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Entrepreneur Rescue Mission

Entrepreneur Rescue Mission

By Nancy

This podcast is a special series created by Nancy Evans, founder of BYOB Agency to help new entrepreneurs learn where to start building their businesses online and lighten the mood! I walk you through helpful tips (in very quick nugget-sized episodes) to help you get started and growing in your business and brand!
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21: Interview with Aby Blum Sudds, Business Systems Coach and Online Business Manager- Are You Prepared for the Google Analytics Changes?

Entrepreneur Rescue MissionMay 29, 2023

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46. Behind-the-Scenes of Nancy and Scott's Online Businesses

46. Behind-the-Scenes of Nancy and Scott's Online Businesses

🎙️ Welcome to another exciting episode of Entrepreneur Rescue Mission! Today, I am diving deep into the heart of our ventures. Scott's rocking it with his LinkedIn coaching biz, while I'm steering the ship at BYOB Agency, where we're all about crafting killer brands. We've birthed this incredible joint venture called "The Time to Grow," where we roll out some amazing workshops for all you passionate entrepreneurs.


I'm leaving you with some golden nuggets of wisdom. I want you to stand tall, speak boldly about your business vision, and embrace the power of connection. After all, in this vast entrepreneurial landscape, building meaningful connections is key.


Check it out here, and let me know what you think in the comments!


Stay tuned for our upcoming workshops at: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/.


Nov 27, 202312:49
45. I Challenge You to do This ONE Thing, This Week.

45. I Challenge You to do This ONE Thing, This Week.

As Thanksgiving approaches, let's delve into the transformative power of gratitude. 🌟

🎧 In this heartfelt episode, we explore:

  • Why gratitude matters every day, not just on Thanksgiving.

  • The joy of expressing thanks to our circle - family, friends, and mentors.

  • How social media can amplify our gratitude practice.

  • The fun and meaningful 'Gratitude Chicken' tradition.

  • The blessings of gratitude in business and personal life.

💭 Join me for this reflective journey and discover how gratitude can bring more joy and satisfaction into your life.


Nov 20, 202306:41
44. Conquering Financial Hurdles with Nancy and Charlese

44. Conquering Financial Hurdles with Nancy and Charlese

In this Entrepreneur Rescue Mission podcast episode, Charlese and I discuss entrepreneurs' financial challenges. We share many personal experiences. Despite the difficulties, we emphasize the importance of staying focused on one's goals and not being ashamed of taking on part-time work to support business growth. We encourage you to remember the "why" and to remind you that financial hardships are not the end of the entrepreneurial journey!


Check it out here, and let us know what you think in the comments!


Also, stay tuned for our upcoming workshops at: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/.


Financial Challenges and Entrepreneurship (00:03:54) Nancy and Charles discuss the financial obstacles faced by entrepreneurs, including student loans and unexpected expenses.

The Emotional Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship (00:02:01) Charles shares her personal experience as a hairstylist turned entrepreneur and the ups and downs she faced in her early years.

Overcoming Financial Setbacks (00:06:41) Nancy talks about her own financial setbacks, including a mistake with her student loan payments and borrowing money against her 401k, and how she pushed through to achieve her goals.

Uber driving (00:09:28) Nancy shares her experience of trying to make money as an Uber driver, including a scary encounter with passengers and why she decided not to continue.

Dog walking and sitting apps (00:10:16) Nancy discusses alternative ways to make money, such as using apps like Rover or Wag to offer dog walking and sitting services.

Renting out rooms (00:11:04) Nancy talks about how she rented out rooms in her house to students from Princeton University to help cover her mortgage payments and the positive experiences she had with her roommates.

Nov 13, 202314:50
43. Get Your Online Business on Track: The Importance of Clarity and Planning

43. Get Your Online Business on Track: The Importance of Clarity and Planning

In this joint episode of "Entrepreneur Rescue Mission," Scott and I discuss the importance of clarity, organization, and planning in business. We highlight that a lack of clarity often leads to business failure and recommend streamlining offerings for better results. We also emphasize the need for sales, marketing, operations, and finance systems.

