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Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses There's Nothing Special About January 1st (And That's A Gift) - EP 95Debunking the January 1st Myth: Gentle Planning for a New Year In this episode of Doing Business Gently, we're tackling the pressure of having everything planned out by January 1st. The push and the rush to end the year strong AND start the new year running, undermines the joy of the holiday season. I want to invite you to consider a different way, a gentler approach to business planning. We are going to look at how to start the year out from a place of rest and intention. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome...

2025-12-1915 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses Why You Might Need a Gentle Business Rebellion - EP 94In this episode, we're talking about the heart behind The Gentle Business Rebellion. We'll dive into why it exists, who it’s for, and how it helps midlife women entrepreneurs rediscover clarity, alignment, and a life-first way of doing business. If you’ve been feeling stuck, stretched thin, or unsure of what’s next… this is your invitation to begin your own gentle rebellion. What You’ll Learn Why gentleness is actually a strength, not weakness What it means to start an internal business pivot How rest becomes the starting point for clarity and direct...

2025-12-0419 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses Ready to Start Your Own Gentle Business Rebellion? - EP 93Ever feel like your business, and life, are tangled up in endless “shoulds” you can’t possibly keep up with? What if the real success comes from breaking those rules, setting boundaries, and choosing what truly fits your season of life? This episode, I'm getting real about stepping back after a tough stretch of extreme caregiving, letting go of business guilt, and emerging with a new idea I'm excited about: the "Gentle Business Rebellion". I'm talking about how prioritizing family, health, and rest can lead you to a more impactful (and sustainable) business, and why that rebellious act mi...

2025-11-1313 min

Tales from the Mennonite Heritage Archives The Art of Marta Goertzen-ArminSend us a text Host Dan Dyck presents the life of artist Marta Armin (born Goertzen, 1923-2009). Marta was born into a large family in the village of Chortitz, Manitoba. Her creativity was noted throughout her life, but following a series of major shifts starting at 60, her artistic life bloomed. Part of this growth included a series of works reminiscing on her childhood in southern Manitoba - 60 of which are at the Mennonite Heritage Archives in the Marta Goertzen-Armin Collection. Humorous and often touching, these drawings present a unique and often surprising image of life in a s...

2025-07-2114 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 92 || Why You Feel Stuck in Your Business (& why it's not your fault!)Why You Feel Stuck in Your Business (& Why It's Not Your Fault) Are you waking up feeling like your business is wearing you instead of the other way around? In this episode, I share why many women entrepreneurs outgrow their businesses without realizing it. I explain the difference between temporary stuckness and when you need a full reset. Plus, I introduce my Rediscover, Redefine, Realign™ framework that can help you move forward again. What you'll learn: The two types of "stuckness" and how to tell them apart Why feeling stuck is often a sign of growth, no...

2025-03-1920 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 91 || Redefining Genuine Self-Care In A Gentle BusinessSelf-Care is Not a To-Do List: A Gentle Approach for Women Entrepreneurs Have you been doing self-care all wrong? Buckle up for a game-changing conversation about what truly caring for yourself looks like. In this episode, I'm getting real about self-care—and why our Pinterest-perfect ideas might be totally missing the point. If you're a woman entrepreneur who's tired of feeling burnt out, this episode is your roadmap to a gentler way of taking care of yourself. What You'll Learn: Why self-care isn't another item on your to-do list Simple ways to listen to what your bo...

2025-03-1219 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 90 || 4 Key Components of Building a Personal Brand for a Gentle Business4 Key Components of Building Personal Brand for a Gentle Business Do you find personal branding overwhelming? In this episode, I share my approach to personal branding for gentle businesses. I explain why personal branding doesn't have to feel heavy or complicated. Instead, it can be an authentic way to connect with your audience. You'll learn my four-part framework for creating a personal brand that aligns with who you are and the gentle business you want to build. I also reveal the biggest mistake most entrepreneurs and graphic designers make when it comes to branding (hint: it's about...

2025-03-0518 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 89 || 5 Steps to Get to the Root of Your Business OverwhelmEver feel like your business is too noisy? Learn how to "hush" it just like you would a cluttered room. In this episode, we explore the concept of "business hushing" - a simple but powerful way to deal with recurring overwhelm in your business. Just like decluttering a room can bring peace to your home, quieting different aspects of your business can help you regain clarity and calm. I'll walk you through practical steps you can take today to start reducing the noise in your business life. What You'll Learn: How to identify and...

2025-02-2621 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 88 || 4 Simple Ways to Deal With Overwhelm as an EntrepreneurFeeling stuck and overwhelmed in your business? You're not alone. In this episode, we tackle the common problem of feeling overwhelmed as a business owner. Many entrepreneurs struggle with too many tasks, endless to-do lists, and the pressure to keep all the plates spinning. I’m sharing four simple, practical ways to handle overwhelm when it hits - AND... these techniques take just minutes to use. **What You'll Learn:** - How to spot the early warning signs of overwhelm before it takes over - A simple breathing technique that can calm yo...

2025-02-1917 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 87 || 4 Myths About Designing a Gentle BusinessWhen you hear the words “gentle business” what immediately comes to mind? Let's bust some common myths about what it really means to do business gently. In this episode, we tackle four common misconceptions about gentle business. I share why being gentle doesn't mean being weak, and how you can build a strong, successful business while staying true to your values. Whether you're just starting out or looking to reshape your existing business, you'll learn how to embrace growth without burning out. In this episode, you'll learn: Why gentle doesn't mean weak or b...

2025-02-1213 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 86 || A Gentle Business is Built on Healthy Habits and RoutinesA Gentle Business Is Built on Healthy Habits & Routines Is your business running you, or are you running your business? Your daily habits shape your business success more than you might think. In this episode, we dive into how the small things we do every day can make or break our business success. I share my personal wake-up call about social media habits and how changing them transformed me and my business. You'll learn practical ways to build better business habits that won't burn you out. In this episode, you'll learn:

2025-02-0516 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 85 || A Gentle Business Has Clear Values and PrioritiesThe Power of Clear Values & Priorities in Your Gentle Business Ready to stop second-guessing your business decisions? Let's explore how understanding your core values and current priorities can transform your business into a more aligned and gentle operation. In this episode, you'll learn: What core values and priorities really mean in business How to identify and apply your values Why boundaries are essential for a gentle business How to align your calendar with your stated priorities Key Timestamps: [00:01:17] Life-business integration explanation [00:02:24] Core pillars of a gentle business [00:04:03...

