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Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Leaky Marketing Explained: How to Identify and Fix ItLeaky marketing can cost you leads, sales, and opportunities. In this episode, marketing strategist Gwen Montoya dives into what leaky marketing is, how to identify it, and practical ways to fix it. From improving clarity in your messaging to ensuring smooth follow-through and creating seamless customer journeys, Gwen provides actionable tips to patch the holes in your marketing strategy. Every business owner faces these challenges, but with the right approach, they’re entirely fixable!What You'll Learn in This Episode:What leaky marketing is and why it’s common for small businesses. How lack of clari...2025-02-2409 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Get Smart With Analytics: Tips to Make Better Marketing DecisionsIn this episode, marketing strategist Gwen Montoya breaks down the often intimidating world of analytics and explains how to use the data to make smarter marketing decisions. Whether it’s social media, email marketing, or website traffic, Gwen shares actionable insights on what to track, how to interpret the data, and why it matters. Analytics don’t have to be scary—they’re a powerful tool to help you grow your business and connect with your audience in meaningful ways.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why analytics are crucial for improving your marketing strategy. How to id...2025-02-1713 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Move Past the Doubt: Business Lessons You Need to EmbraceRunning a business is filled with ups, downs, and lessons we learn over and over again. In this episode, marketing strategist Gwen Montoya explores the common fears, insecurities, and challenges that all business owners face, and offers insights on how to overcome them. From the vulnerability of being visible to the fear of making mistakes, Gwen sheds light on the shared struggles of entrepreneurship and provides actionable tips to navigate them.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why being visible in your business is non-negotiable and how to embrace it. How to overcome the fear o...2025-02-1007 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Know Your Audience: The Key to Better Marketing DecisionsUnderstanding your audience is the foundation of effective marketing.In this episode, marketing strategist Gwen Montoya dives into strategies for learning more about your audience so you can create better content, offers, and marketing strategies. From analyzing demographics and analytics to gathering insights through surveys and observations, Gwen offers actionable advice to help you connect with your audience and make data-informed decisions for your business.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How to use demographics to identify key traits about your audience. Leveraging your analytics to determine what content and platforms resonate most.2025-02-0304 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Stay Organized: Tools and Tips for Small Business SuccessFeeling overwhelmed with everything you need to juggle in your business? In this episode, marketing strategist Gwen Montoya shares her favorite tools and strategies for staying organized. From brain dumps and to-do lists to powerful platforms like Airtable and ClickUp, Gwen highlights practical ways to streamline your workflow, plan your marketing, and stay focused. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for ways to refine your systems, this episode will help you gain clarity and get more done with less stress. What You'll Learn in This Episode:The power of a weekly brai...2025-01-2705 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Marketing on the Fly: 13 Things You Can Do From Your PhoneRunning a business doesn’t always happen behind a desk. In this episode, marketing strategist Gwen Montoya shares 13 practical tasks you can accomplish one-handed from your phone to keep your marketing and business goals moving forward. Whether you’re waiting in a pickup line, at an appointment, or simply taking advantage of a quick break, these actionable tips will help you stay productive without needing a full office setup.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How to use the Canva app to create or edit graphics on the go. Drafting emails, blog posts, and so...2025-01-2005 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Holistic Marketing: Why All Your Channels Need to Work TogetherIn this episode, marketing strategist Gwen Montoya breaks down the power of integrated marketing and why small business owners need to connect their marketing channels for greater success. From using your website as a home base to building an email list, leveraging social media, networking effectively, and optimizing for search engines, Gwen shares how each aspect of your marketing works together to help you grow your business. Discover actionable insights to stop relying solely on one platform and start creating a holistic marketing strategy. What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why integrated marketing is...2025-01-1308 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Shiny Objects vs. Sure Things: How to Focus on What MattersFeeling overwhelmed in your business? You’re not alone. In this episode, marketing strategist Gwen Montoya shares practical strategies for managing overwhelm, prioritizing your tasks, and staying focused. Gwen introduces her step-by-step flowchart to help you make better decisions about where to put your energy, from handling communication to tackling shiny new ideas. Whether you’re juggling too many responsibilities or just need a clear direction, this episode will help you feel more confident and in control. What You'll Learn in This Episode:How to recognize and manage feelings of overwhelm in your busine...2025-01-0608 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Get