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Business Tao with George Kao
George Kao shares a unique message for business: Create without resistance. Connect without guile. Succeed without stress. Find his best articles here: https://www.GeorgeKao.com . Topics include Authentic Marketing, Joyful Productivity, and Healthy Money. New episode every Monday. georgekao.substack.com
Episodes
Business Tao with George KaoBe more sensitive to what values you're being influenced into...
Observe the business experts you follow: notice the core message of their emails, social media, and websites… Are they trying to tempt you with big incomes and…
Business Tao with George KaoHow I recover from entrepreneurial setbacks (BREATHE) -- short version
Comment on this episode:https://youtu.be/nWlgY3U_ZVM This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus…
Business Tao with George KaoNot doing the things you say you want to do? Thoughts on motivation...
Don’t beat yourself up :) because at least you have a vision! Many people don’t. And we’re all in the journey of learning how to properly motivate…
Business Tao with George KaoWhy it helped me to *stop* chasing "financial freedom"...
I used to dream about “financial freedom”… having so much money that I could just do whatever I wanted, travel the world, give money abundantly to causes and…
Business Tao with George KaoMy thoughts on Energy Signature and finding our soul group clients and audience...
You might want to listen to this more than once...This segment is a sample from the Authentic Business Course:http://smpl.ro/BizInsights This is a public…
Business Tao with George KaoYour business numbers are perfect right now 💛
May you celebrate your past actions, have peace in the present, and joyfully stretch (just a bit!) into your potential.Comment…
Business Tao with George KaoIf you need X dollars monthly or else you must get a job, should you still focus on growing your business?
This segment is a sample from the Authentic Business Course:http://smpl.ro/BizInsights This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other…
Business Tao with George KaoNo, you don't have to niche down to have successful biz...
It's good to niche your offers, but you don't have to niche yourself / the entirety of your business.For us solopreneurs, it's about credibility anyway, not as…
Business Tao with George KaoDefinition: What is an "authentic business"?
You might want to listen to this more than once...This segment is a sample from the Authentic Business Course:http://smpl.ro/BizInsights This is a public…
Business Tao with George KaoAt the start of your content creation journey, it feels like you're "playing ball by yourself"...
Authentic, consistent creation... it’s a spiritual practice:* Post without checking for engagement (until your regular data gathering)* Show up and create as a…
Business Tao with George KaoMarketing with empathy -- avoid FOMO and embrace a love-centered approach...
"There are only TWO spots left in the program. Sign up now!"…is the sort of marketing message we might receive from a conventional marketer.It seems to me that…
Business Tao with George KaoAi + Spirituality, Consciousness, and Channeling Machines with Jeffrey Scott of The Technomancy Workshop
To comment on this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/jllrDSO5NyQJeffrey Scott's website:https://www.joyomancy.comThe Technomancy…
Business Tao with George KaoBe unattached to results. Simply follow your schedule -- with joyful productivity 🤗
Your ambitions can be as grand as you want them to be. What inspires you? Dream it! Yet, when it comes to the timeline of when those dreams are met -- hold to…
Business Tao with George KaoDon't sell to people's trauma. Demonstrate care for them. Show up reliably and authentically 🙌🏾
No, you don't have to do what those marketing experts are telling you -- you don't have to use persuasion psychology to have a successful business. (I'm living…
Business Tao with George KaoMake your marketing easier over the years by shifting toward your authentic heart-felt service 💛
The next time an expert tells you that a marketing or conversion tactic “works”... ask this question: “It might work to convert 10% of the audience… but does…
Business Tao with George KaoDo what you love? Or offer what the market wants? Integrate these two...
Understanding the two energy sources that move your business forward... passion vs. compassion.In other words...Do what you love? Or...Offer what they want?Try…
Business Tao with George KaoMy upcoming course – “What Do You Do?” – Integrate Your Deep & Diverse Work Into a Coherent Intro & About Page
Announcing my upcoming course:“What Do You Do?” –Integrate Your Deep & Diverse WorkInto a Coherent Intro & About Page(3-Week Transformational Experience For…
Business Tao with George KaoArtist vs Entrepreneur Paths -- Basic Ikigai Venn Diagram for Authentic Business
In trying to understand your purposeful work, you may have encountered various kinds of venn diagrams (overlapping circles) to express the idea of Ikigai.Well…
Business Tao with George Kao✨ Liberate your authentic creativity by LETTING GO of the idea that first impressions matter...
