Running a multi seven-figure business may seem glamorous from the outside, but behind the scenes, entrepreneurs often face moments of doubt, insecurity, and the overwhelming desire to shut it all down. In this episode, Laura shares a vulnerable experience that she recently went through, triggering feelings of self-doubt and imposter syndrome. As entrepreneurs, our minds can create stories and interpretations that may not be accurate, leading to a spiral of negative thoughts and potentially the urge to quit your business. Laura offers insights into how she manages these moments and provides strategies for staying the course and learning from the experience.

Key Topics:

• (01:50) Feeling the desire to quit
• (04:10) Differentiating between acute emotions and long-term dissatisfaction
• (05:30) Overthinking and self-doubt triggered by an employee resignation
• (10:35) Reflecting on past instances of feeling inadequate
• (12:20) Implementing systems to prevent mistakes in the future
• (16:05) Seeking support from trusted friends
• (18:00) Recognizing personal insecurities and triggers
• (21:10) Using grounding practices and identifying the heart of the issue
  
  

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Have you ever read a book that changed your life? For Laura, one book (surprisingly, not business related!) gave her the courage to start her own business. In this episode, she shares how she overcame her shyness and fear to pursue her entrepreneurial dreams. Learn about the concept of deliberate practice and putting in the hours to become an expert in your chosen field. Also, get insight into doing “deep work” and how it can lead to greater productivity and satisfaction. If you’re looking for inspiration to start your own business, don’t miss this episode! Find out how one surprising book changed everything for Laura, and could possibly do the same for you!

Key Topics:

• (01:40) The book that inspired the courage to start
• (04:40) Deliberate practice and 10,000 hours
• (07:35) Gaining confidence through the belief in hard work
• (10:15) Getting immediate feedback to make changes and adjust
• (13:00) Seeking feedback from coaches and peers
• (16:40) The satisfaction and results of deep work
• (20:35) Setting aside time to “get in the zone”
  
  

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Behind every successful business, there are sure to be some failures and flops. Get a behind-the-scenes look at Laura’s most recent product launch, which she deems her biggest failure in a long time. Despite setting a goal of $60,000 in revenue, the launch only generated $22,864. This episode uncovers the details of the launch, including the product, pricing, and previous year's results, as well as possible reasons for the underperformance, such as the economy, selling too much, and product fatigue. Laura also dives into the data to analyze buyer behavior and shares her plans for future launches. Click play to learn how you can turn a launch disappointment into plans for business growth and improvement!

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Key Topics:

• (02:30) Breakdown of The Paperless System
• (06:10) Comparison of last year's launch results
• (09:50) Reasons for the failed launch
• (16:00) Email open rates and subscriber’s buying behavior
• (20:15) Launch data and insights
• (24:45) Plans to offer new products for customers to buy
  
  

Listen to Episode 07: The Unfiltered Breakdown Of A Recent Sales Launch

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