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Breaking free from a W-2 is not just a financial transition.It is a mental one.In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we break down how to stop thinking like an employee and start thinking like a business owner.Because if you launch a business with an hourly mindset, you can accidentally build yourself another job instead of building real freedom.Paul explains why the employee mindset is built around effort, hours, and guaranteed paychecks, while the founder mindset is built around leverage, capital allocation, delegation, and revenue generation.In this episode, you'll learn:Why working harder is not always the answer in businessHow the W-2 mindset keeps entrepreneurs stuck doing low-level tasksWhy buying speed can help you grow fasterHow to stop seeing time as cheap and start protecting it like an assetWhy revenue generation must become your new measure of securityThe truth is simple:You cannot build a scalable business while thinking like someone waiting for a lunch break.If you want to grow, you have to stop asking, “How can I do everything myself?”And start asking, “Who can help me move faster?”That is the shift from employee to entrepreneur.High-level founders do not just work harder.They manage resources.They delegate with intention.They buy back time.They allocate capital.And they focus their energy on the moves that actually grow the business.Detox from the W-2 mindset.Change how you see time, money, and leverage.Build the machine.And keep leveling up.Your Network is your NETWORTH!Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQLinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.comFREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com

Thank you for tuning in to The Prosperous Woman Podcast!In today's episode, Claire chats with Audrey Johnson, the content and copywriting support coach inside of The Dream Accelerator. They discuss the common pitfalls women make when writing copy for their businesses, as well as how to talk to potential clients and describe your offers clearly in ways that make them want to buy immediately. Claire and Audrey also give a behind the scenes look into the unique support structure within The Dream Accelerator and how it provides a personalized blueprint for each member's success.Inside this episode:Why making potential clients feel seen and heard is the key to successful copy in your businessHow the two most important skills in business — copywriting and sales — are deeply connectedWhat moving quickly in your business does for your growthReady for more?Follow Claire Sellers on ⁠Instagram⁠For the woman ready to start a business - join Claire's business birthing program ⁠The Dream Accelerator⁠ ⁠For the woman scaling to multiple 6 figures - Join ⁠The Opulence Mastermind⁠ Connect with today's guest!Follow Audrey Johnson on Instagram

You can be excellent at what you do and still be running your business in a way you were never built to run.Your human design tells you how you're meant to work, make decisions, attract clients and build a team. Most women have never been shown how to read it, so they copy someone else's model and wonder why it takes so much out of them.Lily Eid joins me to break the whole thing down, and it goes far deeper than knowing your type.In this episode, you'll learn:Why two people can do identical work and only one of them burns out, and what burnout actually looks like for your energy typeThe three things to look at first on your chart, and what each one tells you about how to run your businessHow you're designed to initiate. Responding, informing, or waiting to be invited, and why using the wrong one is costing you clientsThe way you're meant to make decisions, and a simple exercise to tell whether you've been overriding your own authority for yearsThe engineering team where two people were labelled underperformers. It wasn't skill, and what Lily found instead will change how you hireGrab your free human design chart before you listen. You'll need your birth date, location and exact birth time. About Lily: Lily Eid is a Culture and Leadership Strategist with a background in organisational psychology and strategic HR, and the founder of Leid by Design. Her methodology, The Unique Human Operating System, maps three layers of how a person operates: behavioural wiring, productivity profile, and energetic map. Find her at leidbydesign.com.au or on Instagram @leidbydesign__Mentorship and Further Insights: Learn how to attract clients who pay without hesitation and increase your income for the work you're already doing, with Premium Client Attraction. 2027 EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: The Collective: A mentorship for women in business ready to expand into multi five figure and six figure months, attract premium clients and become known in the high-end space in their industry.Book the mini private 1:1 mentorship package here. Further Resources: Follow me on Instagram for the ongoing edit on building a high-end brand and living a premium life.

In this episode of the RevOps Champions Podcast, host Brendon Dennewill talks with Brittany Anderson, entrepreneur, business strategist, and co-founder of AlignPS, about why growth stalls are rarely a technology problem. Brittany helped scale a financial planning firm through years of expansion before its 2024 acquisition, and she argues that companies hit "ceilings of complexity" when leadership, communication, and structure stop keeping pace with the business itself, a theme she now helps founders and leadership teams work through every day.Brittany shares the early warning signs of a misaligned team, the risk of leaders who stay in a role too long, and why matching people to their true strengths matters more than promoting whoever performed best last quarter. She also connects these ideas to today's biggest leadership test: adopting AI with intention and empathy instead of fear. RevOps leaders, founders, executives, and franchise leadership teams navigating a growth transition will find a practical lens here for diagnosing whether their next bottleneck is really about people, not process or platform.What You'll LearnWhy growth stalls even with great products and strong demandThe "ceilings of complexity" that trip up every fast-growing businessHow to spot early warning signs of leadership misalignmentWhy staying in a role too long turns leaders into bottlenecksHow to match people to their true strengths, not just their titlesWhat "Who Not How" looks like inside a scaling organizationWhy leading through AI adoption starts with intention, not fearResources MentionedAlignPSThe TrailblazeHers "Who Not How" by Dan SullivanStrategic Coach: Business Coaching For EntrepreneursGenius Network® | Joe Polish's Elite Entrepreneur NetworkIs your business ready to scale? Take the Growth Readiness Score to find out. In 5 minutes, you'll see: Benchmark data showing how you stack up to other organizationsA clear view of your operational maturity Whether your business is ready to scale (and what to do next if it's not)Let's ConnectSubscribe to the RevOps Champions NewsletterLinkedInYouTubeExplore the show at revopschampions.com. Ready to unite your teams with RevOps strategies that eliminate costly silos and drive growth? Let's talk!

In this episode we'll talk about:Why the right decision can still feel like lossHow to separate an incredible opportunity from the terms attached to itWhy knowing what you own—and what isn't for sale—is essential in life and businessHow faith helps you say no without knowing whether another opportunity is comingWhy protecting your gifts today can create possibilities you can't possibly see yetAnd more… START HERE…→ Join The Niche Is You® — my Substack (22K+) — Weekly essays, the full workshop library, the private community + the Quarterly Challenges. → https://mattgottesman.substack.com/aboutNEW HERE…→ 6 Days to Clarity Workshop — clarity for your time, energy, money, creativity, work & play. → https://mattgottesman.com/reverse-engineer-your-life (FREE)CONNECT WITH ME…→ Instagram — @mattgottesman→ TikTok — @mattgottesman→ YouTube — @mattgottesmanRESOURCES…→ Write • Design • Build — my Content Creator Studio & OS masterclass (Included when you join my Substack) — Growing the niche of you, your audience, reach, voice, passion & income — CLICK HERE→ Recommended Book List — CLICK HERE→ Apparel — thenicheisyou.comOTHER RELATED EPISODES:Faith Isn't Knowing the Whole Path… It's Taking the Next Honest StepApple: https://apple.co/3MB62IuSpotify: https://bit.ly/4rZw3RN

In this episode, I'm joined by Takiya Arevalo, a self-made millionaire and creator of the Money Magnet Method.Tekaya shares the story of going from living on food stamps to building a multi-million-dollar business, and what she believes was the real turning point.We talk about:What it actually took to build a successful personal brandThe moment Tekaya realized that being more of herself was what truly changed her businessHow leaning into her identity as a mother of three became part of her brand rather than something she needed to hideThe power of allowing yourself to be fully seenWhy she stopped looking outside of herself for permission to create the life she wantedHow she realized she was the one in control of making anything happenHer journey from survival and scarcity to wealth, freedom and choiceWhat manifestation really looked like for her as she built her dream lifeThis is a conversation about money, manifestation, motherhood, personal branding, identity, and ultimately, what happens when you stop trying to become the woman you think you should be and start becoming more of who you already are.Follow Tekaya on Instagram:

In episode 313 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I'm joined by Justin Goodbread, business strategist, bestselling author, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur who has grown and sold seven companies across multiple industries.We explore what it really takes to build a business that can scale beyond its founder. Justin shares why entrepreneurs should think beyond revenue and profit and focus on creating transferable business value, how owner-dependence can limit growth, and why many founders wait too long to prepare their companies for an eventual exit.In this episode, we discuss:The difference between building a profitable business and a valuable businessHow to recognize when the founder has become the biggest bottleneckHow to reduce owner-dependence and build a company that can operate without youThe leadership transition required as a company moves from seven to eight figuresWhat makes a company genuinely valuable and attractive to potential buyersTune in for a practical conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, scaling, business value, and creating a company that gives you greater freedom rather than depending on you for everything.You can connect with Justin here: Home - Justin Goodbread Thank you for joining me on this episode of IDEAS+LEADERS. If you enjoyed this episode, please share, subscribe and review so that more people can enjoy the podcast on Apple https://apple.co/3fKv9IH or Spotify https://sptfy.com/Nrtq.

What happens when you're great at what you do… but hate everything required to actually grow the business?That's exactly where Meech finds himself.In this episode of Next Chapter Conversations, I sit down with my brother and longtime friend, Meech, a photographer, videographer, storyteller, and entrepreneur behind Media By Meech.Meech has spent years developing his craft—from photography and videography to working in news and even at ESPN. He's also gone through his own incredible fitness transformation and committed himself to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.But there's a problem:He loves shooting. He doesn't love running the business.Invoices. Contracts. Scheduling. Marketing. Promotion. Following up with clients.Those are the things draining his energy and keeping him from doing more of the work he actually loves.So we start breaking down what it could look like to build Media By Meech around his strengths instead of forcing him to become someone he's not.We talk about:Going from 350+ pounds into a completely different lifeHow Jiu-Jitsu changed the way Meech thinksWhy he sees photography and videography like solving a puzzleThe pressure of perfectionism after working with major brandsWhy talented people often struggle to market themselvesThe difference between being a great operator and being a great business ownerWhat Meech would outsource if he had $10,000 to invest in his businessHow to build a business around the work you actually loveWhy combat sports could be the perfect niche for Media By MeechHow better marketing can help fighters, coaches, and gyms growAnd what it could take to turn Media By Meech into a much bigger brandThis conversation is bigger than photography or videography.It's about figuring out how to build a business that gives you more room to do the work you're actually called to do.If you're building a business and you've ever thought:"I love what I do. I just hate everything else that comes with it."You're going to relate to this one.FOLLOW MEECH:Instagram: @mediabymeechCONNECT WITH DREW:Subscribe to the channel and follow along as we have real conversations about business, life, transformation, and stepping into your next chapter.NEXT CHAPTER CONVERSATIONSEvery life has defining moments—moments that challenge us, change us, and ultimately shape who we become.Your story isn't over.The best chapters are still waiting to be written.#NextChapterConversations #Entrepreneurship #PhotographyBusiness #Videography #SmallBusiness #BusinessGrowth

