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There have been seasons in my business where I seriously wondered if I should quit. Not because I didn’t love the work, but because the rejection felt personal, the growth felt slow, and my confidence took a hit. In this episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, I’m talking honestly about what it really takes to get out of your own way and keep going as a woman entrepreneur. I share real stories from my own business, including a stretch where I heard “no” over and over again, and the mindset shifts that helped me stay in the game long enough to build the business I have today. In this episode, I talk about: Why growth is always happening Why feeling your feelings is part of building resilience How enthusiasm and energy are created on purpose What it really means to bet on yourself as a CEO If you need encouragement to get out of your own way and keep going, especially during the seasons that feel discouraging, slow, or uncertain, this episode is for you. Timestamps: 00:00 – Why getting out of your own way matters more than ever02:00 – Why business is harder than most people admit04:00 – Growth is our natural state07:00 – How to reflect on a “non-revenue growth” year without spiraling09:30 – Why failure and rejection feel can feel personal14:30 – Learning to feel disappointment instead of avoiding it16:30 – How resilience is actually built18:30 – Creating enthusiasm and energy on purpose21:00 – Why your energy matters more than your strategy23:00 – What it really means to bet on yourself25:30 – Making decisions faster and trusting yourself as CEO27:00 – Encouragement for the year ahead Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

What if the voice you keep doubting is actually the one that knows exactly what to do next? In this episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, I’m joined by my client Frankie Rollins, founder of The Fifth Brain Collective, writer, teacher, and entrepreneur. Frankie helps people trust themselves enough to bring their ideas to life, especially the ones they’ve been sitting on for years. We talk about writing, creativity, entrepreneurship, leadership, and the deep similarities between them. This conversation is for any woman who knows she has something to say, something to build, something to offer… and keeps second-guessing herself anyway. In this episode, Frankie and I talk about: What the Fifth Brain is and why every woman has one How tiny rules and internal narratives keep women stuck The mindset shifts required to create abundance and sustainability What it really means to lead from who you are This is one of those conversations that reminds you that you’re not broken, behind, or missing anything. You already know more than you think. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome and introducing Frankie Rollins02:00 – Why helping people get their writing done matters so deeply04:30 – Everyone has a story and why the world needs all of them06:30 – Frankie’s accidental path into entrepreneurship09:30 – Leaving academia and choosing herself12:00 – Trusting yourself before you know how it will work14:00 – What the Fifth Brain really is17:00 – How tiny rules limit creativity and business growth20:00 – Writing, entrepreneurship, and self trust23:00 – Why permission is not required to create26:00 – Mindset shifts around money and abundance29:00 – Becoming the next version of yourself as a leader32:00 – Leading from your Fifth Brain35:00 – What Frankie is building next38:00 – How to connect with Frankie and The Fifth Brain Collective41:00 – Final thoughts and encouragement Connect with Jenn: 🌐 Website: https://www.frankierollins.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fifth_brain_collective_writing/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/e.frankierollins 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fifthbraincollective 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fifthbraincollective Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

I was sitting at the dinner table with my teenagers the other night, and somehow the conversation shifted to a topic on AI, creativity, and trust. I wasn’t surprised by their opinions on the technology, because they frequently poke fun at me for using it. However, it was moving to hear how deeply they care about what’s real and the importance of actually thinking for themselves. And that got me thinking…. these kids are the next generation of buyers. And honestly, they’re already influencing how trust works in the marketplace. In this episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, I’m sharing my honest perspective on how trust-driven businesses can use AI in their marketing. I teach you: Why trust in business feels harder to build right now Why your wisdom, experience, and voice are still your greatest assets And how to use AI to amplify your voice without replacing it If you’ve been wondering how to use AI without losing connection, credibility, or confidence, this conversation will help you find your footing. Timestamps: 00:00 – A family dinner conversation about AI02:10 – Why my kids are uncomfortable with not knowing what’s real04:40 – These teenagers are future clients and decision makers06:30 – Why trust feels harder to build right now08:15 – What a “trust recession” means for service businesses10:20 – The question I ask before using AI for anything12:40 – Why I refuse to let AI replace my wisdom or intellect15:10 – How I think about AI as an assistant, not a leader17:45 – Where AI helps me save time without losing connection20:30 – How I repurpose content using AI without outsourcing my voice23:15 – What I want you thinking about before you use AI in your business25:00 – Final thoughts on trust, leadership, and staying human Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

