Small Business Growth Made Simple

🎙️ In this episode, we explore the transformative power of stepping out of the shadows and into the light as a business owner. From embracing visibility to overcoming the fears of imperfection, we’ll discuss why showing up authentically is the key to connecting with your ideal clients and unlocking growth. Tune in to discover actionable tips to build confidence, gain clarity, and create a business that thrives when you let yourself be seen.

✨How to take up more space and accelerate your growth.

✨What it means to take up space as a woman in business.

✨Why do so many of us struggle to claim and own our space?

✨The risks of staying small and how it impacts your growth.

✨Taking bold steps towards the growth you deserve.

✨And a lot more!

If you’ve been on the fence about starting that project, now’s the time. Take that bold step!
Join me inside my group mentorship - The REL AccelerateHER - to get strategic guidance, practical tools and trainings, hand-holding around implementation, and the kind of support that keeps you moving forward when the hardships of growing your business set in. Learn more and register today: bit.ly/accelerate-her 

Episode Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to Crescendo

00:40 The Importance of Taking Up Space

01:42 Understanding Confidence and Clarity

03:33 Overcoming Barriers to Growth

06:11 The Risks of Staying Small

07:51 Rachel’s Personal Action Plan to Take Up More Space

11:24 Taking Bold Actions

12:03 Join The Real Accelerator Program

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LET'S CONNECT!

If you’re ready to take the next step in your business, attract your dream clients, or gain clarity on your strategy, I’d love to connect. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, I’m here to support you in building a business that aligns with who you are at your core and the lifestyle you want to live. Simply schedule a complimentary consult call here: https://relimpact.as.me/coffee-chat  or connect with me through one of these channels:

Website: www.relimpact.com

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relimpact

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🎙️ In this episode, Rachel sits down with Rifka Lebowitz, a Certified Financial Planner, author, and founder of Living Financially Smarter in Israel. Rifka shares her inspiring journey from a secure banking career to building a thriving business in personal finance, an uncharted field in Israel when she first started. Over the past 16 years, she’s not only become a trusted expert but also a sought-after public speaker and author.

Together, Rachel and Rifka explore:
✨ How personal finance impacts everyone—no matter their starting point.
✨ Overcoming fear and taking risks to pursue meaningful work.
✨ The power of offering value first to foster trust and organic growth.
✨ Why following your intuition can lead to success.
✨ How fear is meant to protect you, not stop you, from using your authentic voice.

Rifka’s story isn’t just about finances—it’s about empowerment, growth, and building confidence. Whether you’re navigating your own financial journey or looking for inspiration to take bold steps in your career, this episode is filled with actionable insights and motivation to help you live smarter and take control.

Episode Chapters:

01:35 Rifka's Journey to Financial Expertise

04:16 Starting the Business: Early Challenges and Successes

05:11 Developing a Financial Framework

11:43 Leveraging the Community for Business Growth

13:08 Challenges and Setbacks in Business

18:56  Advice for Small Business Owners

20:55  Women's Financial Empowerment

26:37 One Tip for Women Striving to Honor Their Authentic Voice

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Rifka Lebowitz is the founder of Living Financially Smarter, author of Smarter Israeli Banking, and a Certified Financial Planner with over 25 years of experience in the financial space. A trusted voice in personal finance, Rifka has built a thriving and active community of over 40,000 members through her Facebook group “Living Financially Smarter in Israel.”   With expertise in portfolio management, investment advisory, personal banking, and budgeting, Rifka has helped countless Olim and Israelis achieve financial stability and long-term success. She encourages open discussions and advocates for a big-picture approach to financial planning.

Website: https://rifkalebowitz.com/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/219528557090

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RifkaLebowitzFinancialConsultant

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rifkalebowitz/

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LET'S CONNECT!

If you’re ready to take the next step in your business, attract your dream clients, or gain clarity on your strategy, I’d love to connect. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, I’m here to support you in building a business that aligns with who you are at your core and the lifestyle you want to live. Simply schedule a complimentary consult call here: https://relimpact.as.me/coffee-chat  or connect with me through one of these channels:

Website: www.relimpact.com

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relimpact

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🎙️ In this episode, Rachel shares ten transformative lessons she learned over the past year. A lot has happened in 2024, and it’s important that we slow down to think about how to avoid what went wrong and how to continue what went right. Today, we’ll learn about:

✨ Energetic Exchange: Business success often results from aligning energy with values and actions, not just from pushing harder.

