HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION!

Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses!

The 4th quarter is here, and change is coming whether you like it or not. The real question: are you going to fight it, fear it, or freaking harness it?

In this episode, we dive into how to finish the year strong—personally and professionally. I’ll show you how to audit your year, pick one game-changing move, and create accountability that actually works.

No fluff, no excuses—just actionable strategies to dominate the final stretch. It’s time to stop waiting for January 1st.

Stop limping to the finish. Own your change, own your growth, and finish this year like the badass you are!

HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION!

Welcome back to another episode of "No More Excuses"!

In this episode of No More Excuses, I’m diving into one of my favorite tools for transforming teams and leaders: the DiSC® assessment. If you’ve ever felt like you’re talking but no one’s really hearing you—or if your team is constantly missing the mark—it’s probably not the message, it’s the communication style.

I’ll break down what DiSC® is, why I use it with all of my clients, and how it can instantly help you understand yourself and others better. From improving collaboration to boosting productivity and yes—driving more revenue—DiSC® is a badass tool that takes the guesswork out of working with people.

By the end, you’ll see why I’ve spoken, trained, and facilitated DiSC® workshops all over the U.S.—because when you stop talking past each other, you start getting results.

And if you're ready to take the assessment and learn to communicate more effectively and lead like the badass you were meant to be... click here!  [Take the assessment FREE, and then when you're ready to dive in and learn how to use it, click here to schedule a discounted session with me for my listeners!]

Cheers! Sandi

HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION!

Welcome back, Badasses, to another episode of No More Excuses!

Today, I’ve got one big question for you:Is AI helping your business… or hurting it? Or hell, have you even TRIED it yet?

Because here’s the truth—AI is not coming. It’s already here. And whether you like it or not, your competition is probably already using it to streamline their operations, create content faster, automate customer service, or cut costs without cutting corners.

So, I’ll ask again: Is it helping or hurting your business?

Let’s back up a bit. AI has been dominating headlines—ChatGPT, automation tools, CRMs that think for you. And yes, it can feel overwhelming, especially if you're already juggling a million things just trying to keep your business moving. I get it.

But let me be brutally honest for a second: If you're ignoring AI because you "don’t get tech" or "don’t have time"— That’s an excuse. And you know this show doesn’t tolerate that.

Let’s talk about what AI can do for your business—RIGHT NOW:

• It can write your social media captions, blogs, or email newsletters in minutes.
• It can automate customer responses or appointment reminders.
• It can help you analyze customer data, feedback, and buying trends without hiring a full-time team.
• It can take the repetitive crap off your plate so you can focus on actually growing your business.

Now does that mean you should outsource your entire business brain to a bot? Hell no!

But if you’re stuck in busywork mode while your competitors are using AI to scale, you’re falling behind.

So, here’s what I want you to ask yourself:

1. Have I even TRIED using AI in my business?
2. Am I curious or closed off to what it can do?
3. Where in my business am I wasting time that a smart tool could streamline?

And if your answer is, “I don’t know where to start,” guess what? That’s not a stop sign. That’s a starting point. There are simple tools—many of them free or low-cost—that are built for people like YOU. You don’t need to be a tech wizard to use them.

Quick Action Challenge: This week, I want you to pick ONE task—just one—that eats up your time. Maybe it’s writing a weekly email, answering the same client question over and over, or chasing down appointments. Now, go find an AI tool to help with it. Use ChatGPT. Try an AI scheduler. Explore automation in your email platform.

Just TRY something.

Because if you’re not at least experimenting, you're choosing to stay stuck. And you, my friend, are too damn smart and too damn badass for that.

AI isn’t here to replace your magic. It’s here to amplify it—if you let it.

So, stop resisting. Stop making excuses. And go lead your business like the badass you are.

I’ll see you next week on No More Excuses. Now go take action—your future self is waiting.

Cheers!

Sandi

HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION!

Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses!

In today's episode, I talk about how marketing isn’t optional if you want to grow your business. If people don’t know you exist, they can’t hire you, refer you, or support you.

Yet many business owners hide behind excuses: “I don’t have time,” “I’m not good at social media,” or “I don’t know what to post.”

Those are choices, not facts. EXCUSES not reasons!

Here are 3 ways to start marketing in a way that actually moves the needle:

1. Show up consistently. Visibility is currency. Pick one platform where your audience is, and commit to posting regularly—tips, behind-the-scenes, or client wins.
2. Educate, don’t just sell. Share your knowledge, answer FAQs, and post stories of client wins to build trust and credibility.
3. Ask for engagement. Don’t talk at your audience—invite them to comment, vote, or DM you. Conversations build relationships, which lead to sales.

My CHALLENGE to you today: Start with ONE of these actions this week. Remember, marketing doesn’t have to be complicated—it just needs to be consistent and authentic.

Report back or email me at [email protected] and tell me what you are focusing on and how!

No more excuses!

HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION!

Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses.

HALF THE YEAR IS GONE. Are you where you thought you’d be?

If not—don’t panic. But don’t keep playing it safe either. It’s time to pivot, simplify, and SHOW UP.

1. This week on the No More Excuses podcast: 🔥 3 tips to shift gears & finish 2025 strong 🔥 Why visibility = revenue 🔥 The truth about your circle of influence

AND A CHALLENGE!

