Business Growth Lab

Are you ready to take your coaching business to the next level and experience explosive growth? In this episode of the Influence By Design podcast, Samantha brings together a star-studded panel of experts from the Profitable Coach Summit to reveal the secrets that will help you break through to unprecedented success. Five powerful speakers from the Summit share their hard-won wisdom and proven str...

In this episode, Samantha brings you another special sneak peek into the upcoming Profitable Coach Summit, a unique event that blends spiritual and energetic business practices with solid business foundations. The summit aims to help coaches create a thriving business that allows them to make more money, have more time, and enjoy the freedom to live their best life. Samantha introduces clips from...

In this special episode, Samantha shares a sneak peek into the upcoming Profitable Coach Summit, featuring a fantastic lineup of 30 expert speakers. These coaches have not only achieved financial success but have also created businesses that align with their passions and desired lifestyles. The summit aims to provide a holistic approach, integrating both spiritual and energetic disciplines with sa...

Are you a coach who feels like your expertise isn't translating into the sales it should be?  Do you find yourself struggling to stand out in a crowded marketplace, wondering how to ignite your business and unlock your full potential?  In this episode, Melanie Benson sits down with Samantha, the host of the Profitable Coach Summit, to explore the untapped opportunities that await coaches...

Achieving outward success while inwardly feeling unfulfilled and stressed is a common paradox many entrepreneurs face. We strive to reach goals that promise happiness, only to end up drained, overwhelmed and wondering if there is a better way. In this episode, Liam Naden shares a refreshing new paradigm for effortless success by understanding how to harness the full power of the brain. He draws fr...

Do you want more people to know who you are?  If so, podcast guesting is a great way to build your authority, and grow your audience. But how do you get booked on more shows? In this episode of Influence By Design, Samantha Riley chats with Renée Warren, a public relations and media expert. They dive deep into the world of podcast pitching and discuss the immense value of being a guest on pod...

There are potentially thousands of people who do what you do.  So how do you stand out in a sea of noise?   Having your own frameworks make your content unique and help you stand out in your industry. No matter how busy or noisy your field is, a solid framework can earn you phenomenal reviews and revenue for your business.  In this episode of Influence By Design, Samantha speaks wit...

Business success doesn't happen by accident. Yet many owners fall prey to thinking overnight wins could happen at any moment. In reality, sustainable growth requires patience to build foundations properly, then precision to course-correct issues before catastrophe hits. In this episode, Samantha and Tim pull back the curtain on navigating business with intention. Sparked by the TV show The Profit,...

Do you spend enough time nurturing your relationships? If you don’t, you are missing a seemingly simple strategy which can drastically change the trajectory of your business. In this episode of Influence By Design, Samantha Riley chats with Esther Kiss, a public relations and media expert and the founder of Born to Influence.  Samantha and Esther share generous tips on how to ask for introduc...

Is there something holding you back from confidently raising your rates? If you’ve been waiting for that much-needed push to go for it, this episode will give you the tools and confidence you need. In this episode of Influence By Design, Samantha and Tim have an interesting discussion about pricing and how business owners can charge more while actually doing less. They explore the mindset issues e...

Did you know writing a book can help you grow your business exponentially? If you’ve been thinking about publishing your own book, this episode will give you insights about how to use it to sign more clients, before you actually put pen to paper.  In this episode of Influence By Design, Samantha talks to Chris Benetti, founder of Smart Author Media about strategies for leveraging your book to...

If you’re considering taking your first steps toward scaling your business, you’ve come to the right place. This episode will let you in on the secrets of growing and scaling your business, so you can be better informed before taking this major step in your entrepreneurial journey.  In this episode of Influence By Design, Samantha and Tim talk about two distinct business concepts — growing an...

As entrepreneurs and business owners, finding clarity around who you serve and the unique value you offer, is crucial yet challenging to navigate. Having crystal clear clarity on your niche while also positioning yourself as an industry leader requires courage and conviction. In this episode, Samantha talks about an issue central to growing your business - what is the difference between niching an...

Sacred geometry is an ancient science that reveals hidden universal patterns using numbers and geometry. These energetic cycles and rhythms deeply influence our lives, whether we are consciously aware of them or not. In this episode, expert Jean Sheehan illuminates the energy and opportunities of 2024 based on the principles of sacred geometry. She provides practical guidance on how we can best na...

As coaches and consultants, our strong relationships with clients are key. Now, new AI technologies promise to help us reach more people, but how do we use these tools without losing the personal touch our clients value? In this episode, Samantha and Tim dive into this challenge. They look at how AI is used to mimic human chats and explore the tough questions about being open and keeping connectio...

Money is one of the most emotionally-charged topics. Our relationship with finances shapes the trajectory of our lives and businesses on so many levels. In this powerfully vulnerable episode, Samantha opens up the conversation around transforming your money mindset so that you can finally expand your impact and income.  Limiting beliefs and self-sabotaging patterns around money often hold us...

The new year brings an air of possibility and fresh starts. However, after an indulgent holiday period, getting back into business mode can feel daunting. Sales calls seem even more intimidating when you're struggling to find your momentum. So how do you reignite your passion and quickly get clients booked? In this week's episode, Samantha and Tim tackle that exact question. They share practical s...

We live in an age of lightning-fast technological advancements, where new platforms and AI capabilities emerge almost overnight. For coaches trying to grow their businesses, it can be incredibly difficult to keep up. You formulate a strategy, finally feel like you’ve caught up to the latest trends, and then...everything changes again. In this episode, Samantha and Leon acknowledge that struggle. T...

As we embark on a new year, many of us feel inspired to set ambitious goals for business growth and life fulfilment. However, as statistics show, most resolutions fail by mid-February as everyday realities set in. How can we make sure 2024 is different? In this planning-oriented episode, Samantha and Leon provide a blueprint for manifesting your biggest dreams while avoiding the common pitfalls. T...

As we bid farewell to 2023 and welcome the promise of a new year, it is the perfect time for reflection and intention setting. In this episode of Influence by Design, hosts Samantha and Leon model how to find the lessons of the past year to create an extraordinary future. Samantha and Leon dedicate time on New Year’s Eve to journal and discuss insights uncovered across nine key areas of their live...

In this episode, Samantha and Tim reflect on their 2023 themes. They explore whether they achieved what they set out to, the lessons learned, and how that guides their focus for 2024. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE: How Samantha rediscovered the fun she created in 2023 (0:40) Tim’s realization about loving his work (5:57) The power of planning breaks as well as blocking work time (7:51) When...

Growing a business to over $5 million in revenue is possible, but it requires solving key problems at each stage of growth. In this episode of Influence By Design, business growth strategist Michael Wark shares his 3-step framework for scaling a profitable and sustainable business. Samantha and Michael talk about the distinct challenges faced at each revenue milestone — cracking $1 million, $5 mil...

What's the secret sauce behind every exceptional salesperson, regardless of product or industry? That's the guiding question explored in this episode with Glenn Michael Milliet. With nearly 50 years working in the beauty industry, Glenn Michael Milliet brings an unusual blend of hair stylist chops and sales psychology expertise. Dubbing himself the “Business Communication Expert”, Glenn draws the...

We all know the old adage - "time flies when you're having fun". Yet as entrepreneurs consumed by business-building, we often neglect to pause and assess if we are truly enjoying the ride. Moreover, in the relentless pursuit of goals, it becomes easy to lose perspective across critical areas that ultimately enable or derail our success. In this introspective episode, Samantha and Tim emphasize why...

Many experts focus intensely on creating their courses and programs, yet overlook the crucial need to build an audience who will actually buy from them.  In this episode of Influence by Design, Samantha chats with Ellen Finkelstein on how to build an engaged email list to help your business thrive. Your “list” is a list of people you can legally reach out to, and Ellen emphasizes the value of...