E-FICIONADO

Delanie Fischer

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We live in a world obsessed with efficiency, but true efficiency is first asking yourself, do I even need to be doing this sh*t in the first place? Business Simplicity Coach, former wiener cartoonist, and social media free entrepreneur, Delanie Fischer, shares how you can increase your revenue, impact, creativity, and freedom (so you actually enjoy your business - and ya life) by using an unconventional, minimalist approach to entrepreneurship. Chock-full of hot tips, unique strategy, and uncensored business guidance. Grab The Side Piece, the sexy guide for each episode, at delaniefischer.com.

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33 episodes

Navigating Marriage And Entrepreneurship (Interview With Delanie's Husband)

HOW DOES ENTREPRENEURSHIP IMPACT YOUR RELATIONSHIPS? ON THIS EPISODE, DELANIE AND HER HUSBAND, CAM, DISCUSS EVERYTHING FROM HOW THEY MANAGE THEIR FINANCES - ONE BEING AN ENTREPRENEUR AND ONE WORKING IN CORPORATE, CARVE OUT TIME FOR DATES WHILE HAVING DIFFERENT SCHEDULES, AND SHARE ALL THE TIPS THAT HAVE HELPED THEM CREATE MORE PREDICTABILITY WHILE NAVIGATING THE UNCERTAINTY OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP. PLUS, THE FIRST KISS, FIRST DATE, AND THE FIRST I LOVE YOU MOMENTS ALL REVEALED! https://delaniefischer.com/ This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: + Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her husband Cam, answer questions like: Who is the breadwinner and how does that affect your relationship? What is the most challenging part of being married to an entrepreneur, and what’s the most rewarding part? What feelings came up during huge career pivots? Do you want kids, and how did you come to that decision? If you could go back, would you do anything differently in your career or relationship? + 1 simple tip for determining your baseline revenue + A fun system for date nights! + How differences can create a great balance in a relationship CRUSH YOUR OWN PR WITH The Process https://www.delaniefischer.com/theprocess BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 20 MIN. BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE HERE https://calendly.com/delanie-fischer/business-solution-20?month=2021-12 TO DETERMINE YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE (AND YOUR FREE TIME) TO GET THE SIDE PIECE + INSTANT ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE E-FICIONADO RESOURCE VAULT, OTHER BUSINESS SIMPLICITY GIFTS, AND INFO ABOUT E-FICIONADO: THE PROCESS AND E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM VISIT delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ Credits: Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Todd Rosenberg Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat You can request a transcript for this episode at delaniefischer.com

1h 0m
Feb 15, 2022
The Truth About Business Transitions

GOING THROUGH AN UNCOMFORTABLE (AND/OR AWESOME) TRANSITION PERSONALLY OR PROFESSIONALLY? THIS EPISODE COVERS PRACTICAL STEPS YOU CAN TAKE TO MANAGE THE ANXIETY THAT CAN COME WITH A TRANSITION, TIPS FOR MAKING TOUGH DECISIONS, AND HOW TO KNOW WHEN IT’S TIME TO TAKE THAT NEXT STEP AND MAKE A CHANGE. PLUS, DELANIE SHARES ABOUT HER CURRENT BUSINESS TRANSITIONS! https://delaniefischer.com/ This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: + Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris, discuss past personal and professional transitions (everything from changes in relationship status to career pivots), what feelings came up during those times, and what exercises and action steps helped them acclimate to their new normal. They also mention a big transition they’re going through together right now. + How to create opportunities to collect helpful data about a decision you’re considering + What every transition has in common + A fresh spin on the pros and cons list concept + A tool that combats imposter syndrome + Ways to balance easing into your new life while wrapping up your old life + 10 tips for clarifying your next step in the transition process CRUSH YOUR OWN PR WITH The Process https://www.delaniefischer.com/theprocess BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 20 MIN. BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE HERE https://calendly.com/delanie-fischer/business-solution-20?month=2021-12 TO DETERMINE YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE (AND YOUR FREE TIME) TO GET THE SIDE PIECE + INSTANT ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE E-FICIONADO RESOURCE VAULT, OTHER BUSINESS SIMPLICITY GIFTS, AND INFO ABOUT E-FICIONADO: THE PROCESS AND E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM VISIT delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ Credits: Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Todd Rosenberg Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat You can request a transcript for this episode at delaniefischer.com

39m
Feb 01, 2022
Behind-The-Scenes of My Minimalist Business (Inside My Strategy, Systems, and Schedule)

WHAT CAN A THRIVING MINIMALIST BUSINESS LOOK LIKE? IN THIS EPISODE, DELANIE OFFERS A DETAILED BREAKDOWN OF HER OWN OFFERS, MARKETING STRATEGY, AND SYSTEMS IN BOTH OF HER BUSINESSES, DISHES OUT HER FAVORITE PRODUCTIVITY AND SCHEDULING HACKS THAT HELP HER GET IMPORTANT SH*T DONE, AND SHARES THE FOUNDATION THAT INSPIRES EVERYTHING SHE DOES. PLUS, SHE REVEALS THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP THAT IS OFTEN NEGLECTED. https://delaniefischer.com/ This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: + Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, provides an overview of her offerings, marketing, and operations, how she schedules her week and systematizes vacations and time off, and the values, support, and self-care practices that fuel her businesses + 5 scheduling tips that reduce stress throughout the work week + How active vs. passive income can be structured across different businesses + The 2 most important things to communicate that will attract ideal clients and customers + How the heck Delanie successfully markets her business without social media + 10 hacks for getting important things done efficiently AND effectively CRUSH YOUR OWN PR WITH The Process https://www.delaniefischer.com/theprocess BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 20 MIN. BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE HERE https://calendly.com/delanie-fischer/business-solution-20?month=2021-12 TO DETERMINE YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE (AND YOUR FREE TIME) TO GET THE SIDE PIECE + INSTANT ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE E-FICIONADO RESOURCE VAULT, OTHER BUSINESS SIMPLICITY GIFTS, AND INFO ABOUT E-FICIONADO: THE PROCESS AND E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM VISIT delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ Credits: Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Todd Rosenberg Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat You can request a transcript for this episode at delaniefischer.com

