Business Growth Lab

Whether you’re starting out or have been in the coaching industry for quite some time there are some mistakes that hinder you from achieving your desired income. Because of these mistakes, even the most talented coaches struggle to translate their expertise into financial success.  In this episode of Influence by Design, I am joined by my partner in life and business Leon to talk about overco...

What if you’re doing all the right things to increase brand visibility and yet you’re still the worlds best kept secret, you're not expanding your network, and you’re not reaching your ideal prospects?  Although some people may argue that this is a case of under-representation, this could be due to visibility bias. In this episode of Influence by Design, I chat with The Brand Scientist, Chloé...

As a business owner, you are often presented with the challenge of making decisions around attracting new leads, converting those leads to sales, and delivering to your clients. Yet it can be difficult to determine which strategies should be implemented to reach these goals.  In this episode of Influence by Design, we discuss the concept of "business by design" and how following certain steps...

Money is energy and a powerful tool that can help you open up new opportunities. However, for some, money can also be a source of anxiety and stress due to lack of financial abundance.  In this episode of Influence by Design, we talk about how to unlock financial abundance and conquer money blocks with Louisa Havers. She is a business mentor who helps clients unleash their superpowers and bre...

With over 900 million users, LinkedIn is the largest online professional networking sites. It has a plethora of opportunities to build business connections, but with such a vast user base, it can be challenging to stand out and make genuine connections that can help grow your business.  In this episode of Influence by Design, I speak with LinkedIn Marketing Strategist, Karen Yankovich about h...

We see a lot of people struggling to accomplish their daily tasks and long-term goals, even though they’re spending hours upon hours a day working. Although they’re putting in an incredible amount of work, they’re still not getting the results they want. In this episode of Influence by Design, I chat with my husband and business partner Leon, about the importance of effective time management and f...

The phrase ‘woo-woo’ is often used to describe concepts such as spirituality, intuition, and energy work, and is considered taboo in many corporate cultures. However, incorporating woo in the corporate space might be the perfect union that creates a positive work environment.  In this episode of Influence by Design, our guest Dr. Robyn McKay shares how consultants can take woo into the corpor...

We often hear people say, “It’s not about the money”.  But in reality, money is a key factor in life and business. Without money, it’s unlikely a business will survive, and you won’t have the freedom to live the life you dream of. In this episode of the Influence by Design podcast, Samantha and Tim debunk a common misconception of business owners - it’s not about the money.  Having money...

Sales are the lifeblood of your business.  Now imagine you can sell your offers without having to go through the process of traditional sales calls…  In this episode of Influence by Design, we explore how to fill your offers with zero sales calls and no sales pages with Joy Bufalini. Although trained with the conventional wisdom of growing a business, Joy took the courage and set forth o...

Setting goals is an essential part of being successful in business. Having a clearly defined goal allows us to better measure progress, and ultimately reach desired results. However, it can be difficult to monitor progress and ensure that you are on track to reach your goal without proper tracking and checking in. In this episode of Influence by Design, we explore the importance of knowing if you...

Marketing is an essential tool for generating leads and sales. Unfortunately, not every business has a million dollar marketing budget at their disposal.  In today’s episode of Influence by Design, we discuss marketing that gets results without breaking the bank. We firmly believe that no matter how big your business is, and even if you have a large marketing budget, there are brilliant yet c...

Are you tired of hustling for pennies and want to take your business to the next level? Has your current income level plateaued and you’re not sure of what to do differently to get a different result?  In this episode of Influence by Design, we discuss how to transition your business to seven figures with Elizabeth Purvis, an entrepreneur, business coach, and spiritual teacher known for her w...

Starting a business can be exciting, intimidating, and daunting all at the same time. It’s very easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of getting up and running and keep all the plates in the air. In this episode of Influence by Design, we discuss five of our biggest business building mistakes and what we’ve learned from them so that your path forward may be smoother than ours. No one like...

When it comes to sharing your message and showcasing your expertise on a larger scale, it takes a lot of hard work, effort, and strategic thinking. So, what's one of the most effective ways to get your knowledge out there and position yourself as a leading authority in a powerful way? In this episode of Influence by Design I chat with life and business coach and publisher, Susan Dean about why a b...

One of the advantages of being a business owner compared to a regular employee is the ability to be able to control and increase your income - especially when you need a cash injection. In this episode of Influence by Design, we share 3 ways to make money by the weekend. These are proven strategies that Tim and I have both used to bring in additional income on short notice.  As an entrepreneu...

Have you ever taken an action that feels like it's not in line with your true self?  Or like your business is not helping you fulfil your purpose?  In this episode of Influence By Design, Amber Daines takes over the mic and interviews Samantha about a topic she’s very passionate about - Human Design.  Amber has a conversation with Samantha about how she uses human design to assess w...

Have you ever reached a point in business where you know you needed a competitive advantage, but you weren’t quite sure where to focus?  In this episode of Influence by Design, we dive deep into the interesting topic of innovation culture with expert leader and solutionist, Rhiannon Simcocks. To be the first is always the hardest. To do something that no one has done before ushers in fear, co...

Influence is described as the power to affect or change other people’s behaviour or a situation, but how could you harness your influence to create more impact? In this episode of Influence by Design, I share a fun and insightful conversation about how to take your influence and impact to the next level with Ian Crawford. Ian is a leadership and influence expert ingrained with incredible curiosity...

Having many qualifications and a ton of experience does not guarantee that you’ll attract clients. So what can you do to build a strong community that supports your brand and business growth? In this episode, Influence By Design listener Bronja Batorijs asks what the best ways to grow a tribe. I cover these questions and highlight the importance of having a community or a group of people who know,...

We all have heard the same thing over and over again – “Take care of your well-being”. But what does this actually mean? In this episode of the Influence by Design podcast, I sit down to talk about how to achieve success through well-being with Michele Scherr. Michele is a nurse turned health and well-being consultant.  Michele talks about epigenetics and how she uses AI to help people unders...

  Success comes in many forms, but whether it’s personal or professional - true success is almost always achieved by setting and maintaining long-term goals. In this episode of Influence by Design, we talk about how to create your long-term vision for lasting success. Crafting a long-term vision for lasting success takes thought, intentionality, dedication, and focus. It involves understandin...

If you’re looking to amplify your influence and grow your brand, podcasting might be just the perfect tool. Podcasting allows you to reach people far and wide, no matter their location or interests - all while having creative control over the way that you express yourself.  In this episode of the Influence by Design podcast, we explore how to use podcasting to own and share your voice with Je...

Building strong, mutually beneficial relationships with like-minded entrepreneurs is an essential step for anyone striving to reach their long-term business goals. But in today's rapidly changing landscape, knowing how to initiate and manage strategic partnerships can be a daunting task for most entrepreneurs.  In this episode of the Influence by Design podcast, we'll discuss the fundamentals...

So many coaches underestimate the value of good sales copywriting; they’re not aware that it’s a pivotal area they need to focus on to make more sales. However, copywriting doesn’t come easily to all entrepreneurs, so having a streamlined process with structured messaging is essential. In this episode of the Influence by Design podcast, we dive deep into writing effective launch copy with Danielle...

As a business owner, creating influence with your clients has many benefits.  It can help you establish your business as a trusted authority in your industry, attract and retain customers, increase sales, gain a competitive advantage, and improve your brand reputation. So in this episode of Influence By Design, we discuss the topic of creating more influence with your clients. Creating influe...