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Friends With Businesses#10 | With Friend, Jess Freeman, An "Ordinary" Business Owner Who Takes Extraordinary ActionHow does a joke on Threads turn into multiple summits, a live event, a blockbuster membership launch, and a movement taking the online business world by storm over the course of a year?When Jess Freeman (known online as Jess Creatives) is involved, things move fast.Jess is an SEO strategist and website designer who's 15 years into her business. She's also the founder of the Ordinary Business Network, a community for people building businesses with real life harmony as their top priority over million dollar years (or whatever "sexy" milestones the rest of the internet s...
2026-09-2949 min
The Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesMarketing Without Social Media Trends with Erin PerkinsEver feel like everyone else is nailing viral reels while you're just trying to get your inbox under control? Erin Perkins (https://www.mabelyq.com/), accessibility educator, founder of Mabely Q, and creator of the accessibility assistant Tactile, has been in business for 8 years without doing a single dance video or trending audio clip. She takes over the mic this week to talk about marketing without social media trends.Erin tells the story of a sales team that pushed her in 2025 to start doing trend-driven reels, and why she said no, even though it worked for other...
2026-08-2512 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesBusiness Freedom in 2.5 Days a Week: Adam Schaeuble's AI-Free BusinessEver wanted to break up with your email funnels, or wondered what would happen if you swore off AI and only worked a few days a week? Adam Schaeuble (https://www.podcastingbusiness.school/), host of Podcasting Business School, takes over the mic to explain how he does both. He has no ChatGPT, no Claude, and he works about 2.5 days a week.Adam once owned a gym with 500+ clients and 30+ employees, and he worked himself into the hospital three times. Now he tracks one KPI above all others: how many days he doesn't work each year. He talks...
2026-08-1818 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business Strategies110 Members, $15K, and Zero Ads: Solopreneur Growth Strategies From My LaunchIn this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the founding launch of The Ordinary Business Network: the real numbers, my mixed feelings, the two-month launch plan I scrapped five days in, and the last day, when 29 people joined. I ran the whole thing by myself, with no copywriter, no VA, and no ad spend, while getting strep throat, celebrating my daughter's birthday, and still doing design client work.You'll hear the full breakdown: 110 members and just over $15K, making it the biggest launch of my 15 years in business. Email converted at 16% of my Ordinary segment, and 36...
2026-08-1123 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesBrand Storytelling Without The "Rags to Riches" Plot with Reme ManceraFeeling like your story isn't "epic" enough to share in your business? Reme Mancera (https://www.rememancera.com/) felt the same way. She quit a job in a windowless office at 40, and she's a private person who wanted nothing to do with the "be vulnerable" advice everyone kept giving her. Now she's a personal brand story strategist working with clients in 24 countries, and she takes over the mic to show service business owners how to use storytelling without oversharing or inventing a big hero's journey.Reme explains her idea of story connectors, which are small, meaningful moments...
2026-08-0418 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesSolopreneur Strategies: What I Learned From 55 Market Research CallsFeel like you're playing whack-a-mole with your business, tweaking offers, rewriting content, and posting more without seeing results? If you don't know why something isn't working, you're guessing.>> Join The Ordinary Network!In this re-aired episode, I talk about the least glamorous fix in business: market research. In 2024, during a rough season, I paused new client work and did 55 one-on-one market research calls with service business owners in six weeks. I didn't use an AI note-taker or a team, just a spreadsheet and a lot of Zoom. In exchange, people could ask me anything.
2026-07-2814 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesAudio Newsletters and Weird Subject Lines: Email Marketing for Solopreneurs with Melissa EsmeraldaEver feel like email marketing is a never-ending parade of newsletters you don't actually want to read? Melissa Esmeralda, an email and funnel strategist, deliverability expert, and founder of MEO Marketing Group, felt the same. So she made her own newsletter as an audio newsletter.→ Learn more about The Ordinary Business Network: https://www.theordinarybusiness.comIn this episode, Melissa walks through how her Marketing Memos work: a written story in the email, then a 10-minute voice memo that answers a subscriber's question in depth. She sends two a month, picks one topic per quarter based on pol...
2026-07-2110 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow I Get Clients as a Solopreneur Without Relying on Email MarketingRe-airing a previous episode where I'm spilling the real tea on what it actually looks like to run a profitable, sustainable business, without your “number one moneymaker” being a magical inbox.→ Learn more about The Ordinary Business Network: https://www.theordinarybusiness.com/networkI've been in business for 15 years and tried every freebie, webinar, and custom quiz the internet has recommended, and my email list still doesn't pay my grocery bill. So I break down where my clients actually come from, which for me is referrals, SEO, and real conversations on social media. I also talk about how I stopp...
2026-07-1414 min
Happy Subscribers5 New Kit Features from Craft + Commerce 2026 with Jess FreemanEpisode Summary: I got home from Craft + Commerce late Saturday night, and by the time Jess and I sat down to record this on Monday afternoon, I had already taken two naps. (Sunday had one of its own, too.) My friend Jess Freeman of Jess Creatives somehow had a reel posted about Craft + Commerce before I'd even poured my coffee Monday morning — she has a child; I do not. 😂 Jess is a web designer, SEO expert, and host of the Ordinary Business Podcast, and she was at Craft + Commerce too. In this episode, we're sharing the f...
2026-07-0749 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesSkipping Hustle Culture: Why Jacki Hayes Kept Her Part-Time JobEver feel like the only "serious" business owners are the ones working 90-hour weeks on willpower and too much coffee? Jacki Hayes (https://www.jackihayes.co/) skipped the hustle culture version of "all in." She runs her business alongside a part-time job, and yes, she's keeping the free gym membership.This episode gets into why mixing a part-time job with your own business is nothing to be ashamed of. You'll hear how to set boundaries that stick, be upfront with clients about your schedule, and drop the guilt about not showing up on Instagram every day. It...
2026-07-0722 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesGiving Away a $4,000 Service for Email List Growth with AlleaEver wondered if you could actually grow your business without giving into the “never sleep, always grind” nonsense? I’m diving in with email strategist Allea Grummert (https://duett.co/), who’s keeping it very real about what it takes to launch a new offer, court those elusive leads, and keep your voice intact when you accidentally record 80 personalized videos.We're talking about giveaways that actually feel human, what to do when you get “only” 85 signups, and why a $4,000 service freebie isn’t some marketing power move, but a thoughtful experiment for finding your people. If you want actionabl...
2026-06-3023 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesDo Coffee Chats Actually Help You Get More Clients? A RoundtableEver looked at your calendar and wondered if you actually need that coffee chat, or if you'd rather nap, read a book, or (wild idea) get your work done? This one's for anyone with a little people-pleasing fatigue who can't decide whether coffee chats help you get more clients or just eat your week.>> Huge thanks to our sponsor, Virtually Robyn! Check out her Strategy Sessions and mention 'Ordinary' for a bonus.I sat down with four fellow business owners, Melissa, Michelle, Sam, and Olivia, to talk honestly about coffee chats. We get into who...
