The Steven de Cuba Podcast
By Steven de Cuba
The Steven de Cuba PodcastNov 30, 2020
#92 - How to Build a Wedding Photography Business to $100K+
Building a wedding photography business to 6-figures has been a journey of 8 years for me. In this episode, I share my journey with you.
From discovering my passion in 2012 to getting featured as one of the top 10 wedding photographers in The Hague, Netherlands in 2018.
Currently, I'm traveling the world documenting weddings and make multiple 6-figures within my business.
In this episode, I breakdown the biggest lessons that I've learned to take my business to $100K+ and the mindset required to get there.
I also shared with you the most important factors required to take your business to 6-figures.
Download the free guide on the 6-step framework on building a wedding photography business to 6-figures: https://www.stevendecuba.com/weddingguide/
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The High-End Click: https://stevendecuba.lpages.co/waitlist-the-high-end-click/
My coming out story
I never liked the idea of coming out
To me, it felt like I needed to tell an important truth about myself and give someone else the power to either accept me or deny me.
It also created a room to let someone make you feel rejected or unloved.
I have 3 siblings and I’ve never heard them coming out as heterosexual.
I always knew there was something different with me.
My youth church group told me it was a sin.
My parents made it seem like it shouldn’t be that way.
The macho guys in at high school always talked about girls.
I thought there was something wrong with me.
Something I needed to fix.
Something I needed to keep a secret.
Something I shouldn’t be sharing publicly.
Because what if they don’t accept me?
And what if my family turns their back at me?
And what if I get bullied for being who I am?
I should definitely keep it a secret, I thought.
Moving out of my parents’ house, living on my own and working on my own self development taught me a lot of things…
It taught me to love and accept myself for who I was – not for who people thought I should be.
It taught me that it really doesn’t matter what people think about you–what matters is what you think about yourself
It taught me that you can’t and won’t be liked by everyone–and that’s okay.
It taught me to focus my attention on the people that actually love and support me–not on the people that wants a different version of me.
It taught me that love always wins. That no matter how I was raised, what the so called "rules" were, or all the conditioning I was taught as a kid, love will always win.
I used to tell myself I needed to change. I used to pray and asked God to change who I was.
"I just want to be like the rest" – I prayed.
And you wanna know what?
I love my self.
Every inch and every cell.
I love my quirkiness.
I love my sense of humor.
I love my way of expressing myself.
And I love exactly who I am, inside and outside.
And I’m not asking you to accept me, I don’t need no one’s approval.
Whether you accept me or not. To me, it’s all about loving myself. (you can always unsubscribe from below every email)
And holy shit, I fucking love myself
I realized that for the longest time, I gave others the power to have influence over my actions.
We're at a very pivotal point in this world where we need to be able to feel completely safe and free to be unapologetically ourselves.
It's something we should implement more and more in our daily life until it becomes "normal".
So that’s my truth. And today, for the first time ever, I welcome you into my whole and only truth.
Much love,
Steven
#91 – Nathalie's Experience with the Offline to Online Mastermind
Nathalie spoke about her experience with the Offline and Online Mastermind as a family coach that is growing her business online. This one you don't want to miss! Listen now!
#90 – 3x Return on Investment during my Mastermind Offline to Online – Franchesca Testimonial
Franchesca is one of the members of my Offline to Online Mastermind. During this episode, she walks us through her journey joining the Mastermind, launching her first digital offers and making 3x return on investment during the 6-months trajectory.
#89 - The 3 Reasons Why Your Content on Instagram Is Not Converting
If you're ready to turn your Instagram content into cash, join me on my Masterclass: Content into Cash 2.0
Click here to register right now: https://stevendecuba.plugandpay.nl/checkout/masterclass-content-into-cash-2
#88 - My biggest manifestation story
In this episode, I share with you my biggest manifestation ever!
I'm covering everything that happened between 2021 and 2023 in my life, business and relationship... yup – it's a big one.
Make sure to send me a dm @stevendecuba on Instagram when you finish the episode, I'd love to connect with you.
#87 - The Biggest Change in the IPB Program
OMG... can you believe it?! This is by far THE BIGGEST change I've done in the IPB program and is only getting better!
Listen to this episode to learn more about it and if you want to join CLICK HERE to secure your spot!
#86 - Why your content on Instagram is not working... and what to do instead
If you're a business owner and you're trying to grow your followers and makes sales on Instagram, and nothing is really working, this is the episode for you!
You might be making one of these mistakes and in this episode I walk you through 5 different things you should do right now to change your Instagram marketing efforts.
Watch the free Instagram marketing training here: stevendecuba.com/instagramclass
The Journey of Quitting Your 9-5 Job with Parent-Coach Laura Tromp
Ever felt like turning your passion into a profitable business? My friend and member of the IPB program, Laura Tromp, did exactly that!
