The Unapologetic Entrepreneur

Ep. 264 - It's a Wrap! The Final Episode (Plus, a Big Announcement)

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready for a bittersweet moment, friends! In this final episode of The Unapologetic Entrepreneur podcast, I'm sharing some big news. After fiv...

Ep. 263 - 2 Steps To Go From Overthinking To Finally Finishing The Project/Goal/Dream

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you stuck in the hamster wheel of overthinking? It's time to break free and finally finish those projects you've been dreaming about! In...

Ep. 262 - [Amira Alvarez] Quantum Leaps: Thinking, Feeling & Doing To Achieve Big Business Success

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to take your business and life to the next level? Join us as we chat with the incredible Amira Alvarez, a mentor and coach who's he...

Ep. 261: [Jenny Roth] Ditch the Doubt, Be Audacious and Create Your Dream Business

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tired of settling for less in your business? Join me as I chat with the incredible Jenny Roth, a copywriting queen who's built a thriving busines...

Ep. 260 - Calculate Your Capacity BEFORE Setting Goals

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The way we were taught to set goals actually sets us up for failure but it's possible to change this quickly and easily. Simply by flipping the m...

Ep. 259 - [Ashley Malik] Mindset Magic: How Self-Awareness Can Be Your Amplifier To Business Success & Overall Wellness

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel like your inner voice is like a broken record, playing the same old "you can't do it" song on repeat?  We've all been t...

Ep. 258 - The Hidden Costs of Success [A lesson from James Clear]

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

James Clear shared something in one of his emails that hit me like a ton of bricks and it might be the wake up call you need too. "The results of...

Ep. 257 - 12 Weeks to Win: Make the Most of Your Year (Before the Holidays Hit!)

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Holiday hustle who?! This episode is all about crushing your business goals BEFORE the December madness hits! We're talking about planning and se...

Ep. 256 - Needing Support Isn't Failing, It's A Strength & Helps You Achieve Your Goals

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel like you're Superwoman, trying to do it all and conquer the business world single-handedly?  Been there, done that (and trust me, it&a...

Ep. 255 - [Laura Davis] Stop Feeling Like a Hot Mess: Time Management Made Simple for Busy Women

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling overwhelmed and juggling a million tasks?  Join me as I talk with with Laura Davis, the Time Management Strategist who helps busy women ditch...

Ep. 254 - [Summer Series Part 6] Celebrating & Reflecting To Set Yourself Up For Future Goal Success

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This series is designed to help you finally take action on your ideas and turn inspiration into results. We'll ditch the overwhelm and focus on a...

Ep. 253 - [Summer Series Part 5] Leveraging Prioritization & Time Management To Grow Your Business

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This series is designed to help you finally take action on your ideas and turn inspiration into results. We'll ditch the overwhelm and focus on a...

Ep. 252 - [Summer Series Part 4] Motivation on Vacation? What To Rely On When You Have No Motivation

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This series is designed to help you finally take action on your ideas and turn inspiration into results. We'll ditch the overwhelm and focus on a...

Ep. 251 - [Summer Series Part 3] When Life Throws Lemons: Strategies for When Your Project Plans Are Thrown Off

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This series is designed to help you finally take action on your ideas and turn inspiration into results. We'll ditch the overwhelm and focus on a...

Ep. 250 - [Summer Series Part 2] Project Planning: Creating A Realistic Plan To Achieve Your Goal

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This series is designed to help you finally take action on your ideas and turn inspiration into results. We'll ditch the overwhelm and focus on a...

Ep. 249 - [Summer Series Part 1] How To Set A Realistic Goal When You Have Lots Of Ideas/Possibilities

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This series is designed to help you finally take action on your ideas and turn inspiration into results. We'll ditch the overwhelm and focus on a...

Ep. 248 - [Amy Traugh] Grow Your Business Using Curiosity & Discipline

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, Amanda McKinney interviews Amy Traugh, the host of the Motivated CEO podcast and author of the CEO Method book. They discuss the...

Ep. 247 - [Jill Johnston] How To Repurpose Content & Create Digital Products

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Want to create digital products but don't know where to start? This conversation with Jill Johnston is just what you need. She explains how you c...

