It's finally here, THE episode you guys have been asking for -- my journey to reading 100 books in a year.  During this solo episode I'm sharing how I found my passion for reading all over again, and how I use it today as a form of self-care. We're also diving into my favorite niche of books, my top tips on utilizing all of the different book formats to your advantage, and how to use book reading as a gateway to form new habits in both your personal life and your business. RESOURCES: Audible Kindle & Kindle Unlimited  Goodreads  Your local library (google “public library (your town, state)” to find a library near you.) #cbfbookclub - a book club for busy creative entrepreneurs & coaches who want to read more for their business & personal growth  Check out the blog for a list of my favorite book over the last few year. -- READ MORE --> LET'S CONNECT: Instagram: @chelseabfoster Website: www.chelseabfoster.com Group Coaching Programs: www.chelseabfoster.com/services --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

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080 - THE BOOK EPISODE: Reading as a form of self-care & How I Decide Between Book Formats - audio, digital & physical

Annie is the owner + founder of Efficiently Annie LLC. After earning her MBA and with a decade in corporate marketing and operations experience under her belt, she ditched the power suit in pursuit of something more fulfilling. Led by her knack for project management and process organization, she developed a reputation as a dynamic and dependable virtual assistant. But it wasn’t long before she began to realize the need for creative businesses owners to build a stronger foundation of simple, streamlined, repeatable workflows that would sustain them as they evolved and inevitably grew. In this episode, Annie is sharing so many little nuggets of wisdom on how you can truly find the balance you need to design and live life on your terms. Annie is a master when it comes to systems, especially (my favorite) Asana, but her journey wasn't always as smooth sailing as it is today. As she dives into what success means to her, and only her, Annie also touches on her many moments of pivoting in her business and why giving yourself permission to be you will provide the room your business needs to grow and evolve the way it's supposed to. READ MORE... RESOURCES Asana - Our favorite place to manage projects & tasks Screenshot of inside Annie's Asana is available on the blog here CONNECT WITH ANNIE Website - https://www.anniemccarty.com/ Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/efficientlyannie/ Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/efficientlyannie Pinterest -  https://www.pinterest.com/efficientlyannie/ CONNECT WITH CHELSEA Instagram - @chelseabfoster Website - https://www.chelseabfoster.com #cbfbookclub - https://www.chelseabfoster.com/cbfbookclub Private & group coaching & mastermind programs - https://www.chelseabfoster.com/services --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

079 - Designing Your Business to Fit Your Life Through Planning, Executing, and Systems with Annie McCarty

Have you ever wanted or needed to take time off from your business but felt so much pressure to keep the wheels moving that you didn't even feel like it was an option? In this episode I'm sharing how I was able to take 2 full months off from my business (without it imploding!) - the systems I put in place and the mindset I had to allow myself to do take the time off.  I'm also sharing what I'm doing to improve on this in the future. And how you too can set yourself up for success (including a freebie). READ MORE... RESOURCES Freebie - 3 Things to Burnout-Proof Your Biz Freebie  #cbfbookclub - Monthly bookclub for creative entrepreneurs | Essentialism (September) & Profit First (October) Later - How I schedule all social media and most IG Stories Zapier - Automations for EVERYTHING Dubsado - How I automate my inquiry process & booking process Acuity - How I automate booking calls Voxer - How I communicate with my clients Out of Office Notification - How to set up your out of office message in Gmail CONNECT WITH CHELSEA Instagram - @chelseabfoster Website - https://www.chelseabfoster.com #cbfbookclub - https://www.chelseabfoster.com/cbfbookclub Private & group coaching & mastermind programs - https://www.chelseabfoster.com/services --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

078 - Lessons From Taking 2 Months Off

After quickly realizing a 9-5 desk job was not for her, Sandra Van Der Lee took initiative in creating her own business where she helps service-based businesses take back control over their days and their profit through eliminating, automating, and delegating. In this episode she's sharing how overcomplicating things leads to burn-out and how to prevent this from happening, along with finding scalability for your business the non-traditional way through planning and executing for your business' future.  Read more at http://www.burnoutproofyourbiz.com Want help creating the right systems and workflows for your business? Schedule a private 60-minute Strategy Session with me to get started today! Use code PODCASTLISTENER to get $50 off your first session https://www.chelseabfoster.com/strategysession CONNECT WITH SANDRA:  Website: https://sandravanderlee.com Instagram: @sandravdlee Facebook Page: @SandravdLee YouTube: https://sandravanderlee.com/youtube CONNECT WITH CHELSEA: Instagram: @chelseabfoster Website: www.chelseabfoster.com Courses: www.chelseabfoster.com/courses  Membership: The Empowered Boss Lab --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

