Crush the Rush™: The Female Entrepreneur Podcast for Sustainable Business Growth

Hosted by Holly Haynes
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Crush the Rush™ is the female entrepreneur podcast for sustainable business growth—created for women business owners who want to scale profitably without burnout, hustle culture, or constant social media. Hosted by Holly Haynes, business strategist and former Fortune 500 executive, this business podcast for women helps established female entrepreneurs build intentional, scalable businesses using simple systems, organic client attraction, and values-based strategy. Each week, you’ll learn how to: Grow a profitable business without working 24/7Attract clients organically without Instagram or daily postingBuild simple, scalable business systems and workflowsCreate predictable revenue through evergreen marketing strategiesLead like a CEO while protecting your time and energyThrough practical strategy episodes and honest conversations, Crush the Rush™ breaks down what it actually takes to grow a sustainable business in today’s online economy. New episodes every Monday. If you’re a female entrepreneur ready for clarity, systems, and sustainable growth—this podcast is for you.

  1. 622 - The 30-Minute Website Strategy That Grows Your Email List on Autopilot using Claude Co-Work

    2D AGO

    622 - The 30-Minute Website Strategy That Grows Your Email List on Autopilot using Claude Co-Work

    In this week's pep talk, I am sharing the simple three-layer website strategy we’re using to organically add 20+ new email subscribers every single week without relying on ads, social media, or constantly creating new content. We’re talking about sustainable audience growth, smarter website conversions, and how to turn your existing traffic into real leads that actually want to hear from you.    In today's episode, I share: 02:58 – The behind-the-scenes website strategy currently bringing in 20+ organic email subscribers every single week04:03 – Why these subscribers convert differently than people coming from social media or paid ads05:01 – The real reason small weekly subscriber growth compounds faster than most entrepreneurs realize05:45 – Who this strategy works best for and why website traffic matters more than follower count06:23 – The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make when people visit their website but never join their email list07:41 – How pop-ups have evolved since the early blogging days and why they still work when used strategically09:12 – The first layer of the system: rotating podcast pre-rolls that direct listeners to specific lead magnets11:08 – The second layer: smart website pop-ups that capture attention without feeling intrusive or spammy13:26 – The third layer: blog-specific pop-ups tailored to exactly what someone is already searching for15:44 – Why sustainable business growth comes from optimizing what you already have instead of constantly creating more content  🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 🎯 Free Quiz: What's Standing Between You and Consistent Business Income? → hollymariehaynes.com/quiz 👉 Apply to the Co-Op → www.hollymariehaynes.com/coop 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 🗨️ Chat with Holly → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/chat

    21 min
  2. 621 - Maycember: How I Plan My Summer as a Female Entrepreneur So the Business Runs While I'm at the Pool

    5D AGO

    621 - Maycember: How I Plan My Summer as a Female Entrepreneur So the Business Runs While I'm at the Pool

    In this week's pep talk, I am sharing how I plan and run my business during the summer without burning out, overworking, or letting everything fall apart behind the scenes. We’re talking about sustainable business growth, realistic summer schedules, and the systems that help you stay consistent even when life looks completely different.   In today's episode, I share: 02:58 – Why summer can completely throw off your business rhythm and the two biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make this time of year05:01 – How I start planning our summer schedule months in advance instead of waiting until June07:12 – The mindset shift that helped me stop building my business around hustle culture and start building around real life09:36 – What “Maycember” looks like in our house and why this season requires a completely different business model11:44 – The exact questions I ask before summer starts so I know what I actually want the next few months to feel like14:02 – How my husband and I plan family priorities first and build the business around them afterward16:15 – The systems and automations that keep the business running while I’m offline or spending time with my family18:27 – How I structure June, July, and August differently inside the business to protect my time and energy20:41 – Why reduced hours do not have to mean reduced revenue when your business systems are set up intentionally23:06 – The bigger lesson behind creating a business that supports your life instead of competing with it  🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 🎯 Free Quiz: What's Standing Between You and Consistent Business Income? → hollymariehaynes.com/quiz 👉 Apply to the Co-Op → www.hollymariehaynes.com/coop 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 🗨️ Chat with Holly → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/chat

    25 min
  3. 620 - The Welcome Sequence Formula That Turns Silent Subscribers Into Lifelong Customers

    MAY 11

    620 - The Welcome Sequence Formula That Turns Silent Subscribers Into Lifelong Customers

