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Welcome back, product bosses! Today, we’re re-airing one of our most listened to coaching sessions with Ines of Barkin’, a stylish and practical pet accessories brand. Ines has seen amazing growth through wholesale but is now looking to expand her direct-to-consumer sales. She’s feeling overwhelmed and is not quite sure of what her next step is.Together, we break down how to simplify your business strategy and focus on your best-sellers, the power of small tweaks that lead to BIG results, why chasing every opportunity can actually slow your growth and strategies to improve your website conversions and increase direct-to-consumer sales.Tune in to uncover the next best steps for her business and how YOU can apply the same strategies to your product biz to maximize your growth without burnout!Resources:Support Ines’s business and shop Barkin’ products here.Follow Barkin’ on Instagram: @shopbarkin.Interested in scaling your product-based business? Join my masterclass where I share my six-step playbook to turn you

Welcome back, product bosses! In this episode, I’m sitting down with Keren Eldad, my friend and the author of Gilded, to explore her journey to becoming a coach for high achievers. We dive into the concept of the “gilded cage”—that polished, outward success that often hides internal struggles. Keren shares her own experiences of feeling trapped by external achievements and reveals why emotional awareness, letting go, and self-discovery are key to finding true fulfillment.As we chat, we explore how emotional awareness and mindset play a huge role in personal growth, especially for those of us who feel restless despite hitting big milestones. Keren and I discuss the importance of letting go of perfectionism and learning to embrace the process, both in life and business. She reminds us that fulfillment isn’t about accomplishments but about how we feel in our day-to-day lives. And we talk about why building real connections is essential, especially when the entrepreneurial journey feels isolating.This conversatio

Welcome back, product bosses! In this episode, I’m chatting with Catalina, the owner of Catalina Straps and Bags, who works with indigenous communities in Colombia to create handmade, sustainable straps and bags. Catalina is ready to simplify her product offerings and figure out her next sales channel. Catalina’s water bottle straps are her clear best seller, but she’s struggling to make sales online. We explore how product display and packaging can help her products sell themselves, no matter the sales channel. With her bottle straps trending and performing well, we uncover how focusing on one product can help her stand out in the market. We also discuss how she can build her brand identity by leaning into her differentiator.Tune in for actionable insights that will help you refine your product offerings, boost profitability, and grow your brand!Resources:Learn more about Catalina Straps and Bags hereConnect with Catalina on Instagram hereInterested in scaling your product-based business? Join my master

Welcome to another episode, product bosses! I’m so excited to welcome my friend and special guest, Suneera Madhani, an entrepreneurial trailblazer who co-founded the billion-dollar fintech unicorn Stacks and created CEO School, a global movement empowering women entrepreneurs. Now, with her latest venture, Worth, Suneera is tackling one of the biggest challenges for small businesses: access to fair financial tools and business credit scoring.In this episode, we’re diving into how Suneera built a billion-dollar business in the male-dominated fintech space, the challenges women face in accessing venture capital and how she overcame them, why she created Worth and how it’s a game changer for small businesses and the importance of integrating family, business, and personal values for true success.Tune in for an incredible conversation that will inspire you to embrace your worth, take bold steps, and build a business that reflects your dreams and values!Resources:Learn more about Suneera hereConnect with Suneera o

Welcome back, product bosses! Today we have an exciting coaching session with Brittany from Embroidery Babe Design Co, who is looking to turn her creative side hustle into a profitable business. If you're in the same boat and want to make your hobby a sustainable business, this episode is for you!Brittany, a mom of two with a full-time job, has been juggling her embroidery business on the side. She feels stuck and is seeking ways to generate more consistent revenue and profitability. Together, we dive deep into the foundational steps of determining her business type, understanding her 'why', and conducting thorough market research.We discuss the importance of a time audit to appropriately price her products, adding labor costs, and the necessity of differentiating her brand in a crowded market. We also touch on market research techniques to elevate her brand and make it appealing to her ideal customer base.Tune in to explore how Brittany can pivot her hobby into a real, profitable business and learn actionabl

