Do More By Doing Less - Time Freedom for Entrepreneurs, Small Business Owners, and Solopreneurs

Want to know what my wife’s Granny, the restaurant Hooters, and Thousand Island dressing have to do with you getting more done by doing less?
Sure you do:)

Show Summary: In this episode, we dive into the importance of client selection to safeguard your business. Drawing from personal experiences and coaching examples, we explore the impact of bad clients on businesses and discuss practical strategies for identifying and attracting the right clients. Learn why you should never outearn bad clients and how choosing the right clients can lead to long-term success.

Takeaways:

• Your client selection directly impacts your business success, and choosing the right clients is crucial for sustainable growth.
• Identifying the common characteristics of your ideal clients can help you target and attract the right audience for your business.
• Don't be afraid to let go of bad clients who bring more trouble than value, and focus on building relationships with clients who align with your business goals.
• Understanding the true worth of your products or services will help you avoid underselling and attract clients who value your offerings.
• Embrace client selection as a strategic process, and remember that working with the right clients can make a significant difference in your business journey.

This episode features personal stories and coaching examples that highlight the importance of client selection in businesses.


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Charles Alexander has been a full-time Business Coach since 2007. He has coached over 2,000 entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and helped over 250 people start businesses.

Then he decided to practice what he preached. After years of seeing the need for video marketing, he started creating Explainer Videos for Busy Professionals in 2015. That part-time business is now full-time with proven systems and a team.

Using those real-world experiences, I have created a boatload (well not a real boat, but you get the picture) of resources for you below, so you can start doing more by doing less!

Website - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/

Book - Start Now Quit Later - https://a.co/d/3xPW1Hs

Course - Start Now Quit Later Blueprint,
https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/start-now-quit-later-form

Explainer Videos for Your Business - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/videopackages

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourcharlesalexander/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yourcharlesalexander/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/yourcharlesalexander

What financial decisions are you making right now that could impact your business's future? If you want to do more by doing less financially, this is the episode for you!

Show Summary: In this episode, Charles Alexander interviews Kathy Svetina, a financial expert. Kathy explains the role of fractional CFOs, the difference between revenue, profit, and cash, and why it's essential for small businesses to have a balance sheet. She emphasizes the importance of accurate bookkeeping and shares how businesses can plan and strategize for the future.


Takeaways:

• Revenue, profit, and cash are distinct financial elements, and understanding their differences is crucial for making informed decisions.
• Accurate bookkeeping and accounting are the foundation of a successful financial future for your business.
• Having a balance sheet allows you to understand your business's financial health, including assets, liabilities, and equity.
• Internal controls and checks and balances are vital to safeguard your assets and protect your business from potential issues.

In this episode, Kathy also shares her experience in marketing and how focusing on a niche and utilizing LinkedIn Sales Navigator has been a game-changer for her. She encourages business owners to be proactive in their financial planning, consider future implications, and not cut back on marketing without careful analysis. Kathy also offers valuable insights on how small businesses can forecast and project effectively to plan for growth and success.

Stay tuned for more episodes where we'll explore further financial topics and tips to help you achieve more by doing less!

About our guest Kathy Svetina

Newcastlefinance.us

After nearly 14 years of senior finance roles in large, Fortune 500 companies, Kathy started Newcastle Finance so that she can take that burden off your shoulders.
​Finances are complex and you deserve to be given the straightforward, jargon-free financial guidance you need to succeed. Her goal: get more women to be CEOs and leaders by helping them build their own companies.


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Charles Alexander has been a full-time Business Coach since 2007. He has coached over 2,000 entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and helped over 250 people start businesses.

Then he decided to practice what he preached. After years of seeing the need for video marketing, he started creating Explainer Videos for Busy Professionals in 2015. That part-time business is now full-time with proven systems and a team. Using those real-world experiences, I have created a boatload (well not a real boat, but you get the picture) of resources for you below, so you can start doing more by doing less!

