#25: How to Get Out of Side Hustle Mode and Finally Scale | From Hobby to 6-Figure Business

In this episode, we uncover: Why so many makers get stuck in “hobby” mode — and how to break free. The biggest mindset blocks that keep creatives from growing past a plateau. Practical steps Elke can take right now to build her audience and email list. How to set clear goals and deadlines without losing the joy of creating. What it really looks like to transition from passion project → profitable empire    ⏩ CHAPTERS  0:00 - Intro 02:01 - Elke’s Business and Challenges 04:23 - Strategies for Scaling Creative Businesses 05:51 - Building an Audience and Email List 16:47 - Mindset and Overcoming Blocks 24:00 - Overcoming Fear in Business 25:00 - First Steps in Building an Email List 26:05 - Importance of Deep Dive Surveys 27:31 - Mindset Shift: From Hobby to Seven-Figure Business 30:33 - Balancing Business with Personal Life 33:18 - Setting Goals and Deadlines 34:37 -  Reevaluating Business Models for Scalability 40:10 - Focusing on High-Leverage Activities 42:50 - Final Thoughts and Encouragement   GET HELP FROM LEAH: 🟢 The Goldmine membership:  https://www.leahcoach.com/goldmine-waitlist  ⚫ Work with Leah Directly:  https://tidycal.com/team/legacylaunchpad/strategy-chat  💌 Get helpful emails from Leah about business, family, and faith: https://leahmchenry.com/newsletter    ❤️ CONNECT WITH LEAH: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/realleahmchenry/  Facebook - http://Facebook.com/realleahmchenry  Join the Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1F41sdD3pP/    Thanks for tuning in! Be sure to follow and leave a review!