Unbreakable Business

With the recent US election, we need to have a better understanding of what that means for small business owners everywhere. America's government teacher and New York Times bestselling author Sharon McMahon returns to the podcast to share how this election impacts business owners and how we can stay informed to make the best decisions for our business.Sharon empowers us to remember that our success is not based on who is in the White House. Listen in as she teaches us about the impact that small business owners can have on their communities and the importance of building coalitions to create change.The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedSharon’s previous appearance on the podcastConnect with the guestWebsite: sharonmcmahon.comSharon’s book: sharonmcmahon.com/#purchaseInstagram: instagram.com/sharonsaysso Connect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comIG: instagram.com/honeybookIG: instagram.com/akuakonadu_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s one thing to listen to great business advice, but do you actually implement it into your business? We’re celebrating an incredible milestone on the podcast today: 100,000 downloads! Our guests are powerhouses who have broken glass ceilings and made waves in their industries. To celebrate this milestone, I’m sharing the strategies that I’ve implemented into my own business based on advice from our amazing guests.I hope you get as much out of these conversations as I did. We want to continue to grow this podcast and inspire more business owners, so please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. The first 25 people to leave a review will win HoneyBook merch. To qualify, take a screenshot of your review, share it on Instagram, and tag @HoneyBook and @AkuaKonadu. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedEpisode 52 with Jasmine StarEpisode 43 with Natasha PierreEpisode 76 with Audrey Joy KwanEpisode 80 with Matt GarlandMike MichalowiczEpisode 54 with Mike MichalowiczEpisode 83 with Candice Coppola and Dr. Michael Tatonetti2025 Growth GuideEpisode 53 with Amber McCueEpisode 71 with Kayla HollatzConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comIG: instagram.com/honeybookIG: instagram.com/akuakonadu_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to CollabCast, an innovative bonus series where we're diving into the world of podcast crossovers. In today's bonus episode, we're highlighting Called to Both with Joy Michelle. If you are wanting to be more intentional with your business growth and want to create more space to enjoy your life then you are going to be a big fan of this episode with Joy. She’s sharing intentional growth practices for a sustainable business, including the power of intentional systems with HoneyBookIf you love this episode be sure to check out Called to Both with Joy Michelle and hit the follow button on your favorite podcast player.The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Mentioned in this Episode:Episode 10: The Softwares, Tools, and Apps I Use to Run My BusinessEpisode 102: Ask Joy: Team Building, Delegation, & Running Multiple BrandsJasmine StarHoneyBookBook a Call with JoyConnect with Joy:Website: joymichelle.coPodcast: joymichelle.co/called-to-both-podcastInstagram: instagram.com/joyymichelleConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comIG: instagram.com/honeybookIG: instagram.com/akuakonadu_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’re feeling burnt out on Instagram and want to find a new way to market your business that offers longevity and sustainability, this episode is for you. Sarah Erickson of Sarah Ann Design took her time back and created sustainable business growth when she went all in with Pinterest. She joins us on today’s episode to share why she believes Pinterest is ideal for list-building and why she’s happy she stopped using Instagram in her business. Listen in as she shares how to create high-quality content for Pinterest, repurpose it, and reap the benefits for years to come. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedBusiness Insider statisticsWaitlist for Sarah’s Pinterest courseConnect with the guestWebsite: https://sarahanndesign.co/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/sarahanndesign/ Connect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comIG: instagram.com/honeybookIG: instagram.com/akuakonadu_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you need an episode that is good for the soul, this is it. Hannah Brencher breathes new life into our day-to-day experiences in her book, The Unplugged Hours. She joins us in today’s episode to share the inspiration behind her challenge of unplugging from her phone and how that inspired her book. Listen in as she shares some of the biggest lessons she has learned from living an unplugged life, and rediscovering the beauty of what it truly means to be present. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Connect with the guestWebsite: hannahbrenchercreative.comThe Unplugged Hours: hannahbrenchercreative.com/theunpluggedhoursInstagram: instagram.com/hannahbrencherConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comIG: instagram.com/honeybookIG: instagram.com/akuakonadu_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is no wrong way to success—this episode proves it. Our team at HoneyBook recently released the 2025 Growth Guide, which shares key insights into what the top marketing and creative consultants are doing to hit six figures and beyond in their business. To break down these insights, we brought back two guests who know a thing or two about building successful businesses. Candice Coppola and Dr. Michael Tatonetti join us to share the strategies they are implementing to build their own multi six figure businesses. You are going to leave this conversation inspired with so many ideas of how you can grow in your business.Download the 2025 Growth Guide >>The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedHoneybook’s 2025 Growth GuideCandice’s previous episode about affiliate marketingDr. Michael’s previous episode about audacityHoneybookConnect with the guestsCandice’s website: https://candicecoppola.com/The Power in Purpose podcast: https://podcast.candicecoppola.com/Dr. Michael’s website: https://www.pricingforassociations.com/ Dr. Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtatonetti/ Connect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comIG: instagram.com/honeybookIG: instagram.com/akuakonadu_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know that around 48% of independent business owners have experienced burnout in the past month? In today's episode, we are breaking down mental health, performance management, and how we can prevent burnout in our businesses. Joining me is Kruti Kanojia, the co-founder and CEO of Healthy Gamer, which provides mental health support for the internet generation through coaching, content, and community. Kruti shares the unique way she and her husband started Healthy Gamer, what burnout really looks like in your business, and how we can create sustainable practices to support our well-being and success. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedOur episode with Les Alfred of Balanced Black GirlsConnect with the guestWebsite: healthygamer.ggLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/krutikanojiaInstagram: instagram.com/healthygamer_ggInstagram: instagram.com/healthygamerfamiliesConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comIG: instagram.com/honeybookIG: instagram.com/akuakonadu_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’re looking for a podcast episode that will make you feel fired up about your business, this is the one. Dr. Michael Tatonetti joins the show for an impactful conversation about his business journey, the importance of prioritizing yourself, and how to have the audacity to go after what you want.Dr. Tatonetti is the founder and CEO of Pricing for Associations. This conversation is a powerful reminder that if you want to build a successful business, you need to have not only the confidence but the belief that you can.The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.ResourcesEp 75 with Shay Brown and Cassie TorrecillasPareto PrincipleEp 44 with Shay CochraneLoomHoneybookClickUpEp 77 with Paige GriffithAmerican Bar AssociationAmerican Institute of CPAs American Nurses AssociationEp 63 with Hayley PaigeConnect with the guestWebsite: pricingforassociations.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drtatonettiConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comIG: instagram.com/honeybookIG: instagram.com/akuakonadu_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do your business finances feel chaotic, to the point that the idea of organizing your finances stresses you out? Matt Gartland of Smart Passive Income joins us to share how to reset your finances and find joy in the numbers with simple organization practices like forecasting your cashflow. Listen in as he highlights why he believes slow business growth is the key to long-term sustainability and how you can also make intentional decisions between profitability and growth. Now, if you love this conversation, then you don’t want to miss out on Matt’s upcoming webinar with Mac Hughes, Product Evangelist at HoneyBook! In this live class, he’s sharing how to financially prepare for the unexpected in your business. Register for this live class, happening on October 22nd at 12 PM EST.The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedWebinar: Financially prepare for the unexpected with Matt Gartland50% of businesses fail in five yearsMike MichalowiczConnect with the guestWebsite: smartpassiveincome.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mattgartlandX: twitter.com/mattgartlandConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comInstagram: instagram.com/honeybookInstagram: instagram.com/akuakonadu_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s episode is a powerful truth bomb that all business owners need to hear: success is never linear. My guest, Melissa Mitchell, is a testament to that fact, and I think you’re going to love her story.Melissa owns a YouTube video marketing agency and coaching business and shares her unique journey of stepping back into a corporate role after entrepreneurship, then finding success on Youtube that allowed her to become a full-time business owner again. Listen in as she highlights some of the key YouTube strategies she believes business owners should implement to find growth on Youtube and success for your business!Resources mentionedMelissa’s editing tutorialsConnect with the guestWebsite: wandermintcreative.comInstagram: instagram.com/wandermintcreativeYouTube: youtube.com/@WandermintCreativeConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comInstagram: instagram.com/honeybookInstagram: instagram.com/akuakonadu_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.