Morgan DeBaun is back with another live advising session featuring frameworks from her new book, Rewrite Your Rules. In this episode, she sits down with Lane, a branding and marketing agency founder who’s entering into the world of startups.

In this episode:

00:00 Introduction and Studio Setup

00:46 Guest Introduction and Background

01:10 Business Overview and Services

04:28 Team Structure and Client Management

08:36 Challenges and Growth Strategies

17:09 Transitioning from Operator to Owner

24:29 Targeting Executive Clients

25:34 Understanding Retainer Packages

26:06 Tailoring Services for Executives

28:10 Creating a Personal Branding Framework

29:59 Launching a Tech Startup

32:31 Overcoming Startup Challenges

36:18 Focusing on Product Development

41:49 Final Advice and Encouragement

In the episode, Lane opens up about the challenges of juggling corporate clients and small businesses and maintaining her own brand’s visibility, despite building brands for others. Morgan advises Lane on the transition from being in the weeds of operations to taking on a more strategic CEO role. She also helps her make time for her dream of launching a tech startup.

Through the conversation, Morgan helps Lane rewrite her rules, from deciding to forgo social media to focusing on product development before funding. Tune in and be inspired to rewrite your own rules and do entrepreneurship your way. Don't forget to order your copy of Rewrite Your Rules, out now!

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In this live coaching session, Morgan DeBaun sits down with Grant, who outside of his career with a big tech company is a nonprofit leader passionate about social impact. Together, they discuss hiring, systems, and time management to help Grant scale his business as a social impact strategist on his own terms.

In this episode:

00:07 Grant's Nonprofit Journey

00:40 The Decision to Join the Show

01:01 Balancing a Day Job and Nonprofit Work

01:29 Exploring Consulting Opportunities

01:57 Social Impact and Community Work

02:49 Challenges and Future Plans

02:59 Support Systems and Team Building

05:23 Scaling and Strategic Planning

28:29 Content Creation and Personal Branding

31:27 Letting Go of Company Identity

31:42 Building a Personal Framework

32:07 Motivation and Helping Others

32:23 Financial Realities and Privilege

33:27 Content Creation Strategy

42:10 Balancing Non-Profit and For-Profit Work

59:44 Future Goals and Vision

01:01:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In the episode, Grant shares his journey of starting a nonprofit as a way to give back to his community and the challenges he's faced in balancing his day job with his business. Morgan helps Grant realize the importance of hiring administrative support, and provides guidance on leveraging his discretionary income to build sustainable impact. They also discuss the potential for creating content to inspire others and why Grant's goal doesn't have to be to leave his 9-to-5.

Tune in to see the frameworks from Morgan's new book, Rewrite Your Rules, in action! And don't forget to order your copy!

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Morgan DeBaun’s new book, Rewrite Your Rules, is all about challenging the status quo and designing a life on your own terms. In this live coaching session, she puts those principles into action, helping Simbi gain clarity and make time for wealth-building as she navigates motherhood and big business decisions.

In this episode:

00:00 Introduction

01:10 Simbi's Journey to Entrepreneurship

02:42 Balancing Motherhood and Business

05:15 Current Business Ventures

08:51 Challenges and Strategies for Growth

13:05 Personal Reflections and Future Plans

25:49 Balancing Personal Freedom and Responsibilities

26:32 Outsourcing and Automating Tasks

27:31 Daily Routine and Time Management

29:46 Finding Time for Self-Care

32:24 Planning for the Future

41:44 Growing the Business

45:53 Final Thoughts and Next Steps

In the episode, Morgan and Simbi discuss the complexities of integrating motherhood into entrepreneurship, and Morgan helps Simbi figure out her CEO tasks vs. operating tasks to determine where she wants to spend her time and energy. They also talk about the benefits and drawbacks of acquiring an agency versus scaling a new business. Morgan coaches Simbi on creating a clear vision for her business and life, and how to make that a reality in the day-to-day.

This episode gives a taste of the frameworks discussed in Morgan's new book, Rewrite Your Rules, so make sure to order your copy to start applying these strategies and mindsets in your own life and business!

Order Rewrite Your Rules: https://www.amazon.com/Rewrite-Your-Rules-Achieve-Freedom/dp/0593725050

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