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Leading Behind The Scene138: Leadership and Life Skills: Revamping Education and Business StrategiesSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you find it challenging to balance professional ambitions with personal well-being? Maybe you're navigating the complexities of building a business while maintaining emotional health and establishing boundaries. You are in for a treat because I had an absolute blast being a guest on Adrienne Barker Speaks, No Prep Needed podcast. This off the cuff conversation about the world of virtual assistant services and how we work with our amazing clients. This episode is for you if you want to intertwine your entrepreneurial drive with emotional wellness and practical leadership s...2024-09-1253 minLeading Behind The Scene121: How This Mother Daughter-Duo Successfully Balances Motherhood and BusinessSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Hey there, beautiful people! Welcome back to this special episode, in which I'm in the guest seat alongside my daughter Jacquelynne, and my business bestie, Maria Moore, is back in the host seat. With wisdom, warmth, and a sprinkle of humor, we share the highs, lows, and in-betweens of balancing work and family responsibilities all while strengthening our personal and professional relationships.Join us as Jacquelynne and I discuss the trials and triumphs of working together while maintaining a strong, empathetic bond outside of business endeavors. 2024-05-1646 minLeading Behind The Scene97: How to Embrace Your CEO Mindset and Boost Your Business Confidence with Kierra JonesSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you feel like you have taken the backseat in your industry because you aren't as confident or outgoing as other business owners you see online? Maybe you are killing it at the CEO tasks, but you just haven't embraced your CEO mindset. In this episode, we have the privilege of learning from Kierra Jones, a sales messaging and mindset coach, who shares her journey, insights, and strategies for aligning your business operations and achieving alignment in your messaging and offerings. Get ready to kick your insecurities to the curb and start...2023-11-3040 minLeading Behind The Scene96: The Power of Reflecting on Your Journey towards Success and GratitudeSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you ever find yourself constantly chasing success, unsure of what it truly means? Maybe you feel overwhelmed by the constant demands of work and personal life, struggling to find a balance. Join me today as we dive into the importance of celebrating personal success and redefining what it means to be successful. As entrepreneurs and leaders, it is crucial to acknowledge and celebrate our professional achievements and the personal successes that have intertwined with our entrepreneurial path. If you're ready to unlock the secrets of harmonizing work and life, e...2023-11-2306 minLeading Behind The Scene95: Becoming a Business Powerhouse Despite Life-Altering Challenges (interviewing Gwendolyn Young)Send Gwendolyn a Text Message!Craving the freedom of running your own business? Tired of drudging through long hours or answering to a boss? Dive into this episode where Maria Moore flips the script and puts Gwendolyn in the hot seat, sharing her transformative journey into entrepreneurship. Get ready for an eye-opening revelation as Gwendolyn spills the beans on the realities of managing a service-based business and living with an autoimmune disorder. If you want to know the truth about entrepreneurial life, this episode promises to deliver just that! Topics Covered:Starting a business a...2023-11-1629 minLeading Behind The Scene94: From $40K to 7 Figures - How Tasha Booth Built The Launch GuildSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you in a cycle of taking on clients and tasks you don't love just to make money in your business? Maybe you tell yourself when you make enough money, you will let go of those clients and invest in pivoting your business. In this episode, Tasha Booth shares the pivotal moments, challenges, and lessons she's learned in her journey. Get ready to learn about her decision to start an agency and focus on launches, the importance of having mentors and coaches early on, and the power of setting boundaries and building...2023-11-0932 minLeading Behind The Scene93: Amber McCue’s Path to Triple Revenue and Scaling Success for The Modern CEOSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you strive for success while juggling multiple responsibilities? Maybe you dream of finding a way to clone yourself to achieve more in your business. In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Amber McCue, who not only shares her secret to cloning herself but also dives into the importance of building a strong team and systems to scale your business. You do not want to miss out on this conversation if you're ready to overcome obstacles and discover the power of strategic planning.Topics Covered:From small-town...2023-11-0231 minLeading Behind The Scene92: The Secrets to Balancing Love, Life, and Entrepreneurship with Kalea WrightSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you constantly striving to find the perfect balance between your personal life and business? Maybe you haven't found the freedom you set out for when you started your business. In this episode, Kalea Wright shares her experience of juggling her roles as a wife, mother, and entrepreneur. Tune in to learn how Kalea manages to navigate the challenges of balancing it all, without claiming to have all the answers. Topics Covered:Balancing love, life, and work as a female entrepreneurKalea shares her journey into entrepreneurshipNavigating the ba...2023-10-2629 minLeading Behind The Scene91: The Power of Collaboration in Business with Priscilla FieldsSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Is starting an agency the right model for your business? Maybe you don't feel called to have a team to help you serve your clients. In this replay of episode 42, Priscilla Fields shares her experience working as a solopreneur while also being a mother of SIX kids! This episode is for you if you want to learn how to take care of your clients while also taking care of your family.Topics Covered:How Priscilla is killing it as a stay-at-home mompreneurStarting your VA business? It's okay to say...2023-10-1920 minLeading Behind The Scene90: Unlocking Business Success Through Genuine Relationships with Rachel EveringtonSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you crave genuine relationships in the business world? Maybe you're tired of feeling isolated and alone on your entrepreneurial journey. In this replay of episode 41, Rachel Everington shares the importance of building strong relationships with not only clients but also family members, team members, and mentors. This episode is for you if you want to discover the power of connection and how it can skyrocket your success in business and life. Tune in as Gwendolyn Young and Rachel Everington share how clients are knocking on their doors from the r...2023-10-1227 minLeading Behind The Scene89: The Relationship Factor with Maria MooreSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you want to learn the secret sauce to growing your business and getting paid? Maybe you've lost clients this year, but they are the testimonials that could help you gain more clients. In this replay of episode 43, Maria Moore, a brand strategist and operations consultant with over 15 years of experience, shares her relationship factor and unique take on the importance of relationships for a successful business. If you're ready to take your business to the next level and unclench your fists, get your pencil and paper out to take notes! 