Cozy 10-min sales hacks


Hey Reader,

I rarely send emails on a Sunday, but I had a nudge from the universe to share some sales inspo with you on this idyllic fall weekend to set you up for future success!

Last Octobers, I out cleaning up the garden and prepping for winter... hands in the soil, messy hair, and completely unplugged from work.

Just being present with the dirt work that goes into eating from our yard.

I hadn’t posted anything groundbreaking that week and I wasn’t running a launch.

But earlier that morning, I’d sent a few casual DMs, replied to a past client, and re-shared one old testimonial.

It took me less then 5 minutes to do both.

Later that evening, I got a message:

“Hey, I think I’m finally ready to work with you.”

That’s the thing no one tells you about sales:

Often it’s the tiniest aligned actions that you take on quiet, non-launchy days like today that open the biggest doors for your business.

While I help build infrastructure and systems that scale... the truth is that sales often come from simple, aligned connections.

Not the viral Reel or the complicated funnel.

Those things help a lot, but all you really need are clear offers, steady connections, and confident energy behind the scenes.

So today, I’m inviting you to Join Me and take just one small action from this list of 5:

1) Clean up your IG bio. One clear line about what you do + a CTA to your offer or lead magnet.

2) Voice note a past or current client. No pitch, just say hi and check in.

3) Share one testimonial on Stories with “This is what’s possible” or “Proof > perfection.”

4) Record a 30-sec Reel for visibility: who you help + how + what they get. (Keep it human.)

5) Journal one belief you’re ready to release around selling. Then let it go.

Pick one.

Set a timer for 10 minutes and DO IT.

Want accountability?

Email with which one you chose so I can celebrate you taking action and if it's online, tag me in it so I can give it some love!

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And tat’s hhonestly ow soulful businesses grow.

One tiny aligned action at a time.

Aaaannnd, Save This Date!

if you want to get strategic (without losing the heart + soul in your business) before the holidays hit…

🎉 My next FREE class is Tuesday, Nov 4: Strategy + Soul: Aligning Your 6-Figure Systems

In this class, I’ll walk you through the essential steps to create a business ecosystem that scales without more hustle or tech overwhelm.

This is based on the system that I have followed for years to connect and grow my online business.

I'll be touching on:

✅ Clarifying your offers so they sell without force

✅ Building your middle engine for consistency

✅ Ensuring your top of funnel matches your lifestyle choices

✅ Creating consistent monthly revenue (with space to rest)

If you’re building towards the six figure goal in your business, or ready to clean up the chaotic back end of your business, you’ll want to be there.

👉 Save your seat here! REGISTER NOW

It’s free, and it’s going to feel like a strategic glow-up.

I know it's the weekend but I promise if you take one tiny step today, it will lead to unexpected growth in your not-so-far-off future.

Let's stop winging it and build with intention.

Stay cozy and know that I'm cheering you on always,

Deborah 💛

PS. Should I start dropping some nourishing fall recipes along with sales tips and strategy advice? I have seven thousand plant-based recipes inside my treasure chest and I often wonder if I should share them. I'm more focused on helping you make money but let me know ;)

Oh - and I now have one spot left for 1:1 coaching starting in November and I'd LOVE to help you build something incredible that you launch in January so message me if you're ready!



Deborah C. Smith, Business Coach, Marketing Strategist & Podcast Host

Hi, I'm Deborah, your go-to business coach for bespoke offer creation and simple technical solutions. I've been helping coaches, consultants and service providers monetize their expertise and and scale their online business operations for over a decade. In 2007, I built NYC's first ever mobile juice bar and grew that into a 7-figure citywide wellness and catering company. Our success was rooted in smart systems, strong relationships and understanding the power of sharing your story. I offer coaching as well as hands on technical support to move your business project from idea to income in a short amount of time. My work is for soloprenerus with a few years in business who are ready to invest in operations that align with their soul and easily scale. Please check out my podcast and join my list for weekly marketing tips and exclusive event invites!

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