In today’s episode, I’m joined by my friend and colleague, Regan Bashara to chat about managing your business's finances like a pro. We're exploring when it's the right time to bring on key financial professionals - from bookkeepers to CFOs - and how their expertise can propel your business forward. We discuss the crucial differences between beginn…

If you want to learn how to use AI to grow your business faster, this episode is for YOU. Even if you’ve resisted it, my guest Brittany Long and I are talking about how to use AI responsibly to create content that converts and still sounds like you. In this episode we’re covering: Creating content that converts and using AI as a creativity partner …

Ready for some lessons from the club? I’m joined by my friend and colleague Keli Lyn Jewel to bring insights from our personal experiences in sales, emphasizing the importance of intimacy and genuine connection when it comes to sales conversations. In this episode we’re covering: Why seeing potential clients as real humans rather than just leads is…

Today I’m joined by my friend, colleague, and former client Sarah Magnoni to chat about handling transitions in business (whether it’s a niche or a whole new business) + why hosting in-person retreats serves your clients and creates a strong community. In this episode we’re covering: How to follow your passion, desire, and purpose to create a fulfi…

In this episode, I’m breaking down the key elements that made my recent BMW upgrade negotiation a win/win – I even got an upgrade for less than my last car! – and explain how you can apply these principles to your own sales process. In this episode I’m covering: How I negotiated a great deal on a new car The 4 key win/win elements you can use in yo…

This week I’m talking with my colleague, Molly Claire, about bringing a holistic approach to building your business so you can enjoy your life, make more money, and stress less. This convo is a business changer! In this episode we’re covering: How to create your business around your life Time and energy management that serves you as a human and you…

This week I’m talking with feminist parenting coach, Catherine Bailey, about bringing your values to your parenting, creating a more equitable relationship, and adding more rest and creative time to your business day. This convo is a life changer! In this episode I’m covering: How gender inequality shows up at home, in your relationship with your p…

If your sales aren’t where you want them to be, look at how many conversations you’re having. The more people you talk to, the more money you’ll make. You don’t have to sound like a spammy AI bot to do it! I’m showing you how to create real, authentic human relationships this week so you have more clients, collaborators, and colleagues to work with…

There will always be times when business feels hard. So, what do you do? The last year has been tough for businesses across all industries. So first know that if things feel hard, you’re not alone! The daily tasks you focus on are key for making progress and sales, and that includes how you’re thinking about your business! In this episode I’m cover…

Planning goals and taking action on them are two DIFFERENT things and require different thinking. When you stop negotiating with your goals and stop pressuring yourself, you’ll get so much more done. Shift the way you think about goals with this episode. In this episode I’m covering: The BIG mistake most people make when they set goals How you may …

Most folks aren’t buying “nice to haves” right now. The market’s shifted, folks are pitting needs vs. wants and eyeing their finances more than ever in the last few years. So you gotta stop selling fluffy someday outcomes and sell them what they need right now. That means you have to zero in on the right problems they’re experiencing, rethink buyer…

If you’ve been accidentally calling in Broke Becky’s, Toxic Tonia’s, and Don’t-Want-Your-Offer Donna’s, you need to uplevel your client avatar to talk to Ambitious Action-Taking Amber’s instead. It’s time to stop talking to critics, haters, dreamers, and folks who aren’t ready for your offers. While we’re at it, raising the standard of expectations…

If you wanna be in business this time next year, you have to think like a $1 Million CEO. Here’s the mindset shifts to make now, no matter how much you’ve made in your business. They’ll keep you resilient and BONUS – position you for high-ticket clients! In this episode I’m covering: The practical strategies for prioritizing your health and well-be…

If you wanna be in business this time next year, you have to think like a $1 Million CEO. Here’s the mindset shifts to make now, no matter how much you’ve made in your business. They’ll keep you resilient and BONUS – position you for high-ticket clients! In this episode I’m covering: The mindsets I’ve observed over 8 years that slow down your reven…

If your content isn’t turning into sales like you *know* it should, I have the fix for you. I’m breaking down the 5 reasons why your content is under performing + the simple shifts that make all the difference in your sales. In this episode I’m covering: The #1 thing your messaging MUST have before you write What makes you stand out from a sea of v…

I’ve seen it happen so often it’s almost a cliche - a dip in income crumbles your entrepreneurial confidence. Here’s how to turn that around so you’re more confident and resilient no matter how sales are going. When your self-worth is connected to your monthly income or the next sale, your confidence feels like it’s on a rollercoaster every day. Th…

I had no idea that learning how to surf would be so much like learning how to handle the challenges we face as entrepreneurs! In this episode I’m sharing all about my 3 days of surfing lessons, the fun, adventure, fear and challenges too + the major shifts you need to know to handle the ride of running a business like a surfer. In this episode I’m …

If you’re talking to everybody, you’re talking to NOBODY. 'Cause the specific people you’d love to work with on the problems that are in your zone of genius … they can’t hear you through the generic fluff. If you wanna be making more revenue and signing more dream clients, niche down 2x more than you’re comfortable. You’ll become the GO TO authorit…

I’m on FIRE today about the #1 thing I see slowing online coaches down from making more sales and how to get yourself into the fast lane. This one’s gonna piss some folks off, so buckle up, bish! Get into the 7 Figure Fast Lane! Watch the training here: https://funnels.melaniechilders.com/7ff-training Fill your pipeline with hot & ready to buy clie…

3 hour work days and letting your team handle everything is great, but you can’t do what 7+ figure earners are doing every day to actually reach multiple 6-7 figures. It works for them cause they’re already there! In this episode I’m breaking down the FOUR areas of focus in your business to make that money and set yourself up for a multiple 6 & 7 f…

The massive success you’ve been working toward can happen FAST and that can come with fear, freak out, and self-sabotage. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down how I handled selling out 1:1s with a waitlist quickly (even after 2x’ing my price!) + sold out groups without putting on the brakes or sabotaging. This episode you’ll learn… How to create m…

How you lead yourself through the challenges in business (and LIFE!) plays a MASSIVE role in your ability to grow an extremely successful business. The right mindset is f’ing everything. Literally the difference between 7+ figures and fizzling out. In today’s episode I’m sharing how I led myself through breast cancer, $0 launches, and more so you c…

Running a multi 6+ figure business doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, simplicity scales. Join me for this overview of the business model that’ll help you make it happen! This episode is PACKED with brilliance to help you… Align offers for your beginner, intermediate, and advance audience Differentiate between low, medium, and high ticket offe…

If you’re ready to start scaling to $500k+, this episode is for YOU. I walk you through the questions to ask yourself and the 3 simple funnels you need to get there. This episode is PACKED with brilliance to help you… Find the areas of business where you’re working too hard and overcomplicating Sell more of what you LOVE selling and delivering 4 th…

Ready to make more money in 2024? Join me and my guest, Emily Galligan, in today’s episode where we’re taking you into what it means to have money making energy, how to stoke your desire to take action without burnout, and embodying expert vibes so you can reach 6+ figures this year with ease. This episode is PACKED with brilliance to help you… Sto…

Ever felt confused about where to focus and what to do to reach $100-200k a year? This episode will hit the 5 things you definitely DON’T need and the only 3 things you DO need to reach that goal. Let me show you how to keep it simple! In this episode I’m covering… The 5 biggest things online coaches and consultants THINK they need, but actually do…

If setting goals makes you cringe, this episode is for you! Set your Q1 goals in this simple, actionable, fun way that makes reaching them inevitable! If your goal setting always feels unattainable, too pie-in-the-sky, or a joyless slog, it’s time to shake it UP. I’m teaching you how to break down the numbers and rethink your Q1 goals so you have a…

Does the thought of selling every day feel exhausting? You’re not alone! In this episode I’m sharing how I think about selling consistently so it feels fun, including how to gear up for launch periods and feel energized even when sales aren’t happening! In this episode I’m covering… 3 mindset shifts that make daily selling a “want to” instead of a …

Don’t just toss 2023 in the trash! I’m sharing how to review the most challenging year in a while for online service-based businesses so you can find the lessons and set up 2024 armed with energy, wisdom, and gratitude for the challenges. In this episode I’m covering… How to conduct your year in review to find the lessons 3 things to be proud of th…

There are a lot of experts out there these days, but what does it really mean to be, and have, expert positioning? You can’t really fake it ‘til you make it, but you can do these TWO things to position yourself like the expert you ARE. In this episode I’m covering… The TWO things you really need to position yourself like an expert How to grow your …

Ever wanted to start a group program but not sure how to go about it or when to do it? I’m sharing everything you need to prepare - including mistakes to avoid in creating and selling a group. Let’s get you ready to scale! In this episode I’m covering… What scaling really means The difference between passive income and active income How to grow you…

Ready to have more qualified leads, consistent sales, and sustainable systems so you can grow your online service business? I’m breaking down the 4 components you need to make multiple 6-figures in the simplest, most efficient way possible this year. In this episode I’m sharing the concepts I teach my clients who are making more sales than ever in …

If your copy is vague, watered down, and you’re trying to speak to everybody … this is for you. I’m sharing the questions you need to ask yourself to get HELLA specific to who your ideal client is so your messaging has Resourced & Ready clients DM’ing to work with you. The last question is going to change the game for your sales and revenue! Unf*ck…

I’m sharing the behind the scenes of what it REALLY takes to sell over a million dollars in an online business with you today. Whether you sell services or products, haven’t made money yet or are making multiple 6-figures, this episode will help you get your mindset right to make even more. From how much content to create to how to stay future focu…

Today, I’m sharing the top 10 lessons I’ve learned from 8 years of growing a sustainable, successful business. From handling the failures along the way (there will be MANY!), to changing markets and niches, the skillsets you should always invest in, and what you need to always need to focus on to keep growing and stay resilient AF – this episode is…

Afraid of addressing objections cause you don’t want to come off as pushy? I get it! I’ve definitely been there, too. There’s so much icky sales training that teaches being aggressive, toxic, and doing whatever it takes to get the sale. This AIN’T that. Objections are actually really simple. I’m breaking down exactly what objections really are so y…

If you’ve been avoiding selling, feel slimy or sleazy, or you’re worried about being pushy, this episode is for you! We’ve all been there, promise. I’m breaking down why selling is SO hard for those of us socialized as women (especially neurodivergent folks), the disempowering beliefs that’ll keep you from selling enough and broke AF, and how to sh…

Tired of consults saying no, not now, or I can’t afford it? In this episode, Melanie’s breaking down how to talk to your specific best fit clients, folks who are already successful and have the resources to pay you now PLUS how to get those folks mentally ready to buy. You don’t wanna miss this messaging gold mine so you can make the income and imp…

Your folks buy the results you offer, but they also buy YOU. So the more yourself you can be - real, authentic, and unapologetic - the more money you’ll make. That’s been true at every step of my business, too. Boring, mediocre, and basic ass marketing ain’t gonna cut it anymore (if it ever has!). In this episode I’m breaking down how to let your u…

If demand feels like something out of your control, you’re not alone! Truth is, it’s something you can create and it’s critical for growing your business and selling your offers. In this episode I’m breaking down six things that will help you create demand for your offer and your next launch. Know you need help with demand? Apply for the Feminist B…

Sales and consults slowing down this year? You’re not alone. What do you do when it feels like nothing’s working? In this episode I’m sharing the things that ALWAYS work to have ready-to-buy clients reaching out so you can make consistent revenue every month. Tune in for the 7 things to tweak and focus on to stay resilient no matter what’s going on…

Ever thought that the secret sauce to scaling might just lie in a glass of French wine, overlooking the countryside? In today's episode, I’m sharing my lessons from my adventures in France, where slowing down is the key to truly speeding up. In this episode, I’m breaking down why speed isn’t everything (and might actually be taking your success LON…

Want to get your clients to hit that 'Buy Now' button faster than they can say "Return on Investment"? Well, you've landed on the right episode! We're diving into how to speak directly to the results your clients can't wait to achieve and are ready to buy NOW. In this episode I’m breaking down: How to figure out what they already want and are looki…

Are you tired of shouting into the void only to attract clients who are just "window shopping"? Or who don’t do the work after they’ve paid? You’re talking to the wrong folks in your marketing! Here’s how to fix that - only talk to clients who are ready to buy & will get the most out of your offers. It’s time to talk to RESOURCED and READY clients.…

Want your offers to be an easy “HELL YES” for your dream clients? I’m spilling the beans on how getting laser-focused on your audience's desires can skyrocket your revenue. Forget the vague results and instead get uncomfortably specific for results-driven success that folks want to buy TODAY. Want to pack your offers with jaw-dropping value? It all…

It’s so easy to over complicate running an online business. And it’s REAL easy to feel like making more money and having more free time is out of your control. Today’s episode will help you simplify and take back control of your revenue and calendar too. If you want a sustainable business running on a steady stream of leads, sales, and processes yo…

Being able to identify the exact business growth problem is critical for every business owner - otherwise you spend time solving for the wrong things. Here’s how to tell if your growth is a leads, messaging, or sales problem and what to do about it. If you’re bringing new people into your audience but they’re not buying… If you’re getting crickets …

Ready to be the go-to person your industry can't stop raving about? This episode is gonna break it down and help you do just that in a few simple steps. Time to embrace your brilliance and stand OUT like the Bad B*tch you are. There are a couple of things you wanna learn… How to show off your expertise and credentials so you’re seen as an expert Wh…

If you feel like you never stop thinking about work, have to respond to client emails at 9pm and on weekends, or never let yourself take a break - this episode is your lifeline. Whether it's saying "no" to that client who wants the moon on a silver platter or setting limits on your work hours so you don't turn into an over-caffeinated zombie (hi, w…

Today I’m diving into the nitty-gritty of the major changes currently shaking the market for online entrepreneurs. Things have changed and a more strategic approach is required to effectively reach your ideal clients! Knowing precisely who your dream clients are, what they want, what problems they're looking to solve, and what makes them buy is cru…