“By believing that you can make the perceived impossible possible, you’re opening up a whole new opportunity realm.”- Shelagh CumminsAre you looking for a little bit of insight into how to make your 2023 the best it can be (without having to choose a “word for the year” or journal about the past 12 months)? If so, then this episode is for you — I’m sharing three vital lessons that will help you find more success with less struggle.Here’s a sneak peek: when you take your business results as a personal failure, you’re setting yourself up for disappointment and frustration — and, eventually, you’ll probably wind up shutting down your business! This year, I want you to take a step back and disconnect your sense of self-value from your business outcomes. Sure, your marketing may need a little tweaking, but that doesn’t reflect who you are as a person.Want to hear more? Listen now to learn why you need to show yourself more grace during launches, why some popular ideas around goal-setting may not hit the mark, and what fear can do for us.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How to stop fighting so hard to get the results that you want in your business — and what to do insteadHow you may be inadvertently limiting your accomplishments through the process of setting your goals — and how to welcome a wealth of possibilitiesWhy you need to stop fearing fear (and how it can teach us the lesson of courage)  Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro02:28  Stop fighting with your business03:38  “Success” & self-worth08:06  Setting attainable goals10:06  Capital Access Program example12:08  What’s your goal?13:40  Nothing wrong with fear ‌Links:‌ ‌Capital Access Programhttps://www.theroadtoseven.com/capital-access-program To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins 

“Let’s just try it and see if it works — and if people are into it, then we’ll keep doing more of THAT.”- Chris GrahamThroughout his career, Chris Graham worked at one the world’s top banking law firms and one of Canada’s top Indigenous rights law firms — before leaving the legal profession to launch his own business as a speaking coach. Since then, he has taught over 8,000 people how to create better connections with their teams and clients through his TellPeople brand. As a matter of fact, he helped me get onto the TEDx stage!Tune in to hear about how Chris handles the challenges and lows of entrepreneurship, the biggest question he asks potential clients during discovery calls, and why he is the “most retired” person I’ve had on the podcast!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌Why the most important thing you can do on stage is to detach from the outcome of your performace The importance of knowing your lane and your most powerful opportunities for creating impact  Why you need to learn how to say No as you become more successfulAbout Guest: Chris Graham teaches lawyers and other professionals how to connect with their clients and teams. Since 2016, he’s trained over 8,000 people at North America’s leading law firms, large and small companies, government agencies, and charities. In 2022, he was Head of Speaker Coaching at TEDxToronto and the Storyteller-in-Residence at Manifest Climate, a global technology firm.Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro04:11  Meet Chris Graham05:44  “Consolidating the markup”07:25  Getting his first client10:51  Being persistent & discovering his value12:33  Selling in integrity16:40  Learning how to say no17:38  Chris’s workshops & process20:13  Handling challenges21:51  Detaching from outcomes25:01  Onboarding question25:47  Key turning points30:37  What he knows now34:40  What’s nextLinks:‌Chris Grahamhttps://www.tellpeople.cahttps://ca.linkedin.com/in/chris-graham-a94b97b7To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“When you figure out how you want to feel and begin to reverse-engineer that, that’s where the magic happens.”-Heather ChauvinYou will not want to miss today’s powerful interview! My guest Heather Chauvin started her career as a social worker, but pivoted sharply in 2013 when she received a stage 4 cancer diagnosis and experienced a significant mindset shift. Now, Heather is a celebrated leadership coach who helps women thrive in all areas in their lives, on their own terms, hosts the Emotionally Uncomfortable podcast, where she helps her listeners conquer their fear, create the lives they want, and become the women they were born to be, and is the author of Dying To Be A Good Mother: How I Dropped the Guilt and Took Control of My Life & Parenting.In this episode, she shares some truly valuable lessons regarding embracing discomfort, cultivating vulnerability, and better understanding our emotional selves.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How reconnecting with the feminine nature of ‘being,’ rather than ‘doing,’ will help you be more present for the people in your lifeWhy it can feel so hard to take action — and what we are ACTUALLY resisting What can happen when you shift your focus from the end result to the journeyHeather Chauvin is a leadership coach who helps successful women courageously and authentically live, work, and parent on their own terms. She has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, Real Simple Magazine, Mind Body Green, Google, and more.Highlights:‌02:58  Meet Heather Chauvin05:31  Leaving social work & receiving diagnosis08:27  Doing v. being15:32  Perfectionism as a coping strategy19:11  Resistance to feeling23:10  It’s okay to feel uncomfortable27:45  Dying To Be A Good Mother30:29  Moving to the next level36:01  What she knows now36:54  What’s nextLinks:‌Heather Chauvinhttps://heatherchauvin.comhttps://heatherchauvin.com/book-orderhttps://www.facebook.com/heatherchauvincoachingInstagram: @heatherchauvin_The Energy Finder QuizTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“What’s really important to us is that whatever leaves our hands with our name on it is top of the line.”-Trisha PituraGet ready to be inspired! In this episode of the Road to Seven, I sit down with Trisha Pitura and Mélanie Bernard, the founders of the online boutique and manufacturing company MINI TIPI. Through the MINI TIPI brand, Trisha and Mélanie design, make, and sell products featuring gorgeous, authentic Indigenous designs — and use their profits and platform to support artists and their community.In this thoughtful conversation, we explore the importance of story to the pieces sold through their brand, the impact that they hope to create for their families, team, and their wider community, and the biggest challenges they’ve faced along the way.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How Trisha’s hobby of sewing baby wash cloths evolved into a successful clothing and accessories brandThe process of turning a design idea into a finished product — and how they work with their artistsHow they have successfully maintained their friendship while growing their business partnershipAbout Guests: MINI TIPI was founded in 2016 by Trisha Pitura and Mélanie Bernard. It is a women-owned manufacturing company that designs, creates, and sells beautiful products that are made for everyone. They use authentic indigenous designs to celebrate and reclaim Canadian art and culture. Their exclusive designs are woven on beautiful, high-quality, eco-friendly fabric in Italy. They design, cut, and sew all their products in Gatineau, Quebec, with their amazing team.  Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro03:38  Meet Trisha Pitura & Mélanie Bernard04:49  MINI TIPI origin08:03  MINI TIPI evolution10:08  Exclusivity & symbolism13:01  From design to fabric13:51  Funding16:14  Biggest challenges21:56  Mixing business & friendship25:29  Hiring28:55  Impact32:02  What they know now34:01  What’s nextLinks:‌MINI TIPIwww.minitipi.cawww.linkedin.com/company/mini-tipiwww.facebook.com/minitipiTiktok: @minitipi.caInstagram: @mini.tipiTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!Join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.” I’d love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“Women access only 4% of the lending capital that is available.”- Shelagh CumminsHave you ever tried to access a loan, a line of credit, or a credit card for your company… and been turned down? Even if you were already successful? For women entrepreneurs (myself included), this is an all-too-common experience.It’s a sad reality that many smart, ambitious, and capable female entrepreneurs struggle to access the funding they need to grow and scale their businesses. Even as women continue to found a significant number of micro- and small businesses, women entrepreneurs remain the most overlooked and undervalued sector of the economy by banks and investors.At the Road to Seven Capital Inc., we are working hard to rewrite the rules of business financing for women through our Capital Access Program, which will provide women entrepreneurs with access to game-changing micro-loans ranging from $5k to $50k!This episode dives into the dysfunctional loan application and approval process that many women struggle with as they seek funding from conventional sources — and how we are working to change things.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌Why and how the current loan application and approval process is broken — and what that means for women entrepreneursA breakdown of how our Capital Access Program works and why it offers so much more than fundingWhy women entrepreneurs are an incredible investment  Highlights:‌ ‌01:02  Intro02:07  Why micro-loans?03:39  Conventional sources of capital05:43  Building a business on credit cards07:15  Line of credit, payday loans & revenue08:55  Statistics10:15  Loan application & approval process11:52  Capital Access Program14:29  Why invest in women?Links:‌ ‌Capital Access Programhttps://www.theroadtoseven.com/capital-access-program   To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins 

