It's so common to hear push hard or finish strong at the end of the year. But should you always be pushing harder? Listen in and learn how I think we need to redefine what finishing strong in your business actually means. Important Links: Listen to Are You in a Season of Run or Rest? - Monday Fire 46 Ready to get rid of the clutter in your business for the new year? Go to https://jenniferallwood.com/declutter/ to download your copy of 22 Ways to Declutter Your Biz.

A few weeks back, I shared a photo on social media of an emergency food package that we had delivered, and I couldn't believe how many messages I received about wanting to know more! So...here's a bonus episode all about emergency planning, and specifically the emergency planning that my family and I have been preparing. I want you to grab pen and paper and take note of what you might take away from this episode. This episode won't be for everyone, so take this information and do with it what you want! Today's bonus podcast episode is definitely different...so buckle in!  Hit the Highlights(10:00) Some of us are more wired to need safety  (15:40) Getting your home in order for the unexpected times  (22:30) The benefit of having your own biz right now  (33:45) Self-protection and self-defense (41:40) We don't fight against flesh and blood  >>Shop My Emergency Planning Amazon Store   Other Episodes You Might Like:  Episode 260 | Building A Business Around Your Life Subscribe and Review I am honored to show up each week on The Jennifer Allwood Show and bring you inspiring and actionable content. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps our download numbers and makes sure you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!  

One of the most powerful things you can do for your business is to pray for it. What can be even more powerful is getting a group of women together who can be praying with you. In this podcast, I'll teach you how to start your own prayer pod for your business. Start Your Own Prayer Pod Keep your group small Find people who have a similar income as you. Figure out who you know who is a biz owner and also loves Jesus. Keep it low-key. Keep it a safe zone. Everything needs to be confidential. Get Your FREE 30 Day Devotional  Subscribe and Review I am honored to show up each week on The Jennifer Allwood Show and bring you inspiring and actionable content. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps our download numbers and makes sure you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!

Today I on the podcast I'm telling you one major mindset that's keeping your business small. HINT: it has to deal with hiring.  I see this mindset struggle all the time in creative entrepreneurs and it hurts my heart so much because they are leaving money on the table! I want to help you reframe your thinking. Verses to Remember Do not despise these small beginnings for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin. (Zechariah 4:10) Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much. (Luke 16:10) Subscribe and Review I am honored to show up each week on The Jennifer Allwood Show and bring you inspiring and actionable content. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps our download numbers and makes sure you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!

Let’s dive into part two of the bonus episode about how to use the enneagram for your business! In part one of this bonus episode Beth McCord, AKA your enneagram coach is answering all of your burning questions about using the enneagram in your workplace.  We’ll talk about how to deal with your Enneagram type's weakness, how to work with other enneagram types during conflict, and much more!     This is a replay of a clubhouse room from the other day, and I'll be doing more with expert guests soon, so be sure to get on Clubhouse so you don't miss out on the next one! But even more important, don’t miss out on the Better Way Bootcamp, where I will help you learn how to run your biz with more success and less stress! Sign up at betterwaybootcamp.com   Follow me on Clubhouse: @JenniferAllwood Follow Beth on Clubhouse: @Bethmccord Hit the Highlights (2:30) I started a project, why am I not motivated to complete it? (8:53) Managing teams with the enneagram (13:17) Working in a mixed-generation environment (14:45) Don’t use the enneagram as a sword or the shield (16:19) What to do if you don’t work well with a certain type (21:34) How do I use my enneagram to identify my talents in business? (26:29) How to figure out your Enneagram type   Ready for more? Get in my Better Way Bootcamp! All About Beth Beth is the founder of Your Enneagram Coach, is an Enneagram speaker, and a coach and teacher for more than 17 years.  Beth is a leader in the industry in simplifying the deep truths of the Enneagram from a Biblical perspective. She is passionate about coming alongside individuals and helping them re-write their stories, allowing them to see lasting change, meaningful relationships, and a life of deep purpose is possible. Follow Beth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourenneagramcoach/ Beth's website:  https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/ Find out your Core Motivations: https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/coremotivations Find out your Mistype: https://www.yourenneagramcoach.com/mistypes Subscribe and Review I am honored to show up each week on The Jennifer Allwood Show and bring you inspiring and actionable content. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps our download numbers and makes sure you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!

If you're listening to this podcast you probably are at least somewhat interested in becoming an influencer or having a platform on some level. Maybe you have a heart for encouraging others and your friends tell you that you would be a great influencer. It sounds amazing, you get to work with brands, you can create your own schedule, and everyone is inspired by the content you make. Today I want to tell you what it really takes if you want to be an influencer! 

