Lauren Loreto & Aurrie Hicks

MAPPED OUT

Business EN ↓ 179 episodes

Ever feel like your marketing strategy and business plan is a maze of endless to-dos? MAPPED OUT is your GPS to breakthrough growth, minus the headaches. Think of us as your savvy road trip companions who've not only survived the marketing wilderness—we've mastered it. Lauren and Aurrie here, battle-tested marketers who've built businesses from the ground up. We're ditching the fluff and corporate-speak to give you the real deal: strategies that actually work, stories from the trenches, and those "why didn't I think of that?" moments that'll transform your approach. Every episode is like havin...

Author

Lauren Loreto & Aurrie Hicks

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Dec 16, 2025

Where to listen?

Podcasts in the app Replaio Radio Coming soon

Podcasts are coming to the app soon. Install now and be the first to see a whole new take on podcasts

Get it on Google Play Install for free Android 5M+ downloads · 4.8 rating iOS soon

Episodes

EP 121 | Boosting Visibility & Sales: The Power of Integrating Streaming Ads in Your Marketing Plan with Lara Murrant 06.12.2023

Think “commercials” are way out of budget or just not the right fit for your brand’s visibility tactics? Maybe… think again. In this episode of "She's Busy AF", host Lauren Loreto interviews digital advertising expert Lara Murrant. They discuss the power and accessibility of streaming TV ad placement for brands of all sizes and explore how brands can leverage streaming platforms for...

EP 120 | How to leverage email marketing to close more leads [Service Provider Edition] 29.11.2023

This week, we're here to make email marketing great again. In this episode of "She's Busy AF" podcast, Lauren emphasizes the importance of email marketing for service providers. She explains how nurture sequences, a series of automated emails, can educate audiences, build trust, and increase conversion rates. Lauren also shares tactics like using lead magnets, pre-sales call nu...

EP 119 | How CPG Brands Can Stand Out & Succeed in 2024 with Monique Benoit 22.11.2023

Calling all parties interested in learning more about the CPG industry, and how to stand the test of time in 2024: In this episode of "She's Busy AF", host Lauren Loreto interviews Monique Benoit, a seasoned professional in the consumer product space. They discuss the challenges and strategies for service-based businesses transitioning into product-based businesses, particularly in...

EP 118 | Turning a Milkshake Bar Idea into a Legendairy Success with Christina Barnett 08.11.2023

In this podcast episode, Christina Barnett, owner of Legendairy Milkshake Bar, shares her entrepreneurial journey and the importance of social media in promoting her business – take one look at their Instagram and you’ll understand. She discusses the challenges of balancing work and personal life, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and being present. Christina also talks about her co...

EP 117 | Tales from the Trenches: Spooky Entrepreneur Horror Stories 31.10.2023

In this podcast episode, hosts Lauren Loreto (Founder/CEO of Brand Good Time and Lakes Wallace (Client Strategy Manager at Brand Good Time) discuss various horror stories related to business experiences, submitted by listeners. The stories are WILD - and range from late invoice payments and missed potential leads, to rude prospects and problematic clients. Check out our services (and lock in 2023...

EP 116 | Niching your agency: a discussion about following your passion (and entering the short-term rental market) with Steph Weber 25.10.2023

Ever thought about niching a bit in your industry? Or how about… entering the short-term rental industry? If either have ever crossed your mind: this is an episode for you. In this podcast episode, Lauren interviews Steph Weber of The Weber Co to discuss their experiences and strategies in the Airbnb industry. They highlight the importance of branding, design, and marketing in attracting bookings...

EP 115 | Navigating the Challenges of Parenting and Entrepreneurship: Tips from a Parenting Coach with Fran Rubio-Katz 18.10.2023

In this podcast episode, Lauren chats with Fran who is a parenting coach specializing in working with parents of challenging children. They discuss topics such as mom guilt, Fran's background as a teacher, and how she became a parenting coach. Fran shares her journey of discovering conscious discipline and implementing it in her own life and eventually helping other teachers and parents. They...

