Confessions of a Spiritual Entrepreneur: Intuition, Motherhood & Building a Business on Your Own Terms

What happens to your business when you know motherhood is coming but you’re not on leave yet? In this episode, Samantha shares how she’s restructuring her business before becoming a mom, from refining her offers and revenue model to reevaluating her role as CEO. This isn’t about maternity leave logistics (that’s coming in a future episode). It’s about the deeper identity shift, the energetic prepa...

Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list and unsure where to start? This short guided meditation practice will help you pause, reconnect to your body and breath, and tune back into your deeper why . Join Samantha for a calming moment to clear mental clutter, realign with your purpose, and identify the one meaningful thing to focus on today. Want more meditations like this? Join Headquarters , a free...

In this illuminating episode, psychotherapist and astrologer Debra Silverman joins Samantha to explore the powerful intersection of psychology and astrology, the importance of emotional awareness, and how our birth charts influence everything from business to parenting to karma. They dive deep into Debra’s new book I Don’t Believe in Astrology, and unpack how understanding your chart can support s...

A wildfire scare near Samantha’s home sparked a powerful thought experiment: What if you had to rebuild your business from scratch? In this solo episode, Samantha shares a 5-part business self-audit to help you simplify your systems, refocus on what’s actually profitable, and future-proof your business for sustainability and growth…even in emergencies. What You’ll Learn: How to identify what’s tru...

Samantha explores what it really takes to be visible in today’s digital-first world without cringing, second-guessing, or watering yourself down. Inspired by a recent panel discussion on visibility, Samantha shares her personal evolution by showing up online and distills five transformative mindset shifts to help you move past fear, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. If you’ve ever felt resistanc...

In this episode, Samantha explores the often-overlooked truth behind effective marketing: it’s not just what you say or how often you say it. It’s the energy behind it. Drawing from over 13 years of experience in corporate and startup marketing, along with her background as a Reiki energy healer, Samantha shares why so many business owners struggle to see traction even when they’re “doing all the...

In this episode, Samantha sits down with Meagan O’Nan, a human connection speaker, consultant, and TEDx speaker whose life and work revolve around one powerful mission: helping people stay connected even when they disagree. From being outed and ostracized in Mississippi to returning years later to build a life rooted in healing and purpose, Meagan shares how she’s learned to bridge impossible divi...

In this episode, Samantha dives deep into a season most of us don’t love to admit: slow growth. Whether you’ve launched something new and heard crickets, or you’re just feeling a little off, this conversation will help you decode what’s really happening behind the scenes. Samantha unpacks the 5 most common reasons your business might be moving slowly. From misaligned messaging to energetic burnout...

In this episode of Confessions of a Spiritual Entrepreneur, Samantha gets real about those moments when your business feels “off” even when you’re doing everything right. She unpacks what being out of alignment truly feels like, why it happens (spoiler: it’s not because you’re failing), and how to come back to your inner truth. Sharing personal stories; from a heart-lacking workshop to a complete...

In the first episode of Confessions of a Spiritual Entrepreneur, Samantha sets the tone for a deeply aligned and radically honest conversation about what it really takes to grow a business and yourself. Drawing from her 13+ years in branding and marketing (from PayPal and LinkedIn to scrappy startups), Samantha shares her journey from corporate burnout to reiki master and business mentor. She intr...

Hosted by business mentor Samantha Mullett, Confessions of a Spiritual Entrepreneur explores what it takes to build a profitable business in the modern online space…without losing your soul.  Through unfiltered solo episodes and honest guest conversations, Samantha shares the mindset shifts, energetic practices, and business clarity that help women entrepreneurs grow without burning out or hi...

In the last episode of the Side Note Podcast, Samantha shares why it’s time to close this chapter and what’s coming next. From launching the show as an experiment to finding her voice and evolving her work, Samantha opens up about the real reason she’s letting go of the Side Note name, and what listeners can expect from her new show launching June 3rd. This is a warm, honest farewell filled with g...

