Courage & Clarity (Steph Crowder )

Testing, testing... is this thing on?! 

After what accidentally became a two-year-long break, Steph Crowder is BACK on the mic ladies & gentlemen! 

Today we're talking about: 

• The story of the past 2 years worth of silence and why I'm back now 
• Why did I take a job? And how you can make the right decision about your career
• Why did I LEAVE my job and go back to business? 
• Reframing how we approach our careers ("employment" & "entrepreneurship" are not teams you pledge lifelong loyalty to)

IT'S BACK! We're talking all about my popular planning system, Your Year on the Wall!

Tickets are live at yearonthewall.com

In today's episode I'm covering... 

What is YOTW?

1. Its origin story 
2. What it's designed to do 
3. Why it's different than other planning systems you may have tried

A little about how it works at a high level (+ what's NEW)

1. Vision 
2. Money
3. Making room
4. Practices that will help me get there (HABITS)

And answering your FAQs!

1. Can this work for my personal life?
2. Can this work if I don't have a business?
3. Do I have to do a whole year?
4. Can I customize it?

My most popular training EVER, Year on the Wall, is coming up soon! Grab your spot at yearonthewall.com.

I've trained thousands of people to plan out their year ahead of time. There are 5 huge themes I see that really trip people up and keep them from living their biggest dreams. We're diving into them today!

1. Skipping vision
2. Not having a firm grasp of your "happy number" (the treadmill of Infinity money)
3. Not making room for dreams 
4. No weekly habits / not knowing which weekly habits will move the needle / not having a process for measuring how it's going 
5. Thinking it has to be perfect or that you "fail" if the plan needs to change 

My most popular training is BACK! http://yearonthewall.com

In today's episode, I've called on a few friends to tell you their Year on the Wall stories.

I can't wait for you to hear from them!

Kate: http://www.katekayaian.com
Amanda: http://catchingcreative.ca
Brian: http://https://www.briangerald.com/
Kelsey: http://www.kelseystarks.com 

Stop what you're doing, grab a piece of paper and learn how to bring instant clarity to your week in 5 minutes. This is my tried & true little process to prioritize my week, feel calm, curb the Sunday Scaries and get to WORK on what matters! 

This podcast is a piece of my writing, read aloud. Join my journey to becoming a published author! Get on my email list here (and receive my free 15 Minute Planner Method)

If you've ever said "I'm just not that good at sales and marketing", this episode is for you. I'm offering 3 big shifts to take the pressure off and actually attract customers to you without having to work so hard and feel so awkward. 

When should you pivot? When should you just push through? And when is it time to scrap a plan and start over? Today I'm offering some questions & scenarios to help you 

Wouldn't it be great if you could feel motivated about your goals ALL the time?

Yeah, same.

Here's the truth: we have inconsistent access to motivation. Same goes for "willpower". 

If you're trying to white-knuckle your way to your goals, I promise there is a better way -- and it's got nothing to do with whether you "feel like it" today. 

Tune in to hear what to do instead of "trying to get motivated". Spoiler: it is not sexy. But it is the highest form of self-love I personally have ever experienced. 

What do you think? I wanna know. DM me: @heystephcrowder on IG or email me steph@stephcrowder.com with your thoughts!

You've heard about indulging in dessert or a spa day, but what about indulging in negative emotions like confusion? You might be shocked to hear that thoughts such as "I need to get more clear before I get started!" are actually a form of procrastination and self-sabotage. In this episode I'm sharing a recent revelation I had about how we can stop indulging in confusion and simply commit to doing it confused.

Don't miss my upcoming live workshop, Sold Out With Superfans! Sign up for free at stephcrowder.com/workshop

We know starting a business is hard, but the less-talked-about middle stages of business building are actually the most treacherous. While 20% of businesses fail in their first year, 70% won't make it out of a decade.

In this episode, Steph tells you everything you need to know about setting yourself up for success in this stage. Whether you are weathering the messy middle of entrepreneurship today, or if you're not quite there yet, tune in to hear the common mistakes -- and what you need to do to thrive through this time!

The Messy Middle Mastermind is OPEN for enrollment. We kick off on April 17! Apply now while spots remain. http://stephcrowder.com/mastermind

Today's episode is extra special because I'm sitting down with my client, Melinda Nelson-Hurst, who has been working with me for 5 years & counting.

Melinda shares her journey from zero customers, to working with 130+ people in her course (called Scribal School)  all over the world.

If you've wondered how a successful business can look even when the topic is unique (like teaching Ancient texts!), this episode will inspire you to pursue your wild ideas.

More about Melinda:

Voices of Ancient Egypt YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/voicesofancientegypt
Half-Hour Hieroglyphs - a free guide to getting started with hieroglyphs: voicesofancientegypt.com/guide

The Messy Middle Mastermind is OPEN! We start April 17. http://stephcrowder.com/mastermind

In today's episode, I'm sharing a snippet of my recent training, Sold Out With Superfans! My 6 month mastermind is currently OPEN for enrollment. We start Monday, April 17! Head to http://stephcrowder.com/mastermind to see all the details. 

In today's episode, you'll hear from my long-time client Dianne Moore. In this episode Dianne shares how through our work together, she's released herself from the shackles of social media  -- and she's making more money because of it. Dianne's website: https://www.moorebetterfood.com/

You know that thing that happens when you MISS? It could be a workout, an appointment you had with yourself to record a podcast, a launch you promised you'd get off the ground... you name it, there are moments when our best laid plans go awry. How you respond to those moments is where your story is truly written. Tune into this episode to learn about the power of "where you left off" thinking. 

