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Hi Friends! On this final episode of season 1 of our podcast miniseries, This ENTREPRENEURS Life, we are joined by my good friend, and colleague, Megan Kristel founder of The Well Dressed Life. Meg was one of my first guests early on in TOL (you can listen to our conversation in episode 017). I asked Meg to come on the show to talk about some things that I suspect most entrepreneurs experience at one time or another, but don’t often talk about:  AM I GOOD ENOUGH. Some might call this, IMPOSTERS SYNDROME, or self-doubt, but ultimately, it’s the feeling of inadequacy. Meg and I pull back the curtain with our listeners, and get real about things like:  »Mom Guilt »Not turning a profit fast enough »Not having enough social media followers/newsletter subscribers »Re-inventing yourself »Feeling stretched too thin I love this episode. It's filled with honesty, authenticity, and actionable strategies.  I can't guarantee that these feelings won't happen, but if those self-doubt, fearful thoughts creep into your mind, come back to this episode and know that you are not alone.  CONNECT WITH MEGAN   WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM Share the love! If you know someone who would find value in what we talked about, would you do us both a favor and SHARE this episode? (it’s literally as simple as clicking the share button!) If you liked what you heard, would you mind taking a moment to click the 5-star button and write a brief review? It’s especially important with this mini-series since future seasons depend on YOUR feedback! If this is your first time tuning in, please click the subscribe button so new episodes will automatically be downloaded each week. New Episodes of This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life mini-series are released each TUESDAY in addition to our regular episodes of This ORGANIZED Life, on Thursdays. Both of our shows are available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.

On today's episode of TOL we are joined by SBO Partner, Mary Cornetta, founder of Sort & Sweet in Long Island, NY. I asked Mary to join us today to talk about gifts for the Millennials (since she is a Millennial herself!) Just to clarify, Millennials consist of anyone born between 1981 and 1996 (yes, she is a baby compared to yours truly!).  Although there may a shift towards minimalism in "stuff", Mary shares that there is no shortage of gift ideas, and let's us in on a few of her favs! Check out our conversation here:  If you know someone who would enjoy this episode, will you please share it with a friend?! CONNECT WITH MARY WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM |FACEBOOK Bonus Episode Alert! ***Are you an aspiring Entrepreneur? Do you have a passion that you want to turn into a profession, but not sure how?  I invite you to check out our 8 episode mini-series, called This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life, where we talk candidly about the struggles and successes of turning your passion into a profession. We are releasing them as bonus episodes every Tuesday in November & December. No need to subscribe, if you are already subscribed to TOL, then new episodes will automatically be downloaded each Tuesday along with your regular weekly episodes each Thursday!  Your Opinion Matters!   I am so appreciative of anyone who takes a moment to help the growth of our show by SUBSCRIBING and listening each week.  We get so many kind comments on social media which we LOVE! However, the truth of the matter is that YOUR REVIEW on apple podcast (aka Itunes)  makes it easier for other people to find us when they are searching up new podcasts. If you're not sure how to do it, just shoot me a DM or email and we can help! Let’s Connect!  Head on over to facebook and join our group, This ORGANIZED Life where you can post topic ideas, guest suggestions, questions, comments and photos-we love hearing from you! Of course you also connect with us on the IG or follow us on PINTEREST for some added inspiration.

