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The Hot Mess Entrepreneur

The Hot Mess Entrepreneur

By Kimberly Clark

Welcome to The Hot Mess Entrepreneur!
This a podcast that takes you deep into the messiness of the entrepreneur's journey beyond the fluff of what they show you on social media and into the messy mistakes that truly define an entrepreneur.
Each week we interview a badass entrepreneur about what really happens behind the scenes of 6 and 7-figure companies.

Cheers to the mess that separates the wantrepreneurs from the entrepreneurs, let's karate chop the fluff and dive into the deep.
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AITA Business Edition: Called My Coworker a B*tch and She Reported Me

The Hot Mess EntrepreneurDec 06, 2023

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AITA Business Edition: Called My Coworker a B*tch and She Reported Me

AITA Business Edition: Called My Coworker a B*tch and She Reported Me

Welcome to The Hot Mess Entrepreneur podcast! Today, my favorite bada$$ entrepreneur, Christie Mault, joins me for AITA Am I the A-Hole Business Edition.

As entrepreneurs, we all make mistakes and fail. It's how we learn and grow that separates entrepreneurs from wantrepreneurs. But have you ever heard of someone pitching at their wife's father's funeral?

Today we dive deep into a sensitive and controversial topic submitted by one of our listeners: Is it ever okay to pitch your business at a funeral?

Listen up as we explore the nuances of this complex ethical dilemma with our panel of expert guests and business insiders. We analyze the situation from multiple angles, including the emotional impact on the family, the appropriateness of pitching at a funeral, and the potential consequences for the business owner's reputation.

You don't want to miss this episode, where we discuss the intersection of personal relationships and business practices. Tune in to The Hot Mess Entrepreneur AITA Business Edition, and don't forget to share your own opinions in the comments section. Let's get into it!

Join us on The Hot Mess Entrepreneur podcast and learn from the best in the business. Don't forget to follow Kimberly Clark on Instagram at @flawsomekimberlyclark for more hot digital marketing, online course tips and inspiration. Keep crushing it, and we'll catch you on the next one!

Dec 06, 202317:31
You Are Your Brand with Photographer and Reels Coach Tiffany Ferger

You Are Your Brand with Photographer and Reels Coach Tiffany Ferger

In this episode of "Hot Mess Entrepreneur," we get real and honest about the juggle of being your brand while you're also juggling an amazing family, career and flourishing side hustle.


From navigating relationships to having to record a podcast in the dentist office where you work, we dive into all the messiness that comes with being a multipassionate mompreneur.


Guest Information: Today's guest, Tiffany Ferger is a personal brand photographer specializing in real smiles. She focuses on the fun user experience with her headshots, Instagram reels coaching, and her pop up Photo Booth.

  • Website: https://www.fishyfacephotography.com/
  • IG: @fishyfacephotography


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The life of an entrepreneur is messy, and we make a lot of mistakes. Cheers to talking about them, normalizing them, and openly discussing how we learn from them and move on.

Nov 29, 202352:05
AITA Business Edition: John Needs a Snickers and Therapy

AITA Business Edition: John Needs a Snickers and Therapy

Welcome to The Hot Mess Entrepreneur podcast! Today, my favorite bada$$ entrepreneur, Christie Mault, joins me for AITA Am I the A-Hole Business Edition.

As entrepreneurs, we all make mistakes and fail. It's how we learn and grow that separates entrepreneurs from wantrepreneurs. But have you ever heard of someone pitching at their wife's father's funeral?

Today we dive deep into a sensitive and controversial topic submitted by one of our listeners: Is it ever okay to pitch your business at a funeral?

Listen up as we explore the nuances of this complex ethical dilemma with our panel of expert guests and business insiders. We analyze the situation from multiple angles, including the emotional impact on the family, the appropriateness of pitching at a funeral, and the potential consequences for the business owner's reputation.

You don't want to miss this episode, where we discuss the intersection of personal relationships and business practices. Tune in to The Hot Mess Entrepreneur AITA Business Edition, and don't forget to share your own opinions in the comments section. Let's get into it!

Join us on The Hot Mess Entrepreneur podcast and learn from the best in the business. Don't forget to follow Kimberly Clark on Instagram at @flawsomekimberlyclark for more hot digital marketing, online course tips and inspiration. Keep crushing it, and we'll catch you on the next one!

Nov 27, 202319:44
Getting RAW with Self Love Expert Denise Marsh

Getting RAW with Self Love Expert Denise Marsh

In this episode of "Hot Mess Entrepreneur," we get RAW and real with self-love expert Denise Marsh.

From breaking through the roles we've placed on ourselves or the expectations other people have placed on us, to having conversations with ourselves to be able to build trust with ourselves we go deep and real.


Guest Information: Today's guest, Denise Marsh is a Transformational Mindset guide, Spirit Connector, Empowering & Inspirational Speaker, and the published author of "Do It For Your SELFIE!: A Guide to Loving Yourself, Redesigning Your Life, and Getting Aligned from Within." She is also the founder of R.A.W.: Redesign & Align from Within, LLC. 

Denise empowers emerging and established female business owners and passion project creators to prioritize their dreams and desires by increasing self-love. self-friendship, and spiritual-awareness. Through guided experiences, workshops, retreats, speaking engagements, and her podcast -Getting R.A.W with Denise, she equips individuals and groups with empowering tools and focused mindsets for lasting transformation. 

  • Website: https://denisemarsh.net
  • Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/denisemarsh_


Don't forget to subscribe to "Hot Mess Entrepreneur" on Spotify or Apple.

Leave us a review on Spotify.

Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/flawsomekimberlyclark/

Share this episode with someone who would find it valuable.

We love hearing from our listeners! Reach out to us on Instagram.


The life of an entrepreneur is messy, and we make a lot of mistakes. Cheers to talking about them, normalizing them, and openly discussing how we learn from them and move on.


Nov 15, 202356:37
AITA Business Edition: Can You Do A Proper Pitch at a Funeral?

AITA Business Edition: Can You Do A Proper Pitch at a Funeral?

Welcome to The Hot Mess Entrepreneur podcast! Today, my favorite bada$$ entrepreneur, Christie Mault, joins me for AITA Am I the A-Hole Business Edition.

As entrepreneurs, we all make mistakes and fail. It's how we learn and grow that separates entrepreneurs from wantrepreneurs. But have you ever heard of someone pitching at their wife's father's funeral?

Today we dive deep into a sensitive and controversial topic submitted by one of our listeners: Is it ever okay to pitch your business at a funeral? Listen up as we explore the nuances of this complex ethical dilemma with our panel of expert guests and business insiders. We analyze the situation from multiple angles, including the emotional impact on the family, the appropriateness of pitching at a funeral, and the potential consequences for the business owner's reputation. You don't want to miss this episode, where we discuss the intersection of personal relationships and business practices. Tune in to The Hot Mess Entrepreneur AITA Business Edition, and don't forget to share your own opinions in the comments section. Let's get into it!

Join us on The Hot Mess Entrepreneur podcast and learn from the best in the business. Don't forget to follow Kimberly Clark on Instagram at @flawsomekimberlyclark for more hot digital marketing, online course tips and inspiration. Keep crushing it, and we'll catch you on the next one!

Apr 03, 202325:60
Alli Baldwin & Ilene Mitnick's Hot Mess Moments: Living in Capital Letters

Alli Baldwin & Ilene Mitnick's Hot Mess Moments: Living in Capital Letters

Welcome to The Hot Mess Entrepreneur podcast! Today, the brilliant Alli Baldwin & Ilene Mitnick, owners of the Zest Zone, who are crushing it by bringing more joy to life and business, join us to talk about their biggest hot mess moments in business.

As entrepreneurs, we all make mistakes and fail. It's how we learn and grow that separates entrepreneurs from wantrepreneurs. In this episode, we get real with Alli & Ilene and dig deep into their hot mess moments, how they handled it, and what they learned from it.

You'll hear about Alli & Ilene's journey and many pivots and how they turned a potential setback into a valuable lesson. We'll discuss the strategies and tactics Alli & Ilene used to overcome their obstacles and come out living in capital letters.

Don't forget to follow Alli & Ilene on Instagram @thezestzone to discover how you can bring more joy to your life, or check them out at https://www.thezestzone.com for all the high vibe living.

Join us on The Hot Mess Entrepreneur podcast and learn from the best in the business. Don't forget to follow Kimberly Clark and Ashley Abramson on Instagram at @flawsomekimberlyclark and @ash_abramson for more hot digital marketing, online course, and ego-whispering tips and inspiration. Keep crushing it, and we'll catch you on the next one!

Mar 21, 202301:10:07
AITA Business Owner Edition: Lost Those Tire Kickers

AITA Business Owner Edition: Lost Those Tire Kickers

AITA Am I the A-Hole Business Edition.

In this episode we share the story of a business owner asking if they are the A-Hole for raising her prices and giving her current clients 3 months notice before the price raise. Listen as she shares the details of her story, and we weigh in on the situation, where she went right, and lessons she can learn to improve her business.

Mar 05, 202320:27
The Dark Side of the Online Coaching Industry

The Dark Side of the Online Coaching Industry

In this episode, we dive into the dark side of the online coaching industry. With the rise of social media and the internet, online coaching has become a booming industry, promising to help people achieve their goals and transform their lives. However, behind the shiny promises and glamorous lifestyles of many online coaches, there is a hidden reality that is often overlooked.

We explore the predatory practices and unethical behaviors that some online coaches engage in, including manipulating vulnerable individuals, pushing unsustainable and unsafe practices, and prioritizing profit over their clients' well-being. We also examine the potential dangers this poses to consumers.

We shed light on the harmful impact of the dark side of the online coaching industry. We also provide practical advice and resources for individuals seeking to navigate the online coaching world safely and responsibly.

Tune in to this eye-opening podcast to learn more about the hidden dangers of the online coaching industry and how you can protect yourself from falling victim to its dark side.

Feb 18, 202350:17
Carrying a Microphone to the Grocery Store

Carrying a Microphone to the Grocery Store

Cohost Ashley Abramson spent months carrying a microphone to the grocery store, restaurants, meetings and everywhere else. Listen as Ashley shares the story  of using this microphone to get over her fears and conquer the ego behind them.


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Kimberly Clark @flawsomekimberlyclark

Ashley Abramson @ash_abramson


Feb 06, 202334:29
Episode 0: Let's Get Messy

Episode 0: Let's Get Messy

Welcome to The Hot Mess Entrepreneur!

This a podcast that takes you deep into the messiness of the entrepreneur's journey beyond the fluff of what they show you on social media and into the messy mistakes that truly define an entrepreneur.

Each week we interview a badass entrepreneur about what really happens behind the scenes of 6 and 7-figure companies.


Cheers to the mess that separates the wantrepreneurs from the entrepreneurs, let's karate chop the fluff and dive into the deep.

Kimberly 

If you like what you see, give us a follow or connect with me on IG @flawsomekimberlyclark... or both!

Jan 31, 202305:18