Welcome to CollabCast, an innovative bonus series where we're diving into the world of podcast crossovers. In today's bonus episode, we've joined forces with an incredibly talented podcaster and former guest, Tori Dunlap. On her chart-topping podcast, Financial Feminist, Tori recently sat down with Shannah Game to discuss money stories, working through money trauma, and finding healthier financial practices. If you love this episode be sure to check out Financial Feminist and hit the follow butt...
Oct 11, 2023•55 min
One of the most critical components of running a successful independent business is sales. You’re constantly trying to determine how to book your next client and do it strategically so that you’re only working with the right clients. Today’s guest, Chris Do, is an Emmy Award-winning designer, Director, CEO, and the founder of The Futur, an online education platform set to support 1 billion entrepreneurs in the pursuit of doing what they love. In today’s episode, we explore how to determine your ...
Oct 04, 2023•48 min
When you start an independent business, the odds are stacked against you. But what if you could defy them? That is precisely why I am sitting down to speak with Diana Wei Fang, a systems architect and breakthrough coach. Diana has supported hundreds of businesses in architecting their systems such that people can do more of what they love, and the business can run even when they're sleeping. On this episode, we talk about everything from the nitty gritty details of systems to the mindset shifts ...
Sep 27, 2023•48 min
Did you know that 85% of small businesses agree that word-of-mouth marketing brings them the most new customers? Despite this, most marketing advice for independent business owners centers on social media instead of the power of community-led growth. On this episode, Matt Gartland joins us to discuss the future of growth for your independent business. As an entrepreneur with 10-plus years of experience and four exits under his belt, he specializes in online companies that operate in a combinatio...
Sep 20, 2023•44 min
Did you know that 72% of independent business owners didn't know that they were going to become entrepreneurs when they started their career? Today on the podcast, I have the honor of speaking with Ashley Menzies Babatunde, a Harvard law graduate who became an accidental entrepreneur. Ashley is the host of the No Straight Path podcast, a career coach, storyteller, and extraordinary entrepreneur. She’s giving us a behind-the-scenes look into her nonlinear career path, along with the lessons she’s...
Sep 13, 2023•42 min
Are you one of the 96% of people who don’t feel as though they’re living up to their fullest potential? Or are you one of the 4% that truly believes they've maxed out their capacity in terms of everything they are capable of? I had the opportunity to sit down with the New York Times best-selling author of All It Takes Is a Goal , Jon Acuff. All It Takes Is a Goal is Jon Acuff's eighth book. Jon talks to us about goal setting, living up to your potential, and the roadblocks that often keep us fro...
Sep 06, 2023•42 min
Imagine that the very opportunity you’ve been working for your entire career has been handed to you. You get handed a contract that you sign right away. Ten years later, that very contract threatens to take away the industry that you love, the work that you've done your entire career, and even your name. Today on the podcast we are talking with former bridal designer Hayley Paige, now known as Cheval. After leaving her former employer and dealing with a massive lawsuit, Cheval has had to reinven...
Aug 30, 2023•39 min
Welcome to our first CollabCast, an innovative bonus series where we're diving into the world of podcast crossovers. In today's bonus episode, we've joined forces with an incredibly talented podcaster, friend, HoneyBook educator, and former guest of the show Ellen Yin. On her chart-topping podcast, Cubicle to CEO, Ellen recently sat down with Amy Porterfield to talk about her $7.5 million launch and the strategies that got her there. Get ready to soak in a wealth of knowledge and go behind the c...
Aug 23, 2023•58 min
What would it look like if you were to stop allowing fear to hold you back, get out of your own way, and go for your dreams? What does it take to be gutsy? My brand-new book, Gutsy explores just that. On today’s episode, Akua Konadu steps into the role of podcast host here on the Independent Business Podcast to ask me about my upcoming book. Gutsy is a rallying cry for all current and hopeful independent business owners. It’s the kick in the pants you need to stop letting fear hold you back from...
