Diary of The Search Queen
If you’re a salon owner ready to ditch the overwhelm and finally fill those empty chairs, this podcast is for you. Hosted by Google Ads and SEO expert Sonja Pototzki-Raymond, Diary of The Search Queen gives you real talk, proven marketing strategies, and raw behind-the-scenes stories to help you get found, trusted, and fully booked without burning out.
Diary of The Search Queen
Episode 1: Diary of the Search Queen: The Search That Started It All
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Welcome to the very first episode of Diary of the Search Queen!
In this first episode, I’m taking you behind the curtain of why I created this podcast, what it really means to be the Search Queen, and the life + business lessons that brought me here.
Yes, I’m the queen of Google search – but this diary isn’t just about keywords or algorithms. It’s about the kind of searching we all do when life gets chaotic, uncertain or just plain hard.
From building a multi-million dollar digital agency and navigating fertility challenges to juggling motherhood and entrepreneurship, I've learned that resilience isn't something you’re born with – it’s something you build.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly searching for clarity, strength, or your next step – this podcast is for you.
In this episode, I share:
- The personal + professional moments that inspired Diary of the Search Queen
- Why your answers aren’t out there – they’re already within you
- What resilience really looks like (hint: it’s not perfection)
- What to expect from future episodes (raw lessons, real conversations, and honest reflections)
Whether you're here for the life advice, the business truth bombs or both – thank you for being part of this journey.
Want more?
- Buy the Search for Resilience https://www.amazon.com.au/Search-Resilience-Awaken-Warrior-Business/dp/1925452964
- Follow Sonja on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sonjathesearchqueen/
- Download a copy of The Google Ads and SEO Checklist https://sonjathesearchqueen.com/google-ads-and-seo-checklist/
- Find out more at https://sonjathesearchqueen.com/
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