“The excitement of starting a business can sometimes blind us from truly understanding the challenges that we may have ahead.”- Andreea VanackerDr. Andreea Vanacker is the founder and CEO of SPARKX5, a mental well-being technology company that helps organizations elevate their human potential and create cultures of curiosity and growth. Her work focuses on finding synergies between neuroscience, positive psychology, leadership, human resilience, and purpose. While SPARKX5 was founded just a couple of years ago, Andreea has since expanded it into an impressive North American empire!In this conversation, Andreea shares her biggest challenges, most powerful mindset shifts, and the inspiration behind her first book and program, Successonality.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌What led Andreea to become a serial entrepreneur — and how she landed her first clientThe foundational pieces that Andreea put in place BEFORE leaving her corporate position in order to better enjoy her entrepreneurial journeyHow Andreea’s psychological and neuroscience background helped her to prepare for her TED TalkAbout Guest: Dr. Andreea D. Vanacker is an author of three books, an international speaker, and has been featured in over 100 Forbes and Fast Company articles on topics that inspire leaders to create human-centric organizations and individuals to thrive. She is the founder and CEO of SPARKX5 and a partner in the 5th Element, an impact consultancy firm. Andreea holds a Ph.D. in Economics, with degrees in Business and Finance, and speaks four languages.Highlights:‌01:17  Intro02:52  Meet Dr. Andreea Vanacker04:33  Getting her first client07:14  Successonality10:15  Leaving the corporate world12:26  Start-up mode14:05  Sales & marketing16:35  Pricing18:13  Kindness & gratitude22:17  Health crisis & funding27:42  What she knows now29:22  What’s nextLinks:‌Andreea Vanackerhttps://www.sparkx5.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/andreeadutescuhttps://www.successonality.comHow to Find Joy in Adversityhttps://www.ted.com/talks/dr_andreea_vanacker_how_to_find_joy_in_adversityTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business! Join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.” I’d love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below.Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“Just because there is economic turmoil all around us, it doesn’t mean we have to be affected.”- Shelagh CumminsIf you’ve become worried about and preoccupied with what COULD happen during the recession, then this episode will help you refocus on your next power moves and set yourself up for your best-case scenario!Cards on the table: there WILL be an economic downturn. That is a fact. In fact, the recession has already begun — you may have already noticed an effect on your own finances or on the finances of those close to you. But focusing on the things that you can’t control takes your attention away from those you CAN.Tune in to learn the moves that you can make right now to recession-proof your business, how lessons learned during the pandemic will help you stay on track during the downturn, and why the looming recession holds a secret silver lining for entrepreneurs!Remember — if you survived the pandemic, then you’re already strong enough to get through the recession!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌Why being a small business owner at this moment is actually advantageous  Two questions that can help drive every decision you make during a time of crisisWhen you should decline offers or upgrades when it comes to new loans or lines of credit — and when you should acceptHighlights:‌ ‌01:03  Intro02:20  What is a recession?03:30  Our advantages04:41  Pandemic lessons06:22  Cash flow & stockpiling08:13  Releasing dead weight09:49  Monitoring your accounts11:17  Taking on new debt14:04  Why me?16:02  Why now?18:26  Recap ‌Links:‌ ‌Capital Access Programhttps://www.theroadtoseven.com/capital-access-program   To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins 

“If I have the right mindset, I can deal with anything… part of my growth has been to learn how I can switch from one mindset to the other quickly.”- Emily ChungEmily Chung has always been driven to succeed, even if her road to success has had the occasional speed-bump! Emily is a licenced Automotive Service Technician and the owner of AutoNiche, a family-friendly auto repair shop. Emily founded AutoNiche to offer her clients a friendlier and less intimidating auto repair experience, providing non-judgmental and empowering client service from reputable mechanics.Dive into this fascinating conversation to discover Emily’s experiences as a woman in the automotive industry, the biggest lessons that she has learned along the way, and the benefit of throwing yourself a “structured pity party” (it really works)!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll learn:‌What led Emily down the road to owning an auto repair shop after earning a Psychology in Business degree and starting a career as a psychometristHow she has grown a business that is strongly and unapologetically shaped by her valuesPowerful reframes and mindset shifts that you can start implementing right now!About Guest: Emily Chung owns and operates AutoNiche, an auto repair shop in Markham. She is a licensed Automotive Service Technician and teaches in the Automotive Business School of Canada at Georgian College, while currently completing her Executive MBA. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Automotive Aftermarket Retailers of Ontario, has appeared on various media including Breakfast Television and Cityline, and is a proud mom of two teen boys.  Highlights:‌01:02  Intro02:59  Meet Emily Chung06:11  Path to entrepreneurship07:31  Gender & automotive industry12:23  Leading with values & intention17:47  Mindset & adaptability21:17  Opportunities & pity parties24:30  Making decisions27:56  Skills are key29:39  Perceptions31:31  What she knows now33:36  What’s nextLinks:‌Emily Chunghttps://autoniche.cahttps://www.facebook.com/AutoNicheTwitter: @autonicheincInstagram: @autonicheincTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” . I'd also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“Your business is not about you.”- Shelagh CumminsHave you been hiding away when you should have been showing up, speaking out, and selling your offers? If you’ve been hoping that your offers will sell themselves, then you definitely want to listen to this episode!It’s no secret that many entrepreneurs consider sales to be their least favourite part of running their business — and often their weakest skill. “Selling” can conjure up the image of a sleazy, pushy salesman, but letting others know about the incredible transformation that your offer can provide is actually a service. Think about it: if you see someone struggling and you know that your offer could help them thrive, then aren't you doing them a disservice by not sharing it?You should be selling your program wherever you are, whenever you can, whether you’re on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, email, LinkedIn, or bumping elbows at a conference or networking event. Press play to discover a powerful way to reframe the act of selling — and what you must understand about the word “no”!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll learn:‌ ‌Why building your marketing around avoiding a “no” prevents you from truly serving your audience Why it can actually be a GOOD thing to lose newsletter subscribers through selling to your listA great rule-of-thumb when it comes to including your products in your content   Highlights:‌ ‌01:02  Intro03:23  Your business is bigger than YOU04:54  Selling to your mailing list06:09  Content creation07:23  Spread the word everywhere09:16  Speaker example11:34  My program example12:39  Recap15:43  Feelings aren’t permanent ‌Links:‌ ‌To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins 

“We were committed to making a great living doing what we love, as women and as proud moms… don’t underestimate us. We’re killers, even from our kitchens!”- Erica EhmEver wondered what’s it like to live nine lives? Erica Ehm is an entrepreneur, interviewer, author, playwright, awarding-winning songwriter, sought-after speaker… and an absolute trailblazer when it comes to content marketing and social media. If you’re musically-minded, you may know Erica as one of the original MuchMusic VJs and host of the Reinvention of the VJ podcast.As the CIO of digital marketing agency Ehm & Co, she currently helps connect brands with moms, but knowing Erica, this is far from the final chapter of her entrepreneurial story!Before Erica found success in each of the areas she’s ventured into, she first had to make her mistakes, both big and small, and learn valuable lessons in turn. In this episode, we explore the challenges that she faced along the way and how she has been able to successfully reinvent herself, time after time.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How a request from a would-be advertiser led Erica to launch an entirely new venture The worst business decision Erica has EVER made — and how she recovered When she knew that it was time to sell her businessAbout Guest: Erica Ehm is Chief Innovation Officer of Ehm & Co, an award-winning digital marketing agency that helps brands connect with moms, as well as Publisher of YMC.ca, a platform created for moms by moms. Her collaboration with health researchers earned her a Governor General’s Innovation Award nomination.   Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro01:35  Meet Erica Ehm03:04  Yummy Mummy Club07:38  Ehm & Co08:29  Building a team & vision12:09  Business finances & big mistake18:41  Red flags & credentials21:18  Feminine leadership26:20  Business loan28:24  Time to sell32:28  What she knows now34:16  What’s next ‌Links:‌ ‌Erica Ehmwww.linkedin.com/in/ericaehm https://www.facebook.com/EricaEhmIsHere Twitter: @EricaEhmInstagram: @EricaEhm  To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: 

“You have to have a price that honours the cost and the value of what it is that you’re bringing.”- Shelagh CumminsHave you been asked for a discount or been told that your fees are “too high” lately? As the pandemic drags on and our economy becomes more unstable, you may have found that people are becoming more comfortable trying to negotiate lower pricing for your offers — even if your pricing has remained consistent throughout.Perhaps you’ve even started to wonder whether your prices ARE too high… but I’m here to tell you to stay firm. Lowering your prices simply out of guilt is the kiss of death for your business, because you cannot light yourself on fire in order to keep someone else warm. Remember: you chose your pricing for a reason. It needs to not only cover your operations, taxes, and salary, it needs to create profit! This episode dives into the psychology and practicalities behind money, including the emotional story that you have attached to your pricing, why you MUST feel confident in your pricing, and what can happen when you create any wiggle-room in what you charge.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How your own money behaviours influence the way that others approach you and your businessWhy you need to be secure, comfortable, and confident in your pricing in order to avoid being challenged or taken advantage ofWhy you absolutely need to OWN the true value of your product — and then make sure that you always sell it with integrity!   Highlights:‌ ‌01:04  Intro01:50  YOU set the money terms03:14  The story behind your price04:22  Why your pricing is what it is05:21  Feel comfortable with your pricing06:28  Why shouldn’t you lower your fees?08:13  Sell with integrity11:13  Own the value of your product14:33  It costs money to run a business16:02  Role modelling18:13  Recap ‌Links:‌ ‌To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comMicro v. Macro Pricing Episode 87Stay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it! You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you! Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins  

“There was lots of evidence that I was not going to work as a solopreneur… I wanted to be a CEO of an organization.”- Heather NelsonSometimes you need to rewire a few of your deepest core beliefs if you want to scale and grow your business to its fullest and most lucrative potential. Heather Nelson, founder of boutique fundraising consultancy BridgeRaise, did just that — and has since grown her business beyond her wildest dreams.Heather started her business in 2017 with the simple goals of being self-employed and having a travel fund. Embracing a larger vision and dramatically expanding her goals were absolutely key to developing her ability to build a business that is not only aligned with her values and zone of genius, but is also profitable. In this conversation, we discuss Heather’s evolution from self-employed to CEO, and the mindset shifts that led her to incredible success!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌Two pivotal decisions that allowed Heather to make major shifts in her business Why you must be able to align your integrity with the value that you bring to your clientsThe financial model that enabled Heather to begin building an amazing teamAbout Guest: Heather Nelson is a corporate partnership and sponsorship expert who founded and leads a boutique fundraising consultancy, BridgeRaise. Heather and her team help nonprofits raise more money from companies through a practical and strategic approach that fits organizations of all sizes. Having been around for over 5 years, BridgeRaise hasworked with hundreds of charities helping them build aligned corporate partnerships.  Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro04:04  Meet Heather Nelson05:05  Shifting beliefs07:57  Finding evidence09:44  Aligning your integrity & your value11:35  From self-employed to leader14:27  First hire15:59  Cashflow & hiring18:48  Biggest challenge22:35  “What if this doesn’t work?”24:41  What she knows now26:04  What’s nextLinks:‌ ‌Heather Nelsonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nelsonheather https://www.bridgeraise.com To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“The gratitude for what you have already and the desire to keep growing is literally what’s going to keep you going!”- Shelagh CumminsWhen it seems as though your goals are out of reach, no matter how hard you work, it’s easy to feel frustrated — and even to consider throwing in the towel and heading back to the corporate world. If that’s how you feel right now, you’ll want to tune into this episode!If you feel as though you’re constantly falling behind when trying to reach your goals, the problem may lie in the timelines that you attach to them, rather than in your efforts. Tune in for a frank and honest discussion about the importance of being patient when pursuing your goals, knowing when to adjust your timelines, and having the courage to make the right choice between “easy” and “fulfilling”.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌My own 14-year journey to success — and the driving force that has kept me going all this timeWhy you won’t always see the progress that you’re making at first glance (and the importance of taking the time to reflect)Why falling behind on your timeline should NOT mean the end of your ambitions!   Highlights:‌ ‌01:07  Leaving teaching07:43  Back to school09:14  Privilege & motivation11:21  14 year journey12:45  Why I didn’t stop15:27  Adjusting your timelines16:38  Gratitude exercise19:01  Just keep going! ‌Links:‌ ‌To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!  You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you! Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins  

