Business Not As Usual with Megan Yelaney

What an honor it was to have this special guest on the pod! In this episode, I'm joined by guest Taryn Dickey. Taryn and I worked together at BeachBody and I've had the pleasure of working with her in my group coaching program and for a VIP day. Taryn is an ADHD business coach who is making a major impact when it comes to connecting with her clients. She's made several business pivots and has had...

It's a family affair! In today's episode, I'm joined by a super special guest! Although my pup Luna WAS there for this recording, that's actually not who I'm talking about, though. The special guest is my husband, Mike! Mike and I got together pretty much right as I was starting my entrepreneurial journey, so I wanted to get his perspective on a few things. We talk about pivoting, comparing oursel...

In today's episode, I'm continuing on the same topic we've talked about in recent weeks: how to successfully pivot your business. I know so many of you are feeling called to make a change in your business, and whether it's a more minor tweak or a major shift, I want to be a resource for your success on this part of your journey. This episode is all about how I built my brand - #PrettyAwkward - and...

I'm continuing my series on pivoting! As we talked about last week, making big changes to your business can be intimidating. But the first step in making that change is determining if an alteration at all is right for you. From there, you can decipher which type of shift works for what you have in mind. This episode is giving a more holistic view of the different types of business pivots that exis...

Making changes to your business can be SUPER scary, especially if they're big changes that could really impact you and your bottom line. That's why I had my friend and amazing entrepreneur and coach Jonnie Agresta on this episode of the podcast!  Jonnie and I chit-chat about a lot on this episode, but our main focus is around how to pivot from one business venture or focus to the next in a way tha...

There's no denying the craziness of life! Sometimes - putting that craziness to the side and showing up for your business can be tough. That's what I'm talking about in this episode, as I've found a few ways to show up for your work regardless of tough or distracting things going on in your personal life. Through my own experiences and learning from those I coach and work with, I've realized that...

I am so happy that one of my best friends joined me on this episode of The Pretty Awkward Entrepreneur pod! Besides being one of my besties, Karrie Brady is a brilliant sales strategist and a newly published author. In this episode, we're talking about her business journey and dishing on her new book. She has so many amazing insights, particularly for women entrepreneurs or those who aspire to get...

In this episode of The #PrettyAwkward Entrepreneur Podcast, I'm providing what's essentially a mini masterclass on how you can create entertaining and educational content. While putting yourself and your business out there on social media may be daunting, I know that you have what it takes to be creative and reach your audience in a way that not only spreads your message but also genuinely enterta...

I'm so excited to have been joined by one of my best friends and an amazing leader in today's episode of the podcast! Eve Guzman is the creator of Macro Mentorship. This is a macro nutrition certification for health coaches who want to become macro experts. She has an incredible story and is just a really awesome leader & all-around human. In the episode, Eve is sharing tons of insights into her b...

Happy 2022! It's the perfect time for an overview of what my 2022 will entail. I'm sharing what I'm excited about in the new year and my goals over the next several months. I talk business AND personal, so this episode is chock full of information — and tangents. Some specific topics I cover are: Simplifying Things In the New Year Looking Forward to Live Events A Focus on Creativity and Creation M...

Wow, I can't believe this year is about to end! On this episode of the #PrettyAwkward Entrepreneur Podcast, I'm reflecting on 2021 and the challenging business year it was. I learned a lot from these challenges, which I'll share here. I also dive into my business plans for 2022, which I am super pumped for. Reflecting on the year is such an important step that allows me to examine what worked, wha...

On this episode of the #PrettyAwkward Entrepreneur Podcast, I am pulling back the curtain on my latest launch. After taking some time to reflect on it, I want to share two things I did differently in this launch and how it affected my success. Evolving your launch over time is so important to keeping things fresh and allowing you to test the waters to see what resonates with your audience and what...

On this episode of the #PrettyAwkward Entrepreneur Podcast, I'm joined by my best friend and Facebook Group Growth Strategist, Aly Bloom. She is seriously the queen of Facebook groups and she shares so much great insight into the platform and all that it has to offer on this episode. While there's somewhat of a preconceived notion out there that Facebook is an "old" social media platform that is o...

