The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs

If you're a business owner seeking additional help or are considering transitioning from a VA to an OBM, this episode is for you. We'll start with the basics about what differentiates a Virtual Assistant from an Online Business Manager. A VA assists with specific tasks in your business. They're great for repeatable tasks and processes that you don't have time for anymore as you gro...

In this episode of the Crush Your Goals with Christi Podcast, we dive into the world of online business managers and how they can help you achieve your goals and grow your business. If you're not familiar with an online business manager, get ready to discover a valuable member of your team who can streamline your systems and processes, manage day-to-day operations, and even take care of some t...

If you want to give your clients a white glove experience, it means you're going above and beyond to meet their needs and take care of them. By offering this kind of service, you can charge a higher price for your services. But how do you actuallly accomplish that? Today's episode talks about all of it! Not sure what a White Glove experience is? HubSpot has a great definition for this: &qu...

Hi friends! Today's episode is all about one of the most powerful tools I use as a business owner. Canva! Seriously, I'm in Canva constantly. From creating douments, to pesentations, to visuals for my business, it's really a one stop shop for visuals for your business. Today I'm sharing 5 ways you can use Canva in your business plus how you can use Canva in tandem with a graphic de...

Did you know that you have less than 10 seconds to capture someone's attention on your website before they will decide to click off or keep reading? That's why having a clear customer journey for your website should be a TOP priority. People could be clicking off of your website simply because it's too confusing. Every person who visits your website should be able to answer these 3 questions withi...

If you're only using your CRM (HoneyBook, Dubsado, 17Hats, etc) to send invoices, you're doing it wrong. That's right, I'm calling you out! But I'm doing it with empathy, because you're not alone! And I want to help you get the most out of your CRM. Today's episode is all about the best workflows and automations you can set up to streamline things. We're talking about the top CRMs, how to know whi...

Today's episode is all about understanding your client's needs! Have you ever gotten to a sales page and wondered how they were reading your mind? It's because they did their market research! I'm sharing with you why getting to know their deep pain points is important and how you can do that easily. We'll talk about how to poll your past clients and how to chat with your ideal client. Plus, we'll...

Looking to take your client experience to the next level? Join me, Christi Johnson, on the latest episode of Crush Your Goals with Christi Podcast! As a business strategist, online business manager, and wedding photographer, I've learned a thing or two about client communication. In this episode, we'll dive into the essential touchpoints every service-based business owner should focus on to ensure...

You have the power to create an unforgettable experience for your clients that they will rave about to their friends and family. But where do you start? Look no further than the client onboarding process. This is the first impression your clients have of your business, and it can determine whether or not they stick around for the long haul. In this episode, we'll cover why the client onboarding pr...

Coffee chats are a great way to connect with other business owners, learn from their experience, and build meaningful relationships. But it can be intimidating and controversial. On the Crush Your Goals with Christi podcast, we're demystifying coffee chats and giving you the confidence to connect with other entrepreneurs.   We start by discussing why it's important to understand that not ever...

This week, I’m talking about one of the most important things you need to know as an entrepreneur: sales funnels. Sales funnels are essential for creative entrepreneurs, and I’m breaking down everything you need to know about them. In this episode, I’ll be discussing what a sales funnel is, how to build one, and some strategies to make sure it’s effective. I’ll be walking you through each step of...

Hey friend! Are you a creative entrepreneur who wants to make more money from their business? If so, have I got a podcast episode for you! On this episode of Crush Your Goals with Christi, we're talking about why email marketing is an essential tool for creative entrepreneurs and how to get started - step by step! Plus, I'll show you how to start making money from your email list right away. So, i...

Do you struggle to delegate tasks in your business? Does outsourcing seem complicated? Or do you just not want to give up control over things in your business? Or maybe you're drowning in work you know you need to give to someone else but you just aren't sure where to start! This episode is for you! I'm busting the most common delegation myths and telling you how to make delegating SUPER easy. Lis...

In today's episode, I'm walking through my entire yearly goal setting process. We'll talk through how to celebrate your wins from last year, letting go of what's not serving you, brainstorming for the new year, and how to map things out in a way that is attianable. It's all in today's episode! Take the 5 Day Goal Setting Challenge Join the Monday Mindset Calls Join Biz Besties

Hi First name / friend! Have you ever put a ton of effort into launching a product or service only to have it fall flat? You put it out there ready for the world to see and then… crickets. It's discouraging!! As business owners, we face failure a lot. We have to pivot quickly & see the failure as a part of the process of learning rather than a setback. So how do you make sure a product or a se...

If you are confused by all the steps to register your business, register an LLC, and get your business started this episode is for you! I was overwhelmed by all of these steps when I first started my business, but once I finally did them I realized how easy it was. It doesn't have to be complicated! Listen in for some tips to make this process easy for you too.  Check out the Snow Notes for t...

Have you ever wondered if you're doing exactly what you're supposed to be doing?  Do you second guess yourself a lot? You're not alone. Get help casting a vision at christijohnsoncreative.com/challenge To help me refresh my goals and understand what I want to focus on, I periodically cast a vision for my business.  Casting a vision will help you make sure your business is aligned with th...

Have you ever gotten an incredible idea for your business, but a bunch of time and energy into creating something, put it out into the world, and then no one bought it? It's super disappointing, right? Chances are, you may have forgotten one key step: Market Research. Market research sounds boring, but it's an important step for anyone selling absolutely anything. Whether you're selling products o...

Have you ever felt like you want to quit? Like nothing is working and this whole business thing is not worth it and you just want to throw in the towel? Friend, I've been there. In fact I was just there last week (: You are not alone! As business owners, it's really easy to get in our heads and believe that what we're building won't work. That it will just come tumbling to the ground. But if you h...

You know the feeling when you get a new inquiry in your inbox? It’s exciting, right?! Landing a new inquiry means your marketing efforts are working! Woohoo! But getting a new inquiry is also a little bit stressful. Now you have to close the sale! I used to drop everything when I got a new inquiry and take time to respond to it right away. Even if it was 11pm or I was on vacation, responding quick...

Sometimes I look at my schedule and I freak out in panic at the sheer amount of things on there. And sometimes the tasks that I have to do seem insurmountable. Like there's no way it's all going to fit. When that happens, I have a choice. I can either continue to cram things into the schedule, or I can make a pivot. Our culture tells us we need to have packed schedules. They tell us we need to tak...

I know I've talked about busy season a lot these last few weeks. Maybe you're tired of hearing about it. But if you're anything like me, fighting overwhelm is a daily battle. In fact, sometimes it's an hourly battle. We have to give ourselves more reminders, more compassion, more grace to match the busyness of the season. Here's a comment I saw online recently: "I feel like my mental cup is overfl...

A couple weeks ago I had a launch planned for my membership program. I created a masterclass to promote it and was off to the races. Well, it sort of flopped! (put in a gif that's kind of like oh no or meh or disappointment or something funny) And today I'm pulling back the curtain on my launch plan and why I think it went the way it did and what I can do to have a more successful launch next time...

Busy season is here whether we like it or not! I don't know about you, but I am BUSY. In fact, busy season came EARLY for me this year. I wasn't fully prepared for it. I told my husband the other day I feel a low grade sense of anxiety like... all the time. Can you relate?! I think it's especially important to guard ourselves against burnout in this season. Every year I tell myself I'm going to pu...

Does marketing your business make you stressed and overwhelmed? Do you log onto social media and compare yourself to everyone else? You are not alone! But what if I told you there's a better way? We believe the lie that we have to be the best at everything. But what if you only had to be the best at being yourself? The reasons you're overwhelmed & stressed about marketing your business are sim...