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Business Growth Lab

Samantha Rileysamanthariley.global
Coaches, service providers, and visionary entrepreneurs ready to turn big ideas into thriving empires, welcome to your new home. Join Authority Positioning Strategist Samantha Riley, who brings over 30 years of business-building experience. Each week, she pulls back the curtain on strategies designed to grow and scale highly successful businesses. You’ll hear from industry-leading experts revealing what’s working right now, as well as behind-the-scenes business chats with her husband Leon, where they share the unfiltered realities of scaling. This is where bold ideas meet strategic action, so get ready to experiment, scale, and transform your business from the inside out. Share your takeaways and questions on IG with @thesamriley and @leonflitton
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Episodes

Tips To Boost Your Productivity

We all struggle with productivity from time to time. But do you need to give your productivity a more permanent boost? Or are you busy being busy, and not focussing on the right things? Spending your time avoiding the jobs that are going to move the needle on your business? Right now, I’m seeing that people are really struggling to focus due to the uncertainty around the world - they’re anxious and wondering when all of this is going to end. For this reason, I’ve decided to make a quick-tip epis...

Aug 04, 202122 minEp. 297

Attract Sales Without Spending a Cent on Paid Ads or Fancy Funnels with Darius Tan

Do you want to grow your business using organic traffic? Attract sales without paying a single cent on ads or fancy funnels? Well, you’re in the right place. We’re often told that organic marketing means posting a tonne of content. After years of using this method, getting burnt out and going nowhere, Darius created an organic client attraction machine that helped him not just attract and increase his sales, but position himself as an expert in his niche. In this episode I’m joined by Darius Tan...

Aug 01, 202152 minEp. 296

Are You Making These Marketing Mistakes? (Part 2)

This is part two of the 10 marketing mistakes to avoid in your business. Last Thursday, we shared five marketing mistakes we see people making. And today, we’ll share another five. These marketing mistakes are in no particular order so don’t think that the first 5 mistakes that we shared with you have a higher tendency to provide a bigger impact than the next. So, sit back, relax, and let’s dive in... WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE: The mystery (2:35) Foundational elements of a successful ...

Jul 28, 202127 minEp. 295

Create Messages That Matter with Ashlee Sang

Having your message clearly understood by your audience is essential to your success. Specifically, creating powerful messaging that really matters. How can you create an effective marketing message that resonates with your potential clients? Are you sending a message that’s in alignment with your brand? In this episode, I’m joined by Ashlee Sang, who works with purpose-driven founders to get clarity around their brand messaging strategy. She’s helping them make an impact so they can grow their ...

Jul 25, 202131 minEp. 294

Are You Making These Marketing Mistakes? - Part 1

We all start business with the grand ambition to change the world in some form. Unfortunately, most of us don’t know a thing about marketing and sales and trying to figure out how to attract new customers or clients is why most businesses fail. In this two-part series, Tim and I will share the marketing mistakes that business owners need to look out for, and avoid. There are so many opportunities left on the table if you don’t have the right information to make your marketing efforts work for yo...

Jul 21, 202132 minEp. 293

Overcoming Fear with Nikki Johnson

Fear is one of the biggest factors holding people back, and overcoming fear is a huge part of daily life as an entrepreneur. Do you have the feeling that you’re not good enough? Do you have doubts that you’re not going to make it? Whatever you’re going through right now, no matter how bad it is, it could be preparing you for the opportunity of a lifetime. In this episode, Nikki shares how she overcame being a victim of sexual abuse, being broke, and homeless. Today, Nikki is a motivational speak...

Jul 18, 202138 minEp. 292

3 Lead Magnets That Are Working Well Right Now

Lead magnets are what you give to your prospects in exchange for their contact details. We use multiple lead magnets in our business, and use them at different times depending on our promotions. They are an important part of your business to build your list and attract new leads. But not all lead magnets are created equal. For example, ebooks have a low perceived value as a lead magnet. On the other hand, the best lead magnets today are those that people believe have a deeper value. In this epis...

Jul 14, 202120 minEp. 291

The Secret To Higher Sales Conversions with Ari Galper

Sales are the lifeblood of your business. But how can you sell effectively if people don’t trust you? Social media is busier than ever right now. Many people are reaching out and jumping straight into a sales pitch almost immediately. This strategy is unlikely to work because they haven’t built trust with their customers or prospects yet. Ari Galper is the world’s number one authority in trust-based selling, and in this episode he shares what he means by “trust-based selling”. Trust is the new c...

Jul 11, 202137 minEp. 290

How To Implement A New Idea In Business: Forward Planning and Backward Reflection

In Episode 281 , we talked about what has worked and what hasn’t worked in our business in the past 12 months. We thought it would be great to do a follow up episode, and share how we implement new ideas in our business. In today’s conversation we share how we decide whether or not to run with an idea, and how we go about planning for a new project. We will take you behind the scenes for a sneak peak of our planning and implementation stage. We will also share the systems and processes that we u...

