In the last episode of Season 2 we discuss something which maybe isn't talked about enough.... feeling like you want to give up and close your business. This is something so many of us go through and it's important to be honest with how you're feeling and get support. Season 3 will return in a few months time so in the meantime do keep in touch with me via my email list.  Sign up and receive your free 7 Steps To A More Life-Friendly Business Checklist at www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/7-steps

In the last episode of Season 2 we discuss something which maybe isn't talked about enough.... feeling like you want to give up and close your business. This is something so many of us go through and it's important to be honest with how you're feeling and get support. Season 3 will return in a few months time so in the meantime do keep in touch with me via my email list.  Sign up and receive your free 7 Steps To A More Life-Friendly Business Checklist at <a href="//www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/7-steps" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/7-steps</a>

Ep 40 - When you feel like giving up...

This week we're discussing the power of the hive mind, and the surprising benefits of immersing yourself in a mastermind.  The term 'Mastermind' was coined by Napoleon Hill in his book 'Think and Grow Rich". The mastermind concept allows you to leverage the different skills and talents of two or more people to produce a better result. In fact, many businesses, small and large, have thrived by being part of one.  In today's episode I share my opinion on why masterminding is invaluable for a small business owner.  Want to try masterminding for yourself? Check out our IMPACT online workshops and our 12 week Evolve Mastermind program right here.

This week we're discussing the power of the hive mind, and the surprising benefits of immersing yourself in a mastermind.  The term 'Mastermind' was coined by Napoleon Hill in his book 'Think and Grow Rich". The mastermind concept allows you to leverage the different skills and talents of two or more people to produce a better result. In fact, many businesses, small and large, have thrived by being part of one.  In today's episode I share my opinion on why masterminding is invaluable for a small business owner. Want to try masterminding for yourself? Check out our IMPACT online workshops and our 12 week Evolve Mastermind program <a href="//www.lifefriendlybusiness.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">right here</a>.

Ep 39 - The Power of Masterminding

Are you frustrated with slow growth in your business? Do you feel like you are missing crucial pieces of the puzzle? Are you investing in one course after another looking for the answer? This episode is for you. Here's maybe why you haven't made the progress you're looking for.  Download your FREE Life-Friendly Business Checklist at www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/7-steps

Are you frustrated with slow growth in your business? Do you feel like you are missing crucial pieces of the puzzle? Are you investing in one course after another looking for the answer? This episode is for you. Here's maybe why you haven't made the progress you're looking for. Download your FREE Life-Friendly Business Checklist at <a href="//www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/7-steps" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/7-steps</a>

Ep 38 - The Secret To Progress

Have you found yourself desperate to put your hand up in a busy room to share your opinion or expertise, but you just can't bring yourself to? Have you had 1:1 conversations with people talking about their challenges, and you KNOW you could help them, but you hold back from saying anything because your inner critic is going wild? This episode is for you. Listen now for tips on how to put those mindset gremlins to rest and get out there to share your message with the world.  Download your FREE Life-Friendly Business Checklist at www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/7-steps

Have you found yourself desperate to put your hand up in a busy room to share your opinion or expertise, but you just can't bring yourself to? Have you had 1:1 conversations with people talking about their challenges, and you KNOW you could help them, but you hold back from saying anything because your inner critic is going wild? This episode is for you. Listen now for tips on how to put those mindset gremlins to rest and get out there to share your message with the world. Download your FREE Life-Friendly Business Checklist at <a href="http://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/7-steps" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/7-steps</a>

Ep 37 - It's Time To Speak Up

Today we're talking with Animal Communicator &amp; Healer, Susannah Rafelle of Self Selection For Animals. Susannah has been able to talk to animals all her life and she uses this gift to help people to have happier and healthier animals and a peaceful family life. She has built her business around her gift, and we discuss the challenges of charging what you're worth, and learning to be business savvy. Connect with Susannah at https://www.selfselectionforanimals.co.uk/  Find out how I can help you to build a life-friendly business too at www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon

Today we're talking with Animal Communicator &amp; Healer, Susannah Rafelle of Self Selection For Animals. Susannah has been able to talk to animals all her life and she uses this gift to help people to have happier and healthier animals and a peaceful family life. She has built her business around her gift, and we discuss the challenges of charging what you're worth, and learning to be business savvy. Connect with Susannah at <a href="https://www.selfselectionforanimals.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.selfselectionforanimals.co.uk/</a> Find out how I can help you to build a life-friendly business too at <a href="http://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon</a>

