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The Expansion Code with Heather DickEpisode 28: Quick & Dirty Growth Hack: Host Events That Sell, Scale, and Spark LoyaltyWelcome to this week’s Quick & Dirty Growth Hack — short, punchy insights to shift your momentum and grow with intention.Ready to unlock explosive growth through events? Don't miss Wednesday's episode for actionable strategies on smart budgeting, client loyalty, and creating connections that convert into serious expansion.In this episode:Turn events into actual growth drivers.Learn the straight-up strategy for event success.Discover budget-saving moves.Find out how to double your audience without doubling your work.Learn to create client loyalty and connection that converts.Grow...2025-07-2704 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 30: “The CEO Systems I’m Putting in Place to Run My Business Without Burnout”In this solo episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal discusses the importance of sharing entrepreneurial experiences to combat feelings of loneliness. She reflects on a challenging week. Despite the personal chaos, she highlights the value of having a business designed to offer flexibility and the ability to step away when needed. Jen emphasizes the need to strengthen business systems to handle unexpected life events, reducing stress and ensuring smooth operations.What to Expect in This Episode:• Entrepreneurial Loneliness: The importance of sharing experiences to connect with other entrepreneurs.• Self-Care: Taking care...2025-07-2329 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 29: Paula Palomo: The Power of Permission – Why We Struggle to Give Ourselves TimeIn this episode of The Bold Entrepreneur podcast, Paula shares her journey from corporate CFO to advocate for rest and self-care, emphasizing that entrepreneurs often prioritize work to the detriment of their well-being. She encourages listeners to redefine success, set boundaries, and integrate rest into their lives, reminding them that prioritizing their health is essential for building sustainable and fulfilling careers. Paula's key message is to be grateful for each day and be mindful of how we devote our time and energy.What to Expect in This Episode:Success (redefining it): Moving beyond traditional societal...2025-07-1637 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 28: Building a Business That Lets You Take the Summer Off with Selina GrayThis new episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal interviews Selina Gray about the possibility of taking summers off as an entrepreneur. Selina shares her journey of building a business that allows her to take extended breaks, driven by a desire for freedom and quality time with her family. Selina shares how taking time off can be a reminder to assess what brings happiness, create core memories, and focus on a healthy work-life balance while recognizing the importance of sisterhood for inspiration and accountability.What to Expect in This Episode:Entrepreneurship and Business...2025-07-091h 03The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 27: Solo with Jen Kinal: From Burnout to Bold – The Shift That Changed EverythingIn this brand new episode of Season 3 of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal discusses entrepreneurial burnout, sharing her personal experience and offering advice on recognizing and addressing it. She emphasizes prioritizing self-care, setting boundaries, and making small changes to create a more balanced and sustainable lifestyle. She also promotes the Be Bold Conference as a resource for women in business seeking growth and support.What to Expect in This Episode:Burnout: The main focus, including causes, recognition, and recovery.Self-Care: Prioritizing personal well-being and making oneself a priority.Entrepreneurship: The challenges and pressures faced...2025-07-0225 min
Go Regulate YourselfHow 'Pivots' In Life Can Actually Serve You with Jen KinalToday in our 'Friday's with Friends' feature we are chatting with Jen Kinal about her journey of entrepreneurship suffering with burnout, and then being placed in a challenging position with her business when the pandemic hit. She shares about the sudden closure of her company, the impact this had on her financially, and how this unexpected turn of events provided her the opportunity to pivot her business (+ her life) in a really big way. She discusses the tears, the fear, and the feeling of being out of alignment without even knowing it- and she even...2025-06-2750 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 26: Cheers to an amazing second season of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast!In this final episode of Season 2, Jen Kinal reflects on the transformative conversations and inspiring journeys shared by women entrepreneurs throughout this Season. She emphasizes the importance of community, authenticity, and designing a business that aligns with one's life and values.Episode Highlights:Defining your identityEmbracing pivotsUsing data-driven social media strategiesDesigning businesses for freedom and joyKey Takeaways from Season 2 Guests:Building Community, Connections, and Balance)Vision, Mindset, and