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Unfiltered46. How to Create a Sustainable Work ScheduleOne of the best things about being an entrepreneur? You have total freedom to work whenever. One of the worst parts of being an entrepreneur? Deciding how to actually use your total freedom to work whenever.In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re yapping schedules; sharing how we’ve worked with the guilt that comes up when resting, the “weird” schedules we’ve experimented with, and the tricks we’ve learned over the years. From dealing with different time zones to working on the weekends to tracking our hours, we’re dishing on what we do to create a sche...
2025-07-3036 minUnfiltered45. Human Design Explained (and How We Use It)Ever wondered why you’re the type of person who needs 10 hours of sleep (or has buttloads of energy without a lot of sleep)? Launches without a plan (or has to plan out every part of your launch)? Gets bursts of inspiration here and there (or seems to always be in a get sh*t done mode)? It might have a whole lot to do with your Human Design.And that’s what we’re diving into in today’s episode of Unfiltered. We’re dishing on what the hell Human Design is, the five different energy types that...
2025-07-0943 minUnfiltered44. AI: The Good, The Bad, and the ScaryEveryone (and their mother) is talking about it… because AI is everywhere. From people using it in their everyday lives for everything from meal planning and reading birth charts to businesses implementing it for helping with copy or generating workflows, no one seems to be immune.In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re dishing on our honest thoughts about it all—what excites us, what concerns us, where we think it’s headed, and the businesses we see handling integrating AI well and… not so well.Highlights:(00:00) Introduction(01:20) A wild stat about C...
2025-06-2537 minUnfiltered43. Manifestation for Skeptics (and Some Cool Success Stories)Ever had serious doubts about manifestation? Us too. Especially when we first started exploring it, but over the last few years we’ve been experimenting with it in different ways and had some wild manifestation experiences.And in today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re dishing on all of that. Sharing about the logic and the woo behind manifestation, what’s shifted in our beliefs (and what we’re still skeptical about), and some of the things we’ve literally manifested.It’s a convo packed with real-time revelations, practical tips and tools for manifesting, personal stori...
2025-06-1138 minUnfiltered42. Getting Real About Spirituality (And WTF We Actually Believe)Get ready for a hella deep convo because in this week’s episode of Unfiltered, were diving into unlearning religion, “defining” spirituality, and sharing about our relationships with “God” (and what that word even means to us).From walking away from organized religion to reconnecting to a higher power in unexpected ways, this episode’s all about questioning beliefs, exploring what the frick spirituality look like and means, and talking about how spirituality has changed our lives, and businesses.Highlights:(00:00) Introduction(02:45) How growing up religious shaped our early beliefs
2025-05-2834 minUnfiltered41. How to Make Instagram Actually Feel Good w/ Nicole from Groovy SocialHave a love/hate relationship with Instagram? Us too.You’d have a hard time finding an online biz owner that doesn’t. That’s why, plus the fact that she’s an incredibly cool person who runs her biz her way, Nicole is our first ever guest on Unfiltered!As an IG strategist and fellow weirdo, Nicole of Groovy Social, share about her decision to walk away from social media management, why she took four months off Instagram, and how she rebuilt her brand, centered in self-trust and sharing the messy middle.We talk...
2025-05-1450 minUnfiltered40. Life Update: Sh*t We’ve Been Going ThroughWe’re backkkkk! And in this first (real) episode of Unfiltered 2.0, we’re sharing everything we’ve been up to—from starting new businesses to letting go of the things we thought wanted.It’s an honest AF convo about how we’re practicing listening to our intuition, things we’re shedding, and where we’re feeling stuck when it comes to being a human running an online biz.Highlights:(00:00) Introduction(02:00) Ways to experiment with listening to your intuition rather than stress responses or your logical mind (06:42) The bigger perspective Alet...
2025-04-3039 minUnfiltered39. Introducing: Unfiltered 2.0Since starting Unfiltered in 2023, we’ve changed… A LOT… and it’s time for the podcast to change with us! In this episode, we’re going BTS to talk about what fell out of alignment, what we did to fix it, and some exciting changes we’re making going forward. We’re feelin’ fired up and excited for Unfiltered 2.0!We'd love to connect with you! You can find us on Instagram: Han @itshannahreed, Fran @thepassionscollective, and Alethea @copywithspice
2025-04-1613 min
The Dream Biz® Podcast | Anti-Hustle Business Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs163 | Why Your Client Experience Should Benefit YOU Too (& Not Just Your Clients) with Fran from The Passions CollectiveWhat really makes a great client experience—and how can it support both your clients and your mental health? In this episode, I’m joined by Fran Rescigno of The Passions Collective, a Client Experience Architect who helps entrepreneurs design systems that work with their brains, not against them.We dive into:What client experience really means (hint: it’s more than just a gift box)How to create backend systems that reduce stress and increase sustainabilityWhy your brand presentation needs to match your actual processThe power of cli...
2025-04-0928 min
The Unexpected EntrepreneurHow Client Experience Extends Beyond What You Think with Fran Rescigno In this episode of the Unexpected Entrepreneur podcast, Jessie and Fran Rescigno delve into the intricacies of client experience. We talk about the importance of understanding the nature of client interactions, the role of automation in enhancing consistency, and how to infuse personality into client communications. About Fran: Fran is the founder of The Passions Collective, a Client Experience Architect and Certified Dubsado Specialist. Outside of business, Fran enjoys traveling (currently dipping her toes into digital nomad-ing), reading, and spending all her time in bookstores & coffee shops. Fran & the TPC team bring together their collective expertise to support neur...
2025-02-0533 minUnfiltered38. 2024 Wrapped Part 2: PredictionsIn today's episode of Unfiltered, we dive into our 2025 predictions for the online business world and beyond. We're dishing on some things we expect to see more of, like: client experience, the evolution of digital courses, and the rise of hyper-specific and personalized business strategies. Plus some things we're ready to say goodbye to, like: hustle culture, arbitrary measures of success, and businesses who don't actually follow through on their brand values. Highlights: (00:00:00 - 00:04:06) Introduction(00:04:07 - 00:12:15) How client & customer experience is going to continue to set businesses apart(00:12:16...
2025-01-2347 minUnfiltered37. 2024 Wrapped Part 1: ReflectionsIn this end-of-year reflection episode of Unfiltered we take a deep dive into our biggest lessons, breakthroughs, and moments of growth from 2024. We're sharing the ways this year challenged us to step into our most aligned businesses—whether it was saying no to unaligned clients or letting go of outdated narratives about success. Stick around for part 2 of this episode where we share our predictions for 2025 and the online space!Episode Highlights:(00:00 - 03:22) Introduction(03:23 - 08:14) How saying "yes" to the right clients or "yes" to th...
2025-01-0835 minUnfiltered36. The Energetics of Saying 'No' to Unaligned Clients [Tough Sh*t in Biz Mini Series Ep 5]We've all heard the advice that saying 'no' to unaligned clients makes space for 'f*ck yes' clients to follow, but it's not always as simple as just saying the word.
What about when you have no proof? What about when you really need the money? What about when you know you want to say 'no', but you keep end up saying 'yes' anyway?
