Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success.
Today we’re going to be talking about the importance of accountability and having key people in your life that can help you do that.
Some highlights include:
When you commit to something while having other people hold you accountable, you’re going to get more done than ever before. (minute 1:00)
When you find somebody that’s like-minded and on the same mission to take their business and life to that next level, it can do some incredible things for your business. (minute 3:00)
For the last 11 years, I’ve always had a coach. I’ve made a commitment to myself that I was going to find someone who was doing what I wanted to do that could help me get there faster. When I decided to start an online business, I went to a small workshop to learn from someone who was killing it in the online space. Following someone who knows what they’re doing is better than starting it alone. (minute 4:00)
Find an accountability partner who you check in with every single week. Share your wins with them, your learning lessons (don’t call them losses), what you’re working on, and your goals for next week. The best advice I can give you is to find a go-getter. Find someone you admire and you know is always doing big stuff, somebody who you think “can I keep up with them?” (minute 5:00)
Join a mastermind group — a group of people who have a common objective in mind and they work together to achieve it. I’ve been involved in many mastermind groups throughout the years and I 100% believe that you need to get involved. (minute 6:00)
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Melissa Cassera is an LA-based screenwriter and award-winning marketing consultant. She was named one of the nations Top Personal Branding Experts by Huffington Post and her insights have been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS and Fox News as well as in Glamour, Redbook, Fast Company and Forbes. She is the creator of an online training program called OBSESSED that helps business owners, writers, and entertainers build raving, obsessed fan bases.
In this episode, Melissa and Stacy discuss the importance of developing personal connections with your audience.
Some highlights include:
“I was a bit of a reluctant entrepreneur.” At minute 1:00, Melissa talks about her journey into the world of entrepreneurship.
“I have always believed that the mark of a great entrepreneur is how you navigate the dips and the slumps in your business.” At minute 6:00, Melissa talks about how important it is to be resilient in your business.
“The more you can make one-to-one connections with people, the better.” At minute 11:00, Melissa talks about how important it is to take the time to develop personal connections in the virtual world.
Take pleasure breaks and keep a work activity journal. At minute 14:00, Melissa talks about the importance of work/life balance and two strategies that work well for her.
“Focus your time on where your brilliance is.” At minute 18:00, Melissa talks about the importance of delegation in both your professional and personal life.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
In her career Judy has led both public and private companies as CEO, and served in management positions at Fortune 500 companies.
She is on the advisory boards of Illuminate VC, Pereg VC, and Springboard Enterprises. Judy previously served as a managing director of Golden Seeds Angel Network and as a member of the faculty of Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Small Business Program.
Judy’s book, How to Be a Power Connector: the 5+50+150 Rule, was named the #1 business book of 2014 by Inc. She has been profiled in Entrepreneur, Vogue, Fast Company, Forbes, CBS, Huffington Post, and Bloomberg Businessweek.
In this episode, Judy and Stacy discuss why it’s so important to have a diverse network & going out of your way to help other people.
Some highlights include:
“They can break you, but they can’t eat you.” At minute 1:00, Judy talks about the moment she made the commitment to kick fear to the curb and do whatever it took to save her business.
Open yourself to criticism & get out of your comfort zone. At minute 4:00, Judy talks about an important life lesson that she learned while in graduate school.
There are no lack of resources out there. At minute 7:00, Judy talks about how important it is to establish what your goal is and find the resources to help you get there.
Surround yourself with people who have your back. At minute 10:00, Judy talks about the importance of having a strong, deep & diverse network.
Everything you do says who you are. At minute 16:00, Judy talks about going out of your way to add value and help other people.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success.
Do you know why most people fail with their goals? Keep that question in the back of your mind when I tell you about a call that I had around 6 months ago – it was a consult with a small business owner. We started to peel back, layer by layer where she was in her business and where she wanted to be. And like most of the passionate entrepreneurs that I work with, she wanted to have a six figure business and she wanted it now. However, there were many gaps that she needed to fill before she could get there.
Today, we’re going to be talking about how important it is to take the time to create a strategy to succeed.
