Welcome to the CEO Show. A podcast for ambitious creatives ready to bring the fun, freedom and flexibility back into business. Meet your host Laura Canham; an award winning business coach on a mission to make business super freaking simple and totally freaking fun. She scaled her online business from start up to a quarter of a million dollars in just two years (whilst also birthing two babies!) so she knows a thing or two about getting big results without the hustle. In this podcast Laura will be pulling back the curtain on what it really means to be a CEO. From the juicy business strategy, to the mindset work and most importantly, how to prioritise you - the beautiful woman behind the business. Each week you can expect juicy episodes with no-nonsense business advice to help you skyrocket your success, deep and meaningful soul chats, unfiltered interviews with powerhouse female entrepreneurs and everything in-between. So babes, stick around if you’re ready to scale your business with ease and create success your way. Find out more here: www.lauracanham.com
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February 3, 2025Episode 6018 min
60. HUGE NEWS! Big updates and a new secret podcast...
Juicy updates and a BIG announcement incoming…In this episode I’m dishing the dirt on what’s coming in 2025. 😏➡ The Bali retreat? Almost sold out.➡ In-person events? Yep, they’re happening.➡ A BRAND NEW sales program? Coming soon.And let’s just say, I’m bringing my A-game and my background in psychology to completely change the way you see sales.And this podcast? Well, I’m going to be shaking things up in a big way - tune in to find out what’s happening!In the meantime, you can join the waitlist for the brand new sales program hereAnd you can get access to the new secret poddy here
January 6, 2025Episode 5922 min
59. Try this one thing to STOP getting ghosted by new leads
If people are enquiring to work with you, congrats! You’ve done the hard part.Whether they’re emailing, DMing, filling out your forms or downloading your price guides - this is where the magic happens. However, it’s also where things can fall apart FAST.Your first response to a new lead is single handedly one of the most important means of communication you’ll have in the entire customer journey [no pressure!]If your response is a flop, you’ll lose that sale. And honestly, too many people are missing out on $$$ because their responses are wishy washy AF.I’ve reviewed, edited, and revamped countless enquiry responses for my clients and in this episode, I’m sharing exactly what makes the difference between getting ghosted and getting booked.In this episode:Why you’re getting ghosted: The #1 mistake business owners make when responding to enquiries.The sweet spot for length: Why both too-short and too-long responses are killing your sales.How to structure a winning response: What to include, what to leave out, and how to keep it fun and engaging.Simple fixes that increase bookings: Easy tweaks that boost your response rate instantly.LINKS:Apply for Freedom Empire [1:1 Business Consulting & Mastermind]Join the Offer Lab and build your premium, sell out offerGet my free AI Bot to create your million dollar offerConnect with me on Instagram hereLearn more about working with me here
December 16, 2024Episode 5835 min
58. F*ck the content pillars! Do this instead to make content creation easy peasy
Content creation always seems to be every business owners pet peeve.Not enough time, don’t know what to post, stressing over the algorithm, feeling overwhelmed with all the chatter of content pillars, themes, buckets and all the things…The reason you’re overthinking it is because you’re likely drowning in a sea of social media ‘expert’ advice that’s making you think you need a fancy schmancy strategy.And when we’re confused AF, we get paralysed and don’t do anything - which means you’re very likely not posting at all right now [and this is not a vibe!]In this episode I want to give you the confidence to tell the content pillars to f*ck off and just keep everything super simple so that you can stop stressing and start sharing!In this episode you’ll learn:Why content pillars and complicated strategies are holding you back from showing up onlineHow to tap into your dream client’s desires, struggles, and cravings to create magnetic contentHow to choose content topics effortlessly, even if you’re in the middle of a launchHow to forget the ‘right’ format and instead choose what feels fun and easy for YOU to shareLINKS:Apply for Freedom Empire [1:1 Business Consulting & Mastermind]Join the Offer Lab and build your premium, sell out offerGet my free AI Bot to create your million dollar offerConnect with me on Instagram hereLearn more about working with me hereSales Secrets is a private podcast for female entrepreneurs ready to finally crack the code on selling with ease.
December 9, 2024Episode 5741 min
57. 2024 Reflections - The richest I've ever been
This year has gone by so fast, like holy crap! And while everyone is sharing their Spotify wrapped, huge 2024 wins and big juicy plans for 2025, it can be easy to get caught up in the income goals, milestones and comparisons.In this episode I want to share with you the process I undertake to reflect on my year, without my ‘success’ being entirely determined by my income.Because right now, at the end of 2024 I am the richest I’ve ever been [but it’s not because of what you might think!]In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why success isn’t just about financial milestonesHow to reflect meaningfully on your year without tying it to your worthThe power of calling in abundance beyond moneyHow creating time and space can lead to a richer, more fulfilling lifeLINKS: My 1:1 business consulting is now open for applications. Click here to apply to work with me in 2025.Ready to take a break? Join the Bali Business Retreat. Click here to learn moreWanna see how else to work with me? Head hereSales Secrets is a private podcast for female entrepreneurs ready to finally crack the code on selling with ease.
