In entrepreneurship, talking about money is far from taboo. So many people are raised with an aversion to talking openly about money and often tie their income or ability to make money to their self-worth. If you really want to get good at online business, you have to learn to get clinical with your feelings about money and realize that just because the client is the one with the money, doesn’t mean they hold more power than you do. Leveling up your money mindset if the first step in figuring ou...
Jun 26, 2023•22 min•Ep. 297
The last few episode have focused heavily on brand-building in your business, but a large part of that includes showcasing parts of your personality that have nothing to do with your expertise. In this episode, Jill is sharing a little bit of a life and business update—but don’t worry, there’s still some actionable advice, like always, including the things you can do to manage your energy so you can focus on your own zone of genius. Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effective...
Jun 21, 2023•24 min•Ep. 296
Catch the replay of Jill’s brand new business webinar, Brand Money! You’ll hear about why branding matters in your business and learn about 3 dial-moving tools that will help you build a powerful brand that generates revenue both naturally and predictably. Jill wants nothing more than for you to make money doing what you love, and the best way to ensure you can always make sales is by breaking through the trust barrier with a recognizable personal brand. If you’re ready to take your brand to the...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 295
Your online business is so much more than just the products and services you sell—it’s an entire brand! In the online coaching space, having a powerful personal brand is the best way to make connections, build trust, and eventually make sales. Think of it almost like an on-demand ATM for your business. If people know your brand and really trust you, you can sell anything at any time. It’s the best way to “recession-proof” your online business. Jill is sharing her brand new course, called #TrustU...
Jun 14, 2023•19 min•Ep. 294
So many new coaches jump online and start putting out offers without doing their due diligence and building a connection with their audience first. There’s nothing wrong with asking your audience for the sale—in fact, you SHOULD be asking eventually—but you have to earn the right to ask by building your brand first. Both aspects are important in your business, the building of your brand and the direct response (aka, directly asking for something). If you want to make sales, you’ve got to make su...
Jun 12, 2023•22 min•Ep. 293
It’s not uncommon for people to start their online business but never treat it than anything more than a hobby. Owning your own business is seen as a huge risk, but the way Jill sees it, an online business can have even MORE stability than an in-person or salaried job. If the pandemic proved anything, it’s that anyone can lose their “secure” job in the blink of an eye. When you own your own business, you always have control. If the uncertainty of online biz is holding you back, check out this ep...
Jun 07, 2023•26 min•Ep. 292
Your “brand” as a business owner is so much more than the fonts and colors you use or having a quippy name—it’s about the way you make people feel. There is no brand “building” in the way you might think, you already have one just by showing up. In online business, authenticity reigns supreme. That means showing up exactly as you are, operating in a true-to-you value system and letting your people find you organically. Some people will love you, and some probably won’t… it’s all okay! This episo...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 291
Building your business is a huge investment, not only of your time, but of your energy too. People often say to themselves that they’ll start pursuing their business “once things settle down,” but the reality is, that never actually happens. So, instead of waiting for life to calm down or adding more hours of work on to your already packed schedule, it might be a good idea to start auditing your time and energy expenditures so you can get things done a little more efficiently. In this episode, J...
May 31, 2023•25 min•Ep. 290
Your purpose in life isn’t something you stumble upon, it’s forged through action and hard work. Luka Hocevar was headed down the wrong path in life, but thanks to a love of basketball and fitness, Luka found his way forward in something way better—he became a professional basketball player. After his pro-ball career, Luka channelled his passion for strength and performance into building a coaching business of his own as well as two gyms. He’s no stranger to the transformative power of investing...
May 29, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 289
Jill is a huge proponent of transparency marketing, aka giving your potential customers all of the information they might need so they can make an informed decision, and sometimes that means going against your pitch and being honest about whether or not your product is right for someone. It goes against most traditional selling advice, but in reality you create way more trust and build better relationships with your future clients. When in doubt, go against your pitch! Jill is a fitness professi...
