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Being Boss

By: Emily Thompson, Kathleen Shannon
Narrated by: Emily Thompson, Kathleen Shannon
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Publisher's summary

From the creators of the hit podcast comes an interactive self-help guide for creative entrepreneurs, where they share their best tools and tactics on "being boss" in both business and life.

Kathleen Shannon and Emily Thompson are self-proclaimed "business besties" and hosts of the top-ranked podcast Being Boss, where they talk shop and share their combined expertise with other creative entrepreneurs. Now they take the best of their from-the-trenches advice, giving you targeted guidance on:

The Boss Mindset: how to weed out distractions, cultivate confidence, and tackle "fraudy feelings"

  • Boss Habits: including a tested method for visually mapping out goals with magical results
  • Boss Money: how to stop freaking out about finances and sell yourself (without shame)

With worksheets, checklists, and other real tools for achieving success, here's a guide that will truly help you "be boss" not only at growing your business, but creating a life you love.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2018 Emily Thompson (P)2018 Hachette Audio

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"Finally, a book for entrepreneurs that honors your intuition while cultivating your inner badness...full of real-life insights and bold strategies to help you define success, take charge of your day, and create the life you've always wanted."—Melissa Hartwig, Whole30 co-creator and #1 New York Times bestselling author

"Ditch the myth that creatives and business don't mix. Being Boss is the uncomplicated guide to creating your own success."—Mike McDerment, co-founder and CEO, FreshBooks

"Kathleen and Emily are two of the hardest working and passionate hustlers around. Their care and attention to detail doesn't just show in their work, but in how they've built a tribe of raving supporters. In this book, they don't just talk about creating the business and life you want—they show you how, step by step."—Jasmine Star, photographer, influencer, and renowned business strategist

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Kathleen's voice

It had pretty good and helpful content, but what made me hate half of the book was Kathleen's voice. I dreaded every part she narrated. Her annoying nasal voice and the way she spoke when reading, it was like she was reading to a toddler. Emily's voice was a treat; it was so pleasant. If it would've been only Emily narrating the book, it would've been perfect and I would've finished it way sooner. So I don't know if I'd recommend this audio book, but a physical version of the book I would.
I can't see myself listening to the podcast with Kathleen there.

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I read it all in one day.

I couldn’t stop reading it! Comes with worksheets to start your journey. I will probably play it again and do the worksheets over.

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Great small business information!

Love it! Engaging and practical information! Useful for new nonprofit. Highly recommend for any home based business.

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Very straightforward!

I really enjoyed the straightforward delivery and cut to the chase. A good shake and slap on the face of what I needed to hear to get my gear going.

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Wasn’t expecting that.

Wow! What an experience!! I was not expecting to get so much useful information and totally real motivation. The authors are 100% genuine and have real life advice as well as business advice. So inspiring. A great read.

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Amazing!

This is an amazing book for entrepreneurs! I love how she keeps it real and simple!

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Much needed kick in the butt

I love their podcast and have binge listened to this more than once when I need a good kick in the ass to get motivated!!!
I also bought the kindle edition! Keep it up ladies!

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Lots of great insight & positivity👍🏽Thanks

Loved the New Moon/Phases of the Moon planning idea. So many great thoughts & actions to partake in!

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Pushed me further into my life

This book had a lot of great information. I was taking notes the entire time. I do not have a creative type business but i find the information to be relevant to running a business in general as well as working a day job. I recommend this book to everyone i talk to.

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Life-changing

So much smart, heart-centered wisdom and tough love from Emily and Kathleen. I ordered the print copy as well to hold and mark up and work through again and again.

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