Welcome to the Opportunity Podcast, where entrepreneurs come to learn from real buyers, sellers, and industry experts, the lesser-known growth opportunities to build their online business empires. This podcast series will help you uncover tactics veteran online business entrepreneurs have used to build, buy, flip, and sell their way towards personal wealth. Learn from tech insiders and digital property owners the secrets they’ve used to achieve their personal & financial goals.
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The Routine Your Dream podcast (@routineyourdreampodcast) is created for teacher sellers who create and sell their teaching resources online for additional income on sites like TeachersPayTeachers (TpT) or Kajabi. This elementary teacher turned business coach for teacher sellers is spilling her secrets and sharing the exact high-performance habits and online marketing strategies that will help YOU routine your dream of becoming a successful teacher seller.
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Building an 8-Figure Autonomous Business Using AI Agents With Amos Bar Joseph [Ep.185]
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51:12Traditionally, headcount equals scale. But in the age of AI, is this still true? In this episode, we’re joined by Amos Bar Joseph, the co-founder of Swan AI, the first autonomous business. Their goal? Reaching $30 million in ARR with just three founders and a powerful fleet of AI agents. Amos explains how he is building an enterprise-level business…
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The ROI of Scrappy: I Took My Own Advice (Finally) and Hit Publish
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17:32Months of tweaking in the dark = $0 ROI. Let's get your dream out of draft mode RN!! Here's how I did it with my website! In this episode you’ll hear— → The “Invisible Work, Zero ROI” problem: how spending months tweaking in the dark earns nothing compared to hitting publish then iterating in public (it also lights a major fire under ya!). → how I …
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4 Back to School Game Plans for BUSY TPT Sellers
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26:42This week’s episode is a practical pep talk for when you’re maxed out, including: → The “Ambition vs. Capacity Boxing Match”: how chasing big goals during busy seasons leaves your energy on 0% *unless* you pick the right lane. → how I coach sellers to spot their “fade zone” — where things silently slip through the cracks because everything feels eq…
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What Multi Six Figure Edupreneurs Do Differently
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27:18Ever feel like you're throwing spaghetti at the wall hoping something will scale? In this episode, Chynell opens the Zoom room doors and shares what her multi 6-figure clients are actually doing differently. 🚫 It’s not working harder. 🚫 It’s not building a team of 12. ✅ It’s the mindset, method, and moves they make daily. You’ll learn: → The “just …
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Avoiding Account Shutdowns: Proactive Support Strategies for Amazon Sellers With John Cavendish [Ep.184]
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40:45The rules of selling on Amazon have changed, and sellers who don’t adapt are paying the price in time, revenue, and sometimes, their entire account. In this episode, we’re joined by John Cavendish, the founder of Seller Candy, an agency that deals with Seller Support on behalf of Amazon sellers.We dive into what’s really going wrong behind the scen…
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AIO VS SEO: Move Over, Google—Your Next Sale Is Coming from…ChatGPT?
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17:44"I bought your bundle, ChatGPT told me yours was the best" Yeah, this is a thing now. And we need to prepare as marketers. Let's unpack: In this episode you’ll hear— → The “Chosen by the Chatbot” problem: how your product has to earn the AI’s recommendation — not just show up in search results. → how a casual customer email turned into a wake-up ca…
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A Guide to Funding Options for Early-Stage SaaS Founders With Denise Edwards [Ep.183]
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44:06Not every SaaS success story starts with a multi-million-dollar seed round. While flashy headlines highlight startups raising big in Silicon Valley, most founders are left asking a far more practical question: Should I bootstrap, or go after funding? In this episode, we’re joined by Denise Edwards, the founder of SaaS Launch, a platform that helps …
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How To Prep For Your First Full-Time Hire (Even If You're Not Ready Yet)
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38:57In this episode you'll hear: → The First Hire Framework: the step-by-step pre-hire strategy that shows you what to fix before you hand off anything → how I help sellers identify whether their bottleneck is bandwidth, automation, or delegation (spoiler: it's usually all three). → Delegation Danger Zones (and how to avoid burning out your first hire)…
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The SaaS Guide to Building with Purpose and Exiting with Pride with Rob Walling [Ep.182]
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1:01:06What if scaling your SaaS didn’t require burning out or selling your soul to venture capital? In this episode, Greg sits down with seasoned SaaS founder, author, and startup mentor Rob Walling for a candid conversation about what it really takes to build a sustainable, sellable SaaS business. Rob kicks things off by sharing how he stumbled into Saa…
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Sales Tax Mistakes That Could Cost You When Selling Your Business With Jessica Rhoads [Ep.181]
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47:16As Benjamin Franklin famously said, “In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” But for online business owners, taxes aren’t always so certain, especially when it comes to sales tax. In this episode, we’re joined by Jessica Rhoads. Jessica is an internationally experienced CPA and self-confessed “dumpster fire accountant” who specia…
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Why Buying Digital Businesses Beats the Stock Market With Nathan Hamilton [Ep.180]
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55:15The golden age of affiliate sites may be behind us, but can affiliate sites still make good money? And are websites in general still a good investment? In this episode, Greg speaks with Nathan Hamilton, a former equity analyst who shifted into buying and growing online businesses. Nathan recently acquired dividend.watch, a dividend investing platfo…
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How I Spot Early Signs of Growth (Before My Clients See It)
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16:37I often get asked, "How do I validate my niche so I don't waste time, money, and energy?" In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my "Tiny Green Light Principle" — the exact way I help clients spot early growth signals that most sellers completely overlook. In this real client case study breakdown you'll hear— → The “Tiny Green Light Princ…
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Is AI Killing SEO Agencies, or Reinventing Them? With Jerry Chen [Ep.179]
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56:14AI is changing SEO as we know it. But what does this mean for SEO agencies?That is what Jerry Chen, Founder of ECF Marketing, joins us to discuss. Jerry brings his experience in SEO and marketing to unpack how AI is disrupting the traditional agency model. He predicts that as AI tools become more advanced, many marketing services, especially lower-…
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Real vs. Fake: How to Protect Your Amazon Brand from Review Fraud With Shane Barker [Ep.178]
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1:01:51If you’ve ever had to deal with fake reviews sabotaging your Amazon business, you know how damaging and frustrating it can be. That’s why Shane Barker created TraceFuse, an AI-powered platform that helps Amazon sellers detect and remove negative reviews that violate Amazon’s policies, without you having to lift a finger. In this episode, Shane join…
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Psst: The Traffic Platforms My Clients Are Betting On (And the Ones They’re Leaving Behind)
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24:34Spend a Dime or Spend Your Time—either way, traffic’s gonna cost ya In this episode, Chynell breaks down what’s really going on behind the scenes with successful TPT sellers—and what’s holding others back. From coaching convos to TikTok tests, she explores the three traffic types, what “taking your business seriously” actually looks like, and how o…
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3 ChatGPT Prompts to Improve Your TPT Product Description
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12:01It’s not about better words. It’s about better strategy. In this quick episode, Chynell is sharing 3 smart questions you can ask ChatGPT to help you audit your TeachersPayTeachers product descriptions like a conversion copywriter. These prompts will help you spot what’s missing, make your copy more persuasive, and fix the small things that might be…
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TPT Sales Strategy: For Sellers Who Don’t Wait Until the Last Minute (Anymore)
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10:58Ask any fitness trainer and they'll say "summer bodies are made in the winter." Well, that adage works in the business world, too! Let's dive in! In this episode you’ll hear— → The “Summer Sales Start in Spring” problem: how waiting until July to prep for your biggest sales month leaves massive revenue on the table. → how I coach clients to reverse…
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Perfecting Performance Optimization: Scale Smarter, Sell Faster With Sabir Semerkant [Ep.177]
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1:08:13Most entrepreneurs are so busy chasing new opportunities that they overlook the goldmine sitting right inside their own business. That’s where eCommerce growth expert Sabir Semerkant comes in. With 25 years of experience and over $1 billion in incremental sales under his belt, Sabir knows exactly where businesses are leaving money on the table. He …
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How to Ruthlessly Declutter Your Business To-Do List (and Actually Breathe Again)
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14:59It’s time for a different kind of spring cleaning—one that clears out the clutter in your business priorities instead of just your junk drawer. In this episode, Chynell dives into the sneaky ways entrepreneurs overload their to-do lists, expenses, and mental bandwidth with tasks that feel productive but actually hold them back. She shares how to di…
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Why Personal Brands Aren't as Good as You Think [Ep.176]
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22:41Many people talk about personal branding like it’s the golden ticket to success. But is it really the best way to grow a business? There’s no doubt that having a strong personal brand can open doors. It helps you stand out, build trust, and connect with an audience. Entrepreneurs like Alex Hormozi have used their personal brands to create massive b…
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Why AI Startups Fail, And How to Succeed [Ep.175]
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24:32Is the AI boom just another bubble waiting to burst, or is it the start of a power wave of business opportunities? Well, that depends on how sustainable AI-driven businesses are in the long run.In this episode, Greg dives into the realities of AI-driven businesses—covering what makes them valuable, the risks buyers should watch out for, and whether…
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Have you noticed the phrase "is this AI" coming up every where you look? How will the increase in skepticism impact selling in 2025 and beyond? Tune in and find out ways to build more trust with your potential buyers in this episode! Connect with Chynell: Instagram: @routineyourdream Website: routineyourdream.com Work with Chynell: Interested in ta…
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From Side Hustle to Biggest Systainer Supplier in the US with Tim Swieter [Ep.174]
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1:00:56Great entrepreneurs don’t just wait for opportunities, they create them. That’s exactly what Tim Swieter did. It all started when Tim was searching for storage containers for his home workshop. He quickly realized that the Systainer market in the U.S. had a major gap. Instead of just moving on, he saw an opportunity. So, he reached out to the inter…
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Love is Blind But Your Product Messaging Shouldn't Be
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41:00In this special Valentine's Day episode, Chynell dives into real client stories and marketing challenges from her coaching business. She breaks down the importance of clear, differentiated messaging and shares actionable insights on positioning products effectively. In This Episode, You'll Hear: Why unclear messaging is costing you customers Real c…
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The $28K Mystery, The TPT Ad Drama, and Creating Uncopyable Memberships
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38:45Episode 2 of What TPT Sellers Struggled With This Week: 🚨 BREAKING: A TPT seller’s product sales plummet by $28K—but why? Meanwhile, ad drama is shaking up the TPT world, and let’s talk about memberships… because if yours isn’t uncopyable, it’s forgettable. In this episode, Chynell is spilling the tea on: 💸 The $28K Leak: How one seller discovered …
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Scaling a Freelancer Platform: Solving the Double-Sided Marketplace Problem with Chris M. Walker [Ep.173]
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58:36Marketplaces are notoriously hard businesses to run and build. We would know.Running a marketplace means constantly balancing two sides—the buyers and the sellers. If one side struggles, the whole thing falls apart.Chris M. Walker has cracked the code of this delicate dance. As the founder of Legiit, a thriving freelance marketplace for businesses,…
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"Big Email List, But It's Not Making Me Money." Alright—Hold My Matcha.
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19:26You did the thing. Grew the list. Listened to all the “money is in the list” advice. But… no cha-ching? (or not enough cha-chings to make paying for a 10k+ list feel worth it) This week on the podcast, Chynell is breaking down exactly why your list isn’t making money—and how to flip the script. Spoiler alert: It’s *just* not about sending more emai…
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What TPT Sellers Struggled With This Week: Memberships, Financial Loss, and Big Pivots
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29:03What's up in Chynell's world? Take a peek behind the curtain of real TPT seller challenges from this week. In this episode, we're diving deep into the actual problems Chynell's clients faced this week and how she tackled them together. Because sometimes knowing you're not alone in your struggles is exactly what you need to move forward. Episode Hig…
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SEO Agency Survival Guide: Thriving Amid Google Updates and AI Disruption with Steven Schneider [Ep.172]
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55:10SEO has always been a powerful way to drive online traffic, but with the rise of AI and Google algorithm updates, the game has shifted. So how do SEO agencies combat these new challenges and remain relevant? Steven Schneider, co-founder of TrioSEO, believes the secret is sticking to the fundamentals, and honing in what you’re good at. In this episo…
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Steps to Go Full-Time on TeachersPayTeachers This Year
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35:02If “go full-time” is on your vision board this year, hit play. And if you're already full-time, every action item *still* applies. We’re talking: 🔥 The secret to “quiet quitting” without sacrificing your paycheck 📊 Why dating your dashboards is the spicy habit your business needs 🚀 How to build a growth flywheel that practically runs itself ⏳ And t…
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Bringing a Disruptive Ecommerce Product to Market with David Bean [Ep.171]
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1:00:59Bringing a new product to market is no small feat. But launching a disruptive product that has the potential to transform an industry? That’s a whole different ball game.That’s exactly what David Bean set out to do with Nira, his business that develops innovative at-home skincare lasers to fight aging. In this episode, David shares the highs and lo…
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The $6K Decision That Changed This TPT Seller’s Business
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16:59Listen in on this TPT Seller's $6K Wake-Up Call: What's Really Moving the Needle? Ready to get real about where your time and money are actually going in your business? Let's dive into a story that might just change how you look at your own investments. Inside this episode, Chynell is pulling back the curtain from a session where she uncovered a $6…
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Using the 80/20 Principle to Grow Your Business Beyond 7-Figures with Perry Marshall [Ep.170]
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1:25:24Growing a business to 7 figures is a huge achievement—but pushing past that million-dollar milestone can feel like hitting a wall. Scaling from $1 million to $10 million is a whole different ballgame. So, how do you navigate this tricky terrain and break through the “seven-figure desert”? Perry Marshall believes the key to unlocking exponential gro…
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TPT Seller 2025 Predictions: What to Scrap, Keep, and Double Down On
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31:08Chynell's got good news and "please don't shoot the messenger" news... In this episode Chynell talks about predictions for staying ahead of the curve in 2025 if you sell on TPT. ⏱️ Episode Highlights: [00:00:42] The evolution of content creation - from video taking over to AI [00:02:50] Why your approach matters: casual creator vs. serious business…
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How I Created a 10K Month Blueprint for Selling on TPT (and How You Can Too!) + a FREEBIE
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13:24Listen-along to this episode while you work through the free companion guide: https://routineyourdream.kit.com/10k or comment the word "BLUEPRINT" on any post on our Instagram: @routineyourdream and we will DM the link to grab it straight to your inbox! Ever wonder how some Teachers Pay Teachers sellers consistently hit those dream-worthy revenue m…
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13 Business Shifts I Swear By Ranked From Worth Trying to #1 Holy Grail
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27:11Which one will you try? Connect with Chynell: Instagram: @routineyourdream Website: routineyourdream.com Work with Chynell: Interested in taking your business to the next level? Explore coaching opportunities with Chynell: Send a DM with the word "scale"on Instagram Visit routineyourdream.com for more information Support the Podcast: If you’ve enjo…
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Optimizing a Content Agency through Automations & AI With Mahmoud Elsaid [Ep.169]
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43:06As a business owner, your time is one of your most valuable assets. It’s easy to get bogged down by day-to-day tasks that pull you away from what really matters—growing your business. Finding ways to take back your time is key to running your business smoothly and efficiently. This is exactly the challenge Mahmoud Elsaid, founder of the content age…
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Surprising Stat: How Often to Email Your List
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18:53If your goal is more traffic to your products, and you want to use email to increase traffic, in this episode of Routine Your Dream, Chynell dives deep into one of the most frequently asked questions by TPT store owners: "How often should you really be emailing your list?" With so much noise around optimal emailing frequency, Chynell brings in comp…
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From Zero to a 6-Figure Exit in Just One Year with Jordan Saniuk [Ep.168]
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54:04Some of the best businesses start organically —by solving a real problem.Jordan Saniuk’s business was no different. As a realtor, Jordan had trouble selling a property and noticed a bigger issue: Realtors needed a better way to connect. So, he created a platform where they could share listings, price reductions, bonuses, and more. Realtors loved it…
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How to Plan a Book Launch That Hits Amazon Bestseller Status
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31:42Client chat! My client, Dr. Jenna Copper and I talk about the strategies we're using to make Amazon Bestseller List—again—with her latest book, Role Call. Ever wondered what it takes to write, position, and launch a book and hit Amazon Bestseller status? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes strategy that helped my client Jenna Copp…
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How to Build Authority on Social Media Using Repurposed Content | Ep 86
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29:20In this episode of Routine Your Dream, Chynell chat with Krystle Rowry, a self-taught web designer turned million-dollar entrepreneur. Krystle has built an incredible career working with household names like Marie Forleo, Issa Rae, Julie Solomon, and many more. Her journey is nothing short of inspiring—and she’s sharing her actionable strategies th…
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From $2k Months to Full Time TPT Seller: Inside Melody Munch's Growth Routines | Ep 85
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41:12In this episode of Routine Your Dream, Chynell is joined by a listener-turned-client! None other than Melody Munch—creator of Mrs. Munch’s Munchkins. Melody went from earning $2k months as a side hustle to becoming a full-time resource creator whose products have been spotlighted on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Today Show, and E! News. But the journey …
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Do You Have a Visual Marketing Strategy? Here's How I Planned Mine | Ep 84
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26:33In this episode Chynell brings you behind the scenes on how she built a visual marketing strategy that aligns with her Q1 business goals and shares the exciting backstage moments of her recent podcast photoshoot with Amalie—The Branded Boss Lady! Spoiler: Photoshoots are about strategy, not just pretty pictures (tune in to hear why!) If you've ever…
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How to Build a Planning System You’ll Actually Use | Ep 83
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27:25Welcome back to Routine Your Dream! In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest planning mistakes TPT sellers make: overcommitting to an annual plan that rarely sees the light of day. If you’ve ever mapped out an entire year only to feel scattered and overwhelmed halfway through, this episode is your rescue remedy. Today, we’re tackling h…
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Burnout-Proof Your To-Do List: 20 Ways to Get More Done and Feel Good Doing It
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17:36Got task fatigue? Procrastinating on your to-do's? Your to-do list should feel like a love letter to your future self, not a burden that you dread on a daily basis. You got into entrepreneurship so that you could be in control and have the freedom to live life on your own terms, so dive into today's episode to learn how to design a routine that wor…
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Boosting Amazon Sales Using the Power of Split Testing with Andri Sadlak [Ep.167]
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51:52Having a great product is one thing. Ensuring that it actually appeals to your target audience is a whole different thing entirely. A product that doesn’t convert is essentially useless. That is why split testing is so important. Even a 10% improvement in your conversions can result in massive growth for your business. In this episode, we chat with…
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TPT Sellers: Your Success is on the Other Side of That Fear You’re Ignoring | EP 81
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26:58In this episode, we’re diving deep into the fear that’s been lurking in the shadows, keeping you from the success you deserve. It’s time to face it head-on, because guess what? Your next level isn’t waiting for you in your comfort zone. It’s on the other side of that fear you’ve been dodging. We’re breaking down the mindset shifts, the hard truths,…
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What Successful TPT Sellers Grapple With (But We Aren't Talking About) | EP 80
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26:09In this episode, Chynell explores the pressure to grow that high-achieving TPT sellers experience as they navigate their business success. Often, we celebrate the hustle, the grind, and endless growth, but what about when your business has "enough"? What do you do when you've hit your financial goals but feel burnt out, exhausted, and unable to enj…
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Is PR Still Valuable? The Truth About Press Coverage With Peter Shankman [Ep.166]
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52:02Oscar Wilde once said, “There’s only one thing in the world worse than being talked about, and that is not being talked about.” Getting your business mentioned in the right places at the right time can take you from obscurity to virality overnight. Nowadays, businesses tend to rely on social media, but traditional PR and press coverage still play a…
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5 Years as a TpT Business Coach for TPT Sellers! A look back and a look ahead! A Special Milestone Episode | EP 79
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22:33Curious about coaching? Learn more at routineyourdream.com/privatebusinesscoaching Welcome to a special milestone episode of the Routine Your Dream Podcast! Today, Chynell reflects on her five-year journey as a business coach for TPT sellers. From early beginnings in high school, where her passion for marketing was born to her impactful years in te…
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