MAC Moments™

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MAC Moments™ is a podcast for business owners who want clarity, focus, and confident leadership. Conversations that respect your time, your intelligence, and where you are going. Real strategy and leadership for business owners who are building with purpose. Built With Intention is not just the series name. It is how every episode is made. Hosted by Melissa A. Chavez, Founder and CEO of MAC Growth Partners™ and MAC Global Promotions®, with 25+ years in marketing, business strategy, and leadership. Bailor™ Certified Coach. Follow the show and visit www.macgrowthpartners.com to learn more.

  1. 15h ago

    Episode 28: What Growth Is Really Asking of Us

    Eight people. Eight very different conversations. But when Melissa Chavez looked back at her recent conversations on MAC Moments™, the same themes kept appearing. Focus. Relationships. Courage. Integrity. Knowing when to say yes. Knowing when to say no. And being willing to define success for yourself. In this solo episode of MAC Moments™, Melissa reflects on conversations with Christy Dunn, Crystal Dufour, Bruce Olinger, Adam Chalmers, Joe Martin, Dianne Churillo, Tonya Ross and Courtney Willoughby. Rather than simply recapping each conversation, Melissa looks at the patterns connecting them and what those lessons reveal about growth. She explores: -Why focus is a leadership decision -Why growth sometimes requires doing less -The importance of relationships and community -Why business ownership should not be done alone -Taking action before confidence arrives -Being willing to fail, learn and adjust -Knowing when an opportunity is not the right opportunity -Defining success for yourself -Building a business and life you actually want What it means to build with intention Growth is not simply about getting bigger. Sometimes it asks us to focus. Sometimes it asks us to let go. Sometimes it asks us to get uncomfortable. And sometimes it asks us to stop long enough to decide what we are actually building toward. Maybe building with intention is not about having every answer or getting everything right. Maybe it is knowing what matters enough to keep moving toward it and surrounding yourself with people who help you get there. MAC Growth Partners®: www.macgrowthpartners.com

  2. Sep 22

    Episode 27: The Right Clients Change Everything

    What happens when someone says yes before they've figured everything out?In this episode of MAC Moments™, Melissa Chavez sits down with Courtney Willoughby, owner of MAVE Marketing, to discuss entrepreneurship, marketing, relationships, growth, and building a business that aligns with your values. From landing her first client before having a company name to growing a marketing agency serving businesses across multiple states, Courtney shares lessons learned through adaptability, consistency, and intentional growth. Topics include: Building a business from scratchFinding your ideal client Marketing in the age of AIScaling with systems and processesHiring and leadership Why relationships continue to matterIf you're building a business and trying to determine what growth should actually look like, this conversation is full of practical insights and honest lessons.MAC Growth Partners™: www.macgrowthpartners.com

  3. Sep 15

    Episode 26: Be Willing to Fail Publicly

    What if the biggest thing standing between you and your next step is overthinking? In this episode of MAC Moments™, Melissa Chavez sits down with Dianne Churillo, founder of Lunar Womb Chattanooga, to discuss entrepreneurship, authenticity, self-leadership, and the courage to start before everything feels ready. From building a holistic wellness hub to creating systems, processes, and community, Dianne shares what she's learned in the earliest stages of business ownership. Key themes include: Paralysis by analysisAuthentic marketingSelf-leadershipBuilding with intentionThe power of connection If you've been waiting for the perfect moment to begin, this conversation is your reminder that action creates clarity. MAC Growth Partners™: www.macgrowthpartners.com

  4. Sep 8

    Episode 25: Redefining Success on Your Own Terms

    Tonya Ross had the idea for Southern Kitchen & Home more than 20 years before she opened the doors. The dream stayed with her through different careers, moves, raising children and major changes in her personal life. Then came the question: What’s next? In this episode of MAC Moments™, Tonya joins Melissa Chavez to talk about finally starting the business she had imagined for decades and everything she has learned since. They talk about learning the realities of business ownership, knowing your weaknesses, saying no to opportunities that do not fit your business, supporting other small businesses, finding the right community and showing up even when you are tired or unsure. Tonya also shares one of the biggest lessons from her journey: if there is something you genuinely want to build, start. You are never guaranteed the perfect time. Success does not have to happen on anyone else’s timeline. It begins when you finally decide what success means to you. MAC Growth Partners™: www.macgrowthpartners.com

  5. Sep 1

    Episode 24: Do Not Build a Business You Do Not Want to Live In

    What if the business you are building is not aligned with the life you actually want? In this episode of MAC Moments™, Melissa sits down with Joe Martin, founder of Relentless Positivity, to discuss the connection between business ownership, health, and long-term success. From discipline and consistency to mindset and accountability, this conversation highlights how the same principles apply to both business and personal growth. If you are building something but feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or misaligned, this episode will challenge how you define success and what you are working toward.

  6. Aug 25

    Episode 23: Focus is not a limitation. It is a decision.

    In this week’s MAC Moments™, I sat down with Adam Chalmers, and what stood out most was not what he is building…it is how he is building it. Most people rush to launch. Most people feel pressure to prove something quickly. What we talked about instead is restraint. Taking the time to build something before announcing it. Making decisions without needing constant validation. Understanding that leadership is not about being liked…it is about being respected. If you try to do everything, you will dilute your impact. Focus is not about doing less. It is about doing what actually matters.

  7. Aug 18

    Episode 22: Technology Changes. Relationships Don't.

    From the Yellow Pages to AI, marketing has changed dramatically over the last three decades. In this episode of MAC Moments™, Melissa Chavez sits down with Bruce Olinger, co-owner of Big Three Marketing, to discuss the evolution of marketing, websites, search, branding, and customer service. Bruce shares lessons from more than 35 years in the marketing industry and explains why quality, responsiveness, and relationships remain the foundation of successful businesses. Whether you're building a website, growing a company, or adapting to new technology, this conversation offers practical insights for business owners navigating a rapidly changing marketplace. MAC Growth Partners™: www.macgrowthpartners.com Listen to MAC Moments™ on Spotify

  8. Aug 11

    Episode 21: If Your Brand Looks Like Everyone Else, You Have a Bigger Problem

    There is no shortage of content today. The problem is that most of it looks exactly the same. In this episode of MAC Moments™, Melissa sits down with brand strategist Crystal Dufour to discuss what is happening in marketing, design, and content creation in a world heavily influenced by AI. From overused templates to copy-and-paste messaging, they unpack why many brands are losing credibility and what it actually takes to stand out. If your brand feels diluted or forgettable, this conversation will challenge how you think about marketing. This is the work behind the brands. More at www.macgrowthpartners.com

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MAC Moments™ is a podcast for business owners who want clarity, focus, and confident leadership. Conversations that respect your time, your intelligence, and where you are going. Real strategy and leadership for business owners who are building with purpose. Built With Intention is not just the series name. It is how every episode is made. Hosted by Melissa A. Chavez, Founder and CEO of MAC Growth Partners™ and MAC Global Promotions®, with 25+ years in marketing, business strategy, and leadership. Bailor™ Certified Coach. Follow the show and visit www.macgrowthpartners.com to learn more.

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  • Creator
    MAC Growth Partners™
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © MAC Growth Partners™
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    MAC Moments™