Made Herself A Boss Podcast

EP 19 Stories That Sell Featuring Ayana Blount

This episode is brought to you by the Fire Your Full Time Workshop: happening on January 9,2025.
https://madeherselfaboss.com/fire-your-fulltime/
 
In this episode, We team up with Ayana, aka The Passion Strategist, to break down why storytelling is the ultimate power move for your business. We’re talking about more than just sharing your story; we're diving into how your truth connects with your audience, builds trust, and translates into real sales. Ayana shares her expertise as a brand translator and gives you the keys to using your story as a tool for personal growth, professional credibility, and business success.
Get ready to learn how to take ownership of your narrative, lean into authenticity, and turn everyday moments into a connection point for your clients. Plus, Ayana doesn’t hold back on dropping gems about overcoming imposter syndrome, the art of being consistent, and why your story is the secret sauce to standing out in a crowded market. This isn’t just about storytelling, it's about story-selling. 
Grab your MadeHerselfABoss podcast journal, pen, or pencil, and tune in to discover:
How to Own Your Narrative:
Authenticity Over Applause ™  (AOA)
Storytelling as a Sales Strategy
The Four Keys to Successful Storytelling
and more on Social Media and Storytelling
Journal Prompts:
✒️ What parts of my story feel the most authentic and powerful to me, and how can I use them to connect with my audience?✒️ What fears or doubts come up when I think about sharing my story, and how can I reframe them to step into my confidence?✒️ How can I use my story as a tool to solve my audience's problems while staying true to my values and vision?
Important Links:
Fire Your Full Time Workshop 
https://madeherselfaboss.com/fire-your-fulltime/
More ways we can support you in growing your business 
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EP 18: How To Reach Your First $1,000

This episode is brought to you by Growthwithoutgrind.com
In this episode, we will discuss how to reach your first $1,000 as a business owner. We’re sharing tips, tricks, and actionable strategies to help you hit this exciting milestone. From connecting with your audience to setting the right prices, we’re giving you the tools you need to build a strong foundation for your business. We’ll also dive into marketing, follow-up strategies, and mindset shifts that will set the tone for long-term success.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 1. How to attract your ideal audience and build meaningful connections.2. Pricing strategies to ensure you’re charging what you’re worth.3. Marketing tactics that actually work to generate sales. 4. The importance of following up and how to do it effectively. 5. Tips for staying motivated and consistent on your journey to $1,000 and beyond.
Journal Prompts for This Episode:1. What specific steps can I take today to better connect with my audience2. How does my current pricing align with the value I deliver, and where can I make adjustments? 3. What follow-up practices can I implement to build stronger relationships and close sales?
Action Step: Choose one area from today’s discussion—audience, pricing, marketing, or follow-up and focus on improving it this week. Small, intentional steps will get you closer to your first $1,000!
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EP 17 Side Hustle, Hustle – Juggling Your 9-5 While Growing the Business of Your Dreams

This episode is brought to you by Pre BLK Friday Sale happening November 21, 2024, Hurry and get on the waitlist. Subscribepage.io/BLKFRIWaitlist
Your day job is your paid experience, take what you’re learning and use it to build your own vision. Let’s get into the real challenges and rewards of building a side hustle while working a full-time job. Then turning that side hustle into a business (because there is a difference) We’re opening up about our own journeys, sharing practical tips on managing time, setting boundaries, and avoiding burnout. 
This episode is a go-to for anyone juggling a 9-5 and a growing business dream, offering a roadmap to make the side hustle hustle work without burning out.
Grab your MadeHerselfABoss podcast journal, pen, or pencil, and tune in to discover:
how to Use Your Day Job as Paid Experience
Time Management and Boundaries
The Power of Automation
Preparing for Full-Time Entrepreneurship
Mindset shifts that need to happen while growing your business part time 
And a lot more 
Journal Prompts:
✒️ What skills or lessons am I gaining from my 9-5 that I can use to grow my business?✒️ When am I most likely to feel overwhelmed, and how can I set boundaries to protect my energy?✒️ What are my top three non-negotiables when it comes to making time for my business?
✒️ How can I automate or delegate tasks in my business to free up time for the things only I can do?
Important Links:
BLK Friday Waitlist 
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Ready to grow your business?
Growthwithoutgrind.com 
Let’s Stay Connected:
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/madeherselfaboss
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/madeherselfaboss
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EP 16: Business Check Up