“Figure out what you love doing so much that you don’t mind that you’re not getting paid, and then figure out how to get paid.”-Christina FlachWhen celebrity makeup artist and fashion commentator Christina Flach was unable to find a flattering lip gloss that was long-lasting and moisturizing enough, she decided to take matters into her own hands and create her own formula — even though she had ZERO prior experience with product development.The result? Christina is now the CEO of Pretty Girl Makeup, a brand that offers clean, vegan, cruelty-free cosmetics that are made with simple, natural ingredients!Listen now to learn about Christina’s journey through the product development process, how and why her marketing has evolved throughout the years, and how she balances her professional success as a single mother.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How Christina built up her brand without Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter Why Christina decided to bring in investors after successfully self-funding her business How she keeps herself on track to meet her goals while feeling positive and balancedChristina Flach is a single mother with four kids and the creator and CEO of Pretty Girl Makeup. Christina has worked with some of the most recognizable faces, brands, and publications, and her company continues to grow. Additionally, Christina is a fashion commentator for the publication Soap Opera Digest.  Highlights:‌00:53  Meet Christina Flach01:45  Christina’s journey05:12  Product development 06:11  Marketing with & without social media09:04  Bringing in investors11:46  Motherhood & entrepreneurship13:46  Charity work & advocacy16:31  Biggest challenges19:11  Keeping on track23:25  Fear, gratitude & self care26:17  What she knows now28:03  What’s next?Links:Christina Flachhttp://www.christinaflach.comhttps://www.prettygirlmakeup.com [Discount code: PRETTYGIRL]https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-flach-1185825Instagram: @christinaflachmakeup,  @prettygirlmkupTwitter: @prettygirlmkupTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedClick here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.”Follow meInstagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“Being able to really make decisions in accordance with my soul and my intuition as opposed to what is ‘logical’ — that’s when I really started to see growth in my business.”- Andrea HenryThey say two heads are better than one — but what does that mean for a professional partnership?In this episode, I sit down with Andrea Henry and Irena Brooks, two incredible lawyers who help individuals and business owners at every stage of the entrepreneurial journey build wealth with confidence. After growing their own successful legal careers separately, Irena and Andrea teamed up to launch Henry Brooks LLP, a WOC-owned firm that pairs legal insight with business instinct. Listen now to learn about their journey to merge their firms and what they’ve learned along the way!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How they knew when they were ready to begin hiring full-time employees Why they decided to join forces to launch their firm and the challenges they facedThe big hires and systems that they put in place to facilitate growth About Guests: Andrea Henry is a Cambridge-educated lawyer with over a decade of experience. Having seen way too many entrepreneurs taking unnecessary risks and not going after killer opportunities because they didn't have the right legal advice, she started her firm, Henry Business Law and her e-commerce contract template site, TheSecureStartup.ca. Irena Brooks is an American-trained real estate lawyer who decided to return home to Toronto in 2014 to commence her Canadian legal career. She is skilled in completing real estate transactions, advocating for her clients in court, and representing them in administrative law matters.  Highlights:‌00:01  Intro02:22  Meet Andrea Henry 05:09  Meet Irena Brooks08:21  Challenges & tipping points12:01  Creating a partnership17:41  Systems & hires21:34  Marketing24:26  What would they do differently?29:48  What they know now33:22  What’s next?Links:‌Andrea Henry & Irena Brookshttps://henrybrookslaw.caInstagram: @andreahenry.lawyer, @brookslawpcCurate Conciergehttps://www.curateconcierge.comTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedClick here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review”. I'd also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“I think entrepreneurs just naturally grasp the idea of always having support and investing in themselves as the main asset in their business.”- Lisa MitchellWhen it comes to the impact that we create, there’s no reason not to dream big! This episode’s guest is working toward the lofty and inspiring goal of transforming the working lives of 10 million North American professionals — and I have absolutely no doubt that she will accomplish her mission! Green Apple Consulting founder Lisa Mitchell supports talent leaders through transformational coaching, consulting, and training that helps them realize their organizational goals and redefine their organizational culture. Lisa’s success stems from a combination of strategy, determination, and mindset work. During our conversation, Lisa drops countless golden nuggets on topics such as the self coaching practices that allow her to maintain an abundance mindset, the importance of having a biz bestie, and how to know when you’re ready for coaching.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌What Lisa put in place to facilitate the flexibility and time freedom to step away from her business as neededPowerful questions to ask yourself when you feel overwhelmed in your business Why conversation and networking are still valuable arts in the age of social media and digital eventsAbout Guest: Lisa Mitchell is the Founder of Green Apple Consulting and host of the Talent Management Truths podcast. As a talent management thought partner and results coach, Lisa helps talent leaders embed programs that drive results and elevate organizational culture.  Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro03:43  Meet Lisa Mitchell05:07  Networking & the evolution of Lisa’s work08:35  Biggest challenges12:24  Enabling flexibility15:15  Abundance mindset 20:13  The corporate world & inner work26:15  Strategic hiring (& firing)33:34  What she knows now36:45  What’s next? ‌Links:‌Lisa Mitchellhttps://www.greenappleconsulting.caInstagram: @greenappleconsultingThe ONE Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasanhttps://the1thing.com/bookTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedClick here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!Join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.” I’d love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“Closed mouths don’t get fed.”-Roxanne FrancisSometimes, the hardest thing to do isn’t coming up with a powerful message. It’s turning up the volume and using your voice to share it with the right audience.When you can help people, you’ve got to let people know!Roxanne Francis is an award-winning psychotherapist, a sought-after international speaker, and the CEO of Francis Psychotherapy & Consulting Services, whose amazing success, at every turn, has stemmed from the power of stepping up and using her voice.Tune in to hear Roxanne’s top tips for building and using your network, how she’s overcome her biggest challenges, and what she’s learned about building an outstanding team!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌How Roxanne found her first clients and used her voice to build up her businessHow to know whether your mental health is impacting your day-to-day life or your business — and what to do on a regular basis to safeguard itWhy she made the shift into DEI advocacy and consulting and why her work is so incredibly vitalRoxanne Francis is an award-winning psychotherapist, registered social worker, CEO of Francis Psychotherapy & Consulting Services, and international speaker who has been helping people access tools to change their lives for over 12 years. She provides consultation to various organizations, addressing topics such as mental health in the workplace, diversity equity & inclusion, racial trauma at work, burnout, and women’s issues.Highlights:‌01:06  Intro02:41  Meet Roxanne Francis04:56  Mental health10:12  Building her business13:38  Scaling her business16:03  Diversity in therapy17:03  Shifting into DEI advocacy 20:53  Helping other therapists23:12  Biggest challenges26:44  What she knows now28:14  What’s next?Links:‌Roxanne Francishttps://www.francispsychotherapy.comhttps://ca.linkedin.com/in/roxannefrancis-mswrswhttps://www.facebook.com/francispsychotherapyTwitter: @FrancisTherapyInstagram: @francispsychotherapyTo work with me visit:https://theroadtoseven.comLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“It’s not about today. It’s about what our companies and our businesses can do tomorrow.”- Shelagh CumminsIf you struggle with goals — either setting them or trying to achieve them — then this is an episode you won’t want to miss!As a business coach, I notice that many women entrepreneurs set goals that are far too small or limited, holding them back from the incredible power moves that they’re capable of making. On the other hand, while other women may be great at setting big, bold, audacious goals, they aren’t always skilled at creating realistic timelines to match — or at separating their professional (or even personal) worth from their ability to reach those goals.It’s important to find that “Goldilocks” sweet spot when it comes to your goals: ambitious enough to reflect your big vision for your business, aligned with your mission and purpose, paired with a timeline that is actually achievable, and intended to help you create the life you want not only today, but in the future.  In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌Why your goals should not only fuel your today, but your tomorrow as wellWhy I have shifted from a revenue goal to an “assets under management” goalHow to pinpoint the type of goal that will actually get you to where you want to be Highlights:‌ ‌01:05  Intro02:03  Undershooting goals04:19  Capital Access Program06:03  Building generational wealth & opportunities09:04  Choose the right SMART goals11:15  Questions to ask yourself ‌Links:‌ ‌Capital Access Programhttps://www.theroadtoseven.com/capital-access-program   To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“The more I focus on what I WANT, the more my business will grow.”- Nikki NashDo you have a bold new vision for your business — or even for a new business entirely — but aren’t quite sure how to bring that vision into profitable reality?As the founder of Market Your Genius, my guest Nikki Nash has not only built her own multiple-six-figure business helping entrepreneurs build and monetize in-demand personal brands, she also managed to land a book deal with her dream publisher — despite knowing nothing about the process of working with a publisher when starting that journey!In this episode, Nikki and I get candid about the secret to effective goal-setting, whether books should be considered revenue streams or marketing tools, and the power of pairing intention with real actions, big and small!Listen now and you’ll discover:‌ ‌The concrete steps that Nikki took to turn her lifelong dream of authorship into reality How to handle the difficult times when your fears or limiting beliefs shake your confidence — and get yourself back on track!  The biggest marketing mistakes Nikki sees women entrepreneurs make — and her best advice for overcoming themAbout Guest: Nikki Nash is an author, motivational speaker, and founder of Market Your Genius, a training and development company on a mission to equip entrepreneurs with the tools and resources they need to share and profit from their message.  Highlights:‌ ‌01:07  Intro02:44  Meet Nikki Nash04:24  Why she wrote her first book06:01  From ideation to Hay House11:11  Manifestation & power moves 14:33  Dealing with fears & limiting beliefs17:17  Top marketing advice19:54  Impact of authorship22:51  What she knows now26:10  What’s next? ‌Links:‌ ‌Nikki Nashhttps://nikkinash.co https://www.facebook.com/NikkiNashOfficial Instagram: @nikkinashofficial   To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“It’s not stroking your ego when you give yourself a high-five for sending a really difficult email… that’s you being in gratitude and celebration for what you have accomplished.”- Shelagh CumminsDo you feel like you’re running in one place in your business, without ever hitting your goals or gaining momentum? If so, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!As entrepreneurs, we can often feel overworked and overwhelmed. But despite the enormous amounts of effort we put into building and growing our businesses each and every day, it can be hard for us to recognize the results. Why is it that we have so much trouble seeing our own progress, even as we celebrate (or envy) the success of other business owners around us? When you don’t take the time to celebrate the wins, accomplishments, successes, or power moves that you’re making regularly, then you just become transfixed on your end goal. Not only can this focus on what you’ve not yet accomplished stop you from seeing how far you’ve actually come, it can actually make you feel like you’re falling short.Tune in to learn how shifting your focus can help you recognize how outstanding you truly are!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌Why women entrepreneurs tend to overlook their own accomplishments — and how we can (and should) create the space to acknowledge our power moves!How to recognize and celebrate the small actions that lead to the big wins Why you need to become comfortable with operating your business from a place of grace and ease, rather than hustle   Highlights:‌ ‌01:10  Intro03:28  Big wins & small actions05:00  Focusing on the void05:55  Women & social conditioning07:22  Hustle v. gratitude10:05  Developing immunity to success11:44  Celebration challenge ‌Links:‌ ‌To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“The magic really came in when I realized I can be all of me in my business, that my business is attractive and magnetic to my ideal client because I bring ME to it.”-Molly MandelbergAre you contemplating taking your business in a new direction, but can’t seem to move past the fear of stepping outside your comfort zone or letting go of your existing clients?My guest Molly Mandelberg is an expert in stepping boldly onto new paths and finding amazing success! As the founder of Wild Hearts Rise Up, Molly works with coaches, healers, and conscious leaders to help them broadcast their messages with more ease. Prior to becoming a business coach, Molly was a self-described “hippie artist,” making ends meet through odd jobs. A full-time nomad, she now runs her 6-figure business out of her self-converted sprinter van tiny-home.In this conversation, we discuss the power of trusting in yourself, how to build a business that is more aligned and fulfilling, and the incredible impact that you can create when you have the courage to dig into your passion!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌How to undergo major shifts in your business with confidence, clarity, and self-compassionHow to make it through your transitional phase when it requires letting go of existing revenue streamsMolly’s five-section thought leadership journey frameworkAbout Guest: Molly Mandelberg is the founder of Wild Hearts Rise Up, the creator of the Magnetic Influencer Collective, and the writer and illustrator of the Wild Hearts Rise Up Oracle Deck. She is a bestselling author and the host of both the Tactical Magic and Reveal the Game of Life podcasts.Highlights:‌01:07  Intro03:11  Meet Molly Mandelberg07:33  Pivoting with clarity & confidence11:09  Importance of community & support14:22  Mastermind group story18:13  Letting go of revenue during a shift21:09  Law of attraction23:03  Molly’s books & thought leadership journey27:19  What Molly knows now29:27  What’s next?Links:‌Molly Mandelberghttps://www.wildheartsriseup.comhttps://www.facebook.com/wildheartsriseupTwitter: @WildOneRisingInstagram: @wild_one_risingTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.” I’d love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below.Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“If people are busy, they help each other… I’m trying to have an environment where they can work together, help each other, and build a team amongst themselves.”- Nancy CerelliWhen your business is your baby, it can be hard to step back and let others take the wheel as you grow. But without delegating many areas of your operations, it’s impossible to scale up and reach your biggest revenue goals.This episode’s guest has managed to push through the “delegation guilt” and create a team and a set of processes that allowed her to successfully step back in her business — and used that free time to develop a new career and revenue stream!Nancy Cerelli is a Real Estate Sales Representative and the founder of Elite Legal Support Services, a firm that provides lawyers and law firms with real estate law clerk services. During our conversation, we talk about Nancy’s impressive business journey, how she attracted her amazing team, and her system for building out effective processes!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How Nancy has evolved her business to match the latest breakthroughs in technologyWhat she put in place in order to scale up without doubling her workload — and how she dealt with delegation guiltWhat she will be shifting her focus to in the coming yearsAbout Guest: Nancy Cerelli is a business owner, real estate law clerk, and real estate sales representative. Her business, Elite Legal Support Services Inc., offers real estate law clerk services to lawyers and law firms to assist with the due diligence, title searching, and preparation of residential and commercial real estate files.   Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro01:34  Meet Nancy Cerelli03:56  Adapting to online05:26  Getting the momentum going07:04  Maintaining quality while stepping back09:22  Attracting top talent11:52  Delegation & processes15:41  Getting into real estate18:42  What she knows now21:27  What’s next?Links:‌Nancy Cerellihttps://elitelegal.ca https://ca.linkedin.com/in/nancy-cerelli-63389663 To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com   ‌Stay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” . I'd also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“All of my new ventures, I put out on Instagram… If I put it out here, I’m going to do something with it. Because I’m not going to be out here lying to my people!”-Monique BryanAs an entrepreneur, you are constantly learning, growing, and evolving. What does this mean for your business?Monique Bryan is a personal brand expert, coach, and serial entrepreneur with 15 years of top-level industry experience in branding, business development, and personal styling — she is a leader in using your personal brand as a visual communication power tool.Monique not only shines online, but she has the content and know-how to back it all up. Listen now to learn how your personal evolution influences your brand evolution. In this conversation, we dig into the importance of defining your personal brand, how to adjust to big shifts, and why you need to invest in yourself.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌Monique’s incredible story as a breast cancer survivor and three-time business founder How to know when you’re ready to move on from a challenge and evolve in a new directionMonique’s incredible upcoming personal branding retreat — and how she pulled it all together during a pandemic Monique Bryan is an executive producer of personal brands who helps coaches, consultants, and thought leaders build their personal brands so they can position themselves to top-tier clients, land those dream opportunities, and start to scale their influence in their industry.Highlights:‌03:52  Meet Monique Bryan10:11  Breast cancer diagnosis & niching down12:57  Knowing when to move on15:15  Investing in yourself16:33  Lull time between ventures18:43  Accountability & commitment20:14  Mo’Mentum Personal Brand Experience24:22  Monique’s mentors28:36  What she knows now30:49  What’s next?Links:‌Monique Bryanhttps://www.moniquebryan.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/moniquebryanhttps://www.facebook.com/iammoniquebryanInstagram: @moniquebryan_coThe Mo’Mentum Personal Brand Experience, Nov 10-13 in Miamihttps://www.juicybrandondemand.com/momentumTo make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.” I’d love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“Get yourself out of the ‘job’ mentality. Get yourself out of thinking that your business is your baby… see your business as the asset that it is.”- Michelle Seiler TuckerWhether or not you’re planning to sell your business in the near future, it’s important to consider your exit strategy as you grow and scale — and in this episode, you’ll hear from one of the world’s top Merger & Acquisition experts!Michelle Seiler Tucker is the founder and CEO of Seiler Tucker Incorporated and the bestselling author of Exit Rich™: The 6-P™ Method To Sell Your Business For Huge Profit. A leading expert on buying, selling, fixing, and growing businesses, she helps her clients maximize their exits so that they can thrive in their next chapters. In this episode, Michelle shares the strategies, insights, and powerful mindset shifts that have helped her build her multimillion dollar business. In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌Michelle’s #1 tip for entrepreneurs and business ownersThe challenges that Michelle has faced and what they’ve taught herHow the law of attraction has helped her to grow and scale her business  About Guest: Michelle Seiler Tucker is the founder and CEO of Seiler Tucker Incorporated. As a 20-year industry veteran, she is regarded as a leading authority on buying, selling, fixing, and growing businesses. She is an international keynote speaker, the best-selling author of Exit Rich, and the host of the Exit Rich podcast.  Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Introduction02:24  Meet Michelle Seiler Tucker06:25  Writing a book09:21  The law of attraction11:12  Biggest challenges13:07  Where Michelle got her grit15:17  Multimillion dollar dreams18:15  Why do we tolerate low quality of life?20:34  Changing habits21:41  What she knows now23:41  Exit RichLinks:‌Michelle Seiler Tuckerhttps://seilertucker.comhttps://seilertuckeracademy.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleseilerhttps://www.facebook.com/michelletuckerinternationalTwitter: @MSeilerTuckerInstagram: @michelleseilertuckerTo work with me visit:https://theroadtoseven.comStay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!Join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“What would I have liked 16 years ago?... Having VCs that looked like me, who actually really understood the problem that I was solving and the mission that I was on.”- Cherry Rose TanWhat’s it like to lead the charge into new markets — even as those around you are skeptical?My guest Cherry Rose Tan is a fifth-generation entrepreneur, award-winning educator, speaker, futurist, and innovator who disrupts every industry she enters into! As General Partner at Renew Venture Capital, Cherry Rose is a champion for women and historically excluded entrepreneurs.In this conversation, we dive into the need for more diversity in the investment industry — and the amazing opportunities that may be missed when these perspectives are ignored. From crypto investment to founder mental health, Cherry Rose shares her incredible insights on tech, finance, futurism, and the value of broad perspectives. You won’t want to miss it!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌Why Cherry Rose’s cultural background helped her to recognize the potential of cryptocurrencyWhat keeps her passion alive in the face of traditional investor skepticism and resistanceWhy we need to rethink the harmful stories that we tellWith over 15 years of experience in tech, innovation, and entrepreneurship, futurist Cherry Rose Tan has built a reputation as the first mover in several industries, including crypto, ed tech, and mental health. She is General Partner at Renew Venture Capital and the former CEO of #realtalk, the mental health movement for the tech industry.Highlights:‌00:01  Introduction04:02  Meet Cherry Rose Tan10:22  Becoming an investor in crypto13:41  Cultural diversity in finance16:24  Being a futurist20:35  Why Cherry Rose trusts her instincts24:49  The greater good27:48  Asking for help & having better problems34:35  Belonging36:37  What she knows now38:34  What’s next?Links:‌Cherry Rose Tanhttps://www.cherryrosetan.comhttps://www.renewvc.comhttps://ca.linkedin.com/in/cherryrosetanhttps://www.facebook.com/thisischerryroseInstagram: @thisischerryroseTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.comLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” . I'd also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“If we’re only focused on complaining or being frustrated with the results, and we’re not taking the time to go back and figure out the decisions or why we are getting these results, then you’re in a tricky place.”- Shelagh CumminsAre you inadvertently hurting your business… without even realizing it? There will always be something in our businesses that we’d like to improve, upgrade, or completely toss aside. From revenue to lead generation to speaking opportunities, there are aspects of our businesses where we may not be performing as well as we’d like — and often, it’s the decisions that we ourselves make that are having a negative impact and holding us back from the success we deserve!By looking at your results and metrics and reverse-engineering them, it’s possible to pinpoint the areas in your business where you may be making missteps, and to retool your decision-making process in order to create more positive impact on your bottom line going forward!If there are aspects of your business that you’re unhappy with right now, then this is an episode that you won’t want to miss!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌The questions that I ask my clients in order to help them identify the decisions that may not be serving themPossible reasons why your revenue isn’t as high as you would like — and how to fix itWhy your hiring decisions may be holding your business back from scaling  Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro01:47  Questions I ask clients 02:23  Revenue04:47  Lead generation funnel06:35  Leveraging social08:53  Hiring11:02  The moment v. the long run12:29  Today’s exerciseLinks:‌ ‌  To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“TED is a platform that has the opportunity to not just create credibility for what it is that I’m doing, but really puts a stake in the ground for me to be able to talk about what I stand for.”- Shelagh CumminsWhat goes into producing and delivering a TED Talk? If you’ve ever wondered about the nitty-gritty, behind-the-scenes secrets of participating in a TED or TEDx event as a speaker, then you will NOT want to miss out on this episode!Adding TED or TEDx to your resume as a speaker or thought leader is an incredible way to build credibility and prestige, but becoming a TED speaker can be rather more demanding than speaking in other forums. As the Spiderman movies say, “With great power comes great responsibility,” and participating in a TED event requires a certain level of commitment, vulnerability, preparation, and the ability to push through self doubt, overcome discomfort, and embrace risk.And let me tell you, it is truly worth it!This episode is all about the whats, whys, hows, and whens of my experience giving my first TED Talk. You’re going to learn why a TED Talk can become your stake in the ground, the challenges I faced during prep and on the day of, and how to deal with the inevitable TED hangover!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌Why delivering a TED Talk has been on my vision board for at least seven yearsMy TED topic and why reaching this type of audience was so important to me The unexpected elements of the TED process!   Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro01:35  TED hangover02:58  Vulnerability03:39  My TED topic09:36  Why TED & how I got in10:55  Approval process11:39  Prep process13:13  Day-of pressure17:08  What I’m proud of19:28  Support ‌Links:‌ ‌Learn more about our Capital Access Programhttps://www.theroadtoseven.com/capital-access-program   To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“If you cannot figure out what solution your business is solving, you need to go back to the drawing board.”- Tanya HaylesGet ready to be inspired… and take more than a couple of notes! Tanya Hayles is a multi-passionate entrepreneur who has created not one, but THREE businesses that are creating massive impact around the world! Tanya’s thriving online global village and nonprofit, Black Moms Connection, provides financial support grants and culturally relevant resources to empower Black women. Her firm Color in White Spaces works to disrupt the diversity and inclusion world by making conversations about racism more real and relatable. And her storytelling and speaking talents have helped her to take the media world by storm!From developing her thought leadership to narrowing down on her key pillars, this fascinating conversation digs into Tanya’s secret sauces for success — and her top tips for women looking to follow in her footsteps!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌Where and how Tanya shared her voice in order to attract inquiries from so many media outlets How Tanya has evolved her pricing structure over time — and why outlets are so eager to pay her!Why you want to be The Beer Store, rather than Walmart, in terms of how you niche downAbout Tanya Hayles: Tanya Hayles is an award-winning creative, authentically telling stories and creating change, building movements through the online global village of 30,000 Black Moms Connection, and making DEI work real and relatable through her firm Color In White Spaces.  Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro03:04  Meet Tanya Hayles06:42  Pandemic pivot & pitching09:56  Sharing her voice online12:59  Be The Beer Store, not Walmart15:55  Choose your lane & trust the universe18:30  Money talk21:40  Black Moms Connection28:47  What she knows now ‌Links:‌ ‌Tanya Hayleshttps://www.tanyahayles.com https://www.blackmomsconnection.com https://www.facebook.com/blackmomsconnection https://colorinwhitespaces.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/thayles Twitter: @tanyahayles Instagram: @thetanyahayles, @blackmomsconnection   To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of 

