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The time is now. Enrollment closes October 6th when I go to bed, so just get on in here now!

$497 to join and finish your year strong.

Get all of my behind-the-scenes takes and transparent shares on exactly what I ask you to do as part of the work inside Comfortable In Business.

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Quick recap

Caryn announced the sunset of her Comfortable In Business membership for coaches and introduced a new 3-month coaching program featuring live calls and workshops at an affordable price point.

She emphasized the importance of developing unique business approaches and shared her personal experiences to help participants grow their businesses.

Caryn highlighted the program's benefits and encouraged coaches without business coaches to join before the October 6th deadline, directing interested parties to the registration link in her Instagram bio.

In this episode, automations and Airtable expert Ashley Rose and I dive into the concept of prioritizing systems over stress in your business. 

Rather than pushing harder or doing more, the goal is to build systems that support your business and life. 

We discuss:

- How systems reduce stress
- Starting where it feels heavy
- Avoiding the “it only takes a few minutes” trap
- Reverse engineering your systems (from the results you promise in your offer)
- Letting the data guide you

Join us for some great takeaways that will save you time AND help you scale!

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Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/4Ay6HQMBI14

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Ashley Rose is an automations and Airtable expert, who has helped hundreds of coaches move off of spreadsheets and into streamlined & automated systems. As a neurodivergent business owner, she knows the power of systems to scale your group program & business on part-time hours, without sacrificing client experience or burning out.

Her 12 month systems support container, Systems Over Stress, helps online coaches build client management Airtable systems that reduce overwhelm, save hours of admin time and team cost, and improve their client experience as they scale.

Learn more/connect with Ashley at systemsoverstress.co.

You can also find her on Instagram and YouTube.

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Connect with me on social: I’m ⁠@caryngillen⁠ in all the places

Or schedule a free Coffee & Clarity Chat.

I have lots of different options (and price points) for how I can support you.

If you think I’m the coach for you, you’re probably right! Message me to connect, and we can figure out together where you fit.

In this episode, award-winning financial advisor Anna N'Jie Konte talks to us about values-based personal wealth management and how to manage your money in a way that aligns with your values.

Key takeaways:

- Do the unsexy work to figure out YOUR numbers

- You can make it fun and do the hard thing with a whole bunch of soft supports

- Set personal goals that align with your values (the lifestyle you want to lead and what you want to build or leave behind)

- You should hire a wealth advisor when you reach a new level of complexity, or you have less time (i.e. the sandwich generation)

- The ultimate life hack for women is to be a lot stiller/quieter, tune into ourselves/our intuition, and ask what we really want FIRST, before we ask for other people's opinions

Your homework:

What is the role you want money to play in your life?

What value/experiences do you want it to bring?

What things do you want to invest in/support?

What do you want to be remembered for?

And a bonus: Be a little bit disagreeable every day. Listen in to find out why!

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Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/pIIIhuBQhR8

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As a first-generation American and award-winning financial advisor, Anna has walked the path from financial uncertainty to empowerment. Growing up, she watched the strong women in her family live lives dictated by their bank balances. This fueled her passion to create a different story – not just for herself, but for women like you.

At Poder Wealth Advisors we guide impact-driven investors from uncertainty to confident using tailored strategies to grow your wealth, leave a legacy, and experience joy without guilt – empowering you to transform your financial future.

Learn more or connect with us at poderwealth.com.

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To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans…

Sign up for my weekly newsletter, The Playbook: ⁠⁠https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25⁠⁠

Connect with me on social: I’m ⁠@caryngillen⁠ in all the places

Or schedule a free Coffee & Clarity Chat.

I have lots of different options (and price points) for how I can support you.

If you think I’m the coach for you, you’re probably right! Message me to connect, and we can figure out together where you fit.

"Sometimes what we're labeling as 'lazy' is actually misalignment."

In today's episode, we talk about:

- Time management and productivity

- Your energy

- Being in alignment

"It takes courage to stop and stand in the not doing..."

Our greatest resource is our energy, and how we use it matters.

