Agriculture & Rural Business Podcast

Do you ever feel completely overwhelmed by marketing? It’s a never-ending cycle of trying to keep up, and I get it! In today’s episode, I’m sharing tactics to not only increase the quality of your marketing strategy and content creation but also help with efficiency in your marketing planning and execution. I share 5 steps you can take to create an outstanding marketing plan. You’ll hear different variables to consider when creating your plan, and I dive deep into some of the tactics, like how to perfect your marketing messaging.     I also want to invite you to my FREE masterclass on 5 steps to your first $50k for service providers. In this masterclass, I provide the exact strategy I used to get my business to the first $50k. Visit the link below for more info!   5 steps to your first $50k: https://snowymountainmarketing.ac-page.com/5-steps-to-50k   StoryBrand: https://www.mystorybrand.com   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

In today's episode, I'm taking us back to the first business I started and how I gained and retained clients. I'm also sharing how different of an experience it was to start my second business, Snowy Mountain Marketing, as landing clients proved much harder. I'm diving into 6 reasons why you might not be landing consistent clients and 4 ways to land those clients, including creating an offer based on demand. I also want to invite you to my FREE masterclass on 5 steps to your first $50k for service providers. In this masterclass, I provide the exact strategy I used to get my business to the first $50k. Visit the link below for more info!   5 steps to your first $50k: https://snowymountainmarketing.ac-page.com/5-steps-to-50k   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

In today's episode, I'm excited to have Lexi DeVries join us to talk about all things Virtual Assistant. Lexi shares her journey of finding a job she could do from home while working full-time on a dairy farm and raising two kids. She started as a Virtual Assistant and grew into a certified Online Business Manager. She's now a Virtual Assistant Coach and Business Mentor, teaching other rural women how to get into the world of being a Virtual Assistant. Lexi shares what tasks a Virtual Assistant does, what businesses they're a good fit for, and how to get started.    For more information on time auditing, check out this previous episode: Episode 28. How to Buy Back Time In Your Business with Danielle Fisher   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   Connect with Lexi: Follow on Instagram @midst.of.motherhood Check out her website https://midstofmotherhood.com   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

In today's episode, I'm sharing my experience of being independent my entire life and how that slowed down the growth of my business. It took me a while to learn what being "interdependent" meant. Once I learned how to ask for help and how to become interdependent on my team, my business exploded. You'll hear how I asked for help and what leaning on others can do for you.    Time auditing episode mentioned: Episode 28. How to Buy Back Time In Your Business with Danielle Fisher   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

In today's episode, I'm walking you through my step-by-step onboarding process to help create a top-tier client experience. I'm sharing a poor experience I had with someone who didn't have the proper procedures and processes in place to make working with them easy and efficient. You'll also hear why a solid onboarding process leads to a successful project and working relationship, as well as repeat business.    Download this FREEBIE example of my onboarding process   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

In today’s episode, I’m diving into why you should ask “who” and not “how” when growing your business. We’re all in this hustle culture where we think if we work harder or spend more time working, we’ll be more successful. That’s a lie we all tell ourselves! We need to focus on the “who.” That means who can help you get to the next level, who can help you grow your business, who can take things off your plate. I’ll explain how changing your mindset to think this way will ensure your success.    Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

In this episode, I'm covering a theme that's part of my business coaching: creating a grand slam offer. A grand slam offer is when you present your offer to someone they feel like it's such a good deal that they can't miss out. I'm walking you through four main areas of focus to create a grand slam offer so your marketing and sales process becomes easier and more successful.   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

In today's episode, I'm going deep into time management to help you get more done in less time. I'll give you ideas on how to prioritize your time and focus, like I spoke about in the last episode. I'll talk a lot about how utilizing time blocking and Asana helped transform my business and life. I'll go through four things to focus on to help you time block and manage your time.    Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

In today’s episode, I’m talking all about why you should just start. If you can’t stop thinking about starting something new, it can be hard to get started. I want to motivate you to just start. It doesn’t matter what it is; whatever project, business, service, product, or anything you’re considering. I want you just to start and take that first step. Getting started is the hardest part, so I will be giving you a framework with 6 steps to get whatever you want to do off the ground.    Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

