#108: View the shownotes for this episode here: https://loublakely.com/lessons-100-podcast-episodes

When I started this podcast, I had a tiny audience, not many listeners, and more doubts than downloads.

Now, 100+ episodes later, I’ve built an asset that brings people directly into my world - from clients, connections and collaborations. But it didn’t happen overnight, and it sure wasn’t easy. This episode is a raw reflection on the real path to sustainable content and visibility. If you’ve ever launched something (a podcast, a course, a business) and wondered, “Why isn’t this working yet?”, you need to hear this.

I share the exact mindset shifts, strategies, and tools that helped me keep going, even when very few were listening. From sticking it out during low-download months to choosing tools that save time and sanity, this is the behind-the-scenes no one talks about.

I also dive deep into what actually moved the needle: batching episodes to avoid burnout, building systems that made consistency possible, and using long-form content as the backbone for all my marketing. Plus, the uncomfortable truth: your results don’t always show up at the same time as your effort. But they do show up...if you stay the course.

So whether you’re in podcasting, course creation, or any kind of online business, this is your reminder to keep going. Reps matter. And starting small doesn't mean you're doing it wrong. It means you're in it for the long haul. Keep going...because your future self will thank you.

View the shownotes here:
https://loublakely.com/lessons-100-podcast-episodes

Enjoy the episode,

Lou xx

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#107: If your calendar is packed with client calls, last-minute requests, or reactive tasks, it’s time for a calendar reset. In this episode, I’m diving into the practical changes that helped me shift from an exhausting agency model to a spacious business built around scalable offers.

And no—this isn’t about colour-coded time blocking or over-scheduling your life. This episode is for the creatives who want more space and more success.

Inside this episode, I’m sharing:

• The calendar trap keeping you stuck in 1:1 work - and how to get out of it
• Why gaining control of your schedule is the real key to launching and scaling your offer
• The exact shifts I made to move from a packed agency model to a spacious, scalable business
• Practical tips for theming your days, setting boundaries, and making time for your course or membership
• How to stop being reactive and start showing up like the CEO of your business

This is a super practical episode designed to help you reclaim your time and make space for the business you really want - without becoming a time-blocking robot.

View the shownotes here:
https://loublakely.com/scale-your-offer

Enjoy the episode,
Lou xx

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#106: View the shownotes here: https://loublakely.com/freedom-sweetspot-5-things

You didn’t leave your 9–5 just to create another version of it inside your business. If you're craving more space, more sustainability, and more freedom - this episode is for you.

I walk you through the 5 specific ingredients every online business needs to hit the freedom sweet spot - that place where your income grows, your schedule feels spacious, and you're no longer tied to 1:1 work just to make ends meet.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why a scalable offer alone won’t automatically create freedom
• The #1 thing most people forget to build between launches (and how it stalls their growth)
• How to shift from reactive to intentional when it comes to your calendar
• The role of community and support in avoiding burnout and staying in momentum long term

If you’re feeling stuck between where you are now and the freedom you really want - this episode will help you bridge that gap.

Listen to the shownotes here for all resources mentioned:
https://loublakely.com/freedom-sweetspot-5-things

Enjoy the episode,
Lou xx

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