The Entrepreneur's Blueprint

In this episode of The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint , Courtney sits down with Amanda Barnhart, a creative director and graphic designer who left her dream job to build a business that gives her the freedom to own her time. Amanda shares how her entrepreneurial journey began with two clients, her advice for starting simple, and the challenges she’s overcome along the way. What You’ll Learn in This Epis...

In this episode of The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint , Courtney chats with Meredyth Fletcher, founder of Karpos Wellness, about her journey from personal healing to creating a business focused on whole-body wellness. With over a decade of experience in nutrition, mental health, and spiritual health, Meredyth shares how her faith and passion for holistic healing inspired her entrepreneurial journey. Wha...

In this special episode of The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint , I sit down with two of the most influential people in my life—my parents, Shad and Penny Sheldon. From small-town beginnings in Kansas to managing multiple businesses, my parents have always embodied resilience, hard work, and creativity in their entrepreneurial journey. 🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 1. How society and growing up in...

In this episode of The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint, Courtney sits down with Jacob and Christin Willis, the husband-and-wife team behind We Heart Nutrition, a mission-driven supplement company. Together, they share their journey from wedding photographers to founders of a thriving direct-to-consumer business that donates 10% of sales to pro-life pregnancy centers. 🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:...

In this special solo episode of The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint, host Courtney Cook shares her personal journey from corporate America to becoming the founder of Monarch COO. Courtney reflects on her experiences in eCommerce operations, the pivotal moments that shaped her path, and the mission that drives her work today. 🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How Courtney’s upbringing and career prepar...

In this episode of The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint, Courtney sits down with Mal Baska, also known as Money Talk Mal, a financial literacy coach and content creator. Mal shares her journey from corporate America to building her own financial literacy company, where she helps millennial women take control of their finances and make empowered financial decisions. 🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How...

How do you turn frustration with the status quo into a thriving business? In this episode, Courtney talks with David Quesenberry, founder of Bearing Ecommerce, about his journey from solo consultant to agency owner. David shares how he helps brands navigate partnerships and optimize their Amazon and Walmart strategies while balancing life as a husband and father. 🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episod...

What if every business problem boiled down to three key areas: people, process, and profitability? In this episode, Courtney sits down with Scott Woods, founder of Advocatus Consulting, to discuss how fractional leadership can transform businesses of all sizes. Scott shares his journey into entrepreneurship and how he helps businesses achieve sustainable growth. 🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode...

Are you ready to build a thriving business and uncover the strategies behind entrepreneurial success? In this introductory episode of The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint , host Courtney Cook, founder of Monarch COO , shares the inspiration behind the podcast and what you can expect in each episode. Whether you’re dreaming of starting your own business or already building one, this podcast is your guide t...