Playing Big with Lindsay Johnson

Bad business advice and investing in programs and service providers too soon can have catastrophic effects not just on your business but on your entire life. Listen in as badass brand designer, Rachel Lee, takes us behind the scenes into the biggest lessons of her entrepreneurial journey ... declaring bankruptcy and bouncing back from almost $100,000 in business debt!😎 About RachelRachel Lee is an Artist, Designer & Co-Founder of Neo Genesis, a visual branding agency for creatives & misfit entrepreneurs who are ready to own their weird, and (finally) rock it online. Outside of business hours, you’ll find Rachel doodling on her iPad, blasting EDM on a run, or getting cozy with her cat.👉Want Rachel to work her branding magic in your business? ☎️ Contact us and let's set it up! Connect with Raachel😻 Website😻 Instagram😻 LinkedIn.................................................................👋 Hey, I'm Lindsay Johnson, aka The Radical Connector. I run a scaling agency for service-based businesses, and I'm here to demystify the entrepreneurial journey, show you what it really takes to build a sustainable, scalable business, help you level up your founder mindset, and teach you a few business skills along the way.🌐 Visit our website..................................................................Business resources for service providers, coaches and consultants 👇📝 Pre-Scale Milestone Quiz - do this to get your business ready to scale💰 Ick-Free Sales Tools - grab these if you're struggling to get sales🥰 Ick-Free Sales Community on Patreon - join us if you need to learn sales & visibility skills

Send us a textNetworking doesn’t have to feel forced, awkward, or icky. It’s just turning strangers into friends and nurturing those friendships over time. But how do you know which people to network with?In this episode, Lindsay breaks down the 4 types of networks you need to build the right kinds of connections that help you grow your business faster (without burning out or selling your soul).Here’s what we’ll cover:✏️ The 4 types of networks every entrepreneur needs, and why each one matters for long-term success✏️ How to find customers, collaborators, and community without cold-selling or faking connection✏️ Why networking is marketing, and how to make it your highest-ROI activity✏️ Simple ways to reach out and follow up without overthinking or feeling pushy✏️ How to build genuine biz bestie relationships that keep you inspired and supportedResources mentioned:Ick-Free Sales CommunityVideo: Networking Less to Get More Clients!  Video: How to Sell Without Selling Video: Perfect Sales Free Sales Call Template Ick-Free Sales Scripts 📝 DM & EMAIL INTRO TEMPLATE Repeat after me: "Cold selling doesn't work. Cold connecting does!" Hey [NAME], I just saw/read/watched [THE POST THAT GRABBED YOUR ATTENTION] and I'm loving your perspective on [SHARED VALUE, PERSPECTIVE, OR APPROACH]. I'm [NAME] and I'm in the world of [INDUSTRY/PROFESSION/WORK]. If you're up for a good, old-fashioned networking convo, I'd love to connect to talk about [WHAT YOU'D LOVE TO TALK ABOUT/GET TO KNOW ABOUT THEM]. Up for a [ZOOM/CALL/COFFEE] in the next week or two? [YOUR NAME]About LindsayLindsay Johnson, aka The Radical Connector, is a business development nerd who's been showing service providers, coaches, and consultants how to get sales and scale their businesses for over 20 years. Lindsay's signature Ick-Free Sales System cuts through the chaos and maps out exactly what you need to do to turn the engine on in your business with simple roadmaps and action plans. 👉 Join the Patreon Community for $1 Free Resources Ick-Free Sales Tools Pre-Scale Checklist Monthly Shop Talk on YouTube Connect with LindsayYouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Website | Podcast

Send us a text Do you ever feel like your business and your personal identity are totally tangled up together? Or maybe you struggle to find the balance between creating and managing your business? You’re not alone!In this episode with Annabelle King, we get real about personal branding as a business owner and how to get visible (even if it scares the heck outta you!). Annabelle shares how she went from working in big agencies to building her own business, including the mindset shifts and practical tips she learned along the way.You’ll discover:✏️ How to separate your business’s performance from your sense of self-worth, and why it matters for your sanity!✏️ Why Googling yourself is a must-do (and what can happen if you don’t manage your online narrative).✏️ The three essential “characters” every entrepreneur needs (creator, business manager, and entrepreneur) and what happens when one of them takes over.✏️ Actionable steps to get visible with more confidence, from prepping your story to dealing with stage fright like a pro.Annabelle’s practical wisdom and honest stories will have you rethinking how you show up as an entrepreneur. So you can walk away with new tools for sharing your magic with the world.💌 Get Lindsay's Un-Hustle Your Business Starter Kit📺 Join Lindsay's monthly Shop Talk on YouTube________________________________________________________Meet AnnabelleAnnabelle King is a brand strategist, facilitator, and founder of I Like Storytelling. With 15+ years of experience in big agencies and over six years running her own consulting practice, Annabelle helps small and medium businesses uncover the stories that drive growth. Aside from that, Annabelle also facilitates workshops, marketing retreats and online programs.Personal brand strategy courseFree resourcesInstagramLinkedIn________________________________________________________ About LindsayLindsay Johnson, aka The Radical Connector, is a business development nerd who's been showing service providers, coaches, and consultants how to get sales and scale their businesses for over 20 years. Lindsay's signature Ick-Free Sales System cuts through the chaos and maps out exactly what you need to do to turn the engine on in your business with simple roadmaps and action plans. 👉 Join the Patreon Community for $1 Free Resources Ick-Free Sales Tools Pre-Scale Checklist Monthly Shop Talk on YouTube Connect with LindsayYouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Website | Podcast

Send us a textTired of traditional digital marketing and web design agencies overselling services you don’t need?Ready to hear the truth behind these bloated agency models and why they might be holding your business back?In this live interview with Kayla Walters, a seasoned web designer and tech geek, we’re calling BS on the common traps in the digital marketing world. Kayla will share jaw-dropping stories from her 17 years in the industry, exposing what really goes on behind the scenes and why so many businesses end up with websites that just don’t work. You’ll gain insights on:✏️ Recognizing the red flags of overpromised and overpriced agency services.✏️ Building a website that feels like you and works hard to attract your ideal clients without the overwhelm.✏️ Kayla’s own strategies for streamlining the tech side of things, so you can focus on what you love about your business.___________________________________________________________________________Meet KaylaKayla Walters is a web designer, tech geek, and the go-to expert for building fun, beautiful websites that actually work. She helps women entrepreneurs transform their websites into client-attracting machines, all while making the tech side stress-free. With over 17 years of experience, Kayla has seen it all and knows how to make a website shine.Website: https://goodcheertechstudio.caInstagram:   / goodcheertechstudio ___________________________________________________________________________About LindsayLindsay Johnson, aka The Radical Connector, is a business development nerd who's been showing service providers, coaches, and consultants how to get sales and scale their businesses for over 20 years. Lindsay's signature Ick-Free Sales System cuts through the chaos and maps out exactly what you need to do to turn the engine on in your business with simple roadmaps and action plans. 👉 Join the Patreon Community for $1 Free Resources Ick-Free Sales Tools Pre-Scale Checklist Monthly Shop Talk on YouTube Connect with LindsayYouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Website | Podcast

Send us a text Does your money mindset need a dramatic shift now that you’ve started your own business? Listen in as Karina shares her journey from corporate employee to successful entrepreneur and the money mindset shifts required along the way. We’ll dive into how she became an expert in financial wellness, transformed her relationship with money, and learned the unique challenges (and rewards!) of handling money as an entrepreneur. Expect an honest conversation abou...