Home Based Business 101: Recent Episodes
Meredith
For all the Home Based Business Owners out there who are looking for next-level marketing, business strategy, and skill development... Join us and learn how you can up-level your business and treat your side gig like a CEO.
In this episode, Laura Pendergast shares her tips and tricks for small business owners and entrepreneurs regarding taxes.
Laura is an enrolled agent and the founder of Turtle Returns, LLC. No tax issue is too small for her. She loves helping people with filing returns to calling the IRS regarding letters, and always making sure the business owner is not missing out on any deductions and is paying the correct amount of taxes. Laura is persistent and consistent in all things tax related.
Connect with Laura:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/laura.pendergast.33
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-pendergast-032126194/
Connect with Meredith:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com
In this episode, Madhurima Sappatti shares her experience with burnout and how she helps entrepreneurs manage their stress and burnout in entrepreneurship.
Madhurima Sappatti is a Freedom Soul Coach that helps multi-passionate ambitious dreamers manage their stress and burnout so that they can manifest their dreams into reality without their own selves holding them back. She brings together spiritual and mindfulness techniques along with mindset work, breathwork, and somatics to create a unique solution for everyone she works with!
Connect with Madhurima:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madhurima_freedomsoulcoach/
Mitwa by Madhurima Sappatti (Youtube channel focused on burnout and stress): https://youtube.com/channel/UC_Fmc17ljdGCNbKrBsXaSqQ
The Soul's Conversations (Youtube channel focused on creating conversations that matter): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJRv6hBpypWLXst_455xSkQ
Grab a free copy of her guide on managing time and energy as a multi-passionate here: http://subscribepage.io/guidefortimeandenergymanagement
Join her free community, Stress Busters: https://join.slack.com/t/chillwithstressbuster/shared_invite/zt-1hqfth892-z0DoHWcvUVIyZKJa0Tp7hw
Connect with Meredith:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Website:
http://meredithbanka
In this episode, Janice Patterson, the Founder of J.A.M Consulting, shares how she wants to make an impact in people's lives and, by doing that, found her passion through entrepreneurship.
It is never too late in life to start over; take a leap of faith toward your passion.
Connect with Janice:
https://www.facebook.com/janice.patterson.10
J.A.M Consulting:
https://meetjanicepatterson.com/
Connect with Meredith:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Website:
http://meredithbank
I sat down and talked with my friend and incredible business owner, Nicole Diedrich, Owner + Founder of Diedrich Marketing Strategies. Nicole is a young go-getter entrepreneur, which is AMAZING! She is also very brave and transparent regarding her journey to becoming a business owner.
Connect with Nicole:
https://linktr.ee/diedrichmarketingstrategies
Diedrich Markeitng Strategies
Diedrichmarketingstrategies.com
Connect with Meredith:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Today, I sat down and talked with my friend and fellow entrepreneur, Angelie Melzer. Angelie is a master pilates instructor, international presenter, and ballet coach.
Angelie transitioned from being an artist in the dance world and becoming a successful business owner. In this episode, she will take us through her journey of taking her passion and artistic ability and turning it into a business.
Connect with Angelie:
Instagram:
@angeliemelzer
Website for Pilates Studio in Spokane, WA:
team-pilates.com
Connect with Meredith:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Welcome to the 2nd season of Home Based Business 101!
This entire season is all about stories of fellow entrepreneurs who started their businesses as side hustles, just like you and me, who are growing in their businesses daily.
I am excited to bring a dozen entrepreneurs this season who will share their experiences, top tips, and secrets to success with us so we can learn from them and be inspired and grow our own businesses!
Connect with Meredith:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
This episode is the finale of the 4-week series, all about systems, stats, and strategies. This is where the rubber meets the road.
Learn the must-have systems and stats for your business and the strategies that can help you keep everything flowing like a well-oiled machine!
PS: You can grab your 60 Minute Marketing Method:
https://www.60minutemarketingmethod.com/
Connect with Meredith:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
This episode is part 3 of a 4-week series, all about how to tie your offer to your audience.
Understanding how to take your unique product or service and tie it to the needs and desires of your ideal client or customer is absolutely key.
Confused about how to make the connection?
If the answer is yes... You don't want to miss the opportunity to learn how to share your offer from a place of service- it could very well be the missing link for you!
