She Means Business Show

In this episode, I went behind the scenes with Emily Williams, the founder of I Heart My Life. I loved talking to her about how she went from not even being able to get a job at Starbucks and having a quarter-life crisis, to building a 7-figure business in 18 months. Pretty incredible, right? Well, as I always say, if one person can do it, we all can. Enjoy this episode and get fired up for your own success :) Outline of this Episode [1:13] Introduction of this episode with Emily Williams, success coach. [2:48] Overview of where things are in Emily’s business. [4:03] How Emily built a 7-figure business in 18 months. [4:26] Where did the inspiration come for Emily to start her entrepreneurial journey? [7:48] What Emily Williams did to turn her inspiration into the business of her dreams. [12:48] How Emily cultivated the right mindset to accomplish her dreams. [16:50] How do you find the right coach? [19:50] What is Emily Williams’ #1 business strategy? Best marketing tool? [21:39] What Emily did not expect to deal with in her business. [23:30] What has helped Emily to stay unstoppable in the pursuit of her entrepreneurial dreams. [24:12] Lightning Round — Quick business advice and resources from Emily Williams. [26:06] How to have a chance to win Emily’s iHeart mini-course. Resources & People Mentioned Emily’s website Kate Northrup Emily’s Favorite Books: Big Magic, by Elizabeth Gilbert The Universe Has Your Back, by Gabrielle Bernstein The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks How Rich People Think, by Steve Siebold http://www.groove.co/ Animoto.com/business Carrie Green’s Book: She Means Business

Andreea Ayers joins the She Means Business podcast today and we are excited to talk about the behind the scenes of Andreea’s business – how she set up her own t-shirt business and sold out quickly! Outline of the Episode [1:13] Introducing Andrea Ayers, founder of LaunchGrowJoy.com. [3:12] How difficulty finding employment solidified Andrea’s decision to start her own business. [6:43] Andrea Ayers’ brave move to invite business through sending out over 3000 individual e-mails. [9:45] How to handle it when people say “no.” [10:21] How Andrea grew the online component of her business. [12:50] Ways to motivate people to sign up on an email list for a physical product. [14:16] Andrea’s decision to sell her business and how she went about it. [18:07] How Andrea Ayers made the switch to developing online courses. [20:12] Important lessons Andrea learned through the highs and lows of a developing business. [25:51] Successfully creating balance between work and life. [35:48] How to get a chance to win Andrea’s Your Ultimate Online Store, worth $519. Resources & People Mentioned Andrea Ayers’ Launch Grow Joy website Andrea’s Course: Your Ultimate Online Store BizBuySell http://www.groove.co/ Animoto.com/business Book:  She Means Business

Today we are speaking with an award winning business strategist who believes entrepreneurs can grow their dream business while living their dream lives. Racheal Cook is the founder at Rachealcook.com, FiredupandFocused.com, and Your Business Sweet Spot. Racheal has been able to work 25 hours a week and has built her own dream business while still enjoying her life. She has retired her husband, spends time with her family and loved ones and helps to teach other entrepreneurs do the same. Racheal believes in having clarity in what your life and business need to look like so your dream business doesn’t turn into your dream nightmare. Outline of the Episode [1:13] Intro to this episode with Rachel Cook, award-winning business strategist. [2:19] Rachel’s story – Why and how she left the corporate consulting world and became an entrepreneur. [5:45] How a vision board and a desire map can help you reach your dreams sooner. [11:34] Engaging with people in every part of the process is key to turning your business into a successful reality. [14:24] What is the best way to build up your audience? [17:44] How Rachel dealt with the unexpected challenges in her entrepreneurial journey. [22:47] Why being stoppable can make you unstoppable! [28:30] Lightning round.Golden nuggets of business advice and resources from Rachel Cook. [30:59] How to enter the competition to win one of Rachel’s books. Resources & People Mentioned Racheal Cook’s Website Racheal’s  Fired Up and Focused Challenge Book: Your Business Sweet Spot, by Racheal Cook Book: Fired Up and Focused, by Racheal Cook Book Profit First by Mike Michalowicz Book: She Means Business, by Carrie Green http://www.groove.co/ Animoto.com/business

