Building A Storybrand With Donald Miller | Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen

Public speaking is a top fear for a lot of people. Whether it's the panic that sets in at the thought of everyone looking at you, relentless rehearsing without ever feeling ready, or the hesitation to hit 'post' on a social media video after countless takes, the struggle with public speaking anxiety is real and it’s pervasive. Yet being able to give a good talk can be enormously valuable, especially in the world of business. So how do you overcome this fear and become a confident speaker?   In today’s episode, host Donald Miller and special guest Colin Boyd, creator of Sell from Stage Academy and host of the Expert Edge podcast, discuss the art of communicating well and the secrets to delivering compelling presentations. Colin is here to show that with the right guidance, anyone can excel at speaking, whether it’s for work, creating content on social media, or just everyday conversations. You’ll learn how to organize a speech, connect with your audience, and tell stories that grab people’s attention. Tune in

Taking the leap from a stable career to start a coaching business is a monumental decision that can be fraught with uncertainty. The biggest hurdle is usually the fear of financial instability. This worry keeps thousands of potential coaches on the sidelines, trapped in careers that don't fulfill their passion or potential. So how do you navigate the career transition without compromising your ability to provide for yourself and your loved ones?    In the second part of our Coach Builder limited series, host Donald Miller dives into the essential first step for anyone looking to start or grow their coaching business. He explores the concept of creating a "menu of products" – a strategic approach to offering your coaching services in a way that addresses specific client needs and problems. By breaking down the process of product creation, from identifying client problems to developing targeted solutions, Don gives you a blueprint to build a profitable coaching business model. You’ll also get tips on how to des

Creating a job description that gets the right people interested is not as easy as it might sound. It's even more challenging when it's your first time hiring or when you're adding more people to your team. The key is to strike the right balance of talking about what skills they need and also what problems they might encounter on the job. So how do you write a job description that accurately explains what you’re looking for and also talks about the challenges that might come up?    Today, host Donald Miller and producer Bobby Richards take your questions around the process of how to hire, conduct interviews, and write job descriptions. Donald offers a valuable look into the hiring process, emphasizing the importance of considering both the positive attributes and the potential drawbacks of candidates. You’ll learn why it’s important to be self-aware as a leader, how to avoid hiring disasters, and how to find people who fit well with your business and your way of managing. Tune in and get practical advice that

How can you make money from your expertise and become known as a coach? It's a big question for many who have significant experience in their field and want to switch to coaching or consulting. Potential coaches grapple with the fear of leaving behind a secure job for the “unpredictable” world of coaching, questioning whether their knowledge is marketable and if they can truly make a living out of their passion. They often struggle to get started because they’re stuck wondering: how do I pivot my career and reinvent myself as a coach?    In the first episode of Coach Builder, a limited series by Business Made Simple, host Donald Miller shares success stories of real people who were doing well in their career, decided to transition into coaching, and absolutely crushed it. And this path is possible for almost anyone. Don offers real-world insight to help future coaches see the incredible potential to use what they know to make a great living and create a life they love. Listen in and learn how you, too, can tu

Have you ever wondered how to build a personal brand without having to become someone you're not? It's something a lot of us struggle with in an era where everyone's trying to be noticed online. The truth is, there are people out there right now who are desperately seeking the insights and solutions you already know and take for granted. Your everyday skills and knowledge, the things you do so naturally, could be the exact answers someone else is searching for. So how can you turn who you are and what you do into a personal brand that attracts the right kind of attention?    In this episode, Donald Miller sits down with personal branding expert and co-founder of Brand Builders Group, Rory Vaden, to explore what it means to create a strong personal brand. Rory has helped thousands of people create brands that truly represent them, and now he's here to help you and answer listener questions. You’ll get expert insight on why personal branding is less about self-promotion and more about the digitization of your r

