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Have you ever said “yes” to a business opportunity when your gut screamed “no”? In this episode, I share real-life stories of ignoring those instincts, from messy collaborations to draining clients, and reveal the costly lessons I’ve learned about protecting your “yes.” We dive into why we override our gut (hello, FOMO and people-pleasing), red flags to watch for, and simple, practical ways to set boundaries and say no without burning bridges.

01:20 - Why we say yes when our gut says no

02:52 - Red flags that I’ve experienced with collaborations and clients

06:33 - How to say no gracefully while keeping relationships intact

07:52 - Practical boundary-setting tips that will help you trust your gut in business

Links & Resources:

• The Savvy Seller Collective
• Episode 128, Success Your Way: A Different Approach to 2025 Planning
• Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co 
• Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
• Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
• More resources for growing your TPT business
• Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode161 

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Have you ever thought, “Maybe I could write a book someday,” and then immediately shut it down because… where would you even start? Same here. That dream has been in the back of my mind for years, so I brought in someone who could help both you and me finally figure it out. Meet Kate Allyson—book coach, editor, and encourager of aspiring authors. Whether your book idea is business-related or deeply personal, Kate’s here to show you it’s absolutely possible.

In this episode, Kate walks us through the book-writing process in a way that feels doable, even for busy entrepreneurs. We talk about organizing your ideas, the types of books that support your business, and what publishing actually looks like today (hint: it’s way more accessible than you think). More than anything, this episode is your nudge to finally explore that book idea you’ve been holding onto, because someone out there might really need to hear your story.

Links & Resources:

• Kate’s free Book Map Template
• Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co 
• Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
• The Savvy Seller Collective
• Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
• More resources for growing your TPT business
• Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode160

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You know that feeling when you open your WordPress dashboard and see a plugin list a mile long—some you don’t even remember installing? I’ve been there too. But after managing a dozen WordPress sites for my own business, I’ve figured out exactly which plugins are worth using and which ones just slow things down. In this episode, I’m sharing the five plugins I always install and why they’re non-negotiable for things like security, SEO, performance, and overall peace of mind.

These tools are doing some serious behind-the-scenes work, from protecting your site from hacks to improving your search rankings and speeding up your pages. I’m also sharing my favorite drag-and-drop builder, why image compression matters more than you think, and the plugin I built myself to make daily backups and updates effortless. And if keeping up with all of this sounds like one more thing on your already-full plate, don’t worry, my WordPress Care Plan covers it all, with a team that’s got your back 24/7!

Links & Resources:

• WordPress Care Plan
• RankMath
• Imagify
• Solid Security
• Elementor
• Episode 104, 11 Best WooCommerce Plugins: What to Install and What to Skip
• Episode 141, Website Spring Cleaning: Improve Website Performance, Security, and Sales in 30 Minutes
• Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co 
• Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
• The Savvy Seller Collective
• Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
• More resources for growing your TPT business
• Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode159 

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If you're only using AI to crank out social media captions or email copy, you're leaving a ton of its power on the table. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on three creative ways to use AI in your business, none of which involve sounding like a robot or churning out cookie-cutter content. These are time-saving strategies that keep your voice and help you stand out in a sea of sameness.

I’ll walk you through how I use AI to turn messy voice memo brain dumps into organized, unique content plans, including the exact process I used to create this very episode! Plus, I’m sharing how my team builds streamlined SOPs using nothing more than a Loom video and an AI-generated checklist, and how I’m using AI to analyze customer feedback and uncover hidden gems that drive my content, product updates, and marketing. Spoiler alert: It’s like hiring a really smart assistant who never sleeps.

And because business and life aren’t separate, I wrap things up with a few fun personal uses too, like diagnosing my sad-looking plants, generating hotel gym workouts, and even planning family travel. Whether you're brand new to AI or already dabbling, this episode will give you a fresh perspective and inspire you to try some truly creative ways to use AI in your business.

02:15 - AI for content organization (do this if you want to stand out!)

05:18 - How to easily create SOPs with AI

07:50 - Using AI to analyze customer feedback

10:11 - Fun ways I’m using AI in my personal life

Links & Resources:

• The Savvy Seller Collective 
• Episode 157, Are You Making These Expensive AI Mistakes?
• Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co 
• Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
• Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
• More resources for growing your TPT business
• Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode158 

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AI is everywhere these days, and while it can be an amazing tool, it's also becoming a minefield of costly AI mistakes for business owners. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on some of the most common missteps I’m seeing digital product sellers make when using AI. From letting AI tools write your legal policies (please don’t!) to blindly trusting AI-generated website code, these mistakes might seem small but can lead to big problems with your credibility, performance, or even legal compliance.

