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Lady BizWiz
THE SOCIAL IMPACT ENTREPRENEUR, PART 2
In this episode, Emra Smith, founder and CEO of the International School of Story and owner of Abode Studios in Savannah, GA, talks about blending your purpose with your business for maximum social impact. Emra is a passionate advocate for impacting communities with hope through the power of story.For more information on Emra Smith, her books and her nonprofit, got to http://internationalschoolofstory.org.
2022-07-25
15 min
Lady BizWiz
THE SOCIAL IMPACT ENTREPRENEUR, PART 1
In this episode, Emra Smith, founder and CEO of the International School of Story and owner of Abode Studios in Savannah, GA, talks about blending your purpose with your business for maximum social impact. Emra is a passionate advocate for impacting communities with hope through the power of story.For more information on Emra Smith, her books and her nonprofit, got to http://internationalschoolofstory.org.
2022-07-18
22 min
Lady BizWiz
NAVIGATING CHANGE WITHIN YOUR BUSINESS, PART 2
How do you stop the cycle of doing the same things over and over and getting the same negative result? When you need to make changes in your business, how do you bring your employees along with you in the process? In this episode, Amy Shippy tackles the tough topic of change...how we recognize the need for it, how we address it with our team and how we often find the need to change within ourselves as we navigate the process.
2022-07-05
21 min
Lady BizWiz
NAVIGATING CHANGE WITHIN YOUR BUSINESS, PART 1
How do you stop the cycle of doing the same things over and over and getting the same negative result? When you need to make changes in your business, how do you bring your employees along with you in the process? In this episode, Amy Shippy tackles the tough topic of change...how we recognize the need for it, how we address it with our team and how we often find the need to change within ourselves as we navigate the process.
2022-06-27
19 min
Lady BizWiz
MIND YOUR MINDSET, PART 2: A TALK WITH VICTORIA BAYLOR, MINDSET AND CLARITY COACH
Do you struggle with self-defeating thoughts and behaviors? Do you have trouble saying no? Are you aware of the gifts you possess and how to leverage them in the workplace? In this episode, we talk with Victoria Baylor about how to gain clarity on how to achieve our goals by focusing on our mindset and examining beliefs we have about ourselves.For more information on Victoria Baylor's coaching services, visit her online at www.victoriabaylor.com.
2022-06-20
25 min
Lady BizWiz
MIND YOUR MINDSET: A TALK WITH VICTORIA BAYLOR, MINDSET AND CLARITY COACH
Do you struggle with self-defeating thoughts and behaviors? Do you beat yourself up when you make a mistake? Are you aware of the gifts you possess and how to leverage them in the workplace? In this episode, we talk with Victoria Baylor about how to gain clarity on how to achieve our goals by focusing on our mindset and examining beliefs we have about ourselves. For more information on the coaching services Victoria Baylor offers, visit her online at www.victoriabaylor.com.
2022-06-13
24 min
Lady BizWiz
FAKE IT 'TILL YOU MAKE IT, PART 2
What do you do when faced with a new challenge? Do you shrink back or do you "fake it till you make it?" In this episode, Amy Shippy explains how important it is to do those things that make you afraid, while also putting in place people around you who will believe in you as you go through the learning curve of acquiring new skills.
2022-06-06
24 min
Lady BizWiz
FAKE IT 'TILL YOU MAKE IT, PART 1
What do you do when faced with a new challenge? Do you shrink back or do you "fake it till you make it?" In this episode, Amy Shippy explains how important it is to do those things that make you afraid, while also putting in place people around you who will believe in you as you go through the learning curve of acquiring new skills.
2022-05-31
16 min
Lady BizWiz
FINDING JOY IN THE JOURNEY: A CONVERSATION WITH LIFE BALANCE STRATEGIST, AMY CAPELLO (PART 2)
Could you use more joy in your life? Do you find yourself plagued with negative emotions because you're trying to juggle so many roles and responsibilities? Do you struggle with setting boundaries and saying "no"?Join Lady BizWiz co-host, Rebekah McLeod, as she talks with Life Coach, Amy Capello, who found her purpose in helping others reclaim their joy. Amy is the owner of Pure Joy Life Coaching; she has an incredible story and shares the secrets she has discovered in finding and maintaining a joyful outlook, despite difficult circumstances. To learn more about the se...