In this episode of the #PrettyAwkward Entrepreneur Podcast, I'm breaking down how you can plan for 2022 to make it your MOST successful and LEAST stressful year yet! There are some distinct questions you should ask yourself in order to plan effectively, which can help you recognize opportunities and gain clarity on your year ahead. If you're like me and would prefer to plan ahead instead of planni...

In this episode of the #PrettyAwkward Entrepreneur Podcast, I'm guiding you through all the questions you need to ask yourself to understand your amazing skill set, the transformation you have to offer, and whether building an online business is right for you! These prompts help you to really examine yourself and what you have to offer, which is so key to marketing yourself successfully.  Some spe...

On this episode of the Pretty Awkward Entrepreneur Podcast, I'm joined by Instagram coach and social media expert Monique Lombardo. We dive into the topic of powerful storytelling via Reels on Instagram. There's so much to know about creating Reels that your ideal clients will love! Monique shares it all in this episode. Some specific topics we cover are: Get to Know Monique! The Importance of Sto...

On this episode of the Pretty Awkward Entrepreneur Podcast, I'm sharing an exciting new 12-month program I'm offering: Smart Online Success Academy. This program will help you attract your ideal clients, build your brand, and assist in nailing down your perfect branding and messaging. And I cover a lot of ground in this episode: Introduction to the Program Debunking Misconceptions People Have Abou...

"What do I charge?" ← The biggest place most entrepreneurs get stuck. In the Grand Finale of The Outline Your Perfect #Prettyawkward Offer live course. The industry frames of reference for different offers. There's no rule for how to price, but there are guidelines — and I'll give them to you here.  How to design a payment plan that works for everyone who's right for your offer The path for closin...

When you deliver a powerful signature offer, it does the selling for you. Find out how to put the parameters around your offer, so it can scale as you grow — and get clients results (no matter how many clients go through it.)  How long does your package need to be in order to deliver the best transformation for your clients? There is an answer, and you'll get it in this live training.  Let's talk...

What good is your offer if you sit on it for a year and don't show it to anyone?! It could be the MOST TRANSFORMATIONAL course, program or service on the planet, but if nobody knows about it, then it leaves zero impact. Let's change that with Live Module 3!  What is YOUR #Prettyawkward? What's the thing that's gonna make people vibe with you like a long-lost sister from another mister (or mister f...

Of course you want a business that feels oh-so-like-you. And how can you do that without getting to know yourself? In this live module, I'm sharing my favorite tool for coaching success: The Enneagram test. What's your Enneagram, and how can you make it your secret decision-making weapon?  Are you in the healthiest coach space you can be in? Find out in this training. (Most people never ask themse...

Businesses without clients are hobbies. Those are the facts, my friend. So if you want a business that pays your bills and helps you go full time, you need to learn to think like your clients. That's what we're diving into today ;) What's your audience truly getting out of your offer? (It might not be what you expect!) Who will your client BE by the end of working with you? I'll teach you how to r...

In this episode of The #PrettyAwkward Entrepreneur Podcast, I'm diving into my upcoming free program, Outline Your #PrettyAwkward Offer. This program will be five days of helping you figure out all the details on your offer, which helps ensure you attract the right clients. It's so important to examine yourself, your work, and how to price your offer in this process. I'm really getting into the de...

In this episode of The #PrettyAwkward Entrepreneur Podcast, I am joined by my friend & fellow coach Ashley Fillmore. Today, she's sharing all her tips and tricks for increasing client retention. Ashley boasts an impressive 95% retention rate within her coaching business, so she's a great authority for this topic. She shares a wealth of tips on how you can really get to know what your client needs...

In this episode of The #PrettyAwkward Entrepreneur Podcast, I dive into how to create strong content that converts to clients, which is - of course - the ultimate goal in any business. There are a few secrets that I share that will help you to achieve this. Standing out from others in your industry may seem intimidating, but it's simple once you break down the science of it. This is something I wi...