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The Amy Porterfield Show

#484: Hindsight is 20/20: 3 Things I Wish I Did When I First Started Out

The Amy Porterfield Show

Amy Porterfield

Entrepreneurship, Business, Marketing

4.95K Ratings

🗓️ 2 August 2022

⏱️ 22 minutes

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Summary

I only wish someone would have told me these things 13 years ago If you’re a human on planet Earth, then there have probably been a million times that you have said, “If only I knew then what I know now, I would have ____________.” Yes, sweet friend. Hindsight is 20/20, and it’s always so much easier to analyze and evaluate situations when you’re looking back on them in the past, than when you’re in the present moment.  It’s also easy to look back and blame yourself for any “mistakes” that you made, but the thing is, you were making the best decision you could based on the limited knowledge you had at the time.  I mean, let’s be real -- I think we all thought that overplucking our eyebrows in the early 2000s was a great idea, but here we are in 2022 spending a small fortune on trying to get those big, beautiful brows back that we once had.  All jokes aside, in this episode I’m sharing the three biggest things I wish I would have known early on -- things that would have given me a ton of momentum in my business and that would have made an impact on what it looks like today.  I’m also going to share a couple of things I did do that really moved the needle. Things that I hope you consider doing, too. As you know, it’s my goal to share my own experiences with you -- both good and bad -- so you can learn from them and create the digital business of your dreams.  So if you’re ready, pop in those earbuds and tune in! Here’s a glance at this episode... [05:40] Create regular and consistent content. I struggled and procrastinated with writing blog posts. I didn't hone in on my content system until I started my podcast in 2013. My profits tripled once I started producing regular content.  [09:01] I wish I would have made a quick cash injection while I was formulating and working on my long-term revenue goals. Digital courses were my long game. I should have had a simple offer on the table while building up to my course.  [11:53] I wish I wouldn't have said YES to everything. I needed to push myself, but I really needed to be more discerning from the get-go. Focus on what makes sense to you, your business, and your long-term goals. [16:32] Early on, I followed a step-by-step framework. For me, that was Marie Forleo's B-School. Digital Course Academy is also a step-by-step framework. [17:57] Surround yourself with a community of like-minded entrepreneurs. I surround myself with a great peer group through a mastermind. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love Amy and Online Marketing Made Easy." <-- If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people -- just like you -- move toward the online life and business that they desire. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!

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0:00.0

Ask yourself, how can I make money in the short term until I figure out how I want to make money in the long term?

0:05.8

Whatever you do now does not need to be your forever offer.

0:09.8

And if you get a little side hustle going, ideally one that aligns with the business that you want to build,

0:16.2

while you're working on building your long term business, then you can put that money back into the business for Facebook ads and for

0:22.6

copywriters and content creators and anybody that you need help a virtual assistant.

0:28.6

So I like a mini workshop, like one hour workshop where you charge for it, you do it live online, you record it and give them the recording.

0:37.2

I think that's one of the coolest ways to make money fast, but also group coaching one-on-one consulting in the short term until you've got your digital course created or your membership created or you can have consistent revenue with more freedom.

0:50.8

I'm Amy Porterfield, X Corporate Girl, turned CEO of a multi-seven figure business, but it wasn't all that long ago that I lacked the confidence, the budget, and the time to focus on growing my small but mighty business.

1:09.6

Fast forward past many failed attempts and lessons learned, and you'll see the business I have today.

1:15.8

One that changes lives and gives me more freedom than I ever thought possible. One that used to only exist as a daydream.

1:25.4

I created the online marketing-made Easy Podcast to give you simple, actionable step-by-step strategies to help you do the same.

1:33.4

If you're an ambitious entrepreneur or one in the making who's looking to create a business that makes an impact and a life you love, you're in the right place friend, let's get started.

1:49.4

Real quick, I wanted to talk to you about another podcast that I think you might love. It's called Bean Boss, and it's hosted by Emily Thompson.

1:58.0

It's really just an exploration of not only what it means, but what it takes to be a boss as a creative business owner, freelancer, or side-hessler.

2:07.2

So Bean Boss is an amazing resource for anyone interested in getting inspired and more importantly, getting started as their own boss.

2:15.2

So head to wherever you get your podcast to check out Bean Boss, and I recommend starting with her episode on releasing the sense of urgency in business.

2:24.2

Especially coming back from my sabbatical, this episode was a great reminder to slow down and be intentional. You're going to love it.

2:31.4

Hey friend, welcome back to online marketing-made Easy. I wanted to check in and see how you're doing.

2:39.8

At the time of this recording, we are moving into the second half of the year. I just did a leadership team retreat here in Nashville.

2:49.2

We went over everything that's working, everything that's not working, and let me just give you a little insight.

2:55.2

If you're a brand new entrepreneur, you've been at it for a while, and you just sometimes feel like everyone else is doing great, everyone else is moving forward, doing big things, but you're not.

3:05.4

Is it just me, or do you sometimes feel that way too?

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