Sick and Successful Podcast

#87. Beth Ruffin’s Story of Success While Living with Fibromyalgia

As someone with a chronic illness, it makes it harder for me to do the usual stuff people with no chronic diseases do. BUT! I flourish. I make sure that every minute counts with everything I do. And this is something Beth Ruffin and I could agree with. ----more---- Even before being diagnosed with fibromyalgia, Beth had always been an overachiever, something I can 100% relate to. She gives more than 100%, even in her days at a corporate job. She is a writer, coach, TEDx speaker, cultural disrupt...

#86. Do you want to start your podcast for FREE? Listen now!

If you still think podcasting won’t do wonders for your business, think twice! Because in this episode, I will share how amazing podcasting is for businesses while using me and my business as an example. ----more---- It all started in 2019 when I wanted to have some sort of online diary or portfolio wherein people could connect with me on a different level. So, I started podcasting! After more than 80 episodes later, I saw how important having a podcast is to an entrepreneur. ----more---- Podcas...

#85. Sales Talk with THE Celia Meisel

I love talking about sales and what I love more is finding people who has the same passion about sales as I do! So, for today’s episode, we have a very special guest, Celia Faye Meisel. ----more---- Celia graduated with a degree in Bachelor of music and jazz studies from The University of Southern Mississippi and got her Masters of Music in Jazz Studies at Northern Illinois University. She is a very talented musician, who knows how to sing and play the saxophone, and then she set out to be a bus...

#84. Healing from Burnout with Kelly Swingler

We always hear that if we push too much, we’ll burnout. But what does burnout look like? ----more---- In today’s episode, we have Kelly Swingler on the pod to discuss how she wrote her outstanding book, Mind the Gap. As Kelly and I talk about her journey of shedding light on burnout, she shares her story of quitting corporate life in 2013. Leaving the corporate world was not an easy decision as she thought she’d be in corporate for a long time. ----more---- However, there is something else in st...

#83. My Open And Honest Struggle With Postpartum Anxiety

Trigger Warning: Anxiety, Depression, Death ----more---- Let’s pause on the business side and talk about what it’s like to be a mom struggling with postpartum anxiety. For two years, I’ve been dealing with this, and let me tell you now, it’s not easy, but I will share this story with you because that’s what we do here. So, if you’re not ready to listen to this episode because it might trigger you, best skip this for now. ----more---- In this episode, I share stories that are close to my heart. I...

#82 Let’s Talk About Sales - Here’s Why You are Losing Sales in Your Business

I've been enjoying making Youtube videos for you all! Yay! ----more---- Also, did you hear about our GIFs? Check it out on Instagram and Facebook by typing "S&S Creative"! And that's not the best part; we're also offering a chance for you to have your own GIFs for a limited time only! What are you waiting for? ----more---- Returning to the basics of business, let's talk about sales! In today's episode, I'll share my experiences with sales and the mistakes you might be making! If you've tuned...

#81. Entrepreneurial Tip That’s Going to Change Your Life!

We've been posting on YouTube for quite some time now! Woohoo! A quick shoutout to my team; you're so awesome! ----more---- So for today's episode, I will share my top secret to having a more organized life as a chronically ill CEO. If you're an avid listener to this podcast, you know how I think and how I have my own organized chaos. This is more of a follow-up episode to Episode 79, where I talked about what my day as a sick CEO looks like. ----more---- So, I decided to talk about braindumping...

#80. Work-Life Balance DOESN’T Exist and Here’s Why

#79. A Day in the Life of a Sick CEO

​​For today's episode I'll be sharing more about my experiences and lessons in life as a CEO and a woman dealing with a chronic illness. ----more---- Before we get to that, I just want to celebrate the first month since the launch of our Youtube channel - yay!! *pat on the back for myself and my amazing team* ----more---- Since celebrating our first anniversary and the milestones my business and team have accomplished, I just want you all to know more about what goes on in the life of a sick and...

#78. Why You Need a Lawyer in Business - The Truth

Episode 78 of the Sick and Successful podcast is a short yet important episode. In less than 10 minutes, I'll be sharing with you one of the most important pieces of business advice you may have not considered. I learned my lesson the hard way and hope to share this with you so you don't have to. I share about one of the hardest experiences I've yet to experience in business and give you tips to avoiding those sames mistakes. ----more---- Having lawyer may not seem important when starting a busi...

