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Money! It's something many of us have a love / fear relationship with.  At She Built This, we always encourage you to follow your dreams and passions BUT... we also all have mouths to feed, bills to pay, and roofs to keep over our heads!  If you're not making money in your business, you have a hobby not a business. In this episode with Zen Money Strategist and CFO and the founder of the Zen Money...

Today’s episode is a short and sweet and a little anecdote about my niece Annabel and the lesson I took away from it.  I have shared with you my holiday tradition of making Macaroons for the family and then bringing them to Christmas. This year, because we didn’t go visit our family in person, I made macaroons for everyone and shipped them with their presents. A couple of weeks ago, my niece, Anna...

Do you ever find yourself falling short of the hopes and goals that you set for yourself? In today's episode, I chat with Jami and Jeffery Downs, co-authors of Streaking: The Simple Practice of Conscious, Consistent Actions that Create Life-Changing Results.  We talk about the practice of "streaking" (which contrary to common belief is not just running about naked). By implementing this methodolog...

In She Built This, we encourage you to not be scared of your big ideas and to chase your dreams, no matter how BIG they are! But... what do you do when someone decides to take your idea and tear it down in one way or another? What if someone calls your baby ugly!?  In this episode, I talk about:  - Why it's important to choose your inner circle wisely when it comes to sharing your ideas - How you...

Join me in a special Sunday edition of the She Built This podcast, a lighthearted and positive interview with Dahlia Rizk of Buckle Me Baby Coats. This will be my last episode of 2020 and I so appreciate each and every one of you who have supported me and listened this past year!    In this episode:  Dahlia shares her WHY as well as all about her experience with the Sharks! The entire She Built Th...

Is writing a book on your list of goals for the New Year or in the near future? Mine too!  Join me in a conversation with Julie Anne Eason of Thanet House Books as she shares:  Why writing a book is one of the best investments a person can make in their business Where to start when you have a million ideas How a super-busy business owner can find TIME to write a book Her number one piece of advice...

Remember back at the beginning of 2020, when I told you my story about falling out an aerial yoga hammock? In today's episode, I am sharing how this year has been a little, well, like that.  I share some of my takeaways as we approach the finish line of this year, as well as how I think we can turn the beat around as we come face-to-face with some of the scars that may have reshaped us this year. ...

Today, we are playing Myth-Busters in my conversation with Stacey Nachajski of Embrace Social U! Join us in a conversation where we break down the four myths of social media and tell you why:  You do not need to have a gazillion plus followers You do not need to be in all the places You do not need to be PERFECT And... how it can be simple!  Episode Links: She Built This Flip the Script Virtual Ev...

Last year, I was nominated as the December NaughtyGood Bite Woman of the month for the theme, "Be Selfless". So, today, I bring on the NaughtyGood Bite Commander in Chief, herself, Lindsay Taylor for a discussion on what being selfless means, and maybe how that definition has changed a tad since last year! We talk about all the things including:  Big lessons and surprises about 2020 Our WHY's  Wha...

We've all likely been on the receiving end of those icky sales emails, ice cold LinkedIn messages, and mass Facebook Messenger sends. Today, we talk with Charlene DeCesare, of sales advisory firm, Firewalk Sales, about how to flip the script when it comes to your sales emails and language in general.  Today's episode highlights:  Flipping your own script from "Have To" and "Get To"  Our upcoming S...

Join your host, Emily Aborn, in a collaboration with Lindsay Taylor of NaughtyGood Bites as we bring you the  NaughtyGood face of November, Sheila Holmes. Sheila was chosen as the nominee for showing up and being her thankful, grateful, joyful self for the theme "Be Thankful". Sheila was nominated by Heather Heigis.  Each month, NaughtyGood Bites chooses a woman that was nominated by another in co...

Here is your permission slip to rest, stop forcing, and give yourself a much-needed break... even before you get tired!  In this super duper short episode, I share about my new M.O. in how I am approaching rest and taking TIME. And how sometimes, it's OK to cross things right off that list when they do not need to be there in the first place.  I also share my top-secret wish-making formula, which...

Does everyone need a website? And if so, WHY? What are some of the common mistakes people make when creating a website?  What are some things that MUST be included in our websites?  Wonder no more. My guest today, Robyn White of RDW Design Studio answers these questions and more! We talk about the importance of:   1. Having a clear call to action  2. Keeping things simple 3. Having a mobile-respon...

