The Email Growth Show | Email Marketing Tips for Women Coaches, Course Creators & Online Business Owners
Kylie Kelly | Business Growth Without Social
Are you frustrated with the endless grind of marketing your online business on social media and seeing minimal results for your efforts? Do you wish you could grow your email list in a way that feels good to you - and actually works - so you can start to make reliable revenue? Imagine having a business that’s not only easy and fun but also aligns with your life, allowing you to be the mother - and woman - you want to be…Welcome to The Email Growth Show - the podcast for ambitious female business owners who want to build an online business in integrity and alignment with their life - and they want to see results fast. Long gone are the days of putting a freebie on your website & waiting 5 years to build a large, engaged email list. Who wants to wait that long? Certainly not me - and that’s why we do things differently around here. Through valuable & honest conversations we dive deep into relationship-based strategies to help you grow your email list WITHOUT relying on social media or paid ads. Get ready to discover alternative options you didn't even know existed, to help you grow your email list and make money in a way that feels aligned with your values and vision.I’m your host, Kylie Kelly, a visibility and email marketing strategist, who’s passionate about ditching the social media hustle and doing things differently. Why? Because as a solopreneur & mum of two little boys, my time is limited and I need to make sure that I implement strategies that actually move the needle in my business. In the last 2 years, I’ve grown my own email list from zero to almost 10,000 subscribers through the very same strategies I teach here: summits, bundles, freebie swaps, podcast guesting and so much more! Now, I can send an email and make sales - and that’s what I want for you too. Together, we’ll uncover the secrets to building an email list full of your ideal clients that will drive your growth & success faster than you thought was possible. If you’re a coach, course creator, or online business owner looking to grow your email list & elevate your email marketing, this podcast is for you. You'll find answers to questions like:- How can I grow my email list without social media?- What should I send to my email list every week?- How do I build trust with my email subscribers?- How can I monetize my email list effectively?- How do I write engaging email subject lines that boost open rates?- How do I find potential partners to collaborate with?Tune in for actionable email marketing tips and simple strategies to grow your online business without getting frustrated or burnt out. With a mix of solo episodes and guest interviews, you will walk away feeling empowered, inspired and equipped with practical steps to build a thriving email list and make social media optional.Ready to ditch the overwhelm and start to actually grow that email list - and have fun at the same time? Hit play on the latest episode, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and share with a fellow entrepreneur! Oh and don’t forget to grab my must-have collaborations guide to get you started right away! 🔗 Your - https://kyliekelly.com/guide
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Apr 2, 2026 • 11min
The Only 4 Emails You Need to Stay Consistent With Your Email Marketing [Ep 243]
One of the fastest ways to lose momentum in your business? Only emailing your list when you have something to sell.In this episode, I’m breaking down what to send instead - so you can stay consistent, build trust, and make selling feel a whole lot easier when the time comes.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why disappearing between launches weakens trustThe 4 types of emails to send when you’re not sellingHow to stay consistent (even without an offer)Why connection - not constant selling - drives conversionsReady to grow your business without social media or burnout?Join my NEW Skool group - Online Biz Without Social here:https://www.skool.com/online-biz-growth/aboutNEED CLARITY FAST? Grab a Business Breakthrough - a personalised diagnostic to uncover your biggest growth opportunity right now. ⚡️ $97 - Book herep.s - Loving the show? Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss a new episode. And if you want to support the podcast, sharing it with a biz friend is the best way to spread the love!
Mar 26, 2026 • 23min
The Self-Trust Gap: Why High-Achieving Women Still Feel Stuck with Katie Pulsifer [Ep 242]
Today I’m joined by Katie Pulsifer, a coach for high-achieving women who have built incredible lives, but still feel guilt, exhaustion, and a quiet pull for more. In this episode, we dive into the hidden struggle so many ambitious women face: outsourcing their self-trust. From understanding how your brain keeps you “safe” to learning how to make aligned decisions in your business, this conversation will challenge the way you think about growth.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why high-achieving women often feel guilt and burnoutHow your brain is wired to keep you stuck (and how to override it)The difference between hiring from a skill gap vs. an insufficiency gapHow to rebuild self-trust and make aligned business decisionsWhy nervous system safety matters just as much as strategyGuest Spotlight: Katie PulsiferKatie Pulsifer is a coach for high-achieving women who feel guilty for wanting more - even when their life looks successful on paper. She helps her clients reconnect with their intuition, build self-trust, and create aligned visions for their life and business.Katie's Website: https://www.katiepulsifercoaching.comKatie's Free Resource: The Self-Trust ResetReady to grow your business without social media or burnout?Join my NEW Skool group - Online Biz Without Social here:https://www.skool.com/online-biz-growth/aboutNEED CLARITY FAST? Grab a Business Breakthrough - a personalised diagnostic to uncover your biggest growth opportunity right now. ⚡️ $97 - Book herep.s - Loving the show? Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss a new episode. And if you want to support the podcast, sharing it with a biz friend is the best way to spread the love!
