Real Talk With GrowGetters

Ask Me Anything w/ Nick Hutchison at GrowGetters ONLY (GG #33)

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #33 featuring Nick Hutchison. Reading a book is easy. Applying it is rare. Building a life and business around what you learn? That’s where transformation happens. In this exclusive “Ask Me Anything” session from the GrowGetters ONLY Inner Circle, we’re joined by Nick Hutchison — founder of BookThinkers, host of BookThinkers: Life-Changing Books, and author of Rise of the Reader. Nick shares practical strategies for turning reading into real-world results, explaining why consumption without implementation is just another form of procrastination. He breaks down how to retain more from books, create systems for applying what you learn, and build powerful relationships with authors and thought leaders. The conversation also explores timeless vs. trendy ideas, building community through shared learning, hosting transformational live events, and why deep focus is becoming a competitive advantage in a distracted world. If you’re an entrepreneur, creator, or lifelong learner who wants ideas to translate into action, this session is packed with practical wisdom. People Mentioned and Other Resources: 1. Rise of the Reader by Nick Hutchison https://www.amazon.com/Rise-Reader-Strategies-Mastering-Applying-ebook/dp/B0CGXZ5WJ9?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1 [https://www.amazon.com/Rise-Reader-Strategies-Mastering-Applying-ebook/dp/B0CGXZ5WJ9?ref_=ast_author_dp&th=1&psc=1] 2. BookThinkers Live Event (2026) https://www.bookthinkers.com/book-thinkers-live-2026 [https://www.bookthinkers.com/book-thinkers-live-2026] Keep In Touch with Nick Hutchison: Nick’s Company: https://www.bookthinkers.com/ [https://www.bookthinkers.com/] Instagram (BookThinkers): https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/ [https://www.instagram.com/bookthinkers/] Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/nicklovesbooks/ [https://www.instagram.com/nicklovesbooks/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bookthinkers/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bookthinkers/] — Join GrowGetters ONLY: Inner-Circle: https://growgettersonly.com/ [https://growgettersonly.com/] Community: https://weallgrowtogether.com/ [https://weallgrowtogether.com/] Follow Balbert… Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections [https://web.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections] Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ [http://www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/] Website:  https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ [https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/] – GrowGetters ONLY is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/ [https://balbertmarketing.com/]

Ask Me Anything w/ John David Mann at GrowGetters ONLY (GG #32)

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #32 with John David Mann. Success is often chased through achievement, status, and outcomes. But what if real fulfillment comes from contribution, creativity, and who we become along the way? In this exclusive “Ask Me Anything” episode from the GrowGetters ONLY Inner Circle, we’re joined by John David Mann — co-author of The Go-Giver, master storyteller, and one of the most respected voices in modern business writing. John shares the philosophy behind his work, exploring how generosity, service, and intention create deeper impact than transactional success. He discusses the discipline of creativity, the responsibility of storytellers, and the mindset required to produce meaningful work that stands the test of time. The conversation also dives into purpose-driven leadership, becoming valuable instead of chasing value, and why the most influential ideas come from alignment rather than ambition alone. If you’re a creator, entrepreneur, or leader who wants your work to matter, this conversation will stay with you. People Mentioned and Other Resources: 1. The Go-Giver (and other books by John David Mann): https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JP1Y50/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=557dc7c0-ecf4-426b-8128-5a88a5e73442&ref_=aufs_ap_ahdr_dsk_aa&ccs_id=fb40da27-a1b9-45d2-a4c2-2c58cf3c9d10 [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JP1Y50/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=557dc7c0-ecf4-426b-8128-5a88a5e73442&ref_=aufs_ap_ahdr_dsk_aa&ccs_id=fb40da27-a1b9-45d2-a4c2-2c58cf3c9d10]  Keep In Touch with John David Mann: Website: https://johndavidmann.com/https://johndavidmann.com/ [https://johndavidmann.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndavidmann/https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndavidmann/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndavidmann/] — Join GrowGetters ONLY Inner-Circle: https://growgettersonly.com/ [https://growgettersonly.com/] Community: https://weallgrowtogether.com/ [https://weallgrowtogether.com/] Follow Balbert… Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections [https://web.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections] Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ [http://www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/] Website:  https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ [https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/] – GrowGetters ONLY is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/ [https://balbertmarketing.com/]