Found Locally: How to Leverage Google for Small BusinessesIn this episode, marketing strategist Gwen Montoya walks listeners through the ins and outs of Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business).From setting up and optimizing your profile to leveraging it as a powerful tool for local visibility, Gwen shares actionable advice for small business owners looking to make a great first impression online. If you've ever wondered how to get started or make the most of your Google Business listing, this episode is for you.What You'll Learn in This Episode:What Google Business Profile is and why it's crucial for small...2024-12-3007 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Marketing Strategies That Don’t Rely on Social MediaIn this episode, host Gwen Montoya dives into the challenges of relying solely on social media for business marketing and explores alternative strategies to promote and grow your business.From building a strong email list to leveraging in-person networking, Gwen shares actionable tips to create a diversified marketing plan that complements your social media efforts. Whether you're feeling burned out by algorithm changes or looking for long-term strategies, this episode is packed with insights to help you create a well-rounded marketing approach. What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why relying exclusively on social m...2024-12-2306 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Reignite Your Passion: Permission to Experiment in Your BusinessIn this episode of Adventures in Marketing, Gwen Montoya dives into the importance of giving yourself permission to experiment in your business. Feeling stuck, bored, or uninspired? Gwen explores how trying something new—from tweaking your offers to reaching new audiences—can reignite your passion and creativity. Learn how curiosity and low-risk experimentation can bring fresh energy to your business without the need to “burn it all down.”What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why business owners often feel stuck and bored after doing the same things for too long. How giving yourself permission to experime...2024-12-1108 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Ways to Market Your Business Before You OpenAre you wondering how to market your business before opening? Starting a new business is one of the most exciting and challenging adventures you can take. But once you’ve checked off the basics—like setting up your website, creating your social media accounts, and securing your location—how do you effectively market your business before it officially opens? Whether you’re a small business owner launching a brick-and-mortar store or an online service, I’ll share practical, actionable strategies to help you build excitement, connect with your ideal audience, and set the stage fo...2024-11-2811 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)5 Signs Your Marketing Needs a RefreshIn this episode, we'll talk about the value of refreshing your marketing strategy to ensure your business stays resilient and ahead of challenges. Whether you're aiming for exponential growth or a solid foundation, this episode will inspire you to take a closer look at your marketing.What You’ll Learn:Declining Leads or Sales: How to spot early signs that your marketing isn’t as effective as it used to be and why curiosity is the best response.Adapting to Algorithm Changes: The impact of shifts in social media and search engin...2024-11-1608 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)From Browsing to Buying: Turning Website Visitors into CustomersIn this episode, Gwen shares how you can turn website visitors into happy customers. She covers making your website easy to navigate and engaging right from the start. Learn why it's crucial to have your most important info where visitors expect it. Gwen also explores  the essentials of building trust through consistent branding and error-free pages, using language that speaks to your audience, and leveraging analytics to tailor your content perfectly. You'll get practical tips on boosting your site’s traffic with smart SEO, engaging social media, and email marketing. Wra...2024-04-2723 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Dealing with Unsupportive Friends and FamilyAs much as we'd love for our friends and family to be as excited about our business as we are, it doesn't always work that way.So what do you say to someone who can't resist telling you how bad your business idea is or sends you every scary small business article they come across?In this episode Gwen shares quick tips and ideas to help you manage unsupportive friends and family.Want more marketing support?Become an AIM memberConnect with me on TikTok Interested...2023-10-1612 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Getting Your Groove BackWhat do you do when you've lost your groove and how do you get it back?In this episode Gwen shares quick tips and ideas to help you rediscover your groove!Want more marketing support?Become an AIM memberConnect with me on TikTok Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gmontoyapdxYouTube: www.youtube...2023-09-1908 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Creating Content with PurposeThe content you create isn't just meant to fill a slot on your content calendar. It has a job.In this episode, Gwen explains how to create content with purpose, how to track what's working, and how to create content that resonates with your intended audience. Get the Content with Purpose mini-courseBecome an AIM memberRead the blog post version of this podcast episodeConnect with me on TikTok Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the B...2023-03-0817 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)ChatGPT for Small Business OwnersLearn about ChatGPT, and how it can be helpful in streamlining content creation.In this episode Gwen shares ways small businesses can use ChatGPT