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Summer Vibes: Work Less, Play More

Summer Vibes: Work Less, Play More

The sun’s out, and it’s time to soak up the fun. But how do we do that and still have a business to return to…

The Antidote to Overwhelm and Overwork When You Work With Clients

The Antidote to Overwhelm and Overwork When You Work With Clients

Tell me if this is familiar. You’ve made your to-do list for the week and are overwhelmed by 10 a.m. on Monday. You have no…

Pricing Survival Guide for a Messed-Up Economy

Pricing Survival Guide for a Messed-Up Economy

Holy hell, the last year has been a wild ride. Having been through multiple economic downturns, I thought I was ready for a recession. It…

Making the Math “Math” for Your Service Business

Making the Math “Math” for Your Service Business

One of the worst pieces of advice I ever received about my business was related to my financials. And frankly, it’s the type of advice…

Exits and Evolutions: Change is the Only Constant

Exits and Evolutions: Change is the Only Constant

Running a business is like riding a rollercoaster—constantly navigating twists, turns, and unexpected loops. Sometimes, it’s thrilling, and other times, you feel sick because we’re…

The Art of Reinvention with AdeOla Fadumiye

The Art of Reinvention with AdeOla Fadumiye

What happens when you reach a point in your business where you’re ready for something completely new? And what if that change is a big…

building a business by blending products and services with zoe linda

Building a Business by Blending Products and Services with Zoe Linda

As a service business owner, you’ve probably wondered if you should add products to reach new people and grow your revenue. But we all know…

Mindful Marketing: Andréa Jones Shares Her Social Media Evolution

Mindful Marketing: Andréa Jones Shares Her Social Media Evolution

Social media is evolving quickly, and many of us have a love/hate relationship with it. But what if you didn’t spend your energy worrying about…

From Solo to Agency and Back Again with Jules Taggart

From Solo to Agency and Back Again with Jules Taggart

One of the reasons I do this podcast is to keep it real about what it’s like to run a service business, either as a…