Check it out and let us know what you think in the comments!

-Join the workshop this week (Nov 6-10): https://www.thetimetogrow.com/getyourbusinessorganized

-Check out Expert Foundations: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/expert-foundations


Reasons Why Businesses Fail [00:03:00]

The speakers discuss the lack of clarity as one of the reasons why businesses fail and emphasize the importance of being clear with every facet of the business.


The Importance of Planning and Organization [00:07:00]

The lack of planning and organization is identified as another common reason for business failure. The speakers highlight the significance of creating a marketing plan and having a clear roadmap for products, services, and content.


Flexibility in Business Strategy [00:08:55]

The speakers stress the importance of giving oneself a runway and flexibility in business strategy. They share their own experiences of pivoting and changing their marketing plans, emphasizing the need to be adaptable and not fly by the seat of one's pants.


The importance of streamlined offerings [00:10:03]

Discussing the benefits of having core offerings that synergistically flow together, preventing overwhelm and confusion.


The role of planning and organization [00:11:42]

Highlighting the significance of planning out your day, time blocking, and being intentional with your time to ensure productivity and success.


The need for systems and core functions in business [00:12:52]

Emphasizing the importance of having systems in place for sales, marketing, operations, and finance to effectively grow and run a business.

Nov 06, 202316:42
42. Three Key Factors to Having Our Best Launch Yet

42. Three Key Factors to Having Our Best Launch Yet

In this "Entrepreneur Rescue Mission" episode, Scott and I share strategies leading to our most successful launch. We discuss the importance of early outreach, using a simple CRM like Trello, and pre-planning for future launches. We highlight the value of testimonials, social proof, and the role of transparency in business.


Check it out and let us know what you think in the comments!


Register for the "Get Your Business Organized" Workshop here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/getyourbusinessorganized


Reaching out to people early [00:02:18] The importance of reaching out to potential customers early to secure their spot and provide incentives for early registration.

Transparency and planning seeds early [00:04:29] The significance of transparency in marketing high-ticket programs and the benefits of planning and nurturing relationships with potential customers in advance.

Implementing a CRM [00:06:39] The decision to use a Client Relationship Manager (CRM) to track and manage customer interactions, and the benefits of having a centralized system for organizing leads and prospects.

The importance of using a CRM [00:10:24] Using a CRM to build trust and nurture relationships with a small group of people.

The power of testimonials [00:12:15] The impact of having testimonials from members who have achieved great results in the program.

Upcoming workshop and foundational program [00:16:13] Promotion of a workshop to help assess and organize business functions, and the introduction of a plug and play program for foundational business development.

Oct 30, 202318:14
41. The Reasons Why People Aren't Engaging In Your Content
Oct 23, 202313:23
40. The Ultimate LinkedIn Strategy Q&A with Scott

40. The Ultimate LinkedIn Strategy Q&A with Scott

In this episode of Entrepreneur Rescue Mission, Nancy does a LinkedIn Q&A with Scott.


Scott and Nancy discuss the benefits of using LinkedIn for networking and marketing. Scott, a LinkedIn expert, shares valuable insights on how often to post content on LinkedIn, the use of links in posts, and the importance of having a newsletter on LinkedIn. He explains the difference between a newsletter and an article on LinkedIn, provides tips on naming a newsletter, and discusses the perks of switching to creator mode.


Check it out here, and let Scott and Nancy know what you think in the comments!


Stay tuned for upcoming workshops at: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/.


Posting Frequency on LinkedIn [00:01:43] Scott recommends posting three times a week on LinkedIn: one short-form video on Monday, a market research poll on Wednesday, and an information-based post on Friday.

Including Links in LinkedIn Posts [00:06:49] Scott advises against including links directly in the body of LinkedIn posts. Instead, he suggests putting the link in the post description or directing people to the comments or his LinkedIn profile.

