

The Mind Your Business Podcast
James Wedmore
All entrepreneurs want to know the secret to success. James Wedmore, a seven-figure online entrepreneur, believes success is created by mindset over strategy, magic over metrics, and attitude over action. In this podcast, James untangles the common misconception that hustle and hard work are all it takes to be successful.
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Jun 21, 2023 • 49min
Episode 632: How A Single Mom From The Netherlands Created A Million Dollar Business Working 24 Hours A Week: Ditching Hustle Culture and Taking Risks to Leap Into A New Future with Zarayda Groenhart
Today's powerful case study edition of the podcast showcases a past member of my mastermind group who has skyrocketed her business, and is now on track to generate multiple 7-figures a year in revenue! In this episode you'll meet Zarayda Groenhart, who reveals the key concepts from the mastermind and Business By Design that she uses and has helped her gain success not only in business, but in so many other areas of her life! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag us @jameswedmore and @zaraydagroenhart. In this episode you'll hear: Why Zarayda credits finding and listening to this podcast as helping her become the entrepreneur that she is today The big lesson she has learned about hustling in business How one question that I asked Zarayda changed everything and led to her creating a new identity for herself The way that Zarayda came to realize that sales is really about service, and what this shift has allowed her to do in selling her own products and services What happens when you start valuing your quality of life more than you value the thoughts and opinions that others have of you Which parts of BBD she still uses and references regularly today For full show notes and links, visit: https://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/632

Jun 15, 2023 • 47min
Episode 631: How a Health Coach Took Her Business From 5k/month to $1.2 MILLION in One Quarter (While Vacationing in Italy) with Bec Miller
In today's very special case study episode, Team Wedmore's very own Jen Finley interviews one entrepreneur who has taken her business to 7-figures per quarter! If the name Bec Miller sounds familiar to you, she was actually one of the finalists in our annual Business By Design Case Study Contest, and we can't wait for you to hear more from Bec about how she is achieving massive results in her business! Have you heard the news? Doors to Business By Design are NOW OPEN, but only for a few short days! This is the one time a year that I launch my signature program for online experts, coaches and course creators that are finally ready to launch, scale and grow their profitable digital product-based business. If you're ready to see the impact, income and freedom that you truly desire, head on over to www.businessbydesign.net/enroll now! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag us @jameswedmore and @health_with_bec. In this episode you'll hear: Where Bec's passion and drive comes from and how she is able to maintain it today How and why she pivoted from offering one-to-one services to selling a digital program The significant changes Bec saw in her business when she stepped into the mindset of the CEO role The way she gained more time freedom and a vehicle she was then able to create to serve her clients in an even bigger capacity A key principle Bec learned in BBD and how she used it to grow her business exponentially The story of how taking a long-awaited vacation made Bec even more successful The big lessons she learned around not having to hustle 24/7 to be successful For full show notes and links, visit: www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/631

Jun 14, 2023 • 40min
Episode 630: From Service-Based Beauty Business to Multiple 6-Figure Digital Entrepreneur
Today's super inspiring case study of the week features Raya Schwartz, one of my incredible mastermind group members who is crushing it! In this episode, Raya reveals where she started from and how fast she has grown her business in the past two years, while having two kids, and I can't wait for you to hear her story! Have you heard the news? Doors to Business By Design are NOW OPEN, but only for a few short days! This is the one time a year that I launch my signature program for online experts, coaches and course creators that are finally ready to launch, scale and grow their profitable digital product-based business. If you're ready to see the impact, income and freedom that you truly desire, head on over to www.businessbydesign.net/enroll now! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag us @jameswedmore and @bosses_in_beauty. In this episode you'll hear: Raya's personal story and how going through the challenges she has faced now helps her in the work she does with clients What her biggest fear was when changing her business model and stepping back from doing hands-on work in the salon The gap Raya saw in her industry and what she did to fill it How she gets new leads, and why she says that when it comes to affiliates you can't just look at the number of followers that they have Raya's future projects and the opportunity she is seeing in the online space What she sees as her "superpower", and her thoughts on never giving up on trusting yourself For full show notes and links, visit: www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/630