2025-01-2915 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 84 || A Gentle Business Has a Strong Identity and Personal BrandIs your business personality buried under everyone else's advice? It's time to uncover your true entrepreneurial identity. In this episode, we dive into why knowing your business personality is crucial for creating a gentle, aligned business. Many entrepreneurs struggle because they're trying to follow conflicting advice instead of embracing their authentic business identity. What you'll learn: Why understanding your current entrepreneurial identity is different from who you were when you started How to build a personal brand that truly reflects who you are The connection between identity, clarity, and doing business gently Why taking...

2025-01-2217 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 83 || How Do You Build A Gentle Business?Building Your Dream Business: A Journey to Gentle Success Today we're exploring how to build a business that fits you perfectly - just like choosing the right vehicle for a journey. I share my framework for creating a gently business simply and sustainably that doesn't burn you out. What you'll learn: How to identify what type of business journey you're on The three key components of a gentle business: clarity, alignment, and rest How to match your business style to your personality Ways to build sustainable habits that keep your business running s...

2025-01-2115 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 82 || What Does Doing Business Gently Mean?What if your business could feel gentler and less stressful? In this episode of Doing Business Gently, we dive into what it truly means to run a business in a way that works with your life, not against it. I share my perspective on building a sustainable business that honors your energy, values, and current season of life. What you'll learn: The difference between healthy hustle and toxic hustle How to build a flexible business that adapts to your life's changes Why personal branding matters for sustainable business growth Ways to design your business...

2025-01-2115 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses Introducing the Doing Business Gently podcastDo you ever wonder if there is a different way to do business? Have you ever felt like something was wrong with you because your business feels so hard? Or have you ever asked yourself, shouldn't I know what I want to be when I grow up by now? Maybe you're a massive introvert, shy, or considered an HSP, a highly sensitive person, or maybe you feel like you've never really fit into what and who the standard online business coaching says you need to be in your business. Does any of...

2025-01-1402 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 81 || Transform Your Business Through Your Word of the YearTransform Your Business Through Your Word of the Year Join me as I share how my unexpected word for 2025 - "gentle" - is already inspiring meaningful changes in my business and life. We'll explore why wrestling with your chosen word can lead to powerful insights, and how embracing an unexpected theme can transform your business approach in surprising ways. In this episode you'll learn: * How to recognize and embrace the deeper meaning behind your word of the year * Ways your chosen word can guide major business decisions and transitions ...

2024-12-1816 min

Jesus People Sisterhood - Single Christian Women 50+, Whole Health, Spiritual Growth, and Relationships 27 | Dreaming of Starting Your Own Online Business After 50? An Interview with Marta Goertzen. Starting an Online Business for Single, Christian Women Over Fifty.27 | Dreaming of Starting Your Own Online Business After 50? An Interview with Marta Goertzen Hello Jesus People Sisters! Have you ever thought about being your own boss? What if you could pursue your passion and calling and make a living at the same time? Starting our own business after fifty can be done and it may be God’s calling in this season of your life. In this episode, we’ll discuss having an online business and entrepreneurship after fifty with Marta Goertzen. May this episode bless you! Ellie and Janine

2024-12-1240 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 80 || It's Okay To Make New Year's Business Plans At Your Own PaceReady To Do Business Differently In The New Year? Join me as we explore why January 1st doesn't have to be your deadline and how embracing "Planuary" can transform your approach to business planning. We'll discuss why rushing through December isn't serving you, how to give yourself permission to plan at your own pace, and why choosing a strategic planning timeline that aligns with your life makes better business sense, and sets you up for a year of doing business differently. In this episode you'll learn: How embracing "Planuary" can help you cr...

2024-12-1115 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 79 || When You've Found Business Clarity it Feels Like Coming HomeAre you feeling stuck between what your business is today and what you dream it could be? Today we’re exploring what it truly means to find clarity in your business and why it sometimes feels like you're coming home when you finally figure it out. We'll look at why taking action is crucial for finding your path and how testing your ideas leads to greater understanding of your business direction and your identity as an entrepreneur. In this episode you'll learn: Why clarity feels like "coming home" to your true business pur...

2024-12-0419 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 78 || Do You Need to Test Your Business Clarity?As you look ahead at the new year do you need to think differently about your business? Join me as we explore how to apply lessons you’ve learned this year and apply them to your business plans for 2025. We’re taking a look at why you need to test your business clarity. How to learn and grow with your clarity through analyzing results and what you are learning. And how taking action on your clarity is going to help you find even more clarity. In this episode you’ll learn: How to g...

2024-11-2717 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 77 || 4 Business Lessons Teaching Me How Important Mindset IsMindset is important, we don't question that. Are we paying enough attention to how our mindsets impact our business? Recently I've been exploring what areas of my business I have a fixed mindset. A question I never realized I needed to ask or explore. This exploration has lead to interesting discoveries about my business. I'm learning areas where there is an opportunity for real growth. It's important to stop and look at the lessons you are learning, where they are coming from, and what are you going to do with them.

2024-11-2115 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 76 || Business Clarity is the Foundation of a Strong Personal BrandFinding Business Clarity is Key to Building Your Personal Brand and Why You Need Both Do you ever find yourself stuck in doubt and confusion about your business and the direction you should go in? In this short series about finding business clarity, we’ve been exploring the phases of that clarity journey. In the final episode today, we are looking at the final SO THAT. You need business clarity SO THAT you can build a strong personal brand. When you learn to work from a place of rest, recognize your entrepreneurial iden...

2024-11-0616 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 75 || Find Business Clarity By Knowing The Problem You Really SolveCan you CLEARLY share what you do and who you do it for? If you aren’t clear your clients and potential clients won’t be either. This is an important step in the business clarity journey. Both for you and the people you want to serve. It’s not one of the easiest, but it can be one of the most fun. It’s part of the exploration we all go through to move our business in a new and interesting direction. It’s what allows you to serve and help. In this episode...

2024-10-3017 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 74 || Finding Business Clarity by Getting Clear About Who YOU Are As an Entrepreneur3 Signs You're Having an Entrepreneurial Identity Crisis Ever feel like you're wearing too many business hats? Like you're trying to be ten different versions of yourself? I get it. After years of juggling two separate businesses, I discovered I was having an entrepreneurial identity crisis - and it was holding me back big time. In this week's podcast episode, I'm sharing the three major signs that helped me realize I was stuck in an identity crisis, including the surprising truth about why being "good" at something might be hurting your business. In this...

