No BS Agency Podcast

Let’s not sugarcoat it. 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. Tune into this episode to hear: * What we can all learn from the rise of tools like Squarespace, Fiverr, and Canva * How leaning in to the value of your process sets you apart  * The key skill that AI can never replicate * Three essential steps to future-proof your creative business Resources: * No BS Agencies Mastery [https://www.nobsagencies.com/program] * The Price to Freedom Calculator™ [https://www.nobsagencies.com/freedom] * No BS Launchpad [https://www.nobsagencies.com/launchpad] * No BS Agency Owners Free Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsagencyowners] * Start reading the first chapter of my book [https://www.piasilva.com/ch1] * Piasilva.com [https://www.piasilva.com/]

I’m excited to share a conversation with an amazing teacher of mine, the one and only Selena Soo. Selena is a wonderfully kind and generous person who wants to lift up others by teaching us how to better show up and forge real, rich relationships with each other.  In this episode, we talk about the insights from her new book Rich Relationships: Create a Million-Dollar Network for Your Business. Selena Soo is a 7-figure business mentor, who helps experts and authors reach millions with their message. Through dozens of multi-6 figure and 7-figure launches, Selena has generated over $13 million in revenue in her first 10 years of business. She has also built more than 400 affiliate and referral partnerships. An expert in publicity, Selena has helped thousands of entrepreneurs land media, in places that include O, The Oprah Magazine, Forbes, Business Insider, and The Drew Barrymore Show. A former New Yorker, Selena is living her dream life in sunny Puerto Rico. Tune into this episode to hear: * Why building real, intentional connections is more important than being at every networking event * How investing time, creativity, and resources into relationships reaps big returns * Three key phases to seeking and developing a rich relationship * Simple ways to intentionally give and add value to your relationships * Selena’s six circles of connection framework that will help you manage relationships Learn more about Selena Soo: * Website [https://www.selenasoo.com] * Instagram: @selena_soo [https://www.instagram.com/selena_soo/] * Connect on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/selenasoo/] * Rich Relationships: Create a Million-Dollar Network for Your Business [https://bookshop.org/p/books/rich-relationships-create-a-million-dollar-network-for-your-business/e749976b9eea4781?ean=9798992686012&next=t] Resources: * Get the first four chapters of Rich Relationships plus bonus scripts! [https://richrelationshipsbook.com/nobs] * No BS Agencies Mastery [https://www.nobsagencies.com/program] * The Price to Freedom Calculator™ [https://www.nobsagencies.com/freedom] * No BS Launchpad [https://www.nobsagencies.com/launchpad] * No BS Agency Owners Free Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsagencyowners] * Start reading the first chapter of my book [https://www.piasilva.com/ch1] * Piasilva.com [https://www.piasilva.com/]

When the economy is in turmoil, a lot of business owners get really scared. This is understandable! When we don’t know what’s going to happen, fear is totally normal. And it doesn’t help that we live in a 24/7 news and social media cycle that is most likely feeding you a lot of scary news, information, and opinions. You might be afraid that your clients are going to disappear, that your business will shrink, and that you’ll find yourself in a really dangerous place financially. So today, I want to talk about those fears, how I would think about it, and what you can do to shield yourself for whatever turmoil might come along with a more depressed economy. Tune into this episode to hear: * Why pulling back and shrinking down your business is not the answer * Two student success stories on using unexpected downtime to catapult their businesses forward * Why the right clients are always going to be willing to invest for high-value services * What you need to focus on right now to make sure your business weathers the storm Resources: * No BS Agencies Mastery [https://www.nobsagencies.com/program] * The Price to Freedom Calculator™ [https://www.nobsagencies.com/freedom] * No BS Launchpad [https://www.nobsagencies.com/launchpad] * No BS Agency Owners Free Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsagencyowners] * Start reading the first chapter of my book [https://www.piasilva.com/ch1] * Piasilva.com [https://www.piasilva.com/]

What if the only thing standing between you and the business you actually want is you? In this firecracker of an episode, I sit down with leadership coach and mindset magician Gary Montalvo, who serves up truth bombs about personal responsibility, entrepreneurial avoidance, and why waiting for Oprah (or referrals) is not a strategy. 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. About Gary Montalvo: For almost two decades, Gary Montalvo has been a powerhouse behind business strategies and leadership programs for numerous entrepreneurs, startups and corporations. Most recently he worked with LimeLife by Alcone as the Chief Growth Officer, where he worked on the sales and recruitment strategies for the company globally. He has delivered hundreds of speeches, workshops, and trainings to audiences internationally and is also the host of The Ownership Game Podcast. He brings a contagious authentic energy to his audiences that’s not just feel good, but practical and implementable.  Tune into this episode to hear: * Why ownership is the real secret to momentum * How to stop pretending you're “confused” and start making moves * The sneaky ways entrepreneurs avoid what really matters * Why your monkey brain is sabotaging you—and what to do about it * How to follow up, show up, and sell without being creepy Learn more about Gary Montalvo: * Website [http://www.garymontalvo.com] * Instagram: @garymontalvo [https://www.instagram.com/garymontalvo] * YouTube: @GaryMontalvoCoaching [https://www.youtube.com/@GaryMontalvoCoaching] * The Ownership Game Podcast [https://www.garymontalvo.com/podcast] Resources: * No BS Agencies Mastery [https://www.nobsagencies.com/program] * The Price to Freedom Calculator™ [https://www.nobsagencies.com/freedom] * No BS Launchpad [https://www.nobsagencies.com/launchpad] * No BS Agency Owners Free Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsagencyowners] * Start reading the first chapter of my book [https://www.piasilva.com/ch1] * Piasilva.com [https://www.piasilva.com/]

Tell me if this sounds like you. Your business is going okay. You’re making enough money. But you want to level up. You want to invest in yourself and your business to get there. But you just need a little more money before you can justify the investment.  Or maybe your business isn’t going so well. You’re struggling to find and close clients. You know you need to invest in learning the skills it takes to turn your business into a success. But you need to land one more client before you can think about spending the money to learn those skills. You see the contradiction, right? These are two of the most common excuses I hear from business owners about why they can’t invest in themselves and their businesses. Today I want to break down why so many of us hold onto the idea that we need to make the money first in order to invest in ourselves. Tune into this episode to hear: * Why waiting until you have “enough” money to invest in your business is keeping you stuck in survival mode * Why the fastest path to making more money is investing in your ability to make money * How investing real money in learning new skills makes you take action differently * Why putting off investing in your business costs you money in the long run Resources: * No BS Agencies Mastery [https://www.nobsagencies.com/program] * The Price to Freedom Calculator™ [https://www.nobsagencies.com/freedom] * No BS Launchpad [https://www.nobsagencies.com/launchpad] * No BS Agency Owners Free Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsagencyowners] * Start reading the first chapter of my book [https://www.piasilva.com/ch1] * Piasilva.com [https://www.piasilva.com/]