For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning

Actually, Ask US Anything, as Gina Johnston from The Planner's Vault joins the podcast today to tackle some big topics, like navigating a cash flow crisis, planning your exit strategy, making smart investments in your business, and reflecting on what we might have done differently at each stage of the journey.

And of course, how in the world do we balance (LOL) the demands of motherhood and working full time.
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Links Mentioned:
284. Ask Me Anything: Team Pay, Burnout, Tricky Vendor Situations & More!
Honeybook

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(00:03:38) How do I figure my way out of a cash flow crisis and feel like I'm on top of my finances again?
(00:12:57) What are the options for an exit strategy? And what does "exit" actually mean?
(00:19:30) What were some of the best investments you made in your company beyond the standard answers of courses and business coaching?
(00:25:30) What would you have done differently in each stage of your business? 
(00:33:55) What's your biggest piece of advice for juggling raising babies at home and growing your business at the same time?


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Hosted by Megan Gillikin, Weddings for Real is presented by The Planner's Vault, and is produced by Earfluence.

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Creators and Guests

Host
Megan Gillikin
Wedding Industry Coach + Founder of The Planner's Vault
Producer
Jason Gillikin
CEO and Executive Producer at Earfluence

What is For Real: Life, Leadership, & Unlearning?

For Real is a top 1% podcast for high-achievers who look successful on paper but feel like they’re one group text away from burning it all down. Hosted by Megan Gillikin - serial entrepreneur, business coach, keynote speaker, and recovering people pleaser - this show explores burnout, boundaries, identity shifts, and the brave act of unlearning who you thought you had to be.

With unfiltered conversations, “I thought it was just me” moments, and just enough humor to keep it from feeling like group therapy, For Real is your permission slip to evolve.

Formerly Weddings for Real - and glow-ups look good on us.