Tired of cookie-cutter marketing that feels like everyone else’s? In this episode, I chat with Nadine Nethery, a copywriter turned customer experience strategist who helps online business owners stand out by delighting their customers in unexpected ways. Nadine pulls back the curtain on the creative strategies she’s used—from website scavenger hunts to audio advent calendars—that not only grow email lists and boost retention but also spark genuine connection. If you’re looking for fresh, memorable ideas to engage your audience without burning out, this conversation is full of inspiration and practical takeaways.

Today you will hear:

• Why customer experience is the most underrated “sales channel” and how it can transform your business.
• Out-of-the-box marketing ideas (like scavenger hunts and private podcasts) that surprise and delight customers while driving real results.
• Nadine’s framework for weaving creativity and strategy into every stage of the customer journey—before, during, and after purchase.
• Simple ways to gamify memberships or communities to keep people engaged and sticking around longer.
• The importance of listening for engagement signals and creating personalized touchpoints that make customers feel valued.

CONNECT WITH NADINE:

Website: https://www.candocontent.com

Instagram: @candocontent

Free Resources:

Mastering CX | The Private Customer Experience Podcast: https://candocontent.thrivecart.com/customer-experience-podcast/?coupon=CRUSHTHERUSH

CAN DO! Tales | The Private Case Study Podcast: https://link.candocontent.com/crush-the-rush

🔗 Links Mentioned:

 🎧 Download the Free Ditch the Social Drama Workshop → hollymariehaynes.com/workshop

 🌟 Anti-Social School™ → hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial

 🌎 Website → hollymariehaynes.com

 📲 Follow me on Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes

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In this week's pep talk, I am sharing the exact process I use inside Anti-Social School™ and the CTR Club to create a simple, aligned content plan that actually moves the needle.

In today's episode, I share:

• How to map content around your sales goals (instead of guessing)
• The 3–4 anchor themes that keep your ideas consistent and easy
• A step-by-step way to map your Q4 calendar without overwhelm
• How I use AI-powered bots to turn ONE idea into blogs, carousels, emails, and podcast scripts—in under 30 seconds

🔗 Links Mentioned:

 🎧 Download the Free Ditch the Social Drama Workshop → hollymariehaynes.com/workshop

 🌟 Anti-Social School™ → hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial

 🌎 Website → hollymariehaynes.com

 📲 Follow me on Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes

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Dreaming of turning your love for travel into something more? In today’s episode, I sit down with Allison Collier, founder of the Collier Travel Collective, who has built a boutique travel agency specializing in creating unforgettable life experiences. Allison shares how she transformed her passion for exploring the world into a thriving business, all while setting boundaries, bringing her family into the work, and redefining what luxury really means. If you’ve ever thought about blending business and lifestyle—or you just want some behind-the-scenes insight into creating stress-free, joy-filled trips—you won’t want to miss this conversation.

Today you will hear:

• How Allison turned her passion for travel into a business after years focused on family, and why energy and enthusiasm were key to getting started.
• The unique approach that makes her stand out in a competitive travel industry—blending logistics, hospitality, and deep client care.
• Why defining “luxury” as time, connection, and peace of mind resonates more than high-end frills.
• Practical strategies for setting boundaries as an entrepreneur and structuring your business around travel.
• Allison’s perspective on why travel is one of the best educational experiences you can give yourself and your family.

CONNECT WITH ALLISON:

Website: https://www.colliertravelcollective.com/

Instagram: @colliertravelcollective

FREE RESOURCE - Destinations We Love in 2025: https://colliertravelcollective.myflodesk.com/2025guideig

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:

🎟️ Save your seat for the Fall Content + Sales Workshop (Sept. 11) → hollymariehaynes.com/fallworkshop

🎧 Explore Anti-Social School™ and learn how to grow without social media stress → hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial

🌎 Website → hollymariehaynes.com

📲 Follow Along on Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes

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In this week's pep talk, I share why we completely rebuilt our flagship offer and how we quietly launched it grassroots-style with our audience’s help.

