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Breakthroughs & Bubbles29. Flipping Common Financial Advice on Its Head with Amy van MeijlIn this episode, I’m joined by Amy van Meijl, a 1:1 Money Coach, teacher of financial empowerment, and host of the Manifesting Millions podcast (where you can catch part TWO of this episode where Amy interviews ME!). Amy shares her inspiring story of breaking free from years of feeling lost, overwhelmed, and frustrated by money—and how she decided to rewrite the rules to create massive financial wins in her favor.We explore the differences in how men and women approach and work with money, why traditional financial advice might not be serving you...2025-01-0857 min
THE EMPOWERED WOMAN, Storytelling, Speaking, Brand Awareness, Business Growth, Marketing, SalesFinancial Empowerment for Women! How to Overcome Money Struggles and Build Wealth with Amy van MeijlEmpowerment comes in many forms, but one of the most significant ways we can empower ourselves is by taking control of our financial lives. For many women, this can feel intimidating. Society has long shaped the way we view money, and unfortunately, women have often been taught to feel unworthy or even guilty when it comes to financial success. But here’s the truth: understanding and managing money is for everyone, and it’s simpler than we think. In this episode, I’m thrilled to chat with Amy van Meijl, a money man...2024-09-2731 min
Manifesting Millions#132 - Breaking the 'Rookie' Mindset: How to Stop Downplaying Your Expertise and Start Owning Your PowerEver struggled to believe that you're ready, worthy or qualified to lean into your specific business, dream or work you've been called to do? If so, today's episode is for you.I share a powerful lesson I received around just this, and how it's been keeping me stuck and preventing me from being seen, becoming successful and fully owning my professional power.This episode isn't about imposter syndrome, this episode is breaking wide open a belief of what is required in order for us to "be allowed" to create the life of our dreams.R...2024-09-2544 minManifesting Millions#131 - 3 Steps To Take If You're Struggling In The VoidWhat three things would I tell myself the next time I'm going through a dark period?If you're struggling in a dark place, a void, a gap, a depressed state, this episode is for you. And if you're not, this episode can equip you with the tools and insight to help you navigate the dark next time you experience it.Press play for a heart-centred episode designed to help you navigate the dark times of life and shorten the time you spend struggling. TRIGGER WARNING:This episode touches on depression & suicide in general te...2024-09-1858 minManifesting Millions#104 - Claiming Your Power With Money + Building Fempires Pre-SaleIt's time for us to truly claim our power and become the financial powerhouses we're meant to be.In today's episode, I share my long-time calling to teach about money, how a childhood experience really blocked my ability to stand fully in my own power and what I'm doing about it.I also am sharing the pre-sale of my powerful new program, Building Fempires. If you're ready to massively level up your financial life, build foundational knowledge of money and financial tools and embody your true power in your money world, this program is for you.2024-01-2420 minManifesting Millions#101 - How To Let Go Of ControlToday is a juicy episode. If you've ever struggled with the concept of 'letting go of the how' or 'letting go of control' when it comes to your manifestations, then this one is for you.I read an amazing Instagram post from my coach, @olga_soulful_transformation (see the post here). As I was reading, suddenly I felt my whole brain light up with a MASSIVE insight that unlocked such a powerful realization about how to let go of control.Today I share:Just what that insight was (of course)I...2023-11-2339 minManifesting Millions#100 - Life Catch Up - And It's A BIG ONE!100 PODCAST EPISODES! WOW!!Also, did not realize this until way later in the episode so! Today's episode is a big, juicy catch up. I share all about:Our wedding - all the deets baby!The MASSIVE changes taking place the last two months including leaving my jobInsights I've been receiving along the wayBooks I've been readingThe fact that I'm starting up my YouTube channel again - yep, now you can actually SEE all the faces I make as I recordPlus some teasers of courses I have in the creation chamber that are going to be oh-so-amazing...2023-11-231h 07Manifesting Millions#98 - Divinity, Humanity & Wedding Planning - It's All The Things!In this final episode of “The Right Questions” series, Amy discusses the question, “Are we choosing from our divinity or from our humanity?” Amy also shares her thoughts and experiences in the lead-up to her wedding and her perspective on birthdays.Amy talks about her recent identity shift, hiring a new coach, and the belief that everything happens for a reason. She reflects on the question of whether we choose from our divinity or our humanity, exploring the difference between making decisions based on fear and scarcity versus tapping into our higher self and intuition.She discusse...2023-09-1128 minManifesting Millions#95 - Why I'm Choosing To Hang Onto Some Leveraged Money (aka: Debt) For A Little LongerWelcome back to the Manifesting Millions podcast with your host, Amy van Meijl. In this episode, Amy discusses the power of choices and their impact on empowerment. She reflects on her own financial journey and recent achievements. Amy explores the concept of empowering choices and how they contribute to transitions and growth in life. She emphasizes the importance of normalizing new stages and allowing oneself to adjust to changes.Amy shares her personal experiences with money, highlighting that every aspect of life involves making choices that either empower or disempower. She acknowledges that empowering choices might not always...2023-08-2128 minManifesting Millions#94 - Instead Of Arguing For Your Limitations (and winning), Shift Your Mindset With One QuestionIn this episode of the Manifesting Millions Podcast, host Amy van Meijl reflects on the choice we often face in challenging situations: will we use them as catalysts to grow and evolve, or will we allow them to become tools for self-criticism and negativity?Continuing her series based on the book "The Right Questions," Amy engages with today's question: "Will I use this situation as a catalyst to grow and evolve, or will I use it to beat myself up?" She breaks down this question into two halves, exploring the idea of choosing to view difficult...2023-08-1417 minManifesting Millions#93 - If It's Not Lighting You Up, It's Probably Draining You - How You Can Stop Feeling So Exhausted With One Simple QuestionIn this episode of the *Manifesting Millions Podcast*, host Amy van Meijl delves into the important question: "Will this choice add to my life force or will it rob me of my energy?" She draws inspiration from the concept of Human Design, a holistic system that combines various elements such as astrology, physics, and more, to provide insights into individual behaviors and characteristics. Human Design categorizes people into five types: Manifesters, Manifesting Generators, Generators, Projectors, and Reflectors.Amy, a Generator type in Human Design, discusses how generators are like literal generators that create energy. However, she emphasizes that...2023-08-1113 minManifesting Millions#88 - Rest and Recovery: Understanding Exhaustion and the Body's Response to SafetyToday's episode explores the concept of rest and exhaustion once we feel safe.Amy reflects on a recent Instagram post that sparked her interest in this topic.Talking points include:- The body's exhaustion when it feels safe is discussed, indicating prolonged periods of high cortisol and adrenaline levels.