Business Brain Rewire

I know you’ve felt pressure before in your purpose-driven business. Maybe you even feel it now.

Pressure makes you rush through your to-do list to keep up with the calendar. Or, pressure makes you start thinking of lots of new ideas to “make things work NOW.”

You end up spinning a lot in your head, which I think is where most of the exhaustion actually comes from.

Here’s the thing. Pressure doesn’t produce anything good. Not a good feeling for you. And not good results for your business.

Because no good ideas come from pressure. And quality work doesn’t come from pressure either.

So what do we do when we feel pressure? It’s bound to happen.

In today’s episode, I break down the science behind pressure to show you how you can use it as a benefit to you. This way, your results and your wellbeing won’t suffer when pressure comes along.

In Today’s Episode, You’ll Learn:

> What causes pressure as a purpose-driven entrepreneur

> Why pressure is actually a good sign

>How to make yourself feel better in your business when you are under pressure

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Show notes available at rankandfile.com

P.S. Ready to leave 'almost-entrepreneur land' and become a financially-sustainable, money-in-the-bank business owner so you can make a social impact? Book a consult with me. I'll get you there in 6 months or less without sacrificing your values, personal life or sense of wellbeing. rankandfile.com/consult

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You're thinking things will be easier in the future. But this could be what I call a Brain Drama:

Here are some of the Brain Drama thoughts I had when I was an almost-entrepreneur:

I’ll have more time in the future.

I’ll have less complicated things to figure out once I’ve_________.

I’ll have enough money to grow my business how I want to in a few years.

These thoughts are believable, but they are not real.

I always say: How you get there is how you stay there.

So how you think now is how you will think later. Your level of success never changes your habits of thinking. You just bring the way you think with you.

This is why it is essential that you learn how to think like a money-in-the-bank business owner instead of thinking like an almost-entrepreneur... because purpose-driven business owners who are financially sustainable are the only ones making a positive impact in the world.

The way you THINK is what will get you to the next level.

The way you THINK will also help you overcome all the stuff that’s in your way now.

This is great news because it means anyone can do it. You don’t need another degree, more money, or a different sales strategy to think differently.

Listen to today’s podcast episode to learn how to think helpful, healthy thoughts as a business owner - so you get your roadblocks out of your way. The time, money, support you need is closer than you realize.

In Today’s Episode, You’ll Learn:

> What Brain Drama Is + How you can tell when you are being held back by it.

> Why we carry our way of thinking with us to each new level

> How to think helpful, healthy thoughts as a business owner

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

> Show notes available at rankandfile.com

> Sign-up for a free consult call with kari at rankandfile.com/coaching

You want to be a financially sustainable purpose-driven entrepreneur who can pay your bills and make an impact.

This is a no-brainer.

But you are stuck with the money stuff. Mainly, not enough sales.

Today we are talking all about the 5 must-have skills that every financially sustainable business owner has. And we are narrowing in on the first one because it's the most vital to your success.

It’s not what you think it is. It’s not rocket science, but it’s hard to implement unless you are on the lookout for it.

Join me today to learn the first, most foundational skill set and exactly how to start doing it with three simple questions.

In today’s episode, you’ll learn:

> What keeps entrepreneurs stuck from not becoming financially sustainable

> The first most foundation skill set that makes the rest of the 5 fall into place

> Three simple questions to start using the skill set today

Important links from today’s episode:

Sign-up for the Masterclass "Get Clear, Launched and Selling (No Matter What's in Your Way) - at rankandfile.com/clear-launched-selling/

Show notes at rankandfile.com/the-podcast/

I know from past experience how frustrating it is to be in the “almost-entrepreneur” phase where life is in your way and you just can’t quite get clear, launched, or selling in order to make the income and impact you desire.

So today, I'm breaking down what almost-entrepreneurship is, what causes it, and how to go through it more easily so you are making an income and an impact as a money-in-the-bank business owner.

On Today's Episode, You'll Learn:

> What Almost Entrepreneurship Is

> The Three Stages of Almost-Entrepreneurship and Why This Matter

> How to Know Which Stage You Are In and What to Focus on

Important Links from Today's Episode:

Show notes at rankandfile.com

Sign-up for the LIVE Masterclass on September 22, 2022 at rankandfile.com/clear-launched-selling/

Hey there purpose-driven woman,

It’s easy to think that your sales skills, your organization skills, or something else will be the thing that will turn you from an almost-entrepreneur to a money-in-the-bank business owner with the income and impact to show for it.

I know because I’ve thought this very thing.

My brain thought that I needed to get better at all sorts of stuff.

But this is not true.

And this is the best news.

Your super power - the thing that will get you to your goals the fastest - is actually your ability to make decisions.

That’s it.

All you need to do is to learn the skill of decision-making.

And it’s not as hard as you think.

Join me on today’s episode to learn why decision making is your secret superpower. And how to get good at making faster, smarter decisions so you can launch or grow your business, and reach your goals.

The future income and impact you want are closer than you realize. You are just one decision away from your breakthrough.

So I encourage you to make the decision to learn decision-making today.