2023-10-0528 minLeading Behind The Scene88: Creating a Winning HR Strategy by Tapping into the Power of People ManagementSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Have you ever wondered when you should create a human resources department in your company? You may think HR is just about managing paperwork and ensuring compliance. In this episode, I share how building a strong HR foundation can help you shape a positive company culture, ensure legal compliance, and adapt to the ever-evolving business landscape. We frequently talk about leveling up our business, but if you are ready to make that happen, set aside the distractions and listen to how this powerhouse function can significantly influence the success of your small...2023-09-2812 minLeading Behind The Scene87: Skill Development Secrets for Organizational Growth with Ranada SamuelSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you want to enhance your team's capabilities and drive organizational growth? Maybe you're an HR professional looking to sharpen your skills or a business leader eager to bridge skill gaps within your team. In this episode, HR expert Ranada Samuel will guide us through the intricacies of skill gap analysis, tailored training programs, and creating a culture of continuous learning. If you're ready to take your HR and talent development strategies to the next level, don't miss this conversation. Topics Covered:Ranada's initial role in recruiting and the o...2023-09-2129 minLeading Behind The Scene86: Strategies and Tactics for Identifying and Hiring the Best Talent with Yolanda RumphSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you want to know the secrets to building high-performance teams and attracting the best talent for your organization? Maybe you want to streamline your team operations and enhance the overall team experience. In this episode, Yolanda Rumph, a certified director of operations and talent acquisition specialist, shares her expertise in simplifying the team acquisition process. If you're passionate about finding and nurturing talent, tune in and get ready to build a team that becomes a force to be reckoned with.Topics Covered:The difference between human resources and...2023-09-1418 minLeading Behind The Scene85: Role Clarity and Performance Management with Dr. Tiffany E.SlaterSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Does your team struggle with not having a clear definition of what their individual roles are? Maybe you see this as a potential problem and want to create a supportive environment that encourages excellence before things get too messy. In this episode, Tiffany E. Slater, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP, shares strategies for defining roles, setting clear expectations, and aligning individual goals with organizational objectives. If you are ready to dive into the world of HR, this episode is for you! Dr. Tiffany E. Slater is the CEO and Senior Human Resources C...2023-09-0721 minLeading Behind The Scene84: Creating Loyal Champions with Your Onboarding ExperienceSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you want to gain a competitive edge in your industry by creating excellent client onboarding processes? You may be a business owner or entrepreneur looking to deliver exceptional customer experiences. In this episode, we dive into the book "Onboarding Matters" and explore the key insights and strategies it offers to transform new customers into loyal champions. This episode is for you if you're ready to take your onboarding game to the next level and create long-lasting connections with your clients. Topics Covered:Recap and wrap up th...2023-08-3106 minLeading Behind The Scene83: Wowing Your Clients With an Onboarding Process, They Didn’t Know They NeededSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you starting from square one with each client's onboarding process? Maybe you don't even have a process in place, and you're just winging it, piecing everything together, and hoping you've managed to tweak all the crucial parts of your contract correctly. In this episode, I show you how to get your act together with well-structured frameworks for seamlessly integrating clients into your business. If you are ready to implement standardized systems, establish clear communication channels, manage expectations effectively, and enhance your overall client experience, this episode is for you!...2023-08-2415 minLeading Behind The Scene82: The Secrets Behind Creating Efficient and Effective SystemsSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you have all your client interaction bases covered? This could include celebratory dates for your clients as well as unexpected cancellations. In this episode, I share my secrets behind creating systems that protect me and help me retain and build stronger relationships with my clients. If you are ready to improve your client retention and show you care, this episode is for you!Topics Covered:Sending special gifts for important dates and milestonesImportance of mapping out processes before making investmentsPreparing personalized email templates for quick responsesEstablishing a follow-up...2023-08-1714 minLeading Behind The Scene81: Revamping Your Client Onboarding ProcessSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you confident that you have all your client's contact information in a system that is easily accessible? Can you wholeheartedly identify all your client's goals and expectations? In this episode, I share the key factors contributing to a successful client onboarding experience, such as communication, personalization, and managing expectations. If you are ready to kick your client experience off with a bang and stay on course, this episode is for you!Topics Covered:Beginning your process improvement with a good heartTaking stock of your client onboarding processFour key t...2023-08-1015 minLeading Behind The Scene80: Optimizing Client Onboarding: The Key to Effortless Client Experience and Business GrowthSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!If five prospects decided to move forward with your services, would you have the bandwidth to onboard them? Would the onboarding process look the same for each of them? In this episode, I share the importance of your onboarding process and how it is the most crucial step of your client experience, even before someone pays an invoice. If you are ready to take on clients with ease, this episode is for you! Topics Covered: What client onboarding is and why it is importantHow onboarding is the step you ha...2023-08-0306 minLeading Behind The Scene79: Buying Back Time: The Key to Growing Your Business and Finding FreedomSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you struggling now more than ever to find time and freedom? Does it seem like you started your business to have more time for what you love, but lately, busy work prevents you from focusing on what truly matters? In this episode, I share how you can find power in delegation and reclaim your time with insights from "Buy Back Your Time" by Dan Martel. This is a must-listen episode if you are ready to reclaim your time and live with intention! Topics Covered: An exclusive introduction to Da...2023-07-2708 minLeading Behind The Scene78: Mastering Distractions: Strategies to Minimize Interruptions and Maximize FocusSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!How do you manage your time? We all have the same 24 hours a day, but do you find yourself exhausted at the end of your workday while feeling minimal accomplishment? In this episode, I am sharing how CEOs can effectively manage their time and juggle a multitude of responsibilities in this fast-paced world of entrepreneurship. If you are ready to embrace the power of time freedom and take control of your schedule, this is a must-listen episode! Topics Covered: Common challenges that CEOs face when it comes to time ma...2023-07-2012 minLeading Behind The Scene77: Protecting Your Time and Energy as a CEOSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!As CEOs, we are often expected to be the superheroes of our businesses as well as our client's businesses. Have you ever found yourself struggling to protect your time and maintain focus on the priorities that matter most? If you answered yes, then this episode is for you! In this episode, we dig in to the challenges that CEOs often face when implementing boundaries and saying "no" in their businesses. Topics Covered: Defining and prioritizing your non-negotiables as a CEOExplore strategies to overcome common obstacles when it comes to se...2023-07-1311 minLeading Behind The Scene76: Setting Boundaries: Prioritizing Your Needs Without ApologySend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you struggle with being too available for your clients? Maybe your current workload is almost triple what your contract states. In this episode, we discuss protecting your time by setting boundaries and learning to say no. If you're ready for your boundaries to represent how much you respect yourself, this episode is for you!Topics Covered:Unveiling the Importance: Why Boundary Setting is a Game-Changer for EntrepreneursSelf-Reflection Session: Essential Questions to Define