BONUS - Slow Summer Business Planning

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's possible to have a slow summer and still make progress in your business. In this episode, I guide you through steps to avoid the September S...

Ep. 246 - [Jackie Flake & Gabs Hayes] The Power Of Partnerships & Starting Bravely

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's enough out there for all of us. While there are times when it doesn't feel this way, it's important to remember that it's ...

Ep. 245 - [Andria Singletary] Maximizing Productivity During Busy Seasons

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you're in a busy season of life and doing your best to be productive through this time, this conversation is for you. We're talking to en...

Ep. 244 - 4 Steps To Take When Your Progress Is Sloth-like Slow

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share some tough love and also address a common issue many of us face: feeling stuck due to consuming too much information, trying ...

Ep. 243 - [Carin Hunt] 5 Word Magic Trick To Describe Your Business

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you stumble over your words as you describe what you do to others? If so, this 5-word exercise is going to change that completely. My guest, Carin ...

Ep. 242 - [Paul Schmidt] Flip The Script: Visualize Success Instead Of Critiquing Yourself

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're flipping the script on self-critique and diving into the power of visualization for entrepreneurial success. Join me and g...

Ep. 241 - [Gwen Tinsley] Selling With Confidence

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If the idea of selling feels gross or scary to you, this conversation was recorded for you. As soon as you step into entrepreneurship, most people run...

Ep. 240 - [Laura Sinclair] It's Okay To Desire (& Make) More Money

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt ashamed of wanting to make more money? If so, this episode is for you! My guest, Laura Sinclair, captured my attention quickly when...

Ep. 239 - What's Your Productivity Personality?

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're talking about productivity and how you can be more effective with this in your life and business. There's a big difference betwe...

Ep. 238 - [Ernesto Mandowsky] 5 Easy Ways To Upgrade Your Customer Experience

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking to grow your business, one place to focus on is your customer experience. It's likely that you're thinking of creatin...

Ep. 237: The Secret To Making Progress On Any Goal

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Curious what the secret sauce is to making progress towards any goal? It's sometimes a tough pill to swallow but the key is...accountability.  I...

Ep. 236 - [Charelle Griffith] Entrepreneurial Loneliness: Navigating & Strategies To Overcome This Challenge

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does entrepreneurship feel lonely to you? If so, you're not alone in this feeling and we're talking about it this week on the podcast. Chare...

Ep. 235 - [Ruthie Sterrett] Embracing Uncertainty & Navigating The Hard Realities of Entrepreneurship

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Entrepreneurship is hard, yet rewarding but we need to talk about the hard stuff so you know you're not alone. In this conversation, Ruthie Sterr...

Ep. 234: [Josh Haynam] Beyond Quizzes: From 1 To 7,000 Clients - Nurturing Entrepreneurial Success

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Josh Haynam, co-founder of Interact, a quiz software company, shares openly about the rewards and challenges of entrepreneurship. Jos...

Ep. 233 - Create A Free Quiz In Just 2 Minutes & Grow Your Email List

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share how the use of quizzes can help you grow your email list and business. We talk about why quizzes are more interactive, how th...

Ep. 232: [Matt Gerlach] Surrendering To Success: Trusting The Process & The Pivots of Entrepreneurship

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Matt Gerlach shares his journey of stumbling into entrepreneurship and working with entrepreneurs in the baby product industry. He di...

Ep. 231: [Book Review] Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us, by Daniel Pink

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share my overview of the book 'Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us' by Daniel Pink. The book is focused o...

Ep. 230: Erika Lucas (Part 2): When Is It Time To Close Your Business?

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Amanda McKinney and Erika Lucas discuss the topic of knowing when to shut down a business. They emphasize the importance of listening...

Ep. 229 - Erika Lucas (Part 1): 5 Mistakes To Look Out For As A New Entrepreneur

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Erika Lucas shares her insights on the 5 mistakes that new entrepreneurs often make. As an investor who works with startups, growth p...

Ep. 228 - 7 Questions To Ask When Nothing Seems To Be Working In Your Business

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share what to do when it feels like nothing is working in your business because these times are tough when you're an entrepren...