41m
Jan 18, 2022
Minimalist Market Research (10 Simple + Fun Tips To Determine What People Actually Want)

HOW THE HECK DO YOU FIGURE OUT WHAT YOUR IDEAL CLIENTS AND CUSTOMERS WANT AND NEED WITHOUT MAKING 700 COLD CALLS? IN THIS EPISODE WE COVER HOW TO DO MARKET RESEARCH IN A FUN, SIMPLE, NOT GROSS WAY, OUR FAVORITE TACTICS TO GET POWERFUL INFORMATION, AND HOW TO IMPLEMENT IMPORTANT FEEDBACK SO YOUR OFFER AND DELIVERY IS ALIGNED WITH YOUR PEOPLE. PLUS, QUICK TIPS ON HOW TO ENSURE YOU’RE GETTING FEEDBACK FROM THE RIGHT PEOPLE FOR YOUR BUSINESS. https://delaniefischer.com/ This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: + Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris, share personal experiences around market research and the steps they take to implement feedback + 10 tips for how to do market research in a fun and simple way + Methods to understand your ideal client or customer in under 10 minutes + The market research mistake most people are making on social media BOOST YOUR PROFITS, CREDIBILITY, VISIBILITY (THAT ACTUALLY CONVERTS), AND EXPAND YOUR NETWORK WITH The Process https://www.delaniefischer.com/theprocess BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 20 MIN. BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE HERE https://calendly.com/delanie-fischer/business-solution-20?month=2021-12 TO DETERMINE YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE (AND YOUR FREE TIME) TO GET THE SIDE PIECE + INSTANT ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE E-FICIONADO RESOURCE VAULT, OTHER BUSINESS SIMPLICITY GIFTS, AND INFO ABOUT E-FICIONADO: THE PROCESS AND E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM VISIT delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ Credits: Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat You can request a transcript for this episode at delaniefischer.com

27m
Jan 04, 2022
How Coach For Perfectionists, Nicole Baker, Was Able To Leave Her Day Job In Less Than A Year

Do you think it’ll be impossible to replace your day job revenue with your dream job revenue? Coach For Perfectionists, Nicole Baker, shares how she went from working 3 day jobs to going full time in her business, what she stopped spending time on (and what she focused on instead) that made the biggest difference in reaching this goal, and the unique tools and strategies she’s using to hit major milestones in record time. Plus, Nicole offers an incredible tip for forming new habits and reveals the ONE thing she wishes she knew in the very beginning that would’ve helped her make this dream career her reality that much faster. This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: + The Side Piece, a sexy and simple guide for this episode that includes practical tools for simplifying, streamlining, and scaling your business can be found here: http://delaniefischer.com/delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ + A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her client, Nicole Baker, about the unconventional methods she's using in E-ficionado: The Program that has resulted in her leaving her day job, creating passive income, big media features, and a hell of a lot more + 3 tips for prioritizing goals (and reaching them quickly) + The key to managing investment anxiety + The mind-blowing step you can take to solidify a new habit (you only need 15 repetitions instead of 800 if you use this) BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 20 MIN. BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE here https://calendly.com/delanie-fischer/business-solution-20?month=2021-11 to determine your unique next steps for increasing your revenue (and your free time) TAKE YOUR POWER BACK WITH The Process https://www.delaniefischer.com/theprocess - the only marketing tool that will never become obsolete TO GET THE SIDE PIECE + instant access to the entire E-ficionado Resource Vault, other business simplicity gifts, and info about E-ficionado: The Process and E-ficionado: The Program, visit delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/. Credits: Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 48m
Dec 21, 2021
10 Fun Ways To Get More Clients

GETTING MORE CLIENTS IS ONE OF THE BIGGEST PAIN POINTS FOR ENTREPRENEURS. THIS EPISODE COVERS WHY YOU MIGHT BE HAVING TROUBLE FINDING AND RETAINING CLIENTS, FUN AND CREATIVE WAYS TO BRING IN THE CLIENTS FOR YOUR BUSINESS, AND TIPS FOR IMPLEMENTATION. IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT GETTING MORE PEOPLE INTO YOUR BUSINESS, IT’S ABOUT SERVING THE PEOPLE WHO ARE AN INCREDIBLE FIT FOR YOUR OFFER. READY TO GET YOUR DREAM CLIENTS? This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: + The Side Piece, a guide for this episode that includes practical applications designed to support you in simplifying, streamlining, and scaling your business can be found here: delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ + A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about their personal experiences with getting clients vs. getting the right clients, what methods are their personal favorites, and the inner work they did in order to attract the people they enjoy serving + 10 tips for finding and signing your dream clients (in a not gross or salesy way!) BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 20 MIN. BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE HERE https://calendly.com/delanie-fischer/business-solution-20?month=2021-12 TO DETERMINE YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE (AND YOUR FREE TIME) To get THE SIDE PIECE + INSTANT ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE E-FICIONADO RESOURCE VAULT, other GIFTS AND RESOURCES, and info about E-FICIONADO: THE PROCESS AND E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM, visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM http://delaniefischer.com/. Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

46m
Dec 07, 2021
How To Raise Your Rates (And Feel Great About It)

