Hint of Hustle with Heather Sager (Heather Sager)

Are slides necessary in a presentation? Does virtual versus in person change that answer? And what do you do if you don’t have a great eye for design?

Slides reinforce what you're saying and to help with understanding.  And when used well, they’re a powerful tool for delivering your message more effectively.

Not to worry. In today's episode, my guest Emily Hall, founder and lead creator at E + M Creative (an amazing agency that does presentations and design for speakers and online entrepreneurs) joins us to talk about how you can structure your slides in a more sexy and effective way for your audience and your business.

She’s breaking down the top mistakes presenters make with their slides, how you can correct them and how to adapt your visuals for different environments (including virtual presentations). Stick with us until the end and you’ll learn her three C’s for more effective slides.  I hope you’ll enjoy listening and learning from Emily as much as I did

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Do you consider yourself a good presenter? Maybe you’ve worked hard at it— or maybe you were born with natural talent.

Maybe you wouldn’t classify yourself as “good” when it comes to speaking to audiences (but you’d like to).

Either way, the important question to ask yourself  is— what measuring stick are you using to make that evaluation? Chances are it’s all just— feeling.

And while emotion is critical when it comes to speaking, it isn’t the best assessment tool ;)

Truth is — it’s difficult to measure our own skill of speaking when there isn’t always numerical data to pull from. I mean, sure, when we use speaking for growing our online businesses, core metrics like leads and sales will tell us if we’re on track.

But if you are “off track”, how do you self correct to know exactly WHAT to work on?

Speaking is a SKILL. And in this episode, you’re going to learn how to evaluate yourself on the 5 levels of speaking. I’ll also walk you through my matrix for identifying skills to lean into in your business (and which to stop trying to learn).

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When you position yourself as an industry authority, opportunities will come to YOU. You attract clients, get more recognition and get paid, very well. But in a world full of competition and endless marketing messages, how do you stand out and why would someone choose YOU?

Today’s episode will show you the 4 drivers that define every industry authority and how to leverage them for your brand. You’ll learn how to be more sophisticated when talking about what it is you do, where to focus your efforts and how to evaluable your own credibility.

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I don’t have to tell you that getting your message noticed in this era of CONTENT OVERLOAD takes work.

But did you know that you could actually be causing your ideal client to pass right by your amazing tips and juicy insights?

It doesn’t matter how deep your experience or good your results, if your ideal client never hears, what chance do you have for them to love it, sign up for your free guide or join your program?

In today’s episode, I’ll share with you one of the top mistakes I help my clients correct when speaking to their ideal person. More importantly, I’ll teach you how to FIX IT so that your message will get heard and get them into action.

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In today's episode, I'm welcoming back to the show one my dear friends, Krystal Proffitt for a revealing discussion on how she has leveraged the skill of speaking to grow her brand and land every single stage on her dream list for 2021. 

In previous episodes, we’ve talked about the fear of public speaking, but what about the business owners who love speaking and have never been one to shy away from an audience?

Enter Krystal. She’s sharing how her natural strengths in communication were actually holding her back in a way that she didn't expect, plus what she specifically worked on to reach her goals.


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Even if you have no dreams of speaking on a stage— there are fundamental skills you must master as a business owner to effectively communicate with your audience. Especially if you have a desire to reach more people and create scalable programs.

In today’s episode, you’ll hear from Speak Up to Level Up member, Serena Shoup, a CPA running a virtual bookkeeping business dedicated to helping course creators. She’s someone who would not classify herself as a speaker and hated the idea of being in front of people, but had a heart to be a mentor, a desire to serve and an idea for a new offer in her business.

If leveling up in your business, reaching for bigger things, making a bigger impact with your voice and your heart is something that you're sitting with right now, I want you to listen to this interview as Serena shares her story of transformation and how she embraces her fear on stage and use it as fuel to accomplish her goals for her business.

 
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If you’ve felt the pull to share your story in a bigger way from stages, the question is when is the right time to get serious about it?

If you’re like most business owners, you have a list, a mile long filled with competing priorities– many of which are on the “do it now” list, so “speaking on stages” just doesn’t feel urgent.

But what if I told you that speaking on stages is something that can happen much sooner than you think? And what if I told you that the #1 regret my private clients have is not preparing for big stage moments sooner? What if I told you that by taking steps now to speak on stages, you would actually improve other areas of your business?

This is what we’re going to explore in today’s episode. I’ll share when to start getting serious with pursuing stages. Spoiler – the sooner you START, the sooner you'll get good at it. 

And when you have the skills to command a stage, it makes micro moments like selling, recording videos or going live, far less stressful and more impactful.

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When it comes to business content, most entrepreneurs are focused on finding a strategy that will help them stand out and get results. But what if it wasn’t about the next strategy, but rather how you’re showing up and creatively approaching the tactics you already have available to you?

Many jokingly use the phrase “I’ll sleep when I’m dead” as a badge of honor while they do whatever it takes to achieve their goals. But how can you expect yourself to be creative, think clearly and show up energetically to attract an audience if you’re physically (and mentally) exhausted?

Sleep isn't just a nice to have to feel good, it significantly impacts our performance.

And on today’s episode, you’re in for an incredible conversation with my guest, sleep and biohacking expert, Tanessa Shears, as we talk about sleep and how it impacts us as entrepreneurs. She shares actionable tips on how we can optimize our brain and body with biohacking, feel well-rested and get healthy while running our business.

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Have you ever felt super motivated to create a plan for your business, but a week later when it’s time to do the work you ghost on your scheduled lives, abandon your content batching blocks and end up in front of Netflix with all the snacks?

It’s confusing because sometimes you’re on FIRE and in flow, then the crash of the entrepreneurial roller coaster has you questioning EVERYTHING.

We often joke that it’s the life of business ownership— but what if it actually was more than that?

Today’s guest, Renae Fieck, will help you understand how your CYCLE impacts your business. Yep, we’re talking about Aunt Flow, our not so silent, business partner.

It’s one of the most empowering conversations I have had in quite some time, so I encourage you to listen with an open mind (and maybe a journal).

Renae is on a mission to change the way women lead and run businesses. She’ll help us understand the four phases of our cycle – how it impacts our communication and creativity to allow us to leverage and use it to our advantage so that we’re not feeling blindsided by things coming at us and show up in our business with the highest level of magnetism

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➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode143/

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In this final episode of our 3 part series I'm sharing my personal habits for maintaining high energy and mental resilience so I can show up in my online business and attract clients.

I just wrapped a 75 day mental toughness challenge and I’m sharing with you what motivated me to complete one of the most intense challenges on the internet— 75 Hard, TWICE.

For 75 days I worked out 2x a day for 45 minutes each, (one of which was outdoors regardless of weather), drank 1 gallon of water, read at least 10 pages from a non-fiction book, took a daily progress photo, ate super clean (with no cheats, no dairy and no alcohol)…

All while having my highest podcast download month, signed my largest 1:1 client contract, spoke on my first live stage of the year, and had the biggest ever launch for my program.

I believe that your energy, emotions and attitude impact how you show up in your business. And as a personal brand using your voice on live and virtual stages, you must have strategies in place to show up at your best— not leave it to chance.

So tune in to hear my top 4 insights from my experience (some may surprise you) and get ready to be inspired to elevate your life + business.

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➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode144/

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Would you believe me if I told you that if you showed up perfectly for your audience, you’d actually turn them off? Learn WHY and what to do instead when you show up on stages or other areas in your business where perfection keeps you stuck in this episode.

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Feel like you have too much on your plate to focus on visibility? I get it— pitching podcasts or finding stages that get your message in front of more people is an important, yet non-urgent task.

But I don’t have to tell you that if you want to grow your audience, you have to make it a priority.

So today I’m sharing my five ways you can simplify your efforts, save time and get more bang for your viability buck!

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How do you talk about yourself in a way that pulls your audience in without rambling a long life-back story?

As an online business owner, you have to know (and share) your signature story. It's the difference between that long winded resume style answer that gets people pressing the skip forward button— and your ideal customer leaning in, thinking “I’ve got to know more”.

To help you master this, we’re doing a throwback today to Episode #42 to help you master 5 insights to crafting your signature story. 

I hope you enjoy this recast and I can't wait to hear you craft your next version of your signature story.

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➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode147/

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I get a lot of non-speaking related questions from clients and audience members curious about how I structure my online business, how I leverage a team and continue to grow without working crazy hours.

So I’ve put together a series dedicated to online business over the next few weeks just for you. 

In today’s episode, I’m sharing 4 key mental shifts that have allowed me to scale the digital side of my business. Looking back on my journey, these are the key insights that I attribute to my success so I hope these lessons will help you exactly where you are.

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➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode148/

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We’ve been conditioned to believe that the more we work, the more we earn. And often we use "busy" as a badge of honor – we equate success with working more hours and how hard we put effort into our work.

But I bet, there’s not a single person in the world who wouldn’t like to work less and make more money at the same time. And maybe like me, you probably started your business because you wanted to have ownership and control of how you spent your time. You do not have this dream to be chained to your desk all the time and work ridiculous hours.

So what does it really take to GROW YOUR INCOME and INCREASE YOUR RESULTS while actually WORKING LESS? And Is it really possible?

Listen to today’s episode – it’s a podcast takeover with my business coach, James Wedmore. He shares with us what it really takes to build a thriving online business from different angles, how to MAKE MORE and WORK LESS. I love how he approaches business and makes things super tangible and tactical and I wanted to share this because it speaks to exactly what I wanted when it came to my business. 

I hope this episode improves your relationship with time, moves out of the hustle mindset and encourages you to take action and scale your business that’s aligned with your life.

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➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode149/

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Get ready for some Sager Real Talk today.

Recently I had a big realization on how entrepreneurship— specifically becoming a digital CEO, has impacted my life beyond time freedom and money. 

In today’s episode I’m getting SUPER real, sharing with you a story I’ve never shared along with a message that will remind you where to put your focus as you build your business.

I sincerely hope you enjoy this one :)


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In this week's episode, I asked my Business Coach, James Wedmore, to share the real behind-the-scenes stories of building an 8 figure online business.

