A Better Life W/ Rachel Rofe - Practical Personal Development For An Amazing Life + Business

Today's episode packs 10 easy (like: 5-minute-or-less easy) things you can do that make a TANGIBLE difference on the planet.If you want to do more for the planet but feel like you don't know where to start, this is the show for you. Sponsored by http://www.InspiredHustle.com

If you'd like to be a bestselling author (either for business benefits or because you love to write), this episode is for you. I go over 7 of the highest leverage things you can do if you want to be a bestselling author. I've used these tips to create 50+ bestselling books and to help hundreds of people become bestselling authors. I actually have a "done for you" bestseller program that has a 100% success rate, and I lay out what I do in this episode. It's not that hard to become a bestseller - you'll see why when you listen. :) Sponsored by: http://rachelrofe.com/bestseller  

Twitter is one of the most underrated traffic sources out there. You can use it to get more sales, meet amazing people, and grow your influence - FAST. Because of that, I created an episode going over: - How you can use Twitter to meet great people and build beneficial relationships - How you can use Twitter to get more sales - All the minimum basics you need for Twitter success - Why you need to tweet on a regular basis to maximize your visibility - Fantastic resources to learn more about your followers and analyze the performance of not only your tweets but your competitors' tweets as well ...and a bit more about a brand new software I've been working on for months, which automates all the difficult, time-consuming components of Twitter, leaving you with only the fun, social parts! As always, please me know how well you liked this episode by pinging me on Twitter.com/RachelRofe or Facebook.com/RachelRofe. :) Sponsored by: http://www.PostDynamo.com

In today's episode, I speak with online rock star Connie Green, who has achieved phenomenal business success in spite of having to overcome enormous obstacles along the way. We talk about: - How Connie went from being homeless and scraping barnacles off boats for $5 an hour to becoming a successful entrepreneur and running her own business - Why you should leverage your personal connections to discover your strengths and greatest assets - Practical advice about taking risks and pursuing your dreams - The importance of believing in yourself -- you really can achieve anything you set your mind to...the key is being consistent and persistent - Connie's mindset advice to stay positive and focused - Why you should always expect great things to happen and nothing less ...and a bit more about how visualization techniques and "daydreaming" have helped Connie overcome her biggest challenges, including multiple battles with cancer. As always, please me know how you enjoyed this episode by pinging me on Twitter.com/Rach

So many people struggle with how to say 'no'. It can be HARD! And that's why, in today's episode, I'm going over: - How saying 'yes' when you mean 'no' leads to living your life on someone else's terms even if it doesn't make sense for you - 3 strategies for saying 'no' with kindness and tact depending on how well you know the person - Why providing a reason and using the magic word 'because' helps everybody feel better in the face of nay saying - Why it's okay not getting back to people you don't know...you don't owe everyone a response ...and a bit more about the importance of your life, health, and time and how you can't get those things back if you say 'yes' to everyone but yourself. As always, please me know how well you liked this episode by pinging me on Twitter.com/RachelRofe or Facebook.com/RachelRofe. :) Sponsored by: http://www.InspiredHustle.com

In this episode, I talk to Paul Angone, a national speaker and best-selling author who is passionate about helping people work their way towards their true purpose in life. We discuss: - How to harness the power of the unique flavor you bring to the world - The 9 key ingredients that truly successful people possess and how you can incorporate these ingredients into your own "signature sauce" - Why failure is an essential tool that can lead to your true purpose and greatest achievements - A powerful technique to reverse-engineer your life's vision and create an actionable step-by-step plan - How to eliminate frustration and start taking action - 11 questions you need to ask to identify your core values and most-pressing goals ...and a bit more about the importance of pushing forward to do the things that make you feel most alive. As always, please me know what you thought about this episode by pinging me on Twitter.com/RachelRofe or Facebook.com/RachelRofe. :) Sponsored by: http://www.PodcastProdigy.com

Today, I speak with Selena Valentine, an hypnotist who assists more than 2,000 people each year (with the help of a team of fellow hypnotists) to feel better and improve their lives. We cover: - Selena's proudest moments helping clients reach their goals easily, quickly, and confidently - Common misconceptions about hypnosis (no, it's not about making people bark like a dog or cluck like a chicken) - How hypnosis can tap into your subconscious mind to unlock hidden memories and will power reserves that lead to permanent, positive change - Why the subconscious programming your received as a child can have a dramatic impact on your belief system as an adult - How you exist in a state of hypnosis more often that you think...when you watch movies, listen to stories, anytime something lowers the guard of your conscious mind - The optimal time to engage in self-hypnosis ...and a bit more about how to program yourself to be able to earn more money (abundance is the key). As always, please me know how well you liked

