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Psst… THIS PAGE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION WHILE WE UPDATE IT TO INCLUDE RECENT UPDATES TO HOW WE CAN SERVE YOU IN THE BAY!

Please email us at hello@featherbluestudios.com for a pdf that outlines the opportunity if you’re considering how we can serve you through The Small Business Bay!

Details below are not entirely accurate of the current inclusions & opportunity, as we’re making some lovely updates. Thanks!

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Hello Big-Hearted Friend!

Let me introduce you to the Bay…

 

Welcome to this exploration of The Small Business Bay, an immersive group coaching experience for women in business and big hearted female entrepreneurs. This is my heart behind The Small Business Bay for women and how it can transform your business!

 

It’s time to set you up for the next-level impact you were made to make in this world.

Whether you’re a coach or consultant, writer or speaker, fitness expert or therapist, bookkeeper or photographer, product creator or service provider…

You care DEEPLY about helping others through what you do.

And you want to step into more purpose, profit, and joy

as you impact the people who need you the most.

It’s time to turn your online presence into a space that draws your perfect clients + new opportunities with ease.

WITHOUT: awkward social trends, online overwhelm, marketing jargon, or having to chase the algorithm. (Can we get an amen!?)

Inside The Small Business Bay, we gently turn confusion, comparison, and doubts into a clear path forward as you transform your business online.

So you can breathe deep, watch your confidence SOAR, and…

… take the next right step, in the right order, at the right time.

It’s time to step into the calm waters of The Bay.


Sure, the online world is an amazing place to make connections and meet clients…

But where do you focus? What do you say?

And how do you truly GET FOUND by the people who need you the most?

MAYBE YOU’RE feeling OVERWHELMED BY:

  • A lack of clarity - what next? where to focus?

  • Trying to find enough clients, or better clients — ones you LOVE

  • Not having a grip on your marketing or messaging

  • Wondering how you can stand out in a sea of businesses online, especially if you want to do next-level things

  • The pressure to feel “salesey” or try awkward marketing trends that don’t fit your personality

  • Not being able to keep up with it all… there’s so much to do

  • Changing tech-trends and wondering how you fit in

AND MAYBE YOU’VE TRIED…

  • Copying others methods, hiring help, or following all the “shoulds”

  • Piecing together multiple plans to try to get a grip on your content creation

  • Growing on your own, but still feeling like you’re living in the shadow of what you could be bringing to the world

But you’re still not seeing the results you want or feeling true joy in your business.

You’re tired of feeling overworked and under-paid or

you sense a pivot needs to be in your future — it’s time for change.

Maybe you even have a meaningful vision…

…but don’t feel equipped with the clear path — or even just the COURAGE — to do what’s next.

And Friend — you’re not alone

Growing a business in the online space without a deeply rooted plan…

… is like throwing beautiful confetti into an endless dark hole.

Let’s not waste your opportunity, talents, heart, & gifts — let’s help your “confetti” shine bright online!

You NEED a client-cAPTIVATING PLAN.

One that’s like dropping the perfect “gourmet breadcrumbs” along a gorgeous path for your favorite client to find!

One that’s exactly right for YOU & your amazing, unique personality.

AND GOOD NEWS…

you don’t have to be the loudest voice online to get the attention your business needs. (Phew, right!?)

 


Which is why we filled a gap in supporting women like you, with the calm waters of

The Small Business Bay

our 8 month, high-touch program

a place to “tuck away from the waves,” grow + take action

When you think of a BAY, what comes to mind?

For me, it’s calm waters, beautiful scenery, a little adventure, exploring a new space, growing alongside still waters, and rest from the waves (while soaking up the sunshine).

How does that sound about now, Beautiful Friend?

That’s exactly how we want you to feel inside The Bay

(with an entrepreneur twist, of course!)

“The Bay” is our signature all-inclusive-resort-style coaching program (with group + high-touch 1-on-1 & done-for-you elements)

for women in business designed with EVERYTHING THEY NEED in one place to plant the deep roots to truly cultivate an online presence set up for next-level success.

Because Friend — I believe in what you have to offer…

…even if others don’t always understand your passion or desire to bring it to the world.

 
 


If we haven’t met, I’m Shannon

Owner here at Feather Blue Studios and founder of The Small Business Bay.

I’ve run multiple small businesses over 20 years, in more than one industry.

I’ve transitioned & pivoted more than once…grown new businesses from scratch… sold products from $9 to services of $9000.

And I feel so deeply called to serve caring, driven women like you

…through this unique coaching + done-for-you creative experience we’ve built inside The Small Business Bay.

 
 

I have had to face all-the-fears, feel all-the-feels, overcome difficulties, and embrace “growing slow” or “in bursts” depending on my season of life.

Through my own experiences, I’ve uncovered a method to show-up online that connects me to clients I love, allows me to meet powerful collaborators, & fuels exciting growth opportunities —

WITHOUT:

  • having to keep up on every crazy trend

  • feeling salesey

  • having a huge audience

  • or non-stop hustle-mode to get attention

And even better — you don’t have to do marketing just like me for it to work.

You can pick and choose from the flexible path we’ve created inside The Small Business Bay to ensure you find what works for YOU.

I see you, Beautiful:

You have unique experience, passions, and expertise

(even if you still doubt your own capabilities at times)

Maybe you wear other hats — friend, caretaker, volunteer — or even have another career or business role.

And sure — you probably feel the weight of the world at times (it’s heavy out there!).

But we’re here to make sure the weight of the world doesn’t stop you from soaring toward your dreams.

It’s time to step into SOMETHING MORE

Like never before.

We help big-hearted women like you

rise to the surface (float above the waves!) & THRIVE!

Without any REGRETS.

Because only YOU can bring exactly what you offer to the world.

 

IMAGINE, FRIEND…

THIS could be ahead…

  • Dream clients coming to you.

  • Feeling so proud of your online presence, visuals, and messaging that you can’t stop smiling

  • Having a simple marketing plan that makes sense, can go on repeat, and won’t wear you out

  • Exciting collaborations, features, & new opportunities knocking on your door

  • Being set up for that next-level thing (like writing, speaking, or leading)

  • Being able to confidently raise your prices or see more profit!

    …or being able to give-back beyond your wildest imagination to causes you care about!



ENTER THE SMALL BUSINESS BAY

Where we surround your business from EVERY ANGLE to propel you forward…

(like a really great cup of chai tea with a great blanket and your fave notebook — making you feel cozy, caffeinated, and wildly inspired all at the same time!)

We bring you a HYBRID approach like none other.

our Hybrid approach =

group + 1-on-1 + done-for-you support

You’ll not only experience group coaching, feedback from experts (from myself & others), and deeply meaningful community…

but ALSO 1-on-1 coaching, and an intensive for done-for-you help with your tech &/or creative work (writing & design).

 
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Friend — I don’t say this lightly…

I truly believe joining us inside The Bay could change your life.

We’ve designed it to grow YOU into an even more amazing calm & confident business CEO while you grow your brand online.

All within a cozy

community that is cheering you on…

… & HOLDING YOU ACCOUNTABLE.

So you can turn your frustrated sighs into squeals of CELEBRATION!

 


Because the truth is

NO MATTER HOW GOOD YOU ARE AT WHAT YOU DO

(you are even more capable than you think, Beautiful Friend!)…

No one will KNOW …

…unless your online presence communicates it!

(In fact — most people make their first impression in 1/2 a second. Eeks!)

Which is why we’re here to GIVE YOU a full transformation.

Not just how you look online as a business owner (though that’s a big deal!)…

…but how you THINK as a small business CEO, and the CONFIDENCE YOU FEEL to truly make an impact in the world through your business.

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Is it time to say yes to a business transformation & all the joys to come?

THEN it’s time to show yourSELF the commitment to getting there.

When you invest in yourself & immerse your business in The Bay…

you’re gifting yourself the motivation and space to

MAKE ROOM FOR REAL GROWTH TO HAPPEN.

 


Here’s what you actually GET when you join this 8 month program, inside The Small Business Bay…

SCROLL THROUGH THE INCLUSIONS

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The Bay includes a crazy amount of VALUE in one place…

CONSIDER THIS INVESTMENT COMPARISON…

YOU COULD hire any (or ALL) of this expertise ONE BY ONE…

Going that route could look like:

Hiring a business coach, brand strategist, marketing team, graphic designer, copywriter, mindset coach, financial team, accountability group, tech support, stock photo library, legal training, and more!

You could easily spend up to $40,000+ to get all of these services, separately.


And even then, you’d have to start fresh with each new consultant, taking the time to explain your personality, your brand story, your purposes, your style…

(do you know how many intro questionnaires to fill out that is!?!?)

Let me tell you, the time & energy that part takes is FOR REAL, Friend!



The good news is…

even with a collaborative TEAM supporting you inside The BAY

we’re not going to ask you to invest anywhere near the $40,000 that you might otherwise…

…or even the 5K to 10K we’re told that this program should be priced, because it’s so multifaceted.