I'll follow tonight's live up with these juicy topics for the next week:
- How to launch and measure your marketing efforts
PS: You can grab your 60 Minute Marketing Method:
https://www.60minutemarketingmethod.com/
Connect with Meredith:
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
This episode is part 2 of a 4-week series that is perfect for those of you who:
- Are flustered by marketing your business
- Are in the "thinking about it" phase and haven't started your business yet
- Own business already and want to grow, grow, grow!
This week's episode: How to Define your OFFER
We'll talk about why this matters no matter what phase of business you are in and how to use what you know about your unique value to your advantage.
I'll follow tonight's live up with these juicy topics for the next 2 weeks:
- How to connect your audience and offer together
- How to launch and measure your marketing efforts
PS: You can grab your 60 Minute Marketing Method here.
Connect with Meredith:
- Private Side Gig Gurus Community Facebook
- Join the Collective, a monthly membership program.
- 60 Minute Marketing Method
- Website
Do you know who your audience is? I will give you a hint... it's not everyone.
In this week's episode, I walk you through how to define your audience and most importantly.. why it matters! In order to have successful marketing, you have to first figure out who you are making your offer, marketing, etc. for.
This is week 1 of 4 of the series, How to Market your Small Business. I got really fired up on this episode! Make sure you don't miss out and mark your calendar for next week.
PS: You can grab your 60 Minute Marketing Method here.
Connect with Meredith:
- Private Side Gig Gurus Community Facebook
- Join the Collective, a monthly membership program.
- 60 Minute Marketing Method
- Website
As an entrepreneur you know you are going to fail - it’s what you do afterward that matters!
In this week's episode, I speak about failure and why you have to understand that failure is going to happen as an entrepreneur. Every time we prepare to launch something in our business there is a chance that it might not pay off, so how do you handle it if it doesn't??? I share tips and suggestions in this episode.
Connect with Meredith:
- Private Side Gig Gurus Community Facebook
- Join the Collective, a monthly membership program.
- Website
Sales doesn't have to feel gross... nor does it have to be a dirty word. You have to have a sales process in order to grow your business. We all want to have a sales process full of integrity, authenticity, and clients' interest first, which I am providing you in this episode.
In this week's episode, I share with you my 10 step guide to selling that leaves your prospect feeling amazing and you feeling like you've done your best.
Sales Script Template
Connect with Meredith
Facebook
Website
Want to learn how to follow up with your leads without feeling like a sleazeball?? Only 2%-5% sales are made on the first contact...This is why follow-up is key!
In this week's episode, I share with you my 4 step process for following up to win new customers and clients. You will learn how to follow up in the correct way without feeling like you are bothering them and without feeling like a sleaze.
Connect with Meredith:
- Private Side Gig Gurus Community Facebook
- Join the Collective, a monthly membership program.
- Website
Planning your monthly goals can be easy for some, but challenging for most.
This week's episode is informative and actionable training to help you learn how to plan and outline your monthly goals. Monthly goals allow you to keep yourself accountable and ultimately grow your business.
Connect with Meredith:
- Private Side Gig Gurus Community Facebook
- Join the Collective, a monthly membership program.
- Website
Are you wanting to start a business from home?
But don't know what type of business to start? I will be sharing the main types you can start with the pros and cons and the top 4 things to consider when picking your new business.
This month I am hosting a FREE Social Media Bootcamp,learn more by visiting:
https://meredithbanka.com/social-media-bootcamp/challenge
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Welcome to Season 2 of Home Based Business 101! This week we are starting off the newest season of Home Based Business 101, with an episode on Time Management.
Do you feel overwhelmed when it comes to your time and schedule? Do you struggle with showing up consistently in your business?
If you answered yes to those, this episode is a must! I share my top secrets on how to manage time wisely and not be overwhelmed.
Join the Collective, a monthly membership program:
https://meredithbanka.com/collective
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
In this week's episode, we bring a Social Media Success Summit to you! (please note this is a recording from a Facebook Live Event)
During this episode we will help you:
1. Define your online authority
2. Determine your content strategy
3. Set a working plan to stay ahead of your posts and responses
4. Understand how to convert conversations to clients
After this summit, you will have a comprehensive plan for your social media marketing in 2022.
Worksheets (make a copy):
Side Gig Genius Content Planning Worksheet
Side Gig Gurus Daily Social Media Tracker
Join the Collective, a monthly membership program:
https://meredithbanka.com/collective
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
In this week's episode, I will be sharing how to plan for 2022. This is an episode you don't want to miss!
