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Amplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 437: The Secret to Creating Powerful Strategic Partnerships With Marie MackStrategic partnerships can be a valuable strategy to open doors to new lead sources. When a peer refers an ideal client to you, it often speeds up the time from lead to purchase. So imagine how powerful it would be to have those referrals come in bulk with hundreds if not thousands of leads arriving in your inbox on a regular basis? Even though you recognize how valuable it can be, chances are this goldmine is untapped in your business. Maybe you don’t have clarity on how to initiate these relationships. Sometimes you’ve been burned and...2025-04-2832 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 435: Optimize Your Podcast with a Powerful Lead Generation StrategyJust because you host your own podcast, doesn’t mean it’s going to attract clients right away. A podcast is a powerful platform to share a valuable message, but there are many key factors to transforming your show into a powerful client magnet. If you are facing the challenge of making your podcast the top of your sales funnel but not seeing results, this episode is for you. Eavesdrop on episode 435 of Amplify Your Success Podcast as Melanie Benson does an On Air Coaching Monetization session for Hope Pedraza. Hope is determined to make her podcast shin...2025-04-1431 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 434: Overcome Fear Through Science and Spirit with Tracy LittWhen you're facing a major life change, it’s pretty common to feel overwhelmed. Change can surface massive fear and uncertainty that can become paralyzing, and make taking bold, transformative steps feel out of reach, leaving you to wonder if you're really ready for what’s next. But what if fear isn’t the enemy? What if it’s actually a misunderstood ally just waiting for a new perspective? In episode 434 of the Amplify Your Success Podcast, Tracy Litt, a teacher of science and spirituality and the founder of The School of Becoming, joins host Melanie...2025-04-0729 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 432: How to Transform Social Media Views Into Paying Clients with Cathy JohnsonAre you ready to find out if your content is getting you ‘friend zoned’ or ensuring you are an in demand expert? So many experts and coaches find themselves frustrated with a common challenge: creating content that goes beyond a few likes and comments so your posts get leads raising their hands for your solution. There's a significant distinction between creating content for views and crafting it for client attraction, particularly on platforms like Instagram where algorithms constantly shift. If you want to become an in-demand expert that converts more clients and transitions Instagram views into...2025-03-2433 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 429: How To Host Transformational Business Retreats That Shift The Field with Darla LeDouxHosting an in-person retreat is one way to make a greater impact with your clients, but many event hosts make a common mistake with how they design their events. Instead of focusing on the elements that produce transformation, they get caught up in a lot of little details that don’t shift the field. In this episode 429 of Amplify Your Success Podcast, Darla LeDoux joins host Melanie Benson to share her insights on developing and running impactful retreats that focus on energy transformation. As an expert in creating retreats that shift the field, she unravels th...2025-03-0344 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 428: Sales Calls That Convert: The 3-Step Sales Call System That Enrolls Without Being Pushy with Erin DavisWhat if you could have more premium sales calls -  without feeling pushy or salesy? Many service professionals struggle with enrolling clients because their sales conversations lack the necessary elements to guide a prospect to a confident yes (without using emotional manipulation, scarcity and hard selling techniques).  The typical roadblock is not having a systemized approach that nurtures the lead, builds rapport, and informs the potential client why you are the only choice, before they ever get to your appointment. Without this process in place, sales calls can feel awkward, and conversion rates can remain fr...2025-02-2438 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 417: How the Gene Keys Pearl Sequence Can Help You Lead, Serve, and Grow Your Business with Purpose with Kehla G.Have you ever felt stuck in the pursuit of success, focusing on massive changes or quantum leaps that never quite manifest? It’s easy to quickly jump into action to achieve more, without reflecting and looking in to truly align your potential and purpose with your business.  On episode 417 of the Amplify Your Success Podcast, Kehla G, a Human Design and Gene Keys Coach, shares insights on using Gene Keys to unlock your full potential. Gene Keys offers a framework into our unique, personalized blueprint. If you know Gene Keys, then you know that the Pearl Sequence is...2024-12-0940 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 414: 4 Compelling Reasons to Add VIP Days to Your Offering SuiteEver feel like your clients are spinning their wheels, making slow progress toward their goals? Imagine if you could offer them a shortcut—like a fast lane that leads directly to clarity and results. So many expert-preneurs find that certain clients don’t want lengthy programs that drag out transformations, and these clients crave faster wins (and are willing to pay more to gain access to speed!)   In episode 414 of Amplify Your Success, we dive into a valuable solution to add to your offering suite: VIP Days and Intensives. These aren’t just premium sessions; they’re accelerate...2024-11-1821 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 413: Email Marketing Isn't Dead: How to Transform Your Email List into a Thriving Community with Danielle WeilIs your email marketing on life support, showing fewer signs of engagement despite your best efforts? Have you given up on email marketing with your list due to the common “blank-page syndrome?” Email marketing continues to be one of the top strategies to drive sales, even with all of the deliverability hassles. If you aren’t emailing with your community, your competitor probably is. On Amplify Your Success Podcast episode 413, Danielle Weil joins host Melanie Benson to prove that email marketing is far from dead, dubbing it the "cockroach of marketing" due to its resilience. Danielle shares how to...2024-11-1132 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 411: How to Book 10 Ideal Speaking Gigs in the Next 90 Days with Leisa ReidWould booking more speaking gigs in the next 90 days be helpful to attracting new clients?  Sharing your message as a speaker, whether on stages in front of a crowd of 50, or virtually to thousands, is one of the best strategies to land new clients. Not only is speaking a proven approach to attracting ideal clients, if done strategically, every opportunity to speak could literally become 3 - 5 new invitations to share your message in new audiences. When approached strategically, sharing your message from the stage can accelerate building trust and rapport, but it also quickly demonstrates w...2024-10-2840 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 410: 5 Business Planning Strategies for Expansive GrowthDoes the idea of creating a plan for your business growth make you feel overwhelmed? Do you think about planning, but never seem to have the time to get your ideas out of your head and into a project plan? Planning can feel like a big project, but if you have simple planning techniques in place, you can lay the groundwork to keep your cash flowing, clients enrolling and actually achieving bold growth goals. But if you choose to skip the planning phase, you may find yourself chasing the next sale to make your monthly...2024-10-2118 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 409: Unlock Your Unique Business Consciousness IQ with Jennifer UrezzioImagine unlocking the hidden potential within your business by addressing the unseen forces currently draining your resources. It’s not uncommon for expert-entrepreneurs to experience invisible barriers that limit their growth potential. These hidden energy leaks affect their finances, productivity, and sense of self-worth, often without realizing it. This internal misalignment can derail your focus, cause confusion in your decision making and perpetuate cycles stuck. If this is resonating, there is a way to identify and remedy these leaks before they wreak havoc on your impact and growth goals.  On Amplify Your Success Pod...2024-10-1440 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 406: 10X Your ROI From Online Visibility Without The OverwhelmFeeling like you need to be everywhere all at once, but not seeing the results you crave?  