Many people are afraid to leave their full-time jobs because they're not sure they could ever make it on their own as a coach or consultant. The stakes are too high. There's too much to learn. Where do you even begin in such a crowded marketplace? Here's the truth: coaches with a clear plan and who follow the right steps to grow their businesses survive. Coaches without a plan don't. Our new nine-part Coach Builder limited podcast series is here to walk you through those steps!    Just follow the Business Made Simple Podcast feed, and every Tuesday starting February 6th for nine weeks, host Donald Miller will unpack how you can start turning your expertise into a thriving coaching business. In this preview of an upcoming episode, Don breaks down the very first step you need to take to start this journey.   If you're ready to put an end to feeling undervalued at work and embark down the path to becoming a successful coach, don't miss the upcoming Coach Builder limited podcast series. Follow the Business Made S

Join us on February 1 & 2, 2024 at Coach Builder Summit, the ultimate free livestream event all about helping coaches and consultants build and grow their businesses. Lock in your spot at CoachBuilder.com/CoachSummit.   --   Do you feel stuck in a loop of hiring people only to see them leave? The secret to breaking this cycle isn't just about who you hire—it's about how you help them work together in a way that pushes the company forward. Every business leader dreams of assembling a team that feels less like hired hands and more like dedicated partners in the company's mission. So how do you create and maintain a cohesive team that shares your vision and purpose?   Today, host Donald Miller has author and entrepreneur Mike Michalowicz back to dive deeper into the strategies for building unstoppable teams. In last week's episode, they had a great chat about Mike's new book, All In, and now they're here to answer your questions about leading a team, finding the right people, and keeping them happy. Mike and

Many people are afraid to leave their full-time jobs because they're not sure they could ever make it on their own as a coach or consultant. The stakes are too high. There's too much to learn. Where do you even begin in such a crowded marketplace? Here's the truth: coaches with a clear plan and who follow the right steps to grow their businesses survive. Coaches without a plan don't. Our new nine-part Coach Builder limited podcast series is here to walk you through those steps!   Just follow the Business Made Simple Podcast feed, and every Tuesday starting February 6th for nine weeks, host Donald Miller will unpack how you can start turning your expertise into a thriving coaching business.   If you're ready to put an end to feeling undervalued at work and embark on the journey to becoming a successful coach, don't miss the upcoming Coach Builder limited podcast series. Follow the Business Made Simple Podcast feed wherever you stream podcasts, and every Tuesday for nine weeks starting February 6th, you'll lear

Join us on February 1 & 2, 2024 at Coach Builder Summit, the ultimate free livestream event all about helping coaches and consultants build and grow their businesses. Lock in your spot at CoachBuilder.com/CoachSummit.   --   It’s not easy to build and manage diverse and productive teams. First, you’ve got to find the right people with the right mix of skills, then you’ve got to retain them over the long-term. Oh, and don’t forget about creating the kind of workplace culture where everyone can thrive! The anxiety and uncertainty surrounding team building can slow the growth and success of any business. So what are some practical solutions business owners can turn to when assembling their dream team?   In today’s episode, Donald Miller is joined by author and entrepreneur Mike Michalowicz to talk about how to recruit and retain a team of top talent. They discuss Michalowicz's new book All In, which shows you what it takes to become a great leader and build an unstoppable team. You’ll walk away with useful t

Join us on February 1 & 2, 2024 at Coach Builder Summit, the ultimate free livestream event all about helping coaches and consultants build and grow their businesses. Lock in your spot at CoachBuilder.com/CoachSummit.   --   Many people feel stuck in their situation, often thinking they're victims of their circumstances. This mindset can make you feel like a loser because your motivation plummets and hopelessness tends to set in. As a result, it becomes hard to accomplish what you want in life. Not being able to move past this frustration and have a fulfilling life is an all-too-common problem. So how can you rewire your brain to think more like a winner and start getting what you want?   In this episode, host Donald Miller talks about how to beat these challenges and set goals you can actually achieve. He opens up about his own story of how he changed from feeling like a failure to developing a winning mindset and finding amazing success. Exploring ideas from his book Hero on a Mission, he invites you to

