In this episode of the Empowered Business Podcast, I’m joined by Andee Hart, an entrepreneur, sales strategist, mentor, and host of the She Sells Differently podcast. Andee’s journey from Fortune 500 sales executive to thriving candle business owner is nothing short of inspiring. We dig into her countercultural sales strategies, how she grew from making candles in her kitchen to selling in hundreds of boutiques, and the practical realities of leaving corporate life to go all in on your business. Whether you sell physical or digital products, you’ll take away valuable insights on sales, scaling, and standing out in a crowded market.

In Today’s Episode We Discuss:

• How Andee’s candle business started during the pandemic
• The realities of rapid business growth
• Making the leap from corporate to entrepreneurship
• Understanding business structures and taxes
• Wholesale vs. direct-to-consumer sales
• Marketing strategies for physical products
• Standing out in a saturated market
• Countercultural sales strategies

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with Andee on Linkedin, Instagram and Pinterest – visit her website at andeehart.com.

Learn more about the She Sells Differently podcast.

Check out Andee’s list of sales tools for entrepreneurs.

Explore Hart Design Company’s beautiful decor on Instagram.

As always, the best place to hangout with us every day to be on top of online business trends and AI is the Empowered Business Society®.

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✅ How to train AI to think like a strategist

✅ And why using AI the right way is your edge in this noisy market

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This week on the Empowered Business Podcast, I’m chatting with Amy Vaughn, CEO of Together Digital—a powerhouse community that’s redefining how women grow online businesses. We’re digging into why the old-school sales funnel just doesn’t cut it anymore and how a relationship-first approach can actually scale your impact faster.

Amy breaks down the “ask and give” networking model, why so many women feel left out of traditional spaces, and how real connection leads to real growth. We also talk about where AI fits into all of this—and how it’s leveling the playing field for business owners and moms alike.

If you’re ready to ditch transactional tactics and build something that actually feels good and grows, you’re going to love this one.

In Today’s Episode We Discuss:

How relationship-first business models outperform traditional sales funnels: I talked with Amy about how her community, Together Digital, flips the script on traditional funnels by putting the human experience first—and why that approach actually drives better results.

Why networking feels broken (and how we can fix it): We explored how women often feel shut out of typical networking environments and what it looks like to create more inclusive, authentic spaces where real connection can thrive.

The power of the “ask and give” exchange: Amy broke down how her community encourages women to both ask for help and give generously—and how this simple shift builds deeper trust and stronger business relationships.

Why scaling doesn’t mean removing yourself from your business: We challenged the idea that founders have to “step back” to grow. Amy explained why doing 1:1 onboarding and staying close to her members actually fuels scalability and retention.

Rethinking community design for women: We talked about how everything from the layout of networking events to the tone of conversation impacts whether women feel safe and seen—and how small changes can create a big impact.

How AI is helping women work smarter, not harder: Amy shared how she uses AI to multiply her small team’s efforts and how her members are using it to lead innovation inside their companies and simplify their lives at home.

How to lead the AI conversation at work—even if you’re not a tech expert: We discussed the importance of women staying at the forefront of AI adoption and how to confidently advocate for its responsible use in any professional setting.

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with Amy on LinkedIn and learn more about her community at TogetherInDigital.com. You can also find her on YouTube, Instagram & Facebook.

As always, the best place to hangout with us every day to be on top of online business trends and AI is the Empowered Business Society®.

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In this episode of the Empowered Business Podcast, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes strategy that helped us hit our highest revenue month of the year—without a single big launch. I’m breaking down why I moved away from weekly flash sales, how I’m using story-driven emails to connect and convert, and the role AI is playing (without taking over my voice).

If you’ve been wondering what’s working in digital product marketing right now, this is the episode you don’t want to miss!

In Today’s Episode We Discuss:

What’s working right now in my email strategy: I’m pulling back the curtain on the simple but powerful email shifts that helped generate our highest revenue month of the year—without a big launch. It’s proof that consistency and intentional messaging pay off.

Why I moved away from flash sale Fridays: I share the real reason I ditched our weekly flash sales, what I’ve learned about audience fatigue, and how to know when it’s time to pivot your sales approach.

The rise of connection-focused content: People want more than discounts—they want to feel connected. I explain why storytelling and showing up as the face behind the brand matters more now than ever, especially in the age of AI.

My new approach to writing emails with AI: Instead of starting with AI, I begin every email with a personal story. Then, I use AI to help with transitions and clarity. That one change has seriously improved our open and click rates.

How I structure the Empowered Edge Newsletter: I walk you through the exact format of my weekly strategy email—including conditional content, product highlights, and the sections that consistently drive engagement and sales.

Trends I’m seeing in sales patterns: Despite featuring shop deals on Friday, I’m not seeing conversions until Sunday. I talk about how I’m adjusting based on what the data is telling me—and how timing really impacts sales.

Resources Mentioned:

Let’s build your first app together in a day using Lovable! Register for the Monetize Your Magic Workshop.

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Wait… AI Can Do What Now?! The Hidden Tools Revolutionizing Digital Products

It’s happening Tuesday, August 19, at 1 PM Eastern.

✅ 5 custom AI tools I use to create and sell digital products faster

✅ How to train AI to think like a strategist

✅ And why using AI the right way is your edge in this noisy market

Save your spot 👉 🚨 Wait… AI Can Do What Now?! 🚨

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