In this opening episode, Julie reflects on the struggle to show up consistently online, explaining some of the breakthrough she had to finally come back after 18 months of not podcasting. She offers some practical tips for unblocking your own paralysis and procrastination, and provides reassurance for those who are trying to do business in the midst of a messy life.

What did my journey look like to $1,000,000? It was longer, more windy and random than you might think. I'm going behind the scenes all the way back to 2012 and will share how I made money, what I did first, second, third, and provide insight into the big moments that changed the way I thought, and thus the way I earned.

In this episode, I just recap the mastermind (from a logistics/schedule standpoint). What goes on in my head, how the event went, some things I changed and took away vs. added. If you do your own events or retreats, or are curious about them, you can hear how this whole week went from that angle and apply what I've learned to your own event.

In this episode, I take a deep dive into the things I'm learned as I approach $20M in sales. I did a Facebook post about this and it did really well, and I realized I have a lot to say on the matter, so I turned it into a podcast episode!

In this episode, I take you on a WILD ride with my client Kristin and her journey to 3000 students. She is a classic example of someone who took a long time to find her “thing”. She had a viral ad, a failed webinar, and all kinds of crazy obstacles along the way. But through it all, she’s built an incredible community and course and completely changed her financial trajectory with Bookkeeper Training School. It’s a do-not-miss episode!

In this episode, I do a business and life recap of 2023, plus the things I noticed along the way. If you've never done a year in review, I recommend it. I had a great year, but it was dotted with some pretty tough events. This is a mash up of business and life updates as I close out the year!

I found this fascinating question on Facebook today that said, "A CEO, COO, CMO, and CFO all go their separate ways to do their own thing. Who succeeds most and why?" And I decided to record an entire episode with my thoughts! I explain how I think each operates, which one or two are priority, and the power of thinking about all of them -- inside of you -- the powerhouse business owner.

In this episode, I answer the common complaint I hear from service providers which is, "I feel like most of my business comes from word of mouth referrals but it feels so unpredictable. How do I make it more steady?" It's a short but hopefully super helpful piece of advice that will get you thinking differently about that type of marketing.

Do you ever feel like you're not sure what launch campaign style is right for you? Or you're new to launching and just with there was a simple way to roll out a new funnel and project? In this episode, I give you my tried and true walkthrough including price points, payplans, length of launch, what to do beforehand, during, and how to manage your expectations.

In this episode, I ponder a very thoughtful question brought to me by a lady who was applying for Digital Insiders. She was asking me questions about the group and when I joked about making a ten year anniversary plan, she stopped and said, "What has kept you going in such a high intensity program for so long?" Here is my 27 minute answer.

In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of a conversation with a client where she was trying to figure out why she couldn't do for herself... what she could easily do for others. This goes a little deeper than the cliché saying "You can't see your label from inside the jar". Why we so badly need objectivity in our business journey!

In this episode, I walk you through how I'm actively working with a client to define her unique selling proposition with her coaching. It's hard to see what you do as valuable or unique, but as you break down the process, you might find some clues hidden in the steps. I deconstruct a real life example here!

Building a course can be a daunting task. In this episode, I break down the three most common reasons why people don't finish, and then give tangible action-oriented advice for how to overcome it. This is a must listen if you have a course idea (unmade or half baked) sitting somewhere in your laptop or your brain.

In this episode (I'll admit it's a little deep) I go into a conversation around burn out... but more importantly, when the burnout turns to this scary feeling of "I just don't care anymore." What causes it... and what to do when you're in this season and running a business.

In this episode, I am going into a brainstorm exercise around why people are struggling so much with money. And who better to start with? Then me. I dive into the deep dive of why and where money is going, why so many people are in the same boat, and more importantly... what to do about it. If you need any help with this, or getting your business back cash flowing, please reach out to me Julie@juliechenell.com or hit me on Instagram at @juliecchenell. Be well!

