When I had the idea to release an episode of Influence By Design every day for 30 days, I knew we were in for one big adventure. In this episode of the Influence By Design podcast, I’m joined by my co-host Tim Hyde to share my insights about the rewards and challenges of releasing 30 episodes in 30 days. Nothing beats the feeling of accomplishing something you worked so hard for, especially when you are thrown an array of unexpected hurdles. Tune in as we share the lessons from overcoming the nu...
Nov 09, 2022•22 min•Ep. 448
If you want to amplify your authority, guesting on podcasts is a great strategy. But how can you find shows that are looking for guests? In this episode, we’ll find out how to amplify your authority through podcast guesting with Mark Herschberg. Mark launches and fixes new ventures at startups, Fortune 500s, and academia, which focuses on digital media and cybersecurity. He is also an author, app creator, speaker, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology instructor. Mark has been a featured gue...
Nov 07, 2022•36 min•Ep. 447
No one starts out as a billionaire. Even the wealthiest people in the world had to start from scratch at the beginning of their business journey. And while there's no surefire path to riches, there are some lessons we can learn from them. In this episode of the Influence By Design podcast, Samantha and Tim talk about the lessons that can be learned from a billionaire who has started from scratch. Having been watching the show "Undercover Billionaire," Tim shares some of his key takeaways from th...
Nov 02, 2022•22 min•Ep. 446
Increasing sales in your coaching business requires you to engage with people. However, most business owners are not comfortable speaking to others and promoting their products and services. In this episode of the Influence By Design podcast, Samantha talks to Wendy Weiss, founder of Salesology® and recognised leading authority on lead generation, new business development, and sales. There are many tactics you can use to grow your business, but you’ll get the best results from having actual conv...
Oct 31, 2022•32 min•Ep. 445
Success is often dictated by the people around us and we've unconsciously developed what we think it should look like. That’s why it’s so important to realise that success is unique for each of us. In this episode, we’ll discuss how to move beyond human limitations and step into higher possibilities with Tracy Yates. Tracy is an activator of boundary-less potential. She works with legendary leaders and entrepreneurs and helps them fulfil a life beyond limitations. Most of us think about success ...
Oct 24, 2022•39 min•Ep. 443
Retaining clients is key to any business’s success. But what happens when you have a ‘beer’ client as opposed to a champagne client? Is it time to fire your bad clients? In this episode of the Influence By Design podcast, Samantha gives an alternate perspective on this topic. She shares four different strategies you can implement in your coaching business to train your clients to show up as champagne clients. Samantha Riley xx For full show notes and links - https://samanthariley.global/podcast/...
Oct 19, 2022•15 min•Ep. 442
Having a business that gives you time freedom means you can say yes to more of the things that are important to you. But it can be easy to get caught in the trap of not knowing how to make that happen. In this episode, we’ll explore how to build an automation ecosystem with Melanie Brandt. Melanie is an entrepreneur, digital marketer, and social media expert. She teaches business to set up their automation ecosystem. Early on in her business, Melanie realised that if she really wanted to scale h...
Oct 17, 2022•30 min•Ep. 441
When it comes to planning what you want to achieve in life and business, you have to ask yourself, “Is this what I really want? Do I deeply care about this?” In this episode, we’ll determine how to plan out your entire year on one sheet of paper with Laura Posey. Laura is an internationally recognised speaker, author, consultant, and Chief Instigator at Simple Success Plans. Her expertise is helping clients plan their entire year on a sheet of paper and get it all done. A near-death experience g...
Oct 10, 2022•29 min•Ep. 440
Did you know there is less than 100 days until Christmas? That means the end of the year is almost upon us. Have you achieved the goals you set at the beginning of the year? Or has the year got away from you? Whatever it is, there's no time like the present to set yourself up to finish the year strong! In this episode, I share some thoughts around what you can do right now to put you on track to achieve your goals and sign clients before the year ends. Finishing the year strong doesn’t mean work...
Oct 05, 2022•21 min•Ep. 439
As business owners, we understand the importance of financial success within the business. But what about the next step… wealth creation. In this episode, we’ll talk about how to build wealth and transform your impact with Salena Kulkarni. Salena is a chartered accountant, certified property investment adviser, and wealth strategist. She’s always been curious about how to build wealth so that a greater impact is generated by business owners. It can be easy to confuse wealth and income, despite b...