- Taking time to recover and adapt to the feeling of safety is essential for the body.- A personal experience of going on vacation and falling sick due to accumulated stress and busyness beforehand.- The impact of stress on the body and...2023-06-2130 minManifesting Millions#87 - Shaking Out Of The FunkWelcome back to the Manifesting Millions podcast with your host, Amy van Meijl. Amy shares her recent experiences, feeling in a funk and searching for something different. Despite being in a strange and challenging time, she continues to focus on creating joy and sharing knowledge. Addressing imposter syndrome and the struggle of teaching about joy while feeling in a funk. Main Points: Recognizing and Addressing Burnout: Amy reflects on the last few months and her low energy levels and lack of motivation. Experiencing physical symptoms like nausea, headaches, and pressure around the heart.2023-05-1532 minManifesting Millions#86: Three Things You’re Doing That Are Stopping Joy In Your LifeIn this episode, host Amy van Meijl discusses the importance of joy in life and how to cultivate it. She talks about her personal journey to create joy in her life, the challenges she faced, and how she overcame them. She also discusses the common habits that prevent people from experiencing joy and happiness, including vulnerability avoidance and focusing on hard work and struggle. Episode Highlights: - Introduction of the podcast and the topic of the episode. - The importance of joy in life and its absence in conversations about big issues. - The...2023-05-0826 minManifesting Millions#85 - MEDITATION for JoyWelcome to the first MEDITATION track on the Manifesting Millions podcast. DO NOT LISTEN TO WHILE DRIVING / OPERATING HEAVY EQUIPMENT.If you're ready to tune into joy and create more joy in your life, tune in to this episode. Be sure to be in a quiet place where you will not be disturbed for about 20 mins.Love this episode? Let us know! Share your feedback in a review on your favorite podcast-listening platform and feel free to DM me @idaretobegin on Instagram.2023-01-2321 minManifesting Millions#84 - Life Updates & Manifesting MillionsWelcome to 2023! Today I'm sharing some big life updates, a few changes to the podcast and my intentions for creating for 2023. We also get into joy, and I share a little sneak peak of something I'm creating to help you create more joy in your life in 2023 and beyond!If you like this episode, please leave a review on your fav podcast-listening platform. If you'd like to be a guest on a future episode, please reach out via Instagram to @idaretobegin and let me know what you'd like to talk about and the value you'd like to share...2023-01-1623 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 83 - The Power of RESTFeeling under the weather? Tired? Generally just over life / your job / your kids / you’re relationships? Let’s talk about rest, why it can seem hard and why it’s so important and powerful for you to lean into. Let me know if you like the episode! Find me on Instagram @idaretobegin.2022-10-1418 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 82 - Three Common Money Questions AnsweredLet’s tackle a few common questions when it comes to improving your financial reality. If you’ve ever thought, ‘where do I start?’ this is a great episode for you. **Please note: The views, ideas and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the owner and are not a replacement for professional financial advice.**If you like this episode, please leave a review and share it on your network. To send in questions for future FAQ episodes, please send them to @idaretobegin on Instagram or TikTok.2022-08-2334 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 81 - Let’s Talk About MoneyCome on a slightly twisty journey as I share what I realized about money and how I feel about spending it. It’s about embodying your desired state, but what really IS the desired state and how do we get there?The podcast I mentioned is called Manifestation Babe, episode 244.2022-08-1621 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 80 - Everything is a YesEverything is a yes, every thought you think, desire you have. I unpack what this means and looks like so you can understand the energy you’re sending out. This applies to all your desires: manifesting more money, a job, a romantic relationship, any human relationship, etc. If you like this episode and/or got some value out of it, please leave a review 🌟2022-07-0525 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 79 - When did you last marvel at your life?This week I’m in major reflection mode, thinking about where I’ve come from and what my life looks like now. I’ll share a few reflections and also, how I learned to create space for these manifestations. If you like the episode, please share it out! I’d love for you to leave a review on your fav podcast-listening platform. DM me on Instagram @idaretobegin for more information on working with me.2022-06-1131 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 78 - Bravely Loving Who I AmOriginally I thought I’d title this ‘Showering Naked in Public’. This episode is a glimpse into my journey of radical self-love, how that has manifested healing in my life and a brief discussion on a section of the book, The Mountain Is You. If you’re ready to embody the true version of who you are and you’ve struggled along the way (which is a virtual guarantee!), be sure to listen to this episode. If you liked this episode, learned something from it, please share it out. Take a screenshot and post to Instagram and be sur...2022-01-2835 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 77 - You’re More Powerful Than You KnowSharing an experience from my drive to the mountains and how well it correlates to our journey in life in pursuit of our dreams. You’re more powerful than you know. If you like this episode, please share it out and be sure to tag me (on IG) @idaretobegin. Also, if you like this episode, please leave a review! Let’s help bring this out to even more souls.2022-01-0723 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 76 - Shame: “I am bad with money”Let’s talk about shame for a moment. I’m sharing today a very recent experience around shame with money. December is a great time to reflect and to also bring up the deepest fears/feels/failings we may have in our finances so rather than hide from it, let’s be brave and look them in the eye. If you find this episode helpful/insightful, please share it