Many of us grow up hearing “You only get one chance at making a good first impression.” We are taught this when applying for schools, for jobs, and when…
Business Tao with George KaoSpiritual solopreneurs who disregard their own spiritual values in their marketing 🤔
I’ve noticed that many service providers who consider themselves “spiritual” often toss their spirituality out the window when it comes to marketing... They…
Business Tao with George KaoConcentric Circles Business Model -- a wholesome alternative to sales funnels or customer journeys
Here’s the business model that I use, and recommend for all clients to consider. It’s an alternative to sales funnels (which often feel unethical to me).This…
Business Tao with George Kao"Go where you are respected..." (a wise perspective to take on for sales and marketing)
Years ago, I received a simple piece of career advice:“Go where you’re respected.” — eco-entrepreneur Paul HawkenThese 4 words have guided my career.It applies…
Business Tao with George KaoYou don't need a huge audience... you need a few true fans 🫶🏼
In this episode, I discuss how marketing doesn't have to be about chasing a huge audience or thousands of subscribers. Instead, I encourage you to focus on…
Business Tao with George KaoIf feeling stuck in business, get back in touch with your audience on a 1-1 basis...
If feeling stuck in business, get back in touch with your audience on a 1-1 basis...Comment here:https://youtu.be/Fvk-Z0sH6gw This is a public episode. If you…
Business Tao with George KaoAlex King-Harris: Vocal Expression/Musicality for Healing & Authentic Growth
Alex's voice alone is healing to listen to! Enjoy this conversation about the power of our voice to heal our stored pain and liberate more authentic creativity…
Business Tao with George KaoA Primer on Working Lightly ✨
This was a sample segment from the Joyful Productivity program: www.GeorgeKao.com/TLCComment here:https://youtu.be/tyDlhukEVjw This is a public episode. If you…
Business Tao with George Kao😅 Rant: we *cannot* pause A.I. - it's more urgent that we figure out how to use it 💪🏽
1. As a society, should we pause AI development?2. What about for you and me ... should we learn how to use AI?No (we can't anyway)... and yes, it's…
Business Tao with George KaoRebecca Van Damm on content strategy, social media algorithms, and easily describing your work...
Rebecca is a Content Strategist who specifically works with people making a positive impact on the world—healers, artists, activists, social entrepreneurs, and…
Business Tao with George KaoInauthentic sales conversations, or what I learned from calls where *I* was the prospective client
Comment here:https://youtu.be/t66lsIyrjhA This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes…
Business Tao with George KaoMarketing funnels? Everyone assumes you need one. I purposely *don't* use one.
Many solopreneurs are being indoctrinated by digital marketers who sell them on the idea that they need a sales/marketing “funnel”.A typical funnel works like…
Business Tao with George Kao🤔 The A.I. revolution -- can it support your authenticity + spirituality + humanity? ✨
I welcome your comments below -- how do you feel about A.I. (artificial intelligence) such as ChatGPT and MidJourney? Do you think it will benefit your…
Business Tao with George KaoTad Hargrave (Marketing for Hippies) -- Point of View Marketing (Your clients must believe your Diagnosis) + Energy Signature and Niching
Talking with Tad Hargrave about "point of view" (what I call "frameworks") and the 3 cases you need to make in your marketing: Diagnosis, Prognosis, and…
Business Tao with George KaoHow to create quality stuff? Focus on quantity.
This principle has been essential to my success.How do I make great content? By making more content, and observing what spreads.How do I improve my skills?By…
Business Tao with George KaoClient Insights: Sonja the Grey -- Intuitive Guidance & Faith in Business and Defying George 😅
Sonja's links:Website -- https://sonjathegrey.comIG -- https://www.instagram.com/sonjathegrey/FB -- https://www.facebook.com/sonjathegreyYoutube --…
Business Tao with George KaoInstantly Impressive vs. Consistently Authentic (6-minute version)
There are essentially two foundational ways of showing up in our marketing and content:Be impressive instantly.Be consistently authentic.You can get clients…
Business Tao with George KaoClient Insights -- Eric Klein -- developing a Framework for one's knowledge sharing / teaching
Eric's links:https://www.wisdomheart.comhttps://www.facebook.com/wisdomhearthttps://www.instagram.com/wisdom.hearthttps://www.youtube.com/@WisdomHeartTVEric is…
Business Tao with George Kao🏖️ I used to dream about financial freedom... but then I discovered the real purpose of work 🙏🏼
I used to dream about “financial freedom”… having so much money that I could just do whatever I wanted, travel the world, give money abundantly to causes and…
Business Tao with George KaoGet consistent with creating authentic content with the support of the Soul Gym Program -- Community for Coaches, Mentors, Healers
Learn more here: https://www.GeorgeKao.com/SoulGym This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus…
Business Tao with George Kao✨ Got a passion project? Document your journey 🎥😅
How to get others excited about your passion project? Document your own creation journey... May this episode inspired you to go for it 🙌🏾Comment…
