In this episode of The Brands that Book Show, Davey sits down with Joe Sanok, author of Thursdays Are the New Friday and host of the Practice of the Practice podcast. Joe shares insights from his journey leaving a secure career in higher education to build a thriving counseling business, podcast, and consulting practice.

As always, links and resources can be found in the show notes. Check 'em out over at https://daveyandkrista.com/work-less-make-more-build-scalable-business-btb-255/. And if you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review over at Apple Podcasts.

Episode 255 - How to Work Less, Make More, and Build a Scalable Service Based Business

In this episode of the Brands that Book Show, we sit down with content creator and educator LaShonda Brown for an honest, inspiring, and wildly practical conversation about what it really takes to maintain a successful YouTube channel. Known for her 20-hour workweek and her empowering approach to tech, LaShonda shares how she turned her years of corporate video experience into a thriving online business—without burning out.

As always, links and resources can be found in the show notes. Check 'em out over at https://daveyandkrista.com/maintaining-successful-youtube-channel-btb-254/. And if you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review over at Apple Podcasts.

Episode 254 - Maintaining a Successful YouTube Channel

Instagram is more than just pretty pictures—it's a powerful sales tool when used with intention. In this episode of the Brands that Book Show, Krista sits down with Abigail Peugh, a digital product expert and Instagram strategist, to talk about how she’s leveraged the platform not only to grow her business, but to create real revenue and community.

Abigail opens up about the deeply personal journey that led her into entrepreneurship, including a family health crisis that pushed her to go all-in on her own business. She began her journey on TikTok, built a wildly successful account, and transitioned to Instagram after her account was deleted. Today, she helps thousands of creatives grow and sell through her online community and weekly resources.

As always, links and resources can be found in the show notes. Check 'em out over at https://daveyandkrista.com/sell-on-instagram-btb-253/. And if you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review over at Apple Podcasts. 

Episode 253 - How to Sell on Instagram

In today's episode, I'm chatting with my friend Laylee, about becoming an educator, and how to actually build authority as an educator. Laylee shares her thoughts on the importance of what you choose to share with your audience, and how to ensure that your message actually resonates with them.

As always, links and resources can be found in the show notes. Check 'em out over at https://daveyandkrista.com/craft-unique-teaching-style-btb-252/. And if you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review over at Apple Podcasts.

Episode 252 - How to Craft Your Unique Teaching Style

In today's episode, I'm chatting with Genna Blackburn about finding your signature style. Whether you're a designer, artist or any kind of creative, I think you're going to find a lot of wisdom with Genna.

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As always, links and resources can be found in the show notes. Check 'em out over at https://daveyandkrista.com/finding-signature-style-btb-251/. And if you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review over at Apple Podcasts.

Episode 251 - Finding Your Signature Style

Today's interview is with podcast expert, Jacob Bozarth, and when I say podcast expert, I mean it. We're chatting about what makes a podcast successful in 2025 and we hope you enjoy this interview.

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As always, links and resources can be found in the show notes. Check 'em out over at https://daveyandkrista.com/launch-podcast-btb-250/. And if you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review over at Apple Podcasts.

Episode 250 - How to Start a Podcast in 2025

In today's episode, I'm chatting with Dr Miriam Kirmayer about the importance of building connections. Miriam is a clinical psychologist, friendship expert and influential speaker on human connection and social support.

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As always, links and resources can be found in the show notes. Check 'em out over at https://daveyandkrista.com/importance-building-connections-btb-249/. And if you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review over at Apple Podcasts.

Episode 249 - The Importance of Building Connections

We originally posted a blog on this topic back in 2017 [https://daveyandkrista.com/working-with-your-spouse/], but since having kids, our rhythms look a lot different. Today we're chatting about tips for improving our communication, the most important part of working together and marriage in general.

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As always, links and resources can be found in the show notes. Check 'em out over at https://daveyandkrista.com/working-with-your-spouse-btb-248/. And if you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review over at Apple Podcasts.

Episode 248 - Working Well with Your Spouse

If organizing your business finances is on your to do list for the year, today’s episode is for you. I’m chatting with money expert, Shanna Skidmore, about how to set your business up for success this year.

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As always, links and resources can be found in the show notes. Check 'em out over at https://daveyandkrista.com/set-up-business-financial-success-2025-btb-247/. And if you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review over at Apple Podcasts.

Episode 247 - How to Set up Your Business for Financial Success in 2025

Today's conversation was inspired by an Instagram Live we recently did with Sophie Amelia Designs [https://www.instagram.com/p/DCHjonRonUZ/] to chat about working together as spouses. We're breaking down the practical ways we planned for and transitioned Davey, from full time high school teacher to master marketer.

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Episode 246 - Bringing Your Spouse on Full-Time

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A podcast for creative entrepreneurs who want practical tips and strategies to build engaging brands and craft high converting websites. 

We’re your hosts Davey and Krista, cofounders of a brand + website design agency specializing in visual brand design and Showit + WordPress websites.

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