In this episode, we're taking a deep dive into all the behind-the-scenes work we've had to do to be able to say 'no' to unaligned clients and how hard it can...
2024-12-1148 minUnfiltered35. What Digital Nomading is Actually Like as an Online Biz OwnerDigital nomading gets a whole lot of hype, but you ever been curious about what it’s actually like to run an online business and bounce around?
Buckle up, buttercup, because in today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re sharing about out experiences as digital nomads (all of us are currently nomading it up!). From navigating new grocery stores to adjusting work schedules in new timezones to learning how to be wayyyyyy more flexible with our routines, we’ve experienced a whole lot of ups and downs.
And we’d love to share them with you in thi...
2024-11-2751 minUnfiltered34. How the Heck to Hire and Onboard Team Members [Tough Sh*t in Biz Mini Series Ep. 4]Thinking about hiring your first team member? Wondering what stuff you should have together before you start the hiring process? Or what to do once you’re ready to onboard them? We got you.
In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re sharing everything we’ve learned about hiring AND onboarding new team members from figuring out how to hire someone for a specific role to the job application and interview process to some of the mistakes we made with onboarding, we’re blabbing about it all.
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[00:43 - 03:10] Our experiences with our first-ever...
2024-11-1354 minUnfiltered33. Feeling Your Feelings (and NOT Just Intellectualizing Them)We talk a lottttt about our feelings… and analyze them… and explain them, but how much do we actually FEEL them?
In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re getting hella vulnerable about how we’ve all been working on actually feeling our damn feelings. From the hard confrontations we’ve had to have with ourselves and parts we’re not proud of to the BS of wanting to hide until you’re perfect to the things we do to move through hard feelings, this conversation involves a few tears and is most definitely, unfiltered as heck.
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2024-10-301h 23Unfiltered32. Everything We’re Currently Rethinking (in Life and Biz) [Tough Sh*t in Biz Mini Series Ep. 3]In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re pulling back the curtain on alllllllll the things we’re currently questioning.
From our biz battles with posting consistently to redefining what a good work-life balance is when your personal world is messy to letting the “bare minimum” be good enough, we’re dishing on letting go of rigid expectations, shedding the “shoulds,” and questioning what rules (if any) we have to follow in the first place.
We’d love to connect with you! You can join our broadcast channel and connect with us on Instagram: Han @hannahreed.co, Fra...
2024-10-1644 minUnfiltered31. 13 Brands That Are Crushing It & What We Can Learn From ThemSending roses to customers after their pets have passed, hilarious and creative marketing campaigns (like turning love letters from exes into TP), and personal emails from founders are all examples in today’s discussion of brands that are doing a really freaking great job.
From product-based businesses to fav restaurant chains to software companies, we’re chatting about some of our most beloved brands and all the clever things to adore about them.
Highlights
02:20—10:15: A toilet paper company that’s hilarious (and has a cool mission)
10:15—23:00: A few brands that pack some serio...
2024-10-0253 minUnfiltered30. Mindset Lessons that Rocked Our Worlds [Tough Sh*t in Biz Mini Series Ep. 2]Fearing that you’ll never making another penny from your business again, feeling like all 25 things on your to-do list are priority #1, worrying about why others aren’t taking you seriously… all of those challenges boil down to mindset—and are ones we’ve personally struggled with.
In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re continuing our mini series on Tough Sh*t in Biz, chatting about the biggest mindset shifts we’ve had in the last year that seriously rocked our worlds and allowed us to let go of beliefs that were holding us back.
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2024-09-1858 minUnfiltered29. What’s the “Cost” of Saying Yes to Services You Don’t Love? [Listener Question]In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re diving into a juicy question asked by you! And that question is…
At the beginning of business, do you offer services people are asking for but you don’t love to increase cash flow? Or stick to what you really enjoy and wait for the right people to come along?
We’re dishing all of our thoughts on the potential “consequences” of saying f it and taking on projects you don’t love, when prioritizing cash flow over aligned projects makes sense, and how the answer to this question di...
2024-09-0424 minUnfiltered28. How to Navigate Burnout as an Entrepreneur [Tough Sh*t in Biz Mini Series Ep.1]Is burnout really a “right of passage” for business owners? Is resting the “cure” for burnout? How do you recognize the signs that you’re headed toward burnout? As (self-proclaimed) burnout experts, we’re kicking off a fun new mini-series by dishing all about our experiences with burnout, what burnout is really trying to tell you, how to navigate burnout & more.
Timestamp Breakdown:
2:38—10:46: Our experiences with burnout and a unique perspective on what burnout could truly be a sign of
10:49—20:01: Red flags to look for that might signal burnout is coming, potential causes for burnout, and...
2024-08-2153 minUnfiltered27. 1 Year of Unfiltered: Where We’ve Been and What’s NextWe’re baaack! After taking July off, we’re celebrating Unfiltered’s 1 year birth-iversary with this recap episode. We’re reminiscing on where we (and our businesses) were this time last year, how much has changed since, and what we’re excited for in the next year!
Timestamp Breakdown:
00:29—11:38: What we’ve been up to during the past mont + why we decided to take a month off from recording episodes
11:38—18:51: A look back on what our lives & businesses looked like a year ago when we first launched Unfilitered
18:51—33:30: Our biggest lessons learned during out...
2024-08-0739 min
Unfiltered26. 5 Recent Marketing Mishaps that Shocked Us“I can’t believe they said that” Instagram posts, marketing campaigns that pissed of A LOT of people, BS apologies, and more—that’s what we’re chatting about in today’s episode of Unfiltered. In this super open convo about some recent marketing mishaps we’ve witnessed from brands like Copyhackers, Bumble, Youthforia, and more, we’re discussing what these missteps show us consumers are fed up with, the best ways to handle public apologies, and some things we consider… pretty dang unforgivable. Grab a glass of milk because this one’s extra spicy. Highligh...
2024-06-261h 05
Unfiltered25. Books That Have Made an Impact on Us: Business & PersonalIn this episode of Unfiltered, we’re sharing our all-time-fav books (so far). Everything from nonfiction books in the business and self development genres to fantasy and thriller fiction genres! Have any recs that you think we’d like? Message us on IG! Here are the ones we mentioned: Nonfiction Books: “Permission to Put Yourself First” by Nancy Levin “The Dark Side of the Light Chasers” by Debbie Ford “The Cult of the Customer“ by Shep Hyken “Building a StoryBrand” by Donald Miller “Obsessed: Building a Brand People Love from Day One” by Emily Hayward “You are a Badas...
2024-06-1241 min
Unfiltered24. What We'd Do Differently if We Started Over in BusinessIf you could go back to the beginning of your biz, knowing everything you know now, what would you definitely do the same and what would you change? In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re answering exactly that. From the #1 thing we all agree took us too long to figure out to the things we’re so thankful we did in the beginning, we’re spilling about the exact things we would and wouldn’t change if we were to start our businesses all over again. Highlights: 10:31—24:27: Our thoughts on transitioning into running your own bus...