Ask Me Anything w/ Robin Waite at GrowGetters ONLY (GG #31)

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #31 with Robin Waite. Joining us in this exclusive “Ask Me Anything” episode from GrowGetters ONLY is Robin Waite, better known as The Fearless Business Coach. Robin is a straight-talking expert in pricing, packaging, and positioning your services. Additionally, he is a regular keynote speaker at business events and the bestselling author of several books, including Fearless Business Blueprint, [https://www.fearless.biz/fbb] Marketing Machine [https://www.fearless.biz/resource/marketing-machine], and Take Your Shot [https://www.fearless.biz/tys]. In this episode, Robin dives into how to structure your offers, set prices that reflect your value, and stop undercharging out of fear so you can attract better-fit clients. Moreover, he outlines three practical steps to doubling your income and shares a practical pricing case study. Robin wraps up by exploring the three types of niches and guiding listeners on how to identify their own. He also explains how to scale a coaching business. During this episode, you will learn about: [00:00] Introduction [00:55] Free community: weallgrowtogether.com [http://weallgrowtogether.com] [01:47] Fearless business coach [07:32] Double your income [20:23] Setting your pricing [36:01] Finding your niche [48:30] Connect with Robin • Get a FREE book!: https://www.fearless.biz/books [https://www.fearless.biz/books] • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/RobinMWaite [https://www.youtube.com/RobinMWaite] [01:12:24] Scale your coaching business Key Takeaways:   • If your business is unprofitable and you try to scale it by adding more clients, you’re only scaling the lack of profitability. ~Robin Waite [12:16] • In coaching, clients don’t pay for the work you do; they pay for the results and outcomes you help them achieve. ~Robin Waite [22:32] • When we don’t place value on a tool, our subconscious believes we’re undeserving and pushes us away from it. ~Robin Waite [23:43] • For most service-based client businesses, the optimal conversion rate is about 20–30%. ~Robin Waite [24:38] • “If you find it hard to attract clients, it could be because you’re in the wrong market.” ~Robin Waite [43:32] People Mentioned and Other Resources: 1. The Prosperous Coach: https://bit.ly/3NIRuXz [https://bit.ly/3NIRuXz] 2. Robin Waite’s FREE books: https://www.fearless.biz/books [https://www.fearless.biz/books] Get a free book! • If you have a service/client business, Take Your Shot - https://www.robinwaite.com/tys [https://www.robinwaite.com/tys]  • If you’re going through a reset for your business, then The Fearless Business Blueprint is the right book for you: https://www.robinwaite.com/fbb [https://www.robinwaite.com/fbb] Keep In Touch with Robin Waite: Website: https://www.robinwaite.com/ [https://www.robinwaite.com/] Books: https://www.fearless.biz/books [https://www.fearless.biz/books] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/RobinMWaite [https://www.youtube.com/RobinMWaite] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinmwaite/ [https://www.instagram.com/robinmwaite/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinmwaite/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinmwaite/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RobinMWaite/ [https://www.facebook.com/RobinMWaite/] — Follow Balbert… Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections [https://web.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections] Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ [http://www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/] Website:  https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ [https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/] – GrowGetters ONLY is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/ [https://balbertmarketing.com/]

Ask Me Anything w/ Liz Wilcox at GrowGetters ONLY (GG #30)

