The Mind Your Business Podcast

Today's case study of the week reveals 12 months of lessons from an entrepreneur who hired her first employee one year ago. My special guest is Nicole Begley, who is in an awesome and unique niche. She is not only a pet photographer, but Nicole actually teaches and coaches other people building the same type of business. In this episode you'll hear all about her journey and specifically how she let go of the small, "busy" tasks that weren't generating revenue, in order to truly step into the role of the digital CEO! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore, and Nicole, @hairofthedogblog. I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review on Apple Podcasts, http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: How Nicole took her passion and transitioned to the online space When she knew that she had a viable online business and what her first launch looked like What led to Nicole hiring her first employee in 2018 and some of the stories she was telling herself around getting help The biggest mistakes she's made along the way and the lessons that came with them How Nicole is approaching the hiring of her next employee and what she's looking at instead of just the cost Her one big piece of advice for all entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/269

If you're a listener of the podcast you know I've talked about the role of your identity before, and I'm excited to bring you today's show because I'll be going deeper into this concept (and actually revealing how you can change your identity)! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore! I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review on Apple Podcasts, http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: The "Be-Do-Have" model and why it matters How a lot of us are placing our worth and opinion of ourselves in the hands of the wrong people Why our beliefs can be so tricky and the questions we should be asking ourselves around them The reasons that just having more knowledge won't get you to where you want to be What the concept of the "Phantom Identity" is and who is the generator of your identity The actual steps I take to choose and create a new identity for myself For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/268

We're capping off the week of Jasmine Star with a #BizTipFriday episode, where she will be showing us how to slide into our prospects' DMs in order to make more sales on Instagram! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Jasmine, @jameswedmore and @jasminestar! I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review on Apple Podcasts, http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: Why I love Instagram so much these days, and what was the turning point for me and my team when using it Jasmine's thoughts on the upcoming changes to both Facebook and Instagram What studies are showing about how people use Instagram The difference between a "popular" Instagram account and a profitable one The 5 sales conversations that can be had in Instagram DM For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/267

The week of Jasmine Star continues today, and in this episode she will be sharing how to pivot when a launch is failing. Jasmine walks us through the steps she took when she noticed that her recent launch wasn't going as planned, and how she saved it from what could have been dubbed as a "failure." Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Jasmine, @jameswedmore and @jasminestar! I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review on Apple Podcasts, http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: The "light bulb moment" Jasmine realized what the disconnect was with her audience How a CEO handles issues that arise differently than an entrepreneur would The pivot she made with 48 hours to go which saved her launch Why an irresistible offer is so important, and how she presented hers to her audience The biggest takeaways for Jasmine during this launch experience A sneak peek of what you'll hear on Friday's #BizTip episode with Jasmine For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/265

It's here! This is the week of Jasmine Star, and she is here in Wedmore HQ to record not one, but three podcast episodes that will be airing this week! Jasmine is a photography and business strategist who empowers entrepreneurs to build a brand, market on social media and create a life that they love, and she was actually one of the very first people to join my mastermind group four years ago. In this episode you'll hear Jasmine's story, complete with the struggles she's faced, and who she's had to become to step into the role CEO of her business. Over the years I've challenged Jasmine's belief systems in a big way, and you'll hear how she now knows that how sees business is what determines what is possible. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Jasmine, @jameswedmore and @jasminestar! I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review on Apple Podcasts, http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: How being so open and coachable has helped fuel the tremendous growth of her business What had to happen for Jasmine to reframe how she thought of both success and failure Her real motivation and the big shifts she made to generate a new 7-figure revenue stream in less than 12 months How Jasmine now trusts the process and uses gratitude The power of a mastermind and what became clear to her by being in one How the "death of the entrepreneur" led to the "birth of the CEO" for Jasmine For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/265

I have another case study of the week for you today, and this episode is all about what to do when your launch fails! You'll meet one of our students, Laurie Wright, who found herself in this situation and yet she didn't let it define her or her business. You're going to hear exactly how Laurie not only pivoted, but turned this "failure" into her advantage. Oh, did I mention that Laurie is doing this as a 60-year old entrepreneur, and works a full-time job? Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Laurie, @jameswedmore and @not_your_average_grandma! I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: Why Laurie is "not your average grandma" and how her business has exploded over the past 7 months Her results from a successful beta launch of her course and what she did to achieve them The adversity faced from a second launch that didn't go so well, and how it led Laurie to create a membership site What giving up would have meant to Laurie (and why she didn't do it) What's next for her and her advice for someone that finds themself struggling while launching Laurie's "Mount Everest Exercise" and how you can incorporate it into your life too For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/264

