It’s that time of year where everyone is feeling the pressure to make goals so I wanted to have a conversation about goals and why they can be so important in your business. One of the things I do is help my clients create goals around their business and then analyze them to see what needs to be adjusted. So in today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through that process so you can create goals that work for your business.IN THIS EPISODE:Learn why you don’t have to make goals in JanuaryUnderstand why annual planning is so importantDiscover how to analyze your goals and makes the changes you need to achieve themLearn MoreSOP ShoppeWebsiteInstagramApply to work with Kari & CompanyJoin the Facebook groupTo get the full show notes, links mentioned in this episode or to read the transcript head to my website: https://kariandcompany.com/podcast

Today I am talking about expanding your team and becoming a team leader with Tonisha Stalnaker. Tonisha shares her experience with bringing people into her business as team members and letting go of some of that control. We not only discuss the benefits of having a team but also the struggles. If you are ready to grow your team then this episode is for you!IN THIS EPISODE: Learn how to know when it’s time to hire someoneListen as Tonisha talks about the struggles with giving a piece of your business over to someone elseHear how Tonisha plans to continue to grow her teamMeet Tonisha:Tonisha Stalnaker is the owner and principal consultant of Stalnaker Virtual Solutions aka SVS. She is the proud wife of a dedicated law enforcement officer and mother to two beautiful daughters. When not spending time with her family she is a dance fitness lover and a dog mom. Having worked in corporate America for over 10 years in healthcare IT recruiting, Tonisha found her strength was the ability to identify solutions and produce results. She had a long track record of being the go-to person in most of her roles. Tonisha wanted to utilize her strengths to serve other business owners and SVS was founded with that desire in mind. Tonisha not only loves each SVS client, but she also loves each and every one of her team members that make the SVS vision and mission come to life. Connect with TonishaHow to find TonishaConnect with Tonisha on InstagramLearn MoreSOP ShoppeWebsiteInstagramApply to work with Kari & CompanyWe Should All Be Millionaires By Rachel RodgersTo get the full show notes, links mentioned in this episode or to read the transcript head to my website: https://kariandcompany.com/podcast

We are wrapping up 2021 talking about offboarding your clients. When your business relationship ends with your client it doesn’t mean that your personal relationship needs to end too. In this episode, I am talking about how to successfully offboard your clients so they feel valued and cared about.IN THIS EPISODE:Learn what exactly offboarding isUnderstand why it’s important to have an offboarding processDiscover the simple email you can send to offboard a clientLearn MoreThe SOP ShoppeWebsiteInstagramApply to work with Kari & CompanyThe Savvy Social PodcastTo get the full show notes, links mentioned in this episode or to read the transcript head to me website: https://kariandcompany.com/podcast

Today I am talking with Samantha, owner of Lemon and the Sea. Samantha shares how to figure out what you need to get people from landing on your website to buying. If you feel overwhelmed by what you should have on your website then this episode is going to be especially helpful for you!  IN THIS EPISODE:Learn why you should keep your website simpleListen as Samantha explains the 4 pages you need on your websiteHear how Samantha got her work hours from 40 hours a week to 20 hoursMeet Samantha:Samantha is a creative director and designer at Lemon and the Sea. Lemon and the Sea is a website design company located in Richmond, VA. She specializes in creating custom-designed websites with beauty and brains. Samantha works with service-based business owners who want to feel more confident and raise their prices so they can grow their business and share their expertise.Connect with SamanthaHow to find SamanthaConnect with Samantha on InstagramLearn MoreSOP ShoppeWebsiteInstagramApply to work with Kari & CompanyHissy Fit by Mary Kay AndrewsTo get the full show notes, links mentioned in this episode or to read the transcript head to my website: https://kariandcompany.com/podcast

Today we are diving a little more into the concept of documented systems and how to create them. I’m giving you the scope on my four-step process to writing SOPs for your business.IN THIS EPISODE:Learn what processes in your business you can create SOPs forDiscover different ways to create SOPsUnderstand the importance of documenting in real-timeLearn MoreSOP ShoppeWebsiteInstagramApply to work with Kari & CompanyTo get the full show notes, links mentioned in this episode or to read the transcript head to me website: https://kariandcompany.com/podcast

