Explore every episode of the podcast How Can This Be Easy with Krista Smith
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| From Saved to Sorted: How to Finally Manage Your Screenshots | 06 Jan 2025 | 00:28:37 | |
You know all those screenshots you take and never remember to look at later? Yep, me too. For years, I had a growing collection of screenshots on my phone—recipes, quotes, ideas, you name it—and most of them just sat there, forgotten.
But not anymore. I’ve created a simple system to stop the chaos and finally make those screenshots work for me. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through exactly how I do it.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
You don’t have to feel overwhelmed by your screenshot collection anymore. This episode is full of tips to help! | |||
| Starting (or Restarting) Your Instagram Account: Tips to Grow with Confidence in 2025 | 29 Dec 2024 | 00:30:53 | |
In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most common questions I get in my DMs: “How do I get started or restart my Instagram account?” Whether you’ve got a shiny new profile, an account that’s been gathering dust, or you’re staging a comeback, I’ve got you covered with practical tips, mindset shifts, and actionable strategies to grow your Instagram with ease in 2025. Here’s what you’ll learn: To see the full show notes for this episode, head over to https://howcanthisbeeasy.com/56 | |||
| What You Need to Know About About Using AI Text Generators like Chat GPT in Your Business | 04 Apr 2023 | 00:12:20 | |
As a small business owner, it's important to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to marketing. With the rise of language generators like Chat GPT, you may be wondering how to best leverage this technology for your business. Tune in today and discover:
To see the full show notes, go to https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/47
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| The Power of Social Proof: How to Use Client Reviews to Grow Your Business | 28 Mar 2023 | 00:11:52 | |
Social proof is a powerful tool that can help you build trust with potential clients and show them that you’re an expert in your field. It’s a great way to demonstrate that you’re credible and that you have the experience and knowledge to back up your claims. The reality is that new to you clients are more likely to trust and follow the opinions and behaviors of those they perceive as authorities or experts in a given field. When others endorse your business or products, it lends credibility and authority to your business, making it more attractive to potential clients. Tune in today and discover:
To see the full show notes for this episode head over to https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/46 | |||
| 3 Mindset Hacks When You’re Caught Up in Overthinking and Procrastination | 20 Mar 2023 | 00:16:18 | |
Today’s episode of the How Can This Be Easy Podcast focuses on the mindset challenges that many women over 40 face regularly: overthinking and procrastination. These two challenges often prevent you from taking action in your business. Tune in today and you’ll discover:
To see the full show notes for this episode, head over to https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/45
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| How to Grow Your Business with Email Marketing: Forget Social Media, Focus on Your Subscribers | 09 Mar 2023 | 00:23:34 | |
Sending regular emails to your subscribers is the easiest way to grow your business. Need more clients? Want to sell more products? I want you to stop looking at social media and instead turn your attention to your email list. If you struggle with sending regular emails, I get it. I was once in your shoes too. Tune in today and discover:
By following the tips in this episode, you can learn how to develop a regular email cadence, and grow your business faster. | |||
| Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Running Facebook or Instagram Ads with Lindsay Stockall | 01 Dec 2022 | 00:38:06 | |
Today I'm talking with Lindsay Stockall about Facebook and Instagram ads. This is the fourth episode in my series of how you can get more clients from your website. Tune in today and you'll discover:
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| How to Get More Clients From Your Website Using Lead Magnets (part 3) | 24 Nov 2022 | 00:26:12 | |
Today is the third episode in my series on how websites really work and how you can start to get more leads AND paying clients from your website. If you’re tuning into this episode first, you’ll want to go back and listen to parts 1 and 2 so everything in this episode will make sense. In today’s episode, you’ll learn:
To see the full show notes for this episode, head over to https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/42 | |||
