In this episode, Sara and Jordyn, answer your burning questions with our usual candid flair. We share our most used emojis, favorite role models like Oprah and Martha Stewart, and top book picks—"Little Women" and "Talking to Strangers." We discuss following inspiring business leaders, our proudest achievements, and tips on building wealth through diverse income streams and smart strategies. We also talk about our mentorship boundaries and Scully from “The X-Files.” Tune in for a fun, insightful session that gives you a peek into our lives and philosophies! And don’t forget to DM us future questions on Instagram to be featured in an upcoming episode! Follow the Refund Hosts: Sara Schultz | @heysaraschultz | https://heysaraschultz.com/ | https://www.freeafternoon.co/ Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio | https://www.jdpconsult.co/ Director and Editor: Kaylee Lamoine | @kayleelamoine | Kaylee LaMoine Film Co. Producer: Lauren Garin | @_laurengarin | https://laurengarin.com/ Links & Fact Checking: JDP Consult Resource Library: https://www.jdpconsult.co/resource-library Captivate Your Dreamy Clients: https://heysaraschultz.com/captivate Sara’s favorite read: “Little Women” https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1934.Little_Women Jordyn’s favorite read: “Talking to Strangers” by Malcom Gladwell https://www.amazon.com/Talking-Strangers-Should-about-People/dp/0316299227/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Bethenny Frankel BStrong: https://bethenny.com/bstrong Barbara Corcoran on “How I Built This” podcast: https://www.npr.org/2017/06/30/525083696/real-estate-mogul-barbara-corcoran Vivian Tu “Rich AF” book: https://www.amazon.com/Rich-AF-Winning-Mindset-Change/dp/0593714911 The wealthiest people have 7 streams of income.: https://thecollegeinvestor.com/16404/the-most-common-multiple-income-streams/#:~:text=However%2C%20if%20you%20start%20maximizing,has%207%20different%20income%20streams.
In this episode of The Refund, Sara and Jordyn tackle the intricacies of motivation. We debunk the myth of its constant presence, diving into how it needs to be nurtured and adapted. Sara's post-lunch energy dip sparks a conversation about chronotypes, while Jordyn underscores that motivation isn't always a prerequisite for success. We share anecdotes about fitness enthusiasm and finding the right workout regimen. As entrepreneurs, we discuss evolving motivations in business and strategies for overcoming creative blocks. And remember, it’s not a one size fits all approach, there is great value in the trial and error in discovering what drives your motivation. Follow the Refund Hosts: Sara Schultz | @heysaraschultz | https://heysaraschultz.com/ | https://www.freeafternoon.co/ Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio | https://www.jdpconsult.co/ Director and Editor: Kaylee Lamoine | @kayleelamoine | Kaylee LaMoine Film Co. Producer: Lauren Garin | @_laurengarin | https://laurengarin.com/ Links & Fact Checking: JDP Consult Resource Library: https://www.jdpconsult.co/resource-library Captivate Your Dreamy Clients: https://heysaraschultz.com/captivate Discovering your chronotype: https://sleepdoctor.com/how-sleep-works/chronotypes/ Setting a timer to help productivity: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/benefits-using-timers-while-working-your-desk-john-robertson/ Gretchen Rubin “The happiness project”: https://gretchenrubin.com/books/the-happiness-project/ Time Matrix: https://www.instagantt.com/project-management/time-management-matrix
In this episode, Part 2 of “Money is the Only Metric” from Season one, Jordyn and Sara are digging into the nitty-gritty of financial metrics. We talk about why it's super important to get a handle on things like revenue, profit, and cash flow when you're running a business. But you know what's even cooler? It's not just about the numbers themselves – it's about the story they're telling about your business's health and longevity. We cover everything from keeping tabs on expenses to navigating cash flow, stressing how crucial it is to nail these metrics for smart decision-making and keeping your business going strong. Follow the Refund Hosts: Sara Schultz | @heysaraschultz | https://heysaraschultz.com/ | https://www.freeafternoon.co/ Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio | https://www.jdpconsult.co/ Director and Editor: Kaylee Lamoine | @kayleelamoine | Kaylee LaMoine Film Co. Producer: Lauren Garin | @_laurengarin | https://laurengarin.com/ Links & Fact Checking: JDP Consult Resource Library: https://www.jdpconsult.co/resource-library Captivate Your Dreamy Clients: https://heysaraschultz.com/captivate Definition of Escrow: A deed, a bond, money, or a piece of property held in trust by a third party to be turned over to the grantee only upon fulfillment of a condition. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/escrow
