The Smart Gets Paid Podcast

Ep 122: Give it more juice

In this episode, Leah chats with a woman who thought her business wasn’t working. But once we dug into what she was actually doing… Leah shared the secret that a lot of women consultants need to hear. Listen in to hear a personal story, a real coaching conversation, and a surprising truth that might change how you think about effort in your business.
 
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are three ways I can help you.
 
1. Connect with me on LinkedIn for weekly insights on landing better clients and charging for the value you deliver.
 
2. Get your copy of my Referrals on Repeat guide, and learn five strategies you can implement straight away to take control of the referral process and attract more of the right inquiries – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen. Get your free copy at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
3. Build a repeatable sales and marketing system that gets you better clients, better rates, and less stress in your consulting business.
If you're ready to stop leaving your success to chance, learn the proven system women consultants are using to attract ideal clients consistently and get paid for their value. Plus, you'll get help from me and my team every step of the way.
If you've been in business for at least two years, you're making at least $120k, and you want to implement a system that's designed specifically for B2B consulting businesses, email team@smartgetspaid.com with "BREAKTHROUGH" in the subject line and I'll get you the details.
 

Ep 121: 5 things B2B clients wish they could tell you

When you do consulting and you’re selling into companies and nonprofits — in other words, B2B — the sales process can feel slow, unpredictable, and out of your control. But here’s the thing: it’s not just you. In this episode, Leah breaks down the 5 things your B2B clients WISH they could tell you, so you can understand what’s really going on behind the scenes. You’ll learn how to reduce your anxiety, how to influence the process, and how to help clients say yes faster.
 
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are three ways I can help you.
 
1. Connect with me on LinkedIn for weekly insights on landing better clients and charging for the value you deliver.
 
2. Get your copy of my Referrals on Repeat guide, and learn five strategies you can implement straight away to take control of the referral process and attract more of the right inquiries – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen. Get your free copy at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
3. Build a repeatable sales and marketing system that gets you better clients, better rates, and less stress in your consulting business.
If you're ready to stop leaving your success to chance, learn the proven system women consultants are using to attract ideal clients consistently and get paid for their value. Plus, you'll get help from me and my team every step of the way.
If you've been in business for at least two years, you're making at least $120k, and you want to implement a system that's designed specifically for B2B consulting businesses, email team@smartgetspaid.com with "BREAKTHROUGH" in the subject line and I'll get you the details.
 

Ep 120: More revenue with fewer clients: success without burnout, with Brynne Krispin

How do you make more money without taking on more and burning out? That's the question we tackle in this episode as Leah sits down with Brynne Krispin. Join us as Brynne shares her transformative journey of turning her business from burnout to spaciousness, where she works with fewer clients, earns more revenue, and cherishes more time with her son. Get ready to be inspired by Brynne's success story!
 
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are three ways I can help you.
 
1. Connect with me on LinkedIn for weekly insights on landing better clients and charging for the value you deliver.
 
2. Get your copy of my Referrals on Repeat guide, and learn five strategies you can implement straight away to take control of the referral process and attract more of the right inquiries – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen. Get your free copy at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
3. Build a repeatable sales and marketing system that gets you better clients, better rates, and less stress in your consulting business.
If you're ready to stop leaving your success to chance, learn the proven system women consultants are using to attract ideal clients consistently and get paid for their value. Plus, you'll get help from me and my team every step of the way.
If you've been in business for at least two years, you're making at least $120k, and you want to implement a system that's designed specifically for B2B consulting businesses, email team@smartgetspaid.com with "BREAKTHROUGH" in the subject line and I'll get you the details.

Ep 119: Saying no to small asks: how to become a true strategic partner

A client asks for something small - a quick deliverable, perhaps. But you see the bigger problem they’re really trying to solve. What do you do? In this episode, Leah talks with a consultant who’s learning how to turn tactical requests into strategic engagements. You’ll hear how to reframe the ask, guide the conversation, position yourself as the expert your clients truly need, and sell in more strategic work.
 
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are three ways I can help you.
 
