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The Inside Story Podcast with April Adams PertuisGetting More Women to Earn a Million Dollars with SevenStrong Founder, Holly HillyerHow do you get to seven figures in your business? It isn’t just about putting in the hours; it’s also about adopting a new mindset. It’s about recognizing that there’s enough abundance for everyone, including YOU. Believe in your worth, and you’ll unlock the potential to create a life where you have the freedom to pursue your passions. In today’s episode of the Inside Story Podcast, I have with me Holly Hillyer, founder of SevenStrongCo, who focuses on helping women grow seven-figure businesses. Holly shares her own entrep...2024-10-0956 min
Seven Strong with Holly HillyerWhy Your 2025 Success Starts NowWelcome back to the Seven Strong Podcast! I’m Holly Hillyer, your host and CEO of Seven Strong, and today I’m diving into why your 2025 planning really needs to start now. In this episode, I talk about the unique opportunity that September brings for business owners to reflect, refocus, and begin laying the groundwork for a thriving Q4 and a powerful start to 2025.If you’ve felt like summer slipped by and you’re only now gearing up for your big year-end push, this episode is for you. I break down why September is the “new January” f...2024-10-0827 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerMicro-niche Without Leaving Clients OutWelcome back to the Seven Strong Podcast! I’m your host, Holly Hillyer, and today we’re diving into a topic that many of my clients struggle with: micro-niching. If you’ve ever worried that narrowing your audience will mean leaving people (and money) on the table, this episode is for you.In this episode, I share a real-life example from a recent coaching call with a client who had this exact concern. We walk through why starting with a clear, micro-niched step one is not just essential for your Instagram strategy but also f...2024-10-0126 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerGet Your Followers Engaging Now In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest challenges I hear from my clients: “Why is no one engaging with my content?” Even when your Reels are getting more views, the engagement might not be where you want it to be. Let’s talk about what’s really working in 2024 to drive engagement on social media and grow your business.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The Power of Asking for Engagement: Learn how strategic call-to-actions (CTAs) can shift your engagement levels.What’s Working Now: We’ll break dow...2024-09-2424 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerThen and Now: How Social Media Growth Strategies Have TransformedHello, hello! I'm your host, Holly Hillyer, and welcome back to the 7 Strong Podcast. Today, I'm excited to take you on a journey through my 10 years of growing businesses on social media.In this episode, we'll explore how social media has evolved over the past decade, what's working now, and how you can ensure your social media, funnels, and email systems are all set up to not just grow your followers but to significantly increase your income.In this episode, I share:The evolution of social media...2024-09-1722 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerDemystifying Sales with Tracie Patterson: Creating a Business You LoveWelcome back to the Seven Strong Podcast! Today, we have an incredible guest, Tracie Patterson, the founder of Indie Coaching and host of the Cocktails, Coffee, and Conversations podcast. Tracie is a sales and offer coach who takes the ick out of sales and is here to guide you through creating your own unique style in business.Listen in as we cover:The importance of focusing on solving your customers' problems rather than just selling to them.Tips for reframing sales from a self-centered activity to a customer-centered interaction.Strategies for ensuring your marketing and sales...2024-09-1035 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerUnlocking the Power of Storytelling with April PertuisApril Pertuis is a coach and storyteller who helps women unlock their own story within, so they can own it, speak it, and share it with others. Over Aprils 25+ year career as a TV Journalist, Video Producer, Writer and Speaker she has perfected the art of storytelling and now helps other women do the same. Teaching you how to share your stories with intention and meaning and allowing you to shine your light and in turn grow your impact in this world. And today April is going to help us learn the first steps in sh...2024-09-0340 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerScaling to Success: The Three Pillars of a Seven-Figure CEOWelcome to the Seven Strong Podcast! It's time to zoom out and look at your enterprise holistically, as we discuss the key components of becoming a CEO.In this episode:The Vision of Seven StrongThree Pillars to SuccessAudience BuildingStrategic SystemsVision and LeadershipReady to elevate your business with strategic insight and actionable advice? Tune in now to start transforming your entrepreneurial journey with clarity and purpose.For more insights and to join