Have you ever caught yourself spiraling over your pricing, trying to find the “perfect” marketing strategy, or doubting your value as a business owner? In this episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, I’m talking all about value — one of the most important concepts you need to understand if you want consistent clients and sustainable income. I teach you: The difference between your inherent worth and your business value How value actually turns into revenue What creating more value in your business looks like How to market in a way that builds certainty and trust I guarantee, by the end of this episode, you’ll be well on your way toward your marketing feeling more simple and grounded. Timestamps: 00:00 – Why understanding value changed everything in my business01:30 – The most common question women ask about marketing03:00 – What “value” actually means in business04:10 – The difference between inherent worth and business value05:30 – Why women take marketing results personally07:00 – How value creates the exchange of money09:00 – Why value is fluid and always evolving10:45 – How certainty increases perceived value12:00 – What marketing really is in trust-driven businesses13:45 – How value stacks and leads clients to say yes15:30 – Why obsessing over best-fit clients changes everything17:30 – Real examples of value you can offer consistently19:30 – How to stop guessing and start asking your people21:00 – Invitation to get support clarifying your value Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

My guest & client Jenn Adamson told me, “We can’t create anything sustainable unless we feel safe in our own bodies.” And if you’ve ever tried to grow a business while also battling self-doubt, perfectionism, or a nervous system that feels like it’s on a roller coaster… you know exactly what she means. In this beautiful conversation of the Doing Business Like a Woman podcast, Jenn and I talk about: ✨ What it really means to bet on yourself✨ The link between self-trust and making brave business decisions✨ Why perfection disconnects us from clients, and presence builds trust✨ How Jenn rebuilt her leadership approach after burnout✨ The emotional, spiritual, and practical work behind becoming the woman who can hold big success We also talk about slowing down, creating white space, regulating our nervous systems, feeling alive again, and why investing in coaching is an act of devotion to your future self. This conversation is one I know will stay with you long after you listen. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome & why this conversation is so needed right now01:00 – Introducing Jenn and her extraordinary professional background03:00 – Understanding subconscious beliefs & how they drive our results05:00 – Who Jenn serves today & the evolution of her leadership work07:00 – Burnout, achievement, and the hollow feeling success can bring09:00 – Regulation, safety, and why our bodies tell the truth first11:00 – The dance between ambition, joy, and enjoying the journey14:00 – Vision, becoming “her,” and why creation starts on the inside17:00 – Doing business like a woman: presence, softness, trust21:00 – Why people buy from safety, not perfection24:00 – The nursing story that changed how Jenn leads forever28:00 – Grace, beginner energy & creating psychological safety32:00 – White space: why your business needs you to slow down36:00 – High-impact action vs. busy work39:00 – Celebrating Jenn’s massive growth year43:00 – Courage, emotions & why most women hold themselves back45:00 – What every woman should know about coaching48:00 – How to connect with Jenn & an invitation to reach out Connect with Jenn: 🌐 Website: www.jennadamson.com 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/iamjennadamson 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/iamjennadamson 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/iamjennadamson 🎥 YouTube: youtube.com/@iamjennadamson Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I must be bad at marketing,” because you aren’t getting consistent clients? In this episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, Melissa does a deep dive into the client journey and the best way to market while staying connected to your brilliance. You’ll learn: The real reason your marketing feels hard Why perfection kills connection (every single time) The tangible and intangible steps every client takes before they hire you How a thoughtful client journey creates safety, trust, and consistent revenue If you want marketing to feel natural, collaborative, and not weird, you need a client journey that supports you and your clients. Let this episode be the first step in building yours today. Timestamps: 00:00 — Setting the stage for why your client journey matters.01:00 – Why marketing feels overwhelming03:00 – Why there’s no one “magic marketing strategy”04:00 – Perfection creates disconnection05:00 – Shifting your focus from strategy to the human you’re best suited to serve06:30 – The tangible and intangible parts of a client journey07:30 – Why intentional client journeys help selling feel natural and collaborative09:00 – How I built my own client journey14:00 – Why nurturing the relationship is always the priority16:00 – How to offer a clear next step without overwhelming them17:00 – Why you need to keep it simple18:30 – Entrepreneurship as a series of experiments and how your client journey fits in.19:00 – An invitation to work together on your client journey Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

