The CEO Show

Welcome back to the success series! I am so excited for my chat this week with Em Chapman, a WA based event stylist and wedding planner who has taken her business from side-hustle to six-figures in the last 12 months.

Since we started working together in 2023, Em has smashed every single thing on her to-do list, goal sheet and vision board in record timing. Hitting her first $100k+ year, buying her first home, getting her beautiful furbaby and dream car - all the things.

In this episode we talk about how she made it happen and some of the big moments she attributes to her success. Including the challenges of creating structure and a new routine when you move from side-hustle or part time business to it becoming your all in thing.

And we also dive into the complexities of trying to date when you’re an independent woman with your own business and how it’s often challenging to meet a guy who is actually on the same level, plus the pressure of being the sole income earner and how that impacts making decisions in the business.

I can’t wait for you to hear from her! Let’s go…

In this episode we discuss:

• Her  journey of transitioning from a secure government job to becoming her own boss.
• The importance of work-life balance, flexibility, and the joy of small moments in how you determine ‘success’
• The challenges of creating structure in a new routine

Quote of the episode: ‘I get to do that now because of my business’

If you’re looking for a place to get personalised support to grow your business and achieve your own version of success over the next 6-12 months, my mastermind Freedom Empire is now open for applications. Click here to apply or send me a DM on Instagram @lauracanham_ to chat more.

LINKS

• Connect with Laura on Instagram here
• Register for the Hot Offer Masterclass

Here’s the thing: when you’re ambitious, focused, and crushing your goals left, right, and centre, it’s so easy to fall into a pattern of just ticking things off the list and moving on to the next thing. One milestone after another, with no time to stop and savor your progress.

When was the last time you actually paused to celebrate your success?

Because when you skip the celebration, you’re missing out on one of the best parts of the journey - not to mention a huge opportunity to supercharge your future success.

In this episode I want to show you that celebrating your wins needs to become a regular part of your life and business, and some super simple ways to start doing it today. 

In this episode we cover:

• How skipping celebration can hold you back - even when you’re smashing goals.
• Simple ways to create new daily, weekly, and quarterly celebration practices to fuel your momentum.
• Why even "failures" deserve to be celebrated, and how to reframe them as wins.
• How to schedule time to pause, reflect, and honor your growth.
• Practical action steps to start celebrating right now, without overcomplicating it.

If you’re looking for a place to get personalised support to grow your business and achieve your own version of success over the next 6-12 months, my mastermind Freedom Empire is now open for applications. Click here to apply or send me a DM on Instagram @lauracanham_ to chat more.

LINKS:

• Connect with Laura on Instagram here
• Ready to skyrocket your sales with the power of AI? Join The Offer Lab here

This week I’m chatting with another one of my amazing clients, Sarah Joel.

When we started working together in 2022, Sarah was making $2k per month and within 6 months was making consistent $13k months. Since then she has maintained these high income months whilst also creating a new routine where she spends her weeks with her kids.

In this episode Sarah talks through how she’s maintained her business growth despite facing a huge health scare earlier this year.

In this episode we discuss:

• The importance of setting micro-goals and taking baby step towards your bigger goal.
• How her definition of success has evolved throughout different stages of her life and business.
• How she went from earning 2K a month to consistently making 13K a month in just six months.
• Why automation is so important to ensure a steady income and support during difficult times.

Quote of the episode: ‘What the fuck? Like why is this happening?’

If you’re looking for a place to get personalised support to grow your business and achieve your own version of success over the next 6-12 months, my mastermind Freedom Empire is now open for applications. Click here to apply or send me a DM on Instagram @lauracanham_ to chat more.

LINKS:

• Connect with Laura on Instagram here
• Ready to skyrocket your sales with the power of AI? Join The Offer Lab here

It’s time for you to step up and freaking own all the cool shit you’ve done babe!

Over the years I’ve supported hundreds of female entrepreneurs, watched them smash through their to do list and do some really cool shit - but when it comes to sharing that with the world, they freak out.

If you’re guilty of downplaying your wins, brushing off compliments, hiding your achievements or worrying you’ll be seen as a show-off if you so much as mention the epic things you’ve achieved - this episode is for you!

I share a bit about my own journey from hiding away to finally sharing my wins publicly and some of the reactions I received, plus:

• Why so many female founders feel hesitant to own their success
• How downplaying your achievements can actually hold you back from reaching your fullest potential
• The power of celebrating your wins and how it impacts your subconscious mind and energy
• Real-life examples of how sharing your success can empower others to aim higher
• Actionable tips for creating a habit of celebrating your achievements without fear of judgement

Favorite quote from this episode: "When we stay small, we help no one"

If you’re ready to make some cool shit happen, I’d love to invite you to join me inside Freedom Empire. This is for women in business looking for personalised 1:1 coaching to take their business to the next level over the next 6-12 months. Click here to apply or send me a DM on Instagram @lauracanham_ to chat more.

