

the bossbabe podcast
Natalie Ellis
Bossbabe is one of the world's largest communities of ambitious women, with over 4.2 million followers and the top online membership for women entrepreneurs. We're passionate about helping you build a Freedom-Based Business™ to make more money + live a lifestyle you love. Every week, the bossbabe podcast brings you the real behind-the-scenes of building a wildly successful, profitable + reliable business, plus tools and strategies to make sales on repeat, grow an audience on social media, + create the life you truly want.
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Aug 7, 2025 • 42min
475: Simran (Friends That Invest): The Investment Mistake 70% of Women Make (Do This Instead)
Simran Kaur, founder of Friends That Invest, shares her journey from optometrist to financial educator. She discusses how to recession-proof income and the importance of having a solid emergency fund. Simran uncovers the simple system behind passive income and why many misinterpret it. She reveals how to avoid common money traps and empowers women to take charge of their finances with confidence. This conversation is packed with practical tips to help anyone start investing, no matter their background!

Jul 31, 2025 • 20min
474: The CEO Mindset Shift: How to Stop Thinking Like a Freelancer and Start Thinking Like a Founder
Are you truly running a business, or just a demanding job? Discover the vital mindset shift from freelancer to founder, emphasizing systems, structure, and scalability. Learn how to delegate effectively, sell outcomes rather than time, and focus on profit instead of mere revenue. Explore what true freedom looks like when you embrace a CEO mindset, and how this transformation can empower ambitious women and mothers in their entrepreneurial journeys.

Jul 24, 2025 • 36min
473: I Left My Goldman Sachs Role to Write Fiction Novels: Here’s Exactly How I Did It
Lindsay MacMillan, a former VP at Goldman Sachs, shares her daring transition from Wall Street to writing romance novels. She discusses the moment she realized her prestigious job wasn’t her true passion. Lindsay reveals insights on navigating the financial and emotional shifts that come with such a leap, and why many are quitting corporate roles—not just from burnout. Additionally, she highlights the importance of prioritizing creativity and how it improved her corporate performance, all while crafting a fulfilling life on her terms.

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Jul 17, 2025 • 32min
472: The End of an Era? What AI Means for Creators, Coaches + Course Businesses (And How to Win Anyway)
The online business landscape is changing, and the era of easy wins is fading. Creators are facing burnout as buyers grow savvier. AI is reshuffling the deck—discover what it can replace and what remains irreplaceable. Trust and transformation become your new currency. Learn the importance of deep specialization and building a strong ecosystem over traditional funnels. Practical insights on future-proofing your business will help you stay relevant in this evolving market.

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Jul 10, 2025 • 32min
471: Why 99% of Online Businesses Will Die by 2030 (And How to Survive)
The online business landscape is rapidly evolving, leaving outdated strategies in the dust. Founders must focus on sustainability and infrastructure rather than just visibility. The rise of AI is changing content dynamics, making surface-level offers obsolete. Entrepreneurs should transition from personal branding to developing proprietary intellectual property. It's about crafting unforgettable brand experiences and becoming a thought leader to cut through the noise. This discussion is essential for anyone looking to thrive in the future of online business.

Jul 3, 2025 • 34min
470: How I’d Build a $100K/Month Business from Scratch (No Audience, No Email List)
Have you ever thought about starting a business from scratch? Discover how to build a $100K/month venture with just one offer, even without an audience or a brand. Learn to identify high-value problems to solve and the power of simplicity in creating effective offers. Uncover the importance of aligning income goals with personal life and adopt a no-fluff funnel strategy. Plus, get insights on the right traffic sources to kickstart your business and the mindset shifts required for successful selling.

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Jun 26, 2025 • 50min
469: The Unlock to FINALLY Clarifying + Scaling Your Personal Brand with Rory Vaden
Join Rory Vaden, bestselling author and co-founder of Brand Builders Group, as he shares insights on clarifying and scaling your personal brand. Discover why starting with 'who' instead of 'what' is crucial for standing out. Vaden emphasizes the power of storytelling over data and explains how authenticity is key in an AI-driven world. He also reveals his strategies for becoming unforgettable and getting noticed in your niche. Plus, grab his audiobook for free!

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Jun 19, 2025 • 29min
468: "I Don’t Feel Alive in My Business Anymore” - How to Fall Back in Love with Work
Feeling disconnected from your business? Explore the signs of burnout versus boredom and discover how to recalibrate your work life. Learn how to audit your alignment with personal values, prune unnecessary commitments, and delegate tasks effectively. Real stories from women who reignited their passion will inspire you to reconnect with your why. Plus, actionable steps to evolve your business without losing its essence. It’s time to ignite your creativity and spark joy back into your work!

Jun 12, 2025 • 42min
467: Billion-Dollar CEO Reveals: How He Built an Empire From Teaching (7 Steps)
Mark Pentecost, the self-made billionaire and founder of It Works! and Impact Professionals, shares his journey from high school teacher to billionaire entrepreneur. He reveals the seven essential steps for building a successful business without debt or outside funding. Mark emphasizes the importance of a supportive environment, financial discipline, and dreaming big. He discusses how his cancer diagnosis shaped his purpose and why legacy drives his success. Tune in to hear about instilling financial values in children and creating opportunities for all.

Jun 5, 2025 • 60min
466: We Sold a Company for $745M - Here’s the Reality Behind The Scenes: A Raw Conversation with Kass + Mike Lazerow
Kass and Mike Lazerow are serial entrepreneurs and investors, best known as the co-founders of Golf.com and Buddy Media, the leading social media marketing platform that sold to Salesforce for $745 million. In this episode, they join Natalie for a raw, unfiltered conversation on the messy reality of building billion-dollar businesses, raising a family, navigating marriage, and staying focused through it all.
They don’t hold back. From the tough lessons they’ve learned as partners and parents to the playbook they’ve developed for building a business that lasts, you’ll walk away with the inside scoop on what it really takes to build a wildly successful business… and stay married while doing it.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction to Mike and Kass Lazerow
01:22 - Why co-founder partnerships succeed, or fail
02:38 - How to navigate working together as a couple
05:11 - The must-ask questions before choosing a business partner
07:28 - Equity splits, work ethic, and setting expectations
12:03 - The reality of balance for entrepreneurial families
14:27 - Building businesses during early parenting years
21:18 - The V2MOM framework for focus and decision-making
29:17 - Identifying the key levers that drive business growth
32:34 - Common mistakes in hiring and building a team
36:18 - Scripts and frameworks for difficult conversations
40:20 - Legal foundations every founder should know
45:41 - The emotional side of entrepreneurship and building wealth
49:42 - Rethinking money, freedom, and legacy
55:24 - What success really looks like in business and life
RESOURCES + LINKS
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