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Building A Digital Empire from 0 to $50 Million with Gerard Adams Oct 16, 2023

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Let’s talk about entrepreneurship, faith, and personal brand by my friend and mentor that build a digital empire from 0 to $50M by 30.

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Instagram: @gerardadams

YouTube Show: @gerardadamstv

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Show Notes:

How do you build a personal brand, company culture, and a life you love? I’m so excited to introduce you to my friend and mentor Gerard Adams. He’s a Serial Entrepreneur, Angel Investor, and Co-Founder of Elite Daily. Having created such massive success with a 50 million dollar exit before he was 30 years old, we talk about what he did that set him and his business apart. We also touch on his faith, and how realizing having wealth and success in business wasn’t what led him to the ultimate peace and fulfillment he was searching for, which led to him rebuilding a relationship with God and Jesus. This is such a powerful episode! Please make sure to tag Gerard and I on Instagram so we can thank you for listening!

02:15 What was your upbringing like, and what lessons led you to create the success you have?

06:30 From starting Elite Daily to making a 50 million dollar exit.

10:15 How did you make the connections to sell Elite Daily?

13:30 The importance of being open and willing to collaborate and receive mentorship.

17:15 What do you do to celebrate the “small” wins along the way?

19:30 Feeling unfulfilled and building a new relationship with God.

26:00 How to stand out and build a personal brand.

29:00 How to create content specifically for your ideal audience.

Build Your Dream Life With Your Spouse Oct 12, 2023

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All it takes is a little love, loyalty, and a vision to make your dream life with your family become reality!

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Are you prepared to face challenges together? In this episode, Chase and Cayla had the amazing opportunity to join Amy Van Slambrook on The Elevated Podcast and break down what it really means to build your dream life with your spouse. Before we were a power couple, we had to learn how to become one! We’ll talk about the ups and downs of growing a business together and what we did to pull through to get to the other side. Whether it’s finding your footing in your identity or working through differing goals, we’ll share the experiences that made our relationship stronger than ever. Follow the path God has laid out for you and your partner to get one step closer to living the dream!

01:15 Learn what it takes to build your dream life together with power couple, Chase and Cayla Craft!

03:15 How would you introduce each other?

06:30 How did you two meet?

10:30 What drew you towards each other?

15:00 What did you learn from facing challenges?

19:15 How do you find balance when parenting?

22:20 The good, the bad, and the ugly of building your dream life.

27:35 How did you make it through discovering and shifting your identities?

32:20 Why is awareness so important in a marriage?

36:25 Who do you need to surround yourself with?

38:30 Where will your journey take you next?

40:00 Who taught you to love?

How to Build An Engaged Community, Write A Bestselling Book + Craft Your Message From Stage Oct 09, 2023

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These are some of your favorite guest episodes from the past 6 months. It’s your turn to create an engaged community around your big mission.

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Show Notes:

We’re taking a quick walk down memory lane at a few of your favorite episodes around building community, writing a book, and creating the perfect talk to share from the heart on stage. Regardless of the goals that you have, it’s always going to be good to be able to communicate those goals you have to people around you. Tune in as we walk through impactful moments from these 3 previous episodes so you can stand on stage or share about your book in a way that resonates and creates a community that is here for the ride.

00:16 From Episode 503: How to Build An Engaged Community

07:21 From Episode 490: Advice to Write A Best-Selling Book

11:20 How to Craft Your Message From The Stage

How to Maximize The Power of Social Media Without The Stress Oct 02, 2023

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Get the most and make the most value from social media by setting boundaries, creating content for your avatars, and living in your purpose!

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https://caylacraft.com/

Check out the program to Rewire YOU for Business & take your business to the next level!

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CONNECT WITH CAYLA!

Follow Cayla on Instagram @cayla.craft

Website https://caylacraft.com/

Watch + Subscribe on YouTube - Cayla Craft

Show Notes:

How you show up on your social media feeds matters! That’s why I’m bringing you this short and sweet episode to share all that I’ve learned from social media over the years. I’ll show you how to set boundaries with your social media so you can always show up at your best. Through understanding your avatars and your purpose, you can create content with clarity, vision, and impact. I’ll also talk about how to find the right social media platform for you, so you’re able to give and receive even more value out of it. Become the master of your social media presence and make your mark as a game changer!

01:05 What have I learned from social media?

03:20 The power of knowing your avatar.

05:40 How are you showing up on social media?

08:45 Live out your purpose with social media.

