In this episode, we sit down with Jenny Q. Williams, founder and president of St. Louis Closet Company, to talk about how she turned a vision for smart, stylish storage into one of the most successful custom closet businesses in the Midwest.

Jenny shares her journey from starting in a small warehouse to growing a company rooted in referrals, repeat business, and rock-solid relationships. We also dive into how she stays creative, builds customer loyalty, and—fun fact—what it was like designing rapper Nelly’s closet (yes, really!).

Whether you're a small business owner, designer, or just obsessed with getting organized, Jenny’s insights on scaling a service-based business with heart will inspire you to reimagine what’s possible.

🎙️ In This Episode, We Cover:

• Jenny’s entrepreneurial start and how she built St. Louis Closet Company from scratch
• The importance of repeat and referral business — and how to cultivate it
• Her tips for creating systems that keep customers coming back

🌟 About Jenny Q. Williams:
Jenny is the founder and president of St. Louis Closet Company, a woman-owned, locally operated business that has been designing custom closets and organizational systems since 1991. With a deep commitment to customer service, community engagement, and empowering women in business, Jenny has built a brand known for quality, trust, and style.

Book recommendation alert! Styles of Joy by SC Perot

🔗 Connect with Jenny and St. Louis Closet Company:
Website: stlouisclosetco.com
Instagram: @stlouisclosetco
Facebook: St. Louis Closet Company

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I had a GREAT conversation today about one of my favorite topics- SELLING!

Meet Andee Hart, your go-to Sales Strategist. 

Andee Hart is a dynamic entrepreneur, sales strategist, mentor, and the host of She Sells Differently. While thriving in a high-level sales role at a Fortune 500 company, Andee began a passion project—Hart Design Co., hand-pouring candles in her kitchen. What started as a small side hustle selling in local boutiques quickly grew into a successful wholesale business and storefront.

Within one year, Andee made the bold leap from corporate life to full-time entrepreneurship, fueled by her strategic mindset, engaging social media presence, and counter-cultural sales techniques that helped her stand out in saturated markets.

Andee’s mission is to empower women to overcome sales anxiety and grow their businesses with integrity, grace, and confidence.

🔥 Signature Topics

• Common Sales Mistakes Women Entrepreneurs Make (and How to Overcome Them)
• Navigating the Noise: Differentiating Your Brand in a Saturated Market
• Why Customers Aren’t Buying From You (and It’s Not Your Product)
• How Counter-Cultural Sales Approaches Set Brands Apart
• Building the Bridge: From Corporate Career to Creative Entrepreneurship

YOU CAN FIND ANDEE HERE:

www,andeehart.com

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

https://www.instagram.com/andeehart/

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You’ve poured your heart into creating a product or service that can truly help people, but is anyone seeing it? In today’s mini-episode, we’re talking about visibility. Because let’s face it: you can’t grow if you’re invisible.

Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been in business for years, you need to get louder, bolder, and more visible.

Thoughts to consider:
 ✨ Why having a great product isn’t enough
 ✨ How to consistently talk about your offer (without feeling salesy)
 ✨ The power of sharing your product with other business owners
 ✨ Why podcasts are still one of the best visibility tools
✨ How to get past perfection and start showing up

Key Takeaway:
Done is better than perfect—and clarity comes through action. Your brand deserves to be seen and heard, and it starts with you using your voice and sharing your message.

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In today’s episode, Martha Kester, founder of PAUSE WELLNESS COMPANY shares her inspiring journey from being a teacher to becoming a successful health coach. The twist? It all started with a life-changing piece of advice from Steve Harvey! Tune in to hear how this moment sparked the courage to step away from the classroom and build a new career helping others lead healthier lives.

Through this conversation, Martha opens up about the challenges of career transitions, the power of allies in the trenches alongside you, and how she navigated self-doubt along the way. Whether you’re considering a career shift or need that extra boost of motivation, this episode is filled with actionable insights and an inspiring story that proves it’s never too late to make a change.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Steve Harvey’s words sparked a major shift in Martha's career
• The steps taken to transition from teaching to health coaching
• The importance of finding your passion and purpose
• Tips on how to barter services to your advantage 

You can find Martha here -

pausewellnesscompany.com

https://www.facebook.com/martha.mcduff

https://www.instagram.com/pausewellnessco/

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Building a strong prospect pipeline is all about consistency, connection, and confidence. As women entrepreneurs, we thrive on relationships, and that’s exactly what a solid pipeline is built on—genuine connections with the right people. Whether you run a service-based or product-based business, the key is understanding your ideal customers and meeting them where they are. For product-based companies, this means crafting an irresistible brand story, leveraging social media and email marketing, and creating a seamless customer journey—from discovery to purchase and beyond. It's not just about getting a sale; it's about nurturing repeat buyers and brand advocates. A pipeline isn’t just about filling the funnel—it’s about guiding prospects through a journey with authenticity and trust. When done right, your pipeline won’t just bring in leads—it will build lasting customer loyalty and a thriving business. 

