The Time Is Now

Listen on your podcast app:             Resources Of This Episode: Get access to Nina – The Niche Navigator:Download here.Want my support to validate your niche? Schedule a strategy session here. Summary Of This Episode: Click here to find the blog articleClick here to read the episode transcript  Chapters: [01:47] The Four Types of Entrepreneurs Who Avoid Choosing a Niche [03:00] The Hidden Cost of Not Having a Clear Niche [03:57] The One Marketing Truth You Must Understand [05:22] How I Chose My Niche and Built Real Momentum [08:23] Reframing the Fear of Niching Down [08:59] A Client Case Study: The Real Power of Niching Down [10:39] The Benefits of Targeting a Small, Clear Niche [12:01] What to Do If Your Niche Doesn’t Work [13:05] What a Niche Really Means in Business [13:24] The 3Ps Framework to Identify Your Niche [14:41] The Most Powerful Question to Clarify Your Niche [15:09] The Free AI Tool to Help You Define Your Niche [16:27] How to Take Action and Commit to Your Niche You already know you need a clearer niche. But maybe you’re hesitating. Overthinking. Afraid of closing doors. Or frustrated because you tried before — and it didn’t work. Here’s the truth: Not choosing is costing you more than you think. When your niche isn’t clear: Your messaging keeps shifting.Your confidence drops.Your marketing feels heavy.You try one strategy after another — but nothing gains real traction. It’s not dramatic failure. It’s subtle stagnation. And that quiet stagnation can last for years. Postponing the decision of choosing your niche, is postponing the results in your business. But also, it sucks all the energy out of you. Choosing a niche is not about shrinking your business. It’s about sharpening your impact. When you focus your energy long enough in one direction, momentum builds. Authority grows. Visibility compounds. If you’ve been postponing the decision, consider this your invitation. The time is now to stop scattering your energy — and start building real momentum. What you will learn: Why a crystal-clear niche is essential to attract paying clients consistentlyHow to use the 3Ps Framework to find your ideal niche and step into your zone of genius.What to do if the niche you chose does not work out Other resources: Episode 223: Is it okay to change my niche “half-way” down the line?Episode 313: From fraud to authority: Claiming your well-earned expertiseEpisode 311: 3 things to help you be taken seriously as a coach or consultantEpisode 97: How to find your niche & become the go-to-expert Find this episode on Youtube: [embed]https://youtu.be/WKmQliAWB7g?si=qa7tlP7LJWJL--WV[/embed] Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:            

Listen on your podcast app:                      Resources Of This Episode: Want support refining your messaging so it aligns with your business and attracts your ideal clients?  Schedule a free consultation call here. Find Katia Vlachos Online: WebsiteInstagramLinkedInPast interviews on The Time is Now:What do women need today to live up to their full potential?Are you making conscious choices in your expat life? Summary Of This Episode: Click here to read the episode transcript Chapters: [01:11] Why Visibility Feels So Risky for Entrepreneurs [02:04] Meet Katia Vlachos and Her Journey to Bold Visibility [05:48] The First Steps to Breaking Out of Your Cage [09:19] Balancing Privacy and Authentic Storytelling [11:42] Managing Public Reactions and Judgment [13:02] The Hidden Benefits of Embracing Visibility [14:31] Identifying and Challenging Your Visibility Fears [17:49] Responding to Criticism with Confidence [20:03] Building a Business Around Your Book’s Mission [22:34] From Vision to Implementation in Business [25:16] Knowing When to Invest in Strategy and Support [26:13] Finding Your Voice and Rhythm on Social Media [28:46] How Katia Helps Women Get Uncaged [31:08] Recognizing the Cage You Didn’t See  You don’t struggle with visibility because you lack value. You struggle because showing up feels risky — and that fear of visibility can quietly hold you back for years.  What if your hesitation isn’t about strategy… but about invisible cages you’ve been living in?  In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Katia to explore what it really takes to reclaim your voice, embrace bold visibility, and share your truth — even when it feels uncomfortable.  Katia opens up about writing her deeply personal memoir Uncaged, navigating public criticism, going viral (including the haters), and building a business rooted in alignment instead of approval.  If you’ve ever held back your message out of fear of judgment, this episode will give you the clarity and courage to step forward — not for ego, but for impact.  “Visibility isn’t about you. It’s about who you’re here to serve.”  Katia Vlachos is a reinvention coach, speaker, and bestselling author. Through her book Uncaged: A Good Girl’s Journey to Reinvention, she shares her own transformation journey and the courage it took to divorce and start her life from scratch. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Financial Times, Harvard Business Review, Forbes, BBC Radio, and many international outlets. She helps accomplished women break free from invisible rules of perfection and approval so they can reconnect with their voice, their worth, and their full potential.  What you will learn:  How to spot the invisible “cage” keeping you and your business small How to balance privacy with sharing your authentic story and truthHow to handle fear and criticism without shrinking your voice or visibility How working on her message together transformed her book into a thriving business  Find this episode on Youtube:  [embed]https://youtu.be/qikg9j1ZvX8?si=2eM_yBrHI-NtM8am[/embed] Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:      a...

