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The Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 165 Why Connection - Not More Content - Is the Real Business Advantage in 2025In today’s episode, I’m diving into the mindset shift every business owner needs for 2025: moving from a content-driven strategy to a connection-driven strategy. I’m sharing why real human connection is the true business advantage this year, how retreats are the perfect way to create transformation, and why it’s not about content but about experiences that make people feel seen and heard. Plus, I’m giving you the inside scoop on my Signature Retreat System, open for enrollment until April 30th! Resources Mentioned: Signature Retreat System: amberhousley.com/signatureretreat 2025-04-2515 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 163 Amber’s Front Porch Favorites – What I’m Loving This SpringIn today’s episode, I’m sharing my spring favorites—from glowing skin to my new fitness routine with Peloton strength workouts. I talk about my favorite wellness drinks and even dive into what I’m watching on TV. Plus, I’m embracing my spring color palette and refreshing my wardrobe with some fun new pieces. Tune in for a little light-hearted catch-up on what’s blooming around here!     Links: Apply to the Coterie Mastermind: amberhousley.com/mastermind FG Funnels Special Offer: amberhousley.com/fgfunnels Explore my Invite & Delig...2025-04-1115 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 162 - Are You Chasing Algorithms or Creating Connection?In today’s episode, I’m exploring the idea that instead of chasing algorithms, you should focus on creating deep connections with your audience. With so much content flooding the internet, it’s easy to get caught up in the noise. But what if you slowed down and created transformative experiences that people couldn’t stop talking about? I share insights from my recent Coterie Mastermind Beach Retreat and discuss why connection is the key to building loyalty and trust in your business.   Resources Mentioned: The Retreat Effect Masterclass (April 16th): amberhousley.com/retreatcl...2025-04-1011 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 160 - Spring Reset – Where I’ve Been & What I’m Growing This SeasonAfter a break from the podcast, I’m back to share some personal updates and how life’s challenges led me to rethink my business planning. I talk about embracing more flexibility in my approach, starting a new creative outlet with Sweet Life Letters on Substack, and setting meaningful intentions with my word of the year, Golden, and my spring word, Open. Join me as I reflect on life’s seasons and the freedom that comes with embracing change.   Resources Mentioned: Sweet Life Letters on Substack: sweetlifeletters.substack.com Spring Virtual Retreat...2025-04-0316 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 161 - The Magic of Retreats & What I Learned at the BeachIn today’s episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my recent Coterie Mastermind Beach Retreat. I share the power of hosting intimate, well-curated retreats, and how this event reminded me of the deep connections and transformations that can happen when we gather together. You’ll hear how I’ve refined my retreat process over the years and why retreats—whether big or small—offer incredible value for both hosts and attendees.   Resources Mentioned: The Retreat Effect Masterclass (April 16th): amberhousley.com/retreatclass Coterie Mastermind: amberhousley.com/coteriemastermind 2025-04-0316 minCourses2day.org - Top 1 course sourceCourses2day.org - Top 1 course source[COURSES2DAY.ORG] Amber Housley – Flourish [COURSES2DAY.ORG] Amber Housley – Flourish   Purchase link: https://courses2day.org/amber-housley-flourish/ Visit Courses2day.org now to get full access to at the best price. Contact email: Sp.courses2day@gmail.com Join our community now to receive 10% off as well as access to the latest and most exclusive GB courses Discord: https://bit.ly/Courses2dayCommunity Telegram: https://t.me/Courses2dayChannel Tags: Amber Housley – Flourish Download Amber Housley – Flourish Free Downloads Amber H...2024-09-0900 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 159 - How To Take 4 Months off in Business and Double Your Revenue with VIP Days featuring Sage PolarisToday I'm sitting down with Sage Polaris, consultant, copywriter and VIP Day extraordinaire, to discuss her approach to taking time off in her business and how she was able to double her revenue with VIP days. Sage shares how she's taken four months off every year for the past nine years and has continued to grow her business. Sage shares her insights and strategies for using VIP days as a marketing method and the need to consistently grow your audience in order to maintain the effectiveness of this method.   Takeaways Strategically plan your t...2024-07-0344 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 158 - 10 Strategies to Boost Your Business Growth This SummerWelcome to summer in the Bloom & Grow Show! Today I'm sharing tips and strategies for growing and thriving in your business during this busy season. I encourage you to embrace the summer season for content creation, hosting summer sales or events, planning for the future, connecting with your community, refreshing your brand, focusing on personal growth, creating summer-themed products, enhancing customer engagement, optimizing operations, and preparing for the back-to-school season.   Takeaways: • Embrace the summer season for your content creation by incorporating seasonal themes, colors, and visuals. • Host a summer sale or event...2024-06-2626 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 157 - Pre-Retreat Prep: Shifting from Business Hustle to Hostess MindsetIn today's episode, I'm sharing all about my pre-retreat preparation process and how I shift from a business-focused mindset to a warm and welcoming hostess mindset. I'll take you behind the scenes of what I'm doing to prepare for Inspired Retreat, ensuring that when my attendees arrive, I'm ready to create a fantastic experience for them.   Highlights & Takeaways:   • Shifting Mindsets: I discuss the importance of transitioning from focusing on business priorities to creating a welcoming atmosphere for retreat attendees. • Engaging Pre-Retreat Communication: I share strategies for connecting with attendees before...2024-04-0418 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 156 - Marketing Magic for Retreats: How to Fill Your SpotsIn this episode, I dive into the world of marketing magic for retreats. Drawing from my extensive experience in hosting retreats and live events, I share three innovative marketing techniques to help ensure your retreat is fully booked. Whether you're a seasoned retreat host or just starting out, these strategies are sure to ignite your marketing efforts and attract the right participants to your transformative experience.   Highlights: • Introduction to Marketing Magic: I share my passion for marketing and how it can sometimes feel overwhelming with so many options available. I emphasize the importance of...2024-03-2815 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 155 - The Power of VIP Days: Redefining Retreats to Elevate Your Business with Guest Sarah MasciJoin me in this episode as I sit down with my guest, Sarah Masci, to explore the transformative power of VIP Days within the realm of retreats and how they can take your business to the next level. Incorporating VIP Days into your business model can lead to transformative experiences for your clients and increased revenue for your business.   Highlights: • Sarah shares her expertise on hosting retreats and VIP days, discussing transformational impact, location selection, logistics, and format/content design. • Discover how attending a retreat can be life-changing and translate into power...2024-03-2641 minBalancing BusyBalancing BusyLet's Simplify Sales Funnels and Value Ladders with Amber Housley: Part 2 (#102)Send us a textIn this episode of the Balancing Busy podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with the brilliant Amber Housley, where we explored the intricacies of sales funnels, and the art of creating value ladders.  