Business Growth Lab

Partnerships are a great growth strategy.  But to have success, you’ll need to know and understand the people behind the business.Most people fail to realize that the best way to generate long-lasting business connections is by strengthening human-to-human relationships. This is about giving value to all parties involved rather than only discussing sales and money.In this episode, Samantha chats with David Guest, an award-winning business coach, keynote presenter, and the founder of Outcomes Business Group. David shares tips on how to grow a million-dollar business with strategic partnerships.For David and his team, creating a systemized process of generating leads and taking clients on a unique journey is the stepping stone to building a labyrinth of referral partners. David understands the power of word of mouth and referral systems in launching potential business engagement.However, the million-dollar question is “how do we get people to refer us business?” If you want to know the answer, let’s dive in.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:David's journey of opening his own business (02:40)Growing your business through strategic partnerships (10:31)The benefits of trading within networks (16:07)How to create a win-win formula to maximize referrals (17:59)The Love Triangle and how it’s used to protect business relationships (19:35)How do we get people to refer us business? (23:22)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/348/

In this episode, we continue our conversation on how to 10X your business. One of the things needed in order to scale your business is to be clear on which business model will work best for you.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Different business models (00:55)When you don’t have clarity on your business (3:07)If you’re confident about your product, you will attract clients (04:10)Tips to help you get clarity (05:13)How do you want to be working? (08:16)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/347/

To say that the past two years have been a roller coaster ride is an understatement. This has put a strain on us as in both our personal and professional lives.  And especially as leaders.The world has gone through some major economic, social, and cultural challenges, and this has resulted in some people feeling isolated and confused.In this episode, Samantha speaks with her good friend, Kiri-Maree Moore, who is a Global Advisor who is very passionate about life and leadership.Kiri-Maree believes that leaders should look for new approaches to better handle the issues that the world is dealing with right now. She also shares the importance of individuals coming together as a collective to create sustainable changes.Kiri-Maree inspires people to move towards a sustainable goal that may lead to uncomfortable yet necessary conversations that will generate the change we want to see in this generation and beyond.If you want a deep, value-filled and equally entertaining episode, join Samantha and Kiri-Maree as they talk about the realities of life and leadership.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:The biggest lessons from 2021 (02:20)The importance of knowing one’s own priorities (07:55)How isolation affects businesses and how to deal with it (16:18)How can we add value to humanity’s table (27:47) Definition & differences of Valid Pathway and Velocity Pathway (33:45)What are Kiri-Maree’s grand plans for 2022? (44:08)Why we need to have distinctions at the decision table (48:45)The value of being clear on what are we giving voice to (1:04:22)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/346/

Have you ever dreamed of 10x’ing your business? Do you think it’s even possible? The short answer is yes, but this needs to be backed up with a lot of thinking, processes and possibly approaching your business with a different mindset.  In this episode, Samantha and Tim discuss 4 strategies that business owners can use to 10x their business in 2022. The beginning of the year is probably the best time to think about what needs to be done to achieve your business goals.If you want to 10x your business, you have to start evaluating the changes that need to be implemented for your product offering and in the business operations. This mindset shift will give you clarity and bring you closer to your vision.Knowing what needs to be worked on will direct you to the right path, see the bigger picture and analyze bottlenecks in your business. Furthermore, this leads to gaining the confidence needed as the CEO of your business so you are fully capable of delivering 10x the results.If you want to learn valuable information that can put you on the path of 10x’ing your business this year, this episode is for you.  WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Why you need to know the proper approach to 10x the business (02:49)The value of having the right mindset to 10x your business (04:32)Think of yourself as the CEO of your business (06:59)Tim's business strategy for his team in 2022 (10:25)Advantage of having simplified systems (12:40)The significance of staying in your zone of genius (15:18)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/345/

Have you ever thought about something you've always wanted but never thought you'd be able to get? Yet, you became firm and persistent, believing that nothing can stop you from getting it?In this crazy world of business and entrepreneurship, there will always be setbacks that have us believing that success is far from our reach. Being relentless and tenacious are the traits that we must have to resolve these setbacks in a beautiful way.In this episode, Samantha talks with Natasha Miller, CEO of Entire Productions about how being relentless and tenacious helped her build a multi-million dollar business and make it to the Inc 5000 list of the fastest growing companies in America for three years in a row.Natahsa shares the biggest takeaways that coaches and consultants can use to standout in their niche. And how visibility and impact can give you more access to opportunities in the market.Are you ready to step up to a new level?  Let’s dive in.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Natasha’s key to success (01:58)Necessity versus the internal drive (03:09)The good marketing prowess (06:07)Biggest learnings from growing a multi-million dollar business (08:44)Figuring out the right profit margin (11:16)The Human Capital (14:45)Balance between finding the best person vs. hiring on a budget (17:44)The relentless journey to Inc 5000 list  (19:17)Relentless, a homeless teen to the entrepreneur dream (24:59)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/344/

Podcasting is a great way to share your expertise, and have your message heard by more people. It allows you to connect not only with your ideal clients.  But did you also realise that you can use it to connect with people you thought were out of reach?Although there are many platforms that can showcase your business, podcasting can give you a unique edge for growing your business.In this episode, Samantha chats with her husband Leon Flitton, the expert she turns to with all her podcasting questions. In this episode they share four podcasting strategies you can implement to help grow your business.Podcasting allows business owners to establish authority in their industry, build a relationship with their target audience and connect with potential partners that can advance their business reach. With the right strategies, podcasting can help build a network with CEOs and high-level executives without going through the strict process of scheduling an interview. It acts as your leverage.The connection possibilities are endless with podcasting as you can reach different people all around the world. If you’re considering starting a podcast, this episode may be your sign to do so. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Using podcasting to position your authority (02:43)The importance of growing a listener base (04:19)The huge potential for podcasts in 2022 (05:57)Building a relationship with your ideal client (07:10)How to connect with potential collaboration partners (08:23)How you can bypass the gatekeepers (09:21)Leon's advice for people who want to start a podcast (14:15)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/343/