a community of like-minded entrepreneurs, visit www.sevenstrong.com....2024-08-2027 minSeven Strong with Holly Hillyer7 is the New 6 FiguresWelcome back to the Seven Strong Podcast! In this episode, we expose the shared loneliness of entrepreneurship, talk breaking through financial barriers, and the importance of setting ambitious goals. Plus have a look at the challenges women face in discussing wealth and the steps needed to scale your business to the seven-figure mark. Listen in for:The Loneliness of Entrepreneurship: Building a business, especially online, can be isolating.Creating Wealth Conversations: Men have established spaces to discuss money openly. Women need to create and engage in similar environments.Seven Figures is t...2024-08-1336 minSeven Strong with Holly Hillyer"Laptop life" - Challenges and advantages + strategies for disconnectingWelcome back to the Seven Strong Podcast! I'm your host, Holly Hillyer. In today's episode, we talk managing work-life balance as an entrepreneur, particularly stepping out of the "office" without losing business momentum.- Transition from a corporate job to entrepreneurship- Challenges and advantages of the "laptop life"- Strategies for truly disconnecting while on vacation- Tips for using social media effectively without it consuming your life- Planning and automation tactics to maintain business operations while away- The importance of empowering language in personal and professional decisions2024-07-3028 min
The Rewire Your Mind Podcast🎧From Burnout to Bliss: Holly Hillyer’s Blueprint for Success Without Sacrifice 🎧In this transformative episode of the "Rewire Your Mind Podcast," I sit down with the phenomenal Holly Hillyer, who shares her incredible journey from relentless work hours and burnout to a fulfilling life of harmony while running a thriving business. Holly’s story is a masterclass in building systems that work for you, not against you. She delves deep into how she redefined success, moved away from being tied to outcomes, and embraced a mindset that allowed her to achieve her goals without sacrificing her happiness or personal life. If you've ever felt trapped in the hustle, this episode is...2024-07-2241 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerUnlocking the Power of Facebook Ads with Kwadwo [QUĀY.jo]Episode ResourcesLead Gen Cheat CodeWelcome my good friend and Facebook ads expert, Kwadwo [QUĀY.jo], to the podcast. Kwadwo, the host of the Art of Online Business Podcast, shares his vast knowledge and experience in optimizing Facebook ads for business success. We chat about his journey from China to Mexico, his initial struggles with Facebook ads, and how he transformed his approach to achieve remarkable results. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just getting started with Facebook ads, this episode offers invaluable strategies and practical advice to elevate your advertising game!L...2024-07-1635 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerVisual Vibes: Crafting a Brand That Speaks Volumes with Chris BeltranOn today’s episode, we're diving into the world of visual branding with Chris Beltran!Mentioned:- Visual Vibe Workshop (July 30th) - Build your Brand In A DayChris Beltran is an award winning Brand Strategist and Founder at Brand Your Impact who has worked with some of today’s top online entrepreneurs that run multiple six & seven figure brands. As a leading expert in personal branding, he has worked with notable Tedx speakers, best selling authors and world renowned influencers that lead their own branded movements. We'll explore: ...2024-07-0928 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerBalancing Hormones and Hustle: Sustainable Strategies for EntrepreneursIn today's episode, I share my personal journey and insights on finding the perfect balance between managing stress, maintaining hormonal health, and thriving in both business and personal life.My Health Wake-Up Call: Discovering perilously low cortisol levels and how it felt like hitting a wall at full speed. Learn about the symptoms and consequences of prolonged stress that many entrepreneurs face.Sustainable Stress Management: Explore sustainable strategies to manage stress and maintain a balanced life, ensuring the growth of your business and your personal happiness.Morning Routine for Success: Dive into...2024-06-1827 min
BODi Partner PodcastNWC REPLAY: Holly HillyerBuilding up your team with new customers and Partners is a critical component of a successful BODi business… but that doesn't mean it has to be complicated! In this episode, we're joined by 2024 Top 10 Elite Partner Holly Hillyer, who has mastered the art of building a thriving team. On this episode of The Wake-Up Call, Holly will walk us through her proven system for recruiting during Summit week, leveraging resources like the BODi Business Opportunity video, and following up with prospects so that they feel supported every step of the way. Don’t miss out on these invaluable insights that will...2024-06-171h 03
