The Get Shit Done Podcast

How can you embrace your next pivot? Because, to be honest, we don’t always have control over every circumstance we find ourselves in.

BUT! The good news is: all experiences have a purpose –whether they’re good, bad, planned, or unexpected. 

And the true magic happens when we can find the common thread between these experiences, learn from them, and use them in our lives and business moving forward. 

THIS is what will help you pivot with more ease and less fear.

Because here’s the thing: business owners aren’t willing to pivot enough. 

Why? Because it’s scary. And I get that! 

The fear of failure and the possibility of having an identity crisis after pivoting (or during!) is REAL. 

But today’s guest has pivoted. She’s pivoted through failures AND success –-and she’s pivoted fearlessly time and again. And now she helps people do the same using simple tools like self-reflection and self-awareness (plus a few others that we’ll talk about, too!!)

Ameé Quiriconi is the Founder of Activity Girl, LLC, a private coaching and consulting practice that helps entrepreneurs, leaders, and organizations with leadership, business, and human resources challenges. She’s also a podcast host for two shows AND a best-selling author (of not 1 but 2 books)!

Not only is Ameé an expert in the wedding venue world (you bet we talk about this), but she nows so much about leadership mindset and development, human resources, how to fearlessly pivot in life and in business, how to become an expert in something, and how all these things intersect and help us be successful in our industry and our personal lives. 

And that’s just the tip of the iceberg, so hit that play button and let’s go!!!

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Times to Check Out:

[3:00] Finding lessons in our own personal problems

[5:00] How she started working in green building constructions

[7:08] How to know when it’s time to pivot

[12:52] Experiencing an identity crisis and how that affects us

[14:45] Navigating the identity shift that results from pivoting

[18:44] What makes a leader or business owner successful

[22:06] Embracing that we make mistakes as humans

[25:57] How to handle imposter syndrome as you build your business

[29:50] Why you need to take care of your financial well-being first

[32:30] What business owners get wrong in marketing

[35:11] Why decisions are emotionally based & how to get people to trust you

[37:53] Believing that everything is going to be okay

Connect with Amee:

Books:

I’ve got a truth bomb for you. So listen up because here it is: there’s no shortcut for putting in the work if you want to build a successful business. 

What do I mean? What I mean is, eat your vegetables. 

Follow up on those leads, network, be a guest on podcasts, have conversations –basically, do the work necessary for business growth. 

That might mean you need to adjust how you approach your business development and reframe your mindset around what it means to sell. But trust me when I say, these things are super important for scaling a business!!

And luckily, my guest today is THE expert on sales, business development, and business growth. The best part? He knows how to make sales and business development relatable and human.

Donnie Boivin is an entrepreneur, author, podcast host, public speaker, CEO, and Founder of Success Champions and Success Champion Networking. Not only is Donnie one of the leading global minds on sales, business development, and business growth, but he’s also a community builder that helps small business owners leverage sales and business development to grow and then scale their businesses. 

In today’s episode, Donnie and I are talking about business development and business growth from a super unique perspective. Plus, Donnie tells us what it takes to build a successful community and how you can turn that community into a business –if you’re interested!!

Did I mention we’re also talking about chickens?!

Donnie has a great mission and vision, and I just know this episode will be super valuable for you, so hit that play button and let’s go!!!

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Times to Check Out:

[1:00] How he ran his first company into the ground

[3:42] The shift that happened to change his life and business

[5:00] How speaking to audiences led to a successful podcast show

[7:30] What happened when his non-compete expired

[9:00] Realizing what he didn’t want to teach 

[10:24] Advice on what it takes to have a successful podcast 

[13:07] Why he had resistance to networking and what he’s done to turn it around

[15:00] The criteria he set for BNI

[17:31] What entrepreneurs get wrong in sales and selling

[19:50] Three business development tips

[22:00] Why most business owners don’t even know they can go bigger

[24:20] Lessons learned from launching a new offer

[27:00] Why you need to screw up and try again to build a successful business

[28:10] What running a farm has taught him about business

[31:18] Why the work-life balance is a myth

[33:27] What does a CEO actually do?