“When I am here to fulfil my soul’s desire, I fulfil my human desire to serve others at the highest level.”- Libby WildmanMy guest for this episode is changing the way that women work with — and grow! — their money. Libby Wildman is a speaker, wealth advisor, life coach, and the host of the curated Liminal Escapes retreats. Over her decades of serving clients, Libby has worked to bring the ‘human’ back into the finance industry.During our conversation, we dive deep into the emotions that drive us to make big, bold moves in our businesses, the value of hearing an interesting story, and why Libby rejects the conventional advice when it comes to identifying her own point of genius. In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌The link between the craving for adrenaline and the call to entrepreneurshipHow Libby has kept things fresh and juicy over the course of her career How the finance industry has (and hasn’t) shifted from the 1980s to post-#MeTooAbout Libby Wildman: Libby Wildman has over 35 years of financial services and life planning experience. She was the founder of the highly successful wealth management firm Wildman and Associates and is now Head of Wealth Advisory at Davis Rea Ltd.  Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro02:50  Meet Libby Wildman06:06  Adrenaline & bold moves09:40  Finding stories10:11  Keeping things fresh11:57  Money, scarcity & fear13:36  The Soul of Money16:34  Affirmations & contributions18:33  Women & finance22:21  Sexism in business24:33  What she knows now25:13  Liminal EscapesLinks:‌Libby Wildmanhttps://www.libbywildman.com https://ca.linkedin.com/in/libbywildmanhttps://davisrea.com Instagram: @libbywildman The Soul Of Money: Reclaiming The Wealth Of Our Inner Resources by Lynne Twisthttps://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/the-soul-of-money-reclaiming/9780393353976-item.html To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://theroadtoseven.com

“A TEDx stage is designed for you to share an idea that’s worth sharing… it is literally a stage that’s designed for you to be a thought leader.”- Shelagh CumminsHaving a TEDx Talk under your belt is more than just a bragging right… it’s a marketing DREAM.Delivering a TEDx Talk is a fantastic way to build up your thought leadership, position yourself as an industry leader, and create a great deal of interest in your business.  TEDx Talks are accessed by billions of viewers per year, regularly shared on social media, and highly respected.You may have already dreamed about standing in front of a TEDx audience and sharing your knowledge and expertise. In fact, you may already have the perfect presentation sitting in a folder on your desktop!So… how do you get the opportunity to make it onto that stage?In this episode, I share my own journey to TEDx and describe exactly how I moved “TEDx Talk” from my vision board to my CV.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How TEDx Talks work and how to locate and apply to appropriate TEDx events Which sorts of ideas or concepts make for compelling TEDx Talks — and how I chose mineThe steps I took to land my first TEDx talk and the workshops I’ll be offering to help you land your own! Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro01:22  Why TEDx?03:20  Understand how TEDx works04:59  Thought leadership05:46  My TEDx Talk topic09:05  Filling out the application10:15  Step-by-step process recap10:55  TEDx workshops ‌Links:‌ ‌  To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins  

“It doesn’t matter the results. The fact that you made 20 calls today and you gave it your all IS the result… it really is so much about the activity, you watch the magic happen over time.”- Vonny FastGet ready for a masterclass in selling successfully without selling out! My guest, Vonny Fast, is the #1 sales rep of 70-year-old brand Cutco and has built up a database of over 3000 clients almost entirely through referrals — and has managed to build her career in sales while remaining aligned with her values.Past decades have given sales a bit of a sleazy or pushy reputation, but Vonny believes that the way to successful sales based on impacting people, not on chasing numbers. “Teach business owners how to grow through giving,” Vonny advises. “I really truly believe that loyalty is the #1 thing you could ever ask for and generosity is the most powerful tool to unlock that loyalty — so how can I be generous today?”Listen now to learn how to create your own effective selling style! In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌The tips and insights that have helped Vonny maintain a top sales position for over a decade and counting How to narrow in on the empowered actions that are going to really move the needle in your business How to succeed in sales while staying aligned with your true values About Vonny Fast: Vonny Fast is consistently the #1 rep in Canada, and within the top 5 sales representatives in the history of Cutco, a 70 year old company. She built her database of 3000 clients in her first 15 years of business almost 100% through referral and has continued to use those skills to build the Cutco Closing Gifts brand across Canada.  Highlights:‌00:01  Intro02:40  Meet Vonny Fast07:01  Sales tips09:45  Empowered actions13:14  Staying aligned16:23  Abundance mindset18:06  Make it your own22:10  Biggest challenges28:43  Self care33:40  What she knows now35:46  What’s next?Links:‌Vonny Fasthttps://sharpgifts.cahttps://www.facebook.com/vonnysharpgiftsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vonnysharpgiftsTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/Stay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins  <

“You can’t just clock in and clock out when you’re doing your business. It’s always going to be a facet of your life and in your mind.”- Shelagh CumminsTo borrow some words from Kenny Rogers, do you know when to hold ‘em and when to fold ‘em when it comes to your programs… or your business as a whole? During the pandemic, many people have had the chance to sit back and take stock of their work lives… and decide whether or not what they’re doing is really working for them. While a great number have decided to leave the workforce (hence the coining of the term “The Great Resignation”), some have also decided to close down their businesses and rejoin the 9-to-5 world.What should you keep in mind when making this decision? What goes into closing your business down? More importantly — is it possible to make changes that offer you the balance you need WITHOUT giving up on entrepreneurship? If you’ve been on the fence about whether or not to shut down one of your offers (or your business as a whole), then this episode is for you!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How to put your big business decisions in the proper perspective so that you can make your choice with a clear head How to create the freedom, flexibility, and profitability you need within your business How to determine whether you’re meant to be an entrepreneur after all — or if you’d ultimately be happier in the corporate world   Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro02:28  Nothing is permanent03:44  Making positive changes06:11  Are you meant to be an entrepreneur?07:26  The “BJ”08:42  Empowered action12:44  Breathing room ‌Links:‌ ‌  To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins  

“Start with your own small radius and perfect it…when you can succeed in selling well in your small radius, then you can duplicate it.”- Elaine Tan ComeauLaunching just two days after the birth of her third child, Easy Daysies Ltd. founder and CEO Elaine Tan Comeau successfully scaled a unique product-based business selling an invention created at her own kitchen table.In this episode, I speak to the school-teacher-turned-accidental-inventor whose award-winning daily magnetic planners teach children to become more cooperative and independent — and incited a bidding war between all FIVE Dragons’ Den investors.If you’re looking to be inspired by a powerful female entrepreneur who has succeeded in the face of adversity, then just press play on this episode!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌A walkthrough of the early days of a product-based company (and how she launched with just $1400)How Elaine streamlined her supply chain and built a sales team so that she could scale upHow she continued growing after a life-changing medical emergencyAbout Elaine Tan Comeau: A five-time nominee for the RBC Women of Influence Award, she is a sought after keynote speaker, author, and CEO and founder of Easy Daysies Ltd.  Elaine has been featured in Forbes, Macleans, CBC, FOX, CTV, Canadian Business Magazine, Parents Magazine, and the Financial Post, and was awarded the 2014 Canadian Mompreneur of the Year, Chamber of Commerce Award for Excellence in Business. Highlights:‌00:01  Intro04:57  Meet Elaine Tan Comeau08:08  First $140009:11  Learning how to sell13:05  Supply chain & distribution18:25  Dragons’ Den & investors26:22  Course, book & podcast31:16  Stroke impact38:31  What she knows now41:11  What’s next?Links:‌https://www.easydaysies.comhttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CLY64ZRhttps://elaineskitchentable.com/perfectpitch-masterclasshttps://ca.linkedin.com/in/elainetancomeauTwitter: @chatwithelaineInstagram: @elainetancomeau, @easydaysiesMy appearance on Elaine’s podcasthttps://elaineskitchentable.com/shelaghTo work with me visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/Stay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business!Join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and rise up.I would be grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.”Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins<

“When you look at the lows, is it because you truly believe that people aren’t buying… or is it because you are not taking the necessary or intentional action that you need to ensure people keep buying?”- Shelagh CumminsDo you worry that the warmer weather of summer will lead to slower sales? If you’re concerned that your revenue will dip as the temperatures rise, then you’ll want to listen to this episode!There is a pervasive myth among entrepreneurs that you shouldn’t launch an offer or set high revenue goals during the summer because too many people will be either on vacation, tuned out, or unwilling to spend any money between June and August.Let me be clear: these aren’t facts. These are beliefs… and they can be self-fullfilling. If you choose to believe that you aren’t going to be able to sell your offers during the summer, then you may be damaging your own chances unconsciously.Tune into this episode for tips on how to shift your mindset and find a perfect balance going into the warmer months — and you may wind up with your most profitable summer yet!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌Why it’s important to understand your OWN story and desires when it comes to working during the summer months How to develop a summer schedule that works for you, your family, and your clients How to upgrade your mindset and boost your chances of a profitable summer   Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro01:03  Debunking the summer myth03:10  Do you want to be working?06:34  Aligning your summer path 08:01  Your workflow & your clients10:15  Selling your summer offer ‌Links:‌ ‌  To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“When we hire, we want them to be earning 3x the amount of their salary in increased revenue that they bring you.”- Shelagh CumminsCreating a solid foundation in your business is one of the most important things that you can do, and it’s something that you can start working on right now.Whether you’re running a 6-figure, 7-figure, or even 5-figure business, there are a few things that you should be doing in order to ensure that your company remains strong and profitable — and that your business fits your lifestyle, rather than the other way around.This episode of The Road to Seven is a replay of a Live that I recorded for The Road to Seven Facebook group (and if you haven’t joined yet, I highly recommend that you do!) Tune in now and get ready to take some notes, because I share 7 simple but powerful tips that will help you build a business that allows you to scale and maximize your profits with more ease and less stress!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How to clearly define your role in your business — and make sure that you have the time and space to stay focused  How to use your numbers to refine and revamp your strategies across all areas of your businessWhy you must remember WHY you’ve hired people to join your team… and let them actually work within their zones of genius  Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro02:18  Be clear on your role04:14  Surround yourself with the right people05:46  Hire to make your business stronger07:13  Remove the mental load08:05  Build to serve your lifestyle10:48  Show up consistently13:01  Your numbers don’t lie14:42  Your way is not the only way17:12  Recap ‌Links:‌ ‌  To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins 

“It’s so easy for you to come in and price yourself at market level. It’s another thing for you to understand the transformation that you’re offering people and price accordingly.”- Maureen MwangiWhat do businesses need to do in order to become the breakout brands that define their industry?Maureen Mwangi’s superpower is turning raw data into incredibly successful brand growth strategies. Growing up in Kenya, Maureen’s parents were the only entrepreneurs she knew. She enjoyed their dinner table conversations about business strategies and the financial freedom that entrepreneurship afforded her family.Today, Maureen uses the same processes that her parents used to scale their start-up into a successful brand to help other product-based businesses discover the growth secrets hiding in their data and scale to multiple 6 figures.Maureen has helped over 50 brands unlock their true value and earn raving fans! Tune in to hear her amazing insights, her biggest challenges, and the question that she believes all entrepreneurs need to ask themselves.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌The two important investments that Maureen made early on in her businessHow to know when it’s time to work on your mindsetThe number science behind your business — and how to use it!About Maureen Mwangi: As the founder of Startward Consulting, Maureen Mwangi helps her clients scale their product brands to multimillion dollar growth with scientific precision. Maureen hosts The Product Entrepreneur podcast and helps beauty brands become retail-ready through her Big Brand Academy program.  Highlights:‌ ‌00:53  Meet Maureen Mwangi02:02  Maureen’s journey05:17  Biggest challenges07:11  Business mentorship & mindset coaching08:59  When to work on your mindset10:12  Crystallization & the ‘Why’12:18  Maureen’s parents’ business16:30  Number science17:15  Product-based & microbusinesses20:43  TAJI Foundation23:31  What she knows now24:16  What’s next? ‌Links:‌ ‌Maureen Mwangihttps://www.startwardconsulting.com https://www.facebook.com/TAJI-foundation-104098324428081/Instagram: @maureenmwangiofficial   To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter

“As long as you’re waiting and relying on external factors to make you feel successful, you are setting yourself up to be a sitting duck.”- Shelagh CumminsDespite all that you’ve accomplished in your business, do you find yourself still waiting to actually FEEL like a success? If so, this episode is for you.Many of us tie feelings of success directly to the results that we are seeing in our businesses. But often, even hitting 7 figures in annual revenue or achieving a 6-figure launch (or any other goal, for that matter) can leave entrepreneurs still feeling as though they still haven’t quite “made it” as successful business owners.What does it take to finally feel successful?Here’s a hint: the answer will not come from outside. You have to do some inner work.Listen now to learn how you can start feeling like a success TODAY… and why benchmarks are not as important as you think they are.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌Why achieving your vision will not change who you are at the core — and why that’s a great thing  Why relying on milestones and benchmarks will only lead to fleeting feelings of success A simple exercise that you can do right now to help you tap into your success mindsetHighlights:‌ ‌01:02  Intro02:07  Don’t rely on external factors03:24  Fleeting success04:04  Success is a choice04:56  What does it mean to be successful?06:50  Success exercise09:03  You are successful todayLinks:‌ ‌  To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins  

“Letting go and knowing when something is done… allows fresh energy in and new opportunities to flow in.”- Esther VlessingSometimes, taking a step back is the smartest thing you can do as an entrepreneur.Esther Vlessing is the founder and president of Canada Emergency Medical Manufacturers, a network of domestic manufacturers in the furniture, apparel, and automotive industries created to solve Canada’s personal protective equipment shortages. Esther started the company during the pandemic when she realized the urgent need for the timely manufacture and delivery of PPE at a time when international supply chains were being dramatically affected.CEMM was not Esther’s first company. Originally a fashion manufacturing entrepreneur, Esther made the difficult decision to return to the workforce when her 6-figure company didn’t provide her with the lifestyle she wanted.Listen now to learn why Esther’s detour from the path of entrepreneurship positioned her as the perfect person to help her country through a deadly pandemic!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How a politician’s televised announcement led Esther to begin her latest chapter  How Esther built valuable connections with (and successfully pitched) government officials during a period of crisisWhat she does differently in her new manufacturing company — and how she keeps up with incredible demandAbout Esther Vlessing: Esther Vlessing is the founder and president of Canada Emergency Medical Manufacturers, a network of domestic emergency medical manufacturers that specializes in qualming time-critical local and national catastrophes by establishing clear domestic supply chains to deliver goods to organizations in need.  Highlights:‌ ‌00:53  Intro03:16  Meet Esther Vlessing04:30  Pitching the Ontario government08:14  Founding CMM9:30  Monetization13:38  What she does differently now15:00  First hires19:15  Ramping up production21:30  What Esther knows now22:05  What’s next? ‌Links:‌ ‌Esther Vlessinghttps://www.cemm.ca Twitter: @EstherVlessing Instagram: @esthervlessing   To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/    ‌Stay Connected  Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.” I’d love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebo

“Profit is one of your most powerful entities in your company, because it is the gateway to opportunity for you.”- Shelagh CumminsThis episode is the final piece of a three-part series exploring the three core elements every single business needs to have in order to be sustainable and profitable. No matter your industry or niche, a strong, intentional foundation based on these elements is absolutely essential if you want to scale effectively.This episode is all about profit.The idea of “profit” is often a challenge for women entrepreneurs. Women often deal with money mindset issues that stem from biases, misconceptions, and stereotypes regarding their ability to deal with money, whether saving, spending, or earning.But in reality, women are just as capable of driving profit and building wealth as men are.Profit is important, because it creates opportunities for you to not only build wealth, but to re-invest in your business in order to move the needle forward.If you haven’t listened to the first two parts of this series, I strongly recommend that you do so — these three elements work together, and each has a role to play in helping you grow and scale with more ease!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌What you absolutely MUST consider when setting your pricing How to hit your money management sweet spot and balance your spending and conserving How to uncover the new revenue possibilities around youHighlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro01:34  Three-part approach02:40  Profit04:18  Pricing07:14  Money management10:18  New revenue opportunities13:02  Vitamin & SaaS case studies14:45  Scale ProgramLinks:‌Scale Programhttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1vXw0_Bw-kIJaisyB8l21xcu6rAKpmojYD0yzGP_tzBM/editPlanning Your POWERFUL Profit in 2022: https://www.buzzsprout.com/349118/9873601https://www.theroadtoseven.com/theroadtosevenpodcast/how-to-build-a-saas-and-secure-funding-successfully-with-catherine-graham  To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/Stay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it! You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  

“Your way is not the only way to get things done — and it’s possible that someone else’s way is going to get better results”- Shelagh CumminsThis episode is the second of a three-part series taking an in-depth look at the three core elements of every business. If you want to scale with more ease and confidence (whether that means a team of 4 or a team of 400), building a strong, intentional foundation based on these elements is absolutely critical!In this episode, I want to teach you how to get out of your own way in your business… and stop being the bottleneck to your success.That’s why this week’s episode is all about processes.We all use processes and systems in our businesses. There is always a “method to our madness” — but, often, we don’t actually consciously know what that is! This is very common for solopreneurs, who build their processes organically through the course of their work and never really have to think about them.But if we can’t articulate our processes to ourselves, then we won’t be able to explain them to our teams.In order to create space for you to work in your zone of genius, avoid burnout, and take the occasional week off to recharge, you need clear and effective processes in place that not only make your operations more efficient, but make it easier for your team to step in and take things off your plate.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How to assemble a team that delivers the results you need — and helps you build out the processes that they use to do itThe importance of giving up the role of Chief “Everything” OfficerThe key processes you need to have in place for your businessHighlights:‌ ‌01:27  Intro03:15  Last episode recap03:46  Processes05:17  Standard operating procedures07:13  Hiring & mindset09:16  Finances11:43  Fulfillment14:37  Dealflow ‌Links:‌ ‌Burnout Vortexhttps://studio5.ksl.com/beat-burnout-vortex   To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“When you’re feeling like your business isn’t really serving you or fitting you anymore, then let’s look at what your role is, and what you want to do, and where you thrive.”- Shelagh CumminsThis episode is the first of a three-part series that takes an in-depth look at the three essential elements of every single business. No matter your industry or niche, building a strong, intentional foundation based on these elements will help you grow and scale with more ease and confidence!The first element: people.The people you sell to. The people you work with. And, of course the leader of your business: you. It’s so important that each of these groups is completely in alignment with who you are, what you’re building, your values, and your vision. Tune in to learn how to identify the people that you should be hiring for and serving in your business… and what to do when things just aren’t feeling like the right fit.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How to identify when you’re falling out of alignment with your business — and the auditing process that will help you pinpoint the areas you need to reworkWhat you should look for when hiring an online business manager or virtual assistantHow to recognize when you’re selling to the wrong people (and how to clone your best-fit clients!)Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro01:19  Survive or thrive05:24  People06:41  You09:13  Your team11:34  Are YOU the problem with your team?13:37  Your clients15:55  Seeing red flags & cloning right fits 17:34  Scale program ‌Links:‌ ‌  To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/   ‌Stay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“Be available to be flexible, and be available to be agile.”- Megan HuberMy co-host for this episode is the one and only Megan Huber, known as the Business Acceleration Mentor (BAM!). This episode will appear on both the Road to Seven and on Megan’s podcast, Built to Last.Like me, Megan Huber helps transform hustling women entrepreneurs into successful leaders and CEOs through her programs, masterminds, and private coaching — and she’s found great success in inspiring and empowering women to shine as leaders, increase their impact, and build more fulfilling lives.In this conversation, we discuss overcoming our challenges, following our passions, and finding real balance… in other words, we deliver a full, honest, behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to run our businesses: the good, the bad, and everything in between!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌The two iterations through which Megan’s business evolved and how she landed in her zone of geniusHow to recognize when you’re out of alignment with your vision and the needs of your market — and 1 simple, actionable tip to get back on track!How to market your business based on your real impact (and not braggadocio!)About Megan Huber: Megan Huber helps ambitious coaches and leaders grow their business to six and multiple six-figures in 12 months or less. Her methodology incorporates timeless strategic business growth principles and a relationship-based approach.  Highlights:‌01:09  Intro02:01  Meet Megan Huber03:36  Meet Shelagh Cummins07:18  Teaching & entrepreneurship13:36  Shelagh’s niching down16:50  Megan’s iterations23:02  Addressing misalignment25:21  From 1:1 to group30:56  Authenticity & results32:27  Sexy v. impactful marketing38:27  Introversion40:21  Family & balance48:05  Managing finances ‌Links:‌Megan Huberhttps://meganjohnsonhuber.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-huber-88001418https://www.facebook.com/groups/tribeoflegendswithmeganInstagram: @meganjhuberTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/Stay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.” I’d love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“Screw it up fast… because until we mess up, until we have that first iteration, we can’t make it better!”- Ashleigh WilsonIn an industry where customers have long been considered an afterthought, Ashleigh Wilson has proved that putting people first is profitable! Ashleigh is the founder and CEO of AuditMate, a company that offers the first and only elevator and escalator auditing and management software and operates with an ethos of respectful simplicity, proactive inclusiveness, and heart-centred courage.From the end users of AuditMate’s pioneering software to the team that drives its innovation, humans are at the core of Ashleigh’s entrepreneurial mission.Press play to hear her inspiring journey from non-tech entrepreneur with a groundbreaking idea to the head of a company determined to become a leading agent of change for all industries!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How a first-time software developer found the funding to bring her never-before-seen concept to realityHow AuditMate achieved 900% growth in just two years (during a pandemic!)The biggest challenges Ashleigh has encountered as a pioneer in her industry — and how she falls back in love with her business every dayAbout Ashleigh Wilson: Ashleigh Wilson is a San Francisco-based serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of AuditMate, which develops innovative auditing software for elevator and escalator contracts. Highlights:‌01:05  Intro02:29  Meet Ashleigh Wilson04:12  AuditMate’s software05:55  How Ashleigh secured funding09:03  Making the ask11:33  Biggest challenges14:00  900% growth & adapting to shifts15:41  Maintaining motivation17:44  Team & leadership19:26  People first20:13  What she wishes she knew22:22  What’s next?23:50  Being a woman in vertical transportationLinks:‌Ashleigh Wilsonhttps://auditmate.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleigh-wilson-she-her-01131285To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/Stay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins  

