Cozy Business With Katherine

What if you could grow a thriving email list, build a loyal community, and run a real business, without relying on social media?Kylie Kelly went from wedding photographer to six-figure growth strategist and she built her entire business without relying on social media. In this conversation, Kylie shares how she grew her email list from zero, launched a Skool community to over 1,000 members in eight weeks, and why genuine relationship-building is the most underrated business strategy of our time.In this episode you'll learn:→ Kylie's simple two-sided strategy for growing your email list without posting on social media→ How to build a community with real depth→ Why your welcome sequence might be hurting your deliverability → The honest truth about how long business actually takes→ How to stay focused when you want to do all the things Want to connect with Kylie?Kylie Kelly is a thought leader, connector, and business mentor for women who are done chasing visibility on platforms that drain them. She built her audience from scratch in 2022 - from 0 to 7,000+ humans - using simple, relationship-first strategies that feel good, work fast, and create trust that actually converts.WEBSITE: https://kyliekelly.com/ SKOOL COMMUNITY: https://www.skool.com/online-biz-growth/about WELCOME EMAIL TEMPLATE: http://kyliekelly.com/starthere---------------------------Want to do cozy business with me? Join the 7-Day FREE trial of the Cozy Business Quest on Skool: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutCurious about the Skool platform? Get a 14-day free trial here*: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skool---------------------------Say hi on social:Instagram: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/itunesFacebook: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/linkedinPinterest: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/pinterestListen to The Cozy Business With Katherine Podcast here:iTunes: http://katherinemackenziesmith.com/itunesSpotify: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/spotifyDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

If your content isn't connecting, it might not be your expertise - it might be that you're trying to say too much in one post.In this episode (Part 2 of the Underthinking Content series), I'm sharing how big picture thinkers and neurodivergent solopreneurs can simplify their content by solving small, specific problems, and why that actually builds more trust than trying to explain the full transformation.If you've ever felt like your content is vague, not landing, or putting too much pressure on one post to do all the heavy lifting this one's for you.You'll learn:→ Why trying to explain your whole framework in one post actually makes your message more vague, not more clear.→ How to share content the algorithm favours (without changing your whole strategy)→ The number 1 thing I see a lot of solopreneurs doing that puts pressure on one piece of content to sell their offer→ Why solving small problems builds compounding trust far more than describing the big transformation.→ My simple-to-implement steps to take a big idea and turn it into multiple pieces of content📌 MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Underthinking Social Media Toolkit ($9 or free with 7-Day Trial):👉 https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/underthinking-social-media/Cozy Business Quest 7-Day Free Trial:👉 https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutPart 1 of the Underthinking Content Series: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPWwazEY-ZWrjkEV7T1g4C3grb4Zm1sqe-📬 Join the free Visibility Vault community: https://www.skool.com/visibility/about🎙️ Listen to the Cozy Business YouTube: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/youtube📸 Find me on Instagram: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/instagram/#contentmarketing #solopreneur #neurodivergentbusiness #contentcreationtips #underthinkingcontent #coachingbusiness #introverts #contentStrategyDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

If you've been trying to show up on every platform, in every format, with a new idea every single day (and still feeling behind), you're not alone.Most solopreneurs don't struggle with consistency because they're lazy or not trying hard enough. They struggle because the system they've built has too many moving parts to sustain.In this video, I'm sharing the content structure I use that makes showing up consistently actually possible - without the burnout, the all-or-nothing cycles, or the constant feeling that you should be doing more.You'll learn:👉 Why trying to be everywhere is the main thing keeping you stuck👉The one-platform, one-format structure that removes decision fatigue👉 How to figure out your realistic posting rhythm (not your ideal one, your actual one)👉 What to remove from your content strategy right nowThis is Video 1 in the Underthinking Social Media series - a 4-part series for coaches, consultants, and sensitive solopreneurs who want a visibility strategy that actually fits how they work.🎁 Grab the free companion guide for this series here: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/underthinking-social-media-method/▶️ Watch the full series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPWwazEY-ZWrjkEV7T1g4C3grb4Zm1sqe🌿 Ready to build a business that fits you?Try the Cozy Business Quest free for 7 days → https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/about Or check out the Underthinking Social Media Toolkit: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/underthinking-social-media/Curious about the Skool platform? Get a 14-day free trial here*: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skool---------------------------Say hi on social:Instagram: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/instagramFacebook: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/linkedinPinterest: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/pinterestListen to The Cozy Business With Katherine Podcast here:iTunes: http://katherinemackenziesmith.com/itunesSpotify: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/spotifyDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Personal branding is something that most people get dropped into the deep end of when they decide to start an online business. It's just another thing you have to learn and think about.But not Suz Chadwick. With 20+ years in sales, marketing, and branding, she's the founder of Personal Brand Agency, Bold Vibes Consulting, author of Play Big, Brand Bold, and host of the Brand Builders Lab podcast. Suz specialises in helping ambitious women build magnetic brands that attract dream clients and create profitable businesses.In this episode, we chat about:→ The importance of building a brand so aligned with who you are that when you meet people you're exactly who they expected→ What personal branding is and the 3 vital elements of building a sustainable one→ How to decide how much of yourself to share online→ What to think about if you're worried about how people will respond to you→ Getting excited about talking about your work and sharing your journey online with your peopleWant to connect with Suz?Website - https://suzchadwick.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/suzchadwick/---------------------------Want to do cozy business with me? Join the 7-Day FREE trial of the Cozy Business Quest on Skool: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutCome check out my new Free group The Visibility Vault: https://www.skool.com/visibility/aboutCurious about the Skool platform? Get a 14-day free trial here*: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skool---------------------------Say hi on social:Instagram: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/itunesFacebook: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/linkedinPinterest: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/pinterestListen to The Cozy Business With Katherine Podcast here:iTunes: http://katherinemackenziesmith.com/itunesSpotify: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/spotifyDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

