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    Strategy

    How To Sell With Confidence And No Sleazy Feeling

    November 28, 2025 / No Comments

    Let’s be honest the word “sales” can leave a bad taste in your mouth. It conjures images of pushy tactics, empty promises, and that icky, sleazy feeling we all want to avoid, especially if you are building a business rooted in purpose and faith. What if we told you that selling does not have to be that way? What if it could actually feel like a natural, confident, and even generous extension of the work you are already doing? The secret is to stop thinking about sales as a standalone action. Instead, see it as the final step in a trusted relationship you have already built. Let us break down…

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    How To Know If A Course Is Worth The Investment

    September 11, 2026
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    How To Find Clarity In Business And Build What Fits You

    October 30, 2025
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    Get Unstuck: Your Free Action Plan Framework

    January 16, 2026
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    Strategy

    009: Choosing the Right Experts, Coaches, & Consultants (Who Get You and Your Business)

    November 26, 2025 / No Comments

    If you’ve ever wondered whether a coach or consultant is really worth it – or felt scared of wasting money – you’re not alone.  In this episode, Laurie and Becky talk about how the right kind of help can completely change your business (and your confidence). Together, they’ll unpack how to find experts who actually get you – your values, your voice, and your vision – so your investments move you forward with more clarity and peace. Listen in to hear: Links Mentioned: Get Your Free Action Guide: The Alignment Map For Coaches & Consultants Join the Smart Soulful Business Facebook Community: www.smartbusiness.thrivecart.com/soulful-strategy-community Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts If you love the Smart…

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    008: What’s Worth It – The Best and Worst Money We’ve Spent as Entrepreneurs (and How to Choose Better)

    November 19, 2025
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    047: Your Great Idea Won’t Be Your Last (Or Even Your Best)

    August 26, 2026
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    026: Why So Many Smart Women Avoid Email (Even When They Know They Need It)

    March 25, 2026
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    Strategy

    Why A Small Loyal Community Beats A Big Audience

    November 21, 2025 / No Comments

    We have this conversation all the time about how to build a business that truly matters, one that supports your life and feels grounded in your faith without all the overwhelm. If you’ve ever looked at your follower count and felt a pang of disappointment, we get it. It’s easy to believe the lie that bigger is always better.  But we want to speak a powerful truth over you today: a small, loyal community will always, always outperform a big, passive audience. And the reason for that comes down to one simple shift in thinking. Community is Where Strangers Become Friends To understand this shift, it helps to look at…

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    How To Find Clarity In Business And Build What Fits You

    October 30, 2025
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    Faith Rhythms That Keep Your Business Healthy & Sustainable

    October 31, 2025
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    The 3C Framework For A Profitable Purposeful Business

    December 5, 2025
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    008: What’s Worth It – The Best and Worst Money We’ve Spent as Entrepreneurs (and How to Choose Better)

    November 19, 2025 / No Comments

    Every entrepreneur faces that tension between playing it safe and stepping into growth.  In this episode, we share the best and worst money we’ve ever spent — from big wins to expensive lessons — and what helped us start spending with more confidence and less guilt.  You’ll walk away seeing every dollar you spend (or save) as part of your leadership, not a test of your worth. Listen in to hear: Links Mentioned: Get Your Free Action Guide: A Smart Spending Check-In Join the Smart Soulful Business Facebook Community: www.smartbusiness.thrivecart.com/soulful-strategy-community Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts If you love the Smart Soulful Business Podcast, please consider rating and reviewing the show! This helps us…

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    Strategic Rest & Seasonal Planning For Business Owners

    August 7, 2026
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    How One Small Change Can Move Your Business Forward

    October 30, 2025
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    034: What Do You Actually Need to Start a Podcast? (And What You Don’t) | Starting a Podcast, Part 4

    May 20, 2026
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    Strategy

    5-Step Blueprint To Create Content Without The Pressure

    November 14, 2025 / No Comments

    Does hitting “publish” make your stomach drop? Maybe you stare at that blank screen, convinced you have nothing valuable to say. If that sounds familiar, take a deep breath. You are not alone, and more importantly, you are not stuck here. We remember when every piece of content felt like it had to be our final masterpiece. We would pour all our wisdom into one post and hold our breath waiting for the response. It was exhausting, and honestly, it just wasn’t sustainable. But here’s the beautiful truth. Creating content doesn’t have to feel that way. It can actually feel peaceful and purposeful, and yes, even fun. Let us walk…

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    004: How to Build a Business Without Burnout (Faith + Strategy That Works)

    October 22, 2025
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    Get Unstuck: Your Free Action Plan Framework

    January 16, 2026
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    036: What If No One Listens? | Starting a Podcast, Part 6

    June 3, 2026
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    007: You’re the Boss of Your Time: Breaks, Sabbaths & Seasons That Work for You & Your Business

    November 12, 2025 / No Comments

    We built our businesses for freedom—but it’s easy to forget we’re the ones who get to choose what that looks like. In this episode, we’re talking about building breaks and sabbaths into real life—like how Becky planned her postpartum time off and how Laurie gave her team December off last year. Together, we’re unpacking how rest can be strategic, time can be led with wisdom, and seasons can actually serve the life we’re building. Here’s what we’re covering: Links Mentioned: Get Your Free Action Guide: A Smart Soulful Rhythm Reset Planner Join the Smart Soulful Business Facebook Community: www.smartbusiness.thrivecart.com/soulful-strategy-community Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts If you love the Smart…

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    Finding Community And Accountability As A Christian Entrepreneur

    March 27, 2026
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    Breaking Free From The 9‑To‑5 Mindset For Rest

    July 24, 2026
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    How To Give Yourself Real Permission To Rest

    July 17, 2026
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    Strategy

    Stop Overthinking And Build A Business You Love

    November 7, 2025 / No Comments

    If you have ever sat at your desk with a notebook full of ideas but no clear step forward, you know how heavy overthinking can feel. Many of us as Christian women get caught in the swirl of “shoulds.” We think we need to copy someone else’s business model, follow every expert’s advice, or get everything perfect before we begin. But overthinking does more than delay action. It steals your energy, creates unnecessary guilt, and holds back the very work God has called you to do. What you really need is a way to move forward with clarity, courage, and small steps that actually fit your life. That is why…

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    Stop Working Like Your Capacity Never Changes

    June 12, 2026
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    010: Do You Really Need SEO? How to Know When It Matters (and When It Doesn’t)

    December 3, 2025
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    How To Use Emotional Intelligence To Plan Your Time

    June 26, 2026
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    Foundation

    006: The Biggest Mistakes We See New Entrepreneurs Make (and How to Avoid Them)

    November 5, 2025 / No Comments

    Running a business doesn’t have to mean constant hustle, overwhelm, or insecurity.  In this episode, we’re sharing the biggest mistakes we’ve seen women make at every stage, including a few we’ve learned the hard way – things that waste time, drain energy, or pull us away from what really matters.  We’ll talk about how to work with focus, build healthy rhythms, and create a business that fits your real life. We’ll cover: Links Mentioned: Get Your Free Action Guide: The Top 5 Mistakes Checklist Join the Smart Soulful Business Facebook Community: www.smartbusiness.thrivecart.com/soulful-strategy-community Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts If you love the Smart Soulful Business Podcast, please consider rating and reviewing…

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    How To Choose Platforms That Fit Your Business

    September 4, 2026
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    Stop Overthinking And Build A Business You Love

    November 7, 2025
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    041: The Future of Business Isn’t More Content. It’s More Connection.

    July 8, 2026

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