Passports, Profits and Pixie Dust | Business Systems, Coaching & Marketing for Travel Agents

In this episode of the Purpose and Pixie Dust podcast, host Lindsay Dollinger shares her journey as a woman entrepreneur, high school Spanish teacher, and a business coach aiming to help women build financially freeing online businesses. Lindsay recounts her recent experiences, including the lessons learned from starting a new Instagram account after her original one got deactivated, and a severe injury that resulted in fracturing both ankles, leading to surgeries and a newfound appreciation for business systems that support her during recovery. She emphasizes the importance of not relying on a single platform for business and shares tips on fostering connections, choosing platforms that align with your interests, and the potential changes in Instagram's model. Lindsay also teases upcoming events and offerings, including a free event and the return of a refreshed past offering.

00:00 Welcome to Purpose and Pixie Dust

00:16 Building a Business While Juggling Life

00:47 The Journey of Entrepreneurship and Personal Growth

01:10 A New Chapter: Starting Fresh on Instagram

01:48 A Personal Story of Resilience and Recovery

17:32 Embracing a New Social Media Strategy

23:39 Expanding Your Reach Beyond Social Media

25:44 Upcoming Events and Closing Thoughts

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In this episode of 'Purpose, Profits and Pixie Dust', Lindsay Dollinger dives deep into how women entrepreneurs can leverage Trello for better business organization and growth. Sharing her personal journey of juggling multiple six-figure businesses alongside her duties as a full-time Spanish teacher, Lindsay discusses her mission to help women achieve financial and time freedom through effective online business strategies. Overcoming a severe leg injury, she continues to provide productivity tips, social media guidance, branding expertise, and the importance of having a good business system in place. Lindsay further explains the benefits of Trello as a project management tool, offering listeners a chance to grab her business blueprint board. She details how Trello has revolutionized her business setup by acting as a 'second brain', optimizing organization, and streamlining processes. From effective monthly planning to consolidating all business ideas in one place, Lindsay shares how she uses Trello to manage her content, collaborations, client testimonials, and much more, offering actionable advice for listeners to implement in their own businesses.

00:00 Welcome to Purpose and Pixie Dust

01:27 A Personal Story of Recovery and Resilience

02:41 Mastering Productivity with Trello

08:31 Discover Bella Bling Shop: Magical, Comfy Fashion

09:30 Deep Dive into Trello: Organizing Your Business and Life

31:30 Wrapping Up: The Power of Organization

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In this episode of the Purpose and Pixie Dust podcast, host Lindsay Dollinger explores the concept of Return on Investment (ROI) and its critical importance for online entrepreneurs. She begins by defining ROI as the measure of return on an investment relative to its cost, emphasizing not just the financial aspects but also the value of time and effort. Lindsay discusses various scenarios where ROI plays a key role, such as in marketing campaigns, hiring decisions, and investing in personal development through coaches or mastermind groups. She offers practical advice on how entrepreneurs can make informed decisions about allocating their resources effectively, stay accountable by avoiding 'shiny object syndrome,' and track results to ensure investments drive business growth. Lindsay also touches on her personal experiences with ROI, including participating in and hosting summits, and provides tips on goal setting, research, and adaptability. The episode concludes with details about her upcoming retreat at Walt Disney World and how listeners can engage with her services for further support.

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00:12 Understanding ROI in Your Business

00:55 The Importance of ROI for Entrepreneurs

02:25 Applying ROI to Various Aspects of Your Business

03:25 Personal Experiences with ROI

04:28 Strategies for Maximizing ROI

10:25 Key Tips for Applying ROI Concepts

23:03 Wrapping Up and Retreat Announcement

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In this episode of the Purpose and Pixie Dust podcast, host Lindsay Dollinger interviews Rachel Mark, a registered acupuncturist and health coach, to discuss the significant role of acupuncture and understanding the nervous system for entrepreneurs and busy individuals. Rachel shares her personal journey into acupuncture, driven by her experiences as a ballet dancer and her fascination with the body's innate ability to heal. She highlights the importance of supporting nervous system health and getting to the root cause of health issues. Rachel also explains the basics of acupuncture in an accessible manner, touching on traditional Chinese medicine principles and the benefits of acupuncture for down-regulating the nervous system, releasing endorphins, and rebalancing energy. Furthermore, the conversation delves into nervous system regulation and its critical impact on business performance. Rachel and Lindsay explore practical steps for busy women and entrepreneurs to manage their nervous system health, including the significance of breath work, the need for realistic scheduling, and the importance of community and education. The episode is packed with insights on adapting routines to support wellbeing and the transformative power of saying 'Yes' to new experiences and self-care.