077 - Finding Scalability for Your Business in an Unexpected Way with Sandra van der Lee

The other day I was talking to one of my clients about her podcast queue and how long it was, not to mention the 100+ unread emails sitting in her inbox from email lists she’d subscribed to. She was feeling totally overwhelmed by it and guilty that she wasn’t able to “get to it all.” So I shared a story with her from a few months after I started my first business. I was subscribed to over 1000 email lists and tried to read as many of them as I could - with a handful that I absolutely read every day. And this was back when people were regularly sending emails 5 days a week. There came a point where consuming that much content was actually undermining my confidence and ability to run my own business and I had to let go of them, stop consuming so much, and start taking action.You see, when I was focusing on trying to get through all that content and never miss out on a single piece of advice or tip or roadmap (or whatever else they were selling me), I no longer saw myself as the intelligent, confident person I'd always identified with. I don't want any of you to go as far down that rabbit hole as I did -- so in today's solo episode I'm sharing my story of how I took back my expertise and confidence when it came to consuming the right type of content that serves me and my business, and began living life as the best version of myself. Being subscribed to 1000+ emails, opting in for #allthethings and feeling completely lost and overwhelmed Taking back my power and seeing myself as the expert on my business How to recognize when something is no longer adding value, just adding more noise How you can give yourself permission to clear the clutter turn down the volume on all the noise How to let go of the content that's no longer serving you and your business (aka - stop hoarding content & knowledge) Recognizing what you actually need right now + going to find it Want to chat about how you can take back your expertise or let go of the constant FOMO?  DM me over on instagram - I’d love to chat with you about it!  If you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the voices in your inbox or on your podcast queue, I want to challenge you to really evaluate the content you are consuming and determine if it's actually adding value or just adding noise.  If it's adding noise, get rid of it ASAP. If it's adding value, keep it but give yourself permission to NOT have to read/listen to it all.  Trust that the right content will get in front of you at the right time for you to use it. Want help creating the right systems and workflows for your business?  Schedule a private 60-minute Strategy Session with me to get started today! Use code PODCASTLISTENER to get $50 off your first session --> https://www.chelseabfoster.com/strategysession Connect with Chelsea Instagram: @chelseabfoster (https://www.instagram.com/chelseabfoster) Website: www.chelseabfoster.com Courses: www.chelseabfoster.com/courses  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

076 - When Consuming Content is Actually Bad for You (and what to do about it)

Eden Fried is a successful digital product coach and owner of Rebel Boss Summit - a virtual summit. A few years ago she found herself at her brother's wedding in Budapest sitting across from her brother, listening to him convince her to not go to Law School, but to start her own business instead. When she got back home, she started a blog that turned into a way for her to make money selling digital products - and never went to Law School.  Fast forward a few years, she now teaches other creatives how to turn their passions into profitable online businesses by selling their digital products as well.  On today's episode Eden is diving deep into the world of tripwires and giving us all her tips and tricks on navigating them, why she swears by them, along with her top 3 benefits when it comes to tripwires and why it's so important to take time for you, and close your computer before you hit burnout. RESOURCES: Rebel Boss Online Summit* -- happening next week! (July 22-26)  Deadline Funnel Evergreen countdown timer Page Expiration Robot Teachable Thinkific Gumroad Sendowl Thrivecart Kajabi* - my personal favorite Tripwire Checklist from Eden  Rebel Boss Ladies Podcast CONNECT WITH EDEN: Instagram: @edenfried  Website: https://edenfried.com/ Podcast: Rebel Boss Ladies Podcast  Register for the Rebel Boss Summit* for FREE (or grab your All-Access Pass for all the goodies!) CONNECT WITH CHELSEA: Instagram: @chelseabfoster Website: www.chelseabfoster.com Courses: www.chelseabfoster.com/courses  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

075 - The Secret Sauce to Marketing Using Tripwires with Eden Fried of Rebel Boss Ladies