Laura is a former Management Consultant who completed her MBA at Nyenrode Business University and since almost half a year decided to pursue her purpose and became a 'Pregnancy & Parent Coach' guiding parent-to-be and parents to raise confident and happy children with Love & Discipline.
During this episode, she shared the ups and down of starting her business, the little voice in her head as she was planning the jump and how everything unfolded when she finally made the decision.
It's one of the episodes that I believe you're going to love!
The IPB Program is opening enrollment by the end of September 2022, only once for this year!
CLICK HERE to register for the free waitlist
#85 - My Most Vulnerable Episode Ever
Last thing I want you to think is that I always have my life figured out.
It's not always sunshine, rainbows and unicorns.... LOL!
Life and business are just like a rollercoaster, you have your highs and your lows and they all make part of this gorgeous ride.
This is also an invitation for you if you're ready to finally turn your passion into a profitable business. The IPB program opens enrollment by the end of September 2022 making this your ONLY chance to join in 2022.
Join the waitlist for the latest updates, pre-sale price and extra bonuses! stevendecuba.com/waitlist
#84 - Where do you start? The What, Where and How
You got the idea. You know which service or product you will offer. You see people doing it on social media.
But....
How do YOU start? And where? And what do you say? And when do you say it? AAAHHHH!!
Overwhelmed? Lmao, same.
In this episode, I share with you how I got started, lost everything and build it all over again.
LINKS:
14-Days Bootcamp: How to Turn Your Passion into a Profitable Business
#83 - How to Build a Personal Brand on Social Media without Showing Your Face
Have you ever asked yourself this question: "How do I grow my brand on social media without showing my face?!"
My client did.
And we had a chat about what does it really require to build a personal brand on social media.
Most entrepreneurs have the fear of showing their face online because of what other might think about them or what if they look stupid.
Can you relate?
In this episode, you're going to learn:
- How to build a personal brand on social media without showing your face
- The #1 reason why most people don't get engagement on social media
- Why you should stop using fear as the excuse of not taking action
... and so much more!
Register for the free 14-days bootcamp right here: stevendecuba.com/bootcamp
#61 – How to Build a Profitable Online Business with James Wedmore
My business coach, James Wedmore, is one of the top internet marketers in the world, and he’s helped countless online marketers establish very profitable online businesses. He coaches many seven-figure earners and even more six-figure earners.
James came on my podcast to talk about how he started his online business by selling a bartending course, how he then transitioned into video marketing and now helps entrepreneurs build profitable online businesses.
James is also hosting a FREE 3-day LIVE event to show you HOW to step into the Digital CEO Role of your business, so you’re equipped to create the income and impact you truly desire.
He also introduces you to the EXACT systems and processes he has followed in the past 10 years to generate millions online with digital products.
Plus, he’ll also reveal the FIVE CORE INGREDIENTS that he bakes into every business that allows it to scale without requiring you to hustle day in and day out.
… AND, you’ll discover what it really takes to create success, abundance, and a life you’ve only dreamed of from the inside out.
Are you listening?
Click here to sign up for James’ live training and start building your online empire today!
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode61
Links mentioned during the episodes:
#82 - New Instagram Updates YOU need to know! (and how to start growing today!)
Instagram is forever changing and as business owners, we need to be on top of all the latest updates.
In this episode, you're going to learn the latest updates that's happening right now on Instagram and how you can leverage different features to grow your business.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode82
Free Guide: 10 Freebie Ideas: stevendecuba.com/freebieideas
Private Community: stevendecuba.com/fbgroup
#81 - Too Young? Too Old? When should you start your business? (with Marie-Jaindrah)
Have you ever told yourself the story that you’re too young or too old to start your own business? Marie-Jaindrah thought the same thing. She believed she was too young to get started.
Not only that, she also thought that she wasn’t experienced enough and that she needed to have her office ready before starting her business.
After joining the IPB program, she shares how she totally transformed her business by finally letting go of that story that wasn’t serving her.
The results? 30+ followers in 30 days, 100+ likes on her Facebook page in 6 days, and 11 paying customers within 2 weeks.
This is what’s possible when you intentionally build a personal brand online.
Do you want to learn more about how to use social media for your business? The IPB program is now open for enrollment.
This is the complete step-by-step program for busy business owners that to intentionally build a personal brand on social media so you can finally turn your followers into paying customers.
Click here to read more about the IPB program >>>>
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode81
Private Community: stevendecuba.com/fbgroup
#80 - How a SoulGuide transformed her business online with Galelli C.
In this case study of the week, I had the opportunity to chat with Galelli, a SoulGuide and a Healer.
Galelli joined the IPB program in July 2021 and within the first week of joining, she made over 2000 euros worth of her coaching program. She also shared what’s possible for her after joining: the ability to help more people heal.