Welcome to this week’s episode "Climbing Cringe Mountain," where we're flipping the script on what it means to feel awkward online. You know what? We're throwing out the rulebook. Who cares if some folks think you're cringy? They're not your audience anyway! It's all about doing you and creating content that clicks with your peeps. Jordyn and Sara share their favorite cringey business moments and how it's about being true to yourself and serving up content that feels authentic. So, let's ditch the cringe stigma and focus on what really matters: being real and connecting with our community. Follow the Refund Hosts: Sara Schultz | @heysaraschultz | https://heysaraschultz.com/ | https://www.freeafternoon.co/ Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio | https://www.jdpconsult.co/ Director and Editor: Kaylee Lamoine | @kayleelamoine | Kaylee LaMoine Film Co. Producer: Lauren Garin | @_laurengarin | https://laurengarin.com/ Links & Fact Checking: JDP Consult Resource Library: https://www.jdpconsult.co/resource-library Captivate Your Dreamy Clients: https://heysaraschultz.com/captivate Mel Robbins “Your social media is not for your friends”: https://www.tiktok.com/@melrobbins/video/7224462896225357061 Mel Robbins “Drop your sword”: https://youtu.be/xu68TvOlLSM?si=egW_x5F2Om2xkC7R Stanley Tumblers Revenue went from $75 million to $750 million: https://www.forbes.com/sites/marcuscollins/2024/01/05/stanley-cup-craze-floods-tiktok-feeds-raises-750-million-in-revenue/?sh=30e2673820a9 Your email list is worth approximately $1 per person: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/dirty-little-secret-make-money-sending-emails-how-every-shubh-verma-qivff/ Instagram reach rate, average of 12% for posts and 2% for stories: https://blog.hootsuite.com/instagram-metrics/#:~:text=Reach%20rate%20is%20another%20Instagram,your%20reach%20rate%20is%2025%25.
This week we are delving into the misconception that emotions have no place in business. We challenge the notion that being emotional equals weakness, emphasizing the strength in vulnerability and connection. Sharing our personal experiences, we unpack how societal norms often discourage emotional expression in professional settings, perpetuating the idea that emotions hinder success. Sara and Jordyn advocate for acknowledging and embracing emotions, especially in challenging situations like business negotiations. By reframing emotional responses as natural and valid, we are hoping to encourage a more authentic and empathetic approach to business interactions. It's a reminder that showing emotion doesn't make us weak—it makes us human. Follow the Refund Hosts: Sara Schultz | @heysaraschultz | https://heysaraschultz.com/ | https://www.freeafternoon.co/ Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio | https://www.jdpconsult.co/ Director and Editor: Kaylee Lamoine | @kayleelamoine | Kaylee LaMoine Film Co. Producer: Lauren Garin | @_laurengarin | https://laurengarin.com/ Links & Fact Checking: JDP Consult Resource Library: https://www.jdpconsult.co/resource-library Captivate Your Dreamy Clients: https://heysaraschultz.com/captivate Martin Short, life report cards: https://podscripts.co/podcasts/smartless/martin-short
Hey, hey! Today, we're getting real as we talk about Jordyn's decision to close her jewelry brand, MEND. Jordyn shares more about the retail rollercoaster – from juggling inventory to Closing up shop unleashed a whirlwind of feels, from offloading inventory to tying up those financial loose ends and an honest conversation with her angel investors. Jordyn likens it to ending a relationship, preaching the art of leaving when the party is good. Follow the Refund Hosts: Sara Schultz | @heysaraschultz | https://heysaraschultz.com/ | https://www.freeafternoon.co/ Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio | https://www.jdpconsult.co/ Director and Editor: Kaylee Lamoine | @kayleelamoine | Kaylee LaMoine Film Co. Producer: Lauren Garin | @_laurengarin | https://laurengarin.com/ Links & Fact Checking: JDP Consult Resource Library: https://www.jdpconsult.co/resource-library Captivate Your Dreamy Clients: https://heysaraschultz.com/captivate Daniel Kahneman TedTalk clip: https://www.npr.org/transcripts/789751983 Daniel Kahneman passing: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/27/business/daniel-kahneman-dead.html Jordyn's letter about closing MEND in 2023 https://www.jdpconsult.co/blog-all/the-end-of-mend-jewelry
