The Mind Your Business Podcast

Have you created a product or service, poured your heart and soul into it in the process, and now you’re wondering why the heck it isn’t selling? You’re not alone! If you’re trying to sell an online course, membership, group coaching, live event or any product, there are essential ingredients that you absolutely must have in your offer, and I’ll be sharing 3 of the forgotten ones today! Want to learn more about the framework for creating an offer that sells? Our free video training series, The Rise of the Digital CEO, is now LIVE at http://businessbydesign.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. Haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/itunes, and thanks for your support of this show! Don’t forget to check out my new segment on Instagram called “Coaching Over Coffee” happening each Tuesday morning! Our virtual two-day workshop “Nail Your Niche” is happening! For more details visit http://businessbydesign.net/niche. 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 makes a bad offer and examples of products that no one wants Why having a bad offer does not mean that you have a bad product or service What will happen if you don’t get better at selling and marketing The “3 forgotten stepchildren” of an irresistible offer And much more! For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/281

I have another amazing case study for you today, this time with Jill and Josh Stanton of Screw The Nine To Five. You’re going to hear what it was like for them to completely pivot and shut down their multi six-figure membership site, and how they really started playing to win in business - instead of just playing not to lose. Our free video training series, The Rise of the Digital CEO, is now LIVE at http://businessbydesign.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 us, @jameswedmore and @screwtheninetofive. Haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/itunes, and thanks for your support of this show! Don’t forget to check out my new segment on Instagram called “Coaching Over Coffee” happening each Tuesday morning! Our virtual two-day workshop “Nail Your Niche” is happening! For more details visit http://businessbydesign.net/niche. 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 the Screw The Nine To Five message was born and grew into what it is today What was the catalyst for Jill and Josh to shut down their successful membership site The lessons they both learned from this experience and the inside work that was required to make it happen The new pressures that arise once you’ve built a platform and audience that follows you How they are now making more revenue – with no products Tips and strategies for staying calm in an ever-changing online space For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/280 

In this episode you’re going to hear how a multi-7-figure digital actually thinks about business! Patty Palmer is the founder of Deep Space Sparkle, and she shares her internal journey and evolution, and the shifts she had to go through to create what she has today. This is really a story of possibility, and if I could bottle the essence of who Patty is, I’d give it to every single entrepreneur in the world! Our free video training series, The Rise of the Digital CEO, is now LIVE at http://businessbydesign.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 Patty, @jameswedmore and @deepspacesparkle. Haven’t left a review yet? I want to incentivize you to do so! One of the best ways to get the word out about this podcast is to get more ratings and reviews, so my team and I have set a goal of getting 1,200 of them on Apple Podcasts by July 29th. All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/itunes, submit a rating and review and email a screenshot to Rose at customersuccess@jameswedmore.com. You’ll get an instant direct link to my mini training program all about the 8 blocks that are holding real entrepreneurs like you back. Once we hit 1,200 ratings and reviews, we’re going to do a raffle where one lucky winner gets the grand prize: a set of Apple Air Pods, a year supply of the 90x Goal Planners, and a set of our famous “Business Angel Affirmation Cards.” If you’ve already submitted a rating and review, don’t worry! Just go to Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot and send it to the email above, and you’re entered to win too. Good luck! Don’t forget to check out my new segment on Instagram called “Coaching Over Coffee” happening each Tuesday morning! Our virtual two-day workshop “Nail Your Niche” is happening! For more details visit http://businessbydesign.net/niche. 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 Patty’s business model use to look like, and why she decided to apply for and join our mastermind How she started to really “connect the dots” with her business and where it is today, as opposed to 4 years ago Why a membership site has been such a great business model for her and the role that her members play in the development of it The reasons that it’s not necessary to execute a perfect marketing plan all the time Patty’s transition to the CEO role and why it’s been more difficult than she expected Her best advice for other entrepreneurs and the long-term vision she has for her brand and Deep Space Sparkle For full show notes and links, visit:  http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/279 

