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Celebrating 200 Episodes (with Special Appearances)!
In this milestone 200th episode, we’re celebrating Side Hustle GROWTH ranking in the Top 3%! 🎉
Since launching in January 2021, we’ve shared game-changing advice, heartfelt stories, and wisdom from some incredible guests who’ve inspired, motivated, and empowered so many side hustlers on their journey.
Today, I’m reflecting on where we started, how we got here, and what’s next!
Make sure to catch this one on YouTube for special video highlights! Get ready for a trip down memory lane with video highlights from favorite past guests, and a few hints at surprises coming your way. If you’ve been with us for a while, or just found your way here, thank you for being part of this amazing community.
Let's keep growing together!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
In this episode of Side Hustle GROWTH, I sit down with Financial Expert Latanya Housen, who brings over 15 years of experience across Canada and Jamaica, empowering entrepreneurs—especially side hustlers—with the knowledge they need to secure the right funding without dipping into personal income.
Join us as we explore funding options tailored to side hustlers, from grants and loans to investor opportunities, with a special focus on overcoming common funding obstacles faced by women and minority entrepreneurs.
Episode Highlights:
Finding Fit-for-Purpose Funding: Learn about the best funding options—from grants to small loans—that align with your unique business needs and industry.
Breaking Down Grant Myths: Discover common mistakes in grant applications and the secret to aligning with criteria for higher approval odds.
Money Matters: Understand the importance of separating personal and business finances and how to build strong relationships with banks for long-term success.
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Latanya holds a Masters of Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University and a double major BSc. Degree in Management and Psychology from the University of the West Indies.
Latanya now develops and leads the execution of the Black Customer Experience Strategy at top 5 Canadian Bank, amplifying their brand and the growth of personal and business portfolios by deepening existing customer relationships and driving new to bank business.
She is a trusted advisor to leadership teams across the banking enterprise as a subject matter expert who acts as a "face of the bank" and key liaison between the Bank and the Black community. She has over 15 years experience in Business and Portfolio Management, Business Development, Operations in the Financial sector.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we’ve got three membership levels to support you at every stage of your journey. Get access to exclusive resources, expert guidance, and a powerful community of women JUST LIKE YOU!
In this episode, we dive into the world of ghostwriting with Minolta Walker, a seasoned ghostwriter, and entrepreneur.
Minolta shares her journey from freelance writing to owning a boutique ghostwriting agency, discusses how she juggles multiple roles including being a mom and a full-time worker, and reveals tips for anyone looking to start a side hustle in ghostwriting.
Discover valuable insights on time management, client relationships, and the demand for ghostwriting services. Plus, learn about Minolta's latest venture, Empower Her Literary Group, aimed at helping women of color publish their stories.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:29 Minolta Walker's Background 01:47 Starting a Ghostwriting Side Hustle 05:38 Time Management Tips for Side Hustlers 07:09 Identifying and Landing Ideal Clients 10:37 Demand and Platforms for Ghostwriters 16:36 Building Client Relationships 18:55 Lucrative Opportunities in Ghostwriting 23:06 Minolta's Upcoming Projects 24:40 Final Thoughts and Advice __________
Minolta Walker is a seasoned ghostwriter and the visionary founder of "The Manuscript Queen Ghostwriting Services," a boutique ghostwriting agency dedicated to amplifying the stories of women of color (WOC) and business coaches. Having penned numerous bestselling books, Minolta’s expertise lies in her ability to deeply connect with her clients' voices and visions. Her agency, The Manuscript Queen Ghostwriting Service, is renowned for its personalized approach, ensuring each author's story is told authentically and powerfully.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we’ve got three membership levels to support you at every stage of your journey. Get access to exclusive resources, expert guidance, and a powerful community of women JUST LIKE YOU!
POP THE CHAMPAGNE because Issa Celebration y'all! This is the 100th EPISODE!
It's December (already), and there is already a buzz of excitement in the air as folx prepare for the holidays!
For the 100th EPISODE, I wanted to do something a little different from inviting guests or covering a particular topic. And by that I mean that I wanted to include the listeners and share the full story behind the podcast name... Plus I have a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!
Press play to hear notes from some VERY special guests and then listen all the way through to hear what I have coming up. It'll be worth it, especially if you've written down "start a podcast" as one of your goals but you keep putting it off.
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Ready to level up your side hustle?
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we’ve got three membership levels to support you at every stage of your journey. Get access to exclusive resources, expert guidance, and a powerful community of women JUST LIKE YOU!
"It's not about Marketing but what sits behind our Marketing that is our soul purpose." - Tricia Murray.
In this episode, we cover:
- Understanding the Rule of 3 in Marketing. - What to focus on to find your unique approach in your Marketing. - Learning how to tune into the intuitive side of Marketing.
As Founder and Co-Creator of Light on Marketing, Tricia Murray draws on a diverse array of insights she gathered as she shifted a 20-year career in Marketing (and a masterfully manifested life of work) into more of a Life 360º. She invests some of her time, energy and resources providing counsel to small business CEOs and soul-purpose Owners & Entrepreneurs who are ready for their Marketing to be LIGHT again. She currently lives in the Foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Canada, reconnects to Spirit with body-, mind- and intuitive-based solutions, and promotes the evolution of creator souls everywhere inside a business of tomorrow, and beyond.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we’ve got three membership levels to support you at every stage of your journey. Get access to exclusive resources, expert guidance, and a powerful community of women JUST LIKE YOU!
"As a creative whose brain is always "on", it can be hard to distinguish between a shiny object and a solid business idea." - Christen N. James
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers, you'll hear about how my time as a Lifestyle Blogger influenced my journey as an Entrepreneur and the 5 lessons that opened my eyes to what we could have done differently. I cover:
- how to avoid turning your side hustle into a really expensive hobby. - identifying how your side hustle will fit into your lifestyle. - how to set simple and realistic biz goals so you achieve your income goals.
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
'Whatever you are not changing, you are choosing". - Laura Buchanan.
In This episode of The Shine to FIVE Method for Side Hustlers, my guest is Rhonda Armour, Certified Nutrition Coach, Certified Life Coach, Certified Personal Trainer & Author will talk about:
- how to establish self-care habits and strategies for the long game. - how to adapt and pivot your self-care and still be consistent. - how to adjust your Mindset to see the value in maintaining healthy habits.
As a Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach, Personal Trainer, speaker, author and entrepreneur, Rhonda understands the demands on time for today’s woman feeling torn between career and home life. Self-care often falls last on a long list of priorities. She once lived this life and understands it’s not easy putting yourself back on the priority list, especially if you have struggled with programs and diets that have left you feeling frustrated and confused. Rhonda wants you feeling empowered and back in the driver’s seat! There is no one-size fits all approach and Rhonda's approach is custom and it’s all about you. She wants to end that roller coaster and the shout of internal voices that question your willpower, capability, and commitment from programs that simply haven’t supported your life.
