Business Tao with George Kao

...the power of creating lightly ✨ 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

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

Where so many of us heart-based entrepreneurs fall down: we try to mix our selling with our moments of content-sharing generosity. .. This creates inner conflict.Instead, if we aim with purity of heart for each activity, we can then sustain those actions for a very long time, and that's what creates the skillfulness that leads to the best results... 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

Many people have lost connection with their inner authority. So when they sense confidence that promises to solve their problems, they gravitate towards it. This is the path of the typical influencer. They’re trying to build a “cult” following that does whatever they tell them to do… including to buy whenever they tell them to. The influencer might use charm, persuasion, and clever copywriting to get it done.None of these methods sit right with me. I don’t want to be your guru.I would rather help my audience regain their sovereignty… to do whatever small thing I can to help them wake up – to their own power.Although slower, this still can build a true social media following, but in a healthier, more sustainable way... 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

One realization, early on my in my content creation journey, set me up for life: "The vast majority of your content isn't going to make an impact." I know that sounds negative, but the corollary is: "Therefore you are liberated to experiment! And you'll eventually come across the few gems that will make your career..." This idea had a deep impact on me, and has helped me create consistently for 9+ years now. And it's true: Most of my videos make almost no impact... but a few? Those rare gems have contributed significantly to my business success today.I hope you will similarly feel liberated to create, to experiment and publish -- consistently -- so that you give yourself the greatest chance of stumbling upon those occasional treasures that will set you up for life. 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

Discover the powerful impact of consistent content creation on personal growth and audience connection. Urgency in sharing your wisdom can transform lives, pushing you to embrace the present rather than waiting for the perfect moment. Learn how sharing knowledge, even imperfectly, allows you to clarify your purpose and inspire others. This journey of creativity isn’t just for business—it's a mission to give back and make a difference in the world.

You can read the post here: https://www.georgekao.com/blog/perfectnow 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

Over the years, I’ve become sensitized to marketing manipulation. By watching/listening to this episode, you’ll also gain more conscious control over your purchasing choices… and be empowered to do more authentic marketing. 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

As a heart-centered business owner, you’re very supportive of others. This can mean you’re not mindful about your boundaries sometimes, and you give away more than you sustainably can… When friends or family are interested in your services, do you instinctually offer them free sessions or access to your programs? 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

If you can learn to love the process, you'll stick with it... and if you stick with it, you'll practice enough to succeed. 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