When it comes time to SELL, do you find yourself shrinking back with a gut full of dread? The easiest switch to flip is what I call finding the lie. Tune in to learn how  to instantly switch to excitement + authenticity when you sell. 

Do you struggle to promote your service or product because you don't feel you can honestly promise results? Perhaps you feel that results vary too much -- you worry a client might buy from you, then get angry when they do not get the results you promised. 

Today's episode is about exactly how to solve this very problem so you can talk about the amazing possibilities within your program WITHOUT feeling like an over-promising liar. 

Why does building a business feel so hard sometimes? And isn't that a sign I'm not on the right path? Shouldn't the right path feel EASY? Steph answers this question with her updated thoughts -- and they've changed over the years. You might be surprised by the answer. 

Join Steph in this riveting episode as we delve into a transformative experience at a game-changing mastermind event in New York. Steph shares how clarity became the catalyst for a newfound sense of purpose, direction, and passion in her business. Discover the unparalleled value of clarity, the importance of embracing what worked, and the power of having a coach by your side. Get ready to be fired up and inspired as we explore the art of decisive action and the path to unwavering success. 

Host Steph Crowder opens up about her personal journey with alcohol, sharing why she decided to quit drinking completely, the changes she experienced, and what helped her along the way. Steph candidly explores the impact alcohol had on her life, discussing her fears and curiosities while facing the challenge of breaking free from societal norms. With vulnerability and inspiring insights, she offers her story as an example for those curious about living an alcohol-free life and delves into the transformative power of making such a choice. 

In this episode, I'm recounting my $40K revenue success story by harnessing the power of superfans. By focusing on doing 3 things, Compel, Confirm, and Care, you can build a devoted community rather than focusing on an unnecessarily large audience. Get inspired to create a superfan-driven business without relying so heavily on traditional sales pages that might not even get you results.

FREE SALES TRAINING CLASS: August 23! Register here.

In this episode, you'll learn how to stop force-feeding your customers a plate of spinach & instead serve up your products like a delicious smoothie they can't resist. Plus, discover why showing up is the name of the game and how to get visible 10x more than you think. Finally, we talk about how overteaching can backfire and how to simplify your sales process to reel in those dream clients. Say goodbye to empty chairs and hello to a thriving business.

What if you are one simple tweak away from the results you want in your business? Learn how to supercharge your results by making simple but powerful tweaks to your visibility strategy.

FREE TRAINING on August 23! Sold Out With Superfans 

Discover six transformative lessons drawn from a sold-out offer in this episode. Learn the art of authentic communication, moving beyond sales-focused messages to capture your ideal clients' attention. Embrace the power of meaningful outreach, understanding that valuable tidbits truly resonate -- and the intrusion you perceive is only happening in YOUR own mind. Let go of engagement metrics, focusing on providing value, and understand the importance of offering enticing previews rather than overwhelming clients. Embrace the magic of unpredictability and persist until the final moment, as success often emerges from doubt.

Join the free live workshop on August 23 - Sold Out With Superfans 

Overwhelm? Confusion? Not enough clients? Learn the 3 Step System that creates a crystal clear plan, a repeatable sales cycle in your business, and best of all: the confidence you crave as a business owner with a predictable, sustainable business.

Join me for a deeper dive in my free training on August 23! Sold Out With Superfans: Build a Community That Can't Wait to Click BUY

We're kicking off a mini-series called "What's Working Now" where I'm chatting with some of my current Messy Middle business coaching clients. In this episode, we're chatting with Melinda Nelson-Hurst, who's back on the show for the second time. She's an Egyptologist with a passion for teaching hieroglyphs. Melinda shares how she launched & SOLD OUT her program, Scribal Circle, without even needing a sales page. Plus, she shares how personal invitations and customized approaches have been key to her success.

Join my workshop next week, Sold Out With Superfans, to learn more about The Messy Middle! JOIN HERE

Today I'm chatting with my client, Ali Miller, a couples communication coach with a background in therapy. We dive into Ali's journey of creating an online coaching program for couples, exploring the challenges she faced in deciding between pre-recorded courses and live coaching. My guidance leads Ali to find clarity in starting with live coaching to refine her program before recording it. We discuss strategies like the "Let's Talk" email approach, an amazing tactic for creating conversation. The episode explores the power of group coaching and the benefits of being part of the "Messy Middle" mentorship program, providing listeners with valuable insights into business growth and community building.

Register for my free training August 23, Sold Out With Superfans!

Join me for this special encore of my latest training, Sold Out With Superfans: Build a Community That Can't Wait to Click "BUY"!

ENROLLMENT FOR THE MESSY MIDDLE IS OPEN, but not for long! Read more & apply here

In this episode, join us for an insightful conversation with a current Messy Middle client, Rebecca Blackburn. Discover the transformative power of coaching in business, the importance of clear and effective messaging, and the art of executing a successful product launch. Tune in to gain invaluable insights that will undoubtedly propel your entrepreneurial journey.

THE MESSY MIDDLE IS OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT! APPLY NOW

In this episode, my client Lesley McShane tells us about her Messy Middle journey so far. She dives into her success with growing her community every day, thanks to a newly developed Community Anchor.

The Messy Middle is OPEN for enrollment until Friday, September 1! Submit your quick application here. 

Today's mini-sode is a walk & talk journey of self-discovery. Let's talk about navigating life and business without relying on quick fixes like alcohol and how we can learn to embrace moments of feeling bad. I'm opening up about facing frustration, sickness, and grumpiness head-on without trying to immediately fix them. We must accept that feeling bad is part of the human experience, both in life and in business. It's a refreshing perspective I think, and I invite you to practice self-compassion and create space for your emotions -- the good & the bad. 

