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Money Bootcamp helped me find my ideal clients

MONEY BOOTCAMP REVIEW
Dana Whiteland

Owner, Surprise & Delight
Sheffield, England

 

Before joining Money Bootcamp, I struggled with pricing, and I always felt like I needed to ask permission. I felt I needed to give the price of what I do, for what people can afford, rather than naturally what it costs.

I've always been a massive people pleaser, and it stems from childhood, being a middle child. And as result, I've tried to play small and just be this perfect daughter, and I needed to break free from that for my business to experience the success I wanted.

Since joining Money Bootcamp, I learnt that if people can't afford it, they're not my ideal client, and I need to go and find where my ideal clients are. I recognized when my money blocks were showing up in my business and I was able to apply a process to release them.

The online community is amazing because sometimes you can read something differently to how somebody else reads something and I love that it then it makes you think about things.

Money Bootcamp helps with peeling away these layers and going, ‘No, you don't have to be that person and you can evolve!’

Ready for a Money Breakthrough?
This could be you too!

With the right mindset training and mentor you can break through your income plateau, and elevate your business to next level success!

Money Bootcamp is THE proven and practical comprehensive money mindset training, with an awesome private community of entrepreneurs.

Click here to find out how you can transform your relationship with money and move towards financial freedom for you and your family.

 

    

Bootcamp really helped me own the fact that I am a creative person and that's who I've always been

MONEY BOOTCAMP REVIEW
Anita Mattson Hesketh

Financier turned florist
Cardiff, South Wales, UK
Member since March 2022

 

What was your money situation when you joined Money Bootcamp?

Before I took my floristry full time, it was just a hobby for me while I worked in finance.  I worked in finance for about eight years. It was a really high pressure, high targets environment. You were literally only as good as how much money you could make for the company as a whole. So any performance markers were based on that. And when you did poorly, there was guilt that it impacted the income of everyone else around you. 

So, I had enough money, per se, but my mindset at the time didn’t allow me to believe that. Before Money Bootcamp, I was such an accumulator. I always worried about running out of money. It came from working in the volatile financial field, and being one of five children growing up, as well. 

 

What is your money situation like now?

Since joining Money Bootcamp I have consistently had 5 figure months every month.

 

What's your biggest 'aha' since joining Money Bootcamp?

My biggest takeaway is that there's always more money.

I learned to believe and trust that there's always more money and have the faith that my business will bring me more money.

I had a lot of unlearning to do from my old job. Bootcamp made me realize that I've carried a lot of stars forward from my time in finance. One of them was if you had a bad month, you could potentially lose your job. Because it was so cut throat and they wouldn’t tolerate “poor performance.” They would cut you loose. But I am my own boss now and even if sales are temporarily down, I know that there is always abundance around the corner. 

 

Why did you join Money Bootcamp?
“I fell into finance and it took me eight years to fall back out.”

Before enrolling in Money Bootcamp, I was a committed listener of the Chill and Prosper podcast. It was like a little lifeline of someone just being able to read my thoughts and feelings. I knew I wasn’t happy with my finance job, so I joined. 

But after I joined, I didn't touch any of the modules for about two or three weeks, which in itself I recognized as a block. I was scared of what would come next. So I finally sat down and got started and I ended up doing the whole course without stopping.

 

How has Money Bootcamp changed your life and business?

My mindset is so, so strong when it comes to money now. That strength has obviously had a knock on effect on my business. 

“I’ve had my best financial year yet.”

Even though I’ve only worked full-time in my business for just under two years,  the figures are growing month on month.  

I’ve taken on freelancers. 

I’ve loved helping other people to have a creative outlet and, of course, pay them well for it, too. 

I purchased a camper. 

It’s a classic vehicle to go round and have adventures in. We’ve been having loads of fun together as a family. Before Bootcamp, I absolutely would never spent money on something so substantial. I would have told myself we don't need it, we can live without it. But having the camper has made life so much more fun. 

 

How has your first year in Money Bootcamp been?

Thanks to Bootcamp, I've become really good at recognizing when my mindset is slipping. If the numbers aren’t looking so good, and I feel myself feeling panicked or slipping into a famine mindset, I now have the tools to stay on track.