2022-05-24
28 min
Lady BizWiz
FINDING JOY IN THE JOURNEY: A CONVERSATION WITH LIFE BALANCE STRATEGIST, AMY CAPELLO (PART 1)
Could you use more joy in your life? Do you find yourself plagued with negative emotions because you're trying to juggle so many roles and responsibilities? Do you struggle with setting boundaries and saying "no"?Join Lady BizWiz co-host, Rebekah McLeod, as she talks with Life Coach, Amy Capello, who found her purpose in helping others reclaim their joy. Amy is the owner of Pure Joy Life Coaching; she has an incredible story and shares the secrets she has discovered in finding and maintaining a joyful outlook, despite difficult circumstances. To learn more about the se...
2022-05-17
26 min
Lady BizWiz
DELEGATE, DE-STRESS AND DUMP PERFECTIONISM, PART 2
In this episode, Amy answers three great questions that were asked after a recent talk at a Women in Business networking lunch. They are questions common to every business owner - How do you handle stress? When do you know it's the right time to hire help and what kind of person should you look for? How do you handle self-doubt and the creeping perfectionism that steals your joy? Don't forget to support the show when you shop at Instacart! Click on this link so they know we sent you!instacart.oloiyb.net/9WB9Oe
2022-05-09
14 min
Lady BizWiz
DELEGATE, DE-STRESS AND DUMP PERFECTIONISM, PART 1
In this episode, Amy answers three great questions that were asked after a recent talk at a Women in Business networking lunch. They are questions common to every business owner - How do you handle stress? When do you know it's the right time to hire help and what kind of person should you look for? How do you handle self-doubt and the creeping perfectionism that steals your joy? Don't forget to support the show when you shop at Instacart! Click on this link so they know we sent you!instacart.oloiyb.net/9WB9Oe
2022-05-02
14 min
Lady BizWiz
TURNING PAIN INTO PURPOSE, PART TWO: A CONVERSATION WITH WHITNEY LAM GILLIARD, FOUNDER AND CEO OF G & CO
In this second part of a two-part episode, our guest is Whitney Lam Gilliard, founder and CEO of Gilliard and Company, a nonprofit that provides services and programs to end homelessness for young adults in foster care. Whitney has an incredible story, having spent much of her young life in the foster care system herself. She is a dynamic personality and a passionate advocate for meeting the needs of some of our most vulnerable youth. If you want to be inspired to reject the victim mentality and instead fight to give others the very things you were...
2022-04-26
32 min
Lady BizWiz
TURNING PAIN INTO PURPOSE, PART 1: A CONVERSATION WITH WHITNEY LAM GILLIARD, FOUNDER AND CEO OF G & CO
In this episode, our guest is Whitney Lam Gilliard, founder and CEO of Gilliard and Company, a nonprofit that provides services and programs to end homelessness for young adults in foster care. Whitney has an incredible story, having spent much of her young life in the foster care system herself. She is a dynamic personality and a passionate advocate for meeting the needs of some of our most vulnerable youth. If you want to be inspired to reject the victim mentality and instead fight to give others the very things you were deprived of, this is a...
