Crush the Rush™: The Female Entrepreneur Podcast for Sustainable Business Growth

In this week's pep talk, I am sharing the real strategies behind how we doubled our yearly podcast downloads in just 30 days—without going viral or spending a cent on ads. It’s all about sustainable systems, smarter repurposing, and a few key SEO tweaks that changed everything. In today’s episode, I share:02:51 – Why this growth came from systems, not trends, and the power of sustainable visibility05:00 – How refocusing on one platform (the podcast) created more consistency and connection06:26 – The small SEO updates that boosted our show ranking on Apple, Spotify, and Google07:56 – How rethinking interviews and conversations increased engagement and authenticity09:56 – The repurposing and SEO system that now lets ChatGPT recommend our content11:46 – How we use custom GPTs to automate content creation and save hours each week13:52 – The “podcast newsletter” strategy that builds deeper listener relationships15:19 – Why curated playlists drive repeat listens and long-term growth16:12 – How simplifying the process led to exponential results—and more fun doing it17:09 – The real secret behind growth: improving the experience, not the effort 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 🌟 Join the Collective Co-Op Open → www.hollymariehaynes.com/openhouse👉 Learn more about the Collective Co-Op → www.holllymariehaynes.com/coop 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 🔗 FREE RESOURCES:https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/workwithme

What does it look like to make your podcast the cornerstone of your business instead of an afterthought? Today, I’m sitting down with Kylee Chandler—podcast strategist, growth expert, and creator of the Podcast Growth Toolkit. Kylee has spent nearly a decade helping shows like Online Marketing Made Easy with Amy Porterfield and Don’t Keep Your Day Job with Kathy Heller grow to millions of downloads. She knows what it takes to build a show that doesn’t just get listens—it builds a business. We talk about what it really means to build a life-first business around your podcast, why the “saturated podcast market” is a total myth, and how to turn your episodes into lead-generating, revenue-driving systems. Kylee shares the method she uses to create podcast-first funnels, how she’s built her own show from the ground up, and what trends to watch for in 2026. Whether you’re launching your first show or ready to grow strategically, this conversation will help you rethink what’s possible when you lead with connection, consistency, and purpose. Today you’ll hear:02:05 – How Kylee and I define a “life-first business” and what it looks like in practice04:40 – The boundaries and structure that helped Kylee build her business from day one07:15 – Why the podcasting space isn’t too crowded—and what the numbers really say09:20 – When a podcast becomes more than just content: the connection that drives growth12:10 – How networking through your show can create unexpected relationships and opportunities15:00 – What it actually looks like to build a business without relying on social media18:25 – The system I use to turn one podcast episode into 17+ pieces of content every week19:58 – Inside Kylee’s Podcast-First Funnel and how to repurpose your top-performing episodes23:40 – 2026 podcast trends: bundles, newsletters, SEO, and authenticity over automation27:20 – How “hand-raise” emails are creating real engagement and personal connection30:05 – Why monetizing your own offers is the new wave of podcast growth32:00 – The one mistake new podcasters make and how to avoid it33:15 – Why batching content creates better flow and more profitable episodes35:00 – The business tools we both swear by for organization and growth36:50 – How motherhood shapes our approach to entrepreneurship and freedom CONNECT WITH KYLEE:Website: Www.podcastmarketinghub.comInstagram: @kyleejchandlerFREE Resources:Podcast Project Management Training: podcastmarketinghub.com/hollyPodcast Growth Toolkit: http://www.podcastmarketinghub.com/toolkit  🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:🌟 Explore Intensives → www.hollymariehaynes.com/intensive 🎧 Anti-Social School™ → www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 💬 Loved this episode? Comment below with your biggest takeaway, share it with a business friend, and don’t forget to screenshot and tag me so I can cheer you on!

In this week’s pep talk, I am sharing the real secret to hitting your 2026 goals—and it’s not another funnel or a new content plan. It’s about surrounding yourself with the right people, finding true accountability, and finally building with the support you deserve. In today’s episode, I share:02:49 – Why the biggest difference in your results isn’t strategy—it’s who’s walking beside you04:35 – How community, not more information, builds real momentum and follow-through06:21 – The investments that made the biggest impact (and why they were all in people)08:38 – Why you can’t grow sustainably by doing it all alone—and how to fix it09:49 – The “aha” moment that changed everything for one client at retreat10:43 – The power of pairing strategy with accountability for long-term success11:47 – Three ways to shift from planning harder to building smarter in 202613:26 – How to audit your support system and prioritize what truly moves the needle14:52 – The role of the right people, not just platforms, in creating sustainable success 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 🌟 Join the Collective Co-Op Open House → www.hollymariehaynes.com/openhouse 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 💬 Loved this episode? Comment below with your biggest takeaway, share it with a business friend, and don’t forget to subscribe!

What does it look like to stay grounded as both a parent and a business owner? Today, I sit down with Bridget KerMorris—mom of seven, therapist, parenting coach, and creator of the Steady + Connected Parenting Method.  Bridget helps parents navigate the middle school years with calm and connection, and she shares how those same tools can transform how you run your business. We talk about emotional regulation, navigating anxiety, setting tech boundaries, and how finding her niche led Bridget from Anti-Social School to the Today Show. Whether you’re building a family-first business or learning to show up for yourself and your kids with more steadiness, this episode will leave you feeling grounded and inspired.Today you’ll hear:02:28 - What “life-first business” means to Bridget—and how she stays intentional with family and work04:45 - Her go-to method for choosing where to focus energy (and why regulation comes first07:23 - Simple ways to spot anxiety in yourself or your kids—and reframe it using her “update method”10:11 - Two questions every middle-schooler is asking and how to keep communication open14:27 - How to talk to your kids about tech using family values instead of fear18:25 - The breakthrough that came from niching down inside Anti-Social School22:05 - How her Instagram blew up to 43K+ followers and led to the Today Show24:22 - Why follower growth doesn’t equal profit—and what systems she built to sustain it25:59 - Inside The Collective Co-Op: scaling with structure, support, and confidence28:16 - Bridget’s Q4 advice for parents—create lightness, joy, and connection at home29:52 - Where to find Bridget’s tools, workbook, and free guide for middle-school parentsCONNECT WITH BRIDGET:Website: www.kermorris.comInstagram: @bridget.parentcoachFREE Resources:50 Ways I'm Staying Close to My Middle Schooler: https://kermorris.myflodesk.com/50waysguideMiddle School Tech Safety Toolkit: https://bridgetparentco.samcart.com/products/middle-school-tech-safety-toolkit 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:🌟 Explore Intensives → www.hollymariehaynes.com/intensive 🎧 Anti-Social School™ → www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 💬 Loved this episode? Comment below with your biggest takeaway, share it with a business friend, and don’t forget to screenshot and tag me so I can cheer you on!

In this week’s pep talk, I am sharing one of the most honest conversations I’ve ever had—how our revenue went down this year, but our profit went up (on purpose). This episode is about scaling smarter, protecting your peace, and redefining success on your own terms. In today’s episode, I share:02:20 – Why lowering revenue can actually increase long-term profit (and why ours was intentional)05:29 – How simplifying launches and systems created more time, space, and sanity08:25 – The behind-the-scenes changes that boosted profit—from tax strategy to AI tools10:39 – The mindset shift that helped redefine success and focus on what truly matters12:55 – The real numbers behind a 55% profit margin and what healthy margins look like15:09 – How to build a supportive team (and home life) that gives you freedom back18:08 – Why streamlining and learning AI became the foundation of sustainable growth19:39 – The ultimate lesson: slowing down to speed up—and how it changed everything 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:🌟 Join the Collective Co-Op Open House → www.hollymariehaynes.com/openhouse🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 💬 Loved this episode? Comment below with your biggest takeaway, share it with a business friend, and don’t forget to subscribe!

Want to make your content actually work for you? In this episode, I sit down with Katelyn Rhoades—social media strategist, keynote speaker, and host of the Call Her Creator podcast. With over 200K Instagram followers and 15 years of marketing experience, Katelyn knows how to blend storytelling, trends, and strategy to turn followers into clients. We talk about what’s working on Instagram right now, how to build real connection through content, and how to show up consistently without losing your sanity.Whether you’re in the growth phase or ready to scale, this conversation is packed with insights to help you elevate your social presence, attract your ideal clients, and create content that truly converts.Today you’ll hear:Katelyn’s framework for turning Instagram followers into paying clients using content pillars that connect, educate, and sellHow to use analytics and audience insights to create high-performing content that actually drives resultsWhat’s changing on Instagram as we head into 2026 (and how authenticity is becoming the ultimate growth hack)Practical tips for setting boundaries on social media while still staying consistentThe tools and systems Katelyn uses to streamline content creation and protect her creative energy CONNECT WITH KATELYN:Website: www.enfluencestudio.comInstagram: @thekatelynrhoadesFREE $100k Launch Checklist: https://enfluencestudio.com/launch 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:🌟 Explore Intensives → www.hollymariehaynes.com/intensive 🎧 Anti-Social School™ → www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 💬 Loved this episode? Comment below with your biggest takeaway, share it with a business friend, and don’t forget to screenshot and tag me so I can cheer you on!

