Fierce Business Babe Podcast with Melissa Lin

In this episode, I'm walking you through a powerful year-end reflection process to help you close out 2025 with clarity and step into 2026 feeling grounded, intentional, and ready for your biggest year yet.

A few items in today's episode include: • Guided journaling prompts to help you reflect on your biggest wins, lessons, and growth in 2025 • How to identify what truly aligned with your values this year (and what didn't) • Why your results always "make sense" — and how to use that lens to grow instead of spiral • The mindset shifts that will support your next level in 2026 • How to release the pressure of perfection and step into progress-focused action • Practical tools and systems to streamline your business for the new year • How to set intentions that feel aligned, expansive, and doable • Behind-the-scenes reflections from my own 2025 and how I'm prepping for a bigger 2026

FREEBIES:

4 Step Training to Start & Scale Your Online Coaching Business:

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/4-steps-to-starting-a-successful-coaching-business

Quiz: Your Next Business Strategy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/quiz

WORK WITH MELISSA:

Are you ready to take your online coaching business to the NEXT level? Have you been wanting to start coaching, finally start making a full time income doing what you love? The Fierce Business Academy might be the right fit for you! Head to the link below for more details and to hop on the waitlist!

The Fierce Business Academy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

The 6 Figure Fierce Business Mastermind:

https://www.themelissalin.com/mastermind

The Caption Capsule

https://www.themelissalin.com/captioncapsule

Create Your Program that Sells in 3 Easy Steps (free guide)

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/2024-create-your-program-that-sells

Promo Code: PODCAST to save $$$ on The Caption Capsule!

Find me on social media for more daily content!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_melissalin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.lin.180410

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fiercebusinessbabes/

Fierce Business Academy: https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how to sell confidently through the holidays — without burnout, without guilt, and without buying into the industry myths that hold so many entrepreneurs back.

A few items in today's episode include: • The biggest myths about selling in December (and why they're simply not true) • How to show up and sell consistently through the holidays — even if you want extra time off • Simple ways to weave the season into your sales plan for higher conversions • Practical ideas to hit your sales goals before the year wraps • Easy end-of-year offers you can promote without creating something brand-new • How to pre-sell spots for January and set yourself up for a strong start to 2024 • Behind-the-scenes examples from my own holiday sales strategy and what works for my clients

FREEBIES:

4 Step Training to Start & Scale Your Online Coaching Business:

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/4-steps-to-starting-a-successful-coaching-business

Quiz: Your Next Business Strategy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/quiz

WORK WITH MELISSA:

Are you ready to take your online coaching business to the NEXT level? Have you been wanting to start coaching, finally start making a full time income doing what you love? The Fierce Business Academy might be the right fit for you! Head to the link below for more details and to hop on the waitlist!

The Fierce Business Academy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

The 6 Figure Fierce Business Mastermind:

https://www.themelissalin.com/mastermind

The Caption Capsule

https://www.themelissalin.com/captioncapsule

Create Your Program that Sells in 3 Easy Steps (free guide)

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/2024-create-your-program-that-sells

Promo Code: PODCAST to save $$$ on The Caption Capsule!

Find me on social media for more daily content!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_melissalin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.lin.180410

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fiercebusinessbabes/

Fierce Business Academy: https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

In this episode, I'm diving into how to map out your own $10K plan before the end of the year, what to prioritize right now, and how to make aligned moves that create quick momentum.

A few items in today's episode include:

• Quick mindset shifts that help you create results fast

• Journal prompts to uncover what's been holding you back

• A behind-the-scenes look at my own end-of-year sales plan

• Simple ways to stack cash using offers you already have

• How to use pre-selling, group offers, and passive products to hit your goal

• Practical ideas for fast cash injections (that don't require burnout)

• Why small, consistent action beats waiting for the "perfect" moment

FREEBIES:

4 Step Training to Start & Scale Your Online Coaching Business:

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/4-steps-to-starting-a-successful-coaching-business

Quiz: Your Next Business Strategy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/quiz

WORK WITH MELISSA:

Are you ready to take your online coaching business to the NEXT level? Have you been wanting to start coaching, finally start making a full time income doing what you love? The Fierce Business Academy might be the right fit for you! Head to the link below for more details and to hop on the waitlist!