So now you feel like you need to do more and be everywhere – but it’s starting to feel overwhelming to keep up with it all? What if you knew that it’s not about being visible everywhere, but rather being more strategic about where and how you show up. Imagine taking all that stress from trying to manage multiple platforms and turning it into a streamlined, effective strategy that consistently brings high-value clients to your virtual doorstep.  T...2024-09-2327 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 405: 5 Video Content Mistakes Every Coach Must Avoid to Keep Clients & Cash Flowing with Tanya SmithAre your video content efforts failing to bring in the clients and cash flow you expected? Despite putting in time and energy, many coaches struggle with common mistakes that derail their success and prevent them from standing out in a crowded market. In episode 405 of Amplify Your Success Podcast, we tackle those pitfalls head-on and reveal a solution that can transform your results. Tanya Smith, founder of "Get Noticed with Video," joins me to uncover the major blunders coaches make in their video content and how to avoid them. From aligning your video strategy with business goals...2024-09-1647 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 403: How Leaders Avoid Toxic Positivity In The Workplace With Pamela JettBeing positive all of the time isn’t always helpful to the people that we lead. Called Toxic Positivity, this kind of hyped up happiness can actually harm productivity and become a negative influence on a leader’s relationship with their team. In episode 403 of the Amplify Your Success podcast, host Melanie Benson and leadership communications expert (and graduate of $100k Authority Accelerator) Pamela Jett delve into the meaning of toxic positivity and its detrimental impact on leadership and team dynamics.  They explore an alternative approach for more effective and trustworthy leadership, being relentlessly positive, to ma...2024-09-0236 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 402: How to Get Your Spark Back With Rachel Marie MartinLet’s face it, most of us have no shortage of business challenges and personal setbacks to navigate. It is not uncommon for our inner light to feel dim, and the weight of worries and limitations to dampen our spirits. But what if there was a way to peel back the layers of worry and reclaim your joy? On episode 402 of the Amplify Your Success Podcast, host Melanie Benson chats with Rachel Marie Martin to discover how to get your spark back (no matter what life throws your way.) Rachel pulls back the curtain, revealing her own jo...2024-08-2630 minNeuroscience of CoachingNeuroscience of CoachingReframing Imposter Syndrome (Melanie Benson)Dr. Irena and Melanie Benson discuss imposter syndrome — feeling like a fraud despite being competent and achieving success. It’s driven by past experiences that lower self-worth and encourage perfectionism. And although the predictive brain fuels imposter syndrome, it can also help overcome it.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in...2024-08-0137 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 395: From Cringe to Sales Success: Learn to Love Selling Even As An Introvert with Tish TimesEven the most talented service providers and business owners often experience resistance around selling. But if you are an introvert, embracing sales may be the biggest hurdle to increasing revenues. Many entrepreneurs run into this issue because they've struggled to find a way to authentically connect with potential buyers. But, what if there was a way to shift your mindset and fall in love with the sales process? On episode 395 of the Amplify Your Success Podcast, I talk with sales expert Tish Times, who offers a game-changing solution to help entrepreneurs transform their sales game...2024-07-0829 minVegan PosseVegan PosseSelf-Love Series Episode 9: Self-Love Recap with Chrissy BensonThis final short but sweet episode summarizes the aspects of self-love and my own biggest takeaways from our amazing guests. Be part of the self-love revolution! And go forth in love. Resources: Christine Melanie Benson website: https://christinemelaniebenson.com/ "Why Am I Me?" from musical Shenandoah: https://youtu.be/ONGXYI2WDo0?si=z2YFw5iQbfHWe_V8 Music credit: "Spring, Spring Is an Amazing Thing" by Lij Shaw (with Sarayah Shaw: https://youtu.be/1OVkxnN9qLk?si=ZDbiyMv2Z7utvpeh2024-07-0707 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 394: Using LinkedIn to Create Your Brand Identity with Danielle CoboLinkedIn is a powerful platform to connect with other business owners, especially if your market is corporations, CEOs and professionals. But capturing the attention of connections requires a different approach than other social media platforms. There are effective ways to stand out in a sea of competitors and inspire connections to explore your services. Part of the solution lies in creating a brand identity that captivates and engages your audience, but even more importantly is the experience you create with your posts.  On episode 394 of the Amplify Your Success Podcast, you’ll discover the...2024-07-0132 minVegan PosseVegan PosseVP Self-Love Series! Episode 1: Intro to Self-Love with Chrissy BensonWelcome to Episode 1 of the Vegan Posse Self-Love Series, a special series of episodes dedicated to expanding our tenderness, affection, curiosity, and sheer delight in one VERY important animal: ourselves. There will be eight episodes in total, released daily, featuring interviews with psychologists, spiritual leaders, therapists, and self-help gurus. What is self-love? How do we get it? And how do we grow it? And why should you take the leap of love with YOU? Find out all this and more in this introductory episode with Vegan Posse host Chrissy Benson, author of novel Marrying Myself. Resources: Website...2024-06-3042 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 388: Embracing Vulnerability to Build Leadership Resilience with JR MartinezScars are like tattoos with better stories.  This is a heart-expanding statement from this week’s guest, who has transformed his scars from a tragic military accident into a powerful story of resilience. Every business owner, changemaker and leader experiences struggles that feel much bigger than they can navigate at some point in their journey. Often leaders believe they must be stoic and be above their personal challenges. But what if we could embrace more vulnerability and have a greater impact too?  In episode 388 of Amplify Your Success, host Melanie Benson and...2024-05-2057 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 387: 5 Powerhouse Podcasters Reveal How to Secure Top Podcast AppearancesWith the rise in popularity of podcast guesting and booking services, my peers who host podcast hosts (and myself) experience a unique challenge – receiving hundreds of unqualified and unsolicited pitches to be on our show each week. Standing out and capturing the attention of podcast hosts becomes a daunting challenge, not to mention actually getting booked! With the ratio of guests to popular shows being 17:1, and limited booking spots as most shows only publish once a week, there has never been a more important time to learn how to pitch the shows you want to be featured on...2024-05-1336 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 385: Sculpt Your Success Mindset With Paul HoffmanHave you ever felt like there's an invisible force holding you back from achieving your full potential, especially in your business endeavors? When it comes to unlocking your success, the key might lie in sculpting your success mindset. The thoughts that cross your mind and habits you have are significant contributors to what you believe is possible in your life. In episode 385 of the Amplify Your Success podcast, we dive deep into unleashing your unique brilliance with Paul Hoffman, known for helping people activate their superpowers. Our conversation will help you uncover and overcome the...2024-04-2941 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 384: Fill Your Webinars With A Strategic Speaking Tour with Sean D. StewartStruggling to fill your webinars and masterclasses with engaged participants? If attracting potential clients feels like an uphill battle, even though you are delivering solid results time after time, you're not alone. Expert entrepreneurs often grapple with filling their programs with action takers over freebie seekers. What if you could fill your events by strategically aligning with competitors and colleagues who have already built up an audience of your buyers? On episode 384 of Amplify Your Success, Sean D Stewart dives into the power of strategic partner tours for