Starting a Business Simplified: Building a Cash-Based Wellness Practice

In this episode, we will discuss the importance of organizing your ideas on paper into a clear, concise plan. Having a well-structured plan can help you communicate your vision to others, gain clarity, and ensure that you stay on track to achieve your goals. We will focus on using the following categories: business concept, marketing, operations, management team, and finance. Business Concept Idea...

In this episode I'm chatting with Olivia Clare founder of The Integrator Agency and host of The Crystal Vision Podcast. We are discussing creating a business vision. She shares her three step process to creating a business vision.  Creating a business vision can be a daunting task for those just starting out. To help make the process easier, here is a three-step approach: Create, Cultivate and Inc...

In this episode I have a conversation with Jessie Lockhart, Holistic Fitness Coach + Personal Trainer. She shares her story of taking care of herself while running a high demand real estate business.  The Importance of Taking Care of Yourself as a Foundation for Your Business The Concept of "How You Do One Thing is How You Do Everything" Understanding Your Body and Its Communication through Sympto...

In this episode, I will be discussing what is needed to launch a business and the importance of following a plan to ensure success. I share my story of how I tried to start a business but it didn't take off due to not having a plan for all the necessary parts for a successful business. Launching a business requires careful planning and attention to all the essential parts. By following a plan and...

Welcome to today's episode of Starting a Business Simplified. I'm thrilled to have Jana Niksa, a coach who teaches coaches how to have authentic and impactful sales conversations on discovery calls without any sleaze. Today, Jana and I are going to be talking about lighting the sales rules on fire and doing it differently. Jana's approach to sales is all about taking only the approaches that feel...

In this episode, we have with us Jasmine Partida, a social media strategist who has been in the industry navigating the changes always happening on social media. Jasmine has worked with a range of clients, from small businesses to large corporations, helping them navigate the ever-changing world of social media. In this conversation, Jasmine shares her insights on how to be authentic on social med...

Welcome to "Navigating the Shift: A Conversation with Amy Traugh on Transitioning from Medicine to Entrepreneurship." In this episode, we speak with Amy Traugh, a former medical professional who made the leap into starting her own business. We delve into the unique challenges and rewards of transitioning from a steady career in medicine to the exciting, but sometimes uncertain, world of entreprene...

Get ready to be inspired by the incredible journey of Suzy Wraines! In a captivating conversation with Suzanne Culberg, Suzy shares how she went from being a medic in the army to pursuing a career in veterinary medicine, and ultimately becoming a successful entrepreneur.  But that's not all - Suzy's story takes a unique turn as she reveals how she created a thriving business centered around writin...

On this episode I am joined by Anza Goodbar of Bankable Events. We talk about you can get started as a new business owner using live events.  Live events have become a powerful tool for businesses to connect with their target audience and boost their bottom line. Anza Goodbar, a seasoned event planner and marketing expert, has helped numerous clients drive sales through events and has seen the pow...

Welcome to this episode of Starting a Business Simplified, Navigating the Shift! In this episode I will be covering the following: Discuss the importance of client experience  Emphasize the strength of medical professionals in customer service and caregiving Customer Service in the Medical Field Discuss the unique skills and qualities that medical professionals bring to customer service Explain ho...

Welcome to the Instagram Insights with Britt Pergl, where we demystify the platform and empower you to create. In this episode, we're diving into one of the most interesting aspects of Instagram - its algorithm. Our guest, Britt Pergl, is a social media expert and Instagram consultant who will be sharing her insights on how to make the most of the algorithm and use it to your advantage. One of the...

In this episode, we welcome Jessica Urquhart, a decision and empowerment coach, who shares her expertise on the difference between certainty, clarity, and the whole human approach when it comes to decision making. Jessica explains how these three concepts are interconnected and provides practical tips for using these techniques to make better decisions. Some of the topics we discuss: What is the d...

