Podcasts about product business

Could your product business run for a week without you? In this episode, I break down the 3 systems that allow your business to keep moving when you aren't the one making every decision, watching every number, or driving every sale. I share how to give your team clear decision-making guardrails, build a CEO dashboard that lets you quickly see how your business is doing, and create sales processes that keep revenue moving without you being the person responsible for every sale. Tune in to learn how to build the systems that give you more freedom, create more ownership across your team, and create a business that can support the life you built it for.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 The 3 systems that help your business run without you.03:30 The money metrics you need to understand the health of your business.05:45 How does your business keep selling when you step away?07:45 The 5 numbers you need to know before taking a vacation.08:15 How to document the work you're still the only person who knows how to do.Resources + LinksReady to lead, run, and grow your product business beyond a million dollars, without being the bottleneck? Join me this week for a free workshop HERE!Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

Could your product business run for a week without you? In this episode, I break down the 3 systems that allow your business to keep moving when you aren't the one making every decision, watching every number, or driving every sale. I share how to give your team clear decision-making guardrails, build a CEO dashboard that lets you quickly see how your business is doing, and create sales processes that keep revenue moving without you being the person responsible for every sale. Tune in to learn how to build the systems that give you more freedom, create more ownership across your team, and create a business that can support the life you built it for.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 The 3 systems that help your business run without you.03:30 The money metrics you need to understand the health of your business.05:45 How does your business keep selling when you step away?07:45 The 5 numbers you need to know before taking a vacation.08:15 How to document the work you're still the only person who knows how to do.Resources + LinksReady to lead, run, and grow your product business beyond a million dollars, without being the bottleneck? Join me this week for a free workshop HERE!Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

a16z General Partner David George is joined by Will Gaybrick, President of Product & Business at Stripe, to discuss how AI is changing the way Stripe builds products, organizes teams, and thinks about the future of internet commerce. Stripe has evolved from a payments company into a multi-product financial infrastructure platform, while a new generation of AI companies is growing and monetizing faster than previous software cohorts. Will explains why Stripe sees AI productivity as an opportunity to build more rather than simply cut costs, including how its internal coding agents now generate thousands of pull requests each week. They discuss creating founder-like agency inside large companies, building smaller and flatter teams, and why Stripe believes dramatically more software will be created as the cost of building continues to fall. They also look ahead to agentic commerce, why checkout pages could disappear, the potential return of micropayments, stablecoins as infrastructure for a global economy, and a future where AI agents increasingly buy software and services from other machines.   Resources: Follow Will Gaybrick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-gaybrick-5730347/ Follow Will on X: https://x.com/gaybrick Follow David George on X: https://x.com/DavidGeorge83 Follow Stripe on X: https://x.com/stripe Stay Updated:Find a16z on YouTube: YouTubeFind a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Show on SpotifyListen to the a16z Show on Apple PodcastsFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when your biggest sales channel changes the rules? In this episode, I break down the revolt among Amazon sellers and why their fight over fees, advertising costs, and shrinking margins is a bigger lesson for every product-based business owner. I dive into why relying too heavily on Amazon, Etsy, or any other third-party platform can leave you vulnerable, why healthy profit margins give you more room to navigate changes you can't control, and why I've been teaching multiple sales channels since the beginning of The Product Boss. Tune in to learn how to diversify your sales channels, build your own email list and website, and create a product business that can keep growing even when the platforms around you change.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 What happens when 400+ Amazon bestsellers push back against the platform?02:15 Why building your business on someone else's platform comes with risk.03:30 How healthy profit margins give you more flexibility when the rules change.05:15 What Amazon's advertising business means for sellers dealing with rising fees.08:45 Why your business shouldn't depend too heavily on one sales channel.10:00 How to build a brand that can move when a sales channel changes.11:45 How much of your business is built on rented land?14:30 Ways to start growing your email list across different sales channels.16:00 What happens when you have an email list but never use it?17:45 The numbers to look at when evaluating your sales channel profitability.20:30 How much of your revenue should come from a single sales channel.22:00 The 2 assets every product business should keep building.Resources + LinksReady to stop guessing and follow a proven system? Book your strategy call HERE!Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

Have you ever had an idea for a product but wondered where to start?Starting a product business can feel overwhelming. From finding manufacturers and creating prototypes, to building a brand and bringing your product to market, there are so many unknowns that it's easy to feel stuck before you've even begun.In this week's episode, I'm joined by Louise Meddar, founder of Louise Meddar London, a luxury handbag brand inspired by her Jamaican heritage and the memory of her late mum.Louise shares the honest story behind starting a product business, including how she found manufacturers without having industry connections, why asking questions became one of her biggest strengths, and what she's learned from building a premium brand from the ground up.What I loved about this conversation is that Louise doesn't pretend the journey has been easy. Instead, she shares the realities of learning as you go, trusting your instincts and continuing to move forward, even when you don't have all the answers.Whether you're just starting a product business, or you've already launched and are navigating the next stage of growth, I hope this conversation gives you the confidence to keep going.Find Louise Here:https://louisemeddar.com/https://www.instagram.com/louisemeddardesignsLET'S CONNECTFollow me on YouTubeFind me on InstagramWork with me Buy My Book: Bring Your Product Idea To LifeMentioned in this episode:Amazon Made Easy is now openMy membership, Amazon Made Easy is now open. It's a membership for people who are selling on Amazon (or planning to) and want regular access to support, somewhere to ask questions and talk things through, and a bit of structure and accountability as they grow. Inside, there are live Q&A calls, optional co-working sessions and a small, supportive community. Find out more: https://vickiweinberg.com/membership membership

Is your product business giving you the freedom you dreamed of, or does it feel like you're working harder than ever? In this Dear Jacq episode, I share why so many product business owners reach a point where their business depends on them for everything. I break down the leadership shift that helped me stop treating my business like a job I owned, why chasing balance isn't the answer, and the exercise that can help you start creating more space for the life you built your business for. Tune in to discover how to build a business that gives you the freedom you wanted from the very beginning.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 What happens when the business you built for freedom no longer feels freeing?03:00 Why doing more doesn't give you more control over your business.05:45 The Blend framework that helps you make room for business and life.07:00 5 questions to help you see what your business has been costing you personally.09:00 The lesson from a $5 million business owner who finally took a real vacation.10:15 3 reminders to help you lead your business instead of letting it lead you.Resources + LinksReady to stop guessing and follow a proven system? Book your strategy call HERE!Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

In this episode, Lauren talks to the seller of a digital product, service, and subscription business created in August 2017 in the business and news & education niches. Listen in to find out how the business makes an average of $24,300.00 per month in net profit, why the seller has decided to sell, the lessons learned from running the business, and much more. Visit https://empireflippers.com/listing/94287 to learn more about this business.