2024-05-291h 08
Unfiltered23. The BS of Overnight Success, Huge Money Wins, and Going ViralWe’ve it, you’ve seen it, and a whole lot of the online space seems to be full of it… and that’s people talking about viral strategies and hitting huge income months, but behind closed doors? Everything isn’t always as it appears. In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re talking about the myth of overnight success, why chasing huge money goals can bite you in the ass, some of the BS we’ve noticed when it comes to income transparency, and the things we actually focus on and prioritize to build our own businesses susta...
2024-05-1543 min
Unfiltered22. Panic and the Art of PivotingIf there’s one thing every entrepreneur is guaranteed to go through it’s a pivot. Whether that’s a pivot into a new niche, a pivot away from an offering, or a pivot of your whole-ass business, pivoting is a big part of building a business. In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re dishing on all of the pivots we’ve made, the fears we’ve faced around changing up the stuff we’ve come to be known for, when the desire to shake sh*t up is something you should listen to and when it’s something t...
2024-05-0148 min
Unfiltered21. The Anti-Highlight Reel: Sh*t We’re Currently Struggling WithAll aboard the struggle bus because in today’s episode of Unfiltered we’re sharing all the things we’re currently struggling with. Not the lessons we’ve learned. Or how we’ve made it to the other side. But just the fears we’re facing in real-time and the challenges we’re working with. It’s hella vulnerable, hopefully relatable, and definitely a reminder that things are messier behind the scenes than they might appear to the world. (Anti) Highlights: 6:00—19:44 - The battles of balancing social media (marketing on it, unplugging from it, you name it) 19:44...
2024-04-1752 min
Unfiltered20. The Online Space is Changing: Our Thoughts & PredictionsIf you’re someone who sells using the internet, you’re gonna love today’s episode of Unfiltered becauseeee we’re diving into all of our honest thoughts about the online space AND where we think it’s headed. (Shout out to @groovysocial for this gem of a question.) From the things we’ve already seen changing since we started our businesses to the shifts we’re predicting for the future of marketing in the online space, we’re spilling all of our unfiltered thoughts. Highlights: 1:38—9:21 - How people are approaching investing in a totally new w...
2024-04-031h 05
Unfiltered19. What No One Tells You About Client ExperienceChances are, if you’re a biz owner, you’ve heard a thing or two about client experience. But… what the heck even is it? AND, how do you deliver a good experience to your clients? Buckle up buttercup because on today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re diving into a juicy conversation about everything we’ve learned about client experience (mostly from Fran, whose literal job title is client experience architect). From the misconceptions we had when we were just getting started to the big mistakes we’ve made to the fun ways we’ve sprinkled in our own perso...
2024-03-201h 14
Unfiltered18. How to Detach Your Self Worth from Your Biz & Prioritize YOUIt’s easy to connect our self-worth to our business when everything is going well: successful launches, booking out, high-cash months… But what happens when you hit a dip? Will a failed launch, slow season, or low-cash month be a reflection of your worth? If you aren’t doing the work to detach your identity from your business, you’re bound to hit an identity crisis or two. In this episode, we’re chatting about all the different ways our businesses have triggered our personal insecurities and struggles, from receiving client feedback to losing retainer clients. But we’re also...
2024-03-061h 00
Unfiltered17. Wait. Should Building a “Cult Brand” Be The Goal??You’ve probably heard the phrase “cult brand,” h*ck, you might have even been taught by a business coach how to BUILD one… But what does building a cult brand even mean? And is it actually something we should be striving for as business owners? In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re diving into a ridiculously real convo about “cult”brands, aspects we’ve noticed that make our guts a little queasy, and whether or not building a cult-following is a dangerous power dynamic or a good goal to aim for. Highlights: 0...
2024-02-211h 03
Unfiltered16. Imposter Syndrome or Unqualified? Where’s the H*cking Line?Every entrepreneur knows it, fights it, and at times, gets their ass kicked by it. And the “it” we’re talking about… imposter syndrome. Which usually is insecurity getting the best of us, but what about when it’s not? What’s the line between imposter syndrome and actually NOT being “qualified” to teach about something? In today’s episode, we’re spilling all our thoughts on imposter syndrome and where not being “qualified” goes from an untrue thought you should tell off to an indication that you actually aren’t ready to charge for a certain subject. We’re havi...
2024-02-071h 04
Unfiltered15. Handling Slow Seasons and Advice for Brand New Biz Owners (Q&A Part 2)Should you work for free when you’re just getting started? What the hell can you do when your biz inspiration dries up? How the heck do you navigate a slow season that has you questioning if the money is gone for good? We got you. Because in today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re answering questions about being a brand new Pinterest manager, whether or not you should work for free when you start your biz, and how the hell to handle slow seasons and seasons of being wildly uninspired. We’re getting personal, sharing...
2024-01-2459 min
Unfiltered14. How to Structure Your Schedule to Get Stuff Done (Q&A Part 1)As a biz owner, it’s easy as heck to spend a bunch of time with your eyes glued to the screen without actually getting anything done. In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re answering a question about how we structure our days/weeks to avoid that problem exactly. From the tools we use to stay focused to the things we avoid that are serious time sucks, we’re getting into the nitty-gritty details of how we get sh*t done! Highlights: The one method we ALL use to stay on take Our favorite...
2024-01-1053 min
Unfiltered13. 2023 Recap: Our Wins & WhoopsiesAs 2023 comes to a close, we wanted to take some time to reflect on all this year has brought us: the good and the not-so-good. In this epsiode, we're sharing our wins, whoopsies and biggest lessons from 2023 to pull back the curtain and give you a truly Unfiltered recap of what this year has looked like! Highlights: 01:29—44:40 - Our biggest whoopsies of 2023 44:40—01:06:39 - Our biggest wins of 2023 01:06:39—01:09:55 - Our (rapid fire) top 3-5 lessons of 2023 Special shoutout to Olivia (@darkskycopy), Alethea's first mentee who we are all obsessed with. Thank you for all of your sup...
2023-12-271h 11
Unfiltered12. 23 Client Red Flags to Look Out ForFrom sliding into your DMs with ridiculous questions to not showing up on discovery calls, there are a lot of red flags to look for before sealing the deal with a potential client. In today’s episode, we’re dishing on ALLLLLL the red flags we pay attention to and the ones we’ve ignored that have come back to bite us in the butt. And hopefully, not only will you NOT make the same mistakes we have, but also—if you’ve already made these same mistakes—you’ll realize you’re definitely not the only one (be...
2023-12-131h 00
Unfiltered11. There’s No Such Thing as Business Without Mindset WorkThe biggest difference between being an entrepreneur and being an employee? All the freaking mindset and personal development work you HAVE to do on yourself. Because to run a biz, you need to know how to battle your insecurities, anxieties, and limiting beliefs. In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re diving into a juicy conversation about the mindset issues we’ve had to overcome (and are still working through), how personal issues show up in business, the science that explains why pushing past our comfort zone goes against our survival instincts, and the tools and resources we rel...
