David Drazil is an architect who turned his passion for sketching into a profitable online business. He has created a community of over 240,000 Instagram followers, and leverages his years of experience teaching others how to Sketch Like an Architect.

In this episode, Chris and David discuss David’s journey from starting on Instagram sharing simple tips and tricks, to creating a diverse product suite. David shares how the pandemic shifted his business, the strategy behind generating 2 million impressions on a monthly basis via Pinterest, and the impact hosting virtual summits has had for his business!

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Join Chris as he hosts his 3-hour virtual Deep Dive Planning session on April 10th, with special guest coach, Matthew Kimberley! You'll get access to an exclusive event workbook, complete a business diagnosis session, network with like minded entrepreneurs and walk away with a full 90-day action plan to achieve your goals. Limited spots available, secure yours now!

Episode Timestamps

• [03:25] - The Power of Visual Communication in Business
• [04:32] - Leveraging Social Media and Content Creation for Growth
• [06:17] - The Impact of the Pandemic on Online Learning and Growth
• [15:47] - Maximizing Pinterest for Business
• [18:16] - Simplifying to Amplify
• [21:50] - The Power of Doing the Work
• [24:23] - The Magic of Virtual Summits
• [28:04] - Evolving Your Niche for Greater Impact and Profit
• [29:11] - Maximizing Post-Summit Engagement and Segmentation
• [37:44] - The Challenge of Maintaining a Hobby as a Business
• [40:12] - Chris' Coaching Corner: The Missing Piece in David's Ecosystem

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

• The pivotal moment David realized he could monetize his expertise
• Why ‘doing the work’ is the #1 key for business success
• How David runs his virtual summits and the importance of the follow-up
• Learning to separate the hobby and the business

Important Links & Mentions From This Episode

• Join Our Deep Dive Planning on April 10th
• Connect with David on Instagram
• Check out the Sketch Like an Architect Website
• Take the FREE Scale to Seven™ Scorecard
• Join the Youpreneur Incubator Community
• Apply for Chris’ Inner Circle, the Round Table Mastermind
• Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube Channel
• Browse the Youpreneur FM Podcast...

Skye Barbour is a business consultant for 6-figure+ female-led agency owners, helping them stay within their zone of genius, optimize seamless systems and elevate their small, but mighty teams.

In this episode, Chris and Skye discuss how Skye went from excelling in the corporate world, to taking the leap and transitioning to entrepreneurship. Skye highlights the importance of leveraging individual strengths, delegating weaknesses, and the significance of strong relationships when it comes to growing a successful business.

Your Personal Invitation

Join Chris as he hosts his 3-hour virtual Deep Dive Planning session on April 10th, with special guest coach, Matthew Kimberley! You'll get access to an exclusive event workbook, complete a business diagnosis session, network with like minded entrepreneurs and walk away with a full 90-day action plan to achieve your goals. Limited spots available, secure yours now!

Episode Timestamps

• [03:09] - Skye's Journey: From Dyslexia to Business Success
• [11:47] - The Power of Relationships in Business and Life
• [16:49] - Skye's Business Ecosystem: From Low Ticket to High Value Offers
• [20:23] - Failures and Lessons Learned
• [21:30] - Scaling Success and Strategic Missteps
• [23:03] - From Self-Sabotage to Recovery
• [27:25] - Embracing the Present: A Day in the Life of Skye Today
• [36:05] - Chris' Coaching Corner: Strategic Advice for Skye

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

• The importance of surrounding yourself with like-minded people
• Overcoming mistakes and turning them into valuable lessons
• Learning to trust your intuition as an entrepreneur
• The beauty of creating a sustainable business and lifestyle

Important Links & Mentions From This Episode

• Join Our Deep Dive Planning on April 10th
• Connect with Skye on Instagram
• Check out Skye's Website
• Take the FREE Scale to Seven™ Scorecard
• Join the Youpreneur Incubator Community
• Apply for Chris’ Inner Circle, the Round Table Mastermind
• Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube Channel
• Browse the Youpreneur FM Podcast Archive

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Jessica Rose is the Founder of Jewellers Academy, which was created when she was just 19-years old. In this episode, Chris and Jessica discuss Jessica’s journey from starting a brick and mortar business to pivoting to an exclusively online model during the pandemic.

Jessica shares how she’s created an engaged online community, the importance of growing a team that supports your mission, and how Jessica has used her personal brand to continue scaling the business to new heights.

Your Personal Invitation

Join Chris as he hosts his 3-hour virtual Deep Dive Planning session on April 10th, with special guest coach, Matthew Kimberley! You'll get access to an exclusive event workbook, complete a business diagnosis session, network with like minded entrepreneurs and walk away with a full 90-day action plan to achieve your goals. Limited spots available, secure yours now!

Episode Timestamps

• [02:24] - The Journey from Brick and Mortar to Online
• [04:10] - The Challenges and Opportunities of Going Online
• [05:46] - The Importance of Listening to Your Audience
• [06:38] - Utilizing YouTube and Instagram for Growth
• [10:08] - The Evolution of Jess’ Business
• [22:27] - The Role of a Team in Scaling a Business
• [24:49] - The Concept of ‘Luck’ in Business
• [29:05] - The Importance of a Personal Brand
• [30:09] - The Power of Community in Business
• [34:47] - Chris’ Coaching Corner: Strategies for Business Growth

Essential Learning Points From This Episode

• How Jess has evolved with the times to ensure her business doesn’t get left behind
• The challenges Jess faced during the pandemic and how she overcame them
• The importance of building a community and listening to your audience
• Growing a team of people who support your mission

Important Links & Mentions From This Episode

• Join Our Deep Dive Planning on April 10th
• Connect with Jess on Instagram
• Check out the Jewellers Academy Website
• Take the FREE Scale to Seven™ Scorecard
• Join the Youpreneur Incubator Community
• Apply for Chris’ Inner Circle, the Round Table Mastermind
• Subscribe to Chris’ YouTube Channel
• Browse the Youpreneur FM Podcast Archive

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