2024-10-2318 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 73 || Finding Business Clarity by Learning to Pause, Rest, and ReflectAre you struggling with finding business clarity? Wondering what is a simple first step in finding it? It’s possible you are stressed, tired, and overwhelmed. Or so busy you can’t hear yourself thinking. Learning to pause, rest, and reflect about your business, and making it a habit can help you get started finding clarity and understanding what’s next for you. In this episode you learn: Why all the noise coming at you each day is causing you to struggle and feel stuck in your business. Why learning to pause, rest, and r...

2024-10-1616 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 72 || Journaling for Business and Decision-MakingDo You Struggle With Making Decisions About Your Business? Have you ever considered adding a journaling practice into your schedule to help you make those decisions? Journaling is a simple way to explore ideas and the decisions you need to make about them for the health of you and your business. In this episode you learn: How to clear mental clutter so you can think clearly about the options available to you. How journaling can help you explore possibilities in ways you never thought of before. Simple ways to organize your thoughts and o...

2024-10-0916 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 71 || Journaling for Business and How to Use it To Reduce Stress and AnxietyIs your stress and anxiety a big issue for you and your business? If you would like to learn a simple tool that can help you when stress and anxiety strike, then this episode about journaling for business is for you. In this episode I’m sharing why you should consider journaling by hand and the benefits that can bring you. You’ll also learn: 1) How journaling for your business can be a tool of mindfulness and slowing yourself down long enough to think. 2) About using journaling for growth and self-aw...

2024-10-0216 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 70 || Journaling For Business and How to Use it to Find Business ClarityThe Power of Journaling for Business Clarity As an off-and-on journaler for years, I’ve realized what an important tool it can be in the growth both as a person, an entrepreneur, and creative thinker. The business clarity journey takes reflection, asking questions, and thoughtfully answering them. Journaling might be a critical missing piece in your business clarity journey. How? Well, let’s just say it’s not a “dear diary” type of journaling. In fact the first type of journaling I recommend you start with might surprise you. ******* Links & Resources Mentioned:

2024-09-2518 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 69 || You Need to Take Action to Find Business ClarityTaking Action Brings Clarity Years ago, I felt stuck going through my old journals filled with repeated business ideas. Realizing I hadn't taken action, I was discouraged and stressed. It wasn't until I started my mastermind and looked back at older documents that I truly felt the weight of inaction. I had to decide to stop second-guessing and take the next step, to take action. That's what this episode is about, the importance of taking action to find the clarity and confidence you need to design a business that fits you well. ...

2024-09-1821 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 68 || Why We Need Healthy Routines In Our BusinessesWhy Healthy Routines Matter for Your Business Success Even if you feel that routines will stifle your creativity and hem you in, we need healthy routines, habits, and checklists as the foundation of our businesses. When you learn to embracing them, and make them your won, you can reduce stress and boost productivity. We'll look at 5 reasons routines can help and why. If you would like to save time, improve consistency, streamline your processes, enhance profitability, and reduce decision fatigue, this episode is for you. ******* Links & Resources Mentioned: Read the Transcript Here: ht...

2024-09-1122 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 67 || How to Reduce Your Stress on the Business Clarity JourneyThe Journey of Finding Clarity in Your Business Can Be Messy and Stressful. BUT, there are simple things you can start doing THIS WEEK to help reduce that stress, simplify the journey, and make intentional, purposeful decisions for you and your business. Listen in to lean 9 simple ways you can start reducing the stress you feel in your business this week. Tip #3 you can start today! Learn how these simple changes can transform your business and keep you moving forward with less stress. ******* Links & Resources Mentioned: R...

2024-09-0423 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 66 || What Does A Business Clarity Journey Look Like?The Journey to Discovering Business Clarity In this episode, we take a deeper look at the 'business clarity journey'. Today’s episode was Inspired by my own recent website update. The process sparked a lot of memories of my entrepreneurial journey and clarity journey over the past 16 years. I’m sharing the ups and downs of finding what I was supposed to be when I grew up ;). We’ll explore how long-term clarity can lead to a more aligned business, even if it takes several pivots. If you feel stuck or uncertain in your busi...

2024-08-2825 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 65 || 4 Ways Restlessness Shows Up In Your BusinessHave you ever felt restless, uneasy or like something was off in your business? AND, totally frustrated that you couldn’t quite figure out why? Been there and done that! Together we're taking a look at 4 different ways that feeling of restlessness and unease can show up in your business. I’m sharing a few ways you can recognize what type it is and a few actions steps to deal with it. We all can get a little stir crazy in our business, it’s part of the journey. Sometimes dealing...

2024-08-2122 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 64 || How to Confidently Say Who You Are as an EntrepreneurFinding Clarity & Confidence As the Entrepreneur You Secretly Long to Be In this episode of the Selah Entrepreneur Podcast, I’m sharing the transformative journey of businesswomen discovering their true entrepreneurial identities. Through personal and client success stories, we’re talking about the importance of gaining clarity and confidence to articulate and pursue what you truly want from your business. We talk about how we need to peel back external pressures and 'shoulds' to reveal our authentic desires and strengths. These steps will ultimately lead to a more aligned business that you love.

2024-08-1423 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 63 || Here's What You Need To Grow Your Entrepreneur ConfidenceThere Are 3 Things You Need to Grow Your Confidence as an Entrepreneur Many women struggle with confidence as entrepreneurs. But there's good news - you can build your confidence and get unstuck. It feels scary to say out loud who we are as entrepreneurs. And I think that says a lot. It says a lot about our age, the type of businesses we have, about how much information is out there and the education that is available at the click of a button, and it says a lot about why so many women fe...

2024-08-0718 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 62 || It's Important To Show Up As YOU In Your BusinessUnderstanding Your Entrepreneurial Identity - Are you showing up as YOU?? In this episode of the Selah Entrepreneur Podcast, we're talking about entrepreneurial identity and business personality types. I'm sharing what I've been learning through my own journey and in many conversations with women just like you who have lost sight of who they are as business women. They are confused about who they are vs. what social media, the experts, and even the mentors say they should be. ******* Links & Resources Mentioned: Read the Transcript Here: http...

2024-07-3115 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 61 || It's Time to Stop Letting Fear Run Your BusinessOvercoming Fear: Taking Control of Your Business and Life In this episode, we tackle the insidious problem of fear in entrepreneurship. I'm sharing from my personal experiences as well as offering practical advice on how to stop fear from controlling your business decisions. We will explore how fear shows up in its various forms, such as anxiety and comparison, and how it can paralyze business growth. We also talk about a few practical tips for recognizing and overcoming fear, drawing strength from past experiences, seeking advice, and taking small, manageable steps to regain control.

