Selling the Couch
457 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 286 ratingsWith 1.81 million+ downloads, Selling the Couch is an Apple Top Career podcast for current and future mental health private practitioners who think differently. Psychologist Melvin Varghese interviews successful therapists in private practice about how they built their businesses as well as top entrepreneurs, business/marketing, and social media experts.*
You'll learn how therapists get referrals, grow their practices, work through fears, find their enough, and stop "trading time for income." Melvin also shares the lessons as he grows his impact + income beyond the therapy room (podcasting, YouTube, writing, online courses, masterminds, investing, etc) and the tips and tools he uses to grow STC from a single-person business to the CEO of a 6-figure business.*
Featured in Psychology Today, Good Therapy, and Psych Central
****Get show notes and even more good stuff at sellingthecouch.com/stcpodcast*
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Episodes
ENCORE: Low Risk Ways To Host Your First Retreat with Megan Gunnell
July 04, 2024 07:00 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MBHosting a retreat sounds like a great idea, right? When you stop and think about all the logistical and financial details, that’s when many fears and questions come to the surface. Perhaps the biggest fear is whether enough people will pay for your retreat to make it a success. Join us as we dive into this topic with today’s expert guest! Our Featured Guest Megan Gunnell In addition to being a business owner, author, and triathlete, Megan Gunnell is a Clinical Social Worker who has been h...
ENCORE: The Anxiety Of Finding A Private Practice Niche
June 27, 2024 07:00 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MBAbout a month ago, I shared that I’ve decided to go into private practice, in addition to keeping STC running and growing. There are three main reasons for this decision: I miss the therapy room, a clinical arm to my business is a wise move, and I’ll be able to more strategically diversify my income. I think this venture will offer new opportunities for the future that are beneficial in many ways, but, to be honest, this decision has brought me some anxiety, insomnia, and depression. I’m a...
ENCORE: Using Brainspotting To Work With Athletes
June 20, 2024 07:00 - 40 minutes - 36.6 MBToday’s session is all about brainspotting, a powerful and fascinating psychotherapy technique that I have personally found to be helpful. Specifically, we discuss the technique as it is used to help performance athletes. Join us to learn more! Our Featured Guest Thad Frye, LCSW Thad Frye is a licensed clinical social worker in Boulder, CO. As a certified brainspotting consultant, Thad has gone through multiple levels of training in this therapy technique. In our conversation, Thad explai...
ENCORE: What Therapists Should Know As Billions Are Invested In Mental Health Startups
June 13, 2024 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBToday’s session covers a topic that many clinicians are pondering. Many, like me, are having conversations with themselves in their heads about the available opportunities and the most efficient and ethical ways not to be left behind as technology presents new options in our field. The issue is how we can navigate the world of mental health tech startups that are available to join us to support our good work. Examples of what these startups provide are electronic health records, website desi...
ENCORE What I Learned from Creating a Course for CEUs with Matthew Bierds
June 06, 2024 07:00 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MBMany of us have thought about creating continuing education courses and wondered how the process works and what factors are involved. Who better to learn from than someone who has done this successfully? Being successful at CEU course creation takes innovation, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us for informative insights from today’s guest! Our Featured Guest Matthew Bierds Matt Bierds, from Duke City Counseling, is a licensed professional counselor, course creator, and pro...
368: What I Learned After My First Two Talks
May 30, 2024 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBTo keep you informed, this will be the last session before I take a summer break. Along with taking time for much-anticipated rest, I’ll be busy with my family and many STC-related projects! STC will still be here, though, as we run replays of our best episodes for you during this time. I look forward to returning in a few weeks with another great season of podcast sessions for you! As I prepare to see clients very soon in my return to private practice, I’ve been given unique opportunities...
367: Psychedelic Therapy: What You Need To Know As A Therapist
May 23, 2024 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBAs I’m moving back into clinical work, I’m compelled to do more clinical-related podcasts. Today’s session fits that bill as it delves into psychedelic psychotherapy, an area of clinical work that is exploding with interesting potential. There is a lot to navigate within this topic; join us to learn more! Our Featured Guest Keith Kurlander Keith Kurlander is the co-founder of the Integrative Psychiatry Institute (IPI) and the co-host of the Higher Practice Podcast. The IPI is the largest ...
