Hustle vs Busyness: How I Work Without the Grind

Ok real talk— I almost didn't hit publish on this episode. After I finished recording I had serious “wait— I can’t publish that trainwreck of a ramble” thoughts.<br /><br />But lately, I’ve been craving far more rambles and far less polish.<br /><br />And if that’s you too— then hit play, because this one might just be what you need to hear. <br /><br />Today we’re talking about hustle and why I will proudly continue to make it part of my life (why should we all should stop feeling guilty for working our tails off from time to time).  It's all about working with intention, and finding a flow that fuels you instead of draining you.<br /><br /><b>In this episode, we’ll talk about:</b></p><ul><li>My relationship with the word “hustle” and why I think it is necessary</li><li>How I got my business off the ground in the first two years </li><li>The key difference between hustling and being busy</li><li>Why being intentional is the new hustle</li><li>The importance of hitting pause in your business </li></ul><br />EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇<br /><a href="https://heathersager.com/episode231">https://heathersager.com/episode231<br /></a><br /></p>🔗<b> Grab the latest FREE resources:</b> <a href="https://heathersager.com/start">https://heathersager.com/start</a></p> 🔗 <b>Browse all episode shownotes: </b><a href="https://heathersager.com/blog">https://heathersager.com/blog</a></p> <b>👋 CONNECT WITH HEATHER:<br /><br /></b>Work with Heather: <a href="https://www.heathersager.com/">https://www.heathersager.com/</a><b><br /></b>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/">https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager</a><br /><br /><b>If you’re loving this episode, </b>please take a moment to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hint-of-hustle-with-heather-sager/id1478078307?see-all=reviews">rate & review the show.</a> This helps me get this message to more people so they too can ditch the hustle 24/7 life.</p>

00:37:25

5 Strategies for Tailoring Your Talk for Different Audiences

Ever wondered how to tailor your message when you have multiple audiences? Or how to change up what you talk about for different groups?  In today's episode, I've got the answers you've been searching for. Get ready to level up your speaking game and leave every audience feeling like you are speaking to JUST them.<br /><br />Hint: Grab your notepad because this episode is packed with actionable tips, Spicy Sager rants, and captivating stories you won't want to miss.<br /><br /><b>Here's a sneak peek at what's in store:</b></p><ul><li>the secret to choosing the perfect topic for diverse audiences.</li><li>why crafting one signature talk trumps constantly creating new presentations.</li><li>the pitfalls of constantly reinventing the wheel</li><li>five key areas to customize in your talk make it resonate</li></ul>Plus, insider tips on the questions you should ask the host before stepping on stage to ensure your content is a home run. <br /><br />EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇<br /><a href="https://heathersager.com/episode230">https://heathersager.com/episode230<br /></a><br /></p>🔗<b> Grab the latest FREE resources:</b> <a href="https://heathersager.com/start">https://heathersager.com/start</a></p> 🔗 <b>Browse all episode shownotes: </b><a href="https://heathersager.com/blog">https://heathersager.com/blog</a></p> <b>👋 CONNECT WITH HEATHER:<br /><br /></b>Work with Heather: <a href="https://www.heathersager.com/">https://www.heathersager.com/</a><b><br /></b>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/">https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager</a><br /><br /><b>If you’re loving this episode, </b>please take a moment to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hint-of-hustle-with-heather-sager/id1478078307?see-all=reviews">rate & review the show.</a> This helps me get this message to more people so they too can ditch the hustle 24/7 life.</p>

00:53:21

The Truth About Extemporaneous Speaking

I’m typically a plain spoken word kinda gal, but today we’re getting fancy. The word?  Extemporaneous. The meaning? Spoken or done without preparation. Said another way — speaking “off the cuff”.<br /><br />As someone who makes money teaching others how to intentionally structure a message, it would be easy to dismiss the power of this word.<br /><br />But the truth is— extemporaneous speaking is one of the most powerful skills you must develop as a business owner. And today’s episode will get you started <br /><br />Here’s a sneak peek at some of the topics we cover:</p><ul><li>The power of extemporaneous speaking and why you should make this a priority</li><li>What happens when you just focused on getting every words right and missed to see the bigger picture→ Heather spills the beans on her own cringe-worthy experience</li><li>The challenge most business owner face when it comes to extemporaneous speaking (aka speaking of the cuff)</li><li>How understanding the overall structure of your talk (vs knowing the language sequence) can make a huge difference for you as a speaker</li><li>Exciting changes coming up with our training program→ we know what you need to amplify your message + get the results</li></ul>EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇<br /><a href="https://heathersager.com/episode229">https://heathersager.com/episode229</a></p><br /></p>🔗<b> Grab the latest FREE resources:</b> <a href="https://heathersager.com/start">https://heathersager.com/start</a></p> 🔗 <b>Browse all episode shownotes: </b><a href="https://heathersager.com/blog">https://heathersager.com/blog</a></p> <b>👋 CONNECT WITH HEATHER:<br /><br /></b>Work with Heather: <a href="https://www.heathersager.com/">https://www.heathersager.com/</a><b><br /></b>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/">https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager</a><br /><br /><b>If you’re loving this episode, </b>please take a moment to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hint-of-hustle-with-heather-sager/id1478078307?see-all=reviews">rate & review the show.</a> This helps me get this message to more people so they too can ditch the hustle 24/7 life.</p>