If you're paying yourself whatever is left after your software, contractors, taxes, and business investments are covered, you don't actually have an owner pay strategy. In this episode of The Real Truth About Business podcast, I'm breaking down how to think about paying yourself as a business owner, including how much you should pay yourself, how often you should get paid, and why your payment schedule needs to reflect how money actually flows into your business. After 9 years of experience working with service-based entrepreneurs, I see too many owners generating revenue while treating their own paycheck as optional. Your business strategy should support your life, and that means intentionally planning for owner pay instead of hoping there's money left over. We'll talk about personal income needs, cash flow, payment cadence, owner draws, and how to make investment decisions after accounting for your paycheck. Revenue growth matters, but financial strategy is what turns that revenue into a business that actually pays you.What You'll Learn:How to determine how much your business actually needs to pay youWhy “whatever is left” is not a sustainable owner pay strategyHow your business structure can affect the mechanics of paying yourselfHow to create a payment schedule based on when revenue enters your businessHow percentage-based owner pay and reserve accounts can create consistencyWhy investment decisions should account for your paycheck before you spend the moneyEpisode Highlights:[00:00] Introduction: How much are you actually paying yourself?[02:15] Why owner pay is part of your overall profit strategy[05:00] Why paying yourself last needs to stop[07:15] Owner draws, S Corps, and how business structure affects payment[09:30] Determining how much your personal life needs from the business[11:00] Matching your paycheck cadence to when your revenue comes in[13:30] Using percentages and reserve accounts to pay yourself consistently[16:00] How investments affect your paycheck and cash flow decisions[18:15] The two numbers every business owner needs to know[20:00] Wrap-up: Making owner pay a routine part of your businessKey Takeaways:Stop Paying Yourself Whatever Is LeftHere's what I hear constantly when I ask business owners how much they pay themselves:“I don't know. Whatever is left.”Or:“I take a draw when I need it.”Meanwhile, the business is paying for software, contractors, taxes, programs, marketing, and other investments. Then you look at the bank account and decide whether there's enough remaining to pay yourself.That is not a payment strategy.If we're building businesses that are supposed to support our lives, we cannot consistently treat ourselves as the last person who gets paid. Your business needs to have an intentional plan for paying you.Start With What Your Personal Life Actually RequiresBefore deciding how much to pay yourself, look at your personal expenses.What does your business need to provide for your life?If you need $3,000 per month to cover your personal expenses, that needs to become part of the financial plan. You shouldn't automatically drop your paycheck to $1,500 because you decided to spend another $1,500 somewhere else in the business.Think about it another way.If you were looking for a job tomorrow, what is the minimum salary you would accept?Most of us would never take a job without considering whether the salary could support our lives. Yet we become business owners and suddenly stop applying that same standard to ourselves.Your business may not be able to pay your ideal amount immediately, especially if it's newer. But you should at least know the number you're working toward.How You Pay Yourself Depends on Your Business StructureThe mechanics of paying yourself can depend on your business structure.For many single-member LLCs and sole proprietors, that may mean taking an owner's draw by transferring money from the business to yourself. As I explain in the episode, an owner's draw is not treated as a business expense on your profit and loss statement.An S Corporation works differently and generally involves paying the owner reasonable compensation through payroll.This is where I want to be very clear. I am not a CPA, tax strategist, or lawyer. Work with your own qualified tax professional to determine the appropriate structure and payment method for your specific business.Your Pay Schedule Should Match Your Cash FlowOne of the reasons business owners struggle to pay themselves consistently is that business revenue doesn't always arrive consistently.This is where understanding your cash flow becomes important.Look at how your clients actually pay you.Maybe most of your recurring payments arrive between the 15th and 25th. It may not make sense to take identical weekly paychecks when most of your revenue enters the business later in the month.You could instead take a larger monthly payment after that revenue arrives.If your income is project-based and comes in throughout the month, another option is deciding that a percentage of each payment goes toward owner pay.The goal is to build a cadence around how your business actually makes money.Create a System That Makes Paying Yourself RoutinePaying yourself shouldn't be something you remember to do after everybody else gets paid.It should become routine.One option I use is creating a separate reserve account specifically for owner pay. A predetermined percentage of deposits can automatically move into that account, creating a pool of money specifically designated for your paycheck.Then you're not looking at one big bank balance and mentally treating all of that money as available to spend.You've already identified what's yours.Inside the Focused Visionary Framework, we talk about Pricing, Pipeline, and Sales because those are what help generate the revenue. But financial strategy answers the next question: What happens to that money after it arrives?Make Investment Decisions After Accounting for Your PayPaying yourself first doesn't mean you can never invest in your business.It means you understand what the investment is actually costing you.If you want to invest in a new program, contractor, piece of software, or other opportunity, ask what that decision affects.Does it reduce your paycheck this month?Does it require debt?Could you wait until more revenue comes in?Would a payment plan make more sense?Could you create a cash injection offer to generate the additional money?There isn't one universal right answer. The important shift is making the decision from facts instead of spending the money first and discovering afterward that there isn't enough left to pay yourself.Know Two Things: How Much and How OftenThere are two key decisions I want you to make.First, how much do you need and want to pay yourself?Second, how and when are you going to pay yourself?Maybe that's a percentage of every dollar that comes in. Maybe it's one lump sum each month. Maybe you create a reserve account and pay yourself on a consistent schedule.Your exact system will depend on your revenue model and financial situation.What matters is that you have a system.Revenue Growth Is Only the BeginningBusiness strategy can help you generate more money.Financial strategy helps you decide what to do with it.That's the conversation I want us having more often because generating impressive revenue doesn't mean much if the business still isn't paying the person running it.So start with your numbers.Determine how much you need to pay yourself. Look at when money enters your business. Decide how you're going to create a consistent owner pay cadence.Then make your other financial decisions around that reality.You are the CEO. Your paycheck needs to be part of the plan.Resources MentionedGet your FREE Ceo Income PlanBook a CEO Strategy Call Learn more about The Missing Piece IntensiveLearn more about The Focused Visionary AcceleratorDownload the FREE Lead and Conversion TrackerSubscribe to the Sunday Morning Brew NewsletterAbout the Host:Michelle DeNio is a business strategist based in Sarasota, Florida, specializing in helping service-based entrepreneurs break through revenue plateaus using her Focused Visionary Framework. With over 300 podcast episodes and 9 years running her consulting business, she helps coaches, consultants, and service providers scale sustainably through strategic planning, pricing optimization, and sales process development.Connect with Michelle

"The message that you will only see proper and consistent success if you have a crazy number of eyes on you is one of the biggest lies you've ever been told."If you're building a business right now and wondering why the strategies that used to work suddenly aren't working anymore, you're not imagining it. The game has changed but that doesn't mean it's over.In this chat, I'm breaking down one of the biggest lies entrepreneurs have been sold: that you need more followers, more views, more content, and more visibility to make more money. You don't.Social media can absolutely help grow your business, but it should be a way, not the way. Instead of chasing algorithms and constantly trying to get in front of more people, I'm sharing why your focus needs to shift back to the fundamentals that build sustainable businesses. Yes, we're talking sales, relationships, repeat customers, and knowing exactly how much money you actually need to make. Don't Miss This Chat On:Why more followers don't automatically mean more moneyHow to grow a business without relying on social mediaWhy sales skills matter more than learning the latest algorithmThe 1,000 True Fans strategy and what it means for your businessHow to calculate your true income goal and reverse engineer your salesWhy going deep with the audience you already have can beat constantly chasing more visibilityHow real relationships create a more sustainable businessYou do not need to go viral to build a business that works. You need the right people, a product you believe in, and the willingness to actually ask for the sale.It's not over yet. If you understand the game, you can stay in it.Connect with Nicole:Work with NicoleOn Substack: https://nicolewaltersofficial.substack.com/On Threads: https://threads.net/nicolewaltersOn YouTube: http://nicolewalters.com/youtubeEpisode Sponsors:Visit forhers.com/nicole to get personalized, affordable care that gets you.Use code NICOLE at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Should workforce transformation belong to HR? Bettina Dietsche, Group Chief People and Culture Officer at Allianz, doesn't think so. Bettina leads the people agenda for around 156,000 employees at Allianz. She came to HR after 25 years in IT and digital transformation, picking up the people function while serving as COO of Allianz Commercial during a company turnaround. That background shapes her view that HR's job is to challenge and push transformation onto the business agenda - not to own it.In this episode, David and Bettina discuss: Why she believes HR should challenge and nudge workforce transformation, while ownership sits with the businessHow 25 years leading IT and digital transformation, including a COO turnaround, shaped her approach to the CPO roleWhy she runs regular sessions with more than 60 CEOs across Allianz, and what that partnership actually looks like in practiceHer test for a healthy culture - what people do when no one's watching - and why she calls culture "the hardest currency"How Allianz builds daily AI habits into leadership, from "AI gem sessions" to asking each morning what AI can help with firstWhy she sees AI creating as many new early-career roles as it displaces, and how Allianz is reshaping graduate hiring around that This episode is sponsored by Valence. Nadia, Valence's AI coaching platform, connects talent strategy to the work employees are actually doing — offering coaching from the frontline to the boardroom, and surfacing organisational insights that weren't visible before.As the most widely deployed coach in the Fortune 500, Nadia is already helping global leaders like Nestlé, Delta, CVS, and Kraft Heinz transform talent at scale.Learn more at valence.co/insight222 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the most expensive line item in your business isn't payroll — it's the conversation you keep avoiding?This episode exposes a hidden growth ceiling most founders don't recognize: avoided conversations. When leaders delay hard feedback, unclear expectations, or boundary-setting, they silently absorb the operational cost.Dawn breaks down why silence at the top creates decision bottlenecks, cultural avoidance, and unnecessary founder workload and how to use AI as a thinking partner to walk into tough conversations with clarity.If your business feels heavier as it grows, this episode explains why and what leadership shift unlocks scale.If your business still requires you in every decision, every approval, and every difficult conversation, that's not a team problem it's a leadership architecture problem. Inside CEO Clarity Consulting, we rebuild your decision structure, ownership model, and leadership role so the business can move without everything running through you.Key TakeawaysWhy avoided conversations quietly become the most expensive operational drag in your businessHow silence at the top shapes your company cultureWhy founder overload is often a leadership architecture problemThe leadership shift that removes the founder bottleneckHow to use AI to prepare for difficult leadership conversationsResources & LinksCEO Clarity Consulting Free Guide: 10 Ways AI Will Make You a Better LeaderRelated Episode:116 | How Female Founders Use AI to Stop Being December's Bottleneck (The August Delegation Fix)Send us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

Take the Sales Leak Scorecard HereEpisode Description"What's the going rate for a project like this?" Wrong question. In this episode, Tom breaks down why pricing off the going rate is the fastest way to price yourself into the gutter and what to ask instead. It's not about what everyone else charges. It's about your production rate, your real costs, and your number. If you're still shaving your price to "stay competitive," this one's for you.What You'll LearnWhy "going rate" pricing means you're averaging other contractors' blind spots into your own bidThe one question to ask instead of "what's the going rate"The three numbers you need to know cold before you price any jobThe blind-spot costs that never show up in a "going rate" conversationWhy revenue hides stupidity — and how a broken pricing model gets worse the more you scale itEpisode BreakdownOpen — The question that started this episode, and why it's the wrong one to askThe Going Rate Problem — Why market-average pricing means pricing off other people's guessworkThe Better Question — Production rate vs. going rate, and why one is math and the other is a rumorThe Cost of Guessing — How "going rate" pricing quietly scales a broken businessHow to Build Your Number — The three things to track: actual time, real costs, target marginThe Blind Spots — Access issues, waste, permits, travel — the stuff the going rate never accounts forThe Standard — What strong contractors do differentlyThe Fight This Week — Pull your last five jobs and build your real numberKey Quote"The going rate is the kiss of death for a contractor. It keeps you tied to the average. And average is not where you want to live."This Week's FightPull your last five jobs like the one you're about to bid. Look at actual hours, actual costs, actual outcome. Build your production rate... not the going rate.oduction rate — not your going rate.Links & ResourcesSales Leak ScorecardThe Contractor Fight Website: https://thecontractorfight.com

The Trust Formula: Why Clients Decide to Hire You Before They Ever Talk to You | Psychology of Selling Travel (Part 4) Why do some potential clients schedule a discovery call and book almost immediately, while others spend weeks asking questions and never move forward? The answer often isn't your pricing, your proposal, or even your sales skills. It's trust. In Part 4 of my Psychology of Selling Travel series, we're exploring one of the most powerful forces behind every buying decision: the psychology of trust. You'll learn why clients often decide whether they trust you long before they ever fill out your inquiry form, book a consultation, or request a quote. We'll dive into the five key trust-building principles—authority, social proof, familiarity, consistency, and reciprocity—and how you can intentionally incorporate them into your marketing, client experience, and travel business. If you've ever wondered whether your content is actually making a difference or how to stand out in a crowded travel industry, this episode will show you why trust is your greatest marketing asset. In this episode, you'll learn: Why trust is the foundation of every successful travel businessHow authority helps position you as the expert clients want to hireWhy social proof is one of the strongest influences on buying decisionsThe psychology behind familiarity and why consistency mattersHow providing value before asking for a sale builds long-term client relationshipsWhy educational content is one of the most effective marketing strategies for travel advisorsThe biggest trust killers that may be costing you bookingsHow authenticity helps clients connect with you on a deeper levelWhy marketing is about building relationships—not chasing salesPractical ways to strengthen trust throughout your client journey Whether you specialize in Disney destinations, cruises, luxury vacations, river cruises, all-inclusive resorts, or custom international travel, building trust is what transforms casual followers into loyal clients who book with confidence and refer their friends and family. Resources & Links ✨ Curious about becoming a travel advisor? I'd love to share more about joining my agency. ✨ Follow me for weekly travel advisor marketing strategies, business systems, and sales psychology tips. Website: https://www.lindsaydollinger.com and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lindsay.dollinger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydollinger ✨ Subscribe to Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust so you never miss an episode in the Psychology of Selling Travel series. If this episode inspired you, please leave a review and share it with another travel advisor who needs the reminder that showing up consistently matters—even when you don't see immediate results. Because the truth is... People rarely hire the advisor with the biggest following. They hire the advisor they trust. And trust is built one conversation, one piece of content, and one act of service at a time. trust marketingtravel advisor marketingtravel advisor salespsychology of selling travelhow to build trust with clientstravel advisor brandingauthority marketingsocial proof marketingrelationship marketingcontent marketing for travel advisorstravel business coachingtravel advisor podcasthow to get more travel clientstravel advisor content strategymarketing psychology for travel advisors

What happens when you stop treating photography as an expensive hobby and start treating it as a business that can truly change lives?In this inspiring conversation, Julie Atlas of Julie Atlas Photography shares her journey from teacher to full-time photographer and how learning to value her work, understand her numbers, and create deeper client connections transformed her business.In this episode, Julie shares:Why beautiful photography alone isn't enough to build a profitable businessHow she learned to charge what her work is truly worthThe mindset shift that helped her stop undervaluing herselfWhy your clients should feel heard, respected, and seenHow a profitable photography business allows you to give back and make a bigger differenceWhy surrounding yourself with the right people can completely change your business trajectoryHow to build a photography business around joy, purpose, and profitIf you've ever struggled with pricing, confidence, or wondering how to build a business without losing the passion that brought you to photography in the first place, this conversation is for you.You can now join us for seven days for just $7 and see what the Inner Circle community is all about.JOIN FOR 7 DAYS FOR JUST $7

Your story matters—but your story alone won't make you valuable in the marketplace. In this episode, Kellan Fluckiger gets brutally honest about what it actually takes to turn your life experience, pain, failures, transformation, and hard-earned wisdom into income and impact. Nobody pays simply because you survived something extraordinary. They pay when you can use what you learned to help them create a transformation they desperately want.Kellan breaks down the difference between having a story and building a business from that story—and explains why clarity, movement, structure, relief, transformation, speed, trust, support, and results are what people actually pay for. He also explains why your first product shouldn't be the first question you ask, why the offer isn't the container, and why the real opportunity is to build the bridge from where someone is to where they want to go.Key Takeaways:Why nobody pays simply because you have a powerful storyWhy your story is the raw material, not the businessHow your story can become wisdom, a message, a book, framework, offer, and transformation pathThe difference between telling an inspiring story and creating actual valueThe eight things people pay for: clarity, movement, structure, relief, transformation, speed, trust, support, and resultsWhy “feel good” inspiration isn't the same as measurable transformationWhy people buy the future your offer promises—not the format of your course or coachingHow to identify the transformation your life experience prepares you to help createWhy you should identify the transformation before choosing the containerWays to monetize a story through books, coaching, courses, workshops, retreats, keynotes, consulting, communities, masterminds, memberships, licensing, and corporate trainingWhy your first paid transformation should be simple to build but powerful enough to matterWhy you don't build the empire first—you build the bridgeHow service turns lived experience into clean, meaningful incomeWhy the marketplace is not the enemy of meaningHow a personal story can become both impact and incomeThe importance of having a specific audience, problem, promise, path, and result

How much of what you're chasing right now do you actually want?The car. The house. The watch. The vacations. The team. The awards. The social media following. The recognition.And how much of it made its way onto your list because you keep watching everybody else?In Episode 399 of The MindShare Podcast, David Greenspan digs into what "keeping up with the Joneses" looks like in a world where social media puts hundreds of other people's lives, businesses and successes in front of us every single day.And Realtors... we're having a conversation about those videos too.One Realtor pours coffee in a listing video and suddenly everybody needs the coffee shot. Somebody sits at the kitchen island, now everyone's at the kitchen island. Somebody makes a funny video and half the industry decides they're comedians.And then there's the dancing.At a time when Realtors are fighting to demonstrate their value and professionalism to consumers, what are we actually communicating with some of the content we're putting online? But this episode goes much deeper than social media.David explores how comparison affects the businesses we build, the teams we think we need, the brokerages we join, the money we spend, the goals we chase and even how successful we believe we are.Because your situation can be perfectly fine until you see what somebody else has — and suddenly you start questioning something you weren't questioning five minutes ago. The challenge in this episode is to come back to your own Map.Figure out what you want personally, professionally and financially. Build your own scoreboard. Stay in your lane. Stop spending so much time watching what everybody else is doing.And go get your shit done.What You'll LearnHow social media has put "keeping up with the Joneses" on steroidsWhy comparison can completely change how you feel about a life or business you were happy with minutes earlierWhere healthy competition ends and damaging comparison beginsWhy Realtors copying the same content makes it harder to differentiate themselvesWhat your online content communicates about your professionalism and valueWhy your marketing should amplify who you actually areThe difference between wanting a particular business model and liking what it looks like from the outsideWhy seeing another agent build a team, start farming, launch a podcast or change brokerages doesn't mean you shouldHow the pressure to look successful can influence financial decisionsWhy your personal definition of success needs to belong to youHow David's Mapping process helps you evaluate what actually belongs in your life and businessWhy there will always be somebody with more — more money, more followers, a nicer car or a bigger businessHow comparison can quietly become another form of procrastinationWhy staying in your lane gives you more time and energy to actually get shit done00:00 — How Much of What You're Chasing Do You Actually Want?The car, house, vacations, business goals, team, awards and recognition — and how much of it actually belongs to you versus what you've picked up from watching everyone else.02:50 — Keeping Up With The Joneses in 2026Why social media has amplified comparison at a time when people are already questioning their finances, careers, businesses and success.The Question Everyone Keeps Asking: "How Are Things Out There?"Why people are looking around to determine where they stand and how quickly somebody else's highlight reel can make your own life feel inadequate.Realtors... What Are We Doing?The coffee shots. The kitchen islands. The identical listing videos. The comedians. And, of course, the dancing Realtors.Professionalism, Content and Your Value as a RealtorIf the industry wants consumers to better understand the value of Realtors, agents need to think seriously about what their content is communicating.Trying to Stand Out While Copying Everybody ElseWhy your experience, personality, communication style and actual strengths should drive your marketing instead of whatever another Realtor happened to make popular online.15:37 — Commercial Break17:27 — Keeping Up With The Joneses in Your BusinessTeams, farming, podcasts, brokerage changes and the danger of building a business because you like what somebody else's looks like from the outside.Looking Wealthy vs. Actually Being WealthyCars, homes, vacations and the social pressure — especially in sales — to project an image of success.What Are You Trying to Prove — And To Whom?A question worth asking before deciding whether the things you're chasing actually matter to you.Mapping: Come Back to What YOU WantUsing personal, professional and financial goals to create your own Map and evaluate whether the decisions you're making actually move you toward it. Your Scoreboard Needs to Belong to YouWhy somebody will always have more — right up until you finally buy the Ferrari and some asshole flies over you in his private jet.Comparison Has Become ProcrastinationWatching, scrolling, studying, saving, screenshotting and consuming everybody else's strategies while the calls, follow-ups and work in your own plan remain undone. Stay in Your LaneLearn from other people, pay attention to what's working, then come back to your Map and ask: What am I building?Your Action StepAudit the things you're chasing. Ask why you want them. Then do the same with your business and marketing to determine what actually belongs in your plan.You can learn from other people. You can be competitive. You can want the car, the house, the business, the money, the vacations and all of it.Just make sure the life you're working so hard to build is actually your life.Because there will always be someone with more. The Joneses keep changing, and now the algorithm can introduce you to a brand-new one every thirty seconds. Your scoreboard needs to belong to you.Know what you want. Come back to your Map. Stay in your lane.Then go get your shit done.

Success rarely comes from doing extraordinary things.More often, it comes from doing the ordinary things extraordinarily well.In this episode, Jay Doran sits down with Todd Bitter, National Sales Director at NEXA Lending, to unpack the principles that have guided his remarkable career in the mortgage industry. From surviving the 2008 housing crisis to helping thousands of families achieve homeownership, Todd shares why communication, consistency, and relentless service continue to outperform shortcuts and trends. Todd reflects on rebuilding his business from nearly nothing after the housing collapse, the unconventional survey that transformed his career, and the philosophy behind his well-known mantra: "Answer Your Damn Phone." What began as a commitment to returning calls evolved into a broader lesson about showing up, creating trust, and being available when people need you most. In this episode, you'll discover:How the 2008 housing crisis forced Todd to reinvent his business from the ground upWhy relationships—not transactions—create lasting successThe creative strategy that helped him build partnerships with real estate agentsWhy communication is still the greatest competitive advantage in businessHow optimism and personal accountability create resilience during difficult seasonsThe deeper meaning behind "Answer Your Damn Phone"Why homeownership remains one of the strongest long-term wealth-building tools availableHow successful professionals stay focused on opportunity instead of market headlinesThe daily habits that separate top performers from everyone elseThroughout the conversation, Todd shares deeply personal stories—from rolling quarters to buy groceries during one of the lowest points of his career to keeping those same quarters in his desk decades later as a reminder to stay humble, disciplined, and grateful. His journey is a powerful example of what can happen when determination meets consistency. The biggest lesson isn't about mortgages.It's about showing up.Showing up when it's inconvenient.Showing up when others don't.Showing up long before success arrives.Because opportunities don't always announce themselves.Sometimes they simply call.The question is...Will you answer? 

#Lockboss Show: Free Locksmith Business Software — PJ Does a Live Trello Demo for Scheduling, Tracking and OrganizationYou do not need to spend a lot of money to run an organized locksmith business. You just need the right tools.In this episode of the #Lockboss Show & Giveaway, PJ does a live demo of Trello, a free software tool locksmiths can use to schedule jobs, track work, and keep their operation organized without paying for expensive business management software. PJ builds a board live from scratch, walks through real day to day workflows, and takes questions from viewers throughout.We break down:What Trello is and how it applies to running a locksmith businessHow to build and set up a board from the ground upUsing Trello to schedule jobs and track work in progressDay to day workflows that keep your business running efficientlyHow free tools like Trello stack up against paid business softwareLive viewer questions answered in real timeIf you want a simpler, smarter way to manage your locksmith business without the overhead, start here.

Send us Fan MailWhat if AI could help you do more than write social media posts? What if it could actually help you reduce your mental load, reclaim your time, make better decisions, and become a stronger CEO?In this episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, Angela sits down with Dawn Andrews, founder and CEO of Free Range Thinking, business strategist, executive leadership coach, speaker, and host of the She's That Founder podcast.Dawn has spent more than two decades working with high-performing leaders who are exceptional at what they do—but often exhausted by how they're doing it. Today, she helps female founders and leaders stop being the bottleneck in their businesses and create systems that allow them to grow without sacrificing themselves in the process.And increasingly, AI is becoming part of that solution.This conversation goes far beyond finding the perfect AI prompt. Angela and Dawn explore how busy mom entrepreneurs can use AI as a thought partner, strategic resource, and support system to take some of the invisible mental weight of entrepreneurship off their shoulders.What You'll LearnWhy highly capable women often become the bottleneck in their own businessesSigns you've exceeded your capacity—even when you're still getting everything doneWhy constantly expanding your capacity isn't the same as creating sustainable growthHow to shift from doing everything yourself to thinking and leading like a CEOWhy marketing is one of the first areas Dawn recommends systemizingHow motherhood may have already given you valuable CEO and leadership skillsPractical ways to use AI to reduce mental load and reclaim your timeHow to use AI as a thought partner instead of simply a content generatorWhy you don't need the "perfect prompt" to start benefiting from AIA simple way to begin building an AI marketing assistant for your businessHow to use AI without losing your voice, authenticity, or human connectionThe belief Dawn wants more women to retire: "It's just easier if I do it myself."Whether you're already using AI every day or you've been hesitant to begin, this episode will help you think differently about what AI can make possible—not so you can squeeze more work into your day, but so you can create more space for leadership, creativity, family, and the life you wanted your business to support in the first place.Connect with Dawn AndrewsGet Dawn's Free 100 AI Use Cases:https://hellodawn.live/norobotsFrom simple ways to save time today to systems that can help your business operate with less dependence on you, this is a great place to start if you're wondering how AI could actually fit into your business.Dawn Andrews / Free Range Thinking:https://dawnandrews.comConnect with Dawn on LinkedIn:Search for Dawn Andrews on LinkedIn.Listen to She's That Founder:Learn more about Dawn's podcast and her work through her website above.Connect with AngelaWant to keep the conversation going with Angela?Visit The Mom Business Coach:https://mombusinesscoach.comConnect with Angela for more conversations and resources around building your confidence, growing a sustainable business, navigating changing seasons of motherhood and entrepreneurship, and creating a business that actually works for your life.And be sure to **follow or subscribe to **The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast so you don't miss upcoming conversations about AI, leadership, confidence, sustainable growth, and building a business without doing it all yourself.Reflection QuestionWhere are you still doing something the hard way simply because you believe you should be able to do it yourself?What could change if you allowed yourself to get support, create a system, delegate—or let AI help carry some of the load?You don't have to do it all to be enough. 

A property may look like the perfect investment, but unexpected repairs, poor tenants, weak planning, or the wrong financing can quickly turn an opportunity into an expensive lesson.In this episode of Grow Your Business & Grow Your Wealth, guest host Sandra Bempah of Sandy Financial Solutions speaks with Jeremy Rodriguez, Broker and Owner of D.A.R.E. Realty. Jeremy explains why investors must stop looking at property as an emotional purchase and start managing it as a business.They discuss deal evaluation, financing options, cash-flow planning, collaboration, mentorship, legacy planning, and why a good real estate professional should sometimes tell an investor no.In This EpisodeWhy every investment property should be treated like a businessHow emotion can interfere with sound real estate decisionsWhy there is no such thing as the perfect real estate dealThe importance of budgeting for unexpected repairs and expensesHow education, collaboration, and mentorship can help investors avoid costly mistakesAbout Jeremy RodriguezJeremy Rodriguez is the Broker and Owner of D.A.R.E. Realty, which stands for Dream Achievers Real Estate. Based in Northeast Ohio, Jeremy works with real estate investors, buyers, and sellers, with a particular focus on investment properties, mentorship, and long-term wealth building.Jeremy is also President of the Lake Erie Landlord Association, also known as the Lake Erie Real Estate Investors Association, where investors at every experience level come together for education, collaboration, and professional development.Connect With Jeremy RodriguezWebsite: https://darerealtyneo.com/Email: jeremysellsdreams@gmail.comPhone: 216-287-1766Lake Erie Real Estate Investors Association: https://www.lelaohio.com/Connect With Guest Host Sandra BempahSandy Financial SolutionsEmail: sandyfinancialsolutions@gmail.comListen to Grow Your Business & Grow Your Wealthhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-your-business-and-grow-your-wealth/id1521874291If you found value in this episode, follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who wants to make smarter real estate and financial decisions.Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute real estate, legal, tax, lending, or investment advice. Consult qualified professionals before acting on any strategy discussed.

Laura Fordham's (Financial Adviser at Titan Wealth) route into financial planning wasn't planned. She spent her first year handling the job entirely alone, while her client bank was still small. She lays out exactly what that year looked like in conversation with Sam Oakes this weekLaura Fordham's route into financial planning wasn't planned. She started out on maternity cover in an admin role at Barclays Wealth, and it was proximity to the financial planning job , printing client packs and greeting people in the office, that first got her curious about the profession. From there she trained through the St. James's Place Academy, deliberately choosing to stay client-facing rather than build a partner practice of her own, and later moved into an independent firm,  before they were eventually acquired by  Titan Wealth.Laura is candid about how tough the early years actually were. Building a client bank from scratch inside a heavily regulated industry took what she describes as an "eat what you kill" mentality: real drive, real setbacks and small wins that made the whole thing worth it. She's just as direct about what came later: leaving St. James's Place for independence, learning how to build professional connections with accountants and solicitors without ever resorting to a hard sell, and the responsibility of inheriting clients through acquisition who never chose her as their adviser in the first place.The conversation closes on a wider industry issue. Only around 16% of financial planners are women, and Laura shares her own view on why more women should consider the career, along with what she's doing within her own client base to encourage more engagement from  the female clients in the couples that she looks after.Key takeaways from this episode:How an admin role at Barclays Wealth led Laura into financial planning, almost by chanceWhat building a client bank from nothing demandsWhy Laura chose to stay client-facing rather than build her own businessHow to build professional referral connections without a hard sellWhat it takes to win over clients who arrive through acquisition rather than their choiceOnly around 16% of financial planners are women and what Laura believes needs to changeLearn more about Titan Wealth at www.titanwealth.com.Financial Planner Life is sponsored by Redmill AdvanceWhether you're starting out, already qualified, or building a training academy, Redmill Advance delivers expert-led learning, exam support and CPD from Level 4 to Chartered.✅ Trusted by top UK firms

What if running your business came down to just 5 repeatable steps? In this episode of Business Your Way, I pull back the curtain on the exact operating system I use when coaching entrepreneurs, life coaches, and small business owners.I break down my signature 5-step framework: See, Decide, Move, Learn, and Adjust, and describe how to apply it to the 5 core areas of any coaching business: lead generation, nurturing, sales, client delivery, and resell/upsell. This episode may just change how you look at and interact with your business – and it's only 11 minutes long. Such a win!Learn more about The Advisor Circle at caryngillen.com/advisors-circleIn this episode:The 5-step business operating system: See, Decide, Move, Learn, AdjustThe 5 core areas of every coaching businessHow to assess your business data without self-judgmentWhy "the next best step" beats a perfect long-term planA real client story: from consistent posting to a qualified leadWhy quitting what doesn't work is a superpower, not a failuretags: business operating system, coaching business framework, life coach business tips, small business strategy, entrepreneur mindset

Join the Upgrade Your Subconscious Mind Challenge: ⁠⁠⁠https://marleyrose.myflodesk.com/upgrade⁠⁠⁠Join the Zero to 1 Million Challenge here: https://zerotomillchallenge.com/In today's episode Marley shares how she's bringing her new business Innersource from $0 to $1 million dollars in 12 months. She's sharing the tactics, tools and methods to grow a business in a balanced way.In This Episode We Cover:How to balance your masculine and feminine in businessHow to find your blind spots How to reprogram your subconscious mindThe best way to build business as a woman and stay in your feminine How to surrender in business Resources & Links✨ Join the waitlist for our NEW Brand & App: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://marleyrose.myflodesk.com/fxkkkd5bnd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✨ Join my FREE live training: Clear Your Limiting Beliefs: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.marleyrose.ca/clear⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✨ Get Your Free Trial to The Higher Self App: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/higherself.app/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✨ Join House Of Freedom ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marleyrose.ca/houseoffreedom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✨ Explore my programs and coaching opportunities: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/marleyroseharris⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect With MarleyInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/marleyroseharris/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.marleyrose.ca/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@marleyrose.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@marleyroseharris⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Love The Podcast?If this episode resonated with you, I would be so grateful if you left a review.Send a screenshot of your review & email it to hello@marleyrose.ca and we'll send you a special gift as a thank you for supporting the show.Thank you for being here, angel. I appreciate you more than you know.

In this episode, Chris sits down with MJ Patton to explore the foundational principles that help Managed Service Providers grow, mature, and thrive in today's increasingly complex IT and cybersecurity landscape. Drawing from her extensive experience working with service providers of all sizes, MJ explains why many MSPs struggle to scale evenly across their business and why success starts with understanding exactly who you serve, the problems you solve, and the value you create. Together, they discuss the dangers of chasing every new technology trend, the importance of specialization, and how strategic partnerships can help MSPs deliver more without overextending their teams. The conversation also examines the growing role of fractional leadership services, including vCIOs, vCISOs, and fractional CMOs, and how MSPs can evolve from technology providers into trusted business advisors. Chris and MJ share practical insights on navigating cybersecurity complexity, managing risk, demonstrating ROI, and shifting customer conversations from service-level agreements to measurable business outcomes. Whether you're looking to refine your service strategy, strengthen customer relationships, or build a more scalable MSP, this episode offers actionable guidance for creating sustainable growth through focus, trust, and strategic leadership. Key Takeaways:Why MSP growth depends on balancing operational maturity across the businessHow specialization creates stronger customer relationships and better outcomesThe evolving role of vCIO, vCISO, and fractional leadership servicesWhy trust, risk management, and business outcomes matter more than SLAsHow strategic marketing leadership can accelerate MSP growthPractical advice for demonstrating value and earning long-term client loyaltyRecommended Reading: Brave Thinking by Mary Morrissey.Perfect for: MSP owners, IT service leaders, cybersecurity professionals, channel partners, and anyone looking to build a stronger, more strategic technology services business.

What does it look like to launch an international nonprofit from lived experience — and build it to outlast its founder? In this episode, host Kristi Ackley of Growth By Design is joined by co-host Jeffrey Prottas of Nonprofit-360 Consulting for a conversation with Pablo Waissbluth, founder and chair of Vivo Crónico, a US-based 501(c)(3) dedicated to improving quality of life and advancing health equity for people living with chronic and complex health conditions across the Americas. Pablo brings a rare combination of 26 years of multinational business experience and a deeply personal journey as both a patient and caregiver to his work building an organization designed not just for today, but for long after he is at the helm.✨ In this episode, you'll learn: Why the founder's story is the most authentic reason a nonprofit exists — and when it's time to let the organization build its own identity How to think about succession and organizational sustainability from day one, especially when a founder's own health is part of the equation Why diversifying revenue streams matters just as much in nonprofits as in for-profit businessHow partnerships are the key to executing at a high level with a small team Why building a pipeline of connected believers matters more than chasing dollars directly Why the best-kept secret in your community is actually the worst place to be as a nonprofit

When you invest in a business coach, what should you really expect in return?A longer to-do list? More ideas? A formula that worked for someone else in a different market, with a different team and a completely different business model?I don't think so.Good business coaching should help you build a stronger business and become a smarter, more capable business owner. It should improve your profit, sharpen your decision-making, strengthen your systems and help you understand how every part of your studio works together.Because the goal is not to become dependent on a coach.The goal is to become more confident, more strategic and more in control of your growth.In this episode of The Pilates Business Podcast, I'm sharing my philosophy on business coaching and what boutique fitness studio owners should expect when they invest in support.We explore the difference between strategy and tactics, why there is no single formula for building a successful Pilates, barre or yoga studio, and why advice without context often creates more noise rather than more progress.Your marketing affects your sales. Your sales affect onboarding. Onboarding affects retention. Retention affects capacity. Capacity affects pricing. Pricing affects profit. And profit affects your ability to hire, lead and grow.Your studio is an interconnected business ecosystem. Great coaching should help you see the whole picture.In this episode, you'll learn:Why good coaching should build capability rather than dependencyThe difference between receiving advice and developing strategic judgmentWhy another studio owner's successful tactic may not work in your businessHow to evaluate the return on investment from business coachingWhy your goals, market, capacity, strengths and desired lifestyle should shape your strategyHow sustainable growth differs from chasing short-term revenueWhat questions to ask before choosing a business coach or coaching programWhy your energy and wellbeing are part of your business strategyThis episode is for Pilates, barre and yoga studio owners who are considering business coaching, questioning whether their current support is producing meaningful results or feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice.The right coach should not simply tell you what to do next. She should help you understand why a decision makes sense, how it fits into the wider business and what trade-offs you need to consider.Ultimately, your business should become stronger through coaching—and so should you.If this approach resonates with you, learn more about Thrive, my business coaching program for boutique fitness studio owners who want to build profitable, sustainable businesses with stronger strategy, systems, leadership and financial performance.Visit springthree.com/thrive to learn more.Got a question for Seran? Add it here

Every entrepreneur begins with a vision that no one else can fully see.Before there is a company, a customer, or a balance sheet, there is an individual willing to assume extraordinary risk for an idea that exists only in their imagination. In this foundational solo episode, Jay Doran introduces one of the central concepts in his philosophy of entrepreneurship: The Liar Lid Journey. It is a framework for understanding the internal transformation every entrepreneur undergoes as they build something that does not yet exist.Jay explains that entrepreneurs don't deceive maliciously—they must temporarily believe in a future reality before anyone else can. That willingness to "distort reality" is what allows innovation to emerge. It is also what makes entrepreneurship both exhilarating and dangerous. The same mindset that fuels vision, conviction, and growth can, if left unchecked, become the very force that limits or destroys an organization.In this episode, you'll discover:What the Liar Lid is and why every entrepreneur develops oneWhy entrepreneurship fundamentally changes the person building the businessHow vision requires believing in something others cannot yet seeWhy assuming risk transforms identity, relationships, and decision-makingThe hidden psychological cost of building organizationsHow entrepreneurs become accountable to far more than profits aloneWhy the same mechanism that creates innovation can also create destructionHow understanding the Liar Lid Journey can shorten the suffering that accompanies growth and changeWhy leadership begins long before anyone else believes in the visionThroughout the conversation, Jay reframes entrepreneurship as more than a business endeavor. It is a deeply human journey of identity, responsibility, sacrifice, and continual transformation. Organizations don't simply grow from products or services—they grow from the evolving psychology of the people courageous enough to bring them into existence.Whether you're an entrepreneur, an executive, an investor, or someone who works alongside visionary leaders, understanding the Liar Lid Journey offers a new lens through which to understand leadership itself.Because every business begins with an idea.But every enduring organization is shaped by the person willing to carry that idea long before the rest of the world believes it.

Resilience in Business_ How to Adapt, Overcome, and Thrive with Nicky Billou & Marc Von Musser In this episode of Resilience Redefined, Michael Ostrolenk sits down with Nicky Billou and Marc Von Musser, co-authors of the groundbreaking book Get Booked, Get Paid. Together, they explore how resilience, adaptability, and a service-first mindset are critical to thriving in today's ever-changing business landscape. Nicky and Marc share transformative insights on: • The importance of shifting from selling to serving your audience. • How entrepreneurs can overcome challenges by staying adaptable and innovative. • The game-changing potential of podcast guesting as a low-cost strategy to generate leads and sales. • Practical lessons in resilience from their own journeys, including overcoming failures, embracing grit, and staying committed to their mission. This episode is packed with actionable advice, real-world examples, and motivational stories that highlight how discipline, community, and purpose can drive your success. Learn more about Get Booked, Get Paid and explore Nicky & Marc's workshops: Visit EcircleAcademy.com Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment to let us know your thoughts! Follow Us:

Resilience in Business_ How to Adapt, Overcome, and Thrive with Nicky Billou & Marc Von Musser In this episode of Resilience Redefined, Michael Ostrolenk sits down with Nicky Billou and Marc Von Musser, co-authors of the groundbreaking book Get Booked, Get Paid. Together, they explore how resilience, adaptability, and a service-first mindset are critical to thriving in today's ever-changing business landscape. Nicky and Marc share transformative insights on: • The importance of shifting from selling to serving your audience. • How entrepreneurs can overcome challenges by staying adaptable and innovative. • The game-changing potential of podcast guesting as a low-cost strategy to generate leads and sales. • Practical lessons in resilience from their own journeys, including overcoming failures, embracing grit, and staying committed to their mission. This episode is packed with actionable advice, real-world examples, and motivational stories that highlight how discipline, community, and purpose can drive your success. Learn more about Get Booked, Get Paid and explore Nicky & Marc's workshops: Visit EcircleAcademy.com Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment to let us know your thoughts! Follow Us:

Business owners spend so much time inside their businesses that it's easy to assume customers, friends, and referral partners understand everything they sell. But that assumption could be costing them sales.In this episode of Become Your Own Boss, Monica shares an eye-opening experience that made her question how well people understand her own business. She explains why repetition is essential in marketing, how educating customers can create new opportunities, and why business owners shouldn't assume that one purchase means a customer understands everything else they offer.Monica also gives listeners a simple challenge that can uncover surprising gaps in their marketing—and reveal opportunities hiding in plain sight.Episode Quote: Cultivate visibility because attention is currency. Chris BroganJoin me at the Ideas to Income SummitWhat you will learn in this episode:How to discover what people actually know about your businessHow to use repetition to make your products and services memorableHow to educate customers without simply promoting finished workHow to turn existing customers into opportunities for additional salesHow to train referral partners to recognize the right opportunities for your businessHow to audit your website for clearer messagingHow to use a “Did You Know?” series to highlight overlooked services⁠Take the SIMPLE Life AssessmentSign Up for the ⁠Level Up Living Newsletter⁠⁠KICKSTART YOUR BUSINESS PROGRAM⁠⁠⁠Monica's FREE ebook⁠⁠: 11 Essential Secrets for Small Business SuccessGet your⁠ ⁠Become Your Own Boss Planner⁠⁠

Learn how to manage your finances before starting a business. Plus: what's next for the rapidly growing prediction markets. What should you have in place financially before leaving your job to start a business? Hosts Sean Pyles, CFP®, and Elizabeth Ayoola bring on small business Nerd Rosalie Murphy to answer a question from listener Blake, who is 27 and on the verge of walking away from a steady paycheck to launch their own company. Together, they examine how much cash you really need before going months without income, what to do about existing high-interest debt before you launch, how to handle taxes when your employer is no longer withholding them for you, which retirement accounts could make sense when you're self-employed, and how separating your business and personal finances from day one could protect your personal assets if things go wrong. Then, what are prediction markets, and what happens when billions of dollars start trading on election outcomes? Senior news writer Anna Helhoski interviews Aaron Klein, a senior fellow at the Center on Regulation and Markets at the Brookings Institution, about the booming prediction market industry. They discuss how platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket differ from both stock trading and gambling, whether the legal distinction between a "swap" and a "wager" actually matters for everyday users, how these platforms are navigating state gambling laws, and what it could mean when millions of dollars are wagered on whether a political party wins control of Congress. Resources discussed in this episode: Best Business Checking Accounts of August 2026 Best Business Credit Cards of August 2026 How to Open a Business Bank Account How to Incorporate a Business How to Get Business Insurance: What You Need, Where to Buy It Subscribe to our podcast's free email newsletter for bonus content and more from our hosts at https://smartmoney-nerdwallet.beehiiv.com/  Want us to review your budget? Fill out this form — completely anonymously if you want — and we might feature your budget in a future segment! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK53yAufsc4v5UpghhVfxtk2MoyooHzlSIRBnRxUPl3hKBig/viewform?usp=header Smart Money's YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@nerdwalletsmartmoney To send the Nerds your money questions, call or text the Nerd hotline at 901-730-6373 or email podcast@nerdwallet.com. Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and tell a friend. *The show notes were created with the assistance of AI. They have been reviewed by our editorial team for accuracy and quality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailSchedule an Rx AssessmentWhat if your pharmacy's biggest cash flow drain is sitting right there on the shelf?On this episode of the Bottom Line Pharmacy Podcast, we sit down with Jared Barton of Inventory IQ to break down:What "perpetual inventory" actually means and why most pharmacies aren't as dialed in as they thinkHow AI is helping inventory teams find outliers, clean data, and speed up analysisWhy chasing the industry average on inventory turns can put you out of businessHow to identify your top items by cost and set reorder points that free up real cash flowWhat a solid cycle count process looks like and how often you should be doing itAnd more!Stay connected with Jared Barton: Jared Barton LinkedInInventory IQ WebsiteInventory IQ FacebookInventory IQ Twitter (X) Inventory IQ LinkedIn Inventory IQ Instagram Inventory IQ YouTube Stay connected with us:FacebookTwitterLinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP LinkedInScotty Sykes – CPA, CFP TwitterBonnie Bond – CPA LinkedInBonnie Bond – CPA TwitterMore resources on this topic: Podcast - Becoming a Pharmacy GladiatorPodcast – Driving Independent Pharmacy Profitability in 2026 with Nicolette Mathey, PharmD, CEO of Atrium24Podcast – 2026 Quarter 2 Pharmacy UpdatePodcast – America 250, The history of Pharmacy, Q&A

Want the exact sales framework and homeowner options process we use to help electricians increase average tickets without becoming pushy?Grab the FREE SLE Pro App below and steal the framework:https://serviceloopelectrical.com/pro-appWant to see the framework in action?https://youtu.be/YSjZrg2NYQ0And if you want to watch us coach electricians through these mindset shifts:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLePyGmMWqDz_xjJgtdKE3qPxZD7wcMUXG————————————Most electricians start a business thinking they're finally free...Then they keep pricing like employees.Keep chasing the cheapest jobs.Keep solving electrical problems instead of homeowner problems.Keep hoping more leads will fix everything.Repeat every week until burnout shows up riding shotgun in your service van.Meanwhile…We've coached hundreds of electrical business owners.And most of them follow almost the exact same pattern.Like an episode of Scooby-Doo.Same mindset.Different electrician.Because great electrical businesses don't feel like winning price wars...They feel like serving homeowners with confidence.But behind the scenes?The best businesses are built more like a repeatable operating system than a heroic hustle.In this video, I break down the exact mindset shift that helps electricians:stop competing on price and start competing on valuebuild confidence presenting multiple homeowner optionstransition from technician thinking to owner thinkingcreate a business that doesn't depend on them being on every callbuild toward more profit, more freedom, and more schedule controlInside, we'll show you:Why Alex intentionally became the low bidder—and why that belief nearly held his business backThe simple mindset shift that changed how he looks at residential serviceWhy most electricians stop offering options... and why that's brokenHow thinking like an employee quietly limits your business growthThe conversation that changed Alex's vision for his companyWhy getting off the tools starts long before you hire another electricianThe difference between fixing electrical problems and serving homeownersWhy chasing the cheapest price is rubbish if your goal is building a real businessHow one vision for a $1.5M–$2M company started with changing the way one electrician thoughtAlso…There's an honest conversation about leaving new construction to build something of his own.A surprisingly vulnerable admission about intentionally being the low bidder.A discussion about getting off the phone and off the tools—not just making more money.And one vision for the future that completely changes the direction of the conversation.If you're new here, binge the channel.If you're building an electrical service business, steal the framework.If you want to scale to $1M+ with less chaos…Watch the Million Dollar Plan below.————————————And if you want to see our Million Dollar Plan — how we help Electric Service Business Owners build $1M+ companies without becoming a slave to the truck, the phone, or the chaos…Watch here:The Service Transformer™: The 4 Stages of a Million Dollar Electrical Business————————————Podcast Scholarship Draw Turn your support into real rewards. Subscribe, leave a review, or follow us. each action = 1 entry. Monthly: Open Circuit Lifetime Membership ($1,500 value) Twice per year: Service Loop Electrical Packages ($5,000 value) Submit your entry here! https://go.serviceloopelectrical.com/mde-draw

In this episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, Jon LaClare sits down with Angelica Ford, founder of Fueled by AF, to explore how she transformed homemade protein snacks into a growing food brand with a mission extending far beyond the products themselves.Angelica began making high-protein, low-sugar snacks while training for an Ironman. She combined that passion with her experience as an adaptive personal trainer to create Chicago's first adaptive manufacturing plant, providing meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities.But Angelica is clear about one important lesson: you can't have philanthropy without profitability. She explains why mission-driven companies must maintain high standards, build efficient systems, and grow sustainably if they want to create a lasting impact. Her inclusive workforce has helped make the company 28% more efficient, maintain virtually zero employee turnover, and build a waitlist of 94 people seeking employment.The conversation also explores how Fueled by AF expanded through Amazon and retail, including why certain products perform better online, how convenience stores can offer emerging brands an advantage over crowded grocery aisles, and how networking and accelerator programs helped Angelica add more than 100 retail locations.In today's episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, we cover:How Angelica turned homemade Ironman snacks into a growing food brandWhy profitability is essential for building a sustainable mission-driven businessHow inclusive hiring made Fueled by AF 28% more efficientWhy Angelica maintains the same standards for every employeeHow better systems can help employees with different abilities succeedWhy Fueled by AF waited to launch on Amazon and focused on the right productsThe key differences between marketing through Amazon and physical retailWhy convenience stores can outperform grocery stores for emerging snack brandsHow networking and accelerator programs helped secure more than 100 retail locationsHow AF Manufacturing Group helps small food brands move from the kitchen to larger-scale productionIf you're building a purpose-driven company, expanding a consumer product brand, or trying to balance meaningful impact with sustainable growth, this episode offers practical guidance for creating a business that can help more people as it becomes more profitable.Want to connect with Angelica?Visit FueledByAFSnacks.com to explore Fueled by AF's protein bites and premium nut butters. For questions about small-batch food manufacturing, formulation, packaging, or scaling production, contact hello@afmanufacturinggroup.com.Do you have a product you'd like to launch or scale?Visit HarvestGrowth.com to book a free consultation and discover how the Perfect Launch Blueprint can help clarify your audience, messaging, offer, and marketing strategy before you invest heavily in advertising.

If your business feels heavier than it should, this episode is for you. So many service-based entrepreneurs hit a revenue plateau not because they lack strategy, but because they've built a business around someone else's rules instead of their own strengths. In this episode of The Real Truth About Business podcast, I'm talking about why so many business owners outgrow the niche, title, or business model they originally chose and why forcing yourself to stay there can lead straight to burnout. I'll share my own journey of stepping back into my financial expertise, why I'm expanding my offers to include profit strategy, and how embracing all of my skills has created more business growth, more aligned clients, and more excitement than I've felt in a long time. If you've been wondering whether your business strategy still fits who you are today, this conversation will challenge you to stop waiting for permission and start building a business that's actually aligned with where you're going.What You'll Learn:Why forcing yourself into a narrow niche can stall business growth and create burnoutHow to identify gaps in your client experience that you're uniquely qualified to fillWhy your past experience and multiple skill sets are valuable assets in your service-based businessHow aligning your offers with your strengths can increase revenue growth and client resultsWhy making strategic, profit-driven decisions creates a more sustainable businessHow to stop following made-up online business rules and build a strategy that works for youEpisode Highlights:[00:00] Introduction: Does your business still feel like you?[04:40] Why hiding your experience may be costing you opportunities[09:20] The problem with online business "rules" and forced specialization[14:00] Filling the gaps your clients actually need instead of sending them elsewhere[21:20] What changed when I stopped forcing myself into a box[23:50] New profit-focused offers and why paying yourself comes first[26:00] Final encouragement to build your business your wayKey Takeaways:Your Business Should Evolve With YouAfter nearly 10 years in business, I've realized something that I think more service-based entrepreneurs need to hear: the business you built five years ago may not be the business you're meant to run today. We evolve. Our experience grows. Our interests shift. Yet so many business owners keep trying to fit inside an identity they outgrew because someone once told them to niche down or stay in their lane.That's exactly what creates so much unnecessary frustration. When your business strategy no longer reflects your strengths, growth starts to feel like an uphill battle. Instead of creating offers that genuinely excite you, you're trying to maintain a version of your business that no longer fits.Stop Ignoring Skills That Create Better ResultsOne of the biggest realizations I've had this year is that I've been hiding one of my greatest strengths. My accounting background and financial expertise have always influenced the way I help clients build profitable businesses, but I wasn't talking about it because I didn't think it "fit" my brand.The truth is, my clients don't want another disconnected expert. They want someone who understands the entire picture. That's why I've expanded into profit strategy. It allows me to connect business strategy with the financial decisions that actually drive sustainable revenue growth. When you already have the skills to solve a bigger problem for your clients, don't assume you have to send them somewhere else simply because someone else owns that title.Build Around Alignment, Not PermissionThe biggest lesson from this episode is simple: there are best practices in business, but there are very few rules. If you're constantly waiting for permission to evolve, you'll stay stuck serving yesterday's version of yourself.Instead, look at where your clients have gaps. Ask yourself what knowledge, experience, and skills you've been minimizing because they don't fit neatly into your current offer. Building a profitable service-based business isn't about becoming everything to everyone. It's about owning the value you already bring and creating offers that align with who you are today. That's where sustainable business growth happens.Resources MentionedSubscribe to Back Pocket Insights for FREEBook a CEO Strategy Call Learn more about The Missing Piece IntensiveLearn more about The Focused Visionary AcceleratorDownload the FREE Lead and Conversion TrackerSubscribe to the Sunday Morning Brew NewsletterConnect with MichelleWebsiteThreads Instagram LinkedIn Facebook About the Host:Michelle DeNio is a business strategist based in Sarasota, Florida, specializing in helping service-based entrepreneurs break through revenue plateaus using her Focused Visionary Framework. With over 300 podcast episodes and 9 years running her consulting business, she helps coaches, consultants, and service providers scale sustainably through strategic planning, pricing optimization, and sales process development.

In this episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, Jon LaClare sits down with Jonathan Packer, co-founder of GOAT Foods—the parent company behind Licorice.com, Pretzels.com, Caramels.com, Chocolate.com, Cashews.com, and other category-defining food brands.Jonathan explains how GOAT Foods turned simple, memorable domain names into powerful brands that instantly communicate what they sell. He shares why customers should understand your product within the first three seconds, how a brand name can double as a call to action, and why clear positioning makes every part of your marketing more effective.The conversation also explores how GOAT Foods used concise 15-second television commercials to triple its business, then applied the same clear messaging across paid social media, packaging, and its direct-to-consumer websites. Jonathan breaks down why simplicity helped the company advertise more efficiently without sacrificing the quality of its message.Beyond customer acquisition, Jonathan shares how premium products, gift-worthy packaging, cross-selling, email marketing, and the GOAT membership program encourage customers to purchase across multiple brands. He also discusses the importance of financial modeling, repeatable launch systems, and using platforms like Shopify and Klaviyo to scale efficiently.If you're building a consumer product brand and want to create clearer messaging, improve customer retention, or expand into new products and sales channels, this episode offers practical lessons from a company that has achieved exponential growth by making its marketing remarkably easy to understand.In today's episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, we cover:How GOAT Foods built a portfolio of category-defining food brandsWhy customers should understand your product within three secondsHow a memorable domain can become both a brand and a call to actionWhy simple 15-second TV commercials helped triple the businessHow premium packaging and product quality drive gifting and repeat purchasesHow cross-selling and email flows increase customer lifetime valueWhy repeatable systems make launching new brands easierHow financial modeling helps founders protect their marginsWhy Shopify and Klaviyo can support rapidly scaling ecommerce brandsWant to learn more about Jonathan Packer and GOAT Foods?Visit GOATFoods.com to explore the company's portfolio, including Licorice.com, Pretzels.com, Caramels.com, Chocolate.com, and Cashews.com.Do you have a product or brand you'd like to launch or scale?Visit HarvestGrowth.com to book a free consultation and learn how our team has helped generate more than $2 billion in product sales.

Today's conversation is with Daniel Calcott - founder and CEO of Digital Debt Resolution Agency.Debt collection.For most people, those two words immediately create a negative reaction.But what if the entire industry has been built around the wrong philosophy?In this conversation, Daniel shares how he set out to challenge an industry full of outdated processes, poor customer experiences, and negative perceptions by building a business centred around empathy, communication and resolution rather than collection.Expect to learn:Why Daniel decided to build a debt resolution businessThe problem he believed the industry had been ignoringThe differences between founder thinking and corporate thinkingWhy marketing is really about psychology, communication and trustHow branding can transform even the most traditional industriesWhy Digital DRA chose to become a visible, personality-led businessThe innovations improving customer experience beyond AIThe leadership lessons Daniel has learned building the businessHow uncertainty in the UK has shaped entrepreneurship over the last five yearsWhere debt resolution is heading over the next decadeThis was a fascinating conversation about challenging industries, building trust, creating better customer experiences, and proving that innovation isn't always about technology - it often starts with changing the way people think.Whether you're building a business, leading a team, or simply interested in how disruptive companies are created, there's plenty to take away from this episode.Get 20 lessons from 330 CamBro Conversations - https://colcambro.kit.com/60ed1b527bGet my Linkedin for Sales Guide - https://colcambro.kit.com/products/linked-in-personal-brand-for-sellingOrder your supplements from VitaMonth using CAMBRO for 50% off - https://vitamonth.ukMake Millionaire Money Moves - https://millionaire-fhcpmlvz.manus.spaceAudit your sales process in 4 minutes - https://colinsales-vygp2xak.manus.spaceConnect with Daniel:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-calcott-a44202139/ Website: https://www.digitaldra.co.uk/ Connect with Col:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/col.cambro/Email List: https://colcambro.kit.com/30bde23b0cPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColCampbell

Resources & Links⁠⁠⁠Akashic Records Training⁠⁠⁠⁠1:1 Programmes⁠⁠⁠⁠Appointments⁠⁠⁠⁠Free ebook⁠Mentioned in this episode: Episode 34. Are you feeling the calling to become an Akashic Records Practitioner?In this episode, Akashic Records teacher and practitioner Suzie Ridley explores what to consider when mixing an Akashic Records practice with other modalities. Whether you are already a coach, therapist, energy healer, yoga teacher, tarot reader or practitioner in another field, this episode offers a thoughtful look at how the Records can support your work without muddying the waters.Suzie shares three key considerations for blending Akashic Records work with other practices: your intention, the spiritual realm or dimension the other modality accesses, and the sacredness of each tradition. She explains why some modalities may complement the Akashic Records beautifully, while others may not be appropriate to combine in the same session, especially if they are designed to access different planes or realms. This is a grounded reflection for existing practitioners who feel called to weave Akashic Records reading or clearing into their service.In this episode, you'll learnWhy intention matters when adding Akashic Records work to an existing practice or businessHow to consider what realm, dimension or plane another modality is designed to accessWhy some practices, such as tarot or oracle work, may blend naturally with the Akashic Records for some practitionersWhy it may not be appropriate to open the Akashic Records during practices such as plant medicine journeys or certain shamanic workHow to ask your own Records, or your business Records, whether combining modalities is aligned for you and your clientsFollow Wisdom from the Akasha on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, or subscribe on YouTube, so you never miss an episode. New episodes are released every Friday at 7AM GMT +0.Timestamps0:00 – Introduction & episode overview: mixing Akashic Records with other modalities0:21 – Who this applies to: practitioners with backgrounds in counseling, yoga, Reiki, tarot, energy healing1:07 – Level two training preview & how to weave Akashic Records into your existing business1:52 – Level two details + qualify as an Akashic Records reader before Christmas2:08 – Point 1: What is your intention behind mixing modalities?2:30 – Being honest with yourself — checking ego vs. aligned service2:49 – Point 2: What dimension or realm does the other modality access?3:00 – 5D vs. the astral plane — why this distinction matters3:42 – Should you open your Akashic Records with tarot/oracle cards? (Yes, with awareness)4:34 – Point 3: Respecting the sacredness of each practice and its lineage6:00 – Ask your own Akashic Records or business records for guidance6:28 – Examples of beautiful integrations: psychotherapists, coaches using the Records7:13 – Practical examples of blending readings, clearings, and other work7:33 – Closing thoughts & invitation to level two and three training7:57 – Outro: reach out with questions & see you next episodeWisdom from the Akasha is the podcast for spiritually curious people navigating awakening, growth, and real-life challenges with a grounded, embodied approach. Hosted by Suzie Ridley of Akashic Readings and Healing, an Akashic Records Teacher, practitioner and researcher, each episode is a deep dive into esoteric topics and spiritual development for soul expansion.Guided by her work in the Akashic Records, Suzie shares reflections and practical suggestions you can bring into everyday life, where the mystical meets the tangible. With thousands of hours in the Akashic Records and clients around the world, her intention is to offer a fun, helpful resource that supports clarity, intuition, and meaningful, sometimes miraculous shifts.Connect with Akashic Readings and Healing⁠Website⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Pinterest

Concise Takeaway: Sterling Seizert—former U.S. Army Special Forces Intelligence Sergeant turned real‑estate operator and author—breaks down how everyday people can stop thinking like workers and start thinking like owners. We dig into intelligence‑driven decision‑making, self‑storage investing, and the mindset required to buy back your time.Sterling Seizert brings a rare blend of military intelligence, entrepreneurial grit, and practical financial strategy. After serving as an 18F in the U.S. Army Special Forces, he transitioned into real‑estate operations, building Cardinal State Storage, a growing portfolio of self‑storage facilities across North Carolina and Virginia. He's also the author of Buy Your Freedom, a blueprint for reaching financial freedom in five to ten years.In this conversation, Sterling shares how the same intelligence doctrine he used in the field can be applied to business, investing, and personal freedom. We talk about shifting from a worker mindset to an owner mindset, evaluating opportunities like an operator, and building systems that create autonomy instead of dependence.Special Forces Mindset — How military intelligence training shapes decision‑makingOwner vs Worker Thinking — Why most people stay stuck and how to break outSelf‑Storage Investing — Why Sterling chose this asset class and how he operates itFinancial Freedom Blueprint — The five‑to‑ten‑year path outlined in Buy Your FreedomIntelligence Doctrine — Applying field intelligence to business strategyBuilding Autonomy — Creating systems that buy back your timeSterling Seizert is a former U.S. Army Special Forces Intelligence Sergeant (18F) turned real‑estate operator and author. He owns and operates Cardinal State Storage with partners, a portfolio of self‑storage facilities across North Carolina and Virginia, and is the author of Buy Your Freedom, a blueprint for how a normal person can reach financial freedom in five to ten years. Drawing on the same intelligence doctrine he used in the field, he teaches everyday people to stop thinking like workers and start thinking like owners. He lives in Florida with his wife and daughters.Freedom is a Skill — Sterling argues that autonomy isn't accidental; it's engineered.Intelligence Gathering for Business — How to assess markets, competitors, and opportunities like an operator.Small Assets, Big Leverage — Why self‑storage is accessible for normal people.Mindset Shift — The mental rewiring required to stop trading time for money.Buy Your FreedomCardinal State StorageSelf‑Storage Investing Basics⭐ Episode Summary

In this episode of the Loan Officer Team Training Podcast, I sit down with Joe Onofre, Branch Manager and Director of TPO Lending at Novus Home Mortgage, to discuss what it really takes to build a scalable mortgage business.Joe shares his journey from entering the mortgage industry in 2004, leaving during the financial crisis, building a successful title company, and ultimately returning to mortgage lending with a renewed vision. Today, he's producing at a high level while spending less time trapped in day-to-day operations thanks to intentional hiring, strong leadership, and effective delegation. Together, we dive into the lessons he's learned about hiring exceptional loan partners and why investing in the right people pays dividends far beyond production numbers.We also discuss:Why finding the right loan partner can completely transform your businessHow intentional hiring leads to greater freedom and higher productionWhen to walk away from difficult borrowers and focus on clients who value your expertiseJoe's thoughts on AI, automation, and the future of mortgage lendingBuilding relationships through genuine human connectionMining your database instead of constantly chasing new leadsWhy great employees should be treated and compensated like true business partnersFollow Joe:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loansbyjoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/joe.onofre.9Connect with me:My Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/itsireneduford/My Email:irene@loanteamtraining.comGet Loan Team Training for YOUR team:https://go.loanteamtraining.com/

Are you watching the online coaching space shift and wondering why the strategies that worked a year or two ago are not landing the same way now?If AI marketing, more content, and slower-to-trust buyers have made your coaching business harder to sell, this one's for you.In this episode, I'm walking you through the market shifts shaping online coaching, from AI generated content and digital minimalism to personal brand, relationship capital, low ticket offers, and what builds trust before high ticket sales.In this episode, you'll learn:How AI marketing is changing what buyers expect from coachesWhy selling information is no longer enough in an online coaching businessHow to use social proof marketing to make your results easier to believeWhy your personal brand needs conviction, specificity, and a clear point of viewWhy relationship capital is becoming one of your most valuable business assetsWhat role low ticket offers can play before someone invests in high ticket coachingWhy business growth now requires trust, proof, community, and stronger positioningYou do not need to panic, post more, or rebuild your entire coaching business overnight. When you understand where the market is moving, you can make smarter decisions now, strengthen the trust around your work, and position yourself as the coach your buyers remember when they are ready to invest.To being heard and seen, Carly

In this episode of Go Be Great with Karena Calhoun, Karena shares the real story of spending a week at the beach while her business continued serving clients through well-designed systems and automation.She introduces the Scale Freedom Method—a practical framework for helping business owners move from doing everything themselves to building a business that operates with intention and structure.You'll discover:Why freedom in business is built, not foundThe difference between automation and neglectThe four essential layers of a self-running businessHow to identify the biggest bottleneck in your businessWhy structure creates a better experience for both you and your clientsIf you're tired of feeling like your business can't function without you, this conversation will show you how to start reclaiming your time—one system at a time.Learn more or apply to be a guest:https://podcast.warkry.com/listen

Every coach dreams of having more freedom in their business, but most are buried in repetitive tasks that quietly steal hours every week. The problem isn't that you need to work harder. It's that your business needs better systems.In this episode, Kendra sits down with automation expert Nicole Harlow to unpack the behind-the-scenes systems that help business owners reclaim their time without sacrificing the client experience. They discuss where AI actually belongs in your business, the biggest automation mistakes coaches make, and why creating intentional client journeys can improve both efficiency and connection.Whether you're still doing everything manually or you're ready to streamline your operations, this conversation will help you identify the bottlenecks that are keeping you stuck and show you how simple systems can create more freedom, consistency, and room to grow.In This Episode:The "red Ferrari with no engine" mistake almost every coach makes when they build their businessHow to tell if your plateau is a marketing problem or a backend problem (most people guess wrong)The one simple automation sitting in your CRM that could be quietly making you thousandsWhy hiring a VA before you do THIS just transfers your chaos to someone elseWhat 7 AI employees actually do in Nicole's business right now

If you've ever felt like you need to post more to make more money, this episode is for you. In this episode of Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust, Lindsay shares the behind-the-scenes business habits that have generated far more revenue than chasing social media trends. From follow-up systems and client relationships to CEO time, automation, and tracking your numbers, you'll learn what actually builds a sustainable, profitable business. In this episode, you'll learn: Why follow-up is one of the highest ROI activities in your businessHow serving existing clients leads to more repeat bookings and referralsThe power of asking better questions to increase salesWhy every business owner needs dedicated CEO timeHow systems and automation save time and increase profitsThe numbers every entrepreneur should be trackingWhy relationships outperform algorithms in the long runHow consistency compounds into sustainable business growth Whether you're a travel advisor or another service-based entrepreneur, this episode will help you focus on the habits that actually move the needle. Resources Mentioned: Tern CRMDream Big Business Planner & TrackerConnect with Lindsay to learn more about joining At Last I See The World Travel or working together to grow your travel business. Keywords: travel advisor podcast, business habits, entrepreneur mindset, CEO habits, business systems, travel business, automation, client experience, referrals, follow-up, marketing strategy, productivity, women entrepreneurs

HOST SWAP: Enjoy this interview where I was the guest on Kathryn May's podcast "Free to Lead", where we discussed following God into obedience even when you're scared. It may feel like failure, but it's probably radical obedience. The "Next Best Step" Strategy to Finding Your CallingMany of us feel stuck because we are waiting for a clear map, but God often reveals the path one step at a time. In this episode, we break down why fear keeps us paralyzed and how to move from waiting to taking the immediate next step in your purpose.Key Talking Points & Main Themes:Overcoming Fear and Inaction: Fear is the primary barrier to your purpose. We discuss why many of us "idolize clarity" as a way to avoid the risks of taking action, and how the parable of the talents reminds us to steward our gifts rather than bury them.Taking the Next Best Step: • You don't need a ten-year plan to start. Jenilee shares her experience starting a podcast without a traditional platform, trusting God to order her steps as she moved.• Podcasting as Ministry and Business: How to use media to multiply your message. We discuss how a podcast can serve as an outlet for your calling, reach a global audience, and provide opportunities for authors and speakers to make an impact.• Hearing God's Voice Daily: Discover how to discern God's voice in everyday life. We discuss why hearing Him is often a process of learning to recognize His gentle promptings through conversation and asking questions.• The Power of Your "Yes": Stepping into your calling requires saying "yes" to God before you feel ready. Learn how consistent, small acts of obedience lead to doors opening that you never could have opened yourself.• Boundaries for Spiritual Freedom: How to prioritize family, ministry, and business. We explore setting boundaries as a way to find alignment and freedom rather than burnout.• Impact Over Income: Why focusing on Kingdom impact is the most reliable way to build a sustainable life and business. Learn how to trust that God will provide when you focus on serving others.Listen to Kathryn's Podcast: "Free To Lead"https://open.spotify.com/show/09jh1l4XVSS1vVTtB1Aq1Q?si=0057a2b9c6c34e76Start hearing God's voice in 5 days: ⁠https://www.subscribepage.io/HearGodSeries⁠Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to Java With Jen!

277: Most land investors think success comes from pricing, data, and marketing(Show Notes: REtipster.com/277)But after talking with Katie Desmarais, it's clear that sales conversations, leadership, and team development are what separate struggling operators from scalable land investing businesses.In this episode, Katie breaks down how she transitioned out of the day-to-day grind, trained her team to operate independently, and improved land deal conversions through better communication and sales systems.We also talk about:Why most land investors become the bottleneckHow to build trust with sellersThe right words that move deals forwardCoaching, accountability, and leadershipWhy overfiltering leads can hurt your businessHow to create a land business that supports your lifestyleIf you're building a land investing business and want better systems, stronger sales skills, and more consistent deal flow, this episode is packed with practical insights.

277: Most land investors think success comes from pricing, data, and marketing(Show Notes: REtipster.com/277)But after talking with Katie Desmarais, it's clear that sales conversations, leadership, and team development are what separate struggling operators from scalable land investing businesses.In this episode, Katie breaks down how she transitioned out of the day-to-day grind, trained her team to operate independently, and improved land deal conversions through better communication and sales systems.We also talk about:Why most land investors become the bottleneckHow to build trust with sellersThe right words that move deals forwardCoaching, accountability, and leadershipWhy overfiltering leads can hurt your businessHow to create a land business that supports your lifestyleIf you're building a land investing business and want better systems, stronger sales skills, and more consistent deal flow, this episode is packed with practical insights.

The Travel Advisor CEO Checklist: My Weekly Non-Negotiables Want to know what successful travel advisors actually do every week? In this episode of Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust, I'm sharing the weekly CEO checklist that keeps my travel business growing—even while balancing teaching full-time, hosting a travel agency, traveling myself, and creating content. We'll cover the weekly habits that increase bookings, improve client relationships, strengthen your marketing, and help you think like a true business owner instead of simply reacting to whatever lands in your inbox. In This Episode You'll Learn: The weekly habits every successful travel advisor should prioritizeWhy follow-up is one of the highest-ROI activities in your businessHow to review your sales pipeline like a CEOThe importance of nurturing past clients for repeat business and referralsThe systems, marketing, and financial check-ins that support long-term growthHow planning ahead helps reduce overwhelm and increase consistency Whether you're a brand-new travel advisor or working toward your first $100K year, these weekly non-negotiables will help you build a more sustainable, profitable travel business. Resources Mentioned: Tern CRMDream Big Business Planner & TrackerConnect with Lindsay to learn more about joining At Last I See The World Travel or working together to grow your travel business.

Creating a transformational program is only the first step. If people are visiting your sales page but not buying, the problem often isn't your offer—it's how you're communicating its value.In this Sacred Business Calibration, Kelle Sparta works with trauma-informed life coach and astrologer Katie Utterback to uncover why a powerful transformational program wasn't converting into sales. Together they explore messaging, pricing, sales psychology, transformational coaching, and how to create an offer that clients are excited to invest in. Kelle also shares practical strategies for designing coaching containers, improving client outcomes, and building a sustainable spiritual business without relying on constant launches.Whether you're a coach, healer, astrologer, or transformational practitioner, this episode offers actionable insights for increasing conversions while remaining aligned with your values and authentic voice.What You'll LearnWhy transformational programs often fail to sellThe difference between aspirational and pain-point marketingHow to write a sales page that convertsWhy pricing too low can reduce client commitmentCreating coaching containers that improve transformationUsing asynchronous coaching to scale your businessHow community increases client success and retentionStructuring offers for sustainable business growthReferences MentionedSacred Business CalibrationAstrologyHuman DesignMarco PoloTeachableICF CoachingSales page strategyTransformational coachingGroup coachingClient transformationResources MentionedKelle Spartahttps://kellesparta.comSacred Profits Mentorshiphttps://learn.kellesparta.com/sacredprofitsKatie Utterbackhttps://elevatedaura.com