Because it's such a big topic- I split this into two parts. This is Part 2. Before we dive too deep, I want to address something crucial: feeling overwhelmed. Trust me, I've been there. With all the marketing buzzwords and tech talk, it's easy to feel like you're drowning in information. But here's the secret: take it one st...2024-03-2621 minBalancing BusyBalancing BusyLet's Simplify Sales Funnels and Value Ladders with Amber Housley: Part 1 (#101)Send us a textFull Show Notes at 101.balancingbusypodcast.comIn this episode of the Balancing Busy podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with the brilliant Amber Housley, where we explored the intricacies of sales funnels, and the art of creating value ladders.  Because it's such a big topic- I split this into two parts. This is Part 1. Before we dive too deep, I want to address something crucial: feeling overwhelmed. Trust me, I've been there. With all the marketing buzzwords and tech talk, it's easy to feel like you're drowning in in...2024-03-2628 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 154 - 10 Ways Your Retreat Budget Gets Blown: A Guide to Staying on Track and ProfitableIn today's episode, I dive into the top 10 budget busters that retreat hosts face and how to avoid them. From choosing the right location to managing food and swag costs, I share practical tips to help you stay profitable while delivering an amazing retreat experience. Whether you're a seasoned host or planning your first event, these insights will set you up for success.   Key Takeaways: Location Selection: Opt for budget-friendly destinations that align with your retreat's theme. Room Blocks: Approach room blocks cautiously to avoid unnecessary costs. Budgeting: Know y...2024-03-2227 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 153 - Stitching Success: Building Community and Creativity with Christen PhillipsDive into the power of retreats in building community and creativity. On today's episode I welcome Christen Phillips, the creative force behind I See Stars Quilting, to share her journey from starting a modern quilting blog to hosting sold-out retreats that bring women together in creativity and connection. Discover how Christen's retreats have transformed her business, deepened her community, and inspired attendees to embrace their quilting passion.   Key Takeaways: From Blog to Business: Christen's evolution from starting a quilting blog to creating a thriving community. Retreat Inspiration: How attending Amber's retreats i...2024-03-1931 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 152 - Retreat Realities: Unpacking the Highs and Lows of Creating EventsWelcome to the realities of planning and hosting retreats. In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes, sharing my personal stories, including the highs, the lows, and the lessons learned from over a decade of event planning experience. Combined with a bit of humor, the insights I provide in this episode offer a valuable look into the complexities and rewards of retreat planning. My emphasis on authenticity, community, and self-care offers inspiration for anyone looking to create impactful and memorable events.   Highlights: • My extensive background in event planning, from college day...2024-03-1451 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 151 - Crafting Community: Building Authenticity Through Live Events with Cathy OlsonToday I had the extreme pleasure of chatting with my good friend, Cathy Olson, of Funnel Gorgeous. Join me as we follow her journey from a design business start-up to co-founding a multi-million dollar company. We discuss the importance of authenticity and building a community of like-minded individuals, and our experiences hosting retreats and conferences. Cathy shares the details of the recent Funnel Gorgeous Retreat, a small, intimate event that focuses on deep connections and valuable content. We also touch on the logistics and challenges of organizing events, including shipping swag and managing attendee expectations...2024-03-1244 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 150 - My Retreat Learning Curve: From Event Attendee to Event ExpertIn this episode, we're diving into the journey from being an attendee at retreats more than a decade ago to becoming an expert in hosting them. Join me as I share my personal growth and key lessons learned along the way in bringing my retreat dreams to life. You'll also get a peek at life right now - which feels very much like a transition season. With just finishing hosting a Coterie Mastermind retreat and preparing for Inspired Retreat, while also in the middle of an office refresh, everything feels a little imperfect right now.   H...2024-03-0718 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 149 Stories of Transformation: The Power of a Purposeful Retreat with Pink CreativesIn this episode I chat with the creative duo behind Pink Creatives: Wendy Conklin & Sara McDaniel. They share their journey of creating a unique retreat experience for creative entrepreneurs, with insights into their individual businesses and the impact of the Invite & Delight retreat planning program.   Key Takeaways: Sarah and Wendy's Creative Journeys: Learn about their backgrounds in content creation, chair design, and real estate investing. Birth of Pink Creatives Retreat: Discover how the retreat was conceived to address the demand for creative business coaching. Retreat Experience: Get a glimpse i...2024-03-0538 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 148 - Embracing the Spring Season in Your Business and LifeIn this episode of The Bloom and Grow Show, I dive into the spring season, both in terms of our menstrual cycles and the calendar year. I share how aligning with the energy of spring can help us plan, set goals, and be creative in our businesses. I also talk about my upcoming spring retreat, Craft and Create, and how it's designed to help women entrepreneurs connect with their creativity and set themselves up for success in the coming season. Key Points: Winter Recap: I recap the winter season of your cycle and how it...2024-02-2322 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 147 - Embracing the Winter Season: A Guide to Empowerment and ProductivityWelcome back to another episode of the Bloom & Grow Show! Today, we're diving into a topic that might not be on everyone's radar but is incredibly important for female entrepreneurs: embracing the different seasons of your menstrual cycle.  Join me as we explore how understanding and honoring your cycle can lead to greater productivity, self-care, and empowerment in both your personal and professional life. I review the four seasons of your cycle: winter, spring, summer and fall, and chat about the specifics of how each phase corresponds to different hormonal changes in the body and o...2024-02-1423 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 146 - Unveiling My 2024 Blueprint + Goals for Business and LifeIn this inspiring episode, I warmly welcome listeners to the dawn of 2024, sharing my personal and professional goals for the year. The episode kicks off with my reflections on the much-needed break taken since December, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and aligning with the season's rhythm.   I delve into the unexpected 'Snowmageddon 2024' that blanketed Nashville, drawing parallels between this event and the quiet, introspective days of the pandemic. This natural pause allowed for family bonding and a reconnection with the essence of joy and simplicity in life. Exactly what the winter season is f...2024-01-2555 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 145 - Financial Facelift: Why Your Business Goals Need a Monetary Makeover with Portia JacksonToday, I had the ultimate pleasure of interviewing Portia Jackson, a certified financial planner and money coach for online entrepreneurs. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to grow their business while maintaining a balanced, satisfying personal life. Her approach to financial planning, emphasizing personal satisfaction over the hustle culture, is a breath of fresh air.   We dive into Portia's intriguing journey from engineering to financial planning, uncovering the steps and insights that led her to her current role.   Growth and Wisdom Highlights: How best to...2023-12-0641 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 144 - Courage in Creativity: Thriving in the World of Entrepreneurship with Elizabeth McCravyTake a deep dive into a meaningful conversation with the amazingly talented designer, podcaster, and template shop owner, Elizabeth McCravy.   