Tune in to today's She Built This podcast to hear our big announcement!    The She Built This VIP group "OPEN sign" has officially been flipped and we are ready for you to take a seat and join us and as we grow, collectively, to the next level! This is an invitation to join us as a VIP Founding Member and get in on the ground floor as we build this exclusive community providing you with support, r...

I missed you! I took a week off from the podcast to do some reflection, future planning, and mapping, and I was raring to go to record another episode.  In today's episode, I share:  The power of a single dollar  Three activities for you to do right now as you prepare for the rest of the year and begin to think of the coming year. By looking at your accomplishments, taking stock of past clients an...

Join your host, Emily Aborn, in a collaboration with Lindsay Taylor of NaughtyGood Bites as we bring you the  NaughtyGood face of October, Tina Howard. Tina was chosen as the nominee for showing up and being her bold and passionate self for the theme "Be Courageous". Tina was nominated by her daughter, Juliana Howard. Each month, NaughtyGood Bites chooses a woman that was nominated by another in c...

In this episode, Crystal Farley makes a return and joins me in a lively discussion. We kick back and go through some questions in the Proust Questionnaire. These questions can be used for:  Your next icebreaker question A fun date night activity  Small group discussion A journal prompt or writing prompt  Fodder for social media engagement  Getting to know friends, family, your spouse, or just abou...

Have you read Don Miguel Ruiz' book  The Four Agreements?  It is a short read that talks about four important principles or "agreements" if you will about how to make our lives better by reducing self-limiting beliefs and thought patterns.  The Four Agreements Are:  1. Be Impeccable With Your Word 2. Don't Take Anything Personally  3. Don't Make Assumptions  4. Always Do Your Best Here is my spin...

Join me in this episode where we get into some of the ins and outs of networking virtually! I dive into this in three short sections:  The ever-elusive "Elevator Pitch" Places to network, even during a pandemic Zoom Pet Peeves: ie. Me reading Facebook comments from listeners and of course some actual takeaways.  I share about the following networking resources:  Women 2 Women Networking out of Kee...

Join me in an inspiring conversation with Sarra Dennehy, State Director in New Hampshire for Best Buddies. We talk about Sarra's son Liam and the difference he has made in her life, her work in bringing Best Buddies to New Hampshire as well as how you can get involved and participate in some of the programs being offered at Best Buddies as they work towards providing opportunities for one-to-one f...

Join your host, Emily Aborn, in a collaboration with Lindsay Taylor of NaughtyGood Bites as we bring you the NaughtyGood face of September, Lanta Totten. Lanta was chosen as the nominee for showing up and being her perfectly imperfect self for the theme "Be Imperfect". Lanta was nominated by Andrea Hunt Watson.   Each month, NaughtyGood Bites chooses a woman that was nominated by another in conjun...

In this episode, we talk about something all of our businesses (and other aspects of our lives) need to thrive and that is... OUR BODIES!  Join me and my guest, Falguni Vashi of PelviCure in Nashua, NH as we talk about boundaries, self-care, drinking water, nutrition, and of course, yes... poop (#gottagothere) and how focusing on our self-care relates to a healthier, happier life and business.  I...

This past week, I went on "vacation". Which lasted all of 5 hours and 45 minutes before the shit hit the proverbial fan.  Through the experience, I gained some new insights into my own life, my business, and a bit of a method I will be using to get through future emotional, professional, and otherwise all-around "funks".  Please note: I swear a few times in this episode because #ican so it may not...

Join me in this awesome and eye-opening conversation with Megan Sumrell, Time Management and Productivity Coach. We answer a full docket of listener questions on anything from time management to the systems that help you get a better grasp on it.  We talk about: The importance of doing a Time Audit The truth behind procrastination Whether or not it's multi-tasking or context switching and why it m...

I had a lot of great ideas for today's episode, but nothing was exactly meshing together in my brain. Have you ever had that? Writer's block? Creator's block? Life block?    You all know I am not usually one that is short on words, but sometimes getting them to work the way I want them to leaves me... speechless!    Listen to how I (and many others) overcome writer's block, creator's block, and ge...