Stamping Is My Business Podcast
Building your Stamping Business (Stampin' Up, Close To My Heart, etc.) can be challenging. Join Certified Master Coach, John Sanpietro, as he shares business-building strategies, tips and techniques gleaned from coaching Stamping Business Owners for over 20 years! If you feel like your Stamping Business can be more profitable and/or more efficient, this is the podcast for you!
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128 - What To Do When Sales Are Down
11/16/2023
128 - What To Do When Sales Are Down
It happens to all of us sooner or later... A sales slump! It's never fun to go through one, but when it does happen, there are definitive steps we can take to get out of that slump as quickly as possible! I'm going to tell you those steps in this episode! Enjoy! PS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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127 - Are You Playing To Win?
11/09/2023
127 - Are You Playing To Win?
I often ask my clients if they're 'playing to win,' and almost all of them say yes... initially. Then, I explain the difference between 'playing to win' and 'playing not to lose.' Once I do that, a lot of them have to change their answers. What am I talking about? Find out more in this week's episode! Enjoy! PS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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126 - Three Things Holding You Back
11/02/2023
126 - Three Things Holding You Back
There are a lot of reasons why Stamping Business Owners don't succeed. And the truth is, many of them are problems of our own making. The good news is, since we created the problems, we can also create the solutions! In this episode, I'm going to share three things that may be holding you back from the success you deserve, as well as how to address and fix those potential problems! Enjoy! PS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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125 - Don't Make This Email Mistake!
10/19/2023
125 - Don't Make This Email Mistake!
A surprisingly large number of Stamping Business Owners are making a very big mistake when it comes to their email. Most of them don't even realize they're doing it. This mistake is almost certainly costing them business. Ironically, it's also one of the easiest mistakes to correct. What is it? In this episode, I'll tell you exactly what it is AND how to quickly and easily fix it! Enjoy! PS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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124 - Five Ways To Recharge!
07/06/2023
124 - Five Ways To Recharge!
It happens to all of us. Sooner or later, we run out of gas. No matter how energetic we are, there are going to be times when we just don't have anything left in the tank. When that happens, trying to "push through" can often be counter-productive. Instead, you should take some time to recharge your batteries. In this episode, I'm going to share five different ways to do just that, so you can refill you tank and get back to productive work in your Stamping Business! Enjoy! PS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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123 - How To Grow On Instagram
06/29/2023
123 - How To Grow On Instagram
Instagram is one of the most important social media sites for Stamping Business Owners! Because what you do is so visual, and because Instagram relies on photos and videos exclusively, the two are naturally aligned. As they say, "a picture is worth a thousand words." But how do you grow your following on Instagram? In this episode, I'm going to give you a simple strategy to follow that will allow you to increase your followers and engagement on Instagram! Enjoy! PS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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122 - How To Inspire Your Downline!
06/22/2023
122 - How To Inspire Your Downline!
Why is it that some downline just do what they're supposed to do without any pushing or prodding from you... ...while others do very little (or less) no matter how hard you push them? Is there something you can do to recruit and inspire more of the first type of downline? Absolutely! In this episode, I'll tell you exactly what you need to do to grow a thriving, business-building downline! Enjoy! PS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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121 - What Your Customers Really Want!
06/15/2023
121 - What Your Customers Really Want!
Have you ever tried selling a product you thought was great, but your customers didn't buy it? Have you ever asked your customers what class they want you to do... then did that exact class... but your customers didn't buy it? It happens all the time, and it's VERY frustrating. The question is, what do your customers REALLY want??? In this episode, I'm going to tell you! Enjoy! PS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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120 - But I Have A Full-Time Job!
06/01/2023
120 - But I Have A Full-Time Job!
Most Stamping Business Owners have a full-time job, in addition to their Stamping Business. The question is... can you be a successful Stamping Business Owner AND have a full-time job at the same time? Absolutely! In this episode, I'm going to share the steps you can take to maximize your chances of Stamping Business success even though you already have a full-time job! Enjoy! PS - In the episode, I promised to share the link to the Outsourcing Class. Here it is: PPS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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119 - How To G.R.O.W. Your Stamping Business!
05/11/2023
119 - How To G.R.O.W. Your Stamping Business!
Goal setting is an important part of growing your Stamping Business. Unfortunately, most Stamping Business Owners fail to set goals in a way that maximizes their chances for actually achieving them. In fact, in many cases, the way they sometimes set goals almost guarantees they WON'T achieve them! One way to avoid this problem, and give yourself the best possible chance for success, is to apply the G.R.O.W. Model to each part of your business you want to... well... grow! What is the G.R.O.W. model? That's what this episode is all about! Enjoy! PS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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118 - Irresistible Lead Magnets
05/04/2023
118 - Irresistible Lead Magnets
Your most important marketing tool is your Mailing List! 85% or more of your sales will come from your Mailing List subscirbers! So, it's really important to make sure you're adding new subscribers to your list every day. And that mailing list building funnel begins with your Lead Magnet (otherwise known as your Incentive Gift). Putting together an irresistible Lead Magnet is a pretty straightforward process, and means you're going to get the maximium number of signups you can. Unfortunately, we tend to overthink what should go into our Lead Magnets, and this leads to delays or, worse, lack of implementation. In this podcast episode, I'm going to give you a simple list of criteria you need to make sure your Lead Magnet meets. Check everything off the list and you're good to go! Enjoy! PS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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117 - Your Greatest Possession!
04/21/2023
117 - Your Greatest Possession!
We all have a ton of possessions! But there's only one possession that can truly be considered our GREATEST possession. In this episode, I'm going to reveal that possession, and how you can use it to build your Stamping Business to its most profitable, productive, efficient and satisfying potential! Enjoy! PS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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116 - Crunch This!
12/29/2022
116 - Crunch This!
Are you planning on setting any 2023 goals for your Stamping Business? Well, you really can't set realistic goals if you don't take a few minutes beforehand to crunch some very specific numbers. In this episode, I'm going to tell you what those numbers are, why they're important and how, exactly, to crunch them! Enjoy! PS - If you're not already on the SIMB Mailing List, just go to to sign up today!
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115 - Why Stamping Businesses Fail!
12/22/2022
115 - Why Stamping Businesses Fail!
The unfortunate truth about Stamping Businesses is that most of them fail. However, that doesn't mean YOUR Stamping Business is destined for the same fate. If you understand the reasons why most Stamping Business fail (there are only a handful of them), and know how to correct for them, YOUR chances for success increase exponentially! In this episode, I'll detail the main reasons why Stamping Businesses fail, as well as the adjustments you can make to avoid them! Enjoy! PS - During the episode, I promised to put two links in this description. The first is the . The second is the free . PPS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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114 - I Hate The Phone!
12/13/2022
114 - I Hate The Phone!
For as long as I can remember, I've always recommended getting on the phone to call your customers and prospects. Nothing yields better overall results than phone calls. But I always hear the same response... "I HATE phone calls!" Most of the time, what that really means is, "I'm afraid of getting on the phone!" So, in this episode, I'm going to share 5 Tips To Help You Get On The Phone! Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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113 - I Don't Have Time!
12/08/2022
113 - I Don't Have Time!
Do you ever feel like you don't have time? No time to get your marketing done? No time to create your class projects? No time to call your customers or downline? Basically, no time to run your stamping business!? Well, you're not alone, but I have some good news: We can find you some more time... and not from where you might think! What am I talking about? Find out in this episode. Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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112 - How To Stop Overthinking!
11/17/2022
112 - How To Stop Overthinking!
Overthinking is a problem that almost all Stamping Business Owners face. It leads to a lack of progress, growth and, ultimately, success. However, there are three questions you can ask yourself every time you catch yourself overthinking something that can go a long way from eliminating it. I'm going to share them with you in this episode. Ask yourselves these questions each time, and you'll spend a lot less time overthinking... and a lot more time doing! Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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111 - Atomic Habits and 1% Gains!
11/10/2022
111 - Atomic Habits and 1% Gains!
If you haven't read the book, , by James Clear, you definitely should. There are some great lessons on how to break bad behaviors, adopt good ones, and make progress through small, incremental gains. Incremental (or 1%) gains is the focus of the story I recount in this episode. You hear how a Coach helped a group of people overcome an amazing losing streak through the cumulative power of 1% gains and, literally, win the gold! Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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110 - How To Be UNproductive All Day!
11/03/2022
110 - How To Be UNproductive All Day!
Did you know there are things you do from the minute you wake up to the moment you go to bed that can make you less productive? These self-sabotaging actions are not often connected with productivity, but they can have a devastatingly negative impact on it. In this episode, I'm going to share three things you're probably doing, from morning until night, that are making you UNproductive that whole time! Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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109 - How To Quadruple Your Effectiveness!
09/01/2022
109 - How To Quadruple Your Effectiveness!
Have you ever wished you could get more results from the time you're putting into your Stamping Business? Of course you have. We ALL have! In this episode, I'm going to share five simple things you can start doing TODAY to begin making you more effective immediately! Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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108 - How To Market Your Specials
08/18/2022
108 - How To Market Your Specials
Have you ever felt overwhelmed trying to market too many specials to your customers at the same time? You're not the only one! They probably do, too! In this episode, I'll share some strategies on how to market multiple specials in a way that not only prevents everyone from feeling overwhelmed, but also maximizes the effectiveness of your specials, as well! Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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107 - 5 Marketing Tips For Your Stamping Business!
07/14/2022
107 - 5 Marketing Tips For Your Stamping Business!
Marketing is one of, if not THE most important factor in determining how successful your Stamping Business will be. Here are five marketing tips you can implement right now to help your business grow faster and more consistently. Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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106 - Coaching Millionaires
06/16/2022
106 - Coaching Millionaires
As many of you know, in addition to Coaching Stamping Business Owners, I work with clients outside of the Stamping world, as well. I've actually helped some of those clients grow their businesses to seven and eight-figures in revenue, and made a few millionaires along the way. Early in my Coaching career, I was part of a Mastermind Group with several millionaires, and it scared the heck out of me. I wasn't anywhere near as successful. What could I possibly offer these fellow entrepreneurs? As it turns out, plenty! Listen to this episode if you want to hear the rest of the story. Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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105 - One Time... At Band Camp...
06/09/2022
105 - One Time... At Band Camp...
Do you remember the movie, "American Pie?" Believe it or not, there's a GREAT marketing lesson to be learned from that movie. In this podcast episode, I'll share that lesson with you, and tell you how to apply it to your Stamping Business. Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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104 - The Four D's of Time Management
06/02/2022
104 - The Four D's of Time Management
Time Management is something we all struggle with. Unfortunately, those struggles lead to a lack of productivity and, as a result, profitability. The Four D's Time Management System is an easy-to-implement plan to make you a more effective, efficient time manager. In this episode, I detail exactly how to incorporate the system into your business AND take better control of your time management. Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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103 - Five Ways To Overcome Overwhelm!
05/26/2022
103 - Five Ways To Overcome Overwhelm!
Every business owner becomes overwhelmed at one time or another... and Stamping Business Owners are no exception. It's important, however, to overcome overwhelm as quickly as possible since it makes you less productive... which leads to feeling even more overwhelmed! In this episode, I'll share FIVE different strategies you can use to overcome overwhelm! Enjoy! PS - During the podcast, I mention our free Stamping Business Builders FB Group. You can join us at . PPS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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102 - How To Make The Most Sales With The New Catalog!
05/19/2022
102 - How To Make The Most Sales With The New Catalog!
Earlier this week, I held a Facebook Live in my . During the broadcast, I answered any stamping business questions I was asked. In this audio excerpt from the webinar, we do a deep-dive into how to make the most sales with the new catalog. The recording of the entire webinar is posted in the FB Group and available for you to watch. To join our free Facebook Group, go to and click the Join Now button. Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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101 - Stamping Side Hustles!
04/21/2022
101 - Stamping Side Hustles!
There are several common, well-known ways to make money in your Stamping Business... and that's how most Stamping Business Owners make their money. However, there are also some out-of-the-box, creative ways to make money that almost no Stamping Business Owners are doing. These 'Stamping Side Hustles' won't make you rich overnight, but they will provide a nice addition to your monthly income... which is exactly what a side hustle should do! Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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100 - Where Are The Men!?
04/14/2022
100 - Where Are The Men!?
It's our 100th episode! Thanks for all of your support! In this episode, we'll dig deep and examine a question as old as time... why aren't there more male Stamping Business Owners? Also, younger women and minorities!? The answer is pretty simple... and so is the solution! Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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099 - Get Out Of The Way!
03/31/2022
099 - Get Out Of The Way!
It's important to recognize the bottlenecks in your business since they prevent growth and profitability. BUT... what do you do if the bottleneck is YOU!? In this episode, we'll discuss that, and I'll give you a step-by-step strategy for getting out of the way. Enjoy! PS - If you're not on the SIMB Mailing List yet, don't forget to sign up at
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