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Hi! Glad you’re here — collabs are a key to our success. 😊
So, let’s work together to create win-win-win sitches for you, me, and our audiences. Sweeeeet!
Before You Dive In…
Let’s make sure we’re on the same page in terms of terminology. For the context of SBSF Collabs, here are some terms that’ll be used and how I’m defining them.
SBSF Collabs Terminology
- Bundle: A collection of thematically related and curated resources that have been contributed by a select group of Contributors. Even if it’s not in the name of the bundle (that’s bundle with a small “b”) — like the Hit the Ground Running Giveaway and the Quick Wins Action Pack — it’s a Bundle.
- Summit: My generic term for summits, expos, and other collaborative events that are not “just” Bundles, but include presentations, demos, etc. as a focal point of the Event.
- Event: My generic collective term for Bundles, Summits, etc.
- Waitlist: A mechanism for prospective Bundle/Summit-Goers to register their interest in the Event before the Event opens/goes live, usually accompanied by special perks like an exclusive free gift or early access to the Event.
- Tier: A price/resources level (for Bundles/Summits with more than one option (e.g., $0 Tier with freebies and a $27 Tier with additional premium resources).
- Host: SBSF (That’d be me!).
- Contributor/Collaborator/Speaker/Presentor/Partner: Anyone donating a resource/presentation/etc. to a Bundle/Summit/Event.
- Contribution (aka Goodie): A resource from a Contributor that’s included in a Bundle/Summit.
- Bundle/Summit/Event-Goer or Attendee: Anyone who signs up for a Bundle/Summit (or even Waitlist).
- Subscriber: Anyone who gets added to our email lists by signing up for our Contribution(s) to a Bundle/Summit.
- Affiliate: Anyone who’s signed up (via ThriveCart) to promote SBSF Events (or other products) in exchange for sales commissions.
- Sponsor: Any Contributor (or other biz) who’s invested in amplified and prioritized positioning and additional special perks at an Event.
About The Collab Events
Who doesn’t love bundles, summits, and other events? In my book, they’re all-around awesome!
Anyway, here are some high-level details and links for SBSF Bite-Sized Bundles, Snackable Summits, and other Highly-Consumable Experiences — click the little toggle arrowhead to expand/collapse the info section for each Event. The Contributors’ Hub for each Event will have additional detailed info, swipes, etc. Feel free to bookmark these pages.
Band together with fellow Contributors to grow your email list with
tons of warm new leads and serve other small businesses and entrepreneurs!
💥 Comms, Content & Copy Catalyst — Jan 5-9, 2026
Details + Links that apply to CCCC (Updated: Oct 16, 2026)
⚡Overview
Event Premise & Purpose
This freebie swap Giveaway gives folx some shiny and new biz resources to start the year off strong. It aims to help them refocus after the holiday season, entice them to actually get sh*t done, and fulfill the year’s goals.
All freebies pertain to business communications, content programming, copywriting, or related systems. These things are shortcuts people can use help connect with, converse with, and/or compel/convert their audiences. To drive biz success.
The timing of this Bundle is deliberate. We’re trying to reach people returning from holidays, vacas, travel, etc. We’re helping them shift gears and get back into a productive work mindset and action-oriented routines.
Contributors will also have the opportunity to tease/feature a non-free item that bundle-goers can buy.
Key Dates – All Time PACIFIC
- Contributor Application Opens: Now!
- Contributor Application Closes: Dec 19-ish*, 2025 (11:59pm)
- Waitlist Open: N/A
- Waitlisters Early Access: N/A
- Sponsorship Deadline: Dec 29-ish, 2025 (11:59pm)
- Cart Opens/Promo Period Starts: Jan 5 (12am)
- Cart Closes/Promo Period Ends: Jan 9 (11:59pm)
- Stealth-Mode: Jan 10 (12am)-23 (11:59pm)
- Redemption Deadline: Jan 23 (11:59pm)
* This Deadline is flexible. I can add Contributions up to (and even during) Open Cart. However, late additions may not be included in some/all of the Promo Packet materials I provide for Contributors/Affiliates. You can adjust the promo materials to include your Contribution, though.
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✅ Content Done Right Summit — Mar 23-27, 2026
Details + Links that apply to CDRS (Updated: Oct. 16, 2025)
⚡Overview
Event Premise & Purpose
This Summit aims to help small biz folx light a fire under their butts when it comes to all things “content.” They’ve probably made their plans and created new offers — but thier new year’s resolve is definitely starting to peter out. So, now they need bite-sized, actionable strategies and tips (and tools, templates, and other resources!) to make sharing their awesomeness with their audiences. That’s where we and our Presentations/Contributions come in!
Key Dates – All Times PACIFIC
- Contributor Application Opens By: Feb 10
- Contributor Application Closes: Mar 10-ish*
- Sponsorship Deadline: Mar 13-ish, 2025
- Waitlist Opens/Promo Period Starts: Mar 16 (12am)
- Waitlister Cart Opens: Mar 19 (12am)
- Cart Opens: Mar 23 (12am)
- Cart Closes/Promo Period Ends: Mar 27 (11:59pm)
- Stealth-Mode: Mar 28 (12am)-Apr 10 (11:59pm)
- Redeem By: Apr 10 (11:59pm)
* This Deadline is flexible. I can add Contributions up to (and even during) Open Cart. However, late additions may not be included in some/all of the Promo Packet materials I provide for Contributors/Affiliates. You can adjust the promo materials to include your Contribution, though.
⚡Actions
🏕️ Low-Lift Content Camp — Jun 2-4, 2026
Details + Links that apply to just the LLCC (Updated: Oct 17, 2025)
⚡Overview
Event Premise & Purpose
This mid-year freemium Event aims to relight the fire of ambition, motivation, accomplishment — whatever you call that mobilized energy in your belly that drives you to actually get sh*t done and fulfill goals. It’s intended to be a fun and easy-breezy reminder/support to stick with all things comms, content, and copy during this period when drive starts to taper off….
The structure for this Event is TBD. I expect it’ll be a mix of on-demand Summit + co-working/collab sessions + some live workshops or Q&A + a GID challenge. I may also do an Open House to my membership. A swag bag will be involved as well. Think fun, light, interactive, engaging. I’m open to ideas for what to do/include!
The timing of this Bundle is deliberate. We’re trying to reach folx before kids’ school breaks start, before summer vaca season is in full swing in the Northern hemisphere, etc. Plus, you’ll see that the redemption period is relatively short — the whole point is to mobilize people and keep the momentum going.
Key Dates – All Times PACIFIC
- Contributor Application Opens By: Apr 19
- Contributor Application Closes: May 19-ish*
- Sponsorship Deadline: May 22-ish
- Waitlist Opens/Promo Period Starts: May 26 (12am)
- Waitlister Cart Opens: May 29 (12am)
- Cart Opens: Jun 2 (12am)
- Cart Closes/Promo Period Ends: Jun 4 (11:59pm)
- Stealth-Mode: Jun 5 (12am)-19 (11:59pm)
- Redeem By: Jun 19 (11:59pm)
* This Deadline is flexible. I can add Contributions up to (and even during) Open Cart. However, late additions may not be included in some/all of the Promo Packet materials I provide for Contributors/Affiliates. You can adjust the promo materials to include your Contribution, though.
⚡Actions
✨ Communicate Great Biz Bash — Sep 14-18, 2026
Details + Links that apply to just the CGBB (Updated: Oct 17, 2025)
⚡Overview
Event Premise & Purpose
This more-than-just-a-Bundle experience aims to give small biz folx bit-sized, actionable tools, templates, and other resources to help them communicate better in/about their businesses. There will also be an audio-only presentation component to this event.
There are two tiers for this Bundle so Subscribers can join at a price point that’s comfortable to them. The free tier will offer freebies. The paid tier wil include premium resources. As Contributors, I think this offers a nice balance of list building for volume (i.e., max # of leads) and quality (i.e., warm leads). (And offers an opp to earn a little money in exchange for the work and value we’re putting in.)
The Redemption Window is short by design.
- Timing’s intended to get bundle-goers onto your list and welcomed before the pre-holiday and holiday seasons kick into high gear.
- It’s a small, focused Bundle. People should be able to explore/opt into gifts quickly.
- We want folx to take action — actually claim and use the resources.
Key Dates – All Times PACIFIC
- Contributor Application Opens By: Aug 3
- Contributor Application Closes: Aug 31-ish*
- Sponsorship Deadline: Sep 4-ish
- Waitlist Opens/Promo Period Starts: Sep 7 (12am)
- Waitlister Cart Opens: Sep 10 (12am)
- Cart Opens: Sep 14 (12am)
- Cart Closes/Promo Period Ends: Sep 18 (11:59pm)
- Stealth-Mode: Sep 19 (12am)-Oct 3 (11:59pm)
- Redeem By: Oct 3 (11:59pm)
* This Deadline is flexible. I can add Contributions up to (and even during) Open Cart. However, late additions may not be included in some/all of the Promo Packet materials I provide for Contributors/Affiliates. You can adjust the promo materials to include your Contribution, though.
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📅 More (Possible) Upcoming Events!
This Section’ I’s Under Construction — Bits and bobs about potential future Events (Updated: Oct. 2025)
⚡Quick Wins Action Pack — Mid-Summer 2026 (Tenatative)
Details + Links that apply to just the QWAP (Updated: COMING SOON!)
⚡Details
Overview
This mid-year Bundle aims to relight the fire of ambition, motivation, accomplishment — whatever you call that mobilized energy in your belly that drives you to actually get sh*t done and fulfill goals.
⚡Actions
The timing of this Bundle is deliberate. We’re trying to reach folx before kids’ summer breaks start, before summer vaca season is in full swing, etc. Plus, you’ll see that the redemption period is relatively short — the whole point is to motivate and mobilize people to keep the momentum going.
Key Dates
- Contributor Application Opens: Mar. 31 (12am Pacific Time)
- Contributor Application Closes: Apr. 30 (11:59pm Pacific Time)
- Cart Opens: Jun. 9 (12am Pacific Time)
- Mid-Bundle Price Increase: Jun. 12 (12pm Pacific Time)
- Cart Closes: Jun. 15 (11:59pm Pacific Time)
- Redeem By: Jun. 29 (11:59pm Pacific Time)
(Normally, there’d be a Waitlist. But, this year I can’t do one due to schedule conflicts.)
About the Bundle
- Theme: Mid-Year Push.
- Audience: Action-oriented small biz folx who’re seeking shortcuts and streamlining.
- # Contributors: 20-30.
- Expected Reach: TBD (2024, the first year for this Bundle, there were 24 Contributors. 859 people signed up for the Bundle. My Bundle Contributions were claimed by an average of 169 people. However, the format of the Bundle is changing this year.)
- Bundle Format: Paid, but with a free Tier offering Contributors’ free lead magnets. All Subscribers will be invited to Take Action Sessions. Paid Tier includes a Resources Tracker. There will probably also be an Exclusive Deals and/or Bonus Offer section in both Tiers.
- Bundle Price: Baby Steps Tier – Free; Big Strides Tier – $8ish USD, then $12ish USD. Once Subscribers pay to access the Big Strides Tier, they can claim any contributed items for free (i.e., they aren’t paying anything additional). I’m going to experiment with a lower quick-action price and then bump it up to a higher price point mid-cart. Final price of paid Tier may change based on the number of items contributed. (e.g., If there are 15 items, the prices will be $7/$11 but if there are closer to 30 items, the prices will be $9/$13.)
- Coupon Code: Please use the coupon code given on the Application. If possible, please pre-apply the coupon code so that it’s part of the URL to your landing page — the less copy/pasting and clicking around Subscribers have to do, the better. Thanks!!!
- Differentiators/Value Props:
- Small, manageable collection of laser-focused, curated items. All resources are focused, bite-sized, and actionable — designed for quick implementation and incremental-yet-meaningful results fast.
- I aim to make this not just a bundle, but an event or experience — both for Contributors and Subscribers. Details TBD. But, I want this bundle to stand out as something special and impactful.
- I may add in mid-cart bonuses and/or prizes for various Subscriber/Contributor/Affiliate accomplishments (e.g., some kind of reward for the first purchase/sale).
- I’m experimenting with a mid-cart price increase. The hope is that this will encourage early promotion, early purchases, and early leads for Contributors.
About Your Contribution(s)
- Contribution Price:
- $13+ USD. (The price you normally sell the contributed item for must be at least $13 USD. I need to ensure that all Contributions cost at least as much as the highest Bundle Tier price.)
- You can also submit a lead magnet to share in the freebie section. This must be something you always offer for free but doesn’t need to be something that’s always available on your website. It cannot be a product you usually sell but are discounting to be 100% off.
- Contribution Category: Your Contribution should fit nicely into at least one of the categories below. I’m looking for 2-3 items per category. Learn More
- Marketing & Sales
- Customer/Client Service & Success
- Business Development & Strategic Partnerships
- Product/Service Development
- Operations & Logistics, Business Admin & Management
- Systems & Tech
- Program & Project Management
- Mindset & Workplace Wellness
- Contribution Type:
- Templates, forms, checklists, SOPs, swipes, tools, etc. are ideal — resources subscribers can grab and hit the ground running with no “learning curve” time.
- Items that deliver specific, definable, quick results.
- No lengthy/complex/many-parts trainings/programs, memberships, 1:1 offers, future live events, or “pre-sells”. But, you can offer this as your Add-On.
- Contribution Requirements & Restrictions: Your Contribution(s):
- Must be ready when you apply (bc this is a 1-round application process).
- Must be immediately available to the Subscriber when they claim it. Your Contribution(s) must be instantly deliverable to claimants.
- Can’t be something included in another Bundle during the Cart Open period.
- Can’t require a CC to claim your resource(s).
- Can’t be something you normally offer for free on your website (i.e., no freebies/lead magnets/opt-ins).
- Add-Ons: Bumps, tripwires, upsells, downsells, cross-sells, etc. allowed as long as no CC is required to check out.
Include a Bonus Offer, Too!
In addition to your freebie/usually-paid-for resource, you can have one featured Bonus Offer. Your Bonus Offer should be a paid item.
- Your Bonus Offer is not directly included/given away via QWA Pack; bundle-goers are not getting this “extra resource” for free/as an inclusion. We’re just leveraging the Bundle to expand awareness of your Bonus Offer. The goal is to provide a clear, easy next step for bundle-goers to progress in their journey with you and your biz.
- Because this is intended to be a stepping stone into the world of your paid offers, a lower-ticket (sub-$200?) offer is probably best. (People are unlikely to go from grabbing freebies/an ultra-low-ticket Bundle pass to dropping $1,000s on a program straightaway….)
- Your Bonus Offer should include a discount, a free bonus, or some other special enticement bundle-goers won’t find elsewhere. But, please, DO NOT DISCOUNT your offer to 100% off. Bonus Offers are not intended to be free giveaways — they are intended to create a value-for-money transaction.
- If you have an Affiliate Program that I can sign up for, your Bonus Offer will use my affiliate link to your sales/landing page for the resource.
About Live Bundle Events (Optional, Encouraged)
You’ll have a chance to indicate your interest in hosting a Bundle-related Event on the Application. If you indicate that you’re interested, I’ll follow up with next steps.
- Event Type: Take Action Sessions. These are sessions in which Bundle-goers can start putting their new resources to use. It’s up to the host to decide what their TAS will look like. More details are provided on the application and to those who express interest.
Sponsorship Opportunities! (Optional, Encouraged, Appreciated!)
Want even greater exposure? Be a Sponsor!
You’ll have a chance to indicate your interest in one of the limited sponsorships on the Application. If you indicate that you want to be a Sponsor, I’ll follow up with next steps.
The total number of sponsorship positions will depend on the total number of Contributors. If we have 20 Contributors, there’ll be 5 Sponsor opps; if we have 25 Contributors, there’ll be 6 Sponsor opps; if we have 30 Contributors, there’ll be 7 Sponsor opps. There will be no more than three Sponsors at each sponsorship level.
GLOW Sponsor: $100. Limit: 1-3.
Your GLOW Sponsorship includes:
- Feature blurb in my regular Tuesday newsletter to my Welcomed Subscribers (i.e., about 1,400 people as of 3/19/25) during Open Cart Period.
- Solo email to my Welcomed Subscribers during Open Cart Period if you provide me with swipe copy.
- Priority placement of your Contributions on all applicable Waitlist/Bundle pages.
- Large logo on all applicable Waitlist/Bundle pages. Plus, on the Gift Gallery page, a link to more details that will show your bio, headshot, website, etc.
- Priority placement in the Resource Tracker on both the Resources and Connect with Contributors tabs.
- Inclusion in Special Thanks section in first Bundle Thank You email.
- “Sponsor” Badge
- 50% affiliate commissions for Bundle sales (including sign-up pages’ bumps/upsells) + 180-day cookie for all eligible SBSF products*
- Priority scheduling if you decide to host a Take Action Session. Plus, priority placement or feature in any emails/social announcements about the Sessions.
- 50% off coupon for any single one-time payment item (main product and bump) in my shop bought within 5 months of the SFSI Redemption Deadline.
- $100 credit towards my DFY and DWY services bought within 5 months of the SFSI Redemption Deadline.**
GROW Sponsor: $75. Limit: 1-3.
Your GROW Sponsorship includes:
- Feature blurb in my regular Tuesday newsletter to my Welcomed Subscribers (i.e., about 1,400 people as of 3/19/25) during Redemption Period.
- Priority placement of your Contributions on all applicable Waitlist/Bundle pages (after GLOW Sponsors)
- Medium-sized logo on applicable Waitlist/Bundle pages.
- Priority placement in the Resource Tracker on both the Resources and Connect with Contributors tabs (ie, you’ll be near the top, after GLOW Sponsors)
- Inclusion in Special Thanks section in first Bundle Thank You email.
- “Sponsor” Badge
- 35% affiliate commissions for Bundle sales (including sign-up pages’ bumps/upsells) + 90-day cookie for all eligible SBSF products*
- 35% off coupon for any single one-time payment item (main product and bump) in my shop bought within 4 months of the SFSI Redemption Deadline.
- $75 credit towards my DFY and DWY services bought within 4 months of the SFSI Redemption Deadline.**
GO Sponsor: $50. Limit: 1-3.
Your GO Sponsorship includes:
- Priority placement of your Contributions on applicable Waitlist/Bundle pages (after GROW Sponsors)
- Small logo on Waitlist/Bundle Sign-Up pages
- Priority placement in the Resource Tracker on both the Resources and Connect with Contributors tabs (ie, you’ll be near the top, after GROW Sponsors)
- Inclusion in Special Thanks section in first Bundle Thank You email.
- “Sponsor” Badge
- 90-day affiliate cookie for all eligible SBSF products*
- 30% off coupon for any single one-time payment item (main product and bump) in my shop bought within 3 months of the SFSI Redemption Deadline.
- $50 credit towards my DFY and DWY services bought within 3 months of the SFSI Redemption Deadline.**
* Restrictions apply: The higher commission rates and extended cookie durations are only good on one-time payment products sold in my shop (via ThriveCart). Subscriptions, memberships, and services are not eligible for the higher rates/longer cookies. Regular affiliate commissions for OTP products is 30% with a 60-day cookie.
** Non-transferrable. Services must be purchased or contracted for within the stated timeframe but don’t need to be completed within the timeframe. So, you can plan ahead!
Miscellany
- All Contributors will get free access to the paid Tier of the Bundle.
- People who register for the Bundle and who claim my Contribution(s) will be added to my email list. Only the people who claim your Contribution(s) will get added to your email list.
- PLEASE REVIEW THE REST OF THIS BUNDLE HUB PAGE FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS regarding things like Promo Requirements, Eligibility, Compliance, etc.
⚖️ Small Bizzing Better Bash — Aug 17-21, 2026 (Tentative)
Learn More (Updated: COMING SOON!)
Details + Links that apply to just the SBBB (Updated: COMING SOON!)
⚡Details
Overview
This late-Summer Bundle aims to help bring fun, joy, balance, empowerment, simplicity, ease, wellness, etc. into the daily lives of small biz folx.
⚡Actions
The timing of this Bundle is deliberate. We’re trying to reach folx as summer is winding down and kids are returning to school — a natural period of transition when routines often get disarrayed. But also a time to seize the opportunity to inject fresh ideas and implement new practices and habits!
The redemption period is relatively short — the whole point is to motivate and mobilize people to take action.
Key Dates
- Contributor Application Opens: Jul. 7 (12am Pacific Time)
- Contributor Application Closes: Aug. 11 (11:59pm Pacific Time)
- Waitlist Opens: Aug. 11 (12am Pacific Time)
- Waitlister Cart Opens: Aug. 14 (12am Pacific Time)
- Cart Opens: Aug. 18 (12am Pacific Time)
- Mid-Bundle Price Increase: Aug. 21 (12pm Pacific Time) (Tentative)
- Cart Closes: Aug. 24 (11:59pm Pacific Time)
- Redeem By: Sep. 7 (11:59pm Pacific Time)
About the Bundle
- Theme: Sustainable self-care, workplace wellness, and work/life balance — even for busy small biz folx.
- Audience: Action-oriented small biz folx who’re seeking resources to facilitate sustainability, streamlining, and systematizing their businesses and support their personal life/care so they can show up in their businesses with vitality and without overwhelm or burnout.
- # Contributors: 25-30.
- Expected Reach: TBD (2025 will be the first year for this Bundle.)
- Bundle Type: Paid, but with a free Tier offering Contributors’ free lead magnets.
- Bundle Price: Striving Tier – Free; Thriving Tier – $5 USD, then $7 USD. Thriving Tier includes a Resource Tracker. Once Subscribers pay to access Thriving Tier, they can then claim any contributed items for free (i.e., they aren’t paying anything additional).
- Coupon Code: Please use the coupon code given on the Application. If possible, please pre-apply the coupon code so that it’s part of the URL to your landing page — the less copy/pasting and clicking around Subscribers have to do, the better. Thanks!!!
- Differentiators/Value Props:
- Small, manageable collection of curated items. All resources are focused, bite-sized, and actionable — designed for quick implementation and incremental-yet-meaningful results fast.
- I aim to make this not just a bundle, but an event or experience — both for Contributors and Subscribers. Details TBD. But, I want this bundle to stand out as something special and impactful.
- I may add in mid-cart bonuses and/or prizes for various Subscriber/Contributor/Affiliate accomplishments (e.g., some kind of reward for the first purchase/sale).
- I’m experimenting with a mid-cart price increase. The hope is that this will encourage early promotion and early Subscribers.
About Your Contribution(s)
- Contribution Price:
- $7+ USD. (The price you normally sell the contributed item for must be at least $7 USD.)
- You can also submit a lead magnet to share in the freebie section. This must be something you always offer for free but doesn’t need to be something that’s always available on your website.
- Contribution Category: Your Contribution should fit nicely into at least one of the categories below. I’m looking for 2-3 items per category.
- Business Systems & Automation
- Life Hacks for Busy Small Biz Folx
- Diet & Nutrition
- Movement & Activity
- Mindfullness & Mindset
- Environment & Workspace
- Sustainability & Conscious Living
- Fun & Games
- Relationships & Interpersonal Connections
- Soul & Spirit
- Contribution Type:
- Templates, forms, checklists, SOPs, swipes, tools, etc. are ideal — resources subscribers can grab and use with little/no “learning curve” time.
- Items that deliver specific, definable, quick results.
- No lengthy/complex/many-parts trainings/programs, memberships, 1:1 offers, future live events, or “pre-sells”. But, you can offer this as your Add-On.
- Contribution Requirements & Restrictions: Your Contribution(s):
- Must be ready when you apply (bc this is a 1-round application process).
- Must be immediately available to the Subscriber when they claim it. Your Contribution(s) must be instantly deliverable to claimants.
- Can’t be something included in another Bundle during the Cart Open period.
- Can’t require a CC to claim your resources.
- Can’t be something you normally offer for free on your website (i.e., no freebies/lead magnets/opt-ins).
- Add-Ons: Bumps, tripwires, upsells, downsells, cross-sells, etc. allowed as long as no CC is required to check out.
Miscellany
- All Contributors will get free access to the paid Tier of the Bundle.
- People who register for the Bundle and who claim my Contribution(s) will be added to my email list. Only the people who claim your Contribution(s) will get added to your email list.
- PLEASE REVIEW THE REST OF THIS BUNDLE HUB PAGE FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS regarding things like Promo Requirements, Eligibility, Compliance, etc.
About Live Bundle Events (Optional, Encouraged)
You’ll have a chance to indicate your interest in hosting a Bundle-related Event on the Application. If you indicate that you’re interested, I’ll follow up with next steps.
- Event Type: Take Action Sessions. These are sessions in which Bundle-goers can start putting their new resources to use. It’s up to the host to decide what their TAS will look like. More details will be provided to those who express interest.
Sponsorship Opportunities! (Optional, Encouraged, Appreciated!)
Want even greater exposure? Be a Sponsor!
You’ll have a chance to indicate your interest in one of the limited sponsorships on the Application. If you indicate that you want to be a Sponsor, I’ll follow up with next steps.
The total number of sponsorship positions will depend on the total number of Contributors. If we have 20 Contributors, there’ll be 5 Sponsor opps; if we have 25 Contributors, there’ll be 6 Sponsor opps; if we have 30 Contributors, there’ll be 7 Sponsor opps. There will be no more than three Sponsors at each sponsorship level.
GLOW Sponsor: $100. Limit:1-3.
Your GLOW Sponsorship includes:
- Feature blurb in my regular Tuesday newsletter to my Welcomed Subscribers (i.e., about 1,450 people as of 1/15/25, during Open Cart Period)
- Solo email to my Welcomed Subscribers during Open Cart Period if you provide me with swipe copy.
- Priority placement of your Contributions on all applicable Waitlist/Bundle pages.
- Large logo on all applicable Waitlist/Bundle pages. Plus, on the Gift Gallery page, a link to more details that will show your bio, headshot, website, etc.
- Priority placement in the Resource Tracker on both the Resources and Connect with Contributors tabs.
- Inclusion in Special Thanks section in first Bundle Thank You email.
- “Sponsor” Badge
- 50% affiliate commissions for Bundle sales (including sign-up pages’ bumps/upsells) + 180-day cookie for all eligible SBSF products*
- Priority scheduling if you decide to host a Take Action Session. Plus, priority placement or feature in any emails/social announcements about the Sessions.
- 50% off coupon for any single one-time payment item (main product and bump) in my shop bought within 5 months of the SFSI Redemption Deadline.
- $100 credit towards my DFY and DWY services bought within 5 months of the SFSI Redemption Deadline.**
GROW Sponsor: $75. Limit: 1-3.
Your GROW Sponsorship includes:
- Feature blurb in my regular Tuesday newsletter to my Welcomed Subscribers (i.e., about 1,450 people as of 1/15/25 during Redemption Period)
- Priority placement of your Contributions on all applicable Waitlist/Bundle pages (after GLOW Sponsors)
- Medium-sized logo on applicable Waitlist/Bundle pages.
- Priority placement in the Resource Tracker on both the Resources and Connect with Contributors tabs (ie, you’ll be near the top, after GLOW Sponsors)
- Inclusion in Special Thanks section in first Bundle Thank You email.
- “Sponsor” Badge
- 35% affiliate commissions for Bundle sales (including sign-up pages’ bumps/upsells) + 90-day cookie for all eligible SBSF products*
- 35% off coupon for any single one-time payment item (main product and bump) in my shop bought within 4 months of the SFSI Redemption Deadline.
- $75 credit towards my DFY and DWY services bought within 4 months of the SFSI Redemption Deadline.**
GO Sponsor: $50. Limit: 1-3.
Your GO Sponsorship includes:
- Priority placement of your Contributions on applicable Waitlist/Bundle pages (after GROW Sponsors)
- Small logo on Waitlist/Bundle Sign-Up pages
- Priority placement in the Resource Tracker on both the Resources and Connect with Contributors tabs (ie, you’ll be near the top, after GROW Sponsors)
- Inclusion in Special Thanks section in first Bundle Thank You email.
- “Sponsor” Badge
- 90-day affiliate cookie for all eligible SBSF products*
- 30% off coupon for any single one-time payment item (main product and bump) in my shop bought within 3 months of the SFSI Redemption Deadline.
- $50 credit towards my DFY and DWY services bought within 3 months of the SFSI Redemption Deadline.**
* Restrictions apply: The higher commission rates and extended cookie durations are only good on one-time payment products sold in my shop (via ThriveCart). Subscriptions, memberships, and services are not eligible for the higher rates/longer cookies. Regular affiliate commissions for OTP products is 30% with a 60-day cookie.
** Non-transferrable. Services must be purchased or contracted for within the stated timeframe but don’t need to be completed within the timeframe. So, you can plan ahead!
📈 Strategy>Planning>Action Sprint — Nov 16-20, 2026 (Tentative)
Learn More (Updated: COMING SOON!)
Details + Links that apply to just the SPAS (Updated: SeCOMING SOON!pt. 10, 2024)
⚡Details
This paid Bundle aims to give small biz folx bit-sized, actionable tools, templates, and other resources to help them start planning for next year.
The timing and duration of this Bundle is deliberate. We’re trying to reach folx before holiday chaos begins. We want to give people enough time (but not too much time!) to grab their gifts and start using them before the Halloween to New Years period.
There are 3 tiers for this Bundle so Subscribers can join at a price point that’s comfortable to them. As Contributors, I think this offers a nice balance of list building for volume (i.e., max # of leads) and quality (i.e., warm leads). (And offers an opp to earn a little money in exchange for the work and value we’re putting in.)
⚡Actions
Key Dates
- Contributor Application Opens 9/1/24
- Contributor Application Closes 10/1/24
- Waitlist Opens 10/28/2024
- Cart Opens 11/4/2024
- Cart Closes 11/8/2024
- Redeem By 12/6/2024
About the Bundle
- Theme: Prep and plan for a successful, thriving year ahead.
- Audience: Action-oriented small biz folx who’re actively seeking shortcuts and streamlining.
- Expected Reach: TBD
- Bundle Prices: Free Tier – $0. Paid Tier 1 – $9. Paid Tier 2 – $29.
- Coupon Code: Free Tier – PLANPREPWIN; Paid Tier 1 – SUCCESS4ME; Paid Tier 2 – ROCKIN2025. If you need a coupon code to make your contribution free, please use these. If possible, please pre-apply the coupon code so that it’s part of the URL to your landing page — the less copy/pasting and clicking around Subscribers have to do, the better. Thanks!!!
- # Contributors: Free Tier – 10-15. Paid Tier 1 – 15-20. Paid Tier 2 – 15-25. Total – 40-50.
- Differentiators/Value Props: I’ve got some ideas on how to make this not just a bundle, but an event or experience — both for contributors and subscribers. Details TBD. But, I want this bundle to stand out as something special and deeply impactful. Full disclosure — 2024 is my first year of bundle
About Your Waitlist/Pre-Bundle Event Contribution (Optional)
- TBD: I’ll update this closer to the Bundle application date.
About Your Bundle Contribution
- Contribution Price: Free Tier – Under $25. Paid Tier 1 – $25-$75. Paid Tier 2 – Over $75. (i.e., Value can be any amount, but the price you normally sell the contributed item for should be under $25 for the free tier, between $25 and $75 for the budget paid tier, and at least $75 for the premium paid tier.)
- Contribution Category: Your Contribution should fit nicely into at least one of the categories below. I’m looking for 2-3 items per category. Learn More
- Marketing & Sales
- Customer/Client Service & Success
- Business Development & Strategic Partnerships
- Product/Service Development
- Operations & Logistics, Business Admin & Management
- Systems & Tech
- Program & Project Management
- Mindset & Workplace Wellness
- Contribution Type – Free Tier: Templates, forms, checklists, SOPs, swipes, tools, etc. are ideal — resources subscribers can grab and hit the ground running with no “learning curve” time. Items that deliver specific, definable, quick results. Contributed item must be immediately available to the Subscriber. Contributed item cannot be something you’ve included in another bundle within a month of the Waitlist Open date.
- Individual items, as in no bundles of usually-separately-sold items.
- Bundles, toolkits, packs, etc. (i.e., collections of items that are already being sold together as a single product)
- Stand-alone workshops or mini-trainings could work as long as they’re short (less than about an hour), pre-recorded/on-demand, and cover a single, well-defined topic.
- No lengthy/complex/many-parts trainings/programs, memberships, 1:1 offers, future live events, or “pre-sells”. But, you can offer this as your Add-On.
- Contribution Type – Paid Tiers: Any resource subscribers can grab and hit the ground running with no “learning curve” time. Items that deliver specific, definable, quick results. Contributed item must be immediately available to the Subscriber. Contributed item cannot be something you’ve included in another bundle within a month of the Waitlist Open date.
- Templates, forms, checklists, SOPs, swipes, tools, etc. are great.
- Bundles of usually-separately-sold items and multi-part trainings/programs — as long as the items can be accessed in a single place (i.e., subscriber doesn’t need to click multiple links and log in multiple times to access each item in your bundle) — are OK.
- Stand-alone workshops or mini-trainings as long as they’re short (less than about an hour), pre-recorded/on-demand, and cover a single, well-defined topic.
- X number of free months membership offers are fine — as long as no CC is required to access. PLR, template-based, and “resource vault” type memberships are a better fit, but coaching and other kinds of memberships may work as well.
- No 1:1 offers, future live events, or pre-sells. But, you can offer this as your Add-On.
- No lengthy/complex/many-parts items (focus is still on providing resources that Subscribers can grab and start implementing ASAP). But, you can offer this kind of thing as your Add-On.
- Add-Ons: Bumps, tripwires, upsells, downsells, cross-sells, etc. allowed as long as no CC is required to check out for your Contribution.
Contributor Requirements
If you have any questions — please reach out!
In most cases, I’m willing to be a flexlible and accommodating because collaborating is so valuable to us and our audiences. Sometimes it’s worth it so that you can be included and our audiences can benefit from the goodness in the Event! Just contact me and I’m sure we can work something out. 😊
Eligibility Criteria
Learn More (Updated: Oct 17, 2025)
- No minimum list size or number of followers needed — we’re all here to build our audiences!
- Must be willing and able to fulfill the promotional requirement stated below.
- Your Contribution must be exclusive:
- Cannot contribute an item to an SBSF Event that you contributed to another event in the 3 months prior to the SBSF Event’s Cart Open period.
- Cannot promote the same item(s) that you’re contributing to an SBSF Event in another collaborative event (e.g., a bundle or summit that features a swag bag) during the Waitlist, Cart Open, or Redemption periods.
- For Bundles, your Contribution must be done and have a live landing/sales page when you apply. (This is bc I do a 1-step application process.)
- You’re able to receive emails from me. And commit to reading and responding promptly as needed.
- Other Contribution requirements depend on the Event/Tier you’re contributing to — be sure to check each Event’s details.
Email Subscription & Communications
Learn More (Updated: Oct 17, 2025)
Bundle/Summit applicants/Contributors will not be automatically added to my email list. But I encourage you to join it.
Subscribers, Affiliates, and Sponsors get added to my email list as part of the sign-up process.
I send Contributor/Sponsor info and materials via my regular email. SBSF Affiliate Corps messages are sent via my ESP.
You’re also invited and encouraged to join the SBSF Collaborators & Partners Facebook group for community and support related to SBSF collabs.
Promo Commitment
Learn More (Updated: Oct 17, 2025)
Collabs are only effective and equitable if we all pull our weight. We all need to do our best to let our peeps know these things are available for them and to help grow each other’s lists.
We’re all busy. We’re all adults. Fulfilling your promotional requirements is on the honor system — not gonna noodge you or ask for proof.
BUT, I will ask you to inform me of the dates of your promos and if I don’t see them I will probably mention it (without naming names) in the Contributor Update emails. As the Host, it’s my duty to do what’s in my control to help ensure max success of the Event for everyone involved: you, other Contributors, Sponsors, our audiences, and me. We all put a lot of time and effort into participating in collabs, so let’s squeeze ever drop of impact and value out of them!
Failure to promote as you’ve committed to will result in you not being allowed to participate in future SBSF Collabs. Sorry not sorry — gotta be a stickler about this non-negotiable!
If you’re unable to meet the promo requirements but still want to be involved with the Event — let me know! I have other ways you can participate that don’t require promoting but that are still value-packed win-win-win opportunities! (e.g., sponsorships, Exclusive Offers, cross-promotions, events, etc.)
Email/Social Media Promotion
As a Contributor, you’re committing to publicizing the Event. The basic requirement is two promos. You can do one of the following:
- 1 Solo Email & 1 Email PS/Blurb
- 1 Solo Email & 1 Social Post
- 2 Social Posts
Promote where you have the largest/most engaged audience to maximze exposure and sign-up potential.
I provide swipes and graphics for you. But you can always go rogue and create your own.
You’re welcome to do more promoting. And you can also promo via blog posts, live events, etc. as long as it’s effective and efficient given your audience. Go YOU! 😛
Waitlist Promo
Most of SBSF Events will have a Waitlist. The Waitlist sign-up period is usually the 7 days leading up to the Event Open Cart. When the Event opens, the Waitlist closes.
I send an email announcement to my list on the first day of the Waitlist.
If there’s a Waitlist for the Event , you may be required to do your primary promo during this period. If Waitlist promo is required, it will be indicated with the info and on the Application for the Event. If Waitlist promo isn’t required, it’ll still be encouraged and can count towards your Event promo requirement.
Event Logo on Sales Page
SBSF Event are branded events. As such, if possible without too much trouble, featuring the Event’s logo on your landing or sales page, invoice, related emails, etc. is appreciated!
The logo for each Event is included in its Promo Packet.
Biggest Reach Possible
SBSF Events are smaller by design. This reduces overwhelm and friction for Subscribers/Attendees. Allows for opportunities to connect more personally. Offers greater exposure for each Contributor/Sponsor. Enables us to showcase our offers and value.
The tradeoff is that the reach of the Contributor pool is gonna be smaller than that of a mega-event. (Tho your visibility with each Attendee will probs be greater!)
So, let’s get creative! I’m open to out-of-the-box strategies to expand our reach beyond that of Contributors’ email lists. Things I’ve done in the past include:
- Cross-promotions with non-Contributors
- Promoting in Facebook groups and other event directories
- Getting featured on other business’s promo calendars
- Called up the SBSF Affiliate Corps
- [Attempted to] recruit second-tier affiliates
Someday, maybe I’ll try ads…. Anyhoo — what other ideas have you got? Let’s hear ’em!
Compliance, Etc.
Learn More (Updated: Oct 17, 2025)
Adherence to ethical practices is a non-negotiable. So, Contributors must:
- Follow GDPR, CCPA, and Can-Spam requirements and any other applicable laws
- Follow marketing best practices
- Do double opt-in email confirmation and/or have a marketing permission checkbox on their sign-up form/sales page
- Commit to not sharing or selling the data from new Subscribers to others
- Commit to not spamming new Subscribers — treat ’em good y’all!
- Have a Privacy Policy in place and accessible to Subscribers (like on your website)
- Have Terms & Conditions in place and accessible to Subscribers (like on your website)
- Just be nice and kind and generous of spirit
Money Matters
Learn More (Updated: Oct 17, 2025)
Costs to Participate
There’s no cost — like an application or participation fee — to contribute to an SBSF Event.
Sponsorship and other featured roles/placements may be offered and will be paid opportunities. The fees and terms for those options will be clearly stated.
Commissions for Affiliates
All SBSF Events (at least the sign-up component) will be hosted on ThriveCart. You’ll be able to sign up as an Affiliate and use an affiliate link when promoting the Event.
You aren’t required to become an Affiliate but I highly recommend doing so. You’re going to be promoting the Events anyway — might as well up your earnings potential! 😜
- For free Events/Tiers, you could earn a commission if anyone buys my bumps or upsells. (Prob won’t get you rich, but you’ll be able to get a cheap cup of coffee!)
- For paid Events/Tiers, you could earn a commission on the price the Subscriber/Attendee paid for the Event and from my bumps/upsells they opt to buy via my Contribution(s) to the Event.
- You could also earn commissions on my other affiliate-promo-eligible products. If the lead you brought in buys something under your active affiliate code — you’re looking at even more payout. Cha-ching!!! So, this means you have the potential to earn way after the Event ends.
Please refer to the Affiliate Offer page for more details on cookies, commissions, etc.
Hey, I’m Your Collab Events Host!
Just so ya know who you’re in cahoots with, let me briefly intro myself!
I’m Suz. I live in the beautiful PNW (USA).
My background and experience are in business management, operations management, marketing support and communications, program and project management, and information and knowledge management. I’ve worked for/with businesses of all sizes and types but now mostly focus on helping small businesses get sh*t done.
Guiding Principles
In addition to my career/educational background, I think it’s important to share some of the principles and priorities that guide my biz philosophy and approach, too.
- Neither biz nor life are zero-sum games.
- Win-win-win is where it’s at!
- Abundance is a mindset.
- Kindness and generosity of spirit matter.
- Wellness is multidimensional.
Learn More
If you want more/different tidbits, feel free to go down these rabbit holes….
(So…are we kindred spirits, destined to be biz besties?)
Happy Collaborators
Here’s what past Contributors have said about collaborating with me on Events I’ve hosted.
(Seriously, I blush I’m so flattered! 🥰)
Be an Affiliate
Join the SBSF Affiliate Corps!
Beyond the Bundles & Summits…
SBSF-hosted Collab Events aren’t the only ways we can team up. Check out these other pathways to partnering!