filling speaking engagements and drawing in clients...2024-04-2238 minSold Out Sales PodcastSold Out Sales PodcastAMPLIFY YOUR AUTHORITY WITH MELANIE BENSON, EPISODE 01- Sold Out Sales Podcast -In this can't-miss episode, we're picking the brain of the remarkable Melanie Benson, an Authority Amplifier & Possibility Ignitor for expert entrepreneurs. Melanie dives deep into what it means to be a "Million Dollar Authority," and how this level of influence can drastically increase your impact in sales and your overall imprint on the world. She also sheds light on the difference between simply having visibility and borrowing the power of "Million Dollar Visibility Streams" to propel your success.Melanie generously shares her own journey from feeling like the best-kept secret due to doubts and invisibility to leveraging...2024-04-1935 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 383: Quiz Creation to Attract Clients with the Power of Compassion With Mellissa SeamanTired of struggling to attract your ideal clients? Imagine creating a connection with potential clients in a way that drives revenue growth and deeply resonates with their needs. On Amplify Your Success Podcast episode 383, Mellissa and Melanie delve into the art of quiz creation  to attract and engage ideal clients. They discuss the power of archetype quizzes in creating a personal connection and establishing trust, as well as the pitfalls of using scored quizzes too early in the sales funnel. Mellissa shares her unique approach to quiz creation, emphasizing the need to make quiz takers feel seen a...2024-04-1540 minThe Lindsey Anderson ShowThe Lindsey Anderson ShowMelanie Benson: Strategies To Improve Your Online VisibilityToday, we're diving deep into strategies to improve your online visibility with Melanie Benson. Melanie, our featured expert, brings over 23 years of invaluable experience in the realms of authority and visibility.Guest Introduction:Melanie Benson, Authority Amplifier & Possibility Ignitor for Expert-preneurs, shows people how to generate Million Dollar Visibility. Since 2000, Melanie has a proven track record of accelerating results for her clients. She’s host of the Top 1.5% Podcast, Amplify Your Success, is author of Rewired for Wealth, and Entrepreneur.com’s Start Up Guide to Starting an Information Marketing Business, and has been...2024-03-1239 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 376: 3 Common Visibility Barriers Keeping You a Best-Kept SecretBeing visible where your ideal clients are searching for solutions is essential to attract clients and stop being a best kept secret. A consistent visibility strategy is a key factor in amplifying authority and building trust online too. So why is it that a talented expert, coach or service provider wouldn’t make time for visibility boosting activities that could grow their reach and revenue? In episode 376 of Amplify Your Success, I delve into the world of profitable visibility and uncover the three most common barriers that are keeping talented experts from getting the opportunities an...2024-02-2623 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 374: Speaking Skills that Move Millions With Influence and Impact with Jonathan BenderEver wondered how some speakers have a magnetic presence that captures their audience's attention instantly? It's not just about what they say, but how they say it.  On episode 374 of Amplify Your Success, we delve into the secrets of vocal mastery, and speaking skills with Jonathan Bender, a seasoned expert who has spent decades helping professionals craft powerful voices that move millions. Jonathan’s specialty is refining vocal dynamics, speech delivery, and facilitating the inner work that can elevate your influence and impact in every interaction. Jonathan reveals the secrets to crafting transformational talks and spe...2024-02-1235 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 373: Ethical Influence Tactics to Get More Clients Now with Michael StevensonAs a coach, consultant, healer or transformational leader, attracting clients isn’t something most people learn in their training. Having a successful six figure (or more) business requires you to have paying clients – so how do you convince a prospect that your process is going to transform their life? Your ability to influence others in your marketing and sales is key – but not the way most marketers do with questionable tactics. There is an art to what’s called ethical influence and uncovering these proven tactics can transform your client acquisition game. Michael Stevenso...2024-02-0546 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 371: 5X Your Sales Conversion with Corporate Clients with Angelique RewersThe corporate marketplace is full of untapped opportunities for coaches and consultants. However, there are many myths and misconceptions about landing corporate consulting and coaching clients that act as a deterrent to pursuing these types of clients. On Amplify Your Success episode 371 I’m joined by small business growth expert and CEO Angelique Rewers who shares how solo entrepreneurs can 5X their sales conversions with corporate clients.  This insightful conversation covers the transformational impact of corporate consulting work, the psychology behind selling to organizations, and how to overcome the fear of corporate sales for long-term bus...2024-01-2243 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 369: Achieve Success Faster with the 4-Step Tune In Process with Hilary DeCesareHave you tried manifestation techniques but they don’t seem to work for you? Or perhaps you know that this is the year you are meant to achieve more, but you are not sure you have the stamina or energy to pull it off. Often, the disconnect lies in our own energy and to achieve bigger success, we require real transformation guided by trained professionals Instead of falling for quick-fix courses and cookie-cutter strategies, what if you had access to a simple technique that produces a quick boost of energy and momentum? Hilary De...2024-01-0847 minVegan PosseVegan PosseSpecial Holiday Episode: VP Host Chrissy Benson's Seven LUCKY Vegan Holiday Tips!The holidays can be tricky for us vegans! In this special holiday episode, I share my top seven LUCKY Tips for navigating the holidays with ease, grace, and plain old vegan fun. Resources: Gingerbread cake - FYI I find it easiest to order gingerbread spice online since grocery stores may not have it, or you can make your own: https://thevegan8.com/vegan-gingerbread-cake/ Pumpkin cornbread (FYI, I tweaked slightly and use 1 cup pumpkin puree and 1/2 cup maple syrup): https://www.veggieinspired.com/pumpkin-maple-cornbread/ What the Health documentary: https://www.whatthehealthfilm.com/2023-12-2009 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 366: 5 Keys to Enticing Your Audience to Buy Before You Leave the Stage with Bret RidgwayOne of the attributes of a profitable “speak to sell” speaker is their ability to entice the audience to buy while speaking on stage. If you want to monetize the stages you speak from as a coach or entrepreneur, then you must master turning a captivating presentation into action-producing invitations.  In Amplify Your Success Podcast episode 366, I’m joined by seasoned speaking industry veteran, Bret Ridgway, who brings over 25 years of expertise to our discussion.  We explore the 5 keys to captivating your audience in a way that not only inspires action and influence but also drives sales and lead...2023-12-1839 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 365: The 3D Formula to Boldly Brand Your Business with Tonya Eberhart and Michael CarrWhat is a personal brand? And do you need to brand your business, or yourself? There is a big distinction between marketing your business, and branding your business. Many entrepreneurs spend an enormous amount of time marketing their business, but end up being invisible as their brand doesn’t stand out in the market. The branding experts at BrandFace join me on Amplify your Success Podcast episode 365 to discuss the nuances of personal branding, address common pitfalls and shed light on the vital distinction between branding and marketing.  