Small Business Happy Hour

Join Holly and Derek as they sit down for an exclusive interview with Maria Chapman, the founder of Connected Ghostwriting. Listen in to discover the ins and outs of ghostwriting, crafting compelling content strategies, and transforming life's challenges into opportunities for growth. Website: https://www.connectedghostwriting.com/ Instagram and Facebook: @connectedghostwritingllc Follow Holly at...

Join Holly and Derek as they sit down for an exclusive interview with Britni Wilkins, the founder of Pirates and Pearls Boutique in Palestine, TX. Tune in to discover the ins and outs of managing a brick-and-mortar boutique alongside an online store, with a special focus on their innovative TikTok Shop. Don't miss out on this exciting discussion about entrepreneurship, fashion, and the ever-evolvi...

Holly flips the script this week and interviews Derek about his experience on The Blox, a reality tv entrepreneur competition show. Tune in to hear all the behind the scenes details.... AND if he won! Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.com . Also check out Holly's Etsy Instagram @bitterlemondigital Follow Derek at @yogawithdere...

Holly and Derek interview the founders of Dear Dry Drinkery in Austin, Grace & Joe. Join us for an enlightening episode about running a non-alcoholic drink shop. Lots of laughs and plenty of takeaways! Website: https://www.deardrydrinkery.com/ Instagram and TikTok: @deardrydrinkery Helpful Online Site: https://www.zeroproofnation.com/ Sans Bar in Austin: https://www.thesansbar.com/ Follow Holly at...

Holly and Derek interview the founders of Plush Tattoo in Portland, Amber and Toni. Join us to hear about the tarot tattoo process, what it means to be a vegan tattoo shop, and more! Website: https://www.plushtattoo.me/ Instagram and TikTok: @plush.pdx Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.com . Also check out Holly's Etsy Instagr...

Holly and Derek interview the founder of Purfect Water, Vinnie Hess. Join us for a slightly depressing episode about how to protect your humans and animals from harmful chemicals in our household water. Don't worry, you know we cut up to make it fun! Website: https://www.purfectwater.com/ Instagram: @purfectwatersolutions TikTok: @purfectwater Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and T...

Holly and Derek interview the founder of Style Rituals, Colleen McCann. Join us to hear her journey into being an intuitive, why you shouldn't be scared of tarot, why crystals are cool, and more! Website: https://www.stylerituals.com/ Instagram: @style_rituals TikTok: @style_rituals Crystal Rx (Colleen's Book): https://www.stylerituals.com/crystal-rx-book Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Ins...

Holly and Derek interview the founder of Rise Enlightened, Cassie Kooser Join us for an enlightening conversation about payment processing fees, financial education, and more! Website: https://riseenlightenedwellness.org/ Instagram: @riseenligtened TikTok: @cass.lpc Donate to Rise Enlightened: https://riseenlightenedwellness.org/donate Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter,...

Holly and Derek interview The Payments Connoiseur, Terrina Taylor. Join us for an enlightening conversation about payment processing fees, financial education, and more! Website: https://www.deposyt.com/terrinataylor Instagram: yesher.terrinataylor Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.com . Also check out Holly's Etsy Instagram @...

Holly and Derek interview Park Ballantine. Join us for a fun conversation and personal and business branding, discussing how the two often overlap! Website: https://www.parkeballantine.com/ Instagram: parke.ballantine Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.com . Also check out Holly's Etsy Instagram @bitterlemondigital Follow Derek...

Holly and Derek interview Gina Gennari with Hellion Shop. Join us for a conversation about how we can help end gun violence in schools, one pin at a time. Gina was inspired to make a change after hearing Maite Rodriguez's green converse story. Website: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hellionshop Instagram and TikTok: @gina_salt Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out...

Holly and Derek interview Amanda Hanlon with Hanlon Law. Join us to hear all about the complications of small business law (including tips!) along with a lengthy discussion about protecting LGBTQ+ rights. DISCLAIMER: THIS PODCAST EPISODE DOES NOT INCLUDE LEGAL GUIDANCE. YOU SHOULD CONSULT A LAWYER (LIKE AMANDA) FOR ACTUAL LEGAL GUIDANCE. Websites: https://www.hanlonlawpllc.com , https://avapropert...