00:37:23

My G.O.O.D Plan for 2024

I’m wired for goal setting. Chasing that next mountain top of ambition is in my DNA. But when the ball dropped into 2024 and everyone else was hunkering down, massive year on the wall calendars and color coded post-its in hand, I felt ZERO ambition for planning.<br /><br />But what I did feel was a desire to get quiet and reconnect with something I didn’t know I needed which led to an entirely new way (for me) of goal setting.<br /><br />So in today’s episode I’m sharing with you my G.O.O.D Plan for the year (along with a pretty epic story)  . I hope this episode gives you the space you need to gut check your goals and live out 2024 at your best.<br /><br /><b>Tune in and hear:</b></p><ul><li>Why changing your goals isn’t a bad thing</li><li>What to ask yourself to ensure your goals are truly YOURS</li><li>How to set your baseline for showing up at your best</li><li>What exactly is the G.O.O.D Plan? </li><li>Plus my EPIC birth story that will leave you with laughing tears</li></ul><br /></p>EPISODE SHOW NOTES👇<br /><a href="https://heathersager.com/episode228">https://heathersager.com/episode228</a></p><br /></p>🔗<b> Grab the latest FREE resources:</b> <a href="https://heathersager.com/start">https://heathersager.com/start</a></p> 🔗 <b>Browse all episode shownotes: </b><a href="https://heathersager.com/blog">https://heathersager.com/blog</a></p> <b>👋 CONNECT WITH HEATHER:<br /><br /></b>Work with Heather: <a href="https://www.heathersager.com/">https://www.heathersager.com/</a><b><br /></b>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/">https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager</a><br /><br /><b>If you’re loving this episode, </b>please take a moment to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hint-of-hustle-with-heather-sager/id1478078307?see-all=reviews">rate & review the show.</a> This helps me get this message to more people so they too can ditch the hustle 24/7 life.</p>

00:34:24

Nail Your Stand-Out Speaking Topics - Exclusive Coaching Session

We’ve all heard versions of the phrase “there are really no new ideas” and “there are thousands of people who do what you do”, so when it comes to speaking on platforms and stages…<br /><br />How do you talk about something that has already been heard? <br />How do you find an angle that’s unique and refreshing? <br />How detailed or broad should your topics be? <br />Can I talk about stories? <br />Does it all have to be “teachy” how to?<br /><br />So. Many. Questions. <br /><br />And if you’re anything like my clients, the truth is you have DOZENS of things you *could* talk about. <br /><br />But the question is, how do you craft topics that are both compelling, but also align with your strategic business goals (remember those?😜)<br /><br />In today's episode I’m doing something I’ve never done before and airing a REAL coaching call where I help a lucky business owner extract the genius out of their head and into 6 (yes SIX!) magnetic speaking topics that they can use for pitching podcasts and stages this year.<br /><br />I hope this episode will get you fired up to nail your topics so that when invites come your way— or you find an opportunity you want to pitch— you are prepped and ready to pounce! <br /><br /><a href="https://heathersager.com/topic">Grab the NAIL YOUR TOPIC resource mentioned  in the episode right here<br /></a><br /></p>🔗<b> Grab the latest FREE resources:</b> <a href="https://heathersager.com/start">https://heathersager.com/start</a></p> 🔗 <b>Browse all episode shownotes: </b><a href="https://heathersager.com/blog">https://heathersager.com/blog</a></p> <b>👋 CONNECT WITH HEATHER:<br /><br /></b>Work with Heather: <a href="https://www.heathersager.com/">https://www.heathersager.com/</a><b><br /></b>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/">https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager</a><br /><br /><b>If you’re loving this episode, </b>please take a moment to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hint-of-hustle-with-heather-sager/id1478078307?see-all=reviews">rate & review the show.</a> This helps me get this message to more people so they too can ditch the hustle 24/7 life.</p>

01:09:57

Special Comeback: My Copywriter Interviews ME!

