Today I’m talking with my friend Christian Mickelsen, who is a #1 best-selling author, self-made multi-millionaire, business coach and healer. You’ll hear how Christian started from nothing and worked his way up to stardom in the coaching and personal growth world sharing the stage with Tony Robbins, Eben Pagan, Reid Tracy, Dan Millman, and many others. I can’t say enough about his latest book, Abundance Unleashed , in which he gives readers the applicable theories in which they too can achieve ...
Aug 14, 2017•54 min•Ep. 109
Today I’m sharing with you my recent appearance on my good friend Anne Samoilov’s Fearless Launching Podcast. This episode is all about being an effective teacher and coach; so if you offer online products, run a team or just want to be a better role model for your family, there are lots of tips and strategies here for you! In this episode you’ll learn: Being a great teacher starts before people take out their credit cards How I became aware that what I’ve always been doing is actually teaching ...
Aug 07, 2017•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 108
As the twig bends, so grows the tree. In this special bonus episode, I share where this phrase came from and what it really means to me. In this episode you’ll learn: Why inspiration so often comes to us when our mind is “off” What I try to practice each and every day How we can be proactive in our choices, instead of being a victim to our own thinking What thoughts will you choose today and where will they lead you?
Aug 02, 2017•12 min•Ep. 107
Aloha! Today my wife Chelsea and I are coming to you again from Hawaii. In this episode we share our experiences working together in the business, and we reveal what we’ve learned over the past few years of doing so. If you currently work with your spouse, or are thinking about it, you’ll both want to hear this episode! In this episode you’ll learn: Why I usually wouldn’t recommend working with a spouse – BUT why it’s been so amazing for me Some of the bumps and challenges that we’ve faced worki...
Jul 31, 2017•42 min•Ep. 106
Aloha! You’re now listening to The Mind Your Business Podcast: Hawaii Edition. Today we’re talking about signs and how to take meaning from them. What if The Universe is conspiring to help you achieve everything that you want? Are you willing to listen and follow the signs? In this episode you’ll learn: Amazing examples in my own life of signs from The Universe Are signs always loud and obvious, or can they be subtle nods? What happens when you start to listen to your intuition… 5 ways you can b...
Jul 24, 2017•42 min•Ep. 105
Today I’m joined by my wife Chelsea, and we’re coming to you from the big island of Hawaii to share our 7 strategies for achieving better self-care. Why is this so important (especially for entrepreneurs)? Stay tuned! In this episode you’ll learn: Where our true value lies – and it’s not in the hard work we’re putting in Whether or not there is one best morning routine to implement The one question you can ask yourself to help achieve balance in your life Are things getting stale? Change your en...
Jul 17, 2017•31 min•Ep. 104
On today’s show I’m talking about why you need to stop caring so much, and how to start letting go by detaching from outcomes. I also give examples of how doing this has led to some of the greatest breakthroughs in my own life! In this episode you’ll learn: What really happens when we resist Why setting goals can lead to problems - but eventually your breakthrough What being the scientist in your business means “How” you’re going to do it doesn’t really matter! What’s the real purpose of a goal…...
Jun 26, 2017•38 min•Ep. 101
Today’s a very special episode; not only is it our 100th episode of The Mind Your Business Podcast, but I have the honor of speaking with a fellow member of my mastermind group, Mastin Kipp. Mastin is an author, entrepreneur, inspirational speaker and founder of The Daily Love . In this episode, he shares his thoughts on purpose and reveals how you can live a life and business that aligns with it. In this episode you’ll learn: Why finding their purpose doesn’t come easy for all people One of the...
Jun 19, 2017•47 min•Ep. 100
I’m very excited for this episode, as I’m chatting with my friend Sunny Lenarduzzi about a very powerful book that we’re both reading at the moment – Eckhart Tolle’s, The Power of Now . We discuss the biggest lessons and takeaways we’ve gotten from it, and how we can use it as entrepreneurs in our daily lives. Ready to quiet your mind and find more peace and joy by living in the present? You’re going to get a lot out of this book and our conversation around it.