What does it take to have a successful offer in 2023? What's working right now? Is online business dying?! (Hardly!) In this insightful episode, we delve into the world of high-impact entrepreneurship by dissecting the secrets behind a remarkable $126,000 mastermind launch. Steph takes you through the journey, offering a comprehensive analysis of the five key takeaways that drove this success. From strategic planning to effective marketing tactics, you'll discover the indispensable lessons that can transform your business ventures. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode provides invaluable insights to help you unlock your own path to success. Join us as we unravel the strategies that can elevate your entrepreneurial endeavors to new heights.

There's so much sizzle & buzz in starting things. That fresh slate feeling, the optimism that comes with a brand new project... the energy is addictive. But what about finishing? For many of us creatives & entrepreneurs, taking things over the finish line is quite a bit more challenging. Why is finishing so uncomfortable? What do we do when our brains try to convince us NOT to finish? And what does it look like to "finish strong" across multiple areas of business? Tune in to today's episode to hear all of this & more. 

As we approach the fall season and the holiday whirlwind, it's the perfect time to revisit our habits and routines. I've been pondering the question of why habits don't stick for several reasons, notably helping the clients in my six-month mastermind, The Messy Middle create habits they can stick to when it comes to getting the most out of the program and also because of habits that I've been weaving into my everyday life. The key lesson I've learned is the importance of separating habit formation from habit perfection. And when you do that? Watch the way your life starts to change. Listen in to learn more and start creating habits you can stick to. 

When is the right time to hire someone for your business? It's probably a lot sooner than you think. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, these 8 tips to help you hire the right person will help as you begin stepping fully into your role as a CEO. Plus, I'm sharing a bit of the behind-the-scenes of hiring my new operations assistant and how it's made a huge impact in such a short time. 

Ever wondered what my journey with entrepreneurship has been over the years?

I got to sit down with my friend Claire Pelletreau on her podcast, The Get Paid Podcast, and spill the story about my journey,  what it was like to leave my business and take a job for a year, then come back, and what the numbers looked like through it all. 

Year on the Wall 2024 is right around the corner, and I can't contain my excitement. This event is my Super Bowl, the culmination of my business coaching year, and my yearly planning process. It's not just about pretty calendar pages; it's a transformative strategy that has drawn over 1,189 participants over the years.

If you're new to Year on the Wall, don't worry, this episode has everything you need to know.  Year on the Wall serves as your essential map. I'm excited to teach you how to set meaningful goals, understand your financial numbers, and create a comprehensive plan for 2024.

It's going down on December 4th, 2023, at 11 am ET, and you can get in for just $47. If you can't make it live, a replay will be available.

Get your ticket at yearonthewall.com and let's make 2024 your best year yet!

Today's episode dives deep into the first pillar of the year on the wall process—goals and goal setting. 

We're breaking down why the ways you may have set goals in the past fall short in delivering what we truly want in life and business.

It doesn't have to feel like an uphill battle or a constant setup for failure. We're ditching the old goal-setting routine and replacing it with something fresh, something I like to call "vision casting."

As we step into 2024, forget hoping to achieve your goals, and let's craft a rock-solid action plan you genuinely believe in. 

The key? Creating a crystal clear vision for your year and letting that be your guide. And I'm going to walk you through it step by step in my Year on the Wall training happening December 4th at 11 am ET.

Head to www.yearonthewall.com to get your ticket, I cannot wait to see you there!

In this episode, we're exploring the second pillar of the Year on the Wall process, which is money. And specifically, mistakes you should avoid when it comes to money in 2024.

When we talk about money in my Year in the Wall training, there's generally a collective sigh of relief that you can do this. You can build your dream business and your dream life. It is possible.

But in order to get there, you've got to make a plan and know the mistakes that entrepreneurs make when it comes to money, and how to avoid those mistakes.

Listen in and make sure to grab your ticket to my Year on the Wall training at www.yearonthewall.com.

Today we're talking through four steps to reverse-engineer a 12-month plan to help you know exactly what you're doing in business for 2024.

Let me be clear though, planning your whole year in advance is not trying to control the next 12 months.  We're going for progress and purpose.

Listen in and we'll talk about how to avoid plan red flags and the four steps to create a plan that will set you free.

This is just part of what we go deep on in my Year on the Wall training happening on December 4th at 11 am ET. Get your ticket to join us at www.yearonthewall.com and I can't wait to see you there!

In today's episode, I'm covering the most valuable lessons I've learned when it comes to making progress on your plans.

Because once you've got the plan, that's when the work begins.

You know what you have to do. You even know how to do it.

But how do you actually get yourself to do the work?

Namely, how do you make meaningful progress without your plan snowballing into all the things you "should" be doing instead?

I've got four things in this episode that can help you really make progress, so listen in!

And to get your 2024 planned out with a game plan that has guided flexibility built in, head to www.yearonthewall.com and get your ticket to my Year on the Wall training!

It's happening live on December 4th at 11 am ET, and we'll be together for about 2 hours. If you can't be there live, catch the replay any time you wish.

You've heard me talk about my annual Year on the Wall training and how it's helped nearly 1,200 students.

If you haven't heard about this yet, go back a few episodes because this is my most popular workshop and something I get so excited to put on each year where in just 4 steps you'll have a plan and know exactly what to work on every day in 2024 to move the needle forward in your business.

In this episode, I've invited some former students to share their experiences with Year on the Wall.

Kate, Amanda, Brian, and Kelsey have each transformed their businesses since going through this training.

