Small Business Growth Tools | Sales, Marketing and Business Growth Strategies for Christian Women in Local Business

Lindsay Fletcher | Christian Entrepreneur | Relationship Marketing & Sales Strategist for Local Small Business

Small Business Growth Tools is for female entrepreneurs & Christian women in small business ready to build a profitable business with strategy & confidence with a healthy dose of faith. Topics include business growth, sales strategy, faith in business, small business marketing tips, relationship marketing,  networking for women, incorporating faith in business, CEO strategy for women, and building systems to support small business growth. Additional topics include time management, task prioritization, online business growth, email marketing, SEO for small business, kingdom business, high growth business tips, automations, AI for small business, marketing without social media, social media marketing, business growth mindset, branding for small business, and more. Host Lindsay Fletcher shares how she uses sales and marketing skills and strategies she learned in her corporate America sales career in starting and building a 7-figure small business, and how they are continuing to grow their local business. She shares Biblical business principles, business growth strategy for Christian entrepreneurs, and actionable strategies to implement today. Lindsay will help you as a faith-driven business owner grow your business with sustainable strategies that help you make an impact and an income. This show is for: Local Business Owners Small Business Owners Service-based Business Professional Services Trades Business Topics include: small business growth local business marketing sales strategy faith in business marketing tips relationship marketing networking CEO strategy systems & automations AI tools time & task management email marketing SEO for small business kingdom business marketing without social media business growth mindset branding & more

  1. 10H AGO

    107. Are Words You Speak Limiting Your Small Business Growth? | Faith in Business Mindset

    In this inspiring episode, discover how faith in business and the power of your words can transform your small business growth. We explore the crucial mindset shifts Christian entrepreneurs need to overcome limiting beliefs that hold back sales strategy, relationship marketing, and leadership confidence. Using the biblical story of Joshua and Caleb, learn why faith, perspective, and obedience play pivotal roles in business success, especially for Christian women running small, local service-based businesses. This episode dives into how faith-driven business principles directly influence your internal dialogue, impacting revenue, confidence, and long-term sustainability. Youll understand why faith-based language matters more than your external circumstances and how to replace fear and complaint with powerful declarations aligned with God's promises. If you're a Christian entrepreneur feeling stuck or discouraged, this episode offers practical steps to renew your mindset, enhance your sales conversations, and grow your small business with confidence and obedience. Tune in to gain biblical insights paired with real-world strategies to step into your Promised Land and lead with faith-based business growth.     This Podcast on YouTube --> https://www.youtube.com/@smallbusinessgrowthwithlindsay   Join Lindsay's free community --> https://lindsayfletcher.co/community   Email: hello@lindsayfletcher.co

    18 min
  2. FEB 10

    106. Branding Isn’t Just Your Logo | Small Business Branding Insights with Jan Touchberry

    In this insightful episode of Grow My Small Business, Lindsay sits down with Jan Touchberry from The Brand Collaborative to uncover the truth behind branding for small business owners, especially those with faith-driven businesses. They discuss why branding is much more than just a logo—it's about the feelings and associations your brand creates with your clients. This episode is perfect for Christian entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to build a brand that attracts ideal clients and fosters business growth. Discover the psychology of branding, including how colors influence perception, and why defining your ideal client, values, and desired feelings should come before any visual design. Jan shares practical tips on incorporating your faith into your branding authentically, avoiding performative expressions, and building trust in a challenging 'trust recession' environment. Plus, learn how AI tools like custom GPT can help capture your unique brand voice without sounding robotic. Whether you're just starting or refining your brand, this episode offers actionable strategies for creating consistency, building strong relationships, and growing your faith-driven small business. Tune in for expert insights on branding strategy, faith in business, and business growth that will empower you to make an impactful and authentic impression. Connect with Jan Touchberry at https://jantouchberry.com Jan's Podcast: Her Faith At Work

    41 min
  3. FEB 3

    105. Relationship Marketing & Networking Strategy for Small Business Growth

    In this episode, discover powerful relationship marketing strategies tailored for faith-driven small business owners, especially Christian women entrepreneurs. Learn why 85% of jobs and business opportunities stem from relationships, not funnels or ads, and how you can leverage networking to build trust and accelerate business growth.  Host Lindsay Fletcher breaks down what relationship marketing truly means, explains why traditional "post more" strategies are falling short, and shares biblical business principles that affirm the power of authentic connections in sales strategy. You’ll uncover the top 5 networking mistakes that many small business owners make and learn how to identify ideal referral partners that align with your business goals. With a focus on faith in business, this episode teaches you how to tailor your networking approach to fit your personality—whether you prefer deep or wide connections—and the importance of a consistent 72-hour follow-up method. Say goodbye to chasing followers and hello to cultivating 3–5 strategic business relationships that truly matter. Plus, get access to a free Relationship Marketing Checklist to implement these insights immediately. Perfect for Christian women in small business seeking sustainable growth through trust, referral marketing, and biblical principles.   LINKS Relationship Marketing Checklist: https://lindsayfletcher.co/rmchecklist  Online Community: https://lindsayfletcher.co/community hello@lindsayfletcher.co