Send us Fan MailWhat does it really take to build a successful product-based business with family—and grow it without losing sight of why you started?In this episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, I'm joined by Sara and Vinnie Cann, the mother-daughter co-founders of Birdie's Batch, a family-run food business built around locally sourced ingredients, seasonal products, family recipes, and a whole lot of heart.Sara and Vinnie started Birdie's Batch in 2020 after Sara was laid off from her career in the restaurant industry. What began as an opportunity to sell homemade products at local farmers markets grew into a loyal community, an online business, award-winning marmalades, and national recognition—including a feature in The New York Times that increased their sales by 264%.But what I especially loved about this conversation is that their story isn't simply about growing a business. It's about figuring out what kind of business—and life—you actually want to build.We talk about working together as mother and daughter, listening to your customers, overcoming the challenges of shipping food products, using storytelling to differentiate your brand, navigating motherhood while running a business, and why sustainable growth doesn't always mean doing more.Sara also opens up about how a major health challenge changed her relationship with work and helped her redefine success. Instead of continuing to push toward bigger numbers and a seven-day workweek, she began creating a business model that better supported her health, motherhood, and life.In this episode, we talk about:✨ Turning family recipes into a product-based business✨ Starting a food business from home without a huge investment✨ Building a loyal customer base through farmers markets✨ Listening to your customers to discover new products and opportunities✨ Making a mother-daughter business partnership work✨ Treating failures as data instead of reasons to quit✨ Building around your actual capacity as a mom and entrepreneur✨ Overcoming shipping and fulfillment challenges✨ What happened when The New York Times featured Birdie's Batch✨ Using storytelling and community to build customer loyalty✨ Why business growth doesn't always mean doing more✨ Redefining success and creating a more sustainable business✨ Starting before you have the perfect planOne of my favorite reminders from this conversation is that growth doesn't necessarily mean doing more. Sometimes growth means figuring out what's already working, getting better at it, and letting go of what no longer supports the business or life you're trying to create.If you're a mom entrepreneur building a product-based business—or you've been sitting on an idea because you don't have everything figured out yet—I think you'll walk away from this conversation feeling encouraged to start where you are, stay flexible, and build success on your own terms.CONNECT WITH SARA, VINNIE & BIRDIE'S BATCHWebsite: https://birdiesbatch.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/birdiesbatch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/birdiesbatch/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@birdiesbatchLinkedIn – Sara Cann: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-cann-b785a21a/KEEP THE CONVERSATION GOING WITH ANGELAVisit https://mombusinesscoach.com for more episodes, resources, and ways to work with me as you build a business that supports your goals, your family, and the season of life you're actually in.REFLECTION QUESTIONWhere in your business are you assuming growth means doing more—and what might change if you focused instead on doing what already works better?If this episode encouraged you, follow The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, share it with another mom entrepreneur, and leave a rating or review. It helps more women find these conversations and reminds all of us that we don't have to build our businesses the way everyone else tells us we should. 

In this episode, Lauren talks to the seller of an info product business created in July 2019 in the business and news & education niches. Listen in to find out how the business makes an average of $26,175.00 per month in net profit, why the seller has decided to sell, the lessons learned from running the business, and much more. Visit https://empireflippers.com/listing/94350 to learn more about this business.

Could the biggest obstacle to your next level be the version of yourself you're holding onto? In this episode, I answer a question that many entrepreneurs think but rarely say out loud... what if you're actually afraid of succeeding? I talk about why this fear is more common than you think, how it creates invisible ceilings in your business, and share a mindset exercise to help you become the CEO your growing business needs. Tune in to start becoming the version of yourself your next level is waiting for.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 What if you're not afraid of failure… but success?02:30 Why fear of success is more common than most entrepreneurs realize.03:30 How success changes your identity, responsibilities, and role as CEO.04:45 What's the difference between being capable of more and being willing to hold more?06:15 The "Bigger You Inventory" exercise for your next level.07:45 The breakthrough that helped one founder grow to a $2 million business.09:45 3 shifts in thinking to help you move beyond fear of success.10:30 This week's challenge to step into your next-level self.Resources + LinksDM "Dear Jaclyn" on Instagram @theproductboss to submit your question for a future episode!Register for the FREE Live Workshop: Discover How to Scale Your Product Business to $1M HERE!Ready to stop guessing and follow a proven system? Book your strategy call HERE!Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

Do you ever wonder why your business is thriving on paper, yet you still can't pocket a consistent paycheck? In this episode, I answer a question from a product business owner facing this exact dilemma, even though the numbers show her business is profitable. I share why profit and cash flow tell two very different stories, the money habits that keep founders feeling stuck, and the weekly financial check-in that can change how you lead your business. Tune in to learn how paying closer attention to your cash can help you build a stronger, healthier, and more sustainable business.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 Why a profitable business can still leave you without a consistent paycheck.02:15 Why profit and cash flow are two very different numbers.03:45 What's really keeping many founders disconnected from their finances?05:30 The 3 financial numbers you should review every week.06:45 How one weekly habit helped improve a business owner's cash flow.08:00 Lessons every product business owner should remember about money.08:45 The one financial habit I want you to start this week.Resources + LinksDM "Dear Jaclyn" on Instagram @theproductboss to submit your question for a future episode!Register for the FREE Live Workshop (Every Monday | Next Session: July 6): Discover How to Scale Your Product Business to $1M HERE!Ready to stop guessing and follow a proven system? Book your strategy call HERE!Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

Saskia Falken speaks to Liesl Smerdon, the owner of Curl Chemistry, a successful South African haircare brand started in her kitchen 10 years ago. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 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.

In this episode, Lauren talks to the seller of a digital product and eCommerce business created in February 2025 in the hobbies and art niches. Listen in to find out how the business makes an average of $6,995.00 per month in net profit, why the seller has decided to sell, the lessons learned from running the business, and much more. Visit https://empireflippers.com/listing/94911 to learn more about this business.