What if bringing in clients has nothing to do with saying the perfect words, having a flawless elevator pitch, or finding the “right room”? What if the magic is actually in trusting your natural gifts of connection, communication, and service? In this episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, Melissa shares the most important step in any marketing plan: nurturing relationships. You’ll learn: Why relationship always comes before revenue How trust is built through frequent and intentional connection Why women are naturally built for networking The difference between get energy and give energy How to build simple next-step invitations that grow relationships with ease Let this episode be a gentle reminder to lean into your natural gifts. With a bit of support, marketing can be simple, magnetic, and even fun! Timestamps: 00:00 — Melissa’s introduction about a gorgeous fall morning, the northern lights, and setting the tone for nurturing relationships1:30 — The three steps of a simple marketing plan (and the most important one)03:00 — Why embodying your business value makes marketing magnetic04:00 — “I’m doing so much… why am I not getting clients?”05:00 — What if every room is the right room because you are there?06:00 — Trusting yourself: your words, your energy, your value07:00 — Relationship before revenue08:30 — Showing up with intention to connect instead of pressure10:00 — The “trust recession” and today’s longer buy cycle12:00 — Women are natural nurturers, and that’s a business superpower13:00 — Give energy vs get energy in business16:00 — Understanding your client journey and simple next steps18:00 — Zig Ziglar’s wisdom: help them get what they want20:00 — The tomato garden metaphor (nurture until they ripen)23:00 — Practical ways Melissa nurtures in her own business26:00 — How often relationships actually need connection29:00 — Invitation to build your own intentional, simple client journey Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

Do you pour your heart into your business, but find yourself thinking, “Why isn’t this working? What am I missing?” In this episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, Melissa shares one of the most overlooked fundamentals of marketing: consistently bringing new people into your world. You’ll learn how to connect with a bigger audience, create easier sales, and make a wider impact. Melissa shares: What actually creates sales opportunities The “dating energy” that keeps your business breathing Four simple, repeatable ways to bring new people into your orbit Why modern buyers want more presence, energy, and connection By the end of this episode, you’ll be on your way to creating authentic connections without gimmicks or feeling like you need to turn into someone you’re not. You deserve marketing that feels sustainable and that feels like YOU. Timestamps: 00:00 — Welcome & intention for the episode01:00 — Marketing fundamentals that actually matter03:00 — Why your energy is the magic behind every strategy05:00 — The real purpose of marketing is to create sales opportunities06:00 — Melissa’s 3-part marketing system08:00 — Signs you may not be bringing in enough new people10:00 — Why new people create fresh air in your business13:00 — Four simple structures for meeting new people17:00 — How social platforms push your content to new audiences and which content types matter most18:30 — How to get in front of other people’s audiences20:00 — How hosting events can build presence and proximity22:00 — The energy that makes this work being curiosity, generosity, and building trust24:00 — The results of doing this well brings a bigger audience, easier sales, and wider impact26:00 — An invitation for a free strategy consultation and private coaching support Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

