Unfiltered Entrepreneur by Ashli Pollard - Business Tips for Digital Service Based Founders and Agencies

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Unfiltered Entrepreneur by Ashli Pollard - Business Tips for Digital Service Based Founders and Agencies episodes

August 12, 2024 Three Offers You Need (Plus Three Secret Ones!)
21 min
August 05, 2024Your #1 Pricing Question Answered: Am I Priced Too High/Low?
I get it. Pricing your services is TOUGH. When I had to price my offers with Team AP Consulting Dial Zero Marketing, I had to figure out what was right for me. So how do you figure that out for yourself? The key is brand presence, market research, client expectations, and the overall ecosystem of your sales. We need to balance not underpricing or overpricing services, and I give you my iconic steakhouse vs. Applebee’s metaphor to help clarify this point in the episode. If you’ve been struggling with finding the price that’s just right for your business to be profitable, this episode will help you figure out what your next steps are. Let’s get those sales figures up!

00:00 — The Importance of Pricing in Business
01:42 — Understanding Your Pricing Ecosystem
02:14 — Real-Life Examples of Pricing Strategies
03:40 — Being Confident in Your Pricing
08:05 — Creating Value and Chatter with Your Pricing
11:58 — The Steakhouse vs. Applebee's Pricing Analogy
17:40 — What You MUST Know About Pricing
20:19 — Final Thoughts on Pricing Strategies

Resources:
Listen to Unfiltered Entrepreneur “Pockets, Budgets, and Banks”
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26 min
July 29, 2024TIPS FOR YEAR 1 IN BUSINESS
I am BACK! I’ve returned to share valuable tips for those of you in your first year of business. We’re touching on the importance of foundational tasks such as getting contracts and hiring an accountant early. Seriously. Having basic branding, time-blocking for different business functions, and building a supportive community is EVERYTHING in that first year. If you’ve been looking for practical steps to navigate your new business or wanting to return to the basics for your current business, this episode is gonna give you actionable advice to help you build a strong start in your entrepreneurial journey.

00:00 — Welcome Back to The Unfiltered Entrepreneur
02:40 — Reflecting on the Early Days of Business
05:32 — The Importance of Contracts and Legalities
08:11 — Branding Basics for New Entrepreneurs
09:47 — Time Management and Scheduling Tips
10:50 — Building a Supportive Community
12:02 — Setting Realistic Goals and Handling Rejection
13:43 — Final Tips and Encouragement

Resources:
Join The Doers!
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16 min
July 17, 2024 [Walk + Talk] OMG We signed ….!!!!
Major news and also HI I MISS YOU SO MUCH
16 min
June 04, 2024 [Walk + Talk] Pivoting is HARD man
Sometimes being a business owner is a realllllll gut punch.
11 min
May 24, 2024 [Walk + Talk] hi things have been hard here lately 🫶🏻
Also big news at the end 💪🏽
28 min
May 20, 2024 JESSICA FREEMAN ON WHAT 200 BUSINESS OWNERS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT RUNNING A BUSINESS IN 2024
What is the state of entrepreneurship today? Jessica Freeman, founder of Jess Creatives, took a survey of 200 business owners and came up with some surprising insights. This groundbreaking study sheds light on various aspects such as email marketing effectiveness, the use of CRM and project management tools, the prevalence of solopreneurship, revenue realities, and the degree of team support in small businesses. With insights derived from analyzing dozens of responses, we get into what surprised us most and what we analyze as the actual state of online entrepreneurship, the challenges of scalability vs. client acquisition, and the stark differences between perceived financial success and the reality for most entrepreneurs. Trust us, this data is going to leave you with more knowledge of what others are doing right and what everyone could improve on.

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00:00 — Introducing Jess Creatives
02:17 — Collecting the Data
07:58 — Business Trends
14:36 — The Type & Size of Business
18:26 — Revenue
22:42 — Website Hosting & Platforms
25:01 — Email Marketing
29:30 — Task Management Software & Most Used Platforms
34:55 — Top Lead Source
37:30 — Email Marketing
44:23 — Longterm Goals
47:00 — Major Takeaways & Analysis