Aug 09, 2023•49 min
What does it really take to run a multi-seven-figure business as a photographer and educator? Today on the podcast, I have the honor of chatting with a long-time friend of mine and also one of the most world-renowned photographers in my lifetime. Katelyn James is a trailblazer and a trendsetter who has built a business that generates over $250,000 every single month. In this conversation, we pull back the curtain and talk about what it truly takes to make that sort of revenue, including the thin...
Aug 02, 2023•52 min
Ready for the ultimate behind-the-scenes look into success on TikTok? Today's guest turned a single TikTok video into 100,000 email subscribers, and she’s sharing her secrets on today’s episode. Tori Dunlap is a financial expert and the author of the New York Times Bestselling book Financial Feminist. She’s an incredible creator and I’m so excited for you to learn from her success. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook , the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book cl...
Jul 26, 2023•45 min
How do you combat self-doubt and imposter syndrome as an independent business owner? Jeffrey Shaw started his self-employment lifetime career at the age of 14 years old, selling eggs door to door. In this episode, he’s empowering you with the tools you need to move past the hurdle of self-doubt to pursue your dreams. As an adult, Jeffrey Shaw created a highly successful portrait photography business, where his images now hang in the halls of Harvard and have been featured on Oprah. Today he is a...
Jul 19, 2023•40 min
When it comes to AI, one of the biggest challenges that business owners face is discerning when to lean into this new technology and when not to use it. How do you take advantage of automation and streamline your business while still maintaining a fingerprint on the outcome? On today’s episode, I sat down with technology educator and content creator LaShonda Brown to talk about this very dilemma. LaShonda does an amazing job of making tech accessible so that you can do more in your business and ...
Jul 12, 2023•47 min
Meta Threads has been a major topic of conversation online. Threads is essentially positioning itself as one of the most successful social media app launches ever by capturing the attention of 73 million users in a matter of days. Akua and I sat down to share five of the biggest lessons we took away from the launch of Meta Threads (and no, we’re not talking about how you can use it as a business owner). Sneak peek is that our final takeaway is spicy . The Independent Business podcast is powered ...
Jul 10, 2023•38 min
Have you ever struggled with the speed of your own success—or lack thereof? Does it ever feel like sometimes you are staying stagnant, even perhaps getting stuck while the rest of the world is accelerating towards their dreams? Well, today on the podcast, Mary Marantz joins us as we discuss the power of slow growth. Mary Marantz is a best-selling author, entrepreneur, and keynote speaker, who has made a career out of understanding the power of growing slowly and the impact that we can have on ot...
Jul 05, 2023•44 min
Today we are talking about one of the biggest differentiators in the self-made success equation: community. Trust me, community is not a fluffy topic or something that’s “nice” to have. It’s a requirement when it comes to success in your independent business. Airam Dato-on, an Orlando-based photographer and creative community builder joins us to share about his work in building communities across the United States through events, meetups, and challenges with Pexels. The Independent Business podc...
Jun 28, 2023•42 min
Do you know how to find magic in your everyday? My conversation with the incredible Mattie James will encourage all independent business owners to embrace their own magic. Listen in as Mattie shares how she has learned to find the everyday magic amidst the chaos of wearing several hats and juggling responsibilities as a business owner, wife, and mom. This conversation will inspire you to find and create your own magic. Mattie is the best-selling author of Everyday Magic: The Joy of Not Being Eve...
Jun 21, 2023•42 min
Did you know there is an epidemic that impacts half of all CEOs and is as dangerous for your health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day ? It’s the loneliness epidemic. In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about the current friendship recession and loneliness epidemic with the award-winning journalist, best-selling author, and founder Antonio Neves. Before we dive into today's episode, please note that this episode contains conversations and statistics around loneliness, mental health,...
Jun 14, 2023•37 min
In business, we don’t know what the future holds. Uncertainty can feel overwhelming and cause fear, however, change is inevitable so we must learn to adapt to it. In this conversation, we’re joined by Jason Feifer, editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, keynote speaker, podcast host, and author to discuss the fear of change and how as business owners, we can turn that fear into fuel and forward progress. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook , the all-in-one platform for an...
