Bringing Ayurveda into Your Yoga Business

Bringing Ayurveda into Your Yoga Business

It’s the LAST WEEK to access my 1:1 Business Coaching Flash Sale for 2020! Make sure you’ve collected yourself some support at 25% off! Here’s the ink: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/flashsale

Also this week a very special guest! Dr. Marc Halpern, D.C., AyD. (Ayurvedacharya) has played an important role in the development of Ayurvedic medicine in the West. He is considered to be a preeminent practitioner and teacher of Ayurveda in the United States and continues to develop the programs at the California College of Ayurveda. Dr. Halpern is the author of the popular book, Healing Your Life: Lessons on the Path of Ayurveda and the audio recording, Yoga Nidra and Self Healing. Learn more about Dr Halpern at https://www.ayurvedacollege.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/ayurvedacollege/ Join his Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/369930257142203


6 Steps to Get the Most Out of Any Online Training

6 Steps to Get the Most Out of Any Online Training

If you’re anything like me, you’ve invested heavily in online training over 2020 (#LockdownLearning). But how are you going on the implementation? If you need some pointers to make sure you actually implement your new training programs, you’re in luck! Here are the 6 steps that have really made the difference for me!

Also today, I’m launching my 2020 FLASH SALE! For the entire month of November I’m offering 25% off my 1:1 Yoga business coaching. So whether you fancy a 90-minute intensive or a full 6-month journey, head to this page for all of the details: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/flashsale

How to Make a Simple Flash Sale

How to Make a Simple Flash Sale

November has become known for the month of great sales and exciting opportunities. So why not create a simple flash sale and offer your community a spicy something? In this training I’ll share the three types of sales you can create and then the simple steps to fill up the places you’ve got on offer. Importantly, this is a playful, fun and fast project: don’t over think it!

And if you’re curious about the flash sale I’ll be offering, or if you already know this is for you (!!), this month I’m offering 25% of my 1:1 coaching, both the 6-month ‘Grow Serve and Shine’ program and the 90-minute ‘Make Your Yoga Biz Make Money’ intensive. Use code November25 for the pay in full or November25pp for the payment plan option.

Why You Are Immune to Imposter Syndrome (and what is ACTUALLY going on)

Why You Are Immune to Imposter Syndrome (and what is ACTUALLY going on)

Yoga Teachers often share with me that they feel like an imposter, and that their growth is constrained because they are worried they'll be 'found out'. In this episode I'm explaining why its simply not possible for any of us to have this syndrome, what is actually going on, and how we can grow past it.

Also, a final reminder to sign up for 'Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers' here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

Its the LAST CHANCE for 2020, so go get in!

My 'Yoga for Your Team' Idea + Challenge

My 'Yoga for Your Team' Idea + Challenge

Last night I had a brainwave for you. In this Episode I’m explaining exactly what it is and how to put it together, as well as how I’m here for the idea and you ALL WEEK with daily lives on Insta @AmyYogaBizCoach. So listen in, commit to the challenge with me and use the hashtag #YogaForYourTeamIdea to win some goodies!

Also, get yourself registered for ‘Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers’ (including new payment plan option) here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

Killing the Kauravas Within

Killing the Kauravas Within

In this episode we’re taking a look back on the family history that brought us to the moment of Arjuna slumped down in his chariot, confessing that he ‘Will not fight’: the beginning of the Bhagavad Gita. Arjuna’s cousins - the Kauravas - are a symbol of finite thinking. Of playing a zero sum game. Of hoarding. Of ‘Us OR them’. While most of the time we take a stand for abundance, sometimes this ‘zero-sum-game’ thinking can sneak in and sabotage us in life and biz.

And a VERY last chance to sign up for Yoga and Story if you’re not in yet: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/story

Yoga, Representation and Ashtavakra

Yoga, Representation and Ashtavakra

In this storytelling episode I’m sharing a few of the mini tales of Ashtavakra, the namesake of the arm balance Ashtavakrasana. There is SO much in this story that we can apply to our classes, businesses and approach to life. I’m reading a short passage from Devdutt Pattanaik’s book ‘Sita: An Illustrated Retelling of the Ramayana’ (Penguin Books India, 2013).

Also, make sure you’re all signed up for ‘Yoga and Story’, my VERY exciting new course all about storytelling, mythology, philosophy, conversation and Yoga geek-down. Here’s the link: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/story

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Kumbhakarna and the Importance of Asking for What You Really Want

Kumbhakarna and the Importance of Asking for What You Really Want

In this special bonus episode we’re going back into the Ramayana but this time to learn from one of Ravana’s brothers, Kumbhakarna. If you ever teach breath retention, you’ve probably heard of this guy. But you might not know WHY we name this pranayama after him!

And if you want more Yoga Story good times, including how to weave mythology into your offerings, business and life sign up for my brand new course, Yoga and Story, here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/story

Dasamukha and How It Can Trip Us Up

Dasamukha and How It Can Trip Us Up

In this week’s episode I’m exploring how having ten heads could cause some setbacks (especially if you like diamond earrings… Or the first kiss… which face to choose? Perilous! Or food intake… does every head eat lunch?) And specifically, how getting too ‘heady’ can keep us stuck or addicted to external validation. Fun!