The Art of Online BusinessInstagram Growth Hacks! What Works in 2024 with Holly HillyerInstagram Growth and Scaling Strategist Holly Hillyer talks about how to grow Instagram in 2024. She shared some killer strategies on gaining email 50 subscribers daily through Instagram, with insights on what's working best for her clients right now. We also talked about common mistakes and hot tips on how to make your content work harder for you. Holly even gave my Instagram a live audit on air, so check it out for some real-time advice! Cut your lead gen costs in HALF with my $37 mini-course–NOW only $17!Visit The Art of Online Business website for...2024-06-1241 minThe Art of Online BusinessBefore We Hit Record with Social Media & Scaling Strategist Holly HillyerWe get real about the human side of running an online business. We also talk about the importance of networking, how personal changes can impact your professional life, and give a sneak peek into Holly's strategies for boosting Instagram engagement and email list growth. Cut your lead gen costs in HALF with my $37 mini-course–NOW only $17!Visit The Art of Online Business website for Facebook Ads help Watch Holly's next episode 'Instagram Growth Hacks! What Works in 2024 with Holly Hillyer'...2024-06-1035 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerMy Journey to Finding the Perfect Balance on Social MediaIn today's episode, I share my personal journey and insights on finding the perfect balance between sharing my life and business on social media.How I've evolved my social media strategy over the yearsThe importance of micro-niching and expert positioningHow to create content that attracts your ideal clientsUnderstanding your target audience and creating content that resonates with themBalancing personal and professional content on social mediaI discuss my experiences building my business and personal brand on Instagram and highlight key takeaways that you can apply to your own social media strategy.Go to sevenstrong.com...2024-06-0624 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerHow Sarah grew her account by 40K followers in 6 monthsTune into today’s episode to hear my client Sarah share how she grew her account by 40K followers in 6 months.The doors to the Blueprint to Social Selling are now open! Learn more at www.sevenstrong.com/blueprint2024-05-3021 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerHow to ride the Algorithm Rollercoaster (and come out on top)It’s no secret that the Instagram algorithm has gone off the deep end over the last month or so, but if you are using that as an excuse or reason to not grow on Instagram, I have some tough love for you today. You can not control the algorithm, but you CAN control how you respond to it. And you have a choice to either use these shifts as the reason you pull away from the platform, or you can lean in.On today’s episode, I am sharing:What the algorithm should have...2024-05-2129 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerWhy Traditional Online Courses Don’t Work AnymoreI am back on the podcast this week and back home after an amazing trip to Bora Bora. I share more in this episode but this was such a great opportunity for me to reflect on not only how much my businesses have grown over the years, but also how much I have grown.The last time I was in Bora Bora was in 2022 and I remember feeling so stressed and working the entire time, feeling this urge that I could not just relax. And this trip, that was not at all the case.Not...2024-05-1623 min
Crank It Up! with Julie VorisHow to Use Social Media to Grow Your Business with Holly Hillyer In this episode, Julie chats with Holly Hillyer about her mission of helping female entrepreneurs grow their businesses through the power of social media. Holly touches on ditching the non-stop grind, making real money, and actually enjoying the ride of entrepreneurship. She digs into the hurdles women face when trying to nail social media and how to flip the script to see it as a helping hand. 2024-05-1653 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerIf I had to start my business over again, here’s what I would do differentlyBeing in business for over 9 years has given me some perspective, and something I think about a lot is what I would do differently if I were to do it all over again. I spent a lot of time early on doing things the hard way, or being stuck in fear around some things that could have helped me grow even faster. And I can definitely point to some key decisions in the past that have made all the difference in my growth. Of course, I learned these lessons through experience, but I love h...2024-05-0232 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerHow I grew my email list by 1200 subscribers in 90 days using IGIn the last 90 days, we have grown our email list by over 1200 subscribers completely organically using Instagram. This was not an accident. While most business gurus will tell you that you need to spend money on ads to grow your list, we have found that having a clear, intentional strategy on Instagram has been more effective (and way more profitable) than ads alone.And in this episode, I am sharing the 4 simple steps to creating an Instagram to Email List pipeline that converts like crazy and brings in leads on autopilot.I am sharing: - W...2024-04-2334 