15 {Ish} Minute Coffee Chat with Anna + Selena

What’s it like to run a successful business with your family? This week, we’re chatting with Wendy and Madison Hively, the mother-daughter duo behind Charliemadison Originals, as they celebrate 10 incredible years in business. From their advice on working with family to the lessons they’ve learned along the way, Wendy and Madison will share insights into building a meaningful brand while keeping p...

Entrepreneurship can be overwhelming—but mentorship might just be the key to navigating the chaos. Many entrepreneurs dive headfirst into their ventures without enough of a plan, often finding themselves overwhelmed by the endless to-do lists and roles they must juggle. So, how do you stay focused, balanced, and successful as a small business owner? This week, we’re talking to Leslie Coffey, VP of...

Are you transitioning from active duty military life to starting your own business? Or changing careers mid stream? This episode is tailor-made for you! Our guest, Ryan Hunt, served 23 years in the United States Army before founding Tenth Mountain Recruiting. As a veteran advocate and successful entrepreneur, Ryan is ready to share the highs, lows, and invaluable lessons from his journey into busi...

Overwhelmed as an Entrepreneur? Discover Tips for Staying Focused and Sane Entrepreneurship is exciting but it’s not always easy. Entrepreneurs tend to jump into business with both feet, only to quickly feel overwhelmed by the endless to-do lists and roles they must play as business owners. So, how do you stay grounded and stay focused on your mission? This week’s guest, Kate Reimann, went from be...

Do you have a pitch deck for your small business? Mastering your pitch is crucial to capturing the attention of investors, customers, and partners.  What are the elements of a compelling pitch? It isn’t just about what you say but how you say it—how you connect with your audience, convey your vision, and showcase your value proposition.   Maria Reed, Executive Producer and Founder of Moving With t...

In a world full of claims like "I 10x my business in 3 seconds," "Gain 1 million subscribers in 7 days," and "Work 5 hours a month and make 100K," we know that being your own boss is anything but easy. That's why we focus on real talk about running a business.   We recently connected with our guest, Surinder Goode, over dinner in San Antonio and knew we had to bri...

Does failure keep you from moving forward as a small business owner? Whether a solopreneur or the head of a team, you are the leader of your company. Failure is a word that no leader wants to confront, but it’s a natural and normal part of running a business.  Guest Jessica Wright, life and career development coach for leaders, shares how to reframe failure — taking it from a negative experience t...

Do you have a strategy behind your business operations?  What does it take to grow your business and should you?  How can you optimize your processes? Where should you be investing in your company?  These are the questions every small business owner faces. Guest Mikel Dyer is an operations strategist and owner of Adroitly  & Co. She’s ready to share how to design your business  the way you thi...

First episode with Kwadwo: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/zt4x4OQEoLb Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/N8k9QFiqAQ4?si=wUgs-CKjSNsg9ar7 Blog Show Notes: https://annaandselena.com/part-one-what-to-know-about-facebook-ads-with-kwadwo-sampany-kessie/ Find Kwadwo youtube.com/@theartofonlinebusiness www.tiktok.com/@quayjo instagram.com/quayjo/ ⁠https://theartofonlinebusin...

Do you struggle with an inner critic that holds you back from reaching your full potential? For small business owners, imposter syndrome can manifest in various ways, from constantly questioning their decisions and abilities to fearing that they will be exposed as a "fraud" despite their achievements. This inner critic can lead to overworking, perfectionism, and even procrastination, as...

Do you feel seen as an entrepreneur? As an expert in your industry, your small business is often focused on doing the best work for your clients and not follower metrics. Guest Laura Sinclair shares the strategies and tactics for you to be seen as an entrepreneur and expert. You deserve a space to be respected and get what you want out of your small business experience. Watch the episode on YouTub...

Are you connecting with your audience? Mike Klemmer offers more than a great cup of coffee. His social campaigns and authenticity have grown his following and his business.  Come see some of the fun ways that Mike has built brand loyalty and get ideas for how you can use similar techniques to connect with your ideal client. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/sdWWlXTxvs0?si=...

