Independent Business

Does busyness always equal more revenue for your business? The truth is…no, it doesn’t. If we want to grow sustainably, we need to be more strategic with how we spend our time, the services that we offer, and how to price them in a way that's going to grow our business.Business strategist Holly Haynes joins us on the show to talk about how we can create more profit in our business using income-stacking strategies. This conversation is pure gold and includes key ways to help you work with what you have to create more profit in your business. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedSimone Biles bows to Rebecca AndradeConnect with the guestIncome stacking master class: https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/profitWebsite: https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehollymariehaynes/ Connect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comInstagram: instagram.com/honeybookInstagram: instagram.com/akuakonadu_

Are you experiencing slow growth in your business? In this episode, my guest Kayla Hollatz shares why slow growth is not a bad thing. Kayla is a copywriter and website strategist, and we have a much-needed conversation about how to honor ourselves and lead with intention in everything we do.  Kayla also shares how she has evolved after walking through the hardest season of her life, why it’s important to embrace your current pace and trust the process, and other powerful insights that business owners need to hear. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Connect with the guestWebsite: kaylahollatz.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/kaylahollatz Three MPH: threemph.comConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comInstagram: instagram.com/honeybookInstagram: instagram.com/akuakonadu_

Many business owners are timid about setting boundaries with their clients because they fear it will negatively impact their business. However, our guest on today’s episode found the opposite to be true.Becca Bunch is the founder and CEO of the social media marketing agency Homemade Social. When she and her team implemented new boundaries and systems with their clients, their revenue went up 44%. In this episode, she’s sharing the exact boundaries she sets and the systems she uses to maintain them.The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedCareer CivilityOpen Phone appGroove appOpal appConnect with the guestWebsite: homemadesocial.comHomemade Social Instagram: instagram.com/homemadesocial_Becca’s Instagram: instagram.com/bbooksConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comInstagram: instagram.com/honeybookInstagram: instagram.com/akuakonadu_

Do you want your website to make more money for your business? Today’s guest has tips to take your brand and website to the next level. Danielle Connor is a website designer who works with female business owners to create sites that convert.This episode is jam packed with tangible tips to improve your website, along with tips for staying true to your brand and allowing your brand to evolve with you. Plus, she touches on how to step into the CEO role of your business instead of treating yourself like a solopreneur, and how your website can do the same. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Connect with the guestWebsite: danielleconnor.comInstagram: instagram.com/danielle.a.connorConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comInstagram: instagram.com/honeybookInstagram: instagram.com/akuakonadu_

What do you do when two celebrities steal your podcast name? On this episode, I’m joined by Phoebe and Caroline Connell, two sisters who host the Pretty Little Podcast, a Pretty Little Liars rewatch podcast. Phoebe and Caroline hosted this show for two years before two actresses from the show launched their own rewatch podcast with the same name.Their story got crazier from there, but in the end, Phoebe and Caroline turned it into a huge opportunity for their podcast. They share how they built a loyal community that had their backs during this whole experience, advice on how to protect your business from a situation like this, and ways to monetize your podcast that benefits your community. The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedCaroline’s TikTokVictoria AlarioShea Cochran episode PatreonConnect with the guestsPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprettylittlep0dcast/?hl=enPodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theprettylittlepodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThePrettyLittlePodcastConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comInstagram: instagram.com/honeybookInstagram: instagram.com/akuakonadu_

Are you looking for new ways to collaborate with other independent business owners? If so, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Danielle Wiebe, a community builder, collaboration expert, and business strategist who talks about how we can use creative collaborations and partnership strategies to reach our ideal clients.Danielle gives us so many tangible tips on the different ways business owners can collaborate, how to cold pitch potential collaborators, and how to move forward if a collaboration doesn't work out. You're going to walk away with new and innovative ways to collaborate with other business owners to help generate revenue in your business.The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedOur episode with Ellen YinOur episode on Ellen Yin’s podcast Our episode with Lakrisha DavisConnect with the guestBusiness Babes Collective podcast: businessbabescollective.com/podcast Business Babes Instagram: instagram.com/businessbabescoPersonal Instagram: instagram.com/danilivinglifeConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comInstagram: instagram.com/honeybookInstagram: instagram.com/akuakonadu_

How do you navigate friendships and deal with conflicts as a business owner? How can meaningful relationships impact your business success? Friendship educator Danielle Bayard Jackson joins us to talk about relationships and why they’re so important for your business and beyond. Danielle is an educator, publicist, and author of the book Fighting For Our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships.The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedCofounder conflict studyThe Art of Gathering bookThe Good Enough Job bookConnect with the guestFighting For Our Friendships bookWebsite: betterfemalefriendships.comWebsite: daniellebayardjackson.comInstagram: instagram.com/daniellebayardjacksonConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comInstagram: instagram.com/honeybookInstagram: instagram.com/akuakonadu_

Did you know that outside of my full-time role as the host of the Independent Business for HoneyBook, I also own two businesses? Lately, I’ve been asked how I am managing my time as a full-time employee and business owner. Spoiler alert: it didn’t come easy or naturally and the transition was tough. In today’s short and sweet solo episode, I’m sharing the productivity and strategy tips I’ve implemented to balance all of my roles and avoid burnout. If you’re looking for better ways to manage your time as a business owner, this episode is for you.The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.Resources mentionedThe secret to working less so you can make more money with Shay CochraneWorkflows and automationsScheduler featureAI email composerConnect with the hostWebsite: podcast.honeybook.comInstagram: instagram.com/honeybookInstagram: instagram.com/akuakonadu_