Running your own business is almost like running a massive machine. Yet you're not checking the cogs inside properly. You're not seeing if they're rusting or wearing away. You're literally not looking inside the engine. You're just hoping this machine will go and go forever.

Being in Money Bootcamp is like having a mechanic look inside that machine and make upgrades and repairs. To tweak the engine so it keeps going from strength to strength. Joining Bootcamp was absolutely essential to my success.

 

Ready for a Money Breakthrough?
This could be you too!

With the right mindset training and mentor you can break through your income plateau, and elevate your business to next level success!

Money Bootcamp is THE proven and practical comprehensive money mindset training, with an awesome private community of entrepreneurs.

Click here to find out how you can transform your relationship with money and move towards financial freedom for you and your family.

 

    

Since joining Money Bootcamp I have consistently had 5 figure months every month

MONEY BOOTCAMP REVIEW
Carla Marie-Lett

Business Coach and CEO of My Bump 2 Baby Ltd
Lancashire, UK
Member since January 2022

 

What was your money situation when you joined Money Bootcamp?

I was working 25+ hours per week and earning around 5k per month.

 

What is your money situation like now?

Since joining Money Bootcamp I have consistently had 5 figure months every month.

 

Why did you decide to join Money Bootcamp?

I listened to Denise's books and knew I had money blocks and limiting beliefs to work through.

 

What's the biggest lesson you've learned from Money Bootcamp

Earning more doesn't have to mean working harder. My business now regularly generates 5 figures each month and I work a maximum of 10 hours per month.

 

What are your top 3 wins since joining Money Bootcamp?

Having consistent 5 figure months
Working less but earning more
Increasing my prices

 

How would you describe the Money Bootcamp community and Facebook group?

I love it, the community is a great place to hang out, be inspired and watch people grow before your eyes. I love looking back at my posts from when I started and seeing the difference in only a few months.

 

What's your advice to someone considering joining Money Bootcamp?

Joining Money Bootcamp is the best investment I have made and it paid itself off in the first month for me.

 
Anything else you want to add or share?

When I started my business my goal was to reach a point in my business where I could walk in to my favorite store and buy whatever I wanted without worrying about the financial impact, I now do that regularly.

 

What's next for you?

I am currently working on a blogging masterclass for those that want to learn to blog for success, my business began as a blog and is now the UK's leading pregnancy - pre-school platform generating a regular passive income stream for me and my family and I want to share my knowledge.

 

Ready for a Money Breakthrough?
This could be you too!

With the right mindset training and mentor you can break through your income plateau, and elevate your business to next level success!

Money Bootcamp is THE proven and practical comprehensive money mindset training, with an awesome private community of entrepreneurs.

Click here to find out how you can transform your relationship with money and move towards financial freedom for you and your family.

My biggest mistakes and successes from 2022

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January really feels like a lifetime ago, doesn’t it? 

I feel like I’m a completely different person from who I was at the start of the year. 

But at the same time, it feels like 2022 has flown by and I’m still working on things I was frustrated by a year ago! 

If you have had a whirlwind year and want 2023 to be different, then today’s podcast episode is for you. 

In this episode, you'll learn:

How setting clear boundaries helped me help more people
The black and white rules I set this time last year that have helped me thrive
The project I had to make a stand for and why I’m so proud of it
The biggest mindset issue I continue to face in my business
Where I need to grow to help my team
And the struggles of working with your partner

Links

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6 tips for success in 2023 without setting New Year’s Resolutions

Happy New Year gorgeous! 

I have a confession... 

I don't like making New Year's resolutions. 

I know, shocking right? You'd think it would be such a manifesting and mindset thing to do, but I actually think that January 1st is one of the worst times to set goals. 

You're feeling hungover and lazy from too much food or too much family time, and quite frankly, I think it's okay to do nothing for a few days.

If you're anything like me, last year was go, go, GO. 

I launched new courses and a new book, renovated my farm, and juggled raising three kiddos — all while hitting some big goals (like our highest revenue ever). 

Honestly, by the holidays, I was exhausted. And I know I’m not the only one who feels this way.

