Ep. 192 | Stop Chasing Shiny Objects: How to Build a Sustainable Online Business That Actually Makes Money
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Show Notes
If you’re constantly eyeing the next certification, tool, platform, or
healing modality instead of actually making money and serving clients, this episode is your loving but firm wake-up call.
In this episode of Unjaded, Vickie Dickson calls out the shiny-object cycle that keeps entrepreneurs busy, overwhelmed, and stuck
and walks you through what actually matters if you want a sustainable business in 2026 and beyond.
This isn’t about doing more. It’s about building the skeleton of your
business: the foundational systems that hold your offers, your clients,
and your income — so you can stop spinning and start leading.
Vickie breaks down the most common distractions entrepreneurs use
to delay visibility and responsibility, and contrasts them with the few
core elements every business actually needs to function, grow, and
make money consistently.
If you’ve been “preparing” for years but not seeing the results you want, this episode will bring clarity — and probably some relief.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why certifications, modalities, and frameworks often become
permission slips to avoid leadership
How rebranding, renaming, and platform hopping quietly stall
your business growth
The difference between being busy and building something that lasts
Why constantly creating new offers is often a sign your foundation is
missing
What actually belongs in the “skeleton” of a sustainable online business
Why one clear offer matters more than a complicated offer suite
How email, payment systems, and calendars create ease for you and
your clients
Why making regular offers is non negotiable if you want consistent income
How choosing one primary platform can simplify your marketing and
increase sales
A real example of how a simple, aligned offer brought in revenue
without a launch
Key Takeaway:
You don’t need another certification, platform, or healing breakthrough.You need a solid foundation. When your business has a clear offer,
simple systems, and a place for people to find and pay you, everything
else becomes optional — not urgent.
Links and Resources:
🎧 Pathway to Profit: Private Podcast Series - a 20-episode
step-by-step breakdown of the systems and structure needed to
build a sustainable business
Connect with Vickie on Instagram: @vickie.dickson