Episodes

45: The Fastest Way to Raise Revenue Without More Clients
Feb. 24, 2026

45: The Fastest Way to Raise Revenue Without More Clients

In this episode, Emylee dives into the challenges faced by service providers who are at capacity but eager to increase their revenue without compromising the quality of their work. Emylee shares insights on how to navigate th...

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44: What Happens When Your Visibility Outpaces Your Capacity with Shaina Longstreet
Feb. 19, 2026

44: What Happens When Your Visibility Outpaces Your Capacity with Sha…

In this episode, Emylee and Shaina dive into their plans for 2026, sharing insights on personal growth, business strategies, and the importance of aligning one's work with personal values. Shaina reveals her exciting new vent...

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43: The Membership Trap Service Providers Fall Into at Capacity
Feb. 17, 2026

43: The Membership Trap Service Providers Fall Into at Capacity

In this episode Emylee addresses the challenges service providers face when they reach their revenue and capacity limits. She discusses the common shift from one-on-one services to membership models and the issues that arise ...

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42: Scale Your Service Business Without Building an Agency with Eva Couto
Feb. 12, 2026

42: Scale Your Service Business Without Building an Agency with Eva C…

What if the goal of your business isn’t to scale into an agency, but to get paid well to do the work you actually love? In this episode, Eva Couto from Flying Colors Creative and I talk about staying in your craft, resisting ...

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41: How to Productize Without Turning Your Offer Into a Group Program
Feb. 10, 2026

41: How to Productize Without Turning Your Offer Into a Group Program

Join Emylee as she explores the game-changing potential of productizing your services. With her extensive experience, Emylee reveals how transitioning from one-on-one work to a "done with you" model can dramatically increase ...

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40: Case Studies, Referrals, and the Simple System You’re Not Using
Feb. 5, 2026

40: Case Studies, Referrals, and the Simple System You’re Not Using

Inbox overwhelm, metrics anxiety, and why service providers struggle to talk about results without feeling gross. In this episode, Shannon Pruitt from Sunday Muse Design and I get into the real reasons so many service provide...

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39: The Truth About Custom Proposals in a Productized Business
Feb. 3, 2026

39: The Truth About Custom Proposals in a Productized Business

In this episode, Emylee dives into the art of scaling service-based businesses without losing the personal touch. She unpacks the myths around automation and productization, revealing how to create a repeatable system that en...

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38: The Most Overlooked Reason Clients Don’t Renew with Andrea Navas
Jan. 29, 2026

38: The Most Overlooked Reason Clients Don’t Renew with Andrea Navas

In this episode, Emylee sits down with Andrea Navas to explore the journey of entrepreneurship. Andrea shares her experiences from her early ventures in jewelry making to managing a thriving agency. They discuss the importanc...

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37: Why Your Positioning Is Attracting the Wrong Clients
Jan. 27, 2026

37: Why Your Positioning Is Attracting the Wrong Clients

Join Emylee as she delves into the transformative power of positioning and copywriting. With over a decade of experience, Emylee shares her journey from crafting every piece of content for a multi-seven-figure brand to develo...

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36: Automation Doesn’t Have to Feel Cold, How to Keep Your Client Experience Boutique with Gail Fraser
Jan. 22, 2026

36: Automation Doesn’t Have to Feel Cold, How to Keep Your Client Exp…

In this episode, Emylee and Gail Fraser dive into the world of systems and automation for creative service providers. They explore the common challenges faced by creatives in adopting tech solutions, emphasizing the balance b...

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35: Why ClickUp, Asana, and Airtable Aren’t Fixing Your Business
Jan. 20, 2026

35: Why ClickUp, Asana, and Airtable Aren’t Fixing Your Business

In this episode, Emylee delves into the transformative power of productization for service providers aiming to streamline operations and scale their businesses. She shares insights from her Sold Out Services program, emphasiz...

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34: “Stay in Your Zone of Genius” Is Not an Excuse to Ignore Your Numbers with Marissa Lawton
Jan. 15, 2026

34: “Stay in Your Zone of Genius” Is Not an Excuse to Ignore Your Num…

In this episode Emylee and Marissa dive into the nuances of business ownership, exploring the balance between intuition and data-driven decisions. They discuss the importance of intentionality in business, the evolution of pe...

