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Confidence in Business

37 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago -

The Host, Chelsea Bench, has always been interested in business, but felt a lack in the market for tangible, actionable knowledge for newbie business owners. Confidence in Business is a podcast helping women and small business owners gain confidence in themselves and learn about tools and resources they may want to use in starting or continuing on their business journey!

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Ep.23 Brand Identity to Surface Design Pro - Rachel Jaggers

April 26, 2020 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

I loved talking to my friend Rachel who is doing amazing things!  She is a graphic designer and a surface designer and the talent behind her brand Actually Charming. Rachel has overcome obstacles and still has a bright positive outlook on finding ways to create beauty.  We talk about her journey, drop shipping, contracts, payment method, Facebook Groups and community, and more!   Some resources to look into Redbubble Threadless Printful Paypal Venmo Find Rachel  Instagram @actuallycharming...

Ep.22 #momboss Alex Kleinman with @alexnaildesign_

April 17, 2020 06:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

Alex Kleinman is a total #momboss who is crushing it with her nail business!  Listen to hear how she overcame uncertainty and gained confidence to go after her dream and start a business.  She is a true inspiration with valuable, usable tips! Contact her @alexaildesign_ Instagram @confidenceinbusiness or personal page @itsme.chelseab Facebook Group - Confidence in Business Disclaimer Chelsea Bench is not a licensed therapist, and doesn’t claim to be.  She is just sharing her experiences...

Ep.21 April Book of the Month - "The Leader Who Had No Title" by Robin Sharma

April 13, 2020 06:00 - 5 minutes - 3.91 MB

"The Leader Who Had No Title" by Robin Sharma is the book of the month for April!  It is a quick and easy read with a lot of great inspiration.  I just love how we really don't need to wait for a title to be a leader.  We can build ourselves, and relationships, and serve those around us at whatever stage of life/career we are in! Instagram @confidenceinbusiness or personal page @itsme.chelseab Facebook Group - Confidence in Business Disclaimer Chelsea Bench is not a licensed therapist, a...

Ep.20 Married Couple Business Owners - Chelsea and Anthony White

April 08, 2020 15:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

Check out this powerhouse couple!  Chelsea and Anthony White have been married for over a decade, have 5 kids, and run a successful Veterinary Clinic with TWO locations!  Listen for their inside scoop of how they got started, *HINT - No business loan, say what?!* how to work with family, what they learned along the way, and much more! Contact Chelsea and Anthony at Parkside Animal Hospital - Centerville, Iowa Website https://parksideanimalhosp.wixsite.com/website Facebook @parksideanimalhos...

Ep.19 Be a Victor, Not a Victim

March 27, 2020 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.64 MB

We all have challenging experiences in our lives.  I believe they come to us to make us into the person we are meant to be for ourselves and for the world.  Sometimes in those experiences we become the victim, the thing is, is we don't have to stay the victim forever.  We have the power to change our lives and move forward with the new found knowledge to better the world. Instagram @confidenceinbusiness or personal page @itsme.chelseab Facebook Group - Confidence in Business Disclaimer C...

Ep.19 Be a Victor not a Victim

March 27, 2020 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.64 MB

We all have challenging experiences in our lives.  I believe they come to us to make us into the person we are meant to be for ourselves and for the world.  Sometimes in those experiences we become the victim, the thing is, is we don't have to stay the victim forever.  We have the power to change our lives and move forward with the new found knowledge to better the world. Instagram @confidenceinbusiness or personal page @itsme.chelseab Facebook Group - Confidence in Business Disclaimer C...

Ep.18 Allie Barnes - Business Outreach Specialist

March 20, 2020 06:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB

Allie Barnes is a Business Outreach Specialist for Southern Utah University Business Resource Center, an MBA student and the host of the podcast, Looks Like Wondering!  She is my new friend and guest on this weeks episode of Confidence in Business!   We touch on becoming a yoga teacher and things to think about if you want to go that direction, along with podcasting equipment and software, and the tools we both use.   If wanting to get into podcasting this episode is for you!  Feel free to...

Ep.18 Allie Barnes - Business Outreach Specialist

March 20, 2020 06:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB

Allie Barnes is a Business Outreach Specialist for Southern Utah University Business Resource Center, an MBA student and the host of the podcast, Looks Like Wondering!  She is my new friend and guest on this weeks episode of Confidence in Business!   We touch on becoming a yoga teacher and things to think about if you want to go that direction, along with podcasting equipment and software, and the tools we both use.   If wanting to get into podcasting this episode is for you!  Feel free to...

Ep.17 Jealousy - Actually a Good Thing?

