Why Your Business Hits a Plateau (& What To Do When It Happens)

Why Your Business Hits a Plateau (& What To Do When It Happens)

Growing your business requires more than just strategy; it demands a dedication to mental health and healthy lifestyle habits. Cultivate the right entrepreneur mindset, seek therapy if needed, and learn business tips to guide your path. Strong leadership and personal growth are essential components for long-term success. 📥 Download the FREE Late Start Creator Toolkit: https://stan.store/mayvrix [https://stan.store/mayvrix] 📩 Apply to Work With Us 1:1 or Join the Built Different Community: https://byobdifferent.com [https://byobdifferent.com] 📧 Join Our Email List for Weekly Tools, Insights, and Offers: https://mailchi.mp/mayvrix/disrupt [https://mailchi.mp/mayvrix/disrupt] 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-different-build-your-own-business/id1813057464 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-different-build-your-own-business/id1813057464] 📲 Follow us for daily strategy & creator advice: https://instagram.com/saralovestyle https://instagram.com/tilmonkeaton https://instagram.com/byobdifferent [https://instagram.com/byobdifferent] ⏱️ Episode Timestamps: 0:19 — “If you can’t sell something, you don’t have a business.” — the hard truth 0:43 — Why plateau happens and what stalls founders and creators 0:50 — How to pull yourself out of the hole (first steps) 1:15 — Learning as the lifeblood of content & business growth 1:47 — If you stop learning, you stop having something to teach 2:19 — Content fatigue, burnout, and the danger of trend-chasing 4:34 — Stop waiting for the “how” — act now and learn through doing 6:08 — Story: changing my brakes — why getting thrown to the wolves builds skill 7:50 — Overcoming analysis paralysis: start before you’re ready 9:18 — Real example: mentee charging $7,500/mo after investing in skill-building 10:26 — Fire the version of yourself that can’t scale the company 11:10 — Ego kills growth — when founders can’t let go 12:31 — The power of delegation and replacing yourself in roles that don’t scale you 14:11 — How to replace yourself without losing control (hiring & systems) 16:25 — Fitness, discipline and the correlation to business stamina 18:22 — Mental health, coaching, therapy — non-negotiables for founders 23:24 — Stuck? Collaborate, learn, and network outside your house 28:14 — “Becoming sticky”: bundle complementary services to make clients stay 31:33 — Two high-value skills to build now: sales + storytelling (how to package transformation) 37:00 — Pick complementary skills that expand your offering (marketing, ads, email) 39:52 — The final move: choose one new challenge, implement, and iterate 🔎 What you’ll learn in this episode How to diagnose a business plateau and the first 3 moves to break it. Why “doing more content” isn’t the answer — learning + execution is. Concrete ways to become indispensable (client stickiness playbook). The two non-negotiable skills every founder/creator needs today: selling and storytelling. How personal discipline (health, therapy, mentorship) ties directly to business outcomes.

What's REALLY Happening in Influencer Marketing You Need to Know

Brands are shifting their approach to content creator partnerships, focusing less on likes and more on long-term strategy. To succeed, every content creator must operate like a media company, understanding the value of content creation and pitching to brands effectively. Focus on business growth and evolving with the current trends. 📥 Download the FREE Late Start Creator Toolkit: https://stan.store/mayvrix [https://stan.store/mayvrix] 📩 Apply to Work With Us 1:1 or Join the Built Different Community: https://byobdifferent.com [https://byobdifferent.com] 📧 Join Our Email List for Weekly Tools, Insights, and Offers: https://mailchi.mp/mayvrix/disrupt [https://mailchi.mp/mayvrix/disrupt] 🎧 Listen to the podcast: 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-different-build-your-own-business/id1813057464 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-different-build-your-own-business/id1813057464] 📲 Follow us for daily strategy & creator advice: 👉 https://instagram.com/saralovestyle [https://instagram.com/saralovestyle] 👉 https://instagram.com/tilmonkeaton [https://instagram.com/tilmonkeaton] 👉 https://instagram.com/byobdifferent

50+ Years Ago Yoga Saved Her Life | Here's Why You Should Never Stop

✨ Learn more & join the journey:  🌿 The Labyrinth Summit: https://thelabyrinthsummit.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHlkOERIbW1VNjhzWVFsUXlZb1AtbW5Fa2h5d3xBQ3Jtc0tuaFFLaURBNlBDd3pDT1J1LWRzMFVhUi1nSGNtNmxXa09lMzh3cjc5cjJfQ3REalVFQ2RDVVpKNmd0MFJqOGNGWm5WSDV3d3h3akpNaGllbjBoQUlnN0dNb2thZF9wZzFPcG5NOEpqLUpEOFA0WTY4NA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fthelabyrinthsummit.com%2F&v=E8LBReLyq-g] 🌿 Join Argie’s Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/the-rg-life-1750 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUlybXI3bklzcEpQUmdxQkxkaDhOU0psNk1fQXxBQ3Jtc0trWWczSWZlaGt1Q2R6SXNtcWthcncwTFRFVW0temE2aXFYYjBlT0ZGa2wwQ0Y1UWlUR1BtYkt1LVFGQWNSYzFvZWl2QWVRWkhlVTBGLXZ5T3ExWVlJUDhwNk1fQTExTVdveU9CR3Q3UHR5LU0xNG1kbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skool.com%2Fthe-rg-life-1750&v=E8LBReLyq-g] 🚀 Apply for Business Mentorship: https://byobdifferent.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWdGcGRhYWVaN0cwaTZULUkzN3gzZnE4SXFDUXxBQ3Jtc0tuNHM1dTFhQjJ1TDMzZ2xBLWFVRklsalR6VEtwYWNvcmE2X25CM252RmVpUWNRd2tUdE1sUDJEcEhsLWo1Z1I2bVR0a1pQQVd5ZFh0SzUzclVtUWYtYzZ2UkhpX2hpaUpHbVkyMVpjM2xzMFlUYVFXOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbyobdifferent.com%2F&v=E8LBReLyq-g] 📚 Resources to Build Your Business Different: https://stan.store/mayvrix [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkptcnYzN2p2S3RPdHh3Vjg1WkNxZjVMbnZKZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttcUxmQ0JJOG5PeHJTaEUxeEotSDQ2TUZtcGJUcnVhaEtYTlZGOEdPZ1N3b0JkSkhxa1RCNXFXTTRveTQzTnhYLTFBUVR3alEzYWJudVNoRVhnSS02SE1ZQXFzVmowYmRLejNlYUZmeS1sbGRTejZPQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fstan.store%2Fmayvrix&v=E8LBReLyq-g]   At 71, Argie Ligeros isn’t slowing down—she’s redefining what’s possible.   From being the first-ever hot yoga instructor to creating Power Yoga, Yoga for Athletes, and Yoga Sculpt… to teaching over 15,000 classes and training Olympic athletes, Argie has spent more than 50 years mastering not just the practice of yoga, but the art of resilience.   We traveled to Vail, Colorado, to experience her world—flowing through yoga in the mountains, sharing laughter, and diving into real conversations about building strength mentally, physically, and emotionally at any stage of life.   In this episode, you’ll learn:   How daily practice builds resilience you can rely on in every season of life   The mindset shifts that keep you energized, inspired, and strong—no matter your age   Why reconnecting with your body is the key to unlocking untapped potential   The story behind The Labyrinth Summit, her luxury wellness retreat in Vail   Whether you’re stuck in your practice, your career, or your personal life—this is your blueprint for breakthrough.

How To Spend Your First $1000 For Your Creator Business

It's time to invest in yourself by learning new skills. Using social media as a tool and developing strong communication skills will help you achieve your goals. Focus on personal growth and learning branding to further your knowledge. 📥 Download the FREE Late Start Creator Toolkit: https://stan.store/mayvrix [https://stan.store/mayvrix] 📩 Apply to Work With Us 1:1 or Join the Built Different Community: https://byobdifferent.com [https://byobdifferent.com]   📧 Join Our Email List for Weekly Tools, Insights, and Offers: https://mailchi.mp/mayvrix/disrupt    📲 Follow us for daily strategy & creator advice: 👉 https://instagram.com/saralovestyle [https://instagram.com/saralovestyle] 👉 https://instagram.com/tilmonkeaton [https://instagram.com/tilmonkeaton] 👉 https://instagram.com/byobdifferent [https://instagram.com/byobdifferent]

Why MOST Creators Will NEVER Make Money

📥 Download the FREE Late Start Creator Toolkit: https://stan.store/mayvrix [https://stan.store/mayvrix] 📩 Apply to Work With Us 1:1 or Join the Built Different Community: https://byobdifferent.com [https://byobdifferent.com/] 📧 Join Our Email List for Weekly Tools, Insights, and Offers: https://mailchi.mp/mayvrix/disrupt Going viral doesn’t mean you’re getting paid. In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, Sara Lovestyle and Tilmon M. Keaton break down the biggest trap creators fall into: mistaking visibility for revenue. If you’re a content creator chasing views and wondering why you’re still broke, this conversation is your wake-up call. We dive into the hard truths behind monetization, the broken promises of platform payouts, and how to actually build a business that pays you back. From building the wrong audience to going viral with no offer or system in place—we cover it all. This episode is a must-watch for any creator serious about building a profitable brand that lasts. ⏱️ Timestamps: 01:07 – Viral ≠ Financial Success  04:10 – Why You’re Not Monetizing (Even If You’re Growing) 05:31 – The Danger of Attracting the Wrong Audience 08:04 – YouTube Hours & The Reality of Getting Monetized 11:05 – The Cost of Creating Content You Don’t Love 12:20 – The Shift from Creator to Business Owner 15:26 – The Illusion of the Algorithm (and How to Beat It) 17:15 – Your Viral Video Isn’t Enough—Here’s Why 20:15 – The 3 Things Holding You Back From Real Monetization 23:33 – TikTok Shutdown Warning: What You Need to Do NOW 27:01 – The System: Offer, Funnel, Content (in That Order) 31:09 – No Feedback Loop = No Growth 33:15 – If Your Viral Content Doesn’t Match Your Brand, You Lose 36:00 – Why We Stopped Making Viral Content (and Made More Money) 38:09 – 100 Likes > 30 Million Views (If You Know What to Do With Them) 40:02 – Pick a Problem, Pick a Person, Pick a Platform