Two years ago when I decided to start this podcast, my team and I were truly starting from ground zero. We had no clue how to record or publish a podcast, but what I did know was who I wanted to talk to and what I wanted to talk about. And here we are today, 100 episodes in and I’m so proud of what we’ve done. Join us today as we discuss what we’ve learned from our amazing guests and how those consistent entrepreneurial traits can help you in your business. Join our Facebook Group Conquer Your B...
May 05, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Being of service is something that I stick to, whether it’s part of my business or in my personal life with volunteering. That’s probably why I hit it off so well with my amazing guest today. Bob DePasquale is here to talk about how he’s made a business of helping people find their passion and fulfillment through philanthropic means. He uses his personal drive to be of service to his clients…with the added bonus that his service helps individuals help even more people, and makes the world a bett...
Apr 28, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Whether it’s something that’s been ingrained in us since childhood or habits from our corporate job, many entrepreneurs find they have to “unlearn” these things in order to be successful in their own business journey. My amazing guest today, Rachell Kitchen, is here today to discuss being a high achiever in her corporate life and home life, facing unimaginable obstacles, and stepping through to her current coaching venture. Learn how we face our gremlins, embrace our authentic selves, and unlear...
Apr 21, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 98
Today’s guest is someone who I met way back when I had my first business working with families with aging parents. I’m so excited to introduce you to Kate Curler, a lawyer who, through personal experience, realized that there was a large gap in the market and decided she needed to cater to that specific niche. No one was really doing it, people thought she might not be able to make any money, but Kate wanted to provide this service and do it her own way. Guest Resources Website Facebook LinkedIn...
Apr 14, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 97
I’m a firm believer in that the universe works for us, not against us. That belief sure can come into question though when an out-of-state aging parent gets a diagnosis of dementia. My amazing guest today, Cindy Beving, shares her story of just this situation, and how she made the most out of her travels to care for her mother, while also running two successful businesses. Instead of retreating from the cards she was dealt, Cindy is leaning into it. Guest Resources Beving Books LinkedIn Instagra...
Mar 31, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 96
What do you need to do to grow your business? What’s stopping you? Today I’m going to dive deeper into the concept of trust, with ourselves and with the universe, and how that can affect your business. Do you trust yourself to make decisions or to come up with new ideas? If not, that indecision can be a business killer. Join our Facebook Community for more helpful mindset discussions! Forge Your Path. Unlock Your Power. Unleash Your Potential. Learn more about Erin Marcus Join us on Facebook Lin...
Mar 25, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 95
Yes - you are enough. Yes - you really do know what you’re doing. As an entrepreneur, have you ever had to tell yourself this? If so, you’re definitely not alone. My amazing guest today, Elisa Ellis, has been a stylist for years and yet sometimes still has to remind herself of her talent and expertise. Today we dive into a discussion on Imposter Syndrome, being your authentic self in your fashion and branding, as well as the forever task of fine tuning who your ideal client is. Guest Resources h...
Mar 18, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 94
Proper bookkeeping is one of the most important aspects of running a business. And did you know that it’s one of the easiest tasks to hire someone else to do? My awesome guest today, Angie Noll, is here to share how her passion for bookkeeping helps other entrepreneurs to offload this task that many find daunting. It’s so crucial to measure our business’s financial past, so you can plan for the future. Guest Resources Website Facebook LinkedIn Forge Your Path. Unlock Your Power. Unleash Your Pot...
Mar 10, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Sometimes all it takes is one little, new nugget of information to catapult you into the next phase of your business or life. My awesome guest today, Andy Hite, shares how the world of coaching has changed his views on how he values himself, how he defines failure, and even how he’s raised his kids. Coaching his clients has been so amazing and rewarding for him and I’m excited for you all to hear his story. Guest Resources Website Instagram LinkedIn Facebook Forge Your Path. Unlock Your Power. U...
Mar 03, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 92
For many women, growing up working in a male-dominated field was no small feat. My amazing guest today, Gail Zelitzky, describes navigating and thriving in her fields by wearing her coat of armour. She also stresses the importance of being a lifelong learner, and that women over 70 are still vital to business and society, in general. I mean, she started a successful podcast where she invites women of all ages to reimagine aging. Yes, please! Guest Resources Website LinkedIn Facebook Forge Your P...
