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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Revive Your Business, Recharge Yourself by Diane Shawe




 

Exhausted, overwhelmed, and staring down the barrel of a business that feels like it’s running on fumes? You’re not alone. The post-pandemic landscape has become a graveyard for even the most resilient entrepreneurs. Customers demand more for less, good staff are rarer than unicorns, and online competition is a relentless beast gnawing at your market share. You’re juggling a thousand tasks, sacrificing sleep, sanity, and perhaps even your relationships, all while watching your bank account shrink faster than a wool sweater in a dryer.

But here’s the good news: it doesn’t have to be this way. From Burnout to Breakthrough is your roadmap to escaping the quicksand of entrepreneurial despair and reclaiming your passion, your energy, and your bottom line. This book isn’t about quick fixes or empty platitudes. It’s about real-world strategies, actionable steps, and a profound shift in mindset that will help you transform your business and, in turn, transform yourself.

Forget the hustle-and-grind mentality that got you here. We’re going to ditch the burnout blender and build a sustainable, thriving business that fuels your spirit, not drains it. We’ll explore:

• Identifying the hidden root causes of your business woes, so you can stop treating the symptoms and cure the disease.

• Rethinking your relationship with work and success, to break free from the hamster wheel and reclaim your time, energy, and well-being.

• Unleashing your inner innovator, to discover new revenue streams, attract ideal clients, and differentiate yourself from the competition.

• Building a team that inspires and empowers, so you can lighten your load and focus on what you do best.

• Developing resilience and adaptability, to weather any storm the market throws your way.

This book is your invitation to a revolution. A revolution where success isn’t measured by the size of your bank account, but by the joy you find in the journey. Where you’re not just surviving, but thriving, both personally and professionally. Where you wake up each morning with a spark in your eye and the fire of passion burning bright.

Are you ready to step off the burnout treadmill and onto the path to breakthrough? Then turn the page and let’s begin.

This is your story. This is your comeback. This is your time to rise from the ashes and create a business and a life that truly ignites your soul.

Welcome to the breakthrough.

This book is not a pep talk. It is a lifeline. A guide forged in the crucible of struggle, a map drawn with the sweat and tears of those who’ve stared into the abyss of failure and dared to climb back out, stronger, wiser, and more alive than 

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The Triage Funnel: Straightforward 3 Step Process to Sell High-Ticket Offers by Diane Shawe

 

Are you finding it difficult to effectively market high-ticket offers? Are you encountering challenges in generating fresh leads and scheduling strategy sessions for your high-ticket offers?

The success of your business selling high-ticket offers is contingent upon the number of qualified leads and sales calls you have.

I understand the frustration and disappointment that comes with being unable to sell  premium coaching, consulting, and live event offers, but if you read my latest book you will come to understand that there are several other industries that are looking for high ticket closers and appointment setters.

But that’s about to change.

If you’re interested in discovering how to attract a flood of qualified leads and ensure your calendar is filled with well-qualified calls, continue reading.

I have recently written a book that  specialise in guiding youin the world of triage selling high-ticket programs.

There are numerous approaches you can employ to create a sales funnel and sell your high-ticket offers.

However, in this article, we will focus on the Triage Funnel – a straightforward three-step process that delivers an abundance of qualified leads.

In fact, I personally utilised this method recently as well.

Advantages of the Triage Funnel include:

  • Streamlined funnel procedures with minimal moving components
  • No hassle of implementing an ascension model that requires starting with low-ticket offers and then transitioning to high-ticket ones
  • No more struggling to persuade people to make a purchase
  • Expedited phone conversations with interested prospects (within 72 hours)

Now, let’s delve into the three-step process of the Triage Funnel.

STEP 1: The right lead magnet: Crucial initial step

The initial stage of this funnel entails achieving two primary objectives through the utilisation of a lead magnet.

Firstly, it serves the purpose of generating leads. Although the objective itself may seem simple, it should be recognised as highly significant. The lead magnet effectively acquires vital contact information, namely the lead’s name and email address. Subsequently, this enables the provision of value-adding content, should it be deemed necessary.

