Business Not As Usual with Megan Yelaney

What does it really look like to build a thriving business and have a full life outside of it? In this episode, I'm sharing a real-time behind-the-scenes look at my current season—balancing motherhood, marriage, a new fun project, and a major business growth push. I'm revealing how I'm expanding my capacity so I can get where I want to go without the burnout. You'll also learn what's not working in marketing anymore—and what to do instead to actually reach and activate your people. As well as an epic upcoming workshop you don't want to miss! If you're in a season of growth—or even transition—this is the episode that will help you stay grounded, focused, and motivated to keep moving forward. → Framework Workshop: https://meganyelaney.com/framework-masterclass → Business Story Blueprint: https://meganyelaney.com/business-story-blueprint → 10K One Liner: https://meganyelaney.com/the-10k-one-liner → Rachel Joy https://www.houseofjoy.ca/ → Jordan Gill https://systemssavedme.com/

What if the reason you feel scattered, overwhelmed, or "off" in your business… isn't the "normal" burnout we've become familiar with—but high-functioning burnout? In this episode, I chat with the Entrepreneur's Therapist and nervous system-first business mentor, Ash McDonald, to dig into what's really happening beneath the surface for high-achieving entrepreneurs. We get into the hidden patterns keeping you stuck—like decision fatigue, false emergencies, and emotional residue—and why overconsumption (yes, even from AI and social media) might be disconnecting you from your intuition. You'll walk away with a powerful, practical framework to regulate your nervous system (she literally walks us through an exercise in real time), rebuild self-trust, and expand your capacity—so you can grow your business without sacrificing the life you're building it for. → Connect with Ash: https://ashmcdonaldmentoring.com/ → Listen to the Shamelessly Ambitious Podcast: https://ashmcdonaldmentoring.com/podcastpage → Energy Advantage Playlist: https://ashmcdonald.myflodesk.com/eap → Come say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganyelaney

"Google doesn't know how to trust, so it's looking for signals that other people trust you." We're getting into it today! Into how you can build a reputation search engines can trust, using credibility signals. As you'll hear Laura Jawad share, these credibility signals matter more than ever now that AI is here! So… what are these signals? How can you start leveraging them? And how can SEO and AI searches start feeding you people who are actively searching for you? Because that is the goal! We don't want to just rely on social media—we want to start getting found. If you haven't already expanded out of social media, I cannot recommend it enough. Start now because it takes time to build, which Laura explains really beautifully in this episode. Get ready, you're gonna wanna take notes! Connect w/ Laura: → CEO SEO Scorecard: www.laurajawadmarketing.com/business-not-as-usual → Website: www.laurajawadmarketing.com → Come say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganyelaney

In this episode, I'm sharing a candid BTS look at navigating life, motherhood, and entrepreneurship during what has been a really challenging personal season. But this is not my first rodeo! One of the most important things that's gotten me through this and other intense seasons have been the mindset shifts. And expanding my capacity by bringing on support and making strategic investments. Because the whole point is to grow and scale without working more than I am right now. So how do I do that? What does the plan look like? And how can you do this, too? That's exactly what we're getting into in this episode! → Broadcast Channel Link: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbaAph8E1Wnq7sZO/?igsh=OXRyNDM4NHZhbHpo → Rachel Joy (@theracheljoy1): https://www.instagram.com/theracheljoy1/ → Tasha + Brandon Skillen (@rulesandrebellion): https://www.instagram.com/rulesandrebellion/ → Jordan Gill (@systemssavedme): https://www.instagram.com/systemssavedme/

In this episode of Business Not As Usual, I sit down with returning guest Allison Walsh—personal brand expert, consultant, bestselling author, and international speaker—to talk about her journey from starting a nonprofit at 18 to scaling startups, coaching leaders, and building a brand empire rooted in impact. Allison doesn't just share the highlight reel. She opens up about the failed launches, the risks that paid off (and the ones that didn't), and the mindset shifts that helped her stay grounded, resilient, and successful through every season of business. We cover: How Allison turned her personal story into a mission-driven brand Why vulnerability builds deeper connection with your audience The "Bounce Back Factor" and how to recover quickly after setbacks The difference between reckless risks and calculated, business-building risks Why agility and alignment are non-negotiable for long-term growth If you've ever felt like a failure set you back, this conversation will remind you it's often the setup for your next success. 🎁 Allison is also gifting you her Shine Bright Brand Building Blueprint, a mini training to help you clarify your brand and amplify your impact. Grab it here → https://www.allisonwalshconsulting.com/shine-bright-brand-building-blueprint 📚 Connect with Allison: She Believes She Could Podcast She Believes She Could Book Build Your Brand On Demand Course Meg's Links: Business Story BluePrint Connect on Instagram

"Everything's going so well, Megan. Why the hell are you throwing this wrench in?" When I tell you this wasn't even a top-of-mind goal… It wasn't something I said out loud or even thought that much of consciously. But it was obviously in there subconsciously! Initially, I only shared it with my mastermind peers. Then I went and shared my big hairy, scary goal on social—for the whole world to see! But here's the thing… I've felt myself playing it really safe in business recently. There's nothing wrong with that! My nervous system NEEDED safe and calm after giving birth to twins and adjusting to that new lifestyle. Now? Now I know my non-negotiables, I have a clear timeline, and I know exactly how I do (and do NOT) want to hit this goal. I'm sharing it all in this podcast episode, so press play and join me on what's sure to be a wild ride! → Come say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganyelaney → Sign up for the Weekly Edge Newsletter: https://meganyelaney.com/newsletter-opt-in → 10X Is Easier Than 2X Book: https://amzn.to/4bU8EMc

One platform should NOT be your whole business. (Stay with me!) It feels GREAT to get more views on a post than normal! Getting those views on your website matters just as much—if not more. Sure some of the views on social are search-based, but a lot of it is that people happen to be scrolling and you stop their scroll. They're not intentionally looking for that thing. When you do get that kind of engagement from your content? Game-changing! So… how can you create a lead gen system to bring in the right clients without posting on social media all. day. long? That's exactly why Holly Haynes is with us on the pod! She does this for herself and her clients following her anti-social strategies. (Which aren't quite what you're expecting.) In this actionable conversation, Holly explains what micro partnerships are (and how to easily spot your first one), shares the BEST question you can ask yourself as a business owner, and we even get into what time management looks like as a twin mom and business owner! You're gonna want to bookmark and come back to this one. 😉 → Tune in to Crush the Rush™ Podcast with Holly! → Get instant access to the "Ditch the Drama" Workshop

"How tf do you manage all of us?" That question came out of a mastermind call and it inspired this entire podcast episode! In a nutshell: I have 3 main things. They allow me to serve clients well AND be a whole person—and mom, and wife, and daughter, and friend, and all the things. To give you some context, I have 39 clients right now—15 in TDE, 13 in the TDE continuation, 9 in the mastermind, and 2 one-on-one clients. Now I've had way more than 39 clients at once in the past! But a lot of them were in programs that I had at the time that were not as hands-on. The way things are right now, my offers are high-ticket and high-touch. And I'm bringing you behind-the-scenes to show you exactly how I do it—and you can, too! Do not neglect your business just because you are so deep in serving clients. It will bite you in the butt! I promise you can do both! I do both and I know you can do both, too. Share any follow-up questions you have with me—send me a DM on Instagram. I love hearing from you! → Come say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganyelaney → Sign up for the Weekly Edge Newsletter: https://meganyelaney.com/newsletter-opt-in → 10X Is Easier Than 2X Book: https://amzn.to/4bU8EMc

It's far too easy for that connection between couples to slip away when you're in that building stage as a business owner. And I know I say this about everyone on the podcast, but these two… Are the reason we got pregnant. Not in a weird way! They revived our marriage in so many ways, which is what ultimately brought us our baby boys. It's WILD to see the domino effect of what this coaching did for our life. James and Angela Mitchell specifically help married entrepreneurs. Such a unique situation requires coaches who actually "get it." They not only get it—they're living it, just like we are! Angela brings over 20 years in the counseling world working with women and families, while James draws from his experience as a lifelong entrepreneur and years as a transformational coach for men and couples. Together they have this magic where they blend heart and strategy to help couples get on the same page, deepen their connection, and build a marriage that not only thrives but fuels their business success. And who knows… maybe even go on to have twins! → Get the full show notes here! James + Angela's Links: →Podcast: Married & Magnetic on Apple or Spotify Meg's Links: →Say hi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganyelaney →Discover how to craft a powerful business origin story that sets you apart, builds trust, and inspires clients to work with you: https://meganyelaney.com/business-story-blueprint