Does your marketing feel cluttered, chaotic, or disconnected? In this episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, Melissa walks you through a simple 3-step process to declutter your marketing and clarify what’s really moving the needle in your business. You’ll learn how to simplify your strategy, track what matters, and focus on the marketing activities that actually create sales opportunities so you can scale with clarity. Inside, Melissa shares: — Why cluttered marketing = inconsistent results— The 3 questions that clarify your marketing plan— How to reverse-engineer your client journey— Why audience growth directly drives revenue— A powerful mindset shift about marketing metrics and results By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with a clear, simplified plan on how to reconnect, refocus, and take the next steps to scale your business. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome and tech hiccups01:00 – What “clutter” really means in your marketing04:00 – The Oxford definition of clutter (and how it applies to your plan)07:00 – Step 1: Take inventory of all marketing activities08:45 – Step 2: Evaluate — what’s working, what’s not, what are you learning?12:30 – Metrics that matter vs. vanity metrics14:30 – What data should actually guide your decisions15:30 – Audience growth = revenue growth17:00 – Buyers want relationship before revenue18:00 – Step 3: Decide what to keep, simplify, or stop doing20:00 – 1:1 strategy session invitation21:00 – What’s coming next week on the podcast Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

What if it’s not too late to create exactly what you want — in business and in life — before the year ends In this power-packed episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, Melissa shares a motivating (and science-backed!) approach to goal setting that activates your natural instincts and helps you build momentum — one step at a time. You’ll learn how to stop spinning in overwhelm and start taking aligned action toward the business results you truly want. Inside, Melissa shares: ✨ The “10-week turnaround” strategy — even if you’re starting from zero✨ Why breaking your goals into dopamine-friendly chunks creates real momentum✨ How to reconnect with your inner goal-getter (yes, she’s still there)✨ The comeback story that proves it’s not over until it’s over✨ A simple way to reverse-engineer $50k (or whatever your goal is) before the year ends Whether your year has been strong or shaky — this is your moment to choose how you finish. You’re only 10 weeks away from creating something extraordinary. Let’s go! Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome + Why it’s not too late03:00 – The power of your prefrontal cortex (aka your goal-setting superpower)05:45 – The Denver Broncos comeback: A metaphor for your business09:00 – Set your “scary-fun” Q4 target13:00 – Break it down: The $50k case study17:00 – Dopamine and goal-setting: How your body helps your business20:00 – Shrink the horizon: Find your next 5-minute win25:00 – The hockey metaphor that will shift your strategy29:00 – What can you create today that leads to connection and revenue?32:00 – Recap: 4-step process for a powerful year-end34:00 – Book your 1:1 Q4 strategy session with Melissa Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

