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Promote Yourself to CEO | Small Business Strategy for Women Entrepreneurs

Racheal Cook MBA: Small Business Owner, Entrepreneur, Business Growth Strategist

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If you're fed up with the non-stop solopreneur grind… I'm so glad you've found The Promote Yourself to CEO Show! Each week, join host Racheal Cook MBA for candid conversations about stepping into your role as CEO of your business, the hard lessons learned along the way, and practical, profitable strategies to grow a sustainable business without the hustle and burnout. Listen in to the latest show and connect with Racheal at http://www.theceocollective.com or on Instagram @racheal.cook to con ...
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CEO Amplify | Small Business Operations, Time Management, Business Systems, Business Strategy

Donna Dube | Certified Director of Operations, Business Growth Strategist for Coaches, Consultants and Service Providers

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Are you a small business owner overwhelmed by the endless to-do lists? Are you stuck in a cycle of doing busywork without actually hitting your business goals? Do you dream of building a business that thrives without requiring every ounce of your time and energy? Have you ever felt like burnout is the only way to reach your goals? What if your reality could look different? You can run a successful, sustainable business that grows consistently while giving you time to focus on what truly matt ...
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Running an online business often comes with the pressure to be hyper-organized, meticulously planned, and a master of systems. But what if that’s just not you? What if you feel like chaos is your default and color-coded calendars make your head spin? If you’ve ever thought, “I’m just not organized enough to succeed,” this episode is for you. Let’s …
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Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of today’s world? In this episode, I dive into why values-driven leadership matters more than ever. Learn how to navigate uncertainty, stand firm in your beliefs, and protect your peace while growing your business. Discover why silence isn’t neutral, how brands are paying the price for ignoring values…
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As a small business owner, you’ve probably heard it a thousand times: "Hit that revenue target, and you'll have made it." But is that really the endgame? Is hitting a certain revenue number the key to success and fulfillment in your business? In today’s world of hustle culture, it’s easy to get caught up in the chase for bigger numbers. However, ju…
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Send us a text Over the past year, I’ve navigated personal and business challenges that tested everything I teach. In this episode of Promote Yourself to CEO, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I kept my business thriving while managing family caregiving, my health, and major shifts in my strategy. I’ll share the smart decisions that led to more r…
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You’ve set bold goals and reimagined the life you want to live—but how do you ensure those dreams don’t fade by March? The final step in the Dream Big, Plan Smart series is creating a 12-month action plan to bridge the gap between intention and achievement. This plan will act as your roadmap, guiding you through the year with clarity and confidence…
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Setting goals can feel overwhelming—especially when it seems like every area of your business could use attention. What if you could stop feeling overwhelmed by your business goals and finally gain momentum by focusing on just a few strategic priorities? In this episode, I’ll guide you through narrowing your priorities, identifying what your busine…
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Welcome back, small business owners! Are you building a business that supports your dream life—or one that drains it? In today’s episode, we’re diving into how to align your business with your life goals. First, we'll define what success means in your life outside of your business, and then you'll learn practical steps to evaluate your business and…
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Welcome to the second episode in the Dream Big, Plan Smart series! Today, we’re diving into something I think is both exciting and deeply important—designing your year. But this isn’t just about setting business goals or hitting revenue targets. It’s about stepping back to dream bigger and creating a life you love, supported by a business that work…
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Send us a text As soon as you get up, the dog is already begging to be let outside. The kids don’t want to get ready for school, so you have to practically drag them out of bed. Your partner is wondering where the hell this or that is while you’re trying to get ready yourself for the day. And you’re still just barely awake in all this and haven’t h…
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Send us a text As a CEO, you’ve got many potential distractions in your business. Answering emails or other ongoing administrative work can keep your attention off the tasks that’ll actually move your company forward. Then by the end of the week, you’ve made little (if any) progress on the tasks that do drive business growth and success. In this ep…
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As we kick off the new year, many of us feel the pull of possibility and motivation to set ambitious goals. January often brings a sense of renewal, making it the perfect time to reflect, dream big, and plan smart. I'm starting the year with the Dream Big, Plan Smart series—a step-by-step process to help you create a year you can look back on with …
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Send us a text I go on CEO dates with myself. Once every month (as well as on a weekly basis), I take some time to check in on my business and ensure I’m continuing the progress toward the goals I’ve set. This is how I create business plans that I follow through on and adapt as circumstances arise. And in this episode, I discuss how you too can bui…
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Send us a text Every new year feels like a new chance to go after the big, audacious goals of your dreams. But as recent years have shown, you need to have adaptable plans for your business so that it can have the flexibility it needs while still getting the results you want. That’s why I love running my quarter through 90-day plans. Today, I talk …
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Welcome back, business leaders! As we enter 2025 (yes, I'm counting today even though it's December 31st), today is a chance to remember everything that you've accomplished in the last year. Maybe you reached your goals for the year or made significant leaps in revenue, but even if you didn't have a major accomplishment, acknowledge that just keepi…