I am talking to the wicked smart, super strategic Amy Porterfield who is the online marketing expert and host of the wildly successful Online Marketing Made Easy podcast. I am thrilled to get to pick her brain on digital course creation, find out why she's been so successful in business, what my creative biz owners can glean from her AND just get to chat with her ... because I know even as opposites we'd be friends in real life!  Show notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode097/  Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc Before you leave!!! I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/

She started out as a wreath maker and sign creator, and grew her creative business to crazy success! Now Tiffini Kilgore, founder of House of Belonging, is releasing her first autobiographical book AND a  line of dinnerware. But her story isn't all roses. She shares her message of finding hope and healing through God. Her story will help you face tragedies and setbacks in your life and remind you to use your craft as your catalyst for God.    Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode096/  Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc   I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

Discouragement can lead to being offended, skeptical and jaded in your mind. It's a total snowball effect that makes that seed of discouragement even worse. Sometimes, it's the most ridiculous thinking that gets us to that place of despair, being "stuck" and questioning the Lord's plan.  In this episode, I am going to share two things you can to when you are feeling discouraged and want to fight it. We all get to that place and have those thoughts of discouragement, but the key is to not stay there. Let me show you how! Shownotes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode095/ Get your tickets to our Equipped Conference, May 2-3, 2019: https://jenniferallwood.com/conference  Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc Stop!! Wait!!! Before you go .... I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/   

So many of us use the excuse "I'm not ready." Whether it's losing weight, starting a business, adopting, or making a change in life, using the words "I'm not ready" is a total lie from the enemy. The truth is nobody's actually ready ...but God has a plan that is specific in timing. This message is for you if you're feeling under-qualified, lacking confidence and you've been putting "this thing" off. Download your free copy of my ebook ---> Covering your Business in Prayer - a Daily Devotional for the Christian Entrepreneur. Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode094/ I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

Your words can make or break your life and your business. So often business owners (and my very own coaching clients come) to me grumbling, complaining and whining about their situations or business… And girl, THIS HAS GOT TO STOP. Your words have POWER. I want to show you a trick that I have learned personally that will help you before you let more negative words come out of your mouth. Shownotes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode093/  Download My Daily Devotional for Business Owners here. Get on the waitlist for on my Creators’ Inner Circle here. Get on the waitlist for my Creator's Roadmap here. Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc   Help a sister out!!! I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

"Lord what do you want me to do???" When I'm in a situation where I need to hear from Heaven to make a decision, I have learned that I need to use this strategy every time to truly hear from God and get my answer. If YOU need a word from the Lord and are desperate for an answer, I want you to try this! Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode092/  Download My Daily Devotional for Business Owners here Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc Pretty pretty please!!! I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/    

I truly believe that God can use a creative biz owner's craft as her catalyst. He did it in my own business coaching and He recently did this for my friend and fellow creative business owner Tracey Bellion. In this episode, Tracey is sharing her story of how she was able to make a big shift in her furniture painting business during a major health crisis. Tracey found a way to continue doing what she loves, but work in a completely different manner. She rolled with the punches and she showed up and served her "social media family". Tracey did a lot of things right that I teach in my Inner Circle coaching group! I know you'll find her story very encouraging and inspiring and most importantly her story will totally help you get through your life's and business' challenges. Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode091/ Get on the waitlist for on my Creators’ Inner Circle here. Make a change: join Tracey's Healthy Lifestyle "the Best You" accountability group: https://traceysfancy.com/thebestyou/ Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc   What did you think about this episode??? I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

For any of you who are thinking about selling your goods in a craft show, flea market or vendor booth mall, I have a creative biz owner who is willing to tell us ALLLL the secrets to putting on a good show and getting more sales. Nell Stortz runs a six-figure creative business by attending 20-30 shows a year across the state of Texas and and other locations. She's here to share all her secrets in how to make a show successful and worth your time ... including how to tell if it's a good show and worth your time, what you should be aiming for in your profit goals, how much inventory to bring, how to set up your booth and how to keep your customer relationships going long after you've packed up!!! Even if you already attend trade shows and vendor booths and feel successful, Nell shares some great nuggets that will help you with your return on investment!  Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode089/  Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc   Was this helpful? I would LOVE to hear from you AND I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/

Starting at the absolute beginning can be so discouraging to a new business owner. Especially when it appears like all the other businesses online already have huge social media followings of thousands and hundreds of thousands of fans and you may never catch up. I totally get it and I've seen how this embarrassment can really stonewall a creative biz owner. If this is you, don't let these numbers prevent you from starting your dream business!!! I have three tips to help you with the mindset block of starting small. And guess what? These tips are good reminders  for my coaching clients who have already started!!! How to Get your First 1,000 Facebook Followers: http://jenniferallwood.com/1000followers  Shownotes:https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode090/  Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc Our Podcast Sponsor: The Booth Conference, Jan 23-24, 2019 in Memphis, Tennessee. More Info on Facebook: @boothcon Let me give you a boost! I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/     

