Actually® Making a Difference with Sara Price – Details, episodes & analysis

This week, we’re tackling the part of business that everyone seems to love to hate…sales. 

For those of you who really don't love sales, but still want to grow your businesses, this is the bad news: there is simply no version of growing your business that won't involve sales. But the good news is that it is entirely possible to do this well.  

What is covered: 

-The key element of selling without the ‘ick’

-Where do your beliefs about sales come from?

-3 powerful reframes for your beliefs about sales 

When it comes to sales, I would go so far as to say that as a business owner, it's not just a choice, it is your responsibility to sell, so that your business survives, and you can actually make a difference in the lives of people whom you serve. 

And if you’d like to get your hands on our new guide to creating an effective, ethical and empowering sales page, head over to the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group and look for the relevant post. You’ll find it in the featured section or by searching for ‘sales page.’

Resources:   

-Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually 

-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/ 

-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world 

-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/

-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/

This week, we're talking about how to drive engagement on social media…probably one of the most common questions I get asked each week by my community and my clients!

What Is Covered:

-Valuable lessons from Actually's Birthday Bonanza

-How to drive engagement on social media

-Why avoiding one-sided conversations on social is crucial

-The value you can share that almost everyone ignores

-How to balance engagement with the promotion of your services

Driving engagement might seem like an indecipherable hieroglyph, yet it is pretty simple: it's about having conversations. And remember that genuine curiosity is one of the most powerful tools to make a difference.

Resources:

-Marketing Superpowers Quiz: You Have Marketing Superpowers!

-Marketing Superpowers Insights Workshop: MARKETING SUPERPOWERS® INSIGHTS WORKSHOPS

-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/ 

-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world 

-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/

-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/

Today we continue our series of episodes on self-care for entrepreneurs. So far we're looked at the importance of setting boundaries, we've explored the difference between needs and desires and I've encouraged you to get very clear about your needs and to commit to meeting them. 

Today we tackle the biggest objection of all when it comes to prioritising self-care: I simply don't have the time.

What Is Covered:

-How to prioritise time for personal needs amidst a busy schedule

-How to identify opportunities for self-care

-Why you should batch tasks based on the energy required to perform them

-How to balance social media use without compromising self-care time

-Why scheduling time for self-care is essential

Busy entrepreneurs rarely find time for self-care, yet it is essential since it affects their well-being, effectiveness and productivity. The more structured and organised your schedule is, the easier it'll be to find a free slot you can fill with time for personal needs. If you are still reluctant to include self-care in your schedule, consider it an investment in your ability to actually make a difference. 

The Anniversary Competition

The Prize: Become an Actually VIP for a year. The Actually VIP package - worth over £2000 - includes:

-Two Power Hours with Sara Price, Founder of Actually

-Lunch with Sara at her club in London

-An interview slot on the Actually Making a Difference podcast – once we start offering interview places in 2024

-A ticket to Actually's 5th Birthday party in March 2024

-A ticket to every Actually Notorious Networking event during the year

-And…one year of community level membership of Actually JFDI – more than a membership, a community of like-minded purpose-led entrepreneurs

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To enter: Here's what you need to do…

-Share the podcast with your friends on any social media platform using the #actuallymakingadifference and tagging Actually and/or me (see show notes for our social profiles)

-Review the podcast on your chosen podcast platform (we are on Apple, Spotify, Google and Amazon)

-Take a photo or screenshot of your review and post it in the Actually Making a Difference Facebook group with the #podcastcompetition

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The deadline: midnight on 31 July 2023

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Terms & Conditions:

-Only those who complete all 3 tasks exactly as stipulated by midnight on 31 July 2023 are eligible to enter the competition.

-You may take part in the competition even if you have previously reviewed the podcast - but your entry to the Anniversary competition requires to post a NEW review.

-Only one competition entry per person.

-The prize in non-transferable and no cash equivalent or alternative prize will be offered.

-The Actually VIP Package will last for one year from 1st September 2023 to 31 August 2024.

-The individual components of the package as outlined here are indicative and the actual package may be refined, adapted or altered.

-The prize winner will be selected at random from all complete entries.

-By taking part in this competition you give Actually the right to use your comments or review of the podcast in future marketing and promotion.

Resources:



-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually 

-Actually Foundations https://actually.world/foundations/ 

-Find out more about Actually®

Back to our mini-series on self-care for entrepreneurs, and today we're exploring a pretty fundamental issue. Self-care is all about taking care of and prioritising your needs - and not perpetually martyring yourself to the needs of everyone around you.

So surely, one of the very first questions to answer as you begin your self-care journey is: what are your needs?