Benefits of Having a LinkedIn Newsletter [00:09:10] Having a newsletter on LinkedIn can help establish a reputation as a value-added person and an industry expert. Scott shares that he has around 7500 subscribers for his LinkedIn newsletter, which provides weekly updates and tips on LinkedIn.

LinkedIn Newsletters Benefits [00:10:01] LinkedIn automatically invites first connections to subscribe, sends automated notifications to new connections, and sends push notifications and emails to subscribers.

Difference between Newsletter and Article [00:12:37] Newsletter is a subscription-based content that LinkedIn pushes to specific audiences, while articles are general posts sent to a wide demographic.

Naming Your Newsletter [00:14:24] Choose an SEO-optimized title that clearly speaks to your target audience and reflects your newsletter's content.

Creating Video on LinkedIn [00:20:55] Tips for creating your first video on LinkedIn, including using your mobile device and keeping it simple and succinct.

Max Time Limit for LinkedIn Videos [00:21:46] The maximum time limit for videos uploaded directly to LinkedIn is ten minutes, with recommendations to keep videos shorter for better engagement.

Free Workshop on Creating Content on LinkedIn [00:22:45] Promotion of a free workshop called "Creating Content on LinkedIn that Creates Sales," with details on the topics covered and how to sign up.

Oct 16, 202323:53
39. Leading With One Main Social Media Platform
Oct 09, 202316:39
38. Activities To Increase Sales In Your Business
Oct 02, 202326:40
37: One Question You Need to Ask When Choosing a Mastermind
Sep 25, 202319:12
36: The Importance of Building a Personal Brand
Sep 18, 202324:21
35: What is With All the Ego?? Unveiling the Dark Side of Entrepreneurship
Sep 11, 202318:25
34: What is Really Happening Behind the Scenes of Entrepreneurship
Sep 04, 202325:59
33: Ask Nancy: Best Way to Show off Knowledge, Do You have to create a course, Grow a Business While Working Less

33: Ask Nancy: Best Way to Show off Knowledge, Do You have to create a course, Grow a Business While Working Less

Check out this week's episode of Entrepreneur Rescue Mission!

We are continuing with the Ask Nancy Series, questions this week are: Best Way to Show off Knowledge, Do You have to create a course, Grow a Business While Working Less.

If you'd like to learn more about our mastermind and workshops, visit: www.thetimetogrow.com

Aug 28, 202323:30
32: Ask Nancy: How did you become a business strategist? How do you only work 3 days a week? How Do You Find Your Zone of Genius?

32: Ask Nancy: How did you become a business strategist? How do you only work 3 days a week? How Do You Find Your Zone of Genius?

In this episode of Entrepreneur Rescue Mission, we are doing another episode of Ask Nancy, we will be discussing the following questions (asked by the amazing copywriter Charlese Latham): How did you become a business strategist? How do you only work 3 days a week? How Do You Find Your Zone of Genius?

Check out our latest workshops, here: www.thetimetogrow.com

Aug 21, 202321:12
31: Ask Nancy: Expert Insights on Phases of Entrepreneurship, Avoiding Burnout, and Hiring Team Members
Aug 14, 202313:41
30: Ask Nancy: Avoiding Squirrel Brain/Shiny Object Syndrome, AI, Threads
Aug 07, 202312:38
29: How We Work 3 Days a Week While Running 3 Businesses

29: How We Work 3 Days a Week While Running 3 Businesses

Listen to this week’s episode to learn how Scott and I after years of growing our business only work 3 days a week (running 3 businesses)!!


Check out our upcoming workshops here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/workshops

Jul 31, 202317:49
28: 3 Tools to Help You Stay Consistent on Social Media

28: 3 Tools to Help You Stay Consistent on Social Media

In this week’s episode of Entrepreneur Rescue Mission, Scott and I are digging into a few simple tools you can use to help you stay consistent on social media!