Do you run Facebook Ads? Kwadwo Sampany-Kessie is a Facebook Ads Manager and online business strategist that is ready to share all you need to know about Facebook Ads! Kwadwo offers so much great insight about running, testing, and optimizing your Facebook Ads experience his show will be a 2-part series! Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/ee9WuFVKekk?si=k3POTcfzzMtLsQpo Blo...

Have you completed the mandatory BOI reporting for your small business? Founding Attorney, Amanda Moncada-Perkins offers insight into what BOI reporting is and how to comply. Fourty-seven percent (47%) of small business owners don’t know this information and are at risk of being fined. Come find out more about Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting for your small business. Welcome to the...

What is “Authentic Leadership?” Today we’re learning more about conscious decision-making, ethical leadership, and the harmony between personal well-being and professional success with our guest, Maria Kellis.   Welcome to the 15{ish} Minute Coffee Chat podcast with Anna and Selena – 12 seasons of helping entrepreneurs and small business owners build more profitable businesses. Watch the episode o...

What’s behind great copy? We often hear that including the human perspective is an important part of connecting with our audience. What does that mean and how do you do that as a small business owner? Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/nLexZPDhrXA?si=nsD6XY7QdHWZSCZQ Blog Show Notes: https://annaandselena.com/the-human-perspective-in-copywriting-for-your-small-business-bran...

Does your small business have a health & wellness program? Enter Kelly Ryan, of Nerd Mom Nutrition. Kelly is joining us today to talk about why even a small business needs to focus on health and wellness and have a strategy in place for their business success. Welcome to the 15{ish} Minute Coffee Chat live stream and podcast with Anna and Selena – 12 seasons of helping entrepreneurs and small...

Are you comfortable with conflict when it flares up in your business? Whether you like it or not, conflict will happen in your life. Whatever that conflict is, you need to make sure you have the skills to meet it head on and feel confident you are making the right choices for you and your business. Today’s guest,  Hesha Abrams, has a mission to help people gain the skills to confidently deal with...

“Donʻt be [too] attached to what you know — you arenʻt willing to learn something new”  When our guest today, Moniek James said those words we knew it was time to talk about getting unstuck from your small business ways. So, if you have an attachment to doing things the same way you’ve always done them or if you aren’t leaving space for learning new things, you are stopping yourself and your busin...

Small- business- finance- operations. How do you feel when I say those words? Do you want to hide your head in the sand or make excuses for this or that?  No matter your response now, you don’t have to stay in that space.  Today’s conversation is about four new ways to approach finances that will help you feel more confident as a small business owner.  It’s all about the Four Essential Pillars for...

Balance, harmony, and keeping it all together. As a small business owner you might feel like you have to give 100% to all the areas of your life that are important to you. This can cause burnout which means no area of your life is getting what it needs.  How do you implement self-care techniques as a small business owner and entrepreneur?  We’re excited to have Alisha Carlson join us for todayʻs c...

Do you know what your purpose is? It’s a big question that can be overwhelming to many small business owners. Let’s dig into how you can find the natural gifts and talents you have that boost your purpose. We’re talking about Honoring your purpose as a small business owner with Jorge Gonzalez. Welcome to the 15{ish} Minute Coffee Chat live stream and podcast with Anna and Selena – 12 seasons of he...

Some business owners want to build an audience while others want to build a community. What’s the difference and why is it important? Today’s guest, Jen Pilcher, knows the secrets to not just building a community for your brand, but making sure that community will outlast even you.  Welcome to the 15{ish} Minute Coffee Chat live stream and podcast with Anna and Selena – 12 seasons of helping entre...

So have you heard about the latest #google & #yahoo update that will affect your #emailmarketing ? Do you see acronyms like DMARC, DKIM & SPF floating around? Anna Larson & I asked guest Cheryl Rerick about this and why it’s imperative to our business if email marketing is part of the structure. Find us at annaandselena.com Jump on Cherylʻs webinar to learn more about this for your bus...

Are you keeping your financial records organized? Today’s guest, Regan Bashara, calls herself a numbers witch . She’s the founder of All Ease Accounting, LLC. and an expert on small business finances. Today you’ll learn more about financial recordkeeping, organization, and end-of-month reconciliation.  Welcome to the 15{ish} Minute Coffee Chat live stream and podcast with Anna and Selena – 11 seas...