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The Unapologetic Entrepreneur

243 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago - ★★★★★ - 54 ratings

How would it feel to unapologetically chase YOUR definition of success? I’m on a mission to do this and I want you to come along with me in becoming an Unapologetic Entrepreneur. This is someone who has defined or is on the path to defining success on their terms and is committed to setting boundaries and making progress towards achieving that success…without any apologies. Pop in those earbuds so we can explore topics such as success, goals, mindset, marketing and money. You will walk away inspired through stories and ready to take action through clearly defined steps. Let’s dig in!

- Success
- Goals
- Mindset
- Marketing
- Finance

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Ep. 236 - [Charelle Griffith] Entrepreneurial Loneliness: Navigating & Strategies To Overcome This Challenge

April 01, 2024 09:00 - 45 minutes - 66.5 MB

Does entrepreneurship feel lonely to you? If so, you're not alone in this feeling and we're talking about it this week on the podcast. Charelle Griffith shares her journey into entrepreneurship and the challenges of loneliness in the business world. From hesitating to start her business all the way to being featured on BBC, Charelle shares the details about how she's navigated loneliness as well as visibility as an entrepreneur as well. We get into all the feelings and ups and downs along th...

Ep. 235 - [Ruthie Sterrett] Embracing Uncertainty & Navigating The Hard Realities of Entrepreneurship

March 25, 2024 09:00 - 55 minutes - 79.9 MB

Entrepreneurship is hard, yet rewarding but we need to talk about the hard stuff so you know you're not alone. In this conversation, Ruthie Sterrett and I talk about the hard things we've encountered that we didn't know was coming our way as an entrepreneur. From revenue changes to emotions, we share it all and we do it while we are both experiencing hard things. Instead of waiting until we were on the other side of it, we share while we're in the messy middle so you know you're not alone. I...

Ep. 234: [Josh Haynam] Beyond Quizzes: From 1 To 7,000 Clients - Nurturing Entrepreneurial Success

March 18, 2024 09:00 - 51 minutes - 74.7 MB

In this episode, Josh Haynam, co-founder of Interact, a quiz software company, shares openly about the rewards and challenges of entrepreneurship. Josh was on the podcast in 2020 and we talk about all that's changed at Interact including how they've built a team (with no investment), continued to focus on not just results for customers but also a culture of the team as it's grown and how "egolessness" was at the heart of it all. We talk about the iterative process of evolving a business, int...

Ep. 233 - Create A Free Quiz In Just 2 Minutes & Grow Your Email List

March 11, 2024 09:00 - 24 minutes - 37.2 MB

In this episode, I share how the use of quizzes can help you grow your email list and business. We talk about why quizzes are more interactive, how they help you learn more about your audience and how they can help you grow your business. I share the 3 types of quizzes and then share a step-by-step process of creating a quiz in just 2 minutes using InteractAI.  You can find all the details about this process and create your quiz in 2 minutes for free at amandamckinney.com/interact.  Take...

Ep. 232: [Matt Gerlach] Surrendering To Success: Trusting The Process & The Pivots of Entrepreneurship

March 04, 2024 10:00 - 42 minutes - 62 MB

In this episode, Matt Gerlach shares his journey of stumbling into entrepreneurship and working with entrepreneurs in the baby product industry. He discusses the challenges and lessons he learned along the way, including the importance of self-care and setting boundaries. Matt emphasizes the need to trust the process and surrender to the unknown. He also highlights the significance of focusing on results and prioritizing actions that lead to success. Matt encourages entrepreneurs to avoid th...

Ep. 231: [Book Review] Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us, by Daniel Pink

February 26, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 46.9 MB

In this episode, I share my overview of the book 'Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us' by Daniel Pink. The book is focused on motivation and especially highlights the importance of intrinsic motivation as it relates to following through and staying focused on a specific outcome. As an entrepreneur, this content will help you understand how to set meaningful goals and continue to stay motivated through tough times. I also emphasize the concept of mastery and how you can apply ...

Ep. 230: Erika Lucas (Part 2): When Is It Time To Close Your Business?

February 19, 2024 10:00 - 57 minutes - 82.9 MB

In this episode, Amanda McKinney and Erika Lucas discuss the topic of knowing when to shut down a business. They emphasize the importance of listening to customers and being receptive to their feedback and also checking in with yourself to ensure the business is still connected to your values. They also discuss failure, adaptability and getting support from other entrepreneurs. The combination of understanding data (revenue, product-market fit, etc.) as well as your capacity and willingness ...