In today's episode, I share:

• Why we scrapped our original program and what’s new (brand-new modules, 90 days of support, and AI bots built into every step)
• How we rewrote the entire funnel based on client interviews and the “voice of customer” strategy
• The affiliate program that helped us test the new system without a huge public launch
• What worked—and what you can swipe to refresh your own offer without starting from scratch

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED

💸 Save your seat for the new Ditch the Social Drama Workshop → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/workshop

🌟 Join the Anti-Social School™ waitlist → hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial

🌎 Website → hollymariehaynes.com

📲 Follow Along on Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes

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Launching or growing your podcast in 2025? In this episode, I sit down with Cait Howard—founder of Amplify Boutique and the behind-the-scenes editor of this very show—to talk all things podcasting. Cait has helped entrepreneurs launch and grow hundreds of shows, leading to more than 5 million downloads, and she knows what it really takes to create a podcast that works for your business and your life. Together, we dive into the shifts happening in podcasting, from video and SEO to authenticity and monetization, plus how to keep your show sustainable without burning out.

Whether you’re just starting or looking to refresh your podcast, this episode is packed with insights that will help you evolve with the industry and stay ahead of the curve.

Today you will hear:

• The key podcasting trends for 2025—including SEO, video, and bolder positioning—and how to adapt to them.
• Why authenticity matters more than ever, and how “behind-the-scenes” content can strengthen audience trust
• Cait’s perspective on video strategy, YouTube Shorts, and creative ways to repurpose content across platforms.
• How she and her team use AI (including custom GPTs) to streamline production while keeping each client’s unique voice.
• Practical monetization strategies—from affiliates to partnerships to using your podcast as a marketing asset for your own offers.
• Cait’s best advice for new podcasters: why it’s okay to start messy and let your show evolve as you grow.

CONNECT WITH CAIT:

Website: amplifyboutique.com

Instagram: @heycaithoward

Studio Set Up Guide: https://amplifyboutique.com/#studioguide

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:

🎟️ Save your seat for the Fall Content + Sales Workshop (Sept. 11) → hollymariehaynes.com/fallworkshop

🎧 Explore Anti-Social School™ and learn how to grow without social media stress → hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial

🌎 Website → hollymariehaynes.com

📲 Follow Along on Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes

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In this week's pep talk, I share exactly how to grow your email list in September so you can turn those subscribers into sales by the end of the year—without posting every day or burning out on social media.

In today's episode, I share:

• Why most business owners wait too long to grow their list (and how it costs them sales)
• What’s actually working right now to build your list—like roundtables, monthly workshops, and seasonal freebies
• How your email list becomes your #1 moneymaker for holiday promotions
• Real client examples of prepping early and selling with ease
• My favorite strategies for borrowing other people’s audiences through partnerships, bundles, and swaps
• If you’ve ever felt like Black Friday comes out of nowhere, this episode will give you the clarity and the plan to grow now so you’re not scrambling later.

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:

🎟️ Save your seat for the Fall Content + Sales Workshop (Sept. 11) → hollymariehaynes.com/fallworkshop

🌟 Join the Anti-Social School™ waitlist → hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial

🌎 Website → hollymariehaynes.com

📲 Follow Along on Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes

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Building a business isn’t just about strategy—it’s about the inner dialogue that keeps you moving forward when things get tough. In this episode, I sit down with Dawn Ledet, a life and business coach, author of Master Your Inner Dialogue, and host of the Self-Trust Solution podcast. With over 20 years of leadership experience and thousands of coaching sessions under her belt, Dawn knows exactly what it takes to strengthen your self-trust so you can follow through on your goals.

Dawn shares her proven 3E Success Method, practical tools to stop battling yourself, and simple mindset shifts that help you move through doubt, procrastination, or perfectionism. If you’ve ever felt stuck, scattered, or like you’re capable of more but just can’t follow through, this conversation will give you the clarity and confidence to keep going.

Today you will hear:

• What self-trust really is (and isn’t), and how it impacts your ability to achieve business goals.
• Signs you may be struggling with self-trust—like rewriting your to-do list or second-guessing decisions—and how to turn them into opportunities for growth.
• Dawn’s 3E Success Method: the cycle of making decisions, following through, and having your own back.
• How to create a personalized “comfort plan” to support yourself through the discomfort of growth and change.
• The “I’m so impressed” list and other simple tools to help you build confidence and celebrate progress along the way.
• A powerful mindset shift—“All of me is for me”—that unites your inner dialogue and reduces self-sabotage.