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerThe biggest mistakes you are making with your lead magnet, and how to fix themI strongly believe that using Instagram as your free top of funnel strategy is the first step in growing your business, but it really is just step one. And that is what I teach inside the Seven Strong Society. But what you build from there is really where the magic happens.And the bridge between growing an audience on Instagram and growing your business is a value packed lead magnet. The way I teach creating a lead magnet is not the same as other “freebie” trainings out there, and in fact those trainings are causing a lot of b...2024-04-1626 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerThe Real Reason You Need an Email ListWhen I started email marketing 9 years ago, things looked quite a bit different. And we have come a long way from me sending emails one by one from my gmail account after bedtime, but that is where it all started. And for the last 9 years, my email list has been my biggest source of predictable revenue in both my businesses.Yes, I can teach you how to grow on social media, and I love doing that, but if you want to grow and scale your business without spending all your time on social media, you need to...2024-04-0925 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerHack your brain for success with Mindi HuebnerThis week I am sitting down with intuitive mindset mastery coach and NLP practitioner, Mindi Huebner and diving deep into the subconscious programming that might be limiting your success.As I have shared before, entrepreneurship is really the most powerful personal growth experience and our businesses can only grow as much as we grow ourselves. Mindi shared her wisdom on how to hack your subconscious mind for success to overcome any plateaus you might be experiencing. We talked about:- How what you say literally creates your reality- Why “acting as-if” is one...2024-04-0244 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerHow I grew my list by 1200+ leads in 90 days on autopilotIf you want to grow your business to 6 figures and beyond, there comes a point where you can't do everything by hand. And the great news is, in 2024 you don't have to. One of the ways I have been able to grow two businesses to 7 figures while being a mom of 3 is automations.And in this episode, I am breaking down the steps by step of my list building funnel that has not only helped me grow my list by 1200+ new leads, but also convert over 10% of them into paying clients in that same time frame.2024-03-2637 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerBreak through your growth ceiling with Megan BlacksmithIf I have learned nothing else in my 10+ years running a business, it’s that entrepreneurship is the ultimate personal growth journey. And that is exactly what my guest Megan Blacksmith and I are diving into today. Megan Blacksmith is a holistic health coach, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, speaker, NLP Trainer and mindset ninja. She is the co-founder of Zesty and the Becoming Zesty podcast. She trains coaches, practitioners and leaders with the tools for faster (inner) transformation without fighting themselves along the way through Functional NLP, a combination of the principles of NLP, functional medicine and com...2024-03-1951 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerMy Secret Weapon for Automated Lead GenAs a business owner, growing your email list with new leads should be at the top of your to-do list. But turning followers on social media into email leads can be harder than it sounds, especially with social platforms doing their best to keep people on their app.This is where the magic of ManyChat comes in. ManyChat is the automated chat bot behind the “DM or Comment the word [X] below” craze on social media right now. This little behind the scenes automation is hacking the Instagram Algorithm and resulting in amazing results for accounts of all...2024-03-1224 minSeven Strong with Holly HillyerFailure is the Secret to Success with Kathi ReuterIs your money mindset keeping you from making more? We all have money stories and beliefs that we were brought up with, and oftentimes we don’t even know them until we start a business and want to make more money.This is exactly what my friend Kathi and I are chatting about on this week’s episode of the Seven Strong Podcast! Kathi is a transformational mindset coach for entrepreneurs and she has helped dozens of entrepreneurs break through their internal limits and unlock their next levels of success.On this episode, we d...2024-03-0537 min
CEO Moms Building Wealth: Tax Strategy for Female Service Providers81. The Reality of Growing a Seven-Figure Business with guest Holly HillyerToday Kimberly chats with Instagram marketing expert, Holly Hillyer. Holly shares her CEO Mom journey with a deep dive into the realities of starting, running, and scaling an online business. Holly openly shares the systems in place to help her maintain a healthy balance between her business and personal life. You won’t want to miss the tips she shares on how she built her businesses using social media, create a strong relationship with her community, and the changes she makes in her business to align with the changing phases of her life. Lin...2024-03-0144 min