In this episode of the Launch Your Box Podcast, I'm walking you through the 7-step roadmap to turn your product-based business into a subscription in 90 days or less. These are the same steps I used when I launched my first subscription. And the same steps I teach inside Launch Your Box. Step 1: Simplify Your Subscription Box Tech You need: A way to sell online A way to collect recurring payments That's it. Step 2: Choose What Goes in Your Subscription Box Start with what your customers already love. What are your top 3-4 best-selling items or categories? Those best sellers are the perfect foundation for your subscription. Think scalable, repeatable, and easy to ship.  Always ask yourself: Can I source this monthly? Will it ship well? Does it deliver high perceived value? Step 3: Price It Before You Plan It Don't plan your box and then figure out what to charge. Instead, set your price first, then curate around that number. Use your average order value as a guide. Keep an eye on your profit every step of the way.  Step 4: Map Out 6 Months of Boxes Want to feel ahead in your business? Plan six months of boxes now. You don't need every detail figured out. Just sketch out your themes or categories using customer behavior patterns and seasonal trends. For help doing this in just one hour, take my FREE⁠ 6 in 60 Workshop⁠. Step 5: Choose (and Commit to) Your Subscription Box Launch Date Mark your launch date on the calendar. Ideally, 45–60 days out. That becomes your anchor point. It tells you when to: Finalize tech Order product Build your waitlist Start marketing Tell someone your date. Accountability works. Step 6: Build a Waitlist + Create Launch Momentum Your waitlist isn't just a place to collect emails. It's your launch engine. Build a simple opt-in page that shares: Who your box is for What's inside Why it's special Then nurture that list with weekly updates. Even a small waitlist can convert like crazy when you keep them engaged. Step 7: Prep, Test, and Launch Test your tech. Write your emails. Plan your social content. Then go LIVE and get that first box out into the world. Take Action You already have a business. You already have customers. Now it's time to turn that into a recurring revenue stream you can count on. You've got the plan. Now go launch the dang thing. Want to turn your product business into recurring revenue? This episode gives you the action plan. Start listening now. Join me in all the places:     ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Launch Your Box with Sarah Website⁠  Are you ready for ⁠Launch Your Box⁠? Our complete training program walks you step by step through how to start, launch, and grow your subscription box business. ⁠Join the waitlist ⁠today! 

What does it really take to start a product-based business from scratch and grow it into something that reaches international markets?In this episode, I'm joined by Jason Harvey, founder of Common Coffee, a specialty coffee roastery based just outside Edinburgh that now supplies wholesale customers, retail consumers, and international markets including Dubai and the US.Jason's journey didn't begin with a perfect business plan. It started with an events business, a chance moment at a music festival, and a willingness to follow curiosity rather than certainty.We talk about how Common Coffee was built from the ground up, including how Jason went from refurbishing a forgotten coffee roaster in a Scottish workshop to launching at the London Coffee Festival just six weeks later.This is a conversation about momentum, decision-making, and what really happens after you “launch” a business.One of the biggest themes in this conversation is that building a product business takes far longer than most people expect.Jason shares how early momentum came from action and deadlines not perfection and how real growth comes from staying consistent long after the launch moment.We also talk about how setbacks don't always block progress. In Jason's case, a £35K packaging error became the unexpected catalyst for expanding into the US market.Find Jason Here: Website - https://commoncoffee.co.uk/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/iicommonInstagram - @iicommonLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-harvey-a28721198/ & https://www.linkedin.com/company/common-coffee/?viewAsMember=trueYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@BedofRoastersLET'S CONNECTFollow me on YouTubeFind me on InstagramWork with me Buy My Book: Bring Your Product Idea To LifeIf you enjoy this podcast, and you'd like to leave a tip, you can do so here: https://bring-your-product-idea.captivate.fm/supportChapters:00:00 Introduction to Jason Harvey and Common Coffee01:01 How a coffee roastery started from an unexpected opportunity09:10 Taking a business idea from concept to launch in six weeks11:58 Why deadlines create momentum in a startup15:35 Building confidence through community and loyal customers17:29 Expanding internationally through trade shows and networking19:54 Growing wholesale and online sales together27:49 Working with family and building the right team35:15 Turning mistakes into opportunities38:41 Advice for anyone thinking about starting a business43:09 What Jason would do differently if he started again44:51 Jason's number one piece of advice for product business ownersMentioned in this episode:Amazon Made Easy is now openMy membership, Amazon Made Easy is now open. It's a membership for people who are selling on Amazon (or planning to) and want regular access to support, somewhere to ask questions and talk things through, and a bit of structure and accountability as they grow. Inside, there are live Q&A calls, optional co-working sessions and a small, supportive community. Find out more: https://vickiweinberg.com/membership membership

#937 What happens when a side project in your garage turns into a multi-million dollar business? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Mike Yarbrough, co-founder of Rustic & Main, to share how he and his wife turned handmade wooden wedding bands into a fast-growing jewelry brand with nearly 40 employees and a retail storefront in the childhood home of country star Luke Combs. Mike opens up about walking away from his six-figure IT job, scaling production beyond the garage, and how they've built a company culture that still feels like family while continuing to expand. He also talks about standing out in a crowded industry, navigating major marketing shifts, and why storytelling and sentimentality are the keys to creating products people truly cherish. Whether you're a maker, dreamer, or entrepreneur ready to grow, this episode is packed with lessons on scaling a handmade product business the right way! (Original Air Date - 10/3/25) What we discuss with Mike: + Garage project to full business + Handmade wooden wedding bands + Quit six-figure IT job + Scaling from Etsy to Shopify + Storytelling in marketing + Pivot after ad platform changes + Building strong company culture + Opening retail in Luke Combs' home + Expanding beyond rings + Vision for long-term growth Thank you, Mike! Check out Rustic & Main at ⁠RusticandMain.com⁠. Watch the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠video podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're trying to work out how to grow a product business, it can be tempting to focus on increasing sales above everything else. But what happens when your sales are growing and your profits aren't?In this episode, I'm joined by Christabel Biella, a fractional operator and commercial growth consultant who helps product based business owners build stronger, more sustainable businesses.We talk about what healthy growth actually looks like, why more sales don't always lead to more profit, and the common mistakes that can make growth feel harder rather than easier.Christabel shares practical advice on pricing, product ranges, inventory management, hiring and choosing the right sales channels. We also discuss how to spot when something isn't working in your business and the key numbers every founder should understand before making decisions about growth.If you've ever wondered how to grow a product business in a way that feels sustainable and profitable, there's plenty in this conversation that will help.Christabel is also offering a free 20 minute commercial model review call for founders who'd like support identifying growth opportunities and improving profitability within their business.Find Christabel here: - Website: https://www.cbco.uk- My Commercial Diagnostic Sprint info page: https://www.cbco.uk/sprint - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christabel/LET'S CONNECTFollow me on YouTubeFind me on InstagramWork with me Buy My Book: Bring Your Product Idea To LifeIf you enjoy this podcast, and you'd like to leave a tip, you can do so here: https://bring-your-product-idea.captivate.fm/supportMentioned in this episode:Amazon Made Easy is now openMy membership, Amazon Made Easy is now open. It's a membership for people who are selling on Amazon (or planning to) and want regular access to support, somewhere to ask questions and talk things through, and a bit of structure and accountability as they grow. Inside, there are live Q&A calls, optional co-working sessions and a small, supportive community. Find out more: https://vickiweinberg.com/membership membership

