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By: Anne Bachrach

Proven Business Success Principles and Systems for Working Less and Making More Money, so you can enjoy having your Ideal Business and Ideal Life.   Each episode contains proven and practical ideas you, as an already successful business owner, can immediately apply in all areas of your business and personal life, so you can achieve your goals in the time frame you desire and be on the path to enjoying your ideal business and ideal life.   Subscribe to get AMAZING business success content like how to overcome limiting beliefs, reduce procrastination, significantly increase productivity, goal setting and achievement ideas, and more, all...

The Power of Belief: How to Train Your Mind Like a Pro and Win Bigger in Business
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You’ve got the experience. The systems. The metrics. The goals.

 

If you’re still waking up some mornings thinking “Am I really the one to take this business to the next level?”, welcome to the club.

 

The difference between those who plateau at “pretty successful” and those who shatter ceilings usually comes down to one thing: Belief.

 

Not blind faith. Not woo-woo affirmations taped to the mirror.

 

I’m talking about a trained, repeatable mindset that shapes your decisions, fuels your confidence, and gets you throu...


How Smart Entrepreneurs Use AI to Sell More, Work Less, and Scale Faster
09/11/2025

Let’s be real—most AI advice out there sounds like it’s written for tech founders or bored teenagers experimenting with ChatGPT.

 

However, you’re not here to play around.

 

You’ve built something solid. You’re managing teams, juggling growth plans, solving problems before breakfast—and now, you’re wondering: How can AI actually help me make more money, save time, and run a business that doesn’t depend on me doing everything myself?

 

The answer? Keep reading.

 

Let’s break down how to leverage AI...


The Power of Choice-How Every Decision Shapes Your Destiny
09/04/2025

Life doesn’t just happen to you—it responds to you. It’s shaped by the decisions you make, every single second of every single day. Some of those choices are monumental, like: Should I take this new business opportunity? Is it time to hire someone—or fire someone? Should I move to a new city to chase my dreams? Other decisions seem small, like: Oatmeal or eggs for breakfast? Workout now or later?

 

Let me tell you something powerful: every decision you make matters. Every. Single. One. Because the truth is, your destiny is shaped in...


Leverage AI for Operational Efficiency with Emma Rainville (Best-Selling Author)
09/02/2025

I know you will find my guest to be a wealth of information related to helping you transform chaos into streamlined processes and leverage AI for operational efficiency. 

 

Emma Rainville is known as the ‘Wizard of Ops.  Emma’s impact on operations and growth strategy is unparalleled. Her bestselling book, SCOPE, is a go-to resource for leaders aiming to streamline and scale with purpose and precision. Emma brings her direct, no-nonsense approach,  and a deep wealth of expertise, making her a true game-changer for many entrepreneurs.

 

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5 Tips to Create a Results-Oriented Culture
08/28/2025

One of the best approaches to be floated over the past few years has been that of a results-oriented work culture. The term itself is quite self-explanatory. It simply means that you have to develop a work culture in your organization that is geared towards achieving results rather than just putting in the time. Of course, this is easier said than done and you have to work hard to implement this approach and get your employees to follow. 

 

Technically speaking, the roots of a results-oriented culture lie in allowing the employees to work as they se...


6 Benefits of Accountability for Increased Business Success
08/21/2025

Accountability, which is an important element of the workplace, requires both internal control and external support.  In order to achieve peak levels of performance, external accountability is necessary.  Being an accountable employee, which is what a business owner wants, demonstrates dedication to the job and higher levels of workplace satisfaction.  It also contributes to a higher level of innovation with an increased interest in the company’s success.

 

At work, accountability translates to initiative and ownership.  People who are accountable are on time for work and meetings, complete projects on time, and go the extra mile wh...


7 Ways to Track Your Progress Towards Your Goals
08/14/2025

Progress tracking is a crucial aspect of growth for any business. To ensure steady and consistent growth, you need to set important goals that take your business activities into consideration. 

 

Business professionals and entrepreneurs are typically hardwired to cross the finish line. To make this journey a successful one, goals are broken into long-term and short-term.

After these goals are broken down, it is important to further crunch them into bite-sized milestones and tasks for easy completion and assessment. To break things down further also drives your need to cross things off a, so...


