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In this enlightening Thriving Business Podcast episode, hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris engage in a deep conversation with Matt Church, the founder of the Thought Leaders Business School. With over 15 years of experience, Matt and his team empower experts to bill $500K-$1.5M annually, working just 50-200 days with minimal staff. They're on a mission to help clever individuals overcome self-sabotage and achieve commercial success. Tune in to discover more.

Matt Church, the visionary founder of Thought Leaders Global, is a renowned authority in enhancing leadership in Thought Leadership, Speakership, and Motivational Leadership. An accomplished entrepreneur, bestselling author, and distinguished speaker, he's earned international recognition, including being among the top 25 influential figures in the global speaking profession. Matt's achievements include induction into the Australian Speaker Hall of Fame, the 2014 Australian Speaker of the Year title, and a spot among the Top 10 Motivational speakers worldwide according to E-speakers in 2015. He's also authored 11 impressive books to date.

Key Highlights:

• Matt Church's journey: We delve into Matt's transformative journey as a thought leader, tracing his origins in the field.
• Exploring "The Green Book": Matt's seminal work The Green Book, otherwise known as “The Thought Leaders Practice: Do Work You Love, With People You Like, the Way You Want” is a book that he gives away for free to build his list and grow his client base organically. Matt discusses his strategy of disseminating valuable free content as a powerful way to grow your business.
• Traits of exceptional thought leaders: We discuss the qualities that define successful thought leaders. Matt dissects the three common obstacles that hinder individuals from realising their aspirations: a lack of clarity, the absence of a roadmap, and self-sabotage tendencies.
• Breaking through the Green Belt: Drawing inspiration from martial arts, Matt and his team created The Revenue Ladder that describes the different levels from White Belt ($120K per annum) through to Black Belt ($720K) and beyond. His team have helped dozens of thought leaders reach the $1.5M mark through smart commercialisation of their ideas.
• IP snapshot and codifying Ideas: Matt Church underscores the critical importance of efficiently capturing and codifying one's ideas. He introduces the concept of an IP snapshot, emphasizing the need to encapsulate insights without being bound to a specific mode.
• The evolution from expert to authority: We delve into the evolution from subject-matter expertise to the coveted status of authority within one's field - a ‘Thought Leader’.

And so much more!

For those aspiring to become a Thought Leaders Practice, click the link below to learn more. 

Stay Connected with Matt Church:

Matt’s Green Book : https://thoughtleaders.com.au/practice-book/
Matt's website : http://mattchurch.com
Thought Leaders Business School: https://thoughtleaders.com.au/

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Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business : https://katedejong.com/
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In this new episode, Thriving Business Podcast hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris sit down with Master Business Coach, Angie Giltner. Otherwise known as "The Girl with the Purple Hair" and based in Ohio, USA, Angie shares her remarkable 10-year journey as a business owner, highlighting a pivotal moment when she decided to start her own business after facing workplace discrimination and unequal pay.

Key Highlights:

• Angie's background: Angie, a former social worker and trainer, transitioned into entrepreneurship after a shocking incident of pay disparity in her previous job.
• Swift business launch: In just four days, Angie launched her own business, but she struggled in the first year due to lack of preparation and education.
• Investing in a business coach: After facing financial hardship and with as little as $2.84 in her bank account, Angie found a way to invest $10,000 in a business coach, which was the key decision that transformed her business and led to long-term success.
• Overcoming imposter syndrome: Angie shared her experience of initially doubting her ability to charge higher coaching fees but eventually increasing her rates, leading to significant growth in her income and business overall. 
• Personal brand pivot: During COVID, Angie transitioned from being a local business to becoming an online personal brand, learning the importance of putting herself out there and establishing a unique value proposition.
• The power of manifesting: Angie uses vision boards and positive affirmations to manifest her goals, exemplifying the power of a positive mindset.

And so much more!

Overall, Angie's journey from workplace discrimination to becoming a thriving business owner and coach serves as an inspiring example of resilience, determination, and the importance of investing in oneself. Listen to her fascinating story on this episode!

Stay Connected with Angie Glitner: 

Website: https://www.angiegiltner.com/

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SRFuR4gm1yy0XU69LDxh2

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angiegiltner/

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Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business

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Instagram: sammorris.businesscoach

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In this episode, Kate and Sam dive deep into the fascinating and rapidly developing world of AI-powered marketing. They share what AI marketing really is and how it can be harnessed for optimal results without falling into common pitfalls.

Kate and Sam share their personal experiences with AI in their businesses, especially in email marketing and social media content creation. They emphasise that while AI can provide a valuable starting point, it should be viewed as a tool to enhance human creativity, not replace it entirely. 

