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Business Partner PartnersEp. 85/Does Chrissy Want to Close Mountain Goat? Ryan Interviews ChrissyOn this interview episode, Ryan puts Chrissy in the hot seat to answer some surprise questions that lead to some deep business insights. We're talking second location, closing down, changing the business model, and more. Tune in to this quick episode to hear more about the ins and outs of this couple running a business together!Subscribe to our newsletter.2025-06-2524 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 84/ Business, Reflections, and Pipe Dreams: Chrissy Interviews RyanIn this very unserious episode, Chrissy interviews Ryan and asks all the juicy questions about what it’s really like to run a business as a married couple—including a few gems from Ryan’s days as a child businessman. From honest truths to wild pipe dreams, you’ll get a candid peek behind the curtain—plus Ryan’s hot take on whether every couple should work together. Don’t miss this lighthearted yet insightful look into their business and marriage dynamic.Sign up for our newsletter.2025-06-1820 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 83/ 4 Practical Tips to Avoid Fighting When You Run a Business with Your SpouseIn this solo episode, Chrissy shares 4 practical tips to help you fight less when running a business with your spouse—based on real-life arguments she and Ryan have had while building Mountain Goat together. Learn from their experience, laugh a little, and walk away with tools to protect both your business and your marriage. It’s a quick, easy listen with plenty of honest insight. Got your own tips? Send them our way!Subscribe to our newsletter2025-06-1110 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 81/ Balancing Parenting & Business: Summer Success TipsJoin Chrissy for a solo episode sharing proven strategies for balancing parenthood and business ownership during the busy summer months. She offers practical, actionable advice and key mindset shifts to ensure you, your family, and your team are set up for success. Tune in to learn how to manage the demands of summer while keeping your business on track.Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter!2025-05-2812 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 80/ Our Lead Team Spills All on Hiring, Culture, and Finding Your Business’s WhyIn this episode, Chrissy and Ryan sit down for a heartfelt chat with Georgia and Grace, Mountain Goat’s Operations Manager and Assistant Manager. The duo shares memories from their hiring process, insights into the vibrant staff culture that’s kept them both with the company for over 2.5 years, and plenty of behind-the-scenes laughs. Perfect for listeners curious about Mountain Goat’s inner workings or seeking practical tips to create a workplace where staff thrive.Sign up for our newsletter!2025-05-2135 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 79/Social Media Who? Use SEO to Make Your Website the Real MVP & Your Biggest Online Asset.In this episode, Chrissy sits down with Faith Hanan—copywriter and SEO strategist—to talk about why ignoring SEO is a mistake you can't afford to make. Faith breaks down the basics of SEO in a way that's simple, practical, and actually fun. You'll walk away with actionable tips to help Google work for you, not against you. If you're a business owner ready to strengthen your online presence and set yourself up for long-term success, this episode is a must-listen.Work with FaithSign up for our newsletter!2025-05-1435 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 78/ Fit Mom Method: Evolving and Adapting as a Business, Finding Fulfillment at Work, and the Mindset Behind a Thriving PartnershipBrandon and Emily Wiseman founded Fit Mom Method to support busy moms not just in losing weight, but in transforming their mindset. In this episode, Chrissy and Ryan sit down with the couple to talk about their early relationship (they met at the gym—how fitting!), how they navigate business decisions together, the evolution of their business, and what drives their passion for helping women thrive. Fit Mom Method Fit Mom Instagram: @fitmom.methodSign up for Business Partner Partners Newsletter!2025-05-0744 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 77/ The Surprising Power of Celebrating Your Staff DifferentlyIn this episode, Chrissy and Ryan recap the Inaugural Golden Goat Awards—a staff celebration where employees dressed in cocktail attire and received actual GOAT trophies tailored to their unique qualities. While they touch on the logistics of planning the event, the heart of the episode is about sparking ideas to celebrate and appreciate your team, no matter the size. As a small business owner—whether you’re solo or working with your spouse—finding creative ways to show your team they matter is essential. You'll come away inspired with new ideas to make your staff feel truly valued.New...2025-04-3021 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 76/ Can Your Business Survive Without You? Ask These Questions First.Leaving your business—whether it’s for a day, a week, or a month—can feel overwhelming. How do you step away without everything falling apart? In this episode, Chrissy walks through key questions to ask yourself before heading out of town or taking a much-needed mental health break. Taking time off has huge benefits, but the stress of preparing to leave can sometimes feel heavier than the break itself. Chrissy shares why it’s always worth it—and how stepping away can actually reveal important gaps in your business that are ready to be filled.2025-04-2315 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 