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  • How to HIRE Right and FREE Yourself! – with Tim Francis

    How to HIRE Right and FREE Yourself! – with Tim Francis
    Jul 3 2025
    Let’s be honest: hiring can be one of the hardest parts of growing a business—and one of the most liberating when done right. In this episode, Sara Connell sits down with Tim Francis—entrepreneur, hiring strategist, and founder of Great Assistant—to talk about the real reason most hiring fails and what to do instead. You’ll hear the behind-the-scenes story of how Tim went from five failed assistants to building a multi-million dollar team—plus the genius strategy that helped him hire like a pro (and finally reclaim his time). In this episode:
    • Why entrepreneurs should operate like surgeons in the room
    • The 3 things ONLY you should be doing in your business
    • What happened when Tim imagined being legally bound to his next hire for 3 years
    • How dinner parties turned into an empire of 1,000-person events
    • The mindset shift every founder needs before building a team
    Whether you’re just getting started or scaling fast, this episode is your reminder that you don’t have to do it all alone.
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    25 min
  • WATCH THIS BEFORE You Write with AI — with Elizabeth Wardle

    WATCH THIS BEFORE You Write with AI — with Elizabeth Wardle
    Jun 26 2025
    EP64: WATCH THIS BEFORE You Write with AI — with Elizabeth Wardle What is writing really for—and what happens when we outsource it? In this eye-opening episode, Sara Connell sits down with Elizabeth Wardle—Distinguished Professor, Writing Expert, and Director of the Howe Center for Writing Excellence—to talk about the future of writing, AI, and why the way we teach and create needs to evolve fast. We explore the true purpose of writing in a world where AI is rapidly replacing human expression—and what it really costs when we give it all away to the machines. You’ll hear:
    • Why “play it through to the hangover” applies to AI-generated writing
    • What students and writers actually need to learn
    • How to stop policing and start teaching better writing
    • Why not all “problems” AI solves are real
    • The powerful reason we should keep writing ourselves
    If you care about education, creativity, connection—or you’re using AI in your business—this episode is your reminder to pause, question, and lead with intention.
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    34 min
  • ENTREPRENEURSHIP MEETS PUBLISHING: What You Need to Know in 2025 with Melissa Pharr

    ENTREPRENEURSHIP MEETS PUBLISHING: What You Need to Know in 2025 with Melissa Pharr
    Jun 19 2025

    What if your book wasn’t the end of your message—but the beginning of a business?

    In this powerful episode, Sara Connell sits down with Melissa Pharr—coach, spiritual medium, and multi-hyphenate entrepreneur—for a candid conversation about the future of publishing, soul-aligned marketing, and how to build a business that transforms lives.

    Melissa shares her unique path from money strategist to medium, what it really takes to write and launch a book in today’s world, and why 2025 is calling us to be more multidimensional in our businesses and our leadership.

    You’ll hear:
    ✨ How to align your book with transformational offers
    ✨ The truth about energetics + identity shifts while writing
    ✨ Why your book isn’t your business—but your invitation
    ✨ How mediumship and entrepreneurship intersect in healing work
    ✨ What every heart-led creator needs to know right now

    Whether you’re writing your first book or building a brand that blends service, soul, and success—this episode is your permission slip to do it your way.


    #therisepodcast #entrepreneurialpublishing #melissapharr #saraconnell #heartledbusiness #spiritualentrepreneur
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    46 min
  • How to Optimize Your Amazon Author Page & A+ Content with Susie Schaefer | EP 62

    How to Optimize Your Amazon Author Page & A+ Content with Susie Schaefer | EP 62
    Jun 13 2025
    Ready to sell more books and look like a pro on Amazon? In this tactical, game-changing episode of Thought Leader Launch, Sara Connell is joined by publishing strategist Susie Schaefer, who walks us through the most overlooked (and powerful) tools authors can use to elevate their Amazon presence: Author Central and A+ Content. You’ll learn: How to actually set up and optimize your Amazon Author Central page The secrets of A+ Content—and how it turns browsers into buyers Why your book may be missing critical sales page elements (and how to fix it fast) How to position yourself as a thought leader, not just an author Simple changes that make your Amazon page look polished, professional, and searchable If you’re publishing on KDP, IngramSpark, or both—this is the masterclass you didn’t know you needed. Join Sara's community: https://www.saraconnell.com/thought-leader-academy Women STARTING MOVEMENTS: A 3 day curated event for experts, coaches, visionaries, & entrepreneurs- https://www.saraconnell.com/women-starting-movements
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    27 min
  • The Secret to making Relaxed Money with Kate Northrup | EP 61