May 24, 2023•17 min•Ep. 288
Adam von Rothfelder is the CEO of the Strong Coffee Company, but he didn’t get there over night. Adam found his way into the fitness and wellness space because he wanted to be the best. After the loss of his brother caused Adam to turn inward and heal some deep wounds, Strong Coffee was born—a company made by and for people who want to be great in everything they do. Strong Coffee isn’t just a run-of-the-mill product, it’s a lifestyle and a brand with personality and heart, and that’s no acciden...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 287
One of the best ways to sell your products is via a live training or event. If a potential client gets to see you showing up and coaching live, they’re typically much more invested in you and your product, and therefore way more likely to buy whatever it is that you pitch. The biggest barrier business owners face when it comes to hosting these live trainings, however, is actually getting people to show up! It’s a big ask to get your potential clients to watch you live, so in this episode, Jill i...
May 17, 2023•23 min•Ep. 286
After over a decade building JillFit and many years in the trenches with her clients who are building their own businesses, Jill began to notice some patterns in people who were successful versus the people who continued to struggle. Success is more than just the actions someone takes, it’s an entire mindset and operating system. There are 7 main habits that come up over and over that prevents online business beginners from seeing success. But you don’t need to worry! None of these habits are a ...
May 15, 2023•32 min•Ep. 285
When you start selling your product or services online, you have to become more than just a coach—you become a businessperson. There are so many skills to learn, and becoming your own marketing team is part of that! That includes learning how to write your own copy, aka writing words to sell your product. Copywriting is an invaluable skillset for all business owners to know, which is why this episode features Anna Powers, founder of the Clickworthy Copywriting Certification. This episode is full...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 284
As you start your online businesses, you should have an irresistible evergreen (aka, always available) coaching offer available for your potential clients. This offer is part of the bread-and-butter of your business, but sometimes you might feel exhausted or fatigued by always promoting it, and without much to show for it. In order for people to buy, it can be beneficial to add a little pressure or incentive to buy your offer, even though it’s available all of the time. In this episode, Jill is ...
May 08, 2023•23 min•Ep. 283
Jill is a big proponent of investing in yourself and your business. Mentorships and business coaching took JillFit from a side-gig into a million dollar business. Even the “worst” investments Jill has made have taught her valuable lessons and more importantly, have put her on the hook for being the kind of business owner and person she aspires to be. Investment in yourself has a guaranteed ROI and if you’re a beginner in the online business space, chances are high that you need coaching more tha...
Apr 19, 2023•19 min•Ep. 282
If you haven’t heard the news, Fitness Business Accelerator is finally open for enrollment! FBA is Jill’s signature business course, perfect for those of you in years 0-2 of your online business. Investing can feel scary, so this episode features a sample coaching call recorded directly from an FBA call all about getting your mind right for selling. If you join FBA, you can expect calls either weekly or monthly, talking mindset, motivation, pep-talks, and of course, strategy. Are you an online b...
Apr 18, 2023•45 min•Ep. 281
Today is a BIG day, because today, the doors are open for enrollment in Jill’s signature course, Fitness Business Accelerator. FBA launches only once or twice a year, and there’s no course available for beginners right now that are as comprehensive, tactical, and actionable. Today, Jill is telling you everything you need to know about FBA: what’s included, what you’ll gain clarity on in your business, who FBA is for, and what it’s like to work together. Investment can feel like a scary first ste...
Apr 17, 2023•20 min•Ep. 280
This week, Jill is giving you all an insider-recording of her brand new course, #ConfidentCoach. This is a 3-part series for beginners to online business outlining the exact steps Jill would take if she was starting over from scratch. Now that you know what your offer is and how to speak to potential clients, you need to put together an offer that just can’t be refused! Selling can feel scary, but it’s a non-negotiable part of owning your business, and in this lesson, Jill is sharing everything ...
Apr 14, 2023•2 hr 14 min•Ep. 279
This week, Jill is giving you all an insider-recording of her brand new course, #ConfidentCoach. This is a 3-part series for beginners to online business outlining the exact steps Jill would take if she was starting over from scratch. Today’s coaching replay is all about connection—it’s finding your ideal client and learning to speak their language. People don’t buy coaching, they buy coaches. That means if you want your ideal client to invest with you, you have to connect with them, human-to-hu...
Apr 12, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 278
This week, Jill is giving you all an insider-recording of her brand new course, #ConfidentCoach. This is a 3-part series for beginners to online business outlining the exact steps Jill would take if she was starting over from scratch. In Part 1, Jill will help you answer the question of what problem you solve for your clients, as well as how to get over the fear of judgment and how to become a real expert (and chances are, you’re already well on your way!). Check back later this week for parts 2...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 277
Building an online business is so much more than simply deciding to sell your services online. Anyone can pump a bunch of money into ads, but it takes a well thought out product suite to turn your coaching from a side-hustle into a viable business. Today, Jill is sharing the foundations you need to build out your product suite, aka, the 3 C’s. If you have at least one of each, you’ll have an offer for every single person that comes into your ecosystem. Join the #ConfidentCoach Training for FREE!...
Apr 05, 2023•19 min•Ep. 276
Afraid you’re too old to start a business? Do you fear that you’re running out of time to be successful? You may wish you started a few years ago, but in the grand scheme of internet business, all of this is still brand new. So many people are getting online now, but it’s not just an over-abundance of coaches, there are way more potential clients than ever before, too. In fact, people over-50 are the fastest growing demographic online right now! All those people aren’t looking to be coached by 2...
Apr 03, 2023•15 min•Ep. 275
You may be a fantastic coach, but that doesn’t mean you’ll be a great business owner. Just like coaching, running a business is a skill that can be learned over time. If you’ve ever thought to yourself, “I just want to help more people!” then you’re going to have to get better at business. In this episode, Jill runs through the 4 non-negotiable foundations you’ll need to master as a business owner. Join the #ConfidentCoach Training for FREE! jillfitfree.com/confidentcoach Jill is a fitness profe...
Mar 29, 2023•19 min•Ep. 274
Impostor Syndrome—we all know about it, and surprisingly, most of us feel it! Feeling like an impostor isn’t just reserved for newbies to online business, we all feel this way sometimes. Every single person who runs an online business has to start somewhere, and it means you might not be great at first, but that’s okay! You don’t need to deliver a perfect result, but you have to keep putting in the reps. With time, you’ll improve, and as you build that self-trust you’ll realize that you were nev...
Mar 27, 2023•22 min•Ep. 273
Does the fear of never getting “there” stop you from beginning in the first place? Jill often hears that her clients are afraid of, in their words, “never getting there,” without ever getting clear on what “there” means. The thing is, there is no failure in online business except stopping altogether. You may want to remove any self-imposed timelines, and focus on the process. Once you do, you’ll find that any piece of information you need to know and any skill you need to learn is all available ...
Mar 22, 2023•18 min•Ep. 272
If you want to build a personal brand, that means showing up in a big way online. For some people, the fear of how others will perceive you and the judgement you might face as you start your business keeps you from ever starting at all. You can’t have an online business if you’re too afraid to be seen online! In this episode, Jill is sharing the mindset tool she uses when she gets caught up in the feeling of being worried about what others might think of her. The secret is this: all the judgemen...
Mar 20, 2023•23 min•Ep. 271
Have you ever thought about starting an online business but felt stuck because you just aren’t “good at business” yet? Coaching and business are two distinct skills, and it’s unrealistic to expect yourself to be perfect at them before you even begin! If business is a skill you want to get better at, you’ve got to practice. Practice makes progress, and if you just keep putting yourself on the hook, you’ll find you’ll get better and better. This episode is the second in a 5-part series that will t...
Mar 15, 2023•15 min•Ep. 270
The biggest barriers to face when starting an online business aren’t usually logistical issues, but combatting mindset blocks. Your limiting beliefs are holding you back, and this episode is the first in a 5-part series that will tackle the main fears you might be having. You might be stuck in the comparison trap, or asking yourself, “Why me?” The online space might be more “saturated” than ever before, but that’s no reason not to start! Your relatability and authenticity are your best marketing...
Mar 13, 2023•18 min•Ep. 269
One of the best things about internet business is that there’s no other line of work where you can double, triple, or even quadruple your income on a yearly basis. And it’s not only about the money, it can certainly feel great to start pulling in more and more income. It took Jill almost 2 years to quit her full-time job before going all-in at JillFit, but if you’re looking to start making 6-figures online, this episode is full of the tactical strategy you need. Get on the waitlist for FBA: http...
Mar 08, 2023•24 min•Ep. 268