00:00 Welcome to the Purpose and Pixie Dust Podcast

00:32 Meet Rachel Mark: A Journey into Acupuncture and Health Coaching

04:01 Demystifying Acupuncture: How It Works and Its Benefits

08:15 Harnessing the Power of the Nervous System for Business Owners

13:25 Practical Tips for Nervous System Regulation

23:22 Morning and Evening Routines for Well-being

26:21 Favorite Reads and Dream Vacations: A Personal Insight

29:55 Connecting with Rachel: How to Engage with Her Work

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Today is an episode originally aired on Ruthie Sterrett's The Consistency Corner. It's a conversational interview with Lindsay Dollinger about what is working for her and what isn't in 2024.

Balancing Business with Passion: Lindsay Dollinger's Journey

In this episode of the Consistency Corner podcast, the host welcomes back Lindsay Dollinger to discuss the power of collaboration, her upcoming big collaboration project, and her business journey. Lindsay shares insights on balancing her career as a high school Spanish teacher with her passion for coaching women in growing their online businesses. Her venture focuses on strategy, systems, and productivity, emphasizing how she transitioned from network marketing to building a personal brand and starting a podcast. She highlights the importance of understanding personal motivations and the impact of her business on her life, including the ability to support her lifestyle and pursue travel. Lindsay also touches on the significance of personal development, decision-making, and leveraging collaborations like summits for business growth. Additionally, the episode covers choosing the right social media platforms and the strategic focus on Instagram and LinkedIn for business expansion.

00:52 Lindsay's Business Journey: From Teacher to Business Coach

02:56 Balancing Teaching and Business: Lindsay's Why

09:28 The Decision-Making Process in Business and Life

14:57 Navigating Social Media Strategy and Platform Choices

21:18 Navigating Client Expectations and Social Media Strategy

22:19 The Power of Sales Days on Social Media

23:10 Visibility and Engagement in the Evolving Digital Landscape

25:33 Leveraging Summits for Growth and Visibility

29:13 Strategic Planning and Goal Alignment for Business Success

33:59 Personal Insights: Binge-Worthy Shows and Snacks

36:45 Looking Forward: Travel Plans and Connecting Online

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Finding Alignment in Your Business and Personal Life

In this episode of Purpose and Pixie Dust, host Lindsay Dollinger explores the concept of alignment in both business and personal life. Lindsay emphasizes the importance of ensuring one's purpose, passion, and actions are aligned to avoid building a business that does not fulfill desired personal life goals. She offers a comprehensive guide through an energy alignment check consisting of six key questions aimed at self-reflection on purpose, core values, audience resonance, supportive environments, personal growth alignment, and identifying missing elements in life and work. Additionally, Lindsay provides actionable steps for course correcting and realigning with one's true north, including revisiting mission and values, listening to the audience, clearing energetic blocks, and cultivating a supportive environment. The episode aims to encourage listeners to regularly check alignment, make intentional actions, and understand that creating a fulfilling business requires inner work and alignment with one's true purpose.

00:00 Welcome to Purpose and Pixie Dust

00:07 The Importance of Alignment in Business and Life

02:11 Conducting an Alignment Check: Key Questions to Ask Yourself

07:30 Exploring Solutions for Misalignment

11:23 Actionable Steps to Realign Your Business and Energy

15:19 Closing Thoughts and Retreat Announcement

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In today's episode, I share 5 ways you can add revenue to your business this week! Most of these are things you can do today and immediately bring in more money.