Today I'm going inside my brain about why and when launching a subscription or membership makes sense...despite the fact I tell people oftentimes to not do it! When and why it does work, and what you should consider before embarking on one. Make sure to grab your ticket to Subscription Mode - coming Monday April 22nd 2024 @ 2pm EST. Tickets are on sale for $47 @ https://subscriptionmode.com

The week after a mastermind is always a bit crazy, but I wanted to drop in this Monday morning and give you some behind the scenes of what went on this week. In this episode I explain what a mastermind is, some of the getting to know you activities we did, what I presented on, and a unique opportunity for you to experience DI live in person this summer. Give it a listen and then hit me up at julie@juliechenell.com or on IG @juliecchenell. Have a great week!

Offer design is both an art and a science. When you try to read the crystal ball of buyer psychology, us marketers tend to throw everything at the wall to see what sticks. Today, I want to help you think more strategically about bonuses. ​There are 12 types of bonuses (loosely) divided into four categories. The best offers are the ones that make logical sense and tell a story. If you want a written version of this, consider joining my email list at https://emailsbyjulie.com!

This is such a great combination of inspiration and tactics. I interviewed my longtime client Julia Taylor about her CRAZY last few months in her business GeekPack. Some highlights you don't want to miss.... • How she got nearly $500,000 in FREE money for her business • Her journey to a prestigious award in China and the opportunities it unlocked • The transformation from not wanting to even show her face in business to multi-seven figures in income & thousands impacted • The most important advice she can offer about being ready for when your moment of opportunity comes Julia has been in Digital Insiders working with me from the very beginning, and it's been absolutely amazing watching her go from a tiny brand to a world recognized one! This is an inspiring episode whether you're at the beginning of your journey, or years in. If you're interested in applying for Digital Insiders, please go to https://digitalinsidersmastermind.com

July is the sloggiest month in business. And every year, despite knowing this fact, I start to panic. Things are slow. People are quiet. There isn't a lot of action. I feel tired and unmotivated. I'm not sure what my revenue is going to be this month. Why can't I get anything done even though the kids are at camp? Every single year, it is the same. But here is an important lesson I learned!

It's been SO busy over at Funnel Gorgeous because we're building a new funnel (launching this week) and then turning it over as a template to our upcoming Launch Gorgeous student cohort. I go behind the scenes to explain what's happening, and how it's come together in just two weeks. You can get on the waitlist for Launch Gorgeous here: https://launchgorgeous.com It's been a whirlwind!

Hey there! In this episode, I’m tackling a big topic that’s been popping up in my Voxer chats with tons of different business owners. As we wrap up August, it’s clear that this year has been a tough one financially for many. With the economy shifting and a typical summer slowdown, it’s no wonder things feel a bit unsettling right now. I’m noticing two major patterns: Pattern #1: Some folks are using the same old strategies—emails, launches, and so on—but their results are falling short. Pattern #2: Meanwhile, others are having their best launches ever, even as they see others struggling. I don’t have all the answers yet, but in this episode, I dive into why your launches might not be hitting the mark and why that doesn’t mean all is lost. I’ll share why it's super important not to get stuck in a doom loop and how staying creative and gritty can help you turn things around. As always, if you need a coach, reach out on Instagram @juliecchenell or by email at Julie@juliechenell.com.

I've had an estimated 100 meaningful conversations with business owners in the last month. The majority of these are my private clients, but I took trips to Providence and New York in September, and spent time with folks from other circles as well. I never ceased to be amazed by how much we think we're unique in our circumstances, when it's clear there are so many common patterns and headaches among us. Between ages, markets, niches, cities -- I can say this with reasonable certainty -- whatever you're facing, there are thousands of other people in your exact same shoes. So what were the patterns I picked up on? That's what I want to share with you today. A written version of this is available here. https://ckarchive.com/b/v8u3hrhx62k5mulq229q5svl7w0llf9

This dissonance between what's happening (or appears to be happening) on the outside vs. what's really going on inside. My take one what I'm seeing across all industries and my advice for those who are in the struggle to sell right now.

