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There's a version of exhaustion nobody names directly. It's not burnout from doing too much. It's not a time management problem or a discipline gap. It's the quiet, relentless effort of trying to prove you deserve to be here - in the room, in the conversation, in your own life. This episode goes underneath the ambition. Underneath the full calendar and the next launch and the productivity system that still doesn't feel like enough. Because for a lot of high achievers, the real thing running in the background isn't strategy. It's the belief: I'm not enough. And it doesn't show up the way you'd expect. It looks like perfectionism. Over-preparation. People-pleasing. Undercharging. Hiding until you feel more ready. Needing one more credential before you claim what you already know. In this first episode of the Identity Stability Series, Lisa McGuire names what's actually happening beneath those patterns, and why achievement can quiet the ache but never actually answer the question beneath it. We talk about why your work was never meant to carry your worth. Why Category of ONLY™ can't emerge from proving. And why the next version of your identity cannot be built on the same unworthiness that exhausted the last one. This is where the embodiment arc begins. Not with a framework. With a truth. The question isn't how to become enough. It's what you've been using to avoid realizing you already are. CONNECT WITH LISA LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mcguire/ WEBSITE: https://lisamcguire.com Successfully Stuck: The First Step Truth Kit: https://go.lisamcguire.com/first-truth-kit Category of ONLY Inquiry: https://calendly.com/lisabusinessgrowthadvisor/get-acquainted Identity Evolution Journey Series Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2KBSb0BlQp9HhTEd1Z_SNdULBD7wey84 Sign up for Lisa's "so much more" newsletter: https://www.thediyframework.com/so-much-more-subscribe Get your free Human Design Bodygraph: https://lisamcguire.com/get-your-free-chart/ Human Design Masterclass Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/human-design-masterclass-waitlist Ideal Client Workshop Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/ideal-client-workshop-waitlist-icww785155
Real quick, I have a 3-day masterclass starting June 9-11th and it covers everything I share about in this episode. Registration is free. We start at 11 am CST each day. Sign up here: https://go.shaminataylor.com/breaking-the-upper-limit-june-2026 Okay I have to be real with you in this one because this episode is for every woman who is making money but still feels like her business owns her. Who is working too hard, charging too little, and wondering why the cash never quite matches the effort she is putting out. I am breaking down the exact five step framework I take every single client through when they come into my world. And I promise you it is not just about strategy. It is about pricing, premium clients, scalable offers, identity work, and learning how to actually enjoy the wealth you are building. All five of those things working together is what creates the kind of success that does not slide back. I also share what happened with my client Alexis. She was already making money when she came to work with me one-on-one. Successful business, proven offers, but completely stuck in hustle mode with a new baby on the way and no breathing room in sight. We spent one VIP day together restructuring a single offer. A $3,000 offer that required almost none of her time to deliver. She sold 35 people into it immediately, collected $75,000 upfront, then offered a bonus to her existing $25,000 clients and collected another $125,000. $225,000 in cash from one restructured offer. And she still had time to be a present mama. This is what happens when you stop building offers around what you think you have to give and start building them around what your clients actually need to win. I also get into why undercharging is one of the most destructive things you can do in your business. It is not just leaving money on the table. It is attracting the wrong clients, creating resentment, and keeping you locked in a workload that will never scale. And I talk about why enjoying your wealth is not optional. It is actually step five of the framework and it is the thing most women skip entirely. In this episode you will discover: The 5-step framework I use with every client to increase pricing, attract premium clients, build scalable offers, do the identity work, and finally enjoy the wealth How Alexis restructured one offer, collected $225,000 cash upfront and got her time back before her second baby arrived Why undercharging is attracting the wrong clients and creating resentment without you even realising it How to build a low ticket, mid ticket, and high ticket ascension system that creates passive income and scales without requiring more of your time Why enjoying your money is not a luxury, it is a direct strategy for attracting more of it How my client Sarah, made $120,000 in a single month with a $27 offer and still earns from it every single hour Why your business model is probably the real reason you are hitting a ceiling and what to do about it Why charging more is actually the most generous thing you can do for your clients and your business If you have been doing all the things and still feel like your business owns you more than you own it, this episode is going to show you exactly where the gap is. And how to close it without adding a single thing to your plate. Join our FREE Quantum Woman Community https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1EsvvfUBjg/
Money coach Jen Fontanilla spent 25 years designing for Disney before cracking the code on creative worth. Here's why you're undercharging — and how to stop. She spent 25 years creating packaging for Disney, Sony, and Target. She was good at her job — great, actually. But here's what nobody knew: she had no idea how to handle her own money. None. And she is not alone — because if you are a creative, a designer, a writer, a maker of any kind, the system was literally built to keep you broke and grateful for it. Today's guest is Jen Fontanilla — TEDx speaker, seven-time author, and the woman who turned her own financial rock bottom into a career dismantling the 'Starving Artist' myth one belief at a time. We are going to get into why you keep undercharging, why your childhood shaped your rates, and the one mindset shift that changes everything. Do not go anywhere. Connect With Jen: IG: @itsjenfontanilla Book: The Creative Code: https://amzn.to/43ADfZI LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenfontanilla Dr. JC Doornick Links: Web - www.makessensebook.com YT - / @drjcdoornick IG - / @drjcdoornick FB - / @makessensepodcast Makes Sense Book - https://tinyurl.com/makessensepurchase MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 1:24 - Welcome, Jen Fontanilla 2:09 - What's it like to be you these days 4:42 - When did you first realize that people needed to rewrite their money story 9:05 - The habit wiring behind money problems. 12:46 - Why do people feel guilty about making money 15:39 - Why does somebody that knows they are worth more not charge what they're worth 27:03 - Do people take money too seriously 29:45 - Do you believe you can manifest money into your life? 35:20 - What is the creative code? 41:11 - What's the most important money concept Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Book a connection call: https://jenniferdawncoaching.com/schedule-call/ Why does setting the goal, working harder, and pushing through still leave you hitting the same invisible ceiling? In this episode of the Happy Productive Podcast, Jennifer Dawn goes beneath the surface to the real reason your results stall: identity. Not your personality or your role, but the internal place you lead from and who you become automatically under pressure. Jennifer unpacks how early safety rules form in the nervous system, why they live in the body rather than the mind, and why no strategy can override them. She shares openly from her own story, including years of overworking driven by a safety rule that equated rest with danger, and shows how undercharging and an inability to let go of control all trace back to the same place. This is the second episode in a series going deeper into what actually shifts when growth finally lasts.If you feel that ceiling and want to shift it, awareness is where it begins. Connect with Jennifer Dawn: Website: jenniferdawncoaching.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferdawn.coaching/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdawn/ Podcast: podcast@jenniferdawncoaching.com Timestamps: 2:41 What identity actually is 3:43 Safety rules and how they form 5:12 How this shows up in business 8:24 Overworking as a safety rule 9:48 Undercharging and control patterns 11:13 Identity can shift, and here's where to start 11:53 What's coming next + retreat invite Want to go deeper than the show can? Explore the Wildly Successful You workshop at jenniferdawncoaching.com. Keywords: identity shift, nervous system regulation, business owner burnout, overworking, safety rules, somatic work, personal growth, undercharging, leadership identity, soul aligned success, inner work, mindset ceiling
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The nightmare situation as an online coach is to scale your company, hire assistant coaches and a staff, have your staff make more money than you, and you become a minimum wage entrepreneur with all the stress and risk that comes with owning your own business. We don't want that to be you so today's episode is all about profit margins, common mistakes we see within IFCA and the industry, and how to make sure you pay employees fairly while having healthy margins. Time Stamps: (0:10) Profit Margins (1:30) Common Mistakes (4:20) Undercharging for Your Service (9:00) Paying Employees and Healthy Margins (10:06) Gross vs Net Profit (15:30) Raising Your Prices ----------------
Your expertise is not a freebie and neither is the long-term cost of undercharging. In this coaching episode, Fiona explores the hidden financial, emotional and strategic impact of pricing yourself too low and why so many small business owners stay stuck there. From pricing psychology to resentment, visibility and positioning, this episode is a powerful reminder that pricing is not just about money. It's about how you value your work and how others value it too. You'll learn: The hidden costs of undercharging beyond just lost revenue Why low pricing can attract the wrong clients and create resentment How to position your business intentionally instead of pricing from fear or self-doubt Need help with your own business strategy, impact, visibility or personal brand ? Get in touch: hello@mydailybusiness.com Connect with My Daily Business: Instagram: @mydailybusiness_ TikTok: @mydailybusiness Email: hello@mydailybusiness.com Website: mydailybusiness.com Resources mentioned: AI Monthly Chat Group for Small Business Owners My Daily Business courses - mydailybusiness.com/courses Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching. Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA. We also love Descript. Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.
Stop Undercharging: Price for Profit, Not Just Your Time
Send us Fan MailWhy do so many women entrepreneurs struggle to confidently price their services, raise their rates, or talk about money without anxiety, guilt, or second-guessing?In this powerful episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, I sit down with Linda Hunt — money clarity catalyst, pricing power strategist, founder of SumSolutions, and author of the upcoming book The Money Conversation.Together, we explore the emotional and energetic side of entrepreneurship that most business conversations ignore.This conversation goes beyond spreadsheets and strategy into the deeper layers of self-worth, nervous system regulation, capacity, visibility, boundaries, and sustainable business growth.Linda shares how women can stop undercharging, build offers that support both profit and peace, and create businesses that don't require burnout to succeed.In this episode, we discuss:• Why women entrepreneurs often struggle with pricing and money conversations• The connection between nervous system safety and pricing confidence• How to stop undercharging and understand the value of your transformation• Why boundaries and business structure create more freedom• Capacity, burnout, and creating a sustainable business model• How to lead with confidence without becoming overly masculine in business• The emotional side of entrepreneurship and rewriting your money story• Why entrepreneurship forces us to truly meet ourselves• Linda's upcoming book, The Money ConversationThis episode is especially for service-based entrepreneurs, coaches, creatives, consultants, and mompreneurs who are ready to stop shrinking themselves and start building businesses with more confidence, clarity, alignment, and peace.Connect with Linda Hunt:Website: https://www.sumsolutions.comBook & Resources: https://moneyconversation.netInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sumsolutionsllcLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindaahunt/Keep the conversation going with Angela:https://mombusinesscoach.comIf this episode resonated with you, please share it with another mom entrepreneur, subscribe to the podcast, and leave a review so more women can discover these conversations.
Send us Fan MailIf pricing feels like a stressful guess, this episode will help you price with a clear method so you stop undercharging and start feeling confident in your numbers.In this episode, you will learnWhy designers undercharge even when they are talented and bookedWhat it means to price the process, not the tasksHow to set a Minimum Viable Fee so you stop saying yes to unprofitable workHow a Pricing Ladder creates consistent packages clients can choose fromHow to account for complexity so you are not donating timeReview your last three projects and ask:Where did I donate timeWhat was underpricedWhat boundary was missingWhat would I charge differently next timeThe Profit Academy for Interior Designers is your ultimate guide to mastering the financial side of your design business. In just 6 weeks, you'll gain the clarity, tools, and confidence to price your projects for maximum profit, build client trust, and create the thriving business you've always dreamed of.Learn more and save your spot: https://www.theprofitacademyforinteriordesigners.com/ Step-by-step guides, AI Chat GPT Made Simple and Claude Made Simple, start at the very beginning and then walk you through building your own role-based AI assistants, complete with prompts, checklists, and plug-and-play workflows you can implement immediately. Get both guides (and more designer resources) here: https://thebusinessofbeautifulspaces.com/designer-resourcesBe sure to follow along on Instagram @thebusinessofbeautifulspaces + @thorntondesign to stay up to date on what we're talking about next week. If you love our podcast, please, please, please leave us a review. If you have any questions or topic ideas OR you wish to be a guest email us thebusinessofbeautifulspaces@gmail.com or find us on instagram @thebusinessofbeautifulspacesLaura Thornton is the principle designer of Thornton Design Inc, located in Kleinburg, ON. Since founding the company in 1999, Laura has been committed to creating a new kind of interior design experience for her clients. Thornton Design is an experienced team of creative talents, focused on curating beautiful residential and commercial spaces in the Toronto, Ontario area and beyond. Now sharing all the years of experience with other interior designers to create a world of collaboration and less competition. The Business of Beautiful Spaces I @thebusinessofbeautifulspacesThornton Design I @thorntondesign
In this episode, we're talking about one tiny word that could be quietly costing you thousands in your design business: “just.” If you've ever said, “It's just a small bathroom,” “It's just a few finishes,” or “It's just a consultation,” you may be unintentionally minimizing the expertise, decision-making, and professional value you bring to your projects. I'll unpack why designers use this word, how it affects your pricing, and why work that feels easy to you is often the exact thing your clients need most. Plus, you'll learn how to catch yourself before you undercharge and start describing your work in a way that reflects the true value of your experience.Ready to stop waiting for better opportunities and start creating access to them?Join me for my FREE live workshop, The V.I.P. Path to Your Highest Design Fee, where I'll show you the three shifts that help designers get seen, invited, and paid for bigger design projects.Wednesday 6/24, 12pm Eastern.
If your service business has hit a revenue ceiling, the problem probably isn't your offer, it's your pricing. In this episode, pricing strategist and author Linda Hunt introduces the concept of the "minimum aligned price," the pricing floor below which you're actually paying your clients to work for them. Linda covers the three points at which service businesses start to show weakness: the pricing conversation, scope creep inside the work, and a lack of repeatable processes. If you've been bootstrapping your way through growth, this is the formula for building the business that scales with you.In this episode of The She Leads Podcast, Adrienne Garland's guest is Linda Hunt, founder of Sum Solutions, author of The Money Conversation, and the financial architect known to the women she works with as the money clarity catalyst.Linda makes the case that "I cannot afford it" is almost never the real objection. Clients always find the money for what they value, but a discount in that moment teaches them they were right to hesitate. She also walks through the cost of scope creep on a high-touch client and why a defined service process is what lets the work actually scale.Linda introduces her free Perfect Pricing Formula and the principle that changes how women build service businesses: price your services from day one as if someone else were going to be doing the work, not you.Chapters:
You're undercharging. You know it. Your client knows it. But you comfort yourself by saying, "Well, at least she's coming to me instead of the salon/spa down the street." Meanwhile, your bills are piling up, the rent just went up and don't even mention the cost of eggs and milk! This episode you'll learn the REAL reason what's keeping you down as far as your pricing is concerned. After you watch/listen to this episode, drop your thoughts in the comments! Tell me what you think! LOVE THIS EPISODE?Leave Your Ratings, Reviews & Comments on the Podcast! Your feedback allows for more nourishing content and for more on-point education for beauty & barber pros.SHOP PODCAST MERCH: https://the-beautypro-coach-shop.fourthwall.com/SHOP MY STOREFRONT: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebeautyprocoachGET 1:1 COACHING: https://www.thebeautyprocoach.com/discovery-callsGET ON THE EMAIL LIST: https://bit.ly/3S5R2loSubscribe to The BeautyPro Podcast on Apple, Spotify & YouTube!APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-beautypro-podcast/id1700728724SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2km4Md6jjJMb7EyLvf0Huv?si=3f58fcf183e746e0Follow @thebeautyprocoach on Facebook & Instagramhttps://www.fb.com/thebeautyprocoachhttps://www.instagram.com/thebeautyprocoach
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See what the team at The Successful Bookkeeper has on right now → Anne Napolitano started her firm a decade ago as a solopreneur with an accounting degree, a background as a controller for Hermès of Paris, and a stint as a personal chef. Today she runs a 10-person firm with a specialty niche in food and beverage — and she has learned, often the hard way, how to charge what her work is actually worth. This episode is a practical, honest conversation about building advisory services into a bookkeeping firm, pricing with confidence, and communicating value so clients never have to wonder what you do for them. Chapters [00:00] Anne's Background and Firm Journey [05:03] Early Mistakes and Hard Lessons [09:07] Building Advisory Into the Practice [12:24] Tools, Confidence, and Clean Data [14:33] Selling Advisory to Skeptical Clients [18:20] Segmenting Clients for Higher-Tier Work [20:42] Packaging and Proposals That Work [23:34] Pricing Courage and Recovering from Undercharging [28:19] Communicating Value Before Clients Leave [30:29] Pivotal Moments and What She'd Do Differently From Bookkeeping to Advisory: It Takes Time to Grow Into It Anne didn't launch as a full advisory firm on day one — the advisory side evolved as her confidence and team grew. She credits closing the books fast (her target is the 10th–15th of each month) as the foundation that makes advisory possible. "The faster we can get the bookkeeping done, that allows us 2 weeks at the end of the month to meet with clients and to do the advisory type of work that we really enjoy." Without clean, timely data, there's nothing to advise on. Selling Advisory When Clients Don't Know They Need It Many clients assume advisory is bundled into their basic bookkeeping fee. Anne's approach is to start with bookkeeping, build trust, and then show — not tell — what advisory can do. She uses dashboards, charts, and graphs in prospect calls, sometimes pulling analysis directly from a prospect's QuickBooks file before they've even signed. "We have found that that has been a game changer." Visual tools lower the barrier for clients who tune out a P&L but respond immediately to a trend line. Segmenting Clients for Higher-Tier Services Not every client is ready for advisory, and Anne stopped pretending otherwise. She segments roughly the top 15–30% of her client base into higher-tier engagements based on revenue size, reporting complexity, or multi-entity structures — not just headcount. Clients who don't start there often grow into it. "Some of the other clients move themselves into advisory over time. Either they grow or become more complex, or we've shown them what we can do for them — and by then we have a relationship, so they trust us." The Pricing Trap: Being a Recovering Underpricer Anne is direct about the pricing mistakes she's still working through. She uses value pricing (no hourly billing), offers three-tier proposal packages, and spells out scope precisely to avoid scope creep and client assumptions. But the real obstacle is internal. "I'm a recovering underpricer. You need to be willing and able for them to walk away. Because if they're not going to pay your price, it's not a good client for you." She also anchors pricing against the cost of a full-time hire — converting monthly fees to an annual figure so clients can compare apples to apples. Communicating Value Before Clients Drift Away Losing clients not because of bad work, but because clients didn't understand what was being done for them, was one of Anne's hardest lessons. Her fix: overcommunicate. Her team now sends monthly summaries through their client portal covering what was done, errors caught, fraud signals flagged, and money saved. "We don't always communicate to a client, and we found that that was a big mistake." She describes it as an iceberg — clients see the surface, but the firm's job is to make the work below the waterline visible. --- Links Mentioned Anne Napolitano on LinkedIn Anne Napolitano on Instagram: search Anne Napolitano The Balance Sheet — Anne's monthly newsletter (contact her via social media to subscribe) The Successful Bookkeeper Summit — this year's theme: Owning Your Authority PureBookkeeping.com — episode sponsor Woodard conferences and education (mentioned as a resource for advisory skill-building) --- About the Guest Anne Napolitano is the founder of Anne Napolitano Consulting, a modern accounting and advisory firm she has grown over 10 years from a solo practice to a 10-person team. With over 30 years in accounting — including a role as U.S. controller for Hermès of Paris — Anne specializes in bookkeeping and CFO-level advisory services for food and beverage businesses, nonprofits, and general small business clients. She is based in the United States and is active on LinkedIn and Instagram.
There's a hidden reason why your business may feel inconsistent, heavy, or harder than it needs to be—and it's not your strategy.It's the subtle energetic leaks happening beneath the surface.In this episode of Soul Alive Radio, we continue our deep dive into Human Design energy centers by exploring the Identity (G Center) and the Will (Ego/Heart) Center—two powerful hubs that directly influence your sense of self, your direction, your pricing, and your ability to hold value in your business.Because when your identity feels unclear… or your worth feels unstable… it doesn't matter how good your strategy is—your audience will feel the disconnect.This episode is your invitation to look beneath the surface and recalibrate from within.Inside, you'll discover:How your Identity Center shapes your direction, messaging, and ability to build trust with your audienceWhy your Will Center directly impacts your pricing, boundaries, and relationship with moneyThe subtle ways you may be overgiving, undercharging, or staying stuck in outdated versions of yourself—and how to shift into alignmentTimestamps:00:00 Welcome to Soul Alive00:23 Series and Centers01:22 Identity Center Basics01:44 Get Your Free Chart03:43 Identity Leaks and Fixes06:36 Will Center Explained07:27 Will Center Leaks08:35 Patch the Will Center09:35 InvitationLinks Mentioned:Get Your Free Human Design Chart Here!If you're a soul-guided coach, healer, or creative who's ready to turn your Spiritual Gifts into real client results, this is your next step.Inside this 8-month certification, you'll activate and amplify your Spiritual Gifts, learn how to use them to create deep transformation for your clients, and align your Human Design with your gifts to naturally attract aligned clients and consistent income.This is where your next level begins. https://allysonscammell.com/soulblueprint/STAY CONNECTED:Soul Guide Circle: JOIN the Soul Guide Circle closed Facebook GroupFacebook: FOLLOW on FacebookInstagram: FOLLOW on InstagramYouTube: Follow in YouTubeReady to grow a prosperous soul-guided business? BOOK a free Intuitive ConsultLeave a review for Soul Guide Radio (and we'll read it on the air!)
Tired of the “fight to the death” model of family law? In this episode, you'll hear how a modern family law founder rebuilt the divorce practice playbook with intentional branding, low-conflict strategy, and a subscription model that puts families—and profitability—first. In this episode, Steve Fretzin and I'Asia Scarlett-Jones discuss: Origin story and career path into family law Mindset: opportunity in difficulty and intentional practice Niche branding and attracting the right family law clients Subscription model vs. hourly billing in divorce matters Delegation, systems, pricing, and common law firm mistakes Key Takeaways: Viewing setbacks as lessons rather than losses creates resilience in both law practice and leadership. Treating a law firm like a true business—brand, systems, pricing, and niche—separates commodity lawyers from sought-after advisors. A low-conflict, highly strategic approach to family law can protect families from the financial and emotional cost of endless litigation. Subscription-based pricing, when designed thoughtfully, can improve client affordability, predictability, and trust while still being profitable. Undercharging, under-delegating, and delaying systems are expensive mistakes; investing early in support, structure, and proper pricing pays off. "You have to charge what you're worth. Do not be afraid. Charge it. They will pay it." — I'Asia Scarlett-Jones Check out my new show, Be That Lawyer Coaches Corner, and get the strategies I use with my clients to win more business and love your career again. Ready to go from good to GOAT in your legal marketing game? Don't miss PIMCON—where the brightest minds in professional services gather to share what really works. Lock in your spot now: https://www.pimcon.org/ Thank you to our Sponsor! Rankings.io: https://rankings.io/ Lawyer.com: https://www.lawyer.com/ Ready to grow your law practice without selling or chasing? Book your free 30-minute strategy session now—let's make this your breakout year: https://fretzin.com/ About I'Asia Scarlett-Jones: I'Asia “Asia” Scarlett-Jones is the Founder and Managing Attorney of ASJ Law Office, a New York City–based family law firm dedicated to guiding individuals and families through complex legal transitions. With experience in public interest work, court attorney service, and litigation, she brings both deep legal expertise and a client-centered approach rooted in empathy and clarity. Asia focuses on family law matters, including divorce, custody, mediation, and prenuptial agreements, with an emphasis on resolving disputes outside the courtroom whenever possible. An Amazon bestselling author, as well as a wife and mother, she draws from both professional and personal experience to support, inform, and empower her clients while advocating for outcomes that prioritize their well-being. Connect with I'Asia Scarlett-Jones: Website: https://asjlawoffice.com/ Connect with Steve Fretzin: LinkedIn: Steve Fretzin Twitter: @stevefretzin Instagram: @fretzinsteve Facebook: Fretzin, Inc. Website: Fretzin.com Email: Steve@Fretzin.com Book: Legal Business Development Isn't Rocket Science and more! YouTube: Steve Fretzin Call Steve directly at 847-602-6911 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
FREE Two Day Event: The Farm Marketing Fix - June 2026 Sign Up HERE This morning, another email landed in my inbox. "We're quitting." Another farm family packing it in. They never got to the place where they could charge enough to make the farm sustainable. And I've watched this happen farm after farm after farm for 20+ years. Here's what I've finally had to admit after all of it: it's not the weather. It's not the margins. It's not even the economy. It's a set of beliefs so deeply wired into farming culture that most farmers don't even know they're running on them. They feel like truth. They feel like virtue. They're actually the thing quietly killing your farm. Struggle is not a virtue. Exhaustion is not proof of dedication. And charging premium prices is not greedy - it's the only way your farm survives long enough to actually serve your community. Until you see the lies for what they are, no strategy, no system, no marketing tactic is going to work the way it should. Your beliefs will override them every time. This episode is Part 2 of my From Burnout to Balance series, and it's the conversation I wish every farmer could have before year five. Before the quitting email, before the burnout, before they sell off the herd. I'm breaking down the four Good Farmer Lies, the brain science of why your biology defaults to scarcity, and how to start shifting it this week. I include how to spot the exact scarcity thoughts showing up in your pricing, why "real farmers don't need marketing" is the belief costing you the most customers, the reframe that turns profit into a form of service instead of greed, and three specific exercises you can do right now: a default thought audit, an abundance reframe, and a price audit. If you're tired. If you're undercharging. If some quiet voice tells you that wanting profit somehow makes you less noble, this one's for you. You'll walk away knowing what's actually keeping you stuck, and with real tools to start rewiring it today. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Price for Profit (Free Pricing Course) — If you've been wondering whether your prices are actually sustainable, this free course is where you start. You'll get the spreadsheet that shows you what your prices are really earning you, plus a series of emails that walk you through the mindset shifts required to raise them. Grab it here: charlottemsmith.com/priceforprofit Leadership Coaching School (Launching September) — For the farmers who are done white-knuckling it through burnout and want the actual tools to coach themselves through the hard stuff. This is where you learn what my coaching program farmers say was the most profound thing that ever happened to their lives, their families, and their bank accounts. Keep your eyes peeled... more details coming soon. HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Struggle Is Not A Virtue — It's Just Struggle. Dedication and martyrdom are not the same thing, but farming culture has conflated them for generations. The belief that good farmers are supposed to suffer financially is the exact belief keeping your prices too low, your hours too long, and your farm on the path to closing in year five like 98% of farms do. Sustainable farmers thrive and thriving is the goal, not the exception. Your Premium Price Is Responsible, Not Greedy. When you charge what your work is actually worth, you can care for your animals properly, produce safe food, stay present with your family, invest back into your land, and still be in business in five years. Undercharging isn't humble. It's a form of scarcity thinking dressed up as virtue, and it's the number one reason the farms I used to buy from don't exist anymore. You Cannot Out-Strategy A Scarcity Mindset. You can learn every marketing tactic and pricing formula out there, but if your brain is still running on "nobody will pay that" and "real farmers don't market," those beliefs will override every strategy you implement. Mindset work isn't fluff - it's the foundation everything else is built on. Shift the thinking first, and the profit follows. Click HERE and Let's Meet! Chat with us to see if The Profitable Farmer can break you out of marketing misery.
What if the real reason you feel burnt out in your business has nothing to do with your workload… and everything to do with what you're charging? In this episode, I'm diving into a topic that quietly affects so many wedding professionals and creative entrepreneurs: undercharging. I walk through the subtle signs that your pricing may be out of alignment—things like resentment toward clients, constant exhaustion, and that uncomfortable guilt when it's time to send an invoice. If you've ever found yourself discounting before someone even asks or wondering if your work is “worth it,” this conversation will hit close to home.Topics covered in this episode include:The surprising place undercharging shows up first—and it's not your bank accountWhy resentment toward clients can actually be a pricing problemThe hidden ways people-pleasing sabotages your incomeResources Mentioned:Get your free business audit: https://jentaylorconsulting.com/free-business-audit/ I would love to connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JenTaylorConsulting/ & Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jentaylorconsulting/!Show notes available at: https://jentaylorconsulting.com/design-your-wedding-business-podcast/
In this episode, Mike Crow breaks down the real strategies behind sustainable growth in the home inspection industry. Learn why being booked out is actually costing you money, how to use the 3x90x2 formula to optimize pricing, and why dynamic pricing is one of the most powerful tools available today. Mike also shares practical insights on Maven Driven Marketing and how referral networks can fuel long term success. If you are serious about increasing revenue and working smarter, this episode delivers clear, actionable guidance.Unlock the Power of Mike's #1 Referral-Generating Marketing SystemGet full details here...BBM+Who is Mike Crow?Mike Crow is a Marketing and Business Expert who has built and managed multiple 7-figure businesses, including two 7-figure inspection firms.For the past 15 years, he's coached thousands of other inspection business owners and has personally helped 100+ companies grow to $1,000,000+ in annual revenue. He has also helped multiple single-inspector operations earn 6-figure annual revenues (some surpassing $300,000).Mike can teach any entrepreneur how to systematize and market their business to achieve their personal and professional goals.
In this episode, Mike Crow breaks down the real strategies behind sustainable growth in the home inspection industry. Learn why being booked out is actually costing you money, how to use the 3x90x2 formula to optimize pricing, and why dynamic pricing is one of the most powerful tools available today. Mike also shares practical insights on Maven Driven Marketing and how referral networks can fuel long term success. If you are serious about increasing revenue and working smarter, this episode delivers clear, actionable guidance.Unlock the Power of Mike's #1 Referral-Generating Marketing SystemGet full details here...BBM+Who is Mike Crow?Mike Crow is a Marketing and Business Expert who has built and managed multiple 7-figure businesses, including two 7-figure inspection firms.For the past 15 years, he's coached thousands of other inspection business owners and has personally helped 100+ companies grow to $1,000,000+ in annual revenue. He has also helped multiple single-inspector operations earn 6-figure annual revenues (some surpassing $300,000).Mike can teach any entrepreneur how to systematize and market their business to achieve their personal and professional goals.
If you've been struggling with how to price your services… this episode is for you. Because here's the truth: If you're charging for your time, you're probably undercharging. In this episode, Karen Yankovich breaks down how to shift from time-based pricing to pricing based on transformation, results, and authority. This isn't about working more. It's about finally getting paid for the value you bring. Inside this episode: Why time-based pricing keeps you stuck What you should actually be charging for How to position your offers around outcomes Why authority (LinkedIn + PR) supports higher pricing The mindset shift that makes premium pricing feel natural If you're ready to stop undercharging and start owning your value—this episode is your next step. Resources Mentioned In The Episode: This is the program for building authority and visibility. Start here: https://www.visibilitysalon.com/ Want to refine how you position yourself on LinkedIn so people actually get your value? Connect with me here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenyankovich Looking for deeper conversations like this (and a room of women doing the work)? Join the community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/linkedinsuccesstips Prefer to keep learning in bite-sized, real-talk episodes like this? Follow the podcast: https://karenyankovich.com/podcast/ Magical Quotes From The Episode: "If you're charging for your time, you're probably undercharging." "You are not selling hours—you are selling transformation." "Clients pay for speed, certainty, and results—not your time." Help Us Spread The Word! It would be awesome if you shared the Good Girls Get Rich Podcast with your fellow entrepreneurs on Twitter. Click here to tweet some love! If this episode has taught you just one thing, I would love if you could head on over to Apple Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW! And if you're moved to, kindly leave us a rating and review. Maybe you'll get a shout out on the show! Ways to Subscribe to Good Girls Get Rich: Click here to subscribe via Apple Podcasts Click here to subscribe via PlayerFM Good Girls Get Rich is also on Spotify Take a listen on Podcast Addict
"I know I could charge more, but I don't know how to ask for it."I hear this constantly in business audits. From experienced VAs and OBMs who get results, whose clients renew and refer. They're the backbone of their client's businesses, but they're still not charging what they should be.The problem isn't confidence or money mindset. The real issue? Their work has spoken for itself. They've grown through referrals without ever having to articulate the impact they make. So they've skipped developing the language.And you cannot charge for what you cannot articulate. If you can't say it, you can't sell it. So you default to proving it by doing, staying late, overdelivering, trying to justify higher rates while staying at the lower one.In this episode, I'm breaking down the 3 questions that will give you the language that matches the depth of what you create.⚡️ Effortless Attraction (8-week marketing intensive) is open until April 17th: Join us inside!Send us Fan MailJoin Effortless Attraction: 8-Week Live Marketing Intensive for VAs, OBMs & DFY Service Providers ⬇️https://embodied-soulpreneur.newzenler.com/courses/effortless-attraction-spring-2026For VAs & OBMs turning expertise into a signature method and a business that pays for outcomes, not hours.BOOK A FREE BUSINESS AUDITFree 45-min call. Find your bottleneck, see what's possible.FREE RESOURCESTools, trainings & community.WORK WITH MEExpansion: 1:1 coaching to build your signature method and offer suite.Effortless Attraction: 8-Week Marketing Intensive (Apr & Oct)Foundations to Flow: 8-Week Offer Design Intensive (Feb & July) Website | Instagram | Threads | LinkedIn | YouTube Podcast produced and edited with love by @FerAssists
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If you've ever caught yourself apologising after quoting a price or felt that quiet discomfort when someone asks what you charge, this episode is for you. I talk about why that feeling of discomfort is so common amongst creative business owners, why the work that feels most natural to you is very often your most valuable and how to reframe this to price with confidence. Key Moments: [01:24] Why pricing feels so uncomfortable and why formulas aren't the answer [02.41:] Deliverables vs. transformation: What your clients are actually paying for [08:07] The iceberg analogy and why pricing only the visible tip keeps you stuck [12:45] 'Ease is evidence of expertise', not low value: real examples from creative businesses [16:20] The mindset shift that makes pricing a very different conversation Notable Quotes: "Your clients aren't paying for the deliverable. They're paying for the transformation." Resources Mentioned: Read: This Week's Full Journal Post Link: The Six Month Programme - The Bright Line Link: The Base Notes Subscribe to our Weekly newsletter Website: www.philippacraddock.com Instagram: @philippacraddock Email: hello@philippacraddock.com Share Your Insights: I'd love to hear from you. How do you feel about pricing your work? Send me a DM on Instagram. I would love to know your thoughts and insights after listening to this episode Never Miss an Episode: Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for behind-the-scenes insights, exclusive resources, and first access to new offerings, all designed to help you build your creative business business around what you naturally do best.
Today is March 31st, the last day of the first quarter. And I want to do something a little different. I want to walk you through a quick audit. Maybe five minutes. Back of the napkin. No fancy spreadsheet. You can use a Post-it if you want. This will tell you more about your business than your QuickBooks has all year. Because we're going to look at the gap between what you earned this quarter and what you were actually worth. And then we're going to talk about what that gap is really costing you — because it's not just money. If you've ever finished a quarter feeling like you worked constantly, but the revenue doesn't match up with your effort, this episode is for you. This is no judgment. Just clarity. Mentioned in this episode: Join the waitlist for The Designer's Edge here: https://www.reneedevignierdesign.com/construction-management-interior-designers Grab Your Free Script Guide here: https://www.reneedevignierdesign.com/push-back-script-handout Access the full video interview with Elana Steele of Steele Appliance here: https://www.reneedevignierdesign.com/appliance Find the full shownotes at: https://devignierdesign.com/interior-designer-undercharging-cost
Send us Fan MailUndercharging can look like generosity, but it often becomes a slow leak that drains your confidence, your business, and even your client results. We get real about the internal stories that push well-intentioned coaches to discount their coaching services, then wonder why they feel stuck, frustrated, or secretly resentful. If you've ever thought, “Who am I to charge that?” this conversation gives you language for what's happening and a path forward that doesn't rely on hype or gimmicks.We break down the belief loop behind pricing fear: the thought that hits automatically, the feelings it creates, and the actions that follow, like lowering rates, avoiding sales conversations, or not even telling people you coach. Then we zoom out to the uncomfortable truth most people miss: when clients don't have skin in the game, they often take less action. That lack of commitment can lead to weaker outcomes, which feeds more doubt and sends coaches searching for tactics like new offers, better messaging, or AI shortcuts instead of addressing the root belief system.We also talk practical strategy for new coaches, including a structured six-week “free” container designed to build reps, create testimonials, and transition into paid work without making free sessions your default. Finally, we separate worth from value: your worth is inherent, while the market pays for the value you can deliver through skill, transformation, and a clear roadmap. If you want to stop winging sessions and learn to coach at the root level, apply for the next cohort of High Impact Mastery Academy at modernleadership.us/academy and, if this helped, subscribe, share it with a coach friend, and leave a review.Want to go deeper on what we talked about today?We put together a short video on how to lead high-stakes conversations without winging it.Watch it here: https://www.modernleadership.us/mastery
You've got the expertise. You know your clients get results. But when it comes to actually packaging your online program — naming it, structuring it, pricing it — everything feels murky. Sound familiar?In this episode, Dr. Alison McLean breaks down exactly how to package your online wellness program so that it's clear, compelling, and positioned to sell — without falling into the trap of overdelivering for an undercharge.In this episode, you'll learn:Why most wellness practitioners package their programs the wrong way (and how it's silently killing conversions)The key elements every online program needs to feel premium and completeHow to name and structure your offer so potential clients immediately understand the valueWhy pricing confidence starts with how your program is packaged — not how many modules you includeThe simple shift that makes your program feel like the obvious next step for your dream clientIf you've been sitting on a program idea — or you've launched something that isn't selling the way you hoped — this episode is your reset.Find Alison here: Follow me on Instagram → igniteyourwellnessbusinessReady to work with me? Book a consultation call on my website!→ https://igniteurwellness.com/business-coach-for-health-coaches/Get the free download to help get clarity on your online wellness program and use IG to fill it: https://workshop-to-create-workshops.pages.ontraport.net/online-offerJane's app: https://janesoftware.partnerlinks.io/Alison-mclean-podcastFor a free month use code: IGNITE1MO
In this episode of The Modern Hairstylist Podcast, host Hunter Donia shares a behind-the-scenes look at a real challenge many experienced stylists face: realizing that some of your longest-standing clients are still paying far less than your current pricing. When you have built deep relationships over years behind the chair, raising those prices can feel incredibly uncomfortable, even when you know it is the right business decision.Hunter walks through how emotional pricing often sneaks into our businesses over time. Whether it happened because you inherited clients, honored old rates, or simply struggled to change pricing as your career grew, many stylists end up with uneven pricing across their client list. This episode explores why fixing those situations is not just about making more money, but about creating fairness for both yourself and the clients who are already paying your full rate.Through a candid coaching conversation with a stylist who has been behind the chair for nearly two decades, Hunter breaks down the mindset shifts and practical steps that make these difficult conversations easier. You will hear how to approach long-time clients with honesty, how to transition them to your current rates, and how to release the guilt that often keeps stylists stuck in outdated pricing.Key Takeaways:
If you're a spiritual entrepreneur with a big heart who wants to help people but often finds yourself overwhelmed, overworking, or on the edge of burnout, this episode will feel incredibly familiar. Many wellness entrepreneurs start their businesses with a deep calling to serve. But without strong boundaries, sustainable systems, and nervous system regulation, that passion can quickly turn into exhaustion. In this episode, I'm joined by Harmony Slater, a certified mastery coach, breathwork trainer, and one of only twenty women worldwide to hold the highest-level Ashtanga Yoga certification. Harmony has spent over 25 years guiding students across 33 countries through yoga, meditation, energy work, and somatic healing. We talk about why so many spiritual entrepreneurs struggle with burnout, how nervous system dysregulation impacts business decisions, and the simple practices that can help you regulate your energy and grow your business in a way that actually supports your life. If you've ever felt like you're constantly hustling, second-guessing yourself, or stuck in cycles of overwhelm and exhaustion, this episode will give you a new perspective on what sustainable business growth really looks like. In This Episode, We Discuss Why spiritual entrepreneurs often burn out faster than they expect The hidden patterns of undercharging, overgiving, and people-pleasing How nervous system dysregulation affects creativity and productivity The role of trauma and deeper emotional work in entrepreneurship Simple breathwork and embodiment practices to regulate stress How to create boundaries while growing a heart-centered business Why rest and recovery are essential for sustainable success Resources Are you a health coach in need of done-for-you content? Visit yourhealthcoachbiz.com and save 40% using code GO40. Ready to launch your own podcast or need full podcast management services? Learn more here: https://rachelafeldman.com/the-healthy-hustle-podcast-agency/ Connect with Harmony Slater Website: https://harmonyslater.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harmonyslaterofficial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/harmonyslater TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@harmonyslaterofficial Podcast: Finding Harmony Podcast Free Resources from Harmony Manifestation Activation: Rewire Your Mind & Magnetize Aligned Wealth https://harmonyslater.kit.com/manifestation-activation Free Breathwork Audio: Reduce Overwhelm in 2 Minutes https://harmonyslater.com/morning-breathwork-optin Why Spiritual Entrepreneurs Experience Burnout Spiritual entrepreneurs often enter business because they genuinely want to serve others. But that heart-centered intention can sometimes lead to patterns that make burnout more likely. Many healers, coaches, and wellness professionals struggle with pricing their services, valuing their time, and setting boundaries. Harmony explains that burnout often happens when entrepreneurs build a business where they end up working for the business instead of having the business support their life. Harmony: "You're building a company or business for yourself, but then you are working for your business rather than having your business work for you." The Pattern of Undercharging and Overgiving Many spiritual entrepreneurs have been conditioned to believe their soft skills or healing work are not truly monetizable. As a result, they may undercharge, overdeliver, and try to do everything themselves without support. Harmony describes how these patterns often stem from scarcity beliefs and difficulty valuing their own time and expertise. Harmony: "They're undercharging, overgiving, not really valuing their time, not having great boundaries around their time." When Misalignment Shows Up in Your Nervous System Misalignment doesn't always appear as obvious burnout at first. Instead, it often shows up through nervous system dysregulation. This can look like: Procrastination Overworking Constant overwhelm Fear of visibility Creative blocks Second-guessing decisions Harmony explains that when entrepreneurs stay in these fight-or-flight states too long, burnout becomes inevitable. Harmony: "Nervous system dysregulation often shows up… operating in fight or flight, freeze, or fawn." The Importance of Doing Your Own Inner Work One of the deeper themes in this episode is that burnout often reveals unresolved inner patterns. Many coaches and healers help others process trauma or emotional blocks, but avoid doing the deeper work themselves. Harmony explains that spiritual growth isn't only about love and light — it also requires shadow work and addressing deeper emotional patterns. Harmony: "We want to be the teacher or the healer, but doing our own deeper work is often the uncomfortable part." Simple Ways to Regulate Your Nervous System When you feel overwhelmed or frozen, the key is learning how to bring your body back into a regulated state. Harmony shares several simple techniques that can help regulate your nervous system in the moment: Slow breathing Lengthening the exhale Humming or singing Gentle movement Pausing to feel emotions in the body These practices bring awareness back to the body and help calm the nervous system. Harmony: "Breath is one of the number one keys for regulating your nervous system and bringing you into the present moment." Creating Boundaries as a Spiritual Entrepreneur Boundaries are essential for building a sustainable business. Harmony emphasizes that one of the most important steps is identifying your priorities and scheduling time for yourself before filling your calendar with obligations. Many entrepreneurs prioritize clients, business tasks, and responsibilities while neglecting their own well-being. Harmony: "Schedule yourself first." Rest Is Not Laziness — It's Productive Another important reminder in this episode is that rest is a crucial part of productivity. Sometimes the most effective solution during overwhelm is simply to pause, step away from work, and allow the body to reset. Harmony shares that even a short break or a 20-minute rest can help restore clarity and energy. Harmony: "Resting is productive." Finding Your Own Path as an Entrepreneur One of the most empowering messages from this conversation is that there is no single "correct" routine for success. Many entrepreneurs try to copy the habits, routines, and productivity systems of others, even when those approaches don't actually support their lifestyle or energy. Harmony encourages entrepreneurs to experiment and find what truly works for them. Harmony: "Find your own path and what really works for you." Growing your business does not require constant hustle, exhaustion, or sacrificing your well-being. By learning to regulate your nervous system, creating supportive boundaries, and building a business aligned with your values, you can scale in a way that feels sustainable and fulfilling.
If you quietly put your prices up tomorrow, what would actually happen? Would clients disappear? Would bookings slow down? Or is that just the story your brain tells you when money comes up? With all the renovating happening here, and me weighing up whether a second bathroom is a smart long-term move, I've been thinking about return on investment. Business isn't that different. We compare. We hesitate. We look sideways at what everyone else is charging. But we don't always stop and work out what makes sense for us.In this episode, I'm unpacking what's really sitting underneath pricing discomfort, and why the feast and famine cycle often comes down to structure, not demand. If money feels a bit wobbly in your practice right now, have a listen. And if you'd like to go further, I'm running a live webinar on March 16 at 1:30pm ACST where we'll walk through the practical side of pricing and appointments. Sign up here: https://www.geraldineheadley.com/strategy1Make sure you're subscribed for the rest of our March money series.Work with Geraldine:www.geraldineheadley.comwww.instagram.com/mentoringwithgeraldine/
“Every artist has a story where they didn't charge enough, the question is whether you let it break you or build you.” - BrandiWho knew we were practically neighbours? In this episode, I sit down with Canadian artist Joshua Harnack (Some of you might know him as the guy who got a storage locker with 6000 paintings in it) from Edmonton, and we get real about what it actually looks like to start an art career.We talk about the scrappy early days — Craigslist jobs, frat houses, popcorn ceilings, and charging $300 for a mural that probably should've cost ten times that. Josh shares how his very first mural in Vancouver (yes… in a University of British Columbia frat house) ended up costing him nearly all the profit in supplies and mistakes — but also opened the door to his next, better-paying commission.We dive into managing commissions wisely (hello boundaries), using inquiry forms instead of chasing every opportunity, and embracing the “feast and famine” rhythm that so many creatives quietly navigate. I also share how I've been bringing art into the hockey rink, because in Alberta, if you can't beat the hockey culture… you pack your art bag and join it.This one is about resilience, humility, learning the hard way, and trusting that even the messy jobs are building something bigger.Two Takeaway Tips1. Build a commission system that protects your creativity.Use inquiry forms. Only take projects when your schedule allows. Not every opportunity deserves a “yes.” Sustainable creativity requires structure.2. Your early mistakes are tuition — not failure.Undercharging, wrong materials, awkward jobs — they're part of the path. The key is to learn fast, adjust, and keep going.
You're doing beautiful hair extension work but still undercharging, and you know it. In this episode, Ashley breaks down the five things that actually allow you to charge premium prices for your hair extension services and get them without hesitation. From your consultation process and brand perception to your in-chair client experience and how you present your pricing, this is not about slapping a higher number on your menu. It's about building a premium hair extension experience that makes price a non-issue. Whether you're stuck at $300 installs or ready to break into four-figure hair extension services, this episode will shift the way you think about pricing forever. This week's challenge: Audit your client experience from inquiry to install and upgrade three things that move you closer to premium. Message me on Instagram @missashleyhair Resources: Become the Highest Paid Hair Extension Pro in Your City: https://richstylist.com Low-Investment, High Impact 90-Day Coaching Program: https://richstylist.com/level-up The #1 Salon Software for Hair Pros: https://hairproappointments.com Curated Daily Content Ideas & Trends for Hair Pros: https://contentcalendarforhairpros.com Shop my Luxury Hair Extension Line: https://destinationhairextensions.com Launch your Own Brand of Hair Extensions: https://richstylist.com/brand-launch Boost Your SEO & Showcase Your Education: https://www.certifiedhairpro.com/ More Clients, Less Posting $27 Mini Course: https://richstylist.com/more-clients
This podcast is powered by Klean Freaks University.com — where real cleaners build real empires. From mop buckets to million-dollar systems, we teach you how to clean smarter, lead stronger, and scale faster.Undercharging isn't a pricing problem—it's a systems and positioning problem. Shannon Miller and Jamie Runco break down why being booked solid doesn't mean profitable, and what it really takes to charge sustainably in a cleaning business.Full show notes see the website: https://kleanfreaksuniversity.com/ Here is the link to apply for the scholarshiphttps://forms.gle/c122YU6oNRG7Tic19 Erica Paynter is the brains behind My Virtual Bookkeeper, a bookkeeping firm for cleaning companies, and the creator of Clean Co. Cash Flow Academy and the Clean Co. Collective. She's on a mission to help cleaning business owners make sense of their numbers without boring them to tears! Erica's all about turning messy books into profit-packed powerhouses. support@myvbk.com Support the showThanks for tuning in to Cleaning Business Life — the podcast for cleaning business owners who want to build a profitable, sustainable company without burning out. Hosted by Shannon Miller and Jamie Runco, each episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to start, grow, and scale a cleaning business — covering pricing, systems, leadership, boundaries, and the real conversations most people avoid.
In this episode of the podcast, Marc shows how to push past resistance to increase your coaching fees and teaches a simple exercise to make it easier to sell your offers at higher amounts! What You'll Hear In This Episode: - The undercharging epidemic: Why the majority of coaches are charging too little … - Coaches and money guilt: How some coaches shame others for wanting to earn well, and treat profitable pricing as "greedy" - The real value of coaching: From saving marriages to extending lives through health coaching, you're not selling air! - Finding your pricing ceiling: Charge as much as you can until it feels off, but don't let fear set the limit too early - Only sell what you love (it's easier that way!) - The big psychological shift that happens when someone actually pays you more … LINKS Book a no-obligation 1:1 strategy call with Marc for your coaching business: http://www.chatwithmarcm.com If you'd like more coaching clients without sending cold messages or spending money on ads, the Natural Born Coach Program is for you. Get the details here! http://www.nbcprogram.com Join The Coaching Jungle Facebook Group! http://www.thecoachingjungle.com Become a Coaching Jungle VIP member which includes special posting perks in the group to reach almost 30,000 potential clients! http://www.myjunglevip.com Grow your business with The Coaching Jungle Mastermind! http://www.coachingjunglemastermind.com If you have a product or service that helps coaches, and you'd like to get it in front of 100,000 of them: http://www.jvwithmarc.com
Most pricing advice says, "Just raise your rates." If it were that simple, you would've done it already. Undercharging isn't the problem; it's the symptom. In this episode, we're digging into why your pricing stopped working and how to fix it without guesswork. Topics discussed in this episode include: Why "just raise your rates" misses the real problem. How undercharging shows up after your business has already changed. The hidden pressure points keeping your pricing stuck. The cost of continuing to undercharge. For detailed show notes and links to everything in this episode, please visit bsfreebusiness.com. If you enjoyed today's episode, please: Leave a positive review or rating at www.ratethispodcast.com/stayingsolo Subscribe for new episodes every Monday. Sign up for email updates at www.bsfreebusiness.com/solo
A packed inbox can still mean you're doing it wrong if you don't have filters that protect your time and your margins. Nick and Tyler break down how to define your ideal client, build real hurdles into your intake, and stop making fear-based decisions that drag your business backwards. Show Notes: 00:00 Intro & surprise dog 01:00 Busy inbox, bad pipeline 07:00 Quality leads vs volume 18:00 Stop chasing random inquiries 27:00 Undercharging for the portfolio 37:00 You're not built for that job yet 49:00 Content strategy = lead strategy 01:02:01 Hurdles that self-qualify 01:12:03 Wrap & IBS event plug Video Version:https://youtu.be/BcgvPu5PzoA Partners: Andersen Windows Harnish Workwear Use code H1025 and get 10% off their H-label gear The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media
There's no standard for pricing coaching offers in the industry. That kind of sucks and it's kind of rad. But you could be leaving serious profit on the table with your current coaching pricing strategy. In this episode, I'm diving into how to price your coaching offers without undercharging or overpricing so you can fill your roster and make more money in 2026. You'll learn: The biggest red flags in coaching pricing Why hourly charging is killing your consistency and client results My exact pricing formula that balances client willingness, market support, and your business model The 6 most common pricing mistakes coaches make When it's actually time to raise your prices (and how you'll know) If you've been nodding along thinking "clients book here and there but never consistently" or wondering why your pricing isn't working, this episode is your wake-up call. Special Announcement: Join me for a FREE live workshop on February 11th at 10 am Arizona time where we'll dive even deeper into pricing your coaching offers to make more money. DM me on Instagram @awalkmyway or email support@amanda-walker.com to get your private invite. Connect with Amanda: Instagram: @awalkmyway (https://www.instagram.com/awalkmyway/) Grab the 10 Powerful Questions: https://www.amanda-walker.com/questions "How To Get Clients" Limited Series: https://www.amanda-walker.com/limitedseries Book a Strategy Call: https://www.amanda-walker.com/letschat
Roger Knecht and Michelle Weinstein discuss how accounting professionals can overcome undercharging, set firm boundaries, and increase revenue. Learn strategies to value your expertise and implement sales processes for a thriving accounting firm. In This Episode: 00:00 Introduction to Michelle Weinstein 01:10 Michelle's Career Journey & Lessons 06:05 The Birth of The Abundant Accountant 09:50 Stop Undercharging and Valuing Services 12:33 Engagement Letters and Scope Creep 17:51 Establishing Boundaries for Your Firm 23:15 Payment Methods and Avoiding Receivables 30:03 Overcoming the Fear of Raising Prices 36:41 Valuing Expertise and Practical Advice 41:13 Key Takeaways and Closing Thoughts Key Takeaways: Define clear boundaries to prevent scope creep and protect your valuable time and knowledge. Implement a structured sales process to properly qualify clients and get paid premium prices. Understand and communicate your worth to confidently raise fees and attract high-value clients. Utilize engagement letters to outline included and excluded services, facilitating future upsell discussions. Shift from hourly billing to recurring or value-based payments to eliminate accounts receivable issues. Featured Quotes: "If you can't sell and you can't enroll, and you can't help people see your value, then what is all of that technical knowledge really worth?" — Michelle Weinstein "We have to eradicate the under-earning and being appreciated disease in this industry." — Michelle Weinstein "Your inventory is what's in your head. It's your most valuable asset and we have to protect that." — Michelle Weinstein Conclusion: Thank you for joining us for another episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with Roger Knecht. For more information on how you can establish your own accounting firm and take control of your time and income, call 435-344-2060 or schedule an appointment to connect with Roger's team here. 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Beginning with the end in mind helps you work ON your business to build a company you can leave so that it can continue to exist in your absence or build wealth as you retire and enjoy the time, freedom, and life you want and deserve. Follow the Turnkey Business plan for accounting professionals. This is the proven process to start and build the premier accounting firm in your area. After more than 40 years we've identified the best practices of successful accountants and this is a presentation we are happy to share. Also learn the best practices to automate and nurture your lead generation process allowing you to get the bookkeeping, accounting and tax clients you deserve. GO HERE to see this presentation and learn what you can do today to identify and engage with your ideal clients. Check it out and see what you can do to be in business for yourself but not by yourself with Universal Accounting Center. It's here you can become a: Professional Bookkeeper, PB Professional Tax Preparer, PTP Profit & Growth Expert, PGE Next, join a group of like-minded professionals within the accounting community. Register to attend GrowCon and Stay up-to-date on current topics and trends and see what you can do to also give back, participating in relevant conversations as they relate to offering quality accounting services and building your bookkeeping, accounting & tax business. The Accounting & Bookkeeping Tips Facebook Group The Universal Accounting Fanpage Topical Newsletters: Universal Accounting Success The Universal Newsletter Lastly, get your Business Score to see what you can do to work ON your business and have the Premier Accounting Firm. Join over 70,000 business owners and get your score on the 8 Factors That Drive Your Company's Value. For Additional FREE Resources for accounting professionals check out this collection HERE! 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What happens when you know your value—but say a lower number anyway? In this episode of My Favorite Mistake, Mark Graban is joined by Amy Rasdal, founder of Billable at the Beach and author of Land a Consulting Project Now. Amy shares her favorite mistake from the early days of consulting: undercharging for her work because of fear, even when she knew she was worth more. Amy explains how that moment became a “gateway mistake,” leading her to better understand pricing, confidence, and the hidden beliefs that hold many accomplished professionals back. The conversation explores why undercharging is so common, how fear shows up in pricing conversations, and why selling out your time at a discount can quietly limit long-term success. This episode is especially relevant for consultants, freelancers, and professionals considering a move from corporate life into independent work.
Send us a textHave you ever looked at your prices, your content, or an opportunity and thought, “Who am I to charge that?”That quiet “not enough” voice doesn't sound dramatic — it sounds responsible. But it's often the very thing keeping mom entrepreneurs underpaid, overdelivering, and stuck in hesitation.In this solo episode, Angela breaks down how self-doubt shows up in subtle ways, why it's so common for moms in business, and how it quietly impacts your income. You'll learn how to build awareness around that inner narrative, reframe it in real time, and take one confidence-building action that actually moves the needle.This episode is especially for you if you know you offer real value… but still feel hesitant to charge more, show up boldly, or fully trust yourself.In this episode, you'll learn:Why the “not enough” voice feels responsible but costs you moneyHow self-doubt shows up as undercharging, overdelivering, and waiting to feel “ready”A simple way to reframe fear without trying to eliminate itHow to build self-trust through small, courageous actionsOne confidence action you can take today to interrupt the patternYou don't need to be more qualified. You don't need to fix yourself. You just need to stop letting fear make the decisions in your business.
What happens when you stop playing small and truly own your worth–especially when it comes to money? In one of our most-downloaded episodes, I sit down with best-selling author and money mindset mentor Denise Duffield-Thomas to unpack the mindset shifts that help women charge premium prices, release money fear, and step into first-class lives. Together, we dive into why so many property managers undercharge despite delivering incredible value, the unconscious blocks that keep them stuck in hustle mode, and the simple, actionable shifts that can change not just your income, but the clients and life you attract.Listen to the full episode:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4sFKGXX2YyPuXPJNXVDGOi?si=18aa7583a64d4d9fApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-property-management-podcast-with-that-property-mum/id1614099639Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thatpropertymumConnect With Denise Duffield-Thomas:www.denisedt.comInstagram: @denisedtFacebook: @denisedt
Why is it important for attorneys to know if they are undercharging for their services? Attorneys need to be aware of whether they are undercharging to ensure they are not undervaluing their expertise and losing potential business. It is crucial for them to understand their pricing strategy to maintain profitability and attract the right clients. Being aware of the signs that suggest their hourly rate may be too low can help attorneys make informed decisions about their pricing structure. What is the significance of a high conversion rate in consultations to actual clients? A high conversion rate, such as more than 80%, can indicate that an attorney’s hourly rate might be too low. While converting consultations into clients is generally positive, an excessively high conversion rate could signal that the attorney’s prices are significantly lower than their competitors, leading to clients choosing them solely based on price rather than quality of service. How can being buried with work indicate that an attorney’s hourly rate is too low? Being overwhelmed with work may appear positive on the surface, but it could also suggest that an attorney’s hourly rate is too low. If clients continually return for services at the same rate, it might indicate that the attorney is not charging adequately for their expertise. This scenario could point to the need for a rate increase to reflect the value of the services provided. Why are referrals from colleagues to clients who can’t afford an attorney’s rates a sign of undercharging? Referrals from colleagues to clients who cannot afford an attorney’s rates may be a result of the attorney’s reputation for offering low-rate services. This reputation can lead to a cycle of receiving clients who are unable to pay the attorney’s fees, indicating that the attorney may need to reevaluate their pricing strategy. Elevating their reputation and adjusting their rates can help attract clients who value their services appropriately.
Still undercharging for your coaching and struggling to get fully booked?You're great at what you do — maybe even exceptional — but your income doesn't reflect it. In this episode, I'm sharing the exact moment things clicked in my business and what finally helped me go from charging $300/month retainers to creating one transformational offer that consistently sells. If you've been stuck spinning your wheels and know you're meant for more, this is the shift you need to make.You'll learn:the internal and strategic shift that created consistent client results and consistent income why one signature offer beats scattered services every timehow creating a repeatable process instantly boosted my confidence on social media and sales callsTune in now to find out the one shift that changed everything — and how you can use it to book out your own six-figure coaching business.For Black Friday you are claiming your direction for 2026. What will the new year bring you? 2026 is the year you...Hit Six Figures Find Your PurposeStart Your BusinessGo.All.In. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit spirituallyambitious.substack.com/subscribe
Are you secretly undercharging for your handmade products or terrified to raise your prices in case sales dry up?In this episode, Steph gets real about why so many makers struggle to charge what they're worth.You'll learn how self-esteem and pricing are deeply connected, why handmade buyers want to pay more, and how undercharging keeps you stuck in burnout mode.Steph shares real coaching insights, simple mindset shifts, and practical next steps to help you price with confidence (and stop apologising for your worth).If you've ever thought, “I can't charge that much,” this episode will help you see your products, and yourself, in a completely new light.✨ Tune in, take notes, and get ready to charge your worth without the guilt. Insta CTA✨ Join Fix Your Socials Week – 1st to 5th December! If your socials feel flat, quiet, or like you're shouting into the void, come join my FREE 5-day challenge. From 1–5 December we'll fix your content, boost your visibility, and get your confidence back - in simple steps you can actually stick to. You'll learn what to post, how to get seen again, and how to turn followers into real customers… without spending hours online. Sign up free at handmadebosses.com/fixyoursocialsFive days. Simple steps. Big results.
In this episode, I break down exactly why healers struggle with financial stability and what you need to do to fix it. Spoiler: it's not about your gifts. It's about your identity, your embodiment, your energy, and your business foundations.
Send us a textYou've probably been told to start low ticket because it's easier to sell. But what if that belief is the very thing keeping you overworked and underpaid?In this episode, I talk about the truth behind the low ticket trap and why so many women keep themselves small trying to be “accessible.” I'll show you how to shift your pricing, your energy, and your beliefs so your business finally supports you.You'll learn:The simple math that shows why low ticket keeps you stuck.How the belief “I am not enough” fuels burnout and hustle.How to price and sell from feminine alignment so you attract clients who value your work. If you are want to work with a business coach who will support you to grow your business in a way that honours your energy, dissolving the limits that are keeping you stuck, and play to your highest level, I'm your girl.Email me the word MINDSHIFT to apply to work with me.
How does a fee-only firm grow without losing its purpose? In this episode, we talk with Sean Gillespie, president of Redeployment Wealth Strategies, about the lessons behind raising fees, building the right team, and serving military families with care and consistency.Sean explains why their first-year planning fee reflects the real work of sorting through insurance, TSP choices, and transition planning, and how they keep ongoing service affordable for younger service members.One story sums it up well: a client calls mid-PCS, asking if they can buy a beach house near family. Within a minute, Sean knows the answer and the funding source. That's the value of clear planning—fast decisions, managed risks, and confidence in the next step.We also discuss why “hire us for returns” is a losing pitch, how RWS uses a passive, factor-based approach, and what it takes to hire and train through SkillBridge. Sean shares how their firm grew by focusing on character over titles and why their biggest competitor isn't another advisor—it's Google.Finally, he explains how they simplified compliance by co-founding Apforia, an SEC-registered umbrella that helps independent firms keep their brand while easing regulatory headaches.If you care about fair pricing, meaningful planning, and building a business that lasts, this conversation is full of practical lessons you can use.Episode #44 with Sean:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1943910/episodes/12637266Website: https://www.redeploymentwealth.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-gillespie-1801316/
Building a wedding business isn't a straight line. There are seasons of excitement, seasons of burnout, and moments where you wonder if starting over means you've failed. The truth is, every step, even the hard ones, can set you up for growth if you choose to keep going.In this episode, we sit down with Mark Keysor to talk about what it really looks like to rebuild from the ground up. From undercharging and losing confidence to rebranding, raising prices, and finally booking clients with ease, his story is proof that resilience pays off.If you've ever felt stuck, uncertain, or tempted to play small, this conversation will remind you what's possible when you commit to your vision.It's not about waiting for the stars to align. It's not about holding yourself back or questioning whether you're enough. The moment you choose to move forward is the moment everything begins to shift.Your business can grow, your brand can transform, and your best years are still ahead.00:00 – 05:00 | Podcast Intro, Updates, and Announcements05:00 – 12:00 | Meet Mark Keysor: Burnout, Restart, and Fresh Direction12:00 – 18:00 | Early Career, Undercharging, and Lessons from the Past18:00 – 24:00 | Pivot to Courses, Life Changes, and Realignment24:00 – 32:00 | Rebuilding in Texas, Scrappiness, and Mastermind Growth32:00 – 42:30 | Rebrand, New Bookings, and Renewed ConfidenceSave your seat for Your Most Profitable Year Yet: https://thelevelupco.com/workshop The next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in October 2025! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 8 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind
If you're doing “everything right” but still stuck financially, you're probably making one (or more) of these 7 money mistakes entrepreneurs and coaches make. In this episode, I'll show you how to stop trading time for money, price your coaching with confidence, pay yourself first (profit first style), and use smart debt to grow—so you make more, keep more, and build wealth.What you'll learn (and fix today):
Meet Iddo Tal – a coach who went from struggling to enroll clients to consistently signing $5K+ premium clients with confidence. Look, I get it. You're probably grinding it out for pennies on the dollar while watching other coaches land those big-ticket clients. Iddo was EXACTLY where you are right now. Undercharging. Overdelivering. Hustling his ass off just to scrape together enough clients to pay the bills. But then something clicked. Iddo made ONE simple shift that changed his entire business overnight. He stopped playing small. He packaged his expertise into a high-ticket program. And he started charging what he was actually worth - $5K+ per client. The result? Everything transformed. His confidence skyrocketed. His clients started getting BETTER results. And his business finally became predictable and profitable. In this raw, unfiltered 34-minute conversation, Iddo pulls back the curtain on EXACTLY how he did it: ✅ The mindset breakthrough that shattered his scarcity thinking forever ✅ Why charging premium prices actually made his clients MORE successful ✅ How he conquered the fear and self-doubt that was keeping him stuck ✅ The exact system he uses to attract dream clients on autopilot ✅ His no-BS advice for coaches still trapped in the "time-for-dollars" hamster wheel If you've been telling yourself that high-ticket coaching "isn't for you" or that your clients "can't afford it," Iddo's story is going to destroy every limiting belief you have. This is proof of what happens when you stop playing it safe and start building the business you actually deserve. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Meet Iddo Tal 03:45 - The struggle before high-ticket coaching 09:20 - The breakthrough moment that changed everything 15:30 - Building a transformational $5K+ program 22:40 - How Iddo consistently attracts dream clients 30:00 - Iddo's advice for coaches still stuck in low-ticket Learn more about Iddo's program here: https://raisetheround.com/ Follow Russ Ruffino on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russruffino Ready to scale your own expertise? Let my team help you build a client-getting machine. Book your call here: www.clientsondemand.com/apply Disclaimer: The client results featured are extraordinary and not guaranteed. Success requires dedication, a valuable skill set, and consistent effort. This content is educational only. #HighTicketCoaching #CoachingBusiness #ClientSuccess #ClientsOnDemand