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In our most stressful moments, it’s easy to assume that we have no choices and maybe we just have to plough on until life gets easier. What if you shifted your perspective? What if you considered that in any circumstance you always have a choice, the power to choose your thoughts and feelings? In this episode, Cristina invites you to reflect on your thoughts and emotions and how they influence your business results. She explains why your capacity to take action is directly connected to the thoughts you choose to entertain. She also shares her experience parenting, and how as new parents she believes you can create a mutually beneficial mindset with your partner(s). At any point and in any circumstance, we always have the choice of our thoughts and emotions Within the context of her personal and professional experiences, Cristina also offers great insights into how you can thrive in your business without sacrificing the other important things in your life. Her holistic approach will help you to find the bala

When a business is growing and clients are continuously coming through the door, it is an exciting place to be and to celebrate!However, that growth can also lead to overwhelm, stress and even burnout. In fact, this happens more often than you may think!Based on my experience working with my clients, talking to many of my peers and my own personal experience, I will share with you in this episode the different reasons why I believe this happens.I will also cover the 4 steps to avoid getting stuck in that unfortunate situation and build a business that is sustainable for the long run!Make your business work for you, and not the other way around!In fact, the way you are used to doing business, initially may not fit to the size of your business now, or even to the stage of life where you are.Make sure to observe how you are growing and make the necessary adjustments so that you can thrive and design a business that is aligned with the life you truly want.What you will learn:What are the scenarios and causes when

If looking at your bank account fills you with dread and you’re not in love with your bank balance, this episode is for you. Worrying about money, feeling shame around business earnings, and experiencing debt anxiety is normal, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode Vangile Makwakwa talks about how to recognise when a money trauma exists, and the ways in which it influences our lives and our businesses. She shares her inspiring story of working through her own traumas, clearing a large debt and now helping others to do the same. Money traumas are never about the money In sharing her personal story, she encourages you to reflect upon your own circumstances and offers insights into why entrepreneurs look in the wrong place to solve their money worries. Vangile also invites you to consider a different way of approaching marketing and selling and it’s one that you will love! Vangile Makwakwa is an author, speaker, World Traveler, Founder of Wealthy Money, wealth coach, yogi and a podcast host. Vangile is pa

With covid restrictions reduced and people being able to travel more, in-person networking opportunities are opening up again. Online networking is also still on the rise as the business world continues to shift how it operates globally.Regardless of whether you’re networking online or offline, you need to be able to describe what you do and who you are in an effective way. With only a few minutes to make that lasting impression, you want it to be a good one. How do you leave an impactful impression that makes people remember what you do and why they need your product or service? Also, how do you explain what you do in a way that inspires them to recommend you to a trusted friend or colleague?You often have only a few minutes to leave an impression. You need to let people know in just a few words what transformation you provide or what’s the mission of your business.In this episode you will learn a practical formula to explain what you do in a compelling way. This effective method will enable you to create a

Have you ever considered pitching for an organisation to invest in your startup business? What about becoming an investor yourself as a way of making a portable revenue? Business investing may feel like unfamiliar territory, but it can be a golden key. By understanding the true potential of investing and the eco-system in which it sits, every entrepreneur has the power to expand their future opportunities and impact. This week, Dr. Julien Pham, founder of Third Culture Capital, a venture capital firm shares his expertise. Julien introduces you to what it means to have VC (venture capital) invested in your business and how to be an investor yourself (angel investor). Being multidimensional and leveraging your skill set allows you to scale yourself and your business. He talks about the long-term value of leveraging your unique skill set to attract investors, the importance of understanding your business environment (eco-system), and why investing can be the key to scaling up your business. Julien is an inspi

If you dream of turning your business idea into reality but the time is just not right for you to make it happen, you don’t have to forget about it or put it to one side.Whether you are transitioning from a corporate career or balancing your business dreams with spending time with your loved ones, you can start your entrepreneurial journey now and go at a pace that works for you.Don’t let your business idea gather dust. There are simple things you can do to keep it alive until you are ready to focus on it and officially launch your business.Here are four steps you can take to start working on right now to prepare your future business for a successful launch and sustainable growth.What you will learn:4 simple things you can do when it’s not the right time to launch your businessHow you will benefit from implementing these small actionsWhy it’s important to start now instead of waiting until you are readyThis episode is also available in a blog format:Click here to find the articleResources and inspiration:Read

With so many business resources online, it’s reasonable to rely on the outside world to make decisions and navigate our entrepreneurial journey. However, in doing so, we run the risk of ignoring a more profound resource - our intuition. Using your intuition is good for making decisions, especially for making the right ones. In this episode Cath Brew talks about the importance of intuition, how to develop yours and why your business needs it. She explains the difference between emotions and intuition, how to recognize these differences and why one may interfere with business efficiency whilst the other improves it. For anyone who wants to learn more, this chat with Cath will help you expand your inner world to make better business decisions. “The more we learn how to access our discomforts, the less they have a hold over us” Cath is an artist who illustrates and educates about marginalized experiences for positive change with a focus on identity, belonging and expat life. She is also a shamanic practitioner

When we talk about sales and marketing, we mostly talk about getting to know your customers and how you can best serve them. And that’s as it should be.But today, I want to challenge you to look at yourself and how your behavior as a consumer or buyer impacts how you attract clients to your business. You will be surprised how much you can learn when you reflect on how you show up as a customer and consumer.Your behavior as a consumer or buyer can have a major impact on how you show up, sell and attract clients into your own business.In this episode, I will help you consider how your attitudes, thoughts and beliefs about other businesses can determine the energy and mindset you bring to your own business and sales.It’s time to look in the mirror if you want to have the mindset and energy you need to grow your business.What you will learn:How your behavior and thoughts as a consumer and buyer can impact how you show up in your own businessWhat shifts and actions you can take to show up with the right energy whe

When you’re building your business, it’s common to think that you need to follow what other people are doing. Yet in reality, while being able to learn from others, you need to figure out what works for you! Knowing yourself and working to your personal needs reduces any resistance you have and opens the way for more business. In this episode Brigitte van Tuijl talks about the importance of truly knowing who you are and how to align that with your marketing strategy. She goes on to explain how it’s possible to reduce your hours, attract new clients and still respect your own rhythm. Brigitte’s insights into the power of intuition, our attitudes and the ways in which we approach business are particularly useful to any entrepreneur feeling a little unsure about how to open themselves up to more business. You do NOT have to see the road and do NOT have to know the how to achieve your goal Brigitte van Tuijl is a writer and master coach for women entrepreneurs who helps get women clear on their true dream and m

Although this is the final episode of a series called ‘The Slow Challenge,’ what we will cover today is at the core of what a portable business allows you to do and why I am passionate about helping you grow a successful portable business.In fact, for too long, entrepreneurs have been taught that they need to work hard and sacrifice everything – including their wellbeing - to grow a successful business.This is simply not true. If you design your business with intention and implement the right strategies mindfully, you can run your business at your rhythm and align it with your lifestyle.You don’t need to work hard to generate real revenue, but what you need is to be committed to making real revenue.Here are some key principles to focus on if you truly want to build a sustainable business that works for you.What you will learn:The unexpected side effects and opportunities of slowing downThe important distinctions to make so you don’t lose sight of your goalsThe key principles you need to focus on to run a busi

Believing in your success and establishing the right mindset can be the difference between a business that moves forward and one that gets stuck. Part of that success also relies on knowing when and what to delegate. This week, I am bringing to you a student of my online program, the Portable Business Accelerator™, Caroline Giffon whose journey and growth has been so great to watch. She shares how she grew her business and the reasons for her early success. She talks passionately about how she created her team, and why investing in herself has positively shaped her business. Caroline’s insights into how to establish the right mindset for personal and business growth make for valuable listening. Trusting in my success ahead of time helped me to invest in myself and in what I needed to grow. Over the last 20 years, Caroline has lived in six different countries across three continents. She left a career in international development to follow her second calling to help global nomads create vibrant lives and car

Most solo entrepreneurs complain that creating content is time consuming and overwhelming. You get motivated to start one day, try to keep up with it, then stop, then pick up again, but eventually you end up giving up once and for all. This means you lose the opportunity to engage with your audience and nurture your relationships with your ideal clients!Your content is what will make your ideal clients know you, like you, trust you and see you as the go-to expert in your field. But the value you provide is not in the quantity of content you produce, it’s in the consistency of it!In this episode I will share with you how to shift the way you look at content creation so you can define a strategy that truly works for you.You will also learn how to find 18 topics ideas in 12 minutes!What you will learn:How to choose the right content strategy for youHow to come up with 18 topic ideas in 12 minutesHow to make sure you don’t get overwhelmed with content creationThis episode is also available in a blog format:Click

As entrepreneurs we all have times of feeling stuck. There’s a challenge before you and you’re just not sure how to move through it to a solution. In those moments it’s easy for frustration to set in, but have you ever considered using Brain Gym? Brain Gym is an effective technique which helps you shift your mindset from obstacles and a brain fog to release, clarity and solutions. This week Florence Chabert d'Hieres, a licensed Brain Gym Practitioner, introduces the benefits of the tool and explains how it helps to balance the human body and mind for optimum performance. She also reveals the positive impact it’s had in her personal and professional life and that of her clients. It’s a technique that can be used anywhere and which improves your communication and organization skills. If you want to learn more about it, what’s not to love about listening to this episode? When you are faced with an obstacle, movement is what will help you unlock the solution. Florence Chabert d’Hieres is an Adult TCK raising th

Being able to reach and build relationships with your potential clients is fundamental to your business success. However, when it comes to developing effective marketing strategies to make that happen, so many entrepreneurs end up stressed out and overwhelmed!Having a clear marketing strategy is simply about knowing where your ideal clients are spending time and how to enter into a relationship with them.This week I am breaking down the myths about marketing and sharing the essential steps you need to take to develop strategies that are right for you and your business. Getting clarity about your marketing and knowing what works will help you be work at your own pace and go slow when you need or want to.What you will learn:What marketing is really about and what are the mistakes to avoidWhat marketing strategies exist to help you gain visibilityHow to choose which marketing strategies work for youThis episode is also available in a blog format:Click here to find the articleResources and inspiration:Listen

Mental health and mental wellbeing are just as important as your physical and business health. Despite this, many entrepreneurs still struggle with burnout. As Amanda Bates discusses this week, proactively watching what’s happening to your mental health is vital to avoid substantial disruption to your business. With examples from her own journey, she explains why managing your mental health can be the difference between an enjoyable, short, planned breaks and unexpected time off due to persistent physical illness. If this was the last thing on earth that I had to do, what could I do for another five years and still be excited about it? In this episode, Amanda also shares when it’s best to reach out for support and from whom and offers ideas as to how failure helps your mental health long-term. As a third culture kid Amanda’s interest in navigating cross-cultural spaces and identity started young. Her American born, African-raised perspective continues to influence her as she leads the creative direction of

For many people selling can feel slimy, daunting or overwhelming.But it does not have to be this way…Selling is about helping people understand how they can solve their challenges or desires and find the right solutions for themAll you have to do is to focus on letting them know about your solution, ask the right questions and giving them the information they need to make their own decision, the rest will happen on its own.In this episode I will share with you the simple ways you can make selling easier.What you will learn:What mindset shift you first need to make to sell with easeHow to describe your products or services in a compelling wayHow to let your clients know about your offersThis episode is also available in a blog format:Click here to find the articleShare Your Love!Do you enjoy listening to this podcast show? Leave your review on your favorite app – iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play Share Your Thoughts!Connect with the Tandem Nomads community and share your comments!CLICK

You’re looking to grow your business audience and you want to try something new. Have you considered starting a podcast? Perhaps you already have one and want to use it to leverage your business? With so many podcasts out there these days, it can feel a little daunting. Who is going to listen to you? Do you really have anything to say? This week Kat Brendel explains how new podcasters and existing ones can break through the noise to get noticed. She shares the benefits of developing a testing mindset and why it will help you to connect more closely with your audiences. Kat also offers a range of tips about driving your business forward with podcasting; the quantity of content versus its promotion, making calls for action, and ways in which to create more clients.  Tune down your content creation and tune up your content promotion. Kat’s enthusiasm for podcasting together with her expertise and wisdom makes this episode a must-listen for any entrepreneurs who podcast already or who want to! Kat Brendel’s (sh

Are you able to clearly describe your different revenue streams, the revenue you earn for each, and at which period of the year?And are you able to clearly define what marketing strategies are attracting your clients and which ones are not?If not, it’s high time for you to stop everything you are doing and dive into these numbers!Your business is providing you with precious information, you might not know it if you don’t track what’s happening in your business.As unsexy as it might sound, this process can empower you and help you make your business easier and simpler.When you know exactly what strategies are generating revenue, and which ones are not, you will feel more ease and see bigger results in your business.What you will learn:How to tackle your sales and your numbers “in a non-accounting” way to figure out which marketing strategies are working for youHow to analyze those numbers and make key decisions to grow your business without getting overwhelmedWhat mindset you need to adopt to come from a place

As an entrepreneur growing your company and paying yourself a salary may feel like the greatest challenge there is.  Yet with the right mindset and planning, all entrepreneurs can achieve a high turnover and high profit. So how do you make it happen? This week Anna Maria Moore takes you through some of the common financial mistakes entrepreneurs make. She highlights the importance of pricing services and products at the very beginning of your business in order to create your own salary. Anna also shares details of how to plan for the salary, account for realistic business costs and why this is critical for targeting the right kinds of clients. This is an important episode for entrepreneurs who want to understand how to make their businesses financially stable, predictable and profitable. “Your business must allow you to thrive and not just survive” Anna is a very passionate and successful businesswoman and international best-selling author who has dedicated over 10 years to building her own companies. She i

Do find yourself saying ‘yes’ to all sort of things in your business and your personal life because you’re afraid to miss an opportunity, or you want to keep everyone happy, or you just don’t quite know how to say ‘no’? And then you get overwhelmed, doing things that don’t bring you any joy!If you want to be able to slow down and take your business growth at your own pace, you’ve got to know when to say a big, bold YES with confidence and when to say ‘No’ without guilt and shame.To experience more ease, joy and growth you need to have clear boundaries and know exactly when to give a “Definitive NO” and when to say, “Oh YES!”Knowing when to say ‘yes’ and when to say ‘no’ becomes much easier when you are clear about your priorities. And making choices aligned to those priorities will not only bring you joy, but it will also drive your business growth and results. In this episode, I help you work on your priorities, setting boundaries and how to say ‘no’ more effectively.Many things that are not aligned with you