​I got married this weekend... concluding 10 months of planning into one 7 hour event at our home in Guilford Connecticut. It's no secret that wedding planning is s huge to-do, though it's a lot like any event I suppose... just with a whole bunch of specific cultural and societal rituals baked in. Sitting on the porch this morning, I realized that I was not rushed. Such an odd sensation to feel since the legal and logistical details of getting married at this stage in life and business, coupled with hosting the event at home (including the before and after parties), meant that Ac and I have been grinding hard for the majority of 2024. I posted photos and videos out on social - you can see the dress, the venue, the cake, all the things... But here and now... today I want to talk about some of the less obvious lessons I've picked up along the way.

It's been a crazy year! I'm reflecting on things I want to do more of in 2025 and the stuff I want to leave behind. Hopefully it inspires you as well!

In this episode, I dive into the concept of “resistance” and how it shows up in my life—especially when it comes to writing my book. I share my journey from years of procrastination to discovering AI tools that help me outline my thoughts, and yet still finding myself avoiding the actual work. If you’ve ever struggled to move forward on a passion project or creative endeavor, I hope my real-life confessions and breakthroughs inspire you to push past your own resistance.

What did my journey look like AFTER I hit $1,000,000? It was longer, more windy and random than you might think. I'm going behind the scenes from 2018-2022 and will share how I made money, what I did first, second, third, and provide insight into the big moments that changed the way I thought, and thus the way I earned.

In this episode, I take you inside my thoughts about the importance of writing and my anger that AI might threaten this very sacred human method of communication. I talk about my big theory as to what might happen if we all stopped writing, plus give a few nuggets of "woah" I've heard around the interwebs as we all experience what it's like to live and work in online business with ChatGPT and other AI models threatening to take over skilled work.

Probably the #1 thing I do with my clients is help them work out the difference between what they teach (in a course) and what they tease (on a sales page). In this episode, I use a mock client and walk through the biggest pitfall with an expert who is trying to market themselves. Guarantee this has probably impacted your marketing as well!

We (in the west) tend to think of everything as linear. An unending line of progress that ends in...what exactly I'm not sure. But it's all about growth, progress, and beating out what we did before. This is why so many business owners freak out when the step by step growth of the last couple years has all of a sudden ground to a halt. It bucks directly against the belief that all things just march in a steady growing line of awesomeness. This podcast episode uses the four seasons of nature to help frame how the four seasons of business work as well. Give it a listen whether you're feeling like business is going awesome or terrible.

I didn't actually plan to do a podcast episode on this so consider this an interruption into my regular schedule of episodes, but the Facebook post I published about MRR has a lot of attention and I want to try to explain why MRR is so sketchy and not a good business model in the world of digital marketing.

In this episode, I take you behind the scenes with a client Carrie, who was inadvertently complicating her offer for Black Friday. We all do this, and I have a few analogies that might help drive home how to tactically make sure you're giving your audience the strongest simplest version of an offer, which will increase conversions!

In this episode, I’m sharing the existential angst I’m feeling as AI developments flood my feed and spark the sense that everything is about to change. I draw a parallel to the birth of the internet (though I believe AI’s impact will be even greater!) and break down how we can think of AI in three levels: using it, building with it, and teaching others to do the same. I explore why this technology is crucial for everyone—whether you’re a marketer, a therapist, or just someone curious about the future—and offer reassurance that we’re still in the early days. Tune in to hear how AI might reshape entire industries, why it’s time to pay attention, and what you can do to stay ahead of the curve.

In this episode of Million Dollar Grit, I dive into the 10 most common pricing mistakes that can really undermine your business—everything from picking “standard” price tags you see floating around (hello, $497 and $997) to ignoring the real value and friction your customers face. I’ll show you why customer research can be misleading, how to think carefully about your payment plan options, and why it’s critical to factor in your profit and cost of goods (yes, digital products too!). Whether you’re underpricing out of fear or slapping on a “luxury” label without the premium experience to match, you’ll learn how to avoid the pitfalls and set a price that truly works for you and your audience. Tune in, and let’s get your pricing on point!