Ep. 227 - Jess Gulley-Ward: Effective Outsourcing In Your Business (Tips from both sides)

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling the stress of doing it all in your business? It can be overwhelming and while it seems like doing it all yourself is the best option, it might...

Ep. 226: 3 Lies You're Telling Yourself That Stop You From Achieving Your Goals

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I discuss how to get what you want this year. After conducting research from my audience I realized there are 3 main things everyone ...

Ep. 225 - Holly Haynes: She Replaced Her Corporate Salary Working Only 8 Hours A Week

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Want to ditch your corporate job and go all-in on entrepreneurship? It's a fantastic dream but it can be scary to take steps to make that dream b...

Ep. 224: 3 Steps To Create Your Sustainable Business

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I discuss how to create a sustainable business that integrates into your life instead of taking it over. There are four steps to achi...

Ep. 223: You're 95% More Likely To Hit Your Business Goals In 2024 With This Process

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New year, new business goals. But what happens when your mind plays tricks on you and says "but you didn't follow through last year, why try...

Ep. 222: 5 Essential Support Systems Every Entrepreneur Needs

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel lonely, like you're on an island and the only person who's dealing with these entrepreneurship struggles? While the feeling is r...

Ep. 221: 3-Step End-Of-Year Reflection & Goal Setting Process For Entrepreneurs

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time of year when we look back and reflect on what we've achieved (or haven't) and set our sights on the new year. While it&a...

Ep. 220: Lessons Learned From Taking 1 Month Off [& My Health Update]

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As a business owner who's almost a one-woman-show, it was nerve-wracking to know I needed to take a month off due to a health issue. But I learne...

Ep. 219: Realistic-For-You Goal Setting For Business Success

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's goal setting season! As business owners who are tackling a lot of decisions in our business, this is a big one that often comes with a lot o...

Ep. 218: From Food Stamps To Successful Fashion Stylist Entrepreneur with Jessica Pappineau

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're learning from entrepreneur and fashion stylist, Jessica Pappineau. While she's a successful business owner now, her journey to s...

Ep. 217: How To Build Your Business Through Relationships with Barb Betts

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we sit down with the fabulous Barb Betts, who is shaking up the traditional approach to referrals! Barb spills the tea on why she hate...

Ep. 216: From Corporate To Accidental Entrepreneurship with Nicola Mercer

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking of transitioning from your corporate life to entrepreneurship? Or maybe your in a season of uncertainty of whether you can really cut it as a...

Ep. 215: How To Embrace Failure In Entrepreneurship & Life with Paola Soares

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, guest, Paola Soares shares her journey of overcoming fear and failure, ultimately finding success as the host of the But First She Fa...

Ep. 214: 10 Tips For Getting Better Sleep As An Entrepreneurship with April Likins

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into the hectic world of accidental entrepreneurs, exploring the critical relationship between sleep and stress. Running a bu...

Ep. 213: Tips For Protecting Your Mental Health As An Entrepreneur From Therapist, Christy Pennison

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm talking with special guest, Christy Pennison and we're talking about dreams, determination, and overcoming obstacles all...

Ep. 212: The Sabbatical Method with Alyson Caffrey

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we have a special guest, Alyson Caffrey, who will redefine what it means to take a sabbatical and provide valuable insights f...

Ep. 211: The Last Planning System You'll Need In Your Business

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm sharing the last planning system you'll ever need in your business. I realize that is a bold statement but I believe it 100%. After anal...

Ep. 210: Pause...To Find Your Purpose with Traci Schubert Barrett

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt like there's more to life than what you're currently doing? Do you find yourself questioning your path and wondering if y...

Ep. 209: Chronic Illness & Business: Tips From Entrepreneur's Who Manage Both

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Being an entrepreneur is tough but toss in a chronic illness/pain, a family crisis, health issues, or everyday kid schedules and it gets much tougher....

Ep. 208: My Health Scare & How It's Impacting My Business

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is the most personal and vulnerable podcast episode I've ever recorded. I'm sharing about a health scare of mine and how it's impa...