Some highlights include:
When I can hear it in someone’s voice that they want to give up, my heart is breaking for those people. That was part of the reason why I wrote my book “Is Your Business Worth Saving.” I’m hoping and praying that I can help people turn their business from a struggle to success, but it doesn’t happen overnight. (minute 4:00)
Most entrepreneurs these days create these big, bold goals without taking the time to create a strategy and honor the steps that go into each phase. It literally equals deliberately setting yourself up for failure. I’m not asking you to play it small or set these realistic goals – I want you to dream big, I don’t want you to play small. I’m all about expanding your vision and dreaming as big as you can, but then that dream also has be broken down into bite size goals so that you can effortlessly achieve it. (minute 4:00)
I love when people dream big and say their goal is seven figures and that’s amazing, but let’s make sure that we hit four, five and six before we start hitting seven. (minute 6:00)
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Stacey Brown Randall has one focus in life.
To help business owners avoid business failure.
She knows – she’s been there, done that and got the t-shirt.
What Stacey learned when her first business failed and through years of researching successful business owners – is now what is making all the difference with her current business success. And she is sharing all of her secrets.
Stacey’s online programs and live coaching provide a blueprint to follow to take control of your referrals, client experience, business and days. She focuses on helping solopreneurs and small business owners to increase sales through sticky clients and unleashing a referral explosion in your business without asking for referrals.
Stacey is a three-time entrepreneur, certified productivity and time efficiency coach, has a background in sales and marketing, is an adjunct professor, and an aspiring author.
Stacey received her Masters in Organizational Communication and is married with three kids, a 8-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter. She and her husband also welcomed the newest member to their family as they have the privilege of raising their 8-year-old nephew.
In this episode, Stacey and Stacy discuss the importance of having a referral strategy.
Some highlights include:
“You have to touch business development every day.” At minute 4:00, Stacey shares three things that she learned that went wrong with her first business failure.
Learn how to get referrals by NOT asking. At minute 7:00, Stacey shares her referral strategy and why you must make sure to have relationships with people who can and will refer you.
Be worth referring. At minute 10:00, Stacey talks about how important it is to create a great client experience.
Stay authentic to who you are. At minute 11:00, Stacey talks about her three platinum principles and why it’s so important to stay true to yourself.
Figure out how to scale your business. At minute 17:00, Stacey talks about the importance of learning how to scale your business.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Heather Ann Havenwood, CEO of Havenwood Worldwide, LLC and Chief Sexy Boss, is a serial entrepreneur and is regarded as a top authority on internet marketing, business strategies and marketing.
Since marketing her first online business in 1999, bringing together clients and personal coaches, she has played an active role in the online marketing world since before most even had a home computer. In 2006 she started, developed and grew an online information marketing publishing company from ground zero to over $1 million in sales in less than 12 months. Starting without a list, a product, a name or an offer, Heather Ann molded her client into a successful guru now known as an expert in his field.
Heather Ann has been named by a few as an ‘Icon Creator’ or the ‘Wizard Behind the Curtain’. She has instructed, coached and promoted hundreds of entrepreneurs leading them down the path to success. She has produced and managed over 350 seminars and events and hosted tele-seminars with many top online thought leaders such as Richard Flint, John Alanis, Susan Bratton, Alicia Lyttle, Tom Antion, Alex Mandossian, Legend Joe Sugarman, Anthony Blake, David Lakhani, Robert Shemin and many others.
Heather Ann currently is the Author of…”Sexy Boss: How the empowerment of women is changing the Rule Book for sex, money and success” and “The Game of Dating and How to Play it: A rule book for divorced men stepping back into the game.” Heather Ann Havenwood is smart, sexy, savvy and now stepping out from behind the curtain to educate, enlighten and empower women entrepreneurs to grow or start an online business and live a fearless and fulfilled life. Heather Havenwood Be You! Be REAL! Be the BOSS of your LIFE!
In this episode, Heather and Stacy discuss the importance of knowing your audience.
Some highlights include:
“I fell into entrepreneurship on accident.” At minute 2:00, Heather talks about how she got started in the world of entrepreneurship.
Understand the art & science of copywriting. At minute 5:00, Heather talks about why every business owner needs to learn about copywriting.
At minute 9:00, Heather talks about how she helps people take their “mess” and turn it into a clear & concise message.
Get clear on who your audience is. At minute 13:00, Heather talks about the importance of getting clear on your niche market.
The more you give, the more you get back. At minute 20:00, Heather talks about how podcasting can add value to your business.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success.
I’m a big planner. I have systems for everything, and I make no exceptions when preparing for the upcoming year. I know it’s still 2016. However, 2017 is right around the corner and you better be thinking about it. Today, we’re going to be talking about five simple steps to help you start your year off with a bang and setting yourself up for six or seven figure success.
