Business After Dark

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This is a real account of entrepreneurship the good, the bad, and unsure. Social media would have you think you have a great thought then BOOM you blow up. Its the furthest thing from the normal back story. So come on this journey with me and I'll give you the real tea.

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May 14, 2025Episode 1488 min

EP 148 INVESTING IN YOURSELF: THE POWER OF COACHING

SummaryIn this conversation, Financial Fancy discusses the journey of entrepreneurship, celebrating accomplishments, and the importance of investing in personal and professional growth through coaching. She shares her experiences with client management, the significance of finding the right business coach, and the need for continuous learning and development. The conversation emphasizes the importance of quantifying growth and being teachable in the entrepreneurial journey.TakeawaysThe journey of entrepreneurship is filled with growth and accomplishments.Investing in a coach can lead to significant personal and professional development.It's essential to have a professional development budget as an entrepreneur.Quantifying growth is crucial for understanding progress.Choosing the right business coach requires aligning their expertise with your goals.Being teachable is vital for success in coaching relationships.Celebrating wins, no matter how small, is important for motivation.Engagement and tangible results are key indicators of successful coaching.Continuous learning is necessary to sharpen skills and frameworks.Building a revenue roadmap is essential for financial success.Join our Facebook groups: the ⁠Woman’s Entrepreneur Play group⁠ and the ⁠Bookkeeper and CFO Scale your Business group⁠. Both groups aim to foster community, provide motivation, and share actionable insights.Tune in for a motivational and insightful session and learn how to create a sustainable foundation within your own entrepreneurial journey. New episodes drop every Sunday at 8:00 PM. Don't miss out!Check out my Entrepreneur Must read list on my Amazon Storefront.- The Pivot yearOur Sponsors:Trying to find funding for your business - Sign up free for NAVGet your bookkeeping together with the free app WaveMy favorite email marketing app : Flodesk get 50% off your subscriptionNeed a CRM and POS together with cool contracts - Get 50% off HoneybooksPlease use code Fancy20 for 20% off your purchase at atasteofrelaxation.comHow to stay connected with me:Register for Unaesthetic Entrepreneur - NOW OPENSchedule an appointmentSign up for email listWant to work with me - fill out an intake formUpcoming Speaking engagements:New Journals:Your Next LevelBusiness Growth Journal30 Day Affirmation JournalBook me for speaking engagements: contact angela@financialfancy.comYouTube Channel: Financial Fancy⁠Follow me on PinterestFollow me on LinkedInFollow me on Instagram"It is in your consistency, where you will find your WIN!"~Charese ChambersMusical Track: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mtthwhudson/?hl=enIntro composer: https://www.instagram.com/dawainpodcoach/?hl=en**Affiliate links ("https://amzn.to/3gPSnOe" "amzn.to") may be used and do lend a percentage commission upon purchase. Take the initiative and educate yourself about FTC Disclosure + Affiliate Links: http://bit.ly/2oigrvF

December 19, 2024Episode 1477 min

Ep 147 Open Book Test

Episode Summary: In this episode, the Thoughtful Entrepreneur dives into the concept of managing expectations and resources efficiently, especially during the busy holiday season. They emphasize the importance of self-care in a sustainable manner and discuss the detrimental effects of manipulation, both in personal and professional contexts. Hear about their experiences and strategies for overcoming these challenges to achieve entrepreneurial success. Key Takeaways: 1. Time Management: - Managing multiple projects, such as finishing a book for the publisher, can delay other ventures, like podcasting. - Effective time management and resource allocation are critical for productivity. 2. Sustainable Self-Care: - Self-care extends beyond aesthetics; finding routines that make you whole is crucial. - Simple self-care practices should not be viewed as a permanent fix for long-term well-being. 3. Overcoming Superwoman Syndrome: - Emphasizes that asking for help or using shortcuts isn't a sign of weakness. - Outsourcing tasks can be a pragmatic approach to achieving business and personal efficiency. 4. The Pitfalls of Manipulation: - Identifying and avoiding manipulation tactics in business, such as scarcity marketing, is important. - Self-awareness in daily interactions can help minimize manipulative behaviors. 5. Knowledge and Networking: - Preparing for 'open book tests' by continuously learning and applying knowledge. - The importance of meaningful networking at events and maintaining those connections. 6. Real-Life Application: - Personal anecdotes about attending a luncheon and preparing for an upcoming conference. - Financial milestones achieved through diligent learning and application of resources. Actionable Tips: - Evaluate your current self-care routines and find practices that provide sustainable fulfillment. - Don’t be afraid to outsource tasks to increase overall productivity and efficiency. - Implement ethical marketing practices to build trust with your customers. - Regularly attend industry conferences and networking events, ensuring to follow up with new contacts. - Keep learning and applying new knowledge to stay prepared for 'open book tests' in life and business. --- Connect with Us: Register for TTC Academy - NOW OPEN Schedule an appointment Sign up for email list Want to work with me - fill out an intake form Upcoming Speaking engagements: New Journals: Your Next Level Business Growth Journal 30 Day Affirmation Journal Book me for speaking engagements: contact angela@financialfancy.com Follow me on Pinterest Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram "It is in your consistency, where you will find your WIN!"~Charese Chambers Musical Track: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mtthwhudson/?hl=en Intro composer: https://www.instagram.com/dawainpodcoach/?hl=en Sponsor: Trying to find funding for your business - Sign up free for NAV Get your bookkeeping together with the free app Wave My favorite email marketing app : Flodesk get 50% off your subscription Need a CRM and POS together with cool contracts - Get 50% off Honeybooks Please use code Fancy20 for 20% off your purchase at atasteofrelaxation.com --- For more episodes and entrepreneurial advice, stay tuned to Financial Fancy - where business meets elegance.

