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We’re on a mission to uncover the science of self-made success. Join host Akua Konadu each week as she interviews some of the most brilliant minds in business—digging deep into the details and uncovering the strategies that turned entrepreneurial dreams into reality. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, and get paid faster with HoneyBook, and have business flow your way. Natalie Franke was th ...
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Hi I’m Cassie Lomas and this is my Podcast, “Make Up Your Life,” I have gathered together some of my fantastic friends and the people who have made an impact in my life and we will talk about just what makes up their life, of course being a make-up artist myself there is also plenty of chat about make-up and the products that I love. I hope you will find the show, fun and a great way to spend 40 minutes or so .. as I Make Up Your life
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Just a rad, traveling boudoir photographer, mentor & multipreneur based in the Midwest talking about life, love, sex, stress, setbacks, self-love, intimacy, emobdiment, happiness, authenticity & beyond. A podcast about everything and nothing all at once. Get ready, there’s a whole lot of truth telling, bullshitting and giggles. Stoked you’re here!
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Mark Levien interviews successful and aspiring creative to better understand how they have achieved their success. As there is an abundance of information on technical how-to information this podcast focuses on soft skills essential for any creatives such as expanding your comfort zone and dealing with failure. Hearing from actors, musicians and entrepreneurs this is an excellent podcast for any growth minded creative. Instagram & Facebook @thecreativeventure
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Welcome to the Lori Burke podcast. A place for you to dream big, expand your awareness, and believe in the power of the human spirit. I share the people in my life who have inspired me, who dare to share their magic. I talk about what’s lighting me up at the moment. I'll take you on the journey with me from being a teacher to musician to ever expanding entrepreneur, stay and home mom, All-American athlete, and podcaster. I share from my perspective as a woman, a wife, a mom, a friend, and a ...
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Today’s episode is a powerful truth bomb that all business owners need to hear: success is never linear. My guest, Melissa Mitchell, is a testament to that fact, and I think you’re going to love her story. Melissa owns a YouTube video marketing agency and coaching business and shares her unique journey of stepping back into a corporate role after e…
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Do you know the difference between being a business owner and a thought leader? If you don’t, you will by the end of this episode. My guest, Camille Campins-Adams is a bestselling author and book coach. She joins us to break down the skills you need to become a thought leader in your industry, how to grow your influence, and how to discover the mes…
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Here’s a legal tip that all business owners need to hear: stay ready so you don’t have to get ready. In this episode, lawyer Paige Griffith of The Legal Paige shares the lessons she’s learned after one of the hardest years in her business. Paige also shares how her perseverance led to her building a multi-six-figure business in a matter of months. …
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Are you holding onto tasks in your business that are keeping you from scaling? Maybe you think you’re the only person who can handle the details. If that’s you in business, you may have been hit with the curse of expertise. In today’s conversation, business strategist and leadership coach Audrey Joy Kwan joins us to talk about overcoming the curse …
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Shane "Swerve" Strickland (@)swerveconfident is a professional wrestler, rapper, actor, and Mogul Embassy leader. He is FKA Isiah Swerve Scott in WWE and in AEW he is back to his original name of Swerve Strickland. He sits down with McKenzie Mitchell in Orlando, FL to talk about his evolution of looks and appearance throughout the years, his experi…
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Running a business with your BFF can be a dream come true, but it also comes with a unique set of challenges. In this episode, I sit down with Shay Brown and Cassie Torrecillas, best friends turned co-founders of Bucketlist Bombshells. They share their incredible journeys, how they navigate friendship and business, and how they’ve turned their pass…
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Ryan Cabrera (@ryancabrera) is a platinum selling singer-songwriter. His major label debut, Take It All Away hit #8 on the Billboard 200 Album Charts and he has captured hearts of American music fans ever since. His tunes have been featured on multiple popular on television shows and movies such as Fantastic Four, Son of the Mask, Will and Grace, a…
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Are your biases holding you back as a business owner and person? In today’s episode, we’re making uncomfortable conversations comfortable and learning how to address our own biases so we can build impactful businesses. Alex Temblador joins us for a real conversation about how our biases can block the impact and influence of our businesses. Alex rem…