out. Be sure to tag me on IG @idaretobegin - include a screenshot and your fav insight if you like!2021-12-1425 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 75 - If I Had A Magic Wand…If I had the power to make something happen instantaneously, what would that look like? In today’s episode, I dive into a topic dear to my heart, specifically: how we speak our reality into existence. I share a few examples where I’ve observed people in my life speak realities into existence that still blow my mind. I also share how you can use this incredible power in your own life. If you enjoyed today’s episode, please like/share/follow and leave a review. If you’re on the ‘gram, take a screenshot of this episode and be sur...2021-10-2827 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 74 - Beware the Squishers & StealersEver find that when you bring an idea to someone they kinda take the wind out of your sails? You were all excited and just wanted a small bit of advice and instead they rained all over your parade? Join me in another ‘fresh off the trails’ episode where I share a recent experience of growth and how I actively chose who I needed to talk through it with. If you like this episode, please share it out! Leave a review or take a screenshot and post it to Instagram. Be sure to tag me @idaretobegin as well.2021-10-2122 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 73 - Revelations from the TrailsProgrammed for safety. We are programmed for safety. But how is this programming affecting our ability to manifest the reality we desire? Today I’m sharing a revelation from the trail of my run, and sharing tangible examples of how programming for safety has held me back. If you like this episode, please share! Take a screenshot of the episode and post it to Instagram and tag me @idaretobegin. You can also follow me @themountaingirlshop for all things mountainy, new product releases, etc related to mountaingirlboutique.com2021-09-2522 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 72 - A Powerful Question To Ask OurselvesI’ve heard it said that the quality of our life depends on the quality of the questions we ask. Today I’m sharing a powerful AF question that has helped me bring awareness to and heal deep parts of my life and in some ways, hold myself accountable when I need it. I’m also sharing some exciting news that I promised to share in the previous episode so be sure to listen in full!!I’d love for you to take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram and when you do, be s...2021-09-1820 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 71 - White Straight Men & Hard ConversationsToday I’m thinking deeply on how we lean into big conversations, topics that include politics and religion and more and how we talk about them with our partners and friends and colleagues. What is my partner hearing, for example, when I express frustration at the ‘rich white straight men’ and their negative influence on the world? How can I choose words that don’t send the message: ‘you’re a straight white man therefore you are also bad by default’? Today is a big, deep topic and I ask your kindness and openness as we wade into the waters. An...2021-08-1436 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 70 - Practicing the Small Things & Owning Your WinsToday I’m talking about how we practice the small things that help us do the big things. I’ll share how I have been practicing embodying the Millionaire Me, where I stumbled and how I’ve tried different approaches. I also touch on owning our wins, and how important that is especially if you lead a team. I’d love for you to join me! Please share your small things or own your wins with me in the DMs on Instagram. Find me @idaretobegin.2021-08-0425 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 69 - Revelations from the TrailsSharing a recent revelation around the concept of surrender in a very tangible experience in my life. I also mentioned a video from Abraham Hicks which I was going to share here but it seems to have become unavailable 🙁.2021-07-0415 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 68 - Experiment Update, Human Design Decisions & MB AmyFind out how the first two weeks of my one year experiment have been going, how I’m teaching and practicing my Human Design and who the heck MB Amy is and what she’s all about.2021-07-0223 minManifesting MillionsEpisode 67 - My 1 Year ExperimentWhere I’ve been, what I’ve been doing and the one year experiment I’m embarking on.2021-06-1824 minManifesting Millions#66: Immersing Yourself In DevelopmentWe have so many invitations to take in negative information. Today I'm talking about how we can own our development, increase our learning and sharing a few of my favourite books and shows that both increase my knowledge and help me raise my reality.2020-05-1930 minManifesting Millions#65: BONUS REPLAY: The True Story Behind Starting A New BusinessWe're shaking things up a bit here today on the podcast. This week I'm bringing you a throwback episode from mid-2019 where I share the truth behind starting a business.Our world is calling up changemakers like you and I want to celebrate you, encourage you, and support you as you make brave steps forward, and dare to dream bigger than your current circumstance.In today's episode I'm sharing more deeply the numbers in my design biz as well as pulling the curtain back and sharing some of the 'behind-the-scenes' stuff.Just a few...2020-05-121h 05Manifesting Millions#64: The Process of TransformationThere is a big shift happening in the energy fields right now. In a few days there is a fresh full moon arising with some deep invitations in the days leading up to it (to learn more, I encourage you to follow @atmosphericimpressions on the 'gram).During this invitation period, I've been definitely feeling things come up. More to the point, I began to realize this moment of transformation I'm in.When we're in transformation, it can feel a lot like being stuck. It can feel frustrating, annoying, irritating, like nothing is moving forward and we...2020-05-0530 minManifesting Millions#63: Grow Smart From The StartWhen starting a business it's tempting to do many things you said you wouldn't before you began - give away work for free, discount your rates, change your work flow. It's all in the name of 'growing my business' that we make these decisions.Today I'm sharing why this is a bad idea and how to both grow your business and build one that you want to have in a year or three (as opposed to one you wish you had never started).2020-04-2837 minManifesting Millions#62: LIVE Q&A: Strategy: Trim the FatWe're rounding out 4 weeks of live strategy posts with a look at three things:> Trimming the fat> Valuing all resources> Operating out of faith, not fearWhen pivoting your business you may need to make some changes both to your service offering and to costs and activities of your business. It's incredibly important to make smart decisions at this time, not fear-based decisions that may end up hurting your business in the long run.Today we address this head on. I share some of the costs I've let go and how I'm...2020-04-2128 minManifesting Millions#61: LIVE