Your BoundariesMastering the Art of Saying 'No'The Power of Clarity: Effective Communication for Setting B...2023-07-0614 minLeading Behind The Scene75: The Power of Choice: The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth Series with Coach JacquiSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Have you ever found yourself stuck at life's intersections, unsure of which way to turn? Do you struggle with taking risks and trying new things? In this episode, guest host Coach Jacqui finishes the discussion on the 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth, focusing on making the necessary choices to achieve your goals and live the life you want to live. If you're ready to take control of your life and make the necessary trade-offs to achieve success, this episode is a must-listen. Coach Jacqui is a life and leadership coach who b...2023-06-2919 minLeading Behind The Scene74: Growth Strategies: The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth Series with Coach JacquiSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!How do you reach your fullest potential? The answer is growth. To reach your potential, you must grow. To grow, you must be highly intentional about it.In this episode, guest host Coach Jacqui continues the discussion on the 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth with a focus on stretching yourself and intentionally setting up systems to help you step out of your comfort zone. If you are ready to be a person who wants to grow and become better than you are right now, this episode is for you!...2023-06-2217 minLeading Behind The Scene73: Challenges of Fatherpreneurship & Practical Time Management Tips with Richard HarrisonSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you struggling to find the balance between running a successful business and spending quality time with your family? Sometimes we joke about how easy it is to be a dad, but that isn't the case. In this episode, entrepreneur and father Richard Harrison share the challenges of balancing fatherhood and entrepreneurship. If you are a father looking for practical tips, time management techniques, and effective communication strategies for entrepreneurs, this episode is for you! Richard Harrison is co-owner and Executive Director for Home Instead of Oak Park, Illinois, with o...2023-06-1531 minLeading Behind The Scene72: Pausing and Reflecting: The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth Series with Coach JacquiSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you push yourself to keep working, even when it's time to rest? As leaders, it's easy to get caught up in day-to-day responsibilities and neglect to pause and evaluate our progress.In this episode, guest host Coach Jacqui continues the discussion on the 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth, focusing on the power of reflection and the importance of a growth environment. If you are ready to become more growth-conscious than goal-conscious, this episode is for you! Topics Covered:John C Maxwell's concept of the power of the e...2023-06-0817 minLeading Behind The Scene71: Unlock Your Potential: The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth Series with Coach JacquiSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you ready to take your life to the next level and become the best version of yourself? Maybe you are tired of feeling stuck and unfulfilled. In this episode, guest host Coach Jacqui is diving into the first part of her 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth series. If you are ready to break away from bad habits and cultivate good ones, this episode is for you!Coach Jacqui is a life and leadership coach who believes everything is created to fulfill a need, a service, or a specific purpose. She...2023-06-0135 minLeading Behind The Scene70: Maintaining a Healthy Mother-Daughter Business RelationshipSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!As a mother-daughter business duo, you’ve got it all – energy, passion and drive to succeed. But balancing the professional relationship with the familial one can be tricky business! In this episode, my daughter, Jackee, and I are discussing what it is like to work with your mom, and how to take business seriously! If you are wondering how to get past the potential pitfalls that could interfere with your joint venture, this episode is for you!Jacqueline is the Executive Virtual Assistant / Ops Coordinator for our agency, Your Virtual Admi...2023-05-2522 minLeading Behind The Scene69: The Value of Family on Your Business’s Team with Coach JacquiSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you think a mother-daughter duo can be successful entrepreneurs? Maybe success isn't one of the first words that come to mind when you think about starting a business with a family member. In this episode, my mommy and I will explore our unique relationship as mother and daughter who work together to grow successful businesses. If you are a mother/daughter duo considering starting a business together or interested in the power of women working together, this episode is for you! Coach Jacqui is a life and leadership coach w...2023-05-1827 minLeading Behind The Scene68: Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship with Leah BryantSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you feel like you are comparing yourself to other mothers and business owners? They appear so balanced, and you feel like you could topple over at any given moment. In this episode, my amazing podcast producer, Leah Bryant, is stepping out of the recording studio and sharing how she stays balanced and motivated in her business by always keeping her ‘why’ as a mother at the forefront of her mind. If you're ready for a candid and authentic glimpse into the daily life of a business owner and mother, this...2023-05-1121 minLeading Behind The Scene67: Motherhood: The Ultimate Leadership Training Ground for EntrepreneurshipSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you feel underestimated in your role because you "only" have experience as a mother? Maybe you are a mother looking to be an entrepreneur but feel like your abilities are being overlooked. In this episode, I share five reasons why mothers make great entrepreneurs. If you are ready to use those skills to take your business to the next level, this episode is for you! Top reasons to listen to the entire episode:Learn how motherhood prepares you for entrepreneurship.Be encouraged to use your skills as a m...2023-05-0407 minLeading Behind The Scene66: Faith as an EntrepreneurSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you ready to break through your business challenges with faith? Maybe you haven't considered how faith can play into your business. In this episode, guest host Maria Moore shares how faith can be essential to any business venture. If you are ready to develop a spirit of faith to help you pursue your goals with courage and perseverance, this episode is for you! Top reasons to listen to the entire episode:Cultivate a spirit of faith to empower your business goals.Learn what faith means as an entrepreneur.D...2023-04-2715 minLeading Behind The Scene65: Entrepreneur Burnout: Warning Signs & Recovery StrategiesSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you finding yourself cringing when your clients call? Maybe you're back to dreading Mondays. In this episode, guest host Maria Moore shares how to recognize the symptoms of people-facing burnout and make positive changes before it takes its toll on your business. If you are ready to take action to break the cycle of burnout, this episode is for you!Top reasons to listen to the entire episode:Find out how to stay motivated even if results aren’t always meeting expectations.Discover if you are experiencing people-facing bu...2023-04-2016 minLeading Behind The Scene64: Lessons We Can Learn From Failure in BusinessSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you one failure away from throwing in the towel? Maybe you're feeling like your business isn't going to make it, or you can't handle one more setback. In this episode, guest host, Maria Moore, dives into how we can use our failures as a learning experience to succeed in our businesses. If you are ready to plunge forward with strength and humility, this episode is for you!Top reasons to listen to the entire episode:Learn from past experiences to create a roadmap for future success.G...2023-04-1312 minLeading Behind The Scene63: Free Tools for Growing