistake new entrepreneurs make ✨ Why charging by the hour limits your business growth ✨ The Value Formula™ for pricing your offer with confidence ✨ How to shift from selling your time to selling transformation ✨ Typical starting prices for coaching, group programs, memberships, and digital products ✨ Why your pricing should grow as your confidence and experience grow Today's Homework Open your notebook and answer these questions: • What transformation does your offer create? • How much time could it save someone? • What confidence, support, or accountability are you providing? • Choose a starting price for your offer—and remember, you can always adjust as you grow. Tomorrow, we'll cover one of the most exciting milestones in business: how to get your first paying client.

Have you ever spent weeks—or even months—creating an offer, course, or business idea, only to launch it and hear… crickets? In Day 5 of Summer Business School, we're talking about one of the most important skills every entrepreneur needs: validation. Before you build the website, record the course, or create the perfect offer, you need to know one thing... Will people actually buy it? In today's class, you'll learn my Validate Before You Create Framework™ and discover how to stop guessing and start building a business around what people actually need. In today's episode, you'll learn: ✨ Why most entrepreneurs waste months creating offers no one asked for ✨ The power of having just five customer conversations ✨ Three simple questions that reveal what your audience truly wants ✨ How to identify patterns that become powerful marketing messages ✨ Why coaching, beta offers, and small tests are the fastest path to a successful business Today's Homework: Write down five people you could talk to this week. Ask them: What's your biggest challenge when it comes to __________? What have you already tried? If you could wave a magic wand, what would success look like? Then schedule the conversations. Those five conversations will teach you more than fifty hours spent building in isolation. Tomorrow, we'll tackle one of the biggest questions every entrepreneur asks: How much should you charge?