It's the final episode of the year and I'm doing a recap of 2025! The good, the bad, and really keeping it real as usual. This was definitely not my best year in business revenue wise, but it was a year that I still accomplished a lot, learned a lot, and came away from proud of what I was able to do. And I think that's so important, with all the wins we see online focusing a lot on money and how much you made, you still have to remember everything else that matters alongside that....
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It's the final episode of the year and I'm doing a recap of 2025! The good, the bad, and really keeping it real as usual. This was definitely not my best year in business revenue wise, but it was a year that I still accomplished a lot, learned a lot, and came away from proud of what I was able to do. And I think that's so important, with all the wins we see online focusing a lot on money and how much you made, you still have to remember everything else that matters alongside that....
I absolutely love this topic and the discussion Sailynn and I had because we all know that making a lot of money online is something that's marketed in a million ways to be "easy" and yet, somehow, we're not all millionaires... Sailynn has however generated over $17 million in sales so she knows a thing or two about it. She's also the most down to earth and realistic about what it really takes to get there. Her story speaks directly to what we both find really important in business - si...
In this raw and unapologetic conversation, Lori Young joins me to unpack what it really takes to stand out, build trust, and sell offers in today’s noisy online world. Forget the polished highlight reels and cookie-cutter strategies—2025 buyers crave authenticity and alignment. We dive into why your quirks are your superpower, how leading with your values attracts the right clients, and why sharing the messy middle of your story builds deeper trust than any polished sales page ever coul...
On today's episode, Jackie is sharing her life-changing story of having multiple strokes, the reality of her recovery and life post-stroke, as well as how that has shaped the work she does with clients now. We discuss the importance of reclaiming one's identity and belonging in the workplace, the challenges of recovery, and the need for individualized support in professional environments. Jackie also talks about the impact her experience has had on her idea of success, how that has shifted, a...
On today's episode, I have my friend Kate with me who ran a successful online knitting magazine for many years and is now a business coach. We talk about how we've navigated balancing life and work, the importance of authenticity online, and how showing up imperfectly is what creates real connection. Our conversation also touches on redefining success and making a genuine impact in the world. About Kate: Kate Gilbert is an action-oriented business coach. Clients affectiona...
I can't believe it's already been 100 episodes!! Well, I can, but also it seems like so many and I do remember when I was only considering starting this podcast! Today, I'm sharing what I've learned in that time, what I've loved, and what I would've done a bit differently. There's also a little story time about the only episode I've ever taken down... and why it matters to make sure you're always aligned with your guests. Even if you don't have a podcast - I connect a lot of...
On today's episode, Sharon and I get into a topic that definitely needs more air time - creating community and collaboration OVER competition. And we mean this in the realest way. Not the - sure, let's collab just so I can benefit... Actually working together and lifting each other up so we can ALL get farther ahead. This is something we are both incredibly passionate about and find so important, not only to women right now, but also to show the next generations, in terms of...
This time of the year often comes with a fair amount of pressure for business owners... Black Friday, it's coming up on the end of the year (have you reached all your goals?!), and then the new year... So I'm not going to add MORE pressure . I am going to give you some really simple things you can do to recognize what you HAVE achieved this year, keep you focused on YOUR goals, continue building momentum into 2026, and reframe the whole 'end of the year what did I or didn't I achieve' c...
You've definitely heard all about this elusive 'balance' that we apparently need to find between ALL THE THINGS we need to do as business owners and then taking care of everyone in our lives (whoever that includes for you!), AND then somewhere in there maybe ourselves... right?! Amy and I are talking ALL about our thoughts on this today, and I love her even changing the word 'balance' to harmony. Because that itself is a shift. Is there truly balance? In the REAL sense? Shor...
Today's episode is the pep talk/chat we all need sometimes about something that very commonly comes up in a lot of my talks with clients and friends - comparison. Opening up social media and being bombarded with a bunch of people who are also doing the 'same thing' as you (in the same industry) or just also run online businesses and the immediate thoughts of - sh*t. Look at what I'm missing. I'm not doing 'x'. Why am I not getting clients like her? Why does she make it look SO easy...&n...