Q&A: Strategy: How to Deal and RISEWeek 3 in our LIVE Q&A I'm talking about how to deal with what's going on (and your emotions) and move into a place of rising, versus survival.This week's episode is admittedly less 'business strategy' and more personal growth related and is a highly important topic we need to bring awareness to.If you've been struggling to keep going these last few weeks, if you're feeling down, depressed, sad, angry, frustrated, worried, anxious - any of it! - then definitely tune in to this episode. I share what you need to start doing to help...2020-04-1437 minManifesting Millions#60: LIVE Q&A: Strategy: Moving Your Offline Business ONLINEThis week I'm talking about how you can move your offline biz into the online world. Now is the perfect time to do so! I share a few possible platforms you can use, including the ones I currently use (and why), plus talk about some options of shifting your business to fit an online audience, and what you can do if selling anything is absolutely off the table right now. To learn more about how we can work together to strategize your business in these exciting times, check out the Strategy Accelerator programs at daretobegin.net...2020-04-0735 minManifesting Millions#59: LIVE Q&A: Strategy: PIVOT Your Service-Based BusinessThe world is changing quickly and as a business owner, you need to adapt and shift with it. This is the first of the free Facebook Live videos I'll be hosting every Thursday for the next few weeks (maybe longer) where we are talking about how to pivot your service-based business. I provide real examples from my own business as well as from others as well. If you have a question about how to adjust/shift/pivot your business to stay relevant and serviceable in this new global environment, please email me at amy@daretobegin.net. Tell me...2020-03-3134 minManifesting Millions#58: What's Showing Up For You Right Now?We are in challenging times and everyone on the planet - for the first time in history - everyone on the planet is feeling similar emotions. We are all, all 8 billion of us, faced with a situation that is bringing up all kinds of emotions and patterns for us. || On the podcast today I'm sharing a bit of what I've realized I've been doing trusting that as I speak honestly about it and bring clarity and healing to what I've been moving through, it will also bring clarity and healing for you. || I believe we are in an incredible moment...2020-03-2428 minManifesting Millions#57: Deeper Levels of ResponsibilityHow good are you at taking full responsibility for all aspects of your life? No matter what is existing in your life, or what you're calling in, are you fully taking responsibility for it all? || I was recently confronted with a new level of responsibility during my latest session with my coach. It was .... revealing. || Today I'm talking about two levels of responsibility and how we can recognize them.2020-03-1728 minManifesting Millions#56: Child's Play & Adult StoriesOf all the jobs I have, one of my most favourite is that of being an aunt. To a few very special humans, I am 'Tante Amy' - and I love it! Being an aunt has been such a fun adventure! I get to watch little ones grow and learn and practice navigating the world - without the stretch marks, sleepless nights and overtaken schedule. || When I get to hang out with the pumpkins, I love observing them move through the world. Recently, I had the opportunity to go watch my niece in her gymnastics class. As her group moved...2020-03-1027 minManifesting Millions#55: 20 MinutesI recently revamped my morning schedule (routine?). I knew as I was figuring out how to work in what I wanted to do in the morning that I needed to make sure it was both a sustainable plan (meaning I could do this somewhat indefinitely - ie. not burnout) and that it was effective. || I also knew that I wanted to be in my office by 9am. How to do everything I was thinking of and do it pre-9am? || Today I'm talking about the power of 20 minutes. I'll share how I worked in the two main things I wanted...2020-03-0330 minManifesting Millions#54: Leaning in to DiscomfortLet's be honest - nobody really wants to lean into discomfort. It's ludicrous. Millions of years of biological programming tells us its life threatening to lean into discomfort. So why do it? || I'm sure you've seen the quote, 'Everything you want is on the other side of fear'. How do you move through fear to get these fabled things? By leaning into discomfort. || You can create phenomenal change and upleveling in your life if you're willing to lean in. So on today's podcast, I'm sharing how I'm leaning into discomfort and of course, giving you some insights on why it's...2020-02-2532 minManifesting Millions#53: Video Games, Sexy Toy Shops & Millionaire CEO's - My Interview with Katie BrownerYou are in for a treat today my friend! I'm thrilled to share this interview with you. I sat down with my friend and colleague Katie Browner and there are very few topics we did not cover! || We talk about Katie's own entrepreneurship journey, about her recent successes with her brand new shop, Discount Dungeon, and we also talk about CEO's holding a vision, supporting other entrepreneurs no matter their industry, how to connect with people over Twitter (in a real, not slimy salesperson kinda way) and the very real option to have a full time (or part time) job...2020-02-1854 minManifesting Millions#52: A Sharp Pen. A Thin Skin. An Open Heart.Straight up: what are your feelings about Taylor Swift? I find she's quite the polarizing person - some people are raving fans, others are dead set against her. However you feel about her, on today's episode, it's almost an all-Taylor-all-the-time situation because I'm sharing my thoughts and insights of her documentary: Miss Americana. || Even if thinking of Ms. Swift has you frothing at the mouth with anger, I challenge/encourage you to listen to today's episode. Because the documentary is a brilliant visual of a person in transformation. || Come hang with me a while, let's find some deep learning in...2020-02-1158 minManifesting Millions#51: Do You Feel Brave?Over the past few weeks a number of people have said to me, 'Amy, you're so brave. I really admire you for what you're doing.' However, I don't feel like I'm being particularly brave. || While it's wonderful to receive that message, I wanted to talk about the idea of being brave and ask you, Do you feel brave? || On today's podcast I'm sharing that as well as dropping the news I've been hinting at the last few episodes! Tune in to hear the news and, if you aren't subscribed yet, subscribe to the podcast to get a coupon code...2020-02-0438 minManifesting Millions#50: Friction - The Good, The Tough, The LessonIf you've experienced friction in your life, you probably have a less than positive view of it. Anytime you've felt like something is incredibly hard, is not working, does not come naturally to you, argued with someone, had your feelings hurt, you've experienced friction. || I've been thinking a lot about friction lately and it's effect on my life. I've also started to look for positive friction in my life - where is it showing up and serving me or creating