Isn’t that the best gift we can leave in this world?
This episode is filled with questions that you may have around personal branding, online marketing and the fear that’s stopping you from taking that next step.
Listen now!
I’m hosting a free masterclass where I'm going to walk you through my 4-step method on building a personal brand on social media so you can finally turn your followers into paying customers.
This is my last masterclass for the year, so you really don't want to miss it!
Click here to register for the masterclass for free >>>>
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode80
Private Community: stevendecuba.com/fbgroup
Free Masterclass: stevendecuba.com/masterclass
#79 - 3 Characteristics of a Successful Entrepreneur
Here’s the biggest mistake most entrepreneur make in their business:
They spend a lot of time in their business being productive, but not profitable.
They spend the first 3 to 6 months of their business, trying to have that perfect website, with that perfect logo and those perfect branding colors, only to realize that none of these things are the main reason why someone would invest in their business.
Every successful entrepreneur that’s not about being productive, it’s about being profitable.
And if you don’t have a sales strategy in your business, how much longer do you think you can wing that?
Every successful entrepreneur has adopted different characteristics that has helped them grow their business.
Today, I want to share some of the things that I’ve learned from my mentors, what I’ve applied and what I’ve seen has helped my clients get better results.
You’re going to learn:
✅ The 3 Biggest Mistakes Most Struggling Entrepreneurs Make when Promoting on Social Media... and how you can avoid them!
✅ The 5 Red Flags to Avoid on Instagram 🚩🚩🚩(… so you can attract more of your ideal customers and grow your following.)
✅ The 4-Step Method on Building a Personal Brand on Social Media… so you can FINALLY turn your passion into a profitable business.
And all of this will cost you nothing!
Click here to register for the masterclass for free >>>>
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode79
Private Community: stevendecuba.com/fbgroup
Free Masterclass: stevendecuba.com/masterclass
#78 - 300+ followers and more sales in two months with Genevie G.
In this case study of the week, I’m interviewing Genevie G, which is one of the member of the IPB program that gained over 300+ followers on Instagram and made more sales.
She’s staying honest as she admitted that she was a bit skeptical about joining the program but when she did, everything started to change in her life -- her mindset, her business, the results that she got -- and she’s sharing all the details in this episode!
I’m also hosting a brand new masterclass next week: How to Turn Your Followers into Paying Customers.
You’re going to learn:
✅ The 3 Biggest Mistakes Most Struggling Entrepreneurs Make when Promoting on Social Media... and how you can avoid them!
✅ The 5 Red Flags to Avoid on Instagram 🚩🚩🚩(… so you can attract more of your ideal customers and grow your following.)
✅ The 4-Step Method on Building a Personal Brand on Social Media… so you can FINALLY turn your passion into a profitable business.
And all of this will cost you nothing!
Click here to register for the masterclass for free >>>>
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode78
Private Community: stevendecuba.com/fbgroup
Free Masterclass: stevendecuba.com/masterclass
#77 - How to Turn Your Followers into Paying Customers
Why is it that most people, maybe yourself, no matter how much you show up on social media, how much you engage or how many new followers you welcome, you still can’t seem to figure out how to make sales online?
Yet, despite that, you see a lot of other entrepreneurs online that are crushing it and leveraging the power of social media to build their brand –– people are engaging with their stuff, they’re getting more opportunities, and it kinda feels like they’ve achieved something that’s far from your reach.
What is it that they’ve figured out, that you haven’t yet?
By hanging out with me today and for the upcoming weeks, you’re going to learn how to build a brand online so that you can finally turn your followers into paying customers.
If you’re a creative entrepreneur –– photographer, videographer, wedding planner, graphic designer, business coach, a healer, etc. –– you already know that there are already so many people doing what you’re doing in your business.
If you’re a photographer; there are thousands of photographers out there.
If you’re a coach; there are thousands of coaches out there.
If you’re a wedding planner; there are thousands of wedding planners out there.
The real question is: what’s going to make YOU stand out from your competition?
That’s exactly what we’re covering in this episode which is a replay of a live training session that I did in the Passion into Profits Private Community.
This is my brand-new community for creative entrepreneurs that wants to learn how to use social media to reach more people, attract more leads and convert more sales -- without spending the whole day on your phone or being #instafamous.
Click here to join the free private community right now >>>>
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode77
Private Community: stevendecuba.com/fbgroup
#76 - How to Stand Out From Your Competition in 2021
Let's be honest... there are thousands of people doing what you are doing in your business.
If you're a photographer, there are thousands out there, same for wedding planners, same for coaches... and same for *insert your industry here*...
So the real question is: Why would someone book YOU over your competition? What's going to help you STAND OUT from your highly saturated market so you can reach more people and convert more sales?
