The Heather Sager Show

149. What It Really Takes to Work Less and Earn More [Episode Takeover with James Wedmore]

16 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve been conditioned to believe that the more we work, the more we earn. And often we use "busy" as a badge of honor – we equate succe...

148. These 4 CEO Mindset Shifts Have Allowed Me to Grow My Online Business in a Way that Works for My Life

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I get a lot of non-speaking related questions from clients and audience members curious about how I structure my online business, how I leverage a tea...

147. Make Your Signature Story Magnetic [Recast Episode 42]

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you talk about yourself in a way that pulls your audience in without rambling a long life-back story?As an online business owner, you have to k...

146. 5 Ways to Save Time and Get More From Podcasts & Speaking Gigs

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Feel like you have too much on your plate to focus on visibility? I get it— pitching podcasts or finding stages that get your message in front of mo...

145. Perfect speeches suck. Here's what you actually want

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Would you believe me if I told you that if you showed up perfectly for your audience, you’d actually turn them off? Learn WHY and what to do instead...

144. 4 Personal Breakthroughs That Led to My Best Business Quarter

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this final episode of our 3 part series I'm sharing my personal habits for maintaining high energy and mental resilience so I can show up in m...

143. Unlock More Creativity, Productivity & Magnetism by Working WITH Your Cycle with Renae Fieck

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt super motivated to create a plan for your business, but a week later when it’s time to do the work you ghost on your scheduled li...

142. How to Wake Up Well Rested & Have More Energy to Show Up in Your Business with Tanessa Shears

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to business content, most entrepreneurs are focused on finding a strategy that will help them stand out and get results. But what if it ...

141. When can I start speaking on stages?

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve felt the pull to share your story in a bigger way from stages, the question is when is the right time to get serious about it?If you’re ...

140. From Service Provider to Six Figure Group Coaching Program - Speaking Success Story with Serena Shoup

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Even if you have no dreams of speaking on a stage— there are fundamental skills you must master as a business owner to effectively communicate with ...

139. How to Improve When You’re Already a Good Speaker with Krystal Proffitt

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I'm welcoming back to the show one my dear friends, Krystal Proffitt for a revealing discussion on how she has leveraged...

138. Is Your Message Being Ignored? Make This One Change to Stand Out and Resonate with Your Ideal Person

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I don’t have to tell you that getting your message noticed in this era of CONTENT OVERLOAD takes work.But did you know that you could actually be ca...

137. How to Boost Your Authority and Become the Go-To in Your Industry

19 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you position yourself as an industry authority, opportunities will come to YOU. You attract clients, get more recognition and get paid, very well...

136. The difference between good, great and exceptional speaking (and why you should care)

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you consider yourself a good presenter? Maybe you’ve worked hard at it— or maybe you were born with natural talent.Maybe you wouldn’t classif...

135. Designing Effective & Attractive Slides with Emily Hall

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are slides necessary in a presentation? Does virtual versus in person change that answer? And what do you do if you don’t have a great eye for desig...

134. The #1 Ingredient of ANY Successful Launch

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you sell online courses or coaching programs, you can outsource a lot of the tasks in your business– from your sales page to your emails, even ...

133. Get More Out of Your Podcast Interviews with Christina Lenkowski

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the best ways to connect with your ideal customers is by becoming a guest on podcasts. But the big question is how do you find shows and get th...

132. Make Video Your Superpower with Milan Kowalewski

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

SURPRISE! It’s a podcast TAKEOVER!My friend Milan, who you might remember from episode 63, has graciously taken the mic while I rest and recover.Mil...

131. Your Perception of Fluffy Content Is Sabotaging Sales

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In an effort to be more concrete, more valuable and stand out from the “fluffy crap” online, far too many struggling entrepreneurs focus on packin...

130. What it Really Means to Niche Down with Jessica Osborn

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Can narrowing your focus really create more opportunity? The term “niche” has become common lingo in online marketing, but surprisingly many busin...

129. 3 Cues That Tell You It’s Time to Level Up

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As we round out the year, you’re most likely thinking about next year's goals and ways that you want to grow. I’m this episode I’ll share m...

128. Bonus Training: How to Get Eyes on Your Business in 2022

15 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As you pause and reflect this time of year (as many of us do), I bet showing up in a more magnetic way is one of those aspirational goals you've ...

127. Braden Drake: Ditch the Jargon and Just Be Yourself

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode I invited Braden Drake, an attorney and tax pro who helps creative entrepreneurs, his take on making his technical topics engagin...

126. Signature Story Case Study with Jono Petrohilos

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What does a “magnetic” signature sound like? You’re about to find out as my guest this week shares his signature story, followed by our conversa...

