Aspiring Entrepreneurs with Sophie Howard

Aspiring Entrepreneurs with Sophie Howard

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  • EP 7: Subscription Boxes: Your Financial Freedom In Your Buyers’ Bundles of Joy

    Welcome to the seventh episode of the podcast Aspiring Entrepreneurs with Sophie Howard!
    This episode is dedicated to an overlooked source of Financial freedom that you and my Aspiring Entrepreneurs community can benefit from;  Subscription Boxes!

    And as I always say in my community: There's no fluff, jet planes, or Lamborghinis - just powerful advice and inspiration on all things related to starting and growing a successful online business.

    Listen to this seventh installment as I tell you all about subscription boxes, including examples of successful subscription boxes and my own experience with them. 

    Let's get started!

    Episode Highlights: 

     

    1. Intro - [0:00]
    2. What Are Subscription Boxes? - [1:56]
    3. Examples of Successful Subscription Boxes - [3:14]
    4. My Personal Experience with Subscription Boxes - [4:38]
    5. Advantages and Disadvantages of Subscription Boxes - [7:33]
    6. Subscription Box Ideas - [8:27]
    7. Subscription Boxes: The Gift That Keeps On Giving - [12:54]
    8. Expectations for Subscription Boxes - [14:04[
    9. Book Recommendations On Subscription Businesses - [14:54]
    10. Things that Make a Huge Difference - [15:31]
    11. Tips on Setting Up Your Subscription Box Service  - [15:55]
    12. Final Thoughts - [17:53]


    13. Resource Links:

      Get a FREE copy of my book 'The Digital Asset Investor: Find and buy profitable online businesses to gain instant cash flow, a passive portfolio of income streams and a lifestyle you love' https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/dai-ebook-optin

      Join my FREE Digital Asset Investors Masterclass:
      https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/dai-webinar-registration

      Take the Strengths Finder Quiz and discover what kind of entrepreneur you are: https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/strengths-finder-quiz 

       

       

      About Our Host:

      Sophie Howard is the founder of Aspiring Entrepreneurs, a community designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs build a business and a life that serves them. Sophie began online in 2013 with an Amazon firm, which she sold for more than $1 million in 2015.

      Sophie has lectured on stages all around the world, encouraging and teaching other ambitious entrepreneurs. She has established instructional programs educating thousands of students how to sell online, in addition to releasing over 1000 products.

       

      Connect with Aspiring Entrepreneurs:

      • Aspiring Entrepreneurs Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/aspiringcoaching
      • Sophie Howard Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SophieHoward.Amazon
      • Aspiring Entrepreneurs Website: https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
      • Sophie Howard Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsEWvObGC01Gpq1MbAM8HyQ
      • Sophie Howard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiehoward_amazon_seller/



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        20 min
      • Ep 6: Selling on Amazon via FBA and KDP: Weighing In On Their Pros and Cons

        Amazon has definitely become a major platform for doing business today. Among the various modes of earning money in Amazon, which ones will give a clear path to financial freedom?

        In this episode, I introduce you to two models that you should really consider if you want to put up a profitable Amazon business - selling physical products through Fulfillment By Amazon (FBA) and selling books through Kindle Publishing (KDP).

        I share tips on how to get started with FBA and KDP. I also cover the two models’ various advantages along with some minor challenges and ways to overcome them.

        Tune in now and find out which between these two will work better for you!

         

        Episode Highlights:

        1. Introduction [00:00]
        2. The biggest positives of both FBA and KDP models [01:56]
        3. The incredible cash flow FBA provides [3:47]
        4. A downside on Amazon products and how you can cover it [6:54]
        5. The fulfillment by Amazon and you [8:02]
        6. What entails doing KDP with Amazon? [12:50]
        7. The amazing difference between KDP and traditional publishing [16:03]
        8. Some minor issues with the KDP and FBA [23:45]
        9. Tips for getting started with KDP and FBA [27:33]
        10. KDP vs. FBA: Which works better for you? [29:28]
        11.  

          Resource Links:

          • Take the Strengths Finder Quiz and discover what kind of entrepreneur you are: https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
          • Get a copy of my book ‘Aspiring Entrepreneurs: A Guide to Finding Your Best Path to Financial Freedom’ https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
          • Sign up for the Freedom Navigator Workshop https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/courses
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            Connect with Aspiring Entrepreneurs:

            • Aspiring Entrepreneurs Website: https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
            • Sophie Howard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV7xz4RSPa8_pxDcXDJ83uQ
            • Sophie Howard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiehoward_amazon_seller/
            • Sophie Howard LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiehowardnz/
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              36 min
            • Ep 5: Software as a Service - Is It the Ultimate Business Model?

              If we’re talking about business models that can give us huge profits in an instant, Software as a Service (SaaS) is surely among those at the top of the list.

              So what makes SaaS such a supreme business model?