Resources:
✦ Jess Creatives Blog “From Revenue to Tools: What 200 Business Owners Have to Say About Running a Business in 2024”
✦ Jess Creatives Website
✦ Jess Creative YouTube @JessCreatives818
✦ Jess’s IG
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57 min
May 08, 2024 MINDSET BLOCKS AND WAYS TO OVERCOME THEM
We are shifting the focus from traditional business growth strategies to the pivotal role of mastering one's mindset in entrepreneurship. In order to be successful, we have to put time into the emotional and mental challenges that come with running a business. So I’m going to share personal insights and experiences on how I overcame my mindset blocks. We’re tackling things like imposter syndrome, prioritization issues, and the fear of failure. Highlighting the importance of therapy, resilience, and giving ourselves grace, I’ll also get into strategies for staying true to who you are, managing tasks effectively using tools like the Eisenhower matrix, and the benefits of creating a supportive community through outsourcing. If you need to navigate your mindset as an entrepreneur, this episode will help you create a balanced life where business success and personal fulfillment coexist.
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00:00 — Welcome to the Unfiltered Entrepreneur
00:37 — The Importance of Mastering Your Mind in Entrepreneurship
01:50 — Therapy, Overcoming Mindset Blocks, and Imposter Syndrome
06:01 — Building Resilience and Trust in Your Business
07:25 — The Strategic Benefits of Outsourcing
09:45 — Prioritization and Productivity Hacks for Entrepreneurs
13:55 — Creating Your Own Set of Business Rules
15:48 — Designing a Life That Includes Your Business
20:04 — The Transformative Power of Retreats and Community
22:02 — Closing Thoughts: Building a Successful Relationship with Yourself
Resources:
Check out the Eisenhower Matrix when you do a Free Trial of The Doers Library
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27 min
May 07, 2024 The Business, Politics, and Mechanics of The Met Gala
Chapters00:00Introduction and Overview02:57The History and Purpose of the Met Gala11:47The Importance of Styling at the Met Gala26:25The Role of Vogue and the Costume Institute30:14The Politics and Decision-Making Behind the Looks35:36The Impact of the Met Gala on Fashion and Culture36:33The Power of Good Styling39:27The Impact on the Fashion Industry49:30The Politics of Being Best Dressed56:37The Influence of Social Media and Influencers
1 hr 14 min
May 06, 2024STELLA STEPHANOPOULOS ON THE IMPORTANCE OF WELLNESS AND SELF CARE
How do you stay true to yourself in your business? Today, I’m sitting down with Stella Stephanopoulos, the visionary behind the 'Everyday Endorphins' movement and podcast, to discuss how being true to ourselves only strengthens what we offer to our businesses. We go over Stella's journey from starting a fitness blog inspired by her own mental and physical health journey to creating a wellness-focused podcast that champions mental health, movement, and creating real-life connections. Stella's dedication to bringing her whole self to her work is like no other, and it has fostered not only her own growth but also the expansion of her brand through meaningful partnerships and innovative branding strategies, including her collaboration with my very own Dial Zero Marketing for a rebrand that was truly reflected her. Stella's story exemplifies the importance of passion-driven projects and the power of vulnerability in entrepreneurship, and I promise it will leave you with the inspiration to pursue your own goals with confidence and authenticity.

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00:00 — Meet Stella: The Rising Star of Everyday Endorphins
01:16 — Diving Into the Episode: Unfiltered Entrepreneur Welcomes Stella
03:31 — Stella's Journey: From Fitness Blog to Wellness Visionary
06:38 — Embracing Flexibility and Personal Growth
09:34 — The Evolution of Everyday Endorphins and Personal Branding Insights
14:57 — Redefining Success and Ambition Through Self-Reflection
19:17 — Everyday Endorphins: A Journey of Learning and Sharing
24:07 — Exploring Personal Growth and Identity
26:44 — Embracing Failure and Personal Challenges
28:15 — Inspiring Stories of Collaboration and Confidence
33:25 — The Power of Authentic Experiences and Partnerships
38:02 — Balancing Entrepreneurship with a Full-Time Job
41:43 — Looking Forward to Future Ambitions and Growth

Resources:
Stella’s IG

Everyday Endorphin’s IG

Everyday Endorphins Website

Everyday Endorphins Podcast

TeamAP Consulting: Podcast Page

Listen to Everyday Endorphins “EP #56- The Pippins: Destigmatizing The Conversation on Mental Health with Brigitte and Chris Norton, CEO Equinox Hotels”
Into it? Subscribe/Follow/Rate the podcast wherever you are listening (from one entrepreneur to another, we know how important this is right?!)
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And make sure you check out our FREE downloads page for even more incredible resources made specifically for you.
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Get more from Ashli over on this side and leave your listener voicemails at the link below
51 min

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