Kristina Knapp is the definition of a comeback story. At 21, she became the number one seller at Michael Kors - and within a year, she was traveling the east coast to help more stores become top performers. Eventually, she took this experience, went back to school and after having other businesses ask her for help, her business Elixir Media Co. was accidentally born.

But as the tables turned, just a few years later her own business needed a turnaround. Spoiler alert: In 5 months, Kristina has more than tripled her revenue and on-boarded nine team members. If you need a kick in the ass - this episode is for you!

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Ready to talk money? April and Rachael share tips on how "no" can lead to a bigger budget, why revenue-share is better than profit-share - and that time Rachael's first CEO asked if she was going to "have a tantrum" when she asked for a raise.

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For Jeremy Carey, founder of Ironclad, growing a business is less about staff and office space, and more about culture, influence and brand. His strategy is to grow the caliber and scale of projects through developing relationships.

In this episode, Jeremy shares the value of pro bono work, how to grow lean, and why grit and drive beats “talent” every time.

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Tina Morey, sommelier and founder of #winestudio, talks about getting out of your own head and making business decisions from an informed space - not out of fear.

What you put into it, you get out of it - so think about investing in your education and in relationships that challenge you.

She also shares the common themes that emerge over a career, why the word “trend” is misleading, and a few unexpected recommendations for the casual wine drinker.

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Mary Kaufman is a perfectionist. It’s what makes her an amazing stylist and art director. Even so, she knows the value of flexibility, as her vintage rentals business evolved into something completely unexpected.

Mary shares why you should put revenue aside to create value and connections for yourself, and how she built a successful signature event she now hosts four times a year.

And of course stay tuned for insider tips on how to dress for a photoshoot and capture great photos of your kids (which may or may not include bribing with sweets).

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Rachael and April come together this episode to chat about the ups and downs of business, the letter to future-you that you need to write while business is booming, and how to use your time when business is down.

Are you eating PB&Js, starting in a garage? We've all been there. In this episode, we talk about why your business growth depends on people, not just plans made and time spent behind a computer.

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Not every day can be a life-affirming trip to Bali - but Britany Felix (our podcast editor!) has built a podcasting business that support her adventurous side.

Britany shares her story of leaving the corporate world twice, in two drastically different ways - plus how to be both solo and connected.

Britany shares her insights from 300+ podcast episodes of her own, plus the hundreds of episodes she works on with her clients. Stay till the end for a can’t-miss offer for anyone starting a podcast of their own!

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How much would you give up to stay true to your purpose? In part 2 of our conversation with Mel Charbonneau, we have a number: at least $50,000 per year. Mel talks about making decisions to align your business with your vision.

Entrepreneurs often feel misunderstood, but Mel says, “if you let fear win instead of your dream win, you're an unwrapped package we're never going to see. You have gifts and ONE life to activate them.”

In this episode, Mel shares how to break through fear and step into your bravest self.

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You've been there: Your boss is asking you to perform your role rather than be the person in the role. You're asked to conform, told to set aside who you are and what you're great at to meet the organization's needs. That's just how it is, right?

Mel Charbonneau strongly disagrees. When she was told her independent streak was not an asset to the organization, she changed everything. Because as Mel says, you can’t unring the bell that is clarity. Square pegs, tune into this one.

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It’s the riskiest thing she's ever done - and a little out of character. Rachel Henson quit her job two weeks ago, and she’s navigating working weekends, marketing and newfound freedom as a full time baker and new business owner. Are all entrepreneurs renegades and rebels? No way. When the desire to run the show yourself is there, however, there is no ignoring it. As Rachel says, you owe it to yourself. Hear what she says about how you decide what you want most out of life - and just when to make the jump.

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