SAME DAY SALES IS OPEN! Check out the Google doc that's generated over $30k:  bit.ly/samedaysales
 
Before you can scale, you must first know how to sell. Too many people are chasing after the dream of a scaled business before they've ever even learned how to sell.

Once you've mastered the skill of selling, you'll be able to go out and get a customer, any time you want one. 

The answer to your growth problems isn't another idea. It's not improving your website or reworking your messaging for the thousandth time.

The answer is learning how to sell as an entrepreneur. 

That is what we're going to work on in Same Day Sales, the art of the single sale. 

Doors to Same Day Sales close on December 15th -- I hope to see you there!

Enroll at bit.ly/samedaysales

In this episode, Steph shares her 2024 predictions through the lens of what's in, and what you should leave behind in business this year. 

From making your prospects jump through hoops to work with you (out) to prioritizing quantity in your visibility plan (in) and a whole lot in between, Steph talks through what she sees needs to go in 2024 and how to replace it with what's working more for the coming year.

When it comes to setting goals, it's not just about the outcome, it's also about nailing down the actions that get you there. 

We're talking about more than just saying, "I want that million-dollar business." It's diving into the behaviors, the habits, and the things you can actually do to make it happen. 

This week, Steph explores how to combine your big dreams with the nitty-gritty actions that can truly move the needle toward what you want. 

This episode is about the paradox of successful people quitting, why it happens, and what to do if you ever face this in your business.

Steph shares a story of a client who brought this feeling with her to get coaching on as well as her own experience with the fear and shame that can surface to make someone with a successful business want to burn it all down. 

And if you've ever found yourself feeling this way, Steph shares what to do instead of quitting.

This week, Steph talks about embracing and working with life's messiness, even when it feels uncomfortable. 

In the mess, there's potential and opportunities for growth that unsuccessful people don't ever see.

This episode will help challenge your perspective on negative emotions and explore a different way to think about what it means to be "messy." 

If you resonate with the idea or have a deep knowing that it's time for you to expand your capacity and you're bumping into an upper limit right now, this episode is for you.

Steph talks about her experience with this in her business and shares 4 radical shifts that you can make to help you grow past your own plateaus in business and open yourself up to a new level of growth.

In this special episode of the Courage and Clarity podcast, Steph celebrates the show's 7th anniversary by sharing 7 lessons from her nearly decade-long podcasting journey.

From bouncing back after losing all her episodes, to taking a year off, Steph's message is to help you realize success in podcasting is totally achievable, as long as you turn the mic on and hit record.

Group (1-to-few) programs are one of the most underutilized and underhyped in the online business world.

In this episode, Steph shares how group programs can help you bridge the gap from 1:1 and scaling to 1-to-many through the power of group programs.  

Listen in as Steph gets real about her successes and lessons learned, showcasing how group programs have been a game-changer in creating a sustainable, profitable business for her.

Join Steph for her free live training, Super Fan Group Programs where you'll learn what it takes to sell out a group program with super fans and bridge the gap in your own business.

It's happening on March 13th at 11 am ET. Head to stephcrowder.com/workshop to sign up for this totally free training!

You don't have to wait and nor should you wait until your business is at some kind of arbitrary level of success or until you have your stuff together enough in order to run a group program. 

You can run a group program anytime and it's an amazing way to get proof of concept and learn about the people that you want to help.

There's so much interesting research that shows us just how much easier it is to get repeat business than it is to go out and create new customers. Of course, we love new customers, but if we can create that loyalty, that repeat business, that super fan effect, not only will you have better business results, but you're going to enjoy running your business that much more.

Listen in as Steph tackles her most asked questions about what it's like to run a group program to help decide if they're right for you!

Tune in for this special episode as Steph chats with her dear friend, Claire Pelletreau, on The Get Paid Podcast.

Claire and Steph talk about their experiences with digital courses, group programs, and the merits of running group programs while you're figuring out your big digital course idea.

If this resonates with you, head to www.stephcrowder.com/workshop to sign up for the free training, Super Fan Group Programs happening on March 13th!

This week, Steph sat down with one of her clients in the Messy Middle mastermind, Kate Kayaian to chat about her experience and how she had a $50,000 launch using the material inside the program before it officially even started.

Listen in to learn how she did it, and be sure to get more details about the Messy Middle at stephcrowder.com/mastermind. 

Everything we talk about in this episode in terms of Kate's experience is part of this mastermind.

In this episode, Steph talks about the 5 steps she’s developed to go from that up and down inconsistent feeling in your business to that smooth and steady, sustainable and repeatable sales process that you can relax into for many years to come.

If you want to learn more about how to do this for yourself, head to stephcrowder.com/workshop to save your seat to the free training Super Fan Group Programs. It’s happening March 13th, so click the link and save your seat!

This week, Steph sat down with one of her clients in the Messy Middle mastermind, Amanda Boleyn to chat about her experience pivoting from one successful business to building another.

Steph and Amanda talk through the choice to join the Messy Middle and recognize how important it is to have a container where you're getting feedback, accountability, and support along the journey of building a business.

Listen in to learn how valuable the support of this mastermind has been for Amanda, and be sure to get more details about the Messy Middle at stephcrowder.com/mastermind. 

This week, Steph sat down with one of her clients in the Messy Middle mastermind, Jamison Worley to chat about her experience scaling her booked out 1:1 practice with group programs

Steph and Jamison talk about how her busy practice led her to the Messy Middle to think about the future in terms of what a scaled offer could look like and how it led to her finding her creative entrepreneurial spark again.

Listen in to learn how Jamison started to scale her business in this mastermind, and be sure to get more details about the Messy Middle at stephcrowder.com/mastermind. 

