Digital Trailblazer Podcast

Episode 198: Stuck at the Same Level in Your Coaching Business? Get That Fixed Here: https://go.digitaltrailblazer.com/7-dollar-biz-audit 

Many course creators worry that AI will commoditize their offerings or that anyone can now churn out generic courses that compete with their expertise. This threatens to devalue your hard-earned knowledge and undermine your business positioning.

In this episode, Bryan McAnulty teaches us how to correctly leverage AI as a tool to extract and amplify your unique experience—not replace it. He explains why AI-generated courses without your personal insights have zero value, how to focus on higher-value transformations that can't be replicated, and the importance of integrating community elements into your offerings to future-proof your business in the AI era.

About Bryan McAnulty: Bryan McAnulty is the founder of Heights Platform: the all-in-one AI-powered online course creation and community-building software that empowers thousands of creators in more than 100 countries to build knowledge businesses.

Bryan's entrepreneurial journey began in 2009, when he founded Velora, a digital product design studio, developing products and websites used by millions worldwide. Stemming from an early obsession with graphic design programs and Legos, Bryan is a designer, developer, musician, and truly a creator at heart. With a passion for discovery, Bryan has traveled to more than 30 countries and 100+ cities, meeting creators along the way.

Join Bryan’s “Creator Climb” Community: https://www.creatorclimb.com/

Connect with Bryan:
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Check Out Bryan’s “Creator's Adventure Podcast”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-creators-adventure-course-creation/id1608100988

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Episode 197: Stuck at the Same Level in Your Coaching Business? Get That Fixed Here: https://go.digitaltrailblazer.com/7-dollar-biz-audit 

Most online business owners are trapped in a day-to-day revenue cycle, never building the assets needed for real growth. Without a clear destination and strategic roadmap, most online business owners never reach their long-term goals—they simply drift.

In this episode, Dave Lavinsky teaches us how to reverse-engineer business success by envisioning your end goal, mapping out the trajectory to get there, and focusing on building assets (products, systems, team members) instead of just chasing daily profits. Even a simple one-page plan can dramatically increase your chances of hitting million-dollar milestones and beyond.

About Dave Lavinsky: Dave is a serial entrepreneur and business planning expert who has helped over 1 million entrepreneurs create business plans to raise capital and grow their companies. He is the founder of PlanPros.ai, an AI-powered business plan software company, and co-founder of Growthink, a consulting firm that has made the Inc. 5000 List of America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies five times.

Dave is the author of the best-selling book “Start At The End: How Companies Can Grow Bigger and Faster By Reversing Their Business Plan”, published by Wiley. He has successfully started and exited multiple ventures and holds an MBA from UCLA's Anderson School of Management.

Check out Dave’s FREE Business Plan Examples here: https://planpros.ai/business-plan-examples/

Connect with Dave:
https://planpros.ai/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davelavinsky/

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Episode 196: Stuck at the Same Level in Your Coaching Business? Get That Fixed Here: https://go.digitaltrailblazer.com/7-dollar-biz-audit 

Most online course creators are missing out on a massive, built-in market of professionals who are required to purchase educational content every year to maintain their licenses—and many aren't even spending their own money but using employer-provided education stipends.

In this episode, Justin Montgomery teaches us how to transform your professional expertise into continuing education courses that qualify for CE credits. He breaks down the surprisingly simple accreditation process (it's easier than you think), shares how he scaled his CE business to an 8-figure valuation, and reveals why holiday sales events can generate over $1 million in just four days when you're in the CE space.

About Justin Montgomery: Justin is the founder of The Elite Nurse Practitioner, and is a nurse practitioner with degrees in biology, chemistry, nursing, and a master's in nursing. In 2019, he launched The Elite Nurse Practitioner to teach nurse practitioners clinical and business skills for starting their own practices. Within just three years, he scaled the business to seven figures annually and built an eight-figure net worth, achieving financial independence and retiring before age 40.

