The Bold Biz Podcast

Jenny Levallius
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Welcome to The Bold Biz Podcast, where we talk about building freedom, confidence, and income – one bold step at a time! Hosted by Jenny Levallius, graphic designer, mom of twins, and founder of The Bold Biz Collective, this podcast is your go-to space for honest conversations about building an online business, mastering mindset, and how to leverage design & AI tools to simplify your work and life. If you’ve ever felt “too old,” “too behind,” or just overwhelmed by tech, you’re not alone. Jenny shares her real journey – from juggling a 9–5 and side hustles to finally creating a business that feels like home. Each week, you’ll learn how to: • Start and grow an online business that fits your lifestyle • Build consistency and confidence through mindset and action • Learn about AI, automation and design tools to work smarter, not harder • Create a business that gives you freedom, not burnout This show is for women 40+ who are ready to take action, stop overthinking, and build a bold life on their own terms. ✨ 🎧 Tune in for weekly episodes filled with practical tips, personal stories, and encouragement to help you turn your ideas into income. Links and Resources: • Join the Skool membership: The Bold Biz Collective • Follow on Instagram: @theboldbiz • Email Jenny: hello@theboldbiz.com • Visit: www.theboldbiz.com

  1. 1D AGO

    19. Your Comfort Zone Is Costing You Your Dreams (And What to Do About It)

    Send a text Comfort feels safe. Familiar. Predictable. But what if the very thing that feels safe is quietly holding you back from the life you actually want? In this episode of The Bold Biz Podcast, Jenny talks about the hidden cost of staying inside your comfort zone and why so many women settle into routines that feel stable but slowly disconnect them from their bigger dreams. Jenny shares the personal wake up call that pushed her to finally start pursuing her long held dream of building a business, even though it felt uncomfortable, uncertain, and honestly a little terrifying. You will hear why fear is often a sign you are moving in the right direction, why experience is actually one of your biggest advantages when starting something new, and how taking small steps outside your comfort zone can completely change where you are a year from now. This episode is a reminder that you are not too old, it is not too late, and the life you want may be waiting just outside the bubble you have been living in. 💡 In this episode, we talk about: • Why the comfort zone can quietly block your dreams • The difference between enjoying comfort and hiding in it • The mindset shift that changed Jenny’s life at nearly 50 • Why experience is actually an advantage when starting a business • The myth that successful founders are always young • Why courage grows when you take small uncomfortable steps If you have been feeling the pull to build something of your own but keep talking yourself out of it, this conversation might be the push you needed. ⭐ Links & Resources • The IDEA Filter – FREE Guide • Join The Bold Biz Collective • Visit The Bold Biz Website Support the show

    17 min

  2. MAR 8

    18. You Don't Need to Be an Expert – You Just Need to Be Two Steps Ahead

    Send a text Have you ever felt like you need to become an expert before you’re allowed to share what you know? In this episode of The Bold Biz Podcast, Jenny talks about one of the biggest mindset traps that keeps women from starting their side business, the belief that you need years of experience, certifications, or huge results before you can help anyone. The truth is much simpler. You don’t need to be ten steps ahead.  You just need to be two steps ahead of someone who is just starting out. Jenny shares how this realization completely changed how she views teaching, creating content, and building an online business. She explains why the most relatable teachers are often the ones who struggled recently, why waiting to feel “expert enough” keeps you stuck, and how sharing what you’ve learned along the way can become the foundation of a meaningful business. 💡 In this episode, we talk about: • Why the “expert trap” stops so many women from starting • Why people relate more to someone a few steps ahead of them • The power of sharing what you’ve learned in real time • Why perfection and credentials are not the real barrier • How your recent struggles can become your most valuable teaching • Why your second chapter is the perfect time to start building something new If you’ve been waiting to feel ready, qualified, or experienced enough before putting yourself out there, this episode will help you see why you might already be exactly where you need to be. ⭐ LINKS & RESOURCES: • Download The Idea Filter   • Join The Bold Biz Collective (Skool Community)   • Visit The Bold Biz Website   • Support the podcast  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2551025/supporters/new Support the show

    11 min

  3. MAR 1

    17. Why You're Busy but Not Moving Forward (And How to Fix That)

    Send a text Have you ever felt busy… but not actually moving forward? In this episode of The Bold Biz Podcast, Jenny unpacks why so many women stay in constant motion without real momentum, and why effort alone is not the answer. This is not about motivation. It’s not about discipline. And it’s definitely not about working harder. It’s about clarity, focus, and structure. Jenny dives into the difference between activity and progress, the hidden cost of scattered priorities, and why decision fatigue quietly drains your momentum before you even begin. She explains how staying busy can actually protect you from commitment, and why narrowing your focus is often the breakthrough you’ve been looking for. 💡 In this episode, we talk about: • Why being busy is not the same as building momentum • The difference between activity and meaningful progress • How decision fatigue and scattered focus slow everything down • Why vague goals sabotage consistency • What a focused 30-day container can change for you • How structure creates confidence and follow-through If you’ve been juggling ideas, learning constantly, and still feeling stuck, this episode will help you see what’s really going on, and how to finally move forward with intention. ⭐ LINKS & RESOURCES: • FREE Idea Filter Guide • Join the membership, The Bold Biz Collective • Follow The Bold Biz on Instagram • Website • Email: hello@theboldbiz.com Support the show

    15 min

  4. FEB 22

    16. Marketing Made Simple: What Actually Matters (And What Doesn't)

    Send a text In this episode of The Bold Biz Podcast, Jenny breaks down marketing in a way that finally feels human, doable, and not overwhelming. If the word marketing makes you tense up, feel behind, or instantly think of algorithms, funnels, and tech you “should” understand by now, this episode is for you. Jenny talks about why marketing often feels harder than it needs to be, especially when you’re building something alongside real life, work, and responsibilities. She reframes marketing as communication and connection, not manipulation or performance, and explains what actually matters when you’re trying to get your work in front of the right people. You’ll hear why clarity beats cleverness every time, why consistency matters more than perfection, and how storytelling builds trust faster than any strategy. Jenny also shares insights inspired by educators like Jenna Kutcher and Amy Porterfield, breaking their ideas down in a simple, grounded way that works in the real world. 💡 In this episode, we talk about:  • Why marketing feels overwhelming for so many women, and how to simplify it  • The biggest mindset shifts that make marketing feel lighter and more natural  • Why clarity is more important than being creative or clever  • How repetition builds trust, even when it feels uncomfortable  • Why you don’t need to be everywhere to grow a sustainable business  • How storytelling becomes your most powerful marketing tool If you’ve been building something you care about but struggling to talk about it confidently or consistently, this episode will help you see marketing in a completely new way. ⭐ LINKS & RESOURCES: • FREE The Idea Filter Guide • Join the membership, The Bold Biz Collective • Follow The Bold Biz on Instagram • Website • Email: hello@theboldbiz.com Support the show

    13 min

  5. FEB 8

    15. Why Sales Feels So Hard for Midlife Women (And What to Do About It)

    Send a text In this episode of The Bold Biz Podcast, Jenny dives into one of the most overlooked, and emotionally loaded, parts of building a side business: sales. For so many midlife women, sales feels awkward, heavy, or even shameful. Not because they’re doing it wrong, but because no one ever taught them the psychology behind why people buy. In this honest and grounding conversation, Jenny unpacks why sales feels especially hard for women over 40, how upbringing, self doubt, and over focusing on tech instead of trust can quietly block momentum, and why selling is not about convincing anyone, but about offering clarity and support. She shares mindset shifts that helped her stop taking sales personally, understand buyer behavior, and finally feel calm and confident talking about her offers. 💡 In this episode, you’ll hear about: • Why sales feels uncomfortable for so many midlife women • The psychology behind why people actually buy • Why underpricing often comes from fear, not strategy • How trust is built over time, not in one post • Why low ticket offers matter more than you think • The difference between persuasion and clarity • How understanding sales removes emotional pressure If sales has been the thing holding you back, or making you question yourself, this episode will help you see it differently. Sales doesn’t have to feel pushy, loud, or exhausting. When you understand the psychology behind it, selling becomes service, and confidence follows. ⭐ LINKS & RESOURCES: • FREE Idea Filter Guide • Join the membership, The Bold Biz Collective • Follow The Bold Biz on Instagram • Website • Email: hello@theboldbiz.com Support the show

    14 min

  6. FEB 1

    14. From Consumer to Creator: The Shift That Changes Everything

    Send a text In this episode of The Bold Biz Podcast, Jenny explores one of the most powerful shifts you can make if you want to build confidence, momentum, and something truly your own, moving from being a constant consumer to becoming a creator. If you’re a woman who listens to podcasts, saves reels, bookmarks tools, buys courses, and is always “learning,” this episode is for you. Jenny gently unpacks why staying in learning mode can feel productive while quietly keeping you stuck, safe, and invisible. She shares her own honest journey of buying course after course, collecting knowledge, and still not seeing change until she started creating before she felt ready. You’ll hear why confidence doesn’t come from knowing more, but from doing more, and how even imperfect action builds momentum faster than any tutorial ever could. 💡 In this episode, you’ll hear:  • Why learning mode feels safe, and how it can become a hiding place  • The dopamine loop of consuming content instead of creating  • Why creation builds confidence faster than knowledge  • How identifying as a creator changes everything  • How AI can support creation without replacing your voice  • Why you don’t need to monetize before you start creating  • How small, consistent creation beats big plans every time This episode is an invitation to stop waiting until you feel ready and start creating with what you already know. Your story, your experience, and your imperfect voice are more valuable than you think ✨ 🎧 Listen now and take one small step from consumption into creation. ⭐ LINKS & RESOURCES: • Join the membership, The Bold Biz Collective • Follow The Bold Biz on Instagram • Support the podcast and help keep it ad free • Website • Email: hello@theboldbiz.com Support the show

    15 min

  7. JAN 25

    13. Why Recurring Revenue Changes Everything (And Why Memberships Make Sense in Midlife)

    Send a text In this episode of The Bold Biz Podcast, Jenny dives into a topic that completely changed how she thinks about money, business, and even her nervous system: recurring revenue. Not flashy income. Not viral income. Not one-hit-wonder months followed by stress and scrambling. But calm, predictable, repeatable income that builds over time ✨ This episode is especially for women in midlife who are juggling work, family, limited energy, and a strong desire to build something sustainable without burning out. Jenny opens up about her own experience with one-off income streams, the constant pressure of starting from zero each month, and why the idea of memberships and recurring revenue feels so aligned in this season of life. 💡 In this episode, you’ll hear:  • Why one-off income can feel exhausting and unstable over time  • What monthly recurring revenue (MRR) actually is and why it changes how business feels  • Why memberships reward consistency over intensity  • The common myth that stops women from starting memberships  • Insights from Stu McLaren’s book Predictable Profits • Why memberships are about relationships, not just money • Jenny’s honest journey building memberships before having it “all figured out” • Why slow, steady, and sustainable growth is a strength in midlife This is not an episode about getting rich quick. It’s about building something that supports your life, gives you peace of mind, and grows alongside you, instead of draining you. If you’ve ever been curious about memberships, recurring income, or creating a business that feels calmer and more grounded, this episode will give you clarity, permission, and a fresh perspective 💗 LINKS AND RESOURCES: 🌟 Create your own Skool membership  (Free 14-Day Trial, then $9/month on the Hobby plan!) 🌟 Join the membership, The Bold Biz Collective 🌟 Follow The Bold Biz on Instagram 🌟 Email: hello@theboldbiz.com 🌟 Website Support the show

    22 min

  8. JAN 18

    12. Different Ways to Monetize Your Skills (There’s Something for Everyone)

    Send a text In this episode of The Bold Biz Podcast, Jenny breaks down one of the biggest questions women ask when they start thinking about an online business: What could I actually sell? If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what your “thing” is, this episode is here to remind you that there isn’t one right path, and that you probably already have valuable skills you’re underestimating 💡 Jenny walks through the many different ways you can monetize your skills online, from services and coaching, to digital products, courses, platform-based businesses like Etsy or Amazon KDP, and content-driven models like podcasts and newsletters. This is a permission-giving episode designed to help you stop comparing yourself to others and start choosing a business model that actually fits your life, energy, and season. 💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why you don’t need a rare or extraordinary skill to make money online • The difference between services, coaching, digital products, courses, and platforms • Which models are best for faster income vs long-term scalability • How content builds trust and supports all other income streams • The key questions to ask yourself when choosing what to focus on • Why you’re allowed to evolve, pivot, and change your mind along the way Jenny also shares her own journey of trying different business models over time, and why there truly is something for everyone, no matter how much time, confidence, or clarity you have right now. 🎧 And at the end of the episode, she gives a little preview of what’s coming next, a deeper conversation about recurring revenue and why memberships can be such a powerful, stabilizing business model in midlife ✨ ⭐ LINKS AND RESOURCES:  💖 You can support the podcast HERE • Join the membership, The Bold Biz Collective • Follow The Bold Biz on Instagram • Email: hello@theboldbiz.com • Website Support the show

    16 min
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About

Welcome to The Bold Biz Podcast, where we talk about building freedom, confidence, and income – one bold step at a time! Hosted by Jenny Levallius, graphic designer, mom of twins, and founder of The Bold Biz Collective, this podcast is your go-to space for honest conversations about building an online business, mastering mindset, and how to leverage design & AI tools to simplify your work and life. If you’ve ever felt “too old,” “too behind,” or just overwhelmed by tech, you’re not alone. Jenny shares her real journey – from juggling a 9–5 and side hustles to finally creating a business that feels like home. Each week, you’ll learn how to: • Start and grow an online business that fits your lifestyle • Build consistency and confidence through mindset and action • Learn about AI, automation and design tools to work smarter, not harder • Create a business that gives you freedom, not burnout This show is for women 40+ who are ready to take action, stop overthinking, and build a bold life on their own terms. ✨ 🎧 Tune in for weekly episodes filled with practical tips, personal stories, and encouragement to help you turn your ideas into income. Links and Resources: • Join the Skool membership: The Bold Biz Collective • Follow on Instagram: @theboldbiz • Email Jenny: hello@theboldbiz.com • Visit: www.theboldbiz.com

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  • Creator
    Jenny Levallius
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Bold Biz Podcast
  • Show Website
    The Bold Biz Podcast