Megan Smyth

Blaze

Business EN ↓ 104 episodes

The go-to podcast for trailblazing entrepreneurs who believe in doing business (and life) DIFFERENTLY. Tired of hearing the same fluffy advice over and over again? We’re pulling back the curtain to give you an honest take on entrepreneurship. No BS, just real, practical strategies to fuel your growth — and remind you that wherever you are on your journey, you’re not in this alone. Join host Megan Smyth for weekly interviews, roundtable discussions, and solo soapbox episodes to help YOU blaze your own path and build a business that lights you up. Welcome to the new era of entrepreneurship. Welc...

Author

Megan Smyth

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Business

Podcast website

learn.megansmyth.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

78. How to Plan Your Best Year Yet: A Simple 2-Step Process to Turn Your Vision into Reality 30.12.2025

What if I told you that choosing a revenue goal was only the first step in New Year’s goal setting?  In this last episode of 2025, I’m walking you through a simple two-step process to create your roadmap for the new year. You'll clarify not just *what* you want, but the best strategy for *how* to get there—the part most goal-setting content skips over. We cover everything from defining your d...

77. Year-End Reflection: How to Finish Strong and Set Yourself Up for Success in 2026 23.12.2025

Are you closing the year properly…or just rushing into the next one?   In this episode, I’m guiding you through a simple three-step reflection process to close out the year with intention. You’ll celebrate your wins, get honest with your numbers, and extract the lessons that make your next year easier, smarter, and more intentional—the part most goal-setting content skips over.   We cove...

76. How to Stop Spiraling When Sales Are Slow: The Secret to Feeling Secure Even with Inconsistent Income 16.12.2025

Let’s talk about fear: financial fear, money stress, uncertainty in your business.    If you find yourself spiralling every time sales slow down, this episode is for you. Maybe you’re in a client drought or maybe things are actually going well, but you still find yourself wondering: W hat if this doesn’t last? What if it all goes away?   I’m sharing three strategies to help you stay...

75. The Magic Sales Call Question That Will Double Your Conversion Rates 09.12.2025

One simple sentence can determine whether or not someone buys from you.   If you've ever sent a proposal and had a lead ghost you, or gotten objections you didn't see coming, this episode is your answer to what went wrong.   Forget everything you think you know about selling. It's not about being the most aggressive, confident, or pushy person in the room—it's about becoming a better lis...

74. How to Validate & Sell Your First Digital Product in 90 Days (Even with a Tiny Audience) with Krystle Church 02.12.2025

If you've been sitting on a digital product idea for months (or years), today’s episode is for you! I’m joined by Krystle Church, who breaks down the entire process, from deciding what to create to testing your idea with real people and scaling it long-term. Whether you're considering templates, courses, memberships, or group programs, Krystle shares the framework she uses with her clients (and th...

73. Navigating Transition Seasons: How to Pivot Your Business (+ My Journey From Copywriter to Coach) 25.11.2025

Making a big shift in your business can feel terrifying—especially when you're in the thick of it. But the messy middle is often where the real growth happens. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on my own business evolution and the shifts (both mindset and strategic) that made it possible.    My business has been quietly evolving behind the scenes for the better part of a year...

72. Stop Relying on Instagram: Turn Your Podcast into Your #1 Lead Generator with Rachel Traxler 18.11.2025

If you're relying on Instagram to bring in clients, you're one algorithm change away from a problem.  In this episode, Rachel Traxler shares why you need a marketing strategy beyond social media, how to identify your most effective lead generators, and what systems to set up so your business attracts clients consistently without relying on IG reels. Plus, for those of you who have a podcast (...

71. How to Effectively Sell Your Services in the Age of AI: 5 Things Successful Entrepreneurs Are Doing Differently in 2025 11.11.2025

Think AI is about to put you out of business? Think again. The real question isn't whether AI will replace your work—it's whether your marketing and sales strategy are keeping pace with how the market has changed.   There's a lot of noise right now about AI replacing service providers. But here's what most people get wrong: AI isn't taking jobs away from skilled experts—it's raising the bar f...

70. Future-Proof Your Online Business: How to Survive & Thrive in a Rapidly Changing Market 04.11.2025

If you've been feeling like online business is harder than it used to be, you're not imagining things. The market has fundamentally changed, and what worked even a year ago might not be working today.   The good news? While many business owners are struggling with slower sales and declining conversions, some are having their best year yet. The difference isn't luck—it's adaptation.   In...

69. Life Update: I’m Moving to Scotland! Why I’m Leaving Digital Nomad Life Behind 07.10.2025

I'm sharing a major life update: I'm officially retiring from digital nomad life and moving from Canada to Edinburgh, Scotland!   Whether you're navigating a big life transition, questioning your current path, or wondering how to keep your business running during chaotic seasons, this behind-the-scenes look at my decision-making process will remind you that you're not alone in the messy middl...

68. The Mid-Year Reset: Get Back on Track for Your Goals 24.06.2025

If you're looking at your 2025 goals right now and feeling discouraged, this episode will get you back on track. Pushing harder and working more hours isn’t going to get the results you want. The problem isn't that you need to do more—it's that you need to do things differently.  Today, I'm walking you through my Mid-Year Reset process, so you can diagnose what’s working, what’s not, and crea...

67. Dress Like the Next-Level Version of You: The Hidden Ways Style Impacts Your Confidence, Energy, and Business Results with Ellie Steinbrink 10.06.2025

What you choose to wear each morning is either fueling your confidence…or sabotaging your success.   How you dress doesn’t just impact how you look—it impacts how you feel, the way you think, and how you show up in the world. And when you're an entrepreneur, that energy directly translates to your business results. In this episode, we're diving deep into the psychology behind personal style,...