366: Finding Your Enough As An Entrepreneur with Jeanetta Garrison, LCSW
May 16, 2024 07:00 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBMore is not always better. We often find that what we are chasing in our pursuit of success is not what we thought it was. Entrepreneurship for private practice clinicians naturally attracts many high achievers and recovering perfectionists, so we need to take a pause and periodically reassess and redefine what success looks like. Join us for a closer look at this important topic! Our Featured Guest Jeanetta Garrison, LCSW Jeanetta Garrison is an anxiety therapist in private practice in C...
365: Starter Podcaster Setups
May 09, 2024 07:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBOne of the most common questions I’m asked is about the gear needed to begin podcasting. I will honestly admit that it’s a difficult decision when you’re just starting because you want reliable equipment that does a great job, but you are also hesitant to break the bank for it. As you progress, several factors complicate the choices of gear, such as how you conduct guest interviews and whether you have a co-host. In today’s session, I’m walking you through four common podcasting scenarios an...
364: How to Start Writing a Book: Things They Don’t Tell You
May 02, 2024 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBIf you’ve ever thought about writing a book, you’ve realized that the process is intimidating. Just knowing where to begin and how to proceed pose big challenges. We are tackling this topic with today’s guest and uncovering the things nobody tells you about writing a book. Join us to get real and learn more! Our Featured Guest Raj Lulla Raj Lulla is a StoryBrand Certified designer and strategist. He and his partner, Ben Lueders, are the co-owners of Fruitful Design & Strategy, where they ...
363: How To Make Money From Your Podcast Without Just Relying on Sponsors with Melvin Varghese, Ph.D.
April 25, 2024 07:00 - 22 minutes - 10.4 MBPodcast sponsorship is often seen as the “golden goose” of podcasting. We started working with sponsors on STC a few years ago, and they have generated over $95k to this point. However, I’ve learned that relying solely on sponsorships is not the wisest stance because your success rides the ebbs and flows of another company’s marketing budget. I’m very grateful for the sponsors who have worked with us, but I don’t want to depend on them for the main source of income for STC. Today, I’m sharin...
362: Low Risk Ways To Host Your First Retreat with Megan Gunnell
April 18, 2024 07:00 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBHosting a retreat sounds like a great idea, right? When you stop and think about all the logistical and financial details, that’s when many fears and questions come to the surface. Perhaps the biggest fear is whether enough people will pay for your retreat to make it a success. Join us as we dive into this topic with today’s expert guest! Our Featured Guest Megan Gunnell In addition to being a business owner, author, and triathlete, Megan Gunnell is a Clinical Social Worker who has been h...
361: The Anxiety Of Finding A Private Practice Niche
April 11, 2024 07:00 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MBAbout a month ago, I shared that I’ve decided to go into private practice, in addition to keeping STC running and growing. There are three main reasons for this decision: I miss the therapy room, a clinical arm to my business is a wise move, and I’ll be able to more strategically diversify my income. I think this venture will offer new opportunities for the future that are beneficial in many ways, but, to be honest, this decision has brought me some anxiety, insomnia, and depression. I’m a...
360: What I Learned from Creating a Course for CEUs with Matthew Bierds
April 04, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBMany of us have thought about creating continuing education courses and wondered how the process works and what factors are involved. Who better to learn from than someone who has done this successfully? Being successful at CEU course creation takes innovation, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join us for informative insights from today’s guest! Our Featured Guest Matthew Bierds Matt Bierds, from Duke City Counseling, is a licensed professional counselor, course creator, and pro...
ENCORE: How To Work Through Perfectionism When Launching Your Online Course (Katie Lear, LCMHC, RPT, RDT)
March 28, 2024 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBIf you’ve had a standoff with perfectionism in starting something new, you’ll want to join us for this coaching call in today’s session. Like most clinicians who are branching out with an online course, my guest is struggling with her fears about this new endeavor and whether she will get it right. Join us to hear the conversation. Our Featured Guest for today’s coaching call Katie Lear, LCMHC, RPT, RDT Katie Lear is a therapist in solo private practice near Charlotte, NC. She was part of...
