Join Melody and special guest April Dodson on this episode of Business Misfits as they share candid stories and essential lessons from their entrepreneurial paths. April, a pioneering force in the window cleaning industry, reveals the strategic and innovative approaches she used to scale her ventures and overcome challenges. Discover how April's yoga practice has been a cornerstone for managing stress and maintaining clarity amid the hustle. With conversations touching on parenting, the fine art of balancing work and life, and the importance of grit, this episode promises actionable advice and heartfelt moments. You'll learn about April's innovative business - BidSlot and what she's done to support the service industry in creative ways. Don't miss out on this engaging discussion packed with entrepreneurial spirit and personal growth tips.

Learn about April Dodson:

Being entrepreneurial from a young age, April Dodson has a passion for business and a love, passion and desire to help others succeed. By her early 20s, she launched her first company and her track record since has been one of success. April successfully launched and scaled six companies, selling three for profit with three still in operation. Utilizing her experiences and skills, she played a pivotal role in helping clients and others grow and in some cases sell their businesses.

A forward-thinking leader, April is always on top of industry trends, continually seeking the latest technologies and ideas to benefit her clients. With an innate ability to see the bigger picture and dive into the details, she’s a trusted partner for businesses looking to scale, innovate, and thrive in competitive markets. April invests in continuing education and has certifications from PMI and PSI as she continues toward Project Manager Practitioner (PMP) Away from the business office, April is a yoga-loving outdoor enthusiast. Join her on her journey to balance work and play.

Melody Edwards is a lifelong entrepreneur with a sparkly brain and a passion for building purpose-driven businesses. Over the past 25 years, she has successfully started, acquired, operated, and sold a variety of unconventional businesses, ultimately leading her to co-found HomeServiceVA.com with her first assistant, Din. Together, they built the company they wished had existed when they first started working together—a virtual assistant matchmaking agency that helps entrepreneurs streamline their operations with effective systems and talented virtual collaborators.

Being diagnosed with ADHD as a young adult changed her life. With newfound insight and understanding, Melody set out to master her brain's unique wiring, creating systems that allowed her to thrive in the "sparkliest" parts of her brain while delegating tasks that drained her. One of the most transformative decisions she made was hiring an Executive Assistant, which expedited her impact by allowing her to focus on the big projects and ideas that energize her.

Through her podcast, The Business Misfits, Melody shares insights from her decades-long business journey and interviews fellow unconventional entrepreneurs to empower others to embrace their inner "Bizfit" and build businesses on their own terms. Her mission is to help purpose-driven business owners craft their path with creativity, intuition, and heart.

Outside of business, Melody is a creative human who loves ALL THE THINGS… friends, AI, singing, bike rides, camping, crafting, ice cream, and building things. She lives in Western Massachusetts with her husband Matt, their children Sophia and Max, and their dog Shaun.

You can find all her things on www.melodythings.com

All the music you heard on the show today was written and recorded by Melody Edwards.

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