What if your business feels heavy not because you need to do more, but because you're still carrying too much? In this episode, I talk about the cost of being overly involved in every part of your product business and why constantly being needed can become the thing limiting your growth. I share the mindset shifts, leadership changes, and operational decisions that will help you step out of daily operational overwhelm and build a more profitable business with less dependence on you. Tune in to learn how to create a business that can thrive without your constant presence.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 Are you too involved in your business?05:30 The decision I made to create more profit with less involvement.07:30 Why control and care are not the same thing in leadership.11:30 Which standards and systems free you from daily control?12:30 How to help team members take ownership of outcomes and results.17:30 The leadership mindset needed for sustainable scaling.22:15 The question every business owner needs to ask themselves.24:45 The 3 shifts that help you become less necessary in your business.Resources + LinksReady to stop guessing and follow a proven system? Book your strategy call HERE!Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

In this episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, Jon LaClare sits down with Scott Anderson, entrepreneur, Air Force veteran, and founder behind multiple growing businesses, including iFlex, Optimal Weight and Wellness Med Spa, and Get VA Help.Scott shares the story of iFlex, a phone holder product that saw exciting early momentum in retail stores like Walmart, Office Depot, Staples, and Fred Meyer. But what looked like success on the surface quickly revealed a painful lesson: revenue does not always equal profit. After cutting pricing dramatically to meet Walmart's requirements and splitting already-tight margins between multiple partners, Scott realized the retail path was not the right long-term solution for his business.The conversation dives into how Scott took the product back, canceled the licensing deal, and rebuilt iFlex around customer feedback. By launching the improved iFlex Buddy, optimizing Amazon listings, investing in PPC, and paying closer attention to reviews, Scott was able to regain control of the brand and drive renewed growth on Amazon.Scott also shares how the lessons he learned from product development carried into his next venture: Optimal Weight and Wellness Med Spa in Sun City West, Arizona. What started as a one-room weight loss clinic quickly expanded into a seven-room med spa offering medically supervised weight loss, GLP-1 support, facials, dermaplaning, microneedling, massage therapy, red light therapy, and more.Finally, Scott introduces Get VA Help, a new platform designed to help veterans better understand their VA disability ratings. Powered by the Veteran Rating Intelligence System, or VRIS, the platform helps organize medical records, decision letters, exams, and supporting statements so veterans can better see how their records align with VA rating criteria.If you're building a product brand, considering retail, growing on Amazon, launching a service business, or looking for a real-world example of how customer feedback can shape better decisions, this episode is packed with practical lessons.In today's episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, we cover:Why getting into Walmart is not always as profitable as it looksHow retail pricing pressure can destroy product marginsWhy Scott took iFlex back from a licensing dealHow customer feedback helped create the improved iFlex BuddyWhy Amazon reviews, PPC, and listing optimization helped restart growthHow Scott's mindset shifted from passive licensing to hands-on business managementWhat product founders can learn from listening closely to customersHow Optimal Weight and Wellness Med Spa grew from one room to seven roomsWhy Google reviews and community trust matter for local service businessesHow Get VA Help is being built to support veterans with VA disability rating clarityAnd so much more!Want to connect with Scott?Search for iFlex phone holder on Amazon to find the iFlex Buddy. To learn more about Optimal Weight and Wellness Med Spa, visit myoptimallifeaz.com. If you are a veteran or family member of a veteran, visit getvahelp.org to learn more about Get VA Help.Do you have a brand you'd like to launch or scale?Visit HarvestGrowth.com to book a free consultation and learn how our team has helped generate over $2 billion in product sales.

In this episode, Lauren talks to the seller of a digital product, info product, and subscription business created in January 2014 in the technology and news & education niches. Listen in to find out how the business makes an average of $9,898.00 per month in net profit, why the seller has decided to sell, the lessons learned from running the business, and much more. Visit https://empireflippers.com/listing/94173 to learn more about this business.

In this episode, Lauren talks to the seller of a digital product, info product, and newsletter business created in June 2023 in the medical and news & education niches. Listen in to find out how the business makes an average of $14,430.00 per month in net profit, why the seller has decided to sell, the lessons learned from running the business, and much more. Visit https://empireflippers.com/listing/94124 to learn more about this business.

Today we're digging into a topic you might not have considered before: the importance of clean financial data. We talk about numbers constantly—how to focus on them, why they matter, and what you should be looking at. But we haven't truly discussed why having clean information is the absolute backbone of successful decision-making in a product-based business. The Danger of Dirty Data I recently spoke with two clients who were using a financial analysis tool to guide their buying. The tool kept telling them to buy more, buy more. They followed the data, thinking they were being efficient, only to end up buried in inventory that didn't move. That wasn't a supply chain problem or a marketing problem—it was a data problem. Dirty data is dangerous because it doesn't come with a warning label; it looks like fact, but it's actually fiction dressed as finance. What Does Dirty Data Look Like? If you want to avoid making wrong decisions confidently, watch out for these five common red flags: Miscategorized Transactions: Expenses floating in no man's land or assigned to the wrong revenue streams. COGS vs. OPEX Confusion: When your inventory purchases are blurred with operating expenses, you can't see your true margin. Timing Errors: Recognizing revenue when cash hits rather than when it's earned (Cash vs. Accrual). Inventory Valuation Gaps: Your books say you have 800 units, but your warehouse only has 500. Un-netted Discounts: Refunds and chargebacks that aren't properly subtracted from your top-line revenue. The Three Cs of Clean Data To run a genius inventory system, your data must be: Consistent: Applying the same rules and categories every single month. Connected: Your POS, bank account, and accounting software should all tell the same story. Current: Books should be reconciled and in your hands by the 15th–20th of every month—not just at tax time! 8 Key Data Points You Need to Track I want you to look at your dashboard and ask: “Do I actually have this number, and can I trust it?” Gross Margin by SKU: Not just overall, but by category and brand. Inventory Valuation: Real-time wholesale and retail value. 12–13 Week Cash Flow: A forward-looking projection of your bank balance. Net Revenue: Gross sales minus returns, fees, and discounts. Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC): What it actually costs to get a buyer through the door. Inventory Turn: How fast your product is moving by department. All-in Cost Per Unit: The landed cost including shipping and handling. Contribution Margin: Revenue minus all variable costs to see what truly goes toward profit. Your 3-Step Data Audit Don't just listen—take action today with these three simple steps: Step 1: Pull your P&L and go line-by-line. Ensure every expense is correctly categorized. Step 2: Confirm your bookkeeper is reconciling accounts monthly and delivering reports on time. Step 3: Check your POS. Ensure every SKU has an accurate cost associated with it. Final Thought: Stop treating your books like a tax document and start treating them like a GPS. Clean data leads to better decisions, which leads to stronger margins, which leads to cash. Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe More About the Episode Sponsor:T&O Strategic Advisory (http://www.tostrategicadvisory.com/) - Offering a wide range of tax and accounting services, including entity election and S-Corp advisory.

