Meet Carrie Kerpen—a visionary who scaled a service-based business from the ground up, bootstrapped it, and sold it for 8 figures. Yep, you read that right. 8 figures—and she did it without outside investors. How? Well, today, Carrie’s here to break down exactly how she made it happen.

In this episode, Carrie gives us the real talk on how to build a business that isn’t just about growth theater, but sustainable scaling that actually sets you up for a profitable exit. Whether you’re in a service-based business or not, the strategies Carrie shares are ones that every entrepreneur can apply to their own journey. Here’s what you’ll learn:

If you’ve ever dreamed of building a scalable business that gives you the freedom and financial rewards you deserve, this episode is a must-listen. Carrie’s story is proof that you can scale sustainably, stay true to your vision, and create the future you’ve always wanted.

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Welcome back to The Get Sh!t Done Podcast! I’m your host, Alex Batdorf, aka Chief Get Sh!t Done Officer—and let me tell you, it feels so damn good to be back.

This isn’t just another season; it’s a reawakening. Growth isn’t all breakthroughs—it’s messy, uncomfortable, and, yes, painful. Over the past year, I’ve learned that transformation requires us to let go of the parts of ourselves and our businesses that no longer fit. But when we embrace the pain of growth, that’s when the magic happens.

Here’s what’s in store:
💡 Weekly episodes featuring bold visionary leaders who broke the rules to build their version of success.
🎙️ Our new #AskAlex segment, where I answer your burning questions about business, life, and everything in between.
📚 Premium Growth Playbooks: Bite-sized growth strategies and frameworks ready to implement and help you build a business that lights you up—delivered weekly for just $15 at shegetsshitdone.com/join.

This season, we’re not just building businesses; we’re rewriting the rules of success—together. It’s time to trust yourself, design processes that energize you, and make profits that feel purposeful.

If you’re ready to embrace the discomfort and create a business that honors all parts of you, subscribe now. Join the movement and let’s get sh!t done—on OUR terms.

See you in January 2025. Let’s revolutionize together. ✨

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Phoebe Yu is the Founder & CEO of ettitude, award-winning material science and lifestyle company with the mission to dramatically reduce the harmful environmental impact of textiles. Prior to ettitude, she founded two international trading and sourcing companies.

Kat Dey is the Co-Founder and President of ettitude and previously the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Try The World, an online destination for authentic specialty foods from around the world. She was also named as one of the 35 NYC tech people to watch.

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Millie is a founder, entrepreneur and loving team-builder. She is a well-rounded utility player with experience in management, full-stack software engineering (self-taught), design, product management, strategy, business development, operations, early-stage investing and law. She is passionate about simplifying decisions, building compelling brands, delivering genuine customer service, and enabling remote work. She is the Founder & CEO of Brilliant -

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Elena Valentine has created partnerships with recruitment agencies that have trusted them to capture & share workplace stories for some of the world's largest brands. She takes a consultative role, not just on video but on employee and external communication , which has led to 70% of their clients becoming repeat clients.

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Kendra Bracken-Ferguson is the Founder and CEO of BrainTrust which encompasses BrainTrust Agency, providing social media, influencer marketing and brand development, BrainTrust Founders Studio a membership based platform providing an ecosystem of mentorship, education and community for Black Beauty and Wellness Founders and BrainTrust Fund 1, a venture fund dedicated to investing in Black Beauty and Wellness Founders.    

Kendra has the distinction of being one of only 100 Black women ever to have raised over $1M in investment for her first company.  She has launched three companies herself and achieved over $1M in revenue for each within the first two years or less. 

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Lisa Bragg has literally written the book on bragging about your accomplishments. She is the founder of MediaFace, a Toronto-based content and consulting firm. Lisa has a degree in journalism and 15 years of experience as a TV reporter and news anchor. She has turned her attention to professional development, founding Bragging Rights, where she guides high-achievers to stand out and fit in.

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Are you tired of the same old business talk that never gets to the heart of what's really happening in the startup world? We hear you, and we've got something special brewing for you.

Introducing Get Sh!t Done's very first Tea & Town Hall, where experienced founders, investors, and operators gather to serve up the straight facts on the latest trends and developments in startups and business. This is a no-fluff zone where we keep it real and relatable.

Here's a taste of what Tea & Town Hall offers:

1. The Inside Scoop: Dive into what's really going on in business and startups, keeping founders in the know and on their toes.

2. The Debrief: A break down the latest happenings and how they impact you and your business.

3. Growth Opportunities: A spotlight of the chances for you to level up and expand your horizons.

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In 2019, Caroline Spiegel, Quinn CEO/Founder, was in her senior year at Stanford University. She had taken time off from school to recover from an eating disorder, and, during her recovery, struggled with sexual dysfunction. When looking into solutions, she found that the FDA had approved 30+ sexual dysfunction solutions for men, and 0 for women. These statistics birthed her passion for Quinn.

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