The Fierce Business Academy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

The 6 Figure Fierce Business Mastermind:

https://www.themelissalin.com/mastermind

The Caption Capsule

https://www.themelissalin.com/captioncapsule

Create Your Program that Sells in 3 Easy Steps (free guide)

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/2024-create-your-program-that-sells

Promo Code: PODCAST to save $$$ on The Caption Capsule!

Find me on social media for more daily content!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_melissalin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.lin.180410

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fiercebusinessbabes/

Fierce Business Academy: https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what you actually need to start a successful business, what can wait, and how to take aligned, confident first steps without overwhelm.

A few items in today's episode include:

1. The only two things you truly need to start a business

2. How to launch without a website, ads, funnels, or complicated systems

3. The most common mindset blocks new entrepreneurs face—and how to move through them

4. What to focus on first vs. what can wait until later

5. Simple tools to support the early stages of business growth

6. Why "messy action" matters more than perfection

7. Behind-the-scenes examples from my own journey and my clients' wins

FREEBIES:

4 Step Training to Start & Scale Your Online Coaching Business:

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/4-steps-to-starting-a-successful-coaching-business

Quiz: Your Next Business Strategy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/quiz

WORK WITH MELISSA:

Are you ready to take your online coaching business to the NEXT level? Have you been wanting to start coaching, finally start making a full time income doing what you love? The Fierce Business Academy might be the right fit for you! Head to the link below for more details and to hop on the waitlist!

The Fierce Business Academy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

The 6 Figure Fierce Business Mastermind:

https://www.themelissalin.com/mastermind

The Caption Capsule

https://www.themelissalin.com/captioncapsule

Create Your Program that Sells in 3 Easy Steps (free guide)

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/2024-create-your-program-that-sells

Promo Code: PODCAST to save $$$ on The Caption Capsule!

Find me on social media for more daily content!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_melissalin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.lin.180410

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fiercebusinessbabes/

Fierce Business Academy: https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

In this episode, I'm diving into what it really looks like to run and grow your business as an introvert — and how to build success your way, without burning out or pretending to be someone you're not.

A few items in today's episode include:

1. How to structure your business around your energy as an introvert

2. Ways to serve clients without always being on video or live calls

3. Creative delivery ideas for courses and coaching programs

4. How to utilize social media without showing up 24/7

5. Real stories on stepping out of your comfort zone (without overwhelm!)

6. Why there's no one right way to build a successful business

7. Permission to break the rules and create your version of success

And so much more!

Times to check out:

(8:40) Run business as an introvert

(11:15) Moving clients in a way that aligns with you

(16:20) Structures to serve you and your clients.

(25:20) Running business behind the scene

FREEBIES:

4 Step Training to Start & Scale Your Online Coaching Business:

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/4-steps-to-starting-a-successful-coaching-business

Quiz: Your Next Business Strategy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/quiz

WORK WITH MELISSA:

Are you ready to take your online coaching business to the NEXT level? Have you been wanting to start coaching, finally start making a full time income doing what you love? The Fierce Business Academy might be the right fit for you! Head to the link below for more details and to hop on the waitlist!

The Fierce Business Academy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

The 6 Figure Fierce Business Mastermind:

https://www.themelissalin.com/mastermind

The Caption Capsule

https://www.themelissalin.com/captioncapsule

Create Your Program that Sells in 3 Easy Steps (free guide)

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/2024-create-your-program-that-sells

Promo Code: PODCAST to save $$$ on The Caption Capsule!

Find me on social media for more daily content!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_melissalin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.lin.180410

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fiercebusinessbabes/

Fierce Business Academy: https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

In this episode, I'm walking you through how to plan and set up your own Black Friday sale — from what to sell, to the assets you'll need, to how to actually prep ahead so you can enjoy the holidays and make sales!