2023-11-291h 08
Unfiltered10. Is Talking Sh*t Affecting Your Business?When it comes to publicly talking about mistakes in your industry or mistakes other people have made, where is the line between helping your people and giving the ick? In this week’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re discussing this fine line, sharing our own perspectives and mistakes, and taking a closer look about the intentions behind talking shit. Is it always bad? Can it be helpful? Should people be burned to the ground for one mistake? Let’s chat about it! Highlights: 02:13—06:05 - Our different definitions of talking shit 07:19—22:00 - Talking shit vs educating y...
2023-11-1557 min
Unfiltered09. Boundaries vs. Contracts and How We Handle Both in Our BusinessesAs a biz owner, you’re gonna have to learn how to set clear AF boundaries with clients and enforce consequences when clients don’t do what they’re supposed to do. But… those things take practice and can feel intimidating to do, especially if you’re someone who worries about coming across as “mean.” In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re spilling all of our thoughts on boundaries. What they are, how they’re different than contractual agreements, how to communicate clear expectations to clients, the types of boundaries we’ve set in our businesses (like not tagging clien...
2023-11-011h 09
Unfiltered08. Handling Copycats as Biz OwnersThere’s something we’ve been noticing in the online space a whole lot lately… And that thing? Copycats. In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re diving into a hella nuanced conversation about copycats and digging into the line between inspiration and imitation, how copying someone else’s successful strategy is doing you a ginormous disservice, AND the different ways to confront a copycat. 02:19 - 11:28: The different experiences each of us have had with copycats and why copycats happen when you’re an industry leader 11:28 - 15:51: Where we draw the line between inspiration and imitation...
2023-10-181h 01
Unfiltered07. How to Know When to Outsource & Advice You Might Want to Ignore“Delegate what doesn’t light you up.” Great advice or total BS? In today’s episode of Unfiltered, we’re diving into a spicy topic that’s all about whether or not you should outsource the things that don’t light you up, when outsourcing actually causes more harm than good, and why it’s important to sometimes grit your teeth and learn to do something yourself. Buckle up buttercup, because today’s convo is a doozy. Highlights: 01:32 - 17:38: What to consider before hiring someone to help with copywriting, Pinterest marketing, or client experience...
2023-10-0455 min
Unfiltered06. The Importance of Community in Entrepreneurship (How We Became Biz Besties)We all know that entrepreneurship can be a lonely road sometimes, but it doesn’t have to be like that forever! In this episode of Unfiltered, we’re chatting about how our friendship was formed and the impact that it’s had on ourselves and our businesses. If you haven’t found your “people” in the online space yet, don’t worry — we talk about that too and how long it took us to find friends we truly connected with. Highlights/Timestamps: 01:24 - How we met and became friends 05:36 - Showing up as your true self and embracing th...
2023-09-2051 min
Unfiltered05. What We Wish We Knew When We Started Our Businesses (Part 2)You know that saying… hindsight’s 20/20? Well, we couldn’t agree more. In this episode of Unfiltered, we’re spilling about the BS we’ve bought into, the lessons we’ve learned, and the biggest revelations we’ve had since starting our own businesses. From the surprising truths about mindset vs. strategy to learning the importance of separating our identities from the successes and failures in our business, we’re dishing on (almost) all the advice we would go back and give our pre-business selves. Buckle up for a conversation so juicy that we had to split it into...
2023-09-0648 min
Unfiltered04. What We Wish We Knew When We Started Our Businesses (Part 1)You know that saying… hindsight’s 20/20? Well, we couldn’t agree more. In this episode of Unfiltered, we’re spilling about the BS we’ve bought into, the lessons we’ve learned, and the biggest revelations we’ve had since starting our own businesses. From the surprising truths about mindset vs. strategy to learning the importance of separating our identities from the successes and failures in our business, we’re dishing on (almost) all the advice we would go back and give our pre-business selves. Buckle up for a conversation so juicy that we had to split it into...
2023-08-2334 min
Unfiltered03. 12 Biz Investments We’re So Glad We MadeAs a business owner, you’re going to encounter a million and one opportunities to invest in your biz. Sometimes those investments are the best h*cking decision you’ve ever made and sometimes… they’re the worst. In this episode, we’re spilling on everything we’ve learned about biz investments over the past few years having each poured thousands of dollars into everything from coaching to brand design. From the questions we ask ourselves BEFORE investing (so we don’t end up regretting them) to the investments we’re so glad we spent the money on, we’re having...
2023-08-091h 14
Unfiltered02. What’s the Deal With all the Mean Girl Marketing?You might have fallen victim to this type of predatory marketing (or accidentally done it yourself), we know we have because not only is it commonly practiced, but it’s also widely taught to newbie entrepreneurs. And it leaves a whole lot of people feeling crappy about themselves. The type of marketing we’re talking about? Sleazy, mean girl marketing. In today’s episode, we’re having a JUICY conversation where we dive into why sleazy marketing happens (and what it can look like), the line between accidental sleaze and intentional sleaze, how to avoid falling for FOMO or...
2023-08-0956 min
Unfiltered01. Why We Started This Podcast (and Who the Heck We Are)In today’s very first episode ever of Unfiltered, we (Han, Fran, and Alethea) are introducing ourselves, talking about how we stumbled into entrepreneurship and built the businesses we run, and most importantly… why the heck we started this podcast! Spoiler: because we wish there had been a podcast that talked about the highs and lows and the messy behind-the-scenes of entrepreneurship when we started. Welcome to Unfiltered, we are SO excited to have you joining us! Connect with us on Instagram: Han (@hannareed.co), Fran (@thepassionscollective), and Alethea (@copywithspice)
2023-08-0932 min
Riveting RosiesThe Truth About Burnout as an EntrepreneurHi friends! We're back with another solo episode and this week we're talking about experiencing burnout in your business; what is is, where it comes from, and what to do about it. I break down all the things you can experience as a result of burnout that I don't hear people talking about in the online business space.
Details about Activate Your Alignment: https://www.thepassionscollective.com/activate-your-alignment
Connect with Fran on IG @thepassionscollective
2021-07-2610 minRiveting RosiesSh*tty Trends in the Business Coaching Space & the Importance of Standing Out in Your Industry with Lexy DeNikeIn this episode I'm joined by Intentional Marketing Coach: Lexy DeNike. Lexy is a 4x business owner with 4 years experience in the digital marketing space. She specializes in intentional + science-based marketing strategies for businesses of all sizes. We chat about the worst trends among online business coaches including: 10k months, x amount of clients in x amount of days, copying other coaches programs, etc. and some common misconceptions about running a business and experiencing burnout. We wrap up the episode by talking about the importance of setting yourself apart and showcasing your personality and Lexy's top tips for doing...
2021-07-1933 minRiveting RosiesIntersectionality in the Health + Wellness Space with Bianca HerresIn this episode, we are joined by Bianca Herres; a lifelong athlete and personal trainer turned body image coach, who uses social justice and empowerment to change what wellness means for her clients. Bianca and I chat about the intersectionality of race, body size and gender in the health and wellness space.
You can find Bianca on Instagram: @coachingbyb
If you'd like to connect with your host Fran, you can do so on Instagram: @thepassionscollective
2021-07-1259 minRiveting RosiesMy Pivot from Virtual Assistant to Systems StrategistHello friends! Welcome back to another solo episode—this one was highly requested on Instagram :)
In this episode I'm breaking down:
what lead me to want to pursue a different direction in my business
what I struggled with throughout the process
how I transitioned my services & offerings
what I learned along the way
+ more!