Some highlights include:
The first step is learning to step into your vision and get clear as day about your desires – no matter how small or big they are. (minute 4:00).
The second step is how to break your big vision into small chunks that can actually be achievable and get done. (minute 4:00)
The third step is taking a 360-degree look at your business and yourself – analyze that play field and come out stronger and truer than ever before. (minute 5:00)
The fourth step is kicking off 2017 with a rock solid game plan. (minute 6:00)
The fifth step is to develop a six or seven figure success mindset. (minute 6:00)
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Diane Gardner is an expert tax coach, Quilly award recipient, and best-selling author whose proactive planning approach gives clients a leg up on Uncle Sam and helps them dodge the tax bullet. Diane saves small business clients between $5,000 and $50,000 in as little as 60 minutes!
Her tax coaching sessions have resulted in a combined savings of over $700,000 to-date — hard-earned profits small business owners would have given to the government by overpaying taxes.
Leaving no deduction or credit unexamined, Diane ensures professionals like you pay the least amount of taxes allowed by law.
As a licensed Enrolled Agent, Diane prepares returns and helps taxpayers nationwide maximize profits and tax savings. She is a Certified Profit First Professional, an Accredited Tax Preparer and has elite certification as a Certified Tax Coach.
Diane is the co-author of the best-selling books, “Stand Apart” and “Why Didn’t My CPA Tell Me That?” She has also authored six other books including her newest, “Stop Overpaying Your Taxes! 11 Ways Entrepreneurs Overpay and How to Stop it Now!”
She created the nationwide Get Off the Wheel Practice Management Solutions for Accountants and leads the Business Breakthrough Mastermind Group in her hometown of Rathdrum, Idaho.
Diane enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter and grandson in her spare time. She is active in her church, community organizations and several local Chambers of Commerce.
In this episode, Diane and Stacy discuss how to help entrepreneurs save money by being proactive with their tax planning.
Some highlights include:
“I had to learn how to market.” At minute 2:00, Diane talks about how she reinvented her business after the recession.
Learn how to control your calendar. At minute 4:00, Diane talks about how important it is to schedule time on your calendar for projects & tasks.
“A little bit of planning saves a lot of money.” At minute 6:00, Diane talks about some common mistakes that entrepreneurs make with their taxes.
Hire your kids to work in your business. At minute 7:00, Diane talks about some of the important lessons entrepreneurs can teach their kids by pulling them into their business.
Build a team. At minute 15:00, Diane talks about the importance of building a high level, star quality team around yourself.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
John Bowen is a successful entrepreneur and the founder of four multi-million dollar businesses, including CEG Worldwide, AESNation.com, and Financial Advisor Select.
He is widely recognized as a leader in the financial services industry. He currently coaches hundreds of top financial advisors on how to serve their affluent clients even more effectively. He is a prolific podcaster and author with more than 15 books to his name and is a regular columnist for The Huffington Post and Financial Planning.
In this episode, John and Stacy discuss some valuable lessons that he’s learned as an entrepreneur that you can apply to your business.
Some highlights include:
“…at that moment, I decided to be a financial advisor, really helping families so that no family went through what we did.” At minute 1:00, John talks about the moment he knew he wanted to become a financial advisor.
“There has never been a better time to become an entrepreneur.” At minute 4:00, John talks about how much opportunity there is to create wealth by serving other people.
“As entrepreneurs, we’re always trying to save money.” At minute 8:00, John talks about an important lesson that he learned in his business as well as the value of mastermind groups.
Work-life balance is important. At minute 13:20, John talks about work-life balance and his belief that we’re in business not for more business, but rather to build and support the quality of life that we want.
Create credibility and authority. At minute 16:20, John talks about the importance of online marketing.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success.
Should you hire family members to work in your business? Liz asked me this question because she knows that I work with my sister, and Liz was curious if a similar situation would work for her. My sister Jamie is the general manager of my performing arts academies and we have been working together for probably 6 years or more now. So today, I’m going to share with you the ups and downs, the pros and the cons.