A bold, unbeatable brand can amp...2023-12-1135 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 364: Lead Generation Strategies Using The Power of ChatGPT with Lindsey AndersonWhat if you could use AI to attract high-quality leads through your content? AI content creation has advanced exponentially this year, and along with these innovations brings opportunities to optimize your lead generation too. But, how do you leverage a tool like ChatGPT so that your content continues to have your brand energy, authentic voice and doesn’t sound so generic it’s repelling? On Amplify Your Success Podcast episode 364, digital marketing expert Lindsey Anderson joins me bringing valuable insights on leveraging AI tools like ChatGPT to craft compelling content, improve sales scripts, and optimize lead...2023-12-0436 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 362: The 3R Method for Onboarding More Clients in the Next 30 Days with Jason Van OrdenImagine onboarding more clients in the next 30 days than you did in the last 6 months. Most business owners could not pull that off right now and industry fluctuations aside, the lack of sales is typically due to one key issue – the business’s offerings aren’t seen as remarkable. If an entrepreneur isn’t standing out, then most likely there is an issue with messaging, customer journey, or offer optimization.  On Amplify Your Success Podcast episode 362, Jason Van Orden joins me to explore how techniques like his Gravity Method keeps potential clients engaged and guide...2023-11-2037 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 361: Leadership Strategies To Do Good In Business with Joshua L BerryWhat if you knew that doing good in business would also help you do more good in the world? Leading a business often requires the business owner or CEO to grow in multiple ways, including communication skills and management prowess. Balancing logical growth steps with intuition requires a mastery of Emotional EQ, and is a key ingredient to navigate stakeholder priorities and team member needs. On Amplify Your Success Podcast episode 361, Joshua L Berry, world-class facilitator of change and director of Econic, delves into the topic of leadership strategies that do good in business.  2023-11-1340 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 360: Unveiling the Power of Networking for Introverts with Jevonya AllenIf you are an introverted entrepreneur, the idea of going to a networking event might feel very daunting. Even when you recognize the immense value of making connections in real life, knowing how to initiate conversations and engage with other business owners doesn’t always come naturally. As an introvert, you possess a unique ability to build a network of powerful connections, if you know how to lean into your superpowers! On Amplify Your Success Podcast episode 360, Jevonya Allen, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Twisted Networking, dives into the power of networking for introverts an...2023-11-0635 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 358: Earning Trust With Audience Engaging Content with Melanie DezielOn Amplify Your Success Podcast episode 358 with Melanie Deziel, the focus is on the power of earning trust through audience engaging content. Explore the art of storytelling and content creation, emphasizing the importance of putting the customer at the center of the story. By focusing on the benefits rather than just the features of your product or service, you can create content that resonates with your audience and builds trust. Take a deep dive into different frameworks for storytelling in various content types and highlight the significance of corroboration through testimonials, reviews, and case studies but caution...2023-10-2331 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 352: How to Develop Operations Excellence to Ditch Business Growth Overwhelm with Melissa MorrisWhen you are growing your business, you’ll be adding new tasks and strategies at record speed. Often  your business growth will require you to hire new employees or virtual assistants. Before you know it, you’ll feel bogged down in the weeds instead of focused on activities that light you up and make you money! Don’t let this overwhelm derail your growth! Instead, it’s time to learn how to stop being a bottleneck by implementing operations excellence. On Amplify Your Success Podcast episode 352, Melissa Morris, founder of Agency Authority, joins me to dive deep...2023-09-1136 minThe Podcast On PodcastingThe Podcast On PodcastingEp369: Apply These Podcast Tactics To Amplify Your Business - Melanie BensonIn this episode, we unravel the art of podcasting as Melanie Benson reveals her insights on captivating your listener and using your show to scale your business. Learn how to structure your episodes effectively and build your authority in the industry by dialing in today!   WHAT TO LISTEN FOR The ideal runtime of your podcast episodes  Dos and don'ts during guest interviews How can a podcast supplement your business and serve your clients Ways to enhance the binge-worthy potential of your episodes When do you ne...2023-09-0439 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 349: Gamifying Your Life and Business with Michael StratfordGamification has been used in countless businesses to improve implementation of their offering, increase accountability, and even to build brand loyalty. But can playing a game actually reveal valuable information about who you are as a business owner? Can gamifying your life help you achieve goals that have been outside of your reach for far too long? On Amplify Your Success Podcast episode 349, Michael Stratford, founder of The Million Quest Consciousness, explores the power of gamifying your life and business. Michael, a seasoned coach with over 30 years of experience, introduces a unique framework that helps entrepreneurs turn...2023-08-2144 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 348: 4 Hours That Bring Solopreneurs Productivity At Work with Janine BolonAs a solopreneur, you wear all of the hats in your business, and there can be days when getting it all done might feel pretty daunting! Regardless of the roles you play in your business, there are four hours in your week that can produce massive results. But the secret is to know what to do in those four hours! In episode 348 of Amplify Your Success, I dive into the topic of productivity for solopreneurs with special guest Janine Bolen. Janine shares her journey of leaving the workforce in 1996 to homeschool her four children and how this...2023-08-1439 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence051: Your 7-Figure MindsetAchieving beyond your wildest dreams is an incredible accomplishment. It shows the strength of your determination and your refusal to accept limitations on your potential.Continuing the thread from our previous episode, “Is Playing Safe in Business Keeping You Small?”, we explore some ways you can pivot your thinking so you can accelerate your business results and show up at the next level.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson talk about the key pillars to achieve more impact and income. While business owners might think that growth is painful, reaching the next leve...2023-08-1315 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence050: Is Playing Safe in Business Keeping You Small?Entrepreneurs are likely to face significant moments in their lives when they have to make crucial choices. These decisions can either lead them to greater success or keep them in their comfort zones.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley chat about the pitfalls of playing safe in business. It is said that in the world of business, fortune will always favour the brave and this entails breaking through things that hold us back and keeping a lid on our potential.Staying in what’s familiar may minimise risks but opting to always pl...2023-08-0628 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 346: The 3 Stages That Will Fast Track Your Business To Monthly Six Figure Income with Ron ReichWhat if you could fast track your business to a monthly six-figure income – and in the process positively impact the lives of more of your ideal clients? If seven figure revenue is your goal, then reaching six figure months is the milestone, but to pull that off you’ll need to stretch yourself and step outside your comfort zone. In episode 346 of Amplify Your Success Podcast, meet Ron Reich who specializes in exponential revenue growth. Ron joins me to explore the concept of his "acceleration principle," which focuses on going beyond a profitable income in the...2023-07-3132 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence049: Removing vs. Adding for GrowthAs a business owner, you know that new trends and ideas can bring growth opportunities. But it’s important to note that for long-term success, embrace the "less is more" mindset. Cut out the unnecessary and focus on what truly matters.