Raise your hand if your part of the Overthinkers club! ✋ Overthinking has held me back for years. But this episode is the start of something new - no more overthinking the script, the topic, the repurposing plan. Just me and you, chatting about the real experiences of running a small business, as we cut through the chaos and focus on what truly matters.

Are you an overthinker? Let me know - [email protected]

Today, we're diving into a topic that's often the first hire for many of us small business owners or solopreneurs: Virtual Assistants. Yes, we're talking about those magical beings who can literally help you catapult your business to the next level, reclaim your precious time, and let you focus on what you're born to do—your zone of genius.

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If you're considering hiring a virtual assistant but are unsure if you're ready, you're not alone. Transitioning from solopreneur to a team can be daunting, and it's natural to question if now is the right time. In today's episode, I'll walk you through some clear indicators that you're ready to take this next step in your business journey.

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Today is the final episode in a 3-part series, covering 3 simple strategies that you can apply to all of your work – every day, every week, and every month – to improve your time management, and be more productive without burning out. This week, we’re moving onto the third and final step, which is Produce.

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In the previous episode we kicked off our 3-part series on effective time management, and in case you missed it, we covered the first step - Prioritise. 

Learning how to properly prioritise is key to boosting your productivity, and we shared some tips on how to refine your to-do list, including ranking items, setting deadlines, categorising by time, and breaking up big tasks. We also talked about what to do with the tasks that can't be thrown out entirely and put on the backburner. 

If you haven’t listened to that episode yet, I encourage you to pause, go back to that episode to listen to it first, then join us back here.

This week, we’re moving onto the second step, which is Plan. 

Now that you have your prioritised to-do list, it’s time to plan out how you’ll complete it in the most efficient and effective way possible.

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In this episode, we're tackling the tricky topic of time management. 

As a small business owner or self-employed individual, you know how challenging it can be to stay on top of everything. But what if we told you that you already have the time you need? It's just a matter of prioritizing your tasks and focusing on what's important. 

Today kicks off a 3-part series on the 3 P's of time management - Prioritize, Plan, and Produce. 

In this episode, we'll be diving into the first P: Prioritize. 

Tune in to learn how to set your priorities and take the first step towards a more productive and fulfilling workday.

From customer service and social media management to graphic design and administrative tasks, it's a lot to handle. I'm a big believer in outsourcing, but I understand that it can be daunting if you're not mentally and emotionally prepared.

That's why in this episode, we're focusing on the mindset you need to succeed with outsourcing. I'll be sharing four key things to keep in mind as you navigate the outsourcing process.

Hiring a virtual assistant can seem like the perfect solution to help grow your business, but it's important to understand that it's not always the right time to bring on this type of support.

That's why in this podcast episode, we're discussing the three common reasons why small business owners may not be ready for a virtual assistant. By understanding why you may not be ready yet, you can take steps to get your business in a position where hiring a virtual assistant makes sense.

So, if you're feeling overwhelmed with the idea of hiring a virtual assistant, or just want to get a better understanding of what it takes to make the leap, be sure to check out this week's episode.

If you have been in the online business space for any amount of time, you would have come across the phrase ‘the money is in the list’. Your email list is the perfect place to develop a relationship with your clients (and potential clients). It is yours, and you aren’t dependent on any algorithms, or platforms that suddenly go down (Facebook and Instagram, I’m looking at you).

Knowing which platform to use, how to get people onto your list, what to send them… it can get quite overwhelming! That is where Bethany steps in.

Bethany Fiocchi Root has been simplifying email marketing for companies for over 8 years (i.e. an internet marketing grandma). From start-ups to big brands, Bethany’s philosophy is always the same: attract the right audience, launch iteratively, & optimize to get the best results.

In this episode Bethany and I talk about:

And if you’re stuck at the lead magnet stage, Bethany has an awesome freebie to help you decide on the format of your lead magnet - check it out below.

Bethany’s Resources:

Website: epicemailmarketing.com

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

20 High-Converting Lead Magnet Ideas: https://product.epicemailmarketing.com/freeleadmagnets

Lead Magnet Creation Guide ($47): https://product.epicemailmarketing.com/leadmagnetcreationguide

Resources:

One Blog Post One Month of Content Guide: https://beautifulonlinebusiness.com/contentrepurposing

10x Content Blueprint: https://beautifulonlinebusiness.com/contentblueprint/

Template shop for coaches and course creators: https://beautifultemplateshop.com/

Mailerlite: https://beautifulonlinebusiness.com/mailerlite

Listen to my interview with Paul Scrivens (aka Scrivs): https://beautifulonlinebusiness.com/taking-action-paul-scrivens/

Scrivs’ $5 000-Day Case Study: https://beautifulonlinebusiness.com/pb5k

One of the best ways to come up with product ideas is to look at your own life and business. What are you already doing that your audience could find helpful? What problem have you solved for yourself, that could solve problems for others? You’d be surprised at what you can come up with.

This is exactly what my recent guest - Rachel Fairchild of This Crafty Home - did, with her freezer meal guides.

In this episode I talk to Rachel about creating products your audience actually wants, selling with Facebook ads, and hiring a team when you can no longer do it all yourself. Rachel is a former corporate girl, turned stay-at-home mom of 2, and now runs a successful business from her home office on her farm. Her mission is to empower moms with all the resources they need to make their busy lives easier.

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Find Rachel:

Website: www.thiscraftyhome.com

Podcast: www.mamagetsitdone.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thiscraftyhome

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkKNFWF4JckVNYgQ1hvihSg

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thiscraftyhome?lang=en

Resources:

One Blog Post One Month of Content Free Guide: https://beautifulonlinebusiness.com/contentrepurposing

10x Content Blueprint: https://beautifulonlinebusiness.com/contentblueprint/

Template shop for coaches and course creators: https://beautifultemplateshop.com/