“We want to be on the biggest stages and biggest platforms, and have people view our stories and see them for the beauty and importance that they are.”- Ngardy Conteh GeorgeForgive me if I’m a little starstruck this episode — my guests are Alison Duke and Ngardy Conteh George, co-founders of OYA Media Group and winners of the 2021 RBC Women of Influence Ones to Watch Award.Alison and Ngardy founded OYA Media Group to bring an authentic perspective to media through socially relevant, life-changing stories that amplify Black experiences. Their documentary Mr. Jane & Finch, which they co-produced and Ngardy directed, premiered on CBC Docs POV in 2019 and won two Canadian Screen Awards.“It’s hard for us to keep up with how fast we’re growing,” Ngardy says. “A lot of the time, this industry is about timing — and it is our time. I think the industry is finally ready for our stories.”Press play for a fascinating look into a successful and uplifting creative partnership!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌How Alison and Ngardy first launched OYA Media Group How they hired the right teamThe work they put into nurturing their creative partnershipAbout Alison Duke & Ngardy Conteh George:Alison and Ngardy are award-winning storytellers and co-founders of OYA Media Group. The documentary Mr. Jane & Finch, which the two produced and Ngardy directed, won two Canadian Screen Awards. Ngardy’s feature-length documentary The Flying Stars won Best Documentary at BronzeLens Film Festival in 2015. Alison just concluded Year 3 of the OYA Emerging Filmmakers program, an initiative she kick-started that supports Black youth.Highlights:‌00:01  Intro02:11  Meet Alison Duke & Ngardy Conteh George05:47  Mr. Jane & Finch07:45  Diverse storytelling10:17  Partnership13:43  Challenges15:42  Shared vision & hiring17:30  OYA Emerging Filmmakers & partnerships22:05  What they know now24:21  What’s next?Links:‌Alison Duke & Ngardy Conteh Georgehttps://www.oyamediagroup.comhttps://www.oyablackarts.orghttps://www.facebook.com/OYA-Media-Group-657967711330357Instagram: @oyamediagroupTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes with great tips and conversations with women who are revolutionizing the way we do business! You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“Once you’re clear on your reason why.. it makes it a lot easier to make decisions.”- Julianna TanHave you ever had an idea that you just KNEW in your gut was the right move at the right time?Julianna Tan is the co-founder of The Little Market Box, an online and in-store farmers' market that fosters the success of local producers and serves customers without the time constraints of a traditional farmers’ market.She’s also a chocolatier who makes the most delicious organic chocolate — yum!It was as a chocolate vendor at a market that she met Shawnda Blacklock, a beef vendor in a neighbouring booth who became Julianna’s partner and co-founder. They founded The Little Market Box as a way to better support the needs of producers who relied on the market for their livelihood.The time between coming up with their concept and touring a location? Just one day.While this episode may not include a recipe for Julianna’s incredible chocolate, it does dive into her bold leap of faith, the strategy behind her business model, and her approach to professional partnerships.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌How The Little Market Box merged the traditional farmers’ market model with a conventional retail experienceWhat Julianna has learned from building a business as part of a partnershipHow undergoing an award application process contributed to growthJulianna Tan is the co-owner of The Little Market Box, a farmers' market and online hub for local food and small retailers serving Saskatoon. She is also co-founder of Those Girls at the Market, where she sells ethical organic raw chocolate.Highlights:‌02:36  Meet Julianna Tan04:44  Those Girls at the Market06:02  The Little Market Box09:46  Strategy & business model18:13  Award process21:13  eComm challenges24:16  What she knows now26:03  What’s nextLinks:‌Julianna Tanhttps://www.thelittlemarketbox.comhttps://www.thosegirlsatthemarket.com https://ca.linkedin.com/in/julianna-tan-96459170Instagram: @thelittlemarketbox; @thosegirlsatthemarketTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins<

“Your journey, the process that it takes to get you to be the diamond that you really want… does not have your time agenda attached to it. It’s all going to depend on your ability to take strategic and continual action, and be okay doing things that may not work.”- Shelagh CumminsDo you follow dozens of superstar CEOs and influencer-entrepreneurs on Instagram or LinkedIn? Do you sign up for their programs, tune into their Lives, and join their mailing lists, hungry for the information that they share?A diamond hunter is forever seeking that optimal, beautiful end product — the result that leaves them shining like all of the diamonds that they follow. I want you to give up on diamond hunting… and instead give yourself the opportunity to really become the diamond you want to be!Diamond hunters are all about information-seeking — gathering new techniques and strategies as if simply having access to that information will help them scale and optimize. But simply spending hundreds or thousands of dollars to access information isn’t enough. In order to truly benefit from all of those tips and tricks, you must go through the diamond formation process… known in coaching circles as the “messy middle.” This is the period during which many entrepreneurs get frustrated and just give up — but diamonds can’t form without time and energy!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌The messy-middle leap of faith you MUST undertake in order to bring your shiniest, most ambitious diamond goals to reality How to check in and ensure that you’re still working in alignment with your values and purpose — and figure out what you need to do differentlyWhy you need to separate your results from your feelings of self worthHighlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro01:35  Information seeking02:52  How diamonds are formed04:04  The messy middle05:52  My own messy middle07:03  Check-in time09:50  Client example11:25  Be willing to fail13:27  Three brainsLinks:‌Three Brains - Thinking to Doing to Beinghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8l2nvTv9_Xw To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/Stay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it! You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up. I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcumminsTwitter: @shelaghcumminshttps://facebook.com/ShelaghCumminshttps://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins

“I truly believe, after doing this for almost ten years, that the right people will come into your program at the right time.”- Shelagh CumminsHave you been considering creating or launching your own group program? Then this episode was created for you!Launching a group program can be so powerful for your business. Group programs are a beautiful way for you to shift from a 1:1 business delivery model to a 1:many, but they’re not without their fair share of challenges.I want to take you behind the scenes of what it’s really like to develop and launch a group program — the good, the bad, and the tricky. From chasing the wrong metrics to finding the right timing, launching a group program successfully takes patience, resilience, and strategy!Press play now to learn why you need to tap into what your audience is telling you, the importance of checking in on your own time and energy, and what it means to “show up for the kale.”Let’s get started!In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌The 3 potential results that you need to be ready for once you’ve hit the ‘GO’ button on your launch  Why pushing to reach vanity metrics can actually harm your chances of hitting the numbers that you want — and even damage the cohesiveness of your groupHow the pandemic burden has affected the audience for groups, programs, and subscriptionsHighlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro04:50  3 potential results05:50  Danger of chasing vanity metrics07:52  The pandemic burden08:58  Check your own timing10:29  Creating space, time & energy11:30  My own group program story16:41  My 202217:25  Beyond group programs ‌Links:‌ ‌To work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/   ‌Stay Connected  Like what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!   You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.  I would be really grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” I’d also love to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!  Follow me!  Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins 

“What drove me is to help others, to have a transformative impact on their lives… For-profits and non-profits: these are just two different ways to get to the same goal.”- Audra RenyiWhen your entrepreneurial success stems from your passion, there is no limit to the change you can make in the world!Audra Renyi runs two thriving companies, one a non-profit and the other for-profit. As the executive director of World Wide Hearing and the founder of EarAccess Inc., Audra is on a mission to increase the accessibility and affordability of hearing care in areas of great need, and create lasting, impactful change in those communities.Audra is the first guest on the Road to Seven to have been named a Heroine of Health at the WHO World Health Assembly and have won the 2017 Governor-General’s Innovation Award!Press play to learn how Audra brings a little business into her non-profit, and infuses her for-profit business with a social mission.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode of the Road to Seven podcast,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌The biggest challenge Audra has faced as a disruptor in her sectorWhat Audra considers when choosing new markets to move intoThe critical, under-served period during which children should be screened for hearing lossAbout Audra Renyi: Audra Renyi is the executive director of World Wide Hearing and the founder of EarAccess Inc. She has worked as an investment banker on Wall Street and with Doctors Without Borders in Chad and Rwanda. She was a business consultant in microfinance in Kenya, served as the CFO of the One Acre Fund, and was a Director of Development for Canada World Youth.  Highlights:‌ ‌00:01  Intro02:18  Meet Audra Renyi05:28  Audra’s journey06:48  Bringing business into non-profit08:26  Bringing social responsibility into for-profit11:05  Government collaborations11:39  Microfinancing14:05  Biggest challenges 16:16  SheEO & digital shift17:47  Choosing markets20:01  Balancing two companies21:13  What she knows now22:16  What’s next? ‌Links:‌Audra Renyihttps://www.wwhearing.org https://earaccess.comTo work with me and make your next power move, visit:https://www.theroadtoseven.com/Stay ConnectedLike what you’re hearing? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for more episodes to boost your Road to Seven today! I have more episodes with great tips and conversations with women that are revolutionizing the way we do business - don’t miss it!You can also join the Road To Seven Facebook group to meet other like-minded entrepreneurs who want to band together and help each other rise up.I would be grateful if you left a review on iTunes so that others can find and boost their business too! Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.” I’dlove to hear what your favourite part of this episode is in the comments below. Thank you!Follow me!Instagram: @shelaghcummins  Twitter: @shelaghcummins  https://facebook.com/ShelaghCummins  https://linkedin.com/in/shelaghcummins