My Make It Work Online clients and I had a great conversation a few weeks ago about… money! What a charged topic it is, isn’t it? So many fears, entitlements, doubts, worries, insecurities, desires, envy… Money sure brings up our “stuff!” One of the things we specifically talked about was the idea of a money setpoint, or a financial place we’re comfortable with, and Continue reading...
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Slow Down… Or Else: The Surprising Truth Behind Why Working Less Can Actually Be Better for Your Business
To keep giving you relevant and timely content, we update our most popular posts. This article was last updated in May 2021. What would happen to your business if you just… stopped? What if you took a month off? Or reduced your hours to 20 a week? What if you took a hiatus from social media while on a two week vacation... or maybe longer? Does this bring up a Continue reading...
Steal This! My Step-by-Step Approach to Pushing Past Your Own Limits
You’ll probably be shocked by what I’m about to tell you today. That’s because I almost never say what I’m going to tell you today. In fact, I teach the exact opposite! (You may even wonder what’s gotten into me.) As you know, one of the principles I stand for is “success without sacrifice.” I believe you can build the business you want without feeling constantly Continue reading...
Peek Behind the Curtain: The Two Times I Screwed up On Purpose & How It Helped My Business Succeed Even Faster
I get it. You want to do things the right way. Whether it’s blogging, holding a consult, writing a bite-sized offer, or building your list, you want to avoid costly and embarrassing mistakes. You’re afraid that if you do things the wrong way, you’ll push people away instead of bringing them closer. And you most definitely don’t want to look like a fool, come Continue reading...
Are Your Facebook Ads a Waste of Money? The Truth That No One Is Telling You and How It’s Hurting Your Business
To keep giving you relevant and timely content, we update our most popular posts. This article was last updated in February 2021. We've talked about how even though launches are all the rage, they’re not profitable endeavors when you’re relatively new to business. In that article, I follow up on a BIG MISTAKE I see too many people making, one that’s wasting both time Continue reading...
Peek Behind the Curtain: Are Launches Worth It? What I Really Think About Launches, Products, & Group Programs
You probably noticed some big things happening around here over the past month. And because you’re like me, looking at people ahead of you in business to see what your next steps are, I knew you’d want to know the nitty-gritty details PLUS some of the big lessons I learned and mistakes I’ve made in launching. There aren’t enough coaches telling you “how the sausage is Continue reading...
Working Hard But Not Seeing Results? The Real Reason You’re Not Getting Clients (That No One Else Is Telling You)
Here’s what I know about you: 1. You’re smart. 2. You’re taking action based on what you’re learning. 3. You really want your business to work. (I love go-getters like you!) You’re showing up. You’re creating bite-sized offers. You’re being of service online. And you’re really going for it. I also know that what you’re doing isn’t totally working. You’re maybe seeing Continue reading...
4 Common Mistakes Business Owners Make That Crush Your Chances of Making Money (And How to Get Back on Track)
You’ve officially started your business. You have a website, and you know what kind of work you want to do. You’ve read a lot of articles on business-building and told friends and family what you’re up to. Maybe you’ve even made some money from a few paying clients. You have big plans for your business, and you’re ready to really get things moving. You want to make Continue reading...
Dreaming vs. Doing: How to Strike the Perfect Balance So You Can Create a Business That Supports Your Life
Over the past few weeks, we’ve been talking about a shift in the way you run your business that can bring the calm, clarity, and control you need to make it online. First, we discussed what challenges you’re up against and what you need to overcome. Then we talked about getting past them and not letting them stop you… all so you can create a business you love that Continue reading...
You Have Questions, I Have Answers: Readers Share Their Small Business Challenges and Get My Proven Strategies
Last week you shared the biggest challenges that you’re currently facing as you run and grow your online businesses. You said you’re currently grappling with situations ranging from the ridiculous amount of time it takes to get things done and working long hours... to knowing how to actually build your business, connect with potential clients, and get paid for your Continue reading...