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How do I grow my business? How do I have time for my family and self? Am I really able to do this? Yes, yes you are. Welcome to the Business Bites podcast where you will get guidance, support and direction to help you create a real business to have a real life. The biggest takeaway is how to strategically maneuver away from the “hustle to success” culture. Spending more resources of time, money and energy is not the way to create a real business AND have a real life at the same time. While R ...
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Many entrepreneurs are victim to self-sabotage, avoiding things that could have saved them many headaches down the line. In this episode, we will talk about how to prevent issues by putting major supports in place. Full show notes & links to resources mentioned: https://rachelbrenke.com/epi21/ Join the Business Bites Podcast® group to chat about th…
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If you are running a business with a website you need to be outlining specifically the terms of use for your site – to protect you and inform your visitors. In this episode, we will talk about basic things that you should be including in the terms of your site. Full show notes & links to resources mentioned: https://rachelbrenke.com/epi15/ Join the…
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There is one simple step that small business owners can do to automatically maximize profit and quality of life. In this episode, we will talk about six major budget areas that small business owners are completely missing out on and what you can do to fix it. Full show notes & links to resources mentioned: https://rachelbrenke.com/epi14/ Join the B…
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Being crystal clear on who your avatar is, how they think, buy, and act will make business EASY for you. It’ll make decisions way easier. In this episode, we will talk about how to identify who your ideal client is, so you can do more intentional marketing and not waste your efforts. Full show notes & links to resources mentioned: https://rachelbre…
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Taking money from consumers brings with it a host of legal issues, such as chargebacks. In this episode, we will talk about what a chargeback is, how to handle it, and how to avoid it. Full show notes & links to resources mentioned: https://rachelbrenke.com/epi11/ Join the Business Bites Podcast® group to chat about this episode: https://rachelbren…
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Sometimes, we need someone on the outside to help us figure out our businesses. In this episode, we will talk about the different kinds of help—mentors, coaches, consultants—and how to choose the one that is best for you. Full show notes & links to resources mentioned: https://rachelbrenke.com/epi10/ Join the Business Bites Podcast® group to chat a…
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Have you been struggling to keep ahead of your busy schedule? In this episode, we will talk about a revolutionary system that will help you manage everything you have to do and still have time for life. Full show notes & links to resources mentioned: https://rachelbrenke.com/epi9/ Join the Business Bites Podcast® group to chat about this episode: h…
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Should I have a business bank account? What you will learn: In this episode, we will talk about the legal and efficiency reasons for having one, as well as how to maximize the benefits of having a separate bank account. Full show notes & links to resources mentioned: https://rachelbrenke.com/epi8/ Join the Business Bites Podcast® group to chat abou…
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Protecting your business isn’t just a one-and-done or isolated action. There are layers you need to insulate yourself and your business from liability. In this episode, we will talk about the Legal Trifecta—three tools you can use to protect the business you have worked so hard to build. Full show notes & links to resources mentioned: https://rache…
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Saying no is one of the hardest things entrepreneurs need to learn. However, sometimes saying “NO” is NOT the answer. In this episode, we will talk about an alternative to saying no while safeguarding your time and brand. Full show notes & links to resources mentioned: https://rachelbrenke.com/epi3/ Join the Business Bites Podcast® group to chat ab…
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I welcome a true powerhouse woman, Cheval, the creative director and owner of She is Cheval, a specialty women's shoe brand. As our conversation unfolds, you'll discover the remarkable journey of a woman who has successfully rebranded herself after a high-stakes legal battle. Cheval's story takes a unique twist from her previous life as a renowned …
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When you walk into a space, whether it’s the waiting room of a doctor’s office or a hotel lobby, it can be easy to forget that someone has made a decision about every aspect of that environment, from the colors on the wall to the chairs you’re sitting in. Today’s guest, Carmeon Hamilton, discovered interior design while in college and immediately s…
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When the world was hit with the COVID-19 pandemic, most businesses were left scrambling to adapt. And while many companies weren’t able to continue, others found ways to pivot and (in the process) were able to diversify and elevate their businesses in profound new ways. Such was the case for today’s guest, Whitney Eckis, Founder and CEO of Eckis Ma…
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Few entrepreneurs start and exit with the same idea. Today’s guest, Brock Johnson, is here to remind listeners that there’s power in just getting started. Tune in to hear Brock’s story of entrepreneurship success, starting with equipping parents to keep their children safe in the digital world. Brock defines entrepreneurship as paid problem solving…
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In all facets of life and business, change is inevitable. The key to ensuring that you stay relevant is to be flexible and willing to adapt to those changes. Today’s guest is Sarah Hill, who started her career as a nurse and, since pivoting to entrepreneurship, has founded multiple successful businesses. During this episode, Sarah and I discuss why…
