Productivity – April Beach

Episode 72: 3 Focused Stages to Launch Your Business Successfully – April Beach

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Are You Feeling Overwhelmed Launching Your Business?

You’re ready to design and control your life; to travel, spend more time with your family, and stop the daily 9-5 grind.

I totally get it!

Here’s the thing… you have to actually launch your business before you can control your life.

And to successfully launch your business, you need to have intentional “tunnel vision”.

In This Episode:

If you keep experiencing problems while trying to launch your business, it doesn’t mean you’re failing as an entrepreneur.

Launching a business can be confusing, overwhelming, expensive, time-consuming, and stressful … if you’re not smart about it.

You just need a plan that will take you from start to launch in a strategic way, and that’s exactly what I’m breaking down for you today.

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In this episode you’ll learn:

The three focused stages of launching your business.
How to prioritize your time, money, and efforts to help you stay on track.
The incredible resources I have for you to help you finally launch your business.

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Episode 69: “Crushing It” by Gary Vaynerchuk: Book Review & Strategy Session for Active Parent Entrepreneurs

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You’ve just read “Crush It” by Gary Vee…

You’re all fired up.

It’s time to lay it all on the line.

It’s time to be your brand and share your message.

And then…

Someone pukes on you.

You have to break up a fight over legos.

Or leave your white board to take your kid to lacrosse.

Welcome to parent entrepreneurship!

But guess what…

Your reason can’t be your excuse.

In This Episode:

Gary Vaynerchuk is an expert at entrepreneurship, so I jumped at the chance to check out his latest book, Crushing It!: How Great Entrepreneurs Build Their Business and Influence-and How You Can Too.

Truth is… this book made pick up my big-girl-britches and get my act together.

When I first started listening I got a little pissed. Gary shares how spending hours on twitter and publishing massive content on a regular basis is the way to go…

I immediately had thoughts like:

“You have no idea what it’s like to grow a business with babies at your feet”

“Yea right… 11 hours a day on twitter. Whatever…”

“There is no way I can apply these strategies…”

And then I told my self to shut up and listen.

And instead, I developed serious strategies that would allow me to “Crush It” with kids, and not allow my reasons to become my excuses.

So tune in with me and let’s “Crush It”

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In this episode you’ll learn:

Four different strategies to crush it as a parent entrepreneur
Why you should read this book if you’re on a relentless pursuit of gaining control over your own life
How this book inspired me to make changes in my own business

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SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 68: 4 Systems Every Entrepreneur Family Needs

Crushing It!: How Great Entrepreneurs Build Their Business and Influence-and How You Can, Too by Gary Vaynerchuk on Amazon

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Episode 68: 4 Systems Every Entrepreneur Family Needs

Take a free SweetLife Entrepreneur Self Assessment Listen to the Podcast Here: Do You Have Systems In Place For Running Your Family & Business Together? Being an entrepreneur and taking care of a family can leave you feeling like you’re being torn in a thousand different directions. When you’re with your family, you’re worried about work and when … Continue reading “Episode 68: 4 Systems Every Entrepreneur Family Needs”

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Do You Have Systems In Place For Running Your Family & Business Together?

Being an entrepreneur and taking care of a family can leave you feeling like you’re being torn in a thousand different directions.

When you’re with your family, you’re worried about work and when you’re working, you’re constantly interrupted by your family.

Here’s the kicker, though …

It’s not just your business. It’s your entire family’s business.

In This Episode:

In our family, there’s not just one entrepreneur parent, there’s actually two!

Between multiple businesses and three kids, we’d never get anything done if we didn’t stick to strict systems for running our family and businesses cohesively.

In fact, we’ve noticed that life starts to pretty much suck if we deviate from these systems for more than a week or two.

That’s why I want to share them with you.

[Tweet “It’s not just your business. It’s your entire family’s business.“]

Why You Can Expect:

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The 4 systems we use in my entrepreneur family to keep things operating smoothly
Why you need to regular check-ins with every member of the family
How to stay in your sacred workspace; even if you work from home

Resources Mentioned:

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 50: Behind the Scenes of a Lifestyle Entrepreneur Family – with April & Aaron Beach

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Episode 65: Doing Things That Don’t Scale – with John Lee Dumas

Take a free SweetLife Entrepreneur Self Assessment Listen to the Podcast Here: The Power of Not Scaling! There’s a lot of focus right now on business growth, diversifying your revenue streams, developing multiple services, programs, and courses, and a lot of other things that sound great in theory, but are not always the best move for your … Continue reading “Episode 65: Doing Things That Don’t Scale – with John Lee Dumas”

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The Power of Not Scaling!

There’s a lot of focus right now on business growth, diversifying your revenue streams, developing multiple services, programs, and courses, and a lot of other things that sound great in theory, but are not always the best move for your business.

I’m a firm believer in doing one thing so well that you become the go-to expert in your niche for that thing. Once you’ve mastered that one thing, then should you start to consider branching out.

Figure out your signature offer and then take the time to master it.

In This Episode:

Today John Lee Dumas and I are taking about the importance of doing things that don’t scale.

