Planning for Profit

On this episode I'm talking about why morning routines don't work for everyone and how you can better set yourself up for a more productive day. Highlights: Why I struggled with the typical "morning routine" and why it never worked for me How I structure my mornings for success Six strategies to have a more productive, successful , and relaxed work day Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Eat That Frogfree guidequizJoin the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy

Today let's talk about whether you should focus on creating an offer or building an audience first and I'm sharing tips on how to cultivate and grow your audience. Highlights: What I've struggled with recently when it comes to audience growth. The reason you're getting 'crickets' when you put out that new offer. 5 tips to grow and cultivate an audience of engaged followers who are ready to purchase from you Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Leave a Rating or Reviewnew video contentInstagramfree guideTake the quizJoin the waitlist

Today we're discussing the myths behind scaling an online business and trading dollars for hours and a better business model for success. Highlights: The myth of scaling online businesses Why we shouldn't be so quick to dismiss service based businesses The business model I use with my 1-1 clients that is efficient and successful Why small teams of expert contractors are often more successful than large teams of employees in online business Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Leave a Rating or ReviewWatch the FB Livefree guide to help you get out of overwhelm for GOODTake the quiz to find out!Join the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy!

On this episode I'm sharing about what has been working and not working in running a business as we move out of a difficult year and into a new reality. Highlights: My thoughts on the new word that everyone is talking about to describe 2021 Why running an online business is very different in the year 2021 vs. 1-2 years ago What I've been struggling with in my own business as we move into a new phase (it's very relatable to all online CEO's!) Six strategies for fighting burnout, and adapting to a different pace of business Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: NY Times Article from Adam Grant - https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/19/well/mind/covid-mental-health-languishing.html Leave a Rating or Review for Planning for Profit! - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/planning-for-profit/id1357294503 Are you a freelance VA or wanna-be-integrator who's feeling totally burnt out by the day to day execution of low level tasks? I've got a free guide to help you get out of overwhelm for GOOD! - https://www.kristinkaplan.com/burnout Are you a Digital CEO who's ready for a Digital COO/integrator and you think your current VA or team member might be a good fit? Take the quiz to find out! - https://www.kristinkaplan.com/quiz Interested in training for your Digital COO or becoming a Digital COO yourself? Join the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy! https://www.kristinkaplan.com/digitalcoo

Happy spring! On this episode we’re talking about how to be an effective team leader, whether you are a business owner or a COO. Highlights: Links and Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Join the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy that’s re-launching in the coming months!Find out with this free trainingInstagram Review on iTunes

On this episode we're talking about what I actually do on a day to day basis as an integrator and Digital COO for six-figure entrepreneurs. Highlights: [2:45] How streamlining, adjusting team roles and reworking old processes has allowed me to create more content for my own business in the past month [4:48] I'm able to spend time with my family and focus on my 1:1 clients because I have a team who supports me [7:01] Sunday afternoons are reserved for planning my week per client [8:35] I am not an executor (of tasks), but I'm more of a strategist and planner [10:21] Creating a color-coded masterlist of client tasks and deciding an estimated timeframe for each allows me to better plan out my days [12:35] Writing down a weekly masterlist of tasks for your own business allows you to have a handle of what your week will be [13:28] Batch scheduling let's me focus on one client at a time [14:32] Mondays are for client check-ins, mapping out tasks, analyzing numbers, strategizing [17:47] Tuesdays are for call days with clients and teams [19:28] Wednesdays are for mid week check-ins on of my clients' teams [20:03] Thursdays are for working on my own business [21:06] Fridays are for my financials plus do a final check on my clients' Asana workspaces to wrap up the week [22:03] Clients can still access me via Voxxer after business hours [23:20] This year's personal goal is to set time for education per week - learning new platforms or knowing more on how to maximize current ones I use Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Interested in training for your Digital COO or becoming a Digital COO yourself? Join the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy that's re-launching in the coming months! Is an integrator or Digital COO the missing piece to your business' success? Find out with this free training! Follow me on Instagram for exciting trainings coming up! Leave a Review on iTunes.

For my 100th episode, I'm focusing on the 5 ways on how to uncomplicate your business and stop making things more difficult than they have to be. Highlights: [3:14] What's been happening in my own business in Q1 [7:14] How to Keep your offer stack streamlined [9:17] Why sticking to simple business systems is the way to go [12:44] Why you may not need a large team or employees [14:22] How to create a plan built on action [15:05] My number one tip to reach all your business goals Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Interested in training for your Digital COO or becoming a Digital COO yourself? Join the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy that's re-launching in the coming months! Follow me on Facebook and Instagram for exciting trainings coming up! Leave a Review on iTunes

