Minding My Own Business

Year Planning Series — Part 1: Why most Entrepreneurs don't successfully execute their plans

Most entrepreneurs plan their year. Most don’t execute it. Studies show that around 57% of businesses fail to execute their strategic plans, not because they lack discipline, but because their plans are vague, unrealistic, disconnected from daily actions, or never revisited. In Part 1 of this series, I break down the real reasons year plans fail so you stop blaming yourself and start understanding what actually needs to change.

'You're expensive' - The step-by-step how to deal with it

What do you say when a potential client says, “You're more expensive than [insert competitor]”? In this episode, I break down exactly how to handle the “too expensive” objection without getting defensive, discounting your price, or sounding desperate. You’ll learn: * What not to say when price objections show up * How to respond with confidence, not emotion * The 4-part objection-handling framework I use weekly * Real examples of high-quality questions that shift the power back to you Want more practical moves to get more clients without the sleaze? DM me “sales checklist” on Instagram @futureproofstrategist [https://www.instagram.com/futureproofstrategist] and I’ll send you 50 simple sales actions you can start using right away (EN & NL version available).

Stop avoiding networking events: 9 strategies that turn awkward into opportunities

Do you avoid networking events because they feel awkward and you never know what to say? You're not alone. Many sales professionals and entrepreneurs skip valuable networking opportunities because they dread the small talk and feel uncomfortable approaching strangers. In this episode, I share 9 practical strategies that will help you feel confident at networking events and turn those awkward conversations into real business connections. Whether you're an introvert who finds networking sleazy or an experienced sales professional who still struggles with it, these tips will change how you approach networking forever. Plus, discover how to get my free "50 Simple Sales Actions for experts who want more clients without sleaze" checklist to boost your sales game even further. Send me a DM @futureproofstrategist on Instagram and I'll send it over to you right away!

No more Pain-in-the-A clients: how to attract the ones you actually like

Most entrepreneurs say yes too fast. In this episode, I show you how to stop attracting draining clients and start filtering for the ones who respect your time, pay well, and come to do the work. Learn the 3 key shifts that turn your sales process into a filter for amazing clients.

How to create viral content (that actually helps your business)

In this episode, I'm diving into the real deal behind viral content. Not just how to make it, but how to use it on purpose. Forget the myths and gimmicks. You’ll learn: * What viral content actually is (and isn’t) * Why going viral can help your business but only if you know what to do with it * Three ingredients that make content perform: * Personal examples of content that hit 10K+ views and why it worked If you’ve ever felt pressure to “go viral,” this episode will ground you in strategy instead of hype.