Making Good: Small Business Podcast
Want to make money, do something you love, AND make the world a better place? You're in the right place. Making Good is the podcast for small business owners who want to make a big impact. This podcast is about two things: building a strong small business, and using it as a tool for good. We cover topics like marketing, business philanthropy, finding community, doing purpose-driven work, mindset - and everything in between. If you have (or want) a small business and life that make a difference, this podcast is for you. I'm your host, Lauren Tilden, ex-corporate marketer turned maker and shop owner. I'm so glad you're here.
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 36 minutes
- Episodes
- 320
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
179: Thriving as an Introvert in Business with Tara Reid
When the words ‘entrepreneur’ or ‘business person’ come to mind, who do you imagine? Often, we are told that people in business have the most outgoing, loudest voices in the room. My guest today, Tar…
178: 10 Ways to Get More Results from Social Media
Creating social media content for our business takes a lot of time. But how do you know if the time you’re spending on social media is actually creating results for your business? In this episode, I'…
177: How to Build a Regenerative Business with Helen Tremethick
One of my favorite things to do on this podcast is to share an idea or concept that is new to me and that I am so excited about. This is one of those episodes!
Today we’re talking about regenerative b…
176: How to Create Long-Form Content (+ 3 Years of Making Good!)
This week is the 3 year anniversary of Making Good! Hosting this podcast has been one of the greatest gifts of my life – truly, that’s not an exaggeration – and to me, it has really shown the magic t…
175: The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker (Making Good Book Club)
This was a fun one, dear listeners.
While The Art of Gathering is not technically a business book, it is absolutely one that can be relevant for all of our businesses and I really encourage EVERYONE t…
173: Values and Brand Messaging with Ashlee Sang
Get ready for another Making Good first!
Today’s episode is all about brand messaging: the what, why, and how… and how to actually apply it to your business. This is the first time we’re diving into …
172: Changing My Mind, Selling + Email List Growth (Marketing Q&A)
You have questions, and I have answers! In this Q&A episode, we discussed my tips for growing your email list, personal brands vs. business brands, social media schedulers, things I've changed my min…
171: Essentialism by Greg Mckeown (Making Good Book Club)
I've never felt so called out by a book! In this episode, Charelle and I are discussing Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg Mckeown. In this book club episode, we talk about what it…
170: A New Sales Paradigm with Jen Szpigiel
Today we are talking about something that many small business owners shy away from: SALES. And although it’s not always the most comfortable topic, it’s SUCH an important one, and so I’m thrilled to …
169: How to Quickly Grow Your Email List
In this episode, I'm sharing why email marketing is so important, and more importantly how we can QUICKLY grow our email lists (so we can see more email sales!)
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168: How to Make Your Brand Stand Out with Zuza Hicks
Today, we are talking about all things BRANDING, and how we can use our brands to really stand out. My guest today is the oh-so-talented brand designer Zuza Hicks of Nicely Made Studio. We covered ev…
167: 168 Hours by Laura Vanderkam (Making Good Book Club)
In this episode, we discuss the book '168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think' by Laura Vanderkam. This book about time management, and specifically -- how to make the most and best use of the 1…
166: Building a Gentle Business with Ashley Beaudin
In a small business world of hustling and stress, today’s episode is a breath of fresh air. My guest today is gentle business coach Ashley Beaudin. In this episode, we discussed what it looks like to…
165: Creating a Step-by-Step Small Biz Wholesale Plan (1:1 Session with Corinne Monaco)
I’m so excited to share a “first ever” for Making Good!
I sat down with a small business owner who’s just starting out, Corinne Monaco, the artist and owner behind Just Peachy Illustration. She also …
164: Copywriting with Intention (+ Personality!) with Zafira Rajan
If you’ve ever felt like you don’t know what to share with your audience, or like your stories aren’t exciting enough to share… today’s episode is for you.
My guest for today’s show is launch copywrit…
163: 10 Normal Things You Might Be Experiencing
If you ever struggle with doubting yourself, lack of motivation, consistency... or so many other things, you're not alone. In this episode I'm sharing 10 very common things you might be experiencing …
162: How to Become a ‘Go Giver’ (Making Good Book Club: ‘The Go Giver’ by Bob Burg and John David Mann)
In this episode, we discuss the book The Go Giver: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea by Bob Burg and John David Mann. This is a book that has been recommended to me a LOT over the last co…
161: 5 Mindset Shifts That Have Changed My Life (+ Business)
I often say that being a small business owner is the greatest adventure in personal growth that a person can go on.
We learn and we grow SO MUCH as small business owners. I am not the same person I w…
160: Legal Basics for Small Businesses with Larissa Bodniowycz
How do legal matters come into play for small businesses? What options are available for businesses with the tiniest budgets for legal? What mistakes do small business owners often make? My guest tod…
159: How to Create A LOT of Content (Without Spending All Your Time on Content)
I've talked with a lot of other small business owners and I know that there are two big pain points many of us have when it comes to content creation:
- Being consistent
- Finding the time for content crea…