>> Learn more about my work and get connected with me at rankandfile.com

If you feel like life is getting in your way, or like you “don’t have time” to figure out how to make your business work, you are not alone.

I have fallen into the “not enough time” trap too.

It feels real.

It feels hard to fix.

It feels like we have to wait until the busy time is over before we can really go all-in on the business to make it “work.”

But waiting for later is not the answer. Because later is just an illusion.

Later is a tool our brains use to keep us from making changes. Same = safe to our brains.

But making changes is exactly what is required to CHANGE your current income and impact. Change is also what’s required to make more space for your personal life and sense of wellbeing.

The real question to ask yourself is this: are you willing to decide on making changes NOW versus waiting until later?

In this episode, I’ll show you how to step into the role of the CEO so you can make better decisions to problem-solve your life and business instead of waiting around until LATER.

In this episode you’ll learn:

- Why later is an illusion that will keep you stuck forever

- Why taking responsibility for your life and business feels amazing

- How to see yourself as the CEO of your life and business

- How to make faster decisions so you can problem-solve your life and business

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

If you’re ready NOW to figure out how to make purpose-driven entrepreneurship work for you, book a free consult call with me to find out how I can help you clarify your business model, launch your offering and learn to sell it in 6-months or less.

Go to rankandfile.com/coaching to learn more and to sign-up for your consult

Every purpose-driven entrepreneur has those things in their business that feel “not-fun.” Whether it’s admin, accounting, calendaring, sales or social media - it’s easy to find yourself procrastinating or putting off important tasks that you know you need to do because they feel difficult, “not fun”, or scary.

Today’s podcast episode is all about how to motivate yourself for the important (but not-fun) stuff in your business.

I’ll show you that there are 3 types of not-fun stuff and give you advice for how you can motivate yourself in each type of situation.

If you are ready to stop procrastinating or putting-off the “not-fun stuff” in your business. Or, if you simply want to inject more energy, more purpose or more intention into an area of your business that doesn’t feel fun at the moment, this is the perfect episode for you.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

> The 3 types of not-fun stuff and why categorizing them matters

> 3 ways to motivate yourself for the not-fun stuff so that you stop procrastinating

> How to energize yourself to make the not-fun stuff feel light, creative and purposeful

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Get coaching so the income and impact you desire for your purpose-driven business finally happens (without sacrificing your personal life or sense of wellbeing to get there). Learn more and schedule a free consult call at: rankandfile.com/coaching

Most entrepreneurs think that stress is inevitable.

That life just happens.

But, you might be creating your own stress more than you realize.

This episode shows you how you actually create your own stress, and what you can do about it.

I share one simple question to ask yourself that will change your entire experience of stress, and help move you into a calm, problem-solving energy (instead of spiraling into overwhelm, worry and burn out.)

Plus, I share how to stay out of negative self-talk, shame and self-judgment that can often come along with stress when we don’t reach our goals or timelines.

Stress is not a problem, you guys.

Unless you make it one.

Unless you don’t know how to use it to your advantage.

Stress is ACTUALLY a way to uncover your next solution.

It will show you exactly what you need to do to grow.

Find out exactly how in today’s episode.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

> How we create our own stress and what this specifically looks like in real-life

> How we can feel more in-control by taking 100% responsibility

> How our stress can actually help us find solutions

> A simple awareness exercise to do when you are triggered by stress

Practical, actionable ways we can reduce entrepreneurial stress

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

If you want to learn how to manage yourself like a true CEO in your purpose-driven business - from your time and calendar, to your sales, structure and salary. Then, you have to join Simply Sustainable - a 12-month coaching program designed to teach you exactly how to step into your CEO shoes to reach your income and impact goals. Learn more at rankandfile.com/coaching

Today's podcast episode dives deep into messaging for purpose-driven entrepreneurs. Specifically we talk about the 'quick pitch' or what some people call the 'offering statement'.

I share my messaging philosophy, which includes my step-by-step process for how to create a quick pitch / offering statement using the Three C's of Messaging - Clear, Concise and Compelling.

With a quick pitch that is clear, concise and compelling, you’ll make more sales and make a greater impact in your purpose-driven business overnight.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

- The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make when first introducing themselves and their company

- What a quick pitch needs to include

- The three C’s of the quick pitch

- Step-by-step tips to make your quick pitch clear, concise and compelling

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Learn how to become a masterful CEO of your own purpose-driven business, so you reach your income and impact goals with the Simply Sustainable Coaching Program. Go to rankandfile.com/coaching for all the details.

Many purpose-driven entrepreneurs are not motivated by money. Because they want to be purpose-driven. And because money does not always equal social impact in their minds. Today, I’ll share why not having a money goal is a red flag for deeper issues and why it’s important that you set a very specific revenue goal for your purpose-driven business each year in order to expand your social impact fully.

Money is truly the gateway for impact. Let’s get you more of it in today’s episode.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

> The deeper issues that you probably face if you are not motivated by money goals

> Why money goals are important for all entrepreneurs, even purpose-driven ones

> What a money goal does for your internal motivation so you can create a bigger impact

Important Links from Today’s Episode:

Get links from today's episode and learn more about Rank & File's coaching programs at rankandfile.com