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Kate Swoboda (a.k.a. Kate Courageous) is the author of the Courageous Living Program, founder of the Courageous Living Coach Certification, and creator of YourCourageousLife.com, where she defines courage as feeling afraid, diving in anyway, and transforming. Her approach combines straight-shooting, pragmatic wisdom with playfully poking at self-imposed limitations of who you are and what’s truly possible for you. Kate was deemed one of the top 50 bloggers making a difference in fitness, health, and happiness by Greatist. She’s written for Entrepreneur, The Intelligent Optimist, The Daily Love, ProBlogger, MindBodyGreen, Lifetime Moms, and has been breakout session speaker at the World Domination Summit. Her first book with publisher New Harbinger will be on shelves in 2017. In this episode, Kate and Stacy discuss what it takes to build a business that works for you and why you shouldn’t jump into it too quickly. Some highlights include: “Where do I sign?” At minute 2:00, Kate talks about why being a business

Linda McMahon is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Women’s Leadership LIVE. Her company uses live events and ongoing mentorships to educate and inspire women to launch and expand their own businesses, advance their careers toward executive roles, and pursue opportunities for leadership in public service. Linda is also a co-founder and former chief executive officer of WWE — on the New York Stock Exchange as WWE. She stepped down as CEO in 2009 to run for the U.S. Senate and was the Republican nominee to represent the people of Connecticut in 2010 and 2012. As CEO, Linda helped grow WWE from a modest, 13-person operation to a publicly traded global enterprise with more than 800 employees in offices worldwide. Linda has been widely recognized as one of the country’s top female executives and for her numerous philanthropic contributions including the company’s “Get R.E.A.L.” educational and literacy programs and The Make-A-Wish Foundation recognized WWE as a top wish granter. In this episode, Linda a

Dana is a mother, author, business & content strategist, coach, podcaster, and blind spot reducer. Dana is the author of “Boss Mom: The Ultimate Guide to Raising a Business & Nurturing Your Family Like a Pro,” and the founder of the Boss Mom Movement. She serves Boss Moms who yearn for more time and less guilt when it comes to building their business and raising their family by providing the tools they need to get more out of their content and business without sacrificing their family goals. When she is not creating new courses or building new strategy tools for creative entrepreneurs, she can be found chasing her son on the beach, watching her daughter take her first steps, or thinking of the next fun new family adventure. In this episode, Dana and Stacy discuss how you can handle a growing business at the same time as building a family. Some highlights include: “I spent the first year not knowing what on earth I was doing.” At minute 1:00, Dana talks about immediately getting pregnant after starting

Katie Krimitsos is the Founder of Biz Women Rock, a community and education provider for business women around the globe who want to grow their companies. Her podcast Biz Women Rock provides personal business interviews, pertinent topics, and actionable information that help her community thrive in their businesses. And her online courses help women in all aspects of building a successful company. Simultaneously, Katie and her husband Chris run a local entrepreneurs organization called the Tampa Bay Business Owners, a peer community that offers education and collaboration to its members. She and Chris also put on the international podcasting conference, Podfest, and founded the Florida Podcasters Association (they kinda like podcasting!) She is a lover of travel, animals (she has two pet parrots!), the water, and is amazingly in love with her very first child, Sedona. In this episode, Katie and Stacy discuss what it takes to be both a mom and entrepreneur and be successful in both. Some highlights include: “I

Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success. We all deal with self-doubt, or the imposter syndrome. You know the feeling — why would anyone listen to me? Often when I’m talking with coaching clients or friends that are starting in business, this comes up, and I deal with it myself. People always think I’m so confident and these questions don’t’ go through my mind. But believe me, oh my goodness, I can’t tell you enough how often I think these same things over and over again. Every time I achieve something, another amazing opportunity comes my way but I get nervous about what will people think. So, today we’re going to be talking about getting out of your comfort zone to push the imposter syndrome aside. Some highlights include: My first business ever was starting a dance

Eric Zimmer is the host of The One You Feed podcast, which was named an iTunes Best of 2014 podcast by iTunes and called “One of the Best Health Podcasts of All Time” by The Huffington Post. The One You Feed has been listened to over 3 million times. He also does extensive one-on-one coaching work with clients and is a frequent contributor to Mind Body Green Online. He also has over 20 years in the software startup industry prior to his current work. In this episode, Eric and Stacy discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship and why you don’t always have to keep pushing. Some highlights include: Sometimes your business isn’t worth saving. At minute 2:00, Eric talks about the challenges of starting his solar energy business and why he ultimately pulled the plug on it. “I’ve gone through a lot of struggle in my life.” At minute 7:00, Eric talks about why going through struggles has made him a better, stronger entrepreneur. You can do it, but you shouldn’t. At minute 9:00, Eric talks about learning that he needs

