Episodes
Welcome back, product bosses! We have another inspiring coaching session with Sarah, the owner of Sparkyframes Stitchery, who creates and sells hand-embroidered pieces and kits. If you’re a product-based business owner who is ready to turn your creative hobby into a thriving and profitable product-based business, then this episode is for you!  Right now, Sarah is seeing her products mostly sell at local markets and workshops, but has yet to really make sales or a profit in her business. Now...
Published 11/21/24
Published 11/21/24
Welcome back to another episode, product bosses! Today I’m tackling a topic that might ruffle some feathers, but is absolutely going to be a game-changer in your product-based business. If you feel like you’re being pulled in a million directions, but nothing is actually moving forward with all of the effort you’re putting in, know that I have been there and that this episode is for you.  In this episode, I’m diving into one of the biggest obstacles holding you back from getting the results...
Published 11/18/24
Welcome back, product bosses! We have another exciting coaching session with Beth, the founder of Tiny Spicy Kitchen, who creates allergy-friendly food mixes for health-conscious home cooks. If you’re a product-based business, especially a food business, and you feel like a hot mess or like you’re struggling to know where to focus to grow and make more sales, then this episode is for you! Right now, Beth is seeing her products sell well in-person, but isn’t really seeing any online sales and...
Published 11/14/24
Welcome back to another episode, product bosses! Today I’m diving into the 3 biggest roadblocks I see product-based business owners facing that are holding them back from their next level of growth. If you’re feeling stuck or frustrated or like you’ve been working harder than ever before, but you’re not seeing the results you want, know that you are not alone! In this episode, I’m sharing the three biggest roadblocks I see product-based business owners face, which include: a lack of clear...
Published 11/11/24
Welcome back, product bosses! We have another unique coaching session with Sandra, the founder of Cattitude Crafts, who makes and sells beautiful handmade faux floral decor and centerpieces out of silk. If you're just starting your business or you’ve been in business for years, but your products aren’t making the sales you want to, then this episode is for you! Sandra is feeling a lot of overwhelm in her business, and while she’s been in business for 3 years, she’s still not where she wants...
Published 11/07/24
Welcome back product bosses! Today I’m sharing a hard truth which is, focusing only on selling is one of the biggest mistakes you can make in your product-based business. If you’re someone who has really been struggling to make any sales, you’ve seen a decline in your sales, your sales aren’t where you want them to be or really you’re anywhere in between, this episode is for you! In this episode, I’m sharing the number one thing I have learned and seen from deep diving into and coaching so...
Published 11/04/24
Welcome back, product bosses! We have another engaging coaching session with Julie, the founder of Savoure Kitchen, whose business specializes in gourmet nut mixes, barbecue sauces, and salad dressings. If you're still working a 9-5 but wanting to grow your product-based business “side hustle,” then this episode is for you! Julie has been selling mostly at in-person events like farmers markets and while she has been seeing some success, she’s ready to expand beyond these events and beyond...
Published 10/31/24
Welcome back, Product Bosses! Get ready to dive deep into the journey of entrepreneurship with me, Jacqueline Snyder, as I share the untold story of my product-based business journey. If you're struggling with your sales channels, feeling overwhelmed, or lacking a clear brand and business structure, this episode is for you! In this episode, I open up about my early days in business, and how I faced substantial challenges, including balancing work and personal life after having children, and...
Published 10/28/24
Welcome back, product bosses! We have another exciting coaching session with Aurie, the founder of Sonshine Paperie, who creates watercolor greeting cards and stationery. If you’re not making the sales you want to or you have yet to turn a profit in your product-based business, then this episode is for you! Aurie has been selling mostly at in-person markets and while she has been making sales, she’s not profitable yet which has left her feeling stuck and wondering why her products aren’t...
Published 10/24/24
Welcome back, product bosses! Today, I am so excited to share a live recording I did at Inbound this year with Claire Coder, the founder of Aunt Flow—a company dedicated to making period products accessible in public spaces and creating a supportive community around normalizing menstruation. Claire’s journey is so inspiring as she started her company out of a three-bedroom apartment in Ohio and her feminine hygiene dispensers are now present in over 60,000 bathrooms worldwide. In this...
Published 10/21/24
Welcome back, product bosses! We have another informative coaching session with Tirazh, the founder of Tirzah Lane Art, who creates and sells cowgirl inspired art. If you’re wondering how to figure out your best and simplest path forward to double your sales for next year, then this episode is for you! Tirzah has a wonderful business and has already crossed her first six-figure mark, but is currently struggling with finding a simplified, clear direction forward of how she can continue this...
Published 10/17/24
Welcome back, Product Bosses! In today’s episode, we discuss the challenges product-based business owners often face when reaching revenue milestones from $500,000 to multiple millions! But don’t worry, because even if you’re just starting out or haven’t reached six figures yet, you’ll still have plenty of takeaways! When it comes to growing a million or multi-million dollar business, you face a different set of challenges compared to the ones you overcame to reach five figures or...