I would love to hear how you build and nurture your prospect funnel for greater conversions!  

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Rhonda Parker Taylor is a gifted American writer, entrepreneur, and academic researcher. Her work spans a wide range, from educational pieces to captivating fiction, with a strong focus on emotional intelligence.

You can find Rhonda's suspense thriller book, "Crossroads",  here -  https://rhondaparkertaylor.com/

One of the most profound insights into today’s podcast conversation was Rhonda’s perspective on self-discovery. She beautifully shared how life guides us back to ourselves, sometimes through unexpected or even tragic circumstances. 

She opened up about her journey, offering a heartfelt glimpse into the strategies that helped her navigate life’s challenges. We also explored the deep truth that the responsibility of finding yourself ultimately rests within you.

Rhonda also shared her insights on writing fiction novels, offering wisdom from her experiences. When asked the ever-important question, “What would you do differently looking back on life?” her response was simple yet powerful: "I wish I would have started sooner!"

Find Rhonda -
https://www.instagram.com/rhondaparkertaylor/

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Hi everyone! Welcome back!

I’m so excited to dive into today’s episode, especially because it was inspired by a listener's suggestion. Lately, I’ve been receiving requests from women asking for tips on sales and marketing strategies.

A bit about me: I’ve worked in product-based businesses for 20 successful years, and I’m thrilled to share insights from my experience.

In this mini-episode, I’ll walk you through some simple yet powerful steps to leverage networking in your product-based business. Whether you’re exploring a new product line or navigating the early years of your startup, these tips can make a big difference.

Here’s a sneak peek at what we’ll cover:

• How to network effectively at tradeshows
• What to do with all those business cards you collect
• The best ways to follow up with networking contacts

Let’s get started—and enjoy the episode!

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Meet my podcast guest, Cathy Nesbitt!

We discuss her transition from corporate to multi-passionate careers in health and healing!

Cathy Nesbitt is a Health and Wellness Advocate and Founder of Cathy’s Crawly Composters (est. 2002), Cathy’s Sprouters, and Cathy’s Laughter Club. A multi-award-winning visionary, she inspires individuals to adopt sustainable lifestyles through dynamic workshops and motivational speaking. Cathy is a certified Laughter Yoga Teacher appointed Laughter Ambassador in 2017 by Dr. Madan Kataria, the pioneer of Laughter Yoga. Tapping, brain gym, and other healing modalities are incorporated.

You can find Cathy here:

Cathy Nesbitt

Multi-award-winning entrepreneur

Cathy's Crawly Composters,   Cathy’s Sprouters,   Cathy’s Laughter Yoga, Organo Gold

https://www.cathyscomposters.com/

https://www.cathyssprouters.com/

https://www.cathysclub.com/

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Planning to launch your podcast in 2025? 🎧

I’ve got a free resource guide designed for beginners who are podcasting! Many of the tools I’ve used offer free options, making it easy to start without breaking the bank. Start small, grow steadily, and bring your voice to the world.

 This guide is perfect for beginners ready to share their voice on any topic in 2025! 🎙️ Visit https://mailchi.mp/3a9be9e9458e/begin-your-career-journey-now and sign up with your email to grab your free resource guide. I’d also love to hear about your podcast idea! Do you have any podcasting questions? Feel free to reach out to me at [email protected]. Let’s get your podcast journey started! 

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On today's episode, we explore Tamara Hutchins's career journey and her path into the business of natural aging! 

For over 31 years, Tamara Hutchins, L.Ac., MS has been helping others improve their lives through natural health.

 A recognized expert in the field of natural anti-aging, she has enjoyed sharing the benefits of ancient medicine, such as acupuncture, natural beauty treatments, holistic nutrition, and meditation, with her patients and students for over two decades.

Her healing specialties include Acupuncture, Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, Plasma Fibroblast Skin Tightening, Meditation and Energy Work, Nutritional and Herbal Therapies, Facial Massage and Aromatherapy, and Organic Skin Care.

We discuss how life's nudges lead you to exactly where you should be - remain open and allow natural connections to people and places to guide you.

You can find Tamara here:

https://www.zenredheadacupuncture.com/

https://www.instagram.com/zenredheadbeauty/

And check out her CLEAB BEAUTY skincare line:

https://www.zenredheadskincare.com/

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