Today I'm giving you my best tips and strategies on how to take the pressure off making 2021 the best year ever and get back to finding more joy in your business Highlights: How to navigate your energy and output during stressful and unprecedented times Why we place so much pressure on ourselves as entrepreneurs The pitfalls of the goal setting "industry" Four strategies to bring more joy to your business in 2021 How to keep your goal setting and expectations light and easy Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Follow Me on Facebook for some fun upcoming live trainings! - https://www.facebook.com/kristinkaplanLLC/ Leave a review of the podcast on iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/planning-for-profit/id1357294503 Are you a virtual support professional who's feeling totally burnt out by the day to day execution of low level tasks? I've got a free guide to help you get out of overwhelm for GOOD! - https://www.kristinkaplan.com/burnout Are you a Digital CEO who's ready for a Digital COO/integrator and you think your current VA or team member might be a good fit? Take the quiz to find out! - https://www.kristinkaplan.com/quiz Interested in training for your Digital COO or becoming a Digital COO yourself? Join the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy! https://www.kristinkaplan.com/academy

On this episode we’re talking all about some of the biggest business lessons I've learned since I started recording this podcast 97 episodes ago. Highlights: Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Instagram iTunesI've got a free guide to help you get out of overwhelm for GOODTake the quiz to find out

On this episode we’re talking all about how to work more successfully with a team comprised of contractors vs. employees. Highlights: How teams are set up differently in the online business world Pros to working with contractors instead of employees 4 key things to consider when working with contractors Steps for success in building a team that works effectively and efficiently Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: free guide to help you get out of overwhelm for GOODTake the quiz to find out!Join the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy

On this episode I interview my friend Joey Vitale of Indie Law, about what you need to consider when naming your business, brand, courses, and other online assets. Highlights: The biggest mistakes online entrepreneurs make when naming their business, offers, and brand assets What makes a trademark weak or strong How safe protected your brand really is with or without a trademark What you should trademark in your business and when you need to begin the trademark process Whether you can trademark a personal name or not Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: https://indielaw.com/callTrademark Masterclass Get in Touch With Joey Vitale https://www.instagram.com/joeycvitale/https://www.facebook.com/indielawfirmhttps://indielaw.com/podcast/www.followertofansociety.com About Joey: Joey C. Vitale is a lawyer, speaker, and business coach for online entrepreneurs and thought leaders. With his law firm and his courses, Joey helps online business owners call legal dibs on their brand name and signature methods so they never have to worry about losing their brand overnight.

On this episode I'm answering a question from a VA that's ready to up-level into the role of the Digital COO which is "How do I set and maintain boundaries so I don't end up working all the time?". Highlights: Discussing all the various roles that the Digital COO or integrator plays in an online business Why planning ahead is the key to efficiency and effectiveness in working as a team Communication strategies for setting boundaries Why I batch my larger client tasks each week Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: https://www.kristinkaplan.com/academy

On this episode I'm flipping the script from last week and sharing common Enneagram types for online CEO's and how COO's can best support them. Highlights: Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: http://www.kristinkaplan.com/livetraining Join the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy! https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/

On this episode I'm sharing about my favorite personality test, the Enneagram and which Enneagram numbers make for successful Digital COO's. Highlights: What my own Enneagram type is and how it allows me to succeed as a COO and project manager The three Enneagram numbers that correlate with COO success Which Enneagram number would not make for a good Digital COO/integrator Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: http://www.kristinkaplan.com/livetrainingJoin the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy!https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/https://www.instagram.com/enneagramandcoffee/

Today I'm discussing the steps you can take to ensure that your team has a successful relationship between the CEO (visionary) and COO (integrator). Highlights: How to approach the digital CEO/COO relationship as a partnership The roles of the CEO and COO in an online business What the CEO/COO dynamic should NOT be Three best practices to set up your relationship for success Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Join my upcoming FREE 3 part training seriesCheck out Episode 090Join the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy – opening soon!

On this episode we’re talking all about the why and the how behind creating workflows, systems, and processes for your online business. Highlights: Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Take the quiz to find out!Join the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy – opening this fall!I've got a free guide to help you get out of overwhelm for GOOD!

Today we’re talking all about where ideas and content should originate from in an online business and how much is the CEO responsible for vs. their team. Highlights: Links and Resources: Take the quiz to find out!Join the FREE webinar to learn how on September 15th!Join the waitlist for the Digital COO Academy - opening this fall!

On this episode I'm sharing the key aspect to launching that I've learned after managing dozens of launches for myself and clients. Highlights: Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Ready to finally up-level your launches and better understand metrics, data, FB ad strategy, and more? Join the Launch Club Mastermind, opening today! Want to get your hands on my 81 step launch process plan/checklist that I use with my 6-figure clients and for my own launches? Grab it here.

On this episode we’re talking all about why it’s so important to focus on the cash cows in your business and how to choose which of your offers those should be. Highlights: Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Want to learn my best tips and tricks to improving your launches (from an integrator and launch strategist who has managed many 5-6 figure launches). Sign up for the FREE webinar happening on August 18th - https://www.kristinkaplan.com/launchwebinar Ready to finally up-level your launches and better understand metrics, data, FB ad strategy, and more? Join the waitlist for the Launch Club Mastermind, opening this month! - https://www.kristinkaplan.com/launchclub

On this episode we’re talking all about why you probably don't need to buy another course to get the results you're looking for in your business and what to do instead. Highlights: Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode: https://www.kristinkaplan.com/launchclubhttps://www.kristinkaplan.com/webinar