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Free Flights, 5-Star Hotels, & First-Class Upgrades: How to Book Luxury Travel Using Credit Card Points with Megan Lanford

If you have ever wished that you could afford to travel more, then today’s episode is for you! Today, we are joined by Megan Lanford, a woman who cracked the code for traveling for free (or close to free) to tell us exactly how she saves her family $20,000 a year! Megan has always been a huge travel junkie and eventually discovered travel points and she took six vacations that year because of them!

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How to Create a Block Schedule You’ll Actually Stick to

There’s a lot of research on how much more you’re capable of getting done when you’re doing similar tasks together. But how do you create a schedule that’s flexible enough? Block scheduling breaks up your day into dedicated blocks of time for specific types of tasks or activities. This reduces decision fatigue and stress and saves a ton of time!

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Million Dollar Advice: 10 Lessons That Took Me a Decade in Business to Learn

There’s no such thing as a right or wrong decision, especially in business. Hitting 10 years in business feels so surreal, and I’ve learned SO much along the way! Today, I share the biggest lessons I’ve learned over the past decade, the ones I really wish someone had told me when I was starting out. From making tough calls to leaning into my strengths, I’ve picked up some game-changing insights that have shaped not just my business but my entire life.

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How to Get More Done in 12 Weeks Than Most Do All Year

Imagine accomplishing a year’s worth of goals in just 12 weeks. That’s what I’m doing here at Boss Project and today I’m going to share my game plan with you! I want you to think of the concept of the 12-week year as a period of focused sprints rather than annual plans. This approach creates urgency and focus and allows you to see what’s coming in a tangible way.

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Fan Favorite: Design a Business That Can Run Without You

Today we’re sharing one of our fan favorite episodes in case you missed it! This is such a valuable topic– I’m sharing why it’s important to build your business in a way that can weather the storms life may toss your way. Bad things are gonna happen, it's just a fact. Let’s talk about how to keep your business strong (and not dependent on you personally) even when things get tough. It IS possible to create a business model that empowers you to prioritize your goals and can endure your absence if necessary.

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My Plans and Predictions for 2025

Originally, I wasn’t planning to share my plans for the coming year. Even though it can be tough to know what to share as someone who teaches other business owners to do what I do, I’m sharing this because I know this is going to work. I want to make sure that you have these reminders in front of you. You don’t need to make radical changes to your plans. But these ideas are truly what makes businesses in this industry scale. 

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Things You Need to Remember About 2024

As we get ready to close out the year, it’s natural to find ourselves at an inflection point. It’s the time of the year when we think about all the things we've done, all the things we would do differently, and maybe even some things we regretted along the way.

When I sat down to reflect on the past year, I felt a deep need to remember. To revisit lessons I’d learned before but was reminded of in new, impactful ways this year. These are lessons that aren’t just for me – they’re for all of us.

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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.

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

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.

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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. 

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Savings Strategies for Entrepreneurs: How Gina Knox’s Clients Saved $7.5 Million Dollars

In this episode, we break down tactical ways to approach cash flow, new ways to look at debt, and the money mindset beliefs you need to readdress to feel empowered to build the wealth you dream of! Gina also shares her unique perspective on some common industry strategies, offering you alternative paths to reach your financial goals. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this conversation will provide you with new opportunities to reassess the thought patterns and money beliefs that have been holding you back!

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What Women Really Think about Sales with Lisa Smith

Do you know what your customers really want? Or are you mostly relying on assumptions to drive your sales? In one of her latest studies, Lisa Smith did more than just survey her audience; she dug deep into the mindset and potential obstacles that people encounter in sales. Lisa has also generously made this work publicly available. She is committed to seeing others benefit from this information and will continue to grow the study in years to come!

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meet your host

I don’t believe there’s one right way to build a business.

I’m your host, Abagail Pumphrey. And I’m dedicated to supporting online businesses.

I’m here to help you build business your way: one that supports not only the life you have but the life you want. I’m on a personal mission to help you become financially free.

I’m talking about all the lessons learned as I turned a layoff into a 7-figure online business. I’m here to help you prioritize your life every step of the way, whether you’re creating your first digital product, growing an email list, or scaling an already profitable business.

I want to hear your hot takes, your biggest takeaways, or the genius ideas that pop in your head as you’re listening to the show.

My DMs are always open on Instagram, so head over and introduce yourself so I can get to know you!

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