If you had more money, how many more people could you help? What kind of impact would you be able to give to yourself and others? Most people settle knowing that they don’t need much money to live a comfortable life.  This limiting belief restricts us from realizing our true potential and enjoying the kind of life we could be living. We find it hard to believe that having abundance is actually easy and natural.  If you could make more money to help more people, would you?  In this episode, Samantha chats with Daniel Mangena, a life and business transformation coach. Daniel speaks about his passion, helping people generate abundance in business and life.Abundance is not one-dimensional, it is holistic and should be addressed in all areas of your life. True abundance means having a balance between financial wealth, health, and relationships with others.Every individual should have a personal measure of balance in abundance, but this is difficult when we constantly compare ourselves to others around us. There is no cookie-cutter formula to achieving abundance, it’s an individualized experience.Are you ready to have abundance in all aspects of your life?  Let’s dive in.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Daniel's journey on finding his calling and purpose (02:35)Why abundance equates to having freedom in life (05:12)The importance of having a balance of abundance in all areas of life (07:27)How you can find your personal balance (09:02)The difference between working from a place of lack vs working from a place of joy and abundance (11:08)How human design influences Daniel's way of life (14:30)The Money DNA - how it helps direct energy to be more productive (20:13)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/342/

All businesses have interesting origin stories to share. Some of which became so legendary that customers have been attracted to the brand upon hearing where they started from.In this episode, Samantha speaks with Gair Maxwell, a leading business strategist, keynote speaker, and author. Their conversation is centred on how leaders can build irresistible brands.Gair states that to make brands enticing to customers, business owners must know how to become legendary. It begins with having an origin story that is both unique and authentic to the brand.This origin story doesn’t have to be a depressing one filled with trauma and tragedy. It needs to be a genuine story told in a legendary way to highlight business differentiation and grab attention across the market.When brands share irresistible stories, they create a distinction from the competition, and they become relevant in the consumer world. Entrepreneurs also establish connections that position them to do business with more customers. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Gair's career origin story (02:17)What generates differentiation and why it’s important in business? (03:45)How to influence buyer behavior (07:38)The best way to create origin stories (08:40)The Mona Lisa Effect - How to adapt it to your branding (14:18)How to create irresistible stories (25:08)The importance of having values in your business set-up (33:38)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/341/

Getting new leads is something most business owners struggle with. It becomes a bigger concern when leads are not converting into sales.In this episode, Samantha chats with Todd Brown, an expert on profitable customer acquisition campaigns. Together, they discuss the framework that Todd uses to acquire new buyers every day, consistently.Todd shares the process of bringing in leads starts with communicating the right message. When clients want to do business with you, they want to go deeper on what benefits you can give, the pain points you will alleviate, or the problems you can fix.Business owners can relay the right message by highlighting their differentiation points from competitors, having an in-depth understanding of their unique selling proposition, and being clear on their unique mechanism.These three serve as a structured foundation for educating prospects on why your product or service surpasses the competition. When you educate your audience about what they’ll gain from you, you pave the way for your business to generate more leads in a consistent and effective manner.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Todd's journey into the world of direct response marketing (01:43)The difference between marketing and selling (06:50)The distinction of advertising and marketing (08:48)Meaningful points of differentiation and its significance in business (09:25)What are Unique Selling Propositions (USP)? (11:13)Why you need to get clear on your unique mechanism (13:05)How marketing dynamics are changed by choosing to niche (18:33)Todd's framework for acquiring clients every day (23:17)Why marketing messages should not be changed subjectively (26:43)The advantages of direct response marketing (27:50)Getting new leads daily (32:57)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/340/

As business owners, we can't allow ourselves to get run down and stressed. No good comes from that, and it's not great for our clients, our health or our wellbeing. It’s absolutely essential to be taking time out from business and switching off.Switching off from work is important, but it can be difficult over the Christmas period and being able to spend time with family can be challenging when there are so many other things to be done.However, it is necessary to take some time out and rejuvenate and prepare for the coming year ahead.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:What can you do to take your business to the next level? (01:11)How taking time out affects your company (02:28)What defines you as a successful entrepreneur? (03:40)Some tips for those who have a hard time shutting down (04:16)Entrepreneurs, like everyone else, need time to recharge their batteries. (05:29)Home office: Being your new workplace (07:17)Fact: You started a business in order to live the life you wanted (08:26)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/339/

Most people venture into business because they want to enjoy the freedom and luxury of living the lifestyle they desire.  To have control of where and when they work.  However, it’s difficult to live your inspired life when business becomes too demanding and having a balanced life seems hopeless.In this episode, Samantha speaks with Jay Harris, life strategist, lifestyle entrepreneur, and coach. Jay believes that the key to living an inspired life is by having control over one’s schedule and calendar.It’s important to give personal life the same amount of focus and dedication we give our business matters. Jay’s calendar is not only filled with business meetings, but also an agenda with his family and his love for surfing.It’s critical to recognize what works for you individually. We are all unique and are fuelled by different motivators and inspiration to live an amazing life. For Jay, his human design influences him to make conscious life decisions that generate balance, so he doesn’t burn out.  If you want to know more about how you can maximize your schedule and live an inspired personal and business life, let’s dive in.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Jay's journey into coaching (02:22)The transition of moving out of his family’s business (07:12)How Jay shifted to opening his own business (09:07)What the initial phase of business looks like (12:58)The value of having control over your personal schedule (15:12)Why we need to understand what works for us (20:20)How Jay handles the burnout phase (21:22)Client profiles that Jay works with (24:40)The 2022 Inspired Life Planner (27:51)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/338/

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Creating a high-ticket offer to grow your business is an individual experience. Business owners should know how much time they have and how much they want to make to design the right offers.In this episode, Samantha chats with Merel Kriegsman, who has been helping entrepreneurs to have the right money mindset and be confident in their pricing and high-ticket offers.Merel believes that all business owners should aim for cash flow positivity. To do this, they need to go through the taxing process of setting a monthly revenue goal that is aligned with both business and personal lifestyles. Additionally, Merel mentions the importance of building custom-made offers. As business owners, we need to make sure that we are always offering value to our customers and not wasting their time. If you’re reflecting on giving high-ticket offers to clients, this episode is for you.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Merel's life story (02:20)The transition phase to becoming a business owner (04:15) Her advice for entrepreneurs who are in the transition stage (08:12)How to build a network that consists of the right people (12:35)The importance of seeing a business through the client’s eyes (18:12)High-ticket pricing - what is it and how can it be done (22:55)What does wealth mean to Merel? (32:11)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/336/

In this episode, Samantha shares the interesting details of her human design journey so far. Not everyone may know this, but she’s been utilizing various spiritual modalities in her business since 2010. These holistic practices involve the use of crystals, tarot cards, alignment of the planets, and other spiritual modalities. But she was not solely dependent on them, they only served as minimal guides to how she runs her business. She was still heavily reliant on her systems and frameworks.Samantha was introduced to the concept of human design about 9 years ago, but it was at the beginning of 2020 that she started experimenting with her human design.Through her own experience with human design, she started to understand how to incorporate it into her business. Samantha’s venture with human design has helped her business flow more easily, and now she’s helping her clients do the same.If you want to know more about the changes that have happened and the future plans for her business with the integration of human design, listen to this short but value-filled episode.In this episode you’ll discover:Holistic modalities that Samantha uses in business (01:23)Her introduction to human design (03:12)The changes in her business since using human design (05:47)What she dislikes about how other people view human design (06:43)The benefits of human design to her clients (08:03)Future business plans with the integration of human design (09:15)​​SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW THE INFLUENCE BY DESIGN PODCAST Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Influence By Design podcast. If the information in any of our conversations and interviews has helped you in your business journey, please head over to Apple Podcasts, click the 3 dots in the top right corner of your smartphone screen, follow the show, and leave us an honest review. Your reviews and feedback will not only help us continue to deliver valuable content, but will also help us reach even more amazing entrepreneurs just like you!For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/335/SHOW SPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Your Podcast Concierge.  Affordable podcast production for coaches and speakers who want to increase their authority and generate leads from their show.  You press record, and let them do the rest.

It’s easy to get swayed by the social pressures on how we should be living our lives and this is the reason why so many people find it difficult to be really happy. Whilst our paths to finding joy are not all the same, it all starts with each of us making the conscious choices that will move us towards happiness. In this episode, Samantha speaks with Carla Maree Simpson, a renowned happiness expert. Carla believes that happiness is never an end result, it’s something that we can consciously work on during each moment.Carla’s distinct life experiences have helped her realize that happiness is never guaranteed. However, when a person is given the right tools they can become more than capable of creating their own happiness. The path to finding true happiness may be challenging, but Carla Maree can walk you through the process, let’s dive in.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Carla's journey to finding authentic happiness (03:45)The realizations that made her evaluate her life (08:40)Why we need to have conscious choices to experience happiness (10:18)How to break habits and have conscious choices in daily life (14:10)The Gratitude Practice (21:55)The conscious changes Carla made in her business (28:21)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/334/

The year 2021 is coming to a close, but it’s not the time to check out.  It’s the time when you should be planning for 2022. However, some entrepreneurs don’t even try to strategize their business for the coming year, they just wing it.In this episode, Samantha and Tim talk about the importance of generating a business plan before you start the next year. For your plan to be truly effective, you need to begin by looking back and reflecting on the year you’ve had.It’s essential to look at the business data and recognize what went well, what needs to change, and what you can continue with for the following year. By knowing this information, you are able to carefully plan your business strategies.We also talk about setting a theme for the coming year. Having a theme in place makes it easier to categorize every decision or change. You will be able to determine if your actions are aligned with your theme and company’s goals.Have you laid out your business plans for next year? If not, listen in as Samantha and Tim chat about how they plan in their respective businesses. In this episode you’ll discover:Why we need to reflect on the year that we've had (02:55)Sam and Tim's theme for 2022 (05:12)The 9 key areas of focus when business planning (08:37)The significance of setting revenue targets (09:00)Product offering and pricing (11:00)Marketing and lead generation (13:05)Leverage and growth opportunities (15:11)Why it’s important to have a support team (16:20)Why business owners need to be in touch with operations (17:57)The value of having the right mindset (18:45)The need to establish 2022 priorities (20:10)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/333

Business is not only about making profits, but also creating an impact. As entrepreneurs, we must learn to balance our unique gifts to make a profit - we need to be creating impact AND profit.In this episode, Samantha chats with Chris Wise, the leading authority on the newest intelligence paradigm, the Love Quotient (LQ). For Chris, it’s important for business owners to be kind and compassionate towards themselves.Chris used to be very driven by wanting to have a lot of accomplishments. He was experiencing all kinds of wins, and he thought he was in control of his own life. But the reality was, he was being controlled by his dreams and desires. With his personal development and spiritual work, Chris was able to produce a unique approach to attaining success. It starts with learning to deeply love yourself. Business owners who know how to truly love themselves enable them to deal with emotions and execute good business principles. It also helps them get to a point where there is no need for perfectionism or too much control.If you’re an entrepreneur wanting to know more about how you can balance creating an impact and making a profit while still being kind to yourself, tune in to this episode.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Chris' journey into entrepreneurship (03:08)Why having balance makes a business successful (07:07)The importance of self-love (09:30)How to use the Love Quotient to achieve your desires (11:40)Impostor Syndrome - why it’s detrimental to your self-worth (13:12)The tactical and internal approach to scaling business (22:28) Love Quotient and the effect on team management (24:55)Love affirmations for personal and business settings (26:58)The Impact and Profit Index (31:39)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/332

One of the perks of being a business owner is living the kind of lifestyle you’ve always wanted. However, for many people there are instances when the business becomes too much to handle and work-life balance can feel out of reach.  Today we’re going to talk about how to create a business that can run without you.In this episode, Samantha and Tim share how they run their businesses without dealing with the smaller details and micromanaging staff. The biggest lesson they have learned is to have excellent systems and procedures in place.Entrepreneurs with the freedom to have a business that can completely run without them, are the ones who have executed solid planning for their company.  They understand the importance of building a team, and integrating time-saving technology to create a well-oiled machine.If you’re a business owner yearning to take a break, but afraid that your business will collapse without you, this episode is for you.In this episode you’ll discover:It’s the business owners’ privilege to have choice (02:57)The importance of having goals when running a business (03:32)The Cashflow Quadrant (05:11)Walking away from the business - what it means and what it doesn't (09:33)The ‘on vs in’ mentality when managing your business (12:40)What does having great systems and procedures really mean? (13:30)Why business owners don’t need to create the systems themselves (17:50)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/331

You’re already familiar with regular podcasts. They’re readily available, and podcast owners have no control over who gets access to their show - they’re available to everyone. But now content creators are slowly discovering the power of private audio feeds.In this episode, Samantha is joined by Nora Sudduth, Co-founder of Hello Audio. It’s a platform that helps content creators upload private and public feeds for listeners to access, download, and stream on any podcast player.Nora shares her insights about using private audio feeds, and how you can use them in your business. With private audio feeds, coaches and course creators can create audio companions for the programs they offer. While business owners can use this to enhance communication. They can send out sales, marketing, and onboarding messages effectively and safely to employees. The possibilities with private audio feeds are endless, yet this is an area that most content creators don't know exists. Learn how private audio feeds can help scale up your brand or business!WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Private audio feed vs a normal podcast (02:08) The power of audio in business (04:27)The endless possibilities of using a private audio feed (07:51)Benefits of listening to true experts via private audio (11:57)How can people find private audio feeds? (13:47)Advantages of using private audio in the corporate space (15:35) For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/330

As coaches, we do what we do because we want to create a positive impact in the world.  To show up and create the biggest impact possible, it’s important to consider how we are building our platform, as the bigger the platform, the more influence we have.  We’re discussing the foundations of influence.In the first episode of Influence By Design, Samantha and Tim discuss the topic of influence, its pillars and why it’s important. Although influence is defined as the ability to change the thinking and behaviour of others, we sometimes don’t realise, or forget, that influence can also be a two-way process. Samantha and Tim discuss how the energetic exchange of our behaviours can greatly affect the people around us and influence not just others, but also our business and personal lives. The first step to influencing others is to look inwards. Influence begins with yourself and knowing your true purpose.  We need to have an awareness of how we are leading ourselves and how we impact the people around us. When you know your real purpose in life, it opens up opportunities to help you create a positive influence on other people.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:What exactly is influence? (03:30)Self-leadership as the foundation of influence (03:55)Why influence is a two-way exchange (05:08)The importance of having accountability when influencing others (07:09)How far can your influence go? (10:40)The front stage and backstage analogy in business (12:20)Where does influence begin? (14:05)QUOTES:“There comes a point where you want to be changing the fortunes of your family, yourself and your community.  The foundation of that is understanding what influence actually is.” - Tim Hyde  “How we lead ourselves and how we interact with others is the foundation of influence.” -Tim Hyde“Get clear on your values and dreams, and what is important to you.  Then share that.” - Samantha RileyCONNECT WITH SAMANTHA RILEYSamanthaRiley.globalConnect with me on Instagram and FacebookConnect with me on LinkedInCONNECT WITH TIM HYDEwinmoreclients.com.au Connect with Tim on LinkedInConnect with Tim on FacebookFor full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/329

We’ve had a lot of good times with the Thought Leaders Business Lab, and we may have reached our final episode…So in this episode, Samantha shares the conversation with the two people who have spent the most time with her on the show; Tim Hyde, Sam’s Thursday co-host, and Leon Flitton, her partner in business and life. They talk about all things business, podcasting, and the much-awaited announcement of the show. Like many people, Sam has spent a lot of time reflecting and realigning during the pandemic. She deep-dived into Human Design and discovered the golden thread that filled the final gap in her business. She uses this tool to help her clients discover why they are here, how to tap into their zone of genius, and who they are at their core.The rebrand of this podcast showcases Sam’s growing passion and commitment to aligning people with their purpose.  We normally say, “every ending is a new beginning,” and we can’t contain the excitement of sharing incredible things on our upcoming episodes with Influence By Design.  WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:What do the team love about podcasting? (02:47)The reason behind Leon starting his own business (04:29)The “behind the scenes” of Thought Leaders Business Lab (07:33)The importance of meaningful connections (10:35)The team shares their favourite Thought Leaders Business Lab episodes (14:10)The impact of 2021 in their business and personal growth (25:20)Discovering true purpose through Human Design (37:25)Why is the show rebranding? (39:35)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/328/

Implementing new systems, procedures, or changes in a business can be really challenging. We easily get stuck in perfection and miss the opportunity to move forward. Today, we want you to get over the fear of the perfection trap and getting things wrong and instead, lean into trying new things.In this episode we talk about the perfection trap and the areas where we see business owners get paralyzed. Entrepreneurs face this real fear of making a mistake, but what if you could start from where you are now, and keep evolving?Understanding that things do not have to be perfect and that we can evolve and refine everyday will make it easier.  Because if you don’t start, you’re missing an opportunity.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:What is the Perfection Trap? (02:13) What does agility in your business look like? (03:29)The decision paralysis (04:58)The symptoms of getting caught in fear and self-sabotage (06:32)The three key areas to be aware so you’re less likely to get stuck long term (07:31)Ready, Fire, Aim (08:46)Understanding WHO you need to bring in to help (11:34)The Pareto Principle (12:24)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/327

When we hear prosperity and abundance, we feel excited to tap into it. As speakers, coaches, and entrepreneurs, we want to be successful in business. But, what if we could be even more successful than we imagine? In this episode, Samantha chats with Emma Purcell, who helps people to consciously create their life from the core of who they are here to be, and discover the key to their prosperity.If you want to dive deeper on who you are and find your genius, this episode is for you.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Emma’s Introduction to the Gene Keys (01:26)Unpacking your Genetic Blueprint and how it applies to business growth(06:16)Finding your genius (08:02)The Three Vibratory Frequencies (12:56)How to start stepping into your genius (18:48)The Three Sequences (24:04) The Three Expressions (28:32)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/325/

As speakers, coaches and podcasters, many of us have a hard time clearly articulating our message and having that message clearly understood. Thoughts come flying into our heads, and we suddenly don’t know what to talk about, or how to explain something succinctly. In this episode, Samantha chats with Lewis Chaney who mentors speakers about getting to the damn point. Lewis believes that effective communication starts with talking about something that will grab your listener’s attention and keep them engaged.The fact that Lewis is an esteemed TEDx alumnus does not mean he doesn’t get jitters the moment he steps on the stage. He takes command by rehearsing, researching, and telling stories that connect with his audience. Furthermore, he acknowledges the value of humor in creating more engagement.If you are a speaker who wants to become a better communicator, this episode is for you.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Lewis' venture to becoming a speaker (03:05) How to filter down topics (04:49)The recommended length for every speech (06:47)The key to getting on point (08:20)Lewis' advice for speakers (13:15)Slide Decks and PowerPoint Presentations - yay or nay? (15:55)The power of images (21:15)Adding humor in public speaking (22:38) How to have confidence when sharing new ideas (25:53)The one thing that Lewis wants speakers to know (29:37) For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/325/

Does creating the one page marketing plan in three days or less sound appealing to you? We know you really want to have your plan sorted in a flash, and whilst it may sound difficult, it is absolutely possible.In this episode, Samantha is joined by Mostafa Hosseini. He helps coaches, consultants and experts formulate their one-page marketing plan in three days or less. He implements the 6-step process to ensure that business owners are aware of their objectives. And as Mostafa explains, it all starts with being clear with your goal. Upto 90% of businesses fail because they don’t know what they are trying to build, or how they are going to get there.  This means there is a lot of frustration along the way because they are not getting the results that they want. Mostafa’s one-page marketing plan is simple and can be used on a daily basis, so you are always moving in the direction of your business goals.Are you interested in executing your one-page marketing plan?  Let’s dive in.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:The lead generation strategy to focus on in your next 90 days (04:00)Possible outcomes from not having a clear goal (05:15)The process of formulating goals that get you to your desired outcome (06:20)Choosing the platform to focus on (08:40) The 6-Step simple marketing formula (11:27)Understanding who your target market is (14:45) Creating your one signature offer that you will be known for(16:03)Research where the demands and profits are (19:17)Converting leads into paying customers (23:57)Mostafa’s message to people who want to start their marketing plan (26:48)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/324/

Even before civilizations were established, humans have always loved playing games. We like to engage ourselves in various forms of entertainment, and a good example of this in the business space, are the quizzes we see online.  In this episode, Samantha chats with Molly Mandelberg, a master of content creation and online marketing. Molly shares an effective strategy for building her email list - using quizzes.The quizzes she creates are not the usual “which Disney princess are you? Or what kind of sandwich you are”.  These are informative and are created to specifically relate to your prospects journey with your business. Molly saw the opportunity of using quizzes as an interactive strategy for people to learn more about themselves and also as a way for them to pre-qualify if they are fit to work with you. Furthermore, quizzes build deeper connections by letting the clients know the next step of the process.If you want to learn more about how you can take advantage of quizzes to grow your list, let’s enter the lab.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Molly's career journey (02:08)The significance of growing an email list (08:05) Utilizing quizzes to build your list (12:33)How to select topics for your quiz (15:20)The key to not giving it all away (18:10)Technologies used to create a quiz (19:30)The benefits of using quizzes for businesses (21:15)How long does it take Molly to produce her quizzes? (23:39)The comprehensive process of creating a quiz (26:10)Molly’s $5 a day Facebook strategy (27:50)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/323/

Some coaches really don’t enjoy sales calls; it can feel intimidating and your prospect may feel like they’re on the witness stand. It’s helpful to understand that the path to success starts with your prospect feeling comfortable and safe to disclose any information during the call.In this episode, Samantha is joined by Nikki Rausch, a trainer, speaker, best-selling author, and the founder of Sales Maven. Nikki has been helping business owners refine the skills and mindset needed to finally feel confident in selling for their business.Nikki shares her 5-step process that begins by pre-framing discovery calls so that clients know that they are speaking with the right person. If you want to hear her tips on how you can close more deals with your discovery calls, let’s enter the lab.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Nikki’s journey into sales (02:55)How pre-framing discovery calls will increase your sales (05:29) infoThe Selling Staircase method to increase your chance of conversion  (09:20) infoWhy you should never coach during discovery calls (13:10) infoQuestions to ask during a discovery call (17:53) infoWhat do objections signify? (21:40) infoSell by chat or DMs- What is it, and how is it different to selling via calls? (28:15)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/322/

As entrepreneurs, we’re big dreamers and are continually coming up with big ideas. Big Projects that we want to complete. However, we’re always busy and some of these projects that we want to complete get pushed to the bottom of our to-do list and those “someday when” projects never get actioned. But, what if you had the personal resources to get started and execute your “Someday When” projects?In this episode, Samantha is joined by Kristin Swanson, a coach, consultant, and breast cancer survivor who teaches clients how to execute their “someday when” projects with ease, and turn procrastination initiatives into profit. Kristin teaches Thought Leaders how to listen to their deepest callings and act resolutely and overcome procrastination to touch a broader audience and increase their revenue. If you want to have a head start on your “Someday When”projects now, let’s enter the lab.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Who is Kristin Swanson? (01:30)Fear, Resistance, and the difference with your someday maybe projects (07:09)How to get a new project started (08:30)Learning to move with fear (09:35)How to move out of the productivity shame spiral (11:55)Shifting your focus to acknowledge the small wins (13:19)Why practicing gratitude will help you move forward faster (15:19)Projecting yourself forward into the future you (16:53)The perfect research window (20:15)How to lesson the effect of decision fatigue in your day (22:06)The best ways to start public speaking (30:08)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/321/

If you want to build your authority and position yourself as the trusted thought leader that people turn to, speaking from stages is one of the best ways to achieve your goal.  If you’re a coach, expert, or course creator, speaking helps you build your authority, your audience, and your influence.In this episode, Samantha is joined by Con Koutsikas, a public speaking and communications expert, and host of his podcast, ‘A Cuppa with The Con Versationalist’. He is passionate about helping businesses and individuals create deeper relationships and greater success through better speaking and communication skills.If you want to know more on how to be an authoritative speaker, let’s enter the lab.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Con’s windy journey into public speaking (02:21)Start to reframe the fear (07:09)Preparing to show up and be a great speaker (11:53)Venue and environment are essential (16:52)Preparing for the worst and setting a plan in place (17:36)Visualization into speaking practice (18:31)Con’s take on practicing your talk (20:50)Advice on giving a keynote (22:35)Relatability and the power of the pause (24:14)Speaking on different platforms (26:18)The best way to start public speaking (30:08)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/320/

Enrolling new clients is one of the most challenging things for many entrepreneurs and business owners. Asking people to join you on a quick call can cause friction if not offered at the right point of your conversation. So today we want you to consider stop chasing leads and try this instead...So, what do you need to do to attract new leads consistently into your business every week?In this episode we talk about lead generation and specifically, what you can do to attract new leads instead of chasing them. We share some examples of how not to reach out to people, and how building your authority will help you fill your funnel with the right prospects.People love to buy, but they hate being sold to. So today’s conversation will help you build a marketing machine that will entice people to seek you out and knock on your door, rather than ‘waiting around’ or ‘pushing’.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:The right time to reach out to a potential lead (06:51) How do you discover the recognized need? (08:21)Positioning yourself to be the authority to solve their problem (10:21)The value of transferred authority (12:04)Earned authority (13:34)Be the authority in what you are selling (15:07)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/319/

If your business is doing well financially, diversifying is something that you should consider. Gaining more financial freedom through share trading could be for you. Trading may seem like a complicated concept but our guest, Louise Bedford, a trading and behavioral finance expert, says it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode, Louise shares how she got started in trading and her methods of how to be a successful trader.  Trading allows people to earn extra income, which in turn allows people to have the freedom and lifestyle they choose.To become successful in trading, Louise advocates looking for internal motivators; the motivators that fuel the drive to create a change in their lives. If you want to learn more about how Louise creates huge impacts on the lifestyle of her clients through trading, as well as how she’s grown her mentoring business, let’s enter the lab. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Louise’s journey to amazing opportunities (01:49)Transitioning from the corporate world to trading (05:46)How can people profit from trading? (09:46)The importance of creating a trading plan (10:33)The importance of internal motivators for trading (12:15)Advantages of taking on a business partner (16:25)How to assign tasks between business partners (19:56)The significance of relevant and valuable trading courses (26:52)The Happiness Project (32:12)Lifestyle changes of business owners who are into trading (38:19)The Trading Plan template (46:22)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/318/

It’s very easy to get caught up spending time on tasks and projects that don’t shift the needle in our business.  Doing these tasks can sometimes turn into bad habits, making it feel harder or more complicated than it needs to be.  Today we’re going to discuss how to simplify your business.Business is simple but it’s not easy, so in this episode, we discuss a way to simplify your business and what to do to achieve higher revenue without taking away your enjoyment. We talked about how to take a look at how to avoid being overwhelmed and identify what is more manageable, profitable, and enjoyable.Business is not about always striving to be bigger. We also need to look at how to be more effective and efficient in delivering excellent outputs for our clients through simplification.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Automation and complex components (04:39) ABCD exercise (06:51)Weighing enjoyment and money in what you do (09:26)The two key areas in scaling delivery (12:30)  Creating space and attracting more opportunities (14:12)Getting rid of the things that do not support you in your business(14:59)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/317/

It’s crucial for every entrepreneur to know the areas to focus on to scale up the business. Although there is no set formula, it always begins with knowing the pain points of your customers and how you can be of service.In this episode, Samantha is joined by the founder and CEO of Founder Space, Steve Hoffman popularly known as Captain Hoff. He shares what he has learned over the years from starting multiple businesses, to where he is now, helping startups find investors and launching.Steve is truly a captain in entrepreneurship - he guides clients through major pivots, changing direction and staying on track. Furthermore, he acknowledges the benefit of creating better relationships with clients, and getting the right message to them.If you want to know about scaling your business, let’s enter the lab.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Steve’s journey into entrepreneurship (01:55)What is venture funding? (04:37)Steve’s criteria for choosing ideal clients (07:40)How does Steve fill the gap in the market? (12:29)Knowing when to pivot, change direction, or stay on course (16:24)The importance of getting the right and clear message across (25:12)Understanding the pain points of your customers (27:25)Steve’s advice for people in sales (29:18)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/316/

From many years in business, we’ve experienced many high and low points and learned what strategies work and what doesn’t.  But what if we had to start over from scratch?In this episode, we share what we would do differently if we had to start over again and discuss four value points to get any business off the ground and making money in the shortest amount of time.We discuss the simple strategies that don’t require the use of advanced or expensive technology so you can get to market as quickly as possible. It only requires you to be creative and prove to clients that you are the expert they need to help them solve their problems. Whether you’re wanting to start a business, or you’d like to increase your income, today you will get the tips to drive your business forward. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:The KEEP Principle to drill down on your expertise (04:44) Knowing what the market needs (07:07)The importance of setting up the correct pricing early on (07:38)The benefits of connecting with people you’ve previously worked with (10:33) Problem, Period, and Pay Analysis (11:28)Create an online profile for people to know who they’re dealing with (13:50) How to package your deliverable (16:14) Basic technology to set up your business (17:28)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/315/

Most of us reach a point in our lives where money and recognition are no longer the key indicators of success.  This is exactly what happened to today’s guest, Vince Warnock.In this episode, Vince shares his unexpected journey from working in a corporate role for many years to discovering and transitioning into the coaching industry.Despite being financially successful in the corporate world, Vince felt like something was missing in his life. He felt like he was living in a bubble where he questioned everything that he was doing. He felt like he wasn’t being true to himself, or making a big enough impact.At the beginning of the pandemic, most people took some time to pause and reflect on what their life looked like. However, for Vince, his self-analysis happened back in 2019 when he made both the easiest AND the hardest decision he ever had to make.  To leave his corporate job. During this process, he accidentally discovered the coaching industry and fell in love with it. Tune in to hear Vince’s story on how he has finally felt fulfillment and making a bigger impact.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Vince’s career description (01:21)Vince’s journey in the corporate arena (05:35)The turning point moment (12:50)“Tickle, slap and whack” analysis (24:00)What needs to happen to take that giant leap? (26:45)Sales and proof of concept (32:06)The importance of asking the right questions (40:03)Top 3 things that start-ups should do to get traction (43:40)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/314/

Today is International Podcast Day, a day to celebrate the power of podcasting.In this episode, I’m joined by my husband and founder of Your Podcast Concierge, Leon Flitton, to join me to share what we love about podcasting.  This is a celebration of the inspiring and hard working podcasters that we know and love.Whether you’re a podcaster yourself, you enjoy listening to podcasts, or you want to start your own show, today is about sharing the love of all things podcasting.Click here to go to the Spotify playlist - Grow Your Coaching Business.Today we’d like to celebrate with some of our favourite podcasters:Business Chat with Lisa EvansEntrepreneurs Rising with Carl Taylor and Pete MoriartyChasing Dreams with Aimee JAmplify Your Success with Melanie BensonIndie Pod Con with Super Joe PardoJoin Samantha Riley & Melanie Benson for the Next Level Influence show, live on Facebook each Wednesday at 9am AESTCONNECT WITH SAMANTHA RILEYSamanthaRiley.globalInstagramFacebookLinkedInCONNECT WITH LEON FLITTONYourPodcastConcierge.comInstagramFacebookLinkedInFor full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/313/

The old saying “the numbers don’t lie” applies to all businesses.It’s a critical factor to monitor exactly where the company’s money is going. Unfortunately, most business owners don’t understand their numbers or their cashflow situation, hence it leads to business failure.In this episode, Samantha is joined by Octavia Conner from ‘Say Yes To Profits’. Octavia shares why knowing your numbers helps you manage your business better, and where exactly you find these ‘numbers’.Through her real-life client scenarios, Octavia gives an insightful conversation on the benefits of consistently tracking financial reports, having financial clarity, and ways to increase cashflow.If your business is barely surviving to make ends meet, you’ve been constantly operating in debt, or you can’t figure out where your cash is going, this episode is for you. Let’s enter the lab.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:The definition of profit (02:34)The money/number reports we need to be looking at (03:35)How often should you monitor your reports (04:45)The benefits of having financial clarity (07:39)Which KPIs you need to track (09:32)Closing the cash gap (13:27)How to create a better pricing formula for services (15:00)Red flags that are not allowing your business to grow (18:55)Ways to increase cashflow (22:37)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/311/

If you want to build your visibility and your authority, being featured as a podcast guest is a valuable strategy to amplify your message.In this episode, Samantha shares how to get booked on more podcasts, so you can increase your reach, and attract more clients.Join Samantha as she discusses her five-step framework so you get booked on more podcasts to boost your visibility and authority.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:The five-step framework to secure more podcast opportunities  (03:38)The importance of researching shows before you reach out (04:15)Reaching out to potential podcasts that have your ideal audience (05:55)What not to do during a podcast recording (07:22)Providing a resource that’s relevant to the interview topic (12:00)How to attract future clients and referrals (13:16)

Creating an impact on existing and new clients is important to most business owners.  This is also the main reason why some entrepreneurs are reluctant to jump into the business automation pool.  They think automation means losing the high-touch personal experience that clients value. In this episode, Samantha is joined by the founder and CEO of Work Smarter Digital, Mary Sue Dahill. They talk about how you can level up your business by using automation.You may think that automation is all about blasting generic emails. In reality, it allows business owners establish a smarter way to communicate with clients and teaches them ways to keep valuable relationships. Are you wondering how you can use automations in your business while simultaneously creating a high touch experience? Then this episode is for you... WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Think of your business as a boutique (04:12)Business automation (06:55)What processes can be automated? (07:27)Making decisions based on data (12:55)Tools that can leverage your business (16:50)The rewards of leveraging your systems (19:40)The difference between automation and high-touch experience (23:13)Training your clients to take the next step via email (26:00)The Boutique Effect (26:55) For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/310/ 

Think of your business as a vehicle that lets you go anywhere you want. Now, in order for you to get to your destination, you have to make sure that your vehicle is running fast, effectively, and efficiently.As you go on your adventure, your role as a business owner becomes clear - to look for patterns that help in reducing resources and yet produce better outcomes. One structured way to do this is via automation.In this episode, Samantha and Tim talk about essential automations you need to implement to scale your business. By using automation, you are setting a systematized form of communication between you and your business prospects and partners. Although most people think of automations purely as sending emails, there are numerous other ways where you can use automation in your business. If you want to discover the 5 essential atomations to scale your business, let’s dive in. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:The first automation every business owner needs (05:22)Why you should lead with value (05:51)The getting to know you stage (08:30)Classifying prospects: Cold, Warm, or Hot (09:42)How to warm up your prospects prior to a sales call (11:23)The significance of an onboarding sequence for new clients (13:05)Referral partners are the best source of business (15:51)The consequences of not nurturing your referral partners (16:37)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/309/

Whether you think you like sales or not, they are a necessary part of business. But sales aren’t just about “making the sale”.  It’s about people, building relationships, and solving problems.Before entering the world of sales, ask yourself what your intention is. Are you trying to help people or are you trying to get something from them? In this episode, Samantha chats with her good friend Darren Mitchell.  They talk about sales and why it’s tagged as the ultimate form of service. You can expect great conversation that explores selling, adding value, price wars, and why it’s not always about closing the deal. So, if you’re eager to know more about how you can create an amazing experience for people through sales, let’s enter the lab...WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Sales is the ultimate form of service (05:05)The Sales Scale - Selling and Adding Value (07:38)Misconceptions about sales (09:46)Value is entirely relative (11:55)Every single person is in sales (15:06)Defining your intentions (17:14)What is the impression you’re trying to create? (24:05)Knowing who your ideal client is and is not (26:54)Price War (30:17)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/308/

It can get frustrating when you feel you’re not where you’re supposed to be. This affects us all at one time or another.It may come from the fact that your business is taking up too much of your time, team members not being aligned with your goals, revenue is not at par with your expectations or things are just feeling like a grind. In this episode, we share the four key areas why your business may not be working out as well as you’d like. A lot of factors may be involved, but it could be that you’re too dependent on free content, excessive distractions, procrastinating and not honoring the commitments you make. Handling a business is not always easy but it starts with being fully aware of what needs to be done. Tune in as we share some practical tips on how to get your business prospering. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:4 key areas why your business may not be working (2:20)Over-reliance on free content (03:23)Free content vs paid content (04:40) Shiny Object Syndrome (06:17) Procrastination and self-sabotage (07:50)The one person you need on your team (10:12)The one thing you MUST do when you hire a coach (11:58)Why it pays to show up (12:57)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/307/

Do you feel like you’re ready to take your business and your life to the next level?  But you’re feeling stuck, or like something is holding you back?As we all know, business success isn’t a straight line but a rollercoaster ride and it requires you to hang on for your life. However, by understanding and utilising the Law of Attraction, manifesting money and abundance can come easily. In this episode, I’m joined by Sandy Forster. Sandy discovered the Law of Attraction at a time in her life when things weren’t going well, and now uses it in all areas of her life. She was able to turn her life around from welfare to millionaire, and is an example that we attract what we think, feel, and do. So, are you ready to take your business and life to the next level? It’s time to remove “money-blocks” from your subconscious and lead a life that you’ve always dreamed of. Let’s dive in...WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:The difference between dreaming and application (6:32)Focus goes where energy flows (13:34)Plant beautiful seeds in your mind (17:05) Surround yourself with the right people (23:58)When to invest in yourself (26:12) New level, same devil - how does it apply to you (31:30)Cruising to the next level (35:52) For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/306/

The global pandemic has affected people both negatively and positively. Back at the beginning of the pandemic, many people were talking about “the new normal?  The new normal isn’t something in the future… it’s here right now.In this episode, we discuss how the new normal is influencing business, and how we are handling the changes that need to happen.  To stay relevant, business owners are now required to offer their products and services in a digital manner, and one of the products that has risen in demand is online learning.  With an increased demand for online courses and programs, coaches should understand the pillars to successfully launching an online course. Join us as we discuss how to make your online programs engaging in this new normal. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:The magic act - pivot re-alignment (5:00)Creating and learning new habits (9:42)Launch expectations vs reality (11:27)The markers of success (14:35)One Person, One Problem, One Promise - what does it mean? (14:56)How to build your list for continued success (20:16)Which social media platform to build to achieve sales (22:28)Real person interaction (23:34)Making things as simple as possible (25:45)For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/305/

Referrals offer huge leverage in growing your business. They can significantly increase your sales and grow your brand. But just how powerful are referrals for our marketing strategy? What benefits does it bring to our business? If you’re excited about learning how referrals work, you’re in for a treat. In this episode, Paul Higgins joins me and shares valuable insights on how to increase your sales through referral programs. He’ll talks about where to start and how to ask for referrals the right way. Paul works with coaches and consultants to help them grow their business by growing their network and building a system to get consistent referrals. Join us today, to learn how to increase your sales through referral programs.WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:Paul shares the ‘why’ behind starting his business (5:28) The methodology for successful sales (9:14)Why referral programs work for everyone (16:54) Start with your own network (20:15) The system to keep the conversation open (25:30)Paul’s methodology for referral rewards (27:14) Ask about their personal goals (32:29)Paul’s pulse check - the 9 steps to create sales in your business (34:01) For full show notes and links visit:  https://samanthariley.global/podcast/304/

Do you feel stuck with your current content creating strategy?  Are you unsure of what to do next? In this episode, Tim and I talk about content creation. There are four key types of content that you can create. Interestingly, if you have the framework, creating content becomes simple. When creating your content, you need to educate, create value, connect with your audience, and use video. However, the question raised by one of his clients was, “But I’m not sure what to create next?” This is where the conversation about how to create content ideas for social media came from. So, if you’re ready to start creating content that gets more engagement in an easy and effective way, let’s dive in. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE:The educational content (5:15)The Influence Pyramid (6:22) Case studies and stories (8:25)Your personal content (9:30)Share your values in an engaging way (10:05)Don’t shy away from seemingly trivial content (11:44) Share and add value to your network (12:38)Tap into other people’s audiences (12:55) For full show notes and links visit:  samanthariley.global/podcast/303/

Social media can be a minefield of spammy sales messages, and one of the platforms getting a bad rap right now is LinkedIn. With that being said, LinkedIn is the largest professional network online. So how can we use it to generate leads? In this episode, I’m joined by Jason Osborn who shares his expertise on how to use LinkedIn to create leads in a more professional way. It’s about changing your perspective before you land on the platform, because people come to LinkedIn to do business. Are you ready to use LinkedIn the right way? Let’s dive in. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE: Why you want to be on LinkedIn (6:43) What makes an irresistible profile (10:10) The importance of keywords in the headlines (16:14) How to avoid being super spammy on LinkedIn (21:35) Sales navigator vs normal search function (26:03) How to make the transition from connecting to sales (28:46) Opening the sales conversation without being spammy (31:23) Automation tools to use with LinkedIn (38:14) For full show notes and links visit: https://samanthariley.global/podcast/302/

Do you feel like your team is underperforming? To build and grow an effective team, there needs to be a certain amount of accountability on both sides. As the business owner, it’s up to you to share the vision of where your business is heading. Imagine yourself as the bus driver and your team members as passengers. You need to share your vision and values with your team, to ensure your team members are all heading in the same direction. If you jump out of the bus, your team can’t go any further - they have no driver! I often hear business owners complaining that their team isn't being proactive, or they’re not on the same page. Your team will not be effective if they have no vision, or if you’re not giving them the resources that they need to succeed. As the business owner, it’s your job to create the environment for your team to perform at the level that you want them to. In this episode, Tim and I discuss the building blocks needed to create an effective team. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE: Share your vision and your values (6:30) Hire the right fit for the team - not the task (10:30) Have a specific onboarding process (12:17) Ongoing training and development (19:00) Regular communication (23:27) Implement a performance review process (27:42) Tim’s personal experience with running teams (32:33) Samantha’s take on how to build an effective team (34:16) For full show notes and links visit: https://samanthariley.global/podcast/301/

Podcasting gives us the opportunity to create a huge impact and with the craziness of the world right now, it’s now more important than ever to create a positive impact. Congratulations, you’ve started your podcast! But have you thought about how to grow your podcast? What strategies can you implement to build your audience? In this episode, I’m joined by Adam Schaeuble. He helps podcasters love their show like a hobby but build it like a business. Adam is blessed with a podcast voice, so I’m sure you will enjoy listening to this episode. Jump in, and let’s dive deep into how to grow your podcast. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE: The cadence of releasing episodes (7:44) Start with the eventual sale (14:13) How to create community engagement (22:23) Release schedules (28:28) Different strategies for podcast growth (36:06) Different ways to mention past episodes (42:14) Podcast Promo Intro Swaps (46:37) The Implementation Alarm Challenge (49:58) For full show notes and links visit: https://samanthariley.global/podcast/300/

As you grow, you can’t continue to do everything on your own in business. The hardest part in building a team is with the first hire or making the decision to let go of something. But once you realize how awesome it feels to delegate something from your plate, there’s no problem moving forward. Do you find managing people challenging? If so, I’ve been in your shoes. I swore I didn’t want a team again, and believed I wasn’t great at managing a team. I didn’t have a system, I didn’t have boundaries, and I didn’t know enough about building a culture - or even how to build one. Once I’d come to this realization, I knew I needed to do things differently the next time around. Because we’re dealing with people with real-life problems, building and managing a team will never go smoothly. We’re all humans and we need a system to be able to manage ourselves when something unpleasant arises. In this episode, Tim and I talk about team building, how to manage, grow, and develop your team from zero to hero. Over the last 12 months, it’s a topic I’ve been asked about frequently as we’ve grown our team significantly. So, do you want to learn how to manage your team effectively? Let’s dive in. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE: Your team gives you massive leverage in your business (8:23) Tim shares his first hire (10:31) Where you should start when hiring (13:54) The incompetent zone (15:17) The five different types of engagement (17:58) Hiring freelancers (21:22) Part-time and full-time employees (23:21) Hiring an agency (24:49) Samantha’s team of Genies (26:46) For full show notes and links visit: https://samanthariley.global/podcast/299/