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I’m so excited to have Jamie Otis (you may have heard of her) back on to chat about life, love, and all the things in between. Jamie was on Married at First Sight and The Bachelor, but today we talk about life beyond the silver screen. Fair warning – this episode may feel heavy at times as we discuss trauma-related topics, therapy and more, so plea…
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If you watch NFL football on Sundays, or you’re a NASCAR fan, you’ll know today’s guest, Shannon Spake for her work as a broadcaster. She’s also a mom of twins, and an Ironman triathlete, and loves to give back to herself, her community, and her family. During today’s episode, we are lucky to host her for a conversation about the challenges of bala…
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Shewww, we packed A LOT into this podcast episode this week! Kia Young, speaker for the Tory Burch Foundation, joins in to chat about the challenges of being an entrepreneur, how marketing strategies have shifted, common mistakes entrepreneurs make, and the importance of an impact-driven mindset. Kia is a successful entrepreneur and an expert in de…
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Listeners may recognize our guest from over 60 roles on the big screen, playing alongside Leonardo DiCaprio in Quentin Tarantino’s Django Unchained, in the blockbuster film, Now You See Me, and on True Detective. But today, she’s here to talk about the eight books she has penned, and to share her unique story of entering the acting world before lev…
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Whew! We are just into the new year and...well..it's been a doozy for many...not unlike the last few years. The thing is, every day we are not working ON our business (versus in) is a day we're losing out on advancement. Lost opportunities. Lost connection. Lost brand value built. However, I get it friend - the start of a new year can be exciting a…
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Running an online fitness business (whether as primary or a revenue stream) can be overwhelming with legalities, administration and content output. However, the legalities shouldn’t be overwhelming - Rachel Brenke from FitLegally® has narrowed down the 3 main contract types you need to have to protect your fitness business www.fitlegally.com Send u…
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The COVID-19 Virus has wreaked havoc on so many areas of our lives, especially our livelihoods in running a photography business. Now that we are over a year into this, many jurisdictions are open for photography, but that comes with its own host of issues. In this video, TheLawTog®- Rachel Brenke - talks about how to evaluate your existing contrac…
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I love helping other entrepreneurs. Business to Business. . .YES, please! I thrive off helping others get a piece of that entrepreneurship pie. And this, this is why I love adding commercial photography into my business and why I think you should too. As photographers, we know how important visual imagery is. We are not just selling photography, bu…
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We’ve been spending the last few videos learning what needs to be included in your contracts, but now it’s time to branch out and learn how to handle cancellations. Your contract is key when it comes to cancellations, but you still need to know how to navigate these situations with finesse. Whether you need to cancel or your client decides to cance…
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Every single day you are bombarded with experts telling you how to run your business, but what do they really know? Recently, we learned that many of the people giving out friendly advice are steering us into dangerous, and potentially illegal, territory.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Your contract can be your best friend especially if you're a photographer if…
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We live in a world full of experts sitting behind their keyboard telling you the best way to run your business. Yes, they are experts in their field, but the reality is that they are not experts in legalities. They are experts in photography. Very few have a law degree or understand how the legal system works for a business owner. Stop listening to…
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You hear it all the time - "Riches are in the niches", "you must niche down to be successful" which yes - absolutely. BUT, I'm telling you, you have to take it a step further. To build your business, you need to get soooo niched down in four major areas that it's actually TERRIFYING. So terrifying, that you're waking up with cold sweats in the midd…
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Navigating heartbreak and the emotions that come with it is often overlooked when it comes to mental health. We are often told how to overcome huge life loss and events but not how to navigate heartbreak. Once we learn to navigate heartbreaks we are able to live life authentically. Ladies, we no longer have to throw our emotions into a box and "jus…
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We live in a world full of experts sitting behind their keyboard telling you the best way to run your business. Yes, they are experts in their field, but the reality is, they are not experts in legalities. Very few have a law degree or understand how the legal system works for a business owner. Stop listening to the lies these “experts” tell you an…
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As entrepreneurs, our natural inclination is to want to put our best foot forward on social media, but building an authentic following is often about being as vulnerable as possible. Today on the show my guest is Jamie Otis, and she joins me to talk about her journey toward vulnerability as a TV personality and social media influencer, and how this…
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Whether you’re just entering the entrepreneurship world, or you’ve been in it for years, you’ve likely already had your fair share of struggles. And let’s be real, there are plenty more to come. But just as the saying goes, “it’s not what happens to you, but your reaction that matters”, the same can be said for struggles. It’s not about the struggl…
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Hiring a business coach is a huge decision. You want to make sure that you hire the right one for your industry, that fits your business structure and your personality. So, not just any one that says they’re a business coach will do. Some have never even run a business themselves outside of being a coach. They aren’t going to understand what you’re…