Rhonda develops a dynamic and comfortable partnership with her clients based on honesty and trust and enjoys working with the motivated, but stressed-out woman who is ready to live their best life and understands that it’s not a straight line to success.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we’ve got three membership levels to support you at every stage of your journey. Get access to exclusive resources, expert guidance, and a powerful community of women JUST LIKE YOU!
When running a Business, you want to generate an income and find inspiration - both parts are equally important. Being successful at both means allotting the time for each.
In This episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers, I break down the difference between working ON and working IN your side hustle the best way that I know how: using an analogy.
GIRL, I remember being quite confused when I first learned about these 2 crucial components of being a solopreneur! Listen to find out how describing a musical simplifies the concept so you can better manage your priorities and time!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
"Keep moving forward. It's a marathon and not a sprint. You're growing something that is going to have a lasting legacy" -Kristen Miller.
In This episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers, my guest is Kristen Miller, will take you through: - The #1 reason why you need to create a digital product. - How to create a simple digital product to grow your email list. - The easiest way to generate leads and create a journey for your clients.
Kristen Miller is a digital marketer, a business coach, a mom and a catalyst for change. Her vision is to help other women create wealth, happiness, and impact in their lives by scaling their digital courses and products. She helps other female entrepreneurs expand their impact through sales funnels and digital courses.
I am ALWAYS just a click away and ready to chat with you (for only 15 mins) about your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR.
Have a Sparkling Day!
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Ready to level up your side hustle?
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we’ve got three membership levels to support you at every stage of your journey. Get access to exclusive resources, expert guidance, and a powerful community of women JUST LIKE YOU!
And just like THAT, I am celebrating SIX YEARS since I started my Business. Take a stroll down memory lane with me, from that first workshop (that I never thought i'd do) to where I am now!
YES! In this episode of The Shine to FIVE Method for Side Hustlers, I take the time to reflect and celebrate my journey because I am TRULY amazed at what I have accomplished thus far. As I continue to evolve, I share the 3 unimaginable and amazing ways that I get to position myself as an expert.
I'd LOVE to hear from YOU! How have you evolved since starting your Business? Share with me!
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It's Q4, my friend! How is your quarterly planning going? Need some guidance on how to plan out a quarter that gets rid of all the mental clutter so that you can easily STEP INTO ACTION? Grab this freebie A simple Strategy for a SUCCESSFUL Quarter when you join my mailing list. Oh, and we never EVER get spammy.
And you know what I'm going to say! I am ALWAYS just a click away and ready to chat with you privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. If it feels like a fit for what you need, you can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!
Be sure to let me know how you're doing in a DM! Find me on Instagram!
Have a Sparkling Day!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
"Be stubborn about the results, but flexible about the methodology that God wants to send it to you in". Ashley Ann Jones.
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE Method for Side Hustlers, I am joined by King Ashley-Ann y'all! I've actually followed her for a while and saw how she has built her brand online. This is going to be GOOD! She will be providing the listeners with tips on: - how to give your business the space to evolve using social media. - the methods that you can leverage on social media to generate the most consistent income. - simple strategies to ensure that you are speaking about what actually interests your target client.
Ashley Ann, also known as King Ashley Ann is a talented biz builder, public speaker, and social media strategist. Ashley has helped over 11,000 individuals monetize their social media and over 700 people create 6 figure incomes. She has currently helped 151 people create 7 figure incomes and 9 of her clients are consistently doing million-dollar months. She has also helped over 1000 businesses generate $25K- $45K per month using Live Stream.
Loved what you heard in the episode? There's MORE! Grab that FREE Training that Ashley Ann mentioned here!
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It's Q4, my friend! How is your quarterly planning going? Need some guidance on how to plan out a quarter that gets rid of all the mental clutter so that you can easily STEP INTO ACTION? Grab this freebie A simple Strategy for a SUCCESSFUL Quarter when you join my mailing list. Oh, and we never EVER get
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Ready to level up your side hustle?
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we’ve got three membership levels to support you at every stage of your journey. Get access to exclusive resources, expert guidance, and a powerful community of women JUST LIKE YOU!
Earlier in the year, I talked about "The Great Resignation", which sounded like a movement of people leaving their unfulfilling jobs for better opportunity. Now the new buzz term is "Quiet Quitting", but the definition actually should not be taking literally!
At what point do you turn "Quiet Quitting" to ACTUAL QUITTING? In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers, we will cover: - Breakdown what it REALLY means when someone is "quiet quitting". - What you need to do if you identify with this term. - How I help clients through their own process when they relate to the term.
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It's Q4, my friend! How is your quarterly planning going? Need some guidance on how to plan out a quarter that gets rid of all the mental clutter so that you can easily STEP INTO ACTION? Grab this freebie A simple Strategy for a SUCCESSFUL Quarter when you join my mailing list. Oh, and we never EVER get spammy.
And you know what I'm going to say! I am ALWAYS just a click away and ready to chat with you privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. If it feels like a fit for what you need, you can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!
Be sure to let me know how you're doing in a DM! Find me on Instagram!
Have a Sparkling Day!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
"We really have to believe that these things are possible if you truly want them to work". -Lindsay Sims.
You have to become detached from the outcome in order to reap the rewards of your behaviour. You can't strive and strain or stress over what you want because instead of pulling it towards you, you're going to push it away.
My guest in this episode for Side Hustlers is Lindsay Sims! You'll hear: - How to gain authority for your website by borrowing authority on other platforms. - How to better measure your success beyond just looking at your sales. - How to market to people based on their Mindset.
Lindsay Sims is an entrepreneur, educator, and coach with a knack for reducing entrepreneurial noise and increasing the digital literacy of small business owners. Her leveraged years of experience (including a Ph.D. and her work as a Grow With Google Digital Coach) led her to develop a unique marketing program for small businesses. Now, she focuses her efforts as the Founder and CEO of 30 Day Funnels providing small business owners of diverse backgrounds with no-gimmick, no-fad strategies to leverage their digital marketing so they can step away from overwhelming and get back to what they actually love.
ALSO! Have you been thinking about leaving your 9to5 but keeping dealing with guilt and feeling stuck? Grab this freebie when you join my mailing list here (we never EVER get spammy) to get tips to break FREE of your Employee Mindset.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we’ve got three membership levels to support you at every stage of your journey. Get access to exclusive resources, expert guidance, and a powerful community of women JUST LIKE YOU!
