LITerally

In this insightful discussion, Angie Brown, a determined entrepreneur currently facing business challenges, shares her journey towards improvement. They explore how automation and support systems help maintain energy and productivity. Angie highlights the significance of recognizing one’s strengths and the role of external help in sustainable growth. They delve into the importance of understanding energy management and trust within teams, along with the balance between personal well-being and professional demands.

In this Intro to Season 8, we kick off with a get-to-know-you session with our new coachee, Angie Browne! I believe she's going to bring such an important and different angle from what we've had on the podcast in previous seasons and it's going to serve all business owners in an entirely new way – plus, you get to listen to her amazing accent for the next six months (you're welcome!)! In this episode, you'll hear: The work Angie does, who she serves, and the incredible path she's been on that's given her the business she has today How the pandemic and social injustices in 2020 shifted and synthesized her 20 years of work and it's illustration of adjusting plans to meet what we're presented with as business owners Why Angie wanted to work together (and why I honestly wondered if I was the right person to help her!) and what we talked through together before deciding this partnership was a good fit Her favorite part of the LITerally podcast, her mindset around the public accountability that will come with broadcasted coaching sessions, and what interested her in The Partnership Model The goals Angie wants to accomplish through this season of her business and why these might be refreshing for you to hear in an industry hyper focused on huge monetary benchmarks Thoughts around balancing life as a present parent and a human who wants to have an impact on the world through their work Angie's experience being a Black Woman seeking coaching in our online space and what she hopes to bring to this podcast Episode Links Join my Facebook group Learn more about Angie on her website

In this final episode with Sabrina, we're wrapping up Season 7 by discussing her time on the podcast. From the brave leap of being this transparent to the time she wanted to never talk to me again to what's next for us and her business. We're sharing it all in this final wrap up (including a surprise)! In this episode, you'll hear: How Sabrina felt about the experience she had with being on the podcast and her thoughts around being even more visible through these coaching sessions A surprise that both Sabrina and I have committed to that will be beneficial to her, our coach/client relationship, and to you as a listener of LITerally Why I got to a point where I personally wanted to be done with this season (and Sabrina's side about why she stayed committed) The biggest lessons Sabrina is taking away from the past seven months Why everything can't be 'aligned' always and Sabrina's strengths in business that have helped her to be as successful as she is What's next for her and the one thing I want to point out about her business that people might not expect Episode Links Join my Facebook group Learn more about Sabrina on her website

In Session 20 with Sabrina (our final session), we discuss what support looks like in your business – and not just in terms of team or coach. Those are obviously super important pillars that contribute to your success, but what other factors support you as a scaling business owner? This is an exciting opportunity to dive into the pieces we don't see or talk about often and identify what you may want to add, lean into, or take away to feel even MORE supported as you grow. In this episode, you'll hear: The reality of personal shit that comes up for all of us and why we can't bypass the human experience How Sabrina produces 153 pieces of content each month and how to treat content as your most valuable asset What you need to do to make sure the work you're putting into a training (or anything else that you create) is worth the time, energy, and investment More assets that Sabrina is sharing, the requirements of building those out, and why seasons of building matter in business The meaning behind the phrase, "be the talent" that I often challenge my clients to think about as it relates to team Looking outside of the box for ways to feel supported and a few examples of what this looks like for Sabrina that help make it easier for her to keep moving forward Why it can feel harder to make decisions or moves when things feel good in business or life and how to find your way through that Episode Links Join my Facebook group Learn more about Sabrina on her website

In Session 19 with Sabrina, we discuss big and very real fears…because EVERYONE has their own version of these, and it can be hard to believe that someone further along in business isn't completely rid of them or never struggles. So untrue! This conversation is going to be permission-giving and a reminder that you can still be absolutely crushing it in business, making multiple millions, and still have fears that aren't determining factors of your success. In this episode, you'll hear: What the Deepest Fear Inventory is, what it looks like via Sabrina's example, and why we use it Freedom as a core value and how to make sure your own values stay intact regardless of fears that come up The pressures to make everything scalable, why I think this is BS, and celebrating the programs or offers in your business even if they don't make a million dollars How we build evidence against fears so that growth feels safer and easier The mindf*ck of consistency AND freedom and finding ways to bridge the very normal gap that can exist between the two Why it's so crucial to marvel at the 'normal' as you grow, even if you're not where you want to be yet in business or life! What it actually means to be 'authentic' online and how to put it into practice in a way that doesn't feel bad or make you resent the idea of showing up Episode Links Join my Facebook group Learn more about Sabrina on her website

In Session 18 with Sabrina, we discuss what she's doing with her 1:1 offers, balancing changes in her life with business, and filling team roles – basically, we used this session as a chance to hit the reset button and gain clarity around the challenges she's facing in these areas. And surprise! We're extending this season just a bit, so more calls with Sabrina to come! In this episode, you'll hear: Adjusting to new normals in and out of business and the key mindset piece to hold onto as you manage challenges, no matter where you're at in business Why Sabrina decides to table her 1:1 offer and what she's focusing on instead from a holistic/zoomed out perspective The worst fear that seems to pop up when business owners experience audience growth and/or attention and a reminder for you around this so it doesn't feel so intense Why I'm advising Sabrina to wait on launching, and the importance of having the right support Challenges that come with re-hiring someone for a role that didn't work out in the past and considerations to make based on your needs and circumstances Wanting more "spice" in your business and how to deal with this feeling so that it doesn't lead to burning everything to the ground "Quantum Leaping" and what is required to make those growth jumps without being miserable or burning out Episode Links Join my Facebook group Learn more about Sabrina on her website

In Session 17 with Sabrina, we discuss where her leads and sales are coming from, the returns she's seeing on consistent investments, and considerations to make when pricing your offers. These are things we need to talk about at every level of business, so while the specifics of the conversation might look slightly different (i.e. her pricing strategy won't necessarily apply to yours) but these concepts still apply and all lend themselves to continual growth and mind-blowing results in your business. In this episode, you'll hear: How you can still have amazing results – even when things feel tough or sh*t hits the fan Knowing what's working in your business and why it's useful (and profitable) to lean in to leverage that for more opportunities One of the hardest parts of entrepreneurship and the mindset to adopt that will help you see the big payoffs down the road Showing up as the coach your clients need to empower them in their work, their boundaries, and the actions they take The surprising thing that sometimes has to happen when team shifts take place, but what to watch out for so the transition doesn't lead to resentments The importance of knowing the intention behind your pricing and how to make sure you truly feel good about working within that container Episode Links Join my Facebook group Learn more about Sabrina on her website

In this solo episode, we discuss the ways to create the most optimal team for your business. Because as a scaling business owner, your team is truly the backbone of everything you do and contributes to creating the best experience possible for you as the CEO. Without the right support, seeing the desired growth can feel even harder, causing resistance and resentment in a lot of other areas. In this episode, you'll hear: One of the first things I tell clients to put into place when they start building their team (and constantly working on within my own business) that I think we tend to forget, but is crucial to both your happiness and theirs The problems that arise when you are the only one "holding the top of the puzzle box" for your team (Psst! This is super common for those trying to move from 6-figures to multiple 6-figures) Our company "rules" and culture at ALUL and the reasoning behind them so you can see why it's crucial to create your own for a healthy, well-functioning environment for everyone The key factor to creating the kind of action you want to see from your team and making sure things roll the way you want them to in your business (and no, it's not micromanaging!) How to apply the concept of "small things add up" to you and your team so you're feeling supported and not using up time and energy that isn't necessary for you to expend! Episode Links Join my Facebook group Learn more about Sabrina on her website

I requested for us not to record this session as there were some big things we needed to dive into. In this short solo episode, I share the reasoning behind that and the outcome of that conversation. While Sabrina had objections to not recording, we both agreed it ended up being best as we were able to get to the bottom of Sabrina's resistance, and had space to speak freely (with respect to everyone involved) as we unpacked a tough business decision. Tune in to hear more about this crucial juncture and conversation. In this episode, we share: What is involved in running a large business (and why having space to process the moving parts is crucial) The root of Sabrina's launch resistance (and why this is so helpful for you to be aware of in your own business) One trap many high-achievers experience that can make you feel resistance in your business (and how to avoid it) What Sabrina proved to herself in making this tough decision (and why it's everything for her mindset and self-trust) How to keep your business running smoothly without relying on your energy alone (whether you have a team or not) Episode Links Join my Facebook group Learn more about Sabrina on her website

In Session 15 with Sabrina, we discuss one of the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face as they grow their businesses, and normalize this for all levels of business. You'll get to hear what to do about it, what questions to ask yourself, and what to lean into to get more of what you want. You'll also hear my own challenge in recording this podcast, and get to listen to how it plays out in real time. In this episode, you'll learn: The biggest challenge of business growth (and the importance of focusing energy and attention on this continually) What you can use to leverage your team's support and efficiency, whether you have one team member or thirty How to create a team that truly fits your business as you scale One small but very significant habit that can make the biggest difference in your business (including increasing sales) What question you need to ask yourself regularly for game-changing growth One valuable piece of data to leverage your business success, efficiency, and investments at any level Episode Links Check out this UTM Tracking resource (from Datable) Join my Facebook group Learn more about Sabrina on her website