I was shocked when I read that 8 out of 10 new businesses FAIL. The reality is many people have grand illusions about running their own business that just ARE NOT TRUE. Let's talk about my creative business experience... (I've run a decorating painting and online coaching business for 17+ years!) Realizing and understanding misconceptions and myths about business ownership should help you start your business with your eyes wide open. You'll be ready to step through the challenges and this will help you achieve initial success!  Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode088/ Download my free Hobbyist to Entrepreneur Starter Pack here. Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

Three business owners from different parts of the country and working in three very different industries share their stories on how being a part of a like-minded community has helped them professionally and personally. The truth is: being a solopreneur can be very lonely AND very overwhelming. So the people you surround yourself with will play a BIG factor in your success and professional growth. I would love for you to hear how finding a tribe helped each of these women. I think you'll find these ladies' business journeys truly motivating! Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode087/ Get on the waitlist for my Creators' Inner Circle here.  Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc BEFORE YOU GO~!!! I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/     

Ladies, you may very well be holding the keys to your family's future and financial freedom. God may be looking at YOU to use your wisdom to move forward, instead of you depending on others to get you out of a tight spot. I share this very personal story with you because answering this one question changed EVERYTHING for me. There is an entire movement of women who are taking their place and leading in the marketplace. I want you to listen to this podcast and really think about what God has given you and then do these three things.   Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode086/   Get on my Creators' Inner Circle waitlist here Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc   I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review via your app and then shoot me a screenshot via DM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/  

There have been different times and phases in my business where I was self-sabotaging without really knowing that I was doing it.  Let's talk about the ways you may be self-sabotaging and how to stop these habits. If you're really honest with yourself, even if you don't have a business, I'm sure you can relate to the 9 different ways you may self-sabotage in your thinking and your actions.   Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode085/ ‎ Get on my Creators' Inner Circle waitlist here

I despise all of those memes that encourage biz owners to work hard and hustle until they drop. I know, it's so easy for us creative entrepreneurs to become workaholics because we LOVE what we do and because it doesn't feel like work at first! But it's not okay to sustain the level of busyness and "hard work" that will lead to burnout and not allow you to lead a successful, balanced life.  I want to share how you can do the "smart work" in your business. This means how you can work LESS hours with magnified results. Smart workers know where and how to focus their time, what relationships to utilize and how to automate systems. Get out a pen and piece of paper... this podcast is going to change your thinking and help you with some very practical tips and shortcuts.      Show Notes: www.jenniferallwood.com/episode084 Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc  

Every day I coach creative business owners and I know their #1 challenge is that they just need more sales. It's simple. No matter the size of their social media following or email list. They want more sales. More revenue. More paying customers. And this may be your challenge too?   The truth is you can have the best coupons and shipping deals, you can have prettiest cover photos on your Facebook page, you can have the snazziest sales funnel, but when it comes down to getting the customer and getting the sale there's definitely ONE THING you should be doing. It may take you out of your comfort zone and it's going to require some  time and effort from you.... but when the online sales start coming in, you will be so thankful!   Listen in to this episode for my one BIG SALES SECRET!   Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode083  Get on my Inner Circle waitlist here Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc Email us at [email protected]

My business totally took off once I hired my first business coach. I am living proof that biz coaches can make all the difference in your success. And working with coaches  has completely changed the future of my business and thus changed my family's future. You already know that I am partial to business coaches and I am one myself, but I am not saying you have to join mine to be successful. There are tons of options and I want to open your eyes to the possibilities and other industries and advice that could help you. Really, I just want to share with you several reasons WHY you should invest in your business by hiring a coach. I also know some significant times WHEN you need to hire a coach for your business. And since I've been around the block, I have a few pointers on what to look for when hiring and where to find this dream person.  I hope you will listen to this podcast with an open mind and see why and how the right business group and coach could change your life.   Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode082/ Get on my Inner Circle waitlist here Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc

Discouragement happens to us all in life and business. It comes in seasons and leaves us feeling alone and full of doubt. Maybe you've asked yourself these questions ... Is it always going to be this way? Does what I'm doing even matter? Is everyone against me? Am I alone in this journey? These are all  completely normal feelings and thoughts. But it's KEY that you DO NOT let your discouragement stay and get stuck.  I feel like it's my responsibility as a business mentor to help creative entrepreneurs who are struggling and feeling discouraged in their business. I have two really really good practical suggestions on how to fight discouragement. I use these tips myself and I know they work! Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode081/ Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Get on the Inner Circle waitlist here Creator's Roadmap waitlist here Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc

Three months ago, my husband resigned from Corporate America to work with me at home after my creative online business exploded. It is really quite unconventional and we're getting so many questions about our new work situation. So let's go into Mr. Magic's (aka Jason's) 90-day Review to see how he's doing, what he's doing and answer all of my follower's questions about what it's like having him at home and how we handled all of those insurance and retirement things. And what's next in his future! And to be honest it was never our master plan to be a husband-wife work-from-home team.  If you're asking if it makes sense for you? Listen in. Spoiler Alert: Jason received no raise and no bonus! But he's doing fantastic! lol   Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode080/ Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Get on the Inner Circle waitlist here Creator's Roadmap waitlist here Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc

Pivoting in business means making a change in direction and focus, abandoning a previous business effort in order to make a concerted effort toward a new goal. I've had several times in my creative business where I've had to make a pivot - some major shifts, some small shifts.  Change is scary. Change is hard. But I want to share my four experiences with you to help YOU in your business journey. How do you know when you need to pivot? Well, while coaching my creatives biz owners, I can  immediately recognize several signs when they need to pivot too. I am sharing these situations right here! They can be the biggest blessings in your business and I'll explain why. I have some tips how to deal with all the resistance and emotions that arise when your business needs to take a twist and a turn. In this episode, I'll be your permission granter and encourager for change!   Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode079/ ‎ Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc

Seriously. Quit doing all of the things in your business. I want to help you realize when it's time to outsource/hire/delegate in your business. This is gold information because it's the only way to get your business to grow. I also address those tasks you should NEVER delegate and, of course, I want to debunk all of my coaching clients' usual objections. Each One. SHOW NOTES: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode078/ Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc

I want to convince all of my creative business owners to be using Instagram Stories for their business. It's a free social media tool and I am completely obsessed with it!!! Let's (very quickly) talk about where to find them on your Instagram app.. and then dive into why you should be using these videos for your business. I've also share some great ideas on what you can put on your Instagram stories.   Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode077/ ‎ Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood Get on the Inner Circle waitlist here Creator's Roadmap waitlist here Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc

Thinking about the legal side of a business isn't exactly fun for most of us creative business owners. But's one of those things that is so extremely important and way easier if you set your business up right from the get-go. I am chatting with lawyer  Angie Avard Turner about some of the most important legal issues and how to protect your creative business. Since she has owned her own creative stationary business (and loves color and pattern too!), Angie gets us creative business owners  and breaks it down so we understand. She shares the five types of contracts you should have in place to protect yourself and your company's intellectual property AND what to in some of the most common situations of copyright infringement! Yes this happens to all of us creatives!! People steal our photos! We aren't going to use too many big scary legal words and I promise, if you have a creative business, it is worth protecting and listening to this podcast. Show Notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode076/ Facebook @themagicbrushinc Follow Instagram: @jenniferallwood

This is a re-run of one of my popular, most-useful podcasts for creative business owners: how to free up your time in your business and your life. I have always gotten an "A" in time management. Friends and followers ask me why I don't seem frantic and how I get so much done ... with children at home too! So I am sharing my seven top time-management tips on how to plan, guard and utilize your time so you can finally implement the things you need to do in your business. When you have a business you have to teach yourself how to gain focus, especially as a creative person. There are always going to be things to distract you. Many of you have six-figure businesses on the horizon, but the enemy is doing whatever he can to rob you of any productivity and the ability to manage your time. Let me help you with my best productivity advice- I've learned a thing or two!   SHOW NOTES Get on the Inner Circle waitlist here Creator's Roadmap waitlist here Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc Follow me on Instagram: @jenniferallwood

I love the Joyce Meyer's saying, "New level, new devil." As your business grows and you put yourself out there, you are going to notice more negativity on your social platforms and even inside your business and among your friends. You just are. Negative comments, direct messages, complaints, reviews from  trolls, Debbie downers and keyboard warriors.  I coach hundreds of business women who are struggling with these "people problems" of trash-talking naysayers and critics trying to steal their joy. I've been there. I've done that and I'm sharing 5 things to help you get through all the negativity and stay focused. This advice is Gold. And I really want to help you bring honor and purpose back into your business!   Show Notes On Instagram @jenniferallwood On Facebook @themagicbrushinc

No matter what age and how you're feeling, you can still rock your business. It's all about your attitude and mindset. In this episode, I want to be totally candid about how early menopause is affecting my business. Because it is! All women are going to go through menopause eventually, so whether you are or know someone who is going through menopause listen in. Because it's not just about menopause. It's about how to run a business when you don't feel like YOU and you don't feel like yourself.  Show Notes Get the show notes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode073/ Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc Follow me on Instastories: @jenniferallwood Email us at [email protected]