This week, Steph sat down with one of her clients in the Messy Middle mastermind, Kinzie Elizabeth to chat about their experience and how they had doubled their investment within the first month of the program.

Listen in to learn how they took a chance on the Messy Middle, even though it was a stretch financially, showed up as their whole self, and learned how to co-create a group program with her super fans.

Get more details about the Messy Middle at stephcrowder.com/mastermind. 

Steph was live with her action-packed, free training "Superfan Group Programs: Sell Out Every Time with a Community that Clicks BUY" and wants to bring all of this juicy info to you!

Here's what she covers in this episode:

-  Exactly how you can create a superfan-fueled business with sold out offers, even without a huge audience
- The roadmap you need to have a 5-6 figure launch in 5-6 weeks
- An overview of Steph's 90 day planning process & how it can create instant clarity to improve your results
- How you can get clear, feel confident and generate cash – leaving the overwhelm, exhaustion & confusion behind
- How to break down the offer math you need to have a 6 figure year with group programs – and a visual map of what to do in the next 12 months!

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ENROLLMENT FOR THE MESSY MIDDLE MASTERMIND IS OPEN!

​Head to stephcrowder.com/mastermind to read about it & submit an application -- it takes 2 minutes!​

You will have the opportunity to have a Next Steps Call with Steph to explore how exactly this might work for you.

This is Steph's 6 month in-the-trenches-WITH-you 6 month mentorship experience.

Three steps come to mind when we think about what it takes to have a successful group program:

1. Promote
2. Fill
3. Repeat. 

The first thing you have to do to fill a group program is to get better at promoting in a way that is authentic, aligned, sustainable, consistent, and easy for you to do.

Once you get good at promotion, your next step is to fill your program. This is where the cornerstone, the foundation of ​The Messy Middle comes into play.

And once you get good at filling your program, you will also understand and document your repeatable sales process.

Listen in to learn more, and be sure to check out The Messy Middle here:  stephcrowder.com/mastermind 

This week, Steph is bringing you an episode from the Courage and Clarity vault. We hope you enjoy a peek into the past, the version of this podcast and this business that built the Steph Crowder that you hear today.

Today Steph is sharing 3 ways to handle negative feedback, and how to reframe it once you get it. Steph believes that anticipating the negative feedback and having a fear of that type of feedback is actually scarier than the feedback itself.

Once you can take a step back and interpret the negative feedback for what it is, it can be really constructive for your business. But the key is you have to know when to take action on feedback and you have to know when to leave it for what it is.

This week Steph talks about her number one mindset going into any launch: Talk to the Ten.

This has made the difference between successful launches and average launches. 

Talk to the Ten is this concept that there are 10 more people out there who are reading, watching, listening, considering, and thinking about working with Steph.

There are 10 people out there who are ready, 10 people that just need one more push to say yes.

Listen in to learn how to talk to your ten and change your launch results for the better.

This week, Steph is bringing you an episode from the Courage and Clarity vault. We hope you enjoy a peek into the past, the version of this podcast and this business that built the Steph Crowder that you hear today.

In this episode, Steph talks through a reframing of the type of willpower that is "expected" on a Monday morning and specifically how to listen to yourself where you're at.

Sometimes that takes throwing out the plan and using the freedom available as a business owner to do what feels good, to rest when you need to, and to embrace the power of B- work.

In this episode, Steph is debriefing her most recent launch of the Messy Middle mastermind including the one change that resulted in her largest revenue launch to date.

This week, Steph opens up about some challenges she's been working on and coaching clients through surrounding the transition from selling and launching to the work of delivering for clients.

Listen in for the five things that have Steph feel less nervous and lean into the excitement of starting with new clients.

This week, Steph presents a hot take on the real reason you aren't where you want to be in life and business. 

Listen in as she unpacks and proves why you're probably doing this one thing, how it's keeping you from getting the results you want, and what it takes to actually get there.

Today's episode addresses a question that comes up over and over again in Steph's programs: "What do I do if it's not working?"

Listen in as Steph talks through the mindset shift that helps her clients stop wondering if it's time to pivot and start filling up their programs.

This week, Steph is announcing the comeback of her very popular and totally free 5 day challenge called Selling Made Simple.

Listen in as she gives an overview of the challenge, who it's for, how it works, and the thought process behind bringing this challenge back after running it last in 2019.

Selling Made Simple is happening June 3rd-7th and you can sign up for free at stephcrowder.com/challenge

This week, Steph sat down with her biz bestie Claire Pells to explore the concept of objection handling while selling during a launch.

Specifically about strengthening the ability to overcome client objections to help people who are interested and asking questions about your offer.

Some things that Steph and Claire explore include:
- Is overcoming objections unethical?
- How does overcoming objections make you a better coach?
- Does not overcoming objections actually let your clients down?
- How to stop people pleasing your prospects

Be sure to get signed up for Steph's  upcoming 5 Day Challenge called Selling Made Simple, happening live June 3rd-June 7th 2024: stephcrowder.com/challenge

Every successful business owner knows how to do this: scrappy selling. 

And guess what? They're just not telling you about it. They know how to be active. They know how to go and create clients. They know that if money were to get tight, if an unexpected tax bill were to pop up, if their child has an emergency and they need to create more revenue in their business for personal, any reason they need to create more money,  they know they can do that. 

They know how to roll up their sleeves. And they know exactly what is required to create that result in their businesses.  

And that's where the confidence piece comes in. 

When you know that you can always go and get sales.  You're confident.  There's nothing to be afraid of.

Listen in to learn how to boost cash and confidence through scrappy selling, and be sure to sign up for my free 5 day challenge called Selling Made Simple, happening June 3-7, 2024! Head to stephcrowder.com/challenge to secure your spot!

Steph is hosting the Selling Made Simple challenge all week long for her email subscribers and members of her Facebook group (the Courage & Clarity Community).

This episode is the day 1 deep dive live stream lesson all about who you're meant to serve.

Each day this week, challengers are receiving daily topics in their email every day at 7 am ET with a take-action worksheet and a simple five-minute mission to complete.

Then, at 12 pm ET each day until June 7th, Steph goes live for a 30 minute training inside the community.

Want to join in? It's not too late! Head to stephcrowder.com/challenge to get signed up and you'll get an email that will get you caught up!

Stay tuned for more, because on Friday, June 7th, the challenge is ending with a brand new training called 3 Simple Steps to Get a Sale in 24 Hours. Any time, even if you have a full-time job, kids, and a busy summer.

Tune in, and kickstart your summer with Selling Made Simple!

Steph is hosting the Selling Made Simple challenge all week long for her email subscribers and members of her Facebook group (the Courage & Clarity Community).

This episode is the day 2 deep dive live stream lesson all about how to write a compelling sales story.

Each day this week, challengers are receiving daily topics in their email every day at 7 am ET with a take-action worksheet and a simple five-minute mission to complete.

Then, at 12 pm ET each day until June 7th, Steph goes live for a 30 minute training inside the community.

Want to join in? It's not too late! Head to stephcrowder.com/challenge to get signed up and you'll get an email that will get you caught up!

Stay tuned for more, because on Friday, June 7th, the challenge is ending with a brand new training called 3 Simple Steps to Get a Sale in 24 Hours (Anytime You Want One), even if you have a full-time job, kids, and a busy summer.

Tune in, and kickstart your summer with Selling Made Simple!

Steph is hosting the Selling Made Simple challenge all week long for her email subscribers and members of her Facebook group (the Courage & Clarity Community).

This episode is the day 3 deep dive live stream lesson all about one easy strategy to draw buyers in.

Each day this week, challengers are receiving daily topics in their email every day at 7 am ET with a take-action worksheet and a simple five-minute mission to complete.

Then, at 12 pm ET each day until June 7th, Steph goes live for a 30 minute training inside the community.

Want to join in? It's not too late! Head to stephcrowder.com/challenge to get signed up and you'll get an email that will get you caught up!

Stay tuned for more, because on Friday, June 7th, the challenge is ending with a brand new training called 3 Simple Steps to Get a Sale in 24 Hours (Anytime You Want One), even if you have a full-time job, kids, and a busy summer.

Tune in, and kickstart your summer with Selling Made Simple!

Steph is hosting the Selling Made Simple challenge all week long for her email subscribers and members of her Facebook group (the Courage & Clarity Community).

This episode is the day 4 deep dive live stream lesson all about how to instantly build trust to prime your buyers.

Each day this week, challengers are receiving daily topics in their email every day at 7 am ET with a take-action worksheet and a simple five-minute mission to complete.

Then, at 12 pm ET each day until June 7th, Steph goes live for a 30 minute training inside the community.

Want to join in? It's not too late! Head to stephcrowder.com/challenge to get signed up and you'll get an email that will get you caught up!

Stay tuned for more, because on Friday, June 7th, the challenge is ending with a brand new training called 3 Simple Steps to Get a Sale in 24 Hours (Anytime You Want One), even if you have a full-time job, kids, and a busy summer.

Tune in, and kickstart your summer with Selling Made Simple!

In this episode, you'll hear from three of Steph's current Same Day Sales clients --  Jill, Stephanie, and Ita. These are three real clients that joined Same Day Sales at the end of 2023. They've been in the program for about six months and they're sharing a little bit about what their experience has been like. 

Same Day Sales is Steph's 12 month coaching and sales training program for people who want learn how to get a sale in 24 hours, anytime they want one.

It's currently open for enrollment, and you can check out all of the details at stephcrowder.com/sds.

The doors are open through Friday, June 14th and we won't be opening enrollment again for a while, so read the details here and get signed up!

Listen in to this episode to learn 3 simple steps to get a sale in 24 hours and about Same Day Sales, Steph's 12 month coaching and sales training program.

Doors are currently open for enrollment, and you can check out all of the details at stephcrowder.com/sds.

The doors are open through Friday, June 14th and we won't be opening enrollment again for a while, so read the details here and get signed up!

This week, Steph is bringing you an episode from the Courage and Clarity vault. We hope you enjoy a peek into the past, the version of this podcast and this business that built the Steph Crowder that you hear today.

In this episode, Steph talks through 15 powerful sales affirmations that have helped Steph and her clients make selling feel aligned and connected.

 If you're someone who doesn't like sales, who avoids it, or who feels like they just aren't good at selling, you're definitely gonna want to listen to this one! 

This week, Steph gives her open and honest thoughts in the middle of her launch for Same Day Sales, her 12 month sales training and coaching program.

In this episode, you'll hear her  real in-the-moment thoughts during the "mid-launch slump" that often occurs where she hadn't yet known the outcome of her launch.

This week, Steph is bringing you an episode from the Courage and Clarity vault! We hope you enjoy a peek into the past, the version of this podcast and this business that built the Steph Crowder that you hear today.

In this episode, Steph is giving 4 steps to plan your entire week in just 15 minutes using her tried and true 15-minute planner method!

You can grab yours at stephcrowder.com/plan!

This week, Steph is talking about what happens when you miss your sales goal, losing as a skill, and sharing some takeaways after unpacking her most recent launch. Listen in to dive deep on the concept of turning a miss into momentum and reframing a loss into a learning opportunity.

Even though January will be here before we know it, there's so much time left in the year. You could change your whole life in the next six months. We are officially in the second half of 2024 at the time of this recording and Steph spends this episode helping you to decide what you want the rest of this year to be.

Listen in as to learn the 5 steps you can take to re-focus, re-commit, and make massive progress over the next 6 months.

After 10 years of business coaching in the online space, Steph Crowder is delighted to reveal her rebranded online identity!

This is a project that's been in the works for most of this year and includes a full rebrand over at stephcrowder.com, a refresh of the podcast including new cover art and introduction, and more!

To kick off her rebrand, Steph sat down to chat with Jasmine Haitalani of Highflier Powerhouse, the design agency behind the new Steph Crowder visual brand!

Check Jasmine and her team out at her website highflierpowerhouse.com and be sure to listen to her podcast, Brand Your Way to A Million.

Steph talks about easy ways to feel supported WITHOUT big budgets or having to hire. She shares different examples of ways she seeks out support in small ways that help her balance the priorities of her family life with business.

This week, Steph talks through her S.H.A.R.E. method to help you create extremely valuable content that makes people stop, engage, and take action with you while deepening your thought leadership.

This week, Steph talks with her biz bestie Claire Pells about her expertise around Facebook ads, and about Claire's program called Absolute FB Ads.

Steph is a client of the program and in this episode, Claire coaches Steph through some of her mindset around Facebook ads and common questions that come up in the mastermind.

Be sure to listen in for details about Absolute FB Ads (including a really great bonus) and head to stephcrowder.com/claire to check it out!

This week, Steph talks about a specific sales situation that has come up in her mastermind that actually happens over and over again for anyone that's trying to fill a group program.

Learn how walking away from a "no" right away can actually be a disservice to your clients that want to say yes, but feel like they should say no -- and how to make sure your leads are confident in their yes or no.

This week, Steph is taking you on another walk and talk discussing the range of emotions that come up while being highly visible during a launch and how the natural, normal negative emotions don't have to become a spiral of shame or misery if you choose to just allow the negative emotion to be a part of the process.

Listen in as Steph talks through what it could look like to choose differently, especially as you get more visible during a launch.

Welcome to the first in an eight part series called 8 Reasons Your Group Program Isn't Filling Up!

We're dropping this series all at once so you can binge-listen in one sitting or listen to one episode at a time.

When you put the eight reasons together, you'll have a pretty complete picture as to why you're not getting the number of clients that you want to get into your group programs, or your offers in general.

Steph is hosting a free workshop on September 25th where I'm sharing my step-by-step roadmap to fill your group program in just 5 weeks, so if you like this series, be sure to save your seat at stephcrowder.com/workshop!

Welcome to the second in an eight part series called 8 Reasons Your Group Program Isn't Filling Up!

We're dropping this series all at once so you can binge-listen in one sitting or listen to one episode at a time.

When you put the eight reasons together, you'll have a pretty complete picture as to why you're not getting the number of clients that you want to get into your group programs, or your offers in general.

Steph is hosting a free workshop on September 25th where I'm sharing my step-by-step roadmap to fill your group program in just 5 weeks, so if you like this series, be sure to save your seat at stephcrowder.com/workshop!

Welcome to the third in an eight part series called 8 Reasons Your Group Program Isn't Filling Up!

We're dropping this series all at once so you can binge-listen in one sitting or listen to one episode at a time.

When you put the eight reasons together, you'll have a pretty complete picture as to why you're not getting the number of clients that you want to get into your group programs, or your offers in general.

Steph is hosting a free workshop on September 25th where I'm sharing my step-by-step roadmap to fill your group program in just 5 weeks, so if you like this series, be sure to save your seat at stephcrowder.com/workshop!

Welcome to the fourth in an eight part series called 8 Reasons Your Group Program Isn't Filling Up!

We're dropping this series all at once so you can binge-listen in one sitting or listen to one episode at a time.

When you put the eight reasons together, you'll have a pretty complete picture as to why you're not getting the number of clients that you want to get into your group programs, or your offers in general.

Steph is hosting a free workshop on September 25th where I'm sharing my step-by-step roadmap to fill your group program in just 5 weeks, so if you like this series, be sure to save your seat at stephcrowder.com/workshop!

Welcome to the fifth in an eight part series called 8 Reasons Your Group Program Isn't Filling Up!

We're dropping this series all at once so you can binge-listen in one sitting or listen to one episode at a time.

When you put the eight reasons together, you'll have a pretty complete picture as to why you're not getting the number of clients that you want to get into your group programs, or your offers in general.

Steph is hosting a free workshop on September 25th where I'm sharing my step-by-step roadmap to fill your group program in just 5 weeks, so if you like this series, be sure to save your seat at stephcrowder.com/workshop!

Welcome to the sixth in an eight part series called 8 Reasons Your Group Program Isn't Filling Up!

We're dropping this series all at once so you can binge-listen in one sitting or listen to one episode at a time.

When you put the eight reasons together, you'll have a pretty complete picture as to why you're not getting the number of clients that you want to get into your group programs, or your offers in general.

Steph is hosting a free workshop on September 25th where I'm sharing my step-by-step roadmap to fill your group program in just 5 weeks, so if you like this series, be sure to save your seat at stephcrowder.com/workshop!

Welcome to the seventh in an eight part series called 8 Reasons Your Group Program Isn't Filling Up!

We're dropping this series all at once so you can binge-listen in one sitting or listen to one episode at a time.

When you put the eight reasons together, you'll have a pretty complete picture as to why you're not getting the number of clients that you want to get into your group programs, or your offers in general.