Ep. 229 - Erika Lucas (Part 1): 5 Mistakes To Look Out For As A New Entrepreneur

February 12, 2024 10:00 - 55 minutes - 80.2 MB

In this episode, Erika Lucas shares her insights on the 5 mistakes that new entrepreneurs often make. As an investor who works with startups, growth phase and mature companies, she's seen it all and boils it down into 5 things to watch out for. All entrepreneurs fall into these traps but once you know what to look out for, you can prevent staying in them. Both Amanda and Erika share personal examples of each of the mistakes to ensure you don't feel like you're the only one navigating the tou...

Ep. 228 - 7 Questions To Ask When Nothing Seems To Be Working In Your Business

February 05, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutes - 50.7 MB

In this episode, I share what to do when it feels like nothing is working in your business because these times are tough when you're an entrepreneur and feel alone and like you're the only one dealing with the hard times. I share my approach that helps me and my clients navigate the tough times and come out stronger on the other side. I share my step-y-step process (which includes 7 questions to ask yourself) for assessing the stressful situation and creating a focused and intentional plan t...

Ep. 227 - Jess Gulley-Ward: Effective Outsourcing In Your Business (Tips from both sides)

January 29, 2024 10:00 - 43 minutes - 64 MB

Feeling the stress of doing it all in your business? It can be overwhelming and while it seems like doing it all yourself is the best option, it might be time to let go a little. In this episode, my right-hand-lady, Jess Gulley-Ward, and I talk about how we approached working together so I could successfully hand things off to her and gain some of my time back as the CEO of my business. This honest, casual conversation includes:  What led Amanda to (finally) outsource in my business  Find...

Ep. 226: 3 Lies You're Telling Yourself That Stop You From Achieving Your Goals

January 22, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes - 41.2 MB

In this episode, I discuss how to get what you want this year. After conducting research from my audience I realized there are 3 main things everyone seems to want: Clarity, Calm and Profit. After analyzing the data, I realized that you're closer to these things than you think but you have to do one thing first...stop lying to yourself. I've identified 3 lies we tend to tell ourselves as entrepreneurs in the thick of things but if we stop lying about these, we will have the Clarity, Calm and...

Ep. 225 - Holly Haynes: She Replaced Her Corporate Salary Working Only 8 Hours A Week

January 15, 2024 10:00 - 45 minutes - 66.4 MB

Want to ditch your corporate job and go all-in on entrepreneurship? It's a fantastic dream but it can be scary to take steps to make that dream become a reality. In this podcast interview, Holly Haynes shares how she navigated the self-doubt and created a 7-figure business over the course of a few years. While it didn't happen overnight, it only took 18 months for her to leave her corporate job and retire her husband from his job too! She's proof that you don't need all day to create your dr...

Ep. 224: 3 Steps To Create Your Sustainable Business

January 08, 2024 10:00 - 20 minutes - 32.5 MB

In this episode, I discuss how to create a sustainable business that integrates into your life instead of taking it over. There are four steps to achieve this: identifying your definition of success, determining financial sustainability, designing your ideal schedule, and overcoming the comparison game. By understanding what success means to you, setting financial goals, creating a schedule that aligns with your desired lifestyle, and avoiding comparison, you can build a business that suppor...

Ep. 223: You're 95% More Likely To Hit Your Business Goals In 2024 With This Process

January 01, 2024 10:00 - 37 minutes - 55.7 MB

New year, new business goals. But what happens when your mind plays tricks on you and says "but you didn't follow through last year, why try this year?". It's time to kick those thoughts to the curb and re-write your story for 2024 because just because you didn't follow through before, doesn't mean you can't this time around. In this episode I'm sharing:  My Follow-Thru Framework that ensures progress on your goal.  Set clear and meaningful goals that you truly want to achieve. Visualize...

Ep. 222: 5 Essential Support Systems Every Entrepreneur Needs

December 25, 2023 10:00 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MB

Do you feel lonely, like you're on an island and the only person who's dealing with these entrepreneurship struggles? While the feeling is real, the good news is that you're not the only one. Every accidental entrepreneur has felt this way at some point. Plus there's one thing you can do to help this process overall and it's to find your support system. In this episode I'll share: Why a support system is critical for accidental entrepreneurs The 5 buckets of support you need When you nee...