Check out our latest workshop here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/workshops

Jul 24, 202321:27
27: How to Create Better Content on Social Media

27: How to Create Better Content on Social Media

Check out our latest dual episode, where Scott, my husband and I discuss how to create better content on social media!

*Also don't forget to register for the upcoming Simple Content Creation 3 day workshop, here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/content-creation-workshop-July2023


Jul 17, 202318:27
26: 4 Ways to Keep Up With the Ever Changing World of Social Media
Jul 10, 202319:03
25: Unlocking Success: From Knowledge to Application

25: Unlocking Success: From Knowledge to Application

Today's episode is a reality check and for some, a kick in the butt. Many entrepreneurs are trying to build businesses online, however, many are not successful. In today's episode, we will be discussing this topic and sharing a few tips to help you along in your journey!


"We don't have a knowledge problem, we have an application problem".- Coach Ajit

To learn more, check out: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/

Jul 03, 202328:16
24: Interview with Neeley Neal, Founder of Go Fit Win & Fired Up!
Jun 26, 202318:11
23: How to Prevent Shiny Object Syndrome When It Comes to New Software
Jun 19, 202316:45
22: From Self-Doubt to Self-Made: Tackling Self-Sabotage in the Entrepreneur Journey

22: From Self-Doubt to Self-Made: Tackling Self-Sabotage in the Entrepreneur Journey

In this episode of Entrepreneur Rescue Mission, Scott (my husband) and I dive into the topic of self-sabotage in the entrepreneur's journey. Stop playing small and understand, that if you want to achieve your goals and grow your business, you will face challenges. How will you handle them as they come your way? Listen to this week's episode to learn a few tips!

If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to share a review!

Jun 05, 202333:18
21: Interview with Aby Blum Sudds, Business Systems Coach and Online Business Manager- Are You Prepared for the Google Analytics Changes?

21: Interview with Aby Blum Sudds, Business Systems Coach and Online Business Manager- Are You Prepared for the Google Analytics Changes?

This week, I feature the amazing Aby Blum Sudds. Aby is a Business Systems Coach and Online Business Manager, who designs time-saving business operation systems for visionary entrepreneurs who need their businesses to work around all the #lifestuff, instead of getting derailed by it.

With years of firsthand experience designing bespoke business operations systems and project plans, Aby specializes in helping overwhelmed entrepreneurs simplify and systematize the many moving pieces involved in running a business.

In this episode Aby also shares a huge update coming with Google Analytics and some tips to be prepared!! You don’t want to miss this one!


Here is the free gift mentioned in the episode "Minimal Metrics Cheatsheet", essential metrics to grow your business: https://abyblumsudds.com/cheatsheet/

May 29, 202330:53
20: 3 Expert Tips to Create an Extraordinary Program Experience

20: 3 Expert Tips to Create an Extraordinary Program Experience

In this episode I share 3 tips to help you create an extraordinary experience for your programs. Whether you have a group coaching program, a mastermind, a course, or a membership, check this episode out to uplevel!


If you'd like to learn more about Expert Foundations, mentioned in the episode, visit: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/expert-foundations



May 22, 202317:17
19: Ask Nancy Anything! 10 Question Business Hotseat
May 18, 202316:53
18: Feeling Overwhelmed in Your Business? Here are a Few Things You Can Do
May 08, 202329:16
17: Uncovering Blind Spots: Why Conducting a Business Assessment is Critical for Growth

17: Uncovering Blind Spots: Why Conducting a Business Assessment is Critical for Growth

Struggling to grow your business? It might be time to take a closer look at your blind spots. In this week's episode of our podcast, we're joined by a very special guest - my husband and BYOB Agency co-founder, Scott Aaron. Together, we reveal the hidden dangers of ignoring blind spots in your business, and share our top tips for conducting a successful business assessment. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you take your business to the next level. Don't miss out on this must-listen episode - tune in now to uncover the power of identifying your blind spots and get back on track towards success.


