Bird Means Business

This week, Bird Means Business podcast hits its 50th episode, so we’re celebrating!

Tune in to hear 10 powerful snippets from each of the rockstar guest entrepreneurs we’ve had on the show!

If you’re new to the pod, this isn’t our normal format, but you’ll love getting a sneak peek into some of the most magical moments of Bird Means Business. Get ready to be inspired!

Guest episodes referenced:

Episode 10: Team Strong with Terry Williams

Episode 14: Vibe with Your Tribe with Terry Williams

Episode 18: From Food Truck to Restaurant with Patsy Vivares

Episode 23: Hair Salon Start Up Brandi Lisenbe

Episode 27: Money Talk with Financial Planner, Helen Ngo 

Episode 31: Own Your Voice with Sahar Paz

Episode 36: Marriage + Business with Terry Williams

Episode 40: We Can Rival with Mair Fragrance

Episode 45: Start Up Story: Active Faith Sports with Kirbi Smith

Episode 49: Navigating Mental Health in Entrepreneurship with Marlene Williams

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“Anxiety is when we are living too far into the future.” Marlene Williams, PhD

I took so many notes, I don’t even know where to start.

I can say that you certainly won’t regret listening to this week’s show. It’s some of the most practical information on how to handle anxiety and depression I’ve ever heard, and I know these tips can help you too!

We talk about:

The thing is: you’re not alone. Marlene shares how everyone experiences some form of anxiety or depression -- the problems arise when it significantly impairs your ability to function in life or work. And there’s this powerful moment when she turns fear on its head and you realize fear isn’t as powerful as you think. Whew!

I’m no mental health expert, but I’m always happy to chat with you and guide you in the right direction if you feel any of this. Sometimes we just need someone to walk the journey with us.

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“Life happens in seasons.”

I’m lowkey obsessed with all things mommying, so addressing this topic in this month’s “Your Questions Answered” series was so much fun!

I share three key business considerations to allow for more flexibility, freedom and growth as a mompreneur in a service based business. I also answer some questions you may have if mommying is on the horizon, but you’re not sure how to fit it into running your business.

There’s also a BIG announcement at the end! Eek!

If you’re a mom or mom-to-be, this is one you won’t want to miss!

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“I don’t care how much power, brilliance or energy you have, if you don’t harness it and focus it on a specific target, and hold it there, you’re never going to accomplish as much as your ability warrants.” -Zig Ziglar

So how do I manage feeling so overwhelmed with all of the details? Tune into to hear a fundamental flaw that causes us to spiral out of control. And I walk you through exactly how to combat this, step by step. Cause I got you!

Overwhelm is real. But I’ll bet you’re doing better than you think. You may just need more structure, some accountability and a bit of guidance.

I’m always rooting for you to win!

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“Your systems will save you.”

This week we’re starting a 4-part series called “Your Questions Answered,” which came from a Instagram Stories party we had a couple of weeks ago. Be sure to connect with me on Instagram if you haven’t already!

So how do you keep clients coming back again and again? Tune in to hear:

There’s so much goodness packed into this episode. You don’t want to miss it.

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“I didn’t consider myself to be an entrepreneur...” -Kirbi Smith

When Kirbi said this I immediately saw the faces of newbie brand builders I’d recently spoken with who also didn’t see themselves as such. Who had explained to me how weird it felt to own that they were actually running a real business.

Maybe you’re in that same boat. This has been an idea or project or hobby for so long that it feels weird for you to accept that transition. Keep reading.

I asked Kirbi what caused her to make that mental shift, given that she is now Chief Operations Officer of Active Faith Sports, a brand in over 92 countries! She said it was realizing that it didn’t have to look one particular way. That her unique story of being an athlete turned school teacher didn’t preclude her from being able to run a successful business. She could do it her own way.

I could not love that more.

And I’d even take it one step further to say, your differences HELP you as you build your brand. Because instead of meshing in with all the noise in the market, you bring your unique set of experiences and secret sauce to  the table, which is more relatable and creative.

My girl Kirbi drops SO MANY gems in this episode! I love our conversation and all of the practical tips you’ll be able to pull from it -- especially if you’re looking to launch an apparel brand! Take a listen and then shoot me a DM to let me know what you think!

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“But I’m so glad I started the way I did, with the logo Meagan made me.”

Because you have to start somewhere, my friend. You have to take that first step, or you’ll forever be right where you are today.

This week I take you behind the scenes of my rebrand process. I share everything from why I rebranded, how my branding looked before and after, the importance of consistent branding and (maybe most importantly) the mistakes I made that you can avoid!

Here’s what changed in my rebrand:

… and more!

There were a lot of moving parts in this process, and you get to see it all. Whether you’re rebranding or launching your business for the first time, this is one you don’t want to miss!

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Change. Crisis. We all know it’s inevitable, but what process can we use as we manage it again and again in the wild world of entrepreneurship? Especially since as solopreneurs, we don’t have a big team to carry some of the weight.

In this week’s episode I share the three steps I take when ish hits the fan.

You’ll also learn:

… and so much more!

My goal for each episode is for you to walk away with something practical you can do this week to make a change for the better.

Shoot be a DM on Instagram to let me know what that is for you this week!

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“You have to get quiet to live loud” -Terry Williams

We’ve all heard about the power of a morning routine -- but have we made the necessary mindset shifts and practical adjustments to allow this powerful practice to really set us up to win?

This week I’m sharing all about what it took for me to adopt a morning routine and the two intentions that made all the difference.

If you don’t have a morning routine or want to improve yours, you’ll love this episode!

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“What this weekend did for me was validate the direction I sensed my business needed to go in... and that was HUGE.”

It wasn’t a relaxing retreat or a brainstorm sesh. This weekend was all about clarity.

The moment I heard about a “Total Immersion Weekend” I knew my baby business desperately needed it.

Tune in to learn how a weekend like this can impact your business, and tips on how to structure and get the most out of your time away!

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