When it comes to starting and growing your business, there’s A LOT to think about— from creating your products and programs to lead generation, making sales, operations… etc.

It’s challenging to get your head around all these moving parts..but as my Mentor and Business Coach James Wedmore says—how you see business determines what's possible for you.

In today’s episode, I’m welcoming James back to the show for a fun and valuable conversation around the most important things you need to focus on in your business and how you can design it to serve the lifestyle that you want and desire.  

(Check out Ep #151: How a Phone Call Changed Everything: Building a 8 Figure Business with James Wedmore– it would be a really good follow up to listen to today's episode)

We covered a lot of ground today—from VOCALITY on how you deliver your information (obvi my love language!), ways to position yourself as an authority, what it takes to create an irresistible offer and a simple sale strategy to turn your passion and purpose into a real, scalable business.

I love James' approach to business and the inspiring stories he shares about other business owners achieving incredible results in the last 12 months.  I hope you get as much from it as I did.

In this episode, James shares: 

• The important distinction between show vs tell when positioning yourself as an online expert
• Why people underestimate the value in creating a simple path and solution 
• Pivoting to prioritizing profit over perfection 
• Why a lot of what leads to success is fricking boring
• Examples of online business owners hitting huge goals by going all in on one offer
• Turning your audience objections into an opportunity
• His viewpoint on what’s at stake every time we speak to our audience

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https://heathersager.com/episode199/

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Freedom and flexibility is one of the main reasons most people want to be an entrepreneur and become their own boss.

I mean, who doesn’t want the freedom to decide what work you do, when you do it, and where you do it?! If you’re thinking you’ll never ever go back to being an employee, you’re my people, because it means you’ve decided this business of yours will be a success.

The honest truth is…wanting it just ain’t enough because it doesn’t happen by default or manifestation alone..Success follows from the efforts behind your intentions.

But with so many moving parts, it can be easy to get swept up in  the shiny, fun parts of building a business, like creating social content and graphics, fancy tactics your favorite business leader used in their last launch, and distracted by trying to make it just so before putting your website and offers out into the world.

Doing too many tasks and trying to make them perfect, takes your time, energy and attention away from what you actually need to be doing if you’re going to have a successful business-focusing on making money.

Your success becomes inevitable when you align your activities to your goals.

That’s why in this episode, I’m going to help you take specific action by digging into the different phases of online business so you can get full clarity on which phase you are currently in and which areas you should be focusing on to make money. 

I hope this episode meets you exactly where you are today and gives you a few golden nuggets that help you show up as the expert you are, be a little bit more bold with your decisions, and unapologetically make money for your expertise.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What does achieving a big ass goal require? 
• Why is consistency and predictability in your revenue so important in your business?
• The 4 Phases of Online Business—and where  you should focus when it comes to revenue generation?
• Shifting your energy and aligning your activities to the level needed to achieve your goals
• How success requires more from us than just a goal or big vision

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https://heathersager.com/episode198/

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On today's episode, we’re talking about a cornerstone of any successful online business: building an email list. 

I know that you know how important this topic is— yet so many experts place it far too low on their list of just do activities.

As an online business owner, you likely spend a lot of time creating content, whether it be through courses, digital products, social posts, blogs and more— but if you're not actively building your email list, you may be missing out on a significant opportunity to connect with and nurture potential customers.

In this episode, I’ll share exactly what I did right, and where I have regrets building my list, and how email fits into speaking on stages. 

Episode Highlights:

• The importance of providing ‘real’ value to your audience
• Why building list is so important and how focusing on getting ‘quality’ leads is a must
• How your email list has direct correlation to your business health (aka your ability to sell your programs)
• The connection of email list building to speaking
• Two things you need to consider when growing a healthy email list
• Strategies / sustainable ways you can leverage to help you expand your email list

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https://heathersager.com/episode197/

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Hustle is one of those things that's required to achieve big goals, but it should not overtake your life—remember, we’re building our business so that we can live.

If you’re wondering what it takes to really create a sustainable and profitable online brand using the Hint of Hustle philosophy—meaning we know it's gonna take work, but it doesn't mean it needs to consume ALL of our time and energy!

Today I’m going to share with you 7 specific habits that will set you up for success—these are not daily routines, tactics or strategies. Most of them are SKILLS that I see surfacing in the online space that separates those who are thriving from those who are constantly struggling.

So whether you’re crushing your goals this year and would like to continue the enthusiasm or you’re on a struggle train and can’t seem to gain traction— today's episode will help you: 

• raise your awareness level for how and where you're spending your time and where you’re focused with your thinking
• identify an opportunity for you to lean in and establish healthier mindset habits so that your business can thrive

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https://heathersager.com/episode196/

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Money can be a sensitive topic for many of us, and it's not uncommon to feel embarrassed or ashamed when discussing finances– business, personal or otherwise. But did you know that these feelings can actually be a block to your next business breakthrough?

On today's episode, we're taking a deep dive into the world of money mindset and exploring how our beliefs about money can impact our ability to earn and grow our wealth. I’ll be sharing with you my super raw and personal experience attending a 2 day “money mindset” workshop last week and exactly what I uncovered about my own relationship with money (hint: it was NOT what I expected!)

Through our raw and unfiltered conversation (wait, can I call it that if I’m the only one talking? Oh well, I just did), I hope to inspire you to become more conscious of your own money mindset, so that you can start generating more revenue for your business and transforming the lives of those around you.

In this episode, we'll cover:

• How the money stories and beliefs we adopted as kids can impact our ability to achieve success in business and in life.
• How to uncover your own relationship with money and spending, and identify the limiting beliefs that may be holding you back.
• How to choose which story is going to be true for you, and start questioning the narratives that we run in our mind.
• The three key aspects to look at when it comes to money, so that you can gain clarity and improve your relationship with money.