We want to help you use both YOUR TIME & MONEY wisely

Saving you MONTHS — if not YEARS…

Of trying to make this transformation on your own, or build out things piece by piece, or mis-matched course by course…

(not to mention all the potential wasted dollars!!)

Here’s the investment to join us inside The Bay…

(+ See BONUSES below!)

Choose to pay in full, in 4 payments, or monthly

$3250 in full

OR 4 PAYMENTS OF $815

OR 8 PAYMENTS OF JUST $410

That’s like getting a coach, strategist, done-for-you creative work & tech support, a community, accountability, education, and more…

…at a FRACTION of the cost.

And there’s no other business program like it.

Psst… KEEP READING FOR OUR ORIGINAL LEVEL 1 OPPORTUNITY. BUT

We’ve ALSO opened up a new, Even more affordable way to join The Bay.

Be one of the first to join us at our brand new level 2 opportunity by clicking HERE for our temporary fast-action offer (FEB 2025).

PLUS

your 2 exciting bonuses!

A brand new website template (or web assessment & strategy call), partnering with Melissa of Carbon & Clay…

And access to Mikayla Taylor’s SEO mini course!

(to put into place so clients & customers can find you even easier — longterm)

And psst… one more FUN THANK-YOU, if you decide to choose the pay-in-full option >>>

(USA residents only - outside USA residents will receive an alternate thank-you credit).

permission to start feeling really excited about YOUR FUTURE, FRIEND!

I personally work with every woman inside The Bay, and can’t wait to hear your big dreams ahead…

This is Truly a no-pressure zone.

We only want to motivate you if you’re feeling the tug that this is right for you.

If you have questions — either about the program itself or to make sure this is a good fit — reach out via email or submit them on your application.

Once you get your application in, you’ll still have time to weigh your final decision and/or book a 1-on-1 discovery call to make sure this is the right opportunity for you.

 
 

Feeling that tug?

APPLY NOW & TAKE IMPACTFUL ACTION.

 

PSST…

We want you to make a wise & discerning investment.

BUT IF YOU CHOOSE TO WAIT, DON’T forget TO CONSIDER THE COST OF:

  • waiting and doing nothing (what will you never gain?)

  • still being stuck where you still are in 1 year. Or 5. or 10.

  • back-tracking or having to do things over

  • lost income because you’re not setup to sell, serve, or connect with your best client

  • piecing together separate expense or time commitments into one, long expensive string

  • and lost time toward bringing your dreams, legacy, and impact to life

  • not to mention the regrets!

Every day you wait is lost opportunity, more confusion, lost time, and the potential of massive lost income with it.

And we know some of you are saying, “I’ll wait for the perfect timing”…

But Friend — rarely does anything new feel like “the right timing.”

Life just keeps happening (often in busy & chaotic ways).

As the saying goes, the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago… the next best time is TODAY.

It’s your job to say YES to the STARTING LINE that’s going to set you up for longterm success!

(And it’s our job to walk you through the process, so you can let go of the worry, and just follow the next right step, in the right order, at the right time).

One baby step at a time.

Ultimately Friend, we want you to see

an abundance of clients, sales, & fresh opportunities online

Making a ripple-effect of world-changing impact along the way.

BUt TRUTH BOMB:

In this day & age, that means you need to EARN TRUST & CONNECTION ONLINE (in seconds!)…

If your business isn’t putting the right messaging into the world (in the most compelling way possible)…

…your online presence is working AGAINST YOU.

And then you’re doing a disservice to the audience that needs you the most.

The people who need & desire what you bring to the world.

We can help you change all that… inside The Small Business Bay.

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Without a doubt…

YOU & your BIG dreams + the people you want to serve… MATTER.

And when things MATTER…

…you take good care of them.

Which is exactly what we want to help you do.

Feeling the tug that the Bay might be right for you?

Maybe you’re feeling butterflies of excitement and the swelling of hope, mixed with a little fear…

Feel ya. BEEN THERE.

ASK YOURSELF:

“Could what I want to ACCOMPLISH be on the other side of this experience?”

We’re ready to welcome you in!

sail your ship (aka you!) to shore for a WHILE, park in the bay, anchor, re-fuel

…and build-out (or rejuvenate) this whole online business thing.

With deep purpose & real results.

(And, quite honestly, someone to talk through decisions or hand things off to once in awhile.)

Without a doubt…

The Bay is designed to save you thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours

surrounding you with so many elements & expertise.

But if you’re wondering…”Do I really need EVERYTHING here?”

The truth is, you might not need EVERY element of The Bay

(in fact, you might already be an expert in one of these areas!)

BUT THE VALUE IS SO great…

EVEN IF YOU ONLY USE HALF OF WHAT WE’RE OFFERING…

…the value is still AMAZING and we expect you will see impactful, life-changing transformation.



A FINAL PERSONAL NOTE

FROM SHANNON’S HEART

Dear Big-Hearted Friend,

Let me wrap up this page by speaking even more personally for just a minute.

First of all, I created The Bay because I feel deeply called to serve you — to help giving, compassionate, big-hearted women like you live out the most confident and fulfilling version of YOURSELF.

No matter what you believe — I deeply believe your talents & personality are unique gifts from God, who designed you with purpose — and I want to see you live those out that purpose to the FULLEST — for your own joy and for the good of those around you!

I know that making big decisions can feel scary at times (I have been there!). I know that taking a leap feels like jumping out into the unknown.

But what if… what if that “unknown” and brave choice started you along an astoundingly beautiful journey…

What if your future, your confidence, your impact, your legacy could look wonderfully differently — in the very best of ways?

Let’s get something straight…. I do not “have it all figured out.” Goodness, no. We’re all in this thing together, helping each other along the way.

I’m also NOT naturally brave, in case you were wondering. Courage is a growth process, one that I have intentionally chosen, because I feel passionate about using my gifts & talents in this world to help others (rather than hiding them).

I can say in all honesty, the most personal & business growth I have ever experienced happened when I:

  • invested money in myself & business (the motivation)

  • surrounded myself with community & accountability (the joy)

  • had a deadline / finish line in sight (the commitment)

Which is why The Bay has all three of those & more — because I can’t emphasize enough how much I want to see you follow through, grow, and succeed.

I have thought deeply about how to put all of what you need into one cozy space — and while I am always adding or improving (trial & error is a normal thing!) — The Bay is my vision come to life for serving big-hearted women like you.

I hope you’ll consider joining us.

Cheering you on!

With Purpose & Joy,

Shannon


And PS: We LOVE putting OUR money where our mouth is

>>> toward world-changing causes, that is.

(Ones that affect other women — body, mind, & soul).

$100 from each PARTICIPANT of The Bay will go toward:

STORIES FOUNDATION

SUPPORTING WOMEN & GIRLS IMPACTED BY HUMAN TRAFFICKING

We are proudly a GIVE-BACK BUSINESS and regularly use our “Giving Vault” to support organizations that align with our heart, which often include:

  • Stories Foundation (above)

  • World Vision (funding women who need small business loans in developing countries),

  • Emerge Mothers (helping single moms create a better life for themselves and their kids)

  • and other local charities & ministries that directly impact women & children

Thank you for being part of that ripple effect

Have questions?

Of course you do! So very happy to help…

(Click on any given question in our FAQ below to pull down an answer).

And when you apply — there’s room to list any questions or concerns there too, or request a no-pressure connect call to get them answered (if that feels good to you).

FAQ section:

 

+ What type of business is this for?

Even though we gear more toward helping entrepreneurs with original products & services (like coaches, accountants, therapists, creatives, wellness professionals, bookkeepers, etc), we have also helped women in direct marketing businesses or under umbrella brands (like insurance, etc) who are open to building out their own brand story and online presence (around their own interests) and letting their product be seen as a side-accent (ultimately making their new followers more curious, excited, and ready to invest). If you have questions about whether your product or service is a good fit for this program, mention it in the application.

+ When does the program start?

We generally get our next round of women settled into The Bay near the beginning of the following month and give you access to an intro training so you are prepared & excited for what to expect.

+ What are the stages of this program?

  • We lay out “Monthly Maps” for you inside The Bay that map out the most ideal route, but you can also work at your own pace. There is built-in "downtime" so you can stay caught up, or work hard then pause for awhile... such is life!
  • **Deep root planting:** The first part of the program is leaning into the modules and coaching calls for learning and reflecting so you can cultivate the deep foundations of your refreshed target audience and compelling brand story.
  • **Action-taking:** The middle of the program involves more of the implementing and project work (& eventually using your team services based on what's included in your membership). This will entirely depend on what your business needs updated -- but you will potentially work on new messaging, design elements, and a social / marketing path.
  • **Outward Implementing:** The last third of the program is meant to set you up for more actively using your chosen marketing elements, putting your brand story out into the world, refining your online presence, and beginning to see what good things grow from there! (email list growth, social growth, collaborations, new projects or offers, etc)
  • **Downtime & catch-up weeks:** We’ve built in time both throughout the program and at the end for you to “catch up” and finish strong with time to ask questions and tweak the projects you’re working on.
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    Some final kind words from women I’ve supported in business — both inside and outside The Bay.