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson talk about why less is more, and the business advantage of removing vs adding so you can identify and streamline your needle movers.In the dynamic business arena, it’s easy to get caught thinking we need to add new products, services or tactics when we’r...2023-07-3030 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 345: Scale a Business to 7+ Figures with Data-Driven Marketing with Tamara ThompsonTo grow your small business beyond six figures, you’ll need to use more than just your intuition and gut instincts. That’s where data becomes a valuable tool to make decisions around marketing and growth strategy. With millions of marketing strategies available, knowing which ones to use, and when to use them can save you from making a costly investment! But what kind of data do we really need to use? On episode 345 of Amplify Your Success I talk with Tamara Thompson, CEO of Broadcast Your Authority, and we dive deep into the topic of d...2023-07-2444 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 344: What Successful Women Must Do by 59 to Retire Financially Free with Linda LingoMost business owners spend their work years so busy creating money that often they forget to prepare for retirement. Even if you are savvy with making money, you may discover in your Golden Years that you aren’t prepared to thrive once you decide to stop working. On Amplify Your Success Podcast episode #344, Linda Lingo joins me to discuss the importance of saving for retirement and how to do so, even if you are super busy.  Linda discovered first-hand why taking control of your financial destiny is crucial as she experienced what she cal...2023-07-1737 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence046: The Impact Of Ambition Fatigue On Business PerformanceWe often applaud business owners for their unyielding ambition that drives progress and takes their companies to great heights. But when you're constantly chasing after your goals without a break, something called "ambition fatigue" can sneak up on you. It's like a threat that not only affects your business performance but also takes a toll on your personal well-being.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley share their ideas on the impact of ambition fatigue on business performance. It’s typical to experience business turbulence regardless of the industry you’re in. These events lead...2023-07-0929 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence045: Leveraging Social Proof To Establish CredibilityEstablishing credibility is more crucial than ever before. Whether you're a business trying to attract customers or an individual seeking to gain influence, credibility is the foundation upon which trust is built.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson delve into the power of case studies and testimonials as effective marketing tools. They explore the differences between the two, discuss their advantages, and provide practical tips on how to use them to showcase your products or services.Case studies and testimonials are indispensable marketing assets that can significantly boost your business's credibility and...2023-07-0227 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 341: How to Change Your Mindset To Reach 7 Figures with Vash TomanecOn Amplify Your Success Podcast episode #341, Melanie Benson discusses mindset and its role in achieving business success. The host reminds listeners of the importance of a deep reason for goal-setting and introduces entrepreneur Vash Tomanec, founder of Mindpreneur. Vash shares how he built three successful seven-figure businesses in less than three years and his framework for achieving any kind of goal. With a focus on doing less but better, Vash encourages listeners to enjoy the journey and find a deep reason for their goals. The guest also emphasizes that mindset is 90% of success while strategy only comprises 10%, and recommends...2023-06-2635 minAmplify Your SuccessAmplify Your SuccessEpisode 340: Personal Brand Building With Video (Even If You Are Camera Shy) with Kellsie MooreJoin Melanie Benson and guest Kellsie Moore for Personal Brand Building With Video (Even If You Are Camera Shy). Learn about the importance of creating a strong personal brand through video content to attract clients and become a go-to expert. Melanie outlines seven essential steps to follow and encourages listeners to start creating video content without waiting until they feel ready. On Amplify Your Success Podcast episode #340, Kellsie Moore, a video presence coach, empowering brands to be captivating and authentic on camera, shares her actor and personal development coach expertise and offers tips for those who feel...2023-06-1937 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence043: Learning From Our MistakesMistakes are an inevitable part of life. From the simplest errors to the most significant blunders, we all make them at some point. While the immediate aftermath of a mistake can be disheartening and discouraging, it is crucial to recognize that mistakes are not the end of the world. They offer us valuable opportunities for growth and learning.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson dive deep into why it’s not only okay to make mistakes, but it’s an essential part of being an entrepreneur.  As Albert Einstein once famously said, "A perso...2023-06-1827 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence042: Step Into The Spotlight And Stand Out From The CrowdIn today’s business landscape, standing out is crucial for success. However, there is a major difference between being known and being known for what you do. So as a business owner, what are the strategies that can help leverage your uniqueness and expertise?In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson deep dive into helping your step into the spotlight and stand out from the crowd. There’s so much impact on your brand and business when you become known as someone with expertise in your market.However, expertise will not always guarantee you...2023-06-1124 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence041: Flipping the Impact of Scarcity Thinking To Discover AbundanceThe scarcity mindset is often a product of deeply ingrained limiting beliefs that have developed into a habit, and usually operate unconsciously holding back business owners from their next level of success. So how can you shatter these restrictions and transform into a better thought leader?In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley discuss flipping the impact of scarcity thinking and discovering abundance. Scarcity thinking developed from situations that make entrepreneurs think they have limitations in energy, finances, and time. Flipping the scarcity thinking into an abundance mindset begins with being aware of t...2023-06-0429 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence039: How To Coach At 7 Figures & BeyondThere are many challenges in taking your coaching business to 7 figures and beyond. These challenges can affect all areas of your business - not having enough time to build your authority, marketing your brand, and hitting an income ceiling. In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson dive into a topic that they’re both passionate about - how to coach at 7- figures and beyond. Many coaches feel like they're stuck or not making progress, and that makes them really want to make their business even more successful.As coaches focus on their pri...2023-05-2130 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence038: The Importance Of Taking Time Away From Your BusinessRunning a business can easily become overwhelming and all-consuming, leading to burnout and dissatisfaction. Entrepreneurs may find themselves feeling uninspired and stuck in moments where everything in business feels draining. In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley tackle one of the topics that they are both very passionate about - the importance of taking time away from your business. Most business owners, especially those who are new in business, often feel guilty of taking time off. Hustling too much is identified with unbreakable commitment, purpose and drive. However, if this continues, your physical, em...2023-05-1428 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence037: The Million Dollar JourneyAchieving 7-figure success in business is no easy task and entrepreneurs consider this a major turning point. It’s often an indication that the right decisions were made at every level of business dilemma and success. In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson share their reflections from episode 36, a panel interview with Jennifer Longmore, Isa Herrera, and Elizabeth Purvis. During the discussion, it became clear that a common thread in everyone's experiences was the need to make decisions that aligned with their desired identity and values in order to achieve a seven-figure business.I...2023-05-0721 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence035: The Do's and Don'ts of Pitching: Common Mistakes to Avoid When Pitching to Be a Podcast GuestAs podcasts continue to grow in popularity, more and more entrepreneurs are seeking  guest spots on their favorite shows. However, many are pitching in a way that is unlikely to get them booked.  