Website - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/

Book - Start Now Quit Later - https://a.co/d/3xPW1Hs

Course - Start Now Quit Later Blueprint,
https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/start-now-quit-later-form

Explainer Videos for Your Business - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/videopackages

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourcharlesalexander/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yourcharlesalexander/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/yourcharlesalexander

If this didn’t happen to me, I wouldn’t believe it. Luckily, I captured it all for your benefit. Get the direct do’s and don’ts of doing more by doing less from two people who have all the degrees and professional experience.

Show Summary: In this episode, I share my experiences with two different medical professionals, Mandy and Doug, and how their contrasting approaches to time management and decision-making impacted their businesses. Mandy's efficient delegation, morning routine, and quick decision-making led her to thrive in her medical practice, while Doug's indecisiveness and excessive phone usage hindered his progress.


Takeaways:

• Limit Phone Usage: Follow Mandy's lead and reduce phone usage to stay focused and minimize distractions. Turn off non-essential notifications and reclaim precious time.
• Start Your Morning Right: Embrace a morning routine like Mandy's by waking up early to meditate, pray, or read. Clear your mind, prioritize tasks, and set a positive tone for the day.
• Learn to Delegate and Embrace Mistakes: Delegate tasks to others, even if they can't do them perfectly. Be patient with mistakes, train your team, and foster a supportive work environment.
• Make Decisions Quickly: Like Mandy, become a decisive decision-maker. Weigh pros and cons, seek advice, and act promptly. Don't let perfectionism hold you back.
• Prioritize and Schedule: Use a well-organized calendar to prioritize your most important tasks. Allocate focused time blocks for critical activities, and stick to them.

Tune in to discover how Mandy's success story can inspire you to optimize your business practices and make time for what truly matters.


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Charles Alexander has been a full-time Business Coach since 2007. He has coached over 2,000 entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and helped over 250 people start businesses.

Then he decided to practice what he preached. After years of seeing the need for video marketing, he started creating Explainer Videos for Busy Professionals in 2015. That part-time business is now full-time with proven systems and a team.
Using those real-world experiences, I have created a boatload (well not a real boat, but you get the picture) of resources for you below, so you can start doing more by doing less!

Website - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/

Book - Start Now Quit Later

Course - Start Now Quit Later Blueprint

Explainer Videos for Your Business- https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/videopackages

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourcharlesalexander/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yourcharlesalexander/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/yourcharlesalexander

Are you ready to learn practical tips and tricks to boost your sales leadership skills? Join us as we explore Phil's insights on creating sales through effective leadership and mindset shifts. With over 17 years of experience, Phil has seen all the changes in the business landscape and has invaluable wisdom to share.


Takeaways:

• Start before you're ready: Don't let fear hold you back from taking the first step toward your goals.
• Whether you're considering consultancy or any other venture, just get started, and remember, nobody's listening right away.
• Embrace your niche: Discover your niche by analyzing your past experiences and target the areas where you can shine.
• Become a celebrity in that space and leverage your expertise to grow your influence.
• Give yourself grace: If you're facing burnout or feeling overwhelmed, taking a break and seeking help is okay.
• Be kind to yourself, ask for support, and remember that starting from where you are now is okay.

Are you curious to learn more about Phil's journey and how he overcame burnout? Tune in to this captivating episode to find out!

About our guest Phil Gerbyshak

PhilGerby.com

Phil Gerbyshak works with consultants, sales professionals, associations, and small businesses to grow their business through training programs that enable high-touch selling in a high-tech world, modern leadership strategies, and mindset boosters. With years of experience in high-touch selling and sales technology, Phil can help take your business to the next level.


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Charles Alexander has been a full-time Business Coach since 2007. He has coached over 2,000 entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and helped over 250 people start businesses.

Then he decided to practice what he preached. After years of seeing the need for video marketing, he started creating Explainer Videos for Busy Professionals in 2015. That part-time business is now full-time with proven systems and a team.