#77. 1 Year in Business and You’ll Never Believe What Happened

Today’s episode on the Sick and Successful podcast is one of the most special ones yet! I’m so excited to celebrate and share with all of you the first year business anniversary of S&S Creative Media! Through all the ups and downs, this journey has been one heck of an amazing roller coaster ride full of experiences and lessons. If nobody has ever told you about the mixed emotions and pressure you’ll be facing when starting a business - I’ll be the one to tell you all that in this episode! --...

#76. Weight Gain from Stelara & Humira

This episode was very hard for me (Natalie) to record. I'm going to be opening up with you and sharing one of my biggest struggles that I've been battling for years—Crohn's, but more specifically, weight gain on biologic medications. ----more---- Being Sick AND Successful (you know the premise of my whole company) means I share these moments with you no matter how hard. In today's FIRST duo of a Youtube Video and Podcast (found on all platforms), I'm sharing about my experience with biologic med...

#75. We Dated The Same Guy At The Same Time And Now We Are Business Besties

In today’s episode, our featured guest is not only a dear client but also a long-time friend (and soul sister)! I am elated for you to get to know Danielle Hobin, the CEO, and founder of Bloom Esthetics - a spa, brow bar, and academy. Get to know more about Danielle as she shares her journey on how she started her business from the ground up amidst all the ups and downs brought by COVID-19 and the challenges of actually owning a business and being the boss! ----more---- With a passion for beauty...

#74. Opening More Doors for Marginalized Communities with Rachel Pereyra

Today’s episode comprises of Rachel Pereyra’s story as to how she became a Queer People Leader and DOO & OBM Agency Owner. She shares about her mission to help women and LGBTQ+ founders find success in their operations through engaged teams & streamlined systems. ----more---- As an openly queer woman, she works to ensure her work and her agency are inclusive and equitable. At the same time, she is battling invisible illnesses while running her business, which is actively growing. This ex...

#73. Money Mindset and Profit First Strategy with Gigi Bier

Money talk makes everyone uncomfortable, but we all want the financial freedom of not thinking about money in every move we make. How do we go from fear to freedom? We shift our money mindset. ----more---- In this episode, Gigi Bier, a money coach with a twist, the founder of My Cats And Me Profit Alignment, shares how she helps entrepreneurs build a profitable and sustainable business that supports their lifestyle. ----more---- She also talks about how you can be more comfortable talking about ...

#72. Working Through Grief and the World Falling Apart

Natalie records this episode with a heavy heart to let you know that you are not alone. The world feels burning, and it really is hard to go through life as if nothing's happening. But you don't have to dismiss everything. ----more---- We all process our emotions in one way or another. In this episode, Natalie shares how she processes her feelings and knows that was the right way for her. You might want to copy what she does or do whatever you see fit for you. ----more---- Grab a tea or coffee o...

#71. Why I Had to Let Go of 6 Employees Over 8 Months - Hire Slowly, Fire Quickly

Hire slowly, fire quickly are the words Natalie lives by. As S&S Creative is close to its 1st birthday, Natalie shares a story of how she had to let go of 6 employees in the first 8 months of the business. It may sound bad initially, but it's justified by the values her company follows. ----more---- Listen to the story of her hiring and firing experiences and how that has taught her to keep a tightly knit company by implementing core values and putting the right people in the right seats. --...

#70. I’m Obsessed With Failing Here’s 5 Reasons Why

Now is the time you stop fearing failure. The title says it all. Natalie loves failing for these 5 reasons: Best teacher More comfortable and stronger The more you fail, the closer you are to winning. More experience. Humility. ----more---- Listen to this episode to learn more about each reason and some stories of failure towards success. ----more---- Loved this episode? Please rate, share on Instagram, and don't forget to tag Natalie @for.the.success ! If you have thoughts and comments, send he...

#69. Getting Fired From My Dream Corporate Job - Everything Happens in Divine Timing

We always hear the saying, “It will all fall into place at the right time.” But when’s the right time? Nobody really knows. Although, in this episode, Natalie shares how she finally sees how pieces eventually fall into place for her. ----more---- After a series of unfortunate events years ago, she didn’t know what God was trying to tell her. Natalie was confused and somehow disheartened, but a few weeks ago, she realized how getting fired from her dream corporate job happened for a reason. ----m...

#68. Be Unapologetic About Your Money - Money Mindset with Natalie Bullen

If you ask anyone, “Would you like to be rich?” They would answer yes faster than a blink of an eye. Who doesn’t want to be financially secure and enjoy the rest of their lives without worrying about a lack of resources and/or diseases? ----more---- Natalie Bullen is a money mindset coach and has helped entrepreneurs, especially women of color, into wealth by creating strategic plans that generate consistent $20k+ revenue months. This episode offers insight into how Natalie Bullen and Natalie Su...

