The Out & Proud Business Podcast

Join us in this episode where we face a big truth: being an entrepreneur can be tough. I talk openly about my own experiences with feeling stressed and doubting themselves. But here's the deal, these feelings are totally normal and something we need to get used to if we want to make it big.

Just like how working out at the gym needs us to push past what's comfortable to get stronger, being an entrepreneur needs the same grit. It's all about embracing the discomfort and seeing stress not as a bad guy, but as a part of the journey.

And here's the good news: you're not alone in this journey. If you're keen to tackle these challenges, go visit our Out and Proud Business Hub.

https://outandproudbusinesshub.com

It's a place where lots of experienced folks are ready to give you the support and tools you need to make your business flourish. Dive in, be strong and let's create amazing things together.

In this spirited and revealing conversation, we delve into the heart of mindful entrepreneurship, magnifying the importance of fostering a deep, intimate relationship with your thoughts and feelings. Be ready to challenge conventional norms of success as you meet our special guest, the effervescent Drew Ross - founder, CEO, and life coach. Their inspiring journey from corporate America to dedicated coaching powerfully underlines the beauty in becoming unfulfilled - a brave step to finding your true purpose.

Drew Ross enlightens us about their enriching coaching approach that resonates with our ethos at Titanology - shining the spotlight on personal growth and evolution, not just attainments. You'll get a sneak peek into techniques to visualize your future self, detailed and perfect. You'll learn to appreciate your current achievements while boldly striding towards your dreams. Our conversation explores innovative ways to navigate entrepreneurial challenges, keeping our emotional compass in check.

The power lies in your hands. Tune in, and join the Titanology community as we redefine success, encourage self-love, and cheer each other on. Remember, your unique journey contributes to our diverse rainbow. With us, every move, every risk, every triumph is absolutely worth it. You deserve to be here. You deserve to be celebrated. Get ready to embrace your journey, titan! 🌈🚀

Chapter 1: Introduction to Goal Setting and Personal Growth (00:12-01:08) Key points: The importance of goal setting, self-refection, and the relationship with one's thoughts. Chapter 2: Transitioning from Corporate Leadership to Coaching (01:53-03:36) Key points: The guest, Drew Ross, talks about his background in corporate America and his transition into coaching. Chapter 3: Becoming the Person You Want to Be (08:01-12:50) Key points: The discussion focuses on the importance of identifying who you want to become and aligning your actions and mindset with that vision. Chapter 4: Crafting Big, Audacious Goals (12:50-14:38) Key points: The guest and the host discuss the signifcance of setting specifc and detailed goals, including envisioning oneself in the desired future state. Chapter 5: Embracing Emotions and Developing Resilience (23:14-26:10) Key points: The conversation centers around the importance of acknowledging and managing emotions, as well as developing resilience in the face of challenges. Chapter 6: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Staying Motivated (31:42-34:14) Key points: Strategies for overcoming self-doubt, maintaining belief in oneself, and staying motivated are discussed. Chapter 7: Building Your Own Unique Story (35:05-35:35) Key points: The guest emphasizes the signifcance of building one's own unique story and staying committed to personal growth and success. Chapter 8: Conclusion and How to Learn More (35:35-39:07) Key points: The host thanks the guest and encourages listeners to reach out for more information. The episo

Titanology CEO Stefaan courageously pulls back the curtain on three game-changing tactics that propelled his business and the businesses of our Titan family in our coaching program to dazzling heights. Prepare to deep dive into the art of crafting irresistible offers, master conversational marketing through Direct Messaging (or DMs), and perfect the follow-up to convert prospects into loyal customers.

Brace yourselves; it won't stop there. The episode dives even deeper, delving into the anatomy of successful sales calls, the magic of coaching clients, and the importance of understanding their unique needs—and offering corresponding solutions.

Let's shatter the chains of fear together and exercise our right to consistently break boundaries by reaching out to prospects, engaging in empowering conversations, and following up relentlessly. Until they say 'no,' consider every silence an opportunity.

Above all, Stefaan emphasizes the vitality of committing to these actions daily, ensuring predictable sales and strong client relationships before exploring advanced techniques like Facebook ads or lead magnets.