to their advantage: streamline content creation, improve consistency, and enhance the customer experience. By using ChatGPT to generate ideas and copy for emails, social media, videos, blogs, and more, businesses can save time and focus on other parts of their business. The consistency of content creation can also improve, which can lead to a better customer experience by providing extra touches of customer care and service.Get the ChatGPT f...2023-02-2024 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)5 Questions to AskThere's a lot of rush and pressure for small business owners to make quick decisions, always know what is going on, and "be successful".But what if there were another way to look at it? What if you could create goals that suit your own definition of success and work in a way that feels good to you? Interested in learning how we can work together to build a roadmap between where you are now and where you want to go? Complete my intake form here. Interested in working together? Start with m...2022-12-2809 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)13 Low Energy Marketing TasksNo matter how passionate we are about the work we do or the impact we have, we're all going to have low energy days when it comes to our business. And you know what? It is ok to shift your tasks on those days to something that feels more manageable and doable for where you are that day.In this episode we talk about 13 things you can do on low energy days (or if you're working on handed because you're nursing a baby).Interested in ongoing marketing support and resources? Join my Adventures i...2022-12-2311 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Local SEO 101Local SEO (and all SEO) is a big topic, but I wanted to share this podcast episode to get you started. While I don't help businesses exclusively with SEO anymore, this is something I am passionate about. If you need a referral for someone to help you with your local SEO, please let me know! Interested in ongoing marketing support and resources? Join my Adventures in Marketing membership starting at $10/month.  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership gro...2022-10-2517 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)5 Marketing Traps to AvoidIf you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! Learn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.comJoin my em...2022-09-1216 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Wearing All the HatsDownload your own copy of the flowchart here - https://www.subscribepage.com/flowchart If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! Learn more about what I do, acc...2022-06-0312 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Rethinking InstagramInstagram is adding even more changes and many are struggling with the algorithm. Let's talk about how today's Instagram plays into your overall marketing strategy and why I think Instagram is now three social media platforms in one!Looking for more marketing support?If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! ...2022-05-2522 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioWhat Does Investing in Yourself Really Mean?Submit your question to MOBcast RadioLearn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Champ...2022-04-1127 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioWhat is #MOBlife?Submit your question to MOBcast RadioLearn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Champ...2022-04-0425 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Staying Focused in the Noisef you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! Learn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog at www.gwenmontoya.comJoin my em...2022-03-1710 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioTaking Intentional Steps Towards Your GoalsSubmit your question to MOBcast RadioLearn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop!  Slow down blog post can be found here - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/is-it-time-to-slow-down ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a busin...2022-02-2109 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioFinding InspirationSubmit your question to MOBcast RadioLearn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Champ...2022-02-1418 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Gwen's Flow ChartDownload your own copy of the flowchart here - https://www.subscribepage.com/flowchart If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! Learn more about what I do, acc...2022-02-1009 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioKicking Self Criticism to the CurbSubmit your question to MOBcast RadioLearn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Champ...2022-02-0717 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Basics of Starting Your Own PodcastTools and Resources mentioned in the podcast (please note, I don't use affiliate marketing - I actually use and like these products/services):Simplecast - podcast host - www.simplecast.com Blue Yeti Snowball- the microphone I use - https://www.bluemic.com/en-us/products/snowball/Audacity  - the tool I use to edit and record podcasts - https://www.audacityteam.orgOtter.ai - transcription service - https://otter.ai My blog post with free/low cost music options - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/6-places-to-find-stock-audio-for-your-podcast-or-videoPodcast promotion pdf - h...2022-01-2022 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioThe Messy MiddleLearn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Championship, a 2018 nomination from Oregon Entrepreneurial Network as a Game...2022-01-1721 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioPut Your Money Where Your Mouth IsMentioned in this episode:Wondergrade app for kids - learn more hereLearn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won s...2022-01-1022 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast Radio2021 Year in ReviewLearn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Championship, a 2018 nomination from Oregon Entrepreneurial Network as a Game...2021-12-2718 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioDealing with Holiday OverwhelmLearn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Championship, a 2018 nomination from Oregon Entrepreneurial Network as a Game...2021-12-2017 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioWhat Does "Support Mom Owned" Mean?Learn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Championship, a 2018 nomination from Oregon Entrepreneurial Network as a Game...2021-12-1316 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioIntentional Social MediaLearn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Championship, a 2018 nomination from Oregon Entrepreneurial Network as a G...2021-12-0622 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioGift Giving - MOB StyleThis episode is sponsored by Karina’s Noonday World Changers.Noonday isn’t a typical jewelry company. To make a difference in some of the world's most vulnerable communities, Noonday partner's with Artisan Businesses to build a flourishing world through fair trade, empowering them to grow sustainably and to create dignified jobs for people who need them. Learn more.Check out the MOB Holiday Gift Guide here. In this episode Aria, Gwen, and Mori mentioned specific gifts - here's where you can find them!Gwen mentioned:Mermaid Scale fingerless glove...2021-11-2916 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioFrom JOB to MOBJoin the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Championship, a 2018 nomination from Oregon Entrepreneurial Network as a Game Changer, a 2018 American Express Small Business Champ...2021-11-0112 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioCOVID BurnoutThis episode is sponsored by Healistic Reserve - Lunar Bath Rituals for Holistic Healing of the Body, Mind, & SpiritLunar Bath Rituals are for everyone. Immerse yourself in a spiritual nontoxic bath experience, including a bath Bomb, scrub, body butter, essential oil roller, relevant crystal, affirmation card, ritual outline, and reiki-infused guided meditation. For more information, visit healisticreserve.com*******Learn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******2021-10-2515 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioA New Approach to Social MediaListen to Gwen's podcast episode about how to promote your business without using social mediaLearn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB h...2021-10-1821 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioCompensation MattersThis episode is sponsored by Aubrey Martin of Martin Family Real Estate - Go Home Happy! Connect with Aubrey on Instagram here.Learn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB -  Enrollment re-opens October 2021Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle ownin...2021-10-0418 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioWe Are Over Dude Bro MarketingThis episode is sponsored by AstroArtistry - join the ComMOONity to elevate your life, find your purpose, and reconnect with the moon's magic! Join hereLearn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB -  Enrollment re-opens October 2021Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other...2021-09-2719 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioIntroducing MOB SocialThis episode is sponsored by Run Empowered - Discover confidence, fun and longevity as you run through your 40s, 50s, and beyond. We build runners for life.Watch the announcement video here (link will open in Instagram)Learn more about the MOB Nation Join the MOB -  Enrollment re-opens October 2021Attend a Virtual Meetup Sign up for the MOB email list and stay in the loop! ******About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and o...2021-09-2120 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Uh-oh Bad Review - Now What?If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join here - www.gwenmontoya.com/membershipIf you'd like one-on-one support, complete my intake for and we can chat! - https://forms.gle/pRVVVEXfEQf9c2u9ALearn more about what I do, access freebies, and find resources on my blog a...2021-09-1213 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioShift HappensLearn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Championship, a 2018 nomination from Oregon Entrepreneurial Network as a Game Changer, a...2021-08-1620 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioSneak Peek at Upcoming MOB ChangesLearn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Championship, a 2018 nomination from Oregon Entrepreneurial Network as a Game Ch...2021-08-0925 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioIt Didn't Work - Now WhatGwen's "What We Learn from Failure" podcastGwen's You Are Going to Fail blog post****Learn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.T...2021-08-0220 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Why You Need a WebsiteResources mentioned in this podcast:Choosing a website service provider:https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/should-you-use-wix-weebly-squarespace-or-wordpressMy curated branding boards on Pinterest:Branding BasicsBranding -  Font IdeasBranding - Color Ideas*****If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a dance party! Join he...2021-07-2913 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioHustle Culture Needs to DieLearn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a 2016 SCORE Small Business Championship, a 2018 nomination from Oregon Entrepreneurial Network as a Game Changer, a...2021-07-1227 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioGiving and Receiving SupportWhat does giving and receiving support really look like? In the episode Aria, Mori, and Gwen share what real support, boundaries, and acceptance look