What Is Covered:

-Why identifying and meeting your needs is crucial for self-care

-The difference between needs and desires

-The types of needs we have

-Why some needs require constant replenishment

-Why committing to prioritising your needs is essential

Some entrepreneurs "suffer" from answering others' needs while neglecting their own. Whether psychological, physiological, spiritual or relational, identifying your needs and committing to prioritising them is the foundation for sustainable well-being. Remember, taking care of yourself is not selfish - it's a necessary step toward actually making a difference. 

The Anniversary Competition

The Prize: Become an Actually VIP for a year. The Actually VIP package - worth over £2000 - includes:

-Two Power Hours with Sara Price, Founder of Actually

-Lunch with Sara at her club in London

-An interview slot on the Actually Making a Difference podcast – once we start offering interview places in 2024

-A ticket to Actually's 5th Birthday party in March 2024

-A ticket to every Actually Notorious Networking event during the year

-And…one year of community level membership of Actually JFDI – more than a membership, a community of like-minded purpose-led entrepreneurs

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To enter: Here's what you need to do…

-Share the podcast with your friends on any social media platform using the #actuallymakingadifference and tagging Actually and/or me (see show notes for our social profiles)

-Review the podcast on your chosen podcast platform (we are on Apple, Spotify, Google and Amazon)

-Take a photo or screenshot of your review and post it in the Actually Making a Difference Facebook group with the #podcastcompetition

‌

The deadline: midnight on 31 July 2023

‌

Terms & Conditions:

-Only those who complete all 3 tasks exactly as stipulated by midnight on 31 July 2023 are eligible to enter the competition.

-You may take part in the competition even if you have previously reviewed the podcast - but your entry to the Anniversary competition requires to post a NEW review.

-Only one competition entry per person.

-The prize in non-transferable and no cash equivalent or alternative prize will be offered.

-The Actually VIP Package will last for one year from 1st September 2023 to 31 August 2024.

-The individual components of the package as outlined here are indicative and the actual package may be refined, adapted or altered.

-The prize winner will be selected at random from all complete entries.

-By taking part in this competition you give Actually the right to use your comments or review of the podcast in future marketing and promotion.

Resources:



-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually 

-Actually Foundations https://actually.world/foundations/ 

-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/ 

-Episode 10: Self-Care for Entrepreneurs

We're taking a quick break from our series on self-care to celebrate the ONE-YEAR anniversary of the Actually Making a Difference podcast: sharing the lessons we have learnt in the past 12 months and offering you a chance to WIN BIG in our Anniversary competition.

What Is Covered:

-Lessons learned the easy and the hard way from one year of podcasting

-Why you can't launch a podcast without planning, commitment, and a support team

-How to participate in the Actually Making a Difference Podcast Anniversary competition

-Why you need to build a community before launching your podcast

Podcasting is not only about sharing content. It is a strategic decision that requires tons of effort and meticulous planning. Although the last 12 months have been particularly creative in creating new challenges, knowing that this small podcast helped and supported purpose-driven entrepreneurs who want to make a difference made it worthwhile. 

The Anniversary Competition

The Prize: Become an Actually VIP for a year. The Actually VIP package - worth over £2000 - includes:

-Two Power Hours with Sara Price, Founder of Actually

-Lunch with Sara at her club in London

-An interview slot on the Actually Making a Difference podcast – once we start offering interview places in 2024

-A ticket to Actually’s 5th Birthday party in March 2024

-A ticket to every Actually Notorious Networking event during the year

-And…one year of community level membership of Actually JFDI – more than a membership, a community of like-minded purpose-led entrepreneurs

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To enter: Here’s what you need to do…

-Share the podcast with your friends on any social media platform using the #actuallymakingadifference and tagging Actually and/or me (see show notes for our social profiles)

-Review the podcast on your chosen podcast platform (we are on Apple, Spotify, Google and Amazon)

-Take a photo or screenshot of your review and post it in the Actually Making a Difference Facebook group with the #podcastcompetition

‌

The deadline: midnight on 31 July 2023

‌

Terms & Conditions:

-Only those who complete all 3 tasks exactly as stipulated by midnight on 31 July 2023 are eligible to enter the competition.

-You may take part in the competition even if you have previously reviewed the podcast - but your entry to the Anniversary competition requires to post a NEW review.

-Only one competition entry per person.

-The prize in non-transferable and no cash equivalent or alternative prize will be offered.

-The Actually VIP Package will last for one year from 1st September 2023 to 31 August 2024.

-The individual components of the package as outlined here are indicative and the actual package may be refined, adapted or altered.

-The prize winner will be selected at random from all complete entries.

-By taking part in this competition you give Actually the right to use your comments or review of the podcast in future marketing and promotion.