[34:00] Why goal-setting often doesn’t work

Connect with Donnie:

I have a serious question (or two) for you: 

Are you putting yourself first? Are you prioritizing...YOU!? 

My personal experience –in addition to coaching my clients through their experiences– has shown me first hand how putting yourself first results in positive effects on your health, in your personal life, and in your business!!

And who doesn’t want that? 

If you’re burning the candle at both ends, you’re booking a one-way ticket to burnout. But if you’re ready to start prioritizing yourself by changing how you live your life and approach your habits, then do I have a challenge (and episode!) for you. 

And it has everything to do with the fact that… I’m doing 75 Hard Challenge again!!

Yep, you read that right. And we’re going to talk ALL about ALL of it. 

Even better, we’re going to learn from my experience because I’ve already got some life lessons and business lessons for you –and I’m only on Day 16. 

Now, if you don’t know what 75 Hard is and/or want to hear about how the first round went, check out episode 76 for my past experience. 

THIS episode is all about the mindset shifts I’ve had to make and the intentions I’ve set to make sure Round #2 is successful and, more importantly, sustainable!

Not only am I explaining why I am doing 75 Hard Challenge (AGAIN!) and the new lessons learned from this go around, but I am also sharing how to make lifestyle changes stick, why incremental shifts will get you closer to reaching your goals, and how to be a better business leader (and better entrepreneur, in general).

I’m getting vulnerable, I’m getting passionate, and I am telling you all about how 75 Hard has rocked my business and affected my personal development. I know my lessons learned and takeaways will be super helpful for you, so hit that play button for some serious value and let’s gooo!!

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Times to Check Out:

[2:00] Why I am doing 75 Hard (again!)

[4:00] Having the appropriate mindset to succeed at 75 Hard

[6:00] Finding inner strength from doing 75 Hard

[8:00] Why 75 Hard is great foundational element to life and business

[9:00] Lasting life changes starts with a shift in mindset

[11:00] The benefits of being a decisive business owner

[14:00] Why 75 Hard is different the second time around

[17:44] How incremental steps has sustainably changed my habits and lifestyle

[21:00] Being in the business of lifestyle change

[23:47] Why my clients work with me

[27:20] The power of prioritizing yourself first

[28:29] Why taking care of yourself reli

Have you had a good hard look at your business lately? How has your business weathered the recent storms? Is your business financially able to move toward its goal? 

These are all things you need to think about as a leader, an entrepreneur, and a business owner!! 

Luckily, there are accountants (like my guest today) who can help you determine the financial health of your business and keep track of where it's at and where it’s going! Especially if you’re one of the millions of business owners who have had to navigate the hard times recently (cough, the pandemic)!

Today, I am talking to the amazing Anna Gannon, CPA, retired pro golfer, and the founder of The Largo Group, a firm specializing in over-delivering for the entrepreneur and business owner. 

Anne has a heart for small businesses and is here to share her top tips and expertise on how business owners can navigate financially hard times (like government shutdowns, inflation, new technology, losing money, changing an entire business model, and so much more!) so they can make sure the ship they’re sailing is on course towards reaching those big dreams and goals!! 

So grab a notebook and pen and hit that play button because there are some juicy tips in this episode! Let’s goo!!

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Times to Check Out:

[1:00] The benefits of playing professional golf

[4:00] When she realized accounting was a skill you can learn

[5:00] Understanding what accounting clients actually wanted

[6:56] Specializing in accounting for the restaurant industry

[8:59] Lessons learned from COVID in the hospitality industry

[15:26] How her clients found positivity in the chaos

[17:30] Advice for businesses going through turbulent times

[19:00] What she challenges her clients with

[20:20] How business owners can navigate inflation

[25:00] How the restaurant industry has had to adjust and evolve

[27:00] The importance of embracing new technology in your industry

[30:00] How to track the health of your business

Connect with Anne:

Website: https://www.thelargogroup.com/ 

Podcast: https://www.thelargogroup.com/shotmaker-podcast 

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LinkedIn: https://www.linke

When you first start your business, the word on the street is to niche down. But how many of us actually listen to and apply this tip of “niching down”?? 