ENCORE: How To Not Let Work Become Your Identity (Dan Cumberland)
March 21, 2024 07:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBWelcome to a brand new season of Selling the Couch! After an extended sabbatical of several months, it’s good to be back on STC with new, exciting shows. Today’s topic is one that we have all contemplated to some degree. I imagine that many coffee shop conversations and therapy sessions have included discussions around how we think about work and integrate our work into our post-pandemic lives. Join us to learn more! Our Featured Guest Dan Cumberland Dan Cumberland is a creative, catalyst...
ENCORE: Avoid These 3 Mistakes The Average Investor Makes
March 07, 2024 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBToday’s show focuses on one of my favorite topics, which is personal finance. Investing can be overwhelming and very confusing. Join us to learn how anyone can approach investing with knowledge and confidence. Our Featured Guest: Andy Gupta Andy Gupta and I have become good friends over the past couple of months. He is a kind and genuine person who worked for 20 years on Wall Street. He is a graduate of Harvard Business School who understands the ins and outs of investing, and he wants to...
359: What Therapists Should Know As Billions Are Invested In Mental Health Startups
February 29, 2024 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBToday’s session covers a topic that many clinicians are pondering. Many, like me, are having conversations with themselves in their heads about the available opportunities and the most efficient and ethical ways not to be left behind as technology presents new options in our field. The issue is how we can navigate the world of mental health tech startups that are available to join us to support our good work. Examples of what these startups provide are electronic health records, website desi...
358: Why I’m Going Back to Private Practice
February 22, 2024 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBI have big news! I’m going back into private practice! Don’t worry, though, because STC remains, and I’ll be adding 1-2 days of clinical work each week. In today’s session, I’m pulling back the curtain on my thought process as I’ve pondered this decision for quite a while. Do I have all the bits and pieces organized and figured out? The answer is NO, and that’s okay. I want to give you a glimpse into the messy middle of this decision and the three main reasons I have made this choice. You’...
357: Using Brainspotting To Work With Athletes
February 15, 2024 07:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBToday’s session is all about brainspotting, a powerful and fascinating psychotherapy technique that I have personally found to be helpful. Specifically, we discuss the technique as it is used to help performance athletes. Join us to learn more! Our Featured Guest Thad Frye, LCSW Thad Frye is a licensed clinical social worker in Boulder, CO. As a certified brainspotting consultant, Thad has gone through multiple levels of training in this therapy technique. In our conversation, Thad explai...
356: 7 Lessons I Learned From Two 7-Figure Entrepreneurs
February 08, 2024 07:00 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBAs I’ve learned and grown as an entrepreneur, I have tried to study and learn from those who are further along on the journey. I’ve come to understand that I can learn as much from their hard lessons and challenges as I can from their successes. Today’s session is based on a podcast interview I listened to a couple of months ago. It featured Ali Abdaal and Sahil Bloom, two online creators who have built 7-figure businesses and audiences of over 6 million followers. In their insightful interv...
355: Strategies for Securing Contracts (with schools and the government)
February 01, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 53.5 MBToday’s session covers the unusual topic of securing contracts from different agencies for mental health services. This aspect of therapy work is not what we normally think about as clinicians, but the connection between private practice and federal funding for programs that can be a wonderful niche. Whether you’ve ever thought about this topic or this is brand new to you, today’s conversation will be food for thought about opening new doors and opportunities in the therapy world. Join us to...
354: Why Every Course Creator Should Start A Podcast
January 25, 2024 07:00 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MBIf you have ever considered creating an online course, or if you are already a course creator, you have probably thought a lot about marketing that course. The challenge is how to be thoughtful and creative in marketing your course, which becomes a separate income stream for your business. Starting a podcast is one of the best ways to market your course while creating a solid, compound income stream, and we are talking strategy today as I share what I’ve learned through my experience. Join u...
353: Setting Up An Email Series To Market Your Practice
January 18, 2024 07:00 - 43 minutes - 39.3 MBAre you using an email sequence in your practice? In today’s session, we are exploring the question of why more clinicians don’t create email sequences, which I believe is a smart and logical move. I have found that most of our STC sales come via our email list, and not through social media platforms. I’ve learned the hard lessons about this topic, so I hope this conversation will help you avoid some of my mistakes in this area. Join us to learn more! Our Featured Guest Avivit Fisher Aviv...