I walk you through why you should never use AI for things like privacy policies or contracts, and why AI code (though convenient) can easily break your site if you don’t fully understand what it’s doing. I even share a behind-the-scenes example of how my own excitement about an AI-built automation backfired. The bottom line? If you’re not double-checking AI’s output or editing it to reflect your actual brand voice, you could be hurting your business more than helping it.

This episode isn’t anti-AI - far from it! I use it all the time. But we need to be savvy about how we’re using it. So if you’ve been tempted to copy-paste AI copy, take its “facts” at face value, or let it take the reins on your tech without oversight, this is your nudge to pause and rethink your approach. Tune in to hear what to avoid today, and come back next week for the creative, strategic ways I do recommend using AI in your business.

01:24 - Using AI for legal content like privacy policies or contracts

04:00 - Letting AI generate website code without understanding it

06:52 - Trusting AI-generated “facts” without verifying

08:34 - Copy-pasting AI-generated copy without editing for brand voice

Links & Resources:

• Termageddon
• WordPress Care Plan
• Episode 148, The 15-Minute Weekly Plan: How AI Helped Me Stop Wasting My Best Brain Hours
• Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co 
• Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
• The Savvy Seller Collective
• Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
• More resources for growing your TPT business
• Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode157 

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Social media has never been my favorite part of business. Like many of you, I’ve spent more time than I’d like to admit spiraling over what to post and how it might be received. But this episode with Kate Gilbert flipped my mindset entirely. Kate is a business coach with a unique blend of tough love and grace, and she’s on a mission to help entrepreneurs ditch the pressure and show up online with authenticity.

Kate isn’t here for hustle culture or the pressure to post daily. Instead, she brings a refreshingly compassionate perspective—one that treats social media more like a casual kitchen party than a constant performance. Her signature “Candy Crush rule” helped me reframe the algorithm not as a judge, but as just a system. What really matters is showing up with intention, on your own terms.

In a world where AI-generated everything is the norm, Kate reminds us that being real is actually our greatest asset. She shares powerful stories of entrepreneurs who built trust and connection by showing up as their imperfect selves—moldy fridges and all. If social media has ever made you doubt yourself, this episode will help you see it as a tool for connection, not perfection!

03:30 - Overcoming feelings of social media anxiety

11:10 - What is the candy crush rule for social media success?

16:49 -  Vanity metrics don’t equal business success (and what we SHOULD be focusing on instead)

21:46 - Social media as an important touchpoint, even for introverts

24:51 - Authenticity trumps perfection in our current low-trust environment 

Links & Resources:

• Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co
• Kate's Free "YIKES! I Should Post!" Guide
• Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
• The Savvy Seller Collective
• Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
• More resources for growing your TPT business
• Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

Connect With Kate:

• Instagram: @kategi
• Website
• LinkedIn

Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode156 

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I’m taking you behind the scenes to share five things I’m testing in my business right now—no fluff, no perfect outcomes, just honest experimentation. From swapping out boring freebies for engaging quiz funnels to using AI and automations to streamline my workflow, I’m giving you a peek into what’s working (and what’s still a work in progress).

If you’ve been feeling stuck or unsure how to evolve your business, this episode is for you. These strategies are helping me build a more efficient and authentic business, and they might be just what you need to shake things up, too!

01:34 - Quiz funnels as a new lead magnet

03:48 - Extended email nurture sequences

05:20 -  Why I’m working to eliminate content switching (and what that even means!)

07:52 - AI and workflow automations I’m creating to work more efficiently

11:00 - Embracing “messy” and authentic content 

Links & Resources:

• Take my quiz to determine what your next business steps are!
• Make (my replacement for Zapier!)
• Episode 154, 3 Trends I’m Noticing in Online Business Right Now 
• Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co 
• Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
• The Savvy Seller Collective
• Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
• More resources for growing your TPT business
• Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode155 

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Something feels off in the online business world lately, doesn’t it? If your go-to strategies aren’t landing like they used to, there’s a reason why. In this episode, I’m sharing three major trends I’ve been noticing in my business, with my clients, and across the digital space. These shifts could explain why things feel harder right now, and I’ll walk you through how to respond in ways that feel aligned and effective.