Not enough of us! 

Whether you want to work with women service providers or energetic business coaches, or maybe you want to offer website copywriting services or Dubsado setups and nothing else, there is a unique niche for every single one of us. 

And here’s the thing – your niche is a key player in growing a successful and authentic business! Why?

Because your niche trickles into every part of your business, including how you show up on social media, what messaging you use on your website, how you connect with people, and how you make decisions. 

And guess what? Niching down isn’t just for new business owners. It’s also for the six- and seven-figure business owners looking to pivot, plus every other business owner in between!! 

Your niche is a BIG deal, so instead of overlooking it, let’s embrace it! 

And if you don’t believe me, believe today’s guest EXPERT in all things niche/niches, Gabrielle Laura! 

Gabrielle is a Niche Expert + Personal Brand Coach who helps CEOs find their niche, communicate their value, and find alignment in their businesses again. Gabrielle is ALL about owning who you are and what you bring to the table so that you can live out your soul’s purpose, and she helps women all over the world find their niche and realign their businesses.

Today’s conversation goes beyond just what having a niche means, why you should niche down, and why it matters if you want a successful business. You’ll get tips and advice on finding your niche and working through it so you can grow and scale your business in a way that feels authentic to you! 

I know there will be some key takeaways for you in this episode, so hit that play button, and let’s goo!!!

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Times to Check Out:

[2:00] Bringing in the energy you want to receive

[5:12] Taking the leap to live out your soul’s purpose

[9:31] How she started making money after 6 months of zero revenue

[10:57] Helping people get started in business by understanding their niche

[12:00] When her business started gaining momentum

[13:35] Why people don’t tap into their energetics and what can happen

[15:00] Why we avoid our highest and truest self

[17:35] How to readjust your measurements of success

[21:06] How knowing your niche trickles into other parts of your business

[22:00] Lesson learned along her entrepreneurial journey

[25:30] What happens when you get your energy right

[27:30] How

Every entrepreneur’s journey looks different.

I mean, helloooo, I was a hair salon owner turned business coach. And I’m sure your intro is as fun as mine…

But have you ever labeled yourself an “accidental entrepreneur”? 

And have you ever enlisted your kids to help you build a thriving business that supports your family’s lifestyle –and subsequently taught your children to be young entrepreneurs themselves?

Today’s guest has ticked both of those boxes in her journey from a side hustler turned mom entrepreneur turned multiple business owner –and she is on the show today to share ALL the goodies with us. 

Renee Harris is a Northern Californian mom of NINE, teacher, lotion maker, and owner of multiple businesses. When a personal skincare issue led to a thriving business, Renee hit the ground running and learned all she needed to make her business a success! 

And now she’s teaching the next generation all she knows. 

Renee is sharing her experience becoming an accidental entrepreneur, why her email list has been her bread and butter, and the importance of relationship building for biz. 

She’s also giving us the deets on parenting young entrepreneurs, how she involves her children in the business, and why she and her husband are passionate about nurturing their children’s budding entrepreneurial spirit and are teaching other parents to do the same!

Tune in to hear an honest conversation on entrepreneurship, maybe some (jk, a LOT of) parenting stuff, and ultimately, how to chase after your dreams!!

