Halfway through 2025, I woke up facing a massive decision that would change everything. An opportunity I'd been thinking about for five years suddenly became viable - but it meant scrapping our entire plan for the rest of the year.

In this episode, I'm sharing the exact 4-step half-yearly reset framework I used to navigate this crossroads. You'll learn how to identify what's truly working in your business (versus what you think is working), conduct a brutal audit of what's draining your resources, and make strategic pivot decisions with CEO-level confidence.

This isn't about chasing the next shiny object - it's about making calculated moves that amplify your existing success. Perfect for established business owners who need clarity on whether to stay the course or make a bold change.

What you'll discover:
• The "great ideas board" system that prevents costly distractions
• How to audit what's working vs. what's draining you
• The refocusing technique that cuts through decision paralysis
• When to pivot your business plan mid-year (and when not to)

Ready to stop second-guessing and start making moves that matter?

-Sal

Ever had that fantasy where your business suddenly blows up online and everything changes overnight?

In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Sjöblom—a digital growth strategist and operations expert—to unpack the real story of what happens when your business goes viral. Together, we talk about the traffic surge, the customer service avalanche, the unexpected pressure on operations… and the surprising truth that more eyeballs don’t always mean more sales.

Lisa brings her no-fluff take on digital scaling, and I share what I learned from my own viral moment—the good, the chaotic, and what I’d do differently next time.

If you’re building an ecommerce or retail brand, and dreaming of your “big break,” this is your reality check. Because visibility without preparation can cost you more than you think.

💬 We talk about:

• What actually breaks when your content takes off

• How to prepare your backend before growth hits

• The hidden costs of virality

• Building a business that’s built to last—not just built to go viral

Let’s get into it.

—Sal

What if your audience knew exactly when and why to buy—without you constantly reminding them?

In this episode, I sit down with Natalie Santini, founder of Sew Hungry Hippie, to unpack how she turned her loyal followers into paying customers—from day one. With no marketing degree, no fancy funnels, and no burnout, Natalie built an engaged community that buys because she shows up consistently, with value and joy.

Here’s what we cover:

• How Natalie “trains” her audience to purchase without being pushy

• The secret sauce behind her repeat sales and live selling success

• Her strategy for balancing life, business, and creativity

• Why authenticity + simplicity is the new sales strategy

This is for every business owner who’s tired of chasing sales and is ready to build a community that wants to buy.

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