Listen on your podcast app:                      Resources Of This Episode: Find this episode in video format onSpotifyandYoutube.  Get access to Nina – The Niche Navigator, my custom GPT designed to help you clarify your positioning when things feel messy:Download here.   Interested in working with me? Schedule a free assessment call here.  Find Episode 316 for the full context behind my decision to pause the podcast:Listen here.  Summary Of This Episode: Click here to find the blog article  Click here to read the episode transcript Chapters: [00:00] Navigating the Current Business Context [05:36] Personal Growth Through Health and Community [06:42] Behind the Scenes: The Personal Side [06:59] Investing in My Health and Well-Being [09:01] Being in Community and Smaller Conversations [10:03] Staying Informed Without the Noise [11:36] Learning, Reflection, and Inner Alignment [13:00] Behind the Scenes: The Business Side [13:35] Sharpening the Messaging [15:09] Visibility Strategies That Matter [16:13] Implementing AI Solutions [19:12] Adjusting Social Media and Content Strategy [20:12] Reevaluating the Backend Operations and Systems [21:35] The Four-Step Framework for Intentional Transition [22:30] Listening and Investing in the Right Support [23:23] Exploring With a Beginner’s Mindset [23:57] Assess, Replace, or Erase [24:46] Selecting and Committing to Fewer Strategies [26:03] How to Get the Support You Need  How to Create Space Without Losing Momentum in Your Business?  What do you do when you know you can’t keep going at the same pace—but slowing down feels dangerous?  Many mission-driven solopreneurs are living in this tension right now. Your business is working. Your impact is real. And yet, something inside you knows it’s time to recalibrate—without losing momentum or relevance.  In this episode, I’m sharing a different way forward.  “Creating space does not mean giving up on your business. It means leading it more intentionally.”  You’ll hear the behind-the-scenes of how I created space in my business—pausing the podcast, simplifying my strategies, and rethinking how I show up—without giving up on growth, visibility, or income.  I also reflect on a broader shift happening in the online business world, as established leaders like Amy Porterfield and Jenna Kutcher make bold decisions to step back, not because their businesses stopped working, but because sustainable leadership requires space to think, not just execute.  This episode is for you if you’re:span...

Listen on your podcast app:                      Resources Of This Episode: On Tyranny – Timothy SnyderA practical guide to understanding the warning signs of democratic erosion and how ordinary citizens can respond.  Twilight of Democracy – Anne ApplebaumA powerful exploration of how democracies decline from within, and why this moment in history matters.  Five CallsA simple tool that provides scripts and guidance to help you contact elected representatives and take concrete civic action.  Past interview with Melissa on Portable Careers – Episode 65Grow Your Career Through Global Transitions — A conversation with Melissa on navigating global moves, identity shifts, and career transitions.  Past interview with Melissa on Grief – Episode 66Dealing With Loss and Grief Far From Home — A deeply personal discussion with Melissa on grief, resilience, and rebuilding meaning after losing her son.  Melissa Dalton Bradford on InstagramDaily educational content on democratic decline, moral courage, and how to stay informed without panic or misinformation.  Melissa Dalton Bradford on SubstackLong-form reflections and educational writing offering deeper context, analysis, and guidance beyond social media.  Summary Of This Episode: Click here to read the episode transcript Chapters:  00:00 – Why this conversation matters Now 02:53 – The weight of global crises and the need for action 04:00 – How Melissa’s activism and humanitarian work started 08:50 – Melissa’s professional background 09:34 – Building trust and finding your voice 12:13 – How Melissa started on Instagram and reached over 240,000 followers 16:04 – Where to start when you want to take action 17:59 – How to lead important conversations 19:06 – How to organize your actions around your cause 23:52 – How to navigate overwhelm in the face of constant bad news 27:17 – How to manage loneliness when you care deeply and feel alone 33:15 – Balancing the need to heal with the urgency to take action 36:13 – Balancing the responsibility to speak up with financial risk 38:06 – The next step Melissa is taking in her activism 41:22 – Why it’s important for solopreneurs to speak up  How Solopreneurs Can Use Their Voice to Protect Humanity  At the time this episode is recorded, many of us are witnessing the world unravel—through genocides, wars,...