GETTING STUCK IN UNDERCHARGING FOR YOUR WORK RESULTS IN BURNOUT, RESENTMENT, AND A LOWER QUALITY EXPERIENCE FOR YOU, AND YOUR PEOPLE. THIS EPISODE COVERS WHY ENTREPRENEURS GET STUCK IN THE BARELY-MAKING-ENOUGH RUT, HOW TO DETERMINE IF THE VALUE OF WHAT YOU PROVIDE ALIGNS WITH YOUR IDEAL PRICING, AND WHAT TO ADJUST IF YOUR OFFER NEEDS SOME REFINING IN ORDER TO MEET YOUR REVENUE GOALS. TUNE IN IF YOU’RE READY TO SHED THE GUILT AROUND RAISING YOUR RATES. This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: + The Side Piece, a guide for this episode that includes practical applications designed to support you in simplifying, streamlining, and scaling your service-based business can be found here: delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ + A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about personal experiences with undercharging, how they got out of that cycle, and how to manage all the feelings around making more money + 3 Tips for raising your rates in a way that builds confidence and feels most comfortable to you! BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 20 MIN. BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE HERE https://calendly.com/delanie-fischer/business-solution-20?month=2021-11 TO DETERMINE YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE (AND YOUR FREE TIME) To get THE SIDE PIECE + INSTANT ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE E-FICIONADO RESOURCE VAULT, other GIFTS AND RESOURCES, and info about E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM, visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM http://delaniefischer.com/. Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 3m
Nov 23, 2021
Debunking Minimalism Myths

BEING A MINIMALIST IS ABOUT SO MUCH MORE THAN HOW MANY FORKS YOU OWN, WEARING THE SAME SHIRT EVERY DAY TO THE OFFICE, OR HOW MUCH RECYCLED PAPER YOU CAN USE IN YOUR HOLIDAY GIFT WRAPPING. THIS EPISODE DEBUNKS ALL OF THE MYTHS ABOUT MINIMALISM - EVERYTHING FROM “IT’S TOO RESTRICTIVE” TO “DESPISING GIFTS,” BREAKS DOWN HOW YOU CAN UTILIZE THIS PRACTICE TO MAXIMIZE YOUR ENJOYMENT AND INCREASE THE QUALITY OF YOUR LIFE AND BUSINESS, AND OFFERS PRACTICAL STEPS FOR DEFINING MINIMALISM ON YOUR TERMS. This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: + The Side Piece, a guide for this episode that includes practical applications designed to support you in simplifying, streamlining, and scaling your service-based business can be found here: delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ + A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about what minimalism means to them, how they apply it, and the results they’ve experienced in their life and business because of it + 7 myths about minimalists (and why they’re a crock) + Signs you might need to remove excess from your life (and the benefits of doing so) BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 20 MIN. BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE HERE https://calendly.com/delanie-fischer/business-solution-20?month=2021-11 TO DETERMINE YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE (AND YOUR FREE TIME) To get THE SIDE PIECE + INSTANT ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE E-FICIONADO RESOURCE VAULT, other GIFTS AND RESOURCES, and info about E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM, visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM http://delaniefischer.com/. Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

49m
Nov 09, 2021
10 Mistakes Service Providers Make (And How To Fix Them)

MISTAKES AND MISSTEPS ARE INEVITABLE AS AN ENTREPRENEUR, BUT THERE ARE WAYS TO AVOID THE BIG ONES THAT DERAIL YOUR PROGRESS AND FIX THE ONES THAT ARE KEEPING YOU STUCK. THIS EPISODE BREAKS DOWN THE COMMON MISTAKES AND MISSTEPS ENTREPRENEURS MAKE, WHY THEY MAKE THEM, AND HOW TO CORRECT COURSE FOR MORE PEACE AND PROFIT IN YOUR BUSINESS. THIS EPISODE IS NOT ABOUT PERFECTION OR NOT ALLOWING YOURSELF TO EXPERIMENT WITH NEW CONCEPTS, IT’S HERE TO ENCOURAGE YOU TO MAKE THE MOVES THAT YOU ALREADY KNOW YOU’RE READY TO MAKE. This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: + The Side Piece, a guide for this episode that includes practical applications designed to support you in simplifying, streamlining, and scaling your service-based business can be found here: delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ + A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about the mistakes and missteps they've made in their own business, how they fixed those mistakes, and what systems they have in place to prevent them going forward + 50 tips and takeaways for how to navigate common mistakes and missteps in your business BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 15 MIN. BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE HERE https://calendly.com/delanie-fischer/business-solution-15?month=2021-10 TO DETERMINE YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE (AND YOUR FREE TIME) To get THE SIDE PIECE + INSTANT ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE E-FICIONADO RESOURCE VAULT, other GIFTS AND RESOURCES, and info about E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM, visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM http://delaniefischer.com/. Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 10m
Oct 26, 2021
How CEO of Spindles Design Co. Courtney Larsen Simplified Her Business And Quadrupled Her Revenue

