Behind The Boss Mask (for Curious Humans)

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with keynote speaker, business consultant, author, podcast host, + mentalist, Jonathan Pritchard. This episode is perfect for you if want to know how to make smarter choices with your time; are curious about the secret to magic tricks + life in general; what it means to follow your passion versus following your curiosity; how to build a business on trust + integrity; understanding the importance of building relationships as an entrepreneur; why living life as an experiment produces the best results aka success; how having a physical practice will help you grow faster as a business owner + human being; or why getting more attention is not what your business needs. Join us because this is awesome! Show notes + bonus content is available at http://behindthebossmask.com/030

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask to answer YOUR woo-woo questions, in honor of Woo-Woo October! It's all about energies + fear this month :) This episode is perfect for you if you want to know how to share more of your spiritual inspiration within your business; how to get started with using non-traditional, woo-woo options to improve your business + your life; whether you're wasting your time on small tasks to avoid bigger growth; or how to take with your audience about spiritual, woo-woo subjects without alienating or scaring them away. Show notes + bonus content is available at http://behindthebossmask.com/029

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with graphic designer, handletterer, + founder of Sugar & Type Design Studio, Ilana Griffo. This episode is perfect for you if you're curious about how your passion is more important than your confidence; what it's really like to attend an Etsy Open Call for physical goods; why friendships in business are vital to success + sanity; the never-ending pros + cons of one-on-one work with clients; why there's value in staying small + how to maintain it while you grow; or the best way to take your ideas to the next level. Show notes + bonus content is available at http://behindthebossmask.com/028

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask for our monthly #BossMaskBookClub! We're talking about "The E-Myth Revisited" by Michael E. Gerber - one of the most popular small business books on the shelves since 1995. At first, I didn't think this book would apply to my business, but I was so (happily) wrong. This episode is perfect for you if you're looking for a solid structure for near-guaranteed success as a business owner. Show notes + bonus cheat sheet are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/027

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with mom of 2, Strategist, Coach, Speaker, Host of the Boss Mom podcast, + author of "Boss Mom," Dana Malstaff. This episode is perfect for anyone who is curious about living a real, non-curated life on Instagram; how to uncover the best idea for your book; the benefits of embracing the practice of writing; the priceless benefits of meeting fellow entrepreneurs in-person; what to do when you learn too much + don't know what to do next; how to find the support to implement, take action, + create days that you truly enjoy; the 2 keys to maintaining a happy marriage, family, + your sanity; or the benefits of practicing more. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/026

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask to answer YOUR questions! This episode is perfect for anyone wants to know more about how to onboard an Online Business Manager into their business; how to plan vacation time when you're a service-based business owner; or how to stay organized + manage your time as a solopreneur, plus how to handle the creative challenges that come with it. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/025

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with women's leadership + business coach, Layla Saad. A fellow Conquer Club gal, I've watched Layla blossom incredibly this past year + I'm overjoyed to share where she's been and what she has in store. Much like me, she has an entrepreneurial journey full of starts + stops, a history of depression + anxiety, dislikes consistency, + follows her intuitive nudges. This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to know how authenticity affects your level of success; how introverts can give themselves permission to try new things without feeling overwhelmed; why it's better to move on when your excitement dies; why listening to your intuitive nudges will never steer you in the wrong direction; what your depression, anxiety, + panic attacks are really about; when preventing burnout is a daily practice; or how women can play their schedule around their cycle to get more done. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/024

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with focused action coach + freedom strategist, Vasavi Kumar ... sort of. It was bound to happen sometime. I made it to episode 23 before I had tech issues + the interview didn't record ... but the show must go on! I've channeled Vasavi's badass spirit to dive into the topic she + I spent the most time talking about: seeking advice + information vs taking action + following your intuition. This episode is perfect for anyone who is struggling with information overload; unsure of what to do next - in business or in life; overwhelmed by the big + small problems; only seeing their self-worth in their bank account; curious about how information becomes knowledge + wisdom; wants to know how to bring out their inner scientist for ongoing happiness; wants clear advice how to balance gather information and taking action. STAY TUNED to the end of the episode for an EXCITING announcement / addition to the show, starting next month! Show notes + bonus content are available

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with emotional + spiritual healer who specializes in trauma, Skyler Mechelle. Having just met online only a few months ago, I'm so delighted to have Skyler on the show, sharing her gorgeously honest story + "raw, real, and dirty approach to healing." This episode is perfect for anyone who is struggling with healing from past trauma; wanting to reconnect + reclaim your self-identity + self-worth; curious about the mind-body connection when healing emotionally + mentally; eager to learn how to embrace your past + move on from it at the same time; how to stop living in survival mode; how to beginning setting boundaries with yourself + others to encourage healing; or want it really means to be brave in our modern world. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/022

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with branding strategist, marketing photographer, + host of the Know, Like, & Trust Show podcast, Britney Gardner. Being a fellow introvert, Britney + I dive into the heart of branding + the realities of entrepreneur life right away + keep on going! This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to know more about the importance of branding for entrepreneurs; why branding is more than just photos; how your branding directly connects to your marketing plans; why one-day intensives are so powerful; how podcasting is a great outlet for introverts; the realities of being a mom + an entrepreneur (mompreneur!); or some very real talk on burnout. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/021

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask to answer YOUR questions! This episode is perfect for anyone who wonders how burnout can make you waste time on unimportant tasks (with examples!) or is looking for a few podcast episodes to listen to during their time off this season. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/020

