Breaking Free From the All-or-Nothing Mindset That's Slowing Your Business Growth

If you're anything like me, you've probably fallen into the trap of seeing your business in black and white – either it's thriving or failing, and there’s nothing in between! In this episode, I share my personal wake-up call (spoiler: it involves a disastrous 5K run) that revealed how my all-or-nothing mindset was holding me back in business and life.

Your brain naturally craves certainty (science confirms this!), but this extreme thinking creates unnecessary pressure and keeps you stuck in perfectionism, waiting for conditions that might never come. The truth is, growth happens in the messy middle where you're taking imperfect action, collecting data, and making strategic pivots. 

In this episode, you'll learn practical frameworks to shift out of extreme thinking patterns that are stalling your growth. I'll show you how to reframe missed goals as data collection opportunities, take decisive action, and embrace "phase one" thinking that gets you moving forward. Plus, I share how my own mindset shifts led to launching my Made to Scale Mastermind and Milly Club – opportunities I would have missed if I'd stayed stuck in my all-or-nothing thinking.

HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:

1️⃣ Mental Flexibility Is Your Superpower – Obstacles don't mean stop, they mean pivot. When launches don't hit goals or team members struggle, resist seeing it as failure and instead look for the adjustments and data that will fuel your next success.

2️⃣ Take Imperfect Action Now – Perfectionism is just procrastination in disguise. Instead of waiting for perfect systems or perfect timing, launch the simplified version, hire before you feel "ready," and treat everything as a data collection opportunity.

3️⃣ Ask Better Questions When You Feel Stuck – When the urge to quit feels overwhelming (which is normal!), ask yourself: "If quitting wasn't an option, what would I do next?" Then take that step, no matter how small, to maintain momentum.

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

The Gap And The Gain by Dan Sullivan and Ben Hardy 

#525: How To Become A Master Decision Maker (& Troubleshooter) 

#748: Married To An Entrepreneur: A Sit Down With Hobie’s and My Relationship Coach 

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Buried in Day-to-Day Tasks? Learn How Deep Work Sessions Can Boost Your Productivity and Business Results

What if I told you that dedicating just one day a month to deep work could completely change your business trajectory? In this episode, I'm sharing why deep work – focused, distraction-free time for high-impact activities – is the key to making those strategic decisions that will truly grow your business!

Too many entrepreneurs (myself included!) spend time reacting rather than intentionally designing their business growth. I remember spending almost a year in reaction mode – something happened, I fixed it, something else happened, I troubleshooted...and I promise you, it was not my best revenue year!

In this episode, I walk you through my clear framework for making deep work a habit and share real examples of how it's revolutionized my business – from creating an amazing leadership team to making tough decisions about downsizing. These weren't always comfortable choices, but they've absolutely set my business up to thrive.

HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:

1️⃣ Deep Work Creates Clarity – When you remove distractions, you can make those important decisions with confidence! It's all about working ON your business, not IN it – that's how you know you're doing it right.

2️⃣ One Day a Month is a Game Changer – Imagine 12 strategic work days in a year. They add up, especially since most of us never make time for this! You don't have time for deep work – you MAKE time for it.

3️⃣ Your Environment Matters – If you feel distracted at home (or tempted to take a nap – no judgement!), change your location. Set boundaries with your team, turn off notifications, and avoid "fake productivity" that keeps you in the weeds.

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Download the Freedom app: freedom.to 

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Feeling Like Success Has to Equal Exhaustion? Discover How to Scale Your Business Without Sacrificing What Matters Most

If you've ever felt like quitting your business, you're not alone! In this episode, I sit down with author and host of the What Works podcast, Tara McMullin, to explore how to create a business that truly supports the life you want.

Tara has been challenging conventional business wisdom for over 16 years and brings a refreshing approach to success, productivity, and growth. She explains why focusing solely on revenue goals can lead to burnout, how to honor your actual capacity, and the importance of defining success on your own terms.

We dive into why saying "no" might be your most powerful business strategy, how to escape the validation spiral that keeps you overcommitted, and the transformative difference between being "busy" and being "squeezed."

HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:

1️⃣ Your Business Should Support Your Life – Start with your personal variables and non-negotiables first. Your business is a needs-meeting machine, and your needs as the business owner must come first.

2️⃣ Honor Your Capacity – We all have different capacities based on our available resources—time, money, emotional bandwidth, support networks, and skills. Before taking on new projects, ask: "Do I have what I need to do this well?"

3️⃣ Escape the Validation Spiral – Be cautious about constantly adding new commitments to feel valuable. This leads to depleted resources, underdelivering, and a spiral of taking on even more to compensate.

