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Watch the full episode and screen share on YouTube: ** https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEKizO8VZ2xZsa67g4bPznQq__PAyu4zY&si=0oRSxetcGyRgVb5shttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEKizO8VZ2xZsa67g4bPznQq__PAyu4zY&si=0oRSxetcGyRgVb5s** Check out Descript for yourself: https://annesamoilov.com/descript Today’s episode explores how I transitioned from using multiple tools for my podcast production to relying MOSTLY on Descript. I wanted to take you behind the scenes to show you the benefits of simplifying your process with the right tools. You’ll get to hear some of my personal journey and workflow, demonstrating how Descript facilitates not only recording but also editing by multiple users without the need for transferring files across platforms or jumping from tool to tool. My hope is that you’ll challenge yourself to minimize your content creation tools to save time and shift some of your energy to focus more on sales, marketing, and growing your business! 🎧 Episode Highlights: 00:00 Introduction to Streamlining Podcast Production with Descript 00:41 The Journey from Multiple Tools to One 00:57 Why Simplify Your Podcasting Tools? 01:40 Descript: A Comprehensive Tool for Podcasters 03:10 Podcast process BEFORE 04:21 Podcast process NOW 05:30 Editing Made Easy with Descript 08:35 Leveraging Descript for Efficient Content Creation 11:36 Exploring Advanced Features and AI Assistance 17:36 Concluding Thoughts and Encouragement
Today, we’re focusing on the challenges and strategies around selling online, specifically for entrepreneurs and business owners who might be starting out or returning after a hiatus. I discuss the importance of shifting from creating free content to selling products and services and guide you through 3 key steps to help you sell more confidently and show up with true enthusiasm for your products/services and the value they bring to your ideal customer. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Welcome & The Importance of Selling 01:58 Reflecting on Your Feelings About Selling 04:53 Three Essential Steps to Start Selling Confidently 05:07 Step 1: Building Confidence in Your Offer 09:12 Step 2: Talking About Who You Serve 15:17 Step 3: Diverse Selling Strategies 18:10 Practical Ways to Talk About Your Offer 26:44 Conclusion: Embrace Selling as Part of Your Identity RESOURCES: WANT TO WORK WITH ME? CHECK OUT THESE POWERFUL RESOURCES: 🎁 Free Launch Workbook: https://annesamoilov.com/launch-workbook 🎁 Free Launch Roadmap & Guide: https://annesamoilov.com/launch-roadmap 📌 $9/month Brand New Launch Growth Club: https://annesamoilov.com/lgc (starts April 1st) MINI-COURSES: 😍 $17 12-Month Marketing Map Maker: https://annesamoilov.com/mapmaker 😍 $24 How To Create Your Next Launch Map: https://annesamoilov.com/pwm 😍 $37 Courses That Last: https://annesamoilov.com/ctl SIGNATURE SELF-PACED ONLINE COURSES: 📌 $697 Fearless Launching: https://annesamoilov.com/fl 📌 $397 The Message Lab: https://annesamoilov.com/tml Credit: Stock Media provided by AleXZavesa / Pond5: https://www.pond5.com/artist/alexzavesa
This episode dives deep into the essentials of list building for online entrepreneurs, exploring why building a targeted list is crucial for selling courses, products, and services effectively. The discussion introduces unique mindset shifts necessary for successful list building, focusing on the quality of leads over quantity. Practical strategies for starting and growing an email list are covered, even without a website or established platform, by leveraging places where one regularly shows up online. Additionally, the importance of creating a community with a focused interest and how collaboration can enhance list growth is discussed. The episode provides valuable insights into maintaining engagement with your list, including the use of core freebies and the concept of practice launches. Moreover, personal challenges and solutions in launching free resources are shared, emphasizing the learning opportunities these provide. The episode is packed with actionable tips and reflects on the importance of connecting every aspect of list building to specific offers, aiming to help listeners refine their approach to growing and nurturing their list of potential customers. 