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with former hustle addict + burnout queen, Victoria Klein. This is my first solo non-Q+A episode, so be gentle ;) We're getting down + dirty about the secret struggle of every entrepreneur: burnout. You love what you do, but do you love yourself enough to stop working on your business 24/7? This episode is perfect for anyone who wonders if they have burnout; the symptoms of burnout; why burnout happens; or how to recover from and prevent burnout. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/019

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with PR firm owner, and fellow introvert, former model, + Yoga teacher, Allyn Lewis. She has created a wonderful community for entrepreneur focused around mental health + the honest truth of living the life of a business owner. This episode is perfect for anyone who is curious about how your mental health affects your professional success; why your branding should be a natural extension of your business; why multiple income streams are vital for a healthy business; how the journey of being an entrepreneur is never a straight line; how to embrace failure as an entrepreneur; what to look for when choosing team members; or how being a Yoga practitioner affects your view of work/life balance + owning a business. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/018

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with comedy divas + copywriting unicorns, Jamie Jensen + Erin Lindstrom of Your Hot Copy. This is our first-ever 3-way interview, folks! During our fun-filled conversation, we talk about everything from the importance of copy in our modern attention-deficit world + a 101 on funnels to hobbies, travel, + my new favorite phrase: hot mess express! This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to know how important copywriting is to their online business; why it's OK to try several things before you find what's right for you; the basics of funnels for online businesses; the key reasons to turn away clients; why you should say no more than you say yes; or how to stay open + available for new opportunities. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/017

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask to answer YOUR questions! This episode is perfect for anyone who wonders how much is too much to share with my Virtual Assistant, which online collaboration tools are the best to use with clients, or how to know if you should hire a Virtual Assistant that specializes in or is knowledgeable of your niche. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/016

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with Creative Director + Managing Editor of The Perpetual You, Lee Lee Thompson. A writer by trade, designer by heart, + mother by choice,  Lee Lee has created an online magazine for women with a powerful message that's deeply needed. As an info-nerd + magazine geek, I'm always on the hunt for new things to read. The fact that I devoured 5 issues of The Perpetual You in one day means that Lee Lee + her team are really on to something! This episode is perfect for anyone still in the first year of their business; wondering if they can truly call themselves an entrepreneur; wondering what to do with the endless amounts of business advice out there; how you can truly "have it all" as a female entrepreneur; still seeking to blend motherhood with running a business; or trying to figure out if following your passion is the smart thing to do. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/015

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with mindset coach, speaker, + Huffington Post blogger, Lorraine Hamilton. A fellow bright hair fan + Conquer Club member, Lorraine has exceptional wisdom that only a long-time entrepreneur gains. We chat about everything from funnels and launching to fears, worries, + Yoga. This episode is perfect for anyone who thinks they might be getting in the way of their own success; wondering about the difference between hiring a coach + hiring a mentor; is overwhelmed with fears + worries of what might be; wondering how to find work/life balance as a parent; or is curious about how Yoga changed my life + how it can change yours. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/014

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with long-time entrepreneur, professional unicorn wrangler (aka alignment and action coach), co-owner of Julia Child's La Pitchoune house (aka La Peetch) in Southern France, + author of "The Intention Generation," Makenna Johnston. A fellow Conquer Club badass, Makenna as a long, winding history as an entrepreneur, which also includes time as a college professor, spouse of an active duty Air Force Captain, doula, Yoga teacher, speaker, artist ... the list goes on! This is a spectacular chat about business + life that you don't want to miss. This episode is perfect for anyone who hates the word hustle but still needs to do it; has a hard time choosing or sticking with one career path; struggles to listen to their intuition; wonders what it's really like to work with a coach; or wants a deeply honest look at work/life balance. Show notes + bonus content are available at http://behindthebossmask.com/013

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask to answer YOUR questions! We're only at our 2nd monthly Q+A episode and I've already broken my own rule. So many of you submitted uber juicy questions that I blew way past my 30-minute limit I originally set for these episodes. Be sure to let me know in the comments if you really want these episodes to stay short + I can start breaking up any longer ones ... now let's get to the good stuff. This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to know more about what an Online Business Manager (OBM) does, costs, + if you need one yet; whether hiring via Fiverr is a good idea for small jobs; is dealing with guilt when hiring + delegating; is curious about why the cost for a VA varies so widely; how to evaluate + oversee anyone you hire; how to start hiring again after a bad experience; how to tell the difference between a fear of change + making the wrong big leap; or how to prevent falling back into old habits instead of delegating to your team. Show notes + bonus content are ava

Today we're going Behind the Boss Mask with food journalist, environmental steward, frequent visiting scholar, Emmy-award-winner, + author of "Bread, Wine, Chocolate: The Slow Loss of Food We Love," Simran Sethi. Joining us from Denver, Colorado on the final day of her book tour, Simran shares her beautifully open experience in the early days of her traditional careers in journalism + academia to her unique, joy-filled, curiosity-driven life she's building now. Simran + I chat about everything from our past connection as Yoga teachers + eco-journalists in San Francisco to being an introvert, self-care, how your earnings reflect the freedom you want, the audacious goal to help other people, + so much more! This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to live life on their own terms; is fueled by a desire to help other people through their passion + curiosity; struggles to find balance between work + life as an introvert; and has a great joy for eating delicious food (especially chocolate). Show notes + bonus c