THINK THAT SIMPLIFYING YOUR BUSINESS WOULD BE RESTRICTIVE AND BORING? TUNE INTO THIS. CEO OF SPINDLES DESIGN CO., COURTNEY LARSEN, SHARES HOW SHE UTILIZED A MINIMALIST APPROACH TO HER BUSINESS TO GO FROM FRAZZLED AND ALL OVER THE PLACE WITH A’ LA CARTE OFFERS ACROSS DIFFERENT INDUSTRIES TO CREATING HIGH-END PACKAGES THAT LAND CELEBRITY CLIENTELE, ZERO HELP IN HER BIZ TO A TEAM OF INCREDIBLE ARTISTS, AND THE STEPS SHE TOOK TO STREAMLINE HER SYSTEMS FOR MORE PROFIT AND CREATIVE FREEDOM. PLUS, FIND OUT ONE OF COURTNEY’S FAVORITE TIPS FOR MAKING YOUR DREAM GOALS A REALITY AND THE MOMENT THAT CHANGED HER BUSINESS FOREVER. This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: + The Side Piece, a guide for this episode that includes practical applications designed to support you in simplifying, streamlining, and scaling your service-based business can be found here: delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ + A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, and Delanie’s client, Courtney Larsen, about the intentional shifts Courtney’s made to simplify her business the past 2 years during her time in E-ficionado: The Program + 14 tips and takeaways for creating more freedom, time, and money within your business BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 15 MIN. BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE HERE http://www.delaniefischer.com/ TO SOLIDIFY YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE (AND YOUR FREE TIME) To get THE SIDE PIECE + INSTANT ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE E-FICIONADO RESOURCE VAULT, other GIFTS AND RESOURCES, and info about E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM, visit delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/. Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 23m
Oct 12, 2021
A Minimalist Approach To Scaling A Service-Based Business

THE MESSAGES ENTREPRENEURS ARE INUNDATED WITH ARE: BE EVERYWHERE, ALL THE TIME, AND ALL AT ONCE. F*CK THAT NOISE. IF YOU’RE IN THE PROCESS OF GROWING YOUR BUSINESS BUT YOU’RE FEELING INDECISIVE AND PULLED BETWEEN TOO MANY OFFERS OR DIFFERENT TYPES OF CLIENTS, YOUR MARKETING STRATEGY DOESN’T SEEM TO BE EFFECTIVE OR IT’S NON-EXISTENT, AND YOU’RE EXPERIENCING PERPETUAL BURNOUT OR FEEL STUCK IN THE DAY-TO-DAY ADMIN STUFF, THIS EPISODE WAS MADE FOR YOU. WE DIVE INTO HOW TO SIMPLIFY YOUR OFFER, MARKETING, AND SYSTEMS SO YOU CAN ENJOY INCREASED TIME AND ENERGY - ALONG WITH INCREASED REVENUE. SCALING CAN BE A RELAXED PROCESS. REJECT THE HUSTLE AND TAKE A BEAT TO TUNE IN. This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: + The Side Piece, a guide for this episode that includes practical applications designed to support you in simplifying, streamlining, and scaling your service-based business can be found here: delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ + A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about the cons of overcomplicating your business (they’ve been there, done that), how to narrow sh*t down so your biz can run like a well-oiled machine, and tips for implementing your next steps as you scale with ease + The only 3 elements you need in order to scale your business efficiently BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 15 MIN. BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE HERE http://www.delaniefischer.com/ TO SOLIDIFY YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE (AND YOUR FREE TIME)  To get THE SIDE PIECE + INSTANT ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE E-FICIONADO RESOURCE VAULT, other GIFTS AND RESOURCES, and info about E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM, visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM http://delaniefischer.com/. Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

49m
Sep 28, 2021
10 Podcasting Tips For Introverts

ARE YOU AN INTROVERTED SERVICE PROVIDER OR BUSINESS LEADER WHO IS TRYING TO FIND THE BALANCE BETWEEN HAVING A SUCCESSFUL PLATFORM WHILE ALSO MAINTAINING YOUR PRIVACY, PEACE, AND SANITY? IF THE MERE THOUGHT OF LIVE-STREAMING LITERALLY ANYTHING FREAKS YOU THE F*CK OUT, SOCIAL MEDIA NUMBERS GET YOU IN YOUR HEAD, AND YOU HAVE MIXED FEELINGS ABOUT BEING VISIBLE TO THE MASSES (“IS IT EVEN POSSIBLE TO SCRUB THE INTERNET IF I CHANGE MY MIND?!”), TUNE IN RIGHT NOW BABYY. THIS EPISODE DIVES INTO THE PROS AND CONS OF PUTTING YOURSELF OUT THERE, HOW TO MARKET YOUR BUSINESS IN A WAY THAT MAKES YOU MOST COMFORTABLE, AND PRACTICAL ACTION STEPS FOR SYSTEMATIZING YOUR PLATFORM SO YOU CAN THRIVE AS AN INTROVERT. This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: + The Side Piece, a guide for this episode that includes practical applications designed to support you in simplifying, streamlining, and scaling your service-based business can be found here: delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ + A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about why podcasting has been a great marketing strategy as introverts, a variety of practical action steps you can take in order to increase your comfort and decrease your anxiety while being visible for your business, and tips for implementing your unique marketing strategy as an introverted entrepreneur + 10 tips and takeaways for prioritizing your well being while running a successful platform TO BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 15 MIN. BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE TO CLARIFY YOUR GOALS, AUDIT YOUR CURRENT OFFERS AND SYSTEMS, AND CRAFT YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE (AND YOUR FREE TIME!), APPLY HERE http://www.delaniefischer.com/. To get THE SIDE PIECE + INSTANT ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE E-FICIONADO RESOURCE VAULT, other GIFTS AND RESOURCES, and info about E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM - Delanie's 1-1 Business Simplicity Coaching for service providers, visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM http://delaniefischer.com/. Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