2022-04-18
33 min
Lady BizWiz
INTENTIONAL TEAMBUILDING
Do you feel like you're all alone in your business? Do you struggle to reach out for help when you need it? In this episode, Amy Shippy talks about how entrepreneurship can be a lonely experience and why it's so important to build a support team both personally and professionally. Don't forget to support the show when you shop at Instacart! Click on this link so they know we sent you!instacart.oloiyb.net/9WB9Oe
2022-04-11
16 min
Lady BizWiz
SYSTEMS, SOLUTIONS AND SANITY, PART 2
In this episode, Amy Shippy talks about organizing systems in your business. Being intentional about planning for growth, setting expectations for employees, and building a culture that empowers people rather than stifling them through micromanaging are topics covered in the great conversation. If you are looking to create sustainable systems in your business and manage your employees well, this is the episode for you!SUPPORT THE SHOW WHEN YOU USE INSTACART FOR YOUR GROCERY DELIVERY!CLICK HERE TO GET STARTED: http://instacart.oloiyb.net/9WB9Oe
2022-04-04
22 min
Lady BizWiz
SYSTEMS, SOLUTIONS, AND SANITY
In this episode, Amy Shippy talks about organizing systems in your business. Being intentional about planning for growth, setting expectations for employees, and building a culture that empowers people rather than stifling them through micromanaging are topics covered in the great conversation. If you are looking to create sustainable systems in your business and manage your employees well, this is the episode for you!
2022-03-28
20 min
Lady BizWiz
FAILURE ISN'T FINAL, PART 2
Is fear, perfectionism or passivity keeping you from taking risks? Are you afraid of failure? In this episode, Amy Shippy talks about lessons she has learned from failure and how it is necessary in business (and in life) to learn how to handle failure in a productive, healthy way.
2022-03-21
27 min
Lady BizWiz
FAILURE ISN'T FINAL, PART 1
Is fear, perfectionism or passivity keeping you from taking risks? Are you afraid of failure? In this episode, Amy Shippy talks about lessons she has learned from failure and how it is necessary in business (and in life) to learn how to handle failure in a productive, healthy way.
2022-03-14
18 min
Lady BizWiz
TELL YOUR STORY, PART 2 [WITH SPECIAL GUEST, LIESL WEBBER]
Do you struggle with finding content for your social media platforms? Are you feeling discouraged with the numbers of views and likes you get from your business pages? Liesl Webber is a social media expert, coach and public speaker who helps her clients tell their stories online in real and relatable ways. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who is feeling stale in their social media engagement. Get ready to take notes!Resources by Liesl:👉Instagram - https://instagram.com/aspire_social?utm_medium=copy_linkhttps://instagram.com/pinksparrowsocial?utm_med...
2022-03-08
20 min
Lady BizWiz
TELL YOUR STORY, PART ONE [WITH SPECIAL GUEST, LIESL WEBBER]
Do you struggle with finding content for your social media platforms? Are you feeling discouraged with the numbers of views and likes you get from your business pages? Liesl Webber is a social media expert, coach and public speaker who helps her clients tell their stories online in real and relatable ways. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who is feeling stale in their social media engagement. Get ready to take notes!Resources by Liesl:👉Instagram - https://instagram.com/aspire_social?utm_medium=copy_linkhttps://instagram.com/pinksparrowsocial?utm_med...
2022-02-28
19 min
Lady BizWiz
HOW TO EMPOWER OTHERS IN YOUR BUSINESS, PART TWO
Do you find it difficult to trust others when delegating tasks? Do you feel threatened when you see someone else being more successful than yourself in business? How do you encourage the strengths you see in others and, more importantly, how do you treat them when they fail?This is an important topic for anyone looking to grow their business!
2022-02-21
21 min
Lady BizWiz
HOW TO EMPOWER OTHERS IN YOUR BUSINESS, PART ONE
Do you find it difficult to trust others when delegating tasks? Do you feel threatened when you see someone else being more successful than yourself in business? How do you encourage the strengths you see in others and, more importantly, how do you treat them when they fail?This is an important topic for anyone looking to grow their business!
2022-02-16
20 min
Lady BizWiz
HOW TO MARKET YOUR BRAND WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK, PART 2
In this episode, Amy answers specific questions on marketing your brand on a budget. How do you create top-of-mind consciousness for your product or service? How can you take advantage of social media to market your business? How important are customer reviews? Learn how to create momentum in your business through a few simple (and cheap!) marketing strategies.Notes: Consider dotcards.net for sharing your business information on the go!
