Hint of Hustle with Heather Sager

Every opportunity to speak on someone else’s stage is a privilege because they’re trusting you with their audience.. But where is the line between it being a great opportunity to grow your business and selling yourself short? Yes, free speaking can be a powerful tool in your marketing strategy…however without a purposeful plan in place you can end up adding another to-do item to your task list wit...

Have you ever beat yourself up when things don’t play out like you planned?  Oftentimes, we become so obsessed with our expectations, we feel disappointed or give up when things don’t go perfectly . Even though we logically know that life rarely goes as planned. In today’s episode I’m sharing with you the behind the scenes of my life and business on how “plans” have evolved in little AND big ways...

Creating amazing content is half of the marketing battle…the other half comes from rolling up your sleeves and earning eyeballs on your business. Maybe one of those questions you’ve wondered about is this: How do I get more eyes on my content if I don't have a large following? It’s a question I’ve heard on repeat over the last year that’s why I’m tackling it on today’s podcast episode. So if...

Are you ready for a mind shift that could change your life? Join us in today’s episode as we do a throwback to my interview with the incredible Jill Stanton of The Wealthy Course Creator duo and The Millionaire Girls Club. Get ready for a deep dive into the power of our thoughts, how they can either uplift us or pull us down and the crucial role of mindset to reach our goals. Jill offers insight i...

When most entrepreneurs think of speaking, they think of either professional speakers charging a fee for their talk or speaking for free to get experience to eventually command a fee. But this concept of trading money for time wasn’t why you built your business, and speaking for free without a strategy isn’t going to lead you towards the results you want. The good news is that this isn’t the only...

Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation with the remarkable entrepreneur, Gloria Chou as we challenge the go-to definition of success and dive deep into Gloria's transformative journey. Gloria is an expert in helping small business owners, especially bootstrapped founders and women of color, amplify their message and be seen and heard in the world. Despite her unconventional path to th...

Whenever I share that I’m a speaking coach,  I always hear a version of… “Omg I need you, I ramble too much.” The struggle is real when it comes to getting your ideas out of that brain, through your mouth and easily understood by your audience. Now the question is, how do I fix this problem? In today’s episode, I'm sharing my specific recipe—the exact exercise that I follow and I've used...

I see it all the time. Working with my private clients, talking with my students in my group coaching program, the conversations in my Instagram DMs…one of the biggest struggles in starting and growing a business is feeling confident in the most important part of the process —selling!  Whether it’s selling your ideas, yourself or your offers, selling can feel uncomfortable. And if you feel icky ab...

We’ve all been in moments where we question our own ideas or capabilities. Heck, even the most successful entrepreneurs openly talk about experiencing impostor syndrome. The question is, how much of your time is sneakily stolen by doubt or worry? If you find yourself in seasons where you can’t seem to make progress, chances are it’s far more than you think. In today’s conversation, I’ll share with...

It takes a lot of work to run a growing business.  It's always this constant pursuit of growth—personally, professionally and financially.  And with all the plans to execute, targets to reach, content to create and more, you might find yourself feeling stuck, constantly running on a hamster wheel of busyness with all the back-to-back client calls, podcast guesting, little admin tasks, and you...

When it comes to starting and growing your business, there’s A LOT to think about— from creating your products and programs to lead generation, making sales, operations… etc. It’s challenging to get your head around all these moving parts..but as my Mentor and Business Coach James Wedmore says—how you see business determines what's possible for you. In today’s episode, I’m welcoming James bac...

Freedom and flexibility is one of the main reasons most people want to be an entrepreneur and become their own boss. I mean, who doesn’t want the freedom to decide what work you do, when you do it, and where you do it?! If you’re thinking you’ll never ever go back to being an employee, you’re my people, because it means you’ve decided this business of yours will be a success. The honest truth is…w...

