Become Your Own Boss: Tips for Starting and Growing Your Own Small Business

On this episode I share with you why I decided to change the Stitched for Success podcast name to Become Your Own Boss. I am truly an entrepreneur at heart. I am competitive more with myself than others and with my phrase for 2022...Level Up Consistently, this podcast needed to level up as well. The Become Your Own Boss podcast is focused on equipping you with the tools not only to be the boss of your business, but to also assist you in becoming the boss of every area of your life. The podcast will continue to have great interviews from entrepreneurs from every walk of life and share tips and inspiration to lead you to success and to the life you desire. 

Episode Quote: And suddenly you just know it's time to start something new and trust the magic of beginnings. ~ Unknown

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Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Stitched for Success:

Get the 30 point checklist for building a clothing brand at www.zeuscloset.com/checklist

Ways to reach me:

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Email: monica@[email protected]

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Who is Monica?

Monica Allen grew up in a small town in Georgia with her single mom who had her at age 18, her grandmother and uncle. Living below the poverty line for all of her young life, Monica was determined to break the cycle. Being the first in her immediate family to attend a 4 year university, Monica worked in the field of insurance as a benefits broker for 8 years and earned her Masters in Business Administration.

Leaving to set out on her entrepreneurial journey in 2005, she is now a serial entrepreneur owning several businesses. She is co-founder of Zeus' Closet, stuff4GREEKS and Deuce Equity Group.  She is the sole proprietor of Monica Allen Interiors and an Amazon Bestseller (The Fearless Entrepreneurs: Fear Less; Be More). She loves equipping aspiring entrepreneurs, side hustlers and small business owners with tips to launch, grow and scale their business while avoiding the many pitfalls of entrepreneurship.

She believes that being surrounded by positive people, believing in yourself, and having faith in God has led to her success.

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On this episode we are wrapping up season 3, and I am excited to announce that we are moving into Season 4 with new interviews, new content and a new name. Check out the episode for full details. 

Episode Quote: Success doesn't come from what you do occasionally. It comes from what you do consistently. ~ Marie Forleo

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The best way to train team members - Trainual Link

Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Stitched for Success:

Get the 30 point checklist for building a clothing brand at www.zeuscloset.com/checklist

Join the Stitched for Success Facebook group today!  A community of entrepreneurial support because entrepreneurship can be lonely.

Ways to reach me:

DM me on IG @stitchedforsuccess

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

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Join my Clubhouse Club -  Become Your Own Boss - Social Media Room hosted each Thursday at 10AM EST.

Thanks so much for being with me this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please share on IG or email me.   If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pandora, Amazon or wherever you get your podcast to get automatic episode updates for "Stitched for Success!"  And, finally, please take a minute to leave a honest review and rating on iTunes or Audible. They really help the me out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews I get. Please take a moment to leave a review. :-) Thanks for listening!

On this episode I am recording from a tiny igloo at Borealis Basecamp in Fairbanks, Alaska. Talking about stepping outside your comfort zone this Atlanta girl and Georgia native is out here to experience new adventure and get uncomfortable. I am also discussing some changes coming to the podcast in the near future that will increase the impact and reach of the podcast. I also share my word (or actually phrase) for the year. 

Episode Quote: Any change, even a change for the better, is always accompanied by drawbacks and discomforts. ~ Arnold Bennet

Get your Become Your Own Boss Planner  - A planner that helps you set annual, monthly and weekly goals to ultimately lead to the life you desire.  

Episode Sponsor -  Zeus' Closet Solopreneur Package Now Available - Promo Code: STITCHED

The best way to train team members - Trainual Link

Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Stitched for Success:

Get the 30 point checklist for building a clothing brand at www.zeuscloset.com/checklist

Join the Stitched for Success Facebook group today!  A community of entrepreneurial support because entrepreneurship can be lonely.

Ways to reach me:

DM me on IG @stitchedforsuccess

Email: [email protected]

Follow me on Clubhouse - @monicaallen2

Join my Clubhouse Club -  Become Your Own Boss - Social Media Room hosted each Thursday at 10AM EST.

