The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Kamini Desai

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Kamini Desai

Kamini shares some incredible insight for fostering lasting relationships with host studios, how to get started with your signature workshops and lectures, creating clear and flexible boundaries with business partners and being sensitive teaching across cultures.

And that's not even all! We also discuss Yoga Nidra as an important area of specialisation, and inner abundance as the starting point for outer abundance.

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Kamini Desai

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald, Sandy Connery & Jeni Barcelos

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald, Sandy Connery & Jeni Barcelos

This extremely fun and dynamic duo have so much to share about blending your passions and skills into a Yoga business you love.

How to deal with detractors with grace (and sometimes fierce grace!) and the importance of having close business buddies to share the load with as you grow.

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald, Sandy Connery & Jeni Barcelos

The Bhagavad Gita In Your Yoga Biz

The Bhagavad Gita In Your Yoga Biz

If you've known me for a while now you must have noticed that my favourite Yoga text is the Gita.
 
If it’s not your Yoga book bestie, here is a quick overview:
 
Length: 18 chapters
Setting:  Kurukshetra War battlefield
Characters: Arjuna and Krishna
Published: 500 – 200 BCE
Primary teachings: essentially everything!
 
Seriously, this is your go-to for teachings on the Gunas, the Charkas, duty and Dharma, courage under fire… I could go on…

And I’m going to!
 
Yup, join me in an hour for the Abundant Yoga Teacher Podcast where I’m sharing some of my favourite teachings from the Gita to ease any conflict (get it, conflict? Like, Kurukshetra War gag?!) between having an abundant Yoga business AND being a spiritual warrior!

The Bhagavad Gita In Your Yoga Biz
Amy McDonald

PS: If you like the idea of growing your Yoga biz while you learn more about Yoga, take a look at GYYB, which is now enrolling.
 
Here is the link: http://www.amymcdonald.com.au/growingyouryogabiz/
 
Over our 6-month journey through GYYB I’ll be sharing more Yoga philosophy, story and know-how as well as everything you need to take your Yoga teaching from hobby to abundant business.

Cool right?

And through until THIS SUNDAY night there is an additional $3200 of bonuses for early birds, including my best home study programs AND 4 private coaching sessions with me.

So you get all the biz Bhava of GYYB AND some biz alone time with ME!

Bollo!

Here is the link again: http://www.amymcdonald.com.au/growingyouryogabiz/

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Rudy Mettia

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Rudy Mettia

Rudy’s passion is evident when we sit down and chat about standing out and using competition to fuel your own desire for improvement, developing Yoga products as a way of growing your business and Social Media and it’s importance in being a Yoga professional.

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Rudy Mettia

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Dianne Bondy

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Dianne Bondy

Dianne and I have an absolute ball together, so get set for an interview full of laughs, with stellar advice on keeping it really cool, choosing what you have a passion for and starting with what you’ve got.

There is also a behind the scenes version of her amazing video!

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Dianne Bondy

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Kimberly Parsons

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Kimberly Parsons

Kimberly has such a fantastic holistic view of Yoga and wellness.

We chat about how the first ever class of Yoga lead to a chain of Yoga studio cafes across London, the importance of partnering with the right people for retreats and events, saying 'No' as an empowered business move, and creating a business based on your passions AND the way you truly desire to do life!

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Kimberly Parsons

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Philip Goldberg

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Philip Goldberg

While not a Yoga teacher himself, Phil has a ton of amazing advice to pass on to Yoga teachers.

We discuss the business of Yoga over time: from Yogananda onwards and how the first Gurus to the West were supported financially and had to become 'business men' despite their affinity for it.

Phil shares some highs and lows about  being a published Yoga author.

We also discuss the importance of respect and integrity with the tradition of Yoga as Yoga businesses continue to grow and develop, teaching online and podcasting about Yoga, and the importance of Yoga teachers being successful as a way to continue to share the teachings of Yoga and support a broader spiritual awakening.

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Philip Goldberg

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Tymi Howard

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Tymi Howard

Tymi and I sit down to chat about why Yoga teachers deserve abundance, too!

We also discuss the importance of staying healthy and well on the international teaching circuit, and how to produce gorgeous photos and use them to build a cult Instagram following.

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Tymi Howard

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Lorin Roche

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Lorin Roche

Lorin and I sit down for a big juicy conversation that covers so many crucil topics.

We delve into meditation and it's benefits, the importance of listening to your intuition and choosing actions that your inner rebel whispers to you, how to stay inspired in your topic after years of research and teaching, learning from everyone, not just your 'teachers', and the dangers of following Yoga trends.

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Lorin Roche

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Annier Carpenter

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Annier Carpenter

Known as a “teachers’ teacher,” Annie is the creator of SmartFLOW Yoga, an intelligent marriage of mindful movement with compassionate, wakeful alignment.

Based in northern California, Annie creates practices that are at once advanced and challenging, yet safe and playful.

Annie began practicing Yoga in the 70s. Her practice helped her through an amazing period where she danced and taught at the Martha Graham Center in NYC.

An influential Teacher Trainer since 2003, Annie leads 200/500 trainings and workshops globally, and at YogaGlo.com

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Annier Carpenter

Yoga Biz QnA Live with Amy

Yoga Biz QnA Live with Amy

If you're looking for some Abundant Yoga Business inspiration this week... you GOT IT!

Enjoy this podcast where I'm answering all of your Yoga biz questions!

I'll also share info about my Abundant Yoga Teacher Immersions in Europe and the UK this June!

Enjoy!


Oh, and Save your place for Berlin and Glasgow here.

