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We all know that voice. Your inner critic sitting in the corner of your brain waiting to weigh in on each & every thing you’re trying to do. During our last Substack Live, we got into the reality of that inner critic, that all-too-familiar voice that can really mess with your confidence and hold you back. If you’ve ever felt challenged by the noisy critic in your head, this one’s for you. Learn ab...

Here’s the thing about content creation: there is no magic formula but there are ways to make sure that what you’re putting out for whatever reason - business, personal, for the aliens - is categorically good. This week on our Substack Live, we got a bit deeper into what makes content truly good and why it’s a non-negosh for those of us building & running businesses & brands online. We talk about...

I’m not a pumpkin spice Fall girl. I’m a let’s-get-quiet-and-reconnect-with-our-magic Fall girl. So in this house, Fall is when we reset, reconnect and find a bit of forward motion clarity. And this year, coming off a summer of ‘ I don’t know ’, I'm sharing the reset I’ve done the last few years - with some new added clarity steps. The Fall Reset Workbook & Guide combines my love for purging what’...

A whole lot of forward motion focused stuff in this one! We chatted all things clarity, forward motion & being ok with the “I don’t know” parts of life. I walked thru the 4 step clarity process I’ve been taking myself through and if you’d like to do it too here’s yesterday’s post that lays it all out. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...

Inside The Haven is where midlife moms building businesses (and def needing a nap) come to feel seen, supported, and reminded they’re powerful as hell. Part pep talk 💕, part permission slip 👍🏻, part practical magic ✨ & all for you. With this powerful New Moon in Cancer over us today, I decided to do a New Moon Activation Spread with my Goddess Power Oracle deck - one of my absolute faves. I di...

For those of us who have days when we are ready to fling a lit match onto the pile & watch it burn, I hear you, I see you, I am you.... But before you light it up, take a quick & dirty pause. Entrepreneurship is a rollercoaster of good, bad, ugly & brilliant. And we all have moments, days or even weeks where we want to give it up & walk away. But do we? I'm sharing my own recent "b...

Thank you Kristi Keller 🇨🇦 , Sarah , and the other almost 3 dozen people who came to hear us yap & think & wonder & challenge & f****n’ LAUGH for an hour! This week’s live with Dre Beltrami was, per usual, so much fun and the convo was SO important. Visibility - getting visible for your business, brand, whatever - is not everyone cup of tea. And for so many it’s more like a cup of anxiety. BUT if...

It was true on it's first release in Jan 2024 & it's still true now! Breaking Free from the Overnight Success Myth We dig into the societal (and social media) obsession with overnight success, how it impacts entrepreneurs and shapes our perceptions of success. I also ask 3 pretty big questions to help you determine & redefine success on your own terms. Entreprenuer Moms, get ready to chall...

Another too-good-to-leave-in-the-past episode! From April 2024, this was such a great one & dug into the big lessons I've learned as a business owner and what I'd do differently if I started over today. We talk mindset, understanding your audience, and developing passive income streams early on. This is honest truth about the reality of entrepreneurship.  00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:26 R...

Grab a cup of something & tuck in. Truth bombs, unlearning ah-ha’s, facing the uncomfortable to find our freedom. My god this was one of the best conversations I’ve ever had - and that’s saying something. Thank you Jenn- jscreative , Kat Nisson , and many others for tuning into my live video with Dre Beltrami ! Join Dre & I on March 20th for our next Weird, Wonderful & Human Live! This is a public...

When it's so good, we have to hear it again! Join me as I revisit a super popular episode from the past year. We're talking about the often overlooked challenge of loneliness in entrepreneurship. I share my own journey & strategies to combat loneliness. And get into why community and support networks are the answer to almost every loneliness dilemma. Learn about the value of networking groups,...

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We've all been there - you get yourself caught in a loop of planning/thinking/wondering/worrying/learning but you can't seem to actually get started on that big thing you want to do.  I call it the "thinking about maybe starting" mindset trap and in today's quick & dirty episode, I'm sharing my favorite ways to get the hell out of our own way.  Here's the link to the Substack post I mentioned:...

Join me for my next live video in the app This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kitwithkatie.substack.com

Join me for my next live video in the app This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kitwithkatie.substack.com

Starting, building & running a business as a mom isn't simply "work when the baby sleep" because what if they're simply bad nappers? Join me & fellow Entrepreneur Mom, Amanda Russell, as we chat about what life looks like, how we manage it & what we hope to impact as business owning moms.  Amanda Russell is an entrepreneur mom of 3 who lives her life coordinating chaos. As a copywriter...

Sometimes a refresh is just the thing! Marketing In The Margins was good to us but it's time for shift.  Welcome to "Ok, Here's The Thing"! A podcast for the Entrepreneur Mom where we talk all about marketing motherhood, and the mess in the middle of it all. I hope you'll stick around & be sure to follow for next week's episode - Keeping Community-Centric In The Age of Individualism with Amand...

Are you ready for a bit of a break from the social media marketing hamster wheel? Does the idea of a way to market your small business without a heavy social media focus sound so great to you? I'm so glad you're here! On the episode of Marketing In The Margins, I'm introducing The Low Social Marketing Method! Click here to get your free starter guide. __________________________________________ Men...

Imagine having actual plans, systems & a framework for some of the most important & precious pieces of your life. That's exactly what today's guest does! Michelle Martinez is a Life Systems Strategist and the CEO & Founder of MM Virtual Resources and she empowers busy moms and chronic illness girlies to successfully navigate life’s beautiful bitchiness with a focus on actionable, perso...

We are addicting to "doing". But what happens when the constant doing takes us out at the knees? In today's Quick & Dirty minisode, we're talking about one of my life & business non negotiables - Slug Days.  Is taking the breaks you body is asking for the key to your success? It just might be.    🔗 Connect with Katie: Threads - @katiekastnermarketing TikTok - @katiekastnermarketing Blog -...

What if we eased into the new year refreshed, focused & cared for instead of "hitting the ground running" January 1st? Because I don't know about you but just the idea of that is exhausting! In this episode of Marketing In The Margins, I'm breaking down the concept of 'Low and Slow January,' a mindful and restorative approach to starting the new year without the pressure of hustle culture. Lea...

Let's talk about our capacity during the holiday season in this inaugural 'Quick and Dirty' minisode of Marketing in the Margins! (Quick & Dirtys are going to be bite-sized chats focused on high value and quick inspo for Entrepreneur Moms) Knowing your personal capacity & bandwidth is so important for us business owning moms and during the chaos that is the holiday, it's downright crucial....

How many times have you wanted to do something, start something or try something but you're first response was, "but I don't have the time"? If you're like me & millions of other women, it's too may to count.  On today's episode we're talking with Audrey Rose, Women's Personal Development Coach & Community Builder, about all the ways women turn over their lives to the 'shoulds' and 'want t...

One thing we know as entrepreneurs, tech overwhelm is REAL.  Especially if you don't quite know where to start, what's right for you or what to let go of.  On today's episode, we talk about ALL of that with Systems & Operations Consultant, Lauren Glynn of Lauren Glynn Consulting!  Ready for some honest & truly helpful tech advice? We've got it right here! Meet Our Guest: Through her consul...

Is imposter syndrome - and everything that comes with it - holding your back on your journey of entrepreneurship? On today's episode we talk with Leadership & Mindset coach Josi Dumont. We dive into Josi's inspiring journey from corporate finance to coaching, and uncover practical tips on building self-trust and making confident decisions. This episode offers valuable insights into navigating...