Come on in!🥭 We took a little breather to get ourselves back on track & prioritize some of the “life” part of the work-life balance. As the world opens up again, we’re feeling the frenetic energy of spring—and all the nerves & excitement that accompany it. This week's episode finds us Mango House ladies reflecting on perfectionism & its pitfalls as well as exploring a newfound confidence based on hard work. But the topic most on our minds? Naturally, we’re talking about our gorgeous, complicated, one-of-a-kind mothers.Tune in for a 💛heart-to-heart💛 that touches on so many aspects of having mothers, loving mothers, & sometimes quarrelling with mothers.🙊 These women passed down so many skills, qualities, and characteristics to us that make The Mango House all that it is. While at moments the topic feels vulnerable, we loved celebrating all that we've received from our mothers and inviting you to join the party.And whether you’ve got one mother or many mothers, have lost your mother or lost touch with your mother, we hope you had a beautiful Mother’s Day—whatever that means for you.❣️We want to welcome YOU into our discussion! Follow/DM us on IG & Facebook to fill us in on possible podcast topics that thrill you, scare you, or catch your interest. Here at The Mango House, the sky’s the limit. Hosts: Rachel Bogardus & Amy StofenbergWeb Developer & Podcast Editor: Natalia FalcãoCopywriter: Frances RevelPhotographer: Meredith JohnsonIllustrator: Makenzie MorrowPodcast Music: Sara Rogers

As we pay closer attention to our own needs and boundaries, it only gets easier to treat our passions with greater care & respect. On this week’s episode, we dig into this aspect of what it means to live with a work-life balance, riffing on the idea that “a business can only be as healthy as its business owner.” While singing the praises of Honeybook, our client management software, we give you ideas for effectively managing both clients & leads without sacrificing that most beloved me-time. This Monday, our resident INFP Amy embraces her newfound comfort & confidence as a coach and Rachel explores the analogous nature of being both a coach & a learner. Perk up your ears to hear about how we realized the effects of an expansive mindset on our own autonomy & gratification, how we began to act on those realizations, and how The Mango House’s new Business Coaching services enact the values that our brand is founded upon.Learn with us!HoneyBook: Client Management Software (check out their free trial!)The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks We want to welcome YOU into our discussion! Follow/DM us on IG & Facebook to fill us in on possible podcast topics that thrill you, scare you, or catch your interest. Hosts: Rachel Bogardus & Amy StofenbergWeb Developer & Podcast Editor: Natalia FalcãoCopywriter: Frances RevelPhotographer: Meredith JohnsonIllustrator: Makenzie MorrowPodcast Music: Sara Rogers

“We’re receiving love, we’re not chasing it—right?”Today, we’re taking some serious stock of the love around us. We discuss pressing pause on outreach to make sure The Mango House standards are all being met for our current clients, as well as family lore, synchronicity, letting our guards down, and our “sorry jar” (don’t knock it ‘til you try it!). But most of all, Amy shares some news so big, and so touching, that we know you won’t want to miss. Tune in for all the feels. And remember—be gentle on yourself. You’re worthy of a beautiful life. We want to welcome YOU into our discussion! Follow/DM us on IG & Facebook to fill us in on possible podcast topics that thrill you, scare you, or catch your interest. Here at The Mango House, the sky’s the limit. Hosts: Rachel Bogardus & Amy StofenbergWeb Developer & Podcast Editor: Natalia FalcãoCopywriter: Frances RevelPhotographer: Meredith JohnsonIllustrator: Makenzie MorrowPodcast Music: Sara Rogers