2026-06-2328 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesStickers and Bundt Cake: A Business System That Feels Like a Game With BrandaEver double-booked three summits and your sister-in-law's birthday in the same month? This episode is for anyone who wants fewer headaches, more naps, and business systems that don't feel like a second full-time job.>> Thanks to our sponsor, Bright Bunch Designs!I get nosy with Branda (https://www.therelevantcollective.com/), a funnel nerd and former teacher who got out of the chaos by turning her business, and her life, into a giant board game with stickers and dessert prizes. We talk about visual tracking that works for actual human brains, her paper quarterly calendar, and...
2026-06-1620 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesWalking Away from Instagram as a Solopreneur (and Still Booking Clients) with ShannonEver feel like you're supposed to be everywhere online when you'd rather be literally anywhere else? Consider this your permission slip. I sit down with Shannon (https://www.sundaymusedesign.com/), a designer who stopped posting on Instagram and kept booking clients anyway.We talk about running a design business without Instagram being a second job. Shannon tracked her numbers before making the call, and now her 9-grid works as a sales page instead of a daily feed. She shares where her clients actually come from and what really happened to her business after she stopped chasing likes...
2026-06-0920 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesAirtable + Zite: The Client Portal Setup Emylee UsesThis one's for every service business owner who's tired of juggling too many tools and wants a setup that's simple and still a little bit pretty. I talk with Emylee Williams (https://www.soldoutservices.com/) about her actual tech stack, including why she has over a thousand Airtable tables and why she dropped Dubsado and Asana for fewer, simpler tools.We compare notes on automation, building a client experience that's just click-and-go instead of a login scavenger hunt, and how to keep your systems from getting more complicated than your business. If you want fewer headaches and...
2026-06-0222 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow Stephanie Darby Runs a Flexible Business on 16 Hours a WeekStephanie Darby (https://stephaniedarbyrd.com/), a registered dietitian and functional health practitioner, found out she was pregnant around the time she started her practice. For years she worked in the margins: with a nanny in the house, during nap time, early mornings, and late nights. Ten years in, she runs a flexible business on about 16 hours a week, and she's okay with it growing slower than business school said it should.We talk about her husband's "rest when you're 65" view of entrepreneurship and why she won't work on her laptop in the playroom. She shares the boundary...
2026-05-2622 min
The Real Experts in BusinessPop-Up Offers Strategy: How to Increase Revenue Without Rebuilding Your Business with Jess FreemanIf you’re overthinking your next offer or stuck trying to create something “perfect,” this episode is going to simplify your entire business strategy. In this episode of The Real Experts in Business podcast, I sit down with Jess Freeman to break down how pop-up offers can drive immediate revenue growth without overhauling your service-based business. This is for service-based entrepreneurs who are sitting in a revenue plateau, unsure what to sell next, or feeling pressure to constantly reinvent their offers. After 9 years of experience, I can tell you this is one of the most underutilized strategies for consistent busine...
2026-05-1941 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesMaking Business Friends as a Solopreneur with AngelinaEver feel like finding real business friends online is like adult trick-or-treating? Sometimes you get a full-size Snickers, and sometimes you get a toothbrush.In this episode, Angelina (https://wildwavepodcasting.com/) and I and I talk about what it takes to build real connections when you're a busy human working from the corner of your kitchen table, not someone collecting business cards like Pokémon. We talk about not pitching (or getting pitched) on every coffee chat, why you sometimes have to be the one who reaches out first, and how a simple relationship hub keeps you f...
2026-05-1928 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesThe "Did It" List: An Anti-Hustle Way to End Your Day with Tammie BennettDo you end your workday replaying everything you didn't get done? Tammie Bennett (https://itstammiebennett.com/) has a different habit: a "did it" list. It might be the most anti-hustle thing you try this week.>> Thanks to our sponsor, Roop Creative Agency!Tammie and I talk about her low-pressure practice of writing down what you actually did instead of what you didn't. It's a way to see your effort without turning it into another stick to beat yourself with. We get into how it builds confidence, how it trains your brain to notice the good...
2026-05-1218 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business Strategies800 Subscribers and No Social Strategy: How Karen Gets ClientsWhat if your marketing didn't depend on the algorithm? Karen Webber (https://www.goodnessmarketing.co.uk) gets most of her clients from places that have nothing to do with constant posting or chasing trends, even though she secretly loves a silly Reel and checks LinkedIn more than she admits.Karen and I talk about building a marketing system where each piece supports the others, so you're not stuck on a content treadmill. She explains why her website still does a lot of the work, how she grew her email newsletter to 800 subscribers, and why being a decent...
2026-05-0520 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesSelling Event Tickets as a Solopreneur (After My 2017 Flop)In 2017, I tried to host my first event, and it flopped. In this episode, I'm sharing the embarrassing details, including the internet post that spiraled, and what changed when I tried again years later with a small, close-knit community of ordinary business owners behind me.We talk about selling event tickets without a huge following, letting your solopreneur business grow slowly, and showing up as yourself, even if that means running things in sweatpants. If you've ever shelved an idea because it didn't work the first time, this one's for you.→ Learn more about The Or...
2026-04-2811 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow to Regulate Your Nervous System Between Client Calls with Kim PerezWhat if being a business owner didn't mean hustling from sunrise until you collapse? I sit down with Kim Perez (https://www.rootandbranchnutrition.com/) to talk about what work life balance actually looks like for an entrepreneur who's also a parent: endless to-do lists, snack runs, and back-to-back calls included.>> Get your free month with our sponsor, Cosmic Content Club! If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at “morning routine” influencers or wondered how to squeeze a moment of peace into a back-to-back day, you’re in the right place—with your people.If you've...
2026-04-2120 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesBusiness Growth Overseas: How Rachael Runs a Flexible Business While TravelingWhat does it look like to run your business while eating your way through Taipei? I sit down with Rachael Mueller (https://heyrachael.com/) to talk about traveling the world, actually enjoying your mornings, and still getting your work done. If you're tired of "dream big" sermons and want an honest conversation about finding your own pace, this one's for you.>> Shout-out to our sponsor, Jennie Kerns!We talk about setting business boundaries with clients when you're in a different time zone, why everything goes on her calendar (fun time included), and why you shouldn't...
2026-04-1422 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesTaking a Month Off Client Work Every Year with Annie FranceschiBuilding a business is hard enough without measuring yourself against some imaginary "boss babe" checklist or running yourself ragged every December. I'm chatting with Annie Franceschi (https://www.greateststorycreative.com/), who proves you can have a business you love, a little Disney magic on the side, and a nap without the guilt.>> Thanks to our sponsor, Of Course Financial!Annie walks through her annual Batch December experiment, where she takes an entire month off client work, and the world keeps spinning. We talk about setting business boundaries, why fun is a requirement in her business...
2026-04-0724 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow Sam Runs a Flexible Copywriting Business as a SolopreneurEver tried running a business while bouncing between time zones, protecting your deep work, and still finding time to buy groceries? I'm chatting with Sam Burmeister (https://www.nomadcopyagency.com/), a nomadic copywriter whose office changes every few months.>> Thanks to our sponsor, Karly Whitaker!Sam has the calendar boundaries to prove you can serve your clients, guard your quiet time (earplugs included), and build community from wherever you are. We talk honestly about time zone headaches, what actually keeps clients happy when you're on the move, and how to make travel, or any unconventional...