You probably don’t take nearly enough time to relax and replenish. Like most entrepreneurs, you probably work too close to burnout.

I don't believe you need the New Year hype to create a successful year and most of us don't get in the groove until the second week of January, anyway.

So when's the best time to plan your year? 

The day you actually do it!

Maybe it will be today.

If not, don't beat yourself up if you're having a slow start to the year, there's plenty of time to pull it together — later on.

When you’re ready, implement these tips to spark off your outrageously successful year:

 
 1. Become a regular goal-setter

Start each week with a simple goal-setting exercise. To create some really incredible luck, jot down your top 3 goals for each day. 

If you write your goals down, you’re more likely to achieve them. 

 2. Go part-time at your job (if you still have one)

Going back to the office in January really sucks if you'd rather be working for yourself. 

Yet I see a lot of people quit their day jobs waaaaaay before they're ready. This really piles on the pressure to have a successful business straight away.

If you can, take your job down to 3 or 4 days while you get some clients, build your website and start making money. 

If you need tips on how to navigate the tough conversation with your boss, 

I recommend Tim Ferriss' Four Hour Work Week 

If you don’t start the process soon— you'll still be working for someone else come December. 

 3. Commit to going pro in your business (if you have one)

You need to make practical shifts to achieve your business goals this year. But knowing everything you need to do can easily be overwhelming

Paying for coaching or joining a mastermind is amazing and crucial for business owners. I see too many entrepreneurs being cheap with themselves when they could be investing in things to turn pro quicker and actually make some money.

I have a big money goal for this year, so I’m upgrading my team, brand, and copywriting. 

It wasn't so much about the mindset shift. I am investing to go to the next level. 

Ask yourself:

What's my income goal for my business?
What do I need to go pro?
What's the biggest shift I need to make? 
What course or mentor do I need to work with? 

Then cough up and make the investment.

 4.  Invest in a cleaning service

Cleaning is probably the easiest thing you can outsource to immediately improve the quality of your life.

I had my cleaner way before I could afford it, but coming home to a clean house makes you feel like a million bucks. The peace of mind is worth every cent. You can find the money for it. Make it happen today. 

Seriously, call the company now. I’ll wait.

“Way ahead of you, Denise. I’ve already got a cleaner.” Awesome. Outsource another thing, like automating your shopping or hiring a personal assistant — for the admin tasks that really annoy you. 

I also recommend getting a bookkeeper if finances stress you out – it will be an awesome investment.

5. Eliminate just one thing today that makes you unhappy

Choose one thing today that’s annoying you right now and fix it. 

It could be a wobbly table, a friend's negative Facebook posts, a messy desk, whatever. 

Take five minutes and put a wedge under that sucker, hide that friend permanently from your newsfeed and clean off one section of your desk.

Tomorrow – choose one more thing. That will make a huge difference in the long run than procrastinating doing the big stuff.

You don't have to make all-encompassing changes because often, it really is the small things in life that can make or break our happiness.

6. Lastly, enjoy chilling out once in a while.

2023 can be a great year. You deserve to actually enjoy it.

We can all get caught up in thinking we have to set goals the "right way" or we'll be doomed but that's not true. Just keep your eye on the outcome – what will life be like 12 months from now? 

You don't need to be perfect to achieve it. You don't need to fundamentally change who you are this year, either. You can just create your dream life one day and one action at a time.

You can still be messy, not shower until 5pm some days, have PMS, eat chocolate, bite your nails, be a terrible cook, stay obsessed with some junk food… or whatever you think you have to give up this year, and STILL be successful.

It's your year and you are more than ready for the next step.

xx Denise

Denise on the Melissa Ambrosini Show

 

 

What do millionaires know that other people don’t?

Is it possible to build a massively successful business while still having a life?

And what’s the secret to hiring a dream team of rockstars who can help you turn your vision into reality?

Author and money mindset expert Denise Duffield-Thomas is back for a second appearance on the show to answer these life-changing questions and more. 

Listen to this episode to learn her best-kept secrets on how to move past imposter syndrome, how to start the right business for you, how to nourish and protect your #1 most important asset, and an answer to the question: should you work with your spouse?