Holly and Derek interview Tiffany Brown with Wicks Nola. Join us to hear all about Wicks Nola's amazing New Orleans based candles, trials and tribulations of running a small business, and maybeeeeee a little about Beyonce! Website: https://shopwicksnola.com/ Instagram & TikTokk: @wicksnola504, Facebook: Wicks NOLA Candle Company, Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, an...

Holly and Derek interview Wes Dills with The Bearded Baking Company. Join us to hear all about the amazing baked goods and savory foods offered at this gay-owned bakery outside of Austin, TX. Website: https://www.thebeardedbakingcompany.com/ Facebook & Instagram: @thebeardedbakingcompany Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.c...

Holly and Derek are back to answer your questions! Part 2 focuses on questions for each host's individual business ventures. Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.com . Also check out Holly's Etsy at https://www.etsy.com/shop/BitterLemonDigital and on Instagram @bitterlemondigital Follow Derek at @yogawithderek on Instagram or @yo...

Holly and Derek answer your questions! Part 1 is all questions for both hosts. Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.com . Also check out Holly's Etsy at https://www.etsy.com/shop/BitterLemonDigital and on Instagram @bitterlemondigital Follow Derek at @yogawithderek on Instagram or @yogaforallhumans on Instagram, Facebook, and Tik...

Holly and Derek interview Ian Blessing with All the Bitter. Join us for an enlightening convo about non-alcoholic bitters and more! Website: https://allthebitter.com/ Socials: @allthebitter Non-Profit: https://www.bensfriendshope.com/ Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.com . Also check out Holly's Etsy Instagram @bitterlemondig...

Holly and Derek interview Erin Tufts Carter with Rorin. Join us for a convo about handbags, fashion, and being authentic on social media. Website: https://www.rorin.us/ Socials: @whatisrorin Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.com . Also check out Holly's Etsy Instagram @bitterlemondigital Follow Derek at @yogawithderek on Insta...

Holly and Derek interview Nicole Kearney with Sip and Share Wines. Grab a glass of your favorite wine or bubbles and get ready for a FUN episode! Website: https://sipandsharewines.com/ Instagram and Facebook: @sipandsharewines Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.com . Also check out Holly's Etsy Instagram @bitterlemondigital Fol...

Holly and Derek interview the founder of Bauble Stockings, Kate Stewart. Tune in to hear all about this family holiday tradition Kate has introduced to the masses, all while helping women in Haiti. Spoiler alert - Kate talks about meeting Kathy Hilton and Kris Jenner! Website: https://www.baublestockings.com/ Instagram and Facebook: @baublestockings Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram...

Holly and Derek interview the founder of Derek's doctor's office, Monica with Impact Family Wellness. Tune in to hear all about the bullshit of health insurance and how there are better options out there in direct primary care. Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube: Impact Family Wellness Find a direct primary care office near you: https://www.dpcare.org/ Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagra...

Holly and Derek interview Meg Hennen aka Challah at Meg. Tune in to hear all about delicious Jewish bread. It'll leave your mouth watering! Instagram and Facebook: challah_at_meg Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.com . Also check out Holly's Etsy Instagram @bitterlemondigital Follow Derek at @yogawithderek on Instagram or @yog...

Holly and Derek interview Curran Walia, founder of Conscio Marketing. Tune in to hear all about what it means to consciously market in a world of sleazy marketing. Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook: @consciomktg Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.com . Also check out Holly's Etsy Instagram @bitterlemondigital Follow Derek at @yo...

Holly and Derek interview Jessica Rennard, the Fashion Disruptor. Tune in to hear all about how the fashion industry is the 2nd most contributing industry toward pollution and how you can make a difference to our environment. Instagram and Tiktok: @thefashiondisruptor Follow Holly at @orangejulius7 on both Instagram and Twitter, and check out her website at thebitterlemon.com . Also check out Holl...

Holly and Derek interview Vox and Evelyn, the founders of Austin Cat Sitters. Tune in to hear all about how much care they put into cat sitting, and you may get to hear some fun stories about cat sitting blunders! Austin Cat Sitter's website is https://www.austincatsitters.com/ Instagram and Facebook: @austincatsitters 100+ Review on YELP: https://www.yelp.com/biz/austin-cat-sitters-austin-4 Follo...