an even enjoyable time? || We're going to talk about skiing today to give you a concrete example of positive friction...2020-01-2848 minManifesting Millions#49: It's Time to Level Up - And Ask High Value QuestionsI know you've heard this before: the quality of your life is determined by the quality of the questions you ask. Maybe that makes sense to you, maybe it doesn't. // Today we're talking about the questions you're asking yourself and looking at whether they're high quality questions or low quality questions. If you're thinking, "I'll skip this one, I've heard this before", friend, get yer hiney in here because then you definitely need to hear this episode. // 2020 is a year of massive levelling up. I believe the world is in a state of friction that occurs right before a massive...2020-01-211h 00Manifesting Millions#48: Kicking Off 2020!Happy 2020, new year, new decade, to you! I've missed you and have been loving the break I've had over the last few weeks. >> Today's episode I'm sharing some of what I've been focusing on these past few weeks, including the podcast I've been soaking up, the course I am just finishing and a new experiment I will be trying this year. >> I'm also sharing how I'm preparing to level up this year, and the questions I've been asking around who I want to be. May it inspire you as you continue to grow and level up your life as well!2020-01-1657 minManifesting Millions#47: Getting Ready for 2020!Only two weeks until we're ringing in the new year! In today's podcast I'm sharing some of the things I'm excited about for 2020!There are relationships I want to heal, manifestations I am working on and goals I'd like to see realized.I'm also talking about manifestation in your life and the importance of taking responsibility and ownership of all the things we have manifested into our lives.I encourage you to follow Kathrin Zenkina, aka Manifestation Babe, on Instagram for more manifestation insight and inspiration to wholly support you as you enter 2020.2019-12-1728 minManifesting Millions#46: Putting the 3 Week Wrap on 2019It is officially 3 weeks - 21 days - until we change our calendars over, raise a glass to celebrate the year to come and get ready for all our New Years resolutions.Before we go skidding into the holiday season though, let's take a moment to look back on 2019 - the good, the bad, the uneventful.Reflection is important in all seasons but as we don't often give ourselves the time throughout the year, the end of the year is a beautiful reminder to look back.Today I'm sharing some of my insights as I...2019-12-1024 minManifesting Millions#45: Managing Expectations of YourselfIn business, one of your main responsibilities is managing the expectations of your clients. Doing so well means that for the most part, you business runs smoothly, your clients are relatively happy and you don't feel stressed all the time.Today let's talk about how well you are managing the expectations ... of yourself.I came head to head with unrealistic expectations I had for myself a few weeks ago. Whenever we try something new or move into a new role, we always go at it with some kind of expectation of ourselves.When I...2019-12-0350 minManifesting Millions#44: A Brief Encounter with an Air Traffic ControllerOne of the careers I briefly flirted with was that of an Air Traffic Controller. I've always been fascinated by airplanes, airports are one of my favourite places and I thought to be part of that as a controller would be really cool.So imagine my excitement when a ride up the ski hill on the chair lift had me sitting with a recently retired air traffic controller!Our conversation was much too short for my liking but I did have the opportunity to ask a few quick questions. And the answer to one of my...2019-11-2627 minManifesting Millions#43: A Brief Chat on Facebook MarketingSo you've been working on your biz for a while now, you're about ready to go live and you want to do some Facebook marketing to help bring clients in the door ASAP. Fantastic! Now let me ask you:Have you defined a tight target audience (your perfect client)?Have you set an affordable and sustainable ad budget?Have you observed ad sets from highly successful businesses like yours and have a solid ad set of your own?Have you set up your Facebook page, ads manager & business manager?Feeling overwhelmed right now? Good...2019-11-1930 minManifesting Millions#42: Keep It Simple - Thighmaster Thoughts...Podcast inspiration can strike anywhere. This week, it came while I was on the rowing machine, for some reason thinking about the thighmaster (remember that thing?).I realized that I was well on my way to creating a much more complicated exercise plan in my mind - one that would surely set me up for failure. And with blazing clarity, I could see this was a pattern I was well-used to repeating. Start simple, layer on, create complication, fail because I've overcommitted. // So on today's episode, I'm talking about how I'm practicing simplicity in my life and how...2019-11-1226 minManifesting Millions#41: How I Released My Gym Membership - And Received a Home Gym For $35What does my gym membership have anything to do with starting a biz? And how the heck did I 'receive' a home gym for $35?If you've been following the podcast for a while you know I've been on a journey this year to heal/improve/build a healthier relationship with money. One part of that has been releasing costs that were 'unnecessary'.Some costs were easy - monthly subscriptions for things like Canva for example - but others, like my gym membership, took me some time to come around on.Today I share a...2019-11-0539 minManifesting Millions#40: I Am vs I Feel - A Powerful DistinctionHow often do you say something like this: 'I am sad.' 'I am disappointed.' 'I am frustrated.' Seems like a simple statement of how you feel at that moment right? What if, by stating your feelings like that, you're creating more of that feeling? What if by saying, 'I am frustrated', you're calling more frustration into your life? Rather than call more crap into your life, let's talk about how you can honestly express your feelings (not just the happy-happy-rainbows-are-coming-out-of-my-butt crap) and still create positive momentum. // If you haven't...2019-10-2920 minManifesting Millions#39: Understanding the Value of Your RatesIt's so tempting when you start your new endeavour to charge less than the average of your industry. After all, you can attract so many fabulous clients because you're charging less, right?!Let's talk about that in today's episode. The answer may surprise you (it may not) but it's something nearly every single new entrepreneur or aspiring entrepreneur believes - and it's not serving them. Help get the word out - share this episode with a friend, take a screenshot and share it on your IG stories (be sure to tag me @idaretobegin) or leave a...2019-10-2221 min
