Dear FoundHer...Real Founder Stories for Women Small Business Owners

We’ve been talking a lot lately about just getting started. And what does that mean? Well, you can grab Lindsay's Jumpstart Your Business Blueprint , it’s a free guide linked in the show notes…but what else does it mean to just get started? While many of you know, Lindsay is a proponent for building a content strategy and a process to execute it. But, she also believes you need to just g...

It’s never too late to do what’s right. And with the hate around the world at an all-time high, there is no better day than today to re-release a conversation with an incredible founder who chose to stand up against hate---no matter the impact on her business. Caroline D’Amore is a friend and an advocate for the Jewish community, and as someone who owns a business had every thing to lose—but...

"Knowing when to ask for help will play a key role in your growth and ultimately in your success." ---Lindsay Pinchuk Look for the helpers. This is a notion that doesn’t just apply to catastrophic situations, but to business as well. And whether you’re just getting started, a year in or five years in—knowing when to ask for help will play a key role in your growth and ultimately your success....

While there is no such thing as an overnight success, your business can change at the drop of a hat. After years of hard work, this is what happened to Dana Lynn Kaye, Founder of Devotion Nutrition all thanks to a single, heartfelt endorsement from a passionate influencer. Today she shares her entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing passion, resilience, and the incredible transformation that happened...

You have to start somewhere—and this week alone Lindsay Pinchuk was asked by FIVE PEOPLE: I have an idea for a business, how do I get started? So she's dedicating today’s conversation to giving you tangible steps that you can take to get going. And even if you’ve started, this is a great place to listen and learn and make sure that you have dotted all of your I’s and crossed all of your...

Kathrin Hamm, originally an economist at the World Bank, turned her chronic insomnia into an opportunity by creating Bearaby, a thriving business centered around a unique product: a weighted blanket made entirely from organic materials, without plastic beads. Her journey involved overcoming skepticism from manufacturers and the complexities of introducing a new, sustainable product category to the...

On Tuesdays episode of Dear FoundHer, Suzanne Sitrin, Founder of Blue Birch Consulting talked about your offer and knowing how to price your product or services. Today, Host, Lindsay Pinchuk continues the conversation, sharing with you some of the tips she uses my own clients and for herself when shaping an offer that sticks. Takeaways Write out all the tasks involved in the job and estimate...

Considering a shift from a corporate to entrepreneur? Suzanne Sitrin, founder of Blue Birch Consulting, shares insights on starting her consultancy from scratch, discussing key areas such as leadership culture, service pricing, time management, and the indispensable value of networking and sustaining client relationships. Suzanne’s insights into pricing are particularly valuable—she discusses how...

In this conversation, Lindsay Pinchuk shares the success stories of women in her online community and group mentorship program, Marketing Made Simple for Small Business. These women have achieved significant wins, such as landing TEDx talks, securing TV segments, launching new businesses, and increasing reach and engagement on social media. Lindsay emphasizes that these wins were not the result of...

“It's valuable to not have a perfect plan,” advises Gail Simmons as she shares how she manifested her dreams into reality—from penning restaurant reviews in college to becoming a renowned figure in the culinary world.  Working under food critic Jeffrey Steingarten at Vogue and alongside chef Daniel Boulud, Gail gained invaluable lessons that paved the way for her role at Food & Wine Magaz...

You've heard Lindsay Pinchuk say on so many occasions: Your community is your greatest asset. User Generated Content is one of the many reasons why. User-generated content (UGC) is a powerful marketing tactic that small business owners can utilize to drive awareness and build trust. It's cost-effective, provides fresh and diverse content, and fosters a sense of community and engagement. Small busi...

Diagnosed with stage four cancer at age two and a half years old, Gretchen Witt’s son's condition highlighted the critical need for increased awareness and funding for pediatric cancer. Drawing on her PR expertise, she organized a cookie bake-a-thon fundraiser that laid the foundation for Cookies for Kids' Cancer. The nonprofit she founded has since raised over $21 million, funding critical resear...

Earlier this week on Dear FoundHer, Kristen Shroyer shared with us the story of co-founding ONEHOPE wines.   A pivotal moment in their founding story was when they were approached by a member of the Mondavi family who later became a mentor and an investor in their business.  In today's episode we're talking about the importance of mentorship for female entrepreneurs. You'll hear Lindsay...