75/ Podcast or Pass - Caroline Hull on Small Biz Podcast Strategy, Consistency, and the Future of VideoIn this episode, Chrissy sits down with Caroline Hull, founder of Wild Home Podcasting, to talk all things small business and podcasting. Caroline is a podcast strategist who helps women coaches and consultants grow their businesses through strategic podcasting.She shares her unexpected journey from ballerina to podcasting pro (trust us—you’ll want to hear it), how to define your goals and measure success, and why podcasting can be such a powerful tool for building community. We also dive into the rise of video, the pivots she's made in her business, and how those shifts have shap...2025-04-1635 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 74 / Agency Long: Creative Power Couple, Niching Down, Trusting a Woman’s Intuition, Scaling E-Commerce with SoulIn this episode, Chrissy and Ryan chat with Nicolle and Zack Long of Agency Long — a married duo helping fashion brands and boutiques scale their e-commerce businesses. They share their rom-com-worthy love story, the early days of entrepreneurship, and how they found their niche by blending strategy, intuition, and creativity. Nicolle and Zack have created a beautiful balance between business and life that’s both inspiring and relatable, whether you’re a couple starting a business or an entrepreneur figuring out how to make it all work. Tune in for a fun, insightful conversation with this amazing power couple.w...2025-04-0949 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 73/ Go from Marketing Overwhelm to Strategy That Works with Leah Lawson of The Rock It! Co.In this episode, Chrissy sits down with Leah Lawson, Founder and CEO of The Rock It! Co.—a full-service marketing and events company based in Greenville, SC. This conversation feels like a laid-back brainstorming session with a friend who’s overflowing with business wisdom and happy to share it. No matter where you are in your business journey, you’ll walk away with valuable insights—whether it’s email marketing or finding non social media marketing strategies that actually work! Leah also shares insight into what it’s like to run a business while her partner runs his own. Tune in for...2025-04-0244 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 72/ Make Customers *LIKE* Your EmailsThe best low cost marketing resource? Emails. In this episode, Chrissy shares her experience with emails (albeit very imperfect) and breaks down how to figure out your goals for sending emails. From nailing the hook to adding a personal touch, Chrissy covers why pictures matter more than words, how to keep your tone consistent (without getting stale), and why your sign-off matters. Tune in to tune up your email strategy (see what I did there!?). 2025-03-1913 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 71/ When Business Goals Fall Flat: How to Regain Confidence, Adjust Your Focus, and Keep Moving ForwardChrissy and Ryan get real about the tough stuff—when business goals don’t pan out and expectations fall flat. They dive into why confidence is key to avoiding the comparison trap, how shifting from the big picture to the small picture can help you reset, and why learning to move on quickly is a game-changer. Plus, they'll discuss how they received a reminder from their children about the best way to have good perspective on their perceived shortcomings. Tune in for practical tips on moving on and moving forward with confidence.2025-03-1221 minBusiness Partner PartnersEp. 70/ Crash Course: Running A Biz With Your PartnerIn this episode, Chrissy sits down to recap the top tips, insights, and lessons they've gathered from interviewing entrepreneurial couples over the past year and a half. Whether you're already in business with your partner or considering it, this quick, insightful episode will help you navigate common challenges, avoid pitfalls, and set yourselves up for success—no matter how the business itself turns out.2025-03-0517 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 69/ Money Makeover: How We’re Spending Differently in 2025Join Chrissy for a quick but insightful chat about the big (and little) changes in how they’re managing money at Mountain Goat this year. She shares some eye-opening (and slightly embarrassing) financial habits, details on Mountain Goat’s switch to a new accounting system, and a bold move from a paid service to a free one—stay tuned to see if it’s worth it...If you’ve been thinking about reworking your budget, this episode will get your wheels turning. Tune in now!Links!Profit First Keynote Video (shout out to Kristin...2025-02-2614 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 68/ Counselor Tips for Business Ownership, How to Stay Sane in your Mind and Regulate your BodyRunning a business can be rocky at times, with extreme highs and lows all in a single day, (maybe even within an hour)! In this episode, Chrissy sits down with Kathryn Short, co-owner and co-founder of Reedy River Counseling and a Licensed Professional Counselor, to discuss the mental and physical toll of entrepreneurship.They explore practical strategies for managing stress, the impact of nutrition on focus, mood, and productivity, and how to build a lifestyle that supports long-term well-being. If you need a reminder—and actionable steps—on maintaining your mental health while running a business, this epis...2025-02-1931 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 67/ Copy Our Simple Content Calendar for Small BusinessesJoin Chrissy for a quick episode on how Mountain Goat keeps content simple and manageable and keeps people coming in the door for more