If content feels like a heavy, time-consuming task that never quite delivers the results you want, this episode is for you. I'm sharing my 10-minute content approach: a mindset and habit shift away from perfectionism, pressure, and overthinking, and towards micro consistency, real human connection, and showing up in a way that actually feels sustainable. You'll hear why raw and relatable beats polished every time right now, how to stop treating every piece of content as a separate creation task, and three simple ways to start making content work with your life instead of against it.Want to go deeper or have a question?Come and join my FREE Visibility Vault communityGrab the brand new Underthinking Instagram for just $7Come say hi on Instagram @miss_kmsDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Most introverted, highly sensitive, and overthinking entrepreneurs know this pattern well:You work on your website and offer copyYou grow, learn something new, or have a big personal shiftSuddenly everything feels outdated before it ever went liveSo you go back to the beginning... againThe reality? That big expansion you just had looks much smaller from the outside. It's not a full overhaul - it's a new layer of depth on work that was already good. But it feels like starting over, so that's what we do.That's what I'm talking about in this episode.Want to see the drawings? Make sure you come and check out the video on YouTube or in the Visibility Vault (plus there are 30 prompts to help you when you don't know what to post when you come and join the free community!)DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

This week I ditched all the instincts to do a "big launch" of my new offer and how you can take the overwhelm out of putting something new into the world. In this episode, I'm documenting what actually happened when I quietly opened the Visibility Vault last week - 70 people joined, and the channels I thought would do the heavy lifting weren't the ones that showed up. I also share the strategy I keep coming back to no matter what stage of business I'm in: being the best dinner guest in the room.If you've ever felt like you need a bigger audience before you can start, this one's for you.Last week's episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/why-visibility-is-still-my-thing-and-probably-yours-too/id1634546179?i=1000756902084Want to follow along as I run this experiment in real time?Come and join us in the FREE Visibility Vault? https://www.skool.com/visibility/aboutGet your FREE 7 day trial of the Cozy Business Quest to plan your quarter: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutSet up your own Skool community (FREE 14-day trial): https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skool*DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Most people think visibility gets easier the longer you do this. It does. But it also just shows up in new ways. In this episode, I unpack why I closed a community that was technically working, why I'm rebuilding something new, and what I'm learning about the one step most solopreneurs skip before building anything. If you've ever hidden in the back of your business with the lights off, this one's for you.Visibility is about so much more than 'going viral' on socials. And, if you want to go deeper and join my experiment, come into the Visibility Vault FREE Skool community to see what I'm up to in micro daily activities.Join the FREE Visibility Vault community: https://www.skool.com/visibility/aboutCome say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miss_kms/DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

What happens when you’ve done the healing work… but something still feels missing?In this conversation, Jaci Rogash shares how her work evolved from supporting early-stage self-discovery into helping women move beyond “being okay” and into true expansion, joy, and self-led growth.We explore the often-overlooked phase after healing, the connection between personal evolution and business, and why wanting more doesn’t make you ungrateful. It might actually be the next step.We also chat about:→ The shift from healing to thriving (and why “being okay” isn’t the end goal)→ How your business evolves alongside your personal growth→ The hidden guilt around wanting more, even when life is “good”→ Following the breadcrumbs instead of forcing a fixed path→ Seeing business as a vehicle for self-discovery, not just incomeWant to connect with Jaci?Jaci Rogash is a Certified Trauma Transformation Coach, Energy Coach, Breathwork Facilitator and speaker. Jaci works with women who have experienced trauma, have worked through that and created a life that is good but not great. These women are sick of feeling stuck and want to step into their fullest potential and bring their visions to life. Check out Jaci's program, Visionaries: https://www.jacirogash.com/visionariesConnect with Jaci on Instagram:  instagram.com/jaci.rogash---------------------------Want to do cozy business with me? Join the Cozy Business Quest on Skool: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutInterested in working with me deeper? Apply for my 1:1 here: https://tidycal.com/miss-kms/30minLet's connect on Instagram: instagram.com/miss_kmsDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

This week's podcast episode is a recording from inside one of my private group calls - something I NEVER share.Unedited. Unplanned. Just me, arriving at something in real time that I'd never consciously understood before about an offer I've been running for five years.An offer I've launched six times. An offer that performs worse every time I try harder with it. And an offer that some of my longest-standing members say is possibly the reason they're still in business. This episode is the moment I stopped trying to figure that out.It also happens to be the last week you can join before it closes to open enrolment.Come join us in Emerge + Expand here (choose the VIP tier)Got questions or want to chat? Come say hi on InstagramDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

