Youpreneur: The Profitable Personal Brand Expert Business!

Mar 18, 2024

00:43:34

David Drazil is an architect who turned his passion for sketching into a profitable online business. He has created a community of over 240,000 Instagram followers, and leverages his years of experience teaching others how to Sketch Like an Architect.

In this episode, Chris and David discuss David’s journey from starting on Instagram sharing simple tips and tricks, to creating a diverse product suite. David shares how the pandemic shifted his business, the strategy behind generating 2 million impressions on a monthly basis via Pinterest, and the impact hosting virtual summits has had for his business!

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Join Chris as he hosts his 3-hour virtual Deep Dive Planning session on April 10th, with special guest coach, Matthew Kimberley! You'll get access to an exclusive event workbook, complete a business diagnosis session, network with like minded entrepreneurs and walk away with a full 90-day action plan to achieve your goals. Limited spots available, secure yours now!

Episode Timestamps

[03:25] - The Power of Visual Communication in Business
[04:32] - Leveraging Social Media and Content Creation for Growth
[06:17] - The Impact of the Pandemic on Online Learning and Growth
[15:47] - Maximizing Pinterest for Business
[18:16] - Simplifying to Amplify
[21:50] - The Power of Doing the Work
[24:23] - The Magic of Virtual Summits
[28:04] - Evolving Your Niche for Greater Impact and Profit
[29:11] - Maximizing Post-Summit Engagement and Segmentation
[37:44] - The Challenge of Maintaining a Hobby as a Business
[40:12] - Chris' Coaching Corner: The Missing Piece in David's Ecosystem

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The pivotal moment David realized he could monetize his expertise
Why ‘doing the work’ is the #1 key for business success
How David runs his virtual summits and the importance of the follow-up
Learning to separate the hobby and the business

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Mar 18, 2024

00:38:57

Skye Barbour is a business consultant for 6-figure+ female-led agency owners, helping them stay within their zone of genius, optimize seamless systems and elevate their small, but mighty teams.

In this episode, Chris and Skye discuss how Skye went from excelling in the corporate world, to taking the leap and transitioning to entrepreneurship. Skye highlights the importance of leveraging individual strengths, delegating weaknesses, and the significance of strong relationships when it comes to growing a successful business.

Your Personal Invitation

Join Chris as he hosts his 3-hour virtual Deep Dive Planning session on April 10th, with special guest coach, Matthew Kimberley! You'll get access to an exclusive event workbook, complete a business diagnosis session, network with like minded entrepreneurs and walk away with a full 90-day action plan to achieve your goals. Limited spots available, secure yours now!

Episode Timestamps

[03:09] - Skye's Journey: From Dyslexia to Business Success
[11:47] - The Power of Relationships in Business and Life
[16:49] - Skye's Business Ecosystem: From Low Ticket to High Value Offers
[20:23] - Failures and Lessons Learned
[21:30] - Scaling Success and Strategic Missteps
[23:03] - From Self-Sabotage to Recovery
[27:25] - Embracing the Present: A Day in the Life of Skye Today
[36:05] - Chris' Coaching Corner: Strategic Advice for Skye

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The importance of surrounding yourself with like-minded people
Overcoming mistakes and turning them into valuable lessons
Learning to trust your intuition as an entrepreneur
The beauty of creating a sustainable business and lifestyle

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Mar 18, 2024

00:39:42

Jessica Rose is the Founder of Jewellers Academy, which was created when she was just 19-years old. In this episode, Chris and Jessica discuss Jessica’s journey from starting a brick and mortar business to pivoting to an exclusively online model during the pandemic.

Jessica shares how she’s created an engaged online community, the importance of growing a team that supports your mission, and how Jessica has used her personal brand to continue scaling the business to new heights.

Your Personal Invitation

Join Chris as he hosts his 3-hour virtual Deep Dive Planning session on April 10th, with special guest coach, Matthew Kimberley! You'll get access to an exclusive event workbook, complete a business diagnosis session, network with like minded entrepreneurs and walk away with a full 90-day action plan to achieve your goals. Limited spots available, secure yours now!

Episode Timestamps

[02:24] - The Journey from Brick and Mortar to Online
[04:10] - The Challenges and Opportunities of Going Online
[05:46] - The Importance of Listening to Your Audience
[06:38] - Utilizing YouTube and Instagram for Growth
[10:08] - The Evolution of Jess’ Business
[22:27] - The Role of a Team in Scaling a Business
[24:49] - The Concept of ‘Luck’ in Business
[29:05] - The Importance of a Personal Brand
[30:09] - The Power of Community in Business
[34:47] - Chris’ Coaching Corner: Strategies for Business Growth

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

How Jess has evolved with the times to ensure her business doesn’t get left behind
The challenges Jess faced during the pandemic and how she overcame them
The importance of building a community and listening to your audience
Growing a team of people who support your mission

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Mar 18, 2024

00:38:57

Ash Borland is a Mortgage Marketing Consultant, who has leveraged his expertise to become a recognizable figure in his niche. In this episode, Chris and Ash discuss the pivotal moments in Ash's career, the strategies he’s employed to gain visibility and scale his business, and the importance of building a personal brand.

Ash talks about his approach to content creation, managing ADHD in his professional life, as well as his future plans for increasing his prices, the challenges and strategies of scaling a 1:1 business model and the potential of partnerships for further growth.

Your Personal Invitation

Join Chris as he hosts his 3-hour virtual Deep Dive Planning session on April 10th, with special guest coach, Matthew Kimberley! You'll get access to an exclusive event workbook, complete a business diagnosis session, network with like minded entrepreneurs and walk away with a full 90-day action plan to achieve your goals. Limited spots available, secure yours now!

Episode Timestamps

[03:24] - Transitioning from Mortgage Broker to Marketing Coach
[05:31] - The 3G Moment: Recognizing the Opportunity
[06:39] - The Power of Personal Branding
[07:35] - The Evolution of Platforms and Strategies
[12:06] - The Journey to Financial Freedom
[21:28] - Strategic Partnerships and Scaling
[23:51] - Work-Life Balance and Personal Routines
[30:28] - Content Creation Strategies
[35:47] - Chris' Coaching Corner: Scaling and Diversifying

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The power of niching down and going all in
How to recognise there’s a bigger opportunity available
Ash’s 1-hour content creation approach
How to continue scaling a one-man band

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Mar 18, 2024

00:46:17

Dilly Carter is a professional organizer and founder of Declutter Dollies, an organizing and home-styling service. Dilly is also a BAFTA nominee, x2 bestselling author and a presenter on the BBC hit TV-show, Sort Out Your Life.

In this episode, Chris and Dilly discuss the impact of television exposure, how Dilly has continued to diversify her personal brand offerings, the challenges behind scaling a service-based business and the approach Dilly has to social media and how she markets herself!

Your Personal Invitation

Join Chris as he hosts his 3-hour virtual Deep Dive Planning session on April 10th, with special guest coach, Matthew Kimberley! You'll get access to an exclusive event workbook, complete a business diagnosis session, network with like minded entrepreneurs and walk away with a full 90-day action plan to achieve your goals. Limited spots available, secure yours now!

Episode Timestamps

[01:00] - Diving Deep with Dilly Carter: A Personal Brand Journey
[04:01] - The Power of TV in Elevating Personal Brands
[15:21] - The Strategic Use of Instagram for Personal Branding
[21:49] - The Importance of Authenticity in Social Media
[24:24] - Confidence vs. Imposter Syndrome
[25:34] - Becoming a Leader in Your Field
[31:36] - The Art of Scaling Your Business with Quality and Control
[42:31] - Chris' Coaching Corner: Building a Stronger Business Foundation

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Acknowledging that YOU are the go-to person in your field
Having an authentic approach to social media and how to show your true self
How to overcome self doubt as an entrepreneur
Providing opportunities in order to continue scaling your business

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Mar 18, 2024

00:42:57

Mandy Rose helps people make more money and work less by using social media and digital products. Mandy has recently made a stunning comeback to the online business after a decade-long hiatus and is here to tell us all about it!

In this episode, Chris and Mandy discuss her journey to finding her way back to creating a profitable online presence, the challenges she faced when it came to reinventing herself, the importance of aligning business with purpose, her approach to monetizing her expertise and reaching a comfortable 20k months!

Your Personal Invitation

Join Chris as he hosts his 3-hour virtual Deep Dive Planning session on April 10th, with special guest coach, Matthew Kimberley! You'll get access to an exclusive event workbook, complete a business diagnosis session, network with like minded entrepreneurs and walk away with a full 90-day action plan to achieve your goals. Limited spots available, secure yours now!

Episode Timestamps

[03:50] - Mandy's Decision to Take a Break from the Online Space
[05:20] - The Struggles and Tragedies Mandy Faced During Her Break
[08:07] - The Process of Rebuilding and Monetizing Mandy's Online Presence
[11:30] - Mandy's Reflections on Her Journey and Her Current Success
[12:28] - The Importance of Aligning Your Work with Your Purpose
[22:49] - The Power of Low Ticket Digital Products
[24:37] - The Art of Content Creation and Organic Marketing
[26:36] - The Risks of Building a Business on Rented Land
[38:45] - Chris' Coaching Corner: The Importance of Diversifying Platforms

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why your mission and purpose is more important than you may think it is
Utilizing the power of social media to build an engaged community
Why it's never too late to start something or pivot
The risks that comes with building a business on rented land

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Jan 08, 2024

00:40:51

In this milestone 500th episode of the Youpreneur podcast, Chris brings his longtime friend, Pat Flynn, back onto the show to discuss their entrepreneurial journeys and the power of consistency in building and maintaining a digital presence. They explore the evolution of their business strategies over the years, the advantages of embracing AI technologies, the importance of creating a community for business success and much more!

Episode Timestamps

[03:04] - The Evolution of Friendship and Business
[08:07] - Transitioning from Solo to Team Business
[13:45] - The Unexpected Success of a Pokemon YouTube Channel
[18:07] - The Power of Reach and Influence
[20:40] - A Look Back: Income Reports and Their Impact
[23:04] - The Power of Storytelling and Positivity
[30:39] - Exploring the Potential of AI in Content Creation
[35:25] - The Importance of Community in Business

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Learning to delegate and the right time to start building a team
Insights on community as a business model
The influence of AI in business operations
Why storytelling is a key component of entrepreneurship

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Jan 04, 2024

00:26:59

In this episode, Chris delves into the highlights of 2023 for the Youpreneur brand, including hitting 9 million podcast downloads and launching the brand new 5k Accelerator™ program! He also announces Youpreneur's new Chief Operating Officer, Chloe Ducker, his third book deal, and much more. Tune into the full episode to learn all about what we're working on in the coming year!

Episode Timestamps

[01:30] - Hitting the 9 Million Downloads Milestone
[06:05] - Launch of the 5K Accelerator
[08:52] - Announcement of Third Book Deal
[09:55] - Introduction of New COO
[12:21] - Changes to the Youpreneur Incubator
[16:05] - Introduction of the Youpreneur Engine
[19:40] - Live Events Announcement
[22:35] - Changes to the Podcast Format

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The importance of celebrating your wins
Lean into your audience's struggles and provide a solution
Making big decisions and planning for success
One thing you MUST do in 2024 to stand out

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Dec 21, 2023

00:49:12

Nicholas Kusmich is the founder of H2H Media Group, a consulting and META advertising agency which has generated over $600 million in revenue since 2007! Nic helps information entrepreneurs predictably scale their revenue and time by easily getting more clients with marketing that doesn't suck.

In this episode, Chris and Nic discuss non-funnel marketing hacks for personal brands, limitations that come with conventional marketing funnels, how to increase your number of sales and much more.

Episode Timestamps

[07:28] - Exploring Biohacking and Stem Cell Therapy
[15:25] - The Importance of Self-Awareness
[17:18] - The Integration of Work and Life
[25:59] - The Power of Facebook Ads for Business Growth
[26:04] - The Anti-Funnel Approach: A New Perspective
[27:06] - The Power of Direct Selling: A Personal Experience
[27:55] - The Problem with Traditional Funnels
[30:09] - The Two Types of Prospects: Information Seekers vs Solution Seekers
[40:52] - The Role of Webinars in the Anti-Funnel Approach
[43:51] - Advice for Increasing Sales in Low to Medium Ticket Offers

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Nic's bio-hacking exploration and its influence on his entrepreneurial mindset
The limitations of conventional marketing funnels
Benefits of following a non-funnel, fast track approach
Nic's advice for increasing sales and how to do it effectively

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Dec 18, 2023

00:21:05

In this episode, Chris shares his top 10 strategies for attracting your dream clients in 2024, and beyond. He discusses the importance of writing a book, asking for input from your audience, and why consistency is key when it comes to publishing content. Chris also talks about how to be seen as a leader in your niche, and how you can position your business as a valuable resource for your dream clients!

