Small Business Growth Made Simple
Episodes
Monetizing a Mission: How She Built a 34,000-Person Community with Sam Kramer | Ep. 55
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you turn a simple idea into a powerful movement that brings hope, connection, and positivity to tens of thousands of people around t...
How YouTube Became a Client Magnet for a monday.comConsulting Business with Tara Horn | Ep. 54
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you take a skill you’ve mastered behind the scenes and turn it into a thriving business that helps hundreds of companies run more ...
Before Netflix: The Business Story of Aleeza Ben Shalom’s Rise from Stay-at-Home Mom to Global Brand | Ep. 53
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you commit to a vision long before anyone else sees it and trust that small, consistent steps will eventually lead to extraordinary ...
Starting Small, Thinking Massive: A Teen Entrepreneur’s Blueprint for Growth with Tamar Fine | Ep. 52
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you stop waiting until you feel ready and take action on your dream right now? In this inspiring episode of Small Business Growth Ma...
Starting Small, Thinking Massive: A Teen Entrepreneur’s Blueprint for Growth with Tamar Fine | Ep. 52
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you stop waiting until you feel ready and take action on your dream right now?In this inspiring episode of Small Business Growth Mad...
Saying No: The Most Underrated Skill You Need as a Business Owner | Ep. 51
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been feeling pulled in a hundred directions in your business, this episode is for you. In today’s world, you are constantly being invite...
Beverly Milder Magencey - The Long View: Business, Life, and Lessons from My Entrepreneur Mom | Ep. 50
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this special milestone episode, I’m joined by someone incredibly close to my heart: my mom, Beverly Milder Magencey, founder of Milder Musical Ar...
Why People Aren't Buying From You (And the 6 Hidden Reasons Killing Your Sales | Ep. 49
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been working hard in your business but sales still feel inconsistent, slow, or harder than they should be, this episode is for you. I’m ...
Building Community from Scratch: Helena's Networking Story with Helena Baker | Ep. 48
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been working hard in your business but still feel like growth is slow or unpredictable, this episode is for you. In today’s conversation...
The Power of In-Person Networking: Building Your Brand One Handshake at a Time | Ep. 47
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been working hard in your business but not seeing the results you hoped for, this episode is for you. I’m sharing how in-person networki...
Why Women in Business Grow Faster in Community | Ep. 46
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been working hard in your business but still feel like you’re carrying everything on your own, this episode is for you. I’m sharing wh...
You’re Not Starting Over: How Last Year Shaped This Year’s Growth | Ep. 45
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been working hard in your business and are wondering how to create real momentum this year without burning yourself out, this episode is f...
Why My Business Coaching Is Different | Ep. 44
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been working hard in your business but still feel confused, unsupported, or burned by past coaching experiences, this episode is for you. ...
Why I Don’t Do Black Friday or Cyber Monday Sales | Ep. 43
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever felt pressure to jump into Black Friday or Cyber Monday deals because “everyone else is doing it,” this episode is for you. I’m...
Strategy Meets Soul: Building a Business Aligned with Who You Are with Nathalie Garson | Ep. 42
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you stop separating who you are from what you do and start leading your business from your full identity?In this inspiring conversat...
The Real Reason You Feel Like You’re Always Running Out of Time in Your Business | Ep. 41
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been feeling like you’re constantly racing the clock in your business, this episode will help you finally understand why. I break down t...
Business Strategy Starts With Self-Leadership | Ep. 40
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been craving more clarity and flow in your business, this episode is for you. I’m sharing how to turn self-leadership into a strategy so...
Becoming the Woman Who Can Lead the Business You Want | Ep. 39
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been working hard in your business but still feel stuck, this episode is for you. I’m sharing how true success starts with you, not with...
7 Mistakes New Solopreneurs Make (and What to Do Instead) | Ep. 38
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been working hard in your business but not seeing the results you hoped for, this episode is for you. I’ll be sharing with you the seven...
