Smart Gets Paid: Business Coaching for Women Consultants

86: How to keep your luck from running out, with Meghan Goff

When your consulting business is doing well, it can feel like you got there through luck. But then the thought pops into your head: what if your luck runs out? In this conversation with consultant Meghan Goff, you'll hear how that fear showed up for her, what she did to quiet the fear, and how she learned to not only maintain her business but grow it dramatically.
 
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are two ways I can help you.
 
1. Join The Academy For women consultants who've been in business 2+ years and are making $120k+.
Build the two systems every consulting business needs to get more of the right clients, get paid more, and build a sustainable business: 
→ A marketing system to bring the right clients to you and fill your pipeline
→ A sales system to help clients say yes and get you paid more.
If you're ready to make your business and revenue more stable, secure, and sustainable, visit smartgetspaid.com/academy to learn more and apply.
 
2. Get Referrals on Repeat
Learn the five strategies to get more referrals and attract more of the right inquiries on purpose – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen.
Get your free guide at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
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CONNECT WITH LEAH:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leahtn/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@smartgetspaid
Website: smartgetspaid.com
Email: team@smartgetspaid.com

85: The three mantras I live by in my business

In this candid episode, Leah shares the simple yet powerful mantras that keep her grounded and focused while building her business. Leah explains how she stays patient and present instead of getting caught up in comparison, shiny objects, or trying to force quick wins. She reflects on the daily mental practices that help her show up consistently, avoid burnout, and make incremental progress over time. This episode will inspire you to stay true to your path, not get derailed by others’ approaches, and always remember that you're in control.
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are two ways I can help you.
 
1. Join The Academy For women consultants who've been in business 2+ years and are making $120k+.
Build the two systems every consulting business needs to get more of the right clients, get paid more, and build a sustainable business: 
→ A marketing system to bring the right clients to you and fill your pipeline
→ A sales system to help clients say yes and get you paid more.
If you're ready to make your business and revenue more stable, secure, and sustainable, visit smartgetspaid.com/academy to learn more and apply.
 
2. Get Referrals on Repeat
Learn the five strategies to get more referrals and attract more of the right inquiries on purpose – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen.
Get your free guide at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
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CONNECT WITH LEAH:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leahtn/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@smartgetspaid
Website: smartgetspaid.com
Email: team@smartgetspaid.com

84: Growing your business in The Messy Middle, with Kathryn Janicek

When you're a few years into your business, some of that early excitement has subsided, and you're in The Messy Middle, how do you keep growing your business? That's the question Leah is exploring in this episode with Kathryn Janicek. Kathryn has been running her business for eight years, and she'll share the changes she made to increase her revenue by 40%, build her confidence, and continue to grow her business in The Messy Middle.
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are two ways I can help you.
 
1. Join The Academy For women consultants who've been in business 2+ years and are making $120k+.
Build the two systems every consulting business needs to get more of the right clients, get paid more, and build a sustainable business: 
→ A marketing system to bring the right clients to you and fill your pipeline
→ A sales system to help clients say yes and get you paid more.
If you're ready to make your business and revenue more stable, secure, and sustainable, visit smartgetspaid.com/academy to learn more and apply.
 
2. Get Referrals on Repeat
Learn the five strategies to get more referrals and attract more of the right inquiries on purpose – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen.
Get your free guide at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
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CONNECT WITH LEAH:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leahtn/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@smartgetspaid
Website: smartgetspaid.com
Email: team@smartgetspaid.com

83: From reinventing the wheel to organized

It's hard to feel in control of your business when things feel disorganized. In this episode, join Leah and a client as they dive into the nitty-gritty of getting and staying organized and being more efficient, so you can better lead the sales process, and work smarter. Tune in for some valuable insights, practical tips, and a deep dive into the complexities of running a consulting business.
 
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are two ways I can help you.
 
1. Join The Academy For women consultants who've been in business 2+ years and are making $120k+.
Build the two systems every consulting business needs to get more of the right clients, get paid more, and build a sustainable business: 
→ A marketing system to bring the right clients to you and fill your pipeline
→ A sales system to help clients say yes and get you paid more.
If you're ready to make your business and revenue more stable, secure, and sustainable, visit smartgetspaid.com/academy to learn more and apply.
 
2. Get Referrals on Repeat
Learn the five strategies to get more referrals and attract more of the right inquiries on purpose – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen.
Get your free guide at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
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CONNECT WITH LEAH:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leahtn/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@smartgetspaid
Website: smartgetspaid.com
Email: team@smartgetspaid.com

82: How to grow your revenue while staying small

It's a common assumption among women consultants: in order to grow your revenue, you have to either be completely overworked, or build a large agency and take on more work, resulting in overwork and loss of control. In this episode, Leah debunks that assumption and shares four strategies for increasing revenue while keeping the business small, so you can break through the revenue ceiling, while still having time for what's important to you.
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are two ways I can help you.
 
1. Join The Academy For women consultants who've been in business 2+ years and are making $120k+.
Build the two systems every consulting business needs to get more of the right clients, get paid more, and build a sustainable business: 
→ A marketing system to bring the right clients to you and fill your pipeline
→ A sales system to help clients say yes and get you paid more.
If you're ready to make your business and revenue more stable, secure, and sustainable, visit smartgetspaid.com/academy to learn more and apply.
 