Your Business - Facts, Stats, and Strategies for Ultimate SuccessSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you weighed down with shiny object syndrome? Because there's a multitude of options when it comes to choosing online tools for your business, you aren't sure where to start. In this episode, guest host, Maria Moore, shares her expertise in choosing and navigating online tools to grow and market your business. If you are ready to hit the ground running with a toolbox of free and efficient tools, this episode is for you! Top reasons to listen to the entire episode:Learn how to increase your re...2023-04-0626 minLeading Behind The Scene62: Get Over Boundary-Setting Guilt to Grow Your Business and Your ConfidenceSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Guilt is a human emotion that we’re all familiar with, right? But have you ever stopped to wonder why you experience guilt? What causes you to feel this way? Sometimes our guilt comes from blaming ourselves for things that are beyond our control or from years ago. So how can situations from decades ago cause havoc and guilt today? In this episode, we cover:Even when things seem urgent in business, you always have the option of saying no or not right nowSaying yes to lunch with a fri...2023-03-3011 minLeading Behind The Scene61: The Top Must-Have Boundaries for Successful Business OwnersSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you want to have more time, energy, and bandwidth to devote to opportunities that live up to your standards? If so, let me ask you this question: do you have basic boundaries in place to make sure your business and day-to-day life run smoothly? That’s right, we're still talking about business boundaries, when to say yes and when to say no to create a healthier relationship with your business.In this episode, we cover:You are in charge of how your business runs, not your clientsSetting business ho...2023-03-2312 minLeading Behind The Scene60: Claim Your Core Values So You Can Say Yes to Your Priorities with EaseSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!What motivated you to start your business? Was it to be able to pay your bills and spend more time with your family? Did you have big goals like building schools in Africa? There’s no right or wrong answer here, nor is there any shame in either. The core values of your business are just as important as the business plans you develop. Understanding why you started your business and what your purpose really is will help you prioritize your projects and your clients so you can easily say yes or no...2023-03-1611 minLeading Behind The Scene59: Why Business Boundaries Will Keep You Sane & Stacked with CashSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!It's natural to put up boundaries when a coworker, family member, or friend is toxic or causing you grief, right? What makes putting up boundaries so different when there’s a client involved? Work-life harmony isn't just good for you; it allows you to produce better results for your clients and show up the way you’d like to. If you show up better for your clients, you will naturally show up better for yourself and your family.Let's go through a list of six signals to see if you have...2023-03-0909 minLeading Behind The Scene58: Establishing Healthier Business Boundaries: When and How to Say NoSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!How often do you violate your own business boundaries? Maybe you told your client you would only take calls between 10am and 6pm, but you answered your phone at midnight last week. What happened when your client called you at 12am again a week later? Did you get annoyed? If you answered last time, why would they expect you to do something different this week? If you know what I'm talking about, then you won't want to miss what I've got planned for this month…Setting boundaries can be challenging, es...2023-03-0209 minLeading Behind The Scene57: Tools to Make Your Life and Business More EfficientSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!In this episode, I share eight tools to help organize your life and business for maximum efficiency and productivity. The tools I discuss include tracking your time, offline storage tools, online bill pay and accounting systems, physical filing systems, password managers, note-taking systems, delegation, and automation.Selecting tools that work with your natural learning and working style and enhance your ability to be more effective without disrupting your process or habits is essential.I hope these suggestions were helpful and that you enjoyed them. As always, I would...2023-02-2312 minLeading Behind The Scene56: Success Tips for Couples Who Work Together With Rick and Maria MooreSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!You've probably heard the saying that behind every good man, there's a great woman, right? As a successful female entrepreneur, I’m sure you would agree that it works both ways. Women entrepreneurs are a force to be reckoned with, but it's not easy, is it? The struggle of balancing work and love life is real, y'all! That’s why it is so important to have a supportive partner. My guests, Rick and Maria, both share an undeniable entrepreneurial spirit and a love of business. Rick and Maria have been marri...2023-02-1634 minLeading Behind The Scene55: How to Prioritize Tasks, Avoid Multitasking and Manage Your Time BetterSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Have you ever thought about how precious your time really is? In the entrepreneurial space, the phrase “time management” is something that we often hear about. How do you really manage your time? We all have the same 24 hours in a day, but do you find yourself exhausted at the end of your work day while feeling minimal accomplishment? In this episode, I am uncovering how this could be because of your time management skills. If you are ready to increase effectiveness, efficiency and productivity, this episode is for you!In t...2023-02-0909 minLeading Behind The Scene54: Discover Kalea Wright’s Tips on Achieving a Perfect Balance Between Life & BusinessSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Have you found a perfect balance between your life and business? Maybe you are like most entrepreneurs and are still trying to find the perfect balance. In this episode, Kalea Wright gives us the inside scoop on how she balances life as a wife, mom, and entrepreneur. Spoiler alert: she doesn’t!Kalea is passionate about helping small businesses achieve their visibility goals with effective social marketing solutions. Social media marketing continues to evolve, and Kalea is passionate about helping small businesses navigate how they can benefit from these networks. Ka...2023-02-0227 minLeading Behind The Scene53: How to Make Competition Work for YouSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you tired of being intimidated by the idea of going head-to-head with your competitors? Maybe working with them sounds counterintuitive. In this episode, I dive into why collaboration is key for success. If you’re ready to turn competition into greater success, this episode is for you!Highlights from this episode include:Collaboration over competition (0:45)Working with competitors (2:08)What to consider before collaborating (4:15)Having clarity when collaborating (6:29)How do you plan on working with others in your industry? Collaborating instead of competing can be such a fun an...2023-01-2608 minLeading Behind The Scene52: How to Rest Behind the ScenesSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you, as an entrepreneur, especially in the beginning, believe that hustling all the time is essential? Maybe you can’t even fathom the idea of rest. In this episode, I share how other business owners have added rest as a mandatory task in their schedule. This episode is for you if you're ready to become more productive and creative! Highlights from this episode include:Resting behind the scenes (0:46)The benefits of rest (1:46)Incorporating rest in your business (4:06)Delegating in order to rest (5:27)Schedule rest in advance (6:07)Are you...2023-01-1907 minLeading Behind The Scene51: Seven Types of Support Successful Entrepreneurs HaveSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you an ambitious entrepreneur who wants to take your business to greater heights of success? If so, you may have wondered what type of support successful entrepreneurs have. In this episode, I summarize the seven types of support successful entrepreneurs