Best Tools To Grow Your Canadian Business Podcasts (2025)

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The Scale of Canada's Deficit and What it Means: Lessons on Fiscal Policy with Trevor Tombe 39:13

1d ago39:13

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In this episode of Canada’s Economy, Explained, host Marwa Abdou sits down with Dr. Trevor Tombe, Professor of Economics at the University of Calgary and Director at the School of Public Policy. Tombe discusses the widening fiscal divide between Canada and the United States and what it means for Canada's economy, trade, and future stability. While …

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Summer Off Social: Wanna Try It With Me? 18:35

7h ago18:35

18:35

Please vote for our show as Best Business Podcast in this year’s Women in Podcasting Awards! *********** This one’s a bold one, friend. I’m officially declaring it: I’m taking the summer OFF social media. 🙌 This episode is for you if you’ve ever felt chained to your phone, stressed about what to post next, or just plain over the content hamster whe…

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Replay ~ Part 2 - Pocketed Story with Co-Founders Brianna Blaney and Aria Hahn 23:03

2d ago23:03

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Segment 2 continues ~ A candid convo with Pocketed Co-Founders Brianna Blaney and Aria Hahn from British Colombia, Canada. We are talking about the key ingredients which they implement to build Pocketed company culture as well as how to use the Pocketed platform to generate a list of grant funding opportunities. There is definitely a golden nugget …

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Replay ~ Pocketed Story with Entrepreneurs: Brianna Blaney and Aria Hahn 34:19

2d ago34:19

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Welcome to season three of the Canadian Side Hustle and Business Podcast! This week’s interview is with Brianna Blaney and Aria Hahn, the Co-Founders of Pocketed - a technology platform which will generate where the grant money is in Canada and much more. Brianna and Aria will share with you how the idea for Pocketed was seeded and how they validat…

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What Online Educators Need to Know About Custom GPTs 38:01

7d ago38:01

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Please vote for our show as Best Business Podcast in this year’s Quill Podcast Awards AND the Women in Podcasting Awards! *********** If you're still thinking custom GPTs are just for coders, think again. In this episode, I’m joined by Wendy Breakstone—AI strategist, educator, and the queen of turning tech into something actually useful for online …

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The Truth About Visibility and Instant Gratification 12:52

14d ago12:52

12:52

This is it—the final episode in our Vanity Metrics Detox series. And, oof, we're ending with a big one: the myth that visibility should create instant results. Been here for all four episodes? You’ve learned how to let go of performative visibility, focus on what actually moves the needle, and track what works. Now we’re bringing it all together an…

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Calm Before the Storm: Canada’s Economic Outlook & Recession Risk with Dawn Desjardins 26:05

22d ago26:05

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In this episode, host Marwa Abdou speaks with Dawn Desjardins, Chief Economist at Deloitte Canada, about the country's fragile economic outlook for 2025. Desjardins shares insights from Deloitte’s Calm Before the Storm report, which highlights falling interest rates, stable inflation, and household savings as economic supports — while new U.S. tari…

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Stack Your Visibility Wins—Don’t Start from Scratch [Vanity Metrics Detox Part 3] 15:12

21d ago15:12

15:12

Valerie the Visibility Auditor is now live! Get in on the launch special pricing here: https://kellysinclair.thrivecart.com/valerie-the-visibility-auditor/ Welcome to part three of our Vanity Metrics Detox series! If you haven’t listened to the first two episodes yet, go queue those up before diving in here because this series builds on itself—and …

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Building Picketa Systems From Scratch w/Founder Xavier Hébert-Couturier 32:42

25d ago32:42

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Great to be in conversation with Picketa Systems Founder Xavier Hébert-Couturier living in New Brunswick, Canada. Xavier comes with a background of deep farming roots and he is currently in growth mode for Picketa Systems, a new innovative agricultural technology company which is changing the way leaf testing is being conducted in the Agricultural …

