Episodes
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This week, we’re tackling the part of business that everyone seems to love to hate…sales.
For those of you who really don't love sales, but still want to grow your businesses, this is the bad news: there is simply no version of growing your business that won't involve sales. But the good news is that it is entirely possible to do this well.
What is covered:
-The key element of selling without the ‘ick’
-Where do your beliefs about sales come from?
-3 powerful reframes for your beliefs about sales
When it comes to sales, I would go so far as to say that as a business owner, it's not just a choice, it is your responsibility to sell, so that your business survives, and you can actually make a difference in the lives of people whom you serve.
And if you’d like to get your hands on our new guide to creating an effective, ethical and empowering sales page, head over to the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group and look for the relevant post. You’ll find it in the featured section or by searching for ‘sales page.’
Resources:
-Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
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This week, we're talking about how to drive engagement on social media…probably one of the most common questions I get asked each week by my community and my clients!
What Is Covered:
-Valuable lessons from Actually's Birthday Bonanza
-How to drive engagement on social media
-Why avoiding one-sided conversations on social is crucial
-The value you can share that almost everyone ignores
-How to balance engagement with the promotion of your services
Driving engagement might seem like an indecipherable hieroglyph, yet it is pretty simple: it's about having conversations. And remember that genuine curiosity is one of the most powerful tools to make a difference.
Resources:
-Marketing Superpowers Quiz: You Have Marketing Superpowers!
-Marketing Superpowers Insights Workshop: MARKETING SUPERPOWERS® INSIGHTS WORKSHOPS
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
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This is another episode that may make you uncomfortable - but it’s all for your own good, I promise!
We’re going to talk about our priorities, or objectives, or intentions, or whatever you prefer to call them. I’m going to share with you some of the questions that I use to help me arrive at my business priorities for the year, in the hope that it helps you to consider your priorities for the year ahead.
What is Covered:
-Why you must look back before you look forward
-Growing vs. consolidating your business in the coming year
-The two money questions that everyone avoids
-Questions to help you realign your business with your purpose and principles
I find a lot of these questions work equally well when you're thinking about your personal life too. But I hope that these few will help you to get clear on your business priorities for the coming year, because it's time and you are ready to actually make a difference.
Resources:
-Take part in Actually’s Birthday Bonanza: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
-Actually JFDI Membership https://jfdi.actually.world/
-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/the-foundations-programme/
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In this short but powerful episode, I am going to make you uncomfortable. Don’t worry - that’s why I’ve kept it short!
I want you to consider a simple proposition: that you ARE a rockstar. And I invite you to consider what it is that makes you a rockstar.
In an attempt to encourage you to do this simple exercise - and against all the urges of my inner critic Doris and my innate British flair for self-deprecation - I am sharing with you three reasons why I am a rockstar. And I can honestly say, this is possibly the most difficult episode I have recorded yet! So I know what I’m asking of you; I know that it’s going to make you uncomfortable.
But it’s important. Listen to this episode and find out why it’s so crucial that you win your rockstar status and once you’ve had a chance to consider what it is that makes you a rockstar: why not come over to the Actually Making a Difference Facebook group and let me know?
Resources:
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
-Actually JFDI Membership https://jfdi.actually.world/
-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/the-foundations-programme/
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It can be easy to think that every other business owner, coach or consultant is doing brilliantly, sailing through this business journey without a care in the world. But we all experience challenges, and in this episode, I'm sharing the three biggest challenges I have faced and my top tips for overcoming them.
What Is Covered:
-How to "create" time and solve your time management issues
-Top tips to maintain consistent engagement on social media
-How to prevent your inner critic from running the show
-Learn to pay attention to how you speak to yourself
Some challenges that we experience on our entrepreneurial journey are one-offs; others keep showing up, forcing us to be constantly aware and catch them before they do too much damage. Still, regardless of how many times we deal with them, as long as we don't let them hold us back, we'll keep our chances of making a difference in the world intact.