CONNECT WITH DAWN:

Website: www.theselftrustcoach.com

Instagram: @dawnledetcoach

7 Day Self Trust Boost Series: https://www.theselftrustcoach.com/self-trust-boost-series

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:

🎟️ Save your seat for the Fall Content + Sales Workshop (Sept. 11) → hollymariehaynes.com/fallworkshop

🎧 Explore Anti-Social School™ and learn how to grow without social media stress → hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial

🌎 Website → hollymariehaynes.com

📲 Follow Along on Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes

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In this week's pep talk, I share why the best holiday sales actually start in September—and how you can set up a stress-free, profitable Q4 without scrambling, posting daily, or relying on a Black Friday sale.

In today's episode, I share:

• My exact Audit + Align process (straight from inside Anti-Social School™)
• How we mapped out our offers in September and avoided last-minute panic
• The list growth strategies that actually work right now (and the one we’re using this month)
• How to review your calendar so you can unplug and still hit your sales goals
• Real-life examples of how I structured our Q4 launches without a massive Black Friday push

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:

🎟️ Save your seat for the Fall Content + Sales Workshop (Sept. 11) → hollymariehaynes.com/fallworkshop

🎧 Explore Anti-Social School™ and learn how to grow without social media stress → hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial

🌎 Website → hollymariehaynes.com

📲 Follow Along on Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes

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Thinking about adding LinkedIn to your marketing mix? In this episode, I chat with Mollie Lo, LinkedIn business coach, CEO, and founder of Lotus Mentoring. With two decades of experience in HR leadership and entrepreneurship, Mollie blends strategy with business spirituality to help coaches and service providers attract aligned clients without cold DMs or burnout. We dive into how to decide if LinkedIn is right for your business, practical ways to build your presence without spending hours online, and what to actually say to turn connections into clients. If you’ve been curious about LinkedIn or want to make it work for you in just 15 minutes a day, this conversation is a must-listen.

Today you will hear:

• How to decide if LinkedIn is the right platform for your ideal clients and business goals.
• Mollie’s 15-minute lead generation routine that makes LinkedIn manageable and effective.
• The types of content LinkedIn’s algorithm is prioritizing right now (and how to make yours stand out).
• Practical tips for building authentic connections and writing non-cringey messages that convert.
• Creative strategies to optimize your profile for first impressions and attract aligned opportunities.

CONNECT WITH MOLLIE:

Website: www.lotusmentoring.net

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lotusmentoring/

FREE 15 Min LinkedIn Lead Generation Strategy: https://www.lotusmentoring.net/signup

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:

 🎧 Download the New Anti-Social School™ Workshop → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/workshop 

 🌟 Join our new Anti-Social School™ (completely revamped and redone for 2025) and build your audience with less stress now → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 

 🌎 Website → hollymariehaynes.com

 📲 Follow Along on Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 

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In this week's pep talk, I share exactly how our business paid for a 10-day Hawaii vacation (yes, including flights + hotel), using a combination of travel savings and credit card points.

In today's episode, I share:

• The 5% monthly travel fund strategy we use—no matter where we’re going
• How we pivoted from Maine to Hawaii just 6 weeks before leaving (because our points went further!)
• The exact cards we used, how we combined points, and why we never redeem them for anything but travel
• How asking for an upgrade scored us a beachfront room + free breakfast
• My “sandwich strategy” for saving on food without skipping the good stuff
• Tour + activity tips (and one I’d skip next time)
• How we ran our Holly-Days promo while on vacation—adding an extra five figures in revenue without daily posting

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:

 🎧 Download the New Anti-Social School™ Workshop → hollymariehaynes.com/workshop

 🌟 Join our new Anti-Social School™ (completely revamped and redone for 2025) and build your audience with less stress now → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial

 🌎 Website → hollymariehaynes.com

 📲 Follow Along on Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes

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