Business Growth Lab

We all know the old adage - "time flies when you're having fun". Yet as entrepreneurs consumed by business-building, we often neglect to pause and assess if we are truly enjoying the ride. Moreover, in the relentless pursuit of goals, it becomes easy to lose perspective across critical areas that ultimately enable or derail our success.
In this introspective episode, Samantha and Tim emphasize why consistent self-reflection is imperative not just professionally, but personally too. As 2023 draws to a close, Samantha and Tim reflect on monumental technology advancements, economic shifts, client relationships, health realizations and team dynamics over the past year.
If you feel like you've lost sight of your why, lack work-life balance or want to build supreme clarity before mapping your 2024 plan, this episode is for you. Discover how to harness the power of reflection so you can create your 2024 business plan and design your most fulfilling life.
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Many experts focus intensely on creating their courses and programs, yet overlook the crucial need to build an audience who will actually buy from them. 
In this episode of Influence by Design, Samantha chats with Ellen Finkelstein on how to build an engaged email list to help your business thrive.
Your “list” is a list of people you can legally reach out to, and Ellen emphasizes the value of building your email list.She shares how synergistic partnerships, "freebie swaps," and consistency have significantly helped in growing her own list and how these have been instrumental in nurturing business relationships over time.
She also highlights the importance of being selective in ensuring that you only share valuable and relevant content with your audience. She shares how her "newsletter style" allows her to promote multiple partners in every email she sends, providing massive value to her audience. Ellen also tackles ideal email frequency, overcoming worries about "bothering" people, and effective ways to build trust and engagement.
Tune in as Samantha and Ellen discuss the necessity of consistently building your audience hand-in-hand while growing your business. Their insightful tips and strategies will lay the foundation for success and help you expand your reach. 
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Your business' purpose should be to generate enough income to support your desired lifestyle. In this episode of Influence by Design, Samantha talks to Tim about the importance of calculating your actual lifestyle costs and then determining the revenue you need from your business, rather than going around and chasing vague targets.
“A million dollars” has become a go-to goal for most entrepreneurs wanting to grow their business by increasing revenue. However, very few successfully hit the $1M mark — in fact, only 4.4%  of businesses do —because most set it as an indeterminate target without making an effort to ground it in their actual lifestyle costs and desired business model. 
Sam and Tim discuss the value of making tiny, 1% improvements, which can be achieved by simply ticking off 3 tasks every day. If done consistently, these actions compound over time, and you’ll soon find yourself well on your way to hitting your targets (perhaps even exceeding them).
Tune in as Samantha and Tim explore the benefits of knowing your desired lifestyle costs, becoming aware of the requisite profit margins for the realization of this goal, and setting tangible, realistic targets. The insights you’ll gain will guide you as you enhance and model your business so it fits and supports the lifestyle you desire. 
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Many entrepreneurs frequently find themselves falling into the traps of sustaining a business and ensuring they stay afloat despite challenging circumstances. It’s not uncommon to find yourself waiting, searching, and chasing after those evasive buyers, the ones who will propel your business to greater heights and help you make your mark in the industry. 
Have you sent countless emails, thinking that sending out as many as you can will boost your chances of finding the right buyers? Are you always ready with your enticing offers, eager to pounce on just about anybody showing interest in what you have to say?
In this episode of Influence by Design, we speak with Christine Campbell Rapin to gather insights, tips, and tricks on identifying the right buyers, sending accurate messages across, and converting curious individuals into paying clients. You’ll learn about the buyers’ three lanes of traffic and the value of getting into the fast lane, where you’ll find more “unicorns.”
Christine shares some of her personal experiences as a rookie in the world of business and a seasoned coach intent on helping struggling entrepreneurs. She is eager to share her knowledge and expertise, so you learn how to develop critical thinking skills, formulate sound strategies, and find the best solutions to your various business dilemmas.
Whether you’re a newbie or a veteran entrepreneur, you’ll find this episode useful in your quest for attracting the right buyers, sparking curiosity, and converting mere interest into lasting business relationships.
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In Part 2 of The Traits of Eight Figure Entrepreneurs, Samantha and Tim continue to dive into the defining mindsets and attributes of highly successful 8-figure entrepreneurs. Having covered the first four traits in Part 1, they now explore four additional qualities that set next-level entrepreneurs apart.

