Doing Business Gently - Online Business, Work From Rest, Midlife Christian Women, Aligned Business
Doing Business Gently is a gentle business podcast for midlife Christian women entrepreneurs (often 50+) who are weary of toxic business hustle.
It’s an invitation to build an aligned, sustainable business rooted in clarity, rest, and purpose, AND doing this without constant hustle as the norm.
This podcast is for you if you’ve built a solid service-based business but feel a quiet nudge toward something deeper and more aligned. You’re not afraid of work, you’re simply done with exhaustion being the default. You want your business to reflect your faith, values, and the season of life you’re in now.
Each episode offers gentle but grounded coaching for introverted women who want to:
- Rebuild self-trust and confidence in their decisions
- Gain spiritual and business clarity without chasing every new strategy
- Lead from identity and values instead of pressure and comparison
- Create sustainable growth that supports their health, family, and peace
This isn’t about doing less for the sake of doing less.
It’s about doing what’s aligned, and letting rest, discernment, and wisdom guide your next steps.
If you’re ready to stop forcing growth and start building a business that truly fits your life and calling, you’re in the right place.
Take a breath, press play, and let’s learn how to do business gently.
>>Explore rest-led clarity and alignment at https://SelahStudios.co
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Episodes

Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Welcome back to another episode of The Selah Entrepreneur! I'm your host, Marta Goertzen, and today we're diving deep into the four steps of The PACE Method (TM) to finding clarity in your business.
In a world filled with busyness and constant hustle, it's easy to believe that resting and saying no to opportunities is lazy or wrong in business. But what if I told you that slowing down, pausing, and taking time to rest and think could actually be the key to unlocking business clarity?
I know, it might sound a bit terrifying at first. Busyness wants us to stay in fear and constant action, convincing us that everything is important and urgent. But what if I told you that by pausing and creating space, you can tap into critical and strategic thinking and gain a clearer perspective on your business?
That's where The PACE Method comes in.
In our last episode, I gave you an overview of this powerful four-step cycle that can guide you towards finding the clarity you've been searching for. Today, we're taking a closer look at each step and how it can transform your entrepreneurial journey.
So, if you're ready to take charge of your business clarity and become a proactive and strategic leader, this episode is for you.
Remember, clarity starts with taking breaks, resting, and creating space for reflection.
It's time to embrace the Selah mindset and rethink the speed of your life and business.
Stay tuned as we dive into The PACE Method and guide you on your journey from confusion to clarity.
And, as always, if you need some extra support in finding clarity and implementing The PACE Method, or if you simply want to work from a place of rest, I'm here to help. Schedule a clarity call at https://SelahStudios.co/discovery and let's create a plan that will lead you towards the clarity and success you deserve.
Let's get started and find that business clarity together on The Selah Entrepreneur!
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Resources:
Read this show transcript: https://SelahStudios.co/8
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Let's Connect:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/martagoertzen
Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco
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Are you ready to find clarity for your business and website? I’d love to help:
>> Get clarity on your business and website plans with the Business Clarity Coaching Sessions: https://SelahStudios.co/coaching
>> DOWNLOAD: A copy of the P.A.C.E. Method diagram here https://selahstudios.co/pacemethod/
>> DISCOVERY CALL: Schedule a free Discovery Call to find out how Business Clarity Coaching might be your best next step. https://selahstudios.co/discovery/

Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Are you feeling stuck looking for clarity in your business?
When we are seeking clarity in our business and what we feel called to do, we have this desire to sprint to the finish line and get to the answer fast.
Hate to break it to you, but that’s now how clarity comes. You will have major breakthroughs and oh wow moments along the journey, which are truly fun and energizing. And fun to share, I might add! The journey of clarity, however, comes through time, effort, thinking, prayer, and seeking wise counsel.
Instead of sprinting to the finish line in search of an answer, think of this more like a marathon. You set a pace that works for you so that you are on this entrepreneurial journey for the long-haul and not burning yourself out.
In your journey to clarity, you need to set your pace (aka run your race) because there is work to do along the way. If you are running too fast, you will simply skim the surface. Skimming makes you miss the questions and the opportunity to dig deep for answers that can change you, your life, and your business.
Today, I’m excited to share with you to my “PACE MethodTM to Business Clarity.”
The clarity cycle includes:
P is for Pause
A is for Assess
C is for Clarify
E is for Evaluate
Listen in and learn how to apply my PACE MethodTM to your clarity journey.
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Links & Resources:
State of Virginia Mental Health Divisions: Activity Pacing (PDF)
Read the Transcript: https://SelahStudios.co/7
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Let's Connect:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/martagoertzen
Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco
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Are you ready to find clarity for your business and website? I’d love to help:
>> Get clarity on your business and website plans with the Business Clarity Coaching Sessions: https://SelahStudios.co/coaching
>> DOWNLOAD: A copy of the P.A.C.E. Method diagram here https://selahstudios.co/pacemethod/
>> DISCOVERY CALL: Schedule a free Discovery Call to find out how Business Clarity Coaching might be your best next step. https://selahstudios.co/discovery/

Wednesday Jun 28, 2023
Wednesday Jun 28, 2023
Welcome to The Selah Entrepreneur podcast.
In today's episode, we're going to talk about finding encouragement during the hard seasons.
Life is full of ups and downs, whether it's in personal or business life, and it's during the tough times that we need to remember to look for the beauty around us.
In this episode:
We'll explore how we can find growth and positive changes during difficult times, just like the changes we can see in nature after a storm
I share my own experiences of finding inspiration on a hiking trail after hard winter season and how it relates to the business world
So, if you're going through a tough season in your life or business, be sure to stick around for some words of encouragement.
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Resources:
Read this show transcript: https://SelahStudios.co/6
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Let's Connect:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/martagoertzen
Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco
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Are you ready to find clarity for your business and website? I’d love to help:
>> Get clarity on your business and website plans with the Business Clarity Coaching Sessions: https://SelahStudios.co/coaching
>> Design a simple and sustainable business that you love, and can steward well with the Selah Society Mastermind here: https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind
>> FREEBIE: Cultivating a habit of gratitude can make a huge difference as you walk through a difficult season. Grab your FREE 7-Day Gratitude Starter Kit here: https://selahstudios.co/gratitude/

Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Distraction, noise, and conflicting advice are some of the biggest issues keeping you from starting, or continuing, your business clarity journey.
When life and business get really loud it’s time to make some changes.
In this episode of The Selah Entrepreneur, we take a look at what could be blocking you on your journey to finding clarity in your business and 2 simple steps you can take to change that.
Listen to today's episode and find out:
Simple ways to reduce the noise coming at you from all directions.
How mental and physical clutter can create extra stress and keep you from finding direction in your business.
How freeing up mental clutter can give your brain a break to think strategically, intentionally, and creatively about your business.
A reminder that clarity is a journey of discovery that gets uncovered in layers.
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Let's Connect:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/martagoertzen
Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco
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Are you ready to find clarity for your business and website? I’d love to help:
>> Get clarity on your business and website plans with the Business Clarity Coaching Sessions: https://SelahStudios.co/coaching
>> Design a simple and sustainable business that you love, and can steward well with the Selah Society Mastermind here: https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind

Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
On this episode of The Selah Entrepreneur, I’m sharing eight questions entrepreneurs should ask themselves to determine if they're ready to pivot and grow.
Here are a few things we cover:
If you're feeling burnt out or less passionate about your business, it might be time to consider growing or pivoting.
Eight questions you should ask to help you identify if it's time for a change.
It’s time to ask yourselves deeper questions about their business, including what they love and dread doing, the clients they enjoy working with, and what they secretly long to do.
Listen in and learn how to identify what's working and what's not in your business and whether it's time for a change.
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Let's Connect:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/martagoertzen
Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco
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Are you ready to find clarity for your business and website? I’d love to help:
>> Get clarity on your business and website plans with the Business Clarity Coaching Sessions: https://SelahStudios.co/coaching
>> Design a simple and sustainable business that you love, and can steward well with the Selah Society Mastermind here: https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind

Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
A rested entrepreneur takes breaks from their business. Regularly. Have you established a habit of rest in your work schedule? Does taking a break, a personal retreat, or business retreat sound like a dreamy idea as you balance life, health, and caregiving all while running your online business?
Join be today as we look at the differences between retreat and mini-retreats and how to create a habit of rest as a woman over 50 running an online business.
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Links & Resources:
Feeling stressed and anxious on your journey to find clarity? A practice of daily gratitude can make a huge difference. In fact, if you let it, it can change everything. Jumpstart your gratitude habit with my 7-Days of Gratitude Starter kit here: https://selahstudios.co/gratitude
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Let's Connect:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/martagoertzen
Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco
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Are you ready to find clarity for your business and website? I’d love to help:
>> Get clarity on your business and website plans with the Business Clarity Coaching Sessions: https://SelahStudios.co/coaching
>> Design a simple and sustainable business that you love, and can steward well with the Selah Society Mastermind here: https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind

Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Clarity is a journey, especially for creative women like us that have a lot of interests, love bright shiny new ideas, and love to learn. It’s not a process that should be rushed, know that you are on a journey that involves learning along the way.
Clarity comes and phases and layers and it comes through taking action not by sitting on the sidelines waiting for lightning bolt answers.
Let’s dive into what clarity means, how to find clarity for your online business, what to do with it, and more.
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Links & Resources:
Feeling stressed and anxious on your journey to find clarity? A practice of daily gratitude can make a huge difference. In fact, if you let it, it can change everything. Jumpstart your gratitude habit with my 7-Days of Gratitude Starter kit here: https://selahstudios.co/gratitude
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Let's Connect:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/martagoertzen
Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco
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Are you ready to find clarity for your business and website? I’d love to help:
>> Get clarity on your business and website plans with the Business Clarity Coaching Sessions: https://SelahStudios.co/coaching
>> Design a simple and sustainable business that you love, and can steward well with the Selah Society Mastermind here: https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind

Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Welcome! To the very first episode. Today we’re taking a look at the word Selah.
Why does it apply to entrepreneurship?
Why do we need to become rested entrepreneurs?
Why do we need to learn to work from a place of rest?
And we’re going to look at the word Selah itself, its origin and meaning.
As women over 50, we have a unique perspective on life and what business can be as we balance life, caregiving, home, and business. Adopting a Selah Mindset that looks at rest, mental health, and managing stress and anxiety while running our businesses helps us identify the lies that busyness throws at us.
FREEBIE: Grab your list of Restivities (restful activities) here and jumpstart your rested approach to running your online business: https://selahstudios.co/rested
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Let's Connect:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/martagoertzen
Facebook: https://Facebook.com/selahstudiosco
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Are you ready to find clarity for your business and website? I’d love to help:
>> Get clarity on your business and website plans with the Business Clarity Coaching Sessions: https://SelahStudios.co/coaching
>> Design a simple and sustainable business that you love, and can steward well with the Selah Society Mastermind here: https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind

Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Here on the The Selah Entrepreneur podcast, my goal is to help you find ways to get unstuck in your business, cut through all the noise of conflicting advice, get clarity about your online business, and learn ways to reduce the stress and overwhelm you feel as you try to take care of your family, your health, your clients, and your business.
Hi, I’m Marta Goertzen, entrepreneur and online business owner since 2008. I’m also a dog mom, fibro fighter, photographer, and caregiver. As a multi-passionate entrepreneur, it took me years to discover what I wanted to be when my business and I grew up. Getting clear about the work I truly enjoy, the type of business that works for me, and learning how to manage caregiving along with running my business has been a long journey. One I truly believe was well worth taking.
The clarity I longed for didn’t come until I learned how important it is to add intentional rest to my schedule and give myself time to think, pray, and connect with other like-minded women who understood this crazy entrepreneurial journey.
Developing a habit of rest gave me the mental space I needed to ask better, deeper questions that helped me finally see the possibilities of what my business could be like and take action instead of just hoping things would change. I’d love to share how you can find that clarity too.
If you are ready for a business that works for you in the current season of life you are in. Then it’s time to stop buying all the courses, filling countless journals, and wishing that something would change. Let’s roll up our sleeves, ask those hard questions, as we sojourn together through life and entrepreneurship as women over 50.
Join me as we talk about running an online business, managing stress and anxiety, stepping into the calling on our hearts, and taking the action needed to find the clarity we’ve been looking for, all without needing to burn the candle at both ends.Along the way we meet other women as they share their stories of clarity, calling and the journey it’s taken to get to where they are today.
Welcome to the Selah Entrepreneur podcast.
Are you ready to find clarity for your business and website? I’d love to help:
>> Get clarity on your business and website plans with the Business Clarity Coaching Sessions: https://SelahStudios.co/coaching
>> Design a simple and sustainable business that you love, and can steward well with the Selah Society Mastermind here: https://SelahStudios.co/mastermind










