Beyond the BS: Real Talk for Digital Entrepreneurs

Vicki Pollack
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The rise of the digital entrepreneur has completely redefined what business ownership looks like today. Average people are creating extraordinary lives while building the businesses of their dreams online…but it’s not all rainbows and unicorns. Welcome to Beyond the Bullshit…Real talk for digital entrepreneurs. Whether you're an established business owner of some kind looking to deepen your connection with your current venture and clear the fog that’s preventing clarity on next steps, or a newcomer trying to figure out how to break into the digital world, this podcast is for you. I bet you’ve been googling things like… “How can I make money online?” “What’s the best online business model for beginners?” “How can I create a digital business without spending a fortune?” “Why can’t I seem to hit the ground running and get an online business off the ground?” And of course… “what are some profitable online business ideas?” In a world full of hype and overpromises, Beyond the B******t brings you honest answers to those questions and straight up insight on what it really takes to succeed in digital business. Join me…Vicki Pollack, a 7 figure entrepreneur, as we peel the onion of online business together. Come for the straight-to-the-point conversations and stay for the actionable strategies on everything from making money online to mastering the digital business landscape. No filler, no fluff—just real talk and practical advice you can use. Hosted by digital course creator, 7 figure entrepreneur and community leader Vicki Pollack, each episode cuts through the noise to give new and seasoned digital entrepreneurs alike the insights they need to succeed in a competitive online world. Whether you're trying to figure out the right tech stack, fine-tune your marketing strategy, or cultivate a resilient mindset, Vicki and her guests are here to help you navigate the journey without the fluff. So, if you’re ready for real talk and want to finally build a business of your dreams then subscribe to Beyond The B******t on Apple or Spotify. Follow me on Instagram at @the_no_bs_newyorker and if you’re interested in working with me or exploring these concepts further, head to www.vickipollack.com today or email me at info@vickipollack.com. Ready to get real about what it takes to make it in the digital space? Tune in, level up, and together let's go beyond the b******t.

  1. 5D AGO

    The Bullseye Method: How to Find the Real Leak in Your Online Business

    You made the sale. Amazing. Now the real question is, how do you make it happen again? In this episode, Vicki breaks down her Bullseye Method, a simple way to audit your online business and figure out where things are actually falling apart. Because sometimes the problem is not that you need to “sell harder.” Sometimes no one is seeing your content. Sometimes people are clicking but not buying. Sometimes your sales page is leaking people. Vicki walks through the full customer journey, from someone discovering you on Instagram, to landing on your profile, watching your stories, clicking your link, reading your sales page, hitting checkout, and finally buying. You’ll learn how to look at each “ring” of your business and use real data instead of panic, guessing, or blaming yourself. This one is for the business owner who has started, sold something, and is ready to stop throwing spaghetti at the internet wall and start fixing the right damn thing. Follow me on Instagram and visit my website:Instagram: @its.vickipollackWebsite: www.vickipollack.com

    16 min

  2. APR 27

    Would You Hire You?

    What if someone followed you around all day with a camera? What would they see? Would they see someone who’s actually committed to their business, their goals, their growth, and their leadership? Or would they see someone staying stuck in comfort, excuses, and old patterns that are no longer working? In this episode, I’m getting real about the choices you make every single day, and how those choices shape not just your life, but your business too. Because the truth is, no one is coming to knight you as the leader in your space. No one is handing you credibility, confidence, or momentum. You build those things by the way you think, the way you move, and the way you choose. We’re talking about what it means to look at yourself through an honest lens, how to make decisions from the version of you that already has what you want, and why strategy alone will never save a business that’s being built through fear, victimhood, or self-doubt. This episode is your reminder that if you want different results, you need different choices. Not perfect choices. Just better ones, made with awareness and intention. If this one hit home, share it with a friend and leave a review. Follow me on Instagram and visit my website:Instagram: @its.vickipollackWebsite: www.vickipollack.com