March 13, 2020 19:00 - 5 minutes - 3.6 MB

Hello there!  Have you ever felt jealous toward someone or a situation?  I have many times.  Instead of letting that negative feeling put me in a bad mood or let that fester up more frustration I sat with it, and analyzed why I was having those feelings.  Sometimes it was just pure envy, and I needed to remove myself from that, but more often than not, I was feeling jealous because my heart was telling me I needed to pursue something that I wasn't.  Once I start taking consistent action towa...

Ep.16 Brandie Brown - Fitness and Yoga Instructor

March 07, 2020 00:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MB

Brandie Brown has been teaching Zumba and Yoga for years!  This is her journey and tips and advice on going for your dreams, working through your fears and just going for it!  Chelsea met Brandie when she lived in Centerville, Iowa when shestarted going to her classes!  This interview is very special to her because Brandie is the FIRST interview she ever recorded for Confidence in Business.  Brandie is such a sweet, kind, genuine person and is such an inspiration and a role model.  She is ...

Ep.15 March Book of the Month "The Gifts of Imperfection"

March 02, 2020 06:00 - 7 minutes - 4.85 MB

This episode is the most raw one to date!  I had a baby 3 weeks ago, and recorded this late and night with babies sleeping, but I'm okay with it!  This book talks about how it is okay to be vulnerable, how to work towards authenticity, and creating a wholehearted life.  I would love to know how you are being brave with your life and how are choosing to be authentic. Instagram @itsme.chelseab    @confidenceinbusiness Facebook Confidence in Business Disclaimer Chelsea Bench is not a li...

Ep.14 Done is Better Than Perfect

February 28, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 2.94 MB

Have you found yourself not accomplishing anything or pursuing something because you feel it never will be perfect?  I'm here to tell you to do your best, but DONE is always better than perfect.  You have an important work to give the world, and it's okay that it is not perfect.  We need what you have to offer no matter whether it is perfect or not (which perfect doesn't exist, so do your best and move on). Instagram @confidenceinbusiness or personal page @itsme.chelseab Facebook Group - C...

Ep.13 Baby's Breath Vintage with Janine Bench

February 21, 2020 07:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB

This episode we are talking with Janine Bench, owner of Baby's Breath Vintage on Etsy!  She tells us about her journey, how she decided to start a store, and what she has learned along the way to get this shop going! Follow her on instagram @babysbreath.vintage Etsy Babysbreathvintage https://www.etsy.com/shop/Babysbreathvintage?ref=search_shop_redirect Disclaimer  Chelsea Bench is not a licensed therapist, and doesn’t claim to be.  She is just sharing her experiences and advice from what...

You are Worthy and Worth it

February 14, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 2.95 MB

I wanted to leave you with a gentle reminder today that you are WORTH YOUR DREAMS AND YOU ARE WORTHY TO PURSUE THEM.  Don't let negative talk, or doubts, from your thoughts or people around you stop you from pursing what is burning inside your soul.  If it is good for the world, we need it!  It doesn't matter how many others are doing what you are doing, YOU have a unique perspective to bring to it.  Let us have it Instagram @confidenceinbusiness or personal page @itsme.chelseab Facebook G...

Ep.12 You are Worthy and Worth it

February 14, 2020 07:00 - 4 minutes - 2.95 MB

I wanted to leave you with a gentle reminder today that you are WORTH YOUR DREAMS AND YOU ARE WORTHY TO PURSUE THEM.  Don't let negative talk, or doubts, from your thoughts or people around you stop you from pursing what is burning inside your soul.  If it is good for the world, we need it!  It doesn't matter how many others are doing what you are doing, YOU have a unique perspective to bring to it.  Let us have it Instagram @confidenceinbusiness or personal page @itsme.chelseab Facebook G...

Ep.11 Nicole Hunt - Here and Now Motherhood Nonprofit

February 07, 2020 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

    Nicole Hunt started her nonprofit, Here and Now Motherhood, the end of 2018.  It is a community for moms to feel connected through in person mom centered yoga, with free childcare! She talks to us about her journey as well as all the back end of things of starting a nonprofit, getting interns who can earn college credit, what she uses for her podcast, how she set up her website, who she uses for background checks. She even has a self published book on Amazon and we touch on how to go abo...

Nicole Hunt - Here and Now Motherhood Nonprofit

February 07, 2020 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

    Nicole Hunt started her nonprofit, Here and Now Motherhood, the end of 2018.  It is a community for moms to feel connected through in person mom centered yoga, with free childcare! She talks to us about her journey as well as all the back end of things of starting a nonprofit, getting interns who can earn college credit, what she uses for her podcast, how she set up her website, who she uses for background checks. She even has a self published book on Amazon and we touch on how to go abo...

