Today we’d like to introduce you to Christa Stephans.
Hi Christa, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
If you told me a few years ago that I’d run a marketing agency helping others simplify their businesses, I would’ve laughed.
Back then, I was burned out. I had a good career in science and tech, but I was always chasing deadlines, working late nights, and barely seeing my family. I was doing everything right on paper, but it didn’t feel right inside. I felt stuck.
One day, I hit a wall. I remember sitting at my desk, exhausted, and thinking, “If this is success, why do I feel so drained?” That moment pushed me to start over. I took a step back and asked myself what I really wanted.
I wanted freedom. Time. Space to create.
So I started from zero, no fancy plan, just a laptop and a big dream. I began helping small business owners manage their marketing, one system at a time. Slowly, I learned how powerful automation and structure could be. I built tools and workflows that gave people back their time and gave me mine too.
That’s how TymFlo was born. It’s not just a business; it’s a reminder of how far I’ve come. From burnout to balance. From chaos to flow. From tired to thriving.
Now I help others do the same because I know exactly how it feels to start over and build something that finally works for you, not against you.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Not at all. The road has been anything but smooth.
When I first started, I was doing everything myself, design, strategy, tech, client work, even bookkeeping. I was saying yes to every project just to keep the business alive. Some months were great, others were quiet and scary.
There were nights when I questioned if I was even built for this. I’d pour my energy into clients but forget to take care of myself. I made mistakes, missed opportunities, and had to learn how to rebuild systems more times than I can count.
But every setback taught me something. I learned how to set boundaries, ask for help, and trust the process instead of forcing it. I realized that growth isn’t just about making money, it’s about building something that gives you peace.
Those struggles became the foundation of TymFlo. They showed me that even the hardest seasons can teach you how to flow instead of fight.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
TymFlo is a marketing automation and strategy studio built for busy professionals who want to grow without burning out. We help service-based businesses, especially those in healthcare, law, and other regulated industries, simplify their marketing through systems, automation, and clear, human-centered strategy.
Our specialty is taking all the scattered pieces of a business and turning them into a streamlined marketing ecosystem. This includes automated email sequences, lead nurturing workflows, simple content plans, optimized websites, and data-backed processes that save people hours every week. Most of our clients come to us feeling overwhelmed and stretched thin. They leave with clarity, structure, and a marketing system that works even when they are not online.
What sets us apart is our philosophy. We do not believe in pressure tactics, hustle culture, or confusing funnels. We focus on ethical marketing and sustainable growth. Our goal is to help clients build trust, communicate clearly, and support their business in a way that still supports their life.
Brand wise, I am most proud that TymFlo has stayed true to its mission of helping people reclaim their time. That is our guiding focus. Everything we create, from content strategy to automation to our business planning workshops, aims to give clients more space, more freedom, and more flow in their work.
If there is one thing I want readers to know about TymFlo, it is this. You do not need to be everywhere or do everything. With the right systems, you can grow your business and still get your time back. Our role is to build those systems with you so your marketing feels aligned, intentional, and manageable, instead of exhausting.
We’d love to hear about how you think about risk taking?
I have never seen myself as a natural risk taker, but almost every important step in my journey required me to choose uncertainty over comfort. The biggest risk I ever took was walking away from a stable career and a predictable routine to build something of my own. I had a steady paycheck and a clear path, but I also felt drained and disconnected from the life I wanted. Leaving all of that behind with no guarantee of success was terrifying, but it was also necessary.
Another major risk was trusting my own approach in an industry that often values speed over intention. I chose to build TymFlo with a focus on systems, clarity, and ethical marketing instead of following trends that did not align with my values. There were moments when I questioned if that choice would hold me back, yet it became the very thing that set us apart.
To me, risk is not about chasing danger. It is about listening to the quiet pull inside you that says you can create something different. Risk is choosing growth over familiarity. It is stepping into the unknown with the belief that you will learn, adjust, and rise, even if the path is not clear.
Every risk I have taken has shaped me and shaped TymFlo. Each one taught me that courage does not always feel bold. Sometimes it feels like a small, steady decision to move forward even when you are unsure. And those decisions are the ones that change everything.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.tymflo.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tymflohq/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TymFloHQ
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tymflohq/
- Other: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christastephens/