GrowthBuilding Trust and Community in BusinessResilience and PivotingJoy in BusinessBuilding a Business LegacyGrowth MindsetThe Bold BlueprintSocial Media StrategyBranding and Marketing for...2025-06-2551 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 25: From Grit to Growth with Megan GolightlyIn this episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal interviews Megan Golightly, founder and CEO of Go Simplified, about decluttering, organization, and social media strategy. Megan discusses her business's focus on helping people declutter and the emotional impact of letting go of possessions. She shares her unique approach to social media, emphasizing audience building through collaboration and relatable content. Megan also dives into the importance of analyzing social media analytics, experimenting with new features like Instagram Trials, and using stories effectively. The conversation explores the psychology behind decluttering, highlighting the Room Refresh program, and concludes w...2025-06-181h 00
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 24: Social Media, Community, and Building Authority – Standing in Your Power with Jen KinalIn this new episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal emphasizes the importance of social media for entrepreneurs, not just as a marketing tool, but as a platform to build authority, community, and credibility. She encourages listeners to overcome imposter syndrome and confidently showcase their expertise. The episode provides practical tips on optimizing social media profiles, utilizing different content formats like Reels, carousels, and stories, and analyzing audience engagement to tailor content effectively. Jen also stresses the significance of consistency in posting valuable content and building genuine connections with the audience.What t...2025-06-1155 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 23: The Power of Branding & Marketing Strategy with Jodie BrownIn this episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal interviews Jodie Brown, a marketing strategist for creative hair and beauty entrepreneurs. Jodie shares her journey from being a hairstylist to a marketing expert, emphasizing the importance of building an iconic brand, creating intentional content, and designing a business that aligns with one's values.What to Expect in This Episode:• Jodie's Journey: Jodie transitioned from hairstyling to marketing after recognizing a gap in social media education within the beauty industry. She built her clientele quickly using social media and then started helping other stylists....2025-06-041h 08
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 22: Amplifying Brand Growth with Shante Gormon: Community, Connection & StrategyJen Kinal interviews Shante Gormon of Sugar Punch Marketing in this new episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, about amplifying brand growth through community connection and social media strategy. Shante shares her expertise in marketing and content creation, emphasizing the importance of understanding your target audience and their buyer decision journey.Shante also promotes her podcast, "Social Media Manager Confidential," and her offerings like strategy retreats, templates, and masterclasses designed to support social media managers and business owners.What to Expect in This Episode:Content Strategy: Tailoring content to different stages of...2025-05-2843 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 21: The Bold Blueprint with Jen Kinal: Build a Business Aligned with YouIn this episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal discusses how to build a business that supports your vision, energy, and freedom, rather than consuming your life. She emphasizes the importance of diversifying income streams to create a safety net and avoid being dependent on a single source of revenue. Jen shares her personal experiences of pivoting her business and highlights the need to identify and leverage your unique superpowers to create valuable offerings like digital products, masterminds, or templates.Jen stresses the significance of designing a business that aligns with your lifestyle, dreams, and...2025-05-2147 min
The Visionary RisingWhat to know before planning your first retreat or conferenceSay hi to Jodie on InstagramCheck out Jodie’s websiteFollow the Visionary Rising on InstagramIn this podcast episode, the host welcomes Jen Kinal, an expert in event planning and community building. They discuss the resurgence of in-person events and their importance in connecting deeply with audiences post-pandemic. Jen shares her extensive experience hosting various events, from small workshops to large conferences, emphasizing the need for clear goals and meticulous planning. They dive into budget considerations, the benefits of intimate vs. larger gatherings, and the vital role of sponsors. Jen also hi...2025-05-2147 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 20: Scaling with Style: How Heather Dick Grew Blush Artistry into a Beauty EmpireIn this new episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, host Jen Kinal interviews Heather Dick, founder of Blush Artistry Incorporated and The Expansion Code, shares her journey from nursing student doing makeup on the side to building a thriving beauty empire. She emphasizes the importance of community, learning from family business experience, and the value of personal connections over solely relying on social media for business growth. Heather discusses team building, maintaining a cohesive brand with a large freelance team, and her accidental venture into event space creation. She highlights the realities of entrepreneurship, including the n...2025-05-141h 04
