Beyond the Image Podcast

40 Lessons Every Entrepreneur Needs to Learn

Hosted by: James Patrick

I started my first business when I was 19 years old. Over the past 21 years, I've launched close to 30 different brands and businesses. I don't run 30 businesses now, but I've learned a thing or two about being an entrepreneur. Or maybe 40 things. Is this because I just turned 40 years old? Perhaps.

Today, we're going to talk about the 40 lessons of being an entrepreneur.

"The reason I do this is to get some idea of where to be pricing my services."

IN THIS EPISODE

• 40 lessons you need to know.
• Talent vs. skill and which one takes you further.
• Honoring imperfection.
• What successful people focus on and hire out.
• Know who matters.
• How to achieve big goals.
• Tag @jpatrickphoto with your favorite or one you want to learn!

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Website: jamespatrick.com

Instagram: @jpatrickphoto

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My guest today, returning back to the podcast, is Angela Gargano.

Today, we're talking about how Angela continues to get more than 5 minutes in the spotlight.

"If they say no, show them why it should be a yes."

IN THIS EPISODE

• Angela's story, the success she has had and why.
• How to use rejection to propel you forward.
• The power of consistency and following up.
• Can you cultivate resilience?
• Do your research.
• How to rise above and reach your goals.
• Why landing one cover won't be the end game for you.
• Taking action.
• How to motivate yourself when you aren't getting results.
• The real reason people come to you for your services.
• Why the number of followers doesn't matter.

Connect with James

Website: jamespatrick.com

Instagram: @jpatrickphoto

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Connect with Angela

Instagram: @angela_gargano

Website: www.instagram.com/angela_gargano

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Set Your 2023 Financial Goals

Hosted by: James Patrick

Earlier today I was having a coaching call with one of my clients and the topic of setting financial goals for the upcoming year came up. They had a very aggressive financial goal for themselves and their business. Then the question came up, "How are you going to be hitting that goal?" That part wasn't figured out yet. But to reach a big goal, you need to know in detail what that looks like for you.

The goal of this episode is to give you two different formulas on how you can calculate the income you want to earn for yourself.

"The reason I do this is to get some idea of where to be pricing my services."

IN THIS EPISODE

• The specifics of the things you need to know in order to hit your financial goals.
• A live step-by-step walkthrough of the formulas you can use.
• Taking things like days off and vacations into your calculations.
• Billable hours versus non-billable hours.
• How to correctly price your services and your hourly income.
• Achieving a system of variables you feel confident in.

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Website: jamespatrick.com

Instagram: @jpatrickphoto

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How to Set Boundaries with Melissa Paige

Hosted by: James Patrick

My guest today is Melissa Paige. She's the host of the Getting Soul Fit Podcast. Today, we're diving into her story and how to set boundaries within your business and your life.

"I don't put myself in a situation where I sacrifice my

peace of mind for someone else's comfortability."

IN THIS EPISODE

• Melissa's story and her journey into becoming a therapist.
• Why healing is so important.
• How small choices lead to big changes.
• Trusting your intuition.
• Learning to say no without having to over explain why.
• Boundaries you may need to learn to set for yourself.
• Being mindful of who we allow in our space.
• Accepting that not everyone will like you and why that matters.
• "Who am I doing this for?"

Connect with James

Website: jamespatrick.com

Instagram: @jpatrickphoto

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Connect with Melissa

Instagram: @themelissapaige

Podcast: Getting Soul Fit

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Do you know what really bothers me? Hyperbole. When someone says, "Oh, you have to try this. It's the best." Is it? Another hyperbolic expression that drives me up the wall is when someone on social media inevitably says, "I get asked all the time about ____." When really, they just want to talk about something.

Now that I've said that, I need to tell you I get asked all the time about how I manage to get so much done. That's not hyperbole, I do get asked all the time. The answer is in how I manage the projects that I take on and how I break those projects down into manageable actions.

Today, we're going to talk about how to get more done.

"Why do some individuals seem to possess the capacity to constantly achieve great things in their lives while others tend to struggle?"

IN THIS EPISODE

• The distinguishing factor in individuals.
• The 3 essential pillars you need to apply to your own life to ignite the change you long for.
• What usually leads people to change.
• Why setting goals and casting vision is important.
• How to create purpose fueled action.
• The gift of failure.
• Defining your legacy and realizing the impact it will have.
• How to use the Legacy Planner.
• Drafting out your month based on your quarterly goals pulled on from your yearly goals.
• 4 categories of habits that help individuals become successful.

Download a FREE copy of my new book The Legacy Planner and start getting more done today. DOWNLOAD OR PURCHASE THE LEGACY PLANNER HERE

Connect with James

Website: jamespatrick.com

Instagram: @jpatrickphoto

Legacy planner: https://jamespatrick.com/legacy/

Text me marketing questions @: 480-605-3254

How to Price Your Services with Lesley Logan

Hosted by: James Patrick

My guest today is Lesley Logan. She's the owner and founder of OnlinePilatesClasses.com.