Episode Timestamps

[03:37] - Sharing Success Stories
[04:37] - Productivity Hacks
[05:24] - Expert Interviews
[06:26] - Behind the Scenes
[07:26] - Addressing Challenges and Solutions
[10:42] - Interactive Content
[13:06] - Networking Opportunities
[15:03] - Writing a Book
[18:44] - Consistency in Posting

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Things you can be doing to be more productive in 2024
Why all entrepreneurs should be sharing more client success stories
How to position yourself as the go-to leader in your industry
Showing up consistently for your audience

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Dec 14, 2023

00:30:55

In this episode, Chris sits down with Ben Leonard, an e-commerce expert. They discuss strategies for building, marketing, and monetizing an e-commerce business around personal expertise and interests.

Ben explains the need for entrepreneurs to give themselves permission to venture and the importance of understanding both customers and their pain points. They explore the challenges of setting the appropriate price structure for products and the significance of pre-launch activities in building momentum for the actual product launch!

Episode Timestamps

[02:22] - Discussing Ben's new book
[03:00] - The importance of building physical product brands
[05:10] - Ben's journey in e-commerce
[06:44] - The significance of building a personal brand
[16:53] - The process of validating product ideas
[24:12] - The pre-launch stage

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Importance of incorporating physical products into a personal brand ecosystem
Benefits of building product brands around things you're passionate about
The value of giving yourself permission to pursue entrepreneurial ideas
Approaches to test and validate product ideas before launching

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Oct 02, 2023

00:40:56

85% of customers say that speed is a critical factor in their brand loyalty. The pandemic in particular made us realize how much time and speed actually matters to us. But, what happens when we don’t receive the correct amount of speed and responsiveness from companies we’re wanting to buy from? You’re about to find out in this episode!

IMPORTANT NOTE: WE’RE BACK! On November 10th 2023, the 1-Day Business Breakthrough™ will be taking place in London (and potentially for the final time!). The #1DayBB is a live event experience that brings together entrepreneurs from all industries and at all levels of growth to learn the strategies needed to go further, faster in today’s hyper competitive entrepreneurial landscape! Limited spaces available, secure yours today and save £150 with the early bird discount.

In this episode, Chris invites Jay Baer back onto the show to talk all about his latest book, The Time to Win: How to Exceed Customer’s Need for Speed. Jay explains the meaning behind why “responsiveness = revenue” and what us business owners can be doing to increase our speed in customer interactions for the long-term.

Episode Timestamps

[06:18] - Getting back in-person and the reawakening experience
[11:16] - Jay’s new book, The Time to Win
[14:35] - The writing process behind the book
[16:33] - The meaning behind “responsiveness = revenue”
[18:28] - If you cost your customer’s time, it will cost you money
[22:52] - The circumstances where you can be too fast
[24:33] - What the “Right Now” means
[27:20] - One assumption majority of business owners make
[30:02] - Responding without answers
[33:39] - The uncertainty gap is the difference between what you know about your business and operations, and what the customer knows

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why speed and responsiveness is more important than ever before
The importance of having relevancy as early on as possible
When you’re too fast, it can actually decay trust
In every customer interaction, there is a perfect amount of elapsed time

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Jul 31, 2023

00:16:12

Starting a new channel, whether it's on YouTube, a new podcast, or any other platform, can be an exciting venture, but a daunting one, for sure; especially when you’re entering a new space you’re not completely familiar with.

In this episode, Chris shares his new exciting project, the one thing that holds people back from starting a new channel, and the mental switch we need to make to overcome it.

Episode Timestamps

[00:30] - What we’ve been up to over the past few months!
[02:39] - Chris’ new exciting project
[06:42] - The audience is already there
[08:36] - Being radically different and standing out for the right and sometimes wrong reasons
[10:46] - It’s all about doing it for other people

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The one thing that holds people back when wanting to start a new channel
Why we should always be thinking about how we can be different
Your audience are waiting for you to serve them
You can’t please everyone and that’s okay!

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May 28, 2023

00:34:27

IMPORTANT NOTE: WE’RE BACK! On July 14th 2023, we’re coming back to London for the first time since November 2019! The 1-Day Business Breakthrough is a full day, live event experience that brings together entrepreneurs from all industries and at all levels of growth to learn the strategies needed to go further, faster in today’s hyper competitive entrepreneurial landscape! Limited spaces available, secure yours today and save £150 with the early bird discount.

P.S. We also have the amazing Daniel Priestley, founder of Dent Global and ScoreApp joining us as our special guest speaker, it’s going to be great!

In this episode, Chris invites Ali Abdaal onto the show to discuss his journey of going from an NHS doctor to now a Multi 7-Figure digital creator, also known as the world’s most followed productivity expert! Ali shares why he believes it’s important to remain transparent in today’s creative space, as well as his top tips for getting the most out of the YouTube algorithm.

They discuss how Ali’s day-to-day life has changed from when he was a doctor, what he does now to optimize his work day as much as possible and also his dream team behind it all!

Episode Timestamps

[04:14] - Rewinding to the beginning: Life as a doctor
[05:06] - When Ali first started his YouTube channel
[06:10] - Generating 20years+ worth of income as a doctor in one year
[08:16] - When will it become too much?
[09:26] - Ali’s YouTube growth stages and why consistency is key
[12:10] - Are collaborations still as effective as they used to be on YouTube?
[15:19] - What a day in the life looked like for Ali in 2019
[17:13] - What a day in the life looks like today
[19:21] - How Ali’s calendar would change if he won the lottery today
[22:25] - Deciding what you want your legacy and impact to be
[24:28] - Surrounding yourself with other people you can help and serve
[26:33] - Full break down of Ali’s team and their roles
[30:30] - What the next 5-years look like for Ali and his business

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The process it’s taken Ali to get to 4.3 million YouTube subscribers
The eye opening moment of generating 20+ years worth of income as a doctor in just one year
How Ali’s day-to-day life has significantly changed since 2019
The dream team behind Ali’s business and their roles
What the next 5-years look like for Ali and the business

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May 22, 2023

00:17:49

Henry Ford once said, “Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success."

In this episode, Chris discusses the importance of collaborations with industry peers, and how to do it successfully! He talks about his brand new podcast, This is Online Business, in which he co-hosted with his friend of 10+ years, Jeff Walker.

Chris emphasizes the benefits that collaborations can bring, why it’s a great learning tool for us entrepreneurs and his top five reasons for why it’s essential for positioning yourself as an expert in your niche.

Episode Timestamps

[01:53] - The pandemic forced us to stay more connected
[03:05] - Where the idea of This is Online Business came from
[04:39] - Good people attract good people
[07:12] - Cross promotion and the benefits it can bring
[08:37] - The importance of co-creating content
[10:33] - How to kickstart the collaboration conversation
[13:23] - Combining resources and
[15:19] - Where Chris and Jeff’s friendship began

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

What you shouldn’t be worried about when it comes to collaborating with someone else
The huge benefits collaboration can have on your business
The importance of surrounding yourself with smart people
Why you should be building meaningful relationships

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May 01, 2023

00:36:44

When it comes to balancing work and family life, it can sometimes be difficult to effectively do both. In this episode, Chris invites Steve Chou onto the show to discuss his new book, the Family First Entrepreneur.

They talk about how to achieve financial freedom without sacrificing what matters most, why Steve felt the need to write the book for entrepreneurs who have families, as well as the systems and processes he follows to ensure that he’s not only achieving his business goals, but also being present for his family as and when they need him. If this is something you’re currently struggling with and have been wanting to improve, this episode is perfect for you!

Episode Timestamps

[07:52] - Why Steve felt the need to write this book for entrepreneurs who have families
[09:20] - The Four Burners Theory and how we can leverage it as entrepreneurs
[16:15] - The processes and systems Steve follows to stay focused and on track with his goals, whilst still being there for his family
[22:09] - Steve’s ecosystem and the different revenue streams he has in place
[25:59] - Embracing change and why it’s important that we adapt with the times
[28:54] - Lifecycle marketing, automation and taking customers on a journey

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why Steve wanted to write this book to share his perspective on how to balance family and business
How entrepreneurs can still be present with their family, whilst achieving financial freedom
The Four Burners Theory and how we can utilize it as entrepreneurs
Breakdown of Steve’s ecosystem and the different revenue streams he has in place

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Apr 24, 2023

00:22:07

As a self published author, not having your book available to buy on Amazon is a big problem. After five years since Rise of the Youpreneur was first shared with the world, Chris received an email from Amazon KDP informing him that they would be terminating his account... for no reason at all.

After digging around online, trying to make sense of the situation, Chris soon realized that this has happened to a lot of self published authors. In this episode, Chris walks through the timeline from first being notified to the current status of his appeal, what he’s done to stay proactive, and why he’s thankful to have built his business on his online home that he owns, and not rented land.

Episode Timestamps

[01:56] - What is Amazon KDP?
[03:05] - Backstory to launching Rise of the Youpreneur
[12:25] - Being proactive and persistent
[16:41] - Not building your business on rented land
[18:04] - When life gives you lemons… you make lemonade!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The reasoning behind self publishing Rise of the Youpreneur
Why Amazon KDP can be great for self published authors most of the time
The importance of not building your business on rented land
Making the most out of the situation and how we’re continuing to serve our community!

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Apr 17, 2023

00:42:19

In this episode, Chris invites Mark Leruste onto the show for the first time to discuss his book, Glow in the Dark! They discuss the challenges of launching a book, including marketing and promotion, and the requirements needed to make it on the Sunday Times bestseller list in the UK.

They also touch on the biggest hurdle Mark experienced on launch day, how he turned it around to play in his favor, as well as the pros and cons of traditional publishing vs. self publishing… plus a whole lot more! If you’re thinking about writing your first (or next!) book, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Episode Timestamps

[07:16] - Publishing traditionally, launching in December and what it takes to become a bestseller
[16:27] - The biggest hurdle Mark experienced on the launch day and how he turned it around into a strong marketing campaign
[21:05] - Mark’s take on the publishing industry as a whole after going through it
[30:13] - The original idea for Mark’s book and how it pivoted over time
[33:37] - Who Glow in the Dark is for and what it truly focuses on

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The pros and cons of traditional publishing vs. self publishing
How Mark took a situation out of his control and played in his favor during launch week
Mark’s take on the publishing industry and his advice for people wanting to publish a book traditionally
Why entrepreneurs need to share their stories more often to transform their business

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Apr 10, 2023

00:34:03

As business owners, we always want to be tweaking and trying out new things - even more so when they make our ‘work’ a little easier!

In this episode, Chris invites Daniel Priestley onto the show to discuss scorecard marketing and the future of AI-driven marketing. They talk about Daniel’s new company, ScoreApp and how it can be used for lead generation and customer segmentation (something we’re currently using ourselves here at Youpreneur!). They also discuss the challenges entrepreneurs have faced when it comes to generating new leads post-pandemic and how we can stay ahead of the curve during times of disruption and change.

Episode Timestamps

[05:07] - Using Scorecard marketing for lead generation and customer segmentation
[20:23] - Challenges entrepreneurs have faced post-pandemic when it comes to generating new leads into our ecosystem
[24:22] - The importance of being proactive rather than reactive
[29:58] - Using AI to serve up the right content to your audience based on where they are in their journey

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Scorecard marketing and how you can utilize it in your business
Challenges in marketing and lead generation post-pandemic
Why entrepreneurs should always be proactive and not reactive in times of change
The future of marketing and the role AI will play

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Apr 03, 2023

00:29:33

Chris invites Mark Schaefer back onto the show to discuss his latest book, Belonging to the Brand, which is all about building a community and how it’s potentially the last great marketing strategy of our time!

They both discuss the importance of accessibility and creating sparks of opportunity for others. They touch on the pandemic and how big brands reacted in the wrong way, as opposed to smaller companies who stuck to their brand, and realized their community was also struggling, which resulted in positive reactions from their audience. Mark also emphasizes why community is more important than we may think it is and how it can be used as a powerful brand marketing opportunity.

Episode Timestamps

[03:54] - Why Mark will always keep his doors open for one-to-one meetings
[10:41] - How we can be heard in today’s busy world and how we can stand out as entrepreneurs
[14:00] - One of the main reasons Mark decided to write this book
[15:15:] - How community can be the ultimate marketing strategy without relying on traditional advertising or promotions
[24:09] - The biggest advantage from a marketing standpoint when it comes to building a community

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The power of building a community and why we should all be focusing more on it
We’ve never been more connected, yet disconnected in today’s world
What entrepreneurs can do to stand out and be heard
How community can be the ultimate marketing strategy without relying on paid advertising

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Mar 28, 2023

00:21:43

If your business isn’t making real money, what you have is a hobby, not a business. In this episode, Chris shares 5 ways you can make more money by doing LESS work - yes you read that right!