Ep 36 - Charging As A Heart-Led Business

Whether you have the kids at home for school holidays, or they are unexpectedly off sick, the dynamic of your working day will change. I share my 3 top tips for balancing business and kids during these times.  Manage expectations - this is a 3 pronged approach so listen for more Focus on your 5% activities - I explain what these are Take the pressure off - what this means  Listen now and implement these strategies when you find yourself overwhelmed with trying to do everything.  For more tips and support visit www.lifefriendlybusiness.com

Whether you have the kids at home for school holidays, or they are unexpectedly off sick, the dynamic of your working day will change. I share my 3 top tips for balancing business and kids during these times. <ol> <li>Manage expectations - this is a 3 pronged approach so listen for more</li> <li>Focus on your 5% activities - I explain what these are</li> <li>Take the pressure off - what this means</li> </ol> Listen now and implement these strategies when you find yourself overwhelmed with trying to do everything. For more tips and support visit <a href="http://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifefriendlybusiness.com</a>

Ep 35 - When The Kids Are At Home

6 years ago Gina Smith gave up a career teaching to pursue a business making visual communication resources to help young children plus those with autism, speech and language difficulties and other types of neurodiversity, to communicate. Since then she has grown a successful business selling on Amazon and through her own website Create Visual Aids. Gina shares why she's passionate about the need for visual symbols for all children, and how's she's learned to bring on support in order to scale and still keep her business life-friendly. Connect with Gina at www.createvisualaids.com  Want to make your own business more life-friendly? Check out the support available to you in The Cocoon www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon

6 years ago Gina Smith gave up a career teaching to pursue a business making visual communication resources to help young children plus those with autism, speech and language difficulties and other types of neurodiversity, to communicate. Since then she has grown a successful business selling on Amazon and through her own website Create Visual Aids. Gina shares why she's passionate about the need for visual symbols for all children, and how's she's learned to bring on support in order to scale and still keep her business life-friendly. Connect with Gina at <a href="http://www.createvisualaids.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.createvisualaids.com</a> Want to make your own business more life-friendly? Check out the support available to you in The Cocoon <a href="http://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon</a>

Ep 34 - Building A Business On Amazon

Should you spend money on business support if you're not even making enough money to pay yourself? How can you justify paying out for something if there's not a tangible financial return? Erin shares her own experience of investing over the last 13 years, explains the difference between a mentor, coach &amp; consultant and offers you these questions to consider every time you think about investing:  Will this give me the confidence to market myself more easily, and therefore make more sales? Will this teach me valuable skills to grow my business, which would take me years to learn on my own? Will having this support make running my own business more enjoyable and less stressful? Will doing this reduce my self doubt, overwhelm and procrastination? Have I been meaning to make a change or develop something for aaaaaages and it’s just not happening when I try to do it alone? Will I be able to recoup the money I’m investing with the sales I make as a result? (for example, within the next year?)  Want to chat about support for your business? Drop Erin an email at erin@lifefriendlybusiness.com for a free call.

Should you spend money on business support if you're not even making enough money to pay yourself? How can you justify paying out for something if there's not a tangible financial return? Erin shares her own experience of investing over the last 13 years, explains the difference between a mentor, coach &amp; consultant and offers you these questions to consider every time you think about investing: <ol> <li>Will this give me the confidence to market myself more easily, and therefore make more sales?</li> <li>Will this teach me valuable skills to grow my business, which would take me years to learn on my own?</li> <li>Will having this support make running my own business more enjoyable and less stressful?</li> <li>Will doing this reduce my self doubt, overwhelm and procrastination?</li> <li>Have I been meaning to make a change or develop something for aaaaaages and it’s just not happening when I try to do it alone?</li> <li>Will I be able to recoup the money I’m investing with the sales I make as a result? (for example, within the next year?)</li> </ol> Want to chat about support for your business? Drop Erin an email at <a href="mailto:erin@lifefriendlybusiness.com">erin@lifefriendlybusiness.com</a> for a free call.