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Business coaches are out there showing entrepreneurs what they should be doing to get ahead and be successful, but one of the most effective ways to learn is by learning from the mistakes we are making and realizing the things that we, as entrepreneurs, should not be doing. Layci Nelson joins me today to debunk three leadership myths, while offerin…
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Business and life are not separate. In fact, they are completely intertwined. If you’re living to work, working to live, you’re doing it wrong! Business should be a supporting actor to the life we want. It should not be our lives. If you feel overwhelmed, stressed and frustrated in your business, you’re hurting not only your biz, but your relations…
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Hustle culture – I hate it. It’s stressful. It’s overwhelming. It’s just too much. I see it all the time – you’re working so hard, putting all this effort into things to keep up with everyone else, but not everyone has the same end goal. You shouldn’t be comparing or competing with others. Just because you put more effort in, doesn’t necessarily me…
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How often do you say you wish you had more time or there just aren’t enough hours in the day. You’re not alone. Friends, we can make more money, we can hire more people, but we can’t increase time. Time management is so important to the success of your business, and wasted time is absolutely detrimental. I am going to be releasing a free Time Manag…
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Confession time: I’m a MAJOR internet sleuth….I wanna know all. So much so, I’ll watch someones actions online and try to figure out how they maximize their time and energy. In fact, when starting out (and sometimes from time to time) I so bad want to steal another entrepreneur’s planner to see exactly how they DO IT ALL. The reality is, NO ONE is …
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“I wish I could do that” you think to yourself as you scroll through social media. Friend, YOU can. Social media is filled with average people making special choices. Stop wishing for the success you see from your peers and start making your own dreams a reality. There is no special secret to success. You just need to choose to show up consistently…
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“I’m not good enough.” “My product/service isn’t perfect.” “I can do better.” Stop being paralyzed by perfectionism. We all start somewhere, whether we’ve always wanted to be an entrepreneur, or we just fell into it. We all have a solution to a problem for someone. Procrastination because of Imposter syndrome is only causing others to suffer. Help …
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I’m coming back friends! And I’m ready! Ready to help entrepreneurs, dig in to coaching, individually and in groups, helping you build the real biz you want while simultaneously creating the life you want to live. The team and I have been working hard through all the changes, new technology, new offerings, strategizing in different directions and I…
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We all hate legal. Heck, I’m an attorney and some days I don’t like legal. But getting the right legal is vital when it comes to setting up your business. In today’s episode, I’m going to talk about how you can avoid lawyers that suck. To start, I recommend finding an attorney who has an entrepreneurial mindset. As I explain in the show, this is im…
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Contracts can feel tedious, daunting, and even unnecessary. I’m here to tell you that contracts are so much more than that. They are designed to iron out confusion, set parameters for your consumers, and protect you from them. In this episode, I dive into a whole bunch of misconceptions and give you the clarity you’re looking for. To start it all o…
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Do you own your brand? I mean, do you really own your brand? This is one of the most important questions you can ask yourself, because all too often people think they have ownership of their brand, when in fact, it’s as good as someone else’s property — literally. In today’s episode, I want to spend some time explaining the three keys to brand owne…
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I’m going to spend this episode breaking down what I like to call, “The Legal Triad.” I want to frame them as hurdles between you and the customer who might take issue with you, your product or service. First up is setting yourself up as a business entity. First up is setting yourself up as a business entity. Then I get into the nitty-gritties of b…
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We all know that you need to create and publish great content for your business to thrive. But one of the best ways to approach this task is to efficiently organize the process and avoid time-wasting and messaging that is confusing for your consumer. In this episode, I break down how to go about organizing your content calendar, sharing a handful o…
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I’m sharing another step in my proven business formula, which is all about your unique story. The story that you can tell to reach your consuming avatar, your potential clients, your potential customers, so that you can serve them with the solution that you have to their problem. I’ve got five story brand elements that will help you create content …
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Having been in the business for 15 years, I’ve had to evaluate myself, and you guys, all the time. I pick up mistakes, and that’s what we are going to cover today: we are going to sit down and look at the mistakes we make so that we don’t make them again. Full show notes & links to resources mentioned: https://rachelbrenke.com/epi153 Join the Busin…
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Marketing in today's climate is not about throwing as much as possible out there and just hoping something sticks. A more minimal and considered approach will bring you success and rewards in the short and long term, and today I will be sharing three 'V's that can help you trim the fat and make more impact! These are visuals, values, and venues; th…
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Coming into a new year can be difficult, especially when you feel overwhelmed or unsure how to get your business growing to the real business and real life you want. I have opened enrollment for our 52-week coaching program and I know you can benefit from it. 52 weeks of tasks, monthly content videos, feedback from yours truly and sheets galore to …
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