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 19: Building a Business Legacy with Jess TetuIn this episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal interviews Jess Tetu, an award-winning entrepreneur and owner of multiple businesses in the beauty, wellness, and consulting industries, as well as a non-profit charity founder. Jess shares her journey into entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of having a clear "why" rooted in giving back and creating opportunities for others.The episode concludes with Jess encouraging listeners to spread kindness and positivity by sending heartfelt messages of appreciation to people in their lives, emphasizing the power of small acts to change someone's day.What to...2025-05-071h 05
The Joy Journey Podcast with Jillian Schecher12. Burnout, Pivots & Building With Purpose: The Bold Business Journey with Jen KinalWhat if success wasn’t about adding more, but finally learning to let go?In this fun, heartfelt, and honest episode, I’m joined by my bracelet sister and soul-led businesswoman Jennifer Kinal—a social media strategist, marketing expert, and event consultant known for her bold pivots and heart-first leadership.We talk about building businesses that actually feel good, and what it takes to release what no longer aligns, even when it’s something you once loved. Jen shares her journey of reinventing herself after losing her event planning business during the pandemic, starting over fro...2025-04-3039 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 18: Joyful Success: Creating Balance in Business & Life with Jillian SchecherIn this new episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, host Jen Kinal interviews Jillian Schecher, a joy educator and mentor, about the importance of joy in business and life. Jillian shares her personal journey of overcoming challenges, including dealing with an alcoholic home and the death of her father, which led to her developing the Joy Method.Jillian encourages listeners to ask themselves what they truly want to experience and take one inspired action towards it. She advises celebrating successes and giving credit for how far you've come. The episode emphasizes that incorporating joy into your...2025-04-3059 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 17: Resilience & Pivoting: How to Navigate Challenges and Reinvent Your Business with Jen KinalIn this solo episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal discusses the importance of resilience and adaptability in business. She shares her personal journey, highlighting how numerous pivots and challenges, though initially perceived as failures, ultimately shaped her into who she is today. Jen recounts her experiences with an event planning company, a construction business, and the impact of COVID-19, emphasizing the need to design a business that aligns with one's desired lifestyle. She underscores the significance of recurring revenue, location independence, and pandemic-proofing a business. She also stresses the importance of valuing oneself, seeking s...2025-04-2333 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 16: Building Trust and Community in Business with Staci MillardHost Jen Kinal dives deep with Staci Millard, founder of the Small Business Club, a mom of two, multi-passionate entrepreneur, investor, board member, podcast host, and philanthropist. Staci shares her journey from overworked and underpaid to building a seven-figure business and helping other entrepreneurs transform the way they approach business. Her philosophy centers on three non-negotiables for success: making money, creating heart-led impact, and living a great life because of your business, not in spite of it.What to Expect in This Episode:Overcoming Fear of Numbers: Why understanding your finances is crucial and how...2025-04-1656 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 15: Next Steps to Success: Vision, Mindset & Growth with Nicole CowleyIn this episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal interviews empowerment coach Nicole Cowley about mindset, vision, and a holistic approach to success. Nicole shares her inspiring story of rebuilding her life after a divorce, transitioning from a stay-at-home mom to a successful entrepreneur. Nicole encourages listeners to embrace their potential, take action, and believe in themselves, regardless of their circumstances. She highlights the power of small actions and the ripple effect of positive change.What to Expect in This Episode:Identity: How your beliefs about yourself shape your potential and a...2025-04-091h 10
