Crush the Rush

In this week's pep talk, I share the real story behind how this podcast started, how it’s grown (we’ve welcomed over 2,000 new subscribers in just 90 days!), and the shifts I’m making to help you build a business that supports your real life—not just the hustle.

In today's episode, I share:

• Why this podcast was never just a podcast
• What’s changing (and what’s staying the same!)
• How I’m leaning even deeper into a life-prio...

Still think SEO is all about keyword stuffing? Think again. In this episode, I’m joined by website SEO strategist Laura Jawad (aka the website whisperer!) to break down exactly what SEO looks like in 2025—and why it’s more human-centered than ever. Laura shares what Google is actually prioritizing now, how to make your site a destination worth finding, and why putting your best content on your website (not just socials) is the smar...

In this week's episode we wrap up our 5-part series digging into the merging of strategy and soul. In today's pep talk, we're discussing scaling by leveraging networking. 

In this episode we cover:

• The power of micro-influencers
• The value of strategic collaborations
• How vulnerability + courage play a role in showing up to network

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Ready to build a business that supports your real life? In this episode, I chat with Sasia Lile, a retired trauma therapist turned resilience coach for entrepreneurial moms. With over 15 years of experience in CBT and feminist theory, Sasia shares why traditional mindset work often misses the mark — and how to actually rewire your beliefs and honor your capacity. We explore burnout, nervous system regulation, and the internal shift...

In this week's episode we are continuing with our 5-part series digging into the merging of strategy and soul. In today's pep talk, we're chatting all about how to create multiple offers inside your product suite at one time. 

In this episode we cover:

• How to  create offers that reach different people at different times 
• How to figure out what's going to sell
• How to find joy in money making

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Ready to write words that actually sell — without feeling slimy? This week, I sit down with Samantha Burmeister, founder of Nomad Copy Agency, and the conversion copy queen behind dozens of high-performing sales pages, emails, and websites. Sam shares her journey of running a thriving agency while living as a digital nomad, plus practical advice on how to write copy that sounds like you (but better) — and that speaks directly to th...

In this week's episode we are continuing with our 5-part series digging into the merging of strategy and soul. In today's pep talk, we're talking about the flow of making money.

In this episode we cover:

• Your relationship with money
• 3 things to do today to make money (without creating something new)
• Leveraging your existing customers

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Ever feel like your business is out of sync with who you really are? This week, I’m joined by meditation guide, intuitive channeler, and founder of Spiritual You, Lex Smith. With a background in marketing and a gift for blending energy work with strategy, Lex helps entrepreneurs reconnect with the soul of their business. In this episode, we explore what it truly means to build a soul-led brand—one rooted in alignment, not algorithm...

In this week's episode we are continuing the 5-part series digging into the merging of strategy and soul. In today's pep talk, we're talking about creating more than a vision board and the masculine and feminine side of strategy.

In this episode we cover:

• Picking a word and power statement for your vision board
• Visualizing what you want your future to look like
• Mapping out the action you can take right now to move c...

Feeling scattered every time you open your Google Drive? In this episode, I chat with organizing expert Tracy Hoth about how to become an organized CEO—starting with your digital files. Tracy is a 17-year veteran professional organizer and host of the Organized Coach podcast. She breaks down her simple framework for organizing your business so you can save time, reduce stress, and finally feel in control of your backend systems. If...

This Summer Solstice Series is a seasonal rewind to our most powerful soul-infused episodes. This week, I share how blending strategy with a soulful touch can truly elevate your business.

In today's episode, I share:

• The significance of episode number 444
• Importance of combining both masculine and feminine strategy aspects for alignment in your business
• My experience from burnout due to an overemphasis on traditional strategy...

What does it really look like to build a profitable product-based business in a small town—with your whole family involved? In this episode, I chat with Kim Videkovich, co-founder of County Line Meats, a fifth-generation farm-turned-direct-to-consumer brand based in Central Ohio. Kim shares how she and her husband launched their farm business during the pandemic and scaled it using local partnerships, a smart subscription model, an...

In this week's pep talk, I share how to build a rinse-and-repeat weekly system that supports both your business growth and your life (yes, you can have both).

In today's episode, I share:

• The 3-part CEO system that keeps you focused all week
•  How to prioritize like a boss (no more to-do list overwhelm)
•  Why building systems is the key to long-term success (and sanity)

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Scaling your agency without a big team? In this episode, I chat with branding expert, TEDx speaker, and author Pia Silva about how she built a highly profitable business with no employees—just her and her husband. Pia is the founder of NO BS Agency Mastery, where she teaches small-but-mighty agencies how to earn 30k+ months with streamlined systems, premium pricing, and productized services. If you're tired of the hiring hamst...

This week's pep talk is a replay of the third and final shift of our live CEO week series—bringing your dream schedule to life with simple, focused strategies. Over the past two episodes, we explored the significance of a dedicated CEO day and debunked the myth that social media is your sole business strategy. Today, we are digging into shift number 3: "more work does not equal more success."

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Think brand sponsorships are only for big-name influencers with massive followings? Think again. In this episode, I sit down with Justin Moore—founder of Creator Wizard and author of Sponsor Magnet—to bust that myth wide open. Justin shares his proven approach to landing paid sponsorships, even if you're working with a small but mighty audience. Whether you're a content creator, coach, or course owner, this episode will s...

This week's pep talk is a replay of part 2 of our very first ever live CEO Week series. In this series, we'll be breaking down actionable tips to help you design your dream schedule and bring your business vision to life without burning out. Each week, you'll learn three crucial shifts to focus your efforts, attract the right customers, and create a balanced life you love. Today, we we tackle shift number two: "...

Selling doesn’t have to feel awkward, pushy, or overwhelming—especially if you’re an introvert. In this episode, I chat with Krista Demcher, sales strategist and founder of The ACORN Method, who has helped thousands of entrepreneurs learn how to sell in a way that feels like them. Krista shares how to shift your mindset around sales, embrace conversations as connection, and use storytelling to sell with confidence—no scripts, no sl...

This week's pep talk kicks-off a replay of our very first ever live CEO Week series. In this series, we'll be breaking down actionable tips to help you design your dream schedule and bring your business vision to life without burning out. Each week, you'll learn three crucial shifts to focus your efforts, attract the right customers, and create a balanced life you love. Today, we begin with Shift #1: Finding your foc...