2. Get Referrals on Repeat
Learn the five strategies to get more referrals and attract more of the right inquiries on purpose – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen.
Get your free guide at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
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CONNECT WITH LEAH:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leahtn/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@smartgetspaid
Website: smartgetspaid.com
Email: team@smartgetspaid.com

81: Finally feel in control of your business, with Alex Kreager

When you’ve spent the first years of your business getting clients through referrals, how do you go from feeling like the passenger in your business, to the driver's seat? In this episode of the Smart Gets Paid podcast, Alex Kreager, PR consultant, will share how she did it. Discover her strategies for client engagement, the pivotal role of LinkedIn, and how she found the confidence and stability that finally made her feel like a business owner.
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are two ways I can help you.
 
1. Join The Academy For women consultants who've been in business 2+ years and are making $120k+.
Build the two systems every consulting business needs to get more of the right clients, get paid more, and build a sustainable business: 
→ A marketing system to bring the right clients to you and fill your pipeline
→ A sales system to help clients say yes and get you paid more.
If you're ready to make your business and revenue more stable, secure, and sustainable, visit smartgetspaid.com/academy to learn more and apply.
 
2. Get Referrals on Repeat
Learn the five strategies to get more referrals and attract more of the right inquiries on purpose – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen.
Get your free guide at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
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CONNECT WITH LEAH:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leahtn/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@smartgetspaid
Website: smartgetspaid.com
Email: team@smartgetspaid.com

80: The three types of profitability every consulting business needs

When we think about running a successful business, we often think of financial profitability. But there are a lot of women making good money, but working way too hard. The reason? Because we've been thinking about profitability all wrong. There isn't just one type of profitability, there are three. And once we know what they are, we can have businesses that are financially profitable, personally rewarding, and infinitely sustainable.
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are two ways I can help you.
 
1. Join The Academy For women consultants who've been in business 2+ years and are making $120k+.
Build the two systems every consulting business needs to get more of the right clients, get paid more, and build a sustainable business: 
→ A marketing system to bring the right clients to you and fill your pipeline
→ A sales system to help clients say yes and get you paid more.
If you're ready to make your business and revenue more stable, secure, and sustainable, visit smartgetspaid.com/academy to learn more and apply.
 
2. Get Referrals on Repeat
Learn the five strategies to get more referrals and attract more of the right inquiries on purpose – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen.
Get your free guide at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
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CONNECT WITH LEAH:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leahtn/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@smartgetspaid
Website: smartgetspaid.com
Email: team@smartgetspaid.com

79: What to do if the client dynamic feels off

What do you do when you're in a sales process with a potential client, but the client dynamic feels a bit off and you start to see some red flags? That's the challenge Leah's client faces in this episode. Listen in as they talk about handling difficult clients, navigating internal dynamics, and setting boundaries to ensure successful client relationships.
 
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are two ways I can help you.
 
1. Join The Academy For women consultants who've been in business 2+ years and are making $120k+.
Build the two systems every consulting business needs to get more of the right clients, get paid more, and build a sustainable business: 
→ A marketing system to bring the right clients to you and fill your pipeline
→ A sales system to help clients say yes and get you paid more.
If you're ready to make your business and revenue more stable, secure, and sustainable, visit smartgetspaid.com/academy to learn more and apply.
 
2. Get Referrals on Repeat
Learn the five strategies to get more referrals and attract more of the right inquiries on purpose – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen.
Get your free guide at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
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CONNECT WITH LEAH:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leahtn/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@smartgetspaid
Website: smartgetspaid.com
Email: team@smartgetspaid.com

78: The Freedom To Make Choices, with Jill James

When founder Jill James realized she needed to end her marriage, she faced the challenge of supporting herself and her son alone. Fortunately, the skills she acquired in acquiring clients empowered her to make the decision that was best for her. In this episode, Leah has an insightful conversation with Jill James, her client and dear friend, about how our present business decisions can enable us to prioritize our future well-being.
 
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are two ways I can help you.
 
1. Join The Academy For women consultants who've been in business 2+ years and are making $120k+.
Build the two systems every consulting business needs to get more of the right clients, get paid more, and build a sustainable business: 
→ A marketing system to bring the right clients to you and fill your pipeline
→ A sales system to help clients say yes and get you paid more.
If you're ready to make your business and revenue more stable, secure, and sustainable, visit smartgetspaid.com/academy to learn more and apply.
 
2. Get Referrals on Repeat
Learn the five strategies to get more referrals and attract more of the right inquiries on purpose – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen.
Get your free guide at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
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CONNECT WITH LEAH:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leahtn/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@smartgetspaid
Website: smartgetspaid.com
Email: team@smartgetspaid.com

77: How to get paid more for your consulting work

Have you ever wondered if you could get paid more for your consulting work? Or perhaps you'd like to get paid more, but the story you're telling yourself is that clients won't say yes. If so, don't miss this episode. Listen in as Leah coaches a client on pricing, pricing confidence, and using pricing to build a better relationship with clients.
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When you're ready to break through to the next revenue level in your consulting business, here are two ways I can help you.
 
1. Join The Academy For women consultants who've been in business 2+ years and are making $120k+.
Build the two systems every consulting business needs to get more of the right clients, get paid more, and build a sustainable business: 
→ A marketing system to bring the right clients to you and fill your pipeline
→ A sales system to help clients say yes and get you paid more.
If you're ready to make your business and revenue more stable, secure, and sustainable, visit smartgetspaid.com/academy to learn more and apply.
 
2. Get Referrals on Repeat
Learn the five strategies to get more referrals and attract more of the right inquiries on purpose – no more sitting around hoping they'll happen.
Get your free guide at smartgetspaid.com/referrals
 
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CONNECT WITH LEAH:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/leahtn/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@smartgetspaid
Website: smartgetspaid.com
Email: team@smartgetspaid.com