Happy September, Side Hustlers! 🎉 As we transition from the laid-back vibes of summer into the bustling energy of fall, stress levels can skyrocket—especially when you’re juggling a 9to5, a side hustle, and everything in between.
In this episode, I dive deep into practical strategies to help you manage the seasonal stress that comes with this time of year - From setting boundaries to establishing a morning routine.
Whether you’re feeling the pressure of tighter schedules, shorter days, or the looming holidays, this episode is packed with actionable tips to help you navigate this busy season without burning out. Plus, stick around to hear about how the Side HustleHER Club can be your support system during this time of year!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction to September and Fall Transition 05:30 - Importance of Creating a Morning Routine 09:18 - Finding Balance or Alignment 10:23 - Being Realistic and Embracing Progress 11:06 - Scheduling Downtime for Self-Care 12:05 - Practicing Mindfulness for Stress Management 13:22 - Joining a Supportive Community like the Side Hustle Her Club 15:19 - Conclusion and Invitation to Seek Support
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
"Be yourself! Share your awkwardness because that's what people want to know about you and it will probably become a crucial part of your Business anyway." - CJ
I know that some might be thinking: “WAIT.… CJ? AN INTROVERT?” YES, I am - big time. Some words used to describe me have been outgoing, engaging, relatable, approachable, etc etc. Yes I can get up on stage and speak to an audience and even make them laugh and all that jazz… but HONEY let me tell you how I have to coach myself before I show up anywhere.
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers, you'll hear 5 of my secrets of being able to show up as an introverted Entrepreneur including: - how I manage my emotions before they cripple me in a social or networking setting. - what I do to ensure I make authentic connections that will grow my network and awareness of my brand. - how I deal with those not-so-great parts of building relationships.
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Have you been thinking about leaving your 9to5 but keeping dealing with guilt and feeling stuck? Grab this freebie when you join my mailing list here (we never EVER get spammy) to get tips to break FREE of your Employee Mindset.
I am ALWAYS just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. If it feels like a fit for what you need, you can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!
Be sure to let me know how you're doing in a DM! Find me on Instagram!
Have a Sparkling Day!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
"You deserve to live a fulfilled life and if your environment isn't offering that to you right now, you deserve the opportunity to see the potential that you have to create magic in this world." -T'Kehya Prentice-Cupid
This episode is another From Bustle to Boss Success Story with T'Kehya Prentice-Cupid (also known as TK), you'll hear: -How reach the point of "I'm just going to do this" and then have the courage to follow through -How to overcome Imposter Syndrome and maintain momentum in growing business -The rewards that TK is reaping just by believing in herself and the vision for her business
TK is a multicultural hairstylist based in Toronto, ON Canada, who specializes in colour and textured hair. She is also the founder of Textured Hair EDU, a virtual platform that aspires to build Canada's 1st Curly and Afro Hair Curriculum. Through her efforts, TK has been featured in media outlets like BlogTO, Global News, The Brandon Gonez Show, and others. TK first taught herself about textured hair 13 years ago, and has been a hair care professional for 6 years. She made the decision to create Textured Hair EDU, based on her own frustrations around the lack of adequate textured hair education in Canada. TK has dreams of a future where everyone (yes everyone) can walk into a salon and get serviced, no matter the hair type.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we’ve got three membership levels to support you at every stage of your journey. Get access to exclusive resources, expert guidance, and a powerful community of women JUST LIKE YOU!
"People don’t know what they don’t know simply put. It is unfair to assume that someone knows what you need when A - you haven’t asked and B - you aren’t even CLEAR on what you need." - CJ
Here's what's covered: - The first thing that happens when you assume. - The best way to grow your biz through asking. - The #1 reason why people are waiting for you to ASK.
Links:
Have you been thinking about leaving your 9to5 but keeping dealing with guilt and feeling stuck? Grab this freebie when you join my mailing list here (we never EVER get spammy) to get Tips to break FREE of your Employee Mindset.
I am ALWAYS just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. If it feels like a fit for what you need, you can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!
Be sure to let me know how you're doing in a DM! Find me on Instagram!
Have a Sparkling Day!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
September is the time when we start thinking about wrapping up the year, and you were probably saying to yourself at the beginning of 2022 that this was THE year that you would leave your 9to5.
You're walking into your job like UGHHHH! I'M STILL HERE! You want to leave SO BADLY but have you gone through the laundry list of items that you need to take into consideration first? Oh, honey - it's LONG!
I keep it simple though with this episode, and highlight FIVE THINGS. Here's what's covered: - An easy exercise to get started on the process. - How to gauge if your small biz is ready to take main stage. - How to determine if YOU are ready to make such a HUGE transition.
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Have you been thinking about leaving your 9to5 but keeping dealing with guilt and feeling stuck? Grab this freebie when you join my mailing list here (we never EVER get spammy) to get Tips to break FREE of your Employee Mindset.
I am ALWAYS just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. If it feels like a fit for what you need, you can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!
Be sure to let me know how you're doing in a DM! Find me on Instagram!
Have a Sparkling Day!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
"Whatever you're going through in this moment, I want to remind you that You are ENOUGH. Whatever you need to have your dreams come true, you have it in you". - Victoria Downes
The implementation and execution are a huge part of what we need to do, but there's a pause that needs to happen between idea and execution, which is identify what you are trying to achieve and the plan.
On today's episode with Victoria, you'll hear: - The pattern that small businesses fall into when they are trying to execute a strategy. - How to create the ingredients for your "secret sauce" when developing your personal brand. - The importance of repetition to deepen people's connection and understanding of your brand.
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Victoria Downes is a Veteran Entrepreneur, Holistic Business Growth Strategist, Certified professional coach/consultant, and Founder of the Brand to Profits Academy, a Boston-based Business Development firm specializing in Business Strategy Coaching, Consulting, & Training Development.
With a background in Marketing, Human Resources, and Project Management, Victoria leverages over 20 years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience to help her clients grow their brands profitably with intention and strategy.
She is also a mom and wife who has had to juggle the demands of motherhood while building her business in a world where women entrepreneurs are the fastest-growing demographic but key resources needed for entrepreneurship are unevenly distributed, which is why she is committed to helping other CEO-Moms gain the clarity, confidence, and tools to achieve business success so that they can enjoy the freedom of time and wealth with their families without overwhelm and burnout.
Are you TIRED of putting your side-biz on hold because of your 9to5? It's time to make some MOVES with The Sh
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Ready to level up your side hustle?
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we’ve got three membership levels to support you at every stage of your journey. Get access to exclusive resources, expert guidance, and a powerful community of women JUST LIKE YOU!