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John Hennigan (@johnhennigan) is a professional wrestler, actor, writer, producer, and stuntman. He is best known and FKA John Morrison in WWE. In 2002, John was the co-winner of Tough Enough with Matt Cappotelli where he went on to wrestle in OVW and ECW. Almost immediately in his early career he was a main player on the roster, wrestling the like…
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Do you dream of doing what you love as a solopreneur? In this episode, leadership and team operation consultant Tatiana O’Hara shares her journey from having a team to going solo. With refreshing radical honesty, she shares her full entrepreneurial journey with us, as well as what it looks like to be a successful business owner despite what others …
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In this episode, we sit down with Bekah Slider to dive deep into the art of kissing, the importance of effective communication in any relationship, whether it's intimate or not, and how to honor yourself, especially. Bekah shares her expert tips on how to make every kiss count, whether it’s your first or your hundredth. We explore the nuances of ex…
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Barbie Blank (@thebarbieblank) is an American model, professional wrestler, and influencer. She is FKA Kelly Kelly in WWE where she is former Divas Champion and was the first female to win the 24/7 Championship. Barbie started her career in ECW and would trailblaze in the industry for nearly a decade. Barbie is one of the youngest to have a success…
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Does busyness always equal more revenue for your business? The truth is…no, it doesn’t. If we want to grow sustainably, we need to be more strategic with how we spend our time, the services that we offer, and how to price them in a way that's going to grow our business. Business strategist Holly Haynes joins us on the show to talk about how we can …
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Kira Magnin-Forster (@)thetayavalkyrie) is a professional wrestler, fitness competitor, actress, and influencer. She is a multi-time champion in several promotions, holding the record for the longest reigns as Impact Knockouts and AAA Reina de Reinas Champion. Her background as a ballerina and gymnast set her up for her later career in wrestling, m…
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Are you experiencing slow growth in your business? In this episode, my guest Kayla Hollatz shares why slow growth is not a bad thing. Kayla is a copywriter and website strategist, and we have a much-needed conversation about how to honor ourselves and lead with intention in everything we do. Kayla also shares how she has evolved after walking throu…
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Jessica McKay (@jessicamckay) and Cassie Lee (@cassielee) are professional wrestlers, influencers, podcasters, former 2x champions, and new moms. Best known and FKA The Iiconics in WWE, they were tag team champions winning the titles at Wrestlemania 35. After their time in WWE, they had a run in TNA where they took on the name he IInspiration and b…
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Many business owners are timid about setting boundaries with their clients because they fear it will negatively impact their business. However, our guest on today’s episode found the opposite to be true. Becca Bunch is the founder and CEO of the social media marketing agency Homemade Social. When she and her team implemented new boundaries and syst…
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Chelsea Green (@chelseaagreen) is a Canadian professional wrestler, influencer, stunt woman, and actress. She is a former TNA Knockouts Champion and WWE Women's Tag Team Champion. Green trained under Lance Storm and has years of experience in the ring. She has been a featured character on the likes of NWA, Lucha Underground, Ring of Honor, and many…
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Do you want your website to make more money for your business? Today’s guest has tips to take your brand and website to the next level. Danielle Connor is a website designer who works with female business owners to create sites that convert. This episode is jam packed with tangible tips to improve your website, along with tips for staying true to y…
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Amanda Rose Saccomanno (@mandysacs) is an American professional wrestler, television personality, and fitness and figure competitor. FKA Mandy Rose, she is best known for her time in WWE as NXT Women’s Champion and the leader of Toxic Attraction. Amanda got her start in professional wrestling through Tough Enough and later was a featured character …
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What do you do when two celebrities steal your podcast name? On this episode, I’m joined by Phoebe and Caroline Connell, two sisters who host the Pretty Little Podcast, a Pretty Little Liars rewatch podcast. Phoebe and Caroline hosted this show for two years before two actresses from the show launched their own rewatch podcast with the same name. T…
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THREADS with MCKENZIE MITCHELL // EP 3 // TORRIE WILSON Torrie Wilson (@torriewilson) is an American model, former fitness competitor and professional wrestler. She is best known for her tenure in WWE. As a fitness competitor, Wilson won Miss Galaxy in 1999. Shortly after, she was signed by World Championship Wrestling, where she was a integral par…