In this episode of "Starting a Business Simplified," host Suzy Wraines talks about the importance of identifying the services you want to provide in your business. Suzy emphasizes the importance of identifying your passion and finding a service that you will enjoy providing 90% of the time. She suggests an exercise for listeners to identify their top three service ideas and then visualize themselv...

Welcome to this episode of starting a business simplified. Navigating the shift. As you've noticed, there may be a few changes that you're seeing in the podcast, or you're hearing coming up in the future. When you start a business, you have a business idea and you get excited about it and you start working on things.  And the one thing that's always consistent in having your own business. Is chang...

Welcome to "Starting a Business Simplified," a podcast dedicated to helping entrepreneurs simplify starting a business. In this episode, I'm excited to be talking with Shaun Sutherland, also known as "The Brand Healer." Shaun is a branding expert and coach who helps individuals and businesses clarify their brand message and align it with their goals. In our conversation, Shaun shares with me the i...

In this episode of our podcast, we're excited to welcome Andrea Pass, a seasoned public relations expert, to discuss the importance of PR when starting a business. Andrea starts off by emphasizing that PR is not just about getting media coverage, but rather building relationships with key stakeholders such as customers, investors, and the community. She notes that in the early stages of a business...

Starting a business can be a daunting task, especially when you're on a tight budget. But it doesn't have to be impossible. In this episode of "Money Matters: A Financial Education with Sheri Michele", we discuss tips and strategies for starting a business on a budget. First and foremost, it's important to get a mentor. Having someone who has been through the process of starting a business and can...

In this episode, we explore the topic of discovering your "why" when it comes to starting a business. We discuss the importance of having a clear purpose and understanding the motivations behind why you want to start a business. One of the first things to consider when starting a business is your reason for doing so. What is it that drives you to want to start a business? Is it the potential for f...

Welcome to "Starting a Business Simplified!" In today's episode, we have a special guest, Lex Roman, who is a marketing expert will be sharing where to start when it comes to marketing.  During the conversation, Lex will be sharing tips and strategies on how to effectively market your small business by knowing your target audience and being intentional with networking. First, Lex stresses the impo...

Welcome to the Entrepreneurial Rollercoaster, an episode dedicated to the ups and downs of business ownership. Starting a business can be an emotional journey, and it's important to know that you're not alone in your feelings. When I first began my own business, I experienced a wide range of emotions - fear, overwhelm, excitement, joy, and disappointment, just to name a few. Some days, I w...

In this episode I will be having a conversation with Kelly Harris, an entrepreneur who knows first hand what it's like to jump in and take action even when it isn't perfect.  Starting a business without perfection is an achievable goal for any aspiring entrepreneur. In the age of digital technology, it’s easier than ever to create a platform and get your product or service out into the world. Howe...

Download Spreadsheet Welcome to this episode on the basics of business budgeting. If you're a small business owner or entrepreneur, you know how important it is to manage your finances effectively. A budget is a crucial tool that can help you do just that, by providing a clear overview of your income, expenses, and profits. In this episode, I will walk you through the basics of business budgeting...

Routines are a powerful tool for achieving our goals and creating positive change in our lives. By establishing a routine and sticking to it, we can train ourselves to focus on the tasks that are important to us and make progress towards our objectives. This is especially true when it comes to starting a business, where the ability to stay organized and focused can make a significant difference in...

Download Workbook The new year is a great time to start fresh. If you are starting a new business or refreshing your current business it's vital you have a plan. In this episode I will share how you can answer key questions about starting a business. These questions are also important to ask when your business is new.  What is needed to launch a business? How to organize ideas on paper into a...

Welcome to the latest episode of Starting a Business Simplified! Today, we're discussing a topic that is all too familiar for many entrepreneurs: feeling overwhelmed when trying to juggle all the tasks and appointments that come with starting a business. One way to simplify this process is by setting up your calendar in a way that allows you to focus on the appointments and connections that are mo...