October 30, 2024Episode 14520 min

Tabitha Brown's Target Success What Entrepreneurs Need to Know

YouTube Channel: Financial Fancy⁠ Join us as we delve into the intricacies of entrepreneurship by examining the recent partnership between Tabitha Brown and Target. Discover key strategies and insights shared by our Thoughtful Entrepreneur to enhance your business endeavors. The financial and strategic benefits of partnerships in business. Understanding cost of goods sold (cogs) and its impact on pricing. The importance of leveraging social wealth and maintaining brand integrity. The four kinds of wealth in entrepreneurship: financial, social, time, physical. Upcoming events, including the Platform Summit and Baddies with Business conference. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and practical tips for your entrepreneurial journey!. Join our Facebook groups: the ⁠Woman’s Entrepreneur Play group⁠ and the ⁠Bookkeeper and CFO Scale your Business group⁠. Both groups aim to foster community, provide motivation, and share actionable insights. Tune in for a motivational and insightful session and learn how to create a sustainable foundation within your own entrepreneurial journey. New episodes drop every Sunday at 8:00 PM. Don't miss out! Check out my Entrepreneur Must read list on my Amazon Storefront.- The Pivot year Our Sponsors: Trying to find funding for your business - Sign up free for NAV Get your bookkeeping together with the free app Wave My favorite email marketing app : Flodesk get 50% off your subscription Need a CRM and POS together with cool contracts - Get 50% off Honeybooks Please use code Fancy20 for 20% off your purchase at atasteofrelaxation.com How to stay connected with me: Register for TTC Academy - NOW OPEN Schedule an appointment Sign up for email list Want to work with me - fill out an intake form Upcoming Speaking engagements: New Journals: Your Next Level Business Growth Journal 30 Day Affirmation Journal Book me for speaking engagements: contact angela@financialfancy.com Follow me on Pinterest Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram "It is in your consistency, where you will find your WIN!"~Charese Chambers Musical Track: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mtthwhudson/?hl=en Intro composer: https://www.instagram.com/dawainpodcoach/?hl=en **Affiliate links ("https://amzn.to/3gPSnOe" "amzn.to") may be used and do lend a percentage commission upon purchase. Take the initiative and educate yourself about FTC Disclosure + Affiliate Links: http://bit.ly/2oigrvF

October 11, 2024Episode 1448 min

Comeback Kid : Tips for Sustainable Business Growth Ep 144

YouTube Channel: Financial Fancy Join Charese Chambers as she returns from a rejuvenating sabbatical to share exciting updates and invaluable entrepreneurial insights. In this episode, Charese talks about finalizing her upcoming book “Business After Dark,” her new staff and content manager, and the extensive out-of-town speaking engagements she’s been involved in. Charese emphasizes the importance of doing less to achieve more, staying focused, and manifesting the knowledge gained from various learning outlets. She shares her journey of personal and professional growth and outlines her three key focuses as we approach 2025. These include offering services that bring her joy, investing in her professional development, and maintaining fierce discipline in her activities. Additionally, Charese announces the launch of two new Facebook groups: the Woman’s Entrepreneur Play group and the Bookkeeper and CFO Scale your Business group. Both groups aim to foster community, provide motivation, and share actionable insights. Tune in for a motivational and insightful session and learn how to create a sustainable foundation within your own entrepreneurial journey. New episodes drop every Sunday at 8:00 PM. Don't miss out! *Key Points: - Returning from sabbatical with renewed focus - Upcoming book release: "Business After Dark" in 2025 - Importance of manifesting knowledge into actionable steps - Three focuses for 2025 - Launch of two new Facebook groups for women entrepreneurs and financial professionals - Regular new episodes every Sunday at 8:00 PM **Quote from the Episode:** "No information is of value until it manifests itself." — Charese Chambers Schedule a One-on-one with Charese