If you're interested in my client journey guide, you can view & purchase it here: Elevate + Automate Your Client Journey and my Dubsado course: Dubsado for Dummies
If you'd like to connect with me, you can do so on Instagram: @the...
2021-07-0517 minRiveting RosiesHow You Can Save Thousands of $ per Year Using DubsadoAre y'all ready for a spicy episode? I hope so! Today I'm talking about how you can save thousands (yes, thousands) of dollars per year using Dubsado. Keep listening to find out how!
Aaand just as a lil reminder: anyone who books a Done-in-a-Day Dubsado setup or fix up will get $200 off if you tell me you heard it on the pod! DM me if you have any questions, want to book, or want to chat about if it's a good fit for your business!
If you'd like to connect with me, you can do s...
2021-07-0509 minRiveting RosiesMoney Mindset & The Balance Between Strategy and Flow with Lauren RussellIn this episode we are joined by Business & Mindset Coach: Lauren Russell. Lauren is a social media strategist and business & mindset coach. She helps women create authentic personal brands online that attract their dream audiences so they can step into their power online with passion and purpose.
Some things we discuss in this episode include:
finding a balance between strategy & flow in your business
money mindset, and abundance
manifestation & leaning into your intuition
trusting your gut and following your path
& so much more!
You can connect with Lauren on IG: @withlaurenrussell and TikTok: @withlaurenrussell
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2021-06-2146 minRiveting RosiesThe Impact of Your Mindset with Claire OllilaIn this episode, I'm joined by Mindset Coach: Claire Ollila. Claire is a mindset coach and founder of “freedom mindset academy”, a 90-day mentorship that helps entrepreneurs feel clear, confident, and consistent so they can grow their biz. She is trained in meditation, neuro-linguistic programming, and hypnosis... and integrates these advanced tools into her mindset coaching as well as with her undergraduate students at Adrian College.
Some topics we discuss are:
just how much of an impact your mind has on your life
the importance of mindset as an entrepreneur
how cold showers can change your life...
2021-06-1449 minRiveting RosiesMental Health & Entrepreneurship with Addison BowenIn this episode I'm joined by OBM & VA Mentor: Addison Bowen. Addison is a nursing school dropout turned business owner. When she’s not mentoring VAs in Digital Creatives Academy, or teaching VAs to pivot to the OBM role you can find her working as an online business manager and building financial stability, having tripled her past corporate income in mere months while snuggling the cutest puppy ever (and frequently letting him run the show on IG stories.)
Some topics we discuss are:
mental health struggles & how they impact entrepreneurship
putting yourself first as an entrepreneur
ho...
2021-06-1450 minRiveting RosiesMisconceptions About Starting an Online Business with Morgan MooreIn this week's episode, we're joined by Morgan Moore; owner of @studiomooregan. Morgan is a Virtual Assistant for Brand and Web Designers who keep creatives in their genius zone by taking the business admin, back-end processes, and digital marketing strategy off designer's desks, so they can do more of what they love. Morgan and Fran met through Jessica Hawks' Digital Creatives Academy & we're so happy to have her on the podcast!
In this episode we chat about:
Morgan's daily routine & how she blocks her time
Work-life balance; how her relationship with work has changed from the...
2021-05-3140 minRiveting RosiesA Look Into Adult ADHD in WomenIn this solo episode I'm talking about ADHD in women and my experience specifically, being diagnosed at the age of 22. I talk about how ADHD typically presents in boys vs girls, why women with ADHD are more likely to be diagnosed later in life, and my experience with ADHD including my diagnosis and symptoms. Disclaimer: I am not a medical or mental health professional and this episode is not meant to serve in place of mental health care or diagnosis.
If you'd like to connect with your host Fran, you can do so on Instagram: @thepassionscollective or her website: thepassionscollective.c...
2021-05-2426 minRiveting RosiesComing Out, Religion, & Entrepreneurship with Sasadya JaydeIn this episode, I'm joined by Sasadya of Sasadya Jayde Socials. Sasadya Jayde Socials provides wedding pros with blogging and social media management so that they can get their life back while making more money.
Some topics we discuss are:
her experience growing up in a religious household and how it affected her view of the world
her coming out journey which ultimately would lead to her being kicked out by her parents
starting her own business + building it from the ground up
moving to a new city
the challenges of entrepreneurship
+ so much more!
Y...
2021-05-1749 minRiveting RosiesTop Mistakes to Avoid When Scaling a BusinessIn this solo episode I break down the top mistakes I see business owners making, and ways to prevent them from happening. I talk about the importance of mapping out your client journey, setting up automations, documenting SOPs and setting your business up for successful outsourcing!
If you'd like to connect with your host Fran, you can do so on Instagram: @thepassionscollective or her website: thepassionscollective.com
To follow along with the podcast, head over to @rivetingrosies on Instagram, and to share thoughts, feedback, or guest requests you can email hello@rivetingrosies.com
2021-05-1030 minRiveting RosiesCreating Your Own Path & Serial Side-Hustling with Chloe BelangiaIn this episode of Riveting Rosies, I'm joined by Chloe Belangia. Chloe is a brand strategist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. A storyteller at heart, Chloe's passion lies at the intersection of technology, communications, and design, with experience building successful digital-first brands in the Silicon Valley and Metro Atlanta ecosystems across tech, media, retail, publishing, and hospitality. Chloe is also the founder of The Passages Project, a micro-publication for young professionals, and the host of the Passages podcast, producing weekly conversations on creativity, early-stage entrepreneurship, and professional development for students and young adults. Chloe received her Bachelors...
2021-05-0350 minRiveting RosiesRiveting Rosies 2.0Hello everyone! It's been a hot sec since Riveting Rosies was actively releasing episodes, but I'm thrilled to share that Season 2 is coming on May 3rd. This season will look a little different than last - and will include some solo eps (which I'm so excited to share!)
Just a note: our handle on Instagram has changed - so if you're listening to old episodes it is no longer @rivetingrosies.podcast, but instead @rivetingrosies
If you'd like to connect with your host Fran, you can do so on Instagram: @thepassionscollective or her website: thepassionscollective.com
2021-04-2004 minRiveting Rosies37 | Virtual Assistant + Host of Riveting Rosies: Fran RescignoHello everyone! For those of you who don't know, I'm Fran, the face behind Riveting Rosies. A few months after I launched Riveting Rosies, I also launched my Virtual Assistant business (https://www.thepassionscollective.com/)! I got a lot of requests to talk a little bit about my background and my journey through starting a business and getting clients + I'm happy to say that the episode is now live!
This episode is also an important milestone because it also will wrap up the first season of Riveting Rosies! When I first embarked on this journey, I never an...