In today's episode, I speak with the incredible Michael Santos who gained control of his destiny while serving a 26-year prison sentence and returned to society with his dignity intact, ready to contribute and make the world a better place. We talk about: - How Michael made over a million dollars, earned 2 degrees, AND got married all while he was in prison - Michael's 3-pronged plan to educate himself, give back to society, and build a support network - Why you don't need to shell out tons of money on high-end coaching programs or big-name gurus... - How to commit to living a value-based, goal-oriented life - The importance of building a strong support network - How you can overcome any challenge in your life as long as you have a disciplined plan - Michael's mindset approach to keep his spirits high, maintain his confidence, and hit the ground running - Why we all can, and should, strive to pursue our passions and discover that piece in our lives that's going to make us happiest ...and a bit more about h

Today's episode shares a tip that will hopefully help you feel more alive, especially if you've been feeling numb, disconnected, or overwhelmed. I go over: - Practical ways to achieve a greater sense of aliveness without turning it into a major life project - How to make a list of action items that will bring back your zest for life - Why a little creative thinking and some supplies lying around your house can bring you big results ...Plus, to help you get inspired, I share the items on my list that make me feel more alive. As always, please me know how you enjoyed this episode by pinging me on Twitter.com/RachelRofe or Facebook.com/RachelRofe. :) Sponsored by: http://www.PodcastProdigy.com

In today's episode, I speak with Denise Duffield Thomas, an expert on money mindset and breaking through your income ceiling. We go over: - How surrounding yourself with positive people and low money drama can impact your life for the better - Why you need to know - without a shadow of a doubt - what it costs to run your business and your life - How to find the right kinds of friends by setting the intention, knowing what you're looking for, and taking action - Denise's 2-column tracking exercise to improve your money-handling skills and realize your abundance - How the seemingly little things you do can dramatically alter other people's perceptions of you and the value that you bring - The importance of assessing the symbolic reasons that explain why your income level is stuck (especially for women) and giving yourself permission to excel ...and a bit more about letting go of resentment so you can clear the channels in your life that are preventing you from increasing your income. As always, please me know h

Today, I speak with Dale Partridge, the creator of multiple multi-million dollar businesses including Sevenly, a clothing and design company that donates $7 of every purchase to charity. In our conversation, we cover: - How shifting his mindset from making lots of money to helping people lead Dale to creating $10 million in revenue, being featured on the covers of magazines, and traveling the world - Dale's golden rule for layoffs and why it's crucial that we humanize the process - The 4 eras most companies go through - including deception - and how to break the cycle so your company remains in the honest era for good - Why more companies need to create a better version of capitalism that values people over profits (they'll end up making more money in the long-run) - How to develop effective leadership skills and have the courage to champion the causes you believe in - Dale's fear-fighting exercise...make a list of plan B options and build a safety net for yourself ...and a bit more about why, as consumers, w

In today's episode I speak with the vibrant and enlightening Thais Guimaraes. Our conversation covers: - How to develop the courage to live according to your true calling - Tips for striking a balance between your masculine and feminine attributes to prevent both burn-out and stall-out - How to differentiate between fear and intuition so you can start taking massive action - How to experience the full range of your emotions - Why everyone can be a leader based on the actions you choose, the decisions you make, and the stories you share As always, please me know how you enjoyed this episode by pinging me on Twitter.com/RachelRofe or Facebook.com/RachelRofe. :) Sponsored by: http://www.PodcastProdigy.com

Welcome to part 2 of my conversation with Paul Sanders. In this episode, Paul and I delve more in depth into the topic of creating friendships, but not just any friendships - intentional friendships. In our discussion, we go over: - Why you need to be more strategic throughout the friend-making process and surround yourself with people who elevate and inspire you - How to use 'hook points' to naturally steer a conversation towards exchanging contact information and precisely what to say - Why leveraging activities you are already doing is the perfect invite strategy and how to create pressure-free group outings even if you're brand new to a location - Paul's weekly habit for following up with people and what to do if they don't respond - How showing a little vulnerability can go a long way towards establishing strong, long-term friendships ...and a bit more about achieving a balance between being proactive and having a good time; the process of making friends should be dynamic and fun! As always, please me

Sponsored by: http://www.PodcastProdigy.com Welcome to part 1 of my conversation with Paul Sanders, which is all about how to start conversations, maintain them, and how to scale them into meaningful friendships. We go over: - The simplest way to start a conversation with a stranger no matter your situation or location - How to take the theme of a networking event and turn it into a foolproof, easy ice breaker - What to do to move forward from the initial meet-and-greet to discover common ground and build a friendship - How to effectively manage your expectations at networking events and project a vibe of authenticity - Paul's expert trick for getting people to feel an instant connection to you - Why you don't need to be impressive or cool to have a great conversation (overcome the emotional hurdles that are holding you back!) - How to use the 5% exercise to expand your comfort zone and make more connections ...plus an impromptu conversation between Paul and me showing you how to find common ground with the p

