Creating a Business that Works for Your Life

This week I’m joined by the inspirational and fun Jen Hughes of @jenhughesyoga. Jen shares her recent journey into Yoga teacher training and how she has created a business that gives her the freedom to travel and split her time between Scotland and Portugal. We also chat about keeping it real and being nothing other than ourselves as the one sure way to success. It’s a good one! Find Jen’s classes here: https://www.jenhughesyoga.com/

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BONUS: Patreon Sample: The Panca-Krtyas as a Reminder to Be With What Is

This past week I've been mindful of a change in the energy in my business... due in part to a new person coming in to my life... ;)

For me, it is still surprisingly easy to trip back into old patterns of thinking about a 'slowing' in business. Am I being lazy? Am I destined for financial ruin? Now I can be more playful when these thoughts arise but when I began my business journey these patterns could take me out for days, if not weeks.

Remembering the 5 Acts of God helps me recalibrate to the ever-moving nature of life and business. I'm going through each of the stages and how they can show up for us in this Episode.

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The reference text for this Episode is Wallace, Christopher, D (2012) Tantra Illuminated: The Philosophy, History, and Practice of a Timeless Tradition. Anusara Press, Texas 

Why the Order of Tapas THEN Samtosa REALLY Matters

In the Tantrik Yoga tradition there are 10 Niyamas. Niyama 4 and 5 are importantly ordered: getting them out of order could mean you’re settling for less or feeling chronically dissatisfied. More nuanced than a ‘pay to play’ strategy, leaning into fiery, passionate HEALTHY self-discipline before settling into contentment could make all the difference in your life and business.

If you’d like to hire me as your coach, good news! There are two places opening up for a March start in my Keep Growing Mastermind. You can learn all about the program here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/keepgrowing

If you are interested, please submit your application ASAP so we can connect and talk 1:1 before the end of the month.

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Inside a Real Life Coaching Session

In this episode I’m speaking with my Patreon supporters on our monthly live Podcast recording. Specifically, you’ll hear me coach Patricia through some decisions she’s making in her business, including the specifics of launching a new course. Thanks Patricia for sharing some BTS with everyone who enjoys the show!

If you’d like to hire me as your coach, good news! There are two places opening up for a March start in my Keep Growing Mastermind. You can learn all about the program here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/keepgrowing

If you are interested, please submit your application ASAP so we can connect and talk 1:1 before the end of the month.

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Navigating Mental Health Through Yoga in Challenging Times

Real talk? Being a Yoga teacher over the past two years has been hard for many of us. Not just job uncertainty, but also teaching students who are stressed and facing change, confusion, loss and often bringing it to the mat.⁠
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Good news! This week on the pod I'm speaking again with @drlaurentober of @mentalhealthawareyoga about how to take great care of ourselves AND our students from a mental health perspective.⁠
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As well as a great conversation, Lauren shares some GOLDEN techniques. Enjoy and share!⁠
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Learn more about Lauren’s training (which opens TODAY) here: https://www.mentalhealthawareyoga.com/#signup

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Using Satya as a Practice in Your Yoga Biz

Satya: living in a way that aligns with your highest truth. How does this play out in thoughts, words and deeds in business, and how can we use this as a contemplation for growth, rather that yet another thing to judge ourselves with?

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4 Anecdotes from the Forest: SEASON FINALE

Do you ever have a ‘What the Hell?’ moment when it comes to everything that’s happening in Yoga? In just the last WEEK I’ve had 4 things come into my biz life that have me in the hang-your-head type of fatigue state. In this Season Finale, I’m sharing each and how I’m feeling about them. DM me with any thoughts or feedback! WARNING: this might not be the pick-me-up you’re after!

 

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Here’s my references for this episode:

‘Branding Bhakti: Krishna Consciousness and the Makeover of a Movement’ by Nicole Karapanagiotis

Gaia TV Yoga International Press Release

‘Selling Yoga: From Counterculture to Pop Culture’ by Andrea Jain

‘From Patanjali to the Gospel of Sweat’ by Kamal Munir, Shahzad (Shaz) Ansari, and Deborah Brown

‘The Yoga Sutra of Patanjali : A Biography’ by David Gordon White

Working with Pramada and Samsaya in Your Yoga Business

I've noticed a tricky pattern this week with some of my clients: the pendulum swing from doubt and uncertainty (Samsaya) to hasty, sometimes careless action (Pramada). Can you relate? Here's what to do!

