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The Shine to FIVE™ Method was designed by Side Hustle Coach - Christen N. James (CJ) to give women-identified professionals the tools to SHINE in their OWN Businesses and confidently go from Employee to Entrepreneur. CJ will provide simple tips, actionable strategies, personal stories and also feature guest experts to help you break free of your Employee Mindset. To learn more about, or connect with, CJ visit www.christennjames.com or follow her on all social media platforms: @christennjames. Be sure to follow and share with ALL womxn who need to be/feel inspired and also heal in their entrepreneurial journey!

The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers Christen N. James

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The Shine to FIVE™ Method was designed by Side Hustle Coach - Christen N. James (CJ) to give women-identified professionals the tools to SHINE in their OWN Businesses and confidently go from Employee to Entrepreneur. CJ will provide simple tips, actionable strategies, personal stories and also feature guest experts to help you break free of your Employee Mindset. To learn more about, or connect with, CJ visit www.christennjames.com or follow her on all social media platforms: @christennjames. Be sure to follow and share with ALL womxn who need to be/feel inspired and also heal in their entrepreneurial journey!

    How to define YOUR Success to ensure that it is Sustainable, with Felecia Etienne.

    How to define YOUR Success to ensure that it is Sustainable, with Felecia Etienne.

    “If you are not failing, you cannot win! When you fail it is an opportunity to learn” – Felecia Etienne

    Are you willing to fail? Knowing how to learn from failures is an important step towards growth, which can then lead to winning.  Acknowledging that changes always need to be done in order to get to the next step.
    In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers, my guest Felecia Etienne, High Performance Success Coach and I cover:
    • the REAL benefit of having a 9to5.
    • the good that can come from failure.
    • applying the acronym C.L.A.R.I.T.Y. to your life and Business.

    Felecia Etienne, MBA, is a High-Performance Success Coach and the Founder and CEO of Level Up & Thrive Coaching & Consulting who helps overwhelmed and stressed-out leaders maximize their time, energy, and productivity so they can be intentional and present with the vital areas of life. With 2 decades of experience working with Fortune 500 Global Financial Services companies, she has coached over 1500 high-performing leaders, executives, and business owners. But she’s not stopping there! With a goal of empowering 500,000, Felecia is on a mission to help burnt-out Professionals, business owners, and leaders reclaim their power while creating a profitable legacy. Her proven strategies, tools, and business acumen can help anyone level up their life or business on their own terms.

    Felecia Etienne Certified High-Performance Success Coach & Business & Life Strategist
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    The Shine to FIVE Movement is a group Coaching program to help women-identified professionals focus on and grow their side hustles through Coaching, Community and Accountability. Registration will be reopening for April so join the VIP list to be the first to find out when the details are released!
    Does the thought of quitting your 9to5 for your side hustle excite AND scare you at the same time? Do you feel like you'll put in all this money just for it to fail? It's time to overcome that fear of failure... Fear of judgment... Fear of losing control! You want to be in control of your time and have YOUR OWN thing! That's where The Shine to FIVE Movement comes in! Find out more and join the VIP list hereto be the first to know when doors open up again in July!
    Speaking of losing money, where does this FEAR come from? There's definitely a deeper story there, right? Have you ever thought about your Money Mindset (aka your relationship with Money and the stories you have about it)? Join our mailing list here to get an easy exercise that will change how you feel about MONEY!
    And as ALWAYS - I am just a click away and ready to chat with you privately (for only 15 mins) about what's next on your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!

    Be sure to let me know how you're doing in a DM! Find me on Instagram
    Have a ...

    • 30 min
    In My Business: How navigating difficult conversations at my 9to5 prepared me for Entrepreneurship.

    In My Business: How navigating difficult conversations at my 9to5 prepared me for Entrepreneurship.

    Thinking about leaving your 9to5? Have you ever had to have DIFFICULT conversations? So, ask yourself, can you pick up on verbal cues? Because knowing how to objectively listen and adapt your communication is only half of the battle. 

    In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers, you'll hear:
    •the unexpected similarities between negotiating with an employee and a client.
    •the BIGGEST lesson that I learned about myself through having difficult conversations.
    •what navigating a difficult situation at your 9to5 can reveal about your long-term goal as an Entrepreneur.
    The Shine to FIVE Movement is a group Coaching program to help women-identified professionals focus on and grow their side hustles through Coaching, Community and Accountability. Registration will be reopening for April so join the VIP list to be the first to find out when the details are released!
    Does the thought of quitting your 9to5 for your side hustle excite AND scare you at the same time? Do you feel like you'll put in all this money just for it to fail? It's time to overcome that fear of failure... Fear of judgment... Fear of losing control! You want to be in control of your time and have YOUR OWN thing! That's where The Shine to FIVE Movement comes in! Find out more and join the VIP list hereto be the first to know when doors open up again in July!
    Speaking of losing money, where does this FEAR come from? There's definitely a deeper story there, right? Have you ever thought about your Money Mindset (aka your relationship with Money and the stories you have about it)? Join our mailing list here to get an easy exercise that will change how you feel about MONEY!
    And as ALWAYS - I am just a click away and ready to chat with you privately (for only 15 mins) about what's next on your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!

