The 3 Revenue Ceiling Mistakes That Keep Wellness Practitioners Stuck
If you’ve ever felt stuck at the same income level month after month, no matter how hard you work, this episode is for you. I’m walking you through my brand-new free guide, designed for coaches, therapists, and wellness professionals who are ready to scale ethically, sustainably, and with less overwhelm. You’ll learn the real reasons you’re hitting that ceiling and how to shift the mindset, structure, and systems keeping you there.I also share three client stories that reveal the most common growth blocks - from ethical undercharging and the “solo service trap” to the endless cycle of strategy-hopping. Each one comes with powerful mindset reframes and actionable steps to help you create scalable income without losing your integrity or burning out. If you’ve been wondering how to grow your business and feel good while doing it, this episode will show you what’s really holding you back and how to break through for good. Here are the highlights:The “revenue ceiling” problem no one talks about (02:20)The ethically undercharging practitioner (06:10)Building a business that can’t scale beyond you (09:45)The strategy hopper identity (12:20)Mastery through consistency - the power of one strategy (13:30)The six hidden blocks keeping practitioners stuck (15:00)Introducing The Everyday Sales Accelerator (16:10)Get the FREE Guide: https://pollylavarello.lpages.co/3-mistakes/To find out more:WebsiteInstagramDownload the FREE Everyday Sales Machine GuideFree Quarterly Clarity Mapping ToolThis podcast is proudly produced by Wavemakers Audio
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No Plan B: Building a Career on Purpose with Nicole Gottselig
This week, I’m joined by Nicole Gottselig, a Canadian writer, editor, and storytelling powerhouse based in Berlin. Nicole’s a natural connector with over a decade in content creation, event hosting, and community building. As host of Connect with Purpose and former host of Hotjar’s Through the Looking Jar, she’s known for sparking real, human conversations that inspire action.We chat about money, purpose, and what happens when you stop waiting for permission and finally go all in. Nicole shares how stepping out from behind the scenes and showing up as her unfiltered self transformed everything. It’s an honest, energising conversation about bravery, burnout, and building a life that feels truly aligned.Here are the highlights:Nicole’s path from ghostwriting to brand storytelling (03:53)Manifestation before she even knew what it was (10:00)Finding purpose through helping others tell their stories (15:00)How losing her “dream job” opened new doors (24:01)The magic of showing up online - even when no one’s liking (25:08)LinkedIn visibility tips that actually work (30:13)AI, authenticity, and using your real voice (35:53)The power of being seen - and saying yes (42:45)Connect with Nicole:InstagramTo find out more:WebsiteInstagramDownload the FREE Everyday Sales Machine GuideFree Quarterly Clarity Mapping ToolThis podcast is proudly produced by Wavemakers Audio
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From Misfit to Mystic: Redefining Wealth, Worth, and Wild Freedom
This episode is one of the most moving I’ve ever recorded. My guest, Ebonie Allard, is a fulfilment coach and soul contract guide who helps midlife culture-makers decode the details of their soul contracts, integrate the shadows in their blind spots, and reignite their sacred spark so that they are fulfilled, satisfied and living to their full potential.We talk about resilience after bankruptcy, redefining wealth on your own terms, and what it means to stop chasing approval and start living fully as yourself. Ebonie’s honesty, humour and fire will challenge the way you think about freedom, success and the messy beauty of rebuilding from the ground up.We get into everything from human design and spirituality to the raw truth of friendships lost, businesses closed, and the courage to start again. Ebonie shows us that wealth isn’t just about money, it’s about synergy, presence, and living life in a way that feels whole. This conversation is your go-ahead to honour your own rhythm, create systems that support your art, and remember that you are the greatest asset you’ll ever have.Here are the highlightsThe teenage hustle that set Ebonie’s path (05:00)The truth about approval, masks and misfit energy (11:00)When business success still felt empty (16:25)Losing it all and choosing who to be next (25:00)Bankruptcy, betrayal and 12 weeks of reset (27:23)Building a “boring” business without being bored (34:14)Why you never have to retire parts of yourself (45:59)Connect with Ebonie:WebsiteInstagramTo find out more:WebsiteInstagramDownload the FREE Everyday Sales Machine GuideFree Quarterly Clarity Mapping ToolThis podcast is proudly produced by Wavemakers Audio
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Why Wellness Practitioners Struggle to Scale (And How to Fix It)
I just wrapped up my very first workshop for wellness practitioners, and honestly, it was such a game changer. After years of working with nutritionists, doulas, and therapists, it finally hit me how much I’ve been holding back by not creating something just for them. In this episode, I share the big lessons from that workshop, the common traps that keep wellbeing professionals stuck in the cycle of overworking, and the four shifts that actually build a sustainable business without burning out.If you’ve ever felt stuck between helping people and actually paying yourself, this conversation will give you clarity, reassurance, and a serious push to start doing things differently. Here are the highlights:The crack on the ceiling moment that made me refocus (02:15)The existential cycle of dread explained (08:12)The four shifts that make scaling possible (13:40)Why group programs aren’t as scary as you think (17:56)Two client stories that prove small tweaks change everything (20:10) Catch the replay here: https://pollylavarello.lpages.co/every-day/To find out more:WebsiteInstagramDownload the FREE Everyday Sales Machine GuideFree Quarterly Clarity Mapping ToolThis podcast is proudly produced by Wavemakers Audio
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What I've Learned From Recording Almost 150 Podcast Episodes
After recording more than 150 episodes, I finally sat down to share the biggest lessons podcasting has taught me. From battling imposter syndrome before I ever hit record, to realising just how powerful podcasting is for attracting the right clients, this journey has been full of surprises.I also talk about balancing solo and guest episodes, why being intentional with SEO and episode themes makes such a difference, and how bringing clients onto the show creates authentic, story-driven testimonials. Whether you’ve been podcasting for years or are still dragging your feet on starting, this episode will give you the clarity, strategy, and motivation to use your podcast as one of your most powerful business tools.Here are the highlights:The imposter syndrome hurdle I had to push through (01:05)Why podcasting attracts the most aligned clients (03:10)How to avoid “episode paralysis” and always have ideas (07:55)Balancing solo vs. guest episodes strategically (13:09)Why guesting on other shows can move the needle more (16:44)Using client stories as powerful podcast content (19:55)To find out more:WebsiteInstagramDownload the FREE Everyday Sales Machine GuideFree Quarterly Clarity Mapping ToolThis podcast is proudly produced by Wavemakers Audio
I am Polly Lavarello, an evergreen marketing expert, and welcome to Make More Money without Selling Your Soul. If you are a coach, consultant, or an online service provider, then this podcast is perfect for you.
On this podcast, you can expect to learn how to make money in your business with sales AND look after your wellbeing at the same time. So sit back, get comfortable, and enjoy the show.
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