3 Business Lessons That Running Has Taught Me

Throughout the course of my entrepreneurship journey, I’ve made it a daily priority to take care of my physical and mental health. Not only does this make me healthier and more focused, but it makes me a better person, leader, and teammate. One of my favourite ways to take care of my physical and mental health is running. While running is amazing for my health and well-being, it’s also taught me a few important business lessons along the way. Read on to learn the 3 business lessons that running has taught me over the years.

Getting Honest About Your Business Money

In my years of working in the online business space and with various business owners, if there’s anything I’ve learned about business money, it’s that the numbers don’t mean shit if you’re not honest about them.

One of my biggest pet peeves is when business owners share their numbers without knowing what they actually mean. Not only does this feel inauthentic and a bit dishonest, but it can also put you in a dangerous spot in your business if you don’t understand your numbers and where you’re really at with your business money. Read on for a real and honest conversation about business money!

How to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed by Client Deadlines

Do you constantly feel overwhelmed by client deadlines? When you see a task come in, does it immediately send you into a stressed-out frenzy? That’s no way for an entrepreneur to feel in your OWN business. If you're wondering how to stop feeling overwhelmed by client deadlines and feel more in flow with your work, read on!

CommunicationThe Champagne CollectiveMay 16, 2023communication, clients, boundaries, contracts

4 Things You’re Allowed to Do As a Business Owner

As an entrepreneur, setting boundaries is absolutely crucial to your success. The topic of boundaries is not talked about enough in the business space, and I believe it’s time to get real about it. Read on to learn why boundaries are so important to your success and happiness plus 4 things that you’re allowed to do as a business owner and the boss of your own life!

How to Turn Work-Mode Off and Recharge

Do you feel constantly tied down by work and like you have to take work with you everywhere you go? Whether it’s a girl’s weekend, a family vacation, or a random Tuesday that you are offline, you deserve to enjoy life, recharge, and turn work-mode OFF. Read on to learn how to stop taking work with you everywhere and which systems you need in place to make this happen.

Work Life BalanceThe Champagne CollectiveApril 18, 2023boundaries, systems, business systems, vacation, team, balance

5 Habits of Our Most Successful Clients

We are beyond blessed here at AK/VA to work with incredible, talented, and wildly successful clients who are making an impact on the world each and every day. After working with many business owners, we know what works and what doesn’t work in the online space. Read on to learn how to land these types of clients and what the 5 habits of our most successful clients are so you can implement these habits, too!

How to Raise Your Prices With Confidence

One of the most powerful aspects of being a business owner is having the freedom and control to set and raise your prices how you see fit. No more waiting for an annual, company-wide pay raise that the entire staff receives, no matter how hard you work or how much business you bring in. Being an entrepreneur allows you to be in charge of what you charge! However, raising your prices can come with some challenges, mindset blocks, and imposter syndrome. Read on to learn what key factors to consider when raising your prices so you can do so with confidence and clarity!

Entrepreneurial TipsThe Champagne CollectiveMarch 28, 2023pricing, raising rates, value, impact

4 Things to Consider Before Purchasing a Program

Investing in programs to help streamline your business and scale more quickly and efficiently is a big decision. Not all programs are created equally and not every program will be right for your specific business and needs. After nearly six years into a business where I often dive into other business owners' systems, there is a pattern I see repeatedly when it comes to programs. Read on to learn what the pattern is plus 4 things you should consider before purchasing a new program for your business.

Business TipsThe Champagne CollectiveMarch 21, 2023program, systems, business systems, processes

Protecting Your Time and Knowledge as an Entrepreneur

As an entrepreneur, your time and knowledge are your most valuable assets. The expertise you bring to the table and the time in which you spend with each client is precious. In order to grow a successful, thriving business, you must set boundaries with clients and potential clients to protect those assets, otherwise, they’ll be taken advantage of.

How to Prepare to Crush Your Next Launch

Launching a new course, program, membership, or offer requires a lot of planning and preparation. There are several moving parts and small details in the process to consider. Oftentimes, I see entrepreneurs get so caught up in the marketing side of actually bringing people into these offers that they forget about some of the most important steps and details that will make their launch successful. Read on to learn how to prepare to crush your next launch.