#67. Your High-Paying Job is Keeping You Poor

This episode is perfect for you if you feel constricted, undervalued, stretched too thin, or burned out despite getting a good paycheck. ----more---- You might be thinking that the topic is contradicting, but there’s a reason behind it. That reason is a product of Natalie’s years of experience in the corporate world, excelling but not moving high enough. In this episode, she shares 5 reasons why staying at your high-paying job keeps you poor. ----more---- Ready your notes. You would want to note...

#66. How Making Your Customers Feel Special Can Change Your Business

Who doesn’t want to feel special? There is a higher chance of people saying they would like to feel special in any way possible. ----more---- This short episode is packed with stories, and tips on how you can make your customers feel special and how doing so could benefit you and your business. ----more---- Listen now to amp up your customer relationship game. ----more---- Loved this episode? Please share it on Instagram, and don’t forget to tag Natalie @for.the.success ! If you have thoughts an...

#65. Copywriter For The Stars: Sage Polaris’ Journey

Words have so much power. With the right combination of words, you can make or break something. For Sage Polaris, she chose to use her skill to help businesses grow using the right word combination through copywriting. ----more---- Although, it’s not an overnight success for Sage. In her 10 years of copywriting journey, she has had ups and downs as an entrepreneur, which Natalie is also familiar with. This episode is filled with anecdotes about women entrepreneurs and mothers and tips on copywri...

#64. Tips on Hiring Your First Employee When You Think You’re Not Ready

We were taught to believe that asking for help is a sign of weakness. I beg to disagree. I think strong people know when they need help, which makes them allot their energy to better things. Today, Natalie talks about how she hired her first long-term employee, Alexa, and how it was the first step in her hiring journey. ----more---- Entrepreneurs treat their businesses as their babies, and why would you entrust your baby to just anyone, right? So, Natalie shares helpful tips on choosing help in ...

#63. Can You Smoke Cannabis And Be Successful?

People are quick to judge something they barely understand. This episode is controversial, but Natalie found the courage to shed light on this topic. ----more---- Of course, substance abuse is different, and addiction is a medical condition. However, Natalie will be talking about the use of cannabis for medical purposes. ----more---- If you feel aloof towards people who openly say they smoke, it’s time to listen to this episode. You might change your mind afterward. ----more---- Loved this episo...

#62. 5 Simple Steps to Making Money on Instagram

Instagram can bring money to your company when appropriately utilized. If your company has been on Instagram, but you don’t see any progress, you might want to rethink what you are doing and listen to this episode. ----more---- Based on Natalie’s experience in growing businesses online, she has listed the five simple steps to making money on Instagram and shares them with you in this episode. ----more---- Note these down, apply them to your Instagram account, and it will surely amplify your Inst...

#61. The Social Media Landscape with Deanna Hinsz

I believe that competitors shouldn’t be treated as an enemy. Gone are the days when we pull each other down. It is the age of building community. Hence, in this episode, we have Deanna Hinsz, the CEO of CarbonSilk Marketing and Consulting Agency and podcast host of Business Coffee Break with Deanna Hinsz. ----more---- In this short but insightful episode, we talk about how we can be considered competitors, but we choose to connect and start building a friendship. Deanna has been in the field for...

#60. Think Outside the Box

As cliché as it sounds, no one ever grew by staying inside their comfort zone. Successful people stand out and take different routes. Great ideas build up inside you until that moment, and you will feel it’s time. ----more---- In this episode, Natalie shares how she went from one business to another and finally found her calling. As a CEO of a booming Social Media Agency, Natalie gives tips on how you can think outside the box, own your uniqueness, and flourish anywhere you desire. ----more---- ...

#59. Everything About Social Media and Podcasting with Jessica Dumas

This episode is a little different from the former episodes because Natalie will be answering the questions from her special guest, Jessica Dumas. ----more---- Jessica is a client turned friend of Natalie. She is a phenomenal speaker and coach, helping passionate women feel confident and supported to use their voices to take up space. ----more---- In this episode, Jessica and Natalie share the journey and learnings from putting up a business and utilizing social media while at it. These two boss...

#58. My Tinder Swindler Experience - EXCEPT EVEN WORSE!

We are interrupting our usual program to share this important story. When the universe gives you signs of danger, take off your rose-tinted glasses and see the red flags. ----more---- Who doesn’t love the perfect fairytale love story, right? We all want to experience that kind of romantic love to the point where people use that as a way to do bad things and hurt people. People do not accidentally hurt people repeatedly. It is a conscious act. ----more---- In this episode, Natalie shows vulnerabi...