"If you are not taking care of your yourself, that means that you can't put out products or services that reflect who you are, and your clients won't be getting the best version of you." - CJ
Do something for yourself, your body and mind will thank you.
It's another "In My Business" episode and I share how I started the practice of napping in University, that continued into corporate (Oh yes, I slept at work ALL the time) and now as an Entrepreneur. I discuss how important it is as a solopreneur to listen to the cues that your body gives you asking for you to take better care of yourself, so you side-biz continues to be a well-oiled machine.
Do you tend to take naps? What works best for you when you need a break? Let me know in an email: hello@christennjames.com!
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Are you TIRED of putting your side-biz on hold because of your 9to5? It's time to make some MOVES with The Shine to FIVE™ Movement! Find out more and join the waitlist here to be the first to know when doors open up again!
Have you been thinking about leaving your 9to5 but keeping dealing with guilt and feeling stuck? Join our mailing list here (we never EVER get spammy) to get tips to Break FREE of your Employee Mindset.
CJ is always just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. If it feels like a fit for what you need, you can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!
Be sure to let CJ know how you're doing (and how you feel about naps or you self-care habits) in a DM when you find her on Instagram!
Have a Sparkling Day!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
"To really show up as the YOU that you want everyone to know, like and trust, it's important to align your Values with your side-biz goals". - CJ.
The success of your biz really relies on that Alignment because you are your secret sauce.
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers, we're talking about evaluating your side-biz goals before September hits and life goes "back to normal". Thinking about the things in your professional and personal life that you want people to know about you. Are your goals aligned with who you really are?
Here's what's covered: - How to identify your Core Values. - How to ensure you and your clients are "speaking the same language". - How to truly define YOUR success on YOUR terms.
Links:
Are you TIRED of putting your side-biz on hold because of your 9to5? It's time to make some MOVES with The Shine to FIVE™ Movement! Find out more and join the waitlist here to be the first to know when doors open up again!
Have you been thinking about leaving your 9to5 but keeping dealing with guilt and feeling stuck? Join our mailing list here (we never EVER get spammy) to get tips to Break FREE of your Employee Mindset.
CJ is always just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. If it feels like a fit for what you need, you can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!
Be sure to let CJ know how you're doing in a DM when you find her on Instagram! Remember to ask about the special gift mentioned during the episode!
Have a Sparkling Day!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
I know I may sound like I’m contradicting myself here BIG TIME, but there are 2 sides to everything and that includes procrastination.
Which kind of pro are you? Are you a PROcrastinator or is this a part of your PROcessor?
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers, I challenge the status quo when it comes to people's perception of Procrastination. There is actually a chance that you may not actually be procrastinating based on the actual definition! But of course, this is within reason. Don't you DARE go saying that CJ told you it's okay to procrastinate now!
Here's what's covered:
- Identify why people make excuses. - How to find the "right time" as an Over-thinker. - How to identify if you're actually a PROcessor.
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“There’s so much hype about the overnight success and ‘go big or go home’... I think that the slow burn does not get the credit that it deserves.”
- Dallas Travers
If you’re still waiting for everything to fall into place perfectly so that you can become an overnight success, I’m going to need you to stop what you’re doing and hit play on this episode! This week, I’m sitting down with business coach, author, and podcast host Dallas Travers to talk about how to use The Ripple Effect System to grow your online business with more ease.
You may already know Dallas as the host of the Coaches on a Mission podcast (I was a guest on a recent episode!) or have read her award-winning book, The Tao of Show Business.
Dallas’s Ripple Effect System breaks down the process of growing your business into layers and teaches you how to build the smart habits that will help you create traction, get more done, and build a successful business WITHOUT getting stuck!
Listen now to learn how you can attract more clients (without fancy branding), get good at selling (without even selling), and create list-growing collaborations.
We talk about everything from:
The habits that you can pick up TODAY to help you achieve more over the next year
What you need to do BEFORE you narrow in on your niche (this may surprise you!)
Why you need to toss out the myth of the overnight success — and how that myth keeps side biz owners stuck in their 9to5 for longer than they need to be!
Highlights:
00:54 Intro
01:22 Meet Dallas Travers
03:20 The Overnight Success
05:00 Habits & traction
05:56 Don’t fall for the ads!
07:26 Consistent outreach & selling
08:51 BEFORE you niche down
10:43 Spark interviews & referrals
12:54 Lead magnet swaps
17:29 DM your followers
20:03 Slow and steady burn!
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“Sometimes, when you just let go of the wheel and you trust the process, it is AMAZING the things that will fall into place… whether it’s clients, other opportunities, collaborations, whatever it is.”
- CJ
In this episode, I reveal one of the most difficult things I’ve EVER had to do (or at least one of the Top Five most difficult).
And I promise that is NOT just me being dramatic!
One of the most challenging things I’ve ever had to do… is to let go and surrender. To pause, reflect, evaluate, and pray — and have faith and trust that the process is going to do right by me. Now, I know that many of us don’t have the strongest relationship with Trust but, like any relationship, you CAN work on it and build it up to a whole new level.
Trusting the process really means trusting YOURSELF, trusting that you are doing the very best that you can. After all, why would you do anything less for your business?
I KNOW that you’re out there being too hard on yourself and piling on the pressure. It’s time for you to hit pause on your struggles and hit play on this episode, because when you surrender and start trusting yourself, OPPORTUNITIES will find YOU!
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
How shifting your mindset will help your best customers and opportunities find YOU, instead of the other way around!
How healing the relationship with your inner child will actually help you become a stronger business owner
What happens to us when we put too much constant pressure on ourselves — and why letting go is more productive than hustling
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In this insightful episode REWIND with Hailey Patry, we explore how understanding and applying love languages can boost your business success.
Hailey shares practical ways to personalize client interactions and improve workplace dynamics by leveraging love languages.
Whether you're a business owner, team leader, or entrepreneur, this episode provides actionable tips to enhance your relationships and make others feel valued.
Episode Highlights:
Broaden Your Impact: Learn the importance of understanding love languages in all your interpersonal relationships, including family, friends, and colleagues.
Workplace Harmony: Discover how knowing the love languages of your team can improve communication and foster a positive work environment.
Client Connection: Gain practical tips on personalizing client interactions based on their love languages to make them feel appreciated and valued.
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“The decline you may be experiencing right now in your business has nothing to do with your skillset… it’s not that people don’t see the value in what you offer.”
- CJ
Times are tough… but you are tougher! 2022 has brought us new levels of inflation and some very difficult decisions to make. But even as business may be slowing at this time, you have to power to make changes, pivot, or push your way through the tough times. You are RESILIENT — after all, you made it through 2020.
