Build a Badass Business with Diane Sanfilippo

By Diane Sanfilippo

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Join Diane Sanfilippo - 2x New York Times bestselling author and serial entrepreneur - for business tips, advice, and motivation for emerging or existing business owners. You'll learn practical strategies from Diane as well as hear expert interviews with those who have had similar struggles and have found success.

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Build a Badass Business with Diane Sanfilippo episodes:

01.15.2016
#54: What I Can & Can't Teach You About Building a Successful Business
Follow whatever it is that you're passionate about and live your truth in that There are not people who are sitting by who have been successful who want to spend every minute of their life telling you the steps to take...
12.23.2015
#53: Building a Business from Scratch with the Merrymaker Sisters
Introducing our guest, the Merrymaker Sisters [1:18] Making the decision to work solely on the business [7:12] Streams of income as a blogger [13:02] Selling a product before making it [17:20] Future plans for the Merrymaker Sisters [23:46]
12.18.2015
#52: Five Tips for Better Food Photos on Instagram
Garnish is important: It’s what takes a photo from being “ok” to looking that much more exciting, or a bit more thoughtful. Choose a plate or a vessel that isn’t too big: Make sure that whatever you have is really full, because that’s...
12.07.2015
#51: Blogging Etiquette Part 1
Ask for permission before you ask for forgiveness. When in doubt, don’t. If you saw it, and you tweaked it and put it on your site, it’s not yours. Look outside of your direct community for inspiration, not inside of it. It’s fair to...
12.03.2015
#50: Rant: If you don't have $25...then stop talking and get to work!
The more you complain about something, the more you put your time and energy and focus into it, the more that thing, if it’s positive or negative, will grow. There’s no reason why anyone should not have $25 to buy something...
11.11.2015
#49: How to be more productive
One of the keys to productivity is getting to know yourself. Getting to know yourself will make your life so much easier, and you’ll be able to accomplish the things you’re trying to accomplish in your business.
11.09.2015
#48: Quick & Dirty or Slow & Calculated
You learn so much more exponentially when you're taking a quick and dirty approach to something, because it forces you to figure things out. The value of the product that you’re selling really needs to speak almost for itself.
11.04.2015
#47: Stop Criticizing & Start Creating
Respect the process and the journey. Respect the individual and their experience. Making a critical judgment and constantly finding ways to pick thinks apart shows very little respect for the person, both the process and the journey, but also the experience that...
11.02.2015
#46: Design tools for non-designers & nutrition business systems
Topics: 1. If you’re inspired by something when you saw it, don’t look at it when you create whatever it is that you’re going to create.2. I would take your own lens, filter, experience; your own angle on things, and...
10.28.2015
#45: Is self-doubt holding you back?
Topic1. You’re not that special. if you’re going through a struggle, someone else has too.2. If one person reads what you wrote, and their life is better for it, isn’t that enough? 3. If you’re in it because it’s a...
10.26.2015
#44: Interview with Dan Antonelli, insights from 20 years in business
Topics:1. Introducing Dan Antonelli [2:40]2. Hiring his first employee [10:34]3. The spirit of a good entrepreneur [22.24]4. How Diane started working for Dan [32:14]5. What Dan learned from Diane [44:37]
10.21.2015
#43: How to create original content (and what NOT to do)!
Topics:1. If you take your edge, your experience, or your perspective and put that spin on the topic, then you’re going to create something that’s unique.2. Focus on what you want to create and put out into the world with...
10.19.2015
#42: Time Management Tips
Topics: 1.To feel fulfilled as a solo-preneur, get something done each day that contributes to a bigger project or a bigger goal.2. If, "write an eBook" is on your to-do list, you’re never going to get it done. Books don't...
10.14.2015
#41: Q&A - Networking groups, digital product security, and getting focused!
Topics 1. As an entrepreneur, you have to listen to - and work on honing - your instincts.2. Instead of trying to carve out a niche or doing something that’s super broad; start to work with people one on one...
10.13.2015
#40: Interview: Passive Income with Sylvie McCracken
Topics: 1. How long did it take to become “real” [2:50]2. Shifting from blogging to a business [9:13]3. Passive income with eBooks [12:39]4. Advice for those who don’t know where to get started [19.34]5. What to use for free content and...
10.07.2015
#39: Should you sell something high or low-priced first?
Topics: 1. It might take more time, but you will build a better business when you build a lot more trust in the people who are following the advice and information that you have.2. Starting small in this way; what...
