The Blissful Biz Podcast

<p>Welcome to the Blissful Biz podcast, where SOUL meets STRATEGY. I’m your host, Susanne Rieker — business mentor and course creator — and I help heart-led women package their brilliance into digital offers, grow with purpose, and build true wealth through an online business they love. Every week, I share practical guidance, honest stories, and proven strategies to help you build a business that supports your freedom — without burning out or selling out. You’ll also hear from inspiring guests who’ve built thriving digital offers while staying true to their values. Whether you're a yoga teacher, wellness entrepreneur, or creative spirit ready to grow online, you're in the right place. Learn more at <a href="http://www.susannerieker.com">www.susannerieker.com</a> or connect with me on Instagram <a href="https://instagram.com/susannerieker">@susannerieker</a>.</p>

2025 Review – What This Year Taught Me

It’s December, and for me at the end of the year I really like to look back at what’s been working, what went wrong, and what I actually learned along the way. I’ve been reflecting on my own business over the past year, and I’m really looking forward to sharing this with you. In this episode, I’m walking you through my key learnings from 2025 and how they might also apply to your yoga business. If you’re a yoga teacher building or growing an online business and you’ve been feeling overwhelmed...

12-16
16:29

Yoga Teachers: Your Business Strategy for 2026

Are you planning your online yoga business for 2026 and wondering where your focus should be so your efforts actually move your business forward? If you’ve felt pulled in different directions this year or unsure what truly matters, this video will help you create a clearer, more grounded strategy for the year ahead. In this video, I walk you through the three pillars that give your business structure, direction, and stability. These are the foundations I use in my own business and the same on...

12-09
13:04

3 Online Business Models Every Yoga Teacher Should Consider in 2026

In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of the three online business models I believe will matter most for yoga teachers in 2026. The industry has shifted, students are engaging differently, and many teachers are wanting something more stable and spacious than teaching endless weekly classes. If you’ve been thinking about how to bring your work online in a way that feels grounded and sustainable, this episode will give you a clear understanding of your options — and which model fits...

11-25
18:53

I Asked ChatGPT How Yoga Teachers Can Grow Their Online Business

I recently asked ChatGPT what the best strategy is for yoga teachers to grow their online business — and honestly, its answer surprised me. In this video, I’m breaking down what ChatGPT said, what I agree with, and what I think really matters right now if you want to grow your yoga business sustainably. We’ll talk about offers, pricing, content, trust, and how to make business decisions that actually feel right. If you’ve been wondering what’s still working in 2025 and 2026, or how to build...

10-14
14:47

How to Start a Profitable Yoga Online Business From Scratch

I was talking to ChatGPT recently about what it would look like to start an online business from zero today - no audience, no email list, no content, nothing - and it reminded me how differently I’d approach things now compared to what most people are still teaching. A few years ago, the common advice was always the same: post on Instagram, create a freebie, grow your list, and slowly build an audience before you even think about selling anything. It took time, but back then, it still sort of...

10-07
15:35

Why Most Yoga Teachers Struggle to Make a Consistent Income (and What to Do Instead)

When I first started teaching yoga, I realized pretty quickly that the traditional studio model just doesn’t add up. You teach more, you hustle harder, but your bank account stays the same — or even goes backwards. Maybe you’ve felt that too? Here’s the truth: it’s not because you’re failing. It’s because the model itself is flawed. Healing and nurturing professions have always been undervalued, and yoga carries the extra weight of the belief that it should be free. Add on low studio pay, inc...

09-30
10:32

Back after a short break 💛

I wanted to pop in with a short but important update. After publishing this podcast week after week, I’ve decided to take a little break. More Resources Don’t miss my free training: 🆕 How I Built a Sales Engine That Sells My Online Courses Every Day In this behind-the-scenes masterclass, you’ll see exactly how to build a steady, freedom-based income with a sales system that works every day. ➡️ Get Low-Ticket Mojo, my step-by-step blueprint to create and launch your low-ticket offer. ➡️ Join t...

09-02
01:45

Turning Instagram Into Your Best Launch Tool with Brittany Roberts

When you think of launching, you might picture endless webinars, a huge team, and weeks of exhausting promotion. But it doesn’t have to look like that. In this episode, I’m joined by Brittany Roberts, a launch strategist from Australia who helps coaches and course creators create launches that feel simple, creative, and aligned. Brittany shares how she uses Instagram as the central hub for her launches — including an innovative experiment running a full training series through Instagram Close...

08-26
48:58

Why Premium Offers Create Bigger Results for You and Your Clients

So many purpose-driven entrepreneurs fall into the trap of creating one low-priced offer after another, hoping that if enough people buy, it will finally add up to a sustainable business. On paper, it makes sense. In reality, it usually leads to burnout for you and little real transformation for your clients. In this episode, I share why premium offers are the foundation of a sustainable, freedom-based business, and why they also create deeper results for the people you serve. Here’s what you...

08-19
16:21

The 4-Hour Content Week: How I Create My Weekly Content (Without a Team)

What if you could create, publish, and promote all your weekly content in just four hours — without a team, without late nights, and without burning out? In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my 4-hour content week and showing you exactly how I plan, create, and publish everything while still running my business (and having a life). You’ll hear: ✨ The tools and systems I use to stay organized and consistent ✨ How I split my week into a “creation day” and a “publishing day” ✨ Th...