The changes in the economy may have led you to lose some clients (I’ll be honest here, this has happened to me too) and you may be starting to feel discouraged. But the state of the economy doesn’t reflect your worth. Your skillset is every bit as valuable as it was before, you just need to take a step back, reevaluate, and make some shifts to the way you run your business.
In this episode, I share not only the four questions you NEED to ask yourself whenever your business begins to slow down, but I share my OWN struggles with the challenges of 2022.
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
How to figure out whether you’ve placed yourself and your side-biz in a box — and how to get back out of it
What you need to work out in order to pivot in a way that keeps your side-biz RELEVANT
How to expand your business and create new revenue streams during slow periods
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“Boundaries are limitations… and if you don’t limit certain people, and the access they have to you, then lines get blurred and it makes those relationships very difficult.”
- CJ
This is a very important episode about a topic that every entrepreneur ( and every woman) needs to master. That’s right, we need to talk about BOUNDARIES. Even though boundaries are incredibly important, we often struggle with setting them up and MAINTAINING them. Boundaries can come with a lot of guilt, especially for women!
But as an entrepreneur or someone with a side biz, it is ESSENTIAL that you communicate them… and remain firm.
What does it look like when you’re running a business without boundaries? It looks like clients calling you up at 9 pm. It looks like customers with demands that make no sense and leave you scrambling to keep them happy. It’s a whole lot of unnecessary stress that you wouldn’t be dealing with — if only you set boundaries and stuck by them!
In this episode, I share three important things to keep in mind when setting your boundaries. And remember, the harder a boundary is to set, the more necessary it is!
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
How to determine the Who & Why of your boundary — and what it will do to improve or protect your wellbeing
How necessary boundaries will actually benefit BOTH sides (yes, including the person being limited!)
Examples of ways to communicate and enforce biz boundaries with customers and clients
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“Take a moment to step back and think: what is my life experience? What are my strengths? And how might that be different from other people in this market? When you can articulate what that is, then you create this niche for yourself.”
- Jennifer Chapman
Do you ever feel intimidated by the idea of stepping into a leadership role, speaking in public, or even just taking big and bold steps in your biz? If you answered YES then get ready, because in this episode you’re going to learn the secret to developing Assertiveness and Confidence!
My guest Jennifer Chapman is a leadership coach with over a decade of experience. Before being introduced to leadership coaches through her former corporate job, Jennifer hadn’t even known that leadership coaching existed… but as she learned about their work, she LIT UP inside.
Now, she helps leaders and managers of all kinds THRIVE in their roles and lead their own teams to greatness!
Whether or not you’ve started building your own team, you won’t want to miss the tips that Jennifer shares in this episode! We talk about everything from:
How Jennifer leveraged her 9to5 to develop the skills that she needed to become a full-time leadership coach
How Jennifer’s corporate experience has given her an advantage in her new field — and how to identify your own strengths
Jennifer’s best tips for becoming more confident and assertive, in or out of your 9to5!
Highlights:
00:55 Intro
01:20 Meet Jennifer Chapman
02:49 From Employee to Entrepreneur
05:27 9-month program story
06:11 What set Jennifer above the rest
08:35 Identify your unique strengths & value
09:28 How does coaching help leaders?
13:10 Assertiveness tips
15:32 Assertiveness & sales
16:38 Confidence mindset & proposal story
21:01 Know your priorities
23:18 Boundaries
26:35 T
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“You need to put yourself first — that is ultimately what it comes down to.”
- CJ
This episode is designed to help you feel inspired, validated, and reassured on your entrepreneurial journey!
If you’re on the verge of leaving your 9to5 and turning your side biz into your full-time (or even just starting to think about it), then you may be dealing with a little bit of guilt. Maybe your job has given you valuable training opportunities or you’ve been promoted. Maybe your coworkers or managers heavily rely on your skills. You may feel like quitting your job is a type of abandonment… even if being there makes you feel miserable!
There are a few very good reasons why your guilt is misplaced — and why you should NEVER let corporate loyalty hold you back from following your dreams.
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
Why you should NEVER feel guilty about leaving a corporate job, no matter how many opportunities they give you
Why the guilt can secretly be a good thing — and what feeling that guilt REALLY means
How to know when it’s time to move on (even when you’re getting promoted)
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“I think it’s important to A) allow your dreams to evolve and B) understand that you can give yourself grace and you can also experiment.”
- Pauleanna Reid
We all want to make a living working our Dream Job… but what do you do when your dream job doesn’t exist yet?
In this episode, I talk to a From Bustle to Boss success story! Pauleanna Reid is a journalist and the founder and CEO of WritersBlok, a ghostwriting agency that helps creative thinkers develop their voices and decode their ideas so that when they speak up, they SHAKE the room!
Pauleanna is definitely a MEANTrepreneur, not a WANTrepreneur. In order to become a boss, Pauleanna first needed to define her dream job… and when she found out it didn’t exist yet, she built it herself.
As Pauleanna says, Success leaves clues… and if you’re not paying attention, you’re going to miss your moment! Press play now to hear our entire conversation — we talk about it all, including:
How Pauleanna stayed true to her values even while still working in the corporate world
Pauleanna’s first steps for successfully bringing her Dream Job into reality
What helped Pauleanna overcome her biggest obstacles and employee mindset while building up her business
You won’t want to miss it!
Highlights:
00:55 Intro
01:22 Meet Pauleanna Reid
02:40 The early days
03:39 Make space to grow
04:24 Maintaining values in a 9to5
05:56 “False starts”
08:10 How Pauleanna created her Dream Job
11:14 Overcoming obstacles
13:24 Employee mindset
16:15 Leadership skills
17:53 Finding the right support
21:35 What is coming up?
22:46 Nugget of wisdom
23:28 Outro
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About Guest: Pauleanna Reid is a journalist and the founder and CEO of ghostwriting agency WritersBlok. As a celebrity ghostwriter, she helps high-profile leaders and doers turn their personal s
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“I remember feeling like I was being placed in a box every time I walked into work… if you feel like you don’t belong, the clue is that you DON’T.”
- CJ
Do you have what it takes to become a good Entrepreneur?
While many people have some interesting business ideas, not everyone was made to become a successful entrepreneur. In truth, there are many, many more WANTrepeneurs out there than MEANTrepreneurs — so, how do you know whether you’re meant for this path?
In this episode, I share the 4 clues that will reveal whether you have what it takes to successfully go from Employee to Entrepreneur!
If you’re in a 9to5 setting and are thinking of taking the plunge, or you’re currently working on building up your side biz, you’ll definitely want to listen to this episode!