It’s been awhile but I’m back with another #BizTipFriday episode, and in this one, you’ll be getting the 10 systems or processes that we’ve set up in the business that gives me MORE FREEDOM. Give one, or all of them a try, and see what they can do for you too! If you’d like all these processes built out fully from start to finish, this is one of the amazing things we do inside Business By Design. To learn more, check out our free video training series, The Rise of the Digital CEO, at http://businessbydesign.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. Haven’t left a review yet? I want to incentivize you to do so! One of the best ways to get the word out about this podcast is to get more ratings and reviews, so my team and I have set a goal of getting 1,200 of them on Apple Podcasts by July 29th (at the time of recording this episode we’re just shy of 700 ratings and reviews). All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/itunes, submit a rating and review and email a screenshot to Rose at customersuccess@jameswedmore.com. You’ll get an instant direct link to my mini training program all about the 8 blocks that are holding real entrepreneurs like you back. Once we hit 1,200 ratings and reviews, we’re going to do a raffle where one lucky winner gets the grand prize: a set of Apple Air Pods, a year supply of the 90x Goal Planners, and a set of our famous “Business Angel Affirmation Cards.” If you’ve already submitted a rating and review, don’t worry! Just go to Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot and send it to the email above, and you’re entered to win too. Good luck! Don’t forget to check out my new segment on Instagram called “Coaching Over Coffee” happening each Tuesday morning! Our virtual two-day workshop “Nail Your Niche” is happening! For more details visit http://businessbydesign.net/niche. 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: You actually need a process for creating processes – and how I do it! Our processes and systems for sending out email broadcasts and handling customer services tickets What we do for file storage and file management The steps to take for course/content creation and onboarding of new hires And much more! For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/278 

In this episode, Tiffany Lee Bymaster, known as Coach Glitter, shares her secrets behind her most successful product launch yet. She dives into the importance of persistence and minor adjustments that drive performance. Tiffany discusses mastering live video for audience engagement and emphasizes focused entrepreneurship on evolving a single core product. She also reflects on the balance of marketing and client needs while fostering a supportive community. Personal growth, effective coaching strategies, and gratitude play vital roles in achieving long-term success.

Want to know the amazing things that can happen when you combine business and spirituality? Natasha Daniels is a child therapist, author, podcast host and creator of ATParentingSurvival.com, a website dedicated to supporting parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD, and her story will answer this question, as well as inspire you today. I asked our BBD students to document their success, and a ton of them have created amazing timeline videos documenting the impact and income they’ve been able to generate in less than a year. The members have voted and narrowed it down to the top 10 case studies, and now we need your help! Go to http://jameswedmore.com/vote to cast your vote for your three favorites, which will help determine a grand prize winner. There’s a lot on the line, with the grand prize winner receiving $5,000 cash and an all-expenses paid trip to our live event, BBD Live, this October. When you cast your votes, you too will also be entered into a raffle and giveaway for a chance to win some cool prizes! 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 Natasha, @jameswedmore and @anxioustoddlers. Haven’t left a review yet? I want to incentivize you to do so! One of the best ways to get the word out about this podcast is to get more ratings and reviews, so my team and I have set a goal of getting 1,200 of them on Apple Podcasts by July 29th (at the time of recording this episode we’re just shy of 700 ratings and reviews). All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/itunes, submit a rating and review and email a screenshot to Rose at customersuccess@jameswedmore.com. You’ll get an instant direct link to my mini training program all about the 8 blocks that are holding real entrepreneurs like you back. Once we hit 1,200 ratings and reviews, we’re going to do a raffle where one lucky winner gets the grand prize: a set of Apple Air Pods, a year supply of the 90x Goal Planners, and a set of our famous “Business Angel Affirmation Cards.” If you’ve already submitted a rating and review, don’t worry! Just go to Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot and send it to the email above, and you’re entered to win too. Good luck! Don’t forget to check out my new segment on Instagram called “Coaching Over Coffee” happening each Tuesday morning! Our virtual two-day workshop “Nail Your Niche” is happening! For more details visit http://businessbydesign.net/niche. 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 Natasha discovered this podcast and the signs that led her to it Her spirituality practices, then and now The ways she has worked through her relationship with money 3 big struggles that Natasha has faced and how she’s overcome them What has happened since she’s combined her business with spirituality A breakdown of her most recent launch, complete with some amazing numbers Natasha’s advice for when the people close to you don’t believe your dream can be a reality For full show notes and links visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/275 