Resources:
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
-Actually JFDI Membership https://jfdi.actually.world/
-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/the-foundations-programme/
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The final part of our mini-series on 'Starting a Business' - a series of episodes especially for those at the beginning of this fascinating journey. This week, we explore the three things you need to DO to ensure that you are set up to succeed.
What Is Covered:
-3 things you MUST do when starting an online business
-The 12 Ps of every solid foundation
-How to develop a consistent, credible, and memorable identity for your brand
-Why you must have a website as a startup business
In business, just as in many areas of life, something simple yet perfectly executed beats excentric attempts of "being different." When you start an online business and you get these three elements right, the path to actually making a difference in the world with your company will get clearer and shorter.
Resources:
-Actually Starting a Business Guide (part four) https://actually.world/resources/
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
-Actually JFDI Membership https://jfdi.actually.world/
-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/the-foundations-programme/
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September is officially ‘Starting a Business’ month here at Actually, and this week’s episode is the third in a series of episodes dedicated to those at the beginning of this fascinating journey.
Each week, I am exploring different aspects of starting a business to try and ensure that you avoid the overwhelm and bypass the complexity! This week, I am exploring the three most important things you need to understand as you get started in the world of business ownership.
What Is Covered:
-What is a sales and marketing cycle
-How to get every stage of the sales and marketing cycle right
-The things you must focus on to create a simple business model
-Why understanding cash flow and forecasting will literally save your business
Although the number of things you must know before starting a business might seem overwhelming, start by covering the three things I talk about in this episode. When you understand and master these three elements of your business, you’ll be on your way to actually making a difference in the world.
Resources:
-Actually Starting a Business Guide (part three) https://actually.world/resources/
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
-Actually JFDI Membership https://jfdi.actually.world/
-Nicola Deverson / Envision Partnership https://www.envision-uk.com/about/
-Episode 012 - What Exactly is the Sales Cycle? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/012-what-exactly-is-the-sales-cycle/id1633274286?i=1000576086484
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As you may know, I have declared September to be 'Starting a Business' month, and so this week's episode is the second in a series of episodes dedicated to those making the leap!
Each week, I am exploring different aspects of starting a business to try and ensure that you avoid the overwhelm and bypass the complexity! This week, I am covering the three core decisions that you need to make at the beginning of your journey as an impact entrepreneur.
And please forgive my croaky voice on this episode - it seems I am getting a summer cold - just as we are moving into autumn!
What Is Covered:
-The 3 essential business decisions you must make
-Why you must define your ideal life before defining your business
-How to choose the right business model
-Why defining your ideal time frame will mould your business
When making your essential entrepreneurial decisions, know that there are no right or wrong answers; there are only conscious choices and consequences. To start making a difference, take as much time as you need to make these interdependent yet intertwined decisions, and success will follow.
Resources:
-Actually Starting a Business Guide (part two) https://actually.world/resources/
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
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I have officially declared September to be ‘Starting a Business’ month and so each week on the Actually Making a Difference podcast, I’ll be exploring different aspects of starting a business to try and ensure that you avoid the overwhelm and bypass the complexity!
This week, I am covering the three core mindset shifts that you need to make at the beginning of your journey as an impact entrepreneur.
What You’ll Learn:
-Where the mindset patterns that undermine your success as an entrepreneur come from
-The new approach to fear that will help you overcome perfectionist paralysis
-How to work out why you’re struggling with your value
-How to empower yourself to make choices and decisions as a business owner
As I’ve said many times before, everything in business is just an experiment. I hope this series will help you overcome negative patterns that you may have picked up in a toxic work environment, and move confidently from an employee to an entrepreneurial mindset, so you can actually make a difference in the world.
Resources:
-Actually Starting a Business Guide (part one) https://actually.world/resources/
-Get in touch with us to connect with our Actually® coaching partner Sharon Strickland [email protected]
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
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In the last episode of our mini-series on self-care for entrepreneurs, I am sharing with you some of the connections and contacts in my self-care black book!