Ep. 207: Stop, Drop & Roll Decision-Making Method with Renee Bauer

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever find yourself stuck and you can't seem to make a decision? Chances are it happens often and it can impact your business if you don&ap...

Ep. 206: Crafting Your 3-Word Rebellion with Dr. Michelle Mazur

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode get ready to rebel with guest Dr. Michelle Mazur! It's all about distilling your ideas into a powerful "3 Word Rebellion&quo...

Ep. 205: How To Identify The "Before Step" That Leads To Success with Erica Courdae

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever asked "what's the before step for my dream client?". Chances are you haven't thought about this but the answer to th...

Ep. 204: Marketing That Feels Good: Providing Clarity and Support for Customers with Caitlin

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Many accidental entrepreneurs view marketing as "bad" or "slimy" because of previous experiences that felt that way. As someone wh...

Ep. 203: Unleash Your Inner Storyteller with Jay Acunzo

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I sit down with storyteller extraordinaire, Jay Acunzo. Get ready to dive deep into the world of content creation as we discuss the di...

Ep. 202: Lazy Content Creation: Maximize Your Effort & Create Great Content with Shannon Weinstein

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Amanda invites special guest Shannon Weinstein, a CPA extraordinaire, to discuss the ins and outs of podcasting and creating great co...

Ep. 201: Podcasting 101: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Launching Your Own Show with Krystal Proffitt

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking of starting a podcast but not sure where to start or if you can actually make it happen? I remember this feeling well and I wish I had known ...

Ep. 200: 200 Episodes! My Podcasting Journey & Lessons Learned

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

200 episodes! What a journey it's been to create and publish 200 episodes on this podcast. From the nerves of getting started, to excitement of i...

Ep. 199: Striving for More: The Delicate Dance of Gratitude and Entrepreneurial Drive with Molly Asplin

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want more as an entrepreneur? Chances are you do and guess what? That's okay! You can be grateful for what you have and also want more. Th...

Ep. 198: PUBLISHED! Behind the Pages of Why Not You? An Accidental Entrepreneur's Guide To Success

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Behind the scenes of my new book 'Why Not You? An Accidental Entrepreneur's Guide To Success" The book is officially out into the world...

Ep. 197: Resilient Change: Navigating Pivots In Entrepreneurship with Confidence

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's okay to change things in your business. As a matter of fact, it's critical to your business success that you do evolve. If we don'...

Ep. 196: #1 Question To Help You Focus & Make Progress with Brionna Ned

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you have lots of ideas but not a lot of progress happening in your business, this episode is going to help you change that. My guest, Brionna Ned i...

Ep. 195: Lara Heimann Shares Lessons On Success & Reluctant Entrepreneurship

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Lara Heimann is a success business owner but this didn't happen overnight. We dig into how she started her business to where it is now that inclu...

Ep. 194: Step-By-Step Process Of Defining Success On Your Terms

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you don't define success on your terms, others will define it for you by default. You'll find yourself chasing the next thing and never a...

Ep. 193: How To Plan A Quarterly Business Check In

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In corporations there are "offsites" where the department and sometimes the entire company go to a different location to do business plannin...

192: Perfectionism, Procrastination and Lack of Accountability with Lauren Tilden

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

All these things plague us at some point and that could be you today. If so, this episode is for you and you're going to hear how myself and Laur...

Ep. 191: How Women Approach Entrepreneurship with Winnie Wong

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if women approach entrepreneurship different than men? While this is something that's crossed my mind many times, it'...

Ep. 190: 5 Things To Remember When Everything Sucks In Business

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling like you're supporting everyone else's dreams or business and no one is supporting yours?  This leads to feelings of overwh...

Ep. 189: Success Story Shorty: Courage Led To Exceeding Goals (with Cammy Adair)

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you struggle with self doubt, lack of confidence and procrastination this Success Story Short episode is for you. My client, Cammy, shares all abou...

Ep. 188: The Importance of Nervous System Regulation for Entrepreneurs with Rhysa Sisco

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we're chatting with Rhysa Sisco, who went from occupational therapist to nervous system regulation coach for business owners. We&...