If you’re walking through a hard season in life or business — this episode is for you 💗 In this powerful solo episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, Melissa shares a heartfelt and high-impact framework to help you stay grounded, rise above challenges, and finish the year strong (without burning out). You’ll learn how to build stamina, resilience, and grit — not by pushing harder, but by being real with yourself and choosing to rise, one intentional thought at a time. Tune in for: ✨ The truth about hard seasons — and how to thrive in the midst of them✨ The 7-step mindset reset for clarity, confidence, and creativity✨ How to shift your energy (and your results) — even when you feel stuck✨ Why your wins, joys, and gratitude list is your best business strategy✨ The simple journaling practice Melissa uses every day to build belief and momentum Whether you’re navigating Q4 with confidence or clawing your way to the finish line, this conversation will remind you: you are not your circumstances, and you are stronger than you think. You can do hard things — and still build a business you love 💪✨ Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome + Why this message matters in Q401:29 – The power of stamina, resilience, and grit03:50 – You are not your circumstances06:00 – What you choose to believe creates your reality07:15 – How to build belief (even in the hard)09:00 – Journaling through self-doubt and resistance12:00 – Choosing the “defense” thoughts that support you14:45 – The moment your energy shifts — what to do next16:10 – A simple way to reconnect to your purpose18:00 – How to turn energy into aligned action20:45 – The marketing question to ask yourself each day22:00 – Melissa’s favorite end-of-day ritual for business growth24:00 – The key to building a magnetic presence26:10 – Your invitation to join Melissa for support + strategy27:40 – Free discovery call details + next steps Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to do all the things in your business — perfectly — this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air 💗 This week on Doing Business Like a Woman, Melissa sits down with Empowerment Coach and Super Connector Robin McIntire for a heart-opening conversation on what it really means to grow a successful business as a driven woman — without sacrificing your peace. Robin shares the truth about perfectionism, pressure, white space, and the mindset work it takes to stay grounded while going after big goals. You’ll hear: How to drop the masks and show up authentically in networking and life Why connection and community are essential (not optional) for entrepreneurs The secret to calming your nervous system when the pressure rises The power of white space — and how to create more of it in your calendar How to lead yourself with both ambition and self-compassion Whether you’re building your business during naptime, after hours, or with a full schedule, this episode will help you come back to your center and remember: you’re not alone 💕 Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome to Doing Business Like a Woman00:24 – Meet Robin McIntire: Empowerment Coach + Super Connector01:29 – Releasing perfectionism and reconnecting with calm02:57 – What is a Business Matchmaker (and how Robin earned hers!)04:00 – The path to championing women — and why it matters05:30 – How self-judgment holds us back06:09 – Showing up authentically (and attracting the right people)07:17 – Centering yourself before networking08:44 – Real connection vs. transaction networking10:00 – Grounded meets driven: what it means + how to live it11:20 – Creating calm through thoughts, language, and presence13:25 – The power of catching stressful thoughts before they spiral15:00 – Thought awareness as a skill and practice16:50 – Entrepreneurship and the “I should be farther by now” lie17:59 – The mental pattern of “I don’t have time”20:15 – How white space helps prevent burnout21:10 – The language we use: “I’m tired,” “I’m overwhelmed,” and other energy drainers22:50 – Why community is essential (especially for women entrepreneurs)26:00 – Practical tips for creating white space + calendar boundaries30:06 – Where to connect with Robin + grab her free resources Connect with Robin: 🌐 Website: www.robinmcintire.com 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/robin-mcintire 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/robinmcintirecoaching 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/RobinMcIntireCoaching 🎥 YouTube: youtube.com/@RobinMcIntireCoaching Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

If your digital life is a mess of open tabs, scattered files, and “where-did-I-put-that” moments… this one’s for you. In this special guest episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, Melissa is joined by Professional Organizer + Certified Life Coach Tracy Hoth, creator of the Organized Coach Academy and host of the Organized Coach Podcast. Together, they’re having a candid conversation about what it really takes to create a business that feels manageable, peaceful, and powerful — from the inside out. Whether you’re neurodiverse, overwhelmed, or just ready to feel like a confident CEO again, this episode will meet you where you are. You’ll learn: The real cost of disorganization in your business Why we often block new opportunities when we’re buried in chaos How to start building systems (even if you don’t feel like “an organized person”) The simple 5-folder method that can work across your entire business What to do when you feel too overwhelmed to even start 💡 Bonus: Melissa shares exactly how she implemented Tracy’s framework — and how it transformed her time, energy, and capacity. This conversation is like a warm hug and a tactical strategy session all in one 💗 Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome + Meet Tracy Hoth02:00 – How Melissa found Tracy + why this year became her “year of systems”04:00 – Why many women avoid hiring help when things feel messy05:30 – What’s really behind disorganization in your business07:00 – The power of Tracy’s 3-part framework: mindset, systems, computer08:30 – How mindset blocks about organizing stop our progress09:30 – The “I should be able to figure this out” trap11:00 – Tracy’s story: from organizing homes to organizing online businesses13:00 – The brain dump method Melissa uses when she’s overwhelmed15:00 – What disorganization is actually costing you17:00 – From stress to confidence: how organizing shifts your energy19:00 – One place for ideas, tasks, links, and to-dos21:00 – Treating organization like a project — not an afterthought23:00 – How Tracy supports neurodivergent entrepreneurs25:00 – 3 places to start organizing today28:00 – Melissa’s Asana + calendar breakdown using the 5-folder method33:00 – How to maintain an organized business without burning out36:00 – Final tips for anyone who feels “not naturally organized” Connect with Tracy: 🌐 Website: https://simplysquaredaway.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyhoth/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyhoth  📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplySquaredAway/ Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

