The Strategy Hour Podcast: Systems and Marketing for Service Based Businesses with Boss Project

Abagail Pumphrey - Business Strategist
The Strategy Hour Podcast: Systems and Marketing for Service Based Businesses with Boss Project

The Strategy Hour Podcast is a twice weekly show hosted by Abagail Pumphrey, Co-Founder & CEO of Boss Project. Join us for actionable biz strategies designed for creatives, consultants, coaches, agency owners and service providers looking to build a profitable and sustainable online business. We’ll nerd out on all things business, marketing, finance and all the challenges that life throws your way. Find show notes and resources at bossproject.com/podcast

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    I Went All In… Now I Can Retire at 45

    Financial freedom might sound like a lofty goal, but I’m here to tell you that it’s way more achievable than you think! In this episode, I break down how I started with next to nothing and slowly built a life that not only allowed me to plan for retirement, but also helped me create a lifestyle I could actually enjoy along the way. Join The Co-op - The Membership for Online Businesses Connect with Abagail Instagram All the Links! I’m not sharing this story because I want to brag about my financial accomplishments. Rather, I want to give you hope for what’s possible and show you just how far you can come in such a short period. By making small, consistent changes, building a business that doesn’t rely on you being glued to your desk, and planning with intention, you CAN turn your dreams of financial freedom into reality! Episode Highlights From Zero to Freedom: How I Got Started with Nothing [0:00:36]  Investing in Stability to Build a Life That Won’t Crumble [0:04:33] Building a Sustainable, Service-based Business [0:07:16] Why True Freedom is Freedom of Choice [0:15:22] How Hitting a Breaking Point Can Be a Good Thing [0:18:54] Your Roadmap to Financial Security [0:22:21] Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review The Strategy Hour Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to bossproject.com/podcast. Sponsors: Visit Indeed.com/STRATEGYHOUR for a $75 sponsored job credit. Use my link https://porkbun.com/StrategyHourPodcast and code STARTACHAT to get a .chat domain for less than $2 for the first year at Porkbun.

    37 min
  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    Making a Difference and a Profit: Inside Talitha Coffee’s Mission-Driven Business

    I’m so thrilled to interview two guests who are not only making waves in the coffee industry but also making a profound difference in the fight against human trafficking. Jenny Barber is the co-founder of Talitha Coffee Roasters, and her vision is to use the coffee industry as a platform to provide survivors with jobs, training, housing, healthcare, and counseling. Joining her is Mark Becklund, Vice President of Product and Growth at Talitha Coffee Roasters, who plays a key role in ensuring that every cup of coffee tastes great and contributes to the company’s true mission and goal.  Talitha Coffee - every purchase helps support survivors of human trafficking Join The Co-op - The Membership for Online Businesses Connect with Abagail Instagram All the Links! Episode Highlights Turning a Personal Experience into a Mission-Driven Business [0:02:59]  How to be Highly Profitable and Hugely Impactful [0:07:31] Participating in the Story and Scale of Talitha Coffee Roasters [0:15:02] Creating ‘Talitha’ to Center the Story of Survivors [0:27:14] Prioritizing Your Life to Make a Difference [0:38:50] Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review The Strategy Hour Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to bossproject.com/podcast. Sponsors: Visit Indeed.com/STRATEGYHOUR for a $75 sponsored job credit. Use my link https://porkbun.com/StrategyHourPodcast and code STARTACHAT to get a .chat domain for less than $2 for the first year at Porkbun.

    55 min
  3. OCT 31

    Everything You Need to Know About Our Biggest Sale of the Year

    Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas: We are getting into the holiday season! And while I am definitely making the most of this wild time, I also want to do everything I can to go into 2025 strong. Which brings us to the topic of today’s episode. Tomorrow marks the start of our biggest sale of the year, and I want to break down exactly what you can expect from it! Join The Co-op - The Membership for Online Businesses Connect with Abagail Instagram All the Links! Tune in to learn about the massive discounts we’ll be having for the Co-Op and our Digital Jumpstart Program, all through November until the 2nd of December. Whether you’re a total newcomer or you’ve done these programs before, there is something for everyone. You’ll also reap greater rewards if you lock in these discounts early, so the sooner you commit to this deal, the more you’ll be saving. This is so much more than just a sale; it’s your opportunity to step in 2025 with momentum and commit to your business growth for the long haul. Episode Highlights The Best Co-Op Deal Ever [0:10:19] Get In On Digital Product Jumpstart [0:12:25] Why Joining The Co-Op Is a Total Game-Changer [0:13:19] You Don’t Need to Do It Alone [0:21:00] Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review The Strategy Hour Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to bossproject.com/podcast. Sponsors: Visit Indeed.com/STRATEGYHOUR for a $75 sponsored job credit. Use my link https://porkbun.com/StrategyHourPodcast and code STARTACHAT to get a .chat domain for less than $2 for the first year at Porkbun.

    30 min
  4. OCT 29

    Behind the Scenes: How CEOs Make Decisions & Build Momentum In Their Businesses

    One of the most common questions I get is how I make high-level decisions, like what to promote and when. Today, I’m breaking that down for you. I know you’re juggling countless decisions in your business, and it can feel overwhelming. That’s why I want to talk about how you can go about these decisions in a way that aligns with who you are, what kind of business you want to build, and is supported by real data to get you results. Join The Co-op - The Membership for Online Businesses Connect with Abagail Instagram All the Links! It’s easy to look at successful CEOs and assume big decisions come naturally to them. But the truth is, they were once where you are now. They’ve just built up the experience to make it easier over time! Today I want to help fast-track that process for you by sharing some key considerations for making big business decisions. Episode Highlights How to Brainstorm a Big Decision [0:04:31]  Why There is No “Right Choice” [0:17:25] Building Momentum in Your Business [0:19:44] Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review The Strategy Hour Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to bossproject.com/podcast. Sponsors: Visit Indeed.com/STRATEGYHOUR for a $75 sponsored job credit. Use my link https://porkbun.com/StrategyHourPodcast and code STARTACHAT to get a .chat domain for less than $2 for the first year at Porkbun.