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
How your skills as an employee can carry over into your new life as your own boss
The traits that tell you whether you will be a good leader when building your OWN team
How to recognize when you’re purposefully or subconsciously building up your entrepreneurial skillset BEFORE you leave your 9to5
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“ALIGNMENT, to me, brings to mind harmony, support… one thing complementing the other. It makes me think of my values.”
- CJ
In this episode, I want to talk about one of the biggest myths circulating in the entrepreneurial world.
As busy entrepreneurs, we all DESERVE some rest and relaxation, but somehow we still wind up struggling to get everything done so that we can actually schedule time off…
…in other words, we are all trying to find Balance!
The truth is that there is really no such thing as balance. Life will never, ever run out of curveballs, which means that there is no way to remain in a static state of balance. Every time you think that you’ve found balance, what happens? That’s right, the pendulum swings and you’re thrown off-kilter again! Plus, what looks like “balance” to one entrepreneur won’t work for another. We all have different needs when it comes to our time.
Balance is a myth. What you should really be trying to find is ALIGNMENT.
Finding alignment in your life can help you to reach your most desirable results personally and professionally, whatever that looks like for you! You can think of alignment as creating a line between where you are now and where you want to be — press play now and get ready to start mapping out your path!
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
The major differences between finding Balance and finding Alignment
How the language we use can start to shift our mindsets
The questions you should be asking yourself in order to find alignment
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“Just because you have a name and logo out there, that doesn’t mean you own it. You actually have to trademark it in order to own it.”
- Cynthia Mason
Are your business name and logo unprotected right now? While you may have put a lot of work into coming up with the perfect branding for your side biz, you’re leaving it at risk if you haven’t gone through the trademark process. If someone tries to steal your branding and confuse your potential customers, you might be in for an expensive fight!
Even if you’re still at your 9to5 and your business is on the side, you should be taking steps to LEGALLY protect your biz.
That’s why this episode’s guest says that it’s NEVER too early to trademark your name and logo! I’m talking to Cynthia Mason, a Canadian lawyer and Trademark Agent who specializes in helping businesses protect their most valuable business assets — their trademarks.
Tune in to hear exactly why you want to trademark your biz assets right now… and how messy things can get if you’re left unprotected!
We talk about everything, including:
What does it mean to trademark something — and what you can and should be trademarking in your biz
How to research trademarked names, whether they’re currently in use or not
The types of names that you CANNOT trademark in Canada
Highlights:
00:55 Intro
01:21 Meet Cynthia Mason
03:00 What is a trademark?
04:24 When you should trademark
07:20 How to research trademarks
09:29 What can happen if you don’t trademark
14:21 What you can’t trademark
16:51 Canadian government processes
18:31 Intellectual property
20:42 Follow Cynthia
21:31 Markably.ca
23:14 Takeaway
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“No matter how hard it is or how long it takes, I am meant to do this. Because the universe conspired to get me here.”
- CJ
In this episode, I welcome you In My Business again! In my monthly In My Business episodes, I share my personal journey and experience of becoming an entrepreneur — even the icky, challenging side of things. (Because running a business isn’t all sunshine and roses, as we all know!)
This is an episode for MEANTrepreneurs™, not WANTrepreneurs. It focuses on the period just before I took my side biz to centre stage — before I stepped into my power as a coach and entrepreneur.
I want to tell you about how I manifested my own layoff in 2015.
While being laid off may not seem like a happy day for most people, it’s something that I spent six months energetically manifesting… and it was the start of the next great chapter of my life!
If you’re ready to start the next chapter in yours, and want some tips on how to make things happen, listen now!
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
How I put the energy out into the universe that eventually led to my big shift
How I started to gather the tools that I’d need even before my layoff happened
What I did during the layoff process — and how I surprised the HR team in more ways than one!
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Is your emotional attachment to your side biz holding it back from growth?
When you decide to take the first steps toward following your dream and building something of your own, it’s only natural to feel emotional about it. After all, your biz is your baby! But when it comes to building a successful business, it’s all about STRATEGY, not pride or fear.
If your emotions are getting in the way of your strategy, then you have a problem — and it’s a problem that can keep your business from growing.
You can’t make objective decisions about your business if you are TOO CLOSE to it. If you want to scale successfully, you need to let go of the emotions that stop you from seeking out other people’s opinions, accepting their feedback… or even trusting them to take control of parts of your biz.
Yes, your business is still your baby, but it takes a village to grow it!
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
Why you need to find trusted sources of feedback, rather than being your own only resource
Why you need to shift into a CEO mindset, rather than an employee mindset
That you’re far less isolated than you think — and how you can benefit from finding your people!
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In this insightful episode I sit down with Amelia Badua, founder of FearlessHER™, to discuss the unspoken realities of transitioning from a 9-to-5 career to becoming a solopreneur.
Amelia shares her journey from working at a biotech startup to launching her own business, Fearless Her, which empowers women to move from fear into action. We dive into the challenges of leaving a stable career, dealing with imposter syndrome, creating a sustainable schedule, and finding a supportive community.
Tune in to hear how Amelia and I navigated our entrepreneurial paths, the importance of courage, and the myths around entrepreneurship that drive us crazy.
Chapters:
Introduction to Amelia Badua (00:00)
Amelia’s Journey: From Biotech to Solopreneur (02:15)
The Reality of Leaving a 9-to-5 (07:30)
Creating Your Own Schedule and Accountability (11:45)
Finding Community and Overcoming Loneliness (14:20)
Dealing with Imposter Syndrome and Fear (17:10)
Myths and Realities of Entrepreneurship (20:00)
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Meet Amelia Badua, the heart behind the FearlessHER™ Collective. Amelia's mission is to empower career women to move from fear into action and cultivate an additional service-based income stream for the first time.
Having 2.5x'ed her salary in just four years, she's passionate about helping other women achieve financial success by offering personalized side hustle strategies. Her journey from stay-at-home mom to People Operations Tech leader and entrepreneur gives her firsthand insight into pushing past fear and taking inspired action.
She believes in the power of faith and community and not only manages an online women's group coaching program but also hosts in-person FearlessHER™ Socials curated for collaboration among career women and entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds.
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“I say “side biz” — The word “hustle” gives the impression of having to be constantly on the go or you won’t grow.”
- CJ
If you’re working a 9to5, that means that you’re spending most of your time working on SOMEONE ELSE’s dream. But while building your biz alongside your 9to5 can be complicated, it can also come with some serious benefits, like valuable training or learning opportunities that you can leverage to help you grow your own biz more quickly.
Many, MANY womxn are growing successful side businesses while still working in their 9to5s… but many also feel boxed in by their 9to5s and are tired of feeling like they’re stuck in a cubicle.
So, what will it take to move your side biz to the main stage??