You’ve been to the conference or the networking meeting. You’ve made the connections. Now what In this episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, Marketing Expert and Business Coach Melissa Kellogg Lueck is sharing her personal 3-step process for powering up, catching up, and (most importantly) following up after networking and big events. This is an episode especially for the introverts — and for every woman who wants to create a meaningful return on her investment of time, energy, and money when she shows up for her business. Melissa even created a free checklist to make this super simple for you. You’ll learn: Why networking alone doesn’t create clients How to care for your nervous system after high-visibility events Melissa’s simple system to track follow-up and build relationships What to offer when you’re not ready to “pitch” — but want to serve and connect ✨ You don’t need a perfect funnel — just a thoughtful follow-up plan. Tune in now! Post-Event Power Moves: The Checklist to Turn New Contacts into Profitable Relationships!🔗 https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/ap7cifph5keg1tr3xj53c/Post-Event-Power-Moves-The-Checklist-to-Turn-New-Contacts-into-Profitable-Relationships.pdf?rlkey=artl54bogm6m2h3khgfc5mere&e=1&dl=0 Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome + Melissa’s conference update01:30 – Why networking alone doesn’t create clients02:00 – A word for my fellow introverts 💗03:00 – My 3-step reentry process: Power Up, Catch Up, Follow Up04:00 – The truth about why we need to reconnect with our “why”06:00 – What I did on the plane to get ahead on follow-up08:00 – What to say in a personal follow-up message10:00 – How to keep the conversation going (without pitching!)13:00 – Turning connection into clients — with consistency14:00 – How this checklist came to life (and how to get it!)15:30 – Ready to get help with your follow-up or client journey? Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.

Are you feeling like your marketing is all over the place? Wondering what’s working… and what’s not? In this mid-year check-in, Marketing Expert and Business Coach Melissa Kellogg Lueck walks you through a powerful mindset + strategy reset to help you launch into Q3 with clarity and momentum. This episode is like a mini mastermind where Melissa shares how to evaluate what’s actually working in your business and how to turn that clarity into consistent action (and income). You'll leave with one powerful question to guide your next step. You’ll learn: The real reason so many women entrepreneurs feel stuck in their marketing How to shift from “overlearning” into powerful, consistent action The 3-question evaluation framework Melissa uses with her private clients How to create real marketing momentum in the second half of the year 🎧 Listen now and get your 10x return on this time investment. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome to Doing Business Like a Woman00:25 – Why Melissa hosted this “mastermind-style” episode01:16 – The trap of overlearning and under-actioning04:49 – What really builds marketing momentum06:47 – Melissa’s spreadsheet evaluation story09:00 – The evaluation process that creates clarity13:25 – What worked, what didn’t, and what to do differently17:50 – The 10x question to focus your next step18:00 – Weekly email invite + next steps Stay Connected: 📩 Sign up to receive my Friday Newsletter! https://avanticreativegroup.mykajabi.com/newsletter-opt 💭 Your thoughts and experiences matter to me! Share your takeaways from this episode with me. https://www.speakpipe.com/DoingBusinessLikeAWomanPodcast 🌐 Website: https://www.melissamkellogg.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamkellogg/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissa_m_kellogg/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BusinessAcademy4Women  Want to Grow Your Sales, Doing What You Love, in the time you have?? Then, you’ve got to go and grab my free on-demand video training that will teach you my simple process for creating compounding results from the sales and marketing strategies you are already using. Get the training HERE. Subscribe to the podcast + download each episode on Apple, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.