Unbreakable Business

Did you know that 34% of independent business owners have zero retirement savings plan for themselves? It can be easy when you run a business to put things like saving for retirement on the back burner, because, frankly, you're busy. In this conversation, Ankur Nagpal and Jess Catorc, the cofounders of Ocho Wealth, join us to discuss why independents struggle with saving for retirement, share how...

The majority of independent business owners do not believe that the government is doing enough to support them or even understand their needs. In this conversation, we are chatting with America’s government teacher, Sharon McMahon to discuss the intricacies of the government and how independent business owners can approach business advocacy. Over the last few years, Sharon has used her platform to...

If you’re intrigued by data, today’s episode is for you. We’re discussing nine stats that every independent business owner needs to know based on the findings of the recent HoneyBook and Harris Poll survey on independent businesses . Akua Konadu joins us to discuss these important stats while also unpacking our own lived experiences regarding each. The Independent Business podcast is powered by Ho...

Can you really use your business to change the world? Danielle Coke has certainly done it with her brand, Oh Happy Dani , a lifestyle brand and educational platform that uses artwork and resources to encourage hope, inspire justice, and make complex ideas accessible. Driven by her desire to help everyday advocates do good daily in their spheres of influence, Danielle  shares how you can use y...

Is it a terrible time to start an independent business? Is there such a thing as a bad time to start a good business? As economic headwinds like inflation, rising supply costs, labor shortages, and so many other challenges that come with a recession impact our society, we’re all experiencing nerve-racking economic uncertainty. In this conversation, Donald Miller shares his own journey of growing f...

We know the importance of the know, like, and trust factors when it comes to marketing your business, but did you know that your clients are more likely to trust you if they have the ability to make eye contact with you? That’s where video marketing plays a major role. In this conversation, XayLi Barclay joins us to share how you can level up your video marketing game and strategy! The Independent...

What is it like to go from a cubicle to being the CEO of your own company? Five years ago, Ellen Yin quit her corporate marketing job without a backup plan. She then turned a single $300 freelance contract as a marketing consultant into a seven-figure business.  In this conversation, Ellen is sharing what that journey looked like for her, how some independent business owners go into entrepren...

There is a science to self-made success and we are on a mission to uncover it… together.  Welcome to the Independent Business Podcast, hosted by Natalie Franke, an author, community builder, multi-passionate entrepreneur, and the Chief Evangelist at HoneyBook . The things that are keeping you up at night? Let’s talk about it.  The challenges that feel overwhelming at times? Let’s tackle...