Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast
95 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 162 ratingsThe Not So Entrepreneurs is a podcast for busy entrepreneurs who want to bravely grow their online business. We will cover topics such as social media, email marketing, paid advertising, time management, and other strategies that will help you to scale your business!
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Launching a Facebook Group
November 11, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutes - 59 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! What’s holding you back from launching a Facebook group? Fear? Imposter syndrome? Lack of knowledge? Today we’re talking all about the logistics of launching your Facebook group. If you didn’t catch last week’s episode, you might want to go back and listen, because we talked all about the difference between a Facebook page and a Facebook group, and the benefits of having a group. This week we...
How a Facebook Group Can Grow Your Business
November 04, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Are you ready to find out how you can grow your business? For the next few episodes, I want to talk about something that I consider to be one of my superpowers and something that I kind of nerd out about, but that I have never recorded an episode about on this podcast. Are you ready? We're starting a series all about Facebook groups. I LOVE Facebook groups, so I am doing four different episodes...
Knowing What to Hire Out Next with Rick Mulready
October 28, 2020 11:00 - 49 minutes - 69.1 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Have you ever felt like you can’t hire because you can’t afford it, you don’t think anyone will do the job as good as you or you simply don’t know what role to hire for? I’ve been there, and my guest, Rick Mulready, has been too! Rick is the host of The Art of Online Business podcast and an industry-leading expert in teaching online experts how to optimize their online business to take them to the next level. He...
Onboarding & Training Team Members
October 21, 2020 11:00 - 31 minutes - 44.5 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Are you putting off hiring because you're just too busy right now? News flash: You will always be busy! And the sooner you hire, the sooner that can change. Today we're continuing the discussion we've been having for the last several weeks about hiring and leading your team. This episode is going to be specifically about onboarding and training your team members. This is something that can be ...
Tools I Use to Manage My Team
October 14, 2020 11:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Are you using tools to manage your team? If not, this episode is going to make your life a whole lot easier. I want to continue the discussion that we’ve been having over the last few weeks about teams and hiring. Today we’re talking about the specific tools that I use in my own business to manage my team. Having tools in place can help you save time and increase revenue and productivity, but it can...
Growing and Leading a Team with Kris Plachy
October 07, 2020 11:00 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Are you thinking about hiring people to help you in your business? Or have you already hired some people, and you want to get better at leading them, get more results, and continue hiring? If that sounds like you, then this is the episode for you. I am interviewing Kris Plachy, who coaches female entrepreneurs on how to grow and lead a team. If you're anything like me, you probably had no idea you wo...
Hiring Help: A Peek into the Not So Wimpy Team
September 30, 2020 11:00 - 46 minutes - 64.8 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Do you like to see what goes on inside other people’s businesses? Me too. It’s fun, but it also helps me to learn! I'm excited about this episode because I'm going to give you a little sneak peek into my team and what they are doing in my business. I wanted to do this because I get a ton of questions about hiring help. “Who does what on your team?” “How did you hire them?” “Where do you h...
Inside Look at Teachers Pay Teachers with Amy Berner
September 23, 2020 11:00 - 40 minutes - 56.7 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Are you a teacher-author wondering how to get more eyes on your product? Today we’re going behind the scenes of Teachers Pay Teachers to find out how to get the most out of it that you can, and to also chat about why I love it so much. Our guest today, Amy Berner, is the Director of Seller Happiness at Teachers Pay Teachers and the perfect person to tell us all about it. I'm lucky enough to think of ...
6 Reasons Teacher Entrepreneurs Should Create a Digital Course
September 16, 2020 11:00 - 24 minutes - 34 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Have you bought into the lie that teachers aren’t going to buy a course from you? Let’s break that down and talk about why they ARE! Today I'm excited to talk to you about the six reasons that digital courses are perfect for teacher entrepreneurs. I’m so excited to talk about this because I often read misbeliefs about digital course creation inside Facebook groups that are completely untrue, and I want to ...
How to Choose a Topic for Your Course
September 09, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Do you have a course topic in you? Do you have a topic that would be perfect for a digital course for teachers in your audience? Spoiler alert! I think you do. I think that all of you have at least one topic in you, and you might not even recognize it yet because it's so simple that it's easy to overlook. In this episode, I want to talk about how you can identify what your course topic should be and ...