Secondly, the lead magnet plays a crucial role in prospect qualification. It is imperative to avoid wasting precious time on unsuitable clients. Thus, the lead magnet must be meticulously crafted in a manner that only entices prospective clients who are the right fit. By addressing their specific problems within the lead magnet, they will develop a sense of being truly understood. Consequently, this approach will effectively attract individuals who are most likely to invest in your high-ticket programs.

As so wisely stated by Stephen Covey in his renowned literary work, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, one must first seek understanding and then aim to be understood.

The provided example presents a landing page featuring a lead magnet.

 

However, it should be noted that a lead magnet should not be confused with an e-book. While an e-book was previously defined as a downloadable PDF during the early 2000s, this is no longer the case.

In the image below, one can observe the presence of a lead magnet titled “Accelerate Sales Volocity by 25%” This showcases what potential clients you could attract  by using  AI bots and  a good landing page!

STEP 2: Take Advantage of offering Triage-Call on Your Thank You Page

Upon embarking on their journey into the realm of digital marketing, many individuals begin by developing their lead magnet and landing page. Upon the opt-in, they are directed to a “Thank You” page, which, as the name suggests, simply expresses gratitude without offering any additional content.

Upon closer examination, this page can be seen as an opportunity to engage the user.

As users opt-in and anxiously await their desired outcome.

Here’s a proposition:

Take advantage of the “Thank You” page by offering users an opportunity to schedule a brief triage call.

The triage call will only last 9 minutes.

The purpose of this call is to determine if you can effectively assist the prospect.

To accomplish this, incorporate relevant and captivating text onto the thank-you page, along with a video.

This video should cover the following points:

  • Firstly, inform users that their lead magnet will be delivered to their email within approximately 15 minutes. This will encourage them to stay on the page and provide them with an opportunity to schedule a Triage Call.
  • Discuss what they can expect from the lead magnet.
  • Address their issues and explain how this lead magnet will resolve them, ultimately leading them to schedule a triage call.

You may be questioning the decision to offer a 9-minute triage call instead of a 45-minute strategy call.

It is uncertain if you have encountered this scenario, but sometimes, a 45-minute strategy call can be wasted on the wrong prospect.

Time equals money, so why waste it on the wrong prospects?

Utilise a triage call to qualify prospects who are genuinely deserving of a 45-minute strategy call with you.

Implementing a triage call can boost your enrollment rate by 83%.

Consider employing interns or contractors to handle these triage calls.

Ensure that they possess the necessary expertise.

They should possess enough knowledge to determine whether you can solve the prospect’s problems or not. When executed correctly, approximately 40% of individuals will schedule a triage call.

If a strategy call were offered instead, only around 8 individuals would be able to be accommodated.

However, with a 9-minute triage call, you can connect with up to 40 prospects in a single day.

That is the true power of a triage call.

It is possible that 60% of individuals may choose to not schedule a triage call, and that is perfectly acceptable.

A prospect who is willing to schedule a triage call demonstrates enough interest to warrant a 45-minute strategy session.

What about the remaining 60%? Well, some individuals simply disregard them.

You can choose to do the same, or alternatively, you can add additional qualifiers to ensure that the prospect is the right fit and highly likely to make a purchase prior to reaching out to them.

Disable their lead generation until they catch up with you.

So if you generate 100 leads, 40 will book a 9-minute triage call; which is equal to 6 hours.

 

 

STEP 3: Follow up

Some individuals may choose not to schedule a triage-call, despite its effectiveness in identifying potential prospects. However, their lack of interest should not be immediately dismissed. There could be various reasons behind their hesitation, such as fear of the unknown or more pressing priorities. It is essential to remember that their circumstances are unknown to us.

Nevertheless, these prospects require careful nurturing. They are not easily convinced and will require additional effort on our part. Consistent communication through valuable content over several days or weeks is necessary. By doing this, we establish ourselves as experts, authoritative figures, and problem solvers. It is important however not to move into harassment mode, executives are busy people and are often juggling several balls in the air.