For years now, I've used a fantasy quest as a way to understand and navigate my personal journey and "purpose" - and where my business fits into that. It's not just a fun analogy, it literally gets me through the toughest weeks. But I've never properly explained it, until now.In this episode, I share with you how our work naturally evolves, what happens when we choose it and then try to run away from the discomfort that comes with our own healing journey, and how playing video games as a kid has built a resilience in my business that I don't think I would otherwise have!Want more? Join us in the Cozy Business QuestGot questions or thoughts, come say hi on Instagram @miss_kmsDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Consistency is a pretty controversial subject these days - especially for those of us who self identify as "inconsistent" people because of our energy, capacity, or how our brain works. So let's talk about what consistency ACTUALLY is and reclaim and redefine it in a way that serves us in our business.Also mentioned in this episode:→ The Cozy Business Quest→ The Re-Orient and Recalibrate Live Session (DM me "FLOW" on Instagram to check it out)DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

If you've been easing into the new year but you're actually starting to feel more disoriented and uncertain about your next steps forward than you are aligned and at ease, this episode is for you!I'm sharing the 3 things I notice the most about how people start the new year that can actually get them stuck, plus why my messy January led me to slow down even more, reorient and be able to set a new flow in motion.Also mentioned in this episode, I'm hosting a Reorient and Recalibrate session for my members - DM me @miss_kms on Instagram with the word "FLOW" and I'll send you a VIP invite to join us.DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

This is part 2 of my "predictions" for 2026 - but more just the things that I'm noticing in the online business space and how I'm evolving or thinking differently in my business with the changes that I'm observing. If you missed Part 1, go back and listen to last week's episode first and catch up on the second part afterwards!DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

I know this time of year is fraught with every business coach and their grandma predicting what they think is going to be a theme or trend for the year ahead. Yes, we know AI is going to "change everything" but *yawn* let's talk about how your audience might be feeling about AI instead. Yes, community and in person experiences are coming back in a big way, but how do you manage that as an introverted solopreneur?Let's talk about it! Then come back next week for Part 2.Stay Connected:The Cozy Business QuestMy Cozy Business YouTube ChannelCome say hi on InstagramDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

If your January is not all about go, go, go like social media might be telling you it should be, never fear. My January "re-entry" after the holidays has been more of a slow stumble than a hard launch. This is less about "new year, new me" and more about gently getting back into my rhythm, imperfectly, instead of setting resolutions and goals I will forget about in 2 weeks.I hope you find this honest reflection from the first few days of 2026 helpful and a chance to take a sigh of relief!DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

If your business constantly feels chaotic, scattered, or reactive - you’re not imagining it. For many introverted and neurodivergent solopreneurs, chaos can actually feel safe, and structure can feel uncomfortable.In this episode I break down why we keep switching strategies, chasing novelty, and burning out…and how to shift into proactive, calm, sustainable focus without forcing yourself into hustle.I also talk about:→ What reactive business looks like (especially with ADHD and HSP tendencies)→ How to spot novelty chasing, distraction loops and avoidance patterns→ Why your nervous system wants familiar chaos→ How to shift into calm focus without force→ How to design a proactive business that supports your energyWant to dive deeper?Grab my brand new book Recalibrate hereJoin us in the Cozy Business Common Room for the Holiday Rollout Plan (and get Recalibrate free this month as well!)Say hi onWatch this episode on YouTubeDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Most solopreneurs try to run December and January like a normal business season…and that’s exactly why things feel confusing, slow, and exhausting.In this week's episode, I’m walking you through The REAL Plan for Dec–Jan: a seasonal strategy that works with your audience’s energy, your capacity, and the natural rhythms of this time of year. You’ll learn what to focus on, what to pause, and how to set yourself up for your easiest February sales ever (without hustling or burning out).If you want the full Holiday Rollout Planner, templates, and step-by-step mini course, you can get everything inside the Cozy Business Common Room this month.DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

The thing about change and growth is.. you have to connect the dots backwards. It's so easy to get lost in the day to day minutiae that you don't see it happening.Except, this month I did something different that allowed me to gain more clarity, self trust, and consistency than... maybe ever in my business. So, if you have been going through it lately (same), this episode is going to help you see how simply you can connect back in with yourself and find your flow again.Also mentioned in this episode:The Focus Flow Challenge only in the Cozy Business Common Room Underthinking ItThe Daily FlowDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

I had a Black Friday plan MONTHS ago. And last week I decided to opt out completely and focus on taking care of myself and my people (you!)This is not a diss on BF, it's about being discerning about what's right for you right now - so let me share where I'm at and if you're feeling pressure right now because of all the BF noise, this episode is for you!Also mentioned:The brand new $7 tier in the Cozy Business Common RoomCome ask me your BF questions on IG @miss_kmsDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