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https://heathersager.com/episode195/

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The stories we tell ourselves and how we let the world affect us matter so much around money—that’s why it’s crucial to choose what story is going to be true for you.

Scarlett Cochran, attorney, financial expert, entrepreneur and the founder of One Big Happy Life, shares  her approach in understanding and growing  money in a way that is aligned with your unique vision of what a rich life looks like (​​rather than following society's definition). We also dive into the  money stories that stop us from reaching our financial goals–breaking these stories down to allow space to build new, better ones. 

Whether you’re just getting started as a business owner or you’ve been at it for years, tune into this fun and  inspiring episode that will help you improve your relationship with money, push you to start moving toward your big goals and create the rich life that you deserve, on your own terms.

Episode Highlights:

• The overall taboo relationship people have with money and how it impacts our ability to generate it
• Defining what your version of a rich life is and why it’s important to feel good about your finances no matter where you are in our financial journey
• How to recognize and overcome the unconscious money stories that stop us from hitting our financial goals
• The mistake we make when it comes to our finances that leads us to binge spend
• Plus Scarlett shares how she builds a one year spending plan + her approach to budgeting so you can grow your wealth at the speed you need to while still living your best life

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https://heathersager.com/episode194/

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It's the whispered question that I get asked a LOT.

…Working with a coach on an upcoming keynote presentation for a conference of 5000.

…An executive for his debut TEDx talk.

…A digital course creator for her upcoming masterclass.

I even get it when chatting with peers about doing a meet up at a conference.

"But Heather... what should I wear?"

When it comes to showing up as a personal brand, your style should be consistent and intentional. Not only can you become more familiar to your audience, it just does a little somethin' somethin for your swagger when you show up in your power pants.

So the question is—are you bringing the best version of you, the most confident version of you? If you want to attract your ideal audience...this is a must.

I think we could all use a little nudge in this area. And if that's you, you’ll love today’s episode! We’re doing a waaaaaay back throwback to Episode #3 to encourage you to consider how you're presenting yourself to your audience through your STYLE.

Melanie Kluger, a personal stylist and entrepreneur (and also my first ever guest on the podcast) talks about the connection between our style and building a more magnetic personal brand. We're bringing a different way to think about showing up for your brand with confidence and authority by owning your style. 

Tune in to learn:

• confidence boosting (and super practical) tips on dressing for a big presentation
• the thing that’s sabotaging your morning routine
• why our closet keeps us stalled after life transitions (like changing careers or having kids)
• how to dress for the work from home (but video ready) life style
• plus balancing mom life with business and Instagram story hack

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https://heathersager.com/episode193/

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What is it about those top personalities in your industry that seem to have this natural ability to shine, seemingly effortlessly?

You might be over here just trying to keep up with the latest tactics and marketing strategies touted online, that showing up in a big way feels… out of reach.

So the question stands, does “success” really come down to tactics? Or is elevating your presence online more about the way in which you show up?

In this episode, you’ll hear the 5 incredible breakthroughs that have helped me rise in my career and have helped me skyrocket my business—these are specific beliefs about yourself, others and the worlds around you that must be embraced to break through the noise and find success in business.

I am serving you up a recast of an oldie but a goodie episode taken out of my own Hint of Hustle playbook that is filled with tangible lessons and actionable advice to help you be inspired and show up with renewed energy in your life and business.

Tune in to hear my thoughts and soak up all the valuable information that's shared in this episode so you can master your mindset for business success.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Where to begin so you can grow and build your influence
• What successful people do to trust themselves and not worry when things go wrong
• The secret to getting better plus how you can be seen as an authority
• The 5 specific beliefs aka biggest tangible lesson that successful people perceived (all of these have helped me rise in my career and have helped me skyrocket my business)

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇
https://heathersager.com/episode192/

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Do you find yourself constantly busy, but unsure if all the activity is actually leading to anything meaningful for your business? As an online business owner, it can be challenging to navigate the distractions and stay on track with your core goals. But what if we told you that working harder is not always the answer?  Or that it isn’t about being more productive or disciplined? 

In this episode, we’re talking about the "I'm too busy" mindset and the challenges entrepreneurs face when building their brand. I’ll share practical tips to help you stay focused, avoid distractions and build your biz with INTENTION.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The underlying belief of the "I'm too busy" mindset and how it can hold you back from achieving your business goals
• The challenges entrepreneurs face when building an online business and how to overcome them
• A simple mantra that can help you stay on track with your core business goals
• Three specific things you need to look at to create a business with intention and avoid distractions
• Practical tips for staying focused and avoiding distractions, so you can invest your time in what matters most

So tune in to learn how to build your online business with intention and achieve the success you’re after.

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇
https://heathersager.com/episode191/

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Have you ever wondered how to customize a talk for a different audience? It's a question I get asked all the time.

In this episode, I'll share with you the approach I teach my clients to craft and tailor their message. You’ll learn tactical tips on how to expand or contract your talk, and the three levels of engagement that you can use to create a customized engagement activity that resonates with your audience.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why having a signature talk can help establish you as an industry authority
• How to be intentional with your speaking by framing your ideas in a way that connects with both your audience and the host
• What makes your signature talk so unique 
• Key questions to ask when preparing for speaking opportunities and customizing your talk
• The three levels of engagement that will help you fully engage your audience and inspire action
• Plus practical tips for customizing your talk for different audiences while staying true to your core message

So if you're ready to take your speaking to the next level, tune in and discover how to create a signature talk that truly resonates with your audience.

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇
https://heathersager.com/episode190/

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