Are you feeling overwhelmed by a jam-packed schedule that yields little progress? You're not alone. In this episode of Ambitious, I dive into the common pitfalls of poor scheduling practices that many entrepreneurs face, leading to wasted time and burnout. I'll share the seven key steps to optimize your calendar, delegate tasks effectively, and build a CEO schedule that's aligned with your priorities. Learn how to transform your day-to-day operations, boost your productivity, and scale your business by focusing on what truly matters. Tune in for actionable advice, real-life examples, and powerful insights into adopting a schedule that works for you, not against you. Plus, hear how top CEOs like Jeff Bezos and Oprah structure their time. Don't forget to join our Ambitious Network for further support and resources!

01:42 Signs Your Schedule Needs a Revamp

07:10 The Impact of Reactive Leadership

09:18 The Meeting Overload Problem

13:49 Becoming the Bottleneck

16:41 Burnout and Exhaustion

21:44 Reflecting on Your Schedule

30:46 Identifying Your CEO Priorities

36:33 Structuring Your Week for Success

38:39 The Importance of Scheduling

43:27 Structuring Your Workday

49:08 Blocking Time for Priorities

01:00:35 Delegating Tasks Effectively

01:04:52 Reflecting and Adapting Your Schedule

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In this episode of Ambitious, I dive into one of the most frequently asked questions about entrepreneurship: what makes a product or service truly successful? We explore the essence of creating a compelling, scalable, and sustainable offer. I'll be breaking down what I call the '8 Ps'—core principles that are vital to every high-performing product or service. I'll guide you through understanding your target person, crafting your promise, defining your positioning, and structuring your packaging. We'll also touch upon the importance of proof, the necessity of having a clear process, pricing strategies, and the concept of progression to continually refine your offer.

02:46 The Eight Ps: Core Principles for Business Success

03:46 Defining Your Ideal Client

11:55 Crafting a Compelling Promise

23:06 Unique Positioning: Standing Out in the Market

30:11 Packaging Your Offer for Maximum Impact

36:23 Creating Effective Service Packages

40:54 The Role of Guarantees in Packaging

44:34 The Power of Proof in Your Business

48:53 Developing a Clear Process Framework

54:04 Pricing Your Offer Based on Value

57:45 Ensuring Offer Progression and Evolution

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In this episode of Ambitious, we dive into a topic that hasn't been explored before on our show: sex and intimacy. We talk with Rena Martine, a women's intimacy coach, educator, and author dedicated to empowering women to embrace their sexuality and cultivate deeper relationships. Rena shares her journey from being a deputy district attorney specializing in sex crimes to founding Shameless Coaching, an eight-week program designed to help women achieve fulfilling, shame-free sexual experiences. We discuss why sex and intimacy remain taboo, the role of shame in our perception of sexuality, and how to reframe our understanding of pleasure. Learn about creating connections, communicating desires, and the transformative power of intimacy. This episode is packed with insights and actionable advice to help you strengthen your relationships and embrace your true self.

01:15 Meet Rena Martine: Women's Intimacy Coach

02:46 Diving into the Taboo: Sex and Intimacy

11:13 The Difference Between Sex and Intimacy

14:17 Practical Steps to Embrace Sexuality

21:24 Reframing Sexual Scripts

28:25 Grounding Exercises for Better Intimacy

33:09 The Role of Self-Intimacy

39:45 The Role of Communication in Intimacy

46:35 Reigniting Intimacy in Long-Term Relationships

51:30 Navigating Different Libidos in Relationships

57:53 Responsive vs. Spontaneous Desire

01:03:30 The Dynamics of Dominance and Submission

Buy Rena's book: "The Sex You Want: A Shameless Journey to Deep Intimacy, Honest Pleasure, and a Life You Love," which is available in paperback, e-book, and audiobook everywhere books are sold.

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Resources Mentioned:

• The Sex You Want by Rena Martine
• Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski
• Mating in Captivity by Esther Perel
• Not Always in the Mood by Sarah Hunter Murray
• Gottman Card Decks App
• Savage Lovecast with Dan Savage

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In this episode of Ambitious, I dive into the often overlooked, non-glamorous aspects of scaling a business. Through my experience as a business scaling consultant, I've seen firsthand how scaling too quickly can be detrimental. I break down the typical growth rates of businesses, identify key mindsets and behaviors that indicate you're scaling too fast, and explain the potential long-term impacts. We'll cover crucial departments such as marketing, sales, product suite, and team operations, highlighting common mistakes and how to avoid them. Tune in to learn how to scale your business ethically, sustainably, and effectively.

02:54 Understanding Growth Rates

08:36 Mindsets Leading to Rapid Scaling

11:25 Common Beliefs and Their Impact

35:01 Marketing Mistakes in Scaling

42:10 Focusing on a Target Audience

45:15 Sales Strategies and Pitfalls

48:27 The Dangers of Overpromising in Sales

01:06:57 The Role of Team and Operations in Scaling

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In this episode of Ambitious, we dive deep into the topic of morning routines and their impact on success. I start by examining the typical morning routines of everyday people and highlight why these routines may not foster the same level of success seen in high achievers. We then explore the principles of behavioral activation from cognitive behavioral therapy to act as a foundation for a truly transformative morning routine. I share actionable steps including avoiding the snooze button, waking up with purpose, creating small wins, incorporating physical movement, engaging in personal development, and planning for your day. By focusing on these principles tailored to individual lifestyles, we can set ourselves up for greater success in both business and personal life.