While having a good story or expertise in a particular subject is important, there are other qualities that podcast hosts look for in their guests. In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley discuss the traits of a great podcast guest, and how you can increase your chances of being invited to appear on a podcast. They also delve into the imp...2023-04-2325 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence034: Perfectionism vs Progress: How to Let Go and Move ForwardLetting go and surrendering to the unknown can be scary. We can get so accustomed to staying within our comfort zones that the thought of venturing beyond them can feel intimidating and resistance can show up in a big way.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson speak about perfectionism vs progress: How to let go and move forward. Hitting the next level of business growth is usually masked in fear and confusion which cripples many entrepreneurs to move forward.Although surrendering to the unknown is terrifying, it can also be incredibly exciting...2023-04-1623 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence033: Why Messy Success Is Better Than Delayed PerfectionWhen it comes to getting things done, the conventional wisdom is that perfection should be the goal. We’ve been taught to take the time to plan and then slowly execute to get the best results.. But while this kind of delayed perfection may seem like a no-brainer move, there's something to be said for messy success as well. In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley talk about messy success and why it can be a great place to start. They explore why taking an imperfect approach—with plenty of trial and error along...2023-04-0929 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence032: When to Introduce a High Ticket OfferAre you wanting to increase your revenue, but finding it difficult due to your current price point?Many coaches and experts find themselves struggling to decide when it's the right time to introduce their high ticket offering. In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley talk about when is the right time to introduce a high-ticket offer. They share the benefits of high ticket offers and delve into the factors that will help you make an informed decision about introducing one.High-ticket offers can be one of the most effective t...2023-04-0215 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence030: The Winning Mindset: How to Level Up Your Business and Achieve Next-Level SuccessAt any new level of success, it’s common to experience retraction and self-sabotage that can hinder consistent growth.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley talk about how to bust doubts and limiting beliefs so you can level up your business and achieve next-level success.Entering uncharted territories often brings about feelings of fear and doubt. As the saying goes, "new level, new devil," which means you must choose whether to remain confined within your limiting beliefs or break through to a new level of growth and success.No one’s ever...2023-03-1927 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence029: The Role Of Events To Grow InfluenceHosting events is a great way to take your influence lever up a notch. However, there is a lot of effort to host or attend events, so is it worth the time investment?In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson dive deeper into the role of events to grow influence. Many people think twice before hosting an event because of the amount of work it requires, but tapping into this powerful tool is a proven way to boost brand awareness and build trust and rapport with your desired audience.Here are some o...2023-03-1217 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence028: How To Clone Yourself For Next Level Growth Scaling a business demands a considerable investment of time and effort, and it’s not uncommon to wish for additional resources to aid the process.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley explore the potential avenues for achieving growth through the concept of "cloning" yourself for next level growth.Entrepreneurs are constantly in search of ways to grow their businesses without adding more hours to their schedules. One great resource to help with this is automation. By automating processes, you can achieve more in less time, freeing up space and energy for your...2023-03-0520 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence027: How To Leverage Speaking to Attract Better ClientsSpeaking is one of the best resources to gain leads and amplify your influence. But when your schedule gets hectic, you need to evaluate what speaking events are worth taking on.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson chat about how to leverage speaking to attract better clients. Although speaking in stages only has you on stage for around an hour, the actual preparation takes days or weeks and it demands a lot of your time, energy, and money. Making the effort to undergo this thorough process can yield significant returns by en...2023-02-2718 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence026: How To Generate Leads From Your Facebook GroupYour Facebook Group can be an infinite reservoir of quality leads for your business. However, this is only possible if you leverage your group in the right way.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley discuss how to generate leads from your Facebook Group.There might come a time in your business when you question whether having a Facebook Group is giving you the results you want. If you’re in this situation, you may need to restructure and upgrade your group.Join Melanie and Samantha as they share how they utilize Fa...2023-02-1918 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence025: The Importance Of Your Inner CircleThe success of your business relies on a number of things, and one of them is having the right people who will support, challenge and propel you forward. We affectionately refer to these super supporters as our Inner Circle.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson have a conversation about the importance of your inner circle.  Having a large network of people may be beneficial, but it's the individuals within your inner circle that significantly impact the choices and plans you make towards personal growth and advancement.Your inner circle radiates a s...2023-02-1224 minCourse Lab: Lessons from Successful Online Course CreatorsCourse Lab: Lessons from Successful Online Course CreatorsFacilitating Transformation (Melanie Benson)Melanie Benson is an Authority Amplifier, Revenue Strategist, and Money Mindset Coach with over 20 years of experience. She works with expert entrepreneurs to transform their wisdom into wealth through powerful mindset shifts that generate a consistent supply of clients and opportunities. In this episode, Danny, Abe, and Melanie discuss how throwing out the blueprints and creating your own approach can lead to more long-term transformation for your clients. In this episode we discuss:How coaches and course creators can create offers that appeal to their passions rather than working with the trendsHow Melanie...2023-01-3024 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence023: Leverage Your Influence to Create a Steady Stream of LeadsThe truth is not all lead generation activities will yield better quality leads. You need to look for better lead sources that can potentially boost your revenue.