Using those real-world experiences, I have created a boatload (well not a real boat, but you get the picture) of resources for you below, so you can start doing more by doing less!

Website - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/

Book - Start Now Quit Later - https://a.co/d/3xPW1Hs

Course - Start Now Quit Later Blueprint,

https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/start-now-quit-later-form

Explainer Videos for Your Business - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/videopackages

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourcharlesalexander/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yourcharlesalexander/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/yourcharlesalexander

In this episode, we delve into the 7 major hurdles that hinder small business success. With a mix of expertise and humor, Charles shares practical examples and tips to overcome these challenges. Whether you're an experienced entrepreneur or just starting, this episode offers valuable insights for lasting growth.

Takeaways:

• Embrace Change: Learn how to leverage your experience without letting it hold you back.
• Plan with Purpose: Set clear, specific goals and create actionable plans to achieve them.
• Prioritize Marketing: Build trust and consistency in your marketing efforts for business growth.
• Smart Capital Management: Avoid undercapitalization and overspending to ensure financial stability.
• Delegate Strategically: Trust capable team members to handle tasks beyond your expertise.
• Confront Confidence Issues: Overcome self-doubt and take confident action towards your goals.

Don't miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level!


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Charles Alexander has been a full-time Business Coach since 2007. He has coached over 2,000 entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and helped over 250 people start businesses.

Then he decided to practice what he preached. After years of seeing the need for video marketing, he started creating Explainer Videos for Busy Professionals in 2015. That part-time business is now full-time with proven systems and a team.

Using those real-world experiences, I have created a boatload (well not a real boat, but you get the picture) of resources for you below, so you can start doing more by doing less!

Website - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/

Book - Start Now Quit Later - https://a.co/d/3xPW1Hs

Course - Start Now Quit Later Blueprint,
https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/start-now-quit-later-form

Explainer Videos for Your Business - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/videopackages

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourcharlesalexander/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yourcharlesalexander/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/yourcharlesalexander

Show Summary: In this episode, I sit down with John Michael Morgan to discuss the concept of doing more by doing less. We delve into the importance of consistency, avoiding distractions, and focusing on what truly matters in both personal and professional growth. John shares his experiences with meditation, the impact of breaking routines, and the need for fresh, innovative marketing ideas to stand out in today's crowded digital landscape.


Takeaways:

• Prioritize Consistency: Whether it's meditation or marketing efforts, consistency is key to achieving long-term success.
• Break Free from Distractions: Identify and cut out low-value activities and engagements that drain your energy and focus.
• Embrace Creativity: Strive to create art, not just content, in your marketing efforts, and find unique ways to stand out from the crowd.
• Seek Inspiration through Travel: Discover new ideas and stories by stepping outside your comfort zone and engaging with diverse people and places.
• Challenge the Status Quo: Don't settle for doing what everyone else is doing; dare to be original and different in your approach to marketing.

Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking conversation on how doing less can lead to doing more in both business and life. Unleash your creativity and watch your success soar!

About our guest John Michael Morgan

https://johnmichaelmorgan.com/

John Michael Morgan's career began in real estate over 20 years ago. Quickly it was obvious both his passion and skill were in marketing and training other agents how to shatter their glass ceilings. Thus began his coaching career in 2007. Over the past 15+ years, JMM has coached entrepreneurs, leaders, pastors, artists, and some of the world's leading brands. He has also delivered over 100 keynote speeches and wrote a best-selling book, Brand Against The Machine.

Today John's passions lie equally in mindset and marketing. He believes they are of equal importance as the only way to improve your income is through self-improvement. He is on a mission to leave a legacy of helping world changers perform at high levels in all areas of their lives by getting out of their own way so they can achieve their goals.

JMM is a native of Nashville, Tennessee where he still resides today with his high school sweetheart wife of 20 years and their two children.


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Charles Alexander has been a full-time Business Coach since 2007. He has coached over 2,000 entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and helped over 250 people start businesses.

