Episodes

Dec. 20, 2021

52: On Competition, Risk & The Santa Clause (feat. Shauna Armitage)

Ho ho ho - it's a TLTQ Holiday extravaganza and we're digging deep into that heartwarming concept known as professional jealousy. Wait, what? Yep! And for extra fun and cheeriness, we discuss the holiday classic where Santa d...

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Dec. 14, 2021

51: On Courses, New Customers & Star Trek: Voyager (feat. Melody John…

An online course has limitless possibilities. Where should you start? What should you promise? How many problems should you solve? And how the heck do you make sure your buyers actually use your product? If you've been debati...

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Dec. 6, 2021

50: On Collaboration, Expectations & John Legend (feat. Pamela Slim)

TLTQ celebrates our 1st birthday in this powerhouse interview with Pamela Slim, author of Escape from Cubicle Nation , Body of Work , and The Widest Net ! As a small business owner, it's easy to think of yourself as …

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Nov. 29, 2021

49: On Habits, Learning Curves & Peloton (feat. Dallas Travers)

Habits - they surely don't feel very sexy. We got into self-employment for the freedom, right? But un-shiny necessities like routines, rituals, and consistent behaviors are the keys to your success, confidence, legacy, and mo...

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Nov. 22, 2021

48: On Clients, Connection & Mean Girls (feat. Breanna Gunn)

By trying to speak to everyone, we actually speak to no one. Kinda like high school, huh? When we tried to fit in with everybody, we wound up sitting alone. This week Annie P. is joined by copywriting and funnel …

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Nov. 8, 2021

47: On Podcasting, Small Wins & Back to the Future (feat. Michelle Ab…

Let's face it - leaning into your uniqueness can be hard, especially when you aren't sure what exactly is so unique about you, or who out there is looking for your particular brand of special sauce. How can we best …

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Nov. 1, 2021

46: On Simplicity, Unsubscribes & *NSYNC (feat. Liz Wilcox)

Do you lie awake and drive yourself crazy wondering what to do about your email list? Whether you pelt your audience with too much information, forget to message them at all, or are completely baffled by your open rates - …

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Oct. 25, 2021

45: On Shame, Magnetism & The Rocky Horror Picture Show (feat. Michel…

What role does intuition play in your business? Whether you believe that your inner voice comes from God or from your lived experience, there are certain problems you just have to feel your way through. You may not identify a...

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Oct. 20, 2021

44: On Publicity, Reciprocity & Glee (feat. Jill Lublin)

If you are timid about putting yourself out there, this is a must-listen! So many small business owners crave and fear publicity simultaneously. Does getting some well-deserved attention have to be so overwhelming? Heck no! T...

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Oct. 11, 2021

43: On Storytelling, Problem-Solving & Star Wars (feat. Seth Erickson)

There are approximately 9 billion things to consider when you put your message out into the world. What the heck should you say? Which words should you use? Which persona should you play? Does everything have to be so dang …

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Oct. 5, 2021

42: On Impact, Inclusion & Pitch Perfect (feat. Melissa Marcelissen)

If you want to have a thriving small business (not to mention be a good human) in 2021, things like "diversity" and "equity" can't just be buzzwords. They must be chosen, advocated for, and practiced daily. But, how can we …

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Sept. 27, 2021

41: On Starting, Strategizing & Breaking Bad (feat. Coach Jennie)

What's more important - the plan or the action? When is a rock-solid strategy essential and when is it just a distraction? And how can we rise up against the constant looming threats of perfectionism, procrastination, and dou...

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Sept. 20, 2021

40: On Kindness, Differentiation & Revenge of the Nerds (feat. Mike M…

Is your business kind enough? Is your marketing loud and bold enough? According to superstar author and business giant Mike Michalowicz, these two questions likely have the same answer. It's phenomenally easy to fall into the...

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Sept. 13, 2021

39: On Motivation, Imperfection & Friends (feat. Liz Theresa)

How do you view yourself within your business? Are you a small business owner, a founder, a CEO? And how do you claim your business? Is it your purpose, your vision, your livelihood, or just your job? The terms may …

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Aug. 30, 2021

38: On Showmanship, Moxie & Enter The Dragon (feat. Jonathan Pritchar…

What makes your business truly magical? How can you grab and keep the rapt attention of your prospects? And is it manipulative to do so? This week, Annie P. is joined by mentalist, speaker, and "the greatest thought-leader of...

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Aug. 23, 2021

37: On Connection, Curiosity & Murder She Wrote (feat. Nikki Nash)

Is "Relationship Marketing" a quantity or quality game? What's more important - leaving a lasting 1st impression or keeping in touch? And how can we stand out in crowded markets - even if we're introverts, camera-shy, or behi...

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Aug. 17, 2021

36: On Goal-Setting, Theme Songs & Ally McBeal (feat. Debra Eckerling)

What are your goals for the rest of 2021? What wins would you love to usher in by New Year's Eve? How have your goals shifted thanks to everything we've collectively been through in the last 18 months? This week, …

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Aug. 9, 2021

35: On Meaningfulness, Self-Love & The Good Place (feat. Chantelle An…

What the heck does intentionality actually look like? How do you know if you're showing up in a way that fulfills all the labels you've put on yourself? And how can we cut through the noise and connect with our …

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July 26, 2021

34: On Selling, Serving & Cher (feat. Katrina Summers)

Tell most small business owners you work in sales and they look at you like you have three heads - and that stigma extends to the very act of selling in heart-centered small businesses. We don't want to cheapen our …

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July 19, 2021

33: On Resistance, Self-Expression & The Big Lebowski (feat. Evan LaR…

It's been said that entrepreneurs are people that do hard things on purpose. (Yay?) Although it has never been easier to express yourself on a worldwide stage and to profit from your platform - it's still a day-to-day challen...

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July 12, 2021

32: On Copywriting, Listening & It's Always Sunny... (feat. K. Layne …

Buzzword, Buzzword, Word Salad, Credentials. Is this the recipe for compelling copy? HECK NO. We are living in the most connected era ever - which means that your voice can easily reach more people than ever before. But, what...

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July 6, 2021

31: On Customers, Compatibility & The 5 Love Languages (feat. Anika R…

"I love my clients!" Hopefully, all small business owners have said this from time to time. But, love is a verb. What does it mean to actually show up for your ideal clients in a loving but still professional way? …

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June 28, 2021

30: On Showing Up, Showing Off & RuPaul's Drag Race (feat. Amanda Wag…

Do big dreams require even bigger egos? How much "look at me! look at me!" energy is actually required when you're building a name for yourself? And, what are the differences between showing up, showing off, and just being a …

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June 21, 2021

29: On Bravery, Resilience & Bridgerton (feat. Heather Vickery)

Who is in charge of your small business? For most of our listeners, the answer is YOU - and yet, you're likely stuck playing by someone else's rules. Why? How can you forge ahead in your life and calling with …

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