December 2, 2024Episode 5615 min
56. Success Series: Are you sabotaging your own success?
Let’s talk about actually enjoying your success.Because maybe you’re already owning your wins. Maybe you’re celebrating them, too. But then what?Are you actually kicking back and reaping the rewards of all your hard work? Or are you smashing the goal, ticking it off, and moving on to the next thing without pausing to soak it all in?This episode is for you if you’ve created success, but you’re struggling to slow down, enjoy the ease you’ve worked so hard to build, or let your business truly support you.In this episode, I cover:Why so many high-achieving women struggle to enjoy the ease they’ve created.Signs you might be subconsciously sabotaging yourself when things start feeling simple.How I struggled to slow down and actually enjoy my 4 month trip to Europe despite spending 3.5 years building a business I could take anywhere.Why it’s safe to let things feel easeful, calm, and simple - and how to lean into that.Fave Quote: "What’s the point of all that effort if you don’t actually stop to enjoy it?"If you’re looking for a place to grow your business with personalised support, my mastermind Freedom Empire is open for applications. Click here to apply or DM me on Instagram @lauracanham_ to chat more.LINKSLearn how to work with Laura hereJoin the Bali Business Retreat
November 25, 2024Episode 5556 min
55. Success Series: The realities of creating a six-figure business as a single girly with Em Chapman
Welcome back to the success series! I am so excited for my chat this week with Em Chapman, a WA based event stylist and wedding planner who has taken her business from side-hustle to six-figures in the last 12 months.Since we started working together in 2023, Em has smashed every single thing on her to-do list, goal sheet and vision board in record timing. Hitting her first $100k+ year, buying her first home, getting her beautiful furbaby and dream car - all the things.In this episode we talk about how she made it happen and some of the big moments she attributes to her success. Including the challenges of creating structure and a new routine when you move from side-hustle or part time business to it becoming your all in thing.And we also dive into the complexities of trying to date when you’re an independent woman with your own business and how it’s often challenging to meet a guy who is actually on the same level, plus the pressure of being the sole income earner and how that impacts making decisions in the business.I can’t wait for you to hear from her! Let’s go…In this episode we discuss:Her journey of transitioning from a secure government job to becoming her own boss.The importance of work-life balance, flexibility, and the joy of small moments in how you determine ‘success’The challenges of creating structure in a new routineQuote of the episode: ‘I get to do that now because of my business’If you’re looking for a place to get personalised support to grow your business and achieve your own version of success over the next 6-12 months, my mastermind Freedom Empire is now open for applications. Click here to apply or send me a DM on Instagram @lauracanham_ to chat more.LINKSConnect with Laura on Instagram hereRegister for the Hot Offer MasterclassSales Secrets is a private podcast for female entrepreneurs ready to finally crack the code on selling with ease.
November 18, 2024Episode 5416 min
54. Success Series: How to start celebrating your wins
Here’s the thing: when you’re ambitious, focused, and crushing your goals left, right, and centre, it’s so easy to fall into a pattern of just ticking things off the list and moving on to the next thing. One milestone after another, with no time to stop and savor your progress.When was the last time you actually paused to celebrate your success?Because when you skip the celebration, you’re missing out on one of the best parts of the journey - not to mention a huge opportunity to supercharge your future success.In this episode I want to show you that celebrating your wins needs to become a regular part of your life and business, and some super simple ways to start doing it today. In this episode we cover:How skipping celebration can hold you back - even when you’re smashing goals.Simple ways to create new daily, weekly, and quarterly celebration practices to fuel your momentum.Why even "failures" deserve to be celebrated, and how to reframe them as wins.How to schedule time to pause, reflect, and honor your growth.Practical action steps to start celebrating right now, without overcomplicating it.If you’re looking for a place to get personalised support to grow your business and achieve your own version of success over the next 6-12 months, my mastermind Freedom Empire is now open for applications. Click here to apply or send me a DM on Instagram @lauracanham_ to chat more.LINKS:Connect with Laura on Instagram hereReady to skyrocket your sales with the power of AI? Join The Offer Lab here
November 11, 2024Episode 5353 min
53. Success Series: Creating a business to support you through the hard times with Sarah Joel
This week I’m chatting with another one of my amazing clients, Sarah Joel.When we started working together in 2022, Sarah was making $2k per month and within 6 months was making consistent $13k months. Since then she has maintained these high income months whilst also creating a new routine where she spends her weeks with her kids.In this episode Sarah talks through how she’s maintained her business growth despite facing a huge health scare earlier this year.In this episode we discuss:The importance of setting micro-goals and taking baby step towards your bigger goal.How her definition of success has evolved throughout different stages of her life and business.How she went from earning 2K a month to consistently making 13K a month in just six months.Why automation is so important to ensure a steady income and support during difficult times.Quote of the episode: ‘What the fuck? Like why is this happening?’If you’re looking for a place to get personalised support to grow your business and achieve your own version of success over the next 6-12 months, my mastermind Freedom Empire is now open for applications. Click here to apply or send me a DM on Instagram @lauracanham_ to chat more.LINKS:Connect with Laura on Instagram hereReady to skyrocket your sales with the power of AI? Join The Offer Lab hereSales Secrets is a private podcast for female entrepreneurs ready to finally crack the code on selling with ease.
