The Iconic Voicemail

In this episode of Iconic Voicemail, Jen Szpigiel dives deep into the concept of building capacity—what it truly means to stretch yourself in life and business. Jen unpacks how increasing your capacity isn’t just about taking on more, but about evolving into the person who can hold, manage, and thrive within the ever-growing demands of entrepreneurship. From juggling multiple roles to expanding your mindset, Jen shares how she’s navigated this journey and how you can too.

Key Takeaways:

• Capacity is About Growth, Not Overwhelm: Jen explains that building capacity isn’t about pushing yourself to the brink, but about becoming the person who can handle more with ease. It's a gradual expansion that comes from consistent growth and evolution.
• Embrace the Stretch: As your business and life grow, so does the need for more capacity. Jen encourages listeners to embrace the uncomfortable stretch that comes with this expansion and view it as a necessary step toward reaching new heights.
• Balance Energy and Action: Jen highlights the importance of balancing both energy and action. It’s not just about doing more, but about aligning your energy and mindset to handle the growth with grace and sustainability.
• The Ripple Effect of Capacity Building: When you build your capacity, it ripples into every aspect of your life—from how you lead your business to how you show up in your personal relationships.

In this episode of Iconic Voicemail, Jen Szpigiel shares her unique approach to naming offers and the importance of branding in her business. Drawing from personal experiences, Jen emphasizes the significance of blending life and business to create authentic and resonant branding. She reveals how her keen attention to detail and constant awareness of her surroundings inspire the names and concepts behind her successful offers.

Key Takeaways:

• Naming Offers with Intention: Jen explains that naming offers goes beyond simply looking for catchy titles; it’s about tapping into the experiences, words, and moments that resonate deeply. She keeps a running journal of words, phrases, and inspirations gathered from everyday life—like a restaurant menu, a song lyric, or even a documentary.
• Infusing Life and Business: Jen decided early on to merge her personal and professional worlds, allowing her to be fully present and attuned to inspiration at all times. This integration fuels her creativity and helps her to capture words and ideas that truly align with her brand and mission.
• Attention to Detail in Branding: For Jen, branding isn’t just about visuals or aesthetics; it’s about crafting a complete experience. She stresses that while many entrepreneurs focus solely on results, like sales or client numbers, the real magic lies in the details of the offer—how it feels, looks, and the journey it promises to the client.

In this episode of Iconic Voicemail, Jen Szpigiel dives deep into the emotional impact of dealing with difficult relationships in both personal and professional life. Jen shares her personal experiences and insights as a life coach, revealing the lessons she's learned from her toughest interactions. This candid conversation explores the challenges of showing up fully, the fear of criticism, and how these difficult people in our lives can be our greatest teachers.

Key Takeaways:

• Fully Showing Up: Jen shares her journey of giving 95% of herself online and the fear that holds her back from that last 5%—the fear of criticism and rejection.
• Difficult People as Teachers: Difficult relationships, whether with clients, team members, or others, are not adversaries but profound teachers that shape us into stronger leaders.
• Patterns and Lessons: Recognize the patterns among those challenging relationships and view them as opportunities for personal growth rather than threats.

In this powerful episode of Iconic Voicemail, Jen Szpigiel tackles the common feeling of “It’s just not working” in entrepreneurship. She reflects on the critical moments when initial excitement fades, momentum slows, and self-doubt creeps in. Jen emphasizes the importance of who you are in the in-between—the times when effort outweighs reward—and how pushing through these moments distinguishes the highly successful from those who quit.

Key Takeaways:

• Mindset Matters: Be mindful of the statements you make about your business; they can become self-fulfilling prophecies that interrupt flow and abundance.
• The In-Between Moments: Success often depends on how you navigate the less glamorous, challenging phases after the initial excitement has waned.
• Unwavering Discipline: The most successful entrepreneurs keep going when the effort seems greater than the reward, maintaining discipline in their actions and mindset.

In this episode of The Iconic Voicemail, Jen explores the true meaning of being a high achiever, challenging the common association between high achievement and high income. Through a heartfelt conversation with a private client, Jen uncovers the essence of what it means to be truly all-in and committed to success, regardless of the financial outcome.

• Redefining High Achiever: High achievement isn't about wealth but the willingness to do what it takes until success is achieved.
• Commitment Over Circumstance: True achievers remain committed despite challenges, embodying resilience and dedication.
• Mindset and Attitude: High achievers focus on action, attitude, and leadership, not just financial benchmarks.

In this episode of The Iconic Voicemail, Jen addresses the common dilemma of whether to hire a team or a mentor first. She shares a powerful analogy of navigating a boat through the ocean to emphasize the importance of mentorship as a guiding light before building a team.

• Mentorship First: Always invest in mentorship first to provide direction and guidance for your business.
• Team as Amplifiers: Hire a team once you have a clear vision and strategy, so they can effectively support and implement your goals.
• Strategic Investment: Avoid the mistake of hiring without a blueprint; mentorship equips you with the knowledge to lead your team.

In this episode of The Iconic Voicemail, Jen tackles a powerful analogy between personal relationships and the business world, highlighting how past negative experiences can affect our current and future decisions. She addresses the tendency to make new mentors wrong due to past disappointments and encourages listeners to trust themselves again.

Key Takeaways:

• Past Experiences as Wisdom: Use past experiences to gather wisdom and discernment, not as a reason to close off to new opportunities.
• Trust Yourself Again: Embrace new relationships and opportunities with an open heart and mind, knowing that past experiences have prepared you for this moment.
• Healing Through Right Mentorship: Finding the right mentor can help heal past wounds and rebuild trust in your journey.

In this episode of The Iconic Voicemail, Jen addresses the issue of imposter syndrome and fear that often comes with making big decisions. She shares her personal experiences with these emotions and offers insight on how to handle them effectively.

Key Takeaways:

• Imposter Syndrome is Universal: Everyone, no matter their level of success, experiences these feelings. They are part of growth.
• Embrace Fear as a Cue: Imposter syndrome can signal that you're stretching into new, bold territory. It's a sign you're moving forward.
• Move Through It: Many stay in their comfort zones, but true growth comes from embracing discomfort and making bold decisions.

In this episode of The Iconic Voicemail, Jen addresses the concern of feeling too busy to invest in a group coaching program like B Lounge. She redefines the concept of "busy," discussing how it often stems from either burnout or sheer momentum, and emphasizes the importance of discerning what truly matters.

Key Takeaways:

• Redefining Busy: Understand if your "busy" is due to burnout or positive momentum.
• Momentum vs. Burnout: Recognize the difference and avoid resisting the success you prayed for.
• Personal Trust: Trust yourself and your vision, knowing you can manage a full schedule without burning out.

In this episode of The Iconic Voicemail, Jen tackles the question of how B Lounge differs from other programs. She emphasizes the unique approach, experience, and generosity that sets B Lounge apart, highlighting her 18 years of expertise and the tangible, ongoing support provided.

Key Takeaways:

• Experienced Mentorship: Jen offers 18 years of real-time experience and strategies she still uses in her business.
• Holistic Learning: Members receive tangible tools, skills, and knowledge in marketing, sales, branding, and leadership.
• Supportive Community: B Lounge provides a caring environment with live teachings, downloadable documents, and networking opportunities.
• Unique Approach: The focus is on both receiving and contributing, creating a dynamic and collaborative learning experience.