Uncover Hidden Cash to Help Grow Your Business with Cashflow Mike Milan
08/12/2025

Would you like to know how to uncover hidden cash to help grow your business?  If yes, I know you will find my guest to be a wealth of information related to helping you know where you need to start looking for hidden cash that can help you grow your business. 

 

Cash Flow Mike Milan is a business advisor, author, and the creator of the Clear Path to Cash. He’s trained over 25,000 business owners, accountants, and bankers, uncovering more than $150 million in hidden cash. Mike helps business owners understand their numbers fast, so they can g...


Learn How To Make Better Choices To Be Even More Successful
08/07/2025

You may have heard it said that it is the little things in life that are worth living for.  Similarly, the little things in life are what change our lives for the better or worse.  The choices we make in life define who we are and what we will eventually become.  Certainly, making some rash decisions when we are young can have very ill consequences when we grow older.  It is important that people maintain their health with a view to tomorrow, while balancing their desires for the present day.  However, this advice also applies to a person’s heart a...


6 Ways Gratitude Practice Changes You and Your Brain
07/31/2025

Let’s be honest: if you’re already running a seven-figure company, “gratitude” probably isn’t at the top of your to-do list.

 

You’re busy optimizing systems, scaling teams, and dodging fire drills that pop up out of nowhere. Someone suggests journaling about what you're thankful for, and your brain goes, “Cool. Should I do that between payroll issues and my fifth coffee?”

 

Here’s the truth: gratitude isn’t some fluffy side dish. It’s a performance enhancer. Not for your muscles, but for your mind, mood, and leadership capacity.

 

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7 Mindsets to Start Your Day Right - The Quest for Daily Discipline
07/24/2025

Discipline: it's not exactly a party in your brain, is it? Most of us would rather hit snooze than rise and grind. But let's face it: those who've mastered the art of self-control seem to effortlessly crush their goals. So, what's their secret? It's not magic; it's mindset.

 

Highly disciplined people have a knack for starting their days off right. They've swapped those fuzzy morning brain fogs for laser focus and productivity. Let's dive into the seven mindsets that fuel their success right now to help you change or modify your mindset to achieve even g...


Discover the Secret Path to Unleashing Your Potential with Jeff Patterson
07/22/2025

I know you will find benefit from Jeff’s innovative approach to meditation and martial arts providing holistic health and well-being. Meditation is used as a tool for enhancing every aspect of your life —mental, physical, and emotional.

Jeff Patterson has over 36 years of experience, practicing and teaching meditative and martial arts. As the founder of Northwest Fighting Arts/Portland Tai Chi Academy and The Yielding Warrior, he emphasizes the transformative power of meditative and martial arts practices, particularly the yielding concept. He has published two books and hundreds of instructional videos. Jeff is the Founder of The...


3 Willpower Principles to Help You Achieve Your Goals
07/17/2025

If willpower had a fragrance, it would probably smell like good fresh coffee and victory. It's that almost mystical force that gets you out of bed at 5 a.m., makes you walk past the donut aisle, and helps you say "no" to binge-watching yet another episode of that show everyone keeps talking about. But let’s face it—our willpower isn’t always at 100%. Some days, it feels more like a Wi-Fi signal in a dead zone—unreliable and frustrating.

 

That’s where these three willpower principles come in. They’re not just motivational quotes slapped on a...


Leverage AI to Grow Your Business
07/10/2025

Could artificial intelligence be the key to taking your business to the next level? I know the concept of AI can feel overwhelming because there is so much to learn and know. But hear me out here please.

 

AI has evolved to do incredible things we previously thought only humans could manage. While AI systems aren't actual thinking beings, they can take on repetitive and data-heavy tasks to help us humans work even smarter and faster, and more strategically.

 

When growing your business, AI can be a game-changing assistant for you. No...


How to Make Your Business Truly All About Them
07/03/2025

Take your business to the next level by creating an 'It’s All About Them' (IAAT) experience for clients and prospects. A company that is founded on the IAAT principle will have valuable services right "out of the box."

Ask any successful business owner and entrepreneur, and  they will tell you that in order to get new clients and keep the existing ones coming back for more, clients have to trust you, enjoy their experience, and find value in the service or product you’re providing.  In other words, it has to be all-about-them.

The desire...


Discover Your Path, Conquer Your Fears, and Fulfill Your Destiny with James Robbins
07/01/2025

I know you will find James to be a wealth of information related to helping you create a peak performance culture in your firm, so you can accelerate your business and personal success.