10.05.2015
#38: Interview - Michelle Pfennighaus of Find Your Balance Health
Topics:1. Introducing our guest, Michelle Pfennighaus [1:17]2. Michelle’s health struggles [3:50]3. How Michelle’s business looked in the beginning [6:10]4. When it felt like a “real” business [15.43]5. How to find your direction [21:22]6. What social media numbers reflect about success...
09.30.2015
#37: 3 Tips for Connecting in Real Life
Topics: 1. To have a mindset that something is too small for you limits you from connecting with people who need what you have to offer the most.2. Don’t be too proud to get connected with your local community.3. It’s important...
09.28.2015
#36: When to Hustle & When to Flow
Topics: 1. You have to keep pushing forward because nobody is in charge of that ship except you. 2. If you’re trying to grow your audience, then this is the time to really keep hustling. 3. As entrepreneurs, as driven people,...
09.23.2015
#35: Whatever it Takes
Topics:1. Swallow your pride and not be in a position where you’re too good for a job.2. That’s the kind of mindset that we really need to all get out of; worrying what other people think when we’re on a...
09.21.2015
#34: 3 Reasons To Learn New Skills
Topics:1. Every time you take this approach and have a new skill that you learned or take the time to learn a new skill, you feel more and more confident that you won’t fail when you try to learn something...
09.16.2015
#33: How to build loyalty with social media
Topics: 1. when you respond to questions on social media, you create a small moment of enchantment. 2. what we’re doing with social media is actually replacing a live interaction. 3. If you’re going to use social media to try and build this loyal...
09.14.2015
#32: Why asking for money isn't evil
Topics1. People want to pay for what you have to offer2. You can’t do this work if you can’t earn money3. Earning money gives you the ability to do the work4. Earning money from what you’re doing gives you freedom
09.09.2015
#31: The one thing to never do
Topics1. It never makes your “thing” shine or look better to disparage the competition.2. How to handle comparison3. It’s your job to communicate your message so strongly that what you have to offer is the obvious choice4. Passive agressive comparison
09.07.2015
#30:Work just one time to create multiple forms of content [Periscope]
Topics: 1. How to repurpose your content to use across multiple platforms2. How to record video on iMovie, strip out the audio and use it on a podcast3. Boil down bullet points and create a shareable to be used on Instagram...
09.02.2015
#29: How to handle criticism
Enjoy this Q&A; episode where I address: 1. How to handle criticism from people who think you are working too hard. 2. The value I place on being in control of my day. 3. How to up the level of your business (hint:...
08.31.2015
#28: How much time should you spend on social media? (Recorded live from Periscope!)
Back with another episode recorded LIVE from Periscope! The audio isn't amazing on this, but I promise it'll improve with future live from the 'Scope recordings. We didn't have any furniture in the house on this day, so it was...
08.26.2015
#27: Get comfortable with change.
This episode was originally created in tandem with a LIVE Periscope broadcast! If you'd like to interact with me live, simply download the free Periscope app and follow me there @dianesanfilippo - see you on the Scope! #dianescopes #badassbusiness (Please excuse...
08.26.2015
#26B: [Interview] Business integrity with Erich Krauss, owner of Victory Belt Publishing
Topics:1. Business is not just business2. How to sell a book once it’s published [9:17]3. Publishing a book [12:38]4. Make decisions carefully [18:18]5. Starting slow is key [23:51]6. Finding your drive [29:51]7. Partnerships in business [36:31]As long as you stay...
08.25.2015
#26A: [Interview] Business integrity with Erich Krauss, owner of Victory Belt Publishing
Topics:1. Introducing Erich Krauss [2:34]2. Transitioning to paleo publisher [8:11]3. Focusing on the client [16:46]4. Hustle and grind [25:02] Erich Krauss is the owner and President of Victory Belt Publishing, but his position in life wasn't always on top. He started...
08.19.2015
#25: Repurposing periscope videos, copyright issues, and amazon affiliate accounts
In this episode, I talk about copyright issues, repurposing Periscope videos, and Amazon affiliate accounts.
08.17.2015
#24: Why not you?
Getting a business started, creating a blog, offering a service, or doing something that'll put you "out there" in front of people often brings up a sense of, "why me?" or "who am I to do this, it's already being...
08.12.2015
#23: Q&A: Overpriced services, commissions vs pay-per-click ads, food critic blogging, and certifications before nutrition coaching
In this episode, I answer questions about pricing your services (and what to do when other think they're overpriced), options for earning money from ads on your website, how to start blogging as a food critic, and thoughts on getting...