2020-12-0451 minRiveting Rosies36 | Shop Owners: Morgan Slade + Camille SeekerIn this episode I am joined by the shop owners of Seeker and Slade (https://www.seekerandslade.com/); Morgan Slade and Camille Seeker! Morgan and Camille met as college roommates and are now embarking on the journey of being business partners. They combined their skills to create Seeker and Slade, a brand for all of your magical needs. Delivering trendy theme park inspirited apparel to fit your aesthetic.
In this episode we discuss: the journey of Morgan and Camille going from best friends to best friends and business partners, how their individual skills and experiences compliment each...
2020-11-3033 minRiveting Rosies35 | Web Designers: Mallory Herera + Rachael McBayIn this episode I am joined by co-owners of Proven Pixel Design Studios (https://provenpixeldesigns.com/); Mallory Herrera and Rachael McBay! Mallory is a website designer and co-owner at Proven Pixel Design Studio. Proven Pixel is dedicated to helping female entrepreneurs find their ideal clients and make more money with a strategic website design and strong SEO. Mallory is an expert in all things tech and SEO with a focus on uncovering new ways to do things faster and better fo her clients. Rachael is a lifelong entrepreneur and co-owner of Proven Pixel Design Studio. A company she co-founded...
2020-11-2729 minRiveting Rosies34 | Virtual Assistant + Online Business Manager: Bri SanfordIn this episode I am joined by online business manager & owner of The Raxx Creative ( https://theraxxcreative.com/); Bri Sanford! Bri is a virtual administrative assistant turned online business manager. After years of managing high volume clients in the retail, medical, and entrepreneurial fields, Bri started her company to allow her more flexible hours and the chance to channel her gifts. The Raxx Creative provides creative business solutions for small and large businesses worldwide. The Raxx Creative has allowed Bri to not only work from home with flexible hours, but also allowed her time to manage her growing family of...
2020-11-2318 minRiveting Rosies33 | Functional Health + Nutrition Coach: Alexa HanshawIn this episode I am joined by the functional health and nutrition coach; Alexa Hanshaw! (https://www.alexahanshaw.com/) Alexa is a wife, fur mama, and founder of Alexa Hanshaw LLC that loves coffee and all things health and wellness. She is a functional health and nutrition coach whose mission is to empower womxn to become the CEO of their stress! Alexa uses her background in Corporate America, Functional Nutrition, fitness, yoga, breathwork, and meditation to empower and inspire womxn to take back their freedom from stress. Her clients have gone from exhausted, stressed and burnt out to calm...
2020-11-2023 minRiveting Rosies32 | Copywriter + Brand Strategist: Rachael WeaverIn this episode I am joined by the copywriter + brand strategist; Rachael Weaver! (https://www.cloudnine-marketing.com/). Rachael helps coaches and online service people clarify what they do, who it’s for, and why people need to buy from them. Her process is a unique system of blending Divine Feminine and Masculine energy that allows you to be yourself and attract ideal clients… and make a lot of money in the process.
In this episode we discuss: the importance of your work being in alignment with your authentic self, the benefits of becoming more intentional, how to find...
2020-11-1622 minRiveting Rosies31 | Digital Nomad Coach: Kerri PetersIn this episode I am joined by Digital Nomad Coach; Kerri Peters! Kerri is a full-time traveler & beach bum living out of a 30L backpack who loves palm trees, coconuts and dancing in the moonlight by the ocean. She found her purpose as a Digital Nomad Coach who helps female entrepreneurs learn how to travel solo, safely, and on a budget so they can take their business on the road without everything falling apart too! Her mission is to inspire and empower other heart-centered women to love the life of freedom they want-wherever they want!
In this...
2020-11-1338 minRiveting Rosies30 | Emotional Wellness Coach: Heather DempseyIn this episode I am joined by the Emotional Wellness Coach; Heather Dempsey! (https://www.heatheradempsey.com/) Heather helps stressed-out, super-striving individuals who struggle with anxiety and depression (due to the impact of past traumas), reduce how often they are triggered, increase their understanding of what they want and how they feel so they can be more comfortable, in-control and fulfilled. She helps her clients release perfectionism, reduce their inner critic, gain clarity and focus so they can feel safer, become more aware of their reactions/responses so they feel more stable, become more connected to people and themselves...
2020-11-0920 minRiveting Rosies29 | Spiritual 9-5 + Side Hustle Coach: Courtney BarrettIn this episode I am joined by the Spiritual 9-5 & Side Hustle coach; Courtney Barrett! (https://www.girlsforgrowth.com/) Courtney helps women launch their coaching businesses on the side of their full-time jobs! Using a blend of spiritual and practical strategies, Courtney helps her clients feel fulfilled, confident, and abundant in their 9-5 while they are balancing building their side hustle with it.
In this episode we discuss: how Courtney uses her previous experiences as fuel to help other women today, the importance of enjoying the phase and stage of life you are currently in, her tips...
2020-11-0623 minRiveting Rosies28 | Women's Self Defense Coach: Jackie HymanIn this episode I am joined by the senior Empowerment Self Defense instructor, co-founder and CEO of her own venture, Queen Power Training, spreader of spiritual teachings about the Divine Feminine, and the host of female empowerment podcast Queenrise Radio (https://www.queenrise.com/podcast); Jackie Hyman! Jackie creates a safe space for women and teen girls to step into their full power through self defense and fitness. Her flagship program, Queens Rising, teaches moms and their teen daughters crucial self defense tools and personal safety.
In this episode we discuss: the importance of empowerment self defense...
2020-11-0224 minRiveting Rosies27 | Acupuncturist + Bodyworker: Jillian RifkindIn this episode I am joined by the acupuncturist and bodyworker; Jillian Rifkind (https://joypointclinic.com) Jillian is living on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington state. She works with balancing the organ systems through visceral manipulation and harmonizing the energy field utilizing tones. She specializes in helping sensitive people overcome past trauma so that they can reconnect with their joy. In her free time she enjoys rock climbing, split boarding, surfing and enjoying all that the beautiful Pacific Northwest has to offer.
In this episode we discuss: the importance of setting healthy boundaries with your work, the...
2020-10-3018 minRiveting Rosies26 | Branding + Web Designer: Sarah DobbsIn this episode I am joined by Principal Designer and founder of McKinley Media; Sarah Dobbs! (https://www.mckinley-media.com/). McKinley Media is a brand and web design company for lifestyle brands and creatives. For Sarah, every project is about creating a brand filled with intentional and thoughtful designs so you can set yourself up for long-term growth and finally make your business work for you. She has an incredible eye for detail and has a passion for designing brands that tell her clients’ stories.
In this episode we will be discussing: how Sarah established herself and he...
2020-10-2624 minRiveting Rosies25 | Mental Health Advocate: Ananda de JagerIn this episode I am joined by mental health advocate and author of the book "Poems of Recovery: A young girl's path to recovering from an eating disorder and amenorrhea" (https://anandadejager.com/); Ananda de Jager! Ananda was born in Goes, Netherlands. After getting amenorrhea in 2018, she went on a spiritual healing journey. This led to her facing her inner demons and having a strong calling to inspire others. In 2020, she published her first poetry book. After publishing her book, she quickly became a mental health advocate. Promoting the power of vulnerability during events, workshops, and online
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2020-10-2317 minRiveting Rosies24 | Millennial Money Coach: Chloe EliseIn this episode I am joined by Owner and Creator of Deeper Than Money Co. (https://deeperthanmoney.mykajabi.com/); Chloe Elise! Chloe is a 25-year-old Millennial Money Coach, who helps millennials pay off debt, actually get ahead with their finances & save for big future investments. After paying off over $36,000 of debt in 18 months and seeing how it transformed her life, Chloe decided to show other 20 and 30-somethings how to create that life for themselves too. Her mission is to make finances fun and easy for millennials, and prove that you can enjoy your young adulthood and still get ahead wi...
