123. The 8 Things I’d Do to Build a Successful Business in 2026

In this solo episode, I’m walking you through exactly what I’d focus on if I wanted to build a sustainable and successful small business in 2026 — without burnout, constant hustle, or overspending on things that don’t actually move the needle.We’ll talk systems, messaging, local visibility, social media, newsletters, SEO, client appreciation, and audience building — and how these pieces work together to create a business that’s profitable, personal, and built to last.The best part? Aside from software and a little swag, most of this is free. This is about putting money in your bank account, not just your Stripe dashboard.If you’re a small business owner who wants growth and longevity — and a business that actually supports your life — this episode is your blueprint.MENTIONED LINKS: Free newsletter templateClient Recognition Deep Dive Done For You Welcome Newsletters Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusinessTo learn more about The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click hereTo view all of my free resources, click here!

Cory Ruth is a PCOS expert who has helped countless women achieve a better understanding of their body, health needs, and identifying fertility issues that may be stemming from PCOS. As someone who has PCOS this conversation was so meaningful! Not only did we dive into PCOS but we discussed her incredible growth and Instagram strategy. Cory has truly built an amazing business based around educating women. Cory has been featured in Women's Health, Forbes, and Shape and she just published her first book! This episode is not to be missed!Follow Cory Ruth on Instagram HERE.Order her Book HERE.Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusinessTo learn more about The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click hereTo view all of my free resources, click here!

Hey Everyone!This is a perfect episode to kick off your New Year by reframing your financial mindset and entering 2026 with an intentional money strategy. I was able to host the amazing Founders of Wealthkind, Delana Bristow and Lexi Sidle, on the podcast. They specialize in helping women reclaim their financial freedom and create their dream life. Not only do they teach tangible investment strategies but they incorporate meditation and energetics into their holistic approach. I'm also so excited to be hosting them in The Friday Society Membership in February. I would love if you would join us to learn from these incredible women. Check out Wealthkind HERE to see their upcoming courses, mentorships, and workshops. Follow Wealthkind on Instagram HERE.Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusinessTo learn more about The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click hereTo view all of my free resources, click here!

Everything you need to know referenced in this episode: https://foreverfriday.co/bf25Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusinessTo learn more about The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click hereTo view all of my free resources, click here!

Guys! I am so excited about this episode! Ashley Iwanicki, the Founder of The Collective Studios and a member of The Friday Society Membership, joined me on the podcast. Ashley is one of the most intentional and strategic business owners I know! I absolutely love the way she approaches branding, marketing, hiring, and her vision for long-term success. We discussed all of this plus how she leads her team with a performance-based strategy and trains employees in real time to stay ahead of future growth.As many of you know, Ashley has an awesome social media aesthetic. Ashley joined us in the membership to give tips on social media strategy so make sure to check that out HERE! HERE is the amazing post we talked about on not hiring ding dong's.Follow The Collective Studios HERE.Follow Ashley Iwanicki's personal account HERE.Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusinessTo learn more about The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click hereTo view all of my free resources, click here!

Hey guys! This episode is a little different because it's a few snippets of an actual main training in The Friday Society Membership. This month we focused on diversifying our revenue streams so we can maximize our time and profitability. As a small business owner, there is nothing more important than having fun in my business and ensuring I'm not on the road to burnout. Figuring out ways to make the most of my time, and make the most profit, is what we are going to talk about today.If this episode is what you need to hear then check out The Friday Society Membership. An incredibly affordable marketing membership so you can have the business of your dreams. And of course, please share with a friend who could benefit from these marketing tips!Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusinessTo learn more about The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click hereTo view all of my free resources, click here!

Hey guys! This episode was so fun because I answered really great questions from TFS community. You guys have the best questions and I'm so grateful for how much you all interact and help one another within the membership. We touched on quite a few questions today plus gave a few life updates 😊!Here is what we discussed:Is ad investment in Pinterest or Reddit worth it;How to book a podcast guest;Should you remain an employee or branch out into entrepreneurship;How to make sales without selling and how to detach from the outcome;My favorite parts of owning Forever Friday Consulting;Marketing Mistakes - I share 3 really important ones!P.S. Here is the newsletter template I mentioned in the episode. This is free for TFSM members!If you have a friend who would benefit from listening to this episode I would love if you could share it with them. And of course, if you have any questions please feel free to reach out!Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusinessTo learn more about The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click hereTo view all of my free resources, click here!

The amazing founder and owner of Vida Sana Studios, Angelique Velazquez, joined me on the podcast. Angelique is a longtime member of The Friday Society Membership, friend, and incredible Pilates studio owner. I absolutely loved featuring one of TFSM members to discuss how she completely changed her business model, tips for navigating price increases, and the importance of taking time to rejuvenate yourself. One of the things I love about Angelique is how fantastic of an employer she has become. We discussed how to effectively lead a team and have open honest communication. This conversation has so many incredible lessons so be sure to listen!Follow Vida Sana Studios on Instagram HERE.Sign up for a Vida Sana Class HERE.Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusinessTo learn more about The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click hereTo view all of my free resources, click here!

Daniel Kosmala, the Senior Marketing & Customer Growth Manager of uScreen, joins me to talk about how to grow a successful digital membership model. We discuss strategies, challenges, and tools that are essential for sustaining engagement to build a thriving membership platform. I personally use uScreen to host The Friday Society Membership! We cover all of the features that help to grow my +200 members such as discussion boards, calendar, a personalized app experience, and so much more! Visit uScreen HERE! Or checkout uScreen's YouTube channel for tutorials and best practices HERE. Connect with Daniel Kosmala on LinkedIn or Instagram.Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusinessTo learn more about The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click hereTo view all of my free resources, click here!

How do you raise prices without apologizing? How do you make sure your new clients feel welcome? How do you avoid a few common marketing mistakes everyday brands (even your favorites) are committing? In this solo episode, I chat about a few recent client experiences I've had, tips for price raises and more. For a fun little surprise, DM me july2025 for a special membership promo! Download my app! It's a free marketing coach in your pocket. To keep up with me on instagram, follow me @alexagrowmybusinessTo learn more about The Friday Society Membership, click here To join my newsletter for free marketing advice, click hereTo view all of my free resources, click here!