Episode Highlights:

• Exploring what AI marketing means.
• The potential and common pitfalls.
• Kate and Sam share how they've used AI in their businesses.
• AI in email marketing and content creation.
• Balancing AI assistance with human creativity.
• The importance of fact-checking and authenticity.
• Crafting quality prompts for AI.
• The role of AI within a broader marketing strategy.
• Leveraging AI for productivity in headline generation and content rewriting.
• Sam's approach to batching content creation during flow states
• Kate's tip on preparing a content backlog for staying ahead

And so much more!

Connect with the Women Doing Business Hosts:

Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business

Website: https://katedejong.com/

Instagram: katedejong.inspiredbusiness

Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The Business Implementor

Website: https://thebusinessimplementor.com/

Instagram: sammorris.businesscoach

Email: [email protected]

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Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business 

🌐 Website: https://katedejong.com/ 

📱 Instagram: @katedejong.inspiredbusiness 

✉️ Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The O8 

🌐 Website: https://www.theo8.com/ 

📱 Instagram: @the_o8crew 

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In this episode, Kate sits down with transformative leadership coach Cindy Kennedy in a candid and insightful conversation about the journey of finding your voice, embracing vulnerability, and speaking your truth in professional environments. Cindy is a motivational coach and keynote speaker who shares her personal experiences, from discovering her authentic self in a coffee shop in her mid thirties to helping professional women find their voice and power. Get ready to dive into a conversation about embracing vulnerability, the transformational power of storytelling, and the importance of speaking your truth, especially in professional settings.

Episode Highlights:

• Cindy's journey through adversity and overseas adventures that taught her to speak up and stand out — and ignited her fire to help all women do the same.
• Cindy’s turning point of coming home to herself and re-establishing her identity as a keynote speaker, TEDx trainer, and transformational leadership coach.
• How to identify natural leaders and those who naturally take on support roles, and how to nurture both.
• Differentiating between pleasing and serving — a lesson for all women.
• The impact of childhood conditioning and the journey to finding self-worth.
• The significance of setting clear intentions and practicing speaking in various opportunities.
• The creation of Cindy's program "Rise to Shine" and its evolution into the Center for Sass and Soul.
• The concept of alignment and how it's a continuous process of self-discovery and growth and a commitment to your truth.
• The power of sharing stories and how Cindy's work as a speaker, coach and TEDx trainer empowers people to find value in their stories.
• The beauty of anchoring stories and experiences to find deeper meaning and wisdom.
• The ongoing journey of deepening trust in oneself, others, and something beyond us to find your authentic power.

Stay connected with Cindy Kennedy:

Website:https://cindymkennedy.com/

Instagram: @cindymkennedy

Facebook: Cindy-M-Kennedy

Connect with the Women Doing Business Hosts:

Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business

Website: https://katedejong.com/

Instagram: katedejong.inspiredbusiness

Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The Business Implementor

Website: https://thebusinessimplementor.com/

Instagram: sammorris.businesscoach

Email: [email protected]

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Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business 

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📱 Instagram: @katedejong.inspiredbusiness 

✉️ Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The O8 

🌐 Website: https://www.theo8.com/ 

📱 Instagram: @the_o8crew 

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In this episode, Kate and Sam dive deep into the world of business ownership, vulnerability, and the reality of running a business. They openly share their insecurities, challenges, and fears as coaches and business owners, shedding light on the behind-the-scenes struggles that often go unnoticed and are mostly not talked about. Join them as they discuss the complexities of imposter syndrome, the value of experience over formal education, and the rollercoaster ride of revenue generation.

Episode Highlights:

• The power of vulnerability and sharing real experiences
• The most downloaded episode on menopause, showcasing the importance of discussing relatable and real topics we all struggle with but don’t talk about.
• The decision to share insecurities and challenges in this episode, revealing the reality of running a business.
• The experience of investing in mentoring and business coaching to elevate thinking,mindset and approach.
• The rollercoaster of cash flow, investments, and overcoming glitches in systems that affect lead generation.
• Imposter syndrome and how it can be triggered by unexpected events, leading to self-doubt and questioning expertise.
• The balance between formal education, experience, and the evolving nature of business.
• Navigating the world of speaking gigs, setting fees, and the ever-present challenge of imposter syndrome.
• Exploring the two types of businesses: Traditional and thought leader practices, and how they impact growth and overheads.
• The challenges of participating in coaching programs that promise results but may not align with individual values.
• Sam's new program designed to guide individuals through different stages of business growth.
• The psychology of pricing, value perception, and the dilemma of setting fees for services.

And so much more!