EP 114 | Ask Me Anything: Startup Edition 04.10.2023

From contracts to proposals, visibility tactics, figuring out your ideal client and what to focus on pre-launch, Lauren is digging deep into what she's done (and what she'd do differently if starting over) and answering 11 questions she received from a founder who is starting their first business.  The Importance of the Onboarding Process [00:03:16]  Contracts and Proposals for a First-t...

EP 113 | Secrets to Time Management, Balancing CEO Life and Family, and How to Delegate Effectively with Haley Dagan 27.09.2023

There is nothing about entrepreneurship that isn't mildly chaotic. Racing thoughts about your next growth move, or overthinking a client deliverable? Normal. Wondering if you're giving your friends and family enough attention? Normal. If you're a parent… plagued with “mom guilt”? Also normal. This conversation with Haley was so utterly refreshing in that all entrepreneurs are in the...

EP 112 | How to Crush Black Friday as an Online Business Owner ft Jordyn Bailey and Cierra Robbins 20.09.2023

In this podcast episode, Lauren chats with Cierra and Jordan, experts in Black Friday launching, who share their insights and strategies for online businesses to maximize sales and revenue during this time. They emphasize the importance of getting the offer right and being strategic with exclusive offers that add value without devaluing services. They discuss the advantages of participating in Bla...

EP 111 | How to Transform Your Communication and Sales with Storytelling Ft. Kyle Gray 06.09.2023

Welcome to... HE'S Busy AF! In this podcast episode featuring our first ever male guest, Lauren Loreto, the host of "She's Busy AF," interviews Kyle, a world-class presentation coach and story strategist.  They discuss the importance of storytelling in communication and sales, with Kyle sharing his expertise in crafting impactful stories. They delve into techniques such as usin...

EP 110 | Tales from the Trenches: The Journey of Brand Building on Social Media ft Brooke Jackson 30.08.2023

Get ready for an epic, friendly conversation with Brooke Jackson of Brooke Michelle Photo and host Lauren Loreto as they delve into the essence of personal branding. You'll hear about the pivotal role their friendship played in their business success, and discover how personal branding shaped their connection. Gain insights from their experiences with personal branding, including valuable les...

EP 109 | Finding the Perfect Match: A Guide to Strategic Partnerships with Aurrie Hicks 23.08.2023

What makes a good strategic partnershop? In this podcast episode, Lauren brings on Aurrie Hicks of Hopson Rae to talk all things collaboration and strategic partnerships. They share how they first connected through social media and discovered they had the same due date for their pregnancies. They talk about their backgrounds and starting their own businesses, as well as the benefits of working tog...

EP 108 | How team retreats can strengthen a remote work dynamic 16.08.2023

In this podcast episode, Lauren Loreto, host of "She's Busy AF," shares her team's recent retreat experience. The purpose of the retreat was to bring together remote team members from different locations, celebrate, plan for the future, create content, and serve local businesses. The planning process involved budgeting, goal-setting, and finding a suitable location. The team st...

EP 107 | #TeamTakeover - Breaking Down the Best of Barbie Marketing with Lakes & Hope 09.08.2023

Lauren took a week off of the podcast and invited two team members from Brand Good Time in to talk all things BARBIE MARKETING. In this episode,  Laken Wallace and Hope Dwyer of Brand Good Time discuss the rebranding and marketing efforts of Barbie. They talk about the release of the Barbie movie and various brand partnerships that have contributed to the success of the campaign. They highlight th...

EP 106 | How to simplify your marketing strategy for better sales & product visibility 02.08.2023

In this episode of the "She's Busy AF" podcast, Lauren reflects on the journey of her podcast and discusses the complexities of marketing for small businesses. She emphasizes the importance of simplifying marketing and focuses on the three key elements of a successful marketing plan: having a product, a differentiator, and the means and messaging to reach the target audience. Lauren...