125. Cara Chace: Creating Evergreen Traffic with Pinterest

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I use Pinterest to save recipes, holiday decor ideas and design inspiration, so whenever I hear someone preach “you should be using Pinterest for bu...

124. My Top 3 Scripting Secrets for Authentic and Effective Webinars [Webinar Series Part 3]

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this final episode of our 3 part series all about webinars, I’m addressing the topic of scripting⁠.It can be a powerful way to concisely get yo...

123. The Secret to High Converting, Valuable Webinars [Webinar Series Part 2]

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

*This is part 2 of our 3 part series on webinars*A webinar is more than just a sales tool, it’s an opportunity to help your ideal customer understan...

122. Make these 4 Shifts If You Plan on Hosting Webinars Next Year [Webinar Series Part 1]

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are webinars still relevant? Do they actually work in today's environment? What’s the balance between teaching without over delivering, while a...

121. My 5 Best On Camera Speaking Tips

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Struggling to best present yourself in front of camera? Here are my 5 best on camera speaking tips to help you come alive, look natural and also conne...

120. How to Get Eyes on your Biz When You Don't Have a Following

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're digging into the question: how do I get more eyes on my business if I don't have a following? Inside I'll share with you 5...

119. Creating Powerful Presence

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been around someone with incredible energy that you just want to be around? I call it magnetic presence and it goes far beyond the words...

118. Your New Mantra: For Now, Not Forever

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

***We’ve marked this episode as explicit because I dropped a swear word (once). We keep it real and unfiltered around here so we didn’t cut or ble...

117. The Confidence Booster Episode

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Confidence. It’s the word that I hear most when people tell me their goals related to speaking. People often consider it a feeling that you either h...

116. 3 Ways to Monetize Free Speaking Gigs (without selling from the stage)

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hooray! You’ve booked yourself on a podcast, virtual summit or other speaking event! Most likely you’re not collecting a fee for this work, instea...

115. Practice Makes Perfect? Think again.

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It is often said that practice is the key to attaining high levels of skills in any discipline. And while true, if spend all your time practicing with...

114. When You Struggle to Own Your Expert Status

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt uncomfortable calling yourself an “expert”? On one hand, you have incredible experience and knowledge with your topic, but on t...

113. Trish Taylor: Style is an Inside Out Job

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Your style is something that makes you unique. A big part of this is how you show up, what you're wearing and how you're styled. They all co...

112. Katie Wussow: Project Planning to End Your Year Strong

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As we think about entering this next quarter with the end of the year coming into view, it might feel tempting to coast for the next few months. Today...

111. How to Raise Your Speaking Fee (even if it's currently zero)

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

So you’d like to start charging (or charge more) for speaking gigs, but aren’t feeling confident with how to approach this with potential clients....

110. Masterminds: Help or Hype? [w/ Jen Argue]

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are masterminds all hype or all help? Are they really that transformational? What’s the difference between a coaching program and a mastermind? Why ...

109. How to Audit & Improve Guest Speaking Results

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you're ready to declare THIS is your year of getting more eyes on your biz, this episode is for you. I'm sharing 3 specific areas of your...

108. How to Stop Mimicking Your Mentors

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're going to dive into one of the traps that I see happening a lot in the online space—the MARKETING PARROT TRAP. Listen to this episod...

107. Meera Kothand: Speaking to an Audience That Doesn't Look Like You

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Most marketing gurus tell you to nail your messaging you have to know exactly who you’re talking to. And they’re not wrong, but what if your audie...

106. Zafira Rajan: Bringing Personality Through Your Voice (even if you're an introvert)

19 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s one thing to write words, another thing to speak them. As you’re building your brand online, it's important to bring your personality to...

105. 3 Things Influential Entrepreneurs Do When Talking To Their Audience

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you noticed how the mentors you follow online seem to have this magnetic pull? That podcaster in your ears has become a trusted biz bestie that y...

104. Luis Báez: The New Way of Selling Online

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There's a shift happening in the online business space as consumers are becoming increasingly turned off by overt selling tactics. So how can ent...

103. Keeping Promises: Our Experience with the #75HARD Challenge

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What the heck is 75 Hard? Why did 2 moms + business owners with already busy schedules commit to making their lives intentionally harder? And what hap...

102. Zach Spuckler: Using a Challenge for Your Next Launch

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you're feeling burned out (or super intimidated) with live webinars and are looking for a way to engage with your audience and launch your pro...

101. The #1 Reason Your Message Isn't Attracting Your Ideal Client

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you find yourself wondering if what you're putting out online is working? Are you constantly searching for the next course or swipe to figure ...

100. Jill Stanton: Be Unapologetically You

09 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Putting yourself out there can feel HARD. And being completely real, BOLD and opinionated? It can  be terrifying (what will people think?!). So while...

