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We’re on a mission to uncover the science of self-made success. Join host Akua Konadu each week as she interviews some of the most brilliant minds in business—digging deep into the details and uncovering the strategies that turned entrepreneurial dreams into reality.
The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, and get paid faster with HoneyBook, and have business flow your way.
Natalie Franke was the host for season one of the podcast.
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17: Leveraging AI to Grow Your Business with Tech Educator LaShonda Brown
Independent Business
07/12/23 • 47 min
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When it comes to AI, one of the biggest challenges that business owners face is discerning when to lean into this new technology and when not to use it. How do you take advantage of automation and streamline your business while still maintaining a fingerprint on the outcome?
On today’s episode, I sat down with technology educator and content creator LaShonda Brown to talk about this very dilemma. LaShonda does an amazing job of making tech accessible so that you can do more in your business and life.
The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
Review full show notes, resources, and transcript at podcast.honeybook.com
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Lara Casey
- Canva Verified Experts
- HoneyBook Pros
- Client Expectations Data
- Stream Yard
- Canva Magic Write
- Groove
- Body doubling and ADHD
- Mini Chat
Connect with the guest
Website: https://www.lashondabrown.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaShondaMBrown
The Bootstrap Club: https://www.lashondabrown.com/jointheclub
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lashondambrown/
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07/12/23 • 47 min

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28: Adapting AI and new technology into your business with Scott Wyden-Kivowitz
Independent Business
10/18/23 • 26 min
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Did you know that 60% of independent business owners are already using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in their business? AI has been the most talked about topic this year—making us all the more excited to dive deeper into what’s out there.
Today on the podcast, we are joined by Scott Wyden-Kivowitz, the Community Manager at Imagen AI. Scott joins us to share the benefits of AI, how you can adapt it to truly impact and improve your business.
The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
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- Website: ScottWyden.com
- Website: Imagen-AI.com
- Instagram: @scottwyden
- Instagram: @imagen.ai
- Podcast: Workflows
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10/18/23 • 26 min

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10: Self Discovery + Knowing Your Worth with Arielle Estoria
Independent Business
05/24/23 • 38 min
When we talk about the science of self made success, we're not just talking about sales, marketing, and data analytics. We're also talking about things that are difficult to quantify—the human being behind the business, the one whose heart and soul makes all of the magic happen—yes, we’re talking about you. In today's episode, we are sitting down with one of my favorite poets, authors and actors, Arielle Estoria, to dig into the process of unfolding to discover who you were always meant to be.
The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
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Resources mentioned:
- Buy black owned: The Unfolding: An Invitation to Come Home
- Buy from Amazon: The Unfolding: An Invitation to Come Home
Connect with the guest
- Website: https://arielleestoria.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arielleestoria/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/arielleestoria
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@arielleestoriaa
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05/24/23 • 38 min
8: How AI Can Transform Your Business
Independent Business
05/10/23 • 51 min
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the landscape of not only our future, but also how independent businesses are running. Dawn Richardson of Tech Savvy Creative is taking us on a deep dive of what this means for independents by sharing the big picture of AI and why you should be integrating AI into your business. She covers what beneficial tools are available to start implementing now.
The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
Review full show notes, resources, and transcript at podcast.honeybook.com
Resources mentioned:
- Techsavvycreative.com
- Canva.com
- Notion.so
- jasper.ai
- descript.com
- Beta.elevenlabs.io
- bhuman.ai
- openai.com/blog/chatgpt
- imagen-ai.com
- https://noty.ai
- rationale.jina.ai
Connect with the guest
- Website: techsavvycreative.com
Instagram: instagram.com/techsavvycreative
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05/10/23 • 51 min
7: Investing in Your Future as an Independent Business Owner
Independent Business
05/03/23 • 34 min
Did you know that 34% of independent business owners have zero retirement savings plan for themselves? It can be easy when you run a business to put things like saving for retirement on the back burner, because, frankly, you're busy. In this conversation, Ankur Nagpal and Jess Catorc, the cofounders of Ocho Wealth, join us to discuss why independents struggle with saving for retirement, share how we can reframe our mindset around creating wealth, and give you some tactical tools that you can implement today.