Ep 33 - When To Invest

Faye Strange helps brands achieve more quality traffic, sign-ups and sales by having an organic presence on Pinterest. Pinterest isn't just another social media platform, it’s a powerful visual search engine and more and more people are turning to it as a positive online space that inspires them. In this episode Faye shares her top tips for using Pinterest as a small business, busts some myths and also shares her own journey of navigating the world of self-employment and motherhood. Connect with Faye on Instagram @strange_social / strangesocial.com  Find out more about Life-Friendly Business at www.lifefriendlybusiness.com

Faye Strange helps brands achieve more quality traffic, sign-ups and sales by having an organic presence on Pinterest. Pinterest isn't just another social media platform, it’s a powerful visual search engine and more and more people are turning to it as a positive online space that inspires them. In this episode Faye shares her top tips for using Pinterest as a small business, busts some myths and also shares her own journey of navigating the world of self-employment and motherhood. Connect with Faye on Instagram @strange_social / <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.strangesocial.com&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1644402606455552&amp;usg=AOvVaw2IPs9VgK2vD5_9gvKlEtPU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">strangesocial.com</a> Find out more about Life-Friendly Business at <a href="http://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifefriendlybusiness.com</a>

Ep 32 - The Power of Pinterest

Do you have someone you can confide in without being judged? Today I'm speaking with Sarah Hickling, a Career Coach helping organisations get the best performance from their workforce, as well as helping individuals take steps to be in the career they want. She does this by providing a safe space for them to speak openly and be heard. Sarah from Your Time Coaching shares her own journey from retail to small business owner plus we discuss how to keep your work/life in balance. Connect with Sarah via her website.  Need support with your business? The Cocoon is the go-to resource for women building businesses on their own terms. Check it out here.

Do you have someone you can confide in without being judged? Today I'm speaking with Sarah Hickling, a Career Coach helping organisations get the best performance from their workforce, as well as helping individuals take steps to be in the career they want. She does this by providing a safe space for them to speak openly and be heard. Sarah from Your Time Coaching shares her own journey from retail to small business owner plus we discuss how to keep your work/life in balance. Connect with Sarah via her <a href="//www.yourtimecoaching.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>. Need support with your business? The Cocoon is the go-to resource for women building businesses on their own terms. <a href="//www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check it out here</a>.

Ep 31 - The Importance Of Being Heard

Welcome to the Life-Friendly Business Podcast where we lift the lid on the reality of running a business around family life and shine a light on the mindset gremlins which may well be stopping you from stepping in to your zone of genius. Business Coach and Mentor, Erin Thomas Wong, will be digging in to the topics that matter to YOU and sharing the stories of women striving to build life-friendly businesses on their own terms. If you want to grow and scale a business that works in harmony with your family and your life, this podcast is for you!

Are you fed up of people treating your business like a hobby? Or do you struggle to see yourself as a 'business owner' and cringe every time you have to introduce yourself? If you're feeling self doubt or low confidence about your business, you will undoubtedly be projecting this to the outside world. It's time to make a change and show up as the business owner you want to be.  Get the support you need to build your confidence as a business owner in The Cocoon VIP Membership. Take a look at www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon

Are you fed up of people treating your business like a hobby? Or do you struggle to see yourself as a 'business owner' and cringe every time you have to introduce yourself? If you're feeling self doubt or low confidence about your business, you will undoubtedly be projecting this to the outside world. It's time to make a change and show up as the business owner you want to be. Get the support you need to build your confidence as a business owner in The Cocoon VIP Membership. Take a look at <a href="http://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon</a>

Ep 30 - Think Like A Business Owner

Today I'm speaking to Margaret Shenken, a Litigator turned Fitness Franchise owner turned Habit and Mindset Coach. This conversation is one about finding your passion, evolving your business and not being afraid to niche down. We also talk about our changing identities as mothers and business owners, how she measures her success and how she's adapting to her kids leaving the nest. Listen now and feel inspired to keep evolving! Connect with Margaret on Instagram  -------------------- ✨ Subscribe to The Life Friendly Business channel and never miss an episode... Want to listen to The Life Friendly Business Podcast in your favourite podcast player? Visit https://anchor.fm/lifefriendlybusiness -------------------- ✨ Have you written your prescription for a life-friendly business yet? The Life-Friendly Business Podcast is all about carving your own path, and doing it at your own pace. But I know that’s not easy to do. You get busy and squeeze in extra working hours. You flex the hours you’re available to be accommodating. You take on work you’d rather not because you feel like you need the money. I’ve made all these mistakes and so have my podcast guests. To help you decide what a Life-Friendly Business looks like for you AND stick to the boundaries and commitments needed to create that, I’ve created the Life-Friendly Business Prescription. Get your copy now: https://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/prescription -----------------