BONUS EPISODE: Sneak Peek of my Bonus Package for Teacher Entrepreneurs
September 07, 2020 11:00 - 15 minutes - 22.1 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Have you been thinking about launching your own course, but aren’t sure where to start? Then boy do I have just the thing for you! I have been so excited to talk about this that I just couldn't wait for Wednesday’s episode, so here we are. I want to tell you all about the Not So Wimpy Power Mentorship Bonus that you can get for FREE if you sign up for Amy Porterfield’s Digital Course Academy with my ...
Productivity Tips for Working on a Large Project with Neill Williams
September 02, 2020 11:00 - 45 minutes - 63.5 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Are you wondering how on earth you can take on a new project when there are hardly enough hours in the day as it is? It might be time to change the way you’re thinking. Today’s guest, Neill Williams, is here to talk all about how to change the way we think about time, and share her best productivity tips for working on a large project. Trust me, she’s the gal for this. Neill specializes in productivity, so I wa...
Adding a Digital Course to Your TpT Business
August 26, 2020 11:00Welcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Let’s take a deep dive into the nitty gritty of digital course creation! Today I’m interviewing Ashley Marquez of Teach Create Motivate who just celebrated a successful course launch in July! Ashley is part of my Not So Wimpy CEO Mastermind and shares her process, facing her fears, overcoming roadblocks, and practical tips for launching a digital course while still running a TpT business! Episode 31 Takeaways: ...
Adding a Digital Course to Your TpT Business
August 26, 2020 11:00Welcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Let’s take a deep dive into the nitty gritty of digital course creation! Today I’m interviewing Ashley Marquez of Teach Create Motivate who just celebrated a successful course launch in July! Ashley is part of my Not So Wimpy CEO Mastermind and shares her process, facing her fears, overcoming roadblocks, and practical tips for launching a digital course while still running a TpT business! Episode 31 Takeaways: ...
Creating a Digital Course with Amy Porterfield
August 19, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 75.7 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Today I am beyond excited to interview someone who has truly helped transform my business—Amy Porterfield! If you have ever considered adding a digital course to your business, this episode is exactly what you need. Amy tackles everything from figuring out which type of course you should create to finding the time to make it happen and getting past the fears that may be holding you back. Episode 30 Takeaways: ...
Getting Over Your Fear of Live Video
August 12, 2020 11:00 - 56 minutes - 130 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Okay, be honest. Do you get nervous about doing live video? About the thought of going live on Instagram or Facebook or doing a webinar? If so, you’re not alone. MOST entrepreneurs are nervous about doing live video! If you’ve ever felt that way, then you’re going to love today’s guest: Heather Sager of Finding Your It Factor. She helps entrepreneurs shape & deliver their message on live video and she makes it SO s...
How A Digital Course Changed My Business
August 05, 2020 11:00 - 25 minutes - 59.1 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week I'm excited to share about my own experience of creating a digital course and the 6 ways that creating a course changed my business (and my life). Episode 28 Takeaways: Creating a course lets you... + Connect with your audience on a deeper level + Create a loyal following of super fans + Exponentially grow your email list + Lean into your "one thing" + Diversify your revenue + Boost your conf...
Creating a Massive Impact With a $97 Course
July 29, 2020 11:23 - 44 minutes - 103 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week I'm excited to share my digital course creation journey with you and break down 3 of the strategies that helped me have a 6-figure launch with a $97 course. Episode 27 takeaways: + You don't need a high dollar course to make a huge impact and great revenue + Have a targeted, course-related lead magnet that gives your ideal customer a quick win + Get very clear about who your course is for and don't tr...
Writing Copy That Connects and Sells with Jenn Whinnem
July 22, 2020 11:00 - 52 minutes - 120 MBWelcome back to another episode of The Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week we’re chatting with Jenn Whinnem from Obsession Eleven. Jenn is an amazing copywriter and has written so many things for the Not So Wimpy Brand including emails, sales pages and product descriptions. So today, she’s going to share how to find the best copywriter for your brand, how to have fun in your copy, and the difference between online writing and academic writing. Episode 26 takeaways: • Write f...