As you’ve heard me say many times, entrepreneurship is an inside job. Often the key to getting unstuck is the ability to change our perspective, and my guest today is going to show us how we can start doing right now. Jen Casey is a business strategy coach and master NLP practitioner from NYC, as well as the host of the top-rated The Inner Boss Podcast. I’m so excited to bring her to you to share the powerful art of reframing - and much, much 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! 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 Jen, @jameswedmore and @heyjencasey. Haven’t left a review yet? I want to incentivize you to do so! One of the best ways to get the word out about this podcast is to get more ratings and reviews, so my team and I have set a goal of getting 1,200 of them on Apple Podcasts by July 29th (at the time of recording this episode we’re just shy of 700 ratings and reviews). All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/itunes, submit a rating and review and email a screenshot to Rose at customersuccess@jameswedmore.com. You’ll get an instant direct link to my mini training program all about the 8 blocks that are holding real entrepreneurs like you back. Once we hit 1,200 ratings and reviews, we’re going to do a raffle where one lucky winner gets the grand prize: a set of Apple Air Pods, a year supply of the 90x Goal Planners, and a set of our famous “Business Angel Affirmation Cards.” If you’ve already submitted a rating and review, don’t worry! Just go to Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot and send it to the email above, and you’re entered to win too. Good luck! Don’t forget to check out my new segment on Instagram called “Coaching Over Coffee” happening each Tuesday morning! Our virtual two-day workshop “Nail Your Niche” is happening! For more details visit http://businessbydesign.net/niche. 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 Jen got her start in the personal development space, and the one big she says literally changed everything for her The way she gained confidence and realized it can be turned into a habit How Jen has battled imposter syndrome along her journey Why she says that having confusion is actually a good thing, and what reframing our challenges will eventually lead to The biggest mistakes and pitfalls she sees her clients facing today What really separates successful entrepreneurs, and her process for getting “unstuck” How the need to be liked is holding us back in more ways than we can even imagine Making more money and impact doesn’t have to require more of your time What Jen does to use the Law of Attraction and manifestation in her life The events that really allowed her to step out in her business, and why she’s now focusing on “magnetic leadership” For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/274 

If you’ve been looking for examples of what’s possible in your business, this is the case study for you! My guest today is Tara Harvey, who is a member of Business By Design and just had her biggest launch to date. In this episode you’ll hear all about Tara’s unique niche, the interesting challenges she faces in it, what changes she made that led to the results she achieved in her latest launch, and so much 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! 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 Tara, @jameswedmore and @truenorthintercultural. Haven’t left a review yet? I want to incentivize you to do so! One of the best ways to get the word out about this podcast is to get more ratings and reviews, so my team and I have set a goal of getting 1,200 of them on Apple Podcasts by July 29th (at the time of recording this episode we’re just shy of 700 ratings and reviews). All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/itunes, submit a rating and review and email a screenshot to Rose at customersuccess@jameswedmore.com. You’ll get an instant direct link to my mini training program all about the 8 blocks that are holding real entrepreneurs like you back. Once we hit 1,200 ratings and reviews, we’re going to do a raffle where one lucky winner gets the grand prize: a set of Apple Air Pods, a year supply of the 90x Goal Planners, and a set of our famous “Business Angel Affirmation Cards.” If you’ve already submitted a rating and review, don’t worry! Just go to Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot and send it to the email above, and you’re entered to win too. Good luck! Don’t forget to check out my new segment on Instagram called “Coaching Over Coffee” happening each Tuesday morning! Our virtual two-day workshop “Nail Your Niche” is happening! For more details visit http://businessbydesign.net/niche. 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: Who Tara helps on a daily basis and how she got into this line of work Why she says that she was “meant to be an entrepreneur” A look at Tara’s earlier launches, the challenges she’s faced and the lessons learned from them What setting up a scholarship program for her course has looked like How Tara generated almost $20k in her most successful launch to date The way that she was able to get over the fear of doing webinars, and the changes Tara made that have made all the difference For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/273 