We are diving deep into the world of branding and business evolution, sharing how to keep your brand fresh without completely overhauling it. We're all about aligning your brand vibes with your business goals and staying tuned in to what the market's saying. Jordyn shares her own journey of fine-tuning services, proving that sometimes small changes make a big impact. Sara talks about the creative side of rebranding for Jordyn’s business, as well as how she started a second company to help better align with her dreamy clients. Follow the Refund Hosts: Sara Schultz | @heysaraschultz | https://heysaraschultz.com/ | https://www.freeafternoon.co/ Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio | https://www.jdpconsult.co/ Director and Editor: Kaylee Lamoine | @kayleelamoine | Kaylee LaMoine Film Co. Producer: Lauren Garin | @_laurengarin | https://laurengarin.com/ Links & Fact Checking: JDP Consult Resource Library: https://www.jdpconsult.co/resource-library Captivate Your Dreamy Clients: https://heysaraschultz.com/captivate
We are delving into the importance of fact-checking in our businesses. We decided to fact-check some past podcast claims live, with our Producer Lauren. From stats on women-owned businesses to business failure rates and social media trends, we realized how crucial accuracy and nuance are. Living in a world where anyone can say anything and claim it’s true, especially if they have a microphone or say it with confidence, makes it vital to be as honest, transparent, and helpful as possible. It's easier to consume information than to assume, so we should all be skeptical about what we take in. When it comes to decisions like buying a G-Wagon for the write-off, we question if it's really right for our businesses. Follow the Refund Hosts: Sara Schultz | @heysaraschultz | https://heysaraschultz.com/ | https://www.freeafternoon.co/ Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio | https://www.jdpconsult.co/ Director and Editor: Kaylee Lamoine | @kayleelamoine | Kaylee LaMoine Film Co. Producer: Lauren Garin | @_laurengarin | https://laurengarin.com/ Links & Fact Checking: JDP Consult Resource Library: https://www.jdpconsult.co/resource-library Captivate Your Dreamy Clients: https://heysaraschultz.com/captivate Amount of VC $ that goes to women-owned businesses. What is the exact $ amount? $4.5 billion out of the approximate $238.3 billion of VC funding goes to women-owned businesses Sources: TechCrunch PitchBook % of businesses that make it to 10yrs? 34% of businesses make it to 10 yrs Sources: Percentage of Businesses Investopedia How much should a mother make as a salary? $184,820 Sources: Salary.com % of women owned businesses that hit 1 million $? 1.9% of women-owned businesses reached $1 million in revenue in 2022. 1.8% of women-owned businesses reached $1 million in revenue in 2018. Sources: LaConte Consulting Women Leadership Previous years consumers needed less touch points - what is that #? (Currently it is 7) 2.95 touchpoints in 2015 Source: LinkedIn Visit our website to catch up on all things The Refund, including merch! https://www.therefundshow.com/
We are back and catching up on all things personal and business. Jordyn spent her 30th birthday in Sicily and Sara has welcomed baby Crosby to her family! We reflect on our 2023 goals and how they may have been met, but at what cost? We are all about finding balance now, setting boundaries, and putting our mental health first. Oh, and we’re dreaming big for 2024 - more fun projects, maybe a book and definitely some diversifying. Follow the Refund Hosts: Sara Schultz | @heysaraschultz | https://heysaraschultz.com/ | https://www.freeafternoon.co/ Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio | https://www.jdpconsult.co/ Director and Editor: Kaylee Lamoine | @kayleelamoine | Kaylee LaMoine Film Co. Producer: Lauren Garin | @_laurengarin | https://laurengarin.com/ Links & Fact Checking: JDP Consult Resource Library: https://www.jdpconsult.co/resource-library Captivate Your Dreamy Clients: https://heysaraschultz.com/captivate Open Phone: https://www.openphone.com/ “Good to Great”: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Great-Some-Companies-Others/dp/0066620996 “Zero to One”: https://www.amazon.com/Zero-One-Notes-Startups-Future/dp/0804139296 Visit our website to catch up on all things The Refund, including merch! https://www.therefundshow.com/
New episodes with your favorite duo, Jordyn and Sara, are dropping soon! Make sure to subscribe to not miss anything! @therefundshow https://www.therefundshow.com/ Follow the Refund Hosts: Sara Schultz | @heysaraschultz | https://heysaraschultz.com/ | https://www.freeafternoon.co/ Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio | https://www.jdpconsult.co/ Director and Editor: Kaylee Lamoine | @kayleelamoine | Kaylee LaMoine Film Co. Producer: Lauren Garin | @_laurengarin | https://laurengarin.com/