like. Learn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and be...2021-07-0622 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioA Closer Look at Direct SalesIn this episode Gwen asks Mori and Aria about their experiences in direct sales. Mori and Aria share tips and ideas for getting the most out of being part of a direct sales company.Aria's favorite products -Mary Kay makeup Color Street nail stripsArbonne body scrubsGwen's favorite products - Pure Haven lemon sugar scrubEpicure meal  helpersStella & Dot jewelry Mori's favorite products -Noonday jewelryBeautyCounter face wipesIsagenix collagen elixirNorwex View all MOB A...2021-06-2147 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Exploring Instagram Story HighlightsIn this episode Gwen talks about how to use Instagram Story Highlights to connect with your audience and turn this often over-looked feature in a powerful part of your overall marketing. If you're new to Instagram Stories, here is an article about creating your first one! *******If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start each week with a...2021-06-0916 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioRediscovering Your SparkIn this episode, we talk about how to rediscover your spark and get excited about your business again.Learn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The M...2021-06-0816 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioDigging into Social MediaIn this episode, Aria and Gwen answer questions about social media and how to do it in a way that won't make you hyperventilate!Learn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and b...2021-06-0133 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioWhat Mom Business Owners Really NeedJoin Aria, Gwen, and Mori as they talk about what mom business owners need and why stereotypes of mom business owners are so frustrating. We know MOBs need more than just bath bombs and coffee, but if you're looking for those - shop the MOB directory and support mom business owners building their businesses! www.theresamobforthat.com Learn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB Nation2021-05-2418 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioImperfect PerfectionJoin Aria, Gwen, and Mori as they talk about juggling motherhood and business and owning imperfect perfection. During this episode Gwen and Aria shared two great books you don't want to miss!Love More: 50+ Ways to Build Joy Into Childhood by Shannon LoucksConnect with Courage: Practical Ways to Release Fear and Find Joy in the Places Your Children Take YouLearn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o...2021-05-1021 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioMOB at Five Years - Where We've Been and Where We're Going NextIt has been a wild ride since the MOB Alliance was launched in 2016! Learn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has won several awards including a...2021-05-0338 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioTools to Help Mom Business Owners Simplify, Streamline, Save timeJoin Aria, Gwen, and Mori as they share apps and tools to help mom business owners!Learn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a business and being a mom.The MOB has w...2021-04-2621 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioMoving the Needle in Your BusinessJoin Aria, Gwen, and Mori as they share networking horror stories and discuss the value of relationship-centered networking.Gwen's Networking Tips podcast can be found here.Learn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a...2021-04-1912 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioAre You a Networking Nightmare?Join Aria, Gwen, and Mori as they share networking horror stories and discuss the value of relationship-centered networking.Gwen's Networking Tips podcast can be found here.Learn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle owning a...2021-04-1223 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioWhy Money MattersJoin Aria, Gwen, and Mori as they share why money matters and the impact changing your money story has on your business. A huge thank you to our MOBCON Mini: Money Matters sponsor, Kristen David, founder of Upleveling Your Business. You can purchase her book here.Aria's Money & Mindset Couse can be found here.Connect with Colleen Salchow (she helps you talk to your kids about money) here.Gwen's podcast episode - Why Asking "What Would You Pay for This" is a Terrible IdeaGwen's blog post about pricing c...2021-04-0516 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioShow Up to Go UpJoin Aria, Gwen, and Mori as they talk about the MOB's commitment to building relationships  over sharing sales pitches and the impact that has helping businesses grow.Aria shares an amazing testimonial from MOB member Annemarie Ketterman, owner of Whimsy Burrow Children's Resale Boutique.Learn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and op...2021-03-2922 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Crowdfunding Success TipsCrowdfunding is often a popular topic in small business circles, but it isn't as straightforward (or easy) as it may seem. In this episode Gwen, drawing on her experience in managing, consulting, and advising for many crowdfunding projects, shares ten ways to ensure your crowdfunding campaign is a success. *******If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We even start ea...2021-03-2919 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioThe Myth of BalanceIn this episode Aria, Gwen, and Mori discuss the myth of balance and how the expectation of balance is unrealistic.We shout out the power of hiring a virtual assistant in this episode - you can find a virtual assistant to help you on the MOB Nation directory.A huge thank you to our sponsor for this episode, Kristen David, founder of Upleveling Your Business. Learn more about how Kristen and her team can help you scale your business at the link!  https://www.uplevelingyourbusiness.com/ Learn more about the MOB Nation at...2021-03-2238 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioFlipping the ScriptIn this episode Aria, Gwen, and Mori discuss how important it is for mom business owners to flip the script in their lives and the impact it can have.Learn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from other women who juggle o...2021-03-1535 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)10 Ways to Grow Your Email ListEmail marketing is a powerful business tool and when you know how to use it, you can make the most out of it!This episode shares ten ways to grow your email list so you can reach your audience on your terms and timeframe instead of relying on social media algorithms.