If this struck a chord with you, join me for a Coffee & Clarity Call here: https://clients.caryngillen.com/public/appointment-scheduler/685b4b1643676bc137b0eb97/schedule

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Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/EjXqu_bTjxs

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To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans…

Sign up for my weekly newsletter, The Playbook: https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25

Or connect with me on social: I’m @caryngillen in all the places

In this episode of Coach Business, we're talking to expert quiz strategist and community builder Linda Sidhu about staying connected and the power of community in online business.

While discussing community and groups is our main focus, this episode is actually a four-part masterclass since we also get into:

- Market research and finding the offers that are wanted

- Self-trust as a business owner

- The power of decision

Listen for what we can learn from Starbucks and Spotify, what makes or breaks a community group or membership, and how to balance people being more overwhelmed than ever, while still desperately wanting/needing community.

If you're an online business owner or a coach who has a membership or has ever considered one, this is especially for you!

And if you want to know your Visibility It-Factor, you can take that quiz here: https://lindasidhu.com/quiz

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Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/4WCnvJi3ZhU

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Linda Sidhu (She/Her) is a brilliant quiz strategist, community builder, superconnector, and captivating public speaker. Her expertise guides entrepreneurs to craft irresistible personality quizzes that attract new subscribers while fostering an engaged community.

Her journey began as a pharmaceutical sales professional, where she perfected the art of face-to-face interactions and transformed her success into a highly effective personalized marketing framework.

Linda's expertise has earned her recognition in various media outlets, including Forbes. Her insights shine on platforms like Cubicle to CEO, The Go-To Gal Podcast, Art of Online Business, Systems Saved Me, and Coaches on a Mission.

Learn more about Linda and The Mixer Mind at https://lindasidhu.com. You can also connect with her on Instagram @iamlindasidhu.

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To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans…

Sign up for my weekly newsletter, The Playbook: ⁠⁠https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25⁠⁠

Connect with me on social: I’m ⁠@caryngillen⁠ in all the places

Or grab this free resource I made just for you, The 20-Minute Niche Cure: ⁠⁠https://caryngillen.lpages.co/niche-cure/⁠⁠

I have lots of different options (and price points) for how I can support you.

If you think I’m the coach for you, you’re probably right! Message me to connect, and we can figure out together where you fit.

In this episode of Coach Business, I'm taking you behind the scenes of my membership for coaches, Comfortable In Business, where I answer the question:

How do we play, allow things to be messy, or quit when it's necessary?

Most of us learned a lot in school that doesn't actually serve us as entrepreneurs.

Let's break it down.

Check out the membership here: https://caryngillen.com/comfortable-in-business/ (for more answers to questions like these, personalized feedback, and accountability for your business)

In this episode, we talk to SEO Strategist Laura Jawad about websites, blogging, SEO strategy, and how to get found on Google.

Learn the two biggest mistakes business owners make on their websites, the 4 pillars of SEO, why you need to blog for SEO, and the one thing that should guide every post you write.

You can also grab Laura's freebie for Coach Business listeners, The SEO Kickstart Kit, here: https://www.laurajawadmarketing.com/coach-business

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Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: ⁠https://youtu.be/L2acevyGP-4

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As an SEO strategist for female service providers and female-founded small businesses, Laura Jawad helps entrepreneurs attract more clients through the power of their websites.

Laura built two successful businesses through SEO, demonstrating firsthand the transformative power of well-executed SEO in competitive markets. Armed with a PhD and a deep passion for helping women-owned businesses thrive, Laura is the go-to expert if you’re ready to make your website the hardest-working member of your marketing team.

When Laura isn’t creating SEO magic, you can find her working out in her basement gym, crocheting amigurumi or reading books to her kiddos. Connect with her on her website at www.laurajawadmarketing.com or on LinkedIn.

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To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans…

Sign up for my weekly newsletter, The Playbook: ⁠https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25⁠

Connect with me on social: I’m ⁠@caryngillen⁠ in all the places

Or grab this free resource I made just for you, The 20-Minute Niche Cure: ⁠https://caryngillen.lpages.co/niche-cure/⁠

I have lots of different options (and price points) for how I can support you.

If you think I’m the coach for you, you’re probably right! Message me to connect, and we can figure out together where you fit.