Well, that's exactly what we're going to cover during this training!
If you’re a creative entrepreneur and you’re struggling to show up on social media with consistency, and maybe you’re looking for an easy (and more effective) strategy that doesn’t take up much of your time… then listen up!
You’re invited to the free Passion into Profit Private Community. This is the go-to community for creative entrepreneurs that wants to build a profitable brand online so that they can finally turn their passion into a profitable business.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode76
Private Community: stevendecuba.com/fbgroup
#75 - 3 Things You Need to Build a Profitable Brand Online
Most business owners struggle in their business because they’re not equipped with the tools that you need to grow and sustain your business.
Just like a pilot needs a manual when it comes to flying a plane, as business owners, you also need a plan to operate in your business.
The problem is that most entrepreneurs are flying blind eyes in their business, and that’s why they don’t get the results that they want – more leads and more sales.
And you already know that if you don’t have a plan to get more sales in your business, you’re going to run in deep trouble.
But I don’t want that for you.
In this live class, you’re going to learn the 3 most important things that you need to build a profitable brand online.
If you’re a creative entrepreneur and you’re struggling to show up on social media with consistency, and maybe you’re looking for an easy (and more effective) strategy that doesn’t take up much of your time… then listen up!
You’re invited to the free Passion into Profit Private Community. This is the go-to community for creative entrepreneurs that wants to build a profitable brand online so that they can finally turn their passion into a profitable business.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode75
Private Community: stevendecuba.com/fbgroup
#74 - Is this the right timing to start your business?
If you have a business idea that you want to take online, or maybe you have an existing offline business that you want to scale online, but you’re struggling to show up with a STRATEGY, then this is for you!
In this live class, you’re going to understand the power of building a personal brand online that not only helps you stand out from the crowd, but also gives you the opportunity to reach more of the right people and convert more sales.
If you’re a creative entrepreneur and you’re struggling to show up on social media with consistency, and maybe you’re looking for an easy (and more effective) strategy that doesn’t take up much of your time… then listen up!
You’re invited to the free Passion into Profit Private Community. This is the go-to community for creative entrepreneurs that wants to build a profitable brand online so that they can finally turn their passion into a profitable business.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode73
Private Community: stevendecuba.com/fbgroup
#73 - 3 Ways to Promote Your Freebie on Instagram
In this episode, you're going to learn the 3 ways to promote your freebie on Instagram. You're going to learn why is it so important to have a freebie, to begin with, and how to build your email list by using Instagram, and what are the different freebies that you can create, so you can generate more leads and make more sales.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode73
Private Community: stevendecuba.com/fbgroup
#72 - Behind-the-scenes of my latest IPB launch
If you’ve been following me for a while, you know that last month, I opened the doors to my signature program, the Intentional Personal Branding Program.
This is the step-by-step program on building a personal brand on social media so you can finally turn your passion into a profitable business.
This is my 4th time launching the program and I have to be honest with you, this was one of those launches that I’ve learned a LOT of lessons… and I’m sharing them all with you today!
During this episode, I’m covering different aspects of the promotional campaign like my Facebook and Instagram paid ad strategy, my email promotional campaigns and how I plan my masterclass for success.
I also answer one of the biggest questions I’ve been getting: “Was this your biggest launch yet?”
Wanna know the answer? Listen now!
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode72
#71 - The reinvention of Herrick with the IPB Program
In this case study of the week, I got the opportunity to interview Herrick, where he talked about his experience with the Intentional Personal Branding Program.
As the newly appointed Director of Aruba Trade and Industry Association (ATIA), as of March 2021, Mr. Henriquez is ready to use his knowledge and extensive experience to duly represent ATIA’s Board and its members.
During this interview, Herrick talks about how before joining the program, he did not know how to position himself as his own brand. Always posting just to post something he thought was interesting. He felt like he was doing too many things at the same time, but nothing was growing and engaging.
After joining the program, I learned that it is not about the "likes" it is about converting your followers into paying customers.
“For me, it was the right time, as I changed careers, and the association I work for needed rebranding, and I also need it for myself to become more of an inspirational leader,” he says.
Listen to this episode to hear more about his experience and how he reinvented himself with the IPB program.
The doors to the IPB program are closing TONIGHT, making this your LAST chance to join the program.
The Intentional Personal Branding Program is the go-to online program for creative entrepreneurs that want to turn their passion into a profitable business.
IPB has been perfected to include exactly what you need to promote your own brand online in order to create the dream business, the dream life, and it’s all waiting for you in just a few clicks away…
Oh and btw, I’m sweetening the pot even more:
On top of everything you’re already getting when you enroll in IPB, I’ve decided to host an 8-week of group coaching program starting on the 5th of August.