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Are you looking for new ways to collaborate with other independent business owners? If so, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Danielle Wiebe, a community builder, collaboration expert, and business strategist who talks about how we can use creative collaborations and partnership strategies to reach our ideal clients. Danielle gives us so many t…
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Have you dreamt of leaving your corporate job to become a full-time podcaster? That’s exactly what Les Alfred did when she wanted to help other women like her find purpose, balance, and resources for self-development. Listen in as she shares all of her secrets, including how she built a loyal and successful community through her podcast. Les Alfred…
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Sharmell Huffman (@sharmellhuffman) is a professional wrestler, valet, pageant queen, professional dancer turned entrepreneur and actress. She is the wife of Booker T Huffman and played a crucial part in his career. Sharmell is now a WWE Hall of Famer for blazing a trail in WWE as one of the original WCW Nitro Girls. Outside of wrestling, her accom…
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How do you navigate friendships and deal with conflicts as a business owner? How can meaningful relationships impact your business success? Friendship educator Danielle Bayard Jackson joins us to talk about relationships and why they’re so important for your business and beyond. Danielle is an educator, publicist, and author of the book Fighting Fo…
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Did you know that outside of my full-time role as the host of the Independent Business for HoneyBook, I also own two businesses? Lately, I’ve been asked how I am managing my time as a full-time employee and business owner. Spoiler alert: it didn’t come easy or naturally and the transition was tough. In today’s short and sweet solo episode, I’m shar…
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Big news: Cheval, formerly known as Hayley Paige, is now Hayley Paige again! Nine months ago, she joined us on the show to talk about her lawsuit with her former employer. This lawsuit stripped her of her rights to use her name and brand, and that situation is what birthed Cheval. In May of 2024, it was announced that she regained full ownership an…
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Natalya Neidhart (@natbynature) is professional wrestler with over 2 decades of experience and knowledge! With 17 years under the WWE umbrella, she is a multi-time women's champion. Natalya is one of the only women to hold both the Diva's Championship and Smackdown Women's Championship. She is a 4th generational superstar as a member of the Hart Dy…
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Matt Cardona (@themattcardona) is a professional wrestler, Major Wrestling Figure podcast host, and owner of Big Rubber Guys toys and Major Bendies. He is FKA Zack Ryder in WWE and since his release in 2020, he has been a Death Match King, Indy God and Belt Collector, and has held championships all over the world. He sits down with McKenzie Mitchel…
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Jordynne Grace (@jordynnegrace) is a bodybuilder, powerlifter, professional wrestler and influencer. She is a Triple Crown TNA Knockouts Champion, currently in her third reign. Jordynne Grace recently made history when we showed up on WWE television to challenge for a title on NXT Battleground against Roxanne Perez. In this episode, Grace talks abo…
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Since 2023 there have been over 260,000 layoffs in the tech industry. As a result, people are taking the leap to start their own independent consulting business now more than ever before. There's no better time than now to get your business up and running or take your side hustle full-time. In this solo episode, I’m sharing why now is the time to s…
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How do you show up for your business in difficult seasons of life? Angie McPherson knows first hand just how big of a struggle it can be. After a cancer diagnosis in 2021, Angie went searching for support from both her community and others who had gone through her season of life. Listen in as she walks us through her entrepreneurial journey and sha…
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Threads with McKenzie Mitchell explores the intersection of fashion, sports, and entertainment, uncovering the stories behind the iconic looks from iconic moments. Each episode features in-depth interviews with athletes, entertainers, and fashion icons, revealing the personal and often emotional journeys behind their most memorable outfits. From th…
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Did you know that there is a science to copywriting? In this episode, I sit down with Christina Torres, copywriter and CEO of Run and Tell That Co. She shares the differences between selling as a product versus a service-based business, mistakes that business owners make when it comes to their copy, and how to loosen up your sales page buttons. Thi…
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Is your business supporting your life? In today’s episode, we’re joined by Ashlyn Carter, the founder and CEO of Ashlyn Writes. Ashlyn wasn’t always a business owner, but instead entered this journey due to her mental health forcing her to leave her corporate job. Listen in as she shares how she confidently integrates her own life stories into her …
