Looking for the freedom to be more authentic while simultaneously becoming a magnet for publicity, attention, and sales? Today’s guest on the RV LIFE Entrepreneur show shares how she has done just that simply by using Instagram to grow her RV renovation business. 

Tessa Terry of Alchemy RV Renovation shares with us her unique approach to building a business through more creativity and simpler marketing. Her story is full of ideas about how to expand your revenue without feeling burdened by adding too much, and how to meet people where they’re at on their customer journey. 

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Website: alchemyrvrenovations.com

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Our discussion this time is for all entrepreneurs hoping to grow their network. Specifically, we're talking about relationship marketing, and the importance of connecting with others in a genuine way. Building new relationships can be difficult as a nomad. That's why we're speaking with Sue Brooke with Alignable. Jim explains how he has made some good connections on the platform - without all the distraction, negativity, and irrelevant content often found on Facebook. And, Sue helps us understand how Alignable differs from LinkedIn to connect you with the people who matter most to you. Spoiler alert: It's all about relationship building.

Enjoy this deep dive into relationship marketing, network building, redefining success and working with a mission. Sue provides tips for developing our networking skills, when so many of us tend to work in a bubble. She also offers helpful suggestions for breaking the ice with new contacts, and defines relationship marketing with some impressive examples.

GUEST BIO: Sue Brooke, Professional Speaker, Author, and Business & Marketing Strategist, possesses nearly four decades of entrepreneurial expertise. At the core of her business success lies the fundamental belief in fostering authentic relationships. Currently, Sue contributes her knowledge and leadership to Alignable.com's Advocacy team, where she spearheads educational programs for fellow business owners. Throughout her Alignable on the Road tour, Sue travels the country in her motorhome to actively support and engage with small business owners. Over the past three years, she has covered over 31,000 miles across 44 states, with plans to extend her journey through the rest of the lower 48 and into Canada.

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Alignable on the Road Group

http://AlignableOnTheRoad.com

Sue Brooke

https://www.SueBrooke.com

Alignable University

https://www.alignable.com/learn/alignable-university

What Is Relationship Marketing?

https://learn.alignable.com/lessons/what-is-relationship-marketing-anyway

RV LIFE Trip Wizard

https://tripwizard.rvlife.com/

Send Out Cards

http://cardsfromsue.com/

[Sue's Affiliate Link]

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Join Rose Willard for an inspiring conversation with Dave and Traci Stanley, passionate travelers, entrepreneurs and full-time RVers, as they share their journey of building community on the road.

From their beginnings as home exchangers to becoming host consultants for CurbNTurf, Dave and Traci exemplify the spirit of connection and entrepreneurship in the RV lifestyle.

Discover how they turned their love for travel into a mission to cultivate meaningful relationships, and learn about the exciting opportunities CurbNTurf offers for fellow travelers.

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Connect With Dave & Traci:

Email: [email protected]

Learn More About CurbNTurf:

www.CurbNTurf.com

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Podup Podcasting Platform:

podup.com?fpr=david28

RVcast Podcast:

www.RVcast.com

RV Convention:

https://rvconvention.podup.com/

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Do you really need to form an LLC when starting your small business? What's the difference between copyright and trademark? What is the CTA, and why do you need to know about new BOI filing requirements? Find out on this episode of The RV Entrepreneur with Kimberly Decarrera from Springboard Legal.

Learn all about the new Beneficial Ownership Information filing requirements as part of the Corporate Transparency Act and find out whether or not your company is exempt. Kimberly shares tips for structuring your small business and bookkeeping for beginners. Jim shares his personal experience protecting intellectual property, and Kimberly suggests some important steps to take, especially for coaches and content creators.

GUEST BIO: Kimberly DeCarrera is a lawyer, CFO, and business strategist, helping growing companies grow in smart, sustainable ways to ensure long-term success. She has served as in-house Chief Financial and Legal Officer (CFO/CLO) for a fast-growing logistics company, started a fractional CFO service for law firms, and served as a consultant to many of the Fortune 500. She brings all this experience to now help startups and small businesses grow while mitigating risks and maximizing stakeholder value.

Connect with Kimberly:

https://linkedin.com/in/kdecarrera

https://linkedin.com/company/springboardlegal

https://facebook.com/springboardlegal

https://twitter.com/decarrera

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Springboard Legal

https://springboardlegal.com

CTA & BOI E-Filing:

https://boiefiling.fincen.gov/

National Law Review - U.S. Corporate Transparency Act: Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Obligations Take Effect

https://www.natlawreview.com/article/us-corporate-transparency-act-beneficial-ownership-disclosure-obligations-take

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Being an RV entrepreneur means finding creative ways to build community from the road. In this episode, you'll hear from Melissa Camilleri about how to network more effectively while you build your business from your RV.

Melissa Camilleri is the Co-founder of Stand for the And Education Company and the Impact Incubator. With over 20 years as a credentialed educator, a professional leader in training and development, and a decade in digital marketing, Melissa guides established business owners to maximize their impact and their income with one-to-many offers -- in person and online. Over the last five years alone, she and her business partner, Angela Greaser, have helped their clients generate over $56 million in revenue through courses/programs and other group offerings. They are also the founders of the Prosper Network -- a community of women who share the values of generosity, reciprocity, and expansion in business. She’s a mom of 3 young kiddos, wife to one handsome husband, homeschools, and lives in Northern California.