Today we're digging into a topic you might not have considered before: the importance of clean financial data. We talk about numbers constantly—how to focus on them, why they matter, and what you should be looking at. But we haven't truly discussed why having clean information is the absolute backbone of successful decision-making in a product-based business. The Danger of Dirty Data I recently spoke with two clients who were using a financial analysis tool to guide their buying. The tool kept telling them to buy more, buy more. They followed the data, thinking they were being efficient, only to end up buried in inventory that didn't move. That wasn't a supply chain problem or a marketing problem—it was a data problem. Dirty data is dangerous because it doesn't come with a warning label; it looks like fact, but it's actually fiction dressed as finance. What Does Dirty Data Look Like? If you want to avoid making wrong decisions confidently, watch out for these five common red flags: Miscategorized Transactions: Expenses floating in no man's land or assigned to the wrong revenue streams. COGS vs. OPEX Confusion: When your inventory purchases are blurred with operating expenses, you can't see your true margin. Timing Errors: Recognizing revenue when cash hits rather than when it's earned (Cash vs. Accrual). Inventory Valuation Gaps: Your books say you have 800 units, but your warehouse only has 500. Un-netted Discounts: Refunds and chargebacks that aren't properly subtracted from your top-line revenue. The Three Cs of Clean Data To run a genius inventory system, your data must be: Consistent: Applying the same rules and categories every single month. Connected: Your POS, bank account, and accounting software should all tell the same story. Current: Books should be reconciled and in your hands by the 15th–20th of every month—not just at tax time! 8 Key Data Points You Need to Track I want you to look at your dashboard and ask: “Do I actually have this number, and can I trust it?” Gross Margin by SKU: Not just overall, but by category and brand. Inventory Valuation: Real-time wholesale and retail value. 12–13 Week Cash Flow: A forward-looking projection of your bank balance. Net Revenue: Gross sales minus returns, fees, and discounts. Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC): What it actually costs to get a buyer through the door. Inventory Turn: How fast your product is moving by department. All-in Cost Per Unit: The landed cost including shipping and handling. Contribution Margin: Revenue minus all variable costs to see what truly goes toward profit. Your 3-Step Data Audit Don't just listen—take action today with these three simple steps: Step 1: Pull your P&L and go line-by-line. Ensure every expense is correctly categorized. Step 2: Confirm your bookkeeper is reconciling accounts monthly and delivering reports on time. Step 3: Check your POS. Ensure every SKU has an accurate cost associated with it. Final Thought: Stop treating your books like a tax document and start treating them like a GPS. Clean data leads to better decisions, which leads to stronger margins, which leads to cash. Work with Me - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/work-with-meVisit the Bookstore - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/bookstoreSign Up for Free Weekly Tips and Trainings - https://www.ciarastockeland.com/subscribe More About the Episode Sponsor:T&O Strategic Advisory (http://www.tostrategicadvisory.com/) - Offering a wide range of tax and accounting services, including entity election and S-Corp advisory.

This week I'm joined by Holly Stafford-Smith from GH Stafford & Son Ltd, a fourth-generation family business that has been supplying leather goods and accessories across the UK for almost 80 years.In this episode, Holly shares the story of how the business evolved from manufacturing leather goods in post-war Walsall to becoming a long-established wholesale supplier working with retailers and wholesalers across the UK and Ireland.We talk about what it's really like working in a family business, balancing tradition with modernisation, navigating generational differences, evolving a product range over time, and why focusing on product quality has helped the business continue to grow after all these years.There's also a really honest conversation about the realities of family business life, the challenges, the opportunities, and the deep care that comes with building something across generations.Whether you run a product-based business yourself or are interested in how long-standing businesses continue to adapt and evolve, there's so much insight in this episode.Episode Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Holly Stafford-Smith and GH Stafford & Son Ltd01:31 The story behind the family business founded in 194703:17 How the business has stayed relevant for nearly 80 years05:49 Modernising a long-established wholesale business07:24 Selling through retailers and wholesalers across the UK09:09 Why the business has stayed B2B only11:05 How the product range has evolved over the years13:44 Using customer feedback to shape products16:44 Growing up in a family business19:40 Working across different roles in the business20:43 Navigating family dynamics and generational differences24:58 The realities of working in a family business29:30 Holly's advice for product business ownersConnect with Holly here:https://ghstafford.com/https://www.facebook.com/GHStaffordandSonhttps://www.instagram.com/ghstaffordandson/https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-stafford-smith/https://www.linkedin.com/company/g.h.stafford-&-son-limited/LET'S CONNECTFollow me on YouTubeFind me on InstagramWork with me Buy My Book: Bring Your Product Idea To LifeIf you enjoy this podcast, and you'd like to leave a tip, you can do so here: https://bring-your-product-idea.captivate.fm/supportMentioned in this episode:Free call for Amazon SellersI'm running a free call on 6 May for anyone selling on Amazon (or planning to) who'd like some practical support and a chance to talk things through together. It'll be very relaxed - a mix of updates from me on how best to get Amazon reviews, Q&A and discussion. It's fine to come along and chat, or to just sit back and listen. I'd love to see you there if you're able to join.Amazon Sellers Support & ConnectAmazon Made Easy is now openMy membership, Amazon Made Easy is now open. It's a membership for people who are selling on Amazon (or planning to) and want regular access to support, somewhere to ask questions and talk things through, and a bit of structure and accountability as they grow. Inside, there are live Q&A calls, optional co-working sessions and a small, supportive community. Find out more: https://vickiweinberg.com/membership membership

"How much should I order?" sounds like one question. It's actually two — and most product business owners only ever answer one of them.(This episode features a free download resource at http://resilientretailclub.com/order)Hi, I'm retail strategist and founder of Resilient Retail Club, Catherine Erdly.In this episode, I'm breaking down the critical difference between product-level stock ordering (the tactical "how many of this line") and business-level stock planning (the strategic "what can I afford overall"). Drawing on my time as a buyer at Paperchase and the frameworks in my book Tame Your Tiger, I'll explain why forecasting apps, Shopify Sidekick, ChatGPT and Claude can all give you the right answer to the wrong question — and how that slowly turns a healthy business into a cash-hungry "tiger".In this episode:Why most stock forecasting tools assume you have unlimited cashThe simple reorder calculation that still mattersWhat "the tail" isThree better questions to ask before you place a single orderThe supermarket scanner analogy that makes stock budgeting clickIf you're constantly reordering but never feel on top of your stock, pause and plan with this one.

