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The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Business episodes
- 09 - How to get Lucky in Business with Lila Taylor
How do you get lucky in business? In this week's episode, Catryn Becker discusses this very issue with Lila Taylor, the owner of The Laundry Fairy. There is a formula for luck in business and Lila and Catryn share this along with how to become an overnight success.
About Lila Taylor:
Lila is a homeschool mother and the ultimate entrepreneur operating a successful wash, fold, and hang laundry service in the north Houston area.
Contact Catryn Becker:
- CoachWithCat.com
- YouTube
Contact Lila Taylor | The Laundry Fairy:
- Website
- TikTok
- YouTube
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24 min - 08 - Is seeing believing or is believing seeing? With Jenn Colmenares
In this episode, Catryn Becker welcomes Jenn Colmenares, Success Coach at EDEN, to the show to discuss how business owners can harness the power of their thoughts to create a life they love. Jenn has been utilizing manifestation techniques such as the Law of Attraction for many years and helps others to do the same.
Catryn and Jenn geek out over holistic modalities and techniques such as muscle testing, Feng Shui, human design, astrology and moon cycles, the Creation Codes, and the Gene Keys. But then bring it back into tangible tips to apply within business.
About Jenn Colmenares:
She began in the holistic health industry 17 years ago, it was then quickly realized business builders, sales professionals and employers were struggling, finding it near impossible to keep up with the ever evolving nature of their business.
Fast-forward to 2022, she has collaborated with thousands of inter & entrepreneurs teaching Business Building Skills, leveraging social tools and implementing systems to authentically build their brand and organically grow their business with out the overwhelm of mastering ALL the medias and struggling to keep their marketing real.
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Contact Catryn Becker:
- CoachWithCat.com
- resultsetter.com
- YouTube
Contact Jenn Colmenares | Success Coach at EDEN:
- Website
- TikTok
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31 min - 07 - Do I need a Financial Planner? With Rick Salmeron
How old were you when you opened your first bank account? For most people this probably wasn't a very memorable or momentous occasion but not so for this week's guest, Financial Planner Rick Salmeron. In fact, creating wealth and saving money are so intrinsic to Rick, it is like it is part of his DNA. And isn't that exactly what you want in your financial planner?
In this episode, Catryn and Rick also discuss the concept of "Behavior Finance" and its impact on our wallet. It is a fascinating topic and one that really gets you thinking about your own spending habits and how to make different changes in your life.
If you have questions, don't currently have a financial planner yet or looking to make a change, please reach out to Rick using the contact information below. He is happy to help!
Connect with Rick Salmeron:
- Website
Connect Catryn Becker:
- Result Setter
- CoachWithCat.com
- YouTube
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27 min - 06 - What your Florist wants you to know about Valentine's Day with Melinda Lenzy
Valentine's Day is the single biggest day for giving flowers but have you ever stopped to think about where the flowers came from? In this episode, Catryn interviews florist Melinda Lenzy, the owner of Exotica, the Signature of Flowers in Houston, Texas, to get the inside of scoop of what florists experience on this day of love.
Contact Catryn Becker:
- CoachWithCat.com
- YouTube
Contact Melinda Lenzy:
Exotica the signature of flowers
5600 NW Central Drive #136 Houston, TX 77092
713-960-8484www.exotica-thesignatureofflowers.com
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063628777287
www.exoticaweddings.com
https://www.instagram.com/exotica.flowers/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/exotica-thesignatureofflowers/
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30 min - 05 - Work for someone else or work for yourself? With Chuck Swain
Did you follow the typical path of going from high school, to college, to working for someone else? This is the path for most people. And although Catryn and Chuck Swain met when they worked for the same company, listen to this podcast as they discuss how they came to work for themselves.
A great listen if you are considering going into business for yourself!
About Chuck Swain
Chuck began his career working for large corporations in the Human Resources department. During his time in that role, he was able to live all over the world but the desire to move towards becoming his own boss was just too strong. Now he is an independent business owner of Modern Automotive in Christiansburg, Virginia.
Contact Catryn Becker:
- CoachWithCat.com
- YouTube
Contact Chuck Swain
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24 min - 04 - What Business Does Nature Have in Business? with Melanie Webb
Catryn Becker welcomes Melanie Webb, Founder of WebbWell, to the show to discuss her journey in the health and wellness space. Melanie is a firm believer in weaving nature into health and wellness and has created a program called Mother Nature’s Gym to that effect.
Having grown up in Utah with a biologist father who took her birdwatching and insect collecting, Melanie has been immersed in nature right from the start. As she explains to Catryn, she worked in a more traditional aspect of the fitness industry before finding herself burned out by the constant drive to take on more clients and earn more. When she returned to nature and wove that into her fitness and health ideals, she realized her entrepreneurship calling.
In this episode Catryn and Melanie talk about the healing power of nature, Japan’s history of forest bathing and governmental support for hiking, how our brains respond to natural environments, Melanie’s Mother Nature’s Gym course and upcoming app, and women’s legacy of creation. Melanie keenly understands the power of natural settings and channels that into her app and fitness endeavors in beautiful ways.
About Melanie Webb
Melanie Webb is the founder and creator of WebbWell and Sol Fitness Adventures. She is a recognized leader in the adventure travel industry and an innovator in extending fitness retreats into the outdoors.
Her purpose is to guide and support power players through their recovery and healing process so they can get back to maximum productivity and feel more connected.
An expert performance coach and outdoor fitness guide, the former wildlife biologist has been sought out by top-rated gyms, destination spas, and brands because of her unique fitness journey and perspective on the outdoors.
Melanie is grateful for all of the clients, colleagues and mentors who have played a role in her personal and business growth. A traveler and seeker at heart, Melanie has explored the globe, adventuring in over 30 countries and 25 of the United States.
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Contact Catryn Becker:
- CoachWithCat.com
- YouTube
Contact Melanie Webb
- WebbWell - Mother Nature’s Gym
- Melanie Webb on LinkedIn
- WebbWell on Instagram
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29 min - 03 - Which Social Media Platform is the best for connecting? With Lisa Marineau.
Lisa Marineau joins host Catryn Becker to discuss LinkedIn and online business success. Lisa owns Virtual Success With Lisa and she dives into details about helping other business owners master the networking potential of LinkedIn.
Lisa first joined LinkedIn when asked to generate leads for a former job. She fell in love with the platform and was inspired to teach business owners exactly what LinkedIn could do for them. She believes the greatest potential of LinkedIn is the relationship building and networking that drives it.
In this episode Catryn and Lisa talk about what makes LinkedIn so valuable for business, the sales aspects of the platform, why Lisa prefers her work from home business model, and all the details of what Lisa offers in her training sessions. There are a lot of social media platforms available and Lisa makes a strong case for LinkedIn: you’ll want to tune in to hear why.
About Lisa Marineau
Lisa Marineau is the founder of Virtual Success With Lisa. As a freelance lead generator, Lisa has helped 260+ businesses to create their personal LinkedIn profile strategy. Hands-on with full DIY support along every step of the way.
She helps her clients build up their online reputation, increase their engagement AND increase their targeted connections, while also showing them how to better grow not only their connections, but their tribes and master the art of communication in a virtual world.
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Contact Catryn Becker:
- CoachWithCat.com
- YouTube
Contact Lisa Marineau
- Virtual Success With Lisa
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24 min - 02 - Riches in the Niches - why finding your niche is important with Lesley Taylor
Catryn Becker welcomes Lesley Taylor to The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Business. Lesley is an alternative and holistic healer who founded Mystical Charms Wellness Center. Lesley shares her personal story and insight from her business journey, which has ranged from Scotland to Texas.
