Sticky Brand Lab Podcast

Do I need to incorporate my side business? Which type of incorporation, S Corp, C Corp, LLC, is the right choice for me and my business? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each? These are just a few of the many questions Lori Vajda and Nola Boea had for special guest and business attorney Tanya Bower, a director with law firm Tripp Scott. From protecting your assets to establishing credibility, there’s more to know about ...

Lori Vajda and Nola Boea discuss the concept of "Saying Yes to the Mess" and share their personal experiences with starting side businesses and embracing the challenges that come with it. They also talk about the importance of taking small steps, being okay with imperfections, and providing support for each other and their listeners. The conversation includes anecdotes, reflections, interviews, and even a guided meditatio...

The Sticky Brand Lab podcast is undergoing a rebranding overhaul. Co-hosts Lori and Nola explain the reasons behind the rebrand and share hints of what's to come in future episodes. Then, find out the difference between a rebrand and a refresh, and learn five indicators that suggest it may be time to change or update a brand. Hear examples of successful rebrands from various companies. You’ll learn the importance of a cohesive...

While we've returned from a holiday pause, we're working behind the scenes to create a refreshed show, with new guests and exciting topics. In the meantime, enjoy one of our popular past episodes. Perhaps this is the year to take the plunge and create that app!

You’re not a developer, but you have an innovative idea for a software or maybe a mobile app, now what? How can a non-techie turn a great idea into a via...

In December 2020, we launched the Sticky Brand Lab podcast with a mission to encourage more women over 40 to become entrepreneurs. The goal is to empower women personally and professionally, leveraging their knowledge and experience into a source of income.  But what does the path to starting your own business really look like? For Tara McKinney, it meant having the courage to be an Ask Muse guest on our show in 2021 so she could g...

This episode of Sticky Brand Lab, may cause you to rethink the popular notion that a specific career passion or purpose is necessary for fulfillment and success. Discussing their experiences, co-hosts Lori Vajda and Nola Boea debate the belief that everyone must find a professional 'higher purpose' or a single career path. Listen in to learn how to think differently about your passion and purpose and how it relates to you...

We want to express our thanks to you for tuning into our show. You, listener, are the reason we come back every week. And we're so grateful you take the time to connect with us to learn the many facets of becoming a first-time entrepreneur in the second half of a vibrant life.

Speaking of a vibrant life, here at Sticky Brand Lab, we strongly believe in the value of taking time during the holidays, not only for our fam...

Ever wondered what distinguishes successful entrepreneurs from those who falter? What if the key to remarkable success lies in a willingness to fail, and to learn from it? In this episode, we take you on a journey through the defeats and victories of some little-known, and some surprising, entrepreneurial figures, unearthing precious insights on how failure and success are intimately intertwined.  We delve into the lessons failure ...

What happens when our devices, originally meant to enhance our productivity, start chipping away at our ability to focus? Overwhelmed by a ceaseless flood of information, we find ourselves helplessly trailing from one bright, shiny prospect to another. In this week's episode, hosts Lori Vajda and Nola Boea explore this modern paradox in our new segment, Beyond the Cover: Books for Personal and Professional Growth. Our journey ...

Not only can a side business help you earn extra income, it can also bolster your current career or even empower you to change careers completely. In this episode, Lori and Nola share how their own side businesses helped them gain promotions, switch careers, and enhance their day jobs. Learn how having a side business can strengthen sales skills, increase marketing and PR savvy, refine communication skills, bolster networks and net...

Have you ever noticed how small setbacks and minor annoyances can accumulate until you feel as if one more could just about push you over the edge?  While microstressors are an integral part of life, with the right tools and mindset, they can be harnessed to our advantage.

In this final episode of our three-part series on microstressors, Lori and Nola equip you with quick and easy stress management techniques that can tur...

Ready to learn the secret weapons of small business communication and PR? You're in for a treat, with our fascinating guest Jamie Levin, a communication and PR whiz. We unearth some gems on how to captivate your audience, and boost your business. Jamie dismantles the common misbeliefs around business communication and PR, revealing DIY tactics to spread the word about your new venture.

Discover the art behind nurturi...

Ever feel like you're stuck in a race towards perfection, only to find it's an impossible finish line? Are you terrified of failure, thinking it's a sign of weakness rather than a stepping stone? Well, you're not alone, and we're here to change that mindset.

In this enlightening discussion, we reveal the three forms perfectionism can take.  And yes, we discuss our battles with perfectionism, unvei...

Have you ever thought about starting a family business? Research has repeatedly shown that family businesses perform better than conventional businesses. If you have ever considered starting a for profit or nonprofit business with your dad but aren’t sure if your different approaches would work, this episode is for you!

Join hosts Nola Boea and Lori Vajda as they sit down with a remarkable father-daughter team who decided ...

If asked, most people would say they recognize the value of continuous learning and the personal growth that can come from acquiring new skills or starting a new side business. Ask a mom, and you’re more likely to get a response like, “Between the kids, the chores, work, and extracurricular activities, I just don’t have the time right now.”

Stay tuned, friend, for what is sure to be a lively discussion as co-hosts Nola Boe...

Whether you’re pursuing a side business or a passion, uncertain about leaving your current job for a new opportunity, or simply seeking a change, making this kind of decision is not a clear-cut process.

In Part 2 of our two-part episode, co-hosts Nola Boea and Lori Vajda sit down with entrepreneur and immersive career coach Gretchen Skalka for an in-depth discussion.  If you've ever wondered how you can turn your talents, inter...

Have you ever found yourself so deeply absorbed in a task, hobby, or passion that time seemed to slip away, leaving you pleasantly lost in the moment? Well, that very talent, skill, or passion that lights a fire within you might just hold the key to your ideal career or side business!

In Part 1 of this captivating two-part episode, co-hosts Nola Boea and Lori Vajda sit down with entrepreneur, leadership development consult...

Stress is our body's natural reaction to change, and it occurs regularly in our daily lives. Additionally, while typical stress triggers an instinctive reaction from our bodies and minds, micro-stresses, also known as low level stress, are not even perceived by either.

These small individual stressors, such as constant meetings, deadline pressures, and the challenge of balancing work and life—may not seem overwhelmin...