Connect with the Women Doing Business Hosts:

Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business

Website: https://katedejong.com/

Instagram: katedejong.inspiredbusiness

Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The Business Implementor

Website: https://thebusinessimplementor.com/

Instagram: sammorris.businesscoach

Email: [email protected]

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Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business 

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Sam Morris | The O8 

🌐 Website: https://www.theo8.com/ 

📱 Instagram: @the_o8crew 

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In this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing our dear friend and business colleague Lisa Brandis,  founder of Intuitive Reiki International and author of the newly released (and incredible!) book "Intuitive Reiki: A Transformational Journey of Deep Spiritual Awakening." In our discussion, Lisa shares her experience and insights on integrating intuition and spirituality into business, which isn’t often talked about in business discussions, and yet it’s so important. Each and every one of us has access to a powerful source of guidance through our intuition. Tune in to hear all about it!

Episode Highlights:

• How to get the balance right between flowing with your intuition and implementing enough structure in your business to be profitable and successful.
• Lisa's journey of personal growth through Reiki.
• Coping with grief through connecting with the spirit realm .
• Lisa shares experiences as a psychic medium in which she channels departed loved ones and animal energies.
• Learning to trust your emotions as your internal guidance system.
• Embracing emotions as a superpower, especially for females in powerful roles.
• Making decisions by integrating wisdom from your head, heart, and gut.
• Recognising the body's physical response to decisions (yes vs. no).
• The importance of meditation in connecting with intuition.
• Surrounding oneself with supportive advisors and friends.
• The significance of ‘alignment’ in business and decision-making.
• Recognising the impact and value of spiritual services in this modern era of business.

And so much more!

Featured in the Episode:

Lisa’s Book: https://intuitivereiki.com.au/about-lisa-brandis/

Stay Connected with Lisa Brandis: 

Website: https://intuitivereiki.com.au/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/intuitive_reiki_int/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisabrandis/

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Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business

Website: https://katedejong.com/

Instagram: katedejong.inspiredbusiness

Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The Business Implementor

Website: https://thebusinessimplementor.com/

Instagram: sammorris.businesscoach

Email: [email protected]

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Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business 

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Sam Morris | The O8 

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In this episode, Kate and Sam dive into discussions about the power of mindset shifts on the journey towards personal and professional growth. They explore fascinating topics such as the influence of movies and documentaries on mindset, the challenges of fear in entrepreneurship, and the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people to elevate thinking.

Episode Highlights:

• Sam shares her admiration for the recently released Barbie movie and its surprising depth in tackling feminism and gender roles.
• Sam highlights how the Barbie flipped stereotypes, empowering women while emphasising the need for balance and equity.
• Sam and Kate discuss FEAR in entrepreneurship and how it differs from the fear experienced in traditional employment.
• Kate shares her personal experiences of dealing with financial fear and the realisation that letting go and surrendering can lead to breakthroughs
• The girls discuss the importance of conquering fear, drawing parallels between extreme sports and the challenges faced by business owners
• The significance of letting go of control and trusting others in running your business operations.
• They discuss mindset shifts required to focus on high-value tasks that drive business growth and revenue generation.
• Why it’s important to be surrounded by individuals who elevate one's thinking and inspire growth.
• Sam reflects on the connection between coaching in sports and business coaching.
• The value of learning from people who are already achieving what you aspire to achieve. 
• Kate shares her experience of running a mastermind group and how some members outgrow the group as they progress. Recognising when you've surpassed the current level of your circle is essential for continued growth.
• Why it’s essential not to be the smartest person in the room

And so much more!

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Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business

Website: https://katedejong.com/

Instagram: katedejong.inspiredbusiness

Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The Business Implementor

Website: https://thebusinessimplementor.com/

Instagram: sammorris.businesscoach

Email: [email protected]

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Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business 

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📱 Instagram: @katedejong.inspiredbusiness 

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Sam Morris | The O8 

🌐 Website: https://www.theo8.com/ 

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In today’s episode, Kate and Sam discuss a thought-provoking article that was published in The Harvard Business Review. The article explores how male and female entrepreneurs get asked different questions by venture capitalists, leading to funding disparities. Despite female business ownership being high, women receive only 3% of venture funding. The questions asked to men focus on the vision and potential, while women face defensive queries about risk and break-even. Flipping prevention questions to promotion ones can change the trajectory. It’s quite incredible how the way a question is asked can have such profound consequences on mindset and perception. They discuss how disrupting bias in questioning is crucial for funding equality and for women to succeed in business generally. 

Here's the link to the  Harvard Business Review article:
https://hbr.org/2017/06/male-and-female-entrepreneurs-get-asked-different-questions-by-vcs-and-it-affects-how-much-funding-they-get

Tune in now and learn more about the importance of being mindful of the questions asked - even how you frame questions to your friends and family! Today’s discussion encourages entrepreneurs to be proactive in shaping the narrative during pitches and marketing of their message. 

