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The Business Lounge Podcast with Kim & Chris
Welcome to The Business Lounge Podcast! Each week we'll share proven marketing strategies to help you build an audience of buyers, create impactful content, and grow a profitable business without compromising on your values with your host, Kimberly Ann Jimenez!
Kim is an Online Marketing Strategist, Educator, Founder and Thought Leader in the online marketing industry.
Having worked with 33K+ small business owners & entrepreneurs across an array of industries over the past decade, Kimberly and her business partner Chris Michael Harris are obsessed with helping you level up your marketing game, and grow your bottom line.
They co-lead their flagship program, The Business Lounge, which teaches business owners & entrepreneurs like you how to navigate the confusing & often overwhelming world of online marketing and build an unapologetically profitable business on your own terms (and without compromising your faith, your family or your freedom).
Join us at thebusinesslounge.co
Episodes
131 episodes
Claude vs ChatGPT: Why Everyone’s Switching (and How to Decide If You Should)
Claude unexpectedly overtook ChatGPT as the #1 free app in the US App Store, and in this episode we break down what happened, why it matters for small business owners, and whether you should switch or use both. Stay tuned!
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Season 8
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Episode 17
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48:50
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Is Instagram Dead? The Brutal 2026 Truth About Reach, Revenue, and AI
Stop screaming into the Instagram void and start playing the game that actually wins in 2026! If your Reels are flatlining and your reach has plummeted, we’re here to tell you: It’s not you, it’s the data. In this sp...
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Season 8
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Episode 16
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53:03
How to Get Your Business Recommended by ChatGPT & other AI Tools (Not Just Google)
Stop chasing the algorithm and start winning the AI revolution! In this episode, we’re breaking down AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) so you can stop being invisible and start being the #1 recommendation on ChatGPT and Google AI.We’re di...
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Season 8
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Episode 15
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36:11
Is Email Marketing Dead in 2026?
In this episode, we deep dive into the email psychology behind 2-3x higher open rates than the industry average. We break down how to bypass the "AI-fatigue" in your client's inbox and write conversational copy that converts.If you're a ...
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Season 8
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Episode 14
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44:54
Amy Porterfield Closed Her Course Academy! What You NEED To Know
Last week, Amy Porterfield announced she’s shutting down Digital Course Academy, one of the most successful online course programs of all time. This isn’t drama—it’s data. And it confirms what we’ve been seeing quietly happen for the last three...
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43:57
How to Plan a $500K Year in 90 Minutes (The Framework We Use With Clients)
If you plan your 2026 business goals the same way you planned 2025, you’ll get the same results.In this episode, we break down why traditional goal-setting doesn’t work for online business owners—and share the exact 5-step plannin...
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Season 8
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Episode 12
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40:42
MASSIVE Tech Layoffs Are Here - Don't Snooze On Your Online Business Advantage!
Headlines love the drama of AI-fueled layoffs, but the real story is what this shift unlocks for small teams, creators, and service providers.🔗 Links Mentioned:🎙️
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39:54
Why Your $19 Hack Won’t Buy A $72K Client & What WILL (Answering Your Questions!)
Want to sell $10K+ offers without celebrity clout? Start by changing the way you think about content, trust, and where your buyers consume you.🔗 Links Mentioned:Marketing Makovers: Want us to review your marketing strateg...
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Season 8
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Episode 10
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45:28
From Followers to Buyers: How Online Businesses Can Attract 1,000 True Fans That Buy EVERYTHING
What if you never chased virality again—and still grew faster and more profitably? We make a strong case for building 1,000 true buyers instead of courting a million passive followers, and we map the exact path to get there. The shift is simple...
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Season 8
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Episode 9
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1:16:15
Content Traps That Are Costing You THOUSANDS (and How to Fix Them Fast)
Is your content getting attention but not sales? In this episode, Kim & Chris break down one of the biggest traps online business owners fall into — chasing virality instead of focusing on building buyers.They unpack why...
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Season 8
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Episode 8
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44:15
2025 Content Secrets UNLOCKED: The Strategies That Are Making Online Businesses $20k With 1 Post!
Text Me A Question!The rules of online growth have changed—and the creators winning right now aren’t posting more; they’re selling smarter. We break do...
