Running Journal: Day 42
Donna Maria uses this Running Journal to share how physical exertion enhances her life and her business, one day at a time.
Donna Maria is an entrepreneur mentor, the founder and CEO of the Indie Business Network, and the host of the Indie Business Podcast and the Indie Business Retreat. She has been recognized as one of the most trusted voices for Makers and Creative Entrepreneurs. Her coaching and consulting enterprise trains thousands of new and evolving entrepreneurs every day.
Running Journal: Day 41
Donna Maria uses this Running Journal to share how physical exertion enhances her life and her business, one day at a time.
Vault Episode #189: Charlon Bobo [Podcast]
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The Vault is an archive of my first podcasts so there is a record for you to enjoy. Welcome to the Vault Episode 189 featuring an illuminating conversation with Charlon Bobo, known as “The Conscious Entrepreneur” or “The Conscious Copywriter.” As an empowerment mentor, entrepreneurial visionary, copywriter, editor, and online marketer, Charlon has left a…
4 Foundations of Meaningful Work
Donna Maria discusses 4 foundations of working with purpose: passion, creativity, flexibility and contribution.
Small Town Magic
I spent the part of my day enjoying small town magic near Charlotte, NC, where I live. My first stop was the Matthews Farmers Market. Today was opening day, and the energy and excitement was all around. Fresh herbs and vegetables, organic meats, savory muffins and sweets, handmade pottery, and even freshly made omelettes were…
Radio Show: My Interview with Marathon Runner Laura McClain
In this video and summary, Donna Maria summarizes her interview with Laura McClain, marathon runner, editor of Run Momma Run News Blog and creator of the Runner Momma Medal Rack.
Radio Show and Book Review: My Interview with Melinda Emerson
Donna Maria interviews Melinda Emerson about how to become your own boss in 12 months.
When Things Don’t Go As Planned
Donna Maria shares tips on managing the chaos of simultaneously working from home and parenting, especially when things don’t go as planned. (What the background in this video for a good laugh.)
Vault Episode #188: Laura McClain [Podcast]
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The Vault is an archive of my first podcasts so there is a record for you to enjoy. Welcome to the Vault Episode 188 featuring my interview with Laura McClain. Laura, a dedicated marathon runner and the insightful editor behind Run Mama Run news blog, brings a unique perspective on how running can forge robust family…
Runner Laura McClain On Indie Business Radio Tomorrow
Donna Maria previews mom and marathon runner Laura McClain as an upcoming guest on the Indie Business Radio Show.
Roasted Vegetables With Thyme, Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar
Donna Maria shares a clean, healthful recipe for Roasted Vegetables With Thyme, Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar.
Failure Is Not Failure, Unless You Make It So
In When All Else Fails, Fail, I shared my thoughts on the importance of deliberately making things happen, even if you know they may not work out like you planned. I recommend this approach based on my belief that failure is not failure, unless you make it so. When you fail, you may not accomplish…
Should You Reorganize The Categories At Your Blog?
Donna Maria shares simple tips for organizing the categories at your blog.
The Indie Business TV Set Is Nearly Done!
The Indie Business TV set is coming along. It’s not much to look at right now, but I just couldn’t wait to show you these cheerful yellow walls! Who wouldn’t want to be in here as much as possible? I plan to spruce things up so it’s a fun place for us to connect. Our…
How Disqus Can Help You Be Successful Online
Donna Maria shares how using Disqus and other blog content management systems create influence and help you expand your brand.
Expand Your Sphere of Influence With Twitter Hashtags
Donna Maria shares how Twitter hashtags can expand your sphere of influence.
Vault Episode #187: Melinda Emerson [Podcast]
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The Vault is an archive of my first podcasts so there is a record for you to enjoy. Welcome to the Vault Episode 187 featuring my interview with Melinda Emerson. She is the author of the book, “Become Your Own Boss in 12 Months”. CEO of MFE Consulting LLC, author, speaker, and small business coach, Melinda…
Fun and Learning This Week @ Indie Business
Before I get to the fun things coming up this week, I want to share how fantastic I feel after nearly a month of concerted effort to up my fitness game. I have surpassed my goal of 10,000 steps a day. I even took over 18,000 steps on Friday! I am enjoying running, just as…
Going Out of Business Success Story: Blooming Lotus
Like many small business owners, wife and mother Jen Denslow didn’t know what to expect in 2000 when she launched Blooming Lotus, a natural cosmetics company in Kansas City. But she did know she had a passion for creating organic skin care designed with the health of humans, animals, and the planet in mind, and…
How Do You Handle Requests For Free Advice?
Yesterday’s FaceBook Fan Page Question of the Day yielded some interesting discussions on the topic of balancing giving free small business advice with the need to guard time and trade secrets. I noticed a few helpful themes in the discussion), so I thought I would share some of them with you. Of course all small…
How To Fit In Fitness, And Still Get Stuff Done
On March 1, the first day I wore a pedometer, I took under 1,000 steps. Since health experts say that at least 10,000 steps a day are required to maintain an active lifestyle (5,000 steps a day is “moderately active,” and more than 10,000 a day are required in order to lose weight), I knew…