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Subscribe to What Works: Apple Podcasts and Spotify 

Learn more about Yellow House Media: yellowhouse.media 

Connect with Tara: whatworks.fyi 

Read the Wall Street Journal article Tara shared: The Delusion of 'Profits' By Peter F. Drucker

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Struggling to Be Heard? Master This One Communication Skill to Instantly Gain More Respect & Influence

If you’ve ever found yourself over-explaining, struggling to get your point across, or avoiding tough conversations, this episode is for you. Communication expert and trial lawyer Jefferson Fisher joins me to break down the essentials of effective communication—so you can be heard, respected, and understood in every conversation.

Jefferson has skyrocketed to fame as one of the most sought-after voices in communication strategy, helping millions sharpen their skills. Whether you’re leading a team, handling difficult conversations, or just wanting to show up more confidently in everyday life, Jefferson’s insights will change the way you speak and listen.

We dive into why saying less actually makes your words more powerful, how to navigate emotionally charged conversations, and the small communication shifts that lead to big results in your business and personal life.

HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:

1️⃣ The More You Say, The Less You Mean – Over-explaining weakens your message. Keeping your words clear and concise ensures your point lands with power and authority.

2️⃣ The Power of the Pause – Silence is a game-changer. Mastering the pause before responding instantly elevates your confidence and allows you to control the conversation.

3️⃣ Confidence Comes From Assertiveness – Confidence isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you practice. Eliminating weak language, unnecessary apologies, and filler words makes you a stronger, more compelling communicator.

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Jefferson Fisher’s Book: The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More – Grab your copy here
• Follow Jefferson Fisher on Instagram: @jefferson_fisher

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• Follow me on Instagram: @amyporterfield

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The real, unfiltered truths about chasing your first million dollars—and why it’s not what you think.

If I could go back in time and sit down with the Amy who was chasing her first million dollars, this is the conversation I would have with her. And guess what? It’s not what you might expect.

Reaching the million-dollar milestone in business is often seen as the ultimate achievement, but what happens when you get there? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing the raw, unfiltered truths about what it really takes to reach $1M—and why it won’t magically change how you feel about yourself or your business.

I’ll walk you through the money fears that held me back, the lessons I learned the hard way, and the mindset shifts that finally set me free. Whether you’re on your way to your first six figures or scaling beyond seven, this episode will help you redefine success on your terms.

Here Are The 3 Key Takeaways From This Episode

1️⃣ There Is Nothing Wrong with Wanting to Make a Bunch of Money

Owning your ambition unapologetically makes you a more confident leader, marketer, and decision-maker. When you shrink your money goals, you shrink your business.

2️⃣ My Biggest Fear Was Losing Money—But I Wish I Had Taken Bigger Risks

Fear of loss holds so many of us back from making bold moves, investing in our businesses, or taking big leaps. But playing it safe keeps entrepreneurs stuck year after year.

3️⃣ Find Your ‘Enough’—And Build Your Business Around That

Instead of constantly chasing bigger numbers, define what financial success looks like for YOU. Your ‘enough’ is the number that gives you the freedom and lifestyle you want—without feeling like you always have to push for more.

Resources Mentioned In This Episode

Let Them by Mel Robbins

More From Me

• Free Masterclass: How to Have a 10,000 Subscriber Year
• To learn more about the Milly Club and apply: amyporterfield.com/club
• Follow me on Instagram: @amyporterfield

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After more than a decade, over 750 episodes, and countless conversations with you, it's time to say goodbye to Online Marketing Made Easy. Listen in to hear what I'm up to next!

Learn step-by-step strategies for email management, scheduling, social media, and SOPs to save time and scale your online business.

In this episode, we discuss: 

• (4:41) Automation saves you time, money, and precious energy. It eliminates human error and allows you, and your team to focus on the big picture. 
• (7:32) Email automation. Only check your email once a day and set up an autoresponder for the other times. 
• (9:06) Create guided responses for common email questions that you get. You can still add a personal touch. You can use Boomerang to mark your email to go away and come back on another day.
• (11:15) Scheduling automation. Schedulicity is an online calendar that you can integrate with your calendar and create a personalized link with your availability.
• (12:37) Automating social media and weekly content. A social media automating tool will allow you to plan out your social media all at once. 
• (14:49) Managing emails from your community. ConvertKit is a good solution if you're just getting started. 
• (17:00) Standard operating procedures or SOPs. These documents will save you a lot of headaches down the road when you hire and scale your team. 
• (19:05) Compile tasks that can be passed off to a professional VA, even if it's just for a few hours a week. This will allow you to stay in your zone of genius.
• (20:05) Action steps: Decide on one automation step that you can set up within the next 7 days. Send me a DM and tell me about it!