Grab your spot before we close the doors! →
https://www.stevendecuba.com/join
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode71
#70 – How a Drag Make-Up Artist Started Their Business Online with Aaron
In this case study of the week, I got the opportunity to interview Aaron, where they talked about their experience with the Intentional Personal Branding Program.
This is what Aaron had to say about their experience with the program:
“My biggest challenge was that I knew what I wanted, but I did not know how to make it profitable. It made me feel lost.
After the program, I have a clearer understanding of how I should do certain things to make my business profitable. More wins include, finally having my website up and running. I am finally signed up for the Chamber of Commerce.”
⏰ The clock is ticking!
Enrollment for The IPB Program is closing soon, and once the doors slam shut, they’re staying shut for a long time.
Could you continue to try to go it alone and build your business through willpower and hustle? Sure! But… How's that been workin’ out for ya?!
Successful entrepreneurs know that in order to get different results in their business, they have to take different actions — ones that enable them to step into the role of CEO and finally RUN their business instead of having IT run THEM!
And if that sounds like something YOU are ready to do too… then click on the link below and grab your spot before we close the doors! → https://www.stevendecuba.com/join
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode70
#69 - How a Bachata Dancer Transformed her Business Online with Evi K.
In this case study of the week, I’m going to interview Evi, a member of the Intentional Personal Branding Program, where she’s going to share her experience with the program.
Evi is a bachata teacher, artist, and dancer. Before joining the IPB program, she didn’t know exactly what was her next step.
At the time, she was giving live classes, and they were successful, she still felt stuck and overwhelmed. She wanted something different. She didn’t know how that would look like, and she was looking for something different.
After joining the IPB program, she felt excited and got a lot of new insights to promote her services online. She also shares how she noticed that her mindset started to change and how she started to use social media more strategically.
She also talked about how it can be very lonely to start your own business as a solopreneur, but the fact that the IPB program had an inspiring community made her feel less lonely in her own journey.
There’s a lot of great pieces of information in this episode, so I hope you take a listen!
If you’re a creative entrepreneur who’s struggling to show up on social media with consistency, and maybe you’re not getting the results that you want (no engagement, no followers, no sales), then I have great news for you!
I’m hosting a free masterclass on the 28th and 29th of July 2021. In this masterclass, you’re going to learn how to build a personal brand on social media, so you can finally turn your passion into a profitable business.
You’re going to learn the 4-step process on building a personal brand on social media without having a lot of followers and without spending the whole day on your phone.
Register for the free masterclass: stevendecuba.com/masterclass
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode66
#68 - Why transforming into your true personal potential is a choice with Marlon Moore
In this episode, I got the honor of interviewing Marlon Moore, who’s a member of the IPB program, where he talked about his experience and results he got.
Marlon is one of the active members of the community who’s always eager to learn and is putting the work to achieve this biggest goals.
Listen to this episode if you’re on the fence of joining the IPB program, or maybe you think you don’t have enough time, Marlon is going to share everything that he managed to accomplish while being a divorced parent, with two kids and a 9-5 job.
But here’s the thing...
Most struggling entrepreneurs spend the first 3 to 6 months in their business trying to have that perfect website, with the perfect logo and the perfect branding colors, only to realize that those are not the primary factor that is going to determine whether someone would invest in your business or not.
Not only is this one of the biggest mistakes that you can make when first starting out, but one of the common mistakes that most entrepreneurs make which creates the feeling of overwhelm.
That's also why recent research has shown that most businesses fail within 18 months of starting.
Every successful entrepreneur know that in order to build a profitable business, you need to work on your marketing and branding.
Building a personal brand on social media is the most effective way to stand out from your highly saturated market so you can reach more people, attract more leads, and convert more sales.
I’ve built a personal brand on social media to market and grow my business for the past 9 years, and for the FIRST time ever, I’m showing you HOW to do the same!
I’m hosting a Free Masterclass: Discover How to Build a Personal Brand on Social Media so You Can FINALLY Turn Your Passion into a Profitable Business… 💰
Register for the free masterclass: stevendecuba.com/masterclass
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode67
#67 - How to Use Instagram Story to Convert More Sales
Ever spend hours thinking of clever ways to promote your business on social media but your results are still crickets...?
Instagram Story is the most effective way to build relationships with your audience, build trust, and convert your followers into paying customers.
Do you know what’s the most important factor on social media? Engagement.
And if you’re not connecting with your followers every single day, don’t expect them to engage with your account.
The problem is that a lot of people have no idea how to leverage engagement on Social Media.
But, not you!
In this FREE guide, you’ll learn the most important factor when creating Instagram Story for your business, how to make sure your content is engagement-worthy, and how to encourage your audience to finally start engaging with your account.
The ONLY way to get this guide is by joining me LIVE for my brand-new masterclass on the 28th and 29th of July 2021! (Spots are already filling up fast!)