Episode Highlights:

• Gender bias in venture capital funding
• Unequal funding for female entrepreneurs
• Defensive position for female entrepreneurs
• Influence of female venture capitalists
• The Funding Gap: Entrepreneurs who field prevention questions raise significantly less funding compared to those asked promotion-focused questions.
• Seeking External Funding: Many women turn to their partners for initial funding, facing similar questions that hinder their funding opportunities.
• The Power of Passion and Purpose: The importance of passion and purpose in business to stay motivated and resilient through challenging times.
• Flipping the Bias: The hosts propose flipping prevention questions into promotion answers during funding discussions to disrupt the cycle of bias.
• The need to position themselves differently and offer a competitive advantage in their business approach.
• Understanding finances and presenting ideas effectively
• Parenting Styles and Questions: Kate and Sam explore how their differing parenting styles impact their children's responses and emotions.

And so much more!

Connect with the Women Doing Business Hosts:

Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business

Website: https://katedejong.com/

Instagram: katedejong.inspiredbusiness

Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The Business Implementor

Website: https://thebusinessimplementor.com/

Instagram: sammorris.businesscoach

Email: [email protected]

Thriving Business Podcast 🌐Website:   https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/ 

Thriving Business Launchpad 🌐Website:  https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/thriving-business-launchpad

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Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business 

🌐 Website: https://katedejong.com/ 

📱 Instagram: @katedejong.inspiredbusiness 

✉️ Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The O8 

🌐 Website: https://www.theo8.com/ 

📱 Instagram: @the_o8crew 

✉️ Email: [email protected]

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In this episode, Kate and Sam discuss the challenges of starting a business from scratch and share their insights on the essential steps needed for success. They emphasised the value of finding your unique selling proposition and focusing on the gift you have to offer. Kate talks about her journey of charging for her services based on value rather than time and the importance of feeling confident in your pricing.They also highlight the need to be intentional and mindful when starting a business, knowing your worth (i.e. pricing strategy) and focusing on value-driven marketing to connect with potential clients effectively.

Episode Highlights:

• Starting a business from scratch: The importance of focusing on one specific offering that solves a specific pain point and resonates with customers.
• Being careful with competitor research early on to avoid imposter syndrome
• Pricing based on value
• Building confidence in pricing
• Attracting the right clients
• Marketing strategies for startups
• Nurturing relationships through email marketing

And so much more!

Connect with the Women Doing Business Hosts:

Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business

Website: https://katedejong.com/

Instagram: katedejong.inspiredbusiness

Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The Business Implementor

Website: https://thebusinessimplementor.com/

Instagram: sammorris.businesscoach

Email: [email protected]

Thriving Business Podcast 🌐Website:   https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/ 

Thriving Business Launchpad 🌐Website:  https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/thriving-business-launchpad

Connect with Your Hosts:

Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business 

🌐 Website: https://katedejong.com/ 

📱 Instagram: @katedejong.inspiredbusiness 

✉️ Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The O8 

🌐 Website: https://www.theo8.com/ 

📱 Instagram: @the_o8crew 

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In this episode of Women Doing Business, hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris start with a discussion around the TV series "Paper Giants" and its portrayal of Ita Buttrose and her pioneering role for women in media. Buttrose became the founding editor of the hugely successful Cleo magazine in 1972 and  was the first woman to be appointed editor-in-chief of a major daily newspaper in Australia. She was also the first woman to chair the ABC. They reflect on the progress that has been made for women in business over the past 50 years, but also acknowledge the ongoing struggles for equality and representation.

Kate and Sam then move on to talk about the fundamental essentials required in powerful marketing. 

Episode Highlights:

• The importance of an automated customer journey that nurtures prospects into paying customers and how to do it well.
• Building connections with your target audience through email marketing. 
• The significance of building a list and using lead magnets and nurture funnels to provide value to potential customers and establish trust and credibility. 
• The misconception that creating a product or course will automatically lead to success, emphasising the importance of testing, market feedback, and focusing on delivering value to customers.
• Ways to understand your audience's needs and incorporate market research.
• Kate shares the value of feedback and how she uses it to improve offerings.
• They encourage first-time business owners to engage with their target market and seek feedback for success.
• How to deal with difficult clients,  including those who may not be a good fit or have conflicting approaches.

And so much more!

Connect with the Women Doing Business Hosts:

Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business

Website: https://katedejong.com/

Instagram: katedejong.inspiredbusiness

Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The Business Implementor

Website: https://thebusinessimplementor.com/

Instagram: sammorris.businesscoach

Email: [email protected]

Thriving Business Podcast 🌐Website:   https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/ 

Thriving Business Launchpad 🌐Website:  https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/thriving-business-launchpad

Connect with Your Hosts:

Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business 

🌐 Website: https://katedejong.com/ 

📱 Instagram: @katedejong.inspiredbusiness 

✉️ Email: [email protected]

Sam Morris | The O8 

🌐 Website: https://www.theo8.com/ 

📱 Instagram: @the_o8crew 

✉️ Email: [email protected]