Yoga Biz QnA Live
Amy McDonald

I hope these resources help you in your Yoga biz. 

Remember: more Yoga = better planet!

PS: Growing Your Yoga Biz - a 6-month comprehensive Yoga business training - is now open for registrations with some VERY fine early bird bonuses!

Here is the link to learn more about it.

As well as 8 modules of video trainings, live coaching and workbooks, covering everything from branding to boundaries, when you register BEFORE May 14 you'll also receive:

4 private 1:1 business coaching calls with me through the program to craft the teachings to your specific situation and get tailored support and guidance.

Receive personalised feedback on your website, marketing and class offerings!

(Valued at $2200)

My 4 best home study programs:

  • Writing from the Heart for your Yoga Biz

  • Create Your Perfect Yoga Website

  • How to Offer, Fill & Run amazing Retreats

  • Powerful & Prosperous Private Classes

(Valued at $1000)

And (this is crazy cool!) if you are one of the next TWO people to register, you'll also receive a complimentary place on the Abundant Yoga Teacher Retreat is Thailand this September.

WHAT?

Here is the link to learn more: http://www.amymcdonald.com.au/growingyouryogabiz

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Kara-Leah Grant

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Kara-Leah Grant

Kara-Leah has some really savvy insider tips for running great retreats that I’m sure you’re all going to love.

We also touch on how you need to let your Yoga business be you Sadhana and the importance of mentorship, honesty and openness when it serves your audience. 

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Kara-Leah Grant

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Rod Stryker

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Rod Stryker

It is an absolute privilege to speak with Rod on the importance of personal practice, how ongoing growth, and changing what you offer over time, needs to match your passions.

He has so many interesting insights on reclaiming passion and desire as a Yoga business owner and discovering Yoga Nidra anew.

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Rod Stryker

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Mims Driscoll

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Mims Driscoll

Mims and I sit down together to discuss going for what you believe in (even when the stakes are high), trusting your instinct in business and in life.

We touch on letting your heart guide your business decisions and how you can use story and play as a way to heal and reunite.

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Mims Driscoll

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Annie Carpenter

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Annie Carpenter

Known as a “teachers’ teacher,” Annie is the creator of SmartFLOW Yoga, an intelligent marriage of mindful movement with compassionate, wakeful alignment.

Based in northern California, Annie creates practices that are at once advanced and challenging, yet safe and playful.

Annie began practicing Yoga in the 70s. Her practiced helped her through an amazing period where she danced and taught at the Martha Graham Center in NYC.

An influential Teacher Trainer since 2003, Annie leads 200/500 trainings and workshops globally and at YogaGlo.com.

The Business Of Yoga With Amy McDonald & Annie Carpenter

Devoted to Exile: Vyaghrapada and finding happiness in the forest

Devoted to Exile: Vyaghrapada and finding happiness in the forest

Finding true, lasting happiness even when times are tough and serving feels difficult is a form of Yoga in itself, as we learn from Vyaghrapada’s unlikely gift from Siva.

Take legs up the wall pose and consider where an unlikely 'gift' in your life may make you even better!

Vyaghrapada and Life in the Forest
Amy McDonald

Getting Freaky in the Forest: Siva and Vishnu...

Getting Freaky in the Forest: Siva and Vishnu...

What desire, infatuation and being unconventional have to teach us about service and commitment, and Siva and Vishnu’s naughty nights in the forest …

Note: there are lingas and yogis in this story... NOT a family-friendly tale...

Take Supta Badha Konasana and enjoy!

Siva, Vishnu and Getting Freaky in the Forest
Amy McDonald

Authenticity and Being A Yoga Misfit with Danni Pomplun

Authenticity and Being A Yoga Misfit with Danni Pomplun

Do you ever start a sentence with 'One day I'd like to...'

Or what about 'In my dreams I would...'

Or perhaps 'Well, of course they can do it, they have...'

On this week's Abundant Yoga Teacher podcast I'll introduce you to a Yoga teacher who had big dreams and even bigger setbacks...

... If you've ever thought you didn't have what it took to share Yoga in a big and meaningful way you are going to LOVE what my surprise 'Yogalebrity' guest has to share!

Authenticity and Being a Yoga Misfit with Danni Pomplun
Amy McDonald

 

 

PS: Growing Your Yoga Business registrations are now open... with some very cool bonuses.

 

Here is a hint:
 

Yudhishtara Saves the Day on Forest Exile: Trusting the Universe has your Back

Yudhishtara Saves the Day on Forest Exile: Trusting the Universe has your Back

In today's story we are talking about that time in forest exile when not only are you TOTALLY out of options, you've got the people you love counting on you to figure it out.

Maintaining faith and asking for support when the burden feels too great is exactly where Yudhishtara is at in this Yoga Life Lesson. 

Take your favourite seated shape, Anjali Mudra and call in your divine guidance!

Yudhishtara and the Vessel of Plenty
Amy McDonald

Bhima's Forest Exile Lesson: Hanuman and humility

Bhima's Forest Exile Lesson: Hanuman and humility

Sometimes the things that seem meaningless to us can make a world of difference to others.

Sometimes, especially when we are committed to accomplishing something, can can lose sight of the importance of others.

In this story we jump into the Mahabharata, Yoga's 'Dynasty' and meet Bhima, brother number 2 of the 'Pandava boys', during his time of exile in the forest.

... you never know who you might meet in the jungle ;)

Take Balasana and enjoy!

ALSO if you want to hear more stories from me, as well as learn how to blend story telling into your classes, workshops and retreats, take a look at my brand new course, Yoga and Story, here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/story

Bhima, Amanitvam and remembering gratitude in times of adversity
Amy McDonald