2026-04-0724 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesRunning a Business With a Day Job: Jamie June on Boundaries and BurnoutLet's talk about building a business between team meetings, emails, and whatever kid chaos or coffee refills come up. You won't hear about quitting your job and buying a yacht with passive income here. This episode is about running a business while keeping a day job you're not leaving, and finding a "good enough" routine, even if that means sending emails from the bathroom or taking client calls after dinner.>> Thanks to our sponsor, Leah Bryant! Use code "Ordinary" at check-out.I asked Jamie every nosy question I could think of about juggling an 8-to-5...
2026-04-0723 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesVIP Days vs. 12-Week Projects: Why Eva Couto Chose the Slower OptionEver feel like everyone in business is sprinting while you're just trying to keep your coffee hot and your contracts in order? I sit down with Eva Couto (https://www.flyingcolourscreative.com) to talk honestly about timelines, client expectations, and why not every service needs to come wrapped in a "VIP Day" bow.>> Thanks to our sponsor, Of Course Financial!We talk about why everyone seems obsessed with one-week design sprints, how Eva built her own 12-week branding process, and why she's comfortable passing on rushed, over-promised packages. She also explains how a set process...
2026-03-3125 min
Values-First MarketingBook Out Clients Months Ahead with Jess FreemanShe's been booked out months in advance with a full client roster for 14 years in business. And she doesn't pay for ads or manage a large team.I recently sat down with Jess Freeman, a web designer and SEO strategist and here's what she revealed about her marketing strategy that most service providers are missing:Organic marketing isn't about finding the one "right" channel. Instead, it's about understanding which methods actually work for your business, and then doubling down on organic marketing strategies that compound over time.In this episode, we dive into:
2026-03-2435 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesBusiness Boundaries for Your ADHD Brain With Maggie PattersonRunning a service business with ADHD and anxiety isn't the glamorous rollercoaster social media sells. It's more like herding cats while answering client emails about calls you never wanted to take. I talk with Maggie Patterson (https://bsfreebusiness.com/) about setting business boundaries, saying no to endless Zoom calls, and building a business that works for the brain you actually have.If you've ever stared at a tool you hate, quietly abandoned yet another productivity hack, or wondered if it's okay to fire a client who can't give feedback in writing, Maggie's honest stories will be your...
2026-03-2420 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesRunning a Family Business with Jenn GreenWhat does "family business" look like when it isn't a legacy empire, just dinner at the kitchen table and your kid running your Instagram ads? I sat down with Jenn Green (https://thejenngreen.com/) to talk about getting real help from the people under your own roof, with floaty bloopers, animated marketing graphics, and a husband who is definitely not the dad from Elf.>> Thanks to our sponsor, The Co-Promotion Club!Jenn and I talk about what it looks like when your family pitches in on your business, including switching who's the default parent and doin...
2026-03-1724 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesDIY Business Growth After Outsourcing Everything With Marissa LawtonFeeling like your business is ghosting you? I'm sitting down with Marissa Lawton (https://www.marissalawton.com/) to talk about what it actually looks like to have a relationship with your solopreneur business. It's less "sexy CEO power moves" and more "where the heck are my passwords." If you've ever avoided opening your bank account or hoped your business subscriptions would just sort themselves out, you're in the right place.>> Thanks to our sponsor, Holly Tate!Marissa and I talk about reconnecting with your business without the guilt, the awkward parts of hiring and letting go o...
2026-03-1023 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesThe State of Online Business Results 2026 with Jess, Ginny, and JodiThe State of Online Business 2026 survey results are in, and we have thoughts!Read for yourself: https://theordinarybusiness.com/state-of-online-business-survey-2026/In this episode of The Ordinary Business Podcast, I’m sitting down with two of my best business friends—Jodi and Ginny—for a chat about what actually goes on behind the scenes of real small businesses. If you’re tired of those “million-dollar flexes” and want insight into making your everyday, ordinary business work for your real life, you’re in the right place.→ Learn more about The Ordinary Business: ht...
2026-03-0532 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesWhy Becca Post Swapped Her Morning Routine for Anchor PointsIf you've ever felt guilty for not waking up at 5AM to meditate, journal, and run a marathon before breakfast, this episode is for you. I sat down with Becca Post (https://forwardhealing.co/), intuitive therapist, coach, and fellow gluten-free baking enthusiast, to talk about letting go of the "perfect routine" and anchoring your day with small rituals that fit your real life.>> Shout-out to our sponsor, Leah! Head to leahbryantco.com/getfound and use coupon code "Ordinary" to get started.Links mentioned by Becca: POCKET RITUALS WORKBOOKSU...
2026-03-0324 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesIVF, Chronic Illness, and a Flexible Business with Sarah WeissHow do ordinary business owners actually get through seasons like IVF, chronic illness, and raising a baby while still running a lean business? There's no guru hack here, just a lot of honesty.In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Weiss to talk about the real stuff nobody puts on their highlight reel: messy boundaries, secret fears about losing clients, and creative ways to fit work around medical appointments and nap time.>> Thanks to our sponsor, Mindi Huebner!We talk honestly about how strange it feels to keep big life news from...
2026-03-0322 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesWhy Brittany Only Takes Client Calls Two Days a WeekWhat if you only took client calls two days a week? Brittany Burns (https://brittanyalexaburns.com), a health and wellness coach and longtime business owner, runs her business that way so she has room for her family, her sanity, and rock climbing. Yep, rock climbing.>> Thanks to our sponsor, The Co-Promotion Club!I get Brittany talking about why calls only happen on Mondays and Tuesdays, office hours that start at the "ungodly" hour of 6am, and why she puts takeout on the schedule instead of pretending she'll cook every night. (I can't relate more.) She...
2026-03-0321 min
Market This | Grow Local Business, Local Business Marketing, Local Advertising Strategies17: How to Get Your Small Business Found on Google With Jess FreemanAre you tired of feeling like you have to show up on Instagram every single day just to get clients?In this episode of Market This, I’m joined by SEO expert Jess Freeman from Jess Creatives, and we’re breaking down what actually matters when it comes to SEO for small business owners.If you’ve ever wondered:Do I really need a blog?What even is a meta description?Is ChatGPT enough for SEO?Does location actually matter?Are Google reviews worth it?This episode is for you.
2026-02-2556 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesDeleting Business Apps to Reduce Burnout with Elizabeth QuakkelaarThis one's for the business owners who are tired of notifications, Slack pings, and the urge to check email while relaxing on the couch. (Guilty.) You can run a good business without being "always on," especially if your mental health has had enough of hustle culture's expectations.>> Thanks to our sponsor, Holly Tate!I chat with Elizabeth Quakkelaar, an accounting pro who took business apps off her phone and set business boundaries that protect her sanity. You'll hear an honest conversation about the myths of flexibility, how she answers clients on a set rhythm without...
2026-02-2422 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesRunning a Flexible Business on Preschool HoursJuggling preschool drop-offs, pickups, and client calls isn't what business influencers post about on Instagram. In this episode, I'm sharing how I run my service business around preschool hours, family schedules, and the infamous car pickup line.>> This episode is sponsored by Leah Bryant. Do you have a podcast that isn't being found by the right audience? Leah helps podcasters with her Get Found Audit, a deep dive into your show's discoverability so you can start attracting the right listeners. Head to leahbryantco.com/getfound and use coupon code "Ordinary".If you've ever wondered how...