He emphasizes the importance of raising your prices and not apologizing for it, why every business must have systems and processes in place, and how to best utilize digital products to bring in passive income. He also discusses how you can scale your business as a Youpreneur and shares some of the key things we did during our program launch last November which made it a huge success.

Episode Timestamps

[04:43] - eBooks are still a great way to show your expertise and can easily be sold on different platforms and integrated into your email funnels
[06:23] - How you can utilize online courses as a way to teach people specific skills or strategies
[07:10] - Downloadable digital files such as templates and worksheets enables you to offer a solution to your audience’s problem and provide a clear process for them to follow
[08:10] - Why membership sites are a great way to move to the one-to-many approach and how they can provide a predictable, recurring income for your business
[13:17] - The importance of creating a compelling and clarity driven offer for your community
[16:46] - Creating and launching a new coaching program for success
[19:05] - Never underestimate the power of the follow up!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Digital products are a great way to add in extra revenue streams to your ecosystem and doesn't require your time after they’ve been created
Why every entrepreneur will have to transition to a one-to-many approach at some point in their journey
How to create a group coaching program that is attractive and provides real results for your clients
The importance of gathering as much feedback as you can post-launch so that you can make sure you make improvements for the next one

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Mar 20, 2023

00:31:20

In this episode, Jason Resnick joins Chris to discuss all things email marketing when it comes to building a profitable business around your expertise. They deep dive into the importance of consistency and why a lot of entrepreneurs struggle with it, as well as Jason’s top tips for testing your list and finding out what works well.

Jason also emphasizes why it’s vital to offer both free and paid content to your subscribers, and the need for improvement in your email marketing strategy, regardless of how big your email list is or how long you’ve been in the game for!

Episode Timestamps

[05:24] - Why entrepreneurs struggle with their email marketing
[07:13] - The results Jason saw when he became more consistent
[13:10] - The power of repurposing existing content
[15:45] - Jason’s top tips for curating new ideas
[20:18] - How to improve the health of your email list

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why we struggle with email marketing is a mindset thing, not a capability thing
When you consistently show up, that’s your competitive advantage
It’s not about how big your list is, it’s about how engaged those people are
Not being worried about being too ‘salesy’, you’re solving a problem for your audience

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Mar 13, 2023

00:36:42

In this episode, Chris invites Michael Hyatt back onto the show to discuss his latest book, Mind Your Mindset which he co-authored with his daughter and CEO of Full Focus, Megan Hyatt Miller.

They discuss how we can zoom in on challenging ourselves and how to control the narrative that we have as business owners when it comes to problems we face. As well as the opportunities that are presented to us and how to best utilize certain situations that we put ourselves in.

Episode Timestamps

[04:12] - Where the idea came from for Mind Your Mindset
[11:04] - The science behind how we think and our memories
[22:19] - Imposter Syndrome and how it plays into our mindset
[26:37] - The relationship between our language and our thinking
[31:38] - Michael’s open heart surgery and how he managed his mindset during the recovery stage

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

How Michael’s coach made him realize his leadership was the issue and the changes he made
Up to 20% of our memories are likely made up, and up to 70% are distorted in some significant way
How we can overcome Imposter Syndrome as entrepreneurs
The reciprocal relationship between our language and our thinking

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Mar 07, 2023

00:36:56

The saying “Live Your Best Life” has been thrown around for decades, but what does it actually mean, and more importantly, how do we achieve it? In this episode, Chris invites his very good friend and New York Times best-selling author, Lewis Howes back onto the show to discuss his new book, The Greatness Mindset.

They deep dive into the personal shifts Lewis has experienced over the last couple of years and what they’ve meant to him, as well as healing, having more abundance in our lives as entrepreneurs and a whole lot more! Grab a notebook for this one, you’re going to need it!

Episode Timestamps

[03:14] - Lewis reflects on how he feels with where he is in his life right now
[07:02] - How Lewis has become more present in everything he does
[16:08] - The shift Lewis experienced in the past 2-years and what it’s done for him and his business
[20:03] - Why Lewis decided to wait until now to write the book
[25:51] - The Greatness domain and why Lewis felt he needed to have it
[28:14] - How content has changed over the past 10-years

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The personal shifts Lewis has experienced and what they’ve meant to him
If something doesn’t authentically align with you, put it off until you’re ready
Be proud of what you’ve achieved, even if you didn’t hit the main goal
Why it’s important to change with the times and not get left behind

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Feb 27, 2023

00:29:24

Whether you’re just getting started, or you’ve been in the entrepreneurial game for a while, you’ll come to realize that time is your most valuable commodity. A lot of entrepreneurs struggle to say no to opportunities that don’t align with their purpose but feel guilty about turning it down. This is where overwhelm kicks in after you’ve said yes to everything and you simply don’t have enough time in the day to get everything done!

In this episode, Chris invites Yasmine Cheyenne onto the show to discuss her new book, the Sugar Jar: Create Boundaries, Embrace Self-Healing, and Enjoy the Sweet Things in Life. Yasmine explains why entrepreneurs are still struggling with their time, how we can better align ourselves with the opportunities that make sense, how to look after ourselves by setting boundaries and so much more!

Episode Timestamps

[04:10] - The idea behind the Sugar Jar
[10:12] - Why are we still struggling with time?
[13:31] - The reason why you don’t have time for the right opportunities
[15:43] - Boundaries create space
[22:36] - The hardest thing to let go of as entrepreneurs
[24:06] - The concept of filling up your Sugar Jar

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The importance of being clear on the purpose of what you’re doing
Aligning yourself with opportunities that make sense, and saying no to everything else
Setting boundaries and sticking to them
Why we struggle to let go of disappointments

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Feb 21, 2023

00:28:42

Wondering how you can make more money and change the world? You’re in luck! In this episode, Chris invites Amy Porterfield back onto the show to talk all about her latest book, Two Weeks Notice!

They take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about their 15-year friendship, Amy explains why she decided to write the book and compile all of her experiences to help others, and so much more!

Episode Timestamps

[04:07] - Relationships should be treasured, not used
[08:24] - Amy’s success over the years and what she thinks of it
[10:33] - The reason behind Two Weeks Notice
[12:24] - Amy’s biggest mindset shift
[16:07] - How Amy has kept her business model simple and streamlined
[20:18] - The roadmap included in the book
[22:17] - The most fun Amy has had during her entrepreneurial journey
[23:45] - The worst time Amy went through as an entrepreneur
[25:35] - Amy’s advice for creating more opportunities

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The difference between ‘deal’ friends and real friends
How Amy has gotten to where she is today
Why you need to ‘unboss’ yourself early on in your journey
Having a simple business model vs. having too many offerings
The key lessons Amy has learned and how they’ve shaped her business

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Feb 13, 2023

00:41:54

When it comes to starting new ventures and pivoting, when is enough, enough? There’s only so much bandwidth one person has and there comes a time when you need to make the decision of stepping back and just focus on the one thing that fulfills you.

In this episode, Chris invites Ryan Lee back onto the show after 7 years! They discuss pivoting, burnout, starting new companies, selling old companies, why entrepreneurs should be streamlining things, how to sell effectively and Ryan’s decision to go full circle on his personal brand.

Episode Timestamps

[04:32] - Why you shouldn’t have the hustle and grind mentality
[10:04] - Low margins and why it means something’s broken
[12:04] - Ryan’s previous struggles and where the idea of his nutrition company came from
[17:42] - Balancing multiple companies and when Ryan realized it was too much
[25:10] - Why we need to act more like human beings and not sales machines
[28:00] - Ryan’s plan for generating income during this new chapter

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Going against the hustle and grind mentality
Entrepreneurs wanting more but are failing to take care of their people
Ryan’s experience with burnout and wanting to create something fun
People will do business with who they like, know and trust
It’s not about being better, it’s about being different

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Feb 06, 2023

00:12:04

When it comes to running an online business, there are so many moving parts it can be difficult to keep track of everything. But, we can’t continue to dismiss things and hope that they’ll sort themselves out!

In this episode, Chris shares the importance of why every business owner should be doing a quarterly clean-up and walks you through what the Youpreneur team has been working on this past week to get OUR clean-up done! Tune into the full episode to find out what we did, and more!

Episode Timestamps

[00:50] - What the Youpreneur team has been up to!
[03:17] - Website overhaul and server switch
[04:33] - Deep cleanse of our email list, sequences and funnels
[06:21] - Improving our Facebook ad strategy
[07:50] - Landing page clean up

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why quarterly clean-ups are vital for your business
What the clean up can do for not only yourself as the CEO, but your team too!
The importance of cleansing your email list throughout the year to increase engagement and open rates
Making sure you’re always looking at things and how to improve them

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Jan 23, 2023

00:38:50

We all wish there was more time in the day, but how can we truly buy back our time without jeopardizing specific areas in our business and life?

In this episode, Chris invites Dan Martell onto the show to talk all about his new book, Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Reclaim Your Freedom and Build Your Empire. Dan discusses the pain line that most entrepreneurs will face and how to manage it, as well as the Five “Time Assassins” and what they mean for business owners, plus so much more!

Episode Timestamps

[04:40] - The WHY behind Dan’s new book
[06:57] - The pain line that most entrepreneurs will face
[15:07] - The Five “Time Assassins”
[25:00] - The power of the executive assistant
[32:19] - The people who manage Dan’s life and why they’re so important

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

What the pain line is and why every business owner will come face to face with it at some point in their journey
The wake up call and the turning point for Dan
Dan breaks down the Five “Time Assassins” and what they mean
Why every entrepreneur needs to have an executive assistant if they want to get their time back
The two people who manage Dan’s life and the reason why he can’t live without them

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Nov 30, 2022

00:29:08

When it comes to building a business, particularly at the start-up beginning phase, there’s going to be a lot of uncomfortable situations you find yourself in – but they’re necessary in order to enable you to grow as an entrepreneur. However, one thing you can prevent doing is burning yourself out during this process.

In this episode, Chris invites Jadah Sellner back onto the show to discuss her new book, She Builds: The Anti-Hustle Guide to Grow Your Business and Nourish Your Life. Jadah discusses the importance of nurturing and nourishing yourself, particularly as a business owner and how to do it effectively whilst growing a business!

Episode Timestamps

[05:20] - Jadah’s new book and where the idea came from
[08:50] - The start-up phase in building a business
[13:20] - Identifying your retirement number
[17:39] - Building a support-squad
[21:45] - Why Jadah focused on women for this book

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The importance of nurturing and nourishing yourself as a business owner
Building sustainable practices to avoid staying stressed all of the time
Being uncomfortable at times during the start-up phase
Why every entrepreneur needs a support-squad

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Nov 17, 2022

00:15:11

Struggling to see the bigger picture? Chances are, you’re not quite sure what your ecosystem of products looks like (or could look like) and you need some help doing an overhaul of what you currently have for offer, and mapping out your customer’s journey with you as the expert.

DOORS ARE CLOSING: Join our proven 12-month accelerator the Youpreneur Incubator to grow and future-proof your highly-profitable, expert-based business (without compromising your time, health, happiness or sanity!) Join us on the inside before doors close on Friday November 18th at Midnight PST.

In this episode, Chris helps you put your very own Youpreneur ecosystem together! He explains why it’s important to see the bigger picture for long-term success and why you should never put all of your eggs in one monetization basket.

Episode Timestamps

[00:44] - The doors are about to close!
[04:16] - Why you should be diversifying your offers
[07:14] - Putting a monetary value next to what you’re doing
[12:00] - Getting people to pay you for your expertise

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Not putting all of your eggs in one monetization basket
Diversifying your income streams as much as you can
The line between being the “freebie influencer” and being an expert
Accepting that the sales process takes time

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Nov 10, 2022

00:15:52

If you’re not generating any income from your business, what you have is a hobby… and we don’t need any more hobbies!

DOORS ARE OPEN: Join our proven 12-month accelerator the Youpreneur Incubator to grow and future-proof your highly-profitable, expert-based business (without compromising your time, health, happiness or sanity!) Join us on the inside before doors close on Friday November 17th at Midnight PST.

In this episode, Chris shares his top three ways you can figure out what your audience wants from you so that you can start generating an income in your expert business!

Episode Timestamps

[00:41] - Doors to the Youpreneur Incubator are open!
[03:54] - Figuring out how to make money from your expertise
[04:16] - You don’t have a business if you’re not making any money
[06:37] - Primary profit mentality
[08:24] - The easiest way to figure out what your audience wants

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

It doesn’t need to be as hard as you may think it is
Why you need to have a primary profit mentality
You have a hobby, not a business if you’re not bringing in any income
The #1 way to figuring out what it is your audience wants from you

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Nov 02, 2022

00:13:45

The last couple of years have been a real struggle. People aren’t seeing the results they want to, they’re not hitting revenue targets and a lot of us are working flat out, and not getting to where we want to go.