Welcome to another episode, product bosses! It’s the start of 2025 and today, I’m reflecting on the past year and sharing my insights on why you might not be making progress in your business plus how you can change that.In this episode, I’m digging into the common pitfalls entrepreneurs face, like being stuck in planning mode, dealing with perfectionism, and feeling overwhelmed by tasks that don't move the needle in your business. I’m also discussing the power of taking consistent, focused action to turn great ideas into successful ventures, the concept of intentional resets, and how utilizing three New Year's resets throughout the year can lead to continuous progress.Plus I’m so excited to introduce that inside of my membership, The Product Boss Academy, we’re going to be doing the Action Takers Reset workshop, every six weeks, to help you periodically reset and reignite your passion and focus. If you want in, don’t forget to join The Product Boss Academy here. Let's kickstart 2025 with purpose and momentum!

Happy New Year, product bosses and welcome to our very first coaching session of 2025! In this episode, I’m chatting with Lai Sha, the owner of Kumumea, an inspiring brand that offers handbags, accessories, and apparel. Just like many of you, Lai Sha is juggling and trying to blend a lot—she's a mom of three, holds a full-time job, and is working on elevating her side hustle past the six-figure mark.In this episode, we focus on tackling Lai Sha’s two major hurdles: finding more time in her day and reaching the next revenue milestone. This episode is all about strategies to buy back your time by delegating tasks and focusing on the needle-moving activities that will help scale your business. We discuss how outsourcing tasks like inventory can free up your time to concentrate on strategy and growth, the importance of developing a marketing strategy to drive traffic to your e-commerce site, and emphasizing the need to know your numbers and leverage data to make informed decisions going forward.Tune in as we dive

Welcome to another episode, product bosses! As we stand on the edge of 2025, join me in this special New Year's episode focused on how to make this your most successful year yet. From reflecting on your wins and challenges of 2024 to creating a clear vision for 2025, I’m walking you through a workshop-style approach to turn your big dreams into actionable steps. In this episode, we’re going to reflect on and audit how 2024 went for you, and envision where you want your business and personal life to be by the end of 2025. I’m also sharing the three key areas you should focus on: simplicity, investing in your growth, and the power of community, if you really want to transform yourself and your business this coming year. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, this episode is packed with insights and strategies to make 2025 your year of abundance and growth. So grab a pen, a piece of paper, and tune in to make 2025 the year we dream bigger and achieve together!Resources:If you want to

Welcome back, product bosses! Today, I’m talking with Alyse, the creative mind behind Toci Mom, who sells stylish, breathable, and versatile nursing covers that blend in with your wardrobe. Alyse has seen significant success selling her product on Amazon and Etsy but is unsure where to focus or how to optimize her marketing efforts to continue growing her business. Alyse believes driving traffic to her own website might be the key, when in reality she actually needs to leverage the platforms she’s already seeing results on!In this episode, we discuss the importance of driving your own organic traffic to Amazon if you’re selling there, why you need to gather leads from social media and convert them into email subscribers, and how to overhaul your Instagram content to find what actually works. Remember, you do not need a huge following on social media to be successful!Tune in to get inspired by Alyse’s journey and learn actionable tips you can use in your own product business to effectively optimize your market

Welcome back, Product Bosses! In this special holiday episode, we’re doing something a little different but incredibly impactful – a visualization exercise!Join me as I guide you through a powerful journey, that I teach in my Inner Circle Mastermind and Designed to Scale Lab, to help you visualize and manifest your business dreams. This episode is designed to help you align your mind and body to the feeling of reaching your goals, taking you from just dreaming to truly believing in your potential.Remember, find a safe, quiet space where you can fully engage with this exercise. You don't want to do this while driving! Plus I also share personal anecdotes about how powerful visualization has been in my own life, including how I manifested my dream house.Tune in to learn how these strategies can help you anchor your goals and bring clarity to your business vision as you get ready to head into 2025.Resources:If you’re making $100k to $300k in annual revenue in your product-based business, consider joining my 3 mo

