196: Friendship, Failures & Favorite Wins: A Business Bestie Tell-All with Angie McPherson
Release Date: 07/16/2025
204: Behind the Scenes: Campaign Debrief -What I Learned from Promoting My 200th Podcast Episode
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Welcome back to The Messy Success Podcast! In this episode, Elizabeth takes you behind the scenes of her 200th episode promotion and shares a candid debrief on what worked, what didn’t, and what every entrepreneur can learn from it. She compares the early days of podcasting to today’s digital landscape—where engagement looks different, momentum is harder to measure, and unsubscribes are part of the process. You’ll hear why “excuses to promote” (ETPs) matter, why engagement does not equal sales, and how in-person connections are proving to be one of the most powerful...
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203: Messaging vs. Copy: What Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know with Marisa Corcoran
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Welcome back to The Messy Success Podcast! In this episode, Elizabeth chats with Marisa Corcoran—Harvard grad, copywriting expert, and creator of The Copy Chat and The Copy Confidence Society. Marisa has helped coaches and creatives craft their uncopyable message, write landing pages that convert at 60% or higher, and infuse their copy with personality that actually connects. She’s also raised over $130K through her summit for organizations like Soul Fire Farm, The Headstrong Project, and Sage USA. You’ll hear how Marisa went from auditioning for Winnie the Pooh to building...
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202: When Family and Friends Don’t Support Your Business
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Welcome back to The Messy Success Podcast! In this episode, Elizabeth tackles a tough but common question: what do you do when your family or friends don’t support your business? She shares her own perspective on navigating assumptions, handling negative feedback, and how to reframe unsupportive voices without letting them derail your dreams. From filtering criticism to stepping into your “10 out of 10” future CEO energy, Elizabeth offers practical coaching strategies and mindset shifts to help you keep moving forward—no matter who’s in your corner.
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201: Behind the Mic: Your Questions Answered in Episode 201
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In this milestone episode, Elizabeth takes a break from strategy to answer your questions. She opens up about how Messy Success began, the changes she’s made since episode one, and a few surprising personal details you’ve probably never heard. From forgetting to hit record with a guest to her days as a national championship field hockey player, this is a fun, unfiltered look at the woman behind the mic. You’ll also hear her take on leadership, identity shifts, and the advice she wishes every entrepreneur knew.
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200: Celebrating 200 Episodes: Building Bigger Impact with Less Effort
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Welcome back to The Messy Success Podcast! We’ve officially made it to episode 200, and this celebration is as heart-led as they come. In this solo episode, Elizabeth shares the inspiration behind the free Celebration Guide (packed with goodies!), reflects on how the podcast has evolved over seven years, and gives a peek into what’s ahead. You’ll hear about co-creating with the community, creating more with less, and why slowing down is the key to scaling up. If you’ve ever felt like your presence doesn’t matter—this episode is a reminder that it does.
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199: What 7 Years of Podcasting Has Really Taught Me
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This episode is for the creators, leaders, and business owners who want to build something that lasts. As we approach 200 episodes, Elizabeth shares what 7 years of podcasting has taught her—about commitment, community, creativity, and how to keep going when results feel slow. Whether you’re a podcaster or just someone trying to show up consistently, you’ll walk away with practical insights and a renewed sense of what’s possible when you follow your mission.
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198: Finding Dharma and Embracing Messy Action with Summer Paradiso
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Welcome back to The Messy Success Podcast! In this episode, Elizabeth chats with special guest Summer Paradiso - a psychic medium, yoga teacher, artist, and creative entrepreneur. Summer shares the behind-the-scenes story of going from painter to building her soul-aligned business, Soul Inspirit, which empowers women to trust their intuition through movement, meditation, and creative expression. You’ll hear how Summer discovered her unique blend of passions (including mediumship!) and how she turned messy action into real success. If you’re feeling called to combine your gifts or want a...
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197: 5 Must-Do Marketing Strategies for Brick & Mortar Businesses
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If you run a physical space like a studio or shop, this one’s for you. Elizabeth shares five marketing must-do’s for brick and mortar businesses—what’s working now, what’s being overlooked, and how to build visibility locally. Don’t worry if you don’t have a storefront—these tips work for online businesses too. You’ll leave with practical ways to boost engagement, improve communication, and create a community-driven marketing approach.
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196: Friendship, Failures & Favorite Wins: A Business Bestie Tell-All with Angie McPherson
The Messy Success Podcast
This week, I handed the mic over to my business bestie, Angie McPherson, for a “reverse interview” that’s 13 years in the making. Angie and I started our journeys as photographers—and now we’re coaches, speakers, and community builders who still talk business almost daily. In this off-the-cuff conversation, we ask each other five questions we didn’t prep for (yikes!) and reflect on everything from our biggest business lessons to what we’d tell our former selves. You’ll hear about investments that changed everything, the most uncomfortable moments, and our dreams for the future....
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195: Becoming Her: How Daily Joy Transforms Your Business Identity
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This isn’t your typical strategy episode—instead, Elizabeth is pulling back the curtain on how she’s becoming the next-level version of herself through tiny, intentional lifestyle upgrades. Whether it’s a morning routine, an empowering outfit, or reading fantasy books, these choices are helping her redefine success without the hustle. If you’ve ever felt like your life has to be “on pause” until your business grows, this episode flips the script—and gives you permission to choose joy now.
info_outlineThis week, I handed the mic over to my business bestie, Angie McPherson, for a “reverse interview” that’s 13 years in the making. Angie and I started our journeys as photographers—and now we’re coaches, speakers, and community builders who still talk business almost daily. In this off-the-cuff conversation, we ask each other five questions we didn’t prep for (yikes!) and reflect on everything from our biggest business lessons to what we’d tell our former selves. You’ll hear about investments that changed everything, the most uncomfortable moments, and our dreams for the future. If you’re navigating growth, pivoting, or just want to feel seen—this episode is for you.