🎙️ The Bold and Brilliant Podcast with Tracie Root
Meet the Woman Behind the Curtain: Tech Strategy and Bold Decisions with Paula Allen
Guest: Paula Allen – Online Business Manager, Strategist & Founder of Services for You
💡 Episode Summary:
In this episode of The Bold and Brilliant Podcast, Tracie chats with the fabulous and tech-savvy Paula Allen, an experienced online business manager and longtime collaborator behind the success of The Gather Community. With over 20 years in the entrepreneurial space, Paula shares how one bold decision transformed her career and gave rise to a thriving business that supports women leaders in bringing their vision to life—without being held back by technology.
Paula walks us through her journey from transcription services to building a VA agency and now serving as a strategic partner for coaches, creatives, and even chiropractors. Whether you’re stuck on platforms like Go High Level or not sure which tech tool to choose, Paula’s got insights that can help you simplify, streamline, and succeed.
We also dig into:
- The evolution of tech for online entrepreneurs
- How to future-proof your business with the right foundation
- What it really means to be a partner in someone’s mission
- Building community and legacy with purpose
- Why networking is still the best growth strategy after two decades in business
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by all the backend stuff, this episode is your permission slip to get help—and make bold moves anyway.
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🔥 Highlights:
- **04:50** – Why Paula got into tech: “I didn’t want tech to hold women back.”
- **13:15** – From daycare center to transcription entrepreneur—how she made the leap.
- **25:40** – Paula’s boldest business decision that changed everything.
- **39:05** – “Every platform has pros and cons. I’m tech-agnostic—I want it to work for YOU.”
- **50:55** – Building a business with legacy and transition in mind.
- **58:30** – How community and networking are still Paula’s #1 growth tools.
✨ About Our Guest:
Paula Allen is an online business manager and founder of *Services for You*. With a passion for empowering women entrepreneurs, she brings decades of experience in tech strategy, virtual support, and platform implementation. Paula is known for her calm confidence, practical tech wisdom, and dedication to meeting business owners exactly where they are.
🔗 Connect with Paula:
🌐 https://www.services-foryou.com
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