In some of these nurturing emails, it is advisable to include a Call to Action to prompt them to book a triage-call. When composing these emails, it is crucial to focus on addressing the prospect’s pain points and emphasis that help is readily available. We aim to convey that a different life is just one triage-call away.

On a separate note, it’s interesting to note that 73% of B2B marketers and sales leaders consider webinars as the most effective means of generating high-quality leads.

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Glam Up for Prom with Need a Hair Makeover – Book Now and Save Big with Groupon!

Why You Save Money at Need a Hair Makeover Groupon Prom Pamper Packages and Why You Need to Book Early

Need a Hair Makeover is a Dudley-based salon specializing in hair extensions and hair loss. They offer a variety of services, including hair extensions, hair loss treatments, and hair styling. They also offer a variety of prom pamper packages, which are a great way to save money on your prom hair and makeup.

One of the best reasons to book a prom pamper package at Need a Hair Makeover is because you can save a lot of money. Groupon offers a variety of deals on prom pamper packages, so you can find one that fits your budget. For example, you can get a 54% discount on the silver prom pamper package, which includes a hair wash, trim, condition, and style, as well as makeup application.

Another reason to book a prom pamper package at Need a Hair Makeover is because you can get a professional-quality makeover. The stylists at Need a Hair Makeover are experienced and talented, and they will work with you to create a look that is both stylish and flattering. They will also use high-quality products, so you can be sure that your hair and makeup will last all night long.

Finally, you need to book early if you want to get a prom pamper package at Need a Hair Makeover. Prom is a popular time of year, and the salon books up quickly. If you want to make sure that you get the look you want, it is best to book your appointment as soon as possible.

Here are some tips for booking your prom pamper package at Need a Hair Makeover:

Book early. As mentioned above, prom is a popular time of year, and the salon books up quickly. If you want to make sure that you get the look you want, it is best to book your appointment as soon as possible.

Be specific about what you want. When you book your appointment, be sure to tell the stylist what you are looking for. This will help them to create a look that is perfect for you.

Bring pictures. If you have any pictures of the hairstyle, your dress or makeup to help achieve the look that you want, be sure to bring them with you to your appointment. This will help the stylist to understand what you are looking for.

Be flexible. Things don’t always go according to plan, so be prepared to be flexible. If the stylist is running behind, be patient. And if something doesn’t look right, don’t be afraid to ask for changes. 

With a little planning, you can get a beautiful and affordable prom makeover at Need a Hair Makeover. So what are you waiting for? Book your appointment today!

 

 

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Developing a Positive Mindset

Bill Gates reveals 5 Secrets to getting Rich by Diane Shawe

Here are 5 secrets revealed by Bill Gates that will help you focus on your goals.

1. Adding value to others is the true essence of wealth.

Most people see riches as the hallmark of success. While this notion varies from one individual to another, being philanthropic is a lifelong tradition for Bill Gates.


To the billionaire, reducing global suffering and helping others rise above the slums of poverty is the greatest service anyone could offer to the world.
In his own words,


“I’ve been very lucky, and therefore I owe it to try and reduce the inequity in the world. And that’s kind of a religious belief. I mean, it’s at least a moral belief.”

Bill Gates is the co-chairman of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation which was launched in 2000. The foundation is said to be the largest transparently operated private foundation in the world which is aimed at enhancing healthcare, reduce extreme poverty and to expand educational opportunities.


As of 2013, Bill Gates had donated $28 billion to the foundation and had earlier announce to donate 95% of his wealth to charity. This is worthy of emulation.

2. Failure and mistakes are very valuable.

While most people only celebrate success and consider failure as a fatal, Bill Gates thinks otherwise. He once said,


“It’s fine to celebrate success, but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.”


Consider the founding years of Microsoft and how tough it must have been for Bill as such situations are prevalent in the business sphere. Bill Gates must have encountered pressing situations and a few bumps along the way that could have made anyone quit.
These hellacious circumstances, disappointments and lots of mistakes mixed disappointments didn’t deter Bill Gates.


As the vast majority of great achievers would, he viewed failure and mistakes as an opportunity to learn something new and improve his expertise. You should too.