08-12
25:02

This is For You If You’re Tired of Posting on Social Media and Getting Nowhere

If you’ve been showing up on Instagram week after week, sharing valuable tips, heartfelt stories, or Reels you spent way too long editing — and it still feels like you’re getting nowhere… this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, I’m sharing why your social media efforts might not be converting into actual clients, what I really think about Instagram right now, and the deeper shift that’s helped me grow my business in a way that feels more grounded and sustainable — without burning ou...

08-05
18:21

Are You Hiding in Plain Sight? Why Playing It Safe Online Is Hurting Your Sales

Are you doing everything right — posting consistently, sharing tips, being helpful — but still not seeing the growth, engagement, or sales you hoped for? In this episode, we’re exploring something I’ve noticed not only in my students… but in my own business journey too: ✨ The quiet way we sometimes hold ourselves back online — even when it looks like we’re “showing up.” I talk about: 💛 Why surface-level content can keep your audience from taking the next step 💛 How fear of judgment shows up a...

07-29
21:33

From Burnt-Out Fitness Coach to Wellness App Founder with Carys Andersson

This week I’m joined by the inspiring Carys — former dancer turned fitness entrepreneur turned EFT tapping guide and app creator. If you’ve ever built a business that looked successful on the outside but secretly left you burned out, this one will hit home. We talk about: How Carys went from top 10 podcast host and fitness leader to total burnout after baby #2Why she walked away from a booming business and started freshThe pressure of “always doing more” and the cost of hustle cultureWhat EFT...

07-22
43:43

Why Fluffy Offers Are Killing Your Sales (And What to Do Instead)

Let’s be honest—many digital offers look beautiful on the outside but don’t deliver much substance. They are fluffy. And nobody talks about this. The truth is, this is where many yoga teachers and wellness pros get stuck. Turning your expertise into a digital offer that feels clear, focused, and genuinely valuable isn’t always easy. And when your program is fluffy—either because it tries to cover everything or because it doesn’t go deep enough—it won’t create the transformation your students ...

07-15
26:14

You’re Teaching All the Time — But Are You Actually Selling?

If you’re pouring your heart into free classes, tutorials, and valuable content—but still feeling like your business isn’t growing the way you hoped—this episode is for you. I’m having an honest conversation about a pattern I see all the time: we teach, teach, teach… but we don’t always sell. And without clear invitations, even the most amazing free content won’t lead to consistent income or the impact you want to make. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: ✨ The key difference between teaching ...

07-08
20:53

Standing Out in the Yoga World: The Story of Yoga Cowgirl

In this episode, I’m chatting with Dr. Jodi Blinco, the creator of Yoga Cowgirl—a brand that fuses the spirit of the cowgirl with the heart of yoga. Jodi shares the story behind Yoga Cowgirl, including: ✨ What inspired her to create such a unique brand ✨ How she found the courage to stand out in the yoga world ✨ Why niching down doesn’t have to feel limiting ✨ How she balances her passion for teaching with running a business ✨ The rituals and mindset shifts that keep her grounded and inspired...

07-01
37:59

Will My Audience Really Pay for a Premium Yoga or Pilates Program?

Have you ever caught yourself thinking… “Sure, other people can charge $997 for their programs — but my audience would never pay that much”? You’re not alone — and in this episode, we’re flipping that belief on its head. I’m sharing real talk about what it actually takes to sell a premium yoga, Pilates, or wellness program — even if you have a small audience and you're not a business coach. I’ll walk you through a simple offer suite that builds trust and leads people to your premium offer wit...

06-24
16:25

What I’d Do Differently If I Were Starting My Online Biz Today (As a Yoga Teacher)

If you’re just starting your online business as a yoga teacher — or if you’ve been at it for a while but feel like something’s not quite clicking — this episode is for you. I’m taking you behind the scenes and sharing what I wish I had known when I started. From obsessing over the perfect niche to undercharging for my offers, there are a few things I’d definitely do differently (and a few I’d absolutely keep the same). In this episode, I walk you through the 5 big shifts I’d make if I were st...

06-17
21:08

From Freebies to Funnels: The Smartest Way to Grow as a Yoga Teacher Online

If you’ve ever poured your heart into a freebie — a beautiful meditation, a 5-day challenge, or a downloadable guide — only to wonder “now what?”... this episode is for you. I’m pulling back the curtain on how I transitioned from constantly giving away content for free to building a funnel that actually grows my business — with ease, alignment, and consistent income. You’ll learn: Why freebies alone aren’t enough to grow your businessThe one thing every freebie must connect to (hint: it’s not...

06-10
13:11

What a Slow, Aligned & AI Powered Coaching Business Looks Like in 2025 w/ Jennifer Madrid

In this soulful and wide-ranging conversation, I’m joined by Jennifer Madrid — business strategist, storytelling expert, and founder of She Vibes High — to talk about what it really means to build a business that honors your voice, your values, and your energy. Jennifer shares her journey from fast-paced launches and group coaching programs to a more intentional, sustainable business model rooted in deep one-on-one work, brand clarity, and personal alignment. We dive into the lessons she lear...

06-03
55:16

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