2024-07-2419 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 60 || 3 Reasons Your Business Feels Hard Right Now And What To Do About ItThis year, through surveys, polls, and private conversations with women entrepreneurs, a recurring theme has emerged: business feels overwhelmingly hard right now. The stress of business struggles is causing significant angst, stress, and even health problems. I've struggled too, and the economy and the noisy marketplace play roles. The year 2024 has been especially odd with unpredictable changes in business cycles. Despite this unusual year, I've learned a few things about why things feel hard and how to make changes that make a difference. That's what we are talking about today. 3 reasons your business feels hard...

2024-07-1722 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 59 || Sometimes Your Hardest No Is Your Best YesSaying No to Good Opportunities So You Can Say YES! To Great Things Do you ever find yourself saying yes to so much that you suddenly have no idea how things have gotten out of control? Or have you ever said no to something that you really wanted only to find out later that it opened up doors to something even better? That’s what we are talking about today, the times when the situations where we say no, even though it’s really hard, and it’s not to something you really...

2024-07-1620 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 58 || Do You Need to Rest and Decompress From Your Business?3 Practical Reasons to Regularly Disconnect from Your Business Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the constant demands of running a business? Have you ever taken time away from your business only to realize just how tired you really are? You’ve probably been too busy or too engrossed in your work to realize it. Sometimes the best thing you can do for your business—and yourself—is to step away. Today let's look at why regularly disconnecting from your business is vital and how it can help you reconnect more meaningfully. ...

2024-07-0323 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 57 || It's Never Too Late to Dream About A Business You'll LoveRediscover Your Entrepreneurial Passion: It's Never Too Late In this episode of the Selah Entrepreneur Podcast, we explore the common feeling of stagnation in business, especially among those over 50, and the belief that it's too late for major changes. I’m sharing personal experiences and stories from members of the Selah Society Mastermind group about reigniting their passion and making significant changes even later in life. Key topics include evaluating and updating your business model, embracing the shift from generalist to specialist roles, and understanding that it's okay to pivot and evolve as both you and...

2024-06-1915 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 56 || 5 Reasons Why Joining a Mastermind Can Be a Game Changer for You and Your BusinessDo you feel alone and isolated in your online service-based business? In this episode I'm sharing how masterminds have been pivotal in my business growth and how they can help you too. The right community, like masterminds, can be what you need to stop feeling alone, have a safe place to get help when you need it, and how you can help others. In this episode you will learn: Why coaching is key in your business 5 Reasons to consider joining a mastermind Why doing business in isolation can hurt you and your...

2024-06-1221 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 55 || How to Manage the Stress of Feeling Stuck in Your BusinessRecently, I conducted a survey among my Grateful Friday newsletter readers, and an overwhelming number of responses revealed a common concern—stress related to managing their businesses. So today we are talking about some of the common source of stress among women entrepreneurs in their business journeys. We'll look at the impact of the stress of staying stuck in our business on our health and business performance while offering practical steps to combat it. Listen in to discover 3 simple ways to start managing stress today and find more business clarity along the way. ...

2024-06-0524 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 54 || 5 Signals You and Your Business Are Ready to PivotHave you wondered if you are ready to pivot and grow your business? Today we are talking about 5 signals women entrepreneurs should not ignore in their business. These are signals that you are ready to grow as a business owner and your business is ready to evolve. Geared towards solo entrepreneurs, especially women in online service-based businesses, this discussion sheds light on feelings of restlessness, struggles with motivation, inconsistencies in marketing, and the realization of untapped expertise. Once you identify the signals and how they impact the stress in your life and business, we...

2024-05-2925 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 53 || Tired? Learn to Rest, Don't Quit Your BusinessIn the hustle and bustle of running a business, rest is often underestimated. We are conditioned to believe that round-the-clock work equates to dedication and success. However, pushing through fatigue without taking necessary breaks can lead to burnout, diminished creativity, and poor decision-making. Many women entrepreneurs struggle with exhaustion from balancing business, health, and caregiving. Learn about different types of rest, combating perfectionism and people-pleasing, and establishing boundaries for a balanced life. Don't quit - learn to rest and rejuvenate for a more fulfilling entrepreneurial journey. ******* Links & Resources Mentioned: Read t...

2024-05-2225 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 52 || You Need to Embrace Your Entrepreneurial Journey TimelineOwn your entrepreneurial journey! It's your journey, no one else's. In this episode, I discuss the importance of mapping out and accepting your entrepreneurial journey timeline. So often we move from one thing to the next without taking the time to reflect on everything we've accomplished and learned along the way. By going back and outlining the major events, projects, lessons, wins and setbacks year-by-year, you'll gain a greater appreciation for how far you've come. This exercise allows you to celebrate your achievements, identify what worked well or didn't, and uncover insights to...

2024-05-1515 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 51 || Get Unstuck: How to Move from Doubt & Confusion to Clear & Confident In Your BusinessIn today's episode we are considering the entrepreneurial journey and a place that many entrepreneurs face at some point in their journey – feeling stuck in doubt and confusion. Feeling stuck in doubt and confusion is a common challenge for many women entrepreneurs. It can stem from various sources, such as fear of failure, overwhelm from too much information, or a lack of clarity about your business identity. It's essential to recognize that you're not alone in this struggle. In this episode we are exploring how to break free from this cycle and step into clarity an...

2024-05-0823 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 50 || You Need to Make Space to Think About Your BusinessIn the world of entrepreneurship we are journeying through, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day routines of running a business. However, taking the time to create space for strategic thinking and reflection can be a game-changer for your business. Today, we’re exploring the importance of adding room to think, reflect, and plan in your business, as well as practical tips on how to incorporate what I think is a vital practice into your schedule. Dedicating time to think, reflect, and plan in your business is not a luxury but a necessity for...

2024-05-0113 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 49 || Reality Check - Sometimes You Need To Hustle In BusinessTo Hustle or Not to Hustle That is the Question… or is it? I’ve had a bit of a growing pet peeve with the anti-hustle message I see everywhere. I get it and actually agree with some perspectives I encounter online. However, my beef with what I’m seeing is that we are not using the word hustle correctly. Stress and hustle. We actually need both. A life completely stress free is not only boring, it’s not healthy. We also need hustle. It’s often the motivator we need to get stuff done, m...

2024-04-2422 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 48 || How to Know if Gentle Business Coaching is For YouEmbracing Gentle Business Coaching with a Holistic Approach Join me as we dive into the world of "gentle" business coaching. I’m sharing how this approach is different from traditional, intense coaching. We’re exploring how gentle coaching is all about compassion, self-care, and sustainable growth - not just rapid results. We’re discussing the signs that you might need a gentle coach, like feeling easily overwhelmed or struggling with imposter syndrome. I’m also sharing my thoughts about how gentle coaches focus on asking the right questions to get to the root of your challeng...