Jul 07, 202122 minEp. 289

Attract High Profile Podcast Guests with Brett Allan

Are you a podcaster who’s wondering how to get high profile guests on your show? Getting the big names on board can be overwhelming and scary. However, there’s some key secrets to make it happen. Brett is the host of The Brett Allan Show. He interviews celebrities, comedians, and famous pop culture icons. In this episode, Brett talks about how to get more high profile guests on your show. From building relationships, to giving guests value, Brett shares his own methods in getting famous people t...

Jul 04, 202141 minEp. 288

Coaching Over Cocktails with Glory St. Germain

When COVID-19 hit, it changed how we live, how we conduct our business, and how we operate on a daily basis. Glory’s music business was no exception. Her sales declined immediately. The teachers in her business were terrified because they were used to teaching in-person, and didn’t know how to transfer their skills to a virtual classroom. Thanks to her UMTC Lead Generator Program which eventually blew up, the once terrified teachers are now earning more teaching online music lessons than they we...

Jun 30, 202139 minEp. 287

Be Human otherwise Automate! with Sam Ovett

Are you automating your business processes? Are you curious about what benefits it would bring to the table? Sam loves the outdoors and has a degree in Environmental Science. After graduation, he decided to live in the mountains. His father was an entrepreneur, doing high level businesses. Today, this father and son help business owners to automate their marketing processes with Mobile Pocket Office. In this episode, I am joined by Sam Ovett. Sam talks about how automation helps entrepreneurs ru...

Jun 27, 202150 minEp. 286

How To Position Yourself As A Trusted Thought Leader

Have you noticed a disturbing trend on Facebook and Instagram with people reaching out to connect, and moving onto selling as quickly as 20 seconds? It’s like, “Hi! I’m pleased to meet you. What’s the biggest problem you have with getting clients right now?” The conversation goes quickly from connection messages to let me sell to you. It’s spammy and uncomfortable. On the other side, there are people who are so uncomfortable that they will be perceived for showing up like this, that they’re hold...

Jun 23, 202114 minEp. 285

Wealth On Any Income with Rennie Gabriel

Do you find that no matter how much you earn, you still seem to be living week to week? Have you been struggling with money your entire life because you weren’t taught the basics of handling money effectively by your parents and your teachers? It’s not about how much money you’re making but it’s about how you’re handling it. More and more people are getting into debt even with their increasing income. Financial literacy and financial planning are very important yet so many people put their head ...

Jun 20, 202137 minEp. 284

3 Ways To Develop and Demonstrate Your Thought Leadership

Your ability to explain and articulate your thoughts in a simple way so your audience can easily understand your concepts, is one of the defining factors for your success as a thought leader. It’s all about making the complex simple. In this episode, Tim and I talk about the three mediums that we use to demonstrate our thought leadership, so you can start to unpack your intellectual property and unique ideas. We discuss: Visual models Acronyms Metaphors There are a lot of models out there but th...

Jun 16, 202122 minEp. 283

Attracting The Right People with Bev Adamo

Have you ever asked yourself these questions: Who are you? What are you here to do? Who are you here to serve? Finding your niche is essential both in life and in business. However, finding your niche is not just an external exercise. It starts with being genuine and authentic with yourself, and tapping into your purpose. In this episode, I am joined by Bev Adamo. She’s an internationally acclaimed coach who inspires and empowers women to lead a life of freedom and joy. Bev shares her genius on ...

Jun 13, 202144 minEp. 282

What’s Working In Our Business

Implementing new ideas are important for business to stay fresh. Unfortunately, the fear of failure often comes along with these new ideas. The good news is, you can shift your mindset from the fear of failure to taking action by embracing the excitement of experimentation. By conducting an experiment vs implementing something new can take away the fear of failure and ensure the implementation is an exciting process. In this episode, Tim and I reflect on what has worked and what hasn’t for our b...

Jun 09, 202131 minEp. 281

How To Sell When You Think You Hate Selling with Kate Hore - Lacy

Sales are the lifeblood of business. But, let’s face it, not all business owners or entrepreneurs like selling. Some even cringe when they hear the word. In this episode, Kate Hore-Lacy shares why she believes selling is more about psychology. She will help you shift your mindset, craft the right message, help you get more clients, and get paid without guilt. Become an empowered entrepreneur. It’s time to let your business reach new heights by making people’s lives better. Do you want to turn th...

Jun 06, 202132 minEp. 280

Coaching Over Cocktails with Joanne Hatchard

Are you wondering how to reach more clients on social media? Do you know how to optimize it for your business? You’re in the right place. Joanne started her business in the middle of the pandemic. Her business was born out of stress and it led her into the love of motherhood. Fortunately, her background in Psychology helped her overcome her obstacles. In this episode of “Coaching Over Cocktails”, I chat with Joanne about how to optimize Facebook to attract new clients. Joanne is helping mothers ...

Jun 02, 202125 minEp. 279

Become A Stand Out Author with Jenn T. Grace

One way to share your expertise is to write a book about what you know and what you’re good at. Many experts, however, find it hard to discover their unique message and flavour. In this episode, acclaimed author and publisher Jenn T. Grace shares her thoughts on the process of writing, niching and publishing. She also gives tips on how you can find your unique voice based on your passion, purpose, experience and expertise. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE: Jenn’s Purpose and how the universe...

May 30, 202132 minEp. 278

Coaching Over Cocktails with Sashua Benay

Are you wondering how to grow your business online? What used to work in the past doesn’t mean it’ll still work today. If you want to grow your business this year, you need to position yourself to win. In this first episode of “Coaching Over Cocktails”, Tim and I are joined by Sashua Benay. Sashua is a transformation coach. She helps professionals go from the gridlock and frustration of their career to an empowered life. Sashua has been part-time in her business sashuabenay.com for a few years, ...

May 27, 202131 minEp. 277

Monetizing Live Streams with Ross Brand

Live video is booming. Even more so because the pandemic has meant we are spending most of our time online. It has also become the entertainment choice of people. According to research, live video is being chosen above text-based content. Additionally, around 80% of people would rather watch a live video than read a blog post. In this episode, I speak with Ross Brand, one of the pioneers in the livestreaming field and named the world’s number 1 live streaming expert to follow on social media. He...

May 23, 202145 minEp. 276

Creating A Remarkable Business

How can you create a remarkable business? What does a remarkable business look like? And what does it take to create one? We know the remarkable experiences that we have when we are consumers of other people’s products and services and we talk about those quite often. However, what isn’t talked about enough and what needs more internalizing are the experiences we give our customers. Are we giving them remarkable products or services? In this episode, we delve into what it takes to make excellenc...

May 19, 202124 minEp. 275

Profit From Podcasting with Laura Bauder

Podcasting has seen a significant rise in popularity especially during the 2020 pandemic. More people are staying home and finding ways to stay motivated, productive, or entertained, and one way is by listening to their favourite podcast. Making money on your podcast is a dream goal for so many podcasters. Monetizing your podcast can help you pay for the costs of hosting and post-production, and can be used as passive income in the future as well. In this episode, we chat with Laura Bauder, a po...

May 16, 202133 minEp. 274

Effective Email Marketing

Do you have an effective list building, and email marketing strategy? Email marketing plays a huge role in a lot of successful businesses. An email list is a great way to contact your customers, nurture potential leads, and turn them into buying customers. In this episode, we delve into the importance of growing and nurturing your email list. The do’s and don’ts when building your list, as well as strategies you can implement to achieve optimal results. Email is something that shouldn't be pushe...

May 12, 202127 minEp. 273

Align with Your Vision with Larry Olsen

Many entrepreneurs have a big vision. However, challenges and roadblocks inevitably get in our way, usually on a daily basis. Depending on the resources and tools we have available, these determine how we deal with these blocks. In this episode, we delve into the shifts in mindset that you can make in order to step into the best version of yourself - not just for your personal benefit, but to also better serve your clients. WHAT YOU’LL DISCOVER IN THIS EPISODE: Roadblocks to your vision (01:08) ...

May 09, 202137 minEp. 272

The Three Things Holding You Back In Your Coaching Business

What are your goals for your business in the next month? Three months? One year? What are the steps you are taking to reach these goals? More importantly, what are the things holding you back and stopping you from reaching your next level? In this episode, we dive deep into the three areas we see holding coaches back from growing their business. The first step in eliminating these roadblocks is to become aware of them. What have you taken from this episode and what will you be doing differently ...

May 05, 202124 minEp. 271

Creating and Launching a Successful Online Course with Danny Iny

Part of the challenge of being an entrepreneur is that there’s no guidebook. We figure things out as we go. The same goes with creating and launching an online course. One of the most impactful ways to get your knowledge out in the marketplace, establish yourself as an expert in your field, and create passive income is through online courses. But launching and creating a successful online course is not always easy. In this episode, I am joined by Danny Iny and we delve into the reasons why peopl...

May 02, 202132 minEp. 270

Collaboration Opportunities

Collaborations are the least expensive yet far-reaching marketing tools you can have for your business. It’s something you can do whether you’re a new business owner or a veteran in your niche. Despite its multiple advantages, many business owners don’t maximise the full potential of this tool. In this episode, we dive deep into collaboration opportunities: what people do wrong, different types of partnerships, where to find collaborators, how to manage relationships and what opportunities you c...

Apr 28, 202130 minEp. 269

Align to Your Design with Baeth Davis

Living a life without resistance is possible through understanding and aligning with your human design. Human design is essentially learning the correct use of your energy. It is a deeper understanding of how you can best operate in the world, how to make things work for you and where to take action in life, and live on purpose. In this episode, I speak with Beath Davis aka “Doctor Purpose” and delve into how you can align to your design and create the business and life that you truly love. WHAT...

Apr 25, 202146 minEp. 268
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