In this freeing episode of the Summer Success Blueprint series, Megan unpacks why the traditional idea of “scaling” might be holding you back, and how to grow your business with more intention and less overwhelm. From simplifying offers to repurposing with strategy, this conversation is your permission to ditch hustle culture and choose sustainable growth that actually fits your life.

If you’ve been asking yourself how to stay visible without adding more to your plate, this episode is for you.

Key Points:

• Why the traditional scaling narrative is broken
• The truth about “doing more” vs. “doing better”
• 3 ways to scale this summer without burning out:

1. Audit & Elevate what’s already working
2. Simplify your offers to fit your summer hours
3. Repurpose with intention to amplify your message

• Real-life examples from Megan’s own business
• A reflection prompt to redefine growth on your terms
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• Upcoming Events

Next Week:

We're diving into resilience... what it really looks like in business and why it’s the quiet backbone of your summer success.

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You walked into the room. Maybe for the first time. Maybe after a long hiatus. And maybe... it actually felt good. So now what?

This week, we’re diving into what happens after the yes in part two of our networking redefined chat. Because it’s not just about showing up. It’s about how you hold your energy, carry the conversation, and follow up with intention. This episode is your practical guide to networking in a way that’s rooted in real confidence, quiet leadership, and meaningful results.

If you’ve ever left a room feeling drained, awkward, or unsure of your next move… this one’s for you.

• Why confidence doesn’t have to be loud... and how to walk in with grounded energy
• Easy, non-awkward conversation openers that create real connection
• What to do after the event to turn that moment into momentum
• How to build a networking strategy that actually works for you
• The true ROI of relationships and how one connection can change everything
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00:00 Introduction to Networking Transformation

01:26 Building Comfortable Confidence

04:0 Effective Networking Strategies

06:33 The Importance of Follow-Up

08:34 Networking for Business Growth

10:47 Reframing Your Networking Approach

14:09 Creating a Sustainable Networking System

16:10Conclusion and Resources

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In this episode of The Boss Society Podcast, host Megan Gillespie gets real about what networking should feel like for women entrepreneurs—especially in the summer. If traditional networking gives you the ick, this conversation will feel like a breath of fresh air. Megan shares why connection over competition is the future, how to make networking feel more human, and the mindset shift that helps you show up with confidence (no perfect pitch required).

Plus...big news! The new Q3 Olympia Boss Society event schedule is here, and we’re simplifying everything to make space for more meaningful connections. What does that mean? Get all the tea in this episode!

Key Points:

• Ditch the pressure to prove yourself
• Connection > competition
• Focus on relationships, not results
• Summer is made for casual, powerful conversations
• Support first, sell later
• Authenticity always wins
• One brave yes can open big doors

Chapters:

00:00 – Redefining Networking for Women

03:22 – The Power of Connection Over Competition

06:23 – Networking in the Summer: A Unique Opportunity

09:47 – Transforming Networking from Transaction to Transformation

10:59 – Building Meaningful Connections

Special Offer:

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Links Mentioned in the Episode:

• Join Olympia Boss Society
• Q3 Event Schedule
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Next Week:

This is part one of our networking redefined series. In part two, we’re diving into how to build visibility and connection if you're an introvert, a busy mom, or just tired of being "on" all the time. You don’t want to miss it.

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In this episode of The Boss Society Podcast, host Megan Gillespie unpacks what it really looks like to manage your time as a business owner during summer. Spoiler alert: it’s not about doing more or sticking to strict routines.

Instead, she shares how to shift into rhythms that actually work so you can grow your business and enjoy your life. You’ll learn how to ditch the guilt, use the Summer Three Method to stay focused, and create white space that gives you clarity.

If you’ve been feeling stretched thin or out of sync, this episode is your gentle reset.

• Summer throws off traditional time management...flexibility is key.
• A break down of the Summer Three Method to keep your priorities focused.
• Letting go of “non-essential” tasks creates clarity and energy.
• Routines don’t have to be rigid, try rhythm-based planning.
• Guilt doesn’t serve you. Rest fuels your momentum.
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00:00 – Navigating Summer’s Time Dynamics

Why summer feels like a paradox and how that impacts your productivity.

04:14 – Overcoming Guilt and Embracing Rest

Why rest isn’t lazy and how to reframe guilt around doing less.

07:06 – The Summer Three Method for Productivity

Megan’s go-to time management tool that helps you focus without the pressure.

09:57 – Shifting from Rigid Routines to Flexible Rhythms

How to work with your energy and your season instead of forcing old habits.

14:07 – Letting Go of Non-Essentials

What’s really necessary, and how releasing the rest creates room to grow.

18:23 – Creating White Space for Clarity

The power of pause and why every entrepreneur needs margin this season.

• Join Olympia Boss Society here

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Your voice matters. Your seat at the table is waiting. See you next time!

