Dream Doers Podcast

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HIGHLIGHTS:

• Why your phone is always full — and how to finally fix it for good.

• The easiest way to back up every photo (without losing your mind).

• How SmugMug keeps your images safe, organized, and easy to find.

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• Tips for getting started and freeing up space today.

🎧 Entrepreneurship isn’t just about building dreams—it’s about amplifying your voice and protecting what you’ve built. In this episode of the Dream Doers Podcast, I sit down with powerhouse Yolanda M. Smith—award-winning personal branding coach, business strategist, keynote speaker, and founder of Branding for Success.

🔥 Yolanda shares her journey from corporate leader to full-time entrepreneur, how she turned setbacks into stepping stones, and why your brand is the key to influence, impact, and income. We talk confidence, consistency, mindset, and the legal blind spots every entrepreneur must cover to safeguard their success.

💬 Drop your biggest branding win—or a time you struggled to put your voice out there—in the comments. What’s one step you’ve taken (or need to take) to turn your story into influence?

✨ Follow Jana with the Dream Doers Podcast on TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook: @thedreamdoers.podcast and visit my website at www.thedreamdoers.com

🌐 Connect with Yolanda and learn more at www.branding4success.com & https://www.yolandamsmith.com/

📝 Read all the Show Notes (full script) on our blog: https://www.janamarie.co/blog🎧 Entrepreneurship isn’t just about building dreams—it’s about amplifying your voice and protecting what you’ve built. In this episode of the Dream Doers Podcast, I sit down with powerhouse Yolanda M. Smith—award-winning personal branding coach, business strategist, keynote speaker, and founder of Branding for Success.

🔥 Yolanda shares her journey from corporate leader to full-time entrepreneur, how she turned setbacks into stepping stones, and why your brand is the key to influence, impact, and income. We talk confidence, consistency, mindset, and the legal blind spots every entrepreneur must cover to safeguard their success.

💬 Drop your biggest branding win—or a time you struggled to put your voice out there—in the comments. What’s one step you’ve taken (or need to take) to turn your story into influence?

✨ Follow Jana with the Dream Doers Podcast on TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook: @thedreamdoers.podcast and visit my website at www.thedreamdoers.com

🌐 Connect with Yolanda and learn more at www.branding4success.com & https://www.yolandamsmith.com/

📝 Read all the Show Notes (full script) on our blog: https://www.janamarie.co/blog

Business owners find out the hard way that one bad client, one missed contract clause, or one unexpected lawsuit can undo years of hard work.

In this episode of the Dream Doers Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on the legal blind spots that almost cost me everything—and how you can avoid making the same mistakes. From contracts to client disputes to staying legally covered, consider this your Business Survival Guide: Legal Protection 101.

💬 Share your own business “close calls” or legal scares in the comments. Have you ever had a client not pay, a contract go sideways, or a moment you wished you had legal backup? Let’s swap stories—because every entrepreneur has one.

✨ Follow Jana with the Dream Doers Podcast on TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook: @thedreamdoers.podcast and visit my website at ⁠⁠www.thedreamdoers.com

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📝 Read all the Show Notes (full script) on our blog: ⁠https://www.janamarie.co/blog

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✨ Episode Highlights:

00:00 Understanding Business Risks and Legal Protections
00:33 Understanding the Need for Legal Support
09:01 Navigating the Legal Landscape
13:12 Empowerment Through Legal Resources
15:06 The Importance of Proactive Protection in Business
18:17 Empowering Legal Protection through Rich Life Alliance
23:09 Protecting Your Business

🎧 Entrepreneurship looks glamorous from the outside—freedom, flexibility, success on your own terms. But what most people don’t see is the struggle behind the scenes. 

In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the dark side of entrepreneurship: the burnout, the sacrifices, and the unexpected challenges that come with building a business. These are the stories every business owner has—the ones people are dying to know about, but no one really talks about out loud. So tune in, laugh with us, and then..

💬 Drop your own business horror stories in the comments. Misery loves company, but entrepreneurs love a good laugh… even if it’s #toosoon.