00:31 The Importance of Morning Routines

01:44 Common Morning Routine Pitfalls

13:09 Behavioral Activation Explained

17:41 Crafting Your Ideal Morning Routine

32:28 The Power of Gratitude

40:13 Creating Momentum with Small Wins

45:17 Incorporating Movement into Your Morning

52:39 Personal Development for a Productive Day

55:21 My Morning Routine Breakdown

01:01:00 Planning for Professional Success

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Have you ever wondered about leveraging ads to scale your business? Whether you're new to paid advertising or looking to deepen your understanding, today's episode is for you! I'm joined by the digital marketing expert, Mitch Barham. We discuss the synergy between organic and paid advertising, debunking myths, balancing strategies, and mastering ad fundamentals. Mitch shares his seasoned insights on targeting, building trust through ads, and what to expect when working with an ads agency. We explore the evolving consumer behaviors, platform-specific strategies, and the crucial aspects of data-driven ad success. If you're ready to dive into paid ads and truly scale your reach, tune in and learn.

01:28 Meet Mitch: The Expert in Paid and Organic Marketing

02:50 The Balance Between Organic and Paid Strategies

04:30 Understanding Ad Fundamentals and Strategies

20:04 Ad Budgeting and Setting Realistic Expectations

41:36 Choosing the Right Platforms for Your Ads

46:33 The Customer Journey: Data-Driven Insights

49:47 The Power of Authenticity in Ads

52:59 Hiring and Vetting an Ads Agency

58:11 DIY Ads: Should You Do It?

01:00:23 When to Scale with Ads

01:02:50 Common Mistakes in Advertising

Resources Mentioned:

• The Great Hack - documentary on Netflix

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• TikTok
• YouTube
• Website

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Today on Ambitious, we're diving into a challenging yet crucial topic: what to do when you feel a team member isn't working out. Based on numerous conversations I've had recently, this episode is dedicated to helping you navigate these tough situations. I'll share key insights on determining if the issue is with the team member, the CEO, or simply a lack of clear expectations and documentation. We'll explore the importance of feedback, setting milestones, and above all, taking radical ownership as leaders. By the end, you'll have practical steps to either support your team member's growth or confidently make the decision to part ways.

05:21 The Importance of Documentation in Team Management

10:09 Emotional Decision-Making in Team Management

14:32 Effective Feedback and Training for Team Members

27:41 Taking Ownership as a Leader

30:23 Reflecting on Leadership: Start with Yourself

30:58 Avoiding Emotional Decisions in Team Management

31:42 Evaluating Team Members Objectively

33:15 The Importance of Training and Support

37:31 Assessing Team Members' Overall Value

42:57 Providing Effective Feedback

47:34 Setting Milestones for Team Development

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In this episode of Ambitious, we deep dive into the world of perfectionism. I open up about my own struggles with perfectionism and how it affected my business growth and personal life. We unpack the true definition of perfectionism, identify signs that you might be grappling with it, and explore its impacts on your stress levels and productivity. I share actionable tips and strategies to rewire your mindset, manage self-criticism, set realistic standards, and delegate effectively. Plus, we discuss the roots of perfectionism, including childhood influences, societal pressures, and low self-worth. Join me as I offer insights and personal anecdotes to help you navigate and overcome perfectionism for a healthier, more productive life.

01:34 Defining Perfectionism

04:02 Signs of Perfectionism in Business

06:14 The Impact of Perfectionism

11:17 Perfectionism and Delegation

13:32 Perfectionism and Burnout

20:45 Perfectionism in Entrepreneurs

23:57 Origins of Perfectionism

28:18 Cultural and Social Influences

36:07 Understanding the Roots of Perfectionism

40:33 Changing Your Relationship with Perfectionism

46:34 Setting Realistic Standards

52:41 Managing Self-Criticism

56:04 The Cost of Perfectionism

57:46 Embracing Feedback and Building a Support Network

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In this episode of Ambitious, we welcome Ashley DeLuca to unpack the journey of becoming a CEO or hiring one to scale your business. We discuss the crucial role a CEO plays in business growth, how to transition from entrepreneur to CEO, and the dynamics between founders and CEOs. Dive into the importance of boundaries, emotional regulation, and the key traits needed to excel as a leader. Learn when and how to hire a CEO, and gain actionable insights. This episode will reshape how you think about structuring and growing your business.

01:46 Meet Ashley DeLuca

03:20 Ashley's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship

05:44 The Transition to CEO: Challenges and Growth

09:10 Building Trust and Navigating Founder-CEO Dynamics

14:22 Finding the Right CEO for Your Business

18:17 The Importance of Communication and Partnership

20:51 Balancing Vision and Operations

30:02 Advice for Aspiring CEOs

35:32 The Importance of Clear Boundaries

39:47 Navigating CEO Responsibilities

42:45 Hiring and Working with a CEO

55:51 The Right Time to Hire a CEO

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In this episode of Ambitious, we're focusing on adult friendships. We talk about the difficulties of making friends as adults, how friendships change over time, and the impact of life events like career changes, relationships, and parenthood on our connections. We explore statistics on adult loneliness, discuss the phenomenon of the 'friendship drift,' and offer practical tips for finding new friends and maintaining existing relationships. Tune in to learn how shared interests, adjusting expectations, and improving communication can help you forge and sustain deeper, more meaningful friendships.

00:55 The Challenges of Adult Friendships

03:39 The Alarming Data on Loneliness

06:07 Balancing Work and Social Life

07:08 Life Priorities and Friendship Struggles

16:49 Signs of Friendship Drift

29:47 The Challenge of Making New Friends

30:34 Finding Friends Through Shared Interests

33:06 Being Open to New Connections

37:50 Deepening Existing Friendships

41:15 Maintaining Friendships Over Time

48:47 Navigating Conflicts and Boundaries

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