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Staying busy as a solopreneur is one thing, but being productive is something entirely different!Sure, you've heard all the basics – time blocking, to-do lists, and the Pomodoro technique...but I be…
Staying busy as a so…
Staying busy as a solopreneur is one thing, but being productive is something entirely different!Sure, you've heard all the basics – time blocking, to-do lists, and the Pomodoro technique...but I bet you haven't heard of Carly's favorite productivity hack that she shares in this episode (it may even be a little TMI!)!In this short episode, she and Joe share their favorite hacks that you can't always get from a simple Google search. They go beyond the obvious to uncover hidden gems that will have you wondering why you didn’t start using them sooner. Be sure to tune in!Being a solopreneur i…
This podcast episode is being released in early October 2024, and just over a week ago, HubSpot hosted their massive annual conference that covered the latest trends and tactics in marketing, sales, a…
This podcast episode…
This podcast episode is being released in early October 2024, and just over a week ago, HubSpot hosted their massive annual conference that covered the latest trends and tactics in marketing, sales, and AI…and we had two people attend who are ready to give you the biggest takeaways from the event that apply specifically to solopreneurs. Co-host of this podcast and founder of LifeStarr, Joe Rondo attended, and our very own George B. Thomas not only attended, but presented multiple times. So you have some very credible sources sharing their insights today.From groundbreaking strategies to fre…
Lead magnet effectiveness has evolved significantly as consumer expectations and digital landscapes shift. In the past, solopreneurs could rely on whitepapers and ebooks to capture leads, but with the…
Lead magnet effectiv…
Lead magnet effectiveness has evolved significantly as consumer expectations and digital landscapes shift. In the past, solopreneurs could rely on whitepapers and ebooks to capture leads, but with the oversaturation of content, these strategies have lost their edge. Today’s audience seeks more immediate, interactive, and personalized value. Solopreneurs can no longer depend on static downloads—they need to create engaging, actionable resources that build trust and provide tangible benefits in real time to stand out in an increasingly crowded market.In this episode, we briefly reflect on th…
INBOUND, Hubspot's annual conference dedicated to the latest trends and tactics in marketing, sales, and AI, took place in Boston last week, and in honor of this incredible event, we wanted to re-rele…
INBOUND, Hubspot's a…
INBOUND, Hubspot's annual conference dedicated to the latest trends and tactics in marketing, sales, and AI, took place in Boston last week, and in honor of this incredible event, we wanted to re-release an episode from one of INBOUND's favorite recurring speakers, Nancy Harhut. We were fans of hers before our interview and became even bigger fans after our chat.Nancy is the author of Using Behavioral Science in Marketing, and getting people to take action is what Nancy is all about. Her specialty is blending best-of-breed creative with behavioral science to prompt response.And she’s really …
We all rely so heavily on social proof these days, whether we're asking a friend for advice, reviewing testimonials, searching through Google reviews, or whatever. We all do our background research w…
We all rely so heavi…
We all rely so heavily on social proof these days, whether we're asking a friend for advice, reviewing testimonials, searching through Google reviews, or whatever. We all do our background research when we are trying to find a new solution, which always makes us wonder why more solopreneurs aren't implementing this tactic in their own businesses. In this episode, we have a full conversation about this and give our thoughts and opinions on what you should do about it.This is a great episode if you are trying to build those reviews and testimonials and get that social proof out there. So be su…
Folks, we’re getting personal.On today’s episode, we’re joined by Michael DeVous Jr. He has been living and breathing the Entertainment industry for over 30 years, and while that certainly comes…
Folks, we’re getti…
Folks, we’re getting personal.On today’s episode, we’re joined by Michael DeVous Jr. He has been living and breathing the entertainment industry for over 30 years, and while that certainly comes with its glitz and glam, life has thrown its fair share of curveballs his way, from daunting obstacles to downright heartbreaking tragedies. However, in those tough times, he found something extraordinary—how to make fear his friend.In this unique and personal chat, we talk about the power of community, authenticity, and how to actually make fear your friend. Michael shares his journey from fac…
Welcome to our first Sound Bite episode! We decided to add some shorter episodes each week to give you some quick food for thought.This week, we dive into how content marketing has changed over the pa…
Welcome to our first…
Welcome to our first Sound Bite episode! We decided to add some shorter episodes each week to give you some quick food for thought.This week, we dive into how content marketing has changed over the past decade and what you need to know now as a solopreneur.This is just a quick little chat between those hosts where we shed light on our opinions of the topic of the week. Enjoy!