In this episode, I dig into the employee mindset shift you need to make, the importance of finding balance, and how to come up with your 9to5 exit strategy. If you’re tired of the 9to5 grind and want to turn your passion into PROFIT, tune in now!
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
Why referring to your biz as a “side hustle” can take away from the true meaning and value of what you’re building
How finding alignment between your 9to5 and your side biz can help you grow
How to develop your 3D Exit Strategy for saying goodbye to your boss and becoming a boss yourself!
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CJ is always just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You ca
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“A great idea does not easily convert into an empire.”
- CJ
Are you a WANTrepreneur or a MEANTrepreneur™?
If you don’t come up with a business plan, set your goals, commit to consistency, and put in the work, then I’m sorry… you are a WANTrepreneur. If you’re a MEANTrepreneur, then YES — you are on the path that you are meant to be on!
The difference is a matter of mindset AND action.
So, how can you tell what type of entrepreneur you are? By pressing play on this week’s episode! I share the signs to look out for and why you may need to change the way you respond to obstacles.
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
The big, important differences between WANTrepreneurs and MEANTrepreneurs
The questions you need to ask yourself in order to find out which type of entrepreneur you are
Why you need to be able to tell the difference between a Good Idea and a Shiny Object
Have you been thinking about taking the leap from your 9to5 for 2022? Join our mailing list (we never EVER get spammy) and get a FREE Transition Checklist when you click here.
CJ is always just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the Take the Leap Program which is the trusted method for busy corporate womxn with growing side hustles to Confidently leave their full time jobs so they can be their own Boss.
Have a Sparkling Day!
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“There are things that I’m really, really good at. But I always KNEW, deep down, that I wanted to be a coach.”
- CJ
As business owners, we feel like we are the only people who know what it’s like to stumble while trying to build a business — or have trouble even figuring out what TYPE of business to BUILD. But sis, you’re not the only one. Not even close.
Maybe the 9to5ers don’t get it, but many biz owners have travelled those same paths! I’ll tell you right now: I HAVE. This episode is all about me and MY business… and what I’ve learned from my “false starts.”
Like the time I was going to start a not-for-profit.
Or the time I started a skincare line to sell body butters.
Or the lifestyle blog I wrote for YEARS.
Not EVERY idea you come up with will be a fit for your goals, lifestyle, and passion… and that’s okay. Listen now to learn how I narrowed down my business goals and prepped for success BEFORE I left my 9to5!
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
Why I quietly transitioned away from the skincare line I started (even though it was taking off)
What you need to ask yourself BEFORE you decide to go all-in on your side-gig
How to leverage your 9to5 to build up the skills that you need to succeed in your side biz
“If you’re feeling stuck… you’re NOT stuck. You just THINK you are, because you have been conditioned to believe you need a 9to5 to survive.”
- CJ
Do you have the mindset of HAVING a boss? Or BEING a boss? If you’re looking to break free from your employee mindset, then this is the episode for you!
If you’re still working in your 9to5 and think you need it to survive, then you have an employee mindset. We’re conditioned to think that we need the security, predictability, and stability of a steady paycheque — and a boss to give it to us.
If you’re happy with that 9to5 life, more power to you. Many people are happy working their 9to5 alongside their side-biz, and that’s great. But if you’re looking to let go of that employee mindset, step CONFIDENTLY into entrepreneurship, and learn how to take time off WITHOUT guilt — you’ll want to hit play and take some notes!
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
A breakdown of the beliefs and motivations that make up an employee mindset
4 simple tips to help you break free from the employee mindset
How to easily build reflection and side-biz goal-setting into your regular schedule
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“There’s a difference between being good at a hobby and being passionate about something, and running a BUSINESS.”
- CJ
Are you running a side-biz… or do you just have a really expensive hobby?
Maybe you had a great biz idea or took an online course that sparked a new passion, and you tried to turn it into a revenue stream. When you discover something that you’re REALLY good at, it’s only natural you’ll think about turning it into a business.
But many biz ideas are abandoned just as quickly as they’re started.
Why? Because they don’t deliver REAL RESULTS… and there’s a reason for that! Just because you can do something really well, that doesn’t mean you can turn it into a successful business. If you want to make the shift to entrepreneur and turn your side gig into your only gig, you have GOT to have a PLAN!
In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method with CJ, you’ll discover:
The top 3 questions I ask biz owners trying to leave the 9to5 WITHOUT a business plan
What you need to think about if you want to build a successful side-biz that fits into your lifestyle
Exactly what having a proper business plan will help you do!
Also, check out our Links section to learn how YOU can join the The Shine to FIVE™ Movement!
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CJ is always just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the Take the Leap Program which is the trusted method for
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
What do you do when things don’t work out the way you planned? More importantly, how do you learn from that mistake or that failure?
Because when you are able to pull yourself up, dust yourself off and keep going, taking that wisdom with you - that’s where the magic happens.
My guest on the podcast today is Celina Caesar-Chavannes, Entrepreneur, Author & Former elected official - and she has made some mistakes in her life. And she wrote the book to tell about it.
She wants you to know that you can have success after making a lot of mistakes.
And sometimes those mistakes CAN turn into your biggest lessons, but only if you let them.
In this episode of the Shine to FIVE Method with CJ we are talking all about:
How to know if you have what it takes to succeed at entrepreneurship
Learning to pause when you fail to find the lesson you need to learn and how that process can change everything
How you can get the support you need to succeed as an entrepreneur
And never forget, that YOU as an ordinary person doing ordinary things have the power to change the world. ----------------------------------------------------
Celina Caesar-Chavannes is a business consultant, coach and international speaker. She currently serves as the Sr. Advisor, EDI Initiatives and Adjunct Lecturer at Queen’s University and her memoir, “Can you hear me now?” was published by Penguin Random House Canada onFebruary 02, 2021. She was the former Member of Parliament for Whitby, Parliamentary Secretary to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Parliamentary Secretary for International Development. During her term as a Member of Parliament, Celina was awarded: • Champion of Mental Health Parliamentarian Award by the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health • Ontario Black History Society, Daniel G. Hill Award for Community Services (2017) • Black Parliamentarian of the Year • Featured in the
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Affirmations have been a POWERFUL tool in CJ's business.
They have worked for her on her hardest of days to go and give herself that pep talk in the mirror - it changes the GAME.
In this episode you will learn how to find the right affirmations for you so you can tap into your belief and get to where you want by using the power of affirmations.
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Have a Sparkling Day!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
Introducing a NEW segment! From Bustle to Boss highlights success stories of womxn of colour who have made the transition from employee to Entrepreneur.
Chances are you are feeling kind of over your 9to5, you have a great idea for a side hustle and it’s all you can think about while you count down the hours until you can log-off for the day.
