Blaze
The go-to podcast for trailblazing entrepreneurs who believe in doing business (and life) DIFFERENTLY. Tired of hearing the same fluffy advice over and over again? We’re pulling back the curtain to give you an honest take on entrepreneurship. No BS, just real, practical strategies to fuel your growth — and remind you that wherever you are on your journey, you’re not in this alone. Join host Megan Smyth for weekly interviews, roundtable discussions, and solo soapbox episodes to help YOU blaze your own path and build a business that lights you up. Welcome to the new era of entrepreneurship. Welcome to the Blaze podcast!
Episodes
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
09. How to Reclaim REST as an Entrepreneur with Amanda Bourbonais
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Amanda Bourbonais is a holistic health copywriter and the original Health First Freelancer. She has spent the last three years creating a freelance business that supports her healthy lifestyle and allows her to manage chronic Lyme disease and ulcerative colitis on her own terms.
She's now transitioning to become a source of knowledge and inspiration for anyone who wants to create their own Health First business and live a life that truly supports their well-being every day.
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How to schedule your days around your energy levels
Top 2 strategies to get shit done with chronic illness
How to “Slight Edge” your way to success
Beginner-friendly breath work and meditation ideas
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Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
08. Ditching Routines and Starting a Second Business with Ashley Crowe
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Productivity. Is there any topic MORE talked about online?
We all want to get more shit done, but between the time blocking, theme days, CEO days, weekly routines, morning routines, and evening routines…we spend more time planning how productive we’re going to be than we do actually doing the thing.
And what if you’re someone who hates following a schedule? Or whose old routine no longer fits your current season of life? Are you just doomed forever?
Ashley Crowe is living proof that you don’t need to follow a set routine to be a successful entrepreneur. Not only has Ashley built her copywriting business while homeschooling her kids, but she was also able to retire her husband, launch a second business, and do it all while traveling around the States in an RV (no big deal).
Click play to hear:
The Anti-Routine: productivity advice for people who hate routines
How being a mom has shaped Ashley’s business for the better
The slow travel lifestyle and advice for taking your business on the road
Advice for starting a second business
“Help! I have all the ideas!!” How to choose which projects are worth pursuing
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Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
07. The Ins and Outs of Rebranding with RuthAnn Rafiq
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Rebranding is a BEAST of a topic. Trust me, I know – my own rebrand spiralled from “a small logo refresh” to a full-blown messaging revamp, strategy overhaul, new design, photography, and website…it was an *undertaking* to say the least.
Thankfully we’ve got today’s guest to walk us through the process! RuthAnn Rafiq is a Kansas City native, mama of 2 littles, and owner of R Artspace, a branding studio helping established women entrepreneurs rebrand their business to align with their current vibe, vision, and values.
Since 2016, RuthAnn has helped women ditch the DIY so they can step into the CEO role with a brand and website that represents them AND their business well.
If your brand is feeling a little blah lately, this episode is PACKED full of tips to help you freshen things up!
Click play to learn:
The 2 biggest mistakes RuthAnn made her first year in business
When is the right time to invest in a rebrand? How do you know you’re *ready*?
Design, messaging, strategy, photography…where do you START?
How to keep your brand fresh when you’ve been in business for years
Brand and website recommendation for your first year in biz
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Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
06. Turning Up The Volume on YOU: Building Your Brand Identity with Rachel Lee
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
The only way to build a brand that stands out in a sea of sameness is to…know thyself.
Rachel Lee is a brand strategist, designer, and expert on the “human aspect” of branding. She helps established entrepreneurs transition from a business brand to a personal brand that allows them to connect with their audience on a deeper level.
Rachel believes that branding isn't JUST about the way you look — it's about knowing who you are, and being intentional in the way you show that to the world!
In this episode, we’re getting real about how to “get seen” online…and how scary it can feel when your income depends on people liking and accepting you.
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The difference between your BUSINESS and your BRAND
Why Rachel switched from hiding between an agency model and third-person language to confidently owning her personal brand
How to turn your biggest insecurity into your biggest strength
2 powerful questions to help you build a brand that stands OUT
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Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
05. How to Build a Community That Will Follow You Anywhere with Ally Lauren
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Building a community around your brand is one of the fastest ways to skyrocket your business.
Almost every female entrepreneur I’ve met lists “community” as one of her core values – but how do you grow a loyal, engaged audience around your personal brand when you’re constantly shifting and evolving as a business owner?
Today Ally Lauren and I are breaking down TACTICAL tips to help you show up as your authentic self online and attract an audience that shares your values. We talk about how to navigate shifts and pivots in your business, and how you can take your biz in a completely different direction WITHOUT losing people along the way.
Ally is a high-vibe, yoga-flowing, van-living business coach. Her superpower is helping people create the businesses they love while also living a life rooted in joy, freedom, and peace.
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How you can build the courage to show up as your true self online
Advice for combining multiple passions in your business
How to completely shift directions without losing your audience
Real talk: how to set better boundaries around social media
Why you don’t need another “Ways to Work With Me” post (and what to post instead)
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Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
04. Mental-Health First Marketing with Luan Jardine
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
We left the 9-5 world for more freedom…but what happens that when you end up working MORE in your business than you did at your old job?
Luan Jardine is a Facebook and Instagram Ads Expert – but she does ads differently than anyone I know. Luan believes in mental health first marketing, and this episode is all about helping you build a more sustainable, joyful business.
We had an honest conversation about how our personal lives impact our businesses, how to deal with hard seasons, and the power of following JOY in your life and business. I’m SO excited to hear what you guys think of this one!
Click play to learn:- Why you’re working so much and how to break free from that pattern- What to do when it feels like you’ve lost that “spark” in your business- How to keep your business running when your personal life blows up- Letting go of the pressure to be consistent in your marketing (and what to focus on instead)- The ONLY 2 criteria that determine whether you’re ready to run ads
Luan was also generous to share a special discount code for her mini-course to help you kickstart your first ad campaign, so make sure you listen ‘til the end for that!
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