LINKS:

• Connect with Laura on Instagram here
• Register for The Offer Lab

Welcome to the second installment of the Success Series! This is an 8 part segment where I’m talking to some of my amazing clients about their business journey - the amazing wins and all the crazy shit has gone on behind the scenes that they’ve never spoken about before.

My first guest is one of my longest term clients, powerhouse entrepreneur and founder of the Wedding Collective, Lauren Bridge.

Now where do I start with this lady? After we started working together in late 2021 she has knocked my socks off with her ability to take action and slay her goals. In less than 12 months she hit her first $100k and then decided to start a second business which has skyrocketed to success. She has since doubled her income every single year, become the Director of her own company and continues to blow me away with her no nonsense attitude of go big or go home.

From the outside you’ll only ever see the beautiful badass boss babe Lauren, but let me tell you - her journey hasn’t always been plain sailing. She’s overcome some big mindset hurdles and personal challenges over the last few years and that’s what we’ll be diving into in todays episode.

From nearly burning out after launching her new brand, her mission to becoming a millionaire, the lessons learned from taking quick and dirty action and how she’s had to navigate solo parenting two toddlers and divorcing her husband whilst also growing her company. This is a juicy one! Let’s dive in.

In this episode we discuss:

• The importance of trial and error if you want to hit your goals quickly
• How she’s managed the transition from solopreneur to running her own company
• How she’s navigated hiring team members and delegating her workload
• How she’s nailed her long term vision and some of the trade-offs she’s willing to make in the meantime
• The challenges she’s faced whilst separating from her husband, solo parenting her two toddlers continuing to grow the business.

Quote of the episode: ‘I love money. I like making money. I like spending money. I like sleeping on money’

If you’re looking for a place to get personalised support to grow your business and achieve your own version of success over the next 6-12 months, my mastermind Freedom Empire is now open for applications. Click here to apply or send me a DM on Instagram @lauracanham_ to chat more.

LINKS:

• Connect with Laura on Instagram here
• Register for the Hot Offer Masterclass

Welcome to the Success Series!

Over the next 8 weeks, we’ll be diving ladyballs deep into the topic of success. I want this series to inspire you to really think about what success actually means to you, so you can start doing business [and life!] your way.

I wanted to go a layer deeper than just the shiny highlights you see on social media - so this series is more about the messy, behind the scenes stuff that make’s everyone’s journey unique.

I'm beyond excited to welcome my first guests onto the podcast throughout this series - some of my incredible clients who are sharing their real, raw stories of building their businesses. These conversations will give you a front-row seat to what worked, what didn’t, and some of the wild moments they faced on their way to success.

In today’s episode, I kick things off by tackling a big question: What is success, really?

For years, I struggled with this myself. In the corporate world, I thought you had to have a unique idea, be a total powerhouse, or hit millionaire status to be successful. And honestly? That belief held me back from taking the leap into entrepreneurship. I see this all the time - women doubting themselves because they’re comparing their journey to someone else's.

In this episode, I’m sharing how I redefined success for myself - what it looked like when I was building my wedding business versus what it looks like now, as a mum and a coach. I'll show you how I use my vision board to stay focused on my goals and not get distracted by shiny objects or what everyone else is doing.

I'll also be talking about how success isn’t static - it changes as we move through different seasons of life. What success looked like for me five years ago is completely different from what it looks like today. And that’s okay. It's about staying true to what you desire, in this moment.

So, if you’ve been chasing a version of success that doesn’t actually align with who you are or what you want, this episode is your permission slip to stop. It’s time to reset, reflect, and build your own version of success.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why success has no single definition and how to define it for yourself
• How external influences can distort your goals and lead you off track
• My personal stories of chasing someone else’s version of success [and how it backfired!]
• The importance of regularly checking in with yourself to make sure your goals still align with your current desires
• Why having a mentor or taking a break can help you gain clarity and refocus
• How to stay connected to your own vision of success using tools like vision boards, journaling, and more

My favourite quote from this episode: When you keep working towards an outdated version of success, you’ll always feel unfulfilled.

If you’re looking for a place to get personalised support to grow your business and achieve your version of success over the next 6-12 months, my mastermind Freedom Empire is now open for applications. Click here to apply or send me a DM on Instagram @lauracanham_ to chat more.

LINKS:

• Connect with Laura on Instagram here
• Register for the Hot Offer Masterclass

Holy shit balls, the poddy is officially ONE year old! Where did that year go??

In that time we’ve hit 49 episodes and 5700+ downloads, which is epic!

A huge THANK YOU for tuning in each week. I am truly so grateful to each and every one of you for your support.

To celebrate, we are doing something a little bit different for this episode and I have my very first guest joining me… my husband! Lol. [well to be honest, I’m actually the guest because he’s the one interviewing me!]

