Two girls, one mastermind: find out why Vicky and Misty are turning business get-togethers upside down – and why they're making travelling and masterminding affordable for EVERYONE. It's all very well saying you'll make a bazillion dollars from attending an event – but that's no good if you ain't got the moolah to make it in the first place. Tune in for shizzles, giggles, and the wisdom of Dr Seuss.
Key Takeaways:
[0:50] The next Breaking Bread Mastermind is upon us!
[1:35] Masterminding is one of the best ways to learn and network.
[3:25] Misty shares how the Breaking Bread Mastermind got started.
[5:00] Vicky and Misty wanted to make the mastermind accessible to anyone who might be under a budget constraint.
[7:10] Misty shares why she believes music can help awaken you.
[10:25] Get out there and try an open mic night to help build your ‘cadence’.
[12:45] Home cooked meals and drinking wine (or whatever) are what’s in store at this mastermind.
[17:35] Breaking Bread is all about creating intimate connections.
[20:20] In the UK and worried about the flight costs? It’s less than what you might think.
[22:45] There are limited seats available. Only 4 left, actually!
Mentioned in This Episode:
Vicky’s Business For Superheroes Book
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Vicky's in Cork (not court) without Joe, so she replaced him with a jetlagged Posh Punk: Julian Northbrook, aka Blossom. Julian teaches English as a second language, and has built a VERY successful business you can model – if you dare. Find out how he's making a grand a month with Kindle books – and how that's just the start of his business-building plan.
Key Takeaways:
[1:30] What does Julian do?
[3:15] How can Kindle help grow your business?
[4:15] What books has Julian published?
[5:30] The lead quality is very, very high after someone has purchased one of Julian’s books.
[5:55] Julian shares how YouTube has also helped his business.
[9:15] How does Julian structure his Kindle books?
[11:45] Julian started selling Kindle books only about 12 months ago and they’ve been gradually increasing month-by-month.
[13:45] How does Julian market his Kindle books?
[18:30] Each one of Julian’s books are an advertisement for his inner circle.
[20:55] Julian has even written a book called Magnetic Chit-Chat, and the entire introduction is about Vicky!
Mentioned in This Episode:
Vicky’s Business For Superheroes Book
This week, Vicky and Joe load up on damson gin and hurtle off in a totally different direction. Tune in for an aural tour of The Dingle, find out why Vicky is running this business of hers, and what she does when she's not podcasting or writing. This podcast also contains super-cute sheep and a VERY angry cat (seriously, the cat totally stomps on Vicky's profound idea and basically kills the podcast deader than a T-Rex). You'll get to pry into the secret life of The Dingle, and you'll learn the biggest lesson Vicky took from her brain melt-down of a few weeks ago.
Key Takeaways:
[1:20] Vicky and Joe share what they’ve been up to at The Dingle!
[4:50] When you’re a little too comfortable, you have no incentive to do anything.
[6:20] Vicky is starting to work with a life coach to help her get to the next step.
[8:00] When Vicky and Joe moved into the The Dingle for the first time, it needed...some work.
[11:50] You think you know what it’s like to renovate a house, but when you actually do it, you realize it’s a huge money pit.
[14:15] Vicky and Joe do a quick tour of The Dingle.
[19:30] What kind of animals do Vicky and Joe have?
[22:40] Did you know birds can go into shock?
[25:45] You don’t have to be 100% busy all the time, because that’s no way to live or do your best work.
[28:00] It’s okay just spending time enjoying life.
[29:40] Do you have any questions about The Dingle, Vicky’s business, or even her melt-down? Send her an email!
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Vicky and Joe are out of tonic, so they're on the white wine – and ranting about rules. Specifically, why we're all overgrown toddlers who crave rules and boundaries. Want to run a business you actually enjoy, with clients you actually like? You'd better start setting some rules – and sticking to them. Or people will make up their own rules and stomp all over you. Oh, and Vicky says a heartfelt thank you to the lovely listener who sent her goodies.
Key Takeaways:
[1:35] Thank you lovely podcast listener for sending Vicky a gift via the post!
[3:25] Today’s topic dives into setting rules for your business.
[8:55] Set expectations as to when your clients should contact you.
[10:10] What are some of Vicky’s rules?
[12:15] Do not answer the phone whenever it rings. It destroys your train of thought.
[13:15] Let people know when you respond to emails!
[16:00] Be diligent with who you talk to and avoid people who waste your time.
[17:35] If you can’t meet with the decision maker, then cancel the meeting.
[19:55] If a client cancels on you at the last minute, send them an invoice.
[24:05] Set a timeline for client feedback, and charge them for it too! That way you’re not waiting months and months to get something done!
[25:15] How do you communicate this with your customer?
[30:55] Always under promise so you can over deliver!
[32:10] Have questions? Feel free to message Vicky!
Mentioned in This Episode:
Vicky’s Business For Superheroes Book
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