Hi Friends! Welcome to episode 07 of  our miniseries This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life where our guest today is Jennie Lyon founder of Jennie Lyon Virtual Assistant Services.  There are countless moving parts to running a successful business, and as an entrepreneur we all wear multiple hats.  Let's be honest, many of these jobs are well outside our comfort zone, and areas of expertise. As much as we would all love to hire a team, or even one person to assist us, financially it may not seem do-able. Enter a Virtual Assistant! Jennie and I chatted about HOW to find a VA, and WHAT types of work you can outsource to make your life easier. Even if you are just starting out, and working on a shoestring budget, you'll definitely want to listen to our conversation! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE CHECKLIST   WEBSITE | LINKEDIN | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM Share the love! If you know someone who would find value in what we talked about, would you do us both a favor and SHARE this episode? (it’s literally as simple as clicking the share button!) If you liked what you heard, would you mind taking a moment to click the 5-star button and write a brief review? It’s especially important with this mini-series since future seasons depend on YOUR feedback! If this is your first time tuning in, please click the subscribe button so new episodes will automatically be downloaded each week. New Episodes of This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life mini-series are released each TUESDAY in addition to our regular episodes of This ORGANIZED Life, on Thursdays. Both of our shows are available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today we are talking all about the connection of gift giving and the 5 love languages.  According to Gary Chapman, there are five ways we express and experience love --which he calls "love languages."    The 5 love languages are:  Acts of Service, Words of Affirmation, Physical Touch, Quality Time & Receiving Gifts.  In our conversation, we talk about specific gifts that are appreciated by each love language.  If you liked this podcast please share it with a friend! Below is a cheat sheet with all the ideas we discussed on the episode: ACTS OF SERVICE: Give them a day off Do their chores; be proactive in helping Making a meal for someone Doing something selfless for someone Volunteering your time QUALITY TIME: Plan a romantic weekend away Schedule routine date nights Committing a certain amount of time technology free every day Take a Road Trip Taking a class together PHYSICAL TOUCH: Cuddling/Hugs Back rubs/foot rubs Massages Be intentional about showing affection (ie kissing hello and goodbye) Holding hands WORDS OF AFFIRMATION: Framed quote Inspirational message book Handwritten letter Make them a mix tape Public validation (ie social media)  GIFTS: Buy them concert tickets when their favorite band is in town After a trip, bring home a souvenir or trinket that made you think of them Order their favorite childhood candy or snack ― bonus points if it’s a regional treat or something that has since been discontinued Tip: Keep a note in your phone of specific things your loved ones mention wanting or needing so you have a list of gift ideas for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays or just because. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 365 DAY GRATITUDE GIVEAWAY | 5 LOVE LANGUAGES Bonus Episode Alert! ***Are you an aspiring Entrepreneur? Do you have a passion that you want to turn into a profession, but not sure how?  I invite you to check out our 8 episode mini-series, called This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life, where we talk candidly about the struggles and successes of turning your passion into a profession. We are releasing them as bonus episodes every Tuesday in November & December. No need to subscribe, if you are already subscribed to TOL, then new episodes will automatically be downloaded each Tuesday along with your regular weekly episodes each Thursday!  Your Opinion Matters!   I am so appreciative of anyone who takes a moment to help the growth of our show by SUBSCRIBING and listening each week.  We get so many kind comments on social media which we LOVE! However, the truth of the matter is that YOUR REVIEW on apple podcast (aka Itunes)  makes it easier for other people to find us when they are searching up new podcasts. If you're not sure how to do it, just shoot me a DM or email and we can help! Let’s Chat!  Head on over to facebook and join our group, This ORGANIZED Life where you can post topic ideas, guest suggestions, questions, comments and photos-we love hearing from you! Of course you also connect with us on the IG or follow us on PINTEREST for some added inspiration.

Hi Friends, Today is episode 6 in our 8-part miniseries, This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life, and I am so happy to be joined by Gavin Zuchlinski, founder of Acuity Scheduling.   Gavin shares his story of what brought him to create Acuity, what problem(s) Acuity solves for it's users, and why he ALWAYS puts the customer first. As a user, I can tell you first hand that their customer support is phenomenal. If you find yourself spending time TRYING to connect with your customers, MISSING windows of opportunities to move the needle in your sales process, or simply looking for a way to streamline your business, you will definitely want to listen to this episode! Free BONUS For This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life Listeners! Receive a 45-day completely FREE trial of Acuity Scheduling by visiting: http://acuityscheduling.com/simplyb CONNECT WITH ACUITY  TWITTER | LINKEDIN | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM Share the love! If you know someone who would find value in what we talked about, would you do us both a favor and SHARE this episode? (it’s literally as simple as clicking the share button!) If you liked what you heard, would you mind taking a moment to click the 5-star button and write a brief review? It’s especially important with this mini-series since future seasons depend on YOUR feedback! If this is your first time tuning in, please click the subscribe button so new episodes will automatically be downloaded each week. New Episodes of This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life mini-series are released each TUESDAY in addition to our regular episodes of This ORGANIZED Life, on Thursdays. Both of our shows are available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.