2026-02-1719 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesPodcast Strategies for Solopreneurs: How Andi Smiley Gets Clients Through Podcasts and PinterestDoes marketing your business feel like one more frantic item on your to-do list, right up there with feeding your kids and resisting the urge to rage-quit Instagram? Andi Smiley (LINK), a fellow podcaster and mom, got out of hustle culture and off Instagram by putting her energy into Pinterest.Grab her "Is Pinterest Right for Me?" checklist: https://friendlypodcastguide.com/is-pinterest-right-for-me-checklist/Andi and I talk about working a two-hour day because of preschool pickup, marketing a podcast without fancy funnels or complicated systems, and how she gets more clients from a platform most of u...
2026-02-1018 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesChronic Illness and Business Boundaries with Rheanna NutterDouble-dose of episodes today with a little focus on health. Enjoy!There’s juggling, and then there’s running a business while your body is throwing you a new curveball every hour. In this episode, I chatted with Rheanna Nutter (yep, the Chronic CEO herself: https://www.thechronicceo.co/) to talk about the real deal of building a thriving business when chronic illness is your not-so-optional sidekick. Forget celebrity entrepreneur hacks—this is about actual human life, where “self care” looks like setting up a nap-friendly workspace and learning when to just call it quits for the day.
2026-02-0323 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow Kelley Kempel Makes Workouts Non-Negotiable as a SolopreneurEver tried to squeeze in a workout between client emails, or wondered how business owners actually keep up a health routine? (It isn't all green juice and yoga mats.) I sat down with Kelley Kempel, owner of Hidden Path Creative (https://www.hiddenpathcreative.com/), to talk about skipping hustle culture and keeping workouts non-negotiable, even if you're not chasing marathon medals.>> Thanks to our sponsor for supporting us! Get $20 off lifetime access with the code “ordinary” delicate-wind-3351.kit.com/products/the-coworking-collective?promo=ordinaryKelley talks about training runs powered by rom-com audiobooks, making workout time non-o...
2026-02-0320 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow Maddy Aucoin Makes Business Friends Online (Even With Social Anxiety)Making friends as an adult is hard. Making real connections as a business owner can feel impossible. I sat down with website copywriter Maddy Aucoin (https://www.bymaddyaucoin.com/) to talk about building friendships online, even if you're more socially anxious than you let on.>> Thanks to today's sponsor, Melissa Mitt!We talk about surviving awkward Zoom coffee chats and those "am I on your spreadsheet?" DMs, plus small ways to make connecting less cringey, like complimenting a stranger's outfit or wearing a hot pink statement piece. If you want to grow your network, make...
2026-01-2726 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesAdding KPIs to Your Hobbies With Michelle OngDoes your version of work life balance mean working all the time and feeling guilty about the rest? I chat with Michelle Ong (https://hellolemonmedia.com/), Instagram strategist and proud advocate of the path of least resistance, about bringing movement and fun back into her days without adding another impossible item to an already bonkers to-do list. No marathons required. Sweatpants and laziness welcome.Michelle shares how going from spin class regular to solo business owner killed her favorite habits: too many days in the same chair and not enough fresh air. We talk about how she...
2026-01-2028 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow I Take 5 to 7 Weeks Off a Year as a SolopreneurEver wish you could take a real vacation without a seven-figure team or burning the midnight oil before and after? In this episode, I'm sharing how I take 5 to 7 weeks off every year as a one-person business, without ghosting my clients or giving up a paycheck.Taylor's workshop: https://tayloraller.myflodesk.com/buildyourbotjanIf you're tired of hearing that time off is only for empire builders, I'm right there with you. I walk through my not-fancy-but-very-effective process for planning time off, building in margin, and fitting client work around the life you actually want. This...
2026-01-1318 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesWhen Time Blocking Doesn't Work: Running a Flexible Business With Melissa BoufounosEver had your life plans derailed by something out of left field? That's what happened to Melissa Boufounos. We talk honestly about running a business with "hidden" challenges like post-concussion syndrome and chronic illness, the kind of things that force you to give up on time blocking, picture-perfect plans, and the 40-hour workweek.Melissa shares how she handles client work, deadlines, and toddler mom life while listening to her body and respecting her actual limits. You'll hear how she built a flexible business that works on both good days and migraine days, and how she uses Asana...
2026-01-0624 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow Parijat Uses Automations to Run a Business While CaregivingIn this episode, I chat with Parijat (https://ruvelle.com/), a business owner and parent who’s balancing high-stakes parenting with running a business that actually matters. We get into the automations that actually save her brain cells, protecting your time like it's the last donut in the box, and building visibility in a way that works for a real person, without chasing viral Instagram moments. It's full of honest laughs about dropped balls and why "fame" can stay far away. If you're tired of business advice written for superhumans with a private chef, and you want sm...
2026-01-0621 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesThe ADHD-Friendly Business Systems Hillary Ervin UsesI sit down with Hillary Ervin, a registered dietitian who found out she has ADHD after she'd already built her business. If you've ever wondered how to keep track of your keys, your thoughts, and your clients, or why cute bowls count as survival tools, this one's for you.Hillary walks through her theme days, why she let go of rigid schedules, and how she structures her week so work stays manageable and actually fun. We talk about what helps when timers, sticky notes, and boundaries all start to fall apart, and why asking for help is...
2026-01-0623 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesWhat's Next for The Ordinary BusinessLet’s talk what’s really coming: summits (yes, plural!), monthly Slack chats, and maybe a cozy in-person event that’s more coffee chat than conference. My whole focus for next year? Finding ways to help you connect, feel seen, and actually enjoy being a business owner at any stage.→ Learn more about The Ordinary Business: https://www.theordinarybusiness.com
2025-12-3007 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow Dr. Sapphire Uses Habit Anchors to Juggle Two CareersEver buy a stack of books that looks great on the shelf, then never read any of them? Same. I sat down with Dr. Sapphire, who's juggling two careers, a reading list that keeps growing, and the annual end-of-year panic. We talk about anchor habits: small tricks that help you actually stick with a routine without burning out or quietly giving up.You won't find "7 habits of billionaire founders" here. Dr. Sapphire shares how she works new habits into her workday, how routine helps when her brain is running on fumes, and why her "failed" experiments were...
2025-12-2313 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow I Get Clients Without Relying on Email MarketingThis episode, I'm spilling the real tea on what it actually looks like to run a profitable, sustainable business, without your “number one moneymaker” being a magical inbox.Here’s the thing: I’ve spent 14 years in business, tried all the freebies, webinars, and custom quizzes the internet has to offer, and my email list is still not paying my grocery bill. I'm break ing down exactly where my clients do come from (hint: it’s not email), how I’ve learned to let go of what “should” work, and why leaning into what works for you is the real powe...
