#197: Seth Godin—How to Craft a Business Strategy that Future-Proofs Your Brand
Release Date: 10/21/2024
#205: Dan Martell—How to Buy Back Your Time So You Can Earn More While Working Way Less
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Countless business owners unknowingly build a “prison” around themselves — a business that only works if they’re doing all the work. Every problem is their problem. Every fire is their fire. They’re working 60, 70, 80 hours a week — and for what? This is the hidden trap that swallows countless business owners whole. Here’s the truth: if you don’t break out of this cycle, you’ll end up resenting the very thing you created. So how can you effectively hand off critical tasks without your business falling apart? In today’s episode, hosts Bobby Richards and James Sweeting sit...
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#204: David Kessler—Why ADHD Minds Are Exceptionally Wired for Entrepreneurial Success
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Running a business is hard enough without feeling like your own brain is working against you. If ADHD has you stuck in cycles of procrastination, perfectionism, or overwhelm, you might wonder if you’ll ever get a handle on your own productivity. Many entrepreneurs struggle to balance their creative bursts with the structure and discipline needed for success. So how do you work with your brain instead of against it? And what if the quirks of ADHD are actually your greatest asset? In this episode, hosts Bobby Richards and James Sweeting sit down with David Kessler, co-founder of the...
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Introducing Why That Worked – Presented by StoryBrand.AI | Coming January 6th
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Get ready for an all-new podcast experience! Why That Worked – Presented by launches January 6th. Have you ever wondered why some brands, trends, and campaigns succeed while others fall flat? Host Donald Miller dives deep into the strategies behind today’s biggest successes, breaking them down into actionable insights you can use. Whether you're a business owner, marketer, or just someone fascinated by the "why" behind success, this show is for you. The first episode drops Monday, January 6th, right here. Don’t miss it—subscribe now wherever you listen to podcasts...
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#203: Cathy Heller—How to Reimagine Success and Create Abundance in Your Life
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What if the secret to abundance isn’t found in chasing external success but in reframing how you see and approach your life and business? For so many of us, achieving more doesn’t always equate to feeling fulfilled. How can you shift your mindset and embrace the abundance already around you? In this week’s episode, Cathy Heller, author of Abundant Ever After, talks with hosts Bobby Richards and James Sweeting and shares how reframing your relationship with abundance can transform your life and business. Cathy unpacks why aligning with your authentic self leads to true joy and...
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#202: Sean Cannell—YouTube Strategies That Actually Work for Coaches
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BIG NEWS! After three amazing years, the Business Made Simple Podcast will be ending, and starting January 6, 2025, this feed will become home to an exciting new show: Why That Worked – Presented by , hosted by Donald Miller. It’s been an honor providing you with the tools and frameworks to help you become a better business owner, and this new podcast will continue giving incredible value with actionable insights you can immediately apply. Stay subscribed to this feed so you don’t miss a single episode of Why That Worked starting January 6, 2025! -- YouTube...
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#201: The One Thing You Might Be Overlooking That Fuels Customer Loyalty
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Delivering exceptional customer service can feel taxing, especially when you’re juggling multiple roles in your business. It’s easy to think that “good enough” is sufficient, but the truth is, it’s the small, thoughtful actions that leave the biggest impact on your customers. If you’ve ever struggled with handling tough customer interactions or wondered how to wow your clients without breaking the bank, you’re not alone. What if elevating your customer experience could be simpler (and more affordable) than you think? In this episode, hosts Bobby Richards and James Sweeting...
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#200: The 4-Part Health Check Your Business Needs to Stay Strong (Even During Explosive Growth)
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When your business starts to scale, growth brings new opportunities—and new complexities. As they say, “New level, new devil.” While rapid growth is exciting, it can also lead to misalignment, confusion, and burnout without the right checks in place. To keep your team focused, your mission clear, and your growth sustainable, you need a proactive approach. In this episode, host Bobby Richards talks with Tyler Ginn, President of CoachBuilder and Business Made Simple, who reveals a 4-part health check that’s become a game-changer for scaling businesses. Tyler’s...
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#199: Michael Hyatt & Will Guidara—How Top Coaches Are Scaling Fast with These New Frameworks
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If you’re in the coaching business, you know it’s not enough to just find clients. You’ve got to help them get real results that make a difference. But without a proven system, that’s easier said than done. A lot of coaches end up frustrated, watching their clients stall out. So, what if you could skip the trial and error and go straight to what works? In this episode, Donald Miller talks with Michael Hyatt, founder of Full Focus, and Will Guidara, author of Unreasonable Hospitality, about their newly launched certifications on the CoachBuilder platform. Michael’s Full Focus...
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#198: Donald Miller Returns—The Simple Framework that Will Revolutionize the Way You Coach Small Businesses
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As a business coach, you might have all the passion and wisdom in the world, but if you don’t have a clear, step-by-step framework, things can get messy—fast. Without a reliable system, helping your clients get consistent, meaningful results is essentially a gamble. You end up reinventing the wheel for each client which creates an exhausting grind for you and an unpredictable experience for your clients. So, how do you move from just giving good advice to offering a proven, repeatable system that guarantees results? In today’s episode, Donald Miller returns to share how the...
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#197: Seth Godin—How to Craft a Business Strategy that Future-Proofs Your Brand
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Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? Download The Small Business Owner’s Quickstart Checklist for free at and start streamlining your operations, clarifying your message, and building a business that works for you. -- If you think more followers or a bigger ad budget will fix your business, think again. Too often, business owners mistake tactics for strategy. They focus on short-term wins—like growing a social media following or driving quick sales—but forget to ask the most important question: “Where are we going?” Without a clear strategy, all the...
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If you think more followers or a bigger ad budget will fix your business, think again. Too often, business owners mistake tactics for strategy. They focus on short-term wins—like growing a social media following or driving quick sales—but forget to ask the most important question: “Where are we going?” Without a clear strategy, all the marketing and tactics in the world won’t save you. What if, instead of searching for the next quick fix, you defined where you’re headed and why?
In this week’s episode, host James Sweeting talks with bestselling author and marketing guru Seth Godin about his new book This is Strategy. Seth breaks down how business owners can build a strategy that acts like a compass, guiding them even when the business landscape shifts. He reveals the 4 key elements of any successful strategy and how they can transform your business. You’ll also learn how to prioritize long-term thinking, define who you serve, and make tough decisions when it's time to pivot. Listen in and start steering your business with clarity and intention.
Order This is Strategy at geni.us/thisisstrategy.
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