It's been 11 months since I first started mapping out the core program for my membership. And last week I realised why. I took a big side quest this year, moving forward gently, because one important piece still needed to drop in.If you feel behind or like you move too slowly, or that you've been stuck or procrastinating - this episode is for you. Not to let you off the hook but to reframe and re-evaluate what's really happening. Also mentioned in this episode:7 Day Focus Flow Challenge (free with the 7 Day trial)Minimum Viable Community YouTube videoCome say hi on InstagramDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Last week I heard someone say that we have moved out of the information age and into the implementation age. And it makes so much sense as I have witnessed some of the biggest changes in the online business space this year.So let's talk about it and what I'm doing to navigate this new way of supporting my clients and members.Want to join us for the 7 Day Focus Flow Challenge - get free access: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutPrefer to check out the Daily Flow book? Get it hereCome say hi on InstagramDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

The day I learnt that doing the hardest thing first (ie eating that frog) is terrible advice for neurodivergent brains, it was like a revelation. All my life I've been trying to fit myself into systems that I just don't fit into.If you're tired of feeling stuck, frustrated, or like nothing is working... this episode is for you. I hope it helps.Want to create your own way of getting stuff done that's actually fun?Check out The Daily Flow guide (to get started)Or come and join us for the Daily Flow Live Coaching and Implementation Experience (if you want support and accountability)DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

I've been contemplating not sharing this. I came up in the world of the "aspirational" lifestyle coach and so sharing the messy behind the scenes still feels like I'm diminishing my "expertise". And that's the point. This whole journey is about unravelling, examining, and recreating a new way of doing business beyond all the "shoulds" and fakery.Because, we are human and life is messy. And business even more so. Join me for this episode where I share how I have learnt to come back to my own flow faster than ever after being derailed by the external noise.Want more?Grab the brand new Daily Flow guide hereJoin us for the LIVE Daily Flow Coaching and Implementation event hereCome say hi on InstagramDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Talking to my community this week, I realised we all do the same thing - we create these road blocks for ourselves made out of hypotheticals and wanting to have all the steps ready and lined up before starting.So I got out of my own way and in this episode, I'm sharing how I did it, where I see this coming up a lot (and what to do differently), plus some simple steps to take next time you feel like conditions have to be perfect for you to be ready.If you want to stop over thinking and waiting and start taking small steps forward:Grab my *brand new* book, The Daily Flow hereCome and take small steps with us in The Cozy Business Common Room hereConnect with me on Instagram hereDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Last week I had one of those heart sinking disappointments that used to leave me in nervous system shut down for weeks. But these 2 things helped me bounce back and I'm sharing how you can use them to keep moving - even just one small step at a time.I didn't think I was going to share this story publicly but here it is.Watch my Daily Flow mini training hereGrab Underthinking It hereConnect on Instagram hereDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

After 10+ years in business, I finally stumbled across a strategy that nearly every marketing guru teaches… and I’d somehow missed it. I wasn'nt sure how I could apply it retroactively with all my offers and content, but I figured it out and it has simplified my business SO much already, even just a couple of weeks in.In this episode, I share how I’m applying it as my own client case study, what “all roads lead to the White Castle” means for my business, and how you can refine your own offer without scrapping everything you’ve already built.Mentioned in this episode:Grab the Underthinking It book as your own starting point to stop over complicating your business here.And, if you're ready for more, come and check out The Cozy Business Common Room where we are going so much deeper into mapping out your daily flow so you always know what to focus on in your business, and documenting your journey by being your best client case study.DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Creating a simple daily flow and focusing on this one content strategy have been my anchors in what has otherwise been a pretty tumultuous year. Learn my favourite strategy to not just have endless content ideas, but also build deeper trust and connection with your audience in a way AI generated posts never will.I share the mindset behind this strategy and also how I'm currently implementing it in my business, as well as how you can too whether you're just starting out or you've been in business for a while.Want extra accountability and support to implement? Choose your own adventure hereCheck out the Be Your Best Client Case Study episodeFollow along on InstagramCatch the mini trainings on YouTubeDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

I almost didn't record this episode because this week I've been SO frustrated. I can see the big shifts and changes and the next phase of my business but it feels like it's taking too long. So, of course, I am getting my own medicine and being reminded exactly how important this challenge is within the bigger business journey. If you've been feeling frustrated, stuck, behind, or like you're just treading water - you're not alone. Hopefully this episode helps you (it helped me).Get support and join our Daily Flow experience when you come into the Cozy Business Common Room: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutGrab my Underthinking It Book to see how the big shifts first started and how to create them for yourself: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/underthinkingConnect with me on Instagram: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/instagramDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Whether you're building an email community or a space for people to gather, I know there can be a lot of pressure to "get it right" the first time - which often leads to procrastination and spending months behind the scenes "perfecting" content. In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of a low lift engagement and simple content strategy you can use for a new community, your email welcome sequence, or in place of a "live launch challenge".My Evergreen Welcome Adventure is a strategy I've used to launch my 2 Skool communities with no content and that I teach my 1:1 clients to take the pressure off launching.Also mentioned in this episode:The Cozy Community: https://www.katherinemackenziesmith.com/communityThe Minimum Viable Community Video: https://youtu.be/9uV5bxlQsvA?si=UF_6bpgXFkJSVNCbGet the Evergreen Welcome Adventure when you join the Cozy Business Common Room on the annnual tier: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/common-roomOr grab the Evergreen Welcome Adventure here: https://cart.katherinemackenziesmith.com/evergreen-welcome-adventure/DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Join the Cozy Business Common Room before the price rises September 8th: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutLast week I realised that the Cozy Business Common Room was turning one year old and, when I sat back to reflect on it, I realised that so much of the big shifts and changes from the past few months started when I launched this space.Join me as I reflect on the things I've learnt, what's coming next, and one of my favourite stories about doing what you love and the side quest it may take you on to get to where you want to go.DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