John Lee Dumas is the poster child for mastering one thing. After having conducted over 2,000 interviews for his podcast, Entrepreneurs On Fire, and creating a wildly successful podcast launch program, he’s the go-to podcasting expert.

In fact, this very podcast would’ve have launched if it weren’t for a conversation he and I had during an event in San Diego.

Now, John Lee Dumas is at the point where he can focus more on passion projects thanks to the success he’s seen from sticking to one thing for several years.

[Tweet “Figure out your signature offer and then take the time to master it.“]

Why You Can Expect:

In this episode, John Lee Dumas and I talk about:

The importance of mastering one thing before doing anything else
The various passion projects John Lee Dumas has been able to work on in recent years
Why he decided to change the format of his podcast after 2,000 episodes
Why losing isn’t a bad thing and how he hopes to help people find their one big win

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SweetLife Entrepreneur Quiz

Connect with Me on Instagram

Entrepreneurs On Fire Podcast

Memoir Podcast

Podcasters’ Paradise

The Freedom Journal

The Mastery Journal

How to Finally Win: Create Your Dream Life One Step at a Time

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Episode 51: Entrepreneur Commitment Week

Take a free SweetLife Entrepreneur Self Assessment Listen to the Podcast Here: Are You Ready To Take Action In 2018 That Will Finally Yield Real Results For Your Business? It’s that time of year when people feel compelled to make resolutions even if they know they’re not going to stick to them. Empty resolutions are just … Continue reading “Episode 51: Entrepreneur Commitment Week”

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Are You Ready To Take Action In 2018 That Will Finally Yield Real Results For Your Business?

It’s that time of year when people feel compelled to make resolutions even if they know they’re not going to stick to them. Empty resolutions are just a distraction and will keep you from making real progress with your business.

In today’s episode:

Instead of giving in to this behavior, I want to encourage you to set goals with some substance behind them so you’ll not only have the satisfaction of achieving them, but you also have a better business and life.

That’s exactly why I’m hosting my Commitment Week challenge for the third year in a row.

[Tweet “Empty resolutions are just a distraction and will keep you from making real progress in your business.”]

What Can You Expect?

I break down the four core areas we’ll be focusing on during Commitment Week 2018 and in each of the next four episodes of the podcast.

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“Commitment Week 2018 Action Planner“

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SweetLife Launch: 3 Month Business Mentorship

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Episode 49: 3 Strategies You Can’t Ignore from 2017

Take a free SweetLife Entrepreneur Self Assessment Listen to the Podcast Here: Do You What Themes from 2018 Are Going To Be Even More Important In 2018? We’re coming close to wrapping up the first calendar year of the podcast and I want to take this time to highlight some of the things I’ve talked about … Continue reading “Episode 49: 3 Strategies You Can’t Ignore from 2017”

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Do You What Themes from 2018 Are Going To Be Even More Important In 2018?

We’re coming close to wrapping up the first calendar year of the podcast and I want to take this time to highlight some of the things I’ve talked about on this podcast that I think are going to be even more important in 2018.

Why You Should Tune In?

The basics of growing a business are simple but they absolutely cannot be ignored.

Mastering these items from 2017 will help you have a more productive and profitable 2018.

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What Can You Expect?

In this episode, I break down the three themes and strategies I’ve talked about on this show that I believe are absolutely critical to your success in 2018.

Are you ready to master these strategies and set yourself up for success in the new year? Then check out my Wrap Up 2017 Resources:

“Wrap Up 2017 Resources“

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Resources Mentioned:

The ONE Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 01: Entrepreneurship by Design

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 05: Become More Productive Right Now

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 06: Create & Dominate Your Block Calendar

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 12: Online Business Foundations – What is A List & Why Do You Need One?

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 13: Online Business Foundations – How To Start Growing Your Email List

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 14: Online Business Foundations – The Power of Email Automation

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 15: How To Write Your Business & Life Story

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 29: Why You Should Stop Creating & Start Small

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 31: How To Hire Your First VA with Trivinia Barber

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 34: Why You Need A Lifestyle Entrepreneur Learning Plan

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 39: Turn Your Passion Into A Profession: The Kajabi Story and Why You’ll Want To Know These Guys with Travis Rosser

SweetLife Entrepreneur Podcast | Episode 41: Find Your Voice of Influence with Andrea Wenburg

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Episode 47: 12 Month Marketing Plan Made Easy

Take a free SweetLife Entrepreneur Self Assessment Listen to the Podcast Here: Do You Already Have All Your Marketing Planned For 2017? I actually suggest you have this task completed in October but, just in case, we’re diving into creating your 2018 marketing plan in today’s episode. Why You Should Tune In? If you manage all the … Continue reading “Episode 47: 12 Month Marketing Plan Made Easy”

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Do You Already Have All Your Marketing Planned For 2017?

I actually suggest you have this task completed in October but, just in case, we’re diving into creating your 2018 marketing plan in today’s episode.

Why You Should Tune In?

If you manage all the marketing for your business, feel overwhelmed by everything your supposed to be doing on social media, end up with fragmented content that doesn’t provide a clear message, or you have no clue what your 2018 ad budget should be … this episode is for you.

When things aren’t planned out ahead of time, they’re done haphazardly.

Don’t do business haphazardly.

Having a clear marketing plan for 2018 will help eliminate the confusion and stress of know what to promote, when, where, and why.

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What Can You Expect?

In this episode, I discuss the free in-depth video training and marketing plan template I’ve created for you and explain the three things you should know before you sit down to create your 12 month marketing plan.

Are you ready to put together your 12 month marketing plan for 2018? Click below to get started:

“Video Training and 12 Month Marketing Plan Template“

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Resources Mentioned:

SweetLife Launch: 3 Month Business Mentorship

How Much Should Small Businesses Spend on Digital Marketing in 2017?

Traction: How Any Startup Can Achieve Explosive Customer Growth by Gabriel Weinberg

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Episode 46: The Template to Design Your Year for Profit, Family, Impact & Travel

Take a free SweetLife Entrepreneur Self Assessment Listen to the Podcast Here: The Lifestyle Entrepreneur’s Yearly Calendar It’s taken me 15 years to perfect the art of being able to plan out an entire year of my business ahead of time. Today, I’m sharing what I learned over all that time so you can know how to do the … Continue reading “Episode 46: The Template to Design Your Year for Profit, Family, Impact & Travel”

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The Lifestyle Entrepreneur’s Yearly Calendar

It’s taken me 15 years to perfect the art of being able to plan out an entire year of my business ahead of time.

Today, I’m sharing what I learned over all that time so you can know how to do the same thing!

Why You Should Tune In?

While planning out an entire year ahead of time can benefit everyone, it’s especially critical if you’re planning, launching, or have already launched your business but feel a little over the place.

Here is a little secret for you …

In order to create a life-first business, you actually have to put your life first.

I know that can seem scary when you’re not making money yet or not hitting your financial goals but it’s incredibly important to the success of your business.

What better way to put your life first than by actually scheduling right into your business?

In addition to helping keep your priorities straight, planning all of 2018 ahead of time, will help you stay focused, know exactly what to work on and when, allow time for professional development, and have more control over your schedule.

[Tweet “In order to create a life-first business, you actually have to put your life first.”]

What Can You Expect?

In this episode, I teach you the five steps to design your 2018 to help you start the year off right and stay that way all the way through December 31st.

Want to get a jump on planning 2018? Click here to download April Beach’s Life-First Yearly Calendar:

“April Beach’s Life-First Yearly Calendar“

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SweetLife Entrepreneur Self Assessment

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Episode 43: 3 Ways To Join The $243 Billion Knowledge Commerce Movement

Take a free SweetLife Entrepreneur Self Assessment Listen to the Podcast Here: Are You Taking Advantage of the Knowledge Commerce Movement? Do you know what knowledge commerce is? If not, I’ve got you covered. Knowledge commerce is the future of online business and the key to a 20-hour work week. Why You Should Tune In? Your knowledge … Continue reading “Episode 43: 3 Ways To Join The $243 Billion Knowledge Commerce Movement”

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Are You Taking Advantage of the Knowledge Commerce Movement?

Do you know what knowledge commerce is? If not, I’ve got you covered.

Knowledge commerce is the future of online business and the key to a 20-hour work week.

Why You Should Tune In?

Your knowledge is valuable and people will pay you for it. Taking advantage of the options in the #knowledgecommerce industry will allow you to generate additional sources of revenue for your business without interrupting your primary revenue source.

Being able to do this allows you to grow and scale your business while generating passive forms of revenue which can, in turn, deliver the quality of life you’re looking for.

[Tweet “#Knowledgecommerce is the future of online business and your key to a 20-hour work week.”]

What Can You Expect?

In this episode, I explain exactly what knowledge commerce is and provide you with three new business model ideas to help you cash in on the knowledge commerce movement, without interrupting your main revenue source.

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“Successfully Layout Your First Online Course In One Day”

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Knowledge Commerce: What It Is & How to Sell Your Knowledge Online

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Episode 40: Why Being a Loser Is So Good [the value that losing provides]

Take a free Entrepreneur Self Assessment Listen to the Podcast Here: You’re going to fail at some point. Do you want to know why that’s actually a good thing? We would all love to believe that our business will be a success from day one. But the reality is… that’s just not the case. You will … Continue reading “Episode 40: Why Being a Loser Is So Good [the value that losing provides]”

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You’re going to fail at some point.

Do you want to know why that’s actually a good thing?

We would all love to believe that our business will be a success from day one. But the reality is… that’s just not the case.

You will have failures in your business, multiple times.

The good news?

Repetitive losses in your business don’t make you a loser. They make you an expert.

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Why you should tune into this episode –

If your business or launch isn’t going exactly the way you’d hoped-

Or if you’re one of the delusional people who believe your business will be immediately successful-

You can’t miss this episode!

Losing helps you build better teams, execute your strategies more effectively, have better communication skills, increase your drive to succeed, and appreciate the wins.

When you tune in you can expect –

To learn the Four Values which losing provides, and how losing makes you better, stronger, and more strategic.

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The Start-Up J Curve: The Six Steps to Entrepreneurial Success

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