FAQ: How Many Business Credit Cards Should I Have? Sep 28, 2023

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I’m back answering your questions! Tune in to hear my thoughts on business credit cards, how to live in your purpose, and set boundaries around social media.

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Get executive coaching with Cayla Craft! - Submit Here!

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Check out the program to Rewire YOU for Business & take your business to the next level!

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CONNECT WITH CAYLA!

Follow Cayla on Instagram @cayla.craft

Website https://caylacraft.com/

Watch + Subscribe on YouTube - Cayla Craft

Show Notes:

One of my favorite things is mentoring entrepreneurs and helping them get the results they’re working for. In this episode, I’m answering a couple of your questions around business credit cards, living in your purpose, and creating healthy boundaries around social media. Especially as new entrepreneurs, there can be so many things that make us feel stuck. I’m here to help you through my experience so you can build the business of your dreams.

02:15 How many business credit cards should I have?

04:15 As a christian, how do you build a business that serves God?

06:00 Ways to put boundaries around social media.

How To Invest WITHOUT Spending Your Own Money with Melanie Dupuis Sep 25, 2023

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When investing, you need to know your who, what, and why! Your guide to all things real estate investing and creative financing is in this episode!

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Connect with Mel on Instagram | @investormeldave

Connect with Mel on Facebook | InvestorMelDave

Learn more at https://investormeldave.com/

Rich Dad Poor Dadby Robert Kiyosaki

Tax-Free Wealthby Tom Wheelwright

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Show Notes:

How do you go from working multiple jobs to buying 12 buildings in 12 months? Here to share her treasure trove of knowledge is the incredible Melanie Dupuis! Alongside her husband Dave, Mel is a real estate investor who specializes in helping people buy investment properties without spending their own money. Today, we’ll be talking about her investing journey, going from humble beginnings to successfully buying buildings the following year. Mel will share her advice for investors just starting out, such as tips for vetting your investment partners, structuring your deals, and what she had wished she would have known sooner. We also take a look into how she built her education company to share her expertise to like-minded entrepreneurs. Now is your opportunity to learn from one of the greats! Find out how to win for yourself and your family through the investments you make!

00:35 Meet one of the greats of the real estate investing world, Melanie Dupuis, of the Mel and Dave investor duo!

01:40 What were you doing before real estate?

04:15 How did you get into the rooms you needed to be in?

05:30 How did you get into multi-family?

07:55 Where did your grittiness come from?

10:05 What made you want to share your knowledge?

16:05 What does your relationship with your husband look like?

17:55 What has been your favorite student success story?

19:20 The hardest part of building an education company.

20:55 How do you hire the best team?

25:25 What hiring mistakes have you made?

29:10 How has your mindset shifted from your first property to today?

32:40 What is creative financing?

34:30 How do you vet who you invest with?

36:20 What is your outlook on the economy?

40:40 How do you structure your deals?

43:24 Why did you decide to branch out to different countries?

46:25 Where do you see yourself in five years?

How to Attract More Customers, Price Your Offers & Write A Book (LIVE Q&A) Sep 21, 2023

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I went LIVE and answered some of your most asked questions about money, marketing and more.

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Get executive coaching with Cayla Craft! - Submit Here!

Increase your INCOME, PORTFOLIO, and IMPACT!

https://caylacraft.com/

Check out the program to Rewire YOU for Business & take your business to the next level!

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CONNECT WITH CAYLA!

Follow Cayla on Instagram @cayla.craft

Website https://caylacraft.com/

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Show Notes:

In case you missed it, I’m sharing a Q&A I recently did on Instagram Live. Doing live coaching and helping you know the needle movers for your business is one of my favorite things. You asked the best questions about pricing your offers, attracting more clients, and tips for writing a book.Get ready to hear some of my own strategies and some questions I have my 1 on 1 clients answer to gain clarity on their next best move in business. Let me know if you like this type of Q&A episode and I might answer your question on the next one!

04:00 How can I attract more of my ideal customers?

09:30 My current morning routine + starting my day with worship.

12:45 How to launch something new in the beauty industry.

16:30 Are you a fan of low ticket offers?

20:15 How do I market my business to attract new customers?

24:00 Tips for writing a book.

Replacing a Toxic Relationship with Faith + Financial Freedom with Heather Blankenship Sep 18, 2023

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How far can you take your business with a little faith and grit? This is the story of how one woman built a business, a family, and a lifestyle all on her own!

Links + Resources:

Get executive coaching with Cayla Craft! - Submit Here!

Increase your INCOME, PORTFOLIO, and IMPACT!

https://caylacraft.com/

Check out the program to Rewire YOU for Business & take your business to the next level!

Caylacraftpodcast.com

CONNECT WITH CAYLA!

Follow Cayla on Instagram @cayla.craft

Website https://caylacraft.com/

Watch + Subscribe on YouTube - Cayla Craft

Show Notes:

Take your business to the next level with your investments! This week’s special guest is Heather Blankenship, an entrepreneur and real investor who specializes in affordable housing! We’ll talk about how she went from purchasing her first property to taking fast action towards growth & success. She’ll be sharing her advice for entrepreneurs just getting started, including creative ways to bring in passive revenue while adding value to your business. These tips will help you strategically leverage your money and take the risks you need to gain full financial freedom. Don’t miss your opportunity to make your dreams come true, one actionable step at a time!

00:35 Find out how to take action fast with today’s guest, Heather Blakenship, an entrepreneur and real estate investor!

01:45 How did you decide to become an entrepreneur while being a mom?

05:35 How did you make it happen on your own?

10:45 Where does your grit come from?

12:50 What was your faith like growing up?

15:10 How has your faith guided you in decision making?

17:40 Getting started in a 2023 market.

20:25 What do you have to give up to make your dreams come true?

22:15 What holds women back the most?

24:20 Where can you find your people?

26:45 How did you take the next step?

30:10 How did you decide to go on social media?

34:40 What does your content schedule look like?

37:45 The power of leverage.

40:20 How can you set yourself up for success on your first deal?

43:55 Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

What The Top 1% Embrace About The Journey To Success (That Others Are Missing) Sep 14, 2023

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Experience “failures” in your business? Good, you’re on the right track.

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Get executive coaching with Cayla Craft! - Submit Here!

Increase your INCOME, PORTFOLIO, and IMPACT!

https://caylacraft.com/

Check out the program to Rewire YOU for Business & take your business to the next level!

Caylacraftpodcast.com

CONNECT WITH CAYLA!

Follow Cayla on Instagram @cayla.craft

Website https://caylacraft.com/

Watch + Subscribe on YouTube - Cayla Craft

Show Notes:

Everything can be a win even when it doesn’t go as planned. We all actually learn way more from our failures than from our successes. In this episode, I’m sharing a time I failed in business, and what you need to start embracing in your journey if you want to achieve the level of success you dream about (and beyond). I also share the prayer that has helped me, and why it’s vital to work just as much on your worthiness as your perspective. I’d love to hear from you! Shoot me a DM on instagram with a lesson you’ve learned from failure or if you feel fear is holding you back.

02:00 The thing you CAN’T avoid if you want to create success.

07:15 What does it actually look like to be an empowered entrepreneur?

09:30 Why is failure like fertilizer?

11:15 What the top 1% do differently.

16:00 The prayer you need to remember your worthiness and embrace your destiny.

18:15 What we can learn from Tiger Woods coming back from public failures.

Become A Master Negotiator: Get More “Yes’s” + Create More Win-Wins with Alex Carter Sep 11, 2023

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Take your negotiation skills to the next level and turn more no’s into yes’s!

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Learn more at https://alexcarterasks.com/

Get your copy of Ask for More by Alex Carter on Amazon! | https://www.amazon.com/Ask-More-Questions-Negotiate-Anything/dp/1982130482

Go for No!by Andrea Waltz and Richard Fenton

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Show Notes:

Your days of underselling your value are over! Here to teach us all the tips & tools for successful negotiation is Alex Carter, a professor at Columbia Law School and the author of Ask for More: 10 Questions to Negotiate Anything! As the queen of negotiation, Alex will share her advice for standing up for yourself, knowing your value, and asking for more. We’ll be discussing the keys to successfully giving feedback so you can create more relationships where everybody wins. You’ll also learn the best way to market yourself and get better results just by shifting the questions you ask. Become a master negotiator by learning from one of the best in the field!

00:25 Say hello to the Queen of Negotiation, Alex Carter!

01:25 Did you always know you were going to be a professor?

03:00 How did you learn to stand up for yourself?

06:05 Navigating a male dominated field as a woman.

10:20 What is your approach to advancing in business?

12:15 How does networking and collaboration create win-win relationships?

15:00 How to turn failures into successes.

18:40 What is the most powerful interaction you’ve had with a student?

21:30 How do you have difficult conversations with students?

24:35 The power of shifting ‘why’ to ‘what’.

28:15 How can you set yourself up for success in negotiation?

34:30 A little silence goes a long way.