              E-commerce Expert Aidan Booth joins me once again to discuss how SaaS can bring you financial freedom. Aidan and I chat about the pros and cons of doing SaaS, how SaaS generates recurring revenue, and ways that you can get better in the industry.

              If you want to find out whether SaaS is the perfect business model for you, tune in to this episode!

              Episode Highlights:

              1. Introduction [00:00]
              2. Aidan’s experience in doing SaaS [01:51]
              3. How Aidan’s team builds software solutions [4:45]
              4. Aidan’s preference between web software and mobile app [5:46]
              5. Risks and rewards of starting a SAS business [7:27]
              6. Aidan’s tip to go big in SaaS [11:22]
              7. Why SaaS isn’t as complicated as it seems to be [14:57]
              8. How SaaS is a self-sustaining business model [18:32]
              9.  

                Resource Links:

                • Take the Strengths Finder Quiz and discover what kind of entrepreneur you are: https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                • Get a copy of my book ‘Aspiring Entrepreneurs: A Guide to Finding Your Best Path to Financial Freedom’ https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                • Join the Freedom Navigator Waitlist and my 1:1 Coaching Waitlist https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
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                  About Our Guest:

                  Aidan Booth is an internet marketer whose team offers online marketing training & consulting services, niche website & e-commerce store setup, support to small businesses, their own physical product brands, software as a service, and hosting & domain registration.

                  Connect with Aidan Booth:

                  • Website: https://www.aidanbooth.com/
                  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aidanboothonline
                  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aidanboothonline/
                  • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/aidanbooth09
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                    Connect with Aspiring Entrepreneurs:

                    • Aspiring Entrepreneurs Website: https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                    • Sophie Howard Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV7xz4RSPa8_pxDcXDJ83uQ
                    • Sophie Howard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiehoward_amazon_seller/
                    • Sophie Howard LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiehowardnz/
                    •  

                      Thank you for tuning in! If you found this episode valuable, please be sure to subscribe so you can stay updated whenever I post new episodes.

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                      22 min
                    • Ep 4: Business Model Breakdown - Selling Physical Products Online

                      When we think of how online shops have become a major need today, it really won’t come as a surprise how Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, became the wealthiest man in the world.

                      Anyone who tries online selling and does it the right way has a big chance of making a fortune for themselves. But what is the right way?

                      E-commerce Expert Aidan Booth joins me in this episode to give you insights on how you can set yourself up for success in the business of online selling.

                      Aidan and I touch on subjects such as the process of selecting a product to sell, the pros and cons of using the online selling platforms Amazon, Shopify, and Facebook Marketplace, and a lot more.

                      Tune in now and attain financial freedom from selling physical products online!

                      Episode Highlights:

                      1. Introduction [00:00]
                      2. How Aidan got into selling physical products online [01:16]
                      3. Dropshipping as explained by Aidan [4:37]
                      4. Choosing the right products to sell [7:06]
                      5. Knowing when to and when not to outsource [8:42]
                      6. Being analytical and creative in e-commerce [10:18]
                      7. Aidan’s thoughts on Amazon, Shopify, and Facebook Marketplace [12:05]
                      8. The platform with the least risks according to Aidan [16:23]
                      9. How Aidan builds his list of customers [22:26]
                      10. Aidan’s recommended product categories [24:39]
                      11.  

                        Resource Links:

                        • Take the Strengths Finder Quiz and discover what kind of entrepreneur you are: https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                        • Get a copy of my book ‘Aspiring Entrepreneurs: A Guide to Finding Your Best Path to Financial Freedom’ https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                        • Join the Freedom Navigator Waitlist and my 1:1 Coaching Waitlist https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
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                          About Our Guest:

                          Aidan Booth is an internet marketer whose team offers online marketing training & consulting services, niche website & e-commerce store setup, support to small businesses, their own physical product brands, software as a service, and hosting & domain registration.

                          Connect with Aidan Booth:

                          • Website: https://www.aidanbooth.com/
                          • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aidanboothonline
                          • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aidanboothonline/
                          • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/aidanbooth09
                          •  

                            Connect with Aspiring Entrepreneurs:

                            • Aspiring Entrepreneurs Website: https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                            • Sophie Howard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV7xz4RSPa8_pxDcXDJ83uQ
                            • Sophie Howard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiehoward_amazon_seller/
                            • Sophie Howard LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiehowardnz/
                            •  

                              Thank you for tuning in! If you found this episode valuable, please be sure to subscribe so you stay updated whenever I post new episodes.

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                              29 min
                            • Ep 2: Getting to Know the 5 Business Models

                              In our pioneer episode, we talked about the four entrepreneur archetypes to help you better understand how you can maximize your abilities and form a team that is sure to reach heights in whatever industry you’re in.

                              Today, we move on to the five business models that you should consider setting your entrepreneurial journey on. These models, when matched with a team of right entrepreneur archetypes, are sure to help straighten up your path to financial freedom.