Join us for a behind the scenes look at Jess Catorc’s business in today's podcast starring Jess Catorc. Jess is the founder of DIY Website Academy and the host of Making The Entrepreneur podcast. Outline of the Episode [1:13] Introducing this episode with Jess Catorc, founder of the DIY Website Academy. [1:55] The “movie of Jess’ life: Following her dreams despite obstacles. [3:40] Jess’ story of starting her entrepreneurial journey from age 10. [5:41] Jess Catorc’s six-year journey to finding out what was right for her and how to be herself in her business. [11:23] The next step: Launching her website. [12:54] How Jess moved past her own insecurities [15:52] Using videos for “delight and ‘wow’.” [19:04] Connecting in a personal way with your subscribers. [21:07] How Jess learned to deal with hate e-mails. [26:47] What Jess Catorc is doing now. [28:31] Jess Catorc’s favorite quote and a few last words. [29:53] How to get a chance to win a scholarship to Jess’ DIY Website academy. People & Resources Mentioned http://www.groove.co/ Animoto.com/business Book: She Means Business http://academy.jesscatorc.com/ Movie: Joy https://www.marieforleo.com/bschool/ https://www.smartpassiveincome.com/podcasts/ https://www.facebook.com/jesscatorc/videos/1040968552652436/

Jenn Scalia shares her inspiring story today – how she went from rock bottom to 7 figures in less than three years. Jenn is a visibility strategist for entrepreneurs who want to make an impact and her main goal is to help others get their story out there in an authentic way. Jenn shares with us today how she built her business despite being an introvert and a single mom. Outline of this Episode [1:13] Intro to this episode with Jenn Scalia on how to get out of your own way and build a business with authenticity and integrity. [2:04] Introduction of Jenn Scali: from rock bottom to 7-figure business in 3 years. [2:51] Jenn’s business - helping people create a business that is easy and flowing and authentic. [3:45] How Jenn Scalia got started on her entrepreneurial journey. The rough first year. [6:23] The first big investment that changed everything for Jenn. [7:55] The factors that led to explosive growth in Jenn’s business. [11:42] The difference between 6-figure business and 7-figure business. [12:54] Mindset tools and Jenn’s “secret weapon” for conditioning herself for success. [16:52] What helped Jenn Scalia to become so unstoppable? [18:10] What Jenn found unexpected on her journey [19:02] Jenn Scalia’s top tips for other aspiring entrepreneurs [20:57] Lightning Round -- Quick business advice and resources from Michelle Rohr [23:17] How to get a chance to win Jenn’s 5-figure funnel, worth $397. Resources and People Mentioned  Jenn Scalia’s Website Jenn Scalia’s 5-day funnel mini course Groove Carrie Green’s Book: She Means Business Sponsor: Animoto.com/business

Amanda Daley joins us today to show us the behind the scenes of how she built her super successful business. Amanda is a business mentor for business coaches and wellness entrepreneurs- a former health coach with a diverse background, Amanda created training to help other health coaches reach success in getting out there. Outline of this Episode [1:13] Intro of this episode with Amanda Daley, founder of amandajdaley.com. [2:29] Amanda describes her business as a health coaching business mentor. [3:42] How the burnout from working in advertising inspired Amanda to begin her entrepreneurial journey. [5:28] Amanda’s first steps - what didn’t work. [8:14] Amanda Daley describes how she got through the emotional rollercoaster of the early days of her business. [11:04] Mindset -- doing the inner work is just as important as the business training. [13:32] Next steps to success - focus on being seen. [15:11] What activities worked best at the beginning of Amanda Daley’s success? [16:32] Why and how Amanda made the switch from health coaching to coaching coaches. [20:29] Amanda’s top tip for people who want to coach. [22:52] Know your message and communicate it with your market. [24:26] What has helped Amanda Daley to be unstoppable? [25:49] Lightning round: Quick answers to questions about business and resources [27:57] How to get a chance to win one of Amanda’s courses. Resources and People Mentioned LIBSYN ONLY Amanda’s Website Book: Rocket Fuel Book: She Means Business

