In this special solo episode of The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint, host Courtney Cook shares her personal journey from corporate America to becoming the founder of Monarch COO. Courtney reflects on her experiences in eCommerce operations, the pivotal moments that shaped her path, and the mission that drives her work today.

🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Courtney’s upbringing and career prepared her for entrepreneurship
• The story behind launching Monarch COO
• Her vision for the future, including her goals for 2025

💡 Whether you're a long-time listener or just discovering the podcast, this episode offers an inside look at Courtney's entrepreneurial blueprint and what inspires her to help mission-driven eCommerce businesses thrive.

👉 Links & Resources:

• Learn more about Monarch COO: MonarchCOO.com
• Sign up for my Monthly E-Commerce Insights Newsletter
• Follow me on LinkedIn and Instagram

In this episode of The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint, Courtney sits down with Mal Baska, also known as Money Talk Mal, a financial literacy coach and content creator. Mal shares her journey from corporate America to building her own financial literacy company, where she helps millennial women take control of their finances and make empowered financial decisions.

🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How Mal transitioned from a corporate career to becoming a full-time entrepreneur
• The importance of financial literacy and breaking free from the "keeping up with the Joneses" mentality
• How Mal’s upbringing and early experiences shaped her approach to money and business

👉 Links & Resources:

• Follow Mal on Instagram: Money Talk Mal
• Learn more about Mal’s work: Fueling Financial Freedom
• Visit my website for more resources: Monarch COO

How do you turn frustration with the status quo into a thriving business? In this episode, Courtney talks with David Quesenberry, founder of Bearing Ecommerce, about his journey from solo consultant to agency owner. David shares how he helps brands navigate partnerships and optimize their Amazon and Walmart strategies while balancing life as a husband and father.

🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

1. The steps David took to launch his e-commerce agency

2. How to recognize opportunities and prepare for entrepreneurial success

3. The challenges (and rewards) of balancing business ownership with family life

👉 Links & Resources:

1. Learn more about David’s work: Bearing Ecommerce

2. Sign up for my Monthly E-Commerce Insights Newsletter

3. Follow me on LinkedIn and Instagram

What if every business problem boiled down to three key areas: people, process, and profitability? In this episode, Courtney sits down with Scott Woods, founder of Advocatus Consulting, to discuss how fractional leadership can transform businesses of all sizes. Scott shares his journey into entrepreneurship and how he helps businesses achieve sustainable growth.

🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

1. The three challenges every business faces and how to solve them

2. How to create efficient systems that free up time and resources

3. Why building intentional partnerships is key to long-term success

Resources:

1. Learn more about Scott’s work: Advocatus Consulting

2. Sign up for my Monthly E-Commerce Insights Newsletter

3. Follow me on LinkedIn and Instagram

Are you ready to build a thriving business and uncover the strategies behind entrepreneurial success? In this introductory episode of The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint, host Courtney Cook, founder of Monarch COO, shares the inspiration behind the podcast and what you can expect in each episode. Whether you’re dreaming of starting your own business or already building one, this podcast is your guide to actionable insights, inspiring stories, and practical strategies that make entrepreneurship feel attainable.

Join Courtney as she lays the foundation for a podcast that’s all about empowering entrepreneurs and celebrating the journey of building businesses. Let’s start building smarter, scaling with purpose, and creating lasting impact!

Subscribe to The Entrepreneur’s Blueprint and join us every week as we explore the stories, strategies, and lessons behind successful businesses. Don’t forget to sign up for Courtney’s Monthly E-Commerce Newsletter to get exclusive insights, tools, and updates tailored for entrepreneurs and e-commerce business owners.