Honest Business

Do you have a big vision and mission for your business? Probably, right. Yet, more often than not, your big vision isn't aligning with your business plan and strategy. Today I'm discussing why this is the case, and what you can do to help you go beyond 7 figures in your business plan. This episode isn't about telling you to make your vision smaller, I'm all about going big, and the...

Unsure how to approach your team members with difficult conversations? In today's episode I discuss how you can bring these things up with your team, and what happens if you leave things unsaid. If you don't like conflict, you want your team to be happy and you don't want to upset anyone then please listen to today's episode as I share ways you can approach these conversations in a...

Are you experiencing the natural journey of slow growth or do you have a sales problem? In today's episode I'm continuing the conversation that I started in the last episode. I discuss how your slow growth could be because you're self sabotaging yourself through comparing yourself to others, or because you're trying to achieve huge goals in such a short period of time.  I ask you s...

Do wish you were further ahead from where you are right now? Struggling to enjoy the moment instead of focusing on the future all the time? In today's episode I talk to you about slow growth, why feeling this way is normal and how to deal with the emotions that come along this journey. Throughout this episode I get you to think about if you're being jealous in business, if you're utili...

Having your onboarding process right takes a lot of time, and it won't be perfect for your first hire. Today I'm sharing with you my best practices when it comes to effectively onboarding a new team member, whether that's a contractor or an employee. I focus this conversation around a virtual team, so if you're in the process of hiring your first team member or maybe you're enh...

Wondering what to do when your business is going well, you're booked out and not sure what's next? When you've accomplished your goals there's not a lot of discussion and strategy on what you do now, do you just sit there at stay where you're at, set new goals, or start over again? In today's episode I share with you the different strategies you can implement once you'v...

Are you struggling to find your perfect team member? Or maybe you're not sure where to even start? In today's episode I discuss my process in finding my perfect team members. From the hiring to the onboarding process, I break down how you can find team members that are a great fit for you and your business. Connect with May on... Instagram https://www.instagram.com/may.james_/ LinkedIn htt...

Today I continue answering your questions about investing in your business, how to budget correctly and spend the 'right' amount of money on your investments. If you're interested in hearing my answers to the below questions, then take a listen to this episode and don't forget to listen to the first four questions in part one. In today's episode I answer: Should you work with t...

Curious about what to make your next investment in yourself and your business? I discuss how each type of support works differently to help you achieve your goals. Today I am answering your questions about investing, finding the right support, and whether you should stay with one coach or not. If you're interested in hearing my answers to the below questions, then take a listen to this episode...

Wondering if your prices are too low? Or maybe you are overpricing and haven't signed many clients? In today's episode I discuss both sides and how this might be damaging your business growth. From turning people away because they think you're too cheap and might lack in delivery, to feeling stuck in your current prices because you're worried it will change peoples perception of yo...

Feeling like you're impatient in business? Constantly climbing and uphill battle? You're not alone. A lot of the clients I work with are impatient and in today's episode I'm sharing some key things you should know about along your journey as an entrepreneur and leader. Connect with May on... Instagram https://www.instagram.com/may.james_/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/maylau...

Are you planning on making your next hire? Wondering when is the best time to bring a team member on? In today's episode I walk you through some questions you need to ask yourself to help you decide if now is a good time to hire and what areas you need extra support in. Connect with May on... Instagram https://www.instagram.com/may.james_/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/maylaurajames/ We...

Today I am opening up and answering 10 questions that my community have asked me. If you're interested hearing my answers to the below questions, then take a listen to this episode. The 10 questions I answer: Do your family support you? Who are my dream clients? What do business owners that are scaling need to focus on? What keeps you up at night? How are you navigating the changes in social m...

Are you hearing a lot that your offers are too expensive? I understand this can be really hard to hear and you might be thinking about cutting your prices. But that doesn't have to be the only option. This episode dives into both sides, the seller and the buyer, to give you a holistic approach to this scenario. Connect with May on... Instagram https://www.instagram.com/may.james_/ LinkedIn htt...

Wondering when it works best to use secret menu items in your business? Or even what they really are? In today's episode I'm sharing how you can implement secret menu offers, when it's appropriate to and how it can propel your business and improve your client results. Connect with May on... Instagram https://www.instagram.com/may.james_/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/maylaurajam...

Curious as to what I predict will happen in the industry for the rest of 2022? Listen to today's episode to hear the 21 things that I believe are going to take place over the upcoming months. From closing businesses to demand increasing and decreasing across different offers, I discuss not only what I predict is going to occur but why and what you can do about it. Connect with May on... Instag...

Last week I discussed how to take time off in your business and in today's episode I'm sharing the 7 lessons (mainly confirmations) that I had during my week away. It was the first time I've been away for a beach holiday since the pandemic and it was such a joy, I was finally was able to switch off and reflect on the past 3 years and it made me realise that working does make me really...

Are you struggling to take time off from your business? Overthinking about how your clients will respond? Then definitely listen to this weeks episode. I share with you how I take time off, from a week to multiple weeks throughout the year as well as how I managed to take a month out of my businesses overnight.  A lot of people like to overcomplicate this, but I want to break down how it can be si...

Are you currently doing market research in your business? Or is this something you think you don't need to do anymore? In this episode May shares with you her opinion on market research and when it's best to do it in your business. In today's episode you'll hear May discuss: What market research really is When you should be doing market research Why it's not to find new ideas Wasting time and mone...

Are you thinking about packing in your business and pulling the plug on everything? Wondering if you're 'cut out' for this and maybe you have started looking at job adverts on LinkedIn looking for the next option. In this episode I have you think about: Is this burnout? Are you working beyond your energy capacity? Has something in your life changed drastically? And more that will help you decide i...

Making an investment isn't enough. Your coach/mentor can only do so much, it also requires you to do the work too. Do you find yourself investing into courses and programs and not putting in the time and effort to follow them through? If so, you're blocking yourself from success. In today's episode I also discuss how paying your own invoices late and not showing up as you expect your clients too c...

We could all build sustainable businesses, the difference is that it's going to be unique to you. I'll be honest, there is no secret formula to having a sustainable business model, everyone has a unique way of doing so. But figuring out what will be sustainable for you is going to be a long journey and I break down in today's episode how to figure that out. Throughout this process you're going to...

Working hard gets demonised. It's something frowned upon in this industry. We get to create our dream lives as entrepreneurs, so why fill that time by working hard? In today's episode I open up the discussion as to what I think it means to be working hard in your business, and how I truly define what it is. Spoiler alert, I love working hard. In this episode I share: - How achieving your goals req...

I've made a few mistakes, who hasn't? Whether they are big or small, mistakes happen in business. So today I'm pulling back the curtain and revealing the 3 biggest mistakes I've made, how I learnt from them (this is key!) and what you can do to avoid making these same mistakes. Mistakes only feel bad if you don't learn from them, and that's why I love making mistakes. By getting over my mistakes q...

Hesitant to launch your offer when your competitor is also launching something? In today's episode I share my views and opinions on what decision you should make if you ever find yourself in this scenario. The industry is so vast, and trust me when I say you won't know of every business in your space. So never let your circle of competitors hold you back from making business decisions. Con...