• To Niche or Not To Niche? The Pros and Cons of Niching and a Fresh, Liberating Approach to Business

  • Feb 29 2024
  • Length: 31 mins
  • Podcast
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To Niche or Not To Niche? The Pros and Cons of Niching and a Fresh, Liberating Approach to Business

  • Summary

  • In this episode, Kate and Sam tackle a topic that many business owners struggle with: whether or not to “niche down”. Many business coaches advise people to find a niche, which means targeting a specific segment of the market with a specialist service. There are many advantages to doing this, however it can also be constraining and high-risk. Kate and Sam discuss the liberating approach developed by Matt Church at the Thought Leaders Business School which challenges the conventional wisdom of niching. This approach has been a game changer for both Sam and Kate. Tune in as they discuss this alternative path to success, one that prioritises problem-solving over niche identification, creating flexibility, innovation, fulfilment and more!

    Key Highlights:

    • Unveiling the Thought Leaders ‘Cluster’ Approach as a Liberating Alternative to Niching: Discover how to move away from the niche model to solve specific problems for target markets through diverse delivery methods, embracing flexibility, adaptability, resilience and innovation.
    • Embracing Failure as a Stepping Stone: Understand the significance of embracing failure, with a 50 percent failure rate expected when launching new clusters (or any program / service / product for that matter!).
    • Navigating Imposter Syndrome and Originality: Kate and Sam dispel the myth of needing entirely original ideas to be recognised as a thought leader. Learn how to develop and package ideas uniquely, utilising tools like Thought Leaders' pink sheets to systemize intellectual property.
    • Encouragement for Entrepreneurs: The hosts discuss how to empower yourself to explore your authentic self and embrace your unique perspective and navigate the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship with confidence and clarity.

    To learn more about the Thought Leaders Business School, go here: https://thoughtleaders.com.au/

    Join Kate and Sam as they encourage listeners to embark on a journey of self-discovery and innovation, paving the way for success in today's competitive business landscape. Tune in to the Thriving Business Podcast for a wealth of insights and strategies to unlock business freedom and thrive in an ever-changing world.

    Connect with the Women Doing Business Hosts:

    Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business

    Website: https://katedejong.com/

    Instagram: katedejong.inspiredbusiness

    Email: kate@katedejong.com


    Sam Morris | The Business Implementor

    Website: https://thebusinessimplementor.com/

    Instagram: sammorris.businesscoach

    Email: sam@thebusinessimplementor.com



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