November 4, 2024Episode 5214 min
52. Success Series: Why you need to stop being so freaking humble
It’s time for you to step up and freaking own all the cool shit you’ve done babe!Over the years I’ve supported hundreds of female entrepreneurs, watched them smash through their to do list and do some really cool shit - but when it comes to sharing that with the world, they freak out.If you’re guilty of downplaying your wins, brushing off compliments, hiding your achievements or worrying you’ll be seen as a show-off if you so much as mention the epic things you’ve achieved - this episode is for you!I share a bit about my own journey from hiding away to finally sharing my wins publicly and some of the reactions I received, plus:Why so many female founders feel hesitant to own their successHow downplaying your achievements can actually hold you back from reaching your fullest potentialThe power of celebrating your wins and how it impacts your subconscious mind and energyReal-life examples of how sharing your success can empower others to aim higherActionable tips for creating a habit of celebrating your achievements without fear of judgementFavorite quote from this episode: "When we stay small, we help no one"If you’re ready to make some cool shit happen, I’d love to invite you to join me inside Freedom Empire. This is for women in business looking for personalised 1:1 coaching to take their business to the next level over the next 6-12 months. Click here to apply or send me a DM on Instagram @lauracanham_ to chat more.LINKS:Connect with Laura on Instagram hereRegister for The Offer Lab
October 28, 2024Episode 5149 min
51. Success Series: Navigating divorce while growing your empire with Lauren Bridge
Welcome to the second installment of the Success Series! This is an 8 part segment where I’m talking to some of my amazing clients about their business journey - the amazing wins and all the crazy shit has gone on behind the scenes that they’ve never spoken about before.My first guest is one of my longest term clients, powerhouse entrepreneur and founder of the Wedding Collective, Lauren Bridge.Now where do I start with this lady? After we started working together in late 2021 she has knocked my socks off with her ability to take action and slay her goals. In less than 12 months she hit her first $100k and then decided to start a second business which has skyrocketed to success. She has since doubled her income every single year, become the Director of her own company and continues to blow me away with her no nonsense attitude of go big or go home.From the outside you’ll only ever see the beautiful badass boss babe Lauren, but let me tell you - her journey hasn’t always been plain sailing. She’s overcome some big mindset hurdles and personal challenges over the last few years and that’s what we’ll be diving into in todays episode.From nearly burning out after launching her new brand, her mission to becoming a millionaire, the lessons learned from taking quick and dirty action and how she’s had to navigate solo parenting two toddlers and divorcing her husband whilst also growing her company. This is a juicy one! Let’s dive in.In this episode we discuss:The importance of trial and error if you want to hit your goals quicklyHow she’s managed the transition from solopreneur to running her own companyHow she’s navigated hiring team members and delegating her workloadHow she’s nailed her long term vision and some of the trade-offs she’s willing to make in the meantimeThe challenges she’s faced whilst separating from her husband, solo parenting her two toddlers continuing to grow the business.Quote of the episode: ‘I love money. I like making money. I like spending money. I like sleeping on money’If you’re looking for a place to get personalised support to grow your business and achieve your own version of success over the next 6-12 months, my mastermind Freedom Empire is now open for applications. Click here to apply or send me a DM on Instagram @lauracanham_ to chat more.LINKS:Connect with Laura on Instagram hereRegister for the Hot Offer MasterclassSales Secrets is a private podcast for female entrepreneurs ready to finally crack the code on selling with ease.
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