This episode is brought to you by the Her New Year: Purpose Planning Workshop happening on November 9th Virtually.
https://madeherselfaboss.com/focused-on-future-funds/
When's the last time you took your business to the doctor lol. 
Sometimes we’re too close to see the gaps, but those small cracks can keep you from the growth you deserve. In this episode, we get real about the importance of giving your business a solid checkup. Think of it as a wellness visit for your business. 
A business audit reveals those hidden cracks that can hold you back, keeps you from being stuck, and sets you up for bigger and better moves. We are breaking down why checking your business health is just as crucial as taking care of yourself and sharing why it’s a must for every Money-making CEO who’s ready to grow without all the grind.
Grab your MadeHerselfABoss podcast journal, pen, or pencil, and tune in to discover:
How regular business checkups reveal hidden gaps that could be holding you back.
Key steps to run a DIY business audit on your finances, marketing, customer experience, and operations.
The power of honest feedback: how to turn uncomfortable truths into growth opportunities.
Why a strong foundation prepares you to handle growth without breaking under pressure.
The importance of scheduling quarterly check-ins to keep your business on track for the next level.
And so much more 
Journal Prompts:
✒️ When I notice areas in my business that feel 'off' or stagnant, how do I address them with honesty and self-compassion?✒️ In what ways am I open to feedback, even when it reveals uncomfortable truths, and how can I use it to strengthen my business?✒️ What are my top three areas to focus on for steady, sustainable growth in the next quarter, and what check-ins will help me stay aligned?
Important Links:
Her New Year: Purpose Planning Workshop: https://madeherselfaboss.com/focused-on-future-funds/
Let’s Stay Connected:
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/madeherselfaboss
 

EP 15 The Big Mistake

This episode is brought to you by the Her New Year: Focused on Future Funds Workshop happening on November 9th.
 
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One thing for sure is that at some point mistakes are going to be made in life both personally and within your business. Making mistakes is completely human and always provides an opportunity to grow in that area. In this episode we discuss how to handle mistakes being made in your business; how to acknowledge them, make sure that any problems are resolved, learn to prevent them in the future, and use it as an opportunity to build a better relationship between yourself and your clients, and most importantly, give yourself some grace. Let’s normalize having the conversation! !
Grab your MadeHerselfABoss podcast journal, pen, or pencil and tune in to discover:
How to identify when a pivot is necessary in your business.
Key strategies to help you plan and execute a successful pivot.
The emotional and financial challenges of pivoting, and how to manage them.
And so much more.
 
Journal Prompts:
✒️ When I make mistakes in my business, in what ways do I take accountability and still show myself grace?
✒️How ensure anyone impacted by my mistake is seen, heard, and well taken care of?, ✒️ How can I make sure to learn and prevent the same mistake from happening time and time again?
 
Important Links:
Her New Year: Focused on Future Funds Workshop: https://madeherselfaboss.com/focused-on-future-funds/
 
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EP 14 The Big Pivot

This episode is brought to you by the Her New Year: Focused on Future Funds Workshop happening on November 9th.
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As entrepreneurs, one of the most challenging decisions we face is knowing when and how to pivot in our businesses. Whether it's due to market changes, personal growth, or financial necessity, pivots are inevitable if you're aiming for long-term success. In this episode, we’re diving into why pivots are necessary, how to recognize when it’s time to pivot, and strategies for making that shift smoothly. We also share success stories from entrepreneurs who navigated their pivots with grace and resilience.
Grab your MadeHerselfABoss podcast journal, pen, or pencil and tune in to discover:
How to identify when a pivot is necessary in your business.
Key strategies to help you plan and execute a successful pivot.
The emotional and financial challenges of pivoting, and how to manage them.
And so much more.
Pillar: Foundation
Journal Prompts:
✒️ When the time comes for me to pivot, what are the steps I should take?
✒️ How can I ensure I operate out of logic and not fear when pivoting my business?
✒️ How can I strengthen myself and my systems to handle a sudden pivot?
Important Links:
Her New Year: Focused on Future Funds Workshop: https://madeherselfaboss.com/focused-on-future-funds/
Let’s Stay Connected:
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/madeherselfaboss
If you're ready to assess whether a pivot is necessary for your business to reach the next level of growth, tune in now and start planning your next move!
 