Thanks so much for being with me this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please share on IG or email me.   If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pandora, Amazon or wherever you get your podcast to get automatic episode updates for "Stitched for Success!"  And, finally, please take a minute to leave a honest review and rating on iTunes or Audible. They really help the me out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews I get. Please take a moment to leave a review. :-) Thanks for listening!

RuthAnn Bowen runs a web design agency, WIXDesignHer dedicated to getting entrepreneurs a website that best aligns with their brand and business so they are able to convert more sales. She started 6 years ago and work exclusively on the Wix platform. Her former career is in PR and marketing so she use those skills with every website design. Many business owners, especially those just starting out, can feel overwhelmed and stuck when they DIY their website. Today she is here to give the guidance you need to turn that site from a hot mess to total success!

Episode Quote: For success, attitude is equally as important as ability, and a great website.  Walter Scott

E-mail:[email protected]

Website: WixDesignHer.com

Instagram: @wixdesignher

Book: Creating Your Own Website in a Weekend

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The best way to train team members - Trainual Link

Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Stitched for Success:

Get the 30 point checklist for building a clothing brand at www.zeuscloset.com/checklist

Join the Stitched for Success Facebook group today!  A community of entrepreneurial support because entrepreneurship can be lonely.

Ways to reach me:

DM me on IG @stitchedforsuccess

Email: [email protected]

Follow me on Clubhouse - @monicaallen2

Join my Clubhouse Club -  Become Your Own Boss - Social Media Room hosted each Thursday at 10AM EST.

Thanks so much for being with me this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please share on IG or email me.   If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pandora, Amazon or wherever you get your podcast to get automatic episode updates for "Stitched for Success!"  And, finally, please take a minute to leave a honest review and rating on iTunes or Audible. They really help the me out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews I get. Please take a moment to leave a review. :-) Thanks for listening!

Episode 52 was one of the most popular episodes of this podcast. We moms wear a lot of hats and if we own our own business on top of that, things can get a little tough...the mom guilt can creep up on you when you least expect it. In this episode I am speaking with 4 mommas who are growing businesses and kiddos at the same time. They share with us tips for how they manage it all and let the mom guilt go. 

Checkout episode 53 for more of my conversation with the ladies of this throwback episode.  

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The best way to train team members - Trainual Link

Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Stitched for Success:

Get the 30 point checklist for building a clothing brand at www.zeuscloset.com/checklist

Join the Stitched for Success Facebook group today!  A community of entrepreneurial support because entrepreneurship can be lonely.

Ways to reach me:

DM me on IG @stitchedforsuccess

Email: [email protected]

Follow me on Clubhouse - @monicaallen2

Join my Clubhouse Club -  Become Your Own Boss - Social Media Room hosted each Thursday at 10AM EST.

Thanks so much for being with me this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please share on IG or email me.   If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pandora, Amazon or wherever you get your podcast to get automatic episode updates for "Stitched for Success!"  And, finally, please take a minute to leave a honest review and rating on iTunes or Audible. They really help the me out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews I get. Please take a moment to leave a review. :-) Thanks for listening!

On this throwback episode I speak with Jeff Cooper a Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual. Even if you listened to it early last year, listening to it again can't hurt. 

Northwestern Mutual one of the nation’s premier financial services firms offering services and products ranging from insurance & investments to retirement and business planning services. Jeff is a graduate of Emory University and former law enforcement officer working on the local, state, and federal level for over 12 years. On this episode we talk about the importance of setting up your family for success with life insurance and setting up your business for success via a variety of insurance and financial planning vehicles. Jeff also gives us some insight into his transition from having a job to becoming a sole proprietor...betting on himself to grow his own agency and team.  

Quote for this episode: The things you do for yourself are gone when you are gone, but the things you do for others remain as your legacy. 

 Takeaways for this episode:  

How to set up your family financial legacy. 

How to set up your business legacy 

Betting on yourself and how to set up your personal legacy. 