Then he decided to practice what he preached. After years of seeing the need for video marketing, he started creating Explainer Videos for Busy Professionals in 2015. That part-time business is now full-time with proven systems and a team.

Using those real-world experiences, I have created a boatload (well not a real boat, but you get the picture) of resources for you below, so you can start doing more by doing less!

Website - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/

Book - Start Now Quit Later - https://a.co/d/3xPW1Hs

Course - Start Now Quit Later Blueprint,
https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/start-now-quit-later-form

Explainer Videos for Your Business - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/videopackages

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourcharlesalexander/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yourcharlesalexander/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/yourcharlesalexander

Are you struggling to set and achieve tangible goals for your business? Discover the proven goal achievement formula with real-world examples on this episode!

Show Summary:
Join me, Charles Alexander, as I share a powerful story about Jeff, a fitness instructor with big dreams of opening his own gym. We delve into the essential elements of successful goal setting, using Jeff's journey as an example. From writing down specific goals to creating action plans and seeking support, learn how these strategies can lead to remarkable achievements.


Takeaways:

• Written Goals: Having clear, written goals with specific numbers attached increases your chances of success.
• Accountability and Support: Sharing your goals with someone and providing progress reports boosts motivation and keeps you on track.
• Setting a Deadline: Establishing a timeframe for achieving your goals creates a sense of urgency and helps prioritize tasks effectively.

In this episode, I break down the goal-setting process step-by-step, helping you unlock your potential and achieve remarkable success in your business. Let's turn your aspirations into reality together!


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Charles Alexander has been a full-time Business Coach since 2007. He has coached over 2,000 entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and helped over 250 people start businesses.

Then he decided to practice what he preached. After years of seeing the need for video marketing, he started creating Explainer Videos for Busy Professionals in 2015. That part-time business is now full-time with proven systems and a team.

Using those real-world experiences, I have created a boatload (well not a real boat, but you get the picture) of resources for you below, so you can start doing more by doing less!

Website - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/

Book - Start Now Quit Later - https://a.co/d/3xPW1Hs

Course - Start Now Quit Later Blueprint,
https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/start-now-quit-later-form

Explainer Videos for Your Business - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/videopackages

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourcharlesalexander/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yourcharlesalexander/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/yourcharlesalexander

Welcome to the Do More by Doing Less podcast with Charles Alexander, the show for Small Business Owners, Start Ups, and Busy Folks!

This is not another productivity, hustle, and grind podcast.

I literally want you to do less.

Many of us are overwhelmed, frustrated, and need a break.

The good news is that we can accomplish much more than now.

Once we focus on the vital few, and prioritize things that make our lives and the lives of people around us better, we can “do more by doing less”.

This podcast is funny, simple, and has real-world stories.

The episodes alternate between my solo podcasts and guest podcasts.

In the guest podcasts, I will bring on entrepreneurs and experts and ask them how they are doing more by doing less with great questions andd have a few giggles along the way.

The solo podcasts will feature stories from my almost two decades of experience of coaching over 2,000 entrepreneurs and my personal life and practical advice you can implement now

Here’s what you do next.

Subscribe, listen, and tell your friends…or an angel may lose its wings. True story.

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Charles Alexander has been a full-time Business Coach since 2007. He has coached over 2,000 entrepreneurs to grow their businesses and helped over 250 people start businesses.

Then he decided to practice what he preached. After years of seeing the need for video marketing, he started creating Explainer Videos for Busy Professionals in 2015. That part-time business is now full-time with proven systems and a team.

Using those real-world experiences, I have created a boatload (well not a real boat, but you get the picture) of resources for you below, so you can start doing more by doing less!

Website - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/

Book - Start Now Quit Later - https://a.co/d/3xPW1Hs

Course - Start Now Quit Later Blueprint,
https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/start-now-quit-later-form

Explainer Videos for Your Business - https://www.yourcharlesalexander.com/videopackages

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourcharlesalexander/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yourcharlesalexander/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/yourcharlesalexander