The Aspiring Solopreneur
Joe Rando, Carly Ries
*Formerly known as Solopreneur: The One-Person Business Podcast*
Welcome to The Aspiring Solopreneur, the weekly podcast that dives deep into the world of solopreneurship. Join us as we bring you insightful interviews with industry experts and successful solopreneurs who have mastered the art of running their own businesses.
Are you a solopreneur looking for guidance on how to attract clients? Or maybe you're searching for ways to stay motivated and overcome the challenges of working alone. Perhaps you're even struggling with the intricacies of taxes and financial management. No matter what obstacles you face, The Aspiring Solopreneur Podcast is here to provide you with the knowledge, inspiration, and practical advice you need.
In each episode, our hosts, Joe Rando and Carly Ries, sit down with a diverse range of guests, including seasoned solopreneurs, marketing gurus, financial experts, and productivity specialists. Together, they unpack the secrets to solo success, sharing their personal stories, strategies, and actionable tips.
Learn from those who have paved the way before you, as they reveal their tried-and-true methods for growing their company of one.
Being a solopreneur is awesome but it’s not easy. It's hard to get noticed. Most business advice is for bigger companies, and you're all alone...until now. LifeStarr's Intro gives you free education, community, and tools to build a thriving one-person business. So, if you are lacking direction, having a hard time generating leads, or are having trouble keeping up with everything you have to do, or even just lonely running a company of one, be sure to check out LifeStarr Intro!
Access LifeStarr Intro: https://www.lifestarr.com/lifestarr-intro-for-solopreneurs
Welcome to The Aspiring Solopreneur, the weekly podcast that dives deep into the world of solopreneurship. Join us as we bring you insightful interviews with industry experts and successful solopreneurs who have mastered the art of running their own businesses.
Are you a solopreneur looking for guidance on how to attract clients? Or maybe you're searching for ways to stay motivated and overcome the challenges of working alone. Perhaps you're even struggling with the intricacies of taxes and financial management. No matter what obstacles you face, The Aspiring Solopreneur Podcast is here to provide you with the knowledge, inspiration, and practical advice you need.
In each episode, our hosts, Joe Rando and Carly Ries, sit down with a diverse range of guests, including seasoned solopreneurs, marketing gurus, financial experts, and productivity specialists. Together, they unpack the secrets to solo success, sharing their personal stories, strategies, and actionable tips.
Learn from those who have paved the way before you, as they reveal their tried-and-true methods for growing their company of one.
Being a solopreneur is awesome but it’s not easy. It's hard to get noticed. Most business advice is for bigger companies, and you're all alone...until now. LifeStarr's Intro gives you free education, community, and tools to build a thriving one-person business. So, if you are lacking direction, having a hard time generating leads, or are having trouble keeping up with everything you have to do, or even just lonely running a company of one, be sure to check out LifeStarr Intro!
Access LifeStarr Intro: https://www.lifestarr.com/lifestarr-intro-for-solopreneurs
Episodes
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May 19, 2022 • 25min
52. 5 Simple Steps to Help Solopreneurs Get Things Done
As a solopreneur, you're going to be wearing a lot more hats than someone who starts a company with employees. You need to be ready. You need a system that won't let you down. We've discovered one that allows anyone to function efficiently and effectively. In fact, if you set it up and follow it, nothing will fall through the cracks, you'll work faster and you will literally sleep better at night. Tune in to see what it is!
May 16, 2022 • 17min
51. How To Make Health A Priority When You're A Busy Solopreneur With Garrett Serd
With the amount of responsibility that comes with being a solopreneur, often comes neglect of mental and physical health. In reality, prioritizing those things can actually help you reach greater success in your business. Here's how to fit them into your busy schedule.
May 12, 2022 • 13min
50. How to Organize Your Content Marketing Efforts For Maximum Efficiency
In this episode, we walk through content mapping, content and promotion calendars, helpful tools to stay organized, and all that jazz. As a solopreneur, your schedule can get pretty overwhelming, and even though this planning part of your content takes a little bit of time upfront, it saves you tons of time in the long run and provides a lot of additional benefits.
May 9, 2022 • 33min
49. Sales for Solopreneurs - Overcome Your Fear of Selling and Thrive With Greg Rutan
Not everybody is a born salesperson, but selling often comes with the territory of being a solopreneur. Sales expert, Greg Rutan, gives you helpful tips to help make selling seem less daunting and more approachable so that you can take your business to greater heights.
May 5, 2022 • 19min
48. Business Models 101: Deciding Which to Choose for Your Company of One
We thought we had a clear idea of the various business models out there, but after further investigation, we found that isn't necessarily the case. In this episode, we cut through misconceptions, and clearly define categories and models to explore as you begin your journey as a solopreneur.
May 2, 2022 • 26min
47. How Solopreneurs Can Master Personal Accountability for Greater Success With Anne Bachrach
From understanding what solopreneurs do to unknowingly sabotage their careers, to the most important thing solopreneurs can do to achieve greater success, this episode with Anne Bachrach walks you through why personal accountability can make or break solopreneurs and how to start mastering it today.
Apr 28, 2022 • 16min
46. A List of Things to Keep In Mind While Planning Your Company Of One
From defining your customers and competition, to market positioning and messaging, here is a list of things to consider as you begin brainstorming your new career as a solopreneur.
Apr 25, 2022 • 40min
45. How Solopreneurs Can Overcome Limiting Beliefs For Greater Success with Sarah Boxx
As a solopreneur, you have a plethora of things that can be stressing you out at any given moment. In this episode, find out how to shift your mindset to overcome these stressors, unlock your purpose, and reignite your passions to help you achieve greater success in your personal and professional lives. You'll learn: What solopreneurs can start using to reduce stress and free up time Advice on how to overcome imposter syndrome How to shift your mindset for greater success and fewer setbacks How to unlock your purpose and reignite your passions when stuck in an entrepreneurial rut What characteristics people can have or develop that will allow them to make greater impacts in their fields of choice What the Enneagram is and why it is important for solopreneurs to know their type
Apr 21, 2022 • 21min
44. HubSpot for Solopreneurs - Is It Worth It?
When it comes to hosting websites for one-person businesses, cost is usually a factor. But so is what you get for your money. The question we are asking today is "can HubSpot compete with WordPress for solopreneurs from a cost and functionality standpoint." We'll let you decide.
Apr 18, 2022 • 44min
43. Intellectual Property 101 For Solopreneurs
Patents, trademarks, and copyrights, oh my! The legal side of a one-person business can be extremely intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. In this episode, Dr. Keegan Caldwell breaks it all down for us. Be sure to tune in!