We dive into how to create your best business and marketing plan for 2022. One you are excited about and want to work on!
Register for the Marketing Game Plan Challenge:
https://meredithbanka.com/free-challenge
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
In this week's episode, I will be sharing how to create GREAT social content.
Social media is a big topic! Now, in this episode, I am not going to be talking about what template you should be using, how you should schedule, or even that you need a VA for your social media needs. All of those things are great, but great social content does not start with your social media channel. We will be diving into the roots behind developing great social content.
Register for the Marketing Game Plan Challenge:
https://meredithbanka.com/free-challenge
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
In this week's episode, the Top 5 Ways to Generate Leads for FREE!!
So many of us start our business and are invested and really want our business to work. BUT most times we are lacking capital and are self-funding. We often struggle with how to increase our audience and generate more leads.
Over the course of this episode, I will share the top 5 ways I personally generated more leads online and for free. It is possible to grow your business completely organically!
Register for the Marketing Game Plan Challenge:
https://meredithbanka.com/free-challenge/challenge/
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
In this special episode, I chatted with Jody Young, the founder of Bead Art-Worth, on how you can turn your passion into a lucrative home-based business. Jody talks about how she took her passion for jewelry and made a leap to owning her own business.
This episode is geared towards makers, artists, and creators.
Connect with Jody
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/BeyondBeadsGallery
Website:
https://beadartworth.com/
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
In this week's episode, you will learn my best tips and tricks for Holiday Promotions!
It's that time of year- where clients and customers are looking for great gift ideas and a few things for themselves as well.
As a small business, it can feel like you get lost in a sea of Target and Amazon ads and flyers... and you might be thinking it's not worth doing any promos at all...
Don't fear! You can find success this holiday season. It starts with an idea and an action plan.
Want to join the Side Gig Gurus Facebook Group and tune in live for Home-Based Business 101:
Join here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
In this special episode, I chatted with Heidi Fossali, the Midlife Reboot Coach, on how your life experiences can lead you to opportunities. Her program's tagline: Revitalize and Reboot, helps women grasp and find their footings to the next phase of their lives. Not all change is bad, change can let you discover your confidence and success.
Connect with Heidi
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/heidi.fossali
Website:
https://heidireboot.com/
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Have you started planning for the last quarter of 2021?
Or even thought about planning for 2022? If you haven't don't stress! I will share with you an easy way to plan so it doesn't overwhelm you.
In this week's episode, you will learn my Top 3 Pillars for Planning a great quarter or annual plan for your home based business.
Want to join the Side Gig Gurus Facebook Group and tune in live for Home-Based Business 101:
Join here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Thinking of starting a business from home?
In this episode, we dive into the top 5 areas that are so often overlooked when you start a business from home. These considerations will help you to gain clarity, solidify your vision and feel more at ease when it comes to the process of business building.
Want to join the Side Gig Gurus Facebook Group and tune in live to Business in Brief episodes?
Join here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
What should you be outsourcing? When should you outsource?
This week's episode is focused all on the topic of Outsourcing. We will dive into the different items that you should outsource in your business and when is the right time to outsource.
Want to join the Side Gig Gurus Facebook Group and tune in live to Business in Brief episodes?
Join here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Are your habits building you up or breaking you down?
This week's episode is focused on your habits, and how important they are when you are building and growing your business.
Want to join the Side Gig Gurus Facebook Group and tune in live to Business in Brief episodes?
Join here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
This week's episode is focused on having a marketing plan.
Why have a marketing plan? What can it do for my business? Hear how you can gain Clarity, Find Direction and Gather Information with a plan for your business.
Tune in on Apple Podcast or on Spotify to listen to the full episode.
Reserve your seat for the 5-day challenge:
www.meredithbanka.com/challenge
Want to join the Side Gig Gurus Facebook Group and tune in live to Business in Brief episodes?
Join here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/sidegiggurus
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Today I'm sharing a step-by-step process to find and keep customers for your business. This is such a great question BUT just like before, we have to back it up and cover the initial steps you need. I will be providing the 5 key things you need to do in order to bring customers into your business.
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Today, I am diving deep into the #1 question I get in my business Facebook group. That question is, how can I generate more leads for your business... BUT before I answer that question I talk about the initial steps you need to complete before you even think about generating leads.
