The Happy Go Social Podcast

Megan Glenn
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Owning a small business is no easy task. Add in being a parent, and the list of things to manage is endless. Here on The Happy Go Social podcast, we will talk all things marketing, business & life. This podcast is built for YOU, the small business owner-not marketers at giant companies with huge budgets (we do love ya'll though!). Join Meg Glenn and her guests on Wednesdays to learn from other small business owners and marketers. You can grow your business, be a great parent, AND enjoy your life-it's totally possible. Let's learn from each other and help each other grow! Meg Glenn is the founder and CEO of Happy Go Social, a creative marketing agency. You can connect with her on Instagram @happy.go.social. To work with Meg and her team, head to www.happygosocial.net.

  1. 08/30/2023

    16. Bookkeeping 101: Creating Magick with the Money in Your Business ft. Cheyenne Reed

    I am very excited to chat with my fabulous bookkeeper, Cheyenne Reed, on the podcast today! Cheyenne Reed is a former accountant-turned-bookkeeper, and the owner of Abundance Alchemy. She has always been a lover of numbers, and eventually, she started her own bookkeeping business in 2021. Cheyenne’s mission is simple - she wants to help millennial women create magick in the mundane of money. She is passionate about really understanding her clients’ goals and helping them feel comfortable with their money, and ultimately, create a dream life they’re excited about. Cheyenne is also a wife, dog lover, gardener, and considers herself a modern day hippie who loves living a simple life. In today’s episode, creating magick with the money in your business, we’re talking about: Cheyenne’s story of working in accounting, and what eventually led her to start her own bookkeeping businessThe biggest piece of advice for new business ownersBenefits to having a solid bookkeeping system in placeCommon mistakes business owners tend to makeUnderstanding that money is a tool and there is enough out there for everyone Find the COMPLETE SHOW NOTES HERE: https://happygosocial.net/happygosocialpodcast Learn more about working with Cheyenne on her website: https://abundancealchemy.co/ Connect with Cheyenne on  Instagram and TikTok Connect with me on Instagram @happy.go.social Learn more about our team and how we can work together at https://happygosocial.net/

    26 min

  2. 08/16/2023

    15. Business Insurance: Choosing a Trusted Resource with Daniel Chunn

    I’m excited to welcome an amazing guest, Daniel Chunn, onto the podcast today!  Daniel Chunn is the founder and CEO of Chunn Insurance Agency. When it comes to working with his clients as an insurance agent, Daniel cares about building a relationship - business is not just a transaction for him. He wants to keep things as simple as possible for his clients, and fostering peace of mind for individuals and their families through dependable services and personal touch is vital. Daniel believes finding and choosing a trusted resource for your small business is key, and he takes pride in being that for the people he gets to help. Daniel also partnered with some fellow business owners on another business venture, and he’s now a part of Prohibition Home Brewing, Tennessee’s expert in homebrewing and premium cigars. In today’s episode about choosing a trusted resource for your small business, we’re talking about: Daniel’s decision to start a business he truly cared about, so he could leave a legacy for his familyWhy small business owners really need a trusted resource when it comes to insurance for their businessesUnderstanding risk analysis when it comes to insurance for your businessDaniel’s new venture as a partner with the business, Prohibition Home Brewing The importance of consistent networking + finding the right fit for you and your business  Find the COMPLETE SHOW NOTES HERE: https://happygosocial.net/happygosocialpodcast Learn more about working with Daniel and get your FREE risk assessment here: https://www.chunninsuranceagency.com/ Connect with Daniel on Facebook and Instagram Connect with me on Instagram @happy.go.social Learn more about our team and how we can work together at https://happygosocial.net/

    29 min

  3. 08/02/2023

    14. Finding Your Unique Color Palette to Showcase Your Brand ft. Brooke Bauer from House of Colour

    I had the honor of chatting with another amazing guest, Brooke Bauer, on the podcast today! Brooke Bauer is a stylist and color consultant with House of Colour in middle Tennessee. She’s always had a passion for fashion and design, and she now helps her clients determine their individualized color palette, as well as their authentic clothing personality style. The real magic happens when your skin is surrounded by your best colors, and you’re dressing in a way that honors your body shape, personality, and lifestyle. Brooke loves teaching women how to amplify their God-given beauty, and dress with confidence! In today’s episode, we’re talking about: Brooke’s story of becoming a color consultant with House of ColourWhat to expect during a typical color consult Incorporating your unique colors and style into your brandHaving a style analysis done + learning your particular clothing personality I loved the conversation I had with Brooke, and I learned so much valuable information about colors and styles when it comes to our brands. Finding your unique color palette to showcase your brand IS powerful - it truly helps you to feel your best, because you’re able to be your authentic self. You can visit Brooke in person for a personalized consult, but if that’s not an option, listen to this episode to learn how to look and feel amazing with your clothing and style every day! FULL SHOW NOTES: https://happygosocial.net/happygosocialpodcast Connect with Brooke on Instagram Use the code HAPPYGOSOCIAL for $20 off your first service with Brooke! https://house-of-colour-tristartn.square.site/ Connect with me on Instagram @happy.go.social Learn more about our team and how we can work together at https://happygosocial.net/

    20 min

  4. 07/19/2023

    13. Brewing Something Special: Local Spotlight ft. Kimberly Griggers from CJ's Coffee Barn

    I’m excited to welcome a local business owner, Kimberly Griggers, onto the podcast today! Kimberly is the owner of CJ’s Coffee Barn, a drive-thru coffee stand, in downtown Winchester, TN. Originally from Washington, she completed a barista/owner training course at the Seattle Barista Academy before relocating to Tennessee. Kimberly always had the intent to open her own latte stand, and after moving to Tennessee to meet her (now) husband, her dream became a reality. CJ’s Coffee Barn is the one and only drive-thru coffee barn in the area, offering over 70 flavors in a variety of espressos, smoothies, lotus lattes, and more. In today’s episode, we’re talking about: Kimberly’s journey to becoming a business owner and buying a coffee standStruggles with having a drive-thru coffee standImportant lessons Kimberly has learned since opening CJ’s Coffee BarnWhich social media platform(s) and types of advertising works bestHow the JOE app has helped the growth of CJ’s Coffee BarnKimberly’s best advice for anyone wanting to open a coffee stand Kimberly and I had such a fun conversation talking about all things business, coffee, and more. She truly is passionate about the work she is doing, and she and her staff love getting to be creative with their menu for CJ’s Coffee Barn. If you’re visiting the Winchester, TN area, you’ll definitely want to stop by CJ’s Coffee Barn and see what’s brewing! FULL SHOW NOTES: https://happygosocial.net/happygosocialpodcast Connect with Kimberly on Instagram and Facebook Connect with me on Instagram @happy.go.social Learn more about our team and how we can work together at https://happygosocial.net/

    29 min

  5. 07/05/2023

    12. Earned Media Vs. Paid Media-Let’s Talk About It! with Kristin Luna

    I’m very excited to have another incredible guest, Kristin Luna, on the podcast today! Kristin and I actually met locally, and she’s got a pretty unique background with plenty of fun things going on. Kristin is a Nashville-based writer specializing in all forms of journalism-travel, food, home renovation, entrepreneurship, and more. She’s also a photographer, videographer, public speaker, and the creator of Camels & Chocolate blog (est. 2007). Kristin and her husband, Scott, founded DMA Events, a nonprofit devoted to creative placemaking through community events and the installation of murals.  In today’s episode, we’re talking about: Earned media vs. paid mediaThe importance of cultivating genuine relationships with people who are writing for publications you are interested in and want to be a part ofWhy you NEED to have some kind of online presence as a business ownerThe best ways to really connect with your audience on social media and grab attention from someone in earned mediaBest practices for product-based businesses who want to expand into other types of mediaWhy you should always have accurate contact information readily available so someone can get in touch with you easily My conversation with Kristin was a blast, and I learned SO much more about earned media vs. paid media. If you’ve ever been curious about earned vs. paid media and how they can work for your business, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! FULL SHOW NOTES: https://happygosocial.net/happygosocialpodcast Connect with Kristin on Instagram  Check out Kristin's blog and learn more about working with her: https://www.camelsandchocolate.com/blog/ Connect with me on Instagram @happy.go.social Learn more about our team and how we can work together at https://happygosocial.net/