I got asked this question by a friend on a walk recently, and it reminded me that I/we don't talk about this enough... What do you do with self-doubt in your business?

Here are 5 things that will help you trust yourself and your business more.

These are practical, actionable, no-fluff strategies.

There are so many folks in the online business space who are one-note and can teach you what they did because that's what they know; the problem is that approach misses so many people!

These 5 things will make a major difference, regardless of what anyone else has taught you or which path you're on.

Join Comfortable in Business here >> https://caryngillen.com/comfortable-in-business/

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** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button, share it with a friend, like and/or leave a comment. I appreciate each one! **

Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: ⁠https://youtu.be/x_EpsXKKwKY

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Here's the link to the episode Allison Hardy referenced in today's intro: ⁠Episode 423 | The Biggest Lie About Email Marketing⁠

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To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans…

Sign up for my weekly newsletter, The Playbook: ⁠https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25⁠

Connect with me on social: I’m ⁠@caryngillen⁠ in all the places

Or grab this free resource I made just for you, The 20-Minute Niche Cure: ⁠https://caryngillen.lpages.co/niche-cure/⁠

I have lots of different options (and price points) for how I can support you.

If you think I’m the coach for you, you’re probably right! Message me to connect, and we can figure out together where you fit.

What if you could really be exactly who you are, connect with people, and create your most successful business from that place? Wouldn't you want to?

In this episode, Diana Murphy, life and mindset coach for high-impact leaders, owners, and entrepreneurs, shares:

- How she landed in her most powerful niche yet

- Why self-permission and body work have been the biggest game-changers lately

- How to tap into your inner knowing and do things your way

- The awesome way she's nurturing her community and gaining referrals

This episode is a great place to start asking some important questions and help you keep going on your path.

What do you already bring to the table?

It can always get more powerful.

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** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button, share it with a friend, like and/or leave a comment. I appreciate each one! **

Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: ⁠https://youtu.be/bEPhyca4woA

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Here's the link to the episode Allison Hardy referenced in today's intro: ⁠Episode 423 | The Biggest Lie About Email Marketing⁠

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Diana Murphy is a life and mindset coach for:
- CEOs
- Entrepreneurs
- Business leaders
- Anyone making a significant shift (e.g., a new role or life circumstance, selling a business, etc.)
…who wants to lead with integrity and heart.

You can learn more about her and her services at dianamurphycoaching.com.

Check out her podcast, The Leader's Table.

Or connect with her on social (she's "Diana Murphy Coach" or "Coaching" in all the places).

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To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans…

Sign up for my weekly newsletter, The Playbook: ⁠https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25⁠

Connect with me on social: I’m ⁠@caryngillen⁠ in all the places

Or grab this free resource I made just for you, The 20-Minute Niche Cure: ⁠https://caryngillen.lpages.co/niche-cure/⁠

I have lots of different options (and price points) for how I can support you.

If you think I’m the coach for you, you’re probably right! Message me to connect, and we can figure out together where you fit.

This is our 200th episode! Fun, right?!

Today, we're talking about how to make plans for a future that means something.

The biggest job you have as a business owner or entrepreneur, and likely a human, is to "periscope up" often enough to remember we are playing the long game.

You have to give yourself enough time and space to make great plans.

Don't miss your life, potential business success, or your legacy because everything is so urgent and in-your-face right now.

Give yourself the gift of thinking ahead.

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** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button, share it with a friend, like and/or leave a comment. I appreciate each one! **

Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: ⁠https://youtu.be/71qcdm4Jgbo

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Here's the link to the episode Allison Hardy referenced in today's intro: ⁠Episode 423 | The Biggest Lie About Email Marketing⁠

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To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans…

Sign up for my weekly newsletter, The Playbook: ⁠https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25⁠

Connect with me on social: I’m ⁠@caryngillen⁠ in all the places

Or grab this free resource I made just for you, The 20-Minute Niche Cure: ⁠https://caryngillen.lpages.co/niche-cure/⁠

I have lots of different options (and price points) for how I can support you.

If you think I’m the coach for you, you’re probably right! Message me to connect, and we can figure out together where you fit.