Jun 12, 2017•58 min•Ep. 99
In this episode, I’m on the road in Toronto, Canada and speaking with my good friend Stu McLaren. Stu’s been in this industry for a long time, but he’s just getting started. You’ll hear how he’s launched and built his new business venture from zero to over $5 million in just 8 months! He’s adopted an extremely abundant mindset over the years and he shares how this has contributed to his amazing success. You’ll hear how it’s really just about getting clear on what’s important to you and aligning ...
Jun 05, 2017•44 min•Ep. 98
On this episode, I’m speaking with my good friend Laura Hames Franklin. You’ll discover why I’ve always referred to Laura as my “secret weapon”, and today she reveals fascinating details on how we can all think like Albert Einstein. Keep an open mind because we’re talking about how you can improve your own mind body connection in order to access your full potential! In this episode you’ll learn: There’s an Einstein in all of us! What’s really blocking people from reaching their full potential Ho...
May 22, 2017•46 min•Ep. 97
Today I’m speaking with Annette Stepanian, a lawyer for entrepreneurs and creatives. The topics we’re talking about aren’t sexy or flashy, but they are absolutely essential for business owners to think about NOW, before something happens. This is about protecting you, and your business, and about how to be smart as you grow. Have no worries, Annette is breaking it all down on this episode of The Mind Your Business Podcast! In this episode you’ll learn: As business owners, we have a responsibilit...
May 01, 2017•53 min•Ep. 94
Today I’m joined by a listener of the podcast, and student of Business by Design, Kelli Wise. Kelli discusses her journey of how she got to where she is today in her business, and opens up about the tough times she’s had and how she was able to turn things around. She is a great example of how you don’t necessarily need to have a huge email list to have a successful launch, if you have the right mindset and take the right action steps. In this episode you’ll learn: The confirmation Kelli receive...
Apr 21, 2017•42 min•Ep. 92
Today I’m coming to you with a very special bonus episode, and sharing three things you can do to craft your perfect day. Not every day is going to go exactly to plan, but it all starts by setting the intention and getting clarity on what your perfect day looks like to you. In this episode you’ll learn: Your definition of a perfect day can change over time The morning I recorded this show didn’t start out as perfect, but I was able to recognize it and move on! Perfect means whatever you want it ...
Apr 19, 2017•18 min•Ep. 91
In this special bonus episode of The Mind Your Business Podcast, I’m showing you a better way for creating a vision for your life and business. My goal here is to prove that it is indeed possible to truly live your life and then make time for your business, and not the other way around. In this episode you’ll learn: Why working longer and harder is the fast track to burn out, not success How “hustle” has become a safety blanket for entrepreneurs today Why patience is absolutely crucial to have w...
Apr 12, 2017•29 min•Ep. 89
In this special bonus episode, James talks about how you can take your goal and actually turn it into a tangible result – like cash in the bank! He shares why it’s so important to not just set big goals, and how you can create the specific action steps to get there. It’s necessary to blend things such as manifestation and spirituality with the action steps and the right plan. For James, the more he balances and integrates these things together, the better the results. For a long time, his goal n...
Apr 05, 2017•25 min•Ep. 87
In this episode I’m joined by Dr. Mcayla, who is a licensed psychotherapist, Brain Training and MindSet Expert as well as an EMDR specialist. We’re talking all about our core beliefs – what they are and how to change them! In this episode you’ll learn: How Dr. Mcayla really began to understand what her true story was What EMDR, or “Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing” is all about Why isn’t the mind talked about more often, and in particular, the psyche? How we’re constantly defining o...
Feb 27, 2017•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 80
On today’s episode, James talks with Online Business Strategist Zach Spuckler about the major mindset shifts he has made over the last year that’s enabled him to grow his business exponentially. Zach also shares an effective alternative to doing a really big launch, which you won’t want to miss! When Zach first joined James’ Inner Circle Mastermind a year ago, he worked by himself and had just hit the 6-figure mark in his business. He now has a team made up of multiple people, but notes that it ...
Feb 15, 2017•56 min•Ep. 78
Are you marketing yourself online and feel like your message is falling flat? Maybe people aren’t getting your offer and you’re looking for a way to connect with your audience? On today’s show, James looks at how using surveys (the right way!) can lead to more effective messaging and more sales. He shares the right questions to ask, how to ask them so you’ll get people to actually fill out your survey, the software he recommends and most importantly, how to properly interpret the answers you rec...
Feb 08, 2017•34 min•Ep. 76
Are you looking for inspiration to host your own live event, or do something different with the ones you are creating? In today’s special bonus episode, James talks with Sage Lavine, CEO of Conscious Women Entrepreneurs and host of the International Women on Purpose summits. Sage shares her expertise on how you can crush it from stage, regardless if you are an introvert or an extrovert! For about the first 8 years, James’ entire business had been made up of online courses and digital training. I...
Jan 25, 2017•37 min•Ep. 73
In this solo episode, James reviews “The Code of the Extraordinary Mind” by Vishen Lakhiani and discusses some major concepts from the book, which can allow you to live the best life possible. In his book, Lakhiani reveals how he built Mindvalley, but got to a breaking point and almost had to close the doors. After making a major shift, which he refers to as “Bending Reality”, the company grew revenue over 400% in just 8 months and started attracting their dream clients along with an amazing tea...
Sep 26, 2016•30 min•Ep. 56
In this episode, James is joined by a special guest, Rick Mulready, to discuss how to overcome the mindset hurdles that all entrepreneurs face. Rick shares that he himself, despite the success he has achieved, is still working on figuring out entrepreneurship. He says that mindset is the foundation, and it drives success in both business and life. He used to have a scarcity and fear-based mindset of not know how to do what he wanted to do with his own business. Rick also wasn’t even sure if he c...
Aug 29, 2016•35 min•Ep. 50
In today’s episode, Kimra Luna discusses her habits and mindset for success, while talking about how she uses inspiration and intuition to drive her business. She says she didn’t realize how fast her business was going to grow, and originally thought it would take a few years to make 6-figures. Kimra shares that her first website was far from perfect, and she did it herself for about $100. Perfectionism is the biggest mistake that she sees entrepreneurs making today. They often think everything ...
Aug 15, 2016•53 min•Ep. 47
Derek Halpern is the founder of SocialTriggers.com, a thriving business that sells software, online courses and digital training. In this episode, he talks with James and Phoebe about the seemingly unremarkable daily habits that help people become extraordinary in business. More specifically, how walking can change your life!
May 12, 2016•28 min•Ep. 22
Knowing yourself will allow you to understand more how you can show up and operate as an entrepreneur. In this episode, James explains what the Myers Briggs Personality Test is all about, while allowing the listener to answer the question “what type am I?” Personality types aren’t meant to limit you. You can learn much about yourself, and along the way, discover a lot about the people around you. At a business function in 2008, someone “read” James, based on his personality type, which fascinate...
May 03, 2016•57 min•Ep. 20
In this episode, Kari Samuels links Numerology to personal and business success. What is it, and how can we use it in our businesses? Kari explains how using numbers can help make decisions, discover optimal times when events should be happening or not happening, as well as revealing much about you as an individual. She says everything boils down to numbers. A place on a map, numbers assigned at birth, date of birth, and your name are all calculated by numbers. “Basically our whole life is a num...
Apr 26, 2016•53 min
Karen Carter is a professional Feng Shui consultant and healthy lifestyle designer, educator and best-selling author of "Move Your Stuff, Change Your Life" and "Make a Shift, Change Your Life." She coaches, trains and empowers people to use a variety of techniques to improve and enrich all areas of their lives. In this episode, we find out if moving things on your desk, in your home and in your office can really change your life! Karen shares that Feng Shui is a method of mindfully arranging you...
Apr 19, 2016•34 min
Kate Northrup is the best selling author of “Money, a Love Story: Untangle Your Financial Woes and Create the Life You Really Want.” She’s grown a team of 3,000 wellness entrepreneurs in the network marketing industry and her work has been featured on The Today Show, Yahoo Finance, Huffington Post and in many other amazing publications. She is committed to empowering as many people as possible to have the ultimate luxury in life. In this episode, she shares all about creating that “margin for ma...
Apr 12, 2016•40 min•Ep. 17
Today we're talking all about what the heck is this podcast, why I started it and how you can get the most out of these episodes!
Jan 12, 2016•33 min•Ep. 1
