The Classy Career Girl Podcast

Classy Career Girl International, LLC
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Learn how to become happy, successful and balanced with class, skill and style. In this podcast, you'll find tips, strategies and stories to help you find a job or business you love that supports the life you really want. Hosted by Anna Runyan, mom of 3 and founder and CEO of Classy Career Girl, one of Forbes most influential career sites. Anna created this podcast in 2014 because she was a new mom and very unhappy with her work. She had a bunch of debt, but she couldn't just quit her day job because she had to provide for her family. On this podcast, you'll learn how Anna quit her stressful day job and transitioned into work she loved (with a baby on her lap) and how you can do it too! Listen in and create your action plan! Let's begin today's class with Classy Career Girl!

  1. 6D AGO

    Beyond the Hamster Wheel: Creating a Repeatable Social Media Rhythm for 2026

    🚀 STOP THE CONTENT HAMSTER WHEEL: Your 2026 Social Media Strategy Are you tired of staring at a blank screen, wondering what to post? Or maybe you're posting daily but feeling like you're shouting into a void? We're on Day 2 of our 2026 Launch & Plan Mini-Challenge, and today is all about moving from "haphazard posting" to a repeatable content framework that actually drives sales while fitting into your real life. The 3 Content Pillars for Results To see growth in 2026, you only need to focus on these three types of posts: 1. Connection Content: Share your "why," your mission, and your real-life lessons. Build the trust that turns a stranger into a fan. 2. Awareness Content: Highlight the mistakes, myths, and frustrations your audience faces. Use social proof to show them that you are the solution they need right now. 3. Video Content: Stop being a "content machine" and start being a person. Video is the fastest way to build a relationship and show your expertise. 💡 Pro Tip: Use AI as Your Inspiration, Not Your Replacement I love using ChatGPT to brainstorm 26 common myths or 14 curiosity-driven hooks. It saves time and beats writer's block every single time. But remember: start with your story and your values first. 🔥 JOIN THE BOOT CAMP (Doors Close Tomorrow!) Ready to systematize your marketing and stop the burnout? Join our High Conversion Marketing 90-Day Boot Camp! For just $19, you get: January: Marketing Foundation & Activity Planning February: Systems, AI, & Lead Capture March: Sales Conversion & Scaling Click here for the High Conversion Marketing 90-Day Bootcamp

    1h 2m

  2. JAN 1

    The 30-Minute Launch Plan: Mapping Your 2026 for Profit and Peace

    Are you tired of the "junk drawer" approach to your business? You know what I mean—the last-minute scrambling, the random launches, and that constant feeling of "hustle burnout" because you don't have a clear map for the year.   My goal for you in 2026 is simple: Clarity. Focus. Confidence.   We aren't just launching to stay busy; we're launching the right way. Whether you're a career coach, a mindset expert, or a product creator, you need a framework that allows for "Big Bang" moments and essential rest periods. Here is the 2026 Launch Secret: Quarterly Focus: One core focus per 90 days. Color-Coded Capacity: Mapping out "Purple" (Big) launches vs. "Mini" launches so you never hit a wall. Built-in Margin: Planning for creative downtime and family (like my Nature Club and homeschool days!) so you have the energy to serve your clients at the highest level. You don't need more complexity. You need a simple framework that turns your ideas into consistent income without sacrificing your sanity. Ready to clean out the junk drawer? For just $19, get the templates, the scripts, and the 90-day roadmap to make this your most successful (and restful) year yet.   https://classycareergirl.thrivecart.com/high-conversion-marketing-bootcamp/

    54 min

  3. 11/24/2025

    From HR to Entrepreneur: Mid-Career Success Story!

