Welcome back, Product Bosses! Today, we're diving into an exciting coaching call with Virginia from Swoop, who has impressively turned her side hustle into a thriving quarter-million-dollar business. Now, she's setting her sights on doubling her revenue this year. But with great growth comes great challenges. In this episode, we'll explore the complexities that come with scaling a business. Virginia, a dedicated student of our Multi-Stream Machine and a new member of our Inner Circle...

Life and business are unpredictable. We often base our expectations of the future on past experiences, which can limit our perspective and hinder our progress. Today, we'll explore the critical shifts in mindset necessary to overcome these barriers. Learn from the journey of a fellow entrepreneur who transformed her consulting firm from a stagnant half-million-dollar business into a thriving multi-million dollar empire. Discover how challenging financial fears and investing in strategic...

Welcome back, Product Bosses! In this episode, we're tackling a common challenge that many of you face: scaling your business while managing the workload effectively. How do you grow without becoming overwhelmed by the increased demand and complexity? Join us as we dive into a coaching session with Suzanne, a talented ceramic artist who caters to high-end clientele. Suzanne has made a name for herself by working with local restaurants and collaborating with renowned artists. Now, she's ready...

Let's be real: social media can feel like the gym—you know it's good for you, but sometimes, you just don't feel like engaging. Yet, it remains an essential tool for connecting with our customers. Whether you're someone who thrives on posting daily or you're the type who’d rather not post at all, there's a spectrum of engagement, and finding your comfort zone is key. During today's episode, we'll dive into strategies to manage this relationship without letting it overwhelm you. We understand...

Hey, product bosses. Today's coaching session is a can't-miss for anyone aiming to sharpen their marketing strategies. I’m speaking with Dana of The Hype Girl Supply Co., a champion for fellow product bosses. Dana offers high-quality shipping supplies that not only serve practicality but also boast a cohesive brand aesthetic. Just six months into her entrepreneurial journey, she's off to a strong start. Yet, Dana faces a challenge many of us know too well—feeling her marketing might not be...

Have you ever found yourself wondering why your products aren't flying off the shelves? Maybe you've hit a sales plateau, leaving you desperately searching for next steps. Whether you're just starting out with a brilliant idea or trying to understand how to stand out in a crowded market, we've all been there before. The journey to getting your products noticed and adored by your ideal customers shouldn't be an uphill battle. We understand the frustration of putting your heart and soul into...

Welcome back, Product Bosses! In this episode, we're diving deep with Karissa from Wag & Wonder, a passionate entrepreneur who's crafted a line of high-end dog accessories. Despite her dedication, Karissa faces a common pitfall many of you might relate to: skipping crucial foundational steps on the journey from concept to sales. Karissa's story isn't unique in the realm of product-based businesses. Many entrepreneurs leap from idea to execution, only to realize the gap they've left in...

Social media can be a powerful, FREE way to market your product. In this episode I’m going to share exactly how to increase your followers– the strategy that has been successful for my company and the companies in my Mastermind.  My company’s Instagram just reached over 1,000,000 accounts in the past 7 days. 90% of that traffic is from our organic, non-paid social media posts. I just coached one of my Mastermind students on her business’s social media and her views jumped up from around 50...

Welcome to another coaching episode! Today, I'm speaking with Mystral, a massage therapist and energy worker out of New York City. Her service-based business is growing well, but an idea for a product-based business naturally spun off from it that she wants to explore. She wants to launch a tea business with as few mistakes as possible.  First we start with ideation, then making the product, and then moving on to branding. Each step builds up to the next. We start by honing in on what she's...

In today’s world, we are inundated with so much media and more information than we can typically handle! Plus, with the way the economy is and inflation, customers are not spending as much as they used to spend, especially with small businesses. So what can you do to position your brand in a way that deeply resonates with your ideal customer?  Today I’m going to teach you the magic formula to standing out in a crowded market, and it all comes down to: product positioning. AKA carving out a...

If you're a product-based business owner, then chances are you're also a creative- meaning you constantly have ALL of these new ideas you're wanting to test and try. As a creative, one of the biggest struggles I see is being able to know where to focus and prioritize to keep the needle moving forward in your business. Sound familiar? That's exactly what I'm helping Rachel of Falcone Farms today so let's dive in. Rachel is raising two kids, running a farm, already has one product-based...

There are four foundational pieces of product-based businesses that I see people skip over all the time. If you’re struggling to make sales, chances are you’ve skipped one of them. In this episode, I discuss each one and why they are so important to have to grow your business. They are: Nail your niche, nail your brand, nail your price and offer and nail your marketing across channels. There’s a lot that goes into each one, but don’t worry, I cover it all. A lot of times these get skipped...

