Why It's Time to Amplify Your Personal Brand

If you run your own solo Yoga business, chances are you have a personal brand. But are you making the most of it? In this Episode the why, how and need-to-know of having a magnetic, authentic personal brand!

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Learn more about the Keep Growing Mastermind at www.amymcdonald.com.au/keepgrowing

AYT Monthly QnA!

This Episode I’m joined by some of my Patreon Abundant Supporters and Contributors who are asking their questions, including how to get more 1:1 clients, and how to get yourself motivated when you’re just starting out.

If you want to join the next podcast recording, consider becoming a Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

Also this week two important deadlines happening SUNDAY:

1. Yoga and Story registrations close. Sign up here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/story

2. My birthday sale ends. Use code Birthday150off and sign up here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/intensives

Victories, Vultures and Va-Va-Voom!

Welcome to Season 8 of the Abundant Yoga Teacher Podcast! We are commencing with one of my favourite parts of Yoga: mythology and story telling. Today I’m sharing just a little bit of the teachings of my Yoga and Story course from earlier in the year.

If you LOVE this, make sure you’re signed up for the brand new season starting in just 2 weeks! Here’s the link to save your place: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/story

All new stories and lots more fun!

And to support me and this Podcast, consider becoming a Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

BONUS: Patreon Sample Thought-Terminating Cliches

In this Episode i’ll share a little of the recent Patreon-only bonus episode about loaded language, what a thought-terminating cliche is, how Yoga is full of them, why it's important we are aware of them and what to do when we spot one.

The book I reference, along with the definition, is Thought Reform and the Psychology of Totalism, Chapter 16, The Older Generation: Robert Chao (1961)

To access the full episode on Patreon, visit here: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

Sign up for Yoga and Story, my brand new 6-part applied mythology course (yes, it’s all new content!) here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/story

Collect yourself a 90-minute intensive (that can be used as 2 x 45 min sessions) here using code Birthday150off : https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/intensives

BONUS: Patreon Sample International Yoga Day Yes or No?

Are you a celebrator of International Yoga Day? How much do you know about it? In this Ep I'm talking about some of the reasons its no longer an event I support.

Listen to the full episode over on Patreon by signing up as a $5 per month supporter: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

Link for the article I mentioned in the Ep: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2019/6/21/how-yoga-diplomacy-helps-india-assert-its-rising-global-influence

The Masked Sannyasin... A Goofy Season 7 Finale!

Hey Everyone, In this Episode - the very final one for the Season - I’m recording masked, in my car, queued for a Covid test. Let’s just say things took a turn last week and I got to be a flexible Yogini!

As I leave you for a brief Kumbhaka to prepare for a seriously awesome Season 8, a couple of things:

1. Please consider supporting me on Patreon (and access super cool bonuses) here: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

2. DM me if you’re interested in being a sponsor for Season 8 of this podcast.

3. DM me if you’d like more info about my 10-hour module add-on for the Business Essentials for Yoga, great for YTTs or Mentorship programs.

Thanks SO much for being an awesome listener to this pod. I know there are ooodles to choose from and the fact that you’re sharing time with me is wonderful. Until soon!

How to Encourage and Incentivise Your Students to Spread the Word

Having your students spread the word about how great they find your classes, workshops and events is one of the BEST things to grow your business. So how do you encourage that to happen? In this Episode I’ve got 7 tips for you to try.

Also this week I was joined LIVE by my Abundant Contributor and Abundant Supporter Patreon subscribers. SO FUN to have some friendly faces along for the recording. Learn more and support this podcast here: www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

Clear, Prosperous and Easeful Guest Workshops

Thanks to @justinethompsonyoga for suggesting this week’s topic! We are talking all things negotiations and asking for what you need when it comes to new partnerships. Pitfalls to look out for, how to reserve your own inner critic’s views on your proposals and… well, there is a dating story that involves Brazilian waxing.

Also this week a thank you to my new Patreons! We are going to have the podcast recording ep AND our group coaching call next week! I hope you can all make it. To learn more about supporting this podcast and becoming a Patreon subscriber, click here: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

How to Take Your Idea to the World!

This week i’m joined by the inspiring and super friendly Jen Paynter, Creatrix of the Feelix Yoga Strap. Melbourne-based Yogini and ethical business owner, Jen has spent hundreds of hours bringing her dream into reality in a way that I’m sure you’ll find inspiring. Follow Jen on socials at @feelix_yoga_strap and support her campaign (and collect yourself one of her gorgeous straps) at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/feelixyogastrap/feelix-yoga-strap-carry-your-mat-wherever-yoga-takes-you

Also this week a MASSIVE thank you to my first two EVER Patreon Subscribers! Thanks to Christine and Bridget for supporting me to make this podcast. Your extra bonus goodies for the month will be coming out soon!

If you’d also like to support this podcast - and collect bonus episodes and coaching with me - check out my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

How to Tell Your Students You're Raising Your Rates

You know it’s time. In fact, it’s beyond time. And (this is weird, but apparently it happens…) you’ve got my voice in your head telling you to do it. And you’ve still not actually told everyone that the prices are going up!

What to do?

Do this!

Also, consider supporting this podcast at https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

4 Missed Marketing Steps When Preparing for Events

Too often folks forget these four important things when launching and filling events:

1. Schedule your events with marketing in mind

2. Build up your audience before you start selling

3. Plan your budget

4. Set a sales target!

Thanks to @Vanessaflow_yoga for suggesting this week’s podcast!

