Business Not As Usual with Megan Yelaney

It wouldn't be a heart to heart if it wasn't a hodgepodge of all my thoughts from the previous week now would it?!   Today we're diving into what it really means to 'sacrifice' in your business; how it's essential to a point, but where the pendulum might swing a little too far into negatively affecting your health, relationships and so much more.   I share something that is still so key to my busi...

Another Couples Conversation episode comin in HOT for you!   Today we have the fabulous Ruby Lee and Mike Poon, the owners of Flow State Business.   Ruby and I have actually been biz besties for quite some time now and the second I decided to do this series, they were one of the couples I knew I HAD to interview.   Ruby and Mike work hand in hand in their business, Ruby the coach and face of the b...

I'm fresh off a 3-day retreat from Sedona and couldn't wait to share my takeaways with you.   This episode is broken into three parts:   →BIG realization that was keeping me stuck →Specific strategies around team hiring and AI →Two simple questions that I was asked over the weekend that changed everything for me.   This is one truly from the heart, and one that I KNOW you're going to want to bookm...

This week's episode is part of our special segment, Couples Conversations.   And I am selfishly SO excited about the couple we interviewed, because one of them (Maggi) is a mastermind client of mine and just someone I adore and respect SO much.   In this episode Maggi and Cosmos, her awesome hubby (and yes, that IS is name…how freakin cool?!), get really honest about the ups & downs of running bus...

Today's episode is a true heart to heart; a mashup of all my thoughts from this week, mainly focusing on…   How I always have client inquiries come in for other offers when my content is intentional  A recent big client win and the not so overnight success she's experiencing How our TikTok strategy is going and something we figured out to make content creation easier (and to boost engagement).   I...

You are in for a treat with this Awkward Time Interview my friend, because our guest today, Lindsay Dollinger has a different story from most of our past interviewees.   She is still working her full time job as a High School Spanish teacher while simultaneously having a full blown business coaching business.   Why? Because she loves what she does with her students. She didn't set out to replace h...

Your unique way of doing things IS your ticket to success in business.  When we see someone successful and change EVERYTHING we do to try and emulate that success without analysis, we slow down our growth.  Why? Because their way isn't necessarily OUR way. We have to lean into our strengths and natural instincts and build upon those instead of trying to fit ourselves in a box we were never meant t...

This week's special segment Couples Conversations is back with an INCREDIBLE interview with Kelsea & Eric Koenreich.   This conversation really inspired Mike and I, and reminded us HOW important prioritizing your relationship is, especially while in the midst of entrepreneurship. They share so vulnerably, walking us through the many different business ventures that had to be paused or discontinued...

Life feels very special right now.   I am SO excited about what we're creating in my business, because after A LOT of reflection, we are going back to what was working and what lit me up, but with a whole new lens, perspective & toolkit in tow.   ↑This includes some things that I got away from because of distractions & paying too much attention to what other people were doing.   If you're in a sea...

In this episode I'm breaking down the four steps I took to fill my evergreen mastermind as well as SIX specific things I would change for promotion in the future (some of which reflect the current social media climate).    We are getting NITTY GRITTY and specific in today's episode, so be sure to take out a pen and paper and take some notes baby!    Strategy Meg is ON one in this episode!   Enjoy...

In this episode I'm breaking down the top four things I recommend looking for when picking a mentor, coach or program.   Shared values Style Price Length   I break each one down in depth; what it means to me, how to discern if you're choosing a mentor or coaching investment from a place of comfort, or if you need to be stretched out of that comfort zone a bit with something that helps you fill the...

It's been a hot minute since I've had a solo strategy episode, but when the mood strikes, I follow that nudge!   This episode is JAM PACKED to help you really make the necessary adjustments to your business planning strategy so you can move forward with confidence this year and increase your profitability.   I'm walking you through five specific things that I still see people doing when trying to...