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Is Your Visibility Strategic? This Scorecard Will Tell You [Vanity Metrics Detox Part 2] 13:41

28d ago13:41

13:41

In part two of the Vanity Metrics Detox series, we're breaking up with one of the most misleading habits in entrepreneurship: measuring likes instead of leads. Let’s be honest — those heart reactions on social might give you a little dopamine hit, but they’re not paying your bills, friend. I’m walking you through the strategy I personally use to ma…

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The Incoherent Case of Tariffs: Trade Talk with Chad Bown 29:05

1M ago29:05

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In this episode of Canada’s Economy, Explained, host Marwa Abdou sits down with Dr. Chad P. Bown, Reginald Jones Senior Fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics and former Chief Economist at the U.S. Department of State, to examine how new U.S. tariffs could impact Canada’s economy. Bown explains how Canada’s deep ties to U.S. s…

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The Visibility Trap That’s Wasting Your Time [Vanity Metrics Detox Series Part 1] 13:21

1M ago13:21

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Ever posted something just to look like you're marketing your business? Guilty. This is the kickoff episode of the Vanity Metrics Detox—a four-part series designed to help you stop wasting time on “looking visible” and start focusing on what actually gets you clients. Today we’re diving into performative visibility—aka the stuff you do that feels p…

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The #1 Marketing Strategy That Positions You as an Authority 14:03

1M ago14:03

14:03

Have you ever wondered what it really means to be a thought leader? Maybe you’ve heard the term, but you’re not sure how it applies to your business or why it even matters. Well, buckle up because this episode is for you! We’re diving into: What thought leadership actually is (spoiler: it’s NOT about being the most experienced person in the room) H…

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Canada’s Biggest Missed Opportunity: Women Entrepreneurs 29:11

2M ago29:11

29:11

This episode explores Canada’s gender gap in entrepreneurship with Isabelle Hudon, President and CEO of the Business Development Bank of Canada, and tackles the systemic barriers women face—especially in accessing capital. Drawing from BDL’s new report, Women Entrepreneurs: Canada’s Biggest Missed Business Opportunity, the discussion reveals why wo…

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The Truth About Being “Disorganized” (And How to Change It) 28:07

2M ago28:07

28:07

Raise your hand if you’ve ever lost hours of your life searching for that one important file, email, or sticky note buried in the abyss of your workspace. You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by Tracy Hoth, an organization coach who has landed in my life at exactly the right time. We’re talking about how to declutter your business, create …

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Surviving the Chaos: Business, Motherhood, and Trying to Stay Sane Podcast 12:22

2M ago12:22

12:22

Ever feel like you’re juggling way too much and just barely keeping it together? Welcome to the club. In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my life right now—a jam-packed season of parenting, business, travel, and just trying to eat like a real human. If you’re in the thick of it too, this one’s for you. We’re talking about: The madn…

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Your Voice is Your Power—Here’s How to Use It 38:25

2M ago38:25

38:25

What if the key to unlocking confidence in your voice wasn’t about being “ready” but about being resolved? Kimberly LaForte is a voice and speaking coach who helps entrepreneurs and leaders step into their power through embodied communication. She shares her personal journey—from struggling with debilitating speaking anxiety to owning her voice on …

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How Can Canada Navigate a World of Trump-ed Trade? 26:18

2M ago26:18

26:18

U.S. tariffs threaten Canada’s economy and will put industries, jobs, and supply chains at risk. According to the Business Data Lab, $3.6 billion in goods and services cross the border daily as part of our $1.3 trillion trade relationship. Trump's 25% tariff on goods could shrink Canada’s GDP by a whopping 2.6%. Mairead Lavery, former President and…

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Pivoting? Here’s Why You’re Not Actually Starting Over 16:01

2M ago16:01

16:01

Have you ever felt like making a big shift in your business means erasing everything you’ve built? I’ve been there. Right now, I’m navigating a huge evolution in my business—one that’s both exciting and terrifying—and I wanted to share the messy middle with you. If you’re at a crossroads, wondering if pivoting means starting from scratch, this epis…