have. If you’re ready to create more support around your business and your journey, this episode is for you!Highlights from this episode include:Getting support in place (1:02)What I have learned about my own personal entrepreneurial journey (1:49)7 different types of support (2:24)Surrounding yourself with the right peo...2023-01-1206 minLeading Behind The Scene50: Strategizing, Implementing and Executing for SuccessSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you strategize, plan and prepare as much as possible, but nothing seems to bring success? At the end of the day, it’s all about implementation. No matter how brilliant your idea or ambitious your plans are, nothing will ever happen if you don't take the initiative to get them off the ground. In this episode, we outline best practices for executing a successful strategy - from goal setting through measuring results - so that driving breakthrough performance never has to feel overwhelming! If you’re looking to maximize success for your...2023-01-0512 minLeading Behind The Scene49: Filling the Gaps through the Law of Intentionality with Coach JacquiSend Gwendolyn a Text Message! Is your business being run intentionally? Maybe you wake up each morning wondering what the day has in store for you. In this episode, Coach Jacqui spills all the goodness on how we can put in the effort and achieve our goals by being intentional and working on ourselves first. If you are ready to grow your influence and business with planning, hard work, and a lot of intentionality, this episode is for you!Coach Jacqui is a life and leadership coach who believes that everything is created to fulfill...2022-12-2920 minLeading Behind The Scene48: Encore: Relationships in Business with Priscilla FieldsSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Have you ever seen a business grow from nothing to success? Do you want your company's expansion and growth potential maximized by developing better relationships with key people in the industry? This episode is for you if you're looking for ways to increase productivity or grow your business. In this episode, Priscilla Fields shares her secrets to success and how building strong relationships was integral in getting where she is now.Priscilla is dedicated to creating and maintaining systems and structures that give service providers administrative relief. This allows their...2022-12-2218 minLeading Behind The Scene47: Embracing Your Role as CEO with These Ten Basic ResponsibilitiesSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you shy away from telling others you are the CEO of your business? Maybe you feel uncomfortable identifying in the same role as other corporate CEOs. If you are ready to become familiar with the responsibilities of the CEO and feel more comfortable embracing your role, this episode is for you. In this replay episode, I share the ten basic responsibilities of the CEO to help you understand and support your business. Highlights from this episode include:Identifying the CEO (1:41)Being supported by and supporting those you work w...2022-12-1526 minLeading Behind The Scene46: Managing Stress in a Way that Honors God and Your BusinessSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you feeling overwhelmed as an entrepreneur? Maybe stress keeps you from enjoying your work and thriving in your business. If you are ready to approach stress in a new and aligned way, this episode is for you! In this replay episode, Latasha Matthews shares how our physical and mental manifestations of stress can be a spiritual sign that we are not listening to God’s purpose for us. Not only does she help us understand these levels of stress, but she also drops tips on how we can work through the st...2022-12-0842 minLeading Behind The Scene45: How to Automate 5 Tedious Business ProcessesSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you feel like you are stuck in the behind-the-scenes of your business? Maybe you aren’t ready to outsource the tedious tasks in your business, but you also don’t want to do them yourself. If you are ready to get paid and communicate with your clients in a way that frees up your time, this episode is for you. In this episode, I cover five areas to automate in your business to make your life easier and your business run smoother.Highlights from this episode include:Automation in y...2022-12-0115 minLeading Behind The Scene44: Relationships in business Justin PhillipsSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you like to go above and beyond in your business? Maybe your motto is to under-promise and over-deliver. This episode is for you if you are ready to use that mindset to grow relationships in your business. Justin Phillips, the founder of The Last eCom Co LLC, shares how he leads with value and does not set expectations for others to return the same value.Top reasons to listen to the entire episode:Learn the key elements Justin looks for when hiring and outsourcing.Discover how you can...2022-11-2436 minLeading Behind The Scene43: Relationships in business Maria MooreSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Have you ever wished that you had a magic formula for business success? Maybe you are searching for the elusive key to unlock all the doors and achieve lift-off. If you are ready to hack the “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know” tale, this episode is for you. In this episode, Maria Moore shares how she builds strong relationships in her business and drops major gems on utilizing what she doesn’t know to make the relationships last.Maria is a brand strategist and operations consultant...2022-11-1725 minLeading Behind The Scene42: Relationships in business Priscilla FieldsSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you want to take your business to new heights? Are you looking for ways to increase productivity and growth? If you are ready to learn how developing better relationships with your community and other professionals in your field is one of the keys to success, this episode is for you. In this episode, Priscilla Fields shares how building strong relationships have been essential in her business.Priscilla Fields is dedicated to creating and maintaining systems and structures that give service providers administrative relief. This allows their focus to shift...2022-11-1018 minLeading Behind The Scene41: Relationships in business Rachel EveringtonSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you struggle to build relationships in your business because you view others as competition? Maybe you have an all-or-nothing mindset and don’t quite understand how you can leverage the power of a community of entrepreneurs like yourself. If you are ready to have an abundance mindset with a circle of solid support, this episode is for you! Rachel Everington shares how crucial it is to build lasting relationships in our entrepreneurial journey.Rachel is the CEO of The Executive Ninja, operations and virtual executive assistance agency where CEOs ca...2022-11-0322 minLeading Behind The Scene40: Don’t be scared of the f word Kesha StoweSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you feel in control of your money? Maybe you know what you don't like about your money story, but you need to know if you can change it. If you are ready to take control of your personal and business finances, this episode is for you! Kesha Stowe, the founder of Manifest, Inc., shares how she changed her financial journey and is helping others do the same.Kesha Stowe is a mother, Army officer, and entrepreneur who helps small business owners understand government contracting and financial management as a...2022-10-2730 minLeading Behind The Scene39: Don’t Be Scared of the F Word Germeen GuilliameSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Is your only financial statement the one the bank sends you monthly? Maybe you know about other financial documents but have never sat down to put them in one place. This episode is for you if you're ready to feel more comfortable and motivated to get serious with your finances. In this episode, Germeen Guillaume shares how we, as entrepreneurs need to pay attention to the coins coming in and out of our businesses. Germeen also shares why we need to look at our monthly reports and use them to make better...2022-10-2026 minLeading Behind The Scene38: Don’t Be Scared of the F Word Jason TreadwellSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you avoiding looking at your business finances? Maybe you send out invoices