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Welcome back, product bosses! We have another exciting coaching session with Julie, the founder of Whatsoever Things, who sells unique custom gifts for every occasion. If your business is your side hustle or your hobby, but you want it to be your full time job, then you’re in the right place! Julie has been in business for a while, but she has continued to treat her business like a hobby and is now ready to transition into being a full blown business and stepping into her role as full time CEO to make this her main source of income. Together, we dive deep into why you need to narrow down your product offerings and how you can do that, why selling to everyone means you’re selling to no one, and the most crucial question you need to ask yourself to be able to step into being the boss of your business.Tune in as we figure out Julie’s next BEST step to quickly take her business from hobby to money-making and walk away with actionable tips you can implement in your business to do the same!Resources:Learn

Welcome back, product bosses! Have you started planning for your holiday season yet? If not, don’t worry! Today’s episode has you covered and is a special one because I am re-airing another Blended Life episode that I did live on Instagram. I received such a positive response from product bosses in my community that I knew I had to share it with you as a podcast episode.Today, I’m discussing the biggest struggles and challenges that product based business owners, like yourself, are facing, including struggling to make sales, feeling overwhelmed, and not knowing where to start when it comes to planning for the holidays. You’ll learn my tips for how you can get ready for the busiest time of year, efficiently plan your marketing strategies, and how you can make sales without having to rely on social media or paid ads. This episode is your first step to doing something different this year so you can make good money during the holidays!Resources:Get my FREE Ultimate Checklist for turning your product-based bu

Welcome back, product bosses! We have another incredible coaching session with Lisa, the founder of Hobbs Sticker Co., who sells planners and stickers for people who enjoy paper planning. If your business feels more like a hobby or maybe the sales aren’t flowing like they should, then you’re in the right place! Lisa has been in business for almost a year and while she is working on creating a legacy for her daughter, her sales are not where she wants them to be plus she is not making the money she needs for retirement. Together, we dive deep into why you need to make your website a seamless experience for your customer, practical ways to use SEO, and how you can use email marketing to make more sales!Tune in as we determine Lisa’s next BEST step to reach her dream revenue by the end of the year and walk away with actionable tips you can implement in your business to do the same!Resources:Learn more about Lisa's business at Hobbs Sticker Co.Follow Hobbs Sticker Co.’s journey on InstagramIt’s backkkk!

Welcome back, product bosses! Today’s episode is unique because I am re-airing a Blended Life episode that I did live on Instagram. I received such an overwhelming response of product bosses who needed to hear this that I wanted to share it as a podcast episode.That’s why in today’s episode, I’m diving deep into false truths that I hear other coaches teach product bosses, plus I share my own tips for how you’re going to be able to make the most of the holiday season as a product-based business owner.You’ll learn why you shouldn’t sell to everyone if you want to make more sales (it’s actually hurting your business, not helping it!), how you can make sales even if your sales have been really slow this year, and why you need to start showing up where your customers are. This episode is your first step to making more sales so that this holiday season turns out even better than you imagined! Resources:It’s backkkk!! Our biggest challenge, Rock Your Holiday Promotions, is kicking off Monday, September 9th and

Welcome back, product bosses! We have another amazing coaching session with Anna, the founder of Fit Stitch Gear, who sells weightlifting wristbands and embroidered patches. If you’re on the brink of burnout from having to do everything on your own while trying to blend and prioritize your personal life, then you’re in the right place! Anna is a mom, fitness lover who participates in power-lifting meets, and a one woman show when it comes to running her business, and while she’s experiencing a growth spurt in her business, she’s also on the brink of burnout from having to wear all the hats. Together, we dive deep into why you need to nail your niche and audience if you want to avoid burnout, the importance of consistent brand messaging and knowing the offer your customers want, and why your first or next hire might not be who you think it should be!Tune in as we figure out Anna’s next BEST step to avoid burnout and walk away with actionable takeaways you can implement in your business to do the same

