203. Reinventing Business in 2025: Networking, Scaling, and Business Model Shifts for Coaches & Consultants
Release Date: 02/18/2025
222. The Hidden Career Grief No One Talks About When You Leave Corporate - with Laverne McKinnon
Life After Corporate
Have you ever left a job—by choice or not—and wondered why stepping into entrepreneurship still feels so heavy? Many high-achieving women discover that leaving behind a corporate role is more than a change in title; it’s an emotional and spiritual upheaval. In this week’s episode, host Deb Boulanger welcomes career strategist and grief recovery specialist Laverne McKinnon, who reveals why professional heartbreaks can spark lasting transformation. You’ll discover why grieving job loss is not just logical but essential, how disenfranchised grief uniquely affects ambitious women in...
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221. What I learned about closing deals from the FBI Negotiator, Chris Voss.
Life After Corporate
Are you convinced you know how to build trust and close deals—or could everything you’ve learned about sales and negotiation be… wrong? Today's episode of Life After Corporate, is a “Fan Favorite”. Host Deb Boulanger sits down with world-renowned negotiation expert and author of "Never Split the Difference," Chris Voss. What if the secret to sales success isn’t pitching or persuading, but mastering the art of emotional intelligence—and knowing exactly what’s going on inside your prospect’s mind? Chris shares gripping stories from his days as an FBI hostage negotiator...
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220. The #1 Legal Mistake New Entrepreneurs Make — And How to Avoid It" - with Latrice Smith, Esq.
Life After Corporate
220. The #1 Legal Mistake New Entrepreneurs Make — And How to Avoid It" - with Latrice Smith, Esq. Are you building your dream business on shaky legal ground? It’s a common — and costly — mistake. In this episode of Life After Corporate, host Deb Boulanger sits down with attorney and entrepreneur Latrice Smith, Esq., to unpack the legal essentials most new business owners overlook. Whether you’re choosing between an LLC vs S Corp, drafting your first client agreements, or just trying to figure out how to start a consulting business without screwing it up, this...
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219. Are We Doing Facebook Groups Wrong? Key Lessons on Growing Your Business with Facebook with Tracy Beavers
Life After Corporate
In this episode of Life After Corporate, we unravel the myths around Facebook’s effectiveness for marketing, especially for coaches and consultants making the leap from corporate life. Deb Boulanger welcomes dynamic business growth strategist Tracy Beavers, CEO of Tracy Beavers Coaching, to share her insights on how Facebook, when harnessed intentionally, remains a goldmine for generating leads and building lasting business visibility. Tracy’s journey from being underestimated in corporate America to running a thriving global coaching business is packed with actionable tips on sales,...
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218. Attention Alchemy: How to Build a Business That Books Itslef
Life After Corporate
Are you pouring your heart into content but still hearing crickets when it comes to clients? Discover the Attention Alchemy™, the secret formula of how to turn visibility into revenue. Listen to your host, Deb Boulanger, as she reveals how message clarity, thought leadership, and authentic business alignment attract your ideal clients without the grind. In this episode, you’ll learn the four pllars of Attention Alchemy™ to build a business that books itself. And why strategic consistency matters more than posting everywhere, and how true growth in your business comes from resonance, not...
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217. Webinar Sales Secrets Every Entrepreneur Should Know
Life After Corporate
What if your biggest revenue leak wasn’t your product, but your pitch? If you've ever delivered an amazing webinar, workshop, or training only to hear crickets when it’s time to make your offer—this episode is your turning point. Host Deb Boulanger is joined by Simone Vincenzi to dissect the hidden fears and common missteps entrepreneurs make when presenting offers, and how to transform awkward pitches into authentic invitations that convert. Together, they unravel the psychology, strategy, and subtle art of aligning your sales style with your natural communication strengths. If...
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216. Why Self-Awareness and Intuition Matter More Than Strategy
Life After Corporate
Are you relying solely on logic to navigate your entrepreneurial journey, ignoring the powerful inner voice that could accelerate your success? In this episode of Life After Corporate, host Deb Boulanger sits down with Shoshanna French, renowned for her work in intuitive leadership and founder of Simple Spirit, to explore how tuning into your intuition can transform your business decisions and outcomes. Discover why learning to trust your intuition isn’t just a “soft skill,” but a game-changer for overcoming self-doubt and building true business intuition. Learn to recognize your...
