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  • 62. The Unplugged Entrepreneur: How Taking Real Time Off Leads to Bigger Results
    May 6 2025

    Feel like you're never fully "off" from work? This episode tackles the challenge that so many entrepreneurs face—the inability to truly disconnect from your business, even during designated downtime.

    If you find yourself constantly thinking about work during evenings and weekends, checking emails on vacation, or unable to enjoy time off because of nagging business thoughts, this episode is your practical guide to breaking free.

    I'm sharing the exact strategies I've used (and taught my clients) to create real mental space away from work—because the quality of your unplugged time directly impacts how powerfully you show up when you're back on. You'll learn why time away isn't just a nice-to-have, but essential for your business growth and personal wellbeing.

    Click play to learn:

    • Why closing your laptop isn't enough for real mental recovery (and what to do instead)
    • The science behind "psychological detachment" and how it impacts your productivity, creativity, and wellbeing
    • The direct connection between time off and increased revenue in your business
    • A simple system to handle work-related thoughts that interrupt your downtime
    • Actionable strategies to build your "unplugging muscle" and enjoy guilt-free time away

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    31 m
  • 61. Protect What You've Built: Legal Foundations for Online Business with Samantha Bradshaw
    Apr 29 2025

    Worried about protecting your business name, content, and ideas? Understanding the legal side of your business doesn't have to be overwhelming.

    In this episode, lawyer Samantha Bradshaw shares what you need to know about legally protecting your online business. We break down when to invest in trademarks, how to assess your risk level, and what foundations your business needs from day one.

    If you've been putting off this side of your business because it feels too complex or costly, this conversation will give you practical, budget-friendly steps to protect what you've built!

    Samantha Bradshaw is a small business and intellectual property lawyer. After spending five years in Beirut, Lebanon, she returned to the U.S. in 2018 and founded InLine Legal, a 100% virtual Virginia-licensed law firm. Through her role as founder and attorney, she helps creative service providers stay out of the courtroom and in the studio by offering chief legal officer services tailored to small businesses. Her unique "traveling lawyer" career has allowed her to support clients while living on three different continents.

    Click play to learn:

    • How to turn your intellectual property into an additional revenue stream
    • The critical difference between sole proprietorship and LLC
    • How to conduct a simple "trademark temperature check" before investing in formal protection
    • When to invest in custom legal agreements versus using templates
    • Essential contracts every online business should have from day one

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    47 m
  • 60. 5 Books That Completely Changed the Course of My Business
    Apr 22 2025

    Today’s episode is all about books, one of my favorite ways to invest time and grow as an entrepreneur. While courses and conferences can be great, you don’t always have to spend money to level up. With countless blogs, podcasts, YouTube videos, and books available for free, there’s no shortage of knowledge available to fuel your business growth.

    In this episode, I’m sharing five books that fundamentally changed the course of my business for the better. If you’re looking for your next read, these are my top picks to elevate your mindset and skillset!

    Click play to learn about:

    • The importance of shifting from being just a technician to mastering the roles of entrepreneur and manager
    • Why managing your cash flow and prioritizing profits is key to a sustainable business
    • How to implement systems and processes that will help you grow your business beyond just the day-to-day grind
    • Breaking free from self-imposed limits and taking your mindset to the next level
    • The power of thinking bigger and aiming for exponential growth, not just incremental progress

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    31 m
  • 59. 3 Shifts To Attract Higher-Quality Leads
    Apr 15 2025

    Sick of clients expecting the world for pennies? It’s not bad luck—it’s a signal. The way you talk about what you do, how you present your offers, and how you move people through your sales process all play a role in the type of clients you attract.

    The biggest misconception? That higher-paying clients come with time and experience.

    Better clients don’t just appear—you have to be intentional about finding them.