Welcome back, product bosses! Today’s episode is a little different as I am diving into my own personal transformations and mindset shifts that have allowed me to achieve my dream life. If you’re currently or have ever struggled with limiting beliefs or felt stuck in your business and personal life, this episode is for you! We’re digging deep into fears, personal experiences, the importance of an abundance vs scarcity mindset, and how sometimes, if you want to transform and step into what was truly meant for you, then you need to invest in yourself, your life and your business. This episode is packed with motivational insights and practical advice to help you push past your comfort zone, unlock new potentials, and live a life full of abundance and opportunity. You’ll walk away feeling transformed and empowered to start pushing your boundaries and lifting your own glass ceiling to reach new levels of success, in both your personal life and in your business. Resources:Need help creating a marketi

Welcome back, product bosses! We have another exciting coaching session with Karina, the founder of Better in Black Co, who sells spooky wear year round. If you’re struggling with burnout and feelings of overwhelm, but wanting to reach that next revenue mark, then you’re in the right place! Karina has been in business for just over a year and while she is on track to be a six figure business this year, she is now struggling with how to avoid increasing her feelings of burnout and overwhelm. Together, we dive deep into why you absolutely need a marketing plan, the importance of having a launch plan, and why it always comes back to math and knowing your numbers when you’re needing to simplify!Tune in as we figure out Karina’s next BEST step to avoid increasing her feelings of burnout and discover actionable tips for how you can reduce your feelings of overwhelm and burnout as well!Resources:Learn more about Karina's business at Better in Black Co.Follow Better in Black Co's journey on InstagramNeed he

Welcome back, product bosses! We have another amazing episode with special guest and one of my close friends, Mel Abraham. For those of you who don’t know who Mel is, he is a CPA by education, an entrepreneur, money mentor, and a #1 bestselling author! Today, we’re chatting about Mel’s newest book, “Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder for You Than You Did for It!”. Together, we dive into the five levels of income and the importance of each, plus Mel busts one of the most common myths surrounding “passive income”! We also discuss limiting mindset beliefs around money and how to shift them, why you shouldn’t compare your financial journey to others, and how to create a plan around money so that every dollar is assigned a job.No matter where you are on your financial journey, in either your business or your personal life, you’ll definitely want to tune in for actionable tips about how you can generate income that’s no longer tied to your work and efforts but that allows you to

Welcome back, product bosses! We have another inspiring coaching session with Jen, the founder of Scenery Bags, who upcycles Broadway sets into unique bags and accessories. If you’re feeling stuck or like you don’t know where to start to reach that next level in your business, then you’re in the right place! Jen is celebrating the seventh anniversary of Scenery Bags and while she has had some incredible success so far, she is now facing the challenge of how to scale her business, best practices for managing inventory and venturing into wholesale. Together, we dive deep into pushing your boundaries and taking risks in your business, the importance of having solid systems in place (shoutout SOPs!), and creative strategies to elevate her brand and position her product in a way that attracts both theater and non-theater goers!Tune in as we figure out Jen’s next BEST step to reach her next level and discover actionable tips for scaling your own product-based business while staying true to your products a

Welcome back, product bosses! We have such a powerful episode for you and I am SO excited because today’s episode features my business mentor and friend, Natalie Ellis of Bossbabe! Lately, I’ve been so inspired by how well Natalie manages and blends her 8-figure business with motherhood that we had to talk about it to show you that it IS possible, even when it feels like it isn’t!Together, Natalie and I dive into our journeys, both business and personal, and discuss the challenges and dynamics of being a CEO and mother. We also dig deeper into feminine and masculine energies and how when you allow yourself to embrace your feminine energy and integrate it with your masculine energy, you’ll start to experience a more balanced life and greater business success.Plus we talk further about how we are both the primary breadwinners in our families, how we navigate that role, and the value of community and transparent conversations to not only be the best bosses, but also the best mothers we can be to our children! No