In this episode of the Bloom & Grow Show, Elizabeth opens up about her current focus on developing an educational course during her pregnancy, and her excitement for expanding her range of educational content in the future. Elizabeth shares her passion for course creation and website template design, expressing how these creative outlets bring her joy and fulfillment.   During our chat, Elizabeth also touches upon a past venture, sharing her experience with cr...2023-11-0849 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 143 - People Before Pitches: Crafting a Friendly Marketing Space with Sara DunnStep inside the world of wedding SEO with expert, Sara Dunn, in this insightful episode of the Bloom & Grow Show! 🎤 Sara opens up about her unique approach to hosting Lunch and Learn sessions, skillfully rotating core topics while introducing fresh, captivating content to keep her audience engaged and connected. Discover how she’s turned these sessions into a welcoming community space, offering invaluable advice and subtly showcasing her services in a manner that feels more like a friendly chat than a sales pitch. But the learning doesn’t stop there—Sara takes us through her monthly marketing routines...2023-11-0132 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 142 - Business Rewind: A 2014 Flashback and 2023 HindsightCome take a journey with me in this episode as we step back in time to explore the early years of my business. It all began with a simple Facebook Memory post from 9 years ago that triggered a cascade of memories. Back then, I was not only managing the business as a side hustle but also navigating the challenges of raising a baby and a kindergartener.   I'll walk you through the products and services I was passionately creating and offering to the world during those days. We'll delve into the surprising sales I was making, w...2023-10-1829 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 141 - Sales Funnels Unveiled: How to Strategically Work SmarterIn this solo episode, I'm excited to take a deep dive into the world of strategic online sales funnels. Drawing from my recent experience at the successful Bloom and Grow Live event, I share how having a strategic foundation in place allowed me to work smarter, not harder, in creating and executing sales funnels, offer pages, and email campaigns quickly. I'll walk you through the essential elements that make up a sales funnel and explain how to get started with the necessary assets.   Growth and Wisdom Highlights: You’re doing a disservice if you...2023-10-0637 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 140 - Behind the Mic: Mastering Speaking and Hosting Live Events with Laylee EmadiJoin us as we sit down with Laylee Emadi, a coach for speakers and educators in the creative industry and the host of the Creative Educator Conference. In this friendly conversation, we explore the art of effective speaking and hosting live events. Laylee shares valuable insights on aligning your speaking content with your business offers, ensuring that your presentations not only impact your audience but also benefit your bottom line. Discover how to be of service to event hosts and attendees, leaving a memorable mark both on stage and behind the scenes. Whether you're a seasoned speaker...2023-10-0436 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 139 - Retreat to Reality: Navigating Post-Retreat Self-CareIn this episode, I take you on a personal journey into the world of business retreats and the often-overlooked phase that comes after the event - post-retreat self-care and reintegration. Join me as I share my own recent experience hosting my transformative "Bloom & Grow Live" event. I'll open up about the raw emotions and insights I gained during the event and, more importantly, the practical strategies I employed afterward to ensure a smooth transition back into my business. From managing the post-retreat high to maintaining momentum in my business, you'll find valuable tips and actionable advice for...2023-09-2921 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 138 - Fall into Joy: Balancing Motherhood and Home with Eboni CreightonIn this insightful episode, we welcome guest, Eboni Creighton, the Mommy Teacher Expert from cr8joi.com. With a Master's degree in Elementary Education and over 15 years of experience as an Elementary School Teacher, Eboni brings a wealth of knowledge to our discussion. As the fall season ushers in a flurry of activities and responsibilities, Eboni shares her mission to infuse joy into the lives of moms and women, especially during this busy season when home, school, and business priorities often collide. She offers practical tips and a unique educational twist to help you create more joy...2023-09-2752 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 137 - Going From Wedding Planner to Expert Educator, Coach and Course Creator with Candice CoppolaCandice helps wedding pros build a profitable business with purpose; giving them the short cuts and secrets she’s learned along the way. Amber and Candice talk about pricing, authenticity, over-delivering, content creation and the magic of turning 40!   Growth and Wisdom Highlights: Going "live" for the first time as a shy content creator  You have to grow into being the unpolished version of yourself, but when you do, that’s when you really start attracting likeminded clients. Let everyone around you self-select! How to know how much to charge for your programs and produc...2023-09-2048 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 136 - Capturing Retreat Magic: How Photography Elevates Your Event with Jessica McIntoshJessica McIntosh is a branding, portrait and retreat photographer with 15 years of experience capturing the most beautiful moments when women finally invest in themselves! Today we talk about the huge value that a photographer adds to your in-person retreat or live event. And how communication, collaboration, and encouragement are key to capturing images that best reflect you and your brand.  Growth and Wisdom Highlights: How to build a retreat team, including a photographer, to best support you and your attendees   Infuse personality into your retreat! Bring in people who can model proactive be...2023-09-1343 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 135 - Living in the Energy of the Seasons with Andrea ClaassenMeet today's guest, Andrea Claassen. Andrea is an expert in helping women align their minds and bodies with the seasons and cycles of life. Today we’re talking about applying Ayurveda and the wisdom of life to each day, practice by practice. In particular, how we can apply these practices for the coming fall season to benefit our lives and businesses. We also chat about publishing a book, coaching and producing a podcast while staying true to ourselves, and the cycles of life. Growth and Wisdom Highlights: Applying Ayurvedic practices to help us em...2023-09-0854 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 134 - If I Overcame This Fear, What Could Happen?They say to “choose your hard” right? We’ve got two choices and they are both hard.  We can try something new and feel the fear of failure or we can stay where we are and forever battle feelings of regret, the regret of not going after what we want. I have two stories for you today that illustrate this dilemma. One is about my daughter and the other is about me.  Growth and Wisdom Highlights: When it comes to processing fears or feelings, take the time to journal and let your inner vo...2023-08-3130 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 133 - Blooming Bright: Summer Business Progress ReportDon't try to tell me that summer is over. We technically have one more month to work on and meet our summer goals so let's do a check-in together to see how things are going! Yep, we've got a little bit of a casual Friday vibe on the podcast today, so welcome!  Growth and Wisdom Highlights: How to embrace an ADHD work style. Don't hold back your skills and knowledge - share that goodness with the world! Being intentional with planning your weeks based on your energy to amplify your presence. Take A...2023-08-2537 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 132 - Creativity, Dreaming Big, and Weirdness are Magnetic with Amber LilyestromMeet Amber Lilyestrom! She loves cats. She loves living by the lake. And, she believes in sharing your weirdness with the world so that the people who will love you can find you!  