I can't believe, after all these years swearing off free communities once I shut mine down, I have just started a brand new FREE community.Come and check it out here: https://www.skool.com/the-cozy-community-7211/aboutIn this episode, I'm sharing why I changed my mind, how I'm building this one so that it's sustainable, and how I think about adding any new offers or community spaces to my business so that they make sense in the bigger customer journey and goals I have.Whether you've just started a membership or group, been thinking about it, or wonder if it's for you - this episode is going to give you some new perspective and shifts, I just know it.You don't need to be building on Skool to join us in the group, but if you're interested in checking out the platform for yourself, you can grab a free 14-day trial using my affiliate link: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skoolDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

If your business feels heavy no matter what you try, chances are it’s not your strategy - it's your energy (or your nervous system).In this episode, I’m breaking down the “half in, half out” trap that quietly sabotages momentum. We’ll talk nervous system survival mode, why burning it all down feels easier than showing up, and how to shift back into full-bodied commitment.This is real, practical, and something you can apply in your business today.Grab Underthinking It here - my short guide to moving out of overthinking and back into momentum.Connect with me on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/miss_kmsDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

What if the “perfect answer” you’ve been chasing… doesn’t actually exist?In this episode, I’m sharing how I’ve been approaching decisions differently (from pricing to content to launch timing) and the surprising ripple effect it’s had on my business and my clients.As well as:Why “unsolvable problems” drain your energy (and how to spot them fast)The question I now ask instead of hunting for the perfect choiceHow tiny, 10-minute actions can create more momentum than a perfect planIf you’ve been stuck second-guessing your next move, this might be the permission you need to just… choose and move forward.Grab Underthinking It - my new book documenting how I'm creating even more ease and flow in my business (and how you can get it too)Join us in the Cozy Business Common Room for the 10-Minute Content QuestConnect with me on Instagram hereDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

You've probably heard me or another business/marketing person talk about the trust recession we're experiencing in the online space this year. But this has led me to exploring trust on a much deeper, more personal level. Trust with myself.Join me for this episode and let's talk about what happens when we hand over our power, try to fit in, and squeeze ourselves into strategies that don't support our needs and strengths - especially as introverted, sensitive, and neurodivergent souls.Also mentioned in this episode:Want to join us for the 10-Minute Content Quest this month? It's all happening in the Cozy Business Common Room: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutHaven't got your copy of Underthinking It yet? It's still $3.99 - grab it here: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/underthinkingWatch last week's mini training on YouTube about content creation here: https://youtu.be/wqJ91c3kKr4?si=iPbcm__GUak-yCEwDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

In this episode, I'm sharing some new insights I've had recently on overwhelm - how I think differently about it and how it is now a signal, not a curse that helps me in my business.This is for you if you feel stuck right now or find yourself saying that you're overwhelmed a lot.I'll share the filters I use to coach myself and move through potential overwhelm or overthinking to make momentum in my business, and how it's changed everything for me.If you want to make the rest of the year more about magical flow, and less feeling stuck in the weeds - this might be exactly what you need to hear.Grab Underthinking It for $3.99 - a 27-page guide to get out of your head and making gentle momentum, plus what I've learnt this year and what I'm doing differentlyCheck out the Focus Flow Point video on YouTube (mentioned in this episode)Connect with me on Instagram hereDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

This year, I fell into a trap I swore I’d avoid - and I want to share how I’m resetting in real-time, not after a burnout crash.But, because I do regular check ins, I was able to see what was happening and start course-correcting to do the second half of the year even more aligned and energised.Want more of this? I just launched a behind-the-scenes breakdown of how I’m doing business differently - with more flow, less pressure, and way fewer ideas stuck in draft mode. It's called Underthinking It, and I swear, even just documenting and putting this new mini book out has started to shift the energy out of my busy mind and into aligned action.Check it out here: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/underthinkingDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Join the Cozy Community Implementation Camp: https://www.skool.com/cozy-communityThis is a question that has come up a LOT over the 11 years I've been supporting introverted, highly sensitive, and neurodivergent business owners. But more intensely in the past couple of weeks.So I'm doing something I don't usually do and sharing an unscripted passionate response from a live Q+A I did in my Cozy Community program today. ---------------------------Interested in the Cozy Community Implementation Camp? Join us live for the next 6 weeks to set up your own introvert-friendly cozy community on the platform of your choice. And do it your way: https://www.skool.com/cozy-communityToo much for right now? Join the waitlist for my low ticket membership, the Cozy Business Common Room: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/a...Or catch up on these recent videos:How to Create a Minimum Viable Community: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9uV5bxlQsvA3 Signs You're Ready To Build a Cozy Community: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bLGWkFDyj4---------------------------Interested in working with me deeper? Apply for my 1:1 or Emerge + Expand mastermind here: https://tidycal.com/miss-kms/30minCurious about the Skool platform? Get a 14-day free trial here*: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skoolDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

