The Comparison Trap Scrolling through competitors’ feeds can trigger that pit-in-your-stomach feeling: They’re doing more. They’re growing faster. I’ll never catch up. Comparison doesn’t just waste time—it robs you of creativity, confidence, and clarity. The truth? You don’t need their audience or their strategy. You need your own. Every minute spent comparing is a minute…
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Know Your Numbers or Bust: Why Bookkeeping Beats “More Marketing” (with Melissa Brockton) We talk a lot about business development and marketing on The Seed—but here’s the truth: businesses rarely fail because of marketing. They fail because the owner doesn’t know the numbers. This week I’m joined by Melissa Brockton, founder of Busy Bee Advisors….
Stop Overwatering What’s Already Dead Have you ever tried to keep a dying plant alive, pouring water on it hoping it’ll come back? I’ve done this with business ideas, relationships, and strategies that just weren’t working. The hardest lesson? Knowing when to let go. Sometimes, instead of reviving something old, you need to plant something…
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How to Host Events That Build Community: From Coffee Chats to Summits Hosting events can feel overwhelming—budgeting, logistics, RSVPs, tech (the mic still makes me nervous!). But after co-hosting the Women Rising Summit with 250 incredible women, I can tell you this: when events are aligned with who you are, they stop draining you and…
When Competition Feels Personal When a new competitor pops up in your space, it can feel like they’re targeting you. Like they’ve stepped right into your lane, eyeing your audience, your clients, your hard-earned ground. It stings because your business isn’t just numbers—it’s personal. It’s your energy, your time, your heart. But here’s the truth:…
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From Living Room Pop-Up to 120 Locations: How Rhea Lana Riner Built a Consignment Empire If you love a good “started-from-scratch” story, this one will light a fire under you. This week on The Seed: Cultivating Growth & Empowering Women in Business, I’m sitting down with Rhea Lana Riner—the powerhouse founder behind Rhea Lana’s, a…
Dandelion Seeds Travel Miles—So Should Your Message Dandelion seeds don’t just fall straight to the ground—they travel. The wind carries them far and wide, planting new growth in unexpected places. Your message, your work, your impact should do the same. If you’re only talking to the same people in the same way, it’s time to…
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Breaking Free from Money Fears with Leisa Peterson Money. Just reading that word might make your stomach flip. If you’ve ever felt intimidated, overwhelmed, or even avoided talking about money altogether—you’re not alone. I’ll be the first to admit, my hand is raised right along with yours. That’s why today’s episode of The Seed: Cultivating…
The Best Communities Aren’t Built Overnight I didn’t wake up one day and poof—Dandelion-Inc was thriving. It started with a handful of conversations, a few brave first members, and a commitment to showing up, even when it felt small. A strong community isn’t about numbers; it’s about consistency and connection. It’s about building something that…
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Facing Fear and Rising Together: Behind the Scenes of the Women Rising Summit Let’s get real for a second—fear shows up for all of us. Whether you’re stepping on stage, hitting publish, or saying yes to something that feels bigger than you, that voice of doubt creeps in. And trust me, I’ve been living with…
