PODCAST · business
Minding My Own Business
by Future-proof Strategist
This podcast will be a practical and easy to understand podcast about growing your business to new levels you never thought were possible, as a Caribbean-based entrepreneur or with Caribbean-based roots. Expect to find weekly episodes full of practical business tips and insights which you can implement immediately.Don't miss a single insightful episode by following this podcast so you can Mind Your Own THRIVING Business.I'm Sharon as a business optimizer, it is my mission to help businesses grow to new heights through focus and taking the right action.
Episodes
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Year Planning Series — Part 1: Why most Entrepreneurs don't successfully execute their plans
Most entrepreneurs plan their year. Most don’t execute it. Studies show that around 57% of businesses fail to execute their strategic plans, not because they lack discipline, but because their plans are vague, unrealistic, disconnected from daily actions, or never revisited. In Part 1 of this...
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'You're expensive' - The step-by-step how to deal with it
What do you say when a potential client says, “You're more expensive than [insert competitor]”? In this episode, I break down exactly how to handle the “too expensive” objection without getting defensive, discounting your price, or sounding desperate. You’ll learn: What not to say when price...
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Stop avoiding networking events: 9 strategies that turn awkward into opportunities
Do you avoid networking events because they feel awkward and you never know what to say? You're not alone. Many sales professionals and entrepreneurs skip valuable networking opportunities because they dread the small talk and feel uncomfortable approaching strangers. In this episode, I share 9...
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No more Pain-in-the-A clients: how to attract the ones you actually like
Most entrepreneurs say yes too fast. In this episode, I show you how to stop attracting draining clients and start filtering for the ones who respect your time, pay well, and come to do the work. Learn the 3 key shifts that turn your sales process into a filter for amazing clients.
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How to create viral content (that actually helps your business)
In this episode, I'm diving into the real deal behind viral content. Not just how to make it, but how to use it on purpose. Forget the myths and gimmicks. You’ll learn: What viral content actually is (and isn’t) Why going viral can help your business but only if you know what to do with it Three...
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Why potential customers are saying no (and what to do about it)
Got a ‘no’ from a potential client? Don’t walk away just yet. In this episode, I break down how to handle objections without sounding desperate or pushy. You’ll learn the top 3 reasons people say no, how to reframe the conversation, and when it’s actually smart to walk away. No fluff. Just clear,...
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Need a Client Today? Steal My 4 steps
Need a client today? Posting more content won’t cut it. In this episode, I break down the exact sales steps you need to take right now to land a paying client—no fluff, no waiting, just action. If you’re tired of hoping and ready to start closing, hit play. Let’s get you your next client.
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How to see unfollowing & unsubscribes
Do unfollows and unsubscribes give you a knot in your stomach? You’re not alone. But what if they were actually a good thing? In this episode, I break down why losing followers isn’t a failure—it’s a purification process. The right audience will stick. The wrong ones? Let them go. Tune in and...
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Why you're not attracting the right clients through your marketing
If your marketing isn’t converting, it might be because you’re speaking to people who don’t even know they have a problem. This episode is your wake-up call to shift your messaging—cut the tech talk and connect with your audience on a real, human level. In this episode, I cut through the fluff…
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"Is My Goal Realistic?" - 3 Steps To Test That
How do I know if my goal is realistic?”. Realistic doesn’t mean small or safe. It means achievable based on your resources, time, and willingness to put in the work. In this episode, I'll guide you Through my 3-step framework to test whether your goals are realistic, so you can stop…
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Why Entrepreneurs Fear Goal Setting (and How to Overcome It)
We’re tackling a big one: the fear of goal setting. If you’ve ever thought, “Goal setting doesn’t work for me,” or you’ve given up on planning altogether, this episode is for you. Inspired by a client’s transformation, I’m diving into the two biggest fears behind goal setting. Plus, we’ll explore...
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The Secrets to Effective Year Planning Part III: Why Your Goals Fail (And How to Fix Them for Good)
Does the start of every year feel like a fresh new chapter, but by December, you're stuck in the same place, with unfulfilled goals and a sense of frustration? In this episode, I tackle the three biggest reasons why goal setting and planning fail for most entrepreneurs. Kuminsá! + Limited Time...