Jun 13, 2023 • 42min
Episode 629: Real Business Breakthroughs: The 2023 Business By Design Case Study Finalist LIVE Q+A Panel
This episode features 6 of the finalists for our annual Business By Design Case Study Contest, and today you'll get to see the growth each of them has made, along with the insights, takeaways, lessons and their favorite parts of the program! Have you heard the news? Doors to Business By Design are NOW OPEN, but only for a few short days! This is the one time a year that I launch my signature program for online experts, coaches and course creators that are finally ready to launch, scale and grow their profitable digital product-based business. If you're ready to see the impact, income and freedom that you truly desire, head on over to www.businessbydesign.net/enroll now! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @jameswedmore. In this episode you'll hear: Angie's favorite tool in BBD and the impact that using it had on her business How Sophie used the mindset tools inside of the program to help her get over imposter syndrome Why Meg credits BBD for getting her from being $100k in debt to generating 6-figures in revenue a year The amazing results that one finalist got in just her first 30 days as a member Bec's story of how BBD completely transformed her existing and established business Their biggest pieces of advice for someone just starting the program What each of the finalists has done to build an audience and to attract leads and sales For full show notes and links, visit: www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/629

Jun 7, 2023 • 58min
Episode 626: How One Entrepreneur Went From $25 per Hour Sessions to $150k a Year in Digital Business with BBD 2022 Case Study Winner Maggie Gelin
Today I'm bringing you a conversation I had late last year with our BBD 2022 Case Study Winner, Maggie Gelin! In this episode, you'll hear Maggie's journey of her very humble beginnings working long days doing one-on-one sessions, to launching her first course and blowing past the 6-figure mark in revenue! The best part is that this is just the beginning for this unbelievable entrepreneur, and I hope you get value from the lessons that Maggie has learned while becoming the Digital CEO that she is today! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag us, @jameswedmore and @maggie_gelin. The Rise of the Digital CEO is coming June 1st! To join the priority notification list and to be the first in line when the doors open, go to www.jameswedmore.com/rise! In this episode you'll hear: Who Maggie works with and what she feels makes her unique in the marketplace How she ended up working many hours coaching students one-on-one, and the pivotal moment when she realized she wanted to move her business online What it looked like when Maggie put her first course out and the way the she built her email list at that time How BBD helped her reframe launching and the entire sales process A revenue update for where her business is now, and why she says the real growth happened after joining BBD What the future looks like for Maggie and the ways she planning to dream BIG going forward Some initial fears she had in offering her program to an English-speaking market and how she overcome them Maggie's current marketing strategy and the importance of removing time from the equation as she pursues achieving even more success as a Digital CEO Whether or not anyone, including me, can learn to sing… For full shown notes and links, visit: https://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/626

Jun 5, 2023 • 55min
Episode 624: Real Business Talk with Successful CEOs feat. Jasmine Star (PART TWO)
Jasmine Star, a successful CEO, shares challenges faced in turning her business into a software company. Topics include gratitude, downsizing teams, overcoming anxiety, and leveraging personal branding for success. The podcast highlights the importance of resilience, celebrating achievements, and staying true to one's path in entrepreneurship.

Jun 2, 2023 • 20min
Episode 623: Breakthroughs in Business Coaching Sessions: How to Overcome FEAR, Overcomplicating, and Proving Yourself with Jeni Raitsin
I'm back with another installment of our new segment on the podcast, Breakthroughs in Business Coaching Sessions. In this episode I'm coaching Jeni Raitsin, who is noticing a common pattern coming up for her, and that is how fear is leading to her overcomplicating everything she is doing in her business. This is a big issue that is relevant for so many people, which is why I wanted to share this conversation with you today! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me, @jameswedmore. To submit your name to be considered on a future episode, go to www.jameswedmore.com/beyondthepodcast. The Rise of the Digital CEO is coming June 1st! To join the priority notification list and to be the first in line when the doors open, go to www.jameswedmore.com/rise! In this episode you'll hear: How to approach simplifying things while crafting your offer The real reasons why people are overcomplicating things in business What to understand about the fear of being rejected and how we're all afraid in certain ways The big choice that we each can make every single day and that will make a world of difference How fear acts as a clouded distortion, and what happens when we get past it For full show notes and links, visit: www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/623

May 31, 2023 • 37min
Episode 622: How a New Niche Created a 60K Launch and Breakthrough in Building a Life By Design with Mari Valgma
Mari Valgma shares insights on her $60,000 launch in a unique niche. She discusses expanding markets, automated processes, and successful live launches. Learn about her personal growth, unexpected business surprises, and advice for overcoming obstacles.