    29 min

  6. 06/21/2023

    11. Stepping Into Your Power and Finding Your Confidence with April Bowers

    I’m excited to welcome another amazing guest, April Bowers, onto the podcast today! April is a former English teacher turned branding, headshot, and portrait photographer with her own business, April Bowers Creative. She’s a lifelong lover of the art of photography; she finds beauty and inspiration everywhere, especially in the ‘imperfect’ and unconventional. Everybody is art, and everybody is worthy of being seen! She wants to encourage people to embrace what makes them stand out, and lean into a photoshoot with curiosity and playfulness. April is also a mindset and confidence coach. She believes the magic lies in being your authentic, true self, and she loves helping people shine their light more in the world. In today’s episode, we’re talking about: April’s story of becoming a branding photographer and mindset and confidence coachThe importance of showing up in your brand for your audienceHow often you should be doing content photoshoots Valuable lessons April has learned on her entrepreneurial journeyThe special, limited-edition series April is doing to celebrate women in business, entrepreneurship, and leadershipApril is passionate about helping her clients stand out from the crowd, because you shouldn’t be afraid to shine your light and leave your unique mark in the world. Stepping into your power and finding confidence with your brand IS something you can do as a small business owner. If you’re ready to elevate your personal brand and connect on a deeper level with your audience, you do NOT want to miss this episode with April! FULL SHOW NOTES: https://happygosocial.net/happygosocialpodcast Connect with April on Instagram Learn more about how you can work with April: https://www.aprilbowerscreative.com/ Connect with me on Instagram @happy.go.social Learn more about our team and how we can work together at https://happygosocial.net/

    25 min

  7. 06/07/2023

    10. Trademarks: Do You Need One? with Vicky Smolyar

    I’m excited to have Vicky Smolyar on the podcast to talk all things trademarks, copyrights, and more! Vicky has business in her blood; she started her very first business back in the 5th grade, publishing and selling magazines to her classmates. She is now the founder and head attorney at Smolyar Law. Vicky helps entrepreneurs use the law to their advantage, so they can then thrive and grow the businesses of their dreams.  Vicky is both a business lawyer and business owner, and she believes your legal decisions should be made from a place of power, not fear. When it comes to important legal matters like trademarks, this isn’t something you should be DIYing!  In today’s episode, we’re talking all about: When you really need to trademark something (and when you don’t)What a trademark actually isWhat a copyright is, and if/when you need to register your copyrights Expected costs when working with a trademark attorney like VickyVicky’s DIY trademark registration course, and why she created it Vicky is passionate about the work she does as a trademark attorney, and she loves supporting and nurturing her clients along their entrepreneurial journeys. While legal matters are so not an exciting part of business, they are extremely important, and shouldn’t be shoved under the rug.  If you know it’s time to trademark the important assets of your business, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! it sort of gives you the tools that you need to be able to go and shut people down that are sort of trying to imitate you, whether that be intentional or not intentional.you have to think about what you're doing now, what you're going to do in the future, and that sort of informs FULL SHOW NOTES: https://happygosocial.net/happygosocialpodcast Connect with Vicky on Instagram Connect with Vicky on LinkedIn Learn more about how you can work with Vicky: https://www.smolyarlaw.com/ Connect with me on Instagram @happy.go.social Learn more about our team and how we can work together at https://happygosocial.net/

    34 min

  8. 05/24/2023

    9. How to Be Successful on Etsy with Paige Anderson

    In today’s episode, I have my good friend Paige Anderson on to talk all things Etsy! Paige is the founder and visionary behind Ponderosa Creative, a creative haven merging needlework supplies and quilted goods. Her company was founded in 2017 after she graduated college and became a mother. Ponderosa Creative offers hand dye courses, PDF eBooks, quilt patterns, and a curated selection of supplies such as her bestselling Ponderosa Thread Gloss. She decided to pivot away from the environmental field that she was in, to a career that allowed her to have more flexibility with raising her child and she has found so much success using Etsy.  In today’s episode, we’re talking about: How her top-selling Ponderosa Thread Gloss came to beHer favorite part of selling on EtsyThe benefits of becoming a ‘Star Seller’ on EtsyHer biggest advice for Etsy beginnersThe importance of good SEO in your business and on your listingsHer view on fees and the cost of doing businessIf you’re looking to get started with Etsy or just looking to improve your existing Etsy shop, you won’t want to miss this episode! FULL SHOW NOTES: https://happygosocial.net/happygosocialpodcast Connect with Paige on Instagram Check out her website and subscribe to her email list Connect with me on Instagram @happy.go.social Learn more about our team and how we can work together at https://happygosocial.net/

    35 min
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Owning a small business is no easy task. Add in being a parent, and the list of things to manage is endless. Here on The Happy Go Social podcast, we will talk all things marketing, business & life. This podcast is built for YOU, the small business owner-not marketers at giant companies with huge budgets (we do love ya'll though!). Join Meg Glenn and her guests on Wednesdays to learn from other small business owners and marketers. You can grow your business, be a great parent, AND enjoy your life-it's totally possible. Let's learn from each other and help each other grow! Meg Glenn is the founder and CEO of Happy Go Social, a creative marketing agency. You can connect with her on Instagram @happy.go.social. To work with Meg and her team, head to www.happygosocial.net.

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  • Creator
    Megan Glenn
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2023 The Happy Go Social Podcast
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