A few weeks ago while in Missouri, I spilled a venti cup of coffee on my laptop ... but I actually didn't freak out. During this solo episode I'm sharing why I didn't freak out, the online file management tools that I swear by, and what you can do to prepare for any eventuality when it comes to making sure the files on your computer or laptop stay safe.  In this episode... How I didn't freak out when spilling a massive cup of coffee on my laptop The steps I took to prevent damage to my laptop and what you can do to prepare for the inevitable Why I love Google Drive & Dropbox RESOURCES: Dropbox* Google Drive  Zapier Read more at www.burnoutproofyourbiz.com Want help figuring out what alignment means for you and your business? Schedule a private 60-minute Strategy Session with me to get started today! Use code PODCASTLISTENER to get $50 off your first session https://www.chelseabfoster.com/strategysession CONNECT WITH CHELSEA: Instagram: @chelseabfoster Website: www.chelseabfoster.com Learn with me: www.chelseabfoster.com/courses  Work with me: www.chelseabfoster.com/workwithme *Links may contain affiliate content. THANK YOU for supporting this small business if you choose to purchase through these links! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

074 -The Online File Management Tools I Swear By

Wendy Garrido helps spiritually minded experts get into alignment with who you are today. She's an expert at finding creative solutions where other people see roadblocks. In this episode she's sharing what she's learned about herself, the world, and business along her journey, and what parts transformed her life forever. She's giving us so many amazing tips on how to recognize what's important to remain present, how to connect with that voice inside your head, and why it's best to be looking at what you want to do vs. what you should be doing. Wendy is also giving us guidance on practicing recognizing the alarm sounds in your mind and body when you’re not paying attention to your truth, ways to seek out solutions when you’re feeling disconnected, and her best tips and suggestions on paying attention to what’s truly important to help you remain present in your day to day life. Download your freebie from Wendy: liveyourtruthmanifesto.com Read more at www.burnoutproofyourbiz.com Want help figuring out what alignment means for you and your business? Schedule a private 60-minute Strategy Session with me to get started today! Use code PODCASTLISTENER to get $50 off your first session https://www.chelseabfoster.com/strategysession Connect with Chelsea Instagram: @chelseabfoster Website: www.chelseabfoster.com Learn with me: www.chelseabfoster.com/courses  Work with me: www.chelseabfoster.com/workwithme Connect with Wendy Freebie: liveyourtruthmanifesto.com Website: www.wendygarrido.com Medium @wendygarrido Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WendyWGarrido/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

073 - Getting Out of Your Head and Into Your Body with Wendy Garrido

Kate Jones is the owner of Kate Waldo + Co. and she helps bloggers and influencers who are sick of spending countless hours on administrative work, get and stay organized with the admin tasks of their business so that they can get back to doing what they love.  In today’s episodes, we geek out a little over systems, outsourcing, and automations in your business. (You know I love those things too!) We're breaking down what to outsource and knowing when it's time to get support, Kate's favorite systems she uses for herself and her clients, and how to choose your "queen bee" role in your business in the beginning to allow your business to flow so much easier.  "You don't need to reinvent the wheel every time." - Kate Jones Read more at www.burnoutproofyourbiz.com RESOURCES: Profit First* & Clockwork* by Mike Michalowicz Asana - project & task management Slack - chat app Hubspot - marketing & sales automation Dubsado* - Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) (use coupon code "chelseabfoster" to get 20% off your first payment) Hubdoc - document management Mile IQ - track your drives & mileage automatically Tailwind* - post to Pinterest Quickbooks, Wave, or Xero - financial software Square, Stripe, PayPal - payment processors Want help creating the right systems and workflows for your business? Schedule a private 60-minute Strategy Session with me to get started today! Use code PODCASTLISTENER to get $50 off your first session --> https://www.chelseabfoster.com/strategysession CONNECT WITH KATE: Website: https://www.katewaldoandco.com Instagram: @katewaldoandco Facebook: @katewaldoandco CONNECT WITH CHELSEA: Instagram: @chelseabfoster Website: www.chelseabfoster.com Learn how to organize your biz: www.chelseabfoster.com/courses  Join the Empowered Boss Lab membership community: https://www.theempoweredbosslab.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

071 - Identifying Your "Queen Bee" role & Realigning Your Focus In Your Business Through Systems and Outsourcing with Kate Jones of Kate Waldo + Co