May 29, 2023 • 56min
Episode 621: Real Business Talk with Successful CEOs feat. Jasmine Star PART ONE
Today I have a powerful CEO conversation for you, with none other than my good friend, Jasmine Star! Jasmine is the CEO of Social Curators and a social media expert, and she is just a wonderful human who was actually a member of my very first mastermind group that I worked with. Recently, I pitched Jasmine with an idea for a podcast episode where I'm not just interviewing her, but rather, one that has us interview each other. This is the result of that conversation, as we fire questions at each other and share it all in the process. We covered so much in this raw and real episode, but we both realized that we have so much more to talk about, so you just might get a Part Two very soon! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag us, @jameswedmore and @jasminestar. I'm doing something that I've never done before, and for a limited time only! I've created a second, behind-the-scenes podcast, called The SourcererCEO Series, and in it, I break down a series of the most powerful distinctions, concepts and exercises that have helped me thrust onto a path that has allowed me to learn more and awaken spiritually. This is a secret podcast, and the best part is that it's absolutely free. To get signed up and granted immediate access to this very special series right now, head over to www.jameswedmore.com/secret. I'm so excited to start the journey with you! The Rise of the Digital CEO is coming June 1st! To join the priority notification list and to be the first in line when the doors open, go to www.jameswedmore.com/rise! To start thinking differently as an entrepreneur and to hardwire your own brain for success, my book, HARDWIRED for Entrepreneurship, was just updated for 2023. You can grab your copy and get a free audiobook version now at www.jameswedmore.com/hardwired, and don't forget to let us know what you think! Haven't left a review yet? All you have to do is go to www.jameswedmore.com/itunes and thanks for your support of this show. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for a #Q&AEdition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to www.jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode. In this episode you'll hear: How Jasmine has learned to operate as a CEO and the big ways that she's evolved since we started working together in 2016 What was driving her back then, and what she says the motivator is for her right now Jasmine's thoughts on scaling and what the future of her business looks like How my spiritual path has become more important than business over the years The approach I take to challenges and conquering the fear I encounter on my journey Some of the ways that rejecting reality and not practicing acceptance will lead to more suffering My tips for keeping your "inner boat" steady and the lens through which I look at life today Jasmine's mantra for this year and the role that acknowledging the present as the destination is now playing for her For full show notes and links, visit: https://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/621

May 26, 2023 • 54min
Episode 620: Breakthroughs in Business Coaching Session: Creating Connection, Visibility and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Emma Nagy
Today is a special episode, as I'm bringing you a brand new segment of the podcast, called Breakthroughs in Business Coaching Sessions. Here you'll get to listen in on real coaching sessions, and this first one features the amazing Emma Nagy, who is looking for guidance around connection, visibility and overcoming imposter syndrome in her business! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag us, @jameswedmore and @mylighterway, and to submit your name to be considered on a future episode, go to www.jameswedmore.com/beyondthepodcast. Please let me know your thoughts on this new segment, and if you would like to continue hearing more coaching sessions on the podcast! I'm doing something that I've never done before, and for a limited time only! I've created a second, behind-the-scenes podcast, called The SourcererCEO Series, and in it, I break down a series of the most powerful distinctions, concepts and exercises that have helped me thrust onto a path that has allowed me to learn more and awaken spiritually. This is a secret podcast, and the best part is that it's absolutely free. To get signed up and granted immediate access to this very special series right now, head over to www.jameswedmore.com/secret. I'm so excited to start the journey with you! The Rise of the Digital CEO is coming June 1st! To join the priority notification list and to be the first in line when the doors open, go to www.jameswedmore.com/rise! To start thinking differently as an entrepreneur and to hardwire your own brain for success, my book, HARDWIRED for Entrepreneurship, was just updated for 2023. You can grab your copy and get a free audiobook version now at www.jameswedmore.com/hardwired, and don't forget to let us know what you think! Haven't left a review yet? All you have to do is go to www.jameswedmore.com/itunes and thanks for your support of this show. I want to invite you to help contribute to this podcast by submitting a question for a #Q&AEdition of The Mind Your Business Podcast. All you have to do is go to www.jameswedmore.com/QA and record a question (under 4 minutes or less) that could be featured on an upcoming episode. In this episode you'll hear: The concerns Emma is having in connecting with her audience and putting out a freebie that will help her to do this What she is really afraid of and why it's so importance for us to fully trust and follow our intuition to completion, not 90 percent Why being likeable and fitting in is so overrated if you want to be a Digital CEO What I mean when I tell Emma that "you can't give what you don't have" The role that practicing and continually developing your skills will play as you progress on your own journey A metaphor I share with her about the cognitive lens of context, and what is coming up for Emma with this as she does her Instagram Reels A powerful new action that she is going to take from this call that will help close the gap for her For full show notes and links, visit: https://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/620


