Lead With Heart

Today, we're diving into a topic many creative entrepreneurs struggle with: confidently showing your expertise without feeling arrogant. You’ll learn how to overcome the fear of sounding like you’re bragging when sharing your accomplishments and techniques for building trust and credibility with your audience through authentic communication and storytelling. Links: 🍦 FREE! The Soft Launch Planner...

This episode is all about the energetics of raising your prices as a creative solopreneur or online service provider. You’ll hear: - My story of a flopped price increase and why it led to *crickets* instead of clients - The key mindset and energetic steps to master before increasing your rates - How to tell if you’re undercharging or overcharging for your offerings - Exactly how I effectively navi...

In this episode, I’m joined by my two friends of 20+ years, Emma Rendell and Kaitlin Lane. We yap about: - The difference between regular friendships and sisterhood. - Navigating dynamics as a trio of besties. - Secrets to maintaining relationships as long-distance friends. - Kaitlin’s list of ex-boyfriends. Please join us for thoughtful, giggle-filled, and occasionally unhinged girl talk. Happy G...

In this episode, you’ll learn: - The pros and cons of a Soft Launch strategy. - How to determine if it’s the best launch strategy for your next offer. - The process we followed to launch In Tandem Studios and book $12k worth of beta projects within a few weeks. Links: 🍦 FREE! The Soft Launch Planner: https://samarabortz.myflodesk.com/soft-launch-planner 🦋 The Expansion Collective: https://samara...

This episode is a guest interview with Isobel Griffin, a copywriter who specializes in feel good web copy for creatives and small business owners. We discuss: Isobel's unexpected journey to becoming a copywriter! Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and the importance of trusting your gut, having patience, and leaning into pivots. Connect with Isobel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isobel.griff...

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of imposter syndrome and how it affects creative entrepreneurs like you. We explore: Why imposter syndrome is so common, especially during times of transition and growth. The difference between imposter syndrome that signals a need for change and imposter syndrome that stems from fear. Practical tools for overcoming imposter syndrome, including the powe...

n this episode, I offer a perspective shift and action step to help you create more magnetic messaging for your high-ticket service. Plus, an invitation to join the January 2025 cohort of The Expansion Collective! We kick off on January 23rd. Use the code ‘LETSEXPAND’ for $150 off any payment plan. Links: 🦋 The Expansion Collective: https://samarabortz.com/group-business-coaching ✨ Private Mento...

Building "authority" online doesn't have to feel icky. In this episode, learn how to cultivate trust and credibility with your audience to help prop up your offers in your sales process. I break down two different content pillars for Instagram grid posts with examples and frameworks you can adapt for your offers. Join the January 2025 cohort of The Expansion Collective! Links: 🦋 The Expansion Col...

Tired of staring at your phone, feeling stressed because you have nothing to post on Instagram today? In this episode, I'm breaking down my structured approach to batching engaging IG content that attracts dream clients. No more random posting! Learn how to plan and execute a content strategy that feels good and leaves room for creative freedom. Links: 🦋 The Expansion Collective: https://samarabo...

This is the first episode of The Lead With Heart Podcast. I'm your host, Samara Bortz – a business coach for creatives who are growing their income and impact. 🦋 The Expansion Collective: https://samarabortz.com/group-business-coaching ✨ Private Mentorship Options: https://samarabortz.com/private-mentorship 💌 Weekly Newsletter: The Heart Behind It: https://samarabortz.substack.com/ 💕 Instagram...