99. [Monday Motivator] Let Go

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I just wrapped up the 75 Hard Challenge where I fully committed to my health, growth and development for the last 75 days. And I've gotten lots o...

98. Cara Harvey: Productivity for Content Creators

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You've most likely heard of the concept of batching (doing similar tasks together to free up time) and love the idea. But if you find it challeng...

97. [Monday Motivator] Confidence

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Join me on my morning walk for a special edition of the Monday Motivator episode all about CONFIDENCE (chirping birds included). When most people com...

96. Be a Leader for Your Audience [Cross Cast Interview]

26 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Leadership is defined simply as influence (John C Maxwell). If you want other people to look to you as an authority and listen to your message, you ha...

95. [Monday Motivator] Gut check your "should do" list

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's #mondaymotivator  we're exploring the buzzkill word SHOULD and why I recommend you take a closer look at what you “should” b...

94. How to Make Pro Videos with Your Phone with Michael Moore

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Video is a great way to connect authentically with your audience. And when you put a little effort into the quality of your videos (think set, lightin...

93. [Monday Motivator] The Truth About Entrepreneurs Who “Serve”

17 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you're trying to generate leads or looking for ways to expand your business to new horizons, reciprocity is a beautiful and perfect tool ...

92. Create vs Consume on Instagram with Tyler J McCall

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I recently had a virtual chat with Tyler McCall on Facebook live, and loved the conversation so much I wanted to share it with you here. He shares how...

91. [Monday Motivator] Grit & Grace

10 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Entrepreneurs are often self-proclaimed high achievers. There’s this hunger to  want to improve and level up. But if we’re not keeping a close ey...

90. 3 Enhancements I've made to my online program that you should steal

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Is there a right or wrong way to structure an online program? Most the ideas business owners come up with are based on what other people have done… ...

89. [Monday Motivator] Perfectionism vs Authenticity

03 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"Perfectionism is a 20 ton shield. We carry it around hoping that it'll protect us when what it does in fact stops us from being seen."...

88. What's It REALLY like to Write (and Release) a Book with Tina Tower

28 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Publishing a book is no joke! Not only do you have to WRITE, you also have to figure out publishing and marketing.  And if you’re like many content...

87. [Monday Motivator] The Good Side of Fear

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A little bit of fear is a good thing. It's the price of admission for having bigger dreams and ambition to go chase things.The topic I want to co...

86. 3 Reasons Why Those Guest Appearances Aren't Getting You New Leads

21 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do when podcast interviews and other visibility efforts just aren’t driving leads?You might wonder if you’re doing something wrong, or...

85. [Monday Motivator] Energy Bank Account

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week's Monday Motivator we're going to continue the conversation about energy and talk about funding and managing your Energy Bank Acco...

84. Why You Should Create a New Vision Board NOW with Chant'l Martin

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we talk about how to get re-inspired and fully commit to your goals (especially after this last year). You'll hear from my Speak Up to Leve...

83. [Monday Motivator] Energy & Experience

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our new series, the MONDAY MOTIVATOR. Short energy + inspiration packed episodes designed to help you show up a little more AUTHENTIC, BRA...

82. How to Create Trust by Setting and Communicating your Boundaries

07 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The term “boundaries” has become common vernacular in the entrepreneurial world, but its meaning and implementation often get muddy. “Boundaries...

81. How Improving Her Speaking Helped this Realtor Better Serve with Her Clients with Paige Schulte

31 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I'm joined this week by a real estate specialist, entrepreneur, podcast host and Speak Up to Level Up member, Paige Schulte. In this conversation...

80. 3 Questions to ask before seeking media opportunities for your business

24 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Before jumping on the PR/Media blitz train that promises piles of leads, exposure and the coveted “AS SEEN ON” section for your website, slow down...

79. 6 Tips for Getting Started on YouTube with Expert Scarlett Cochran

18 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever wondered “should I be posting on YouTube?” or “How would I even get started” or “Am posting videos, but not really sure I’...

78. Should I script my videos with a teleprompter?

10 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Which is more important in your videos: getting the right words or the delivery of those words? That’s the question we’ll help you answer inside t...

77. Do you need a biz bestie? The Power of Peer Masterminds

03 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Grab a cup of coffee and get ready for chat with your new #bizbesties.  I’m joined today by two of my favorite women on the planet to talk about ho...

76. 4 Ways to Use Story to Connect in your Marketing with Lindsay Rogers

24 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s said that stories are 22 times more powerful than facts. That’s why so many speakers (myself included) use them to convey their messages from...

75. Creating a Method You Can be Known For with April Beach

17 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Meet April, one of the OG lifestyle entrepreneurs who excel with helping business owners put together a method that will grow their business. In today...