When I studied film and TV, one of the #1 rules was to "show, not tell" what was happening, wherever possible. And the same applies in business. Instead of trying to write fancy sales copy, hoping to tell people what they can expect when they work with you... SHOW them.In this video I share:→Why creating free experiences is better than big launches→Some simple steps to get started today→An implementation guide to make it work for your business→The community building strategy behind experience-ifying your expertise→How you can use these experiences to connect, create, and invite beyond the eventTimestamps:01:44 Create intimate experiences instead of big launches04:33 Traditional webinars and live launches don't work for everyone07:58 Steps to create your signature experience11:33 Implementation guide to get started17:17 Ideas for experiences to try 19:04 How to use your event for your content and connection throughout the monthAlso mentioned in this video:Creating a 30 Minute free call for 1:1 Clients:https://youtu.be/tIV7ov8kQy8?Be Your Best Client Case Study: https://youtu.be/HcNw1LBuxa0?si=3Gvn8J36_upWb_Md#SkoolCommunity #CozyCommunity #CozyBusiness #BusinessTipsForIntroverts #IntrovertFriendlyCommunity---------------------------Get the Experience-ify Your Expertise Dashboard: Want to do cozy business with us? Join the Cozy Business Common Room waitlist on Skool: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutReady to build your own Cozy Community? Join the live program (starts May 26th): https://www.skool.com/cozy-community-course-1023/aboutInterested in working with me deeper? Apply for my 1:1 or Emerge + Expand mastermind here: https://tidycal.com/miss-kms/30minCurious about the Skool platform? Get a 14-day free trial here*: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skoolDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Join Zach's Ads Bootcamp here: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/adsIn this episode of the Do Business Differently interview series, I talk to Zach Spuckler about why investing in Facebook ads to build your list and your business is a great option for solopreneurs because they do a lot of the heavy lifting for you so you can focus on other things.We also chat about:👉 Zach's journey to becoming a Facebook ads and marketing expert👉 Creating a business that revolves around your lifestyle (not the other way around)👉 The visibility and financial investment that can be scary when it comes to running ads👉 How ads amplify what you're already doing and create consistency while you focus on other things👉 How to get started with ads even if you've never done it beforeTIMESTAMP:04:17 Creating a business that supports your life09:17 The fear of visibility that comes with ads18:33 How ads help boost organic reach24:26 Standing Out When Everyone's the Same27:07 Marketing trends vs true principles30:26 Using ads to build your email list ABOUT ZACH:Zach Spuckler is the founder of Heart, Soul & Hustle & The Host of the Not Your Average Online Marketing Podcast.As a marketing strategist & launch expert he’s helped tens-of-thousands of entrepreneurs scale their businesses with proven, results-driven strategies. With a knack for crafting high-converting challenge launches, evergreen sales systems, and profitable paid ad strategies, Zach has generated millions in revenue for both himself and his clients.Through his consultancy, agency, and membership, Zach has worked with brands and entrepreneurs at all levels - whether they're launching for the first time or optimizing seven-figure funnels. He’s well known for his transparent marketing reports and updates and has a deep understanding of what truly moves the needle in digital marketing from his decade in the online space.Join Zach's Ads Bootcamp here: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/ads*-------------------Want to do cozy business with us? Join the Cozy Business Common Room waitlist on Skool: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutInterested in working with me deeper? Apply for my 1:1 or Emerge + Expand mastermind here: https://tidycal.com/miss-kms/30minCurious about the Skool platform? Get a 14-day free trial here*: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skoolDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Sign up to the FREE Cozy Business workshop: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/workshopI talk to solopreneurs every day who feel like they aren't ready to build a community yet, because their website isn't fully finished, and they don't have an offer suite yet but in this video, I talk about why starting with a community and audience building first can actually make life so much easier (especially in 2025)In this video, I cover:- Why I