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Run Your Damn Business
The unfiltered business podcast for women 40+ who are ready to step into their next era with more confidence, clarity, and authority than ever before. Hosted by Jan Ditchfield, an award-winning strategist with 25 years in sales + marketing, the show cuts through the noise and gets real about what it actually takes to run — and grow — a business as a woman in midlife. Each episode delivers grounded, practical conversations on confidence, boundaries, visibility, money, leadership, hard decisions, firing clients, raising rates, and showing up like the powerhouse you’ve always been — without the fluff, the sugarcoating, or the “girl boss” energy. Welcome to the boldest room in business. **Launching January 2026**
Episodes
349 episodes
065: Well, That Was a Mistake...
Sometimes the bravest thing we can do as entrepreneurs is admit when something isn’t working — even when it looks perfect on paper.This is the FINAL episode of The Business of Good.I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the hardes...
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Episode 65
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20:13
064: The Powerful Lesson Every Leader Needs to Hear About Second Chances
Have you ever heard a story that completely shifted how you think about leadership and business?That’s exactly what happened to me after this conversation.In today’s episode, I’m talking with Scott Gates, the founder of Awake Wind...
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Episode 64
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063: The Yes Path: How to Turn a Stranger Into a Supporter
You’re showing up, serving hard, and doing work that matters — but those yeses you’ve been working toward still feel out of reach. The truth? It’s not about doing more... it’s about following a simple, proven path that turns strangers ...
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Episode 63
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21:48
062: Behind the Scenes of My Annual Mastermind Retreat (and How You Can Create Your Own)
Ever wondered what really happens at a business retreat? In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my annual Legacy Mastermind Retreat — three days of courage, visibility, connection, and transformation.You’ll get a sneak peek...
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Episode 62
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20:38
061: 4 Pieces of Nonprofit Advice I’m Tired of Hearing
If you’ve been in the nonprofit space for any length of time, chances are you’ve been handed advice that sounded inspiring… but in practice left you spinning your wheels.I know I have. In fact, there are four pieces of advice I’ve heard ...
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Episode 61
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20:17
060: Why I’ll Never Write My Own Sales Copy Again
Sales copy can make or break your business. For years, I wrote all of mine—emails, opt-ins, and sales pages—and I thought I was doing just fine. But here’s a hard truth I had to face... even good DIY copy was holding me back.For the firs...
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Episode 60
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20:36
059: Want More Donors? Ditch Your Newsletter
If you’ve ever spent hours pulling together a nonprofit newsletter — only to feel like no one’s reading it — you’re not alone. For years, I felt the exact same way.Back when I was leading a nonprofit, the newsletter was my least favourit...
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Episode 59
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14:02
058: The Simple System to Collect Stories That Sell
Ever freeze up when it’s time to write a sales page, record a podcast, or share something on social — and suddenly you can’t think of a single story to tell? You’re not alone. Stories are the heart of marketing and sales...
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Episode 58
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057: Find Your Nonprofit Sweet Spot (In Just 3 Minutes)
I love a good quiz! But not the kind you find in the back of a magazine — the kind that gives you real clarity about your next move as a nonprofit leader.When I was running my first nonprofit, I spent years hustling fo...
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Episode 57
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056: The #1 Secret to Creating Content That Converts For Your Next Launch
Imagine this... You’ve got a program you’re excited to launch. You’ve been showing up for your audience, sending emails, posting on social, maybe even running a few webinars.You know your people are out there—but when it come...
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Episode 56
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055: She Chose Impact Over Algorithms — And It Paid Off (with Sarah Robertson-Barnes)
If you’ve ever wondered if you can grow a meaningful platform without chasing algorithms, follower counts, or cookie-cutter strategies… this episode is for you.Sarah Robertson-Barnes has done exactly that. As the founder of <...
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Episode 55
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054: How to Create a Launch-Related Lead Magnet to Boost Your Sales
Ever poured your heart into growing your list, only to hear crickets when launch day came? I’ve been there too—more than once.In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the 60-day runway I use to make sure my launches don’t just fe...
