Jen Kinal of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast discusses how to monetize a podcast, even without a huge number of downloads. She emphasizes the importance of intentionality behind the podcast, ensuring content aligns with business goals. Jen highlights building authority and creating “know, like, and trust” with the audience to make them more receptive to offers.

What to Expect in This Episode:
Podcast Monetization: Strategies for making money from a podcast, even with a smaller audience.
Affiliate Marketing: Using affiliate links to earn commissions on recommended products.
Selling Own Products/Services: Promoting and selling your own offerings through the podcast.
Building Authority: Establishing yourself as an expert in your niche.
Content Strategy: Planning and creating podcast content aligned with business goals.

Key Takeaways
• You don’t need a huge number of downloads (e.g., 10,000 per episode) to monetize your podcast.
• Intentionality is crucial. Make sure your podcast content aligns with your overall business goals.
• Build authority and create a “know, like, and trust” factor with your audience. This makes them more likely to engage with your offers.
• Affiliate marketing is an easy way to start monetizing. Share products you genuinely love and use affiliate links.
• Your podcast is an extension of your brand. Use it to connect with your audience and showcase your expertise.

Resources:
• The Bold Marketing Calendar (Trello Template): Jen Trello template designed to help entrepreneurs align their marketing efforts with their business goals – https://jenkinal.myflodesk.com/

Connect with Host Jen Kinal:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenkinal/
Website: https://jenkinal.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenkinalcreativebrand
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferkinal

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In this episode of The Bold Entrepreneur podcast, Michelle Lentz from Nutrition by Michelle discusses the importance of prioritizing health and wellness as entrepreneurs. She shares her journey from massage therapy to nutrition consulting, emphasizing the power of community, balanced eating, and small, consistent steps towards better health. Michelle offers practical advice for busy entrepreneurs, such as staying hydrated and planning meals in advance.

What to Expect in This Episode:
Nutrition: General discussion, challenges, balanced eating, dispelling diet fads, importance for energy and clarity, macro portions, family nutrition.
Entrepreneurship: Juggling business and health, prioritizing health as a business owner, impact of health on business performance.
Family Health: Influences of family history and genes on health, teaching kids about nutrition.
Challenges/Programs: Nutrition challenges as a funnel for clients, the evolution of challenges from in-person to online, the Shape Up for Summer program.
Meal Prep: Food prepping for busy schedules.

Key Takeaways
Prioritize Your Health: As entrepreneurs, it’s easy to focus solely on business growth, but your health is the foundation. Energy, wellness, and ability to show up are essential.
Find Balance, Not Restriction: Focus on balanced eating rather than restrictive diets. Many fad diets offer temporary results but are not sustainable long-term.
Leverage Community: Community support can be a powerful tool for staying motivated and accountable in your health journey.
Nutrition Supports Clarity and Energy: Proper nutrition provides the vitamins and minerals needed for mental clarity, increased energy, and overall productivity.
Address Underlying Issues: Body work can be helpful, but nutrition may be needed to address underlying inflammation or healing issues.

Connect with Guest Michelle Lentz:
Website: https://www.nutritionbymichelle.ca/home.aspx
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritionbymichelle/

Connect with Host Jen Kinal:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenkinal/
Website: https://jenkinal.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenkinalcreativebrand
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferkinal

Join us at the Be Bold Conference:

Ready to connect, grow, and get bold in your business? Grab your ticket to The Be Bold Conference — a powerful one-day event designed for women in business who are ready to level up. Don’t wait — tickets are limited! https://jenkinal.com/be-bold-conference/

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In this solo episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal discusses the importance of sharing entrepreneurial experiences to combat feelings of loneliness. She reflects on a challenging week. Despite the personal chaos, she highlights the value of having a business designed to offer flexibility and the ability to step away when needed. Jen emphasizes the need to strengthen business systems to handle unexpected life events, reducing stress and ensuring smooth operations.