2022-02-07
25 min
Lady BizWiz
HOW TO MARKET YOUR BRAND WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK, Part 1
In this episode, Amy answers specific questions on marketing your brand on a budget. How do you create top-of-mind consciousness for your product or service? How can you take advantage of social media to market your business? How important are customer reviews? Learn how to create momentum in your business through a few simple (and cheap!) marketing strategies.
2022-02-01
21 min
Lady BizWiz
ALL ABOUT TRADEMARKING
What is a trademark? Is it even a big deal to think about paying for a trademark if you already own the .com, the business card and the Facebook page? In this episode, Amy Shippy talks about the importance of starting your business out on the right foot with a trademark. She shares multiple examples from her own businesses where she overlooked the trademark and had to make major adjustments.NOTES: If you are in need of a trademark attorney for more information, contact Kate Strain at The Strain Law Firm: kate@thestrainlawfirm.c...
2022-01-24
24 min
Lady BizWiz
LADY BIZWIZ ANNOUNCEMENT, HOBBY LOBBY GIFT CARD GIVEAWAY, AND A HILARIOUS READING
In this episode, Amy Shippy talks about her new business consulting product, which will be accessible for all small business owners. (For more information, go to www.ladybizwiz.com) and we also do a Hobby Lobby gift card giveaway based on Rebekah McLeod's writing piece, "The Truth About Hobby Lobby" (for more of Rebekah's work, go to www.rebekahmcleod.com). To purchase the book, The Secret Life of a Doctor's Wife, go here:https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Life-DoctorS-Wife-ebook/dp/B079652K42/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=the+secret+life+of+a+doctor%27s+wife&qid=1641593481&sr=8-2D...
2022-01-10
29 min
Lady BizWiz
"IS IT A GOOD TIME TO GET IN THE STOCK MARKET?" AN INTERVIEW WITH SAVANNAH PHYSICIAN AND MARKET INVESTOR, DR. IAN MCLEOD
Amy Shippy interviews Dr. Ian McLeod, a 25-year investor in the stock market, for some basic knowledge on the major indexes and how to start growing your money. He answers questions about timing, what knowledge you need to start, and how to hit the EASY button on stock picks.Resources mentioned:www.investopedia.comwww.banyanhill.com (follow Paul Mampilly)
2022-01-03
23 min
Lady BizWiz
TEN MYTHS OF BUSINESS, PART TWO
In this final episode of 2021, Amy Shippy unravels five more common myths about owning a business. Don't forget to pick up your copy of Amy's new book here:https://www.amazon.com/Lady-BizWiz-Quick-Launch-Guidebook-ebook/dp/B09NF5FC7H/ref=sr_1_2?crid=JDTZOWDHUVYU&keywords=Amy+shippy&qid=1640031111&sprefix=amy+shippy%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-2
2021-12-27
18 min
Lady BizWiz
TEN MYTHS OF BUSINESS, PART ONE
In this episode, Amy picks apart the first five of ten common myths of business ownership, including "Cheaper Products are Always Best," "Friends Make Great Business Partners," and others. Don't forget to pick up your copy of Amy's new book here:https://www.amazon.com/Lady-BizWiz-Quick-Launch-Guidebook-ebook/dp/B09NF5FC7H/ref=sr_1_2?crid=JDTZOWDHUVYU&keywords=Amy+shippy&qid=1640031111&sprefix=amy+shippy%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-2
2021-12-20
25 min
Lady BizWiz
PICK ONE THING: UNLEASHING THE POWER OF FOCUS INTO YOUR BUSINESS PLAN, PART TWO
Entrepreneurs are famous for having a thousand ideas at once. How do you know which idea is foundational and which ones can be back-burnered for later? In this episode, Amy Shippy talks about taking her own advice in building the Lady BizWiz brand, and we talk about the importance of executing one idea well.
