All You Need to Know to Start or Grow Your Small Business! Through a combination of interviews and topics presented by your host, Connie Whitesell, you will learn how to: Determine the ideal small business for you and create a comprehensive business plan providing the roadmap for your business success. You will learn how to grow your existing small business through strategic planning, utilizing short-term and long-term marketing strategies tailored specifically to you and your industry, and…
Most solo professionals are excellent at their work. Building a consistent pipeline is a different discipline entirely, and one that rarely gets the structured attention it deserves. The pattern is familiar. When client work is plentiful, business development stops. When projects wrap up, the scramble begins. This is the Rollercoaster Effect, and it is one of the most common sources of stress and…
Most solo professionals build their business from the front end. They focus on clients, services, and revenue. The Operations pillar – the people support, systems, and tools running in the background – gets built reactively, if at all. That works in the early stages. It stops working as the business matures. When operations are underdeveloped, the owner becomes the system. Every gap gets filled by…
Most solopreneurs do not sit down and design a comprehensive services model from scratch. They build their businesses over time by responding to client needs, opportunities, and growth. That approach works. Until it doesn't work as well as it used to. As businesses mature, services, clients served and ways of working can become misaligned with the level of income, sustainability, and ease the…
Thursday, January 15 at 12 PM ET \n Your business may be working, but the way you\u2019re running it feels crowded, demanding, or more overwhelming than it should. If you\u2019d like to understand what\u2019s creating that pressure and how to move into 2026 with more steadiness, this session is for you. ","phone":" January 15 at 12 PM ET \n Your business may be working, but the way you\u2019re…
In this episode, we're joined by Donna Kozik, USA Today & Wall Street Journal bestselling author and creator of the "Write a Book in a Weekend" program. Donna also offers publishing services through her Done for You Publishing program, helping aspiring authors bring their books to life with ease. During our conversation, Donna shares why every small business owner should consider writing a book,…
In this episode, we're joined by Jaya Rose, a renowned Speaker and Video Marketing Coach. Jaya's mission is to help individuals make a big impact with their work through the power of video marketing and authentic storytelling. Together, we explored various topics, including how to attract raving fans and paying clients using the power of authenticity on video, honoring your needs as a profitable…
In this episode, we were joined by the incredible Daniela Wolfe, an expert in helping stressed and burnt-out professionals. Together, we uncovered the ways you might be setting yourself up for burnout and explored practical strategies to create more work/life balance. Daniela shared her invaluable insights on prioritizing self-care, managing stress, and transforming your daily routine for a…
In this episode, we're joined by Michael Roach, the founder of Michael Roach Creative and a seasoned expert in marketing and communications. During our discussion, Michael shares his insights on the transformative power of marketing automation for small businesses. Whether you're a solo entrepreneur or managing a small team, this episode is packed with actionable tips to streamline your marketing…
In this episode, we're joined by Julie Takac, a Certified Health Coach and owner of TakAction. Julie's mission is to empower busy professionals to transform their lives from barely surviving to thriving in their health, home, and work lives. Together we discussed a variety of topics including how your health can impact your productivity, and some easy changes you can make right now to improve your…
Joining me is international speaker, author, and consultant Alex Theis. In this episode, Alex shares his personal journey from introvert to sought-after speaker, offering valuable advice on honing your speaking skills, establishing credibility, and seizing speaking opportunities. From navigating the virtual vs. in-person speaking landscape to leveraging the power of props for impactful…