My Business Playbook

Laura Higgins

  • 56 minutes 13 seconds
    509: Unfiltered: A Conversation with My Sisters on Creativity, Business & Life

    This episode is extra special—I’m sitting down with my sisters, Beth Gleeson, Shelley Johnson, and Millie Robertson, for a raw, hilarious, and unfiltered chat about life, business, and creativity.


    From navigating career shifts to balancing family and ambition, we’re diving into the real stuff—the highs, the struggles, and everything in between. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your journey or needed a reminder that you’re not alone, this one’s for you.


    In This Episode, You'll Learn:

    • The unique paths we’ve each taken in business and creativity
    • What we’ve learned about success, failure, and following your gut
    • The behind-the-scenes reality of building a business while raising a family
    • What we learned being in a family band together + a special preview of one of our songs! (lol this part is crazy)
    3 March 2025, 11:27 pm
  • 41 minutes 1 second
    508: Why Every Creative Should Launch a Membership (and How to Start)

    Tired of chasing clients and unpredictable income?

    Membership expert Stu McLaren reveals how to create scalable, recurring revenue so you can build a profitable business without burnout.


    In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

    • The four membership types that work for any business (even service providers!)
    • The biggest mistake most creatives make when trying to build recurring revenue
    • Why keeping your membership open 24/7 might be killing your sales
    • How to sell your membership without feeling salesy (Stu’s messaging hack!)
    • The secret to keeping members for years—without constantly launching
    • Wild success stories: How Stu’s students turned balloon animals and dog training into six-figure memberships


    Resources & Links:


    24 February 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 15 minutes 36 seconds
    507: What to Do When Someone Copies Your Work (5 Simple Steps)

    How to Handle Copycats in Business (Without Losing Your Cool)


    Dealing with copycats in business can be frustrating, but it doesn't have to derail your success. In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how to handle copycats in business the right way—without freaking out, going on a social media rant, or letting it hold you back.


    You’ll learn when to take action, when to let it go, and how to protect your brand and intellectual property so you can keep creating with confidence.


    In This Episode, You'll Learn:

    ✔️ The first thing to do when you discover a copycat (before reacting emotionally!)

    ✔️ The difference between inspiration and outright copying—and how to tell the difference

    ✔️ When to let it go and take it as a compliment✔️ When to take action—and the exact steps to follow

    ✔️ How to protect your brand, content, and intellectual property legally

    ✔️ Why originality always wins (and how to stay ahead of copycats!)


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    17 February 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    506: How To Set Goals You Actually Achieve 2025

    I’m joined by Olly Wood to talk about goal setting that actually works. We break down why most New Year’s resolutions fail and how to create a plan that sticks.

    You’ll learn how to manage stress effectively, build confidence in achieving your goals, and set up the right systems to follow through. This conversation is packed with practical strategies to help you crush your goals in 2024!


    Resources:


    🎯WatchThe System – My FREE training showing you how to triple your revenue in less than 12 months:laurahiggins.com/thesystem


    📲Connect with Olly Wood: Follow him on Instagram at@OllyWood and check out his podcastBody Reset.


    🚀Join the Community – Get support, strategies, and real talk with like-minded creatives insideThe Next Level Club.


    Book A Call Here



    10 February 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 14 minutes 29 seconds
    505: Why Creative Entrepreneurs Hit a Capacity Ceiling (And How to Fix It)

    Why Creative Entrepreneurs Hit a Capacity Ceiling (And How to Fix It)


    If you feel like your business is running you instead of the other way around, this episode is for you. Most creatives start out trading time for money—but at some point, you hit a wall. You’re booked out, overwhelmed, and stuck in a cycle that keeps you from growing. The key? Capacity. In this episode, I’m sharing how to unlock more time, energy, and freedom so you can run your business like a CEO—not a freelancer.


    In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

    • The real reason creatives hit an income ceiling (and why time is your biggest constraint)
    • How to audit your time and stop leaking hours on low-value tasks
    • Why most creatives operate like freelancers—and how to shift into a CEO mindset
    • The three biggest mistakes keeping you stuck in busy work instead of growth work
    • How to theme your days and redesign your ideal week for productivity and deep work
    • Simple ways to automate, delegate, and systematize so your business runs without you


    🎧 Listen now and start reclaiming your time!


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    3 February 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 57 minutes 24 seconds
    504: Dan Martell - The 3 Revenue Ceilings Holding You Back (and How to Break Through)

    Scaling your business doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your time, energy, or creativity. In this episode, I sit down with Dan Martell, author of Buy Back Your Time, to dive into the three major revenue ceilings every entrepreneur hits—and how to break through them. We explore practical strategies, key hires, and mindset shifts that can help you scale without burning out.


    Whether you’re working towards your first $300K, aiming for $2M, or scaling beyond $10M, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you build a business that works for you.


    • The three revenue ceilings ($300K, $2M, and $10M+) and the specific constraints at each stage.
    • Why valuing your time is the first step to scaling—and how to actually let go.
    • The one hire that will change the game for your productivity and mindset.
    • How to lead with confidence and build a team that propels your vision forward.
    • The mindset shifts required to overcome fear, take risks, and break through the pain line.



