The #PrettyAwkward Entrepreneur Podcast Megan Yelaney

This episode explores how life changes can redefine what it means to be successful in entrepreneurship. It emphasizes the importance of adapting and evolving in order to thrive and avoid burnout. Meg shares personal experiences and encourages listeners to redefine their own definitions of success. We close it up by providing steps for making the right changes to your business after a shift in identity.
 
Takeaways
 
Life changes can completely shift your perspective on success in business.
Adapting and evolving in response to life changes is essential for long-term growth and a sustainable business.
Redefining success means prioritizing what truly matters to you in your current season of life.
Making changes in your business after a shift in identity requires reflection, courage, and a willingness to let go of old definitions of success.
 
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This episode discusses the importance of balancing business and family life and challenges the narrative of 'doing it all'. Meg shares her personal experience of prioritizing her business over her marriage and the realization that family memories are more valuable than money or success. She emphasizes the concept of a 'life first, business second' approach, where entrepreneurs build their businesses around their life priorities. The episode also explores the idea that business topics may evolve over time and encourages listeners to find passion and purpose in their work. Meg cautions against comparing oneself to the unrealistic expectations set by society and highlights the need for self-compassion.
 
Takeaways
 
No amount of money, recognition, or success is worth missing out on core memories with your family.
Entrepreneurs who prioritize their life first and build their business around it are more likely to build long-lasting businesses and make a bigger impact.
It's important to regularly reassess and align your business goals with your life priorities.
Finding passion and purpose in your work is crucial for long-term fulfillment.
Comparing yourself to others and trying to 'do it all' can lead to feelings of failure and burnout. Practice self-compassion and set realistic expectations.
 
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In this episode, Meg discusses the four things that entrepreneurs should audit before making any big changes in their business. 
 
The first step is an energetic and time audit, where entrepreneurs assess their availability and energetic capacity. The second step is a health audit, focusing on movement, eating habits, social media use, and personal growth. The third step is a financial and success audit, examining the relationship with money and success. The final step is an audit of easy moments of happiness, identifying the moments in the business that brought the most fulfillment and joy. Meg emphasizes the importance of aligning the business with the entrepreneur's current life and values and gives you specific questions and exercises to do to really do this audit justice!
 
Takeaways
 
Before making any big changes in your business, it's important to conduct an audit to assess your availability, energetic capacity, health habits, financial goals, and moments of happiness.
Consider your time availability on a daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis, and identify non-negotiable commitments that may affect your business.
Evaluate your energetic capacity and make adjustments to your schedule and workload accordingly.
Prioritize your health by assessing your movement/exercise, eating habits, social media use, and personal growth habits.
Examine your relationship with money and success, and ensure that your financial goals align with your core values.
Reflect on the moments in your business that brought the most fulfillment and joy, and incorporate those elements into your current business model.
By conducting these audits, you can make informed decisions about the changes needed in your business to align with your current life and values.




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In this episode, Meg discusses the biggest mindset shift she needed to take with her business in order to see her income 5x in one year, especially when it comes to content.
 
She emphasizes the need for a blend of mindset and strategy, sharing her own experience of how mindset shifts propelled her business growth. 
 
Meg encourages listeners to envision their ideal day and the freedom they desire, reminding them of their initial reasons for starting their business. 
 
Biz Resources
 
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In this episode, Meg discusses the growth of her new Instagram account and shares three types of content that have helped her attract ideal client followers. These types include POV videos, day in the life videos, and storytelling. 
 
Meg emphasizes the importance of relatability and vulnerability in storytelling and encourages listeners to share their truth, even if it may attract negative comments. 
 
She also highlights the need for consistency and niche targeting in order to attract and retain followers.
 
Biz Resources/Links Mentioned
 
→Join the 3-Day Free Challenge, Mastering Sales Through Storytelling here: https://meganyelaney.com/storytelling
 
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→POV Video example: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4iAGOSOLg6/
 
→Day In The Life example: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C2C25XXOa4_/?igsh=Y3VoeGY5OW5nNzhh 
 
→Storytelling example: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Czq0oTQuBN2/?igsh=c2h6bnNjamYyb3V6 
 

Storytelling is the fastest way to increase trust and sales on social media. It helps people see themselves in your “before” and feel more capable to actually make a change. 
 
But one of the biggest parts of a story that’s needed to actually sell your offer is a *pivotal moment*.
 
In this episode I walk you through a few exercises to find what your pivotal moment should be, just in time for our 3-day Free, Mastering Sales Through Storytelling challenge, happening on April 23, 24, and 25th! Secure your spot through the link below!



Biz Resources
 
→Join the 3-Day Free Challenge, Mastering Sales Through Storytelling here: https://meganyelaney.com/storytelling
 
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