Some highlights include:
You need to have specific roles and be very clear of who does what. Don’t step on each other’s toes because that can go very bad very quickly. (minute 3:00)
Pick your battles. I love everything my way and in the beginning I would always say no we do it this way, but then Jamie had said to me that for me to not be involved in everything, I had to trust her to make decisions. And she was absolutely right. (minute 4:00)
Communication is key, but don’t over communicate. You have to trust each other and not oversee everything. (minute 5:00)
Now am I saying yes you should absolutely hire family? No, not exactly. I think there are some family members that can make it work and then some that I don’t think would be a good idea. Do you and your family member that you’d work with have complementary personalities or are you the same person? I can’t imagine working with someone just like me. (minute 6:00)
Before you hire, I highly suggest talking about important things like pay, raises, time off, etc. If you’re at the stage of your business where you’re not making much money yet, do you want your family member to make as little as you do? If so, you should probably make them a business partner and not an employee. (minute 7:00)
There are a lot of reasons you can probably think for not hiring family members, but for me, I could never trust anyone like I trust my sister. I know Jamie always has my business as her number one priority, and she treats it like it’s her business and that is honestly priceless. (minute 9:00)
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Eleanor Beaton is an award-winning entrepreneur, women’s leadership coach and personal branding consultant, and she was named by entrepreneurial guru for women Ali Brown as one to watch in the women’s leadership space.
In 2016, she was named as one of 8 global advisors to the Visiting Women’s Executive Exchange Program at the Yale School of Management. She is also a 2016 nominee for an RBC Women of Influence Entrepreneur of the Year Award.
She has worked one on one with some of the country’s most notable women including celebrity entrepreneur and investor Arlene Dickinson, Order of Canada recipient and former Home Depot president Annette Verschuren, Rich Dad, Poor Dad co-founder and leading financial literacy expert Sharon Lechter and many others.
Eleanor works with ambitious professional women in two main areas. She helps established women tell their stories and create authentic, knock-out personal brands in order to unlock the very top level of success.
She helps emerging women leaders and entrepreneurs cultivate the leadership skills and executive presence they need to be taken seriously as a leader in order to reap the rewards they deserve.
A former journalist and speechwriter, Eleanor won numerous top journalism prizes for her coverage of fast growing, women-led companies. She started her career in advertising, where she helped manage multi-million dollar accounts for top brands.
Eleanor is a graduate of the United World College of the American West, the University of Toronto, and the University of King’s College.
In this episode, Eleanor and Stacy discuss creating a business that allows you to live your life with freedom and flexibility.
Some highlights include:
“I was an accidental entrepreneur.” At minute 1:00, Eleanor talks about jumping into entrepreneurship because she moved out the the country and didn’t want to sacrifice her ambition.
“You’ve got to have fire in your belly.” At minute 4:00, Eleanor talks about the burning passion that being an entrepreneur requires.
“Cash is to your business as blood is to your body.” At minute 6:00, Eleanor talks about the function of cash in your business.
The audience has to be just right. At minute 14:00, Eleanor talks about how she builds her speaking schedule, what events she agrees to, and which ones she doesn’t.
“The solopreneur model is not a lifestyle business.” At minute 22:00, Eleanor talks about why it’s so important to build out your team, especially your sales team.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Jon is a Facebook marketing coach, author, speaker and strategist. He became an early user of Facebook for business purposes while working for the National Basketball Association in 2007. Jon launched Jon Loomer Digital in late 2011, and in little more than a year established JonLoomer.com as well as his Facebook page as go-to resources for Facebook marketing research, guides and tutorials.
In this episode, Jon and Stacy discuss building a business that gives you the freedom and flexibility to live your life and give your family the stability you want.
Some highlights include:
“I was laid off twice in two and a half years.” At minute 1:00, Jon talks about why he decided to stop moving his family around and decided to start his business.
When you write, you learn about yourself. At minute 5:00, Jon talks about how he grew his business through one of his biggest strengths: writing.
Work-life balance doesn’t mean spending all of your time with your family. At minute 13:00, Jon talks about why you need to spend time with the people that matter to you but also need to spend enough time in your business to continually challenge yourself.
Do what you’re good at and delegate everything else. At minute 17:00, Jon talks about his team and what he delegates.
You have to experiment. At minute 24:00, Jon talks about how to figure out what is going to work for you and your business and why you shouldn’t worry if something doesn’t work immediately.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success.
I recently got back from an industry specific event and it was such a great refresher. It was also a big wake up call because I realized that I needed to really stay on top of the systems that get used in my business. We’ve all heard people say work on your business, not in your business, and I make that a reality. However, systems can get really dated and not as effective when you aren’t the one physically doing it anymore. So all of sudden you watch someone do something they way you said to do it and you realized that the system is two years old and it needs updating.