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The Secrets to Effective Year Planning Part II: How to Plan As A Solopreneur
Want to finally know how to make an effective and winning year plan as a solopreneur? In this episode, I share a comprehensive guide for solopreneurs on how to effectively plan for the year 2025. I cover all the essential steps including reflection on past performance, dreaming big to set a…
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The Secrets to Effective Year Planning Part I: How to Plan If You Have a Team
Feeling overwhelmed when thinking about how to plan the upcoming year, together with your team? In this episode, I'm your planning bestie, and we dive into the essentials of planning for business owners with teams larger than a “plus one.” With over 10 years of experience in business consultancy...
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Overcoming the Fear of Being Seen: Practical Tips for Online Visibility
Does the thought of showing up online scare you? Or maybe you don't know where to start? In this episode, I provide you with practical tips and strategies, I tell you about the common 3 fears we have and how to start anyway, What type of content to start with, and I also share one free app that...
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A good start is not important, this is... #9
We deep dive into why a good start is not as important as most think, but why a good race is. Wel also dive into why they are not the same! If you are ready to scale your service-based business to 15k consistent months, then check out The Business Nest. A group coaching program to scale your...
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From not enough clients to clients flowing in like a river: Eugenique her story
"My clients don't understand what I do". Eugenique shares what she did to change that and how clients are now flowing in like a river. In this episode, she also shares the importance of truly understanding your ideal client, and also what her top 3 of must-do's are if you want to work with…
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The roadmap to 15K: Mindset - How Entrepreneurs keep themselves small and how to fix that
Are your limiting beliefs and your 'small' mindset keeping you from hitting 15k consistent months? In the third part of the 15k roadmap series, I dive into the mindset differences between entrepreneurs and the rest and the questions to ask to overcome them. P.S. Do you want to grow to 15k months...
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The roadmap to 15k - Part II: Building Scalable Offers for Success
Are you already exhausted and feel burnt out and can't see how you can grow to 15K months? In this second episode I focus on the importance of having a scalable offer that can consistently bring you to 15K months without burning out. P.S. Do you want to grow to 15k months and experience more…
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The roadmap to 15k - Part I: Why you're not hitting 15k months (and how to fix that)
Are you struggling to hit 15k consistently in your business, despite working so hard? In this first episode of this series, I dive into the common mistakes that hold Caribbean entrepreneurs back from hitting 15k consistent months and share the secrets how to fix that. P.S Do you want to grow to…
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Your expertise isn't enough: here's what you really need to succeed
Many aspiring entrepreneurs start businesses based and rely on their expertise to build a thriving business. I argue why this is not enough on its own to build a thriving business. I outline three key reasons for this. If you want to stop struggling and build a thriving business, read more...
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How to Identify and Tackle Growing Pains in Your Business #8
In today's episode, let's dive into the critical 'growth must-knows for entrepreneurs. Having personally experienced these growth cycles multiple times, I share insights and actionable tips that have helped me and countless others break through to the next level. Plus, don’t miss out on details...
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Blessings which are also mind f$cks #7
We're delving into the fascinating world of the Law of Attraction and spiritual practices. Let's discuss two unexpected twists of blessings that can also feel like mindf#cks. Secondly, we'll explore the information age's gift and curse—the vast sea of knowledge available at our fingertips. While...
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Stop it! "Giving it time" won't grow your business #6
In this podcast, I give tough love and debunk the myth that simply giving more time to your business is the key to success. I focus on three specific areas to help you grow your Caribbean business. Tune in for actionable strategies and empowering guidance that challenge conventional wisdom and…
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The Space You Take Up Determines Your Business Success #5
In this episode, I dive into how claiming your space in business is crucial for growth. Using a personal experience from a trip to Bonaire, discover how making yourself small in areas like visibility, pricing, and during networking can hold you back. Gain practical examples and actionable…
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3 steps when you are behind on your yearly target #4
In this episode I delve into the topic of falling behind on your yearly business targets. As I reflect on my personal experiences and practical steps, I share valuable insights on what to do when your revenue and profit goals are not on track. Join me as I discuss the importance of monitoring,...
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The Journey to Filling Rooms: From 3 people to 70 #3
Hello, and welcome to "Minding Your Own Business." Today, I'm bringing you the raw truth and transparency about filling events with 50, 60, even 70 people. It's been a journey filled with lessons and no-fluff realizations. So, buckle up as we dive into the nitty-gritty how we organize sold out...
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The true role of an entrepreneur and a CEO of a small business #2
Hey there! In today's episode, I'm diving deep into debunking the stereotypical image of an entrepreneur and a managing director of an SME. As a creator and problem-solver, I've often fallen into the trap of constantly chasing the next big idea, but I've come to realize that there's more to being...