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215. Personal Growth and Alignment Strategies for Coaches with Danita Young
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Are you unconsciously sabotaging your entrepreneurial journey with limiting beliefs from your corporate past? This episode of Life After Corporate dives deep into the turbulent inner journey from regular paychecks to the unpredictable realm of entrepreneurship. Host Deb Boulanger welcomes transformational coach Danita Young, who shares her raw, inspiring story of hitting rock bottom, rebuilding from failure, and ultimately discovering true alignment. Discover why mastering the inner game—overcoming anxiety, perfectionism, and self-doubt—is not just a mindset shift but the foundation for...
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214. Building Powerful Communities with Friendship First, Business Second with Inbal Claudio
Life After Corporate
Are you overlooking the true power of community in growing your business? In this episode of Life After Corporate, host Debra Boulanger sits down with three-time founder and master community builder, Imbal Claudio to unravel what it really takes to create thriving, connected spaces for women entrepreneurs. Imbal reveals her “friendship first, business second” philosophy, shares how she bootstrapped her own tech-based women’s network to 3,500+ members worldwide, and dispels the myths around easy community-building. From the emotional rollercoaster of funding a dream to the specific...
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213 Scaling Business Growth through Community Building with Entrepreneista’s Stephanie Cartin
Life After Corporate
Are you leveraging the true power of the entrepreneurial community, or are you missing out on the connections, collaborations, and resources that could completely transform your business? Host Deb Boulanger sits down with visionary entrepreneur Stephanie Cartin—cofounder of Socialfly and creator of the Entreprenista League—to unpack the real work behind scaling, selling, and supporting women-led businesses. From stories of girlhood hustles to the sophisticated systems behind a 2,500+ member-strong network, this conversation goes deep into the realities of entrepreneurship, including...
info_outline"Discover how coaches and consultants can thrive in 2025 by reinventing their business strategies. Learn about innovative networking, scaling techniques, and business model shifts to stay ahead in a changing entrepreneurial landscape."
Are you ready to embrace change as an entrepreneur but unsure of where to start?
In this very different episode of the Life After Corporate, Podcast hosts Deb Boulanger and Karen Yankovich interview each other and will release the episode on their own podcast in the same week. Here they chat about navigating the evolving entrepreneurial landscape. They’ll highlight the necessity of innovation and consistent reassessment of business strategies to stay relevant and succeed in 2025. Covering an array of topics from lucrative exit strategies to interactive lead generation, Deb and Karen dissect the strategic pivots needed to cater to modern market shifts. Listeners gain valuable insights into how to maximize LinkedIn’s potential, find and deliver real value, and build an involved community.
Transforming challenges into opportunities, Deb and Karen craft an episode promising to energize listeners with a fresh and practical perspective on ushering growth and sustainability in business.
[00:00 - 06:01] Rethinking Business Models for 2025
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Deb introduces a membership model to enhance scalability and community engagement.
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Karen details adjustments to her She's Linked Up program for greater inclusivity and flexibility.
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Discover the importance of maximizing face-to-face interactions for building meaningful connections.
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Understand the shift from traditional marketing strategies to a more personal approach.
[06:02 - 13:15] Revamping Engagement Strategies on LinkedIn
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Learn how to maximize LinkedIn's power to foster genuine, impactful conversations.
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Discover the benefits of aligning with trusted referral networks over cold connections.
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Listen to insights on creating valuable lead magnets in order to grow your email list.
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Learn how "Entrepreneurs Unfiltered" creates spaces for dynamic, unfiltered discussion.
[13:16 - 24:20] Building Future-Driven, Sustainable Pathways
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Examine Deb's forward-thinking approach for a profitable business exit in five years.
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Discover how acknowledging the current market landscape cultivates a path for innovation.
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Get to know the transformative potential of licensing for long-term business sustainability.
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Find out how strategic rearrangements in business can accommodate economic shifts.
[24:21 - 31:29] Prioritizing Personal Development and Market Needs
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Embrace the mindset of saying "no" to unproductive activities for increased focus.
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Grasp the balance between giving and graciously receiving value within professional networks.
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Internalize the importance of direct communication to leverage potential speaking opportunities.
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Learn how offering value-led content can reinvigorate existing community relationships.
Connect with Karen Yankovich
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Website:https://karenyankovich.com/
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Karen’s podcast: https://karenyankovich.com/podcast/
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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/karenyankovich
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Tweetable Quotes:
"You can have tens of thousands of connections on LinkedIn, but if they're not on your email list, you really don't own them." - Karen Yankovich
"But here's the other thing I think, I'm looking forward to this lead magnet a month that I've challenged myself with. I think it will also reengage my existing email list because I'm hoping they're going to be interested in these things." Karen Yankovich on The Power of Email Engagement"
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