Ep. 221: 3-Step End-Of-Year Reflection & Goal Setting Process For Entrepreneurs

December 18, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MB

It's that time of year when we look back and reflect on what we've achieved (or haven't) and set our sights on the new year. While it's tempting to skip right to the fun planning part for next year, please don't skip the reflection process. As a business owner, taking time to reflect will help you make better business decisions and set achievable goals for the coming year. In this episode I share:  3 step process for end of year business reflection  Next year goal setting  Writing a lett...

Ep. 220: Lessons Learned From Taking 1 Month Off [& My Health Update]

December 11, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MB

As a business owner who's almost a one-woman-show, it was nerve-wracking to know I needed to take a month off due to a health issue. But I learned a lot and now get to apply it to my business and you can too! I'm sharing all the lessons I learned as a prepped for and took 1 month off from my business.  Prepping for taking a month off  Getting back to work after a month off Mentally, how it impacted me Did I actually complete disconnect from business What was the biggest challenge / big...

Ep. 219: Realistic-For-You Goal Setting For Business Success

December 04, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 34.4 MB

It's goal setting season! As business owners who are tackling a lot of decisions in our business, this is a big one that often comes with a lot of pressure. In this episode I'm sharing a snippet from a live planning series I hosted all about Resilient Business Planning and I don't want anyone to miss out on this part. Setting a realistic-for-you goal is critical to your business success and I'm sharing the step-by-step process. How to approach goal setting in a realistic way  The two mist...

Ep. 218: From Food Stamps To Successful Fashion Stylist Entrepreneur with Jessica Pappineau

November 27, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 63.2 MB

Today we're learning from entrepreneur and fashion stylist, Jessica Pappineau. While she's a successful business owner now, her journey to success included working retail and collecting food stamps for a while when her family was going through a hard time. Too often we see the end result for business owners and think it was an easy journey but Jessica shares her journey to living her dream. Plus she shares fashion tips with us so we can find confidence through clothes even though it's "so mu...

Ep. 217: How To Build Your Business Through Relationships with Barb Betts

November 20, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MB

In this episode we sit down with the fabulous Barb Betts, who is shaking up the traditional approach to referrals! Barb spills the tea on why she hates that word and reveals her genius strategy for building genuine relationships that lead to a steady stream of business, in any industry. Get ready to learn how to make trust your secret marketing weapon and discover the power of unexpected deposits in people's lives. In this episode we discuss:  How word of mouth is an unsteady referral base...

Ep. 216: From Corporate To Accidental Entrepreneurship with Nicola Mercer

November 13, 2023 10:00 - 59 minutes - 82.1 MB

Thinking of transitioning from your corporate life to entrepreneurship? Or maybe your in a season of uncertainty of whether you can really cut it as an entrepreneur. This episode was recorded for you! My guest, Nicola Mercer navigated the journey from working at Nike to starting her own business.  Nicola candidly discusses the challenges and rewards of being an accidental entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and making decisions for oneself. We also explore the transi...

Ep. 215: How To Embrace Failure In Entrepreneurship & Life with Paola Soares

November 06, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MB

In this episode, guest, Paola Soares shares her journey of overcoming fear and failure, ultimately finding success as the host of the But First She Failed podcast and coaching other female entrepreneurs. Discover how embracing our dreams and helping others can lead to a fulfilling life. From navigating layoffs to transitioning from accidental entrepreneurs to unapologetic ones, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical steps to pursue your passions. Don't let fear hold you back; ...

Ep. 214: 10 Tips For Getting Better Sleep As An Entrepreneurship with April Likins

October 30, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 84.8 MB

In this episode, we dive into the hectic world of accidental entrepreneurs, exploring the critical relationship between sleep and stress. Running a business, keeping clients happy, and managing a personal life can often leave us sleep-deprived and stressed. But fret not, as we've got a survival guide tailored just for you. Sleep and Stress Coach, April Likins shares 10 tips for getting better sleep.  We discuss:  Why sleep is critical and we need to stop thinking "I'll sleep when I'm dead...

Ep. 213: Tips For Protecting Your Mental Health As An Entrepreneur From Therapist, Christy Pennison

October 23, 2023 09:00 - 55 minutes - 75.9 MB

In this episode I'm talking with special guest, Christy Pennison and we're talking about dreams, determination, and overcoming obstacles all while protecting your mental health as an entrepreneur. From being stuck in the past to building a thriving therapy practice, Christy shares her inspiring journey of resilience and self-discovery. Get ready to hear a real-life story with witty banter and valuable insights that will leave you feeling inspired and ready to conquer your own dreams.  We d...