Learn more about the Prosper Network: https://standfortheand.com/the-prosper-network

Learn more about Stand for the And: https://standfortheand.com

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Can't we all just get along? Apparently we can! Paul Zapala and James Meyer are a gay couple that has enjoyed RVing for 8+ years. While they've never personally encountered the hatred that often occurs online, they understand the need for LGBTQ RVers to feel safe when traveling. That's why they've grown their Youtube channel and the resources at gayrving.com.

Tune in to discover, what exaclty are LGBTQ campgrounds and where do you find them? Learn about the content and resources Paul and James have developed, and why. Get a better understanding of what it's like traveling as a same sex couple, and how that's not much different than the same challenges faced by RVers of color, senior couples, and families. Most importantly, hear how it is community that matters most to feel welcome, wherever you go.

Connect with Paul and James:

https://www.instagram.com/jamespaulsrv/

https://www.facebook.com/OurRVTrip

RESOURCES MENTIONED

https://gayrving.com

LGBTQ Campground Map

https://www.gayrving.com/campgroundmap

Huff Po Article:

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/gay-rv-owners-travel-america_n_63a9b417e4b0ae9de1b1e667

Workampers Facebook Group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/weloveworkamping

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If you're thinking of transforming your RV into an off-grid capable machine, you need to know about the services and education Neil Gibson provides at ⁠www.nomadelectric.net⁠

Neil, a seasoned nomad, has spent the past four years living off-grid with his family in the South-West, immersing himself in the freedom of van life. Transitioning from a career in IT, Neil found his calling as a mobile RV and Solar technician, dedicated to assisting vacationers, businesses, and full-time road-lifers in transforming their RVs, buses, or vans into fully off-grid capable machines. Beyond repairs, Neil offers comprehensive on-site education to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills to confidently navigate their electrical systems. This means YOU help with all aspects of the install!

Tune in to hear how Neil empowers RVers to mitigate common electrical mistakes and hazards.

Learn his unique approach to designing electrical systems, setting him apart from other DIY RV Techs.

Discover his advice for entrepreneurs looking to get into RV tech.

And hear about his heartwarming success stories as well as some of the worst systems he's had to repair!

Neil invites you to embark on a journey towards safer and more sustainable RV living.

Connect With Neil:

www.nomadelectric.net

https://www.instagram.com/nomadelectricllc

https://www.facebook.com/nomadelectricllc

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In today's Ask Us Anything episode, the cohosts open up about their journeys of personal growth, sharing intimate insights on how they consistently challenge themselves. Discover how their quest for self-improvement not only enriches their lives but also translates into business success. Plus, they share a few inspirational reads that have shaped their mindset.

They'll also answer an RVE community member's question,

And stick around till the end for a brief discussion into community building and collaborations, where you'll uncover the secrets to fostering business growth.

Don't miss out on this winning combination of self-improvement and actionable wisdom!

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Mentioned In This Episode:

Blog Articles:

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Challenge Yourself In Life To Sharpen Your Entrepreneurial Skills

https://therventrepreneur.com/challenge-yourself/

On Setting Goals: Insight from 3 Favorite Thought Leaders

https://therventrepreneur.com/setting-goals/

Recommended Reading

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All It Takes Is A Goal, John Acuff

https://amzn.to/42tEb0J

The Comfort Crisis, Michael Easter

https://amzn.to/4bxGqV0

Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World, Adam Grant

https://amzn.to/4bu7xA4

Zombie Loyalists, Peter Shankman

https://amzn.to/4bxS55V

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Thinking of a big career change, or transitioning to working from the road? Then don't miss this discussion with leadership transition coach Don Gleason.

Don is a retired Colonel who served 27 years in the Air Force before transitioning to be a corporate management consultant. He is now "half retired" and enjoying the RV life while helping people move on with the next phase of their lives. Don serves military and civilian personnel in their search to find the job that energizes them so they can live the life that fulfills them most.

We discuss leadership, team building, coaching, and the best aps for CRM, content delivery, and more. Don shares stories from his military career as a civil engineer. And, Jim discovers how skills learned from birdwatching can translate into business development.

GUEST BIO: Don Gleason is a retired Air Force Colonel who served 27-yrs and was promoted to Colonel before retiring in 2009. He then served 9 yrs with Booz Allen Hamilton as a management consultant. Today he serves military and non-military in their job search to have the great half-retired career he has. He helps them find the job that energizes them so they can get the life that fulfills them.

Connect with Don:

https://achievenewheights.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-gleason/

https://www.facebook.com/dongleason39/

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Workamper News Podcast Episode #258
https://workampershow.com/don-gleason-describes-managing-his-business-while-part-time-rving-in-episode-258/

Lunch Club: https://lunchclub.com/

ConvertKit: https://convertkit.com/

PipeDrive CRM: https://www.pipedrive.com/

Calendly: https://calendly.com/

Course/Content Platforms:

https://kajabi.com/

https://thinkific.com/

REDCOMMENDED READING:

Half Retire – Keep Your Business Ditch the Stress:
https://amzn.to/48yKC4M

Think and Grow Rich:
https://amzn.to/3Sja0pD

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Sarah is a full-time RVer traveling the US with her husband. Together, they've been debt-free TWICE and now find themselves in the top 25% of Americans for Net Worth. Through her work, Sarah helps people feel safe, secure, and confident in their money decisions, both personally and professionally — and she does it without shame, guilt, or restriction.

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www.keepingupwiththejonesesfc.com

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