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In this episode of the Purpose in Pixie Dust podcast, host Lindsay Dollinger interviews Hanna Hermanson, the CEO of the Feminine Marketing Boutique. Hanna shares her journey from a small-town girl in Wisconsin to a renowned business coach and marketing expert, emphasizing the role of feminine energy in personal branding and marketing strategies. She introduces her innovative approach, the feminine marketing funnel, highlighting the significance of understanding and leveraging one's human design in crafting personalized marketing strategies for coaching businesses. The conversation delves into practical advice for creating engaging content, the importance of video marketing, and the benefits of a done-for-you marketing approach offered by her agency. Hannah and Lindsay discuss morning and evening routines, favorite personal development books, and dream vacation destinations, rounding out the episode with actionable insights and personal anecdotes.

00:00 Welcome to Purpose in Pixie Dust: Introducing Hanna Hermanson

00:54 Exploring Feminine Energy in Business with Hanna Hermanson

01:39 Hanna's Journey: From Snowy Wisconsin to Entrepreneurship

05:10 The Shift to Done-For-You Marketing and Personalized Strategies

05:36 Embracing Human Design in Marketing

09:11 Navigating Social Media with a Feminine Marketing Approach

16:10 Repurposing Content Across Platforms for Effective Marketing

19:58 Elevating Your Content Game: Beyond Webinars and PDFs

20:23 The Power of Video Content and Personal Engagement

20:49 Leveraging Reciprocity in Marketing

21:19 The Importance of Follow-Up and Personal Connection

21:54 Action, Clarity, and Embracing Feminine Energy

22:51 The CEO's Funnel: Connecting, Engaging, Offering

23:42 Transforming Sales Calls into Opportunities for Growth

27:55 Building a Comprehensive Marketing Funnel with Hanna's Agency

34:46 Personal Insights: Morning and Evening Routines

38:11 Dream Vacation and Wrapping Up

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In this episode of the Purpose and Pixie Dust podcast, Lindsay Dollinger discusses how to transform your existing skills into a business, emphasizing that this guidance is useful both for those already in business and those considering starting one. She shares her journey from being a Spanish teacher and leveraging her teaching skills to become a 'teacherpreneur'. Lindsay talks about understanding and listing your diverse skill sets, including natural abilities and those acquired over time, and translating these into business ideas. She focuses on educators but asserts that these principles apply to various professions. The episode covers practical steps for identifying transferable skills and brainstorming business opportunities, ranging from online tutoring and curriculum design to becoming a travel agent or online content creator. Lindsay mentions a free training resource available for further learning and introduces her Dream Business Academy Live course for those interested in creating their own business. Moreover, she encourages listeners to dream big, explore possibilities beyond traditional careers, and not be afraid of pivoting or exploring multiple interests. The episode is aimed at empowering individuals, especially women, to leverage their skills for entrepreneurship and personal growth.

00:00 Welcome to the Purpose and Pixie Dust Podcast!

00:30 Transforming Skills into a Business: An Introduction

01:11 The Journey of a Teacherpreneur

04:33 Exploring Transferable Skills and Their Business Potential

10:03 Creative Business Ideas for Teachers and Beyond

20:38 Taking the Next Steps: Research and Decision Making

23:21 Encouragement and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of Purpose & Pixie Dust, Lindsay Dollinger shares insights into being productive and efficient, despite a challenging week due to tornadoes affecting her community. Lindsay also offers tips on leveraging AI tools like ChatGPT and Descript for business efficiency, repurposing content across platforms, and utilizing other people's audiences for visibility. She stresses the importance of engaging in daily conversations with potential clients and promoting free resources as lead magnets. Additionally, Lindsay advises on the significance of scheduling, using organizational tools like Trello, and focusing on income-producing activities to avoid wasting time on non-essential tasks. The episode aims to help listeners become more self-aware and efficient in their business operations.

00:00 Introduction and New Microphone Discussion

02:17 Diving into Productivity

03:43 Personal Story: Tornado Incident

10:06 Efficiency Tips: Using AI in Business

15:10 Importance of Repurposing Content

16:42 Leveraging Other People's Audiences

19:33 Promoting a Freebie and Importance of Email List

20:36 Efficiency Tips: Scheduling and Using Trello

30:08 Efficiency Tips: Focusing on Income Producing Activities

32:59 Conclusion: Embracing Efficiency and Productivity