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Systems and processes are vital to your business excellence, but they won't get you very far without one thing that only you can provide: leadership. In this episode, I'll tell you about three team communication challenges that visionary leaders face and how you can overcome them by establishing shared purpose. This way, you can avoid simply jumpin…
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Send us a text From hiding behind NDAs to leading a thriving book writing business, Amanda Edgar's journey proves that embracing visibility can transform your entrepreneurial path. In this candid conversation, the ex-professor shares how she escaped the constraints of third-party platforms, built a strong team, and developed a unique framework for …
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Are you working harder than ever but still feel stuck in your business? It’s a frustrating place to be—pouring in endless hours and energy but not seeing the results you deserve. Here’s the thing: the formula you’re using to run your business might be broken, and it’s costing you more than just profit. Relying solely on your own time and effort may…
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Send us a text Discover how former stage actor Elise Arsenault built a 6-figure business teaching audiobook narration to 900+ performers. Learn her proven framework for transitioning from struggling artist to successful creative entrepreneur, including practical strategies for home studio setup, landing high-paying narration work, and building a su…
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Failure. It’s one of those words that makes many of us cringe, especially when it comes to our businesses. But what if failure wasn't something to avoid, but a powerful tool for growth? Instead of letting setbacks hold us back, we can reframe them as valuable opportunities to learn and propel ourselves forward. We'll start by looking at the science…
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Send us a text What’s the antidote to inconsistent cash flow and clients in your business? Having a solid plan certainly helps, but too many entrepreneurs are just winging it in hopes of finding success. In this episode, I deliver a little tough love and talk about how to figure out the kind of plan you need in place for your business to grow. 1:25…
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Are you juggling so many tasks that you’re one email away from burnout? Many business owners think handling everything themselves shows strength, but it’s often the fastest road to exhaustion. If you’re ready to step off the hamster wheel and let your business work for you, not the other way around, this guide breaks down the four key steps to buil…
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In the world of entrepreneurship, feeling stuck can sometimes feel like part of the journey. Perhaps you've said, "I'm not hitting my income goals" or "My business isn't where I want it to be." But what if a simple shift in language could change everything? Enter the power of yet. Adding yet to your statements—“I’m not there yet”—transforms them fr…
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Send us a text When financial advisor Cris Caruso left her secure corporate position to launch Savoire Financial, she knew exactly who she wanted to serve: women, Gen X, and LGBTQ+ clients who've been historically overlooked by traditional financial services. In this conversation, she shares how she successfully transitioned her practice, brought h…
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In a world that glorifies hustle and constant growth, it’s easy to get lost chasing new clients, creating endless marketing campaigns, or obsessing over vanity metrics. But did you know that there’s hidden money in your business that doesn’t require a massive audience, paid ads, or more hours of work? In this final installment of our series on redu…
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Send us a text Ready to stop feeling guilty about your workday? In this practical episode, Rachel Cook dismantles the outdated 8-hour workday model and presents a smarter way to run your business. Based on research showing knowledge workers peak at just 3-4 productive hours daily, she reveals how to leverage these focused periods for maximum impact…
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Are you a small business owner who feels bogged down by endless to-dos, yet not achieving the growth you desire? This struggle is more common than you think. Many business owners are trapped in the hustle cycle, working harder, not smarter. But imagine a world where you could focus on the tasks that truly drive your business forward—without sacrifi…
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How much would your business change if you landed just 5 or 10 new clients? Often, we focus on vanity metrics, like our number of social media followers, thinking that more visibility automatically leads to success. While it’s important to grow your audience, the real game-changer for your business is having a consistent, predictable strategy to co…
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Running a business that feels more like a grind than the freedom-filled venture you once envisioned? You’re not alone. Many online business owners find themselves stuck in a cycle of burnout, constant busywork, and underwhelming income. One of the most significant yet often overlooked culprits? Your pricing strategy. For small business owners, espe…
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Send us a text Were you able to consistently show up and market your business this year... or was marketing and sales an afterthought? Were you actually able to take time off this year... or did your schedule get so out of control that you are on the verge of burnout? In the final part of the Plan Your Best Year Ever Challenge, we are going month b…
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Send us a text You tell yourself This is my YEAR! I'm gonna do the dang thing! You write down your big business goal. You put in up where you can see it constantly. You're committed to making it happen! But then life gets in the way and that goal you set is a long gone memory. When we only set goals once a year, we miss out on the process of going …
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Send us a text Does it feel like your business is constantly in emergency mode and you're spending your days putting out fires? You might be running your business by DEFAULT instead of by DESIGN! In this episode, we are talking about how you can proactively design your business to truly work FOR YOU in 2025. Get access to the full Plan Your Best Ye…
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Send us a text For so many small business owners, the non-stop hustle culture has seriously caused an epidemic of burnout. The last few years have only made this worse! The good news? You don't have to work 60-80 hours weeks to have a successful business. In fact, many of our clients are working less than 30 hours a week with more than enough time …