The How of Business - How to start, run, grow and exit a small business.Launching a Service Business with Amy van MeijlHow Amy van Meijl launched and grew her Interior Design Business. She shares her entrepreneur story, overcoming significant challenges, and advice on growing a services business. Amy van Meijl is an entrepreneur and the founder of Dutch Touch Interiors, a successful interior design business. She is also a podcaster and her show is called Dare to Begin Small & Mighty. Henry Lopez is a serial entrepreneur, small business coach, and the host of this episode of The How of Business show – dedicated to helping you start, run and grow your small business. (TheHowOfBusiness.com)2019-10-2147 minManifesting Millions#38: Your First Year of Business Pt. 3: Business SystemsLet’s wrap up this 3 part series Your First Year of Business with a look at systems!Honestly, when I first started my biz all those years ago, thinking or talking about systems both bored and terrified me. Now I realize that they’re nothing scary, and in fact they’re simply a set of steps repeated. More to the point, in this episode we discuss 3 KEY SYSTEMS every new business needs ASAP. The best part is, you probably are already doing a lot of the steps, so let’s just tighten it up and create a replic...2019-10-1533 minManifesting Millions#37: Your First Year of Business Pt. 2: Booking Your First ClientsOne of the most difficult hurdles every new business owner must overcome is booking clients. Specifically, getting the first few on board when you have very little to draw on.So how DO you get those first few clients to trust you enough to become your first few clients?That's what we're covering in part 2 of the Your First Year of Business series. I'll share a few pertinent actions you need to do prior to booking your first clients as well as a few options for where to land those first clients even as you are...2019-10-0844 minManifesting Millions#36: Your First Year of Business Pt. 1: Building RelationshipsToday's episode is inspired by the first episode I've ever seen of... The Dragon's Den. Between you and me, I was watching it because I had no idea what to eat for lunch (don't ask me why I'd watch that - I don't know lol) but as it often does, when I'm doing some random thing, inspiration strikes.Unless you're in 'sales', I think people often forget or undervalue the power of relationships, especially in business. Relationships are the cornerstone of your business. So it's important to know how to build good ones!In this first...2019-10-0142 minManifesting Millions#35: The Space Between The Actions - What Is Stopping YouI spent years, decades even, terrified I was building in the wrong direction. Until one recent Friday morning where I realized, I'd done something even worse. Today's episode centres on the idea that the only thing that has a hope of stopping you, is you.For full show notes, go to daretobegin.net/blog.Looking to launch your new biz with a bang? Sign up for my free mini course, The Launch Pad, designed to help you create a powerful workspace and bring in income pronto. daretobegin.net/thelaunchpadLove this episode? Please be so kind as...2019-09-2445 minManifesting Millions#34: Clear Through The Noise Of Negative ThoughtsYour thoughts are an illusion. They're not real. And you are not your thoughts.Recently I've been introduced to Jim Fortin and his work and in an interview with James Wedmore, Jim dropped these truth bombs. My mind was blown."You are not your thoughts. You are the THINKER of your thoughts."Today I'm talking about negative thoughts, manifesting elephants and how being the THINKER of your thoughts gives you tremendous power over your every day moments.If you struggle with the barrage of negative thoughts running roughshod around in your head...2019-09-1748 minManifesting Millions#33: Going to the SourceToday's episode is a bit different than normal. Today I share with you the dream I had and the idea that, rather than go outside to build and grow our business, we could go inside instead.That deep knowing and insight, paired with powerful systems to back you up, could pave the way to incredible growth and abundance, both in your business and in your life. // If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love to hear about it and learn what your takeaway is. Take a screenshot of you listening on your favourite device and post it to Instagram...2019-09-1048 minManifesting Millions#32: "You Have No Business Starting a Business" - WTF?!I just came back from some sales training. After putting on a nice shirt, making my way downtown and finding parking (twice), I was just about ready to say 'screw it I'm going home', but managed to make my way inside in the hopes of learning something new (and maybe meet a few cool people in the process).Most of the info I had heard before though I did write down a few nuggets. And then came the moment that I had to pick my jaw up off the floor.The trainer said something...2019-09-0347 minManifesting Millions#31: The Practice of Pre-SellingHave you ever been sitting there thinking, 'I need money NOW. How the heck am I going to bring it in right away?'If you have, you are exactly where I was last week. August has been a financially tough month and with bills raining in, I knew I needed to do SOMETHING!In today's podcast episode I'm sharing EXACTLY what I did to bring 5 new design clients in - in less than 24 hours! Lemme just say - that's something I've never done so far!I'm going to share:>> How meditation...2019-08-2747 minManifesting Millions#30: The True Story Behind Starting A New BusinessToday I feel called into Inspired Action; the moment when you just know you gotta do something.If you follow me on the Instagrams (thanks by the way!) then you may have seen my posts last week sharing openly the numbers in my design biz as well as the fact that it scares the bejeezus out of me to share them.In today's episode I'm sharing more deeply the numbers in my design biz as well as pulling the curtain back and sharing some of the 'behind-the-scenes' stuff.Just a few things I'm talking...2019-08-201h 01Manifesting Millions#29: Money Manifestation Magnet Paige Cole!Omgoodness. Do you ever have something SO FREAKING GOOD you are just crazy with excitement?! That's how I feel about today's podcast episode!I hope you're ready for some major inspiration today because on today's episode I have the beautiful and inspiring Paige Cole!Paige brings it all the way through with powerful wisdom and teachings that I know can change your life in big ways! She's a total Money Manifestation Magnet, so today we're talking money, claiming a niche and turning 30!Just a few other highlights of what you'll find inside include:2019-08-1355 minManifesting Millions#28: How Clear Are You On Who You're Serving?... And how do you get clear?! One of the struggles of starting a business is knowing who it is you'd like to serve. And if you haven't had clients yet (ie. you're brand spankin' new!), how the heck do you KNOW who you want to serve?!!!The good news is that even if you haven't had any clients, even if this biz idea is just that - an idea - you CAN begin to figure out who you want to serve AND the secret sauce: why you want to serve them!So that's what we're breaking...2019-08-0652 minManifesting Millions#27: Chuckwagons & Business: My 5 Takeaways From The Calgary StampedeI love when random events and experiences not only leave you feeling excited (heck, thrilled!), they also offer valuable opportunities