ENTER OUR 365 DAY GRATITUDE JOURNAL GIVEAWAY! Howdy TOL friends! We are kicking off December with a special guest, my friend Lauren Raja, founder of Justin Jean PJ's. Lauren tells her story of how an unexpected and tragic loss of her husband in 2014, became the very foundation of her business.  She goes on to share with us how in her darkest days, she found the strength to complete even the simplest of tasks with the help of a white board (that she still uses today!) Bring your tissues, and get ready to feel inspired as you listen to my conversation with Lauren: If you liked this episode will you take a moment to share it? (we have a nifty little share button at the top of this post!) I'd be so grateful if you would please check out Lauren's AMAZING PJ'S which make for great holiday gifts!  My new personal favorite is the DARIEN UNISEX DRAWSTRING PANT . (I have them in camo and the dog print of course!) CONNECT WITH LAUREN WEBSITE | LAUREN'S STORY | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM Bonus Episode Alert! ***Are you an aspiring Entrepreneur? Do you have a passion that you want to turn into a profession, but not sure how?  I invite you to check out our 8 episode mini-series, called This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life, where we talk candidly about the struggles and successes of turning your passion into a profession. We are releasing them as bonus episodes every Tuesday in November & December. No need to subscribe, if you are already subscribed to TOL, then new episodes will automatically be downloaded each Tuesday along with your regular weekly episodes each Thursday!  Your Opinion Matters!   I am so appreciative of anyone who takes a moment to help the growth of our show by SUBSCRIBING and listening each week.  We get so many kind comments on social media which we LOVE! However, the truth of the matter is that YOUR REVIEW on apple podcast (aka Itunes)  makes it easier for other people to find us when they are searching up new podcasts. If you're not sure how to do it, just shoot me a DM or email and we can help! Let’s Chat!  Head on over to facebook and join our group, This ORGANIZED Life where you can post topic ideas, guest suggestions, questions, comments and photos-we love hearing from you! Of course you also connect with us on the IG or follow us on PINTEREST for some added inspiration.

Hi Friends! On episode 5 of our miniseries, This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life, we are joined by my buddy, Jason Moore from AWeber. If you are new to the email marketing space, there are a LOT of options out there to choose from (which can be overwhelming in itself!). Trust me, I know! I have tried almost all of them out! For the past year, I have been using AWeber, and love them so much that I have become an affiliate partner. They have the great customer service, are super affordable, and their live 24/7 support staff will literally will walk you through every step in the process!  Since our show is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs grow their business, I asked Jay to come on the show and talk about things like: »WHY entrepreneurs need email marketing, and not just rely on social media to build your audience. »HOW someone can get started with AWEBER even if they have no experience with email marketing at all. »WHAT basic information should we be looking to capture from our audience. This episode is filled with great information–check out our entire conversation below: Did you know? AWeber is no stranger to the email marketing industry--they are celebrating their 20th anniversary this year! And Jay has been with them for 10 years (which is like a lifetime in the digital marketing space!) Even though AWeber is a veteran in the industry, they are constantly coming out with new things that don't just help you with your email marketing, but make it easier and automated ('cause who doesn't want to save time?). Free BONUS For This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life Listeners! Visit http://sbo.aweber.com  and enter the code simplyb at checkout to receive a free content bundle valued at over $150.00!!!  LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE BEYOND THE PODCAST SUMMIT | TRY AWEBER FOR FREE!  |EMAIL STAT CENTER | EMAIL MONDAY Share the love! If you know someone who would find value in what we talked about, would you do us both a favor and SHARE this episode? (it’s literally as simple as clicking the share button!) If you liked what you heard, would you mind taking a moment to click the 5-star button and write a brief review? It’s especially important with this mini-series since future seasons depend on YOUR feedback! If this is your first time tuning in, please click the subscribe button so new episodes will automatically be downloaded each week. New Episodes of This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life mini-series are released each TUESDAY in addition to our regular episodes of This ORGANIZED Life, on Thursdays. Both of our shows are available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.

