EPISODE · Jan 22, 2026 · 1H 8M
172. Successful Women Reveal How They Built Profitable Businesses (Real Talk Panel)
from Next Level Women · host Joy Rowland
If you’re a female entrepreneur who wants consistent clients and sustainable sales — this episode is for you. In this powerful panel conversation on The Next Level Women Podcast, I’m joined by three successful women entrepreneurs who share the *real truth* about what it takes to grow a profitable business without losing yourself in the process. We talk about: ✔️ How to get consistent clients without forcing sales ✔️ Why so many women undercharge (and how to fix it) ✔️ Pivoting your business without fear or shame ✔️ Overcoming imposter syndrome as a woman in business ✔️ Selling from integrity instead of pressure ✔️ Building confidence that actually converts into income This is not surface-level advice. This is lived experience from women who have built successful businesses across coaching, consulting, creative industries, tech, and wellness. 🎯 If you are: • A female entrepreneur • Struggling with sales or visibility • Afraid to pivot or raise your prices • Tired of inconsistent income • Ready to grow your business at the next level …this conversation will change how you think about money, confidence, and success. ⬇️ Connect with the panelists and explore the resources mentioned in this episode below. 🎙️ PANELIST BIOS & LINKS 🎤 Melissa Mulligan Vocal Coach | Music Career Consultant | Founder, Music Career Mastermind Melissa Mulligan is a vocal coach and music career consultant with over 20 years of experience helping artists build sustainable, successful careers in the music industry. She is the founder of the online academy Music Career Mastermind, where she mentors performers, songwriters, and producers through bespoke coaching and group programs. Melissa has worked with artists including members of AJR, Green Day, New Found Glory, Emmy-winning performers, Broadway musicians, and John Lennon Songwriting Award winners. She also serves as a vocal consultant to record labels and management firms, and her clients have signed major record deals, toured internationally, and attended top music programs worldwide. 🔗 Website: https://www.mastermindroad.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/music_career_mastermind/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@music_career_mastermind 🧵 Threads: https://www.threads.com/@music_career_mastermind ✍🏾 NaKeesa Marie Creative Entrepreneur | Consultant | Self-Care Advocate NaKeesa Marie is a writer, creative entrepreneur, and the owner of NaKeesa Marie Enterprises, a boutique consulting business based in Tacoma, Washington. For over 20 years, she has helped artists and creatives build profitable, values-aligned careers—most notably serving as the long-time manager and creative director for visual artist George Jennings. She is the creator of the 100 Days of Gentle Accountability guided journal series and the workshop How to Monetize Your Creative Practice, where she teaches artists how to create multiple income streams without burnout. Her work sits at the intersection of business strategy, storytelling, and sustainable self-care. 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nakeesamarie/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nakeesa-frazier-jennings-17b417170/ 🧵 Threads: https://www.threads.com/@nakeesamarie 🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nakeesamarie 💻 Sarah Quintero Founder, KarmaChic Marketplace | Business Strategy & Tech Advocate Sarah Quintero is the founder of KarmaChic Marketplace, a digital platform designed to help independent entrepreneurs grow without big budgets or complicated technology. KarmaChic supports both product-based and service-based businesses with visibility, systems, and practical growth strategies. Built from lived experience as a former brick-and-mortar retailer turned digital founder, Sarah focuses on creating accessible pathways for entrepreneurs who are often overlooked by traditional platforms. Her work centers on sustainability, smart systems, and empowering business owners to scale with confidence. 🌐 Website: https://www.karmachicmp.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karmachicmp/?hl=en 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karmachicmp/ ⏱️ YouTube Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 Introduction – Why This Conversation Matters for Women in Business 01:00 Meet the Panel: Successful Women Entrepreneurs 06:00 Pivoting in Business Without Losing Your Purpose 11:45 Staying in Business Long-Term as a Woman 16:30 Imposter Syndrome & Confidence in Entrepreneurship 19:20 Why Sales Feels Hard for Women (And the Truth) 24:10 Selling From Integrity Instead of Pressure 28:00 Money Mindset & Charging What You’re Worth 33:45 The Power of Representation & Visibility 38:30 Pricing Mistakes That Hold Women Back 44:00 What Most Coaches Get Wrong About Worth & Pricing 48:00 How to Start Growing Your Business Today 50:55 How Each Guest Helps Clients & Entrepreneurs 59:30 Advice to Our 21-Year-Old Selves 01:07:10 Final Takeaways for Female Coaches & Consultants #WomenInBusiness #FemaleEntrepreneurs #ConsistentClients #BusinessGrowth #WomenCoaches
