In this (spoiler alert) final episode of Unbound Turnarounds, co-hosts Mallory and Nicole reconnect to share some big decisions about the future of the show. As they reflect on their incredible journey, they revisit some of their favorite episodes from the past year and the moments that made them extra special.

 

Tune in for a heartfelt conversation as they close this chapter and discuss what’s next for Business Unbound and each of them.

 

For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

 

LINKS:

 * Connect with Nicole [https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeqb/]
 * Connect with Mallory [https://www.linkedin.com/in/malloryunderwood/]

44. Giving Ourselves Permission to Pivot with Mallory + Nicole

In this episode, Abby Hobbs joins Mallory to share what it's like to support small business owners from a project and account management perspective.

 

Abby works with the hosts of this show in a professional capacity and shares insights into the phases all teams go through and what makes supporting team members want to stay with you! Both Mallory and Abby also share mistakes they've made and how they remedied them. Make sure to tune in to hear this personal episode and apply learnings to your own dream team! 

 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 

 * How excelling at written communication can help eliminate meetings.
 * Why establishing and following clear boundaries heads off issues.
 * How mistakes can actually deepen relationships with clients.
 * Ways to keep awesome support team members. 
 * A framework to help you make decisions for business and life. 

 

For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

 

LINKS:

 * Connect with Nicole [https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeqb/]
 * Connect with Mallory [https://www.linkedin.com/in/malloryunderwood/]
 * Connect with Abby: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abbyhobbsindy/

43. Build a Support Dream Team with Abby Hobbs

In this week’s episode, Mallory is joined by Alejandra Ortega to talk about why systems are a key piece of any entrepreneur's support strategy and how to utilize them to ensure they are working for you!

 

For more than a decade, Alejandra has been supporting business owners in setting up automated systems to make their goals happen. Tune in to hear the main way to ensure systems work for you and why simplicity and ease should be your main focus when it comes to reviewing your tech stack.

 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 

 * Why systems are a manifestation of your company values and goals.
 * The critical way to design systems (hint, it’s not about everyone else)!
 * How to get started with systems and automation. 
 * Why systems aren’t the end all be all and aren’t one and done.
 * That you are a walking business and why that means support is critical.

 

For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

 

LINKS:

 

 * Connect with Nicole [https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeqb/]
 * Connect with Mallory [https://www.linkedin.com/in/malloryunderwood/]
 * Connect with Alejandra: https://alejandraortega.com/

42. Systems and Simplicity with Alejandra Ortega

Alexandra Phillips is a highly-accomplished executive leadership coach and member of the Forbes Coaches Council. "You don't need a coach to transform your business," Alexandra says right off the bat. "But, as a coach, I accelerate that transformation." 

 

She helps high-performing teams and individuals clarify their goals, create actionable plans, and engage in the purpose-driven work that feeds your soul and fills your pocketbook.

 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 

 * Strategies to elevate your leadership (even without a team) and drive impactful change.
 * The value of personalized coaching in accelerating personal and professional growth.
 * Techniques for 'optimizing yourself' and overcoming energy blocks.
 * How to give yourself permission to make new choices and prioritize yourself.
 * Why coaching is an emotional and financial investment in yourself. 

 

For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

 

LINKS:

 * Connect with Nicole [https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeqb/]
 * Connect with Mallory [https://www.linkedin.com/in/malloryunderwood/]
 * Connect with Alexandra: www.copperowlgroup.com [http://www.copperowlgroup.com/] or https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandraphillipscoach/

41. Optimize Yourself With a Business Coach with Alexandra Phillips

In this episode, Nicole chats with Jordanne Pallesen, the Founder of Julep Publicity, who brings over 15 years of PR and communications experience to the table. As a nurturing mother and a seasoned professional, Jordanne guides small business owners through the often-overwhelming world of public relations. 

 

She helps clients successfully execute PR campaigns, amplify brand awareness, and secure media opportunities that boost your authority. Jordanne shares her journey, the inner workings of Julep Publicity, and how you can access results-driven PR services.

 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 

 * The importance of honesty and transparency when telling your story.
 * Strategies for building up your credibility and exposure through the media.
 * How to extend your reach with self-serve PR platforms like HARO and Qwoted.
 * What engaging a PR strategist looks like, costs, and can accomplish.
 * Insights into Jordanne's subscription PR service for small businesses.

 

For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

 

LINKS:

 * Connect with Nicole [https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeqb/]
 * Connect with Mallory [https://www.linkedin.com/in/malloryunderwood/]
 * Connect with Jordanne: https://www.juleppublicity.com/ 

40. Small Business Public Relations Power with Jordanne Pallesen

Nicole sits down with Heidi Bossley, an Independent Healthcare Quality Consultant, to discuss the ups and downs of running your own business as a single woman. Heidi shares her journey of leaving a stable full-time job, taking a much-needed break, then diving into consulting. 

 

She opens up about the financial and emotional challenges of managing everything independently, and the hard-won lessons she’s learned along the way. Her story is one of resilience, prioritizing mental health, and redefining success on her own terms.

 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 

 * The realities of running a business solo as a single woman.
 * Why prioritizing mental and physical health over work is critical.
 * How to navigate financial independence in business and life.
 * When making soul-driven decisions without external validation makes sense.
 * The value of investing in meaningful relationships and personal passions.