While it can feel like your day job is holding you back, there is actually a lot you can take away from it while you grow your business.
In fact, Monique says that your employee mentality and attitude will affect your side hustle and the type of boss you are in your business - that’s why it is so important to shift your view of your job and work on seeing how you can leverage it instead.
If you want to learn more about how you can leverage your 9to5 to help you grow your business so you can happily leave, then you need to listen to today’s episode.
I had an amazing conversation with Monique about how she was able to learn and use her job as a jumping point into starting and growing a successful business.
We talk about everything from:
How watching the processes and marketing at her job helped her learn what she needed to do in her business
How she was able to use her former bosses as her biggest source of referrals for clients when she was starting out at her business
Why there is no perfect time to quit and some things you can do to make it easier and plan to leave
--- Dr. Monique J. Caruth, DPT is the CEO and President of Caruth Staffing Agency P.C. She is a three-time graduate of Howard University in Washington D.C. and currently serves as secretary of the Academy of Home Health of the American Physical Therapy Association and also is the e secretary for the Maryland APTA. She practices as a physical therapist in Maryland in homes of patients or wherever they call home.
Monique is also a co-host of @thealexandmo #imaptpodcast where
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When you are juggling your side-biz with your main gig, finding the time, the energy and figuring out WHAT you actually need to work on that day can be a challenge. There are so many demands on your time and things that need to get done, it’s easy to get burnt out trying to do it all. In this episode, CJ is laying down 7 easy steps you can take to feel like you are actually making progress in your business while still being able to enjoy your life.
You will learn how to:
Prioritize the most important task to move your business forward
Schedule your time so you don’t burn out and have energy and focus to get stuff down
Dedicate consistent time to work on your biz because little steps every day is what will get you to your goals
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Have you been thinking about taking the leap from your 9to5 for 2022? Join our mailing list (we never EVER get spammy) and get a FREE Transition Checklist when you click here.
CJ is always just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the Take the Leap Program which is the trusted method for busy corporate womxn with growing side hustles to Confidently leave their full time jobs so they can be their own Boss.
Have a Sparkling Day!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
Do you know when you are most productive? Find out how you can use that productivity window to effectively manage your time and grow your business.
CJ breaks down how you can use this productive zone to effectively manage your time and work to grow your business. You will learn how to prioritize tasks, time block to get more done and even how to cross those dreaded, dragging your feet to do them, tasks off your list.
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Have you been thinking about taking the leap from your 9to5 for 2022? Join our mailing list (we never EVER get spammy) and get a FREE Transition Checklist when you click here.
CJ is always just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the Take the Leap Program which is the trusted method for busy corporate womxn with growing side hustles to Confidently leave their full time jobs so they can be their own Boss.
Have a Sparkling Day!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
If you have been wanting to be more inclusive in your marketing and to start standing up for equity and the things you believe in but aren’t sure where to start, then you need to tune in to today’s episode of the Shine to FIVE podcast with CJ.
I am so excited to be talking to podcast royalty (!) - Susan Diaz, Founder & CEO of c+p digital, Cohost of @the4amreport! We are opening up the conversation about inclusion - how to effectively use inclusive language in your marketing, why you should never call yourself an ally, and how we all have our own part to play in creating change.
I loved this conversation with Susan so much and I know you will too. In this episode you will discover:
What inclusive language actually means and how it goes beyond race.
Why we need to stop making inclusion a loaded conversation and start approaching it with more grace.
Simple, practical tips to start displaying the principals of allyship.
How you can start to uncover your unique way to connect with the problem and start making real change.
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Have you been thinking about taking the leap from your 9to5 for 2022? Join our mailing list (we never EVER get spammy) and get a FREE Transition Checklist when you click here.
CJ is always just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the Take the Leap Program which is the trusted method for busy corporate womxn with growing side hustles to Confidently leave their full time jobs so they can be their own Boss.
Have a Sparkling Day!
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Part of Entrepreneurship is taking risks and trying new things - and Imma be real with you - they aren’t all going to work out. Personally, I have felt like a failure many times.
The important thing is how you handle your so-called ‘failure’ and what you are able to take away from it.
In today’s episode of the SHINE to Five Method with CJ, I am sharing with you about a big idea I had that flopped - how I pretended it didn’t even happen for years - and what I was able to take away from it and how it as a stepping stone to something bigger and better that makes more sense for me and my business.
Even though I felt like a bit of a failure at the time it was definitely NOT a failure.
Maybe you are struggling right now too - maybe your idea flopped or you aren’t getting the traction in your business you want. YOU are definitely NOT a failure. Look at what you can learn from the experience, try and see what it is trying to tell you and how you can shift to try something else.
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Have you been thinking about taking the leap from your 9to5 for 2022? Join our mailing list (we never EVER get spammy) and get a FREE Transition Checklist when you click here.
CJ is always just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the Take the Leap Program which is the trusted method for busy corporate womxn with growing side hustles to Confidently leave their full time jobs so they can be their own Boss.
Have a Sparkling Day!
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Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________
If you are running your side biz with the intention of growing it and want to see that turn into your meain gig that means you want to see consistent results and generate consistent income - and you can’t do that dabbling here and there when it suits you. Or going hardcore for a week or month and then fizzling out and dropping off the radar for a month or two.
When it comes to growing your business, consistency is key!
Today on the podcast, CJ is simplifying the process for you so you don't get overwhelmed and stay excited about what you are doing in your business.
You will learn 3 tips for how you can start creating consistency in your business so you can turn it into your main gig - because when you walk away from your 9to5 you want to feel financially secure.
These three things are some of the top areas CJ's clients struggle with and where they feel stuck and helps them work through so they can feel like they are actually creating the life they have been dreaming of and not just buried under non-stop work.
In this episode, you will discover how to:
Set goals that will help you move the needles in your business forward
Create balance between your life and business - no burnout or overwhelm here
Use your physical environment to help you be consistent
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Have you been thinking about taking the leap from your 9to5 for 2022? Join our mailing list (we never EVER get spammy) and get a FREE Transition Checklist when you click here.
CJ is always just a click away if you'd like to chat privately (for only 15 mins) about the next steps in your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the Take the Leap Program which is the trusted method for busy corporate womxn with growing side hustles to Confidently leave their full time jobs so they can be their own Boss.
Have a Sparkling Day!
__________
Crush Goals, Master Time & Stay Consistent with the Side Hustler's Quarterly Guide!
It's the ultimate resource designed to simplify your business planning on a quarterly basis.
Discover a guide that's dedicated to helping you set rock-solid goals, improve time management, and maintain consistency in your side hustle.
Let's turn your aspirations into accomplishments, together! Click here to grab your copy TODAY! _________