
The Mind Your Business Podcast
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.
Latest episodes

Feb 22, 2019 • 30min
Episode 240: What to ACTUALLY Focus on FIRST #BizTipFriday
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

Feb 20, 2019 • 44min
Episode 239: The DARK Side of Memberships with Justin and Mike Brown
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

Feb 18, 2019 • 48min
Episode 238: The Real Secret To Manifesting
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

Feb 15, 2019 • 29min
Episode 237: Who Do You Hire FIRST? #BizTipFriday
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

Feb 13, 2019 • 35min
Episode 236: 18k with One Instagram Story with Jennifer Berson
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

Feb 11, 2019 • 1h 31min
Episode 235: How To Maximize Visibility with Selena Soo
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

Feb 4, 2019 • 45min
Episode 234: Using Hypnosis to Reprogram Your Life with Doug O’Brien
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

Feb 1, 2019 • 27min
Episode 233: I’m Going ALL IN On These 5 Things #BizTipFriday
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

Jan 30, 2019 • 48min
Episode 232: 3x the Revenue in 1/3 of the Time with Allison Marshall
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

Jan 28, 2019 • 44min
Episode 231: How to STOP Overthinking
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