And we’re BACK baby! Quite literally. I had a baby and had every intention of keeping this show going while I was on leave, but… life surely LIFE-ED me. <br /><br />On this special comeback episode, we flipped the script and my copywriter, Sara Vartanian (who knows my business and my offers better than anyone), took the host seat to interview ME about the biggest rollercoaster of a year in biz (and life) yet. <br /><br />From ending a partnership, rebranding the podcast (again), rebranding the biz (again), launching a new program with a new launch model… to moving my family across the state, and OH, having a baby right around the corner from turning the big 4-0… you know there’s a ton of learning tucked into all this.<br /><br />Tune in for a candid convo about all the things, like planning live events, evolving programs, listening to your community, trusting your intuition and more. Buckle up — with postpartum brain, you know Heather’s bringing all the good Sager Side Notes for this one :)<br /><br /><b>Episode Highlights:</b></p><ul><li>Heather’s “big why'’ for helping others be seen, heard, and make an impact.</li><li>The Signature Talk Accelerator (STA) Backstory,  why we started again from scratch.</li><li>The power of asking for feedback </li><li>The importance of knowing your strengths and adapting to suit them </li><li>How hiring additional support in your team allows you to focus more on what’s really important in your business and enjoy the creative process (hint: was it worth hiring a copywriter for the ENTIRE year?!?)</li></ul><br /></p>EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇<br /><a href="https://heathersager.com/episode226">https://heathersager.com/episode226</a><br /><br /></p>🔗<b> Grab the latest FREE resources:</b> <a href="https://heathersager.com/start">https://heathersager.com/start</a></p> 🔗 <b>Browse all episode shownotes: </b><a href="https://heathersager.com/blog">https://heathersager.com/blog</a></p> <b>👋 CONNECT WITH HEATHER:<br /><br /></b>Work with Heather: <a href="https://www.heathersager.com/">https://www.heathersager.com/</a><b><br /></b>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/">https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager</a><br /><br /><b>If you’re loving this episode, </b>please take a moment to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hint-of-hustle-with-heather-sager/id1478078307?see-all=reviews">rate & review the show.</a> This helps me get this message to more people so they too can ditch the hustle 24/7 life.</p>

01:11:29

RECAST: My 5 Best On Camera Speaking Tips

Struggling to best present yourself in front of camera? Here are my 5 best on camera speaking tips to help you come alive, look natural and also connect with your audience more effectively than ever.  Touching on tips to equip you with things to consider, questions to ask yourself, lenses to look through so that you can fill in the gaps to be more engaging, effective and entertaining when you're speaking on camera.<br /><br />Quick note: this episode originally aired two years ago, so a few things mentioned in the episode are out of date like the name of my program and my mini course, but the message is TIMELESS.<br /><br /><a href="https://heathersager.com/joinsta"><b>Check out my new program >></b><b><em>The Signature Talk Accelerator<<</em></b></a><b> </b>an on-demand program to condense the time it takes to nail your message, hone your story and craft a money making talk.<br /><br /><br />EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇<br />➡️ <a href="https://heathersager.com/episode121/">https://heathersager.com/episode121/</a></p>🔗<b> Grab the latest FREE resources:</b> <a href="https://heathersager.com/start">https://heathersager.com/start</a></p> 🔗 <b>Browse all episode shownotes: </b><a href="https://heathersager.com/blog">https://heathersager.com/blog</a></p> <b>👋 CONNECT WITH HEATHER:<br /><br /></b>Work with Heather: <a href="https://www.heathersager.com/">https://www.heathersager.com/</a><b><br /></b>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/">https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager</a><br /><br /><b>If you’re loving this episode, </b>please take a moment to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hint-of-hustle-with-heather-sager/id1478078307?see-all=reviews">rate & review the show.</a> This helps me get this message to more people so they too can ditch the hustle 24/7 life.</p>

00:45:49

RECAST: Is Your Message Being Ignored? Make This One Change to Stand Out and Resonate with Your Ideal Person