In today's episode, I'm diving into a fascinating question that came up during a long car ride conversation with my friend Tom: Have we moved from saying, "Did you Google this first?" to "Did you ask ChatGPT first?" As coaches and consultants, how do we balance empowering clients and team members to leverage AI for quick answers while also emphasizing that there's no true replacement for human expertise, nuance, and experience? Join me as I explore how AI is shifting the coaching space and why your uniquely human insights are more valuable than ever.

Today I'm unpacking what parts of running a business will become simpler—and what's going to get trickier—as AI transforms our work. There's good news and a few challenges ahead. Let's dive in!

Today I'm chatting with my friend and client, Ashley Ebert, founder of The Abundance Group and owner of a thriving, multi-location wedding planning business. Ashley shares her journey from scaling her own service-based business (even through COVID!) to coaching other wedding pros on building businesses and lives they love. We dive into: The exact moment at Disney when Ashley realized she needed coaching support. Her big "aha" moments from working together, especially around marketing with integrity. How she successfully launched her mastermind with a strategic webinar (yes, webinars still work!). What it really takes to build a mastermind—and why community is a huge part of it. Ashley's advice for experts who feel stuck or overshadowed by marketers who might not have the same expertise. This episode will resonate with anyone feeling the tension between being great at their craft but not naturally marketing-oriented. Ashley’s honesty and humor make this conversation especially fun! Check her out on Instagram at @theabundancegroup.

In this episode, I’m diving into the stuff nobody warned me about when it comes to business, money, growth, and leadership. Things like... how making more money doesn’t mean less stress—it actually requires a totally new skillset around wealth preservation. Or how your nervous system (yep, not your calendar or your team) becomes the biggest bottleneck. I talk about how personal growth can get lonely, why 80% of your to-do list is probably fluff, and the hard truth that consistency—not talent or luck—is what moves the needle most. Also sharing some behind-the-scenes truths: haters are real, drama is constant, and most “exciting opportunities” are not what they seem. Let’s talk about the things nobody told us… but that we definitely need to know.

Hey friends, in today's episode of A Million Dollar Grit, I'm answering some super personal questions from one of my clients about my journey to buying my dream home. I'm diving into exactly how (and why!) I took the leap from a Dave Ramsey envelope life with young kids to buying a $2 million farmhouse on 15 acres near the ocean in my dream town. You'll hear: Why I never imagined I'd buy such an expensive home—and the pivotal moment that made me realize my own earning power. The mindset shifts, fears, and doubts I faced when making such a huge financial decision. How an unexpected spiritual nudge (and a very personal letter) ultimately gave me the courage to say yes. Reflections on how deeply our childhood beliefs shape our dreams and why it's so important to surround yourself with mentors who expand your vision of what's possible. If you've ever wondered how big dreams actually become reality, this episode is for you. Enjoyed it? I'd love to hear from you—hit me up on Instagram! https://instagram.com/juliecchenell

Let’s talk about the thing tripping up almost every entrepreneur trying to sell something right now: Your offer isn’t clear enough. The problem isn’t the price. It’s the problem. In this episode, I break down the biggest clarity killers I saw inside dozens of offer briefs this month—from therapy-intake-form hooks to pricing math that makes no sense to anyone but your Google Doc. We’ll talk about why your big idea needs to fit on a T-shirt, why your solution isn’t your framework, and how to build a stack that actually stacks. If you’re spinning out on your offer, this might be the reset you need. DM me if this hit a nerve—or forward it to your biz bestie who’s deep in the pricing spiral.

Let’s talk about something most people never say out loud: What if deep down, you believe money isn’t safe? Not because you’re lazy or self-sabotaging—but because you saw what money did to your family. Because money got used to manipulate, control, or destroy. Because wealth made someone you loved a target. And now, even though you want abundance, your nervous system is quietly screaming, “Danger.” In this episode, I’m answering a question that hit me hard: How has money actually made you safer—as a person and as a mom? This is not about “money solves everything” or chasing some soft life fantasy. It’s about real, grounded ways that having money changed the level of threat in my life. From leaving toxic situations, to parenting with less panic, to breaking cycles of financial control—I’m sharing the tangible, sometimes messy, ways that money has made me feel more protected, less reactive, and more powerful. If you’ve ever feared that getting rich might wreck you—or attract the kind of chaos you’ve spent your life avoiding—this one’s for you.

