In this episode, I talk about the little mantra that has gotten me through some of the toughest times, from pounding the pavement as a real estate broker to conquering stage fright to starting No BS Agencies.

Cold, hard truth: Building a business is really hard and anyone who tells you differently is lying. No matter how much you love what you do or how experienced you are, there’s always more to learn, more to figure out, and new fires to put out. Let’s talk about the first and foundational mindset shift I want you to make. If it’s going to be hard no matter what, you might as well build the business you actually want.

 I take you behind the scenes of one of the most anticipated events in the No BS world — our annual in-person retreat in Brooklyn, NY. If you’ve ever wondered what makes the No BS retreat feel like a business homecoming or you're craving a clearer path to a freedom-filled, profitable business, this one’s for you.

A few weeks ago, I did something that I never thought I would ever do in a million years. It was so out there that I can’t believe that it has come and gone and I did it. Here’s why I did it and why I’m so glad I did, not only for myself, but for my business and for all of you.

AI is changing everything. And yes, it’s already coming for your creative agency. But not everyone is at risk. Let’s talk about what you need to do in order to protect yourself from AI and any other future tech disruptions so that you'll always have a business in demand for clients. 

Selena Soo is a 7-figure business mentor, who helps experts and authors reach millions with their message. In this episode, we talk about the insights from her new book Rich Relationships: Create a Million-Dollar Network for Your Business.

When the economy is in turmoil, a lot of business owners get really scared. This is understandable! Here’s why pulling back and shrinking down your business is not the answer.

This episode is a loving kick in the pants for every creative, coach, or small biz owner who's stuck in "busy" but not making real moves. Gary’s blend of heart, humor, and no-BS wisdom will leave you thinking way differently about your business and yourself.

Many of us hold on to the idea that we need to make the money first before we can invest in ourselves. In this episode, I dive deep into why this is a major contradiction.

Obsessing over your niche too early in your business can hold you back instead of helping you. If you think you have to be absolutely clear on your niche or your audience before you can put your name out there, you might be making a huge mistake that will set you back.

If you’re waiting until your website or your branding is perfect before you make any other investment in your business, you are waiting too long.

KyAlea Monma came into No BS Agencies Mastery firing on all cylinders  and she has had incredible results with the actions she’s taken. She’s been a consistent example of how it is to show up for yourself, your business, and our community. It’s been truly inspiring to witness her journey and I’m excited for you to hear her story.

Perfectionism can be an incredible asset. But perfectionists can also get stuck repeating the “right” way of doing something, even when it’s inefficient or overly complicated. In this episode, I break down how you can simplify your business and free up space in your life.

After our business collapsed in 2014, we managed to hit $500K in revenue. But we never again chased that milestone. In this episode, I explain why we changed our goals.

Jason Knight shares his story and how he's used the No BS model to completely transform how he runs his business so that he can live a life of freedom and ease with his family.

Amira Alvarez is an absolute powerhouse who has achieved a remarkable five-fold income increase in a single year and has built a multi-million dollar company. But what really makes her special is that she found harmony between ambitiousness, spaciousness, and contentment in her work and life.

Picking a specific audience to speak to is a fast track to being seen as an expert.  Speaking to a specific audience will help you quickly build authority in that space and stand out from the crowd. Trouble is, most people do it wrong.

 When you sell anything creative, a client is hiring you to create something custom and new for them, that  they’re going to love and that will help them get closer to their goals. That requires a leap of faith. It's no wonder that prospects are scared about taking a leap of faith and spending large sums of money on hiring us. So how do they end up trusting us enough to buy?

Wouldn't you love to be seen as an authority figure, a respected expert professional who always has a list of prospects ready to pay the prices that you charge? Here’s one strategy you can implement right now to start building your authority and ability to command the prices you want.

Sarah Noel Block — one of our thriving students inside No BS Mastery — shares one strategy that anyone could use to support their business: Online Events. Sarah is a master at using online events to bring people into her world, make connections, and generate quality leads. And she tells us how she does it.