Business

Treat It Like a Business… But Build It Around Your Life

I often hear people say, “If you treated it like a business and not a hobby, you’d find the time.”

Let me be clear—I’ve never treated any of my businesses as a hobby.

For 34 years, I’ve consistently run my web, graphic design, and branding company.
For 24 years, I’ve worked my cards business.
For 20 years, I’ve spoken, coached, and trained others.
For the last 3 years, I’ve poured into building my patch business.
All while leading networking luncheons, supporting police wives, widows, women in business, and sharing gratitude through Gratitude Girls.

And yes—I’ve also been a wife, a homeschool mom, and someone who has grieved great losses, including my late husband, the father of my children.

So here’s the truth I’ve learned through it all:

I never built my businesses instead of my family.
I built them for my family.
And I still do.

Yes, you may hear: “Work hard now so you can enjoy more time with family later.”
But what if “later” never comes?
What if your spouse or child is no longer here?
What will you regret more—missed business milestones or missed moments with those you love?

Family will always be my first priority.
That doesn’t mean I stop building—it means I learn to schedule intentionally.

📅 I schedule time with my husband.
📅 I schedule time with my kids and grandkids.
📅 I schedule spiritual time, personal time, business time, rest time.
Because if it’s not scheduled, it probably won’t happen.

💡 You can build a successful business while prioritizing what truly matters.
💡 You must stay consistent—whether it’s 10 minutes or 10 hours a day.
💡 You should remember your WHY—why you started, who you’re doing this for, and what legacy you want to leave.

Consistency doesn’t mean burning out.
It means not giving up.
It means showing up, over and over, with purpose.

Balance isn’t about perfection.
It’s about priorities.
And for me, that means building businesses around my life—not building my life around my business.

⚠️ Don’t sacrifice the people you love for the success you’re chasing.
📅 Schedule your time with intention.
❤️ Build a business that supports your life—not swallows it.

#LauriesLessons #FamilyFirst #BusinessWithPurpose #Mompreneur #MarriageMatters #LegacyBuilding #WorkLifeBalance #ConsistencyIsKey #EntrepreneurLife #WomenInBusiness

Over the last few months, we’ve gotten multiple bids for a project on our home.
Guess how many followed up? ZERO.
Okay, ONE did… but just once. And then… silence. Even though we sounded very interested. (Spoiler: we are! 😅)

Now contrast that with this 👇

Last week I messaged a lady on Facebook Marketplace about a yellow & blue wreath 🌻💙 for my front door.
She didn’t make it, but kindly replied. I simply said thank you and mentioned I might check back.

Well… 4 days later she reached out to me with pictures of similar wreaths, asking if I was still interested.
Guess what? I drove an hour today and bought THREE wreaths from her! 🙌

💡One follow-up = three sales.
Lesson? Fortune is in the follow-up. Always. 💰✨

#LauriesLessons #FollowUpMatters #BusinessTips #EntrepreneurMindset #SalesSuccess #CustomerServiceWins #MotivationMonday #MarketingTips #SmallBusinessGrowth #BeProactive #DoTheWork #MakeItHappen 💪🎯

“How to Find New Customers & Where to Meet People”
By Laurie Delk Radecki

 I’m  giving you simple, real-life strategies to help you grow your Super Patch business by finding new customers… and knowing exactly where to meet people!

Let me remind you: People need what we have. We’re not chasing people—we’re helping them live better lives through balance, focus, energy, pain relief, sleep, immune support, and more. Let’s get into it!

Section 1 – Know WHO You’re Looking For

First, if you’re going to go find new customers, you have to know who you’re looking for. Here are just a few examples of perfect candidates for our patches:

• Someone who struggles with pain (chronic, post-surgery, arthritis)
• Athletes or active adults who need better recovery or performance
• Parents of children with focus or sensory needs
• People under stress, not sleeping well, or needing immune support
• Anyone over 40 who just wants to feel better every day

So keep your eyes open for everyday conversations where someone says:
“I’m always tired.”
“My back’s been killing me.”
“My child can’t focus.”
“I’m stressed out.”
Those are golden moments. 👏

Section 2 – Where to Meet People

You might be thinking, “Okay Laurie, but where do I go to find these people?”

Let’s talk about a few places—online and in person—where you can consistently meet new prospects.

1. Local Events & Community Groups
   • Farmers markets, church events, mom groups, networking lunches, gyms, and wellness fairs.
   • Always carry sample patches, your phone for videos, and a smile 😊
   • Just start conversations: “Hey, have you ever heard of the neuroscience patch that helps with [insert benefit]?”
2. Social Media (Free Goldmine!)
   • Use your stories every day to share wins, testimonials, before-and-after pics.
   • Comment on other people’s posts — be interested, not salesy.
   • Message friends and reconnect authentically. “Hey! Saw your post about back pain — I found something natural that’s helped a lot of people. Want to check it out?”
3. Referrals from Happy Customers
   • “Who do you know who could benefit from this too?”
   • Offer small incentives or freebies if they refer 3 friends who try it.
4. Your Daily Life = Opportunity
   • Hair salon, post office, school pickup, restaurant server, cashier.
   • Carry samples and say: “I love sharing these with people who are open to natural wellness—can I gift you one to try?”

Section 3 – What to SAY When You Meet Someone 

Now once you’ve met someone — what do you say?

Keep it short and curiosity-driven.

Here’s a few examples:

➡️ “I work with a wellness tech that helps people with pain, focus, energy and more—without drugs. Have you heard of it?”
➡️ “I help people improve their quality of life with a simple patch that activates your nervous system. Would you be open to learning more?”

Don’t worry about being perfect. Be genuine. You’re just starting a conversation.

Then, ask if they’d like to watch a 1-minute video or try a sample. Then follow up, follow up, follow up! 💥

Section 4 – Take Action Daily 

Growing your customer base is not about talking to 100 people once a month—it’s about talking to 2 or 3 every day.
Small, daily steps = big business over time.

Here’s a quick daily checklist:
✅ Post something on social media
✅ Message 2–5 people
✅ Hand out 1–2 samples
✅ Follow up with someone you already talked to
✅ Share a testimonial (yours or someone else’s!)

Consistency wins. Don’t get discouraged. You’re planting seeds daily.

So to wrap this up:

• Know who you’re looking for
• Go where people gather — online AND in your real life
• Say less, ask more, and invite curiosity
• Be consistent and care about people

You’ve got something amazing in your hands. Go share it with confidence and compassion. You never know who’s been praying for what you have.

Let’s go make a difference today! 💪💙

#SuperPatchTeam #HealthRevolution #NaturalWellness #BeABlessing #ShareToServe #LauriesLessons

🤝 NETWORKING TIP: Build Relationships, Not Just Transactions

If the only time people hear from you is when you’re launching something new, running a promotion, or asking for a referral… that’s not truly networking — that’s pitching.

Let’s be real: that approach doesn’t build lasting business.

I’m not perfect — far from it. But I’ve spent the last 30+ years building multiple 6-figure businesses (all glory to God — He’s truly the BEST business partner 🙌). And through it all, I’ve learned one powerful truth:

💡People do business with those they:

• KNOW
• LIKE
• TRUST
• REMEMBER

➡️ KNOW: Great start! That means you’ve made a connection.
➡️ LIKE: To earn this, let people see who you are — your values, passions, and personality — beyond just your 60-second elevator pitch.
➡️ TRUST: This takes time and transparency. People may fake it for a few hours, but over time, your character — your integrity, honesty, and heart — will shine through. Let them see the real you.
➡️ REMEMBER: This is KEY. Don’t be the person who only reaches out when they need something. No one likes the kid who only calls Mom for money — Mom’s heart is more open when that relationship is nurtured. Same goes for clients, colleagues, and friends.

🌟 Stay connected intentionally.

• Text just to say, “Thinking of you — hope your day is amazing!”
• Drop a fun meme or message in their DMs.
• Invite someone to coffee, lunch, or dinner — never eat alone if you don’t have to.
• Schedule Zoom or FaceTime chats just to catch up.
• Send a thoughtful greeting card or small gift in the mail — the tangible stands out.

📘 For more relationship-building tips, grab my bestselling book #KeepThoseClients — because relationships are the true foundation of lasting success.

Let’s build bridges, not just business. 💛
#NetworkingTips #BusinessWithHeart #RelationshipMarketing #GodIsMyCEO #TrustAndIntegrity #KeepThoseClients #LaurieDelk #StayInTouch #EntrepreneurWisdom #FaithInBusiness #ClientCare #BusinessTips #LaurieDelkRadecki #LauriesLessons

Are You Truly NetWORKing or Just Socializing? 🤝✨

Let’s be real — going to networking events is just step one. The real magic happens in the follow-up. 💡

Do you take the time to meet people one-on-one after the event? To truly get to know them — their heart, their mission, their value? Or are you simply swapping cards and moving on?

We all want more business. But here’s the truth:
👉 People do business with those they know, like, trust… and REMEMBER.
So ask yourself:

• Are you memorable?
• Do you have a system to stay top of mind?
• Are you reaching out after the event, building real relationships?

💬 This is exactly what I teach, coach, and train businesses on — and have for the last 35 years. Why?
Because fortune is in the follow-up. 💰
#LauriesLessons

Just last month, I needed services in FOUR different industries. I had met people in all of them at various events — but they didn’t follow up or stay connected. So guess what?
The referrals — and business — went to someone else. 💸

🔥 Moral of the story: Be the one who follows up. Be the one who connects. Be the one they remember.

NetWORK like a pro — not just for today, but for the relationships and referrals of tomorrow. 💼💬💖

#NetWORKingMatters #BuildRealRelationships #FollowUpFortune #KnowLikeTrust #StayTopOfMind #BusinessConnections #ReferralPower #BeMemorable #GrowYourNetwork #RelationshipMarketing #NetworkingSuccess 💼✨🤝 #LaurieDelk #LaurieDelkRadecki #LaurieDelkCoaching #LauriesLessons