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You don’t always get the full five-year blueprint in business.

Sometimes you get a clear season.
Sometimes you get a quiet one.
And sometimes you hit a speed bump and think… okay, now what?

This 10-minute solo episode is a grounded reframe for those moments.

Not a checklist.
Not a dramatic pivot.
Just a steadier way to think about uncertainty, slow seasons, and the in-between chapters of building a sustainable business.

If you’ve ever felt tempted to overhaul everything because things felt unclear — this is the episode to come back to.

Tune in for a practical mindset shift on choosing direction over certainty, using planning containers (like a 12-week sprint or seasonal strategy), and why long-term business growth requires calm leadership instead of panic decisions.

And if you’re curious about the Marketing Planning Reset I mentioned in the episode, you can join the waitlist here.

Whether you’re in a clear season or a quieter one, this episode is one to bookmark for the next time you can’t see the whole staircase.

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February is the season of love — and this year, I want you to turn some of that attention toward your business. ❤️

In this episode, we’re talking about what it really looks like to love your business long-term — not the honeymoon phase, not the Instagram highlight-reel version, but the kind of relationship that actually lasts.

Because most business owners don’t fall out of love with their work.

As your business grows, the logistics grow too. Emails, invoices, scheduling, follow-ups… all the things that quietly take up space and energy. And when there’s no room left, the work you love gets buried.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through:

• Why losing excitement doesn’t mean you chose the wrong business
• How the “honeymoon phase” shows up in both relationships and business
• Why quick fixes (and shiny features) aren’t always the answer
• How intentional design creates room for your spark to shine again
• Why awareness is the most important first step before changing anything

I’m also sharing what I’ve been working on behind the scenes this year — refining my offers, rethinking support, and why system audits have become a non-negotiable starting point in my work with clients.

If you’re using 17hats or Flodesk and your business feels heavier than it should, a simple audit might be the clarity you need. No pressure. No commitment. Just a clear look at what’s working, what’s draining you, and what’s possible.

👉 Book a free consult (your coffee date) to see if an audit is a good next step.

The modern fairytale isn’t about loving every moment.
It’s about building a business you don’t want to leave. 🫶

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Running a business can feel a lot like working on a puzzle.

You’ve got pieces everywhere — ideas, tools, workflows, client needs — and you know they’re supposed to fit together… but sometimes the picture just doesn’t feel complete.

With National Puzzle Day coming up, I’m leaning into one of my favorite metaphors and breaking down how puzzles and business are surprisingly similar — especially for solopreneurs navigating the messy middle of growth.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

• Why January can feel overwhelming (even when nothing is “wrong”)
• A simple PUZZLE framework to help you figure out what’s missing
• Three different ways people naturally approach building a business
• Why support systems don’t replace your thinking — they protect your progress
• How to stop feeling scattered and start placing the right next piece

If your business feels heavy, incomplete, or just slightly off right now, this episode will help you zoom out, get grounded, and move forward with more clarity.

ICYMI
Ep 140: No Man's Land: Why the Messy Middle Isn't the End of Your Fairytale

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