Self-Care Episodes

The busy Holiday season is upon us - and you need to plan. So many small business owners, especially new ones, don't plan far enough ahead to maximize sales and prevent burnout. Today we talk about 4 things you can do right now to have an efficient and prospers Q4 in 2026! Whether you're a service business owner or product business owner - or any other type, this is for you! 🎉The She's Just Getting Started gift boutique JUST OPENED! Come check it out and get yourself something special to chee...

When Your Business Is Taking Over Your Life, This Saves You Is your business running you instead of the other way around? In this episode, Kimberly gets honest about a pattern she's fallen into twice, most recently while building the new She's Just Getting Started boutique: letting the business swallow the rest of her life. She shares a hard lesson from years ago in Colorado, when her husband finally told her something had to change, and breaks down the real fix that most business owners skip: clear, repeatable systems and workflows. Kimberly walks through how to spot the signs your business is taking over, why hiring help alone won't fix a broken workflow, and how to build simple, written systems you could hand off to someone else tomorrow if you had to. If you're a product seller or service provider feeling stretched thin, this episode gives you a practical starting point to reclaim your time without slowing your growth. Plus, get an update on the She's Just Getting Started…

Building a business without losing yourself starts with a simple truth: you have to choose grace over grind. Most new founders dodge that idea because they think grace equals “lower standards.” It doesn’t. It’s the only way you stay sane while you’re figuring things out. The early months are full of doubt, comparison, and nonstop noise telling you to execute perfectly. That pressure pushes people into overworking, second-guessing, or hiding behind perfectionism. Giving yourself grace is what cre...

If your business used to feel exciting but now feels heavy, you’re not alone. That heaviness usually doesn’t come from one big thing—it’s a mix of timing that’s off, unclear demand, wearing too many hats, and sometimes, a quiet truth we don’t want to face: entrepreneurship isn’t always the right fit forever… or even right now. Let’s unpack that together. First: timing. Life runs in seasons. Sometimes you’ve got little kids, aging parents, health changes, travel, or a new job. Trying to grow a ...

Today's episode is a unique one - it's not actually about business. It's about how to end the loneliness many of you suffer in silence - and how to start building the friendships & community you've been yearning for!

Do Business Owners Really Need Self-Care? You already have a million things on your plate—so taking care of yourself probably feels like the last thing on the list. I get it. But here’s the truth: self-care isn’t just indulgence or a reward for “getting it all done”—it’s actually one of the smartest things you can do for your business. After 300 podcast episodes and 20+ years of building businesses, I’ve learned that you are your business’s greatest asset—and if you’re running on empty, everyt...

Dealing with chronic illness doesn't mean you have to give up on your business dreams. Today I share my personal journey with autoimmune issues and offer three essential coping strategies for entrepreneurs facing health challenges. ***The book I recommended in this episode is Don't Believe Everything You THINK

In today's episode, I talk you through the positive & negative effects of being emotionally attached to your business. Today I talk you through 3 good things & 3 bad things so that you can recognize them. Positive things: 1. Your passion for this is a powerful force that fuels your business. 2. You don't quit easily 3.You care deeply about the quality of your product/service & how people like it and get use of it. Negative things: 1. Mishaps bring you way down. 2. You are so passionate about sel...

In today's episode we talk about how you can bring GOD into your business & incorporate your faith so can feel confident in doing His will :)

In today's episode, I talk about how YOU need to be authentic in your business and NOT try to be someone or do things that are not representative of who you truly are. Because share is what happens when you DO NOT show up as you are: -you act weird trying to say or do things that you don't feel comfortable doing -people can SEE and FEEL that something is off and don't connect with you -you don't ultimately get the sales you are seeking Don't do this. Be you in ALL things in your business. T...

You'll hear my personal stories about when I had my 3rd child & how I dealt with that. Then also while I have had these mysterious ongoing health issues for 2 years... 1. Don't be afraid to tell your customers & clients so they know what's going on. They will give you grace! 2. Go ahead and start organizing tasks & creating workflows so if someone needs to jump in, they can easily help. 3. Hire in extra help during those times. ------------------------------------- JOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM, FACE...