✨ Consistency: Consistent efforts, even if small, build the foundation for long-term growth.

✨ Authenticity: Being upfront about your values and beliefs attracts people who align with you and builds trust.

✨ Brand Experience: Investing in creating meaningful and memorable interactions shapes your brand identity and fosters strong client relationships.

✨And a lot more!

Whether it’s for life or business, we hope you can use these for a successful 2025. Stay tuned!

Episode Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:48 Lesson 1: The Energetic Exchange in Business

03:59 Lesson 2: Consistency is Queen

05:48 Lesson 3: Embrace Your Unique Expertise

08:02 Lesson 4: Focusing on One Thing

10:20 Lesson 5: Imperfect Presence

11:56 Lesson 6: Stand Up for Your Beliefs

13:23 Lesson 7: Embracing Your Role

16:46 Lesson 8: Overcoming Rough Patches

19:00 Lesson 9: The Power of a Niche

20:17 Lesson 10: Investing in Your Brand Experience

22:32 Conclusion and Recap

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LET'S CONNECT!

If you’re ready to take the next step in your business, attract your dream clients, or gain clarity on your strategy, I’d love to connect. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, I’m here to support you in building a business that aligns with who you are at your core and the lifestyle you want to live. Simply schedule a complimentary consult call here: https://relimpact.as.me/coffee-chat  or connect with me through one of these channels:

Website: www.relimpact.com

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relimpact

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🎙️ In this episode, Rachel sits down with teacher, healer, and mentor Rena Forester, whose work centers around helping people connect themselves to heal and grow. She shares her journey from the world of education into the universe of yoga, where she found healing and eventually came to help others heal. Together, Rachel and Rena discuss:

✨ The importance of prioritizing wellbeing, cultivating self-care, and connecting deeply with yourself.

✨ Recognizing that you have the power to heal yourself. 

✨ How to focus on what matters by doing small, consistent actions that lead to progress over time.

✨ The idea of “breaking down to build up.” Overcoming challenges in life or business leads to growth.

The world we’re in right now is filled with a “do more” attitude. However, these ideas often lead to stress and burnout. Today, Rena helps us understand the value of being intentional with our actions, leading to doing less but actually achieving more. Stay tuned!

Episode Chapters:

01:43 Meet Rena Forester: Teacher, Healer, Mentor

03:22 Rena's Journey: From Education to Yoga

06:49 Empowering Others: Rena's Mission

10:32 What Happens When You Follow Your Authentic Voice

19:15 The Power of Doing Less

23:46 The Importance of Believing in What You Offer

25:57 Rena's New Ventures and Vision

29:33 Rena’s One Tip for Women Striving to Honor Their Authentic Voice

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Rena is a professional educator, healer, and mentor with 10+ years of experience with organizations and individuals internationally, across various disciplines. She has reduced stress in her own life and healed multiple health conditions. She often smiles from ear to ear while teaching because teaching and empowering others to heal themselves brings her so much joy. Rena believes that you are the healing and she views you as the expert in yourself. Rena meets you where you are and empowers you to lead the way to where you desire to be. At the core of her work are her personal self-care-practices, rooted in self-awareness and self-compassion.

Website: https://rejuve.b12sites.com/landing-page
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rena.shoshana/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renasf/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rena.forester
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@renashoshana

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LET'S CONNECT!

