Hey, Let’s Collab

Nadalie Bardo

The 'Hey, Let’s Collab 'podcast, hosted by Nadalie Bardo, collaboration strategist and online business owner, proves that collaborations aren’t just for influencers landing brand deals on Instagram. Some of the most profitable and impactful growth opportunities happen when creators, bloggers, entrepreneurs, and online business owners collaborate with each other. Nadalie has generated over $200,000 in course sales and grown an email list of over 10,000 subscribers, all without ads, without a blog, and without consistently posting on social media. How? Through over 100 strategic collaborations, including summits, bundles, joint venture webinars, podcast swaps, and in-person events. If it’s a collaboration, Nadalie’s probably done it, and now she’s sharing the behind-the-scenes strategies that helped her grow a profitable online business through relationships, partnerships, and creator collaborations. This podcast explores how to collaborate with other creators in ways that grow your business, expand your audience, grow your email list, and create opportunities you couldn’t build alone. Through candid conversations, each episode breaks down the real relationships, conversations, and strategies that lead to successful collaborations online. You’ll hear the stories behind profitable collaborations, including the Instagram DMs, emails, introductions, and chance conversations that made them happen. From learning how to collaborate with other bloggers to discovering creative ways to collaborate online, each episode gives you practical ideas you can apply in your own business today. Every guest also shares their real “collab scripts”; the exact outreach message, pitch, DM, or email they’ve used to secure successful partnerships and collaborations. Whether you’re a blogger, podcaster, coach, creative entrepreneur, or online creator looking to collaborate with other creators and grow your business in a more aligned, relationship-driven way, this podcast will help you create profitable partnerships, and unlock new opportunities online.

  1. 2d ago

    1 Online Summit, 0 Paid Ads, and Years of Collaboration Opportunities

    In today's episode, I’m joined by Brittany Verlenich, social media strategist, content creator, podcaster, and online business owner who has built much of her business through organic relationships and collaboration. Brittany shares how simply “making friends on the internet” has led to clients, referrals, speaking opportunities, summit partnerships, affiliate relationships, and new business opportunities, all without relying on paid ads. We also unpack specific collaborations and their strategies, giving you a practical look at how aligned collaborations can develop through conversation. Here’s what you’ll learn:  Why Brittany approaches networking and creator collaborations with generosity first, focusing on how she can genuinely help the other person and their audienceHow one online summit connection grew into a paid speaking opportunity, new clients, affiliate partnerships, referrals, and several ongoing collaborationsHow to find aligned collaboration partners by looking for a shared audience, mission, and values without choosing someone who offers exactly the same thing you doSimple ways to collaborate onlineWhat makes Brittany say yes or no to a collaboration pitch and why a thoughtful approach often matters more than follower countWhy hearing “no” does not have to end the relationship, and how counteroffers, follow-ups, and staying visible can turn a “not right now” into a future partnershipThe biggest takeaway from this conversation is that collaboration doesn't have to start with an elaborate pitch or complicated strategy. Sometimes it begins with starting a conversation and being open to where the relationship could lead. Don't forget to leave a like and review on this episode. If you’re ready to start building strategic collaborations of your own, head to heyletscollab.com and grab my free Collab Scripts. I'll see you next week! Connect with Brittany: Website Instagram The Freelancer Fix Youtube Podcast Links: Website: https://heyletscollab.com Instagram: Hey, Let's Collab (@heyletscollab) • Instagram profile FREE Collab Scripts: Collab Scripts - Hey, Let's Collab Collab Starter Kit: https://heyletscollab.com/kit Blog: Blog - Hey, Let's Collab YouTube: Hey, Let's Collab Pinterest: Hey Let's Collab