April 22, 2024Episode 14311 min

EP. 143 On Repeat

Check out my Entrepreneur Must read list on my Amazon Storefront.- The Pivot year Our Sponsors: Trying to find funding for your business - Sign up free for NAV Get your bookkeeping together with the free app Wave My favorite email marketing app : Flodesk get 50% off your subscription Need a CRM and POS together with cool contracts - Get 50% off Honeybooks Please use code Fancy20 for 20% off your purchase at atasteofrelaxation.com How to stay connected with me: Register for TTC Academy - NOW OPEN Schedule an appointment Sign up for email list Want to work with me - fill out an intake form Upcoming Speaking engagements: New Journals: Your Next Level Business Growth Journal 30 Day Affirmation Journal Book me for speaking engagements: contact angela@financialfancy.com Follow me on Pinterest Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram "It is in your consistency, where you will find your WIN!"~Charese Chambers Musical Track: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mtthwhudson/?hl=en Intro composer: https://www.instagram.com/dawainpodcoach/?hl=en **Affiliate links ("https://amzn.to/3gPSnOe" "amzn.to") may be used and do lend a percentage commission upon purchase. Take the initiative and educate yourself about FTC Disclosure + Affiliate Links: http://bit.ly/2oigrvF

April 2, 2024Episode 14213 min

Ep. 142 Pivot Year

Let's get pass the aesthetic of entrepreneurship and talk about pivoting, focus and discipline. Let's catch up what have I've been doing Q1.... Check out my Entrepreneur Must read list on my Amazon Storefront.- The Pivot year Our Sponsors: Trying to find funding for your business - Sign up free for NAV Get your bookkeeping together with the free app Wave My favorite email marketing app : Flodesk get 50% off your subscription Need a CRM and POS together with cool contracts - Get 50% off Honeybooks Please use code Fancy20 for 20% off your purchase at atasteofrelaxation.com How to stay connected with me: Register for TTC Academy - NOW OPEN Schedule an appointment Sign up for email list Want to work with me - fill out an intake form Upcoming Speaking engagements: New Journals: Your Next Level Business Growth Journal 30 Day Affirmation Journal Book me for speaking engagements: contact angela@financialfancy.com Follow me on Pinterest Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram "It is in your consistency, where you will find your WIN!"~Charese Chambers Musical Track: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mtthwhudson/?hl=en Intro composer: https://www.instagram.com/dawainpodcoach/?hl=en **Affiliate links ("https://amzn.to/3gPSnOe" "amzn.to") may be used and do lend a percentage commission upon purchase. Take the initiative and educate yourself about FTC Disclosure + Affiliate Links: http://bit.ly/2oigrvF

January 15, 2024Episode 1409 min

False Start Ep 141

So if you have had a false start in the first 2 weeks of 2024 then chile get up and in the word of the late songtree Aliyah dust yourself off and try again, and again and again some more Check out my Entrepreneur Must read list on my Amazon Storefront. Our Sponsors: Trying to find funding for your business - Sign up free for NAV Get your bookkeeping together with the free app Wave My favorite email marketing app : Flodesk get 50% off your subscription Need a CRM and POS together with cool contracts - Get 50% off Honeybooks Please use code Fancy20 for 20% off your purchase at atasteofrelaxation.com How to stay connected with me: Register for TTC Academy - NOW OPEN Schedule an appointment Sign up for email list Want to work with me - fill out an intake form Upcoming Speaking engagements: New Journals: Your Next Level Business Growth Journal 30 Day Affirmation Journal Book me for speaking engagements: contact angela@financialfancy.com Follow me on Pinterest Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram "It is in your consistency, where you will find your WIN!"~Charese Chambers Musical Track: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mtthwhudson/?hl=en Intro composer: https://www.instagram.com/dawainpodcoach/?hl=en **Affiliate links ("https://amzn.to/3gPSnOe" "amzn.to") may be used and do lend a percentage commission upon purchase. Take the initiative and educate yourself about FTC Disclosure + Affiliate Links: http://bit.ly/2oigrvF