352: When An Idea For An Online Course Comes From Therapy Sessions
January 11, 2024 07:00 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MBMany therapists have created online courses or have thought about creating an online course. It’s one of the best ways to increase your visibility, establish your expertise, and expand your audience and impact in the world. The course creation journey is not an easy one, and it’s full of challenges and ups and downs. Join us for a transparent look at the process from today’s guest! Our Featured Guest Linda Murphy, MEd, MA, LMHC Linda Murphy is a group practice owner in Florida, and she’s ...
351: How to (Correctly) Pitch Podcasts with Dustin Riechmann
January 04, 2024 07:00 - 33 minutes - 45.3 MBToday’s session is a conversation about how to navigate guest appearances on podcasts. Whether you have future aspirations to launch a podcast or desire to grow your visibility by appearing on podcasts, this will be a helpful session for you! Podcasting offers possibilities for interesting connections and unimaginable opportunities. Join us to learn more! Our Featured Guest Dustin Riechmann Dustin Riechmann is a new friend with whom I connected on LinkedIn. From an engineering background,...
ENCORE: How To Increase Fees With Existing Clients
December 28, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MBToday’s topic is one that many clinicians have navigated, are navigating, or will navigate in the future. It’s the idea of increasing fees with existing clients. I’ve seen this topic come up repeatedly in online groups for therapists, and I know it brings anxiety and confusion. Let’s dig into it together! Our Featured Guests Kelly Higdon and Miranda Palmer Kelly Higdon and Miranda Palmer are therapists, private practice owners, and the founders of ZynnyMe, where they teach and train thera...
ENCORE: Writing A Children's Book
December 21, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBHave you ever considered writing a children’s book? I’ll admit that I’ve thought about it, and it might be a new endeavor in my future. Writing a children’s book takes creativity and planning, and much perseverance is required to navigate the publishing process. Join me as I talk to a longtime friend who has been through the process and published two children’s books. Our Featured Guest Amy Jivani Amy is a childhood friend of mine who has become a children’s book author. Her latest book, ...
ENCORE: Owning A Therapy Building During The Pandemic
December 14, 2023 07:00 - 41 minutes - 37.5 MBWhat would it be like to own and run your own group therapy practice--including the building? And to complicate matters, what if the whole endeavor is getting off the ground during a global pandemic? It might sound crazy, but you’ll hear the details from today’s guest who is making it all happen after facing down all the obstacles. Join us! Our Featured Guest Karen Grayson, PhD, LPC Dr. Karen Grayson had a vision a few years ago of owning a therapy practice building, so she followed throu...
ENCORE: Long-Haul COVID-19 and Private Practice
December 07, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBToday’s show is about navigating long-haul COVID symptoms and life as a private practitioner. I wanted to have a non-academic conversation about this intriguing topic from a real-life perspective. Join us to learn more! Our Featured Guest Robert Cox, MA, LPC, NCC Robert Cox is a private practitioner in Kentucky. He contracted COVID back in December. After a few weeks, he noticed that his symptoms improved a little but then continued. You’ll hear Robert’s story of his long-haul COVID sympt...
ENCORE: Improving Your Sleep As A Therapist: Tips From A Sleep Psychologist
November 30, 2023 07:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBToday’s show is about one of my most favorite topics in the world: sleep. I’ll admit that my thinking about sleep has changed a lot over the years as I’ve learned more. Whether you’re a champion sleeper or someone who needs to pay more attention to rest, today’s show has helpful information and expert tips for you. Join us! Our Featured Guest Liz Slonena Liz Slonena is a psychologist in Asheville, NC. She has expertise in sleep and insomnia, and I wanted to have her share her insights wit...
ENCORE: Building A Directory For Trauma Therapists
November 16, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBToday’s show is about building an online directory, which is hugely relevant to every clinician. Whether you’ve used an online directory to refer clients or thought about creating a directory to help other clinicians and clients, you know that it is a valuable resource that makes it easier to find a therapist who can help with very specific needs. Join us to learn more! Our Featured Guest Laura Reagan, LCSW-C Laura Reagan is a clinical social worker and integrative trauma specialist in Ma...
ENCORE: When Chronic Health Concerns are Dismissed
November 09, 2023 07:00 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBWelcome to a new season of STC! Today’s conversation is different from the typical STC session, as it was inspired by a thread created in the STC community about healthcare providers dismissing legitimate medical concerns. This situation is one that you might encounter personally or with your clients, so I hope you’ll find our conversation helpful and informative. Join us! Our Featured Guest Danielle Hughes, MA, LPC Danielle Hughes is in private practice in Loveland, CO. Danielle shared h...
350: The Beginners Guide To Launching A Course Affiliate Program
October 26, 2023 07:00 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MBCreating an affiliate program for your online course can make a huge difference in your sales, but there are important things to consider. Being ready to start an affiliate program has prompted me to ask for a lot of advice from creators whose values align with mine. Do you want to know what they told me? Join me for this episode to learn more! You’ll Learn: My explanation of the basics of an affiliate program and how it works 5 things successful creators told me to think about: Start wi...
349: Working Through Messages About What A Therapist Is "Supposed" To Do with Erin Gibb
October 19, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBWelcome! Today’s topic is relevant to every clinician and business owner. How do we create and build a business according to our values and sense of fulfillment rather than based on what society says should fulfill us? Join us to learn more! Our Featured Guest Erin Gibb Erin Gibb is a group practice owner, podcast host, and coach who specializes in helping therapists navigate the societal and systemic factors that impact their businesses. She helps people build businesses and lives in ali...
348: Could Keeping Your business Small Be the Next BIG Thing? with Melvin Varghese, PhD
October 12, 2023 07:00 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MBTwo questions confront me daily: How big do I actually want to grow STC? What is the purpose of STC in relation to my overall life? Freedom is my most important value, and building my business around my life, family, and health is most important to me. Not every entrepreneur has the same goals, but these are questions for every entrepreneur to consider. Let’s take a closer look in today’s session! You’ll Learn: How I was compromising to fit life around my business instead of optimizing the...
347: How to Make Money with AirBnb Rentals
October 05, 2023 07:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBMany therapists are interested in diversifying their income streams beyond their clinical work. We focus today’s session on a very specific aspect of supplemental income, mainly around AirBnb rentals. Join us to learn more! Our Featured Guest Mando Sallavanti III Armando “Mando” Sallavanti III is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ with a wealth of wisdom to share. We met and connected through LinkedIn, and we’ve had several conversations in recent months. In this session, he shares his expert...
346: How I’m Thinking About YouTube as a Podcaster (and Dad)
September 28, 2023 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBSince the beginning of this podcast in 2015, I’ve thought a lot about how I can use YouTube to maximize the impact of STC. I’ve pondered many questions about the sustainability of this endeavor and whether I should be creating separate content on YouTube or simply repurposing these podcast episodes on YouTube. As a result of coaching, taking courses, and obsessively (nerdily) studying YouTube, I have decided to finally leap into YouTube in 2024. In today’s session, I’ll share what went int...
345: How to Become a Speaker with Jasmin Haley
September 21, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBMany of us aspire to add public speaking as a way to grow our impact beyond the therapy room, but it can be overwhelming to get started. Join us to learn more from today’s guest! Our Featured Guest Jasmin Haley Jasmin Haley has an interesting career that blossomed from her years in healthcare doing public speaking around the topics of substance use and HIV. From that platform, she launched her business consulting business to help others become better public speakers by honing in on their ...
344: Should I Stop An Existing Podcast To Start A New One?
September 14, 2023 07:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBIt’s not unusual for a podcaster to rebrand and head in a new direction after podcasting for a while. The big questions in this transition are around the logistics of the rebranding process. Today’s session is a coaching call with a member of our Healthcasters Podcasting Course who is unsure about the best way to handle this big transition. Join us as we talk it out and figure out her best next steps! Our Featured Guest for Today’s Coaching Call: Marie Vakakis, MA, AMHSW Marie Vakakis is ...
343: How to Build Authentic Relationships With Journalists
September 07, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBBuilding relationships with journalists can be an open door to having your work featured, spotlighted, and available to a wider audience. The opportunities and possibilities are endless, but how do we build those authentic relationships? I hope this session will be helpful and informative for you as we learn more from today’s guest! Our Featured Guest Aisha R. Shabazz Aisha R. Shabazz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the Philadelphia area. In addition, she is a private practice str...
ENCORE: Depression and Private Practice Building
August 31, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBToday’s topic is a popular one that affects many people. I’m not ashamed to say that I have struggled with mental health and depression. It’s especially important to know how to balance mental health and the challenges of entrepreneurship. Join us for this incredibly open and honest conversation. Our Featured Guest-Rebekah Shackney, LCSW Rebekah Shackney has struggled with depression, which runs on both sides of her family. She’s here to share her story and how her life and business have ...