James has been teaching ambitious online entrepreneurs how to skyrocket their businesses for the past 15 years—and doing it himself for even longer (you’ll hear how he really got started in business inside the interview) 

We explore parts of James’s story that he rarely talks about publicly, geek out of communication and how to show up more effectively as an online brand, plus dig into…

• The bomb he dropped in the first 30 seconds of the interview that SHOCKED me about his past
• A specific, tactical activity you can do TODAY to kickstart your breakthrough
• Why we should stop referencing impostor syndrome (and how to view it instead)
• The two core things all entrepreneurs need beyond strategy 
• The #1 mistake business owners make that keeps them on the content creation hamster wheel (and how to fix it)!

This one is packed with inspiration, insight and is damn entertaining. So if you’re not making the progress or impact you desire, this will be the fire to get you moving.

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➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode151/

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What if I told you that the difference between business owners who create BIG impact and those who struggle to get traction, comes down to the specific language they use? Both in communicating with others, but more importantly, the words they use with THEMSELVES– out loud and IN their head. 

And if I could teach you EXACTLY what to say to change your outcomes, would you be open to getting a smidge uncomfortable?

Buckle up. Today’s episode will FIRE you up, as I walk you through how to shift from the employee mindset, into the role of a digital CEO with your WORDS (because your current vocabulary might be the very thing keeping you stuck).

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➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode152/

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You are going to LOVE today’s conversation! I sat down with journalist-turned-copywriter Nicola Moors for a fascinating and insightful chat about all things copy and launching.

We dig into how copywriting is a DATA driven process (which surprised me because I think of writing as a creative thing).

Writing copy that converts was one of the most intimidating tasks in my business when I started marketing digital programs and I immediately wanted to outsource… maybe that’s you too?
 
If so,  you might be surprised by Nicola’s recommendation where she helps coaches and course creators have profitable launches fuelled by data and research. Her data-approach to messaging and funnels has won her clients above-industry-average results.

Be sure not to miss this one – it's full of practical tips and really good gems that will truly shift your perspective.


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➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode153/

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What if I told you that one overarching shift in your messaging could change the quality of the customers you attracted?

If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated because you’ve attracted freebie seekers, looky loos or clients that are super draining— today’s conversation will be a game changer. 

This episode is short and sweet - so tune in to hear this one thing that has made not only a tremendous difference in my business (and my career) and get ready there's going to be some Sager rants.

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When others have an opinion about the way you should be running your business, you might find yourself overwhelmed with feedback — both good and bad.  The question is what do you do with it, how do you handle these feelings and the weight of it when you're trying to grow a business? 

Whether it’s feedback about a presentation, a random internet stranger commenting on your content or a well intentioned family member offering ideas… knowing what to say and how to emotionally navigate these moments is a critical skill that you must master as a leader in your business. 

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Ok let’s get real this week— does visibility sometimes feel like a chore in your biz? Showing up consistently can start to feel draining and a lot of business owners are publicly sharing how “over” they are with social media, but the harsh truth is that if you’re feeling burned out or annoyed by “having to show up” for your business— your audience is going to pick up on your vibes.

Instead of fighting it— let’s make it ENJOYABLE. I’ll help you navigate just how inside this episode. These are reminders that I need to keep revisiting (and I need this message probably just as much as you do!). So it’s time to shake things up and get that magnetic groove back so that you can bring creativity in your business and inspire your audience. 

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You've most likely heard of the concept of batching (doing similar tasks together to free up time) and love the idea.  But if you can’t seem to make batching work in your biz, here's the secret spoiler – I discovered that NOT batching like the gurus glorified led to the most amazing momentum.

Curious to know more about this? Tune in to find out why I actually recommend you do not batch (especially when you're newer in your business) and what you should do instead. We're gonna dig into that in today’s episode and I’m sure you're gonna LOVE this one. 

 
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Live events are slowly making their return and business owners are also slowly integrating back in— but if you’re like me, you’re craving to be back in person to feel the electrifying energy and connection of a conference.

So the question is— are they still that? What’s changed with live events since the pandemic, what should you keep in mind when choosing events moving forward?

This week, I’m joined by my friend Emily Hall of E+M Creative (who attended the event with me) to answer these questions and share our biggest takeaways and insights from our first in person conference in TWO years– ConvertKit’s Craft+Commerce.

If you want to attend live events in the next year (or host your own!) this episode is for you :)

 
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Wooooo! You landed a podcast interview—congratulations! Whether this is your first podcast appearance or your 20th, you're probably wondering what you can do to maximize your ‘onstage’ moment and ensure you sound good in the interview! 

Get ready for this masterclass of an episode! I’m sharing EXACTLY what to do before, during, and after every podcast interview to fully leverage this opportunity for your business. This one is SO good, we created a PDF guide so don’t worry about taking ferocious notes– we got you covered with a checklist that you can use over and over again.


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➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode159/

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We know that building our email list is important but let’s be real—growing it is never as easy as we'd like it to be especially when we’re trying to grow organically. 

Tune in on today’s episode as I uncover four specific reasons why your list isn’t growing (and what you should do to get more traction). So if yours is growing painfully slow or worse, it’s been crickets on your list, it could be because you’re making one or more of these mistakes.

I hope you enjoy this week’s quick but tangible conversation to help you be more intentional with your strategy and get you results.

 
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➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode160/

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I’m launching a new business 😱 

Yep, you read that right! I’ve been hinting at something big for weeks and I can *finally* tell you all about it. I’m merging my business with E+M Creative, forming the Speaker Co.

Listen to the full episode as I’ll share with you the story of WHY and WHAT we’re doing and what’s you can expect moving forward🎉

 
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Visibility is about getting your message seen and heard by the people you want to attract. The more visible your business is, the greater the potential for paying clients.

Tune in to find out what you can do today to get traction as I share what visibility is, why it matters for your business and where to NOT waste your time and energy. It may be more important to your business than you think.

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This week you’re getting TWO speaking coaches in one episode! For the first time EVER on the show, I’m sharing my mic with my “competitor” to bring you the most amazing conversation on all things speaking, storytelling and the five stage languages YOU must master to become magnetic on stage.

You’re going to be obsessed with today’s guest: speaking coach, storytelling and communication expert— Mike Ganino.  So whether you're a first time-speaker or a seasoned speaker, this episode is going to make you laugh… and take ALL the notes. I’m advance— you’re so welcome ;)

 
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One of the best ways to get better at public speaking is to do it. But most people only practice when they are in front of a live audience (or are too terrified to get started). Wouldn't it be great if you could practice more often? Or find a low stakes way to build your confidence? Cue: live video.

Live video on social media is an unexpectedly useful tool for developing confidence and skill with public speaking. Not to mention video a fire strategy that connects you with your audience.

That is why in today’s episode I’m sharing with you the five ways that will help you redefine your leverage live video to become a magnetic speaker on any stage.

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https://heathersager.com/episode164/

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If I were to start today from scratch building my online business through speaking there are FIVE core things I’d focus on and today I’m sharing them with you. So whether you’re just getting started with crafting your message or you’re looking to be more effective when you show up— today's episode will help you: 

• intentionally get on the RIGHT stages
• put yourself in front of your ideal customers
• gain credibility & position yourself as an authority
• build an engaged audience who wants to work with you.

And be sure to check out the show notes to swipe my DM pitch script to book your next guest speaking gig or podcast.

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https://heathersager.com/episode165/

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I finally get to introduce you to my new business partner, Emily Hall! She’s a THREE time guest of the show, but this is the first official appearance since announcing The Speaker Co this summer.

If you’re like me– super curious and intrigued by what other business owners think about– then you’re going to LOVE this unscripted convo where we take you behind the scenes to how we got here, where we’re going next and what YOU can expect moving forward.

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https://heathersager.com/episode166/

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When you have big dreams of speaking on big stage, it can feel a little daunting and out of reach.

You keep asking yourself how do I get my message out there while making an impact? How can I start showing up for my people while getting more tangible and relevant results to grow my business?

– and that's exactly what we're going to tackle in today's episode.

I’ll break down the 10 stages that  are available to you RIGHT NOW to speak (some will be familiar, some will be outside the box but ALL of which puts YOU and YOUR MESSAGE in front of MORE PEOPLE.)

So if you have a dream of speaking one day and making a bigger impact, let this episode be the fire under your focus and a nudge for you to take action.

Episode Highlights:

• What happens when you don’t speak enough on “stages?”
• Leveraging your voice to reach and connect more with your ideal clients to help and serve them
• The 10 stages you can speak on to attract leads (that are NOT a big conference keynote)
• Plus how you could be speaking AKA selling right now to grow your online business

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https://heathersager.com/episode167/

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If you were handed a mic and 5 minutes to share your message, could you do it? Would you be able to distill your story– the things that have made you, YOU, into those few precious moments?

That was the exact situation today’s guest was in when she was presented with the opportunity to compete at Speaker Slam. This was a shock even to her, as she has JUST made the decision to finally act on her long time goal of becoming a speaker!

In this conversation, she shares her personal journey on how she worked hard to hone her speaking skills and took action to own her dream. We dive into the importance of practicing and getting feedback from peers, how investing in yourself can push you forward to your goals, and most importantly how you can distill your story into one powerful core message that can move your audience.

Episode Highlights:

• Penny’s journey from working on her speaking skills to becoming the winner of Speaker Slam
• How investing in yourself (AKA joining in a paid program) can be a real game changer for her
• Importance of getting feedback from others when you practice your talk 
• Most importantly, how do you distill your talk down into a singular core message

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https://heathersager.com/episode168/

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If you have big dreams and want to truly make an impact in the world, you can’t do so by staying silent. You have to leverage your voice.

Today’s episode is a special one—I’m passing the microphone to real business owners just like you. I thought it might be helpful to hear how other entrepreneurs take courageous action, get results and believe everything is possible if you just start taking that first step to step up and help your ideal clients.

I hope the stories that you hear today unravel something in you to push you to be a little more brave for you to try new things, for you to raise your hand for a speaking opportunity, for you to be a little bit more louder with your voice and have more courage to share your message because the people that you can help are waiting to hear it.

In this episode, you’ll meet:

• Merritt Onsa - Dream Coach and Host of the Devoted Dreamers Podcast
• Michelle Lyman - Owner and Director of Serenity Yoga
• Melissa "Echo Greenle - Founder and CEO of Deaffriendly Consulting
• Jessica Brooks - Conversion Copywriter and Recipe Developer

 
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Today’s episode is a BONUS episode replay from an Instagram Live I did, bringing a couple of our clients from The Speaker Co to share their journeys of how leveraging their message and their voices in the last year has made a bigger impact with their business.

