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February 1, 2024 61 mins

Two years ago, in episode nine, I shared why I decided to end my mastermind and simplify my business.

This episode was one of my top-rated podcast episodes where  I shared how I was managing:

  • 5 different services
  • Did 1-2 events per month
  • Ultimately burned out

Here we are 2 years later, and I’m bringing back the mastermind (but different AND better).

Last month, all of January, I dedicated time to deleting and simplifying more of my business and, more importantly, figuring out how I can ensure BETTER client results.

The big news?

I'm bringing my mastermind back but BETTER on all accounts:

  • By inviting both business owners AND executive career leaders who are women of color and allies
  • Adding a sales, marketing, AND systems/operations audit with a 12-month recommendation for business owners
  • Adding a life and career audit with 360-degree feedback for executive career leaders
  • Limiting myself to 24 clients at one time to ensure client results and focus

Here's a secret: I've been quietly testing this comeback for the last 6 months. While it might seem new, it's been part of my business under the radar.

In my latest podcast episode, I share all the behind-the-scenes of WHY I’m bringing back my mastermind with my team member, Monica Schrock.

What We Cover in This Episode:

  • What’s different about my Business & Career Mastermind, and how it’s different from before
  • How I used intuition AND data by analyzing 3 years of P&L reports to create an intentional annual plan
  • How before I create anything new, I ask AND integrate feedback from my clients

If you would like to see how to work with me to create a more sustainable life where you can be more present with yourself and create your own checklist of success that’s not created by society and loved ones, then schedule a complimentary legacy business and career review at elainelou.com/call

Related Podcast Episodes
Episode 9. Why I decided to end my mastermind + how I’m simplifying my business (and how you can simplify your business too)

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