Shining The Light On Small Business

Yes, You Need A Business Coach!

In this episode, Yes, You Need A Business Coach!, Kelly sits down with entrepreneur and leadership coach Todd Halls to break down why working harder isn’t the answer to growing a business. Todd shares his journey from building multiple businesses to burnout, and how implementing systems, structure, and coaching transformed not only his businesses but also his leadership. The conversation highlights the importance of having the right people, clear KPIs, and an outside perspective to avoid becoming the bottleneck.

Owning A Lash Business

In this Boss Bitches series episode, Ashley Higgins shares how she went from dental hygienist to full-time lash business owner. What started as curiosity turned into a business built on trust, cleanliness, client relationships, and the courage to go all in. Ashley talks about taking the leap into entrepreneurship, moving into her own space, hiring help, learning from a niche business coach, and realizing that running a business is about more than talent—it’s about systems, pricing, marketing, and creating an experience people want to come back to. The takeaway: You do not have to figure it all out alone, and building a strong business starts with knowing your value.

What Editing Isn't Just Comma's? (Boss Bitches Mini Series)

In this episode, Kelly sits down with editor and writer Terra King to explore what editing really means—and why it’s so much more than fixing grammar. Using Kelly’s own book journey as a case study, they break down the different layers of editing, especially developmental and line editing, and how each stage shapes a book’s structure, clarity, and impact. Terra shares how editors act as translators between the author and the reader, helping bring ideas to life while preserving the author’s voice. The takeaway: great writing isn’t done alone—editing is what transforms a manuscript into something powerful and publish-ready.

My Mountain Town

In this episode of Shining the Light on Your Business, Kelly talks with Sharon, owner of My Mountain Town, about how her platform keeps Colorado mountain communities informed, connected, and supported. From emergency updates and wildfire information to local business visibility and community engagement, Sharon shares how My Mountain Town fills an important gap for residents and small businesses alike. The episode also highlights the value of showing up locally, supporting one another, and getting involved in the community you call home.

Take The First Step Its Not An Illusion

In this episode of Shining a Light on Small Business, a group of women business owners talk honestly about the unique challenges women face in leadership. They share real experiences, discuss imposter syndrome and fear of failure, and highlight how support, community, and visibility can help more women take risks and step into business ownership. The message is simple: you are not alone, and sometimes success begins by just showing up and taking the first step.