It's not unusual for business owners to feel lonely in their business journey. I get it. I've been there. In the last 17 years of running my decorative painting business in Kansas City and transitioning my talent to the online world, I often felt very extremely lonely, even when I was surrounded by people who loved me! I want to share four ways to battle that feeling of being lonely. What it's really about is the connections of people who understand and are like-minded. Let me share four ways to help you get through your loneliness.   Shownotes: https://www.jenniferallwood.com/episode072/ Get on the Inner Circle waitlist here Creator's Roadmap waitlist here Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc Follow me on Instastories: @jenniferallwood

Many creative business owners think they are beating the Facebook algorithm by offering a free facebook group as part of their sales funnel. Well, I don't like free Facebook groups. I know this is a personal opinion and it's what works for me and my business. I encourage you to listen to my 8 reasons for not using free groups before you invest  any more time or start one as part of your marketing funnel. I also share two reasons when I do think free Facebook groups are appropriate!!! Listen in ... there's a lot to learn in this episode!

Many work at home moms feel like they have to throttle back during the summer break when their kids are home from school. I want to encourage you NOT TO go dormant on your creative business and lose all of your momentum. For 17 years now, I've been a WAHM and that's all I know in my business. I always used the summer to get ahead of my competition and to take classes that would help my business. I know how to be resourceful. I know how to balance being a "good mom" and be an efficient, productive small business owner. I'm sharing 8 of my best tips for creating chunks of time so you can "get crap done."

Business consultant and video expert James Wedmore shares his knowledge on how to utilize the right entrepreneurial thinking to make profits in your business. James has tons of great advice and shares his experience in building his own business, which lead him from film school and bartending to being a 7-figure business consultant and marketing guru. His business advice is solid gold. He'll discuss the entrepreneurial mindset vs the employee mindset and how to keep and protect your creativity as a biz owner ... and so much more!

What's the best way to make clients and customers want to purchase from you? What's the most attractive thing for a partnership? It's all about the branding, baby. Let's talk about how business branding for small businesses has nothing to do with the logo, colors and fonts, but rather everything to do with you how you brand yourself.

Do not get overwhelmed and spend too much time and money going in the wrong direction. I'm sharing the success path to having an online business that makes consistent income. I'll share the six revenue streams I added to my online business so I could fight the up and downs of a seasonal business. These strategies will help you get some quick wins in your business. 

What do you say to people, complete strangers especially, who want to pick your brain for free business advice? Do you find yourself giving up your free time to help people? Let's talk about how to utilize your creative knowledge, expertise and experience into something that can translate to what's worth your time and effort. Plus I want to address your issues as to why you aren't already offering business coaching and consulting. 

This is my best advice to all creative entrepreneurs is: STOP working for FREE. Creatives are the only people who gets asked to do free work or get paid with free supplies. We need to change this mindset. Let me explain why your opinion, your recommendations, your knowledge and talent is worth something to companies, clients and customers. Affiliate marketing is just one way to start getting paid in dollars rather than in free craft or paint supplies.

I'm speaking with Christy Wright about five things you can do to turn your hobby into a business. Christy is a business guru who equips women with the things they need to run successful businesses. If you have a creative talent and are seriously thinking about trying it out as a business idea and wanting to make money, you'll need these tips to ensure a successful business.

I know firsthand how having a membership site can change a business and changed life for my family. I'm speaking with Stu McLaren, a business coach who teaches all types of entrepreneurs how to successfully launch and run a subscription-based business. Learn why this business model makes sense ... even from a creative business such as knitting to local car wash. Stu is opening his yearly course, Tribe, in which he goes over the tactics and strategies for running a membership site.

Whenever a creative business client asks me when it's time to leave their day job, I usually ask them these six different questions to see if they're ready. I also have advice to make sure certain aspects of their business are in place to make sure it is a successful transition. If you've been thinking about quitting your 9-to-5 to pursue a creative business dream listen to this first! And I also want to share my story about how I left my computer job.

I'm not anti-Etsy. I encourage my creative business owners to build their business online but I also encourage them to NOT ONLY sell on Etsy -- and let me tell you why. Etsy is a great starting point for getting your creative talents to the world, but there are some serious drawbacks to consider. I'm discussing four main reasons for not relying solely on Etsy and how to incorporate Etsy into your marketing strategy.

Creative business owners may have some hang-ups about how to utilize podcasting as part of their marketing strategy. I'm speaking with broadcasting pro Carrie Robaina, host of "She Walks in Truth," about how podcasting is not as difficult at is it appears and why creatives should consider doing one. We discuss the benefits of nurturing a podcast audience, who would make a great podcast ... and who wouldn't! These podcasting statistics are going to surprise you! Carrie is teaching her strategy and step-by-step plan in her new course - Rock your Podcast, which guides business owners how to launch a podcast in 30 days.