Amber Lilyestrom is a business mentor, branding expert, author and speaker. She helps female entrepreneurs live fully into their visions and expand their capacity for receiving in life and business. In fact, Amber's been a longtime mentor and coach of mine, and I'm so excited to have her on today's episode to share all her wisdom with you! Growth and Wi...2023-08-2357 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 131 - Bringing "Pop-up" and Confetti Energy to Retail with Maghon TaylorMaghon Taylor is celebrating 10 years in retail and she’s here to tell us how she built such a creative, beautiful and community-integrated business!  All She Wrote Notes is a brick and mortar store in Gibsonville, North Carolina that offers beautiful stationery, books, lettering classes and more. Think of a book fair and a colorful “pop-up” and a boutique all in one!  And, an exciting announcement: Betty Confetti #2 comes out October 3rd!    Growth and Wisdom Highlights: We have natural seasons in our business growth. Choose...2023-08-1740 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 130 - Unlock Your Spring Business Energy: Strategies for Thriving in the New SeasonSpring is a great time for businesses to make changes and grow and there are plenty of ways to make the most of the season and ensure success for your business. Embrace the energy of renewal and revamping any area of your business that could use improvement, such as updating your branding or refreshing your website.  Celebrate your successes and learn from your past history of the previous season. Take some time this season to create new relationships with potential clients or partners and build a supportive network around your business.  Un...2023-03-2213 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEp. 129 - I’m Back! Stepping into a New SeasonToday I’m walking you through winter, spring, summer, and fall of 2022 and how I grew as a person and as a business owner.  2022 was a year where I needed to shed some layers. I focused on alignment and recalibration, and I wrote a new chapter of health and wellness in my life.    Growth and Wisdom Highlights: What if flourishing wasn’t about increasing in size? What if it meant going deeper instead of wide? What if it meant being more rooted and strong? Stop delegating your magic. This is your busines...2023-03-1739 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 128 - How To Get Started Planning Your First RetreatAfter 20 years of hosting experiences and live events, I know what it takes to bring your brand to life. Over many years of trial and error, I’ve found that getting started can sometimes always feel like the hardest part.    In this episode, I'm letting you in on a few guidelines that are key to follow when taking the plunge to starting your first retreat. I follow this framework for each and every retreat I have, and it truly is the backbone of creating an event that comes full circle.   Highlights:  Ou...2021-12-0120 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 127 - Quick Tips to Land Media For Your BusinessThis month in the Blooming Business Inner Circle, we’re talking about collaboration and how you can leverage it to grow your business.Today’s episode shares two things you can do to land some of the media you’ve always wanted for your business or brand. This is just a small peek at the strategies and frameworks I’m covering this month, so be sure and join our marketing and business mastermind today.    Highlights:  Subscribe to HelpAReporter.com and get potential collaborations delivered right to your inbox Build relationships with local reporters ...2021-11-2321 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 126 - 3 Things You Need To Have A Successful RetreatIn today’s mini-episode, I’m sharing my secret sauce to creating, hosting, and selling not only retreats, workshops but also live events. This is my signature trifecta that has created raving testimonials and transformations in my clients and customers. This also could serve as a great yardstick to compare to the experience you might be currently planning or selling right now. When I break each of these down, consider how they compare to what you are currently planning and where you might need to make some adjustments.   Content What are you learning?  What a...2021-11-1716 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 125 - Which is Best For Me? Retreat or WorkshopNow that live events are coming back, there’s been a bit of buzz around the words workshop and retreat. There’s also been confusion on what each of them means, how they each make profits in a business, and which one would best fit my business. So in today’s episode, I’m clearing up the confusion and we’re diving deeper into:   What’s the difference between a retreat and workshops? The Pro’s and Con’s of Workshops. The Pro’s and Con’s of Retreats. And answering the question, How to determine which is...2021-11-1020 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 124 - What I Learned After Hosting My 16th RetreatI just got back from hosting my 16th Inspired Retreat in the gorgeous woods and hills of Tennessee. It was a delightful return to my home away from home and as always it was a week full of learning, for both me and our attendees. I’m always aiming to make each experience better and more impactful than the last, and so I am always open to reviewing what worked and what didn’t. Let’s unpack all the lessons learned from this retreat. The debrief document that we create for every retreat and live event What c...2021-11-0340 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 123 - What To Do Before You Launch Your Next OfferAs we’re in the midst of Q4, most businesses are preparing to launch their new offer to the world. But before you go and create the graphics, send the emails and tell the world about the new amazing thing you have to offer, I want you to check and see if you’ve hit these 5 milestones.    Validate your offer Set your goals Name your prize Check the stakes Schedule self care   We do things against the hustle culture here in the #sweetlifesisterhood. I desire you to have a launch that is thriving, joy-fil...2021-10-2620 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 122 - Top Myths About Hosting Retreats and WorkshopsI’ve been teasing for a little bit now and I’ve got something incredible coming your way on how you can create your own pretty and profitable retreat, workshop or live event. From rooftops of Las Vegas casinos to planning luxury weddings right here in Nashville, I know what it takes to create outstanding events and I want to bust the top myths you might be believing.   Top Myths: No one wants live events right now because of Covid  You need to be a girly girl and extraverted to host a retreat  Retreats don’t m...2021-10-1831 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 121 - 4 Things I Have To Tell YouI’m BACCCKKKK!  It’s been a whirlwind of a season these last 4 months and I’m excited to be back bringing you an update on where I’ve been and the things that are to come. With recently celebrating my 41st birthday and finally feeling like I’m in a spring season of my life, I’m sharing all the things I’m learning, loving, leaving behind and stepping into.  Let’s dive in and unpack all the trials and triumphs this last season has brought.    