✨ Follow Jana with the Dream Doers Podcast on TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook: @thedreamdoers.podcast and visit my website at ⁠⁠www.thedreamdoers.com⁠⁠

📝 Read all the Show Notes (script) on our blog: ⁠https://www.janamarie.co/blog⁠

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✨ Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to the Journey of Podcasting

00:56 The Realities of Entrepreneurship

03:15 Behind the Scenes of Business Challenges

04:24 Navigating Business with Friends and Family

08:56 Lessons Learned from Personal Experience

09:09 Navigating Client Expectations and Feedback

22:20 Building Trust and Managing Relationships

30:36 Overcoming Betrayal and Loss

43:23 Lessons Learned and Moving Forward

47:46 Introduction to Rich Alliance

48:16 Legal Protection and Contract Essentials

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In this heartfelt episode, Jessica Roark opens up about her 21-year journey as a creative entrepreneur and mother, navigating life's challenges with resilience and grace. From overcoming personal hardship and redefining her identity post-divorce, to building a supportive team and exploring her artistic boundaries through underwater fine art—Jessica’s story is a powerful reminder of the importance of authenticity, courage, and self-love. Tune in for honest reflections on balance, growth, and the magic that happens when you embrace your true self. This is more than a conversation—it's an invitation to live boldly and trust the process of becoming who you're meant to be.

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00:00 Celebrating 21 Years of Creativity

02:59 Navigating Personal and Professional Life

05:49 Building a Supportive Community

09:00 The Journey of Divorce and Self-Discovery

11:27 Embracing Authenticity in Hard Times

14:32 Finding Balance and Setting Boundaries

27:43 Navigating Personal and Professional Identity

29:00 Balancing Creativity and Business

32:56 The Emergence of Fine Art

40:38 Faith and Personal Growth

44:28 Words of Wisdom for Navigating Life's Challenges

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🎧🎤 Did Jessica’s journey inspire you to embrace your true self and find liberation in your life? Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!

🌈 Follow Jessica Rourke’s creative journey at https://epagafoto.com/ and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/epagafoto. Explore her stunning Fine Art work at https://www.instagram.com/jessicaroark.art/

💬 I’d love to hear what resonated most with you from Jessica’s story—her resilience, creativity, or her honest insights on life and growth. Tag us @thedreamdoers.podcast and @epagafoto so we can celebrate your journey, too.

✨ Loving these heartfelt stories of transformation? Leave a review or hit follow so you never miss a powerful episode.

📝 Read the full show notes and reflections on my blog: https://www.janamarie.co/blog

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🎧Join us as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Stacy Rich, founder of S Rich Life Coaching and Rich Life Podcast and a true embodiment of perseverance and purpose. From Kansas City to Panama City Beach, her journey is packed with valuable lessons on trust, manifestation, and building a life you love. 🌊

Tune in now to get her empowering tips on overcoming roadblocks, manifesting your dreams, and creating a life of intentionality!

💬Think of a time when you received a sign or intuitive push that led you closer to your dreams. Share your story or your sign with us and tag #DreamDoersPodcast. Let’s inspire each other to trust our inner guidance!  Tag us @richlifeconnections and @thedreamdoers.podcast so we can cheer you on, too.

🌈 Follow Stacy’s business at https://srichlife.com/ and instagram https://www.instagram.com/srichlife_coach

✨ Follow Jana with the Dream Doers Podcast on TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook: @thedreamdoers.podcast and visit my website at ⁠⁠www.thedreamdoers.com⁠⁠

📝 Read all the Show Notes (script) on our blog: ⁠https://www.janamarie.co/blog⁠

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✨ Episode Highlights:

00:00 Introduction to Stacy Rich

02:39 The Journey of Self-Discovery

09:22 Lessons from Corporate Life

13:35 The Move to Panama City Beach

22:03 Current Goals and Future Aspirations

24:06 Empowering Through Knowledge of Rights

26:21 The Birth of Rich Life Alliance

27:51 Navigating Business Partnerships

29:50 Emotional Intelligence in Business

32:33 The Importance of Communication

36:43 Integrating Personal Development and Business

41:04 The Impact of Personal Life on Business Success

43:53 Manifestation and Emotional Alignment

49:35 Overcoming Roadblocks with Discipline

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💬 I’d love to hear your favorite features about this program. Tag us @thedreamdoers.podcast and @dubsado so we can cheer you on, too.

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📝 Read all the Show Notes (script) on our blog: ⁠https://www.janamarie.co/blog⁠

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✨ Episode breakdowns:

[00:00] Intro & Catching Up

Welcome back Dream Doers! A quick note to catch up on Season 1, Episodes 6 and 7 with Bethany Shipley — don’t miss those if you haven’t listened yet.

[02:30] My Journey Into Digital Client Management & 20% Discounts Baby!