2025-12-1614 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow Brittney Lynn Keeps Clients for 8 Years Without Social MediaDo you really have to "be everywhere" online to run a good business? Brittney Lynn (https://www.humanconnectionagency.com/) stopped posting constantly and still runs a profitable business, mostly by building long relationships with her clients.If you've ever felt pressure to chase every trend or fill your calendar with marketing to-dos, you're in the right place. Brittney talks honestly about getting through tough seasons, grief, and changing direction, and what she learned about what actually matters when you work for yourself.We talk about keeping your business going when life hits hard, how she...
2025-12-0925 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesBuilding a Business Around a Homeschool Schedule with Payton MoranI sit down with Payton Moran (https://payton-moran-495e.mykajabi.com/), a business coach and homeschool mom, to talk about what it takes to run a business and keep the tiny humans alive without turning into a productivity robot. Payton isn't interested in color-coded perfection or out-of-touch hustle advice, and honestly, neither am I.Payton shares how she makes a flexible business and family life work together. We talk about prioritizing what actually matters (spotless dishes didn't make the list), finding a rhythm with homeschooling and work, and how letting go of "the right way to do...
2025-12-0218 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesPost-its and 20-Hour Weeks: Kristin Wilson's Simple Small Business SystemsI sit down with flower preservation artist (and certified time-blocking wizard) Kristin Wilson to talk about running a business on just a few hours a day while still showing up for her people, keeping burnout away, and dropping the "shoulds" that clutter up her to-do list.Kristin skipped the "rise and grind" mindset and chose slow, steady growth that fits her life. We talk about how she schedules her week around her family's needs without apologizing for her priorities, why she sticks with basic tools and small business systems like Post-its and Google Calendar, and what she's...
2025-12-0224 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesWork Life Balance: Why Morgan Specht Hired Help at Home FirstFolding laundry is the least glamorous business task out there. Morgan Specht, military spouse, mom of two, and founder of Specht & Co (https://www.spechtand.co/), knows all about it. She's running a business while solo parenting and trying to find her blow dryer in a house full of moving boxes. If you've ever dreamed of outsourcing household chores, or wondered how anyone keeps a business going when life won't stick to a plan, you're in the right place.Morgan and I talk about growing a service-based business while moving between bases, solo parenting, and trying not...
2025-12-0221 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesBuilding a Flexible Business When Life Gets Heavy With Rebecca StanisicWhat does running a business look like when you're squeezing work in between school pickups, chemo appointments, and everything else real life throws at you? This episode is for anyone juggling caregiving, client deadlines, and maybe a nap (a win in my book).I'm joined by Rebecca Stanisic (https://bitofmomsense.com/), a writer and content strategist who built a flexible business that bends around heavy caregiving seasons, endless appointments, and a lot of unpredictability. No 5am routine required. We talk about letting go of perfectionism, setting expectations with clients who are also human, finding the hours when...
2025-11-2520 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow Brittany’s CEO Pact Keeps Her Business (and Brain!) LeanEver feel like your brain has more browser tabs open than your laptop? Same. I sit down with Brittany Braswell (https://www.brittanybraswellrd.com/) to talk about cutting distractions and building a business that fits around kids, carpool, and inbox chaos. We cover everything from closing your browser tabs (it's a real thing) to passing on new courses and unsubscribing from the business emails that never stop.If you've wondered what it looks like to keep your business lean without losing your sanity, Brittany shares the CEO pact she made with other health-centered business owners. It's part...
2025-11-1820 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesThe Most Boring Thing That'll Get You AnswersFeel like you’re playing whack-a-mole with your business—tweaking your offers, rewriting your content, posting more without seeing results? You’re not alone in the ordinary-but-thriving club. In this episode, I get real about why market research isn’t glamorous, but absolutely game-changing (seriously, Google Forms are my love language). If you’ve ever wondered why your audience isn’t biting or why engagement flatlined, this chat is for you—and yes, I spill all the honest details from my own market research deep-dives.I walk through exactly how I ran fifty-five (yes, fifty-five) market researc...
2025-11-1114 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesThe “Do I Really Need This?” Audit with Raven Wilson [Mini Series]The first week of every month, I drop three related episodes for a little “mini series” deep dive on one topic. This month we’re talking about the real, unglamorous side of work — the audits, the tools, the time blocks that keep our businesses running. Grab your coffee and binge away. ☕️I sat down with Raven Wilson (a fellow real-life business owner, just like you) to get honest about what actually works for ordinary folks trying to run a sustainable business—without the billion-dollar overwhelm or seven-figure fluff. From juggling work, life, and the occasional out-of-office...
2025-11-0421 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesFour-Hour Workdays as a Mom and Solopreneur with Amy HannekeRunning a business while toddlers wreck the living room, or while life just refuses to calm down, looks nothing like what the business gurus promise. I brought on Amy Hanneke (https://hellococreative.com/), website copywriter, brand messaging specialist, and fellow expert at doing business between coffee breaks and childcare drop-offs, to talk about work sprints and staying productive without burning out.Amy and I talk about carving out focused work time when your schedule looks more like a patchwork quilt than a color-coded calendar. We share how to plan sprints when the only thing you can predict...
2025-11-0424 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesMy $400/Month Small Business Tech StackIn this episode, I'm walking through every tool I use to run my web design business. No expensive subscriptions and no "million-dollar must-haves," just the small business systems that keep me organized and sane for about $400 a month.If you're tired of tool recommendations from celebrity entrepreneurs and want to know what a regular business owner uses to get through the week and keep the lights on, this one's for you. I share how I keep my tech lean: why I switched from monthly fees to lifetime deals where I could, how I use a few trusted...
2025-11-0415 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesRachel Richards on Burnout and Slowing DownFeeling burnt out from running your business at a pace that would make a coffee-fueled squirrel look lazy? I get it. The pressure to "just work harder" can leave even the most motivated entrepreneur hiding under the covers, to-do list in hand.I'm chatting with Rachel Richards (https://www.rachelrichardsfineart.com/), a photographer and filmmaker who learned the hard way that nonstop hustle isn't all it's cracked up to be. We talk honestly about what happens when hustle culture's "keep grinding" advice fails you, and how tuning into your body's signals, even the ones you dismissed as...
2025-10-2823 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesRunning a Flexible Business From an RV With Melissa MittelstaedtWhat's it actually like to run a business while living full time in an RV? Not the #vanlife version where someone makes seven figures from a hammock, the real one. Melissa Mitt (Melissa Mittelstaedt; https://www.melissamitt.com/) joins me to talk about RV living, running a lean business, and building a flexible business around where she actually is that week.Melissa explains why she stopped scheduling calls the "right way," why her clients don't mind rescheduling, and how she balances work with actually enjoying each new place without burning out. She shares her favorite tools, what...
2025-10-2124 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesBusiness Summit Prep, a Podcast Launch, and Clients as a SolopreneurHow are you supposed to run your business, plan a virtual summit, launch a podcast, and keep your family and sanity intact without a team or a "just outsource it all" attitude? In this episode, I'm sharing what happened when I went for it anyway, with plenty of excitement and no perfect timing.I'm walking through how I planned The Ordinary Business Summit, kept up with a full client load, and launched this podcast while protecting most of my business boundaries. Yes, I skipped the gym a few times and worked the occasional Friday, but there were...