Lesley Taylor owned a crystal shop in Scotland before bringing her passion to Texas with her. She opened her small crystal shop prior to COVID and opened her larger one in 2020. She says 2020 brought an awakening into the mystical and energy side of crystals that greatly benefited her business. In July of 2022 she opened the wellness center. She lost both her brother and sister to cancer which renewed her interest in healing, and that passion helped manifest the opening of the center.
In this episode Catryn and Lesley talk about the power of having a niche business, why Lesley focuses on empathy and compassion when hiring, the care taken to ensure her crystals are genuine, her advice for business owners, and why alternative healing methods are powerful modalities. Lesley explains the vibrational field of people which puts her in tune with their emotions; it is her ability to truly help her customers that gives her the most satisfaction in her business.
About Lesley Taylor
Lesley Taylor was born in Edinburgh, Scotland and moved to Texas in 2004 with her daughter. She has been in the holistic business since she was a child. After she lost both her brother and sister to cancer, she decided to work in the healing industry, utilizing her background in clearing and activating chakras. Her specialty is in Alternative & Holistic Healing. Lesley is a certified Reiki Master, Chakra Healer, Shamanic Healer and sound frequency Healer and offers these modalities at the center she founded in Texas, Mystical Charms Wellness Center.
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Contact Catryn Becker:
- CoachWithCat.com
- YouTube
Contact Lesley Taylor, Founder of Mystical Charms Wellness Center:
- Mystical Charms Wellness Center
- Mystical Charms on Facebook
- Lesley Taylor on Instagram
- Mystical Charms on eBay
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32 min - 01 - Is Print Media Dead? with Rick Gutierrez
Welcome to Episode One of The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Business with host Catryn Becker. Catryn welcomes Rick Gutierrez, Owner of Priority Printing, to the show to discuss his entrepreneurship journey. Rick shares insight not only into becoming a business owner but the ins and outs of the printing industry.
Rick has been in the printing industry for 35 years and stayed committed to the industry through pride in learning to master a specific skill set. Nearly 10 years ago, Rick moved away from working for other print shops and founded his own. What he learned is that business ownership is very different from knowing the printing industry inside and out. He reveals some of the struggles he faced and lessons he had to learn.
In this episode Catryn and Rick dig into the details of Rick’s business growth, what he would do differently, advice he has for upcoming business owners, and a secret he adheres to. But Rick also lays out the intricacies of printing and paints a clear picture of what it requires and who his ideal client is. Learning through the experiences of business owners like Rick is the best way to enhance your own business journey, and Rick has a lot of wisdom to share.
About Rick Gutierrez
Rick Gutierrez is the Owner of Priority Printing SS in the Houston, Texas area. Rick has been in the printing industry for 35 years in roles as varied as press operator, bindery operator, and shop foreman. He opened his own business within the industry, Priority Printing SS, nearly ten years ago. He is proud that his business boasts a highly experienced customer service team and talented graphic designers that provide file assistance and meet any design needs.
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Contact Catryn Becker:
- CoachWithCat.com
- YouTube
Contact Rick Gutierrez, Owner of Priority Printing SS:
- Priority Printing SS
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35 min - Trailer: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Business
As business owners and entrepreneurs, we often feel alone. This podcast dives deep into the inner workings from a variety of industries to uncover the commonalities in business that we all experience.
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Contact Catryn Becker:
- CoachWithCat.com
- YouTube
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Welcome to 'The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Business,' a podcast that goes beyond the surface to explore the realities of the business world. Hosted by Catryn Becker, People Optimization Specialist and…
visionary leader, this show features insightful interviews with entrepreneurs, corporate executives, real estate moguls, and more. Hear firsthand accounts of the successes, failures, and pivotal moments that shaped their careers. Catryn's engaging style uncovers the strategies and mindsets that can help you avoid mistakes, accelerate your growth, and achieve your goals. If they can overcome their obstacles, so can you—tune in and transform your business journey.