I Am The One: Entrepreneur Edition

Alexa Bigwarfe is the founder of Write, Publish, Sell, where she helps writers manage the process of publishing and promoting their books so they can focus on writing. She’s also a freelance writer, author, editor, and the host of the upcoming Career Beyond Your Blog virtual summit. We can learn so much from Alexa, in […] The post 50: How to establish yourself as an expert, even if you don’t feel like one appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Steph Gaudreau is a holistic nutritionist, coach, and founder of Stupid Easy Paleo, where she helps people navigate through their journey to better health through a Paleo diet She’s also the host of the Harder to Kill Radio podcast, the Women’s Strength Summit, and founder of StephGaudreau.com where she helps women tap into their infinite […] The post 49: The Goonies guide to building the business of your dreams with Steph Gaudreau appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Matt Miller is the founder of School Spirit Vending, a hassle-free fundraiser that helps schools raise money throughout the year while giving distributors passive income with little effort. We can learn so much from Matt’s experiences, in particular his approach to making sure his business is able to keep growing. Key points: What you need […] The post 48: How to build a business that exceeds expectations appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Stacy Tuschl is the founder of Academy for Performing Arts, a school where kids get lessons in dance, music, and acting. Stacy is also a business coach, host of a podcast, and the author of the book Is Your Business Worth Saving?. We can learn so much from Stacy’s experiences, in particular what she’s learned […] The post 47: How to build a seven figure business appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Dorie Clark is a marketing strategy consultant, professional speaker, and frequent contributor to publications such as Forbes, Harvard Business Review, Entrepreneur, and Time. She’s also the author of Reinventing You and Stand Out. We can learn so much from Dorie’s experiences, in particular what she’s learned about how to get customers who are eager to […] The post 46: Dorie Clark on how to get customers to fight to work with you appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Kimberly Falker is the founder and host of the podcast Balancing Pointe, a show that takes you on a journey into the complex and fascinating world of ballet. Kimberly is also the founder of a growing podcast network dedicated to the world of dance from several different points of view. We can learn a lot […] The post 45: The critical mental shift you need to turn your hobby into a business appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Aaron Anastasi is a serial entrepreneur and found of Superior Singing Method, an online training program where he teaches students how to improve their singing in eight weeks or less. He’s also the author of the new book, The Voice of Your Dreams. We can learn a lot from Aaron’s journey, in particular how he’s […] The post 44: How to turn down your voices of limitation appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Raubi Perilli is a writer, freelancer, marketer, and the founder of Simply Stated Media, where she helps “Indie Preneurs” build a personal brand that helps them grow as entrepreneurs and in their careers. We can learn a lot from Raubi’s experiences, in particular what lessons she learned about not hiding behind her brand. Key points: […] The post 43: Why exposing your imperfections can fuel your business growth appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Courtney Herring is a copywriter, and digital marketing strategist at the company she founded, Go Champ Media. Courtney helps her clients figure out what they should say, and where and how to say it to reach their business goals. We can learn a lot from Courtney’s journey, in particular how she stepped outside her comfort […] The post 42: The magical gift of imperfect circumstances appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Eboni Green is the founder of Twenty Twenty Visionary, a full-service media agency that creates and distributes media for businesses, non-profits, and government entities. She’s also the co-founder of One Light Solutions, an LED light distribution company. We can learn so much from Eboni’s experiences, in particular how she puts herself in a position to […] The post 41: How to position yourself for big business opportunities appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Shauna Mackenzie is the founder of Best Kept Self, an online community that’s all about self-help for the self-employed. Shauna also runs Studio for Image Professionals, an online school for aspiring image consultants. We can learn so much from Shauna’s journey, in particular how being in tune with her passions have led her to evolve […] The post 40: On passion, self-care, and building a network of people to help you grow your business appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Matthew Pollard, known as “The Rapid Growth Guy,” is a business coach who helps his clients find their unique selling message, and develop a system to grow their businesses fast. He is also the host of the podcast, Better Business Coach, and has build a number of multi-million dollar businesses over the years. We can […] The post 39: A step-by-step process for rapid business growth appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Tor Refsland is the founder of Time Management Chef, where he provides productivity strategies to help his clients take control of their schedules and their time. Tor’s core philosophy is all about helping people work smarter, not harder. His strategies have been featured in a number of blogs and podcasts. We can learn a ton […] The post 38: How to skyrocket your business growth appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Niel Guilarte is the founder of Wildstyle Media, a digital media company specializing in creating high-quality digital content for use in video, television, film, podcasts, and online promotions. Niel is also the host of the podcast All Things Post, where he puts the spotlight on people who do behind the scenes production work. We can […] The post 37: Craftsman and CEO: How to balance two essential roles to build your business appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Tom Tancredi is the co-founder of Dom and Tom, Inc., a mobile and web app development company. Dom & Tom has done work for clients such as Priceline.com, Tyson, GE, and Esquire. We can learn so much from Tom’s experiences, including his approach to getting prepared for building a successful business. Key points: Your obligation […] The post 36: On stress, relationships, and the realities of building a successful business appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Henneke is an irreverent copywriter and marketer. She’s the founder of Enchanting Marketing where she’s on a mission to stamp out gobbledygook, and to add sparkle to boring business blogs. Henneke is the author of two 5-star rated books about writing and blogging, and she’s a regular contributor to popular blogs like KISSmetrics and Copyblogger. […] The post How to get more done in less time [Entrepreneur Survival Stories preview] appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

James Loomstein is a managing partner at Rogue Marketing, a full-service digital marketing strategy firm that helps their clients build their brand, amplify their channels, and minimize their risk. He’s also an adjunct professor at Southern Methodist University. We can learn a ton from James’ experiences, particularly his approach to finding the everything he needs […] The post 35: Where to find everything you need to grow your business appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Amanda Boleyn is the co-founder and host of the She Did it Her Way podcast, a show that features savvy entrepreneurs around the globe. She’s also an independent consultant, and has worked with companies such as Weight Watchers, ATT, Intel, and JP Morgan. We can learn a ton from Amanda’s experiences, in particular how she […] The post 34: How to keep your business’s finances in check appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Kemi Egan is the co-founder of Freedom Academies, where she helps entrepreneurs build ethical, substantial wealth using business growth and real estate investing strategies. She’s also the author of the international best-selling book, The Power of Real Estate Investing. We can learn so much from Kemi’s amazing experiences, particularly how she found success after losing […] The post 33: How to find success after losing everything appeared first on Sonia Thompson.

Farissa Knox is the founder of RLM Media, a boutique media advertising agency. Farissa is also the founder of WhatRUWearking, an interactive fashion app and style showcase. We can learn a ton from Farissa’s experience in running and growing her company over the last seven years, in particular her approach to managing business relationships. Key […] The post 32: How to survive when a customer will not pay appeared first on Sonia Thompson.