How a client inquiry while I was out of town exposed the limitations of paper contracts and invoices — and launched my search for better tools.

[04:00] Why Dubsado Changed My Life

Sharing why this program became my lifesaver personally and professionally during the hardest years of trauma and survival.

[04:36] Feature #1: It’s All Online

[05:07] Feature #2: Intuitive Design & Unmatched Customer Service

[06:30] Feature #3: Always Free Upgrades

[06:56] Feature #4: Manage Up to Three Businesses

[07:43] Feature #5: Built-in Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Sync

[08:35] Feature #6: Dashboard & Workflow Management

[12:10] Feature #7: Fully Customizable & Brandable

[13:30] Feature #8: Client Portals for Easy Access

[14:49] Feature #9: Project & Job Tracking

[15:20] Feature #10: Legally Binding Online Contracts

[15:57] Feature #11: Online Payments Made Simple

[16:48] Feature #12: Tips & Client Appreciation

[17:05] Feature #13: Automations & Workflows

[22:15] Feature #14: Scheduled & Canned Emails

[24:00] Feature #15: Custom Forms for Every Need

[25:08] BONUS Features & Why I Recommend Dubsado First

Additional perks like access to premade forms for various industries and the ability to sell packages on a page, without an actual website.

[26:45] My Personal Story: How Dubsado Kept Me Afloat Through Trauma

Opening up about surviving abuse, loss, a pandemic, and more — and how Dubsado’s systems kept my business and family supported during those darkest times.

[30:30] Final Thoughts & Discount Code

Encouragement to try Dubsado with my exclusive 20% off code and how this program gave me back precious time with my family.

This isn’t your typical “mompreneur” episode. Jana and Bethany get raw about the messy overlap of motherhood, business, and social media — the tightrope walk between being authentic and protecting your family from online dangers. They dive into the reality of your kids watching your every move, the pressure of sharing your life without exposing too much, and the hard decisions around what belongs online and what doesn’t. They unpack marketing as genuine sharing (not pushy selling), owning the tension of monetizing your story without shame, and why knowing your unique gifts means paying others for theirs too, to relish in your return on time. Most importantly, they reveal the truth: You plant the seeds, but changing hearts is not your job. This episode is a raw survival guide for moms hustling authentically, setting boundaries, and keeping their families safe in a digital world.

🎧🎤 If you’ve ever wanted inside the brain of the wonderful Bethany Shipley, this is one gets you a peak into the goodness. Click play below and join us in choosing to show up authentically online in a healthy way.

🌈 Follow Bethany’s business at www.bethanyshipley.com and instagram @bethanyjshipley

💬 We’d love to hear your favorite takeaway in the comments below. Tag us @thedreamdoers.podcast and @bethanyshipley so we know to chime in!

📝 Read all the Show Notes (script) on our blog: ⁠https://www.janamarie.co/blog⁠

✨  Subscribe to Dream Doer’s YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@dreamdoers.podcast⁠⁠

🌈 Follow Jana with the Dream Doers Podcast on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook: @thedreamdoers.podcast

🌐 Visit my website at ⁠⁠www.thedreamdoers.com⁠⁠

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✨ Episode Highlights:

• [00:00] Regretful Posts & the Evolution of SelfReflecting on old social media posts, growth, and cringe-worthy Facebook memories that shaped who we are today.

• [09:05] The Filter to Use Before Choosing What to Share OnlineBethany shares her "great-grandkids test" and how legacy, maturity, and alignment help determine what’s worth posting.

• [11:53] The Danger of Oversharing ‘Scabs, Not Scars’Why timing matters when sharing vulnerably and how social media isn’t always a safe space for healing.

• [16:00] Stop Taking It Personally: Their Reaction Isn’t Your ResponsibilityInsight into how people’s responses are more about their lens than your truth—and how to let that be okay.

• [26:00] Navigating Sharing Your Story That Involve OthersNavigating vulnerability when your personal story includes your kids or loved ones.

• [32:00] We Are All Sellers - Rethinking Sales & MarketingHow natural enthusiasm and personal experience make the best “marketing."

• [42:00]  What Motherhood Taught Me About BusinessBethany shares how  your children’s uniqueness helps you understand your own gifts in business and the world! And how each of us and our gifts MATTER to how we exist together.