We’ll talk about why perfectly polished content is falling flat and how being more human and relatable can actually drive better results. I also break down the growing need for more customer touch points before a sale happens, and why that’s not necessarily a bad thing. And finally, I share why simplicity is the new secret weapon in your offers and marketing—and how I’m applying that in my own work. If you’re ready to adapt and thrive, this episode will help you do just that!

01:28 - Trend 1: Authentic (and often messy), human-sounding content is converting better

04:29 - Trend 2: People need more touch points to convert

06:11 - Trend 3: People want simplicity over complex strategies

08:26 - 3 action steps to help you implement these trends this week

Links & Resources:

• Interested in Homepage Express? Reach out here!
• Episode 120, The 20-Minute Newsletter Strategy That Converts with Liz Wilcox
• Episode 148, The 15-Minute Weekly Plan: How AI Helped Me Stop Wasting My Best Brain Hours
• Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co 
• Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
• The Savvy Seller Collective
• Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
• More resources for growing your TPT business
• Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode154 

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Do you view sales funnels as some kind of sleazy marketing trap, or think they’re way too complicated to even attempt? That’s exactly why I recorded this episode. I’m breaking down what nobody tells you about sales funnels: that they can actually be simple, ethical, and—dare I say it—kind of fun to build. If you’ve ever avoided funnels because they felt overwhelming or a little gross, this conversation is going to change your mind.

I share how to create a values-aligned funnel using tools like Kit and Elementor, without relying on fake urgency or manipulative tactics. With practical tips on lead magnets, landing pages, and email sequences that serve, you’ll walk away feeling confident and ready to build a funnel that actually works!

02:27 - What a sales funnel actually is, and examples of what an effective (and simple) one looks like

07:32 - Ethical vs. unethical sales funnel tactics

09:51 - Four essential things you need for creating a sales funnel that converts

13:47 - What you should sell in your sales funnel and why

15:22 - Specific action steps for creating your first sales funnel

Links & Resources:

• The Savvy Funnel Starter Kit
• Kit - affiliate link
• Elementor - affiliate link
• ThriveCart - affiliate link
• Episode 72, What is a Funnel? A Simple Guide for TPT Sellers
• Episode 117, Launching Your Funnel Without the Stress [Funnel Series]
• Let’s Get (and Keep) Your Funnel Converting [Funnel Series]
• Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co 
• Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
• The Savvy Seller Collective
• Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
• More resources for growing your TPT business
• Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode153 

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Feel like your marketing sounds…just like everyone else’s? It might be missing the one thing that truly sets you apart: your story! In this episode, I’m joined by marketing expert, Mary Czarnecki, to explore how storytelling isn’t just fluff - it’s one of the most strategic tools you can use to connect with your audience and drive real results.

Mary breaks down how to uncover the everyday moments that resonate, why personal stories can outperform polished business ones, and how to use storytelling across your entire marketing funnel. She shares practical tips for weaving stories into everything from Instagram captions to sales pages, without overthinking it.

From the power of a childhood memory to a lesson learned on the lacrosse field, we cover how emotional connections fuels conversions, and why you already have everything you need to tell stories that sell. This conversation can truly change the way you approach your content. Storytelling isn’t just a marketing tactic - it’s how you build trust, spark action, and grow a business people care about!

02:37 - Tips for finding the best stories to share in your marketing

08:06 - How you can use stories to create a connection and drive sales

10:28 - How do you structure your stories so that they’re effective (and not too long!)?

16:15 - A quick action step to take if you want to use stories to create a deeper connection with your audience

Links & Resources:

• Follow me on Instagram @kristendoyle.co 
• Check out my Everything Page: a one-stop shop for savvy selling!
• The Savvy Seller Collective
• Join my private Facebook community: Savvy Teacher Sellers
• More resources for growing your TPT business
• Rate & review The Savvy Teacher Seller on Apple Podcasts

Connect with Mary:

• Website
• Instagram: @maryczarnecki
• LinkedIn
• Podcast: Sticky Notes Marketing

Show Notes: https://kristendoyle.co/episode152

Feeling overwhelmed by all the things you think you need to do to grow your digital product business? Take the Savvy Seller Quiz and find out exactly what to focus on right now to actually move your business forward. 

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