Increasing Revenue and Impact During TPT Sitewide Sales
July 15, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 75.6 MBWelcome back to another episode of The Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week we’re focusing on how to get the most out of TpT sales and how to increase your revenue and impact during site wide sales. We are in the Back-to-School season, and even though we don’t know the future of this year’s learning environment, we can prepare great lessons for our students. Let’s get rid of the mindset blocks of people not wanting to purchase because of the COVID epidemic. This is absolutely ...
Are you ready for an Integrator?
July 08, 2020 11:00 - 51 minutes - 119 MBWelcome back to another episode of The Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week we’re chatting with Beth Hoff! She’s on my team and does so many amazing things for the Not So Wimpy brand as an Integrator. So today, we’re going to share what an integrator does and let you decide if you’re at the stage in your business to hire one. We feel like Beth is basically running the show over here! While a Virtual Assistant is someone you can delegate tasks to in a specific area of your busin...
5 Lead Magnet Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make
July 01, 2020 11:00 - 28 minutes - 64.9 MBWelcome back to another episode of The Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week we’re focusing on the lead magnet. I’m sharing five mistakes that you don’t want to make. You know a lead magnet is giving someone a freebie in exchange for an email address to grow your contact list. But, you don’t need to offer a TON of freebies, or you’ll just be attracting the wrong customer. Instead, work on ONE really awesome lead magnet and promote it adequately. Send consistent, relevant content to ke...
Deciding You're in Business with Caryn Gillen
June 24, 2020 11:00 - 27 minutes - 64.6 MBWelcome back to another episode of The Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week you’re going to meet Caryn Gillen and learn how she’s grown nine different businesses to six and seven figures. Caryn is a Mindset Coach for entrepreneurs in small businesses and growing businesses. Caryn comes from a family of entrepreneurs and brings her knowledge and experience to you. Hopefully, after this episode you feel confident in your business and are ready to show up for yourself and grow you...
Ditch Fear and Delegate with Meg Witt
June 17, 2020 09:00 - 41 minutes - 58 MBWelcome back to the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week Meg Witt, founder and CEO of Six-Figs, joins us to talk about how she successfully grew her business, the importance of delegation, and when to jump on that feeling that it might be time to hire for your business. Delegation, hiring, and growth is something Meg Witt knows a thing or two about. With only 2.5 years in the business, Meg sheds light on her best practices and how relationship building, strong connections, dedi...
3 Habits to Achieve Your Vision with Chynell Moore
June 10, 2020 09:00 - 51 minutes - 119 MBWelcome back to another episode of The Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week you’re going to meet Chynell Moore and learn the tips that helped her grow her Entrepreneur business. Chynell coaches teacher Entrepreneurs, by helping them with their online businesses. Whether they’re creating teacher resources or other digital products, Chynell helps them be more intentional and prepared to scale their businesses. We’ll dive into great tips on how to keep a clear vision on your goals...
Grow Your Business With Weekly Content
May 27, 2020 11:00 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MBWelcome back to the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week we are talking about a topic that I am super passionate about and that is weekly content. I am going to share about what weekly content is, why it’s important to be consistent with it, and my process for creating great content. If you are curious about how to grow your business with weekly content, this episode is for you! In Episode 19 I talk about: My decision back in 2017 to get consistent in releasing weekly blog pos...
8 Types of Posts For Growing an Engaged Facebook Page
May 20, 2020 11:00 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBWelcome back to the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! I’m so glad you’re here. Today I am diving into one of my favorite topics - Facebook. I know a lot of entrepreneurs groan when they hear the word Facebook but if you take the time to learn the algorithms and what Facebook likes to see, it can be an incredible tool for growing your audience. So I am going to share eight different posts that I use on a consistent basis to engage my audience on Facebook. Tune in to find out what they are! ...
How I Am “Breaking the Rules” to Grow My Business
May 13, 2020 11:00 - 15 minutes - 22.6 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week is another solo episode and I am talking about something that has been on my mind for a while - breaking the rules. As entrepreneurs, we have the tendency to chase shiny objects and fix the things that aren’t broken. Here’s the thing: There is not just ONE set of rules in online business and that’s what I am here to talk to you about today. Let’s dive in! In this episode I talk about: Not fixing the things...