    Melanie Smith runs TWO businesses simultaneously: A Recruiting & Staffing Agency (TRG) A Coaching & Consulting Business AND she is finishing her undergrad degree. AND she is a mom. If anyone had an excuse to say "I don't have time," it was Melanie. But she joined the Classy Career Girl® Career Coach Certification anyway. Why? Because she needed structure to stop the overwhelm. Before certification: She was "serving everyone" and felt scattered between her two businesses. After certification: She has a clear "Recruiting Lane" and a "Coaching Lane." She uses the 90-day planning method to manage her time and has successfully launched sold-out VIP days. Melanie's advice? "We have a lot of issues with 'starting over,' but when I really look at it... you get to take all that experience with you and turn it into purpose." Don't let "busy" keep you from "fulfilled." Congratulations on your graduation, Melanie! We are so proud to have you representing CCG in Turks and Caicos! To learn more visit: https://www.classycareergirl.com/certification-waitlist #CareerAdvice #MidCareer #Entrepreneur #CareerCoach#Inspiration

    29 min

  4. 11/08/2025

    90-Day Business Planning Workshop

    Ready to stop feeling overwhelmed by your business plan? 😩 A full year feels long, but 90 days is the sweet spot for focused action, momentum, and results! We just wrapped up our 90-Day Business Planning Workshop where attendees walked away with a clear, actionable plan to crush the end of the year and set up 2026 for massive success. The biggest secret? It's not about having more time—it's about prioritizing what matters most. Here's your challenge: What's the #1 priority you'll commit to in the next 90 days? Drop your goal below! 👇 P.S. Missed the live session? Don't miss the momentum! You can grab our 2026 Business Jumpstart Bundle for just $15, which includes the replay, a 90-day plan template, and my personal feedback on your finished plan! https://www.classycareergirl.com/jumpstart

    1 hr

  5. 10/31/2025

    ✨ Launch Your First Black Friday Offer (Even if You've Never Sold Before!) 💸

    Thinking of selling something online but don't know where to start? Black Friday is the perfect time! People are already in a buying mindset, making it the best season to build business momentum without feeling "salesy." 🚫 Stop Making These Mistakes: Waiting for Perfection: You don't need a perfect brand or a finished product! Done is better than perfect. Thinking You Need a Huge Audience: You can start with 10 followers. Action leads to clarity! Sitting it Out: Don't miss the biggest sales event of the year. 💡 Your Quick-Win Offer Formula: Create a low-cost, simple offer that delivers a quick win transformation (in one hour or one week). Goal: A clear result + an X time frame (e.g., Career Clarity in a Weekend). Must-Haves: A clear result, a simple format, and a limited-time bonus/discount that goes away on Cyber Monday. Ready to turn your idea into an income stream? 👉 JOIN the 3-Day Black Friday Launch Challenge! Get the simple plan, templates, and scripts to build, price, and sell your first profitable offer in 3 days. What you get: 10-day membership access to our community, the Fast Offer Finder, Social Script Vault, and Canva Visual Kit—all for just $10! Stop leaving money on the table. This is your year to earn from what you know! 🔗 Click to join now and get all the bonuses: classycareergirl.com/BFChallenge

