Ray Edwards Show

Does any of the following sound familiar? You set goals but never seem to hit them…you never seem satisfied…you experience up's and down's, but always seem to live your life somewhere in the messy middle…you have that "someday I'll be happy" mentality. If that's you, here's what I know about you, you aren't productive, rich, or happy. You're familiar with the adage about keeping the same pattern b...

As entrepreneurs, we have one mandate…get as rich as possible. How did you react when you read that? Did it make you feel uncomfortable and even a little squeamish? Money is not a "zero sum game" (meaning in order for me to win you have to lose) – it is quite the opposite. Money is infinite, a representation of the wealth created by entrepreneurs, tradesmen, and investors. So if money is infinite,...

Hosting a live event is complex, expensive, risky, and stressful. Yet for some of us, live events seem like a necessity due to our business model. Even if you have decided that hosting a live event, seminar, or workshop is just too big a pain…Even if you have decided you have no interest in pursuing live events as part of your business model… I urge you to reconsider. Why? Because if you pass this...

Everybody knows that to succeed online you need to build your emails list. Email is still the most effective selling tool online. Videos, webinars, and "the socials" don't work without email. But building an email list is hard. Unless you know the secrets in today's podcast episode. We're going to share exactly how to build and email list fast. Click here to download or listen to this episode now....

If you want to build an online business, or if you want to go online to promote your local, real-world business, you face the same challenge. There are a bajillion websites out there, so how do you stand out in a Sea of Sameness? It's easy to wast time, money, and effort and get nothing in return. There is one ingredient that can change all that. It's not magic, but it is required. CONTENT. But ho...

Do you have a list of things that need to get done, but for some reason you never seem to get around to doing them? Sometimes it appears that everyone around you seems like a productivity genius…while you struggle to remember to feed the cat. Fear not intrepid listener, you don't have to keep staring at that same to-do list as it bullies you and taunts you with feelings of failure. In this episode...

Are you looking for a way to grow your tribe and build a business around your passion? Have you ever considered starting a podcast, but your concerns about the expense, the work, and the commitment it takes to start and maintain a successful podcast make you wonder if it's worth it? Will this still work, or has podcasting had its day? In this interview, we probe the mind of The Podcast Answer Man...

True or False: You can't be a real artist and make money. Most other professions are more reliable and stable than any kind of art. A lower percentage of artists make a stable, livable income than other For art to be pure, the artist should not do it for the money. The only way for an artist to "make it" they must "sell out." If you answered TRUE to ANY of those statements, you need some de-progra...

Here's the problem: you want to build a business, an organization, a church, or a body of work. Something that has long-term significance and impact. Yet it often feels like you're forced to focus on short-term gains. In this episode, we'll introduce you to a way of leadership that is simpler, more elegant, less stressful… and more effective. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. S...

Too often we go through life bouncing from one random event to the next, always reacting to our circumstances and allowing them to dictate our lives. If you're ever going to take control of your destiny, you have to be able to learn to adjust to circumstances using your own personal grit, determination, and the ability to focus on significance instead of success. Today's guest, Aaron Walker, can h...

You are the pioneer. The entrepreneur. The explorer. The risk-taker. But you find yourself married to, or in business with, a settler. A homesteader. A risk-avoider. In this episode, our very special guest is going to blow your mind with her insights about how to harmonize these polar opposites, and prove that they are better together than apart. Click here to download or listen to this episode no...

You hear so many people saying you should write a book. Your business may be struggling, and it's tempting to buy into the idea that writing a book will give your business that boost you need. The credibility and authority a book would give you are huge. Your book can get you interviews, speaking gigs, and sell more of your products, services and programs. But is writing a book the move for you ?...

You have customers but they are cheap, complain a lot, and are a pain to deal with. If they aren't controlled, corralled, and completely ejected they can eat your time, your cash flow, and your business alive. This week we're going to show you how to fix that problem and prevent it from ever happening again…so you only deal with cool people that you like. Click here to download or listen to this e...

For many business owners, cash-flow can be a huge problem. Most businesses that fail do so because of this one problem…they run out of money. Cash-flow is the lifeblood of a business, and in this episode we're going to give you several ways to solve this problem before THEY come and take your stuff. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations Here's a little encoura...

Are you getting the results you want from your sales and marketing efforts? Maybe you've heard you should use stories to sell, perhaps you've even tried it, but how do you consistently make it work? Successfully telling stories is the key to selling your products and services like crazy…and having your customers thank you for it. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foun...

You have a message, a product, or a service and you want to spread the message far and wide. But despite your best efforts, you don't seem to be getting any traction. In this episode we'll show you how to be like your heroes and make money while making an impact. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations I believe there are principles behind scripture that can app...

Early in my copywriting business I was doing client work for 80-100 hours per week, I was killing myself. Two mentors intervened and got me out of that madness. Almost every business success story I can name has a mentor – or several. Today we'll talk about why you need a mentor and how to find one. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations Running a business, esp...

If you've listened to this show for any length of time, you know that our intro music is a catchy little ditty about changing the world and watching your business grow. This week we're going to introduce you to the five influences you exert as a business person, and how these influences empower you to change the world. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations Thi...

You know you need great copy to sell your stuff, and you're thinking of hiring a copywriter, but how can you make sure you don't get ripped off? In this episode we'll show you how to successfully navigate these waters and arrive safely on the shores of copywriting bliss. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations Are facing challenges in your life right now? I have...

You asked…we answered. In this episode we're going to answer seven of the most common questions we get about copywriting. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations "And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus." – Philippians 4:19 Another story from our friend Andy Mason of HeavenInBusiness.com : A business owner of a smal...

When you write, whether it's copy, essays, or words of any nature, you're making a much bigger impact than you think. Almost without fail more people will read what you write than you believe. In a very real sense you're setting waves into motion. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations I believe we often don't see God's miraculous intervention in our lives beca...

You know copywriting is used to sell stuff… but today we’re about to show you how it’s not just for sales pages any more. As a matter of fact, when consciously employed, copywriting becomes the “quantifiable multiplier†for every part of your business and your life. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations What you say has power – huge power. You can wre...

You may feel like the world is spinning out of control, but regardless of which side of the political spectrum you happen to be on, or who is President, I think we can all agree it’s better to not just survive…but thrive. In today’s episode we will explain how to make your business President-Proof. The skill we will share is like a combination of “shields up†and “engage warp drive†fo...

How we define success is important, and the way most people define it is flawed at best. I propose anyone can enjoy instant success, and still be engaged in growing, achieving, and serving, but more about that later… Also coming up, how you can get MY new VIP Email Insiders Newsletter…FREE FOREVER! Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations I've been struggling wit...

If you want to build an effective online presence, gain influence with an audience, ask people to join your cause or buy into your ideas…it all starts with a blog. In my opinion, there's nobody better qualified to teach us than my guest on today's podcast, Leslie Samuel. Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations Do you believe it's wrong, or at least tacky, to wan...