I don’t have to tell you that getting your message noticed in this era of CONTENT OVERLOAD takes work.<br /><br />But did you know that you could actually be <em>causing</em> your ideal client to pass right by your amazing tips and juicy insights?<br /><br />It doesn’t matter how deep your experience or good your results, if your ideal client never hears, what chance do you have for them to love it, sign up for your free guide or join your program?<br /><br />In today’s episode, I’ll share with you one of the top mistakes I help my clients correct when speaking to their ideal person. More importantly, I’ll teach you how to FIX IT so that your message will get heard and get them into action.</p><br /> <b>EPISODE  SHOW NOTES</b>👇</p><a href="http://heathersager.com/blog/161">➡️</a> <a href="https://heathersager.com/episode138/">https://heathersager.com/episode138/</a></p>🔗<b> Grab the latest FREE resources:</b> <a href="https://heathersager.com/start">https://heathersager.com/start</a></p> 🔗 <b>Browse all episode shownotes: </b><a href="https://heathersager.com/blog">https://heathersager.com/blog</a></p> <b>👋 CONNECT WITH HEATHER:<br /><br /></b>Work with Heather: <a href="https://www.heathersager.com/">https://www.heathersager.com/</a><b><br /></b>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/">https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager</a><br /><br /><b>If you’re loving this episode, </b>please take a moment to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hint-of-hustle-with-heather-sager/id1478078307?see-all=reviews">rate & review the show.</a> This helps me get this message to more people so they too can ditch the hustle 24/7 life.</p>

00:31:26

Messaging Strategies To Captivate Your Audience Without Going Over Their Head: A Live Coaching Session

Could you accidentally be trapped in expertise overdrive? If your audience is smiling, nodding and saying, “Oh, that’s really interesting,” you’re facing a common problem of many online entrepreneurs–you’re overwhelming your audience. <br /><br />In this recast episode from The Art Of Online Business Podcast, I live coach Rick Mulready’s co-host Kwadwo (pronounced “Quayjo”), through a powerful exercise to tailor your message so your expertise never goes over your audience’s heads again.<br /><br />I’ve never shared these insights on any podcast before, so bust out your notebook because you’re about to reshape the way you communicate your expertise.<br /><br />This conversation is filled with GOLD and tangible strategies and I can’t wait to hear how this one resonates with you.<br /><br /><b>EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇</b></p><a href="https://heathersager.com/episode225"><b>https://heathersager.com/episode225</b></a></p><br /></p>🔗<b> Grab the latest FREE resources:</b> <a href="https://heathersager.com/start">https://heathersager.com/start</a></p> 🔗 <b>Browse all episode shownotes: </b><a href="https://heathersager.com/blog">https://heathersager.com/blog</a></p> <b>👋 CONNECT WITH HEATHER:<br /><br /></b>Work with Heather: <a href="https://www.heathersager.com/">https://www.heathersager.com/</a><b><br /></b>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/">https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager</a><br /><br /><b>If you’re loving this episode, </b>please take a moment to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hint-of-hustle-with-heather-sager/id1478078307?see-all=reviews">rate & review the show.</a> This helps me get this message to more people so they too can ditch the hustle 24/7 life.</p>

00:49:23

Why Aren’t More People Doing Sales Calls?

In the online space we’re fed this idea that selling should be hands off–but could skipping sales calls be doing your business a disservice? <br /><br />By bypassing one-on-one sales conversations in favor of automated funnels, videos or webinars what kind of critical information could we be missing about our customers? <br /><br />Inside this episode I spill the details on how selling has shown up and evolved in my own career, both corporate and online business. <br /><br />Plus, I share insights to help you decide if sales calls belong on your calendar for 2024 (and what happens to your speaking skills if you say yes.)<br /><br /><br /><b>EPISODE  SHOW NOTES👇<br /></b><a href="https://heathersager.com/episode224">https://heathersager.com/episode224<br /><br /><br /></a><b>🔥Closing With Class: Magnetic Sales Bundle (The Ultimate Bundle To Sell With Substance) is available on November 22nd until Monday November 27th.</b></p>→ <a href="https://heathersager.mykajabi.com/offers/RGb3zT5c/checkout">CLICK HERE</a> to snag this bundle before it’s gone!<b><br /></b><br /></p>🔗<b> Grab the latest FREE resources:</b> <a href="https://heathersager.com/start">https://heathersager.com/start</a></p> 🔗 <b>Browse all episode shownotes: </b><a href="https://heathersager.com/blog">https://heathersager.com/blog</a></p> <b>👋 CONNECT WITH HEATHER:<br /><br /></b>Work with Heather: <a href="https://www.heathersager.com/">https://www.heathersager.com/</a><b><br /></b>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/">https://www.instagram.com/theheathersager/</a><br />YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager">https://www.youtube.com/HeatherSager</a><br /><br /><b>If you’re loving this episode, </b>please take a moment to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hint-of-hustle-with-heather-sager/id1478078307?see-all=reviews">rate & review the show.</a> This helps me get this message to more people so they too can ditch the hustle 24/7 life.</p>

00:58:06