Leveraged & Loving It Podcast

Woohoo! 3 years of Leveraged & Loving It! I still can't believe that we did a weekly podcast for 3 years! What a huge achievement. But for now, we are putting Leveraged and Loving It on hold. There's a massive back catalogue for you to revisit. Go and find episodes you missed or revisit the ones that inspired you the most. Until next time, giddy up! 

I've chosen this episode as my TOP episode out of 3 whole years because even though it was one of the very first episodes I ever recorded, it is probably one of the ones that I have quoted and referred back to more than any other episode. Have you ever wondered what the heck a “thought leader” is and how do you become one? Well, in this episode of Leveraged & Loving It, Renee chats with Peter Cook, CEO of Thought Leaders. You’ll discover how Peter transitioned from his coaching practice into thought leadership and lessons about leverage he learned along the way. Shownotes: https://shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-2/

I chose this episode as number 2 because of the beautiful positive feedback we received. It was a risky episode to post, but it totally paid off! Do you feel like you’re not quite doing what you’re supposed to be doing? Living a life that’s in line with your values creates authenticity. In this episode of Leveraged & Loving Podcast, Renee chats to Nigel “Coach Will” Polak about how to be authentic in your life and business and the huge difference that it can make to both spheres. Shownotes: https://shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-13/  

This was an easy episode to choose. Glen Carlson is a HUGE fan of Intellectual Property, and so am I. We have an amazing chat about the value of it in business. Enjoy. IP Assets are absolutely integral to building your business. Whether you want to create more time and freedom for yourself, or grow your business into an empire, developing IP Assets is essential But don’t just take my word for it. On this episode of Leveraged and Loving It, I’m joined by Glen Carlson from Dent Global and Key Person of Influence to share his perspective on IP Assets and your business. We discuss: The 3 different types of brand. How Glen and his colleagues vastly undervalued their IP assets at the beginning. Why we undervalue our own IP. What an Asset Deficiency is and how to identify it. How to deal with still-evolving IP. And more. Shownotes: https://shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-50/

I chose this episode because it was the start of a brand new relationship. This was the first time I'd ever spoken to Kate Toon and she went on to write the forward for my second book. In this episode, I’m joined by awarding winning SEO copywriter, Kate Toon to discuss all things “passive” income in her business. Passive income is a dream that many entrepreneurs have. Who doesn’t want to make money while they sleep? However, the word “passive” is a bit of a misnomer. It takes work to create and maintain the products, to market the products and look after clients. In this episode, Kate walks us through her product mix, and how she’s created lots of leveraged products that support her, even though she only works school hours. In this episode, we discuss: What is “passive Income”? The importance of structuring your working life around your personality Building products and courses as part of your product mix The benefits of launching courses and products incrementally Content marketing for selling products Advice for starting out creating leveraged/passive products Tips for creating good courses Why you should create products that work for your personality How speaking gigs nurture your business How being generous online increases your authority And more Shownotes: https://shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-87/

I've chosen this episode because this was one we got lots of feedback from listeners on. Adam Houlahan really helps us to demystify LinkedIn at a time when we were feeling jaded with Facebook and looking to expand our horizons.  LinkedIn is a platform I’ve disliked… until I started implementing Adam Houlahan’s simple and easy tips. I always thought LinkedIn was a boring platform filled with spammers. But, since implementing his simple approach (which only involves 13 pieces of content a month), I’m already getting so much more traction and interest on LinkedIn than ever before. In this episode, we discuss: What is “LinkedIn Jail” and how to get out of it A posting strategy for LinkedIn that works How to get content to go viral on LinkedIn How to craft a call to action on LinkedIn And much more Shownotes: https://shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-104/

I've chosen this episode because Nicole Van Hattem said something in this interview that not only stuck in my mind, but also made me take action.  In this episode, I’m joined by Nicole Van Hattem. After experiencing burnout as a corporate high-flyer, Nicole went on her first retreat, returning to the workplace with a clear mind and renewed energy. After a close friend and colleague died suddenly of a heart attack at age 49, Nicole trained as a Holistic Health Coach, regained her own health, lost 17kg and began her mission to end “Death by Desk”. Today, Nicole is sharing her top 5 tips for avoiding “death by desk” and becoming a thriving business owner. In this episode, we discuss: Nicole’s journey to having her own TED Talk and podcast Why branding is important Why entrepreneurs face burnout faster than corporate employees The importance of taking care of yourself for a successful business and thriving life Tips for getting up and moving your body regularly How to set boundaries in your business and your life How brief breaks during your day are very important for productivity Tips for doing a people audit and breaking up with people who are adding to your stress elegantly. How to clean up your social media. Choosing a business style that’s in alignment with your ideal lifestyle and more Shownotes: https://shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-81/

I've chosen this episode as one of my top 7 because this was the first time I was ever NERVOUS whilst interviewing a guest. It was a great episode and we have a lot of fun in the short time that we spend together.  In this episode, I’m joined by John Lee Dumas of Entrepreneurs On Fire. John is an amazing podcast success story and he has a unique approach to business. If you’re looking at launching your own podcast and want to get some inside tips from John Lee Dumas himself, I highly recommend this episode. In this episode we discuss: – Getting nervous before interviews – Biggest mistakes (and how to avoid them) – An interview horror story – How to create products your podcast audience will love and much more! Shownotes: https://shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-61/

Katie Crismale-Marshall has been in business for 10 years and knows a thing or two about how to stay in the game for the long haul. She is also the author of 'Profit First for Tradies'. I had the pleasure of having Katie create a Signature System with me and knew I had to help her share this wisdom with the world. In this episode, we discuss: What's working well in 2020 for Katie How she set herself up for a successful year Tips for becoming the CEO of your business Reframing things to make them more comfortable for you Outsourcing things in your business that aren't fun for you How to manage a remote team and inspire them to do their best work Hiring people in their Zone of Genius What products Katie is currently selling The value of nailing your niche How creating a Signature System has been a game-changer in her business Shownotes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-155

Learn how to scale your business with Suz Chadwick. Suz joins me on the show to share her 8 secrets to scaling. We have a fantastic discussion, covering all 8 of the things you need to master in order to grow and thrive. In this episode, we discuss: How Suzanne Chadwick got into small business branding from working with big corporates Why being bold sets you apart from the crowd Differences between big corporate and small businesses The importance of being super agile Suz' biggest lessons in the last year The importance of doing one thing Focusing on who you're surrounding yourself with The value of outsourcing what you're not good at What is scaling? Getting super clear on what your vision is Building a reputation and credibility in your niche Increasing your brand awareness Making sure you have great systems and automation Setting aside time to dedicate to planning Building your brand and market it like you love it Why the magic is in the metrics And why you should hire yourself as the CEO of your business Shownotes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-154

Have you ever been burnt out before? Pam Hird is a naturopath who specialises in helping people to take control of their mental health and various health conditions through natural medicine and healthy lifestyle changes. She shares her easy tips for avoiding burnout so you and your business can truly thrive. In this episode, we discuss: What is burnout? What symptoms should we be looking out for? The different stages of burnout How to help prevent burnout Tips for taking breaks and eating well How to improve your sleep  The importance of self-care And more! Shownotes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-153/ 

As humans, we want to be seen, heard, and belong. Louise Geary knows that all too well. In this episode, she shares with us the 5 key elements to master to help you attain those things. In 2019, I worked with Louise to help extract her Signature System to teach this stuff. It was wonderful to catch up with her again and to have her share with you all her process for learning how to be seen, heard, valued and belong.  In this episode, we discuss: How making one simple decision put her on the right path Learning how to be present in the moment Paying attention to yourself and rewiring your old patterns What is resistance? And how do we overcome it? A simple physical technique to become present Key ingredients to being seen, heard, valued and belong Slowing down Self awareness Embodiment Energetic presence Conscious connection The benefits of mastering these 5 elements And more! Shownotes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-152

Discover the 4 things you need to master to create an international speaking business with master presenter, Andrew Eggelton.  In this episode, I'm joined by return guest and personal friend, Andrew Eggelton. We dive into his tips for improving your public speaking so you can grow your business. We discuss:  What inspired him to create his own unique methodology Public speaking vs public feeling Creating congruency between who you are on stage and off stage Letting go of our perceptions of what we think we should look like on stage Presenting from the heart-brain and not your brain Frameworks can give you a state of flow and pure authenticity The power of believing what you say Breaking habits and expanding and how it helps you grow your speaking business. The value of the question "in one year's time when I'm already in my greatness, how do I act or react right now?" And more. Show notes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-151

Want to leverage the power of podcasts without starting your own? Becoming a guest on other people's podcasts is the perfect way to do it, according to Jessica Rhodes, co-founder of Interview Connections. Podcasting is a billion-dollar industry, and if you want in on that action, being a guest is the perfect way to get in without creating your own. In this episode, Jessica and I discuss: How to know whether you should be a guest on a podcast Why you need to think of it as a long term strategy How to leverage your podcast guest spots Crafting a free CTA to use in your guest spots Tips for using podcast interviews to launch a product or service Why you need to make it easy for the host of the podcast What opportunities can come out of being a podcast guest And more Shownotes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-150  

Stop asking the question "What's your biggest challenge" in Facebook groups. Martin Traz has compiled all of the common answers and broken them down for us! In this episode, Martin Traz and I get a little bit ranty about the question "What's your biggest challenge?". Firstly, if you're jumping into a cold audience and asking them to spill the beans on their biggest problem without even getting to know them first, how many people are you expecting to respond? Secondly, the question has been asked many times before. And Martin Traz has compiled all of the answers into a summary. There are really only 16 answers to that question.  In this episode, we break down what those 16 answers are (from least common to most common), and group them into 4 solutions. If you provide any of those 4 solutions, you'll be solving many of your audience's biggest problems.  SHOWNOTES: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-149 GAME CHANGER WORKSHOP: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/halfday  

How do you scale your business for ultimate success? What is the secret behind getting over one million podcast downloads in six months? I'm joined by Barry Magliarditi, founder of The Game Changers and host of The Comeback Game. In this episode, we discuss: Why he founded his podcast 'The Comeback Game' The power of the hero's journey His podcast content marketing strategy How he generates 1000 leads a month What The Game Changers funnel looks like Keys to success for hiring VAs What to look for when outsourcing Mistakes business owners make when growing their team The importance of measuring KPIs Shifting your identity from working in your business to working on your business Why running a business is like parenting and more SHOWNOTES: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-148 HALF DAY WORKSHOP: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/halfday

Are you the world's best-kept secret? Melanie Colling is an expert at connecting people and helping to build their business through podcasting. On this episode, Melanie Colling and I dive into the superpower that is the world of podcasting. In terms of leverage and connection, entering the world of podcasts can propel you and your business forward. In this episode, we discuss: The power of being in your Zone of Genius Why there's no one-size-fits-all business style The Experts on Air story What is the connection economy and why you need to know about it Having a clear Purpose Having a credible story Building your brand Attracting community Connection strategy Compelling offer The power of podcasting for connection How to be a good guest Shownotes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-147 Halfday workshop: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/halfday

Discover the 5 most common mistakes coaches and mentors make in business that self-sabotage their reach, impact and income (and how to overcome them) with guest Martin Traz. We discuss What an expert legacy is Creating your legacy Why you shouldn't be playing in someone else's pond How to create your own market Being prolific and not mainstream Ensuring you've created a new belief for their audience Why you can't swap beliefs too many times for your audience Ensuring your ideal market have the right buying behaviours Giving your clients a sense of heroism Why you need a Signature System Having a step-by-step growth plan And more! SHOW NOTES: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-146 HALF DAY: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/halfday

For those of us who have service-based businesses that rely on our expertise, it can be hard to untangle the web of information in our heads. We also know that confused customers don't buy. So how do we take what's in our brains and unpack it in such a way that we can clearly and succinctly explain to potential customers the problem that we solve and how we solve it? Lisa Westgate found that every time she spoke about her work, she never gave the same answer twice. She also had a haphazard approach to creating talks or social media posts. Now that she has a clearly defined SIgnature System using Visual Models, her life has become so much easier. In this episode, I'm joined by a graduate of my Game Changer program, Lisa Westgate to share a little about her work and how creating her Signature System using Visual Models has transformed her business. We discuss: Post-traumatic stress disorder and her personal development journey Diagnosis vs prognosis Finding different pathways to assist with your mental health Why self-care is caring for others Diarised focus and why it matters How a Signature System has given Lisa clarity and focus in her business The overwhelm of not having a clear structure and framework The power of Visual Models in your business How to map out all your social media in an hour How having visual models changes the way the audience perceives you And more

Do you want to master your time and become more productive? Do you find yourself getting lost in endless distractions? Do you find that you're busy, but you never seem to get anywhere?  Travis Baird is a mindful productivity coach and he joins me on this episode to share his insights on how to master your time and become more productive by using very simple mindfulness techniques. Whether you're an A-type workaholic or someone who is an amazing procrastinator, or a mix of both, there's something for you in this episode.  We discuss: Why improving your productivity habits matters How to avoid burnout when you're a workaholic How mindfulness can solve your productivity issues The importance of clarifying what needs to be done What are common distractions? Having a schedule that suits your needs GEARS method for productivity. G - Goal. Set one a day only. E - Events. What appointments do you have? A - Actions. Your to-do list for the day. R - Rest. Set an intention for a time to finish S - Satisfaction. What's one thing you are going to do today just because it's fun for you? What are the common mistakes people make? How to make time to be mindful and productive FREE TRAINING: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining SHOW NOTES: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-144  

Discover how you can get better client results by using coaching methods in your consulting practice. Lorraine Hamilton is back on the podcast, this time we're talking about how to blend your consulting skills with coaching skills to create better client outcomes. We discuss: Why communication matters How to identify gaps in our own communications skills Why is it important to listen rather than tell Opportunities that can open when you improve your communication skills. The value that you bring to your clients Business has seasons and how to handle winter Grieving losses in your business or your career How to create leverage in a 1:1 practice The benefits of blending hard skills and coaching skills in your business FREE TRAINING: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining SHOW NOTES: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-143/

LinkedIn can be an amazing platform for finding new clients - when it's used well. But if you're wondering how to use it without being spammy, and get clients, this is the episode for you. Petra Fisher joins me all the way from the Netherlands to share her hot tips for getting the most out of LinkedIn. We discuss: Making LinkedIn fun Letting your personality show LinkedIn is not a quick fix for client attraction Expertise + personality = client attraction Hot tips for setting up a great LinkedIn profile How to use LinkedIn effectively and efficiently The importance of showing up consistently How to encourage more engagement on LinkedIn Hot tips for LinkedIn SHOW NOTES: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-142 FREE TRAINING: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining

How does your nervous system affect your business? In this episode, I'm joined by return guest, Raquel Dubois. She's a nervous system specialist who uses mind-body-medicine to help her clients experience wholeness from within. I'm excited to share this interview with you. In this episode, we discuss: What is "expanded capacity" and how does it impact a business owner? Why glorifying stress is damaging for business How to transition a personal service to a group environment Understanding the nervous system The power of mirror neurons The autonomic nervous systems Structuring a group program The power of running group programs live The balance of prerecorded and live content The power of a Signature System Free training: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining Shownotes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-141/

Want to increase your business' chance of long term success? Want it to be more profitable and more sustainable? I'm joined by business coach Angela Henderson to chat about her 7 pillars of a sustainable and profitable business. We discuss: Why work-life balance is bs The power of focusing on the present 4 reasons small business struggle to survive Some people lack clarity on what actions to take Why you should avoid getting stuck in freebie overwhelm Why the profit pillars are like a house Developing your perfect profit profile Creating a profit ready-website Having a money-maker map The power of email list building What a simplified sales funnel is Outsourcing effectively Assessing productivity and profitability and more! Show notes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-140 Free training: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining

Is content marketing not quite giving you the traction and the leverage you hoped for? Why not try combining it with direct marketing? On today's episode, I'm joined by Darcy Smyth to share why he believes direct marketing is the perfect complementary strategy to content marketing. We discuss: What is direct marketing? How does it differ from content marketing? What kinds of activities are direct marketing? The value of sending direct mail Why you want to be top of mind (and how direct marketing helps you achieve that) Handwritten notes go a long way Who should you be targeting with direct mail? 3 categories of leads to consider - warm leads, old leads, 1 person Why it helps you to leverage when you're not a big name or don't have much clout Things that get in the way of people engaging in direct marketing Why moving past your fear about direct marketing can help you be really creative And more! Shownotes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-137 Free training: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining

Learn how to launch an online course successfully with tips from launch specialist Bianca McKenzie. How many of us have tried to launch an online course only to have it FLOP massively? What is the secret to a successful launch? How to we give ourselves the best chance for a course that does well? Listen to the episode to find out. In this episode, Bianca and I discuss: What is an online course launch? Are online courses suitable for every business? Why you should pilot courses before launching it. Don't jump straight into creating an Online Course Preselling vs building it first The importance of building your online community when launching a course Why copy is key in online course launches What happens if no one buys a course? How many people do you need to send to your sales page? Why you need to build your presence and nurture your community FREE TRAINING: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining SHOW NOTES: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-138  

A healthy money mindset can do wonders for your business and your life. This week I'm joined by guest Linda Ho who shares her best tips for giving your money mindset a makeover. We discuss: Why should people care about their money mindset? The power of working on your money mindset Selling big-ticket packages How can we change our mindset? Diversifying your income streams Balancing new opportunities with realistic expectations Linda's experience with selling an online course How to figure out what your money mindset is How long does it take to sort out your money mindset And more. Shownotes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-137 Free training: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining

Jon Hollenberg from Five by Five joins us today to share his insights on how to get an amazing website designed. If you've heard horror stories about terrible web designers (or maybe had a bad experience yourself), the tips Jon shares will make sure your next website design experience is a great one. In this episode, we discuss:  Creating an awesome brief  Communicating with your designer What's the difference between a web developer and a website designer? The importance of having an agency or designer who asks you lots of questions Doing your due diligence when engaging a digital agency Questions to ask your digital agency before hiring them The value of Google reviews And more Free training: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining Shownotes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-136  

It is totally possible to have a totally thriving coaching business and Sandra Madafferi is an excellent example. Sandra joins us to share her wisdom on how she transitioned from 1:1 to 1:many in her coaching business. Discover her tips and tricks in this episode. We discuss: Why she got rid of her successful bookkeeping business Why she became a coach How she achieved $100k + turn over in the first part of 2019 How she transitioned from 1:1 coaching to 1:many The way she's structured her group programs Balancing serving and business And much more. Free training: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining Show notes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-135  

Want to become the CEO of your business instead of working in it? Jeremy Streten joins me to share his tips for extracting yourself from the day-to-day running of the business. In this episode, we discuss: Keys to successfully extracting yourself out of the day-to-day business The importance of having a goal  Hiring good people and building systems  Coaching and mentoring your team  Tips for designing yourself out of the business  Mapping out your plan  Getting advice from your mentors  Charging for results, not time  And more. Free training: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining Shownotes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-134  

Facebook ads are a popular paid marketing strategy. But for newcomers, it can feel totally overwhelming. How do you get started with Facebook ads without making costly mistakes? I'm joined by a Facebook marketer, Diego Campos to share his tips around low-cost Facebook ad strategies.  We discuss: Why even bother with Facebook ads? The niche you're in has a huge impact on the cost of your ads Viral cold traffic technique to create exposure Tips for creating Facebook video ads Warm traffic - lifetime value booster Using direct calls to action Sequential retargeting ads to boost funnel conversion rates And more! Access the free training at www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining Shownotes at www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-133

Clive Enever joins me today to discuss the important, but often neglected, art of listening in business. In business, we often fall back on phrases like talking the talk, nailing the elevator pitch, mastering the sales spiel, and honing the marketing message. But while the information you have to offer is important to your business and your brand, so too are the nuggets of wisdom served up by your clientele and your staff. That means “listening” in business is just as important as “speaking”. Because when we listen, we begin to understand the customer needs, their purchasing hesitation and how we can improve our offering.   In this episode, we discuss: What is listening and why is it important? Why you should limit asking "why?" How to be present in the conversations you're having Tips for making eye contact with others What are we listening for when we're talking to clients and potential clients How to listen to customer feedback Discovering clues to how your customers want to be treated And more Access Free Training: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining Access Show Notes: www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-132

Do you feel like things aren't running smoothly in your business? Maybe it's time for a spring clean! Over winter, I felt like spinning too many plates and I didn't have enough focus in my business.  In this episode, I'm sharing with you my 3 step process to spring clean your business. If you feel like business isn't running smoothly, this process will be sure to help you out. Free training www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining Show notes www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-131/  

When we hear "intellectual property", usually we think of copyright, patents, and trademarks. However, intellectual property is more than just about protecting your ideas. Those are all important, but what's also essential is commercialising those Intellectual Property Assets. That's what Ogwang Omuga advocates.  In this episode, we discuss: What intellectual property is  How people are often missing the key ingredient in intellectual property How to leverage your intellectual property commercially The importance of turning your intellectual property into assets Leaving a legacy with your intellectual property assets and more. To access the free training head to www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining To find the show notes visit www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-130  

How do you make a change in the world? Or how can you change your industry? Amanda Blennerhassett is the brains behind Brand Savvy, the proud winners of Australia's highest marketing honour, the Australian Marketing Institute National Awards for Marketing Excellence 'Program of the Year'. In this episode, we're discussing how to harness your purpose for profit. We cover: How do we identify our purpose in business? Why should businesses put purpose at the of their business? How do we make that profitable? Connecting with your customers and crafting an offer that works for them The golden triangle for a profitable product How a Signature System can help you to educate your audience What are the keys to success to turn purpose into profit? Find out more by visiting www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-129 Get access to the free training by going to www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining  

Why is niching important?  I resisted niching for YEARS. I thought, "I'm different. That works for everyone else, but it doesn't work for me." And time after time I was burned by it. And it was only relatively recently when I focused in on my Zone of Genius - Visual Models - that my business finally exploded. In this episode, I'm chatting with the wonderful, the effervescent Samantha Riley all about our experiences with niching. We discuss: If you say you help everyone, you help no one. How to tell if you've nailed your niche Horizontal vs Vertical niches How niching correlates to positive business growth Why looking at your "competition" can be unhelpful Why your niche should be in your Zone of Genius Common mistakes Sam and I have both made And more. To find out more about this episode head to www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast. To access the free training head to www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining 

Live your life by design and your business will be more productive. Often we create our business and then fit our life around that. However, Samantha Riley believes that is the wrong way round. In this episode, Samantha Riley joins me to discuss how to design your life first and then determine what your business looks like around that. In this episode, we discuss: Getting clear on what you want your life to look like. Questioning your beliefs and assumptions around work and life. Why our business is an extension of who we are. Using a life wheel to triage what you need to work on. Why personal goals are an important part of your business goals. Why having reduced working hours can make you more productive The importance of taking time off. Three hot tips for people who want more life by design. And more Find out more by visiting www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-127 Access the free training www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining

Developing masterminds is a great way for experts, consultants and thought leaders to create leverage and make an impact in the world. But making an attractive and profitable mastermind is not easy. Ronan Leonard joins me today to share his insights around how to run a profitable mastermind. We discuss: Why people undervalue their expertise and fail to move from technician to teacher How to monetise your intellect What does it take to run a successful mastermind? Why you should make a mastermind outcome-focused The importance of validating the idea Creating a minimum viable offer Letting go of your ego and being willing to learn What the biggest mistakes are people make with their masterminds Online or in-person? How long should a mastermind be? And more. To access the free training head to www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining/ To read the show notes head to www.shareyourpassion.com.au/ep-126/

When we're children, there are some values that we're shamed for having - things like attention or authority. These values are called hidden values or shadow values. Trudi Pavlovsky is all about learning how to embrace our shadow values — removing shame and guilt associated with them. And learning how to embrace them in our life and our business for good things.  Whether you want to stop playing small or learn how to embrace your inner control freak for optimum business results, this episode is for you. We discuss: What are shadow values? What are the golden values? Why do we believe shadow values are wrong? Attention can lead to getting out there and making a name for yourself. Embracing your inner rebel leads to creativity and innovation. Discover how the shadow value of belonging links to stepping up and standing out. How control can help your business Sexuality is about asking for what you want and being playful in all things. Superiority is not hiding your light and owning your Zone of Genius. Embracing the value of validation leads to inspiration. When you step into money as a value, it leads to better service. Authority leads to better leadership. Ambition is about not dimming your light around others. Trudi advocates that we remove shame and fear around these values to supercharge our businesses. Get access to the free training at www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining Find out more about Trudi and get more show notes at www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast 

What happens when a business goes from being purely OFFLINE to ONLINE? That's precisely the transition that Renee McDonald took. What is that transition like? How does it work? Also, does the business retain its heart and soul? Are you transitioning your business to the online space? Has it has always been online? This episode is still for you. In this episode Renee McDonald and I discuss Renee's career from media to therapy When coaches should be referring clients to trained therapists Transitioning into the online space Cutting through the noise online And more. To access the free training head to www.shareyourpassion.com.au/freetraining To access the show notes head to www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast

What does an average day in the business look like at Share Your Passion? The simple answer is, no two days are exactly the same - which is what I LOVE about it. I get all the excitement of new projects with the security of a team and systems and it's all wrapped up neatly with our team values. What do I share in this episode: Who is responsible for what on the team How we developed and maintain our awesome team culture What kinds of regular meetings we have (weekly, monthly, etc.) The systems we use on a daily basis (Asana, Slack, Active Campaign and more) Tips to ensure our systems don't fail And what my role is in all this! Listen to uncover exactly how we run this business and factors that have contributed to our success. Find out more by visiting www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast

One of the things I'm very passionate about in my business is sustainability. I always want to know how I can run my business in a more earth-friendly way. I was so stoked to be able to chat to Liz O'Dwyer, an expert in this area, all about how we can do our bit for the planet using simple and easy strategies in our businesses. Whether it's just you at home or if you work in an office with a team, there will be tips in here that you can use.  In this episode, we discuss: How do we start reducing our carbon footprint? Will small changes make a big difference? Tips for reducing your carbon footprint while travelling Reducing waste in your hotel rooms How your small actions can inspire bigger change The power of feedback Electricity saving tips To find out more visit www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast

Creating a great team culture can feel like a huge undertaking. Where do you even start? What tools do you need? In this episode, I chat to the wonderful Katherine Robertson all about building your team culture. My team and I recently had a session with her to help define our own values as a team. Before, when it was just me, the values were very top-down. These are MY values, and my team has to get on board with that. Now, as my team has grown, I've become more aware that to work well as a team, we need a set of values that is bigger than me. So, we sat down and had a fabulous session with Katherine Robertson to extract our team values. When it comes down to the crunch, what can we all 100% get behind? In this episode, we discuss: The importance of creating a team culture Why team culture needs to be horizontally created The journey to leadership How establishing values can get you through the tough times The leadership compass - what do great leaders have? The role of self awareness as a leader Why communication is a large component of leadership success And more To find out more visit www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast

In this episode, I'm the guest! I let Darcy Smyth take the reigns. He interviews me about my entrepreneurial history and how I ended up where I have today. We explore: My entrepreneurially charged childhood Why I believe business should be fun About that time I fell into the cellar (quite literally) What I studied at uni Why I ditched my career to join an internet startup The valuable lessons I learned about how I wanted to work Why my business now looks the way it does And more! Find out more by visiting www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast

As business owners, when we pay or attend trainings, the only way to really get ROI is to IMPLEMENT. But sadly, most of us DON'T implement most of what we learn. How do you overcome this? And if you're in the business of training, how do you make sure your students actually implement what you're teaching them? That's precisely the problem Darcy Smyth was facing with his sales training. People were implementing maybe 8% of everything they'd learned in the room. He decided that wasn't good enough. Enter GAMIFICATION.  In this episode, we dive into how the Consultative Sales Game works and why it gets amazing results for his clients. We discuss: Why Consultative Sales Game was born Tapping into the competitive nature of entrepreneurs How it works Why we don’t implement if we’re just given information How does this benefit the business owners Adding gamification to your events To find out more information, visit www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast

Did you know I live in an eco-village? One of the things I love about my business is me and my team's dedication to Integrity. Sustainability is one of my core values. And that is reflected in where I live - in an eco-village. What is an eco-village? How my eco-village is set up? Why do I choose to live in an eco-village?  What things might I do differently if I were to start again? And much more. Join me as I share an insight into my life and how I live. For more information on all things www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast

LinkedIn is a Journey. Most people are using their LinkedIn profiles as a transaction... which is the wrong way to go about it. I'm joined by LinkedIn expert and trainer Karen Hollenbach to discuss how to use LinkedIn like a pro to take your business networking (and leads) to the next level. In this episode we discuss: How LinkedIn compares to social media for your business What kind of returns or results can we get on LinkedIn Understanding that LinkedIn in like a networking room Why branding and setting up your profile well matters How to approach networking on LinkedIn Why LinkedIn is NOT a social media platform but a networking platform Why transactional strategies DON'T work on LinkedIn Company page strategy vs LinkedIn profile LinkedIn is inbound not outbound strategy Daily rituals for LinkedIn Find out more at www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast

Creating products can feel like a weeks (maybe a months) long process for many.  But it doesn't have to be that way. You too can learn the art of creating powerful products in less than two days. In this podcast episode, I share with you how I went from idea to product in less than 48 hours. Here are some of the things I cover: Doing the market research Making sure it's in a format you WANT to deliver Finding the product sweet spot Mapping out the product (and why it's easy when you have a Signature System) How not to procrastinate on getting it done Why you should make a public declaration And much more! To find out more head to www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast

Standing out from all the noise both online and offline is tough. That's why I've invited personal branding expert and photographer Fi Mims on the show to share how you can take your personal brand from invisible to inspirational. My brand is highly recognisable and totally me. People often want that level of instant recognisability. So, how do you get it? In this episode, Fi Mims and I discuss: What personal branding is How do we use our personal brand to stand out and rise above the noise? 7 Crucial Elements of an Amazing Personal Brand Describing your brand in 5-15 words Knowing the message you want to convey to your audience Why it's important to know your ideal client and be able to describe them in detail Having a brand style guide Knowing your top 10 business values Having a list of brands you aspire to be like and what you love about them Writing out your success strategy for the next 5 years Maintaining authenticity in your brand What's the difference between a personal brand image and a headshot? And more! Find out more by visiting www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast

Are you spending weeks, maybe months creating new products? What if I told you there was an easier way to extract your expertise and create ALL your products QUICKLY and CONSISTENTLY? That's the power of a Signature System. A Signature System extracts all of your knowledge and expertise and distills it into 4 simple pictures. Then you can create ALL (yes, ALL) your products from these 4 pictures. How? I'm so glad you asked! First, you need to be able to use them in your pitch script - a way of arranging the 4 models that tells a compelling and informative story to your audience. Once you have that nailed, the pitch script is a concertina. Add as much or as little detail/support/exercises as you need for each product. Want to do a 20 minute video optin? Easy - add in a few case studies and few examples and you can quickly fill up the 20 minutes. Need to run a 7 week course? Simply expand on your Educate Model. Go really in depth with exercises, examples, support and so much more. That way it's a much higher value product than say your short optin video.  When you're the expert, it's easy to fill or reduce as much as you need for whatever product you're creating! Find out more at www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast

Who wants to have a massively engaged, effective team, happier clients and a more successful business? I think that's everyone right? On this episode, I'm joined by winning teams expert, Paul Ashley Jensen to share his signature system for creating winning teams. This episode was a pertinent one for me. I've just grown my team, and I'm feeling the pressures that come with that. However, Paul's advice is simple and effective for ensuring that you as the leader create a team that's engaged and effective. And the massive benefits of that is happier clients and a more profitable business. In this episode, we discuss: Why we should care about winning teams Why leaders should speak last Leaders need to invest into their own development Receiving feedback is the key to growth Examples of giving good feedback Steps to building winning teams Safe space for feedback Reflect on where you are as a person Actively listen Celebrate Give feedback and how to give feedback that's in the Goldilocks Zone. Receiving feedback And more. Find out more by visiting www.shareyourpassion.com.au/podcast