Remember, there are people who are waiting that you know you can help but until you take the bold move, you pick up the microphone, you turn on the camera or you pitch that opportunity– how are they ever going to hear your message?  So this is your reminder to be a little more brave, be a little bit more bold and start making progress. Sure, you might be a little crappy to start but you can't get better until you get started. 

I hope that these stories fire you up and give you some ideas around what's possible when it comes to leveraging your voice and your message as a marketing tool in your business.

In this episode, you’ll meet:

• Lindsay Yaw Rogers - a storyteller who helps entrepreneurs, small businesses and brands build powerful stories to fuel growth, connection, and impact.
• Krystalore Crews - Lifestyle Coach and Consultant with a mission to have everyone in the world show up and share their gifts with the world.

Episode Highlights:

• How as an expert we struggle to own our expert status
• What does speaking looks like in their business and how  it evolve
• What they have gone through in the process of crafting their talk
• Navigating imposter syndrome and the feeling of overwhelm in stage (and life in general)
• The importance of having a community that will support you on your speaking journey
• Plus some tips to know when’s the right time to get serious about speaking so you can make a confident decision in investing for yourself

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https://heathersager.com/episode170/

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Entrepreneurs are creative and courageous, generating more ideas than they can handle. And while this level of innovation is an asset, it quickly becomes an unnoticed liability. So buckle up because this episode gets spicy as Heather delivers one of her infamous mono-ramble-logues on calling out and raising your awareness around how your perceived strengths might actually be holding you back from reaching your goals. 

Episode Highlights:

• The mistake too many entrepreneurs make online when they see a problem 
• What happens when you have tons of new  ideas and you start taking action on all of these things
• The biggest gift (and probably the biggest liability) why you’re not making any progress in your business
• Plus what to do if you find yourself stuck, not moving forward in your business

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https://heathersager.com/episode171/

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Whether you’re just getting started as a business owner or you’ve been at it for years, it’s essential to have a firm grasp and a complete understanding of your business financials.

Part of being confident in your brand is also understanding your finances—and there’s no one I trust more when it comes to this than my CFO, Serena Shoup.

I ask Serena, who you might remember from episode 140, has graciously taken the mic while I rest and recover my voice.

Serena is a founding member from our program, The Speaker Society. She is a CPA who runs a virtual bookkeeping business dedicated to helping course creators and online experts manage their cash and make informed decisions based on their numbers when it comes to launching, growing, and scaling.

This episode is short and sweet but is filled with tangible tips that will help you become more profit conscious and be more comfortable around your money. 

I hope you enjoy this special edition take over, I’ll be back next week.

Episode Highlights:

• Bookkeeping basics that every business owner need to know
• Difference between Bookkeeper, Accountant, CFO and a tax pro or a CPA in your business
• Best practices for hiring contractors (or maybe being a contractor for someone else) so you can protect yourself
• Things you need to be aware of if you’re selling physical or digital products  to help you keep compliant 
• Where and when to get expert help 
• Cash flow management system that works with human behavior

 
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https://heathersager.com/episode172/

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As an online entrepreneur, we are often the face of our companies. Everything about us speaks, from the way we groom ourselves to the way that we physically show up AKA our appearance—all these things matter.

It is an extension and enhancement of our brand which sends a message to our prospects and our audience (whether we like it or not!) But the question is, are you happy with the message that's being shared?

Today's guest, Kristina Pernforns, an Image and Interior style specialist is going to help you understand exactly how your personal style reflects how you want to be seen. And if you want to build trust and credibility with your audience, you have to look the part.

Episode Highlights:

• Kristina’s background in fashion and interior design—how she pulls these two together in helping people build their online brand
• How what you wear can affect how you perform and how you feel about yourself (and ways that you can unintentionally sabotage how others see you)
• Kristina's “Red Thread” theory—how we all wear different hats, but not distinctly different personalities
• Creating a strong, authentic personal brand and style—where’s the best way to start 
• Plus tips in leaving a better first impression (specifically for someone who is not so fashion forward)

 
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It’s no secret that you wear a lot of hats running a business, and if you’re anything like most online business owners, the majority of your time is spent on content creation, admin and other behind the scenes work.

But how can you expect to make money in your business if you spend the majority of your time on things that aren’t directly tied to sales or designed to make sales down the road (and the road keeps getting longer)?

In today’s episode, I’ll share with you my ridiculously simple strategy that’s going to help you generate more sales. So if you are not quite on track with where you want to be this year or are looking for a cash boost, this episode will be the fire to get you moving.

Episode Highlights:

• The four traps that keep business owners stuck with sales
• My go-to strategy to generate sales
• The tough love, real talk advice you didn’t realize you needed to end the year
• Plus tips you can do to time audit yourself + your goals and start taking action

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https://heathersager.com/episode174/

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When was the last time your confidence took a hit? Maybe a failed launch, or not getting enough views on your Instagram stories? How about unsubscribes from your list? Or a negative review.

Shaky confidence happens to everyone, especially entrepreneurs building businesses. 

Think about it. You’re quite literally building something you’ve never done before, constantly learning new skills, tech and tactics. Of course you’ll question yourself, feel like a fake or consider burning it all down, every now and then.

But what you do in those moments matters. Do you get back up quickly? Do you spiral out? Do you look to others for validation? Or push through reciting affirmations?

Confidence seems “fluffy and intangible, but often shows up in a physical manifestation. On today’s episode we’re talking about how confidence impacts your business, how to recognize the symptoms of lost confidence and what to do when it inevitably shakes. 

Episode Highlights:

• Why we think and feel that confidence is a fluff
• Confidence (and lack of confidence) can take a lot of different shapes
• What it means when you’re confident 100% of the time
• Reflecting questions to redirect your thinking and help you build your confidence back—these made a profound different in my career and business
• Plus confidence boosting tips that I do whenever my confidence shakes

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https://heathersager.com/episode175/

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I bet reaching more people and creating a meaningful impact is one of your aspirational goals. 

And as an online business owner, you’re trying to blend marketing strategies designed to reach the masses with a more personable, relationship focused approach.

So the question is: how can you truly connect with people through relationships AND grow at the speed you want? And if people don’t know who you are or what services you offer, how can you expect them to pay attention and to trust you? 

In this week’s episode, we’re looking in the rearview mirror to help you reflect on your visibility efforts and determine a strategy you can implement next year—one that is aligned, more intentional and will create a bigger impact in your business. Whether you've been doing visibility for a while but you haven't gotten much traction or you put it on the backburner, this episode is a must listen.

In this episode, we dig into…

• Building relationships through mutual connections
• Some of the powerful ways to build meaningful relationships in the online business
• How can you make visibility be mutually beneficial to you (and to other people)
• Reflecting questions to help you approach visibility next year in a bigger level
• Five speaking strategies you can use in your business to achieve your goals

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https://heathersager.com/episode176/

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Whether or not you signed up to “be a writer” when you started your business, the truth is that clearly communicating your ideas through great copy is a requirement.

Between newsletters, blog posts, video descriptions, captions, lead magnets, promotional emails, sales and check out pages  (those last 3 are the money makers btw)  writing is part of building an online brand.

But what if you don’t consider yourself a great writer? 

What if you struggle to come up with ideas or “get into flow” when you sit down to type? 

And even if you can write great content, what if persuasive selling in copy seems like an unsolvable rubik’s cube? 

Today's episode will help you step into the role of writer and become persuasive and compelling in your copy, through the help of my dear friend (and our copywriter here at The Speaker Co), Sara Vartanian.

Sara is a launch strategist and copywriter and I’ve asked her to sill the tea on all things copy tips  to help you make your copy hotter than Taylor Swift tickets.

You will LOVE unscripted, hilariously real conversation, packed with tangible tips, advice and strategies. We tackle questions like: how long should copy really be? Where do people spend way too much time?  What if I don’t feel like writing? Plus we go into a few wildly inappropriate metaphors (per usual) that unsurprisingly drive the lessons home.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Sara’s early experience with teaching and cloth diapers (wait what?) paved the way to damn good copywriting
• Bridging the gap between verbal and written communication styles (and how they play together)
• The two distractions people obsess over, but don’t pay off (and what to do instead)
• What it takes to write unboring copy that packs a punch-y “YOU” in it
• 4 specific actions to take when you feel “stuck” with writing 

 
 EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode177/

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Ever heard a business coach tell you that selling is “just a numbers game”? They say that if you can just get your offer in front of more people, eventually you'll start making sales.

But if it really was as simple as putting offers in front of more potential buyers, why are there so many broke content creators? Harsh truth, I know. But those business coaches aren’t entirely wrong, they just left out a critical piece of information.

It isn’t about getting the offer in front of more people, it’s about connecting a MESSAGE that resonates  to your offer. Said another way, it’s all about the CONTEXT you provide.

In today’s episode, I’ll share the 7 essential ingredients that will allow you to create messaging that resonates. So grab a notebook, a cup of something warm and start planning that effective messaging. You’ve got this!

Episode Highlights:

• Demystify what “messaging” means to create desire and demand for your offer
• Physical products vs information type of products and the difference between their way of marketing
• The challenge a lot of business owners have when it comes to their messaging
• What is the ‘curse of knowledge’ and how this can affect your messaging
• The 7 ingredients that you need in every talk to have a really powerful messaging that gets results

 EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode178/

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Events are back—and there’s nothing that compares to the energy in a room filled with creative, ambitious and like-minded people. It’s my love language in business (and that’s saying a LOT as an introvert!)

When deciding whether or not to attend an event, most people focus on the question “what will I learn?”, but today I want to encourage you to think differently about investing your time, money and energy by attending events. 

I’m sharing with you 5 event attending perspective shifts to calculate your ROI, plus my top 10 pro tips to help you get the most out of them. These are the things I learned from 20 years of managing and attending events. I hope that this conversation is meeting you at just the right time and gets you excited to put some of these things in action in 2023.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why event content is the last consideration for whether or not you attend
• How to overcome the “I’m awkward and don’t know how to talk to people” moment
• What ROI actually looks like as an entrepreneur attending conferences
• The accessibility factor you might be missing and how to foster inclusion
• What to do when you don’t feel like you belong at an event
• My 10 Pro Tips on Attending Events and Conferences 

 
 EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode179/

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Another year of wins and lessons learned, and my goodness, was it a year of BIG THINGS! From launching a new company, new programs AND our first event, we have a LOT to talk about. 