After realizing that exchanging time for dollars would never lead to true wealth, Justin created a scalable online course business that generates passive income with minimal time investment. Now, through his company ProCourseStart, he helps other professionals build their own continuing education course businesses so they can share their expertise, create passive income streams, and stop trading their time for dollars.

Get Justin’s ProCourseStart Blueprint Discount HERE: https://procoursestart.com/podcasts/dt/

Connect with Justin:
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IG: @procoursestart25
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Episode 195: Stuck at the Same Level in Your Coaching Business? Get That Fixed Here: https://go.digitaltrailblazer.com/7-dollar-biz-audit 

Struggling to stand out in a crowded coaching market because you're trying to serve everyone?

Without a clear niche, attracting ideal clients and scaling your business becomes nearly impossible—leaving you stuck in the hustle cycle.

In this episode, Dr. Viola Pierce teaches us how she transformed from a nurse working 12-hour shifts to a seven-figure business owner by specializing in one specific audience.

She shares her strategic approach to hiring coaches (business systems first, then speaking), the power of deep specialization over being a generalist, and how to financially prepare before making the leap to full-time entrepreneurship.

About Viola Pierce: As the CEO dedicated to revolutionizing healthcare, Viola’s mission is to empower nurses to leverage their expertise, enabling remote work and time ownership through establishing lucrative coaching and consulting enterprises. Addressing disparities in healthcare, she fosters collaboration among individuals, healthcare institutions, and governmental entities to effect global change.

Armed with a Master's in Executive Healthcare Leadership, a Doctorate in Nursing Practice, and certified as a John Maxwell Speaker, Coach, and Trainer, Viola brings a wealth of knowledge. Guiding nurses to transform insights into successful businesses to assist healthcare organizations in employee retention and organizational development. 

Check out the Millionaire Nurse CEO Conference: https://millionairenurseceo.com/mnceo2026

Connect with Viola:
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-viola-pierce-58885ab9/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXyEL-PwF8Q599gf9YEL_PA
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/morning-infusion-with-dr-v-nursing-podcast/id1568626898
 

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Episode 194: Stuck at the Same Level in Your Coaching Business? Get That Fixed Here: https://go.digitaltrailblazer.com/7-dollar-biz-audit 

Many online business owners are stuck on a "hamster wheel from hell"—constantly chasing new customers while existing ones slip away, leaving you burned out and unable to step away from your business.

In this episode, Matt Stanley shares his journey from getting fired during the 2008 recession to building a thriving marketing agency by focusing on retention and creating systems that work.

Matt teaches us how to transform your messaging from commodity-based to value-driven, master the critical balance between customer acquisition and retention, and build a sustainable business that attracts and keeps dream customers without the overwhelm.

About Matt Stanley: Matt has spent 30 years helping growth-minded entrepreneurs build thriving businesses through proven sales and marketing systems. As founder of GetReviewsAndLeads.com, he specializes in high-conversion websites, lead generation, SEO, AI technologies, and marketing automation. His proprietary & holistic marketing framework helps businesses scale like clockwork.

Matt combines cutting-edge technology expertise with a commitment to perpetual learning. He helps entrepreneurs unlock their full potential through integrated mindset, marketing, and business coaching & strategies. Recognized with the Better Business Bureau's "Integrity Counts!" Award in 2010, Matt is known for transparent client partnerships and exceptional results.

Free Marketing Audit with Matt: https://getreviewsandleads.com/free-marketing-audit-and-strategy-session

Get Matt’s Free Lead Generation Guide: https://getreviewsandleads.com/free-ebook-10-lead-gen-strategies-to-get-customers-now

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Episode 193: Stuck at the Same Level in Your Coaching Business? Get That Fixed Here: https://go.digitaltrailblazer.com/7-dollar-biz-audit 

Hiring your first virtual assistant often ends in disaster—choosing the cheapest option, getting overwhelmed by hundreds of applications, and making costly mistakes that waste time and money instead of creating the freedom you started your business for.

