The Product Boss with Jacqueline Snyder

Pura Vida Bracelets. You've probably heard of them because they are HUGE. But, we all start at zero, right? Pura Vida went from zero stores to being in over 2000 stores worldwide. Jared Mehr takes us behind the wholesale side of Pura Vida, but also lets us in on their product development, branding, tradeshows, relationship building, social good and SO MUCH MORE. There are so many gems in this epis...

Happy Anniversary, Product Bosses! In this episode, we celebrate our one-year mark for The Product Boss podcast. We've come so far in just one amazing year. We also invited on three other product entrepreneurs who we've connected with along this amazing journey. Where were they then? And where are they now?  Links mentioned: Subscription Boss series PhotoWeights Leisure Lane instagram Leisure Lane...

New products. They are the siren call for many product entrepreneurs. But, do you know when you should develop your new products for your business? In this episode, Jacqueline and Minna help you break this yearly task to build your business product development calendar together.  Links mentioned: The Product Boss Instagram: @theproductboss  - Follow us! With Love Studio  Instagram Creating Carmich...

In this special episode, we are joined with Natalie Eckdahl. Natalie is our mentor, friend, encourager, leader - so many things. Natalie Eckdahl is a business strategist and high performance coach that helps women across the globe build, grow, and scale their businesses. She is also the mom of 3 kiddos. And she’s actually worked with both of us directly in each our businesses. She's the founder of...

How are you delivering your marketing for January content? Need some inspiration? In this episode, Jacqueline and Minna give you some ideas and themes to pull from to build relevant content and to make more sales. Links mentioned: Asha Blooms Ep. 64: What a Product-Based Mastermind is Like -- Follow us on Instagram: @theproductboss -- Join our  Mastermind  for support, shortcuts and real connectio...

Mike Michalowicz is the entrepreneur behind three multimillion dollar companies, is a key note speaker, and the author of what we call the entrepreneur's financial bible  Profit First, along with Surge, The Pumpkin Plan, The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur, and now his newest book Clockwork! Jacqueline and Minna chat with Mike about his new book Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself and the four...

In this special episode, Jacqueline and Minna show you what it's like to be in a product-based mastermind by coaching three hot seats, as they would in their  Mastermind . Jacqueline asked for volunteers on a FB Live and these three amazing ladies agreed to be in hot seats for their businesses; one in start-up, one in 5-figure, one in 6-figure. CardSnob Instagram CardSnob Website Deneen Warmington...

In this episode, Jacqueline and Minna teach you how to plan 2019 like a Product Boss by going over two of their favorite topics: the M's of a highly effective day and planning your revenue goals. Get the free download of these two worksheets here:  https://www.theproductboss.com/effectiveday Follow us on Instagram: @theproductboss -- This episode was brought to by our Mastermind . We have THREE gr...

We're back with more questions from our amazing listeners! In this Part 2 episode of "Ask Us Anything", Jacqueline and Minna answer questions about being a product business owner, private labeling, rebranding, sweet tooth cravings, profit margins, new product launches and premium brand positioning. Businesses mentioned: Christopher-Marie Hair Care Therapy Ice Cream and Coffee Bar Mother Snacker  C...

You (our amazing listeners) gave us such great questions! In this "Ask Us Anything" episodes, Jacqueline and Minna answer questions about and SEO strategy, first year of business, time management, multiple businesses, biz success (hard work, mindset, routines), side hustle to full-time and more. Also, join us for Part 2, which airs tomorrow (Friday) with more questions for Product Bosses.   Busine...

What characteristics do we see repeatedly in our most successful masterminders and clients? In this episode, Jacqueline and Minna talk about what traits these clients have that set them apart from the pack of entrepreneurs. -- This episode was brought to by our Mastermind . This mastermind was made for product business owners - with coaching from two experts (Jacqueline and Minna) who can help you...

Happy Thankgiving! We are so grateful for YOU! In this episode, Jacqueline and Minna chat about gratitude - how they practice it and things they are grateful for in 2018. Links mentioned: BixChix Podcast Stacking Your Team Podcast The Five Minute Journal The Knotted Wood Follow us on Instagram:  @theproductboss -- This episode was brought to by our Mastermind . This mastermind was made for product...