This is why we’ve decided to run a FREE 3-day virtual event called the Elevated Entrepreneur Experience where Chris is going to help you end 2022 in profit, and elevate your expert business in 2023!

He’s going to show you how to create a repeatable, scalable system to generate high quality leads, and more importantly, how to convert them into loyal customers… plus a whole lot more! We would love for you to join us and a whole group of like minded entrepreneurs to work ON your business and help you put a plan together to crush your 2023 goals.

Secure your spot here - it’s free!

Episode Timestamps

[01:32] - Why we’ve decided to do this event
[02:52] - It’s time for you to get unstuck
[03:18] - When things are broken
[05:24] - What you’ll learn at the event
[07:47] - Behind the scenes

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

It’s time to stop ignoring what’s not working and start making changes
Simple will get you more results
You CAN build a wildly successful business without burning out
Why it’s important to do a business overhaul

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Oct 26, 2022

00:14:11

It’s impossible to do it all on our own! But, once you start building your team to help you grow your business, the results and growth will follow! Your job as the leader is to focus on the bigger picture and bigger decision making, and staying in your zone of genius.

BRAND NEW: Let us help you end 2022 in profit and elevate your expert business in 2023! On November 8-10th, Chris is hosting a FREE 3-day virtual event called the Elevated Entrepreneur Experience where he’ll show you how to create a repeatable, scalable system to generate high quality leads, and more importantly, convert them into loyal customers… plus a whole lot more. Save your spot here, it’s free!

In this episode, Chris deep dives into why you need to start building your team if you want to see real business growth! He shares his top tips on how to get started with delegation, what tasks you need to outsource and who to outsource them to.

Episode Timestamps

[02:42] - When Chris first hit a brick wall and the business was running him
[05:43] - What is superhero syndrome?
[07:57] - How to get started with delegation
[12:51] - There is no such thing as a super-va

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The power of delegation and outsourcing to virtual teams
Focusing on the things that only YOU can do
Who you should be delegating tasks to
Don’t expect to find one person who you can outsource everything to

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Oct 19, 2022

00:13:09

Spreading your message doesn’t necessarily mean constantly pumping out new pieces of content. What it truly comes down to is always serving your audience, and actively trying to find out what they need from you.

WE’RE BACK, AGAIN! Join us live and in-person for the second 1-Day Business Breakthrough event on November 24 in Newmarket, Cambridgeshire! We’ll be deep diving into your business, looking at what’s working and crafting a plan to springboard your growth going into 2023 and beyond (we also have the amazing Carrie Wilkerson joining us as our guest speaker!) Limited places available, secure yours before it’s too late!

In this episode, Chris shares his top tips on how to spread your message more than ever before! He explains why you should be viewing yourself as an online media company, how to become the go-to person in your industry and so much more!

Episode Timestamps

[03:55] - The key to being seen as an expert
[05:53] - Viewing your brand as an online media company
[06:52] - Aiming to be the go-to person in your industry
[09:50] - Taking advantage of live video

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why every Youpreneur should view themselves and their brand as an online media company
The importance of interacting with your audience
A reminder that everything you put online doesn’t have to be super polished and perfect
Utilizing the power of live video

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Oct 12, 2022

00:15:16

Content marketing is something that a lot of online entrepreneurs struggle to get to grips with, and rightly so! It can be difficult to come up with multiple pieces of new content every month and we end up being stuck on the content hamster wheel – which we want to avoid.

WE’RE BACK, AGAIN! Join us live and in-person for the second 1-Day Business Breakthrough event on November 24 in Newmarket, Cambridgeshire! We’ll be deep diving into your business, looking at what’s working and crafting a plan to springboard your growth going into 2023 and beyond (we also have the amazing Carrie Wilkerson joining us as our guest speaker!) Limited places available, secure yours before it’s too late!

In this episode, Chris shares his top tips on how to springboard your content marketing plan and explains why it doesn’t need to be as complicated as you may think. He also touches on why content repurposing will become your new best friend!

Episode Timestamps

[03:20] - Identifying where you want to be seen and heard
[03:41] - Plotting out what type of content you want to share
[05:49] - The effective way to repurpose your content
[08:54] - Delegating and getting some help
[11:26] - Analyzing the numbers

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

You can’t be seen everywhere, so be sure to pick one or two specific platforms where your audience are most active
Every piece of content you create should either educate, entertain or inspire your audience
Repurposing existing content is the key to avoid being stuck on the content hamster wheel
Content marketing consists of a lot of different moving parts, look into delegating specific tasks to your team members or a VA to help you
Always look at the numbers to see which content is resonating with your community

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Oct 05, 2022

00:14:17

Thinking of what type of content to create for your audience can be tricky at times. However, there are a couple of things you can do to make it easier to ensure that you’re creating content that will attract your ideal customer and make them fall in love with you over time.

WE’RE BACK, AGAIN! Join us live and in-person for the second 1-Day Business Breakthrough event on November 24 in Newmarket, Cambridgeshire! We’ll be deep diving into your business, looking at what’s working and crafting a plan to springboard your growth going into 2023 and beyond (we also have the amazing Carrie Wilkerson joining us as our guest speaker!) Limited places available, secure yours before it’s too late!

In this episode, Chris helps you put a plan together for creating content to attract your perfect customer and how you can build an audience of people who truly get what you’re about, and stick around!

Episode Timestamps

[03:30] - Establishing what you want to be known for
[04:47] - Solving a problem for your audience
[06:40] - Sticking to the five W’s
[12:27] - Something to remember when you’re creating your next piece of content

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Figuring out how to become somebody’s favorite
Your content should always solve a problem for your audience
Building an archive of content people can browse through as and when they need to
Being consistent is more important than you may think it is when it comes to building an engaged audience

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Sep 28, 2022

00:12:28

If you’re currently struggling with figuring out if what you’re currently offering to your audience is working, this episode is perfect for you! It’s vital that you not only listen to your customer’s needs, but you also need to find out exactly what it is they want from you, too.

WE’RE BACK, AGAIN! Join us live and in-person for the second 1-Day Business Breakthrough event on November 24 in Newmarket, Cambridgeshire! We’ll be deep diving into your business, looking at what’s working and crafting a plan to springboard your growth going into 2023 and beyond (we also have the amazing Carrie Wilkerson joining us as our guest speaker!) Limited places available, secure yours before it’s too late!

In this episode, Chris helps you figure out what your customer’s needs are, why you should lean into the data and where you should be spending your money to better serve your audience.

Episode Timestamps

[03:19] - The numbers never lie
[06:05] - Finding your ideal demographic
[07:32] - The importance of approaching your audience
[09:21] - How to survey your audience

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why you shouldn’t ignore the numbers and how to use them to your advantage
Personal outreach to your followers can be more powerful than you think
The people following you want more from you
The best way to survey your audience to get feedback

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Sep 21, 2022

00:08:30

A lot of people get overwhelmed when it comes to putting an email marketing funnel together. But, it’s actually more straightforward than most people think!

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In this episode, Chris shares the formula to a simple, yet effective email marketing funnel and breaks down each step so that you can start putting yours together straight away!

Episode Timestamps

[03:39] - Mapping out your customer journey
[05:46] - Creating your welcome email series
[07:34] - Deciding on your lead magnet
[09:37] - The right way to address new customers
[11:22] - Engaging with your non-buyers

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why mapping out your customer journey is so important
Creating an email funnel doesn’t need to be complicated
Making your lead magnet relevant to what you’re offering
Why you shouldn’t ignore your non-buyers

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Sep 14, 2022

00:16:34

One of the biggest mistakes any online entrepreneur can make is prioritizing growing their social media following over growing their email list. Although having a strong online presence is important, you don’t have full control over those platforms; but, you do have control over your own email list.

WE’RE BACK, AGAIN! Join us live and in-person for the second 1-Day Business Breakthrough event on November 24 in Newmarket, Cambridgeshire! We’ll be deep diving into your business, looking at what’s working and crafting a plan to springboard your growth going into 2023 and beyond (we also have the amazing Carrie Wilkerson joining us as our guest speaker!) Limited places available, secure yours before it’s too late!

In this episode, Chris deep dives into why you should be focusing on growing your email list now more than ever before, and why you should continue showing up for your subscribers on a regular basis even after they’ve signed up.

Episode Timestamps

[05:52] - How to get your next 100 email subscribers
[07:29] - The number rule of list building
[09:04] - Consistency is more important than you think
[12:26] - A challenge for you to take on, today!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

When you’re building an email list, you want to build a list of highly engaged email subscribers
If you struggle to send out regular emails, block out an entire morning and batch a month’s worth of emails in one go
Getting your subscribers to self segment themselves will benefit you in the long run
The email challenge you can get started with that will provide results

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Sep 07, 2022

00:12:10

It’s never been easier to build a personal brand business. However, with that, comes a crowded online space making it much harder to stand out from your competitors.

WE’RE BACK, AGAIN! Join us live and in-person for the second 1-Day Business Breakthrough event on November 24 in Newmarket, Cambridgeshire! We’ll be deep diving into your business, looking at what’s working and crafting a plan to springboard your growth going into 2023 and beyond (we also have the amazing Carrie Wilkerson joining us as our guest speaker!) Limited places available, secure yours before it’s too late!

In this episode, Chris talks all about how to build a future-proof personal brand and shares the things we should be doing on a daily basis to build a business for the future!

Episode Timestamps

[03:23] - It’s never been easier to build a personal brand business
[04:41] - Remaining top of mind and staying relevant
[07:23] - Being seen to sell
[09:13] - If we’re not learning, we’re losing

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Your content should always share your idea in a clarity driven and focused manner
Why it’s vital to stay top of mind in today’s online world
Showing your audience what you have to offer on a regular basis
Making sure that you’re always learning and developing yourself

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Aug 31, 2022

00:09:00

The online entrepreneurship space is extremely crowded. It’s getting increasingly harder to stand out when there are so many people copying what others are doing. However, we shouldn’t let those people hold us back from sharing value with our community.

In this episode, Chris talks about the power of being an original, why being different will always be better than being better, and why you should lean into your uniqueness now more than ever before.

Episode Timestamps

[01:20] - The problem with the entrepreneurship space
[02:06] - Being different is better than being better
[02:52] - The Self Awareness Test
[06:53] - Youpreneur 90-Second Next Step Assessment

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The power of being an original
Your personal brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room
Identifying your strengths and delegating your weaknesses
There’s nothing more relatable to your audience than YOU

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Aug 24, 2022

00:09:24

Overthinking and procrastinating is something that we’ve all experienced. Although we can never completely stop doing it, there are a couple of things we CAN do to limit how much we overthink and procrastinate, and still take action on the things we can control!

In this episode, Chris delves into the topic of overthinking as entrepreneurs and shares his top five ways for thinking more positively on a day-to-day basis and how to set up your day for success.

Episode Timestamps

[01:44] - Does it really matter?
[02:36] - Setting your day up for success
[03:49] - Minimize your daily input
[04:38] - Become a person of action
[06:20] - Accept that you can’t control everything

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Adding short breaks into your day after you complete a specific task
A stressed morning leads to a stressed day
Becoming a person who takes action every single day
Realizing that there are only certain things in your control

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Aug 17, 2022

00:08:26

Being a guest on somebody else’s podcast is a great way to build your authority and be seen as the go-to leader in your niche. Not to mention, it’s also an opportunity for you to expand your network.

In this episode, Chris shares his six top tips on how to be a great podcast guest! He discusses how to make the right first impression, why you should always be a fan first and foremost and how to properly promote your business during the interview when you’re given the chance to.

Episode Timestamps

[02:09] - Being a fan first and foremost
[03:11] - Doing your research
[03:46] - Personalizing your pitch
[05:06] - Always make it about the host
[05:37] - Having one clear CTA for listeners to take action on
[06:21] - The follow-up

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Personalizing your pitch so that it’s not generic and stands out
The two ‘B’s you should incorporate in your pitch
Never underestimate the power of the follow up
Avoid confusing listeners with too many CTAs

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Aug 10, 2022

00:10:27

One question that frequently comes up in the personal branding space is: “Should I buy a personal or brand domain name?” and it’s an extremely important question to address.

In this episode, Chris shares the best strategy to use when buying the right domain name for your business, the common misconceptions about personal branding, and why expert businesses have the ability to pivot as and when they feel the need to.

Episode Timestamps

[00:58] - Breaking down the misconceptions
[02:42] - Domain to choose as a personal brand entrepreneur
[04:00] - Don’t build a brand using your name if you plan to sell the business
[05:26] - Pivoting is built directly into your personal brand already
[06:50] - Making the final decision

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The questions you need to ask yourself before deciding on using your name for your domain
Why we think there is a ceiling on growth potential if we use our personal names
As a personal brand entrepreneur, you’re free to pivot and start talking about something new as long as it continues to provide value for your community
Unless you’re looking to sell your business, stick with your name!