What Is Covered:
-The five key areas of self-care
-How proper nutrition can boost your productivity
-Why it is crucial to watch our sleep quality closely
-How taking good care of yourself will impact your business
Self-care is about empowering yourself as an entrepreneur. From nutrition to proper rest to menopause support and meditation techniques, you must understand self-care as a holistic action. You'll discover that fostering resilience and success and using your business to make a difference becomes easier by being well-rested, adequately nourished, and with peace of mind.
The Actually Self-Care' Black Book'
Nutrition & Diet:
Nicki Williams:
Happy Hormones for Life https://happyhormonesforlife.com/
Menopause Care
Katharine Gale, FluxState:
https://www.fluxstate.co.uk/
Meditation
Laura Coleman, Be. Modern Meditation:
https://www.bemodernmeditation.com/
Coaching
Sharon Strickland-Clark, Bravetart Coaching:
https://bravetart.co.uk/about/
Stephanie Aitken coach | trainer | speaker:
https://www.stephanieaitken.com/
Susan O'Connor: [email protected]
Jen Goddard, Soul Fire Coaching
https://soulfirecoaching.co.uk/
Jen Le Marinel, 1-2-1 Coaching | Woodland Retreats | Group Coaching | Wildfire Walks
https://www.wildfirewalks.com/
Sleep
Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker
https://www.hive.co.uk/Product/Matthew-Walker/Why-We-Sleep--The-New-Science-of-Sleep-and-Dreams/21524944
The Anniversary Competition
The Prize: Become an Actually VIP for a year. The Actually VIP package - worth over £2000 - includes:
-Two Power Hours with Sara Price, Founder of Actually
-Lunch with Sara at her club in London
-An interview slot on the Actually Making a Difference podcast – once we start offering interview places in 2024
-A ticket to Actually's 5th Birthday party in March 2024
-A ticket to every Actually Notorious Networking event during the year
-And…one year of community level membership of Actually JFDI – more than a membership, a community of like-minded purpose-led entrepreneurs
To enter: Here's what you need to do…
-Share the podcast with your friends on any social media platform using the #actuallymakingadifference and tagging Actually and/or me (see show notes for our social profiles)
-Review the podcast on your chosen podcast platform (we are on Apple, Spotify, Google and Amazon)
-Take a photo or screenshot of your review and post it in
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Today we continue our series of episodes on self-care for entrepreneurs. So far we're looked at the importance of setting boundaries, we've explored the difference between needs and desires and I've encouraged you to get very clear about your needs and to commit to meeting them.
Today we tackle the biggest objection of all when it comes to prioritising self-care: I simply don't have the time.
What Is Covered:
-How to prioritise time for personal needs amidst a busy schedule
-How to identify opportunities for self-care
-Why you should batch tasks based on the energy required to perform them
-How to balance social media use without compromising self-care time
-Why scheduling time for self-care is essential
Busy entrepreneurs rarely find time for self-care, yet it is essential since it affects their well-being, effectiveness and productivity. The more structured and organised your schedule is, the easier it'll be to find a free slot you can fill with time for personal needs. If you are still reluctant to include self-care in your schedule, consider it an investment in your ability to actually make a difference.
The Anniversary Competition
The Prize: Become an Actually VIP for a year. The Actually VIP package - worth over £2000 - includes:
-Two Power Hours with Sara Price, Founder of Actually
-Lunch with Sara at her club in London
-An interview slot on the Actually Making a Difference podcast – once we start offering interview places in 2024
-A ticket to Actually's 5th Birthday party in March 2024
-A ticket to every Actually Notorious Networking event during the year
-And…one year of community level membership of Actually JFDI – more than a membership, a community of like-minded purpose-led entrepreneurs
To enter: Here's what you need to do…
-Share the podcast with your friends on any social media platform using the #actuallymakingadifference and tagging Actually and/or me (see show notes for our social profiles)
-Review the podcast on your chosen podcast platform (we are on Apple, Spotify, Google and Amazon)
-Take a photo or screenshot of your review and post it in the Actually Making a Difference Facebook group with the #podcastcompetition
The deadline: midnight on 31 July 2023
Terms & Conditions:
-Only those who complete all 3 tasks exactly as stipulated by midnight on 31 July 2023 are eligible to enter the competition.
-You may take part in the competition even if you have previously reviewed the podcast - but your entry to the Anniversary competition requires to post a NEW review.
-Only one competition entry per person.
-The prize in non-transferable and no cash equivalent or alternative prize will be offered.
-The Actually VIP Package will last for one year from 1st September 2023 to 31 August 2024.
-The individual components of the package as outlined here are indicative and the actual package may be refined, adapted or altered.
-The prize winner will be selected at random from all complete entries.
-By taking part in this competition you give Actually the right to use your comments or review of the podcast in future marketing and promotion.
Resources:
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Actually Foundations https://actually.world/foundations/
-Find out more about Actually®
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Back to our mini-series on self-care for entrepreneurs, and today we're exploring a pretty fundamental issue. Self-care is all about taking care of and prioritising your needs - and not perpetually martyring yourself to the needs of everyone around you.
So surely, one of the very first questions to answer as you begin your self-care journey is: what are your needs?
What Is Covered:
-Why identifying and meeting your needs is crucial for self-care
-The difference between needs and desires
-The types of needs we have
-Why some needs require constant replenishment
-Why committing to prioritising your needs is essential
Some entrepreneurs "suffer" from answering others' needs while neglecting their own. Whether psychological, physiological, spiritual or relational, identifying your needs and committing to prioritising them is the foundation for sustainable well-being. Remember, taking care of yourself is not selfish - it's a necessary step toward actually making a difference.
The Anniversary Competition
The Prize: Become an Actually VIP for a year. The Actually VIP package - worth over £2000 - includes:
-Two Power Hours with Sara Price, Founder of Actually
-Lunch with Sara at her club in London
-An interview slot on the Actually Making a Difference podcast – once we start offering interview places in 2024
-A ticket to Actually's 5th Birthday party in March 2024
-A ticket to every Actually Notorious Networking event during the year
-And…one year of community level membership of Actually JFDI – more than a membership, a community of like-minded purpose-led entrepreneurs
To enter: Here's what you need to do…
-Share the podcast with your friends on any social media platform using the #actuallymakingadifference and tagging Actually and/or me (see show notes for our social profiles)
-Review the podcast on your chosen podcast platform (we are on Apple, Spotify, Google and Amazon)
-Take a photo or screenshot of your review and post it in the Actually Making a Difference Facebook group with the #podcastcompetition
The deadline: midnight on 31 July 2023
Terms & Conditions:
-Only those who complete all 3 tasks exactly as stipulated by midnight on 31 July 2023 are eligible to enter the competition.
-You may take part in the competition even if you have previously reviewed the podcast - but your entry to the Anniversary competition requires to post a NEW review.
-Only one competition entry per person.
-The prize in non-transferable and no cash equivalent or alternative prize will be offered.
-The Actually VIP Package will last for one year from 1st September 2023 to 31 August 2024.
-The individual components of the package as outlined here are indicative and the actual package may be refined, adapted or altered.
-The prize winner will be selected at random from all complete entries.
-By taking part in this competition you give Actually the right to use your comments or review of the podcast in future marketing and promotion.
Resources:
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Actually Foundations https://actually.world/foundations/
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Episode 10: Self-Care for Entrepreneurs
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We're taking a quick break from our series on self-care to celebrate the ONE-YEAR anniversary of the Actually Making a Difference podcast: sharing the lessons we have learnt in the past 12 months and offering you a chance to WIN BIG in our Anniversary competition.
What Is Covered:
-Lessons learned the easy and the hard way from one year of podcasting
-Why you can't launch a podcast without planning, commitment, and a support team
-How to participate in the Actually Making a Difference Podcast Anniversary competition
-Why you need to build a community before launching your podcast
Podcasting is not only about sharing content. It is a strategic decision that requires tons of effort and meticulous planning. Although the last 12 months have been particularly creative in creating new challenges, knowing that this small podcast helped and supported purpose-driven entrepreneurs who want to make a difference made it worthwhile.
The Anniversary Competition
The Prize: Become an Actually VIP for a year. The Actually VIP package - worth over £2000 - includes:
-Two Power Hours with Sara Price, Founder of Actually
-Lunch with Sara at her club in London
-An interview slot on the Actually Making a Difference podcast – once we start offering interview places in 2024
-A ticket to Actually’s 5th Birthday party in March 2024
-A ticket to every Actually Notorious Networking event during the year
-And…one year of community level membership of Actually JFDI – more than a membership, a community of like-minded purpose-led entrepreneurs
To enter: Here’s what you need to do…
-Share the podcast with your friends on any social media platform using the #actuallymakingadifference and tagging Actually and/or me (see show notes for our social profiles)
-Review the podcast on your chosen podcast platform (we are on Apple, Spotify, Google and Amazon)
-Take a photo or screenshot of your review and post it in the Actually Making a Difference Facebook group with the #podcastcompetition
The deadline: midnight on 31 July 2023
Terms & Conditions:
-Only those who complete all 3 tasks exactly as stipulated by midnight on 31 July 2023 are eligible to enter the competition.
-You may take part in the competition even if you have previously reviewed the podcast - but your entry to the Anniversary competition requires to post a NEW review.
-Only one competition entry per person.
-The prize in non-transferable and no cash equivalent or alternative prize will be offered.
-The Actually VIP Package will last for one year from 1st September 2023 to 31 August 2024.
-The individual components of the package as outlined here are indicative and the actual package may be refined, adapted or altered.
-The prize winner will be selected at random from all complete entries.
-By taking part in this competition you give Actually the right to use your comments or review of the podcast in future marketing and promotion.
Resources:
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Actually Foundations https://actually.world/foundations/
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Episode 10: Self-Care for Entrepreneurs
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This is the first in a series of episodes about self-care for entrepreneurs and impact business owners as we get ready for our month off in August!
What Is Covered:
-Why setting boundaries is the crucial part of self-care
-The types of boundaries
-Prioritising personal needs and how to avoid resentment toward your clients
-Tips for conveying and asserting boundaries effectively
-How to communicate boundaries in four steps
Setting and enforcing boundaries is crucial for personal growth and self-care. It'll allow you to prioritise your needs, avoid burnout, and maintain healthy client relationships. Remember that, if you want to actually make a difference, knowing and enforcing your boundaries is not selfish; it's necessary.
Resources:
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Actually Foundations https://actually.world/foundations/
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Episode 10: Self-Care for Entrepreneurs https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/010-self-care-for-entrepreneurs/id1633274286
-The Actually Guide to Self-Care for Entrepreneurs https://actually.world/self-care/
-One of many: Leadership and Empowerment Programs for Women https://oneofmany.co.uk/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
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In today's episode, I explain the meaning of the phrase I coined after recognising a pattern in my work life: the hourglass year. You'll also learn why you feel a dip in your energy and creativity in the middle of every year and the reasons behind this pattern.
What Is Covered:
-Why our years tend to feel like an hourglass
-What makes the middle of every year feel like an uphill battle through treacle
-How to boost your creativity by finding inspiration and breaking routines
-Three questions to ask yourself to make your "midpoint dip" less constrictive
Understanding and addressing the patterns of energy and creativity dips will expand your impact-making capabilities. Prioritising self-care, seeking inspiration from new sources, and ensuring the proper support is all you need to be more creative, focus on your zone of genius, and put yourself in a much better place to make the difference you are in this world to make.
Resources:
-Book: David Pearl - Wanderful: https://www.amazon.com/Wanderful/dp/1789650739/
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/foundations/
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
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This episode is about strategy…or…what I learned about strategy from a drunk guy in a bar.
What Is Covered:
-The difference between objectives, strategy, and tactics
-How to avoid mistaking tactics for objectives
-Why you need clarity on your destination to develop a strategy
-How analysing ideal clients and market opportunities will help you achieve objectives
-What's the next step after you establish your strategy
-Why a well-researched strategy is crucial for your business success
Businesses seeking to make a real impact must define a clear strategy. Aligning tactics with strategy makes navigating the journey toward your objectives effortless, and it's all you need to make a difference and create a lasting impact in the world.
Resources:
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/foundations/
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
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Are your intentions for 2023 still on track?
In today's episode, I share five top tips you can use for a mid-year review and reset process on your intentions for 2023. You'll learn to figure out what to adapt, what you need to do more, what you need to stop doing, and who you need to become to achieve your goals this year.
What Is Covered:
-How to set your intentions for the rest of the year properly
-How to use the probabilities of achieving something as a motivator
-What to do when motivation fails
-The importance of giving yourself grace when failing
-A soundtrack for success and how it can help you overcome adversity
Revisiting, adjusting, and adapting our intentions from the beginning of 2023 is crucial to guarantee we achieve the personal growth, career development, or business goals we strive for. The feeling of getting ourselves back on track is a powerful motivator, and we can use it to recreate a roadmap for success, make the most of opportunities coming our way, and get everything we need to make a difference.
Resources:
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/foundations/
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
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In today's episode, I'm talking about change. Not the kind we seek to create in the world, but the one imposed on us; change that's undesirable and, at least to us, seems unnecessary. You'll hear my five top tips to cope with unwanted change that'll help you adapt and roll with it, and secure the best possible outcome instead of fighting it.
What Is Covered:
-Why adapting to change is always the best answer to it
-What is entrepreneurial loneliness and how to avoid suffering from it
-Why you should always avoid drains and stick to radiators
-How to use self-care as a coping mechanism
-The importance of being mindful of your response to change
Don't let your mind start catastrophising the next time you experience an unexpected major upheaval. Instead, ask yourself: how might this change actually benefit me? Remind yourself that your response to the change is what actually makes a difference and determines your experience with it.
Resources:
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/foundations/
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
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In this episode - the final part of a mini-series on stories in business - we look at a very specific type of story - your origin story.
What Is Covered:
-The best way to track down your origin story
-How focusing on your passion can make crafting your origin story easier
-What an origin story is not
-What to avoid when shaping an origin story
-Why emotions and real-world vibes are a must in every origin story
An origin story is an excellent opportunity to attract people to you and your business and nurture your relationship with them. Stories promote connection, and nothing better than using yours to inspire and motivate others eager to make a difference to reach out and join. Craft your origin story, put it out there, and enjoy watching others flock to your side!
Resources:
-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually
-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/foundations/
-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/
-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world
-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/
-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/
-To review episode 12 about the sales/marketing cycle: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/012-what-exactly-is-the-sales-cycle/id1633274286
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In this episode - part of a mini-series on stories in business - we discuss how to start your stories so that your listeners or readers self-select to read or listen to what you have to say rather than scrolling on, hitting delete, or daydreaming during your speech.
What Is Covered:
-Why starting strong is essential for any story
-What a lead is and how you can use it to begin your story with
-What refining a lead can uncover from your story
-Three different unexpected ways of opening your story
-How to find a specific moment in a story to captivate your audience
You have only a few seconds to capture your audience's attention before they scroll past your post. Whichever way of starting your story you opt for, you must generate the urge to know more about what you have to say. You only need a few words to make them feel they're in the right place to make a difference.
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-Book: Charles Kahlenberg, Chip Heath - Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive, and Others Die https://www.amazon.com/Made-to-Stick-audiobook/dp/B000MGBNM6/
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