                              I will be featuring guests in the upcoming episodes from each of these models but before that, I want to provide you with ample knowledge on these models.

                              So tune in now and be one step closer to financial freedom!

                              Episode Highlights:

                              1. Introduction [00:00]
                              2. Selling physical products [2:42]
                              3. Running services [5:15]
                              4. Affiliate marketing [9:45]
                              5. Software as a service [13:41]
                              6. Search engine marketing [17:38]
                              7.  

                                Resource Links:

                                • Take the Strengths Finder Quiz and discover what kind of entrepreneur you are: https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                                • Get a copy of my book ‘Aspiring Entrepreneurs: A Guide to Finding Your Best Path to Financial Freedom’ https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                                • Join the Freedom Navigator Waitlist and my 1:1 Coaching Waitlist https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                                •  

                                  About Our Host:

                                  Sophie Howard is the founder of Aspiring Entrepreneurs, a community designed to help people develop the skills and confidence to build a business and a life that serves them. Sophie began online in 2013 with an Amazon firm, which she sold for more than $1 million in 2015.

                                  Sophie has lectured on stages all around the world, encouraging and teaching other ambitious entrepreneurs. She has established instructional programs educating thousands of students how to sell online, in addition to releasing over 1000 products.

                                  Sophie has also written a book titled “Aspiring Entrepreneurs: A Guide to Finding Your Best Path to Financial Freedom.”

                                   

                                  Connect with Aspiring Entrepreneurs:

                                  • Aspiring Entrepreneurs Website: https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                                  • Sophie Howard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV7xz4RSPa8_pxDcXDJ83uQ
                                  • Sophie Howard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiehoward_amazon_seller/
                                  • Sophie Howard LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiehowardnz/
                                  •  

                                    Thank you for tuning in! If you found this episode valuable, please be sure to subscribe so you can stay updated whenever I post new episodes.

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                                    23 min
                                  • Ep 1: The 4 Entrepreneur Archetypes - Finding Your Best Path to Financial Freedom

                                    Welcome to the pilot episode of the podcast Aspiring Entrepreneurs with Sophie Howard!

                                    This episode marks the start of a new adventure for me and my home Aspiring Entrepreneurs, a community dedicated to assisting entrepreneur hopefuls in the development of a business and a life that is beneficial to them.

                                    And as I always say in my community: There's no fluff, jet planes, or Lamborghinis - just powerful advice and inspiration on all things related to starting and growing a successful online business.

                                    So join me as I lay the foundation for our future conversations by running through the four different entrepreneur archetypes to give you a glimpse of what you should expect from this podcast here in the first episode.

                                    Let’s get started!

                                    Episode Highlights:

                                    1. Topics I’ll cover and what I hope you’ll gain from this podcast  [00:00]

                                    2. Find what your entrepreneur archetype is [02:21]

                                        a. The Creator [03:37]

                                        b. The Connector [8:56]

                                        c. The Operator [12:53]

                                        d. The Automator [19:43]

                                    3. How I’ll help you achieve financial freedom in the next episodes [24:41]

                                    Resource Links:

                                    • Take the Strengths Finder Quiz and discover what kind of entrepreneur you are: https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                                    • Get a copy of my book ‘Aspiring Entrepreneurs: A Guide to Finding Your Best Path to Financial Freedom’ https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                                    • Join the Freedom Navigator Waitlist and my 1:1 Coaching Waitlist https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                                    • About our Host:

                                      Sophie Howard is the founder of Aspiring Entrepreneurs, a community designed to help people develop the skills and confidence to build a business and a life that serves them. Sophie began online in 2013 with an Amazon firm, which she sold for more than $1 million in 2015.

                                      Sophie has lectured on stages all around the world, encouraging and teaching other ambitious entrepreneurs. She has established instructional programs educating thousands of students how to sell online, in addition to releasing over 1000 products.

                                      Sophie has also written a book titled “Aspiring Entrepreneurs: A Guide to Finding Your Best Path to Financial Freedom.”

                                      Connect with Aspiring Entrepreneurs:

                                      • Aspiring Entrepreneurs Website: https://www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com/
                                      • Sophie Howard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsEWvObGC01Gpq1MbAM8HyQ
                                      • Sophie Howard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiehoward_amazon_seller/0
                                      • Thank you for tuning in! If you found this episode valuable, please be sure to subscribe so you can stay updated whenever I post new episodes.

                                        See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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                                        29 min

                                      About Aspiring Entrepreneurs with Sophie Howard

                                      From the publisher's feed

                                      Aspiring Entrepreneurs is Sophie Howard's podcast where she shows how you can get started in online business. Sophie and her guests discuss the winning business models that are working today and how different personalities and profiles affect which business is best for you. Sophie and her guests will inspire, educate and encourage you on your best path to financial freedom. Head to www.aspiringentrepreneurs.com to take the Entrepreneur Profile test to see what type of entrepreneur you are and start your journey to online success now.