Welcome back, product bosses! In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Asli, the innovative mind behind Boutique Butterlu and My Four Little Chicks, where she crafts unique personalized picture frames. Asli has experienced significant success on Etsy, but she's recently faced a decline in sales. Together, we tackle her pressing question: “How do I attract and serve my ideal customer to get more traffic and sales?”In this episode, we dig into strategies for identifying and connecting with your ideal customers, the importance of using customer data to drive emotional connections, why you need to build a brand, not just sell your products, and how to niche down to specific product categories to improve positioning, especially on Etsy. Tune in to discover the steps Asli can take to shift her focus to attract more traffic and increase sales while building a stronger, more recognizable brand, and walk away with actionable insights you can implement in your product business to do the same!Resources:Learn more abou

Welcome to another episode, product bosses! Today, I’m diving deep into how you can successfully scale your product business to six figures and beyond, while reclaiming your time. True or False: If you want to reach the six figure, multi-six figure or seven figure revenue mark in your business, you need to be doing more. The answer is false!! To reach that level, you actually need to refine what’s already working for you and then get better at doing those things instead of always coming up with new things or products to sell! In this episode, I’m sharing strategies to help you successfully scale your business and reach that next revenue level. You’ll learn the surprising method I’ve seen successful entrepreneurs use to scale faster without doing more work, shifting your mindset so that you don’t stop yourself from growing a highly profitable business, and the strategy that million-dollar businesses use to grow their profits without sacrificing more of their time.Tune in to learn actionable strategie

Welcome to another episode, Product Bosses! In today’s coaching session, I’m talking with Donna, the brilliant mind behind and owner of Static Blok, a product that eliminates static electricity. While Donna is already making multiple six figures, she’s ready to take her business to the next level, but isn’t sure what she needs to do to get there.In this episode, you’ll hear how shifting your focus from production and fulfillment to strategy and systematization can unlock incredible growth and allow you to step into being the boss of your business. Plus you’ll learn why you need to audit your time right now and how that can actually help you free up your time so you can focus on the more important tasks in your business! Regardless of the current revenue level in your product business, tune in now to hear actionable strategies you can take and implement right now to reach that next level!Don’t forget to grab your free Do, Delegate, Delete checklist by clicking here and happy auditing!Resources:Learn more about

Welcome back, product bosses! In today’s heartfelt and insightful episode, I’m sitting down with one of my dear friends and an overall incredible human being, Cathy Heller, who is a renowned teacher, podcaster, and author. Cathy and I chat about her newest book, “Abundant Ever After”, and Cathy’s journey from a stressful and unhappy childhood to discovering true abundance and inner peace. If you’re looking to understand how mindfulness and spiritual practices can lead to a more connected and abundant life, both personally and in your business, this episode is for you!In this episode, Cathy shares her personal story of her challenging childhood which led her to some truly incredible experiences, including her transformative encounter with a rabbi who connected Jewish mysticism with mindfulness. We also dig into the law of reception, overcoming internal barriers, and the importance of integrating all aspects of oneself. Plus we discuss practical daily mindfulness practices that you can incorporate into you

Welcome back, product bosses! In today’s coaching session, I'm chatting with Natalie, the inspiring owner of Cookie Nookie, a family-run business offering homemade treats like cookies, Chex Mix, and Rice Krispie treats. While Natalie has successfully grown her followers and engagement, converting these into paying customers and sales has been a challenge. Sound familiar?Natalie and her husband have seen significant growth in their online presence, but they're unsure why this isn't translating to sales. We explore why focusing on what sets your brand apart is crucial and how pivoting your social media strategy can attract the right customers. Learn why leaning into a "sexy yet fun" brand theme could position Cookie Nookie uniquely in the marketplace and resonate more with potential buyers.Additionally, discover practical tips on how you can increase your average order value (your AOV) at in-person events which is the current main revenue channel for Cookie Nookie. By optimizing her booth with strategic pricing

