The Aspiring Solopreneur
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Flying solo in business is both exhilarating and terrifying. If you're thinking about becoming a solopreneur, this is the podcast for you. Hosts Joe Rando and Carly Ries bring you two episodes every week that will take you through guest interviews and topical series by the hosts to help you get on the right path to success and achieve your goals, whatever those goals may be. Whether you..
The Aspiring Solopreneur
13h ago
Staying busy as a solopreneur is one thing, but being productive is something entirely different!
Sure, you've heard all the basics – time blocking, to-do lists, and the Pomodoro technique...but I bet you haven't heard of Carly's favorite productivity hack that she shares in this episode (it may even be a little TMI!)!
In this short episode, she and Joe share their favorite hacks that you can't always get from a simple Google search. They go beyond the obvious to uncover hidden gems that will have you wondering why you didn’t start using them sooner.
Be sure to tune in!
Being a solopren ..read more
The Aspiring Solopreneur
2d ago
This podcast episode is being released in early October 2024, and just over a week ago, HubSpot hosted their massive annual conference that covered the latest trends and tactics in marketing, sales, and AI…and we had two people attend who are ready to give you the biggest takeaways from the event that apply specifically to solopreneurs.
Co-host of this podcast and founder of LifeStarr, Joe Rondo attended, and our very own George B. Thomas not only attended, but presented multiple times. So you have some very credible sources sharing their insights today.
From groundbreaking strategies t ..read more
The Aspiring Solopreneur
1w ago
Lead magnet effectiveness has evolved significantly as consumer expectations and digital landscapes shift. In the past, solopreneurs could rely on whitepapers and ebooks to capture leads, but with the oversaturation of content, these strategies have lost their edge. Today’s audience seeks more immediate, interactive, and personalized value.
Solopreneurs can no longer depend on static downloads—they need to create engaging, actionable resources that build trust and provide tangible benefits in real time to stand out in an increasingly crowded market.
In this episode, we briefly reflect on the c ..read more
The Aspiring Solopreneur
2w ago
We all rely so heavily on social proof these days, whether we're asking a friend for advice, reviewing testimonials, searching through Google reviews, or whatever.
We all do our background research when we are trying to find a new solution, which always makes us wonder why more solopreneurs aren't implementing this tactic in their own businesses.
In this episode, we have a full conversation about this and give our thoughts and opinions on what you should do about it.
This is a great episode if you are trying to build those reviews and testimonials and get that social proof out the ..read more
The Aspiring Solopreneur
2w ago
Folks, we’re getting personal.
On today’s episode, we’re joined by Michael DeVous Jr. He has been living and breathing the entertainment industry for over 30 years, and while that certainly comes with its glitz and glam, life has thrown its fair share of curveballs his way, from daunting obstacles to downright heartbreaking tragedies. However, in those tough times, he found something extraordinary—how to make fear his friend.
In this unique and personal chat, we talk about the power of community, authenticity, and how to actually make fear your friend. Michael shares his journey from facing ..read more
The Aspiring Solopreneur
2w ago
Folks, we’re getting personal.
On today’s episode, we’re joined by Michael DeVous Jr. He has been living and breathing the entertainment industry for over 30 years, and while that certainly comes with its glitz and glam, life has thrown its fair share of curveballs his way, from daunting obstacles to downright heartbreaking tragedies. However, in those tough times, he found something extraordinary—how to make fear his friend.
In this unique and personal chat, we talk about the power of community, authenticity, and how to actually make fear your friend. Michael shares his journey from facing ..read more
The Aspiring Solopreneur
3w ago
Welcome to our first Sound Bite episode! We decided to add some shorter episodes each week to give you some quick food for thought.
This week, we dive into how content marketing has changed over the past decade and what you need to know now as a solopreneur.
This is just a quick little chat between those hosts where we shed light on our opinions of the topic of the week. Enjoy ..read more
The Aspiring Solopreneur
3w ago
Ever have a conversation with somebody and leave feeling like you just drank a cup of coffee because their high energy is just so contagious?
That recently happened to us during a conversation covering legal and tax pointers for solopreneurs. We know, not always the most upbeat topic, but let us tell you, this chat was so energizing and so informative!
We invited Mark Kohler on the show and if you aren’t familiar with Mark, it’s time to get familiar. To say he has a wealth of expertise in tax, legal, wealth management, estate planning, and asset protection, is an understatement.
He has lite ..read more
The Aspiring Solopreneur
1M ago
We always say that going solo in business doesn’t mean you’re alone. And we can’t stress this point enough. You do not, and should not, carry the weight of an entire business on your shoulders. That’s a lot.
However, it can be hard for people to not want to take everything on themselves, which can leave them feeling trapped and stagnant in their businesses. So how can you overcome this?
Well, one of the ways is by hiring a coach and if you clicked on this episode, chances are we’ve already piqued your interest with this topic, so we’re glad you’re tuning in.
Today, we're diving deep into ..read more
The Aspiring Solopreneur
1M ago
Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything that professionals tell you to do in your business to make it successful and something just doesn’t feel right or isn’t clicking?
For many of us solopreneurs, we start our own businesses to feel more fulfilled in our careers, but what do you do when that isn’t happening?
Well, let us ask you this, have you ever considered applying the concept of Human Design to your business?
You may not have even heard about this concept, and that will all change in today's episode.
We invited Mel McSherry on to help you become the architect of your success ..read more