In this episode, Samantha goes behind-the-scenes of her recent launch for The Brand Edit group program—what worked, what didn’t, and what it taught her about herself and her audience. With real-time reflections and a no-fluff breakdown of both the emotional rollercoaster and strategic takeaways, this episode is a must-listen for any business owner in launch mode (or about to be). You’ll walk away...

In this powerhouse conversation, Samantha discusses all things personal branding and PR strategist Katrina Owens to unpack the deeper, purpose-driven energy behind building a personal brand that gets noticed—and converts. From dismantling outdated PR models to helping clients claim their story, Katrina shares the real strategy behind showing up, building relationships, and being seen as a leader i...

In this episode, Samantha breaks down The Brand Edit, her signature four-week, high-touch group program designed to help business owners finally break through the market. Through real-life client success stories (like floral designer Lee), she illustrates what happens when you identify and unlock your business’s unique code. From finding your X factor to aligning messaging, visuals, and positionin...

In this episode, I’m blending my background in energy healing with my work as a business coach to help you understand how your visibility, retention, and “X factor” all play together to shape your business. We’ll walk through three powerful mindset and energy-based exercises — including one with a Polly Pocket-sized business vision — to help you uncover disconnects, reset your approach, and make y...

I knew this episode was going to blow my mind—but I didn’t expect it to realign my entire belief system. Vish Chatterji is not your typical executive coach. He’s also a Vedic astrologer, a dedicated yogi, and the author of The Business Casual Yogi and Astrology Decoded . We met at the Berkeley Coaches Conference (shoutout to the yogi lunch table!), and I instantly knew we had to record this. This...

Can you really build a business by being your full, unfiltered self? I’m here to tell you — absolutely yes. In this episode, I share what happened when I stopped hiding the intuitive, spiritual, and yes, slightly "woo" parts of me from my professional life. From my love of astrology and Reiki to my obsession with color psychology, I’ve seen how bringing these truths to the table doesn't repel clie...

Rebranding, brand strategy, brand identity, brand differentiation, design, entrepreneurship, brand therapy, brand workshop Rebranding is more than just swapping out your logo or picking a new color palette. It’s a full-blown identity shift—and trust me, I’ve been in the thick of it. In this episode of Side Note , I get real about my rebrand journey and why strategy must come before design. Spoiler...

After talking to 30 brand designers, I discovered something wild: no one does brand strategy the same—and most of us are skipping the most important part . In this episode, I break down the real reason your brand might feel off, even if it looks polished. Spoiler: it’s not about the logo. I’m sharing the invisible (but costly) mistakes people make when rebranding, why so many design processes lead...

Copywriting isn’t just about making words sound good—it’s about making them work for you. In this episode, I sit down with Kaili Meyer , the wordsmith genius behind Reveal Studio Co , to break down the psychology of sales and copywriting . We get into why personality matters in your sales copy , how to use psychological triggers to drive conversions , and the biggest mistakes business owners make...

Thought leadership isn’t about having the hottest take—it’s about standing in your truth. In this conversation with writer and content strategist Vivian Nunez, we explore the power of storytelling, vulnerability, and alignment in creative spaces. Vivian shares how grief shaped her writing and thought leadership, and we discuss why authenticity—not performance—is what truly connects people. We also...

Brand shoots aren’t just about getting some pretty photos for your social media—they’re a powerful opportunity to tell your brand’s story in a visual way. I’m sharing everything I’ve learned about planning a successful brand shoot, from choosing the right photographer to creating the perfect wardrobe that reflects your brand identity. I’ll admit, my first brand shoot didn’t go as smoothly as I hop...

Social media is changing every day, and putting all your eggs in one TikTok-shaped basket is a recipe for disaster. But what if I told you there’s a way to build an audience that you own —one that can grow with you, generate revenue, and even lead to acquisition? That’s exactly what Preeya Goenka, COO of Beehiiv, is here to break down. Preeya shares why email newsletters are the most reliable way...

Hiring is broken—but it doesn’t have to be. I’ve seen firsthand how the wrong hire can drain time, energy, and money. But when you get it right, it’s magic. In this episode of Side Note , I’m sharing my personal playbook for strategic hiring—how to find the right people, avoid common hiring traps, and build a team that actually supports your business growth. Whether you have a few contractors or a...