Feb 25, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 91
How do you speak to yourself? Are you your biggest cheerleader or do you find yourself thinking negative thoughts? Would you tolerate someone else saying those same negative things to you? Probably not. Join me today as I run through how I’ve used mantras to help keep my thoughts positive not only in one particular moment, but also in my own “future-casting.” Join our Facebook Community for more helpful mindset discussions! Forge Your Path. Unlock Your Power. Unleash Your Potential. Learn more a...
Feb 18, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 90
After the loss of a friend at a young age, my guest today thought, “What am I waiting for?” Trudi Jaye had always enjoyed her job in journalism, but ultimately her passion was in fiction writing. So awesome, right?! Her first book was published in 2014 and the rest, as they say, is history. Join us today as we discuss the importance of being excited about what you do for a living, and the benefits of working from a place of inspiration vs. desperation. Guest Resources Website Facebook Instagram ...
Feb 10, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 89
The tagline for my business is "Be In Charge - Take Action - Get Results," with emphasis on the "take action." But what does that look like for your business? What actions should you take next? Join the Conquer Your Business Community Facebook group here. Forge Your Path. Unlock Your Power. Unleash Your Potential. Learn more about Erin Marcus Join us on Facebook LinkedIn Instagram YouTube...
Feb 03, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 88
How do you know if you like doing a job before you actually try it? Sometimes we make a decision as a teenager, go to college, get that degree, and then realize after time that we aren’t really in love with the job. My amazing guest today did just that. Stephanie Klein thought she had wanted to be a teacher, but ultimately ended up starting her own professional organizing business. And while she isn’t in a classroom anymore, her background in education has been crucial to goal setting with and c...
Jan 27, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 87
As an entrepreneur, we sometimes feel that we have to do “all the things,” which can be both physically and mentally exhausting. My guest today, Mary Gaul, is an amazing business coach who loves to have her clients ask themselves, “I wonder…?”. I wonder if this could be easy? I wonder what will happen if I take this next step? This exercise, combined with action, is a fantastic way to provide clarity on how to move your business forward. I’m so excited for you all to hear Mary’s story, and learn...
Jan 20, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 86
While my amazing guest today is an expert in sales, our conversation quickly moved into building a life that you’re proud of. And ultimately, isn’t that the goal of making your sales? Doing just enough to pay the bills is not exciting or motivating for most people. However, being present, doing what you love, and inviting - not chasing - sales, are ways to build that amazing life and leave a legacy you’re proud of. I’m so excited for you all to meet Linda Schwader and hear how she continues to t...
Jan 14, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 85
I love meeting people who keep things positive, but also don’t sugarcoat the truth. My amazing guest today, Jay Maymi, helps his clients stay positive, stay out of fear mode, but also doesn’t allow them to play the victim. Bluntly - what’s working, what isn’t, and what’s going to happen if you don’t change? As Jay likes to say, “There are always opportunities to make money if you keep your eyes open to them.” Guest Resources Website LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Forge Your Path. Unlock Your Power....
Jan 06, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 84
It's that time of year, right? You're thinking about setting goals for next year and suddenly everything seems possible again. I've always loved those times in my business when I get all motivated and tell myself, "This year is going to be THE year!!!" But how many times have you said that to yourself and then it wasn't "THE" year? I want you to know it doesn't have to be that way. You can have the breakthrough you want. You can live a life of more financial freedom. And I know this because I've...
Dec 16, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 83
Erin often refers to 2018 as “Erin’s Year Of Failure.” She can joke about it now…thankfully, but how was she able to go from making $11,000 that year to now having a multiple six-figure business? Join Erin and team member Allison as they discuss how they’ve been able to grow so quickly, what’s worked, what hasn’t, and why you should always try to keep it FUN. Want to ask Erin a question or have suggestions for future Ready Yet?! Podcast topics? Let us know here: https://www.speakpipe.com/conquer...
Dec 09, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 82
The journey from solopreneur to CEO is one that many entrepreneurs find themselves on eventually. And so often we hear that “success loves speed,” but that doesn’t necessarily have to be the case. My amazing guest today, Vaughn Fahie, shares with us his current journey of expanding his team, moving into that CEO role, and how he’s been able to do it at his own pace. Moving forward, even by taking small steps at a time, helps to bridge the gap of where you are and where your business is going. Gu...
