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Behind the Scenes of the Staying Solo Book
Do you know what’s wild? I’ve been podcasting for 11 years, writing for even longer, and yet the minute I decided to write a book,…
You’re Not Playing Small (The Staying Solo Book is Here!)
What if everything you’ve been told about growing a business isn’t just wrong but actually making things worse for you? We’ve been fed the idea…
Set Your Business Boundaries: Stop Letting Clients Walk All Over You
You built your business for freedom, not to be at your client’s beck and call. So why are you still checking emails at night and…
Reinventing Her Business: How Natalie Taylor Went from Conversion Copywriter to Membership Business Consultant
Natalie Taylor had been a successful conversion sales copywriter for seven years, working with online launches and strategy. She had a secure client base, a…
From Managing to Leading: How Katie Elzer-Peters Built a More Sustainable Micro Agency
When Katie Elzer-Peters, CEO of The Garden of Words, joined the Micro Agency Mastermind in late 2022, she was navigating major business transitions. With a…
The Real Deal: What It’s Like to Work With Me
Have you ever signed up for one of those business coaching programs that promises to be “the only system you’ll ever need”—only to realize that…
Increase Your Income: No Sleazy Shortcuts, Just Solid Strategy
Predictable revenue may not have the adrenaline rush of a six-figure launch or the instant gratification of a viral moment. But here’s the thing—boring businesses…
Why Core Values Are Important: Land the Right Clients, Lose the Wrong Ones
Have you ever wondered why some clients feel like an absolute dream… and others make you question every life choice that led you to this…
How Services Sidekick Helped Brenda Cadman Create a Sustainable, Well-Priced Offer Suite
In 2024, Brenda Cadman—a Canva Verified Expert with over 25 years in the marketing industry—was at a crossroads. While she had built a thriving business…