 

James Robbins is a rare mix of leadership consultant, change specialist, adventurer, and motivational speaker. He speaks to audiences worldwide, helping them raise their performance to match their potential. He has been helping equip and transform leaders for over 20 years. James is the author of Nine Minutes on Monday; The Quick and Easy Way to Go From Manager to Leader. He has g...


6 Tips to Keep Moving Toward Your Goals – Your Roadmap
06/26/2025

Have you ever been driving and realized just a bit too late that you missed your exit? Have you ever traveled somewhere just to find that you’ve seen the same street corner three times, and you realize you’ve been going in circles? Perhaps you took the wrong turn because you were distracted by your favorite song on the radio. These inconveniences can be enough to forget why you started in the first place! You might veer off course or give up altogether and go home. As a business owner, these same annoyances can crop up when working to a...


Weapons for Unlocking Your Success: Goals and Accountability
06/19/2025

Think about elite athletes for a moment. Gold medalists, record-breakers – they're not just naturally gifted. Sure, talent helps, but behind every podium finish is a relentless drive, and a meticulous and consistent routine. 

A survey conducted by the International Coach Federation shows that over 95% of Olympic athletes rely on a coach to hold them accountable. Additionally, high-powered CEOs share that same mindset. They know that ambition means nothing without follow-through. That's where accountability steps in.

What exactly is accountability?  

Why does accountability work?

Choosing Your Accountability Flavo...


Unleash the Power of Your Beliefs and Accelerate Your Results
06/12/2025

Do you keep wondering why you’re unable to achieve the goals you’ve set despite doing everything right? If so, it’s time to unleash the positive power of your beliefs to help you create your ideal business and ideal life.

 

You might be holding onto negative or limiting beliefs. From undercutting your efforts to doubting yourself, limiting beliefs can do a lot of harm. The opposite is also true—positive beliefs will unleash a hidden power you never knew you had!

 

Thankfully, negative beliefs are flexible and can be changed. L...


5 Reasons That Commitment to Your Work Matters
06/05/2025

Commitment matters big time. One of the most important reasons to embrace commitment is that you are more likely to achieve goals and adhere to your vision. If you’re not motivated, your staff won’t be motivated. If you don’t have a motivated team, you could lose clients, lose money, and even lose respect in the marketplace. 

 

Commitment to your clients and commitment to your employees are crucial elements to your success. When you’re committed, your employees see that and want to emulate your commitment. If you’re out fishing when you should be wo...


Do You Want to Learn How to Find Money You Didn’t Know Existed?
06/03/2025

Do you want to learn ways to access free money you never knew was available?

If HECK YES!! Unlock Hidden Government Grants to Learn How to Find Money You Didn’t Know Existed by listening to this podcast interview with Matthew Lesko.

I know you will find my guest to be a wealth of information related to helping you access government funds and benefits you might not know existed to help you accelerate your business success.

Today, we have a one-of-a-kind guest! Depending on your age… you might recognize him as the 'Question Mark...


Discover How Top Entrepreneurs Are Using AI to Skyrocket Growth
05/29/2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a tool of the future. It’s here. It’s now. And it’s totally reshaping the business landscape faster than most people could have imagined.

 

Let me be blunt: if you’re not already using AI in your business, you’re already behind. That’s not to scare you, it’s to shake you awake, so you are paying attention. 

 

Here’s the truth: AI isn’t just some flashy trend or Silicon Valley buzzword. It’s the most powerful leverage tool available to entrepreneurs in decade...


6 Tips for Better Sleep to Help You Perform Optimally
05/22/2025

Who doesn't love that blissful feeling of waking up after a full night's sleep? When you've rested enough, you feel ready to take on anything - even a Monday morning without coffee! However, we all know that the reality is often far from that. Many of us struggle to get decent shuteye and end up stumbling through our days in a sleep-deprived haze.

 

How many mornings have you wandered into your kitchen blankly, failing to remember if you already ate breakfast or finding your shoes inexplicably stuffed in the fridge. If this sounds familiar at a...


Train Your Brain for Success with 7 Mind Training Tactics
05/15/2025

In today's complex world, mental sharpness offers you a clear competitive advantage. With so much information and stimuli flooding our brains daily, the ability to focus, think critically, and make sound decisions is more valuable than ever. Just as elite athletes train their bodies, we must train our minds to perform at our peak.