2020-10-1640 minRiveting Rosies23 | Energy + Mindset Coach: Megan SchmidtSo excited for you all to have the chance to listen to this episode! Megan Schmidt (https://www.alignwellnessyxe.com/) is a mindset + energy transformation coach, yoga instructor + host of The Align Wellness Podcast. She teaches women how to master their minds + change their energy to become happier, healthier + more fulfilled in their lives! In this episode we discuss: how she became a yoga instructor at 17 years old, how her journey began with health coaching education, how important limiting beliefs can be, and how much control they have over our lives and the importance of following your intuition and...
2020-10-0938 minRiveting Rosies22 | Certified Life Coach: Jessie BensonIn this episode I am joined by Certified Life Coach: Jessie Benson (https://jessiebenson.com/). Jessie Benson is a Certified Life Coach who helps women find their brave. Jessie found her own brave and walked away from life as a doctor in 2014 to follow her dream. Now, as a life coach, Jessie helps women overcome self-doubt and perfectionism to up their Brave Factor and live bigger. She works with clients 1:1 and helps them be the person they were meant to be and live the life they were meant to live. The culmination of Jessie’s coaching is her year-long pr...
2020-10-0520 minRiveting Rosies21 | Candle Maker: Melissa Marshall PickensIn this episode I am joined by Melissa: founder of One Eleven Candles (https://oneelevencandles.com/). Melissa turned her hobby of candle making into a side-hustle about 6 months ago, and creates beautiful candles with intention. In this episode we discuss: the art of candle-making, why she chooses specific scents, crystals, and soy wax, running a business while working a full-time job, the importance of believing in yourself if there's something you want to try.
You can find Melissa on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/oneelevencandles/)
Connect with us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/rivetingrosies.podcast...
2020-10-0225 minRiveting Rosies20 | Brand Identity Coach: Tracy BorresonIn this episode I am joined by Brand Identity Coach and Strategic Marketing Consultant: Tracy Borreson (https://optimizecx.ca/). As a mompreneur, she started her own business to bring together her love of coaching, marketing and creating a perfect work/life balance. She is an efficiency junkie and is passionate about helping others align with their personal brand and making marketing (and sales) as easy as possible. She loves music, dancing, baking and books, and you can find her relaxing with a hot cup of tea or chasing around her 2yo son.
In this episode we discuss...
2020-09-2831 minRiveting Rosies19 | Female Entrepreneur Coach: Dr. Caroline IscovitzIn this episode I am joined by Dr. Caroline Iscovitz (https://www.drcarolineiscovitz.com/). As doctor in psychology with a specialization in marriage & family therapy and working for years as a therapist, she decided that working as a coach was a path she wanted to pursue. She helps womxn entrepreneurs that are overwhelmed from balancing their business, their family, & their health to be in control of the decisions they make, the relationships they nurture, & most of all taking care of themselves without guilt. In this episode, we talk about how to find a healthy work-life balance and set boundaries, navi...
2020-09-2524 minRiveting Rosies18 | Virtual Assistant + Coach: Jessica HawksIn this episode I am joined by Virtual Assistant + Coach: Jessica Hawks (https://www.itsjessicahawks.com/). Jess worked in the corporate world for 4 years, initially pursuing a Nursing degree, and soon decided that her job was not fulfilling her + jumped headfirst into the virtual assistant world! She started making 9k per month after her 4th month of working as a VA and is on track to reach make 6 figures in her first year of business. Jess talks about why she chose to leave the corporate world, how important it is to create genuine connections when engaging with potential clients...
2020-09-2134 minRiveting Rosies17 | Executive Virtual Assistant: Naomi DzunicIn this episode I am joined by Virtual Assistant: Naomi Dzunic (https://wildandfreeservices.com/). After working as an Office Manager for four years, she wanted more than counting my paid vacation and pinning bucket list locations on Pinterest. So when she found out she could use her skills in the online business world, she immediately took up the challenge. We talk about her journey of starting up her business, how her approach to social media has changed over time, how she's been able to grow and increase her audience and the importance of boundaries and work-life balance.
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2020-09-1821 minRiveting Rosies16 | Painter, Illustrator + Shop Owner: Savannah LandisIn this episode I am joined by Savannah, owner and creator of WEI Apparel (https://www.etsy.com/shop/weiapparel). Savannah sells handmade earrings, stickers + hand-dyed apparel and I had such a great time getting to know her! In this episode she talks about starting her business at 17, navigating being a full-time college student + owning a business, being okay with making mistakes, finding balance as a creative between things you enjoy making and what your audience wants to see, and not being afraid to ask for help.
You can find Savannah on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com...
2020-09-1421 minRiveting Rosies15 | Home Decor Maker + DIY-er: Bianca De La TorreIn this episode I am joined by Bianca De La Torre, owner and creator of Peony Accents (https://www.etsy.com/shop/PeonyAccents?ref=shop_sugg). Bianca is a registered dietician and spends her weekends and free time fueling her creativity with Etsy shop order and DIY projects around her house. In this episode we discuss the reason behind her business and the unique inspiration she had for starting it, using TikTok to grow your business, being comfortable showing more aspects of your life other than just your business, and not feeling guilty when you have to set boundaries for...
2020-09-1128 minRiveting Rosies14 | Gym Owner + Trainer: Stephanie NiciarzIn this episode I am joined by Stephanie Niciarz (https://www.instagram.com/curiosly.steph/). Steph has been a Personal Trainer and owner of Boss Fitness boutique personal training studio (https://www.bossfitnessca.com/) in Ventura, CA for the last 8 years. She's most recently the founder of the Boss Brides Bridal Training Program (https://www.boss-bride.com/) to get brides in the best shape of their life in time for their big day and the Ventura Fitness Collective (https://venturafitnesscollective.com/), a collective of trainers who came together during Covid to provide a safe place to work out and...
2020-09-0723 minRiveting Rosies13 | Candle Maker + Lifestyle Blogger: Danita ShariIn this episode I am joined by Danita Shari; candle maker, lifestyle blogger and owner of Shari. Co (https://www.shopsharico.com/). Shari. Co is a candle and fragrance company that aims to provide scents for calming and relaxation, that can be used in your daily routines. We talk about navigating starting a business, making a profit, and buying wholesale products. The importance of being authentic on social media and how Danita uses social media as a way to show people how she uses her products for self-care, to show how they can be incorporated into your life.
