It’s a familiar scene: You spent hours (maybe days) in December mapping out your 2026 business plan. You’ve got the spreadsheets, the vision board, the color-coded calendar. You’re ready. Then February hits. And somehow… the plan that felt so clear six weeks ago is already collecting dust. The goals that seemed so achievable now feel … Read more
There’s one book that I believe every business owner and aspiring entrepreneur needs to read this year, and it might surprise you. While it isn’t your typical “business book,” it could be the key to unlocking the growth you’ve been searching for. I’m talking about “Not Nice” by Dr. Aziz Gazipura. Now, you might be … Read more
Flashback to the early 2000s… Trucker hats, low-rise jeans, Juicy Couture tracksuits, peasant blouses and colorful windbreakers were everywhere… It was easy to try styles out and make your mark! And the same was true for starting and growing an online business… Email marketing was king, Google ads were cheap, SEO was simple and Facebook … Read more
I get this question all the time: “Is it too late to start an online business?” And here’s the thing — there are actually two kinds of “too late.” The first is, Is it too late for the world?And the second is, Is it too late for me? Let me put your mind at ease … Read more
Building an online business is one of the most rewarding things you can do. It gives you freedom, the ability to make an impact, and — yes — the chance to create financial security. But let me tell you, it’s far from easy. When I started my business, Live Your Message, I made plenty of … Read more
I still remember the day we launched the first Experience Product Masterclass (EPM). It was exhilarating, nerve-wracking, and, honestly, a bit chaotic. As someone who’s always looking to elevate the experience… I’ve kept iterating and iterating and iterating our signature program — the Experience Product Masterclass — to awesome, including refilming the entire program direct-to-camera … Read more
You’ve been told a lie your entire life. A lie that’s prevented you from achieving the success and fulfillment you desire. What lie am I talking about? The lie that starting an online business is risky, complicated and dangerous. In other words, starting your own business isn’t worth it. But I’m here to call BS … Read more
What’s the one book you shouldn’t read if you want to build a successful and long-lasting business? Now, before you start throwing your inspirational quote mugs at me, hear me out. First of all, The Power of Positive Thinking is full of fluff and who has the time for that? You need strategy and actionable … Read more
Entrepreneurs – even the most successful ones – can fall victim to financial mistakes. Take filmmaker George Lucas of Star Wars fame… In the mid-’80s, he was having cash flow issues. He had invested heavily in new technology that hadn’t quite taken off while his returns from Star Wars were starting to dwindle. So he … Read more
In the ever-evolving world of entrepreneurship, the difference between thriving and merely surviving often hinges on a singular, powerful daily habit. With my experience coaching thousands of entrepreneurs, from ambitious side-hustlers to seven-figure empire builders, I’ve seen firsthand how one habit can be a game-changer for growing your online business. Habits are more than routine … Read more
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