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Send us a text With the holidays just around the corner, now is the time to look ahead and plan your business for 2025! So many entrepreneurs set goals only to reach the end of the year and realize that they didn't follow-through. If that's you - no worries! We have you covered with the Plan Your Best Year Ever Challenge. In this episode, we are ki…
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Welcome back, business leaders! Today, I'm starting a new series on escaping burnout and hustle, a topic I've been hearing a lot about online. When you're caught in a cycle that drains you of time, energy or money to keep your business functioning, it can seem impossible to cut down your workload without sacrificing profit. Remember that this cycle…
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Send us a text This episode was a little hard to record - I ended up starting and stopping about a dozen times. Here at The CEO Collective and on the podcast Promote Yourself to CEO, I've spent a LOT of time talking about building a Life FIRST Business. One that allows you to prioritize enjoying your life - right now - as you grow your business. On…
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What's your framework for understanding how you are spending your time as a business leader? In this episode, I'll introduce you to my 4E framework, which breaks tasks down based on how much mental effort they take on your part, and whether they are "just getting things done" or making decisions for the future of your business. Many entrepreneurs, …
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Send us a text Avoid Common Planning Mistakes for Small Business Success in 2025 With my big-picture plan in order for Q4, in this episode I want to prepare you for planning for 2025! As we begin that task, I want to offer you advice on course-correcting by detailing 10 major mistakes to avoid when setting business goals. The holiday season will be…
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Today, it's time to flip the script on our frustrations in business and focus on the freedom that we set out to achieve! Use your struggles as a piece of data to measure how well you are doing and how you can redirect your course. What do I mean by this? If your schedule is full now, remember that your business shouldn't be running you; you are run…
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Send us a text Hey there CEOs, Q4 is here and with the holidays fast approaching, I want to talk to entrepreneurs about effectively managing the final 90 days of 2024. I share my insights on managing business during an election cycle, taking time off for family during holidays, and planting seeds that will fruit in Q1 2025! Join me soon for my 'Pla…
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Do you know which tasks are the most important for your business growth? Think of your business like a garden full of plants that need watering. Which ones need the most attention to create the garden you want? The best way to determine what your priorities are for your business is to compare the tasks on your plate to your business goals. In this …
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Welcome back, CEOs! Many of us have fallen into the trap of believing that we have to push ourselves to work more hours in order to achieve our goals. However, if we examine how we use our time, we might discover that a lot of the tasks we think are important are actually not the best use of our skills, or worse, they're not even contributing much …
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Send us a text You make yourself available to your clients constantly. They can email or text or call you 24/7, and you make it a priority to respond to them as soon as possible. And you might even be making great money in the process! From the client's perspective, this sounds great. But while the constant availability works for them, it means you…
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Send us a text In this episode of Promote Yourself to CEO, I invited Gabi Day, CEO and founder of Brightbody, to discuss her entrepreneurial journey. Gabi shares insights on running a non-toxic, refillable personal care line and her new venture, Hype Ma'am, which supports women in product-based businesses. Gabi reflects on her transition from healt…
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It's so easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks that consume our time consistently, but when we look back, we might find we've been spinning our wheels instead of approaching our businesses like leaders. Today, I'm going to flip the script on how you manage your time. Instead of dealing with urgent tasks as they come, determine the one thing …
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Send us a text One of the hardest lessons to learn as an entrepreneur? You can be your own worst enemy. You know that more visibility is essential to growth, but you overcomplicate it to the point where you do nothing. You have an incredible idea for a new product, program, or service, but your perfectionism keeps you from ever launching it. You kn…
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Welcome back, business leaders! Today I want to talk about why the advice we're commonly given, "Just keep pushing," is not a guarantee of success. Too many of us are spending way too much time on work, enough time to burn us out. Is this in line with the freedom you were hoping for when you started your business? Let's reframe the way we look at t…
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Send us a text Supporting your family as a business owner is an incredible experience. Deciding to be your own boss, delivering value to paying clients, and bringing profit home to support your family's needs and wants is just part of the reward. For me, supporting my family goes so much deeper than paying the bills. It's why I've been so intention…
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Send us a text In the first episode of this brand new series on Building a Life First Business! I wanted to kick things off with my own personal story that has deeply impacted the lens that I see the world through - and is a huge part of why I do the work I do. My mother was 31yo business owner when a car accident left her in a coma for 3 months an…
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Welcome back, ambitious business owners! Today, I'm sharing a simple yet powerful strategy that has helped me front-load my week with revenue-generating activities. I'll be diving into the Growth Hour, a powerful tool to transform your productivity. By prioritizing tasks and allocating a time for important but non-urgent tasks, you'll ensure that h…
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Send us a text Want clients for life? Give your client an experience that goes beyond their expectations. Think about booking lodgings for a vacation. It’s one thing to book a room for your stay with all the expected accommodations. But you remember the place that goes beyond: the chocolate on the pillow to greet you as a new guest, warm and freshl…
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