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If you are a business owner that is looking for more ways to put yourself out there and gain more visibility in your business, this episode is for you. Mallory Blair, the CEO and co-founder of Small Girls PR, joins us for a very fun conversation on how business owners can find and pitch for various PR opportunities to help bring more exposure to th…
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As an independent business owner, you have the opportunity to create lasting impact with your business. You have the power to be a changemaker. In this episode, marketing strategist and author Erika Tebbens joins the show to talk about how we can gain more confidence and become changemakers in our business. From testifying before members of the Hou…
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Today's episode is a reminder that you are your superpower. Business development expert Terry Rice joins us to talk about the power of leaning into your gifts and proudly sharing your story. Our stories are powerful and Terry demonstrates how leaning in and inviting people into his journey has paid off for him and his business. The best way to stan…
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If you are a business owner who's in need of a reset, then this episode is for you. Justin Shiels is a creative consultant, speaker, and author of The Reset Workbook. He is on a mission to help guide business owners to meaningful breakthroughs so they can unleash their creative potential. We sat down for a fulfilling conversation on what it really …
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What does it look like to create a profit first business? Mike Michalowicz, the author of Profit First, joins us on the show to talk about the financial strategies we need to be implementing to create a successful and sustainable business. Throughout this episode, Mike reminds us that there is power in knowing your numbers and how you can use that …
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One in five independent business owners has lost money due to the lack of organization in their business. Creating systems that are strategic and efficient can be exactly what you need to propel your business forward. In today’s episode, we sit down with Amber McCue, the creator of the Modern CEO to discuss generating revenue with a focus on the cl…
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Entrepreneurship is full of ups and downs. The phrase, “that’s not fair” is all too familiar to far too many of us, yet we have the power to take back control of our journey and move forward. In today’s conversation, Jasmine Star gets extremely candid and vulnerable about her entrepreneurial journey. If you’re ready to continue moving forward in yo…
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The Independent Business Podcast launched one year ago this week, so what better way to celebrate than with a roundup of our favorite episodes? At the end of every interview, we ask our guests what they think is the biggest differentiator between the businesses that succeed and the ones that fail. In this episode, we’ve gathered some amazing answer…
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Welcome Nikki Mitchell! Here, she shares her story of being in the darkest place of her life and how CHOICE supported her in stepping into the most authentic and happy human she's ever been. She's a medium (She REALLY is, I experienced it first hand.) & owns a shop in upstate NY, Crystal & Moon Co. Here's her link for more info! https://crystalmoon…
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Welcome to CollabCast, an innovative bonus series where we're diving into the world of podcast crossovers. In today's bonus episode, we're highlighting The Angie McPherson Show. In this conversation, Angie brings in our host, Akua Konadu to discuss how you can elevate your content strategy through storytelling. Listen in as they explore different s…
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What does leadership look like to you as an independent business owner? Whether that looks like speaking on a stage, running a mentorship program, or supporting your clients, you are a leader. Today on the podcast, we sat down with Laylee Emadi, coach for speakers and creative educators, to talk about leadership in business. Laylee shares her journ…
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Over the past few years brands that we know and love have become more edgy and even unhinged in their marketing strategies—but what is unhinged marketing? Unhinged marketing leans into bolder, unconventional strategies to connect with your audience, from trending memes to funny brand voices, this type of strategy goes against the grain when it come…
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Tax season is upon us, and there is no doubt that filing your taxes can be a stressful time as an independent business owner. In fact, 62% of business owners reported that they had to learn how to do their taxes on their own. Today on the show, we are sitting down with Brittany Suttle, who is a CPA and founder of Knies and Co., a virtual CPA firm. …
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When done strategically, brand partnerships are a great way to increase visibility and revenue for your business. In fact, 71% of consumers say they enjoy co-branding partnerships. In today’s episode, we sit down with Ted Raad, the founder of Trend, one of the fastest growing influencer management and marketing companies in the US. Listen in as we …
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