6 Lessons I Learned from Bootstrapping, Building, and Selling My First Business Before 31 | Ep. 37
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Before becoming a business mentor and strategist, I bootstrapped my first company, grew it into a beloved brand, and sold it, all before the age of 31...
The 5 Strategic Foundations Behind Every Successful Solopreneur Business | Ep. 35
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re diving into the five foundational elements every solopreneur needs to grow a business that’s not only profitable, but also sustainabl...
Small Business Growth Made Simple: New Name, Same Show | Ep. 34
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to my newly rebranded show, Small Business Growth Made Simple, where clarity meets confidence and strategy meets simplicity! In this epis...
The 90-Day Planning Framework Every Small Business Owner Needs | Ep. 33
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into a practical five-step framework designed to help you craft a clear and focused 90-day strategy, one that aligns seamless...
3 Ways Winging It Is Hurting Your Business | Ep. 32
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we uncover the hidden costs of operating without a clear business plan. Through Batya's story, we highlight how a lack of strategy le...
3 Signs Your Business Strategy Isn’t Working (And How to Fix It) | Ep. 31
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’ll be talking about the importance of having a sustainable business strategy. We identify three signs that show that you need a strategy r...
The Game-Changer: How a Signature Offer Transforms Your Business with Nava Ratzon | Ep. 30
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you take your personal journey of healing and turn it into a thriving business? You create a transformative program that not only su...
5 Reasons You Need a Lead Magnet | Ep. 29
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’ll be discussing the power of lead magnets for attracting the right clients. Lead magnets help create value-first resources for your clien...
How to Attract Clients with Better Messaging with Copywriter Annette Mashi | Ep. 28
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you leave a stable corporate job, bomb as a teacher, and stumble into your true calling? You build a business that turns words into ...
Podcast Guesting Made Simple with Michelle Glogovac | Ep. 27
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ In this episode, Rachel talks with THE Podcast Matchmaker, Michelle Glogovac. She shares her journey and discusses the power of storytelling, ...
A Bold New Chapter: Why I’m Niching Down & How It Benefits You | Ep. 26
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel Lubchansky announces a significant change in her business, niching down to Jewish women entrepreneurs. She explains the need for this shift due...
Nourish to Flourish: Empowering Jewish Women Through Balanced Nutrition with Rena Rosenthal Cohen | Ep. 25
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ In this episode, Rachel talks with dietitian and behavior change coach Rena Rosenthal Cohen. They discuss strategies for women to find balance...
How to Take Up More Space This Year and Accelerate Your Growth | Ep. 24
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ In this episode, we explore the transformative power of stepping out of the shadows and into the light as a business owner. From embracing vis...
Living Financially Smarter: Empowering Women to Take Control of Their Finances and Voice with Rifka Lebowitz | Ep. 23
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ In this episode, Rachel sits down with Rifka Lebowitz, a Certified Financial Planner, author, and founder of Living Financially Smarter in Isr...
10 Game-Changing Business Insights From 2024 | Ep. 22
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ In this episode, Rachel shares ten transformative lessons she learned over the past year. A lot has happened in 2024, and it’s important tha...
How to Take Charge of Your Own Growth with Rena Shoshana Forester | Ep. 21
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ In this episode, Rachel sits down with teacher, healer, and mentor Rena Forester, whose work centers around helping people connect themselves ...
No One Does It Like You: Owning Your Authentic Voice in Business with Kari Knutson | Ep. 20
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ In this episode, Rachel sits down with public speaker, therapist, and speaking coach Kari Knutson who shares her inspiring journey from therap...
Beyond the Price Tag: What Drives Our Clients to Buy | Ep. 19
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode explores the complexities behind buying decisions, focusing on balancing cost and value. Using personal anecdotes, we get into the import...
How to Turn Passion into Action with Susan Kramer | Ep. 18
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of CRESCENDO, we interview Susan Kramer, an accomplished nonprofit development expert. We talk about overcoming fears, finding and amp...