Published 10/14/24
Welcome back, product bosses! We have another exciting coaching session with Haley, the founder of Sunbird Collective, who sells handmade body care goods. If you’re wondering how you can expand your business but feel like there are zero hours left in your day, this episode is for you! Haley already has a successful business, but now she wants to grow her sales to $20,000 a month without feeling burnt out, and she’s not sure how to accomplish this.  Together, we dive deep into why your mindset...
Published 10/10/24
Welcome back, product bosses! In today's episode, we discuss one of the most common issues for product based business owners: how to effectively build a standout brand and market to your ideal customers. Whether you're just starting out, hitting a sales plateau, or your sales have decreased this year, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you build your standout brand, just in time for the holiday season. We dive deep into the importance of identifying your ideal customer and...
Published 10/07/24
Welcome back, product bosses! We have another fun coaching session with Kelly, the founder of KDCrop Farms, who sells jams, pickles, and more. If you’re wondering what your next best step forward is or you’re looking to grow beyond being a local business, this episode is for you! Kelly has been selling at local farmer’s markets and in-person since 2006, but now she wants to expand beyond her local community and markets to focus on increasing her online sales, but she’s not sure what her next...
Published 10/03/24
Struggling to figure out how to increase your sales or are looking for new sales channels for your product-based business? If so, this episode is for you as we dive deep into the first of 7 best places to sell your products right now. In today’s mini episode, we’re discussing selling on e-commerce and how if you’re looking for one place to sell right now, it should be there! Why? Because e-commerce and having a website is truly the foundational step for product-based business owners,...
Published 09/30/24
Welcome back, product bosses! We have another exciting coaching session with Fran, the founder of Frances Anne Veils and Sew Glorious, who designs and sells custom veils to make brides dreams come true. If you’re feeling like you’re struggling to establish yourself in the online space, then you’re in the right place!  Fran initially started creating custom veils as an “add on” to her alterations business, but ended up falling in love with making wedding day dreams come true for brides and...
Published 09/26/24
What’s one of the greatest lessons you’ll learn as a product boss? How to let go, outsource, delegate, and ask for help—all the things that feel naturally uncomfortable to you. Does this resonate? If so, you aren’t alone! That’s why in today’s quick episode, we discuss how you can release the expectation that you should and can do everything at once. Because the truth is, if you want to grow your business, then you need to outsource some tasks so you can focus on the bigger picture and buy...
Published 09/23/24
Welcome back, product bosses! We have another exciting coaching session with Holly, the founder of Shake Rattle & Sew, who sells luxury minky handmade blankets for adults. If you’re feeling like you’re getting in your own way and holding your product business back from going from a hobby to your full time business, then you’re in the right place!  Holly initially started her business 18 years ago and while she is on track to hit her first six figures this year, she’s feeling overwhelmed...
Published 09/19/24
Welcome to another episode, product bosses! Have you ever wondered if you should be offering discounts in your product business? And if so, when and what types of discounts should you offer?  Today, I’m digging into why I don’t believe you need to offer a discount to make sales, but also how there are discounts created at different times of year for different reasons, such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday, to help businesses boost their sales. I’m also sharing my top five discount offer ideas...
Published 09/16/24
Welcome back, product bosses! We have another incredible coaching session with Brian, the founder of The Freshwater Pearl Company, who sells versatile and “not your grandmother’s” pearl jewelry. If you’re struggling to make or scale your online sales and feel like everything you’re doing isn’t working, then you’re in the right place!  Brian has been in business for 3 years and while his business does well in-person (like many jewelry businesses since customers can try on or actually hold the...
Published 09/12/24
Welcome back, product bosses! Are you feeling like you’re trying everything to make sales in your product business and nothing’s working? You are not alone!  Today, I’m discussing the number one thing that breaks my heart when it comes to coaching product-based businesses and the thing you MUST do if you want to set yourself up for more sales and success this holiday season.  Plus you’ll learn the exact next step you need to take to do something different…something that will get you ACTUAL...
Published 09/09/24
Welcome back, product bosses! We have another exciting coaching session with Julie, the founder of Whatsoever Things, who sells unique custom gifts for every occasion. If your business is your side hustle or your hobby, but you want it to be your full time job, then you’re in the right place!  Julie has been in business for a while, but she has continued to treat her business like a hobby and is now ready to transition into being a full blown business and stepping into her role as full time...
Published 09/05/24
Welcome back, product bosses! Have you started planning for your holiday season yet? If not, don’t worry! Today’s episode has you covered and is a special one because I am re-airing another Blended Life episode that I did live on Instagram. I received such a positive response from product bosses in my community that I knew I had to share it with you as a podcast episode. Today, I’m discussing the biggest struggles and challenges that product based business owners, like yourself, are facing,...
Published 09/02/24