Do You Want To Join The Club?

Which club is that?

The In With A Boom Club of course!

If you were looking at joining the mastermind but money was a stretch then this is for you...

If you need:

• Help setting realistic and actionable goals
• A group of close knitted friends to bounce ideas off
• Daily accountability to make sure you stay on track and hit those goals
• Mindset training because having the correct mindset is half the answer
• Tech library so you don't have to worry about how to do it

The club doors are open for 48 hours only, the club subscription gets you everything you need to smash your goals. Don't dilly-dally, grab your seat here

Are You Ready?

I have been busy beavering away, getting everything ready for the next round of In With A Boom.

I love running this program, and so far I have worked some absolutely amazing women who have had some amazing results!

from tripling their income, to landing spots in art shows, to launching a new business to losing 10kilos! 

Yes, it has been a mixed bag and a fun one, I can't wait to see what this round brings.

What is In With A Boom you ask? Well it's a 90 day accountability mastermind, where we set your goals then make them happen!

If you are ready to take the leap and join the final round for the year, this is the place to do it.

PLUS - for the next 5 sign ups get a special, "Jo has lost it" bonus.

What are you waiting for? Go and check it out now --> In With A Boom

Does this sound like you?

Do you find yourself...

• Procrastinating
• Getting distracted by social media?
• Lack of focus

These are the problems Di was having. She wasn't sure where she should be focusing her energy or how exactly she should be doing it.

Di really wanted to increase her numbers, to increase her social media following and email list subscribers - important as she is a blogger and author.

Using the system that I share in In With A Boom she set out her 3 month goals, broke them down into bite sized chunks and made them happen. By the end of her 3 months, she had over a 30% increase in her YouTube views and a 50% increase in blog views! Not bad going at all. 

Because with In With A Boom, we stop and reflect throughout the 3 months, it is easy to figure out what is working and what isn't. So that you can tweak what you are doing to increase your success. 

Of course this is different for everyone, we all have different set-ups and what works for one doesn't necessarily work for another. Which is why I don't believe in the cookie cutter or blueprint idea of setting up your business.

Listen to what Di has to say about the In With A Boom Mastermind

Ready to hit your goals?

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This makes me really angry and should make you angry too...

*this training will only be available for a limited time*

Be warned - rant alert...

Do you know what really pees me off?

Life work balance!!

And all the gurus and coaches out there that push it. What a load of old codswallop, as if us moms don't have enough to contend with we are then brainwashed into thinking that yes "We can have it all, balance life, kids and work - oh look at me! It's so easy!"

Tosh, all of it! Makes me so angry.

When I hear balance, I imagine a set of scales, work on once side and family on the other and me in the middle trying to keep them balanced. But what is wrong with this picture is that life isn't like that and what's worse is that if my hands are full with work and family... What about ME!

That might sound selfish but you and I are important too, and need to be figured into the equation. It doesn't matter how perfectly balanced the scales are if me and you are not happy - what is the point?

"Get the life work balance thing down and you will be happy"

Really? I mean REALLY?

I don't believe we can ever create balance because thats not how life or humans work. I prefer to think of it more like the tides, ebbs and flows.

Sometimes we are pulled towards work, whether it be looming deadlines or suddenly extra projects coming in, other times we are pulled towards family, start of the school year, birthdays, family trips. I like to picture myself on a comfy lilo with a tropical cocktail, in my hand as I float from side to the other.

Imagining life as these tides that flow back and forth makes far more sense, it's more calming and more practical!

These tides can be applied through the day as you move from home to work to home again. They also work on a bigger scale through the year, busy periods at work and summer holidays, bigger ebbs and flows.

Of course sometimes you feel like you are being pulled in both directions, work needs your attention as does your family but instead of one side of the scales crashing to the floor you are being pulled thinner, stretching yourself.

The other thing we need to consider... 

Is our energy, this also plays a big role in how we handle things and how much time we need to do something. Somedays we almost bounce out of bed, it feels like we are on fire, checking off items on the to-do list like it's going out of fashion. Then other days we have to peel ourselves out of the bed and making a cuppa needs all the energy we can muster.

This is often linked in with our menstrual cycles as our energy waxes and wanes and can sometime be contributed to certain little people in the house waking us up!

So stop trying balance everything, you know it will end in disaster, and instead float with the tides - *re-reading this it does sound like I have a had a double does of woo-woo juice for breakfast! But I stand by it!

Woo-woo aside you know I am a deeply practical person and believe whole heartedly that we can make our dreams happen if we apply ourselves. I know you want it too so today's training is all about how to do that and WHY you should start today.

Plus there is a super cute PDF for the kids (which will help save your sanity - you need this thing!)

Want to make sure you are notified as soon as the doors open for In With A Boom? 

Hop on the "first to know" list...

We'll be celebrating like it's 1999

Oh yes, there will be fun and laughter and maybe some bum dancing too!

Why you ask?

Well, this week I wrap up the first round of In With A Boom, the mastermind for entrepreneur moms. I have to say I have had a blast, it has been so much fun and seeing these amazing mamas kick ass every day. From dithering in indecision to delegating queens! They rock.

It's always hard when we get to the end of a program, it's like taking off the stabilizers and letting them go, to go faster, achieve more, to fly!

It's not all sad news though because half of the mamas have decided to join again for the next round! Whoop!

If you are interested in kicking butt, achieving your goals and getting further in the next 3 months than you have done in the last 12, then you need to be on the 'First To Know' list.

Those on the list will get first dibs, and since it is limited to 20 places, you will have to be quick!

Click the link to get on the First To Know list

The Mastermind Vs Coach Smackdown...

Okay! I have had a lot of questions along the same theme so I'm going to do a webinar tomorrow to explain it all. This is all to do with the In With A Boom Mastermind that I am running this spring (we kick off on the 7th - just in case you missed it!)