From Cleaner to CEO: Ruth Rubin on Finding Her Voice, Building a Business, and Empowering Others | Ep. 17
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of CRESCENDO, we interview Ruth Rubin, a high school dropout turned successful entrepreneur. Together, they delve into Ruth's inspirin...
It’s Never Too Late: Answering Your Calling and Building a Niche Business with Gila Levitt | Ep. 16
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of CRESCENDO, we interview Gila Levitt, a Torah marriage and intimacy specialist. We discuss Gila’s journey from in-person teaching ...
Who You Need to Be to Build a Thriving Business | Ep. 15
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of CRESCENDO, we delve into WHO you need to be - not WHAT you need to do - to build a successful and sustainable business. Tune in as ...
How to Use LinkedIn to Grow Your Business with Sara Royf | Ep. 14
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of CRESCENDO, we interview Sara Royf, an entrepreneur who successfully scaled a nonprofit using LinkedIn and now coaches business owne...
From Dietitian to Empowered Entrepreneur: Navigating the Discomfort to Find Your Voice with Justine Friedman | Ep. 13
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of CRESCENDO, we’re joined by Justine Friedman. She’s a registered clinical dietitian and mindset mentor. While Justine shares wit...
5 Tips to Attract Your Dream Clients Without Feeling Salesy | Ep. 12
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When trying to sell a product or service, it’s almost impossible not to feel “salesy”. In this episode, we’ll be going through five tips to av...
How a Neurodivergent Woman Found Her Voice + Helps Others Do The Same with Julie Meyerowitz | Ep. 11
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of CRESCENDO, we’re joined by Julie Meyerowitz. She’s a dynamic communication coach who was traditionally trained as a speech-lang...
Embracing Change When Things Don’t Go As Planned with Gila Tolub | Ep. 10
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how Gila Tolub aligns her work with her values and makes a meaningful impact amidst personal and national challenges. Truly a must-listen! Abou...
The Path to Body-Peace: How to Feel Truly at Home in Your Body with Nina Manolson | Ep. 9
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Through Body-Peace®, Nina Manolson encourages tuning into internal cues rather than external judgments. Nina emphasizes that this shift isn't just ab...
How to Connect With and Cultivate Your Inner Knowing with Sarah Rubinson Levy | Ep. 8
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah shares her story from being an educational leader to an entrepreneur and discusses the pivotal moments that led her to embrace her authentic voi...
Capture Your Story and Create Authentic Connections with Ilana Sinclair | Ep. 7
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ilana shares her journey from working in Jewish nonprofits and as a marketing director to starting her own business, driven by her passion for writing...
How to Know if Your Authentic Voice is Truly Yours with Jessica Sato | Ep. 6
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jess teaches us what to look out for to really know if you’re using your authentic voice and not just a slight variation of it. She...
Developing Self-Love and Coming Home to Yourself with Duschanca Singh | Ep. 5
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is the story of a young 10-year-old girl who deliberately quieted her voice to fit in... to becoming a woman who, today, uses the full expression...
How a Virtuoso Violinist Found Her Voice with Ariella Zeitlin | Ep. 4
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of CRESCENDO, we’re joined by Ariella Zeitlin. She’s an internationally renowned virtuoso violinist, and singer who performs world...
Building a Business as a Proud Hormonal Woman with Jacqueline Rose | Ep. 3
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of CRESCENDO, we’re joined by Jacqueline Rose to talk about how we can embrace our changing bodies and minds through aging and menop...
How One Woman Revolutionized Networking with Melissa Snow | Ep. 2
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of CRESCENDO, we’re joined by Melissa Snow. She’s a business relationship strategist dedicated to empowering women in entrepreneur...
How a Performance Artist Found Her Voice as a Fairy Godmother with Emily Lauren Lepine | Ep. 1
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the very first episode of CRESCENDO, we’re joined by fairy godmother Emily Lauren Lapine. She’s a Las Vegas-based performer, magician, and inte...
CRESCENDO: Trailer
14 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to CRESCENDO! EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Pod2Go Music from #Uppbeat by Infraction (Tropic of Life) License code: SAZGVKP...