Starting Out 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...

We talk about what to do when you’re staring down a brand-new chapter, and your nerves feel louder than your hope. I share four practical ways to stay present so you don’t look back later and realize you missed a season that was actually wonderful.

Should you be selling physical products in your business? Before you order inventory or open a Shopify store, there are three questions you need to answer honestly, and most people skip straight past the first one. In this episode Kimberly shares the news that she's adding an online gift boutique to She's Just Getting Started, and walks you through the exact decision process she used to get there. She's been in the product world since 2003, when she launched her first online boutique and r...

If you've struggled with what to sell - what products, services, or programs, you're not alone. Many business owners go back and forth. But today we're going to end all that and give you the one that will help you decide what is best to offer.

It's time to look at your business and ensure you are offering what people want to pay for - and how they want to receive it. Today we're talking about ways you can offer your products and services to stay relevant in 2026 and 2027 to increase your sales.

Can I talk to you for a minute? Not the version of you that has it all together on Instagram. The real you — the one sitting at your desk, or walking around the house, with that question running in the back of your mind: Should I do this? How am I going to do this? Maybe you're still in the idea stage and haven't started. Maybe you're starting right now. Maybe you've been in business seven or eight years and you're feeling a shift with AI and everything changing so fast. Wherever you are, this p...

Let me ask you something. How many decisions have you made about your business this week? Should I get this app? Should I price it here or here? Should I change my colors? Should I open an Etsy store or build my own site? Should I offer a group program or stick with one-on-one? What do I say to that customer who's upset? What shipping method? What box? What logo? What tissue paper? It's endless. And it's exhausting. If you've been feeling foggy and worn out and like you're spinning on d...

Many business owners tell me they struggle with deciding on pricing for their products, services or programs. Today's the day we end all the drama and help you figure out your pricing once and for all so you can confidently get out there and market your stuff! ------------------------------------- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👉Get early-bird access and 15% off when the She's Just Getting Started gift boutique opens on September 16! JOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM, FACEBOOK & YOUTUBE GET THE FREE PRINTABLES & RESOURCES FO...

Ever caught yourself thinking, "who am I to run this business?" or "who am I to be offering my products (or services)?" This episode busts the myth that you need a fancy degree or certification to be qualified — and reveals the one thing you already have that makes people want to buy from you. Today I talk about the one thing that qualifies you to run your business.

How to Start Using AI in Your Business (Even If You're Not Techy) in 2026 Let me ask you something. Have you been watching everyone talk about AI — on social media, on YouTube, in conversations with friends — and quietly wondering if you're already too far behind? Or if it's even something meant for someone like you? I want to answer that right now: you're not behind. And yes, it is absolutely for you. Today I'm going to walk you through how to start using AI in your business — simple, no-jarg...

You've been thinking about starting a business. Maybe you've been thinking about it for months — or maybe, if you're honest with yourself, it's been years. You have an idea. You feel the pull toward it. And yet here you are, still on the sidelines, still telling yourself the same thing you've been telling yourself for a while now. "I'm just not ready yet." Friend, today we need to talk about that. Because what sounds like wisdom? Is actually a lie. The Excuses That Sound So Reasonable Here's ...

Let's start with a question that not enough people are asking before they dive into entrepreneurship: Are you actually cut out for business ownership? I know that might sting a little. But hear me out — because I think asking this question before you start is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. Social media has done a great job of glamorizing business ownership. And look, I love that more people are going for it. But sometimes it almost makes you feel like a wimp if you d...

You were made to use your gifts. And yes — you can actually get paid for it. Turning a passion into steady income sounds dreamy until the practical questions hit. Where do I start? How much will it cost? How long before it actually pays? If you've asked any of those questions, this episode is for you. Here's the honest answer: it depends. But what it depends on might surprise you — because it's not about how talented you are or how perfect your timing is. It's about choosing the right path for ...

In today's episode, I share with you 3 things you must know BEFORE you start a business. Once you know these, you are already on your way to success!

Stop Hiding and Start Moving: Your 4-Step Guide to a Mid-life Breakthrough We’re all chasing a "fresh start," but real change doesn't wait for the calendar to flip. It starts with a tug in your soul—that raw internal knowing that you were made for more. A meaningful life isn’t something you stumble into; it’s something you build through simple intentional action. If you’re tired of the "Hesitation Gap" and ready to make this your breakthrough season, here is your 4-step personal operating syste...

Many of us stand at the edge of a new idea with our foot on the brake. We picture a business, a creative project, a podcast, a talk, even something small we could make with our hands. And almost immediately, the doubts rush in. We imagine judgment. We hear our inner critic get loud. We assume all eyes are on us. But here’s the irony. The desire to create something new isn’t a sign of ego. It’s a sign of health. It’s purpose stirring. It’s life wanting to move through you into the world. When w...

The real payoff of building a business is not just the money. It is who you become along the way. Entrepreneurship has a way of shaping you, stretching you, and growing parts of you that would not grow any other way. Even when results change, the personal growth sticks. In this episode, I talk about one of the biggest shifts I see in business owners, emotional maturity. You learn how to handle hard conversations without spiraling, how to respond instead of react, and how to match someone’s exci...

Starting a business should feel exciting—not exhausting. But so many smart, capable women quietly drown in complication long before their first sale. If that’s you, here’s the truth: you’re not stuck because you’re lazy, unskilled, or unmotivated. You’re stuck because what started simple has turned into a maze of choices, tasks, and expectations no one actually asked for. You probably already excel at your craft—whether that’s making products, coaching clients, or designing services. You’re no...

How do you know if it's time to start a business? In today's episode, I'm giving you clear steps to figure it out! Today's episode is actually an encore to episode 123 from 2022 - as I know many of you new listeners haven't been able to listen to all episodes - and this is an IMPORTANT ONE!

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 ...

Turning a passion into a business sounds dreamy… until the invoices show up, your website crashes, and you realize you forgot to file quarterly taxes. The dream is still real—you want to do work you love, serve people you care about, and make money that actually supports your life. But the bridge between passion and profit takes clarity, courage, and consistent action. In this episode, I’m walking you through three big keys that can make all the difference: Validate real demand before investin...

Get the free IKIGAI PRINTABLE GUIDE HERE! Every business starts with excitement and passion—but if you want to keep that spark alive, you’ve got to go deeper than enthusiasm. You’ve got to have a purpose. In this episode, I circle back to something I talked about in my very first podcast episode: the Japanese concept of Ikigai (pronounced ee-key-guy—I just learned that from a kind listener who corrected me!). It’s been one of the most important ideas shaping the way I run my business, and hones...

Let me tell you what I think is the most heartbreaking thing I see with new entrepreneurs. It’s not that they didn’t try hard enough… it’s that they poured their heart, their time, their energy into starting a business—only to realize nobody actually wanted what they were selling. And friend, that disconnect? Between your passion and what the market really wants? It has derailed so many amazing women before their business even had a chance to get off the ground. I’ve seen this play out over an...

3 Good Reasons NOT to Start a Business We make starting a business look so glamorous these days, don’t we? Just picture it: sitting on the beach, laptop open, “working” for 45 minutes while the money rolls in. Cute idea… but totally unrealistic. The truth? Business ownership takes dedication, skill-building, and a whole lot of showing up when you’d rather be doing something else. After 25+ years of running my own businesses, I’ve watched plenty of people get stuck in the in-between — not fully ...