    The Secret to making Relaxed Money with Kate Northrup | EP 61
    Jun 5 2025
    What if making money didn’t require hustle, burnout, or endless pressure? In this inspiring episode of Thought Leader Launch, bestselling Hay House author and top 1% podcast host Kate Northrup joins Sara Connell to reveal how she created success and abundance without stress—and how you can too. You’ll learn: The life-changing event that redefined Kate’s relationship with money and success Why hustle no longer works—and what to do instead The real meaning of “relaxed money” and how to create it in your life Kate’s surprising #1 first step to shift into ease and abundance—starting today A behind-the-scenes peek at what she's considering for her next book deal Whether you’re scaling your business, launching your next offer, or healing your relationship with money, this episode is your permission slip to do it differently—and thrive. Explore more of Kate’s work: https://katenorthrup.com/ Want to become a bestselling author or thought leader? Join Sara's community: https://www.saraconnell.com/thought-leader-academy Women STARTING MOVEMENTS: A 3 day curated event for experts, coaches, visionaries, & entrepreneurs- https://www.saraconnell.com/women-starting-movements
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    46 min
  • How to launch a bestseller AND Monetize a group at the same time | EP 60

    How to launch a bestseller AND Monetize a group at the same time | EP 60
    May 29 2025

    Thinking about launching a book? Don’t hit publish until you hear this!

    In this week’s episode of Thought Leader Launch, Sara Connell sits down with bestselling author and strategist Christina Nylese, who breaks down how she used a paid community not only to support her launch—but to fund it. Plus, they dive deep into Author Central, Amazon A+ content, and what it really takes to stand out on Amazon and beyond.

    You’ll learn:

    • How Christina structured her paid group to generate revenue before her book even dropped

    • Why most authors overlook the power of their Amazon Author Central page—and how to fix that

    • A+ Content 101: what it is, why it matters, and how to use it to boost your credibility

    • Tactical, low-cost steps to make your book launch more powerful and profitable

    If you’re an aspiring author, coach, or thought leader—this episode is a masterclass in launching smart.

    Join the Thought Leader Academy: https://www.saraconnell.com/thought-leader-academy

    Women STARTING MOVEMENTS: A 3 day curated event for experts, coaches, visionaries, & entrepreneurs: https://www.saraconnell.com/women-starting-movements
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    31 min
  • Millionaire Codes Part 5

    Millionaire Codes Part 5
    May 15 2025

    If you’ve been triggered, feel resentful, or stuck, learn this quick 4 part code that will give you a breakthrough


    Key Topics

    • What you might not know about emotional triggers
    • The secret (no it’s not what’s the gift or lesson) hidden inside your most recent trigger
    • The 4 step turnaround from trigger to your next triumph


    Want the full Millionaire Codes book? Get it here: https://www.amazon.com/Millionaire-Codes-Science-Supernatural-Success/dp/B0F1ZLCRDJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3EF2SXJ4RN0WY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5zlafUp2gedEEUwIZTRKfg.zJDBMFLifCs-_ZUwDYA-YgeJG_7tf0Jb4-yUAx9hsZ0&dib_tag=se&keywords=millionaire+codes+book+sara+connell&qid=1745253475&sprefix=millionaire+codes+book%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-1
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    15 min
  • Millionaire Codes Part 3

    Millionaire Codes Part 3
    May 8 2025

    We’re back with a new brain sequence to fast-track your next big goal with code 3: anchor images

    Key topics:

    • Your brain’s superpower to create “future memories” and accelerate your success
    • What is an anchor image, and how can it fast-track the manifestation of a goal?
    • DO the anchor image process in real time

      Want the full Millionaire Codes book? On sale now! https://www.amazon.com/Millionaire-Codes-Science-Supernatural-Success/dp/B0F1ZLCRDJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3EF2SXJ4RN0WY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5zlafUp2gedEEUwIZTRKfg.zJDBMFLifCs-_ZUwDYA-YgeJG_7tf0Jb4-yUAx9hsZ0&dib_tag=se&keywords=millionaire+codes+book+sara+connell&qid=1745253475&sprefix=millionaire+codes+book%2Caps%2C149&sr=8-1
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    12 min