    Be sure to let me know how you're doing in a DM! Find me on Instagram
    Have a ...

    • 20 min
    The benefits of hiring a Virtual Assistant for your Side Hustle, with Marsha Watson.

    The benefits of hiring a Virtual Assistant for your Side Hustle, with Marsha Watson.

    “Dream BIG, Write the Vision and Build the Empire…Hustle smart, not hard” – Marsha Watson

    When should you start thinking about hiring a VA? There are a few things to take into consideration when debating taking this next step and getting an assistant. Is it in your budget? What help are you looking for? The list can go on, but finding the right person for YOU can help take your business in the right direct!

    In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers, here's what is covered:
    •Why it can actually work in your favour to hire a VA.
    •How to find the right type of VA for your side hustle.
    •Who should NOT consider hiring a VA.


    Marsha is a Goals and Time Management Expert who helps entrepreneurs meet deadlines and achieve their goals without stress. She’s an online business manager; owns Divine Executive Concierge and Divine Greetings and Gifts.
    Her years of success in the industry have always been based on her passion for helping others and making life easier. She delivers with a pure heart, integrity, and love.
    Her inspiration to create Divine Executive came from overwhelming positive outreach and the vision to see others thrive and succeed. Trained as an Accounting Specialist and Life Coach, Marsha has a unique 20+ years in personal concierge, event planning, virtual assistance and gift basket creation.

    Email: marsha@divineexecutive.ca
    Instagram: @divineexecutive
    The Shine to FIVE Movement is a group Coaching program to help women-identified professionals focus on and grow their side hustles through Coaching, Community and Accountability. Registration will be reopening for April so join the VIP list to be the first to find out when the details are released!
    Does the thought of quitting your 9to5 for your side hustle excite AND scare you at the same time? Do you feel like you'll put in all this money just for it to fail? It's time to overcome that fear of failure... Fear of judgment... Fear of losing control! You want to be in control of your time and have YOUR OWN thing! That's where The Shine to FIVE Movement comes in! Find out more and join the VIP list hereto be the first to know when doors open up again in July!
    Speaking of losing money, where does this FEAR come from? There's definitely a deeper story there, right? Have you ever thought about your Money Mindset (aka your relationship with Money and the stories you have about it)? Join our mailing list here to get an easy exercise that will change how you feel about MONEY!
    And as ALWAYS - I am just a click away and ready to chat with you privately (for only 15 mins) about what's next on your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!

    Be sure to let me know how you're doing in a DM! Find me on Instagram
    Have a ...

    • 24 min
    How knowing your Ideal Client will help you to attract your Target Client.

    How knowing your Ideal Client will help you to attract your Target Client.

    Do you really know who your IDEAL client is? Is there such a thing as an ideal client? There are question you can ask yourself to ensure that your client benefits from you and that it is a great match. As there is nothing that can truly be perfect, let's establish a way to NOT work harder, but work SMARTER to get the right client for YOU!

    In this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers, you'll hear how to:
    - The difference between Ideal Client and Target Client.
    - What you should look for in a Target Client.
    - How and where to find your Target Client.
    - How to ensure your Target Client is HAPPY.

    Does your 9to5 keep you so busy that you don't have time for your side hustle? Do you feel like you'll put in all this money just for it to fail? It's time to overcome that fear of failure... Fear of judgment... Fear of losing control! You want to reclaim your time and make an impact with what you do! That's where The Shine to FIVE™ Movement comes in! Find out more and join the VIP list here TODAY to be the first to know when doors open up again BRIEFLY for Q2!
    The Shine to FIVE Movement is a group Coaching program to help women-identified professionals focus on and grow their side hustles through Coaching, Community and Accountability. Registration will be reopening for April so join the VIP list to be the first to find out when the details are released!
    Does the thought of quitting your 9to5 for your side hustle excite AND scare you at the same time? Do you feel like you'll put in all this money just for it to fail? It's time to overcome that fear of failure... Fear of judgment... Fear of losing control! You want to be in control of your time and have YOUR OWN thing! That's where The Shine to FIVE Movement comes in! Find out more and join the VIP list hereto be the first to know when doors open up again in July!
    Speaking of losing money, where does this FEAR come from? There's definitely a deeper story there, right? Have you ever thought about your Money Mindset (aka your relationship with Money and the stories you have about it)? Join our mailing list here to get an easy exercise that will change how you feel about MONEY!
    And as ALWAYS - I am just a click away and ready to chat with you privately (for only 15 mins) about what's next on your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!

    Be sure to let me know how you're doing in a DM! Find me on Instagram
    Have a ...

    • 12 min
    How to use Pinterest to grow your Business, with Presh Rodgers.

    How to use Pinterest to grow your Business, with Presh Rodgers.

    "Always give yourself grace, ease and flow, because you don't need to hustle in order to be successful" - Presh Rodgers.

    Did you know that there's more to Pinterest than finding inspiration for your wardrobe, home or travel? It can be a great discovery tool for your Business, without having to constantly churn out new content that is expected on some other social media platforms.