    16 min

  3. APR 13

    Automations for Rookies: The 3 Systems That Let Your Business Run Without You

    “Make money while you sleep.” You’ve heard it a thousand times. But what does that actually mean in a real business? In this episode, Vicki breaks down the truth behind business automation and why most entrepreneurs misunderstand it completely. Automation is not sitting on a beach doing nothing while money magically appears. It’s simply systems handling repetitive tasks so you don’t have to do them manually every single time something happens in your business.  And the sooner you build those systems, the sooner your business can actually grow without being glued to your time. Inside this episode, Vicki explains: • What automation actually means (and what it absolutely does not mean)• Why waiting too long to automate creates a massive bottleneck in your business• The difference between content that attracts people and systems that move them through your business• The three foundational automations every beginner should set up first• How to capture interest in the moment instead of losing leads while you’re offline• Why automation improves your professionalism and customer experience You’ll also hear the simple framework Vicki uses to think about funnels and systems. Your business is just a series of small yes decisions your audience moves through. That’s it. Just thoughtful systems doing the work for you in the background. This episode is perfect for you if: • You’re still doing everything manually in your business• You feel like you’re constantly babysitting your DMs and links• You want your business to grow without being tied to your time• You keep hearing about automation but nobody has explained it in plain English By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly where to start and how three simple automations can change the way your business runs. Let's connect on Instagram: @its.vickipollackHead to my website www.vickipollack.com

    21 min

  4. MAR 23

    Why You’re Posting Every Day and Still Not Making Sales (3 Fixes That Change Everything)

    Posting every day and still hearing crickets in Stripe? Yeah. That’s exhausting. In this episode, Vicki breaks down the hard truth most online entrepreneurs eventually face. Social media is not your business. It’s just the traffic source. And if that traffic isn’t turning into sales, something in the chain is broken.  Instead of blaming the algorithm or convincing yourself your offer is the problem, this episode walks through three simple but powerful things to audit right now if you want to start turning attention into actual revenue. Inside the conversation, Vicki covers: • Why most people simply don’t talk about their offer enough• The surprising number of times someone needs to see your offer before they buy• The difference between “features marketing” and desire-driven messaging• How weak messaging quietly kills sales before they ever happen• The hidden friction that makes people abandon your checkout page• Why your customer experience matters just as much as your content She also calls out the uncomfortable truth many entrepreneurs avoid. Selling is part of running a business. If you’re not willing to talk about what you offer, the internet can’t magically guess what you’re selling. This episode is for you if:• You’re posting consistently but not seeing sales• You already have an offer but it’s moving at a snail’s pace• You’re starting to question whether this whole thing even works Sometimes the problem isn’t the offer. Sometimes it’s just three small shifts that change everything. Hit play and take an honest look at what’s actually happening in your sales process. Let's connect on Instagram: @its.vickipollackHead to my website www.vickipollack.com

    18 min

  5. 09/01/2025

    Indecision Is Killing Your Business: Why You Need to Choose and Move

    If you’ve been sitting in “indecision land” waiting for the perfect plan, you’re not building a business—you’re building a prison. In this episode, I’m breaking down why waiting to be perfect is really just fear in disguise, how indecision is silently costing you opportunities, and the three ways to break free and finally move forward. You’ll learn how to shrink decisions, set deadlines, and treat everything like a test so you can build momentum—the real currency of entrepreneurship. Your business isn’t waiting for perfect. It’s waiting for you to decide. Let's connect on Instagram: @the_no_bs_newyorkerHead to my website www.vickipollack.com

    18 min

  6. 08/25/2025

    Stop Selling Like It’s 2015: The Contrarian Sales Playbook for 2025

    Most online sales advice is stuck in the dark ages—cold DMs, fake “relationship building,” and hiding your prices like it’s some top-secret code. In this episode, I’m calling BS on the outdated playbook and breaking down Contrarian Selling—a bold, buyer-aware approach that matches how people actually buy in 2025. You’ll learn three game-changing shifts that make sales feel natural, confident, and way less desperate: stop hunting and start attracting, sell in public but close in private, and build systems that sell while you’re off the clock. If you’re tired of feeling sleazy, burnt out, or broke while trying to push offers you know are great, this is your permission slip to sell smarter, stand out, and actually enjoy the process. Let's connect on Instagram: @the_no_bs_newyorkerHead to my website www.vickipollack.com