Show up live for my masterclass, get the FREE Instagram Story Guide for Creative Entrepreneurs, and stop throwing spaghetti at the wall when it comes to promoting your biz!
Head to stevendecuba.com/masterclass for more info!
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode67
#66 - The stay-at-home mom that started her own business with Nathalie Polanco
In this episode, I’m starting a new segment of case studies of the week, where I’m going to interview members of the Intentional Personal Branding Program and share their experience with the program.
This week, I’m interviewing Nathalie, who’s a stay-at-home mom that started her own business online and now is showing up on social media more strategically.
Nathalie’s story actually starts years ago, when she went from doing to being.
Her focus has been on her journey to becoming more and more herself or remembering who she really is. Depends on your perspective.
The way she goes about things is experiencing all moments, events and situations and interactions with others through and through. Living more from the heart.
Her mission is to make the world a better place for the generations to come. Where with more clarity and balance we can coexist better connected with ourselves and others.
Hence, the name of her company: Lucid Harmony, where through coaching and therapy, 1 on 1 or in groups (online or IRL) they get to the core of behavior that doesn't help you anymore, and we transform whatever needs to changed in order to make your life more aligned with the person you came here to be.
If you’re a creative entrepreneur who’s struggling to show up on social media with consistency, and maybe you’re not getting the results that you want (no engagement, no followers, no sales), then I have great news for you!
I’m hosting a free masterclass on the 28th and 29th of July 2021. In this masterclass, you’re going to learn how to build a personal brand on social media, so you can finally turn your passion into a profitable business.
You’re going to learn the 4-step process on building a personal brand on social media without having a lot of followers and without spending the whole day on your phone.
Register for the free masterclass: stevendecuba.com/masterclass
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode66
#65 - 3 Steps on Building Your Personal Brand on Social Media
In this episode, you’re going to learn how to build a personal brand on Instagram, so you can finally turn your followers into paying customers.
Most people think is about creating more content and more content. But if it was really about creating MORE content, then everyone on social media should be rich by now. And we all know that’s not the case.
But today, you’re going to learn how to build a personal brand on social media so that you can finally stand out from your competition, reach more people and convert more sales.
And if you’re a creative entrepreneur who’s struggling to show up on social media with consistency, and maybe you’re not getting the results that you want (no engagement, no followers, no sales), then I have great news for you!
I’m hosting a free masterclass on the 28th and 29th of July 2021. In this masterclass, you’re going to learn how to build a personal brand on social media, so you can finally turn your passion into a profitable business.
You’re going to learn the 4-step process on building a personal brand on social media without having a lot of followers and without spending the whole day on your phone.
Register for the free masterclass: stevendecuba.com/masterclass
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode65
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#64 - Tapping into the Power of your Virtual Assistant to Grow your Online Business
Emily Reagan is a jill-of-all-trades when it comes to digital marketing and techie skills. She’s worked as a behind-the-scenes digital media implementer and virtual assistant for a decade for online biz owner clients. She’s a mom of four, an Air Force wife, and founder of the Digital Media VA Crash Course, where she teaches women the digital marketing skills to get hired online as an in-demand, highly sought-after unicorn virtual assistant.
In this episode, I asked her many questions around hiring your first virtual assistant, why should we hire a VA, what's the difference between a VA and a PM/OBM, what tasks should we hand off, and so much more.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode64
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#63 - Journey from 0 and let go to $200K in a year with Tiffany Cheung
Tiffany Cheung is the Business Activation Coach. She helps ambitious souls to create, market, and launch their first signature offer as a coach. Through mindset reprogramming, manifestation techniques and coaching by the client’s unique human design, Tiffany empowers others to show up as the activated CEO they were meant to be.
In this episode, Tiffany shared her journey from 0 and let go to $200K in a year. She shares the stories she had to let go of, how she manifested this amount of money in her business, and how you can do it too.
We also talked about Human Design and Tiffany shared her Human Design Marketing Guide and more information on her Academy that is launching in August.
Listen now!
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode63
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#62 – From no sale to wholesale with Moni
Moni started her own handmade business 10 years ago. She always wanted to get her products into stores, but was afraid. It took her 2 years to even approach a store to carry her line, but when she did, she saw quick success and ended up getting her first line into over 100 stores in just a few years.
A few years later, Moni started another handmade line and found herself in the busy world of being an entrepreneur and doing it all. She came close to burnout, but decided to do one more thing before giving up on her business. She had success in wholesale in the past and she wanted to give it another try. So, she stopped doing everything else, and focused solely on wholesale and it worked! In the first year, she got her new line into over 100 stores and by the second year, her line was sold in over 600 stores across Canada, the US and Japan and she even won the Small Supplier of the Year Award from the Canadian Gift Association.