    Your content becomes evergreen, and you can continue to land in front of a new audience... Even after you stop working on it!

    I feel like by the end of this The Shine to FIVE™ for Side Hustlers Podcast episode with Presh Rodgers, Pinterest Badass, you're going to change your mind about the conventional marketing methods and want to give Pinterest a shot.

    In this episode, we go into

    - What you need to do before you get started on Pinterest.
    - 3 things Pinterest is great for (getting more eyes on content, growing email list, increasing visibility.
    - Common mistakes to avoid as a business user. 
    - How Pinterest Ads can double, triple, or 10x your email list.


    Presh Rodgers is a Pinterest Marketing Expert & Ads Specialist (or Pinterest Badass for short) and the CEO of The Pinning Oasis - a boutique Pinterest Marketing agency that helps online coaches, service providers, & content creators pimp Pinterest to drive more people & profit to their business with and without Pinterest ads. When she's not giving out high energy, good laughs or sunshine vibes, you can find her sipping her favorite drink of the day, dancing around for fun or watching her latest Netflix binge.

    Connect with Presh:
    www.thepinningoasis.com
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    and of course... Pinterest!

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    The Shine to FIVE Movement is a group Coaching program to help women-identified professionals focus on and grow their side hustles through Coaching, Community and Accountability. Registration will be reopening for April so join the VIP list to be the first to find out when the details are released!
    Does the thought of quitting your 9to5 for your side hustle excite AND scare you at the same time? Do you feel like you'll put in all this money just for it to fail? It's time to overcome that fear of failure... Fear of judgment... Fear of losing control! You want to be in control of your time and have YOUR OWN thing! That's where The Shine to FIVE Movement comes in! Find out more and join the VIP list hereto be the first to know when doors open up again in July!
    Speaking of losing money, where does this FEAR come from? There's definitely a deeper story there, right? Have you ever thought about your Money Mindset (aka your relationship with Money and the stories you have about it)? Join our mailing list here to get an easy exercise that will change how you feel about MONEY!
    And as ALWAYS - I am just a click away and ready to chat with you privately (for only 15 mins) about what's next on your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!

    Be sure to let me know how you're doing in a DM! Find me on Instagram
    Have a ...

    • 30 min
    In My Business: 3 Hacks that help me when I need to feel Motivated.

    In My Business: 3 Hacks that help me when I need to feel Motivated.

    One thing's for sure - being an Entrepreneur is TOUGH. And that means that there will be times that you just can't seem to get moving. Or want to, for that matter.

    While it's GREAT to hire a Coach, it still has to start with YOU. But what do you do when you don't want to DO anything?

    Well since you're In My Business again in this episode of The Shine to FIVE™ Method for Side Hustlers, you know that I won't shy away from sharing what I like to do when I find myself in that slump. (It happens to the best of us, my friend).

    By the time you're done listening you will:

    - understand the importance of leaning on your vulnerability.
    - have easy ways to get yourself pumped and ready for results.
    - an alternative method that involves leaning on your spiritual self for motivation.

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    Does your 9to5 keep you so busy that you don't have time for your side hustle? Do you feel like you'll put in all this money just for it to fail? It's time to overcome that fear of failure... Fear of judgment... Fear of losing control! You want to reclaim your time and make an impact with what you do! That's where The Shine to FIVE™ Movement! Find out more and join the waitlist here to be the first to know when doors open up again for Q2!

    You can get FREE ACCESS to my How to become your OWN Boss Masterclass for the entire month of February when you sign up here! In this Masterclass, I teach you how to create a 3D Exit Strategy™ (Decide, Dedicate, Depart) to help you to better manage your time and expectations to follow through with starting or growing your side hustle so you can ultimately leave your 9to5 for good!
    The Shine to FIVE Movement is a group Coaching program to help women-identified professionals focus on and grow their side hustles through Coaching, Community and Accountability. Registration will be reopening for April so join the VIP list to be the first to find out when the details are released!
    Does the thought of quitting your 9to5 for your side hustle excite AND scare you at the same time? Do you feel like you'll put in all this money just for it to fail? It's time to overcome that fear of failure... Fear of judgment... Fear of losing control! You want to be in control of your time and have YOUR OWN thing! That's where The Shine to FIVE Movement comes in! Find out more and join the VIP list hereto be the first to know when doors open up again in July!
    Speaking of losing money, where does this FEAR come from? There's definitely a deeper story there, right? Have you ever thought about your Money Mindset (aka your relationship with Money and the stories you have about it)? Join our mailing list here to get an easy exercise that will change how you feel about MONEY!
    And as ALWAYS - I am just a click away and ready to chat with you privately (for only 15 mins) about what's next on your journey from employee to ENTREPRENEUR. You can ask about the 3D Exit Strategy™; it sets you up with a detailed action plan to help you grow your side-biz AND shift your Employee Mindset, so you can confidently leave your 9to5 within your desired timeframe!

    Be sure to let me know how you're doing in a DM! Find me on Instagram
    Have a ...

    • 16 min

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