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137. Marketing, Management, and Metrics with Carlyn Bushman
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Are you struggling in your marketing efforts? Look no further than the latest episode of Life After Corporate, where your host, Deb Boulanger sits down with Carlyn Bushman, founder and CEO of Carlyn Bushman Consulting. From pricing models to holiday planning campaigns, she offers practical tips on how to launch new offerings and services. This is a must-listen for any entrepreneur who wants to lead their team with confidence. With her expertise in metrics tracking and strategy execution, Carlyn offers practical tips on how to measure what works and build trust with your stakeholders. From marketing to management to technology, she covers the topics that matter most for small business success. So if you're ready to take charge of your business finances and launch new offerings with financial awareness, grab a pen and paper. You’ll be taking notes!
[00:01 7:32] Women in Business and Breaking the Glass Ceiling
Corporate world can present challenges and biases for women
Women in leadership can inspire and mentor other women
Glass ceiling can be broken through with hard work, perseverance, and networking
Metrics and dashboards can help entrepreneurs understand the health of their business and make informed decisions
[7:33 -18:06] Building a Successful Business
Success in business requires learning from mistakes and failures
Direct-to-consumer and wholesale can be effective sales models, depending on the company's goals
Building a team and delegating responsibilities can help entrepreneurs focus on the bigger picture
Managing finances is crucial for a company's survival
[18:07 - 26:37] Benefits of Measuring Business Metrics
Measuring success helps you identify areas for improvement and growth
It allows you to make data-driven decisions instead of relying on guesswork
Measuring success helps you stay accountable to yourself and your team
It provides a clear picture of what's working and what's not, so you can focus on what matters most
Make sure to visit Carlyn’s website for some free resources. (link below)
[26:38 - 33:18] Advice for Aspiring Women Entrepreneurs
Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices. Learning is an important part of personal growth for entrepreneurs
Opportunities for personal growth can come from collaborating with other thought leaders or participating in educational programs
Arizona State University's Center for Entrepreneurship is a cutting-edge program that offers opportunities for entrepreneurs to develop their skills and knowledge
By embracing new challenges and continuing to learn, entrepreneurs can achieve personal growth while building successful businesses
[33:19 - 34:25] Closing Segment
Connect with Carlyn Bushman through the links below
Follow us on social media and leave a review
Final words
Connect with Carlyn Bushman
Website: Home - Carlyn Bushman Consulting
Facebook: CMB Brands | Facebook
Instagram: @carlynbushmanconsulting
LInkedIn: Carlyn Bushman(Entrepreneur Expert-Strategy➡️Execution)
Here are some another episodes you might enjoy as well:
To hear all the prior episodes, go to: Podcast - Life After Corporate Podcast
Ep 114. Knowing Your Worth with Barbara Huson
Ep 113. Love Your Numbers with Ruchi Pinniger
Tweetable Quotes:
"Entrepreneurship is not necessarily a linear journey, it is more of a circular journey" …Carlyn Bushman
"I started a handbag company. I went completely opposite, stepped out of healthcare entirely and decided, well, I have all this background and all this knowledge. Surely I can just start this handbag company."... Carlyn Bushman
SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A FIVE-STAR REVIEW and share this podcast to other growing entrepreneurs!
Get weekly tips on how to create more money and meaning doing work you love and be one of the many growing entrepreneurs in our community. CLICK HERE to join our private Facebook Group!
Connect with me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or checkout our website at www.lifeaftercorporatepodcast.com
179 episodes
Manage episode 364911302 series 2628829
Are you struggling in your marketing efforts? Look no further than the latest episode of Life After Corporate, where your host, Deb Boulanger sits down with Carlyn Bushman, founder and CEO of Carlyn Bushman Consulting. From pricing models to holiday planning campaigns, she offers practical tips on how to launch new offerings and services. This is a must-listen for any entrepreneur who wants to lead their team with confidence. With her expertise in metrics tracking and strategy execution, Carlyn offers practical tips on how to measure what works and build trust with your stakeholders. From marketing to management to technology, she covers the topics that matter most for small business success. So if you're ready to take charge of your business finances and launch new offerings with financial awareness, grab a pen and paper. You’ll be taking notes!
[00:01 7:32] Women in Business and Breaking the Glass Ceiling
Corporate world can present challenges and biases for women
Women in leadership can inspire and mentor other women
Glass ceiling can be broken through with hard work, perseverance, and networking
Metrics and dashboards can help entrepreneurs understand the health of their business and make informed decisions
[7:33 -18:06] Building a Successful Business
Success in business requires learning from mistakes and failures
Direct-to-consumer and wholesale can be effective sales models, depending on the company's goals
Building a team and delegating responsibilities can help entrepreneurs focus on the bigger picture
Managing finances is crucial for a company's survival
[18:07 - 26:37] Benefits of Measuring Business Metrics
Measuring success helps you identify areas for improvement and growth
It allows you to make data-driven decisions instead of relying on guesswork
Measuring success helps you stay accountable to yourself and your team
It provides a clear picture of what's working and what's not, so you can focus on what matters most
Make sure to visit Carlyn’s website for some free resources. (link below)
[26:38 - 33:18] Advice for Aspiring Women Entrepreneurs
Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices. Learning is an important part of personal growth for entrepreneurs
Opportunities for personal growth can come from collaborating with other thought leaders or participating in educational programs
Arizona State University's Center for Entrepreneurship is a cutting-edge program that offers opportunities for entrepreneurs to develop their skills and knowledge
By embracing new challenges and continuing to learn, entrepreneurs can achieve personal growth while building successful businesses
[33:19 - 34:25] Closing Segment
Connect with Carlyn Bushman through the links below
Follow us on social media and leave a review
Final words
Connect with Carlyn Bushman
Website: Home - Carlyn Bushman Consulting
Facebook: CMB Brands | Facebook
Instagram: @carlynbushmanconsulting
LInkedIn: Carlyn Bushman(Entrepreneur Expert-Strategy➡️Execution)
Here are some another episodes you might enjoy as well:
To hear all the prior episodes, go to: Podcast - Life After Corporate Podcast
Ep 114. Knowing Your Worth with Barbara Huson
Ep 113. Love Your Numbers with Ruchi Pinniger
Tweetable Quotes:
"Entrepreneurship is not necessarily a linear journey, it is more of a circular journey" …Carlyn Bushman
"I started a handbag company. I went completely opposite, stepped out of healthcare entirely and decided, well, I have all this background and all this knowledge. Surely I can just start this handbag company."... Carlyn Bushman
SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A FIVE-STAR REVIEW and share this podcast to other growing entrepreneurs!
Get weekly tips on how to create more money and meaning doing work you love and be one of the many growing entrepreneurs in our community. CLICK HERE to join our private Facebook Group!
Connect with me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or checkout our website at www.lifeaftercorporatepodcast.com
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