Resources Mentioned in the Episode

Boomerang for Gmail

Schedulicity

Later

Buffer

Hootsuite

Gain

ConvertKit

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Quick tips for writing irresistible copy! From emails to social media and sales page messaging, listen for tricks that will sell your product instantly. 

In this episode, I share: 

• (4:47) How to clearly define the problem your offer solves 
• (9:40) Simple tips for writing personalized, intimate, and effective sales copy
• (12:36) A real life example of how to use a statistic in your messaging 
• (16:39) The two frameworks my team uses to write copy in the right place at the right time 
• (21:16) Why you should be testing and updating sales copy in real-time during launches
• (29:51) Tips and strategies for writing for social media and email 

Listen in and get ready to sell your product instantly with these impactful copywriting tips. Soon enough, you'll be a pro at writing content that your audience can't resist!

Resources Mentioned in the Episode

#370 | Behind-The-Scenes: How I Collect Money-Making Testimonials

#236 | How to Clarify Your Message

#556 | How To Take Your Small Business To Multi-million Dollar Success

Digital Course Academy

List Builder’s Society

Building a StoryBrand by Donald Miller 

Read This or Die by Ray Edwards

My Facebook Post with Scout 

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Learn membership expert Stu McLaren’s proven strategies for creating predictable recurring revenue that gives you the confidence to grow your business! 

Get your copy of Predictable Profits

In this episode, we discuss: 

• (1:11) The story behind how Stu became the go-to membership expert 
• (9:49) Why less membership content actually creates better results (and how to break free from the “content hamster wheel”!)
• (12:42) The three green-light indicators that prove you’re in the perfect market for a membership 
• (16:20) Six powerful reasons people join memberships 
• (21:34) My favorite strategies for keeping members engaged and progressing 
• (25:24) The biggest mistakes to avoid when starting your membership (including the one that I made!) 
• (31:00) How established entrepreneurs can add a membership without sacrificing their premium offerings 
• (36:49) Proof that recurring revenue gives you the freedom to experiment and grow your business with confidence 

This conversation will completely transform how you think about memberships and the invaluable impact they can have on both your business and life 一 don’t miss it! 

Memberships Mentioned in the Episode

The Twisterhood Membership

Simply Skilled Teaching

EB Academics 

Glitterbombers Memberships   

Autism Little Learners 

P'zazz Art Studio Memberships

Beauty Content Studio 

Follow Stu 

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Online Marketing Made Easy is evolving! Get a sneak peek of the podcast rebrand and elevated content coming your way. 

In this episode, we discuss: 

• (1:15) Why it’s time to evolve and create something new 
• (3:20) What’s staying the same and what’s changing with the new show 
• (5:00) A sneak peek at upcoming episodes and exciting episode topics 
• (7:37) The real reason behind this shift and how I plan on helping you reach your next big milestone  

Listen in and get ready for an elevated experience with The Amy Porterfield Show, coming in early March 2025!  

Resources Mentioned in the Episode

instagram.com/jefferson_fisher 

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Feeling overwhelmed by AI? Join me and Rick Mulready for a fun, practical conversation about mastering ChatGPT and Claude.ai to streamline your business!

In this episode, we discuss: 

• (5:19) Why Rick went all-in with AI and how it completely transformed his business model 
• (12:14) The most important thing to master first on ChatGPT (hint: it’s not what you think!) 
• (25:12) My biggest lightbulb moment about promoting and talking to AI in a way that gets results  
• (31:41) A complete walkthrough of custom GPTs from what they are to how to use them like a pro
• (42:35) Real-life examples of how I’m using AI to improve my podcast prep 
• (47:22) The key differences between Claude and ChatGPT
• (54:44) How to create AI solutions that actually save you time (including Rick’s amazing coaching hack)
• (59:53) The three strategies you need to move from beginner to intermediate with AI 

Get ready to feel confident and excited about using AI in your business, even if you’re starting from scratch! 

Resources Mentioned in the Episode

The AI Playbook Premium  

The GPT Instructions Writer GPT

Create Your Writing Style Paragraph GPT

AI Knowledge Base Navigator  

GoFullPage Chrome Extension 

10x Is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan

Radical Candor by Kim Scott 

#742: AI Strategies for Entrepreneurs: From Time-Saving Hacks to Exploring Creative Strategies 

Follow Rick 

youtube.com/RickMulready    

AI Playbook Newsletter

rickmulready.com

instagram.com/rickmulready

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