Ep. 212: The Sabbatical Method with Alyson Caffrey

October 16, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes - 65.4 MB

In today's episode, we have a special guest, Alyson Caffrey, who will redefine what it means to take a sabbatical and provide valuable insights for small business owners. Alyson, the author of "The Sabbatical Method," challenges the traditional perceptions of sabbaticals and emphasizes the importance of rest for high performance. Alyson's journey from accidental entrepreneur to empowering leader will inspire and motivate you to take control of your life and business. Plus, she'll share pract...

Ep. 211: The Last Planning System You'll Need In Your Business

October 09, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes - 61.9 MB

I'm sharing the last planning system you'll ever need in your business. I realize that is a bold statement but I believe it 100%. After analyzing how I've been able to hit goals and continue to make progress even when life has thrown me some rough curveballs, it's actually pretty simple what works.  This is a preview of what I'll cover in more detail in my offer, Beyond Goals: Resilient Business Planning. I'm hosting a live version Oct. 18, 20 and 23, 2023 and if you see this later the DIY...

Ep. 210: Pause...To Find Your Purpose with Traci Schubert Barrett

October 02, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutes - 79.6 MB

Have you ever felt like there's more to life than what you're currently doing? Do you find yourself questioning your path and wondering if you're truly fulfilling your purpose? You're not alone. In this article, we'll explore the importance of finding your purpose and share insights from a fascinating interview with Traci Schubert Barrett, an expert in helping individuals discover their true calling. In this episode we explore:  Why your purpose matters  How success has been defined and ...

Ep. 209: Chronic Illness & Business: Tips From Entrepreneur's Who Manage Both

September 25, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MB

Being an entrepreneur is tough but toss in a chronic illness/pain, a family crisis, health issues, or everyday kid schedules and it gets much tougher. All of these situations put limits on your time and energy and that in turn impacts your business. In this episode you'll hear from 3 entrepreneurs who live with a chronic illness and they share their tips on how to continue to run a successful business with limited time and energy. They share: How their diagnosis impacted their life and bus...

Ep. 208: My Health Scare & How It's Impacting My Business

September 18, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MB

This is the most personal and vulnerable podcast episode I've ever recorded. I'm sharing about a health scare of mine and how it's impacted my entrepreneurship journey overall. In this episode I'm talking about:  A health scare I experienced over the last 6 months Why I've decided to share this story How this health issue has impacted my business How I'm planning for 1 month off in November due to the health issue Resources Mentioned:  All podcast episodes: https://pod.link/147375187...

Ep. 207: Stop, Drop & Roll Decision-Making Method with Renee Bauer

September 11, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes - 64.8 MB

Do you ever find yourself stuck and you can't seem to make a decision? Chances are it happens often and it can impact your business if you don't find ways to help you move forward. In this week's episode, Renee Bauer, shares her Stop, Drop & Roll method that will help you make decisions with confidence and clarity. We also talk about: How divorce led her to entrepreneurship  Navigating self-doubt  Comparison to others and how it effects us What winning feels like for her Plus Renee is...

Ep. 206: Crafting Your 3-Word Rebellion with Dr. Michelle Mazur

September 04, 2023 09:00 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MB

In this episode get ready to rebel with guest Dr. Michelle Mazur! It's all about distilling your ideas into a powerful "3 Word Rebellion" and revolutionizing your marketing strategy. From battling imaginary nemesis to finding your unique voice, Michelle shares her expertise in empowering experts to amplify their message. Get inspired, take action, and join the rebellion in this lively and transformative episode! We discuss:  What is a 3-Word Rebellion How to create your unique 3-Word Rebe...

Ep. 205: How To Identify The "Before Step" That Leads To Success with Erica Courdae

August 28, 2023 09:00 - 58 minutes - 80.8 MB

Have you ever asked "what's the before step for my dream client?". Chances are you haven't thought about this but the answer to this question could help lead to more successful client engagements and overall, your happiness in your business. When we have a win-win situation for us and the client, this is what builds a great business. My guest, Erica Courdae, shares how she discovered the "before step" for her clients in this conversation. We discuss:  How to identify the "before step" for ...

Ep. 204: Marketing That Feels Good: Providing Clarity and Support for Customers with Caitlin

August 21, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes - 61.4 MB

Many accidental entrepreneurs view marketing as "bad" or "slimy" because of previous experiences that felt that way. As someone who is trying to build a business that operates in a way that serves your customers in a way that helps them, you certainly want your marketing to feel good too. But the question is how to do this? In this article, I've interviewed an expert in creating a positive online experiences. Caitlin shares her pro-tips on how to approach marketing in a way where you are the...