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If you’re a female entrepreneur who wants consistent clients and sustainable sales — this episode is for you. In this powerful panel conversation on The Next Level Women Podcast, I’m joined by three successful women entrepreneurs who share the *real truth* about what it takes to grow a profitable business without losing yourself in the process. We talk about:✔️ How to get consistent clients without forcing sales✔️ Why so many women undercharge (and how to fix it)✔️ Pivoting your business without fear or shame✔️ Overcoming imposter syndrome as a woman in business✔️ Selling from integrity instead of pressure✔️ Building confidence that actually converts into income This is not surface-level advice.This is lived experience from women who have built successful businesses across coaching, consulting, creative industries, tech, and wellness. 🎯 If you are:• A female entrepreneur• Struggling with sales or visibility• Afraid to pivot or raise your prices• Tired of inconsistent income• Ready to grow your business at the next level …this conversation will change how you think about money, confidence, and success. ⬇️ Connect with the panelists and explore the resources mentioned in this episode below. 🎙️ PANELIST BIOS & LINKS 🎤 Melissa MulliganVocal Coach | Music Career Consultant | Founder, Music Career Mastermind Melissa Mulligan is a vocal coach and music career consultant with over 20 years of experience helping artists build sustainable, successful careers in the music industry. She is the founder of the online academy Music Career Mastermind, where she mentors performers, songwriters, and producers through bespoke coaching and group programs. Melissa has worked with artists including members of AJR, Green Day, New Found Glory, Emmy-winning performers, Broadway musicians, and John Lennon Songwriting Award winners. She also serves as a vocal consultant to record labels and management firms, and her clients have signed major record deals, toured internationally, and attended top music programs worldwide. 🔗 Website: https://www.mastermindroad.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/music_career_mastermind/🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@music_career_mastermind🧵 Threads: https://www.threads.com/@music_career_mastermind ✍🏾 NaKeesa MarieCreative Entrepreneur | Consultant | Self-Care Advocate NaKeesa Marie is a writer, creative entrepreneur, and the owner of NaKeesa Marie Enterprises, a boutique consulting business based in Tacoma, Washington. For over 20 years, she has helped artists and creatives build profitable, values-aligned careers—most notably serving as the long-time manager and creative director for visual artist George Jennings. She is the creator of the 100 Days of Gentle Accountability guided journal series and the workshop How to Monetize Your Creative Practice, where she teaches artists how to create multiple income streams without burnout. Her work sits at the intersection of business strategy, storytelling, and sustainable self-care. 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nakeesamarie/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nakeesa-frazier-jennings-17b417170/🧵 Threads: https://www.threads.com/@nakeesamarie🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nakeesamarie 💻 Sarah QuinteroFounder, KarmaChic Marketplace | Business Strategy & Tech Advocate Sarah Quintero is the founder of KarmaChic Marketplace, a digital platform designed to help independent entrepreneurs grow without big budgets or complicated technology. KarmaChic supports both product-based and service-based businesses with visibility, systems, and practical growth strategies. Built from lived experience as a former brick-and-mortar retailer turned digital founder, Sarah focuses on creating accessible pathways for entrepreneurs who are often overlooked by traditional platforms. Her work centers on sustainability, smart systems, and empowering business owners to scale with confidence. 🌐 Website: https://www.karmachicmp.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram
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