Some highlights include:
You need to be involved in industry specific events as well as events that deal with a bunch of different industries. At industry specific events, you will learn best practices for your industry, but by going to events that deal with multiple industries, you will pick up ideas from other industries that you can implement in your own. Your competition might not have these ideas, so it’s a great way to stand out. (minute 1:00)
I have been very, very busy, personally and professionally, and I slacked a little bit on going to any industry specific events. When I attended one recently, I learned about how important it is to check your systems annually. (minute 3:00)
Even if you can’t attend an event for personal or professional reasons, send someone to the event. Send someone who will take the notes for you and bring back great ideas. But make sure you send the right person. Some employees get overwhelmed and others get excited. (minute 5:00)
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Alease is an online marketing & branding coach, marketing professor, and best-selling author of “Greatness Is In the Comeback.”
She has over 17+ years of experience in marketing, business development, and leadership training. She’s can actually say she’s an entrepreneur, but a few years back she actually had no idea what she was doing. Because of her struggles, Alease now has an unrelenting commitment to helping other women entrepreneurs create thriving brands so that they can increase their incomes, get more clients, and achieve success in their personal and business lives.
Alease has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs in a dozen of industries like wellness & health providers, boutique owners, realtors, financial planners, fashion designers, beauty professionals, chefs, pastors, and music artists.
She’s been featured in Somerset Studio, Creative Loafing, Charlotte Observer, Ai In Site, Pride Magazine, Uptown Magazine,WSOC TV, Success Stalkers Radio, Biz Chix Podcast & Business Women Rock as well awarded Faculty of the Year, Ai Leader Spotlight, and Goodwill Outstanding Community Leader.
Her products, workshops, and coaching style is creative, straight forward, and easy to implement into your busy life.
In this episode, Alease and Stacy discuss becoming an entrepreneur to take back your life.
Some highlights include:
“I was demoted.” At minute 1:00, Alease talks about the devastating career event that made her decide to jump into business for herself.
Not everything is a strength for everyone. At minute 4:00, Alease talks about her ability to break down complex things into simple steps that anyone can follow.
Facebook technology is great for boosting your visibility. At minute 8:00, Alease talks about the growth she’s seen in her business because of Facebook ads and Facebook Live.
Focus on what you enjoy doing. At minute 13:00, Alease talks about why she delegates the cleaning of her house and a lot of her social media work.
“I love the freedom.” At minute 15:00, Alease talks about the benefits and challenges she finds from being an entrepreneur.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Patrick J. McGinnis is a venture capitalist and private equity investor who founded Dirigo Advisors, after a decade on Wall Street, to provide strategic advice to investors, entrepreneurs, and fast growing businesses. In this capacity, he has worked in a range of settings, from building startups from the ground up in Silicon Valley to acting as an expert consultant to the World Bank in Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East. He is the author of “The 10% Entrepreneur,” published by Penguin Portfolio Books.
In this episode, Patrick and Stacy discuss getting into entrepreneurship the right way, which doesn’t always mean going in all the way from the very beginning.
Some highlights include:
“I lost my faith in the idea of working for big, safe companies.” At minute 1:00, Patrick talks about the event that made him decide to go into business for himself.
Diversify your career. At minute 3:00, Patrick talks about his book “The 10% Entrepreneur” and why he believes you should run a business part time alongside your day job.
No one wants to tell you about the entrepreneur who went in debt and then failed. At minute 8:00, Patrick talks about who living out of your savings — or even worse — living off of credit cards — is a terrible idea.
Work-life balance is flexibility. At minute 16:00, Patrick talks about why, even though as an entrepreneur you’ll never accomplish everything, having a balance is key.
“I’m used to doing grunt work.” At minute 20:00, Patrick talks about learning to delegate.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success.
Today we’re going to be talking about the three steps that are really important when you are delegating. It’s not as simple as giving someone a list of things to do and they will magically have it delivered to you within 24 hours.
Some highlights include:
The first step is getting clear and organized with what you need to happen. If you don’t know what needs to get done, how is the other person you are trying to hold accountable supposed to know? (minute 1:00)
The second step is communicating with the person you are delegating with. You need to make sure you give them an opportunity to ask any questions before agreeing on it. Don’t make it one sided. (minute 3:00)
The third step is the follow up. When you come to an agreement, actually follow up at the time it’s supposed to be complete if you haven’t heard or received the completed project. Need some tools for keeping track and following up? At minute 4:00, I talk about the tools that I use.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Melissa Dawn is Coach & Founder OF CEO of Your Life.
Success comes in different flavours. As a life and business coach, Melissa helps entrepreneurs build a business that reflects their values and creates the lifestyle they crave. Her specialty is helping people transition out of their day jobs and into building businesses they are orgasmically joyful about. She left her successful career as a VP and an award-winning specialist in business and marketing because she wasn’t fully satisfied with just creating successful products, marketing campaigns and surpassing sales objectives, she wanted to be of greater service to others to help business owners build and run businesses not just with their head but by tapping into their heart and gut as well.
Melissa is a regular contributor to the Huffington Post and Entrepreneur.com. She is also a certified coach and trained energy practitioner. Her CEO of Your Life coaching program attracts professionals and entrepreneurs from around the world.
In this episode, Melissa and Stacy discuss how to navigate the balance of starting a business while you’re still working a job. When is the right time to go into the business full time?
Some highlights include:
“I just can’t do this anymore.” At minute 1:00, Melissa talks about why she quit her day job when she was first growing her business even though she wanted to make some extra money before jumping in full time.
Find where your people are hanging out and go there. At minute 8:00, Melissa explains why she could live off of LinkedIn alone and have a very good income.
Every Sunday, schedule your week out. At minute 10:00, Melissa talks about why having a plan is the secret for finding your work-life balance.
“If you can outsource it cheaper — do it.” At minute 13:00, Melissa talks about why she delegates a lot, including the cleaning of her house.
“There’s not someone who knows everything.” At minute 17:00, Melissa talks about the benefits and challenges of entrepreneurship.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Vidal Cisneros Jr. has keynoted conferences and held author book talks with an inspiring message of perseverance. Vidal’s story has been featured in, The Huffington Post, The Good Men Project, NBC’s “The Morning Blend,” and in Chicken Soup for the Soul. Vidal is a contributor for Chicken soup for the soul. Vidal also hosts a top-ranked iTunes podcast which features TEDx speakers, best-selling authors, and world renowned consultants.
In this episode, Vidal and Stacy discuss what it takes to battle through significant obstacles and why you absolutely can do it.
Some highlights include:
“I was lost.” At minute 1:00, Vidal talks about deciding to leave his stagnant career in construction and hiring a mentor.
No matter what happens in life, you can get through it. At minute 4:00, Vidal talks about making it through divorce, foreclosure, and bankruptcy all at the same time.
“I 100% believe it is a myth.” At minute 10:00, Vidal talks about why he believes work-life balance doesn’t exist. He also shares some thoughts on making sure your energy goes into the right avenues.
Outsourcing is so important. At minute 17:00, Vidal talks about why you need to take away the things that deplete your energy.
“I love serving others and helping people when they need it the most.” At minute 19:00, Vidal talks about the things he loves about being an entrepreneur as well as the challenges that come along with it.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success.
I’ve recently been working on my media kit, and while working on it I’ve been thinking a lot about credibility. Of course we need credibility, but are we too focused on it? Today we’re going to be digging deep on this topic.
Some highlights include:
Credibility is all about someone else saying you’re amazing. Think about it. What would make you more likely to work with me? Would you do it because I said I’m amazing? Or would you rather hear that I’m amazing from one of my clients? (minute 1:00)
There was a time where I was very focused on winning an award with my dance studio. I wasted a lot of time working on winning an award that nobody cares about, and I lost. I should have been focused on gaining more customers. (minute 2:00)
Most people who go to your website won’t leave the home page. Anything that you want people to know about you, put on the home page. (minute 5:00)
Share what you need to be sharing with everyone because you never know when someone might be hearing or reading you for the first time. (minute 7:00)
You can leave out what you aren’t good at. Don’t lie, but don’t talk about what you’re not good at. You wouldn’t invite me over to your spotless kitchen and tell me your bedroom is messy. (minute 9:00)
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Chris Guillebeau is a writer, traveler, and entrepreneur. In 2013 he completed a 10-year quest to visit every country in the world before his 35th birthday. Every summer in Portland, Oregon he hosts the World Domination Summit, a gathering of creative, remarkable people. His new book, “Born for This,” will help you find the work you were meant to do.
In this episode, Chris and Stacy discuss building a business that truly fits the life you want to lead and some of the options that you have. You don’t need your business to reflect anyone’s ideals but your own!
Some highlights include:
“I was 19, and I didn’t want to work for anyone else.” At minute 1:00, Chris talks about jumping into entrepreneurship because he wanted to work but didn’t want a boss. He also talks about how his career has evolved since that time.
People have different learning styles. At minute 8:00, Chris talks about why a formal mentorship might not be the best strategy for every person starting a business.
Have a healthy life and do work you love doing. At minute 10:00, Chris talks about why work-life balance is a great thing to strive for but might not exist in exactly the ways we think of because the term has been co-opted by corporations.
“I don’t have any desire to have a lot of employees.” At minute 15:00, Chris talks about why he keeps his team small and how they are able to put on World Domination Summit by adding a team for that event only.
Forge your own destiny. At minute 20:00, Chris talks about why he loves being an entrepreneur and the challenges that come along with it.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Kate Swoboda (a.k.a. Kate Courageous) is the author of the Courageous Living Program, founder of the Courageous Living Coach Certification, and creator of YourCourageousLife.com, where she defines courage as feeling afraid, diving in anyway, and transforming. Her approach combines straight-shooting, pragmatic wisdom with playfully poking at self-imposed limitations of who you are and what’s truly possible for you.
Kate was deemed one of the top 50 bloggers making a difference in fitness, health, and happiness by Greatist. She’s written for Entrepreneur, The Intelligent Optimist, The Daily Love, ProBlogger, MindBodyGreen, Lifetime Moms, and has been breakout session speaker at the World Domination Summit.
Her first book with publisher New Harbinger will be on shelves in 2017.
In this episode, Kate and Stacy discuss what it takes to build a business that works for you and why you shouldn’t jump into it too quickly.
Some highlights include:
“Where do I sign?” At minute 2:00, Kate talks about why being a business coach had always appealed to her and how it transformed from a hobby into something much more substantial.
“Fearless is a myth.” At minute 6:00, Kate talks about creating habitual courage.
You have to build yourself a runway. At minute 9:00, Kate talks about the dangers of quitting your job too early.
“It depends on how you like to work.” At minute 17:00, Kate gives her perspective on the work-life balance debate and how she schedules her time.
Keep your eyes on your own paper. At minute 27:00, Kate talks about not comparing yourself to other business owners because you don’t know what’s behind that business.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Linda McMahon is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Women’s Leadership LIVE. Her company uses live events and ongoing mentorships to educate and inspire women to launch and expand their own businesses, advance their careers toward executive roles, and pursue opportunities for leadership in public service. Linda is also a co-founder and former chief executive officer of WWE — on the New York Stock Exchange as WWE. She stepped down as CEO in 2009 to run for the U.S. Senate and was the Republican nominee to represent the people of Connecticut in 2010 and 2012. As CEO, Linda helped grow WWE from a modest, 13-person operation to a publicly traded global enterprise with more than 800 employees in offices worldwide. Linda has been widely recognized as one of the country’s top female executives and for her numerous philanthropic contributions including the company’s “Get R.E.A.L.” educational and literacy programs and The Make-A-Wish Foundation recognized WWE as a top wish granter.
In this episode, Linda and Stacy discuss her event Women’s Leadership LIVE and what you need to know about hosting a live event.
Some highlights include:
“Our conference is called a different conference.” At minute 2:00, Linda talks about her upcoming Women’s Leadership LIVE event in Salt Lake City, Utah that runs from October 13-15. You will learn about a number of the amazing things that will be going on.
“Our 30-minute appointment turned into a four-hour session, and I said ‘I want in.’” At minute 7:00, Linda talks about the women she partnered up with to create this event and how it all came together.
Use social media to your advantage. At minute 13:00, Linda talks about the social media strategies that they’ve used to promote the live event and attract attendees.
It takes a team to put together a live event. At minute 14:00, Linda talks about the main team that planned her event and all the additional employees that will be on hand during the event.
Underpromise and overdeliver. At minute 17:00, Linda talks about how to treat your attendees so that they stay connected after the event.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Dana is a mother, author, business & content strategist, coach, podcaster, and blind spot reducer. Dana is the author of “Boss Mom: The Ultimate Guide to Raising a Business & Nurturing Your Family Like a Pro,” and the founder of the Boss Mom Movement. She serves Boss Moms who yearn for more time and less guilt when it comes to building their business and raising their family by providing the tools they need to get more out of their content and business without sacrificing their family goals.