00:00 Unlocking the Power of List Building for Your Online Business 01:41 The Essential Mindset Shifts for Effective List Building 04:56 Building Your Audience: Strategies and Tools 07:20 Leveraging Freebies for Growth: A Deep Dive 18:56 Mastering the Art of Practice Launching 24:31 The Aftermath: Nurturing Leads Post-Download 35:04 Final Thoughts and Resources for List Building Success MENTIONED IN TODAY'S EPISODE: 5 STEP LIST BUILDING ENGAGEMENT STRATEGY https://annesamoilov.com/5-step-list-building-engagement-strategy-launch/ THE TRUTH ABOUT LIST BUILDING FOR YOUR LAUNCH https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=BD2NQLB4zfE YOUR LIST IS BIGGER THAN YOU THINK https://annesamoilov.com/your-list-is-bigger-than-you-think/ Resources: FREE LAUNCH WORKBOOK: https://annesamoilov.com/launch-workbook FREE LAUNCH ROADMAP GUIDE: https://annesamoilov.com/launch-roadmap Create Your Next Launch Map: https://annesamoilov.com/pwm CREDIT: STOCK MEDIA PROVIDED BY ALEXZAVESA / POND5: HTTPS://WWW.POND5.COM/ARTIST/ALEXZAVESA
If you've ever wondered what it looks like behind the scenes to be a full-time business owner, creator, podcaster, entrepreneur, online education, business, and course creator. Then you are in luck. I've seen a bunch of these, and I've listened to a bunch of these behind-the-scenes podcasts lately. So I thought, why not do one now? Today's episode won't have the actual live footage included, but you'll see some behind-the-scenes over on Instagram and TikTok soon... So, if you're interested in learning my simple weekly routine for productivity, let's dive in! One of the most important skills you need as an entrepreneur who sells, markets and launches their offers...is to be more productive. That doesn't mean you have to work 24-7, but it does mean you have to be smart with the time you do have and build practices that become second-hand and automatic. HIGHLIGHTS: 01:10 Quick update about last week's non-typical week 02:00 All the things I had to cancel this week 03:07 Productivity is an important key skill if you plan to launch 03:47 Why I'm obsessed with behind-the-scenes productivity vlogs 05:02 The Morning Drop-Off and Afternoon Pick-Up Routine 07:03 My Daily Themes 10:01 Cognitive Fuel and Why You Gotta Have Systems 13:00 How I Stay Focused 13:48 Build systems to help you get your work done more easily RESOURCES: Descript (my editing tool): https://annesamoilov.com/descript Create Your Launch Map: https://annesamoilov.com/pwm Season 6 Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEKizO8VZ2xa6CgraWKknXIoLdlVh5xF-&si=-sjn2Vv-pKTgR3u9
#womeninbusiness #onlinelaunch #onlinecourselaunch WANT TO LAUNCH YOUR COURSE BUT NOT SURE HOW? TODAY, WE'RE GOING INTO PART 2 OF HOW TO LAUNCH YOUR COURSE OR COACHING PROGRAM. Here are 3 ways to sell your course - and the great thing is you can use them all, focus on one, and mix them up. There’s a huge misconception that you need to focus on funnels and that live launches don’t work…However, I’m here to tell you that you have options in how you get your course out to the world and start making sales. Today, I’m sharing 3 ways you can launch, what you need to know about each, and the tools you’ll want to use for each type. You might be surprised how similar the prep is for each type of sales system and the nuanced difference between each as well! __ __ I hope you’re going to get a lot out of this, so please share your biggest takeaway, and let’s continue the conversation in the comments! LISTEN/WATCH THE ENTIRE SEASON 7 EPISODES HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCH49BHObSE&list=PLEKizO8VZ2xZsa67g4bPznQq__PAyu4zY MENTIONED IN TODAY'S EPISODE: __ __ RESOURCES: __ __