Let’s change the damn game. You in?

If you’re ready to recommit, put HELL YES in the comment section or email me at [email protected]

HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION!

Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses.

Feeling the pressure of this economy? Inflation got your clients hesitating and your confidence wobbling?

You’re not alone—but you’re also not off the hook!

In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to keep your business not just alive, but growing—even when things feel uncertain. We’re talking strategy, mindset, visibility, and why waiting for things to “calm down” is a trap.

1. How to adapt your offers and pricing 
2. What to cut and what to double down on 
3. And why your belief in your business is either your greatest weapon—or your downfall 

If you’re ready to push past the panic and lead like the badass you are, this one’s for you.

Listen now.

No more hiding. No more excuses. Just results.

And if you need help sorting it all out—strategy, mindset, or just a kick in the pants—hit me up. Schedule a free call. https://tidycal.com/coachsandi/lets-chat

Let’s dig in and get you unstuck, unstoppable, and unfazed by whatever the hell is going on out there.

Cheers!

Sandi

HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION!

Welcome back to another episode of No More Excuses!

Welcome to June. Yep, it's here. Half of 2025 is already in the rearview mirror. For small business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs, this moment can feel either electric or exhausting. Maybe you're ahead of your goals, firing on all cylinders. Or maybe you're staring at that untouched vision board wondering where the hell the time went.

Wherever you're at, here's the truth: Being off track doesn't mean you're out of the race. It just means it's time to get real, reset, and refocus.

The Gut Check

Ask yourself:

• Where am I with the goals I set in January?
• Which ones still matter?
• What did I avoid, delay, or ignore?

Now, this isn’t about shame or failure. It’s about taking back your power. You’ve got 26 weeks, 182 days left in 2025. That’s plenty of time to make bold moves, shake things up, and achieve goals that matter.

Listen in as I talk about the 3 R's: Reset. Recommit. Reignite.

June isn’t a conclusion; it’s your halfway checkpoint. A reminder to wake up, recommit, and reignite your business badassery.

No more waiting. No more excuses.

How are you getting back on track this June? Drop it in the comments or email me at [email protected]. Let’s finish 2025 strong. Together.

Cheers! Sandi

HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION!

Welcome back to another episode of 'No More Excuses"!

I'm your host Sandi Ballard, The BADASS Business Coach™ and today I want to remind you that it is May!

It’s May, and that means one thing—besides warmer weather, allergy season, and iced coffee overload—it’s Small Business Month! That’s right. This month is all about YOU, the badass behind the business. Whether you're solo or leading a growing team, this is your reminder that you’re the heartbeat of our economy, the risk-taker, the late-night thinker, the go-all-in-er. And that deserves to be celebrated.

But I’m not here just to throw confetti and give you a high five. You know me. I’m also here to push you. Because May isn’t just a time to recognize small businesses… it’s a time to bloom.

Listen in today as I talk about:

1. What Does It Mean to Bloom in Business?
2. Three Ways to Bloom Like a Badass!
3. How to Leadership in Uncertain Times.

And give you ways to encourage you to Celebrate Your Business... Loudly!

Listen in and then share what you will do to help you and your business BLOOM!

Cheers! Sandi

HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION!

Welcome back to No More Excuses!

We are almost three weeks into Q2! Spring is in full bloom, and guess what? Your momentum and energy should be, too. No more dragging your feet, no more waiting for the perfect time to take action.

The time is NOW.

Listen in as today, I’m giving you three simple but powerful ways to get—and stay—motivated so you can dominate this quarter like the badass you are.

ARE YOU READY?

Tip #1: Refresh Your Goals Like You Refresh Your Space!

Tip #2: Create Energy—Don’t Wait for It!

Tip #3: Surround Yourself with People Who Light You Up!

BUT HOW?

That's why you have to listen in as I dig in deeper, share some ways I am keeping my momentum going, creating energy and tapping into my BADASSNESS! 

It's time to refresh your goals, create energy, and surround yourself with the right people.

This is YOUR quarter. Your momentum starts NOW.

No more excuses. No more waiting. Let’s go make Q2 unstoppable!

🔥 If you loved this episode, share it, tag me, and let’s make success contagious. See you next time! And I’d love to hear if and how you changed things up for Q2 – share in this post/comments or email me at [email protected].

Cheers! 

Sandi

HAPPY MONDAY MOTIVATION!

Welcome back to the No More Excuses Podcast.

Today I am reposting my VERY 1st PODCAST! I recorded this on March 21, 2016! And, it's STILL RELEVANT!

I would say over the years I have gone through many adjustments in my podcast, including being more DIRECT, edgier, the occasional cuss words, but the reason I'm still here is because of YOU!

Every time I've thought about stopping, someone emails me and says how much something I said resonated with them, helped them in some way, etc. etc. So... despite some pauses here and there, I'M STILL HERE!

Listen in and share IF and HOW you are Spring Cleaning those GOALS!! And if you haven't even set them yet, well you better get OFF YOUR ASS and DO THAT! 

Email me at [email protected] or share in the comments where your BADASS is reading these notes or listening to the podcast!

Cheers! Sandi