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Self-Sabotage is a taboo topic in a way and today I got the opportunity to sit down with Jo Ann Kobuke, a Midlife Coach. Today, we are uncovering how Self-Sabotage can show in your business along with the behaviors associated with it.
Tune in and learn how you can be aware of Self -Sabotage in your life and business.
Free Self-Sabotage Guide:
https://bit.ly/Self-SabotagePDFDelivery
Connect with Jo Ann Kobuke
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/messymidlifesociety
Website:
https://www.joannkobuke.com/
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Heart before Hustle with Meredith Banka
In this episode, we will break down the idea of the hustle. We dive deep into why we think we need to hustle, and how we can swap that for leading with your heart.
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Goal Setting with Meredith Banka.
In this episode, we will dive deep into Goal Setting. So grab your pen and notepad and be ready to take some notes!
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
I got the opportunity to interview Author Jim Lupkin on the release of his book Predictive Social Media. In this episode, he shares his predictive social media system!
I absolutely love the way Jim teaches us to lead with our core values and relationships!!! No hustle required!
Tune in and learn how you can grab his new book and grow your team.
Connect with Jim
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/545962692445541
Website:
https://www.jimlupkin.com/optin-482486431619802088774?fbclid=IwAR06GWDNB3O5piW0llvNOAQMnx11ELA4zOzUTqrd7f9_16k3hr6YxJRc5Vc
Connect with Meredith
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https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
This week we will be diving into the financial side of a Home Based Business with our guest Sarah Carlson, Founder of Fulcrum Financial Group. Now, this episode isn't about the day-to-day financials of operating a home business but how you can set yourself up to have success financially for your future.
Connect with Sarah
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/FulcrumFinancialGroup
Website:
https://fulcrumfinancialgroup.com/?fbclid=IwAR0G13Vd7Ihy6xuUKOlNxwiozSMyyASMM2VB2UA9WqVVtIKygfQK-8cQr8Y
Connect with Meredith
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https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Do you tell your full story?
I sat down with Tanya Goodall Smith, CEO of WorkStory Brand Photography, to talk through why your story matters in your marketing and branding of your business.
Connect with Tanya
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/workstorycreative
Website:
https://workstoryphotography.com/
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
So many solopreneurs, MLM, and DS ladies are confused about creating their own brand online.
Do you need to?
I say YES!
In this week's episode of Home Based Business 101, I will tell you the Top 5 Reasons you need to build your brand.
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
"Face fear, fear is what makes us who we are!" - Ayo
This week I sat down with Entrepreneur Ayo Gospodinova, Founder of Empress Marketing and Co-Found of AC Empire to discuss "How to get over the Fear of Failure"
Connect with Ayo
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/futurebusinessempire
Website:
https://acempire.co/?fbclid=IwAR3XTeRs3sRJYM26hkID94WQnmITP97_LfPHv8-nspXOGqR3CALU0uZ4bkY
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com
Ever wonder how to figure out if the Home Based Business you are looking for is legit?
This week I interview my personal mentor and special guest Brenda Thompson. Brenda is an 8 year veteran of Home Business and a lifetime entrepreneur. She's also wicked smart and super kind.
Connect with Brenda
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/cabobrendaleethompson
Connect with Meredith
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
Website:
http://meredithbanka.com/
Welcome to Home Based Business 101!
This episode will give you a background on me, Meredith Banka, and what this podcast will be focusing on.
If you are curious about me and want to learn more visit:
My private Facebook group, Side Gig Gurus: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
My website:
https://www.meredithbanka.com
How do you know when you should make the move and hire the coach?
In this episode, I will walk you through the key questions you should ask yourself to decide whether or not it's time for you to hire a coach.
If you are curious about me and want to learn more visit:
My private Facebook group, Side Gig Gurus: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
My website:
https://www.meredithbanka.com
Do you feel overwhelmed when it comes to your social media?
In this episode, you'll learn how to recognize signs of overwhelm and how you can take my 8 tips to gain control of your social media!
If you are curious about me and want to learn more visit:
My private Facebook group, Side Gig Gurus: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
My website:
https://www.meredithbanka.com
Become the CEO of Your Own Life!
I share the Top 5 Secrets while working in the corporate world and applying them to life as a wife and a mother and a woman in 2021.
If you are curious about me and want to learn more visit:
My private Facebook group, Side Gig Gurus: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2362347737209967
My website:
https://www.meredithbanka.com