The Program Design Podcast

Have you ever hit the moment where you think...

"Maybe I'm just not cut out for this".

Maybe you're just "not meant" to be an entrepreneur. Maybe you should just go back and get a job. Maybe it's something that is meant for other people, but not for you.

Maybe you're feeling that way right now.

I want you to know that this is SO common, and I've absolutely been there. 

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why I used to worry this same thing, and how I overcame it (and no, it's not because I've always seen myself as an entrepreneur)
• How to know if it's time to get a part time job (or even a full time one), without feeling like a failure for doing it 
• And if you do decide to stick with entrepreneurship, the one vital thing you need in place in your business to make it work (and that most entrepreneurs are missing)

Consider this permission to do what you need... and a pep talk to encourage you that you can create the life that you truly want. 

And if it helped in any way, I'd love to hear from you. Leave me a rating here or send me a DM at laurenmonique.business on instagram. I'd love to hear from you.

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If you've ever worried about what someone might say about your program price, or about raising your prices... or even felt uncomfortable after actually stating your price (what if it wasn't what they were expecting??)...

This podcast episode is for you!

In this episode, you'll hear:

• What this program is and why I decided to invest in it
• How I discovered a money belief that has been blocking my next level of growth (and that I've actually had all along) 
• The questions you can ask yourself to uncover your own block too (and how to let go of it)
• Why your potential clients might be saying no (or even ghosting you)... and what do about it

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One of my favourite ways to connect with your audience?

Live experiences.

Now I don't necessarily mean in person (though that is fantastic too), but especially experiences where potential clients can get to know you, be in your energy, and interact with you. 

It can be a presentation, but in this scenario we're chatting about smaller, less formal events: think workshops or lunch and learns. 

This is Part 2: Sell Without A Pitch

In this episode, you'll hear...

• Why selling directly in a live experience isn't always the best choice, and why Program Led Selling can be a great alternative
• 3 mistakes coaches make that build trust... but squash demand - and what to do instead

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I don't have to tell you that in the age of AI, personal connections are more important than ever to fill you group programs.

One of my favourite ways to connect with your audience?

Live experiences.

Now I don't necessarily mean in person (though that is fantastic too), but especially experiences where potential clients can get to know you, be in your energy, and interact with you. 

In can be a presentation, but in this scenario we're chatting about smaller, less formal events: think workshops or lunch and learns. 

This is Part 1: Structure. 

In this episode, you'll hear...

• 4 ways to create a live experience (that don't include a traditional webinar or 5 day challenge)
• Why running an experience like this can increase sales, even without a pitch
• How to structure an event like this so it builds trust AND demand 

Stay tuned for Part 2: Build Demand Without A Pitch

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One of the main challenges I hear from coaches and mentors running online programs:

Their revenue isn't consistent each month.

Sometimes they have a good month, but other times, there aren't any sales or potential clients coming in... and it's a huge source of stress.

I have absolutely been there- but it does not have to be like that (even if you think you're "bad" at marketing).

In this episode, you'll hear: 

• Why most coaches aren't making sales regularly, and why a Repeatable Sales System will shift it
• What a Repeatable Sales System is, and the prerequisites you need in your business and program in order to make it work for you
• The main elements you need in your Repeatable Sales System, and what to do if it's not working

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Often we focus our energies on getting sales, on getting those first clients in the door.

But what if you finish your 12 week program... and your clients are asking: "What's next?"

First off - what a great problem to have!

Should you feel bad that you don't necessarily have anything to offer them? Should you just have them redo the program (but what if it just feels like a repeat for them)? Should you create something else... but you're not sure of what that could even look like?

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why focusing only on front end sales is leaving money on the table, and what to do instead
• When to know if you're ready to create another offer on the backend of your main program
• 3 different program models that allow for renewals, and how to see which one might be a fit for you 

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After helping entrepreneurs create signature programs over the last 2 years - 

I've noticed a trend.

Some coaches actually create and scale their programs... While others don't.

The coaches who actually launch the program they set out to create (and then go on to scale it!) don't necessarily have more education than you, more expertise than you... They might not even have as much business experience as you.

What they do have in common are traits. Specific ways of operating and seeing the world that allow them to move past the inevitable setbacks and challenges to actually make their vision happen.

In this episode you'll hear 7 traits I've noticed in my clients in peers that have helped coaches at all phases in business- from coaches who are just starting out and have sold their first spots in their program to coaches hitting 50k months.

My intention for this episode is to inspire you to embody these characteristics. When you develop them in your own business, you'll see massive shifts!

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If your ideal client isn't a consumer, but is actually an organization, district or school- this is a fantastic episode for you!

In this week's Case Study episode, I interview Ali Hively, a previous client, teacher and health coach and founder of Rise Girl: a program that empowers girls (grades 3 and up) with confidence, connection, and healthy habits through evidence-informed programs they love.

When we first worked together, Ali had a lot of content already created. Once we streamlined it and her process, she's now been able to focus solely on her main signature program, Rise Girl... and has been able to grow it to 100s of students across 9 states (and counting)! And has grown her business to over 6 figures.

She not only shares about the impact our work had on her business, she also shares fantastic insight on the mindset it takes to grow your own and how to grow your audience outside of the usual collabs, ads and IG growth strategies we're used to seeing in the online space.

If you want to learn how to grow with speaking and conferences, sell to organizations instead of consumers, or if you want some inspiration to grow your business that isn't in the "make money" niche, this one is a must listen.

To Connect with Ali:

Visit https://www.risegirlprogram.com/ 

Or on connect with her on instagram at @ali.hively

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This one is coming off the back of a recent masterclass I ran... When I woke up feeling like -

"Should I really still be running my business as usual?"

I mean... It seems crazy when people are literally being killed in the street.

But I worked through this and landed on my favourite affirmation that has helped me through my most recurring money block.

And if you're anything like the thoughtful, kind and caring clients I tend to attract, it's likely a big block for you too (that you may not even be aware of).

This quick episode is good one to listen to especially when you're feeling discouraged or powerless about what you're witnessing right now. 

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Have you ever felt like you're running out of time in your day... or that it's hard to balance marketing with delivery... or maybe you're newer in your business and you're wondering how you should really be spending your days at your desk (now that you get to choose how to spend it)?

Or maybe... You're curious to see how other people are spending their days as entrepreneurs?

In this series I'm diving into how I organize my days, my weeks and my months as a coach so that you can feel organized and focused in 2026.

Part 1: Getting Direction

In Part 1, we looked at a more macro level- how I plan out my quarter, my month to have a clear focus of where my time should be spent. Check out Part 1 here.

In this episode, we're diving into how I plan my weeks and days from there.

In this Part 2 episode, you'll hear:

• Why I look at my big picture plan for my quarter and month first, before creating a to do list 
• How I run my weeks to balance serving clients, running and growing the business (and the mistake I was making and why it cost me in revenue)
• How I spend my days so I have time for what matters most (instead of feeling like I don't have enough time!)

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