In this inspiring episode, your host Cathy E. Smith dives into how you can prepare for your next chapter after a major life transition—whether that's graduating, switching careers, experiencing job loss, or entering retirement. Cathy shares practical, faith-aligned strategies to help you reframe your current moment as a divine opportunity, clarify your core strengths, and explore exciting paths like entrepreneurship, consulting, or discovering a new passion. She also lays out actionable steps for personal growth: from taking skills assessments and enrolling in online courses, to building a powerful personal brand and growing your network. Tune in for a motivating roadmap—and a helpful checklist—to step confidently into your next phase with clarity, purpose, and a community to support your journey!

Welcome to another episode of The After Work Entrepreneur! In this episode, host Cathy E. Smith dives deep into an often misunderstood topic: the key differences between coaching and consulting. Drawing from her personal journey towards becoming a certified coach under the International Coaching Federation, Cathy shares insightful revelations about what truly sets these two roles apart. She explores the core elements of coaching—including active listening, client-led agendas, and transformational growth—as well as the hallmark traits of effective consulting, such as subject matter expertise and results-oriented problem solving. Whether you're thinking about starting a new career, making a transition, or just curious about the skills that make great coaches and consultants, this episode offers practical takeaways to help you decide which path may be right for you. Tune in for an honest, experience-driven discussion designed to inspire and guide your next entrepreneurial step!

Welcome to another episode of My AWEsome Podcast! In today’s episode—the grand finale of our four-part series, “10 Profitable Methods for Making Money Online”—host Cathy E. Smith wraps up with a deep dive into three powerful business models: online coaching or consulting, YouTube or podcast monetization, and launching an e-commerce business.

You’ll hear step-by-step guidance on how to get started in each area, as Cathy breaks down practical action items, the pros and cons, typical startup costs, and clever strategies to help you turn your expertise or creativity into sustainable income streams. Whether you’re looking to sell your know-how, build an online audience, or open your own digital storefront, this episode offers actionable insights to help you choose the right path and take your next step toward online success.

So, grab your notebook, tune in, and get ready for inspiration (and proven tactics!) to help you monetize your skills and ideas online.