After building a seven-figure business, Gabs Hayes found herself completely burnt out—and knew something had to change. In this powerful conversation, Gabs shares what it really looked like to walk away from success that no longer served her, why awareness is the greatest gift of entrepreneurship, and how she now builds her business around sustainability, rest, and real alignment.

Tired of ghosting your blog and relying on Instagram 24/7? SEO strategist Mikayla Spencer breaks down how to start showing up on Google—without the overwhelm. We talk simple steps, sustainable strategies, and visibility that actually works for your life.

Links + Resources:

• • Get additional support and resources from me: www.seedandsol.com
  • Find me on Instagram: @seedandsol.co and @brandmemopodcast
  • Connect with Mikayla on Threads + Instagram: @commamama.co

• • Grab Mikayla’s Free SEO Checklist and learn more at: www.thecommamamaco.com

  
  

What if the key was breathing deeper?

In this episode, I’m joined by Emily King (aka: Em), a marketing strategist and certified breathwork teacher who helps entrepreneurs blend mindfulness with messaging for real, sustainable growth. After years working with major brands like L’Oréal and GSK, Em hit burnout hard and set off on a soul-led adventure that would change everything—from how she worked to how she breathed.

Together, we dive into:

• Why burnout often creeps in even when things are “going well”

• How breathwork can regulate your nervous system and your strategy

• The real reason your content isn’t converting (and what to do instead)

• The myth of the faceless brand and why alignment beats algorithms

• Using feminine energy to create a more easeful, intuitive business model
  

Whether you’re scaling toward six figures or trying to stay grounded while growing, this one’s for you.

Figure out your next move: www.seedandsol.com

Connect with me: @seedandsol.co and @brandmemopodcast

Learn more about Emily and her work: @_emnco |https://emnco.podia.com | @the_cwordmag

If your business finances feel messy or unclear, this episode is your starting point. We're breaking down the first (and most overlooked) step to building a more sustainable, financially confident business.

🎧 In this episode:

• Why your bank statement isn’t enough for financial clarity

• What to track instead—and how to do it simply

• The danger of mixing personal and business expenses

• The easiest way to start paying yourself properly

• How financial clarity fuels smarter growth

Connect with me on Instagram: @seedandsol.co and @brandmemopodcast

Find Samantha: @Firestormfinance

If you’re tired of feeling like you have to be online 24/7 just to stay relevant, this episode is for you. I’m chatting with Meagan Williamson—Pinterest expert and marketing educator—about how to turn Pinterest into a powerful, evergreen marketing tool that works while you’re off living your life.

Meagan shares how she went from school psychologist to digital marketing powerhouse, why Pinterest isn’t just for recipes anymore, and how to start repurposing your social media content for long-term growth. We dive into:

• The secret to high-value, save-worthy pins that boost your reach

• Using Pinterest SEO (without feeling intimidated by it!)

• The balance between nurture-based platforms and discovery-based platforms

• How to repurpose your existing content with purpose for Pinterest

• Real-life success stories (including how one client tripled their sales in 45 days!)

If you’re ready to get off the hamster wheel of social media and create a business that works for you—without burnout—this episode will show you how.

Connect with me, Quizzes, Freebies, + more: www.seedandsol.com

On Instagram: @seedandsol.co and @brandmemopodcast

Find Meagan on Instagram and her website

In this episode, I’m joined by systems strategist Hannah Murphy to talk about how she went from 3 to 27 clients in just six months—without burning out. She shares the two strategies that made the biggest difference (referrals and pitching), plus the systems, mindset shifts, and client experience upgrades that helped her grow sustainably.

🎧 We cover:

• How Hannah booked 27 clients in 6 months (on part-time hours)

• The referral system she still uses to grow today

• Her honest take on pitching—and how to make it feel aligned

• The systems + mindset shifts behind sustainable success

• • What to prioritize (and what to stop doing) when you’re scaling
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• [Quiz: find out what your next big move is]
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• Connect with me: @seedandsol.co and @brandmemopodcast
• Find Hannah: @withhannahandco

Ever wonder if your nightly glass of wine is doing more harm than good? In this episode of The Brand Memo, I’m joined by sobriety coach and bestselling author Sarah Williamson for an eye-opening conversation about how alcohol impacts our energy, confidence, and business growth.

Sarah shares how drinking less doesn’t mean missing out—it’s about gaining more clarity, calm, and connection (with yourself and others). Whether you’re sober-curious or simply wondering how to feel better in your body and business, this episode will leave you with so much to think about.

🎧 IN THIS EPISODE:

• How alcohol impacts your business success and personal well-being

• Why drinking less is about gaining more—not giving things up

• Simple mindset shifts to explore a healthier relationship with alcohol

• The surprising emotional and physical benefits of taking a break from drinking

• How to navigate social events without feeling pressured to drink

• Why stepping away from alcohol can strengthen your intuition and confidence

Connect with me:

@seedandsol.co and @BrandMemoPodcast

www.SeedAndSol.com

Find Sarah:

@DrinkLessLiveBetterDrinkLessLiveBetter.com

What does it really take to go from passion project to full-time income—especially when you’re the sole provider?
In this episode of The Brand Memo, I’m joined by business coach Kelly Sturtevant, who shares her story of scaling from virtual assistant work to building a multi-figure business that fully supports her and her family.
Together, we talk about navigating money blocks, showing up when self-doubt creeps in, and building a business that’s not just profitable—but aligned with the life you actually want.

Kelly gets real about the challenges of stepping into visibility, pricing your offers with confidence, and making bold moves—even when the stakes are high. This one’s packed with mindset shifts and practical strategies you’ll want to take notes on.

🎧 IN THIS EPISODE:

• How Kelly transitioned from side hustle to sole income earner

• The visibility fears and mindset blocks that keep entrepreneurs stuck

• What to focus on daily to move the needle toward 5-figure months

• The real reason you’re struggling to charge more—and how to fix it

• Ways to shift from survival mode into sustainable success

• How to decide between high-ticket, low-ticket, or both

• Money mindset reframes that help you feel good about your pricing

  
  

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