    In this solo episode, I’m sharing what’s worked for me and my clients when it comes to upgrading lead quality, filtering out people who aren’t the right fit, and making space for something better

    Click play to learn:

    • Why raising your rates isn’t enough—and what to do instead
    • The subtle ways your messaging might be attracting bargain hunters
    • How to position yourself as a strategic partner, not an order taker
    • The role your sales process plays in the quality of your clients
    • What premium clients *actually* want (hint: it has nothing to do with deliverables)

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    38 m
  • 58. How to Create an Offer That Sells Itself (No Convincing Required)
    Apr 8 2025

    If you’ve ever felt like you had to convince people to buy what you’re offering, or you’ve found yourself second-guessing your price and wondering why your offer isn’t selling…this episode is your reset button.

    I’m walking you through a simple yet powerful framework for creating an offer you’re genuinely excited to sell—and your audience is eager to buy. No awkward convincing or chasing down leads. just real clarity and confidence. Instead, you’ll learn how to tap into what your audience already wants for a truly irresistible offer.

    Click play to learn:

    • The key mindset shift that changes everything when it comes to making offers
    • A common mistake most entrepreneurs make when creating new offers (and what to do instead)
    • A simple way to make your offer more compelling—without changing your deliverables
    • Psychologically proven conversion tools to ethically increase sales

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    31 m
  • 57. Create a Category of One: Branding Secrets to Set Your Business Apart with Zuza Hicks
    Apr 1 2025

    There are a million online businesses out there…but there’s only one you.

    The more crowded the online space becomes and the more AI-generated content floods our feeds, the more we crave genuine human connection. And the best way to stand out is to be YOU with a brand that reflects your unique vision, voice, and values.

    Zuza Hicks is the owner of Nicely Made Studio. As a brand designer, she cherishes the human side of business and delights in seeing clients' faces light up as their visions come to life. Zuza blends visual branding with thoughtful strategy to deliver tangible results, believing that brands should offer more than blandness.

    Click play to learn:

    • The foundations of a brand that converts: archetypes, values, and positioning
    • How to add more personality to your brand (even if you’re not bold or loud)
    • The importance of brand positioning in an AI-driven world
    • Why newer business owners should NOT invest a lot of time or money into branding
    • Where to draw the line between your personal brand and YOU as the business owner

    Plus hear the inspiring story of how Zuza got started as a self-taught, immigrant designer and what she wishes she would have known sooner!

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    1 h y 1 m
  • 56. Quarterly Planning: The Blueprint for Your Most Productive 90 Days Ever
    Mar 25 2025

    Ever feel like you start each quarter with big goals, only to lose momentum a few weeks in?

    The problem isn’t your ambition—it’s your planning process. In this episode, I’m sharing the simple but effective system I use to set goals, stay focused, and actually follow through.

    We’ll cover the key things to review before setting new goals, the three types of goals every business owner should prioritize, and how to break them down into daily and weekly tasks that keep you on track. Plus, I’ll share my best tips for staying committed, tracking your progress, and avoiding distractions along the way.

    If you want a planning system that actually works without feeling overwhelming, you won’t want to miss this episode!

    Click play to learn:

    • The power of running your business on a 90-day cycle
    • What you need to review BEFORE setting new goals
    • The 3 main types of goals and why you need one of each
    • Do your daily and weekly to-do’s reflect your biggest priorities?
    • How to track your progress and maintain momentum after your planning session

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    25 m
  • 55. The 5 Stages of Purposeful Entrepreneurship with Quinn Tempest
    Feb 25 2025

    Feeling stuck in a cycle of nonstop work but not seeing real progress? You’re not alone. Many business owners fall into reactive mode, tackling endless tasks without moving forward. The key isn’t working harder—it’s shifting how you operate.

    Quinn Tempest, founder of Create Your Purpose, shares a powerful framework for breaking free from busywork and building a business that aligns with what truly matters. We dive into the five stages of purposeful entrepreneurship, how to recognize when your current approach is holding you back, and the steps to create lasting, sustainable growth.

    Click play to learn:
    • The 5 stages of purposeful entrepreneurship and how to identify where you are
    • How to spot the hidden red flags that your current way of working isn’t serving you
    • A simple, actionable framework to upgrade your priorities and workflows
    • How to break free from the cycle of busywork and focus on what actually drives sustainable growth
    • Why accountability and community support make all the difference
    • The mindset shift that helped Quinn reignite her passion after becoming a mother

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    48 m
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