Entrepreneurial TipsThe Champagne CollectiveFebruary 28, 2023entrepreneur tips, launch, systems, processes

There’s Funds in the Follow-Up

Converting clients into paying customers is not just about how great your consultation call process is or how amazing you are at pitching yourself. The key to landing more clients is mastering the art of the follow up. Read on to learn why the funds are truly in the follow-up and how to create a follow-up system that converts.

Business TipsThe Champagne CollectiveFebruary 21, 2023follow-up, connection, clients, landing clients, virtual assistant

5 Tips for Getting To Know Your Team Better

In order to be a great leader, you must build up the people who help build your business. Not only is it important to ensure that your team feels happy, inspired, and fulfilled in their work, but the more you get to know them and build them up, the more they’ll be able to grow in their roles and bring more success into the business. Read on for 5 tips for getting to know your team better so you can create a business run by people who are thriving.

Entrepreneurial TipsThe Champagne CollectiveFebruary 14, 2023team, leadership, communication, support, trust

Powerful Systems Are the Secret To Scaling Your Business

Whether you’re a brand new entrepreneur just getting started or you’ve been in business for some time, there’s one thing you absolutely must build out in your business in order to scale with ease and joy, and that is, your SYSTEMS. Read on to learn why systems are the secret to scaling your business, empowering your team, making a greater impact, and increasing your profits!

Business TipsThe Champagne CollectiveFebruary 7, 2023systems, business systems, processes, tea, scale to success

My 2023 In / Out List

Every year, I like to spend some time reflecting on the successes, wins (both big and small), challenges, and lessons learned throughout the previous year and create a "What's In / Out List" for the new year! This not only helps me learn from, grow, and process the experiences from the past year, but it helps me stay focused and intentional heading into the new year. So without further ado, my 2023 IN / OUT list is here, and I'm not holding a damn thing back!

Entrepreneurial TipsThe Champagne CollectiveJanuary 24, 2023boundaries, new year, goals, clients

My Favourite Business Hack for Creatives

If you are a creative business owner or you work with creative entrepreneurs, then you probably know just how many ideas and dreams are flying around at once. It might feel overwhelming to keep track of it all, but with this simple business hack, you’ll be able to keep the creative juices flowing while organizing all of the ideas into actionable steps and a roadmap for success.

3 Things Great Leaders Do To Help Their Business Flourish

In order to have a business and team that truly flourishes and gets consistent results, you have to be a great leader. However, making a lot of money or signing a certain number of clients is not what defines a great leader. A great leader is defined by their willingness to ASK for feedback, their receptiveness to the feedback, the steps they take to make the changes necessary for everyone to flourish, and the actions they take to ensure their team and business is set up for success and support.

Entrepreneurial TipsThe Champagne CollectiveJanuary 10, 2023leadership, team, communication

3 Things That Are More Important Than Making Money

Running a business is an amazing way to create time and schedule freedom, break through income ceilings, and achieve your financial goals. In fact, all of those things make being an entrepreneur so damn exhilarating. However, running a business is so much more than just making money.

Entrepreneurial TipsThe Champagne CollectiveDecember 13, 2022values, impact, success, entrepreneur

How to Set Yourself Up for Success (and Less Stress) This Holiday Season

Although the holidays are meant for joy and excitement, as a business owner, this season can also bring a lot of stress and overwhelm. Just thinking about everything you need to get done before you take time off can raise your heartbeat.

What if this year, you set yourself up for success (and less stress) without sacrificing your business growth OR your mental health THE holiday season?

Entrepreneurial TipsThe Champagne CollectiveDecember 6, 2022holidays, delegation, outsourcing, priorities

4 Ways to Get Unstuck in Your Business

Being an entrepreneur and running your own business is amazing and empowering, but that doesn’t mean it comes without its share of struggles and challenges. ⁠If you are feeling stuck in your business (or your personal life), here are 4 ways to get unstuck and find your way back.

Entrepreneurial TipsThe Champagne CollectiveNovember 29, 2022burnout, challenges, purpose

How to Face Changes and Challenges

No matter where you’re at in your business, what degrees or certifications you have, or how much money you make, you will always face changes and challenges. Business is ever-evolving and there will always be bumps in the road. The best way to face changes and challenges is to embrace them as redirection. ⁠

Entrepreneurial TipsThe Champagne CollectiveNovember 15, 2022challenges, embracing change, trust, growth

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