Four of my favorite professional interior designers share their thoughts on where they see design trends going for this year. We talk about textures, colors, metals, art and how to bring your own personality to your home design. These ladies also share their best tricks for room design if you can't afford a interior designer. They each have a different style and you will learn so much from them. Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode057/ What did you think of this episode? I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/   

Stylist Chastity Stemmons shares  why women  should dress for the position, love their body and fight for their own fancy! We talk about fashion, shopping, appearance and self-worth. I'm dying to know what you though of this episode! Plus I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

If you’re a creative business owner watching every else explode in growth around you, I need you to listen here. I have some encouraging words to help you realize why consistency is KEY .. why slow-and-steady growth is a good thing .. and I want to tell about my own business story, which didn’t happen over night.

In the new Facebook algorithm, meaningful engagement really matters for your page's ranking and visibility in the newsfeed. But is your Facebook page dead? Are you hearing crickets? Are you getting frustrated with your engagement level? I want to share some hard truths on why no one is talking on your business Facebook page and some suggestions for the types of posts for you to make and the types to avoid.

Facebook is changing its algorithm and affecting how your business page will be seen in the newsfeed. I have some tips and tricks to how to stay ahead of the changes and keep Facebook happy … and some advice about what NOT to post.

Today's episode is something a little different...it's a round robin panel of eight creators who will be sharing the secret to their success. They are all successful in different industries and will be giving tips for how they run their businesses and stay on top of everything. Get ready to learn and be inspired! 

This week's episode is for anyone who is tired of having to see "setting goals for January" posts all over the internet. And though goals are amazing and it's great to plan out the rest of the year and your business, it's also ok to stop and be realistic about how much you can actually handle. So if you don't feel like setting all of those goals, don't. Here's how you can still have focus without dealing with a huge to-do list.

Today's guest is Tamara Day, a TV Star in her own right who is featured on the the hit DIY Network show "Bargain Mansions." Tamara got her start buying and renovating rental homes with her family. She'll give us insight into her story and how her hard work lead to a television show. 

What better way to start the new year and your continued creative journey than to hear about upcoming trends from some of the industry's top painters. Today you'll learn from a team of 7 women and business owners who work from all over the country through different mediums including furniture. They'll teach us all how to keep an eye out for the next hot thing in the industry.  

So many young mothers reach out to me and are considering starting their own small businesses so that they can have some flexibility in life. But just because a mom is in the thick of parenting and helping their spouse manage a household, it doesn't mean they can't be great business owners. Here are a few ways that young moms are amazing and are definitely great entrepreneurs.  

I was invited to be the keynote speaker at the Booth Conference earlier this year. I took some time to think about what would help all of all of the fellow entrepreneurs who would be hearing my speech. I decided to highlight all of the things I wish I had known when I began my online business. Listen in and learn more about why you should grow a thick skin, and hire help for your business. 

Sandi Krakowski was my first business coach and an amazing mentor and friend who is an amazing copywriter as well. She's a "unicorn" and a wonderful motivator of small businesses. Learn more about how she started, and how she works on different projects. 

The Q4 is a goldmine and stressful, busy time for creative businesses. Here's some tips on how business owners can pace themselves and practice self care while working hard and making sure that they actually get to enjoy the holiday season while working. 

Social media influencer, podcaster, and soon-to-be author Jamie Ivey shares details on adoption, being a pastor's wife and how she got started podcasting. She's also an entrepreneur who runs a Happy Hour online store for other fun loving gals who love having a good time. Jamie's very first book, "If You Only Knew" earlier last year. Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode043/ I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/    More Info an to Purchase tickets to see Jamie at my Equipped Conference: https://jenniferallwood.com/conference/  (May 2-3, 2019)

Today's episode touches upon a topic that so many of you have asked me throughout this podcast: what kind of business to pick and get started on. So many creative people feel at a loss when choosing how to best showcase their skills and talents. Let's learn about how to get out of the "creative conundrum" together.  I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/  Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode042/ 

On this week's instillation we're joined by Sue B Zimmerman, a long-time entrepreneur, online influencer, and trend spotter who currently teaches businesses who to market themselves on Instagram. 

On this week's episode, I'll be speaking to best-selling author Jon Acuff. He has published several books, and is regularly featured on large news outlets like Good Day LA and CNN. Jon is also a social media wizard and has a huge following of fans who admire his inspirational work. 

Today I'll be talking to one of my great friends Carrie! She's a longtime media maven who has worked for newspapers, universities, and radio shows. Today we'll chat about how she's inspired to teach women her online skills and guide them through health and wellness coaching.   