2025-10-1419 min
The Leveraged Practice PodcastEp. 298 The Ordinary Business with Jess FreemanA candid, behind-the-scenes chat about building a business that actually fits your life. We dig into what's really changed in the market (especially in the last 6 to12 months), and Jess's Ordinary Business movement, a refreshing change to the sensational online "seven-figure in seven minutes" online business model. What You'll Learn The Case for the "Ordinary" Business Why sustainable, profitable, low-overhead businesses deserve more spotlight than vanity metrics. The hidden math behind big revenue screenshots (and how ad & team spend change the story). Market...
2025-10-141h 06The Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesRunning Two Businesses Without Childcare: How Annie Makes It WorkWhat does it look like to build a business around your actual life, without "rise and grind" chants or a calendar packed edge to edge? I sit down with Annie Hillman (https://1428financial.com/) to talk about the unglamorous side of running a business with a young kid at home.Annie talks about doing bookkeeping between toddler tantrums, choosing slow mornings over rushed school drop-offs, and how she uses time blocking, home rhythms, and clear boundaries to keep a flexible business running. (One load of laundry a day counts as a win.) She also shares what happens...
2025-10-1021 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesEmail Marketing Automation Without the Hard Sell With Nadine NetheryEver feel like email marketing is a never-ending game of "sell, sell, sell," and you'd rather eat a raw beetroot than blast your list with another hype-y pitch? Same.I sat down with Nadine Nethery (https://candocontent.com/), a self-confessed automation nerd and mom of three, to talk about practical ways to nudge your subscribers gently, without feeling like a pushy sales bot or losing your mind. If you're juggling inbox chaos, business growth, and actual life, you're in the right spot.Nadine shares how she uses data and trigger links to create personal, relevant...
2025-10-0924 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesLiving a Life-First Schedule (While Six Hours Ahead) with Ginny KraussEver wondered what it’s really like to run your business on another continent—and still make it home in time for school pickup? In this episode, I chat with Ginny Krauss (https://supportedceo.com/) about juggling life, business, and Bavarian mountain views, all while resisting hustle culture and carving out true downtime (spoiler: “out of office” actually means something in Germany). If you’ve ever felt torn between making clients happy and claiming your own sanity, you’re definitely in the right place.Ginny gets honest about finding balance as an American entrepreneur living in Munich, n...
2025-10-0824 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesBusiness Boundaries That Make Space for Midday Walks With Brionna NedDon't love waking up at 5am to work out? Meet Brionna Ned (https://www.thelawlesslawyer.com/), who skipped the "hustle harder" mantras and made her own rules around time, business boundaries, and movement that actually feels good. If you've ever wondered how business owners fit client work, self-care, and a midday walk into the same day, this conversation is for you.Brionna walks through how she runs her law firm, The Lawless Lawyer, while keeping movement a non-negotiable. You'll hear about her concrete boundaries (no calls before lunch? I'm so in), why her walks help her mind...
2025-10-0723 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow Meal Prep Saves My Workday as a SolopreneurIn this episode, I'm sharing the not-so-secret thing that keeps my workday running smoothly as a business owner: meal prepping. Before you picture sad chicken and broccoli, hear me out. A simple, cozy meal prep routine feeds my family, and it also means fewer decisions, smoother workdays, and more time at the splash pad.I walk through the exact system my family has used for a decade (it's almost embarrassingly ordinary) and how it's saved my brainpower and work hours, and even helped me manage my health as a type 1 diabetic. If you've ever wondered how other...
2025-10-0617 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesJuggling Business and Type 1 Diabetes (Without Losing Our Skittles)How does anyone run a business, keep up with family, and handle something as unpredictable as type 1 diabetes? I sit down with Jillian Dolberry (https://jilliandolberry.com/), a business consultant and fellow type 1 diabetic, to talk about what it's like to run a business while managing a chronic health condition. It involves Skittles, secret pockets full of fruit snacks, and conference snacks you never see coming.We talk about daily decision fatigue, planning your workday around blood sugar swings, and why getting dressed for a luncheon can feel like prepping for the apocalypse (will this 98 behave or...
2025-10-0329 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesHow Alyssa Takes Work-Free Vacations as a DesignerTaking a vacation shouldn't mean coming home to chaos, or getting an angry client email at 2am. I sit down with Alyssa Downey, a brand and web designer who's as committed to unplugged jungle-lodge stays as she is to her design business.We swap stories and talk honestly about setting boundaries, prepping clients, and actually clocking out without worrying about what you're missing or what you'll come home to. If you love travel almost as much as a well-organized inbox, this one's for you. Alyssa explains how she prepares her clients without any last-minute panic, why she's...
2025-10-0225 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesWhy Reading Fiction Might Be the Most Productive Thing You Do With Jaci SchreckengostEver feel like you "should" be multitasking every minute: reading the latest business book, figuring out the perfect productivity system, and meditating before sunrise? Same.I sat down with Jaci Schreckengost (https://www.jacischreckengost.com/) for an honest coffee-date conversation about why reading fiction just for fun matters. If you've ever felt guilty for picking up a novel instead of another hustle culture "10X your business" guide, this one's for you.Jaci and I talk about how hobbies like reading fuel creativity, why community outside of business makes work feel less lonely, and what happens...
2025-10-0120 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesThe Business Side of Moving Overseas with Erin TaylorThinking about picking up your life—and your laptop—and heading to Europe? In this episode, I sit down with Erin (https://www.lunimae.com/), a fellow business owner who’s not just moving house, she’s moving countries. → Sign up for the summit: https://www.theordinarybusiness.com→ Enjoy this episode? Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/ordinarybusiness → Peek inside the Nosy Nelly Files: https://theordinarybusiness.com/nosyWe chat about navigating the rollercoaster of preparing for an international move (hello, packing up your whole life and figuring out how to get your dog there...
2025-09-3020 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesForget Notion and Asana: My Simple Small Business SystemIn this episode, I'm sharing how I keep my business organized without a pile of fancy apps. If you've ever wondered how to stay on track between client calls, invoicing, and remembering to eat lunch, pull up a chair.I walk through my unglamorous but very effective way of running a service-based business without Notion, Asana, or a hundred productivity tools. I share how I built a repeatable, sustainable small business system using simple tools I already had. If you feel overwhelmed by all the "must-have" software out there, you're in the right place.→ Learn mo...
2025-09-2913 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesRunning a Business Without Social Media With Taylor AllerCan you actually run a good business without posting daily Reels, jumping on trending audio, or constantly checking your Instagram DMs? Taylor Aller (https://www.tayloraller.com/), a self-described multi-passionate business owner who isn't on social media, proves you can build a sustainable, booked-out business without social media and keep your weekends too. If you're juggling family, clients, and the occasional nap, this one's for you.We talk honestly about what it's like to step away from social media and how Taylor finds and nurtures clients through good old-fashioned email, referrals, and an intentional online presence. She...
2025-09-2928 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesWhy Zhara-Marie Chose Threads Over Instagram to Get More ClientsEver feel like the only business owner who doesn't want to film a million Reels just to get found online? Same here.I sat down with Zhara-Marie (https://zharamarie.org/), who turned Threads into her favorite way to get more clients and make business friends without giving up her sanity or her free time.We talk about running a lean, sustainable business without overcomplicating it and what actually works for marketing on Threads. (Hot takes beat Canva carousels.) We also get honest about setting boundaries so your business doesn't take over your life, and how...