On today's episode I have with me Jo and we are diving into all things branding! This is such a great conversation because too often branding is thought of as just 'how you look online' aka your logo, colours, making sure those things match and are cohesive across your platforms. But it's truly so much more. The right personal branding allows you to stand out from the crowd, resonate with your ideal clients, while being authentic and true to you. This is so important right n...
This is literally one of the reasons I created The Safer List. Because people are skeptical and want to know who they're buying from. Not only have they been burned by shitty coaches or programs, values and knowing where you stand with what's happening in the world is HUGE. It's not just about distrust in the coaching industry. It's much more multifaceted than that. In today's episode, I'm going over a few things that are impacting business and trust, as well as ...
On today's episode, I have Lilian joining me to chat about the power of storytelling in business! I know, we've all heard how important it is to tell your story, and I think you'll enjoy the perspective that Lilian brings as someone who has years of experience in PR. She shares her insights on how you can stand out from the crowd and leverage your unique story (emphasis on unique!) to build trust and credibility with your audience and clients. We also dive into being truly authentic onl...
After an amazing summer break I'm back and I've got such a good episode for you today! I knew I was taking this time off, but when I actually slowed down - I didn't realize how tired and burnt out I really was. Not really from business, from a number of things, but it still goes to show just how important it truly is that we do take time for ourselves. As business owners, this can be SO hard. We start our businesses thinking about all the time freedom and flexibility... and that k...
It's not 'business as usual'. Things are f*cked. I'm really honest and I don't sugar coat it. BUT - your business isn't on hold. And your goals shouldn't be either. There isn't a better time or 'let's wait this out' until things settle... And also - it is hard to hold both. I'm sharing today what has really helped me because I've found it really hard to not be distracted. To figure out how to still run my business while also trying to process my feelings around the hor...
Last week I talked about the platforms part of systems to scale, today I want to get into more of the workflows to save you time, as well as leads and sales systems that are going to help you more directly make the money in your business. I'm giving lots of tangible examples and ways you can think about creating workflows and systems in your business to help support you and run your business efficiently as you scale! I'd love to hear what you found most helpful after you give the ...
No one loves this one. But it's literally one of the BIG things that make scaling your business more effective, gives you more time (even right now), and allows you to have a business that's sustainable long term. We don't love hearing these things because it's not 'fancy', it's not an overnight solution to making a ton of money, and sometimes it makes you second guess why the F you started a business... Because often the things that work are also the ones that are a bit of a mindf*ck, at l...
This is a two part Spilling the Coffee episode all about 'Systems to Scale'. Often, people think about systems and immediately think it means platforms but that is only part of the equation. I like to think of it as the internal support for you and your business, kind of like the infrastructure. The things that make your business run more smoothly, and allow you to get everything done more effectively and efficiently. Today, I'm starting with the platform side of things because al...
My friend Michelle Vande Hey joins me today to share how she became a life coach and trauma sensitive yoga facilitator, and most importantly, someone who is deeply passionate about creating a safe space for others, especially given her story. Michelle was a guest speaker and shared her story on the 'WHEN stories' series (also linked below!!) which is all about - 'when everything changed'. For her, this was first at 15. Finding out she is an intersex person. THIS conversation is especial...
Do I believe 'money mindset' is a real thing or is it all BS?? I'm breaking it down in the episode today! Like many things in the online space, the conversation around 'money mindset' can be very shame-y and blame-y for all the wrong reasons... One of the BIGGEST being - we can't boil down success in business to be dependent on ONE thing. AKA - clear your money blocks and suddenly ''all is well', success shall now find you... (right?) And if doesn't - your mindset is NOT right, st...
I'm starting with a question today - Are you chasing what you think you 'should' be doing in business, what a business (apparently) 'should' look like, what you maybe feel pressured to do... Or building and working towards what YOU really want - regardless of what that looks like. You have the power to choose whatever you want your business to look like and to build and scale to whatever your desired bigger vision is - business and life. I'm always going to say, I don't give...
It's the final episode of the year and I'm doing a recap of 2025! The good, the bad, and really keeping it real as usual. This was definitely not my best year in business revenue wise, but it was a year that I still accomplished a lot, learned a lot, and came away from proud of what I was able to do. And I think that's so important, with all the wins we see online focusing a lot on money and how much you made, you still have to remember everything else that matters alongside that....