It doesn’t matter how much mistakes you’ve made or the number of setbacks you’ve encountered, persistence never goes unrepaid. Learn from your mistakes and pick yourself up afresh

3. Do not be distracted by success

Though the philanthropist has achieved a lot, he’s still very much at his game. He said,


“If I’d had some set idea of a finish line don’t you think I would have crossed it years ago?”


Bill Gates is no doubt considered as one of the greatest achievers in the world. The billionaire and philanthropist have been blessed to experience prodigious success most would only deem as a phantasm.


He has headed the largest PC software company in the world and held the top spot on the list of “The World’s Billionaires” for 18 out of the past 23 years! These and many of his numerous achievements place him at the top of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.


Even with such record of success, Bill Gates doesn’t seem undeterred by his outstanding accomplishments.


After choosing to step down from the top executive seat at Microsoft, Gates is still very much in business as he is currently heading both Cascade Investment and Branded Entertainment Network.
Do not allow past success to make you lose your focus. Progress should be a continual process.

4. Time is more valuable than money.

Bill Gates understands the wisdom in properly prioritizing tasks that are more likely to yield the most productive results of time spent. Gates once said,
“No matter how much money you have, you can’t buy time.”

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With many years of experience in the entrepreneurial niche, Bill Gates has mastered the art of prioritising and maintaining focus only on commitments that matter to him the most. He might not attend a meeting he doesn’t deem important, but would rather take the time to communicate with the people closest to him.


Time spent unwisely can never be gotten back. Therefore make it your utmost goal to enjoy the time you have by spending it on tasks/people that matter most to you.

5. Start immediately!

Do you have an idea, a dream or a vision? Then you shouldn’t waste time about it. Start as early as possible.
“if you don’t build your dreams, someone else will hire you to build theirs” – Bill Gates


Gates was only 13 when he started experimenting with computers. When you start something early enough, you immediately start developing your mastery on that subject.
Don’t wait for the right time as that usually rarely comes. The right time is now! Take that leap. Learn. Fail. Fail better!


From the lessons discussed in this article, it makes no difference if you are an employee, a single mother, student or a small business owner. We can take a point or two from these lessons.


While a vast populace of the world admires Bill Gates for achievement in business, a more admirable trait should be centred on his philanthropic attribute. It matters not how much lies in the bank account, you and I can make the world a little bit more endearing by helping someone who has less than us.
In your tiny way, affect the change you desire to see in the world

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10 Tips on How to Drive traffic to your events using twitter and social media by Diane Shawe

Drive Targeted Traffic to Your events using social media

Live-tweeting events is a great way not only to gain new followers, but also to get people to your other social media links and website that is advertising your event. To do this, one of the quickest vehicles is your Twitter profile which needs to resonate with event attendees who are also tracking the event hashtag.

For starters you should Rewrite your Twitter bio to align with the event. For example, if the event is about a hair and beauty event, mention this in your bio and include the event hashtag.

Create a landing page for the event with a free download that complements the event. For example, offer a top-ten list of ways small businesses can master attracting more customers to there hair and beauty business or if you’re at a trade show, provide a code that attendees can use to collect a free prize at your exhibition stand. Put the link to the landing page in the website area of your Twitter, Instagram and facebook profile.

#Tweets that provides a link to the free download. Include the hashtag for the event and an eye-catching image so the tweet stands out to attendees.

On your website, create a Twitter wall of all tweets generated from the event. You can do this with tools like Tint, TweetWall Pro, Postano, Twitterfall, LiveTweetApp or Wall of Tweets. Embed the Twitter wall in a page on your site and include a sidebar with relevant information about what your event and how people can contact you, get a ticket, exhibit or advertise. Then tweet that link to other attendees.

1: Live-Tweeting Tips

  • Keep tweets concise.
  • Avoid splitting a thought into two tweets.
  • Remember to use @[name] when starting a tweet with a name.
  • Tweet your own content—photos, quotes and commentary.
  • Link to books or films mentioned.
  • Monitor other attendees who are tweeting. Retweet, favorite and reply to tweets and direct messages.