Today I'm speaking to Margaret Shenken, a Litigator turned Fitness Franchise owner turned Habit and Mindset Coach. This conversation is one about finding your passion, evolving your business and not being afraid to niche down. We also talk about our changing identities as mothers and business owners, how she measures her success and how she's adapting to her kids leaving the nest. Listen now and feel inspired to keep evolving! Connect with Margaret on <a href="//www.instagram.com/margaret_shenken" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> -------------------- ✨ Subscribe to The Life Friendly Business channel and never miss an episode... Want to listen to The Life Friendly Business Podcast in your favourite podcast player? Visit <a href="https://anchor.fm/lifefriendlybusiness" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/lifefriendlybusiness</a> -------------------- ✨ Have you written your prescription for a life-friendly business yet? The Life-Friendly Business Podcast is all about carving your own path, and doing it at your own pace. But I know that’s not easy to do. You get busy and squeeze in extra working hours. You flex the hours you’re available to be accommodating. You take on work you’d rather not because you feel like you need the money. I’ve made all these mistakes and so have my podcast guests. To help you decide what a Life-Friendly Business looks like for you AND stick to the boundaries and commitments needed to create that, I’ve created the Life-Friendly Business Prescription. Get your copy now: <a href="https://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/prescription" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/prescription</a> -----------------

Ep 29 - The Evolving Journey

Hannah Martin is the Founder of Talented Ladies Club, an online magazine and training academy that unlocks the potential of women. Hannah is also an award-winning copywriter with over 23 years’ experience working for the world’s top advertising agencies and brands, and a qualified psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and NLP Practitioner. She is also a member of two All Parliamentary Groups in the House of Commons, and participates in a coaching and mentoring advisory group. In this interview Hannah shares her journey over the last 9 years of building TLC from the ground up, and we chat about how she keeps her work life-friendly, and about why she made a stand against MLM's (Multi Level Marketing companies). Listen now

Hannah Martin is the Founder of Talented Ladies Club, an online magazine and training academy that unlocks the potential of women. Hannah is also an award-winning copywriter with over 23 years’ experience working for the world’s top advertising agencies and brands, and a qualified psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and NLP Practitioner. She is also a member of two All Parliamentary Groups in the House of Commons, and participates in a coaching and mentoring advisory group. In this interview Hannah shares her journey over the last 9 years of building TLC from the ground up, and we chat about how she keeps her work life-friendly, and about why she made a stand against MLM's (Multi Level Marketing companies). Listen now

Ep 28 - Creating A Well-oiled Machine

You know that feeling you get in the pit of your stomach when someone says no to you? and you were sure they were going to say yes? or perhaps you felt soooo awkward already that you kind of expected a no, but to hear it still felt just as bad?! As small business owners we will all face some kind of rejection on a regular basis because not everyone is going to buy from us. But even though we know this logically, it can be a hard pill to swallow. Hear my tips on how to turn negative feedback in to positive action in this episode. For more support visit www.lifefriendlybusiness.com

You know that feeling you get in the pit of your stomach when someone says no to you? and you were sure they were going to say yes? or perhaps you felt soooo awkward already that you kind of expected a no, but to hear it still felt just as bad?! As small business owners we will all face some kind of rejection on a regular basis because not everyone is going to buy from us. But even though we know this logically, it can be a hard pill to swallow. Hear my tips on how to turn negative feedback in to positive action in this episode. For more support visit <a href="http://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifefriendlybusiness.com</a>

Ep 27 - Dealing With Rejection

Welcome to Season 2 of The Life-Friendly Business! Today we're talking about setting our intentions for the year ahead and reflecting on how things have been so far. How do you want to feel this year? How do you want things to look for your life and business? We discuss the questions you need to ask yourself and how to set realistic intentions for your business. It's all about keeping it life-friendly!  Find out more about how I can support you in your business at www.lifefriendlybusiness.com

Welcome to Season 2 of The Life-Friendly Business! Today we're talking about setting our intentions for the year ahead and reflecting on how things have been so far. How do you want to feel this year? How do you want things to look for your life and business? We discuss the questions you need to ask yourself and how to set realistic intentions for your business. It's all about keeping it life-friendly! Find out more about how I can support you in your business at <a href="http://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifefriendlybusiness.com</a>

Ep 26 - What Do You REALLY Want?