Join me in this week’s episode for a candid, unscripted and very cheeky recap from my year. Tune in to the full episode and listen to my special announcement at the end. :)

Episode Highlights:

• The launch model that surprised the heck out of me in 2022 (and became my favorite!)
• What really motivated me to say YES to a partnership and new company
• My top 5 lessons learned after a CRAP ton of doing
• Good at a lot of things? What to watch out for so it doesn’t screw your plans 
• How I dealt with self-doubt when making decisions
• Why I’m ENDING the Heather Sager Show, and what’s next :) 

 EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode180/

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Welcome to HINT OF HUSTLE, formerly the Heather Sager Show.

Our first epiosde drops January 19th, but you can catch a peek in this mini-epsiode.

This is the podcast for entrepreneurs who believe that building a business is a marathon, but sometimes requires a sprint. The secret to success is knowing when and where to change speeds. Host and former executive turned entrepreneur  Heather Sager brings her 20 years experience in sales, speaking and business coaching to help you show up with greater intention, make a bigger impact with your message and take guilt-free time off stage. Tune in for a mix of solo episodes and interviews where founders spill the tea on what their business looks like backstage.

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If you listen to any episode, let THIS be the one!

The law of the vital few says that 80% of your results come from 20% of your efforts, the question is: where are you spending your time?

After spending 15 years hustling my way up the corporate ladder I developed a work style based on busy work – which I brought into my business. In this first official episode of Hint of Hustle, I’ll share with you the real story of how I ditched overwhelm and intentionally designed a business that fits my life, not over runs it. You’ll learn why hustle is absolutely necessary in season.

Episode Highlights:

• The first business model I chose and why I quickly ditched it
• The #1 thing I did right early on in my business 
• How tension and rest work together to create bigger results
• The shift I made to eliminate guilt around time off
• What you can expect each week moving forward :)

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode181/

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Evolution is a natural part of our lives, and our entrepreneurship is no exception. Building a brand is a process of iteration—and today’s guest, founder & host of Cubicle to CEO® Ellen Yin, has much to say on the matter.

Ditching her 9 to 5, with zero back up plan, she’s been making things work swimmingly ever since. But was it profitable from the get go? How many times did she pivot? What were the skills that helped her breakthrough to her next level?

Tune in and get ready to be inspired by her story of courageously creating her own path through curiosity, tenacity and bold moves. 

This episode is EVERYTHING you needed to hear today, packed with beautiful insights and valuable tips, so let’s jump to it.

In this episode, Ellen shares:

• How she has evolved and pivoted her business (more than once) and the lessons she’s learned along the way
• The childhood trait she still uses as an entrepreneur (and is a superpower today)
• How to navigate the path when you're called to go in a different direction (ie. change industries, niches or careers)
• Why fostering deep connections is essential in building your business
• If she had the chance, what she’d do differently in her business building journey
• Her relationship to the word hustle and
• What rest looks like for her in this season. 

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode182/

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You know you need to be more visible in your business, but does that mean you need to be vulnerable too? According to the definition of the word – YES.

Vulnerability is about exposing yourself to potential harm, physically or emotionally, and when you’re a personal brand who puts themselves out there–  online or on stage, that’s inherently VULNERABLE.

So if you’ve ever asked yourself questions like: 

How much of my story should I share? Did I over share? Should I be more vulnerable?

How much is too much to share? What should I NOT be sharing with my audience? 

Here’s a glimpse of what you’re going to learn in this episode…

• What is vulnerability and how it can help you build high quality relationships with your audience
• How to show the real you while maintaining professional 
• Tangible tactics to be more strategic when sharing vulnerable stories 
• My 3-H “Should I Share This” Assessment that I use to filter my shares
• Plus tips on how to tell case studies or tell story of other people

My intention for this episode is to help you reframe your perspective on what vulnerability means for your personal brand–  online or onstage. So that you can feel confident with what you choose to share (and be okay with what you choose NOT to).

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode183/

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Putting the work upfront allowed this guest to create a business that fueled her passion.

Meet my friend, mastermind buddy and award-winning photographer, Kristine Richer. 

She made the leap to full time online teaching in 2020 and has now taught thousands of students how to create stunning images of the Milky Way. The one in the sky, not the candy bar ;)

In this episode, Kristine shares how she hustled through her twenties to establish her career to now running a business that literally fuels her creative gifts.

I think you’ll find this to be a truly inspiring episode, so let’s jump in! 

In this episode, Kristine shares;

• How she develop her expertise and why did she  pivot into online business
• Doing launches in her business and innovating this (if you hate live launching—you gotta listen to what she said!)
• Putting in the hard work to create the life and the business that she wanted— discover Kristine’s secret recipe for what she embraces both from an attitude and skill perspective 
• Her relationship with the word hustle, how it evolved—learn her advice for other business owners who are trying to navigate a season of hustle
• How to get more confident and comfortable in putting yourself out there and finally take that courageous leap

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode184/

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Stages are the BEST way in 2023 to accelerate your authority, build trust and generate HOT leads who want to pay you (not just download your free stuff).

Now, does that mean that you should chase all of these stages and say YES to every opportunity? Heck no. While booking more stages could get you bigger results— the reality is it’s what you DO with those opportunities that matters most.  

So the question is — what do YOU do when you have the mic?

In this episode, I dive into how you can show up intentionally and serve your audience well. Plus my fav strategies that I see as the biggest opportunity for 2023. You’ll learn:

• Redefining what a stage is and why it’s so critical to double down and create your own stage this year
• The different phases of the buyer’s journey and how it circles back to creating your own stage opportunities
• How do you make the most of your on stage moments
• Plus 4 strategies that can help you reimagine your mic moments in 2023

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode185/

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The way you communicate impacts how others perceive you and your business.

When you sound polished and professional, you’re seen as knowledgeable, trustworthy and confident – which establishes your credibility and helps you attract new clients.

And poor communication skills are COSTLY because when others don’t understand what you do and how you can help them, they certainly won’t buy from you.

That’s why raising your level of awareness and being intentional on how you communicate with your words, with your tone and with your body language is critical– and that’s what this episode is all about.

Today I deep dive on  the common mistakes I see so many entrepreneurs making when trying to elevate the level of polish and professionalism with how they speak and more importantly, how to correct it. I also share some power tips + activities you can do (plus a heck of a lot more!) that will help you raise your level of confidence to create a bigger impact on your business.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why communication skills are paramount in your business
• Formality vs Professionalism: two terms that are often used interchangeably
• The Power of Practice
• Understanding polish and professionalism and how it boils down to three communication buckets (and the mistakes that happen when you elevate your polish and professionalism) 
• Plus power tips + game-changer activity(you're gonna hate and love me for this!) you can do to become a better communicator

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode186/

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In August, I merged my speaker coaching business with Emily Hall’s presentation design agency… and last week we announced our decision to untangle ourselves back to separate companies. I won’t try to hide it – it’s been an emotionally difficult few weeks, but we’re both super optimistic (and still BFFs).

In this episode, I'm getting real, raw and vulnerable as I share with my the behind the scenes that lead to this decision, what I’ve learned along the way and a message to remind you that when you learn to change and adapt with purpose, you’ll become even stronger.

Episode Highlights:

• Elephant in the room: let’s talk about my business failure highlight reel (Ugh! I can't help but cringe at the memory)
• Messy conversations in business—learn how you can courageously lean into this and serve you well
• Untangling my business partnership— why we’re going back to solo entities
• A peak at what’s to come in this now solo chapter of The Speaker Co, including the WHY behind my new program, Signature Talk Accelerator

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode187/

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Liz Wilcox is the Fresh Princess of Email and a keynote speaker, a former client of mine who built her signature talk in my program.

She’s got a big vision in mind, but she’s flexible about how she’s going to get there. Right now, Liz focuses on building towards that future one talk at a time. Because each talk she gives is an opportunity to connect with another person, build a new relationship and share her expertise to people who need it.

Over the last 12 months, Liz has spoken on over 100 stages, and as she says, “Baby, I’m taking over the internet!”. 

It’s true. 

Liz has used her talks to share her framework for making email marketing fun (and profitable) and as a result has added hundreds of people to her email marketing membership.

So, if you’ve ever wondered what speaking can do for your business, or you’ve had doubts that a signature talk can be used over and over again…this is the episode for you.

In this episode, Liz shares: 

• The atypical launch results that illuminated her gift for email marketing and made her realize she had a message people needed to hear
• Why she decided speaking was the best way to make a bigger impact 
• How her personal circumstances gave her no choice but to push past ‘head junk’ and speak even when though she still breaks out in a rash
• Her thoughts on why talent will only get you so far and how Michael Jordan inspired her to get disciplined with her speaking practice
• The simple ways she tweaks her signature talk and 
• Why her signature talk is still relevant over three years later 

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode188/

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Lindsay Rogers is a former journalist and founder of Raw Strategy where she teaches people to tell stories for a living, yet she found herself facing something relatable: having difficulty figuring out how to tell her own story and how to translate the message in her marketing materials to the stage.

That’s why when she was asked to speak, Lindsay raised her hand to join my signature talk program and later on, work 1-on-1 too.  

Lindsay’s story is proof you don’t need to earn the right to get paid to speak by putting in time on different stages. Instead, she knew she wanted paid speaking as a revenue wheel from the get-go. 

If you’ve ever wondered if your message or expertise is worthy of earning you money as a paid speaker, tune into this inspiring episode that will have you shooting for the stars.

In this episode, Lindsay shares: 

• Why she had to dismantle herself from the inside out to translate written messages to spoken messages
• All the internal junk that popped up, leaving her feeling exposed and how she handled it
• How she got paid well to speak right from the beginning 
• Why learning to trust yourself is the key to feeling confident on stage
• Her experience combatting the curse of knowledge with my Script-ish and bucketizing process 
• Figuring out what to do with her body on stage 
• On-stage moments that made her realize she was doing the thing she was meant to do
• How one talk led to $100,000 in the last year 

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode189/

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Have you ever wondered how to customize a talk for a different audience? It's a question I get asked all the time.

In this episode, I'll share with you the approach I teach my clients to craft and tailor their message. You’ll learn tactical tips on how to expand or contract your talk, and the three levels of engagement that you can use to create a customized engagement activity that resonates with your audience.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why having a signature talk can help establish you as an industry authority
• How to be intentional with your speaking by framing your ideas in a way that connects with both your audience and the host
• What makes your signature talk so unique 
• Key questions to ask when preparing for speaking opportunities and customizing your talk
• The three levels of engagement that will help you fully engage your audience and inspire action
• Plus practical tips for customizing your talk for different audiences while staying true to your core message

So if you're ready to take your speaking to the next level, tune in and discover how to create a signature talk that truly resonates with your audience.

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇
https://heathersager.com/episode190/

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Do you find yourself constantly busy, but unsure if all the activity is actually leading to anything meaningful for your business? As an online business owner, it can be challenging to navigate the distractions and stay on track with your core goals. But what if we told you that working harder is not always the answer?  Or that it isn’t about being more productive or disciplined? 

In this episode, we’re talking about the "I'm too busy" mindset and the challenges entrepreneurs face when building their brand. I’ll share practical tips to help you stay focused, avoid distractions and build your biz with INTENTION.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The underlying belief of the "I'm too busy" mindset and how it can hold you back from achieving your business goals
• The challenges entrepreneurs face when building an online business and how to overcome them
• A simple mantra that can help you stay on track with your core business goals
• Three specific things you need to look at to create a business with intention and avoid distractions
• Practical tips for staying focused and avoiding distractions, so you can invest your time in what matters most

So tune in to learn how to build your online business with intention and achieve the success you’re after.

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇
https://heathersager.com/episode191/

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• Where to begin so you can grow and build your influence
• What successful people do to trust themselves and not worry when things go wrong
• The secret to getting better plus how you can be seen as an authority
• The 5 specific beliefs aka biggest tangible lesson that successful people perceived (all of these have helped me rise in my career and have helped me skyrocket my business)

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇
https://heathersager.com/episode192/

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It's the whispered question that I get asked a LOT.

…Working with a coach on an upcoming keynote presentation for a conference of 5000.

…An executive for his debut TEDx talk.

…A digital course creator for her upcoming masterclass.

I even get it when chatting with peers about doing a meet up at a conference.

"But Heather... what should I wear?"

When it comes to showing up as a personal brand, your style should be consistent and intentional. Not only can you become more familiar to your audience, it just does a little somethin' somethin for your swagger when you show up in your power pants.

So the question is—are you bringing the best version of you, the most confident version of you? If you want to attract your ideal audience...this is a must.

I think we could all use a little nudge in this area. And if that's you, you’ll love today’s episode! We’re doing a waaaaaay back throwback to Episode #3 to encourage you to consider how you're presenting yourself to your audience through your STYLE.

Melanie Kluger, a personal stylist and entrepreneur (and also my first ever guest on the podcast) talks about the connection between our style and building a more magnetic personal brand. We're bringing a different way to think about showing up for your brand with confidence and authority by owning your style. 

Tune in to learn:

• confidence boosting (and super practical) tips on dressing for a big presentation
• the thing that’s sabotaging your morning routine
• why our closet keeps us stalled after life transitions (like changing careers or having kids)
• how to dress for the work from home (but video ready) life style
• plus balancing mom life with business and Instagram story hack

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇
https://heathersager.com/episode193/

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The stories we tell ourselves and how we let the world affect us matter so much around money—that’s why it’s crucial to choose what story is going to be true for you.

Scarlett Cochran, attorney, financial expert, entrepreneur and the founder of One Big Happy Life, shares  her approach in understanding and growing  money in a way that is aligned with your unique vision of what a rich life looks like (​​rather than following society's definition). We also dive into the  money stories that stop us from reaching our financial goals–breaking these stories down to allow space to build new, better ones. 

Whether you’re just getting started as a business owner or you’ve been at it for years, tune into this fun and  inspiring episode that will help you improve your relationship with money, push you to start moving toward your big goals and create the rich life that you deserve, on your own terms.

Episode Highlights:

• The overall taboo relationship people have with money and how it impacts our ability to generate it
• Defining what your version of a rich life is and why it’s important to feel good about your finances no matter where you are in our financial journey
• How to recognize and overcome the unconscious money stories that stop us from hitting our financial goals
• The mistake we make when it comes to our finances that leads us to binge spend
• Plus Scarlett shares how she builds a one year spending plan + her approach to budgeting so you can grow your wealth at the speed you need to while still living your best life

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https://heathersager.com/episode194/

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Money can be a sensitive topic for many of us, and it's not uncommon to feel embarrassed or ashamed when discussing finances– business, personal or otherwise. But did you know that these feelings can actually be a block to your next business breakthrough?

On today's episode, we're taking a deep dive into the world of money mindset and exploring how our beliefs about money can impact our ability to earn and grow our wealth. I’ll be sharing with you my super raw and personal experience attending a 2 day “money mindset” workshop last week and exactly what I uncovered about my own relationship with money (hint: it was NOT what I expected!)

Through our raw and unfiltered conversation (wait, can I call it that if I’m the only one talking? Oh well, I just did), I hope to inspire you to become more conscious of your own money mindset, so that you can start generating more revenue for your business and transforming the lives of those around you.

In this episode, we'll cover:

• How the money stories and beliefs we adopted as kids can impact our ability to achieve success in business and in life.
• How to uncover your own relationship with money and spending, and identify the limiting beliefs that may be holding you back.
• How to choose which story is going to be true for you, and start questioning the narratives that we run in our mind.
• The three key aspects to look at when it comes to money, so that you can gain clarity and improve your relationship with money.

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https://heathersager.com/episode195/

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Hustle is one of those things that's required to achieve big goals, but it should not overtake your life—remember, we’re building our business so that we can live.

If you’re wondering what it takes to really create a sustainable and profitable online brand using the Hint of Hustle philosophy—meaning we know it's gonna take work, but it doesn't mean it needs to consume ALL of our time and energy!

Today I’m going to share with you 7 specific habits that will set you up for success—these are not daily routines, tactics or strategies. Most of them are SKILLS that I see surfacing in the online space that separates those who are thriving from those who are constantly struggling.

So whether you’re crushing your goals this year and would like to continue the enthusiasm or you’re on a struggle train and can’t seem to gain traction— today's episode will help you: 

• raise your awareness level for how and where you're spending your time and where you’re focused with your thinking
• identify an opportunity for you to lean in and establish healthier mindset habits so that your business can thrive

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode196/

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On today's episode, we’re talking about a cornerstone of any successful online business: building an email list. 

I know that you know how important this topic is— yet so many experts place it far too low on their list of just do activities.

As an online business owner, you likely spend a lot of time creating content, whether it be through courses, digital products, social posts, blogs and more— but if you're not actively building your email list, you may be missing out on a significant opportunity to connect with and nurture potential customers.

In this episode, I’ll share exactly what I did right, and where I have regrets building my list, and how email fits into speaking on stages. 

Episode Highlights:

• The importance of providing ‘real’ value to your audience
• Why building list is so important and how focusing on getting ‘quality’ leads is a must
• How your email list has direct correlation to your business health (aka your ability to sell your programs)
• The connection of email list building to speaking
• Two things you need to consider when growing a healthy email list
• Strategies / sustainable ways you can leverage to help you expand your email list

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https://heathersager.com/episode197/

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Freedom and flexibility is one of the main reasons most people want to be an entrepreneur and become their own boss.

I mean, who doesn’t want the freedom to decide what work you do, when you do it, and where you do it?! If you’re thinking you’ll never ever go back to being an employee, you’re my people, because it means you’ve decided this business of yours will be a success.

The honest truth is…wanting it just ain’t enough because it doesn’t happen by default or manifestation alone..Success follows from the efforts behind your intentions.

But with so many moving parts, it can be easy to get swept up in  the shiny, fun parts of building a business, like creating social content and graphics, fancy tactics your favorite business leader used in their last launch, and distracted by trying to make it just so before putting your website and offers out into the world.

Doing too many tasks and trying to make them perfect, takes your time, energy and attention away from what you actually need to be doing if you’re going to have a successful business-focusing on making money.

Your success becomes inevitable when you align your activities to your goals.

That’s why in this episode, I’m going to help you take specific action by digging into the different phases of online business so you can get full clarity on which phase you are currently in and which areas you should be focusing on to make money. 

I hope this episode meets you exactly where you are today and gives you a few golden nuggets that help you show up as the expert you are, be a little bit more bold with your decisions, and unapologetically make money for your expertise.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What does achieving a big ass goal require? 
• Why is consistency and predictability in your revenue so important in your business?
• The 4 Phases of Online Business—and where  you should focus when it comes to revenue generation?
• Shifting your energy and aligning your activities to the level needed to achieve your goals
• How success requires more from us than just a goal or big vision

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https://heathersager.com/episode198/

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When it comes to starting and growing your business, there’s A LOT to think about— from creating your products and programs to lead generation, making sales, operations… etc.

It’s challenging to get your head around all these moving parts..but as my Mentor and Business Coach James Wedmore says—how you see business determines what's possible for you.

In today’s episode, I’m welcoming James back to the show for a fun and valuable conversation around the most important things you need to focus on in your business and how you can design it to serve the lifestyle that you want and desire.  

(Check out Ep #151: How a Phone Call Changed Everything: Building a 8 Figure Business with James Wedmore– it would be a really good follow up to listen to today's episode)

We covered a lot of ground today—from VOCALITY on how you deliver your information (obvi my love language!), ways to position yourself as an authority, what it takes to create an irresistible offer and a simple sale strategy to turn your passion and purpose into a real, scalable business.

I love James' approach to business and the inspiring stories he shares about other business owners achieving incredible results in the last 12 months.  I hope you get as much from it as I did.

In this episode, James shares: 

• The important distinction between show vs tell when positioning yourself as an online expert
• Why people underestimate the value in creating a simple path and solution 
• Pivoting to prioritizing profit over perfection 
• Why a lot of what leads to success is fricking boring
• Examples of online business owners hitting huge goals by going all in on one offer
• Turning your audience objections into an opportunity
• His viewpoint on what’s at stake every time we speak to our audience

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https://heathersager.com/episode199/

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It takes a lot of work to run a growing business.  It's always this constant pursuit of growth—personally, professionally and financially. 

And with all the plans to execute, targets to reach, content to create and more, you might find yourself feeling stuck, constantly running on a hamster wheel of busyness with all the back-to-back client calls, podcast guesting, little admin tasks, and you can't get out!

But the beautiful thing about you being an entrepreneur is you get to choose how you run your business…

…you get to choose what you don't want to do

…you get to choose what you can delegate to your team

…or flat out what you can delete that’s not essential to your business

YOU get to make those choices. 

So what can we as thought leaders that people look to and what to learn from do to navigate in this season of ‘crazy busy’ without the stress?

Listen to today’s episode — it’s an unscripted conversation on how you can best show up, bring a little bit more light and fun to your business and your audience.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Choosing the season that feels right for you in your life and business 
• How it’s important to dedicate a season of growth in all areas of your life
• Why I banned the word ‘busy’ from my vocabulary (and why you should too!)
• Why hustle is absolutely necessary in seasons
• How you show up makes the biggest difference for how your brand is perceived by other people
• Plus I share my own story (that I had never shared on stage before)—the biggest experience of my life that taught me how to handle myself under stress and pressure

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode200/

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We’ve all been in moments where we question our own ideas or capabilities. Heck, even the most successful entrepreneurs openly talk about experiencing impostor syndrome.

The question is, how much of your time is sneakily stolen by doubt or worry?

If you find yourself in seasons where you can’t seem to make progress, chances are it’s far more than you think.

In today’s conversation, I’ll share with you exactly how I navigate those moments and build what I call, your Belief Bank Account.

You’ll also hear the one thing that has served as a catalyst and has contributed to my consistent success in life and business. I’ll give you a little pep talk and maybe some much needed kick in the tush to help you move forward despite uncertainty.

So get comfy, grab a coffee or cocktail and get ready to get a confidence boost!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What typically most experts online do when things didn’t go as planned aka they launched and had zero sales (and why you shouldn’t be doing this!)
• The real reason behind why you’re really not getting the sales you want
• What happens when we spin in cycle of self-doubt
• Funding and managing your Belief Bank Account
• My catalyst for success both in business and in personal life
• 4 things to do to beat self-doubt and start seeing momentum in your business

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https://heathersager.com/episode201/

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I see it all the time. Working with my private clients, talking with my students in my group coaching program, the conversations in my Instagram DMs…one of the biggest struggles in starting and growing a business is feeling confident in the most important part of the process —selling! 

Whether it’s selling your ideas, yourself or your offers, selling can feel uncomfortable. And if you feel icky about it, or think you’re not good at it, or simply the thought of selling your stuff makes you cringe (even though you KNOW it will help a lot of people), get ready for some SPICY HEATHER today to help you change your relationship with SALES.

The truth is selling is not as scary people make it out to be. I’ll share with you my five most compelling sales strategies that you can apply to your own sales process to take your selling skills to the next level and deliver results.

Enjoy listening to my weird analogies (seriously, this one is a bit off the rails) as you learn simple ways to seamlessly and confidently SELL.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The reason why most online business owners struggle to make money in their business
• Why we feel uncomfortable with the idea of selling and why we suck at it
• Why is getting on a sales call with your prospective clients (to some degree) a pivotal part of sales
• Consistency and repetition: the keys in driving sales success
• The top struggles of experts and entrepreneurs when it comes to selling 
• And the 5 strategies that you can do to strengthen your selling process

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇

https://heathersager.com/episode202/

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Whenever I share that I’m a speaking coach,  I always hear a version of…

“Omg I need you, I ramble too much.”

The struggle is real when it comes to getting your ideas out of that brain, through your mouth and easily understood by your audience.

Now the question is, how do I fix this problem?

In today’s episode, I'm sharing my specific recipe—the exact exercise that I follow and I've used all the time to train my mind and mouth to sync faster and get better at articulating my thoughts. 

This will be the least sexy, yet most effective activity you do moving forward to get better thinking at your feet.

Tune in to learn and build the skills to help you become a more charismatic and magnetic communicator in your business.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Understanding WHY we ramble
• The REAL reason why we get annoyed when others ramble (it’s not what ya think)
• How to keep yourself from rambling in moments that matter
• How critical is being “concise”? 
• What it takes to trust your voice and build your communication skills 
• PLUS the go to drill I’ve taught thousands to get better at thinking on their feet 

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇
https://heathersager.com/episode203/

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Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation with the remarkable entrepreneur, Gloria Chou as we challenge the go-to definition of success and dive deep into Gloria's transformative journey.

Gloria is an expert in helping small business owners, especially bootstrapped founders and women of color, amplify their message and be seen and heard in the world. Despite her unconventional path to the world of PR, Gloria has unlocked the secrets to success in her own unique way.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• The driving force behind Gloria's passion for helping others be seen, heard, and valued.
• A deep dive into Gloria's early entrepreneurial days, where she shares her evolution, pivots, and the invaluable lessons she learned along the way.
• The pivotal moment that compelled Gloria to reassess her relationship with money and her tips for transitioning from a scarcity to abundance mindset.
• Insights into how Gloria shows up in her business and effectively leads her remote team.
• A fresh perspective on hustle culture and an alternative definition of success that will challenge your beliefs and inspire transformation in your own life and business.

Join Heather and Gloria as they delve into Gloria's incredible journey, from her background as a U.S. Diplomat to the rapid growth of her own business over the past two years. This inspiring conversation will make you reevaluate your relationship with money and redefine your own path to success.

Tune in now to gain powerful insights from Gloria Chou and embark on a transformative journey to redefine success in your life and business


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https://heathersager.com/episode204/

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When most entrepreneurs think of speaking, they think of either professional speakers charging a fee for their talk or speaking for free to get experience to eventually command a fee. But this concept of trading money for time wasn’t why you built your business, and speaking for free without a strategy isn’t going to lead you towards the results you want. The good news is that this isn’t the only way to speak to get results in your business.  

In today's episode, I'm sharing with you my interview on the Sweet Life Podcast with April Beach where I explain the two types of speaking business models you can use to grow your business. We’re going to dig into my unique approach to sales and will share with you the step by step process to effectively use speaking opportunities into a money maker for your biz.

This conversation is filled with GOLD and tangible strategies so be sure you don’t miss this one!

In this podcast interview with April, I share:

• How speaking fits into your business and how you can leverage this to grow your business
• The types of Speaking Business Models and understanding which one aligns with your goals and strategies
• The importance of having a signature talk—one that connects to your offers and to the solutions that you provide
• Why listening to your prospect and understanding the context of their problems are critical steps for a successful sales call
• My unique approach to sales—3 steps that you can follow to effectively use speaking to grow your business
  
  

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https://heathersager.com/episode205/

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Are you ready for a mind shift that could change your life?

Join us in today’s episode as we do a throwback to my interview with the incredible Jill Stanton of The Wealthy Course Creator duo and The Millionaire Girls Club.

Get ready for a deep dive into the power of our thoughts, how they can either uplift us or pull us down and the crucial role of mindset to reach our goals.

Jill offers insight into how to recognize these negative thought spirals that often hold us back—interrupt them and then redirect our thoughts towards growth and positivity giving us the ability to see life's challenges from a fresh perspective.

Tune in and ignite your mind with this transformative conversation and learn how to replace fear, self-doubt and disempowering beliefs by embracing one’s vulnerability and switching that default mode of worrying to being willing.

In this podcast interview, Jill shares:

• Her struggle of self-doubt, how her past experience shaped her beliefs and behavior and how she stays future focused 
• The importance of choosing thoughts and beliefs to catch oneself when spiraling into negative or disempowering thoughts
• The power of asking better questions to redirect one’s focus and perspective
• The strength that comes from embracing vulnerability and being unapologetically you
• Switching to impact goals instead of income goals (think of the people you’re meant to serve!)
• And of course, how she approaches speaking on a stage

Quick note: this episode originally aired two years ago, so a few things mentioned in the episode are out of date (like the name of BOTH our programs, but the message is TIMELESS).

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https://heathersager.com/episode206/

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Creating amazing content is half of the marketing battle…the other half comes from rolling up your sleeves and earning eyeballs on your business.

Maybe one of those questions you’ve wondered about is this:

How do I get more eyes on my content if I don't have a large following?

It’s a question I’ve heard on repeat over the last year that’s why I’m tackling it on today’s podcast episode.

So if you’ve been frustrated by slow audience growth, feeling like you’re constantly creating but the only people who engage with your content are your sister and great aunt…this is the episode you need to listen to on repeat.

It’s a recast of an oldie but a goodie episode from two years ago where I walk you through 5 specific ways to increase your visibility even if you have a small audience. It’s  filled with tactical ways and actionable advice to help you get fired up,  step up to the mic, start making an impact and truly help people regardless of what size your ‘following’ is.

In this episode, we’ll dig into:

• Getting clear on what your audience size is and what exactly it means for you
• The importance of consistently tracking your metrics and the incremental changes in your business
• Why you should stop waiting for your ideal person to come to you (and what you should do instead)
• 5 specific places to look at  to get in front of your ideal audience 
• Plus tactical ways and examples on how you can approach this to help you reframe your mindset if you feel awkward pitching yourself

Quick note: this episode originally aired two years ago, so a few things mentioned in the episode are out of date (like the name of my program and my opt-in freebie, but the message is TIMELESS).

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https://heathersager.com/episode207/

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Have you ever beat yourself up when things don’t play out like you planned? 

Oftentimes, we become so obsessed with our expectations, we feel disappointed or give up when things don’t go perfectly. Even though we logically know that life rarely goes as planned.

In today’s episode I’m sharing with you the behind the scenes of my life and business on how “plans” have evolved in little AND big ways over the last 6 months.  Fom selling our home in a difficult market, the surprising twist of merging two brands only to untangle them 6 months later, to the super specific tech decision I had to make this month (plus answering the big question about my surprise third pregnancy: was it planned?!)

Change isn’t easy and sometimes it’s downright scary! But when you learn to pivot and adapt with purpose, you’ll become even stronger.

Tune in for an episode packed with real-life experiences, actionable strategies and tips that will help you navigate life's unexpected twists (and of course I weave this into how to embrace unexpected challenges when speaking live). Ignite your hustle with a fresh perspective on the importance of flexibility in business and life!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What happens when you tend to get tied to an exact plan or become obsessed with your process 
• How can you be more flexible and embrace change not only in your business but also when it comes to speaking (hello tech snafus or unexpected disturbances)
• Reflection questions to help you cut the clutter and simplify things in your business
• Why your ability to make swift decision is more important than what you decide
• Plus exciting updates for what’s next with Team Heather Sager

Enjoyed this episode? You also might love: 

• Ep #187 - Hot Take: I Failed, Publicly and Here’s What I Learned
• Ep #161 - I launched a new business
• Ep #55 - How to handle tech surprises when virtually speaking
• Ep #44 - Make Fear Your Homeboy with Judi Holler

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https://heathersager.com/episode208/

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Every opportunity to speak on someone else’s stage is a privilege because they’re trusting you with their audience..

But where is the line between it being a great opportunity to grow your business and selling yourself short?

Yes, free speaking can be a powerful tool in your marketing strategy…however without a purposeful plan in place you can end up adding another to-do item to your task list without any real payoff for all your hard work.
 
A worthwhile trade-off for speaking on stage for free can and should be something that’s aligned with your bigger business goals.

Before you commit to your next unpaid talk, let’s dissect the nuances of free speaking—understanding the real costs it requires, how to filter opportunities that come your way, and if you have to say no, how you can decline gracefully without slamming shut doors to future collaborations.

This episode is a gold mine of insights to help you navigate and make smart decisions for leveraging free speaking gigs as the massive marketing opportunity they can be for your business.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• What essentially is free speaking and the intangible cost it requires 
• Understanding the Law of Reciprocity—the balance between what you’re giving vs what you’re getting
• The Pros and Cons of speaking for free— is it right move for you to market and grow your business
• Clarifying questions to help you filter if an opportunity is going to be worth your time
• How to gracefully say no to opportunities that aren’t great fit for you (without feeling like a total jerk)
• Plus some examples and tactics to use free speaking opportunities to grow your business and monetize your time off stage

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https://heathersager.com/episode209/

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Are you an 11th hour presentation prepper? Pride yourself on your knack for ‘speaking off the cuff’ on stage? Consider yourself charismatic? 

While these qualities can help you navigate all kinds of scenarios, if you've developed a habit of preparing your talk at the last minute, then there’s a good chance your message is getting muddy.

Consequently, making it difficult for your audience to decide if they want more from you, because you’re forcing them to weed through stories, details, and ideas that aren’t necessarily relevant to them. 

But what if you decided to strategically plan how to land the plane on your next talk, so your audience felt deeply seen and heard and you felt confident you’re on the right track to hit your goals?

Well, I know what would happen, and my instinct is you do too. Your next talk would have a more tangible ROI than praise, claps, or kudos. 

Tune in and hear:

• Why winging it on stage is an ego play, not a strategic move
• What your audience wants from you every single time
• Why being prepared isn’t the same as being boring or scripted
• The reputation and revenue risk
• Whether you might be a ‘Winging it Wanda’ 
• How to start preparing for the wins you want from the stage

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https://heathersager.com/episode210

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Dream of making an impact with your message?

Whether you’re a seasoned speaker or have a message in your heart you know the world needs to hear, your voice is the most powerful tool in your toolbox to reach the people you want to serve. 

By sharing your ideas and experiences it’s possible to profoundly impact your audience's lives. In fact, I’ll step up onto my soapbox and say if you have the ability to help others it’s your duty to do just that. 

Often people with a desire to help people feel conflicted about muddying their mission by trying to make money, but to effectively be a catalyst for change, you’ll need to confidently sell your ideas without guilt. And having a passion for helping others doesn’t need to equal pennilessness, friends. If you want to keep sharing your gifts with the world, you’ll need to make money too. 

In this episode, you’ll hear…

• Why honoring your audience is the cornerstone of driving real change
• One shift that elevates how you serve others with your message
• The relationship between money and mission
• How competence leads to confidence on stage
• The real deal on feeling weird about your calling
• A tough love pep talk on speaking with purpose
• What it means to sell your ideas

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https://heathersager.com/episode211

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Imposter syndrome can strike anyone, leading to battles with self-doubt and an inner voice who notices every fumble so it hisses unhelpful things like, “you don’t know what you’re doing” or “you’re an idiot.”

After 20+years as a speaker, I know first-hand that voice never quite goes away. But, I’ve also learned there are plenty of ways to shush it. 

And that’s what Sydnea Lewis, a Signature Talk Accelerator alumni, joined me to discuss. 

Sydnea is an experienced brand and marketing strategist and college professor, yet a year ago she found herself sharing her ideas and avoiding social interactions with peers and on social media.

Yep, imposter syndrome had Sydnea in its grips, but her experience in the Signature Talk Accelerator gave her practical tactics to embrace the fear of speaking and move forward despite it.

Fair warning: As always, you’re in for a real discussion. None of us has it all together. We’re all works in progress, but the insights you’ll take away from our conversation will propel you forward on your journey to becoming a more confident speaker.

In this episode, Sydnea and I discuss:

• The imposter syndrome struggle experts face
• One mindset shift which hugely dials down your nerves
• The messy middle of getting your first talk done
• A strategy to keep your talk focused even when you go off on a tangent
• To script or not to script
• Why critiques are a crucial part of improvement, even though they feel scary
• The joy of the speaking snowball effect
• How getting comfortable with discomfort leads to growth in your personal life

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https://heathersager.com/episode212

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Is your message catnip to your audience? 

Clarity in your message comes from taking action over and over. The more you speak, the more you learn about what creates those “aha” moments where your message clicks with your audience.  

Yet, so many business owners try to think their way through why their messaging isn’t landing. They’re caught in the perfection trap leading them to believe they don’t belong on stage until everything is figured out. The truth is they’d get a lot further faster by testing it in front of an audience. 

That’s exactly what Merritt Onsa, a dream coach, who helps Christian women step into their purpose, experienced. Fast forward to today, and Merritt just had FOUR speaking opportunities offered to her! 

Merritt dropped gems in this conversation that will hit home for any business owner wanting to improve their messaging, tune in to hear our conversation.

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https://heathersager.com/episode213

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Be honest: Do you have a graveyard of talks you’ve delivered 1, 2 or 3 times? Do you feel like you’re creating a new talk for almost every speaking opportunity?

If you’re picturing your Canva dashboard packed with slide decks, right about now, you’re in good company.

Many of my Signature Talk Accelerator students come into the program with a bunch of talks, before honing in on a signature talk topic that’s versatile enough to be used over and over again.

Nicole Hatherly, a Global Brand Strategist & Professional Speaker, was one of these students. As an already good speaker, she struggled with the idea of how to clearly articulate her expertise into one talk.

But inside the Signature Talk Accelerator she found her ‘margarita message’<---tune in to learn my spicy take on honing in your talk focus.

In this episode you’ll hear why Nicole no longer believes a signature talk is a one-trick pony, and how in 6 months she’s gone from a rough draft to delivering it 19 times and counting for three very different types of audiences!

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https://heathersager.com/episode214

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In the busy world of entrepreneurship, it’s often challenging to say yes to when opportunities knock. When you’re swamped with work, getting in front of new audiences can take a back seat. It’s all too easy to fall into ‘when/then’ syndrome, promising yourself that you’ll make time later.

But visibility helps consistently keep leads and clients coming in the door of your business-so your economic engine can keep chugging along. And the key to keeping it going? Your signature talk.

It’s the tool every business owner needs so you’re empowered to confidently say yes, without needing to reinvent the wheel every time you take the stage. Tune into this episode to find out how to use a signature talk to keep you in the spotlight, build your brand, and cement your status as the go-to expert in your niche, even in your busiest of times.

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https://heathersager.com/episode215

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Ever wonder how Taylor Swift built her diehard fan base? It's not the glitzy costume changes or famous boyfriends. Taylor's audience can't get enough of her songs because album after album, her lyrics make them feel like they know her. She puts into words the same experiences they're going through too.

As business owners, you can forge those same genuine connections that turn you into an audience favorite. The secret sauce? Everyday, relatable stories. When you share these real snippets of your life, storytelling becomes your ultimate differentiator.

The good news? You don't need to be a pop star to make it work for you. Tune into this  episode to unlock the secrets of relatable storytelling that will set you apart from others in your niche.

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https://heathersager.com/episode216

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Real talk – how do you navigate pregnancy (or any big life change) while running a business? Especially one where you travel and speak? 

If you’re self-employed planning maternity leave, or if you're simply looking for strategies to strike a healthier work-life balance, this episode will enlighten, inspire and spark new ideas for you. I sat down with one of my long-term clients, successful speaker and trainer,  who ALSO  is pregnant with TWINS.  Between us we have (or are brewing) 8 kiddos and we’re sharing a candid convo on challenges and realities of juggling motherhood, pregnancy, speaking, digital courses  and all things entrepreneurship.

Even if you’re not pregnant, these insights are for anyone craving a good life beyond their business.

Episode Quick Guide:

0:00 Self-Employed Pregnancy and Maternity Leave

3:58 Navigating Business and Pregnancy

14:18 Transition to Short-Term Projects and Simplify Business Operations

20:32 Travel and Work Independently

24:58 The Challenges of Performing and Recovering

35:31 Balancing Work and Rest in Self-Employment

42:06 Simplifying Business and Avoiding Time-Wasting Activities

48:31 Shift to Digital Courses

58:29 Balancing Personal and Professional Brand

1:04:08 Using Your Voice for Marketing Success

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https://heathersager.com/episode217

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Business growth isn’t a high school line graph, rather, it goes up and down depending on the seasons.

Want to push past your current revenue? You’ve got to work with the data you got, and keep going–even when it’s messy, and far from perfect. Our ego hates that reality, especially if we’ve had success in the past.

In this episode, I’m taking you in a time machine back to the early days of my business to share everything I wish someone had told me, including where to invest my time, money, and focus. But fair warning, the dose of reality I share will body check your ego big time.

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https://heathersager.com/episode218

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Relationship building is a learned skill that becomes an epic growth tool when done right.

Chances are though you’ve had some networking experiences that left a sour taste in your mouth. Sneak attack sales pitches disguised as friendly check-ins? Corporate style networking? Pass, pass.

This episode is a wake up call packed with tactics on how to build powerful relationships and social currency that ACTUALLY feel good, even if you’re an introvert like me.

Plus, I break down how to use my Adjacent Ask tactic. It’s my go-to formula for calling in aligned opportunities without any awkwardness. Tune in and steal it for yourself.

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https://heathersager.com/episode219

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Holding space for a bunch of brave and bold entrepreneurs for a 3-day live virtual event is no joke.