• [46:00] The Best Return on Your Time? Pay the Experts.Jana reminds listeners that being a “do-it-all” entrepreneur isn’t sustainable. Delegating to others in their gifting brings growth, collaboration, and mutual blessing—ultimately leading to more balance and peace

• [56:00]  Modeling Authenticity for Our KidsHow our real-life actions and choices teach children more than words ever could.

• [01:00]  Parenting and Planting SeedsUnderstanding it’s not our job to change hearts but to plant seeds and let growth happen naturally.

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Over a decade ago, Bethany Shipley hired me to capture her wedding. Today, she’s interviewing me on my own podcast. From booking me to interviewing me — this full-circle conversation is packed with wisdom on building a business that lasts, embracing change, and staying grounded through growth. Plus, some real-life chaos — barking dogs and dead laptops included. 🔌🐶 Tune in to hear how two dream doers reconnect and reflect, a decade later.

🎧🎤 If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like when a dream comes full circle, or how relationships — and ripple effects — can span a decade and still surprise you… this one’s going to speak straight to your heart. Hit subscribe and play now to listen in.

🌈 Follow Bethany’s business at www.bethanyshipley.com and instagram @bethanyjshipley

💬 We’d love to hear your favorite takeaway or what “full circle” moment you’re walking through right now. Tag us @thedreamdoers.podcast and @bethanyshipley so we can cheer you on, too.

🌟 Did this episode hit home? Share it with a friend who’s in the thick of building something meaningful — or someone who needs a reminder that growth is a journey worth showing up for.

✨ And if you’re loving these real, raw conversations about dreams, growth, and doing life on purpose — leave a review or hit follow so you never miss a beat.

📝 Read all the Show Notes (script) on our blog: ⁠https://www.janamarie.co/blog⁠

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🌈 Follow Jana with the Dream Doers Podcast on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook: @thedreamdoers.podcast

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Episode Highlights:

🎧 In this Episode, we cover:

• How a former client turned podcast host came full circle to interview me 12 years later
  

• The power of showing up authentically — even when life gets loud (hello, dogs + dying laptops)
  

• Why not every business idea deserves your “yes” — and how to stay grounded through growth
  

• What it looks like to build a brand with staying power, not just passion
  

• The unexpected ways connections and community evolve over time
  

• A behind-the-scenes look at balancing motherhood, entrepreneurship, and embracing change

💬 What good thing do you think you can put down, to make room right now for greater things? Drop it in the comments below on your favorite streaming platform. We’d love to hear from you.

🎧🎤 Ready to slay mom-preneurship through hardship? Hit subscribe and play now to listen in.

📝 Read all the Show Notes (script) on our blog: ⁠https://www.janamarie.co/blog⁠

✨ Subscribe to Dream Doer’s YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@dreamdoers.podcast⁠⁠

🌈 Follow Jana with the Dream Doers Podcast on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook: @thedreamdoers.podcast

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🌐 Visit my website at ⁠⁠https://www.thedreamdoers.com/

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✨ Episode Highlights (for show notes or intro):

- Recognizing that pivoting is power — Being comfortable in the uncomfortable - Breaking free from perfectionism and redefining success as a mom and entrepreneur

- Learning to “put good things down” to make room for great things and manage life more intentionally

- Letting go of the pressure, shame, and mom guilt — especially related to social media and outside expectations

- Sarah's transition from counselor to successful store owner and interior designer

- The power of showing up fully — especially for our kids

- Navigating building a brick-and-mortar business amidst an unexpected divorce — and making space to grieve

- Living in the reality of prayers once whispered in hard seasons

- Why you can be both wildly successful and an incredibly present mom

- Celebrating small wins and giving ourselves permission to be proud

- The importance of a solid support system — and how to find community if you don’t have it yet

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Episode breakdowns:

[00:00] Recap of Last Episode

[02:22] Introducing the Love Sarah Brown

[07:52] Living in the Dreams You’ve Been Praying For

[12:45] How to Balance Motherhood and Entrepreneur Without the Mom Guilt

[27:00] Laying Down “Good” Things for Great Things

[31:25] It Is Not My Job To Convince You of My Reality

[36:53] (I F***ing did that) It’s OK Being Proud of Yourself. Sarah’s Pillars of Strength!

[42:35] Getting Comfortable with the Uncomfortable! Pivoting is Power

[47:00] Embracing Each Season - A Time For Rest, A Time For Hustle[50:58] How a Strong Support System is Key

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💬 What good thing do you think you can put down, to make room right now for greater things? Drop it in the comments below on your favorite streaming platform. We’d love to hear from you.