Dec 02, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 81
We can all be our own worst critic at times, but what happens when that voice inside your head becomes outright abusive toward yourself? Well that’s just the wakeup call that my guest today had to have before she was able to change her mindset to improve her life. I’m so excited that Debbie Pickus is here to share how changing her mindset was key to changing her thoughts about money, business, and her personal life, allowing her to be more fulfilled and able to move forward. Guest Resources Link...
Nov 25, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 80
When you interview for a bigger job, don’t get the job, and then find yourself being happy you didn’t get the job...perhaps you’re not doing what you’re meant to be doing. So what comes next? My amazing guest today is Tammy Olson and I’m excited for you to hear her story. Join us as we discuss a variety of topics such as getting help in your business, overcoming fear, showing up as your best self, and lifting up other entrepreneurs. Guest Resources tammy@nwvirtualsolutions.com Website LinkedIn F...
Nov 18, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 79
It can sometimes take a while to adjust professionally when going from a corporate career to being an entrepreneur. Your clients are not your employers and the need to invest in your own business becomes blatantly clear. My guest today, Sophie Michals, shares how she can now have a bigger impact on her clients outside of corporate, follows her gut, and writes her own rules as she goes. Guest Resources LinkedIn SM Edits Forge Your Path. Unlock Your Power. Unleash Your Potential. Learn more about ...
Nov 11, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 78
Last year when I spoke to this week’s guest about speaking on more podcasts, she surprised me with her response. “Why be a guest on someone else’s podcast when you can just start your own?” How awesome is that?? Sarah Victory is an amazing coach and the reason why you’re here today listening to the Ready Yet?! Podcast. If you tell Sarah what your goal is for your business, she encourages you to do more, helps you grow, and succeed at that goal. Guest Resources The Victory Company LinkedIn Facebo...
Nov 04, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 77
The universe tends to speak to us in different ways. My guest today, Janet Neal, describes this as sometimes a little voice whispering to you, sometimes it’s a shoulder tap, and sometimes the universe gives you a metaphorical 2x4 to the head. I’m sure you’ve experienced that too, right? Join us as we discuss having the confidence to follow that voice, trusting in yourself, and taking that leap. Guest Resources The Superb Woman Next Steps Navigation LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Forge Your Path. Un...
Oct 28, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 76
My guest today comes right out and says it: she was born in 1940! Joan Sotkin is an amazing person whose journey of self discovery never stops. Today we discuss how to observe your own behavior, how to have the confidence to listen to your inner voice, and why trying, learning, and failing are all important parts of life. Guest Resources LinkedIn Prosperity Place Facebook Forge Your Path. Unlock Your Power. Unleash Your Potential. Learn more about Erin Marcus Join us on Facebook LinkedIn Instagr...
Oct 21, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 75
For today’s guest, Ed Egan, success has come from a combination of his own knowledge and recognizing when to ask for help. Having spent years as an employee, Ed knew the work, but out on his own realized that you can’t be a successful small business owner without having a support team. Get the help you need, learn from others, and always be of service. Guest Resources LinkedIn EE Workplace Facebook Forge Your Path. Unlock Your Power. Unleash Your Potential. Learn more about Erin Marcus Join us o...
Oct 14, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 74
As if being an ICU nurse wasn’t a high enough calling, what happens when you feel compelled to leave that career for an even higher calling? After years of watching her patients navigate their care without an advocate in their corner, my friend, Teri Dreher, ventured off on her own to start a business for patient advocacy. Join us as we discuss some nuances in the medical field, and why we’re all at risk of the mass exodus of nurses in the medical field. Guest Resources LinkedIn North Shore RN t...
Oct 08, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 73
I’m so excited for you to meet today’s guest, Melissa Blair, who is a self-proclaimed “nerdy marketer.” I love that! She’s here to share with us how she has always loved solving problems and helping people, but it took stepping out of her introverted comfort zone to really fine-tune her offer. The entrepreneurial world is a lot less scary when we work together, share ideas, and collaborate. Guest Resources Website LinkedIn Forge Your Path. Unlock Your Power. Unleash Your Potential. Learn more ab...
Oct 01, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Whether it’s feedback from the market or feedback from your heart, it’s important to recognize when something isn’t working and then course-correct. I’m excited for you to meet today’s guest, Deborah Goldstein, who shares some points in her career when she knew she needed to make a change and how she turned that into a successful career in coaching. Guest Resources Website LinkedIn Facebook deb@drivenpros.com Forge Your Path. Unlock Your Power. Unleash Your Potential. Learn more about Erin Marcu...
Sep 24, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 71
