Welcome to the first episode of The Direct Dish podcast! Yes, you’re in the right place — same Melissa, just with a new name. Today I’m sharing about how things have been shifting, including leaving “Confessions of a Serial Entrepreneur” behind to step into this new chapter. If you were loving my content before, don’t worry, that’s not changing! I’ll simply be dishing out even more about all the pieces of my life that shape who I am as an individual human: a wife, a mother, and a health and wellness enthusiast as well as an entrepreneur. I hope my experience will inspire and help lead you to success. Thanks for coming on this journey with me!

 

In this episode you’ll hear: 

 

• The meaning behind our brand-new name
• What’s changing… and what’s staying the same
• Why I left my Instagram account of 21K followers to start over

 

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Instagram | @thedirectdish
• Join My Subscription I Direct Dish Community
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• Podcast Page

 

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. 

It’s not always easy, and it’s not always fun. The journey of healing and caring for your health is one that looks so different for everyone but is so necessary. Since I’m in the business of confessing my journey as a serial entrepreneur, it’s only fair that I tell you this. My physical health sat on the back burner for over two decades. OVER TWENTY YEARS! It’s kind of embarrassing to admit that, but I know that there are some of you out there that are feeling the same way and are also putting their physical health in the back seat while you follow your entrepreneurial dreams. I hope that today’s episode gives you the permission you need to prioritize your physical health while you run your business.

In this episode you’ll hear: 

• My personal journey to caring for my physical health
• Checking in with yourself
• Ways to make your physical health a priority while running a business

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theblushpages
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• The Blush Pages Website | melissakoehler.net/membership
• Webinar

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. 

Don’t do what I did. After being a business owner for over two decades and sharing confessions with you weekly, today’s confession might be my most vulnerable yet. I have spent most of my years as an entrepreneur ignoring my mental and emotional health. I have gotten sucked all the way up into the hustle culture that says “sleep is for the weak” or “your family will be there when you're done.” Today, I offer my lucky 7 tips to making sure that you are prioritizing your mental and emotional health while running your business from a place of abundance. I hope you walk away from today’s episode feeling encouraged and inspired to pour into your own cup for a change and take control of your health, both mentally and emotionally!

 

In this episode you’ll hear: 

 

• The effects of hustle culture on your mental health
• The importance your mental and emotional health as an entrepreneur
• Seven tips to living with an abundance mindset

 

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theblushpages
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• The Blush Pages Website | melissakoehler.net/membership
• Stay Connected via Text
• How to Turn Your Side Hustle into a Profitable Business Webinar

 

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. 

If you’ve been listening to me for a while now, you know how important mindset is to me. In motherhood and in the business entrepreneurial space, the way you think about things matters. Today I am joined by author, wellness activist, and stage 3 cancer survivor Erin Soto. After ignoring signs that her body was telling her, she realized that her mindset was playing directly into what was happening to her physically. She now believes that self care is healthcare and she champions others to know their bodies and listen to what it’s saying. After my recent health struggles over the past year, I am so inspired after reading her book “The Mother of All Fights” and speaking with her today.

 

In this episode you’ll hear: 

 

• Erin Soto’s story
• Dealing with trauma and grief healthily
• Mindset is your greatest medicine

 

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Erin’s Instagram I @authorerinsoto
• Erin’s Website I https://www.authorerinsoto.com
• Erin’s Facebook I https://www.facebook.com/AuthorErinSoto
• Get Erin’s Book I The Mother Of All Fights
• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theblushpages
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• The Blush Pages Website | melissakoehler.net/membership

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co.

This confession may shock you… while I now have a good grasp on running my business from a place of peace and rest, it hasn't always been like that. In fact, trying to run my business, my family, and myself almost ruined me! I am so glad that now I can recognize the signs of burnout and I know how to move forward with fresh passion. The tips that helped save me are the exact tips that I’m going to share with you today. I hope that today’s episode encourages you to build a strong foundation and grow deep roots in purpose and healthy drive.

 

In this episode you’ll hear: 

 

• Unlocking your deepest desires 
• Discovering your true passions
• Starting a business rooted joy rather than hustle

 

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theblushpages
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• The Blush Pages Website | melissakoehler.net/membership
• The Business Starter Kit

 

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. 

SUPER UNPOPULAR CONFESSION: My seasons of extreme hustle left me everything but feeling successful. I said it. Forcing yourself to work on things that aren't bringing in business or profit leads to burnout and that’s the farthest from where you want to be. If I’ve learned anything in my years of being in the business entrepreneurial space, it is that there is always a better way. In today’s episode, I not only offer 4 ways you can grow your business peacefully, but I also give you 4 income-producing activities that you can implement in your business today!  

In this episode you’ll hear: 

• What is “hustle”
• Why is my hustle leading to burnout
• Growing your business with peace at your pace

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theblushpages
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• The Blush Pages Website | melissakoehler.net/membership
• Shop my presets! 

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. 

Guess who’s back with another confession? It’s me. Truth is, I used to never want to rest. I wanted to be doing everything at all times, and if I wasn’t doing everything all at once, I would feel like I had failed. If you are telling yourself that and believe that like I did, please know that it is a LIE! That is no way to live. You can get things done, be a productive mom, and a successful business owner and also have ample time for rest. Make time for you today. Unwind a bit and enjoy this episode.

 

In this episode you’ll hear: 

 

• The power rest has on your business. 
• How to rest without losing momentum. 
• Staying organized in your business in order to prioritize rest 

 

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theblushpages
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• The Blush Pages Website | melissakoehler.net/membership

 

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. 

YOU GUYS!!! If you know anything about me, you know that I am all in on the enneagram. I have been an enneagram coach for years and I love the way that it has not only helped me in my life, but also in my business. Today, I had the great opportunity to sit down and talk with Becky Joyce and talk all things “Enneagram 101.” She breaks down each type and gives us insight on how every person and every type works and fits together. We even talk about how the enneagram can work for your business whether you are an entrepreneur or a creative. Even I learned a few things from her today and I hope that you do too!

In this episode you’ll hear: 

 

• What are the 9 enneagram types
• How to use the enneagram to its full capacity
• How to find a community to support your type

 

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theblushpages
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• The Blush Pages Website | melissakoehler.net/membership

 

This podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. 

Here’s a confession for you: I am very much an introvert when it comes to life in business. You may hear my podcast and think I’m a very outgoing and loud person, but that’s not actually the case. I love being around my community, but I enjoy being alone to recharge, and that works for me! No matter what your personality type is, in this episode, I want to help offer a few tips and strategies to help maximize your reach and expand your business.

 

In this episode you’ll hear: 

 

• Running a business as an introvert or as an extrovert. 
• Knowing yourself equals building a better business
• Uncovering your hidden talents specific to your personality type

 

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theblushpages
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• The Blush Pages Website | melissakoehler.net/membership
• Enneagram Type Guide | https://melissakoehler.ck.page/f01c6809ac 

 

The podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co. 

Your voice is powerful. YES, I said it. In today’s episode, I am joined by Lindsay J. Williams and I truly believe that she is my soul sister. We are so similar and have the same goal to empower female entrepreneurs along their journey. Her message for us today is all about the importance of your voice and how to use it to generate warm leads that will take your business far. Through personality packed content, and out of this world customer service, Lindsay has grown her wedding stationery company, from $30k to $300k in yearly revenue in just 5 years. If you want top notch tips on how to get your message out there effectively while growing your business exponentially, this episode is for you.

 

In this episode you’ll hear: 

 

• What are warm leads and cold leads
• Connection and communicating your value
• The message and not the method

 

Links to all the things mentioned: 

• Instagram | @mkoehler
• Instagram | @theblushpages
• Personal Website | melissakoehler.net
• The Blush Pages Website | melissakoehler.net/membership

The podcast was produced by Pivot Media Co.