Building a Better Life
Building a Better Life
Erin Backman
This podcast dedicated to mamas and womxn who are ready for a change in their job/career and are seeking a community to help along the way. That's where this podcast comes in! Hosted by Productivity Coach & Hairstylist, Erin Backman, we'll cover topics surrounding personal and professional growth, time management, how to eliminate limiting beliefs, lean into your strengths, and create a life worth living! You don't have to do the same job for the rest of your life, especially if it doesn't make you HAPPY! So if you're ready for some change and need a kick in the booty, join us here! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erin-backman/support
Episode 043: Buh Bye Burnout!
We’ve been dealing with COVID for over a year now and working from home and the boundary setting is pretty non-existent, so that means you might be feeling a little burned out right now. In episode 43, Erin shares some ways to know if you’re currently experiencing burn out at home or at work and ways that you can help deal with it. She even shares some of her personal experiences with it this year. If you are dealing with more than just burn out, please reach out to a medical professional for assistance. Here are some free resources for those needing access to mental health care: SAMHSA National Helpline https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline - 1-800-662-4357  California Mental Health Resources: https://www.dmhc.ca.gov/HealthCareinCalifornia/ResourceList.aspx#mental ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. Erin is not a medical professional and does not claim to be a medical professional nor give out medical advice. ---------------- If you’re feeling overwhelmed with starting a career change and need a coach to work through it with, Erin is still accepting 1-on-1 coaching clients: Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erin-backman/support
Mar 15, 2021
28 min
Episode 042 - Showing Up on Social w/ Video
Okay, you’re ready to show up and start doing videos on your social media feeds but you’re not quite sure where to start. That’s cool, Erin’s got you! In this episode, 042, she’ll share some things you’ll want to get in order before you start recording. As well as some things you need to consider when creating and posting video content. You don’t have to be afraid to show up authentically with your audience anymore! They love videos and after 30 days, you will too! Don’t forget to download the 50 Video Ideas Guide mentioned in the episode. ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're needing help to create new pricing, Erin offers One on One support through planning your 2021 for your BEST year ever! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erin-backman/support
Mar 10, 2021
27 min
Episode 041 - Make Your "Mess" Your Message
I see you, it’s hard to know what to post on social media. 2020 was rough and we have NO idea what to expect as an entrepreneur, let alone a human being, in 2021. Don’t fear, love! You can still show up on social media as yourself and make genuine connections with your followers. In episode 41, Erin shares how you can show up authentically online and share your “mess” as part of your message to your followers. When we show up as ourselves, we are able to create the connections, engagement, and sales we’re wanting! Don’t be afraid to be yourself! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're needing help to create new pricing, Erin offers One on One support through planning your 2021 for your BEST year ever! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erin-backman/support
Feb 8, 2021
20 min
Episode 040 - Slayin' Your Schedule
It’s a new year and you have SO many things you want to accomplish and grow in your life and business. The overwhelm is real!! I feel it, love! Don’t worry though, Erin’s got you. In episode 40, Erin shares how you can plan your week in 15 minutes every Sunday and Slay Your Schedule. She shares how she plans her week and goes over how to add time in your week for yourself by getting into a routine with your schedule. It’s time for us to own our schedule, and not let it own us! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're needing help to create new pricing, Erin offers One on One support through planning your 2021 for your BEST year ever! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erin-backman/support
Jan 11, 2021
22 min
Episode 039 - How to Create Content with Confidence
Curious about what content to include on your website about your pricing? Unsure about how to talk about money or your prices on social media? Well, have I got the podcast episode for you! In episode 39, Erin discusses a few ways to share your pricing with current and potential clients and customers. We’ll talk about websites, social media, and a little bit on audience conversions! Now let’s get crystal clear about our pricing with our customers and clients. ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're needing help to create new pricing, Erin offers One on One support through restructuring your pricing! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erin-backman/support
Nov 23, 2020
18 min
Episode 038 - You Gotta STOP Being a People Pleaser!