The Legal Stuff You NEED to Know About in Your Business w/ Bobby Klinck
May 06, 2020 11:00 - 54 minutes - 75.5 MBWelcome back to the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Today in Episode 16, I get to bring back a guest that has already appeared on the podcast in Episode 3. Today’s guest is Bobby Klinck. If you haven’t listened to Episode 3 yet, go back and listen to learn about his AMAZING copywriting skills. Today, however, we are digging into something very important when it comes to building a successful business - the legal stuff. Not only is Bobby great at copywriting, but he is also a lawyer who gr...
The 5 Fears Holding Women Back from Making More Money w/ Kelly Hollingsworth
April 29, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 90.6 MBWelcome back to the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! Have you ever had thoughts like, “I don’t deserve to make more money than her,” or “I don’t feel like it’s right to try to make money in the times we’re in?” Then this episode might be exactly what you need to hear right now. Today we are going to talk about a topic that tends to make us a little bit uncomfortable. That topic is money. There is something about talking about money that makes us feel uneasy, especially female entrepreneurs...
How to Grow Your Business Using Live Video w/ Luria Petrucci
April 22, 2020 07:00 - 51 minutes - 71.7 MBWelcome back to the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week on the show I am sharing a conversation I had with Luria Petrucci, a live video strategist. Luria helps entrepreneurs create professional live videos that can help grow their businesses and create more connection with their audience. She has appeared on CNN, NBC, Fox and more and has created over 5,000 videos that have over a billion views. This woman knows her stuff when it comes to using live video so I am SO excited to share...
My 3 Tips to Embrace Selling During COVID-19
April 15, 2020 08:00 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MBThis week on the Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast I am talking about selling during COVID-19. This is an unsure time to be an entrepreneur, but I still believe that it is important to continue selling, so we can serve our audience in meaningful ways. Trust me, I had uncertainty around whether or not I should be selling. In fact, I just created a special offer and ended up getting some negative feedback. In Episode 13 I am going to tell you that story and how I worked through the negativity ...
3 Ways to Be More Productive With Neill Williams
April 08, 2020 08:00 - 46 minutes - 107 MBWelcome back to another episode of The Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur Podcast! This week you’re in for a special treat. My guest, Neill Williams, is a productivity QUEEN. If you’ve ever had the thought, “I WISH I could get more done with less time,” this is the episode you want to tune into. Neill is going to give us three ways to become more productive - even with the limited amount of time we have right now. Neill shares: Why she thinks you shouldn’t stop selling during the trying times we’...
Taking the Stress Out of Taxes for Our Online Businesses with Meg Wheeler
April 01, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBTaxes can be so darn stressful when you own your own business. It’s even more stressful when you are an accidental entrepreneur. Even though the April 15th deadline has been pushed back, taxes are not going away any time soon. We are going to have to pay them! My guest today, Meg Wheeler, is a business and financial coach. She helps entrepreneurs to master the money stuff in their business. I know that accounting is not a sexy topic, but Meg is so easy to listen to! ...
3 Things Entrepreneurs Need to Do During This Crisis
March 23, 2020 08:00 - 26 minutes - 37 MBWell, holy heck! This has been a crazy week! Thank goodness we aren’t wimpy. I’m excited to share with you what I have learned and what I’m struggling with as an online business owner during this time. ***Please take a moment to leave a podcast review. It means the world to me!*** I would love to connect with you on social media. You can find me on Instagram @Not So Wimpy Entrepreneur.
Rocking Your Facebook Ads with Rick Mulready
March 16, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 95 MBFacebook ads can fuel the growth of your online business. But they can be tough! I am super stoked to have the Facebook ads guru on the podcast today! Yep- I’m interviewing Rick Mulready! I asked him about using ads when you can’t put a pixel on your store. We talk about how to use ads to grow your email list. And Rick shares his thoughts about how much to spend on ads and when to stop or change an existing ads. Ever wonder why an ad does well for a week and then dive bombs? Rick sha...
When you don’t hit your goal...
March 09, 2020 08:00 - 18 minutes - 26 MBMost entrepreneurs are very goal oriented. It’s a great thing. Until you don’t hit the goal... The reality is that if you are hitting all of your goals, then you aren’t setting big enough goals. If you are setting the right goals, you are going to fall short from time to time. In this raw and very personal podcast episode, I am sharing the three action steps I used when I missed a huge sales goal in February. ***Please take a moment to leave a podcast review. It means the world to me!*...