66. Stop Creating Content from Scratch: How to Turn 1 Client Project Into Months of Marketing with Shayna Lloyd 03.06.2025

Creating content shouldn’t take over your entire business. If you feel like marketing is a full-time job on top of your actual work, this episode is for you. In this conversation, we break down a sustainable system for turning one client project into weeks (or even months!) of content. We’re talking long-form-first marketing, making the most of short-form video, and how to create content for multi...

65. The Missing Link in Manifestation: Practical Ways to Change Your Reality with Jamie Berman 27.05.2025

Think manifestation is all wishful thinking and vision boards? Think again! I'm joined by manifestation expert Jamie Berman, who breaks down exactly what manifestation is (and what it’s not), as well as practical ways to apply it to your business. We're diving deep into human psychology, limiting beliefs, and how attachment to your goals might be sabotaging your success… Jamie Berman is a Master C...

64. Pep Talk: You’re Ready RIGHT NOW (Even if You Don’t Feel Like it) 20.05.2025

Waiting until you feel "ready" to pursue your dreams? This episode is your permission slip to take action now, even when you don't feel 100% confident yet. In this quick pep talk episode, I'm sharing the story of how I landed my first copywriting client with zero experience or qualifications—and firing you up to take some bold action of your own! If you've been holding yourself back, putting off t...

63. The Power of Organic Marketing: From Idea to Multi-6-Figure Brand with Kelsey Garlock 13.05.2025

What if one creative idea and some scrappy Instagram posts were all you needed to build a 6-figure brand?  That’s exactly how Kelsey Garlock launched her company—without paid ads, a big team, or a fancy funnel. She turned a personal challenge into a purpose-driven business, all powered by organic content and a deep understanding of her customer.  Kelsey is a mom of three girls and the fo...

62. The Unplugged Entrepreneur: How Taking Real Time Off Leads to Bigger Results 06.05.2025

Feel like you're never fully "off" from work? This episode tackles the challenge that so many entrepreneurs face—the inability to truly disconnect from your business, even during designated downtime. If you find yourself constantly thinking about work during evenings and weekends, checking emails on vacation, or unable to enjoy time off because of nagging business thoughts, this episode is your pr...

61. Protect What You've Built: Legal Foundations for Online Business with Samantha Bradshaw 29.04.2025

Worried about protecting your business name, content, and ideas? Understanding the legal side of your business doesn't have to be overwhelming. In this episode, lawyer Samantha Bradshaw shares what you need to know about legally protecting your online business. We break down when to invest in trademarks, how to assess your risk level, and what foundations your business needs from day one.  If...

60. 5 Books That Completely Changed the Course of My Business 22.04.2025

Today’s episode is all about books, one of my favorite ways to invest time and grow as an entrepreneur. While courses and conferences can be great, you don’t always have to spend money to level up. With countless blogs, podcasts, YouTube videos, and books available for free, there’s no shortage of knowledge available to fuel your business growth. In this episode, I’m sharing five books that fundam...

59. 3 Shifts To Attract Higher-Quality Leads 15.04.2025

Sick of clients expecting the world for pennies? It’s not bad luck—it’s a signal. The way you talk about what you do, how you present your offers, and how you move people through your sales process all play a role in the type of clients you attract.   The biggest misconception? That higher-paying clients come with time and experience.   Better clients don’t just appear—you have to be int...

58. How to Create an Offer That Sells Itself (No Convincing Required) 08.04.2025

If you’ve ever felt like you had to convince people to buy what you’re offering, or you’ve found yourself second-guessing your price and wondering why your offer isn’t selling…this episode is your reset button. I’m walking you through a simple yet powerful framework for creating an offer you’re genuinely excited to sell—and your audience is eager to buy. No awkward convincing or chasing down leads...

57. Create a Category of One: Branding Secrets to Set Your Business Apart with Zuza Hicks 01.04.2025

There are a million online businesses out there…but there’s only one you.   The more crowded the online space becomes and the more AI-generated content floods our feeds, the more we crave genuine human connection. And the best way to stand out is to be YOU with a brand that reflects your unique vision, voice, and values.    Zuza Hicks is the owner of Nicely Made Studio. As a brand d...

56. Quarterly Planning: The Blueprint for Your Most Productive 90 Days Ever 25.03.2025

Ever feel like you start each quarter with big goals, only to lose momentum a few weeks in?    The problem isn’t your ambition—it’s your planning process. In this episode, I’m sharing the simple but effective system I use to set goals, stay focused, and actually follow through.   We’ll cover the key things to review before setting new goals, the three types of goals every business o...

55. The 5 Stages of Purposeful Entrepreneurship with Quinn Tempest 25.02.2025

Feeling stuck in a cycle of nonstop work but not seeing real progress? You’re not alone. Many business owners fall into reactive mode, tackling endless tasks without moving forward. The key isn’t working harder—it’s shifting how you operate.   Quinn Tempest, founder of Create Your Purpose, shares a powerful framework for breaking free from busywork and building a business that aligns with wha...

54. SEO Simplified: Get Found on Google and YouTube with Mariah Liszewski 18.02.2025

Mariah Liszewski is an award-winning Organic SEO Consultant, online business educator for entrepreneurs, and host of Curiously Guided Podcast. She helps business owners diversify their digital marketing so they can grow their brands in a way that aligns with their strengths and *actually* feels good for them.    Mariah is a firm believer that showing up on Google doesn’t have to be as di...

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