The Compound Effect - February 2020 Book Review

February 02, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.79 MB

I am talking all about my takeaways from the book "The Compound Effect" in this episode!  This is the book of the month for February 2020.  It is a quick easy read, and I would love to hear your thoughts on in our Facebook group this month!   Some of my biggest takeaways... -Personal Responsibility - Our choices make our life whether for good or bad - No Excuses - If you want it, find a way to make it happen - Consistency - Key to success - Formula for "getting lucky"!! Be sure to check ou...

Ep.10 The Compound Effect - February 2020 Book Review

February 02, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.79 MB

I am talking all about my takeaways from the book "The Compound Effect" in this episode!  This is the book of the month for February 2020.  It is a quick easy read, and I would love to hear your thoughts on in our Facebook group this month!  Some of my biggest takeaways... -Personal Responsibility - Our choices make our life whether for good or bad - No Excuses - If you want it, find a way to make it happen - Consistency - Key to success - Formula for "getting lucky"!! Be sure to check ou...

Ep.9 Get Out of Your Own Head

January 31, 2020 07:00 - 5 minutes - 3.9 MB

This episode I tell a little story of how I needed to get out of my own head, and stop making things a bigger deal than they actually were.  I went around my little town to try to build contacts and relationships and luckily I got out of my own head, but I was convinced, with no evidence, that everyone I talked to was going to be so against me and hate me for even talking to them.  Can you relate?  Listen to the episode and let me know on Instagram or our Facebook group how you get out of yo...

Get Out of Your Own Head

January 31, 2020 07:00 - 5 minutes - 3.9 MB

This episode I tell a little story of how I needed to get out of my own head, and stop making things a bigger deal than they actually were.  I went around my little town to try to build contacts and relationships and luckily I got out of my own head, but I was convinced, with no evidence, that everyone I talked to was going to be so against me and hate me for even talking to them.  Can you relate?  Listen to the episode and let me know on Instagram or our Facebook group how you get out of yo...

Heather Charters with Heather's House of Hair

January 24, 2020 07:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MB

I am talking with my cousin Heather Charters about her journey to working for herself as a hair stylist! We also talk about other careers in the industry, business what business license you may need, what payment processing software she uses, among other things!  Heather Charter's Ph: 208-695-3709 Facebook - Heather's House of Hair Heather's House of Hair 1220 12th Ave Nampa, ID 83686 Confidence in Business Instagram - @confidenceinbusiness Facebook Group - Confidence in Business Disclai...

Ep.8 Heather Charters with Heather's House of Hair

January 24, 2020 07:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MB

I am talking with my cousin Heather Charters about her journey to working for herself as a hair stylist! We also talk about other careers in the industry, business what business license you may need, what payment processing software she uses, among other things!  Heather Charter's Ph: 208-695-3709 Facebook - Heather's House of Hair Heather's House of Hair 1220 12th Ave Nampa, ID 83686 Confidence in Business Instagram - @confidenceinbusiness Facebook Group - Confidence in Business Disclai...

Own It

January 17, 2020 07:00 - 5 minutes - 3.68 MB

Do you have a dream, goal, or project you want to work on, but are afraid to tell people what you are up to?  Are you getting stopped by fear, or the thoughts of what others might think of you if they found out what you were pursing? In this episode Chelsea talks about her experience of overcoming fear of what people MIGHT think, and owning her goals!   When we don't own our goals or dreams in spite of what others MIGHT say or think, we may start to lose confidence in ourselves, our worth, ...

Ep.7 Own It

January 17, 2020 07:00 - 5 minutes - 3.68 MB

Do you have a dream, goal, or project you want to work on, but are afraid to tell people what you are up to?  Are you getting stopped by fear, or the thoughts of what others might think of you if they found out what you were pursing? In this episode Chelsea talks about her experience of overcoming fear of what people MIGHT think, and owning her goals!  When we don't own our goals or dreams in spite of what others MIGHT say or think, we may start to lose confidence in ourselves, our worth, ...

Kimberlynne Romney with Cora Boo Clothing

January 10, 2020 07:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

I'm excited to introduce Kimberlynne Romney who is the creator and owner of Coraboo Clothing!  Coraboo Clothing is a store on Etsy that is a place for no scratch mittens for your little ones, or your adult friends or family.  Kim Romney is speaking with us today about her journey, her positive approach to negative feedback, and some tips she has learned and implemented to get seen on Etsy! The idea came up when her daughter needed to wear mittens to stop from scratching, but she hated the id...

Ep.6 Kimberlynne Romney with Cora Boo Clothing

January 10, 2020 07:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

I'm excited to introduce Kimberlynne Romney who is the creator and owner of Coraboo Clothing!  Coraboo Clothing is a store on Etsy that is a place for no scratch mittens for your little ones, or your adult friends or family.  Kim Romney is speaking with us today about her journey, her positive approach to negative feedback, and some tips she has learned and implemented to get seen on Etsy! The idea came up when her daughter needed to wear mittens to stop from scratching, but she hated the id...