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Episode 54
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19:00
053: The Nonprofit Strategies Keeping You Stuck (and what to do instead)
Most nonprofits don’t fail because of weak missions or lack of passion. They stall out because they’re using strategies that simply don’t work anymore.When I was leading my first nonprofit, I did everything the traditional playbook told ...
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Episode 53
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20:04
052: Why LinkedIn Is the Secret Growth Tool You’ve Been Ignoring (and How to Finally Use It)
You’ve probably been told that Instagram is where you have to be, or that TikTok is the only way to grow fast. But what if the real secret to visibility, authority, and opportunities is sitting right under your nose… on Lin...
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Episode 52
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22:35
051: Why You Should Join a Mastermind
If you’ve ever wondered whether a mastermind could really move the needle in your business—this episode is for you.I’m pulling back the curtain on what masterminds are, why they matter, and how they’ve shaped both my own journey as a par...
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Episode 51
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15:35
050: Steal My 20-Minute Business Check-In to Finish the Year Strong
If you’ve been feeling the end of summer slump or wondering how to make the last few months of the year really count, this episode is your quick reset button.August is the perfect time to step back, breathe, and make sure you’re focused ...
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Episode 50
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15:53
049: You Don’t Need Millions to Make a Difference
What comes to mind when you hear the word philanthropy?If your brain goes straight to billionaires, black-tie galas, or foundations with marble walls... you’re not alone.But that version of philanthropy? It’s outdated—and...
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Episode 49
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14:56
048: The Beginning of Something Bigger: A New Chapter for TBOG
After sharing the story behind my evolution on my last episode, the questions started rolling in—DMs, emails, voice notes. “Are you still working with entrepreneurs?” “Is this just for nonprofits now?” “What’s actu...
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Episode 48
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20:40
047: Announcement Episode! 📢 I’m Finally Saying This Out Loud
Something’s been shifting behind the scenes… and today, I’m finally putting words to it.In this episode, I’m sharing the real story behind the pivot I’m making in my business—the moment that sparked it, the deeper reason behind it, and h...
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Episode 47
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11:32
046: What She Learned About Money, Worth, and Walking Away From a Career That No Longer Fit
What happens when you’ve spent your whole career doing meaningful work… but you’re still underpaid, undervalued, and quietly burning out?This week, I’m joined by Kim Kiel—a brand voice expert, copy coach, and former nonprofit pro who wal...
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Episode 46
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045: What No One Tells You About Starting a Nonprofit (But Should)
If you’ve ever felt called to create real change in the world—but ended up overwhelmed, burned out, or unsure of where to start—this episode is for you.I’m pulling back the curtain on what it actually takes to lead with purpose....
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Episode 45
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11:57
044: Hate Writing Sales Copy? Here’s a Better Way to Do It
Hate writing sales copy? You’re not alone.For a lot of purpose-driven entrepreneurs, writing a sales page feels like stepping into someone else’s shoes—and not in a good way. The language feels forced. The tone doesn’t sound like you. An...
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Episode 44
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043: What I’m Doing Differently on Social Media (And It’s Working)
Feeling exhausted by the pressure to show up perfectly on Instagram? This episode will feel like a deep exhale.This summer, I’m sharing shorter solo episodes with actionable ideas you can implement quickly—because the season is ...
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Episode 43
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13:47
042: The Secret to Creating a Course You’re Proud to Sell
You care about making a difference through your business—and the courses you create are part of that mission.But what happens when something that should feel exciting starts to feel heavy, overwhelming, or misaligned?In t...
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Episode 42
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041: The 3 Sales Tactics I’ll Never Teach You (and Why)
If you’ve ever felt that tight, uneasy feeling when someone tries to push you into buying—this episode will help you understand exactly why.This summer, I’m sharing shorter solo episodes packed with actionable insights you can implement ...
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Episode 41
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