The Inspired Business Podcast Becky Kopitzke

There’s a point in every online business where you can choose to persevere or quit. But what does it really mean to persevere? You might be surprised to learn perseverance in business does NOT necessarily mean doubling down, putting in more hours, moving full speed ahead, ride or die. Sometimes perseverance looks like taking a break. And in this episode of The Inspired Business podcast, we’ll tell you why.

If you’re in a stage of business growth where you’re feeling burnt out, or burdened by the costs of sustaining your passion work, then tune in to today’s episode to discover how staying in business means staying the course, even when the course involves winding roads and detours.

Highlights:
What’s the difference between success and failure in online business?The entrepreneur brain and how different ideas fit for different seasonsTo be a serial entrepreneur, it helps to be a serial learnerPerseverance doesn’t necessarily mean working harder; sometimes it means pivoting or taking a break in order to keep from burning outThe “messy middle” of entrepreneurshipFirst things first: take care of the money stress, which might mean “tent making” (and why that’s the opposite of failure)What it really means to be “all in” in your businessPivoting in business might look like change, or it might look like adding a new ventureWhat do you need to do to make sure your business is still fun?Resources mentioned in this episode:
Happy Joy GoodsHer Business RocksEpisode 11 of Her Business Rocks: Surviving the Awkward Middle Stage of Business The Inspired Business MentorshipLooking for an online business manager? Contact Heidi at heidi@theinspiredbusiness.co.Are you a digital marketing genius? Take our quiz to find out!

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Why should more Christian business owners pursue financial gain? The money itself is not the reward, but rather what we can do with that money to further God’s kingdom. What would the world look like if more godly people had wealth to share?

In today’s episode we’re hearing from Alyssa Omdal, a top leader in Shaklee Corporation and an experienced direct sales professional. As a Christian mom, former Christian school teacher, and a pastor’s wife, Alyssa has wrestled with the concept of earning money, and she’ll share what she has learned over 12 years of successes and mistakes. Together we’ll discuss how our culture influences our thoughts on wealth (both for and against), and how feeling the tension of idolatry is actually a reminder to keep Jesus the main focus.

Finally, we’ll explore the stigma surrounding networking marketing, and reveal how when done well, network marketing is actually an excellent business model, especially for women and moms who want to prioritize family and help provide for their households.
 
Highlights:
Why does it matter who owns the wealth in our world?Refuting prosperity gospel as well as poverty gospelWhat does Batman do for a living, anyway?Cultural judgments on making moneyWhat does Jesus think about wealthy people?How to keep money from becoming an idolInsight into the people who funded Jesus’s ministryHow our work spreads “wealth” that’s not just financialSlaying the stigma surrounding networking marketingGetting over our misconceptions about money and working
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Thou Shall Prosper by Rabbi Daniel LapinRich young man and Jesus - Matthew 19:16-22Village of Hope in Zambia Shaklee CorporationConnect with Alyssa on her Facebook pageAre you a digital marketing genius? Take our quiz to find out!

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What role does prayer play in your business? As Christians, prayer is the most powerful tool we have at our disposal, and it’s not limited to your “non-work” life. Just as God is sovereign over every aspect of your character, activities, and relationships, He is also actively involved in your business.  Therefore, prayer is a key ingredient in navigating your personal entrepreneur journey.

In this episode of The Inspired Business podcast, we’re talking with Alana Terry, co-host of the Praying Christian Women podcast and a highly successful contentpreneur and coach. She’ll give us an inspiring dose of encouragement and insight into how prayer can and should be an integral part of our business lives.
 
Highlights:
Why we shouldn’t separate faith from business (and why it can be hard to pray for our work)Why praying for your business isn’t selfish but selflessHow prayer gets you off the hustle hamster wheelHow to discern what God is saying in response to our prayersWhat if God says no?Why it’s healthy to pray through disappointmentsA fresh way to look at “failures”Praying for your financesAlana’s grandma’s advice about moneyWhy gratitude is key to a powerful prayer lifeThe importance of “you” showing appreciation for “you”Resources mentioned in this episode:
NEW! Praying for Your Business: A Personal Planning Retreat for Christian Entrepreneurs
Alana Terry’s author website
Alana’s writer coaching courses: The Successful Writer
Praying Christian Women podcast

“Behold, You desire truth in the inward parts, And in the hidden part You will make me to know wisdom.” (Psalm 51:6, NKJV)
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Got too much work on your plate? As online business owners, we wear a lot of hats. Product creation, marketing, customer service, social media, podcast editing, bookkeeping, the list of to-do’s is endless—but our skill sets are not.

Most of us aren’t experts at all the skills needed to run a business, nor do we have the time to do it all. What would it do for your business to offload some of those non-favorite tasks to somebody else—somebody who is GOOD at those things you aren’t. How would that open your time to focus on the aspects of your business you love best?

In this episode of The Inspired Business Podcast, we’re chatting with the founder of the Virtual Assistant Studio, Amanda Rush Holmes, all about what a virtual assistant can do for you, and why hiring one might be the best investment you can make in your business growth.

Highlights:
What is a virtual assistant, anyway?How a virtual assistant helps you stay in your zone of geniusHow can we determine when it’s the right time to hire help?Amanda’s formula for calculating what you can spend on a VAHow to become a virtual assistantIntegrating work and family life is like blending colors with a paintbrushResources mentioned in this episode:
The Virtual Assistant StudioFull Time VA (Amanda’s signature program)The Millennial Mom Movement podcastAre you a digital marketing genius? Take our quiz to find out!

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Has anybody ever told you to believe in yourself? Or to follow your heart? On the surface these words appear to be encouraging, but dig into the Bible and you’ll find that “encouragement” is actually bad advice.

As Christian communicators and business owners, it’s imperative that we discern between worldly wisdom and God’s wisdom, especially when it comes to how we manage the call God has placed on our lives. In this episode of The Inspired Business Podcast, we’re dissecting three pieces of popular advice and revealing why the opposite is actually a wiser approach.

Highlights:
Recognizing the actual source of your value and why it takes the pressure offTrusting that God will open and close the right doors, even if they aren’t the ones you picked in the first placeWhat the definition of insanity gets wrongResources mentioned in this episode:
Hebrews 13:20-21
Philippians 2:13
John 15:5
Ephesians 3:20-21
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What's the deal with all these online business coaching programs? What does a coach do? How can a coach help you grow your audience, your influence, and your sales? How can you tell if and when it's time to hire a business coach?

In this episode of The Inspired Business Podcast, we'll break down the difference between online courses, coaching memberships, and one-on-one coaching programs, and we'll explore three factors that will help you determine if hiring a coach is the right next move for you and your goals.

Highlights:
Where I've been over the past few monthsMemberships vs. one-on-one or small group cohort coaching experiencesThree factors that will determine if you're ready to hire a coachTime... how are you spending yours?Clarity... what should or shouldn't you offer your audience?Commitment... how dedicated are you to reaching the transformation?Course collectors: Are you a DIYer or do you work better with guidance?The purpose of courses and coaching programs is to generate resultsResources mentioned in this episode:
Ep. 37 | How to Slow Down for the Summer Without Breaking Your BusinessThe Funnel ClubIntroducing The Inspired Business MentorshipBook a call with Becky to learn about the MentorshipAre you a digital marketing genius? Take our quiz to find out!

Plus watch our FREE masterclass: How to Create and Sell Digital Products Without Feeling Stupid, Salesy, or Sacrilegious