Seven Strong with Holly HillyerLessons and takeaways from one year of weekly podcastingWhat would happen if you commit to doing something in your business for a whole year? And where would you be a year from now if you started today?This episode is a pretty exciting one because we are celebrating our 52nd weekly episode, meaning 1 FULL year of weekly podcasting. And I have to say there were a few times I wasn’t entirely sure we were going to make it this far.This has been an incredible year, and I am so proud of the growth we have seen, not just from a business st...2024-02-2727 min
Seven Strong with Holly HillyerGrow your audience on Instagram without being on the appOne of the number one things I heard from people who were in the InstaGrowth Bootcamp last week was that they want to grow their audience on Instagram, but they want to spend LESS time on the app to do it. And while you might think that sounds counterintuitive, I actually think that is the whole point.When I was struggling to create content that actually grew my account, I was spending so much time trying to create content. And truth be told, most of that time was spent scrolling through the reels trying to find someone...2024-02-2023 min
Seven Strong with Holly HillyerThe mindset shift that changed how I show up on InstagramLast summer, I was feeling stuck on Instagram. My personal brand account was stuck at 40K followers for over 2 years, and I felt like I was doing everything under the sun to get my content seen by my ideal clients and nothing was working. I was frustrated, blaming the algorithm and feeling fed up by creating content. Maybe you can relate.But after blaming the Instagram algorithm for my struggle for so long, I decided to stop sitting in blame, and start asking better questions. And in this week’s episode, I am sharing the bre...2024-02-1321 min
The Cycle AdvantageHow Being Real on Social Media Can Gain 100k New Leads with Holly HillyerThis episode holds the key to scaling your social media growth to over 100k in just this year alone. I know some of us are focused on making a huge impact, but something that I’ve been seeing lately is that people crave more than just the trendy content. They want to see the messy process, the genuine struggles, and the unfiltered moments. It's like they're saying, "I'm here for the big ideas, but show me the real you.” And I get it. There's something strangely comforting about knowing that the person on the o...2024-02-0734 min
Do Life Big077: Top Hacks to Grow Your Instagram Fast with Holly HillyerSurprise! 🤩
This is another game-changing Do Life Big Podcast episode this week and had a chat with the amazing Holly Hillyer, Instagram growth expert extraordinaire. We spilled the tea on the top hacks to supercharge your Instagram and turn your game around.
Ever wondered why people unfollow you during certain times? Holly spilled the beans, sharing insights into user behavior and the need for immediate value on your Instagram bio. We also dived into the power of simplicity and how to address your ideal client's basic struggles.
Holly, an introvert herself, shattered the myth...2024-02-0739 min
Seven Strong with Holly HillyerHow I grew by 100K followers in 9 months without going viralLast summer, I was feeling stuck on Instagram. My Holly Hillyer account was stuck at 40K followers for over 2 years, and I felt like I was doing everything under the sun to get my content seen by my ideal clients and nothing was working. I was frustrated, blaming the algorithm and feeling fed up by creating content. Maybe you can resonate.But after blaming the Instagram algorithm for my struggle for so long, I decided to stop sitting in blame, and start asking better questions. And in this week’s epi...2024-02-0630 min
Seven Strong with Holly HillyerHow I 3X'd my Instagram Followers in Just 9 MonthsIf you have been stuck at the same number of followers for what feels like FOREVER, I've been there. And I know how frustrating it can feel to try strategy after strategy and feel like nothing is actually helping you grow.Last summer, I was right there. I had been consistent on Instagram for a few years, and seen some slow but steady growth, and then I hit a wall. I was stuck at 40K followers for years, and no matter what I did I couldn't seem to get in front of new people, let alone the...2024-01-3028 min
Seven Strong with Holly HillyerFrom Perfecting Profile Pics to Building the Best Bios: A Guide to Instagram Account OptimizationIt’s possible to create really great Instagram content and still fall flat! Going viral doesn’t ensure a growing account! The #1 thing you absolutely MUST do in order to gain new followers is optimize your account. Let’s talk about how!Listen in and learn:Why optimizing your account is importantWhat makes the best profile photo and whyTips for taking great profile photos on your phoneHow to optimize your name using SEO-specific termsThe 3 lines to include in your Instagram bioWhat you can learn by digging into social media dataWhy I don’t get upset over unfollow...2024-01-2321 min