Let’s explore 7 of the top science-backed strategies for training your brain for sharper thinking and performance when it matters most. 

 

Like great athletes, those who perform best mentally in work and life don't leave brain training to chance. They...


Unlock Explosive Business Growth with the 80/20 Rule
05/08/2025

If your business isn’t growing, it’s time to take a hard look at how you’re running it. Most business owners stay stuck in the weeds, wasting time on low-value tasks that don’t move the needle. Success isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing what matters.

 

The 80/20 Rule (Pareto Principle) reveals a game-changing truth: just 20% of your efforts drive 80% of your results. The key? Identify and dominate your high payoff activities—the ones that create momentum, increase revenue, and growth. Cut the distractions and focus on what moves the...


Time Isn’t the Problem, You Are says Chad Cooper, Performance Coach
05/06/2025

I know you will find my guest, Chad, to be a wealth of information related to helping you understand the importance and impact of mastering time management and sharing strategies to help you get the kind of results you truly want. 

Chad E. Cooper is a renowned performance coach, bestselling author, and motivational speaker. Chad transforms lives by empowering individuals to unlock their potential and live with passion. Author of "Time Isn't the Problem, You Are," he offers practical strategies for mastering time and achieving extraordinary results. Chad shares his expertise and tips to help y...


Want More Success? These 10 Habits Are the Game-Changers You Need
05/01/2025

Let’s start with a little truth bomb: success isn’t about luck, and it sure as heck isn’t about some magical “secret” the world is hiding from you. It’s about habits—daily, consistent actions that goal achievers master to get them where they want to be. As Aristotle said, "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit."

I know I know—habits can sound a little boring. Like, why can’t success be more glamorous, like sipping cocktails on a beach while casually inventing the next iPhone? But the truth is...


7 Natural Ways to Improve Your Focus and Be More Productive
04/24/2025

Do you find your mind wandering during important work meetings? Do piles of unfinished tasks leave you feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone. In our fast-paced, distraction-filled world, focus and productivity are increasingly rare skills.

 

The good news? With some simple strategies built on the latest neuroscience research, you can train your brain to laser focus and get more done in less time. Let’s explore 7 key ways to boost your attention span, ditch distractions, and work smarter throughout your day.

 

Building focus and productivity amid chaos requires intention and practice. By trai...


The Will to Win: 7 Olympic Heroes Reveal Their Secret Mindset Strategies
04/17/2025

Gold medals and world records only tell part of the story. Behind every Olympic triumph lies years and years of inner drive and mental resilience. So, what motivates these elite athletes to push through grueling training, make personal sacrifices, and overcome harrowing setbacks on the path to their glory?

 

Let’s explore the inner mindset secrets that fueled seven Olympic legends to the top of their sports. By peering inside the psychology of achievement, we can extract powerful insights to ignite our own passions and live a more purpose-driven life.

 

 By culti...


Ready to crush stress and avoid burnout?
04/15/2025

If heck YES, tune in and listen to my expert podcast guest share powerful and practical strategies to skyrocket your productivity and results!

 

Allyson Ward is a Senior Trainer for Tony Robbins with a decade of dedicated experience helping business owners achieve their peak potential. She has developed a deep understanding of the tools required to enhance productivity and success in business and in life.  She is the author of the best-selling book, Demolish Your Stress: Maintaining Excellence Without Burnout. She is also the author of Please Don't Come Home: (Except for a Visit) which is...


10 Lessons to Learn from Successful Entrepreneurs
04/10/2025

According to Joe Haslam, a professor at IE Business School, 'Entrepreneurship is a way of life that you learn by doing.' The fact is that becoming a successful entrepreneur doesn't come naturally, for most people, and it doesn’t come easy either.

 

Entrepreneurs who start their businesses are armed only with bright ideas, innovation, and buckets full of passion. Yet, learning how to run a thriving and prospering business takes quite a long time. Entrepreneurs don't have a structured organization, aren't typically backed with capital, or have a strong team, in many cases. 

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5 Research-Backed Ways to Achieve Your Most “Unrealistic” Dreams
04/03/2025

What did you dream of being when you grew up? An astronaut? A famous musician? A doctor?  A groundbreaking scientist? As adults, we often resign those childhood dreams to the realm of fantasy - visions too impractical or improbable to seriously pursue. 