Ever have a conversation with somebody and leave feeling like you just drank a cup of coffee because their high energy is just so contagious?That recently happened to us during a conversation covering…
Ever have a conversa…
Ever have a conversation with somebody and leave feeling like you just drank a cup of coffee because their high energy is just so contagious?That recently happened to us during a conversation covering legal and tax pointers for solopreneurs. We know, not always the most upbeat topic, but let us tell you, this chat was so energizing and so informative!We invited Mark Kohler on the show and if you aren’t familiar with Mark, it’s time to get familiar. To say he has a wealth of expertise in tax, legal, wealth management, estate planning, and asset protection, is an understatement.He has litera…
We always say that going solo in business doesn’t mean you’re alone. And we can’t Stress this point enough. You do not, and should not, carry the weight of an entire business on your shoulders. …
We always say that g…
We always say that going solo in business doesn’t mean you’re alone. And we can’t stress this point enough. You do not, and should not, carry the weight of an entire business on your shoulders. That’s a lot. However, it can be hard for people to not want to take everything on themselves, which can leave them feeling trapped and stagnant in their businesses. So how can you overcome this?Well, one of the ways is by hiring a coach and if you clicked on this episode, chances are we’ve already piqued your interest with this topic, so we’re glad you’re tuning in.Today, we're diving de…
Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything that professionals tell you to do in your business to make it successful and something just doesn’t feel right or isn’t clicking?For many of us so…
Have you ever felt l…
Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything that professionals tell you to do in your business to make it successful and something just doesn’t feel right or isn’t clicking?For many of us solopreneurs, we start our own businesses to feel more fulfilled in our careers, but what do you do when that isn’t happening?Well, let us ask you this, have you ever considered applying the concept of Human Design to your business?You may not have even heard about this concept, and that will all change in today's episode.We invited Mel McSherry on to help you become the architect of your success.…
Shut your eyes and think of a stereotypical salesman.If you’re like me (Carly), you’re imagination may have immediately transported you to a car dealership, or a person with a briefcase ready to g…
Shut your eyes and t…
Shut your eyes and think of a stereotypical salesman.If you’re like me (Carly), you’re imagination may have immediately transported you to a car dealership, or a person with a briefcase ready to give you a pitch.That’s how I always used to think about sales, and frankly, why I was always turned off to that profession.But then, over time, I started meeting people who revolutionized the industry, and turned my original connotation into one that thinks of people who can be relied on as trusty sources of helpful information.Tom Martin, is one of those people.Tom is a seasoned expert in turni…
OK, if we're being honest, the topic for today’s episode is just as much for us as it is for you. We have been behind the scenes creating some awesome products for solopreneurs, and as the marketing…
OK, if we're being h…
OK, if we're being honest, the topic for today’s episode is just as much for us as it is for you. We have been behind the scenes creating some awesome products for solopreneurs, and as the marketing gal (Carly) for LifeStarr, it’s been up to me to develop a launch plan.It’s been a little stressful because we want to get it just right. Now, we are offering more than courses, but those are definitely included, so when we looked at our inbox to see that there was a gal interested in being on our show who helps course creators make a lucrative living without launching, we just knew we had to…
Alright, you guys. So we actually don't know how this episode is going to go. This could be our best-performing episode to date that people just can't get enough of or it could totally flop!We decided…
Alright, you guys. S…
Alright, you guys. So we actually don't know how this episode is going to go. This could be our best-performing episode to date that people just can't get enough of or it could totally flop!We decided to take a different approach, and instead of interviewing a guest today, or at least a human guest, we thought it would be fun to interview ChatGPT and have it answer questions about solopreneurship.It was really entertaining. We didn't really have a plan for this episode. We just wanted to see how it would go!It was really interesting, and it validated a lot of our assumptions. It made us think …
Are you tired of merely surviving through your daily grind? You know, you can actually break free from a cycle of boredom or stress and design a life you actually love. You don’t have to settle fo…
Are you tired of mer…
Are you tired of merely surviving through your daily grind? You know, you can actually break free from a cycle of boredom or stress and design a life you actually love. You don’t have to settle for a life by default. You can actually start thriving now.We invited Nancy Gentle Boudrie on the show to discuss her 4R Method. Using an innovative and cutting-edge approach focused on the science of neuroplasticity of the brain. Nancy uses four foundational pillars to help her clients acquire new skills, drop bad habits, adapt to the environment, and heal from severe traumas and injuries. Curiou…
“I just need to clone myself.”Have you ever had that thought while running your solo business? Us too.What if we told you you could actually have more time to focus on what you love or actually ha…
“I just need to cl…
“I just need to clone myself.”Have you ever had that thought while running your solo business? Us too.What if we told you you could actually have more time to focus on what you love or actually have to do while a skilled professional handles the nitty-gritty details? Oh, and what if we told you it doesn’t have to break the bank?Well, we invited John Meyer on our show to share insider tips, proven strategies, and real-life success stories of life with a virtual assistant that will actually have you rethink how you’re running your business.We discuss things like:How solopreneurs can achi…
One of the greatest things about being a solopreneur is that you can design a business around your desired workstyle and actually follow your passions.But here’s the thing. It’s still a business a…
One of the greatest …
One of the greatest things about being a solopreneur is that you can design a business around your desired workstyle and actually follow your passions.But here’s the thing. It’s still a business and one that likely needs to support you financially.We have talked to countless financial professionals on this show, and we have yet to come across an interview where we don’t learn something new that we can apply to our business.Our interview with the Tax Savings Architect himself, Mark Myers, is no exception. He has helped thousands of individuals permanently reduce their annual tax bill, and…
Is manifestation just a buzzword, or can it truly impact your business Growth and Personal Development?We invited renowned manifestation coach, Dave Conway, on the show to give us an in-depth look at …
Is manifestation jus…
Is manifestation just a buzzword, or can it truly impact your business growth and personal development?We invited renowned manifestation coach, Dave Conway, on the show to give us an in-depth look at the topic, specifically as it relates to solopreneurs navigating the unique challenges of running a one-person business.We go into the weeds a bit, uncovering insights and strategies that might surprise you and challenge your current understanding.We discuss things like:How to increase your income right nowCommon misconceptions about manifestationKey principles of manifestation that solopreneurs c…
When you were a kid and somebody mentioned hypnosis, odds are you imagined somebody swinging a medallion in front of you while saying “you are getting sleepy.” As adults, you may be imagining a sh…
When you were a kid …
When you were a kid and somebody mentioned hypnosis, odds are you imagined somebody swinging a medallion in front of you while saying “you are getting sleepy.” As adults, you may be imagining a show in Vegas where hypnotists have volunteers do ridiculous things in front of an audience.What we don’t often think about, and what we really should know about, is the true science behind hypnosis and how incredibly beneficial it can be for a variety of areas in your life, especially for solopreneurs looking to build a business and a life they love.So, we invited Victoria Gallagher onto the show…