but don't dare click on other tabs or reports. You can categorize your finances with something different than negative F terms. If you're ready to start dictating your financial road trip, this episode is for you. Jason Treadwell helps crush any uneasiness a business owner will face when looking at their finances. He is an experienced Big 4 Auditor, Accounting Director, and Finance Executive. A trusted advisor, builder, and manager of teams within public and private multi-billion-dollar manufacturing c...2022-10-1337 minLeading Behind The Scene37: Don’t Be Scared of the F Word with Gwendolyn L YoungSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you making money in your business? Maybe you are making money, but you need to know where that money goes. If sitting down to look at the hard and fast numbers of your finances scares you, keep reading. In this episode, I wanted to share why knowing your numbers is essential for your business.Highlights from this episode include:Why we need to track our money (1:47)The top financial statements you should be reviewing monthly (3:34)The purpose of your financial statements (6:39)What story your financial statements are telling...2022-10-0611 minLeading Behind The Scene36: Build a business you love with Gwendolyn L YoungSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you still trying to maintain complete control of the future of your career? Maybe you are passionate about what you do, but you need to think about how that passion can work for you. This episode is for you if you're ready to turn your passion into a business you love. In this episode, I share my story of how I built a business that I love and how it's possible for you.Highlights from this episode include:God's plans for my career (1:30)Discovering the virtual assistant world (2:30...2022-09-2911 minLeading Behind The Scene35: Building a Business You Love with Claire CrumSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Does owning your business feel more chaotic than it does freeing? Maybe you were expecting flexibility. Instead, you feel like a prisoner to your office space and work. Making your dream a reality is no easy task, but it doesn't have to be hustling and grinding all the time. This episode is for you if you're prepared to build a business you love. In this episode, Claire shares her best advice on how she went from being a homeschooling stay-at-home mom to becoming an owner of a business she loves...2022-09-2216 minLeading Behind The Scene34: Building a Business You Love with Latrice PraterSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you confident enough to go for it in your business? Maybe you struggle with knowing your actual power and role in your business. If you struggle with working for your clients instead of working with them, this episode is for you!I am chatting with Latrice Prater about her journey as a serial entrepreneur and how she was able to love working with her clients and scaling her online business. Latrice is an Online Business Manager and the CEO of The Digital Solutions Team. The Digital Solutions T...2022-09-1522 minLeading Behind The Scene33: Building A Business You Love with Susan ElizabethSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Can you imagine getting up every day doing what you believe in and knowing what you're doing is changing lives? It just sounds pretty amazing, right? That's what happens when you love your business! You can still make it happen whether you're just starting out or in a complicated relationship with your business.In this episode, I am chatting with Susan Elizabeth about her journey from secretly working on her business while at her full-time job to taking the leap to create a business that serves her in just six...2022-09-0818 minLeading Behind The Scene32: Building a Business You Love with Heather NitchSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Does carrying the weight of supporting others as an entrepreneur seem heavy? Maybe you haven't thought about who will support your family and team if something happens to you. In this episode, I am chatting with Heather Nitch about her experience of creating a business she loves and dealing with the weight of supporting others in a way that will keep going even if she needs to take a step back. Heather Nitch is the founder & CEO of Write Way VA. She is a business owner with 20+ years of service a...2022-09-0118 minLeading Behind The Scene31: Building a Business You Love with Nicole WareSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you have difficulty setting boundaries with those you work with in your business? Maybe you love your business, but you are slowly starting to resent it because you aren't working with clients who align with you. In this episode, I am chatting with Nicole Ware about her experience choosing who to work with to cultivate a business she loves. Consider Nicole Ware, your new business girlfriend, if you want to unleash your rockstar status and create a cascade of leads, connections, and revenue from your next launch. Ni...2022-08-2525 minLeading Behind The Scene30: Building a Business You Love with Rachel EveringtonSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you desire to learn and keep evolving? Maybe you started your business and realized there is more to running a business than the operations side. In this episode, I am chatting with Rachel Everington about her experience creating a business she loves and some of the most important factors of owning her own business. Rachel is the CEO of The Executive Ninja, an operations and virtual executive assistance agency where CEOs can outsource their essential responsibilities to a professional and focus on their ultimate revenue potential. With her love f...2022-08-1826 minLeading Behind The Scene29: Building a Business You Love with Farita ToneySend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you in love with the business you have created? Maybe you want to start a business, but you are nervous your burnout from previous roles will prevent you from enjoying any business you create. In this episode, I am chatting with Farita Toney about her experience as the CEO of Type My Docs and how she truly fell in love with being an Executive Virtual Assistant. Farita Toney is the CEO of Type My Docs. She built her business because she takes pride in making things easier for people a...2022-08-1129 minLeading Behind The Scene28: Entrepreneur Wellness: Gwen’s AssistantSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Have you had a servant's heart since a young age? Maybe your passion is serving others, but are you setting boundaries to protect your wellness? In this episode, I am chatting with my executive assistant, India Fordham, about her role as a phenomenal executive assistant and how she takes on her role each day while still protecting herself. India Fordham is a virtual executive assistant who is dedicated, passionate, and determined in the work of her business. She seeks understanding in all aspects, is resourceful when faced with adversity, and d...2022-08-0421 minLeading Behind The Scene27: Entrepreneur Wellness: Melanie HallSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you feel like your chronic illness is holding you back? Maybe you started your business because you couldn't keep up with a demanding 9-5, but you haven't entirely built your business to meet your physical demands. In this episode, I am chatting with Melanie Hall, and she drops all the gems on how to have a thriving business built around your chronic illness. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Melanie helps her clients work through challenges in a safe environment so they can thrive organically. Since being certified as a...2022-07-2831 minLeading Behind The Scene26: Entrepreneur Wellness: Iris LondonSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are your life goals aligning with your passion? Maybe you thought you were doing what you needed according to the deadlines you gave yourself, but in reality, you had to do more. In this episode, I am chatting with Iris T. London about her journey in circling back to her passion despite her insecurities and the goals she set for herself to meet by age 25.Iris T. London is the founder and owner of ITL Fitness, where Fun & Fitness meets! As a certified ITL Fit™ Coach, Spin, and Kickboxing instructor Ir...2022-07-2126 minLeading Behind The Scene25: Entrepreneur Wellness: Fannie DillinghamSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you struggle to focus on your health and wellness? Maybe you thought you would prioritize it as an entrepreneur, but you can't fit it into your schedule. In this episode, I am chatting with Fannie Dillingham to discuss the importance of prioritizing your health. She will also be sharing actionable steps for you to start taking now!Proud mom of three sons, Fannie Dillingham, is the founder of Create Your World, LLC, a health and wellness organization that promotes physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Fannie is living he...2022-07-1427 minLeading Behind The Scene24: Persistence: Making It Happen No Matter What with Tanya BaylorSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you resisting obedience? Maybe you know what you need to do, but you keep trying to head in a different direction, just to be pushed back. In this episode, I am chatting with Tanya Baylor to discuss saying "yes" to yourself and understanding the true significance of that "yes."She is a God-fearing woman who serves as a minister, motivational speaker, best-selling author, domestic violence advocate, mentor, and devoted mother. With excellence, she strives to live a life of a servant leader. She is active within her community and...2022-07-0742 minLeading Behind The Scene23: Persistence: Making It Happen No Matter What with Otescia JohnsonSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you committed to yourself? Maybe you have spent years helping others grow their dreams and are ready to commit to your own goals and future. In this episode, I am chatting with Otescia Johnson to discuss betting and staying as committed to yourself as you are to others.Otescia is a published author, screenwriter, success coach, publisher, and international keynote speaker. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and uses her education and background in business to manage her companies, BOY Publications, BOY Enterprise and Old...2022-06-3027 minLeading Behind The Scene22: Persistence: Making It Happen No Matter What with Michael RomainSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Would you consider yourself a competitive person? Maybe you have witnessed someone so persistent in showing up in their business that there was no other outcome than success? In this episode, I am chatting with Michael Romain to discuss the importance of showing up, being persistent, and not giving in to the temptations of a more simple life. Mike is the editor and staff reporter at Wednesday journal. He's also the founder, editor-in-chief, and publisher of Village Free Press, a local independent portal of information, news reporting, analysis, and story g...2022-06-2325 minLeading Behind The Scene21: Persistence: Making It Happen No Matter What With Yasmine BrownSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you tend to give up when faced with challenges? Or maybe you retreat when things don't go as planned. In this episode, I am chatting with Yasmine Brown to discuss the importance of being persistent in achieving your goals and missions. Yasmine is a graduate of Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor's Degree in business administration. She is also the founder of BOSS, which is short for Beauties on Successful Strives, a women's empowerment organization that creates an environment for women to learn, grow, have fun and get support b...2022-06-1629 minLeading Behind The Scene20: Rewind: 8 Tools to Help Manage Your LifeSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you currently use tools to make your life and business more efficient? I am a lover of all things systems, efficiency, and organization. In this episode, I am sharing the eight tools to help organize your life and help you excel at the highest level possible with the least amount of labor involved. "You need to utilize processes that can maximize your time and your resources more effectively and efficiently. I promise you; it will take your life to the next level." - Gwendolyn L YoungHighlights f...2022-06-0912 minLeading Behind The Scene19: Rewind: Guarding Your Heart, Preparing for Opportunity & WinningSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!How did you use your time during the 2020 lockdown? We all had our own way of preparing for life to return to normal during this time. Some of us were trying to survive, while others realized we had been coasting through life and not living. In this episode, I am sharing the seven ways to protect your heart and how you can use a time of rest to take advantage of the opportunity. "To rise to the next level God has for us, we need first to ensure that our h...2022-06-0215 minLeading Behind The Scene18: How to Pivot When Disruption Happens: Bernadette HicksSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you prepared in advance to pivot? Sometimes we only think about pivoting when we are at a fork in the road. In this episode, I am chatting with Bernadette Hicks to discuss preparing in advance to pivot and how her own experience with planting seeds reaped the benefits for her whole business. Bernadette Hicks is the CEO and President of ABC Toon Town Educational Center, one of the few African American-owned childcare providers in her community. For the last 20 years, she has been leading the center. They have weathered m...2022-05-2629 minLeading Behind The Scene17: How to Pivot When Disruption Happens: Kimberly WhitfieldSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Did you realize you needed to make changes during the pandemic? Or maybe you have had a pivotal moment that made you understand what you were doing wasn't working. In this episode, I am chatting with Kimberly Whitfield about the four things the COVID shutdown made us realize we need to change going forward. Kimberly is a mother, a US Air Force veteran, and an entrepreneur. Her passion is to provide financial education that provides economic empowerment and self-development. As a district director of MWR financial, she regularly empowers people e...2022-05-1930 minLeading Behind The Scene16: How to Pivot When Disruption Happens with Frenda RodgersSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you feel like the only one holding yourself back is YOU? Sometimes we are our own worst enemy. Today I am chatting with Frenda Rodgers to discuss ending the battle against yourself and pivoting with discernment and strength.Frenda is the CEO and College Access Counselor Access Chicago, where they provide homeschooling room for learning and academic tutoring for our kids. She co-founded Red House, a not-for-profit organization serving prostituted teens in Chicago and its surrounding areas. She was formerly a professional school counselor for the Brownsville Scholastic Institute...2022-05-1230 minLeading Behind The Scene15: How to Pivot When Disruption Happens with Rasheeda DavisSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you feel content in your current situation and have a strong calling to do more? We have all experienced unprecedented levels of change and disruption in the past few years, and sometimes we don't know what to do with these conflicting feelings. Today we are talking with my good friend Rasheeda Davis, who I met during a pivotal moment in her life. Rasheeda will share her personal experiences and how we can navigate our shifts. Rasheeda is currently a data analyst for Fortune 500 company where she has been in t...2022-05-0533 minLeading Behind The Scene14: Meet My Tribe: Lakita ThompsonSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!No one understands the ups and downs of starting a business as entrepreneurs do. When you're in the thick of it, it can feel like you're on your own, but you never have to face these challenges alone—you only need to find your community. Today we are talking with Lakita Thompson to discuss how she found her community even before starting her business and how that order of events was a game-changer. Lakita is the CEO of Through Words Publishing, a top self-publishing company in the online space. Through Wor...2022-04-2833 minLeading Behind The Scene13: Meet My Tribe: Dr. Lolita ClevelandSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!We started forming communities and building friendships that we could cultivate into lifelong relationships, even as children. It was vital for us to find adults we could gravitate to and trust, whether a teacher, coach, or family member. Today we are talking with Dr. Lolita Cleveland to discuss the importance of community in our lives and those around us who need us more than we know.Dr. Lolita Cleveland is the CEO of Crumb Enterprises, a boutique coaching and consulting business where she focuses on business coaching, nonprofit consulting, and...2022-04-2131 minLeading Behind The Scene12: Meet My Tribe: Kesha StoweSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!We all need a tribe of like-minded people in our lives that support and believe in us. For entrepreneurs, finding your tribe is essential to your success. Your tribe can help you through the tough times, offer guidance, and provide a listening ear when you need it most. So, how do you find your tribe? And once you find them, how do you make the most of those relationships? Today we are talking with Kesha Stowe to discuss our friendship and how our tribe has helped us become who we are today. 