2024-04-1721 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 47 || It's Time to Stop Playing Quiet and Make Yourself HeardI’m pretty sure you’ve heard this common phrase from coaches, “Stop playing small.” It’s a phrase that urges us to stop playing small and dream bigger. While the intention behind this advice is to push women to realize their full potential, it can sometimes evoke mixed feelings, particularly for those grappling with fear and self-doubt. It definitely does for me. But is that what needs to happen? Is it that we are playing small or not dreaming big enough? Maye, maybe not. As you navigate through the journey...

2024-04-1020 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 46 || 3 Reasons We Need to Have Conversations About Business ClarityThe Crucial Role of Clarity and Community in Business Growth As entrepreneurs, we often find ourselves caught up in the day-to-day operations of our businesses, focusing on tasks, strategies, and goals. However, amidst the hustle and bustle, how often do we take a step back to ensure we have clarity and direction in our business endeavors? Today, I want to talk about the importance of having conversations about clarity and direction for our businesses. These conversations are not just about pointing out what's working or what's not. They are about delving deeper into understanding the...

2024-04-0324 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 45 || Life Feeling Extra Hard? Give Yourself Some Business GraceIn this episode we are discussing the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs who are balancing their business responsibilities with personal health issues or caregiving for aging parents. I’m sharing what happened recently during a tough week of helping my Mom through the upheavals of Alzheimer’s while trying to maintain my business. This experience, once again, highlighted the importance of giving oneself grace and being flexible during tough seasons of life. We often need to reevaluate and adjust our business and personal life to manage these often conflicting priorities as gently and effectively as poss...

2024-03-2815 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 44 || Want a Simple and Sustainable Business? Define Your 'Enough Points'Finding Your "Enough Points" in Business In the latest episode of The Selah Entrepreneur Podcast, we're diving into the concept of defining your "enough points" for sustainable business success. I'm sharing how know when to say "enough" in various aspects of business and how to set healthy boundaries to foster a simple and sustainable business. Key Takeaways: - Discover Your "Enough Points": Take a few minutes to think through the different areas of your business and define where your "enough points" are. - Set Healthy Boundaries: Knowing your boundaries helps create...

2024-03-2020 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 43 || How to Overcome Toxic Hustle with a Selah MindsetAre you tired of the toxic hustle and overwhelm that often accompanies the entrepreneurial journey? It's time to adopt a Selah mindset, a deliberate practice of stepping away from busyness to work from a place of rest and intention. In this episode of The Selah Entrepreneur podcast, I’m sharing what toxic hustle is, how to recognize it in your life, its impact on mental and emotional health, as well as practical steps to break free from its cycle. As we navigate the world of entrepreneurship, it's crucial to create intentional moments of paus...

2024-03-1323 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 42 || 4 Blocks To Business Clarity And How To Overcome ThemAre you feeling stuck in your business clarity journey? In this episode of The Selah Entrepreneur podcast, I’m addressing 4 common blocks I see in myself, and my clients, that can obstruct your path to clarity. From managing information overload to the importance of community support, we explore practical solutions to remove these barriers. We delve into the power of simplicity, the impact of doing business alone, and the significance of implementing pause and reflect routines into your business. Plus, I’m excited to share a special new project, The Selah Entrepreneur Journal Bundle, specially designe...

2024-03-0625 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 41 || Is Your Business Clarity Journey Stressing You Out?🎙️ Are you feeling stressed and overwhelmed by your business clarity journey? Take a deep breath, because finding clarity is a journey, not an instant fix. In this episode, I share my own struggles, breakthroughs, and key lessons learned to help you navigate the ups and downs of your business clarity journey. Join me in this episode, where we explore the source of that stress and some actionable insights and practical advice for women navigating their entrepreneurial path. Discover how to find clarity at your own pace and build a sustainable business you love. ...

2024-02-2823 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 40 || 3 Questions That Won't Help the Multi-passionate Entrepreneur Find Business Clarity🌟 Are you a multi-passionate entrepreneur struggling to find clarity and direction in your business? 🌟 Join me in this episode as I share 3 questions that may not be so helpful for you, the multi-passionate entrepreneur as you seek the clarity and direction you are longing for in your life and business. Key Takeaways: - I’m sharing my personal experience as a multi-passionate entrepreneur and the struggles I faced in finding clarity and direction in my business. - Learn how to turn basic questions, such as describing your ideal day and reflecting on child...

2024-02-2122 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 39 || There's Beauty to Be Found in the Messy Middle of Your Business Clarity JourneyHave you ever felt stuck in the "messy middle" of your business journey? In this episode I’m sharing a recent experience where one of my morning walks with my dog, Mochi, inspired me in my business. I’m sharing how our winter storms changed the trails we were exploring were a reflection of the journey of entrepreneurship. I’m sharing my perspective on finding beauty in unexpected places during the messy middle. This is a topic I can get excited about, you may notice that as you listen in :). But I know that if you keep...

2024-02-1422 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 38 || Do you need to know the WHY behind your business? Maybe, maybe not!In this episode of "The Selah Entrepreneur," your host, Marta Goertzen, shares why there are some stages of our entrepreneurial journey the WHY is not as important as we think it is. 5 Keys You'll Learn: 1. The Two Stages of Business: Marta discusses the different phases of business and why understanding the why behind your business is more important at certain points. 2. Finding Your Why: Learn how to identify the reasons and motivations that led you to start your business. 3. Uncovering Your Why: Understand how your why can evolve as your business grows and...

2024-02-0716 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 37 || 2 Simple Questions to Ask When You Feel Stuck in Your BusinessAs we navigate through the challenges and opportunities of running an online business, it's essential to take moments to pause, reflect, and find the clarity we need to move forward. In the latest episode I’m sharing two simple questions you can ask when you feel stuck in your business. The episode explores the significance of taking intentional rest breaks and the various forms of rest that are essential for our mental, emotional, and physical rejuvenation. I’m encouraging you to examine the type of rest they need and give you a few practical strategies for incorporating rest...

2024-01-3125 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 36 || Are You Feeling Trapped Between The Business You Have And The One You Want?Are you feeling trapped between the business you have and the dream, and potential, of what your business could be? Have you ever felt stuck in your business, unsure of the next steps to take or the direction to go? If so, you're not alone. Many entrepreneurs, especially women over 50, experience periods of uncertainty and longing for clarity in their business journey. In this episode of The Selah Entrepreneur podcast, I’m sharing some of my own experiences and what I’ve learned as I continue to navigate the journey of clarity in business. If...

