Category: Business

What happens when three smart, relatable entrepreneurs—Monica Monfre, Erica Reitan, and Marc Ronick—sit down with hosts Jonathan Howard and Mimi Langley for a roundtable chat? You get a lively, no-BS conversation packed with advice and stories that hit home. Here are some amazing takeaways from this season 2 episode of Coffee Social

1. Those “I Made It” Moments

You know that feeling when everything clicks, and you’re like, “Yep, this is it”? The panel had their share:

Marc Ronick’s Highlight Reel: For Marc, it was hosting his first Empowered Podcasting Conference. Marc went from working solo to standing in a room full of people you’ve brought together. That’s what community-building magic looks like.

Monica Monfre’s Take: Recognition has always been Monica’s vibe. Whether it’s a big shoutout from an industry leader or a random stranger recognizing her from Instagram, it’s all about those meaningful moments.

Erica Reitman’s Breakthrough: HGTV sliding into Erica’s inbox after finding her interior design blog was a game-changer. Her big takeaway? Dream bigger because why not?

2. Mindset: The Secret Sauce

Here’s the thing about mindset: it can make or break you. The crew broke it down:

• Marc Ronick: Marc swears by his morning routine—exercise, meditation, and growth time. Oh, and he keeps a stash of positive feedback for those days when imposter syndrome shows up uninvited.
• Erica Reitman: Erica’s go-to line, “Your brain is a dick,” is painfully accurate. She’s all about learning how to deal with those mental spirals and coming out stronger.
• Monica Monfre: Monica’s secret weapon? Human design. Knowing she’s a “projector” helped her lean into her natural strengths and find joy in her work.
• Jonathan Howard: Jonathan keeps it real—avoid burnout by setting realistic goals and making to-do lists you can finish. Celebrate every little thing you check off.
• Mimi Langley: Find your “business bestie” or coach. Because sometimes, you need someone to hype you up when you’re feeling meh.

3. The Pivot Playbook

Let’s be honest—pivoting can be scary, but it’s necessary. Here’s how they handled it:

• Monica Monfre: Monica ditched the “guru” advice to stick to one offer. Her mantra? “If it’s not lighting you up, it’s time to pivot—even if it’s just a half-pivot.”
• Erica Reitman: Erica embraced her need for change, realizing that pivoting isn’t failing—it’s growth in action.
• Marc Ronick: Adapting to client needs and keeping an open mind has been Marc’s winning strategy. Sometimes it’s not about reinventing the wheel—just tweaking it.

4. Redefining Success

Success doesn’t look the same for everyone. Here’s what the group had to say:

• Monica Monfre: Success isn’t just about making money. For Monica, going back to a full-time job that fuels her passion was a win.
• Erica Reitan: Learning to let people (and herself) just be has brought Erica peace. Success is as much about personal growth as it is about professional wins.
• Marc Ronick: Marc’s definition of success? Helping podcasters find their voice. It’s all about those one-on-one wins.
• Jonathan Howard: Entrepreneurship isn’t a race to an endpoint. It’s about celebrating your journey, however messy or slow it might feel.

Takeaways You Can Use

1. Celebrate Your Wins: Big or small, a win is a win. Don’t let it go unnoticed.
2. Fix Your Mindset: Start a morning routine, journal, or try Erica’s “add to cart” technique for reframing envy as inspiration.
3. Embrace Change: A pivot isn’t the end of the world. It’s just the next chapter.
4. Own Your Success: Forget cookie-cutter goals. What feels successful to you? That’s what matters.

Entrepreneurship isn’t about perfection; it’s about showing up, learning as you go, and having a little fun along the way. Whether you’re just starting out or thinking about your next pivot, these takeaways are here to help you crush it—on your own terms.

Special thanks to all of our guests for this episode. To catch the full episode of the Coffee Coffee Social Podcast just click here!