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Times to Check Out:

[1:00] The path to becoming an accidental business owner

[2:49] How a personal skincare issue led to a business venture

[6:30] Focusing on one product feature and selling it

[9:00] Making the decision to go all in

[10:24] Why relationship building is the key to success

[14:00] How she sticks to the vales of the business when onboarding new products

[17:26] Making the space for creativity while managing a team and kids

[20:16] How to transition your business from in-person to online

[23:31] Why her email list has been her bread and butter (plus the strategy beind it)

[25:00] Why pop ups will grow an email list

[28:32] Honest tips about homeschooling

[33:00] How ker kids talents and interests bring value to the family business

[39:00] How Parent Their Passion came about

[42:06] Changing the mindset around finding your child’s passion

Connect with Renee:

Website: www.hardlotion.com/freebie

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How do you get your people to react emotionally to your message, so they take action? 

How do you know if you’re saying something wrong or you’re saying it to the wrong people? 

How can you make your story stand out from the crowd and connect with your people all at the same time?

If you’ve ever asked yourself (or someone else) these questions, know you’re not alone!!

ALL entrepreneurs pose these questions at some point in their journey. Why? Because talking to your audience and getting them to invest in your offers is the core part of running a successful business that helps you help your people.

Luckily, today’s guest knows the answer to these questions (and so many others) because he’s the expert on both telling the right narrative and navigating entrepreneurship. 

Guillaume Wiatr is an author, husband, father, consultant, teacher, and business owner of MetaHelm, a company that guides CEOs, founders, and business owners to align teams and accelerate innovation adoption. 

Guillaume has seriously done it all, and he’s here to share his cultivated expertise on what it means to be an entrepreneur, how to tell a narrative that’s true to you (and makes you stand out from the crowd), why you have to break eggs to make a good omelet, and what it means to cultivate expertise in your field so you can help your clients solve their problems! 

You’re gonna wanna put a star next to this entire episode after you listen because it’s FULL of valuable information on how to tell a narrative that gets people to take action! 

So let’s go!!!

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Times to Check Out:

[1:23] How moving countries tests your ability to be creative and find a community

[2:45] Entrepreneurship in France versus the US

[5:00] Getting his start in stateside entrepreneurship

[7:00] Why courage and relativeness will get you further than a resume

[11:02] How to deliver valuable information that clients take action on

[15:09] Similarities and differences between small and big company narratives

[21:21] Making clients comfortably uncomfortable to help them solve their problems

[23:56] Pushing past conformity to make a business that reflects you and helps you stand out

[25:00] How to zoom out and work on mindset so you can solve your problem

[29:02] What’s evolved in consulting over the last decade

[32:41] What being in an unregulated industry means for consultants

[34:00] The importance of transparency as a consultant

[36:03] Is education or experience in entrepreneurship more important?

[39:00] Why university can be a good safety net to learn things

[40:13] How to build trust in your relationships as an entrepreneur

Connect with Guillaume:

Have you ever made a decision based on the wrong pieces of information? Have you ever invested in something that wasn’t the right fit?

If you raised your hand just now, please know that you are NOT alone!!

The journey of running a business is filled with lessons learned. And one of the biggest lessons learned in my business journey (and for every single one of my clients) is learning to say NO.

Saying NO is one of the hardest things to do, but it’s also the most empowering.

So let’s learn how to do it more!! 

In this episode, we’re deep diving into why saying NO matters, the different situations where you might say no, including investment opportunities and clients, and why decisions should be made from a place of abundance, not desperation. 

You definitely don’t want to miss this episode because it’s filled with all the goodies and helpful Kelsey tangents you can think of –so hit that play button, and let’s go!!!

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Times to Check Out:

[2:00] Why I’m talking about saying NO to opportunities that aren’t a hell YES

[4:30] Three things to process before you make a decision

[9:30] How to look outside your industry for the support you want for your future self

[10:50] Why creating strong systems and boundaries is the key to sustainability

[14:00] Three points that help you say NO to clients

[18:00] Why saying NO creates a win-win for both parties

[21:30] Kelsey’s hot tip for when you’re on the fence of a decision

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FREE Workshop to take the guess work out of “what’s next?”