January 1, 2024Episode 1398 min

Entrepreneur = Influencer

Being an entrepreneur means you need to understand your superpower as an influencer. The sweet spot is as you grow your network you are growing your net worth. Check out my Entrepreneur Must read list on my Amazon Storefront. Our Sponsors: Trying to find funding for your business - Sign up free for NAV Get your bookkeeping together with the free app Wave My favorite email marketing app : Flodesk get 50% off your subscription Need a CRM and POS together with cool contracts - Get 50% off Honeybooks Please use code Fancy20 for 20% off your purchase at atasteofrelaxation.com How to stay connected with me: Register for TTC Academy - NOW OPEN Schedule an appointment Sign up for email list Want to work with me - fill out an intake form Upcoming Speaking engagements: New Journals: Your Next Level Business Growth Journal 30 Day Affirmation Journal Book me for speaking engagements: contact angela@financialfancy.com Follow me on Pinterest Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram "It is in your consistency, where you will find your WIN!"~Charese Chambers Musical Track: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mtthwhudson/?hl=en Intro composer: https://www.instagram.com/dawainpodcoach/?hl=en **Affiliate links ("https://amzn.to/3gPSnOe" "amzn.to") may be used and do lend a percentage commission upon purchase. Take the initiative and educate yourself about FTC Disclosure + Affiliate Links: http://bit.ly/2oigrvF

December 10, 2023Episode 1386 min

Out hustling your business ep. 138

For success in 2024 we all need to ask for help. Seek wise counsel, and keeping track of your tangible goals. The 8 Dimensions of Leadership: DiSC Strategies for Becoming a Better Leader 1000 True fans Buy the book Chop Wood, Carry Water (How to fall in love with the process of becoming great) Want to work with me - fill out an intake form Our Sponsors: Get QBO for your bookkeeping needs Please use code Fancy20 for 20% off your purchase at atasteofrelaxation.com Want to make bookkeeping easier: Get QBO for your bookkeeping needs How to stay connected with me: Register for TTC Academy - (CLOSED UNTIL SPRING 2023) Schedule an appointment Sign up for email list Upcoming Speaking engagements: New Journals: Your Next Level Business Growth Journal 30 Day Affirmation Journal Book me for speaking engagements: contact angela@financialfancy.com Follow me on Pinterest Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram "It is in your consistency, where you will find your WIN!"~Charese Chambers Musical Track: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mtthwhudson/?hl=en Intro composer: https://www.instagram.com/dawainpodcoach/?hl=en **Affiliate links ("https://amzn.to/3gPSnOe" "amzn.to") may be used and do lend a percentage commission upon purchase. Take the initiative and educate yourself about FTC Disclosure + Affiliate Links: http://bit.ly/2oigrvF

November 28, 2023Episode 13811 min

Standing on Biz Ep 137

We standing on bizness let's quantify it: I broke down my 2024 intentions in ten categories Health, Career/Business, Wealth, Travel, Family and Friends, Lifestyle, Hobbies, Knowledge, Love, and God/Faith.... The 8 Dimensions of Leadership: DiSC Strategies for Becoming a Better Leader 1000 True fans Buy the book Chop Wood, Carry Water (How to fall in love with the process of becoming great) Want to work with me - fill out an intake form Our Sponsors: Get QBO for your bookkeeping needs Please use code Fancy20 for 20% off your purchase at atasteofrelaxation.com Want to make bookkeeping easier: Get QBO for your bookkeeping needs How to stay connected with me: Register for TTC Academy - (CLOSED UNTIL SPRING 2023) Schedule an appointment Sign up for email list Upcoming Speaking engagements: New Journals: Your Next Level Business Growth Journal 30 Day Affirmation Journal Book me for speaking engagements: contact angela@financialfancy.com Follow me on Pinterest Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram "It is in your consistency, where you will find your WIN!"~Charese Chambers Musical Track: IG: https://www.instagram.com/mtthwhudson/?hl=en Intro composer: https://www.instagram.com/dawainpodcoach/?hl=en **Affiliate links ("https://amzn.to/3gPSnOe" "amzn.to") may be used and do lend a percentage commission upon purchase. Take the initiative and educate yourself about FTC Disclosure + Affiliate Links: http://bit.ly/2oigrvF