Ready to get the wheels back on the bus in your business? Register for our FREE "Get Your Business Organized Workshop" coming up on May 22-26th here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/getyourbusinessorganized

May 01, 202323:02
16: Navigating the Challenges of Entrepreneurial Burnout

16: Navigating the Challenges of Entrepreneurial Burnout

Entrepreneurial burnout is a common challenge faced by business owners and entrepreneurs. In this podcast episode, we explore the signs and causes of burnout, and share practical coping strategies to prevent and manage it. We also discuss how to build resilience and adopt a proactive approach to avoid burnout in the long-term. 

Join us to learn how to navigate the challenges of entrepreneurial burnout and prioritize your well-being as a business owner.

Check out our workshop and mastermind at: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/

Apr 24, 202329:41
15: The Top 3 Challenges Faced by Entrepreneurs and Professionals in Building Their Brands

15: The Top 3 Challenges Faced by Entrepreneurs and Professionals in Building Their Brands

This week, Scott Aaron and I discuss The Top 3 Challenges Faced by Entrepreneurs and Professionals in Building Their Brands.

Check out this episode for a few takeaways and ideas to help overcome!


Also don't forget to register for our upcoming workshop here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/AtoEonLinkedinWorkshopApril2023

Apr 10, 202326:19
14: Our Thoughts on 6 Figures in 6 Months, Chat GPT, and the importance of the Valley of Focus

14: Our Thoughts on 6 Figures in 6 Months, Chat GPT, and the importance of the Valley of Focus

Check out this week’s episode of Entrepreneur Rescue Mission: Our Thoughts on 6 Figures in 6 Months, Chat GPT, and the importance of the Valley of Focus.

Don't forget to check out our latest workshop! Here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/workshops

Apr 03, 202325:27
13: 3 Reasons Why We Love and Use LinkedIn

13: 3 Reasons Why We Love and Use LinkedIn

Check out this week's episode on Entrepreneur Rescue Mission, where Scott (my husband and LinkedIn Expert) share our thoughts on LinkedIn! Also stay tuned for our upcoming workshop, you can register here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/workshops



Mar 27, 202320:42
12: Steps to Turn a Lead Into a Paying Client

12: Steps to Turn a Lead Into a Paying Client

How do you take a cold lead to a “sold lead”? We often hear a lot about growing your email list and creating courses and launching, however I do not hear a lot about the in-between? How do you take a cold lead and turn them into a lead who is ready to purchase?

I wanted to take a few minutes and break down the normal story/process of what this may look like for your coaching or consulting business. Check out this week's episode!


Visit: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/workshops to check out our next workshop!!

Mar 20, 202327:19
11: The Phases of Entrepreneurship

11: The Phases of Entrepreneurship

There are 3 main different phases of entrepreneurship, listen to this weeks episode as Scott (LinkedIn Expert) and I chat about the different phases and the obstacles to overcome through each.

Want to be a part of our next LIVE workshop? Sign up here, to stay up to date! https://www.thetimetogrow.com/workshops

Mar 13, 202337:35
10: Tech Talk with Meagan Beltekoglu, Certified Director of Operations and Vetted ClickUp Consultant
Mar 06, 202332:44
9: 3 Keys to Creating Content on Social Media to Grow Your Business

9: 3 Keys to Creating Content on Social Media to Grow Your Business

This week, Scott Aaron (my husband) will be joining me as we discuss 3 tips to creating content for your business on social media!

If you haven't signed up yet for our Simple Content Creation Workshop, it's not too late!!! Click the link here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/febcontentcreationworkshop


*If you are catching this later, please visit: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/workshops to check out when our next workshop will be!


Feb 27, 202327:40
8: 10 Ways to Generate Leads For Your Business
Feb 20, 202319:07
7: Hiring a Team Member and Creating Standard Operating Procedures

7: Hiring a Team Member and Creating Standard Operating Procedures

I share behind the scenes the step by step process I go on when onboarding new team members. Learn my favorite tools to use to streamline processes, training and more!