Today we are joined by my friend, and fellow Organizer, Lisa Clement, owner of Chaos Organizing of Texas. You may remember back to episode 91, we interviewed Lisa's long time friend and business partner, Martha Carol Stewart (a great episode on back to school organizing tips). If you haven't listened, I suggest you check it out! But today, we are in the holiday spirit and Lisa shares all kinds of simple tips and tricks to make your home festive, without adding to the clutter! She even turned me onto a new app (and you know how I love productivity apps!) to keep track of holiday gifts, called SANTAS BAG. I loved my chat with Lisa, and I am sure you will too! If you liked this episode will you take a moment to share it with a friend? (we have a nifty little share button at the top of this post!)  CONNECT WITH LISA WEBSITE  |  FACEBOOK |  INSTAGRAM ***Don’t forget to check out our new mini-series, This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life, where we talk candidly about the struggles and successes of turning your passion into a profession. Each BONUS episode airs weekly on the This ORGANIZED Life podcast feed, so please make sure to click HERE to subscribe! Your Opinion Matters!   Reviews & downloads make it easier for other people to find us when they are searching up new podcasts.I am so appreciative of anyone who takes a moment to help the growth of our show by subscribing and listening each week. If you are feeling generous, would you mind giving us a 5 star rating and leaving a short review (it’s super easy I promise!).   Want to Chat?  Head on over to facebook and join our group, This ORGANIZED Life where you can post your questions, comments and photos-we love hearing from you!         JOIN OUR COMMUNITY! FACEBOOK  |  PINTEREST  |  INSTAGRAM

Hi Friends! For episode 04 of our miniseries,This ENTREPRENEUR'S Life, we are joined by my friend Kristen Chase--social media strategist and mom of 4 kiddos. Kristen is the Director of Social Media and Marketing for OneToughB.com, a new community and accessories line designed to support and remind women of their inner power. She is also the CEO/Co-founder of the popular parenting site CoolMomPicks.com(you may remember hearing Kristen as one of our guests back in episode 51) There is so much to know when it comes to navigating the social media landscape, so I asked Kristen to break it down for us. We talked about things like: » knowing the best platforms to reach your target audience  » IG Stories and FB Live » How often you should be posting  » Using hashtags This episode is filled with great information–check out our entire conversation below: CONNECT WITH KRISTEN WEBSITE | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM Share the love! If you know someone who would find value in what we talked about, would you do us both a favor and SHARE this episode? (it’s literally as simple as clicking the share button!) If you liked what you heard, would you mind taking a moment to click the 5-star button and write a brief review? It’s especially important with this mini-series since future seasons depend on YOUR feedback! If this is your first time tuning in, please click the subscribe button so new episodes will automatically be downloaded each week. New Episodes of This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life mini-series are released each TUESDAY in addition to our regular episodes of This ORGANIZED Life, on Thursdays. Both of our shows are available on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts.

On today's episode we are joined by Theresa Finnigin, Director of Marketing for Organized Living (the preferred closet solution here at SBO!) You  may remember Theresa from episode 38, when we chatted about closet trends. Today we talk all about how to maximize kitchen storage. Even if you don't have a dedicated pantry, you'll still want to listen, because Theresa has lots of great intell that she shares with our listeners. If you liked this episode will you take a moment to share it with a friend? (we have a nifty little share button at the top of this post!)  CONNECT WITH ORGANIZED LIVING WEBSITE  |  PINTEREST  |  HOUZZ  INSTAGRAM | TWITTER | FACEBOOK ***Don’t forget to check out our new mini-series, This ENTREPRENEUR’S Life, where we talk candidly about the struggles and successes of turning your passion into a profession. Each BONUS episode airs weekly on the This ORGANIZED Life podcast feed, so please make sure to click HERE to subscribe! Your Opinion Matters!   Reviews & downloads make it easier for other people to find us when they are searching up new podcasts.I am so appreciative of anyone who takes a moment to help the growth of our show by subscribing and listening each week. If you are feeling generous, would you mind giving us a 5 star rating and leaving a short review (it’s super easy I promise!).   Want to Chat?  Head on over to facebook and join our group, This ORGANIZED Life where you can post your questions, comments and photos-we love hearing from you!         JOIN OUR COMMUNITY! FACEBOOK  |  PINTEREST  |  INSTAGRAM