On today's episode, we’re talking about a cornerstone of any successful online business: building an email list.  I know that you know how important this topic is— yet so many experts place it far too low on their list of just do activities. As an online business owner, you likely spend a lot of time creating content, whether it be through courses, digital products, social posts, blogs and mo...

Hustle is one of those things that's required to achieve big goals, but it should not overtake your life—remember, we’re building our business so that we can live. If you’re wondering what it takes to really create a sustainable and profitable online brand using the Hint of Hustle philosophy—meaning we know it's gonna take work, but it doesn't mean it needs to consume ALL of our tim...

Money can be a sensitive topic for many of us, and it's not uncommon to feel embarrassed or ashamed when discussing finances– business, personal or otherwise. But did you know that these feelings can actually be a block to your next business breakthrough? On today's episode, we're taking a deep dive into the world of money mindset and exploring how our beliefs about money can impact...

The stories we tell ourselves and how we let the world affect us matter so much around money—that’s why it’s crucial to choose what story is going to be true for you. Scarlett Cochran, attorney, financial expert, entrepreneur and the founder of One Big Happy Life, shares  her approach in understanding and growing  money in a way that is aligned with your unique vision of what a rich life looks lik...

It's the whispered question that I get asked a LOT. …Working with a coach on an upcoming keynote presentation for a conference of 5000. …An executive for his debut TEDx talk. …A digital course creator for her upcoming masterclass. I even get it when chatting with peers about doing a meet up at a conference. "But Heather... what should I wear?" When it comes to showing up as a person...

What is it about those top personalities in your industry that seem to have this natural ability to shine, seemingly effortlessly? You might be over here just trying to keep up with the latest tactics and marketing strategies touted online, that showing up in a big way feels… out of reach. So the question stands, does “success” really come down to tactics? Or is elevating your presence online more...

Do you find yourself constantly busy, but unsure if all the activity is actually leading to anything meaningful for your business? As an online business owner, it can be challenging to navigate the distractions and stay on track with your core goals. But what if we told you that working harder is not always the answer?  Or that it isn’t about being more productive or disciplined?  In this episode,...

Have you ever wondered how to customize a talk for a different audience? It's a question I get asked all the time. In this episode, I'll share with you the approach I teach my clients to craft and tailor their message. You’ll learn tactical tips on how to expand or contract your talk, and the three levels of engagement that you can use to create a customized engagement activity that reso...

Lindsay Rogers is a former journalist and founder of Raw Strategy where she teaches people to tell stories for a living, yet she found herself facing something relatable: having difficulty figuring out how to tell her own story and how to translate the message in her marketing materials to the stage. That’s why when she was asked to speak, Lindsay raised her hand to join my signature talk program...

Liz Wilcox is the Fresh Princess of Email and a keynote speaker, a former client of mine who built her signature talk in my program. She’s got a big vision in mind, but she’s flexible about how she’s going to get there. Right now, Liz focuses on building towards that future one talk at a time. Because each talk she gives is an opportunity to connect with another person, build a new relationship an...

In August, I merged my speaker coaching business with Emily Hall’s presentation design agency… and last week we announced our decision to untangle ourselves back to separate companies. I won’t try to hide it – it’s been an emotionally difficult few weeks, but we’re both super optimistic (and still BFFs). In this episode, I'm getting real, raw and vulnerable as I share with my the behind the s...

The way you communicate impacts how others perceive you and your business. When you sound polished and professional, you’re seen as knowledgeable, trustworthy and confident – which establishes your credibility and helps you attract new clients. And poor communication skills are COSTLY because when others don’t understand what you do and how you can help them, they certainly won’t buy from you. Tha...

Stages are the BEST way in 2023 to accelerate your authority, build trust and generate HOT leads who want to pay you (not just download your free stuff). Now, does that mean that you should chase all of these stages and say YES to every opportunity? Heck no. While booking more stages could get you bigger results— the reality is it’s what you DO with those opportunities that matters most.   So the...