Ep.5 Just Start

January 03, 2020 19:00 - 8 minutes - 5.69 MB

Just start, just do it, as Nike says.  I love that advice, because it eliminates any and all excuses.  If you want to change your life, stop overthinking, stop analyzing too much, just START!!  You will learn more and gain more clarity by starting and trying things.  Have confidence in yourself that you can figure things out.  If you're not sure of  yourself yet, that's why I started this podcast!  This podcast is to help you gain confidence and learn about resources that can help you on you...

Just Start

January 03, 2020 19:00 - 8 minutes - 5.69 MB

Just start, just do it, as Nike says.  I love that advice, because it eliminates any and all excuses.  If you want to change your life, stop overthinking, stop analyzing too much, just START!!  You will learn more and gain more clarity by starting and trying things.  Have confidence in yourself that you can figure things out.  If you're not sure of  yourself yet, that's why I started this podcast!  This podcast is to help you gain confidence and learn about resources that can help you on you...

Goals

January 02, 2020 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Setting goals are important steps to accomplishing your dreams!  I have researched a bit and talk different ways to approach and set goals your life! Become a member of our Facebook Group, Confidence in Business to connect with others who are aspiring for their dreams! Follow us on Instagram @confidenceinbusiness Disclaimer Chelsea Bench is not a licensed therapist, and doesn’t claim to be.  She is just sharing her experiences and advice from what she has learned from her life.  Any actio...

Ep.4 Goals

January 02, 2020 22:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Setting goals are important steps to accomplishing your dreams!  I have researched a bit and talk different ways to approach and set goals your life! Become a member of our Facebook Group, Confidence in Business to connect with others who are aspiring for their dreams! Follow us on Instagram @confidenceinbusiness Disclaimer Chelsea Bench is not a licensed therapist, and doesn’t claim to be.  She is just sharing her experiences and advice from what she has learned from her life.  Any actio...

Ep.2 Be Intentional

December 31, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 3.83 MB

I have found that one way to gain confidence is to be intentional.  Be intentional with your time, money, resources, free time, projects, the list goes on.  I'm not saying to have every second of your life planned, some spontaneity is fun in life, but if you have goals and make it a point to work towards them even with small steps, you may be able to see confidence building in yourself. Disclaimer Chelsea Bench is not a licensed therapist, nor does she claim to be.  All actions you take fro...

Be Intentional

December 31, 2019 06:00 - 5 minutes - 3.84 MB

I have found that one way to gain confidence is to be intentional.  Be intentional with your time, money, resources, free time, projects, the list goes on.  I'm not saying to have every second of your life planned, some spontaneity is fun in life, but if you have goals and make it a point to work towards them even with small steps, you may be able to see confidence building in yourself. Disclaimer Chelsea Bench is not a licensed therapist, nor does she claim to be.  All actions you take fro...

Ep.3 January 2020 Book Review

December 31, 2019 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.31 MB

January 2020 book review is here!  I talk about the great book "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg.  I felt this was a good book to start out the podcast with and the year with when we are setting goals and making plans for the future.  It dives into how habits work, and how we can "change" them, or rewire our brains to have different more dominant habits!  Take a listen, start reading the book and join our Facebook Group, Confidence in Business where we can talk about this all month long!

January 2020 Book Review

December 31, 2019 06:00 - 12 minutes - 8.32 MB

January 2020 book review is here!  I talk about the great book "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg.  I felt this was a good book to start out the podcast with and the year with when we are setting goals and making plans for the future.  It dives into how habits work, and how we can "change" them, or rewire our brains to have different more dominant habits!  Take a listen, start reading the book and join our Facebook Group, Confidence in Business where we can talk about this all month long!

Welcome to Confidence In Business

December 30, 2019 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.28 MB

Welcome to Confidence in Business!  I'm Chelsea Bench, and have always been interested in business, but always got stuck where to find credible resources to use to continue.  I wanted to hear from real small business owners and get their insight and journey to pass along to you, in hopes it would help you start or continue your business journey with confidence!  I also talk about my experiences with building confidence in myself to take action on my dreams, because sometimes, the lack of con...

Ep.1 Welcome to Confidence In Business

December 30, 2019 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.27 MB

Welcome to Confidence in Business!  I'm Chelsea Bench, and have always been interested in business, but always got stuck where to find credible resources to use to continue.  I wanted to hear from real small business owners and get their insight and journey to pass along to you, in hopes it would help you start or continue your business journey with confidence!  I also talk about my experiences with building confidence in myself to take action on my dreams, because sometimes, the lack of con...