We all have different seasons of life and as a result, sometimes it can be hard to dive back into something, like your product business, with as much passion and excitement as you previously had. Just remember that it’s okay and it happens. The beauty of owning your own business is that you have the freedom to change your business to meet your needs. That’s exactly what Dawn of Fairy Tale Yarn Co and I do, in today’s episode. Dawn wants to ramp her business back up after spending the past few...

After 20 years of coaching product bosses and running my own product businesses, I can immediately recognize certain gaps and missteps that happen in almost every new business. Recently, I thought of it in a different way: What kind of checklist would I put together if I were starting a new product business today? What steps would I take, and in what order, to make sure that I’m creating a foundation in my product business to get in front of my customers and make consistent sales from? That’s...

Fresh from Shark Tank, Inner Circle Masterminder Aleah Montague joins the show today for a coaching session. Her business, “Meat the Mushroom,” is taking off. How can she keep up with skyrocketing demand, while sustainably scaling up? Tune in to find out. First, we talk about the emotional and mindset aspect. When you start to see an increased demand and your sales start to increase so quickly, while it’s definitely a time for celebration, there’s also plenty of worry, stress, and the...

Plateaus in product-based business can be good or bad, depending on different factors. In this episode, we talk about why it's important to do an honest assessment of your business to figure out if you’re in a much-needed plateau or if you should be pushing for more growth immediately. Not every year is meant to have massive quantum leaps in growth– no matter how much we’d love if that was the case! Some years are meant for stabilization. After all, the foundation of your product-business can...

Ever wish you could listen in on the conversation between women product-based business owners who are successfully making over $100k in revenue? Well that’s exactly what today’s episode is! I'm sharing one of my latest coaching calls with my Inner Circle Masterminders so you can hear how true Masterminding works while we discuss specific solutions to each other's current business challenges. You’ll hear one Masterminder who has a multi six-figure business and wants to start pitching her...

If you’re a product based business owner who is looking to make their first multiple six figures or reach the million dollar mark, this episode is just for you! We're not just dreaming big; we're making million-dollar businesses a reality. In this episode, we delve deep into the essential strategies that we believe are pivotal in scaling your product-based business to a million dollars and beyond. From firsthand observations of business owners who've reached the million-dollar mark, we've...

Join us as we sit down with Stacey from Be Blends, a longtime member of our Multi-Stream Machine community. Stacey isn't new to our podcast; having been featured twice before, her journey has been nothing short of inspirational. Under our guidance in the mastermind, Stacey's business has seen remarkable growth. Yet, with success comes new challenges. Currently, Stacey finds herself at a crossroads, grappling with the sustainability of her physical retail store. Although it generates 80% of...

By popular demand: An episode all about how to use social media for your product-based business. I’ve brought Linda Fruits, of Fruits of Motherhood, to the show to give us real, no-fluff answers about what works. Linda, who is a successful Instagram influencer, answers questions about repurposing content, virality vs. community building, and the balance between product-related posts and brand-building posts. And, yes there are different answers based on if you’re an online seller or...

Time for another Product Boss coaching session! Today we have Yvette Erger who sells wedding gifts– flower girl proposal boxes, bridesmaid gift packages, etc. She feels overwhelmed and doesn’t know where to start in order to improve her business, Luna Forever & Co. She’d love to make enough to retire her husband one day, but has a hard enough time just raising five kids right now. Lots of Product Bosses are in similar situations, so let’s jump in and see what we can do. First, we talk...

Have you thought about selling your products on TikTok? In this episode, we have a TikTok insider walk us through setting up a TikTok Store and using its affiliate program.  The first thing you should know about getting a TikTok Store (not to be confused with TikTok Business) is that it can be quick and easy. It usually only takes a day or two for your TikTok store account to be approved and go live. Then you can simply link the Shopify account you already use to sell your products. TikTok...

How can a jewelry maker get more conversions for her purpose-driven products? Today we help Tisha Trapp find ways to better grow her online business. Tisha creates beautiful one-of-a-kind bracelets with a purpose behind them: To celebrate the unique and individual qualities of those with autism, as well as embracing each person's distinct personalities. We review all Tisha’s messaging from product descriptions and website copy to social media posts to emails. We also talk about visual...

Hey there, Product Bosses! In this episode, we're peeling back the layers on the three biggest pain points that you, our fellow Product Bosses, have shared with us, especially in these turbulent times. But it's not just about identifying these challenges; it's about overcoming them.  We'll be sharing inspiring success stories from our very own students who've managed to not only navigate these hurdles but to thrive amidst them. These stories are a testament to what can be achieved with the...