2024-01-2419 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 35 || What You Need to Consider When Setting Gentle Business GoalsIn this episode, I'm sharing the questions I'm consider as I decide on my gentle business goals for this quarter and year. This is a thought-provoking episode that challenges you to look beyond the surface of goal-setting and consider the deeper significance of the goals you are setting for a gentle approach to your business. If you've been struggling with setting effective and meaningful goals for your business, this episode is a must-listen. Here are a few key takeaways from this episode: 1. Align your goals with your core values - Ensure...

2024-01-1715 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 34 || 5 Ways to Create a Gentle & Sustainable Business This YearLet’s Explore the Idea of a Gentler Approach to Business in the New Year In this episode we are taking a look at what it means to have a gentle and sustainable business that fits you well and doesn’t burn you out. I’m sharing 5 practical steps for creating a business that aligns with your values and supports your life. If you're feeling overwhelmed or unsure about how to approach your business in the new year, this episode is for you. Ready to create a business that fits around your life and ali...

2024-01-1021 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 33 || You Don’t Need to Start The New Year With a Blank Slate (Here’s What to do Instead!)A Few Thoughts About Why You Don't Need to Start the New Year with a Blank Slate As we close out the year, many of us are bombarded with the message of a fresh start, start over, or start the New Year with a blank slate. But do you really need to wipe away everything you've learned and all the hard fought lessons we've fought in the previous year? In this week's podcast episode, "You Don't Need to Start the New Year with a Blank Slate," I’m sharing a few thoughts about this...

2024-01-0313 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 32 || I’ve Picked My Word of the Year... Now What??Are you feeling stuck after picking your word of the year for your business? In this episode of The Selah Entrepreneur podcast, we’re continuing our discussion of selecting and using a Word of the Year for your business. Today, we'll explore how to cultivate and engage with your word in a way that can make a profound impact on your business and personal growth. I’m sharing six ideas you can use to get to know your word and stay motivated with it throughout the year. Here are a three of the six...

2023-12-2715 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 31|| Word of the Year or New Year’s Resolutions? Which One Do you Need?Your Journey to a Simpler, More Purposeful Year As we approach the end of the year, it's a time for reflection, anticipation, and setting intentions for the future. In this episode of "The Selah Entrepreneur," we’re exploring the idea of choosing a Word of the Year versus setting new year's resolutions. I’m sharing my personal experiences and insights on why picking a Word of the Year might be the gentle and purposeful approach that many of us need. In this episode, here are five keys you'll learn: The benefits of choos...

2023-12-2017 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 30 || Why You Need to Establish Healthy Boundaries and Non-negotiables In Your BusinessHave you ever stopped to consider what your boundaries and non-negotiables are in your business? In today’s episode, I’m sharing about setting healthy boundaries and non-negotiables to create a sustainable business that fits you well. In my own entrepreneurial journey, it took time, but I learned to first establish healthy boundaries and then enforce them in my business. Needed changes for my business as I was close to burnout. These healthy boundaries lead me to understanding what my non-negotiables were and setting aside time for them. My list included deep thinking about the busine...

2023-12-1319 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 29 || How to Design a Business That Fits You in 6 StepsDiscover the 6 Tools You Need to Design a Business That Fits You! Are you ready for a business that fits you, your personality, and the season of life you are in? In this episode of The Selah Entrepreneur Podcast, I’m sharing the 6 essential tools you need to design a business that truly fits you. I understand the struggle of trying to figure out what you want to be when your business grows up. Finding clarity is a journey of discovery. So is growing a business that works for you instead of you be...

2023-12-0614 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 28 || 3 Tips About How to Choose The Right Partners And Influencers For Your Business (PLUS a Challenge!)Let’s talk about the Importance of Selecting the Right Partners and Influencers for Your Business How are you navigating all the information and opinions that come at you every day? Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of emails and social media posts vying for your attention, especially right now during the height of the 2023 Q4 selling season? In today’s episode, we are taking a look at the different partners and influences we allow into our business, and how important it is to choose the right ones. Coaches, teachers, mentor...

2023-11-2920 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 27 || You Need A Simple Weekly Business Examen and Review PracticeThe Importance of a Weekly Business Examen & Review for Christian Women Entrepreneurs In this episode, we’re talking about the importance of regularly reviewing and reflecting on your business, as well as how to create a practical and doable routine for this purpose. I’m taking you through five simple steps to conduct a weekly examen and review process of your business, along with tips on how to incorporate this routine into your own business. Here are four key takeaways from our conversation: 1) Conduct a weekly review: Set aside time each week to refle...

2023-11-2216 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 26 || You Are More Than A Template! Do You Know How Unique You Are? Feeling stuck in your business? Maybe you’ve forgotten how unique you and your business are. As entrepreneurs, it’s easy to feel stuck or unsure of the direction our business should take. We often try to fit our business into someone else’s expectations, losing sight of our own unique perspective and approach. In this week’s podcast episode of The Selah Entrepreneur, titled “You Are More Than a Template! Do You Know How Unique You Are?,” we’re diving deep into the idea of rediscovering who you are as a business owner. It’s Important to Remem...

2023-11-1524 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 25 || Do You Know What Season of Growth Your Business is in Right Now?Do you know what season of growth your business is in? Or what season of growth you are in as an entrepreneur? Maybe you should… In this week's episode we are taking a look at four seasons of growth that impacts home-based online entrepreneurs. We are also taking a look at why you need to understand the season you are in. The Four Seasons of Growth Seeking clarity Staying the course or time to do the work Scaling for growth Scaling back for rest. We’ll examine how each season presents unique op...

2023-11-0820 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 24 || Finding Business Clarity Has Ups and Downs - How Are You Doing, Really?When was the last time you were asked, “How are you doing? Really”? And how did you answer? Running a business, no matter the type, is not a straightforward road. It's an adventure filled with highs and lows, moments of focus and distraction, and unexpected twists and turns. Just like in any personal development program, our clarity journey involves layers of discovery and answers that gradually unfold as we take action. Your Business Clarity Journey is Your Own Do you ever find yourself comparing our journey to others? We need to remember that each b...

2023-11-0117 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 23 || The Anxious Entrepreneur: 4 Reasons to Keep a Daily Gratitude ListDo you ever find yourself feeling anxious and stressed as an entrepreneur? You're not alone. Many of us experience the pressures and challenges that come with running our own businesses. But what if there was a simple practice that could help alleviate those anxious feelings and bring more contentment into your life? In this week's episode of The Selah Entrepreneur podcast, titled "The Anxious Entrepreneur: 4 Reasons to Keep a Daily Gratitude List," I’m sharing some of my journey with anxiety and how I discovered the power of gratitude as a transformative tool. Cult...