Mar 20, 2026 • 15min
Hackers Got Into My Gmail Account… Here’s What I Did [Ep 241]
A couple of days ago, my gmail account got hacked… and for a moment, it was that exact stomach-drop feeling no online business owner wants.In this episode, I’m walking you through what happened, what I learned, and what I want every business owner to know about protecting their email, their reputation, and their audience - especially now that scams are getting smarter, cleaner, and much more convincing.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:What happened when my email was compromisedWhy 2FA is important, but not the whole storyWhat I checked immediately inside my Gmail accountWhy every business owner needs a response plan before something goes wrongHow AI is changing the scam landscapeYou’ll also hear the perspective shift that helped me move from panic into action - and why I believe being prepared matters so much more than trying to be perfect.Ready to grow your business without social media or burnout?Join my NEW Skool group - Online Biz Without Social here:https://www.skool.com/online-biz-growth/aboutNEED CLARITY FAST? Grab a Business Breakthrough - a personalised diagnostic to uncover your biggest growth opportunity right now. ⚡️ $97 - Book herep.s - Loving the show? Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss a new episode. And if you want to support the podcast, sharing it with a biz friend is the best way to spread the love!
Mar 12, 2026 • 10min
What I’m Experimenting With In My Business Right Now [Ep 240]
If your business feels a little messy right now… you might actually be in the middle of a growth phase. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing what I’m experimenting with in my business right now - from launching a brand new 4-week Email Incubator to growing my Skool community and exploring new ways people can work with me. Because behind every “successful” business you see online is a season of testing, adjusting, and figuring out what the next version of the business actually looks like. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why experimentation is a normal (and healthy) phase of business growth What I’m learning from running shorter, focused containers Why I’m leaning more into community-led business models The power of having multiple ways for people to enter your business Why the “messy middle” can actually be a sign that something is workingReady to grow your business without social media or burnout?Join my NEW Skool group - Online Biz Without Social here:https://www.skool.com/online-biz-growth/aboutNEED CLARITY FAST? Grab a Business Breakthrough - a personalised diagnostic to uncover your biggest growth opportunity right now. ⚡️ $97 - Book herep.s - Loving the show? Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss a new episode. And if you want to support the podcast, sharing it with a biz friend is the best way to spread the love!
Mar 5, 2026 • 8min
Why Your Emails Get Opened… But Not Acted On [Ep 239]
If your emails are getting opened… but nothing is happening after that, you’re not alone.In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reasons emails get opened but not acted on - and what to focus on if you want more engagement, stronger relationships with your subscribers, and ultimately more sales from your list.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why curiosity opens emails, but doesn’t always lead to actionThe simple mistake that causes most emails to end without engagementWhy “interesting” emails don’t always convertThe role trust and familiarity play in email marketingA simple shift that can dramatically increase replies & engagementWhy not every email is meant to convert every readerYou’ll also hear a few perspective shifts that might completely change how you think about your email stats, especially if you’ve been feeling discouraged by low click rates.Ready to grow your business without social media or burnout?Join my NEW Skool group - Online Biz Without Social here:https://www.skool.com/online-biz-growth/aboutNEED CLARITY FAST? Grab a Business Breakthrough - a personalised diagnostic to uncover your biggest growth opportunity right now. ⚡️ $97 - Book herep.s - Loving the show? Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss a new episode. And if you want to support the podcast, sharing it with a biz friend is the best way to spread the love!
Feb 26, 2026 • 25min
How to Get Featured in the Media (Without Hiring a PR Agency) with KJ Blattenbauer [Ep 238]
Do you ever see the same experts getting featured in Forbes, on The Today Show, or in major publications - and wonder how the hell they’re doing it?In this episode, I’m joined by KJ Blattenbauer, founder of Hearsay PR and bestselling author of Pitch Worthy. With nearly 30 years in public relations, KJ helps overlooked experts and founders turn credibility into recognition - and visibility into revenue.And here’s the best part? She makes PR feel simple.We’re breaking down exactly how to get started with media pitching (even if you’ve never done it before), how to build your own media list, what to actually say in a pitch email and why visibility isn’t about ego… it’s about leadership.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why visibility is a leadership skill - not an ego playThe simple “housekeeping” step most business owners skip before pitchingHow to find journalists already covering your industryWhat to include (and NOT include) in a pitch emailWhy 75% of media wins happen on the follow-upHow to know which publications actually matter for your audienceGuest Spotlight: KJ Blatten BauerKJ Blatten Bauer is the founder of Hearsay PR and bestselling author of Pitch Worthy. With nearly 30 years in public relations, she helps experts and founders turn credibility into recognition - and visibility into revenue. Her clients have been featured in outlets like Forbes, Architectural Digest, and The Today Show.KJ's Website: https://www.hearsaypr.comPitchworthy: The No-Fluff Playbook to Publicity That Pays OffReady to grow your business without social media or burnout?Join my NEW Skool group - Online Biz Without Social here:https://www.skool.com/online-biz-growth/aboutNEED CLARITY FAST? Grab a Business Breakthrough - a personalised diagnostic to uncover your biggest growth opportunity right now. ⚡️ $97 - Book herep.s - Loving the show? Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss a new episode. And if you want to support the podcast, sharing it with a biz friend is the best way to spread the love!
Feb 20, 2026 • 13min
Do You Still Need a Freebie in 2026? Let's Talk About It [Ep 237]
Do you still need a freebie in 2026?In this episode, I’m breaking down the nuanced truth about freebies in 2026 - when they work, when they don’t, and what to focus on instead if you want sustainable, relationship-led growth.This isn’t anti-freebie. It’s pro-strategy.If you’ve been stuck in freebie planning mode… or wondering whether you need to create another one… this episode will help you zoom out and make a smarter decision.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The real question to ask before creating a new lead magnetWhen you absolutely should have a freebieWhen creating another one is just beautifully designed procrastinationOther ways to grow your email list without a traditional free resourceThe difference between building doors… and building the houseIf you’re done mistaking activity for alignment, this conversation is for you.Mentioned Links:EP 227: Workshops Are the Most Underrated Conversion Event in Online BusinessReady to grow your business without social media or burnout?Join my NEW Skool group - Online Biz Without Social here:https://www.skool.com/online-biz-growth/aboutNEED CLARITY FAST? Grab a Business Breakthrough - a personalised diagnostic to uncover your biggest growth opportunity right now. ⚡️ $97 - Book herep.s - Loving the show? Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss a new episode. And if you want to support the podcast, sharing it with a biz friend is the best way to spread the love!
Feb 12, 2026 • 8min
You Don’t Need Instagram to Grow Your Business (Here’s What to Build Instead) [Ep 236]
In this episode, I’m unpacking the real fear keeping women glued to Instagram - and why breaking up with the platform doesn’t mean disappearing.If you’ve been quietly wondering whether you could grow without Instagram… this one’s for you.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why Instagram creates dependency (not diversification)The difference between performative visibility and relational growthWhy connection compounds but content expiresHow rooms, email, and community build predictable revenueWhat it actually means to “break up” with InstagramLinks & Resources:Join the Breaking Up With Instagram Challenge: https://www.skool.com/online-biz-growth/aboutListen to my Skool experiment episode: https://kyliekelly.com/my-skool-experiment/Ready to grow your business without social media or burnout?Join my NEW Skool group - Online Biz Without Social here:https://www.skool.com/online-biz-growth/aboutNEED CLARITY FAST? Grab a Business Breakthrough - a personalised diagnostic to uncover your biggest growth opportunity right now. ⚡️ $97 - Book herep.s - Loving the show? Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss a new episode. And if you want to support the podcast, sharing it with a biz friend is the best way to spread the love!
Feb 5, 2026 • 25min
How To Use Your Website & SEO To Grow Your Audience with Laura Jawad [Ep 235]
Today I’m joined by SEO specialist Laura Jawad, who helps female service providers grow their audience and fill their client roster, without relying on social media.In this episode, we break down how to use SEO and your website to grow your email list with aligned, high-intent traffic that actually converts. If you’ve ever felt like social media is doing the most… for the least return - this conversation will change how you think about visibility forever.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why SEO is a powerful pull marketing strategy (and how it differs from social media)How to see what keywords are already driving traffic to your websiteWhy most websites attract the wrong traffic - and how to fix itHow long SEO really takes (and what speeds it up)How to turn website traffic into email subscribersWhere to place opt-ins on your blog and homepage for maximum conversionHow SEO builds trust before someone joins your email listGuest Spotlight: Laura JawadLaura Jawad is an SEO specialist who supports female service providers, coaches, and consultants who want to grow their audience and book clients without relying on social media.🎧 Grab her free SEO Kickstart Kit, a collection of step-by-step checklists to help you optimise your website and attract right-fit traffic.Links & Resources:Laura’s WebsiteSEO Kickstart KitReady to grow your business without social media or burnout?Join my NEW Skool group - Online Biz Without Social here:https://www.skool.com/online-biz-growth/aboutNEED CLARITY FAST? Grab a Business Breakthrough - a personalised diagnostic to uncover your biggest growth opportunity right now. ⚡️ $97 - Book herep.s - Loving the show? Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss a new episode. And if you want to support the podcast, sharing it with a biz friend is the best way to spread the love!
Jan 30, 2026 • 10min
My Honest Thoughts About My Skool Experiment [Ep 234]
In this episode, I’m sharing the unexpected lessons from my Skool community experiment - why it’s sparked deeper conversations in days than I’ve had in years, and what it’s reminded me about connection, trust, and sustainable growth.This isn’t about platforms. It’s about depth over noise and building businesses that actually feel good to run.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why small rooms create deeper trust than big audiencesHow accessibility beats attendance when it comes to connectionWhy email still matters - and how community expands itThe role fun plays in sustainable business growthHow to build depth without burning yourself outReady to grow your business without social media or burnout?Join my NEW Skool group - Online Biz Without Social here:https://www.skool.com/online-biz-growth/aboutNEED CLARITY FAST? Grab a Business Breakthrough - a personalised diagnostic to uncover your biggest growth opportunity right now. ⚡️ $97 - Book herep.s - Loving the show? Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss a new episode. And if you want to support the podcast, sharing it with a biz friend is the best way to spread the love!