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Selling Coaching? You’re Doing It Wrong 47:42

3M ago47:42

47:42

If you’re a coach, teacher, or expert offering transformation to your clients, you need to hear this. Stacey Brass-Russell is here to break down why selling transformation is completely different from selling information—and why understanding this can make or break your business. We’re getting into the reality of selling coaching services, the myth…

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My Secret AI Assistant (and Why You Need One) 17:35

3M ago17:35

17:35

AI is here, and it's changing everything. If you haven't started integrating AI into your business yet, you need to—because it's not just a trend; it's the future. In this episode, I’m diving into how AI has completely transformed the way I create content, run my podcast, and even strategize my visibility. I’ve built my own AI assistant (shoutout t…

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How to Get Your Audience to Trust You Instantly 38:20

3M ago38:20

38:20

What if you could instantly build trust with your audience—without a single coffee chat, sales call, or endless hours of content creation? That’s exactly what Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker Mariana Henninger helps entrepreneurs do through the power of storytelling and brand videos. In this episode, we dive deep into the psychology of trus…

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Canada’s Productivity — An Emergency 40 Years in the Making 23:05

3M ago23:05

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This episode of The Business Data Lab Podcast explores Canada’s “productivity emergency” and why the country ranks second-lowest in the G7 for labour productivity. Host Marwa Abdou, Senior Research Director, and Andrew DiCapua, Economist at the BDL, break down the challenges—from 11 consecutive quarters of negative productivity growth to underinves…

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Economic Outlook 2025: Predicting What's Ahead for Canada 18:55

3M ago18:55

18:55

In this episode of Canada’s Economy Explained: The Business Data Lab Podcast, host Marwa Abdou speaks with Stephen Tapp, Chief Economist, and Patrick Gill, Senior Director, about the key economic predictions shaping Canada in 2025. The conversation covers affordability pressures, labour disruptions, immigration slowdowns, and the potential impact o…

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About the BDL Podcast 2:00

3M ago2:00

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Welcome to The Business Data Lab Podcast: Canada's Economy, Explained. An initiative of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. Hosted by Senior Research Director Marwa Abdou, this podcast features insightful discussions with economists and business leaders. Listen in for deep, expert analysis of Canada's top economic trends to help you make sense of the…

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Embodying Human Design in Your Business (Part 2) 43:17

3M ago43:17

43:17

Welcome to part two of our series on integrating Human Design in business! Make sure to listen to part 1 before you dive into this episode. This is an honest and deep conversation about identifying and integrating what is true for you and how that can make you feel more in alignment with your path, personally and in business. I can’t even summarize…

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Embodying Human Design in Your Business (Part 1) 1:03:17

4M ago1:03:17

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Welcome to a special two-part series all about integrating Human Design in business! In this first episode, you’re getting a behind the curtain look inside my Human Design journey as a bit of a case study while my friend (and Human Design expert) Mia Poulsen interviews me about my journey to self-alignment through Human Design. This candid conversa…

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How to Get Paid to Get Leads 41:35

4M ago41:35

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I’m excited to share a behind-the-scenes look at a recent collaboration where I joined forces with four dynamic professionals that serve course creators and coaches. Together, we explore the power of offering digital products for just $1 to significantly grow our email lists while making a little cash! You'll get firsthand insights into our strateg…

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Why Your Last Launch Didn’t Work Like You Wanted 51:16

4M ago51:16

51:16

Don’t miss Behind the Launch, an intimate audio series where you Eavesdrop on private conversations with industry experts and uncover what's working for launches NOW! Sign up free here. **** There are lots of different strategies out there for launching your offers. Live launches to evergreen launches. Holding launch or “conversion” events like cha…

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Plan Your Best Year on Your Timeline 18:14