Marie Poulin is a successful strategist and designer who joins us today in a special episode where we do a “movie style” presentation of She Means Business starring: Marie Poulin’s life. Join us today for an exciting adventure and a chance to win two amazing giveaways! Outline of this Episode [1:13] Intro to this episode: Marie Poulin’s entrepreneurial journey: How we get intentional about living our dream lives. [2:03] Marie Poulin’s story about why she decided to become an entrepreneur. [5:45] Marie’s first steps -- Willingness to put yourself out there. [7:48] The “Internship phase” - just seeing what you can do and what your processes are like. [9:13] Marie Poulin talks about what kept her going through the massive journey of personal growth. [11:25] How the weight lifted when systems were in place, and how Marie was then able to sell her process to others. [13:58] Minimize time spent, by improving processes. [15:15] The factor that gave Marie key breakthroughs. [16:25] Building a business is 95% mindset and who we are. [18:05] The other 5%. Marie Poulin’s top tips for anyone who is launching a business. [18:51] Be intentional: Design life and business around what you value. [21:19] The biggest lesson Marie has learned along her journey. [22:57] Leave a comment on the blog for a chance of winning Marie’s ebook or course. Resources and People Mentioned Digital Strategy School Oki Doki Systems Rock (Natasha Vorompovia) Simon Sinek Christopher Butler

On the show today, Michelle Rohr talks about taking 100% responsibility for your life, her personal journey to success and why you need to be using Pinterest in your business (like yesterday). Michelle is the founder of The Secret Owl Society, sells printables via Etsy and has a number of online courses- but her business used to be a source of frustration and not the freedom she has today. Listen in to see how she did it and where to snag your own Secret Owl Society free printables. Outline of this Episode [1:14] Introduction of Michelle Rohr, Founder of Secret Owl Society, taking 100% responsibility for your life [2:53] Michelle’s story of how her vision compelled her to develop a source for passive income. [5:20] How Michelle Rohr’s misery in business inspired her to set off on a new entrepreneurial journey. [10:30] Michelle turned her blog into a successful business by serving people. [14:05] What has been helpful for Michelle’s personal development to get her where she is. [18:38] Why Pinterest is the secret weapon for marketing. [22:30] How to get through the challenges that bring out resistance in you. [28:23] Lightning Round -- Quick business advice and resources from Michelle Rohr Resources and People Mentioned Animoto.com/business The Secret OWL Society website Book: She Means Business

Jill Stanton joins me today from Screw the Nine to Five which she runs with her husband. They help web-preneurs cut the overwhelm, cut the bull, get focused and work on the right task in their business. Jill takes us through her entrepreneurial journey and what she credits her success to.  You don’t want to miss it (and we may just have a special surprise in this episode for you). Outline of This Episode [1:13] Introduction of this episode with Jill Stanton, owner of Screw the 9 to 5. [3:25] Jill Stanton talks about the progress of her business and how to get focused and work on the right tasks. [4:07] Jill Stanton shares her story of what inspired her to start off on the entrepreneurial journey that led to her monthly membership community. [7:35] Find one thing and do it well. Jill Stanton’s advice to entrepreneurs. [10:50] Momentum marketing: Jill Stanton’s 5-stage process for building an online business. [13:00] What to do when you have no clue. [14:16] How to get through the error phase and overcome obstacles -- two crucial groups of people to connect with [16:58] What has helped Jill Stanton to have breakthroughs in business and move to the next level? [19.34] Why a clear focus and personal white space matter. [28:45] The crazy entrepreneurial journey - The best game in town [29:46] Jill Stanton’s top piece of advice to entrepreneurs [30:43] Lightning round: Quick business advice and resources from Jill Stanton   Resources and People Mentioned Screw the 9 to 5 website Screw U membership group Book: She Means Business