2023-10-2518 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 22 || The 4 Positive Effects Clarity Can Have On Your Business (and how to keep it!)Have you ever experienced that incredible moment of clarity in your business? The moment when everything falls into place, and you can see the next step ahead of you? It’s a feeling of excitement, relief, and possibility all rolled into one. In the latest episode of The Selah Entrepreneur Podcast, we’re diving into the topic of clarity and its positive effects it can have on your business. I’m sharing more about my own journey of discovering clarity, a journey that came through taking action. The journey is where you have those moments of dis...

2023-10-1823 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 21 || 4 Negative Effects A Lack of Clarity Can Have On Your Business (and what to do about it!)Have you ever found yourself in a state of confusion and uncertainty about what to do next in your business? Feeling stuck and behind while others seem to be thriving can be incredibly isolating. If this sounds familiar, don't worry, you are not alone. As entrepreneurs, we all face moments of uncertainty and confusion, which can be isolating and detrimental to our progress. In today’s episode I’m sharing four negative effects a lack of clarity can have on your business and as well as five strategies to combat them and regain control...

2023-10-1221 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 20 || The Benefits of Keeping a Commonplace Journal For Your BusinessWelcome to another episode of The Selah Entrepreneur podcast. I'm your host, Marta Goertzen, and I'm excited to dive into a topic that I'm truly passionate about - the benefits of keeping a Commonplace Journal for your business. Now, before you start picturing a dear diary kind of journal, let me assure you that this is a whole different ballgame. We're not talking about pouring out in a “Dear Diary” type of journaling practice. This is about creating a tangible space to capture the valuable ideas, insights, and reflections that come our way in our entrepreneurial journey.

2023-10-0419 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 19 || Rest IS an Action Step: Self-Care and the Caregiving EntrepreneurBoth caregiving and entrepreneurship are calling on our Hearts there are days it is hard to balance living in these two worlds In this episode we are diving into the topics of caregiving, entrepreneurship, and self-care, specifically for women over 50. I’m sharing my own personal experience of being a caregiver and how, years ago, it has influenced my decisions to enter the world of self-employment. Listen in as we explore the challenges and rewards of being a caregiver, the mental and emotional toll it can take, and the importance of self-care and intentional rest in...

2023-09-2722 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 18 || Achieve Business Clarity and Growth with Quarterly Business ReviewsEssentialism, Business Clarity and Growth, and Quarterly Business Reviews Have you ever read a book that completely altered your perspective? One that changed the way you view the world and your business? That's exactly what happened to me when I read "Essentialism" by Greg McKeown. In this book, McKeown shares the concept of “essentialism”, which revolves around making better decisions about how we allocate our time and energy. One practice he recommends is conducting a quarterly off-site review to evaluate our decisions and align them with our values. Inspired by McKeown's ideas, I start...

2023-09-2016 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 17 || Thoughts From the Trail: It’s Okay to Ask For What You NeedWelcome back to The Selah Entrepreneur podcast. Today's episode is filled with valuable insights and lessons learned from my morning walks with my dogs. We'll delve into the concept of "asking for what you need" and discuss why it's okay to prioritize yourself and your business. In this episode, I'm sharing my personal journey of rediscovering the power of asking for what I need and how it has helped me take care of my senior dog, Oliver. We'll explore the struggles of being a people pleaser and the impact it can have on both our p...

2023-09-1329 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 16 || The Commitment Audit: 3 Questions for Business SuccessToday we are diving into a topic that has been on my mind lately: commitment to business success. This question about commitment has been brought to my attention by various mentors and in different contexts, forcing me to take a deep dive into my own level of dedication. I've been asking myself some hard-hitting questions, such as: How truly committed am I to my business success? Are my beliefs aligning with my actions? Am I actively pursuing business clarity as my company evolves? And most importantly, am I committed to the priorities I've set for m...

2023-09-0613 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 15 || Overcome Your Business Confusion with Your Own Business Clarity MapDo you ever find yourself overwhelmed and confused about the direction of your business? If so, you’re not alone. Many entrepreneurs face the challenge of making important decisions amidst the noise and endless options. That’s where a Business Clarity Map comes in. Join me on this week’s episode as we dive into the power of creating a Business Clarity Map. I will guide you through the process of mapping out and charting your business to remind yourself of what you know to be true about you and your business today. A Business Clarity...

2023-08-3025 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 14 || Simplifying Self-Care for Busy Entrepreneurs - Create A Take-A-Break KitI’m excited to dive into a topic that is so important for busy entrepreneurs like us - self-care. As women over 50, we often find ourselves juggling multiple responsibilities - running a business, taking care of aging parents or family caregiving, and trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It's no wonder we sometimes forget to prioritize our own rest and well-being. In today's episode, we'll be exploring the concept of creating your very own "Take-A-Break Kit." This idea came to me during my recent camping trips, where I realized that my usual idea of vacationing needed a...

2023-08-2323 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 13 || Are You Giving Yourself Space to Find Business Clarity?In today's episode, we're diving deep into the importance of giving ourselves space to find clarity in our businesses. As entrepreneurs, we often find ourselves caught up in the hustle mentality, constantly juggling tasks and trying to stay on top of everything. But when we don't take the time to pause and reflect, we can easily lose sight of what truly matters and find ourselves feeling stuck and overwhelmed. That's why making space in our businesses is so crucial. It's about creating the mental and physical room to think, evaluate, and breathe. It's about giving ourselves permission...

2023-08-1613 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 12 || Break the Cycle of Toxic Hustle: 3 Steps to Identify What Healthy Productivity Looks Like For You and Your BusinessToday we are diving deep into the concept of productivity and how it relates to self-care, work-life balance, and finding meaning in your work. It's time to take a step back and analyze your daily activities, learn to ask for help, and tell "Superwoman" it's time to go. If you started your business for freedom and flexibility, why do you keeping a working style that goes against those values. In this episode I'll share a list of questions to ask, and practical steps to help you identify what healthy productivity looks like for you...

2023-08-0916 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 11 || Is your business leaving you exhausted? You need more than sleepAre you feeling mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually drained? Is your business leaving you feeling exhausted, even after a good night's sleep? 😴 In this episode of The Selah Entrepreneur podcast, we dive into the topic of rest and why getting more sleep isn't always the solution. Instead, we'll examine the 8 types of rest all entrepreneurs need to avoid burnout and mental exhaustion. So, what are the key takeaways from this episode? 🔹 Create a "restivity" list: Having a pre-made list of restful activities can be a lifesaver when you're tired but feel l...