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 14: Building Community, Connection, and Balance with Alli ArrudaIn this episode of the Bold Entrepreneur podcast, host Jen Kinal interviews Ali Aruda, co-founder of Benchmark Fitness, who shares her transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship and the evolution of her brand, Inspire and Move. Ali highlights her dedication to fostering community through fitness and wellness, particularly with initiatives like Women Inspiring Women and Girlfriend Walk. The discussion emphasizes the importance of building authentic connections, focusing on existing customers, and how meaningful interactions can drive brand advocacy. They also explore the value of personal and professional growth through networking and the importance of embracing change and maintaining a...2025-04-021h 01
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 13: Season One RecapIn this final episode of Season 1, host Jen Kinal takes us on a journey through the highlights, lessons, and inspiration from the past 12 episodes of the Bold Entrepreneur Podcast. From embracing community to mastering pricing strategies, trusting your intuition, and creating meaningful events, Jen reflects on the insights shared by incredible guests. This episode is a celebration of bold entrepreneurship and a roadmap for those looking to build a thriving business aligned with their values.Episode Highlights:Jen revisits the valuable insights shared by each guest, from pricing strategies to the importance...2025-03-2617 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 12: Mastering Business Strategy for Long-Term SuccessIn this episode, Jen Kinal, founder of the Bold Founders Collective, explores how a dynamic, evolving strategy can become the backbone of business success. Through personal stories, she shares lessons learned in aligning daily actions with overarching business and life goals. Jen guides listeners in creating a strategy that moves beyond static business plans, offering tools and insights to keep momentum and achieve long-term goals. Here’s what you can expect to learn more about in this episode:Aligning Strategy with Vision: How to create a living strategy tied directly to your long-term goals and da...2025-03-1913 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 11: Building a Sustainable Brand with Michelle WebberIn this episode, Jen Kinal sits down with Michelle Webber, founder of Sondr Natural Deodorant, to discuss her journey of creating an eco-friendly, cruelty-free brand. Michelle opens up about the challenges she faced transitioning from the event industry, the passion that drives her mission, and how she built a brand that truly stands for ethical practices. From overcoming major obstacles during product development to engaging authentically with her community, Michelle shares valuable insights for entrepreneurs at any stage. Here’s what you can expect to learn more about in this episode:Building a Mission-Driven Brand: Mi...2025-03-121h 02
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 10: Revolutionizing Fashion with Subscription ServicesIn this episode, Jen Kinal, host of the Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, sits down with Jenna Hill, founder of FrockBox, to explore the evolution of her subscription-based business and the vibrant community she has built around it. Jenna shares the inspiring journey of launching FrockBox from her basement, creating a service that blends personal styling, community connection, and accessible fashion. From starting with Excel spreadsheets to developing a custom platform, Jenna reflects on the lessons, challenges, and joys of entrepreneurship.This episode is packed with actionable insights on building community-driven businesses, leveraging passion, and incorporating...2025-03-0549 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 9: Investing in Coaches, Community, and MentorsIn this episode, Jen Kinal, founder of the Bold Founders Collective, delves into her personal journey and transformative experiences investing in mentors, coaches, and building a community. From learning to trust her instincts and navigating business pivots to gaining clarity and resilience, Jen shares how these investments have profoundly shaped her business and mindset. Here’s what you can expect to learn more about in this episode:Trusting Your Gut: Recognizing when to follow your instincts and how it leads to significant opportunities.The Impact of Mentorship: Insights into how investing in a co...2025-02-2620 min
The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast with Jen KinalEpisode 8: Innovative Strategies for Sustainable Growth with Lane EdwardsIn this episode of The Bold Entrepreneur, Jen Kinal sits down with Lane Edwards, founder of Pura Botanicals, a luxury plant-powered skincare brand. Lane shares her inspiring journey from working for Lululemon in Australia to creating a skincare brand rooted in self-care and wellness after her own transformative experiences with motherhood and loss. Lane opens up about the challenges of entrepreneurship, her decision to redefine beauty standards by avoiding the term "anti-aging," and the magic behind her innovative skincare products like the Overnight Watermelon Mask. She also gives us a glimpse into her involvement...2025-02-1949 min