Chill & Prosper with Denise Duffield-Thomas

Today on the podcast we have a fun “Ask Me Anything” episode that is packed with nuggets of wisdom. I answer your questions about: Managing work while taking extended travel or time-off  Balancing your ambition and work ethic if your partner has a different personality  Tips to start manifesting more money  Overcoming anxiety when starting your business  When to outsource or hire when scaling your...

You might not want to hear this, but there are key numbers in your business that you need to track and have a plan to grow.    It’s possible to both love your people and want to grow your numbers quickly.    Don’t be afraid to look at these numbers. The success of your offers, launches, and, in fact, your whole business is directly linked to the size of your audience.    The truth is that the more...

We have such a joyful podcast episode today! It's all about failing businesses and tricky economic times. Urgh.    But if you've been in scarcity, feeling fearful, or worried about failure, you'll feel better after listening.    The feeling of uncertainty and concerns about the cost of living are real for a lot of us at the moment, so it's normal if you're feeling stressed.   It's also normal if y...

Last year, I took my family to Europe for four months - hubby, three children, and my mom - and it was intense and magical in lots of ways.    We were so lucky to spend time in the UK, seeing Mark’s family and traveling to places like Paris, Barcelona, and Lapland - I hope it was an unforgettable trip for the kids.   I tried not to work much on the trip, but so many experiences stood out while we...

Let’s talk about finding your people - the communities, coaches and business besties you need to thrive.    This is one of my favorite topics because I love talking about my business besties and sharing their work.    Which inevitably leads to questions like “How do I find more besties?” or “Which community should I join for XYZ?”   Having friends who understand your business and have similar expe...

On this week's episode of the Chill and Prosper podcast I'm talking about how to balance life and business and how you can have both!    Now, I'm no expert in this, and it's something that will constantly change as you evaluate your business and your goals. But there are some tried and true tips I've learned along the way that I think you'll love.

Don't freak out. We're going to talk sales, but not in a sleazy or pushy way.    If you don't like sales and you're thinking of skipping this episode, don't worry—I've got some chillprenuer tips that actually work.    Let's make it as easy as possible for you to close the deal and make more money. 

Are you a millionaire? Have you hit $1 million? Or is this a goal for you?   For most people who follow me or listen to my podcast, hitting a million dollars or becoming a millionaire is a big, audacious goal.    It might not be the money itself, but the lifestyle or ability to help others that you dream of, but I’ve found it helps to have a number to aim for.    Yes, we have a few millionaire lis...

I used to have a saying in my business, especially about my brand and photos, that it's always sunny summertime in my world.    I love bright, breezy colors and the chill and ease feeling of summer, so I want my brand to embody that.   But for a long time, I tried to live that energy too, of always being in summer - constantly growing, blooming, and being active.   And it got exhausting.   I've re...

Freedom is my number one value and the absolute best thing I’ve bought with my money.    But freedom often means different things to different people. It can be so overused in the online marketing industry that it loses meaning or is misunderstood.    So today we're talking balancing life and business and what freedom means to you.

Setting and holding boundaries is ongoing work for me and something I know most entrepreneurs must consistently work on.   There’s no denying that boundaries can be difficult and often involve awkward conversations, but they are vital.    Boundaries do not make you a b*tch. They’re essential for you to be a boss.    So, let’s do an inventory of where you’re at right now with boundaries. 

Urgh! It doesn't matter how much money you make or how much you love your business, sometimes things SUCK!    You might be in this space right now, feeling down or overwhelmed. So, we're going to talk about what to do to get out of a funk and how to give yourself the grace and space you need. I get different variations of this question all the time, so today's episode will help you if you've been...

Let’s talk about your prices, specifically if you have a habit of discounting.    This is a huge topic that I’ve written and talked about a lot because it has so many layers.

When things get busy, it’s sometimes easy to forget that being in business is about making money.    So here is your reminder to get into the money-making mentality this week.    Because sometimes we forget. Social media is fantastic, and engaging content is important, but we’re here to help people by serving them and making money in the process. Otherwise, we’ve just got a hobby.     So, I invite...

I get questions all the time about how to make decisions.    How do you decide when to hire or when to leave a business? Should I offer a new product or stop one of my services? Should I quit my job or keep working?   There are so many decisions to make in business - especially when money and other people are involved.    And here’s the tricky thing. When you work for yourself or have a business,...

For today’s episode I’ve got a final installment of our throwback series, answering some juicy business questions that you could be pondering right now including…  Should you invest in high-end coaching How to build a personal brand How to take time off without losing income Ways to avoid taking out a business loan  

I hope you’ve eased into the start of the New Year with some chill and prosperity.    I’m in the final week of my four month trip to Europe - I’m excited to get home but also have LOVED England and a wintery Christmas.    As I’m travelling, for this week’s episode of Chill and Prosper, I’m repurposing some of my best content and answering some common questions about pricing including,    Should yo...

I'm traveling around Europe and gearing up for the holidays, so the Chill and Prosper podcast will take a short holiday break.   For a special bonus episode today, I'm revisiting some of my best content and answering common questions about money blocks.   Listen in to learn how to know precisely when you have money blocks, whether they will ever go away, and how money messages you heard as a child...

The holiday season is upon us, and along with the joy and festivities, it can also bring up some money blocks and worries. Don't worry - I've got you covered!    In today’s podcast ep,  I’m sharing some insights on how to overcome any limiting beliefs and fears around money during the holidays. So grab a cup of cocoa and let's dive in!

So your partner or family and friends have a bad money mindset; now what?    I know this is so challenging, and I hear it from our Money Bootcamp members all the time.   How are you meant to do this essential money mindset work - working on yourself and growing your business - when everyone in your life seems to be against you or stuck in scarcity?    What should you do if the money blocks of the...

Sometimes, in business, things feel hard. There'll be times when you might not love your business; in fact, you might hate it and want to quit.    But before you do anything drastic, let's work through it together.    It's not all or nothing; you don't have to break your business completely - some tweaks could make all the difference.    Your capacity, energy, and passion for your business will ch...

I’ve struggled with procrastination my whole life, especially in business.   I’ve even created courses on beating procrastination, but it’s something that regularly gets in my way.   I know this is a big pain point for a lot of entrepreneurs, especially those with ADHD like me, so I’m sharing my tips and tricks on taking action when you least feel like it.   Although I might look like a very organ...

These words in a recent fortune cookie really got me thinking;   "Reading without reflection is like eating without digestion."   I can devour a book in an afternoon, but sometimes don't take the time to reflect on what I've just read. I can be a fast eater, too.   And I'm fast entrepreneur, constantly juggling multiple projects and quick to action new ideas. The fortune cookie made me reflect on...

Whether it’s for your podcast, social post, or videos - being in business means constantly coming up with new content ideas.    And I always get asked how I come up with ideas and keep things fresh.    So, I’ve put together all my best tips and tricks to inspire you to get into the content-creation groove.    As you listen today, grab a pen or the notes app on your phone to capture your ideas for...

Thankfully, I don’t get a lot of hate mail.    Well, actually, I don’t know because my team gate-keeps my emails, but I hope not 🙂   But the inspiration for today’s podcast episode does come from a comment I got online…   “Denise, you’re so new money.”    I think it was intended as an insult, but I didn’t take it that way because it’s kinda true. I am new to money and have made a few classic new...