Also, the very first sneaky peek at my new course, ‘Yoga and Story’ which you can check out here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/story


Info about coaching and masterminding here:

www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching

www.amymcdonald.com.au/mastermind

Shuddha, Ashuddha and Accessing Your 'Good' Desires

Shuddha, Ashuddha and Accessing Your 'Good' Desires

It’s the time of year to re-engage. Lean in. Decide that 2020 can be amazing and you have what it takes to turn it around. How?

We need to clear the pathway to take action. For Yogis, this means clearing the mind of impurity (Ashuddha). How? Well, some texts would tell us that desire is the cause of mental impurity… but is it? How can we ever feel compelled to take action without desire? Which desires are pure, and which ones are impure? How do we know and what do we do about it?

In this Episode we’re playing with these ideas.

Also, I have 1 place in my Mastermind and 2 places in my 1:1 coaching. Check out all of the info here:

https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/keepgrowing

https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/coaching

Lastly, the references for this Episode are:

His Divine Grace A.C Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (1972) ‘Bhagavad Gita As It Is’, The Bhaktivedanta Book Trust, Los Angeles

Gurumayi Chidvilasananda (1996) ‘The Yoga of Discipline’, Syda Foundation, South Fallsburg, New York


Comparisonitis As Your Guru (Bom bom!)

Comparisonitis As Your Guru (Bom bom!)

What is it about bum jokes that are always funny? Yah, maybe it’s just my childlike attitude to life... 🤭🤭🤭 Anyhoo... in addition to some immature gags, this week on the Abundant Yoga Teacher Podcast I’ve got a four part process to divert any ‘compare and despair’ into gleeful-hand-rubbing-let-me-at-it-ness!! So if you’ve been sent into a funk from watching too many reels from your yoga biz nemesis... your going to love this one! 

Also, please do yourself a favour and get signed up for Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers… NOW! (xox) Here is the link: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

When You See A Spark You Must Fan It!

When You See A Spark You Must Fan It!

Over the weekend I’ve been inspired by Prince (well, duh!) and Srila Prabhupada (not so obvious, perhaps) to talk about the importance of stepping into greatness. Of choosing to step from the shadows into the light in order to do more of what we are naturally gifted at. Check out the video and DM me on insta!

Also, free Instagram Reels training happening here: https://amymcdonald.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=24c7ee3296b23b02ef0af1f68&id=5391309495

And Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers happening here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

Sparking Change!

Sparking Change!

Jennie Lee is the award-winning author of three books: SPARK CHANGE: 108 Provocative Questions for Spiritual Evolution; TRUE YOGA: Practicing with the Yoga Sutras for Happiness & Spiritual Fulfillment; and BREATHING LOVE: Meditation in Action. She is a recognized expert in the fields of yoga therapy and spiritual living and a certified yoga therapist, who has taught classical yoga and meditation for over 20 years. 

Join me and the warm and wise Jennie Lee as we talk about her new book, Spark Change! Access the bonus guides for the book here: https://jennieleeyogatherapy.com/spark-change-bonus-guides/

And for the final place in GYYB (starting Wednesday 19th Aug, AEST) click here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

What Is a Lead Magnet and Do I Need One?

What Is a Lead Magnet and Do I Need One?

It struck me last week that building your mailing list isn’t always a great use of time. Depending on the format and emphasis of service delivery in your Yoga biz, a lead magnet might not be as important as you think. But if it IS, how do you make a good lead magnet?

Also, a reminder that Growing Your Yoga Biz registrations close FRIDAY. If you would like to join the final QnA session, DM me on Instagram for the link. And if you have particular questions, reach out. I’d love to hear from you. FRIDAY is the final day to sign up (or earlier if the places sell out.)

Here is the link: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

Is this the Supreme Duty in Your Yoga Business?

Is this the Supreme Duty in Your Yoga Business?

Are you being unknowingly violent with yourself in business? How can you tell and what to do if you are?

Also this week a big congrats to Sarah B for her classes now available on Yoga International! Sign up and take classes with her and oodles of other amazing teachers here: https://yogainternational.oae6r3.net/c/2403362/738126/10875

And lastly, there are 7 places left in Season 7 of GYYB. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

Stop Leaping and Start Bridge Building

Stop Leaping and Start Bridge Building

I've heard from SO MANY Yoga teachers who feel exhausted from pulling off one feat and then another. If you're looking for more continuity, reliability and certainty in business, it might be time to start building your bridge... with fish-floating stones.

If you want to join the live trainings all week (and go in the draw to win some cool prizes) sign up here: https://amymcdonald.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=24c7ee3296b23b02ef0af1f68&id=2e9826466a

And remember that the bonus 1:1 coaching bonus that comes with 'Growing Your Yoga Biz' finishes THIS FRIDAY. Find out more here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb