Building a business shouldn't mean losing your mind. Strategy, Solutions, & Sanity is the real-world business podcast for owners and leaders who are serious about scaling — but don't want to drown in chaos while doing it. Host Samantha C. Prestidge cuts through the noise with practical insights on hiring, delegation, team building, operations, and leadership for family businesses and second-stage entrepreneurs. (No vague "10x your mindset" fluff here — just the strategies, systems, and sanit ...
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Building a No-BS Marketing Agency with Paige Weiss: Leadership, Client Chaos & Real Growth
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In this episode, we sit down with Paige, the CEO of Tree Ring Digital, an exceptional marketing agency based in Colorado. Paige shares insights into the messy and vulnerable side of business, discussing moments that drove her 'insane' and how she pivoted to better serve her clients. We explore the challenges of balancing client needs with strategic…
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Can a VA Help With Content? Yes—But Only If You Have This First
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Should Your Virtual Assistant Handle Your Content and Social Media? Find Out Here! In this episode, we tackle a common question: can a virtual assistant (VA) help with content and social media posts? The short answer is yes, but with conditions. We delve into the importance of distinguishing whether you need a strategist or an executor first. Clari…
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Build It While You Fly: Finding Alignment & AI Sanity in Business with Stephanie Sidebottom
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In this episode of 'Strategy, Solutions, and Sanity,' host Sam dives deep into the revolutionary world of AI with business strategist and branding expert Stephanie Sidebottom. The discussion covers practical applications of AI for business owners, from gamifying sales activities to creating custom AI bots for branding. Stephanie shares her transiti…
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What Is a System, Really? Breaking Down the Basics So Your Business Can Scale
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You’ve probably heard it before: “You need systems in your business.” But what is a system, really? In this quickcast, I’m breaking it down without the jargon. Whether you’re brand new to the idea or you’ve built a few workflows that still feel clunky, we’re walking through what a system actually is, why it matters, and how to keep it simple and sc…
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Boundaries, Bold Moves, and Business Mama Vibes with Bonnie Schutz
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Welcome to the first live episode of Strategy Solutions and Sanity! Join host Sam and her special guest, Bonnie, as they dive into strategies to lead your business with confidence and regain control over chaos. Bonnie, a seasoned executive assistant and now CEO, shares her journey from overcoming unrealistic client expectations to investing in hers…
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You Don’t Need It All Figured Out to Hire an Assistant
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Think you need a full playbook, polished SOPs, and perfect systems before you can hire an assistant? Think again. In this quick episode, I’m breaking down the real things you need in place before bringing someone into your business—hint: it’s less than you think. We’ll cover: The myth that keeps leaders stuck and overwhelmed What a “good enough” st…
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The 90-Day Turnaround Strategy To Get Your Business Thriving Again
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In this episode of Strategy Solutions and Sanity, host Sam guides small business owners and team leaders on how to regain control and confidence in their businesses using a strategic 90-day plan divided into three phases: Getting the Lay of the Land, Simplification, and Getting into a Growth Rhythm. Sam emphasizes the importance of clarity, simplif…
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The Interview Mistakes That Lead to Bad Hires
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In this episode of Strategy Solutions and Sanity, host Sam delves into effective interview strategies essential for making sound hiring decisions. Discover the three key aspects to evaluate in candidates: character, competence, and culture fit. Learn to ask better questions that go beyond surface-level inquiries, and avoid common pitfalls that smal…
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Don’t Just Delegate—Create Ownership In this episode of Strategy Solutions and Sanity, host Sam discusses the importance of transferring ownership when delegating tasks to ensure accountability and responsibility within a team. She provides practical examples from both personal and professional settings to illustrate how speaking in terms of owners…
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Why Scaling Just Multiplies Pain When You're Already In Chaos
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Why Scaling Just Multiplies Pain When You're Already In Chaos In this episode of 'Strategy, Solutions, and Sanity,' Sam dives into the myth that scaling a business will solve existing chaos. Instead, scaling often amplifies existing issues, making them more expensive, exhausting, and messy. Through real-life anecdotes, Sam highlights the red flags …
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Before You Hire: Define Your Job and What to Hand Off
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In this episode of Strategy Solutions and Sanity, business and team strategist Sam tackles the common challenge of being the bottleneck in your business. Sam outlines a clear, step-by-step delegation strategy to help small teams and family-run businesses identify tasks for delegation, create a job description for the business owner, and prioritize …
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The Real Reason Your Team Keeps Coming to You for Every Little Thing
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Stuck in Every Decision? Here’s Why Your Team Keeps Coming to You | Strategy, Solutions, and Sanity In this episode of Strategy, Solutions, and Sanity, host Sam tackles a common issue faced by business owners—having to make every little decision in the team. Designed for second-time entrepreneurs and small family-run businesses, this video provides…
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