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Aug 03, 2022

00:19:06

Although launches can be extremely stressful for us entrepreneurs, they enable us to step out of our comfort zone and try new things we’ve never done before. They’re usually a huge learning curve, and it’s crucial that we learn from the mistakes and improve the strategies and processes for the next time!

In this episode, Chris walks you through the four main stages of a launch, what pre-testing strategies you can try, how to make the right first impression with your audience and the most important components for a successful launch.

Episode Timestamps

[01:56] - The four stages of a launch
[02:35] - Finding out what your audience actually want
[06:51] - Sharing your new product with the world
[09:57] - Strategies for your launch
[14:31] - Post-launch

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The different pre-testing strategies you can use
Ensuring you get validation for your idea
The three most important ingredients for a successful launch
Keeping momentum going after the launch

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Jul 27, 2022

00:04:59

When you’re building an expert business, also known as “The Business of You”, it’s crucial that the content you’re publishing reflects your area of expertise and what you’re all about.

In this episode, Chris shares his top three tips for serving up community content that works! Tune in to find out how you can make your content evergreen, provide value to your community and why consistency is key.

Episode Timestamps

[01:27] - Becoming somebody’s favorite
[03:36] - Provide different formats for your content
[04:55] - The importance of consistency
[05:36] - Using your weekly newsletter as a content round-up

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The ability to solve people’s problems as an entrepreneur
Pay attention to the questions your audience are asking
Why you should be creating content in different formats
Always include links to your new content in a weekly email

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Jul 20, 2022

00:12:10

There is no clear path to ‘success’, and as entrepreneurs, there’s no rulebook for us to follow! We have to make mistakes and learn from them – that’s how you’ll achieve business success.

In this episode, Chris shares 12 lessons he’s learned during his entrepreneurial journey that has boosted his business success and helped get him to where he is today. Tune into the full episode to hear how you can start implementing these strategies almost immediately!

Episode Timestamps

[01:01] - If it doesn’t get scheduled, it doesn’t get done
[01:37] - Getting your creative work done in the morning
[02:21] - Your customers will tell you what they need
[02:48] - Overcoming your superhero syndrome
[03:44] - Marketing like a magnet
[05:41] - Having a P2P mindset
[06:38] - Saying no more often
[07:33] - Don’t be scared to pivot
[08:36] - Knowing when to hit the pause button
[09:10] - Different is better than being better
[10:06] - Celebrate your wins

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The power of saying no
How some of the greatest business ideas come from pivoting
Preventing entrepreneurial burnout by knowing when to take a break
Why celebrating your wins is more important than you may think

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Jul 13, 2022

00:06:48

Branding can be a hard nut to crack. But, there are a few ways you can differentiate your brand from others in your space to make it stand out from the crowd.

In this episode, Chris shares 3 approaches for making your brand stand out! He deep dives into why you should be reinventing and differentiating within your niche, what it will mean for you and your brand and so much more!

Episode Timestamps

[01:21] - Telling your story more often
[02:38] - Reinventing within your industry
[04:07] - Don’t be afraid to be bold
[04:51] - Market like a magnet

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why your founder story is like your heritage
Creating something that is completely different
The risk of being bold will bring the biggest results
Marketing like a magnet = attract the best and repel the rest!

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Jul 06, 2022

00:09:13

When it comes to building and growing an expert based business, YOU are the business, and that means you have to protect both yourself and your time when it comes to what you say yes to.

In this episode, Chris explains why you need to start saying no more often and the power of saying no. He deep dives into figuring out what your non-negotiables are and why it’s incredibly important to respect your boundaries.

Episode Timestamps

[00:20] - One of the most crucial things you’ll learn as an entrepreneur
[02:12] - Only saying yes to the things that will serve YOU and your audience
[03:52] - Where you should be spending your time
[06:21] - Identifying your non-negotiables

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The power of saying no
No longer doing things that do not serve you
Knowing what your non-negotiables are as a Youpreneur
Listening to your gut-feeling

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Jun 29, 2022

00:08:47

Pumping out new content on a weekly basis can become overwhelming at times. Especially if you have certain projects happening, product launches, or even school holidays for the children - it can be hard to get creative work done.

In this episode, Chris deep dives into how to keep your marketing thriving while you take a break by repurposing old, but still relevant and high value content. Tune in to find out how we’ll be doing this ourselves for the next two-months whilst Chris takes some well deserved time off!

Episode Timestamps

[03:25] - Realizing when you need some time off
[04:19] - Updates to the podcast
[05:52] - How to use this strategy effectively
[07:01] - Share your takeaways with Chris on Twitter or Instagram!

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Jun 22, 2022

00:12:10

Ever wondered what it takes to become an unbreakable entrepreneur? There are many components that come into play, but truly understanding what you want to be known for and what your personal requirements are is more important than you may think.

In this episode, Chris answers Andrew Sillitoe’s question on how to become an unbreakable entrepreneur. He deep dives into why it’s vital to become known as an entrepreneur, why the entry level to entrepreneurship is lower than it ever has been and so much more!

Episode Timestamps

[03:34] - It all starts with you – make a choice
[05:30] - Don’t become stuck in the past
[07:57] - Your ability to sense when you need to rest
[09:06] - Taking time off

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Make a choice of what you want to be known for
What worked before may not work now
The ability to understand your own personal requirements
Knowing when you need to take time off

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Jun 15, 2022

00:09:16

Running a business is hard work. It takes years to fully master the skill of managing a business effectively before you can start another business venture. But, when you do, the reward of seeing the hard work pay off is worth the struggles!

In this episode, Chris discusses how he manages 3 different businesses effectively! He breaks down the 4C Media Group of Companies, how he’s learned to delegate the tasks other people can do and why it’s vital to stay in your zone of genius as an entrepreneur.

Episode Timestamps

[01:58] - 4C Media Group of Companies
[02:47] - The power of delegation
[03:41] - How Chris stays in his zone of genius
[07:27] - The secret to managing 3 businesses effectively

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why delegation is key when you have more than one business
How to stay in your zone of genius and stick to what you do best
Building a great team who can support your vision
Staying on top of what is happening across all businesses

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Jun 08, 2022

00:47:08

Acquiring new clients on a regular basis can be a tricky task for many online entrepreneurs. But, when you have a system and process to follow that has been proven to work, it becomes a much less overwhelming task.

In this episode, Chris is joined by Healthpreneur founder, Yuri Elkaim, to discuss the art of acquiring new clients. They deep dive into how to find your ideal customers, how to engage with them, perfecting Facebook ads, evergreen webinars and so much more!

Episode Timestamps

[03:43] - How Yuri started Healthpreneur
[06:22] - The fastest and safest way to acquiring new clients
[11:55] - Where people go wrong when trying to attract new clients
[17:19] - Focus on how you can deliver for your audience
[20:36] - Yuri’s approach to running Facebook ads
[28:54] - How Yuri and his team have perfected their webinar to call funnel process

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why going all-in on your clients and their experience will result in your business having no competitors
Understanding that advertising is a skill like anything else
Being consistent with Facebook ads and figuring out what works
Yuri’s tips on how to have the perfect evergreen webinar to acquire new clients

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Jun 01, 2022

00:14:09

When it comes to hiring new team members, it can be tricky to find the right fit! Chances are, you may be hiring for the task, and not the role which is where problems can stem from.

FEW SPACES LEFT: Join us LIVE and in person at our brand new 1-Day Business Breakthrough event on June 23, in Newmarket, Cambridgeshire! We’ll be deep diving into your business, looking at what’s working in your business, understanding that conversations = conversions, planning your 90-day breakthrough plan for success, and we have Kymberlee Medina of Book Yourself Solid and Matthew Kimberley joining us as our incredible guest speakers! Limited places available, secure your place here.

In this episode, Chris deep dives into how to hire the right way to scale fast! He touches on why every entrepreneur needs to find help when things start getting too busy to avoid burnout and shares his 3 Lists to Freedom exercise to help you identify the tasks you need to start delegating!

Episode Timestamps

[01:45] - Kristin’s question on monetization and scaling
[03:35] - Finding the right help
[04:22] - Hiring for the role, not the task
[06:32] - 3 Lists to Freedom

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Hire people to become team members
Identifying the things that you can start delegating
Growing your team is essential to prevent burnout
There is only one you… you can’t do it all alone!

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May 25, 2022

00:11:58

When it comes to niching down and figuring out exactly who you want to serve, a lot of online entrepreneurs struggle to pick one specific niche and stick to it – that’s where overwhelm and stress can come into play.

BRAND NEW: Join us LIVE and in person at our brand new 1-Day Business Breakthrough event on June 23, in Newmarket, Cambridgeshire! We’ll be deep diving into your business, looking at what’s working in your business, understanding that conversations = conversions, planning your 90-day breakthrough plan for success, and we have Kymberlee Medina of Book Yourself Solid and Matthew Kimberley joining us as our incredible guest speakers! Limited places available, secure your place here.

In this episode, Chris talks all about why you need to niche down to scale up! Tune in to find out why you need to be super clear on what you do, who it helps and how it benefits your audience so that you can continue to grow further, faster!

Episode Timestamps

[02:14] - Update to the show!
[03:40] - John’s question on niching down
[06:34] - Why it’s important to pick one specific niche
[08:15] - How to get more concise with your marketing

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Identifying what you do, who it helps and how it benefits them
Niching down and why it’s vital
Always having a CTA to join your email list
Getting ninja focused on your marketing

Want your question to be answered by Chris on the show? Send him a DM on Instagram with the word “PODCAST” followed by your question, or send an email to the team support@youpreneur.com with the subject line “PODCAST” and your question in the email.

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May 11, 2022

00:16:34

It’s been an extremely busy start to the year for Team Youpreneur with planning for exciting projects happening this year, making updates to our online coaching platform and so much more!

BRAND NEW: Join us LIVE and in person at our brand new 1-Day Business Breakthrough event on June 23, in Newmarket, Cambridgeshire! We’ll be deep diving into your business, looking at what’s working in your business, understanding that conversations = conversions, planning your 90-day breakthrough plan for success, and we have Kymberlee Medina of Book Yourself Solid and Matthew Kimberley joining us as our incredible guest speakers! Limited places available, secure your place here.

In this episode, Chris shares the latest updates from Team Youpreneur focusing on the Youpreneur Summit event, our brand new 1-day Business Breakthrough event and the changes we’re making for the Youpreneur Incubator. Tune in to find out what they are!

Episode Timestamps

[02:44] - Sunsetting the Youpreneur Summit
[05:19] - The 1-Day Business Breakthrough event
[07:06] - The Youpreneur Incubator
[10:26] - Closing the doors
[12:14] - Updates to the Youpreneur podcast

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May 04, 2022

00:12:54

There’s a lot of ‘noise’ in the online entrepreneurship space nowadays. It’s become even harder to stand out from the crowd and connect with your tribe. However, there are ways you can not only attract your ideal clients amidst the noise, but convert them into customers, too!

YOUR PERSONAL INVITE: Join us in-person for our brand new live event, the 1-Day Business Breakthrough! It's time to get focused again. It's time to be in the same room again, and most importantly, it's time to work ON our businesses together alongside other like-minded entrepreneurs!

Joining us as our guest speakers, Kymberlee Medina of Book Yourself Solid and Matthew Kimberley, one of the most sought after sales and marketing keynote speakers, will be sharing nothing but pure wisdom and value to help you achieve greatness in your business! You'll leave the event having fallen BACK in love with your business and have a clear plan for the next quarter and beyond. Secure your place here, we're keeping this one intimate!

In this episode, Chris deep dives into smart marketing strategies for expert business owners! He explains his Market Like a Magnet concept, what it means and why all entrepreneurs should be marketing in this particular way.

Episode Timestamps

[04:25] - Being your true, authentic self
[06:03] - Converting followers into clients
[07:45] - Consistency is key
[10:12] - Focusing on the long game

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Attract the best and repel the rest
You only want ideal customers in your ecosystem
Commit to showing up for your audience
Why you should be playing the long game in business

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Apr 27, 2022

00:21:42

Youpreneurs are visionaries. We’re constantly planning and thinking of new ideas that we can implement into our businesses. However, it’s important to take a step back every now and then and identify how well things are doing, and which areas we may need to improve to move forward.

YOUR PERSONAL INVITE: Join us in-person for our brand new live event, the 1-Day Business Breakthrough! It's time to get focused again. It's time to be in the same room again, and most importantly, it's time to work ON our businesses together alongside other like-minded entrepreneurs!

Joining us as our guest speakers, Kymberlee Medina of Book Yourself Solid and Matthew Kimberley, one of the most sought after sales and marketing keynote speakers will be sharing nothing but pure wisdom and value to help you achieve greatness in your business! You'll leave the event having fallen BACK in love with your business and have a clear plan for the next quarter and beyond. Secure your place here, we're keeping this one intimate!

Are you currently stuck in a rut? In this episode, Chris helps you to re-evaluate as an entrepreneur and what you need to change within your lifestyle and business so that you fall back in love with your work.

Episode Timestamps

[02:52] - You’re not happy in your work
[05:13] - The numbers never lie
[07:25] - Limiting your work hours
[10:47] - Collecting client wins
[12:47] - The 3 different types of entrepreneurs

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Taking charge of your professional development
Avoid negative people and negative choices
Understanding your numbers
Working smarter, not harder

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Apr 20, 2022

00:09:43

When it comes to setting goals, a lot of people make the mistake of not having goals that are both settable and gettable. On top of that, there are so many goal setting tools available out there which can cause people to get distracted and not actually commit to taking action on those goals!

YOUR PERSONAL INVITE: Join us on the inside of the Youpreneur Incubator where you’ll learn everything you need to know about building a 6-figure business! It is the only coaching platform that includes a tried and tested roadmap, with step by step strategies that truly work. Coupled together with live monthly and quarterly coaching calls, access to our private members only Facebook group for extra accountability, you’ll have everything you need to achieve your goals and reach 6-figures! Find out more here, or send Chris a DM on Instagram with the word “PODCAST”.

In this episode, Chris deep dives into all things goal setting and explains why achieving all your goals just got easier! He covers why accomplishing big goals is a myth, and why actually achieving your goals requires a whole different skill set and level of commitment.

Episode Timestamps

[02:08] - Reflecting on your goals
[02:54] - Don’t get distracted by the fancy tools
[04:01] - Accomplishing big goals is a myth
[05:21] - What Chris reminds himself every time he sets a new goal

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Reviewing your goals on a monthly or quarterly basis will keep you accountable to them
Writing your goals is one thing, taking action on them requires a different skill set and level of commitment
There are so many tools out there that will help you set goals, but they won’t help you achieve them
Making sure that you know exactly how much time and energy it will take to achieve a goal and if it will be a good investment of your mental bandwidth

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Apr 13, 2022

00:14:29

A lot of online business owners get overwhelmed at the thought of putting together an email funnel. But, it doesn’t need to be as complicated as you may think it is. In fact, the main three email funnels you should have in place can be completely automated!

YOUR PERSONAL INVITE: Join us on the inside of the Youpreneur Incubator where you’ll learn everything you need to know about building a 6-figure business! It is the only coaching platform that includes a tried and tested roadmap, with step by step strategies that truly work. Coupled together with live monthly and quarterly coaching calls, access to our private members only Facebook group for extra accountability, you’ll have everything you need to achieve your goals and reach 6-figures! Find out more here, or send Chris a DM on Instagram with the word “PODCAST”.

In this episode, Chris shares the simple steps to email funnel success! He explains why email funnels are something online entrepreneurs shouldn’t be scared of, the importance of mapping out your customer journey and so much more!

Episode Timestamps

[02:41] - Mapping out your customer journey
[04:48] - Your welcome email series
[06:34] - Deciding on a lead magnet
[10:33] - Engaging with your non-buyers

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why you shouldn’t feel overwhelmed with creating an email funnel
Creating a killer lead magnet that your audience will love
People need multiple touch points until they buy in
Make sure you continue nurturing the non-buyers

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Apr 06, 2022

00:10:44

As a personal brand entrepreneur, there are no real competitors as there is only one YOU. No one can ever replicate you, or do things that way that you do them. That’s the beautiful thing about building the Business of You!

YOUR PERSONAL INVITE: Join us on the inside of the Youpreneur Incubator where you’ll learn everything you need to know about building a 6-figure business! It is the only coaching platform that includes a tried and tested roadmap, with step by step strategies that truly work. Coupled together with live monthly and quarterly coaching calls, access to our private members only Facebook group for extra accountability, you’ll have everything you need to achieve your goals and reach 6-figures! Find out more here, or send Chris a DM on Instagram with the word “PODCAST”.

In this episode, Chris shares his top tips for how to consistently beat your competitors! He also deep dives into the concept of building the Business of You, why there isn’t a rule book for entrepreneurs to follow and so much more!

Episode Timestamps

[02:46] - You have no real competitors
[05:04] - The tendency of following what other people are doing
[06:27] - How Chris’ business changed forever
[07:07] - Building a frictionless business

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Being original will always win
Why there isn’t a rulebook for entrepreneurs to follow
Be true to yourself and your audience will love you even more for it
Playing the long game is key in business

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Mar 30, 2022

00:10:18

We all have moments where we lack motivation and momentum in our business, and that’s okay! But, what we can’t do is let it drag on into the next month. It will take you longer to get out of the rut and your business will suffer.

YOUR PERSONAL INVITE: Join us on the inside of the Youpreneur Incubator where you’ll learn everything you need to know about building a 6-figure business! It is the only coaching platform that includes a tried and tested roadmap, with step by step strategies that truly work. Coupled together with live monthly and quarterly coaching calls, access to our private members only Facebook group for extra accountability, you’ll have everything you need to achieve your goals and reach 6-figures! Find out more here, or send Chris a DM on Instagram with the word “PODCAST”.

In this episode, Chris shares his monthly momentum checklist to help you identify your non-negotiables and why you should be focusing on what’s been working for your business. Tune in to work through the checklist with Chris so that you can start ramping up your momentum going into the next 30-days!

Episode Timestamps

[03:00] - Establishing your non-negotiables
[03:29] - What has been working well for your business?
[04:16] - How bad do you want to make it work in the next month?
[05:38] - Finding where the lack of momentum is
[07:04] - Always reward yourself for achieving your goals

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Having non-negotiables is vital for every entrepreneur
Sticking to what has been working well and doing more of it
Why self care is more important than you may think
Having settable but gettable goals

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Mar 23, 2022

00:08:03

Playing the long game is about your entire career. It’s not your 1-year, 5-year or even your 10-year business plan. To understand what the long-game truly is, identifying your why is the most vital step.

YOUR PERSONAL INVITE: Join Chris LIVE for the upcoming Profitable Personal Brand Bootcamp, a 3-day virtual event where you’ll learn how to build your audience, monetize your expertise and become future-proof. Secure your spot here and make 2022 your best year yet!

In this episode, Chris explains why it’s important to play the long-game in business. Tune in to hear why you need to shift your mindset into one that enables you to thrive, why you should say no more often and so much more!

Episode Timestamps

[02:04] - Recognizing what the long game is not
[03:08] - Shifting to a mindset that enables you to thrive
[04:20] - Having full control of your day-to-day
[05:36] - Identifying your why

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The long game is not your 1 year, 5 year or 10 year plan
Figuring out what you why is
Learning to say no more often
Becoming laser focused on your long game

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Mar 16, 2022

00:08:50

With everyone building personal brands nowadays, it can be hard to truly stand out from the crowd. But, it’s vital that you differentiate yourself from other people in your industry if you want to be seen as a leader in your niche.

YOUR PERSONAL INVITE: Join Chris LIVE for the upcoming Profitable Personal Brand Bootcamp, a 3-day virtual event where you’ll learn how to build your audience, monetize your expertise and become future-proof. Secure your spot here and make 2022 your best year yet!

In this episode, Chris shares his top tips for how to stand out as an expert business owner! He deep dives into the one thing all successful entrepreneurs have in common and why you should lean into your uniqueness and use it to your advantage. Tune into the full episode to find out how you can make sure you stand out from the crowd.

Episode Timestamps

[01:58] - The one thing top entrepreneurs have in common
[03:40] - How to make your personal brand different
[04:30] - Focus your energy on your own personal development
[06:45] - What uniqueness do you bring to the table?

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Identifying what your unique traits are and how you can use them
Showing up for your tribe and the impact it can have on your business
Stop comparing yourself and looking at what other entrepreneurs are doing
Finding out who you are as a person

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Mar 09, 2022

00:13:43

When it comes to building an online audience nowadays, a lot of online entrepreneurs tend to focus on growing their social media platform following, rather than their email list. Don’t make the mistake of building your audience on rented land. Now is the time to start taking email list building more seriously!

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In this episode, Chris shares his top rules for when it comes to building an engaged email list. Tune into the full episode to learn how you should be growing your list, and how to get your next 100 subscribers, fast!

Episode Timestamps

[03:31] - How to get your next 100 subscribers
[04:39] - Chris’ number one rule for building a list
[05:40] - Getting your subscribers to automatically self-segment themselves
[09:46] - The List Building Challenge

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why the quality of your list is more important than the number of subscribers
How to properly segment your list for the best results
Always be sure to double check your automated emails for errors
Growing your list doesn’t need to be as complicated as you may think

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Mar 02, 2022

00:11:51

Building an expert business will be the final business pivot you’ll ever make! Why? Because it’s built entirely on you, your personality and your expertise. It can never be replicated by anyone else, which makes you and your business completely future-proof. Now, how do you make that business truly a success? We’ve got you covered in this episode!

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In this episode, Chris shares the 3 simple steps to expert business success! He deep dives into what is involved within building a successful personal brand and why you should focus on your existing clients. Tune in to find out what they are so that you can start implementing them into your business!

Episode Timestamps

[02:41] - The biggest component of building an expert business
[03:35] - What people say about the work you do, IS your personal brand
[04:24] - Why you should focus on your existing clients
[07:27] - Making sure you own your online home

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Focusing in on your current clients and how you can continue to serve them
Your personal brand is what people say about you and your work when you’re not in the room
Stop building your personal brand on rented land
How to make sure your online home provides opportunities for people to follow the work you’re doing

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Feb 23, 2022

00:17:00

Coming up with new content on a regular basis can be hard, and it’s something a lot of personal brand entrepreneurs tend to struggle with. However, there is a smarter way to produce content, which doesn’t involve spinning your wheels and becoming overwhelmed!

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In this episode, Chris deep dives into how you can bring your content archive back from the dead and stop spinning your wheels when it comes to content creation! Tune in to hear his top tips for how you can utilize the content you already have in the bank and impact more people.

Episode Timestamps

[02:29] - The mistake online creators make
[03:37] - Identify which pieces of content performed the best
[05:08] - Look at how you can improve your SEO
[06:36] - More marketing for your older posts
[07:47] - Make use of back linking
[10:21] - Round up posts
[12:21] - Use different content formats to cater your audience’s needs

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Stop spinning your wheels when it comes to content creation
Why you should be including backlinks in your content
More marketing and less creation
Always go back and improve your SEO
Pay attention to what type of content your audience is asking for

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Feb 16, 2022

00:12:07

Growing your email list should be a top priority for any online entrepreneur. However, in order to attract new people and get them onto your list, you need to provide a high quality opt-in offer that makes it a no brainer for them to hand over their email address to get access to the freebie.

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In this episode, Chris shares his top tips for designing the perfect opt-in offer! He also deep dives into why your email list is where the real success and business growth stems from and why it’s so important for online entrepreneurs to focus on growing their email list.

Episode Timestamps

[01:54] - Why do we need opt-in offers in the first place?
[04:31] - How Chris first got started with his opt-in offers and how it’s changed
[07:31] - Focus on creating and offering a quick win for your audience
[08:05] - Chris top 5 tips on creating a killer opt-in!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The importance of growing your email list as an online entrepreneur
Create an offer you feel could sell for at least $100 and offer it for free
Your opt-in needs to be easy to consume and provide a quick win
Be thought-provoking and include a CTA

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Feb 09, 2022

00:14:31

Podcasts have always been a great way to build your influence online and reach new people by appearing on other people’s podcasts. However, there’s a right way to approach being a guest on other shows and how you can get the most out of doing so.

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In this episode, Chris shares the simple strategy to building influence online! Tune in to hear his three top tips for how you can utilize becoming a guest on other people’s podcasts to attract more prospective customers into your ecosystem, and catapult your influence!

Episode Timestamps

[03:47] - Chris reflects on how many podcast interviews he did during his book launches
[05:01] - Predicted ad spend for podcasts
[07:15] - Why you need to be genuinely interested in the host and their audience
[08:32] - Don’t hold back from sharing value
[10:36] - Continue the conversation and connection going

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why podcasts are a great marketing tool
Now is the time to get your voice out there
Share as much value as you possibly can and don’t hold back
Make sure you continue the conversation going, even when the episode finishes

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Feb 02, 2022

00:12:43

You’ve built up an established business, but you feel like you need a change. You have years worth of experience that needs to be shared with people. Does this sound like you? If so, this episode will help you to identify how to make that change in the easiest way possible!

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In this episode, Chris shares his 5-step process for pivoting into an expert business model! He discusses how to gradually pivot your existing content, why you shouldn’t worry about losing some of your audience and instead, focus on the new people who will come into your community. Tune in to find out why an expert business will be the last pivot you’ll ever make!

