Back in 2021 when I was about a year into trying to run online programs, I came across a book that changed how I think.​But let me rewind slightly. Prior to Covid I NEVER thought I could make money online because I didn’t really know that whole world existed.​But in March 2020, when everything shut […]

When saying nothing costs you clients

Patrice with laptop sitting on floor looking out of the window

*****get cozy this is a BIT of a longer read. But one that I hope is worth your time. ​​Last Friday, I had the biggest meeting of my entrepreneurial life. A reminder that you never know who is watching you. Not everyone COMMENTS and LIKES and REPLIES. (although please don’t stop if you do😆) And if you […]

You never know who’s watching

I had a totally different email planned for today -a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like inside my storytelling programs -but I don’t feel compelled to write that today.​Last night, while trying (and failing) not to rage scroll🥴 I kept getting caught up in the courage of so many people (looking at you Minnesotans.)​​But one reel LITERALLY stopped […]

We need more Rachael’s

For most of 2025, I took a big step back from being as visible on Instagram as I once was—a place that has been a real home for genuine connection and incredible clients for years.​My algorithm was about as depressing as one could get and the constant stream of terrified, dead and orphaned children was […]

When the world feels like it’s burning (and you still have to show up)

Don’t worry…this is not my sappy end-of-year reflection or my “oh s&^#^&&### how has another year gone by” note. That one’s coming next week. (#phew)​​How are you doing by the way?​This month I’ve been balancing on that glorious thin edge between “the breakdown is imminent… today” And “I can’t believe this is my beautiful life.” (With a brief […]

What do you want to be known for in 2026?

Yesterday I ditched my computer entirely and spent the day with two of my favorite humans – both mentors, both friends, both currently living in Portugal for the next month. And one whom I met in person for the first time ever. We’ve been. chatting for almost 3 years online. Quick story on Gemma. The […]

What happens when everyone taps into the same brain?

My husband lost a university friend three weeks ago.Healthy. Fit. Early 40s. Two young kids. Just sold a business this year.​He came to Lisbon only last month and was playing paddle with my boys and sharing with Olly about the plans he had for 2026.​But three Tuesdays ago he went to bed and didn’t wake […]

It’s been a month…

It’s been a minute since I just… caught you up on life without trying to sell you an AI Agent–building workshop. (Although, if you did come… have you recovered yet?? Because I’m not totally sure I have🤣.)​​Here’s the guilty-pleasure song I played to welcome 200 of you into that very scary arena: Huey Lewis. (I DARE YOU […]

What Mary J. Blige, a $30 babysitter, and an AI Agent have in common

In case you missed Wednesday’s email… I mentioned that I’m about to love bomb your inbox for the next few weeks as I am running a “How to Build Your Own Storytelling AI Agent” workshop at the end of this month…​​Huh what?​​If you want your mind to be actually blown and see how you can turn […]

30 women, 1 Canva logo, and why you don’t need perfect!

Hi there, Because I think in stories I MUST close this loop for you.. (me?)BOTH OF US 🙂 For those following along, I mentioned last week that I was invited to teach to Justin Welsh’s Substack community called “Unsubscribe.” ​Justin is the Corporate → Solopreneur Messiah. He is also the Dodo Bird/Wooly Mammoth example of when […]

What I taught Justin Welsh’s community (and why it matters)