Solopreneur CEO

Carin Kilby Clark and Marcia Sheehan
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The Solopreneur CEO Podcast is for established solopreneurs who have built something real but are tired of carrying the entire load alone. Hosted by Carin Kilby Clark and Marcia Sheehan, the show explores mindset, systems, structure, and support to help you step out of reactive solopreneur mode and into CEO-level leadership. No hustle culture. No burnout glorification. Just honest conversations and practical insights for building a business that supports your life instead of consuming it.

  1. How I Run This: Redefining Success as a Solopreneur with Tara Whitaker (Part 2)

    6D AGO

    How I Run This: Redefining Success as a Solopreneur with Tara Whitaker (Part 2)

    What if success doesn’t have to mean building a bigger business? What if “enough” is actually enough? In Part 2 of this How I Run This conversation, Marcia continues her discussion with Tara Whitaker about entrepreneurship, money, parenting, community, visibility, and the pressure solopreneurs feel to constantly grow, scale, and prove themselves.   This conversation gets especially honest around the realities of solopreneurship and the difference between building a business that looks impressive… versus building one that actually supports your life. They talk about: Why Tara has intentionally chosen not to build a large company or teamThe pressure online business owners feel to constantly scaleThe emotional cost of chasing external definitions of successParenting, flexibility, and designing business around real lifeWhy “enough” looks different for everyoneThe role of money, impact, and values in entrepreneurshipCommunity, participation, and what solopreneurs actually need support withThis is a grounded, refreshing conversation about ambition, capacity, and building a business that fits the life you actually want. 🎯 Join our free community for solopreneurs building sustainable businesses without burnout: https://thesolopreneurceo.com

    22 min
  2. How I Run This: Building a Values-Driven Business with Tara Whitaker (Part 1)

    MAY 12

    How I Run This: Building a Values-Driven Business with Tara Whitaker (Part 1)

    There’s a certain kind of freedom that comes with building your own business. You get to decide what matters. What you stand for. What kind of work you want to do and how you want to do it. But that also means you have to make hard decisions about your values, your visibility, and the kind of business you actually want to build. In Part 1 of this How I Run This conversation, Marcia sits down with Tara Whitaker, book editor, coach, membership founder, and host of the Modern Editor Podcast, for a wide-ranging discussion about entrepreneurship, visibility, community, creative work, and building a business that actually aligns with who you are.   They talk about: Tara’s journey from corporate event planning into solopreneurshipWhat changed for her during the pandemic and how it shaped her businessWhy visibility feels unsafe for so many women business ownersBuilding a values-driven business and attracting the right clientsThe role of community in entrepreneurship and personal growthHonest conversations around AI, creativity, and critical thinkingWhy solopreneurship can be both empowering and deeply personalThis conversation goes beyond tactics and productivity. It’s an honest look at what it means to build a business that reflects your values, your voice, and the life you actually want to live. And this is only Part 1. 👀 🎯 Join our free community for solopreneurs building sustainable businesses without burnout:https://thesolopreneurceo.com

    25 min

  3. MAY 5

    Why You’re Spending Time on the Wrong Things (And Don’t Realize It)

    If you’ve ever looked at your to-do list and thought… “Why do I keep avoiding this?”or“Why am I spending so much time on things that don’t actually matter?” This episode is going to connect some dots. Because what most solopreneurs call a “time problem”… is often an alignment problem. In this episode, we’re revisiting a powerful conversation from our earlier Honest Convos series and bringing it into the Solopreneur CEO lens. We break down what “alignment” actually means (without the buzzwords)… and how it shows up in your business in very real ways. You’ll hear: Why procrastination is often a sign of misalignment (not laziness)How guilt, obligation, and “shoulds” quietly shape how you spend your timeThe difference between being good at something vs it being right for your businessWhy you can feel successful on paper… but still feel offIf you’ve been noticing that your time is going to things that don’t feel quite right… this is likely the missing piece. Because when your time, energy, and focus are out of alignment… no amount of productivity or planning will fix it. 🎯 Want to see exactly where your time is going (and what’s actually worth keeping)?Join our free Time Thief Workshop where we walk you through how to map your time and start making CEO-level decisions. 🔗 Save your spot: https://thesolopreneurceo.com/webinar-registration

    22 min

  4. APR 28

    Why You Always Feel Behind (Even When Your Business Is “Working”)

    If your business looks successful on the outside… but still feels heavy, chaotic, or behind on the inside… this episode is for you. Because the problem probably isn’t what you think. Most solopreneurs assume they need better time management, more discipline, or a new system to finally feel “on top of things.” But what if that’s not it at all? In this episode, we break down why you can be doing everything right… and still feel like you’re constantly catching up. You’ll hear: Why “staying busy” can actually hide what’s not workingThe difference between knowing what’s happening vs actually seeing it clearlyHow small, invisible patterns quietly steal hours from your weekWhy fixing your schedule hasn’t worked (and what to focus on instead)This is where we introduce the concept of the Time Thief… and why most solopreneurs can’t fix what’s draining their time because they’ve never fully seen it. If you’ve ever ended your day wondering, “Where did the time go?” this conversation will hit home. 🎯 Want to see exactly where your time is going? Join our free Time Thief Workshop where we’ll walk you through how to map your time clearly so you can start making CEO-level decisions in your business. 🔗 Save your spot: thesolopreneurceo.com/webinar-registration