Listen on your podcast app:                      Written Summary Of This Episode: Click here to find the blog article(Find full transcript below) Resources Of This Episode: Stay updated on future episodes:Sign up to the newsletter here.Interested in working with me?Schedule a free consultation call here. Summary: In a loud online world, what does visibility with integrity really look like today for solopreneurs? When you know you need to be visible, but pushing content that feels misaligned just doesn’t sit right, choosing alignment over noise is no longer optional. “Holding the microphone is a responsibility that should not be taken lightly today” After a long pause, this episode marks the beginning of a new season of The Time Is Now and a conscious reset in how I show up as a business owner, content creator, and global citizen. In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of why I stepped back from content creation and what that pause revealed about how listening—to your body, your values, and your attention—can redefine the way you grow your business. What you will learn: Why I paused—and what I focused on instead.Three lessons that shape how solopreneurs show up with integrity.What to expect from this season for you and your business. Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction to a New Season 01:46 – Why I paused this podcast 07:13 – Three essential lessons during this pause 09:07 – The role of content in branding 11:39 – The impact of the content we consume 15:22 – Guiding questions to reflect on your business 16:04 – What to expect from this new season  Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:                       

Written Summary Of This Episode: Click here to find the blog article  (Find full transcript below)   Resources Of This Episode: Interested in my support to improve your sales skills? Schedule a strategy session here.    Becoming good at selling requires understanding the psychology of selling and the “sales cycle”, but also the process to help your clients know if your offer is the right solution for them.  Selling is about listening and asking the right questions.  In this episode I will share with you the 3-step process to be great at selling during a sales call or a sales meeting, without being pushy.    What you will learn: The 3 steps to lead to a sale without being pushy  The “coaching the sell” principal to be great at selling   The questions to ask to help your clients make the right decision for them  Other resources and inspiration: Listen to episode: How to strategically design your offers to sell your services with ease Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:                     

Listen on your podcast app:                      Resources Of This Episode: Interested in working with me? Schedule a free consultation call here.  Since the launch of Chat GPT, AI has become the buzz word everywhere.   But what should we really understand about AI today? How can we use it ethically to leverage our businesses? And how can we see it evolve in the future?  Helen Todd, one of the first thousand people to have created her own digital clone answers these questions for you.  https://youtu.be/rwv9kv9CT2A Helen Todd is the first resident in Cincinnati, OH, to digitally clone herself with a hyper-realistic avatar. She co-founded Sociality Squared, a social media agency established in 2010 in New York City, when social media was just emerging to help brands grow their businesses. She was at the forefront of a disruptive technology then, and now is leading the way yet again with Creativity Squared, a free weekly newsletter, podcast, and YouTube channel exploring how creatives are collaborating with artificial intelligence. Her new platform fosters critical discussions around A.I., like the future of ethical synthetic media exemplified by her digital avatar, Helen 2.ODD. It is important to remember that we are co-creating the new AI reality and that we have agency to shape it together to do good. Because it’s important to support artists, 10% of all revenue Creativity Squared generates supports ArtsWave’s Black and Brown Artist Program elevating underrepresented voices and bridging cultural divides through art.     Helen is an award-winning marketer, international speaker, and an advisor, mentor, and speaker for SXSW Interactive. She graduated from Xavier University and holds a Master’s degree in Integrated Marketing Communication from Emerson College.  What you will learn: How does AI really work and how to make sure that it is ethically used?  How to leverage AI in your marketing efforts to save time and implement effective strategies?  How to create a digital clone of yourself and serve your audience with it? Other resources and inspiration: Article: ‘Unmasking AI’ and the Fight for Algorithmic Justice Discover HeyGen: AI-powered video creation at scale AI Voice Cloning: Clone Your Voice Instantly Best 7 HeyGen competitors & alternatives Alternatives to HeyGen https://www.heygen.com/alternatives  Watch the video: Not Deepfaked! Meet My Digital Clone Helen 2.ODD — I Own My AI-Created Custom Synthetic Avatar’s IP Find Helen online

