• How You Can Be Clear and Be Active
    Aug 22 2025

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    Ever wonder why some businesses thrive while others struggle despite similar market conditions? The answer might be simpler than you think.

    Morris Sims reveals the two fundamental pillars that underpin all successful business ventures: clarity and action. Drawing from his own entrepreneurial journey, Morris shares how he spent two years waiting for clients while "hearing nothing but crickets" before realizing he lacked true clarity about his business. This personal revelation led him to develop a framework that has transformed countless businesses since.

    The clarity pillar requires answering three critical questions: what you truly want (creating a vivid mental picture of your desired outcome), why you want it (finding your emotional driver that's "wrapped in passion and fueled with emotion"), and how you'll achieve it (developing a focused strategy). Morris uses the powerful metaphor of rivers versus swamps to illustrate why focusing on a single strategy creates deeper impact than spreading yourself thin across multiple approaches.

    The action pillar introduces a life-changing distinction between goals and desires that Morris learned from his mentor, Dr. Randy Marshall. This concept—that goals are entirely within your control while desires depend on external factors—provides the key to maintaining mental health while pursuing business success. By focusing your energy on achievable goals that increase the likelihood of your desires being fulfilled, you create a practical roadmap to success without the anxiety of attempting to control the uncontrollable.

    Ready to transform your business approach? Listen now to discover how these simple yet profound concepts can help you create a clear vision, develop a focused strategy, and take consistent action toward your business goals. The path to success starts with being clear and being active—and Morris is betting on you to make it happen.

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  • The Art of Personal Connection in Business
    Aug 20 2025

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    Mary Cravens shares her expertise on helping coaches create a steady stream of great clients without relying on social media, focusing instead on building relationships and having direct business conversations. She reveals simple yet powerful client acquisition strategies that save time while creating meaningful connections.

    • Personal connection trumps social media for client acquisition
    • Handwritten notes and small gestures make massive impact in a digital world
    • Asking "Can we talk business?" eliminates awkward sales transitions
    • Virtual coffee meetings are an effective relationship-building tool
    • Focus on psychographics over demographics when defining ideal clients
    • Understanding the three core problems your ideal clients face simplifies marketing
    • Speaking to groups can generate significant business without requiring a fee
    • Follow your natural strengths rather than forcing yourself into uncomfortable marketing methods
    • Authenticity in your approach is what ultimately attracts clients

    To learn more about Mary's approach, visit simplygetclients.com and take her free "More Clients, Less Marketing" class that shows how to align all your marketing efforts into a cohesive client generation strategy.


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    24 mins
  • Why Business Owners Can't Ignore Podcasting
    Aug 13 2025

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    Ever wondered why your business's social media efforts aren't converting to sales? The answer might be simpler than you think: you're competing for attention in spaces designed for distraction.

    Podcast strategist Alecia Gulati reveals the transformative power of podcasting for small business owners in this eye-opening conversation. Unlike social media's quick-hit dopamine cycle, podcasting creates an intimate space where listeners deliberately choose to spend 30 uninterrupted minutes with you – a level of attention virtually impossible to achieve elsewhere in digital marketing.

    Gulati pulls back the curtain on her comprehensive podcast launch strategy, debunking the "launch in 24 hours" myth with her proven two-month process. From conducting 8-10 hours of market research to building pre-launch anticipation with audience involvement, she details how thoughtful planning creates sustainable podcasting success. For busy entrepreneurs concerned about time commitment, she shares her genius 10-minute episode format that delivered major SEO benefits and client acquisition with minimal production effort.

    As AI floods our digital landscape with computer-generated content, Gulati emphasizes how podcasting showcases your humanity – your stories, experiences, and genuine connection with audience struggles. This authenticity creates trust no algorithm can replicate. The best part? Starting requires minimal investment: a decent USB microphone, free editing software, and affordable hosting.

    Whether you're considering a limited series or an ongoing show, discover how podcasting might be the missing piece in your marketing strategy. Ready to turn listeners into leads? Visit helpmypod.com for resources, workshops, and free consultations to get started.

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    28 mins
  • What You Believe About Selling Is Probably Wrong
    Aug 6 2025

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    Bob Burg shares his journey from struggling salesperson to sales expert, revealing how learning a proven methodology transformed his results in just three weeks. He explains why selling is about discovering what others need and helping them get it, not convincing people to buy things they don't want.

    • The etymology of "sell" comes from Old English "salan" meaning "to give"
    • Professional selling means giving time, attention, counsel, education, empathy and value
    • People buy when they believe the value exceeds the price or cost
    • Value is always in the eyes of the beholder, not what the salesperson thinks is valuable
    • Building trust requires both competence (skills) and character (integrity)
    • Referral business is powerful because it's built on borrowed trust
    • Great discovery eliminates the need for fancy closing techniques
    • Address common objections proactively as part of your education process
    • Sales is a noble profession when focused on helping others get what they want

    Check out Bob's new book "Streetwise to Saleswise: Become Objectionproof and Beat the Sales Blues" co-authored with Jeff West. Visit burg.com for more information about Bob's virtual speaking for teams and events.