Ep. 187: Spring Clean (or anytime) Your Business

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Just like we get the 'itch' to clean out the drawers in our kitchen every so often, we get the feeling to clean things up in our business to...

Ep. 186: Burnout 101 with Dr. Sharon Grossman

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This word "burnout" has almost become a buzz word in the past several years but we are diving into this topic to really understand what it i...

Ep. 185: How To Close An Offering And Not Lose Your Business with Emily Aborn

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you're feeling the need to shut down an offering in your business but you're not sure how, this article is for you. My guest, Emily Aborn...

Ep. 184: Prevent The Online Chase For More So You Don't Eventually "Burn It All Down"

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I don't want you to get to the point where you feel you have to "burn it down" when it comes to your business. In the last few years th...

Ep. 183: What's An Accidental Entrepreneur?

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

By my definition, an Accidental Entrepreneur is someone who stumbles into entrepreneurship by following a passion or a hobby. What it doesn’t mean i...

Ep. 182: How Your Intuition Can Help Imposter Syndrome with Jenna Holloway

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all struggle with it...Imposter Syndrome. There isn’t anyone immune to this and interestingly enough, the more achievements we have, the more thi...

Ep. 181: Stop Shoulding Yourself with Samantha Harrison

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all get caught up in what we feel like we "should" be doing as business owners and this is especially the case when it comes to marketing...

Ep. 180: Success Story Shorty: Repurposing For The Win! (with Dominique Gauthier)

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk repurposing content. You know what it means but maybe you're unsure about the idea overall. Will it really work? Will people know...

Ep. 179: Stop Creating New Content - The Art Of Repurposing

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As an entrepreneur who's trying so hard to grow your business, you're likely creating content and have wondered "do I have to do this f...

Ep. 178: An Unexpected Way Of Finding Your Niche with Tess Jewell-Larsen

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you struggle with the idea of niching down in your business? If so, you're not alone. The idea of choosing just one focus is difficult and can...

Ep. 177: Success Story Shorty: Rosemary & 1200 New Leads

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In these Success Story Shorty's I want to highlight success stories of all kinds and the first one I'll share is from one of my students. Ro...

Ep. 176: Tools For Focus

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling a lack of focus lately? You're not alone in this so in this episode I'm walking through the reason that we lose focus as well as sha...

Ep. 175: 2023...Not-So-Happy-New-Year & How To Turn It Around

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Disconnected from my business. Sad. Trapped in comparison. Not sure what to do next. These are all phrases that I've heard since the beginning of...

Ep. 174: Real Talk: My fears almost stopped me

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As an entrepreneur you're familiar with a never ending to-do list and wearing all.the.hats but there's something that doesn't get as mu...

Ep. 173: What's an Unapologetic Entrepreneur?

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why do you want to be an "unapologetic" entrepreneur? What does that really mean? We're exploring these questions in this episode so th...

Ep. 172: What?! New Podcast Name...Let Me Tell You All About It

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

New year, new name! But don't worry, you'll get the same style of teaching and coaching from Amanda on this podcast. The new name simply bet...

Ep. 171: My 2022 Year In Review Process

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time of year where you carve out some time to do a year in review. In this episode I'm sharing my process that's evolved ever...

Ep. 170: My Book Interview with Mike Michalowicz [How Your Business Can Run Like Clockwork]

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As I continued to interview people for my book, not only did I uncover what success looked like for many entrepreneurs but what really came to life wa...

Ep. 169: What My Book Interviews Taught Me About Entrepreneurship

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After interviewing many, successful entrepreneurs for my book and my podcast I've realized a few things. (1) Entrepreneurs are awesome problem so...

Ep. 168: Book Topic Revealed! An Interview With My Book Coach, Eric Koester

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

98% of people fail at writing a book but I'm in line to be in the 1% of actually finishing! And it's because I had a great coach by my side ...

Ep. 167: Surprise! The Secret Project I've Been Working On All Year

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I've been working on something in secret and it's finally time to tell you what it is. This isn't how I usually do business because I l...

Ep. #166: Retreat Series: How To Sell Out Your Yoga Retreat

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you're thinking of hosting a yoga retreat or have one on the calendar that you're trying to fill now, this episode is going to be su...