Today I am talking all about funnels with Jay Black of Jay Black & Company. Funnels can be very scary but Jay breaks it down and makes it simple so you can understand your clients and what they need. This conversation will leave you feeling confident in building your own funnel.IN THIS EPISODE:Listen as Jay explains what a funnel actually isHear why focusing on business funnels is so importantLearn how to nurture someone in your funnelMeet Jay:Jay owns Jay Black and Co. Jay Black & Company is a boutique business strategy & consulting agency dedicated to supporting female service providers, consultants, coaches, and all-around boss babes scale, thrive, and increase the impact of their businesses. Jay’s mission is to identify the season a female BOSS is within their business and their current processes and procedures, then to construct a fully functional and efficient process, funnel, or course that will effectively improve their client journey throughout their business. Thus, increasing client loyalty and brand ambassadors.Connect with JayHow to find JayConnect with Jay on InstagramGet Jay’s Business ChecklistLearn MoreSOP ShoppeWebsiteInstagramApply to work with Kari & CompanyNative Son by Richard WhiteTo get the full show notes, links mentioned in this episode or to read the transcript head to my website: https://kariandcompany.com/podcast

Does the mention of money make you want to run and hide? Then this episode is for you. Today I’m talking to Aimee LaLiberte all about our money fears and what to do to overcome them. Aimee shares how to create a positive relationship with money so you no longer have to fear it. IN THIS EPISODE:Learn how to identify your money fears so you can overcome themListen as Aimee shares her secrets on how to have a relationship with moneHear how your worthiness is not based on how much you makeDiscover how you can be in your financial powerMeet Aimee:Aimee LaLiberte is the owner of My Virtual CFO and certified life, business, and money coach. She is a trusted profitability advisor to 6 and 7 figure business owners who are tired of being behind in their books and are ready to become more profitable. Aimee creates simple, streamlined systems that help her clients drive up profits 10x quicker — whether they want to manage their own money or are looking for a full-service virtual CFO. Connect with AimeeHow to find AimeeConnect with Aimee on InstagramCheck out The Finance EditLearn MoreSOP ShoppeWebsiteInstagramApply to work with Kari & CompanyProfit First by  Mike Michalowicz The Alchemist by Paula CoelhoTo get the full show notes, links mentioned in this episode or to read the transcript head to my website: https://kariandcompany.com/podcast

We are talking about systems and templates again today because they are life-changing for your business. I’m diving into what goes into an SOP template and how you can use them in your business. Listen in as I also give you a behind-the-scenes look at the SOP Shoppe framework.IN THIS EPISODE:Learn what information needs to be in an SOP templateDiscover what a workflow isUnderstand how to use your SOP templateLearn MoreThe S.O.P. ChecklistSOP ShoppeWebsiteInstagramApply to work with Kari & CompanyEpisode 51: Whys SOPs are ImportantTo get the full show notes, links mentioned in this episode or to read the transcript head to me website: https://kariandcompany.com/podcast

Today we are talking all about SOPs - when to use templates and when to outsource. Templates can be very useful in your business as long as you have the time, confidence, and desire to implement them. Listen in as I help you decide if you should outsource or use templates.IN THIS EPISODE:Learn all the ways you can outsource in your businessUnderstand when you should use templatesDiscover if you should outsource or use templatesLearn MoreThe S.O.P. ChecklistSOP ShoppeWebsiteInstagramApply to work with Kari & CompanyEpisode 51: Why SOPs are ImportantA Beautiful Work in Progress by Mirna ValerioTo get the full show notes, links mentioned in this episode or to read the transcript head to me website: https://kariandcompany.com/podcast

Today I’m talking with Taryn Jerez all about how to plant seeds in your business to grow relationships. Having a community in your business is important, not just to grow your business but for support too. Listen in to learn how to plant your own seeds because the truth is that you never know who you are preparing for your products and your services. IN THIS EPISODE:Learn how to create and foster relationships in your businessListen as Taryn shares how she stays motivated when the seeds she plants are not growingHear why your sales have no reflection on who you are.Meet Taryn:Taryn Jerez is the owner of One Crafty Miss.  She is a creative business coach who works with female makers and creatives. Taryn helps her clients have confidence in the next steps of making more money doing something that they really love to do in their business. She is also the host of the Empowered for Profit Collective which is her membership program to help makers and creatives make really meaningful moves in their business.Connect with TarynHow to find TarynConnect with Taryn on InstagramLearn MoreSOP ShoppeWebsiteInstagramApply to work with Kari & CompanyTo get the full show notes, links mentioned in this episode or to read the transcript head to me website: https://kariandcompany.com/podcast