Chill & Prosper with Denise Duffield-Thomas

Do you like Halloween? Are you dressing up and trick-or-treating? I love it and can’t wait for some fun and candy with the kids.    Today, we’ve got a spooky topic on the podcast - scary clients.    Whenever I speak to entrepreneurs about their fears, many of them are around having scary conversations with clients or dealing with difficult clients.    It’s a rite of passage on your business journe...

Let’s face it: so many of us are stressed out.    The last couple of years have been a lot, and running a business while having a relationship, family, and self-care isn’t straightforward.    I’ve seen more of our community sharing their health challenges, and I’ve talked a lot about my ADHD diagnosis and peri-menopause journey.     As we get older, things like aging parents, chronic illness, and...

Whether you're feeling burnt out, lacking motivation, or need inspiration, I'm here to help!   One of the things that sets me apart in the online marketing industry is my longevity - I've been running the Money Bootcamp course and community for over a decade, and we have over 9,000 members.    So I get asked all the time, how do I stay interested and focused?    How do I stay motivated and not bre...

If you’re a regular listener to my podcast, you’ll know I don’t often have guests on the show. I batch like 12 episodes in a day and the logistics of having guests usually doesn’t work with that.    But today I’ve got something special - a chat with my bestie, interior designer, and set designer, Naomi Findlay.    Naomi and I have done a LOT of renovation projects together and partnered in a few b...

Does this sound familiar? Have you been constantly told to get over your fear to succeed in your business?    But despite trying to bury your fear, you still feel anxious and uncertain, unable to move forward with confidence.    I’ve been there too - stuck in that constant struggle between faith and fear, it can be painful and overwhelming.    And how can we tell the difference? When should we lis...

Pricing is such a pain point for many entrepreneurs, so I talk about it a lot.   You'll also have to revisit it regularly during your business journey.    A price that feels big and scarcy at the start may soon feel normal or too small. So it's essential to continue to review your pricing so it feels like a win-win and a good energetic match.    So, if you've been avoiding looking at your prices o...

If you haven't heard a single rumor about this, you're probably thinking, "Who do you think you are, Denise?"   Or you may have heard that it's a goal of mine to retire soon, and you're curious.   At a conference I was speaking at back in March, I mentioned that I'm on track to hit my goal of retiring by 45, and maybe it was an overshare, but I had a few people freak out.    So, I wanted to record...

Every day, I get questions from entrepreneurs about how to stay positive, stay on top of my mindset, or what to do when the inevitable blocks pop up.    I’ve spent the last two decades helping people with their mindset in business because I know how crucial it is to your success and well-being.    Working on your mindset is one of the only things in business that you can’t outsource to anyone else...

After every launch, I’m nagged by the question - why didn’t more people buy?    Despite the success of my business, and even when we’ve had 7-figure launches, the question still haunts me.    If you’ve ever thought this or had a launch that missed expectations, then today’s podcast episode is for you.    We’re talking launch conversion rates and the real reasons why people don’t buy. 

Back then when I first tried my hand at launching an online business, it was a whole different ball game.  In 2009, social media was an infant, graphics creation was a nightmare and hosting your own videos? Forget about it unless you were ready to shell out some serious dough.  I still remember the days when PowerPoint or Paint were my tool of choice for creating graphics and I continually tweaked...

As an introvert, the thought of living out of suitcases, constantly on the move with my family was simply overwhelming.  But, when Mark and I first starting talking about the idea of taking on some extended travel, there was a determination deep within me to turn this journey into something more than just an extended vacation.  It was about breaking free from the daily grind, to create vivid memor...

I recently got home from an AMAZING trip to New York, and I was surprised by how many money lessons I picked up!    This was an unusual trip because, at least initially, it wasn't work-related. It felt hard to let myself relax and do something purely for fun.    As you may know, I love musicals and Broadway (and have invested in a few), so I went to NY for BroadwayCon.    The Ruler in me did add t...

I don’t want to be a “Debbie Downer,” but I’m going to be real with you.   Being in business, particularly working with your significant other, is not always sunshine and rainbows.    Today’s podcast episode isn’t a pity party, but I’m giving you an honest look at some of the things I find hardest in my business. 

For today’s podcast I’ve got something a little different for you and it’s so fun!    And this took some expert editing because recording this ep was a little manic!   This episode is a family affair - I’ve got four special guests; my hubby Mark and our three gorgeous kids. Listen to this chat with our family to learn:   How we talk about money Our kids ideas about money and future careers What ou...

SO JUICY! Ever wondered what it costs to run a multi-million dollar business?   In today's podcast, I take you behind the scenes and share the real costs from my company. 

If you’re stuck at a plateau or want to move to the next income level, it starts with exploring your unconscious beliefs about why you can’t earn more.    Are there unwritten rules about what you are and aren’t allowed to earn? Maybe there are unconscious limits from your parents, industry, or mentors.   In today’s podcast episode, I discuss how to acclimate to higher revenue and the steps you can...

This week's episode of Chill & Prosper is an Ask Me Anything, and in addition to talking about getting your partner or potential partner on board, I also dive deep into how you can:  Discover powerful techniques to manifest and chase after your biggest dreams.  Learn strategies to conquer self-doubt and eliminate limiting beliefs.  Uncover the secrets to improving productivity through delegati...

I can't believe how far I've come since those early days when I decided to dive headfirst into entrepreneurship.    It feels like a lifetime ago when I was fumbling through writing my first ebook, teaching myself how to build webpages, and trying to navigate the ever-changing online landscape.   But there's something magical about being a newbie, filled with boundless energy and the willingness to...

I’ve never met someone who doesn’t feel like a fraud or imposter, at least some of the time.  Myself included.   But the thing about imposter syndrome, especially in business, is that it feels so lonely. It feels real, and we often tell ourselves that no one else feels this way.   So on today’s podcast, I’m sharing some times when I’ve felt like a fraud and my tips for overcoming imposter syndrome...

Having a business plan is one of those important prerequisites for starting a business that they teach in business school - Right?    But do you really need one? What's the best way to do a business plan? Is there a Chill and Prosper way?   As someone who was never really good at assignments, writing a business plan always felt like boring homework. Plus, my ADHD and procrastination meant I never...

This episode of the Chill & Prosper podcast is all about timing.     For this Ask Me Anything episode, I'm answering a bunch of questions on the theme of knowing when it's the right time to make a change in your business.

Hi there,    Is there a salary that’s deemed “appropriate” in your industry?    Or common beliefs about what you “should” be charging?    Does your industry have money blocks that are creating barriers for everyone?    In today’s podcast episode, we look at which professions have the biggest money blocks and explore the common blocks that could affect your industry. 

On today's podcast, we're talking about juggling business and family.    Variations on this theme are the most common questions I've been getting recently;   How to juggle business with having kids?  How to prepare your business for having kids? What changes in your business when you have kids? How to balance being a CEO and a Mom?   But even if you don't have kids, you'll get a lot out of this ep...

In my recent survey, our community told me that hiring was one of the top challenges you face in your businesses.    Hiring is such a big pain point for many, and I know you've got a lot of questions about it - how to hire your first assistant, who to hire next, and who's on my team.  Who to hire and when is a big decision, so in this podcast episode, I'm explaining how the Money Archetype framewo...

I've got a juicy bonus podcast episode today all about how to use the Money Archetypes to understand and identify your ideal client.  This is always a big pain point for people in all the business courses and coaching I've done.  It's normal to stress about doing this wrong, picking the wrong niche, or worry about excluding people (I see you Nurturers wanting to help everyone 😘).