Listen on your podcast app:                      Written Summary Of This Episode: Click here to find the blog article  (Find full transcript below)   Resources Of This Episode: Interested in my support to position yourself as the go-to expert and grow your visibility? Schedule a strategy session here.   Positioning yourself as the go-to expert in your field is key to attracting more of your ideal high-value clients, requesting the rates and fees you deserve, elevating your credibility and influence, and making a bigger difference through your work.  However, like many consultants, coaches, and service providers, you might experience feeling like a fraud or an impostor when trying to market yourself as an expert in your field.  Have you ever heard that nagging voice in your head saying, "But there's so much I still don't know! Who am I to call myself an expert?"  Positioning yourself as the go-to expert does not mean that you know it all!  In this episode, I'm going to break down exactly what qualifies as true expertise, debunk some myths and limiting beliefs that will stop you from positioning yourself effectively in your industry, and give you a four-step process to own your authority in an authentic way and with unshakable confidence.  What you will learn: How to reframe the definition of “expert” and address the limiting believes that stop you from positioning yourself as the go-to expert in your field  How to identify the signs and the areas that will allow you to claim your authority in an authentic way  What strategies to implement to hone into your unique positioning and attract your ideal clients  Other resources and inspiration: Article about imposter phenomenon in high achieving women  Blog about dealing with Impostor Syndrome Past episodes: Dealing with imposter syndrome – With Melissa Parks How to be taken seriously as a coach and stand out from the crowd How to get...

Listen on your podcast app:                      Resources Of This Episode: Download Naomi’s guide to prepare your transition effectively: Click here.  Take the quiz to know what your workplace transition archetype is: Click here. If you are considering leaving your current position to start a business, doing it intentionally and mindfully is key to assuring that you put all the chances on your side for a successful transition.   Change is different from transition. With transition we have control over how we decide to show up.   In this episode, Naomi shares with you how to prepare effectively this transition, show up as a true leader towards the team you will leave behind, and ask for what you need to begin this new chapter of your career with confidence and alignment with your values.  Naomi Hattaway is the author of the book and host of the podcast Leaving Well. She is an expert guide to organizations and individuals who are ready to do better when it comes to navigating workplace transitions. Through her Leaving Well framework, she offers clarity, tools and practices that stick, and guidance that supports a diverse client portfolio.   What you will learn: Different types of transition when leaving a job to start a business  Intentional actions to show up as a true leader towards the team and the peers you leave   Tips to set the right expectations and effectively communicate your needs to your management Other resources and inspiration: Take the quiz to know what your workplace transition archetype is: Click here. Past interviews with Naomi Hattaway: Are you Triangle? A new way to define and feel home. How to build a powerful community and lead it to the next level Taking a stand as an entrepreneur and leading your community through change Find Naomi online Website LinkedIn Instagram Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:      

Listen on your podcast app:                      Written Summary Of This Episode: Click here to find the blog article  (Find full transcript below)   Resources Of This Episode: Do you want to position yourself as the go-to expert in your field and generate real revenue with your business? Schedule a 90-min strategy session If you are a coach or a consultant, it is time to address the big elephant in the room:   When you tell people what you do, do you often feel they are checking out of the conversation or, worse, secretly rolling their eyes? It is painful to admit but unfortunately all too common. There are many reasons for this reaction, but the good news is that you can change it! Coaching is a tool, not a business.   In this episode, I share with you how to stand out from the crowd, change people’s perception of your work, and consistently attract your ideal clients with your coaching or consulting business.  What you will learn: Why coaches and consultants are often not taken seriously and struggle to make real money with their business.  What you should do differently to stand out from the crowd and sell your services effectively.  Real-life examples from my clients who managed to position themselves as the go-to expert in their field and turn those rolling eyes into sparkling eyes, eager to know more.     Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:                     