Jeff's Contact Info: O: 706.395.2536 C: 404.862.5434 [email protected] http://jefferycooper.nm.com

Get your Become Your Own Boss Planner

Episode Sponsor -  Zeus' Closet Solopreneur Package Now Available - Promo Code: STITCHED

The best way to train team members - Trainual Link

Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Stitched for Success:

Get the 30 point checklist for building a clothing brand at www.zeuscloset.com/checklist

Join the Stitched for Success Facebook group today!  A community of entrepreneurial support because entrepreneurship can be lonely.

Ways to reach me:

DM me on IG @stitchedforsuccess

Email: [email protected]

Follow me on Clubhouse - @monicaallen2

Join my Clubhouse Club -  Become Your Own Boss - Social Media Room hosted each Thursday at 10AM EST.

Thanks so much for being with me this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please share on IG or email me.   If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pandora, Amazon or wherever you get your podcast to get automatic episode updates for "Stitched for Success!"  And, finally, please take a minute to leave a honest review and rating on iTunes or Audible. They really help the me out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews I get. Please take a moment to leave a review. :-) Thanks for listening!

In this episode I am sharing with you a throwback from some of the early days of the Stitched for Success podcast. On this episode I am speaking with Jennifer Grayer, former owner of Lollibop Sweet Shop. Jennifer decided to close her business after five years, and though I was personally heartbroken to no longer be able to get her delicious sweet treats, she was generous enough to share with us many of her lessons learned during the process. Regardless of the phase you’re in currently in your business, these are lessons that we can all learn from as we continue on our own entrepreneurial journeys.

Episode Quote: If you cannot see where you are going, ask someone who has been there before. ~ J Loren Norris

Check out more from Jennifer in episodes 25, 26, & 28. 

Episode Sponsor -  Zeus' Closet Solopreneur Package Now Available - Promo Code: STITCHED

Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Stitched for Success:

The Become Your Own Boss planner

Trainual Link

Get the 30 point checklist for building a clothing brand at www.zeuscloset.com/checklist

Join the Stitched for Success Facebook group today!  A community of entrepreneurial support because entrepreneurship can be lonely.

Ways to reach me:

DM me on IG @stitchedforsuccess

Email: [email protected]

Follow me on Clubhouse - @monicaallen2

Join my Clubhouse Club -  Become Your Own Boss - Social Media Room hosted each Thursday at 10AM EST.

Thanks so much for being with me this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please share on IG or email me.   If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pandora, Amazon or wherever you get your podcast to get automatic episode updates for "Stitched for Success!"  And, finally, please take a minute to leave a honest review and rating on iTunes or Audible. They really help the me out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews I get. Please take a moment to leave a review. :-) Thanks for listening!

On this episode we are wrapping up 2021 and preparing for 2022. How is 2021 rounding out? Did you meet your revenue goals for your business? Did you have an opportunity to spend time with friends and family even if it may have been from a socially distanced perspective. Did you take care of yourself both physically and mentally? Take some time to reflect on this year and as you prepare for 2022, set aside some time to really determine how you would like your life to look at the end of 2022. How would you like it to be different from right now? 

Episode Quote: Begin with the end in mind. ~Steven Covey

Episode takeaways:

Reflect on 2021

Set goals for 2022

Get the free Goals Challenge Replay which will teach you how to effectively set goals.

Email me with show suggestions and tell me a little bit about you. 

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Trainual Link

Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Stitched for Success:

Get the 30 point checklist for building a clothing brand at www.zeuscloset.com/checklist

Join the Stitched for Success Facebook group today!  A community of entrepreneurial support because entrepreneurship can be lonely.

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Download your FREE ebook: The 10 Secrets to Small Business Success in 2021. Go to www.2021secrets.com

Ways to reach me:

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Join my Clubhouse Club -  Become Your Own Boss - Social Media Room hosted each Thursday at 10AM EST.

Thanks so much for being with me this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please share on IG or email me.   If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pandora, Amazon or wherever you get your podcast to get automatic episode updates for "Stitched for Success!"  And, finally, please take a minute to leave a honest review and rating on iTunes or Audible. They really help the me out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews I get. Please take a moment to leave a review. :-) Thanks for listening!