2023-08-0219 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 10 || The Power of the Pause: Why the Habit of Pausing Is Essential for Business SuccessDo you ever find yourself moving so fast from one thing to the next, only to realize that time has flown by and you are not sure what you really got done? When we are in a busy season, that can happen a lot. We move from one thing to the next, working hard to check one more thing off of our to-do list. But, are we even asking ourselves, “Should I be working on this particular task? Is it a good task to focus on or am I doing it just for the satisfaction of c...

2023-07-2611 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 9 || 3 Business Lessons From the TV Show Growing FloretWelcome to another episode of The Selah Entrepreneur. Today we’ll be diving into one some of the valuable business lessons that we can learn from one of my favorite TV shows, “Growing Floret”. As entrepreneurs, we often find ourselves in pursuit of building long-lasting, sustainable businesses. And that’s exactly what the show “Growing Floret” emphasizes. The importance of simplicity, serving clients in meaningful ways, and creating businesses that we truly love. In this episode, we will explore some thought-provoking questions, such as: Are we are building simple and sustainable businesses w...

2023-07-1915 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 8 || From Confusion to Clarity: The Four Steps of the PACE Method for EntrepreneursWelcome back to another episode of The Selah Entrepreneur! I'm your host, Marta Goertzen, and today we're diving deep into the four steps of The PACE Method (TM) to finding clarity in your business. In a world filled with busyness and constant hustle, it's easy to believe that resting and saying no to opportunities is lazy or wrong in business. But what if I told you that slowing down, pausing, and taking time to rest and think could actually be the key to unlocking business clarity? I know, it might sound a bit terrifying at...

2023-07-1217 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 7 || Introducing My PACE Method(TM) to Business Clarity - How to Move From Confused to ClearAre you feeling stuck looking for clarity in your business? When we are seeking clarity in our business and what we feel called to do, we have this desire to sprint to the finish line and get to the answer fast. Hate to break it to you, but that’s now how clarity comes. You will have major breakthroughs and oh wow moments along the journey, which are truly fun and energizing. And fun to share, I might add! The journey of clarity, however, comes through time, effort, thinking, prayer, and seeking wise counsel. In...

2023-07-0515 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 6 || Lessons from the Trail: Finding Beauty and Growth in Tough Seasons in Your BusinessWelcome to The Selah Entrepreneur podcast. In today's episode, we're going to talk about finding encouragement during the hard seasons. Life is full of ups and downs, whether it's in personal or business life, and it's during the tough times that we need to remember to look for the beauty around us. In this episode: We'll explore how we can find growth and positive changes during difficult times, just like the changes we can see in nature after a storm I share my own experiences of finding inspiration on a hiking trail...

2023-06-2813 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 5 || Ready to Find Clarity In Your Business? Do These 2 Things Today!Distraction, noise, and conflicting advice are some of the biggest issues keeping you from starting, or continuing, your business clarity journey. When life and business get really loud it’s time to make some changes. In this episode of The Selah Entrepreneur, we take a look at what could be blocking you on your journey to finding clarity in your business and 2 simple steps you can take to change that. Listen to today's episode and find out: Simple ways to reduce the noise coming at you from all directions. How mental and physica...

2023-06-2117 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 4 || Pivoting or Growing Your Business: 8 Questions Women Over 50 Should Ask To Know if it’s TimeOn this episode of The Selah Entrepreneur, I’m sharing eight questions entrepreneurs should ask themselves to determine if they're ready to pivot and grow. Here are a few things we cover: If you're feeling burnt out or less passionate about your business, it might be time to consider growing or pivoting. Eight questions you should ask to help you identify if it's time for a change. It’s time to ask yourselves deeper questions about their business, including what they love and dread doing, the clients they enjoy working with, and what they secretly long to do...

2023-06-1522 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 3 || 3 Reasons You Need to Schedule Regular Breaks Away From Your Business - Mini-RetreatsA rested entrepreneur takes breaks from their business. Regularly. Have you established a habit of rest in your work schedule? Does taking a break, a personal retreat, or business retreat sound like a dreamy idea as you balance life, health, and caregiving all while running your online business? Join be today as we look at the differences between retreat and mini-retreats and how to create a habit of rest as a woman over 50 running an online business. ******* Links & Resources: Feeling stressed and anxious on your journey to find clarity? A practice of da...

2023-06-0723 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 2 || 6 Steps to Get Unstuck and Find Clarity and Direction for You and Your Business - Business Clarity Coaching for Women Over 50Clarity is a journey, especially for creative women like us that have a lot of interests, love bright shiny new ideas, and love to learn. It’s not a process that should be rushed, know that you are on a journey that involves learning along the way. Clarity comes and phases and layers and it comes through taking action not by sitting on the sidelines waiting for lightning bolt answers. Let’s dive into what clarity means, how to find clarity for your online business, what to do with it, and more. ****** Links...

2023-06-0724 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses 1 || Why the Selah Entrepreneur? Why we need to work from a place of restWelcome! To the very first episode. Today we’re taking a look at the word Selah. Why does it apply to entrepreneurship? Why do we need to become rested entrepreneurs? Why do we need to learn to work from a place of rest? And we’re going to look at the word Selah itself, its origin and meaning. As women over 50, we have a unique perspective on life and what business can be as we balance life, caregiving, home, and business. Adopting a Selah Mindset that looks at rest, ment...

2023-06-0620 min

Doing Business Gently: Business Clarity and Personal Branding for Women with Online Service Based Businesses Welcome to the Selah Entrepreneur Podcast a podcast for women over 50 who want to design simple and sustainable businessesHere on the The Selah Entrepreneur podcast, my goal is to help you find ways to get unstuck in your business, cut through all the noise of conflicting advice, get clarity about your online business, and learn ways to reduce the stress and overwhelm you feel as you try to take care of your family, your health, your clients, and your business. Hi, I’m Marta Goertzen, entrepreneur and online business owner since 2008. I’m also a dog mom, fibro fighter, photographer, and caregiver. As a multi-passionate entrepreneur, it took me years to discover what I wanted to b...

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Inspired Ideas with Diane You Are Not a Template with Marta GoertzenJoin me as I interview my client, colleague and team member Marta Goertzen. We talk about the power of masterminds and how she was in mine and now has her own. Find out more at www.selahstudios.co and www.TakeABreakSummit.com Get info on my mastermind here: https://dianecunningham.com/mastermindDon't forget to subscribe!Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/inspired-ideas-with-dianeApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inspired-ideas-with-diane/id1603922858Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/37AtAZOhh8kwCnxT22QpAKStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com...

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