By Teri Holland
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In this episode of Success in Mind, we dive into the importance of year-end reflection before setting goals for 2025. Discover why looking back is as vital as looking forward, and learn practical steps to analyze your numbers, customers, team, and personal growth. We also give actionable tips to turn your reflections into a strategic vision for the coming year. Don't miss your homework at the end — schedule your reflection day and set yourself up for ultimate success!
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Listen to episode 247 with Yahel Demeter: How to Differentiate Your Brand
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
02:15 The Importance of Reflection
03:11 Analyzing Your Numbers
03:52 Understanding Your Customers
04:45 Evaluating Your Team
05:36 Personal Reflection for Business Owners
06:50 Innovation and Growth Strategies
07:56 Setting Goals for 2025
08:58 Practical Steps for Effective Reflection
11:36 Next Steps.
Ep. 348: This week on Success in Mind, we're diving deep into the philosophy of leadership with kindness with the incredible Darci Lang. Darci, a seasoned speaker, trainer, and author, shares her journey from a personal crisis to becoming a hallmark of kindness in leadership. We discuss her 90% concept, stemming from focusing on the positives and what we can control, and how it can dramatically improve our leadership and personal lives. From childhood struggles to motivational insights and the importance of being genuinely kind (not just nice), Darci's wisdom is profound and practical. Get ready to be inspired, laugh, and maybe even change your outlook on leadership and kindness!
Connect with Darci Lang:
www.darcilang.com
@Darcilang across all social platforms
Book Giveaway!
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction: Seeing Yourself with Love
00:15 Meet Darci Lang: A Focus on Kindness
01:35 The 90% Philosophy Explained
03:53 The Power of Kind Leadership
09:59 Developing Kindness as a Skill
16:23 Practical Steps to Embrace the 90%
19:19 The Three Complaint Rule
19:42 Evaluations and Feedback
20:24 The Impact of Negative People
21:42 Confidence in Speaking
24:10 Questions from Instagram
28:11 Rapid Fire Questions
30:22 Final Thoughts and Giveaway
Ep. 347: Join host Teri Holland on Success in Mind as she explores the essentials of differentiation with business growth strategist Yahel Demeter. This episode dives into key strategies like authenticity in marketing, understanding ideal clients, and leveraging the TAM SAM SOM model for precise market segmentation. Learn how to establish strong brand values, maintain consistency, and the 10 elements of differentiation.
Yahel shares expert insights on standing out in competitive markets, the differences between differentiation and positioning, and the role of innovation in maintaining a competitive edge.
Episode Links
Book a free strategy planning session with Yahel: https://calendly.com/yahel-demeter/free-discovery-session
The Ten Elements of Brand Differentiation: https://www.yaheldemeter.ca/post/10-ways-to-beat-your-business-competition-a-quick-guide-for-business-owners
Connect with Yahel: http://linkedin.com/in/yaheldemeter
Visit Yahel's website: www.yaheldemeter.ca
Show Links:
The 5-Day Launch Your Podcast Challenge: www.teriholland.ca/5daypodcast
Connect with Teri on Instagram: www.instagram.com/theteriholland
Ep. 346: Join me as I dive into the pros and cons of running a Black Friday special for your business! I'll share my personal experiences and give you a series of questions to help decide if it's the right move for you. From strategic opportunities to the perils of margin erosion and brand impact, we cover it all. Plus, stay tuned until the end for exciting alternatives to slashing prices and learn how to plan your promotions effectively.
Join The 5-Day Launch Your Podcast Challenge: www.teriholland.ca/5daypodcast
Show Links:
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Work with Teri: www.teriholland.ca/consultation
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction: Should You Run a Black Friday Special?
00:40 Podcast Challenge Announcement
01:09 The Temptation and Pressure of Black Friday
02:07 Hidden Opportunities and Risks of Black Friday
03:39 Personal Experience
07:30 Deciding Whether to Run a Black Friday Deal.
11:17 Alternative Strategies to Discounting
14:26 Planning and Marketing Your Black Friday Special
16:55 Final Thoughts
In this episode of Success in Mind, we're diving into decision fatigue - that brain fry you get from making too many choices. I’ll share how the Four D Decision Matrix can transform your approach to decision-making.
We’ll talk about minimizing choices like Steve Jobs, automating tasks, and creating energy-boosting routines. Plus, I spill about my black turtleneck addiction and give you actionable steps to streamline your decisions and boost your business efficiency. Join the Success in Mind community and level up your game.
Show links:
Success in Mind community: https://www.teriholland.ca/offers/Wn7BY8YD
Work with Teri: www.teriholland.ca/consultation
Download the free Decision Making Framework: https://www.teriholland.ca/DecisionMakingFramework
Connect with me on Instagram
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Decision Fatigue
00:42 Personal Experiences with Decision Making
02:31 The Impact of Decision Overload
04:27 Simplifying Decisions: The Four D's Framework
09:57 Practical Implementation and Action Plan
13:28 Common Pitfalls in Decision Making
16:49 Conclusion and Community Engagement
Ep. 344: In this episode of Success in Mind, I chat with LinkedIn guru Daniel Alfon about mastering LinkedIn. We dive into why being the best connected is better than being the most connected, and share tips on optimizing your profile, creating engaging content, and building a meaningful network.
Plus, we discuss how to avoid getting spammed, leveraging real-life connections, and whether premium memberships are worth it. Stick around for practical advice and a lively, fun chat that'll revolutionize how you use LinkedIn.
