Independent Business Podcast

The science of self-made success

Season two streaming now

Data-driven deep dives, insider secrets, unpopular opinions, tactical takeaways

We’re on a mission to uncover the science of self-made success. Join host Akua Konadu each week as she interviews some of the most brilliant minds in business—digging deep into the details and uncovering the strategies that turned entrepreneurial dreams into reality.

The Independent Business podcast is powered by HoneyBook, the all-in-one clientflow platform for anyone with clients. Book clients, manage projects, and get paid faster with HoneyBook, and let business flow your way.

Featured episodes

Ep 20: The growth mindset it takes to make $250K a month

In this episode:

Dealing with the challenge of burnout
Adopting a growth mindset
Building trust with your audience

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Ep 17: Using AI and tech to mindfully grow your business

In this episode:

Using SaaS tools to achieve financial freedom
Figuring out what your customers really want
Finding the right tech tools for your business

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Ep 27: The secret to raising your rates and working with the right clients

In this episode:

What to do when a client isn’t right
How to know when to raise your rates
The differentiator that sets businesses that success apart

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How to advocate for your business with Sharon McMahon

This podcast covers:

Mindset shifts to help you succeed in business
How to connect with your government officials
What to businesses should advocate for locally

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Changing the world with Danielle Coke

This podcast covers:

How to align your talents and your passion to change the world
The challenges that large platforms with a voice can face
How to establish and stand up for what you believe in as a brand

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9 stats every business owner needs to know

This podcast covers:

Why people are quitting their jobs
The top issues facing business owners
What is costing you money

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Embracing Your Inner CEO with Ellen Yin

This podcast covers:

Overcoming challenges as a CEO.
The science of asking questions.
How to be innovative in your marketing as a CEO.

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Video Marketing: The Science of Showing Up with XayLi Barclay

This podcast covers:

The science behind why video marketing works.
How to use video in your clientflow.
Your next step to uplevel your video marketing.

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Growing Your Business in a Recession with Donald Miller

This podcast covers:

What businesses succeed during recessions.
The number one thing you should obsess about in the early stages of your business.
How to manage cash flow in your business to succeed.

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How to advocate for your business with Sharon McMahon

This podcast covers:

Mindset shifts to help you succeed in business
How to connect with your government officials
What to businesses should advocate for locally

Learn More

Changing the world with Danielle Coke

This podcast covers:

How to align your talents and your passion to change the world
The challenges that large platforms with a voice can face
How to establish and stand up for what you believe in as a brand

Learn More

9 stats every business owner needs to know

This podcast covers:

Why people are quitting their jobs
The top issues facing business owners
What is costing you money

Learn More

Embracing Your Inner CEO with Ellen Yin

This podcast covers:

Overcoming challenges as a CEO.
The science of asking questions.
How to be innovative in your marketing as a CEO.

Learn More

Video Marketing: The Science of Showing Up with XayLi Barclay

This podcast covers:

The science behind why video marketing works.
How to use video in your clientflow.
Your next step to uplevel your video marketing.

Learn More

Growing Your Business in a Recession with Donald Miller

This podcast covers:

What businesses succeed during recessions.
The number one thing you should obsess about in the early stages of your business.
How to manage cash flow in your business to succeed.

Learn More

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Reviews from our listeners

Honored to share new episodes weekly with listeners around the world.

"Love this podcast!! It's a must-listen for small business owners; it's such a great resource of experts sharing their knowledge to help entrepreneurs up-level their businesses. headshots attached!"

Laylee Emadi

Coach for Creative Educators

"As a small business owner with a day job, I'm always on the listening lookout for inspiring stories, new ideas, and ways to grow my business, especially while I sew! The Independent Business Podcast delivers just that — Natalie is a fierce advocate for small businesses."

Rachel Park

Creator, ParkPuff® seatbelt pillow

"These are the conversations we have all been craving! This small business Mama Bear Natalie Franke, combines science, compassion, grit, curiosity, and resilience with her wisdom to help us both define and redefine our human experiences."

Quianna Marie

Photographer + Content Generator

"These are real voices with real stories. This podcast is a FANTASTIC input on a busy day with my head down to keep the motivation flowing. Totally recommend!"

Kent Heckel

Internet video creator

Meet your host, Akua Konadu

Akua Konadu is a storytelling strategist, educator, and multi-passionate entrepreneur. She's the founder of not one but two businesses and knows first-hand what it takes to build something from the ground up.

As the host of the Independent Business podcast, Akua is on a mission to inspire and educate business owners to pursue their dreams, overcome obstacles, and build successful independent businesses.

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Upcoming guests

Brock Johnson

Instagram Growth Coach

Jen Olmstead

Co-Founder and Lead Designer of TONIC Site Shop

Lakrisha Davis

LinkedIn, Business & Content Coach

Natalie Ellis

Founder and CEO of Bossbabe

Interested in being a podcast guest?

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