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    27 January 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 27 minutes 8 seconds
    503: The Exact Sales Shifts That Helped Me Hit $1m

    For years, selling felt uncomfortable and overwhelming—but that mindset was holding me back. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact mindset shifts and sales strategies that helped me overcome my fear of selling and scale my business to $1 million in revenue.

    You’ll Learn:

    • The #1 mindset shift that made selling feel natural and easy
    • How to sell without feeling “salesy” or pushy
    • Why your fear of rejection is blocking your growth (and how to fix it)
    • The real reason clients aren’t saying yes—and how to change that
    • Simple strategies to close sales with confidence and ease


    Get in touch:

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurahiggins

    Website: https://laurahiggins.com


    Do you want to hit $30k months?

    Join my masterclass: 3 Ways to $30k here: https://laurahiggins.com/30


    Book a 15 minute Scale Session with the team here: https://tools.laurahiggins.com/scale


    Want to work with me? Apply here


    Popular Episodes:

    324: How to grow your small business with Donald Miller

    407: Buy Back Your Time with Dan Martell


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    20 January 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    502: Create Space for Creativity with Renée Warren

    In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Renée Warren, entrepreneur and founder of The Pink Skirt Project. We dive into the power of creating space in your life and business to unlock your best ideas and step into the next level of success. Renée shares her bold decision to step away from a thriving PR agency, how releasing old identities created room for healing and creativity, and why trusting your gut is essential for growth. If you’ve been holding onto something that no longer feels aligned, this conversation will inspire you to let go and make room for what’s next.


    You’ll Learn:

    • How holding onto old identities can block new opportunities
    • Why creating space is crucial for creativity and growth
    • How to protect your energy and set boundaries in business
    • The power of saying no so you can say YES to the right things


    This episode is your permission slip to slow down, reassess, and make bold moves toward a business and life you truly love.


    Get in touch:

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurahiggins

    Website: https://laurahiggins.com


    Do you want to hit $30k months?

    Join my masterclass: 3 Ways to $30k here: https://laurahiggins.com/30


    Book a 15 minute Scale Session with the team here: https://tools.laurahiggins.com/scale


    Want to work with me? Apply here


    Popular Episodes:

    324: How to grow your small business with Donald Miller

    407: Buy Back Your Time with Dan Martell


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    13 January 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 14 minutes
    501: How to Hit Your Business Goals in 2025

    Welcome to Season 5 of My Business Playbook.


    In this quick-win episode, I’m sharing the exact process to set and achieve your business goals in 2025. From focusing on less to setting challenging (but realistic) targets, I’ll walk you through three powerful strategies to stay on track and make this year your most successful yet. Plus, I’ll share six game-changing questions to help you create clarity, momentum, and impact in the year ahead.


    In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

    • Why focusing on less can help you achieve more.
    • How to set goals that are challenging yet realistic.
    • The importance of tracking, visualizing, and measuring your goals weekly.
    • Six essential questions to guide your goal-setting process for 2025.
    • How aligning your goals with your vision and impact can drive powerful results.


    Get in touch:

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurahiggins

    Website: https://laurahiggins.com


    Do you want to hit $30k months?

    Join my masterclass: 3 Ways to $30k here: https://laurahiggins.com/30


    Book a 15 minute Scale Session with the team here: https://tools.laurahiggins.com/scale


    Want to work with me? Apply here


    Popular Episodes:

    324: How to grow your small business with Donald Miller

    407: Buy Back Your Time with Dan Martell


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    6 January 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 9 minutes 1 second
    453: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from me!

    Merry Christmas from me to you!


    Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and cheers to a beautiful, joy-filled end to 2024.


    I’ll see you back here in the new year, ready to dive into all the goodness that 2025 has in store.


    Get in touch:

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurahiggins

    Website:laurahiggins.com


    Do you want to hit $30k months?

    Join my masterclass: 3 Ways to $30k here: https://laurahiggins.com/30


    Want to work with me? Apply here


    Popular Episodes:

    324: How to grow your small business with Donald Miller

    407: Buy Back Your Time with Dan Martell


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    30 December 2024, 9:23 pm
  • 27 minutes 8 seconds
    452: Steal My End-of-Year Reset Plan to Prep Your Biggest Year Yet

    As we wrap up 2024, it’s time to hit pause, reflect on the year, and prepare for what’s next. In this episode, I’m sharing 5 key reflections from the year and the rituals I use to end the year strong. Think of it as updating your operating system—shedding what’s outdated and making room for new growth. Let’s reset and step into 2025 with intention and clarity.


    In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

    • How to reflect on your biggest wins, lessons, and joyful moments from the year.
    • Why letting go of outdated habits, offers, or beliefs is key to growth.
    • My end-of-year rituals to celebrate success and plan for the year ahead.
    • How gratitude can rewire your mindset and set the tone for 2025.
    • A simple, actionable way to map your 2025 vision and goals.


    DM me ‘GRATITUDE’ on Instagram to grab my free swipe file with 24 prompts to reflect on your year.


    Get in touch:

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurahiggins

    Website:laurahiggins.com


    Do you want to hit $30k months?

    Join my masterclass: 3 Ways to $30k here: https://laurahiggins.com/30


    Want to work with me? Apply here


    Popular Episodes:

    324: How to grow your small business with Donald Miller

    407: Buy Back Your Time with Dan Martell


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 December 2024, 1:00 pm
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