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33: My “No New Assets” Rule: How It Changed My Business
Jan. 13, 2026

33: My “No New Assets” Rule: How It Changed My Business

In this episode Emylee dives into the art of refining your service offerings for maximum impact. She shares her journey of moving from a cycle of constant creation to focusing on perfecting a single, standout service. Discove...

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32: From Done-For-You to One-to-Many: Designing a Container That Doesn’t Cannibalize Your Premium Offer with Heidi Yarger
Jan. 8, 2026

32: From Done-For-You to One-to-Many: Designing a Container That Does…

In this episode Emylee and Heidi dive into the evolving landscape of service-based businesses. They explore the challenges and triumphs of pivoting in the industry, the importance of maintaining authenticity, and the power of...

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31: How I Signed $104K in 6 Months With Four Conversations (No Content Required)
Jan. 6, 2026

31: How I Signed $104K in 6 Months With Four Conversations (No Conten…

In this episode Emylee shares her personal journey of overcoming challenges and leveraging existing networks to drive business success. Discover how she turned four simple conversations into three paying clients and contracte...

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30: How to Plan for Profit, Cash Runway, and Hiring Before You Hit a Revenue Ceiling with Geily Romero
Dec. 25, 2025

30: How to Plan for Profit, Cash Runway, and Hiring Before You Hit a …

In this insightful episode of "Sell the Damn Service," Emylee and Geily (Haley) Romero dive into the intricacies of financial planning for service-based businesses. They explore the importance of understanding your numbers, s...

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29: A Quick BTS Update: Tech Stack Changes and Two New Things I Might Build
Dec. 23, 2025

29: A Quick BTS Update: Tech Stack Changes and Two New Things I Might…

In this episode, Emylee shares her journey of navigating through a challenging week of illness while staying committed to her publishing schedule. She dives into the exploration of new systems and tools for her tech stack, in...

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28: What Your Bookkeeper Wishes You Knew About Pricing, Cleanup, and Client Droughts
Dec. 18, 2025

28: What Your Bookkeeper Wishes You Knew About Pricing, Cleanup, and …

In this engaging episode, Emylee and Morgaine dive into the intricacies of money management and the emotional ties that bind us to our finances. From the challenges of bookkeeping to the personal stories that shape our financ...

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27: The Real Reason You’re “Falling Short” On Your Goals
Dec. 16, 2025

27: The Real Reason You’re “Falling Short” On Your Goals

In this episode Emylee dives deep into the art of strategic goal setting for service-based businesses. Discover how to leverage data-driven insights to map out your business's future, focusing on revenue streams that truly ma...

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26: Why Most Creatives Hate Marketing (and What To Do Instead)
Dec. 11, 2025

26: Why Most Creatives Hate Marketing (and What To Do Instead)

In this engaging episode, Emylee and Tania dive into the intricacies of transitioning from photography to digital products and copywriting. They discuss the challenges and rewards of pivoting careers, the importance of market...

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25: The Data-Driven Way I’m Planning 2026 (Yes, With Actual Numbers)
Dec. 9, 2025

25: The Data-Driven Way I’m Planning 2026 (Yes, With Actual Numbers)

In this insightful episode, Emylee dives into strategic planning for 2026, sharing her personal approach to setting goals and mapping out revenue targets. She discusses the importance of visualizing success, breaking down ann...

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24: Stop Renaming Your Offer: Do This Instead
Dec. 4, 2025

24: Stop Renaming Your Offer: Do This Instead

Join Emylee and Aiza as they dive into the world of offer branding, exploring how to create a unique identity for your services. Discover the importance of aligning your brand with your business, the journey of developing a s...

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23: Behind the Scenes of Scaling a Service Business Without a Team (My 2025 Breakdown)
Dec. 2, 2025

23: Behind the Scenes of Scaling a Service Business Without a Team (M…

In this insightful episode, Emylee takes us on a reflective journey through 2025, sharing her experiences, lessons learned, and the evolution of her business strategies. From mapping out goals for 2026 to analyzing sales data...

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The “Start on Instagram” Strategy Is Failing You
Nov. 27, 2025

The “Start on Instagram” Strategy Is Failing You

In this engaging episode, Emylee and Rebecca dive into the world of creative entrepreneurship, sharing personal stories and insights from their journeys. From the importance of owning your digital space to the evolving landsc...

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