Struggling to grow your business sustainably?

In this episode of All About That Action, we dive into practical, battle-tested ways to increase your Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR)—without sacrificing your sanity or personal life.

We cover:

💰 The mindset shift every service-based business owner needs 📈 The difference between scaling smart vs. scaling sloppy 🔁 How to productize your offers and build consistent income

Whether you're stuck at $5K/month or eyeing your first $30K+ MRR milestone, this episode is packed with real talk and real strategy to help you get there.

🎧 Tune in if you're ready to ditch the hustle hamster wheel and build a business that grows month after month—with margin.

Let's face it—most business owners don't have hours to spend planning, filming, and posting content every week.

In this episode of All About That Action, we tackle the #1 excuse for not showing up online: "I'm just too busy." You'll learn real-world strategies to stay consistent on Instagram—even if your calendar is jam-packed.

We break down:

✅ How to batch 2 weeks of content in 2 hours ✅ What to post when you have "nothing to say" ✅ When to outsource (and what to hand off first)

Whether you're running a one-person show or managing a small team, this episode gives you the clarity, systems, and confidence to stay visible without the stress.

🎯 Ready to stop ghosting your followers and start getting results? Press play. Let's go.

Done-For-You Content That Actually Converts

Let us take social media off your plate—so you can focus on running your business.

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After nearly two decades in business, Ashley Whaley shares the honest truth about what it takes to build a business that fuels both growth and freedom. In this episode of All About That Action, she opens up about what's finally working, how to create space for your family while scaling your business, and why peace and profit can absolutely coexist.

If you're a purpose-driven entrepreneur craving more fulfillment, flexibility, and forward momentum—this one's for you.

✨ Ready to feel excited about your business again? Tune in, take notes, and start building your version of freedom.

👉 Learn more at podsharkmedia.com or DM us on Instagram @podsharkmedia.

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In this episode of All About That Action, Ashley Whaley dives into the real power behind Instagram and Facebook Stories — not just as a content feature, but as a relationship-builder. Inspired by insights from Jenna Kutcher's Goal Digger Podcast and Donald Miller's Building a StoryBrand, Ashley shares a fresh perspective on how stories (both social and personal) build trust, increase engagement, and become the foundation of an authentic marketing strategy.

Tune in to learn:

• Why Stories may not grow your audience, but will deepen trust with the one you already have

• The #1 mistake marketers make when telling brand stories — and how to fix it

• Easy, low-effort ways to show up in Stories every day

• How to turn your personal journey into powerful, connection-driven content

• The "client-as-hero" mindset that transforms your marketing

This is a must-listen for small business owners, content creators, and entrepreneurs looking to create meaningful relationships that drive results.

📲 DM @ashleytwhaley or @podsharkmedia and let us know how you're showing up in your stories this week!

#instagrammarketing #socialmediatips #personalbranding #storytellinginmarketing #podsharkmedia

Are you a busy business owner sitting on a goldmine of content that's never seen the light of day? Maybe you booked a brand shoot, captured amazing photos and videos… and then left them sitting in your phone, untouched.

In this episode of All About That Action, Ashley Whaley shares a simple, powerful system to help you resurrect unused content and finally turn it into momentum for your business. Whether you're a service-based entrepreneur, coach, or creative, this episode will help you build a strategy that works.

You'll learn:

• Why content sits unused—and how to change that

• The exact steps to organize, plan, and execute a content strategy

• How to define your content pillars and ideal client

• Why consistency beats perfection (and what to do if you're not a content pro)

Ashley also shares the real-life shift that happened when she handed her own content off to the Pod Shark Media team—and how that decision freed up her time and fueled her brand.

If you've ever said, "I just don't have time to post," this one's for you.

👉 Send this episode to a fellow entrepreneur who needs to hear it. And don't forget to DM Ashley on Instagram with your biggest takeaway!

Feeling like the year is flying by? Whether you're on fire with your goals or wondering where the time went, this episode is your mid-year motivation boost.

In today's episode of All About That Action, Ashley Whaley shares 5 intentional ways to reset, realign, and refocus for the rest of 2025. From doing an honest audit of what's working (and what's not) to locking arms with the right people and making time for rest, you'll walk away with a renewed sense of direction and momentum.

✨ What You'll Learn:

• How to take inventory of your wins—and build on them

• Why reflection + delegation can unlock your next level

• Ways to find (and run with) the right business besties

• How to align your calendar with your actual priorities

• The underrated power of rest + margin for sustainable success

This isn't about perfection—it's about progress. So if you're ready to finish the year strong, this episode is for you.

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👉 Tag a friend who needs this encouragement. 📩 DM @ashleytwhaley or @podsharkmedia to connect or get support!

Wondering why your social media isn't bringing in leads—or how to turn it around? In this episode of All About That Action, Avery Whaley pulls back the curtain on what's working for real businesses right now and what's wasting your time.

You'll learn:

• Why frequency matters more than perfection

• What strategies are driving leads and revenue for clients today

• The mistakes you might be making that are costing you visibility

This off-the-cuff, behind-the-scenes episode is packed with insights from real results at Pod Shark Media. If you're a business owner trying to grow through social, you don't want to miss this.

🎧 Press play, take notes, and take action.

#socialmediastrategy #smallbusinessmarketing #contentmarketing #socialmediatips #growyourbusiness #podsharkmedia

Thinking of launching a podcast for your business? Or maybe you already have one—but it's collecting dust? In this episode of All About That Action, Avery Whaley reveals the most common reasons business podcasts flop—and how to turn yours into a powerful marketing engine that actually prints money.

You'll discover:

• The mindset blocks that kill most podcasts before they start

• The #1 reason business owners give up on their show

• Simple shifts that help your podcast attract leads and build trust with your audience

Whether you're just getting started or looking to revive your podcast, this episode will give you the clarity and tools you need to succeed.

🎧 Press play and tag a fellow business owner who needs to hear this!

#podcastmarketing #businesspodcast #podcaststrategy #entrepreneurmindset #startapodcast #contentmarketing

Waiting for someone to rescue you? Here's the wake-up call: nobody's coming—and that's exactly what makes you unstoppable. In this episode of All About That Action, Avery Whaley shares how taking full ownership of your life and business is the most empowering move you can make.

Tune in to hear:

• Why accepting full responsibility leads to real freedom

• How victim mindset is silently killing your momentum

• What it means to step into your power as a leader and entrepreneur

If you're ready to stop waiting and start building, this episode is for you.

👉 Hit play, share it with a fellow entrepreneur, and remember: you've got this.

#radicalownership #entrepreneurmindset #selfleadership #businessgrowth #nobodyissavingyou #takeactionpodcast

Are you doing it all in your business—from social media and client service to admin and strategy? In this episode of All About That Action, host Avery Whaley unpacks the real cost of trying to do everything yourself.

You'll learn:

• Why solopreneur hustle is not a long-term strategy

• How delegating and creating SOPs can unlock serious growth

• The mindset traps that keep entrepreneurs stuck in burnout

Whether you're a small business owner, creative entrepreneur, or growing agency, this episode will help you stop spinning your wheels and start scaling with intention.

👉 Subscribe now and share this with a fellow entrepreneur who needs to hear it.

#entrepreneurmindset #businessgrowth #delegateandscale #smallbusinesslife #entrepreneurpodcast