If you’re ready to take the next step in your business, attract your dream clients, or gain clarity on your strategy, I’d love to connect. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, I’m here to support you in building a business that aligns with who you are at your core and the lifestyle you want to live. Simply schedule a complimentary consult call here: https://relimpact.as.me/coffee-chat  or connect with me through one of these channels:

Website: www.relimpact.com

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relimpact

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🎙️ In this episode, Rachel sits down with public speaker, therapist, and speaking coach Kari Knutson who shares her inspiring journey from therapist to professional speaker, navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, mindset shifts, and learning to confidently own her voice. Together, Rachel and Kari discuss: 
✨ How to embrace your authentic self and "get big" without ego, but through service. 
✨ Overcoming the fear of public speaking and shifting the focus to delivering value. 
✨ The challenges of leaving a full-time job, pricing your worth, and building a thriving business. 
✨ Practical tools for becoming a confident, effective speaker – whether you're on stage, online, or leading a meeting. 
This episode is filled with golden nuggets for any woman striving to own her voice, take up space, and step into her next level of growth. If you’ve ever doubted your value or hesitated to share your message, Kari’s wisdom will inspire you to "just do you" and shine. Tune in for an uplifting conversation that will leave you ready to share your voice with the world! 

Episode Chapters:

02:23 The Magic of Friendship and Triplets

02:53 Becoming a Speaker

03:37 Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety

04:48 Journey to Professional Speaking

06:32 Owning Your Title and Value

13:24 Authenticity in Speaking

13:38 The Power of the Peacock

20:38 Building a Business and Self-Worth

22:00 Embracing the Entrepreneurial Mindset

22:59 Overcoming Business Fears and Misconceptions

24:14 The Importance of Asking for Help

25:15 Transitioning from Therapist to Entrepreneur

28:18 The Value of Charging for Your Services

30:36 Expanding Business Opportunities

37:32 Future Plans and Advice for Aspiring Speakers

42:10 Kari's Tip for Women Striving to Honor Their Authentic Voice

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Kari Knutson is a professional speaker, therapist, and storyteller whose goal is to take psychology ‘off the couch’ and bring it to the people. She does this through her engaging, humor-forward presentations and impactful coaching sessions. In addition to training and coaching across the United States, Kari has a monthly podcast called Get Big Out Loud where she explores the funny, complex, and beautiful ride of life. She also performs in a laugh-out-loud storytelling show that she wrote and directed called, ‘Ain’t Never Met a Stranger’, all about our shared human experience. Kari lives in Denver, Colorado with her husband, two children, two cats, and five very emotionally intelligent guinea pigs.

Connect with Kari:
Website: https://knutsonspeaks.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KnutsonSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knutsonspeaks/

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Let's Connect!
If you’re ready to take the next step in your business, attract your dream clients, or gain clarity on your strategy, I’d love to connect. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, I’m here to support you in building a business that aligns with who you are at your core and the lifestyle you want to live. Simply schedule a complimentary consult call here >> https://relimpact.as.me/coffee-chat << or connect with me through one of these channels:
Website: www.relimpact.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relimpact
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relimpact

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This episode explores the complexities behind buying decisions, focusing on balancing cost and value. Using personal anecdotes, we get into the importance of quality, relationships, and confidence in both consumer and business contexts. We need to be more intentional with pricing and invest in worthwhile and meaningful options.

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Registration is now open for my Revenue Roadmap workshop, an in-person event here in Modiin on December 11, where we’ll spend five hours together mapping out your personalized strategy and action plan for 2025.

If you’ve ever struggled to put strategy behind your to-do list or felt like you’re spinning your wheels, this workshop will be a game-changer. I guarantee you’ll walk away with clarity, focus, and a clear roadmap to achieve your goals in the new year. To get all the details and to register, head over to my website to sign up. I’d love to see you there!

https://relimpact.com/revenue-roadmap-2025

Follow Rachel and her work as a Business Mentor + Strategist at REL Impact:

www.relimpact.com

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relimpact

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On this episode of CRESCENDO, we interview Susan Kramer, an accomplished nonprofit development expert. We talk about overcoming fears, finding and amplifying one's authentic voice, and the importance of relationships and mentoring in building a successful entrepreneurial journey.

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Susan has served as Chief Development Officer at Allied Jewish Federation of Colorado, where she implemented an annual campaign producing $13M from 6.2K donors. She spent time as CEO at the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas where she laid the groundwork for an entirely new fundraising approach geared to 21st century donors and built a Women’s philanthropy center from the ground up. She also served as the Director of External Relationships for Momentum, where she increased overall donation dollars $1.4M, led dozens of large-scale events in major cities, and facilitated a major initiative to ensure organizational compliance.