Today I'm talking to my small business owner listeners about the path of success it takes to make it as a creative business online. The way we run our business has changed in the recent years with social media and I'm here to help you with your strategy in order to get some quick wins. My roadmap for creative entrepreneurs includes the 7 things every business owner needs to have in place online. And the multiple revenue streams that can be set up for every business to help you hustle less and make more.

Dale has been one of my favorite online business people for years and today he is our podcast guest! He's been named by Huffington Post as one of the top social media influencers for this generation. Today Dale and I chat about success, media, and so much more.

Today's episode we delve into something a lot of people don't like to talk about. The goal of this episode is for you to self examine and change your behavior. We're going to talk about the hidden addiction of serial learning. 

Forbes small-business influencer, best-selling author, international speaker, and so much more - this Texas girl is making her mark. Today's guest on The Jennifer Allwood Show is Carrie Wilkerson. 

SEO expert and fellow creative from The Shabby Creek Cottage, Gina Luker, is our guest this episode. Her business is all about creative ways to eat and decorate your life with fun and easy ideas. Gina is a writer through and through - today she is here to give you some tips on blogging, working with mental disorders, and being content.

Today's guest is the brilliant Rachel Miller - Serial Entrepreneur, Mom, and Facebook Phenom. Her Facebook page growth strategies have rocked my world. This high energy episode is one you do not want to miss!

Today's guest is a fashionista, part stand-by-your-man, and part hear-me roar -- Julianna Zobrist. She is such a busy woman and in this episode she joins me on The Jennifer Allwood Show to talk to us about how she juggles it all.   Show Notes:https://jenniferallwood.com/episode031 Get on my Creators' Inner Circle waitlist HERE Find me on Facebook @themagicbrushinc What did you think of this podcast??? I'd love to hear from you!!! (AND give your business a shoutout on my show) Please leave me an review on iTunes or your podcast app, and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/     

Today's guest is vintage jewelry designer and HGTV's Beach Flip runner up, Lucy Farmer! We were fast friends - this super talented, creative woman is so great to listen to. Join me as she shares her story and how she finds the pieces she uses to create her jewelry.

Today's guest, Dr. Samantha Madhosingh, is a licensed psychologist and best-selling author with over 20,000 hours of research on human potential and the brain under her belt. She helps entrepreneurs and women rewire their brain so that they can have mastery in their profession, success in their business, and get over the humps in their life. Dr. Samantha is here to talk with us about how the brain affects our lives and our business!  

As creatives, we've all got some level of chaos in our lives. Today's episode of the Jennifer Allwood Show is all about how passion and excitement drive us and how to keep everything tame without changing who you are.

Outsourcing and hiring help is so important. In this episode, I talk about being able to recognize when you are overwhelmed and why you shouldn't always have the entire workload on your shoulders.

Kendrick Shope is THE sales expert to know - you'll want to tune in to this one! She is the creator of Authentic Selling and host of the Sell Like a Woman podcast. Together we discuss how to sell, whether it be products or ideas.

Jen Hatmaker - OG blogger, New York Times bestseller, regular on the Today Show, HGTV star.. and I could go on! She's my amazing guest today and I can't wait for you to listen to this one. Want to hear from more guests like Jen Hatmaker? Leave me a review and let me know your thoughts! Plus I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

There are so many other options to make money without making and putting out product. You can shift your income and make money with your creative talents online - these are my 6 tips for you!

There's no prize for being busy. Today I give you time management tips so you can increase your productivity and make the most out of your time.

I am always talking about my light-weight, oversized leather earrings so I couldn't wait to get the owners of Nickel & Suede on my show to talk about their jewelry business. Kilee Nickel and her husband Soren share their business journey, in and outs of running a creative business with your significant other.  Do you find podcasts with real-life creative business owners worthwhile? I'd love to hear from you. If you're a business owner, ESPECIALLY, I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/  Thank you! 

I have coached thousands of women business owners and helped them build creative and service-based businesses. I have learned a thing or two, and I really want to share some key business tips for both beginning entrepreneurs and struggling businesses that need help and encouragement. If you're a business owner too, I'd REALLY LOVE to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/     

Come join me and my good friend Ruthie Staalsen for a chat! Ruthie is a lover of sparkles and the owner of DecRenew Interiors in Texas. Her business started as a way to get the average person to have a designer. She's most known for her hourly walk throughs where client's can pick her brain and ask for inspiration -- what a cool and fun approach to interior design! Do you love hearing from other creative business owners? I'd love to get your feedback and give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/

In this episode, I answer a question I get from you guys all the time -- how to get your spouse to be more supportive in your creative business. I've regrouped with my husband, Mr. Magic and have got some practical tips for you to help get your spouse on the same page. I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my next episode. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/

Today's special guest is the crazy talented Tiffany Lee Bymaster. We talk about how she built her business and all things affiliate marketing. I'd really love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