Today’s episode is a BIG one, where I’ll be talking about something that is holding you back even more than you realize. I’ll be revealing how you can free yourself from what others think, and as you’ll hear, this topic was inspired by some feedback and criticism that I’ve been receiving on a recent ad that we’ve been running to new audiences. If your whole world is ruled by what others think of you, especially strangers on the Internet, it’s hurting your business and costing you more money than you can even fathom right now, which is why we have to address this. 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. Haven’t left a review yet? I want to incentivize you to do so! One of the best ways to get the word out about this podcast is to get more ratings and reviews, so my team and I have set a goal of getting 1,200 of them on Apple Podcasts by July 29th (at the time of recording this episode we’re just shy of 700 ratings and reviews). All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/itunes, submit a rating and review and email a screenshot to Rose at customersuccess@jameswedmore.com. You’ll get an instant direct link to my mini training program all about the 8 blocks that are holding real entrepreneurs like you back. Once we hit 1,200 ratings and reviews, we’re going to do a raffle where one lucky winner gets the grand prize: a set of Apple Air Pods, a year supply of the 90x Goal Planners, and a set of our famous “Business Angel Affirmation Cards.” If you’ve already submitted a rating and review, don’t worry! Just go to Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot and send it to the email above, and you’re entered to win too. Good luck! Don’t forget to check out my new segment on Instagram called “Coaching Over Coffee” happening each Tuesday morning! Our virtual two-day workshop “Nail Your Niche” is happening! For more details visit http://businessbydesign.net/niche. 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 I realized that I used to be playing too safe in business and the results I got by doing that Why I believe that listening to the what others think is a self-imposed prison that keeps us trapped The reasons that you shouldn’t want to be like everyone else The very first step to take to being freeing yourself from the need to be liked What happens when you love yourself unconditionally How to create a new image in your mind that will lead to more confidence For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/272 

Want to know what are some of the habits I have in place that have helped me get to where I am today? In this episode I’ll be sharing a list of these habits, but total disclaimer, some of what I talk about today may seem “weird” by most people’s standards. These things have worked for me though, and they can work for you to. The best part is that most of these habits is that they aren’t actually about doing anything, but rather stopping some things in order to make my life really, really simple. 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. Haven’t left a review yet? I want to incentivize you to do so! One of the best ways to get the word out about this podcast is to get more ratings and reviews, so my team and I have set a goal of getting 1,200 of them on Apple Podcasts by July 29th (at the time of recording this episode we’re just shy of 700 ratings and reviews). All you have to do is go to http://jameswedmore.com/itunes, submit a rating and review and email a screenshot to Rose at customersuccess@jameswedmore.com. You’ll get an instant direct link to my mini training program all about the 8 blocks that are holding real entrepreneurs like you back. Once we hit 1,200 ratings and reviews, we’re going to do a raffle where one lucky winner gets the grand prize: a set of Apple Air Pods, a year supply of the 90x Goal Planners, and a set of our famous “Business Angel Affirmation Cards.” If you’ve already submitted a rating and review, don’t worry! Just go to Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot and send it to the email above, and you’re entered to win too. Good luck! Don’t forget to check out my new segment on Instagram called “Coaching Over Coffee” happening each Tuesday morning! Our virtual two-day workshop “Nail Your Niche” is happening, and until July 5th, you can get it for a fraction of the price, $97, with a money-back guarantee! For more details visit http://businessbydesign.net/niche. 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 I use my subconscious mind instead of an alarm clock, and why I do it What I do to protect what’s coming into my mind daily My approach to social media and the problem I see with the Facebook newsfeed What happens most of the time when someone tries to call me on the phone My bizarre email habit that may shock you What I mean by “Amazon For Everything” My relationship with the ocean and why I get in the water daily The habits myself and my team have around buying and consuming courses Crystals and more “woo woo” stuff! For full show notes and links, visit: http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/podcast/271