08.11.2015
#22: Hustle is an investment in your future.
To any of my entrepreneurs out there, some thoughts for your Monday... This weekend, I talked about HUSTLE over on Periscope. Watch it here - http://katch.me/balancedbites/v/8d6d1c0f-5a0d-3bc4-a908-efbbf2b1a7e0 Please don't misunderstand my take on hustle for a dismissal of quality time with friends and...
08.05.2015
#21: How to get comfortable with social media, eBook publishing, Twitter, and blogging.
In this episode, I talk about getting comfortable with the uncomfortable, naming brands on your blog, publishing an eBook, and getting Twitter to work for you. Join the FaceBook group to get in on the conversation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/badassbusiness/ And come follow me...
08.03.2015
#20: [Interview] Starting and growing a business with Tony Kasandrinos
Topics:1. Starting the company [2:47]2. Building up in your community [8:20]3. Waiting for the "right" or "perfect" time [13:20]4. Promotion in the beginning [16:41]5. Figuring things out as a business owner [23:22]6. The power of networking [29:54]
07.29.2015
#19: Q&A: Passive income strategies, changing business direction, and pricing a product or program.
In this episode, I answer questions about passive income strategies, a change of heart in business direction, and pricing your online product or program.
07.27.2015
#18: Q&A: What to do about multiple passions, websites, and social media accounts
In this episode, I talk about how to get focused when you're multi-passionate and feeling unsure, the debates over multiple websites, and deciding whether to have multiple social media accounts or focus on one.
07.22.2015
#17: How to make money with a blog, Part 2 - Ads & Sponsors
There are a lot of ways to monetize a blog. In this series of episodes, I'm going to touch on the various approaches you can take. Today, I'm talking all about ads and sponsorships and the options and considerations to...
07.20.2015
#16: How to make money with a blog, Part 1 - Affiliate Sales
There are a lot of ways to monetize a blog. In this series of episodes, I'm going to touch on the various approaches you can take. Today, I'm talking all about affiliate products and programs, different options, and how to...
07.15.2015
#15: Stop pondering and start doing!
How do you focus as a multi-passionate entrepreneur? In this episode, I talk about 3 tips for focus and direction when you're not exactly sure which way to go.
07.13.2015
#14: How to Grow Your Audience
With social media is taking over the lives of business owners and marketers alike, it's no wonder we're all forgetting that at the root of every business - big or small - are people. People are behind every account, screen name,...
07.08.2015
#13: You are not Taylor Swift. (How to connect over the chasm.)
When your following on social media isn't in the millions, like Taylor's or Kim Kardashian's is, how do you make sure you are *connecting* with meaning? You can't simply drop a photo to Instagram, a FB post, or a Tweet...
07.04.2015
#12: Q&A: Passive income, getting customers, and naming your business
In this episoside, I'm answering listener questions: Jeffrey asks- What different ways are there to reach a million people and generate passive income, and how would you go about it? I am not exceptionally educated in nutrition or fitness. I am certified as...
06.29.2015
#11: Q&A - Hiring: How do you build a team?
Today’s question comes from Laura, and she asks, “How do you build a team? I’m getting to the point in my business that I would love to hire someone to help me but I’m terrified of relinquishing control to someone...
06.18.2015
#10: Are you moving fast enough?
I want to touch a little bit on this concept of drive and along with that, a pace and a speed. I see this a lot, and I see it with all different types of entrepreneurs. I see it with...
05.19.2015
#9: Listen, Labor, Launch: A Process for Working on Anything.
I gave this talk at PaleoFx this year, the largest Paleo nutrition and wellness conference that exists annually. It's a fantastic event and I highly recommend attending next year. I am helping them to organize a business track since this talk...
03.03.2015
#8: Accounting & Bookkeeping Basics
I recently sat down with my good friend Jessica Mishra who happens to be a smarty-pants CPA. Jessica is also a holistic health coach and a registered yoga teacher, so she's no stranger to running a small business as well...
12.02.2014
#7: Websites Part 2 - To Blog or not to Blog?
Deciding to blog - three factors to consider: time that you have for writing your intention for the blog the long game versus the short game If you decide to blog, elements to consider of your posts & blog: what...
10.21.2014
#6: Websites Part 1 - Pages You Need
Building a website seems so daunting, but if you start at square 1 and focus on the critical first pages, it'll get easier, I promise. Brochureware sites vary a bit from blog-based sites, but everyone needs these initial pages regardless...