    20 min
  4. JAN 27

    104. Follow-Through That Converts: 4 Essential Sales Follow-Up Strategies for Small Business Growth

    Join FUSION ONLINE BUSINESS SUMMIT for free!  If you are looking to level-up your Marketing, learn AI skills, YouTube, LinkedIn, Email Marketing, Follow-up, Closing Sales, Leverage a Podcast, this summit is for you!  100% Online. 100% Free. https://courses.brittnischroeder.com/a/2147832720/WiJ6FM92    In this episode, discover proven sales strategy tips to boost your conversion rates through effective follow-up techniques. If you are a small business owner or a Christian entrepreneur struggling to close sales after great conversations, this episode offers practical guidance on mastering follow-through.  Host Lindsay Fletcher dives into four essential things to consider when following up with leads, including the difference between indirect touchpoints and direct follow-up, setting a clear follow-up cadence, the importance of intention, and the mindset shift that transforms follow-through from awkward to natural. These insights are especially valuable for faith-driven business owners aiming to grow with professionalism and integrity. Learn why only 2% of sales close after one conversation, how closing conversations removes follow-up discomfort, and why follow-through is key to positioning yourself as a confident leader in your small business. This episode integrates biblical business principles to reinforce how stewardship and service enhance your sales process. Tune in to gain strategies on relationship marketing and confident sales follow-up that align with your faith and business goals. Let Lindsay guide you towards sustainable business growth and sales success as a Christian woman entrepreneur.   Resources mentioned in this episode: Free Online Community: https://facebook.com/groups/shebuildscollective   Join FUSION ONLINE BUSINESS SUMMIT for free!  If you are looking to level-up your Marketing, learn AI skills, YouTube, LinkedIn, Email Marketing, Follow-up, Closing Sales, Leverage a Podcast, this summit is for you!  100% Online. 100% Free. https://courses.brittnischroeder.com/a/2147832720/WiJ6FM92

    21 min
  5. JAN 6

    101. Time Management, Stewardship & Return on Time Invested for Small Business with Lissa Figgins

    In today’s episode of How to Grow My Small Business, I’m joined by my friend Lissa Figgins from Redeem Her Time, and this conversation is for every woman who’s ever said: “I don’t have enough time.” Lisa calls herself an un-time management coach — because she believes time management isn’t the solution… it’s actually part of the problem. We talk about how hustle culture trains us to measure our worth by what we get done, why busyness becomes a signal to the people we love (“I’m not available”), and how God calls us to steward time — not white-knuckle it. This episode gets real. Lisa shares a powerful story about what her body was doing under chronic stress — and how it became a wake-up call that her “productivity” was actually costing her peace. We also talk about: ROTI: Return on Time Invested Why being a “business owner” can quietly turn into being a “busyness owner” The biblical difference between managing and stewarding  The 3 time shifts most people miss Why multitasking is not your superpower The question that changes everything: “What is it time for?” If you’ve been craving clarity, margin, and a better way to grow your business without burning out… press play. Christian time management, faith-based productivity, time stewardship, Redeem Her Time, untimed management coach, hustle culture recovery, burnout prevention, ROTI return on time invested, business owner vs busyness owner, multiply time, stewardship mindset, multitasking mistakes, Ephesians 5 redeem the time, parable of the talents time management, CEO time systems, women in business productivity, business growth for women, Christian business podcast, business growth tips, sales growth tips, relationship marketing, networking for women, high growth business tips Resources From the Episode Ephesians 5 “redeeming the time / making the best use of the time" ABOUT LISSA FIGGINS Lissa Figgins is a recovering BUSY-ness owner who UN-hurried her heart, finally letting go of her addiction to controlling time, multitasking, and always doing. Now her mission as a Scaling Strategist is helping busy Christian women business owners scale their revenue (+ results). Instead of just managing time, she teaches how to multiply the 24 hours you are entrusted each day so that time is no longer your biggest obstacle, but your greatest opportunity for growth! And most importantly she speaks the truth: YOU. HAVE. TIME. Lissa Figgins: https://facebook.com/lissa.figgins https://redeemhertime.com Free Resource: Scaling Secrets of the Top 1% https://redeemhertime.com/hours