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BONUS: Track These 5 Things for a FAB 2022!

Every fortnight I ask the members of the Keep Growing Mastermind to share 5 important stats with me and the group. Why? Because measuring these 5 things over time makes a massive difference in taking your business to where you desire it to be. I’m explaining each of the 5 in this final bonus episode.

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BONUS: Yoga, Friendship and Business (Re-release)

Enjoy a re-release of my episode with the co-founders of the @brightyogaspace, Emily and Kylie. Both of these women are incredibly inspiring, and you’ll meet them when you join my Keep Growing Mastermind!

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BONUS: From Yoga Farts to Teacher Trainer (Re-release)

Enjoy a re-release of my episode with Bethan Morgan of @yogalateslondon. Beth is a current member of my Keep Growing Mastermind and is currently running her first ever Yogalates teacher training… and loving it!

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BONUS: Inside the Keep Growing Mastermind (Re-release)

To celebrate summer and the opening of the Keep Growing Mastermind, I’m re-releasing some of the best episodes of the past 12 months.

In this special episode I’ll take you inside my special Keep Growing Mastermind and you’ll meet some of the inspiring members and what they achieved in 2020. If you’d like to join us in 2022, you can learn all about Keep Growing here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/keepgrowing

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2021 Year in Review: 4 Themes that Made a Massive Difference

Over the year here are the biggest themes that have made the difference for me, my colleagues and my clients: consistency, 'nibbles', platforms and shedding.

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Here's the article I referred to: https://www.ramdass.org/wake-up-in-each-moment/

BONUS: Patreon Sample The Real History of Yoga

There’s three reasons why misinformation about Yoga’s history really drives me bananas. In this episode I’m laying it out!

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Check out my latest blog article, ‘How a Failed Trip to Italy Changed my Business Forever’ here: https://medium.com/abundant-yoga-teachers

How to Monetise Your Yoga Class Recordings

If you’re anything like @shiatsuyogagirl, you probably have loads of recorded zoom classes. What to do with them? Here’s two ideas!

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3 Boosts for Your Online Yoga Membership

Do you have a monthly membership for your online Yoga classes? Try these thee things to boost your numbers AND your confidence.

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Ekalavya, Guru Dakshina and Killing Your Darlings

What does it take to truly pursue your deepest passion? What do we need to sacrifice on the way? Ekalavya shows us true commitment when he cuts off his own thumb to pursue tuition with a master-teacher, Drona, in the Mahabharata. Perhaps its time to ‘kill your darlings’, too?

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Monthly QnA with my Patreon Supporters!

It’s that time: monthly QnA! This month we’re talking about launching new programs, partnerships, running special events and loads more! Join me for the recording of next month’s QnA call by becoming a Patreon supporter here: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

Want more Inspo? Check out my latest blog post ‘5 Tips to Re-engage Past Students’ here: https://amyyogabizcoach.medium.com/5-tips-for-reengaging-past-yoga-students-b2c7d5e03d1a

And a reminder that my CYBER WEEKEND sale ends TOMORROW Tuesday November 30th 2021 at midnight, Sydney time. Receive 25% off my 1:1 coaching package, ‘Grow, Serve & Shine’ here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching

Chakras and the Pizza Effect

Two fun things in this Episode! Enjoy a sample of my Patron-only content and discover how Chakras have been subject to the Pizza Effect! (Listen to the full Episode by becoming a Patron supporter for just $5 at https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

Also a reminder that my CYBER WEEKEND is now in full swing so listen on to find out more about what I’m offering, who it’s for and how to sign up for it. More info about my coaching here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching

Productivity Real Talk: My 6-Step Process

After speaking with some of my Patreon Abundant Contributors this morning I’m all jazzed up about championing productivity (yes, again!). Here’s the 6 steps to get you working WAY smarter, not harder, reclaiming your time to invest it in the things you love!

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Interested in joining Grow, Serve & Shine with my 25% off sale? Join my QnA call happening this week here:

Topic: Grow, Serve & Shine QnA Session

Time: Nov 25, 2021 07:00 AM Australia/Melbourne

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84888939707

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