Have you signed up for our Simple Content Creation Workshop? Register for FREE here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/febcontentcreationworkshop

Feb 13, 202314:23
6: Peak Behind the Scenes of My New YouTube Channel Episode: Our Journey Through Marriage & What We've Learned Along the Way

6: Peak Behind the Scenes of My New YouTube Channel Episode: Our Journey Through Marriage & What We've Learned Along the Way

Check out this week's episode, where I share a sneak peek behind an episode of my new YouTube Channel! This episode hasn't aired yet, so you are hearing it here first :-)

This week's episode:

Everyone is on a different journey, single, together, married, not…. This is our journey being married and what we’ve learn along the way so far.

Scott (my husband) and I share a little peak behind the scenes of our relationship, how we grew together, how we make it work, and what it’s like running our business together (lol, I share some bloopers at the end).

We also discuss the state of marriage today in the US, the dropping marriage rates, the decreasing divorce rates (even through the pandemic!) and more!

Check out my new personal YouTube Channel Here! https://www.youtube.com/@nancyevansaaron *This episode will be airing next Monday (for Valentines Day) on my channel :-)

Feb 06, 202355:14
5: Interview with Staci Hauschild, Director of Operations and ClickUp Consultant
Jan 30, 202325:37
4: Tech Talk Featuring Christy Racho, Operations Strategist
Jan 23, 202322:30
3: Tech Talk Featuring Jennifer Williams, Co-Owner and Founder of Digital Course Hive & The Template Studio
Jan 16, 202324:47
2: Tech Talk Featuring Angela Hall, CEO of That Helpful Chick
Jan 09, 202325:48
1: 4 Entrepreneur Trends for 2023
Jan 08, 202315:46
69: Behind the Scenes of Writing My Book and Why I Added These 2 Chapters!

69: Behind the Scenes of Writing My Book and Why I Added These 2 Chapters!

It took a little longer than I thought to write my book. After completing the book last year and making updates, I decided to go back and add two additional chapters and I can't wait for you to read them and tell me what you think!

If you'd like to join the waitlist for the book, sign up here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/book-waitlist *if you are seeing this after 12/26/22, the book is available to purchase already! Feel free to check it out on Amazon, Goodreads and more!

Dec 19, 202210:08
68: One Thing You Need to Take Your Business to the Next Level

68: One Thing You Need to Take Your Business to the Next Level

Having a vision statement provides a ‘North Star’ for you, helps you define goals, and will help you make aligned decisions along the way. It also helps your potential customers understand what they need to know about you at first glance.

Listen to this week's episode, I share tips on how you can create your vision today.

If you haven't joined the book waitlist yet, please sign up here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/book-waitlist

*As a bonus you will also receive a free chapter of the book to read right away!

Dec 12, 202209:41
67: 10 Questions to Uncover Your Personal Brand

67: 10 Questions to Uncover Your Personal Brand

Building your personal brand can be “deep”, because it requires you to look within and remind yourself what makes you, unique. You want your personal brand to reflect who you are and what you authentically bring to the table. Listen to this episode and make sure to grab a pen and paper as I walk you through 10 questions to help you uncover your personal brand.

Join the waitlist to be notified when my book, "How to Build Your Personal Brand on Social Media" is available: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/book-waitlist

Dec 05, 202215:20
66: 3 Reasons Why You Should Build Your Personal Brand Online

66: 3 Reasons Why You Should Build Your Personal Brand Online

In this episode, I'm going to share the top three reasons why you should build a personal brand online and how it can help you grow your business.

A lot of people think that it's not necessary or that they don't have time for it, but I'm here to show you that it can actually help you grow your business in ways you never thought possible. So stay tuned and I'll reveal all the secrets to success.

If you'd like to join the waitlist for my new book "How to Build Your Personal Brand On Social Media: For Coaches and Consultants" join the waitlist here: https://www.thetimetogrow.com/book-waitlist

Nov 28, 202211:48