Christian Woman Business Podcast

Have you ever questioned yourself in your business, wondered if you should do what you're doing, or felt like clients or customers won't want what you have to offer?   Why am I talking about confidence and imposter syndrome? I believe they are closely related, and they are something that many of the women I talk with experience.   A lack of confidence can look like questioning what you're doing, w...

Have you ever struggled with how to maintain a consistent flow of income in your service based business? There are strategies you can use to deal with cancellations and inconsistent cash flow in order to stabilize your income.   In this episode of the Christian Woman Business Podcast, I'm sharing a strategy session with life coach Jenifer DeCastro. Jenifer and I chat about her struggles with maint...

What do you need to grow your business online? There are many things you might *think* you need, but the truth is, they are not the most important things. In this episode, I'm going to share with you the one thing you truly need to grow your business online and what's involved in creating it. There are no cookie cutter solutions in business, but there are some principles that apply across the boar...

Does your business growth feel slow or sluggish? Do you have trouble engaging with your audience or feeling like you have their attention?   On this episode I'm sharing 3 reasons your business might be stuck, based on my own experiences and on the issues that come up most often with my clients. I'm also giving you some ideas on how to change things up if you see yourself reflected in any of these...

What do you think of when I say the word marketing?   The word marketing can have a negative connotation sometimes. There are plenty of marketing tactics that feel a little dishonest, spammy, or slimy.    You know your product or service is good and can help others, but how do you get them to pay attention and learn about what you have without compromising your faith or values or feeling like you'...

Are you selling the right thing in your business to generate income? Are you building a business that you will enjoy a year or two from now?  What kind of business model are you trying to create?   So often we jump into business focused on our idea for what we want to sell. But if we don't actually understand where that fits into the overall landscape of online business, we can struggle, and may e...

Are you finding yourself stuck or frustrated about growing an audience online? You might need to start by getting clarity about your message and your ideal listener or reader.   In this episode of the Christian Woman Business Podcast, I'm sharing a strategy session with podcaster Janell Wood. Janell and I chat about her desire to reach her audience with a message of hope and truth.    She shares a...

How do you decide what kind of investment is right for you and your business? There are so many options in the online space, and it can be overwhelming to try and decide which direction to go.   The good news is that there are some ways to discern what kind of investment to make, and I'm going to share them with you in this episode. I'll share several of the most common investments you can make, t...

Have you ever thought about making an investment in yourself in order to grow your business? Perhaps you've considered this, but you've been scared to do so. Or, maybe you've made investments that have ended up being the wrong ones for you.   In this episode, I'm going to give you a behind-the-scenes look at my first 3 months of business. I'm sharing real numbers (that I've never shared before pub...

Without clients or customers, you don't have much of a business. But how do you go about finding new clients, especially when your business isn't well established? In this episode, I want to share with you some ideas for finding clients even if you're just getting started. First, there are a few things you need to get clear on before you dive into trying to find more clients. Questions to ask befo...

What is the one thing you need in your business this year as a Christian woman business owner or content creator?  While much of what you're hearing this time of year is about setting goals, dreaming, and planning for your business, I want to share with you something that I believe will make a big difference for you. It's something that is absolutely necessary as a Christian business owner, and yo...

You don't want to just launch a podcast… you want to launch a podcast that is good . A podcast that is successful (based on your definition of success) and sustainable for the long haul. But how do you do that? In this episode, I'm going to share with you the 3 aspects of a successful launch. If you do these 3 things, you'll be able to not only get your podcast launched but also have a good chance...

Almost everyone I talk to about podcasting wants to know: What do I need for tech? What audio equipment do I need to buy, and how can I start recording my show? So I'm bringing you the goods here and sharing about the tech and tools I use for my own shows and that I recommend to my clients and students. After I share the specific equipment you need to get started, I'm going to tell you what's even...

Do you want to start a podcast, but you're not sure if you can do it because of the costs? Maybe you don't know what to expect in terms of financial or time investment, but you truly want to make a podcast happen.   In this episode, I'm going to share with you about the 2 biggest costs of podcasting (time and money) and 8 creative solutions for dealing with these costs. It is possible to podcast w...

One of the biggest reasons that podcasts do not succeed is that they fail to have a clear strategy before they launch. Instead, they get really excited about the idea of having a podcast and they jump in without much of a plan! And then when they aren't seeing the numbers they expected, they get discouraged and quit. Many podcasts don't make it past episode 7… it's called podfading, and it's quite...

Maybe you've considered a podcast, but you're still not sure if it would actually benefit you. You're wondering if it's worth the investment of time, energy, and finances.   In this episode, I want to share with you about 9 different benefits of starting a podcast from my own experience.   For the full show notes for this episode, go to christianwomanbusiness.com/20   The 9 Benefits I've Experienc...

Is podcasting the right content platform for you? If you're leaning towards starting a podcast but you're not quite sure if it's the right option, this episode is for you. I'm sharing 3 practical ways you can figure out if podcasting is a good option for you.   And even if you're already a podcaster, these tactics may still be helpful for you as you think about growing your podcast.   Get my free...

What do you do when you're investing time and energy into your blog or other content you're creating, but you're not seeing any income coming in? And how do you know if it's the right time to start a podcast or if you should hold off?   In this episode, I'm sharing a strategy session that I did with my friend Angela Sackett. Angela has a passion for helping women love God, love people, and celebra...

One of the biggest questions I hear from the women I work with is: "Should I start a blog, a podcast, or a YouTube channel?" And I understand because I had the same question at one point, too.   It's a big decision and there are many factors to figuring out what will be best for you and your business. In this episode, I'm going to share some of the pros and cons of each primary content channel. An...

Have you ever struggled with feeling discouraged in your business? Wondered whether what you're doing really matters or if you're on the right path? If so, you're not alone. As a Christian business owner, you're not immune to the ups and downs of the business life. In this episode, I want to share with you a few of the strategies I use when I am feeling this way.  I hope these suggestions will hel...

You know you need to start or work on building your email list, right? But how to do you actually do this? In this episode, I want to continue the series I've been doing talking about the essentials for building your business and audience online. So far we've talked about your website in Episode 13 and why email is more important than social media in Episode 14. Today I'm sharing the 3 things you...

Do you feel the pressure to keep growing your social media, but barely have time to focus on growing or communicating with your email list? Or perhaps you haven't even started an email list yet because the tech seem scary or you don't know what to say in your emails. If that's the case, you're not alone. But I'm here to tell you that focusing on your email list is essential. In this episode, I'm s...

So you have a website… but is it working for you? Is it accomplishing what you want it to in your business or brand?   In this episode, I want to share with you 4 things that your website should do if you want it to work for you. These tips will help you whether you've had a website for years or even if you don't yet have one and are getting ready to create one.   For the full show notes for this...

Would you like to save time, streamline your business activities, and steward your time wisely? Systems will help you do this, and this episode will get you started with understanding and creating systems in your business. In Episode 11, I shared with you about one of the ways that I'm able to manage the various activities and responsibilities I have, including 2 podcasts, a service-based business...

The tech and tools needed to grow a business online can sometimes feel daunting. But when done right, tools can help you in so many ways. Sometimes I get asked how I am able to manage my business, 2 podcasts, and my other responsibilities. In this episode, I'm sharing one of my secrets: it's in the tools that I use to run my business and my life. And next week, I'll share another secret, which is...