Joe Rando, Carly Ries

The Life-First Solopreneur (formerly The Aspiring Solopreneur)

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You didn't become a solopreneur to build a business that runs your life. You did it so your business could serve it. The Life-First Solopreneur is the twice-weekly podcast at the heart of the Life-First Movement. It's for solopreneurs who believe the business should be designed around life, not the other way around. Hosts Joe Rando and Carly Ries, co-authors of Solopreneur Business for Dummies, sit down each week with solopreneurs who are building Life-First Businesses and experts who are helping others do the same. Every episode explores what it really takes to design, run, and evolve a one-p...

Author

Joe Rando, Carly Ries

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.lifestarr.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

38. Refining Your Business - Here's How to Adjust Based On Your Results 31.03.2022

Results on your initial efforts are starting to come in, so now it's time to analyze, refine, and reimagine your business moving forward. Here's what to think about.

37. A Deep Dive Into Content Marketing for Solopreneurs With J.P. Medved 28.03.2022

Many people think you need a large team to implement content marketing efficiently and effectively, but this isn't true. In this episode, we discuss how solopreneurs can take these endeavors and use them to grow their businesses.

36. Plans Are In Place - Here's How to Execute Your One-Person Business 24.03.2022

While there are a lot of things that are specific to your business during the execution phase, there are also a lot of things that businesses of all types share. Joe and Carly cover those in this episode, the 6th in the Solopreneur Success Cycle series.

35. One Woman's Empowering Journey From Wall Street to Solopreneurship With Charlotte Keesler 21.03.2022

From investment banking and VC firms to a startup focused on reimagining the experience for next-generation women in the workforce, Charlotte Keesler has seen a lot. She shares her journey as a solopreneur in this episode.

34. The Ins and Outs of Actually Setting Up Your One-Person Business 17.03.2022

From incorporating your business, to messaging, to marketing and managing fulfillment, we give an overview of the key things to consider when setting up your one-person business.

33. How to Successfully Become a Location-Independent Solopreneur With Debbie Arcangeles 14.03.2022

One of the perks of being a solopreneur is that you can set your business up so that you can work from anywhere, but what do you need to think about in order to do that? Debbie Arcangeles breaks it down.

32. What To Think About When Planning Your One-Person Business 10.03.2022

What goes into actually defining your business? That’s a loaded question! In this episode we give an overview of what you should begin thinking about when you start planning your one-person show. Take notes!

31. Expert Advice for Working Smarter, Not Harder, As A Solopreneur With Nia Lewis 07.03.2022

There’s no doubt solopreneurs have a lot on their plates, but that doesn’t mean you have to subscribe to a daily hustle. Nia Lewis discusses how to streamline your efforts to create a thriving business without the burnout.

30. A Helpful Exercise to Help You Envision Your One-Person Business 03.03.2022

Want to be a solopreneur but not exactly sure what you want to do? Already a solopreneur but stuck in a rut? Listen to this short brainstorming exercise that can help get your wheels turning.

29. How to Stand Out in the Crowded World of eCommerce With Chloe Thomas 28.02.2022

There’s a lot of competition in the eCommerce world, so how you do break through the noise? Chloe Thomas dives into this and so much more in this episode. Be sure to tune in!

28. Get Started As a Solopreneur By Defining Your Goals 24.02.2022

In this episode, we talk about defining your reason for going solo in business and then help you to define your goals. Going solo is fantastic - for some people. But it's not for everyone and if you aren't doing it for the right reasons, it can be painful.

27. Expert Advice For Holding Yourself Accountable On Your Solo Journey With Anne Bachrach 21.02.2022

Personal accountability is the most powerful tool to help professionals improve their businesses and quality of life. Here's how to get better at it.

26. The Best Framework to Intelligently Design and Grow Your Business 17.02.2022

The Solopreneur Success Cycle is a proven method to help solopreneurs start, run, and grow a business that allows them to be successful and achieve their own goals. Find out more about it in this episode.

25. Transforming Your Life Through Self-Employment With Steve Coombes 14.02.2022

It’s one thing to learn from a solopreneur, it’s another to learn from a solopreneur who coaches other solopreneurs. This guy, Steve Coombes, knows what he’s talking about. Be sure to tune in.

24. Solopreneur Tips For Working Less And Making More 10.02.2022

Amy Triandiflou took the leap into solopreneurship years ago and figured out how to make a living without sacrificing time with her family. She shares tips on how she approached it in this episode.

23. How to Get Your Invention From Idea To A Successful Reality With Alan Beckley 07.02.2022

Coming up with an invention is one thing, but knowing next steps and how to bring it to life for your audience to enjoy is a whole other. In this episode, Alan Beckley shares his tips on finding success as an inventor.

22. Finding Success As A Solo Digital Nomad With Brooke Tomasetti 03.02.2022

Many people talk about traveling full-time while working, but not everybody pulls it off like Brooke Tomasetti. Tune in as she gives her tips on finding a full and balanced life.

21. The Key Area of Focus To Make Your Marketing Efforts A Success 31.01.2022

This is a must-listen for solopreneurs who want to understand the key to making marketing efforts successful. It may not be what you think.

20. Turning Your App Idea Into A Reality With Josh Jordan 27.01.2022

Have an idea for an app but don’t have a clue how to turn it into a reality using software? Josh Jordan discusses the strategy for navigating the start-up process and a way to bring your idea to life.

19. Is Starting A One-Person Business Really The Right Move For You? 24.01.2022

Just because you want to start a one-person business doesn’t mean you should. Are you up for the task? These questions can help you decide.

18. You Can Get All Your Business From Referrals? It's Possible With Sarah Montani 20.01.2022

Imagine getting to a place where you no longer have to pay for marketing and instead just get business from constant referrals. Sarah Montani discusses the ups and downs that got her there.

17. How Virtual Assistants Can Help Take Your Business to New Heights With Jess Ostroff 17.01.2022

If you’re a solopreneur struggling to get everything on your to-do list done, working with a virtual assistant may be your solution.

16. Taking A Side-Hustle From Zero To Multi-Millions As A Solopreneur With Kevin Fremon 13.01.2022

From discussing how to position yourself in the market, to building trust, to tips for staying focused, and even sharing past mistakes, Kevin Fremon covers the ups and downs on his path to success as a solopreneur.

15. What Solopreneurs Need to Know About Intellectual Property With Dr. Keegan Caldwell 10.01.2022

The legal side of one-person businesses can be confusing, especially as it relates to intellectual property, but it doesn’t have to be. Dr. Keegan Caldwell breaks it down for us.

14. Financial Planning Dos and Don'ts for Solopreneurs With Hunter Boyd 06.01.2022

Financial planning for one-person businesses can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be if you put a plan in place and work with the right professional. Hunter Boyd explains more in this episode.

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