Are you wondering what is the most effective way to create engagement and connection with your audience? Laura Belgray is the founder of Talking Shrimp, and she is an award-winning copywriting expert who is here to reveal the answer! You may know Laura as the right hand woman/copywriter/producer for Marie Forleo and some of the biggest names in the online space, but now she's stepping out in a BIG WAY and she wants you to be unapologetically you in your own business too. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Laura, @jameswedmore and @talkingshrimpnyc! 75 I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: How Laura got her "accidental" start in the online business world Her experiences working behind-the-scenes with Marie Forleo and the valuable lessons she's taken from it The process of Laura becoming her own brand and stepping out from the shadows What her journey has looked like to become a better public speaker and how she realized that perfect isn't necessary How Laura started doing spiritual work and where she thinks that others are going wrong with it Her creative process and advice for people to tap into their own brilliance Ways to get noticed in a crowded online space! For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/263

Today's case study of the week showcases one of the most bizarre niches you've ever heard of, guaranteed. Cathy Hay has been building her online business for the past 12 years, and what she shares today about her journey will totally change your perception of what's possible for you too! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Cathy, @jameswedmore and @cathy.hay! I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: Cathy's very unique niche and the people she serves in it What indicators told her she could turn her passion into a very successful business The power of a specific niche and how Cathy finds her ideal clients What happened when she launched her membership site in 2007 and the transitions in the business she has made since then Her thoughts on becoming a successful entrepreneur as an introvert How she grew her membership site from 100 to 1,000 members, including the recent launch where she grew it by 50% The biggest struggles Cathy has faced on her personal growth journey What hiring the right team will allow you to do, and why no matter what, passion will get you through any situation For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/262

You may resonate with today's episode if a person, or people, close to you aren't supportive of your business goals and visions. If this is the case, what do you do then? I have a different perspective to offer here, and one that may surprise you, so keep an open mind and remember that your success is inevitable. It's just a matter of time! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: An experience where a family member's faith in my business was tested How the doubters have fueled my dreams (and told me I was on the right path to achieve them) Why the opinions of others should have no bearing on your results A significant way that an entrepreneur's mindset differs from that of an employee What someone else's lack of belief in you is a reflection of How we know when we have the belief in ourselves that is necessary to succeed For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/261

Success leaves clues, and today's episode is jam packed with them! I'm excited to be sharing with you my conversation with Brooke Castillo, the CEO and co-founder of The Life Coach School, as well as host of the massively popular show of the same name. You're going to hear Brooke's journey of how she took her business to over $17 million last year, and her BIG 10-year vision of generating $100 million annually! To get to the level of an 8, 9 or 10-figure entrepreneur you need to starting thinking differently, and the sooner you realize this the sooner you will achieve your next milestone, whatever it may be. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: How Brooke got into coaching and why she feels The Life Coach School is the best of it's kind What a coach is to her and what separates successful people from those who aren't The mindset shifts she's undertaking to achieve her goal of $100 million Whether of not Brooke still gets coaching herself from others Why being happy all the time isn't what we should be striving for The tools she's found that helps her own anxiety and the model that she teaches others That we really don't need permission from others to change how we think about ourselves The real secret to getting to where you want to go For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/260

I've been looking forward to doing this episode, because the Law of Attraction is something that absolutely works, but it's also something that people totally screw up! It really comes down to being mindful of how you feel right now, and what thoughts you choose to think, and today I smash the accepted idea of a "comfort zone." So if you are a skeptic. or even if you are someone who already practices using the Law of Attraction, I hope this episode offers something for you! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: What is the Law of Attraction, and how to know when you're not using it How to change your frequency and why this is so important Where people go wrong with the Law of Attraction and why I say the critics are absolutely right When is the right time to use it in your life What you comfort zone really is, and who created it An opportunity I recently had for a powerful breakthrough The one reason why I've achieved what I define as "success" For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/259

Today's case study is with an extraordinary entrepreneur, and mom of 4 kids, Amber Brueseke. You're going to hear Amber journey from being someone with no corporate background, to now a 6-figure entrepreneur (and growing quickly!) as the founder of Biceps After Babies. After building her business up to almost $200,000 a year doing just 1-on-1 coaching, Amber made the leap to 1-to-many, and is now on track for over $400,000 in revenue this year! The transition wasn't without it's struggles and mindset shifts though, and I'm so excited to have you hear how she did it on today's episode. The Recurring Revolution is back! To find up more, go to http://jameswedmore.com/tribe. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Amber, @jameswedmore and @biceps.after.babies. I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: How what Amber does is so much more than just weight loss for women – and why she loves doing it Why she says she became an "accidental entrepreneur" What it looked like when she was just offering 1-on-1 services and what had to happen to realize she needed a change Amber's advice around pricing and how her relationship with money has changed over the years What she did this year to fix her offer and messaging How to know if your offer is the right one to be pursuing Amber's advice for someone wanting to make the leap to 1-to-many and my own experiences in doing it Making the jump – with the least amount of risk as possible For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/258