51m
Sep 14, 2021
How To Set Boundaries When You’re Self-Employed

SETTING PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL BOUNDARIES CAN FEEL LIKE SH*T, BUT THEY ARE VITAL FOR YOUR BUSINESS. WHEN OUR BOUNDARIES IMPROVE, OUR BUSINESS IMPROVES - THEY LEAD TO MORE TIME, ENERGY, MONEY, AND FREEDOM. THIS EPISODE COVERS HOW TO KNOW WHEN YOU NEED A BOUNDARY, PERSONAL EXPERIENCES WITH ESTABLISHING BOUNDARIES WITH PEOPLE, TIME, AND MONEY, AND PRACTICAL TIPS FOR IMPLEMENTING YOUR OWN UNIQUE BOUNDARIES FOR THE SAKE OF YOUR BUSINESS AND YOUR HEALTH. This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: - THE SIDE PIECE, a guide that includes practical applications designed to support you in simplifying, streamlining, and scaling your service-based business can be found here: delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/ - A DISCUSSION BETWEEN BUSINESS SIMPLICITY COACH, DELANIE FISCHER, AND HER OPERATIONS MANAGER, KRIS HILLBERG, about what their business looked like when they didn’t have clear boundaries vs. what it looks like now, how to manage the resentment, burnout, and anxiety that can arise when boundaries are lacking, and they share practical tips for setting boundaries when it comes to your schedule, workload, and operations so you can focus on what you love most and get your community awesome results. - 16 TIPS AND TAKEAWAYS for boundary-setting in both your personal and professional life IF YOU'RE A SERVICE PROVIDER WHO WOULD LIKE TO CLARIFY YOUR GOALS, AUDIT YOUR CURRENT OFFERS AND SYSTEMS, AND CRAFT YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE AND YOUR FREE TIME, APPLY FOR A COMPLIMENTARY 15 MINUTE BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE HERE http://www.delaniefischer.com/ To get THE SIDE PIECE (AND INSTANT ACCESS TO THE ENTIRE RESOURCE VAULT) for each episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast, more GIFTS AND RESOURCES, and info about E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM - Delanie's 1-1 Business Simplicity Coaching for service providers, visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM http://delaniefischer.com/. Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 18m
Aug 31, 2021
10 Ways To Diversify Your Income As A Service Provider

IF YOUR REVENUE IS INCONSISTENT, YOU’RE RELYING ON ONLY ONE OFFER TO PAY YOUR BILLS, OR YOUR BUSINESS ISN’T SET UP FOR YOU TO BE ABLE TO TAKE VACATIONS, MATERNITY LEAVES, OR BREAKS WHENEVER THE HELL YOU WANT (WHILE STILL MAKIN’ MONEY), TUNE IN TO THIS EPISODE. THIS EPISODE COVERS INNOVATIVE, INTENTIONAL, AND EVEN UNCONVENTIONAL, WAYS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR INCOME AND ENJOY MULTIPLE STREAMS OF REVENUE SO YOU CAN CREATE A SENSE OF PEACE AND SECURITY, BUT ALSO PREDICTABILITY AND BALANCE IN YOUR BUSINESS. AFTER THIS EPISODE YOU WILL HAVE A SH*T TON OF IDEAS TO PULL FROM SO YOU CAN DETERMINE THE BEST NEXT INCOME STREAM FOR YOU - SOMETHING THAT FEELS FUN, SIMPLE, AND MAKES SENSE FOR YOUR GOALS. This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: - THE SIDE PIECE, A GUIDE THAT INCLUDES PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS DESIGNED TO SUPPORT YOU IN SIMPLIFYING, STREAMLINING, AND SCALING YOUR SERVICE-BASED BUSINESS CAN BE FOUND HERE: DELANIEFISCHER.COM http://delaniefischer.com/ - A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about the various ways they’ve created different streams of revenue in their businesses ranging from 1-1 services, group programs, digital and physical products, and membership communities to live events, speaking engagements, brand partnerships, and merch. They also cover ways they’ve diversified their income in their personal lives, share the difference between intentionally diversifying your income vs. diversifying out of necessity or falling prey to hustle culture, and offer tips for choosing which offers are a fit for your unique business. And as always, they dish out personal stories about the steps they’ve taken to figure out what works for them - including flying through the air for money and painting wieners on coffee mugs. - 10 ways to diversify your income as a service provider to jumpstart your brainstorming IF YOU'RE A SERVICE PROVIDER WHO WANTS TO BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 15 MINUTE BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE TO CLARIFY YOUR GOALS, AUDIT YOUR CURRENT OFFERS AND SYSTEMS, AND CRAFT YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE AND YOUR FREE TIME, YOU CAN APPLY HERE http://www.delaniefischer.com/ To get THE SIDE PIECE that corresponds with each episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast, other GIFTS AND RESOURCES, and for info about E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM - Delanie's 1-1 Business Simplicity Coaching, visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM http://delaniefischer.com/. Want more info related to this episode topic?  Episode #14 "Curing Decision Fatigue As An Entrepreneur, Business Owner, Or CEO" can be found here https://anchor.fm/delanie-fischer/episodes/Curing-Decision-Fatigue-As-An-Entrepreneur--Business-Owner--Or-CEO-e11h0qt and Episode #17 "How To Change Your Mindset Around Money To Support Your Service Based Business" can be found here https://anchor.fm/delanie-fischer/episodes/How-To-Change-Your-Mindset-Around-Money-To-Support-Your-Service-Based-Business-e13quhn. Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 1m
Aug 17, 2021
14 Simple Branding Tips For Service Providers

