If I could have a "Do-Over" part 2

Ever wish you could look under the hood of a business owner? Well, this episode is part two of a three part series outlining what I would have done differently if I could start my online business journey over again.

Today I break down the importance of prioritizing email capture and lead generation strategies.

Even though my first coach told me to grow an email list it didn't register exactly HOW important it really is. In truth, the size of your email list translates into dollars in your pocket.

Building a magnetic lead magnet is step 1 to email list growth. Think about what problem you solve for business owners and how you can give them a win with a free item such as a PDF, audio file, or mini-course.

Step 2: Then craft your lead generation strategy. For podcasters I recommend www.textiful.com. Using Textiful.com increased my email capture by more than 100%. For bloggers or YouTubers you may find that using a short link or direct link works just fine for you since most people are not driving or working out when engaging with your content.

Step 3. Tracking and measuring your list growth is paramount! Don't just build it and assume it will grow itself, you must constantly make sure your lead generation strategy is effective. Track your weekly downloads and continually focus on growth.

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Lindsay Sutherland is a business consultant, speaker, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping business owners build companies that run with freedom, purpose, and profit. With over 20 years of leadership and sales experience in the automotive industry, Lindsay understands the challenges of growing a business that feels more like a burden than a blessing. After leaving corporate life, she co-founded Biz in a Box Solutions, a CRM and automation company that empowers small service-based businesses to streamline their operations and reclaim their time.

Her signature consulting program, The Clockwork Method, guides overwhelmed business owners through the process of systemizing, scaling, and stepping back into the true role of visionary leader. Lindsay’s approach blends practical business systems with faith-led alignment, helping entrepreneurs not only make more money but also create a business that supports their life — not the other way around.

As the host of The Freedom Entrepreneur Podcast, Lindsay shares strategies, stories, and mindset shifts that challenge conventional thinking and inspire business owners to grow without burning out. She also co-owned Off Grid Unlimited Installations, an electrical and renewable energy company in Idaho, where she lives with her husband and four children on their family farm.

Passionate about redefining success beyond hustle culture, Lindsay helps leaders build businesses rooted in clarity, sustainability, and freedom. Whether she’s speaking on stage, consulting with executives, or mentoring faith-led entrepreneurs, her mission is the same: to help people transform their business into a vehicle for purpose, profit, and lasting impact.

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