Ep. 203: Unleash Your Inner Storyteller with Jay Acunzo

August 14, 2023 09:00 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MB

In this episode I sit down with storyteller extraordinaire, Jay Acunzo. Get ready to dive deep into the world of content creation as we discuss the divide between creating connections and churning out mindless content and the power of personal creativity. Discover how storytelling and personal vision can set you apart in a sea of commodified content and generalized expertise. From overcoming fears to transforming personal experiences into impactful stories, Jay shares nuggets of wisdom that ...

Ep. 202: Lazy Content Creation: Maximize Your Effort & Create Great Content with Shannon Weinstein

August 07, 2023 09:00 - 51 minutes - 70.4 MB

In this episode, Amanda invites special guest Shannon Weinstein, a CPA extraordinaire, to discuss the ins and outs of podcasting and creating great content...in lazy-style. Join us as we dive into the importance of defining your purpose, maximizing productivity, and curating content that keeps listeners coming back for more. With tons of practical tips and hilarious anecdotes, this episode will have you laughing, learning, and ready to take your content game to the next level without adding ...

Ep. 201: Podcasting 101: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Launching Your Own Show with Krystal Proffitt

July 31, 2023 09:00 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MB

Thinking of starting a podcast but not sure where to start or if you can actually make it happen? I remember this feeling well and I wish I had known my guest today, Krystal Proffitt, when I started. She has all the answers to help you start a podcast in a simple and actually doable way. She negates all the excuses and answers all your questions in this conversation plus she's make you laugh too. In this episode we cover:  Why podcasting is a great form of content  How podcasting is diffe...

Ep. 200: 200 Episodes! My Podcasting Journey & Lessons Learned

July 24, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MB

200 episodes! What a journey it's been to create and publish 200 episodes on this podcast. From the nerves of getting started, to excitement of interviewing guests I admire, to finding the systems that work for me, it's been quite a wild ride in the past few years. And I'm sharing it all in this episode:  My podcasting journey Lessons learned  The future of the podcast  Resources:  All podcast episodes: https://pod.link/1473751874 Amanda's Website: https://www.amandamckinney.com/ Am...

Ep. 199: Striving for More: The Delicate Dance of Gratitude and Entrepreneurial Drive with Molly Asplin

July 17, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MB

Do you want more as an entrepreneur? Chances are you do and guess what? That's okay! You can be grateful for what you have and also want more. The key is to understand what your 'more' is so that you can pursue it in your life and career. My guest Molly Asplin shares how she transitioned from corporate to entrepreneurship and still pursues 'more' every day while staying grateful for all she has currently. In this conversation we cover:  Molly's story of transitioning from corporate to en...

Ep. 198: PUBLISHED! Behind the Pages of Why Not You? An Accidental Entrepreneur's Guide To Success

July 10, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MB

Behind the scenes of my new book 'Why Not You? An Accidental Entrepreneur's Guide To Success" The book is officially out into the world and I want to share all about it with you. In this article I'm taking you behind the scenes of why I wrote this book, what it's all about, and the incredible journey that led me here. You can grab your copy most places books are sold or you can go to amandamckinney.com/book to find all the links.  You're Invited! To my absolutely free pep talk: Permissio...

Ep. 197: Resilient Change: Navigating Pivots In Entrepreneurship with Confidence

July 03, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MB

It's okay to change things in your business. As a matter of fact, it's critical to your business success that you do evolve. If we don't adapt to our customers, our business will go under and so we have to navigate change with confidence. But change is hard so in this episode I share:  The changes I've experienced in entrepreneurship A BIG change I recently made (with lots of feelings) Why we resist change so much as humans How to navigate change with confidence  Resources Mentioned: ...

Ep. 196: #1 Question To Help You Focus & Make Progress with Brionna Ned

June 26, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutes - 79 MB

If you have lots of ideas but not a lot of progress happening in your business, this episode is going to help you change that. My guest, Brionna Ned is a self-proclaimed multidimensional misfit with multiple businesses to allow her freedom in entrepreneurship. It's possible to have it all but it's not possible to pursue it all at the same time and Brionna shares how she approaches being a multipassionate entrepreneur and the #1 question that will help you make decisions. In this conversati...

