Business Tao with George Kao

I wish I knew this when I was in my 30's, my 20's, even my teens...Discuss here:https://youtu.be/xk7sAsmUE3I This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com

These are values that drive my business, and what I hope will set the foundation of my client community.I’m happy to share these values publicly, with the hope that it inspires growth for all business owners.As you listen to each point, take a moment to reflect on how it aligns with your own values. I’d love any comments, questions, and even suggestions.Related blog post: https://www.georgekao.com/blog/values This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com

I’ve been full-time as a solopreneur since 2009. I’ve launched many services, programs, and events. Some of them have been busts, getting few to no enrollments.My first reactions to those experiences had been discouragement and slight depression. Many times I’ve been tempted to quit.While I was in a state of discouragement, I asked myself:“What would I say to a client who was experiencing this… and what therefore should I do to also recover?”The word that came to me:BREATHEIntentional deep breathing is always a good reminder! However, I also got curious what else BREATHE could mean. In the next few days, what formed was a simple system bouncing back from setbacks.​It’s important to have a recovery process quickly available to you when you start to get discouraged.The next time you encounter a discouraging mistake or failure, try the BREATHE method as described in this episode.Discuss here:https://youtu.be/8tdMFKytknI This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com

No, you don't have to niche down and constrict yourself like that.For us solopreneurs, it's about credibility anyway, not as much about niching...Discuss here:https://youtu.be/wwliMMN1FZA This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com

Someone asked what I thought about paying $20,000 per year for a business coach... Of course, it’s fine if you’re having a very worthwhile experience, and if you are gradually paying it. My concern is when you’re paying a large sum and the coach is new to you, yet promising you the sun, the moon, and the stars.Many of us idealistic business owners are easily taken by big promises from authoritative-looking coaches. We can end up wasting thousands… or tens of thousands of dollars.The money you spend for business coaching should really be going towards the five areas I discuss in this episode.**Add your comments here:https://youtu.be/gNd4QCnzrzg This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com

“We often hear that we only commit to things we pay a dear price for. Today a coach tried to sell me a £20k program to work with him 1-o-1, weekly sessions for a year. And he justifies the price with the need to commit: if you pay for a cheap service you won't be so likely to commit to change.As a healer, I wonder if selling high price packages might actually help my clients stick with my healing programs instead of being distracted by the next thing they find online.I remember you talked about self-worth and money… but I’m not sure about the relation between money we pay and the client’s commitment.” --reader of my blog.This is a great question, and as you study business, you will encounter this kind of advice: charge higher rates so that your clients take the work more seriously.I’ll turn the question around so you can see how it feels – how would you like it if you knew that I was charging you more, so that you would take my work more seriously?Discuss here:https://youtu.be/SLMZBrdlhb4 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com

Once a year I teach my business plan course for the coming year.It's my most important course and I require all my clients to take it, so that we can be on the same page re: effective & authentic business planning 👍🏽What does the course cover?* In-depth training about the 111 business formula -- a unique strategy that I've been applying for years to build a thriving business. You'll learn the strategy + get my newest tracking system for helping you apply it.* In-depth training about the 8 practices of authentic business -- how I see the whole landscape of business -- the core elements needed for entrepreneurial success.* Additional key pieces and templates for how I recommend planning a business for the coming year.* Q&A with me to answer your questions about all of the above.If you're seeing this in November, you can catch the live sessions -- see the dates & times here: https://www.GeorgeKao.com/BizPlanEither way, I hope you have a method -- or will find/create one -- of planning your 2023 business that feels inspiring and effective for you 🌅Yours in Grateful Service,George Kao This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com

I’ve noticed that many service providers who consider themselves “spiritual” often toss their spirituality out the window when it comes to marketing.They trust the marketers and ignore their own values.Not necessary for a successful, authentic business. In this episode I discuss how genuinely care for your people can be the core of your "marketing strategy".Discuss here:https://youtu.be/DEZK4OTkcvw This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com

"Capture, Categorize, Calendar" is the core idea from the "productivity" side of my Joyful Productivity teachings.For a writeup of this lesson, visit: https://www.georgekao.com/blog/ccc This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com

Here is the public description of the program -- www.georgekao.com/group -- you can use the link there to request an Application. It's quick to fill out. Once I receive your request, if it seems like you might be a great fit for the program, I'll send you the official application and private document with other details. 🙏🏼 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com