Happy April, dear listeners! Welcome back to The Mango House. Join us today for a big high five: we surpassed our goal of securing 3 clients within one month of The Mango House’s brief yet already dazzling lifetime! In Episode 5, we examine the experience of having clients seek us out themselves vs. devoting our time to reaching out to leads. How do we maintain our brand’s presence differently in each of these situations? How can we best organize and streamline our approach to potential leads while still exuding the personalized, authentic nature we pride ourselves on? In this episode, we also give some more detail on the sales funnel, share some useful automation tools, and consider the balance of optimism with realistic pragmatism. In the past week, we’ve really seen our relationship settle into a dynamic that suits both of our strengths and allows each of us to most effectively live by The Mango House’s message of a healthy work-life balance…Even amongst the uncertainties that all our lives are known for. So tune in to hear more about 🧡 Rachel & Amy’s Business Romance 🧡And be gentle on yourself this Monday, friends. You are worthy of a beautiful life. Learn with us!Honeybook Client Management SystemWe want to welcome YOU into our discussion! Follow/DM us on IG & Facebook to fill us in on possible podcast topics that thrill you, scare you, or catch your interest. Here at The Mango House, the sky’s the limit. Hosts: Rachel Bogardus & Amy StofenbergWeb Developer & Podcast Editor: Natalia FalcãoCopywriter: Frances RevelPhotographer: Meredith JohnsonIllustrator: Makenzie MorrowPodcast Music: Sara Rogers

Our Monday gift to you—another peek into The Mango House’s inner workings, fresh from the tree (okay, the mic.) We’ve hit some big goals in the past week and The Mango House’s doors are wide open for the future. One way that we keep those doors wide is actually by focusing a little more narrowly on who we want to work with, what kind of work we want to do, and how we want to approach our work. At the very core of this focus is the concept of *the niche.* In today’s episode, we explore & combine multiple definitions of the term “niche,” describe The Mango House’s niche, and introduce some ideas to help you define your own. Whether you’re marketing business-to-business or business-to-consumer, you’ll gain insight from Rachel & Amy’s open-minded take on discovering & catering to your niche. We want to welcome YOU into our discussion! Follow/DM us on IG & Facebook to fill us in on possible podcast topics that thrill you, scare you, or catch your interest. Here at The Mango House, the sky’s the limit.Hosts: Rachel Bogardus & Amy StofenbergWeb Developer & Podcast Editor: Natalia FalcãoCopywriter: Frances RevelPhotographer: Meredith JohnsonIllustrator: Makenzie MorrowPodcast Music: Sara Rogers

The sun is high, the mornings are dewy, and The Mango House is in total celebration mode. On today’s episode, we unwind a bit to revel in the joys of St. Patty’s Day, the sweet relief of the equinox, and, most importantly, our very first clients! From the way we gush about the recent connections we’ve made, you’ll know that these aren’t just any first clients…They might be potential soul clients.Okay, maybe you’re a little lost…“I’ve heard of a soul mate, but—a soul CLIENT?” If that’s you, don’t fear. The Mango House Podcast is here to let you in on the concept of soul clients and validate your wish to really connect with the people you work with. Tune in to hear Rachel impart premium wisdom from her old business coach while Amy leads you through an exercise to help define your ideal client. We also touch on the discomfort of asking for help, the necessity of mutual respect, and the magic of the Akashic records. And we get a little frisky with our cocktail recommendations. (Can you blame us? We’ve got summer on our minds!) So grab your drink of choice, get comfortable, & enjoy some guided reflection. Gal the cat, who’s feeling the spring fever, too, can’t wait to greet you! Learn with us!Kara Melendy: Lightworkers Rise AcademyMakenzie Morrow: - Makadelic Art- Folk & Figs websiteHow to determine who your Soulmate Client are:Who is the type of person you most enjoy working with?Think in terms of personality, values, struggles they're facing, strengths that they have. Take time to free write on this really connecting to the energy of your soulmate client.How do they spend their time/hobbies?What are their biggest fears? Their dreams?How do they consume information?Think in terms of social media platforms, books they may read, online vs. in person, etc.What language do they use ?Think in terms of specific phrases and wordsWhat are 5 primary ways you help your soulmate clients solve their biggest struggles/challenges?How can their life positivity shift after working with you?Think in terms of external and internal results. What types of milestones are now possible for them after using your services?What are the top 3 qualities of your soulmate client?Top 3 qualities of a person you refuse to work with.This section will help you get clear with some boundaries in your business and the type of clients you want to magnetize.  We want to welcome YOU into our discussion! Follow/DM us on IG & Facebook to fill us in on possible podcast topics that thrill you, scare you, or catch your interest. Here at The Mango House, the sky’s the limit.Hosts: Rachel Bogardus & Amy StofenbergWeb Developer & Podcast Editor: Natalia FalcãoCopywriter: Frances RevelPhotographer: Meredith JohnsonIllustrator: Makenzie MorrowPodcast Music: Sara Rogers