Warning: The first 10 minutes in this one has rough audio, but then it gets better. I apologize for that! I don't know what happened, but knew the content was so good that I didn't want you to miss out. You can also get the audio transcript by going to http://www.RachelRofe.com/adria. Today, I speak with Adria DeCorte, a close friend whose business teachings revolve around making eating healthy doable. In our conversation, we cover: - Why what you eat impacts your body and how it can also affect your business - The types of food to eat to supercharge creativity flow and make you feel more inspired -What you need to fuel your body with to become more grounded, productive, and ready to hustle - The easy tool Adria uses (instead of recipes) to simplify kitchen time and yield a variety of different tasty meal options - How to use food remixes to reboot your leftovers and continuously bring fresh energy to your business ...and a bit more about Adria's top 3 action steps for anyone who wants to integrate a health

In today's show, I talk with Jia Jiang of "100 Days Of Rejection" - an experiment he created where, for 100 days, he aimed to get rejected in all kinds of wacky ways. We cover: - How seeking rejection out can actually desensitize you to pain - The process Jia went through, from scared and humiliated, to confident and holding his ground - The 2 ingredients you need to turn a 'no' into a 'yes' (Hint: One's a key word and the other has to do with mindset) - How rejection is less about you and more about the other person; it really isn't personal! - Why you need to vacate your comfort zone and elevate to the 'possibility zone' ...and a bit more about Jia's proudest moments, including the time he met Bill Gates. As always, please me know how you enjoyed this episode by pinging me on Twitter.com/RachelRofe or Facebook.com/RachelRofe. :) Today's show is sponsored by: http://www.PodcastProdigy.com

Sponsored by: http://www.PodcastProdigy.com This episode is a little bit different from what I normally do, but it was requested multiple times. Today, I discuss my path to success and what I am most proud of in my professional life. Some of the items I talk about include: - How I got the gumption to quit my job to pursue Internet marketing full-time - The best way to create consistent, fast income when you're just starting out - Why podcasts are such an outstanding marketing tool for business owners - How to turn away from "feast or famine" opportunities and start focusing on creating consistent, long-term revenue - The importance of hustling so you can get paid month after month ...and a bit more about my experiences with Craigslist, membership sites, and niche marketing. As always, please me know how you were inspired by this episode by pinging me on Twitter.com/RachelRofe or Facebook.com/RachelRofe. :)

Sponsored by http://www.PodcastProdigy.com In this episode, I talk with Lee Cockerell, the former Executive Vice President of Operations for Walt Disney World who has led teams of more than 40,000 employees and been responsible for 20 resort hotels, 4 theme parks, 2 water parks, and more! In our discussion, we cover: - The 2 driving forces that have propelled Lee towards huge success despite not having a college degree - How to prioritize the areas of your life so you can go from surviving to thriving - The key to time management: knowing when and how to say 'no' - Why, in your business, you need to "put on a show" of professionalism no matter what - The most important question to ask yourself every day to maintain your focus - How a little resourcefulness can go a long way in terms of forming a great business without spending a fortune - Lee's top tips for the best way to grow your business, including his wife's advice about mastering the art of pricing - How to effectively use (and not abuse) social media s

Sponsored by: http://www.PodcastProdigy.com In today's episode, I share 5 things I track in my business every single day. Some of the things I cover: - What you can do to make sure you're regularly building your list - How much my social media accounts have grown since implementing tracking - The super simple tracking tools and resources you can use to monitor your finances - How to reverse-engineer goals so you're making the absolute most out of every single day - And why having a daily power hour with an accountability partner can give you crazy amounts of focus As always, please me know what you thought about this episode by pinging me on Twitter.com/RachelRofe or Facebook.com/RachelRofe. :)

Sponsored by: http://www.PodcastProdigy.com In today's conversation, I speak with Honoree Corder about her new book "Business Dating," which is all about how to create effective relationships in the business world. In the episode, we go over: - How to build mutually beneficial, long-term business relationships - The top three ingredients you need to be a successful business person - Mindset strategies to become more at ease with networking...even if you're an introvert - What to say instead of "How can I help you?" to entice more clients - How to use the twelve-by-twelve system to keep track of your clients and improve your networking skills - The 5 stages of the "trust bridge," which will help you build more meaningful relationships so you can get the cash, connections, and contributions you need - Why having clear guidelines and a hard-stop can improve the flow of your meetings ...and more juicy tidbits about the importance of authenticity and how "you can't do the right thing with the wrong person, and you