| How to Use Email Marketing and Your Website to Get More Clients - Part 2 | 11 Nov 2022 | 00:13:19 | |
If you’ve spent considerable time and resources building a website for your business, it’s important it’s effective in sending you qualified leads on a regular basis. In this episode, we’re going to explore how you can use email to build trust + make sales on your website. It can feel really overwhelming to understand all this tech and how it can help you grow your revenue. Tune in and you’ll discover:
To see the show notes, go to https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/41 | |||
| How to Get More Leads From Your Website | 31 Oct 2022 | 00:19:23 | |
This is the first in a series of episodes dedicated to help you understand how your website works to send you more leads. We all need more clients. When we spend thousands of dollars creating a website and when it doesn’t send us a consistent series of new inquiries, we can feel really disappointed. The thing is, most women over 40 don’t understand how websites work with Google and the other search engines. In today’s podcast episode, I’m sharing all the details so that you can get MORE leads and make MORE money using your website.Tune in and you’ll discover:
To see the FULL SHOW NOTES, please visit: https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/40 | |||
| How to Plan a Successful Brand Photoshoot Especially When You’re Not Comfortable Having Your Photo Taken | 24 Oct 2022 | 00:24:30 | |
If you’re a business owner, you KNOW the importance of good brand photography that visually tells the story of what you do. Having a vault of custom images makes social media SO easy. Gone is the need for stock photography subscriptions. Stock can be fine for a while, but it’s hard to make a visual impact using a bank of generic photos that anyone can use. Eventually, everyone keys in and uses the same images from the same stock photo sites and you’ll find yourself getting lost in the sea of sameness. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to plan out a successful brand photoshoot, even when you’re not comfortable having your photo taken. Tune in and you’ll discover: - How to be more photogenic To see the full show notes, please head over to https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/39 | |||
| What is it like to Market an E-Commerce/Shopify Boutique with Sandra Drover | 11 Oct 2022 | 00:32:22 | |
Sandra is the owner and founder of PHIT'Cetera - a local sustainable lifestyle-wear boutique. Tune in today and discover:
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| From Procrastination to Progress: Decluttering, Coaching, and Embracing Your Zone of Genius with Marybeth Parker | 22 Nov 2024 | 00:35:24 | |
In this episode of How Can This Be Easy, I sit down with Mary Beth Parker, a powerhouse action coach and member of my membership academy. Mary Beth shares her incredible journey of pivoting from corporate America—where she was let go six times—to creating a business centered around her unique strengths. We dive into her experiences as a foster mom, her passion for art and photography, and the Facebook group she’s started to help people tackle procrastination through a simple, one-item-a-day decluttering challenge. We also chat about finding balance when juggling multiple passions and why it’s okay to take things one step at a time. Mary Beth’s insights on connecting authentically online, simplifying your goals, and trusting your intuition are truly inspiring. If you’re ready to take action, let go of overwhelm, and create meaningful change, this episode will resonate with you. To see the show notes for this episode, head over to https://howcanthisbeeasy.com/55/ | |||
| How to Increase Your Sales Leveraging Social Proof | 19 Sep 2022 | 00:15:58 | |
I know you want to find a way to easily make more sales. Converting cold traffic from your website leads or from social media often feels like a stab in the dark. What if you had a regular post you made on a weekly basis that felt easy to create and share? You can and in today’s episode I”m going to explain how you do this.
To see the full show notes, head over to HowCanThisBeEasy.com/37 | |||
| 5 Things We Need to Normalize {The Entrepreneurship Edition} | 12 Sep 2022 | 00:24:41 | |
Last week I published a reel over on Instagram and I couldn’t believe the immediate feedback I received. In it, I went against the tide. I came right out and said what I’ve been holding in my heart for a really long time You see, I’m entering my 13th year as a business owner. I’ve partnered with hundreds of women over 40 (and those under 40, AND a handful of people who don’t identify as women) and helped them develop their digital marketing - usually a website but not limited to other marketing channels too - like your social media.