What to Expect in This Episode:
Entrepreneurial Loneliness: The importance of sharing experiences to connect with other entrepreneurs.
Self-Care: Taking care of oneself and the business to avoid burnout and increase success.
Business Design: Creating a business that aligns with personal life and offers flexibility.
Goal Setting: Defining and prioritizing goals to drive business decisions.
Tools: ChatGPT, Flodesk, Later, Trello

Key Takeaways
Design Your Business: Intentionally create a business that supports your desired lifestyle and offers flexibility during challenging times.
Prioritize Self-Care: Taking care of yourself is crucial for avoiding burnout and achieving long-term success.
Establish a CEO Mindset
Strengthen Your Systems: Implement robust systems to ensure your business can run smoothly even when you need to step away.
Market with Purpose: Align your marketing efforts with clear goals and direct your audience towards specific actions (e.g., joining your email list, purchasing a product).

Resources:
• ChatGPT: AI language model used for various tasks like refining text, brainstorming, and generating ideas.
• Flodesk: Email marketing platform known for its visually appealing templates and user-friendly design.
• Later: Social media scheduling tool that allows users to plan and automate posts across multiple platforms.
• Trello: Project management tool used for visualizing workflows, organizing content calendars, and collaborating with teams.
• The Bold Marketing Calendar (Trello Template): Jen Kinal’s Trello template designed to help entrepreneurs align their marketing efforts with their business goals – https://jenkinal.myflodesk.com/

Connect with Host Jen Kinal:
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenkinal/
• Website: https://jenkinal.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenkinalcreativebrand
• LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferkinal

Join us at the Be Bold Conference:

Ready to connect, grow, and get bold in your business? Grab your ticket to The Be Bold Conference — a powerful one-day event designed for women in business who are ready to level up. Don’t wait — tickets are limited! https://jenkinal.com/be-bold-conference/

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In this episode of The Bold Entrepreneur podcast, Paula shares her journey from corporate CFO to advocate for rest and self-care, emphasizing that entrepreneurs often prioritize work to the detriment of their well-being. She encourages listeners to redefine success, set boundaries, and integrate rest into their lives, reminding them that prioritizing their health is essential for building sustainable and fulfilling careers. Paula’s key message is to be grateful for each day and be mindful of how we devote our time and energy.

What to Expect in This Episode:

• Success (redefining it): Moving beyond traditional societal measures of success (like career advancement or material wealth) to define success based on personal values, fulfillment, and well-being.
• Work-life balance (or imbalance): The degree to which individuals are able to equally prioritize both their professional and personal lives. The podcast explores the challenges of achieving this balance, especially for entrepreneurs.
• Priorities: Identifying and focusing on the most important tasks, values, and goals in life. The podcast highlights the importance of regularly reassessing priorities to ensure alignment with personal well-being.
• Self-connection: Cultivating a deeper awareness of one’s own thoughts, feelings, and needs. This allows for more intentional decision-making and self-care.

Key Takeaways

• Burnout is a common issue, especially for entrepreneurs, and often goes unrecognized.
• Prioritize self-care and rest to prevent and recover from burnout. Don’t view rest as a reward, but integrate it into your routine.
• Redefine success on your own terms, focusing on personal values and well-being, not just external achievements.
• Set boundaries to protect your time, energy, and well-being.
• Permission to rest is crucial. Many people, especially women, struggle to prioritize their own needs.

Connect with Guest Paula Palomo:
Website: https://paulapalomosanz.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulap007/

Connect with Host Jen Kinal:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenkinal/
Website: https://jenkinal.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenkinalcreativebrand
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferkinal

Resources:

Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker – Recommended for understanding the physical effects of not getting enough sleep.

Join us at the Be Bold Conference:

Ready to connect, grow, and get bold in your business? Grab your ticket to The Be Bold Conference — a powerful one-day event designed for women in business who are ready to level up. Don’t wait — tickets are limited! https://jenkinal.com/be-bold-conference/

This new episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal interviews Selina Gray about the possibility of taking summers off as an entrepreneur. Selina shares her journey of building a business that allows her to take extended breaks, driven by a desire for freedom and quality time with her family. Selina shares how taking time off can be a reminder to assess what brings happiness, create core memories, and focus on a healthy work-life balance while recognizing the importance of sisterhood for inspiration and accountability.

What to Expect in This Episode:

Entrepreneurship and Business Ownership: Building a business, creating freedom, financial strategies, recurring income, client relationships, team management, scaling, revenue targets, launches, social media strategy, and business values.

Work-Life Balance and Time Management: Taking summers off, flexible work schedules, prioritizing family time, vacations, and personal values.

Financial Planning and Legacy: Saving, sinking funds, retirement planning, financial security, insurance, legacy decisions, and wealth building.