Who would have thought that a simple idea generated over happy hour could transform into a multimillion-dollar wine business? This is exactly what happened with ONEHOPE Wine—a business where every bottle sold supports a cause. At the heart of this story is Kristen Shroyer, whose journey uncorks the power of mentorship, determination, and a mission to give back and make a difference. Her journey be...

On today's episode, Host, Lindsay Pinchuk discusses how she built her first company using partnerships---trade partnerships to borrow other brand's communities. Through her partnerships, she ended up securing many paid sponsorships, which eventually led to Target hiring her company to create a brand activation that led to 6-figure programs for multiple years, and then the acquisition of her compan...

"How many people are on your social media team?" Is Lindsay Pinchuk's favorite question. WHY? Because it's just her and has been for a LONG time...even after she sold her company, she wasn't given a team as promised, and her social media strategy and management came from her. But she was able to do it in a way that elicits this question all the time. HOW? She has a process---multiple processes act...

Work attire doesn't have to be boring; it can be an empowering statement of your identity, ambition, and style. Sali Christeson and her brand, Argent, are redefining professional wear for women. In this episode, she shares how her venture into the fashion industry was sparked by a glaring gap in the market: the dire need for workwear that resonates with the modern woman's ethos of boldness, functi...

"I really care about helping people feel confident in their skin. We instill confidence through skincare, but I believe it has a much greater impact on the world. When we feel good, we do good,” says Rachel Liverman, Founder and CEO of Glowbar. Rachel shares the mindset shifts necessary for launching and growing a business that resonates with today's consumers. From generating pre-launch buzz on s...

You hear Dear FoundHer host, Lindsay Pinchuk, say it ALL THE TIME: SHARE YOUR STORY. Just this week a client of hers shared their story for the first time and it was by far her most engaged piece of content she's ever shared. Your story is your bridge to transaction, and in today's episode, host, Lindsay Pinchuk explains how and why. In this episode, Lindsay Pinchuk emphasizes the importance of sh...

In this rerun of one of our most downloaded episodes, Peloton's Jenn Sherman shares with us what happened when she implemented the five simple steps host, Lindsay Pinchuk, gave to her to grow her Instagram. When Jenn was last on Dear FoundHer , Lindsay issued several Instagram challenges to help her grow her following and boost engagement. After applying Lindsay’s tips and conquering her imposter...

In this rerun of one of our most downloaded episodes, Peloton's Jenn Sherman discusses her social media insecurity and imposter syndrome around learning the basics of Instagram. Jenn is the OG Peloton instructor and her three episodes of Dear FoundHer... have been among our most downloaded. In this conversation, Jenn learns basic processes like recording and posting, especially as someone who is o...

Fashion meets advocacy as host Lindsay Pinchuk talks with Stacy Igel, the powerhouse behind athleisure brand Boy Meets Girl. From the brand’s inception in 2001, Stacy has been on a mission, not just to create streetwear, but to embed a narrative of impact in her brand. From anti-bullying initiatives to breast cancer awareness and immigrant rights, Boy Meets Girl proves that fashion can indeed serv...

Growing your instagram for your business doesn’t happen overnight. It is a marathon, not a sprint. And it all rests upon the foundation you lay and eventually build upon.  Many of you tell Lindsay that you’re paralyzed and you don’t even know how to get started. That there is so much to manage and think about. But, when you build a foundation, you really need to start with the...

Discover how Karen Behnke, fueled by a lifelong passion for health and wellness, transformed the beauty industry with Juice Beauty. In this enlightening episode of Dear Founder, Lindsay Pinchuk sits down with the mind behind the clean beauty pioneer to explore the creation of a brand that's as committed to the environment as it is to efficacy. Diving into Karen's story, listeners will learn about...

"Ever wondered how setbacks can fuel innovation and lead you to success?" In this episode of Dear FoundHer…, Lindsay Pinchuk sits down with Amy Schoenthal, a journalist turned marketing consultant and author of "The Setback Cycle," to tackle this very question. They dive into Amy's journey and the pivotal role setbacks play in personal and professional growth. Lindsay and Amy peel back the layers...