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In this final episode of the BizChix podcast, I have exciting news to share.  While this marks the end of the BizChix podcast after 124 months and 627 episodes, I'm thrilled to announce a new venture: The Biz of Nonprofit Consultants podcast, launching today.  This new podcast is dedicated to consultants who serve nonprofit clients, a project I've been developing since November 2023.  I'm also shifting my group coaching program and mastermind to exclusively support nonprofit consultants starting in August 2024. These program changes happened more rapidly than I expected and have involved immense mindset work and mindset shifts in the last 6 weeks. In this final BizChix episode, I share about the incredible experiences I have had over the last 10+ years, how this podcast, connecting with you and working with you has changed my life. I'm especially grateful to Elizabeth Cook who has joined me more times than I can count as a co-host of the podcast and who has been an incredible coach alongside me in my programs. This new podcast (and many other ideas I have had over the years) would not come to life without Tiffanie Smith who literally burned the midnight oil to make this all happen. Thank you so much T! Of course I couldn't leave without sharing SIX business lessons that I hope will help as you continue to build your service business.

In this episode of "Ask the Podcast Coach," we dive into the nuances of adding enhanced content like slides to your YouTube videos. I discuss with Jim the evolving landscape of podcasting, the tricky transition from hobby to business, and the balance needed when offering personalized coaching. We also touch on the significance of community-driven podcasting and the essence of constructive feedback. Additionally, we share our personal experiences with website migration and the tribulations of various hosting platforms. As always, we celebrate our supporters in our "wheel o' names" segment, encourage listener engagement, and humorously banter about everything from pizza pilgrimages to tight jeans, all while anticipating next week's exciting insights. Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co If you need podcast artwork, lead agents or a full website, podcastbranding.co has you covered. Mark is a podcaster in addition to being an award-winning artist. He designed the cover art for the School of Podcasting, Podcast Rodeo Show, and Ask the Podcast Coach. Find Mark at https://podcastbranding.co   Mugshot: Based on a True Story Podcast Ever wonder how much of those "Based on a true story" movies are real? Find out at www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com   Support the Show on Patreon Be an Awesome Supporter!   JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the globe. There is a 30-day worry-free money-back guarantee. Go to https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/coach  Featured Patron of the Week https://www.radiofreepw.com/  Mentioned In This Episode Podpage www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks www.homegadgetgeelks.com  The School of Podcasting www.schoolofpodcasting.com/coach  Become an Awesome Supporter www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome  Podcast Rodeo Show https://www.podcastrodeoshow.com  Biz Chix https://www.bizchix.com Squarespace https://supportthisshow.com/squarespace  Elementor https://supportthisshow.com/elementor  Ecamm Live Streaming https://supportthisshow.com/ecammm  Follow the Show  Follow the show on the following apps and never miss an episode Apple Podcasts- Spotify- Podurama- Podcast Guru - Castomatic  Chapters 00:01:36 - Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co (https://www.podcastbranding.co ) 00:03:02 - Mugshot: BasedOnATrueStoryPodcast.com (https://BasedOnATrueStoryPodcast.com ) 00:03:35 - Dave is Rusty...  00:04:26 - Have A Live Page Open  00:06:02 - Keep It Simple and Stick With What You Know  00:06:25 - Adding Slides to Video 00:09:43 - Does Editing Style Increase Downloads?  00:20:28 - Different Background = More Viewers?  00:23:20 -  Switching Cameras to Hold Attention  00:24:54 - Dave Identifies Audio Issue  00:25:35 - Shorts for Marketing  00:26:26 - Night Agent on Netflix  00:30:06 - Lessons From New Coke  00:32:04 - Daves Struggling With Artwork Still  00:36:39 - Realizing Your Influence  00:38:35 - Rebranding the Podcast Rodeo Show  00:45:32 - Can You Mix Entertainment With Coaching?  00:50:53 - What Is the Motive?  00:52:43 - Bring Me the Homework  00:57:26 - Larry's Red Hat  00:58:27 - Maybe This Doesn't Work?  01:04:16 - ONE ON ONE COACHING?  01:06:57 - Become a Supporter (https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome ) 01:09:40 - Cool Hindenburg Trick  01:11:35 - Playing Kind Words In Your Show  01:15:32 - Moving Off of WordPress  01:28:23 - Wrap Up   Every week Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting and Jim Collison from the Average Guy Network answer your podcast questions. This episode 977 is part of the Power of Podcasting Network

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Need help planning like a CEO?  Take back control of your calendar by mapping your ideal month and ideal week. Plus, learn how to theme your days and the power of time blocking.   

What would it be like to let go of control in your business and know that it would keep running smoothly and successfully?  What if you had a strong support system in your life, both at home and in your business, that you could actually take a breath and really relax?  Today, I chat with BizChix's very own Operations Leader Tiffanie Smith about simplifying your to-do list and becoming more productive. 

Trauma.  Most people have some amount of trauma.  What most people don't realize though is that you can have trauma related to and involving money.  Yes, money. That thing we use everyday to buy our food, pay our rent, the stuff that keeps our lights on. . . Depending on your relationship with it, depending on your parents relationship with it, and even their parents' relationship with it, money holds a lot of significance.  Today on the podcast, I share with you some insights around money trauma that I've learned while coaching women business owners over the years.    ⭐️ Connect with Natalie on LinkedIn. Resources from this episode: Financial Therapy Association New York Times Article: How to Deal With Financial Trauma by Juli Fraga  R.E.S.E.T. Your Mindset by Natalie Eckdahl   This episode was first published at BizChix.com/595.

Natalie Eckdahl is the Founder of Biz Chix, a company dedicated to training, mentoring, and coaching professionals in marketing, consulting, and finance. With over 25 years of business experience complemented by an MBA, Natalie has made it her mission to guide women entrepreneurs in crafting businesses that are profitable, sustainable, and tailored to their lifestyles and priorities. Through Biz Chix, she has coached countless women, hosted The BizChix Podcast since 2014, and earned accolades from notable platforms, including Entrepreneur, Inc. Magazine, and Apple Podcasts. Her contributions to the entrepreneurial world extend beyond coaching, as evidenced by her book R.E.S.E.T. Your Mindset: Silence Your Inner Mean Girl, which offers insights into conquering mindset challenges. In this episode… Ever felt overwhelmed trying to appeal to a broad audience or spread too thin managing a wide range of products? The power of 'niching down' might be the solution you've been seeking. Natalie Eckdahl, a seasoned business strategist and niching expert, emphasizes the transformative effects of narrowing your business focus. According to Natalie, aligning with a specific audience or product range not only leads to more profound connections but also streamlines business operations. This concentrated approach offers clarity, simplifies marketing efforts, and enhances overall business efficiency. In this episode of the Financial Clarity podcast, host Hannah Smolinski sits down with Natalie Eckdahl, Founder of Biz Chix, to break down the art and process of niching down. They discuss the key benefits of choosing a niche, the challenges entrepreneurs face when diversifying too broadly, and actionable strategies to find your ideal niche. Tune in to discover how narrowing your focus can pave the way for profound business growth and clarity.

Congratulations! You've already found your specialty and you've settled on a niche . . . now what?  Where should you go to reach your ideal client?  How do you get seen by them?  What do you do to grow your referral network? Today, I'm delighted to share a recent coaching session with $ix Figures Lab member, Corey Daigle. Corey is the CEO of WanderWeb, an SEO and Website Design Consultancy, that recently niched down to support MedSpa businesses. 

The hardest thing to rebuild is trust.  For many clients, I am not the first coach they've had.  And more often than I'd like, I've heard other coaches and programs described as, “feeling like a waste of money,” or that the program was, “too big and you never got time with the lead coach.”    They have lost trust in the coaching community–and rightfully so.  Thankfully, not all coaches are the same.  Today, Elizabeth Cook, my co-coach in $ix Figures Lab, joins me as we talk about what to look for in a coaching program, the questions you should ask when looking at a new program, and how our $ix Figures Lab program differs from most other programs on the market.     

When it comes to social media, it can be an incredibly powerful tool or a drain on your time and your energy. So how can you make social media work for your business and avoid falling down the rabbit hole of your newsfeed?  By joining us for BizChix LinkedIn Bingo! I introduced this to our $ix Figures Lab members at the beginning of the month, and I'm delighted to share it with you today.  We've made networking on social media a fun, easy, low-risk, high-value activity with tasks that can each be completed in a matter of minutes.  If you've never played Bingo the “rules” are simple.  Complete tasks until you fill in a line (diagonally, horizontally or vertically) or reach BINGO by getting a Blackout and completing all the squares on the card.    ⭐️ Connect with Natalie on LinkedIn to get your Bingo card and play along.  

Imagine your business a year from now. What if you were able to work less, make more, and serve only your ideal client?   Sounds like a dream, right?  On today's episode, I am hosting an On-Air Coaching Call with $ix Figures Lab member, Debra Hope, as we find her path to her ideal client and lay the foundation to make that dream a reality.     

Louise Brogan is the CEO at Louise Brogan Ltd, a boutique LinkedIn marketing agency that caters to professional services clients across the UK, Europe, and North America. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in supporting small businesses to leverage social media effectively. Her work has gained recognition, including the title of Small Business Champion for the UK, leading to engagements with clients from various industries who seek to utilize LinkedIn for leads and sales. Besides being a seasoned professional in her field, Louise is also a renowned international speaker, writer, and host of the LinkedIn with Louise podcast and YouTube channel. Committed to supporting other women in business, her dedication and innovative strategies have won her distinct acclaim, including an invitation to Buckingham Palace to meet King Charles in 2022. In this episode… Navigating the world of social media for your business can often feel like a daunting maze. But what if there was a way to leverage this digital tool to create impressive ROI? This is exactly where the power of LinkedIn, a platform that often gets overlooked, shines through. Louise Brogan is an international LinkedIn consultant, speaker, and award-winning entrepreneur. She has spent the last seven years demystifying LinkedIn for businesses, and today, she shares her insights, offering a fresh perspective on how to employ this platform efficiently. In this episode of the Financial Clarity podcast, host Hannah Smolinski sits down with Louise Brogan, CEO at Louise Brogan Ltd, to delve deep into the universe of LinkedIn. They explore how to optimize your LinkedIn profile, discuss the power of quality content and targeted interactions, and provide tips for leveraging LinkedIn's vast network for client acquisition and brand visibility. You'll also discover the challenges and strategies of managing a growing business.

My friends, what if I told you that you could eliminate the stress and hassle of creating multiple proposals for a client – decreasing your initial leg work and increasing your odds of signing the client? We've all been told to offer two or three proposal options and that presenting any more will overwhelm your potential client. The truth is between life, business, and social media, we are inundated with decisions all day long.  And this decision fatigue can leave us tired, brain-dead, or in a fog, wanting and waiting for someone else to make a choice for us.  Now – what if you could listen to your client's needs and co-create the perfect proposal, in real time – effectively eliminating the need for multiple proposals?  Today, I'm joined by our $ix Figures Lab Coach, Elizabeth Cook, as we explore the One Option Proposal – how it works and why you should consider it for your next potential client.    

Have you ever had a friend or peer describe their business in such a clear and succinct way that you immediately knew who they should meet in your network – either as a potential client or a beneficial connection?  That, my friend, is what I like to call an, "automatic yes."  When you specialize by the type of work you do, and/or niche by defining who you serve, you become instantly referable. Which is exactly where we want to be.  Getting there sometimes isn't quite as straightforward.  It often takes a series of small experiments to narrow in on the who and the what, and that can be frightening.  On today's episode, $ix Figures Lab Coach Elizabeth Cook and I discuss the scary side of positioning and the mindset adjustments we can make to embrace experimenting – letting us flourish, both in business, and in life.    

What if you could make your business easier by implementing one strategy? I'm talking about positioning. This means specializing by the type of work you do and/or niching by who you do it for. When you position your business well, you will be able to streamline your services, and you will attract higher level clients. On today's episode, $ix Figures Lab Coach Elizabeth Cook and I will talk about how positioning can have a “waterfall impact” on your business. And you'll learn the top 3 reasons positioning is worth your time.      

Imagine if you knew how much money was going to come into your business in the next six months. A great way to create stability in your business is to create a retainer offer. Today, I'm sharing five reasons why this is a great idea, how it helps your clients, plus a few bonus tips as well.     

What if the clients that got you here might not be the clients that get you there?  If you've been thinking that it's time to uplevel your clients, then this episode is for you.     

I recently had several one-on-one calls with clients, where we discussed how critical it is to create and maintain momentum in their business. The last thing you want is to be in a vulnerable place in your business, where you lose a big client, or have several clients not renew at once, or have several proposals get declined, and have no one else in your pipeline.  I recently recorded a live training into our $ix Figures Lab group coaching program, where I share the ways I observe business owners losing momentum, and several ways to gain momentum. I decided this is something I wanted to share with all of you that are listening and who are a part of our BizChix community.   

Adulting is hard.  Turns out this is more than just a funny meme. Adulting really is hard.  And many business owners have been expressing the same sentiment.  Being a CEO is hard.  It makes sense, because as the CEO, the buck stops with you.  There's no one higher up the chain to absorb the impact of a rough patch in your business. There's no one who can make business decisions for you.  On today's episode $ix Figures Lab Coach Elizabeth Cook and I will talk about the very real pressures of being a business owner. You'll learn how your struggles in business mirror your struggles in your personal life, the two areas that drain your emotional and mental resources the most, and why you need a safe space to discuss your business challenges.  

Hey there, friends! In today's episode, we're addressing a major obstacle many people face—asking for help. We first encountered this concept from Natalie Eckdahl of BizChix, and it has since transformed our lives and businesses.We'll discuss the importance of seeking help in various aspects of your life, whether it's at home, in your business, or even when working out. We'll share our personal journeys and how we've evolved in this area since being introduced to the concept back in 2017.Join us as we explore the idea of getting help as much as you can afford, breaking down the barriers that might be holding you back. By embracing help, you'll not only improve your life but also unlock the full potential of your business. So, let's get ready to tackle this challenge and start thriving!Brought to you by the Shop 1 in 5™ Pledge! Commit to making 1 in 5 of your purchases from a small business, whether online or offline. The Shop 1 in 5™ Pledge is a way to make an impact together when (and where) it matters most. Join us and take the pledge today!Resources:Want a guide to over 308 business tolls and resources to help you effectively run your product-based business? Visit theproductboss.com/resourceguide to get this FREE download today!Connect:Website: theproductboss.comInstagram: @theproductbossMentioned in this episode:No Straight PathListen to No Straight Path by Ashley Menzies Babatunde!No Straight PathHubSpotGet started for free!HubSpot CRM

Are you struggling to find more time to work on your business as it grows and also more time for your personal life too? Many women business owners share the same struggle. And it's no wonder because we are all trying to balance multiple roles whether it is as moms, care-takers, partners, volunteers, friends, CEOs, and more.  That was certainly the case for $ix Figures Lab member Rachel Cahill, who is a mom of three kids under the age of ten.  Rachel is the CEO of a consulting firm that works with anti-hunger nonprofits. And she originally reached out to me because she needed help hiring in her business.  Now, she has hired help both in her business and at home, and she says it has been life-changing.   Join me for today's episode where Rachel and I talk about why she hired help, the parts that were challenging for her, the mindset shifts she had to go through and the difference it has made.  

Do you want to get more leads and convert more of them into clients? Many of the marketers, consultants, and financial professionals in our group coaching program, $ix Figures Lab, initially thought they had a sales problem too.  But, as you're about to find out, it's not always that simple. Elizabeth Cook and I will talk about why you may not have a sales problem.  You'll learn the real reasons you may be struggling to get leads and how to ensure your offer has the three most often overlooked elements it needs in order to sell — specificity, urgency, and ROI.    

Have you been searching for the perfect pricing structure for your business? If so, I have good news and bad news.  The bad news is, there is no perfect formula for pricing.  Now for the good news — there is more than one way to get paid in your business. And as the CEO, it's your choice. On today's episode $ix Figures Lab Coach Elizabeth Cook and I will share 3 ways marketers, consultants, and financial professionals can get paid. You will learn the pros and cons of each pricing structure, why you may want to offer different structures to different clients, and how your pricing structure may evolve as your business scales.  

What do you think of when you hear the term passive income? The idea is incredibly appealing, and the marketing messages used to sell it are extremely persuasive.  Imagine a steady stream of income filling your bank account on autopilot, while you relax on a tropical beach or sleep in your own bed. That's every business owner's dream, right? On today's episode $ix Figures Lab Coach Elizabeth Cook and I will talk about the Passive Income Fallacy.  We cover why so many business owners waste their precious time and energy in pursuit of an illusion, the truth about what's involved in running a successful online course or membership business, and the business model I recommend instead for marketers, consultants and financial professionals.  

Have you noticed a lot more competition for your ideal clients? If you think your market is saturated, you may be right.  Over the past decade, I have noticed several entrepreneurial fields becoming crowded. Areas like marketing, consulting, and business and life coaching have grown exponentially — especially since 2020 and the Great Resignation. There are a few reasons for this growth, and on today's episode $ix Figures Lab Coach Elizabeth Cook and I will talk about why certain fields have become saturated and how to ensure you stand out in a crowd.   Keep listening to learn the number one mistake service-based business owners make that practically guarantees they will be invisible to their ideal clients, why the way I describe my business has evolved over the years, and how to use the Blue Ocean Strategy to laser in on your niche and specialty.   

Do you think you have a marketing problem? Before new clients join us in our group coaching program $ix Figures Lab, we ask them to evaluate and analyze their business across essential areas such as strategy, operations, team, and sub-areas like marketing. This gives us insight into what they believe the problem is and allows us to dig deeper to discover underlying issues.  The most common area new clients rank in as needing urgent help is their marketing. They report they aren't doing enough marketing. They don't have a real plan. Or their current marketing plan isn't working.  But, nine times out of ten, they don't have a marketing problem.  In today's episode, Elizabeth Cook, who is a coach in $ix Figures Lab, and I will talk about why marketing may not be the issue and what the real problem likely is.  You'll learn why a marketing problem is a sign you want more control and stability in your business, the reason Marketers, Consultants and Financial Professionals don't need an all-out marketing blitz, and what to do instead of wishing for a magic formula.   

People complain, they just do. Sometimes it's venting, sometimes they are verbally working through a problem, sometimes they are projecting their own issues onto coworkers and their workplace in general, and sometimes people have a legit grievance.   As the CEO of your company, you've got to tune into this and encourage your leadership team members to lean into listening too. Join me today where we will talk about what you can do to constructively decipher what your team wants you to do when they complain.    Click here to join the waitlist for Leadership Lab Click here to schedule a strategy session with Shelli Click here for the links from this episode Connect with Shelli: Instagram Linkedin  Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter  This podcast was first published on BizChix.com/syt-259. Listen to our sister podcast, BizChix, on your app or at BizChix.com.

What I have learned over the last decade working individually with over 1,000 women entrepreneurs, is that we all have blind spots when it comes to our businesses and we are each focusing on things that may not be moving our business forward even though it may feel like we are keeping very, very busy. My guess is that you are doing things to attempt to attract your ideal clients that they do not care about, notice or even participate in. So effectively, you're wasting your time.  One of the challenges here for all of us is that often the loudest marketers, the most flashy, the ones with the best ads, they seem that they have it all together. And they're telling us that we need to do these things and they have really big budgets behind their messaging. They do that without regard to the business model you are building. My goal is to help you maximize the time you spend bringing clients into your business. In January, I created a live video for my clients in $ix Figures Lab that I want to share with you today. Afterwards, I'll circle back and give you some things you can think about as you decide what activities to keep, adjust or delete and what opportunities to say a hard yes to or a hard no.  

We've all seen gossip magnify into something truly awful that goes against your core values and stops people from feeling safe at work. That's no way to attract or retain great people to work alongside you.  So as a woman who leads what can you do about it, especially in the moment and within your own circle of influence? Join me today where we will talk about how you can spread waves of positivity instead of nasty commentary. Not in a fake and overly produced kind of way, but in a genuine and professional way that bodes well for any woman who leads.    Click here to join the waitlist for Leadership Lab Click here to schedule a strategy session with Shelli Click here for the links from this episode Connect with Shelli: Instagram Linkedin  Subscribe to the Stacking Your Team Newsletter  This podcast was first published on BizChix.com/syt-258. Listen to our sister podcast, BizChix, on your app or at BizChix.com.

Are you playing the long game in your business? I hope that question is like a breath of fresh air for you. Because, as a business business owner, you are constantly bombarded with messages about instant results, overnight success, and ways to make money fast.    At BizChix, we do things differently. We help our clients build an Enduring Business, one that is enjoyable, profitable, and sustainable. In order to build an Enduring Business, you must have a long-term perspective.  In today's episode, Six Figures Lab coach Elizabeth Cook and I will talk about what it means to play the long game in your business. You will learn why we always ask our clients to start with the end in mind, how to reinvigorate your goals by setting specific intentions for your money, and how to create momentum with relationship marketing.      

You don't need a massive team to have a highly profitable business as a marketer, consultant or financial professional. But you do need a high performing team. What would it be like if you could give every member of your current or future team a five star rating? Can you imagine how your entire business and life would change if you had that kind of support? Your team includes anyone you pay to support you — either in your business, or in your personal life.  Many of the women we work with in our group coaching program Six Figures Lab, have reached a tipping point in their service-based business, and they are ready to bring in more support in business, at home, or both.  But they often get hung up on the idea that their team has to be massive or full-time. It doesn't. Elizabeth Cook, who coaches with me in Six Figures Lab, joins me to discuss building your lean dream team. You will learn how to rate your team members using one to five stars, why your goal should be five star support all around, and what to do about team members who are not performing at a five star level.    

Have you considered working in a fractional role with your clients?  The most common fractional roles include fractional chief financial officer, chief marketing officer, chief operations officer and chief people officer.  Some of our clients come to us already offering fractional packages. Or we help them pivot into a fractional role after joining $ix Figures Lab because it elevates their position in the marketplace and reflects the value they are creating for their clients already. In this episode, Elizabeth Cook, a coach in Six Figures Lab, and I will talk about working in a fractional role, and I'll share why I hired a CMO this year. You will learn why your clients might consider hiring you in a fractional role — instead of hiring a full-time employee, what a fractional role might look like, and how to start re-positioning yourself to sell fractional services.    

Does it ever make sense to offer a discount on your services? My stance on discounts is a solid no. But it's not quite that simple.  If you're anything like some of our clients, you may get creative when it comes to discounting your services by trying to find an exception to the no discounts rule.  What about you? Are you coming up with creative ways to offer a discount without calling it a discount?  If so, stop right there and listen to today's episode. Elizabeth Cook, who is a coach in Six Figures Lab, and I will talk about why you should never offer discounts, even to your long-term clients.  And you will learn why you don't have to offer discounts to get clients, how to respond if a client asks for a discount, and how to navigate a subcontracting arrangement that might involve lowering your rates.      

Where are you hiding in your business? Now, you might think I'm only talking about hiding from visibility opportunities, but hiding is about more than visibility.  And you might think we're going to discuss procrastination because so many business owners use it to avoid making difficult decisions or taking action.  Hiding in your business goes a layer deeper, and it may be harder to recognize because it appears to be productive. In today's episode, Elizabeth Cook, who is a coach in our $ix Figures Lab group coaching program, and I will talk about what it means to hide in your business and what it's costing you. You will learn about the top three hiding mechanisms entrepreneurs use to avoid making changes in their business, including hiding behind your content, your network, and your client work.  

How many of your clients have your personal cell phone number?  If this method of communication works for you, that's fine. However, it quickly becomes a problem if your client has an all-access pass to your time, and you feel like you can't say no, especially to those quick texts after hours and on weekends. Maybe this communication style worked when you started your business and had only a few clients. Now, it has become overwhelming and intrusive as more and more clients have access to you.   It will come as no surprise that this is a boundary issue.  In today's episode, Elizabeth Cook, who coaches with me in our $ix Figures Lab Group Coaching Program, joins me to discuss how to set communication boundaries to protect your time, your team, and your business.  

It could be where they work, their working hours, their communication style, lack of attention to detail or how they present themselves to your clients.  Sometimes we let team members go without giving them a chance to make changes and perhaps as leaders we have not clearly communicated and set boundaries. In today's episode, I'm joined by Elizabeth Cook, who coaches with me in our $ix Figures Lab Group Coaching Program. We discuss common themes that show up with our clients and how to recognize boundary issues with your team. You will learn how boundaries affect your team's performance, why your team needs you to provide clear expectations and uphold them, the simple, disarming way to start a boundary-related conversation, and how to know it's time to set new boundaries with your Team.

Do your clients know what your boundaries are? How about your team?  Boundary issues come up a lot in with our clients, so please know you are not alone. If you struggle with holding boundaries in your personal life they will inevitably bleed into your business. If you don't have policies and contracts in place, chances are no one knows what your boundaries are — possibly not even you.  In today's episode, Elizabeth Cook, who coaches with me in our $ix Figures Lab Group Coaching Program, joins me to discuss why policies and contracts are the foundational pieces for setting and holding clear boundaries in your business. The good news is, if you've been running your business without policies and contracts, you can always renegotiate the terms of engagement with your clients and team.  Keep listening to learn how boundary issues show up with your clients and team, and how to uphold your boundaries even when it's uncomfortable.   

Do you know exactly what to do to grow and scale your business in 2023? Or maybe your to-do list is stuffed with random tasks you think you should be doing? If you feel pulled in a thousand different directions, and you're not sure what actually moves the needle in your business, you are in luck.  In today's episode, we have narrowed the list down to the top five things you must do this year, in order to grow your service-based business.   

Do you have a plan for what you can stop doing in your business this year?  You probably have an exciting plan mapped out for 2023. But in addition to all of the things you will do, we always recommend taking a step back and assessing what is not working for you. In today's episode, Elizabeth Cook, who coaches with me in our $ix Figures Lab group coaching program, joins me to discuss the top five things you don't have to do in 2023, so you can free up your time and energy for high impact activities.

In a world obsessed with instant results, what does it take to build an enduring business? Ultimately, creating an enduring business is what we help all of our clients do at BizChix. And you might be wondering exactly what that means. My definition of an enduring business is one that is profitable, enjoyable, and sustainable. In today's episode, I'm joined by Elizabeth Cook, who coaches with me in our $ix Figures Lab program.  Together, we will unpack each of the three pillars of an enduring business and how you can use them to identify opportunities for improvement and growth in your business.  

Do you know exactly what to focus on every day to grow your business? Not knowing which actions will actually move the needle in your business is one of the biggest challenges facing entrepreneurs today.  After all, there are thousands of strategies and tactics you could try. But which one is the best for YOU? Too often, I see business owners trying to do all of the things in their business. And that is a recipe not only for burnout, but also for a slow growing business. In today's episode, I want to re-introduce you to the Pareto Principle, also known as the 80/20 Rule, which states that 80 percent of your results come from 20 percent of your efforts.  You have probably heard of this principle in relation to productivity and time management. But the 80/20 principle applies across almost anything that has a cause and effect, or inputs and outputs.  

Are you running your business from a state of overwhelm?  If so, you will struggle to achieve your goals.  How do I know? Because when you are in a state of overwhelm, you cannot see, plan, or act from a place of clarity.  Overwhelm happens you have too many requirements on your time and energy. You feel like you are drowning in your to-do list. And your capacity is maxed out.  As a CEO, you need a clear mind, so you can think strategically and envision what you want from your business and personal life. But that's not possible when you're operating in a constant state of overwhelm.  Please know you are not alone and don't wait to get out of overwhelm to ask for help. Most of our clients in Six Figures Lab arrived in overwhelm and it is one of my favorite things to help small business owners get out of. In today's episode, I reveal why business owners at all levels find themselves overwhelmed, how to ask for help, and how to identify what you can release in your business and life to free up your energy.   

How do you make sales and keep growing your business during a recession? This is a hot topic of conversation among my clients and the women business owners in the BizChix community.  Whether we are officially in a recession or not, the U.S. economy is in a downturn.  Naturally, many of you are worried about how this might affect the buying behaviors of your ideal clients and ultimately, the financial health of your business.  It turns out that we have a sales expert with 25 years of experience, who is a member of our year-long group coaching program $ix Figures Lab.  And she not only loves to teach other entrepreneurs how to sell in a recession — she says it can be easy.  In today's episode, Tammy Jones, the Founder of Selling to Scale, and I will talk about how to sell during a recession, even if you're not a sales expert.  

Are you playing the comparison game? The one where you scroll through social media and see all of the wins your competition is celebrating, or their new branding, or their new offer… And suddenly, you feel like you are falling behind. Sound familiar? In today's episode, I will share why no one wins the comparison game, and I will let you in on a life-changing secret.  The truth is, no one has it all together. Everyone is a mess. That's right. Behind the social media filter, we are all a mess, including me.  

On today's special Thanksgiving episode, we talk with Tara Humphrey, CEO of THC Primary Care, a healthcare consulting firm in London. Tara shares with us the life-changing power of positivity, how she sets goals, and how her daily practice of affirmations changed her mindset, her business, and her life as a whole. Because when we focus on how we want to feel, rather than where we are, anything is possible.  

What if one simple shift in your priorities could decrease your workload and increase your revenue?  The simple shift is prioritizing conversations over content.  This might surprise you because as entrepreneurs, we are told to produce tons of free content in multiple forms for multiple platforms. Frankly, churning out content for your business can be exhausting.   But the real problem is not the amount of time and energy it takes. The real problem is the lost opportunity to have real conversations.  Just one conversation is much more likely to result in referrals, clients, and revenue than publishing one hundred pieces of content.   In today's episode, Elizabeth Cook, who is the accountability coach in $ix Figures Lab, and I will talk about the content-heavy business model, why it may not work for your business, and why posting content should not be your go-to strategy for getting clients.  

Are you holding onto something in your business that is not right for you simply because you already invested significant time, money or energy in it? Maybe it is a course, coach, software, strategy, client relationship, or an employee. Even though you are not getting the results you want, you are holding on for dear life.  We see this often with the women entrepreneurs in our community. And I even hear some version of it when women debate whether or not to join us for our group coaching program, $ix Figures Lab.  Many women tell me they feel guilty about making a new investment because their last one did not pan out. I understand why they feel this way. After all, no one wants to waste money. But let me ask you — how much is holding on truly costing you?  In today's episode, Elizabeth Cook, who is the accountability coach in $ix Figures Lab, and I will talk about Sunk-Cost Fallacy, how it can block your progress, and how to know when to let it go.   

What would change in your business and life if you were not the only one who delivered service to your clients? What would be possible?  Many of our clients in our signature group coaching program, $ix Figures Lab, want to shift some of their client workload to their team. It is a sign of growth that your business is able to attract more clients than you are able to handle on your own.  But it may also be a struggle to trust someone else with your clients.      In today's episode, Elizabeth Cook, our accountability coach at BizChix, and I talk about taking client work off of your plate and adding it to your team's plate. We walk you through the emotional, practical, and tactical aspects involved in taking a step back from client work in order to step into your bigger vision as a CEO.   

What if you are confident in your expertise, but you are not sure what to do next in your business? If you are trying all the things and you have hit a growth plateau, this episode is for you.  Many of my clients experience a plateau. They have built a solid client base. Yet, they struggle to advance to the next level. Cathy Heflin is one of those clients who hit a plateau and overcame it with the help of $ix Figures Lab by actually doing less in her business.  Cathy lives in Pasadena, Maryland, and she is a Pinterest Marketing Consultant for e-commerce brands. Most of her clients are monetizing Pinterest and have online shops.  In this episode, Cathy and I talk about what was missing in her business when she joined $ix Figures Lab, what it means to be coachable, and how she doubled her monthly revenue in just 6 months by focusing on revenue-generating activities, reducing some of her offers and optimizing the remaining offers.