Welcome to Season 2! I've learned a lot over the past year of producing the podcast and I'm spilling the beans on my top 5 lessons. And guess what? They apply to more than just podcasting! In fact, they apply to your entire business. I'm also recapping the most played episodes, the most popular advice from Season 1, and what you can expect this season! By popular demand I'm bringing back the "This or That" segment! (Y'all spoke LOUD and clear on instagram stories - 100% of you that voted wanted it back.) And... we are starting a book club! Details are coming soon in a separate episode. We'll be reading our first book together all summer and chatting about it in August. First up is Essentialism.  In this episode... Lessons learned in my first year of podcasting The most popular advice from Season 1 guests (it's good!) Your favorite episodes from Season 1  What to expect in Season 2 It's official... the CBF Book Club is happening! Book 01 is Essentialism. More details coming soon!  Connect with Chelsea Instagram: @chelseabfoster https://www.instagram.com/chelseabfoster Website: www.chelseabfoster.com Join The Empowered Boss Lab: www.theempoweredbosslab.com  Book your 1:1 60-min Strategy Session: www.chelseabfoster.com/strategysession (use code PODCASTLISTENER to get $50 off your first session) Top Episodes from Season 1: Episode 001  Episode 025 Episode 019 Episode 055 Episode 022 Episode 015 Episode 051 Episode 058 Episode 065 Episode 045 Episode 049 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

070 - Welcome to Season 2: Lessons Learned from 1 Year of Podcasting

Sarah Williams is the owner of Rebel Office and during this live episode she's sharing her go-to systems for setting up and running your business and life properly through intention setting, mindfulness, and workflows. She's also sharing the importance of stepping away from your laptop to get outside every single day and soaking in the moments of gratitude to allow yourself to receive more.  Resources: Asana — Our favorite to-do list and project management app. Want an Asana training? DM Chelsea on Instagram @chelseabfoster to let me know what you want. CBF Episode 25 with Quianna Marie: https://www.chelseabfoster.com/blog/podcast/5-ways-to-increase-the-client-experience-create-deeper-relationships-without-spending-a-dime-with-quianna-marie CBF Episode 11 with Laura Voss: https://www.chelseabfoster.com/blog/podcast/blazing-your-own-path-and-finding-your-passion-with-laura-voss Templates for contracts & other legal docs - my favorite are from Your Legal BFF by Annette Stepanian* Hello Sign & Dropbox integration Zapier - for all your custom integrations and automations Want help learning how to be your boss - from setting your schedule to planning out your launches and working with clients? Schedule a private 60-minute Strategy Session with me to get started today! Use code PODCASTLISTENER to get $50 off your first session  https://www.chelseabfoster.com/strategysession   Connect with Sarah: Website: www.rebeloffice.ca Instagram: @rebeloffice  Rebel Office Membership: http://rebeloffice.ca/join/ Strategy Call / Apply for Sarah’s Accountability Program: http://bit.ly/ro-strategy-call Connect with Chelsea: Instagram: @chelseabfoster Website: www.chelseabfoster.com Courses: www.chelseabfoster.com/courses    --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

069 - Enriching Your Life and Business with Systems and Workflows with Sarah Williams of Rebel Office

Tonya is back for part two on the podcast! And we're chatting all about mindset, the power of visualization, her go-to tips to mentally prepare for launches in our businesses and as athletes, plus how to move forward despite fear and work through resistance when it comes to building a team.   Tonya helps both athletes and entrepreneurs overcome limiting beliefs so they can take back their power to move forward in your business or sport to achieve the level of success they desire.   Resources: Episode 35 | Tonya's previous episode: https://www.chelseabfoster.com/blog/podcast/overcoming-your-fears-and-learning-to-rewrite-the-stories-in-your-head-with-tonya-vanderhart   Want help learning how to be your boss - from setting your schedule to planning out your launches and working with clients? Schedule a private 60-minute Strategy Session with me to get started today! Use code PODCASTLISTENER to get $50 off your first session  https://www.chelseabfoster.com/strategysession      Connect with Tonya: Instagram: @vibrantambition Website: www.vibrantambition.com Connect with Chelsea: Instagram: @chelseabfoster Website: www.chelseabfoster.com The Empowered Boss Lab: www.theempoweredbosslab.com  Read more at: www.burnoutproofyourbiz.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

067 - Taking Back Your Power to Prepare For Your Next Launch - tips to stay sane, let go of the fear, and shift your energy when launching your next thing with Tonya Vanderhart