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson delve into how to leverage your influence to create a steady stream of leads. Two of the most common dilemmas that business owners have is getting more leads, and attracting unaligned leads that will hamper your confidence as an established authority.You need to be aware that not all leads are created equal. Tune in to discover ways t...2023-01-2921 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence022: Get More Of The Right Things DoneDo you find yourself working long hours, yet at the end of the day wonder what you actually achieved?Do you often get frustrated with not being able to get big projects completed, because you can’t find the time to get them done?In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley discuss how to stop wasting time on activities that don’t move the needle toward your goals so you can get more of the right things done without feeling overwhelmed.Kick off the new year right by understanding where you want the...2023-01-2320 minSelf-Awakened LifestyleSelf-Awakened LifestylePresenting Blowing Up (Melanie Benson)Melanie Benson is a business coach and host of the “Amplify Your Success” podcast, which is counted in the Top 1.5% of podcasts, as well as co-host of the Next Level Influence podcast. Because of her deep experience both hosting and being a guest on podcasts, it's not uncommon for her clients to see 3-5x revenue increases in the first six months for the work they do in the world. Hosts Linda Claire Puig and Ari Iny talk with Melanie about how to get known and grow your business through a podcast guest strategy. The c...2023-01-1919 minSelf-Awakened LifestyleSelf-Awakened LifestylePresenting Blowing Up (Melanie Benson)Melanie Benson is a business coach and host of the “Amplify Your Success” podcast, which is counted in the Top 1.5% of podcasts, as well as co-host of the Next Level Influence podcast. Because of her deep experience both hosting and being a guest on podcasts, it's not uncommon for her clients to see 3-5x revenue increases in the first six months for the work they do in the world. Hosts Linda Claire Puig and Ari Iny talk with Melanie about how to get known and grow your business through a podcast guest strategy. The conversation ranges from how to st...2023-01-1919 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence021: Why Having A 7-Figure Business Can Be Easier Than A 6-Figure BusinessSo many entrepreneurs don’t reach their next level of growth and self-sabotage by holding themselves back, all because of a belief that shifting from one level to another requires a lot of hustle and grind. In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley engage in a mindset-shifting episode about why having a 7-figure business can be easier than having a 6-figure business.Take your influence and business to the next level by increasing your momentum and learning how you can remove the business bottlenecks that are currently preventing you from scaling further. Here...2023-01-1521 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence020: Establish Marketing KPIs to Grow Your BusinessTo grow your business and brand influence you’ll need to evaluate your marketing performance. It’s important to know what works and what doesn’t, so you know where to improve.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson discuss how to establish marketing key performance indicators (KPIs) to grow your business.Tracking and understanding your KPIs means you’ll be aware of where to focus your time and attention for the best return on investment for your time. You’ll also learn what attracts people to you, and what drives them to continue t...2023-01-0822 minOur Hen House: Vegan & Animal Rights Movement | Stories from the Frontlines of Animal LiberationOur Hen House: Vegan & Animal Rights Movement | Stories from the Frontlines of Animal LiberationWhere are All the Fictional Vegans? w/ Christine Melanie BensonHow annoying is it when you are just getting into a good book, starting to identify with, or at least sympathize with, the protagonist, and then get thoroughly turned off when they sit down to enthusiastically eat a dead animal? Today, author Christine Melanie Benson joins us for a conversation about her recently published debut novel, Marrying Myself, in which, happily, the heroine just happens to be vegan. Christine actually switched to eating plants while she was already working on her novel, and she tells us how she ended up incorporating veganism and animal advocacy into the book. But...2023-01-0754 minBlowing UpBlowing UpPodcast Guesting (Melanie Benson)Melanie Benson is a business coach and host of the “Amplify Your Success” podcast, which is counted in the Top 1.5% of podcasts, as well as co-host of the Next Level Influence podcast. Because of her deep experience both hosting and being a guest on podcasts, it's not uncommon for her clients to see 3-5x revenue increases in the first six months for the work they do in the world. Hosts Linda Claire Puig and Ari Iny talk with Melanie about how to get known and grow your business through a podcast guesting strategy. The c...2023-01-0421 minGroup Coach Nation with Chris WilliamsGroup Coach Nation with Chris WilliamsThe 5 Keys to Activating Valuable Partnerships with Melanie BensonStep into the unexpected world of collaboration where persistence pays off, and connections are built through genuine value. Join Melanie Benson and Chris as they reveal the real-life journey of turning collaborations into exponential growth. It's not just about being on podcasts; it's about strategic connections and nurturing relationships to create lasting impact. And the best part? There's a surprising twist that makes this journey even more compelling. Dive into the unexpected world of nurturing connections and watch your collaborations multiply exponentially.A recognized expert in the realm of collaboration and strategic partnerships, Melanie Benson brings a...2023-01-0232 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence019: Growth Opportunities In 2023There’s been a major shift in the coaching industry - you may have noticed that some coaches are leaving the industry and changing direction.This “dying-off” of a fantasy of being a coach presents great opportunities for those resilient enough to stay at the top of their field.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley prepare for the new year by discussing their predictions for the growth opportunities in 2023. To do well in business in 2023 and seize these opportunities demands an understanding of your unique superpower, and helping others acknowledge you as an a...2023-01-0125 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence018: 2022 In ReflectionWe’re coming to the end of 2022 and for some of us, it’s been an incredibly powerful year. We’ve experienced transformations through painful lessons and discovered new growth opportunities.Exploring these lessons will give you a better understanding of where to pivot, invest, and how to manage challenges moving forward.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson chat about the lessons learned from this year. It’s much harder to move forward and make the changes needed for your next level of growth if you don't look back, reflect and learn fro...2022-12-2532 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence017: Empower Your Team To Achieve Your GoalsHiring and training teams involve investing a good amount of money and time.  But some entrepreneurs feel like it’s wasting their resources because good results aren’t being achieved.Delegation is a crucial factor in the success of your business growth, but not getting the results you want may lead you to wonder if the time, effort, and money are worth it. In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley speak about how you can empower your team to achieve your goals. Not having a team limits your business growth, so you need to...2022-12-1827 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence016: Do This Instead of Goal SettingMany entrepreneurs set goals at the beginning of the year but a whopping 80% of these goals are never achieved. The idea of setting goals may seem exciting, but actually committing to achieve them is a whole different story.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson chat about what you need to do instead of goal setting so you can achieve powerful outcomes for your life and business next year.Here are some of the highlights of this episode:How to decide on a theme for next year (03:05)Melanie's and Samantha's themes f...2022-12-1126 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence015: How To Get Booked On High Profile PodcastsPodcasting is growing exponentially, yet some people don’t recognise its value in brand visibility.It’s challenging to stand out with platforms such as social media, blogs, or YouTube. But podcasting generates an intimate opportunity that can easily capture the listener’s attention.In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley talk about how to get booked on high-profile podcasts. With its evergreen shelf life, podcasting is a coveted visibility strategy you should leverage to grow your business. Here are some of the highlights of this episode:Why podcasting is a hot vis...2022-12-0429 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence014: Remove The Bottlenecks That Prevent Business GrowthDo you regularly spend more time doing tasks that you could have easily assigned to someone else? And instead of showing up as the face of your business, you regularly get caught in the weeds?This symptom is a strong indication that you’re a bottleneck in your business. In this episode of Next Level Influence, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley exchange insights about how you can remove the bottlenecks that prevent business growth. If you want to succeed in business, there are many areas you need to focus on.  However, not dealing with the bottlenecks steers you away...2022-11-2725 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence013: How To Earn More and Command Authority in Your NicheDoes the idea of increasing your revenue sound exciting, but you’re worried that it will mean a lot of extra work?  