Branding Photography Tips with Julie Griffin
March 02, 2020 09:00 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MBEvery online entrepreneur needs branding photos. They can be used on your website, on Facebook, on Instagram and even in slide decks for webinars, courses, and trainings. These photos help your audience to feel connected to YOU and what YOU have to offer! Every online entrepreneur needs branding photos. They can be used on your website, on Facebook, on Instagram and even in slide decks for webinars, courses, and trainings. These photos help your audience to feel connected to YOU and what Y...
5 Easy Things You Can Hire Out
February 24, 2020 09:00 - 26 minutes - 37.1 MBHiring people to help you with your business is terrifying. How will I find someone who is capable? Is it just easier for me to do it myself? Is it a good investment? I get it! Hiring is a big step. But in this episode, I’m going to share five SIMPLE things that you can hire out. I am sharing the things that will save you time and probably won’t break the bank! Graphic Design: Design Pickle. ***Please take a moment to leave a podcast review. It means the world to me!*** I would...
Grow Your Business By Taking a Break with Whitney McNeill
February 17, 2020 15:41 - 38 minutes - 53.7 MBIt might sound counterintuitive, but did you know that one of the best things you can do for your business is to step aside and take a break? In this episode I had the honor of chatting with my good friend Whitney McNeill from Messenger of Spirit. Whitney shared about how taking breaks can lead to greater sales and creativity. My favorite takeaway was that working longer hours and hustling to grow your business doesn’t earn you a badge of honor. So powerful! Every busy entrepreneur n...
5 Things All Online Entrepreneurs Should Invest In
February 10, 2020 09:00 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBInvesting in your business can be so scary! I literally had a meltdown about investing $10 in clip art during my first year in business. This fear of spending money on the business continued well into my business. Everyone is trying to sell you something, but what makes sense? What brings you the biggest return on investment? In this episode we are discussing the areas you need to invest in and what to consider when spending money in each of these areas. Ads Courses Conferences Mast...
Writing Addictive Email with Bobby Klinck
February 03, 2020 12:57 - 53 minutes - 74.1 MBAre you tired of writing weekly emails that nobody reads? Or are you scared to write weekly emails because you don’t know what to write about? My guest, Bobby Klinck is a lawyer turned entrepreneur. He started his business to help entrepreneurs with the legal stuff, but he quickly found that he had a hidden talent. He is an amazing copywriter! (And he’s extremely humble, which you’ll hear all about!) Bobby is teaching us how he writes weekly emails that his audience is excited to open....
Running a 7 Figure Business in Just 20 Hours Per Week
January 29, 2020 22:02 - 26 minutes - 37.7 MBI love my job. I would work every hour of the day. But I can’t. I am a wife and a mom. I set two big ol’ goals for 2020. Generate $2 million dollars in revenue. Work no more than 20 hours per week. Crazy, right? In this episode, I am sharing the strategies that I have put in to place to help meet these goals. You will hear about: Tasks I am hiring out How I am giving my team more ownership How I am using my planner to get more intentional with my time The way I am batchi...
Running a 7 Figure Business in Just 20 Hours Per Week
January 29, 2020 22:02 - 26 minutes - 37.7 MBI love my job. I would work every hour of the day. But I can’t. I am a wife and a mom. I set two big ol’ goals for 2020. Generate $2 million dollars in revenue. Work no more than 20 hours per week. Crazy, right? In this episode, I am sharing the strategies that I have put in to place to help meet these goals. You will hear about: Tasks I am hiring out How I am giving my team more ownership How I am using my planner to get more intentional with my time The way I am batchi...
It All Started with a Beanie Baby...
January 29, 2020 21:59 - 11 minutes - 16.3 MBWhat is your story? Why did you create your business? How did you get to the place where you are right now? This is called a Founder’s Story. Why in the world should you listen to what I have to say on this podcast? Why should you trust me as a teacher and coach? In this episode I am sharing my Founder’s Story. It is the first step in answering those questions. The Founder’s Story helps our audience to see where we have come from and why we are passionate about what we do. It helps to ...