Today, we're talking about pricing your services correctly.

"Your business is not as fragile as you think it is."

IN THIS EPISODE

• Why being consistent matters.
• The power of YouTube.
• A formula anyone can use to price their services.
• How to get out of burnout.
• Effectively making your schedule.
• Making shifts in your daily life that will go a long way.
• Being okay with making changes within your business often.
• Focusing on continuing to move forward.
• Having a list of 5 people/groups whose opinion actually matters.

Connect with James

Website: jamespatrick.com

Instagram: @jpatrickphoto

Text me marketing questions @: 480-605-3254

Connect with Lesley

Magic Number Calculator: https://profitablepilates.com/lp/magic-number/

Instagram: @lesley.logan

Pilates website & freebies: https://onlinepilatesclasses.com

Podcast: Be It Till You See It

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Photo Shoots That Could Not End Fast Enough

Hosted by: James Patrick

When I was in college, I got a job at Office Max one summer selling printers and various organizational tools. They also required me to work the register from time to time. On one Saturday morning, a customer came in and started yelling at me in front of not only my coworkers, but a line of patrons who started staring at the ground very uncomfortably. This customer made me call over my manager and demanded that my manager fire me.

He did not fire me, but he did apologize profusely to the customer. I was being berated by the customer for saying, "have a nice day."

Today, we're going to talk about some other shitty jobs I've had.

"They gave no direction on what they wanted the photos to look like."

IN THIS EPISODE

• Some of the worst jobs James has had.
• Photo shoots that made James question his career choice.
• How James handled awkward and uncomfortable situations.
• Beyond creepy situations.
• Overcoming unique user experiences.
• Remembering who you're there to serve.

Connect with James

Website: jamespatrick.com

Instagram: @jpatrickphoto

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Becoming a Millionaire on OnlyFans with Courtney Tillia

Hosted by: James Patrick

My guest today is Courtney Tillia. Today, we're diving into Courtney's story and how she got to where she is now.

"They want to see that it's possible for them."

IN THIS EPISODE

• Courtney's story and what led to her transition from being a teacher.
• The lightbulb moment.
• Things in life that should be measured vs what is usually measured.
• All the backend work that people don't see.
• How a free account can still make Courtney money.
• The biggest platform that makes Courtney the most revenue and how she uses the other ones.
• How to keep subscribers.
• Different ways to land media coverage.
• Changes in the industry and leaving taboo behind.
• Should you get a manager?
• What's coming up for Courtney and how it may help you.

Connect with James

Website: jamespatrick.com

Instagram: @jpatrickphoto

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Connect with Courtney

Website: www.courtneytillia.com

Instagram: @mrstillia

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Warning Signs of BS Marketing

Hosted by: James Patrick

This may come as a surprise to you, but I was somewhat of a smartass at the youthful age of 21. I know there's no way you believe that. But the truth is that cynicism is a part of my DNA.

There was a girl I had a crush on when I was 21 and I was trying to swoon her. One evening she invited me to join her at a meeting. I accepted under one condition; if this meeting ended up being a pyramid scheme, I would walk out.

The meeting was held at the conference room of a small hotel near the university. There was a keynote speaker who everyone revered and seemed to know, but I had no clue who he was. Over the next 35 minutes, he talked about this amazing opportunity to create economic freedom, become an entrepreneur, and to take control of our lives for the first time ever. All we had to do was onboard with this company. I did end up walking out of that meeting and we're going to talk about why.

Today, we're going to talk about the bullshit of fantasy marketing.

"They only want you to connect with others in the system."

IN THIS EPISODE

• The problem within our industry and how people are trying to keep up.
• Revelations James had when he was entrapped.
• Warning signs.
• Messages that don't teach strategy or tactics.
• Behavioral control.
• The art of deception.

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Website: jamespatrick.com

Instagram: @jpatrickphoto

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Are Your Friends Holding You Back?

Hosted by: James Patrick

Have I ever told you about the time I booby trapped my friend's bed my freshman year of college? It was equal parts brilliance combined with absolutely baffling behavior. Halfway through my first year of college, I managed to convince my parents that I would get better grades if I lived on campus. The truth is, that I desired what I considered to be the most authentic and traditional college experience.

Today, we're talking about what happened with James's roommate, Bruce, and the actual role friends play in our lives.

"This is what elitism looks like."

IN THIS EPISODE

• James's experience with his roommate when he moved onto campus during his freshman year of college.
• The value of friends.
• Being careful of who you listen to in regards to friendship advice.
• How to truly evaluate people.
• What happens when you audit your friends the wrong way.
• Unrealistic expectations that can form if you believe your friends are responsible for your success.

Connect with James

Website: jamespatrick.com

Instagram: @jpatrickphoto

Text me marketing questions @: 480-605-3254

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