Welcome to The Boss Society Podcast and the kickoff of our brand new summer mini-series ✨The Summer Success Blueprint✨. In this episode, Megan shares a behind-the-scenes look at what shifted in her life and business this season, why summer requires a different kind of strategy, and what you can expect from this powerful 8-part series.

If you’re a woman entrepreneur craving more visibility but less burnout this summer, this is your blueprint. We’re redefining success with bite-sized, mindset-shifting episodes that help you stay present, grow with ease, and feel supported by real relationships (not hustle and algorithms).

Key Points:

• A personal story about burnout and the pivot that led to this reimagined series
• Why traditional strategies don’t always work in summer...and what to do instead
• What this 8-part series will cover, including time management, visibility, resilience, and aligned growth
• Who this series is for: women craving freedom, connection, and a business that actually fits their life
• What makes this series different: honest conversations and grounded frameworks from the messy middle
• A summer challenge: what can you simplify in your business without losing momentum?

Feeling this conversation? Join us inside the Olympia Boss Society! Our local community for women entrepreneurs craving connection, strategy, and visibility that feels real. You belong here.

Links Mentioned:

• Follow Megan on Instagram
• Join Olympia Boss Society
• Tag Megan in your summer shift @megangillespie and share what you’re releasing or reclaiming

Next Week:

In Episode 2, we’re digging into what networking can look like...especially if you’re introverted, exhausted, or just over the traditional way of doing it. If the words “connection” and “community” feel good, but “networking” makes you cringe, you’re going to love this one.

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Your voice matters. Your seat at the table is waiting. See you next time!

In this heartfelt episode, Megan sits down with Valerie Gerrits, founder of Cedar Flats Flower Farm + Olympia Speech & Language, to talk about taking bold leaps in business and life. From private speech therapy practice to launching Olympia’s first u-pick flower farm—and now hiring an employee and moving into her own office space—Valerie’s story is all about trusting your timing and growing in ways that actually feel good.

This conversation explores what it really looks like to juggle entrepreneurship and motherhood, redefine success beyond hustle culture, and use your platform (online and off) to build community. If you’ve ever needed a reminder that doing things your own way is more than enough, this one’s for you.

Key Points:

• The journey from speech therapist to flower farmer
• Balancing family, business, and growth without burnout
• Why growing better matters more than growing fast
• The power of setting boundaries and saying no
• How local connection and community have shaped her success
• Email marketing and content that feels aligned

Special Offer:

✨ Want to connect with other women rewriting the rules of business? Join us at an upcoming Olympia Boss Society event—or join our Collective membership, which includes access to all monthly events at no extra cost. Learn more at OlympiaBossSociety.com

Links Mentioned in This Episode:

• Cedar Flats Flower Farm
• Olympia Speech & Language
• Olympia Boss Society Events

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction to Valerie’s Story

02:38 – Starting Her Speech Therapy Practice

05:42 – How the Flower Farm Began

08:16 – Balancing Work and Family

11:09 – Saying No and Setting Boundaries

13:48 – Choosing Community Over Competition

16:34 – Growing Better, Not Just Bigger

19:20 – Why Boundaries Protect Growth

22:15 – Being Okay With Change

24:52 – Building a Support Network

31:32 – Local Marketing and Email Strategy

36:34 – Social Media That Feels Good

45:02 – Real Life, Real Business

48:18 – Rapid Fire: The Fun Stuff

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In this solo episode, host Megan Gillespie breaks down what it really looks like to get your business ready for summer...without burning out, dropping the ball, or disappearing completely. From simplifying your visibility strategy to using theme days for focus and leaning into the magic of in-person networking, this episode is a crash course for you to make summer feel lighter while still moving forward.

Plus, Megan walks you through everything coming up inside Olympia Boss Society this June, including why each event is designed to support you exactly where you are.

• Why summer feels chaotic for women entrepreneurs, and how to prep for it
• Intentional visibility that doesn’t require constant posting
• Why in-person connection > content calendars
• How theme days help simplify your schedule and your brain
• A rundown of every Olympia Boss Society event in June
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🎉 All June events are included in your OBS Membership (no extra cost). Join now to grow your visibility, connect with powerhouse women, and build momentum through the summer.

👉 OlympiaBossSociety.com

• Join Olympia Boss Society
• See all JUNE events
• Coffee & Convos
• Flow & Grow Connection Night
• Content & Co-Working
• 2000s-Inspired Founders & Fitness Dance Class

A powerful guest conversation about taking big leaps in business, including launching Olympia’s first u-pick flower farm.

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Your voice matters. Your seat at the table is waiting. See you next time!

In this episode, Megan sits down with Elizabeth Tennison—a personal chef with a passion for supporting busy women—to talk about what really happens when dinner becomes one thing too many. From debunking the myth that personal chefs are just for the wealthy, to unpacking the emotional labor of feeding a family, this conversation is a permission slip for every woman carrying the weight of the “second shift.”