Oct 03, 2022•33 min•Ep. 438
What is the difference between 6-figure business owners and 7-figure business owners? It’s just one thing. And today I’m going to share the most valuable piece of advice that you need to know so you can accelerate the growth of your business Let’s do this Samantha Riley xx For full show notes and links - https://samanthariley.global/podcast/437/ Get your free copy of The Human Design Advantage - https://samanthariley.global/advantage/ Join the Coaches, Thought Leaders & Changemakers FB Group...
Sep 29, 2022•5 min•Ep. 437
Whether we have good or bad experiences, our basic instinct is to tell someone about them. There’s something magical that happens when we share our stories with others. In this episode, we’ll go through the power of good storytelling with Lisa Bloom. Lisa is a Professional Storyteller, Accredited Coach, Author, and Leadership Expert. She teaches coaches how to use storytelling to impact their clients and grow the business. It’s easy for us to adhere to the stories we tell. They can bring us hope...
Sep 28, 2022•33 min•Ep. 436
Are you known as the unapologetic leader in your industry? Or are you the world's best kept secret? What is the magic formula that has some coaches standing out in the market? In this episode we’re going to talk about how you can embrace your unique diamond factor so you can stand out and shine brightly. Samantha Riley xx For full show notes and links - https://samanthariley.global/podcast/435/ Get your free copy of The Human Design Advantage - https://samanthariley.global/advantage/ Join the Co...
Sep 27, 2022•15 min•Ep. 435
Most people don't have a good foundational money mindset and don't understand the path toward wealth creation. In this episode, we talk about how to breakthrough your money blocks with Emma Greyson. Through her consulting business, Emma helps women and men create more income while building the life they want, in the way that they wanted. Not having the confidence and education to handle their money can lead to poor judgment and decisions around their finances. On the contrary, business owners wh...
Sep 26, 2022•39 min•Ep. 434
Some days you just know that you’re on the verge of cracking the code on your 7-figure business. It’s so close you can smell it. And other days you just feel like you’ll never reach your goal. Today I’m going to talk about a very simple strategy, that if you repeat this process in your business every single week, will consistently grow your sales and have you well on your way to achieving your revenue goals and building your million dollar empire. Samantha Riley xx For full show notes and links ...
Sep 25, 2022•6 min•Ep. 433
What is the best way to brand yourself as an industry leader? Is it a book? A podcast? Speaking from stage? Stick around, because today I’m going to share the branding strategy that the big names use to grow their brand…. And it’s a strategy that no one is talking about. So stay tuned… For full show notes and links - https://samanthariley.global/podcast/432/ Get your free copy of The Human Design Advantage - https://samanthariley.global/advantage/ Join the Coaches, Thought Leaders & Changema...
Sep 24, 2022•8 min•Ep. 432
To build a 7-figure business, business owners need to be organized and focus on being productive. But it's easy to get caught up in the trap of distractions. In this episode, we're going to discover how to master your productivity with Louise Ledbrook. Louise is a High Performance Executive Coach, Speaker, Author, and Productivity Expert. With over 20 years of expertise in change and transformation management, Louise helps clients achieve next-level results. It’s almost instinctive for business ...
Sep 23, 2022•35 min•Ep. 431
What is it that 7-figure coaches do, that 6-figure coaches don’t? If you are ready to scale your 6-figure coaching business, today we’re going to talk about the very first step you need to take to start growing and scaling your business into 7 figures and beyond. Let’s get straight into it… Samantha Riley xx For full show notes and links - https://samanthariley.global/podcast/430/ Get your free copy of The Human Design Advantage - https://samanthariley.global/advantage/ Join the Coaches, Thought...
Sep 22, 2022•10 min•Ep. 430
We remember how people made us feel more than what they tell us. Unfortunately, in a disconnected world, we lack human experiences and interaction. In this episode, you’ll find out how to grow your business with shared experiences with Michael Maidens. Michael was a former software developer who came to realise that human experiences are very important in business. Through this, he helps knowledge-based businesses reach and impact millions of people online. One of the crucial areas of business i...
Sep 21, 2022•32 min•Ep. 429
Imagine...you are featured on a high-profile podcast and next thing you know you’ve got a flood of champagne clients and new opportunities! Today I’m going to talk about Why podcast guesting is a HOT client attraction strategy, and how you can increase your chances of getting booked Samantha Riley xx For full show notes and links - https://samanthariley.global/podcast/428/ Get your free copy of The Human Design Advantage - https://samanthariley.global/advantage/ Join the Coaches, Thought Leaders...
