The Product Boss: Business Coaching for Product-Based Female Entrepreneurs

Say goodbye to chasing the algorithm, adding endless SKUs, or burning yourself out trying to “push through.” In this episode, I break down exactly why product businesses hit revenue plateaus (whether that’s $2K, $5K, $10K, or beyond) and the four practical shifts that move you past them without more hustle. You’ll learn how to simplify your offer line, price and bundle for profit, build a weekly sales rhythm that doesn’t rely on so...

Say goodbye to the stress of scrambling the week of Thanksgiving and crossing your fingers for sales! I’m here to give you the exact, step-by-step plan to turn Black Friday through Cyber Monday into your most profitable weekend of the year. In this episode, we’ll walk through the simple weekly rhythm for November so you know what to sell, where to sell it, and how to prep every asset (from graphics to listings) without overwhelm. Y...

If you’ve been crossing your fingers for sales this holiday season but aren’t sure where they’re going to come from, this episode will show you exactly how to move from hoping to real results. I’m walking you through my CREATE Framework, our step-by-step system to create the momentum you need to drive consistent sales. Following this framework, you’ll be able to decide on a hero product to go all in on, refine your visibility, enga...

Want to make record sales this Black Friday? This is your blueprint. Whether you sell candles, jewelry, apparel, stationery, or anything in between, what you do right now determines how much money you’ll make by the end of the year. In this episode, I walk you through my 3-step Holiday Readiness Framework to create your most profitable Black Friday season without needing to grow your audience or post nonstop on social media. These ...

Today’s guest turned a simple idea into a sell out product sold in Nordstrom and other major retailers, and she’s here to show you how she did it. Courntey Johnson, former Founder of the yoga mat company MYSOLMAT is here to share the mindset and strategies behind spotting opportunities hiding in plain sight and transforming everyday frustrations into brilliant product ideas that sell.  We also dive into creative, under-the-rad...

Ready to double down in Q4 without living on Instagram? This episode is your playbook for next-level visibility. PR powerhouse Gloria Chou is back to share the surprising shifts editors are making right now, why gift guides are your fastest path to credible traffic, and how AI-driven search is quietly picking the brands it will recommend next (hint: you want to be one of them). You’ll hear how scrappy founders are landing features ...

Ever wish you could start fresh and build your business your way? Today’s coaching session is your reminder that every new season brings opportunity, and sometimes the most powerful growth comes after a bold reset. My guest Karen Steuer of Tangled Roots Herbal built a $200,000 retail business, and when she realized the model was no longer serving her health or happiness, she courageously chose to reinvent her business online. In th...

Welcome back Product Bosses! Let’s talk real numbers. What would an extra $10,000 this holiday season look like for your business? In this episode, I’m walking you through the exact formula to map out your $10K plan—whether that’s over a weekend, a month, or even in a single hour! I’m breaking down how to align your sales target with your best-selling products, calculate exactly how many units you need to sell, and shift from “I ho...

Welcome back Product Bosses! Let’s talk about the truth: if you’re waiting until November to plan your holiday sales, you’ve already missed half the season. Q4 is your biggest opportunity of the year, and in this episode, I’m giving you the 2025 Holiday Sales Strategy: Dos and Don’ts so you can finally stop winging it and start winning it.

Whether you’re selling on Etsy, Shopify, wholesale, or at in-person markets, I’ll show you how...

Welcome back Product Bosses! Let’s get real—if you’re waiting until October to prep for your holiday sales, you're already behind. September is your power month, and in this episode, I am giving you the roadmap to stop winging it and start winning it. I share why so many product-based businesses underperform during Q4 (hint: it's not because your product isn’t great), and how to start planning now to make this your most profitable ...

Welcome back Product Bosses! Do you ever feel like the only way to grow your business is to post more, get featured, or go viral? You’re not alone. So many of us have been led to believe that more visibility is the magic key to sales success. But here’s the truth—more eyeballs on your brand won’t fix a leaky sales engine.

In this episode, I’m walking you through the core principle we teach inside the Sales Accelerator: before you sc...

Welcome back Product Bosses! Have you ever gotten to a place where your business just doesn’t feel aligned anymore? In today’s heartfelt coaching session, I sit down with Alyse Steiner, the founder of TOSI Nursing Covers, who’s at a crossroads: should she sell her business or shut it down completely? What started as a passionate product born from her experience as a new mom has turned into something she’s now outgrowing—and Alyse i...

Welcome back Product Bosses! Today I’m coaching Sandra Nakashima, a talented chocolatier who’s re-entering the business world after years away. She loves her work but doesn’t want to be tied to long hours, a big team, or endless hustle. Her dream? A beautiful, profitable business that allows her to live fully—without sacrificing her time or energy.

In this session, we dig into the heart of her business model, deciding between growin...

Welcome back Product Bosses! This week, I’m coaching Hannah Kirby, the founder of Stable-ish—a brand that’s reimagining how we talk about and accessorize mental health. After her heart-shaped pill case took off on Etsy, Hannah found herself with a loyal audience, a strong brand, and real traction. But despite that success, she’s stuck. Not because of strategy, but because of mindset. And if you’ve ever felt that invisible resistanc...

Welcome back, Product Bosses! I know so many of you are out there asking yourselves, “How can I grow this business if I don’t have a big following?” Trust me, I hear this all the time—and I’m here to tell you that you do not need a huge audience to build a successful product-based business. In this re-air of one of our most-loved episodes, I share the story of how I launched my brand, Cuffs Couture, with no social media and no emai...

Hey there, Product Bosses! In this episode of the Ask Jacq Series, I’m answering a hot question from one of my students who absolutely dominates at her local farmer’s markets—making $3,000 in just four hours—but can’t get those happy shoppers to buy online. Sound familiar? Whether it’s due to product challenges (like meltable body butters in summer heat) or a website that’s just not converting, we dig into what’s really going on an...

Welcome back, Product Bosses! Ever wonder what you should focus on first when starting your product-based business? In this re-aired favorite episode, I share the exact framework I’d use today if I were starting a brand-new business from scratch. After helping thousands of makers, manufacturers, and product creators over the years, I’ve seen the patterns that lead to success—and the common mistakes that slow people down.

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Hey there, Product Bosses! In today’s Ask Jacq Q&A, we’re diving into one of the biggest roadblocks for product-based business owners—pricing. Whether you’re worried about charging too much or finding customers who “get” your value, this episode is here to shift your mindset and show you what’s possible.

First, I chat with one of my longtime students turned Product-Boss coach who took her $1 cookies and turned them into a $100K+...

Welcome back, Product Bosses! We’re revisiting one of our most foundational coaching episodes because it’s that important. Whether you’re brand new or have been in business for years, chances are you may have skipped over a few key steps that are critical to lasting growth.

In this episode, I break down the four core foundations that are often missing from product-based businesses—and why these gaps may be the reason you're struggli...