This week on Inspire + Move, I'm sitting down with Anna Lozano for a collab episode with her podcast the Prosperity Playground! Anna is a founder, investor, mentor and energetics-in-business expert who has built, scaled, and successfully exited a national brand. Together in this two part episode, throw it back to  unpacking our early days in network marketing, the lessons that shaped us as entrepreneurs, and the full-circle moments that have led us to where we are today. From building a product-based business from scratch to navigating identity shifts after an exit, Anna shares her behind-the-scenes moments of entrepreneurship, the power of intention, and what it truly looks like to build something aligned and impactful.Tune in to hear: • How network marketing can build resilience, confidence, and foundational business skills • Building and exiting a successful product-based business • Why relationship building and long-term connection are key to major opportunities • How intention, alignment, and energetics play a role in business growth and decision making • What happens when you lose your identity after an exit and how to rebuild with purposeIf you're in a season of building, pivoting, or redefining your next chapter, this episode is your reminder that every step, every lesson, and every connection is leading you exactly where you're meant to go. Trust the process, stay open, and keep moving forward. Don't miss part 2 of our chat!Anna's Links:Listen to The Prosperity Playground PodcastWebsiteInstagramFacebookARE YOU COMING? Million Dollar Personal Brand Workshop May 21st! Get Your Tickets Here!Get on the Mentor Collective Mastermind waitlist:https://chrisharder.me/mentor Let's Connect!• INSPIRE + MOVE EVENTS• Instagram• Private Coaching• Website• Facebook• TikTok

You'll learn: Why resourcefulness matters more than having everything figured out How to grow a team and step out of doing everything yourself What building a business really looks like behind the scenes Need help with your own business strategy or visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with The Cupcake Queens: Instagram: @thecupcakequeens Monique's Instagram: @moniquemilenkovic Website: The Cupcake Queens Monique's Book: Celebration & Inspiration Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

You'll learn: Why feeling triggered by someone you admire can point to your core values How to use your values as a filter for decisions and direction The powerful question to ask yourself beyond your business or title Need help with your own business strategy or visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

What if the very thing you're praised for is the thing holding you back? In this episode, I talk about the cost of being “the strong one” the one everyone relies on, the one who handles everything, the one who never asks for help. While it might look admirable on the outside, constantly carrying it all drains your health, your energy, your relationships, and even your ability to grow your business. Tune in to learn how this pattern shows up in your life and business, and how to start receiving support so you can scale your business without sacrificing yourself.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 The pattern high-achieving women fall into without realizing it.05:00 How ignoring your body becomes a dangerous habit.08:15 A wake-up call about not asking for help.10:00 The physical toll of always putting yourself last.12:45 Why being needed is not the same as being supported.15:30 The identity trap of being “the one who handles everything.”17:00 What's the difference between real strength and self-abandonment?19:45 What does real support actually look like in life and business?22:00 Ways to start asking for help today.24:45 The question you need to ask yourself to stop the cycle.Resources + LinksReady to stop guessing and follow a proven system? Book your strategy call HERE!Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

You'll learn: How small, overdue investments can create massive shifts in your business and life Why you already know what your “game-changing” move is and what's stopping you How to identify and take the first step toward the thing that will make everything easier Need help with your own business strategy or visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

You'll learn: Why time blocking isn't just about productivity, but reducing mental load How to structure your week so work doesn't take over everything A simple way to start time blocking without overcomplicating it   Need help with your own business strategy or visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

You'll learn: Why “intentional spending” matters more than ever What small business owners are really dealing with behind the scenes Practical ways to cope, adapt and keep showing up Need help with your own business strategy or visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with The Panton Store:  Instagram: @thepantonstore Online Store: The Panton Store Physical Store: 31 Stanley St, Toora VIC Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

You'll learn: How simple weekly rhythms can replace overwhelm and inconsistency Why systems don't need to be complicated to be effective Practical ways to create your own “Watering Wednesdays” in business Need help with your own business strategy or visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

You'll learn: Why “your content isn't working” is often the wrong diagnosis The difference between helpful content frameworks and copying someone else's strategy How to create content that actually feels like you and connects with your audience Need help with your own business strategy or visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

You'll learn: How to reset when you feel stuck or overwhelmed Why focusing on small actions (not big goals) actually works Three simple areas to focus on: health, business and connection Easy ways to rebuild momentum in your business and life Need help with your own business strategy or visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

Thinking about quitting your job, but scared it won't work? In this episode, I sit down with Caroline Gilman, founder of Atlantic Blue Canvas, who grew her product-based business to $2 million in revenue while still working full-time as a CPA. We talk about the mindset of letting go of control, trusting others, and learning how to “fire yourself” from the things holding your business back. Caroline shares what made her leave corporate, the identity shift that had to happen first, and why hitting a revenue milestone alone isn't what gives you the confidence to go all in. Tune in to learn what it actually looks like to scale, let go, and step into your next level.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 The uncomfortable truth about success no one tells high achievers.05:30 How did you turn a hobby into a multimillion-dollar product business?09:00 When do you start outsourcing?15:45 How to grow your business even if you still have a full-time job.21:00 The financial benchmark that tells you you're ready to go all in.26:00 Why waiting for the “perfect time” is costing you more than you think.34:45 The fastest way to stop being the bottleneck in your business.41:30 A product launch strategy that increases sales without more traffic.48:00 What to prioritize early so you don't waste time or money.50:00 Why hiring sooner can actually make you more profitable.54:00 How to build a team that supports your life.01:02:15 The mindset shift that helps you scale faster and with less burnout.Resources + LinksShop Atlantic Blue Canvas HERE + use code PRODUCTBOSS20 for 20% off!Ready to stop guessing and follow a proven system? Book your strategy call HERE!Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.comAtlantic Blue Canvas: @atlanticbluecanvas

  You'll learn: why knowing your numbers creates more freedom, not more pressure how boundaries and systems can help your business support your life why defining success for yourself matters so much Need help with your own business strategy or visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

Thinking about launching something new to fix slow sales? In this episode, I break down one of the most common patterns I see with product-based business owners when things feel slow, heavy, or inconsistent. It feels productive, but more often than not, it's creating more complexity, more pressure, and more cash tied up in the wrong places. I talk about what's really happening when you hit this stage of growth and why your next revenue leap likely won't come from adding more products. Tune in to learn how to simplify your business, make cleaner decisions, and scale in a way that actually supports you.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 What most business owners do when sales slow down.02:45 Why creating new products feels productive.04:15 What actually drives growth beyond 6 figures?11:30 What's actually holding your revenue back?15:00 Why not all bestsellers are worth keeping.18:45 What happens when you don't evolve with your business growth?21:00 3 questions to ask before adding another product.23:45 Can your business actually support another product right now?25:00 How to get more from what's already working.27:00 What's the difference between busy businesses and scalable ones?29:15 How to identify the real constraint in your business.Resources + LinksReady to stop guessing and follow a proven system? Book your strategy call HERE!Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