When she is not creating new courses or building new strategy tools for creative entrepreneurs, she can be found chasing her son on the beach, watching her daughter take her first steps, or thinking of the next fun new family adventure.
In this episode, Dana and Stacy discuss how you can handle a growing business at the same time as building a family.
Some highlights include:
“I spent the first year not knowing what on earth I was doing.” At minute 1:00, Dana talks about immediately getting pregnant after starting Boss Mom, how she made it through that first year, and what her life has been like ever since.
“I’m okay with shouldering the risk of my decisions.” At minute 11:00, Dana talks about being decisive and why people call her an “action coach.”
Before you hire a coach, you need to be ready for them. At minute 18:00, Dana talks about hiring a coach at a time when she just wasn’t ready to fully utilize the coach’s wisdom.
The idea of balance is exhausting. At minute 24:00, Dana talks about why she doesn’t even think about work-life balance. Instead, Dana thinks about conscious integration.
“I get to do whatever I want.” At minute 29:00, Dana talks about what she loves about being an entrepreneur and the challenges that come with that career choice.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Katie Krimitsos is the Founder of Biz Women Rock, a community and education provider for business women around the globe who want to grow their companies. Her podcast Biz Women Rock provides personal business interviews, pertinent topics, and actionable information that help her community thrive in their businesses. And her online courses help women in all aspects of building a successful company. Simultaneously, Katie and her husband Chris run a local entrepreneurs organization called the Tampa Bay Business Owners, a peer community that offers education and collaboration to its members. She and Chris also put on the international podcasting conference, Podfest, and founded the Florida Podcasters Association (they kinda like podcasting!) She is a lover of travel, animals (she has two pet parrots!), the water, and is amazingly in love with her very first child, Sedona.
In this episode, Katie and Stacy discuss what it takes to be both a mom and entrepreneur and be successful in both.
Some highlights include:
“I just fell in love with entrepreneurs.” At minute 4:00, Katie talks about how her experience with Tampa Bay Business Owners kicked off her interest in becoming an entrepreneur and how and why she decided to start Biz Women Rock based on that experience.
You have to be willing to adjust. At minute 7:00, Katie talks about making plans but being willing to evolve from them.
You absolutely need someone looking in on your business. At minute 13:00, Katie talks about why, if you want to achieve something, you need someone there holding you accountable.
“It is a big fallacy!” At minute 22:00, Katie talks about why she doesn’t believe in work-life balance but does believe in work-life management.
“I really love — LOVE — that I have the freedom to do what I want, when I want.” At minute 28:00, Katie talks about what she loves about being an entrepreneur.
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!
Stacy Tuschl is a speaker, business coach, and the owner of The Academy of Performing Arts in Wisconsin. She is the author of the book “Is Your Business Worth Saving?” where she reveals proven strategies for pulling entrepreneurs out of a rut and launching them toward business success.
We all deal with self-doubt, or the imposter syndrome. You know the feeling — why would anyone listen to me? Often when I’m talking with coaching clients or friends that are starting in business, this comes up, and I deal with it myself.
People always think I’m so confident and these questions don’t’ go through my mind. But believe me, oh my goodness, I can’t tell you enough how often I think these same things over and over again. Every time I achieve something, another amazing opportunity comes my way but I get nervous about what will people think.
So, today we’re going to be talking about getting out of your comfort zone to push the imposter syndrome aside.
Some highlights include:
My first business ever was starting a dance studio, and I was incredibly nervous about what people would say, especially because I had only been a dancer for three years when I started to teach it. I sucked it up, and now that business grosses over a million dollars a year. (minute 1:00)
I was also really nervous about writing my book. I was sure my friends and family would say“who is she to write a book?” In reality, they were really supportive, and now I’m an international bestseller. (minute 2:00)
“Am I really worth this?” The more you raise your rates, the better clientele you get to work with. So, as much as you think you aren’t worth the higher price — you are. (minute 3:00)
It is really important to understand the value of hiring experts, like coaches, copywriters, and designers. I used to think that I could never spend $500/month on a coach. I thought that I had too much to invest in, and I just couldn’t afford one. But what I realized — and thankfully at a young age — was I can’t afford not to have a coach. (minute 6:00)
*Business Rescue Road Map may be an affiliate or receive compensation from some of the business listed for referrals, as their “thank you” for sending you their way. However, we would never recommend any product or service unless we personally love the product and have great things to say about it. Our reputation is at stake and we would not jeopardize that!