Together, they explore how outsourcing food isn’t just about what’s on the plate—it’s about reclaiming time, reducing stress, and honoring your energy. Whether you’re a working mom, a business owner, or just tired of staring into the fridge at 5pm, this episode reminds you that you don’t have to do it all alone.

Key Points:

• The reality of the “second shift” and why it’s so emotionally heavy for women
• Why outsourcing food doesn’t make you a failure—it makes you human
• How food can be both love and labor
• Creative ways to simplify your cooking life
• The power of community support in the kitchen

Links Mentioned in This Episode:

• Connect with Elizabeth Tennison on IG @secondshiftcook or www.secondshiftcook.com
• Join Olympia Boss Society Events & Membership

Special Offer:

Want more support and community in your life and business? Join our new & improved Olympia Boss Society membership!

✨ $47/month includes access to ALL monthly events, expert resources, and a space to connect with women who just get it.

Learn more at OlympiaBossSociety.com/collective

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Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction to Elizabeth Tennyson

05:49 – Debunking Myths About Personal Chefs

12:01 – The Second Shift: Balancing Work and Home

17:45 – Understanding the Emotional Load of Dinner

24:05 – Community and Food Sharing

37:28 – The Beauty of Outsourcing and Support

43:45 – Protecting Energy: The Intersection of Food and Peace

49:25 – Real Life Interruptions: Balancing Family and Cooking

54:27 – Creative Solutions in the Kitchen

01:00:15 – Building a Kitchen That Works for You

01:09:24 – Finding Inspiration in Cooking

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In this second half of our powerful two-part conversation, host Megan Gillespie and marketing hype girl Stef McDonald dive into the real talk around small business marketing—what actually works, what doesn’t, and how to avoid burnout in the process.

Stef breaks down how small business owners can simplify their approach to marketing while still making a big impact. From ditching the “do-it-all” mindset to building trust offline, this episode is packed with strategy you can actually implement.

If you’ve ever felt like marketing has to be loud, constant, or all-consuming—this one’s going to feel like a breath of fresh air.

• Why local marketing often outperforms online shouting
• How to simplify your content strategy without losing connection
• The case for long-game marketing and relationship-first business
• Letting go of pressure to be everywhere at once
• The truth about strategy vs. hustle in marketing
• How to measure your impact beyond likes and views

Want marketing support and community? Join the *new & improved* Olympia Boss Society Collective Membership✨

 Your membership includes:

✅ Weekly Q&As w/ a business mentor

✅ Access to every monthly event (no extra cost!)

✅ Member directory

✅ Replays, discussion threads, and more

👉 Become a Member before the price goes up:  HERE

00:00 – Welcome Back & Episode Setup

02:15 – Marketing Without Burnout

08:40 – Simplifying the Strategy

15:30 – Showing Up Locally vs. Just Online

21:18 – The Case for Doing Less, Better

27:12 – Building Real Trust with Your Audience

34:01 – Final Takeaways from Stef

36:30 – Closing Notes + Membership Invitation

• Sound Strategy Marketing
• Follow Stef on IG @soundstrategymarketing
• Check out upcoming OBS events HERE

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What happens when you build a business in the town you grew up in?

In this episode, Megan sits down with Stef McDonald—Olympia native, marketing agency owner, and member of the Boss Society Inner Circle—to talk about how community has shaped both her business and personal growth. They unpack the pressure to have it all figured out, the truth about imposter syndrome, and why local connection is always more powerful than social media.

Whether you're a long-time Olympia entrepreneur or just getting started, this conversation will remind you: you don’t have to do it alone.

✨ Come back next week for Part 2, where we’ll dive deep into Stef’s best small business marketing strategies and advice!

Key Points:

• What it’s like growing a business in your hometown
• How local connection builds real momentum
• The emotional reality of imposter syndrome
• Why you don’t have to do business alone
• The importance of showing up—even when you feel unsure
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Special Offer:

📣 Want to meet women like Stef IRL? Join us at an upcoming Olympia Boss Society event—head to OlympiaBossSociety.com to grab your ticket.

Links Mentioned in This Episode:

• Sound Strategy Marketing
• Olympia Boss Society Events

Next Week on the Podcast:

Part 2 with Stef is all about strategy: how to think smarter (not louder) about your marketing, get out of content overwhelm, and grow your business without trying to do it all.

If this episode made you feel seen, send it to a friend or leave us a review—it helps more women find the support they need. 🤍

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction and Setting the Stage

03:00 – Building a Local Marketing Agency

08:54 – Navigating Community Connections

11:58 – Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

14:59 – The Importance of Local Business

17:42 – Finding Your Unique Marketing Strategy

21:04 – The Power of Community Support

23:55 – Embracing Growth and Collaboration

27:00 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts (Part 1 Wrap)

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Your voice matters. Your seat at the table is waiting. See you next time!