Listeners will gain powerful insights on how embracing challenges, surrounding yourself with a strong peer network, cultivating an insatiable appetite for learning, and balancing confidence with humility can help accelerate your entrepreneurial growth.

Join Samantha and Tim as they reveal their best strategies for optimizing your strengths, environment, and inner game to maximize your potential and achieve game-changing success. 

Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, this episode provides actionable advice to help you level up.

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It's easy to get trapped on the hamster wheel of managing a business, relentlessly chasing productivity, sustainability, and revenue without ever having the chance to pause and appreciate the journey. 
In this episode of Influence by Design, Angela Henderson offers her thoughts on aligning your business with your true desires — be it spending quality time with the people who matter most, exploring the world, revelling in your hobbies, or simply enjoying life. 
Angela shares her wisdom on embracing life's seasons, surrendering to divine timing, making the right choices (and enacting them), and living life according to your terms. She encourages her fellow entrepreneurs to take radical responsibility for designing a business that serves their lives, not the other way around.
Through her own story of transitioning from a mental health clinician to a successful business owner, Angela demonstrates how you can create alignment between passion and purpose, heal trauma, and enjoy both revenue and freedom from having your own business. Her insights on overcoming the seven major mindset blocks, identifying and understanding triggers, and the value of putting together a synergistic business team speak to anyone seeking more breathing space and fulfilment in their lives.
If you're feeling misaligned, uninspired, or worn out, don't skip this episode. Angela's insights will inspire you to be brave enough to take on a more definitive stance, trust the process, and reconnect with your truest self.
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What does it take to build a business generating over $10 million per year? 
In this episode, Samantha and Tim pull back the curtain on the key traits and behaviours that set eight figure entrepreneurs apart. They dive into what it really takes to reach the next level of business success.
Samantha and Tim draw from their experience coaching and interacting with ultra-high earning entrepreneurs. They share the mindsets, values, and actions that allow people to grow financially successful companies. Gain insights on the importance of adaptability, integrity, leadership skills, calculated risk-taking, and more. 
If you want to avoid years of struggle and fast-track your path to multi-million dollar success, this episode is essential listening.
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It's easy to fall into the trap of relentless productivity, to ride the waves of success, without ever pausing to savor the taste of triumph. But as we chase those fleeting moments of victory, do we ever question the 'Now what?'
In this episode of Influence by Design, we feature the insightful Marie Elizabeth-Mali as she offers a profound exploration of life seasons, the rhythms of success, and the transformative power of desire. 
The wisdom she imparts isn't just for women but for everyone who seeks to live a life aligned with their purpose and desires. She invites us to align with the natural flow of life, allowing our creative energies to ebb and flow as nature intends.
Whether you're at the pinnacle of success or grappling with the question 'Now what?, Marie-Elizabeth's wisdom will inspire you to embrace curiosity, to surrender, and to appreciate the gifts of the present moment. This episode speaks to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of life's rhythms, and a more profound sense of purpose, so don’t skip this one.
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Companies invest significant resources into lead generation, marketing, and sales strategies to attract new leads. However, the secret to success lies in the careful preservation of the clients you already have.
In today's episode, Samantha and Tim take us on a journey into the often-overlooked realm of client retention. As business owners, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of attracting new clients but this episode underscores the notion that retaining existing clients is equally, if not more, critical for long-term growth.
The episode navigates various strategies and tactics that can be employed to improve client retention. From creating a sense of community among clients to extending the length of contracts, they share the practical steps you can take to transform casual customers into devoted advocates for your business.
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In a world brimming with noise and distractions, effectively conveying your message can pose a significant challenge. That's where the magic of publicity and PR comes into play, and nobody understands this better than publicity expert, Jill Lublin.
In today's episode, we delve into the world of publicity and discover the art of captivating your audience through compelling stories and powerful messages. Jill's expertise in the world of publicity is both profound and invaluable. But what truly sets her apart is her deep belief in the power of kindness as a driving force behind successful publicity. 
Publicity is not merely about self-promotion; it's about delivering value to your audience. Jill shares the importance of crafting a message that resonates with readers, viewers, and listeners by focusing on their needs and problems, not just showcasing your business.
This episode will inspire you to harness the power of publicity and unlock doors to new opportunities, let's dive in.
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