Business Tao with George Kao😅 Rant: "The Prosperous Coach" Summary / Why I disagree with the book by Steve Chandler Rich Litvin
Links mentioned and additional thoughts can be accessed here: https://www.georgekao.com/blog/theprosperouscoach This is a public episode. If you would like to…
Business Tao with George KaoThe most secure investment for solopreneurs
Cryptocurrency is a gamble. The stock market is volatile. Shockingly, even bonds don’t feel safe anymore.The best investment for most of us is – and has always…
Business Tao with George KaoClient Insights -- Mira Rao on Working Lightly ✨ and Free Webinars to Enroll Clients
Mira's Links:https://www.facebook.com/MiraRaoCoachinghttps://www.instagram.com/miraraocoach/https://www.youtube.com/@mirarao5864Mira is part of my group…
Business Tao with George KaoEven if you're not posting any content, don’t neglect to do gentle launches 🌱
Maybe it’s my fault. I’ve written and spoken for years about how beneficial it is to be creating content consistently. Now, some of you are feeling guilty if…
Business Tao with George KaoClient Insights -- Gregory Vahanian - Marketing as Ministry + Netcaring as Practice
Get inspired by Gregory Vahanian as he talks about his shift into authentic content creation and netcaring.Links to Gregory's content:Facebook --…
Business Tao with George KaoShift your perspective towards *authentic* selling... so that you actually look forward to it 🤗
We become inauthentic when we try to persuade people.When you’re in the energy of trying to “get” someone to believe you and to buy your thing, it becomes too…
Business Tao with George KaoCourse Announcement -- "Authentic Outreach: Joyful Honest Methods to Keep Your Client Roster Full"
See all the info here: https://www.georgekao.com/outreachTo ask any questions, comment here:https://www.facebook.com/GeorgeKaoCommunity/videos/1604533226641719…
Business Tao with George KaoAuthentic Business Success? Prioritize Your Inner Life in These 3 Areas ✨
“Tell me about your goals.”“Well, I want a business beyond my wildest dreams. Doesn’t everyone?!”In her voice, there’s a slight tinge of desperation. An…
Business Tao with George Kao🌅 Explore life purpose by documenting your journey, thereby growing a personal brand audience too 🤗
I wish I knew this when I was in my 30's, my 20's, even my teens...Discuss here:https://youtu.be/xk7sAsmUE3I This is a public episode. If you would like to…
Business Tao with George Kao12 Authentic Business Values
These are values that drive my business, and what I hope will set the foundation of my client community.I’m happy to share these values publicly, with the hope…
Business Tao with George KaoRecover from Entrepreneurial Failure: BREATHE 🙏🏼
I’ve been full-time as a solopreneur since 2009. I’ve launched many services, programs, and events. Some of them have been busts, getting few to no…
Business Tao with George KaoNo, you don't have to niche down -- you can bring all your interests into your authentic business!
No, you don't have to niche down and constrict yourself like that.For us solopreneurs, it's about credibility anyway, not as much about niching...Discuss…
Business Tao with George Kao💸 How much should you spend on coaching / mentoring for your business and marketing? 🤔
Someone asked what I thought about paying $20,000 per year for a business coach... Of course, it’s fine if you’re having a very worthwhile experience, and if…
Business Tao with George Kao🤑 Charge more money... to get more motivated clients? 🤔
“We often hear that we only commit to things we pay a dear price for. Today a coach tried to sell me a £20k program to work with him 1-o-1, weekly sessions for…
Business Tao with George KaoAnnouncing my annual BizPlan course -- Create a workable and authentic plan to grow your business
Once a year I teach my business plan course for the coming year.It's my most important course and I require all my clients to take it, so that we can be on the…
Business Tao with George KaoHaving pure intentions in marketing 💛 and simply *caring for people* as a business "strategy"
I’ve noticed that many service providers who consider themselves “spiritual” often toss their spirituality out the window when it comes to marketing.They trust…
Business Tao with George Kao☑️ Capture, Categorize, Calendar
"Capture, Categorize, Calendar" is the core idea from the "productivity" side of my Joyful Productivity teachings.For a writeup of this lesson, visit…
Business Tao with George KaoAnnouncing My 2023 Coaching/Mentoring -- MasterHeart (MH) + Authentic Business Community (ABC)
Here is the public description of the program -- www.georgekao.com/group -- you can use the link there to request an Application. It's quick to fill out. Once…
Business Tao with George Kao"Two spots left!" 🤔 On FOMO marketing and burning the pot -- popcorn analogy 🍿
"There are only TWO spots left in the program. Sign up now!"…is the sort of marketing message we might receive from a conventional marketer.It seems to me that…
Business Tao with George KaoBeware of the "ONE right way to success" -- your *authentic* path is the truly effective "formula".
Recently I’ve spoken to several who have spent around $50,000 USD on business/marketing coaching or trainings… and often because they didn't realize those…
Business Tao with George KaoAnnouncing the Soul Gym Program -- Create Consistent Content -- Community for Coaches, Mentors, Healers
I'm launching a coaching program & community to help coaches/mentors/healers get (and stay) consistent in creating authentic content:The Soul Gym --…