In this episode, Daniel Brimblecombe teaches us how to recruit top talent through a strategic hiring process. He reveals why price shouldn't drive your decision, which countries excel at specific skills, how to structure your hiring funnel to find committed team members, and the critical first-week expectations that ensure your VA becomes a game-changing asset rather than another failed experiment.

About Daniel Brimblecombe: Daniel brings over twenty years of experience in the fields of marketing, media, and recruitment, having held senior leadership roles that have driven business growth, brand elevation, and high-performance team development.

As the founder of BrimbleMedia and Brimble Recruitment Group, Daniel has played a pivotal role in aligning strategic direction with creative execution. He helps businesses scale, attract aligned talent, and create meaningful impact across diverse industries, including digital, health, education, and lifestyle sectors.

In recent years, his passion has evolved beyond operations and marketing into mindset work, personal growth, and empowering others to lead with clarity and confidence. Through his platforms, he advocates for purpose-led entrepreneurship and conscious leadership.

Get Daniel’s Free VA Hiring Resources: https://brimblemedia.com/free-gift/

Connect with Daniel:
Website: https://brimblemedia.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.brimblecombe
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Business FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/brimblemedia
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-brimblecombe-39516933/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gobrimble
Podcast Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@AttentionIsTheCurrency

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Episode 192: Stuck at the Same Level in Your Coaching Business? Get That Fixed Here: https://go.digitaltrailblazer.com/7-dollar-biz-audit 

Many online business owners create Facebook groups but struggle to keep them active and alive - no engagement, no conversations, and eventually, a dead community that isn't driving sales calls or clients. 

In this episode, Shivani Sharma teaches us how to maximize engagement in Facebook groups and revive abandoned communities using strategic challenges, consistent live content, and proven frameworks that turn group members into paying clients. She shares her approach to running regular challenges with VIP upgrades that create urgency, build relationships, and convert community members into high-ticket buyers.

About Shivani Sharma: Shivani is a blind six-figure business coach on her way to scaling to seven figures. An award-winning digital marketer, she has worked with globally recognized brands like Coca Cola, Tim Hortons, Mercedes, Nestlé, Dove, and more. Despite thriving in her craft, Shivani found the corporate world an unwelcoming space for someone with her unique challenges. Feeling crushed by the lack of inclusivity, she decided to leave and launch her own marketing agency.

However, her entrepreneurial journey wasn’t smooth. Even with her vast marketing experience, she struggled to generate clients. Shivani eventually turned inward, mastering organic marketing, sales, and community building. After years of research and experimentation, she cracked the formula for creating a thriving community of buyers.

Now, Shivani teaches thousands of women entrepreneurs how to amplify their income and impact without relying on big-budget marketing strategies. Her Group Attraction Marketing Ecosystem has helped countless coaches, consultants, and service providers grow their businesses organically while staying aligned with their values.

Register for Shivani’s “5 Clients in 5 Days” Challenge: https://www.umarandshivani.com/5c5dchallengegate

Connect with Shivani:
https://www.facebook.com/Shivs312

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Episode 191: Stuck at the Same Level in Your Coaching Business? Get That Fixed Here: https://go.digitaltrailblazer.com/7-dollar-biz-audit 

Many online business owners start their ventures to gain freedom and spend more time with family, but end up trapped in hustle culture—working more hours than their corporate jobs without the time freedom they craved.

In this episode, Rhea Lana Riner teaches us how to build a wildly successful business while keeping faith and family first. She shares how to establish boundaries from day one, systematize early, delegate effectively, lead with authenticity, and adapt through challenges—all while maintaining the values that matter most.

About Rhea Lana Riner: Rhea is a visionary entrepreneur, CEO, and founder of Rhea Lana’s Children’s Consignment Events, a thriving national franchising company with 120 locations across 26 states. What began as a clothing swap in her living room in 1997 for young families has now grown into a multi-million-dollar enterprise, all while keeping the values of motherhood, family, and community at its core.

Rhea’s mission is helping moms navigate the many hats they wear. She is proud to offer women a flexible path to entrepreneurship through consignment events and franchising. As a mentor and leader, she has helped countless franchise owners mature personally, professionally, spiritually, and emotionally into successful business and community leaders.

Rhea Lana lives in Conway, Arkansas with her college sweetheart Dave who she’s been married to for over 35 years. When she’s not building teams or helping women grow, Rhea Lana is spending time with her family. She has three adult children and is Nonna to four grandchildren, with one more on the way!

Book a FREE Consultation with Rhea: https://www.rhealana.com/podcast/#contactform

Connect with Rhea:
Website: https://www.rhealana.com/
Instagram: @‌rhealanas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rhealana.riner
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhea-lana-riner-84874035/

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Episode 190: Stuck at the Same Level in Your Coaching Business? Get That Fixed Here: https://go.digitaltrailblazer.com/7-dollar-biz-audit 

Most online business owners struggle to get organic reach on Facebook, pouring time into content that nobody sees while their competitors seem to go viral effortlessly.

Without an audience, even the best products and offers will struggle to sell.

In this episode, Rachel Miller teaches us how to grow from zero to 200,000+ organic reach per post in just a few weeks using her "niche neighboring" strategy, crafting posts that trigger Facebook's algorithm through strategic engagement stacking, and why traditional "value posts" actually hurt your reach.

She also reveals her sideways selling approach that generated $7,000 from a single post without any direct call-to-action.

About Rachel Miller: Rachel is a Lifetime Learner. Mom to six kiddos. Serial Business Builder.  After growing her own audiences to over 4.4 million people, as well as bringing in over $10M in revenue from those audiences, Rachel now helps other businesses grow engaged audiences for their brands, without ads - she has helped over coach over 27,000 Businesses - helping them get their audience & future customer base, without ad spend!

Get Your FREE Viral Content Pack Here: https://packs.pagewheel.com/dashboard

Connect with Rachel:
Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/leviandrachel
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pagestrategies/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/moolahMarketer/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Rasilla24
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmillermarketing/
Blog: https://rachelmiller.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelsillamiller/

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Episode 189: Stuck at the Same Level in Your Coaching Business? Get That Fixed Here: https://go.digitaltrailblazer.com/7-dollar-biz-audit 

Most online entrepreneurs struggle to clearly articulate their high-ticket offer, leaving prospects confused and uncertain—which kills conversions. Without a concise way to communicate your value, you're left overexplaining, value-stacking bonuses that feel like work, and wondering why no one's buying.

In this episode, Stirling Gardner teaches us how to sell any high-ticket offer using his "One Slide Offer" framework—a visual method that delivers your pitch in under five minutes. He breaks down the three parts of every offer, reveals why speaking to the problems prospects think they have (not the ones you know they have) transforms your messaging, and explains how certainty drives buying decisions.

About Stirling Gardner: Stirling spent 22 years as a Hollywood storyteller before discovering his calling at the intersection of psychology, narrative, and mathematics. After Hollywood, he ran ads and then an agency with performance-based pricing—a model that taught him every piece of the marketing equation. He realized even seven-figure entrepreneurs often lacked clarity on what they were selling. They had products and traffic, but no message that made it click. Somewhere in the chaos, he had an epiphany: the entire system was like a quadratic equation he could visualize—every lever, every input, and how small tweaks could unlock massive revenue.

Today, he operates as a Chief Revenue Officer in a box, helping entrepreneurs extract their genius and turn it into offers the world wants to buy. His superpower is seeing the full picture—product, positioning, pricing, promotion, and performance—and immediately knowing how to package and pitch it. He lives in Asheville, NC with his wife and dog Bear, bringing simplicity and truth to every business he touches.

Grab Stirling’s 1-Slide Offer training here: https://1slideoffer.com/

Connect with Stirling:
IG: @stirlinggardner
FB: https://www.facebook.com/stirlinggardnerofficial
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stirlinggardner/

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