Being Boss with Emily Thompson
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Being Boss® is an exploration of what it takes to be boss as a creative business owner, entrepreneur, freelancer, or side-hustler. Join host Emily Thompson as she explores the mindsets, habits, and tactics of harnessing your creative ambitions and embracing the adventure of starting and growing your own business so that you can make money doing work you love. This feed contains episodes 240-359 of the original Being Boss show. To find episodes 1-239 of the show that was co-hosted with Kathleen Shannon, search "Being Boss with Emily + Kathleen" wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Almanac Supply Co is officially three years old, and Emily is reflecting on how the business has grown from its humble beginnings, how she felt the need to prove that she's not full of shit, and the tactics that she has picked up on along the way to build and sustain a profitable product business.---Listen to the rest of Season 3 by joining the Being Boss Clubhouse. Find out more and tune in by going to beingboss.club/community---Making a Business is a Being Boss® ProductionListen + Subscribe to the Being Boss PodcastFollow Being Boss on Instagram: @beingbossclubFollow Being Boss on Twitter: @beingbossclubFollow Being Boss on Facebook: facebook.com/beingbossclub
Making a Business is back for season 3. Now airing exclusively in the Being Boss Community. Find out more and tune in by going to beingboss.club/community---Making a Business is a Being Boss® ProductionListen + Subscribe to the Being Boss PodcastFollow Being Boss on Instagram: @beingbossclubFollow Being Boss on Twitter: @beingbossclubFollow Being Boss on Facebook: facebook.com/beingbossclub
You know we love a good brand story, and as it turns out, a solid brand is probably the number 1 piece of the puzzle that’s lending to the success of Almanac Supply Co. So in this episode of Making a Business, we're digging into how Emily has established a brand for her business—what this means for her personal brand, how she's gathered community around it, and the importance of maintaining professionalism while still being personable as a retail business owner. Get full show notes for this episode here --- Making a Business is a Being Boss® Production Listen + Subscribe to the Being Boss Podcast Follow Being Boss on Instagram: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Twitter: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Facebook: facebook.com/beingbossclub
When you're a product-based business, one of the biggest hurdles is sourcing materials and managing stock and inventory. In today's Making a Business episode, we're digging into what you need to consider when searching for a source for your raw materials, curating a shop and selling other makers' goods, and ordering and maintaining stock as a business owner. Get full show notes for this episode here --- Making a Business is a Being Boss® Production Listen + Subscribe to the Being Boss Podcast Follow Being Boss on Instagram: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Twitter: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Facebook: facebook.com/beingbossclub
When you're a product-based business, one of the biggest hurdles is sourcing materials and managing stock and inventory. In today's Making a Business episode, we're digging into what you need to consider when searching for a source for your raw materials, curating a shop and selling other makers' goods, and ordering and maintaining stock as a business owner. Get full show notes for this episode here --- Making a Business is a Being Boss® Production Listen + Subscribe to the Being Boss Podcast Follow Being Boss on Instagram: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Twitter: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Facebook: facebook.com/beingbossclub
Even if you have a physical, product-based business, it's important to play the online marketing game. So in today's Making a Business episode, we're talking about how Emily is using social media and email marketing to grow her business while still focusing on building relationships and seeking avenues of growth offline. Get full show notes for this episode here --- Making a Business is a Being Boss® Production Listen + Subscribe to the Being Boss Podcast Follow Being Boss on Instagram: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Twitter: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Facebook: facebook.com/beingbossclub
What are the most important pieces of creating a new business? We're talking about the ingredients that make up a product business—from consistently showing up, to tracking your numbers and knowing all the math that goes into your business, to creating an incredible customer experience. Get full show notes for this episode here --- Making a Business is a Being Boss® Production Listen + Subscribe to the Being Boss Podcast Follow Being Boss on Instagram: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Twitter: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Facebook: facebook.com/beingbossclub
We're back for season two of Making a Business! So to dive in, we're sharing what's been going on with Emily's product-based business, Almanac Supply Co., since season one—including dissolving a business partnership, redefining roles and responsibilities, and making a couple vision shifts to the business. Get full show notes for this episode here --- Making a Business is a Being Boss® Production Listen + Subscribe to the Being Boss Podcast Follow Being Boss on Instagram: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Twitter: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Facebook: facebook.com/beingbossclub
Season 2 of Making a Business, our podcast for makers and retailers, is coming out soon! And to get you ready, the trailer has dropped and is ready for your ears!
