Business Growth Lab

The business landscape is rapidly evolving and it’s no longer advisable to rely on existing strategies, hence entrepreneurs are encouraged to foster innovation through the use of emerging technologies and intrapreneurship amongst their team.
We’ve seen and heard the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in business.  However, as entrepreneurs, we need to learn how to use this technology to stand out and not settle into a cookie-cutter mould of sounding like other businesses.

When we empower our employees to think like entrepreneurs and explore new ideas, it unlocks tremendous opportunities for business growth. 
Moreover, business cultures that facilitate continuous learning and experimentation are paramount to an organisation’s ability to stand out and navigate challenges effectively.

Samantha Riley xx

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The way we communicate has undergone significant transformations with the rise of digital platforms. Some may think that social media has taken centre stage and overtaken email in nurturing relationships in the business landscape, however email continues to have a better ROI and conversion rates than social. 
In this episode of Influence by Design, we discover how you can use AI to supercharge your calendar bookings with proven marketing authority, Scott Bywater. He’s retained by some of the world’s best direct marketing companies for his expertise in lead generation, marketing strategies, and copywriting.
Whilst email may have the upper advantage when it comes to elevating your calendar bookings, you still need to make sure that you’re sending out messages that add value. And with the use of AI, you can create content that elevates how you communicate with your email list. 
If you’re a business owner looking for ways to book more appointments or increase engagement with the people on your list, tune in as Scott shares effective email strategies that allow him to build relationships that successfully convert.   
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Whether you’re starting out or have been in the coaching industry for quite some time there are some mistakes that hinder you from achieving your desired income. Because of these mistakes, even the most talented coaches struggle to translate their expertise into financial success. 
In this episode of Influence by Design, I am joined by my partner in life and business Leon to talk about overcoming the greatest mistake that we see that impedes coaches from growing their income.
Understanding how you can increase your income starts with knowing your numbers. These are the numbers you can easily track on a daily, and weekly basis that help boost your leads, conversation rates, and ultimately, your revenue. 
But what numbers do you need to know?
We dive deep into the four levers you can pull to achieve your income goals, and shed light on them so you can discover opportunities that will increase your income.
Samantha Riley xx

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What if you’re doing all the right things to increase brand visibility and yet you’re still the worlds best kept secret, you're not expanding your network, and you’re not reaching your ideal prospects?  Although some people may argue that this is a case of under-representation, this could be due to visibility bias.
In this episode of Influence by Design, I chat with The Brand Scientist, Chloé Nwangwu about Visibility Bias: Why Showing Up May Not Be Enough To Overcome Invisibility. She uses an interesting method of incorporating science and emotions to better position a brand’s visibility.
It may seem normal for “visibility nerds” or those who know exactly what to do to increase brand visibility to get overlooked despite employing strategies that can get them noticed. The reason behind this is that society has been conditioned to under-recognise certain kinds of people and experiences. 
Chloé shares The Four Phases of Visibility so you know what you can do for where you’re currently at, which is crucial to getting noticed. In each stage, she recommends systems and strategies that can effectively counter visibility bias and broaden your sphere of influence.
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As a business owner, you are often presented with the challenge of making decisions around attracting new leads, converting those leads to sales, and delivering to your clients. Yet it can be difficult to determine which strategies should be implemented to reach these goals. 

In this episode of Influence by Design, we discuss the concept of "business by design" and how following certain steps can help ensure that you not only win, but also grow your business in a way that feels good to you. We delve deeper into the strategies and principles that can guide business owners in making decisions that align with their goals, resonate with their customers and support their lifestyle goals.

"Business by design" refers to creating a business that is designed for the way you enjoy to work and supports your ideal lifestyle. It involves deliberately planning and aligning various elements within a business to drive success and competitive advantage.

From defining your ideal lifestyle to outsourcing and leveraging technology, this episode will explore various facets of intentional business growth - all with one goal: meaningful and achievable growth. 