Episode Timestamps

[04:00] - Showing more of YOU
[04:50] - Sharing new, unrelated content to your audience
[06:05] - One full month of personal brand content
[07:52] - Evaluation and self reflection
[08:48] - Always ask for feedback

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why a personal brand pivot will be the last pivot you’ll ever make
Not worrying about losing some of your audience during the pivot
Evaluate the pivot process, what has gone well and what hasn’t
Key areas to focus on when building your personal brand

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Jan 18, 2022

00:15:08

You may have planned out your personal and business goals for 2022, but have you identified your anchors? These are the fundamentals that every entrepreneur should address at the start of a new year to achieve greatness!

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In this episode, Chris talks all about the 5 start of year anchors, what they mean and why it’s important that you plan them at the beginning of the year to set yourself up for success. Tune into the full episode to find out what they are and to gain some inspiration for creating your own anchors!

Episode Timestamps

[02:47] - Your Life Ammo: Sleep, diet and exercise
[06:47] - Mental Bandwidth: Meditation, focus and clarity
[08:23] - P2P Growth: Building real long lasting relationships
[09:39] - Emotional Energy: Understanding your emotions
[11:39] - Check In: How are you truly feeling?

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why your sleep, diet and exercise is more important than you may think
Practising meditation and breathing exercises for more focus and clarity
Focus on building real, long lasting relationships
Doing a deep review on your emotions and how you’re feeling is vital at this time of year and will determine how you feel for the rest of the year!

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Dec 02, 2021

00:13:01

As we near the end of the year, a lot of people may begin to feel slumped and overwhelmed with the amount of work they need to get done before the year is finished. However, it’s important to remind yourself that taking time off from work can do wonders for you as a business owner!

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In this episode, Chris explains why he and Erz always take time off towards the end of the year to reset. Tune into the full episode to find out why this has become a non-negotiable for them as business and life partners.

Episode Timestamps

[02:40] - Why Chris and Erz always take time off at the end of the year
[04:40] - How the pandemic affected Chris’ mindset and what he did to change it
[06:29] - Gaining more clarity on the ins and outs of your business
[07:18] - Improving what we do for our people and how we do it
[10:00:] - Taking time to recharge

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why it’s always important to take time off to reset at the end of a busy year
Making your stress, fatigue and mental capacity a priority to look after
Reconnecting with relationships during your time off
Ensuring that you make time to recharge before the new year

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Nov 08, 2021

00:33:14

It can be hard to get your message out there into the world and seen by your ideal clients. However, all it can take is stepping out of your comfort zone and making use of the connections you have already.

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In this episode, Chris invites Jen Gottlieb of Super Connector Media, to talk all about getting more exposure for your business so that more opportunities come through the door. Tune into the full episode to work through Jen’s Top 20 Tool exercise that will help you get anything you want in 20 days or less!

Episode Timestamps

[04:15] - How Super Connector Media started
[09:29] - Jen’s Top 20 Tool exercise that will help get you anything you want in 20 days or less!
[19:21] - Why Jen thinks a lot of people don’t ask for help
[29:00] - The live event that changed Jen’s life

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Stepping out of your comfort zone is the only way to grow
The Top 20 Tool exercise every entrepreneur needs to complete
Why people struggle to ask for help when they need it the most
How live events encouraged Jen to take action on her business

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Oct 25, 2021

00:36:41

Everyone’s journey is different, however what we learn from other people and their experiences can have a significant impact on our own journeys and growth as business owners.

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In this episode, Chris invites Jake Kelfer to talk about his new book, The Elevated Entrepreneur which includes 39 millionaire entrepreneurs and their secrets to success. Tune into the full episode to hear all about the book and so much more!

Episode Timestamps

[09:05] - The toughest part in the book writing process
[12:29] - A lot of entrepreneurs struggle to build relationships
[14:14] - It’s okay to not have all the answers
[22:14] - One of the stories in the book that stands out for Jake
[31:10] - What Jake is doing to market the book

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

How Jake was able to feature 39 entrepreneurs in his new book
The people we respect the most are the ones who tell us how it truly is
You get back exactly what you put in
Why we should learn from other people as much as possible
Book marketing strategies Jake is utilizing

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Oct 18, 2021

00:09:54

Ever wondered what personal brand business owners struggle with the most? Identifying what they want to be known for. This one aspect is crucial for business success, and may be the missing piece to the puzzle for your growth, both as an entrepreneur and an individual.

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In this episode, Chris shares his top tips for figuring out what you want to be known for. Tune into the full episode where Chris walks you through an exercise that will identify what people regularly ask you for help on, things that you don't like talking about, and all the things that make you unique.

Episode Timestamps

[02:45] - The one big reason why a lot of personal brand entrepreneurs don’t become super successful
[04:06] - List #1: What do people come to you for help on?
[05:18] - List #2: What do you not enjoy doing?
[07:04] - List #3: What makes you, YOU?

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Identifying the things that people regularly ask for your help on
Receiving clarity on the areas you don’t like talking about
Why Chris doesn’t agree with working on your weaknesses and delegates them instead
Realising what makes you unique

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Oct 11, 2021

00:42:19

If you have a product or service that you’re wanting to launch, or possibly relaunch, we’ve got you covered in this episode! Mr. Launch himself, Jeff Walker joins Chris to discuss the future of online launches!

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Chris and Jeff also chat about the expanded and updated edition of Jeff’s book, Launch, An Internet Millionaire’s Secret Formula to Sell Almost Anything Online, Build a Business You Love and Live the Life of Your Dreams. Tune in to hear what Jeff has changed in the latest edition of the book, and what he believes online launches will look like in the future.

Episode Timestamps

[06:10] - Why Jeff waited 7-years to update the book
[11:00] - How webinars have changed over the years
[15:51] - The formula and process Jeff has created to launch with success
[16:59] - Consistency is key and why Jeff started his YouTube channel
[29:50] - What Jeff thinks launches will look like in the future
[33:00] - The difference between the evergreen model vs. launches

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Jeff’s expanded and updated book, Launch and why he decided to wait to update it
Chris and Jeff discuss how webinars have adapted
Jeff’s formula for launch success
Consistently showing up for your audience
Creating a team that understands your vision and what you’re all about

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Jun 21, 2021

00:34:06

When Erin King was doing keynote sessions on Digital Persuasion, she had dozens of women messaging her asking how they could become speakers, raise capital and grow successful businesses just like her. It then became clear there was a gap that needed to be filled to support entrepreneurial women with their aspirations.

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In this episode, Chris invites Erin King onto the show to discuss her brand new book, Why You’re Kind of a Big Deal, the reasoning behind writing the book and who it’s targeted for, her past experiences in business, how she discovered her superpower and leaned into it to create a huge online audience!

Episode Timestamps

[03:32] - Where the title of Erin’s new book came from
[08:11] - Erin shares the story of how she discovered her superpower
[25:33] - Where Erin wants the book to hit home the most
[30:54] - Failure is going to happen

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The reasoning behind Erin’s new book, Why You’re Kind of a Big Deal
The story of when Erin pitched her tampon subscription business to investors
Why although Erin’s book is targeted primarily for women, it’s also relevant for men
No matter what we do, failure is going to happen and we have to stop being afraid of it

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Jun 14, 2021

00:42:56

Ever thought about selling your business? It’s a scary process! There are so many details that come into play, and if it’s a route you’re planning on taking in the future, it's vital that you know all of the facts in order to serve you in the best way possible.

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In this episode, Chris invites John Warrillow, author of Built to Sell, onto the show to discuss the ins and outs of what is involved within the business selling process. Tune in to find out the biggest mistake John has seen people make, his advice for when a deal doesn’t work out, and why it’s always best to have back up offers!

Episode Timestamps

[06:09] - The biggest mistake John has seen people make in the process of selling a business
[19:48] - When and how to have the discussion that you’re selling the business with your employees
[26:35] - John’s advice for when a deal falls through
[30:34] - Why you should always have multiple offers
[32:45] - What’s involved in a sale of a brick and mortar business

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The ugly truth of selling a business
What happens when a deal falls through
The conversation to have with your employees when you’re selling your business
Not relying on only one offer
The risk of being dependent on one platform

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May 17, 2021

00:40:45

There’s no denying that content is still king. However, content marketing has changed a lot of the past couple of years, making it more important than ever to ensure that us entrepreneurs are up to date.

In this episode, Chris invites the Godfather of Content Marketing, Joe Pulizzi back onto the show to discuss the updated version of Content Inc., and his new business venture. Tune in to find out what Joe has been up to since selling Content Marketing Institute!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode:

The new and updated version of Content Inc.
Writing goals in the past tense and how it has helped Joe
Why Joe decided to create The Tilt
What legacy and impact truly means

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May 10, 2021

00:13:17

Feeling like things aren’t quite going the way you would like in your business? Chances are, there may be a few specific areas that need to be focused on, in order to improve them and start bringing in the results you want to see.

In this episode, Chris explains the 3 big signs your personal brand business isn’t working. He also discusses why entrepreneurs struggle with these areas, and his top tips for improving them. Tune in to find out what they are so that you can start making changes and start seeing results!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode:

How to get more leads joining your email list
Clarifying your offerings and increasing your prices
Setting up a recurring revenue stream
Listening to your audience’s needs and requirements to create products that serve them

To see the full shownotes for this episode, head to: youpreneur.com/426

May 03, 2021

00:34:05

There is a myth around being able to have a work-life balance and still be successful. However, it really comes down to making small, yet incredibly impactful changes to your life in order to achieve it.

In this episode, Chris and Michael Hyatt discuss the 5 principles when it comes to creating a work-life balance to win at work and succeed at life.

Essential Learning Points From This Episode:

How to free yourself from the cult of overwork
Learning to embrace constraints and setting boundaries
Why sacrificing your family life will not result in succeeding in your work life
The 5 principles to creating and maintaining a work-life balance
The things that are truly the most rewarding and most enriching

To see the full show notes for this episode, head to: youpreneur.com/425

Apr 27, 2021

00:37:42

Jon Acuff worked with a researcher and asked 10,000 people if they struggled with overthinking. 99.5% of those candidates said yes. Now…. what if we could tap into our overthinking and overcome it to achieve great things?

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In this episode, Chris invites Jon Acuff back onto the show to discuss his stand-up comedy experience and his brand new book, Soundtracks. Tune in to listen to how Jon has shifted his focus in the past year amidst the pandemic and why every entrepreneur should be tapping into their overthinking and learning how to overcome it!

Episode Timestamps:

[06:38] - Using humor to communicate difficult truths
[16:15] - What Jon has changed during the past year
[22:21] - Jon’s new book, Soundtracks
[25:25] - Tapping into your overthinking
[26:21] - Being prepared always leads to an action

Essential Learning Points From This Episode:

How the pandemic made Jon shift his focus
Why Jon’s book is about taking new actions that will lead to new results
Being prepared will always lead to seeing results
Overcoming your overthinking

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Apr 05, 2021

00:39:50

Making money is something that a lot of people struggle with, from a moral perspective. They want to start a business and earn a great living, but then once it starts happening, and the dollars are rolling in, they start to feel bad about it! Yes, it happens.

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In this episode of the podcast, Chris sits down to talk about giving yourself the permission to prosper, with his good friend and mentor Ray Edwards. Known around the world as one of the leading experts on copywriting and creating sales copy that converts, Ray’s new book delves into the world of not only giving yourself that permission, but also running with it, towards your targets, at an incredibly fast pace!

Episode Timestamps

[07:57] - The three words Ray is focusing on in 2021
[15:05] - Why Ray’s new book has a faith-centred approach
[18:24] - The reasoning behind the book title
[20:13] - What stewardship means to Ray
[22:24] - How Ray changed his mindset after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s
[28:06] - Ray’s favorite chapters in his new book

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why a lot of entrepreneurs feel bad after making money
How Ray and his team shifted their focus in the past year
Ray’s new book and the reason behind the title
Why people who are driven to succeed, will always succeed
How Ray became more humble after his diagnosis

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Mar 29, 2021

00:21:27

As entrepreneurs, we’re visionaries which means that we’re constantly planning and coming up with new ideas. It’s important to take a step back from time to time and look at how well things are going and what areas may need improving.

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In this episode, I share the five signs that show that you’re doing it all wrong! Tune in to find out what they are and how you can start implementing changes to improve on them.

Episode Timestamps

[02:22] - You’re not truly happy in your work
[04:42] - You’re not looking at the numbers
[06:59] - You’re working too much
[09:27] - You’re not collecting ‘client wins’
[12:25] - You’re not growing

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Only surround yourself with people who get what you’re all about and the journey you’re currently on
Why it’s vital for every entrepreneur to look into the numbers - they never lie!
If you don’t take the time to rest, you will burnout
How turning your client’s wins into stories is great talking point
Do more of what is truly working within your business

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Mar 22, 2021

00:33:26

Self doubt and imposter syndrome is something that a lot of entrepreneurs experience. However, in order to overcome that feeling, we must look deeper into our values and what makes us one of a kind.

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In this episode, I invite Brant Menswar, author of Black Sheep: Unleash the Extraordinary, Awe-Inspiring, Undiscovered You. Tune in to hear the meaning behind his book, why entrepreneurs must identify their flock in order to understand their true values and how they have an impact on everything that we do.

Episode Timestamps

[04:37] - Brant’s background and why he became an entrepreneur
[06:11] - The initial idea for Brant’s book, Black Sheep
[08:34] - What is involved within Brant’s flock and how they impact his decision making
[15:43] - How to find your Black Sheep
[20:46] - Brant’s experience with imposter syndrome and how he overcame it

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why it’s important to program your values into your day
When you discover your flock, you’ll realise that you’re truly one of a kind
Setting non-negotiables and sticking to them
Overcoming imposter syndrome

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Mar 15, 2021

00:26:51

Times are constantly changing. Strategies and tactics that worked 10-years ago, may no longer be effective in today’s industry. When it comes to marketing, it’s all about being heard. And, in a noisy world like ours, how can we ensure that we don’t get left behind?

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In this episode, I invite Mark Schaefer back onto the show to discuss his upcoming book, Cumulative Advantage: How to Build Momentum for Your Ideas, Business and Life, Against All Odds. Tune in to hear why he decided to write the book, his experience with writing during a pandemic and also the people in Mark’s life he considers to be his true mentors.

Episode Timestamps

[04:34] - Mark’s experience with writing a book during the pandemic
[09:25] - How to be heard in a noisy industry
[13:46] - Why we have the ability to provide opportunities for other people
[17:42] - The board of directors in Mark’s life

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why Mark wanted to include emotion and real feeling to his book whilst writing it during a pandemic
The importance of momentum and Marks’ advice on how to keep it going
Mark reflects on the people in his life that have had a huge impact on him
Why every entrepreneur needs a mentor

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Mar 08, 2021

00:38:10

Every entrepreneur needs a coach. It’s impossible to do it all on our own! As coaching groups become more and more popular within the industry, 1:1 coaching is still very much happening and is still as effective.

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In this episode, Chris invites Rory Vaden back onto the show to discuss the subject of coaching, and more specifically why 1:1 coaching is still a thing. Tune in to find out how Rory helps his clients to figure out what their strengths are, what they should focus on and how they identify their uniqueness.

Episode Timestamps

[08:25] - How Rory helps his clients figure out what their uniqueness is
[10:20] - Why it’s important to focus on one specific thing, rather than everything
[14:50] - You’re most powerfully positioned to serve who you once were
[17:20] - Why a lot of personal brand entrepreneurs do the right thing, at the wrong time
[25:11] - Rory’s reason for sticking to 1:1 coaching

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Focusing in on one area and becoming an expert in that field
Everyone has their own uniqueness that cannot be replicated
Why it’s important to do all the steps in the right order
The main reason Rory has decided to still focus on 1:1 coaching

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Mar 01, 2021

00:09:31

When you’re building a business around your expertise, or as I call it “The Business of You”, it’s important that every piece of content you put out for your audience, clearly reflects your area of expertise.

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In this episode, I share a few ways you can create content your community will love! Tune in to find out how you can ensure that not only will your content be extremely valuable to your audience, but how you can also ensure it’s evergreen and will continue to help them well into the future.

Episode Timestamps

[02:41] - Why your one of your main focuses as an entrepreneur should be to always become somebody’s favorite
[04:50] - People consume content in different ways, ensure that you’re providing different formats to suit everyone in your community
[05:08] - How easy it is to repurpose content
[06:06] - The importance of being consistent with your content creation and publishing

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

At the very core of every successful entrepreneur is the ability to solve people’s problems
Keep note of questions that your audience ask you time and time again, and answer them through pieces of content
If you’re not repurposing content already, you need to!
Consistency is key if you want to be seen by your audience

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Feb 01, 2021

00:31:39

Ever wondered what truly successful entrepreneurs did to get to where they are today? In John Lee Dumas’ brand new book, he outlines a 17-step roadmap that highlights key factors that contributed to his success, as well as other experts within the industry.

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In this episode, I invite John Lee Dumas of Entrepreneurs on Fire back onto the show to discuss his upcoming new book, The Common Path to Uncommon Success: A roadmap to financial freedom and fulfilment. Tune in to hear about John’s experience with the book writing process and being out of his comfort zone.

Episode Timestamps

[06:07] - The reasoning behind John’s new book
[09:00] - John’s experience with book writing and being out of his comfort zone
[21:14] - What one chapter in the book stands out the most
[24:30] - Pre-order John’s book now to receive lots of bonuses!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why John decided to write his book after 9 years of building a multi 7-figure business
How using the pomodoro technique enabled John to write his book
The one chapter in the book that stands out and will help every entrepreneur
The importance of pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone

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Jan 11, 2021

00:10:00

It’s the beginning of a brand new year which means new goals, new resolutions, new habits and a new chance to chase it down! Although the start of a new year can sometimes be overwhelming, it’s important to remind yourself of what you truly want to achieve and what will get you there.

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In this episode, I share one simple strategy every entrepreneur should follow to stay on track and focused this year. Tune in to find out how you can make 2021 your best year yet!

Episode Timestamps

[01:22] - A little update about the podcast
[04:44] - The value of saying yes
[05:56] - How we’ve been preprogrammed
[07:22] - Focusing on the right people in your ecosystem

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Saying no more often
Our yeses are a commodity
Continue showing up for your audience
Why you need to invest your time on the right people

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Dec 21, 2020

00:45:06

As we near the end of the year, it’s time to reflect on everything that has happened in the past 12 months, what went well and what didn’t go so well business wise, and also to start looking forward and begin planning for the new year.

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In this episode, I invite my wife and business partner, Erz Ducker to join the show for the very first time to reflect on 2020, the highs and lows and what we’re both looking forward to in 2021!

Episode Timestamps

[10:20] - The decision behind pivoting the Youpreneur Incubator
[16:02] - Cancelling the Youpreneur Summit 2020
[30:32] - You have to be seen to sell
[39:40] - Special announcement about the podcast going into 2021!

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Changing the Youpreneur Incubator to a virtual setup
The importance of finding out exactly why something isn’t working
Why it’s vital to act quickly when circumstances change
How not traveling has made us more productive

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Dec 14, 2020

00:22:35

During the last month of the year, I always ensure that I take the time to reflect on how the year went. Although 2020 definitely wasn’t the year that we had all planned, it’s still vital to look back on what has happened, how we reacted to certain situations and what we’re going to change going into the new year.

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In this episode, I share the 10 extremely important things that you MUST know going into 2021 to ensure that you make it the best year yet! Grab a pen and paper, you’re going to need it for this episode.

Episode Timestamps

[02:50] - Establishing your current business model
[03:24] - Identifying your perfect customer
[04:27] - How much money did you bring in this year?
[04:50] - Percentage of online revenue
[05:41] - Total costs for the year
[06:18] - Top 3 sources of costs for this year
[10:20] - Number of email subscribers
[11:45] - 3 biggest traffic sources
[14:35] - Biggest struggles this year
[16:40] - The tasks you can start delegating

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Being clear on your avatar
Identifying what your top 3 sources of costs were this year
Why it’s important to check your number of email subscribers on a monthly basis
Double down on what is working
Figuring out what your biggest struggles were this year
Why it’s important to delegate

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Dec 07, 2020

00:37:51

When the pandemic first began, Pat Flynn made the decision to start a daily streaming show (including the weekends!) on YouTube to get people together and simply just to have fun while we’re all at home!

In this episode, Pat joins the show to discuss how the show has enabled him to reach new people and bring them into his ecosystem, as well as turning them into paying customers! Tune in to find out how you can utilize live video to serve and sell.

Episode Timestamps

[05:26] - Why Pat started the Income Stream Show
[13:00] - What makes Pat feel valuable to his community
[14:15] - How to come up with ideas for social media
[23:45] - The affect the pandemic has had on the way we think about life
[32:52] - Delegating tasks to focus on other things

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The main reason Pat started the Income Stream Show
Why being different to the competition will always win
Going the extra mile to create fun content
How the pandemic has affect our thinking in every way possible
Personal branding in 2021

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Nov 30, 2020

00:13:00

Being a personal brand entrepreneur means that you actually do not have any competitors, because there is only one you. Sure, there will be people in the same niche doing similar things, but they will never be able to ever replicate you.

In this episode, I talk about the easy way to beat competitors every time and the importance of always being 100% original. Tune in to find out my top strategies for always being authentic and why your audience will love you even more for it.

Episode Timestamps

[05:22] - When you’re building the Business of You, there is no real competition
[07:19] - The tendency to latch on to what everyone else is doing
[09:04] - There is no right way of doing things
[10:05] - Do something that is unmistakably you

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why you should never copy anyone else
How to build a frictionless business
As an entrepreneur, there isn’t a rulebook to follow
Show the real you and see how your audience reacts

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Nov 23, 2020

00:14:21

As entrepreneurs, we all have moments where we may lack momentum to get things done, and don’t worry, it’s completely normal to feel like this from time to time. There are many things that contribute to slowing down our momentum, but there are a few things we can do to prevent this from happening.

In this episode, I deep dive into the 30-day momentum checklist that I swear by doing every day to ensure I prevent those periods of feeling unmotivated as much as I possibly can. Tune in to find out how you can begin implementing these key strategies to your daily routine!

Episode Timestamps

[07:11] - Identify your non-negotiables
[07:41] - Lean into things that have been working
[08:30] - How bad do you want to make it work
[09:47] - Consider where the lack of momentum is coming from

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Every entrepreneur should have a set of non-negotiables
Double down on things that have been working well for your business
Think about what you need to do in order to achieve your goals
Identify why you may have the lack of momentum to do certain tasks

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Nov 16, 2020

00:11:10

We can’t hustle forever. There comes a time when we eventually have to start winding it back and taking it easy. There’s no time to be wishing that you had done certain things, or wished things went differently, you’re in control of what you want your legacy and impact to be.

In this episode, I discuss exactly what legacy and impact means for personal brand entrepreneurs. Tune in to find out exactly why now is the time for you to start working towards building your legacy.

Episode Timestamps

[03:47] - Your legacy and impact is not about you
[05:13] - How Zig Ziglar’s legacy is still making an impact today
[05:56] - What it takes to have a lasting legacy
[08:19] - What happens when you make your life’s work about helping other people

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Your personal brand will fade away if it’s all about you
Think about how you can consistently over-deliver for your community
It should always be about helping other people
People will become devoted and loyal to you

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Nov 09, 2020

00:17:19

Youpreneurship is the idea of building a business around you, your personality and expertise, but most importantly, building a business that is not reliant on you.

In this episode, I deep dive into the 5 key stages of Youpreneurship, also what I call the ‘Business of You’. Tune in to find out exactly what they are and how you can start implementing these strategies into your business.

Episode Timestamps

[02:40] - Definition of the ‘Business of You’
[03:30] - Building your audience
[04:52] - Amplifying your message
[06:06] - Leveraging your community
[09:25] - Creating a passive income stream

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The importance of consistently showing up for your audience
Spread your message by being seen as the expert of your niche
How writing a book is a great way to further serve your community
Why every entrepreneur should be creating a passive income stream

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Nov 02, 2020

00:12:11

Not everybody can build and run a business. In order to do it, you have to be willing to put the extra work and hours in, and you must think long-term and not just about the next 5 years.

In this episode, I share 2 main strategies I’ve been using for the past 10 years that have enabled me to build a future-proof personal brand business. Tune in to find out what they are so that you can start working towards doing likewise!

Episode Timestamps

[03:22] - One very important question to ask yourself
[06:18] - Build a business for its own sake
[07:24] - Be adaptable to a changing business landscape
[08:37] - Make use of the tools that are available to you

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

Why it’s so important to plan long-term
Build a business because you dream about running that business
To build and grow a business, you must be flexible
People want to do business with other people

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Oct 26, 2020

00:32:00

You’ve probably heard many people say that consistency pays off, and it’s one hundred percent true. Success doesn’t happen overnight, it takes time and requires consistently showing up for your audience.

In this episode, I invite Mike Morrison of the Membership Guys to discuss how he and his partner, Callie (also co-founder of the Membership Guys) has built an extremely successful 7-figure business and how being consistent has played a huge part in the journey. Tune in to hear Mike and Callie’s story of building a brand through consistency.

Episode Timestamps

[08:59] - How the Membership Guys started
[12:08] - The one focal point that Mike and Callie have stuck to for the last 5 years
[15:46] - The behind the scenes of running an event
[24:58] - Why Mike’s podcast is purely evergreen content

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

The importance of sticking to the same business mission
How running an event meant losing focus on membership related projects
Producing evergreen content is always better than jumping on current trends
Why showing up is so vital for entrepreneurs

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