 

What if achieving even your wildest dreams were possible? Emerging research shows that you can manifest the life you've always imagined with focused intention and persevering effort. Let me share 5 scientifically backed methods to turn your most seemingly "unrealistic" dreams into reality, so you can accelerate your results to have your ideal business and...


Turning Dreams into Reality: A Step-by-Step Guide to Manifesting Your Goals
03/27/2025

Do you ever feel like your big dreams are just out of reach? Have you been working hard toward your goals but keep coming up short somehow? If so, it may be time to tap into manifestation. This principle allows you to bridge the gap between visualizing success and experiencing it in tangible form.

 

What if I told you that you can turn desires into reality...with some discipline and know-how? As woo-woo as it sounds, the manifestation tools train your subconscious mind to transform thoughts into outcomes. It’s not magic; it’s the well...


7 Productivity Hacks to Boost Your Output
03/20/2025

In today's fast-paced world, productivity is key to achieving your goals and getting ahead. However, with so many distractions and things competing for our attention, staying focused and optimizing our output can be tough. 

 

The good news is that making a few simple tweaks to your daily habits and routines can lead to noticeable improvements in your productivity.

 

Let’s explore 7 easy hacks you can start implementing today to increase your productivity and maximize your output, whether at work or in your personal endeavors.

 

Making small and consis...


Strap on Your Boots to Transform Your Consumer Interactions and Increase Your Success
03/18/2025

I know you will find my guest to be a wealth of information related to helping you utilize tech-driven solutions to solve challenges and accelerate the growth of your business.     

Jason Sherman is a successful innovator, award-winning filmmaker, published author, and tech startup expert with a background in journalism. He is the CEO and co-founder of the video friendship app Spinnr and the AI creation platform Vengo AI. Featured in major media outlets such as the Wall Street Journal and USA Today, Jason also lectures at universities and mentors at tech events. His ventures focus on leveraging tec...


The Power of Belief - How Mindset Fuels Your Potential
03/13/2025

Let me tell you a story about Emma because I think you can learn something to help you create your ideal business and ideal life.

 

Emma had dreamed of starting her own baking business since she was 10 years old, mixing cupcakes in her mom's kitchen. After college, she decided it was time. She rented a small storefront, took out some loans, and dove in headfirst to opening her bakery, "Emma's Sweets."

 

Those first few months were rough. Business was slow, and Emma started having doubts. She wondered if she had made a...


How to Get Motivated When You’re Feeling Uninspired
03/06/2025

We all have those days when we just don’t feel like doing the work associated with achieving our goals, so the question is: How do you get motivated when you’re feeling uninspired?

 

It’s as simple as finding the motivating factor - the thing that will inspire you to take the next step.

 

But what if the thing that normally motivates you isn’t working today – right now when you need it?  How do you get motivated and inspired to do what you need to do?

 

Find a new m...


3 Tips to Overcome Your Limiting Beliefs and Achieve Your Goals
02/27/2025

Ahhh, the good ol’ catchphrase: Believe in yourself. 

If only it were that simple, right?

 

I know. This expression may feel cliché. But it’s worth looking closer at your belief system to better understand how it impacts your goals and your goal achievement. After all, your beliefs, both positive and negative, will affect your confidence and overall job performance. This, in turn, affects your ability to achieve your goals. To begin, we must consider where our belief system originates.

 

Throughout our lives, we’ve acquired a belief system—whether we’r...


How do you need to show up in life to have the business and life you truly want?
02/25/2025

How do you currently show up in Life?

How do you need to show up in life to have the business and life you truly want?

 

I know you will find my guest, Marcy Axelrod, to be a wealth of information related to helping you Show Up in your business and in life even more, so you can be even more successful and take your business to the next level, because Showing Up is the crucial playbook for leading an impactful and high-achieving life.

 

Marcy Axelrod is a bestselling an...


Routine Mastery: The Unexpected Key to Achieving Your Goals Even Faster
02/20/2025

Ever feel like you're spinning your wheels, busy all day but not getting any closer to your main goals? It's irritating, and all too often. Here's the deal: how you spend your time ultimately affects what you accomplish. The idea is to work smarter rather than harder, and a well-designed regimen can be the key to help you do this.

 

Consider your routine to be the unseen scaffolding that holds your life together. Daily behaviors, no matter how minor, can lead to significant effects and could keep you frustratedly stranded.


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