Fierce Business Babe Podcast with Melissa Lin

In this episode, I'm walking you through a powerful year-end reflection process to help you close out 2025 with clarity and step into 2026 feeling grounded, intentional, and ready for your biggest year yet. A few items in today's episode include: • Guided journaling prompts to help you reflect on your biggest wins, lessons, and growth in 2025 • How to identify what truly aligned with your values t...

In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how to sell confidently through the holidays — without burnout, without guilt, and without buying into the industry myths that hold so many entrepreneurs back. A few items in today's episode include: • The biggest myths about selling in December (and why they're simply not true) • How to show up and sell consistently through the holidays — even if you wan...

In this episode, I'm diving into how to map out your own $10K plan before the end of the year, what to prioritize right now, and how to make aligned moves that create quick momentum. A few items in today's episode include: • Quick mindset shifts that help you create results fast • Journal prompts to uncover what's been holding you back • A behind-the-scenes look at my own end-of-year sales plan •...

In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what you  actually need to start a successful business, what can wait, and how to take aligned, confident first steps without overwhelm. A few items in today's episode include: The only two things you truly need to start a business How to launch without a website, ads, funnels, or complicated systems The most common mindset blocks new entrepreneurs face—a...

In this episode, I'm diving into what it really looks like to run and grow your business as an introvert — and how to build success your way, without burning out or pretending to be someone you're not. A few items in today's episode include: How to structure your business around your energy as an introvert Ways to serve clients without always being on video or live calls Creative delivery ideas fo...

In this episode, I'm walking you through how to plan and set up your own Black Friday sale — from what to sell, to the assets you'll need, to how to actually prep ahead so you can enjoy the holidays and make sales! A few items in today's episode include: When to start planning your Black Friday or holiday sale What to sell (hint: you don't need to create something brand new!) How to build brand aw...

In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how I've built a multiple six-figure business by selling in the DM's (without sales calls for years!) and how you can do the same. A few items in today's episode include: Why I shifted away from sales calls to DM sales How I've sold everything from courses to $20k packages in the DM's Tips for making DM sales simple and natural What  not  to do when selli...

In this episode, I'm opening up about a time I had to fire a client, what I learned from the experience, and the key protections every business owner should have in place.   A few items in today's episode include: My story of firing a client and what led up to it How to protect your energy and experience as a business owner Red flags to watch out for before saying yes to a client Practical protect...

In this episode, I'm opening up about a time I had to fire a client, what I learned from the experience, and the key protections every business owner should have in place.   A few items in today's episode include: My story of firing a client and what led up to it How to protect your energy and experience as a business owner Red flags to watch out for before saying yes to a client Practical protect...

In this episode, I'm sharing my personal experiences with burnout, the boundaries I've put in place to avoid it, and practical ways to reignite your motivation when business feels heavy. A few items in today's episode include: My biggest burnout moments and what caused them Boundaries I've added to protect my energy and business How I separate business and personal life (and why it matters) Practi...

In this episode, I'm sharing how you can maximize the last quarter of the year to increase sales and create powerful momentum, including: A few items in today's episode include: The mindset shifts needed to create quick results. How to decide what to sell in Q4. Ways to pre-sell spots for upcoming programs. Creative offers and bundles to generate fast income. Structuring your sales calendar for Bl...

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on how I sell multiple offers at once in my business and how you can start doing the same!   A few items in today's episode include: When to start with one offer vs. expand into many. How evergreen programs make selling multiple offers easier. Ways to pre-sell spots even before a program opens. Messaging shifts to clearly position each offer. How to he...

In this episode, I'm sharing how I keep my business fully running while traveling—and how you can create a system that works for you too. From my personal non-negotiables to prepping your team and automating key processes, I'm giving you the behind-the-scenes tips that make travel and business a true win-win. A few items in today's episode include: How I spent less than an hour per day running my...

Today we are talking about shifts in my business that have helped me get to where I am in business right now. I am sharing these shifts with you today to help you get closer to where you want to get to faster. Topics we cover include:   Most important shifts in my business Support that helped me Shifts that helped me scale    And so much more!  Times to check out: (7:00) Mentorship (14:24) Learnin...

Today we are diving into a topic I love chatting about: Evergreen model. This is your business and you get to make up the rules, but if you want to get away from the open-close of launching this is the episode for you. Learn how to support clients all year round!  Topics we cover include:  Shifting to the Evergreen System Evaluating your current model Mapping out future scaling    And so much more...

Today, I want to talk about letting it be easy in your business. We've been taught that hustle and constant grind are the only paths to success—but starting today, we're rewriting that story. It's time to create success with more ease, not more exhaustion. Topics we cover include:  Allowing opportunities for it to be easier What behind the scenes look like Expand your business What ease looks like...

Today, I am diving into everything you need to know to figure out if your business strategy is working for you. I am going to share my rule of thumb for trying new strategies and some key points for deciding if your strategy is working for your business. We're also going to chat about learning to trust the process so that you can find the best strategy for your business. Topics we cover include: ...

Today, I am covering all about launch metrics to track. I will be diving deep into metrics, what I have learned that works for me over the years and things that could work for your business during launch too! Topics we cover include:  Importance of Metrics Learning which numbers are important What to look for when not making sales Why Metrics are Important to Look At During Launch Examples of Metr...

Today, I am diving into the question, are you giving away too much free value? We are going to chat about what types of content you should be sharing on social media and how much value you should be adding into your content. We are also going to dive into how to determine which content should be free and which content should not. Topics we cover include:  Content you should be sharing on social me...

Today, I am diving into how you can start shifting into $20K months in your business. We are going to chat about the biggest shifts I have made to get me to where I am in my business today and how you can start to make these shifts in your own business. I am also going to share some extra tips to help you and your business thrive. Topics we cover include:  Having a strategic plan  Amplify Your Sal...

Today, I am diving into something every business owner should know about: saying no. I dive into saying no to clients that aren't a right fit for you and your business, how you know a client isn't the right fit, times I have said no to potential clients, and so much more. Topics we cover include:  Reasons to say no to potential clients How to prequalify clients How I say no to clients that aren't...

Today, I am going to be talking about your audience. I will be diving deep into how to grow your audience, along with busting some of the many myths we hear about how our audience affects our business and so much more. Topics we cover include:  The Audience Size Myth Growing Your Audience Create Viral & Polarizing Content Collaborating Be Your Authentic Self    And so much more!    Times to check...

Today, I am diving into challenges that you may face as you start and scale your own business, challenges of being your own boss, examples of challenges I've faced as CEO of my business, some perks to running your own business, and so much more. Topics we cover include:  Obstacles to starting your own business Separating life and business My challenges as a CEO    And so much more!    Times to che...

Today, I am diving into something many business owners face– getting people to pay for your programs. We are going to chat about increasing your enrollment in your programs. I will also be sharing some of my biggest tips for generating more sales in your business. Topics we cover include:  Making a big impact Catching your audience's attention Advertising your offers    And so much more!    Times...

Today we are going to be diving into how to stay on task. We are going to be talking about time management strategies, ways to be more efficient in your business and your life and how you can start to plan and map out your week to get the most done every single day, and so much more! Topics we cover include:  Fitting More Into Your Day Time Management Strategies Implementing Work Hours Mapping Out...