What do successful people have in common?   ↑The age-old question that everyone seems to ask themselves.   While there's no 'right' answer (because everyone will have a different perspective based on THEIR experience), I'm pretty positive that the answers always have to do more with who these people are BECOMING and not specifically what they did strategically.   I felt really called to record thi...

This interview was an extra special one for Mike & I because James & Angela are our personal relationship & intimacy coaches; who we've been working with since October 2021.    They have completely revitalized our marriage and intimacy in SO many ways (which we get into in depth in this episode), but also have an incredibly unique story that I KNOW will impact you.   James started out as an entrep...

It's funny how sometimes you have to veer so far off course to go right back to where you were at the start.   But the thing is, that 'where you were' is now from a completely different perspective after that long trip.   That's exactly what I feel like has happened to me and my business in the last few months, but was magnified after I had my first 1-1 call with my new business coach this past we...

The FIRST couple interview in our new series: Couples Conversations, where my husband and I interview successful entrepreneur couples and how they juggle it all: family, money, business, and yes…even sex.    In this episode we are interviewing Eve and Randall Guzman, a couple that I (Meg) am personally very close with, having been friends with Eve since 2017.   Eve and Randall are such a beautiful...

I did it! I joined an official mastermind for the first time in over two years. In this episode I walk you through WHY I knew it was the right time for a mastermind and what made me choose this one specifically.   I also discuss a TikTok/IG Reel I made recently that really struck a chord with my audience about intense anti-hustle culture and I hope the discussion helps you set the right expectatio...

Welcome to the first episode in our new series: Couples Conversations, where my husband and I interview successful entrepreneur couples and how they juggle it all: family, money, business, and yes…even sex.    We thought we'd kick off the series by getting a bit vulnerable ourselves, and sharing an interview from a podcast we were on; where our first relationship coach interviewed us about our sep...

I can't believe it. This is our last Heart to Heart of 2022!    I have LOVED this series and am going to continue bringing you these raw, honest & unfiltered episodes every Friday, sharing what's on my heart, how we're changing things up, BTS sneak peeks and the ups & downs that come along with building a business and managing your marriage.   In this episode I reflect on the Holidays a bit and th...

This is a rather selfish episode if I do say so myself, because I'm taking you BTS of my 2023 vision and how we got there.   In this episode I share with you my overall message for the year and the different offerings I have/will have to help bring that message to life.   I discuss tentative timelines and launch plans and most excitedly (in my opinion) share some personal life goals that we have f...

This year was a DOOZY, and while it was the hardest year in so many ways for me & my family, there are also SO many things to celebrate, and many realizations to be shared.   And that's exactly what you're getting in today's Heart to Heart.   I share some financial wins in a way I've never felt called to share before, as well as how the lowest lows affected my showing up & what had to change becau...

You are in for a treat my #PrettyAwkward family, because you're not getting golden nuggets to kick off 2023 strong from ONE person, but from FOUR.   In this episode I'm interviewing four of my Unique Expansion Mastermind clients and asking them two important questions…   What has been your biggest learning moment from this year?    What piece of advice would you give to someone who wants to make 2...

My version of 'tough love' is comin out in this episode in hopes that it helps drive you into inspired and aligned action.   We hear 'flowy business' so much in the online space and while I feel that's SO possible, it also isn't possible ALL the time or in the very beginning stages of business (for most people).   In this episode I'm sharing my beginning journey and how I had to get resourceful AF...

This interview is an example of DECIDING you'll be successful and truly not giving up even with many, many setbacks long the way.   My interview today is with a dear friend, and long time client of mine, Hailey Schmidt, who's positive and LONG TERM outlook on entrepreneurship is nothing short of remarkable.   From getting started as an in person trainer, working from sunup to sundown, to getting p...

TRIGGER WARNING: Miscarriage mentioned   Last Thursday my husband and I anxiously sat in the OBGYN's office waiting to hear when we could start trying for a baby again.   It has been six months since my miscarriage and because of the type of pregnancy I had, we were told we might have to wait 6-12 months to start trying again.   So when the doctor walked in and immediately exclaimed, "NOW"...   I...