Gratitude Geek Podcast hosted by Kandas Rodarte

Solopreneurs over 40: your energy is your most valuable business asset.
In this clip, Nicole Havelka shares why boundaries are survival, not luxury.
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September is Self-Care Awareness Month.
Three women solopreneurs over 40 reveal why self-care is survival, not luxury—and how to set boundaries without guilt.
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AI isn’t stealing from the skilled—it’s leveling the playing field.

On my latest Gratitude Geek episode, I share the 3 AI tools that actually move the needle in my business.

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"Your past doesn’t define you—your comeback does." – Robert B. Foster

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#Storytelling #SmallBusiness #Confidence

"People get stuck on the ‘what,’ but the real power is in the ‘how.’ How did you defy the odds? That’s what makes the story." – Robert B. Foster

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#Storytelling #SmallBusiness #Confidence

Lose clients by staying silent?

Robert B. Foster joins me on Gratitude Geek to share how storytelling can win clients, boost confidence, and grow your business—without hustle culture.

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#Storytelling #SmallBusiness #Confidence #GratitudeGeek

"If it's teachable and repeatable, it's probably scalable."
Franchise wisdom from Episode 283 of Gratitude Geek with Brittney Lincoln.
Even if you never plan to franchise, this mindset will transform how you run your business.
📌 Save this for when you're ready to grow.
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Can your business be franchised?
Franchise strategist Brittney Lincoln joins me on Gratitude Geek to break down how women entrepreneurs can scale with systems, soul, and strategy.  🎧 Listen:  kandasrodarte.com/283

“Doubt is not a dead end. It’s an invitation—to learn, to grow, and to support yourself through the wobble.”
– Dawn Ledet, Self-Trust Coach

We dig into this truth (and so much more) in episode 282 of Gratitude Geek.
🎧 Listen: kandasrodarte.com/282
#GratitudeGeek #SelfTrust #SolopreneurMindset

What if your self-doubt isn’t a flaw… but a clue to your brilliance?

I chatted with self-trust coach Dawn Ledet about why inner dialogue matters more than we realize—and how to flip that voice from critic to coach.

🎧 Listen here: KandasRodarte.com/282
#GratitudeGeek #SelfTrust #EntrepreneurLife

🎧 Listen to Episode 281: “Business After Cancer”

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#BusinessAfterBreastCancer #SolopreneursOver40 #GratitudeGeekPodcast

What does business look like after three cancer diagnoses? Deb Krier joins me on Gratitude Geek to share the raw, unfiltered truth about staying in business while your body is fighting to stay alive. We talk ports, Herceptin, burnout and unsolicited advice (you know the kind).

What if joy isn’t just a feeling but a fierce business strategy? In this new Gratitude Geek episode, I talk with veteran and transformational leader Kimberly Mitchell about rewriting beliefs, transforming money mindsets, and using joy to fuel true success. Listen now: kandasrodarte.com/280

Two Simple Meditations for People Who “Can’t” Meditate Think you can’t meditate? These two simple practices helped me find calm during breast cancer — no sitting in silence required.

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Jill Wright on Self-Care and Time Management for Busy Moms Jill Wright shares self-care and time management strategies for busy moms, including weekly planning, mindset shifts, and tools to thrive.

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"Clarity beats cash. 💥
Ahuva Gruen reminds us that knowing your numbers isn’t just about money — it’s about freedom.
Full episode for solopreneurs who want to stop spinning and start thriving: kandasrodarte.com/279
#FinancialClarity #Solopreneurs"

"Would you let your kids work for the wage you pay yourself? 🤯
Ahuva Gruen drops a truth bomb for solopreneurs who keep undercharging and overworking.
Watch the full episode and rethink your pricing mindset: kandasrodarte.com/279
#FinancialClarity #Solopreneurs"

"Earned media is unpaid media. It’s when a reporter calls and says, 'I have a story today, and you’re the one I want to tell it.'" — Michelle Rupp

The power of telling your business story on TV hits different.

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She televised her heart surgery to save lives and change the conversation on women’s health.

Michelle Rupp’s story is courage in action — and a masterclass in real impact.

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Talking Marketing Strategy & Laughing with Liz Scully Join me and Liz Scully on The Biz Book Broadcast as we dig into the 1-Page Marketing Plan and how it helps solopreneurs grow smarter.

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“If the work speaks to you, if you’re cut out for it, it’s the greatest job in the world.” — Paul Heitsch

🎙️ He started after 40. Now he’s narrated 380+ books.
AI can’t fake that kind of soul.

Episode 277 is up now: kandasrodarte.com/277
#GratitudeGeek #VoiceActing #SecondActSuccess #PodcastDrop

🎧 New episode drop!

He didn’t start narrating audiobooks till after 40. Now he’s done 380+.
AI can’t touch this voice.

Episode 277: “Second Act Success” with Paul Heitsch
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#GratitudeGeek #VoiceActing #Over40AndThriving #Podcast

"Life doesn’t have to be perfect to be amazing."
—Jeff Pearson, on surviving 7 brain surgeries and still choosing hope.

From Gratitude Geek Ep. 276 🎙️
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#GratitudeGeek #LaunchAndAdjust #InvisibleConditions #Hope #EntrepreneurMindset

Jeff Pearson says his mantra is “launch and adjust.”
Mine’s “ready, fire, aim.” Same vibe. One’s just a little more polite. 😉

New Gratitude Geek episode is out: Jeff shares how 7 brain surgeries inspired a movement to support those with invisible conditions.

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Want to stand out in 2025? Don’t fake it. Make it personal. Jason Zygadlo of Build.Your.Own.Brand. joins me to talk about how personalized video, authentic branding, and human-first marketing can help solopreneurs over 40 cut through the noise.
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He built a business around 10 words.

Jake Thomas writes YouTube titles that get millions of views—and in this clip, he explains why niching all the way down worked better than going wide.

#YouTubeTips

Avoiding Money Leaks in Business – Gratitude Geek Podcast Learn how to stop hidden money leaks, avoid tax mistakes, and build a solid financial foundation for your business with expert Roger Pearson.

💸 You might be losing money without realizing it.
On the latest Gratitude Geek, I chat with IRS Enrolled Agent Roger Pearson about the silent profit leaks draining your biz—and how to stop them.

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#Solopreneur #SmallBusiness #Podcast

269: Chris Troka on Making Automation Work Without Losing the Human Touch Learn how to automate your business workflows without losing the personal touch that keeps clients coming back, with guest Chris Troka.

How often are you following up?

Chris Troka joined me on the Gratitude Geek Podcast to talk about balancing automation with real human connection.

Worth a listen if your inbox feels like a black hole.

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#FollowUpMatters #GratitudeGeek

Why Title Length Matters for Engagement Title length significantly influences content performance across various platforms.

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