Are you hustling in your business, trying to grow sales and be productive, but still feel like you’re spinning your wheels without seeing real results? You’re not alone. Many solopreneurs and small business owners struggle to identify what activities will actually move the needle and get them closer to their goals. In this episode, business coach Kay Phillips joins Suzy Wraines to break down the confusion and overwhelm that comes with endless to-do lists and decision fatigue.

Together, Kay and Suzy tackle the pain points that keep entrepreneurs stuck—like not knowing where to focus your efforts, procrastinating on what really matters, and drowning in admin tasks that don’t lead to revenue. Kay shares actionable strategies to help you track and measure your activities, so you can finally see which tasks bring in clients and income, and which are just keeping you busy.

If you’re ready to understand the true “needle movers” in your business, learn how to use simple metrics to measure success, and want practical tips for overcoming overwhelm—this episode is your roadmap. Get ready to feel empowered, clear, and confident as you boost both your productivity and your sales!

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— Content:

(00:00) Intro

(00:29) ADHD-Focused Business Coaching Journey

(03:30) "Building Business Through Goal Alignment"

(08:31) "Measure Success to Maximize Earnings"

(12:41) Reevaluating Bookkeeping's Impact

(15:35) "Identify Goals to Drive Action"

(17:10) "Coaching for Business Success"

(21:57) Entrepreneur Mindset Shift

(25:59) Avoiding Aggressive Sales Techniques

(28:00) Balancing Networking for Entrepreneurs

(30:06) “Coaching for Personal Transformation"

(33:18) Overcoming Burnout and Goal Failure

(37:34) "Gratitude and Connection"

Are you a seasoned healthcare professional or entrepreneur feeling stuck and self-conscious about making the leap to online business, or even just showing up on camera? You're not alone. Many women, especially those over 40, find themselves held back by fear of visibility, worries about appearance, and that perfectionist voice in their heads saying they’re not ready yet. In this episode, with Host Suzy Wraines, guest Christine Brunelli, a chiropractor, turned image strategist and visibility coach, shares her own bumpy journey from brick-and-mortar healthcare and beauty salons to confidently showing up on camera and thriving online.

Christine opens up about the anxiety of her very first Instagram Live (and how a 3-minute "train wreck" video landed her a $2,000 client!). She tackles the mental blocks around image, self-worth, and camera presence that keep so many brilliant professionals from sharing their expertise. Plus, Christine offers straightforward, actionable tips, from simple camera-ready beauty hacks to mindset shifts, that will help you step out from behind the scenes and connect with your audience authentically and powerfully.

If putting yourself on video feels intimidating, or you’re caught between knowing your stuff and actually being seen, this episode is your permission slip to show up as your best self (not a perfect one!). Tune in, get inspired, and discover how embracing authenticity and a few tricks of the trade can transform your business and your confidence!

The first step to leave the healthcare system and start a business is listening to the Starting a Business Simplified Podcast: https://www.startingabusinesssimplified.com/podcast

Starting a Business Simplified Website: https://www.startingabusinesssimplified.com/

-- Contents:

(00:00) Intro

(00:29) Christine's Multifaceted Entrepreneurial Journey

(05:36) Nervous Pitch: Healthy Role Models

(09:19) "Universal Connection and Oneness"

(10:59) "Transitioning from Podcast to Video"

(15:14) "Embrace Imperfection in Social Media"

(19:24) "Personal Growth Through On-Camera Experience"

(22:16) Camera Confidence for Perfectionists

(25:01) "Camera-Ready: Taming Flyaway Hair"

(28:11) "Dimethicone: Perfecting Skin Primer"

(30:01) "Podcasting and Over-50 Beauty Tips"

(33:14) Discovering Authentic Self via Podcasting

(39:56) Embracing Discomfort for Growth

(41:05) Guest Show Conclusion Bonus

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Are you transitioning from the healthcare field and dreaming of building your own business? Do you feel a little lost when it comes to actually delivering your services and wowing your first clients? Then this episode is your roadmap to an exceptional, stress-free client experience, and ultimately, to business success!

In this compelling installment of the Starting a Business Simplified Podcast, host and business strategist Suzy Wraines zeroes in on the all-important Step 5 in her signature five-step process for launching your business after leaving the healthcare sector. This crucial episode is all about delivery: mapping the client journey, streamlining your onboarding process, and ensuring that every new client is nurtured with professionalism, clarity, and a personal touch.

If you want actionable guidance, real-world examples, and a confidence boost to get your first clients raving, you can’t afford to miss this episode.

The first step to leave the healthcare system and start a business is listening to the Starting a Business Simplified Podcast: https://www.startingabusinesssimplified.com/podcast

Starting a Business Simplified Website: https://www.startingabusinesssimplified.com/

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