Coach Business

209: It's now or never, let's be in this together

Hello Pod-Fam!The time is now. Enrollment closes October 6th when I go to bed, so just get on in here now!$497 to join and finish your year strong.Get all of my behind-the-scenes takes and transparent shares on exactly what I ask you to do as part of the work inside Comfortable In Business.Let's go!Quick recapCaryn announced the sunset of her Comfortable In Business membership for coaches and introduced a new 3-month coaching program featuring live calls and workshops at an affordable price point. She emphasized the importance of developing unique business approaches and shared her personal experiences to help participants grow their businesses. Caryn highlighted the program's benefits and encouraged coaches without business coaches to join before the October 6th deadline, directing interested parties to the registration link in her Instagram bio.

208: Systems Over Stress with Ashley Rose

In this episode, automations and Airtable expert Ashley Rose and I dive into the concept of prioritizing systems over stress in your business. Rather than pushing harder or doing more, the goal is to build systems that support your business and life. We discuss:- How systems reduce stress- Starting where it feels heavy- Avoiding the “it only takes a few minutes” trap- Reverse engineering your systems (from the results you promise in your offer)- Letting the data guide youJoin us for some great takeaways that will save you time AND help you scale!-----** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button, share it with a friend, like and/or leave a comment. I appreciate each one! **Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/4Ay6HQMBI14-----Ashley Rose is an automations and Airtable expert, who has helped hundreds of coaches move off of spreadsheets and into streamlined & automated systems. As a neurodivergent business owner, she knows the power of systems to scale your group program & business on part-time hours, without sacrificing client experience or burning out. Her 12 month systems support container, Systems Over Stress, helps online coaches build client management Airtable systems that reduce overwhelm, save hours of admin time and team cost, and improve their client experience as they scale.Learn more/connect with Ashley at systemsoverstress.co.You can also find her on Instagram and YouTube.-----To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans…Sign up for my weekly newsletter, The Playbook: ⁠⁠https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25⁠⁠Connect with me on social: I’m ⁠@caryngillen⁠ in all the placesOr schedule a free Coffee & Clarity Chat.I have lots of different options (and price points) for how I can support you.If you think I’m the coach for you, you’re probably right! Message me to connect, and we can figure out together where you fit.

207: Values-Based Personal Wealth Management with Anna N'Jie Konte

In this episode, award-winning financial advisor Anna N'Jie Konte talks to us about values-based personal wealth management and how to manage your money in a way that aligns with your values.Key takeaways:- Do the unsexy work to figure out YOUR numbers- You can make it fun and do the hard thing with a whole bunch of soft supports- Set personal goals that align with your values (the lifestyle you want to lead and what you want to build or leave behind)- You should hire a wealth advisor when you reach a new level of complexity, or you have less time (i.e. the sandwich generation)- The ultimate life hack for women is to be a lot stiller/quieter, tune into ourselves/our intuition, and ask what we really want FIRST, before we ask for other people's opinionsYour homework:What is the role you want money to play in your life?What value/experiences do you want it to bring?What things do you want to invest in/support?What do you want to be remembered for?And a bonus: Be a little bit disagreeable every day. Listen in to find out why!-----** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button, share it with a friend, like and/or leave a comment. I appreciate each one! **Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/pIIIhuBQhR8-----As a first-generation American and award-winning financial advisor, Anna has walked the path from financial uncertainty to empowerment. Growing up, she watched the strong women in her family live lives dictated by their bank balances. This fueled her passion to create a different story – not just for herself, but for women like you.At Poder Wealth Advisors we guide impact-driven investors from uncertainty to confident using tailored strategies to grow your wealth, leave a legacy, and experience joy without guilt – empowering you to transform your financial future.Learn more or connect with us at poderwealth.com.-----To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans…Sign up for my weekly newsletter, The Playbook: ⁠⁠https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25⁠⁠Connect with me on social: I’m ⁠@caryngillen⁠ in all the placesOr schedule a free Coffee & Clarity Chat.I have lots of different options (and price points) for how I can support you.If you think I’m the coach for you, you’re probably right! Message me to connect, and we can figure out together where you fit.

206: What If You're Not Being Lazy?

"Sometimes what we're labeling as 'lazy' is actually misalignment."In today's episode, we talk about: - Time management and productivity - Your energy - Being in alignment"It takes courage to stop and stand in the not doing..." Our greatest resource is our energy, and how we use it matters.If this struck a chord with you, join me for a Coffee & Clarity Call here: https://clients.caryngillen.com/public/appointment-scheduler/685b4b1643676bc137b0eb97/schedule-----** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button, share it with a friend, like and/or leave a comment. I appreciate each one! **Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/EjXqu_bTjxs-----To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans…Sign up for my weekly newsletter, The Playbook: https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25Or connect with me on social: I’m @caryngillen in all the places

205: Staying Connected - The Power of Community with Linda Sidhu

In this episode of Coach Business, we're talking to expert quiz strategist and community builder Linda Sidhu about staying connected and the power of community in online business.While discussing community and groups is our main focus, this episode is actually a four-part masterclass since we also get into: - Market research and finding the offers that are wanted- Self-trust as a business owner- The power of decisionListen for what we can learn from Starbucks and Spotify, what makes or breaks a community group or membership, and how to balance people being more overwhelmed than ever, while still desperately wanting/needing community.If you're an online business owner or a coach who has a membership or has ever considered one, this is especially for you!And if you want to know your Visibility It-Factor, you can take that quiz here: https://lindasidhu.com/quiz-----** If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to hit that subscribe button, share it with a friend, like and/or leave a comment. I appreciate each one! **Prefer video (with closed captioning)? Head to YouTube: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/4WCnvJi3ZhU-----Linda Sidhu (She/Her) is a brilliant quiz strategist, community builder, superconnector, and captivating public speaker. Her expertise guides entrepreneurs to craft irresistible personality quizzes that attract new subscribers while fostering an engaged community.Her journey began as a pharmaceutical sales professional, where she perfected the art of face-to-face interactions and transformed her success into a highly effective personalized marketing framework. Linda's expertise has earned her recognition in various media outlets, including Forbes. Her insights shine on platforms like Cubicle to CEO, The Go-To Gal Podcast, Art of Online Business, Systems Saved Me, and Coaches on a Mission.Learn more about Linda and The Mixer Mind at https://lindasidhu.com. You can also connect with her on Instagram @iamlindasidhu.-----To learn more about me, Caryn Gillen, and the work that I do with high-integrity coaches and remarkable humans…Sign up for my weekly newsletter, The Playbook: ⁠⁠https://caryngillen.activehosted.com/f/25⁠⁠Connect with me on social: I’m ⁠@caryngillen⁠ in all the placesOr grab this free resource I made just for you, The 20-Minute Niche Cure: ⁠⁠https://caryngillen.lpages.co/niche-cure/⁠⁠I have lots of different options (and price points) for how I can support you.If you think I’m the coach for you, you’re probably right! Message me to connect, and we can figure out together where you fit.