Sick and Successful Podcast

Episode 78 of the Sick and Successful podcast is a short yet important episode. In less than 10 minutes, I'll be sharing with you one of the most important pieces of business advice you may have not considered. I learned my lesson the hard way and hope to share this with you so you don't have to. 

I share about one of the hardest experiences I've yet to experience in business and give you tips to avoiding those sames mistakes. 

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Having lawyer may not seem important when starting a business I'm telling you, it's crucial. Having written legal contracts with your clients, employees and business partners will save you. The million dollar you thats coming in the future will thank you.

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In this episode, I speak my truth. Let me tell you this – no matter how much you're stepping into your power or duct-taping your business together, don't forget about the legalities and contracts!

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Whether signing new clients, hiring employees, or taking on business partners, contracts will save your butt and your business. It is normal to have conflicts in business, so having a lawyer ensure your doing everything by the book will save you endless amounts of time AND MONEY in the future. When you take the power of a contract lightly, you open yourself up to what I call "untied knots."

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If thing happen in your business (which if your growing they will) and lawyers get involved, always stand up for yourself. Never doubt your gut and intuition because it's often spot on!

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Liked this episode? I would love to hear about the legal business problems you faced through my Instagram (@for.the.success) or share it in our Facebook group! 

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Stay connected with us through these links:

www.sandscreative.ca

www.instagram.com/s.and.s.creative

www.instagram.com/for.the.success

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Today’s episode on the Sick and Successful podcast is one of the most special ones yet! I’m so excited to celebrate and share with all of you the first year business anniversary of S&S Creative Media! Through all the ups and downs, this journey has been one heck of an amazing roller coaster ride full of experiences and lessons. If nobody has ever told you about the mixed emotions and pressure you’ll be facing when starting a business - I’ll be the one to tell you all that in this episode!

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Building a business has never been easy and leaving the corporate world after 12 years of working wasn’t an easy choice either. Have you ever felt like no matter how much time and effort you gave for work it just never was enough? Like you always thought and said to yourself you can do and achieve so much more? These were just a few of the dilemmas I faced when starting S&S that I look back on today as we celebrate our first anniversary. 

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I always dreamed of becoming a successful business woman - and this first year anniversary proves that with passion and stepping into yourself and your powers (also known as faking it til you make it for me) - you can achieve anything. 

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I started S&S Creative back in 2021 while on my maternity leave. Like many entrepreneurs, we’re all waiting for the perfect opportunity to discover what kind of business we can succeed in - and the moment I knew I would succeed in this business  was when my good friend Danielle asked me to manage her social media page. Right at that moment I knew what I truly wanted to do!

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Apart from all the business success and growth this past year, I still experience struggles with myself. 

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I’ll be totally honest and vulnerable - I always had a hard time celebrating my own success, I felt defeated even when business was going great, and at some point, the imposter syndrome was stronger than ever! 

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I want to set an example for all the dreamers out there through this episode that you have the potential in you to achieve your dreams - you just need to believe in it and hone it! Learn to celebrate the small wins and learn from the struggles you face - experience is the best lesson in business! I want you to also always remember that you are never alone on your journey and that family and friends are always there to celebrate with you when achieving your success! 

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Enjoyed this episode? Natalie would love to hear how your first year in business was like through the DMs on Instagram (@for.the.success) or reaching out through email at [email protected]!

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Stay connected with us through these links:

www.sandscreative.ca

www.instagram.com/s.and.s.creative

www.instagram.com/for.the.success

This episode was very hard for me (Natalie) to record. I'm going to be opening up with you and sharing one of my biggest struggles that I've been battling for years—Crohn's, but more specifically, weight gain on biologic medications.

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Being Sick AND Successful (you know the premise of my whole company) means I share these moments with you no matter how hard.

In today's FIRST duo of a Youtube Video and Podcast (found on all platforms), I'm sharing about my experience with biologic medication and weight gain and how that affects my day-to-day life and business.

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What does it mean to love and accept yourself no matter what?

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In today's episode of The Sick & Successful Podcast, it's time to get honest about loving me and my body. I talk about my journey with Crohn's disease and various medications that caused side effects I had (and have) no control over. The extreme weight gain has caused mental health struggles that I still battle to this day, especially now that it's happening all over again.

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Tune in and get to know more about my story with Humira and weight gain and now, most recently, Entyvio and weight gain.

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Watch on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/R6LjijK2V7g 

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Loved this episode? Feel free to comment or share your experience and thoughts with Natalie through the DMs on Instagram (@for.the.success) or reach out through email at [email protected]!

 Stay connected with us through these links:

www.sandscreative.ca

www.instagram.com/s.and.s.creative

www.instagram.com/for.the.success

In today’s episode, our featured guest is not only a dear client but also a long-time friend (and soul sister)! I am elated for you to get to know Danielle Hobin, the CEO, and founder of Bloom Esthetics - a spa, brow bar, and academy. Get to know more about Danielle as she shares her journey on how she started her business from the ground up amidst all the ups and downs brought by COVID-19 and the challenges of actually owning a business and being the boss!

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With a passion for beauty, teaching others, and her business, Danielle shares her many experiences as well as even detailing how she and Natalie met (in the most awkward way) - becoming each other’s partners or business besties—ever heard of running a successful business by just winging it? That was Danielle way back before she hired Natalie for her social media - and they WILL tell you, social media works! Because hon, IT DOES!