 

Even if you love your business, these 3 things will stop you making money

Today we’re talking about mixing love and money.

It’s frustrating when you’ve built a business based on your passions, put your heart and soul into your products and services and then

... crickets. 🦗🦗🦗

Maybe you’ve been limping along for months or years not making much money, and you’re considering giving up.

Maybe you’re even getting pressure from other people in your life to quit your business and go back to your day job.

But before you panic, there might be some practical reasons this is happening – and we’re going to get real on what’s going on and how you can fix it.

You can have a business you love AND make money.

The belief that you can’t is SUCH a common thing - I see it all the time.

Entrepreneurs who have found something they love to do, but who just can’t seem to make any money from it.

When business doesn’t work, we tend to make up stories about why this is happening: usually the old story that we’re not good enough, or that we’re not allowed to live our passions.

Trust me – most of these stories are crap, and you need to deal with the blocks that are behind them so you can move on and start making money from something you love.

Let’s get real and honest before you chuck it all in.

3 things to check if you’re not making profit from your passion:

#1. Is your idea a valid business for YOU?

What does that mean exactly?

I mean: is it a business that sells something people will actually PAY you for?

Is it something you even WANT to do?

This can be a hard one to admit you’re doing wrong.

A good business is an intersection between three things:

What you love to do,
What you’re good at, and
What people will pay you for.

You really need all three if you want not only a profitable business, but something that has longevity for you.

It’s tempting to make a business out of something you’re good at, even if you don’t quite love it.

For example – I used to do private coaching even though I’m much better teaching in group situations. When I admitted to myself that I didn’t really like it anymore, it freed up my time and energy to create my Money Bootcamp.

Just because something is a good business idea, it doesn’t mean that you have to be the one to bring it into the world. 

So, do a check on your business right now: is it something that you love, that you’re good at, AND that people will pay you for?

Yes? Yay! You’re on track!

No? Time to go back to the drawing board and see if you can tweak the business, otherwise, give yourself permission to let it go.

I know it can be really hard to take an objective look at the business you’ve set up and realise that it’s just not going to cut it, but it’s an important step if you want to make more money with less effort.

#2. Not everything has to be a business!

If you really enjoy your hobby, it can be tempting to turn it into a business.

Omg, I’ve so done this.

For example, one of my very first blogs was “Neicey’s Movie Reviews” (Neicey is my childhood nickname).

I thought that because I loved movies and writing, it would be an awesome business. But then I sat in the movie theatre with my notebook and I realized that it completely ruined my experience of the movie!

Going to the movies was my escape, it didn’t have to be my livelihood too. As business-minded entrepreneurs, we see the potential in everything, but the harsh truth is that:

Most hobbies should stay hobbies.

For most of us, the hobby-turned-business might be fun for a while, but it might not be something we’d get paid to do.

And after all, if you turn it into a business, you’ll have to find a new hobby! It’s totally safe for you to have some down-time and do things just for fun. 

You don’t have to monetize everything... even though that’s how we work as entrepreneurs. We’re always thinking of money making ideas. But it can be distracting if you don’t follow through.

My advice is to find something that you love to do, that fits the “good business” model I spoke about before. That way, you still get to enjoy your hobby while also building a business you love.

#3. You have to learn to love marketing

Yes. LOVE. Truth time. Every business needs marketing. 

Yes, you can “manifest” new clients, but the Universe needs you to meet it half way. Btw - marketing is manifesting too!

Getting good at marketing is simply a skill that’s essential for all entrepreneurs, and if you’re not marketing your business then your business will reach an inevitable plateau.

It’s totally normal to feel a bit icky about marketing and feel like it’s sleazy or even dirty to “brag” about ourselves.

Honestly – this is a money block.

You really must be doing some regular marketing activities in order to bring in the clients. 

Otherwise, you’re just hiding your talents away from the world.

It’s totally safe for you to market your business.

Money needs marketing AND mindset.

And it’s totally possible to deal with those blocks and learn what you need to learn to take your business from flatlining to growing fast.

So you either need to learn about marketing fast, or delegate it out. Either way, you can totally figure it out!