As the first season of this podcast draws to a close with this final episode, I wanted to talk to you about the importance of taking time to reflect. It's so easy to overlook this when we are busy with our heads down in the day-to-day, but it's crucial to review how things have been going in to order to make positive change going forward. In this episode I talk through the 5 questions you can ask yourself to start this process:  How has your business grown in the last year? What hasn't worked so well? What would you like to do more of? What would you like to do less of? What are you most proud of?  I have loved creating these episodes for you and look forward to returning in the New Year, but I would also LOVE your feedback on what you'd like more of in the next season. Please reach out to me at erin@lifefriendlysbusiness.com  Want to find out more about working with me? Visit the website and drop me a message! www.lifefriendlybusiness.com

As the first season of this podcast draws to a close with this final episode, I wanted to talk to you about the importance of taking time to reflect. It's so easy to overlook this when we are busy with our heads down in the day-to-day, but it's crucial to review how things have been going in to order to make positive change going forward. In this episode I talk through the 5 questions you can ask yourself to start this process: <ol> <li>How has your business grown in the last year?</li> <li>What hasn't worked so well?</li> <li>What would you like to do more of?</li> <li>What would you like to do less of?</li> <li>What are you most proud of?</li> </ol> I have loved creating these episodes for you and look forward to returning in the New Year, but I would also LOVE your feedback on what you'd like more of in the next season. Please reach out to me at erin@lifefriendlysbusiness.com Want to find out more about working with me? Visit the website and drop me a message! <a href="http://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifefriendlybusiness.com</a>

Ep 25 - Time To Reflect 

Do you find selling what you do THE most challenging part of running your own business? You're not alone. A lack of confidence, knowledge and experience in this area can make it feel incredibly daunting. I've never had any formal sales training, so like many of you, it's been baptism by fire and I've had to make mistakes and learn on the job. But often it's not just about lacking strategy or skill, it's about how we FEEL about ourselves or our product or service that stops us from being able to sell effectively. In this episode I share my own journey of becoming more comfortable with selling and the mindset shifts that have helped me to get there, so hopefully they can help you too!  Evolve to the next stage in your business, income and life and unlock that sense of fulfillment and success you yearn for.  Next round of our Group Mastermind starts January 2022, get in now before the price rise. Find out more and apply now here.

Do you find selling what you do THE most challenging part of running your own business? You're not alone. A lack of confidence, knowledge and experience in this area can make it feel incredibly daunting. I've never had any formal sales training, so like many of you, it's been baptism by fire and I've had to make mistakes and learn on the job. But often it's not just about lacking strategy or skill, it's about how we FEEL about ourselves or our product or service that stops us from being able to sell effectively. In this episode I share my own journey of becoming more comfortable with selling and the mindset shifts that have helped me to get there, so hopefully they can help you too! Evolve to the next stage in your business, income and life and unlock that sense of fulfillment and success you yearn for.  Next round of our Group Mastermind starts January 2022, get in now before the price rise. Find out more and apply now <a href="https://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/evolve-mastermind-2021" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.

Ep 24 - Making Sales Less Icky

To have an 'impact' is to have 'a marked effect or influence' on something, and I'm betting this is something we all want, whether it's on our businesses, our bottom line, our lives or even on the world! I honestly believe that in order to do this, we must start from within, but there are also some fundamental steps you need to take to make sure that you are being as effective as possible in what you do. It all starts with creating time to reassess, reflect and plan, and giving yourself CEO time to work on the bigger picture. This is exactly what we do in the IMPACT online workshops that I host 3 times a year, coming together in a Zoom room with other awesome women in business creating life-friendly businesses just like you. There are many ways that you can make an impact, and in this episode I guide you through 3 steps you can take in order to make the impact you desire.  LIMITED TIME OFFER - You can buy an IMPACT Annual Pass to attend all 3 events in 2022 for just £145 - that's a 50% saving on the full ticket price. This offer ends midnight Thursday 11 November so grab yours now at https://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/impact-annual-pass