2021-12-14
22 min
Lady BizWiz
PICK ONE THING: UNLEASHING THE POWER OF FOCUS INTO YOUR BUSINESS PLAN, PART ONE
Entrepreneurs are famous for having a thousand ideas at once. How do you know which idea is foundational and which ones can be back-burnered for later? In this episode, Amy Shippy talks about taking her own advice in building the Lady BizWiz brand, and we talk about the importance of executing one idea well.
2021-12-07
21 min
Lady BizWiz
LET'S GET REAL ABOUT STRESS AND OVERWHELM, PART 2
This is our most raw and revealing conversation yet. How do you not give in to stress, self-doubt and overwhelm as the holidays draw closer? How do you self-reflect without spiraling or becoming paralyzed? What are the boundaries you need to put in place to manage your business and your life so that you don't stop the forward momentum?Join Amy Shippy and Rebekah McLeod for this vulnerable exchange about the issues we really face as women entrepreneurs!
2021-11-22
17 min
Lady BizWiz
LET'S GET REAL ABOUT STRESS AND OVERWHELM...
This is our most raw and revealing conversation yet. How do you not give in to stress, self-doubt and overwhelm as the holidays draw closer? How do you self-reflect without spiraling or becoming paralyzed? What are the boundaries you need to put in place to manage your business and your life so that you don't stop the forward momentum?Join Amy Shippy and Rebekah McLeod for this vulnerable exchange about the issues we really face as women entrepreneurs!
2021-11-15
15 min
Lady BizWiz
HOW TO LAUNCH A BUSINESS SUCCESSFULLY (HIGHLIGHTS FROM AN EXPERT PANEL AT ABODE CREATIVES RETREAT), PART 2
In this episode, Amy and Rebekah synthesize the highlights from a recent retreat where most of the participants were transitioning from a hobby to a profitable business. An expert panel that included Amy Shippy led the sessions which included topics such as trademark law, bookkeeping (and making the most out of business deductions), overcoming obstacles, wholesale strategies and social media marketing.NOTES:Marianne Ganem-Poppell is a marketing expert and social media guru:www.savannahmastercalendar.comLane Huerta is a local Savannah designer who specialized in children's costumes:www.l...
2021-11-01
18 min
Lady BizWiz
HOW TO LAUNCH A BUSINESS SUCCESSFULLY (HIGHLIGHTS FROM AN EXPERT PANEL AT ABODE CREATIVES RETREAT), PART 1
In this episode, Amy and Rebekah synthesize the highlights from a recent retreat where most of the participants were transitioning from a hobby to a profitable business. An expert panel that included Amy Shippy led the sessions which included topics such as trademark law, bookkeeping (and making the most out of business deductions), overcoming obstacles, wholesale strategies and social media marketing.NOTES:Kate Strain is a trademark attorney in Savannah, GA, but she can accommodate out of state clients as well. Her number is 912-963-1776Janel Varnadoe is EA and P...
2021-10-25
26 min
Lady BizWiz
GET COMFORTABLE TAKING RISKS AS AN ENTREPRENEUR
Where do you fall on the risk-taking scale? Are you someone who jumps out of airplanes for a thrill or is drinking coffee after 5pm living on the edge for you? In this episode, Amy Shippy unpacks the reasons why you don't have to be a skydiver to succeed at business, but you do have to be willing to take some calculated risks when starting your own business.
2021-10-18
27 min
Lady BizWiz
MAKING THE SALE: A STEP BY STEP APPROACH
Join us as we dissect the sales process; finding the decision makers, building a rapport, and closing the deal. Regardless of whether you run a service or product-based business, there are some great nuggets in here for dealing with customers in a way that makes you stand out from the competition.
2021-10-05
39 min
Lady BizWiz
EMBRACING THE JOYS AND CHALLENGES OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP
This is a recording of a live talk given by Amy Shippy on September 24th, 2021, at the Rotary Club of Savannah East. In it, Amy talks about the highs and lows of owning a business, and how to keep going when it feels like everything is falling apart. She also covers the importance of being open to opportunities and how to remain flexible and persistent when things don't go as planned. Inspirational, entertaining and filled with nuggets of hard-earned wisdom, this talk will energize you for the next leg of your own small business development!