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Minding My Own Business: Starting from Scratch, My Journey as a Caribbean Entrepreneur #1
In this episode of ''Minding Your Own Business," I open up about my own entrepreneurial journey as a Caribbean entrepreneur. From my roots in Suriname and Curacao to my academic pursuits in the Netherlands, I open up about my corporate escapades, unexpected career detours, and the daunting...
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#017 Lessons learned from selling products at a pop-up
Failures, successes, and invaluable insights from selling a product at a market/pop-up.
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#016 - Getting better at what you do won't help & here's why
Most business owners think they need another certification to grow their business, and it breaks my heart. Why? Find out in this podcast.
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#015 - Is the entrepreneurial life for you? A checklist
The entrepreneurial road is not for everyone, this is real talk. But how do you know if it is for you or not? In this podcast, I talk about the bare minimum things that in my opinion fit an entrepreneurial mindset and character.
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#014 - Why you need a vivid vision as a business owner
If you want to be a business owner and not a freelancer, you need a vivid vision. In this podcast, I share with you what a vivid vision is and why you need it if you want to build a profitable business
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#013 - My 2022 Wrap-Up: The honest truth
In this episode, I am honest about how my 2022 went.
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#012 - How to determine your focus areas for this year
My clients know this mantra: you need focus areas in your business if you want to grow/accelerate. Trigger alert: you probably have too many! In this podcast I'll share with you how to find out how to know what your focus areas need to be for the upcoming period.
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#011 - The biggest mistake when planning your sales
In this episode I share the greatest pitfall when planning your sales year, especially for those of us that want to grow. Don't commit this mistake, it will cost you!
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#010 - The single goal we all MUST have
In this episode I share the goal that every entrepreneur and even team leader should have if not, you'll be in trouble. Yes, even for those who do not believe in goalsetting.
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#009 - What to do when you don't believe in goalsetting
This is for non-believers of goalsetting or making plans. In this episode I shed light on what you CAN do when you don't believe in or don't do goalsetting.
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#008 - 9,000 launch in 2 weeks
In this episode, I uncover the strategy and to-dos on how we were able to achieve a launch of 9,000 within a 2-week timeframe.
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#007 - Mistakes & Lessons learned when running multiple businesses
Running multiple businesses successfully requires different skills and points of focus. In this episode, I share with you my personal experiences and practical tips as (co-)owner of 3 businesses.
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#006 - How to sell your offer without the "must-haves"
Here's how you sell your offer without any of the "must have's" that most coaches claim you need: - no ads - no e-mail list - no ebook - no website - no webinar
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#005 - Why goal setting has not been working & How to make it work for you
Take charge of your 2021, with effective goal setting. You might have given up on goal setting, thinking that it may not work for you. Granted that goal-setting does not work when the only time you look at your goals again is at the end of the year. In this podcast, I explain why your goal…
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#004 - Using your intuition in business. Wise or not?
In this day and age, we seem to operate mostly from our ratio: things that make sense on paper, through reasoning or through numbers. Where does our intuition or feeling come in? In today's podcast Certified Life Coach, Kamla de Haas shares her opinion on why intuition in business is necessary.…
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#003 - How to proactively prepare your business during these times
Will you wait on your local government to tell you what to do or will you proactively look into what is needed for the continuity of YOUR business? In today's podcast Jill Lieuw-Sjong, Sr. Communications Advisor and COVID-19 Task Force Member at Meerlanden, shares the best practices on how you…
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#002 - How to stay focused on the right things in your business
At the end of a working day, your head is full. And at times, all you seem to be doing at work is putting out day-to-day burning fires and night time becomes the time when you can finally do your own work. #TeamNoSleep Recognizable? Do you want that?! On this podcast I am sharing 4 tips on how to...
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#001 - 3 Reasons why your business is struggling
Your business is struggling, but you have no idea WHY? In this podcast I will be sharing 3 Reasons with you on why your business is struggling. Stick around for Reason nr. 3, it is the most common one!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This podcast will be a practical and easy to understand podcast about growing your business to new levels you never thought were possible, as a Caribbean-based entrepreneur or with Caribbean-based roots. Expect to find weekly episodes full of practical business tips and insights which you can implement immediately.Don't miss a single insightful episode by following this podcast so you can Mind Your Own THRIVING Business.I'm Sharon as a business optimizer, it is my mission to help businesses grow to new heights through focus and taking the right action.
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