Maker Manager Money - Entrepreneur & Business Owner Inspiration
Hello there. Welcome to the Maker Manager Money podcast with Kyle Ariel Knowles. This podcast is about entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, founders, business owners, and business partnerships, from startups to stayups, to inspire entrepreneurs to keep going and future entrepreneurs to just start.
Maker Manager Money - Entrepreneur & Business Owner Inspiration
From Clarinet to Coaching: Tonya Lawson's Path to Multi-Passionate Entrepreneurship
Tonya Lawson is a multifaceted entrepreneur, professional musician, and SEO specialist who empowers other entrepreneurs. We talk about her journey and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way. Here are three key takeaways:
- The Importance of Diversifying Income Streams: Tonya shared her experience of relying solely on her music studio for income, which left her feeling vulnerable when her county considered discontinuing a program that allowed her to teach during school hours. This fear prompted her to diversify her income sources and explore blogging, online courses, and coaching. The lesson here is clear: don’t put all your eggs in one basket! As entrepreneurs, we should seek multiple revenue streams to ensure financial stability.
- Mindset is Everything: One of Tonya's most powerful insights was the significance of mindset in achieving success. She emphasized that everyone has the potential to create multiple income streams, but many people hold themselves back with limiting beliefs. We can manifest our ideas into reality by empowering ourselves with education, a positive mindset, and doing the work. This is a reminder that our thoughts can either propel us forward or keep us stuck—choose wisely!
- Authenticity Builds Trust: In today’s digital world, it’s easy to get caught up in social media's curated perfection. Tonya encourages entrepreneurs to be unapologetically themselves, sharing their successes and struggles. We can foster deeper connections with our audience by being genuine and relatable. Remember, people resonate with real stories, not just highlight reels!
Join us as Tonya shares her journey from a clarinet player passionate about music to a thriving solopreneur who helps others build diverse passive income streams. Discover how she transitioned from teaching at university to creating online courses, blogging, and coaching while emphasizing the importance of mindset and personal branding.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
- Tonya's unique background and how her childhood shaped her entrepreneurial spirit
- The importance of diversifying income streams and avoiding the "one income source" trap
- Strategies for niching down and building a strong online presence
- The key performance indicators (KPIs) to track for business success
- How AI tools can streamline workflows and enhance productivity
Whether you're a musician, a creative, or looking to escape the corporate grind, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable tips to help you on your journey to financial freedom.
Remember to check out Tonya's YouTube channel and website for more resources, and let's help her reach her goal of 1,000 subscribers!
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