Derek Deprey delved into the world of personal growth and development shortly after becoming a General Manager for the Wisconsin Athletic Club. He couldn’t get enough of what he was studying, learning and applying, so much so that he created his own business, Move Results, as an avenue to engage and impact others through motivational speaking and leadership skill-building facilitation. He feels that the best business to start is one that you need yourself. He just knew it was right because, still to this day, he goes to bed and wakes up every morning excited to pursue his business. It truly blends his day job and his dream job. His diverse career endeavors also include Wisconsin Lutheran College and the John Maxwell Team. With the former, he’s an Adjunct Professor of Adult and Graduate Studies as well as an active member of the Alumni Board. With the latter, he partnered with the esteemed John Maxwell Team after years of being inspired by him. He personally uses his teachings to enhance my productivity, devel

Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success. I’m so excited for today’s episode because it has been a little over a week and half since my book launched and I want to share a little bit of the behind the scenes with you. It did phenomenally well — better than I could have ever imagined. With over 12,200 downloads, we hit #1 in several categories. And not just in the US but in other countries as well which makes the book a #1 international bestseller. It feels so good to be on the other side of my first book launch, let me tell you. In today’s episode, I’m going to dive into this book launch. Some highlights include: If you want your book to be a bestseller, you need to get ratings and reviews of your book. At minute 3:00, I talk about how I did this with my book. In June,

Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success. In this episode, Nicole Holland, my guest from episode 96, has returned to interview me for the 100th episode of Business Rescue Road Map. Some highlights include: “I was so naïve.” At minute 2:00, I talk about starting my first business without even thinking about it and the differences between starting that business and the one that I started later on. Every entrepreneur should have a line of credit. At minute 4:00, I talk about why you need to have it there waiting for when you do need it. “If I want to look like one of these businesses, I need to act like them.” At minute 11:00, I talk learning to delegate and managing a team of 40 employees. I love being able to pick my schedule. At minute 13:00, I talk about all the benef

Mary Kathryn Johnson has created success for over 13 years as an author, entrepreneur, and mom. A fall while pregnant with her second son landed her with two broken legs, her first book, and business, and she is now on her third business helping other parents create their own life and work success through podcasting, writing and online courses. In this episode, Mary and Stacy discuss what it takes to be able to do the things in life you want to do. Some highlights include: “I just have to do this.” At minute 1:00, Mary tells the story of all her battles with trying to have kids, falling and breaking both legs, and why that pushed her into entrepreneurship. Get your emotions out of it. At minute 7:00, Mary talks about learning to let go and separate herself from her business. “Balance is a myth.” At minute 11:00, Mary talks about why she doesn’t believe in work-life balance but does believe in choices. Freedom, flexibility, and accountability. At minute 21:00, Mary talks about why she loves to be an entreprene

Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success. It has been a crazy week. My book launched on Tuesday, and I can’t wait to share more results with you next week. Something that has played a huge role in my book launch is the relationships that I have built, so today we are going to talk about building relationships. Some highlights include: When my book launched, I created a list of over 100 people that I personally reached out to and asked for their support. I didn’t send them a mass email. I sent them each a real email directly from me. At minute 1:00, I talk about why this is a good strategy. A way to save time with your email is what Gmail calls “canned responses.” At minute 3:00, I explain exactly what these are and what you should do to utilize them to their fullest po

Loren Brill is the founder/CEO of Sweet Loren’s, a cookie dough company that’s mission is to change the way America bakes. Based on only natural, unprocessed ingredients, and always award winning taste, Sweet Loren’s wants to prove that natural is better for you and better tasting. In this episode, Loren and Stacy discuss Loren’s business and ways to stay healthy as an entrepreneur. Some highlights include: “I’ve always been interested in health and wellness.” At minute 2:00, Loren talks about her incredible journey that led to her founding Sweet Loren’s. “We’re really growing.” At minute 12:00, Loren talks about what the last year has been like for her business and some of the lessons that she has learned. When you’re starting a business, it’s okay to put your all into it. At minute 15:00, Loren talks about her recent efforts to build out a team and achieve a work-life balance. “What I really like most is being me.” At minute 18:00, Loren talks about why entrepreneurship is in her blood and why she couldn’t

Nicole Holland is the host of the iTunes New & Noteworthy podcast, The Business Building Rockstars Show. She helps entrepreneurs build profitable online businesses that excite & inspire them. Nicole believes that there’s no right way to do anything unless it feels good to you, and she’s known for helping clients strategize & take productive and inspired action steps for massive money producing results through her private & group mentoring & coaching programs. When not working with clients or creating killer content, Nicole can be found wandering through the vineyards of Niagara, Ontario, exploring old buildings, or snuggling with her rescue cats. In this episode, Nicole and Stacy discuss going above and beyond for clients and what it takes to delegate effectively. Some highlights include: “I said ‘I can’t do this anymore.’” At minute 2:00, Nicole talks about her unique background far away from business and how she wound up becoming an entrepreneur. “If I make a decision, I’m pretty hard he

Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success. Today we’re going to be talking about credibility. Someone recently asked me whether or not they need to have a book published before they will have the opportunity to get on stage. This person doesn’t necessarily want to be a speaker, but they do want to be seen as an expert in their industry. So, today we are going to cover the different levels of credibility, what you need to do before you get started, and then how to make sure you don’t get overlooked. Some highlights include: We all need credibility, but it comes in different forms. For example, being an author is different from being a bestselling author. And they’re both different from being a New York Times bestselling author. (minute 1:00) Your experience is what will

Amy Smalarz is a woman, wife, mother, and daughter who for many years struggled with trying to live up to what she perceived as everyone else’s expectations of her and lost herself in the process. As an entrepreneur and business owner, she works and collaborates with people to help them realize they are not alone, to celebrate their road traveled (celebrate YOU for being YOU) and to map out their next destination in life (personal and professional). Amy is a lifelong student. She has earned degrees in Biology and Sociology; a Masters in Healthcare Administration; and a PhD in Social Policy, Health Services Research and Health Economics. In 2013, she founded Strategic Market Insight and in addition to being a Certified High Performance Coach, in 2016 she founded the Women’s Biz Accelerator. She works with people who are purpose-driven and helps them to integrate work and personal life into LIFE. Whether it’s through personal and professional coaching, strategic consulting, speaking engagements or workshops, Am

Laura Yates is an international coach, writer, and speaker specialising in helping people through breakups and heartbreak and getting them on the path to finding fulfilling and healthy relationships. Laura has written for and appeared in the Daily Mail, Huffington Post, Elite Daily, Eharmony, Match.com and the Entrepreneur on Fire podcast. Laura is on a mission to help heal broken hearts all over the world and show people that breakups can be a catalyst for huge positive change! In this episode, Laura and Stacy discuss creating a unique business that allows you to live the life you want to live. Some highlights include: “I fell into this by accident.” At minute 1:00, Laura talks about how she fell into a business based around breakups and heartbreak. Invest in the services you need. At minute 6:00, Laura talks about why not investing in the beginning has held her back in the long run. “I don’t think there is a perfect work-life balance.” At minute 8:00, Laura talks about why you have to be out of balance to a

Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success. Today we’re going to be discussing this question: are you over thinking your niche? Some highlights include: Can you be too niched down? At minute 2:00, I talk about why it’s more common to be too broad rather than too narrow. You need to be so good that you become the go-to expert in your field. At minute 3:00, I talk about how to become your customers’ only option through niching. Tell your story. At minute 5:00, I talk about a client who was selling weight loss products but wasn’t using her story to do it and what you can learn from her. Do you need to pick one niche? At minute 8:00, I talk about the biggest myth out there about niches. Resources: Want to join my coaching program? I only have two spots left! Ask me a questi

Amanda Bayerle is a health coach for busy entrepreneurs, the host of the How Bad Do I Want It Podcast and creator of Everyday Fit Entrepreneur. She has been helping men and women transform their health and fitness over the last 4 years and have been featured in Oxygen and Bodybuilding.com. Her podcast hit #7 in all of New and Noteworthy and #1 in New and Noteworthy for business. It inspires others to make their dreams a reality. She works with startup and top level entrepreneurs to get fit fast, boost their energy and confidence and gain mental clarity. In this episode, Amanda and Stacy discuss the importance that health plays in running a strong business. Some highlights include: At minute 2:00, Amanda talks about the entrepreneurial journey she and her husband went on to get to where they are today. “I love checking in on people.” At minute 6:00, Amanda talks about why she loves the communication part of her business. Is this really going to produce money in your business? At minute 9:00, Amanda talks about

Nisha Moodley is a Women’s Leadership Coach and the founder of Global Sisterhood Day. Inspired by the belief that the world will be set free by women who are free & sisterhood is key to a woman’s freedom. Nisha creates communities of women leaders to support them to live, love, and lead with depth and beauty. After struggling for years as a foodaholic, shopaholic, and workaholic, she found her own freedom and set out to support other women in finding theirs by midwifing women back to sisterhood and the truth of their innate beauty and brilliance. Today she works with clients through private coaching, mastermind groups, retreats, and online courses. Find her online at NishaMoodley.com and download her free Take Flight Action Guide, to explore the next expansion of your freedom, at TakeFlightActionGuide.com. In this episode, Nisha and Stacy discuss how to create the life that you want. Some highlights include: “It was clear to me that I wanted a shift in my career.” At minute 1:00, Nisha tells her story and

Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success. In this episode, we are going to talk about acquiring new customers and the value that is in your current customer base. It is so much more expensive to acquire a brand new customer than it is to keep our current customers happy. It is really easy to get caught up in the numbers game. We want more, more, more. And as we are so focused on trying to get more customers, we aren’t keeping an eye on our current customers. So, let’s talk about how do we keep our current customers happy and staying with us. Some highlights include: Are you delivering the high-quality product, program, or service? You need to think about what you advertised and what they received. (minute 2:00) A good thing you can do to attract customers is throw even