If you’ve ever wondered how the heck you’re supposed to choose a business coach or if business coaching is even worth the investment, this episode is for you.

I’m joined by my longtime coach and friend, Eryn Morgan. Eryn is a business coach for brand, web, and graphic designers. We’re pulling back the curtain on the coaching industry, talking honestly about red flags, what actually matters when you’re investing in support, and how to find a coach who can help you grow a sustainable online business, not just sell you a shiny but empty promise.

We also get into Eryn’s own story: burning out, stepping back from her business, moving across the country, coming back to coaching in a more aligned way, and the behind-the-scenes of her “forever brand” that I got to design.

👉 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What to look for (and what to avoid) when hiring a business coach
• The difference between true business coaching and glorified life coaching
• Why your coach doesn’t have to be a designer but does need business experience
• How Eryn helped me refine my offers, pricing, and confidence as a CEO
• BTS of Eryn's big business pivot, burnout, and moving to Florida
• How we approached her rebrand to support her new direction and niche
• Why people-first strategy and relationships will always outlast trends
• What Eryn’s new mastermind for designers actually includes (and who it’s for)

🎧 Tune in for a candid, unfiltered conversation about business coaching, making big pivots, and building a design business that actually works for your life, not the other way around.

🔗 Links & Resources:
➡️ Eryn's Website
➡️ Connect with Eryn on LinkedIn
➡️ Learn About the Creative Autonomy Mastermind
➡️ Follow Morgan on Instagram @spechtand.co

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At some point in your online business, you’re going to run into a client situation that… just doesn’t work.

Maybe you need to fire a client. Maybe a client fires you. Or maybe you both realize it’s not a fit and decide to walk away.

None of those moments feel good, but they also don’t mean you’re bad at what you do or that your business is failing. They’re often where your strongest lessons around boundaries, ideal clients, and client experience are forged.

In this episode, I’m sharing three real stories from my own business:

• The first time I had to fire a client
• The time a client fired me
• And the project where we mutually agreed to part ways

I’ll walk you through what actually happened, the red flags I missed, what I’d do differently now, and how each situation helped me tighten my process, clarify my ideal client, and hold firmer, kinder boundaries in my business.

👉 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• How to know when it’s time to fire a client (and why it’s sometimes the kindest option)
• What to do when you’re the one getting fired as a service provider
• Red flags to watch for with difficult or misaligned clients
• How contracts, communication, and expectations can make or break a project
• Why boundaries make you a better business owner
• How to turn client breakups into data that strengthens your brand and process

🎧 Tune in if you’ve ever thought, “Is it just me, or is everyone else having way easier client experiences?” Spoiler: it’s not just you, and you’re not alone.

🔗 Links & Resources:

➡️ Follow me on Instagram @spechtand.co
➡️ Grab The Stand Out Brand Foundations Workbook
➡️ Book Your Stand Out Brand Strategy Session (use code SFBPOD for $100 off)

We’ve all wanted fast results. It’s human nature. And the online business world doesn’t make it any easier, with endless promises of six-figure launches and overnight success stories. But here’s the truth: when you build your business for speed instead of stability, it eventually breaks.

In this episode, I’m sharing why the ability to delay gratification might just be your biggest business advantage. From the classic Marshmallow Experiment to lessons from brands like Apple and Nike, we’ll unpack what it really takes to build a business that lasts, and why playing the long game pays off in both profit and peace of mind.

You’ll walk away with practical ways to reframe your expectations, strengthen your strategy, and create a business that grows sustainably (not stressfully).

👉 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why chasing quick wins can sabotage long-term success
• How the Marshmallow Experiment applies to entrepreneurship
• Real data showing why long-term thinkers outperform short-term chasers
• How to balance short-term validation with long-term vision
• Five mindset shifts to help you stay patient, consistent, and strategic

🎧 Tune in if you’ve ever felt “behind” in your business. This episode will remind you that slow growth is still growth.