74. How to Personalize Pitching using a VA with Emily Reagan - Part 2

10 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Thinking about leveraging a virtual assistant to help you with the pitching process, but unsure what (or how) to delegate without having to redo the w...

73. How to Personalize Pitching using a VA with Emily Reagan - Part 1

03 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Meet Emily Reagan, a self-proclaimed jill-of-all trades when it comes to digital marketing and techie skills whos’ about to teach you how to leverag...

72. How Visibility Leads to Personal + Professional Growth with Tyler McCall

27 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I’m thrilled to share with you my recent conversation with Tyler J McCall on how visibility served as a catalyst for his business growth.If you have...

71. How Speaking Helped a New Business Owner Launch Her Offer with Sarah VanHoose

20 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Finance Coach, Sarah Vanhoose shares her journey around how speaking helped her find her messaging, voice and confidence as a ne...

70. How To Speak Persuasively on Webinars & Stages

13 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What is your reaction to the word: PERSUASION? Positive, negative... neutral? In this episode we’ll unpack how our experiences being persuaded impa...

69. Unlock a New Level In Your Business Using Your Superpower with Anna Nelson

06 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You keep hearing the buzz phrase “superpower”. What the heck does it mean and is it really possible to focus on it when you have other hats to wea...

68. Is Guest Speaking Wasting My Time? [My 2020 Speaking Recap]

23 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do when you feel like you've been doing a lot of work to put yourself out there speaking, but it's not actually driving leads? I...

67. 4 Levers That Will Help You Become A Better Speaker

16 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I'm going to teach you four levers that you can adjust to become a better speaker. Pinpointing exactly where to focus wi...

66. How to Stay Committed to Your Visibility Goals When You Feel Like You're Not Making Progress

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I’m sharing how to stop the self sabotaging your visibility efforts and specific actions to START taking.This is a must lis...

65. How To Include Your "Why" in your Brand with Dawn Foster

02 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Joining me today for a conversation around branding is marketing strategist and branding expert  Dawn Foster.If you’re a personal brand based busin...

64. 4 Things to Do NOW to Prepare for Pitching in 2021

18 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What actions can you be taking right now to build momentum for pitching events in 2020? Today I'm sharing with you four specific actions to inten...

3 Ways to Elevate Your Authority By December 31st

14 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

BONUS EPISODE!! With holiday season around us, many personal brands pull back over the holidays and lose traction on their visibility.In this live ses...

63. Pages of Notes to a Post it - Milan’s Speaking Story

11 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, you’ll hear from my Speak Up to Level client Milan Kowalewski, an online marketing strategist for aesthetic providers and M...

62. 4 Tips to Influence when Speaking

04 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I'm sharing with you my interview on the Power Your Purpose podcast with Megan Accardo. I share some of my best speaking...

61. 5 Ways To Be Featured As A Guest Speaker

25 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When you picture a “speaker”, I bet you picture a conference with a big stage. Well, besides the fact that conferences are a no-go in a pandemic, ...

60. How to Create Engagement with A Virtual Audience

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do you ever feel like you’re talking to an empty room when you present virtually? You’re not alone, many speakers have found the transition from i...

59. Authentic Selling on (& off) Social with Nikki Rausch

14 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

As online entrepreneurs, selling often starts on social media, but many forget to include it in their selling strategy (or even have a strategy at all...

58. How to Come Up with Good Stories Even if You Think You're Boring

07 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

They say: facts tell, stories sell. I don’t know exactly who “they” is– but they were right. Stories rock when it comes to captivating and ent...

57. Creating Story from Struggle with Stephanie McLarty

30 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're talking about facing hard things today in business, pivoting when things don't go according to plan and how to make quick decisions as...

56. How to Position Your Offer to Serve Corporate with RJ Connell

23 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You have an offer and most likely have been doing one on one work, coaching or starting to scale with an online course. Today’s guest, corporate con...

55. How to handle tech surprises when virtually speaking

16 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you plan on speaking on virtual or live event stages, you’ll inevitably face tech issues. The question is: will you handle them in a way that add...

54. Understanding Trademarks & Copyrights for Your Online Business with Paula Yost

09 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Joining me for a conversation about protecting your intellectual property is my attorney, Paula Yost. We’re talking about trademarks, copyrights and...

53. 5 Questions to Halt Shiny Object Syndrome

02 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I love shiny objects. I love a little glitz, a little sparkle. When things become hard (aka every day as an entrepreneur) it’s easy to lose focus an...

52. Unexpected Twist - 4 Secrets to Resiliency

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Heather Sager Show! Yep, that’s right, new name, same great content & same terrible jokes ;)Sometimes life serves up unexpected c...

51. 4 Confidence Boosting Secrets for Live Streaming

19 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I'm not going to give you the 73 reasons you needed to go live because I’m betting you already know that it is an incredible way to reac...