We discuss what effective leadership looks like across three organizational archetypes: product-led, business-led, and design-led companies with Sebastiano Armeli (Engineering Leadership @ Meta). Drawing from his leadership journey at places like  Meta, Spotify, Snap, and PayPal, Sebastiano deconstructs the situational leadership frameworks required to thrive in different environments. Plus we discuss how AI is moving managers from implementation to architecture, why the next bottleneck is managing the overhead of high-velocity experimentation, and the future of team topology where AI enables a single leader to oversee high-scale teams of 30–50 people. Whether you are scaling a design-driven startup or navigating a complex business-led enterprise, this conversation provides a framework for aligning your leadership style with your organization's core incentives.   ABOUT SEBASTIANO ARMELI Sebastiano Armeli is an engineering leader currently at Meta. He has previously served as a Director of Engineering at Upwork and held leadership roles at companies such as Pinterest, PayPal, Snap, and Spotify. His work has spanned diverse domains including shopping, crypto, messaging, video creation, and ads. Sebastiano is passionate about building healthy engineering cultures, mentoring the next generation of leaders, and supporting teams through periods of growth and change. He mentors engineering managers and senior engineers, enjoys speaking at conferences, and shares his perspectives on leadership in his Substack, The Healthy Engineering Leader. He also serves on the board of a community-owned grocery store. In all his work, Sebastiano takes a pragmatic, people-first approach to leadership, focusing on clarity, continuous improvement, and long-term impact.   This episode is brought to you by xMatters! xMatters automates the entire incident lifecycle with their purpose-built AI powered workflow, giving your team the context they need to stop disruptions before they start and minimize resolution times. Head over to xmatters.com to learn more!   SHOW NOTES: Deconstructing company archetypes: A framework for product-led organizations (2:03) Strategic leadership practices for succeeding in product-first cultures (7:33) Leveraging data and business metrics to influence product strategy (9:35) Case Study: The story and leadership lessons behind building Spotify's Ad Studio (11:12) Rapid prototyping: Applying a hackathon mindset to product development (13:16) How AI is reshaping product-led orgs: Clearing the feature backlog, scaling experimentation and velocity (16:01) Balancing iteration velocity and product quality with AI (18:12) Sebastiano's observations on effective leadership in business led orgs (19:49) Design-led dynamics: Anticipating the impact of AI on creative-first orgs (23:24) Maintaining engineering excellence within design-driven constraints (25:40) Cultivating high-alignment, valuable design partnerships (27:01) The role of metrics and data in design-focused decision making (28:33) Emerging AI capabilities enhancing leadership leverage (31:16) Scaling management: The potential for 30-50 person teams via AI assistance (33:58) The ethical imperative: Adopting AI responsibility within engineering teams (35:53) Rapid fire questions (37:12)   This episode wouldn't have been possible without the help of our incredible production team: Patrick Gallagher - Producer & Co-Host Jerry Li - Co-Host Noah Olberding - Associate Producer, Audio & Video Editor https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-olberding/ Dan Overheim - Audio Engineer, Dan's also an avid 3D printer - https://www.bnd3d.com/ Ellie Coggins Angus - Copywriter, Check out her other work at https://elliecoggins.com/about/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Need help with your own business strategy or visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com  Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

In this episode, Lauren talks to the seller of a digital product and agency business created in October 2022 in the business niche. Listen in to find out how the business makes an average of $14,482.00 per month in net profit, why the seller has decided to sell, the lessons learned from running the business, and much more. Visit https://empireflippers.com/listing/92592 to learn more about this business.

In this episode, I'm joined by Suzanne Moore, the founder of Nom Nom Kids, who shares how she turned an idea she had on her holiday in America into a business that's been running for over 12 years, all while navigating life as a busy mum.Suzanne talks honestly about how she got started designing a reusable pouch to solve her own parenting problem and how she quickly realised that other parents needed it too. We chat about her early mistakes, the leaps of faith she took with manufacturers, and how observing her customers shaped new products she hadn't even planned for.We also talk about the challenges of growing a product business, including how to sell to a bigger audience without losing the personal touch, and why showing the person behind the product can make all the difference. Suzanne's story is a great reminder that even if you're unsure at the start, taking that first step is often the best way to learn and grow.This episode is full of practical insights for anyone looking to launch and scale a product business, especially if you're juggling family life and trying to figure out the best way to turn an idea into something people actually want to buy.Find Suzanne and Nom Nom Kids here: https://nomnomkids.co.uk/https://www.facebook.com/NomNomKids/https://www.instagram.com/nomnomkidshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-moore-22ba873/Episode Chapters00:00 – Introduction00:44 – Suzanne shares her background and how Nom Nom Kids started02:56 – Early mistakes and lessons learned in product development06:44 – Finding manufacturers and taking a leap of faith with production11:44 – Handling challenges like batch issues and customer complaints16:07 – Launching products, social media strategies, and early marketing21:18 – Discovering unexpected ways customers use your products26:12 – Making products different without trying to please everyone32:17 – Scaling the business and growth challenges39:42 – Supporting other businesses and building communityLET'S CONNECTFollow me on YouTubeFind me on InstagramWork with me Buy My Book: Bring Your Product Idea To LifeIf you enjoy this podcast, and you'd like to leave a tip, you can do so here: https://bring-your-product-idea.captivate.fm/support40:19 – Suzanne's final advice for anyone starting a product business

Need help with AI in your business? Join our AI monthly chat for small business owners or get in touch to discuss how Fiona can consult to your business on AI and efficiencies (via email hello@mydailybusiness.com) Connect with Kenyak Chocolates Instagram: @kenyak.australia Website: kenyak.com.au  Wholesale Enq kenyak.com.au/wholesale Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.

Everyone wants to make $10,000 a month selling digital products. But most people haven't made their first sale yet. So before we talk about $10K months, let's talk about five AI prompts that build a real digital product business from scratch — no audience, no email list, no products needed to start. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9aG8F9Y9JlM?si=SsXbeLmhOuCbGBxj But first, the most important thing: this is not about being perfect. It's about being fast. The creators who make money test faster. They put something out, see what works, double down on the winners, and kill what doesn't. Your first product might flop — and that's not failure. That's data. AI lets you test five ideas in the time it used to take to build one. So stop overthinking. Start testing. Show Notes: MiloTree Sign Up for MiloTree FREE: 5 Prompt Digital Product Starter Kit FREE: Product Goldmine AI Prompt FREE: Digital Product Ladder AI Prompt FREE: Six Purchasing Triggers Join The Blogger Genius Newsletter Subscribe to the Blogger Genius Podcast: iTunes YouTube Spotify Ready to Start? Start with MiloTree's free plan — no credit card required. Or go straight to the $19/month plan to test multiple freebies and products. Most people who find success faster invest in themselves from the start. Setup takes about 15 minutes. There's a 14-day money-back guarantee. And if you need help, you'll talk to real humans — not chatbots. Start Selling With MiloTree Now! Other Episodes You Will Like: How a $27 Product Leads to $2,000 Customers (Digital Product Ladder) This AI Prompt Turns $0 Into $10,000/Month Sell Coaching Online With These 2 AI Prompts  