coffee, beer, and waffles! With so much happening behind the scenes, they needed a calendar that made sense without adding extra work. Chrissy shares how dividing social media tasks among the team helps and the best way to keep everyone on the same page. If you want to stay on top of content without overcomplicating it, this episode is for you!2025-02-1215 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 65/ Artificial Intelligence: It Will Change Your Small Business in 2025—Make Sure It’s for the BetterAI in Small Business: Hype or Help? Ryan breaks down the basics of artificial intelligence in a quick "AI for Dummies" lesson, making it easy to understand if you haven’t kept up. Then, Chrissy and Ryan dive into how AI is impacting their coffee and waffle business. While robots won’t be making lattes at Mountain Goat anytime soon, they share how they’re using AI now, future possibilities, and practical tips for incorporating AI into your own business. If you’re unsure where to start with the AI world, this episode is for you!2025-01-2929 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 64/ Chrissy's Worst Day of 2025It’s not that serious—but even after 6.5 years of running a business, tough learning moments still happen. In this storytelling episode, Chrissy shares a challenging day at Mountain Goat when she had to face the chaos with her team. As a couple running a coffee and waffle shop, they know every day brings unique lessons and opportunities to grow—both together and independently, and Ryan was actually taking care of their children on this very day! Tune in to laugh at the mess-ups, learn from the mistakes, and feel less alone on the bad days of your business, becaus...2025-01-2220 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 63/ Marco Suarez, Methodical Coffee: Multi-Location Expansion Timing, Money, Challenges, & LessonsIn this episode, Chrissy chats with Marco Suarez, one of the three owners of Methodical Coffee, Greenville, SC based Roaster and Coffee Shop about what it’s really like to open a second, third and (almost!) 4th brick-and-mortar location. Marco shares how they figured out it was the right time to expand, the financial and market factors that went into the decision, and whether it was all part of a plan or just a great opportunity that came along. They also talk about the vibe of each location, how to keep things consistent when you’re running more than one...2025-01-1544 min
Residue: A True Crime PodcastThe Day The Music Died: Justice For Carol RyanThe case of Carol Ryan, an unsolved murder in Upstate New York, remains a chilling and perplexing mystery. In 1996, Carol Ryan, a 42-year-old woman from Eastwood, New York, was discovered unconscious after suffering severe injuries from a firework explosion. Authorities believe she may have been intentionally targeted, as the device used was a commercial-grade firework, which suggests a deliberate and brutal attack. The investigation has yielded few leads, and despite efforts from law enforcement and the public, no one has been arrested or charged in connection with her death. Carol Ryan’s case stands as a stark reminder of...2025-01-1425 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 62/ A Peek Behind The Curtain: 2024 Numbers Recap-What Sold, What Worked, What Ruled.Ever wonder what makes a business tick behind the scenes? Join Chrissy and Ryan as they spill the beans on this episode all about 2024—sharing the top-selling items, the email subject line that made customers click, and other insider secrets you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re looking for actionable tips to boost your own business or just curious to peek behind the curtain of ours, this is your chance to lean in, listen, and learn!Website: www.partnerpartners.netInsta: @businesspartnerpartners2025-01-0830 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 61/ Rick Bryson, Branding Professional: What is Branding, When and How to Rebrand, Branding on a BudgetChrissy sits down with Rick Bryson, Creative Director at Cargo, a full-service marketing agency in Greenville, SC, to explore the essentials of branding. This episode pairs perfectly with our discussion on marketing (see Ep. 59 with Jeremy Elrod) since branding and marketing are often confused—but they’re not the same! Rick offers invaluable advice for anyone building a brand, considering a rebrand, or looking to strategically expand an established brand. A must-listen for business owners who care about how their customers perceive them!Rick's Newly Published Book, Movies With Balls2025-01-0146 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 60/ BEST of for Chrissy, 2024: Book, Movie, Podcast, and more!In this solo episode, Chrissy discusses what she loved in 2024 and that made her year better in all the different categories. This is a fun, quick listen to get some suggestions for your personal & business life and to get to know a little bit more about what inspires her! Come be friends with Chrissy! website: www.partnerpartners.net insta: @businesspartnerpartners2024-12-1813 min
Business Partner PartnersEp. 59/ Jeremy Elrod, Marketing Expert: Does Marketing = Social Media?, Keeping Up with Trends, How To Spend Your Limited Marketing BudgetChrissy sits down with Jeremy Elrod, Owner and Business Coach of The Candid Entrepreneur, Owner and Idealist at Ideal Scenario, and co- founder of Common Pops to chat all things marketing. Jeremy's career path has given him a wide and deep marketing education which you'll quickly find by listening to this episode and taking in all of the tangible marketing tips and mindset shifts he has to offer. Chrissy and Jeremy discuss everything from how AI is affecting marketing to how we should really try to focus on who we are as a business before spending any money on...2024-12-1151 min