Welcome to another episode, product bosses! Today, I’m digging into how you can successfully thrive as a product boss without burning out. If you’ve been struggling with balancing all the things, then you’re in the right place!In this episode, I’m sharing why I call BS on the myth of work-life balance and the game-changing concept I use instead which is called, The Blended Life. Plus I’m giving you actionable tips and strategies on how to integrate your business, passions, family, and self-care into a seamless life blend. Tune in as I dive deeper into the importance of setting clear values to embracing flexibility, creating boundaries, prioritizing self-care and why you need to give yourself grace, while trying to blend everything together. Resources:What if you could get all of the tools, resources, and support you need to grow your product-based business, all in one place? That’s exactly what you’ll get inside of my brand new membership, The Product Boss Academy! This is the complete ecosystem des

Welcome back, Product Bosses! In this coaching session, I’m working with Kate, who owns two businesses—Katy Rayne Photography and Kate & Amber jewelry. She’s struggling to find clarity on what products to sell and how to align her business with her passions. If you've ever felt stuck in your product business or found yourself questioning your niche, today's episode is for you!Kate has been leaning into her photography business due to better sales, but she’s tired of trading time for money. Meanwhile, her jewelry business, Kate & Amber, hasn't felt aligned with her vision lately. Listen in as we dive into finding her “why” and using the Profitable Product Boss Method's seven steps to figure out the right product niche for her.We'll discuss, in depth, the first three steps of how to ideate, make, and brand a sellable product that resonates with your market. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, this episode is packed with insights on aligning your product with your passion and market nee

Welcome to another episode, Product Bosses! Today I’m diving into last-minute Black Friday strategies perfect for product-based business owners, like yourself! If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unprepared, don't worry because I’ve got you covered with actionable tips that are easy to implement!In this episode, I’m sharing quick tips such as how to create a great offer, leverage email marketing, utilize social media, offer fast shipping, and add personal touches to stand out, during the busiest shopping time of the year.So tune in as I dig deeper into the importance of focusing on one great promotion that’s simple for you to manage and clear for your customers, how a well-timed reminder email can boost your sales significantly, and how to use social media to leverage more sales this Black Friday. Plus grab my step-by-step guide to making sales and having successful promotions so you can be thriving and profitable this Black Friday! Click here to grab it for free!Resources:Want my step-by-step guide to making sa

Welcome back, product bosses! We have another inspiring coaching session with Sarah, the owner of Sparkyframes Stitchery, who creates and sells hand-embroidered pieces and kits. If you’re a product-based business owner who is ready to turn your creative hobby into a thriving and profitable product-based business, then this episode is for you! Right now, Sarah is seeing her products mostly sell at local markets and workshops, but has yet to really make sales or a profit in her business. Now Sarah is ready to turn her creative hobby into a profitable business, but she isn’t quite sure of how to do that. Together, we dig into why sometimes you need to reposition to be successful, the power of going deep, not wide and how diversifying your sales channels can create a simpler path to meeting your revenue goals and building the business of your dreams. Tune in as we figure out how to take Sarah’s creative hobby to thriving and profitable product-based business and learn how you can apply these steps

Welcome back to another episode, product bosses! Today I’m tackling a topic that might ruffle some feathers, but is absolutely going to be a game-changer in your product-based business. If you feel like you’re being pulled in a million directions, but nothing is actually moving forward with all of the effort you’re putting in, know that I have been there and that this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m diving into one of the biggest obstacles holding you back from getting the results you’re actually looking for, which is the “hustle mentality.” That’s right because the truth is, hustling alone is not a strategy, in fact, it’s a recipe for burnout and for hitting a wall. So if you’re stuck in hustling mode, know you aren’t alone and it’s not your fault, and also that there is a way out!Tune in as I share with you more about the “hustle mentality” and the three key secrets you need to know to be able to make the shift from hustle to flow so that you can work smarter not harder. Plus I share more info