2025-09-2919 minThe Ordinary Business®️ Podcast | Solopreneur Business Growth and Lifestyle Business StrategiesWelcome to The Ordinary Business®️ PodcastAre you a solopreneur who wants business growth without sacrificing the lifestyle business you actually wanted? Have you ever wondered if growing your business really has to mean building a team, working more hours or chasing someone else's version of success? What if staying small was the strategy, not the stepping stone?If that sounds like you, you're in the right place. The Ordinary Business Podcast is for experienced business owners who want to build profitable businesses that support their lives — not businesses their lives have to revolve around.I'm Jess Freeman, a 15-year business ow...
2025-09-2401 min
Adversity to Strength with Lee FreemanJess Impiazzi: Navigating Celebrity, Trauma and Dealing With Mental HealthIn this powerful conversation, Jess Impiazzi shares her journey from adversity to strength, discussing her experiences with trauma, mental health, and the importance of self-reflection. She emphasises the significance of accountability and finding purpose beyond fame, offering valuable insights for anyone struggling with life's challenges.www.adversitytostrength.comhttps://open.spotify.com/track/6tNQ70jh4OwmPGpYy6R2o9?si=a4f874b99c8d4fechttps://www.instagram.com/jess_impiazzi/
2025-07-0950 min
Mindset to Market: Holistic Business Tools for Solopreneurs with Deborah C. Smith#72 - Make Your Website Work for You: Niching Down & Simplified Strategy with Jess FreemanIf your website is more “placeholder” than powerhouse, this episode is your wake-up call. Today on Mindset to Market, I’m joined by Jess Freeman — web designer, SEO strategist, and founder of Jess Creatives — to talk about how service providers and wellness pros can stop overthinking and finally build a site that converts.We’re breaking down the biggest mistakes solopreneurs make on their websites, what you really need to focus on with SEO (hint: it’s simpler than you think), and how to create a streamlined online presence that attracts the right clients without working around the clock....
2025-05-3054 minAdversity to Strength with Lee FreemanJess Frost : When Rock Bottom Becomes your Wake up CallIn this episode, Jess Frost shares her powerful journey from growing up with an alcoholic parent to becoming one of the UK’s top Empowerment Coaches. She opens up about her struggles with perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the life-changing moment she broke down on the Brooklyn Bridge — a turning point that led her to heal, grow, and help others do the same.https://www.adversitytostrength.com/https://www.instagram.com/adversity_to__strength/www.the3espace.comhttps://www.the3espace.com/upcoming-eventshttps://uk.linkedin.com/in/jessfrost
2025-05-2223 min
Adversity to Strength with Lee FreemanJess Frost, When Rock Bottom Becomes Your Wake-Up CallIn this episode, Jess Frost shares her powerful journey from growing up with an alcoholic parent to becoming one of the UK’s top Empowerment Coaches. She opens up about her struggles with perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the life-changing moment she broke down on the Brooklyn Bridge — a turning point that led her to heal, grow, and help others do the same.https://www.adversitytostrength.com/https://www.instagram.com/adversity_to__strength/www.the3espace.comhttps://www.the3espace.com/upcoming-eventshttps://uk.linkedin.com/in/jessfrost
2025-05-1440 min
Market This | Grow Local Business, Local Business Marketing, Local Advertising Strategies#66: The SEO secrets you might be missing out on with Jess FreemanWelcome back to another episode of Content Magic. On this episode, I'm thrilled to introduce you to Jess Freeman, an SEO specialist and web designer. We had a SUPER awesome conversation about how to leverage SEO in your business so you don't have to put so much pressure on social media.Here's what you'll learn: Understand Your Keywords: Before creating content, it's critical to do keyword research. Tools like Ahrefs Keyword Generator can help identify terms that are low in competition but high in search volume, making your content more di...
2025-04-0139 min
This Mother Means Business | Business Growth Strategy, Sustainable Business Growth & Leadership for Female Business OwnersWhat You Really Need On Your Website for More Sales with Jess FreemanIf you've ever wondered whether you really need a website for your business, this episode is for you! I’m joined by Jess Freeman, website strategist and founder of Jess Creatives, to talk all things websites, branding, and SEO. We’re diving into why websites are non-negotiable in today’s digital landscape, how your site can save you time and make you more money, and the biggest mistakes business owners make when it comes to their online presence.Jess also shares her expert insights on SEO—what it is, why it matters, and how a single blog post can...
2025-02-1337 min
The Business Reboot | Strategy & Stories for Women Building Their Dream Business118. Make Web Design and SEO Serve You with Jess FreemanCorry and Melissa sit down with web design expert Jess Freeman to discuss the million-dollar question: how to make a website that actually works for your business. Jess breaks down the keys of effective web design and gives a crash course on SEO, possibly the most important element of a successful site. If you are looking to level up your online presence, this episode is for you!Find Jess online:Website: jesscreatives.comPodcast: BrandWhysYouTube: Jess CreativesInstagram: jesscreativesSchedule a discovery call with us!
2024-11-2749 min
Storytellers Grove11. Website Mistakes to Avoid and SEO Strategies to Implement with Jess FreemanIf you're ready to improve your website’s effectiveness and gain practical SEO and design insights, this episode is for you.I'm joined by Jess Freeman, the award-winning founder of Jess Creatives. With over a decade of experience transforming underperforming websites into valuable business assets, Jess shares her straightforward approach to web design and digital marketing. She provides tips that empower small business owners to strengthen their online presence without relying on social media. In this episode, we're chatting: The latest changes in Google's algorithm and how it prioritizes unique, original contentHow to integrate st...
2024-11-1348 min
Small Business Big Deal PodcastEp 40: Stand Out & Stay Consistent – SEO and Growth Strategies with Jess FreemanJess Freeman, the owner of Jess Creatives, specializes in high impact websites and SEO for business owners. She helps them improve their branding, websites, and SEO to generate more leads and traffic. Jess explains that she was drawn to SEO because she saw many business owners struggling with social media and not getting results from their websites. She combines her creative and analytical skills to help clients improve their online presence. Jess also shares her journey as a business owner, including the importance of setting boundaries and finding a balance between client work and working on her business. In...
2024-10-3050 min
Mess to MissionUnveiling SEO Secrets with Jess FreemanIn this episode of Mess to Mission, we dive into effective SEO strategies with Jess Freeman of Jess Creatives. Jess discusses the importance of keywords, how to optimize your website, and practical tips for small businesses to increase visibility and engagement. Whether you're starting from scratch or refining your current online presence, Jess's tips can help guide your path to consistent traffic and client conversion.You can find Jess on Instagram: @jesscreatives
2024-07-0147 min
Sustainable CEO Mom: Productivity, Automation, AI and Marketing Strategies for Female Entrepreneurs + Service Providers (Formerly Moms Make Money Podcast)18. Harnessing the Power of Websites and Automation for Business Growth with Jess FreemanSend us Fan MailIn today's episode, I sit down with Jess Freeman of Jess Creatives to talk about all things websites, SEO, and automation to help you streamline your business as a mom entrepreneur. Connect with Jess: WebsiteInstagramYouTubeThe MOMentum Hub is a free community for mom entrepreneurs who want clarity, consistency, and momentum without burnout.Inside, you’ll find weekly momentum resets, short audios you can actually finish, simple prompts, and supportive conversations that fit re...