ENCORE: How To Invest Intelligently: Top Tips From A Certified Financial Planner
August 24, 2023 07:00 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBI have to admit that the topic of personal finance excites the nerd in me. I love reading and learning more about all things around finance! Investing intelligently and planning for retirement are often intimidating areas in which we can always benefit from expert advice. Join us to learn how you can make solid investment decisions and better prepare for your future. Our Featured Guest-Dave Frank, Certified Financial Planner Dave Frank is the founder of Turning Point Financial Life Plannin...
ENCORE: A Slow, Intentional Transition To Full Time Private Practice
August 10, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBStaying true to our values is important in the work we do as clinicians. True business success for us is not based solely on the revenue we generate but on many other important aspects, such as working in a way that our genuine gifts and talents show forth in the meaningful and purposeful work that we do. Join us to learn more. Our Featured Guest-Jennifer Kasey, PsyD Jennifer Kasey is a good friend, mentor, and sister in the Christian faith. She and I met way back in 2009 in Nashville, and...
ENCORE: How To Overcome The Crippling Fear Of Launching A New Product Or Service
August 03, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBIn any solo episode, I love to be transparent in sharing the behind-the-scenes processes in the entrepreneurial journey. On social media, we see highlights and the finished product, but we rarely see the struggle and obstacles in getting there. Today’s focus is on confronting and overcoming fear as I go through the process of building a new product. My hope is that this episode will give you encouragement and inspiration to keep going in whatever new endeavors you undertake. You’ll Learn ...
ENCORE: Comparing Yourself to Others in the Field: Avoiding The Pitfalls
July 20, 2023 07:00 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MBToday’s show is about a topic that has been a struggle for much of my life and career. I’ve fallen victim to comparing myself to others and feeling like I’m not measuring up. It’s taken a lot of personal work for me to learn to compare in healthy ways that don’t cripple and stifle my creativity and purpose. Are you in the same boat? Join us to learn more! Our Featured Guest - Supriya Blair, PsyD Dr. Supriya Blair is a psychologist in Albany, NY. We have connected through the STC communi...
ENCORE: Creating Authentic "Win-Win" Relationships With Colleagues
July 06, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBMany of us find the concept of networking to be an intimidating endeavor. Even though it’s a vital element of business success, it can feel scary and shady, and a little too sales-y. Join us to learn more about what you should be focusing on in your networking relationships. Our Featured Guest Patrick Casale, MA, LCMHC, LCAS Patrick Casale is a clinician in Asheville, NC. He provides coaching for clinicians who are transitioning from a group practice or agency to a solo practice. He’s her...
342: My $2k Pro Podcasting Tech Stack
June 29, 2023 07:00 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBOverwhelmed. That’s the best word to describe how most podcasters feel as they take the leap and start on their podcasting journey. Perhaps the biggest source of overwhelm is confusion about the gear needed to get going, and I remember this well from my beginning in 2015. I didn’t have a pro-level setup when I began, and I wondered and worried about how I would be perceived in this new world. In all honesty, I had about $100 in gear, the biggest part of that being a $60 mic. Things have cha...
341: 11 No-Code Tools I’m Using as a Six-Figure Course Creator
June 22, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBToday I’m sharing what I’m using for no-code tools and my tech stack as an online course creator. Believe me, I’ve experimented with a lot of different things, and I’m always willing to share what I’ve learned and what I recommend to others. If you aren’t familiar with the term “no-code,” it simply refers to tools that don’t require a code or advanced programming to use. I hope this information is helpful to anyone who is creating a course or thinking about this endeavor in the future. Join ...
340: 3 Meetings 99% of Course Creators Don’t Schedule But Absolutely Need
June 15, 2023 07:00 - 10 minutes - 14.8 MBAre you a course creator who wants to get better and better at your craft? I launched my first online course back in 2015, and I’m glad I did it and started on this journey. The truth is that I had no clue what I was doing! I feel like I’ve learned so much since then, and I’m happy to share those things with all of you. In today’s session, I’m discussing three non-negotiable meetings that I’ve implemented with my online courses. This simple technique has played a massive role in making over ...