What if the very things you think are holding you back are actually redirecting you toward your biggest breakthroughs?

In this episode, I open up about what’s truly been challenging for me in 2025 - from personal grief and unpredictable childcare to draining relationships and autoimmune flare-ups. I’m sharing what’s made work hard, what’s made healing harder, and what’s helped me push forward anyway. This is one of those raw, real behind-the-scenes episodes I love to do, not because they’re polished, but because they’re honest. If you’ve ever felt like your dreams are too “delusional” or that life is just throwing too much at once - this is for you. I’m also sharing what’s propelled me forward this year: the power of mindset, the clarity of boundaries, and why I believe being delusional is a strategy, not a flaw.

Whether you’re navigating grief, burnout, or building a business while raising kids, I hope this episode helps you feel seen — and reminds you that you can still succeed, even in the messiest seasons.

Topics Covered in this Episode:

• 2:13 - The behind-the-scenes struggle that cut my work time down to 2.5 hours a day

• 4:56 - How one major loss reshaped my entire approach to motherhood and business

• 6:16 - Why some people drain your energy and what to do about it

• 9:02 - The boundary shift that changed how I protect my energy

• 13:17 - The phone setting that will help you stay focused

• 17:01 - A mindset technique beat fear and reclaim energy

• 21:00 - Why “being delusional” might be the smartest move you make this year

Resources Mentioned:

Accelerate the Growth of Your Practice: https://www.theentrepreneurialtherapist.com/practice-accelerator

Are you treating your podcast like a passion project or a business strategy? In this episode, I sit down with Joe Sanok—host of the wildly successful Practice of the Practice podcast—to go behind the scenes on how he built a show that brings in over 100,000 monthly listeners, generates $300K a year in sponsorships, and has opened doors to life-changing opportunities. If you've ever wondered what it actually takes to grow, monetize, and sustain a podcast long-term—this one’s for you.

Joe shares the exact mindset shifts, marketing strategies, and behind-the-scenes systems that helped him scale from a DIY mic setup to a full-scale media business. We talk about everything from audience building to securing high-value sponsorships, the truth about podcast plateaus, and why being a guest on other shows is one of the most underrated growth hacks. Whether you're podcasting already or still dreaming about starting, you'll walk away with a clearer vision for what's possible—and how to get there.

Topics Covered in This Episode:

• 5:00 - The real question to ask yourself before trying to grow your podcast

• 10:31 - 3 game-changing upgrades for increasing downloads

• 16:02 - Why guesting on other podcasts may be more powerful than promoting your own

• 18:54 - Joe’s system for pitching and closing high-dollar sponsorship deals

• 22:30 - How to talk to sponsors in a way that builds long-term partnerships

• 26:08 - When—and how—to start reaching out to sponsors, even with a small audience

• 27:22 - The process behind building a show with real staying power

Needing more private pay clients? Be sure to watch my free training that walks you through exactly how to start attracting the right clients and filling your caseload with ease—no complicated marketing funnels required. You can watch it here. And if you want to connect more with Joe Sanok, check out his Practice of the Practice podcast wherever you listen or learn more about his work at PracticeofthePractice.com.

Resources Mentioned:

Needing more private pay clients? Watch my free training: https://enterprenueral-therapist.squarespace.com/config/?frameUrl=%2Ffree-webinar

Connect with Joe on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PracticeOfThePractice/ Connect with Joe on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/practice-of-the-practice/ Instagram Connect with Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/practiceofthepractice YouTube Check Out Joe’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6OMvdlHsZ-08bVxMjzyPng

In this milestone episode, I’m reflecting on what it took to reach 100K downloads of The Entrepreneurial Therapist podcast. I dive into the mindset, systems, and strategies that have powered this show for three years without missing a single week. I’m also sharing personal behind-the-scenes stories, how I monetize the podcast, and what’s working right now with long-form content. If you're a therapist, creator, or entrepreneur dreaming of launching your own show (or scaling one), this episode is packed with inspiration and tactical gems to move you forward.

Topics Covered in this Episode:

• 01:42 - The power of consistency and how I’ve never missed a Wednesday release in 3 years

• 04:36 - Is it worth starting a podcast today? My honest take + how I landed my first sponsor

• 07:05 - What podcast sponsorships have actually paid for—and how I make them work for my business

• 08:48 - The surprising trick to sounding more engaging on the mic (even when you feel tired)

• 11:06 - Why podcasting is a key part of my sales funnel—and how it builds trust faster than social media

• 13:45 - The role of long-form content in 2025+ and why it’s where attention and depth are shifting

• 15:00 - My go-to strategy for never running out of podcast or newsletter content ideas

• 16:22 - The simple spreadsheet system I use to stay organized and streamline production

• 18:56 - A raw reflection on starting this podcast during my divorce—and how it helped me heal and dream again

Download my free guide on how I use ChatGPT to market my private practice—you’ll get strategies you can start applying today. Get it here

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Resources Mentioned:

Download my free guide on how I use ChatGPT to market my practice: https://www.theentrepreneurialtherapist.com/guide

Find out more about Alma here: helloalma.com/danielle