Maven Talk – Where Business and Balance Meet
Maven Talk is where business, branding, and balance intersect—delivering real, unfiltered conversations for entrepreneurs who are tired of hustle culture and ready to build smarter.
Hosted by Sammi Bivens, MBA, founder of Digital Marketing Maven®, Fractional CMO, and President-Elect of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Dallas/Fort Worth chapter, this podcast brings over a decade of entrepreneurial experience to the mic. With more than 15 years in business and marketing—and 6 years leading a successful agency that’s helped over 350 brands grow—Sammi shares proven strategies, hard lessons, and bold insights.
From digital marketing to mindset shifts, each episode equips you with actionable tools to grow your brand, your business, and your impact—without the burnout. Whether you're scaling a side hustle, refining your message, or building a movement—Maven Talk is your go-to for expert strategy, powerful storytelling, and sustainable success.
Episodes
2 episodes
The Entrepreneur’s Playbook: Pivoting & Thriving in Uncertain Times
In this powerful episode of Maven Talk, host Sammi Bivens, MBA breaks down the real-life business pivots that helped her rebuild, refocus, and realign after one of the most uncertain seasons of her entrepreneurial journey. Using...
Hustle Culture - The truth about hustle, rest, and why burnout isn't a badge of honor.
We’ve been told that if we’re not constantly grinding, we’re falling behind. Hustle culture glorifies overworking, but at what cost?I used to think I was making sacrifices, but I was actually losing myself—neglecting my health,...