
Original Episode Air Date: July 12, 2022
In this episode of the Made It Happen Podcast, host Sarah Haefling interviews Shannon, the CEO and founder of The Social Bungalow, an education and media company, and Bungalow Coffee, a coffee café in downtown Las Vegas.
Shannon shares her journey from working a nine-to-five corporate job to building a seven-figure marketing business. The discussion covers how to create effective content that converts, key elements for successful launches, and maintaining a strong mindset as a business owner. Shannon also discusses the conception and growth of The Social Bungalow, her approach to launching and selling out courses, and the challenges and rewards of managing a brick-and-mortar business alongside her online ventures.
Throughout the episode, Shannon offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of focusing on one thing exceptionally well, maintaining radical care in customer interactions, and setting strong boundaries to manage the demands of business ownership.
00:00 Introduction to Made It Happen Podcast
00:59 Exciting Episode Featuring Shannon from The Social Bungalow
02:07 Shannon's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship
04:30 Building The Social Bungalow
08:58 Key Tips for Growing an Online Business
14:51 Effective Launch Strategies
19:16 Introducing the Sophisticated CEO Suite
22:07 The Power of Podcasting
23:49 Podcast Community and Coaching Program
24:42 From Side Hustle to Coffee Shop Dream
26:55 Challenges and Rewards of a Brick-and-Mortar Business
27:53 Comparing Online and Physical Businesses
29:46 The Importance of Mindset in Business Growth
32:26 Celebrating Success and Client Impact
34:47 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
36:40 Future Plans and Business Strategies
38:47 Rapid Fire Questions and Reflections
45:30 Conclusion and Farewell