Are you stuck thinking about colors, fonts, and tweaking that freakin’ logo of yours that you just can’t seem to get right? Sounds like you might need the tough love that’s in this episode. It’s so easy to get distracted by all of the little details that we think we must have when it comes to running a business - like dishing out a sh*t ton of money on a website you don’t need yet, spending hours contemplating the best shade of green for your YouTube banner, or searching for the most perfect, eco-friendly paper for your business cards. How everything looks isn’t the most important thing when it comes to your brand. Don’t get me wrong, these things can be fun and can definitely elevate your biz, but the stuff that matters - isn’t stuff at all. Your values, your mission, your voice, and your story are the driving force of your brand. This episode is designed to help you clarify your messaging and your mission, be unapologetically yourself as your business evolves, and confidently turn the right people on (and the wrong people off!). This episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast includes: - THE SIDE PIECE, A GUIDE THAT INCLUDES PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS DESIGNED TO SUPPORT YOU IN SIMPLIFYING, STREAMLINING, AND SCALING YOUR SERVICE-BASED BUSINESS CAN BE FOUND HERE: DELANIEFISCHER.COM http://delaniefischer.com/ - A DISCUSSION BETWEEN BUSINESS SIMPLICITY COACH, DELANIE FISCHER, AND HER OPERATIONS MANAGER, KRIS HILLBERG, ABOUT SOME EARLY BRAND EXPERIMENTS THAT WERE TOTAL FLOPS, WHY THEIR PRIORITIES AROUND BRANDING HAVE SHIFTED THROUGHOUT THEIR CAREERS, AND HOW THEY’VE INTEGRATED THEIR PERSONAL VALUES INTO THEIR BUSINESS AND MISSION, LEVERAGED THEIR STORY TO DEFINE THEIR BRAND, AND CONTINUE TO SHOWCASE THEIR UNIQUE VOICE. - 14 TIPS AND TAKEAWAYS FOR EFFECTIVELY REFINING A BRAND THAT REPRESENTS YOUR VALUES, INTERESTS, AND GOALS IF YOU'RE A SERVICE PROVIDER WHO WOULD LIKE TO APPLY FOR A COMPLIMENTARY BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE TO CLARIFY YOUR GOALS, AUDIT YOUR CURRENT OFFERS AND SYSTEMS, AND CRAFT YOUR UNIQUE NEXT STEPS FOR INCREASING YOUR REVENUE (AND YOUR FREE TIME!), YOU CAN APPLY HERE http://www.delaniefischer.com/ To get THE SIDE PIECE that corresponds with each episode of E-ficionado: The Podcast, other GIFTS AND RESOURCES, and for info about E-FICIONADO: THE PROGRAM - Delanie's 1-1 Business Simplicity Coaching for high-performing service providers, visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM http://delaniefischer.com/. Want more info related to this episode topic? Episode #16 “Social Media: Setting Boundaries For The Sake of Your Business”can be found here https://anchor.fm/delanie-fischer/episodes/Social-Media-Setting-Boundaries-For-The-Sake-Of-Your-Business-e13302c and Episode #10 “How To Start A Service-Based Side Hustle (5 Key Elements)” can be found here https://anchor.fm/delanie-fischer/episodes/How-To-Start-A-Service-Based-Side-Hustle-5-Key-Elements-evnoka. Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 12m
Aug 03, 2021
Simple Social Media Strategies For Service-Based Business Owners

Is your current social media strategy working for you, or does it need some adjusting? This episode covers simple social media strategies and tips that can be applied across various platforms and mediums. Whether you’re on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest - or Tinder, there are some tried and true, evergreen ways to share information about yourself, and your services, efficiently and effectively leading to real results in your business (instead of just likes and comments). This episode is designed to encourage you to zoom out on the big picture for your business, ensure you’re maximizing your results for each piece of content you create and share, and determine what kind of role social media will play in making your goals a reality. It can be easy to get wrapped up in the logistics of how a new feature works, or researching when the best times to post are, or creating and posting content just to stay relevant, but when’s the last time you asked yourself, what sh*t is actually working on here? This episode of The E-ficionado Podcast includes: - An organizer with prompts and exercises to help you extract your thoughts and ideas around this topic and craft your unique action steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com http://delaniefischer.com/. - A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about their favorite systems surrounding social media, what elements they like to include when sharing information, and how they’ve utilized different platforms and content for the goals they have in their businesses - 16 tips and takeaways for sharing information on social media more intentionally and effectively to support your business IF YOU'RE AN INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR OR SERVICE-BASED BUSINESS OWNER WHO WOULD LIKE TO APPLY FOR A COMPED 15 MINUTE BUSINESS SOLUTION CALL WITH DELANIE TO DISCUSS A MINIMALIST APPROACH TO YOUR OFFER, MARKETING, AND OPERATIONS CLICK HERE http://www.delaniefischer.com/. To get the ORGANIZER that corresponds with each episode of The E-ficionado Podcast, other GIFTS AND RESOURCES, and for info about DELANIE'S 1-1 BUSINESS SIMPLICITY COACHING PROGRAM for high-performing service providers visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM http://delaniefischer.com/. Want more info related to this episode topic? Episode #16 “Social Media: Setting Boundaries For The Sake of Your Business” can be found here https://anchor.fm/delanie-fischer/episodes/Social-Media-Setting-Boundaries-For-The-Sake-Of-Your-Business-e13302c. Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 12m
Jul 20, 2021
How To Change Your Mindset Around Money To Support Your Service Based Business

How we feel about money greatly affects how we set up and operate our business. It impacts what we offer, how we offer it, and the amount we charge. You can have plenty of interest in your business - you might be getting a lot of clients and customers, maybe you’re being featured on many different platforms and publications, but if the amount of money you’re making doesn’t seem to be lining up with how long and hard you’re working, there’s a very good chance that your thoughts, beliefs, and mindset about all things money is getting in the way of you running your business with more ease and earning higher profits. This episode addresses how we feel about money and why, and offers practical tips and action steps for upgrading your mindset and your environment in order to support your goals. Women discussing money, setting financial goals, and earning what they’re worth needs to become the norm. Are you ready to stop letting your negative beliefs around money sabotage your growth? This episode includes: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized action steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about their old vs. new beliefs around work and money and how those beliefs have impacted their lives, how their mindset around money changed their business, and the practical steps, tricks, and hacks each of them have implemented to support a positive outlook about money as their careers evolve. They also cover topics like spending, saving, and the infamous D word - debt! 10 questions to ask yourself about your relationship with money 15 tips for leveling up your thoughts, beliefs, and mindset and taking inspired action If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit delaniefischer.com Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 33m
Jul 06, 2021
Social Media: Setting Boundaries For The Sake Of Your Business

