Seasons change — in life, in business, and in the garden. And learning to work with them (not against them) is everything.

In this episode, Gretchen Acheson shares how she juggles homeschooling four kids, running a farm, serving clients online, and still making space for joy. We talk about flexibility, faith, websites, and why it’s okay to pivot when a season shifts.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Gretchen’s site: https://gretchenlouise.com
  
  
• Kadence Themes, Hubbub Plugin, MailerLite, and Substack

✨ Plus, if you’re not sure what kind of business actually fits your season of life, take my free quiz here: https://shannonacheson.com

Abby Lawson started blogging in 2013 for a creative outlet and accidentally discovered affiliate income, then digital products. We unpack the post that sparked real revenue, the pay-what-you-want ebook that launched her product path, why she pivoted to organizing, and the tiny systems that keep her business calm and profitable. Plus, the $7 guide that still sells and what she’s trying next.

What does it really take to build a business that’s profitable and joyful?

In this episode, I’m joined by KariAnne Wood of Thistlewood Farms — blogger, author, and queen of creative income. KariAnne shares how she turned her home blog into a media brand with 28 income streams, how she keeps her business fun (yes, still), and why she’s doubling down on personal brand and storytelling in a changing industry.

We talk about what’s working now, what totally flopped (hi, TikTok), and how she structures her workdays for clarity andjoy.

If you're craving ideas, encouragement, and a few good laughs — you're gonna love this one.