Steph is hosting a free workshop on September 25th where I'm sharing my step-by-step roadmap to fill your group program in just 5 weeks, so if you like this series, be sure to save your seat at stephcrowder.com/workshop!

Welcome to the last episode in an eight part series called 8 Reasons Your Group Program Isn't Filling Up!

We're dropping this series all at once so you can binge-listen in one sitting or listen to one episode at a time.

When you put the eight reasons together, you'll have a pretty complete picture as to why you're not getting the number of clients that you want to get into your group programs, or your offers in general.

Steph is hosting a free workshop on September 25th where I'm sharing my step-by-step roadmap to fill your group program in just 5 weeks, so if you like this series, be sure to save your seat at stephcrowder.com/workshop!

In this episode Steph interviews her client Ali Miller!

They dive into Ali's transformation while in the Sold Out Group Programs mastermind (formerly the Messy Middle). Ali shares her experiences of launching her podcast, 'Love Each Other Better,' overcoming her initial fears, and achieving impressive results including exceeding her MVI! 

Listen in to get an insight into Ali's work as a certified Couples Communication Clini-Coach® and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist as well as highlighting the importance of tracking progress, developing sales skills, and stepping into the CEO mindset. 

Connect with Ali Miller:

• Find Ali on Instagram and Facebook at AliMillerCoaching 
• Check out Ali's Free Mini-Course: The 4 Steps to Stop Any Fight Without Giving In
• Book a 30 minute call with Ali
• Listen to the Love Each Other Better Podcast

>> Be sure to grab your seat to Steph's free live workshop coming up on September 25th! It's called Fill Your Group Program in 5  Weeks: A 3-Part Roadmap to Consistently Sell Out Your Offer, Year-Round, Anytime.

Head to stephcrowder.com/workshop to sign up!

In this episode, Steph interviews her Sold Out Group Programs client Christal Allen-Harrahill, a life and marriage coach who helps couples improve communication and get closer after arguments.

Listen in as Christal shares about her experience in the mastermind, and about overcoming fear, redefining her messaging to be more impactful, and finally cracking the code to generating consistent clients. 

Connect with Christal:

• on Instagram @marriagecoachchristal
• on a strategy call at christalallen.com/chat
• by listening to her podcast Create Better Communication in Your Marriage

>> Be sure to grab your seat to Steph's free live workshop coming up on September 25th! It's called Fill Your Group Program in 5  Weeks: A 3-Part Roadmap to Consistently Sell Out Your Offer, Year-Round, Anytime.

Head to stephcrowder.com/workshop to sign up!

In this episode, Steph chats with Dr. Destini Copp, a digital product business and a certified business growth coach for digital product entrepreneurs, about her experience in the Sold Out Group Programs mastermind!

Destini is a seasoned pro when it comes to entrepreneurship and marketing in her work as a professor, and with her successful digital product business. She came to Sold Out Group Programs to learn the skill of selling high ticket 1:1 and group coaching offers.

Connect with Destini:

• On her website at destinicopp.com
• Listen to her podcast, the Creator's MBA podcast!

>> Be sure to grab your seat to Steph's free live workshop coming up on September 25th! It's called Fill Your Group Program in 5  Weeks: A 3-Part Roadmap to Consistently Sell Out Your Offer, Year-Round, Anytime.

Head to stephcrowder.com/workshop to sign up!

In this episode, Steph interviews her Sold Out Group Programs client Michael Kilkelly, an architect and software developer who teaches courses on Revit Add-ins for architects and engineers.

Michael shares his journey from working long hours at an architecture firm to transitioning into programming and teaching, driven by the desire to spend more time with his family.

He discusses his successful launch of Revit Add-In Academy and how joining Steph’s mastermind helped him gain structure and improve his marketing strategies.

By implementing Steph’s Buzz Blitz process, Michael increased his course enrollments from 5 to 19, even after raising the price!

Connect with Michael at archsmarter.com!

>> Be sure to grab your seat to Steph's free live workshop coming up on September 25th! It's called Fill Your Group Program in 5  Weeks: A 3-Part Roadmap to Consistently Sell Out Your Offer, Year-Round, Anytime.

Head to stephcrowder.com/workshop to sign up!

In this episode, Steph chats with client Mara Glatzel about her journey in the Sold Out Group Programs mastermind. 

They get into Mara’s experience creating her new offer Summer Camp and using the Buzz Blitz process to experiment with a new way of selling, trusting her sales experience, and implementing a repeatable process to help her stop reinventing the wheel every time she launches.

By experimenting with her process, Mara sold 60% of her Summer Camp program out to her VIP list before its official launch and had fun in the process of tapping into the new business energy of creating a new offer.

Connect with Mara:

• on Instagram @maraglatzel
• on her website at maraglatzel.com
• pick up her book Needy at your local bookstore!

>> Be sure to grab your seat to Steph's free live workshop coming up on September 25th! It's called Fill Your Group Program in 5  Weeks: A 3-Part Roadmap to Consistently Sell Out Your Offer, Year-Round, Anytime.

Head to stephcrowder.com/workshop to sign up!

Welcome to episode 100 of the Courage & Clarity Podcast (again)!

In this milestone 100th episode, Steph announces the opening of enrollment for her year-long mastermind program, Sold Out Group Programs and reflects on the evolution of the mastermind from its early days as The Messy Middle, sharing her journey and the big changes made to better serve clients.

This is the second time Courage & Clarity has reached 100 episodes, the first before Steph closed her business and took a job for a year, and again today in this new iteration which just goes to show you how powerful investing in your growth can be!

Head to stephcrowder.com/mastermind to apply to join Sold Out Group Programs today!