Listen on your podcast app:                      You do not need to know everything about business to get started and position yourself as the go-to expert in your field.   You do not even need to have something to sell to get started!  The key is to be passionate about the change you want to see. Then, put one foot in front of the other to create that change. This is exactly what Furkan did.  In this episode, she shares how she went from feeling frustrated by not seeing enough women like her in the Tech industry to launching her business and becoming the go-to expert in her field in less than two years.  You become a reference in your industry when you support and surround yourself with experts who share the same mission. Furkan Karayel is multi award winning diversity and inclusion speaker and author of the best selling book “Inclusive Intelligence: How to be a Role Model for Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace”. Furkan lectures at the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Master’s program at Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology. She is a board member for Women For Election, which supports women to succeed in Irish Politics. Her passion is leveraging women-in-tech leadership, diversity and empowering female founders globally.  Furkan founded Diversein.com after 10 years of software engineering experience in multinational tech companies in Ireland. She has been honored with “Speaker of the Year”, “Diversity and Inclusion Role Model in Business”, “Trailblazer” and “Inclusive Leadership Development” Awards. Additionally, Furkan is an active speaker at international events where she shares her learnings about experiences of the tech world as a woman, her recommendations for inclusive leadership and the power of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.  What you will learn: The journey from seeing a problem to turning it into a business  The learning curve when not knowing where to start   The strategies to position yourself as the go-to expert and gain visibility Find Furkan online: Website Instagram Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:                     

Listen on your podcast app:                      Written Summary Of This Episode: Click here to find the blog article  (Find full transcript below)  We all know how mindset is key for business success.   Your behavior in business and life is indeed directly influenced by a whole range of beliefs, thoughts, and values that you have, which are formed from childhood but also throughout your life.   In this episode, we will focus on the invisible messages that you are consuming in your daily life that are impacting your mindset and how you show up in your business, without you even knowing.   Be in control of how you show up in your business by CHOOSING the subliminal messages you consume Discover the four areas of your life where you are consuming messages that are influencing you daily, and how you can consciously choose to consume the messages that will allow you to show up to your full potential in your business.  What you will learn: The meaning of subliminal messages   The influence of the messages we consume on our mindset    The four areas of life where you need to consciously choose the messages you consume Other resources and inspiration: Read the book: Atomic habits by James Clear  Discover the book: Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod  Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:                     

Listen on your podcast app:                      Resources of this episode: Listen to episode: Finding the time for your marketing activities Find below all details about Emily and her journey to growth  How can you create consistency in your business and commit to all the daunting tasks when so much is happening in your life?   Emily Rogers shares the shifts she has made to grow her business, without sacrificing her well-being and her family time.  She has become a pro at managing her time effectively and being intentional about her quality time with her loved ones. She only works the necessary hours and spends most of her time with her girls.  When things are aligned with who I am and my strengths, everything grows with more ease.  Since she has pivoted her business, defined a clear strategy and committed to implementing it consistently, she has seen her business and revenue grow year after year.   Emily Rogers is an award-winning transition and leadership coach and the founder of the Leap to Lead. She helps women who want to take the next step in their career, or their lives gain clarity and put in place an action plan to make it happen. She also works with organizations who want to turn their employees into true leaders that will move the organization forward.  What you will learn: The real reason why creating consistency in the business is so hard  The key foundations to be effective in business without sacrificing other life priorities  The necessary shift to reduce overwhelm through a new learning curve Other resources and inspiration: Episode: What it takes to invest in your business growth and get results – with Emily Rogers Episode: How starting my business made me a better mom – With Emily Rogers Episode: What do women need today to live up to their full potential? Episode: Inspiring stories of found purpose and revenue with impactful business ideas Find Emily online: Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:             