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  • Network Like a Pro: Expanding Your Connections
    Jul 30 2025

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    Forget everything you thought you knew about networking. Devin Sizemore, creator of the Connection Expansion System, reveals why most business owners are wasting precious opportunities by focusing exclusively on finding clients when they should be building strategic relationships.

    Have you ever walked into a networking event scanning the room for prospects, only to leave disappointed? You're not alone. The traditional approach to networking yields dismal results, with the industry considering a 5% success rate "good." Devin shatters this paradigm with his revolutionary approach that has helped over 700 people build million-dollar networks.

    The magic begins with a simple mindset shift: "There's value in every relationship." Rather than filtering a room of 50 people down to 5-6 potential clients, Devin teaches us to expand our vision and control what we can control – our conversations, our follow-up systems, and the value we provide. When you change your "ask" from seeking clients to seeking strategic partners who have access to your ideal clients, everything transforms.

    The results speak for themselves. One client implemented Devin's system and generated $500,000 in just 60 days with zero cold calls or additional marketing. Another client shifted from asking for ideal clients to requesting introductions to mastermind hosts, yielding 17 scheduled presentations in just two months. Devin himself maintains email campaigns with astonishing 87-96% open rates – all because his network is genuinely engaged.

    Whether you're an introvert who dreads traditional networking or an extrovert looking to maximize your connections, Devin offers practical advice for building what he calls a "strategic network" – one that responds whenever you need anything, from sales opportunities to strategic partnerships, vendors, speaking engagements, or employees.

    Ready to transform your approach to networking? Put your phone down, take out your AirPods, and discover how casual conversations in unexpected places can lead to your most valuable business relationships.

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    36 mins
  • Sales Struggles and Triumphs
    Jul 29 2025

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  • You're Leaving Money on the Table by Not Following Up
    Jul 23 2025

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    Discover the untapped profit potential hiding in your business with digital marketing expert John Wieberg. This eye-opening conversation reveals how seemingly small adjustments to your marketing, sales process, and follow-up systems can multiply your profit margins without working harder.

    John shares a striking example of a barrel sauna company leaving money on the table by failing to offer any follow-up services or complementary products after the initial sale. This common mistake illustrates why most businesses operate at just 10% profit margin when they could be earning substantially more through strategic optimization.

    The episode takes a deep dive into email marketing, which John describes as "by far the highest ROI marketing across any channel, period." Learn why most businesses approach email all wrong and how proper segmentation, frequency, and content strategy can transform your results. Contrary to popular belief, John explains why the platform you use matters far less than what you actually write in your emails. His practical advice on writing compelling emails feels like a masterclass in digital communication.

    Perhaps most valuable is John's perspective on where to invest in your business. He makes a compelling case that hiring specialized help for email marketing and sales follow-up isn't an expense—it's an investment that pays for itself many times over. As John puts it, "When you can drop your ego and let experts help improve your business, the world's a difference."

    Connect with John at profitallies.com to discover how he can help guarantee growth for your business starting day one of working together. His parting wisdom says it all: "Your attitude is not defined by your life. Your life is defined by your attitude."

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  • Digital First Impressions: The Website Revolution You Need
    Jul 16 2025

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    Are you secretly embarrassed by your website? You're not alone.

    In this revealing episode of the Commission Code Podcast, host Morris Sims welcomes guest Lindy Nowak, founder of Up In A Day, who uncovers the hidden business blocker affecting countless entrepreneurs: website embarrassment. This powerful conversation exposes how outdated, unattractive, or poorly-functioning websites prevent businesses from launching marketing campaigns, sending traffic to their sites, and ultimately growing their revenue.

    Lindy shares her fascinating journey from corporate creative director at brands like L'Oreal and Women's Health to entrepreneurship, explaining how she identified a critical need among small business owners for professional, conversion-driven websites without the typical headaches and high costs. Her company's focus on rapid turnaround isn't just about speed – it's about removing barriers that keep businesses stuck in place when "business waits for no one."

    The discussion tackles essential questions every business owner faces: Does everyone truly need a website? How important is strategic messaging? What platforms work best for different business types? Through practical insights, Lindy explains why websites serve as crucial conversion platforms even when initial contact happens elsewhere, and how proper messaging attracts ideal clients while filtering out poor fits.

    For those wondering how to drive traffic to a new website, the episode provides actionable strategies from leveraging warm networks to creating valuable content that solves problems for ideal clients. Lindy also unpacks the power of strategic email marketing that educates rather than constantly sells, keeping businesses top-of-mind during the multiple touchpoints of the buyer's journey.

    Whether you're a solopreneur frustrated with DIY website attempts or an established business owner whose digital presence no longer reflects your evolution, this episode delivers the framework to transform your website from a source of embarrassment to a powerful business asset that drives growth and builds confidence.

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    30 mins