Highlights: 4 things I’m leaving behind from...2021-10-1338 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 120 - Looking Back on the First Two Years of My Inner Circle ProgramIt's been two years since I started my signature membership program: The Blooming Business Inner Circle. In that time I've learned so much! In this episode, I'm sharing the microphone with our special guest and Inner Circle Client Concierge, Jordan Boss. We'll discuss the ins and outs of our all-inclusive business mastermind. We'll also share some insight if you've ever thought about creating your own membership or group program experience. To date, over 300+ women have been part of this program. We focus on proven frameworks alongside smart and simplified marketing strategies. We've created a community...2021-07-2241 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 119 - What To Do Before You Make A Plan For the Second Half of 2021Can you believe how fast this year has flown by? This season (and this year) may look different to you, and that's okay. In this episode, we're not looking to get back on course. We're making our own rules because in entrepreneurship that's what you can do. Let's face it, 2020 was a bit of a whirlwind and in 2021 we're all still playing catch up. Balancing life, motherhood, and business still hasn't been made any easier. Today I'm sharing with you tips on how to manage your time and where to put your focus in your business for...2021-07-2025 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 118 - The Impact of Covid-19 On My BusinessIt's been two years, but I am so happy to be back with the Bloom & Grow Show podcast! So much has changed within myself and the world since the last episode. Today, I'm sharing with you some lessons I have learned both personally and professionally from the past year. I'm getting vulnerable with you and I'll even let you in on some of my journal entries during this time. From being ill with Covid-19 and trying to run a business through the pandemic, I'll tell you, girl, it wasn't easy. If there's anything I learned it was...2021-07-2024 minBreakthrough Brand Podcast - Online Business Growth, Website Design Strategies, Grow a Podcast, Motherhood and Business, Passive Income, Christian Faith, Showit TemplatesBreakthrough Brand Podcast - Online Business Growth, Website Design Strategies, Grow a Podcast, Motherhood and Business, Passive Income, Christian Faith, Showit Templates115: Keys to Building a Wildly Successful Mastermind and Membership Community with Amber HousleyToday I’m chatting with my friend, Amber Housley, and this is a FUN ONE, guys! Amber and I have known each other for years and have both worked together professionally. I designed her lovely website and she’s been my coach in her mastermind and membership community.    We talk about multiple things in this interview, but a big focus is on how to build a successful membership community OR a mastermind program in your business. She’s done both well, and there’s a lot of overlapping principles to creating a successful business with these offe...2021-04-2758 minAmbitious Mom PodcastAmbitious Mom PodcastHosting a Successful Creative Conference with Amber HousleyHave you ever thought about hosting an in-person retreat or workshop? In this episode of the Ambitious Motherhood Podcast we talk with Amber Housley all about how’s she’s hosted a successful creative conference.In this episode, you’ll hearHow to plan the objectives of an in-person retreatUsing an in-person event to sell additional offers in your businessAre you ready to finally take your idea and expertise and turn it into a profitable online business that you can run on “nap time hours”? Apply now for a complimentary Gameplan Call with Katie to strateg...2019-07-0829 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 117 - Why Community Is Important For Your BusinessHave you ever felt like no one really understands what you do and gives your a confused look when you try to explain your business?🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️ As an online entrepreneur/mompreneur, I feel that way sometimes and that’s why on today’s episode, I share with you the importance of finding a community to be your cheerleaders, supporters, and someone to talk shop with and where to find those friends. I also dole out some of the best advice I have received about why it’s not always best to be the smartest girl in the room. I also highlight the need to nurture your persona...2019-03-1916 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 117 - Why Community Is Important For Your BusinessHave you ever felt like no one really understands what you do and gives your a confused look when you try to explain your business?‍♀️‍♀️‍♀️As an online entrepreneur/mompreneur, I feel that way sometimes and that’s why on today’s episode, I share with you the importance of finding a community to be your cheerleaders, supporters, and someone to talk shop with and where to find those friends. I also dole out some of the best advice I have received about why it’s not always best to be the smartest girl in the room. I also highlight the need to nurture your...2019-03-1916 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 116 - How to Create Live Video Content That Connects & Converts On today’s episode I am sharing my best tips for creating live video content that connects and converts. These days, studies have shown that 80% of users would rather watch live video from a brand than read any of their content marketing posts and that their retention rate is higher! I was shocked by these results and I want to help you harness the power and potential of live video on platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. In this episode I advise you on which platforms to share your content, the types of content you should be sharing, an...2019-03-1215 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 116 - How to Create Live Video Content That Connects & ConvertsOn today’s episode I am sharing my best tips for creating live content that connects and converts. These days, studies have shown that 80% of users would rather watch live video from a brand than read any of their content marketing posts and that their retention rate is higher! I was shocked by these results and I want to help you harness the power and potential of live video on platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. In this episode I advise you on which platforms to share your content, the types of content you should be sharing, and how be...2019-03-1215 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 115 - Tips for Planning Your Solo Working Retreat In January, I spent a weekend alone in a converted barn on the edge of the woods working hard on my business. I left feeling energized and focused with completed task list. So today friends, I am sharing with you the basics for how to plan your own solo working retreat in an effective and refreshing way. From what you should bring, never underestimate the importance of cozy slippers, to the need to set a pace and an intention, as well as how to structure your time. Listen in and start planning your own retreat, because let me tell...2019-03-0117 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 115 - Tips for Planning Your Solo Working RetreatIn January, I spent a weekend alone in a converted barn on the edge of the woods working hard on my business. I left feeling energized and focused with completed task list. So today friends, I am sharing with you the basics for how to plan your own solo working retreat in an effective and refreshing way. From what you should bring, never underestimate the importance of cozy slippers, to the need to set a pace and an intention, as well as how to structure your time. Listen in and start planning your own retreat, because let me tell you...2019-03-0117 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 114 - February Home & Life Update and 2019 Goals Welcome to Season 2 of The Bloom and Grow Show! In today’s episode I am sharing with you all of my goals for 2019, as well as my Word of The Year! First, I break down what has been working and not working so well in my business this year and my plans for restructuring and refining my business. Even though it is mid-February, it’s never too late friends to start on your new year’s goals - there is nothing magical about the January 1st date. I am sharing with you all my business, home, family, and life goals...2019-02-2630 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 113 - Inspired Retreat: How It All Began Today’s short and sweet episode of The Bloom and Grow Show delves into the details of how and why Inspired Retreat began. I share with you how it has evolved over the years, from a day long workshop into the 4-day in-person experience of today. My goal is to give a group of talented female entrepreneurs the space and time to focus on their thriving businesses and leave transformed, refreshed, and supported. It would be a privilege and an honor to welcome you this May, so join your fellow sisters and I on this journey and si...2019-02-1911 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 112 - How to Effectively Market Without It Taking Over Your LifeIn this episode, I offer up some ground rules that you should implement in order to simplify your day and have more fun with your