Social media can be a powerful tool for your business - it can make you visible to people who may not have discovered you otherwise, it can support brand awareness, and it can strengthen the connection you have with your community. BUT, if social media is the priority in your business, and as a result, you’re not experiencing tangible results when it comes to your services and revenue, that’s when it can be detrimental to your growth. This episode addresses how to use social media effectively, set boundaries around it, and steps to leave it altogether if that’s something you’ve been considering. The discussion and exercises in this episode are designed to help you take stock of the current efficacy of social media in your business, ensure that you’re building and growing your business sustainably, and most of all -  that you're enjoying the sh*t out of what you’re doing! This episode includes: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized action steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about how they use and have used social media for their businesses, what’s been most effective, and the guidelines they’ve given themselves around the platforms they use. Plus, steps to take in order to run a social media free biz. 12 questions to ask yourself about your social media usage 20 tips and tools for setting boundaries with social media to increase its effectiveness and preserve your energy If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit delaniefischer.com Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 15m
Jun 22, 2021
How To Price A Service Or Product As An Artist, Entrepreneur, Or Business Owner

Entrepreneurs and business owners often feel a lot of fear, uncertainty, and confusion around setting a price for their offer. This episode not only addresses the feelings we have around money, but it's also packed with practical action steps to help you determine your unique price based on your expenses, needs (and wants!), and the value you provide. Whether you have a product-based business, or you're a service provider, this information will help you select a starting point, ensure you're not undercharging or undervaluing your work, and level your sh*t up. This episode includes: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized action steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about their past feelings and beliefs about money, what they feel formed those beliefs, and how they feel and approach money and finances now. They also describe the moments where they stopped trading time for money, and started exchanging value for money instead. 9 tips for selecting your price for the products or services you offer so you can compensate yourself well, feel confident about the value you provide, and attract your ideal clients and customers. If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit delaniefischer.com Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 31m
Jun 08, 2021
Curing Decision Fatigue As An Entrepreneur, Business Owner, Or CEO

Decision fatigue can be frustrating and draining, but there are many ways you can gain clarity and become more decisive when faced with important decisions as a business owner, entrepreneur, CEO, executive, and leader. This episode is designed to help you finally make a decision you’ve been struggling with, as well as prevent future decision fatigue. THIS EPISODE INCLUDES: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized action steps can be found here: DELANIEFISCHER.COM A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about their personal experiences with indecision and decision fatigue in their professional and personal lives - including what steps Delanie took that led to the decision to close a business and how Kris gained clarity regarding a big move to a different city, the root cause of their indecision, tips and tactics that help them prevent indecision and decision fatigue, and what steps help each of them get decisive when decision fatigue is at its peak 7 main tips and takeaways to help you get the information you need in order to make your next decision If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 41m
May 25, 2021
How To Schedule Your Week As An Entrepreneur, Business Owner, or CEO

Time management is key for building a solid foundation for your business. Whether you’re a full-time entrepreneur or business owner, you’re rockin’ a day job and a side hustle, or you’re just about to start a new endeavor, this episode will help you prioritize what’s most important to you so you can get the sh*t done while also holding plenty of space for enjoyment. THIS EPISODE INCLUDES: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized action steps can be found here: DELANIEFISCHER.COM A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about how they manage their time as they run their businesses, tend to other responsibilities, and practice self-care 20+ time management tips for setting boundaries, creating external accountability, mindset tricks, and other hacks If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

1h 36m
May 11, 2021
How To Start A Service-Based Side Hustle (5 Key Elements)

Starting, and growing, a side hustle can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Keeping things simple is key - whether you’re new or you’ve been doing your hobby, or business, for a while. THIS EPISODE INCLUDES: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized action steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com A discussion between Business Simplicity Coach, Delanie Fischer, and her Operations Manager, Kris Hillberg, about how they started their own side hustles that turned into full-time jobs, what mistakes they made, and what moved them forward the most The 5 key elements to focus on when you’re starting out 100 tips for picking a product or service, offering your thing for the first time, streamlining your processes, branding, finance and legal, and diversifying your income If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM CREDITS: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat

2h 51m
Apr 27, 2021
50 Eco-Friendly Tips For Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, and CEOs

Considering how you can make your product, marketing, and operations more green is not only compassionate, it’s good business. However, it’s important not to let eco-friendly perfectionism get in the way of you taking action to start, or scale, your biz or passion project. THIS EPISODE OF E-FICIONADO WITH BUSINESS SIMPLICITY COACH, DELANIE FISCHER, INCLUDES: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized action steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com How and why we need to release the pressure around green perfectionism 50 tips for making your business and lifestyle more sustainable 4 questions you can ask yourself before purchasing something new How to generate specific ideas for your own sustainability plan, so you can form eco-conscious habits, instead of a list of overwhelming to-dos If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM CREDITS: EDITED BY KRIS HILLBERG COVER ART BY PATRICK NICELY PHOTO BY TILLAH FRECKLETON SONG BY OCTOSOUND SOUND EFFECTS BY ZAPSPLAT Find the transcript for this episode HERE https://youtu.be/XeqTdPn4sws