Listen up, product bosses! I’m back with another exciting coaching session for you today with Bethanne of the Mighty XO, who makes and sells topical magnesium products for women to help them sleep better, stress less and feel like the best version of themselves! If you’ve been struggling with figuring out how to stop thinking like someone who is in the corporate world and instead shift your mindset to being the boss of your business, then you’re in the right place!Bethanne has been doing her business full time for the past four years and is realizing that she wants to grow her business, but she’s scared because she has limited time and she feels like she’s always too reactive which is starting to cause issues as the volume of her orders go up. She wants to keep scaling her business, but she’s not sure how to break through being so reactive or even what her next steps are.Together, we dive deep into hiring and why you may need to, even if you feel like you can’t afford it, the importance of shifting your minds

Welcome back, product bosses! We’re so excited for today’s podcast episode because we have a very special guest and friend- Jessica Zweig, founder of Simply Be and author of "The Light Work: Reclaim Your Feminine Power, Live Your Cosmic Truth, Illuminate the World." In this episode, Jacqueline and Jessica discuss how you can name, claim, and reframe your inner darkness in order to unlock your infinite potential. Together, they dig deep into finding balance, avoiding burnout, and reclaiming your feminine power. They also talk about the importance of leaning into your feminine energy, recognizing early signs of burnout (and how to prevent full blown burnout!), and why you truly are the only one who can control your own happiness in life.  Jessica opens up about her journey through financial rock bottom, rapid business growth, and the pitfalls of hustle culture. She emphasizes the importance of honoring your body while building a business and setting boundaries to achieve balance. Jacqueline and Jessic

Welcome back, product bosses! I have another amazing coaching session for you today with Breanne of Texas Cork Company, who is business partners with her mom, and sells a variety of cork-made products and accessories! If you’ve been struggling with figuring out how to increase your sales and get more people to discover your business, that’s exactly what we’re going to be discussing!Breanne and her mom have been getting most of their sales from in-person events, but they don’t have the space to grow further with always showing up in-person which is why they are wondering how they can get more people to discover their business without adding more events to their plate!Together, we dive deep into nailing your niche and ideal customer, two of the core foundational steps, why you NEED to know your best path to profit, and why sometimes hiring is the next best step, if you need to get some of your time back!Tune in as we discuss how Breanne can make some changes in her business, if she wants to keep growing to reac

In today’s episode, I’m so excited to share a segment from my guest appearance on the Insight Out podcast, hosted by the incredible Billy Samoa Saleebey, where I share insights from my own journey with my product business, Cuffs Couture, to help you hone in on the foundational pieces you need to nail if you want to have a successful business.We discuss key strategies, such as understanding your niche, nailing your ideal customer avatar, tailoring products to meet your customers' desires, and creating irresistible offers that make your brand stand out in a crowded market. Plus I’m sharing actionable tips on perfecting your brand messaging, pricing, and product focus. You’ll also hear me dive deeper into my personal growth journey and the pivotal role mentorship has played to help get me where I am today. Don't miss out on these invaluable insights that can help you grow your business beyond your wildest dreams! Resources:Want to know what makes a successful product-based business? I’m hosting a maste

Listen up, product bosses! I’m back with another exciting coaching session for you today with Billie of Billie’s Soap, who is business partners with her dad, and together they sell high-quality, scientifically-backed, natural skincare products to help you feel confident and comfortable in your skin, no matter what your skin type is! If you’ve been struggling with figuring out how to transition your in-person sales to online, then you’re in the right place!Billie and her dad do amazing at in-person events, so amazing in fact that 90% of their sales come from in-person, but they are both getting tired from all of the traveling they have to do to make this happen which is why Billie is wondering how they can start to lean more into online to continue growing their business.Together, we dive deep into brand awareness, no matter what stage your business is at, why wholesale might be her next best sales channel and the importance of tapping into your existing customers to increase your sales (hint: this is why you