Business Partner PartnersStatice & Greenville Outdoor Living: The Bunns Balance Running two Businesses Separately, but Very Much Together.The first episode of this kind: an interview with a couple who each run their own business, but share an office, ideas, and their family! Chrissy and Ryan sit down with Suzie Bunn and Steven Bunn to discuss everything from how to communicate with each other when you're each growing a new business, the ways they help each other out through brainstorming, growing, and holding each other accountable, and their goals and dreams for their businesses. This is a true power couple that has so much wisdom and insight that they share and you'll love them the moment you...2024-12-0445 min
Business Partner PartnersThree Questions to Stir Up Gratefulness for your BusinessIt's easy to think of all the parts of your business that make your life harder, but what if you took the time to think about what your business has brought you that makes you feel thankful? Join Chrissy as she guides you through the three questions that will lead you to feeling more grateful around your business. This episode leads you down a path of adjusting your mindset to see all the good, even in the hard. instagram: @businesspartnerpartnerswebsite: www.partnerpartners.net 2024-11-2715 min
Business Partner PartnersBe a Fly on the Wall: What's Not Working on our Podcast.Chrissy confronts Ryan with a surprise conversation about the future of the podcast that he never saw coming. We discuss the ways our podcast has worked well and what we're going to do differently moving forward. Learning to pivot in a business is an important skill to have and we're employing this skill as we move forward with our podcast. To break it down: you'll be hearing more from Chrissy and other experts! Insta: @businesspartnerpartnerswebsite: www.partnerpartners.net2024-11-2219 min
Business Partner PartnersSmall Business Finances from a CPA: The Pigs Get Fat, the Hogs Get Slaughtered.Scott Karr, Mountain Goat's CPA, sits down with Chrissy to offer his time and wisdom with small business accounting. We discuss everything from what expectations you should have of a CPA, how to avoid tax problems, and biggest mistakes small business owners make with their finances. This is a must listen for any small business owner because the practicality is priceless in this one! Give it a listen! Apologies in advance for Ryan being out of town and the audio being questionable on this episode. Work with KTP Advisors: email scott@ktp-advisors.comIn...2024-11-1337 min
Business Partner PartnersCounseling-ish 2: The Deep Marital Dynamics of Running a Business Uncovered.Chrissy and Ryan are back at it with one of their best friends and pastor, Lee McDerment. We clarify early on that Lee is not a licensed counselor, so do not treat this information as such, but it could be useful to hear. The questions of "how is your soul?" and "what do you rate your marriage from a 1-10?" are answered and picked apart and we probably went a little deeper/more vulnerable than we were planning, so you better listen and find some value. This is another ep to make you feel less alone in the business...2024-10-3144 min
Business Partner PartnersQ4: Make it the Best Quarter of the Year with these Strategies to Maximize Profit.Chrissy and Ryan chime in with some plans and ideas for how to end 2024 with a bang. We discuss pending price increases, capitalizing on the holidays, merch plans, email marketing, and social media. The end of the year feels like a sprint, but with proper planning it can be your best quarter of the year. Join us in discussing our plans and make some plans of your own.insta: @businesspartnerpartnerswebsite: www.partnerpartners.net 2024-10-2320 min
Business Partner PartnersWould You Rather: Business EditionJoin in on this fun episode with Chrissy and Ryan as we play the classic game of Would You Rather, but with questions about our business. Both Chrissy and Ryan prepared would you rather questions in advance to surprise the other one which led to some solid debates on the answers. This is a good one to listen to not feel alone in the struggles you have as a couple and the way we always have to think about the 'what ifs' of business ownership. website: www.partnerpartners.netinsta: @businesspartnerpartners2024-09-1827 min
Business Partner PartnersThe Three Hardest Business Lessons We've Learned and Mindset Hacks When These Challenges Arise.Join Chrissy and Ryan on this duet episode where we discuss the three hardest lessons we've learned in our business and the mindset hacks for each challenge. We talk about being liked, other people, and how to solve problems. This is a good listen for anyone who has had challenges in their business or will have challenges (which is everyone!) so I guess you should all listen. :) Insta: @businesspartnerpartnersWebsite: www.partnerpartners.net2024-09-0424 min
Hair HeroDominate Social Media with 5 Simple Rules (w/ Chrissy Danielle)Send us a textCurious about the unexpected twists that can shape a career? Join us for an enriching conversation with the incredible Chrissy Danielle in the Mob Studio. Discover how a high school encounter with her hairdresser steered Chrissy away from fashion design and into a thriving career in cosmetology. As we gear up for the upcoming Hero event, Chrissy shares her palpable excitement about performing on stage for the first time and reflects on how the event has grown into a beacon of inspiration over the years.Ever wondered about the fleeting nature...2024-08-2033 min