55m
Mar 30, 2021
10 Ways To Outsmart Perfectionism As An Entrepreneur

How do you manage entrepreneurial perfectionism? It can be so hard to separate yourself from your business as an entrepreneur, business owner, and artist - but it's vital that we remain as objective as possible as we build and grow our businesses and passion projects.  IN THIS EPISODE OF E-FICIONADO - BUSINESS SIMPLICITY COACH, DELANIE FISCHER, COVERS: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized action steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com Why we experience perfectionism, why it’s important to analyze it, and what can happen if we don’t 10 mindset tricks, exercises, and steps you can take to get unstuck and into action - even if it’s a tiny little cute ass baby step How to generate specific solutions for working through your own perfectionism so you can start, or finish, that thing you’ve been putting off If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM CREDITS: EDITED BY KRIS HILLBERG COVER ART BY PATRICK NICELY PHOTO BY TILLAH FRECKLETON SONG BY OCTOSOUND SOUND EFFECTS BY ZAPSPLAT Find the transcript for this episode HERE https://youtu.be/6fRSNNwee_o

1h 2m
Mar 02, 2021
2 Things Procrastination Is Telling You (And What To Do About It So Your Business Thrives)

How can you use your entrepreneurial procrastination as a tool to move your business forward? Procrastination isn't a bad thing, it provides us with information that we need in order to run our businesses more efficiently - and more enjoyably. IN THIS EPISODE OF E-FICIONADO - BUSINESS SIMPLICITY COACH, DELANIE FISCHER, COVERS: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized action steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com Why procrastination is not negative and why we do it The 2 very different things your procrastination is trying to tell you Exercises to help you determine why you're procrastinating on a particular task Practical steps for removing and simplifying the tasks you procrastinate on If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat Find the transcript for this episode HERE https://youtu.be/rSRYmLpdl2k

39m
Feb 16, 2021
9 Ways To Prepare For A Career Pivot

How can you plan and prepare for a career pivot? Any career transition can be filled with uncertainty, but there's a lot we can focus on within our control that can ease our anxiety around this period of time.  THIS EPISODE OF E-FICIONADO WITH BUSINESS SIMPLICITY COACH, DELANIE FISCHER, INCLUDES: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized action steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com 9 things you can do to prepare for the transition from a conventional career to full-time entrepreneurship How to recognize when it’s time to leave your day job The biggest issue that prevents entrepreneurs and business owners from increasing their revenue Steps for creating a personalized action plan for your career pivot If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat Find the transcript for this episode HERE https://youtu.be/dSNZNqQtRNU

1h 22m
Feb 02, 2021
3 Ways To Simplify Your Service-Based Business

How can you simplify each area of your business in order to prevent shiny object syndrome and stay grounded as an entrepreneur or business owner? THIS EPISODE OF E-FICIONADO WITH BUSINESS SIMPLICITY COACH, DELANIE FISCHER, INCLUDES: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized actions steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com How to extract and reflect on your beliefs about work and money, and how to change the beliefs that are not supporting you A 3 step system that helps you stay focused and grounded in what actually moves your business forward Examples for simplifying both product and service-based businesses If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM CREDITS: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat Find the transcript for this episode HERE https://youtu.be/ZXiffUU43gw

1h 5m
Jan 19, 2021
How To Manage and Prevent Entrepreneurial Burnout

How can you manage, prevent, and learn from entrepreneurial burnout? Although burnout can be a part of entrepreneurship, it can also be avoided as much as possible when we build and work with intention. THIS EPISODE OF E-FICIONADO WITH BUSINESS SIMPLICITY COACH, DELANIE FISCHER, INCLUDES: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized action steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com A 5 step process for burnout recovery How to determine what is essential for your business, what isn’t, and how to keep your workflow simple 15 tips for preventing burnout as a business owner or entrepreneur  If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat Find the transcript for this episode HERE https://youtu.be/O4rHgf1kUlg

39m
Dec 23, 2020
How To Declutter Your Home (And Make It Stick)

How can you ensure that what you own is supporting you, rather than draining you? Creating an environment you feel your best in can have a significant impact on your results as an entrepreneur and business owner.  THIS EPISODE OF E-FICIONADO WITH BUSINESS SIMPLICITY COACH, DELANIE FISCHER, INCLUDES: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft personalized action steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com How to determine what's most important to How to set an intention in each area of your home (and follow-through)  A simple process for removing and distributing stuff  How to transform your space (even on a tight budget)  Questions to ask yourself when attempting to maintain a decluttered space  Tips for gift-giving and receiving (it's not what you might think!)  If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat Find the transcript for this episode HERE https://youtu.be/7qZ2fR4vvSA

57m
Dec 12, 2020
Handling Criticism As A Consultant, Coach, Freelancer, or Contractor

How can you manage destructive criticism while you're in pursuit of something you're passionate about as an entrepreneur, business owner, performer, artist, and creative? Don't let critics, internet trolls, and a-holes get the best of you.  THIS EPISODE OF E-FICIONADO WITH BUSINESS SIMPLICITY COACH, DELANIE FISCHER, INCLUDES: A worksheet with prompts and exercises to help you gather your thoughts, get organized, and craft unique action steps can be found here: delaniefischer.com Identifying any areas of your life and business where you’re letting fear of criticism hold you back  Why critics do what they do, how to not take it personally, and claiming your power back  Generating solutions for handling criticism in a way that feels right for you Practical tips for handling criticism online and in real life If you're a part-time or full-time service provider who would like to apply for a comped 15 minute Business Solution Call with Delanie to discuss your business goals and any obstacles you may be experiencing visit DELANIEFISCHER.COM Credits: Edited by Kris Hillberg Cover art by Patrick Nicely Photo by Tillah Freckleton Song by OctoSound Sound effects by Zapsplat Find the transcript for this episode HERE https://youtu.be/yplcqYSrnJk

39m
Nov 18, 2020