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Pricing is an underutilized business tool, despite the fact that it’s the biggest profit lever. It can make or break your business. When done well it will help you meet your business goals. When done poorly it’s the thing that's silently sabotaging your business behind the scenes. It's your choice whether pricing helps or hurts your business. This show is all about helping you understand pricing and how to do it to grow your revenue and profits, so you can build a sustainably profitable busi ...
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Starting and growing your business as an expat will test you to the limit but the rewards can more than compensate. Become a business hero for your customers, your family and of course yourself. But first you have to navigate your fears and concerns, adopt the right mindset, learn from others mistakes, build a supportive network and have a smart plan. Join Alex Congdon, a UK expat in Switzerland, as he interviews expat business entrepreneurs and experts from around the world as they share th ...
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Off My Duff - The Entrepreneur Podcast is all about “Getting Off Your Backside”... And, finally, Making Your Impact by Living Your Truth... If you are an entrepreneur with a heart to help others, you’re in the right place - this show is the nudge you need to generate a Revenue Breakthrough with an Offer that Sells. In his podcast, host and award-winning serial entrepreneur Duff Gardner chats openly with a diversity of guests from “7- figures” to just starting out, to uncover stories to help ...
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Are you pricing your products or services with confidence and clarity? If not, you may be missing out on growth opportunities and profitability. In this Live With The Pricing Lady episode, I sit down with the talented Lorraine Ball—marketer, business consultant, and entrepreneur—to explore how strategic pricing can transform a business. Together, w…
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Are discounts and promotions helping your business thrive, or are they quietly cutting into your profits? In this episode of Live with The Pricing Lady, we’re getting real about something many businesses struggle with—how to use discounts without damaging your bottom line or your brand. Sure, discounts can drive quick sales and attract new customer…
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Pricing strategies for new coaches. Have you ever thought to yourself, "I'm new coach, I can't charge that much." Even worse. Maybe someone advised you not to charge me. As a result you're afraid and holding yourself back from charging more. Between bad advice, not knowing how to do it and feeling a lack of confidence it's no wonder you feel confus…
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Do you suffer from the Price Rise Trap? Worried about being seen as greedy? Scared that you'll lose customers if you charge more? Think it's just to hard, I won't bother? In this episode of Live With The Pricing Lady, we tackle the common price trap myths and fears that hold businesses back from increasing their prices. Join me as we break down mis…
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What has the BIGGEST impact on your prices? Nope, not the customer. Not your competitors. Not your costs. You do. Your behavior, what you choose to do or not do has a bigger impact on your prices and your pricing strategy than anything else. This is why it's important to take a look at behavior styles and pricing. In this episode, I speak with Shel…
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Ever wondered... How should I end my prices? And does it really make a difference, or is it just marketing fluff? In this episode of Live with The Pricing Lady, join me as we dive into the psychology of charm pricing and explore whether ending your prices in 9s, 0s, or other options is the right strategy for your business. It's important to remembe…
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How can overcoming pricing fear transform your business and elevate your success? In this episode of Live With The Pricing Lady, I'm joined by guest Stacy Hagen, a marketing and business coach from the Bay Area. We discussed the principles and strategies behind effective pricing for business sustainability. Our topics include managing pricing chall…
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As a woman leading a service-based business, you might often wonder, “How can I offer my services to different clients at different price points without compromising on value?” The truth is, it’s not about offering the same service at varying prices—instead, it’s about crafting distinct offers that speak to the unique needs of your diverse audience…
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Are you mastering pricing objections? Have you ever felt your confidence waver when a customer challenges your pricing? Join us in this episode as we tackle one of the biggest challenges in pricing: handling objections. We'll explore 3 effective techniques to help you overcome the resistance you feel and turn objections into opportunities for deepe…
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How can women-led businesses determine their pricing strategy? Today’s episode features Shannon Tacheny, an accomplished brand strategist and owner of Feather Blue Studios. Shannon's entrepreneurial journey is truly inspiring. From photography to brand strategy and marketing and business coaching, she has continually evolved her approach to pricing…
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How easy is it for you to tell customers what you charge? Pricing—it’s a topic that can often evoke feelings of uncertainty and discomfort. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, articulating the price of your offer with confidence is crucial for business success. In this episode, we’ll unpack the reasons why you struggle with…
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As entrepreneurs and business owners, we constantly grapple with the challenge of pricing our products or services to meet various people's needs. The decision to adopt a particular pricing strategy can have far-reaching consequences, impacting everything from customer acquisition to revenue generation. In this episode, we aim to shed light on the …
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Let's talk about pricing for impact. Your pricing strategy isn't just about numbers; it's a powerful tool that can drive your business toward its aspirations. Join us as we explore how to craft a strategic approach to pricing that not only sets your prices but also propels you towards both your business and personal objectives. Many people perceive…
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Let's delve into the world of pricing for freelancers, aiming to equip you with the knowledge to navigate some of the pricing challenges in your freelance business. Joined by Karla Fernandes, we explore fundamental principles, tactics you can use, and effective strategies for pricing success. We've turned the tables this time around and Karla is as…