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Season 8
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Episode 7
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34:50
Overcome Entrepreneurial Fear: Rewire Your Mind for Business Success!
Fear is stealing more from your business than you realize. In this episode, we unpack five fears that hold entrepreneurs back and how to shift your mindset when the pressure hits. You'll learn why isolation is the enemy’s playground, how...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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1:07:34
How to Finally Break Free from the Mindset Blocks That's Sabotaging Your Success!
Think strategy is your biggest challenge? Think again. Self-doubt, excuses, and mindset traps are what really keep most entrepreneurs stuck. In this episode, you’ll learn how to rewire limiting beliefs, reframe discomfort, and finally ...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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57:08
Craft Your Irresistible Offer: 5 Elements To Make Clients Say YES Every Time!
Struggling to get clients to say yes—even with a great product? You might have an offer problem. In this episode, we break down the 5 key elements of an irresistible offer that boosts conversions and justifies premium pricing. Fr...
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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1:09:09
2025 Creator Economy Report: Trust, Getting Canceled, and the Future of Online Businesses
The creator economy is shifting fast—are you ready? In this episode, we unpack Kajabi’s 2025 Creator Commerce Report and reveal why owning your platform, products, and audience is the key to long-term success. From rising podcast profits to the...
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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1:21:58
Smart Pricing Strategies— How to Charge What You’re Worth & Convert More Clients!
If you're undercharging, it’s costing you more than you think. In this episode, we break down the psychology of pricing and how tiny tweaks can boost your conversions by up to 15%. Learn how to confidently charge what you're worth with smart st...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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53:05
The Marketing Game has Changed...FOREVER
The online business game has completely changed—and in this episode, we're breaking down what’s really working right now! If you’re ready to simplify, pivot, and actually thrive in this new era of business, this episode is your bluepri...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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1:14:36
Explode Your Online Business with Quarterly Planning and Strategic Goal Setting for 2025!
Ready to level up your business game in 2025? Discover how switching from annual planning to quarterly goal-setting can transform your productivity, streamline your strategy, and drive massive growth. Inspired by thought leaders like Brian Mora...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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28:22
Disciplining Disappointments: The Secret Ingredient to Entrepreneurial Success Through Failure
What if I told you failure is actually the secret sauce to success? In this episode, we’re diving into the art of "disciplining disappointments" and how turning setbacks into comebacks is the real entrepreneurial flex. We’ll talk about why navi...
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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21:19
Facebook Ads, Trump's Win, & Non-PC Thoughts On What It All Means For The Online Economy
In this episode, we get a little spicy in a BTS convo with our coaching group about Black Friday, slow down in sales in Q4, FB Ads, Trump's win, and the future of the online economy.Key Highlights:✅ Trump's win and how it's i...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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38:02
The Art of Asking: My #1 Hack to Creating Offers Your Audience Can’t Resist!
Struggling to create offers your audience actually wants? Learn how to turn audience insights into profitable offers with my top hack! In this episode, I reveal real-life lessons from launching courses and coaching programs—including how a flop...
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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36:13
12 Proven Black Friday Innovative Strategies to Stand Out and Thrive in 2024!
Ready to make this Black Friday your most profitable yet? Join me as we dive into 12 powerful strategies that will set your business apart during this high-stakes shopping season! We’ll cover fresh trends, like early deals, time-sensitive bonus...
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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31:28
Why Content Marketing is Non-Negotiable: Unlocking Growth in 2024
Ready to discover why content marketing should be at the heart of your business strategy? In this episode, we break down the biggest opportunities you need to seize this year to outshine the competition. I’ll show you why content marketing matt...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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39:30
How She Made $500 With Just 100 Followers On Day 1! (and You Can Too)
What if the key to your next big win isn’t about more followers but about smarter strategy? In this episode, I'll take you behind the scenes of a jaw-dropping case study from our "Content to Customers" workshop. One of our clients proved that a...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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26:27
Influencers vs. Entrepreneurs - How to ditch the 'post more' 'post perfect' Influencer Playbook & CRUSH IT with content that grows your business instead.
What if the number of followers you have doesn't actually equate to your financial success? Today, we're dismantling the myths of social media fame and how to ditch the 'Influencer Playbook' for as content game plan that serves AND sells instea...
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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44:16