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As business besties, Natalie and Danielle share how their businesses empower not only them but also the women and the community around them. From facing the uncertainties and struggles of the pandemic to going through the difficulties of being the boss and a business owner - Natalie and Danielle are proof that having a business bestie is the start of achieving the success of a lifetime!

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Tune in and get to know how these extraordinary ladies do it - their advice, the do’s and don’ts of business, and how you can pivot your business when the going gets tough!

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Enjoyed this episode? Kindly comment or share your thoughts on Instagram by tagging or sending Natalie (@for.the.success) a DM on Instagram or email at [email protected]!

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Stay connected with us through these links:

www.sandscreative.ca

www.instagram.com/s.and.s.creative

www.instagram.com/for.the.success

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Connect with Danielle through these links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloomestheticsinc/?hl=en

Website: https://www.bloomestheticsinc.ca/

Today’s episode comprises of Rachel Pereyra’s story as to how she became a Queer People Leader and DOO & OBM Agency Owner. She shares about her mission to help women and LGBTQ+ founders find success in their operations through engaged teams & streamlined systems.

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As an openly queer woman, she works to ensure her work and her agency are inclusive and equitable. At the same time, she is battling invisible illnesses while running her business, which is actively growing. This experience is what Natalie and Rachel share.

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Listen to how these incredible women manage to start a business from scratch and strive to help open more doors for marginalized communities.

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Bonus: Listen to the whole episode for a surprise promo from our sponsor.

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Loved this episode? Please rate, share on Instagram, and don't forget to tag Natalie @for.the.success! If you have thoughts and comments, send her a DM or email her at [email protected].

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Get in touch with us through these links:

www.sandscreative.ca

www.instagram.com/s.and.s.creative

www.instagram.com/for.the.success

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Connect with Rachel through these links:

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

Website: http://mastermindbusinessservices.com/instagram/

Money talk makes everyone uncomfortable, but we all want the financial freedom of not thinking about money in every move we make. How do we go from fear to freedom? We shift our money mindset.

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In this episode, Gigi Bier, a money coach with a twist, the founder of My Cats And Me Profit Alignment, shares how she helps entrepreneurs build a profitable and sustainable business that supports their lifestyle.

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She also talks about how you can be more comfortable talking about money and why you should start looking at it differently, especially if you want to grow your business. 

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Listen now and start the shift!

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Loved this episode? Please rate, share on Instagram, and don't forget to tag Natalie @for.the.success! If you have thoughts and comments, send her a DM or email her at [email protected].

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Get in touch with us through these links:

www.sandscreative.ca

www.instagram.com/s.and.s.creative

www.instagram.com/for.the.success

Connect with Gigi through these links: 

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

SMA Quiz: https://t6qtpzutmta.typeform.com/sma-quiz

Natalie records this episode with a heavy heart to let you know that you are not alone. The world feels burning, and it really is hard to go through life as if nothing's happening. But you don't have to dismiss everything.

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We all process our emotions in one way or another. In this episode, Natalie shares how she processes her feelings and knows that was the right way for her. You might want to copy what she does or do whatever you see fit for you.

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Grab a tea or coffee or any of your favorite drinks, and let's chat!

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Loved this episode? Please rate, share on Instagram, and don't forget to tag Natalie @for.the.success! If you have thoughts and comments, send her a DM or email her at [email protected].

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Get in touch with us through these links:

www.sandscreative.ca

www.instagram.com/s.and.s.creative

www.instagram.com/for.the.success

Hire slowly, fire quickly are the words Natalie lives by. As S&S Creative is close to its 1st birthday, Natalie shares a story of how she had to let go of 6 employees in the first 8 months of the business. It may sound bad initially, but it's justified by the values her company follows. 

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Listen to the story of her hiring and firing experiences and how that has taught her to keep a tightly knit company by implementing core values and putting the right people in the right seats.

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If you're still doubting your firing skills, this episode is perfect for you.

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Loved this episode? Please rate, share on Instagram, and don't forget to tag Natalie @for.the.success! If you have thoughts and comments, send her a DM or email her at [email protected].

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Get in touch with us through these links:

www.sandscreative.ca

www.instagram.com/s.and.s.creative

www.instagram.com/for.the.success

Now is the time you stop fearing failure. The title says it all. Natalie loves failing for these 5 reasons:

1. Best teacher

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Listen to this episode to learn more about each reason and some stories of failure towards success. 

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Loved this episode? Please rate, share on Instagram, and don't forget to tag Natalie @for.the.success! If you have thoughts and comments, send her a DM. 

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Get in touch with us through these links:

www.sandscreative.ca

www.instagram.com/s.and.s.creative

www.instagram.com/for.the.success

We always hear the saying, “It will all fall into place at the right time.” But when’s the right time? Nobody really knows. Although, in this episode, Natalie shares how she finally sees how pieces eventually fall into place for her.

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After a series of unfortunate events years ago, she didn’t know what God was trying to tell her. Natalie was confused and somehow disheartened, but a few weeks ago, she realized how getting fired from her dream corporate job happened for a reason. 

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Listen to her story and be inspired to trust in the divine timing. 

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Loved this episode? Please rate, share on Instagram, and don’t forget to tag Natalie @for.the.success! If you have thoughts and comments, send her a DM. 

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Get in touch with us through these links:

www.sandscreative.ca

www.instagram.com/s.and.s.creative

www.instagram.com/for.the.success