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Is profit a four-letter word, something to shy away from in your business? Not at all! Despite the negative connotations often associated with profit, it’s not about greed; it’s about smart business management. In today’s world of entrepreneurship, understanding profit is not just essential—it’s empowering. And that’s why I want to talk with you ab…
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In this episode of ‘Live with The Pricing Lady,’ I’m joined by guest, Anthony Kuo, a seasoned career satisfaction coach and former pricing expert. Together, we embark on an illuminating exploration of Anthony’s transition from pricing pro in the corporate world to entrepreneurship, delving into the challenges he encountered while pricing his own se…
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Hey there, fellow entrepreneurs! Are you ready for some price setting tips? Starting a business is like embarking on an epic voyage, full of excitement and endless possibilities. But when it comes to pricing your products or services, it can feel like sailing into uncharted territory. If you’re nodding along, feeling like you’re in the same boat, y…
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"I had a plan and a strategy for setting my prices. It felt like I knew what to do but it just wasn't working. I got no where. I realized the connection I had created between my self-worth and my prices. It was time to start decoupling my self-worth from my prices." Does that sound familiar to you? If so you, my friend, are not alone. It's easy to …
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On this episode of ‘Live with The Pricing Lady,’ I’m joined by the incredible Ghizlane Arifine, a true guru in Customer Experience. Together, we’re diving deep into the magical connection between the customers experience and the art of creating a great pricing strategy. Ghizlane reminds us of the pure gold in understanding the customer’s viewpoint,…
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Do you know what pricing trends to expect in 2024? As we begin the new year, it’s a good time to take a look at what’s been happening and where things are headed. People often mistake pricing as a “one-and-done” activity. The reality is that if your prices aren’t changing, then you’re no longer aligned with the market. Meaning you’re under or over …
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Ever wondered what key steps businesses often overlook when they're raising their prices? In this episode, we'll take you through three critical aspects of pricing that businesses frequently overlook when adjusting their prices. Whether you're considering raising or lowering your prices, it's easy to overlook these things. Often people are afraid t…
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A few years ago I got an email from a client asking me to review "the attached" document. I opened it up to find a list of discounts and special offers she planned to make throughout the year. As I looked at the list my heart sank - each and every one was carefully thought out in terms of what the client was getting. But no thought had been put int…
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Have you ever looked at a bottle of wine and thought "Whoa. Ouch that's pretty pricey!" Most of us have. Of course there are wines at all price levels but what really goes into the pricing of your favorite wine - that's what I wanted to know. One of the things that I love about what I do is that through helping businesses with their pricing I've be…
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Welcome to another insightful episode of Live with The Pricing Lady. Apologetic pricing - a pricing strategy whereby your price reflects your thinking that "Dear Customer, I'm sorry that I need to charge you for buying my product, service or software". There's an embedded "apology discount" factored into your prices. Does this strategy sound famili…
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Do you find yourself wondering how flexible your pricing should be? In the world of business, pricing isn't merely a numbers game—it's an art of balance. And finding that delicate balance between flexibility and complexity can make or break your business. On the one hand it's great to try and meet the specific needs of each individual client, as ea…
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Time based rates or packaged pricing, which is right for your business? People often start off with time-based rates, it seems relatively simple and straight forward - at first glance. But when you look closer time-based rates can be difficult to work with and they don't actually serve you or your clients well in the long run. Trading time for mone…
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Pricing objections will come, as a founder or business owner it's important to prepare yourself (and your team) for when a client prospect says, "No thank you." Whether it's because it's too expensive or they don't know if they need it or something else, knowing what to do next can feel confusing or even a bit scary. Certainly it can leave you wond…
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Pricing is a much undervalued business topic. It has a bigger impact on your profit than anything else in your business – yet if you’re like most people you don’t often give it much attention. Studies show time and again that of the four profit levers (price, volume, fixed costs and variable costs), price has the most impact on profit. Yes a bigger…
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Understanding value is the key to unlocking pricing and profits. Often profit puzzles people - they just aren't sure how to leverage what they've got. At the same time the more you learn and understand value, the more you realized it's everywhere. Crowdfunding campaigns are no exception. When you put together the packages people can "buy" or the of…
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There is no doubt about it that to succeed in your business you will need to embrace a profitable pricing mindset. Pricing and mindset are linked. You can know how to set prices but if you don't believe you deserve them you will sabotage yourself along the entire journey. It will be so much more difficult than it needs to be. As you may have heard …
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Ready to break free from the ordinary? Many Startups are working on technologies that just a few years ago didn't even exist. They weren't even possible, maybe not even a dream. Technology is evolving fast and so are the new and innovative ideas that come along with those advancements. And the question I often get from people is "How do I price som…
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As a business owner, you've probably heard the saying "You can be good, you can be fast, or you can be cheap. Pick two." Is it really that simple? 🤔 Recently someone wrote to me that they were struggling with this concept of good, fast or cheap as they aren't fast. And they feel pressured to be so when that's not them. Yes, I often get my show idea…
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Have you ever asked yourself, should I adjust prices for different geographies Certainly if you’re doing business internationally you’ve most definitely asked yourself that questions. And you’re not alone in that. Over the years many people have asked me the question. Well, to be precise they’ve asked me “How should I adjust prices?” People almost …
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How can you improve your relationship with money? Great question now let's get some answers. As you know I’ve invited two money experts, Ilana Jankowitz and Clara Creitz, onto the show recently to talk about Women & Money. In part 1 we took a look at where our money mindset comes from, how it disrupts our path to success and some of the things that…
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Women-owned businesses are significant contributors to the economy. And the number of businesses founded by women in many countries out-pacing overall new business growth. Despite this women face significant obstacles when it comes to starting businesses. While there are many factors that contribute to this, one aspect has to do our relationship to…
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What are you doing when setting prices? You should be asking yourself a series of questions. Questions are so powerful. In fact you can completely change people’s behavior simply by asking different questions. In this case we are looking at changing your behavior as you go about setting, getting and managing your prices. The previous episode we loo…
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“Price setting is a thought process not a formula.” One big misunderstanding around price setting is, people believe there’s a mathematical formula to find the right price. This belief or hope holds many people back from doing the work that’s needed to find the best prices – finding a price that’s right for them and their customers. So if it’s not …
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"Love your pricing. Love your work. Love your clients. Love yourself. Repeat." The words above Rachel shared with me when we first met. It was so refreshing because very seldom will people put something like love in the same sentence as pricing. I was also fascinated to hear more of what she had to say. Pricing can feel like a very cold and calcula…
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When healers and coaches approach pricing often their goal or intention is not fully aligned yet with running a business. This lack of alignment leads to fear and conflict and ultimately under pricing. Conflict often shows up as "I can't charge that much." "I should charge as little as possible." "If I price high then some people won't join." While…
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There are many that would have us believe that there are standard prices for everything out there. Your little offer should be priced this. Or your group program has to be that. Reality is that the price you charge for what you offer is and should be unique to your business, your customers and the value your offer delivers. The right prices cannot …
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Happy New Year! I wish you great joy, happiness, good times, and business success in 2023. To help you get started on the right foot for this year I want to share with you some tips - 3 things you can do in January to make sure you're starting in the best way possible. Like anything else in life or business what we pay attention to is what will car…
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"Should I put my prices on my website?" Funny as it may sound, this is the second most asked question I get from people. Which is one reason why it's the topic of this episode. I can see how the question plagues people and I don't think it's a topic worth worrying about. What's important is that you understand how to make a strategic decision about…
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Do you know why that's your price? Or why you price is what it is? Many small businesses have no good reason for why they have the price they have except - that's what other people are charging. In my book that is rarely a reason that will make you feel confident. Nor will it give you the best price you can have. Knowing why your price is what it i…
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One thing I've seen an explosion of recently is membership sites and with that comes the question what do I charge my members. It can feel tricky. Often people use membership sites early on as a tool to create a community who's then later a "captive audience" for upselling - you can then sell them higher value offers. In the end pricing for members…
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Recognizing when to make changes in your pricing is an important part of managing prices in any business. I've had many people on the show who shared with us that it took them quite a long time to both realize and then accept that they would need to change prices in their business. You may struggle with that as well. And it often has quite a negati…
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It's often the case that when you don't feel confident about what you charge you make judgements or even decisions for your customers. Ones that aren't yours to make. It often shows up in the form of granting unnecessary discounts. For example if you've offered discounts before someone asks for one, before they've objected or before you've understo…
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Let's take a look behind the scenes. In this special 100th podcast episode I’ve asked colleague and friend Pauliina Rasi to come on the show and interview me. It’s time for me to be the one in the hot seat and to answer your & her questions. It was exciting and a little daunting. Looking back on my business journey. It’s been just over 5 years sinc…
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When it finally dawned on me that I'd done nearly 100 episodes, I couldn't really believe it. Have I really come that far and been doing this that long. It almost feels like yesterday that I started. An entrepreneur's journey is by no means an easy one. But when you can stick with it the rewards are many. And I've asked three very special guests to…
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One of the people I had on the show earlier on observed that Coaches are terrible (in general) at valuing what they bring clients and it has a terrible impact on what they do with their pricing. This isn't really their fault. With good intentions the coaching programs sometimes provide business advice, like what to charge clients. But this isn't th…
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Most of the time the biggest thing standing in your way is you. Often it's subconscious and so your job is to start recognizing when you're in your own way and figure out how to shift things so you can progress. It's also true when it comes to doing pricing in your business. Your mindset, your understanding of pricing and you're ability to work thr…
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