A few items in today's episode include:

1. When to start planning your Black Friday or holiday sale

2. What to sell (hint: you don't need to create something brand new!)

3. How to build brand awareness before doors open

4. Timeline tips for your sale so it doesn't feel rushed

5. Must-have business assets for a profitable Black Friday

6. How I repurpose my Black Friday materials year after year

7. Behind-the-scenes details on my Black Friday Sale Workshop

Times to check out:

(7:04) Planning Black Friday Sale

(9:33) What to sell

(11:12) Brand awareness

(17:30) Business assets

FREEBIES:

4 Step Training to Start & Scale Your Online Coaching Business:

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/4-steps-to-starting-a-successful-coaching-business

Quiz: Your Next Business Strategy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/quiz

WORK WITH MELISSA:

Are you ready to take your online coaching business to the NEXT level? Have you been wanting to start coaching, finally start making a full time income doing what you love? The Fierce Business Academy might be the right fit for you! Head to the link below for more details and to hop on the waitlist!

The Fierce Business Academy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

The 6 Figure Fierce Business Mastermind:

https://www.themelissalin.com/mastermind

The Caption Capsule

https://www.themelissalin.com/captioncapsule

Create Your Program that Sells in 3 Easy Steps (free guide)

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/2024-create-your-program-that-sells

Promo Code: PODCAST to save $$$ on The Caption Capsule!

Find me on social media for more daily content!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_melissalin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.lin.180410

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fiercebusinessbabes/

Fierce Business Academy: https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how I've built a multiple six-figure business by selling in the DM's (without sales calls for years!) and how you can do the same.

A few items in today's episode include:

1. Why I shifted away from sales calls to DM sales

2. How I've sold everything from courses to $20k packages in the DM's

3. Tips for making DM sales simple and natural

4. What not to do when selling in the DM's

5. How to transition from conversation to sales with ease

6. Ways to pre-qualify leads right inside the DM's

7. How to create multiple "permission slips" for your audience to buy

   Times to check out:

   (9:30) Moving completely away from sales calls

   (14:36) Having the flexibility to sell from phone

   (17:01) Always have a Call to Action

   (21:51) What it should NOT look like

   FREEBIES:

   4 Step Training to Start & Scale Your Online Coaching Business:

   https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/4-steps-to-starting-a-successful-coaching-business

   Quiz: Your Next Business Strategy:

   https://www.themelissalin.com/quiz

   WORK WITH MELISSA:

   Are you ready to take your online coaching business to the NEXT level? Have you been wanting to start coaching, finally start making a full time income doing what you love? The Fierce Business Academy might be the right fit for you! Head to the link below for more details and to hop on the waitlist!

   The Fierce Business Academy:

   https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

   The 6 Figure Fierce Business Mastermind:

   https://www.themelissalin.com/mastermind

   The Caption Capsule

   https://www.themelissalin.com/captioncapsule

   Create Your Program that Sells in 3 Easy Steps (free guide)

   https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/2024-create-your-program-that-sells

   Promo Code: PODCAST to save $$$ on The Caption Capsule!

   Find me on social media for more daily content!

   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_melissalin/

   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.lin.180410

   Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fiercebusinessbabes/

   Fierce Business Academy: https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

In this episode, I'm opening up about a time I had to fire a client, what I learned from the experience, and the key protections every business owner should have in place. A few items in today's episode include:

1. My story of firing a client and what led up to it
2. How to protect your energy and experience as a business owner
3. Red flags to watch out for before saying yes to a client
4. Practical protections to have in place for your business
5. Permission to say no and set strong boundaries

Times to check out:

(6:28) My story

(11:52) How to protect your energy

(20:26) Red flags to watch out for

(26:24) Permission to say no

FREEBIES:

4 Step Training to Start & Scale Your Online Coaching Business:

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/4-steps-to-starting-a-successful-coaching-business

Quiz: Your Next Business Strategy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/quiz

WORK WITH MELISSA:

Are you ready to take your online coaching business to the NEXT level? Have you been wanting to start coaching, finally start making a full time income doing what you love? The Fierce Business Academy might be the right fit for you! Head to the link below for more details and to hop on the waitlist!

The Fierce Business Academy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

The 6 Figure Fierce Business Mastermind:

https://www.themelissalin.com/mastermind

The Caption Capsule

https://www.themelissalin.com/captioncapsule

Create Your Program that Sells in 3 Easy Steps (free guide)

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/2024-create-your-program-that-sells

Promo Code: PODCAST to save $$$ on The Caption Capsule!

Find me on social media for more daily content!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_melissalin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.lin.180410

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fiercebusinessbabes/

Fierce Business Academy: https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

In this episode, I'm opening up about a time I had to fire a client, what I learned from the experience, and the key protections every business owner should have in place. A few items in today's episode include:

1. My story of firing a client and what led up to it
2. How to protect your energy and experience as a business owner
3. Red flags to watch out for before saying yes to a client
4. Practical protections to have in place for your business
5. Permission to say no and set strong boundaries

Times to check out:

(6:28) My story

(11:52) How to protect your energy

(20:26) Red flags to watch out for

(26:24) Permission to say no

FREEBIES:

4 Step Training to Start & Scale Your Online Coaching Business:

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/4-steps-to-starting-a-successful-coaching-business

Quiz: Your Next Business Strategy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/quiz

WORK WITH MELISSA:

Are you ready to take your online coaching business to the NEXT level? Have you been wanting to start coaching, finally start making a full time income doing what you love? The Fierce Business Academy might be the right fit for you! Head to the link below for more details and to hop on the waitlist!

The Fierce Business Academy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

The 6 Figure Fierce Business Mastermind:

https://www.themelissalin.com/mastermind

The Caption Capsule

https://www.themelissalin.com/captioncapsule

Create Your Program that Sells in 3 Easy Steps (free guide)

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/2024-create-your-program-that-sells

Promo Code: PODCAST to save $$$ on The Caption Capsule!

Find me on social media for more daily content!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_melissalin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.lin.180410

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fiercebusinessbabes/

Fierce Business Academy: https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

In this episode, I'm sharing my personal experiences with burnout, the boundaries I've put in place to avoid it, and practical ways to reignite your motivation when business feels heavy. A few items in today's episode include:

1. My biggest burnout moments and what caused them
2. Boundaries I've added to protect my energy and business
3. How I separate business and personal life (and why it matters)
4. Practical tools for spotting burnout before it hits
5. Simple ways to reset and find motivation again
6. Journal prompts to work through a funk

Times to check out:

(8:28) My biggest burnout moments

(13:52) Setting Boundaries

(20:26) Practical Tools

(26:24) Journal Prompts to work through

FREEBIES:

4 Step Training to Start & Scale Your Online Coaching Business:

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/4-steps-to-starting-a-successful-coaching-business

Quiz: Your Next Business Strategy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/quiz

WORK WITH MELISSA:

Are you ready to take your online coaching business to the NEXT level? Have you been wanting to start coaching, finally start making a full time income doing what you love? The Fierce Business Academy might be the right fit for you! Head to the link below for more details and to hop on the waitlist!

The Fierce Business Academy:

https://www.themelissalin.com/academy

The 6 Figure Fierce Business Mastermind:

https://www.themelissalin.com/mastermind

The Caption Capsule

https://www.themelissalin.com/captioncapsule

Create Your Program that Sells in 3 Easy Steps (free guide)

https://melissalincoaching.lpages.co/2024-create-your-program-that-sells

Promo Code: PODCAST to save $$$ on The Caption Capsule!

Find me on social media for more daily content!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_melissalin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.lin.180410

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fiercebusinessbabes/

Fierce Business Academy: https://www.themelissalin.com/academy