To see the full show notes, go to https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/36 | |||
| What Exactly is a Consultant with Michelle Massman | 05 Sep 2022 | 00:28:34 | |
In today's episode, I'm talking with Michelle Massman, an experienced consultant who made the move to serving digital businesses last year. Tune in today and you'll discover:
To see the episodes full show notes, go to https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/35 | |||
| How to Set Up All Your Client Relationships for Success | 29 Aug 2022 | 00:22:11 | |
Tune into today’s episode and discover how to prevent sticky situations with clients before they actually occur. Managing multiple clients at the same time takes systems, strategy, and policies. Today I’m giving you a glance into the successful and proven systems I’ve developed over the past 12 years of running my business. You’ll discover:
See the full show notes at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/34 | |||
| How to Rewrite Your Next Chapter: A Candid Conversation with Kim Neeson | 29 Aug 2022 | 00:42:08 | |
In today's episode I'm talking with entrepreneur Kim Neeson. She's a Forbes Council writer + leadership coach based out of the Greater Toronto Area. She's not new to owning a business, having successfully sold her former court reporting business. Tune in and you'll discover how she's made the pivot to owning and running a digital coaching business. We dive into a juicy conversation around the differences between coaching, consulting, and mentoring where Kim has extensive experience. To see the full show notes, go to https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/33 | |||
| Everything You Need to Know About Botox + Fillers with Paula Miller | 29 Aug 2022 | 00:31:41 | |
In today’s episode I’m talking with Cosmetic Nurse Injector Paula Miller of Embellish Medical. She’s got over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical/medical industry. Paula has worked as a Nurse in ENT, Oral Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Burn Unit.
When you’re new to cosmetic injections, there’s a lot to know and Paula is passionate about natural enhancements.
Tune in and you’ll discover:
To learn more about Embellish Medical, please visit them at https://EmbellishMedical.com | |||
| Everything You Need to Know About Brand Photography with Lauren Peachie (Confidence Series, episode 3) | 07 Feb 2022 | 00:42:14 | |
In this episode I'm joined by Lauren Peachie a Phoneix, Arizona based Brand Photographer who has created a partnership model for her business where she makes social media easier for her clients. She's the third in my series on how to get more confident on camera. Tune in today and you'll learn:
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| Finding Your Confidence on Camera with Make Up Artist Vicky Mina, part two | 24 Jan 2022 | 00:31:54 | |
In this episode I"m joined by Vicky Mina, an award winning Make Up Artist who is the secret weapon of women across Nova Scotia. She's the second in my series on how to get more confident on camera. Tune in today and you'll learn: - How Vicky uses makeup to uncover your confidence. - The reasons why your confidence might be taking a hit. - All the tips you'll need to show up on video and feel self assured. - And SO much more. See the full show notes at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/30 | |||
| Finding Your Confidence on Camera, Part One With Kelly Valentine | 08 Dec 2021 | 00:40:53 | |
Today is the first in a series of four episodes diving deep into confidence and the ambivalence women feel about sharing themselves on social media. Tune in and you'll discover:
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| How to Protect Yourself on Instagram with Vicky Mina | 30 Nov 2021 | 00:30:43 | |
With more and more contests popping up on Instagram as we ease into the Holidays, you need to be more proactive than ever protecting yourself online. Today I'm talking to Vicky Mina. Listen in and you'll discover: - What to be aware of when you're entering a contest See the full show notes at https://howcanthisbeeasy.com/28 | |||
| Style Secrets and Building Confidence: An Honest Midlife Chat with Cindy Blakely | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:41:36 | |
In this episode of How Can This Be Easy, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Cindy Blakely, a Chicago-based wardrobe stylist and image consultant who helps women over 50 express confidence and embrace their authentic style. Cindy shares her journey from kindergarten teacher to stylist, revealing how she turned a lifelong love for fashion into a meaningful career. We dive into Cindy’s personal experiences and insights on overcoming self-doubt, building confidence on camera, and rediscovering identity through wardrobe in midlife. Whether you're struggling with style choices, feeling hesitant to show up online, or wanting to repurpose your existing wardrobe to better reflect who you are now, Cindy’s tips and stories will leave you inspired. Tune in for a conversation that reminds us all—it's never too late to lean into your passions and present your best self to the world, on your terms. | |||