    If you’ve ever thought, “I’m sending emails… but I know I’m leaving money on the table,” this episode is going to completely change how you think about email marketing. In this conversation, I’m joined by Kieryn Wang, founder of Allmost, to talk about how female entrepreneurs can build intentional email systems that create more connection, more conversions, and more predictable revenue—without relying on hustle marketing or constant social media posting. We go far beyond basic newsletters and dive into the email strategies that actually move the needle, including welcome sequences that turn subscribers into buyers, abandoned cart emails that feel human instead of pushy, and smart segmentation strategies that help you increase sales without emailing more. Kieryn shares how brands can create sustainable email systems that nurture relationships, build trust, and quietly generate revenue in the background while you focus on living your life and growing your business intentionally.   Today you'll hear: 02:58 – Meet Kieryn Wang and why email marketing is one of the most valuable business assets for entrepreneurs 04:21 – What building a life-first business means to Kieryn right now 05:47 – The biggest misconceptions entrepreneurs have about email marketing 06:36 – Why email marketing is more similar to social media than people realize 08:15 – Why most businesses are underutilizing their email lists 09:42 – How welcome sequences build trust and increase conversions 12:40 – Why abandoned cart emails are one of the highest-leverage automations you can create 14:02 – The mindset shift that makes sales emails feel more human and less pushy 15:33 – How segmentation helps you increase revenue without emailing more 19:05 – Why trust is the foundation of sustainable email marketing 22:16 – The connection between evergreen email systems and sustainable business growth 24:03 – Why entrepreneurs should stop relying entirely on social media for sales 28:58 – The biggest mistakes brands make with email marketing automation 32:11 – Why consistency matters more than perfection in email marketing 35:18 – Final advice for entrepreneurs who want email marketing to feel simpler, smarter, and more sustainable  CONNECT WITH KIERYN: Website: https://www.itsallmost.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsallmost Inbox-to-Revenue Toolkit: http://itsallmost.com/crushtherush (Use code CRUSH for $30 off the first month) The Conversion Club Membership Community: https://www.itsallmost.com/the-conversion-club     🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 🎯 Free Quiz: What's Standing Between You and Consistent Business Income? → hollymariehaynes.com/quiz 👉 Apply to the Co-Op → www.hollymariehaynes.com/coop 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 🗨️ Chat with Holly → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/chat

    32 min
  4. 619 - Real Launch Debrief: What Actually Worked (and What I'd Change) With a 5,000-Person Email List and No Social Media

    MAY 4

    619 - Real Launch Debrief: What Actually Worked (and What I'd Change) With a 5,000-Person Email List and No Social Media

    In this week's pep talk, I am sharing a full, honest launch debrief—what actually worked, what didn’t, and the unexpected insight that is changing how I approach sustainable business growth moving forward.   In today's episode, I share: 01:38 – Why I’m pulling back the curtain on this launch and what “real transparency” in business actually looks like03:05 – The context behind this launch (email list size, offer history, and why we don’t rely on social media)05:12 – The structure of the Antisocial School launch and how we approached it with a small, engaged audience07:26 – What worked during the launch and the strategies that drove the most momentum09:48 – The quieter moments of the launch and why not every day converts (and that’s normal)12:03 – What didn’t work as expected and the data that surprised me the most14:21 – The mid-launch realization that shifted my strategy in real time16:37 – How I approached decision-making without reacting emotionally to the numbers18:52 – The biggest lesson from this launch and how it’s shaping our plans for the rest of the year21:10 – What this means for your next launch if you want sustainable, scalable results without burnout  🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 🎯 Free Quiz: What's Standing Between You and Consistent Business Income? → hollymariehaynes.com/quiz 👉 Join the Anti-Social School™ → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 🎙️ Listen to the Ditch the Social Drama Workshop and Private Podcast → www.hollymariehaynes.com/workshop 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 🗨️ Chat with Holly → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/chat

    27 min
  5. 618 - 3 Ways to Create Consistent Cashflow in Your Business & Eliminate Income Unpredictability

    APR 27

    618 - 3 Ways to Create Consistent Cashflow in Your Business & Eliminate Income Unpredictability

    If your income feels like a rollercoaster with one month high and the next uncertain, this episode will completely change how you think about money in your business. In this conversation, I’m joined by Gina Knox, financial strategist, former QuickBooks researcher, and founder of Small Business Money School, to talk about how to create financial stability even when your revenue isn’t consistent. Gina has helped entrepreneurs save millions and build real wealth by doing one thing incredibly well: making money feel calm, predictable, and in your control. We break down what it actually looks like to pay yourself consistently, how to build a business savings system that supports long-term growth, and why inconsistent income doesn’t have to mean unstable finances. Gina also shares her perspective on wealth building, why it’s okay to want more money, and how to design a business that supports your life, not the other way around.   Today you'll hear: 01:38 – Meet Gina Knox and how she helps entrepreneurs create calm, predictable finances03:16 – What a life-first business looks like in this season (and how money supports it)05:22 – Why making more money actually improves your quality of life (and it’s okay to admit that)07:10 – The real reason entrepreneurs feel stressed about inconsistent income09:05 – Why avoiding your numbers keeps you stuck in financial instability11:12 – The mindset shift that makes money feel simple instead of overwhelming13:08 – How to pay yourself consistently (even when your revenue fluctuates)15:40 – The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make with their income and owner pay18:05 – How to create a business savings system that builds stability20:42 – Why separating your money changes everything in your business23:15 – What “predictable income” actually means (and what it doesn’t)25:50 – How to smooth out income highs and lows without burnout28:30 – The role of savings in long-term sustainable business growth31:05 – Wealth building as a female entrepreneur (no matter your starting point)34:10 – Designing a business that supports your life, family, and priorities37:25 – The simple first steps to take if your finances feel messy or unclear  CONNECT WITH GINA: Website: ginaknox.co Instagram: @ginaknox   🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 🎯 Free Quiz: What's Standing Between You and Consistent Business Income? → hollymariehaynes.com/quiz 👉 Join the Anti-Social School™ → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 🎙️ Listen to the Ditch the Social Drama Workshop and Private Podcast → www.hollymariehaynes.com/workshop 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 🗨️ Chat with Holly → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/chat

    35 min
  6. 617 - The Exact AI Tools I Use Weekly to Run My Business in Less Time (And What They Cost)

    APR 24

    617 - The Exact AI Tools I Use Weekly to Run My Business in Less Time (And What They Cost)

    In this week's bonus pep talk, I am sharing the 3 specific AI skills I’m using right now to save hours every week and how you can use them to simplify your workflow and support sustainable business growth.   In today's episode, I share: 01:38 – Why I recorded this bonus episode and how AI is actually showing up behind the scenes in my business 03:17 – What AI tools I’m currently paying for (and why I chose both ChatGPT and Claude) 05:20 – How I’m using multiple AI platforms together without starting over or overcomplicating things 07:05 – The importance of being slow and intentional when integrating AI into your business 08:40 – How we’re evolving (not replacing) our existing custom GPTs for long-term use 10:15 – The introduction of my custom AI editor and how it helps remove robotic-sounding writing 12:05 – Why editing (not generating) content with AI is a major time-saving shift 13:40 – How I turned my monthly business scorecard into a visual dashboard in under two minutes 15:10 – Why using AI for data visualization helps you make faster, smarter CEO decisions 16:45 – The bigger takeaway: using AI to support your business without burnout or unnecessary complexity  🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 🎯 Free Quiz: What's Standing Between You and Consistent Business Income? → hollymariehaynes.com/quiz 👉 Join the Anti-Social School™ → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 🎙️ Listen to the Ditch the Social Drama Workshop and Private Podcast → www.hollymariehaynes.com/workshop 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 🗨️ Chat with Holly → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/chat

    22 min
  7. 616 - Simple Operational Shifts Female Entrepreneurs Can Make to Increase Profits

    APR 20

    616 - Simple Operational Shifts Female Entrepreneurs Can Make to Increase Profits

    Ever hit a milestone in your business that you thought would feel life-changing… only to find yourself wondering why it suddenly feels heavier, more confusing, or even a little anticlimactic? In this episode, I’m joined by operations and growth mentor Michelle M. Ghassemi, who brings her signature no-fluff clarity to what really happens after you reach big goals and why success can be just as emotionally complex as the climb.   Michelle shares the mindset gaps founders don’t anticipate, the data habits that build true confidence, and the micro-pivots that keep your business moving without burning everything down. We talk about what shifts between 100K and 500K, why “what got you here won’t get you there,” and how to use your numbers to make aligned decisions instead of reactive ones.   If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what your next step should be, this conversation will help you reconnect with your power, simplify your strategy, and lead from a grounded CEO mindset, not fear or guesswork.   Today you'll hear: 03:19 – What a life-first business looks like for Michelle right now, and the non-negotiables that keep her grounded04:59 – The moment Michelle realized that hitting six and seven figures felt different than expected and why success can feel disconnected07:58 – Why what got you to a milestone won’t get you beyond it, and the shift from going wide to going deep11:00 – The core metrics every entrepreneur should track, starting with cost of goods (COGS) and understanding your baseline12:48 – How often to review your numbers and why building the habit early prevents major problems later17:48 – What “micro-pivots” really look like: small adjustments in pricing, messaging, keywords, or systems that make a measurable impact20:48 – Why fear keeps many women from looking at their numbers and how data helps you take back control22:48 – Why fast results are unrealistic, why your data needs time to show patterns, and how to build sustainable growth25:36 – Why founders hit a wall between 100K–500K and how identifying “what’s missing” determines your next strategic hire28:59 – The simple tools Michelle uses to stay organized, manage decisions, and stop busywork before it starts30:09 – How Michelle uses AI for ideation, content creation, and training development  CONNECT WITH MICHELLE: Instagram: @opsandgrowthmentor FREE 30 min biz assessment calls: https://calendly.com/michelle-ghassemi/bizassessmentcall 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 🎯 Free Quiz: What's Standing Between You and Consistent Business Income? → hollymariehaynes.com/quiz 👉 Join the Anti-Social School™ → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 🎙️ Listen to the Ditch the Social Drama Workshop and Private Podcast → www.hollymariehaynes.com/workshop 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 🗨️ Chat with Holly → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/chat