So, Titans, strap in and embrace your beautiful audacity. It's time to take back control, gain predictability in your sales, and create your own spectacular success story. 🌈

Join us, because in the journey of brave entrepreneurship, you are NEVER alone. #TitanTalks #BeBrave #BeYou

Chapter 1: Introduction (00:01 - 00:15)

Chapter 2: The Challenge of Information Overload (00:53 - 01:50)

Chapter 3: The Three Levers for Business Growth (03:01 - 04:19)

Chapter 4: Lever 1: Dialing in Your Offer (08:10 - 09:17)

Chapter 5: Lever 2: Conversational Marketing (11:00 - 13:57)

Chapter 6: Lever 3: Sales and Sales Calls (15:24 - 19:36)

Chapter 7: Taking Action and Creating Opportunities (22:28 - 23:26)

Chapter 8: Conclusion and Call to Action (25:00 - 26:40)

Mike Findlay-Agnew, the managing director of Rising Fox Coaching, describes himself as a social entrepreneur, coach, and writer from an LGBTQ Plus perspective. He aims to support LGBTQ Plus individuals in becoming their best selves. In this episode Mike shares his personal experience with coaching and how it transformed his mindset. His mission is to help as many LGBTQ Plus people feel comfortable and confident in themselves. He emphasizes the importance of selective vulnerability for leaders and managers to foster better relationships with their teams. Mike also discusses fixed mindset versus growth mindset and encourages clients to embrace the latter. Outline: 1. Introduction to the LGBTQ Plus business podcast (00:09) 2. Introduction of Mike, the managing director of Rising Fox Coaching (00:17) 3. Mike's background and description of himself as a social entrepreneur, coach, and writer from the LGBTQ Plus perspective (00:30) 4. Mike's journey as a coach and writer (02:01) 5. The importance of trust and transparency in coaching (05:58) 6. Encouraging open conversations and different ways of working (07:11) 7. Shifting from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset (10:25) 8. The power of positive affirmations (13:39) 9. Examples of transformative coaching success stories (19:45) 10. Exploring values and transferable skills for personal and professional growth (20:56) 11. The ripple effect of coaching and mindset transformation (23:09) 12. Creating a safe and inclusive coaching space for the LGBTQ Plus community (28:09) 13. Encouraging seeking support from coaches and therapists (29:19) 14. The importance of role models and community support (30:56) 15. Contact information for Mike and invitation to a free coaching session (31:32) Join the Live Session with Mike here: https://outandproudbusinesshub.com/mikefindlayagnew Want to know more about us: https://titanology.world

Can you see the potential in building a community?

Titanology is a community-led venture, with a key goal in mind: providing value.

Thus, Stefaan is the perfect person to lead us through the different ways to go about it!

We discuss how to set up a multi-platform community that provides you with the all-important ROI. Think top of the funnel leads, higher conversions and reaping the advantages of the hive-mind phenomenon.

Are you building a business or giving yourself a job?

To grow, you need to start delegating the day-to-day work.

To ensure success, you need to set out repeatable, measurable processes.

We break down the perils, pitfalls and promises of this seemingly gargantuan task.

What is a content strategy? And how can you develop you 'why'?

Lack of clarity kills. In this episode, Stefaan outlines the importance of having a content production strategy, explains how to develop one that works for you and talks repurposing, so that you can get the most bang for your buck.

Listen in for your all-in-1 content strategy guide.

You need to start productising your services.

We talk today about a fundamental topic for freelancers: charging per hour vs charging per package.

Join us to learn how to overcome the barriers to productising your services, the pitfalls to avoid and what Stefaan learnt in his 10 years of freelancing. 

Growing your business is tough.

Thinking that one sale, new hire or piece of infrastructure will be the cure-all, is wrong.

The reality is: this is a continual journey.

We cover the pitfalls of working solo, emotional involvement as a founder, and the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community in the start-up world.

Customers hate marketers.

You've found your niche, you've refined your product, and your ideal audience is still uninterested.
How can you come across trustworthy and set yourself apart from the constant inundation of sales attempts?

Stefaan De Vreese explains the core principles behind organic outreach, his tried and tested technique for building solid relationships with clients. Making it on the business battlefield is a tough gig, but with this episode of the LGBTQ+ Business Podcast, you're guaranteed to be a step closer.

When you’re selling to everybody, you’re selling to nobody.

Who is your ideal customer? Who are you wasting your time with?

On this episode, Stefaan breaks down why finding your niche should be your top priority, and how to nail it today. So that you can rest assured your customers can get the help they need, as soon as they need it.

Do you dream of getting your business off the ground? Do you struggle with overwhelm, not knowing where to start?

On this brand-new podcast, Stefaan De Vreese, founder of the renowned LGBTQ+ coaching community Titanology, will take you through the practical steps required to get gain clarity and turn your side hustle into a real business. 

On this episode, co-host Jamie Slevin asks: why do members of the LGBTQ+ community find themselves overwhelmed when starting out? 

Listen in to hear Stefaan reveal the causes of overwhelm and set the context for what is to come!