Hannah is a Lifestyle Design Consultant who helps people break their goals, dreams, and desires into actionable steps and then holds them accountable so they can make it happen. In this episode, Hannah shares what exactly "lifestyle design" is and how we can apply it to businesses so we can feel more fulfilled without all the non-stop hustle, plus why she chooses to do things that feel good above all else.   Resources: Using Your Mission & Vision Statements to Simplify Decision Making - Ep 12 of the Burnout-Proof Your Biz Podcast https://www.chelseabfoster.com/blog/podcast/using-your-mission-vision-statements-to-simplify-decision-making What's Your Purpose (Journaling Activity) - Ep 58 of the Burnout-Proof Your Biz Podcast https://www.chelseabfoster.com/blog/podcast/journaling-activity-whats-your-purpose CBF Take a Breath & Reset Challenge to reconnect with why you are doing this business & what's important https://www.chelseabfoster.com/take-a-breath-and-reset CBF Spring Cleaning for Your Biz Masterclass to edit out the chaos and clarity on where you are headed. https://www.chelseabfoster.com/spring-cleaning-for-your-biz   Want help learning how to be your boss - from setting your schedule to planning out your launches and working with clients? Schedule a private 60-minute Strategy Session with me to get started today! Use code PODCASTLISTENER to get $50 off your first session  https://www.chelseabfoster.com/strategysession      Connect with Hannah: Website: www.hannahmckeelyoung.com Instagram: @hannahmckeelyoung Facebook Group: The Dream Life Society  Podcast: Yes Please!   Connect with Chelsea: Instagram: @chelseabfoster Website: www.chelseabfoster.com Join The Empowered Boss Lab: www.theempoweredbosslab.com Read more at www.burnoutproofyourbiz.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

065 - How to Build a Thriving Business With Less Hustle and More Flow with Hannah McKeel Young

Braden is your gay best friend but an attorney who can also do your taxes. Helping you reduce confusion and stress when it comes to filing the right paperwork when starting a business. And today he's here to share how you can launch your business legally. Plus the different types of business entities, what they mean, and which one is ideal for you.   Be sure to follow Braden on Instagram and check out his website for all of his amazing courses, freebies, and services he has available!   Read more at www.burnoutproofyourbiz.com   Want help creating learning how to be your boss - from setting your schedule to planning out your launches and working with clients?  Schedule a private 60-minute Strategy Session with me to get started today! Use code PODCASTLISTENER to get $50 off your first session  https://www.chelseabfoster.com/strategysession    Connect with Braden: Instagram: @bradenadamdrake Website: www.bradendrakelaw.com Creativepreneur Community: www.creativepreneur.community Facebook Group: The Creativepreneur Community:www.facebook.com/groups/375843312994732   Connect with Chelsea: Instagram: @chelseabfoster  Website: www.chelseabfoster.com The Empowered Boss Lab: www.theempoweredbosslab.com  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

063 - Launching Your Business Legally with Braden Drake

Brainstorming as a Solopreneur Carrie Anton and Jessica Nordskog Carrie & Jessica met while working at American Girl, and are now the business owners of Wonder: An Idea Studio where they offer creative training sessions and guided brainstorming services when product, process, and other ideation solutions are needed. On today's episode they're sharing a few of their favorite brainstorming techniques for solopreneurs that are featured in their upcoming book: Me, Myself & Ideas: The Ultimate Guide to Brainstorming Solo. Want to win a copy of their book Me, Myself & Ideas? Head on over to instagram to enter. Look for the post about this episode. Read more at: www.burnoutproofyourbiz.com     Want help creating learning how to be your boss - from setting your schedule to planning out your launches and working with clients?  Schedule a private 60-minute Strategy Session with me to get started today! Use code PODCASTLISTENER to get $50 off your first session  https://www.chelseabfoster.com/strategysession      Tools we discussed... Pre-order Me, Myself & Ideas - https://wonderideastudio.com/me-myself-ideas/ or through Amazon: https://amzn.to/2G0BGt1* Burnout-Proof Your Biz Episode 051: with Ashley Hasty Burnout-Proof Your Biz Episode 047: with Kelly Marcyniuk   Connect with the Carrie & Jessica: Pre-order Me, Myself & Ideas - https://wonderideastudio.com/me-myself-ideas/ Wonder: An Idea Studio Website - https://wonderideastudio.com/ Instagram - @wonderideastudio   Connect with Chelsea: Instagram: @chelseabfoster  Website: www.chelseabfoster.com Join The Empowered Boss Lab: www.theempoweredbosslab.com  Book your Private Strategy Session: www.chelseabfoster.com/strategysession (use code PODCASTLISTENER to get $50 off your first session) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

061 - Brainstorming as a Solopreneur with Carrie Anton and Jessica Nordskog

The Burnout-Proof Your Biz podcast, hosted by productivity and workflow specialist and coach, Chelsea B Foster, showcases entrepreneurs that are building amazing businesses their way, explores how you can prevent burnout in your business by letting go of the chaos & overwhelm, and shares how you can give yourself permission to run your business AND live your dream life on your own terms. Each episode includes a challenge to give yourself permission to become the expert on managing your business & life. You started your business to have more freedom. Let's help you find it! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chelseabfoster/support

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