    36 min
  8. 615 - Leadership for Female Entrepreneurs: Values, Accountability, and What to Do When Things Fall Apart

    APR 13

    615 - Leadership for Female Entrepreneurs: Values, Accountability, and What to Do When Things Fall Apart

    If you’ve ever had something in your business not go as planned and felt like everyone was watching… this episode is your reminder that failure isn’t the end, it’s the beginning of building something better. In this episode, I’m joined by Frenchie Ferenczi, business strategist, fractional executive, and growth advisor, to talk about what it really looks like to rebuild after public failure and how to create a more sustainable, values-driven business on the other side. Just a few years ago, over 12,000 people wanted her fired. Instead of walking away, she made a bold decision: to stay, rebuild, and create a business that aligned with her life, her values, and her vision for long-term success. We dive into what that season actually looked like, how she stayed grounded in the middle of noise and criticism, and the practical strategies she used to grow again without burnout, hustle, or starting over. We also talk about what it means to build a life-priority business, how to stay close to the money when things feel uncertain, and why reinvention is often the key to sustainable business growth. If you’re navigating a hard season, questioning your next move, or craving a simpler, more aligned way to grow—this episode will meet you exactly where you are.   Today you’ll hear: 01:38 – Meet Frenchie Ferenczi and the story behind her public business setback03:38 – What a life-priority business really looks like (and why optionality matters)05:10 – How she structures her schedule to prioritize her kids and real life06:38 – The viral moment that changed everything—and what happened next09:15 – Navigating public criticism and staying grounded in your values12:05 – The mindset shift that helped her rebuild instead of walk away15:20 – Why staying close to the money is critical in uncertain seasons18:45 – Simplifying your business instead of overcomplicating your comeback22:10 – Letting go of your old identity to step into your next level25:30 – The emotional side of rebuilding (and what no one prepares you for)29:05 – How to grow without burning out the second time around32:40 – Building a values-driven, sustainable business after failure36:15 – Redefining success around your life—not just your revenue40:05 – What “peace and profit” actually looks like in real life  Connect with Frenchie: Website: https://www.frenchieferenczi.com/ Instagram: @frenchie.ferenczi FREE Weekly Accountability Check-In: https://join.frenchieferenczi.com/weekly/   🔗 LINKS MENTIONED: 🎯 Free Quiz: What's Standing Between You and Consistent Business Income? → hollymariehaynes.com/quiz 👉 Join the Anti-Social School™ → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/antisocial 🎙️ Listen to the Ditch the Social Drama Workshop and Private Podcast → www.hollymariehaynes.com/workshop 🌎 Website → www.hollymariehaynes.com 📲 Instagram → @thehollymariehaynes 🗨️ Chat with Holly → https://www.hollymariehaynes.com/chat

    30 min
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Crush the Rush™ is the female entrepreneur podcast for sustainable business growth—created for women business owners who want to scale profitably without burnout, hustle culture, or constant social media. Hosted by Holly Haynes, business strategist and former Fortune 500 executive, this business podcast for women helps established female entrepreneurs build intentional, scalable businesses using simple systems, organic client attraction, and values-based strategy. Each week, you’ll learn how to: Grow a profitable business without working 24/7Attract clients organically without Instagram or daily postingBuild simple, scalable business systems and workflowsCreate predictable revenue through evergreen marketing strategiesLead like a CEO while protecting your time and energyThrough practical strategy episodes and honest conversations, Crush the Rush™ breaks down what it actually takes to grow a sustainable business in today’s online economy. New episodes every Monday. If you’re a female entrepreneur ready for clarity, systems, and sustainable growth—this podcast is for you.

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