EP 13 The Reflection

This episode is different; it's all about the real, the raw, and the uncut of Madeherselfaboss. We had a special guest Coach Bellamy come on to interview us on our show. We were so excited about this opportunity but didn’t prepare for the ride she took us on. You know how you have the cute answers ready lol She made us dig deep y'all. We needed tissues! We said stuff we never said in public lol WE put y'all all in our business. We didn’t realize being on the other end of things how we needed this. This is the Madeherselfaboss Reflection
A special thanks to Coach Ayesha Bellamy for helping us dig deeper and release. She truly has a gift!
Grab your Madeherselfaboss journals, tissues and good listening ears to tap into this special episode to learn: 
The real behind Team Madeherselfaboss 
The truth to really growing a business
How to get deeper with your why 
How business isn’t for everyone
4 ways to experience growth 
And so much more
Pillar: Foundation
 Journal Prompts 
What are some ways you can get deeper with your audience
How can I better communicate to my clients to make sure they feel seen and heard?
Important links
 The Bossy Picnic Sept 7, 2024 
http://thebossypicnic.com
Growth Without Grind Guide 
https://subscribepage.io/Growthwithoutgrindguide
 
Let's Stay connected 
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EP 12 You Thought It We Said It

Sometimes it’s the cost of doing business! You know you thought it, we just decided to say it out loud lol. Look, we had fun getting it all out. And the fact that we have the space to do so makes it even better.  From clients going ghost to wanting to burn the business down lol we talk about it all.
We start to wonder why we never give voice to the things that bother us in our journey. And what’s the next step to get through it to our next level? Entrepreneurship will unlock levels you didn’t even know existed for yourself. 
If you’re ready to give voice to the things you think but won’t say out loud and have the space to think through them, it’s time to tune into this week’s episode and learn: 
Communication that makes commas 
The cost of doing business 
Truths to being an entrepreneur 
It’s okay to not have the answers 
And so much more 
Pillar: Foundation
 Journal Prompts 
What are some things in my journey that I always think about but would never say out loud?
What does it look like to have a space to get it all out and have support to work through them?
How can I better communicate to my clients to make sure they feel seen and heard?
Important links
 The Bossy Picnic Sept 7, 2024 
http://thebossypicnic.com
Growth Without Grind Guide 
https://subscribepage.io/Growthwithoutgrindguide
 
Let's Stay connected 
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Facebook https://www.facebook.com/madeherselfaboss 
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/madeherselfaboss

EP 10 The Impact You Make

“Your business is not about you”, we know you're not that selfish (lol). Have you heard that statement before? When you sit down and think about why you started your business and why you continue to grow your business you’ll start to realize that it has nothing to do with you. 
But everything to do with the people you're called to impact in this world. 
Now of course, you are growing your business to make more money doing what you are passionate about while making a difference, YES!. But even deeper than that your business will impact more than you will ever know even people you will never know. This episode will stretch your mind to dream bigger, think deeper, and expand your capacity for so much more. We mean the more you can even imagine right now. 
If you’re ready to dive deeper into the impact you make and how that will change your life, time into this week's episode and learn 
What legacy truly is 
How to impact the major 3 
To serve or not to serve
And so much more 
Pillar: Foundation
Journal Prompts 
What can you do today to impact more people with your gifts?
What does legacy look like to you and what do you want to leave behind?
Important links
 
Growth Without Grind Guide 
https://subscribepage.io/Growthwithoutgrindguide
 
Madeherselfaboss mixer
https://subscribepage.io/TheMixer
 
The Bossy Picnic Sept 7, 2024 
http://thebossypicnic.com
 
Let's Stay connected 
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Facebook https://www.facebook.com/madeherselfaboss 
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/madeherselfaboss

EP 9 Money Isn’t Your problem… Mindset is

You don’t need anything strategy, trick or tactic to make more money in your business, you may need to better your relationship with money. Start dating money so that more of it comes into your life's experience. When you realize what money really is your ability to call it in is easy… doesn't that sound better than the hustle and grind culture? 
How many times have you heard that money doesn't grow on trees and that you have to work hard for it? Well, we did our whole lives and it has shaped the way we handled or thought about money as we grew into these adults. We had to work on our money consciousness we had to unlearn what we were taught so that we could make more of it abundantly. 
If you’re ready to truly make money we mean make multiply and manifest more money in your life's experience then … 
Grab your Made Herself A Boss podcast journal, pen or pencil, and tune in to discover:
Shift Selling to serving
Money myths keeping you from more money 
How to date money 
And so much more  
Pillar: Foundation
Journal prompts 
What is your relationship with money like?
What can you start doing to have a better relationship with money? 
What we’re you told or taught about money growing up?
The desired amount of money I want to make, do I feel like that's too much to obtain?
Important links
 
Growth Without Grind Guide 
https://subscribepage.io/Growthwithoutgrindguide
 
Madeherselfaboss mixer
https://subscribepage.io/TheMixer
 
The Bossy Picnic Sept 7, 2024 
http://thebossypicnic.com
 
Let's Stay connected 
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/madeherselfaboss/ 
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/madeherselfaboss 
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/madeherselfaboss