1. Connect with me on LinkedIn for weekly insights on landing better clients and charging for the value you deliver.
 
2. Get your copy of my Referrals on Repeat guide, and learn five strategies you can implement straight away to take control of the referral process and attract more of the right inquiries – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen. Get your free copy at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
3. Build a repeatable sales and marketing system that gets you better clients, better rates, and less stress in your consulting business.
If you're ready to stop leaving your success to chance, learn the proven system women consultants are using to attract ideal clients consistently and get paid for their value. Plus, you'll get help from me and my team every step of the way.
If you've been in business for at least two years, you're making at least $120k, and you want to implement a system that's designed specifically for B2B consulting businesses, email team@smartgetspaid.com with "BREAKTHROUGH" in the subject line and I'll get you the details.

Ep 118: From burnout to balance: building a business that works for you, with Joanne Sonenshine

After selling her company and launching a new consulting business, Joanne Sonenshine found herself burned out, undercharging, and putting others first. In this episode, she shares how she reclaimed her confidence, started valuing her work, and built a business that supports her life. It’s a powerful look at what happens when you finally put yourself first, even in mission-driven work.
 
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are three ways I can help you.
 
1. Connect with me on LinkedIn for weekly insights on landing better clients and charging for the value you deliver.
 
2. Get your copy of my Referrals on Repeat guide, and learn five strategies you can implement straight away to take control of the referral process and attract more of the right inquiries – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen. Get your free copy at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
3. Build a repeatable sales and marketing system that gets you better clients, better rates, and less stress in your consulting business.
If you're ready to stop leaving your success to chance, learn the proven system women consultants are using to attract ideal clients consistently and get paid for their value. Plus, you'll get help from me and my team every step of the way.
If you've been in business for at least two years, you're making at least $120k, and you want to implement a system that's designed specifically for B2B consulting businesses, email team@smartgetspaid.com with "BREAKTHROUGH" in the subject line and I'll get you the details.

Ep 117: Resilience, Reinvention, and Real Life, with my Mom, Julie Neaderthal

What happens when a stay-at-home mom (Leah's Mom, in fact!) goes back to school at 37 and completely rewrites her career and her confidence? In this special episode, Leah talks with her mom, Julie Neaderthal, about ambition, reinvention, and the ripple effect of showing up. Whether you knew your purpose early on or you found yours later, this one will stick with you.
 
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are three ways I can help you.
 
1. Connect with me on LinkedIn for weekly insights on landing better clients and charging for the value you deliver.
 
2. Get your copy of my Referrals on Repeat guide, and learn five strategies you can implement straight away to take control of the referral process and attract more of the right inquiries – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen. Get your free copy at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
3. Build a repeatable sales and marketing system that gets you better clients, better rates, and less stress in your consulting business.
If you're ready to stop leaving your success to chance, learn the proven system women consultants are using to attract ideal clients consistently and get paid for their value. Plus, you'll get help from me and my team every step of the way.
If you've been in business for at least two years, you're making at least $120k, and you want to implement a system that's designed specifically for B2B consulting businesses, email team@smartgetspaid.com with "BREAKTHROUGH" in the subject line and I'll get you the details.

Ep 116: How to win in the first two years of consulting

In this episode, we shift our focus to the early stages of consulting business - the startup phase. If you're in the first two years or even just starting out, this is for you. We examine the differences between the "messy middle" and the startup phase, providing insights, reassurance, and specific strategies for those navigating this critical stage. Whether you're feeling lost, behind, or unsure.. or having great momentum and want to keep up your success... this episode will guide and empower you through the unique challenges of the startup phase.
 
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are three ways I can help you.
 
1. Connect with me on LinkedIn for weekly insights on landing better clients and charging for the value you deliver.
 
2. Get your copy of my Referrals on Repeat guide, and learn five strategies you can implement straight away to take control of the referral process and attract more of the right inquiries – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen. Get your free copy at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
3. Build a repeatable sales and marketing system that gets you better clients, better rates, and less stress in your consulting business.
If you're ready to stop leaving your success to chance, learn the proven system women consultants are using to attract ideal clients consistently and get paid for their value. Plus, you'll get help from me and my team every step of the way.
If you've been in business for at least two years, you're making at least $120k, and you want to implement a system that's designed specifically for B2B consulting businesses, email team@smartgetspaid.com with "BREAKTHROUGH" in the subject line and I'll get you the details.

