Scaling a business from six figures to seven isn’t about hustling harder, it’s about stepping fully into CEO leadership. To kick off this season, Victoria is sitting down with powerhouse business advisor Jessica Marx, a five-time Forbes Business Council member, top female coach recognized by Yahoo Finance, investor, founder of Tailored Premier, and mom of twins. With nearly 20 years of executive-level sales and leadership experience Jessica knows exactly what it takes to move beyond the $100K mark and confidently scale toward the million-dollar milestone.

Together, Victoria and Jessica unpack the realities of scaling at each stage of business growth ($100K, $500K, and $1M+) and reveal the strategies that help women entrepreneurs shift from overwhelmed operator to visionary CEO. From avoiding common mistakes that stall progress, to building the right support team, to simplifying your offers for long-term growth, this conversation is packed with practical, proven advice.

This episode is designed to help you scale strategically, lead with clarity, and create a business that fuels both revenue and freedom. Whether you’re chasing your first six figures or preparing to cross into seven, you’ll walk away with the tools, mindset shifts, and confidence to build a business designed for sustainable success. Get your notebook and pen ready, grab your coffee, and enjoy this motivating episode with Jessica Marx! 

What if you could step away from your business without missing a beat? Join Victoria as she prepares for her third maternity leave and to enjoy the summer off with her girls. This season finale episode is packed with insights and strategies to ensure your business thrives independently, drawing from her personal experiences with maternity leave years ago. You’ll discover how to identify potential pitfalls and succeed in automating and delegating tasks, creating a harmonious blend of work and family life.

Throughout this finale of The Branding Business School podcast, Victoria unravels the transformative magic of outsourcing. With six years of steering BrandWell, embracing her role as CEO meant letting go of wearing all the hats. From marketing to client management, Victoria shares how outsourcing crucial tasks has been the backbone of her business scalability and a shield against burnout. Even if outsourcing isn't your current path, Victoria offers creative solutions for enlisting support from your network, ensuring both business and personal well-being thrive.

Prepare to be inspired by tales of resilience and adaptability. In the second half of this episode, Victoria dives into how her and her team have been navigating the recent rebranding challenges at BrandWell, which she calls, The Messy Middle. Victoria delves into the lessons learned from unexpected trials and the power of faith and flexibility. This episode is your guide to embracing chaos, finding peace in tumultuous times, and growing through every challenge. We’re ending Season 9 with a GOOD one, so throw in those ear buds, and press play!