4M ago18:14

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In this episode, we’re diving into how to start the new year on your terms. Forget the pressure to have your goals perfectly set by January 1st—this is all about crafting a year that aligns with your unique timeline. You’ll hear why flexibility and intuition are key when planning your best year yet, and I’ll share four simple reflection questions t…

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My 2024 Visibility Non-Negotiables: Wins, Lessons, and What’s Next 27:02

4M ago27:02

27:02

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my year in business and visibility. Spoiler: 2024 wasn’t a banner year financially, but it was full of lessons, exploration, and rediscovery. I’m sharing my honest reflections, from visibility strategies that worked to the tough moments of figuring out what truly lights me up in my business. You’ll h…

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Permission to Indulge: A Holiday Message for You 10:24

5M ago10:24

10:24

In this special holiday episode, I’m sharing a heartfelt message to help you navigate the overwhelm of December. Consider this your official permission slip to indulge in whatever brings you joy this season—whether that’s cheesy Christmas movies, cookies and wine, or simply taking time for yourself. I’ll share my own plans for embracing the magic a…

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The Real Secret to Getting Through the Tough Times in Your Business 38:16

5M ago38:16

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The internet would sometimes lead us to believe that it’s all sunshine and roses once you start making 6-figures in your business. This is the “unpopular” conversation about facing and walking through the tough times and how those challenges can show up at any phase of business. Your vision is allowed to change and you can change your offers, busin…

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How to Know When You’re Ready for Meta Ads 43:00

5M ago43:00

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Even if you haven’t thought about using Meta ads yet, don’t skip this episode. If you’ve been burned by ads and never want to use them again, also don’t skip this episode. Kwadwo Sampany-Kessie is an ads expert who gives it to us straight in this very helpful chat where you will discover: Why you should NEVER hit the “boost post” button on Instagra…

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The Invisible Schedule: Mastering Time You Didn’t Know You Had 35:56

5M ago35:56

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Let’s be honest: the holiday season is probably one of the most chaotic times of the year- so you’re going to want to get into this episode right now! What if you could accomplish all your business tasks without adding more to your already packed schedule? In this episode, we’ll explore the concept of "invisible time"—those small, overlooked pocket…

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Stop Wasting Time on Visibility That Doesn’t Work—Here’s What to Do Instead 26:07

6M ago26:07

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Don’t miss out on Black Friday Deal Week Nov. 25 - Dec. 1! www.ksco.ca/blackfriday Are you chasing numbers or chasing impact with your visibility strategy? In this episode, we’re diving into a critical topic for entrepreneurs who want their visibility efforts to actually pay off. Spoiler alert: it’s not about being everywhere or getting in front of…

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How I’m Really Feeling After 100 Podcast Episodes! 29:40

6M ago29:40

29:40

Wow, 100 episodes. Hitting record on this one feels surreal. When I started this podcast, I didn’t fully grasp how much it would impact my business, my confidence, and even my community. Reaching this milestone has me feeling proud of the journey and impressed by the sheer consistency it took to get here (and trust me, there were days when life tri…

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What’s the Difference Between Branding and Marketing? 42:25

6M ago42:25

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This episode was recorded LIVE and in-person during Small Business Week. This in-depth conversation covers the steps to developing a brand, from messaging to visuals to marketing. You’ll hear from three experts with different backgrounds as we share our various perspectives on the topic of “what makes a strong brand?” How do you decide on your bran…

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If You Want to Be More Visible in 2025, Do This Now 31:57

6M ago31:57

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Get exclusive access to a conversation from the Let Yourself Be Seen Summit hosted by Mitzi McMahon.You can connect with her here. We’re unpacking: how to get out of your own way so that you can show up and get visible the “future you” mindset that helps you do things even when you don’t want to what actually counts as visibility Visibility strateg…

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Ease Into Visibility With This Visibility Layering Technique 25:10