On this episode I share with you my takeaways from episode 80 with Gian-Carlo Torres and also share with you my new recent struggles as I venture into a new business that required me to build a funnel and host a challenge. It seems that in order to grow, that is not the end of it. I will do it again and again...so you get the pleasure of following my journey. Pursuing this while still running my other businesses should be interesting and make for some great upcoming podcast episodes. :-)

“Life is struggle.” I believe that within that quote lies the most important lesson in entrepreneurship: Embrace the struggle.”

― Ben Horowitz, The Hard Thing About Hard Things: Building a Business When There Are No Easy Answers

Get your 2022 off to a great start! Crush your 2022 goals with my new planner that was 2 years in the making. Finally a planner that helps you get stuff done. Special savings for podcast listeners.  BECOME YOUR OWN BOSS Planner

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Trainual Link

Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Stitched for Success:

Get the 30 point checklist for building a clothing brand at www.zeuscloset.com/checklist

Join the Stitched for Success Facebook group today!  A community of entrepreneurial support because entrepreneurship can be lonely.

Become Your Own Boss 21 Day Quickstart  - Sign up to launch your business in 21 days. Everything at your fingertips that you need to get started.

Download your FREE ebook: The 10 Secrets to Small Business Success in 2021. Go to www.2021secrets.com

Ways to reach me:

DM me on IG @stitchedforsuccess

Email: [email protected]

Follow me on Clubhouse - @monicaallen2

Join my Clubhouse Club -  Become Your Own Boss - Social Media Room hosted each Thursday at 10AM EST.

Thanks so much for being with me this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please share on IG or email me.   If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pandora, Amazon or wherever you get your podcast to get automatic episode updates for "Stitched for Success!"  And, finally, please take a minute to leave a honest review and rating on iTunes or Audible. They really help the me out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews I get. Please take a moment to leave a review. :-) Thanks for listening!

On this episode I am speaking with Gian-Carlo Torres of Immunocal. Starting to work with Immunotec, a multi-level marketing company, at the age of 19 with just a high school degree and no business experience, Gian-Carlo has since grown his business to over 7 figures. This journey all began when his mother was diagnosed with an illness and in his research, someone told them about a nutrient that changed her life (Immunical). 

Through self-education and a wiliness to fail forward, Gianco (what his friend's call him) is learning to grow his business and help other's build their own enterprises as well. 

Episode Quote: Failure is not the opposite of success, it's part of success. Arianna Huffington

Gian-Carlo Torres (gee-an-carlo)

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.thisisgianco.com

Instagram: @thisisgianco

LinkedIn: Gian-Carlo Torres

Episode Sponsor -  Zeus' Closet Solopreneur Package Now Available - Promo Code: STITCHED

Trainual Link

Helpful Entrepreneurial Resources from Stitched for Success:

Get the 30 point checklist for building a clothing brand at www.zeuscloset.com/checklist

Join the Stitched for Success Facebook group today!  A community of entrepreneurial support because entrepreneurship can be lonely.

Become Your Own Boss 21 Day Quickstart  - Sign up to launch your business in 21 days. Everything at your fingertips that you need to get started.

Download your FREE ebook: The 10 Secrets to Small Business Success in 2021. Go to www.2021secrets.com

Ways to reach me:

DM me on IG @stitchedforsuccess

Email: [email protected]

Follow me on Clubhouse - @monicaallen2

Join my Clubhouse Club -  Become Your Own Boss - Social Media Room hosted each Thursday at 10AM EST.

Thanks so much for being with me this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Please share on IG or email me.   If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with your friends. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcast, Pandora, Amazon or wherever you get your podcast to get automatic episode updates for "Stitched for Success!"  And, finally, please take a minute to leave a honest review and rating on iTunes or Audible. They really help the me out when it comes to the ranking of the show, and I make it a point to read every single one of the reviews I get. Please take a moment to leave a review. :-) Thanks for listening!