In this week's pep talk, I am sharing about the Fast Track Framework—a 30-day reset designed to give you clarity, a 90-day roadmap, and AI-powered systems that actually do the heavy lifting. In today's episode, I share:Why traditional courses have a 10–15% completion rate (and what actually works instead)How to run a full client + income gap audit before you make your next moveThe exact 90-day planning process Holly uses in her own business and with clientsHow AI bots can turn your ideas into blogs, carousels, and email content in secondsWays the Fast Track model is being used inside the Crush the Rush Club, Anti-Social School™, and Intensives 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 🌟 Explore Intensives → www.hollymariehaynes.com/intensive 🎧 Anti-Social School™ → www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 💬 Loved this episode? Comment below with your biggest takeaway, share it with a business friend, and don’t forget to subscribe!

Thinking about running ads to scale your business? Before you hit “go,” you’ll want to hear this one. In today’s episode, I sit down with Melissa Litchfield, founder of Litchfield Media and seasoned digital ads strategist, to talk about what’s really working with ads right now—and what’s not. From the importance of building a strong organic foundation before investing in paid traffic to knowing when your offer is truly ready for ads, Melissa shares practical insights that will help you spend smarter and see better results. Melissa unpacks how to run ads without burning out, how to test your funnel for success, and what the latest platform changes actually mean for your strategy in 2025. Whether you’re planning a Black Friday launch or prepping for next year, this episode will help you approach ads with clarity and confidence. Today you’ll hear:Why ads can’t fix a weak foundation—and how to know when your business is actually ready for them.Melissa’s “organic success test” for validating an offer before you spend a dollar on paid traffic.How to blend organic and paid strategies to generate consistent leads and avoid burnout.The ad placements and creative types that are performing best right now (and which ones to skip).How to prep for Q4 campaigns the right way, from lead generation to nurturing cold audiences.Budget expectations and benchmarks for seeing meaningful results without overspending. CONNECT WITH MELISSA:Website: www.litchfieldmedia.orgInstagram: @litchfiemediaProven Pixel Permit: https://litchfieldmedia.org/proven-pixel-permit?utm_source=industry-referral&utm_medium=organic&utm_term=crush-the-rush-podcast&utm_content=holly-haynes&utm_campaign=proven-pixel-permit 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:🌟 Explore Intensives → www.hollymariehaynes.com/intensive 🎧 Anti-Social School™ → www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 💬 Loved this episode? Comment below with your biggest takeaway, share it with a business friend, and don’t forget to screenshot and tag me so I can cheer you on!

In this week's pep talk, I am sharing what’s really working right now—and why more information isn’t the answer your clients are looking for. Instead of DIY overwhelm, buyers in 2025 are craving speed, clarity, and human support. In today's episode, I share:The truth about course completion rates (and what they mean for your offers)Why the “fast track” model—expertise + systems + accountability—is converting higher than everReal examples of how service providers, podcasters, and coaches can adapt their offers to deliver quick winsBehind-the-scenes of how we rebuilt Anti-Social School™ with AI bots, accountability, and a promise of faster results 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:🌟 Explore Intensives → www.hollymariehaynes.com/intensive 🎧 Anti-Social School™ → www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 💬 Loved this episode? Comment below with your biggest takeaway, share it with a business friend, and don’t forget to subscribe for part 2 of this series!

Ever looked at your website or copy and thought, this kind of sounds like me… but not quite? In this episode, I sit down with Laura Kendrick, copy co-conspirator and conversation strategist at Cheeky Copy, to talk all things clarity, copy, and websites that actually convert. Laura shares why clarity is the foundation of messaging that sells, how to think differently about your website so it works harder than you do, and why you can’t just copy and paste someone else’s process and expect results. If you’ve been wanting your marketing to finally feel like you and drive results without the overwhelm, this one’s for you. Today you’ll hear:Why clarity in your messaging, brand voice, and voice of customer research are non-negotiable if you want copy that connects and converts.Simple, practical strategies to make your website work behind the scenes—guiding people on a journey that leads to action.What to prioritize first when updating your website or launch copy (hint: it’s not always the homepage!).The power of asking the right questions at the right time, like “Why did you buy?” to uncover messaging gold.How Laura approaches boundaries, rhythms, and resilience in business to create both great copy and a life-first business. CONNECT WITH LAURA:Website: www.cheekycopy.coInstagram: @cheekycopyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-m-kendrick/The Clarity Compass: https://www.cheekycopy.co/clarity-compass 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:✨Create Your Dream Income Strategy: Free Workshop → www.hollymariehaynes.com/profit 🌟 Join our new Anti-Social School™ (completely revamped and redone for 2025) and build your audience with less stress now → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 🌎 Website → hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Follow Along on Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 💬 Loved this episode?Share it with a business friend who might need it too—and don’t forget to screenshot and tag me so I can cheer you on!