The TeaAndCoffeeHub’s Podcast

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Tea and Coffee Hub is the brainchild of two seasoned entrepreneurs, Karen Hewitt and Steve Feld, whose shared passion for connection, growth, and community drives everything they do. Karen, founder of Blossom to Success, brings her deep expertise in helping people unlock their potential, empowering them with tools, insight, and encouragement to blossom in all areas of life. Steve, through his work at BizCoachSteve, provides business owners with clear, strategic guidance to transform their ideas into thriving ventures. Together at Tea and Coffee Hub, they’ve created a warm, inviting space (both online and in person) where meaningful conversations fuel both personal and professional growth—whether over a chai latte or an espresso, you’ll walk away inspired, equipped, and connected. www.TeaandCoffeeHub.com

  1. 2d ago

    Why “Fake It Till You Make It” Is Bad Business Advice | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 56

    “Fake it till you make it.” It’s one of those business phrases that has been repeated for years, but Karen and Steve think it may be doing more harm than good. In this episode of Tea & Coffee Hub, they talk about the pressure entrepreneurs feel to look successful before they actually are, from luxury cars and designer labels to carefully staged lifestyles and unrealistic online personas. But pretending comes with a cost. It can attract the wrong audience, push you into financial decisions you aren’t ready for, and make you feel like you constantly have to maintain a version of yourself that isn’t real. Karen and Steve also explore why the parts of your story you may feel tempted to hide can actually be what makes you different, relatable, and memorable. The takeaway: you don’t need to fake success. Be real, stay aligned with your values, and build something people can actually trust.

    Why “Fake It Till You Make It” Is Bad Business Advice | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 56

  2. Oct 8

    More Services Don’t Always Mean More Sales | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 55

    More products. More services. More ways to make money. Sounds like a good idea, right? Not always. In this episode of Tea & Coffee Hub, Karen and Steve talk about what they call the “short order cook” problem: when business owners keep adding new products, services, and offers because they’re afraid of missing out on a sale. Before long, the business has a huge menu, customers are confused, and the owner is stretched too thin. Karen and Steve break down the difference between an ancillary offer that naturally supports your core business and an unrelated offer that pulls your attention in a completely different direction. The takeaway: get your core business solid first. Then expand intentionally.

    More Services Don’t Always Mean More Sales | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 55

  3. Oct 1

    You Know What to Do. So Why Aren’t You Doing It? | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 54

    How many times have you said, “I know”, and then done absolutely nothing about it? In this episode of Tea & Coffee Hub, Steve shares the story of an entrepreneur who keeps coming back with new business ideas but runs into the same problems: the audience is too broad, the offer is too complicated, the outcome isn’t clear, and nothing ever fully launches. Karen and Steve talk about the “I know” trap that shows up in almost every area of business. You know you need to niche down. You know you need to market. You know you can’t do everything yourself. You know you should ask for help. But knowing isn’t implementation. They also explore what may really be underneath it: fear of failure, fear of success, perfectionism, or simply not knowing how to take the next step. The takeaway: launch, learn, adjust, and keep moving.

    You Know What to Do. So Why Aren’t You Doing It? | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 54

  4. Sep 24

    Are Your Sales Tactics Pushing Clients Away? | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 53

    Have you ever been ready to buy, but the salesperson just kept selling? In this episode of Tea & Coffee Hub, Karen shares a recent sales call where she asked about pricing, timelines, and deliverables, clear signs that she was interested. Instead of answering her questions, the seller continued the pitch and eventually used pressure tactics that changed her mind. Karen and Steve break down the sales red flags that can push potential clients away, including unclear pricing, ignoring buying signals, unnecessary discounts, high-pressure tactics, and simply not listening. They also share how to make sales conversations better: know your pricing, listen to what your customer is asking, offer options when needed, and make it easy for people to decide whether you’re the right fit. Good sales isn’t about pushing harder. Sometimes, it’s simply about listening.

    Are Your Sales Tactics Pushing Clients Away? | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 53

  5. Sep 17

    Are You Busy, or Are You Actually Building Your Business? | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 52

    Your calendar is full. Your to-do list never ends. You’re attending events, taking courses, answering emails, networking, tweaking your branding, and working all day. But is any of it actually moving your business forward? In this episode of Tea & Coffee Hub, Karen and Steve talk about a trap they’ve both fallen into: being busy being busy. Steve noticed it again while attending recent events and summits. People were taking pages of notes and immediately heading to the next event, course, or conference without ever giving themselves time to implement what they had just learned. And it’s not just events. Karen points out that some business owners constantly redesign logos, change taglines, rebrand, take another course, or find another small task to work on while avoiding the things that could actually grow the business. In this episode, Karen and Steve discuss: Why being active isn’t the same as making progress Turning notes from events into actual action items Networking with a purpose instead of collecting contacts Why follow-up matters more than a stack of business cards Setting dedicated time for email and administrative work Knowing when your branding or website is good enough to launch Why a simple website can be enough to get started Choosing events based on whether they move your business forward The danger of constantly buying courses without implementing them Using bite-sized education to solve a specific problem Setting limits around networking, education, and admin How accountability can help you recognize when you’re avoiding the work that matters One of their simplest suggestions is to stop treating every networking opportunity as something you have to attend. Steve asks whether an event will give him the knowledge or connections he needs to move his business forward. If the answer is no, he doesn’t need to be there. So take a look at your schedule and ask: Am I busy, or am I actually moving my business forward?