2020-09-0421 minRiveting Rosies12 | Mindset + Imposter Syndrome Coach: Jillian ParekhIn this episode I am joined by Mindset/Imposter Syndrome Coach: Jillian Parekh (https://www.jillianparekh.com/). Jillian is certified in neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT Tapping), and T.I.M.E Techniques and is also a Clinical Hypnotherapist. We talk about her educational background and what certifications she has gotten that allow her to help women uncover the subconscious programming of their brains. How learning the language of your ideal client/audience can help you better connect with your audience. The importance of scheduling time to work and time to relax.
You can find...
2020-08-3121 minRiveting Rosies11 | Sex + Dating Coach: Myisha BattleThis week I am joined by Myisha Battle (http://www.myishabattle.com/). Myisha Battle is a certified sex and dating coach, writer and speaker. Through coaching and her sex-positive podcast, Down for Whatever (https://downforwhatever.libsyn.com/), Myisha provides accurate sexual information, instills pride in difference, and encourages the quest for sexual satisfaction no matter a person’s race, gender, orientation, ability or age. Her motto is “better sex, better life”.
You can find Myisha on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/myishabattle/) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/sexforlifellc/)
Connect with us on Instagram (https://www.ins...
2020-08-2631 minRiveting Rosies10 | Photographer: Melissa MjoenThis week I am joined by photographer Melissa Mjoen (https://mjoenphotos.bigcartel.com/). She began her journey with photography when she was in high school and has continued to pursue her passion since then. She speaks about her experience as a beginning photographer and figuring out pricing and understanding her worth. She also discusses the importance of not being discouraged if you struggle when you first start your business and always having confidence in yourself and your work.
You can find Melissa on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/melissa.m.j/)
Connect with us on...
2020-08-1918 minRiveting Rosies9 | Branding + Website Designer: Kenzie AmickThis week I am joined by Kenzie Amick: Branding + Web Designer and owner of Kenzie Amick Co. (https://www.kenzieamick.co/). Kenzie talks about her college experience and how she was inspired to start her own business + quit her corporate job 2 weeks later! We talk about how her experience at her corporate job gave her useful experience for starting her own business, and how was able to start booking clients after starting Kenzie Amick Co. She talks about how she expanded her business beyond typical client work and the importance of making sure that your own needs are met...
2020-08-1228 min
Homework HourRiveting Rosies (ft. Francesca Rescigno)Akash and Nate sit down with Francesca Rescigno about her new podcast titled “Riveting Rosies” and much more. “Riveting Rosies” is about interviewing female business owners in order to empower other women who aspire to do the same. Also, Fran accepts our invitation to partake in out Harry Potter Trivia Battle.
Hope you enjoy!
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2020-08-101h 18Riveting Rosies8 | Artist & Creator: Brianna FivesIn this episode I am joined by Brianna Fives (https://breezycreations.bigcartel.com/): artist, creator + owner of Breezy Creations. Brianna runs a small business and specializes in screen-printed apparel, stickers, acrylic paintings + dotwork design. We talk about her journey with creativity and the ebb + flow of being a small business owner. She discusses her newfound love for screen-printing and the new business opportunities it has provided for her. She emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who will support you and being open and accepting of criticism.
You can find Brianna on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Breez...
2020-08-0520 minRiveting Rosies7 | Breathwork Facilitator + Reiki Energy Therapist: Sam KalawartIn this episode I am joined by Sam Kalawart (https://samkalawart.com/): Breathwork Facilitator, Reiki Energy Therapist and founder of The Healing Space. We talk about how her health journey with Lyme Disease lead her to seek out a more integrative approach to physical, mental and emotional healing. She discusses how she was lead to begin working with clients, and how her business evolved from a nutritional focus to Breathwork + Reiki. She talks about the importance of being able to slow down and accept that you don't always have to channel masculine energy in order to have a successful...
2020-07-2931 minRiveting Rosies6 | Branding Designer + Content Creator: Lindsay ScholzIn this week's episode I am joined by Lindsay Scholz (https://lindsayscholz.com/), designer and owner of Lindsay Scholz Studio. Lindsay Scholz Studio is a design and content studio for women-owned businesses. She discusses how it's okay to try different things and explore fields other than what your degree is in and the importance of doing your research when you first start a business.
You can connect with Lindsay on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lindscholz/) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/lindsayscholzstudio)!
Connect with us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/rivetingrosies.podcast/) to stay...
2020-07-2222 minRiveting Rosies5 | Social Takeout: Lindsay Sganga + Emily DeMicheleOn this week's episode I am joined by Lindsay Sganga (https://www.instagram.com/lindsaysganga/?hl=en/) and Emily DeMichele (https://saltandsoulcollective.com/) to talk about their individual journeys as entrepreneurs and their experience creating Social Takeout (https://thesocialtakeout.com/). We talk all about following your dreams, not being afraid to do something crazy & how they connected and decided to start a business together.
You can find them on Instagram: Lindsay (https://www.instagram.com/lindsaysganga/?hl=en), Emily (https://www.instagram.com/saltandsoulcollective/?hl=en) and Social Takeout (https://www.instagram.com/thesocialtakeout/?hl=en)
2020-07-1553 minRiveting Rosies4 | Marketing Coach & Photographer: Jo BradfieldIn this episode I'm joined by Marketing Coach and Branding & Boudoir Photographer: Jo Bradfield (http://joelleelizabeth.com/)! Jo started the foundation of her business when she was in high-school and has been making her dreams a reality ever since. She talks about how her business has evolved over time and how she was able to really pinpoint what her target audience is. She discusses the importance of understanding your worth and how setting up a work-week structure is so important for creating and maintaining healthy boundaries.
You can find Jo on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thejoelleelizabeth/), F...
2020-07-0834 min
Riveting Rosies1 | Welcome to Riveting RosiesEPISODE ONE BABYYY!! In this episode I introduce you to myself (your host, Francesca) and I talk about why the heck I decided to start this podcast. I'm super awkward and ramble a ton (even though this was my second attempt at recording this episode because I rambled a lot in the first one) so bare with me! Thank you for listening—I appreciate you :)If for some reason you're interested in following me outside of the pod: you can find me on all social media @fmr1202
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Riveting Rosies3 | Holistic Health Practitioner: Calee SheaCalee Shea (https://caleeshea.com/) is an Atlanta, Georgia based Holistic Health Practitioner. She works with women to help them eliminate hormonal acne, beat bloat, increase libido, and support their cycle health so that they can have dreamy, consistent cycles and feel GOOD all month long. We talk about how her own health journey and struggles lead her to seek out more information about how to heal her body from the inside out. She talks about the importance of trusting your intuition and how setting boundaries is so important to maintain a healthy balance between life and work.
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Riveting Rosies2 | Branding & Web Designer: Bri SummersIn this episode I am joined by Branding & Web Designer: Bri Summers. Bri is the founder of Brighten Made (https://brightenmade.com/), a modern lifestyle branding company. We talk about her college experience, her first corporate job and how she was able to launch her own business (twice!). She talks about the importance of knowing your strengths and not being afraid to ask for help.
You can find Bri on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/brightenmade/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/brightenmade/) and Pinterest (https://www.pinterest.com/brightenmade/)
Connect with us on Instagram (https://ww...
2020-07-0131 min