Oh yes, let's celebrate that today is the worst you'll ever be at your business. Yes, this is an odd sense of humor ...but it's the truth. You have so much greatness ahead! I know the title of this episode sounds like a Debbie Downer, but it's actually a positive episode & will get you excited to push your business forward :) Here's the 3 points I cover in this fun episode:) 1. This is the LEAST you'll ever know. YAY! That is fabulous news! Every day you're learning more than you realize! 2. Y...

So many new business owners tell me that at some point they feel like a failure. They don't feel like a success and even doubt their ability to grow a successful business. And this BREAKS MY HEART. Today I talk you through 3 things you can start doing NOW so you can STOP yourself from feeling like a failure.

In today’s episode I talk about the “L” word - yes, loneliness. So many new business owners tell me they sometimes feel alone as they get their business started & growing. Yes, it does happen to many, but the good news is there are some things you can put in place to cope. Even I have felt lonely in my business. When I started my online business in 2003, no one I knew AT ALL was online. I literally knew no one doing this. I had no coach. I had no coaching group. I wasn’t a part of anything. I l...

In today's episode, I talk you through some common things that feel heavy to some new owners, and how to STOP allowing the weight to bring you down.

So many new business owners let their business take over their life - and end up spending the majority of their days working on or in their businesses. I don't want this to happen to you because there is SO much more to your life than just your business, as fun, fulfilling & exciting as it is! Today I walk you through the 3 big things that are more important than your business: 1 - Your physical health. You have to take care of YOU, whether you have an illness, are simply stressed, or haven't ...

In today's episode, I share with you how you should feel when it comes to your business. So many of you don't feel totally good about certain aspects of your business - you keep going back & forth on something. And usually, that means something isn't feeling "aligned" with you. Today, I share a story about what wasn't feeling "aligned" with me.

Do you ever feel like a hot mess during this process of starting & building your business? Chances are you do - and you're not alone. In today's episode I share 3 ways many of us are a hot mess and what you can do to overcome them. So here's the deal: We're all a hot mess building our businesses. No one totally has it together. Here are 3 ways I'm seeing everyone struggling & just wanted to share so you're know you're not alone. Plus, you can learn ways to overcome the struggles you're dealing...

We all love our businesses, right? But every now and then, you may feel like you are burned out or simply need a break. Today I share with you 4 things to consider so you can move forward effectively. 1. Give yourself grace. I share how you can just let this be and accept the fact that you DO need a break every now and then. You shouldn't expect yourself to be on 100% of the time, because you won't be. You love this business of course, but there will be days that you just aren't feeling it, so g...

We all know that in life, change is inevitable. Here's the thing: it's the same in your business. Yes, things will change. Today I share with you 4 ways that you may experience change and how to keep your head up & know this is NORMAL and you CAN CHANGE.....!

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So many new business owners are so giddy and excited about their businesses. And yes, you should be. Starting & building a business is a blast! But, here’s the problem: some of you aren’t having fun. And so, I have to ask: “WHY NOT?” Today I want you to think about 3 ways you should be having fun: With what you are selling. Yes, you should be having a blast offering the thing you offer :) Maybe you are a home decorator, instructor, maker, designer, teacher, etc - whatever it is, it should be ...

In today's episode, I share with you the 3 people you need to show up for. So many of you are scared as you are starting your business - and hopefully, this is the nudge to help you see that you MUST SHOW UP! So many of you are putting so much pressure on yourself as you start your business. Yes, your business is important but so many put undue pressure on themselves and you need to stop yourself from bearing this.

So many of you are putting so much pressure on yourself as you start your business. Yes, your business is important but so many put undue pressure on themselves and you need to stop yourself from bearing this. Know that you are not alone if you feel pressure. In my 1x1 coaching, in my FB group, and in my Just Start Academy, I see people expressing the pressure they feel. Here are some examples of what they are telling me: Some feel heavy with the weight of the whole business process. Some fe...