The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
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- Website: ocho.com
- Instagram:.instagram.com/ochowealth
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05/03/23 • 34 min
6: Your Voice Matters: How to Advocate For Your Business with Sharon McMahon
Independent Business
04/26/23 • 36 min
The majority of independent business owners do not believe that the government is doing enough to support them or even understand their needs. In this conversation, we are chatting with America’s government teacher, Sharon McMahon to discuss the intricacies of the government and how independent business owners can approach business advocacy.
Over the last few years, Sharon has used her platform to inspire, uplift, educate, and do an immense amount of good in this world. Listen in as she shares how you can use your voice for advocacy, where you go to communicate your requests, and how you can reach out to your government officials.
The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
Review full show notes, resources, and transcript at podcast.honeybook.com
Sources mentioned in this episode
Connect with the guest
- Website: sharonmcmahon.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/sharonsaysso
- Podcast: sharonmcmahon.com/blog
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04/26/23 • 36 min
4: How to Change the World from Where You are Now with Danielle Coke
Independent Business
04/19/23 • 44 min
Can you really use your business to change the world? Danielle Coke has certainly done it with her brand, Oh Happy Dani, a lifestyle brand and educational platform that uses artwork and resources to encourage hope, inspire justice, and make complex ideas accessible. Driven by her desire to help everyday advocates do good daily in their spheres of influence, Danielle shares how you can use your passions and skills to change the world.
The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
Review full show notes, resources, and transcript at podcast.honeybook.com
Sources mentioned in this episode:
- Report: 83% of millennials want brands to align with them on values, PR Daily
- 24 Gen Z Statistics That Matter to Marketers in 2023, Hootsuite
- The Funnel: Narrowing Down Your Action
- Ty Pentacost’s Mastering Dark Skin Tones Class
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04/19/23 • 44 min
5: 9 Stats Every Independent Business Owner Needs to Know with Akua Konadu
Independent Business
04/24/23 • 61 min
If you’re intrigued by data, today’s episode is for you. We’re discussing nine stats that every independent business owner needs to know based on the findings of the recent HoneyBook and Harris Poll survey on independent businesses. Akua Konadu joins us to discuss these important stats while also unpacking our own lived experiences regarding each.
The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
Review full show notes, resources, and transcript at podcast.honeybook.com
Sources mentioned in this episode:
Independent Business Survey (HoneyBook & The Harris Poll)
Episode 4: How to Change the World from Where You Are Now with Danielle Coke
Episode 3: Grow Your Business in a Recesion with Donald Miller
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04/24/23 • 61 min
3: Growing your business in a recession with Donald Miller
Independent Business
04/11/23 • 45 min
Is it a terrible time to start an independent business? Is there such a thing as a bad time to start a good business? As economic headwinds like inflation, rising supply costs, labor shortages, and so many other challenges that come with a recession impact our society, we’re all experiencing nerve-racking economic uncertainty. In this conversation, Donald Miller shares his own journey of growing from four employees working out of a basement to a $15 million operation in just six years.
The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
Review full show notes, resources, and transcript at podcast.honeybook.com
Links Mentioned in this Episode:
How to Grow Your Small Business by Donald Miller
Connect with the Guest:
instagram.com/businessmadesimple
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04/11/23 • 45 min
9: How I made a quarter million dollars in the creator economy with multiple revenue streams
Independent Business
05/17/23 • 50 min
How can creators set up security in their businesses? What is the future of work and technology? How many revenue streams should every creative business have? In this conversation with Jay Clouse, we’re going deep into the nitty-gritty of running a creative business. From managing cash flow to adapting to technology, he’s giving us a behind-the-curtain look into his success.
Jay is the founder of Creator Science, which helps you become a smarter creator. He previously led the community experience team for Pat Flynn and Smart Passive Income, designing their paid membership community and cohort based course programs.
The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, get paid faster, and have business flow your way with HoneyBook. Use the code PODCAST to get 20% off your first year as a new member.
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Sources mentioned in this episode
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- Website: creatorscience.com
- Instagram: @jayclouse
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05/17/23 • 50 min
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How many episodes does Independent Business have?
Independent Business currently has 40 episodes available.
What topics does Independent Business cover?
The podcast is about Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Podcasts, Small Business and Business.
What is the most popular episode on Independent Business?
The episode title '17: Leveraging AI to Grow Your Business with Tech Educator LaShonda Brown' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Independent Business?
The average episode length on Independent Business is 42 minutes.
How often are episodes of Independent Business released?
Episodes of Independent Business are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of Independent Business?
The first episode of Independent Business was released on Apr 4, 2023.
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