Resources:

-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually 

-Actually Foundations https://actually.world/foundations/ 

-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/ 

-Episode 10: Self-Care for Entrepreneurs

This is the first in a series of episodes about self-care for entrepreneurs and impact business owners as we get ready for our month off in August!

What Is Covered:

-Why setting boundaries is the crucial part of self-care

-The types of boundaries

-Prioritising personal needs and how to avoid resentment toward your clients

-Tips for conveying and asserting boundaries effectively

-How to communicate boundaries in four steps

Setting and enforcing boundaries is crucial for personal growth and self-care. It'll allow you to prioritise your needs, avoid burnout, and maintain healthy client relationships. Remember that, if you want to actually make a difference, knowing and enforcing your boundaries is not selfish; it's necessary.

Resources:

-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually

-Actually Foundations https://actually.world/foundations/

-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/

-Episode 10: Self-Care for Entrepreneurs https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/010-self-care-for-entrepreneurs/id1633274286

-The Actually Guide to Self-Care for Entrepreneurs https://actually.world/self-care/

-One of many: Leadership and Empowerment Programs for Women https://oneofmany.co.uk/

-Facebook ​​https://www.facebook.com/actually.world 

-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/ 

-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/

In today's episode, I explain the meaning of the phrase I coined after recognising a pattern in my work life: the hourglass year. You'll also learn why you feel a dip in your energy and creativity in the middle of every year and the reasons behind this pattern.

What Is Covered:

-Why our years tend to feel like an hourglass

-What makes the middle of every year feel like an uphill battle through treacle

-How to boost your creativity by finding inspiration and breaking routines

-Three questions to ask yourself to make your "midpoint dip" less constrictive

Understanding and addressing the patterns of energy and creativity dips will expand your impact-making capabilities. Prioritising self-care, seeking inspiration from new sources, and ensuring the proper support is all you need to be more creative, focus on your zone of genius, and put yourself in a much better place to make the difference you are in this world to make.

Resources:

-Book: David Pearl - Wanderful: https://www.amazon.com/Wanderful/dp/1789650739/

-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually

-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/foundations/

-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/

-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world

-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/

-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/

This episode is about strategy…or…what I learned about strategy from a drunk guy in a bar.

What Is Covered:

-The difference between objectives, strategy, and tactics

-How to avoid mistaking tactics for objectives

-Why you need clarity on your destination to develop a strategy

-How analysing ideal clients and market opportunities will help you achieve objectives

-What's the next step after you establish your strategy

-Why a well-researched strategy is crucial for your business success

Businesses seeking to make a real impact must define a clear strategy. Aligning tactics with strategy makes navigating the journey toward your objectives effortless, and it's all you need to make a difference and create a lasting impact in the world. 

Resources:

-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually

-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/foundations/

-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/

-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world

-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/

-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/

Are your intentions for 2023 still on track?

In today's episode, I share five top tips you can use for a mid-year review and reset process on your intentions for 2023. You'll learn to figure out what to adapt, what you need to do more, what you need to stop doing, and who you need to become to achieve your goals this year. 

What Is Covered:

-How to set your intentions for the rest of the year properly

-How to use the probabilities of achieving something as a motivator

-What to do when motivation fails

-The importance of giving yourself grace when failing

-A soundtrack for success and how it can help you overcome adversity 

Revisiting, adjusting, and adapting our intentions from the beginning of 2023 is crucial to guarantee we achieve the personal growth, career development, or business goals we strive for. The feeling of getting ourselves back on track is a powerful motivator, and we can use it to recreate a roadmap for success, make the most of opportunities coming our way, and get everything we need to make a difference.

Resources:



-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually

-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/foundations/

-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/

-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world

-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/

-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/

In today's episode, I'm talking about change. Not the kind we seek to create in the world, but the one imposed on us; change that's undesirable and, at least to us, seems unnecessary. You'll hear my five top tips to cope with unwanted change that'll help you adapt and roll with it, and secure the best possible outcome instead of fighting it.

What Is Covered:

-Why adapting to change is always the best answer to it

-What is entrepreneurial loneliness and how to avoid suffering from it

-Why you should always avoid drains and stick to radiators

-How to use self-care as a coping mechanism

-The importance of being mindful of your response to change 

Don't let your mind start catastrophising the next time you experience an unexpected major upheaval. Instead, ask yourself: how might this change actually benefit me? Remind yourself that your response to the change is what actually makes a difference and determines your experience with it.

Resources:



-Join the Actually Making a Difference Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/makingadifferenceactually

-Actually Foundations: https://actually.world/foundations/

-Find out more about Actually® https://actually.world/

-Facebook https://www.facebook.com/actually.world

-Instagram https://www.instagram.com/actuallychangingtheworld/

-LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraactually/