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SweetLife Entrepreneur™ Podcast

The ultimate online business podcast that delivers trainings most consultants charge thousands for, with proven strategies to grow and scale your business online. April Beach hosts the weekly podcast to help you design, launch and scale your business, with a rare behind the scenes look of what it really takes to build an impact brand for high profit, deep purpose, and lifestyle freedom. Each show delivers expert steps to build your service business including offer strategy, online marketing, branding, service development, sales, how to scale, launch expertise, speaking, writing, coaching, PR and more. Shows include crazy-good bonuses, implementation worksheets, free courses, surprise extras, an online community, and no annoying advertising! We don’t hold back! It’ll feel like April Beach and guest experts are sitting right beside you revealing insider truths and trusted business knowledge. Her unfiltered style of teaching what it takes to build a profitable company and design the future you want, and her ability to simplify business growth, comes from her lifetime of experience as a lifestyle entrepreneur, and over two decades coaching women founders. podcast@sweetlifeco.com
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Jun 29, 2020
You’re really good at what you do, but oftentimes you feel like the best-kept secret. A handful of people know your worth, but not enough to get the credibility you need to reach the profit and business growth you want. 
 
In this show, you’ll learn 4 simple steps to start the process of establishing your expertise that every entrepreneur should have completed regardless of business phase or growth level.
Episode Highlights:
  1. Know how to create your media PR plan
  2. Know what you need to have on your website to look like an expert
  3. Know the 4 simple steps you can complete this week to bring your message to the masses

 

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Jun 22, 2020
Nobody is coming to save you. You’re the beginning and the end of making your business a success. Therefore, if you haven’t been controlling your company financials the way you should, now is the time to start. Danielle Hayden is our guest expert and financial planner for small business owners. 
 
In this show, you’ll learn how and what to pay yourself, what key numbers you need to pay attention to, how to set up your monthly financial calendar, and other key metrics you need to control as the leader of your company - even/especially if someone else is managing the money for you! 
 
If your sales aren’t quite where they should be, you need to have a plan to take control and rebound. Or… if your business is booming and flowing with cash, but you’re so busy you don’t know where the money is going, you need to take control. Regardless, knowledge and control are the keys to grow, scale, and profit and this episode will kick start that process.
Episode Highlights:
  1. Learn how and what to pay yourself
  2. Know what key numbers you need to pay attention to
  3. Set up a monthly calendar to control the finances

 

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Jun 15, 2020

Many businesses are not using email marketing correctly. Regardless if your business is local or online, email marketing is a must. If you are struggling to understand how to use email marketing to connect with your clients, increase your sales, and the difference between email marketing options this show is for you. You’ll know the difference between email managers and clearly understand your software needs to move forward.

Episode Highlights:
  1. The difference between your business email and your email marketing manager
  2. Business email set up and use
  3. Marketing email set up and use 

 

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Jun 8, 2020
LinkedIn is the best B2B social platform that exists. However, few people know how to use it, what to post, or what strategy to follow to make the right-profitable connections. In this show, Judy Fox, LinkedIn Expert, shares a simple and powerful strategy to accept the right connections and her 3 part system on the best content to share. 
 
At the end of this show, you will know what to do with your LinkedIn connections, how to increase the visibility of your content and what to post, when.
Episode Highlights:
  1. Have a simple LinkedIn connection strategy
  2. Know the types of content you should be posting on LinkedIn
  3. Understand how to organically grow engagement with the right people at no cost

 

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Jun 1, 2020

In this episode we cover who should be running LinkedIn Ads, the 4 types of ads that can be run on Linked, and what you can expect to spend to get results. LinkedIn Ads Expert, AJ Wilcox, founder of B2Linked.com and host of “The LinkedIn Ads Show” dives deep covering what you need to know as a business owner. If you’ve been thinking about advertising on LinkedIn but you’re not sure if it’s the right choice for your business goals, don’t miss this episode.

Episode Highlights:
  1. Know your ad budget
  2. Decide what kind of ads you should be running
  3. Know where to access your Ads account to get started

 

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May 25, 2020
You’ve been thinking about advertising on LinkedIn but you’re not sure where to start, or if it’s a wise choice for your business. LinkedIn is a powerful ad platform, but it’s unlike others and you need to be sure you’re spending your marketing money for the ROI you expect. 
 
In this episode my friend and LinkedIn Ads Expert, AJ Wilcox, founder of B2Linked.com covers what types of companies benefit from LinkedIn Ads, the 3 components of successful ad strategies and basic steps to get started. You’ll leave knowing if LinkedIn is the right platform for your business and what types of ads you can start running now.
Episode Highlights:
  1. Decide if your company should be advertising on LinkedIn
  2. Learn how LinkedIn ads work
  3. Know the 3 components of a profitable LinkedIn Ad strategy

 

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May 18, 2020
You’re really good at what you do, but your list of leads is small. Or… You have an amazing program, course, product, or service, and it’s time to 3x your sales. In both cases… your solution is an affiliate program. 
 
But do you create one? 
Where do you start? 
Who do you ask to become your affiliates?
How can you get them to agree? 
 
In this episode, my friend Laura Sprinkle, the mastermind behind epic launches for Amy Porterfield, Selena Soo, and Todd Herman and over 10MM in affiliate sales, dishes it all. 
 
If you want your next product launch to be your best yet? Don’t miss this show.
Episode Highlights:
  1. Understand epic profit potential of affiliate sales
  2. Learn to find your best referral partners 
  3. Know how to pitch partners for mutual benefits 

 

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May 11, 2020
It’s time to launch your consulting or coaching business but you need to move quickly. You have no time to waste but you also need to establish a reputable brand and high-level marketing. This show breaks out the steps to launch your consulting practice in 10 days so that you’ll enter the market in the lead, start making money faster, and lay a strong foundation for future growth. 
 
If you’re very good at what you do, and it’s time to do it for your own company, and not your employer, this is the show that gets you launched fast.
Episode Highlights:
  1. Choose your consulting niche 
  2. Show up with a reputation that demands your fees 
  3. Launch a high caliber website fast 
  4. Breaks down exactly what to do each day for 10 days

 

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May 4, 2020
This podcast teaches you how to create videos, step by step,  for your online course, content to drip to your membership website, or to teach on live webinars or live streams. With a tech guide and checklist to get your videos up fast.
 
You want to create videos to share with your clients, but when you sit down to actually start… you’re lost on the steps. If technology seems hard, you’re not alone. In a world of online everything, the overabundance of options doesn’t help. In fact,  too many choices can stall your business completely. 
Episode Highlights:
  1. Choose between the 3 types of content you want to share
  2. Present your content in the right way for your audience
  3. Gives you the exact steps to record and process your videos fast

 

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Apr 27, 2020
If you’re a small business owner whose audience has become silent, you’re no longer leading your people, or you’re losing your relevance, this show is for you. As the world shifts, so must your business. Not forever, but for now and one big important part is staying relevant so people keep their eyes on you. 
 
How do we do this? The answer defies all things you’ve ever heard about marketing… DITCH THE PLAN! It’s time to serve the world, not sell the world. 
Episode Highlights:
  1. Know the 3 Types Of Content You Should Create And Share Right Now 
  2. Stay relevant
  3. Ditch your plan (for a short time) 
  4. Hold the reigns of leadership with confidence

 

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Apr 20, 2020

This episode is for entrepreneurs and small business owners who aren’t sure if you need to shift your offers, confused about how or if you should be marketing your services online. We cover the 3 greatest dangers to small businesses are facing and thoughtful solutions to overcome each pitfall. This show will help you identify what stage of action your business is in, if it’s time to move, and how to move with intention based on what’s appropriate right now.

Episode Highlights:
  1. Identify your business position grasping on to the current business opportunities
  2. Identify the 3 biggest pitfalls small businesses and entrepreneurs are facing and how to overcome each
  3. Change your mindset to become a leader and build strong relationships

 

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Apr 13, 2020

If you’ve created a Facebook Business Page, but you aren’t sure EXACTLY how to use it, you’re not alone. Over 80% of small businesses we meet with don’t have the basics of their page set up and could be losing thousands. In this week’s show Sarah Tomes, our in house Facebook Ads expert is delivering “7 Steps To Make Sure Your Facebook Page Is Good To Go”.

Episode Highlights:
  1. How to create a catchy title banner that establishes you as a leader
  2. How and what you should be linking to in your posts (and why)
  3. What CTAs (calls to action) to use and which ones are a "no-no”
  4. The difference between Boosted Posts and Facebook Ads and how to choose the right one

 

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Apr 6, 2020
How to build a powerful group coaching program.  In this show, I break down how to plan your group purpose, how to choose the best software, and how to bill, onboard and pick the best platforms for success. Every business is different and this episode helps you find the right answers for your business. We also discuss the power (and joy) of hosting live group calls and what types of entrepreneurs will thrive with this business offering. 
 
Today's episode will help you plan your group’s purpose, schedule, taking payment, onboarding customers and deciding the best platform for your group goals.
Episode Highlights:
  1. Determine what type of group you’re building
  2. Choose the online platform to build your group in
  3. Set up how people pay you
  4. Understand why AI plays a key role in customer satisfaction

 

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Mar 30, 2020

In this episode, we’re focusing on helping small businesses launch online services. There are many options to serve your clients online but the choices can be overwhelming and it’s hard to know where to start. This is part 1 of a 2 part series. This part is focused on helping you launch 1-1 services virtually, choosing your offers, how to meet with people online, how to get your systems set up, and the best ways to offer online services from anywhere.

Episode Highlights:
  1. How to choose the right software 
  2. How to create and set parameters on your 1-1 online services
  3. The steps to get your online services setup 
  4. Specific software recommendations 

 

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Mar 23, 2020
This episode is important to help save you time. I meet a lot of business owners who’ve worked hard to build the wrong kind of business. This is an unfiltered episode that lays out some tough love and inspiration to help you launch your online business the right way including; how you’ll make money, how you’ll serve your clients online, and launching products that people love. 
This show also helps you define your perfect day routine and choose the best online business that aligns with your plans because having an online business does not mean you will be working less.
 
I also give specific recommendations of ideas of online courses, membership sites and other things you could consider to add to your offering menu and why it’s important to master one first. Why you can’t set it and forget it and that you need to have an active growth plan, as well as the truth about the hard work it takes to build your business online. 
Episode Highlights:
  1. How to choose the right kinds of online services, products, and revenue streams
  2. The two types of popular online courses people buy
  3. What a membership site is and why you might want to launch one 
  4. Important online relationships you’ll need to build 
  5. How to stand out online 

 

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Mar 16, 2020

There's no doubt the current economy will affect how some businesses run. These are hard times, but on this show, we're talking about great opportunities to grow and scale your business online. These strategies will help you continue to reach and serve your clients while developing new streams of income and developing a new business model that leads to more lifestyle and location freedom for small business owners.

Episode Highlights:
  1. How to meet with your clients virtually
  2. Software to work as a team online
  3. 5 things you can do right now to grow your brand from home
  4. How brick and mortar stores can sell products creatively

 

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Mar 9, 2020
Who This Episode is Great For:
  1. Those in any phase of my Lifestyle Entrepreneur System
  2. Those who have used Pinterest for their business yet and are interested in getting started
Episode Highlights:
  • Pinterest expert, Melanie Fountain, will help you understand the basics of what you should be doing every single day and week on Pinterest
  • Why Pinterest is so powerful; especially when compared to social media platforms
  • How you can get started with your very own Pinterest marketing plan today

 

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Mar 2, 2020
Who This Episode is Great For:

Those of you who are doing everything you’re told and your online marketing still isn’t working.

Episode Highlights:
  • How online marketing sales have changed over the past few years
  • The story of how Facebook completely stonewalled my recent marketing efforts
  • The five strategies you can implement to continue to grow your list and business and increase your sales when all else fails

 

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Feb 24, 2020
Who This Episode is Great For:
  1. Entrepreneurs who are intimidated by the idea of hosting events
  2. Entrepreneurs who are considering offering events
  3. Entrepreneurs who have never considered hosting events before
  4. Those ready to scale with an established business
Episode Highlights:
  • Four event-hosting myths and a breakdown of the truth
  • How much notice you should give your audience about your events so they have time to plan
  • The two things I was nervous to do during my own events that really paid off

 

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Feb 17, 2020
Who This Episode is Great For:
  1. If you're considering launching a podcast.
  2. If you want to be a guest on a podcast and you want to know the inside scoop to increase your chance of landing that guest spot.
  3.  If you're in the growth and scaling part of your business and you appreciate hearing about times where other women have fallen on their face and gotten back up again.

Episode Highlights:
  • What hosting a podcast hosting is really like.
  • Insights to help you decide if hosting a podcast is a responsibility you want to add to your business.
  • 10 honest lessons you can apply to your business to save time, money, and sanity.

 

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Feb 10, 2020

Luisa Zhou is the creator of the Employee to Entrepreneur system, which teaches people how to leave their day job and start their own six-figure plus business working for themselves. She’s helped thousands of students, including health and business coaches, designers, copywriters, and consultants, to launch their own businesses that generate anywhere from 30K to 100K in less than a year. Her advice has been featured in numerous online and print publications including Forbes, Inc, Entrepreneur, Success magazine, and more.

Episode Highlights:
  • 3 simple steps to launch your new business while still working your 9-5
  • What you can offer and sell while still working your full-time job
  • How to grow your email list while you’re still working
  • How to serve clients while still working
  • How to get over the fear of charging higher fees in the very beginning

 

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Feb 3, 2020
Kat McLead is the creator of the Stay at Home Mom Entrepreneur: the proven framework for creating a highly profitable business that you love while working 2 hours a day.
 
She started her first multiple 6-figure business 20 years ago and hasn’t slowed down since — not even after having her son. A fun fact: That business’s profits meant that she had way more money than her husband when they first got married, and was able to pay the entire $450,000 down payment on their home. Not that he minded!
 
So, if you're thinking about starting a business or you've already launched one, but it's not doing as well as you'd like, you don't want to miss this episode!
Episode Highlights:
  1. Kat’s four steps to coming up with your business idea.
  2. Kat’s take on purpose vs. profit.
  3. Why you should focus on the skills you already have rather than trying to start a business that requires you to learn a new one.

 

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Jan 27, 2020

If you haven't listened to Part 1 of my interview with Kathy Haan, you'll want to make sure you do that before listening to this episode.

Kathy Haan is a business coach, travel blogger, influencer, podcaster, and travel agency owner. You can find her work featured in places like Forbes, USA Today, Cosmopolitan, and Thrive Global. When she's not at home in Iowa with her husband, three children, and two enormous Great Pyrenees dogs, you can usually find her traveling the world, creating content, and storytelling on stages.

Episode Highlights:
  1. The last five strategies to get influencer marketing.
  2. Kathy's hacks for getting branding photography for FREE!
  3. The secret media weapon the major influencers know about that you can utilize as well.

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Jan 20, 2020

This is not an episode about how to have a million followers. If you care more about the numbers than the results you deliver and the relationships you build, you will fail.

However, if you want to learn from a true international influencer whose story and work has changed lives and if you want to develop your influencer marketing plan for the right reasons, this is the episode for you.

Kathy Haan is a business coach, travel blogger, influencer, podcaster, and travel agency owner. You can find her work featured in places like Forbes, USA Today, Cosmopolitan, and Thrive Global. When she's not at home in Iowa with her husband, three children, and two enormous Great Pyrenees dogs, you can usually find her traveling the world, creating content, and storytelling on stages.

Kathy had so many amazing insights and tips that we’ve decided to split this episode into two parts. So, make you don’t miss part two.

Episode Highlights:
  1. What influencer marketing is.
  2. Why you need influencer marketing.
  3. The first three strategies to get influencer marketing.

 

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Jan 13, 2020

I love getting to pour into you every week and provide you with the trainings and guidance that helps you build your business and find lifestyle freedom.

This podcast has allowed me to do that in a way nothing else in my business has.

That's why I could think of no better way to celebrate our third birthday than by giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring you a new episode each week.

And, I could think of no one better to help me with this than Britany Felix.

Britany has been a part of this journey as my editor and producer since the very first episode. This podcast literally wouldn't have launched without her and I'm so happy I get to celebrate this birthday with her and you, my amazing listeners!

Episode Highlights:
  1. What it really means for my business to bring you this show each and every week so you can evaluate if a podcast is right for your business.
  2. The good, bad, and the ugly behind every aspect of the podcast and step in the process of making it.
  3. The free gifts I have for you as a thank you for making these past three years so special for me.

 

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