This week: If you’re getting ready to launch a course, coaching program, today’s epsiode is for you. I’m sharing my 6-week launch plan. Last week I shared how to warm up your audience for a launch - but what comes next? Here’s what you’ll learn: __ __ This is part 1 of a 2-part series, SO MAKE SURE TO LISTEN TODAY so you’re all set for the next episode! Make sure to subscribe to find out when the second part 2 is released. HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Intro 01:02 How to get the most out of today’s episode 02:07 7-Step Launch Roadmap Walkthrough 10:56 Building the pieces of your launch 13:38 6-Week Launch Plan Breakdown 18:12 Creating your launch assets (production timeline) 18:45 The good news about all the production work! 20:17 Live Launch vs. Automated or Funnel Launch - any differences? 21:41 Side note about scheduling launches and promotions throughout the year 23:12 What’s coming next week? RESOURCES: Create Your Launch Map: https://annesamoilov.com/pwm Launch Tips & Resources - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb_R2ErCYfos-bj29IUIFGw Launch Roadmap Guide + Checklist - https://annesamoilov.com/launch-roadmap Launch Workbook & Planner - https://annesamoilov.com/launch-workbook COMING SOON: I’m getting so many messages and having so many chats with people who just need help getting and staying focused. You may have started the year with a plan, but naturally, things change. So, I’ve put together a very special Focus Week and combined it with a brand new Launch Starter Kit. We’re going to work together as a group for a week to make sure you have all the support you need. Want to learn more? Email me at support@annesamoilov.com
Let’s talk about your pre-launch strategy and more specifically how to warm up your audience before you launch. This is one of the most important phases of your launch but people often think it’s your launch or the webinar, but it’s how you get there, it’s how you encourage people to check you out. In this episode, you’ll learn some easy ways you can always keep your audience warmed up, what content to share in the weeks directly before your launch, and 3 different content frequency plans to choose from and customize for your next launch. MENTIONED TODAY: Social proof episode https://youtu.be/rBck9zCfLIo?si=flkmnu-L-hmHKxN8 Content strategy episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Psfk5jnl7Eg MORE LAUNCH, COURSE CREATION, AND LIST BUILDING TIPS: Visit my site at: https://annesamoilov.com Grab my free launch workbook & planner here: https://annesamoilov.com/launch-workbook Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/annesamoilov CREDIT: STOCK MEDIA PROVIDED BY ALEXZAVESA / POND5
Are you trying to connect with you audience? Are you worried that what you’re doing is just not enough to turn them into buyers? Listen to today’s episode for reminders of what it takes to connect and captivate your audience. You'll learn 5 shifts, reminders and actions you can take immediately to finally crack the code on what it will take to connect easily with your ideal customers in 2024. Mentioned In Today's Episode: Episode 701 - 12-Month Marketing Map Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hX1fYcTVh4E&t=548s Episode 702 - Your 2024 Content Strategy: https://youtu.be/Psfk5jnl7Eg 12-Month Marketing MapMaker Course: https://annesamoilov.thrivecart.com/12-month-mapmaker/ Descript: (Amazing tool to create your courses, edit your podcasts, videos, and so much more) https://annesamoilov.com/descript Notion: (Where I create my written content/outlines/scripts) https://notion.so MUSIC: STOCK MEDIA PROVIDED BY ALEXZAVESA / POND5
Are you worried you don't have enough hours in the day to create all the content you need to market your business? Well, I've got a content strategy so simple you might not even call it a strategy. If you joined me last week for the 12-month Marketing Map and you created your own map for the year, then you'll want to take out your map while we work through your content strategy. Your content will be directly tied to everything you plan to offer this year. SPONSOR - THE HOSTING HUB: CHECK OUT THEIR CO-PILOT MEMBERSHIP: https://asamoilov--launchit.thrivecart.com/hosting-hub/ MENTIONED IN TODAY'S EPISODE: EPISODE 701 - 12-MONTH MARKETING MAP EPISODE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hX1fYcTVh4E&t=548s 12-MONTH MARKETING MAPMAKER COURSE: https://annesamoilov.thrivecart.com/12-month-mapmaker/ DESCRIPT: (Amazing tool to create your courses, edit your podcasts, videos, and so much more) https://annesamoilov.com/descript NOTION: (Where I create my written content/outlines/scripts) https://notion.so
Today, I'm walking you through a simple 10-minute process to help you map out your marketing for the next 12 months. Here are some additional resources below to help you plan your launches and marketing activities for the coming year: https://annesamoilov.com/pwm https://annesamoilov.com/mapmaker https://annesamoilov.com/voxer-coaching https://annesamoilov.com/kickstart-growth-in-your-business/ https://www.amyporterfield.com/2016/11/138-how-to-plan-your-promotional-calendar-like-a-boss/
Season 7 is here and the Fearless Launching Show is going back to what we love to talk about most - LAUNCHES! This season I'll be sharing a range of topics to help you improve your online launches and sales--everything from social media, course creation, launch boosters, and AI to my favorite tools and how to use them during your launch. Take a listen so you can hear more of what's in store for you. If you ever want to suggest a new episode, reach out to me at support@annesamoilov.com. Make sure to check out some of our new (low investment) ways to work together: LAUNCH WORKBOOK + PLANNER (FREE) PLAN WITH ME: CREATE YOUR NEXT LAUNCH MAP ($24) https://annesamoilov.com/pwm 12-MONTH MARKETING MAPMAKER ($17) https://annesamoilov.com/mapmaker COACHING WITH ANNE ON VOXER ($9/MONTH) See you soon with our first episode!
Today's episode walks you through my process of reflecting on the 25 episodes of the podcast, how I'm changing things up in 2024, and why it prompted me to dig into my plan for the new year. We'll also talk about some of my go-to tools, courses, and workshops that helped me create my digital and physical plan for success. HERE ARE THE MAIN STEPS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Step 1: My 12-Month MapMaker Course - if you'd like this and don't have it, email me at support@annesamoilov.com Step 2: Year on the Wall workshop: https://www.stephcrowder.com/year-on-the-wall-2023 Step 3: Asana: https://asana.com Step 4: Uplevel With Asana course from Louise Henry: https://annesamoilov.com/UWA* OTHER RESOURCES THAT MIGHT BE USEFUL: Plan With Me: Create Your Launch Map: https://annesamoilov.com/pwm
I can hardly believe it's our final refocus session of 2023. Today's shorter-than-short refocus session calls you to reflect on one important thing that may have happened or that was your reality in 2023. Listen now and then let me know your answer to the question I pose in this week's call to set your focus for the week. RESOURCES: Launch Planner + Workbook (free): https://annesamoilov.com/launch-workbook Plan Your Launch With Me (mini-course): https://annesamoilov.com/pwm
Today's strategy episode is kind of part 2 of this week's Refocus Session all about making offers. If you didn't listen to that episode, click here now and listen to that first: https://youtu.be/pcgTv3tyZpw In today's episode, you'll learn the 3 main categories where you can plant the seeds of you offer and make sure people know who you are and what you do! RESOURCES: Making offers episode: https://youtu.be/pcgTv3tyZpw Elizabeth Goddard's Everything Page: https://elizabethgoddard.co.uk/everything/
In today's refocus session, I'm sharing a new approach to making offers. Instead of waiting and waiting to ramp up, to build the launch runway with all the free content, what if we sped things up a bit? Listen to hear how you can start making more revenue in your business and also have complete clarity that what you're offering is the right offer for your audience. Resources: Free Launch Workbook + Planner: https://annesamoilov.com/launch-workbook Plan Your Launch With Me - Mini Course: https://annesamoilov.com/pwm
Today, I'm taking you behind the scenes and letting you in on the process of creating a "brand new" program! I'm using air quotes because really I'm pulling together a few programs into a self-paced brand-new offering. Plus, I need your help! Are you working toward the launch of a course or coaching program and need some extra support? Are you worried you don’t have a strong enough offer or that you’ve missed something and want to feel confident going into your launch? I’m looking for 10 people who are working toward launching their new or revised offers and are willing to be on 2 group sessions where I can help you but also ask you some questions! Spots are limited so I’m going to give you a form to fill out so I can reach out to you with the dates/times of the Zoom sessions. Fill out this form if you're interested in being in this 10-person 2-day mastermind! https://annesamoilov.com/zoom-launch Love to see you there! -Anne
Today's Refocus Session shares a process I use OFTEN but I also often need to be reminded to do this...and that is CUT down my to-do list. Is it easy for you to make a neverending to-do list for the week? Is it pages and pages long? Here's the process I used today in the car to think about the week ahead. If you need more white space in your life and are tired of feeling TIRED and strung out and stressed out when you don't finish things, this episode is for you. Okay, let's get to it! ARE YOU LOOKING FOR HELP CREATING YOUR NEXT LAUNCH MAP & SCHEDULE? Check out my program: https://annesamoilov.com/pwm Download my workbook + planner: https://annesamoilov.com/launch-workbook
Welcome to another refocus session. Today, I’m talking about all the time we have left this year to take action, improve, and grow our business. Depending on your time, energy, and desire, you can make improvements. But you have to make a decision. So, listen to this episode and then email me at support@annesamoilov.com! I’d love to know what you’re focused on and how I can support you. RESOURCES YOU MAY WANT TO GRAB: Launch Workbook + Planner: https://annesamoilov.com/launch-workbook Create Your Launch Map Course: https://annesamoilov.com/pwm
Today's strategy session is about creating and launching "new" offers. Sometimes we think starting from scratch is the only option, but it isn't! In this episode, I'm sharing: __ __ Plus, I'm sharing a few new things you can expect in soon from me! If you'd like to receive my free gift - the 12-Month MapMaker program, I'll be sending it out THIS WEEKEND. Get in before November 18th and you'll receive the program over the weekend. support@annesamoilov.com or DM me on Instagram at: https://instagram.com/annesamoilov
It's Refocus Session Monday! Today we're going to keep it brief so you can get right into your week. Before you decide what you're going to focus on this week, consider adding something fun. Give a free gift to your audience, subscribers, clients, and other supporters. If you want the free gift I'm sending out this weekend, make sure you're on the list and I'll send you my 12-Month Mapmaker program. You can easily jump on the list here: https://annesamoilov.com/launch-workbook. Have a great week and I'll see you for our Thursday Strategy session. xoxo
In today's episode, we're going to chat about planning in advance and whether or not those plans we make at the end of the year are really all that worthwhile or not. You should know I'm definitely on the side of mapping out your year as well as your launches and other projects. So, let's dive in today. And if you want to start by at least planning out your next launch, check out my course Plan With Me: Create Your Next Launch Map here: https://annesamoilov.com/pwm Listen to more episodes about Launch Planning here on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5RCXcykntQX7OeWQDC1Ez3?si=7JPaqvqXQiCSoTJRPWQCdQ Listen to the podcast over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AnneSamoilovgplus/videos
It's Refocus Time! Today, before we get into actually setting your focus for the week, I want to recommend you start doing a once a week ritual ... tracking your money. I share why my Money Mondays sticks, why I started doing it, my process and 5 things I track to insure I know exactly what's coming! I'd love to hear from you. Do you have a weekly or monthly ritual to review your revenue? Reach out to me here: support@annesamoilov.com and tell me all about it!
With all the talk online about how to scale your business, you might think that means you need to automate, set up some evergreen funnels, and be good to go. But is it that simple? Scaling means growing...and you get to choose how that happens and what it looks like for you. Today, I'll walk you through 4 questions I've been exploring and why they give you the clarity you need to start actually making your own plan to scale. MENTIONED ON TODAY'S EPISODE: Anne's Plan With Me course - Enroll in Create Your Launch Map today! https://annesamoilov.com/pwm
Let's talk about what's weighing on you. If you're a human being on this planet, there are likely a few things that you'd say are weighing on you. Today, I'll walk you through a simple exercise to shift how you see these weights. Spoiler alert: you'll practice finding alternatives to the initial choice you made and move back into what is possible for you (no matter what area of your life you're in). You may even discover the thing you're going to focus on this week! And in celebration of an alternate choice I made and what's weighing me down... PLAN WITH ME: CREATE YOUR LAUNCH MAP and COURSES THAT LAST are now available! When you bundle them together, you'll be invited to join me for a special end-of-year Q&A session with some more goodies I'm creating for you!
Today's episode is a fast and fun reminder of what you need in place to create to launch an online course. We go through a few key items you'll need before you even start planning your launch, then how to map out your launch before you get started, and finally, we talk about what to do AFTER! Here are a few resources mentioned today: Launch Workbook: https://annesamoilov.com/launch-workbook Courses That Last mini-course: Email us for more info at support@annesamoilov.com Plan With Me: Create Your Launch Map course: Email us for more info at support@annesamoilov.com LAUNCH PLANNING SPOTIFY PLAYLIST
It's time for another refocus session! This week, we're diving into the topic of productivity and powering through your work. If you've ever just said you had to "get through it" or "go heads down" or power through a bunch of work...this episode is for you. Here's when to power through your work and when NOT to power through. Plus, I'll talk about the downsides to making consistent powering through to your business. But I want to hear from you? How often do you think you need to put your nose to the grindstone to get things done? Enjoy and I'll see you Thursday!
I guess it's repurpose week up around here! Today I'm talking through some ways you can turn your paid products and courses into something new. This is an ever growing list of things I've done, friends have done, and students have also done. If you have an idea you'd like to share, send it over to us at support@annesamoilov.com Related content you may want to check out: https://fearlesslaunching.libsyn.com/101-create-this-launch-asset-now-plus-why-repurposing-is-so-important https://fearlesslaunching.libsyn.com/260-revise-update-and-repurposing-oh-my https://annesamoilov.com/create-re-usable-customer-email-sequences-next-product-launch/
Welcome to your weekly refocus session - where I hopefully encourage you to carve out 30 minutes or less to make a clear plan for the week ahead. This week, we're talking about how to repurpose and make it part of your weekly plan. If you've been struggling to get all the content and material written that needs to go live every week, don't miss today's episode! DON'T FORGET: SIGN UP FOR ONE OF MY FREE REFOCUS SESSIONS WHILE THEY ARE STILL AVAILABLE: HTTPS://TIDYCAL.COM/ANNES/REFOCUS
If you've ever thought about closing your online course or phasing out a product, this episode is for you. I cover some of the reasons you might want to sunset your course as well as how to actually handle the process in a way that keeps your current customers/audience happy and excited for you (and what's next).
It's Monday - time to refocus...but before we do let's talk about hitting the delete button. As online creators, sometimes we get in our heads about our content. We want it to be amazing, valuable...and we don't want to embarrass ourselves or regret posting something. Let's get into it and talk about why hitting delete isn't always bad! DON'T FORGET: SIGN UP FOR ONE OF MY FREE REFOCUS SESSIONS WHILE THEY ARE STILL AVAILABLE: HTTPS://TIDYCAL.COM/ANNES/REFOCUS MENTIONED ON TODAY'S EPISODE: DESCRIPT https://descript.com - AMAZING TOOL TO CHECK OUT IF YOU CREATE ANY TYPE OF RECORDED CONTENT.