  2. Aug 18

    How to Get Into Summits and Bundles That Actually Convert

    Not every summit or bundle is worth saying yes to. You can spend hours creating your contribution, promoting the event, and showing up as a great partner, only to walk away wondering why you barely grew your email list. In this episode, I’m joined by Sharee Collier, Kristen Robinson, Sara Alepin, Lucy Reyes, and Victoria Boyd, a panel of experienced summit and bundle hosts and participants who know what makes these collaborations work from both sides. We’re talking about how to choose the right opportunities, what hosts look for when reviewing applications, how to become the kind of contributor people recommend again and again, and how to figure out whether the event or your own offer is responsible when the results aren’t what you hoped for. What you’ll learn in this episode: Why getting clear on your collaboration goals and the audience you want to reach should happen before you ever apply to a summit or bundleHow to evaluate whether a summit or bundle is actually aligned with your niche, offer, audience, and business goals before saying yesWhat summit and bundle hosts look for in contributorsWhy being a reliable, easy-to-work-with contributor can lead to referrals, personal invitations, and more collaboration opportunities without constantly pitching yourselfHow to create a simple system for tracking applications, deadlines, promotional requirements, contributions, signups, and the collaborations you’d participate in againHow hosts and contributors both influence conversions, and why your positioning, product description, landing page, and opt-in conversion rate matter just as much as the event itselfIf you take away anything from this conversation, it’s that a successful summit or bundle isn’t just about getting accepted, it’s about choosing the right collaboration for you, showing up as a strong partner, and paying attention to the numbers so you can learn what actually grows your audience and email list. Before you go, please give this episode a like and review. If you’re ready to start finding and pitching collaboration opportunities of your own, be sure to grab your copy of my free Collab Scripts. I’ll see you next week!  Guest Links: Sharee Collier Kristen Robinson Sara Alepin Lucy Reyes Victoria Boyd Links: Website: https://heyletscollab.com Instagram: Hey, Let's Collab (@heyletscollab) • Instagram profile FREE Collab Scripts: Collab Scripts - Hey, Let's Collab Collab Starter Kit: https://heyletscollab.com/kit Blog: Blog - Hey, Let's Collab YouTube: Hey, Let's Collab Pinterest: Hey Let's Collab

  3. Aug 11

    How One Summit Generated $75K and a 10-Year Collaboration

    In today’s episode, I’m joined by Deborah Hurwitz, an award winning composer and Broadway music director who now coaches ambitious professionals in overcoming perfectionism and procrastination. Today, Deborah shares how her first online summit generated approximately $75,000, helped her uncover a profitable business model, and sparked a nearly decade long collaboration. We also talk about what makes a pitch stand out, how to build genuine relationships online, and why 30 seconds of courage could be all it takes to start your next profitable collaboration. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why solopreneurs need collaboration, feedback, and real relationships to create work that connects with their audienceHow Deborah turned her first Productivity for Perfectionists® summit into a profitable online business before she had an established brand or audienceInside the initial invitation that helped Deborah launch a $75K summit and sparked a decade-long collaborationHow to prepare better podcast and summit interviews by connecting a guest’s expertise to the specific promises you are making to your audienceThe green flags Deborah looks for in collaboration pitches and the common outreach mistakes that make her immediately lose interestWhy finding your next collaboration could begin with a simple conversation with someone already in your networkYour next big business partnership could be closer than you think. If you’re ready to start pitching aligned creators and building profitable partnerships of your own, download my free Collab Scripts at heyletscollab.com to get outreach messages you can personalize and send with confidence.  Connect with Deborah: Watch Deborah’s Free Training Video “How to Get Big Things Done” Register for Productivity for Perfectionists® LinkedIn Instagram Links: Website: https://heyletscollab.com Instagram: Hey, Let's Collab (@heyletscollab) • Instagram profile FREE Collab Scripts: Collab Scripts - Hey, Let's Collab Collab Starter Kit: https://heyletscollab.com/kit Blog: Blog - Hey, Let's Collab YouTube: Hey, Let's Collab Pinterest: Hey Let's Collab

  4. Aug 4

    From One Pitch to $45k in 3 Weeks with Hailey Rowe

    Have you been wondering how to land the collabs that lead to years of revenue, visibility, and future opportunities? In this episode, I’m joined by Hailey Rowe, a business coach for health and life coaches, wellness professionals, and online entrepreneurs. Hailey has been using strategic collaborations to grow her audience, email list, referral network, and client base for years, and today, she’s breaking down how one small outreach message grew into a lucrative and long-term partnership. Stay tuned to learn how to hone your outreach skills so you can start securing the kinds of partnerships that provide value to everyone involved.  Keep listening to hear:  Why collaborations help you reach a more targeted and engaged audienceThe details Hailey looks out for when identifying potential partnership opportunitiesWhat Hailey includes in her collaboration pitch to establish alignment, communicate her value, and give the recipient a clear reason to respondHow to use email, social media DMs, collaboration calls, and personalized follow-ups without creating extra work for your potential partnerThe green and red flags Hailey looks for in collaboration invitationsWhy an engaged audience can be more valuable than a large but disconnected followingFor anyone doubting if they have enough collab leads, this episode is the perfect reminder that you don’t need dozens of random partnerships to grow your business. If you’re ready to start pitching your own aligned partnerships, visit heyletscollab.com to download my free collab scripts and see real outreach messages that have worked for me.  Connect with Hailey: Grab your FREE gift from Hailey Website Instagram Listen to Hailey’s podcast, Health Coach Nation Links: Website: https://heyletscollab.com Instagram: Hey, Let's Collab (@heyletscollab) • Instagram profile FREE Collab Scripts: Collab Scripts - Hey, Let's Collab Collab Starter Kit: https://heyletscollab.com/kit Blog: Blog - Hey, Let's Collab YouTube: Hey, Let's Collab Pinterest: Hey Let's Collab

