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If you run a business online, then this is the show for you. Listen in as your host, Abagail Pumphrey delivers semi-ranty business strategies touching on everything from building a profitable offer to scaling sustainably to growing an ethical culture and everything in between.
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Semi-ranty business strategies for successful small business owners.
Hey, it’s your host, Abagail Pumphrey. And I’m on a personal mission to help more small business owners become financially free.
I like to nerd out on all things business, marketing, and most definitely the numbers. I’m talking all the lessons learned as I turned a layoff into a 7-figure online business.
I like to share it all and no conversation is off the table. We talk actionable strategies, biz challenges, and all the things life throws your way - grief, anxiety, loss, and resilience are all topics you’ll find here.
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How to Build an Email List from Scratch
With email marketing, you get to drive traffic way more directly than you can with social posts. So many of you have been asking how to build an email list from scratch and today I want to dive right into this discussion!
You Ghosted Your Email List - Craft Your Comeback Strategy
Have you ever ghosted your email list and wondered about how to make a comeback? Or if you even could! You're not alone, and I’m here to help. In this episode, I’m diving deep into the art of reengaging an inactive audience authentically and strategically. We’ll talk about why the gap happened, how to assess the situation, and, most importantly, how to craft a comeback plan that feels true to you. I’ll share actionable steps to get your email list going again, from providing genuine value to maintaining consistency.
The Latest Email Marketing Trends: Summer 2024
From the incredible potential of generative AI to the allure of fully customized experiences, there are numerous innovative ways to elevate your email strategy. While I can’t predict the future, I can share what I’m seeing in the world of email marketing to help you stay ahead of the curve! By leveraging industry research, inbox analysis, and deep reflection on my own business, I’ve compiled some of the hottest trends for 2024. These insights will help you harness the power of email marketing and take your campaigns to the next level.
How to Be Funny (... even if you're not) with Lianna Patch
Writing funny copy is an excellent way to make your brand memorable and connect with customers, but it can feel pretty risky. What if it’s not actually funny? Or worse, you end up inadvertently offending someone?
Joining us today to set our minds at ease is Lianna Patch, a conversion copywriter and comedian whose greatest dream is to make your customers pause, smile, and click – in that order.
The Real Reason You're Not Achieving Your Goals
Many entrepreneurs set ambitious targets but often find themselves falling short. In this episode, we explore the REAL reason why you’re not achieving your goals, unpack the underlying beliefs that might be holding you back, and provide actionable insights to help you break through these barriers.
Join me as I delve into how you might be standing in your own way and offer strategies to move your business forward in alignment with your life goals. I share key mindset shifts to help reduce the pressure and constant stress that many entrepreneurs experience as their businesses scale and the goalposts keep shifting.
What Women Really Think about Sales with Lisa Smith
Do you know what your customers really want? Or are you mostly relying on assumptions to drive your sales? In one of her latest studies, Lisa Smith did more than just survey her audience; she dug deep into the mindset and potential obstacles that people encounter in sales. Lisa has also generously made this work publicly available. She is committed to seeing others benefit from this information and will continue to grow the study in years to come!
The Power of Pause & How to Leverage it to Accelerate Your Online Business
Today we are digging into what it really takes to reinvigorate yourself. When I am feeling creative resistance, I have a tendency to try and push through – creating an unnecessary environment of stress. When you really slow down, you have the opportunity to gain a new perspective. I like to teach you through my own experiences so I wanted to put myself in my client's shoes. At the end of last year and the beginning of this year, I found that my clients were really resistant to showing up online and I started questioning why. I realized that the resistance largely stemmed from the fear that my clients once understood social media and now no longer do!
Get Sponsored: How to Land Iconic Brand Deals with Justin Moore
During this episode, we dive into strategies to land unique brand deals that not only benefit you with sponsorship dollars, but also help you grow your business and get more clients. With these strategies you’ll ultimately impact the brands you build with as well as your company. We also talk about Justin’s origin story and how he built his brand, a strong YouTube following and even an Influencer Agency.
Will the 4-Day Work Week Become Law? Plus, Our Pilot & Company Update
Have you been considering implementing a four-day workweek into your business but are just a little hesitant? Well, then this episode is for you! I was just as resistant to the idea of shortening the week but when I did it, I realized that you can do less and achieve more while creating an environment that honors people and their lives.
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Tune in to learn about the massive discounts we’ll be having for the Co-Op and our Digital Jumpstart Program, all through November until the 2nd of December. Whether you’re a total newcomer or you’ve done these programs before, there is something for everyone. You’ll also reap greater rewards if you lock in these discounts early, so the sooner you commit to this deal, the more you’ll be saving. This is so much more than just a sale; it’s your opportunity to step in 2025 with momentum and commit to your business growth for the long haul.