    26 min

  7. 08/18/2025

    From MLM to Digital Products: 5 Network Marketing Skills That Fast-Tracked My Digital Business Success

    If you’ve ever wondered whether your time in network marketing actually counts for anything outside of your company, this episode is your proof. I’m breaking down the five game-changing skills I mastered in my 11 years as a network marketer that made my pivot into digital products seamless and wildly profitable. We’ll cover how selling before creating a product gave me a massive edge, why personal branding beats any upline script, the power of getting comfortable with rejection, building trust before making the ask, and leading like a CEO instead of just selling like one. Whether you’re still in MLM, pivoting out, or just curious how these two worlds connect, you’ll walk away seeing your experience in a whole new light—and ready to cash in on the skills you already have. 🎙️ Learn more about Vicki: www.vickipollack.com📱 Connect on Instagram: @the_no_bs_newyorker

    22 min

  8. 07/28/2025

    Affiliate Marketing Isn’t Dead...It’s Just Been Hijacked by Sleazy Bro Marketers

    Affiliate marketing has gotten a bad rap—and honestly, it’s deserved. From spammy DMs to sketchy commission grabs, the internet is full of people pushing products they don’t even use. But here’s the truth: affiliate marketing isn’t the problem—the way people are doing it is. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to make real money online by promoting other people’s offers with integrity. No bro funnels. No manipulation. Just real recommendations that help people and pay you. Whether you’re brand new to the digital income world or you’ve been burned by the hype, this episode will show you how to: ✅ Choose affiliate offers that actually align with your brand and values✅ Build trust-based content that converts (without sounding like a billboard)✅ Create a system that brings in consistent, hands-off income—without selling your soul If you’re ready to promote with purpose, profit, and a little bit of edge… you’re gonna love this one. DM me on Instagram @the_no_bs_newyorker and tell me: what’s one product or service you already rave about that you could start monetizing?

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The rise of the digital entrepreneur has completely redefined what business ownership looks like today. Average people are creating extraordinary lives while building the businesses of their dreams online…but it’s not all rainbows and unicorns. Welcome to Beyond the Bullshit…Real talk for digital entrepreneurs. Whether you're an established business owner of some kind looking to deepen your connection with your current venture and clear the fog that’s preventing clarity on next steps, or a newcomer trying to figure out how to break into the digital world, this podcast is for you. I bet you’ve been googling things like… “How can I make money online?” “What’s the best online business model for beginners?” “How can I create a digital business without spending a fortune?” “Why can’t I seem to hit the ground running and get an online business off the ground?” And of course… “what are some profitable online business ideas?” In a world full of hype and overpromises, Beyond the B******t brings you honest answers to those questions and straight up insight on what it really takes to succeed in digital business. Join me…Vicki Pollack, a 7 figure entrepreneur, as we peel the onion of online business together. Come for the straight-to-the-point conversations and stay for the actionable strategies on everything from making money online to mastering the digital business landscape. No filler, no fluff—just real talk and practical advice you can use. Hosted by digital course creator, 7 figure entrepreneur and community leader Vicki Pollack, each episode cuts through the noise to give new and seasoned digital entrepreneurs alike the insights they need to succeed in a competitive online world. Whether you're trying to figure out the right tech stack, fine-tune your marketing strategy, or cultivate a resilient mindset, Vicki and her guests are here to help you navigate the journey without the fluff. So, if you’re ready for real talk and want to finally build a business of your dreams then subscribe to Beyond The B******t on Apple or Spotify. Follow me on Instagram at @the_no_bs_newyorker and if you’re interested in working with me or exploring these concepts further, head to www.vickipollack.com today or email me at info@vickipollack.com. Ready to get real about what it takes to make it in the digital space? Tune in, level up, and together let's go beyond the b******t.

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