Moni has always loved to help small businesses, so she took her experience in wholesale and created a program, Winning with Wholesale™ so that every maker, designer and brand owner can learn how to grow a business that they are proud of, one that pays them well and lets them feel fulfilled without burnout or overwhelm.
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#60 - Manifesting More Money with Monica Vallero
The amount of time you spend working on your money mindset determines the amount of money you have.
Read that again.
Most struggling entrepreneurs struggle to make more money in their business because they don’t have the right beliefs around money. This happens consciously or unconsciously.
In this episode, I talk to Monica Vallero, a spiritual business coach, about how to make more money in your business, why visualizing more money isn’t enough and how to heal past traumas around money.
Shownotes: stevendecuba.com/episode60
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#59 - The number one thing that every successful entrepreneur has (it's not what you think!)
In this episode, you’re going to learn the number one thing that every successful entrepreneur has… and how it might not be what you’re thinking about!
You’re going to learn the biggest mistakes most people make when first starting their business and how this could be costing you a lot of money.
I’m also sharing my story as a business student and entrepreneur and how I’ve balanced these two things when I was living in Madrid.
The shownotes: stevendecuba.com/episode59
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#58 - How to Use Instagram Hashtags for Business
Today, you're going to learn how to use Instagram hashtags for business.
You're going to learn why hashtags are really important and how you start using them today to reach more people on Instagram.
I'm going to break down the 3 different types of hashtags every successful entrepreneurs are using.
And so much more...
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode58
#57 - How to build a money-making personal brand on Instagram
What is it about other people in your industry that might be doing somewhat of what you're doing and still can charge double or triple than you?
What is it about Gary Vaynerchuk, Tony Robbins, or Oprah Winfrey that as soon as you hear their names, you already know who I'm talking about?
Well, they all have a strong personal brand
Today, you're going to learn the biggest mistakes most entrepreneurs are making on Instagram that are costing them a lot of money.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode57
#56 - How Much Are You Missing Out On By Not Jumping with Jeremy Nicolaides
With over 20 years of experience as a Creative Leader, Executive Producer, and Stereographer on some of Hollywood's biggest films, and over 10 years as a creative entrepreneur and consultant for massive global creative companies, Jeremy Nicolaides now uses his wealth of experience and knowledge to help fun, and energetic creatives become creative entrepreneurs, and he helps existing creative businesses get to that next level of success so that they can be Creative and Live Free.
In this episode, Jeremy shares his entrepreneurial journey with us, what does success look like for him and when is the best time to go from creative to creative entrepreneurs... and so much more.
Shownotes of the episode can be found here: https://www.stevendecuba.com/episode56
Connect with Jeremy here:
https://www.instagram.com/the_golden_octopillar/
#55 - Do you need a personal account or a business Instagram account?
Today I'm going to answer one of the most frequently asked question I get: Do you need a personal or a business Instagram account?
If you're a creative entrepreneur, and you want to use social media for your business, this is the episode for you!
In this episode, you'll learn the difference between a personal and a business Instagram account. We're also going to talk about a creator Instagram profile and why you may or may not want that.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode55
#54 - 5 Mistakes Most Entrepreneurs Make Which Hurt Their Growth Online with Sudha Mani
Most entrepreneurs make the mistake of starting a business by creating a logo, a website and choosing their branding colors. They spend the first 3 to 6 months of their business, trying to make everything beautiful, only to realize that none of these things will move the needle in their business.
In order to grow a successful business online, you need to have a system in place that not only attracts more of the right people but also converts your followers into paying customers.
In this episode, Sudha Mani breaks down the 5 mistakes most entrepreneurs make which hurt their growth online and how you can avoid these mistakes. She also talks about her own experience consulting for over 25 years as a Business Technology consultant investment banking, financial services and public sectors automating their business processes.
Listen to this episode and make sure to find the show notes and links mentioned in the episode by heading to the link below.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode54
#53 - Facebook Ads Done Right with Ana Katz
If you're relying on the boost button to grow your Instagram or Facebook account, stop that right now!
In this episode, Ana Katz walks us through the biggest mistakes most people are making when first starting with Facebook ads, and why using the boost button is hurting your wallet.
You're going to learn how to use Instagram and Facebook ads to increase your sales, where to start with Facebook ads as a course creator and e-commerce business owner... and so much more!
Ana is a Facebook & Instagram Ads Strategist who works with online course creators and e-commerce businesses that have an eye on the future and are ready to make a bigger impact. She focuses on getting her clients bigger results, major traffic, more sales, and customers who can’t stop talking about your brand.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode53
#52 - 3 Things You Need When Building a Brand Online
If you’re thinking about starting your own business online but you’re not really sure where to start, then this episode is for you!