After episode 56 with Instagram expert Tyler J. McCall , Jacqueline and Minna were inspired to dig even deeper to help product business owners make the most out of their time spent on Instagram with these seven tips you can put into action immediately. Links mentioned: Asha Blooms MilkBliss With Love Studios Shop Compliment Follow us on Instagram:  @theproductboss -- This episode was brought to by...

Our 2019 Mastermind is now OPEN at www.theproductboss.com/mastermind . Spots are limited! Hold your spot with a deposit. 

Tyler J. McCall is one of our favorite people to watch on Instagram. He's authentic, engaging, fun - and an Instagram expert and strategist for entrepreneurs. Tyler digs into Instagram for product businesses and how to pull people into your brand - he makes it easy and honest. You don't want to miss this interview. Connect with Tyler: Tyler J. McCall Instagram Tyler J. McCall website Follow us on...

What are the 5 most common mistakes we see from product-based business owners we work with? In this episodes, Jacqueline and Minna go over these 5 main struggles they see over and over again and how you can avoid being stuck there. Links mentioned: Crooked Cactus CBD Shop Compliment Follow us on Instagram:  @theproductboss YouTube video of this episode:  https://youtu.be/Hq5yhQbRRMM -- This episod...

Selling is hard for lots of product bosses. In this episode, Jacqueline and Minna talk about 3 tips to help you ask for the sale - in making sales cold calls and product biz life. Links mentioned: Nikki Rausch, Your Sales Maven Follow us on Instagram:  @theproductboss -- This episode was brought to by our Strategy Sessions . Want to work directly with Jacqueline and Minna on your business? Get mor...

In this episode, Minna is joined with Kathleen Kobel of  Kobel Consulting . These two Amazon experts chat it out and demystify Amazon for the product bosses who find it a huge mystery to sell on Amazon.  Here's where sign up for an Amazon seller account . You can do it! Connect with Kathleen: Kobel Consulting Masters of Marketplace -- This episode was brought to by our Strategy Sessions . Want to...

The holidays are approaching fast ! In this episode, Jacqueline and Minna give you some great tips for increasing your visibility and, ultimately, your sales, for this very important Q4 for product-based business owners. **Correction: If Alexa is having a hard time playing our podcast, try "Alexa, play podcast: The Product Boss Podcast" and she's less confused. Links mentioned: Navy Jane Plus Size...

We, at The Product Boss, have officially dubbed Jawn McQuade the most interesting millennial alive. We knew immediately when we met him at the Sourcing at Magic tradeshow, we wanted Jawn on the podcast. Not kidding, he is not only hilarious, but his story is unexpected - and full of lessons. Jawn opens up about his entrepreneurial journey, including co-founding a hugely successful company, getting...

Need some help in your product biz? We are so lucky as entrepreneurs that we can build our teams with online experts and services that can help support and move our businesses forward in huge ways. In this episode, Jacqueline and Minna chat about who’ve they’ve hired and some tips for managing and structuring your hiring plan. Links mentioned: GenM Hiring Millennials ( Amazon Kindle) Books Mention...

They're simple. They're cheap. They're easy. Jacqueline and Minna are chatting about package inserts and the creative ways you can use them to build brand loyalty and customer experience. Links mentioned: MilkBliss MotherSnacker With Love Studio Skylar Yoo Overnight Prints -- This episode was brought to by our Strategy Sessions. Want to work directly with Jacqueline and Minna to push your business...

[success story] In this episode, Jacqueline and Minna interview Ashley Jennett of The Bee & The Fox about her very successful, unique brand and her journey as an entrepreneur. About the company: The Bee & the Fox has carved out its own unique corner in the crowded world of t-shirts. Our shirts aren't just about fit and feel and fashion; they're about reconnecting to a simpler time, a time before c...

Join us for the Profitable Processes Virtual Summit , all about the Operations side of business – what are the pieces on the “back-end” that businesses often miss or learn the hard way? What are the processes you should develop in your business to increase profitability? Most importantly: how should you approach this? Is this something you should hire out? To answer this questions, Jacqueline and...

Here's the thing: mistakes can sting and hurt - financially and emotionally. In this episode, Jacqueline and Minna chat about their mistakes and how looking at mistakes as "data" can help you push past them and into progress for your business. Links mentioned: Production Inspection Checklist Example -- This episode was brought to by our Strategy Sessions. Want to work directly with Jacqueline and...