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Jonathan Goodman Blog
39m ago
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It's easier than ever to start a business. It's great, because it creates an even playing field.
On the other hand, it can muddy the waters and make it hard for you, and potential clients, to know who to trust.
How to avoid accidentally creating a reputation you don't want
1-3-6 framework to creating a fulfilling life and profitable business
The permission you didn't know you needed
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Jonathan Goodman Blog
2d ago
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There will be a time when something outside your control could derail your business.
Learning how to respond and not react will keep your business on track.
Two lessons in dealing with outside influences that impact your business
How to buy yourself time to problem solve and put your clients at ease at the same time
Why people panic problem-solve
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Jonathan Goodman Blog
6d ago
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You already feel like you need to prove yourself. Then when you have family telling you your business isn't going to work -- well, now it feels like the gap to prove yourself is 10x bigger.
Defining what "proving yourself" actually means
Managing internal dialogue that screws with your head
What to do instead of trying to convince your naysayers
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Jonathan Goodman Blog
6d ago
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Happy 5-Reps Friday!
Here's what's new this week.
Obvious Choice Podcast Episodes:
203: 7 Mistakes Made Based On Conventional Wisdom (Hot Seat)
204: Legal And Ethical Policies For Coaches*
205: Giovanni Marsico | Become a Master Tribe Builder
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Jonathan Goodman Blog
1w ago
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When you work with people, you'll inevitably run into situations that are stressful to navigate.
Have the right policies in place so you know what to do and your clients know what to expect.
The policy inspired by a French client who laid the verbal smackdown on Ren
How not to be Scrooge McDuck with your policies
Knowing when to bend policy and how not to be a firefighter in your business
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Jonathan Goodman Blog
1w ago
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Following conventional wisdom can be a mistake. The nature of conventional wisdom is to communicate a broad, widely accepted concept. When it's applied to a nuanced situation, it can backfire.
Why two membership sites meant to generate passive income failed
Why collaboration sounds great in theory but isn't the sales fuel you want it to be
Your business isn't like the Field of Dreams
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Jonathan Goodman Blog
1w ago
Happy 5-Reps Friday!
Here's what's new this week.
Obvious Choice Podcast Episodes:
200: Convert Social Media Followers To Email (Hot Seat)*
201: Why Clients Quit (And How To Prevent It)
202: Jim Sheils | Protecting Family Time As An Entrepreneur
*If you only listen to one, make it this one.
Moving on, here are 2 fitness concepts, 2 business nuggets, and a quote to consider this week.
2 Fitness Tips
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40/20 sets are a great combination of intensity, work capacity, and endurance.
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Jonathan Goodman Blog
2w ago
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By their 18th summer, you'll have spent 85% of your quality time with your kids.
Start spending more intentional time with the people that mean the most to you.
The great entrepreneurial lie and why you should be Intermittent Tech Fasting
Using the Ben Franklin approach and rapid experimentation to help yourself and your kids grow
Using board meetings to build deeper connections with your kids
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Jonathan Goodman Blog
2w ago
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When a client quits, it's like a punch to the gut. Knowing why they often quit means you can take steps to prevent it.
The three buckets of reasons why clients quit
The three main points clients tend to leave (plus a guaranteed way to increase testimonials)
The four-part framework to solve clients quitting
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Jonathan Goodman Blog
2w ago
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If your chosen social media platform were to suddenly not be available - would your business survive?
It's good to have an off-ramp for your followers long before you need it.
How to dig the well before you're thirsty
Why a free PDF gets more interest than a free book
What to say and do after someone shows interest in your freebie
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