

this is business
Glen James, Kayla Malss, Adrian Smith
Glen James, Kayla Malss and Adrian Smith talk business from the trenches. This is for you if you're in business or want to be in business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 3, 2025 • 36min
209 how to charge and set prices (part 2)
In today's episode Glen and Kayla are back for part 2 on how to charge and set prices, this time with a practical example for a service-based business. Using a massage therapy case study, they show how to calculate breakeven pricing, compare contracting vs running your own show, and explore ways to make your numbers work. We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 20, 2025 • 40min
208 how to charge and set prices (part 1)
How much should you charge? Should you discount for clients you really want to work with? In this episode, Glen and Kayla dive into the real-life challenges of pricing your services as a business owner. From awkward money chats to figuring out your minimums, they share the lessons they've learned (and are still learning) about pricing with confidence.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 13, 2025 • 38min
207 wwwd: Brok scaled a DJ agency to 4000 gigs a year, now what?
In this 'what would we do?' episode, Glen and Kayla sit down with Brok Neilsen, founder of Together Agency, to unpack his business goals and pain points. Brok gets honest about burnout, systemising a service-heavy business, managing creative talent, and deciding whether to grow, niche, or just stay lean.Check out Together Agency: https://www.togetheragency.com.au/We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 22, 2025 • 44min
206 ask Glen: impostor syndrome, impact return, building a brand + more
In this episode Glen sits down with Trinity, a listener and law student from Newcastle, who flips the script and interviews him about his business journey. They talk about impostor syndrome, building a brand, the value of mentors, making content that lands, and what success really looks like behind the scenes.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 8, 2025 • 34min
205 owning the room (with Chelsea Pottenger part 3/3)
From team meetings to keynote stages, Chelsea breaks down what it really takes to become a captivating communicator in the final ep of our communication mini-series. This one’s packed with practical tips for managing nerves, finding your voice, and speaking with presence without being the loudest person in the room.🎓 Chelsea’s comms course: Unlock Your Voice💸 Save 10% off any program with code thisisbusiness10Learn more at EQ Minds and The Mindful CommunicatorWe hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 8, 2025 • 28min
205 working the room (with Chelsea Pottenger part 2/3)
Networking doesn’t have to feel cringe. In part 2 of our communication mini-series, Chelsea and Kayla talk through how to connect meaningfully, show up with the right energy, and build trust online and in person even if you’re introverted.📘 The Empath’s Survival Guide by Dr Judith Orloff: https://amzn.to/4mQN7H9📘 Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara: https://amzn.to/4lgry1l🎓 Learn how to pitch, present and connect with confidence: Unlock Your Voice💸 Use code thisisbusiness10 for 10% off any of Chelsea's programs✨ Learn more at https://themindfulcommunicator.com/ and https://www.eqminds.com/We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 8, 2025 • 26min
205 nailing the pitch (with Chelsea Pottenger part 1/3)
In part one of this mini-series, Chelsea Pottenger shares how to create a pitch that connects and converts, whether you're presenting to investors, applying for a grant, or chatting to a client. She covers practical strategies for tailoring your message, building confidence, and using AI as your pitch coach. Chelsea is a keynote speaker, author, and the founder of EQ Minds and The Mindful Communicator. After a career in corporate leadership and her own experience with postnatal depression, she made it her mission to help others improve their mental wellbeing and communication skills both on stage and in everyday life.🎁 Download Chelsea’s free Custom GPT Guide here🎓 Join Chelsea’s comms course: Unlock Your Voice at https://www.themindfulcommunicator.com/💸 Get 10% off any program from EQ Minds or The Mindful Communicator with code thisisbusiness10We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 28, 2025 • 26min
204 how to know if you're on the right track with your business
So… how do you actually know if you’re on the right track in your business? In this episode, Glen and Kayla get real about the early years, what "signs of life" look like (beyond just making money), and why sometimes knowing what to stop doing is just as important as knowing what to start. Whether you’re deep in the hustle or cruising in a flow state, this chat will help you reflect on where you’re at and what needs to shift.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 11, 2025 • 28min
203 the two types of business: empire or lifestyle
Do you want to build an empire or a lifestyle business? Glen and Kayla unpack the difference, what business success looks like for them and why defining your version matters.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 27, 2025 • 50min
202 Gina left her legal career after having kids to start a business
Thinking of leaving the employee life to start a business? Gina did - with no roadmap, a warehouse lease, and two kids in tow. She and Glen chat about the messy middle of building something new, from landing the first client to perfecting the sales pitch and tackling the fear that comes with starting something new.We hate email spam so we don’t create it! Sign up to our newsletter to get only the valuable money, careers and property info you need.To get help, and to check out our online courses, books, resources and downloads (+ our disclaimers and warnings), click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.