Email marketing remains one of the most effective ways to engage your audience and drive meaningful results. By understanding the strategies, tools, and techniques behind successful emails, you can turn your email list into a powerful growth engine for your business. Today’s exclusive “Ask Me Anything” episode from the GrowGetters Only [https://growgettersonly.com/] community features Liz Wilcox, famously known as the “Fresh Princess of Email.” Liz shares her journey to becoming the “Fresh Princess of Email” and the unique strategies that set her apart in the world of email marketing. Liz also discusses how to use video effectively in email marketing, the power of the PS (postscript), and how to craft emails that capture attention and keep readers engaged. Additionally, she shares practical tips for making every email you send truly valuable to your audience. Beyond writing great emails, Liz discusses open and click rates, boosting engagement, and building an email list that people actually read and respond to. During this episode, you will learn about: [00:00] Introduction [00:46] Community: weallgrowtogether.com [http://weallgrowtogether.com] [02:28] Fresh Princess of Email [04:01] Email Strategy [08:26] Video in Email Marketing [14:40] Artificial intelligence (AI) [16:12] The Power of the PS [21:02] Emails that get read [27:42] Value  [37:15] Open & Click Rates [47:13] Email List [53:58] Connect with Liz Wilcox • Website: https://lizwilcox.com/ [https://lizwilcox.com/] •  Email Marketing Membership: https://benalbertfylc315--lizwilcox.thrivecart.com/email-marketing-membership/ [https://benalbertfylc315--lizwilcox.thrivecart.com/email-marketing-membership/]  Key Takeaways:   • Instead of storytelling in emails, share personal updates with your audience. ~Liz Wilcox [05:49] • Emails should never exceed 400 words. ~Liz Wilcox [21:03] • Email is the most effective way to make money through marketing. ~Liz Wilcox [21:55] • Email metrics are never entirely accurate due to technological glitches. ~Liz Wilcox [38:18] • The best way to boost your open and click rates is to ensure your welcome sequence engages people. ~Liz Wilcox [39:33] People Mentioned and Other Resources: 1. Kit: https://kit.com/https://kit.com/ [https://kit.com/] 2. Website: https://lizwilcox.com/?affiliate=benalbertfylc315https://lizwilcox.com/?affiliate=benalbertfylc315 [https://lizwilcox.com/?affiliate=benalbertfylc315] 3. Email Marketing Membership: https://benalbertfylc315--lizwilcox.thrivecart.com/email-marketing-membership/https://benalbertfylc315--lizwilcox.thrivecart.com/email-marketing-membership/ [https://benalbertfylc315--lizwilcox.thrivecart.com/email-marketing-membership/] 4. The Power of the PS: https://lizwilcox.com/episode-38-the-power-of-the-ps/https://lizwilcox.com/episode-38-the-power-of-the-ps/ [https://lizwilcox.com/episode-38-the-power-of-the-ps/] 5. Boosting Open & Click Rates: https://lizwilcox.com/episode-34-boosting-open-and-click-rates/https://lizwilcox.com/episode-34-boosting-open-and-click-rates/ [https://lizwilcox.com/episode-34-boosting-open-and-click-rates/] 6. 7 Reasons You Hate Email and Why to Ignore It: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE0mprUg2D0https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE0mprUg2D0 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE0mprUg2D0] 7. 7 Complaints About Email: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R3Nn4imuLxc&t=1shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R3Nn4imuLxc&t=1s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R3Nn4imuLxc&t=1s] 8. 7 Different Ways to Use AI in Email: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aIySNDCWpohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aIySNDCWpo [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aIySNDCWpo] 9. AI Podcast Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jWlx8l_kVE&t=182shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jWlx8l_kVE&t=182s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jWlx8l_kVE&t=182s] 10. Funnels in 2025 and Beyond: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqqFUJz2MAM&t=26shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqqFUJz2MAM&t=26s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqqFUJz2MAM&t=26s] 11. Opens and Clicks Deep Dive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHSvbjJb1U0&t=1026shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHSvbjJb1U0&t=1026s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHSvbjJb1U0&t=1026s] 12. Extra Email Training: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7I6I4jhvYdMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7I6I4jhvYdM [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7I6I4jhvYdM] Keep In Touch with Liz Wilcox: Website: https://lizwilcox.com/https://lizwilcox.com/ [https://lizwilcox.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelizwilcox/https://www.instagram.com/thelizwilcox/ [https://www.instagram.com/thelizwilcox/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelizwilcoxhttps://www.youtube.com/@thelizwilcox [https://www.youtube.com/@thelizwilcox] Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/emailmarketingwithlizhttps://facebook.com/groups/emailmarketingwithliz [https://facebook.com/groups/emailmarketingwithliz] Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/emailmarketingwithlizhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/emailmarketingwithliz [https://www.facebook.com/groups/emailmarketingwithliz] — Follow Balbert… Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections [https://web.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections] Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ [http://www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/] Website:  https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ [https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/] – GrowGetters ONLY is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/ [https://balbertmarketing.com/]

Ask Me Anything w/ Stan Phelps at GrowGetters ONLY (GG #29)

Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #29 with Stan Phelps. Most businesses lose their edge by imitating competitors instead of embracing their uniqueness. One powerful way to stand out is to do less of what everyone else does and focus on what truly sets your brand apart, creating a lasting impact. In this exclusive ‘Ask Me Anything’ episode from the Growgetters ONLY [https://growgettersonly.com/] Inner Circle, we are thrilled to have Stan Phelps, a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, marketing strategist, customer experience expert and author of the Goldfish Series of books. Stan dives into the concept of Lagniappe, the idea of giving a little extra that leaves a lasting impression. Moreover, he shares the strategies he uses to ensure that the lessons from his talks continue to resonate with audiences long after the talks are over. As the conversation unfolds, he explains how to use Sampling in business effectively. He also explores the Purple Goldfish [https://www.amazon.com/Purple-Goldfish-2-0-Attract-Customers/dp/1732665257/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1584219425&sr=8-1] concept and how to ensure your unique offering aligns with the needs and desires of your ideal client. Finally, he breaks down what makes workshops successful and the common mistakes to avoid. He also shares insights from Pink Goldfish [https://www.amazon.com/Pink-Goldfish-2-0-Exploit-Imperfection/dp/1952234115] on embracing and owning your unique qualities. During this episode, you will learn about: [00:00] Introduction [01:15] Free community: weallgrowtogether.com [http://weallgrowtogether.com] [01:46] Join the GrowGetters community: https://growgettersonly.com/ [https://growgettersonly.com/] [06:31] What is Lagniappe? [14:34] Lasting Lessons [20:41] Sampling [22:41] Purple Goldfish [26:24] Connecting with Clients [36:20] Workshops [44:11] Embrace Your Uniqueness [49:36] Connect with Stan •  Website: https://stanphelps.com/Lagniappe/ [https://stanphelps.com/Lagniappe/] Key Takeaways:   • Referral clients stay longer as customers and spend up to twice as much over their lifetime compared to non-referral clients. ~Stan Phelps [19:28] • On average, people who are already working with you know only 30% of your total capabilities. ~Stan Phelps [20:21] • Sampling is the idea of giving your customers additional taste and letting them try out an additional capability. ~Stan Phelps [20:41] • If you’re not pissing some people off, you’re probably not relevant to many. ~Stan Phelps [23:13] • Take care of the customers you have, and they will bring you the clients and valuable customers you want. ~Stan Phelps [29:25] • One way to stand out is by doing less of what everyone else does. ~Stan Phelps [45:58] • You begin to achieve success when you focus and become known for something. ~Stan Phelps [46:35] People Mentioned and Other Resources: 1. The Goldfish Series: https://stanphelps.com/books/ [https://stanphelps.com/books/] Keep In Touch with Stan Phelps: Website: https://stanphelps.com/ [https://stanphelps.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanphelps/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanphelps/] Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/PurpleGoldfishBooks [https://web.facebook.com/PurpleGoldfishBooks] Twitter: https://twitter.com/StanPhelpsPG [https://twitter.com/StanPhelpsPG] — Follow Balbert… Facebook: www.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections [https://web.facebook.com/realbusinessconnections] Instagram: www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/ [http://www.instagram.com/realbenalbert/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/realbenalbert/] Website:  https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/ [https://www.realbusinessconnections.com/] – GrowGetters ONLY is made possible by www://balbertmarketing.com/ [https://balbertmarketing.com/]