business. I also answer your top questions about marketing online and via social media.2019-02-1221 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 112: How to Effectively Market Without It Taking Over Your Life In this brand new episode of The Bloom and Grow Show I discuss the best ways to effectively market your business without it taking over your life. I offer up some ground rules that you should implement in order to simplify your day and have more fun with your business. I also answer your top questions about marketing online and via social media. So grab your sweet tea, a pen & paper, and listen in! Highlights Why understanding your audience and knowing the brands they follow will help you to find the right platforms to market...2019-02-1221 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Jessica Turner On this final Special Edition Flourish episode, I interview my friend Jessica Turner, a fellow multi-passionate and multi-faceted businesswoman. While working full time in healthcare doing corporate marketing, she has found the time to write multiple books and run a lifestyle blog, The Mom Creative, for busy moms. In this interview, she explains the joy and fulfillment that comes from keeping her full time job, despite success from her blog and books. She also discusses the unique challenges to self-publishing and marketing her husband’s children’s books, as well as her own books. Jessica also shares why relationships are...2019-02-0125 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Jessica TurnerOn this final Special Edition Flourish episode, I interview my friend Jessica Turner, a fellow multi-passionate and multi-faceted businesswoman. While working full time in healthcare doing corporate marketing, she has found the time to write multiple books and run a lifestyle blog, The Mom Creative, for busy moms. In this interview, she explains the joy and fulfillment that comes from keeping her full time job, despite success from her blog and books. She also discusses the unique challenges to self-publishing and marketing her husband’s children’s books, as well as her own books. Jessica also shares why relationships are curr...2019-02-0125 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Tiffany TolliverTiffany Tolliver designs high-converting brands for women ready to create an online presence that truly gets results. In this Special Edition Flourish episode, we chat about Tiffany’s recent move from Washington D.C. to LA and how that has affected her life and her brand. Tiffany also shares with me her best tips about marketing, what has worked for her and what has not in her business, as well as the need to understand and acknowledge your worth.2019-01-3116 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Tiffany Tolliver Tiffany Tolliver designs high-converting brands for women ready to create an online presence that truly gets results. In this Special Edition Flourish episode, we chat about Tiffany’s recent move from Washington D.C. to LA and how that has affected her life and her brand. Tiffany also shares with me her best tips about marketing, what has worked for her and what has not in her business, as well as the need to understand and acknowledge your worth. This special edition episode offers a sneak peek at the content available in my signature Flourish 5-Day Marketing Pl...2019-01-3116 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Lara CaseyI have worked with this special guest and friend for a few years now as her marketing director and it was a pleasure to speak with her in this Special Edition Episode. Lara Casey is the CEO of Cultivate What Matters (maker of one of my favorite tools, the PowerSheets goal planner). During our interview, Lara discusses her brands greatests strength, a few marketing wins, and what she plans to work on in the year to come. As a mompreneur, she shares some of her best advice to those starting out on their journey, including the realization that you are...2019-01-0914 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Lara Casey I have worked with this special guest and friend for a few years now as her marketing director and it was a pleasure to speak with her in this Special Edition Episode. Lara Casey is the CEO of Cultivate What Matters (maker of one of my favorite tools, the PowerSheets goal planner). During our interview, Lara discusses her brands greatests strength, a few marketing wins, and what she plans to work on in the year to come. As a mompreneur, she shares some of her best advice to those starting out on their journey, including the realization that you...2019-01-0914 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Shunta GrantWho doesn’t love a perfectly placed hair bow in your child’s pigtails, I know I sure do! In this Special Edition Flourish episode, I interview Shunta Grant, creator and owner of Because of Zoe Designs, which designs handcrafted hair bows using premium fabrics. This attorney turned mompreneur shares with me her most successful marketing tactic (hint, a little teasing can go a long way), how she exchanged a living for a life, and the importance knowing who her business serves, what matters to those people, & why it matters to them.2019-01-0516 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Shunta Grant Who doesn’t love a perfectly placed hair bow in your child’s pigtails, I know I sure do! In this Special Edition Flourish episode, I interview Shunta Grant, creator and owner of Because of Zoe Designs, which designs handcrafted hair bows using premium fabrics. This attorney turned mompreneur shares with me her most successful marketing tactic (hint, a little teasing can go a long way), how she exchanged a living for a life, and the importance knowing who her business serves, what matters to those people, & why it matters to them. This special edition episode offers a sn...2019-01-0516 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Kathy RomeroIn this Special Edition episode, I interviewed Kathy Romero, the founder of Kathy Romero Weddings and Events, a small company that does impressive work all over the world! Kathy shared with me her marketing wins from the past year, plans for the future, and a misstep along the way to her success (never underestimate the need for space in your work schedule). She ends our interview with the encouragement to fellow mompreneurs to never stop dreaming big!2019-01-0412 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Kathy Romero In this Special Edition episode, I interviewed Kathy Romero, the founder of Kathy Romero Weddings and Events, a small company that does impressive work all over the world! Kathy shared with me her marketing wins from the past year, plans for the future, and a misstep along the way to her success (never underestimate the need for space in your work schedule). She ends our interview with the encouragement to fellow mompreneurs to never stop dreaming big! This special edition episode offers a sneak peek at the content available in my signature Flourish 5-Day Marketing Plan Workshop...2019-01-0412 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Lindsay Teague MorenoIn this Special Edition episode, I interview Lindsay Teague Moreno, a serial entrepreneur and published author. We dive into her journey from a photographer to a multi-talented Jack Jill-of-all trades, who is making entrepreneurship a viable option for moms who want to share their talents and gifts with the world. She offers insightful advice from her experiences, including the value in planning your social media, and how to embrace what isn’t working in your business and how to fix it.2019-01-0318 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Lindsay Teague Moreno In this Special Edition episode, I interview Lindsay Teague Moreno, a serial entrepreneur and published author. We dive into her journey from a photographer to a multi-talented Jack Jill-of-all trades, who is making entrepreneurship a viable option for moms who want to share their talents and gifts with the world. She offers insightful advice from her experiences, including the value in planning your social media, and how to embrace what isn’t working in your business and how to fix it. This special edition episode offers a sneak peek at the content available in my signature Flourish 5-D...2019-01-0318 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Lisa FunkLisa Funk is a hand lettering artist