In addition to her executive leadership, she’s personally raised millions in gifts, launched a philanthropy education platform that empowers families to develop a giving strategy, and served on The Opus Prize jury that determined the recipient of a $1M grant.  Her well-known talent for mentoring young adults also resulted in her reconnection with Regis University as an adjunct professor in the Master of Non-Profit Development program.

Susan offers a teachable platform that prepares executives, boards, teams, and individuals to shift into a new paradigm of nonprofit development. This new model is proven to reinvigorate passion, engage stakeholders at every level, and catalyze a new relationship-based approach to donor development. Through educational programming, executive guidance, and on-the-ground support she partners with organizations to overcome common stumbling blocks, strengthen teams, and tap into new sources of funding.

Susan Kramer holds a Masters in Non-Profit Management from Regis University, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, and is a certified Competent Toastmaster.

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://susankramerconsulting.com/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susan.kramer.9 | https://www.facebook.com/SusanKramerConsulting 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kramersusan/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/susan-kramer-consulting/

Registration is now open for my Revenue Roadmap workshop, an in-person event here in Modiin on December 11, where we’ll spend five hours together mapping out your personalized strategy and action plan for 2025.

If you’ve ever struggled to put strategy behind your to-do list or felt like you’re spinning your wheels, this workshop will be a game-changer. I guarantee you’ll walk away with clarity, focus, and a clear roadmap to achieve your goals in the new year. To get all the details and to register, head over to my website to sign up. I’d love to see you there!

https://relimpact.com/revenue-roadmap-2025

Follow Rachel and her work as a Business Mentor + Strategist at REL Impact:

www.relimpact.com

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relimpact

Episode Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Crescendo

01:11 Revenue Roadmap Workshop Announcement

02:15 Introducing Susan Kramer!

03:09 The Power of Connection

06:00 Susan's Journey from Hairdresser to Fundraiser

08:59 Making the Leap to Consultancy

12:55 Rachel's Process to Organize the Chaos

16:15 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Change

19:25 “You Are a Badass” Calendar

20:43 The Power of a Growth Mindset

21:10 House Dog vs. Street Dog Mentality

22:27 Identifying Your Unique Communication Style

24:14 Finding and Amplifying Your Voice in Business

25:36 Human-Centered Design in Fundraising

26:56 The Role of Data and Analytics

31:34 Empowering Others and Building a Team

37:01 One Tip for Women Striving to Honor Their Authentic Voice

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On this episode of CRESCENDO, we interview Ruth Rubin, a high school dropout turned successful entrepreneur. Together, they delve into Ruth's inspiring journey from manual labor to founding a global HR company. Ruth shares invaluable insights on resilience, finding one's unique value in business, and balancing multiple roles as a mother and mentor. The conversation emphasizes the importance of authenticity, self-belief, and perseverance for female entrepreneurs.

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Ruth Rubin dropped out of school at the age of 15 to work in cleaning and manual jobs. At 26 years old, she founded and ran for over 17 years a large successful staffing company in the UK. Her company later spun off a global HR tech company which was successfully sold in 2021. Ruth is now an exited entrepreneur dividing her time between mothering her four children, angel investing into aspiring founders, consulting to corporations on their people and culture, and building the largest pre-seed accelerator in Israel. Ruth’s talent is that she can spot potential in even the darkest hidden corners of a person and help them correctly appraise their true value. She uses this superpower when coaching and mentoring her clients to create mini revolutions in helping them truly and correctly value themselves based on objective facts over mere positive thinking. Ruth holds a master's degree in Philosophy with a special interest in business ethics.

Connect with Ruth:

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-rubin-3685a451/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ruth.rubin.7

Website - https://www.ruthrubin.com/

WISH YOU KNEW EXACTLY HOW TO REACH YOUR REVENUE GOALS?

My most sought-after workshop, Your Revenue Roadmap, is back (!!) to help you design a clear, strategic path to reach your business dreams.