Sep 20, 2022•13 min•Ep. 428
All of us want to win, but some think that the only way to win is by working harder. Although achieving peak performance requires lots of hard work, it’s also about living life with mastery. In this episode, you’ll learn to reframe your mind for success with Mike Agugliaro. Mike incorporates ancient wisdom and modern insights that help clients get to their next level by helping people create and live fulfilling, prosperous and impactful lives. As we live our lives with design, we learn the art o...
Sep 19, 2022•48 min•Ep. 427
Do you feel undervalued with the service you provide? Are you feeling like you’re heading towards burnout? If you 7x’d your pricing tomorrow, would you get a spring back in your step? Many of the problems and frustrations entrepreneurs experience in their business can be directly be related back to undercharging. Let’s talk about pricing, and start getting paid for the value you offer… Samantha Riley xx For full show notes and links - https://samanthariley.global/podcast/426/ Get your free copy ...
Sep 18, 2022•14 min•Ep. 426
Are you consistently hitting your revenue goals? Or does the magic number you’re trying to achieve continue to elude you month after month? There are many reasons for not being able to achieve the income you desire, but today we’re going to discuss a topic not often discussed when the topic of income goals comes up... For full show notes and links - https://samanthariley.global/podcast/425/ Get your free copy of The Human Design Advantage - https://samanthariley.global/advantage/ Join the Coache...
Sep 17, 2022•9 min•Ep. 425
Have you ever had the feeling that despite doing your best, you worry that people will find out you’re a fraud? No matter how much success comes your way, you tell yourself a different story. In this episode, we’ll discover how to be more confident with Joanna Ziemlewski. Joanna helps ambitious women get rid of debilitating self-doubt and sabotage so they can scale their businesses and live the life they want, free of guilt, suffering, and struggles. She is a transformational coach, mentor, and ...
Sep 16, 2022•34 min•Ep. 424
As you step into the world of leadership and start building your elegant empire, you need to be clear on what you want to be known for. The biggest problem experts experience is not having a clearly defined niche that allows them to stand out from everybody else. This hinders business growth and failure to resonate with the right clients. In this episode, I’ll discuss the four elements that can guide you to create a unique brand message and why they’re essential to scale your business. For full ...
Sep 15, 2022•9 min•Ep. 423
How do you know what you can achieve if you never try? This is usually the question we ask ourselves when we’re set to achieve goals we deem as impossible. In this episode, we’ll learn the art of achieving ridiculous goals with Steve Sims. Known as The Real Life Wizard of Oz, Steve has developed the reputation of making the impossible, possible. He teaches the art of communication so clients take advantage of relationships to achieve their business goals. He is also a Speaker, Coach, Author, and...
Sep 14, 2022•38 min•Ep. 422
Whatever level you are in business right now, it will always feel daunting to take it up a notch. In this episode, I’m going to re-air a conversation from the Next Level Influence live show about why a 7-figure business is easier to run than a 6-figure business with my co-host Melanie Benson. One of the biggest fear entrepreneurs have is leaping into a 7-figure business. Some think that a 6-figure business is easier to manage than a 7-figure one, while others dread leading a team or they think t...
Sep 13, 2022•23 min•Ep. 421
We all have imposter syndrome at some point in our lives, it’s part of being human. In this episode, we’re going to talk about dealing with imposter syndrome with Mare Forfa. Mare, also known as MJ, is a medium that helps clients understand the next step for them through connection with a higher power and reigniting what’s already inside them. When we’re dealing with imposter syndrome, it’s easy to create stories that are not true and firmly believe them. We need to know where these thoughts are...
Sep 12, 2022•35 min•Ep. 420
As CEOs of our business, we need to ensure we stay focussed and creative. However, juggling numerous responsibilities exposes us to burnout and a lack of creativity. Most CEOs overwhelm themselves with the demands of work but being away from business for some time is actually necessary to show up as the 7-figure leader they need to be. In this episode, I’ll talk about some of the reasons why taking time off is good for your business. For full show notes and links - https://samanthariley.global/p...
Sep 11, 2022•11 min•Ep. 419
When it comes to setting goals, are you more on the outrageous side or do you prefer to be on the safe side? Do you have the confidence to set big, audacious goals or would you rather be cautious in your growth process? In this episode, I’ll share resourceful questions to achieve next-level growth. Whether you have a huge goal or a simple one in mind, these questions will help pave the way for dream projects and turn your goals into achievable actions. Samantha Riley xx For full show notes and l...
Sep 10, 2022•4 min•Ep. 418