What if you could earn more next year without working harder? In this episode of Next Level Influence, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson chat about how to earn more and command authority in your niche. Implementing a strategy to 10X your revenue may be easier than you think but it does require the confidence to try new things - “What got you here won’t get you there”. Here are some of the highlights of this episod...2022-11-2123 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence011: Collaboration CurrencyHave you ever been frustrated by not knowing how to attract a steady stream of ideal clients and opportunities? Or maybe you’ve reached a point where you question whether entrepreneurship is really for you?These dilemmas are typical for business owners who get stuck in their own minds. They only see things based on their own beliefs and paradigms and they fail to access the level of creativity their business needs.In this episode of The Next Level Influence Show, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley talk about how your competition can be your top source of unlimited op...2022-11-0626 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence010: Strategic Partners -- What to Look for to Avoid the Sharks and Swim with DolphinsStrategic partners are indeed a powerful tool for growing your business. However, partnering with the wrong people puts you at a greater risk of having challenges that you may or may not overcome.Choosing strategic partners is often compared to playing with dolphins or swimming with sharks. And you and your business must determine who you’re spending time with.In this episode of The Next Level Influence Show, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson shed light on strategic partnerships – what to look for to avoid the sharks and swim with dolphins. As a business owner, you have to make...2022-10-3027 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence009: Perseverance - Power of Not Giving Up (and When to Know it's Time to Let Go)As a business owner, you may desire to constantly change offers and programs if they don’t give the outcome you want immediately. Although it’s important to recognise the superpower of having perseverance, it’s equally valuable to know when to give up when things are no longer working in your alignment.In this episode of The Next Level Influence Show, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley will discuss perseverance - power of not giving up and when to know it’s time to let go. You don’t want to be the person who gives up when you're inch...2022-10-2334 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence008: How to Niche to Grow your BrandTo niche or not to niche? This is a crucial question every business owner must know the answer to as they grow their brand.If you find yourself struggling to amplify your brand’s influence, chances are, you don’t understand your niche or haven’t identified the right clients who are in your particular niche.In this episode of The Next Level Influence Show, Samantha Riley and Melanie Benson will help you discover the right niche so your marketing can perform better. There are different ways to hone your niche and leverage its power, tune in to find o...2022-10-1614 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence007: Delegate Like A BossAre you acting like the boss or the bottleneck in your business growth? The answer to this is linked to whether or not you’re delegating tasks to your team.As a business owner, you have to accept that you can’t do it all on your own. In fact, believing that you’re capable of doing everything only hinders your business growth. In this episode of The Next Level Influence Show, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley discuss their ways on how they delegate like a boss. They share how you can take your business to the next level w...2022-10-1017 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence006: Using Your Human Design to Create Aligned ContentHave you ever felt frustrated that your content is not getting the traction it deserves after spending lots of time and effort? To make matters worse, it seems that everybody else’s contents are getting attention except yours.In this episode of The Next Level Influence Show, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley talk about one of their favourite business tools - human design, its five different types, and how you can use it to create aligned content.Here are some of the highlights of this episode:What is Human Design and why we need to lean int...2022-10-0227 minNext Level InfluenceNext Level Influence005: How to Be The CEO In Your BusinessHas your business hit a growth plateau or are you struggling to break through your current financial ceiling?  The midpoint of a year is a great time to shift gears and unleash your Inner CEO to take inventory of your progress and recalibrate your approach to hit your goals.In today’s episode of The Next Level Influence Show, Melanie Benson and Samantha Riley will share how to shift into the “Chief Entrepreneurial Officer” for mid-year planning.Here are some of the highlights of this episode:When you need to shift your role into “Chief Entrepreneurial Officer”...2022-09-2521 minBusiness Growth LabBusiness Growth LabFinding Successful Collaboration Partners with Co-Host Melanie BensonNo one succeeds in business alone. It's not possible. Even the most successful entrepreneurs and business people collaborate with others to help them reach their goals. But finding the right collaboration partners can be tricky- it takes time and effort to find people who share your same values and vision for success. In this episode, we’ll discuss how you can successfully find collaboration partners.Finding the right collaboration partners is essential for any business owner, and Melanie and I have some great tips and advice on how to go about it. One of the most important things yo...2022-06-3030 minHustle & Flowchart: Mastering Business & Enjoying the JourneyHustle & Flowchart: Mastering Business & Enjoying the JourneyMelanie Benson - Growing Your Platform By Leveraging Competitor's AudiencesWhen Melanie opens up about her “cage match” experience where she won against a well-known marketer, we knew we were in for a fun show! Melanie Benson is a fellow podcaster, revenue strategist, and business performance optimizer who guides entrepreneurs to accelerate their impact and income by making their business perform 10 times better. On today’s show, she gives us some great tips on how to follow the ‘golden thread’ to pull the right audience into your world, what to do if you are just starting out in your podcasting journey and how to define your audience and make you they a...2020-11-191h 14Beyond Influencer MarketingBeyond Influencer MarketingHow to be influential during interviews - Melanie BensonTop podcast host, author and Profit Amplifier Melanie Benson shares how you can position yourself as an authority on podcast interviews and other virtual and live stages. Melanie's Lessons to Be Influential During Interviews During our conversation, Melanie reveals:  Why being featured on interviews is essential for you to position yourself as an expert and grow your business The key elements of a successful introduction: credibility boosters Ways to borrow credibility when you are a beginner How to keep your audience engaged and build trust during your interview Common mistakes entrepreneurs make when they h...2020-04-2027 minPositive ProductivityPositive ProductivityMelanie Benson, Profit Amplifier from Melanie Benson Inc.Melanie Benson is the Profit Amplifier from Melanie Benson Inc. Listen in on my inspiring conversation with Melanie as we discuss her road blocks, pot holes, growth, and transformation into the successful business woman she is today. Highlights: 1:07 Brief on Melanie’s road traveled- 6 figure biz and burnout 3:25 Unleashing her FIRE, then hitting a pot hole in 2009 4:50 Every level of our growth requires another level of us to emerge 8:06 Burn out happens 12:25 You need a mastermind and an inner circle of people you trust 13:19 You ca...2018-06-1044 minThe Go-Giver PodcastThe Go-Giver Podcast062 Profit Amplifier - Melanie BensonProfit, Prosperity, Mindset, Business, Leadership   Summary   Have you ever said no to receiving even something simple? I think most of us have. We’ll look at that in our Thought of the Day. And in our interview segment, Melanie Benson helps us figure out the bottlenecks that can get in the way of our prosperity. That and more on today’s show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   You’ll discover:   The source of the lack-thinking we see so often in society. Ho...2017-04-0421 min