  5. Jul 28

    How to Make Every Collaboration Run Smoothly From Start to Finish

    Running a collaboration can feel like juggling a hundred moving pieces. Whether you're hosting a summit, joining a bundle, or planning a joint venture, staying organized can be the difference between a smooth experience and total chaos. In this episode, I'm joined by an incredible panel of creators who have collectively participated in and hosted countless successful collaborations. You’ll hear from Kara Laws, Anna Crosby, Rachel Mohl, and Liz Stapleton, about the systems, tools, and habits that help collaborations run smoothly, what to do when things go off track, and the practical lessons we've all learned from hosting and participating in dozens of collaborative events. Here’s what we get into: The systems we use to stay organized and keep collaboration deadlines from slipping through the cracksWhy clear communication is one of the most important collaboration skillsPractical ways to reuse your bios, promotional emails, applications, and collaboration assets so you're not starting from scratch every timeHow to set clear expectations with contributors and hosts to reduce confusion, improve participation, and create a better experience for everyone involvedHow tracking your collaboration results, learning from every event, and making small improvements each time leads to stronger partnerships and better outcomesThe mindset shift that will help you stop overthinking collaborations and start taking action, even if your first few experiences aren't perfectRemember that every collaboration teaches you something new, helps you build stronger relationships, and gets easier with experience. Don’t forget to connect with these amazing creators through the links below! If you found this episode helpful, please take a moment to give it a like and leave a rating. I’ll see you next time!  Guest Links: Anna Crosby: https://genicollective.com/ Kara Laws: https://launchedacademy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/launchedacademy Liz Stapleton: https://elizabethstapleton.com/ https://www.instagram.com/creatoropshub/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/creatoropshub Rachel Mohl: https://www.skool.com/@rachel-mohl-4361 Links: Website: https://heyletscollab.com Instagram: Hey, Let's Collab (@heyletscollab) • Instagram profile FREE Collab Scripts: Collab Scripts - Hey, Let's Collab Collab Starter Kit: https://heyletscollab.com/kit Blog: Blog - Hey, Let's Collab YouTube: Hey, Let's Collab Pinterest: Hey Let's Collab

  6. Jul 21

    How to Pitch Your First Creator Collaboration (Even If You’ve Never Done It Before)

    You don't need a huge audience or the perfect credentials to start collaborating. What you do need is a pitch that makes it easy for someone to say yes. In this episode, I break down the exact collaboration pitch framework I use to land opportunities and create new growth for my business. Whether you're pitching yourself as a guest or inviting someone into your own collaboration, you'll learn how to write outreach emails that feel genuine, clear, and actually get responses. Tune in to hear more on: Why simplicity makes it easy for people to say yes to youHow to build a list of aligned collaboration partners, including why your existing network should be your first place to startThe exact structure I use for collaboration outreach emails, from subject line to sign offSmall personal touches that make your outreach stand out and help you build real relationships instead of sending generic pitchesHow offering multiple collaboration opportunities in one email can increase your chances of hearing "yes" and open the door to even more partnershipsThe next steps every collaboration pitch should include so your potential partner knows exactly how to move forwardIf this episode gives you the confidence to finally send that collaboration pitch, don't stop here. Download my free Collab Scripts to see real outreach emails, DMs, and messages that have helped creators secure successful partnerships. If you're ready for even more templates, workflows, and step by step guidance, check out the Collab Starter Kit. Your next collaboration could be one email away. I’ll see you next week! Links: Website: https://heyletscollab.com Instagram: Hey, Let's Collab (@heyletscollab) • Instagram profile FREE Collab Scripts: Collab Scripts - Hey, Let's Collab Collab Starter Kit: https://heyletscollab.com/kit Blog: Blog - Hey, Let's Collab YouTube: Hey, Let's Collab Pinterest: Hey Let's Collab

  7. Jul 14

    How Jessie Festa Built a 141,000 Download Podcast Through Strategic Collaborations

    It's time to start pitching with confidence and creating the partnerships that grow your business. Today, I'm joined by one of my favourite collaborators, Jessie Festa, founder of Jessie on a Journey, Epicure & Culture, and Travel Blog Prosperity. Jessie has built multiple successful businesses through strategic partnerships, and today she's sharing one of her go-to outreach emails that has helped her build collaborations for years. Together, we unpack her collaboration pitch, talk about how she finds the right partners, what makes her say yes to a collaboration, and the biggest mistakes creators make when reaching out.  Tune in to hear more on: How to build a repeatable collaboration outreach system that nurtures new and existing relationshipsA breakdown of Jessie's collaboration pitch email and why it worksHow to find aligned collaboration partners and stand out with personalized outreachWhat makes creators say yes vs. what sends your email straight to the trashGreen flags in collaborations and how to navigate affiliate partnerships, workshop swaps, and podcast guesting Why creating collaborations that benefit everyone is the key to partnerships that lastTune in now for practical tips that will help you attain partnerships that are worth your time. Don’t forget to grab my free collab scripts at heyletscollab.com to start creating your own profitable partnerships toady. I'll see you in the next episode!  Guest Links: Jessie on a Journey: https://jessieonajourney.com/ Epicure and Culture: https://epicureandculture.com/ Travel Blog Prosperity: https://jessieonajourney.teachable.com/p/travel-blog-prosperity Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessieonajourney/?hl=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@makemoneytravelblogging/featured Links: Website: https://heyletscollab.com Instagram: Hey, Let's Collab (@heyletscollab) • Instagram profile FREE Collab Scripts: Collab Scripts - Hey, Let's Collab Collab Starter Kit: https://heyletscollab.com/kit Blog: Blog - Hey, Let's Collab YouTube: Hey, Let's Collab Pinterest: Hey Let's Collab

  8. Jul 7

    Creating Your First Collaboration-Ready Freebie That Grows Your Email List

    One of the biggest questions creators face before saying yes to a collaboration is, "What should I share with their audience?" In this episode of Hey, Let's Collab, I walk you through how to create a simple, collaboration ready freebie that helps you grow your email list, nurture new subscribers, and make the most of every partnership opportunity. You'll also learn the essential tech setup, how to avoid overcomplicating the process, and a few simple ways to turn your freebie into future revenue. Tune in to hear more on: • Why a collaboration ready freebie helps you grow your email list with every partnership • How to create a lead magnet that solves one problem and attracts the right audience • The simple tech setup you need to collect subscribers and automate delivery • Freebie formats that work, including quizzes, checklists, guides, and PDFs • How to use AI to create a valuable freebie without spending hours designing it • Easy next steps to monetize your freebie with welcome emails and thank you offers Your freebie doesn't need to be perfect. It just needs to help one person solve one problem. This episode will help you stop overthinking, get your lead magnet created, and build an email list that's ready to grow alongside your collaborations. Tune in now, then download the free Collab Scripts at heyletscollab.com and start creating more profitable partnerships today. Links: Website: https://heyletscollab.com Instagram: Hey, Let's Collab (@heyletscollab) • Instagram profile FREE Collab Scripts: Collab Scripts - Hey, Let's Collab Collab Starter Kit: https://heyletscollab.com/kit Blog: Blog - Hey, Let's Collab YouTube: Hey, Let's Collab Pinterest: Hey Let's Collab

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The 'Hey, Let’s Collab 'podcast, hosted by Nadalie Bardo, collaboration strategist and online business owner, proves that collaborations aren’t just for influencers landing brand deals on Instagram. Some of the most profitable and impactful growth opportunities happen when creators, bloggers, entrepreneurs, and online business owners collaborate with each other. Nadalie has generated over $200,000 in course sales and grown an email list of over 10,000 subscribers, all without ads, without a blog, and without consistently posting on social media. How? Through over 100 strategic collaborations, including summits, bundles, joint venture webinars, podcast swaps, and in-person events. If it’s a collaboration, Nadalie’s probably done it, and now she’s sharing the behind-the-scenes strategies that helped her grow a profitable online business through relationships, partnerships, and creator collaborations. This podcast explores how to collaborate with other creators in ways that grow your business, expand your audience, grow your email list, and create opportunities you couldn’t build alone. Through candid conversations, each episode breaks down the real relationships, conversations, and strategies that lead to successful collaborations online. You’ll hear the stories behind profitable collaborations, including the Instagram DMs, emails, introductions, and chance conversations that made them happen. From learning how to collaborate with other bloggers to discovering creative ways to collaborate online, each episode gives you practical ideas you can apply in your own business today. Every guest also shares their real “collab scripts”; the exact outreach message, pitch, DM, or email they’ve used to secure successful partnerships and collaborations. Whether you’re a blogger, podcaster, coach, creative entrepreneur, or online creator looking to collaborate with other creators and grow your business in a more aligned, relationship-driven way, this podcast will help you create profitable partnerships, and unlock new opportunities online.