The Homemakers in Business Podcast: Branding, Websites, Marketing, and Business with Stephanie Duke
The Homemakers in Business podcast encourages fellow legacy-minded homemakers on their entrepreneurial journey. In this podcast, we’re not just talking business - we’re exploring the art of blending homemaking and entrepreneurship. Hosted by Stephanie Duke, a brand and website designer located in Cleveland, Alabama. From candid chats with other homemakers in business to motivating solo episodes, each week you’ll find something to inspire you along your way to building a business that truly aligns with your values and dreams.
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Amy is first and foremost a daughter of God and a devout Catholic. She is married to her college sweetheart, Matt. They met on the very first day and first class of their freshman year at Purdue. They have been married 23 years and have been blessed with eight children ages 20, and a sophomore at Western Kentucky University, down to 8-year-old twins.
Amy has a background in veterinary medicine, which she formally "retired&quo...
If you’ve been contemplating getting into affiliate marketing, this is your sign to just do it. In today’s episode I share why I’m focusing more on affiliate marketing in 2024 and beyond, as well as sharing all of the tools I use in my online brand and website design business.
A few of these tools are affiliate links, but most are not. I think you know you’re ready for affiliate marketing when you are already sharing about the tool...
It’s my 1st podcast anniversary! To celebrate, I’m giving away a $25 Amazon gift card AND a free brand and website coaching call with me, Stephanie Duke. Listen in to learn how to enter!
Key takeaways:
🎙️ My honest thoughts on podcasting
5️⃣ How I’m feeling entering my 5th year of business
📈 Why my marketing isn’t always a priority
👀 My top 3 episodes and other fun podcast stats
👥 Review of guest episodes in this first year
💞 ...
In this episode, I talk about the heated debate of Canva among the design community, the difference between Canva and Adobe Creative Cloud, how I use Canva with my brand design clients and touch on why you can’t create trademarked logos in Canva, and so much more.
Episode highlights
💔 Why some designers love Canva and others hate it
👩🏻🎨 The difference between a brand designer and a graphic designer
💰 Is it worth it to pay for...
In this engaging podcast episode, Stephanie interviews Jeni Raitsin, the founder of Leisure Hacker, a company focused on helping busy women find balance and manage stress. Jeni shares insights on mindful entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of having a clear vision, adopting a sailor's mindset to navigate challenges, and understanding core values for effective rebranding.
She highlights the significance of incorporatin...
Erika Millard, a Bookkeeping Coach who loves teaching female business owners how to manage their own books & actually understand numbers in order to make smart business decisions, reshapes the narrative around financial management.
Her perspective, forged by addressing common negative experiences in the financial industry, centers on making bookkeeping accessible and transformative. She actively demystifies misconceptions and f...
The allure of the DIY website approach is strong—cost savings, creative control, and the satisfaction of crafting your online space all on your own. That’s tempting stuff. Early on in business, this is the path many small business owners choose. It’s the economic choice at a time when your profits are uncertain.
I’m not here to tell you that DIY is wrong. It isn’t. It is the right choice for many people. Some folks will never hire ...
In this episode, Stephanie and Dolly break down the practicalities of launching a business rebrand. From pre-launch strategies to post-launch momentum, they provide actionable insights on engaging your audience, driving traffic to your website, and utilizing collaborations and incentives effectively. Skip the fluff and dive into the essentials of a successful rebrand, learning strategies that work in the real world of business.
Epi...
Uncover the impact visuals have on creating a confident first impression and building trust with website visitors. Learn to plan for the right images and explore unique sources beyond the typical stock photo sites. Elevate your website with engaging high-quality images that tell your brand's story.
Tune in for practical tips that promise to transform your online presence.
Episode highlights:
Understand the significance of...
This episode is for you if you’re struggling with a high bounce rate, low conversion rate, and lack of ideal clients inquiring with you.
Episode highlights:
How to fix outdated website design so potential clients stay on your site longer
How to make your website accessible for everyone
Creating clear menus for easy navigation
Why design matters to your business success
Losing excess website weight to speed up load ...
In this episode, Stephanie interviews Shaela Daugherty, a health and fitness professional who integrates the Gospel with health journeys. Shaela shares her background and how she transitioned from working in ministry to starting her own health and fitness company. She discusses the importance of consistency and building skills in both spiritual and physical disciplines. Shaela also emphasizes the need to start small and celebrate w...
Olivia Langan, the owner of Frolic Bookkeeping, shares her insights on bookkeeping and financial goal-setting for women entrepreneurs in the new year. She emphasizes the importance of knowing and understanding your numbers, debunking common misconceptions about bookkeeping. Olivia provides practical tips for transitioning to bookkeeping software and knowing when to hire a bookkeeper. She also highlights the significance of setting ...
In this episode, I'm delighted to have Mara Kucirek. Mara is an online course designer, launch strategist and host of the Create a Better Course Podcast. She’s helped over 150+ entrepreneurs launch online courses and digital products. Mara lives in Tampa, Florida with her husband, two dogs and brand new baby girl!
Mara shares her journey from being a middle school teacher and corporate marketer to an online entrepreneur. With a...
Learn the ins and outs of content planning, from images to links, and discover the advantages of using Google Docs for seamless collaboration when planning your website build. This episode comes with a downloadable guidebook, featuring printable checklists and planning tools. Stay tuned for a special Black Friday offer on Showit website templates and a limited-time low-price offer on my VIP Design Day service.
Episode highlights:
<...In this episode of the Homemakers in Business Podcast, I am interviewing Erin Pratt, founder of Ivy Lynne Studio, a web and brand design studio helping female creatives share their unique gift with the world through beautiful and effective design. She is also an online educator with a course designed to support women on their path to entrepreneurship.
Erin is a mother of two sweet girls, Sophie Ivy and Lucy Lynne, who believes it ...
This episode is for a couple of different people. Those without businesses that want to support their friend or family member that does have a business. And those with businesses that want an easy way to share with their friends and family how they can support them. This is a pretty nuanced topic and can have a ton of variation depending on what type of business someone owns, so I’ll primarily be talking about (B2B) business-to-bus...
Episode highlights:
What exactly is Functional Medicine?
The importance of continued learning throughout your career (and learning to love learning)
Why it’s necessary to grow a trusted network of other experts in your field
How stress and burnout negatively impact our ability to run our businesses
Why it’s important to take time away from your business and truly rest
Why you need to set boundaries with clients
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Learn a practical 10-step process for creating a personalized winter routine. The episode begins with an exploration of why crafting a routine tailored to the season is crucial. Hear my unique journey with journaling and allow me to walk you through the 10 steps to adapt your daily schedule for optimal productivity and well-being in winter (or any season).
From aligning your tasks with natural rhythms to reducing stress through pre...
I'm unveiling the magic behind VIP Design Days, an innovative solution that can supercharge your brand and business. Tune in as I demystify what VIP Design Days are and how they can save you precious time. Discover how these intensive design days can make your website sparkle, your course launches seamless, and your marketing materials pop. Plus, hear real-life success stories from clients who've harnessed the power of VIP ...
Join Stephanie in episode #16 as she reflects on her 28th birthday, celebrating small wins and setting inspiring goals for the future. Get inspired to acknowledge your achievements, no matter how small, and recognize your own success. Tune in for a dose of motivation and encouragement!
What you can expect in this episode:
Stephanie's personal journey of embracing small wins.
Setting aspirational goals and intentions.
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