I am
a builder of business models and business owners,
an advocate for capacity management, accountability and boundaries,
and most importantly …

I help entrepreneurs stay entrepreneurs!

Welcome & Hello!

My name is Jodi Laking -- I have been an entrepreneur for 20+ years and I love working with business owners and entrepreneurs at different stages to help them build and grow a sustainable business.

I am here to help you take that idea in your head and turn it into a reality — whether it’s guiding you on the steps to start a business or working with you to grow and level-up your current business strategy.

Through my own business ventures, mentoring connections and government entrepreneurship-based roles, I offer over 20+ years of personal entrepreneurial experience and 15+ years experience working with and supporting hundreds of local and international Start-ups and Entrepreneurs.

My knowledge and expertise include:

  • Business planning and strategy development

  • Goal setting and action planning

  • Capacity management and setting boundaries

  • Hiring and onboarding subcontractors and employees

  • Pricing strategies, financial accountability and planning for growth, accounting and bookkeeping

  • Funding acquisition (previous coordinator for Starter Company Plus and Digital Main Street programs)

  • Succession planning and closing a business

  • Operations management including business structure registration and working with municipal departments including licensing, zoning and building

  • Market research and target market review

Now, here is where I’m a little bit different … I also know and understand the importance of developing the person behind the business.

It is extremely important to help business owners create and immerse customized capacity management and accountability practices into their lives to help them be the best leaders and owners they can be — while achieving both their professional goals and personal dreams.

I help new and mature business owners to understand that entrepreneurship is not just a career change — it’s a lifestyle shift.

My goal and my focus is to help business owners build long-term, sustainable businesses.

We create plans and goals and practices to help entrepreneurs STAY entrepreneurs.

It’s time to invest in yourself and your business. Let’s stop day dreaming about the what-ifs and the shoulda, coulda, wouldas.

Let’s start talking about your idea to start and grow! Let’s bring this idea to life!

So, today, right now, click the button below so we can continue this momentum.

We can chat via phone or Zoom, or meet-up at a cozy cafe or dive into a gooey pizza.

I want to meet you.

I want to learn about your ideas and dreams. And in turn, I want you to experience the opportunity to turn those ideas and dreams into reality.

What are Your Next Steps?

Book a FREE Discovery Call

I don’t bite - I promise!

This call is an introduction - for both us.

I want to meet you and learn about the business you want to start or build.

You want to learn how we can work together and how I can help you achieve those plans and goals.

So, I encourage you to click on the link below to schedule a free, 20-minute discovery call.

Join my Email List!

I know you are likely already subscribed to 1,463,211 email lists BUT …

I’m here to help you level-up in 2025.

Not just your business, but YOU - the human who wears the hats, feels the pain and makes the magic.

Join my weekly newsletter where I provide strategies and guidance on capacity management & boundary setting, productivity & planning tools and resources, as well as journaling prompts to help you move forward and stop feeling stuck.

launching in september

Smart Capacity
Sync Series

This four-week mini course is focused on the entrepreneur, the human, the wizard behind the curtain …

The intention is to give you hands-on tools and guidance to align your goals, energy, and capacity.

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During the four weeks, I will introduce you to my customized Smart Capacity Framework which will include prompts to:

  • Gain clarity on capacity management, your mindset and how they impact your decision making skills.

  • Learn about how burnout and stress impact you and your business.

  • Understand how being an entrepreneur is not just another job, but how it impacts your life and lifestyle.

  • Learn about personal development including defining your role, setting boundaries and celebrating success.

  • Learn tactics and exercises to overcome paralyzing beliefs related to Imposter Syndrome, self-doubt, fear of failure, fear of success, fear of judgement, etc.

Details coming soon!

The Smart Way to
Push Play on Your Goals

So many people have given up on goal setting …

But it is such an integral part to the growth of your business.

So, I’m hosting a three-part workshop where we don’t just get excited to write words on paper and then forget about them …

We work together to create a plan of action.

With real steps and planning to follow that will lead you to actually achieving your goals.

During each session, I will teach you my personalized goal setting system, which includes the importance of personal commitment and accountability towards goal achievement.

This is not the same as what you’ve tried before.

Why? Because you will see your goals forming BEFORE the end of the sessions!

You want to grow. I want you to succeed!

Let’s do this together!

Details coming soon!

The Growth
Collective & Community

There are so many wonderful in-person and virtual networking events and communities available for business owners at any stage and in any industry to join.

BUT …

These events provide you with only a portion of the actual support you need.

Because entrepreneurship can be lonely and many feel disconnected.

It can be overwhelming wearing all the hats and expected to know all the answers.

It can be frustrating when your family and friends don’t understand the challenges you encounter.

That’s where The Growth Collective comes in. It is a unique support community, designed only for business owners.

It's where you have the opportunity to 'unmask' and share successes and struggles, without judgement or consequence.

Here you are surrounded by only business owners who can relate to the successes, the challenges, the lifestyle shift, the ambition, the dreams AND everything in between.

Details coming soon!

My Commitment

I aim to create an inclusive space and approach my work with openness.

My coaching style and course development is neurodiverse-friendly, as well as open to students and newcomers.

I seek to co-create safer spaces through collaboration and respect of the inherent dignity and diversity of all people.

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  • "We absolutely ADORE Jodi -- her personality is incredibly welcoming, receptive, and ready to help you achieve your goals."

    Allie C., Branding and Web Design Business Owner

    1-on-1 Coaching Client

  • “Jodi is an INCREDIBLE business coach ... Jodi is honest and direct, yet kind and fun to talk to, she will not waste your time with fake platitudes. I HIGHLY recommend her programs if you want to take your small business to the next level.”

    — Jaime Drayer, Kitties and Cabernet

    Smart Growth Strategies Simplified Program Client

  • "Before I met Jodi, I was skeptical of business coaches, but she is the real deal."

    Vanessa Green, Greenlight Content

    1-on-1 Coaching Client

  • "You have helped me meet all of my expectations and more. I really enjoy having you in my corner. You are professional, fun, knowledgeable and very good at what you do.”

    Sara Lodge, Sara Lodge Nutrition

    1-on-1 Coaching, Business Planning, Smart Growth Strategies Simplified Program

  • “You have been a gem for helping me keep myself on point. You have been an invaluable asset to me. Huge. I can't even put into words how much love and gratitude I have for you. You exceeded my expectations in every way and you are a lovely, amazing human being. Thank you a million times from the bottom of my heart. I could not have done this without you! I hope this new year is good to you because you deserve only all the good things."

    Carrie Loyer, River Road Nature School

    Business Planning and Financial Forecasting Client

  • "Jodi is a great listener, she has a wealth of knowledge and is compassionate. Every business owner out there wanting to GROW their business needs Jodi in their life!!! I encourage you to at least do yourself a favor and budget this into your life... YOU NEED THIS!”

    — Lystra Dawson, Radiance Laser Clinic

    1-on-1 and Smart Growth Strategies Simplified Program Client

  • “Thank you Jodi for providing an excellent six week accountability workshop! The content, support and resources this woman can provide your business with are outstanding! Don’t miss any of her workshops! Exceptional value!”

    — Kerri R., Registered Massage Therapist and Health Clinic Owner

    Six-Week Accountability Group Client

  • "[Jodi] was very helpful with just an initial call! We discussed options for incorporation, tips for getting ahead of finances and she laid out a few different flexible plan options for me and my business. Jodi was professional and friendly and I would highly recommend to anybody looking for a tune-up of their business.”

    — Adam Cole, Done Right Pest & Wildlife Control [Owner]

    1-on-1 Consultation Client

  • "I cannot express my gratitude enough for finding this program and team. Not only did the bootcamp make the actual process of starting a business simple but the training provided step-by-step guidance for moving through the start-up process. Every day, I was provided with real steps and actions to take to actually start my business."

    — Mollie O., Holistic Nutritionist, Wellness Start-up

    1-on-1 and ‘Start a Business in 90 Days Bootcamp’ Client