In just two days, you’ll walk away with a customized action plan and the clarity to make 2025 your best year yet. Get ready to map out your success and step into a year of growth, more money, and deeper impact.

Join the waitlist now to be the first to know when registration opens and unlock exclusive early bonuses! Don’t miss your chance to get a head start!

✨ https://relimpact.com/revenue-roadmap-2025

Follow Rachel and her work as a Business Mentor + Strategist at REL Impact:

www.relimpact.com

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relimpact

Episode Chapters:

00:00  Meet Ruth Rubin: From High School Dropout to Successful Entrepreneur

04:17 The Turning Point: Discovering Sales and Entrepreneurship

11:21 Challenges and Advantages as a Female Entrepreneur

23:27 Balancing Multiple Roles: Mother, Investor, Mentor

26:37 Supporting Founders: Ruth's Current Ventures

30:00 Embracing Rejection and Criticism

32:31 Your Revenue Roadmap Workshop

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On this episode of CRESCENDO, we interview Gila Levitt, a Torah marriage and intimacy specialist. We discuss Gila’s journey from in-person teaching to online courses, emphasizing the importance of niching, the power of community support, and leadership skills. The episode covers strategies for client engagement, redefining marketing, overcoming business challenges, and highlights the impact of lifelong learning and personal growth in entrepreneurship.

✨Join my Client Attraction Webinar! https://relimpact.com/client-attraction

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Gila Levitt is a Torah Marriage and Intimacy Specialist with 20 years of experience teaching Kallahs and training Kallah Teachers under the Center for Taharas Hamishpacha in Israel. She has guided over 3,000 women (and men) towards more fulfilling marriages, addressing the lack of knowledge about intimacy that often leads to stress and tension in relationships.

Gila created "Heart of Marriage: Soul Satisfying Oneness" to help couples revitalize their intimacy and improve Shalom Bayis, fulfillment in the Torah home, changing a ‘duty’ to a meaningful connection. She offers classes, teleconferences, and courses to empower Jewish women with a Torah perspective on marriage and intimacy. She lives in Jerusalem, Israel.

Learn more about Gila and her programs: https://heartofmarriage.org/

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Rachel E. Lubchansky is an entrepreneur (launched, grew, sold her first business 20 years ago) turned business mentor and strategist empowering women with the practical strategies, skills, and support they need to bring in more clients, achieve work-lifestyle harmony, and experience more joy in their life. She is passionate about helping her clients transform from overwhelm/confusion into confident CEOs who have the capacity to do more of the work they've been called to do. To learn more about Rachel and her work, or to schedule a complimentary consult call, visit www.relimpact.com. 

Follow Rachel and her work:

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relimpact

Episode Chapters:

00:00 Introducing Gila Levitt!

06:37 Providing Something That Others Don’t

10:33 The Power of Niching

15:19 Achieving Early Success

17:20 Engagement and Gamification Strategies

20:53 Redefining Marketing: Helping Others Invest in Themselves

21:54 Overcoming Business Challenges

23:18 The Importance of Delegation and Team Management

27:35 Staying Motivated When Business Doesn’t Go Your Way

30:05 Personal Growth Through Business Development

34:39 How Can Women Entrepreneurs Over 50 Honor Their Authentic Voice?

36:10 Conclusion and Upcoming Webinar (Link to Register for Client Attraction Blueprint:https://relimpact.com/client-attraction)

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On this episode of CRESCENDO, we delve into WHO you need to be - not WHAT you need to do - to build a successful and sustainable business. Tune in as I uncover the foundations that support you in building a business from the inside out and share the mindsets, beliefs, and practices that enable you to become the person who realizes her vision.

Ready to take the inner work and meld it with the outer work to grow your business?
Join my Client Attraction Webinar!

https://relimpact.com/client-attraction

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Follow Rachel and her work as a Business Mentor + Strategist at REL Impact:

www.relimpact.com

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relimpact

Episode Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Crescendo

00:48 The Importance of Self-Discovery in Business

02:45 Be a Woman with a Voice

08:43 Believe in Yourself

12:12 Manage Your Mind

16:50 Self-Care for Success

21:55 Recap and Final Thoughts

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