Let’s talk about something every coach, consultant, and service provider runs into: the blurry line between a client’s reasonable expectation… and sneaky entitlement. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to tell the difference, why it matters for your energy and boundaries, and how to avoid the resentment spiral that happens when scope creep gets normalized. I’ll share real examples from my own coaching experience (7+ years, hundreds of clients), explain why the energy behind a request is often more telling than the request itself, and offer practical ways to reset your boundaries without burning bridges. If you’ve ever thought “Ugh, I was too nice—now I don’t know how to rein it in”… I've got you!

Let’s talk about the moment one of my clients called me out for using ChatGPT to help me respond to a high-stakes Voxer message... and why she was right to notice. In this episode, I’m unpacking how I use AI in my business (especially when the stakes are high), why I still write all my own content, and why I don’t judge people who use it more heavily. I’m also breaking down the nuance around what feels authentic vs. what is—and how originality, voice, and intent will always rise to the top. If you’ve ever felt weird about using AI to help you say hard things or wondered where the line is between help and fakery… this is my take.

I did something recently that made me stop and ask… when did “good enough” stop being good enough? It started with chickens (yes, really), but it spiraled into something deeper about business, knowledge, and the way we slowly lose trust in our own lived wisdom. This one’s part story, part gut-check—especially if you’ve been feeling the pressure to constantly optimize everything you already built.

I will always remember January 21st because today is the first day I got on a call with a lead and when I asked her “How do you hear about me?” she said…. ChatGPT. 🤯 More specifically… “I use ChatGPT as my coach right now and when I asked for a business mentor to help me scale, it gave me your name. I went to your website and filled out the contact form.” After I picked my jaw up off the floor… I asked ChatGPT how it came to recommend me specifically. It expressly told me it was not because of web searching, but because it had gotten to know me and my strengths over time as a coach and saw me as a good fit for this lead. The implications of this are stunning. I did a deep dive podcast into my convo that followed with ChatGPT, my insights, and what I think was going on. Most importantly, what to do about it. And if you want to have more discussions about this, check out my invite here --> https://juliechenell.kit.com/posts/an-invite-to-an-insider-conversation

The last two weeks have been a total whirlwind. I just finished my ​15th Digital Insiders Mastermind​ (which was epic - I swear they just keep getting better and better!)... Had a super busy weekend, turned around, and left for New York City to participate in Selena Soo's book launch! She hit the bestseller list for USA Today in just a few days with her book ​Rich Relationships​. Incredible job and her book is a fantastic step-by-step roadmap for building your million dollar network. Today's episode gives you a mastermind recap, a book launch recap, and a personal update!

Ever feel like your sales page or webinar should be working… but it’s just not converting? This might be the missing piece: You’re making a sales argument—but not a marketing one. Today I’m diving into what that means, how to spot it, and why even your best offer needs more than just logic to land.

Let’s talk about the moment you want to throw your whole plan in the trash three months after starting it. You know the one. In this episode, I’m unpacking one of my favorite coaching questions: Was the version of you that made this plan stupid? (Spoiler: probably not.) If you keep second-guessing your own strategy, this is the convo you need. I’m walking you through how to tell the difference between a legit pivot and a sneaky self-sabotage loop—plus giving you three checks to make before you scrap what you’ve built.

Let’s talk about why you shouldn’t be that founder who’s scrambling to “just hire a CMO” when your business is still finding its footing. I share a story about the time I helped build a program for CEOs and marketing directors—only to realize later that outsourcing your entire marketing before you’ve proven your funnel is a recipe for chaos. I’ve been at both ends of the spectrum—building my own company’s marketing at $4 M/year and stepping into the CMO role at ClickFunnels when they were pushing $100 M—and I’ve seen firsthand how handing off vision too soon can cost you more than money.