Okay, we’re getting into something HOT today! Erin discusses one of the more common issues she encounters when working with creative entrepreneurs when it comes to pricing and their businesses, people pleasing. In episode 38, Erin shares the ten signs you’re a people pleaser, as well as what those behaviors look like as a creative entrepreneur.  She then takes a few minutes to share three different strategies to combat those behaviors and finally kick them to the curb! You deserve to earn more year over year, don’t be afraid love! People will still like you if you charge a little bit more! I promise! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're needing help to create new pricing, Erin offers One on One support through restructuring your pricing! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erin-backman/support
Nov 16, 2020
17 min
Episode 037 - What's more important, your time or money?
Okay, so you know that you need to change your pricing but you just don’t know how the hell you’re going to do that. Well, love, it starts with your mindset. In the second installment in her series on Charging Your Worth, Erin discusses how your mindset makes all the difference when pricing your services or products.  In this episode, Erin reviews the difference between a Money Mindset and a Time Focused Mindset. She discusses the two resources and why switching your focus from money to time that you’ll make it easier to attract the clients and customers that are ready and willing to pay for your services or products. Erin also checks in with you to provide a little bit more detail about how you can evaluate your service or product based offers for a price increase. It’s hard enough to come up with our pricing in the first place, let alone know how to evaluate for a price increase. ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're needing help to create new pricing, Erin offers One on One support through restructuring your pricing! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erin-backman/support
Nov 9, 2020
15 min
Episode 036: Why is it so damn hard to price your services or products?
Are you a creative trying to make a living but struggling to know how to price your services or goods? Maybe you know you offer an amazing product or service but have NO idea where to get started to price yourself. In this episode, Erin will review some of the psychology behind how and why consumers choose to purchase from you. She shares several examples how to begin rethinking your pricing for a few different creative careers, from a social media marketing manager, life coach, hairstylist, and even an Etsy shop owner! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offers One on One support through your career change or she can coach you through starting your own business or restructuring your pricing! Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Join my FREE Facebook group for Building a Better Life listeners ------> CLICK HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erin-backman/support
Nov 3, 2020
33 min
Episode 035 - Why You Need to Change Your Career
Why is it important to review your job history often? Well if you aren’t happy at your current job or career, it’s a great way to see the pros and cons of your past jobs to avoid making the same mistakes in the future! Erin reviews her own job history to share with you, her listeners, that she’s just like you, and has had ALL kinds of jobs! It’s okay! As long as we’re learning from each job and getting closer to what our passion is, it’s not in vain. ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- Ready to Pursue Your Passion? This is the LAST week to sign up as a Founding Member! You’ll enjoy exclusive pricing and added bonus modules, just for you! SIGN UP HERE ---------------- If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offers One on One support through your career change Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erin-backman/support
Oct 26, 2020
21 min
Episode 034 - Career Transition Interviews - No Bitch, You Need Money w/ Brandie Morris
Join Erin with one of her good friends, Brandie Morris, of @averiealexanderllc She works full time and is building her empire through her Etsy shop, Averiealexander. She started her shop by creating baby beanies but it was when she pivoted in May and started making face masks. In her first month after her pivot, she made over $1000 with ZERO advertising! Be prepared for lots of EFF bombs and lots of giggles! ---------------- ***DISCLAIMER: All of the information in this episode is for informational purposes only. Erin does not claim to be a legal advisor nor give legal advice. ---------------- Ready to Pursue Your Passion? Then get on the Waitlist today for the Founding Members Launch of Erin’s first Career Transition Coaching Membership. Doors open October 21st and close on November 1st. ---------------- If you're ready to jump head first into a Career Transition - Erin offers One on One support through your career change Book a Coaching Package w/ Erin ---------------- As always, I'd love for you to review this podcast on your favorite streaming platform and share a screenshot of you listening and be sure to tag @erinmbackman on Instagram and @erinbackmancoaching on Facebook! Want more information on stuff or just some good freebies! CLICK HERE --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erin-backman/support
Oct 19, 2020
45 min
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