for lessons!Such was my experience at this year's Calgary Stampede. Now, for those of you who may not know, Calgary Stampede is a 10 event centred around western events (think full on rodeo). There's bull- and bronc-riding, cowboy-styled horsemanship challenges, heavy horse pulls, barrel racing, and of course, chuck wagon racing (and so much more!!).Stampede is more than just the western events however. There's naturally lots of food trucks, rides, games, trade shows...2019-07-3041 minManifesting Millions#26: The Only 2 Things You Really Need To Focus On In Your BizCan it really be that simple? Is it really possible that you only need to focus on 2 things in your biz? Isn't it more likely that there's hundreds of things to focus on?Yes it really can be that simple.Yes it really is possible that there's only 2 things.What if I told you that all those 'hundreds of things' actually boil down to these 2?We love to make things more complicated than they need to be (trust me, my hand is up). But when we boil it down to its essence...2019-07-2341 minManifesting Millions#25: Give a Little Dopamine Hit - And Grow Your Bottom LineHave you ever been rewarded for something you already love to do (and do naturally)? Like when you hold the door for someone and they say thank you? It may not seem like a reward just now but that simple acknowledgement sends a little dopamine hit in your brain - hello reward!As humans, we may seem complex, but in some ways, we really are simple creatures. Simple in the sense that we love doing things that feel good - and get acknowledged along the way.This little human trait can be a powerful motivator and...2019-07-1631 minManifesting Millions#24: The Power of the Testimonial (and how to get 'em!)There are so many moving parts in a growing business and one of the more powerful tools you can have for growing your business is testimonials.Great testimonials do not just land in your lap, however. As much as we'd love for our clients to just send us raving reviews without any effort on our part, it's just not reality.The good news is, that with just a little bit of effort, you can bring in those powerhouse testimonials so other potential clients can make an easy decision to work with you or buy from you.2019-07-0954 minManifesting Millions#23: How Are You Talking About Your Clients?Have you ever been talking with a business owner and they've been ranting about how terrible their clients are? That their clients just don't seem to 'get it'? That they don't 'respect' the business owners time, value or team?How we speak *about* our clients matters. The words you speak adds energy around your business and your clients - do you really want to add energy that attracts even more frustrating clients? Probably not.In today's episode, we're covering:- How I love birthdays (unrelated but important!)- What I realized...2019-07-0240 minManifesting Millions#22: A 5-Figure Contract, The Dunning-Kruger Effect & Getting PaidDo you struggle asking to get paid in your business or setting clear and concise payment terms? If you're feeling unconfident about this you're not alone. Recently I brought in my first 5-figure contract and while I was super excited, the truth is I had to repeatedly stop myself from talking myself out of putting together the proposal.And I discovered that not only is that seemingly common, it is most common among those of us who have loads of experience! Let's nip this thing in the bud so you can grow your business, rather than stand in...2019-06-2538 minManifesting Millions#21: Don't Replace A Job You Hate With A Business That Feels Like A JobAre you still thinking like an employee? If so, it's not helping your business - in fact, it may be hurting it. So many entrepreneurs make the move from employee to business owner, with the same old thinking running the show. When you shift into the role of Business Owner, you gotta think differently.The great thing is, just a few simple shifts can make an enormous difference. Plus - they cost nothing, you can do them today and you'll actually BENEFIT from your j.o.b.! Join me today to learn the simple steps. And...2019-06-1826 minManifesting Millions#20: Paying Yourself First ... When Your Income Is All Over The PlaceAre you tired of people telling you that even though you're growing your business you need to pay yourself first? And then throwing the 'compound interest' conversation at you, always including 'If you had started when you were 20...'? So that's not what I'm covering today. What I'm talking about today is how you can ACTUALLY START PAYING YOURSELF FIRST RIGHT NOW.Without the stress, without feeling like a freaking failure, without setting yourself up for a lizard brain hijack and guaranteed failure. I'll share how you can start small, why it's important to be selfish, and how...2019-06-1141 minManifesting Millions#19: 10 Min SWOT Analysis ... And Grizzly BearsUnderstanding what you bring to (and don't have for) your business is so good in helping you grow your biz. Today we're talking about a SWOT analysis - what it is, how to do it and what questions and considerations you can ask to create a powerful reframe on some of the perceived gaps in your business. Plus, you'll hear about my recent encounter with a grizzly bear (actually, three, a mama and two cubs) and the surprising reaction I had.To grab the show notes for today's episode, pop on over to daretobegin.net/blog/19 and get...2019-06-0431 minManifesting Millions#18: Biz Tip - The Great Card ExchangeOne of the most used 'marketing tools' is the small (and mighty) business card. However, there's so much more to the business card than meets the eye. In this episode, I share a few simple design tips so you're putting your best paper forward, and then we get into questions such as:Who do I give my card to? What do I do if someone asks for my card? How do I ask for/give a card? How do I say no when someone asks for my card?Have a listen and then grab the free download that...2019-05-2829 minManifesting Millions#17: Your #1 Marketing ToolYou have a phenomenal marketing tool in your arsenal - that you probably aren't even really thinking about. It's you!! YOU are the most powerful marketing tool you have! When you're building a business, starting as a solopreneur or a small biz, you are the heart and soul and face of your company. Today's episode is all about how to take advantage of this 'tool' you have, how to make it "S.M.A.R.T." and why you bring it all back to your ideal client.To make it clear and easy, I've got a great free download...2019-05-2137 minManifesting Millions#16: 3 Powerful Profit Strategies For Your BizIn today's episode I'm sharing 3 powerful profit strategies for both service-based businesses and product-based businesses. The strategies shared here are pulled from my #1 profit-producing strategy in my business so they are tried, tested and true. Ultimately, your main focus needs to be on your clients success (and you'll learn why in the podcast) so these strategies are built around creating success for your clients through your products and/or services. That success will help grow your business as you go over and above for your clients, proving you really hear them and get what they're about, and thus gaining great...2019-05-1449 minManifesting Millions#15: Removing the Shroud - Getting Honest About MoneyOne of the most taboo subjects on the planet, a topic that everyone has strong feelings about yet nobody talks about, something that has split up marriages, business deals and and friendships.... it's time to start talking honestly about money. In today's episode, I'm sharing with you the thoughts, feelings and beliefs I held about money for years (like almost 36). I'm talking honestly about the moment that I realized if I wanted a different life, I had to make some serious moves. And how I'm healing my relationship with money (and a simple release technique to blow out all the...2019-05-0732 minManifesting Millions#14: Daring to Begin - Reshaping 'I Don't Know' and Living Your Bigger, Bolder Braver LifeAre you ready to up level your life? To live a bigger game and see amazing things come into your reality? I'm keeping today's episode short, but packed with a powerful punch. Join me today to find out why saying or thinking 'I don't know' immediately stops all action and progress - ie. stops the universe from ever bringing you anything - and how reframing it to 'what would it take' will make an enormous (and IMMEDIATE) difference in your life. And if you feel ready to claim a bigger, bolder, braver life, join me in my free masterclass. Save...2019-04-3015 minManifesting Millions#13: Am I Worthy?I'm taking a huge step into vulnerability today. I'm sharing the struggles I had in my design business, how I became deeply depressed - and the phone call that began to turn it all around for me - why I believe I've been given this new business idea and I'm sharing an amazing opportunity you have for a limited time only! Today is raw, it's honest, and I'm sharing things that I haven't really dared to speak aloud! No time like a podcast to share them right? Have a listen, let's rumble through this together. I believe in you. That's...2019-04-2330 minManifesting Millions#12: Living Your Dream - Creating Your 5 Star LifeUpleveling your life sounds amazing - but what if your upleveled experience leaves you in tears because you're outside your realm of feeling belonging? Creating your 5 star life is a MUST if you want uplevel your current reality. And just as important, is preparing yourself FOR that life!In today's episode, I'm sharing some profound revelations I've had recently, my own 5 star experience (and how it was less than awesome for a moment), and just how you can CREATE & PREPARE FOR your own 5 star life!2019-04-1643 minManifesting Millions#11: Claiming Ownership of Your Most Valuable - And Non-Renewable - AssetAre you giving your time away thinking 'I don't have a choice'? Are you struggling with being productive and effective with your time? Have you realized yet that time is your MOST VALUABLE and NON-RENEWABLE asset? Once it's spent, you don't get it back! And no amount of money will buy you more. Today I'm talking about how you claim ownership of this highly valuable resource so you can immediately start being more effective! Have a listen and then I'd love for you to leave a review, rate the podcast and share it with your friends. I'd be so grateful!2019-04-0953 minManifesting Millions#10: Creating Impactful & Lasting Change: 3 Ways Your Business Can Make A DifferenceHave you considered the impact possibilities of your new business? Have you given thought to what you are creating from a global perspective? So often we get caught up in the minutae rather than looking at the big picture of what could be. In this episode, I'm talking about 3 ways your business can make a HUGE difference in the world! If you like this episode, I'd be so grateful if you'd give it 5 stars and leave a review! What most inspires you about this episode? What one thing lights you up so much you can hardly contain your excitement...2019-04-0246 minManifesting Millions#9: Risk vs Reward: Conversations at 7000 ft.When thinking about starting or trying anything new, we are bombarded with questions related to risk: can I do this? What if it fails? What if I look like an idiot trying? What if everyone laughs at me? And on and on. In today's episode, I relate how taking risks and learning how to ski - and ultimately finding myself at 7000 ft above sea level - translate perfectly to the risk of starting a business AND how those risks are more than usually worth the rewards. Check it out and I'd love it if you leave a review after!2019-03-2636 minManifesting Millions#8: How To Know If You Have What It TakesHow do you know if you've got the goods to make this business idea come to life? What do you do when those doubts start screaming between your ears, especially on the really rough days? Before you give yourself over to doubt and overwhelm, you can easily and quickly confirm that you do in fact have what it takes. Listen up Change-Makers - this podcast has got the goods.2019-03-1920 min
Manifesting Millions#7: Hitting Bullseyes, Not Catching OrcasGetting clear on who you're serving is super important in your business - you want to hit bullseyes, not catch orcas. Also find out why it's important that you're not trying to serve the wrong people. Use this podcast to create clarity on who you're serving so your business can grow powerfully!2019-03-1226 minManifesting Millions#6: Setting Revenue Goals For Business GrowthCreating success in your business means you need to know where you're going. Find out how I set revenue goals for my business and how asking 'WHY' can be a powerful tool in your business!Plus, find out what goal I've set that will having me crapping my pants when I reach it.2019-03-0530 minManifesting Millions#5: Limiting Beliefs & Busting Them!Today we're identifying some Limiting Beliefs and talking about how to bust through them! We all have them (I absolutely have my fair share!) and in most cases, they aren't serving us.So join me as I share with you what they are, how they may be holding you back and share with you 5 simple steps you can practice to move through them!2019-02-2621 minManifesting Millions#4: Setting Healthy BoundariesBoundaries are so so important in our life and our business. Join me today as I talk about what boundaries can look like, how to implement them and what to do if someone has already crossed them. Plus, as always, I give you simple ACTIONABLE tips to bring them into your business.2019-02-1920 minManifesting Millions#3: Doing It All AloneBeing a solopreneur can be hard! Today I'm talking about the backward slide into the Lonely/Overwhelm muck, what you can do to get out, and how it's sidelined my progress at times.2019-02-1221 minManifesting Millions#2: What's Holding You Back In Business RIGHT NOWWhat you think is holding you back from succeeding may not be what is actually holding you back. Today I talk about 3 things that may be holding you back from the success you want to achieve - and you don't even know it!!2019-02-0514 minManifesting Millions#1: In The Doubt - And Doing It AnywayMy very first podcast! Talking about where I began, why I'm starting this podcast and letting you know you're not alone in this journey we call entrepreneurship!2019-01-2907 min