If you want to watch the video version of the episode: https://youtu.be/Odhd2XIPAKk?si=x3j6sGtv5KhNHfSe
Connect with Daniel Alfon:
The FREE guide to Double Your Sales with Strong Connections: https://www.danielalfon.com/store/double-sales-strong-connections/teri
www.danielalfon.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfon/
Show Links:
www.teriholland.ca
Connect with me @TheTeriHolland on all social platforms but Instagram is my favourite!
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to LinkedIn Networking
00:37 Meet Daniel Alfon: LinkedIn Expert
02:16 Why LinkedIn Matters for Entrepreneurs
03:52 Maximizing LinkedIn in Just 10 Minutes a Week
05:04 Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile
09:54 Building a Strong LinkedIn Network
20:54 Effective LinkedIn Content Strategies
24:52 Going All In on LinkedIn
26:35 The Value of Collaborative Articles
29:12 Writing Your Own LinkedIn Articles
31:01 Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile
35:16 Personal Content on LinkedIn
37:56 Avoiding Bad Practices on LinkedIn
40:26 Is LinkedIn Premium Worth It?
42:45 Daniel's Journey with LinkedIn
45:52 Rapid Fire Questions
48:03 Final Thoughts and Networking Advice
Ep. 343: In this conversation, Holly Porter shares her profound journey through COVID-19, detailing her harrowing experiences in the ICU, the spiritual insights gained during her coma, and the transformative impact of her illness on her life, business and relationships. She discusses the challenges of long COVID, her entrepreneurial ventures, and the importance of personal development.
Holly emphasizes the messages of love and purpose she received during her near-death experience and how they guide her in building a legacy through her nonprofit and software company.
Connect with Holly:
https://hollyporterinternational.com/
https://AdventureBucketWish.org
Show Links:
Work with Teri: www.teriholland.ca/consultation
Follow Teri on Instagram: www.instagram.com/theteriholland
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:14 Holly's COVID Journey Begins
01:09 Hospitalization and Ventilation
04:28 Out of Body and Near Death Experiences
12:48 Spiritual Awakening and Messages
15:43 Reflecting on Personal Struggles
17:12 Finding Purpose and Legacy
18:40 New Business Ventures
20:10 Overcoming Challenges
21:40 Personal Development Journey
25:14 Rapid Fire Questions
27:00 Final Thoughts and Advice
Ep. 342: In this episode, I'm guiding you through a 3-step process to help to tap into your purpose.
In this episode you'll find:
Connect with me and let me know what you discovered: www.instagram.com/theteriholland
How to work with me: www.teriholland.ca/consultation
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Finding Your Purpose
00:36 Understanding the Importance of Purpose
01:50 A Personal Story: Discovering Purpose
06:17 Steps to Finding Your Purpose
13:45 Misconceptions About Purpose
17:04 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes
Ep. 341: In this conversation, I'm joined by Gee Ranasinha to discuss the common marketing mistakes made by small business owners, the importance of cohesive marketing strategies, and how to differentiate in a crowded market. Gee emphasizes the need to understand customer insights and shares with us the role of AI in marketing. We also talk about the significance of trust and authenticity in marketing, as well as practical advice for small business owners
Connect with Gee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ranasinha/
Learn more about Kexino: https://kexino.com/
Show Links:
Work with Teri: www.teriholland.ca/consultation
Connect with Teri: www.instagram.com/theteriholland
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Differentiation in Marketing
01:15 Meet Gee Ranasinha: Marketing Veteran and CEO of Kexino
02:33 Common Marketing Mistakes by Small Business Owners
02:58 The Pitfalls of Self-Diagnosis in Business
06:32 The Role of a Website in Lead Generation
12:15 The Importance of Cohesive Marketing Strategies
18:41 Understanding Customer Insights for Effective Marketing
27:55 The Emotional Aspect of Marketing
35:43 Experimentation and Creativity in Marketing
36:34 Ask Your Customers: The Key to Effective Marketing Strategy
38:42 Understanding Custom Audience Targeting
39:13 The Importance of Customer Feedback
41:06 Defining Strategy in Marketing
42:57 The Role of AI in Marketing
47:57 Avoiding Marketing Pitfalls
51:56 Rapid Fire Questions
01:01:57 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
Ep. 340: In this conversation, Lauren Gaggioli shares her entrepreneurial journey, discussing her transition from acting to education and, ultimately, to SEO. She emphasizes the importance of finding balance in business and life, the significance of having a purpose beyond just business, and how SEO can be a powerful tool for solopreneurs. Lauren also highlights the need for effective content marketing and the importance of understanding search intent to connect with audiences. The discussion wraps up with practical advice on optimizing websites and leveraging SEO strategies for success.
Connect with Lauren:
https://laurengaggioli.com/
Continue this conversation on Lauren's podcast, the Digital Entrepreneurs Toolkit: Apple Podcasts or Spotify
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurial Worth
00:28 Meet Lauren Gaggioli: From Acting to SEO
01:07 The Importance of Balance and Purpose
01:47 Lauren's Entrepreneurial Journey
05:35 Discovering the Power of SEO
09:14 The Concept of Entrepreneur Enmeshment
11:42 Balancing Business and Personal Life
21:29 Defining and Living Your Purpose
31:02 Introduction to SEO and Organic Content Marketing
32:29 The Power of Google Search
34:07 SEO vs. Social Media
35:36 Leveraging SEO for Solopreneurs
35:48 Keyword Research and Its Importance
37:36 Optimizing Content for SEO
38:11 Creating an Organic Marketing Ecosystem
46:19 SEO Strategies for Specific Products
52:19 Combining Different Offerings on One Website
54:58 Rapid Fire Questions
57:24 Final Thoughts
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