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The Big Shift: The Business of Making a Difference

The Big Shift is a podcast, a community, and a movement. It is our aim to help those who want to make a difference, have success in carrying out their mission. The goal of our podcast is to inspire heart-centered entrepreneurs to create their dream business, do what they love, and make the world a better place in the process. We will help you get there by sharing with you the best marketing, sales/enrollment and mindset practices known to humankind today… All of these practices are tested and come from the people who are the very best at utilizing and teaching them. These will be some of the most extraordinary people on this planet. Get ready for your Big Shift! The Big Shift podcast is hosted by Bill Baren, one of a handful of top transformational business coaches in the world. To get to the podcast website cut and paste this link billbaren.com/podcast into your browser.
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Now displaying: April, 2015
Apr 29, 2015

From running a few $2 million companies to intentionally declaring bankruptcy, Alexis Neely, aka Ali Shanti, steps up to talk about her relationship with money, and how she built her third – yes, third – $2 million empire in what she calls “The New Economy.”

I saw this incredible Facebook post by Alexis that got me so excited that I immediately called her to be on my show.

First, I put Alexis in the hot seat to discuss her fascinating relationship with failing and why she shares her failures so fully and publicly.

Then we dive into why “Charging What You’re Worth” is a total myth.  So how then do you go about pricing your services? Listen and find out…

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Apr 27, 2015

If you are going to be doing something, you might as well do it well…But here’s the thing, it’s hard to get good at any one thing if you’re trying to get good at everything at the same time.

What’s your number one marketing method for getting new clients?  There is a world of possibilities out there – workshops, teleseminars, hub marketing, local search, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc…

Trying to master all of these client-generating strategies, probably means you won’t be very successful at any of them.

That’s where the immersion mindset comes in to help you stop getting in your own way and start making a difference.


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Apr 24, 2015

“Do something every day that scares me.” It is this quote I wrote for myself on a napkin that led me to saying, “Yes” to a car racing experience that I thought might just kill me.

For two days, I couldn’t sleep. I woke up with my heart-racing and my palms sweating until I realized exactly what was holding me back from embracing this super-cool, edge-of-my-seat experience of a lifetime.

In this episode, I’ll reveal how I conquered my fear, and what it really took for me to take the wheel and drive.

I learned so much from this experience and I am super excited to share it with you.


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Apr 22, 2015

In this episode, you’ll meet a unique woman who has an unique approach to building her online business.

Bari Lyman (founder of Meet to Marry) took on an investor, studied under coaching greats like Seth Godin, mastered online advertising like a pro, and currently brings in lots of new clients using speaking engagements.

As if that’s not impressive enough, Bari comes clean with her philosophies on brand messaging and what it really took to transition from the IT recruiting world into the dating website arena.

When we finally wrap up this Podversation, you’ll get to hear a candid confession about how much work it really takes to run a successful company.


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Apr 20, 2015

If you want to get more done – in life or in business – I’ve got the solution for you. In this video, I’ll give you a tip that will set you over the edge, tipping gracefully towards success, just by following my no-brainer advice.

I’ll recount how we play out our own procrastination in life, and illustrate something you probably do everyday that holds you back from the success you really want.

It’s time for you to take imperfect action. Whether your product is the best it can be, or not, these tips will help you get it out the door without over-thinking your decision to keep your business moving forward.

And if you’ve been dragging your feet, hoping unicorns really do exist, I’ll settle the score once and for all — you can stop wishing on stars and start taking action towards manifesting your destiny.

In fact, an unexpected event during filming will even showcase my point perfectly. Will you watch the video and find out how you can follow my lead?


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Apr 17, 2015

Get a unique glimpse into my childhood. Growing up in the Soviet Union just as the country began a transition into communism, I couldn’t buy simple goods – like toilet paper – at the store like most kids.
In this episode, I talk candidly with Money Soundtrack’s Mara Hoover about how I perceive, value, and choose to earn a living. Instead of your typical mindset tips, I offer healthy philosophies focused on proceeding step-by-step to grow your company – even up to a million dollars.
I explain my true motivations to keep on growing, and how I get juiced to support a team of 10 employees. You’ll love my answers to Mara’s fill-in-the-blank questions, too.
This isn’t your typical talk about business models; it’s a must-listen for a deeper dive into what abundance really means and gaining insight into your own values. By the way, have you grabbed your free Yes Map? Because that’s where the journey begins.

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Apr 15, 2015

Any time you can get a sit down with Guy Kawasaki, you take it.  Guy was one of Apple’s first full-time evangelists. He is the Godfather of all successful bloggers.  He has founded a successful venture capital company.  He has written some amazing books that I have read cover-to-cover.  He is a student of business and of life.
In this podversation, I am going to my best-of interview vault.  I love this one.
First, we’ll review why it’s important to recognize when you’re at your peak in life and in business.  Guy explains the key to an excellent elevator pitch, and a few ways business owners can test their technique to make sure they use an effective brand message.
Next, Guy opens up about why happiness is unattainable. Instead, he tells us we should strive to find joy in our lives…which just might be easier to do if we didn’t have to sort through so many emails, wouldn’t it?
Finally, he puts a Stanford professor’s theory on team building to the test, letting us all in on a little secret to better manage our team no matter how brilliant and gifted they are. You do not want to miss all the holy shitaki moments waiting for you in this action-packed episode.