    12 min
  5. How I Run This: Running Two Businesses Without Burning Out (While Staying Hands-On Where It Matters)

    APR 21

    How I Run This: Running Two Businesses Without Burning Out (While Staying Hands-On Where It Matters)

    What does it actually look like to grow a business… without becoming the bottleneck? In this episode of our How I Run This series, we’re joined by Vikki Diaz, a business owner running both a painting company and a marketing agency for contractors, all while building systems that allow her to step back without losing the personal touch her clients trust. Because here’s the reality most people don’t talk about: You don’t need to be involved in everything… but you do need to be intentional about where you stay involved. Vikki shares how she’s built both businesses in a way that: creates structure behind the sceneskeeps the client experience strongand allows her to move toward a more hands-off role without sacrificing qualityInside this conversation, we talk about: How she uses systems and automation to remove herself from day-to-day tasks  Why staying visible in key moments still matters for trust and client experienceThe difference between content that goes viral and content that actually converts locallyWhat led to her burnout point and how she rebuilt her business differentlyThe simple boundary that protects her time while still giving clients direct accessThis episode is a real look at what it means to scale intentionally, not just grow. Because building a business that runs without you doesn’t mean disappearing… It means knowing exactly where you’re needed and where you’re not. 🎧 Listen in and take what fits for where you are right now. If you want support, perspective, and real conversations like this, come join us inside the Success Secret Society: https://thesolopreneurceo.com

    23 min

  6. APR 14

    How to Show Up, Sell, and Lead When Everything Feels Uncertain

    There’s a lot happening right now. The economy feels unpredictable. The world feels heavy.And for a lot of solopreneurs… it’s getting harder to stay focused, show up, and sell like you normally would. If you’ve found yourself wondering:“Is it just me?”“Did I lose my edge?”“Should I even be selling right now?” This episode is for you. In this conversation, we’re pulling back the curtain on what’s really going on behind the scenes for so many business owners right now and how to navigate it without shutting down your business or second-guessing your value. Because the truth is… there is always something happening in the world. And your work still matters. Inside this episode, we talk about: How to stay focused when everything around you feels chaoticWhy pulling back from your business isn’t the solutionHow to position your offer as stability and support during uncertain timesThe importance of staying visible and consistent (even when it feels hard)Why your business is one of the most powerful ways you can actually make an impactThis isn’t about ignoring what’s happening. It’s about leading through it. Because the people you serve still have problems. And you still have solutions. 🎧 Listen in and let this be your reset back into clarity, focus, and leadership. If you want camaraderie, perspective, and real conversations like this, come join us inside the Solopreneur CEO Community:https://thesolopreneurceo.com

    20 min

  7. APR 7

    The Hidden Cost of Being “Reliable” in Your Business

    Your clients trust you. You get things done. People rely on you. And that’s exactly why your business still depends on you. In this episode, Carin and Marcia are breaking down the hidden cost of being “reliable” and why the very traits that helped you build your business are now the ones keeping you stuck, overwhelmed, and carrying more than you should. Because this isn’t just about working too much. It’s about becoming the default for everything. Inside this conversation, we unpack: Why being the “go-to” person creates hidden pressure in your business and life How reliability turns into over-responsibility (without you realizing it) The difference between a business that runs through you vs. one that runs with you Why doing more isn’t the solution and what actually creates capacity The shift from being the one who does everything to the one who leads it If your business looks successful on the outside but feels heavy behind the scenes, this episode will hit home. Because the goal isn’t to stop being reliable. It’s to stop being the one everything depends on. 🎧 Listen in and then come continue the conversation inside our free community: https://thesolopreneurceo.com

    24 min

  8. MAR 31

    The Standout Moments from Every Solopreneur CEO Summit Session

    There’s a moment in business where you realize… it’s not about learning more. It’s about seeing things differently. In this episode, we’re giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the Solopreneur CEO Summit by sharing curated clips from several of our guest experts. Different voices. Different specialties. Different approaches. But when you listen closely, you’ll start to hear the same themes show up again and again. In this episode, you’ll hear insights on: The CEO decisions that shift you out of doing everything yourself Why measuring effort keeps you stuck and what to focus on instead How identity and self-trust shape your business more than strategy What burnout is actually telling you about how you’re operating How visibility, boundaries, and leadership impact your next level Why simple systems like email can quietly drive consistent revenue Each of these clips stands on its own. But together, they reveal a bigger pattern… what it actually takes to build a business that doesn’t depend on you for everything. If something clicks while you’re listening, pay attention to that. That’s usually where your next level is pointing. If you want full access to every session, plus the implementation support that goes with it, you can grab the VIP All-Access Pass here: thesolopreneurceo.com/summit-vip-upgrade Or join us inside the free community to continue the conversation: thesolopreneurceo.com

    26 min
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The Solopreneur CEO Podcast is for established solopreneurs who have built something real but are tired of carrying the entire load alone. Hosted by Carin Kilby Clark and Marcia Sheehan, the show explores mindset, systems, structure, and support to help you step out of reactive solopreneur mode and into CEO-level leadership. No hustle culture. No burnout glorification. Just honest conversations and practical insights for building a business that supports your life instead of consuming it.

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  • Creator
    Carin Kilby Clark and Marcia Sheehan
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
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    © Carin Kilby Clark and Marcia Sheehan
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