The Mind Your Business Podcast

Ever feel like your big break is just out of reach? What if you could start building your dream career now, without waiting for that one life-changing audition? Joining Jenni this week to share his inspiring journey and Digital CEO Success Story is Joey Freddy Larsen, a working actor who built a thriving coaching business for fellow performers by leveraging the tools and strategies he learned in Business By Design!  In this episode, Joey reveals how he transformed his passion for acting into a powerful digital platform, helping others nail their self-tapes and command the screen, one monologue at a time. Plus, you’ll get to hear the way that Joey's proactive scaling led to an unexpected influx of hundreds of new clients for his business. If you're a creative entrepreneur who is ready to ditch the scarcity mindset and build a sustainable business doing what you love, just like Joey has, then this episode  is for you!  We just released the replays of my free 3-day training for digital course creators, called Your First Digital Product, which was the largest free masterclass that we’ve ever hosted! For a limited time only, you can get the replay at www.jameswedmore.com/fdp [http://jameswedmore.com/fdp], but hurry as it’s only available until May 28th.  Save the date, because May 29th we kick off our live virtual extravaganza that happens just once a year, our 3-part live week-long training experience, The Rise of the Digital CEO. You register and get on the waitlist NOW at www.businessbydesign.net/ [http://businessbydesign.net/]!  Before you go, snap a screenshot of the episode playing on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag us, @jameswedmore @jeunejenni and @joeyfreddylarsen.  In this episode you’ll hear:  * Why Joey credits Business By Design's "Mind Your Money" bonus for shifting his money mindset and giving him the confidence to invest significantly in himself  * The revenue growth his business has seen since joining Business By Design, driven by his membership model priced at $37/month * The reason that Joey proactively scaled his coaching team from a few to twelve, and the immediately significant partnership opportunity this led to  * His process of building a membership offer with using the processes in Business By Design and the biggest lessons he has learned in from BBD  * His best advice to new entrepreneurs who are on the fence of building their digital offer For full show notes and links, visit: www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/759 [https://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/759]

Are you hearing things like the digital product landscape is too crowded, or it’s “saturated”? Maybe you’re left wondering if it's even possible to launch something successful in 2025 and beyond? Today, I answer these questions and dispel some big myths that are being shared right now, as I unveil the real shift that’s happening in the digital space. In this episode, I break it all down and show you how what is happening in the market isn’t saturation, but it’s sophistication. A new era for digital product-based businesses is here, and hopefully this inspires you either to get clarity on what you're here to do, or it provides a little nudge to just launch and put your stuff out in the world!   We just released the replays of my free 3-day training for digital course creators, called Your First Digital Product, which was the largest free masterclass that we’ve ever hosted! For a limited time only, you can get the replay at www.jameswedmore.com/fdp [http://jameswedmore.com/fdp], but hurry as it’s only available until May 28th.  Save the date, because May 29th we kick off our live virtual extravaganza that happens just once a year, our 3-part live week-long training experience, The Rise of the Digital CEO. You register and get on the waitlist NOW at www.businessbydesign.net/ [http://businessbydesign.net/]!  Before you go, snap a screenshot of the episode playing on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag us, @jameswedmore and @jeunejenni. In this episode you’ll hear:  * The crucial difference between market saturation and sophistication, and how to navigate an increasingly informed audience * My advice for avoiding the allure of taking the “easy” route, especially when it comes to building a sustainable digital product business * What to understand about the new age we are entering, where your personal brand, leadership, and authenticity are key * Why simply creating content isn't enough anymore and how to build an experience that truly resonates with your audience  For full show notes and links, visit: www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/758 [https://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/758]

I’m back with our 7th installment of The Course Chronicles, and it’s time for a check-in! In this episode, I give you an update on where we are at with the development of our new product and I also answer some of the biggest questions you’ve had for me.  If you're ready to stop overthinking and start doing, this one is going to help you gain the clarity and motivation you need to finally bring your digital product to life! Save the date, because May 29th we kick off our live virtual extravaganza that happens just once a year, our 3-part live week-long training experience, The Rise of the Digital CEO. You register and get on the waitlist NOW at www.businessbydesign.net/ [http://businessbydesign.net/]!  Before you go, snap a screenshot of the episode playing on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag us, @jameswedmore and @jeunejenni. In this episode you’ll hear:  * An update on the course development, including the target completion dates we’ve set  * Why it’s so important to stop overthinking the software you’ll use to create your digital product * The two fundamental ways you have to drive traffic to your beta launch  * What’s really behind the fear of a beta launch failing and a reminder that a beta is for testing, not primarily for making money * The 3 essential components you need inside your beta once people join  For full show notes and links, visit: www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/757 [https://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/757]

Are you feeling like your market is just too specific to thrive? Think again! In this week's Wednesday Weekly Win, Jenni interviews Kassy Maloney, the inspiring founder and CEO of the Society of Exceptional Educators. Kassy unveils her remarkable journey of building a thriving multi-6-figure business by focusing on an incredibly narrow niche of empowering educators of blind and visually impaired students. In this episode, Kassy reveals the specific systems and strategies she learned in Business by Design that fueled her growth. She also shares how she identified unique needs within her audience and then crafted digital offers that truly resonated with them. The best part? By leveraging her niche expertise and streamlining operations with proven business frameworks, Kassy not only has achieved financial success, but she now has the flexibility to also prioritize time away from laptop with her children.  If you're questioning the potential of your niche or seeking real-world examples of successful entrepreneurs running online businesses in specialized markets, Kassy's story is a powerful testament to what's possible. There are so many opportunities available to you right now as a Digital CEO, no matter how tiny your niche, and this conversation with Kassy proves it!  Save the date, because May 29th we kick off our live virtual extravaganza that happens just once a year, our 3-part live week-long training experience, The Rise of the Digital CEO. You register and get on the waitlist NOW at www.businessbydesign.net/ [http://businessbydesign.net/]!  Before you go, snap a screenshot of the episode playing on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag us, @jameswedmore @jeunejenni and @exceptionaleducators.us. In this episode you’ll hear:  * Kassy’s incredibly niche beginnings in business and her evolution to supporting teachers in this specialized field * How she learned the true power of a targeted digital summit and the way she used the processes from BBD to make the event fun to run  * Her journey of creating a back-end membership and how Kassy adjusted that offer to achieve an impressive 95 percent membership retention rate * What Kassy and her team are doing now to leverage proven business systems for consistent growth * How transitioning to a digital business provided her with the flexibility to navigate personal challenges AND prioritize time with her children * The mindset shift that was required of Kassy to untangle the idea that she had to trade her time for money * Her powerful message about the potential for success even if operating within a tiny niche For full show notes and links, visit: www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/756 [https://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/756]

Have you ever woken up from a dream and wondered, "What on earth did that mean?" Do you feel like your sleeping mind is trying to tell you something, but the message is lost in a bizarre world of symbols? It’s been awhile since we’ve talked about this topic on the podcast, so joining me today for a fascinating journey into the realm of dreams is our returning expert guest, J.M. (Jason) DeBord.  J.M. is considered the leading authority on dream interpretation and is celebrated for his ability to make the complex world of dreams accessible and meaningful to huge audiences. He’s a best-selling author, educator and community leader, and in this episode, he reveals why our dreams are such valuable gifts that we need to be paying attention to. In fact, he says that learning the language of your dreams is the best self-coaching tool that you can have, and I’d have to say that I completely agree!  J.M. shares practical tools to start paying attention to your dreams, and ultimately understanding the unique language your dreams are speaking. If you are ready to finally unlock the hidden wisdom waiting for you every morning, then this conversation will guide you into the powerful world of your dreams! Save the date, because May 29th we kick off our live virtual extravaganza that happens just once a year, our 3-part live week-long training experience, The Rise of the Digital CEO. You register and get on the waitlist NOW at www.businessbydesign.net/ [http://businessbydesign.net/]!  Before you go, snap a screenshot of the episode playing on your device, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag us, @jameswedmore and @jeunejenni. You can also reach out to J.M. with your thoughts and feedback on this conversation by email, at jm@jmdebord.com [jm@jmdebord.com].  In this episode you’ll hear:  * The crucial distinction J.M. makes between "interpreting" dreams and the more collaborative process of "dream work" * Why dreams act as a mirror, providing crucial information for your decisions rather than imposing answers * His core philosophy when it comes to dreams of empowering individuals to decipher their own dream meanings * Some of the ways in which dreams communicate with us through a structured language of powerful symbolism * How to recognize the feeling of resonance that accompanies a truly accurate dream interpretation * That dreams can be a conduit for innovative ideas and creative inspiration that already exist * The powerful impact of actively engaging with your dreams through journaling and focused attention to create a beneficial feedback loop   For full show notes and links, visit: www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/755 [https://www.mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/blog/755]