and creative founder of Hand Lettered Design. In this Special Edition Flourish episode, I chat with Lisa about her successes and failures in her business and what she learned from them, her future plans that include focusing on facebook ads and evergreen sales, as well as the importance of embracing the chaos in one’s business and life as a mompreneur.2019-01-0220 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Lisa Funk Lisa Funk is a hand lettering artist and creative founder of Hand Lettered Design. In this Special Edition Flourish episode, I chat with Lisa about her successes and failures in her business and what she learned from them, her future plans that include focusing on facebook ads and evergreen sales, as well as the importance of embracing the chaos in one’s business and life as a mompreneur. This special edition episode offers a sneak peek at the content available in my signature Flourish 5-Day Marketing Plan Workshop. These short & sweet guest interviews feature industry friends and I...2019-01-0220 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Amber LilyestromIn this Special Edition Flourish episode, I interview my friend, fellow mompreneur, and business coach Amber Lilyestrom. She shares with me her journey from only providing one-on-one coaching to launching her own mastermind. We also discuss the importance of being oneself and riding the wave of brand me in a world surrounded by people trying to put us in boxes. Amber also doles out some important advice for mompreneurs just starting out.2019-01-0111 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Amber Lilyestrom In this Special Edition Flourish episode, I interview my friend, fellow mompreneur, and business coach Amber Lilyestrom. She shares with me her journey from only providing one-on-one coaching to launching her own mastermind. We also discuss the importance of being oneself and riding the wave of brand me in a world surrounded by people trying to put us in boxes. Amber also doles out some important advice for mompreneurs just starting out. This special edition episode offers a sneak peek at the content available in my signature Flourish 5-Day Marketing Plan Workshop. These short & sweet guest interviews...2019-01-0111 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Brittani AllenIn this Special Edition Flourish episode, I interview Brittani Allen. She is the creator and owner of Pinch Of Help, a home organization service that helps families clear the clutter, while also creating a healthier space. We discuss her brand’s greatest strength; listening to customers, so simple, yet so effective! We also dig into the marketing campaign tactics that work and didn’t work for Brittani in the past years and what she has learned from them. Lastly, she offers up lots of brilliant advice for fellow mompreneurs that you don’t want to miss.2019-01-0121 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Brittani Allen In this Special Edition Flourish episode, I interview Brittani Allen. She is the creator and owner of Pinch Of Help, a home organization service that helps families clear the clutter, while also creating a healthier space . We discuss her brand’s greatest strength; listening to customers, so simple, yet so effective! We also dig into the marketing campaign tactics that work and didn’t work for Brittani in the past years and what she has learned from them. Lastly, she offers up lots of brilliant advice for fellow mompreneurs that you don’t want to miss. This specia...2019-01-0121 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 111: Reflections & 2018 Year in Review In this episode, I share my reflections and progress on goals from 2018. You can see the highlights and photo memories at this blog post available here: https://www.amberhousley.com/blog/2018-year-in-review Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Watch the replay of my FREE Goal Setting in Business + Life Workshop Get my Goal Setting Workbook + Training to uncover your vision for the year ahead in your business Order your 2019 PowerSheets Intentional Goal Planner from Cultivate What Matters Sign up to be notified when the Flourish Marketing...2018-12-2830 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 111: Reflections & 2018 Year in ReviewIn this episode, I share my reflections and progress on goals from 2018. You can see the highlights at this blog post available here: https://www.amberhousley.com/blog/2018-year-in-review2018-12-2830 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Cathy Olson In this special episode, I chat with my friend and fellow mompreneur, Cathy Olson, who runs Love Inspired. We discuss her business, which is the perfect mix of beauty and brains, where website and graphic design goes beyond something pretty into something smart, strategic, authentic, and message based. She shares some of her brand’s greatest strengths, as well as a marketing campaign tactic that didn’t quite work out, but how to turn failure into success. Cathy shares lots of advice, from the types of marketing ads that are growing, when to hire outside contractors, and how to ask...2018-12-2418 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Cathy OlsonIn this special episode, I chat with my friend and fellow mompreneur, Cathy Olson, who runs Love Inspired. We discuss her business, which is the perfect mix of beauty and brains, where website and graphic design goes beyond something pretty into something smart, strategic, authentic, and message based. She shares some of her brand’s greatest strengths, as well as a marketing campaign tactic that didn’t quite work out, but how to turn failure into success. Cathy shares lots of advice, from the types of marketing ads that are growing, when to hire outside contractors, and how to ask for...2018-12-2418 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Market Your Business in the New Year with Heather Crabtree In this Special Edition Flourish episode I interview my friend and fellow mompreneur, Heather Crabtree. We discuss her Savvy Business Owners Group, why marketing campaigns can fail and what to learn from it, as well as her brand’s greatest strength. She also shares a great tip about graphics for beginners. We end our interview with some advice for fellow mompreneurs just starting off on this wild, but rewarding journey. This special edition episode offers a sneak peek at the content available in my signature Flourish 5-Day Marketing Plan Workshop. These short & sweet guest interviews feature industry fr...2018-12-2019 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyA Special Edition Flourish Episode: How to Market Your Business in the New Year with Heather CrabtreeIn this Special Edition Flourish episode I interview my friend and fellow mompreneur, Heather Crabtree. We discuss her Savvy Business Owners Group, why marketing campaigns can fail and what to learn from it, as well as her brand's greatest strength. She also shares a great tip about graphics for beginners. We end our interview with some advice for fellow mompreneurs just starting off on this wild and rewarding journey.2018-12-2019 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyHow to Create a Vision Board for Your Business In this episode, I break down one of my favorite tools that has helped me manifest my biggest life and business dreams - a Vision Board! A vision board is the opportunity to put out your dreams to the universe in a fun, visual, and physical manner. I go through the key questions you should ask yourself during this process, such as: What type of person do you want to be in the future? What does a day in the life of that person look like? I also share details about my previous vision boards and how the quote “ma...2018-12-1815 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 109 - Sweet Saturday: December Home & Life Update This special Saturday episode gives you an inside look at my Christmas List, resolutions for the new year and reflections on the past year - what went well or not so well. I also share details about my one of my favorite traditions - the Christmas Cookie Exchange Party, where a little friendly competition mixes with some delicious treats. Highlights:  The inside scoop on my Christmas Cookie Exchange Party: its history, some of the rules and why it's such a success. The importance of taking a break during the last quarter of the y...2018-12-1518 