By Shelagh Cummins
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Scaling is messy, but the rewards are worth it—time freedom, flexibility, and the ability to dream big. - Laura Tolhoek
In this inspiring episode of The Road to Seven, host Shelagh Cummins sits down with Laura Tolhoek, founder of Essential HR, to explore the journey of scaling a business. Laura reveals how she built a team of passionate and skilled professionals, emphasizing the importance of letting go of tasks that don’t spark joy to focus on her strengths. She shares how scaling has brought her not only exponential growth but also flexibility and time freedom to pursue her passions and side hustles. Laura encourages entrepreneurs to embrace an abundance mindset and believe in the possibilities of scaling.
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"Small actions create large success." - Shelagh Cummins
In this episode of The Road to Seven, Shelagh Cummins unpacks the difference between business growth and scaling, two essential stages for entrepreneurs building sustainable businesses. Shelagh emphasizes the unique challenges women face as they transition from growth to scale, diving into the mindset shifts, financial strategies, and team-building investments necessary for true scalability.
Listen in as she explores how embracing vulnerability and understanding cash flow can help leaders maintain focus on impact while managing the risks that come with expansion. If you’re looking to build a business that serves both your goals and legacy, this episode is packed with actionable insights.
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Ready to deepen your understanding of scaling and take actionable steps toward sustainable growth? Tune in to this week’s episode on The Road to Seven.
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"Get out of your office. Go out and talk to people, talk to as many people as you can. Get as much feedback as you can. That's gold." - Maria Plummer
In this inspiring episode of The Road to Seven, Shelagh Cummins speaks with Maria Plummer, an oncology nurse turned entrepreneur, who created Yewtwist, a medical device aimed at transforming IV procedures by making them safer and more efficient.
Maria shares her journey from identifying a critical need in her field to developing a viable solution, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, community support, and trusting one's instincts. From ideation to product development and beyond, Maria’s journey reveals the value of perseverance, listening to customer feedback, and creating a product that addresses real challenges in healthcare.
Join us as we dive into Maria’s entrepreneurial story and learn valuable lessons on growth, resilience, and the impact of creating solutions that truly make a difference.
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In this episode of The Road to Seven, Shelagh Cummins dives deep into the art of selling with integrity, helping entrepreneurs overcome common sales pitfalls and unlock their revenue potential.
Shelagh explores why so many entrepreneurs tend to "bury the sale"—hiding their offers and undervaluing their impact. She shares practical strategies for aligning your integrity with your business values, communicating your offer clearly, and building client trust through transparency.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation on redefining the sales process, embracing your unique value, and confidently putting your offers out into the world.
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In this episode of The Road to Seven, we welcome Staci Millard, founder of Thrive Accounting, as she takes us on her entrepreneurial journey. From navigating the intricacies of building an accounting firm to selling it, Staci shares valuable insights on thinking like an entrepreneur, pricing for scalability, and developing leadership skills to grow a successful business. She also gives us a sneak peek into her future plans—developing a software solution to simplify bookkeeping and deliver more strategic financial advice to small business owners.
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https://www.instagram.com/staci.millard/
https://www.instagram.com/thriveaccounting/
https://www.thriveaccounting.co
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In this episode of The Road to Seven, Shelagh Cummins dives into a crucial topic for every entrepreneur: setting boundaries in your business. Shelagh explores the fine line between keeping clients happy and over-committing, revealing how people-pleasing can lead to burnout. Drawing on her personal experience and insights from coaching women entrepreneurs, she explains how setting clear boundaries isn’t just important—it’s essential for sustainable business growth.
Shelagh breaks down practical ways to set boundaries, train clients on your availability, and create processes that protect both your well-being and your business. She emphasizes that success doesn’t require sacrificing your health or personal life. Instead, it’s about building a business that works for you while still delivering great results for clients.
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Tune in to learn how you can set up healthy boundaries that lead to happier clients—and a happier, more balanced life for you!
In this episode of The Road to Seven, Shelagh sits down with Victoria Marshman, the co-founder of Mave & Chez, to discuss her incredible journey of launching a successful slipper brand. Victoria and her business partner started in event planning, but when the pandemic hit, they pivoted to create a product designed for women. They used a Kickstarter campaign to raise $50,000 and appeared on Dragon’s Den, where they secured a deal with two dragons.
Victoria shares valuable lessons about building a product-based business, navigating a business partnership, and the importance of community and mentorship. She also dives into the challenges of cash flow management and the significance of evolving based on customer feedback. If you’re interested in how entrepreneurs overcome obstacles, raise funds, and stay driven by impact, this episode is a must-listen.
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Learn more about Mave & Chez
https://maveandchez.com/
https://www.instagram.com/maveandchez/
https://victoriamarshman.ca/
https://www.instagram.com/victoria_marshman
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After a hiatus, Shelagh Cummins returns to The Road to Seven podcast to share why she took a break and what's driving her to return. She discusses the importance of letting go of things that are out of alignment and that are not working in your business. Shelagh also emphasizes the power of speaking and connecting with audiences and the value of thinking and inner work in business growth. She introduces the concept of momentum and how it can propel entrepreneurs to the next level. Shelagh invites listeners to share the one thing stopping them from staying in consistent action and offers support through coaching and programs.
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In this episode, Shelagh Cummins dives deep with Jen Harper, the inspiring founder of Cheekbone Beauty. Jen shares her extraordinary journey from working in the seafood industry to creating a beauty brand that stands out for its commitment to sustainability, representation, and social impact. She opens up about the personal challenges she faced, the pivotal role of education, and how community support shaped her path. This conversation is packed with insights on the influence of Indigenous culture in business, the importance of transparency in the beauty industry, and what it really takes to grow a purpose-driven brand. Jen also reveals the strategies behind Cheekbone Beauty’s growth, the challenges of investment and scaling, and her exciting vision for the brand's future.
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Learn more about Jenn Harper and Cheekbone Beauty:
www.cheekbonebeauty.com
https://www.instagram.com/cheekbonebeauty/?hl=en
https://www.facebook.com/cheekbonebeauty/
https://twitter.com/cheekbonebeauty
https://ca.linkedin.com/company/cheekbone-beauty
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-JpqTI-QdLv1vtCotPArQ
https://www.tiktok.com/@cheekbonebeauty
Links:
To work with me and make your next power move, visit:
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“Debt does not mean you are bad with money, that you don't know how to do business, that you are not worthy. It is not something to be ashamed of. It's not something to feel guilty about. It just is.”
- Shelagh Cummins
Today we’re talking about debt, and the first thing I want to share with you is that it doesn’t need to be a word that brings on feeling of shame or guilt - debt is a tool, and in this episode of The Road To Seven Podcast I’m going to show you how to master it.
I’m going to share with you a few examples of what bad debt is, and what can happen if you take on loans with high interest rates, and no opportunity for return on investment, or ROI. I’m also going to share examples from clients that I’ve worked with, who leveraged good debt in order to grow their businesses.
No matter what, we all take on some form of debt at some point in our business journey, what’s important to remember is that you take on debt strategically, and you find a way to release the shame and guilt around any debt that you currently have, or will have in the future.
In this episode of the Road to Seven podcast, you’ll discover:
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00:01 Intro
01:57 An invitation
04:49 Bad debt
09:18 The state of lending today
10:40 Leveraging good debt
13:09 Micro-lending
13:51 Let go of the story attached to your debt
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You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.
I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!
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