Sonie Skogerson’s Journey on Building a Business with Heart & Hustle

n this inspiring and relatable episode, Evan Wohl chats with Sonie Skogerson, a Budget Blinds franchise owner who turned a leap of faith into a thriving business. Sonie shares how she launched her window treatment company with minimal training, the value of early marketing hustle, and how her love for fabric and design fueled her first projects.

She dives deep into the support system provided by the franchise, including a strong coaching culture that evolves as your business grows. From tackling early challenges like cash flow and closing rates to navigating tariffs and scaling with the help of community and peer groups, Sonie highlights the power of mentorship, consistency, and social media—especially Instagram—as key drivers of success.

This conversation is packed with valuable takeaways for any entrepreneur, especially those navigating franchise ownership, marketing on a budget, and building a referral-based business.

Key takeaways:
• The unique impact of a support system within a franchise network
• The transition from corporate fashion to entrepreneurship and the role of social media in marketing
• Tried and tested strategies for generating referrals
• An inside look into the essential support networks and business coaching that fuel her growth

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