Marla BainbridgeRunning a business is tough—especially when you know you need help, but your budget says otherwise. If you’re trapped in a cycle of hustling, bottlenecks, and burnout, you’re not alone. But here’s the good news: you can break free, even before you can afford to bring on a full team.
Marla BainbridgeCollaborative Marketing for your Business. If you are a service-based business owner, you already know that marketing can feel personal, vulnerable, and even overwhelming. But you do not have to do it alone, and you do not have to be a natural salesperson to succeed. Start by showing up with value, seeking out aligned partnerships, and building a system of trust through consistency and care. Referral marketing is not just a strategy, it is a relationship. And when done well, it becomes a powerful way to grow your business while helping others grow theirs.
Marla BainbridgeMindset is the key to taking action
Marla BainbridgeIn a transformation-based course like my Refocus Your Retreat Academy, I want to see evidence of retreat leaders not just understanding concepts, but actively applying them to create more impactful, well-designed retreats. They should be able to demonstrate improved retreat planning skills, increased confidence in their abilities, and tangible improvements in their retreat offerings.