Today, we're thrilled to have Latoya Johnson, the dynamic founder of Natural Body Essentials, as our guest. Latoya’s journey began with a personal quest to alleviate her family's eczema and has since blossomed into a booming skincare brand offering over 40 natural products. In this episode, she shares her inspiring story from medical professional to skincare entrepreneur, her top-selling products, and the importance of education in her business model. Latoya also dives into the challenges of running a business, the rewards of customer feedback, and her ambitious goals for the future. Tune in to hear valuable insights and advice from Latoya on building a successful and authentic skincare business.

Visit Latoya's website at: https://naturalbodyessentialsshop.com/

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Keisha is a passionate entrepreneur who brings hands-on, virtual cooking classes to the Philadelphia and tri-state area. In this episode, Keisha shares her journey from being a new parent discovering a gap in home-cooked meals to becoming an influential mobile cooking instructor. We delve into her unique business concept, the challenges she's faced in balancing work and home life, and her impactful experiences teaching various age groups. Keisha's story is a testament to the power of finding your niche, adapting business models, and the importance of life skills such as cooking. Plus, she gives us a glimpse into her future aspirations for her business and invaluable advice for other small business owners. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on scaling your business with a mix of passion and purpose!

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In this episode, Atiya shares her incredible journey from mixing herbs in her mother's kitchen to creating a holistic wellness product line that now reaches clients as far as Germany. We'll dive into her deep-rooted passion for natural remedies, the lessons she learned from her supportive mother, and the pivotal role of community and resilience in her entrepreneurial path. Atiya also offers invaluable advice for aspiring business owners on being magnetic and the importance of a positive support system. Stay tuned as she reveals exclusive details about her upcoming seasonal product launch that's sure to tantalize your taste buds! Get ready to be inspired and motivated by Atiya Isan on today's episode of Scale Up Your Business.

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For small business owners seeking actionable insights, this episode is a must-listen. Carissa Reiniger, CEO of Silver Lining, breaks down how traditional coaching and training often fall short for entrepreneurs. Instead, she champions behavior-based support systems tailored to help owners build sustainable habits and achieve lasting change. With over 20 years of experience, Carissa discusses the core challenges small business owners face, from unrealistic goals to lack of focus, and offers an alternative approach that emphasizes commitment, realistic goals, peer accountability, and long-term support.

Tune in to learn how Carissa’s SLAP methodology, already impacting 15,000 businesses globally, could provide the structured, human-centered support your business needs to thrive in today’s demanding market. This episode is filled with insights that can help reshape how you approach growth, define success, and engage with your business.

Learn how a pandemic pivot turned Jonathan's side hustle into a business success. Jonathan shares his journey, the challenges he faced, and the invaluable lessons he's learned from the ScaleUp program. Find out what makes GoFor Delivery stand out and get insider tips that could transform your own business. Hit play and get ready to be inspired!

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If you've ever wondered how to turn your artistic hobbies into a thriving business, this episode is for you! Join us in this episode as Nicole Dupree, founder of Indigo and Green, shares her journey from hobbyist to business owner. Learn how she creates unique, eco-friendly products and explore her TV show that takes you into the heart of nature. Tune in for inspiring stories, creative tips, and find out how embracing your creativity can transform your life and business. Don’t miss out—hit play now!

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Listen to the inspiring journey of Marie Jeanne Aka, founder of Shining Light Green Cleaning Services. Learn how she turned natural ingredients like lemons and vinegar into eco-friendly cleaning products, and her plans to create jobs in Philadelphia. Find valuable business tips, the importance of perseverance, and how Marie uses AI to boost her company.

Tune in for an episode full of innovation, resilience, and green cleaning solutions that could change the way you think about cleaning!

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Discover the extraordinary journey of Nzingha Ma'at and her innovative approach to healing in this episode of Scale Up Your Business! Learn how she helps people overcome tough issues like anxiety and imposter syndrome by blending traditional talk therapy with unique methods like acupuncture, yoga, and sound healing. Get ready to be inspired by Nzingha's story of turning her passion into a thriving business. Tune in to find out how you can take charge of your own well-being and unlock the secrets of holistic healing! Don't miss out on this eye-opening episode—hit play now!

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