recommend community building first- A simple way to start finding your people- How to create what you wish existed- Simple action steps to start with today (even if you're brand new)Timestamps:00:00 Community first before selling 05:22 Build your community by bringing people on a journey07:45 Spotting trends and filling gaps in your niche or industry11:08 Using your introverted strengths to listen and build connections15:45 How community building and content creation are linked17:07 Start small and start todayAlso mentioned in this video:Creating a 30 Minute free call for 1:1 Clients:https://youtu.be/tIV7ov8kQy8?Starting a Minimum Viable Community: https://youtu.be/9uV5bxlQsvA?si=17tF-skGgrBR2Tnc#SkoolCommunity #CozyCommunity #CozyBusiness #BusinessTipsForIntroverts #IntrovertFriendlyCommunity---------------------------Want to do cozy business with us? Join the Cozy Business Common Room waitlist on Skool: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutInterested in working with me deeper? Apply for my 1:1 or Emerge + Expand mastermind here: https://tidycal.com/miss-kms/30minCurious about the Skool platform? Get a 14-day free trial here*: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skoolDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Discover how I started my Skool community with 100+ people on day 1. In this video I break down the cozy strategy I created to invite my inner circle into my group, not waste time creating a full program, and a simple 7-day strategy that is still nurturing new members 6 months later.Key points covered:- Why so many new community creators wait so long to start their community, or launch to crickets and how to fix it easily- My step-by-step approach to roll out my community and my hybrid pricing strategy.- The live and pre-created elements that created energy and activity around my community both inside and out, welcome people in, and help them feel seen and heard.- How to create a simple 7-day activity to remind people to keep visiting your space, and effortlessly involve new members in existing conversations#SkoolCommunity #CozyCommunity #CozyBusiness #BusinessTipsForIntroverts #IntrovertFriendlyCommunityTimestamps:00:00 Introduction05:55 Simple Tips to Launch Your Minimum Viable Community08:09 Creating a Warm Welcome Experience10:59 Kickstart Your Community Without Pre-Created Content17:32 Step by Step Minimum Viable Community Set Up19:18 Sharing a Bonus Resource or Training For Founding Members---------------------------Want to do cozy business with us? Join the Cozy Business Common Room waitlist on Skool: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutGet the Evergreen Email Adventure for just $9 here or FREE for Annual Common Room members: https://checkout.emergeandexpand.com/evergreen-email-adventure/Interested in working with me deeper? Apply for my 1:1 or Emerge + Expand mastermind here: https://tidycal.com/miss-kms/30minCurious about the Skool platform? Get a 14-day free trial here*: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skoolDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Join the FREE Cozy Business Workshop: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/w...Join the Cozy Business Common Room before doors close: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutFor years, it's felt like there are two options for launching and promoting your offers - the big, exhausting launch or an always-open-always-promoting evergreen option.Both are an energy drain and lead to a lot of people avoiding promoting and launching altogether. In this video, I'll share another more introvert-friendly, cozy approach that I've been implementing and how I'm evolving it by closing all my offers.00:00 Sustainable Business Launch Strategies06:22 Focus on Program Delivery Post-Launch08:28 Transformative Experiences To Showcase Your Work10:34 Monthly Workshop Strategy Planning16:31 Personalized Business Strategy Alignment18:07 Seasons of Business Visibility Also mentioned:Join the FREE Cozy Business Workshop: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/workshopAlmost Evergreen* by  ⁨@growwithevelyn⁩ : https://www.skool.com/workshop/about?ref=061d7315b70c4dcdb2841fc11c7d9680Grow With Evelyn*: https://www.skool.com/evelyn/about?ref=061d7315b70c4dcdb2841fc11c7d9680---------------------------Want to do cozy business with us? Come and join the Cozy Business Common Room on Skool: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutInterested in working with me deeper? Apply for my 1:1 or Emerge + Expand mastermind here: https://tidycal.com/miss-kms/30minCurious about the Skool platform? Get a 14-day free trial here*: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skoolDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