The clock just gave us one more hour of that delicious, mango-bright sunlight. One more week & spring is officially here! While we wait for the flowers to bloom, we’re using this week’s episode to reflect on our own growth and highlight tools that’ll help you join us on the journey. Catch us on the air basking in our newfound brand identity, processing the ups and downs of launching The Mango House, and planning our next moves. With the help of a few personality tests (links below!), we discuss the value of self-awareness in our personal & professional lives. We show you our test results, nodding along with our lists of strengths and nervous-laughing as we reveal our weaknesses. Vulnerable, much? Amy takes a moment to appreciate Rachel’s go-getter nature while Rachel cheers on Amy’s mindful presence. The big question: how do we reconcile our differences and lean on our separate strengths for the benefit of our business and our hearts?We also announce our intentions for the #mangohousecreatives commitment, give you a peek into our Business Journal, and ponder the powers of language. We even get some relationship wisdom from My Big Fat Greek Wedding! Say adieu to the Monday blues with some soul-searching—Mango House-style.Learn with us:Meyers-Briggs Personality TestEnneagram TestHuman Design Personality TestThe Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery  by Ian Morgan Cron & Suzanne StabileStart your own Business Journal!Almost 30 Podcast (@almost30podcast)Jenna Zoe (@jennazoe)Kourtney (@dirtbabygrowsplants)The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks#mangohousecreatives#mangohousebookclub@mangohouseproductions  We want to welcome YOU into our discussion! Follow/DM us on IG & Facebook to fill us in on possible podcast topics that thrill you, scare you, or catch your interest. Here at The Mango House, the sky’s the limit.Hosts: Rachel Bogardus & Amy StofenbergWeb Developer & Podcast Editor: Natalia FalcãoCopywriter: Frances RevelPhotographer: Meredith JohnsonIllustrator: Makenzie MorrowPodcast Music: Sara Rogers

Welcome, one and all, to the debut episode of The Mango House Podcast! We’re Rachel & Amy, best friends-turned-co-founders of The Mango House, a digital marketing company that helps small business owners achieve their goals while maintaining a fulfilled, balanced lifestyle. Episode One is all about telling the story of The Mango House: the good, the juicy, and the not-so-easy. We talk about our own experiences of 2020, the year of all years. Rachel opens up about her life-changing decision to leave the corporate marketing industry to honor both her soul and her big dreams. Amy discusses the challenges and rewards of transitioning into the marketing industry while continuing her work as a Licensed Massage Therapist. Tune in for a breakdown of our services and an introduction to our mindset and values. We also extend an invitation to join monthly commitments aimed at embracing a joyful, intentional life. Celebrate all your wins with us, big and small, on this International Women’s Day. (Psst...Galaxy the cat makes her big debut, too!) Learn with us:The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks https://hendricks.com/IG: @mangohouseproductions We want to welcome YOU into our discussion! Follow/DM us on IG & Facebook to fill us in on possible podcast topics that thrill you, scare you, or catch your interest. Here at The Mango House, the sky’s the limit.Hosts: Rachel Bogardus & Amy StofenbergWeb Developer & Podcast Editor: Natalia FalcãoCopywriter: Frances RevelPhotographer: Meredith JohnsonIllustrator: Makenzie MorrowPodcast Music: Sara Rogers