If you run a product based business, your website plays a huge role in whether customers buy from you or leave within seconds.In this episode, I'm joined by Simon Pryce, Managing Director of Skylight Media, who works with businesses to improve how their websites function, convert and support growth.We talk about the real role of a product business website, why many websites struggle to convert visitors into customers, and the surprisingly simple changes that can make a big difference.Simon shares what he sees again and again when businesses come to him because their website “isn't working”, including the common mistakes that quietly cost sales. We also talk about the importance of product descriptions, strong photography, user experience, and how customers actually behave when they land on a website for the first time.If you've ever looked at your website and wondered whether it's really doing its job, this conversation will help you think about your product business website in a completely new way.Towards the end of the episode we also explore something many businesses haven't considered yet, the impact of AI and what the future could look like when machines begin purchasing products automatically on behalf of customers.If you want your product business website to work harder for you this year, this episode is packed with practical insight.Find Simon here: skylightmedia.co.uklinkedin.com/in/simondavidpryceEpisode Chapters00:00 Introduction to Simon Pryce and Skylight Media02:00 The true role of a website for a product business05:10 The biggest website mistakes product businesses make09:00 Understanding customer behaviour on websites14:30 Why some websites don't convert visitors into buyers18:30 Design, messaging and functionality, what matters most22:00 How often should you review or refresh your website27:00 Improving your website without a huge budget30:30 What to do if you feel embarrassed by your website32:00 The future of websites, AI and agentic commerce38:40 Final advice for making more of your websiteLET'S CONNECTFollow me on YouTubeFind me on InstagramWork with me Buy My Book: Bring Your Product Idea To LifeIf you enjoy this podcast, and you'd like to leave a tip, you can do so here: https://bring-your-product-idea.captivate.fm/support

LIVE TRAINING: How to create a THRIVING product business WITHOUT relying on marketsYou're about to learn how to DOUBLE the amount you make at markets with ONLINE orders that DON'T require you to work every single weekend.With a plan that's broken down into 3 ingredients that anyone can follow to grow their online sales. These are the exact ingredients I created that allowed me to grow my skincare business to $250K organically in 3 years.And it's the exact ingredients my students follow in my program, Product Biz Academy, to see their OWN $10,000 online sales months and $15,000 online sales months.This training will show you how to:Go from 5 online orders a month... to 50+ online orders per WEEKReplace in-person market income ENTIRELY with online sales that DON'T require working every weekend.Reach an outside audience online, get them interested and over to your website, AND have them actually BUYAvailable until THIS Thursday at midnight only. Watch the video replay here: www.monicalittlecoaching.com/trainingDoors are open to PBA until this Thursday. Enroll at www.monicalittlecoaching.com/promo

Is there a “right way” to handle grief? After losing both of my parents in one year, I learned something that surprised me: grief doesn't happen when it's convenient, and strength doesn't always look like pushing harder. In this episode, I talk about grief, leadership, and what it really looks like to keep showing up in your product business when life is not cooperating. I also break down 4 simple but powerful moves that have helped me navigate grief, hard seasons, burnout, illness, caretaking, and major life transitions without pretending I'm fine or disappearing from my life and work. Here's what I've learned about leading when life gets heavy.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 What surprised me most after losing my parents.03:15 How high-capacity women use busyness as a coping mechanism.09:15 What happens when your nervous system forces a business reset?13:00 The 4 moves for navigating hard seasons without abandoning yourself.15:00 Why hard seasons require fewer commitments.21:30 Why support is not weakness and lone-wolf leadership leads to burnout.23:00 How businesses survive hard seasons through systems and support.26:00 What surrender actually means when life feels out of control.29:15 The shamash metaphor and servant leadership through grief.31:00 Do you need to be healed to keep living and leading?Resources + LinksReady to stop guessing and follow a proven system? Book your strategy call.Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

Most product business owners stay stuck because they're working on everything instead of what actually moves them forward. In this episode, I break down the core framework behind every success story inside The Product Boss community. I share how to diagnose whether you need to focus, fix, or multiply right now and what each stage actually looks like in business and life. This works whether you sell on Etsy, Shopify, Amazon, at markets, wholesale, or across multiple channels. Tune in to know what stage you're in, what your business actually needs right now, and how to lead your next level with clarity.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 How to identify whether you're in Focus, Fix, or Multiply right now.03:15 What to sell, who it's for, and what you're known for.04:00 How the Best Seller Secrets Challenge helps you find your focus fast.07:00 Why you can't multiply on an unstable foundation.10:15 A quick diagnostic to know if you need Focus.11:30 How to tell if you're in the Fix stage.12:30 The signs you're ready to multiply and scale what's working.14:15 How students jump from $300 to $35K months using this cycle.19:30 What to work on if something is already selling.21:00 How to join the Best Seller Secrets Challenge for guided support.Resources + LinksJoin the free LIVE Best Seller Secrets Challenge HERE Ready to stop guessing and follow a proven system? Book your strategy call.Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

When sales feel random, inconsistent, or out of your control, it's not because you need a new strategy. It's because you need new standards. In this episode, I'm showing you how to stop using revenue goals as a measuring stick for your worth and start using weekly standards as your CEO leadership system, so consistent sales become something you create on purpose.Whether you sell physical products on Shopify, Etsy, Amazon, at in-person markets, through wholesale to retailers, or on your own ecommerce website, I'm breaking down the 3 standards that drive predictable sales: promotion, follow-up, and offers. I'll share the mindset and action shift that helped me grow from a $90K side hustle to a million-dollar business, and I'll tell you how to join my free Best Seller Secrets Challenge (linked in the show notes) so you can get clear on what to sell, how to promote it, and map out a simple 30-day promotional plan to help you sell more products.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00 Why revenue goals without weekly action steps are just wishes.05:00 How I went from a $90K side hustle to a million-dollar product business.08:00 What consistent sales actually require (and why goals don't create consistency).15:15 What a promotion standard is (email marketing, product launches, and weekly offers).19:45 Follow-up systems that uncover “hidden money” (abandoned carts, welcome sequences, post-purchase).24:00 How to market ONE product for 14 days (focus, bestsellers, and a clear offer).28:30 Standards for in-person market sellers (email list growth + 24-hour follow-up).30:00 How standards helped build a $10M women-owned business.33:00 How your business mirrors your patterns (fear of being seen, inconsistency, perfectionism).36:15 Details for the Best Seller Secrets Challenge (free training + promotional calendar).Resources + LinksJoin the 5-day challenge to identify your best sellers and create a 30-day promo plan HEREReady to stop guessing and follow a proven system? Book your strategy call.Get business tips sent right to your inbox - join the newsletter!Watch on YouTubeFollowJacqueline on IG: @theproductbosstheproductboss.com

Today's episode is a fireside chat with Fiserv in Las Vegas, we break down the real difference between brand and sales — and why marketing is actually harder than selling. We talk about the rise of the interest media era, and the mistakes big brands keep making. Allison Ellsworth shares the story of how she started Poppi, and we dig into why no amount of marketing works without a great product. If you're building a brand or business, this conversation will change how you think about content, attention, and growth.