Today's guest is someone who I've gotten to know recently, and you're going to love hearing her story of explosive, out-of-this world growth. Julie Solomon is the host of the super-popular Influencer Podcast, and she shares how she's been get to where she is today, and also what she needs to change in her life moving forward. Julie is open in that like all of us, she doesn't have everything figured out yet, and for that reason, this is one of my favorite episodes to record. I love talking with people who are not only crushing it, but are also willing to share their struggles and the lessons learned along the way. The Recurring Revolution is back! To find up more, go to http://jameswedmore.com/tribe. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Julie, @jameswedmore and @julssolomon. I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: The way Julie got her start in the online space back in 2013 How she was able to monetize her first blog, even without a large following The story of her first online program and the why she created her podcast What Julie attributes the tremendous growth of her business to What happened when she realized she needed to show up authentically to her audience and start surrendering to something bigger The role of an influencer and coach - and what that person isn't How Julie is now letting go of things this year and the biggest fear she discovered she had The big question she is now asking herself… For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/257

Colin Boyd is back as our special guest for this #BizTipFriday episode, and he's going to share his 6-step journey to selling from stage! As a bonus, Colin is offering listeners his incredible step-by-step guide for instantly finding and telling your signature story, so that you can connect with your audience and get more clients (without being sales-y or pushy). To get this guide, all you have to do is go to http://www.sellwithstoryguide.com/. The Recurring Revolution is back! To find up more, go to http://jameswedmore.com/tribe. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Colin, @jameswedmore and @colinboyd. I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: What the 3 levels of a stage are and what happens when you master selling from it Two amazing tips that Colin gave me that have helped me tremendously over the years with my own selling from stage How Colin learned that you needed to focus on more than just yourself when speaking The way to structure an effective presentation, and an example of how to utilize the stage at a level of mastery Your presentation literally has everything to do with this one thing… Purpose and the role of your story in the selling from stage process For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/256

My extraordinary guest today is my friend and Inner Circle Mastermind member, Colin Boyd, and he's here to share what really makes a person successful. If you're looking to make more money and impact with what you do, you've come to the right place! As a special bonus, Colin will be joining us again this Friday for a #BizTipFriday episode, where he'll be revealing his best strategies for crushing a presentation or speech. Trust me, you're not going to want to miss that one! The Recurring Revolution is back! To find up more, go to http://jameswedmore.com/tribe. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Colin, @jameswedmore and @colinboyd. I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: Colin's own journey to step out as a personal brand and what he has learned about the importance confidence along the way The amazing shifts that can occur when you decide to shift your focus What he did to commit to what he believes about himself – and why it mattered so much How to open yourself up to the magic when speaking your message to others The 5 key things that are true for all successful people For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/255

Do you find yourself fearing that your business success, and everything you've built so far, isn't going to last? Maybe you feel like your business is already crashing down around you? These are things that I've felt and I've questioned since started my entrepreneurial journey, and what I share with you today has the opportunity to completely transform the relationship you have with your business. Make sure to stay tuned to the end of this episode, because I'll be going through a special guided meditation that you can refer back to whenever you find these doubts creeping back into your mind! The Recurring Revolution is back on April 25th, 2019! To find up more, go to http://jameswedmore.com/tribe. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: The fear may be there, but you'll just have to dig deep to be see it How holding on to those negative emotions is really holding you back The way that you show up for others has everything to do with your success How powerful your thoughts and past experiences can be What I did to get past the fear of my business crashing down The one thing that all entrepreneurs must make sure they master A powerful guided meditation and visualization exercise that you can start doing today to beat the fears and doubts you may have For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/254

Today we're talking all about raises, salaries and bonuses, and Jilly's back to help me answer a listener question around these topics. There are lots of different ways to compensate an individual, but as you'll hear, it's not always about money for him or her. As digital CEOs, it's our responsibility to figure out what each team member is looking for, and then to help foster the greatness within each of them! The Recurring Revolution is back on April 25th, 2019! To find up more, go to http://jameswedmore.com/tribe Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag us, @jameswedmore and @jillycedeno. We would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: The different way we approach compensating our team members Our philosophy on raises, and why we never "hand" someone a promotion Two types of bonuses you could use and examples of how we use each of them How gross revenue does not equal net revenue, and the way this factors into what people are paid What really motivates a team member – beyond just money My goal for every single person that every works in our organization Why it's essential to create an open environment in which your people can communicate with you For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/253

I couldn't think of a better title for this episode, and I know it's a bold claim, but this case study with Tara Walsh is the most inspiring case study we've featured here on the podcast! Tara Walsh is " The Lashpreneur," and she's one of our extraordinary Business By Design students. She opens up in a real and authentic way today about how she took her struggling membership that was generating $2,000 a month, and in just one year, now has a thriving membership generating $30,000 of recurring revenue – each month! This is a story of real life and how a wife and mother navigates it, while not letting anything stop her along the way. The Recurring Revolution is back on April 25th, 2019! To find up more, go to http://jameswedmore.com/tribe Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Tara, @jameswedmore and @thelashpreneur. We would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: Why Tara was going to shut down her membership, and what ultimately kept her going How this last year has been on of the most challenging of her entire life What having a successful membership with recurring revenue has allowed Tara to do Why she says she can't stop being an entrepreneur and the way she realized this How Tara discovered who she really is and the lessons she learned by not hitting a big goal she had set The importance of focusing on, and maintaining, your mental health at all times For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/252

Are you finding yourself playing the role of entrepreneur, but you are consistently suffering and blaming yourself? Are you not valuing yourself, and facing major resistance and fear, which is preventing you from sharing the gifts you have with others? Our guest today is Paul Fishman, and what he reveals in this episode could be the answer! Paul is a self-love coach who is on a mission to empower and inspire humanity to love unconditionally, and to him, self-love is the best medicine. I couldn't agree more! The Recurring Revolution is back on April 25th, 2019! To find up more, go to http://jameswedmore.com/tribe Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Paul, @jameswedmore and @paulfishman. We would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: How self-care and self-love differ (but why the cannot operate without each other) Paul's own self-love journey, and the consequences he faced by not being his true authentic self The way we'll know when we are truly loving ourselves What happens when we don't have devotion to ourselves and the effect this has on our business His 4-step "P.A.U.L" strategy that can help you move through almost anything you're facing Examples of how he's helped his clients live authentically Why we should let our emotions be our guide, what we should be saying instead of "I'm sorry," Paul's word for 2019, and more! For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/251

This is a special #BizTipFriday episode, as I'm excited to bring you 7 extraordinary entrepreneurs to share their top tips and strategies for starting and building their memberships! Make sure to sign up for the free pop-up Facebook group at http://jameswedmore.com/membership, where you'll find more amazing training and resources on marketing and memberships. Don't delay, it will only be open for a few short weeks! The Recurring Revolution is back on April 25th, 2019! To find up more, go to http://jameswedmore.com/tribe. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. We would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/250

It's been awhile since we've done a case study on the podcast, but you're going to love this one. One of my favorite things to do is bring you course creators and coaches that are crushing it, and Tamiko Kelly is someone who is doing just that! Tamiko helps tired moms get their babies to sleep through the night, and she's been able to build a very successful online business doing this. It's no coincidence that her relationship with money has played a huge part in her journey, and in this episode you're going to hear how reframing the way she looks at money has contributed to the results she's achieved. You can learn so much from Tamiko's story and what she has to share here, regardless of what niche your operate in! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Tamiko, @jameswedmore and @iamtamikokelly. We would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: How Tamiko helps her clients and why the work she does is so important for each family she works with The changes she's seen in her business since joining Business By Design and clarified her vision Her experiences in building a team in helping her to achieve this vision The stories Tamiko told herself when she decided to move her business online What she attributes her success to and the advice she has for new entrepreneurs Why Tamiko believes that money is never wasted and how she transformed the way she relates with money For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/249

My special guest in the new Team Wedmore HQ is Tiffany Lee Bymaster, aka Coach Glitter. She helps online entrepreneurs all over the world get seen and get heard through the power of live video, and I know I've learned a ton about this topic from her! This is an amazing conversation we have today, because it's a peek behind the curtains of entrepreneurship. Tiffany bravely shares the stuff we usually don't see, including her fears and doubts, and how entrepreneurship can at times, be UGLY. She has never let this stop her though, and this "work in progress" is just getting started! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Tiffany, @jameswedmore and @coachglitter. We would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: How Coach Glitter got her start in the online space as a course creator after building a successful offline business, and the growth she's had (so far) Why live video has been such a powerful too for her to grow her business What her own personal growth has led to for her students and customers and the one realization she says "shook her" The reasons why defining who you are based on your accomplishments is so dangerous What's behind the fear of failing that many entrepreneurs, including myself, have had How 8 out of 10 businesses fail (but it doesn't have to be this way) What being vulnerable is – and isn't For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/248

Today my special guest is here to share a revolutionary approach to working LESS, getting into a flow state and getting MORE done! My dear friend Kate Northrup is the author of Money: A Love Story, and Do Less: A Revolutionary Approach to Time Management for Busy Moms (which drops tomorrow)! This episode is a game changer for anyone looking to get more out of work and life, and to not do it by being busy, or hustling more. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Kate, @jameswedmore and @katenorthrup. We would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: Why we as a culture are so obsessed with being busy and the main reason that working harder isn't the answer What role our upbringing, and even our DNA, plays in our mindset around this Why most time management systems don't work for women Kate's Upward Cycle of Success and how you can apply it to your life and work A weekly planning ritual you can use and the questions to ask yourself when doing this The ways that Kate is able to actually work less and make more How we can start looking at time differently The key to saying 'No' – and not feeling bad about it Her thoughts on meeting our deadlines with integrity, while honoring ourselves in the process For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/247

"Creating Success From The Inside Out" isn't just the tagline for The Mind Your Business Podcast, it's what I strive for every single day in my life! In this episode I want to share how you can live this way too, because if you don't work on what's inside of you, everything on the outside really won't matter. Living from the inside out starts with realizing that you absolutely can feel the way you want to feel right now, even when it feels like you can't! "Creating Success From The Inside Out" isn't just the tagline for The Mind Your Business Podcast, it's what I strive for every single day in my life! In this episode I want to share how you can live this way too, because if you don't work on what's inside of you, everything on the outside really won't matter. Living from the inside out starts with realizing that you absolutely can feel the way you want to feel right now, even when it feels like you can't! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. We would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: • How most of us are living our lives backwards • What living from the inside out looks like, and how I first learned of it • The ways our egos often trick us and work against us • The turning point when everything started to change for me • What's behind every single desire you have, and why you need to be aware of this • Tools that you can use to start living from the inside out – today For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/246

Did you know that there are beliefs that you've been holding that have been limiting your true potential? This is something that affects everyone, and in this episode Jilly and I will be showing you how to identify the limiting beliefs that have been driving much of your behavior, actions and the decisions you make on a daily basis. Once you learn how to do this, then you'll start seeing your beliefs, and the beliefs of others, everywhere, and know how to rewire your thinking in order to reach your goals. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. We would also love if you subscribed to the podcast and left a review at http://jameswedmore.com/itunes. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: How being aware that you have limiting beliefs, along with taking radical responsibility for your results, is critical for your success Why I value impact more than income, and the relationship between these two things That beliefs predicate behaviors and actions, and why knowing this will change your entire life What is a belief and how it is structured Where our beliefs will serve (and not serve) us The two types of beliefs that exist and examples of common beliefs we have For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/245

Ever wonder how much you should be paying your team members? There are many different options available, and some of them may surprise you! In today's #BizTipFriday episode, Jilly and I will be answering this question from a listener and giving a behind-the-scenes of what we do here on Team Wedmore - and why we do it. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: How money isn't always someone's motivation for joining a team The first step when it comes to deciding what to pay your team members How to set clarity and expectations – from the start The ways we "gamify the process" and incentivize with bonuses What sets our team, and coaches, apart from others And much more! For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/244

If you have a personal brand, are a course creator, author, speaker or anyone looking to get their message out to the world, you're going to benefit from what Jilly and I have to share with you today. Why? Because this episode is dedicated to helping you create and unleash the BEST content that you have inside of you! It's that time of year again where our team is going to work on our epic video series, Rise of the Digital CEO, and I'll be taking you through the process (and phases) that we go through to bring it to life, along with the lessons we've learned along the way. Don't forget to mark your calendar for the premiere on July 29th, 2019! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: What role our content plays in our businesses Why doing something for longer won't necessarily make you better than others How your content relates to your sales process The tools I use when I struggle with creating new content Where you will find your best source for content The four phases of my creative process What I mean when I say you need to give yourself "permission to be messy" How to reach more people and help them at a deeper level The secret to attracting a great team – and why this matters so much For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/243

In this episode I'm joined by my good friend, and returning guest to the podcast, Mel Abraham, to discuss something that no one seems to be talking about. You're going to hear why being a successful entrepreneur means so much more than just making money! This is a longer episode, but one that really is required listening for anyone in business. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: My own past money issues that I've worked through and how I did it What we should be looking for instead of just more money The common mistakes Mel sees entrepreneurs making when it comes to their money mindsets A way to reframe how we view taxes and the investments we make in our business What the "Profit First" system is all about How fixed and variable costs differ and the importance of knowing this What amount we should be putting away for the future and a good profit margin goal to aim for Why someone being an "overnight success" is a myth For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/242

Have you ever stopped to consider why you set a goal, what that goal really means and what it's telling you? In this special episode, Jilly and I are answering a listener's question around goal setting. We share the process we used last year to set a HUGE goal that we didn't quite hit, but that still allowed us to massively grow the company - and enjoy ourselves in the process! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: Why we can't forget self-compassion when we don't hit our goals What we are really telling ourselves when we say that we're attached to a particular goal What it says about you when you reach, or don't reach, the goal that you set How your attachment to a goal is affecting your ability to be present with your audience and is getting in the way of communicating with them The internal process I went through when we set an annual revenue goal last year of $10 million A big realization I made around the CEO/mentor role and how it affected my team as well as myself A guaranteed way to make more money this year than you did last year For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/241

How do you focus on just one thing, when there's so many things to choose from? Today I'm joined again by Jilly for another #BizTipFriday episode, and we're going to help answer this question for you. Just remember, it's never about doing all the things at once, and once you get clarity in this area of your business you're going to notice amazing results! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: What happens in an organization that doesn't have focus A guiding principle that Jilly uses daily The first step to take and question to ask to get focus The reason we always do things in 90 day cycles How I sabotaged myself early on in my business (and what I do now instead) Tools we use in our business that you can start using today The only two things you really need for a successful launch What we do when we relaunch a product Our "3 Prong Leverage" approach How Jilly determines what to focus on and an example of this in action For full show notes and links, visit: http://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/240

Maybe you run a membership site, or you're thinking of starting one, and you're wondering how to make it as successful (and easy to operate!) as possible? Today we're going to reveal the biggest mistake that membership site owners make, and here to share their experiences are Justin and Mike Brown of Primal Video. As you'll find out, they actually built a membership site the wrong way and shut it down, only to go back to the drawing board and relaunch it on their own terms! To get Justin and Mike's guide, Learn to Shoot Amazing Videos with iPhone or Android, go to http://jameswedmore.com/primal. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: Justin and Mike's origin story and how they were introduced to a completely different way of doing business What kept them going in the early days of their business when they weren't getting a lot of views on their videos Why they made the decision to shut down their membership site and what they realized was happening in the group How Justin and Mike started over from scratch and created the membership that they would want to be a part of The difference in how the relaunched membership feels versus the one they use to operate Their advice for anyone that's looking to start a membership and the major pitfalls to avoid For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/239

Jilly Cedeño from Team Wedmore joins me again today on the podcast, and in this episode we're talking all about manifesting. What if we were to tell you that the key to manifesting wasn't feeling good all the time? Well it isn't, and we're here to crush this misconception. This episode will be a game changer that takes your manifesting game to the next level! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: Why Jilly is such a fan of buying courses How we bring manifestation into our business and what she's learned the most about it What the movies can teach us about the need for conflict and having a full range of emotions What to focus on instead of just "feeling good" How we bring gratitude into our lives and why we do this What a limiting belief really is and why feeling bad isn't a bad thing For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/238

For this #BizTipFriday episode, I have a very special guest with me. Jilly Cedeño is my #2 at Team Wedmore, or as she says, my "sidekick", and she's going to help us answer a question we get all the time. Who do you hire first? You're not only going to hear why this is the wrong question to be asking, but we'll also be sharing what the right one to ask is, and then answering this important question for you! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: The way that Jilly joined our team and what her main role in the company is now What can happen when you don't have someone in this role for your business What is an "A-Player" and some of the characteristics this person will possess Examples of how Jilly took the initiative when she first joined the team How to be resourceful and results-driven The way most entrepreneurs hire first and why it's wrong For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/237

Today's case study is with my friend Jennifer Berson, a retired lawyer who has gained the ultimate clarity and simplicity in her business! Not only are you going to hear about her one single Instagram Story that generated $18,000 in revenue, but in this episode Jennifer reveals her entire journey and how she broke away from others' expectations to make her own path in life. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: Why Jennifer started her PR business 15 years ago and why her business now gives her an "ideal life" The reason she loves Instagram so much and some of the strategies she's used to sell her program A mindset shift that led to massive business growth for Jennifer The crossroads she found herself at and how she got through it to get to where she is today Key questions that you need to ask yourself today What's next for Jennifer on her journey For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/236

In this new segment I call "7-Figure Sessions", I'm talking with 7-figure entrepreneur Selena Soo about what it takes to maximize visibility for you and your brand. As you'll hear, I really resonate with Selena because not only has she impacted millions, but she's doing it as an introvert, like myself! If you'd like to learn more about how Selena can help you maximize visibility, go to http://jameswedmore.com/selena! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: How making one connection literally changed Selena's life The way she was able to build true relationships with the people she had admired from afar What she feels is one of the most important factors for being a successful entrepreneur Selena's first experience generating leveraged income and the fears and doubts she had around it Her 3 big lessons for maximizing visibility Collaboration versus competition… What to do if someone is giving you something, but with strings attached For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/235

Are you ready to start using the true power of your subconscious mind? In this episode I'm speaking with certified hypnotist Doug O'Brien on how to use hypnosis to reprogram your life. This is something that we haven't talked much about on the podcast, but I've used it for years and what Doug has to share today can help all of us improve our daily performance! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: • How Doug's view of hypnosis differs from most, and the science behind why hypnosis works • How long it can take to get results from hypnosis and the areas of your life where you can apply it • His process for self-hypnosis and the benefits you could see from doing it too • The relationship between your "monkey mind" and subconscious mind • Why hypnosis is effective in shifting beliefs • What havening is all about and how you can start doing it • An example of how hypnosis has helped me in my own life For full show notes and links, visit: http://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/234

Are there areas in your business that you're going ALL IN on? That's good, because that's where you'll see the most growth, and in today's episode, I'll be sharing the 5 areas of focus that will be making the most difference for us in 2019! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: What I mean when I saw that less can actually be more Why I feel that Instagram is one of the most powerful tools available right now for businesses What having a podcast has done for my business and why it'll continue to be a major focus this year Why it's so important to be sharing stories of your customers, and what doing this can help you avoid as a personal brand What people want (and it's not your content)… How teaching differs from coaching and why it matters For full show notes and links, visit: http://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/233

In this case study episode I'll be introducing you to Allison Marshall, and if you've ever struggled with anxiety in your personal or professional life, what she has to share will inspire you in so many ways. Not only has Allison been able to significantly reduce the number of hours that she is working, but she's 3x'd her revenue in the process. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: What doing the inner work has allowed Allison to do How who she is now is so much different than who she was just a few short years ago Why "feeling good" has made such a big impact on Allison's life The reason that working more does not guarantee success Why Allison put off hiring help for so long and what getting support in her business has meant to her What she's been able to manifest and how it's resulted in bigger possibilities for her future For full show notes and links, visit: http://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/232

Do you find yourself overthinking all of the time? In this episode I'm going to explain why we overthink, and to help you (once and for all!) stop doing it. Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: About an experience I recently had at BBD Live and the lessons I learned from it The very first question I want you to ask yourself Why we work on 90-day cycles A story from my past that showed my need for permission from others Where the true transformation can be found…. For full show notes and links, visit: http://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/231

Today's case study is of an online entrepreneur who 3X'd her revenue in just 12 months! Sigrun has been a member of our Inner Circle Mastermind for 3 years now, and it's been so inspiring to watch her grow. In this episode, Sigrun not only shares how she's been able to do this, but she proves how vital a big vision really is. She's not afraid to believe in hers – why should you be? Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: • How Sigrun started her online business and the lesson she learned on raising her prices • What mindset shifts she had to make to hit 7-figures • What her coaching schedule looks like now versus when she first started • How Sigrun identified a gap in the marketplace and what she did to fill it • Her launch strategy for 6-figure launches • How she comes up with million dollar ideas and then acts on them • Her big visions for 2019 and beyond – and why it's so powerful to tell others about your dreams For full show notes and links, visit: http://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/230

Ready to Live BIG? In this episode I'm speaking with Ajit Nawalkha, who's literally wrote the book on this subject with his latest work, Live Big: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Passion, Practicality, and Purpose. Today Ajit shares his knowledge on intuition, leadership and so much more in this thought-provoking conversation! Are you ready to create your Business by Design this year? Be the first in line when the program opens by joining the waiting list at https://www.businessbydesigntraining.net/! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: Ajit's amazing journey from humble beginnings to successful entrepreneur What "Living Big" is all about – and what it isn't Why following your passion is incomplete advice What is "Intuitive intelligence" and the mistakes a lot of people make with it The reasons you really don't need to be working that hard Don't get too excited about success…. How Ajit incorporates spirituality into his life His insights about thoughts about leadership For full show notes and links, visit: http://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/229

Today's special #BizTipFriday episode features returning guest and friend Christian Mickelsen, and he'll be sharing a simple 3-step strategy for creating big money – FAST! If you want to learn more about the amazing content that Christian shares on this episode and his upcoming Free Sessions That Sell Workshop that starts January 15th, 2019, go to http://jameswedmore.com/getclients! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: Christian's 3-step process for getting high-paying clients The types of offers you can make using his strategy and how to handle price objections The biggest mistakes Christian sees coaches making that is holding them back What his mission in life is and why he does what he does for coaches Why coaching can be one of the trickiest things to market, but easiest to sell The amazing things you can expect from his upcoming workshop The significant mindset work Christian has undertaken to charge $100k (and more!) for his services For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/228

Today I'm talking to entrepreneur Andrea Ames on the two shifts she made to make her first launch possible. If you've been sitting on your hands and waiting to start something, this episode is for you! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: • What was keeping Andrea from taking action and how she overcame the resistance • The two massive mindset shifts she made last year • How fear will mask itself using logic • What really matters even more than results • How Andrea is seeing herself (and her business) differently now and the new story she tells herself around her ability to sell For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/227

On today's show I'll not only be revealing why it's absolutely critical for you to master your vibration, but I'll be sharing how you can do it and the ways your life will change as a result! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: What it means to "master your vibration" and what your emotions will tell you about it Why you should make mastering your vibration a priority What happens when you blame external circumstances and what should be determining your emotional state How to start creating a new relationship with your emotions The biggest killer of dreams and what entrepreneurs should be looking for And more! For full show notes and links, visit: http://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/226

Today's guest for this special Wednesday's episode is my friend, and member of our mastermind group, Erin Sanderson. As you'll hear in this episode, Erin knows how to build an extraordinary community and business, and she quite literally, is a rock star! Get ready for a story of someone who launched a mastermind in less than two weeks and got her first 110 members in 48 hours – with just one email. If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me and Erin, @jameswedmore and @fitrockerchick! I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! In the episode you'll hear: About Erin's transition from a fitness to a lifestyle business Why she decided on a membership model and how she approached the email to sell it The reason she refers to it as a "girl gang" and what the group has given to the members and Erin personally Her hesitations in sharing her story here today What really motivates and drives Erin Exciting developments in her business for this year that you do not want to miss For full show notes and links, visit: http://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/225

Today I'm speaking with award-winning author Jonathan Fields about a simple test that can help you uncover your life's purpose! Jonathan will be revealing the 10 core drivers that he's discovered through his years of research, and you'll discover just how valuable knowing yours will be to yourself, as well as for the people that you work with. You can take Jonathan's assessment at http://sparketype.com and after you've answered the questions, let us know what your Sparketype is by sharing it with both of us on Instagram, @jameswedmore and @jonathanfields! In the episode you'll hear: What is a "Sparketype" and Jonathan's fascinating research around it What knowing your Sparketype will allow you to do in your personal and professional life Why the process of creation means so much to Jonathan The 10 core drivers that he's discovered through years of research The first steps to take after determining what your core drive is Whether or not he feels it's formed by nature or nurture, the role of societal expectations and more For full show notes and links, visit: http://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/224

Today I'm speaking with coach, social psychologist, and author Dr. Amy Johnson about the how to use your brain to tap into your fullest potential. Today I'm speaking with coach, social psychologist, and author Dr. Amy Johnson about the how to use your brain to tap into your fullest potential. This is a fantastic episode that will help you create a new relationship with your brain and your thoughts in order to let go of anxiety and the things that are holding you back. This conversation is really about looking at who you are, and what is possible for you. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore! In the episode you'll hear: • What is willpower and why it won't help you realize lasting change • How a shift in insight could drastically change someone's life (and did for Amy) • Why we should view our brain as a machine • How we'll be able to tell when we're caught up in our thoughts • The ways that feelings relate to thoughts • Her thoughts on a "bigger you", or higher self • How Amy worked through her own challenges in her personal life and life as an entrepreneur For full show notes and links, visit: http://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/223

Today's episode is different than most, as my guest is a current student of ours who is sharing the 10 lessons that she took from working us this year. As you'll hear, what she learned and used in 2018 massively shifted the direction of her business, and she's just getting started! Fernanda Lind Echenique is a mother 3 three who also has a full-time job, and she has been able to build a phenomenal business in a very short period of time. If you take the lessons she has learned and use them in your business, it can help you do the same! GIVEAWAY! If you've ever wanted to come to California and attend our Business By Design Live event- NOW'S YOUR CHANCE!! You could win an all-expense paid trip to beautiful Laguna Beach and kick-off 2019 with me at my exclusive event Business by Design LIVE on January!! And in case you haven't heard on the podcast yet, Kathrin Zenkina from @ManifestationBabe will be one of our GUEST SPEAKER at the event!! Read details below: #BBDlive is a content-packed, business-transforming event, for online business owners and course/content creators who are looking to monetize their products. And it's usually only available to the members of my flagship business and marketing program #BusinessByDesign But, through this giveaway, ONE lucky winner, either a member or not, will be able to join us with all expenses paid this January 2019 (16th to 18th). It's SUPER easy to participate. All you have to do is complete at least ONE of ANY of the following options! Option 1: Share a screenshot of the podcast on a story tagging James and using the giveaway hashtag #MindYourBusinessGiveaway Option 2: Like this post and leave a comment below tagging 3 entrepreneur friends and invite them to listen to the podcast and participate in the giveaway as well! :) Option 3: Post on your feed about the podcast, tag James and use the hashtag #MindYourBusinessGiveaway Option 4: Be subscribed to the Mind Your Business Podcast and send me screenshot (or photo) of your subscription through Instagram DMs! Option 5: Leave a review of the Mind Your Business Podcast, screenshot it or take a picture of it, and send it me through Instagram DMs! **Worth 2 Entries!!** And guess what!?!? There are UNLIMITED entries allowed which means UNLIMITED chances to win!! So, go nuts!! To be eligible, you need to: #1 Complete at least one of the ways to participate mentioned above by Monday, December 24th, at 9AM PT. #2 Be following me on Instagram @jameswedmore GRAND PRIZE: An all-expense-paid trip to come to California and a free ticket to attend #BBDlive in Oct 2018 (*) Consolation prizes: Three Laguna Care Packages with some special goodies! In the episode you'll hear: What inspired Fernanda to share with others what she's learned this year Why you should only be working with your ideal clients What she means when you need to "see people" and only speak to people's beliefs You aren't responsible for your students' results (or lack of them)…. How to tell when you're not operating in your zone of genius Be coachable! That we do have the power to create our own money – and destiny Listen within and always be asking great questions… For full show notes and links, visit: https://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/222

I'm back with another #BizTipFriday episode, and today we're looking at the only thing that you need in order to have a breakthrough year in 2019! I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore! In the episode you'll hear: What is linear growth and what it is an indicator of The type of growth we should be after in 2019 Why you'll want to start the new year with a "blank canvas" A practical exercise to help give us completion on the year that just passed What's really getting in the way of our success The broken strategy I used during the early years of business and what I do now that has radically transformed my life For full show notes and links, visit: http://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/221

In today's episode I'll be talking with one super busy mom who's done over 500 live webinars and built and amazing business! April Perry of Learn | Do | Become has achieved tremendous results and created a huge impact and community, and you'll hear the story today of how she's done it. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for the Listener Question of the Week edition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode! If you enjoy this episode and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @jameswedmore! In the episode you'll hear: What April does, who she helps and why she does it How it all started with one simple post and a unique viral marketing strategy Her webinar strategy and how she was able to at one point, do 6 live webinars each week What April says was the turning point for her business The way she was able to shift her language and shift her money mindset Why she now thinks of "problems" as "projects" How she's been able to build a thriving business as a busy mom For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/220