Health and Well-being: Managing chronic illness (Crohn’s disease), stress reduction, vitality, and emotional well-being.

Key Takeaways

Summers Off are Possible: It’s possible to structure your business to allow for extended breaks, like taking summers off, and to create a business that gives you freedom.

Challenge Limiting Beliefs: Question ingrained beliefs about work schedules and societal norms; explore the possibility of creating your own timeline and work-life balance.

Financial Strategy is Key: Plan how to generate income and manage cash flow during time off, through recurring revenue models, saving and sinking funds.

Strategic Planning: Plan and communicate with clients, team members, and potential new clients regarding summer operations to set expectations.

Connect with Host Jen Kinal:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenkinal/
Website: https://jenkinal.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenkinalcreativebrand
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferkinal

Connect with Guest Selina Gray:
Website: https://selinagray.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/selinagmoney
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/selina.gray/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selina.gray.71

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Ready to connect, grow, and get bold in your business? Grab your ticket to The Be Bold Conference — a powerful one-day event designed for women in business who are ready to level up. Don’t wait — tickets are limited! https://jenkinal.com/be-bold-conference/

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Stay Bold and Dream Big!

In this brand new episode of Season 3 of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal discusses entrepreneurial burnout, sharing her personal experience and offering advice on recognizing and addressing it. She emphasizes prioritizing self-care, setting boundaries, and making small changes to create a more balanced and sustainable lifestyle. She also promotes the Be Bold Conference as a resource for women in business seeking growth and support.

What to Expect in This Episode:

• Burnout: The main focus, including causes, recognition, and recovery.
• Self-Care: Prioritizing personal well-being and making oneself a priority.
• Entrepreneurship: The challenges and pressures faced by entrepreneurs.
• Mindset Shifts: Changing perspectives on work hours and productivity.
• Physical Health: Incorporating exercise, B12 shots, and nutrition.
• Boundaries: Setting limits and saying no to commitments.
• Rest and Recovery: Emphasizing the importance of rest and relaxation.

Key Takeaways

• Burnout can sneak in even when you love what you do: It can happen subtly, so pay attention to the signs.
• Listen to your body: Don’t ignore the signals of exhaustion and stress.
• Make yourself a priority: Put your needs first and value your well-being.
• Rest is essential, not earned: It should be a part of your daily routine.
• Your body keeps score: Ignoring your body’s needs will eventually catch up to you.
• Small shifts can make big impacts: Implementing small changes can lead to significant improvements in your well-being.

Connect with Host Jen Kinal:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenkinal/
• Website: https://jenkinal.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenkinalcreativebrand
• LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferkinal

Join us at the Be Bold Conference:

Ready to connect, grow, and get bold in your business? Grab your ticket to The Be Bold Conference — a powerful one-day event designed for women in business who are ready to level up. Don’t wait — tickets are limited! https://jenkinal.com/be-bold-conference/

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Stay Bold and Dream Big!

Intro and Outro music credit to Mikhail Smusev and Pixabay

In this final episode of Season 2, Jen Kinal reflects on the transformative conversations and inspiring journeys shared by women entrepreneurs throughout this Season. She emphasizes the importance of community, authenticity, and designing a business that aligns with one’s life and values.

Episode Highlights:

• Defining your identity
• Embracing pivots
• Using data-driven social media strategies
• Designing businesses for freedom and joy

Key Takeaways from Season 2 Guests:

• Building Community, Connections, and Balance)
• Vision, Mindset, and Growth
• Building Trust and Community in Business
• Resilience and Pivoting
• Joy in Business
• Building a Business Legacy
• Growth Mindset
• The Bold Blueprint
• Social Media Strategy
• Branding and Marketing for Educator
• Building Authority and Community on Social Media
• Grit to Growth

Connect with Host Jen Kinal:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenkinal/
Website: https://jenkinal.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenkinalcreativebrand
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferkinal

Join us at the Be Bold Conference:

Ready to connect, grow, and get bold in your business? Grab your ticket to The Be Bold Conference — a powerful one-day event designed for women in business who are ready to level up. Don’t wait — tickets are limited! https://jenkinal.com/be-bold-conference/

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Stay Bold and Dream Big!