7M ago25:10

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If visibility seems intimidating and you don’t know if you’re “ready” to jump in, this episode is for you! We unpack how visibility is like layers in a cake, you start with the foundations and slowly build on as you get more clarity and more confidence. Listen in to discover: Where to start when it comes to visibility What should you do first for v…

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How to Run Your Best Black Friday Campaign EVER 37:50

7M ago37:50

37:50

Looking to boost your revenue during Black Friday 2024? Meet Gemma Bonham-Carter, online course and digital product pro, who has mastered the strategy to create your most successful Black Friday Campaign EVER! She calls it “5 Days of Deals” and not only will it help you make more sales this Black Friday, it can help you shape your entire business s…

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Visibility Without the Algorithm 33:22

7M ago33:22

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Do you have to be constantly posting on social media to be successful in your business? I have strong feelings about this! While social media is free to use and can get you connected with people all around the world, it’s dangerous to invest too much of your time creating content and trying to grow your followers. Listen in on this episode to hear:…

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4 Non-Intimidating Visibility Strategies to Grow Your Audience in 10 Min/Day 34:28

7M ago34:28

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In this fully transparent case study from 90 days in my own business, we walk through 4 key strategies that take the intimidation factor out of getting visible. You’ll discover: The Visibility Elevation Matrix and how to choose the right strategies that will work for your unique business How to build a visibility habit in under 10 minutes a day The…

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Get Your Custom Visibility Plan Right Here! 33:31

8M ago33:31

33:31

Want a custom visibility strategy made for you by an award-winning marketer with over 15 years experience? I want to build it for you! If you’re a service-based business, like a coach, course creator, consultant with an online or offline business, and you want to grow your audience with more ideal clients so you can increase your sales, this episod…

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How to Find $10K in 10 Minutes! 42:02

8M ago42:02

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VOTE FOR US in the Women in Podcasting Awards before Oct.1 ________________ Belinda Rosenblum is on a mission to help more women entrepreneurs become millionaires! As entrepreneurs, our potential for making money is unlimited. It’s just a matter of putting together these three core pillars: Money Story Money Systems Money Strategy In this episode, …

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The Visibility Secret Behind Every Successful Launch 19:20

8M ago19:20

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VOTE FOR US in the Women in Podcasting Awards! ________________ If you have big goals for your business in the next quarter and in 2025, your results come from the action you start taking today. Whether you're thinking about launching a new offer or simply want to build more trust and connection with your audience, this episode is packed with pract…

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What Post Malone Can Teach Us About Marketing 19:28

8M ago19:28

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VOTE FOR US in the Women in Podcasting Awards (one vote per person): https://womeninpodcasting.net/entrepreneur-school/ ________________ Post Malone recently dropped a country album that is absolutely blowing up on the charts! Here’s my thoughts on his marketing strategy and how you can borrow it to boost your visibility too. In this episode, we di…

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How I Landed 5 Speaking Gigs in 1 Day! 22:59

8M ago22:59

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VOTE FOR US in the Women in Podcasting Awards (one vote per person): https://womeninpodcasting.net/entrepreneur-school/ ________________ Amidst a summer of vacations and kids being home from school, I managed to land 5 speaking gigs in one day! No pitching, no applications, no paid group opportunities - these were all organic invitations that came …

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Building Biz Confidence with Your Personal Brand Style 46:06

9M ago46:06

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VOTE FOR US in the Women in Podcasting Awards (one vote per person): https://womeninpodcasting.net/entrepreneur-school/ --------- Let’s talk about fashion and how your style contributes to your energy, confidence and brand! Meet Katie, brand style strategist who I could have talked to forever about: How to express your brand with your clothing Why …

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Create Scroll-Stopping Copy That Resonates With Your Audience 31:49

9M ago31:49

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VOTE FOR US in the Women in Podcasting Awards (one vote per person): https://womeninpodcasting.net/entrepreneur-school/ --------- Whether you know it or not, you write copy for your business every day. From emails, social media posts, to website copy or sales pages. This episode is all about honing in on this skill to make your copy more effective …

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