    50 min

  6. 10/23/2025

    🚨 Launch Your First Digital Product

    🚨 Launch Your First Digital Product Before Black Friday! 🚀   I'm SO energized by your interest in this topic—it's truly awesome and important. Creating your first digital product is the single best way to go from employee to entrepreneur, and the time to launch is NOW!   💡 The Simple Truth: It All Starts with One Product.   In 2012, I was in my corporate cubicle, but dreaming of more. I launched my very first digital product: The Get Unstuck Boot Camp. I did something scary: I sold it before it was fully created. When that first sale came in (a $97 purchase from the UK!), I knew I had a market. I recorded it live, turned it into an evergreen course, and that single digital product became the foundation for everything: My business, Classy Career Girl, founded in 2010. The Corporate Rescue Plan membership. Helping over 6,000 women go from employee to entrepreneur. I'm teaching you my secret: The Profit and Purpose Framework to make an impact and income!   🎯 Your Goal: A Quick Win for a Big Transformation.   Your first digital product isn't about perfection; it's about progress and delivering a quick win. It should be the first step in your process—the thing your clients are always asking about. Stop waiting for slides, a fancy website, or a huge audience! You need Clarity and Courage.   🔥 My Recommended Launch Strategy: Sell It LIVE!   Create a 90-minute live workshop, sell tickets in advance (cash flow!), record it live, and then instantly repurpose it into a self-study course that sells forever. This validates your idea before you put in endless effort. (I once created 30 videos for a product no one bought—never again!)   🗓️ Black Friday is Your Deadline!   Why aim for Black Friday? Built-in Urgency: It provides a deadline to get your product done. Buyer Mindset: People are ready to buy—it's the easiest time to get your first sale! Instant Credibility: It positions you as a real brand. Cash Flow: Get a financial boost before the holidays. You don't need a huge list. You don't need complexity. You need a simple, clear offer!   📢 Ready to Stop Dreaming and Start Selling?   We're hosting the Black Friday Launch Challenge inside our Corporate Rescue Plan membership to get your first (or next) digital product ready to launch. In just 3 days (Nov 4th-6th), we'll help you: Clarify your offer and pricing. Write your sales emails and social media posts (using my 10+ years of templates!). Map out your full launch calendar. This support is all included in the Corporate Rescue Plan membership for just $39/month (you can cancel anytime!). Plus, members get our annual planning workshop! Don't let this perfect launch window pass you by. You can start making sales right from your laptop—just like I did in my cubicle. 👉 Join the Challenge & Start Launching! [Link in Bio: classycareergirl.com/BFchallenge] #AnnaRunyan #ClassyCareerGirl #DigitalProduct #BlackFridaySale #CorporateRescuePlan #SideHustle #EmployeeToEntrepreneur #LaunchStrategy #PassiveIncome

    1h 4m

  7. 10/16/2025

    Build Your 90-Day Launch Plan: The Third Step to Multiple Income Streams

    We've covered so much, but today, we dropped the exact weekly plan to help coaches, consultants, and creators build 3 Income Streams in the next 90 days—without the tech overwhelm or a huge audience! 🎯 What You're Getting in This Training: The 90-Day Blueprint: Know exactly what to focus on each week from now until December 31st to hit your $$$5K, $$$10K, or $$$20K monthly goals. Simple Marketing Systems: Learn the 20% of actions that drive 80% of your results (Hint: You don't need fancy funnels or ads!). The CEO Mindset: How to scale past one-on-one coaching, avoid burnout, and make sales even when you're sleeping. FREE Goal Template: Download my exclusive 90-Day Goal Template to gain the clarity you need to finally hit your revenue targets. 🌟 READY TO GO ALL-IN? Don't just plan—launch and end 2025 with your dream business built! 👇 Click the link in bio to join The 2026 PLAN Workshop! www.classycareergirl.com/planningworkshop #coachlife #consultantlife #incomegoals #90DayLaunch #passiveincome #entrepreneurship #businesscoach #CorporateRescuePlan #ScalingYourBusiness

    51 min

  8. 10/11/2025

    Add Passive + Group Income: The Second Step to Multiple Income Streams

    If you've hit burnout trying to scale your coaching or consulting business, it's time to stop leaving revenue (and impact!) on the table. We dove into the 3 simple models for adding scalable offers: Digital Products (Entry Tier): Build trust, get quick wins, earn while you sleep. Group Coaching/Memberships (Mid-Tier): Serve way more people with your core framework. VIP Days (High-Tier): Premium, personalized support. This strategic stack allows you to serve 100+ clients, not just 3. It's about working smarter, not just longer. Ready to create your plan? Join me for the 2026 PLAN Workshop: https://www.classycareergirl.com/planningworkshop

    39 min
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Learn how to become happy, successful and balanced with class, skill and style. In this podcast, you'll find tips, strategies and stories to help you find a job or business you love that supports the life you really want. Hosted by Anna Runyan, mom of 3 and founder and CEO of Classy Career Girl, one of Forbes most influential career sites. Anna created this podcast in 2014 because she was a new mom and very unhappy with her work. She had a bunch of debt, but she couldn't just quit her day job because she had to provide for her family. On this podcast, you'll learn how Anna quit her stressful day job and transitioned into work she loved (with a baby on her lap) and how you can do it too! Listen in and create your action plan! Let's begin today's class with Classy Career Girl!

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  • Creator
    Classy Career Girl International, LLC
  • Years Active
    2012 - 2026
  • Episodes
    584
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