2021-09-27
35 min
Lady BizWiz
CREATING STREAMS OF INCOME FOR YOUR SMALL BUSINESS
Amy Shippy talks about the importance of not "putting your eggs all in one basket" when it comes to monetizing your business. She explains her "spokes on the wheel" model of diversification and also touches on marketing and how to find what works for your business (and not go broke doing it!).
2021-09-20
34 min
Lady BizWiz
WORK-LIFE BALANCE: HOW TO AVOID BURNOUT BY HAVING SELF-COMPASSION
In this episode, Amy and Rebekah talk about the importance of being kind to yourself, having good boundaries in your relationships, and the value of rest and recovery for women who wear many hats in life. If you're feeling stretched in your pursuit of growing a business while juggling the demands of family, this is the podcast for you!
2021-09-06
37 min
Lady BizWiz
SCALING YOUR BUSINESS
How do you know when it's the right time to expand the reach of your business? How do you avoid the common mistakes entrepreneurs make when scaling their business? Join Amy Shippy and Rebekah McLeod as they discuss the ins and outs of the scaling concept.
2021-08-02
27 min
Lady BizWiz
PUSHING FORWARD THROUGH A PANDEMIC: AN INTERVIEW WITH AMY SHIPPY, PART THREE
What are the keys to growing a business through major obstacles? How do you find opportunities to replicate your success? How do we make the necessary adjustments and stay malleable through the process? Join Amy Shippy as she tells the final part of her story of growing her companies, Blue Poppy Designs and Lottiebelle's Candied Pecans, through the COVID pandemic.
2021-07-26
30 min
Lady BizWiz
PUSHING FORWARD THROUGH A PANDEMIC: AN INTERVIEW WITH AMY SHIPPY, PART 2
This is the second part of a truly inspirational story of Amy Shippy's business growing in the middle of the COVID lockdowns. In this episode, we discuss why having a support team in place is so critical in moments of crisis. This story stands at the crossroads of human tenacity and Divine providence. You won't want to miss this one!
2021-07-19
24 min
Lady BizWiz
PUSHING FORWARD THROUGH A PANDEMIC: AN INTERVIEW WITH AMY SHIPPY, PART 1
How do you keep moving forward in your business when major obstacles hit? How do you overcome the paralysis of fear and inaction, and where do you turn for encouragement to keep putting one foot in front of the other? Listen in on this inspiring story of how Amy Shippy managed to sustain and even grow her business during the COVID pandemic.
2021-07-12
26 min
Lady BizWiz
CREATING A LAUNCH CHECKLIST
Do you need help breaking down all the steps needed to launch your new business? Don't be overwhelmed...it's time to make decisions AND to realize they are not set in stone forever! Join Amy Shippy and Rebekah McLeod as they simplify the process of creating a name, a logo, a website and getting your legal documents in order!
2021-07-05
33 min
Lady BizWiz
BUILDING YOUR SUPPORT TEAM, PART 2
How do you know when to reach out for help? How do we avoid the comparison trap and support one another in the ups and downs of building a business? Join us as we continue the conversation on surrounding ourselves with encouragers!
2021-06-28
25 min
Lady BizWiz
BUILDING YOUR SUPPORT TEAM, PART 1
Do you have trouble asking for help? Do you feel like if you can't do it all you don't have what it takes to succeed in business? Join Amy and Rebekah as they discuss the ins and outs of building a team of encouragers who will inspire, strengthen and push you toward growth and forward progress.
2021-06-21
20 min
Lady BizWiz
"WHAT'S THE BIG IDEA?"
Do you have a great idea for a business but aren't sure how to move forward with it? Are you in the process of honing your idea and are hitting obstacles? Join Amy Shippy and Rebekah McLeod as they encourage you to take that next step in launching your small business!
2021-06-14
49 min