    40 min
  6. 12/30/2025

    100. The Future of Small Business Growth in 2026: Why Trust & Community Will Win in an AI World

    We made it to Episode 100, a special milestone that marks a new chapter for Christian entrepreneurs focused on small business growth and faith-driven success. In this episode of How to Grow My Small Business, we dive deep into why trust, relationships, and community will be the critical factors that determine success in 2026 — especially in an AI-driven business landscape. As AI-generated content floods the market, savvy faith-led small business owners must embrace what technology can’t replace: authentic human connection and trust. This episode explores how time management for entrepreneurs and relationship-building strategies will help Christian business coaches and other faith-based entrepreneurs grow profitably without relying solely on ads or algorithms. Join us as we discuss the rise of AI content, the current trust recession, and why referrals and community engagement will become more valuable than ever for Christian entrepreneurship. Learn practical, faith-informed ways to cultivate credibility, foster meaningful conversations, and enhance lifetime customer value through genuine relationships. Whether you're a small business owner feeling overwhelmed by tech and content overload or a Christian entrepreneur eager to build sustainable growth rooted in Biblical business principles, this episode offers actionable insights and encouragement to thrive in 2026 and beyond. Listen now and discover how to grow your business with faith, focus, and focus on what matters most — connection that AI simply can't replicate.   0:00–1:00 – Welcome + Episode 100 celebration 1:01–2:20 – The heart behind the podcast and Lindsay’s entrepreneurial journey 2:21–3:30 – Introducing the #1 prediction for 2026 3:31–5:00 – AI content explosion and why trust is eroding 5:01–6:15 – Trust recession vs. trust depression 6:16–7:15 – AI as a tool, not a replacement for people 7:16–8:30 – Visibility vs. credibility and trust 8:31–9:45 – Why referrals will outperform ads 9:46–11:15 – What relationship-driven business really looks like 11:16–12:45 – Community will beat out algorithms 12:46–14:00 – Conversations over content volume 14:01–15:15 – Sales as relationship-building, not transactions 15:16–16:30 – Follow-up as a trust builder 16:31–17:55 – Relationship-building challenges for listeners 17:56–19:10 – Trust as the new currency in business 19:11–20:40 – Final prediction for 2026 20:41–end – Gratitude, call to follow, and 2026 send-off   In this episode, we cover: Why Episode 100 matters and how this podcast has evolved The rise of AI-generated content and why it’s changing buyer behavior How AI-generation affects sales Why visibility alone won’t win in 2026 How trust, credibility, and relationships drive buying decisions Why B2B and client referrals may outperform ads in the coming year How community will outperform algorithms What relationship-driven business actually looks like Why conversations matter more than content volume How follow-up builds trust and increases lifetime value Practical ways to build trust without hustling or being everywhere Simple relationship-building challenges you can start this week Key Takeaway: AI can generate content. But it cannot build, deepen or strengthen relationships with other humans. Only you can do that. In 2026, the businesses that grow the most won’t be the loudest. They’ll be the most trusted. Who this episode is for: Christian entrepreneurs and faith-led business owners Small business owners preparing for 2026 Entrepreneurs overwhelmed by AI and content overload Business owners who want sustainable, relationship-driven growth Service-based businesses and local business owners Listen to Episode 100 and learn how to grow your business in a way AI never can.

    22 min
5
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39 Ratings

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Small Business Growth Tools is for female entrepreneurs & Christian women in small business ready to build a profitable business with strategy & confidence with a healthy dose of faith. Topics include business growth, sales strategy, faith in business, small business marketing tips, relationship marketing,  networking for women, incorporating faith in business, CEO strategy for women, and building systems to support small business growth. Additional topics include time management, task prioritization, online business growth, email marketing, SEO for small business, kingdom business, high growth business tips, automations, AI for small business, marketing without social media, social media marketing, business growth mindset, branding for small business, and more. Host Lindsay Fletcher shares how she uses sales and marketing skills and strategies she learned in her corporate America sales career in starting and building a 7-figure small business, and how they are continuing to grow their local business. She shares Biblical business principles, business growth strategy for Christian entrepreneurs, and actionable strategies to implement today. Lindsay will help you as a faith-driven business owner grow your business with sustainable strategies that help you make an impact and an income. This show is for: Local Business Owners Small Business Owners Service-based Business Professional Services Trades Business Topics include: small business growth local business marketing sales strategy faith in business marketing tips relationship marketing networking CEO strategy systems & automations AI tools time & task management email marketing SEO for small business kingdom business marketing without social media business growth mindset branding & more

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