Authentic Selling and the Power of Downtime in Business

Send a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam delve into the value of creating space for relaxation and inspiration in business as a means to access your intuition and the powerful insight you need for business growth. They share their experiences at Kate’s recent Inspired Business Bali Retreat and Sam’s upcoming guided European tour.They then delve into the topic of authentic selling; what that means, how to do it well and why so many women struggle to sell. They discuss how the entrepreneurial spirit thrives in unexpected places. Get ready to be inspired and motivated on your own entrepreneurial journey!Kate and Sam discuss the importance of embracing imperfection and getting on with business as women as Sam struggles with a cold and a cold sore while recording.Kate shares her experience at the Inspired Business Bali retreat, where female entrepreneurs focused on their businesses in the tranquil surrounds of Bali.The retreat allowed for introspection and the release of emotional burdens carried by the participants.Sam talks about her upcoming trip to Europe and how she's relinquishing control by joining a guided coach tour.The challenges of justifying investments in oneself and the pressure to demonstrate a tangible return on investment are discussed.The value of creating space for relaxation and inspiration is highlighted, even though it may not lead to immediate results.Kate shares a story about authentic selling she witnessed in Bali, where the sellers identified needs and offered their services without being pushy.The contrast between poor selling experiences and the positive impact of genuine conversations and customer focus is emphasized.The Balinese culture fosters an entrepreneurial spirit due to the lack of a safety net, and they find creative ways to survive and thrive.When you focus on genuinely looking for opportunities to serve it attracts opportunities for growth and recognition.Finding your people and serving them aligns with your purpose and values, allowing for business flow.And so much more!Connect with the Women Doing Business Hosts:Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired BusinessWebsite: https://katiedejong.com/Instagram: katedejong.inspiredbusinessEmail: [email protected] Morris | The Business ImplementorWebsite: https://thebusinessimplementor.com/Instagram: sammorris.businesscoachEmail: [email protected] with Your Hosts:Kate De Jong, PhD | Inspired Business 🌐 Website: https://katedejong.com/ 📱 Instagram: @katedejong.inspiredbusiness ✉️ Email: [email protected] Morris | The O8 🌐 Website: https://www.theo8.com/ 📱 Instagram: @the_o8crew ✉️ Email: [email protected] Business Podcast 🌐Website:   https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/ JOIN OUR WORKSHOPS🌐 https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/workshopsCOME ON THE 2026 BALI RETREAT🌐 https://www.thrivingbusinesspodcast.com/baliretreat2026