EP 105 | Mastering the art of conversion copywriting: insights from Kori Whitby 26.07.2023

In this episode, Lauren interviews Kori Whitby, a conversion copywriter and messaging strategist. They discuss Kori's entrepreneurial journey and her work in the field of copywriting. Kori shares how she discovered her passion for copywriting and her thoughts on the different categories of copywriters. They also delve into the balance between creative copy and effective calls to action, the u...

EP 104 | Tech talk: tools we use and recommend for service-based businesses 19.07.2023

In this podcast episode, Lauren discusses the various tech tools and software her company uses for communication, sales, marketing, and client services. She emphasizes the importance of investing in technology to improve efficiency and mentions specific tools like Loom, Whereby, Slack, Monday.com, HoneyBook, and Calendly. Lauren also talks about their use of Flodesk for email marketing, Buzzsprout...

EP 103 | What to do when you hit a sales slump 12.07.2023

This podcast is all about effective ways to overcome business slumps. Drawing from her own experiences, Lauren offers practical strategies to guide you through difficult times. Follow us on Instagram: @brandgoodtime @shesbusyaf Check out our services: www.brandgoodtime.com Connect with Lauren on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/laurenloreto Topics discussed: sales slump, business, companies, financia...

EP 102 | Adding new services - the bold path to success... or overwhelm? 05.07.2023

In this podcast episode, host Lauren Loreto of the "She's Busy AF" podcast discusses the challenges and considerations of adding new services to her business. She emphasizes the importance of perfecting their existing services before expanding and highlights the concept of friction in services and client relationships. Lauren shares specific challenges they faced with their 90-day p...

EP 101 | Balancing Impact and Ethics in (and out of) Nonprofit Marketing with Abby Littlefield 28.06.2023

This episode of "She's Busy AF" with Abby Littlefield, Executive Director of Kindred Exchange is all about making an impact. In this podcast, Abby shares the most valuable lesson she's learned from her work: the importance of balancing impact and ethics. She explains how Kindred Exchange is making a difference through its three pillars of conversation, consulting, and cohorts,...

EP 100 | When AI goes wrong, practical website tips, and taking ownership with Bailey Thibodeaux 21.06.2023

Are you a business owner looking to grow your team and improve your website? In this episode of "She's Busy AF," Lauren and Bailey discuss the importance of team management, website design, and taking responsibility for mistakes in business. Bailey shares her experience in expanding her team and the benefits of delegating tasks, while Lauren emphasizes the need for clear expectation...

EP 99 | Bold Strategies for Business Growth: Podcasting, LinkedIn, and AI 14.06.2023

In this podcast episode, Lauren Loreto, the host of "She's Busy AF," discusses the latest trends in marketing and business. She talks about the impact of the economy on businesses and delves into three trends in the business and marketing space, including the rise of podcasting, the importance of LinkedIn as a marketing tool for B2B businesses, and the increasing use of artificial i...

EP 98 | 4 Critical Numbers to Track in Your Business with Liz Strong 07.06.2023

In this episode of "She's Busy AF," host Lauren Loreto interviews web designer turned OBM, Liz Strong. They discuss the importance of leadership and tracking four critical numbers in business: lead stats, time stats, profitability, and service percentage. Liz shares her expertise in using data to make informed decisions and streamline processes to improve profitability and scalabili...

EP 97 | How to Build a Business that Runs Without You with Alyson Caffrey 31.05.2023

In this episode of "She's Busy AF", host Lauren Loreto interviews Alyson Caffrey, founder of the Operations Agency , the co-creator of the Operations Simplified™ Framework, and the author of The Sabbatical Method: Create a business that can function without you . They discuss the importance of work-life harmony for business owners and the mindset shift needed to effectively delegate...

Listen to the MAPPED OUT podcast in Replaio

Radio and podcasts in one app - free, with no sign-up. Install today and do not miss the launch

Get it on Google Play

Replaio is not a podcast publisher; show names, artwork and audio belong to their authors and are distributed through public RSS feeds.