2022-04-1429 minLeading Behind The Scene11: Community Part 2Send Gwendolyn a Text Message!You've probably heard the saying, "It takes a village to raise a child." Well, the same can be said for entrepreneurs. It's not easy going it alone, so it's essential to build a supportive community of fellow business owners and be a support pillar within the group. By sharing resources and working together, you can make the journey easier and more fun. We already know the importance of having a community to support us, but how do we nurture our communities to make sure we give as much as we receive?2022-04-0710 minLeading Behind The Scene10: Community Part 1Send Gwendolyn a Text Message!Does a supportive community surround you? No question owning your own business is hard work. It takes a lot of time, effort, and dedication to making it successful, but many business owners like yourself don't realize that you don't have to go at it alone. More importantly, you shouldn't! You need a community of people who can offer encouragement and advice when things get tough. When you're feeling overwhelmed or stuck, having this kind of community can be the difference between success and failure. In the episodes leading up to t...2022-03-3108 minLeading Behind The Scene9: Someone You Should Know - Natalie DeanSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you feeling an overwhelming amount of burnout in your business? Are you experiencing symptoms in your work life that are carrying over and affecting your personal life? Today we are talking with Natalie Dean to address the five healthy steps to creating and sustaining healthy relationships with other women in business to overcome personal burnout.Natalie Dean is a public relations professional and entrepreneur. For 15 years, she has built an extensive career in corporate, crisis, multicultural, and education public relations, working with national and global entities. Her entrepreneurial spirit...2022-03-2430 minLeading Behind The Scene8: Someone You Should Know - Coach JacquiSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you leading yourself? Are you growing and developing every aspect of your life? Jacqueline Barnes joins me today, and we explore these questions, also what self-leadership is and taking control of your life. Coach Jacqui is a life and leadership coach who believes that everything is created to fulfill a need, a service, or a specific purpose. She believes that the potential is built into creating something and is fully known by its Creator. Coach Jacqui is a certified life coach and a certified leadership coach who is part o...2022-03-1721 minLeading Behind The Scene7: Someone You Should Know - Patrice CopelandSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you need help with the mindset around your business budget? Or maybe you're great at budgeting and just ready to outsource it to someone? In today's episode with Patrice Copeland, we will be discussing mindset, expense tracking, and accountability related to your business budget. Patrice is an accounting professional with over ten years of experience in corporate accounting accounts payable, receivables, and customer service. Patrice is the founder and owner of V.I.E.W by Patrice, a boutique virtual services firm that supports entrepreneurs with budgeting, bo...2022-03-1030 minLeading Behind The Scene6: Someone You Should Know - Juanita Ingram, EsqSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Are you multi-passionate but also sensitive to the opinions of others? Do you want to grow your business through an online freelancing marketplace? These are some of the many topics discussed in today's episode with Juanita Ingram. Juanita is an attorney, an author, and an actress. She's an international beauty queen, who happens to be an international ex-pat, and she is the founder of multiple organizations. I am telling you if you are multi-passionate, you do not want to skip over this episode where we will be discussing Upwork, relationships, o...2022-03-0348 minLeading Behind The Scene5: Someone You Should Know - Chyla GrahamSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!What is it like hiring a virtual admin in your business? What is it like working with clients as a virtual admin? This week we will be going behind the scenes of working together with one of my clients, Chyla Graham. Chyla is the CEO of CNRG Accounting Advisory, LLC, and examines systems, training, processes, procedures, staff, and emotions to strategize a workable plan to use as a backbone that will keep your nonprofit organization running smoothly."…write it down…if it's your business, or if it's a personal goal that...2022-02-2432 minLeading Behind The Scene4: Being the Admin in Your BusinessSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!What tasks does the admin in your business do? Does this role involve you? So far, we have covered the role of CEO, the big picture thinker, and the technician is the doer and the deliverer. This week we will be discussing your role as your business' admin. Not only will we be defining the role of an admin, but I also want to emphasize the different tasks an admin does and how you can prevent burnout in your future employees. " If you find that you are scheduling the appointments, b...2022-02-1706 minLeading Behind The Scene3: Being the Technician in Your BusinessSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you find yourself doing more hands-on work in your business even though you're the CEO? Last week we discussed and defined the role of a CEO. In this episode, we will be explaining the technician, and I want to share with you just three simple shifts that you can make to move more into the CEO role and away from the role as a technician. "While it's necessary to be the technician in your business, which is the door, remember you're doing, you're selling, all of those things. The g...2022-02-1706 minLeading Behind The Scene2: So, You Want To Be A CEOSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!Do you call yourself a CEO but aren't performing the tasks of a CEO? It is so easy to start a freelancing business and call ourselves a CEO; however, when we are solopreneurs buried in client work, sometimes we don't get to perform the tasks of a CEO. It isn't until our businesses start growing that we realize we are well-versed in the day-to-day tasks and decisions of a CEO. In today's episode, I want to encourage you and challenge you to start performing the functions of a CEO now. "I...2022-02-1711 minLeading Behind The Scene1: Was Your Entrepreneurial Journey Like ThisSend Gwendolyn a Text Message!How did your entrepreneurial journey start? Was it your choice or a decision outside of your control? Today, I will share my journey and how I became an entrepreneur. Don't miss this first episode of Leading Behind the Scene. "I wanted to find a way that I could still work and do something that I love and contribute to my family, but still be in a position to have the flexibility to take care of my health." - Gwendolyn Young. Highlights from today's episode include:Who I am...2022-02-1707 minLeading Behind The SceneWelcome to Leading Behind the Scene [Trailer]Send Gwendolyn a Text Message!Leading Behind the Scene is the podcast for you if you are ready to build an online business that has a solid foundation and is designed in a way that supports the life you want to live! Gwendolyn Young will share tips, tools, and strategies to help service-based entrepreneurs like you excel in your business and life. Join her here each Thursday to learn the best practices to effectively operate your business, manage your time, and create the business you desire so you can live the life you de...2022-02-1001 min