Does the sight of red ink give you flashbacks to Grade School English? Many of us carry that typo-trauma with us into adulthood and our entrepreneurial endeavors. How can we publish our brilliance without our voice being tainted? This week, Annie P. sits down with her favorite editor, Alexandra Uth (known for her Purple Pencils). Together, they'll explore best practices for bringing books and other written works into the world - and tie it all to the most famous Doctor(s) in all of Time and Space. *Parentpreneur advisory: this episode contains colorful language Connect with Alexandra through her website and LinkedIn. Check out these fabulous Etsy finds for Whovians, each made and sold by independent artists. Tired of feeling sleazy when you sell - or avoiding "the ask" altogether? Annie P.'s free masterclass is for you. For full show notes and more visit www.toolegitimatetoquit.com Extra Credit: Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! New episodes drop every Monday.

How can we keep ourselves - our egos, our ideas, our best and dearest character traits - safe in the increasingly connected, digital, demanding  Small Business world? What role does intuition play in the ambitious pursuit of your Purpose? This week, TLTQ takes a walk on the woo-side with Ciara Rubin - lightworker, spiritual teacher, and Disney superfan. We discuss all things energy and tenacity, and explore what it really feels like to go "Into the Unknown." *Parentpreneur advisory: this episode contains colorful language Connect with Ciara through YouTube Channel and Instagram. Click here to join her #LightworkerSocial Challenge! Check out these fabulous Etsy finds for lovers Frozen and Frozen II, each made and sold by independent artists. Tired of feeling sleazy when you sell - or avoiding "the ask" altogether? Annie P.'s free masterclass is for you. For full show notes and more visit www.toolegitimatetoquit.com Extra Credit: Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! New episodes drop every Monday.

What the heck is a brand anyway? How do you know yours is sending the right message out into the world? Too many small businesses struggle with finding the perfect fit - where cleverness, color, cohesion, and clarity combine. This week, Annie P. returns to Schitt's Creek accompanied by lettering artist, entrepreneur, and brand designer Chelsie Tamms. Together, they deep dive into branding, re-branding, and working with a professional artist - and pick apart some beloved Schitt's Creek props and locales. **Parentpreneur advisory: this episode contains colorful language Connect with Chelsie through her website and Instagram. Click here to learn more about her Self-Made Artist Academy! Check out these fabulous Etsy finds for lovers of Schitt's Creek and Cafe Tropical, each made and sold by independent artists. Tired of feeling sleazy when you sell - or avoiding "the ask" altogether? Annie P.'s free masterclass is for you. For full show notes and more visit www.toolegitimatetoquit.com Extra Credit: Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! New episodes drop every Monday.

Small business owners can be so wildly sensitive about their writing. I certainly have been. We desperately want everything to come out exactly right every time - but don't trust our own skill. AND/OR the idea of letting someone else speak for you? Forget it! No way! How can we stop being so precious and start converting clients? This week, seasoned copywriter Kelsey Hoff sits down with Annie P. to give writers a permission slip or two, demystify working with a professional, and explain why every David needs a Patrick. *Spoiler alert: this episode contains info about Schitt's Creek's final season. **Parentpreneur advisory: this episode contains colorful language Connect with Kelsey through her website and LinkedIN. Need a place to start your Idea Inventory? Here's a free Trello template. Check out these fabulous Etsy finds for lovers of Schitt's Creek and Rose Apothecary, each made and sold by independent artists. Tired of feeling sleazy when you sell - or avoiding "the ask" altogether? Annie P.'s free masterclass is for you. For full show notes and more visit www.toolegitimatetoquit.com Extra Credit: Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! New episodes drop every Monday

Launching a business takes gumption and a dream. Sustaining that business? Well, that requires patience, tenacity, support, and a rock-solid plan. How can we take our profitability seriously without killing what's shiny? On this raucous episode, Annie P. is joined by the utterly hilarious Mel McSherry, a coach, author, prioritization expert, and fellow Ravenclaw. *Parentpreneur advisory: this episode loads of contains colorful language Special note: As we mention in the episode, author JK Rowling's blatant transphobia is profoundly damaging. Unsure why? Please check out this breakdown from last month's Glamour Magazine and this open letter, written by Daniel Radcliffe, for The Trevor Project. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider making a donation while you are there. Connect with Mel through the free resources on her website and Instagram. Check out these marvelous Dumbledore's Army tributes, each made and sold by independent artists on Etsy. Tired of feeling sleazy when you sell - or avoiding "the ask" altogether? Annie P.'s free masterclass is for you. For full show notes and more visit www.toolegitimatetoquit.com Extra Credit: Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! New episodes drop every Monday