| How to Elevate Your Marketing as a REALTOR® with Karissa Jones of The House Wren & Co. | 01 Nov 2021 | 00:37:52 | |
Today I'm talking to Karissa Jones from The House Wren and Co. Her company helps REALTORS stay consistent in their business while making them look good. We are sharing all the things Real Estate Pros need to consider as you head into 2022. Listen today and you'll discover:
See the full show notes at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/27 | |||
| From Stay-at-Home Mom to Gallery Artist - Meet Michelle Capizzi | 26 Oct 2021 | 00:36:52 | |
Michelle Capizzi is an amazing human. After raising her three boys, she decided to follow her dream. In college she was an aspiring artist. Life sent her down a more practical route. Tune in today and you'll learn: - How she decided to chase her dream See the full show notes at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/26 | |||
| How to Be More Effective Using Social Media with Jane Thibault | 12 Oct 2021 | 00:40:07 | |
If you've ever struggled to find your voice on social media, this episode is perfect for you. In it, I speak with one of my best friends, Jane Thibault. She is an entrepreneur in the world of social selling. Tune in today and you'll learn: - how to find your voice - where to look for inspiration - the exact things that changed the game for Jane - and SO much more. See the full show notes at https://howcanthisbeeasy.com/25 | |||
| What is a Sales Funnel and Do I Need One for My Business? | 05 Oct 2021 | 00:11:29 | |
The reality is that many business owners FREAK OUT when they realize just how dependent they are on social media to drive sales. Think about it. If you were to instantly lose access to all your followers right now, how would you sell? Enter the sales funnel. Today I’m breaking it all down for you. You’ll discover:
See the full episode show notes at https://howcanthisbeeasy.com/24 | |||
| How I Use Pinterest To Generate More Sales | 20 Jul 2021 | 00:17:27 | |
If you’ve virtually ignored Pinterest as a tool to bring in new leads, you’re definitely going to want to tune in to today’s episode. If you’re like many other business owners out there who are intrigued by the potential of Pinterest to grow your sales and generate more leads, but are feeling lost about how to get started – Oh, boy you are not alone. Knowing what the best Pinterest strategies are for YOUR unique business can be tricky. In today’s episode you will learn the exact process I used to increase traffic to my website by over 400% in one month and how to you can use Pinterest to increase your sales. | |||
| How to Take a Solo Business Retreat | 12 Jul 2021 | 00:17:45 | |
Today I’m giving you a candid peek into how I structure my solo business retreats to relax, refocus, recharge, and reignite my passion for my business. For some of you, I have a hunch the thought of solo travel, even if it’s local and for a getaway to recharge, freaks you out a little bit. Listen in today and you’ll discover:
See the full show notes at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/22
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| What Can I Do If The .COM I Want Is Already Taken? | 14 Jun 2021 | 00:12:39 | |
Wondering what to do if your perfect domain that ends in .com is taken? Small business websites are no longer an optional marketing tool. Your clients & customers expect it. If the .com is already taken, there are lots of things you can do. In this episode you’ll discover:
See the full show notes at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/21 | |||
| The 7 Essential Graphics You Need to Launch Your Next Offer | 07 Jun 2021 | 00:15:54 | |
Today I’m breaking each of them down and showing you the kinds of graphics you need to create in order to help your audience understand your offer and buy from you. You’ll discover: See the show notes at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/20 | |||
| 9 Reasons Website Cost More Than You Expect | 24 May 2021 | 00:18:48 | |
Regardless of what kind of business you have, in today’s world, having a website is more than necessary. I meet MANY women who come to me feeling frustrated that their website isn’t doing what they need it to do. They are often surprised by the costs involved to re-work what they have and launch a new refreshed website that actually works. Listen in and you’ll discover:
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| 5 Reasons Why Your Offers Aren't Selling (and How to Fix Them) | 17 May 2021 | 00:15:23 | |
Have you ever wondered why your audience aren’t buying your offers? You’ve done the work. You know the problem. You developed a solution. But after sharing it, not enough people are saying yes. I’ve been in this boat more times than I care to admit. I’ve learned so many things! I want to break down what I’ve learned about launching new offers so that you too can avoid some heartache. Listen in and you’ll discover:
Need the show notes? See them at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/18 | |||
| From Content Camp to Confidence on Camera: Meet Salma Semaan | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:26:42 | |
In this episode, Krista talks to Salma Semaan, who owns Mrs. P’s Homestyle Bakery with her husband and also runs her own Aesthetics business out of her own home. They discuss the importance of confidence and self-promotion in growing a business, the power of consistency and repetition in content creation, and the exciting expansion of how social media is creating opportunities for her businesses. Tune in today and discover how:
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| Seven Myths That May Actually Be Preventing You From Getting New Clients | 03 May 2021 | 00:21:24 | |
Are you longing to be booked out for months with more clients than you can serve? Are you done with aimlessly trying to connect with strangers online? I have some good news for you. It’s totally possible to find clients online. In today’s episode, I’m sharing:
Access the show notes for this episode at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/17 | |||
| How to Create a Newsletter Your Subscribers Will Love (A Guide for Women Over 40) | 26 Apr 2021 | 00:26:44 | |
Have you been staring at your screen forever and you still have no idea what to send your email subscribers? Out of email newsletters ideas? I’ve got you covered. If you’ve started to build a list the next logical step is to introduce an email strategy that will nurture your new leads. I’m building on last week’s episode on email marketing. (LINK) This episode if full of:
See the show notes at https://howcanthisbeeasy.com/16 | |||
| Why Email Marketing is Something You Can't Ignore | 12 Apr 2021 | 00:16:38 | |
We hear it all the time - you need to be list building! But WHY? Today I’m breaking down what email marketing it, why it’s something you can’t ignore, and how it helps nurture new leads even when you’re asleep. You’ll discover:
If you want to check out the show notes for this episode, they are at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/15 | |||
| What to Include In a Client Welcome Kit | 06 Apr 2021 | 00:19:55 | |
When a new client hires you, what happens? When I first started my business, I didn’t even have a contract in place. I certainly had no processes in place to welcome new clients. Do you send dozens of emails back-and-forth trying to figure out scheduling and project timelines? How do you handle payments and manage client expectations? Today I’m sharing everything I include in my Client Welcome Kit. If you’re tired of clients ghosting you, having unpaid invoices, or sticky situations come up, you need to check it out. You can read the show notes at https://howcanthisbeeasy.com/14 | |||
| How and When to Outsource to a Virtual Assistant | 30 Mar 2021 | 00:23:00 | |
Are you struggling to stay on top of the ALL THE THINGS? Are you frustrated your to-do list is so long? Maybe you’re overwhelmed trying to figure out the tech stack you need to execute your next big idea. Today we are talking about how and when to outsource. You’ll discover:
You can access all the show notes at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/13 | |||
| 5 Messages You Need to Boost Your Sales & Grow Your Business | 22 Mar 2021 | 00:24:10 | |
Have you ever struggled with launching something new? A service, a business, a digital product, a new product, or a course and had disappointing sales? When this happens I’ve found that the disconnect between your new offer and lacklustre sales is more often than not, about one important missing element and not the actual offer itself. Today I’m sharing the one element you need to fix. You’ll discover:
Get your episode cheatsheet at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/12 | |||
| How to Deal with Negative Feedback And Not Feel Secretly Crushed | 15 Mar 2021 | 00:18:17 | |
Have you ever worked with a seemingly ideal client and, out of the blue, received TERRIBLE feedback? The kind that feels like a sucker punch, right in the gut? When you own your own business it’s not a case of ‘if’ this ever happens to you, rather it’s a case of ‘when’. Today I want to break down for you. You’ll learn:
Spoiler alert: Someone being disappointed by the work we’ve delivered says almost NOTHING about our work. It says everything about the expectations that were not met - by us or by the person purchasing our products or services. | |||
| 10 Ways Women Over 40 Can Use Social Media to Grow Their Business | 08 Mar 2021 | 00:19:48 | |
If you’re using social media for business, you know it’s more than just a platform for your cutest fur baby antics and funny memes. It’s a powerful tool for building your brand and cultivating an audience online. But to reap the rewards, you don’t just need an audience: you need engagement. AND, engagement only has value when it’s genuine — coming from real people who really care. Today I’m sharing 10 ways you can create engagement in your social media! To see the show notes go to https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/10 | |||
| How to Pivot Your Business (Even in the Pandemic) with Guest Rebecca Bly | 01 Mar 2021 | 00:41:18 | |
This week I'm joined by Rebecca Bly to talk about how she pivoted during the pandemic with her business. Rebecca is one of the incredible women in my group program Her Launch Lab. Listen in and you'll discover: - How she created a new business model - The exact tools she uses in her business - How she created a life (& business) living in Costa Rica You can learn more at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/9 | |||
| What is a Target Audience and Why Do I Need One? | 23 Feb 2021 | 00:23:06 | |
Are you looking for clients or customers? Do you have offers that just aren’t selling? Are you wondering why no one is buying your solutions? I’d be willing to bet that you need an audience adjustment. Understanding the persona of the people who will buy from you is KEY is growing in your business. In today's episode you'll learn:
Your Right People are waiting for you. Are you ready for them? Download your cheatsheet for at HowCanThisBeEasy.com/8 | |||
| How I Create Content For My Own Business & Not Burn Out | 06 May 2024 | 00:24:11 | |
In this episode, I'm answering a follower question from Lindsay at High Voltage Leadership about how I am able to create so much content without burning out. I talk about the importance of skill development, managing business effectively, and understanding the true purpose of social media platforms like Instagram.
I even share my PERSONAL content strategy and am peeling back the curtains and giving you a candid look into the EXACT percentage break downs of how I use content to support my business goals and revenue targets.
Tune in today and discover:
To see the FULL show notes for this episode, go to: https://howcanthisbeeasy.com/52 | |||
| Everything You Need To Know About Protecting Your Online Business with Canadian Lawyer Corinne Boudreau | 15 Feb 2021 | 00:44:20 | |
Today I’m welcoming my first guest to the podcast. Corinne Boudreau is a Canadian Lawyer who is my go to resource for helping you understand how to protect your website and the content that you publish on it. From how to protect your content from being stolen to coaching agreements, growing your team, and hosting in person events like retreats we covered it in this episode. You can see all the show notes at https://HowCanThisBeEasy.com/law | |||
| Instagram vs. Reality: A Candid Look at The Truth Behind Running an Online Business | 08 Feb 2021 | 00:17:12 | |
Today I’m covering all the misconceptions you might have about what it takes to grow a digital business. Spoiler alert: it might not be as Insta-perfect as you think. You can expect to learn:
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| How to Get Comfortable on Camera, Even if You're an Introvert | 01 Feb 2021 | 00:20:41 | |
You have an online business. BUT, you never feel confident or even comfortable sharing photos or god forbid, video of yourself. The truth is that people are more likely to share and engage with video than any other form of content on social media. Getting on camera is one of the absolute best things you can do to grow your business. But what if you’re not really comfortable with video or lack the confidence to really be visible online? Today you’ll learn:
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| How to Have a Difficult Conversation With a Client | 26 Jan 2021 | 00:14:05 | |
Avoidance is a very common strategy when it comes to difficult conversations. The fact of the matter is that our lives are peppered with difficult conversations. Avoiding the tough stuff will only get you so far. In this episode I’m breaking down how to have a difficult conversation with a client. You’ll learn:
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