 

For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

 

LINKS:

 * Connect with Nicole [https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeqb/]
 * Connect with Mallory [https://www.linkedin.com/in/malloryunderwood/]
 * Connect with Heidi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidi-bossley-2b68ba10/

39. Entrepreneurship for All the Single Ladies with Heidi Bossley

Join us for a chat with Jodie Strong, a certified bookkeeper and QuickBooks Pro Advisor with a passion for helping entrepreneurs make sense of their money. After overcoming personal challenges and rediscovering her professional identity, Jodie found her calling.

 

Learn how a bookkeeper can change your business for the better, make tax time less traumatic, and help you make informed decisions about your future.

 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 

 * How bookkeeping differs from tax accounting and why it's essential for small businesses.
 * Strategies for small business owners to effectively manage their finances.
 * Tips for fellow bookkeepers on creating efficient systems and workflows.
 * Ways to become your bookkeeper's dream client (so they can be your dream supporter).
 * The importance of balancing professional passion with personal well-being.

 

For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

 

LINKS:

 

 * Connect with Nicole [https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeqb/]
 * Connect with Mallory [https://www.linkedin.com/in/malloryunderwood/]
 * Connect with Jodie: https://jstrongbookkeeping.com/ or https://hughesandstrong.com [https://hughesandstrong.com/]

38. Behind the Numbers With a Professional Bookkeeper with Jodie Strong

In this episode, we dive deep with Sara Wiles, a leading expert in the Virtual Assistant industry who built a VA business that gave her the freedom and flexibility to be both a dedicated mom and a thriving entrepreneur. "Without support, you can't have balance!"

 

From signing her first client within 8 days to making $100k in 16 months, Sara's story is filled with wild highs, anxiety-fueled lows, and broken business "rules." Tune in to learn how Sara transformed her chaotic hustle into a balanced, profitable business model that allows for a life-first approach.

 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 

 * What a VA is, what they do, and why you (probably) need one.
 * How to "job shadow yourself" to onboard your VA for success. 
 * Strategies for delegating administrative, creative, and technical tasks.
 * How to find and pay for a VA through her matchmaking services.
 * Ways to create psychological safety and retain your VA long-term.

 

For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

 

LINKS:

 

 * Connect with Nicole [https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeqb/]
 * Connect with Mallory [https://www.linkedin.com/in/malloryunderwood/]
 * Connect with Sara: https://startandgrowco.com/matchmaking/

37. How the Right Virtual Assistant Lightens Your Load with Sara Wiles

Join us as we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Coley Arnold, founder of The Foundress—a thriving community that offers monthly meetings, intentional mentorship, curated speakers, and tangible resources to help women expand their success and impact.

 

Coley shares her experience as a busy mom and "serial entrepreneur" who has a unique knack for connecting women who GET IT. Discover how embracing community over competition (and getting off social media!) can swap guilt for growth.

 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 

 * The importance of embracing failures and struggles in shaping success.
 * How building a supportive community of women entrepreneurs makes you powerful.
 * Strategies to avoid burnout when turning your passion into a business.
 * How aligning your actions with your personal and professional vision mitigates guilt.
 * Insights on leveraging mentorship and community building to scale your business.

 

For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

 

LINKS:

 

 * Connect with Nicole [https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeqb/]
 * Connect with Mallory [https://www.linkedin.com/in/malloryunderwood/]
 * Connect with Coley: https://www.foundress.co/

36. Solve Your Guilt Complex Through Community with Coley Arnold

Co-hosts Mallory and Nicole kick off season four with a deep-dive into the support systems that make their businesses feel manageable, efficient, and enjoyable (most of the time, anyway). 

 

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical tips and heartfelt advice to help you make business feel better all day, every day.

 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

 

 * Why you need at least one person who "knows your whole story"
 * How a dedicated team can boost your efficiency and personal well-being
 * How pets can reduce stress, improve mood, and increase productivity
 * The benefits of having a "personal wellness team" and how to build yours
 * Why we cannot survive without Canva, Teamwork, and Dubsado

 

For more inspiration, subscribe to Unbound Turnarounds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

 

LINKS:

 

 * Connect with Nicole [https://www.linkedin.com/in/creativeqb/]
 * Connect with Mallory [https://www.linkedin.com/in/malloryunderwood/]
 * Dubsado 30% off first year or month code: dubsado.com/?c=moreyouagency [https://www.dubsado.com/?c=moreyouagency]
 * Workflow overview: https://www.moreyouagency.com/free

35. Friends Don't Let Friends Do Business Alone with Mallory + Nicole

Mallory Underwood (@bizunbound) · Zencastr

Mallory Underwood (@bizunbound)

Stop doing business alone. From surprise tax bills to operations overwhelm, juggling work and family to imposter fatigue, women entrepreneurs face challenges only fellow business owners truly understand. We're Nicole and Mallory, friends, confidants, and "business besties." With more than 13 years on the entrepreneurial rollercoaster, and 100 clients combined, we've lived the struggles, put in our time, and witnessed life-changing wins. And now, we are opening up our conversations to you! Unbound Turnarounds is a podcast all about the challenges most women business owners think about constantly—but rarely voice. Each season focuses on a different topic and features women with inspiring insights about money, time, systems, wellness, and much more. This is your safe space for the ups, downs, and the turnarounds. #getunbound