Life Goals In Progress

161. Should You Build in Public or Go After Your Goals In Private?

In this episode, Nina and I are getting into the "Public vs. Private" debate when it comes to goal setting. We've all seen the quotes on Pinterest about "grinding in silence," but we've also seen the massive success of the "build in public" movement. So, which one is actually better for your sanity—and your success? We're talking about the "fear of being perceived," how to handle the "haters" (and the inner critic), and why you don't owe anyone a front-row seat to your journey before you're ready. If you've ever felt like your goals were too "soft" or "tender" to share with the internet, this conversation is for you. In this episode, we cover: The "Hater" Instinct: Why our first thought about sharing is often tied to judgment or jealousy. Protecting the Process: Why keeping a project to yourself for the first few months might be the best thing for your confidence. The Build-in-Public Pressure: Why "showing the messy middle" is popular right now, and why it's okay to opt out. The "Safe Outlets" Alternative: Finding the middle ground between a private diary and a public Instagram post. Discernment over "Shoulds": How to decide which goals need a community and which need a cocoon. Find us: Marketing Agency: lifegoalsmarketing.com Content Hub: lifegoalsmag.com Instagram: @itscoleylane @itsninasoon @lifegoalsmag

160. How to Sell Without Social Media

If you're feeling exhausted from juggling social media, this is for you. In this episode, I'm getting real about the "social media burnout" we've all felt. We're so used to Instagram and TikTok being our business lifelines, but what happens when you want to put the phone down? I'm sharing how I built a business and sold hundreds of courses without ever making Instagram my main priority. It's about moving away from being the "product" and moving toward being the "solution" people are actually searching for. If you've been looking for permission to stop scrolling and start scaling through SEO, Pinterest, and intentional email funnels, this one is for you. Let's talk about how to build a business that feels like a cozy, well-oiled machine rather than a 24/7 stage performance. In this episode, we cover: Why relying solely on free social platforms is a risky "pay to play" trap How a simple Pinterest-to-blog funnel drove course sales while I was offline The reason being "searchable" on Google is a total game-changer for your sanity How to bridge the gap between "old school" blogging and modern tools like ManyChat Creating an evergreen sales system that doesn't require you to be "on" all the time Find us: Marketing Agency: lifegoalsmarketing.com Content Hub: lifegoalsmag.com Free Training: The Cozy Girls Guide to Pinterest (Private Audio Podcast) Instagram: @itscoleylane @lifegoalsmag

159. Identity Shedding: Learning to Let Go of The Story You're Telling Yourself

Are you feeling the pressure to have a "brand new you" this year, but you're still stuck in the same old skin? In this episode, Coley and Nina peel back the layers on the stories we tell ourselves. We're moving past the "New Year, New Me" clichés and getting into the messy reality of identity shifts. From the dance between masculine and feminine energies to the exhausting weight of people-pleasing, we ask the hard questions: Why do we feel the need to be understood by everyone? Is it okay to be the "sidekick" in a world obsessed with main characters? And how do we keep "breaking through" when the world keeps trying to make us small? If you've ever felt like you're "too much" and "not enough" at the same time, this honest, unpolished check-in is for you. We're embracing the cocoons, the hibernation, and the beautiful, inevitable evolution of who we're becoming. In this episode, we cover: Why "over-explaining" is the enemy of self-trust. The difference between "settling" and finding your natural gift as a supporter. How to handle the fear of adding more "noise" to the world. The 2026 vibe: Expansive energy and owning the room. Find us: Marketing Agency: lifegoalsmarketing.com Content Hub: lifegoalsmag.com Instagram: @itscoleylane @itsninasoon @lifegoalsmag

158. A Cutie Little Chit Chat Episode

I'm newly engaged, and catching you up on what I've been doing lately! Just a short little catch up episode for ya! Find us: Marketing Agency: lifegoalsmarketing.com Content Hub: lifegoalsmag.com Instagram: @itscoleylane @itsninasoon @lifegoalsmag

157. It's Okay If the New Year Isn't Hitting Yet

The new year reset might not be resetting yet and that is okay. We reflect on January expectations, creative ruts, habit shifts, and why new beginnings often look way less polished than we imagine. An imperfect, honest check-in on starting the year without having it all figured out. Find us: Marketing Agency: lifegoalsmarketing.com Content Hub: lifegoalsmag.com Instagram: @itscoleylane @itsninasoon @lifegoalsmag