Join us on February 1 & 2, 2024 at Coach Builder Summit, the ultimate free livestream event all about helping coaches and consultants build and grow their businesses. Lock in your spot at CoachBuilder.com/CoachSummit.   --   Business owners often find it hard to balance profitability with genuine customer care. If you’re too focused on getting things done quickly and making money, personal connections and customer service can often take a backseat. In a marketplace where business is often driven by the bottom line, how can you stand out by prioritizing relationships and exceptional customer service?    In this episode, host Donald Miller welcomes Will Guidara back to the show. Will is the author of Unreasonable Hospitality and the former co-owner and manager of Eleven Madison Park, which became the #1 restaurant in the world. They discuss how to bring genuine care and top-notch service into any businesses, not just the hospitality industry. Their conversation goes beyond just business tips, exploring deep

Join us on February 1 & 2, 2024 at Coach Builder Summit, the ultimate free livestream event all about helping coaches and consultants build and grow their businesses. Lock in your spot at CoachBuilder.com/CoachSummit.   --   With inflation and interest rates hitting recent highs, fears of a recession have been mounting around the U.S. For small business owners, the threat of an economic downturn can be terrifying. But it’s important to recognize that recessions aren’t rare events—they happen roughly every 5 to 10 years. That's why it’s crucial for businesses to be equipped with strategies for these tough times. So how can you make sure your business can be resilient during extreme economic fluctuations?    In this episode, we're revisiting Donald Miller's conversation with Alex Hormozi, founder of Acquisition.com and author of $100M Offers: How To Make Offers So Good People Feel Stupid Saying No and $100M Leads: How to Get Strangers to Want to Buy Your Stuff. Alex shares 4 key steps to fortifying your bus

Join us on February 1 & 2, 2024 at Coach Builder Summit, the ultimate free livestream event all about helping coaches and consultants build and grow their businesses. Lock in your spot at CoachBuilder.com/CoachSummit.   --   The concept of “work-life balance” often feels impossible, especially for business owners who can’t seem to switch off from work. Many people struggle to balance their job with their personal life, missing out on family events or relaxing downtime because of work demands. Constant stress and long work hours can have serious effects on your mental and physical health. They can lead to increased anxiety and feeling disconnected from family and hobbies.   As we wrap up 2023, we're revisiting a past episode (#106: Why “Work-Life Balance” Isn’t Working For You) where Donald Miller provides a fresh take on work-life balance heading into the new year. He questions the common view that work and life can be perfectly balanced. Instead, he suggests that it’s something we all must continually ev

Join us on February 1 & 2, 2024 at Coach Builder Summit, the ultimate free livestream event all about helping coaches and consultants build and grow their businesses. Lock in your spot at CoachBuilder.com/CoachSummit.   --   Life isn’t always fair. As business owners, we all face tough times, complicated situations, and people who make our journey even more challenging. These problems can make us feel stuck, unsure of how to move forward in our personal and professional lives. So what’s the best way to face hard situations head on and come out unscathed?   In today’s episode, join host Donald Miller as he shares strategies to deal with the unfair moments, complex issues, and difficult people you’ll inevitably confront in business and life. You’ll learn practical tips to turn those conflicts into opportunities for growth. Listen in and find out how to navigate life's difficult moments and emerge a wiser, better human being!   --   STUCK TRYING TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS? SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION FOR A CHANCE TO HAV

Join us on February 1, 2024 at Coach Builder Summit, the ultimate free livestream event all about helping coaches and consultants build and grow their businesses. Lock in your spot at CoachBuilder.com/CoachSummit.   --   Artificial intelligence is here to stay and understanding how to use it is becoming non-negotiable. But many business owners and entrepreneurs are still figuring out how to make the most of tools like ChatGPT. In the meantime, they’re missing out on the multitude of benefits these technologies can bring, like generating new product ideas or making their work 10x easier. So how can you get past the confusion and start using AI to keep up with the ever-evolving business landscape?    In today’s episode, host Donald Miller brings in Dr. J.J. Peterson, Head of StoryBrand and host of the Marketing Made Simple Podcast, to tackle the wild and often-complicated world of AI. They discuss how AI, especially ChatGPT, can be a colossal help in areas like creating content, coming up with ideas, and learni

Join us on February 1, 2024 at Coach Builder Summit, the ultimate free livestream event all about helping coaches and consultants build and grow their businesses. Lock in your spot at CoachBuilder.com/CoachSummit.   --   Many aspiring entrepreneurs find it hard to make the leap into the online business world. They see the potential in online courses or coaching but struggle with making good content, getting people interested, and selling their products and services. This often leads to a lot of hesitation and confusion that keeps would-be entrepreneurs stuck in jobs they hate for way too long. So we brought in one of our favorite experts to help you sort it all out!   In this episode of Business Made Simple, host Donald Miller teams up with Amy Porterfield, author of Two Weeks Notice and leading expert on digital marketing and online course creation, to answer and coach through listener submitted questions including how to quit your 9-5, produce online courses, shift professional identities, and more. This ep

It’s our best Black Friday Deal ever! Get $100 off Business Made Simple when you sign up now at BusinessMadeSimple.com/BlackFriday. Join thousands of successful business owners who’ve used the 6-step plan to grow their small business. Visit BusinessMadeSimple.com/BlackFriday. to learn more and take advantage of our best offer of the year!   --   Everyone has a love-hate relationship with social media these days. It’s great for staying in touch and laughing at cute pets, but it can also be a source of distraction and disconnection, especially in your personal life. Many find it hard to manage their time on social media, which can get in the way of real-world responsibilities. So, how can you enjoy social media without it taking over your life and getting in the way of your real-life friends and tasks?   In this episode, host Donald Miller shares his personal strategies for balancing social media usage as a business owner, offering insights into how he limits his time on certain platforms while maximizing their

It’s our best Black Friday Deal ever! Get $100 off Business Made Simple when you sign up now at BusinessMadeSimple.com/BlackFriday. Join thousands of successful business owners who’ve used the 6-step plan to grow their small business. Visit BusinessMadeSimple.com/BlackFriday. to learn more and take advantage of our best offer of the year!   --   Are you struggling to get your team to click? In the world of work, getting everyone on the same page can feel like herding cats. Misunderstandings, conflicting ideas, and just not seeing eye-to-eye can turn your dream team into a group that barely gets things done. In an era where teamwork is the key to success, finding a way to make all these different pieces fit together is a puzzle many leaders are trying to solve.   In today’s episode, host Donald Miller chats with Tim Arnold, author of Next Level Teamwork and a master in untangling the knots of team dynamics. Arnold brings a fresh perspective to the table, challenging the conventional ways of thinking about team

Pre-order Coach Builder, Donald Miller's new book, at CoachBuilderBook.com/Podcast and transform your expertise into a lucrative consulting career. If you pre-order right now at CoachBuilderBook.com/Podcast, you'll unlock amazing bonuses like the 90-minute audio summary of the book so you're immediately able to jump start your coaching career!    --   Feeling invisible in the bustling marketplace? You're not alone. Many brands and businesses hustle hard but still stay hidden in the shadows of their flashier competitors. It's tough to get the world to take notice, and even tougher to figure out where to start. If you're tired of watching from the sidelines and ready to step into the spotlight so you can transform your reach and reputation, this is the episode for you.   Today, dive in with guest host Dr. J.J. Peterson as he chats with publicity dynamo Jen Gottlieb, author of Be Seen: Find Your Voice. Build Your Brand. Live Your Dream. Together, they unpack the nuances of creating a media presence that truly re

Pre-order Coach Builder, Donald Miller's new book, at CoachBuilderBook.com/Podcast and transform your expertise into a lucrative consulting career. If you pre-order right now at CoachBuilderBook.com/Podcast, you'll unlock amazing bonuses like the 90-minute audio summary of the book so you're immediately able to jump start your coaching career!    --   Professionals often find themselves in situations where they need to negotiate, whether it's closing a deal, discussing salaries, or resolving conflicts. But many struggle to understand what it takes to be a good negotiator. They get caught up in demands rather than understanding real needs — often leaving a lot of value on the table. So how can you become a better negotiator who creates win-win scenarios?   In today’s episode, Donald Miller is joined by John Lowry, author of Negotiation Made Simple, to discuss practical tips and strategies for effective negotiation. John sheds light on the importance of empathy, understanding, and the “good manners of negotiati