There were location decisions, tech snafus, bloopers, and more than a few happy tears. Get your notepad ready! My event producer, Krystal Proffitt and I demystify live events so you get a clear idea of what to consider and what to ignore. 

But, beyond the logistical to-do’s, whether you’re hosting a virtual event live, like I did, or are taking the stage for the first (or 25th time) at the end of the day, only one thing truly matters. 

Can you deliver exactly what your audience needs from you? 

If you want to make an impact with your message, it’s your most important job and in this episode I share 3 takeaways to help you make it your top priority. Tune in now!

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https://heathersager.com/episode220

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When was the last time you felt “stressed” in your business? Chances are: recently.

As a business owner, you might have adopted the reality that stress is just part of running a business.

I’m not here to tell you that I’ve figured out the secret formula to deal with stress (spoiler: there isn’t one), but I will serve you up some Spicy Heather coaching about the SOURCE of your biggest business stressors.

We’ll dig  into the dichotomy of self-created stress vs pressure from others, plus my four non-fancy tactics for managing stress… and of course many Sager Side Notes to entertain you along the way.


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https://heathersager.com/episode221

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Planning can be a brilliant tool, or a form of procrastination.

Visions of what *could* be.

And as we follow the plan, we quickly realize that the ideal map we’ve chosen to follow… looks quite a bit different than the reality we’re faced with.

It happens in our personal lives AND our businesses.

Each year, entrepreneurs take the internet biting walk calendars, post-it notes and colorful pens to dream, map and plan out their perfect year.

And if you’ve been a big planner in the past, yet still aren’t where you set out to be.

This is the episode for you.

The season looks quite a bit different for me with baby #3 coming WAY earlier than expected (irony here is I DEF didn’t plan for THIS)…

But if I were in your shoes (aka not birthing a tiny human), here’s exactly what I’d do to finish the year strong (not coast it through), to set myself up well for the new year.

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https://heathersager.com/episode222

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Think of your business as a three-legged stool…miss the mark with one (or neglect it) and the whole structure topples over.

As a business owner, your most vital role is making sure there’s a balance between all 3 legs—or as I call them pillars–so you can find the right growth path for this season of your business.

Inside the episode I break down my 3 powerful pillar strategy to help you focus on the true needle movers as you build your thought leadership business. 

Whether you’re at $500k+ or on your way to $100k, I’m dropping specific strategies to help you hit goals without overcomplicating your to-do list,  falling victim to the perfectionism trap or wasting time with busywork.

Plus I answered the top FAQs I always get asked related to speaking (visibility, pitching, and more) and created a special playlist of podcast episodes for you to burn through so you can get unstuck.

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https://heathersager.com/episode223

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In the online space we’re fed this idea that selling should be hands off–but could skipping sales calls be doing your business a disservice?

By bypassing one-on-one sales conversations in favor of automated funnels, videos or webinars what kind of critical information could we be missing about our customers?

Inside this episode I spill the details on how selling has shown up and evolved in my own career, both corporate and online business.

Plus, I share insights to help you decide if sales calls belong on your calendar for 2024 (and what happens to your speaking skills if you say yes.)


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https://heathersager.com/episode224


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Could you accidentally be trapped in expertise overdrive? If your audience is smiling, nodding and saying, “Oh, that’s really interesting,” you’re facing a common problem of many online entrepreneurs–you’re overwhelming your audience. 

In this recast episode from The Art Of Online Business Podcast, I live coach Rick Mulready’s co-host Kwadwo (pronounced “Quayjo”), through a powerful exercise to tailor your message so your expertise never goes over your audience’s heads again.

I’ve never shared these insights on any podcast before, so bust out your notebook because you’re about to reshape the way you communicate your expertise.

This conversation is filled with GOLD and tangible strategies and I can’t wait to hear how this one resonates with you.

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https://heathersager.com/episode225

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I don’t have to tell you that getting your message noticed in this era of CONTENT OVERLOAD takes work.

But did you know that you could actually be causing your ideal client to pass right by your amazing tips and juicy insights?

It doesn’t matter how deep your experience or good your results, if your ideal client never hears, what chance do you have for them to love it, sign up for your free guide or join your program?

In today’s episode, I’ll share with you one of the top mistakes I help my clients correct when speaking to their ideal person. More importantly, I’ll teach you how to FIX IT so that your message will get heard and get them into action.

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➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode138/

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Struggling to best present yourself in front of camera? Here are my 5 best on camera speaking tips to help you come alive, look natural and also connect with your audience more effectively than ever.  Touching on tips to equip you with things to consider, questions to ask yourself, lenses to look through so that you can fill in the gaps to be more engaging, effective and entertaining when you're speaking on camera.

Quick note: this episode originally aired two years ago, so a few things mentioned in the episode are out of date like the name of my program and my mini course, but the message is TIMELESS.

Check out my new program >>The Signature Talk Accelerator<< an on-demand program to condense the time it takes to nail your message, hone your story and craft a money making talk.


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➡️ https://heathersager.com/episode121/

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And we’re BACK baby! Quite literally. I had a baby and had every intention of keeping this show going while I was on leave, but… life surely LIFE-ED me.

On this special comeback episode, we flipped the script and my copywriter, Sara Vartanian (who knows my business and my offers better than anyone), took the host seat to interview ME about the biggest rollercoaster of a year in biz (and life) yet.

From ending a partnership, rebranding the podcast (again), rebranding the biz (again), launching a new program with a new launch model… to moving my family across the state, and OH, having a baby right around the corner from turning the big 4-0… you know there’s a ton of learning tucked into all this.

Tune in for a candid convo about all the things, like planning live events, evolving programs, listening to your community, trusting your intuition and more. Buckle up — with postpartum brain, you know Heather’s bringing all the good Sager Side Notes for this one :)

Episode Highlights:

• Heather’s “big why'’ for helping others be seen, heard, and make an impact.
• The Signature Talk Accelerator (STA) Backstory,  why we started again from scratch.
• The power of asking for feedback 
• The importance of knowing your strengths and adapting to suit them 
• How hiring additional support in your team allows you to focus more on what’s really important in your business and enjoy the creative process (hint: was it worth hiring a copywriter for the ENTIRE year?!?)

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https://heathersager.com/episode226

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We’ve all heard versions of the phrase “there are really no new ideas” and “there are thousands of people who do what you do”, so when it comes to speaking on platforms and stages…

How do you talk about something that has already been heard?
How do you find an angle that’s unique and refreshing?
How detailed or broad should your topics be?
Can I talk about stories?
Does it all have to be “teachy” how to?

So. Many. Questions.

And if you’re anything like my clients, the truth is you have DOZENS of things you *could* talk about.

But the question is, how do you craft topics that are both compelling, but also align with your strategic business goals (remember those?😜)

In today's episode I’m doing something I’ve never done before and airing a REAL coaching call where I help a lucky business owner extract the genius out of their head and into 6 (yes SIX!) magnetic speaking topics that they can use for pitching podcasts and stages this year.

I hope this episode will get you fired up to nail your topics so that when invites come your way— or you find an opportunity you want to pitch— you are prepped and ready to pounce!

Grab the NAIL YOUR TOPIC resource mentioned  in the episode right here

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I’m wired for goal setting. Chasing that next mountain top of ambition is in my DNA. But when the ball dropped into 2024 and everyone else was hunkering down, massive year on the wall calendars and color coded post-its in hand, I felt ZERO ambition for planning.

But what I did feel was a desire to get quiet and reconnect with something I didn’t know I needed which led to an entirely new way (for me) of goal setting.

So in today’s episode I’m sharing with you my G.O.O.D Plan for the year (along with a pretty epic story)  . I hope this episode gives you the space you need to gut check your goals and live out 2024 at your best.

Tune in and hear:

• Why changing your goals isn’t a bad thing
• What to ask yourself to ensure your goals are truly YOURS
• How to set your baseline for showing up at your best
• What exactly is the G.O.O.D Plan? 
• Plus my EPIC birth story that will leave you with laughing tears

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I’m typically a plain spoken word kinda gal, but today we’re getting fancy. The word?  Extemporaneous. The meaning? Spoken or done without preparation. Said another way — speaking “off the cuff”.

As someone who makes money teaching others how to intentionally structure a message, it would be easy to dismiss the power of this word.

But the truth is— extemporaneous speaking is one of the most powerful skills you must develop as a business owner. And today’s episode will get you started 

Here’s a sneak peek at some of the topics we cover:

• The power of extemporaneous speaking and why you should make this a priority
• What happens when you just focused on getting every words right and missed to see the bigger picture→ Heather spills the beans on her own cringe-worthy experience
• The challenge most business owner face when it comes to extemporaneous speaking (aka speaking of the cuff)
• How understanding the overall structure of your talk (vs knowing the language sequence) can make a huge difference for you as a speaker
• Exciting changes coming up with our training program→ we know what you need to amplify your message + get the results

EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇
https://heathersager.com/episode229

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Ever wondered how to tailor your message when you have multiple audiences? Or how to change up what you talk about for different groups?  In today's episode, I've got the answers you've been searching for. Get ready to level up your speaking game and leave every audience feeling like you are speaking to JUST them.

Hint: Grab your notepad because this episode is packed with actionable tips, Spicy Sager rants, and captivating stories you won't want to miss.

Here's a sneak peek at what's in store:

• the secret to choosing the perfect topic for diverse audiences.
• why crafting one signature talk trumps constantly creating new presentations.
• the pitfalls of constantly reinventing the wheel
• five key areas to customize in your talk make it resonate

Plus, insider tips on the questions you should ask the host before stepping on stage to ensure your content is a home run.

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Ok real talk— I almost didn't hit publish on this episode. After I finished recording I had serious “wait— I can’t publish that trainwreck of a ramble” thoughts.

But lately, I’ve been craving far more rambles and far less polish.

And if that’s you too— then hit play, because this one might just be what you need to hear.

Today we’re talking about hustle and why I will proudly continue to make it part of my life (why should we all should stop feeling guilty for working our tails off from time to time).  It's all about working with intention, and finding a flow that fuels you instead of draining you.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:

• My relationship with the word “hustle” and why I think it is necessary
• How I got my business off the ground in the first two years 
• The key difference between hustling and being busy
• Why being intentional is the new hustle
• The importance of hitting pause in your business 

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https://heathersager.com/episode231

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