In this episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal interviews Megan Golightly, founder and CEO of Go Simplified, about decluttering, organization, and social media strategy. Megan discusses her business’s focus on helping people declutter and the emotional impact of letting go of possessions. She shares her unique approach to social media, emphasizing audience building through collaboration and relatable content. 

Megan also dives into the importance of analyzing social media analytics, experimenting with new features like Instagram Trials, and using stories effectively. The conversation explores the psychology behind decluttering, highlighting the Room Refresh program, and concludes with Megan’s advice to stay curious and embrace continuous learning.

What to Expect in This Episode

• Decluttering and Organizing: The core of Megan’s business, Go Simplified, and the practical aspects of helping people declutter their homes.

• Letting Go (Psychological and Physical): The emotional challenges of decluttering and the benefits of releasing attachments to possessions, memories, and even business strategies.

• Chat GPT: Using AI as a tool for brainstorming, content creation, and business assistance.

• Authority Building: Establishing oneself as an expert in a niche and providing valuable recommendations to the audience.

• Mindset: The importance of curiosity, continuous learning, and confidence in achieving business goals.

Key Takeaways

• Go Simplified Business Model: Megan’s business helps people declutter and organize their homes, focusing on the emotional and psychological aspects of letting go.

• Hunters and Gatherers: People are hardwired to grab things, and cognitive training reinforces holding onto items due to emotional attachments and perceived obligations.

• Social Media Strategy – Audience First: Megan initially focused on building an audience by reaching out to realtors and collaborating with influencers to gain followers.

• Dealing with Rejection: Megan emphasizes persistence and reframing “no” as an opportunity to try a different approach, citing her persistence with Go Clean Co. as an example.

• Instagram Trials: Megan experiments with Instagram Trials, using them as a safe space to test content variations and audio.

Connect with Host Jen Kinal:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenkinal/
Website: https://jenkinal.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenkinalcreativebrand
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferkinal

Connect with Megan Golightly
Website: https://www.go-simplified.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gosimplified/

Join us at the Be Bold Conference:

Ready to connect, grow, and get bold in your business? Grab your ticket to The Be Bold Conference — a powerful one-day event designed for women in business who are ready to level up. Don’t wait — tickets are limited! https://jenkinal.com/be-bold-conference/

In this new episode of The Bold Entrepreneur Podcast, Jen Kinal emphasizes the importance of social media for entrepreneurs, not just as a marketing tool, but as a platform to build authority, community, and credibility. She encourages listeners to overcome imposter syndrome and confidently showcase their expertise. 

The episode provides practical tips on optimizing social media profiles, utilizing different content formats like Reels, carousels, and stories, and analyzing audience engagement to tailor content effectively. Jen also stresses the significance of consistency in posting valuable content and building genuine connections with the audience.

What to Expect in This Episode:

• Social Media is Non-Negotiable: It’s a privilege and a powerful tool for entrepreneurs to showcase their personality, expertise, and behind-the-scenes aspects of their business, which wasn’t possible before. It allows for connection, credibility, and conversion.
• Imposter Syndrome: Acknowledge it, but don’t let it dictate your presence. Shift your mindset to recognize yourself as a leader in your industry. Communicate your value effectively and confidently.
• Social Media Portfolio (Profile/Grid): Treat your social media profile as your portfolio, making sure it aligns with your brand and entices visitors to explore further. Pay attention to your bio, username, profile picture, and overall aesthetic.
• Building Authority: Consistently show up, educate your audience, share case studies, and leverage testimonials to position yourself as a go-to expert in your industry.

Key Takeaways

• Social Media is Essential: It’s a powerful tool for showcasing your business, personality, and expertise.
• Overcome Imposter Syndrome: Recognize your value and confidently present yourself as a leader.
• Optimize Your Profile: Treat your social media profile as your portfolio, ensuring it aligns with your brand.
• Utilize Different Content Formats: Use Reels for reach, carousels for nurturing, and stories for casual engagement.
• Monetize Your Authority: Convert your expertise into income through various offerings.

Connect with Host Jen Kinal:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenkinal/ 
• Website: https://jenkinal.com/ 
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenkinalcreativebrand 
• LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferkinal
  
  

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Ready to connect, grow, and get bold in your business? Grab your ticket to The Be Bold Conference — a powerful one-day event designed for women in business who are ready to level up. Don’t wait — tickets are limited!  https://jenkinal.com/be-bold-conference/ 

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Stay Bold and Dream Big!