Business is about risk - yet so many entrepreneurs cling to what is comfortable. The entrepreneurial mindset requires a lot of unlearning - of rules, standards, and restrictions. How can we push past hesitation and into innovation? This week, the utterly sensational Rhonda Glynn joins Annie to talk about her own path into entrepreneurship, to explore how femininity can fuel authenticity, and to draw parallels to unapologetic rap queen Megan Thee Stallion. *Parentpreneur advisory: this episode contains colorful language Connect with Rhonda through her website and LinkedIN. Check out these fabulous Etsy finds for Megan Thee Stallion fans, each made and sold by independent artists. Tired of feeling sleazy when you sell - or avoiding "the ask" altogether? Annie P.'s free masterclass is for you. For full show notes and more visit www.toolegitimatetoquit.com Extra Credit: Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! New episodes drop every Monday

Your competitors are loud - how can you hope to be heard above their noise? The tried and true strategy of Public Relations may be your secret weapon as more media attention shifts to small ventures than ever before. This week, agency-vet-turned-founder of A La Carte Media Consulting, Christa Chavez Martay and Annie P. explore the ins and outs of paid media and advertising and draw inspiration from their cherished record collections. *Parentpreneur advisory: this episode contains colorful language Connect with Christa through her website and Instagram. Check out these fabulous Etsy finds for vinyl lovers, each made and sold by independent artists. Tired of feeling sleazy when you sell - or avoiding "the ask" altogether? Annie P.'s free masterclass is for you. For full show notes and more visit www.toolegitimatetoquit.com Extra Credit: Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! New episodes drop every Monday

Video marketing outperforms other methods time and time again - and yet, many small business owners remain camera shy. Why and at what cost? This week, Annie P. sits down with digital marketer extraordinaire Nick Bonitatibus to talk about two opposing forces: the willpower to be more visible – and the fear that keeps us from hitting "record." *Parentpreneur advisory: this episode contains colorful language Check out his Nick's free/fabulous training, How To Effectively Generate Leads With Video Connect with Nick through his website and Instagram. Check out these fabulous Green Lantern-inspired Etsy finds, each made and sold by independent artists. Tired of feeling sleazy when you sell - or avoiding "the ask" altogether? Annie P.'s free masterclass is for you. For full show notes and more visit www.toolegitimatetoquit.com Extra Credit: Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! New episodes drop every Monday.

Most small business owners I know would rather have a root canal than dig into their financial information. Why is money - even our own money - so intimidating? This week, Kate Grayson, Money Coach and Founder of Beyond Money, joins Annie P. to take the sting out of facing your finances, and to explore how depictions of the middle class may skew our definitions of success. *Parentpreneur advisory: this episode contains colorful language Connect with Kate through her website and Instagram. Check out these fabulous Gossip Girl-inspired Etsy finds, each made and sold by independent artists. Tired of feeling sleazy when you sell - or avoiding "the ask" altogether? Annie P.'s free masterclass is for you. For full show notes and more visit www.toolegitimatetoquit.com Extra Credit: Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! New episodes drop every Monday.

There are approximately 9 billion pieces of content about starting a small business - but sustaining that business? Not so much. What does it take to find your footing in your market, and how can you stay put once you reach the top? Strategic storyteller and Dave Matthews Band devotee, Bryce Conlan chats with Annie P. about the importance of tenacity, flexibility, and finding the right backup. Warning: This episode contains spoilers for "The Epic of Gilgamesh." *Parentpreneur advisory: this episode contains colorful language Connect with Bryce through LinkedIN and The Narrative Advantage website. Check out these wonderful DMB-inspired Etsy finds, each made and sold by independent artists - https://pin.it/1mGjuQp Tired of feeling sleazy when you sell - or avoiding "the ask" altogether? Annie P.'s free masterclass is for you. For full show notes and more visit www.toolegitimatetoquit.com Extra Credit: Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts! New episodes drop every Monday.