Recognizing why you're feeling burnt out will help you rectify the situation and catapult your business to the next level. In this episode, I go through the top 8 reasons why business owners get burned out. This will help you re-focus and re-motivate to grow your online business, and work smarter, not harder. Can you relate? I'd love read your thoughts on this topic and give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

Today's guest is jack of all trades, Brittany Hayes; designer, dreamer, doer, lover of color, and owner of Addison's Wonderland! Tune in to get the inside scoop on what it's like being a full-time Digital Media Influencer. Are you just as obsessed with Brittany's work as I am? I've love to hear from you ... PLUS I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/

Feeling like you want to shrink back and shut down is normal! Entrepreneurship comes with its ups and downs, but that is no reason to give up. Tune in to find out my top 4 reasons WHY you'll get this feeling and solutions to get through it.  I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

Thinking of taking your business online? Here is the down and dirty of what you need to prepare for! Is it easy? No. Is it possible? Yes! Join me and guest Jenni Ingram from Roots and Wings as we discuss the do's and don'ts! Jenni has worked so hard to  I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/  Get on the waitlist for my Inner Circle: https://creatorsinnercircle.com/

In this episode, Jennifer will share some tell-tale signs of an introvert. Find out which celebrity business owners are introverts, and how being introverted can actually HELP you succeed in business! Whether your an extrovert or introvert, I'd love to hear your thoughts! I'd also love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/  

In this episode, Jennifer welcomes sisters Ashley and Whitney, woodworking and design experts of Shanty 2 Chic, who share their life journey from their first craft with a handsaw to their success today! We talk about life as work from home moms and what goes into their amazing business.    What did you think of the show? I'd love to hear from YOU and I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

Want to know how to get social media followers and engage them to grow your brand? In this episode, Jennifer shares six insider tips of the trade on how to take your social media to the next level, and answers your questions! I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my show. Please leave me an review and then connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

Chrysy Huff Talks family, business, and carrying Joanna Gaines lines of furniture. In this episode, Restoration Emporium's Chrysy Huff shares her five-year story of building her vintage retail business and managing its success alongside her family. I'd love to give your business a shoutout on my next episode! Leave me a podcast review.   Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

In this episode, Jennifer speaks with incredible powerhouse and founder of The Monetized Life, Nicole Walters. Nicole shares her story -- from living 'The American Dream' to quitting her job live on periscope to entrepreneurship... and what's next!? Love the show? I'd love to hear from you and shout out your business on my show! Please leave me a review! Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

In this episode of The Jennifer Allwood Show, paint and design expert, Jennifer, answers a commonly asked question -- How do I break out of corporate America into a creative business? Where do I start? Jennifer brings on and coaches friend, Sherri Louison, who has been through the same situation.  Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode008 Find me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/  

The truth is 8 out of 10 businesses fail. The biggest reason is because when people go into a business, they have a disillusioned idea of what business ownership looks like. In this episode of The Jennifer Allwood Show, owner of the Magic Brush and leading paint pro and DIY-er Jennifer Allwood tells you the 6 myths about starting your own business to help prevent you from becoming part of the statistic. Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode007 Find me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/   

In this episode of The Jennifer Allwood Show, owner of the Magic Brush and leading paint pro and DIY-er Jennifer Allwood talks with Fixer Upper's carpenters Clint and Kelly Harp. The duo share their carpentry story, answer some of your questions, and discuss their new show, Wood Work, which airs on the DIY Network Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode006 Find me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

Your house should always be a project in a state of transition. In this episode of The Jennifer Allwood show, Jennifer gives practical tips of what you can do in your house to help you fall in love with it all over again.   Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode005 Find me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/ 

In this episode of The Jennifer Allwood Show, owner of The Magic Brush and pro DIY-er Jennifer Allwood chats with Anchored Soul Designs business owner and member of her coaching group, Stacey Haynes. Jennifer coaches Stacey and helps her find ways to transform her business. You can find Stacey doing business at http://www.anchoredsouldesigns.com/   Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode004 Find me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/   

69% of all business owners start their business from home and, in this episode, Jennifer Allwood encourages you to make that leap! Jennifer shares her story on how she got to where she is.   Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode003 Find me on IG:https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/

In this episode of The Jennifer Allwood Show, Jennifer talks to designer and friend Jennifer Bertrand. The two creative experts talk about Bertrand's story from winning HGTV's Design Stars to losing her home and going through complications with her new child. Show Notes: http://jenniferallwood.com/episode002 Find me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/

In this episode of The Jennifer Allwood show, Jennifer shares her key tips to successful home decorating and running a creative business and how success often comes from just TRYING THINGS.   Show Notes: https://jenniferallwood.com/episode001 Find me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood/