Made for More with Amanda Kolbye

We are in our 100th episode of The Made For More Podcast and to switch it up this week we are dissecting and going into full detail of the past three years of business. A behind-the-scenes evolution, what my business has looked liked over the years, changes, and getting into the nitty gritty breakdown of the successful and maybe not so successful moments of being in in this business over the years.  In this episode, we cover… Year one, two and three teams breakdown Business growth and scaling Investing year by year Restructing and building again What I am focusing on now My biggest lessons after each year   "It too so much effort on the backend to maintain it, because when you have a business of the scale of half a million to one million, it's not just relying on you. You're not just running the show, and it's not even people, it's the infrastucture that needs to be able to handle it in a smooth way."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, feel free to share this episode with your friends! There are so many amazing women waiting to discover the Laptop Lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes. If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-use-fear-as-the-driving-force-to-realizing/id1529443551?i=1000527085386 Summary There are two big things that hold people back from getting what they want: priorities and assessment/fear of risk. We often tell ourselves we really want something but our actions say otherwise in that we are likely not truly prioritizing the actions needed to change. So they hard question becomes not just "how bad do you really want this?" but "how bad do you really want this in regards to what you will have to trade or sacrifice to prioritize and achieve that thing?" Lastly, we provide a new way to think about risk, because most people only think about risk from one side. Our Favorite Quotes "I think a lot of us get stuck at wanting to see the top of the staircase, before we've ever taken the first or second step." "That bold, messy, uncomfottable action is going to help you get the data and data is really the way you're going to be able to make those decisions one at a time without trying to make ten decisions and map out your whole 5 year plan at one time."  Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you sharing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.  Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel Natanya's Instagram

In this episode we sit down with Shoshanna Raven, a multi-7 figure mentor, business and leadership coach and discuss both quantum crumbles and quantum leaps and how those two key pieces create that recipe for you not only achieving those amazing milestones in your business but really just absolutely loving the life that you’ve created because shame does not control us, by using shame as motivation to change our lives for the better we start taking that control back. We start by forgiving ourselves for our past mistakes and learning from them. We can reach out to others for support and understanding. Also, we can use our experiences to help others who are struggling with similar issues. Shame doesn't have to hold us back; it can be the catalyst for positive change. In this episode, we cover… Steps to take to walk away from shame how to make a desired change happen Bridging spiritual with material Quantum crumble and it's restructuring Relaxation and feminine energy Rapid Fire Questions   “If I’m inspired in my life, how could I not be inspired in my business?”    “Often it all comes down to our day to day and how we are with ourselves and what we believe is possible for us.”    Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, feel free to share this episode with your friends! There are so many amazing women waiting to discover the Laptop Lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.  Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes. If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/89-elevate-your-money-mindset-unpack-outdated-marketing/id1529443551?i=1000560033909   Summary Whether it be one or a thousand people, someone is giving you an opportunity. At the end of the day, you're the one who has to make the decisions and take the actions.   Our Favorite Quotes "These are whole ass people we are working with, they are not just a means to an end; they are not just another conversion, these are people that are investing in you!"  "I can't wait to service my clients, I can't wait to change a life."    Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you sharing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel Melanie's Instagram

I never really fit the mold of a " 7- figure business owner" or "successful coach." So since starting my business, I've gone through some massive identity crises. I think this very much comes with being an entrepreneur over time. You're evolving, changing, and growing.    This episode is about making more interesting millionaires and challenging your vision of success in the way that you are attempting to portray it.   In this episode, we cover… Owning and accepting your truth How to embody your own version of success Classic Millionaire statuses  A different viewpoint of what success is How are you showing up to perform?   "So we say the right things, but behind closed doors, and maybe even subconsciously, we're not accepting and internalizing and owning the fuck out of this different version of success. We still want to fit in in some way. And that can cause a lot of inner turmoil that sometimes we recognize is going on, and sometimes we don't even realize consciously."   "A lot of entrepreneurs are chasing after authority market markers chasing after the money or chasing after more of the illusion of success and feeling success for yourself every day we are performing, and thus that is why many people are still not happy because you're not accepting and owning your truth,"   "Money only amplifies what already exists."   Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, feel free to share this episode with your friends! There are so many amazing women waiting to discover the Laptop Lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes.   If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-your-goal-shouldnt-be-to-hit-6-figures/id1529443551?i=1000509215230  Summary Building momentum is all about taking small steps to move in the right direction. It's about starting with what you can do and then doing a little more each day. It might not seem like much at first, but if you keep at it, you'll eventually find that you're making real progress. Building anything, whether that be strength in your body, a business, a daily schedule, etc. takes time and effort, but it's so worth it when you hit milestones in your life. In this episode, I go over 8 key components that have personally helped me in my momentum building journey.    Our Favorite Quotes “Momentum doesn’t just happen, you have to be super intentional about building it.”  “The keys truly are pushing past the hard parts of exerting lots of energy in the beginning and seeing little results. The second key thing is being persistent in your actions.”    Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you sharing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

In today's episode, we're diving into the natural and raw aspects of the mindset at things that entrepreneurs struggle with at every single level.    Our guest expert Topsie VandenBosch is a mindset and emotional intelligence expert. She will be talking with you today about her different opinions and experiences on these matters.    Topsie is not only a mindset and emotional intelligence coach but also a clinical therapist and has her master's in social work. She's on a mission to help high achieving six and seven-figure entrepreneurs and business owners, as well as corporate executives, destroy their negative thought patterns and behaviors using emotional intelligence and mindset strategy so that they can live happier, healthier, successful lives.    In this episode, we cover… Identifying the blocks that contribute to a turmoil perspective Managing emotions at hard times  How to refocus yourself  What pressures are you holding yourself to that you get to release? Separating yourself from your business Rapid Fire Questions   "The whole "Oh, I scaled, and I hit my first, you know, $200,000 month," that's fucking incredible. I want to be very clear, what I think is not incredible is how you beat yourself up when you feel like you're not hitting that each month. But it's looking at what you have to do to hit that $200,000? What did you have to do? And do you want to keep doing that? And if so, why?"   "So I think it's about allowing it to get quiet. I believe that so many of us struggle with the quiet. We're constantly scrolling because what would happen if I just allowed my thoughts to wander? Where would they go? What would I think about, and what would I worry about? Right? So a lot of entrepreneurs are worriers. And so it's beneficial to have an online business because you get to distract yourself from the truth."   Thanks for listening 💕!   If you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you 📲 shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel   Topsie VandenBosch Links: Website Instagram Podcast

In these "Mini Moments" we pull some of my favorite and most impactful mini lessons from past episodes of the Made for More Podcast to give you a quick digestible lesson in under 10 minutes. If you liked this mini moment, check out the rest of this full episode here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-laptop-lifestyle-podcast/id1529443551?i=1000558588676  Summary There are two big things that hold people back from getting what they want: priorities and assessment/fear of risk. We often tell ourselves we really want something but our actions say otherwise in that we are likely not truly prioritizing the actions needed to change. So they hard question becomes not just "how bad do you really want this?" but "how bad do you really want this in regards to what you will have to trade or sacrifice to prioritize and achieve that thing?" Lastly, we provide a new way to think about risk, because most people only think about risk from one side. Our Favorite Quotes “Being decisive is one of the most successful traits of being a business owner.” If you want significant results, you've got to make big moves; risk-taking and taking action! No matter what level of entrepreneurship you're at, if you are a six-figure business owner or considering leaving your 9-5 job to start a business, you will be assessing the risk of what it takes to achieve your goals.  “We live in the emotion, we don’t dismantle this narrative that’s controlling us.”    Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, I would greatly appreciate you shaing this episode with your friends or on your Instagram stories (and tag @laptop.lifestyle.co)! There are so many amazing women who need to hear this message and who are working to build their dream lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel  

As business owners, we find we are usually lacking a very key component in life: time. I found myself drifting into a sea of chaos and the one thing I knew I needed was a break.  Breaking away from your current reality to focus on your mental and physical well-being is completely acceptable. I've readjusted my priorities A LOT and did a lot of healing during this time - being stable was helpful and doctors were easy because they were familiar but insanely expensive! Today we are diving into the that sea of chaos and I’m sharing the tips I’ve learned during my 9 month break.  In this episode, we cover… How my 9 months in America went Future plans and priortites What defines the image of success? Business changes, offers, and shifts continuing in 2023 My biggest takeaways from living back in America “I really lost my identity, I was really struggling with mental and physical health and I got to this point where I was so freaking lost, we had hit 1 million dollars a couple months prior in 2021 in the business. It was exciting, but I just couldn’t keep going anymore.”  Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, feel free to share this episode with your friends! There are so many amazing women waiting to discover the Laptop Lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.  Don’t forget to screenshot this episode and share it on your Insta stories! Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel

For the past 2 years I’ve been struggling with major burnout but it was also more than that. I realized I had actually fallen back into addiction for the 3rd time in my life. No one could help me. I could not help myself: I had completely lost control. And while most people don't neccessarily end up in addiction cycles, there is a scary truth among so many high achieving entrepreneurs happening BTS that we need to talk about... In this episode, we deep plunge into my struggles and the answers I have acquired a long my journey. In this episode, we cover… Struggles, hardships and major burnnouts  My methods of getting "unstuck" BTS of a "functioning" entrepreneur The ways I found to escape from my emotional stress Action steps to take for a better future and successful business “Until the fall, I let go. I let go of everything, I had to and I had to reprioritize myself. So, dipping into this..what happened? Now looking back after going through a lot of healing processes this year, what was wrong?”  “I am absolutely still on my healing journey, working through things, and learning more. Going deeper and learning more especially about regulating nervous systems and brain function and now can see how impactful it really really is.”  Thanks for listening, and if you like what you've heard, feel free to share this episode with your friends! There are so many amazing women waiting to discover the Laptop Lifestyle, and I'd love you to help me spread the word.  Don’t forget to screenshot this episode and share it on your Insta stories! Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Laptop Lifestyle Co Links: Website Instagram Tik Tok YouTube Channel