This episode is a repurposed episode from the Skipping Lunch Lines Podcast by Dara Salas.
In this episode, Dara asked me what was the one that has helped get the success that I now have today. Instead of sharing ONE thing, I shared three. (talk about over-deliver with me!).
I’m sure you’re going to get a lot of this episode because it’s short, sweet and straight to the point.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode52
#51 - How to Deal with Your Fear of Starting Your Own Business
Most struggling entrepreneurs look at what other people are doing, especially on social media, and start comparing themselves with what they have, or what they are doing, or what they are achieving, and they look back at themselves and they feel like they’re not doing enough. Often this brings the feeling of overwhelm or it brings the feeling of being stuck.
One of the things that we are talking about in the IPB programme is defining your success. What does success look like for you? Because my version of success looks way different than your version of success, and vice versa, your version of success looks way different than my version of success.
I would encourage you to listen to this episode and write down what success looks like for you and how you can measure your version of success. If success means that you can wake up every single morning and have breakfast with your husband or with your wife, or if it means that you can give your daughter a bath every morning or bring your kids to school– that is YOUR version of success.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode51
#50 - How to Build a Personal Brand with a Product Business
ALoN DaviD, founder and CEO of 90X®, arrived in America in 1995 without any business leads connections. He had no university network or promising internships to fall back on; he didn’t even have a solid business idea. But he did have ambition, drive, and the dream to make something of his life.
After several years of trial and error, trying other people’s planners and systems, and ultimately deciding that he knew that he could create the ultimate goal setting system, the 90X® Goal System was born!
ALoN created the very first 90X® Goal Planner to help other entrepreneurs and business owners effectively set and achieve goals. Today, the 90X® Planner System is sold in over 100 countries around the world, and ALoN helps entrepreneurs everywhere achieve their highest goals!
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode50
#49 - How to Turn Your Idea into a Profitable Business with Ludwina
Have you ever wanted to start your own online business but had no idea where to start? Worry no more, you’re not alone! Ludwina has years of experience at a 9-5 job, however, using social media for business was something completely new for her.
In this episode, Ludwina takes us along on her journey from having AN IDEA in mind, to starting her own business and booking her first client. Ludwina is an amazing student of mine. She’s passionate, driven and ambitious to grow her business online.
And if you’re wondering if you can take your passion and turn it into a profitable business, you’re in luck! In this interview, Ludwina didn’t hold back from sharing her process she used to put her idea into the world and kick start her journey as an entrepreneur.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode49
#48 - How to Start Your Online Business from Scratch with Ming
Holycow – wait until you listen to this conversation with my student and multiple-business owner, Mingli Jacobs.
I wanted to invite Ming to the show because I knew her entrepreneurial journey is one that will light a fire under your bump and show you why I don’t buy the excuse “I don’t have enough time”.
Ming has more than 2 different businesses, she’s a mom of a 21-month-old boy, and building her online community. She has years of experience working as a director of sales and opened many multi-million dollar hotels. However, the online space was something completely different for her and she didn’t know where to start and how to do it effectively.
In this episode, Ming takes us along on her journey from starting her own business online, hosting her first masterclass and now creating her new program. As you listen to our conversation, I know you’ll see that she’s no different from you. Her success can be your success, sweet friend.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode48
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In this masterclass, you're going to learn the three biggest mistakes that most struggling entrepreneurs make when first starting their business, how to attract more followers and convert your followers into paying customers, and lastly, you're going to learn the 4-step method of building an intentional personal brand.
This Masterclass will be held on zoom and you can register right now at stevendecuba.com/masterclass
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In this guide you're going to learn:
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#47 - From a 9-5 Job to a Full-Time Entrepreneur
Most struggling entrepreneurs don’t take action in their business because they say that “it’s not perfect yet”.
They spend 3 to 6 months in their business trying to have that perfect website, with the perfect logo and the perfect branding colors, only to realize that those are not the primary factor that is going to determine whether someone would invest in your business or not.
Not only is this one of the biggest mistakes that you can make when first starting out, but one of the common mistakes that most entrepreneurs make which creates the feeling of overwhelm.
Because there’s so much to do and no money coming in.
OF COURSE, you’re going to feel overwhelmed.
Let’s chat!
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode47
#46 - Visualize the Business of Your Dreams with Daniela KuRa
In this episode, I interview Daniela KuRa, which is one of the founding members of my group coaching program, the Intentional Personal Branding Program. In this episode, she shares how she quit her 9-5 job, started her own business and now has a team of 4 people.
Daniela is partnering with the IPB Program and giving back to the community by hosting a visualizing the future successful entrepreneurs version of yourself and manifesting your dream business. Click here to join the waitlist and click here to follow Daniela on Instagram.
Show notes: stevendecuba.com/episode46