I’ll take a wild guess that you know where you want to go and what you need to do to get there –but you’re just not taking action and doing the dang thing. 

Whether it’s working out, journaling, marketing your business, or something else entirely, you’re probably avoiding doing the main thing that will move the needle forward in your life or your biz. 

But WHY do we do this to ourselves?!

Um, because we’re human. But fun fact: even humans can take back control of their lives!! 

Because here’s the truth –YOU are the one steering the ship of where you’re going. You’re the pilot. So YOU get to dictate where you’re going to end up. 

The key is learning how to take control of yourself so you can get there! 

And today’s guest helps his clients do just that!!

In this episode, I am talking to the amazingly knowledgeable and inspiring Blaine Oelkers. 

Blaine is a TEDx Speaker, America’s only Chief Results Officer®, and he is a leading authority in personal implementation and consistency. He is powered by Selfluence, a personal development, and training company that helps people take control of their lives by taking control of themselves.

Did I mention that Blaine is a habit master with documented streaks of 1485 days in a row and counting!?!

Blaine and I talk about everything from willpower and Powerball lotteries to influencing yourself and being a seeker of knowledge. 

This episode is FULL of takeaways and lessons you can start implementing TODAY so you can actually reach your goals. 

And I can’t wait for you to listen, so hit that play button, and let’s go!!!!

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Times to Check Out:

[1:00] The story behind becoming America’s only Chief Results Officer®

[4:55] How clarify and fast action helped him create a different life for himself

[8:02] Being powers by Selfuence and changing your life

[10:24] An inside look at The 21 Second Habit

[14:00] How to become a habit master

[17:10] Why it’s crucial for biz owners to create new habits when running a business

[20:00] Why you need to win and lose

[21:25] The process of getting on the TED stage

[25:34] What people want most life

[30:01] What would you do with 100 million dollars?

[31:19] How to steer the ship of your mind in the direction you want to go

Connect with Blaine:

Give Away: http://blainetedx.com/

Website: http://selfluence.com/

So picture this…

Your taxes are due…

You need to set aside money for retirement…

You want to meet certain financial goals….

Who you gonna call?!

Ruby Money.

((But really, you need to check out this money management app ASAP!))

Today, I am talking to the amazing Evelyn Huang, mother, yoga teacher, former-corporate worker, and co-founder of Ruby Money, a pocket CFO for independent professionals and creatives to find empowerment in managing their finances.

Evelyn and I are talking about one of my favorite conversations, which centers around money. More specifically, how the heck do you manage your money as a business owner? And let’s be totally honest, how do you manage your money as a bonafide adult?!

Evelyn is hip, savvy in biz, and most importantly, she knows what it feels like to have no clue how to manage your money as a creative entrepreneur who deals with quarterly taxes, setting up your own retirement accounts, paying yourself a liveable wage…need I go on? 

Well, you’re in luck! Because we’re talking about all the things including money shame, business, launching a tech company, teaching yoga, and so much more. 

So hit that play button, and let’s go!!!

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Times to Check Out:

[4:11] The seed of inspiration behind Ruby Money

[6:54] Understanding when the system is the problem

[8:23] Bringing people and software together to solve a problem

[11:01] What it looks like to build a tech company

[13:38] Why feedback is key to building or creating a product that people need

[15:33] The similarities between a tech company and any other company

[16:40] Where she found her team

[20:03] Choosing to be intentional around your company’s culture

[24:00] Balancing self-care and running a business

[26:47] The difference of making decisions as an entrepreneur vs. as a corporate employee

[29:10] How the Ruby Money App offers financial support for entrepreneurs

[33:53] Tips for entrepreneurs experiencing the money shame spiral

Connect with Evelyn:

Website: https://www.rubymoney.us/

Ruby Money in the AppStore: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ruby-money-taxes-retirement/id1583645751

Join this free training on how to easily pivot your life and business: https://www.kelseymarieknutson.com/pivot