So lucky bee – that’s where the money is!

You’re allowed to love your business AND make money out of it.

Want to upgrade your mindset and marketing?

Not sure where to start?

Grab a copy of my book Chill and Prosper and when you want my support, come and join us in Money Bootcamp - this is the type of stuff we work on every day in our community. 

Here’s to getting through your blocks and building a business you love!

 

It’s your time, and you’re ready for the next step.

 

xx DDT

3 ways to deal with unsolicited business advice

Here’s something that almost every entrepreneur can relate to - getting unsolicited business advice from friends and family. 

We’ve all been there, and it sucks. 

Maybe your loved ones have you doubting your services and second-guessing your prices…

Maybe they just don’t get what you do at all...

Today we’re going to talk about why unsolicited advice is such a problem, and three suggestions for dealing with it.

Because, here’s the thing...

People love to give advice.

But well-meaning “advice” from friends and family doesn’t always feel so… supportive...am I right?

Things like:

Honey, wouldn’t you be better off going back to your job?

I’m just not SURE you can make a living doing that

My friend tried starting a business like yours, and he FAILED... (and now he lives under a bridge!)

Don’t you need more qualifications before people will pay you for that?

At important times in your business journey, you’re incredibly vulnerable to this kind of negativity.

And it can feel nearly impossible to tell people that you just don’t want to hear it.

It’s natural to want to share what you’re doing with your loved ones.

And let’s be fair to your family for a minute. 

A few years ago, the businesses most of us now run didn’t even exist!

Just imagine what my family thinks: “Oh, Denise just talks to people on the internet about their money blocks.” WHAT?!

So yes. 

Your grandma probably thinks you’re doing something weird or dodgy. 

Your sister might well think that blogging is a made-up thing. 

It’s not their fault!

I’ve said it before: the single most important factor in successful manifesting is your mindset.

And listening to negative comments from people you care about is one of the quickest ways to derail that positive energy.

Most of us have our own negative chatter going on inside our heads, so we really don’t need external negativity too.

So here’s a question for you...

Are you actively inviting unwanted feedback? 

For example:

Are you oversharing about your business? 

Maybe hoping for a gold star or a pat on the back?

Are your friends and family successful entrepreneurs too? 

Do they study business as much as you do?

Your friends and family just don’t need to hear the minute details of your business or problems with your clients. 

So don’t tell them everything, unless you’re prepared to hear potentially unwanted advice.

And unless your Uncle Bob is either an ideal client or an expert in your field, his thoughts on your pricing structure just don’t matter.

Sorry Uncle Bob!

Get your business feedback from your coach, or confidence-boosting validation from your mastermind group.

That’s way more appropriate than expecting a pat on the back from your friends and family.

So here are my top three favorite ways to respond to unwanted feedback:

#1. Focus on the positive:

If someone asks how your business is going and you KNOW they are going to say something triggering, just smile and say, “It’s going great, thank you for asking!” 

Even if they ask something specific like “how many clients do you have”, you can answer in the same way.

“It’s going great - thanks for asking”

Remember that your family doesn’t need to hear everything about your business.

#2. Turn the question around:

If you need to head off a potentially negative comment, ask THEM questions, 

“Business is awesome, thank you! How’s everything in your job/life?”

People love talking about themselves.

#3. Completely change the subject:

if you know someone’s likely to trigger you, change the subject before they can get started.

Practice saying something like, “Everything’s going great, thanks. You got any holidays planned?”

Remember: it’s super important to have a safe place to share wins and to get feedback on challenges.

That’s why I really recommend having a mastermind of like-minded entrepreneurs or a well screened business coach to help you navigate the normal ups-and-downs of business.

Otherwise, your business is LITERALLY not other people’s business. 

Trust your own wisdom and experience: you’re in the business trenches every day, so you know what’s best for you.

Here’s a bonus tip. My family totally didn’t understand what I did until I wrote a book.

THAT they understood!

So, self-publish an ebook, and then Grandma can tell her friends at Bingo that her granddaughter is an author rather than some sort of weird online thing they think you do now.

Now - I have a free resource for you.

I think that being in business is basically just a string of potentially awkward conversations.

