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If you've been showing up online, creating content, engaging on social media, and still not seeing sales—this episode is for you. In today’s episode of Grow My Business, we’re digging into the real reason your business isn’t growing... and it’s probably not what you think.

If you are getting leads, it's not your marketing. It's sales that's the problem.

Most small business owners don’t have a marketing problem. They have a sales problem. And the good news? Sales is a skill you can learn.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The difference between sales and marketing—and why it matters

Three signs your sales process is holding you back

What to do if you hate follow-up or feel “salesy”

How to build a simple, confident sales conversation that converts

If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start closing sales, join Sales Simplified: 7 Weeks to Selling with Confidence — the self-paced course designed to help small business owners close more sales without burnout or pressure.

Go to https://sales.lindsayfletcher.co to enroll today.

***EDIT: I said the wrong website address in this episode - go to https://sales.lindsayfletcher.co to learn more about the sales course!

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Today's episode is all about my new course Sales Simplified - it's FINALLY here!  It's be a labor of love, and I'm extremely proud of this course. 

This course is for small business owners and their teams who:

Sound like you???

Sales Simplified was design for small business owners who want to stop running on the marketing hampster wheel of death and want to start making an income. 

Check out my new course Sales Simplified HERE to learn more! 

Let's connect:

Email - [email protected]

Women in Business Community

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If you're doing "all the right marketing things" but still not hitting your sales goals, you're not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down the key difference between marketing funnels and sales funnels, and why understanding the two can completely change the way you grow your business.

You'll learn:

The real role of your marketing funnel

What a sales funnel actually looks like

Why small business owners need a sales system

How to stop relying on hope and start guiding people to a decision with confidence

Plus, I’m sharing details on my brand new course:

If you’ve never had formal sales training but you’re ready to sell with confidence (and without feeling salesy), this episode is for you.

Links mentioned:

Sales Simplified Course – Learn more & join the waitlist HERE

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In this short and honest update, I’m sharing why I had to delay the launch of my sales course. 

📆 New launch date: June 16

If you’ve been waiting for the course—thank you. I see you, and I’m building this for you.

💌 Be sure you're on the email list so you don’t miss the launch or the bonus content coming your way! Go to LindsayFletcher.co and enter your email address.

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Welcome to Grow My Business: Sales & Marketing for Small Business without Social Media Overwhelm.  I'm your host, Lindsay Fletcher.

If you’ve ever said, “I hate selling” or “I’m just not good at it,” you’re not alone—and this episode is for you.

In Episode 69, we’re getting real about the actual reasons small business owners struggle to sell their services and products—and what to do instead. Spoiler: it’s not about being more confident or using a fancy script.

You’ll learn:

The top 3 mistakes keeping entrepreneurs stuck in “marketing mode” instead of making sales

Why winging it is killing your conversions (and how to prep like a pro)

How to reframe sales as service, not pressure

Simple, repeatable actions that lead to actual revenue

Plus, I’m teasing a BIG announcement—my brand-new sales course launches next week! It’s built for people just like you who want to sell with confidence, clarity, and zero sleaze.

If you're tired of second-guessing your offer, avoiding follow-ups, or feeling like you're bothering people—this episode will shift your mindset and your strategy.

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Are you constantly working in your business but wondering why your revenue isn’t growing? In this episode, we’re cutting through the noise and talking about how to focus on revenue-generating activities that actually grow your small business. These are the tasks that lead to income — not just the ones that keep you busy.

Whether you're a service provider, product-based business, or coach, this episode will help you identify the 2-3 money-making moves that deserve your attention each week so you can work smarter, not harder. We are doing less but better in 2025!

What you’ll learn:

What actually counts as a revenue-generating activity

Why most small business owners stay busy but broke

How to identify YOUR top 2-3 sales-driving tasks

A simple way to plan your week around income-producing work

What to stop doing, delegate, or automate

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Download my Sales Growth Tracker to make more money

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Tired of chasing clients on social media? You’re not alone — and you don’t have to grow your business that way! In today’s episode, we’re talking about one of the most underused and most powerful strategies for small business growth: finding referral partners. Whether you’re B2B or B2C, this episode will walk you through the mindset, approach, and practical steps to building relationships that lead to consistent, qualified referrals.

Plus, I’m sharing the inside scoop on the Screen Free Challenge — a free 31-day experience to help you ditch the scroll and build real momentum in your business this summer.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

What referral partners are (and why they matter for small businesses)

How to network with intention and find aligned business relationships

Why B2B strategies are powerful even if your clients are B2C

Simple steps to confidently introduce yourself and connect authentically

My top 3 tips for introverts or anyone nervous about networking

How to close the referral loop and build trust that leads to more referrals

Today’s action step:

BONUS --> You'll receive a free 45-minute coaching call with Lindsay for signing up for the challenge!

Let’s connect:

Join my free community for women in small business

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Are you glued to your phone, constantly posting but not seeing sales roll in? Exhausted by the never-ending scroll and wondering if social media is really the best way to market your business?

In this episode of Grow My Small Business, I’m getting real about social media overwhelm—and inviting you to join the Screen Free Challenge, a 31-day reset to help you reclaim your time, your peace, and your productivity.

We’ll talk about:

Why social media may not be the best sales and marketing tool for your small business

The surprising truth about how many actual sales come from posting on social media

What I’ve gained since removing social media from my phone in January 2025

How to get hours back in your week without losing momentum in your business

A completely free challenge that gives you 31 days of real action steps to grow your business without social media stress

This isn’t about quitting Instagram forever. It’s about building smarter marketing habits and discovering proven sales strategies that don’t require 24/7 online hustle.

👉 Join the challenge now at ScreenFreeChallenge.biz

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In this special episode of Grow My Business, I’m sharing the recording of our first-ever Women in Small Business Book Club meeting! We dove into The No B.S. Small Business Book: How to Win When Most Fail by Casey Graham—and let me tell you, the conversation was full of powerful insights for women entrepreneurs and small business owners.

But first, I give a quick update on the beta launch of my Sales Course and share what one student had to say about how learning buyer psychology helped her land a new client right after listening to Module 2!

Whether you’re looking to grow your business, boost your sales skills, or just want a supportive community of women in small business, you’ll love this episode.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

If you’re serious about building a business that thrives—and doing it with less hustle and more intention—this episode is for you.

Resources & Links:

🎧 Be sure to follow the show and leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review to help more women discover Grow My Business!

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Cold calling, cold emailing, and cold messaging don’t have to feel cold! The key? Preparation. In this episode of Grow My Business, I’m diving into the BIG mistakes most people make when reaching out to potential clients (or podcast hosts—hello, terrible pitches!) and what you should be doing instead.

If you want to book more clients, increase sales, and create real connections, this episode is a must-listen. I’m sharing how to warm up your cold outreach, research your prospects, and start conversations that actually lead to business.

Hit play to learn:

If you’re tired of getting ghosted or feeling awkward reaching out to potential clients, this episode will give you a proven approach to making sales in a way that feels natural, effective, and human.

🎧 Don’t forget to hit ‘Follow’ so you never miss an episode! And if you found this helpful, please leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review—it means the world to me!