We often think of our lives and businesses as two completely separate things, but rarely is that actually the case. In this episode of Making a Business, we're talking about how working on your "life-hustle" enriches your business.
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1We're busting out the numbers and calculations in this episode! We've been talking about mindset and boundaries and more of the thinking and planning aspects of a product business. Now we're going to dig into the specifics of pricing—both for retail and wholesale, figuring out your profit margins, and balancing supply, inventory, and distribution.
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There's no way around it: starting a new business means spending time on your business, but that doesn't mean that you have to spend ALL of your time. In this episode of Making a Business, we're diving into the habits and routines that help you find order in the chaos so you can dedicate time to your business in small chunks and still get everything off the ground.
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Building a strong container around your work, your creativity, and your life is really important for achieving your goals and maintaining control of your endeavors. So in this episode of Making a Business, Emily's sharing how she's setting up healthy boundaries to ensure she's making the most out of her time, energy, and money as a product business owner. Get full show notes for this episode here---Making a Business is a Being Boss® ProductionListen + Subscribe to the Being Boss PodcastFollow Being Boss on Instagram: @beingbossclubFollow Being Boss on Twitter: @beingbossclubFollow Being Boss on Facebook: facebook.com/beingbossclub
Starting a new business means getting in the right mindset, so we're talking about creating a business based on your values, having a long-term vision to make sure your business is really something you want, and how to overcome the fraudy feelings that inevitably arise.
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Emily is starting another business, and this time it's a product-based business—Almanac Supply Co.! So we're launching a brand new podcast to follow along with her journey of building this maker/product business from scratch. Welcome to Making a Business. Get full show notes for this episode here --- Making a Business is a Being Boss® Production Listen + Subscribe to the Being Boss Podcast Follow Being Boss on Instagram: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Twitter: @beingbossclub Follow Being Boss on Facebook: facebook.com/beingbossclub
Welcome to the final episode of the Being Boss podcast where Emily shares what Being Boss has meant to her and why it will forever remain a highlight in her life. She also dives into the 4 final lessons of Being Boss from the importance of living your values to cultivating a supportive community. Plus, Emily shares exciting updates on what's happening next. Thank you for joining us on this remarkable ride and may your journey to being boss continue to thrive and inspire.Get full shownotes for this episode here >>
Choosing the path of a creative entrepreneur is an exciting and unpredictable journey filled with twists, turns, and unexpected detours. Owning who you are, knowing what you want, and making it happen demand a willingness to take risks, make tough choices, and stay true to your core values. In this episode, Erica Courdae and Tasha L. Harrison are back to interview Emily about the process of quitting with purpose. Exploring her decision-making process behind going all-in on Almanac Supply Co. while navigating the impact on Being Boss. Whether you're considering a career shift or seeking guidance on decision-making, this episode is a must-listen for creative business owners.Get full shownotes for this episode here >>
The ever-shifting landscape of the online business world can make it difficult to navigate your own business success. In this episode, Emily is joined by Erica Courdae and Tasha L. Harrison to discuss the end of the golden age of digital business. They share the shifts occurring in the online business realm from dramatic changes in engagement to the dark sides of doing business on the internet. You'll also discover the two things that will always work to help grow and sustain your business as you journey through the dynamic world of online business.Get full shownotes for this episode here >>
Is podcasting losing its edge? The medium has been touted as the next big thing in digital content and media creation for almost a decade but the industry has seen major evolution in that time. Join Emily and Kathleen, as they share their personal experiences and insights on the transformation of podcasting from the perspective of starting a top-rated indie show to preparing to conclude the journey of Being Boss as we know it. They explore the nuances between indie podcasts and big productions, delve into the evolution of podcast monetization, and chat about how online business spaces have shifted towards a pay-to-play model.Get full shownotes for this episode here >>
Has the end of Being Boss arrived? Join Emily and Kathleen Shannon, OG biz bestie and co-founder of Braid Creative, for a transparent conversation about the journey and evolution of Being Boss. From Emily’s original visions for the business model to the remarkable growth at her 2nd company Almanac Supply Co., you’ll learn the motivation behind the desire for a transformative shift. Get ready for an engaging conversation that unravels the essence of entrepreneurship, adaptation, and the pursuit of new horizons.Get full shownotes for this episode here >>
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