In today’s episode, I’m talking all about why you should just start. If you can’t stop thinking about starting something new, it can be hard to get started. I want to motivate you to just start. It doesn’t matter what it is; whatever project, business, service, product, or anything you’re considering. I want you just to start and take that first step. Getting started is the hardest part, so I will be giving you a framework with 6 steps to get whatever you want to do off the ground.    Episode 74. Growing Businesses and Raising Children In A Small Town with Josie Stokken   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

In today’s episode, I’m diving into 6 parts of a healthy business. I’ll share how I help my business coaching clients with these 6 things, as well as how I used each of them to grow my business. From mindset and leadership to marketing and more, you’ll learn how to take a look at your own business health and implement these 6 things.   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

In today’s episode, I’m talking all about the power of mindset and the crucial role mindset plays in achieving your goals. I’m sharing 5 mindset shifts that are essential for business owners to overcome stagnation and reach success.    Book mentioned: Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

On today’s episode, I have a special guest, Josie Stokken on the show. Josie is the owner of Restorative Physio and Balance Studio. We’re going to dive into her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges and joys of balancing business and motherhood, and the importance of delegation and automation in your business.    Restorative Physio: https://restorativephysiomt.com/ Balance Studio: https://balancestudiomt.com/   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   Be sure to click that “subscribe” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes!    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/.

Today’s episode is all about the value ladder. I’ll explain what the value ladder is and how it will help you land consistent clients AND retain current clients. I’m sharing the four value ladder steps, how to understand the steps, and how to implement them in your own business.    Sign up for my email list: https://snowymountainmarketing.activehosted.com/f/74   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   Be sure to click that “subscribe” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes!    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/.

2023 was such a great year for my family and me, especially compared to 2022. Of course there are always challenges too, so in today’s episode, I’m going to share some of the highlights of the past year as well as the challenges and lessons learned.   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   If you have not done it yet, please click that “subscribe” or “follow” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

Your website is a huge piece of the puzzle when it comes to your online presence and overall marketing strategy. Today we’re going to talk about 5 things your website MUST have to help you land more sales.  The 5 things are:  Talk about the problem you solve Have quality brand photos Explaining the transformation you provide A 3 step plan Call to action    If you’re interested in working together on creating a new website or improving your current website,book a call with me or send me a dm on Instagram@alyrobins1. I can’t wait to connect!  Please click that “subscribe” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes.  Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/

On today’s episode, I’m chatting with Lisha Ruda as we discuss the importance of understanding personal strengths for business growth. We explore the CliftonStrengths assessment, sharing our experiences and insights on how it has boosted our confidence and impacted our businesses. Overall, the opportunity to use your God-given talents and skills to grow your relationships and your business.    Follow Lisha on Instagram @lisharuda Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1 Be sure to click that “follow” or “subscribe” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes!  Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/.

On today’s episode, I’m sharing how gratitude changed everything in my life. It was hard for me and not natural, but it has impacted my life and my business for the better. I’m sharing four steps you can take to create more gratitude in your life so that you can step out of a place of fear and lack and into a place of abundance and peace.    Check out the 5 Minute Journal.   Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   Be sure to click that “follow” or “subscribe” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes!    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/.

For the rest of 2023 I'm doing a special podcast series called the 6 Figure Roadmap Podcast Series. If you're a service provider in the rural or agriculture industry, be sure to subscribe to this podcast because we’re giving you the exact roadmap to hit your first $100k in business! We’ll be covering four areas: leadership, your offer, marketing/sales, and business management.    On today’s episode, I’m going over my framework on getting people from a lead, into a discovery call, and ultimately into a client.    Follow me on Instagram @alyrobins1   Be sure to click that “follow” or “subscribe” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes!    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/.

For the rest of 2023 I'm doing a special podcast series called the 6 Figure Roadmap Podcast Series. If you're a service provider in the rural or agriculture industry, be sure to subscribe to this podcast because we’re giving you the exact roadmap to hit your first $100k in business! We’ll be covering four areas: leadership, your offer, marketing/sales, and business management.    On today’s episode, we’re covering when to know you’re ready to add more offers to your business. I’ll share lessons I learned the hard way, the problems that can arise if you add a new offer too soon, and what to consider when you’re making this decision.    Episode 28: How to Buy Back Time in Your Business with Danielle Fisher   Follow me on Instagram@alyrobins1   Be sure to click that “follow” or “subscribe” button to make sure you don’t miss any episodes!    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.alyrobins.com/agriculture-business-podcast/podcast-episodes/.