Join us for a LIVE finale show of the Refund where we return the concept that you cannot radically transform your career / business / work with guest and foodie + travel influencer Kimly Curry presented by lululemon Experiential at the Mall of America. As the pandemic in the past few years has taught us, nothing is permanent and we can all take the leap if we are willing and ready. Enjoy our conversation with Kimly and co-hosts Jordyn + Sar! Thank you to our amazing event partners: Sip N Bloom @sipnbloom EarCandy @earcandypiercing The Vine Room @vineroom.co Goldie Boi @goldenboies lululemon @lululemon Samuelle Hope Dilla Stuart @samuelledilla As we wrap up S2 of the Refund, what other topics, ideas or rules do you want Sar + Jor to untangle in S3? Send us a note in Spotify's Q&A, DM us on Instagram or email us at therefundshow@gmail.com. Follow the Refund Hosts: Sara Schultz | @heysaraschultz Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio
VC BABY. Let's talk about it. We hear the two words "venture capital" and think of Sicilon Valley (both the location and show on HBO. And yes, this guy F*CKS). As founders, regardless of size or stage of our business, we're always thinking about capital and how to aquire it in order to scale faster In this epsiode of the Refund, we have candid conversation about the pros an cons of VC funding. Co-host Jordyn shares her experience with this kind of funding and if you ACTUALLY need it or not. VC not your thing? In Season 1 we interviewed Adriana Carrig, founder of the Little Words Project who self-funded her now booming jewelry biz. Listen to it here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5TtgvScdV9KRT6FSTtpbbW?si=90f07b90673b44c4 Follow the Refund Hosts: Sara Schultz | @heysaraschultz Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio
Should you listen to this podcast episode? What's for dinner? When does that contract need to go out? Am I ready to hire my first assistant? Welcome to the endless cycle of decision fatigue. When you get to the end of your day and can barely decide if washing your hair is in the books or not (been there!) or you can't fathom the idea of planning a meal, you've experienced the exhaustion of making every decision in your business, life + career. In this episode of the Refund we are letting go of making ALL the decisions ALL of the time. This means letting go of control for the sake of your sanity. If Sara + Jordyn can let go of making all of the decisions, so can YOU. Learn more about the Refund Hosts Sara Schultz | @heysarachultz Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio
Let's talk about ENERGY. More specifically, masculine vs. feminen energy. How are you presenting yourself to the world? Do you tend to embrace a direct and on-to-the-next approach? Or are you more fluid and connected to those around you? In this episode of the Refund we return the idea that it has to be all or nothing when it comes to your energy. Especially in a world where masculine energy is rewarded and feminine energy is dismissed, we're here to say BOTH are needed to succeed in life + business. We dig into what energies dominate in our businesses and where there's room for the other energy to play. We are co-hosting a LIVE Galentine's Day Show presented by lululemon Experiential on February 15th from 6-9pm Limited tickets available, grab them here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-refund-live-galentines-day-edition-tickets-516773301857 Grab your bestie and enjoy an evening of special guests, delicious wine and snacks, build yourself a gorgeous floral bouquet and get matching ear piercings (yes you read that right, we’ll have certified nurses offering ear piercings!). Learn more about the Refund Hosts Sara Schultz | @heysarachultz Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio
As Alec Baldwin infamously said in Glengarry Glen Ross: "A-B-C. A-Always, B-Be, C-Closing. ALWAYS be closing, always be closing." Or if you've never seen that ICONIC FILM (which you should), you've probably heard the phrase "closers get coffee" or you think about being sold a car at a dealership. You get the jist of it. Sales are apart of every moment of our lives, whether we like it or not. And if you want to be successful in the life, you better learn the art of becoming a closer. On this episode of the Refund, we are returning the idea that "sales are slimy" or that you're "not good at sales." If you believe in the work, services or product you create, congrats! You're in sales. Now buckle up and get ready to close some business, boss. We are co-hosting a LIVE Galentine's Day Show presented by lululemon Experiential on February 15th from 6-9pm Limited tickets available, grab them here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-refund-live-galentines-day-edition-tickets-516773301857 Grab your bestie and enjoy an evening of special guests, delicious wine and snacks, build yourself a gorgeous floral bouquet and get matching ear piercings (yes you read that right, we’ll have certified nurses offering ear piercings!). Learn more about the Refund Hosts Sara Schultz | @heysarachultz Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio
How many times have we heard, "awe, she's so LUCKY" or "she must have a horseshoe up her ass" (our personal favorite) ? Luck is constantly thrown around when we see successful women. When we perpetuate luck over everything else, we diminish the hard work that person has endured to achieve success. But what about those born into privilege? With circumstances out of their control? That is luck, isn't it? On this episode of the Refund, we return a couple ideas: that being "lucky" isn't bad (it should be rebranded as gratitude) and that you need both hard work AND luck to find success. You can't have one without the other. As mentioned in this episode, we are co-hosting a LIVE Galentine's Day Show presented by lululemon Experiential on February 15th from 6-9pm Limited tickets available, grab them here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-refund-live-galentines-day-edition-tickets-516773301857 Grab your bestie and enjoy an evening of special guests, delicious wine and snacks, build yourself a gorgeous floral bouquet and get matching ear piercings (yes you read that right, we’ll have certified nurses offering ear piercings!). Learn more about the Refund Hosts Sara Schultz | @heysarachultz Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio
SEASON TWO OF THE REFUND IS HERE! Join us (Jordyn DiOrio and Sara Schultz) as we kick off a new season and return old concepts that no longer serve our lives and businesses. Up first? Let's return the idea that numbers and financials are the ONLY metrics for success. While getting all of the cash is wonderful and an important part of business, it only showcases one part of your journey. And what happens if you miss that one goal? Hello goal grief! (term sent by one of our listeners). Buckle up and let's kick off the new year with new ways to celebrate our successes. As mentioned in this episode, we are co-hosting a LIVE Galentine's Day Show presented by lululemon Experiential on February 15th from 6-9pm Limited tickets available, grab them here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-refund-live-galentines-day-edition-tickets-516773301857 Grab your bestie and enjoy an evening of special guests, delicious wine and snacks, build yourself a gorgeous floral bouquet and get matching ear piercings (yes you read that right, we’ll have certified nurses offering ear piercings!). Learn more about the Refund Hosts Sara Schultz | @heysarachultz Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio
It's here! The Refund's season one finale, LIVE from the Neu Neu in Minneapolis. During this live show, hosts Sara Schultz and Jordyn DiOrio rebrand the concept of "sacrificing" in their lives and business with honest and entertaining stories. Gone are the days of feeling like parts of us need to suffer in order to achieve our dreams. Cheers to living on our own terms. Thank you for supporting season one of the Refund! Like, subscribe and share the show with those who will love it :) Learn more about the Refund Hosts Sara Schultz | @heysarachultz Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio
In a world where hustling and grinding is fetishized every day in our culture and social media feeds, we are here to say NO MORE! We believe in creating harmony in our lives and businesses. HAVING A LIFE YOU SAY?! Yes. On this episode of the Refund we return the old idea that running a business = having no life. We discuss the importance of creating a lifestyle and business that is in alignment with your skills and values. It's possible and a friendly reminder: we're all working to live, not living to work. Learn more about the Refund Hosts Sara Schultz | @heysarachultz Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio
Think about when you're aimlessly walking down an aisle at Target (with your Starbucks latte). What entices you to grab something new off the shelf? Is it the color combination? The funky packaging? Or the overwhelming "I gotta have this" feeling that takes control and before you know it it's in your cart? That my friends, is the power of branding. In this episode of the Refund, we are returning the idea that branding is just a logo and can't drive revenue for your business. We define what good branding is, how it captures your ideal audience and next steps to elevating your own brand. Tune in, this one is FUN. Learn more about the Refund Hosts Sara Schultz | @heysarachultz Jordyn DiOrio | @jordyndiorio