E. 255: Back to Basics: Authority Machine
It’s every business owner’s dream: An email pops into your inbox from an excited prospect who is just dying to work with you. That doesn’t happen by accident. That only happens when you have put time and effort into building an entire ecosystem dedicated to attracting new people into your orbit.
E. 254: Back to Basics: Intensives
Today, I’m chatting with a badass business owner and entrepreneur whose approach is almost exactly the opposite of mine.
Justin Esgar has more ideas than he has time to implement them but he does it anyway, whether it’s parking a domain for later or putting T-shirt designs on Threadless and being delighted by every single $6 sale.
E. 253: Back to Basics: The Lead Product
Let’s go back to basics and talk about why you shouldn’t be giving away your strategy for free and what you need to do instead to get off the client-chasing hamster wheel.
E. 252: Carolyn Herfurth Helps High Achievers Break Their Own Ceilings
Carolyn Herfurth is a friend, colleague, and coach of mine who has helped me transform my business multiple times over the years. She is a genius at spotting opportunities and crafting new revenue streams for successful business owners who want to get to the next level, but don’t see a clear path.
E. 251: Mindset Shift #3: Be Decisive
When you’re the only person who can pat you on the back and validate that you’re doing the right things, it’s easy to get paralyzed by fear of making the wrong decisions. In this episode, I talk about how indecisiveness thwarts most small business owners, and what you can do to get past the fear and take action.
E. 250: Mindset Shift #2: Stupider People Have Done It
In this episode, I talk about the little mantra that has gotten me through some of the toughest times, from pounding the pavement as a real estate broker to conquering stage fright to starting No BS Agencies.
E. 249: Mindset Shift #1: Embrace the Right Kind of Hard
Cold, hard truth: Building a business is really hard and anyone who tells you differently is lying. No matter how much you love what you do or how experienced you are, there’s always more to learn, more to figure out, and new fires to put out. Let’s talk about the first and foundational mindset shift I want you to make. If it’s going to be hard no matter what, you might as well build the business you actually want.
E. 248: Behind-The-Scenes of Our May Retreat
I take you behind the scenes of one of the most anticipated events in the No BS world — our annual in-person retreat in Brooklyn, NY. If you’ve ever wondered what makes the No BS retreat feel like a business homecoming or you're craving a clearer path to a freedom-filled, profitable business, this one’s for you.
E. 247: My Night as a Rock Star
A few weeks ago, I did something that I never thought I would ever do in a million years. It was so out there that I can’t believe that it has come and gone and I did it. Here’s why I did it and why I’m so glad I did, not only for myself, but for my business and for all of you.
E. 246: Let's not mince words. AI is coming for your creative agency.
AI is changing everything. And yes, it’s already coming for your creative agency. But not everyone is at risk. Let’s talk about what you need to do in order to protect yourself from AI and any other future tech disruptions so that you'll always have a business in demand for clients.
E. 245: Selena Soo: Build Rich Relationships, Not Just a Network
Selena Soo is a 7-figure business mentor, who helps experts and authors reach millions with their message. In this episode, we talk about the insights from her new book Rich Relationships: Create a Million-Dollar Network for Your Business.
E. 244: The Economy Is Shaky. Perfect Time to Stand Out.
When the economy is in turmoil, a lot of business owners get really scared. This is understandable! Here’s why pulling back and shrinking down your business is not the answer.
E. 243: Gary Montalvo: Oprah’s Not Coming. Take the Damn Lead.
This episode is a loving kick in the pants for every creative, coach, or small biz owner who's stuck in "busy" but not making real moves. Gary’s blend of heart, humor, and no-BS wisdom will leave you thinking way differently about your business and yourself.
E. 242: But I Just Need to Make Money First
Many of us hold on to the idea that we need to make the money first before we can invest in ourselves. In this episode, I dive deep into why this is a major contradiction.
E. 241: But I Don't Have a Niche Yet!
Obsessing over your niche too early in your business can hold you back instead of helping you. If you think you have to be absolutely clear on your niche or your audience before you can put your name out there, you might be making a huge mistake that will set you back.
E. 240: But I Need a Website
If you’re waiting until your website or your branding is perfect before you make any other investment in your business, you are waiting too long.
E. 239: KyAlea Monma: From Corporate Overwork to Entrepreneurial Freedom
KyAlea Monma came into No BS Agencies Mastery firing on all cylinders and she has had incredible results with the actions she’s taken. She’s been a consistent example of how it is to show up for yourself, your business, and our community. It’s been truly inspiring to witness her journey and I’m excited for you to hear her story.
E. 238: Stop Making It More Complicated Than It Needs To Be
Perfectionism can be an incredible asset. But perfectionists can also get stuck repeating the “right” way of doing something, even when it’s inefficient or overly complicated. In this episode, I break down how you can simplify your business and free up space in your life.
E. 237: From Rock Bottom to $500K—And Why We Never Chased It Again
After our business collapsed in 2014, we managed to hit $500K in revenue. But we never again chased that milestone. In this episode, I explain why we changed our goals.
E. 236: Jason Knight's Bold Shift From Business Stress to Branding Success
Jason Knight shares his story and how he's used the No BS model to completely transform how he runs his business so that he can live a life of freedom and ease with his family.