How do you have boundary conversations with people? 

Whether it’s a client, a supplier or a friend who wants free advice, I’ve got some great scripts for you in a free ebook.

Download your free book on how to have awkward money conversations at denisedt.com/awkward

I can tell you that learning to set boundaries has absolutely changed my life and business.

If you need help to have some potentially awkward conversations, you just need to practice a few phrases and they work like magic.

Hope it’s been helpful today - and that your next interaction is way less awkward.

It’s your time and you’re ready for the next step!

How To Stop Money Leaks In Your Business

Here’s a little unsexy secret – I regularly hunt out money leaks in my business. 

I’ll sit down and look at where costs have crept up, and where money’s leaking out.

It doesn’t take long and I really recommend it!

If you're trying to manifest money and it's not coming in, it might be that you need to fix some leaks. 

Are there services, subscriptions or software in your business that you're not using?

How about personal things like gym memberships, or cable TV subscription, for example? 

What about domain names? I know I’ve got a few! 

Maybe there’s a membership or mastermind that you've outgrown? And you're keeping it out of a sense of guilt or obligation. It’s a money leak. Time to let go.

It’s also worth checking out how you spend your time. Where are you over-delivering? Where are you worrying or giving too much headspace to things? 

Click here to listen to my latest episode and you’ll learn;

Quick easy hacks to save you money today
The cost of my ADHD tax       
The exact ways you’re holding yourself back
The simple way to plug a hole in your abundance bucket     
How my office chair actually stopped me making money

We can also cause money leaks in our business by not having the right systems.

Go and look at your website right now – is there a big “buy now” button on the top half of the page? 

Check your links - is it easy for people to give you money? 

Fix the leaks - it’s time to fill your bucket. 

Get it all down on paper - what’s really stopping you from making money? Is it logistical – your website’s not live? Or practical – lack of childcare? Or time and energy? 

Don’t over complicate things. What's the path of least resistance? Who do you need? What do you need to get something to market? 

Start now. Improve it later.

I’d love to hear from you - tell me what money leak you are either cleaning up or upgrading in your business. 

It’s your time and you’re ready for the next step,

xx Denise

Since joining, I've consistently had 5 figure months every month

MONEY BOOTCAMP REVIEW
Carla Marie-Lett

Business Coach and CEO of My Bump 2 Baby Ltd
Lancashire, UK
Member since January 2022

 

What was your money situation when you joined Money Bootcamp?

I was working 25+ hours per week and earning around 5k per month.

 

What is your money situation like now?

Since joining Money Bootcamp I have consistently had 5 figure months every month.

 

Why did you decide to join Money Bootcamp?

I listened to Denise's books and knew I had money blocks and limiting beliefs to work through.

 

What's the biggest lesson you've learned from Money Bootcamp

Earning more doesn't have to mean working harder. My business now regularly generates 5 figures each month and I work a maximum of 10 hours per month.

 

What are your top 3 wins since joining Money Bootcamp?

Having consistent 5 figure months
Working less but earning more
Increasing my prices

 

How would you describe the Money Bootcamp community and Facebook group?

I love it, the community is a great place to hang out, be inspired and watch people grow before your eyes. I love looking back at my posts from when I started and seeing the difference in only a few months.

 

What's your advice to someone considering joining Money Bootcamp?

Joining Money Bootcamp is the best investment I have made and it paid itself off in the first month for me.

 
Anything else you want to add or share?

When I started my business my goal was to reach a point in my business where I could walk in to my favorite store and buy whatever I wanted without worrying about the financial impact, I now do that regularly.

 

What's next for you?

I am currently working on a blogging masterclass for those that want to learn to blog for success, my business began as a blog and is now the UK's leading pregnancy - pre-school platform generating a regular passive income stream for me and my family and I want to share my knowledge.

 

Ready for a Money Breakthrough?
This could be you too!

With the right mindset training and mentor you can break through your income plateau, and elevate your business to next level success!

Money Bootcamp is THE proven and practical comprehensive money mindset training, with an awesome private community of entrepreneurs.

Click here to find out how you can transform your relationship with money and move towards financial freedom for you and your family.