Amazon Prime Day has arrived (well almost, since it technically kicks off tomorrow!), but if you’re wondering why Amazon holds Prime Day in July or why Walmart Deals happens in July or why people talk about Christmas in July, we’re actually digging into that today because there is a strategic reason behind it!So what’s the reason?! Well there’s been a long time saying that J months are slow for product-based business owners, especially in the month of July, because not a lot of people are looking to buy or spend money during that time. So Prime Day was created to incentivize people to buy more during a month they don’t typically shop in!In this episode, we dive deeper into what you can learn from Prime Day, how you can get your products on Amazon, if you want to, and how you can take advantage of Prime Day to create offers and promotions for your products, even if you aren't selling on Amazon! You don’t want to miss this episode.Resources:Are you ready to never feel behind big box stores again by knowing the

Hey, product bosses! I’m back with another incredible coaching session for you today with Ines of Barkin’, who sells stylish and practical feeders and treat pouches for you and your pup! If you feel like you’ve been throwing spaghetti at the wall or trying to do everything, but nothing is working, then this episode is for you!Ines has been seeing steady growth through wholesale but feels like she has been spreading herself too thin trying to figure out how to continue growing and increasing her sales, especially when nothing seems to be working.Together, we dive deep into why you need to determine your specific path to profit, the importance of knowing your data and numbers, and why sometimes making small tweaks and refining what you’re currently doing is actually what’s going to make the biggest difference!Listen in as we discover Ines’s next BEST step to make the biggest impact in her business and why oftentimes it’s not about doing ALL the things, but rather becoming really focused and getting really good

If you’ve ever heard me say “usually the biggest obstacle getting in the way of your dreams or growth is actually yourself,” but you aren’t really sure what that means then listen up. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the #1 thing that has changed my life this year and chances are, it’s not what you think!As a business owner, we’re often taught that to be successful we have to hustle hard, nonstop and for years on end. And well yes, this is true to an extent, there’s an entire piece missing that’s going to be the game changer for you reaching the level of success you’ve been looking for. Today, we dig deeper into that missing piece and why if you truly want to reach your dreams, you need to be pouring into your cup to not only nourish your business, but also your body and soul.In this episode, we discuss how to merge self care, and truly understanding who you are as a person with your goals for your business to expand your experiences and truly transform into your future self. When you begin to transform and tr

Listen up, product bosses! Today’s episode is a must listen if your product business sales are down. We’re back with another coaching session, and this time we’re talking to Gina of Seasons Jewelry. Now Gina has been in my community for a long time and actually started her first product biz as a hobby! Fast forward to today, and Gina is now not only a full time product boss (goodbye corporate world!), but she also just recently acquired her second business which is where she had previously bought the jewelry for her side hustle product biz from (cool, right?). Her goal, like most product bosses, is to make more sales but she’s not quite sure where to start.In this episode, we dive into Gina’s current situation to figure out what she needs to do next, where she needs to focus, and ways she can really grow this business past the plateau that she feels she’s in. And even though Seasons Jewelry is a 39 year old business and a well established brand, this episode is a good reminder that sometimes you need to

Today, I’m so excited to be chatting with Gina Bianchini, an incredible entrepreneur who has her MBA from Stanford and is also the creator and founder of Mighty Networks! If you’re not familiar with Mighty Networks, it’s an all-in-one platform that serves small and medium businesses through offering digital memberships, online courses, community and subscriptions.In this episode, Gina and I dive into the benefits of building and creating a community that aligns with your products and mission, especially for my subscription-based product bosses, as well as the importance of community and who you’re surrounding yourself with on your product biz journey. Join us as we show you the power of community and the role it plays in owning a product-based business plus Gina even shares with you her 5 components for building a successful community and the 5 mindset changes you need to have to take your community to the next level. Resources:Check out Mighty NetworksConnect with Gina Bianchini on LinkedInWant to