To have an 'impact' is to have 'a marked effect or influence' on something, and I'm betting this is something we all want, whether it's on our businesses, our bottom line, our lives or even on the world! I honestly believe that in order to do this, we must start from within, but there are also some fundamental steps you need to take to make sure that you are being as effective as possible in what you do. It all starts with creating time to reassess, reflect and plan, and giving yourself CEO time to work on the bigger picture. This is exactly what we do in the IMPACT online workshops that I host 3 times a year, coming together in a Zoom room with other awesome women in business creating life-friendly businesses just like you. There are many ways that you can make an impact, and in this episode I guide you through 3 steps you can take in order to make the impact you desire. LIMITED TIME OFFER - You can buy an IMPACT Annual Pass to attend all 3 events in 2022 for just £145 - that's a 50% saving on the full ticket price. This offer ends midnight Thursday 11 November so grab yours now at <a href="https://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/impact-annual-pass" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/impact-annual-pass</a>

Ep 23 - How To Make An Impact

In this episode I speak to Keri Squibb, Founder of The Dog and I and The Soap Coach. A previous Police Constable, Keri started her first business at 44 in her search to follow her passion and create a more flexible lifestyle. The Dog and I are plant based, luxury dog grooming and skincare products with the emphasis particularly on soap for dogs. As interest in her soap grew she started a second business, The Soap Coach, teaching all things soap making for dogs and humans alike. Teaching pushed her outside of her comfort zone at first, but two years on and the business is thriving, despite nearly folding during the Pandemic. I particularly love Keri's long term business planning, which is something we as small business owners can often overlook at we rush to get started. Keri shares her journey of building a product based business and tells us about her mission of taking soap making to a whole new level - so watch this space! Connect with Keri via her website here or on social @thedog_i or @thesoapcoach  Find out more about how The Cocoon could help you to grow your business at www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon

In this episode I speak to Keri Squibb, Founder of The Dog and I and The Soap Coach. A previous Police Constable, Keri started her first business at 44 in her search to follow her passion and create a more flexible lifestyle. The Dog and I are plant based, luxury dog grooming and skincare products with the emphasis particularly on soap for dogs. As interest in her soap grew she started a second business, The Soap Coach, teaching all things soap making for dogs and humans alike. Teaching pushed her outside of her comfort zone at first, but two years on and the business is thriving, despite nearly folding during the Pandemic. I particularly love Keri's long term business planning, which is something we as small business owners can often overlook at we rush to get started. Keri shares her journey of building a product based business and tells us about her mission of taking soap making to a whole new level - so watch this space! Connect with Keri via her website <a href="https://thesoapcoach.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> or on social @thedog_i or @thesoapcoach Find out more about how The Cocoon could help you to grow your business at <a href="http://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/cocoon</a>

Ep 22 - Building A Product Based Business

Are you pushing yourself to keep going, even when you feel exhausted, unwell and mentally overwhelmed? Why do we do this? Are we worried about looking weak? incapable? unhinged? We must stop doing this to ourselves. It's time to put your mental health first. It's time to prioritise your own needs, so that you can be even more resilient and productive in your life and business. I share my journey of how taking solo business retreats has transformed my year, and the signs you need to look out for to know when you need to be taking time to pause and rest. If you're stuck in the cycle of being endlessly busy, and running around like a headless chicken, you need to listen to this.  Create your own Life-Friendly Business Prescription with our free workbook here. Find out more about Life-Friendly Business and how I can help you to build a business you love around family life here.

Are you pushing yourself to keep going, even when you feel exhausted, unwell and mentally overwhelmed? Why do we do this? Are we worried about looking weak? incapable? unhinged? We must stop doing this to ourselves. It's time to put your mental health first. It's time to prioritise your own needs, so that you can be even more resilient and productive in your life and business. I share my journey of how taking solo business retreats has transformed my year, and the signs you need to look out for to know when you need to be taking time to pause and rest. If you're stuck in the cycle of being endlessly busy, and running around like a headless chicken, you need to listen to this. Create your own Life-Friendly Business Prescription with our free workbook <a href="https://www.lifefriendlybusiness.com/prescription" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. Find out more about Life-Friendly Business and how I can help you to build a business you love around family life <a href="//www.lifefriendlybusiness.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.

Ep 21 - Signs You Need A Brain Break

Welcome to the Life-Friendly Business Podcast where we lift the lid on the reality of running a business around family life and shine a light on the mindset gremlins which may well be stopping you from stepping in to your zone of genius. Business Coach and Mentor, Erin Thomas Wong, will be digging in to the topics that matter to YOU and sharing the stories of women striving to build life-friendly businesses on their own terms. If you want to grow and scale a business that works in harmony with your family and your life, this podcast is for you!

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