Jun 07, 2023•37 min
Millennials make up the largest cohort in the current workforce but control only about 5% of total wealth. For millennials to have the same amount of wealth that baby boomers did at this age, we would have to quadruple what we have today. The reality is generating wealth and retaining wealth is harder now than ever before. Dominique Broadway joins us to share her own story with money—from broke to becoming a multi-millionaire. Listen in as she discusses how you can reframe your mindset around we...
May 31, 2023•48 min
When we talk about the science of self made success, we're not just talking about sales, marketing, and data analytics. We're also talking about things that are difficult to quantify—the human being behind the business, the one whose heart and soul makes all of the magic happen—yes, we’re talking about you. In today's episode, we are sitting down with one of my favorite poets, authors and actors, Arielle Estoria, to dig into the process of unfolding to discover who you were always meant to be. T...
May 24, 2023•38 min
How can creators set up security in their businesses? What is the future of work and technology? How many revenue streams should every creative business have? In this conversation with Jay Clouse, we’re going deep into the nitty-gritty of running a creative business. From managing cash flow to adapting to technology, he’s giving us a behind-the-curtain look into his success. Jay is the founder of Creator Science, which helps you become a smarter creator. He previously led the community experienc...
May 17, 2023•51 min
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the landscape of not only our future, but also how independent businesses are running. Dawn Richardson of Tech Savvy Creative is taking us on a deep dive of what this means for independents by sharing the big picture of AI and why you should be integrating AI into your business. She covers what beneficial tools are available to start implementing now. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook , the all-in-one platform for anyone with client...
May 10, 2023•51 min
Did you know that 34% of independent business owners have zero retirement savings plan for themselves? It can be easy when you run a business to put things like saving for retirement on the back burner, because, frankly, you're busy. In this conversation, Ankur Nagpal and Jess Catorc, the cofounders of Ocho Wealth, join us to discuss why independents struggle with saving for retirement, share how we can reframe our mindset around creating wealth, and give you some tactical tools that you can imp...
May 03, 2023•34 min
The majority of independent business owners do not believe that the government is doing enough to support them or even understand their needs. In this conversation, we are chatting with America’s government teacher, Sharon McMahon to discuss the intricacies of the government and how independent business owners can approach business advocacy. Over the last few years, Sharon has used her platform to inspire, uplift, educate, and do an immense amount of good in this world. Listen in as she shares h...
Apr 26, 2023•37 min
If you’re intrigued by data, today’s episode is for you. We’re discussing nine stats that every independent business owner needs to know based on the findings of the recent HoneyBook and Harris Poll survey on independent businesses . Akua Konadu joins us to discuss these important stats while also unpacking our own lived experiences regarding each. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook , the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid f...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Can you really use your business to change the world? Danielle Coke has certainly done it with her brand, Oh Happy Dani , a lifestyle brand and educational platform that uses artwork and resources to encourage hope, inspire justice, and make complex ideas accessible. Driven by her desire to help everyday advocates do good daily in their spheres of influence, Danielle shares how you can use your passions and skills to change the world. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook , th...
Apr 19, 2023•44 min
Is it a terrible time to start an independent business? Is there such a thing as a bad time to start a good business? As economic headwinds like inflation, rising supply costs, labor shortages, and so many other challenges that come with a recession impact our society, we’re all experiencing nerve-racking economic uncertainty. In this conversation, Donald Miller shares his own journey of growing from four employees working out of a basement to a $15 million operation in just six years. The Indep...
Apr 11, 2023•46 min
We know the importance of the know, like, and trust factors when it comes to marketing your business, but did you know that your clients are more likely to trust you if they have the ability to make eye contact with you? That’s where video marketing plays a major role. In this conversation, XayLi Barclay joins us to share how you can level up your video marketing game and strategy! The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook , the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book cl...
Apr 11, 2023•35 min
What is it like to go from a cubicle to being the CEO of your own company? Five years ago, Ellen Yin quit her corporate marketing job without a backup plan. She then turned a single $300 freelance contract as a marketing consultant into a seven-figure business. In this conversation, Ellen is sharing what that journey looked like for her, how some independent business owners go into entrepreneurship without realizing they want to run a business in the first place, and how you can begin embracing ...
Apr 11, 2023•34 min