******If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join my Adventures in Marketing Membership group - there are weekly trainings, live coaching, Q&A, resources, and prompts to keep you on track and moving forward with your marketing. We...2021-03-1117 minMOBCast RadioMOBCast RadioIntroducing the MOB and Getting the Party Started with Aria, Gwen, and MoriIn this episode Aria, Gwen, and Mori chat about the challenges of being a mom business owner, the value of community, and talk about how the MOB micro economy is changing women's lives.Learn more about the MOB Nation at www.themobnation.comJoin the MOB - www.themobnation.com/joinAttend a Meetup - www.eventbrite.com/o/virtual-meetups-20106574649About the MOB NationThe MOB Nation was created to give mom-owned businesses increased visibility and opportunities to learn from each other, network, share information, and get support from o...2021-02-2829 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Clubhouse 101Clubhouse is the extremely popular new iPhone only (for now) audio-only app that is creating a lot of buzz. In this episode I  break down what Clubhouse is, who it is for,  and how to use it. I also share the downsides and dig into whether or not this is an app you need to be using.  Read the companion blog post of this episode here.The blog post has more technical how-do and screenshots with explanations.If you're tired of DIY'ing all of your marketing without support, join m...2021-02-1420 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)10 Things You Didn't Know You Could Do with CanvaI love sharing tools and apps that make marketing easier and more streamlined for business owners. When I sat down to write a podcast  about my favorite apps, I kept adding to the list of things I loved about Canva and it became this episode. A quick reminder - I don't use affiliate links or marketing in my business. If I recommend a product, service, or provider it is because I'm a fan not because I'm getting paid to promote it. Resources mentioned in the podcast:17 Options for Unique and Diverse Stock Photos - h...2020-12-0216 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Baby Steps to Overcoming Imposter SyndromeHave you ever felt as if you're faking it and someone is going to find out? Or maybe that what you do is easy and you're not sure why someone would pay for it? Or maybe you have a voice in your head insisting that someone else has already done it better than you ever could?In this episode I share baby steps to overcoming Imposter Syndrome in the moment so you can keep moving forward.  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the B...2020-11-1607 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Being Real on Social MediaIn this episode I talk about comparison gremlins and social media content ideas that let your audience connect with you.Ready to grow your business? Join  my membership group. Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gmontoyapdxYouTube: www.youtube.com/gwenmontoyaInstagram: www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx2020-10-1813 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)20+ Ways to Grow Your Business Without Social MediaIf you're feeling overwhelmed with social media, tired of algorithms, and wondering if it is possible to still grow your business without social media, this is the episode you're looking for!In this episode I talk about MOB networking - see upcoming meetups here.I also talk about MOBCON (happening September 27th & 28th). Learn more about MOBCON here and use THIS LINK to get $10 off your ticket. Tickets are  $149 for general admission and $99 for MOBAlliance members. This conference has over 20 breakout session speakers, networking, a Marco Polo channel for connecting with speakers and other attendees b...2020-09-2030 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)What We Learn from FailureIn this episode I explore why I think failure can be a powerful learning experience. I also share my own favorite failure (the one I did three years in a row!)Ready to grow your business? Join  my membership group. Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gmontoyapdxYouTube: www.youtube.com/gwenmontoyaInstagram: www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx...2020-08-2909 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Stop Asking "What Would You Pay for This"You can't rely on friends, family, and strangers on the internet to price the products you make or the services you sell. I dive into some of my favorite topics for this episode! Pricing, value, and communicating that to your buyers and clients. Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!   Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comT...2020-08-1315 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Launching Your BusinessI love working with businesses that are just launching to help them get started the right way (and avoid complications and headaches later!)Resources mentioned in the podcast:Choosing your website creator - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/should-you-use-wix-weebly-squarespace-or-wordpressWhich social media is right for you? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/9-choosing-the-best-social-media-platform-for-your-business/id1453309708?i=1000439198511View the companion Pinterest board for this episode -  https://www.pinterest.com/gmontoyapdx/how-to-launch-a-business/Gwen's website - www.gwenmontoya.comReady for ongoing support, accountability, and resources? Join my membership group! h...2020-07-2415 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Why I Don't Want You to Listen to My Podcast This WeekThere are so many amazing marketing podcasters out there! In this episode I share seven I enjoy. Link to  other podcasts blog post - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/7-podcasts-you-should-listen-to-this-weekLink to Anti-Racism isn't a Marketing Choice - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/anti-racism-isnt-a-marketing-choiceAnti-Racism resource list - https://www.themobnation.com/blog/want-to-do-better-but-arent-sure-where-to-start-start-here Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comTikTok: ww...2020-06-2203 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Pinterest 101Pinterest is one of my favorite platforms and accounts for a significant piece of the new traffic that comes to my website each month. It is a HUGE topic, but so much fun to explore!This this episode we'll about what Pinterset is, how it works, and why it matters.I'll also give you a rundown of the lingo and best Pinterest practices in 2020!Ready for ongoing marketing support and accountability? Join my membership group - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/membership.html Interested in working together? Start with m...2020-05-0517 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)What to Do Now (COVID & Business)COVID made is 10x (at least) as hard to run a business that normal, but that doesn't mean there's nothing you can do. Whether your business is slowed down, stopped, or undergoing a big pivot, I'm sharing tips and ideas to help!Ready for ongoing marketing support? Join my membership group - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/membership.html Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.com2020-04-2114 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#19 - Getting More Traffic to Your WebsiteI often hear "I need to get more traffic to my website" as if that is the entire goal - just traffic. But traffic is just the first step! You need to focus on user friendliness, growing your email list, and conversion, too!Check out this episode's companion Pinterest board for more ideas and links.Related podcasts:10 Things Your Website Must HaveUsing and Growing Your Email ListWhat SEO Can & Can't Do for Your BusinessReady for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join m...2020-02-1816 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#18 - Holiday Marketing TipsNo matter which holiday you are planning for, if you make more sales during a "holiday season" you need to start weeks and even months earlier than you think you do to get the most out of your promotions. In this episode I break it down for you!For more resources, go to the Pinterest board for this episode - https://www.pinterest.com/gmontoyapdx/holiday-marketing-tips/ Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here....2019-12-1120 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#17 - Networking TipsNetworking isn't something that comes easy to me and I can't say I ever really look forward to it (except for MOB meetups, of course!)In this episode I share ideas and tips to make your next networking experience a success instead of a nightmare.For more networking tips and ideas, check out the companion Pinterest board for this episode.Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the B...2019-11-1608 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#16 - Why You Need an Email List and What to Do with ItI'm a big believer in not showing up on every platform (which means I'm definitely not going to tell you to do it), but you NEED an email list!Your social media accounts can get hacked, deleted, suspended....and it is all out of your control. But an email list? That's yours!After you've listened to the episode, check out the companion Pinterest board for resources and ideas!Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my...2019-10-1916 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#15 - Getting Out of a Slump in Your BusinessIt can feel so frustrating to be humming along in your business and then WHAM suddenly everything feels harder than it should be and that progress you were making starts to slide until you're not even sure what you're doing anymore. Welcome to a slump. Let's talk about five signs to pay attention to and ways to pull yourself out of the slump.Check out the Pinterest board for this episode for more resources and ideas.Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  2019-09-1212 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#14 - Managing Your Business When the Kids Go Back to SchoolVisit the Pinterest link for this episode for more resources!For many parents their kids' first year of school is when they come back to their business after a break. It is exciting to dive back into your business and get things moving again! In this episode I share ideas and insight into protecting your time and getting things done!Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about th...2019-08-1911 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#13 - Content Audit - What, Why, and HowAh, content! The thing we're all supposed to be producing, but no one really knows what to create or what to do with it once its made. In this episode, I dive into how to create your own content audit! TRUST ME - you want do to one! It will save you hours of time, rivers of tears, and make you feel like a genius at the same time.The companion blog post - Never Run Out of Content Again Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in...2019-08-0109 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#12 - 10 Things Your Website Must HaveIt isn't enough to throw up a website, fill out your about page, add a couple of photos, and never thing about it again. Your website needs to work for you!The ten must have things I cover in this episode will make your website stronger, better, and more likely to bring you business.Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.2019-07-2615 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#11 - Take the ComplimentOk, maybe don't say "I'm awesome", but you probably need to learn how to accept the compliments you receive! More resources - 85 Ways to Say Thank YouReady for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gmontoyapdxYouTube: www.youtube.com/gwenmontoyaInstagram: www.ins...2019-06-0609 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#10 - Seven Time Saving Marketing IdeasWho doesn't need more time in their day? Use the tips in this episode to reclaim time to do something you love! Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gmontoyapdxYouTube: www.youtube.com/gwenmontoyaInstagram: www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx2019-05-3114 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)# 9 - Choosing the Best Social Media Platform for Your BusinessI don't want you to be everywhere because you really, really don't need to be!Before you sign up for every platform (and what ever shiny new one comes along next), let's talk about these questions:1) What are your goals?2) Where are your people?3) Can you create the content they want to see?4) Where do you want to be?5) How do you continue the relationship?Planners and tools mentioned:www.planoly.comwww.tailwind.comwww.smarterqueue.com 2019-05-2429 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#8 - Addressing Self SabotageSelf sabotage makes you doubt your decisions, puts barriers in your way, and generally ruins a perfect good day.BUT - if you know what to look for you can win!Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gmontoyapdxYouTube: www.youtube.com/gwenmontoyaI...2019-05-1515 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#7 - Should You Use Instagram Stories?Instagram Stories can be a great way to connect with your audience on Instagram - learn some tips and tricks in this episode!Link to my Guide to Instagram Stories - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/the-complete-guide-to-using-instagram-stories (its a long read, so get comfy!)Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comT...2019-05-0818 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#5 - What SEO Can and Can't Do for Your BusinessFair warning - I'm an SEO nerd. I love digging into the SEO on a site, improving it, and teaching people how to use it to grow their business. But it isn't a one size fits all solution and it isn't the only marketing tool you should be using. In this episode I talk about what SEO can and can't do for your business!Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.L...2019-05-0220 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#6 - Eight Things You Need to Get Over as a Female Business OwnerI work primarily with women business owners, and these issues come up over and over. Let's talk about them, get them out into the light, and start reclaiming our awesomeness in the process.Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gmontoyapdxYouTube: www.youtube.com/gw...2019-04-2416 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#4 - The Pajama Spectrum of Being Visible in Your BusinessCan you wear your pajamas and still be visible enough to grow your business? Yes!I break it all down for you in this episode!Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gmontoyapdxYouTube: www.youtube.com/gwenmontoyaInstagram: www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx2019-04-1711 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#3 - Going All InWhen you run a business you have to put your heart into and go all in. Let's talk about why.Ready for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gmontoyapdxYouTube: www.youtube.com/gwenmontoyaInstagram: www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx2019-04-1008 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#2 - 10 Apps & Websites I LoveCanva - www.canva.com Wordswag (app) Adobe Spark Post - www.spark.adobe.com/about/post (also an app version) SmarterQueue - www.smarterqueue.com Facebook Debugger - www.developers.facebook.com/tools/debug/ Mile IQ (app) Instacart - www.instacart.com Google Drive Waze (app) Pandora - www.pandora.com Connect with me online: www.gwenmontoya.com www.facebook.com/gmontoyapdx www.twitter.com/gmontoyapdx www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx ...2019-02-2011 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)#1 - 19 Ten Minute Marketing TasksOriginally published as a blog post - https://www.gwenmontoya.com/blog/19-ten-minute-marketing-hacksReady for ongoing marketing mentoring and support? Join my Adventures in Marketing group!  Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gmontoyapdxYouTube: www.youtube.com/gwenmontoyaInstagram: www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx2019-02-1922 minBuild Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Build Your Marketing Muscles (formerly Adventures in Marketing)Welcome to the Adventures in Marketing PodcastGwen talks about the reasons behind creating a podcast and why she calls this a "not -a-podcast podcast" Connect with me online at: www.gwenmontoya.com www.facebook.com/gmontoyapdx www.instagram.com/gmontoyapdx www.twitter.com/gmontoyapdx Interested in working together? Start with my intake form here.Learn more about the Build Your Marketing Muscles membership group.More ways to connect:Website: www.gwenmontoya.comTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@gmontoyapdxYouTube: www.youtube.com/gwenmontoyaInstagram: www.instagram.com...2019-02-1703 min