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Build a Badass Business with Diane Sanfilippo episodes:

#54: What I Can & Can't Teach You About Building a Successful Business

#53: Building a Business from Scratch with the Merrymaker Sisters

#52: Five Tips for Better Food Photos on Instagram

#51: Blogging Etiquette Part 1

#50: Rant: If you don't have $25...then stop talking and get to work!

#49: How to be more productive

#48: Quick & Dirty or Slow & Calculated

#47: Stop Criticizing & Start Creating

#46: Design tools for non-designers & nutrition business systems

#45: Is self-doubt holding you back?

#44: Interview with Dan Antonelli, insights from 20 years in business

#43: How to create original content (and what NOT to do)!

#42: Time Management Tips

#41: Q&A - Networking groups, digital product security, and getting focused!

#40: Interview: Passive Income with Sylvie McCracken

#39: Should you sell something high or low-priced first?

#38: Interview - Michelle Pfennighaus of Find Your Balance Health

#37: 3 Tips for Connecting in Real Life

#36: When to Hustle & When to Flow

#35: Whatever it Takes

#34: 3 Reasons To Learn New Skills

#33: How to build loyalty with social media

#32: Why asking for money isn't evil

#31: The one thing to never do

#30:Work just one time to create multiple forms of content [Periscope]

#29: How to handle criticism

#28: How much time should you spend on social media? (Recorded live from Periscope!)

#27: Get comfortable with change.

#26B: [Interview] Business integrity with Erich Krauss, owner of Victory Belt Publishing

#26A: [Interview] Business integrity with Erich Krauss, owner of Victory Belt Publishing

#25: Repurposing periscope videos, copyright issues, and amazon affiliate accounts

#24: Why not you?

#23: Q&A: Overpriced services, commissions vs pay-per-click ads, food critic blogging, and certifications before nutrition coaching

#22: Hustle is an investment in your future.

#21: How to get comfortable with social media, eBook publishing, Twitter, and blogging.

#20: [Interview] Starting and growing a business with Tony Kasandrinos

#19: Q&A: Passive income strategies, changing business direction, and pricing a product or program.

#18: Q&A: What to do about multiple passions, websites, and social media accounts

#17: How to make money with a blog, Part 2 - Ads & Sponsors

#16: How to make money with a blog, Part 1 - Affiliate Sales

#15: Stop pondering and start doing!

#14: How to Grow Your Audience

#13: You are not Taylor Swift. (How to connect over the chasm.)

#12: Q&A: Passive income, getting customers, and naming your business

#11: Q&A - Hiring: How do you build a team?

#10: Are you moving fast enough?

#9: Listen, Labor, Launch: A Process for Working on Anything.

#8: Accounting & Bookkeeping Basics

#7: Websites Part 2 - To Blog or not to Blog?

#6: Websites Part 1 - Pages You Need