2023-11-2252 min
The Game ChangersKelly Lindsey, Giselle Mather, Jess Freeman & Sarah Kelleher explore the world of women sports coachesThis episode is a slightly different format, as I talk to a panel of game changers about a specific topic – and in this case it’s women in sports coaching. Just 10% of accredited coaches at the Summer and Winter Olympics over the past decade have been female and we rarely see women in high profile coaching roles in our biggest sports. This conversation explores why this is and what needs to change? My guests for this episode were:Kelly Lindsey, Sporting Director at Lewes FC & former Head Coach of the Afghanistan women’s nationa...
2023-06-2056 min
ThriveWell With Jess WoodbeckNeeley Freeman Joins Thrive Realty Co. (EP3)We are THRILLED to welcome Neeley Freeman to Thrive as a Realtor Partner, AND as our Dual Career Coach!
Neeley has been in the industry for 9 years, and is ready to join and serve a community of like-minded agents who started their Real Estate journey the same way as she did, Dual career! We are thrilled to welcome her expertise and provide an additional source of support for all of our agents!
2023-01-0522 min
The Small & Supercharged PodcastIt's Podmas #5! With Tracy Ormrod, Odette Insoll and Jess GalePodmas is back for 2022, and I am so excited to be sharing some of the brilliant people from inside the Small & Supercharged Mastermind group with you. On this episode, I catch up with Tracy Ormrod aka Dressage TestPro, Odette Insoll aka Nouvelle Habit, and Jess Gale aka Froxfield Dressage and Decomplicating Dressage. We chat horses under trees, knitted gifts, bread sauce, and there's another challenging quiz to enjoy too! It's a good one- lots of laughs, leather and festive cheer. Music credit: "Jingle bells" by scottholmesmusic.com
2022-11-3030 min
Faenix Vision PodcastLazo Freeman - The Heart Of TransformationI loved recording this episode with one of my mentors, guides & friends, Lazo Freeman who is a shamanic healer working with people to support them in their healing process.We covered;Lazo's journey into helping others healThe power of the heart & heartgasms!Spirituality for the logical mindMasculine & feminine energiesTransformation of the selfThis is an episode i've wanted to record since starting the podcast - I hope you injoy! :)
2022-03-041h 06
Don't Ignore the NudgeThat's Unacceptable With Jess and MelissaToday I interview the hosts of the Faith, Rest, Life Podcast. Jess and Melissa come from two different backgrounds - but what happens when God throws them together with one joint nudge?!? Find out in today’s episode. Notes:Joshua 1:9Website: www.dontignorethenudge.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/dontignorethenudgeIG: @dontignorethenudgepodcastPrivate FB group to WATCH interviews: www.dontignorethenudge.com/facebook__________________________________________________________________________________________Business/Personal Coaching with Cori:www.corifreeman.com(951) 923-2674
2022-02-271h 05
Holistically Heal-Thy Self with Jess Pfeffer, Founder of Jess Pfeffer Holistic Event PlanningHolistically Heal-Thy Self with with Jocelyn & Aaron Freeman of the Meet the Freemans ( Romantic Bucket) BONUSIn today's BONUS episode, I connected with Jocelyn & Aaron Freeman of Meet the Freemans. They are authors of The New Power Couple, and The Argument Hangover® + founders of Empowered Couples University. We talked about the importance of communication and conflict resolution in romantic partnerships. They shared about their morning routine of meditation, journaling, and connecting before they start their workday at 11 AM.
Congrats to them for becoming first-time parents!
The Freemans are based out of AZ, but offer their classes, workshops and retreats virtually and all over the country. They have shared the stage with Ton...
2022-01-1923 min
Health is WealthHow to Automate Your Online Business and Tips on Starting a Podcast with Award Winning Web Designer and Strategist, Jess FreemanYou’re listening to the Health is Wealth Podcast episode #13. In today’s episode, we hear from award-winning web designer and strategist, Jess Freeman. Jess runs her own online business called Jess Creatives where she works with health and wellness professionals, authors, and service-based entrepreneurs to save time and look good online.
We’re chatting about how to design the best website for your business, how to automate different parts of your online business and tips on starting a podcast. Grab your notebook and pen because this episode is full of valuable tips that you can start applyi...
2020-04-061h 00
The Jess Connolly PodcastEpisode 33: Emily P. FreemanJoin Jess as she interviews Emily P. Freeman, one of our favorite podcasters and author of the brand new book, The Next Right Thing. Emily shares beautiful insight on decision making + fatigue, connecting with God, and how to discern your next right thing.
2019-04-1823 min
Crafting a RevolutionEpisode 27 - Jess Crow with Crow Creek DesignsJess is a Mom of 3 and artist extraordinaire. She started her maker journey as a child of humble beginnings who learned very early that if you want something, we have to make it. She has carried that spirit with her and taught her children the same value of handmade items. Originally she gained momentum in the beading world, and then eventually transitioned into furniture as her art.
2019-04-121h 12
Systems Saved Me®060: Jess Freeman; Maximize Your Pinterest Game With TailwindThis episode is brought to you by The Kolada Group. Today, I’m talking about maximizing your Pinterest for business. My guest is Jess Freeman, who runs Jess Creatives as a graphic and web designer working with service-based entrepreneurs. Topics: (:31) Intro – Systems Saved Me Summit (2:16) Meeting Jess (2:58) Business before Pinterest (5:45) Having a Pinterest strategy (11:15) What to do? (15:44) Repurposed posts (19:28) Benefit of pinning others’ content (21:47) Benefit of having own group board (24:10) Big potential (27:54) Best financial investment (32:55) Finding Jess Quotes of the Week: “You want to have boards for all of the things t...
2017-08-1633 min
Systems Saved Me®060: Jess Freeman; Maximize Your Pinterest Game With TailwindThis episode is brought to you by The Kolada Group. Today, I’m talking about maximizing your Pinterest for business. My guest is Jess Freeman, who runs Jess Creatives as a graphic and web designer working with service-based entrepreneurs. Topics: (:31) Intro – Systems Saved Me Summit (2:16) Meeting Jess (2:58) Business before Pinterest (5:45) Having a Pinterest strategy (11:15) What to do? (15:44) Repurposed posts (19:28) Benefit of pinning others’ content (21:47) Benefit of having own group board (24:10) Big potential (27:54) Best financial investment (32:55) Finding Jess Quotes of the Week: “You want to have boards for all of the things that you...
2017-08-1600 min
Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder?EP. 26: Jess Freeman – Jess CreativesOn this episode of the Business with Purpose podcast, I am sitting down with Jess Freeman, founder of Jess Creatives. Jess is one of those people that I instantly connected with. We shared what it looks like to leave a legacy (a lesson we both learned from our mothers), what it looks like to serve ... Read More about EP. 26: Jess Freeman – Jess Creatives
2017-03-0842 min