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 108 - Big Takeaways from My Time with Lewis Howes   I have just returned from an amazing retreat in Los Angeles with my business coach Amber Lilyestrom's mastermind with Lewis Howes as a featured guest. While the trip is still fresh in my mind, I wanted to share with you all my biggest takeaways from the retreat and how they are impacting my year to come. Highlights:  The importance of fuel and energy in one's life and business. Going outside and enjoying nature and eating those greens can really work wonders! Discussing the reasons behind women's feelings to suffer silently and no...2018-12-0618 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 107 - Savvy Strategies for Social Media Success   In this episode of The Bloom and Grow Show, Amber reveals top strategies to feeling more confident with social media and how to see your time pay off. Amber explains what a friend told her about bots and how to get real followers the right way. First, commit to creating consistent, valuable content that amplifies what is already great about you. Make sure to have a pulse on all channels with consistent themes that translate to each website. Next, show personality to stand out from the crowd and Amber gives tips on engaging with your audience. Then, some other s...2018-11-1320 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 106: Everything You Need to Know About Investing in Conferences and Retreats   In this episode of The Bloom and Grow Show, Amber reveals how she is on the way to Christy Wright’s Business Boutique Conference in Nashville, TN. Then Amber advises how to select the right conference for your needs. First, do your research by finding testimonials and discover what the price of the conference includes. To save money, Amber suggests finding a roommate to offset the cost of your hotel room and have a pajama party. Also, will your experience bring a return on investment and will there be a whole lot to do? For example, Amber wrote a sal...2018-11-0613 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 105 - Sweet Saturday: November Home & Life Update   In this episode of Sweet Saturdays, Amber reads her first winner of the podcast review contest. Then Amber reveals how the Instant Pot was intimidating, and she let it sit in her pantry unopened for months. Also, Amber’s Dahlias are thriving even at the end of October. Clean-up for the garden is approaching to pull everything up and possibly grow some pansies to provide soil nutrients. Amber reveals how she is preparing to buy some bulbs for Spring and then recommends some resources. Later, we learn about the Joyful Garden Planner and Amber’s first relaxing holiday season. Look...2018-11-0317 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 104 - Top Tips to Get Holiday Season Ready in Your Business   In this episode of The Bloom and Grow Show, Amber opens the show by diving in with some tips to get your business holiday season ready. First, audit your website and social media platforms to ensure they are up to date and mobile-ready. Amber also suggests testing your site for how quickly it loads because faster websites work better. Then we learn that gift cards are a marketing tactic everyone needs to employ, and sneak peeks will create excitement for your brand. Amber reveals her tricks in creating customer retention, customer acquisition, and later she advises on giving optimal c...2018-10-2314 minThe Power in Purpose: A Podcast for Wedding ProsThe Power in Purpose: A Podcast for Wedding Pros003 | Amber Housley: Helping Women Create Thriving Businesses & Joyfilled Lives | Giving yourself permission to SHOW UP in your business and lifeAmber Housley is a marketing guru and business strategist with a career that has evolved tremendously over the last 11 years. She started her first business in 2007, where she planned weddings and designed stationery. What led her to make a big shift in her career? Amber shares her journey through entrepreneurship, working with billion dollar companies on their marketing, and how she’s found her purpose in helping women create thriving businesses & joy filled lives. Amber gives us permission in this episode to show up for our businesses and our lives. In today’s episode: Amber talks abou...2018-10-2355 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 103 - Defining Success for YOU   In this episode of The Bloom and Grow Show, Amber opens the show up by revealing how she struggled with what success looks like and never being satisfied. Then Amber tells us to define our success and discloses helpful tips on how to do so. First, make sure you dream big, Amber suggests making a vision board to put your goals out in the universe. Next, evaluate where you are right now to ensure you can always have successful days. Also, Amber advises identifying the ‘why’ of your business. In other words, identify core values to measure your success simpl...2018-10-1615 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 102 - What is a Marketing Strategist?   In this episode of The Bloom and Grow Show, Amber opens the show up by telling us what a marketing strategist is and how she has an opinion on everything. Then, Amber recommends the book StrengthsFinder to find out which strengths you were inherently born with. Lastly, we find out why Amber’s goal is to be fired by her clients. Enjoy the show! Links/Resources Website: https://www.amberhousley.com Inspired Retreat: https://www.inspiredtheretreat.com/home Recommended book: StrengthsFinder Jordan Boss: https://www.selahcreativestudio.com...2018-10-0910 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 101 - Welcome to The Sweet Life Sisterhood   In this episode of The Bloom and Grow Show, Amber opens the show up by telling us why pledging Kappa Alpha Theta was a positive experience and how it inspired one of her first businesses. Then, Amber reveals how the Sweet Life Sisterhood came about and what her brand stands for. Lastly, we learn about Amber’s goals, how to join the sisterhood, and their manifesto. Enjoy the show! Links/Resources Website: https://www.amberhousley.com Inspired Retreat: https://www.inspiredtheretreat.com/home Show Notes: Amber loved hig...2018-10-0811 minThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyThe Bloom & Grow Show with Amber HousleyEpisode 100 - Welcome to The Bloom & Grow Show   Amber Housley is a creative business and sweet life cultivator who founded her first business in 2007. Today, she's a Marketing Strategist for top creatives and influencers, producing hundreds of thousands of dollars in revenue with her sales and launch strategies. Passionate about raising women to new heights, Amber shares her smart strategies with other women business owners through live and virtual trainings like the Flourish 5-day Marketing Plan Workshop and Inspired Retreat— an annual business gathering of women entrepreneurs. Her private Inspired Coterie Mastermind program is made for women want to run creative businesses efficiently, with joy, and...2018-10-0516 minStrategy Hour | Online Marketing for Business GrowthStrategy Hour | Online Marketing for Business GrowthWorking a Full-Time Job and Pursuing Your Creative Passions with Amber HousleyWe are super excited to bring on our friend Amber Housley to the podcast today. We had the opportunity to meet Amber last year at the Savvy Experience and it was so wonderful getting to know her, getting to hang out with her, and learning more about what she does. Because if you all didn’t know, she does a lot!Amber has her hands in a lot of creative businesses. She is rocking it at her own brand and along with that, she also has the Inspired Retreat, the Joyful Garden Planner, and her brand new co...2017-02-1045 minOffice Talk with Annette StepanianOffice Talk with Annette StepanianEp. 023: Amber Housley: How to Stand Out In Your MarketingWish you could pick the brain of a marketing magician who’s worn every hat imaginable? Amber Housley has so much wisdom to share with us from her vast experience - from her days selling personalized invitations on eBay (before Etsy was born) to a full-time career at a digital agency. She juggles family life with two kids and her current business as a marketing strategist for Lara Casey Media without missing a beat. Amber has seemingly seen and done it all, and she shares what she’s learned along the way in today’s podcast! WHAT YOU'LL...2017-02-0141 min