Ep. 195: Lara Heimann Shares Lessons On Success & Reluctant Entrepreneurship

June 19, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 85.1 MB

Lara Heimann is a success business owner but this didn't happen overnight. We dig into how she started her business to where it is now that includes an online platform, multiple trainings and a podcast that has over 3 million downloads.  At the core you'll hear how she had clarity on her definition of success, boundaries and core values. These components guided her to the business and life she has today. You'll walk away feeling inspired and ready to chase your definition of success.  In...

Ep. 194: Step-By-Step Process Of Defining Success On Your Terms

June 12, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MB

If you don't define success on your terms, others will define it for you by default. You'll find yourself chasing the next thing and never able to truly feel successful. If you're ready to truly understand what success means for you, this episode is your step by step process. There's even a free guide that comes along with this episode so you can take action immediately. In this episode I share:  Why defining success on your own terms is critical  How goals and your definition of success...

Ep. 193: How To Plan A Quarterly Business Check In

June 05, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MB

In corporations there are "offsites" where the department and sometimes the entire company go to a different location to do business planning. While you don't have to follow the typical corporate rules for an offsite, we're pulling from this idea but making it more efficient for you as a small business owner with Quarterly Business Check Ins.  In this episode, I cover:  The goal of Quarterly Business Check Ins  Why quarterly works better than annually  How to plan a Quarterly Business C...

192: Perfectionism, Procrastination and Lack of Accountability with Lauren Tilden

May 29, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 87.5 MB

All these things plague us at some point and that could be you today. If so, this episode is for you and you're going to hear how myself and Lauren Tilden combat and dare I say, beat, perfectionism. While its an almost-ever-present thought, you can do things in your business to help you deal with these issues.  How perfectionism shows up in marketing  Marketing isn't just social media  What perfectionism is and how it shows up for us How accountability is the key to kicking perfectionis...

Ep. 191: How Women Approach Entrepreneurship with Winnie Wong

May 22, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 85.1 MB

Have you ever wondered if women approach entrepreneurship different than men? While this is something that's crossed my mind many times, it's not something I've researched so when I met someone who did research this, I knew I had to interview her.  Winnie Wong is the author of "You Don't Have To Look The Part, How East Asian Women Thrive As Entrepreneurs & Make A Great Bet For Investors" and my interview with her on this topic is packed with stats, stories and inspiration.  Winnie's pass...

Ep. 190: 5 Things To Remember When Everything Sucks In Business

May 15, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 29.1 MB

Are you feeling like you're supporting everyone else's dreams or business and no one is supporting yours?  This leads to feelings of overwhelm and frustration and it's what one person emailed me about and said "I had an emotional breakdown and was strongly thinking about closing my business." If you're in that spot, I want to share 5 messages with you today to help you navigate the very real feelings that are happening.  You're not alone, this is part of entrepreneurship This feeling su...

Ep. 189: Success Story Shorty: Courage Led To Exceeding Goals (with Cammy Adair)

May 08, 2023 09:00 - 14 minutes - 20 MB

If you struggle with self doubt, lack of confidence and procrastination this Success Story Short episode is for you. My client, Cammy, shares all about these things and how she pushed through it all. In the end she hosted a successful free challenge that lead into a paid program of hers. On the other side of taking action (even though she was scared) was confidence and results. You don't want to miss this one!  Her goal = to reach a larger audience / grow her email list  Free Challenge = ...

Ep. 188: The Importance of Nervous System Regulation for Entrepreneurs with Rhysa Sisco

May 01, 2023 09:00 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MB

In this episode we're chatting with Rhysa Sisco, who went from occupational therapist to nervous system regulation coach for business owners. We'll hear all about how her personal struggles led her to realize the importance of untangling our beliefs and how she helps others improve their communication, creativity, and overall well-being.  Plus, we'll talk about how being adaptable is key, and Rhysa will share some awesome tips for using sensory tools to manage stress and anxiety. So grab y...

Ep. 187: Spring Clean (or anytime) Your Business

April 24, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 30.2 MB

Just like we get the 'itch' to clean out the drawers in our kitchen every so often, we get the feeling to clean things up in our business too. In this episode I'm sharing my tips on spring cleaning (or anytime) your business including:  Offerings Content  Website  By doing a refresh on these areas in business you'll walk away feeling refreshed and ready for the next season.  Amanda's Resources:  Show notes: amandamckinney.com/podcast  Order my book: amandamckinney.com/book  More a...