To make this episode extra fun, I asked you guys to send in a bunch of questions either about my own business or your business for me to answer live on the poddy. Some of you recorded your questions, and you’ll hear your voice in this episode! And for those who submitted an anonymous question, Sean reads it on your behalf.

We had so much fun pulling this episode together [plus I also learned just how bossy I am. Lol]

Tune in now to hear us chat about:

• My biggest disasters in business
• Some of the tools I use to keep my mind and motivation in check
• How I’ve dealt with copycats
• Knowing when it’s time to pivot and more!

To celebrate ONE year of The CEO Show, I am giving away a VIP Day of 1:1 coaching with me! To enter, simply leave a written review on Apple Podcasts and send it through to me so I know it’s yours. The winner will be drawn at random on 31 October.

In this episode, I referred to 2 previous episodes which you might find useful. Here they are:

• 41. What it *actually* means to be consistent and why this is the most overlooked strategy to grow your business
• 44. How to make money even when life goes to shit 

LINKS:

• Register for the Hot Offer Masterclass
• Apply for my mastermind Freedom Empire
• Join my VIP mailing list for exclusive access to BTS goodies
• Work with Laura

Imagine having one offer that was so damn good it made you $100k+ MINIMUM!

Whenever I tell people this, they look at me like I’m crazy BUT I’ve done this now for several of my own offers and helped heaps of clients make it a reality for them too.

So in this episode I want to show you what’s possible, and most importantly, how you can simplify your business by focusing on one killer offer that can create six-figures and beyond.

Tune in now to hear me share:

• The art of turning memberships and subscriptions into recurring revenue
• How to smash your sales goals with low ticket courses and programs
• How to strategically sell one high-ticket a month and make six-figures
• How to determine what type of offer and business model best suits your goals and capacity

Whether you’re starting from scratch or you already have a suite of offers, this episode will get you lasered focussed on how to really refine one of those to hit your goals with ease.

If you want a little extra help seeing what’s possible for your business, download my free AI Bot that will generate 3 personalised ideas for your business.

And if you’re ready to turn your idea into income, be sure to register for the Hot Offer masterclass happening 30 October.

LINKS:

• Click here to access the FREE Offer Generator [AKA Gen]
• Register for the Hot Offer Masterclass
• Apply for my mastermind Freedom Empire
• Join my VIP mailing list for exclusive access to BTS goodies
• Join the waitlist for the Bali Business Retreat
• Work with Laura

Is your sales strategy really the issue, or is it your offer?

So many business owners throw themselves into mastering sales techniques, thinking they need better strategies to make more money, but the truth is, even the best sales tactics can’t save an offer that doesn’t land with your dream clients.

If you’ve ever wondered why your sales aren't clicking, despite all your hard work, this episode is for you.

I dive into the importance of refining your offer and how to spot the common mistakes that are holding you back from making consistent sales.

Tune in now to hear why:

1. A great offer beats great sales tactics every time. 
2. Investing in professional branding or paid ads won’t save a crappy offer, and what you should do instead.
3. Messy messaging is often the reason people won’t buy, and how to tidy up your copy so it better connects and resonates better with your dream client.

Plus, you’ll hear real client stories, tips for auditing your own offers, and an invite to my free workshop, Hot Offer, where I’ll show you exactly how to create an offer that’s irresistible and set up to sell out.

This episode is full of actionable advice to help you stop spinning your wheels and start making real money with an offer that people are excited to buy. Don’t miss it!

LINKS:

• Click here to access the FREE Offer Generator [AKA Gen]
• Register for the Hot Offer Masterclass
• Apply for my mastermind Freedom Empire
• Join my VIP mailing list for exclusive access to BTS goodies
• Join the waitlist for the Bali Business Retreat
• Work with Laura

Meet Gen Bot: The $100k Offer Generator

Over the last 12 months I’ve been dabbling in the world of AI, in particular using this new era of technology to help streamline my own business and help my clients 10x their results in half the time. One of the ways I’ve been doing this is building Bots.

Bots are essentially custom GPTs that are trained in the backend to assist with something specific. For example, I’ve created Bots to help my clients create their lead magnet, generate content ideas or streamline their customer journey using my own knowledge and signature processes.

These Bots have been an incredible tool for making my client’s businesses far more simple, impactful, and saving them a shit load of time!

In this episode I share about a brand new Bot i’ve been working on called Gen. Gen has been trained using my proven methods to generate profitable, scalable offers for your business, in particular, finding you at least one business idea that has the capacity to bring in at least $100,000 each year. Wild!

Tune into this episode now to hear:

• Why Bots like Gen could be the secret to finally hitting your income goals
• How Gen has helped my clients create multi-six figure ideas for their business
• How Gen can help you refine existing offers and make them even more profitable

LINKS:

• Click here to access The Offer Generator [AKA Gen]
• Apply for my mastermind Freedom Empire
• Join the waitlist for the Bali Business Retreat
• Work with Laura