Listen on your podcast app:                      Written summary of this episode: Click here to find the blog article  (Find full transcript below)  Resources of this episode: Interested in working with me? Schedule a free consultation call here. Choosing the right marketing strategy to attract clients can be a daunting task, especially for solopreneurs and small business owners with limited resources.  Once these strategies are defined, implementing them consistently becomes another struggle.  However, being strategic is key to getting results and building a profitable business. You need to proactively decide which resources you are ready to invest in to attract clients consistently.  To grow your revenue, you must invest in the right strategies, either with TIME or MONEY. There are no other ways to get results. What you will learn: The key decision needed to achieve results with your marketing. The only two resources available to consistently implement your strategy. A method to measure the effectiveness of your marketing strategies. Other resources and inspiration: Listen to the episode: Finding the time for your marketing activities Listen to the episode: Making yourself and your business a priority without overwhelm – Emily Rogers Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:                       

Listen on your podcast app:                      Fear, overwhelm, procrastination and the inability to make decisions are often the symptoms signaling that something is stopping you from creating the results you want in your business.   Sometimes, it is simply the results themselves, or lack of results, that will indicate it is time to THINK and behave differently to bring your vision to reality, and make the big impact you want to see.   As soon as you start recognizing how your subconscious mind influences the way you show up in your life and your business, you will open the door to many opportunities for change and transformation.  There were two major moments in my entrepreneurial journey where I felt stuck. It is only when I realized how my subconscious mind what was holding me back that I could start addressing the real issue and making the transformation I needed.   Take back the control of your subconscious mind to drive the results and the change you want. One of the tools that I used was hypnotherapy, with the support of the certified hypnotherapist Penny Chiasson.  I invited her to debunk some of the myths around hypnotherapy, and share her expertise on how you can gain control of your subconscious mind to create the results you want.  Penny Chiasson is an award-winning Board Certified Hypnotist, #1 International Best Selling author and hosts the Penny, On Your Thoughts podcast. She is a Certified Professional Hypnosis Instructor, contributes to two industry journals and sits on the advisory board of the International Association of Hypnosis Professionals.  For 25 years, Penny worked as a nurse and nurse anesthetist. During that time, Penny learned of the power of the mind to heal the body through hypnosis. In 2019, Penny walked away from healthcare to focus her attention on creating a unique and individualized approach to help others achieve personal success by healing their relationship with themselves. Penny has worked with leading coaches, influencers, CEOs and business leaders in 23 countries on 6 continents.  What you will learn: How the subconscious mind influences the way you show up in business  How to gain awareness of your thoughts and debunk your limiting beliefs  What hypnosis is and how it can help free yourself from what is holding you back Resources of this episode: Find the book: The Biology of Belief Another great read: The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level The book: Breaking The Habit of Being Yourself Find Penny online: Website Instagram Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:             a...

Listen on your podcast app:                        Finding the time, motivation, and energy to be consistent with your marketing activities on top of your clients’ projects can be a real challenge. Tune into this episode to uncover the shifts you can make to increase your visibility without overwhelm and attract new clients more regularly.  Written summary of this episode: Click here to find the article  (Find full transcript below) Resources of this episode: Interested in working with me? Schedule a free consultation call here. Listen to this episode: When should I make the jump from wearing all the hats to creating a team? Listen to this episode: How to hire the right virtual assistant and grow your team As a solo entrepreneur, self-employed service provider, or small business owner, it can be a real challenge to find the time, motivation, and energy to prioritize your marketing activities, as well as other tasks like bookkeeping.  As long as you have clients coming to you through word of mouth, things might seem fine. However, as soon as the influx of clients slows down, you might suddenly feel the urge to focus on your marketing.  The key to consistent growth is shifting your focus from being just a service provider to being a business owner  The problem is that you can only see results from your marketing efforts when you are consistent with them over a certain period of time.  In the long run, not implementing a marketing strategy will hinder your business growth and keep you stuck in the hamster wheel.  So, how do you break out of this vicious circle and make your marketing activities a priority in your business without feeling overwhelmed and jeopardizing your clients' projects?  What you will learn: The mindset shift to prioritize marketing activities  The three-step flow to stay consistent with your marketing without feeling overwhelmed Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:                     

Listen on your podcast app:                      Discover Barbara’s inspiring story of transitioning from a university professor to building a location-independent business and becoming the go-to expert worldwide in the field of virtual work. She will also share her expert advice on how to create a more powerful interactions online.   Dr. Barbara Covarrubias Venegas is the founder of Virtual Space Hero, where she assists companies embrace new ways of working, lead virtual and hybrid teams, and foster positive cultures.  The future of work is choice Since 2015, Barbara has delved into analyzing organizations and teams to identify the core pillars of successful companies and hybrid teams. She has also been leading and working in global virtual teams since 2010 and wrote several books related to leadership topics.  Her extensive experience has earned her recognition as a top 50 HR influencer in Austria. Barbara frequently speaks on international stages and conducts workshops worldwide, helping teams adapt to new work methods and collaborate effectively in virtual and hybrid environments.  What you will learn: The pivotal factors that empowered her to start and grow her business   The marketing strategies that helped position herself effectively as the go-to expert  Her tips for cultivating impactful online engagements and overcoming Zoom fatigue Find Barbara online: Website Website Virtualspacehero Facebook Instagram  Linkedin Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:                     

Listen on your podcast app:                        Discover the three important pillars that will allow you to grow your business with intention, achieve your big goals and bring your vision to reality.  Resources of this episode: Join the community and share your feedback.  Listen to episode: Do you even know what you really want? Listen to episode: 3 simple questions to reflect on your business before you plan your goals Find the blog version of this episode: Click here to find the article  If growing your business is your top priority this year, then this episode is for you!  Setting clear goals and actually achieving them can often feel overwhelming, leading many to give up after several failed attempts.  That is why bringing your vision to reality requires a delicate balance of intentionality, staying focused, and remaining adaptable to unforeseen circumstances.  You can’t achieve what you can’t see  In this episode, we will define the three important pillars that will help you achieve what you want and ensure you stay on course with your big vision.  We will also emphasize the importance of being mindful of your energy levels, finding real joy in your work, and staying open to adjusting plans in response to unexpected challenges along the way.  What you will learn: How to manage your year and your business with intention  What is even more important than setting your goals  What the 3 key pillars that will help you stay on track are  Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:                     

Listen on your podcast app:                      Resources of this episode: Explore creative writing with this free writing prompt here. Find her book (in German): Click here. If you have ever felt trapped in a life and a job that do not bring you joy anymore, if you have been contemplating quitting your job and starting a business that is aligned with your passion and your skills, this episode will hopefully bring you the inspiration you need to gain hope and take action!  Discover the inspiring journey of my client Stefanie Brodman. A passionate, career-driven woman, who after over a decade working as an economist, found herself on the brink of burnout. She realized that she had lost touch with her feminine essence in a male-dominated world. In her attempts to heal, she discovered the power of creative writing and undertook a one-year training on creative writing alongside her job.  I could not pretend anymore, I had to do something to live my life and career with more purpose.   As her passion for creative writing grew, she decided to share it with others. Taking a sabbatical, she used it as an opportunity to start her business, The Writing Flow.  That's when she reached out to me to support her in building solid foundations for her business.  Dr. Stefanie Brodman is a senior economist, a writing coach, and author of the book in German: “Frauen die schreiben, blühen auf” (Women who write, bloom). Through her unique approach, she guides women from overwhelm and exhaustion to reclaiming their inner strength through creative writing. Stefanie is the founder of the Writing Flow Circles, where women come together to write, and in her magical creative writing workshops, she takes women on a personal heroine's journey to self-discovery. From her home in Upper Austria, Stefanie writes with heartfelt intention, aiming to inspire curiosity and ignite the creative spark within others.  What you will learn: What she learned from this journey and what message she has to share with those who find themselves considering reinventing their journey to find more fulfillment How she started her business and benefited from working together What the scientific benefits of creative writing for well-being and mental health are Find Stefanie online: Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app:                     

Listen on your podcast app:                      Resources of this episode: Complete this three-minute quiz to identify where you are now in your business, and receive free guidance to reach your goals: Take the quiz here. Fill out the survey to join the ‘The Time Is Now’ Community: Click here.  Welcome to the inaugural episode of 'The Time Is Now.' After 300 episodes under a different banner, we embark on an exciting new journey in this episode.  It is in times of crisis that we know what we are truly made of  Join me as I unveil the vision behind 'The Time Is Now' and discuss how I aim to support you in cultivating a business with increased growth, alignment, and impact.  What you will learn: How The Time Is Now will help you grow in your journey  What the three pillars behind The Time Is Now are  What is next for the “The Time Is Now” community  Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a review Please leave a review or a comment to help me reach more people who need to hear this. Choose your favorite podcast app: