The Fearless Launching Show with Anne Samoilov

This is episode 276 of the Fearless Launching Show. Today we’re talking about that moment that happens for all online entrepreneurs where we ask the question -- do I really need another online course? Or do I need something more?" This week I'm covering 5 actions you should take if you’re ready for something beyond an online course! We all start needing to learn things. So we take the courses, we download things...and we get to work. Maybe we’re in this cycle of downloading and doing for years. At some point, I hear every single student and person I know utter the words, “ugh, I don’t think I need another course. I have plenty to apply right now.” Resources: Apply: https://annesamoilov.com/incubator Watch: https://annesamoilov.com/masterclass

Have you ever wondered why your launch didn’t work...even after you download the complete checklist, do all the things, run all the ads, and can honestly say you’ve even written/sent multiple multiple closing day emails. Today I’m going to share with you exactly what you were missing--even if you followed a perfect launch blueprint. Just like there are 2 sides to any story. There are 2 sides to launching. Mentioned On Today's Episode The Launch Incubator Free Laser Launch Sessions Fearless Launching Get on the Waitlist for The Message Lab

We wait for a lot of things in our lives...the right time, the perfect conditions, when we're older, when we have more money, when we've got a house. And in our business, sometimes people wait for the sale, the call, the list to grow...for people to give us feedback (and social proof). What if you have no social proof, testimonials, or case studies ... how are you going to sell your services or programs if no one can vouch for you? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Here are 3 ideas to inspire you to gather social proof even when you're creating something brand new! Mentioned in today's episode: How much should you charge for your beta program? How to beta launch your next online course The Launch Incubator (6-Month Mastermind)

This week, we're going to talk about the dream of the streamlined and simple launch. Which is funny, because it's so easy to make our launches harder than we need to. Even though we try to keep things simple...it is so easy to make simple parts of the process and your launch harder than it needs to be. It could be a mindset issue or block or some limiting belief--and you know what? It almost doesn’t matter why...because no matter what’s creating this need to layer on things to your launches, once you see how it feels for things to be simple, you will not want to go back to it. But simplicity, streamlined, stress-free is possible. Let's dive in. Full show notes and resources mentioned here: https://annesamoilov.com/273

Raise your hand if you’ve ever experienced one of these launch challenges… Something didn’t work or simply BROKE during a launch – a tool, a person, a strategy You struggled to find the right person to help you set up your launch or new course You couldn’t decide what course builder or email platform to use You didn’t give yourself enough time And if any of the above has happened, then you may have thought… Launches are hard. Launches are crazy-making. Launches are overwhelming and stressful. Why do I do this to myself over and over again? But it doesn't have to be this way. If you're ready to have an easier time launching, look no further than the systems, people, and tools you use to make your launch happen! Full show notes here: https://annesamoilov.com/272 Mentioned On Today's Episode Launch systems cheat sheet Online Business Resources I Recommend Linchpin by Seth Godin Double Double by Cameron Herold E-Myth by Michael Gerber Ultimate Guide To Hiring The Best Virtual Team

This week we’re going to be talking about your IDEAL CUSTOMER… this is one of the first things you’ll do (hopefully) when you come up with your idea for a course or a coaching program or even a new service. BUT..today we’re going to go beyond the ICA AND ANSWER THE QUESTION... I know who my Ideal Customer is NOW WHAT? So, if you want to know how to turn your ideal customer into your actual customer, keep listening! Mentioned in today's episode: The Launch Incubator - applications open soon Episodes that cover getting to know your ideal customer: Changing your customer avatar Finding Your Ideal Customer What's Your Ideal Customer's Biggest Problem? My Customer Research Process

How much time are you wasting before launches, trying to recreate what you did during your last launch or creating content/communication/stuff from scratch? Today I’m sharing the #1 thing you should create right now to avoid all the headaches, stress, and overwhelm that people tell you launching causes. No matter if you’re new to the launching game or you’ve been doing it for years, this is the one thing you should do before you launch again! Spoiler alert: If there's one thing I suggest to all clients no matter what their size and experience, it's to do an inventory and then create an organized launch library or asset list. This process can be overwhelming, so that's why I guide new members of the Launch Incubator (my small application-only group coaching program) through it before helping them create their launch plan. Click here to learn more about the next Launch Incubator: https://annesamoilov.lpages.co/incubator/ Click here to watch my latest masterclass: https://annesamoilov.com/masterclass

In this episode, we're talking when it's time to say goodbye, to a product, a service, a course, a business...something you might be doing or selling in your business. Letting go, being flexible, knowing when something isn't working for you...these are key skills of being an entrepreneur. But with all the coaching available on the internet, you might not know when it's time to stop or shift focus to something else. This episode features some of the listeners of this podcast. Make sure to go say hi to them over on Instagram: Desiree East Lynndee Lebeau Michelle Dixon Elizabeth Calderara Joann Krall Joyce Washington Bonnie Frank I'd love to hear from you! If you have a question, a suggestion for an episode or just want to say hello, leave me a message here: https://speakpipe.com/annesamoilov

Whether you're dreaming about your first launch or you're more experienced...you probably know that mistakes will happen. Today's episodes reviews some of the most common mistakes you might make at every stage of your business! If you want to learn more ways to improve your launch by looking at the potential downfalls, well, my friend I've got you covered! Over the years I've identified different things you might be challenged with, mistakes you might make--the visible ones and the more internal mistakes. https://annesamoilov.com/4-launch-mistakes/ https://annesamoilov.com/9-launch-mistakes/ https://annesamoilov.com/launch-mistakes-what-to-do-when-things-go-wrong/

Have you ever launched to crickets? I mean, no one on your launch waitlist...no one waiting to say, "me, me, me!" Today's episode is a pulled for a recent Facebook Live all about ListBuilding for your Launch. Here's what we cover: *6 mistakes everyone can make and fix in the same day *How long before your launch you should be building your list *The truth about the size of your list and making more sales ...and a little rant about getting out of your own way... Learn more about Fearless Launching here: https://annesamoilov.com/fl-may-2020 Watch the full Facebook Live here: https://www.facebook.com/AnneSamoilov/videos/219231532830820/ Let us know if you listened and if you want to keep the conversation going, head over to Facebook and join our free Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/fearlesslaunchinglounge

Do you have an online course you've been launching or selling for awhile? Have you updated it recently? Whether your answer is yes or no, it's important to review the content in your program regularly...if for nothing else than to confirm everything you share is relevant! So, today, we're diving into this process that I've used on my own products, on client products, and where you can get started on your online course today. Download the free launch roadmap: https://annesamoilov.com/launch-roadmap Download the free launch planner/workbook: https://bit.ly/launch-planner Want to learn more about Fearless Launching? Visit this page and find out when we will open again: https://fearlesslaunching.com

Today we're going to be talking about why I break my launch into four phases. If you'd like to go deep into these 4 phases, make sure to sign up for my webinar: https://annesamoilov.com/masterclass First, before I plan anything and before I get started on the work...before I even really fully think through the launch, I break it, I break it apart into four different phases. There are four really good reasons why I do that. I wanted to share that with you today because I know a lot of people, whether it's a difficult time in your family's life or in the world or you're just struggling just to get things done and be consistent, or maybe you're afraid you won't get everything done. I find that when I break my launch into these four phases, it helps on so many different levels. So I wanted to share that with you today so that you could start making progress. If there's anything that I want for you more than within actually anything else, it's just that feeling that you're making progress every single day. Want to dive deeper into these phases and get coaching and personalized strategy? DM me so I can tell you how!

Today's episode is for you if you find yourself comparing yourself or your business to what other people are doing in their businesses. Read the post and dive deeper here: http://www.annesamoilov.com/launch-comparison-game/ Imagine this: you’re planning your launch, getting things done, feeling great about your progress and then it sneaks up on you...the launch comparison monster. You’re handling your business … you not only feel effective, but you are also actually BEING effective. Then along comes a bump in the road you didn’t expect. Someone who’s a few steps ahead - or let’s be honest - a few years ahead of you in terms of where your business is - how beautiful their launch looks, just everything about them is the better version of where you are...or at least that’s how it feels. This episode is brought to you by my free masterclass about how to stay focused and 4-part method for having a successful launch: https://annesamoilov.com/masterclass

Launches can be kinda scary… We've all seen the ones that are wildly successful and launches that don't work at all. The pie in the sky dream launch stories followed by complete dead in the water disasters. And both make you want to run for the hills and never utter the word launch–much less actually try to launch something of your own. But if you haven't launched yet – you should know something. Launches often don't work. But why?? If you are just starting your business, trying to gather the courage to launch your first product or service, you might be wondering why launches seem to work for only part of the time…or maybe they just work for a small majority of people. If you liked this and want to make your launches better, sign up for the masterclass: https://annesamoilov.com/masterclass Get on the Fearless Launching waitlist - we're doing the program live very very soon: https://fearlesslaunching.com

Today I'm sharing a mantra that I created over 10 years ago when I wrote/launched my first product - The White Space Solution ebook. Scroll down to get a reserve a free copy of the latest edition - free from now through April 2020. Have you ever felt squeezed in your life or business? Unable to move? Completely stuck? If you're reading this around the time I'm publishing this, then there's a good chance you do feel this way...we're all connected by that global issue of being stuck at home, paused in our work, maybe looking to start something new. If this is you, I get it. Sometimes it can be a challenge to set yourself free or move at all. Over 10 years ago now, I launched my very first book called The White Space Solution...and recently I took it back out to look over the concepts, see if I could apply it to the crazy global situation happening right now. Because truthfully, I’ve been feeling all of the feelings and this as tapped into so many parts of me that I haven’t looked at for a long time. Life can be demanding, overwhelming, and filled to the brim with the good and the bad along with your health, relationships, work, play, children, and all those things on your to-do lists that keep getting pushed off to someday. Want a free pdf version of the latest edition? Submit your email address here and I'll send it to you personally (via email) https://forms.gle/y3p53ADSxdCSTgjU6

Today's episode is all about how to experiment better in your business...this even applies to your launches too. In February, I hosted a very informal Launch Love challenge...the plan was to post videos on IGTV and then repurpose those as short podcast episodes. There were 4 main places that could have made the entire experiment more successful help me reach more of you! Listen in as I share my honest account of the month, the challenge, and what I'm doing moving forward. Mentioned on this episode: Apply for the next Launch Incubator here: https://annesamoilov.lpages.co/incubator/ Download the challenge guidebook here: https://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge Watch my free on-demand webinar here: https://annesamoilov.com/masterclass

The simple practice that makes launching so. much. easier. Taking inventory is something you normally want to do before you start working on your launch, but in reality, you may end up discovering the inventory as you go along. Make a list of everything you might consider something you can use for your launch. Your inventory should consist of THREE types of “assets” - you may find these already existing in your business. *People - Includes team, affiliates, business partners, collaborators, biz besties *Content - Includes blog content, podcasts, videos, facebook lives, any content *Systems - Includes your tools, your process for doing things, even your payment process Often people try to create everything from scratch when it’s not necessary. Sometimes you’ll have the exact people, you’ve already created all the content, and you’re currently using all the systems you need to execute a launch. Don’t give yourself more work than you need to do! Time to do your own inventory right now. Download the complete challenge guidebook now for more questions you can ask to complete your inventory: https://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge

Repurposing your content is probably the best thing in the world you can do. Repurpose doesn’t mean a straight cut and paste...but it does mean you get to use the exact content in a different format. Not only will this save you loads of time, but it’ll allow your best content to be consumed in different ways. And of course, this means that you get to reach more people. Go back to your inventory of all the content assets you identified. Pick 3 things you can repurpose. Create a new format/media version of that content. Maybe a blog post becomes an Instagram image and post. Maybe a video becomes a blog post. Maybe a podcast becomes content for a Facebook Live. (Yes, you’re allowed to do this!) Download your free challenge guidebook here: https://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge Watch the video here: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B9Ue_WbJRaF/

Why we need a little notice (And Why It's Important) People love a look behind the scenes. I don’t know of any business that can’t benefit from showing the process, a first look, or even looks at what’s being created along the way. Now, beyond people loving to be voyeurs into the process and seeing what’s really going on...why are these so powerful? Simple - they take people on a journey with you. You invite people to be part of the creation of what you are making for them. You allow them to be co-creators! Download the complete challenge guidebook here: https://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge Watch the video for today here: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B9RwVy8JZvy/

Grab the full guidebook for this challenge here: https://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge People love a look behind the scenes. I don’t know of any business that can’t benefit from showing the process, a first look, or even looks at what’s being created along the way. Now, beyond people loving to be voyeurs into the process and seeing what’s really going on...why are these so powerful? Simple - they take people on a journey with you. You invite people to be part of the creation of what you are making for them. You allow them to be co-creators!

Today’s prompt is important because as you’re going along in your business, you’ll be faced with lots of choices--lots of people who want to work with you, lots of courses to help you be a better business owner, tons of tools to choose from, and you’ll have to choose who you say yes and no to. Starting today - I want to encourage you to say no to anything that doesn’t give you an immediate, “OMG I’d do that for free” feeling. Say no to demands on your time that will push your launch further in the future. Say no to people who want you to support them during your launch. Say no to playdates for your daughter, when you’ve got two webinars planned. Say no to conversations about other people’s businesses during your launch. Say no and protect your launch. Learning to say no - helps you set healthy boundaries with everyone in your world and also your soon to be customers and clients. Download your FREE launch challenge guidebook here: https://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge Watch the video here: https://www.instagram.com/p/B8wfsU5J31X/

Download the full challenge guidebook here: https://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge Watch the video here: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B8txeWVJrcO/ Today, we're talking about follow up and why it's so important whether you're doing a traditional live launch or not. There are a few types of follow up you might have to complete today. First, there’s the type of follow up we all need to do. Emails and voicemails and inquiries that need to be replied to... Today, make a list of some follow up you can complete, even if it has nothing to do with your launch. I like to set one day a week to make sure I’ve followed up with anyone who’s waiting for me to follow up! If you don’t have time to follow up, still respond to someone and give them a real time you will follow up with them. Second, when you are in launch mode, follow up is critical. It can be the difference between a sale and no sale. Make time several times a week to respond to every email, social media message, comment and voicemail you receive. Why? Think of each one of those people as someone who may want to work with you, buy your product, and simply needs your help. Leave no comment unanswered--on your blog, on videos, scour your Facebook groups. Do everything you can to close loops like this during a launch.

No matter what day of the week it is, sit down right now and set a few dates to help you start your launch map. Why? Because even just a few dates will give you that tiny bit of structure to start thinking about your launch, what needs to happen by each date and give you a little nudge to get to work. Watch this episode over on IGTV too: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B8mOgUdJqwB/ If you want to dive into this mapping process, here are 2 free resources you can grab right now. Listen to all the planning episodes: https://annesamoilov.com/creating-a-launch-schedule/ Launch Challenge Guide: https://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge Launch Planner/Workbook: https://bit.ly/launch-planner This is your first step. Even if you don't love planning every single detail out about anything in your life, setting a few dates will provide the focus and target for the work you're doing now! This is your last installment in the series of me wearing my "sick" clothing. I'm shooting a brand new batch of videos for next week!

Want to watch this on IGTV? Watch here: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B8kAWEnJIhe/ Who are the people you know have your back, support you, call you on your “stuff" and remind you when you’ve gone off track? Think about people who’ve been friends, clients, maybe family members, besties, classmates...anyone who’s taken a role to remind you to keep going. Who will hold you up when you’re not sure you can do it? Here's what to know about getting the right type of support--even the stuff you don't want to hear. Who's on your launch team - who can be honest, tell you when they don't get it, and don't turn into "yes" people? Grab your Launch Challenge guidebook: https://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge

What's Your Best Channel? (plus a rant) When you’re first starting out planning a launch, even starting your business, you might find yourself wanting to be everywhere all the time. Now’s the time to look at the various places you show up online and offline...and where you’re getting the most feedback or having the most conversations. This can be as simple as noting that you have a growing audience on Facebook but not on Instagram or vice versa. You might notice that people mostly email you personally. Maybe you have in-person clients that you signed via speaking at local events. Where do you get the most interaction with people? Choose the top 3. Focus on those places for sharing and publishing content. Focus on networking and getting to know people in those spaces. Download the 30 Day Launch Challenge Guidebook: https://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge

Launch Goals vs. Launch Projections👇👇👇- Watch on IGTV too: https://www.instagram.com/p/B8enqjkJ3x5/ Want to read more about setting launch projections? https://annesamoilov.com/setting-launch-goals/ Download the launch challenge guidebook here: https://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge "Goals" is a big word, but today, I want you to think about your first launch (for a free or paid offer) this year. Grab your notebook, because you’ll need space for this! What are your biggest goals for the launch? Is it revenue? How much? Is it a number of new clients or customers? Is it a certain number of subscribers? Your goals might even be about why you want to launch...and what it would mean to your life. Goals for me are a mix of specifics, of the why and the vision. Specific goals of the launch: Why it’s so important for you to reach those goals: What’s the bigger vision behind this launch and how it aligns with your business? The point with setting goals is simple - you’re setting a target for yourself.

Okay, so what's the problem and your solution? Once you start to understand who your ideal customer is, their dreams, their passions, their goals in life...you'll also start to see how they struggle. That's why today is all about defining that "problem" and then offering a "solution"! Read about today's prompt (and all this month's prompts) in the launch challenge guidebook. Download here: http://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge Watch today's prompt here: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B8Rd6MpJuRv/

Today we're talking about your person. You know, the one person you are creating your products, your services, and you are desperately trying to find! You don't have to be creepy like me or direct...sometimes it takes a bit of listening, understanding, and curiosity to find out who needs your work the most! Download the 30-day launch challenge guidebook: http://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge Watch today's video on IGTV: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B8O1T7MJg7K/

Everyone has a story. Today, I want to talk about why it’s important to dig into your own. Follow along over the next 30 days as I share some simple, sometimes surprising ways to make progress. Watch today's episode over on IGTV here: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B8JiXbMpBRo/ Grab the free launch guidebook here: http://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge Today, we are giving your business and launch a little love and recognition for where the seeds were planted and how you got started!

Do I really have to choose just one thing👇 👇 Today is all about building your focus muscle. Download your challenge guide here: http://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge Watch today's video episode on IGTV: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B8MZ_CWJMHr/ Even if you’re launching, you may decide that you’re going to focus on a piece of that bigger project, maybe list building, maybe something you’re going to do to get you to your launch. My suggestion is to choose the product or the service or the THING you want to launch, but be open to that changing throughout the challenge. Tomorrow you’ll discover new things about what your audience is actually struggling with (as opposed to what you think they are struggling with). This might be your toughest prompt of the challenge if you think you can multitask or have trouble sticking to one project at a time. Do it. Please. Resist the urge to take on multiple projects this month.

You're invited to follow along as I share daily prompts and advice to help you make progress on your next launch or whatever project you're working on or trying to grow in your business. I'm posting the first 5 days of prompts so they are available right now. You can also watch each day's prompt on Instagram, so make sure you follow me there: https://instagram.com/annesamoilov Today's intro is available to watch here: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B8HhVPRJdKY/ Download the 30 Day Launch Challenge Guidebook Here: http://bit.ly/launchlovechallenge

In today's episode, I'm reflecting on the 6-part podcast series I released a few weeks ago...and why I'm planning another series for February! This quickie episode shares my big wins and discoveries as I produced the series, shared it with others, and the results I've experienced since then. If you missed the 6-part content series, make sure to check all the episodes out here: https://annesamoilov.com/new-launch-strategy-in-2020/ If you've done a series before--content, blog, video or podcast, how did it work for you? What did you discover? Want to learn more about creating your own content series? Let me know and I'll break down my process. Today's sponsor is the Fearless Launching Masterclass - available right now here: https://annesamoilov.com/masterclass Let's keep this conversation going inside the Launch Lounge over on Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/fearlesslaunchinglounge

We made it! Here's our final installment in this mini-series all about getting Launch Ready in 2020... Today, you'll learn how to keep your launches simple. Simple means do-able...whether you're working alone or with a team, I'm sharing my approach to working with clients at all phases of their business. If you want to play catch up on all past episodes in this series, head over to this post right here to listen to them: https://annesamoilov.com/new-launch-strategy-in-2020/ Sign up for our latest masterclass here: http://bit.ly/3a9bCtE

In today's episode, we're talking about why we should treat our launches like a system. Today is also day 4 of our podcast series all about improving our launches and why going back to foundational concepts is the non-sexy strategy that will make launch overwhelm a thing of the past. If you've missed any of the episodes, make sure to go here and listen to them all in one go now: https://annesamoilov.com/new-launch-strategy-in-2020/ Want to keep the conversation going? Join us over in my free Facebook group now: https://facebook.com/groups/fearlesslaunchinglounge

Ever feel like you're not getting enough personal support when you're launching, as you grow your business or try to keep the ship running? Whether you're trying to get that extra bit of support from friends, family, your spouse, your kids, your partner, your parents...maybe even a biz bestie...it's hard when you feel at a loss. If you've been feeling all alone in this whole entrepreneurship game, listen to part 5 in my series all about launching in 2020. Check out all parts of this series here: https://annesamoilov.com/new-launch-strategy-in-2020/ Keep the conversation going over in my Facebook Group here: https://facebook.com/groups/fearlesslaunchinglounge

Today's episode is all about how your audience sees you. Have you ever felt awkward when someone shared their perception of who you are? It's weird, right? We are so much more than the definitions people put on us and yet...there's so much to be gained by letting our audience define us. Listen to this episode to find out the biggest gift your business can get and why you should embrace it! The full show notes with all episodes, resources mention, and more are over here: https://annesamoilov.com/new-launch-strategy-in-2020/

Welcome to Part 2 of the 6 part series all about getting launch-ready in 2020. Today we're talking about the perfection problem that exists on every type of creative or launch project I've ever been part of and how to get over it (and yourself) to deliver on time and stick to your launch dates. As creative entrepreneurs, we want to put our best work into the world. Sometimes though we don't know how to finish it, call it done...because we've got so many ideas. But there comes a point when you're nearing that open cart date and you'll need to make the decision to cut, prune, and stop the work in order to launch...even when it doesn't include all of your genius ideas. In this episode, we talk about the mantra I use to keep track of my new ideas, but not let them sideline or halt my entire launch! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Click here to listen to all episodes in this series

A 6-part series teaching you 6 critical concepts, mantras, and skill you need to have better launches this year! Want to start making more sales, having better launches, and grow your business this year? If you’re constantly chasing all the tactics and so-called launch strategies aimed to get you making more on autopilot or with zero hustle...but you STILL don’t feel like you’re reaching any of your goals, then I’m glad you’re here today. I made something for you. This is a very special episode of the podcast. I’ve created a short series of special off the cuff episodes because we are in a new year, a new decade...and I don’t know about you but I’m ready to leave 2019 behind. As many of you know, I've experienced some things that have just kind of stopped me in my tracks personally in my personal life and I didn't want to get too far into 2020 without connecting with you. But here’s the thing, these 6 episodes are going to be timeless. You’ll want to revisit them whenever you need to get back on track, screw your head on straight or get talked off the ledge… So in this multi-part series, we're gonna keep it super simple and talk about the 6 things you need to remember, understand, and completely embrace as you start planning your launch, doing the work of putting together all the pieces, and even after you open the doors of your launch. Each day I’ll post a new episode right below this and then you’ll be able to find all 6 episodes right here! TODAY is all about the Power of Consistency Get ready to see exactly why no matter what people are saying, you have to define consistency in all areas of your business.

Are you interested in taking your side-hustle full-time? Back when I first dove into the online business world, I wasn’t sure to be totally honest. I secured a job with Laura Roeder...because she had a business I could honestly see myself running someday. I learned everything I could and finally took the leap...after two years of trying to manage own course launches of my signature program, Fearless Launching, I knew I owed it to myself to try. If you want to hear that full story, make sure to dig into the podcast archives and listen to the episode where I share the whole story right here! Todayyy I’m talking to Dr. Cortney Baker, someone who helps women do exactly that...turn their side-hustle into actual businesses. Cortney has a LOT going for her...She’s a business growth strategist, she’s been named Texas Businesswoman of the Year. She’s also a CEO and founder of multimillion-dollar company Kids Care Home Health. She’s the creator of the from Side Hustle To CEO Academy. Cortney shares with us some essential tips to help us transition to a full-time business owner. Listen in, learn, and get motivated. Highlights From The Episode: [04:07] Getting to know Dr. Cortney and how she got started [07:22] Cortney’s dissertation research [10:29] Four main challenges that women go through in the corporate world [12:12] Cortney’s book: Unlimited: Conquering the Myth of the Glass Ceiling [15:47] Things to know before taking a side-hustle full-time and leaving your job [20:29] Why knowing your tribe is an essential part of the process [24:22] Cortney’s advice on the most straight-forward business to start [26:14] Simple guidelines for people quitting their full-time jobs Key Quotes from the Episode “…you have to leave walking out as a CEO, as I’m a CEO, and I’m going to behave and hold myself to a higher standard than that because they may be a referral partner.” “Whatever the plan is, as long as you make one and you get other people to help you with it, then you’re setting yourself up for success.” “Getting other people on board, having them feel like they’re part of the business. That is the way you build confidence and trust in what you’re doing.” “If it were easy, everyone would do it.” “What can you do to solve a problem that really just pisses you off and be part of the solution?” How To Get Help Turning Your Side-Hustle Into Your Business With Dr. Cortney: Website Dr. Cortney on Instagram Dr. Cortney on LinkedIn Dr. Cortney on Twitter Dr. Cortney Baker on Facebook Women In Business Podcast Free Business Roadmap

Ever thought about starting a YouTube channel? If so, listen up today. YouTube channels are great ways to build communities, build your audience, sell more of your products, reach more of your ideal customers, and share your expertise on an ever-expanding, highly shareable platform. Today’s guest has a tarot, astrology, and lifestyle channel called Minnow Pond. I discovered Chris Reck as I became part of his community…and watching his Tarot readings every single month. And of course...I got curious. Because he wasn’t the only tarot reader on YouTube. In fact, this year it seems like a bazillion readers have shown up online. So I started digging. How did this whole Minnow Pond thing start? What else was Chris doing in the world? How do tarot readers make money with Youtube as their primary publishing platform? Read the full show notes at https://annesamoilov.com/237

Today's episode is all about community and the power of gathering, coworking, and sharing. Our guest today talks about how this one mission to transform women's lives while growing their mobile app Quilt. Quilt is a free mobile app that makes it easy for you to get to know our community, find and attend gatherings nearby, and start building an IRL network of meaningful connections. Click here to learn more about Quilt and where you can attend gatherings in your community (or host them in your own home)! More resources and complete notes coming soon!

Hiring a team that supports your business vision is a gift. Some of us turn to Google for ideas on creating a strong team. We tend to copy what other gurus do instead of using our intuition. Today, our guest Jenna Irvin shares her story on how she used intuition to create a team from scratch and how we can do it too. She also shares her story of starting, building, growing, and then selling her first business by the age of 23 is such a testament to what is possible when we trust ourselves...no matter where we are in life. I can't wait for you to get to know this powerhouse woman...and everything she's up to in the world. Read the complete show notes here: https://annesamoilov.com/hiring-team-intuition

Today's bonus episode is a recent conversation with my long-time friend and business buddy Amber McCue. Now, this is another one of those fly on the wall style conversations that I love to share with you. Amber and I catch up about the past few years and then get into the meat of today's topic which is all about being RIGHT ON TIME. Here are some highlights from our convo: Her long-running yearly virtual event called the Planathon (which kicks off Monday!) Exactly how she maintains two successful businesses and what they are... Some new things she's creating as a result of her life in Ethiopia. Why "Right On Time" has become her new mantra (even though she's been telling her clients this for years) And we also nerd out about planning and how it actually activates the creative thinking part of your mind! If you want to check out the Planathon that starts MONDAY, October 28th...make sure to go to theplanathon.com/anne If you want to learn more about any of the topics we discussed today, make sure to go explore over at annesamoilov.com

In this episode, my guest is a confidence coach, social worker, and therapist Kate Crocco. We explore what it takes to be and STAY visible as you're building a business. Visibility, while you're navigating the start-up phase of any project, is hard...add making mistakes, struggling with personal life challenges, juggling kids...it can all lead to overwhelm... If you find yourself unable to stay consistent, visible, showing up on a regular basis...you'll see your revenue dip. It's as simple as that. But how can we show up when things aren't perfect? Kate shares the tips and advice she uses to guide her clients to business/life success. Connect with Kate: https://katecrocco.com https://instagram.com/katecrocco Check out more resources here: https://fearlesslaunching.com https://bit.ly/launch-planner https://annesamoilov.com/launch-roadmap

Today's episode takes you behind the scenes where you get to be a fly on the wall during a conversation between me and photographer Innis Casey. Innis has had a diverse creative career that has required him to connect easily with people, move into new environments confidently, and make fearless decisions throughout them all. He pulls all of his connection skills together into every single thing he does--make his photography clients feel completely at ease, build trust quickly, and have a true sense of service no matter what he does! If you'd like to book him for a shoot, make sure to reach out to him at https://inniscaseyphotography.com! You can also connect with him on Instagram at https://instagram.com/inniscaseyphotography

Did the last online course you took transform your life in any way? 97% of people who sign up for courses and programs don’t finish them and get the results. This is a worrying statistic. Truth be told...if you're in this audience, then I know you. You likely don't want to spend your precious time creating a course that people end up not finishing. You want to create an experience that'll give people unstoppable momentum. But, how do you do that? That's what we're exploring on today's episode of the podcast. We are honored to have Marisa Murgatroyd shares the secrets of how to build courses that genuinely transform people. Marisa is the founder of Live Your Message, where she turns entrepreneurs into Online Superheroes. She helps people who teach online programs get better results for their students faster. Marisa has shown over 4000 students how to succeed online. Are you ready to create courses that will truly change people? I thought so. Episode Highlights: Why Marisa is so passionate about changing the online education landscape Core principles for launching a successful course How to create experience escalation in your courses Why creating a powerful mission statement can do more than empower your students to take action How to create a space where your students experience unstoppable momentum

Getting your legal stuff in order is neither fun nor sexy, but is essential. Many entrepreneurs only get legal stuff in order when things are about to go wrong or only when things have already gone wrong. Our guest today is here to help us understand what legal stuff we should have for our businesses and what the best time to have them in place is. We are excited to speak to have Annette Stepanian, a lawyer for creatives and entrepreneurs. From contract drafting, trademark registration to consulting. According to Annette, it is advisable to have your legal stuff in place when starting your business. It ensures your business is well protected. For instance, can you imagine creating some content then someone comes and steals it? Would you like that? Key Talking Points: Annette’s entrepreneurial journey Legal stuff needed in a business How to market without inflicting fear Key Quotes from the Episode “Copying and pasting from samples they find on the Internet robs you the opportunity to really take ownership of your business and to architect it.” Connect with Annette: Your Legal BFF Website Annette's Instagram Follow Annette on Facebook Additional Resources: Need launch coaching and strategy? Check out my Launch Intensives Want to learn the process of launching and join a nurturing community? Get on the waitlist for Fearless Launching

Building a customer avatar is an important step that every entrepreneur should go through. Many entrepreneurs avoid since it’s not a cake party. It’s time-consuming, and it calls for a lot of research. Finding your ideal client is essential because it helps you serve them to your best. The sad truth is, your customer avatar keeps evolving, and you too have to keep growing. Do you have a service/ product that you are about launch? Have you carried out a beta test? In our episode today, we are honored to have Susan Goebel tell us all that we need to know on how to build a customer avatar. Susan works with Bioscience Experts helping them gain clarity on how to bring their vision to reality. If you are wondering how you should go about identifying your ideal clients, this episode is for you. Susan breaks it down into simple, actionable steps. Listen in……… Key Points We Cover: Susan’s entrepreneurship journey How to build a customer avatar no matter what industry you're in How to conduct a beta test and why it's not something you have to do just once The challenge of a longer production cycle and keeping your finger on the pulse of your ideal customer Memorable Quotes From The Episode: “Before you get into a specific niche, make sure that somebody with a wallet is willing to pay for whatever that concept is.” “If you can get one customer, then there's a lot you can learn about why that person purchased and how to get more of that same person and similar people to actually do the same thing.” “When you involve your ideal customer or your potential customer in the whole development process. It just makes them feel like they, they have ownership of it.” “Reflection time is very important.” Connect With Susan: Susan Goebel on LinkedIn Book a session with Susan Susan Goebel's Website Additional Resources: Launch Roadmap Watch the Free Launch Masterclass

Welcome to Season 2 of The Fearless Launching Podcast! Today, we’re talking about podcasts...specifically things to consider if you want to create a podcast, why we took an almost 3-month hiatus, and how to link your podcast to your products and services… Important: If you want to be on one of our brand new hot-seat style episodes, get coaching from me, and are willing to be live on the podcast...stay tuned and get on my mailing list so you’ll know when we put the call out! Screenshot your phone or another device where you’re listening today and share it on social. Tag me @annesamoilov and @fearlesslaunchingshow and let us know your 1 takeaway from today’s episode! Visit my site for more details here: https://annesamoilov.com [Book] How To Be A Capitalist Without Any Capital Asana Trello Fearless Launching: https://fearlesslaunching.com The Message Lab: https://annesamoilov.com/messagelabwait Free Launch Roadmap: https://annesamoilov.com/launch-roadmap Join our Free Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/groups/fearlesslaunchinglounge

We're often told to invest in your business, yourself, work on your mindset... Always be educating yourself. Be coachable. You may have been encouraged to join a mastermind group to lift and be lifted by your fellow members. Over the years I've had some incredible mentors... In today's episode, I'm sharing 8 lessons I learned as a result of investing in myself and my business. These are not lessons you might expect from being in any type of online group program...and they aren't the tangibles outcomes I expected! I get personal here and you may be surprised to see that Anne isn't always the cheerful, positive, always pushing/planning, generous type! I'm willing to show these parts of myself to you...because I was willing to really look at myself and the things holding me back. I'm not proud of some of my reactions, but I know there was growth, because as soon as I started to acknowledge those shadow parts of myself...things changed. I hope you'll also be inspired to take a look at yourself too! Make sure to get on The Message Lab™ waitlist right now if you want to learn how to face yourself, share yourself, and then communicate with more clarity during your launches! https://annesamoilov.com/messagelabwait