Samantha Riley xx

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Money is energy and a powerful tool that can help you open up new opportunities. However, for some, money can also be a source of anxiety and stress due to lack of financial abundance. 
In this episode of Influence by Design, we talk about how to unlock financial abundance and conquer money blocks with Louisa Havers. She is a business mentor who helps clients unleash their superpowers and break through limiting beliefs in life and business. 
Business situations will always change and the energy we feel impacts our money cycle. These feelings can put us in a position where we attract money, or we can feel the resistance and money blocks playing into power. 
The road to financial abundance begins with connecting to the highest self. This way, all levels of consciousness are activated so intentions are in alignment with what you want to achieve. 
To do this, Louisa shares her proven strategies and expertise that can shatter misconceptions and can help you achieve your next financial milestone. 
Samantha Riley xx

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With over 900 million users, LinkedIn is the largest online professional networking sites. It has a plethora of opportunities to build business connections, but with such a vast user base, it can be challenging to stand out and make genuine connections that can help grow your business. 
In this episode of Influence by Design, I speak with LinkedIn Marketing Strategist, Karen Yankovich about how to build genuine connections and maximise LinkedIn for business growth. She advocates using LinkedIn to show up with influence and credibility to form connections with other thought leaders.   
Having a strong presence on LinkedIn is necessary for a business to grow and foster meaningful connections. However, some people are finding LinkedIn too spammy and lacking authenticity in building relationships.
The key is to look beyond irrelevant messages and focus on how LinkedIn can help you to build genuine connections to maximise your business growth potential.
Samantha Riley xx

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We see a lot of people struggling to accomplish their daily tasks and long-term goals, even though they’re spending hours upon hours a day working. Although they’re putting in an incredible amount of work, they’re still not getting the results they want.

In this episode of Influence by Design, I chat with my husband and business partner Leon, about the importance of effective time management and focus for coaches who want to grow their business. We discuss the strategies, tools, and ways that we achieve better time management based on our experiences and the experiments we have run within our business.

As business owners, it's easy to lose track of time when trying to juggle multiple tasks at once. Without effective time management, tasks can take longer than necessary to complete which means the business can easily plateau.

Having the ability to focus and prioritise tasks is key to ensure you’re focussing on the things that will move the needle and help you achieve your goals faster.

If you want to know more about effective time management strategies and make the most of whatever time you have to scale the business, this episode is for you.

Samantha Riley xx

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The phrase ‘woo-woo’ is often used to describe concepts such as spirituality, intuition, and energy work, and is considered taboo in many corporate cultures. However, incorporating woo in the corporate space might be the perfect union that creates a positive work environment. 
In this episode of Influence by Design, our guest Dr. Robyn McKay shares how consultants can take woo into the corporate workplace. She is an award-winning psychologist and the leading expert in Spiritual Intelligence.
Despite being a smart, science girl existing within the walls of corporate, this didn’t stop Robyn to research more about her spiritual self, which ultimately led to an awakening and passion to share her knowledge with a corporate audience.  Many consultants don’t introduce spiritual concepts into the corporate world because of fear and judgement that people might not take them seriously.  But there are opportunities to introduce them to workplaces who are open to new concepts. 
Learn more about the impact of bringing woo in the workplace, and begin to understand the strategy of combining spiritual and scientific tools to transform leadership and corporate experiences.
Samantha Riley xx

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We often hear people say, “It’s not about the money”.  But in reality, money is a key factor in life and business. Without money, it’s unlikely a business will survive, and you won’t have the freedom to live the life you dream of.
In this episode of the Influence by Design podcast, Samantha and Tim debunk a common misconception of business owners - it’s not about the money. 
Having money corresponds to having freedom and access to better opportunities. Business owners can design the lifestyle they want, decide on their working hours, and choose the clients they want to work with when their  income supports them.
Money opens up your world to better experiences that you can share with the people you love.  It’s only a matter of putting meaning behind what it can do for you and your business. 
Samantha Riley xx

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