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Apr 13, 2015

Success in marketing your business isn’t as hard as you think. In fact, if you feel like you have 10 balls in the air all the time, then today’s video is a must-watch. I am going to share with you the number one way you can stop all the busyness – so that you can bring start to bring in more business and all the clients you deserve.  

You will see how doing less will definitely get you more. I’m going to give you a real-world example of a client who is finally reaping great rewards for simplifying her business and her life.
Are you ready to do less and make more money as a result?


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Apr 10, 2015

Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo didn’t start her business making a million dollars a year. She started by charging $75 for up to three hours of consultation time.  She was making a big difference with her clients, but she was going broke in the process.
Here she was a true expert in every sense of the word.  So why was she charging so little?
In this episode, we look at her big shifts that had her breakthrough her income ceiling and finally achieve the financial success she’s been seeking. We’ll explore getting out of your comfort zone and how a few simple marketing ideas can exponentially expand your reach.
Make sure to listen to the end, as that where you’ll hear great tips every entrepreneur needs to hear in order to be healthy on your path to business success.

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Apr 9, 2015

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There is a reason why most businesses fail within their first three years.
In this video, I will share the real reason why so many people fall short of achieving the success they really want.
I won't just spill the beans on my secret to growing your business, I will break down my step-by-step formula for creating anything you want.


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Apr 8, 2015

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If you had 4 more hours a day, what would you do with it? Entrepreneur, and founder of Strategic Profits, Rich Schefren, is all about maximizing your productivity, so you can spend less time working and more time doing the things you love.
So, how do we find focus in this fast-paced, can’t-stop-checking-my-smartphone world?
Rich Schefren, who at the time of this podversation was on track to do $10 million in sales, completely breaks down how and why he measures almost everything in his business, especially how everyone spends their time.
If you want to meet your goals, spend less time working, and still grow your sales like wildfire, you have to hear his research-backed solutions.

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Apr 7, 2015

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Think you can tell what your clients or potential clients are thinking and feeling?
According to my podversation guest, Juliana Schroeder, “There is not a single piece of research supports that we have that ability.”  Even though, I don’t agree with her theory, it was awesome going deep into the psychology of human behavior from analytical research perspective.
What you think is a hurt feeling on someone’s face may just be the bad burrito they ate for lunch.  Ooops!
Your success is so often dependent on your ability to give feedback effectively, communicating clearly and developing a connection quickly. Today we learn how from a PhD candidate from University of Chicago.


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Apr 6, 2015

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What’s one simple change you can make right now, today, that will profoundly affect your business?   

This little nugget is literally borrowed from a friend of mine who effectively used it with his 12-year-old daughter.  Sometimes it is the small changes that create the biggest shifts.

Are you ready for your Big Shift?

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Apr 1, 2015

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In this episode, I go back to my audio vault for a podversation with Tim Ferriss.  I dig super-deep into the experiment called life that Tim has become famous for.  I grilled Tim on how a better body can actually lead to a better business.

I especially love Tim's take on what one thing I should do to stay fit, focused, and successful.  You just might be surprised by his answer.

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Apr 1, 2015

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If you ever wanted to know the #1 secret of some of the most successful people on the planet, here's your chance...

Alex Mandossian, the publisher of Billionaire Magazine, has interviewed some of the most interesting people in the world.  He has been able to take the teachings of the most successful business leaders and turn them into interesting, actionable nuggets anyone can understand and immediately put into action..

Learn the most important business principles of Tony Robbins, Donald Trump, Oprah, Tony Hsieh, Steve Jobs and many more.

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Apr 1, 2015

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The Big Shift is a podcast, a community, and a movement.  The goal of our podcast is to inspire heart-centered entrepreneurs to create their dream business, do what they love, and make the world a better place in the process.

I will help you get there by sharing with you the best marketing, sales/enrollment, and mindset practices known to humankind today…  All of these practices are tested and come from the people who are the very best at utilizing and teaching them.  These will be some of the most extraordinary people on this planet.  Get ready for your Big Shift!

Each week, you’ll receive three action-packed, edge-of-your-seat, Goodness-no-he-didn’t episodes. On most Mondays, I will release a short and entertaining mindset success video.  On Wednesdays, things get steamy when we face-off with a big name in business or marketing – like Michael Gerber, Guy Kawasaki, or Tim Ferriss to name a few.  And on Fridays, I will debut short stories and musings that I recorded in front of a live audience.

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