The Clarity Course starts 1st of April: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/a... (join for just $5/month)Do you feel stuck in your business? You’re not alone. Many introverted and neurodivergent entrepreneurs struggle with clarity, overthinking, and feeling like they need the "perfect" strategy before taking action. In this video, I share the #1 reason introverts stay stuck and 3 ways to get started taking gentle, aligned action today.00:00 Introverts in Business: Overcome Stagnation05:28 Clarity Through Action07:45 Persistence and Adaptation in Strategy09:52 Building Clarity Through Consistent TrackingJoin the FREE Cozy Business Workshop: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/w...DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Visibility, PR, and Media are just one more thing we need to think about as online business owners and solopreneurs. Join me for this episode of Do Business Differently where I talk to Bec Sands about how to make the most of visibility opportunities (among other things).We also chat about:00:00 From Corporate PR to Entrepreneurship09:34 Navigating Personal Brand Visibility14:53 Overthinking Change and Rebranding18:58 Effective Content Strategy Insights24:23 Busy Work vs. Productive Action30:16 "Efficient Visibility Strategies"34:16 Challenging Media Perception Myths44:30 Networking Through Media and Speaking48:28 "Value Through Paid Services"50:27 Balancing Life and OpportunitiesAbout Bec:Bec Sands is a Visibility Mentor and speaker supporting women in business to become confidently visible so they can put life-changing work out into the world. With over15 years’ experience as an award-winning PR consultant at some for the world’s biggest brands, Bec is an experienced coach, consultant and leader. She holds a Bachelor of Media from Macquarie University, majoring in PR and journalism, and is a Certified Beautiful You Coaching Academy life coach.Learn more about Bec and her work at https://becsands.com -------Want to do cozy business with us? Come and join the Cozy Business Common Room on Skool, just $5/month cancel any time: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutInterested in working with me deeper? Apply for my 1:1 or Emerge + Expand mastermind here: https://tidycal.com/miss-kms/30minCurious about the Skool platform? Get a 14-day free trial here*: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skool DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Join the Cozy Business Community: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutIn this video I share how you can get started adding affliate revenue streams to your solopreneur business without feeling icky or salesy (whether you are a B2B or a B2C business)Curious about Skool? Get a free 14-day trial here: https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=061d7315b70c4dcdb2841fc11c7d968000:00 Why Affiliate Marketing Is Great For Cozy Business Owners and Solopreneurs05:40 Affiliate Marketing: Natural Integration Tips09:10 Leveraging Affiliate Links Strategically12:42 Maximize Affiliate Program Impact14:41 Affiliate Income & Promotion Toolkit17:29 Affiliate Program Organization Tips21:24 Affiliate Program Strategies & Tips23:53 Organize and Make the Most Your LinksAlso mentioned in this video:👉 Marketing Magic*: https://marketingmagic.app/trial-sign-up?referral=EBX9G73👉 Instaslay*: https://www.skool.com/insta-slay/about?ref=061d7315b70c4dcdb2841fc11c7d9680👉 Grow With Evelyn*: https://www.skool.com/grow-with-evelyn/about?ref=061d7315b70c4dcdb2841fc11c7d9680👉 Thrivecart*: https://misskms--checkout.thrivecart.com/thrivecart-standard-account/👉 Last Pass*: https://lastpass.wo8g.net/5XkkDGrab the free checklist here (no opt in required): https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1jAX3h6Lw3QeU332EuvUd8oqEkZSPco3mnP7M9ST2KDI/copyWant the full dashboard? Get instant access when you join the COzy Business Common Room + you'll be added to my affiliate program and get 50% commission when you bring a friend: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/about*This description contains affiliate links that means I may receive a commission if you choose to purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products and software that I use and love.DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Book a FREE Cozy Business Game Plan session here: https://tidycal.com/miss-kms/30min Is your offer suite too complicated (or non-existent)?! In this video, I share:→ My recent offer review→ Some realisations I've had around my own offer suite→ The recent review I did and the changes I'm making→ The neurodivergent dopamine cycle of creating→ My offer review framework and how you can make it work for youGet my free Offer Review Scorecard:📲 Send me a DM on Instagram and I'll send it straight to you!https://instagram.com/miss_kms00:00 Simplifying Your Offer Suite03:18 Streamline Offers for Optimal Impact07:44 Reevaluating and Evolving Business Offerings13:02 Align Offers with Personal Goals14:33 Simplify Your Offer Suite19:05 Regularly Review and Refine EffortsWant to join the community? Come hang with us in the Cozy Business Common Room:https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutInterested in my Emerge + Expand mastermind? Let's chat: https://tidycal.com/miss-kms/30min Interested in creating your own community on Skool? Get a free 14-day trial here: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/skool-games(*this is my affiliate link where I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you - but I also have a special bonus if you join through me)DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Book a FREE Cozy Business Game Plan session here: https://tidycal.com/miss-kms/30min This is the first episode in my Cozy Business series, where I share my journey and criteria I am using as my guide post for my cozy business. 👉 Get my free Business Alignment Compass: https://katherinemackenziesmith.com/gentle-growth/📲 Say Hi:Instagram: https://instagram.com/miss_kms00:00 Cozy Business Framework Series Launch05:02 Embracing "Cozy Business" Philosophy06:41 Documenting Your Journey for Connection09:57 Sustainable and Mindful Business Growth15:53 Embracing Cozy, Sustainable Business19:19 Aligning Content Creation with Goals20:36 Embrace Flexibility for Personal Growth26:14 Building a Cozy Business Series28:33 Documenting for Business GrowthJoin the Cozy Business Common Room just $5/month and start building your cozy business today: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Knowing how to talk about your work and getting great client case studies is something coaches, energy healers, and other solopreneurs find so tricky - especially when they're just starting out.But you can be your best (and first) client case study to document how you use the methodology and tools in your daily life and with your clients.In scriptwriting it's known as "show, don't tell" and it's the easiest way to show the impact of your transformation and the work you do, whilst creating content at the same time to speak to your dream clients.You might also like: https://youtu.be/tIV7ov8kQy8?si=xlWtkGIVWfHaVO3lIf you're new here, I'm Katherine Mackenzie-Smith, your friendly neighbourhood cozy business coach. I've worked with 100s of introverted and solopreneur coaches and solopreneurs to find their path of least resistance and create cozy but effective growth in their business.And, if you want to get my Cozy Business Planner and Task Tracker, or you have any questions about getting started with new things in your business, DM me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/miss_kms/Want help with your cozy business on a budget? Go here: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutWant more? DM me @miss_kms on IG and let's chat!DISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!

Doing new things is scary - especially as we get older and if we have a tendency to overthink things. But in this video, I"m getting super meta and sharing how I tackle learning and trying new skills and strategies in my business as an introverted and neurodivergent solopreneur.Also check out: https://youtu.be/tIV7ov8kQy8If you're new here, I'm Katherine Mackenzie-Smith, your friendly neighbourhood cozy business coach. I've worked with 100s of introverted and solopreneur coaches and solopreneurs to find their path of least resistance and create cozy but effective growth in their business.And, if you want to get my Cozy Business Planner and Task Tracker, or you have any questions about getting started with new things in your business, DM me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/miss_kms/Want help with your cozy business on a budget? Go here: https://www.skool.com/cozy-business/aboutDISCLAIMER: This description may contain affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Results shared in this podcast are based on personal experience and may vary - this is also from my own personal experience, not to be considered professional or medical advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.Thank you for your support!