Ep 115: Suddenly Solo: What happens when you have to step up and get clients, with Alli Myatt

When Alli Myatt’s business partner left their consulting firm, Alli faced a challenge she never expected: having to get clients all on her own. In this episode, Alli shares how she went from relying on a partner to mastering business development herself. She talks about the mindset shifts, strategies, and lessons that helped her build a thriving business, without a safety net. If you've ever wondered how to grow your business when you’re the only one selling, this conversation is for you.
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are three ways I can help you.
 
1. Connect with me on LinkedIn for weekly insights on landing better clients and charging for the value you deliver.
 
2. Get your copy of my Referrals on Repeat guide, and learn five strategies you can implement straight away to take control of the referral process and attract more of the right inquiries – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen. Get your free copy at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
3. Build a repeatable sales and marketing system that gets you better clients, better rates, and less stress in your consulting business.
If you're ready to stop leaving your success to chance, learn the proven system women consultants are using to attract ideal clients consistently and get paid for their value. Plus, you'll get help from me and my team every step of the way.
If you've been in business for at least two years, you're making at least $120k, and you want to implement a system that's designed specifically for B2B consulting businesses, email team@smartgetspaid.com with "BREAKTHROUGH" in the subject line and I'll get you the details.
 

Ep 114: Don’t let the economy kill your business - do this instead

With everything going on, clients are starting to hesitate, budgets are starting to shrink, and getting work sold in is getting harder. So what now? In this episode, Leah coaches two consultants who just lost three proposals they thought were a slam dunk. Listen in as they unpack what’s really happening, what to do when clients start pulling back, and how to keep winning work even when the economy is a mess. If you’re worried about getting clients right now, you need this episode.
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are three ways I can help you.
 
1. Connect with me on LinkedIn for weekly insights on landing better clients and charging for the value you deliver.
 
2. Get your copy of my Referrals on Repeat guide, and learn five strategies you can implement straight away to take control of the referral process and attract more of the right inquiries – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen. Get your free copy at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
3. Build a repeatable sales and marketing system that gets you better clients, better rates, and less stress in your consulting business.
If you're ready to stop leaving your success to chance, learn the proven system women consultants are using to attract ideal clients consistently and get paid for their value. Plus, you'll get help from me and my team every step of the way.
If you've been in business for at least two years, you're making at least $120k, and you want to implement a system that's designed specifically for B2B consulting businesses, email team@smartgetspaid.com with "BREAKTHROUGH" in the subject line and I'll get you the details.

Ep 113: Becoming who you need to be: the business owner's journey, with Jessica Fearnley

As you reach new revenue milestones in your business, who do you need to BECOME? As a business owner, as a leader, and as a person? In this episode, Leah chats with business coach Jessica Fearnley, about essential shifts in leadership and mindset required to navigate the complexities of growth in later stages of your consulting business. With this leadership and mindset shifts, you'll be able to grow as a business owner, weather challenges, and thrive as your business grows.
 
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are three ways I can help you.
 
1. Connect with me on LinkedIn for weekly insights on landing better clients and charging for the value you deliver.
 
2. Get your copy of my Referrals on Repeat guide, and learn five strategies you can implement straight away to take control of the referral process and attract more of the right inquiries – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen. Get your free copy at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
3. Build a repeatable sales and marketing system that gets you better clients, better rates, and less stress in your consulting business.
If you're ready to stop leaving your success to chance, learn the proven system women consultants are using to attract ideal clients consistently and get paid for their value. Plus, you'll get help from me and my team every step of the way.
If you've been in business for at least two years, you're making at least $120k, and you want to implement a system that's designed specifically for B2B consulting businesses, email team@smartgetspaid.com with "BREAKTHROUGH" in the subject line and I'll get you the details.