Also, if you haven’t yet get yourself registered for ‘Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers’! Things close this weekend. Here’s the link: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

4 Reasons Why You're Not Everyone's Cup of Chai

This weekend I had some interesting feedback, both in person and online. Combined with some coaching conversations I’ve had today it’s reminded me of the importance of NOT trying to be everything to everyone. I’ll explain the three reasons and one great opportunity why.

Also, get registered for Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

Support this podcast and get access to bonus episodes and business coaching on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

What I (Finally) Discovered About Myself This Weekend

Over the weekend I caught myself in a pattern I thought I’d dropped. In this episode I’m looking at how I’m choosing to manage energy and power both as the teacher and the student moving forward.

I’m referring to Matthew Remski’s article here.

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

For the month of May receive $150 off 90-minute intensives here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/intensives Use code May150off

Support me and this podcast over on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonald

The Only Way to Get More Confident

Are you putting off a project or the pursuit of a goal until the confidence miraculously appears? I’ve got news for you, Gorgeous! In this episode the 6 questions to ask yourself to stop delaying and get doing!

Also this week a reminder that registrations are open for my Keep Growing Mastermind here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/keepgrowing

Applications are also open for Sarah B’s yoga teaching mentorship program here: https://www.sarahbyoga.net/mentorship

And the new round of Social Media Confidence for Yoga Teachers is now available for enrolments here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/social

Friendship, Motherhood and Opening a Studio in a Global Pandemic

OK, it's time to put the kettle on, make a tea and snuggle in for a great conversation on the Abundant Yoga Teacher Podcast.⁠

This week I'm speaking with Kylie & Emily of @brightyogaspace about their journey as two country town Yoga teachers, mothers, Yoginis and partners to creating a thriving in-person and online Yoga business, all the while celebrating and protecting their friendship. An exciting conversation for sure. Setbacks, sidesteps and shitty pants included!⁠

Check out @brightyogaspace 'The Sanctuary' online offerings here: https://www.brightyogaspace.com/the-sanctuary ⁠

And if you're interested in joining Kylie, Emily and me in my 'Keep Growing Mastermind' please complete your application at www.amymcdonald.com.au/keepgrowing this week.

Service Leakage and How to Fix It

Thanks to one of my fab 1:1 clients for bringing this topic to our attention! Service Leakage happens when we offer additional services without charging, stay longer after class, include value-added options without adjusting the rates… In this episode I’m working through why it’s really important to STOP service leakage, and how to go about it.

Also a reminder that there are 8 places remaining in Growing Your Yoga Biz 2021 and all registrations CLOSE this SUNDAY. So get yourself signed up here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

What to Do When You Want to Call In Sick

You know what it’s like… you wake up in the morning and just can’t be fcked. But as self-employed Yoga business owners we can’t just call our boss and ‘fake a sickie’. So what to do? Well, as a generally lazy person (at least when it comes to business admin!) I’ve got three tips for you that I think might help next time you’re feeling ‘meh’.

Also today I’m announcing 4 places available in my Keep Growing Mastermind, commencing May. The KGM is a six-month group coaching program to stay connected, committed and continuing to generate prosperity and joy in your Yoga business. Learn more - and submit your application - here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/keepgrowing

From $1 Eye Pillows to Being Headhunted by Yoga International: One Yogini's Journey

I’m taking you behind the curtain a little this week with a conversation with one of my loveliest friends, Sarah Barguirdjian. Sarah and I have been Yoga-ing together for years and have shared mat space in Indonesia, Singapore, the USA and the UK. I invited Sarah to speak with me about her Yoga journey, from when we were both completing our 300 YTT together through to her role now as global Yoga teaching mentor.

Follow Sarah on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sarahbyoga/ or subscribe to her free online classes on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK7chPkB7VUEkdcarWdN--g

Check out Yoga for Parents of Children with Special Needs, an online Yoga course to nourish and support the carer, here: https://yogainternational.com/ecourse/yoga-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs

Learn more about Sarah’s mentorship program, “Inspire your Passion” A 6 month mentorship program for Yoga Teachers, starting May 31st here: https://www.sarahbyoga.net/mentorship

And if you’d also like my support to grow your Yoga biz, sign up for GYYB here: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

Structure as the Solution to Fear in Your Biz

Sometimes (many times?) the decisions we make in business are driven by fear. What’s the solution? We’re drawing inspiration from the Goddess Ganga today to find out. Enjoy!

Also today a reminder that time is ticking to get yourself registered for GYYB and collect the final round of amazing bonuses. Here is the link to learn more: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

And a reminder for all GYYB Graduates who would like to access the program again for a top-up to DM me for a 50% of coupon code.

On Embracing My Body No Matter What

Today we’re calling in the crone energy of Dhumavati, the goddess of darkness, ignorance and learning from the mistakes and missteps of life. She reminds us how to make our mess our message and to embrace walking the path less trodden!

Also today a reminder that time is ticking to get yourself registered for GYYB and collect the final round of amazing bonuses. Here is the link to learn more: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/gyyb

And a reminder for all GYYB Graduates who would like to access the program again for a top-up to DM me for a 50% of coupon code.