2: Showcase Your Services

There are a number of ways you can live-tweet about your services without spamming the event hashtag. I like to call this method the “sideways tweet.”

3: Generate Product Buzz

Use live-tweeting to generate interest for a contest or make an important announcement during an event. But make sure you’re not spamming the event hashtag.

In the tweet below, i3DCreatives announced the company was giving away a free 3D printer during an event and made sure to include the event hashtag.

Startups frequently benefit from live-tweeting at big technology events. You can build interest from people tweeting about your products and services throughout the event.

4: Capture the Attention of Journalists

Before the event, find out if any journalists or bloggers will be attending. Often, you can get a list of these people from the event organiser. Request this list a few days before the event.

Make sure you note their Twitter handles before the event and keep an eye on their tweets. Create a private Twitter list so you can track their tweets more easily. Be sure to retweet them when it’s relevant

If you’re launching a product or announcing important news at the event, let journalists know that you’re available for follow-up questions during and after the event. Create a digital press kit with high-quality photos and your press release and provide a link to your announcement page.

5: Connect With Influencers

One way to create relationships with influencers is to live-tweet their speeches. Make sure you’ve noted the correct Twitter handle for the speaker and then start tweeting important nuggets from the presentation. This provides valuable information not only for people at the event, but also for interested people who weren’t able to attend. Remember you can share to Twitter from I#nstagram, #snapchat, Google, #Pinterest #Facebook and LinkedIn

Your tweets also make speakers aware of you and your brand, and they may retweet them to their audience. This helps create a connection between you and the speakers.

You can even take it a step further and interview speakers to generate rich content for your followers and establish rapport with influencers. Forming meaningful connections with influencers can be a game-changing move for your event.

If you develop rapport with speakers for your event or exhibitors for your event, ask if you can interview them. In the video above.

To make a lasting impression, think about why you’re connecting with an influencer and what interests that person. If you’ve interviewed him or her on camera or recorded the audio, share the end product after the event. This then gives that person the opportunity to share it with others.

6: Establish a Reputation as an Expert

Depending on the event, you may be able to get transcripts of presentations ahead of time, as they’re sometimes included in press kits. If you maintain a blog that is relevant to the event, you may be able to get access to the press kit.

7: Create a e-press – influencer Press kit

The information in this kit can help you plan tweets that complement the presentation, such as relevant quotes, links to books, videos, movies or even images that you’ve branded with your company logo. Preparing tweets ahead of time helps you build your reputation with both attendees and non-attendees using the event hashtag. Try http://www.peopleperhour.com if your out of time and need laser support at affordable rate. Tip skroll down because the rates become more competitive.

8: Create Compelling branded Images

Because visually compelling images can go viral at events, creating branded visual content in advance can capture more attention for your brand. Also create blank-quote Twitter templates with your logo to capture important points from speakers.

Remember that graphics need to meet Twitter’s frame guidelines, so you’ll need more than one person to execute them quickly and effectively at an event. Try Canva you can download it to your phone.

9: How to Create a Brand Presence When You’re Not at the Event

You don’t have to physically attend an event to make an impact. If you’re unable to attend, you can still actively participate by reacting and responding to live-tweets from the event. Retweet, favorite tweets, ask relevant questions and create your own content, such as graphics of interesting quotes from the event.

If you’re lucky, most events are live-streamed over the Internet in real time, so you can follow the presentations as if you were in the room. This is a great option if don’t have the budget or time to travel to the event.

10: Create a Google alert to track whether any articles are written about your company. If you find one, live-tweet a link to the article with the event hashtag. Don’t forget to also share the article on other social networks to get the most mileage from the coverage.

Conclusion

Live-tweeting is only one of the main vehicle for streamlining information about an events. So if you create, manage or go to events go prepared with a tweeting strategy, you’ll likely increase your visibility with your target audience and also make valuable business connections.

What do you think? Have you live-tweeted any events? If so, how did that benefit your business? Please share your experiences live-tweeting in the comments below. I’d love to hear your tips, too!

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