Christian Woman Business Podcast

When's the last time you attended or hosted an event for your business? Have you ever wondered if it's worth the investment to attend a conference or even host your own event? Today I'm sharing some of my takeaways from both hosting my first retreat and attending a business event. For the full show notes, visit estherlittlefield.com/74 (coming soon). For more information about the upLIFT Mentormin...

In this episode, you'll hear from Eva Kubasiak, author, podcaster, and course creator about how she turned her passion for Bible study into a business. Eva shares how faith plays a role in her business (beyond the obvious answer), her 4 questions that will help simplify your Bible study, and what she loves most about what she does.   Eva also shares how she has been able to launch a podcast and a...

Have you ever considered joining a mastermind or higher-level coaching program, but you're not sure how to decide if it's for you? These are usually a bigger investment than a course or membership, so it's vital that you understand what to look for and how to decide if it's right for you. Over the past several years, I've participated in 4 different mastermind programs. I've also invested in other...

What do you do if you're experiencing success, but you still feel unfulfilled or satisfied? Is it possible to hustle without becoming consumed with constant striving and pushing? In this episode, you'll hear from coach and author Erin Harrigan about her business journey, including how God took her from a successful network marketing career to coaching ambitious women to pursue success God's way.  ...

What do you do when you experience failure in your business? How can you handle it when things do not go as planned without throwing in the towel on your entire business? We all have those times when we are feeling discouraged in our business. I shared some tips on how to deal with discouragement way back in episode 16, so take a listen to that if you need .  But there are times when we are actual...

What is the key to getting a consistent stream of referrals in your business? And what does it look like to follow God's leading in your business (instead of the guru's advice)?   In this episode, you'll hear from conversion copywriter Holly Williams. We're chatting about how she was able to set herself apart and gain consistent referral without having to market herself. She also shares how her bu...

Have you ever seen opportunities online for podcast guesting, summits, or other visibility but not been sure whether you should jump on them or not? And how can you make the most of the opportunities that you do decide to pursue?   Inside of my Facebook group, I often see people posting opportunities for others to consider. It might be that they are offering an opportunity to be a guest on a podca...

Does pre-planning social media content feel inauthentic to you? Do you just prefer real life conversations? You'll want to tune in for this interview with Karen Laos on how to build community with Clubhouse.   In this episode I'm sharing a portion of an interview I did with Karen Laos for my Cultivate Your Community course . Karen is a keynote speaker and leadership coach equipping women to stand...

What if the reason your business isn't growing at the rate you want has nothing to do with your website, your social media, or how big your email list is? Sometimes, our business struggles are a lot deeper than this, and today I want to talk to you about one of these challenges (and how you can deal with it). For the full show notes, visit estherlittlefield.com/66 If you need to gain some clarity...

In online business as in life, 'you don't know what you don't know'. So I'm sharing 3 mistakes to avoid as you grow your business this year . Let's talk about a few of the mistakes you should try and avoid this year as you create or grow your business. These mistakes are common…I've seen them crop up often in the online space, with my clients, and I've definitely been through a few of them myself....

Do you ever find yourself believing the myth that business has to feel like a struggle to be successful? Listen in for a peek at what it could be like to have a business that doesn't feel hard all the time.  I've found from my own experience and in working with my clients that we often fall into the trap of believing business has to be hard and that we have to struggle to create or run a business....

Do you ever wonder what really goes on behind the scenes of someone else's business? Today, I'm going to share my year in review and give you the details on some of my highs & lows, what's staying the same, and what's changing for the new year.   In this episode, I want to share with you about this past year in my business. I'll tell you what worked well and some of my wins, plus what didn't work...

Do you ever feel frustrated by the ever-changing Facebook algorithm making it hard for you to show up in people's feeds? Or maybe you have a business and wonder if Facebook is essential for you, or how to get your message out there.   In this episode I'm sharing a portion of an interview with Jennifer Allwood. In this conversation, Jennifer is sharing how she got started using Facebook to grow a c...

Do you want to create an annual plan for your business, but you're just not sure where to start? Or maybe you know you need to set some goals, but you don't want to end up forgetting about them a few weeks later?  Today I'm walking you through a 4 step framework that will help you create goals and plans that you're much more likely to follow through on. This time of year is often the time when we...

You know you need a community that is ready to buy or buy into what you have to offer. But how do you do this? What are the essential elements of cultivating a thriving community?  Join me for this fun conversation with my friend Christa Hutchins as we chat about our philosophy of community building, plus how to grow a community that will buy or buy in. If you are a regular listener to my podcast...

Facebook groups are an incredible way to build community online. But they can also be a lot of work, and there can be some challenges to running them.  In this special bonus episode, you'll hear from Cyndee Ownbey, founder of Women's Ministry Toolbox, about how she has grown a group of nearly 6,000 women on Facebook. Find out how this has benefited her business and some mistakes to avoid.   COMING...

Are you struggling to figure out why your community isn't growing? Or maybe you're seeing growth but you can't get engagement? In this episode, you'll find out 4 mistakes to avoid when building a community! In this episode I am continuing a series on community by sharing some of the mistakes you should avoid if you want to build a vibrant, active community that trusts you and is ready to buy what...

Growing a community is hard work, and it doesn't happen overnight. So is it really worth it? And if so, what can you do to get started? I'm diving into these issues in today's conversation. Recently I spent time at the Clarity to Courage Conference. It was an incredible conference and I loved so much about it. One of the very special parts about the conference is that I was able to be there with 1...

Is it possible to build a community using YouTube? And what are the benefits of YouTube over some other platforms? In this special bonus episode, you'll hear from Jessica Stansberry, YouTube creator and teacher. With over 120K subscribers on YouTube and a thriving business, you're sure to gain some valuable insights on growing your community using YouTube. Connect with Jessica on Instagram: @jessi...

Have you ever felt discouraged about how slowly your audience is growing? Disheartened by the number of people who bought your last offer or product? It could be that you're focusing on the wrong thing. After more than 6 years in the online space, I've started to see why some people are so successful at growing their business or launching and others are not. Here it is: people who are successful h...

Are you ready to launch a podcast, FB group, or even a course or program? If so, you probably have dealt with the challenge of coming up with a name for it.   On this episode of the podcast I share a strategy session I did with Connie McDonald. In this conversation, Connie and I chat through the process of naming her podcast. But we also dive into how the podcast will be connected to her community...

What do you do if you want to increase your visibility, but you have 2 different audiences? And how can you talk about and draw people into your main program or offer without feeling salesly all the time?  In this episode of the podcast, I'm talking with Teresa Huff, host of the Grant Writing Simplified podcast. Teresa was a student in my Shine Online Program the first time I ran it, and today you...

Have you heard the term business coach and felt confused about what that actually means? Maybe you've hired a coach and been disappointed by your results. Let's dig into what business coaching can look like to help you choose the best option for your business. When I first moved away from done-for-you services and more into the space of coaching, I was resistant to being called a coach, in part be...

When was the last time you looked at your website, social media, and sales process through the eyes of your client? How easy is it to work with you? It might be time to simplify your offer path.   On this episode I'm sharing part of a challenge I did to help my own clients and students figure out the best ways to get consistent clients of their own. This segment is all about creating a Simplified...

What if thriving in business isn't about hitting an income goal or achieving passive income, but something entirely different? Listen in for 3 things you need in place to thrive, not just survive.   On the last few episodes of the podcast I've been talking about hitting your income goals and finding consistent clients. And while these things are critical, they aren't everything you need to be able...