    31 min
  5. OCT 24

    The Hidden Patterns of Self-Sabotage Keeping You Stuck (And How to Break Them) with David Neagle

    What if the biggest obstacles to your success are all in your head? In this episode, I dive into the hidden patterns of self-sabotage that could be keeping you stuck with David Neagle; speaker, bestselling author, host of The Successful Mind Podcast, and founder of Life Is Now Inc. With over two decades of experience in personal and professional development (including working alongside Bob Proctor and Tony Robbins!) David shares his transformative journey from working dead-end jobs to becoming a successful entrepreneur, uncovering the mindset shifts that propelled him forward along the way. Join The Co-op - The Membership for Online Businesses Connect with Abagail Instagram All the Links! David’s insights into how our subconscious beliefs shape our reality and hold us back from reaching our potential are truly eye-opening. As someone who claims to be very self-aware, I was blown away by this conversation! If you want to learn how to recognize these patterns in your own life and break free from limiting beliefs, this is the episode for you. Whether you’re feeling stuck in your career, business, or personal life, stay tuned for practical tools to help you shift your mindset, take control, and start living the life YOU want! Episode Highlights The Role of Subconscious Programming in Self-Sabotage. [0:01:44]  Breaking the Cycle of Limiting Beliefs. [0:06:35] The Impact of Attitude on Personal Success. [0:09:50] Confronting and Conquering Your Sabotage Pattern. [0:14:35] Consciously Creating a Life of Desire and Purpose. [0:18:03] Embracing the Vulnerability that Comes with Success. [0:32:18] You Were Born To Be A Success David has prepared a complimentary download for you where he breaks down the #1 truth that will help you eliminate doubt and self-sabotage. He even shares an exercise on page 8 that’s designed to help anyone get really clear on what they want and pinpoint and remove their blocks currently getting in the way. You can grab it right here.  Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review The Strategy Hour Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to bossproject.com/podcast. Sponsors: Visit Indeed.com/STRATEGYHOUR for a $75 sponsored job credit. Use my link https://porkbun.com/StrategyHourPodcast and code STARTACHAT to get a .chat domain for less than $2 for the first year at Porkbun.

    46 min
  6. OCT 22

    Inside Scoop: My Holiday Promotions & How You Can Get the Best Deals

    There’s so much going on this time of year that it can slip by quickly, and I don’t want you to miss out on the BIG things I’ve planned for this holiday season. This has happened to me before. I had the best intentions to check in on some of my favorite creators to see what they had to offer during the holiday season., but then I got busy and missed out. There’s no going back in time, so I want you to know what’s coming this year and feel prepared to plan for it! I want to give you as much of a heads-up as possible.  Join The Co-op - The Membership for Online Businesses Connect with Abagail Instagram All the Links! Episode Highlights How the Co-Op Has Evolved and Why Boss Project is My Life’s Mission [0:01:48]  The Thousand-Foot View of How I Look at Business [0:05:48] Your Chance to Get the Best Deal Ever on the Co-Op [0:07:30] Even More Tools You’ll Get When You Join the Co-Op [0:11:06] The Tip of the Iceberg: Access to the Entire Template Shop [0:14:51] Value-based Pricing and a Preview of What My Amazing Affiliate Partners Are Doing [0:20:17] Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review The Strategy Hour Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to bossproject.com/podcast. Sponsors: Visit Indeed.com/STRATEGYHOUR for a $75 sponsored job credit. Use my link https://porkbun.com/StrategyHourPodcast and code STARTACHAT to get a .chat domain for less than $2 for the first year at Porkbun.

    32 min
  7. OCT 17

    Black Friday Success Blueprint: How to Plan Your Next Holiday Promotion

    Holiday season is fast approaching and if you aren’t ready to take advantage of the holiday push or Black Friday, you’re leaving money on the table! Stores are starting their holiday pushes sooner than ever before and sales that used to last a couple of days are now lasting weeks or even months. This can be incredibly overwhelming for small business owners because it makes you worry about how much you have to do holiday promotion-wise. I have seen what happens when you ignore the holiday sales and it’s not good. I truly think it’s possible to strike a balance between family time and taking advantage of a time when people are spending more money.  Join The Co-op - The Membership for Online Businesses Connect with Abagail Instagram All the Links! There are so many things that you could do and I would like to give you actionable tips today to help you during this time! If you want more of a step-by-step solution, I’ve created an entire Black Friday Holiday Prep Mini-Course so be sure to check it out! Episode Highlights Why is Leveraging Holiday Promotions Important? [0:03:40]  The Offer Versus the Promotion [0:08:05] How to Structure Your Marketing Schedule [0:18:41] The One Tip You Need to Maximize Your Visibility [0:26:09] Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review The Strategy Hour Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to bossproject.com/podcast. Sponsors: Visit Indeed.com/STRATEGYHOUR for a $75 sponsored job credit. Use my link https://porkbun.com/StrategyHourPodcast and code STARTACHAT to get a .chat domain for less than $2 for the first year at Porkbun.

    37 min
4.6
out of 5
282 Ratings

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The Strategy Hour Podcast is a twice weekly show hosted by Abagail Pumphrey, Co-Founder & CEO of Boss Project. Join us for actionable biz strategies designed for creatives, consultants, coaches, agency owners and service providers looking to build a profitable and sustainable online business. We’ll nerd out on all things business, marketing, finance and all the challenges that life throws your way. Find show notes and resources at bossproject.com/podcast

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