    Are You Busy, or Are You Actually Building Your Business? | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 52

  6. Sep 10

    Before You Post That… Think About Your Business | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 51

    “Just be yourself.” It sounds like great marketing advice, but does everything you think, believe, or feel really belong on your business page? In this episode of Tea & Coffee Hub, Karen and Steve dive into the risks and rewards of controversial marketing, especially when it comes to what they call the big three: politics, religion, and sex. They've seen controversial posts generate attention, but they've also seen businesses lose customers, vendors, relationships, and even leases because of what they posted online. The message isn't that businesses should never talk about controversial subjects. Context matters. A faith-based company naturally has a reason to discuss faith. A political organization has a reason to discuss politics. And certain brands can successfully use suggestive humor because it fits their established personality. The question is whether the content actually belongs under the umbrella of your business and your brand. Karen and Steve discuss: The three controversial topics businesses should approach carefully Why authenticity doesn't mean posting everything When political content actually belongs in your business How faith-based businesses can share their beliefs positively Using edgy or suggestive humor without crossing the line Why attacking or putting down another group can backfire How controversial posts can affect customers, vendors, and professional relationships Why another set of eyes can help before you publish something risky Responding to negative comments instead of immediately fighting back How a consistent brand personality changes what audiences expect from you The difference between being divisive and being a bully Before you hit post, ask yourself: Is this what I want my business to be known for?

    Before You Post That… Think About Your Business | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 51

  7. Aug 27

    You Have Time or Money. Which One Are You Spending? | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 49

    Every business decision costs you something. Sometimes it's money. Sometimes it's time. And knowing which one to spend could make the difference between moving your business forward and staying stuck. In this episode of Tea & Coffee Hub, Karen and Steve explore the time-or-money paradox and how small business owners can decide when to learn something themselves, when to hire an expert, and when they're simply wasting valuable resources. Karen reflects on her early years in business, when she spent much more time reading books, watching business content, and learning skills herself because she didn't yet have the money to pay others to do them. They discuss: How to calculate what your time is actually worth Why you shouldn't spend hours doing something you hate when an expert can do it quickly When learning a new skill yourself makes financial sense Why startups shouldn't spend money before building their foundation How a simple landing page can be enough when you're starting Why a professional domain and email are worth prioritizing Free resources, mentors, books, and YouTube for new entrepreneurs How ego can prevent business owners from learning or asking for help Where to invest first in financials, marketing, IT, and sales Why networking and partnerships can provide resources without a huge budget The danger of being “busy being busy” They also share a simple starting point for entrepreneurs with more time than money: build your plan, know what you're selling, and develop relationships with the right partners. As your business grows, that equation changes. Hiring people to handle the things you shouldn't be doing can give you your time back, but having more money doesn't automatically mean you're using that new time wisely. So ask yourself: What does your business need more from you right now: your time or your money?

    You Have Time or Money. Which One Are You Spending? | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 49

  8. Aug 13

    Your Calendar Is Killing Your Business | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 47

    You started a business so you could control your own schedule. But is your schedule actually helping your business grow? In this episode of Tea & Coffee Hub, Karen and Steve talk about a surprisingly common problem among business owners: being busy without actually spending enough time building the business. Karen shares that after looking at the schedules of several business owners, each was spending fewer than 15 hours a week actually working on the business. One was spending just six hours, with most of that time going toward administrative work rather than developing new clients. They discuss: Why being in control of your calendar still requires discipline The difference between networking and simply socializing Why every time block needs an actual purpose How working from home creates unexpected distractions Finding the times when you're naturally most creative and focused Why meals, sleep, and personal needs belong on the calendar too The importance of strategic planning and regular evaluation Why sales preparation and sales execution should be separate Making dedicated time for marketing Choosing networking opportunities intentionally Why personal development should remain part of your schedule The difference between learning something and actually implementing it Karen and Steve aren't advocating for 80-hour workweeks or burnout. Instead, they argue for intentional time allocation and building a schedule around how you work best. Because owning your schedule doesn't mean filling it only with what you want to do. Your schedule needs to work for your business too.

    Your Calendar Is Killing Your Business | Tea & Coffee Hub Ep. 47
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Tea and Coffee Hub is the brainchild of two seasoned entrepreneurs, Karen Hewitt and Steve Feld, whose shared passion for connection, growth, and community drives everything they do. Karen, founder of Blossom to Success, brings her deep expertise in helping people unlock their potential, empowering them with tools, insight, and encouragement to blossom in all areas of life. Steve, through his work at BizCoachSteve, provides business owners with clear, strategic guidance to transform their ideas into thriving ventures. Together at Tea and Coffee Hub, they’ve created a warm, inviting space (both online and in person) where meaningful conversations fuel both personal and professional growth—whether over a chai latte or an espresso, you’ll walk away inspired, equipped, and connected. www.TeaandCoffeeHub.com

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    TeaAndCoffeeHub
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    54
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