The main question is about the difference between a mastermind and a coach and how it all works. Whether your situation right now needs one or the other (or sometimes both!)

I'll share what I have learned about the coaches and masterminds I have been and why they were great or not so great so that you can can decide whether this is really something you need.

There are also accountability partners and mentors to throw into the mix too!

Time: 9am JST

Date: 6th Jan 2016

Place: Google Hangout HERE

I hope to see you there! 

Jo xxx

And if you want to know more about In With A Boom, click over, there is about a day and a half to secure your spot, that's if all the seats are not taken! Don't dilly-dally!

Is 2016 going to be the best year ever for you too?

2016 is actually year of the red fire monkey! I'm not sure what that means but it sounds like a good one to me! Considering the last 6 months of 2015 were pretty shitty anything would be an improvement.

I have some pretty big goals for 2016, I'm going to double (at least) my income this year, I have 2 books I want to write, a course that is bursting to get out and I'm running the In With A Boom mastermind with other mamas who want to make 2016 kick ass. (Incidentally, I still have a couple of places available if you are ready to make the commitment to make 2016 the best one yet, click HERE to join us)

This time last year I had no clear idea of what lay ahead, this time round I know exactly what I want and I'm determined to get it.

I also want to get back to my more arty-farty creative side, just for fun, I let that slide the tail end of last year and it really doesn't do me good, I need those creative juices flowing!

jojoebi.com has had an end of year clean out too, yes, this year is GOING TO ROCK!

Not only that I received this beautiful journal and some gorgeous nail varnish, which happens to match! That's got to be a good sign!

So what are your big goals and dreams for the year? Let me know! Inspired me!

I hope 2016 is especially good for you and your family and that cheeky red fire monkey is a really special omen!

Looking to join a mastermind?

Putting out the feelers...

As we close this year and start thinking about 2016, I am thinking of running a small paid motivation mastermind group for those who really want to get stuff going for the start of 2016. This is the plan so far - although not set in stone...

• max 10 people 
• for those wanting to blast into 2016 with a bang, whether it be work related or a personal project - you must have an end goal in mind.
• run for 3 months starting Jan 7th
• Paid membership, I have run and joined masterminds for free in the past but know that when you have money invested people do the work and get results.
• private FB group for members to ask questions and get support
• Live calls every 2 weeks
• Get focused, get started audio & PDF pack, so you can dive in on day one

I only want people who are serious about getting shit done, that are willing to support the other members of the group and are going to put the work in!

Those who have worked with me before know that I will kick your arse into gear and help you and support you when you need it!

If this sounds like what you need for 2016 - let me know you are interested in the comments, if you have any questions, fire away!

How I Reach My Goals (and how you can too)

A wee interruption between the adventure posts!

One thing I often get asked by friends and readers is "How do you get so much stuff done?" So I thought it was about time I shared my secrets so that you can have a super productive and successful year this year too!

What I do…

In 2012, I decided I would step out of my comfort zone as much as possible, and that really changed a lot for me that year. I joined B-school, launched my Organized Chaos and did so many things that really made me feel uncomfortable but that paid off and got me one step closer to my goals. I continued that challenge last year and it rocked, to the point where I actually enjoy putting myself in those positions now! The adrenalin becomes addictive.

My challenges last year were to get a book published – Montessori Inspired Activities was born and to create a platinum mentoring program, Secrets Of A Rock Star Mom. Both were very steep learning curves and both meant stepping out of my comfort zone a lot!. Last year was great but I have decided that this year is going to be even better!

Why am I telling you all this?

Because I know it can be scary and difficult to go after what you really want, not only do you have to battle other peoples negative responses to your dreams and goals, 90% of us also have to battle of own Negative Nancy giving us a hard time in our head! “It will never work“, “You don’t have enough experience“, “You will never manage it“… Shut up already!

I often get complimented on how much stuff I get done, of course, in my head I am thinking, yeah but I haven’t finished this and I need to do that, but when I sit back I realize I do get a lot of stuff done. How? Do I have access to a time machine or have extra hours in my day, sadly not. The answer is….

Now, this is no new concept but it is one that gets dismissed a lot, and I am not talking about declaring on Facebook that you are quitting smoking or going to shed 20kgs, that alone won’t work, it will just make you look foolish when you fail. This is what I am I talking about and what works for me…

The Mastermind Group

I am in a mastermind with 3 other business owners, our businesses are completely different but we all went through B-school so we have that in common. It is our place to brainstorm new ideas, shout out our frustrations, brag about our accomplishments and to support each other. Each morning, I pop into our g+ group and share my 3 business related to-do’s for the day. Later I go back and confirm that I did them or explain myself if I didn’t. We also have a google hangout ever 2 weeks to keep us all motivated, this is my rock. Find people who have similar goals, are positive, ambitious and will have your back when times get tough and form your own group.

Accountability Partner

Again, my partner and I got together at the start of B-school, I really enjoy our weekly Skype chat, it is great for bouncing ideas around and getting a fresh perspective on things. Like the mastermind group it’s also good to have someone there to call you out if you are not putting your arse into gear. Sometimes, another person can see why you are dragging your feet over doing something and help you work out what the block is and how to get around it. For a 1:1 partner, having a couple of things in common helps and again, supportive and positive people are the ones you want to look out for.

Accountability Journal

Done It! started out as a load of printed PDF sheets, I used the money tracking from the Lucky Bitch course and my own for the goal setting and just random journals for gratitude, brain storming and brain dumping. It was messy. Then I put together a journal for my platinum clients which went down well and I used it too, it seriously helped me and them to reach our goals, big and small. Because it is so useful and really works, I made some tweaks and got it published into a real paper journal! Hurrah, no more messy or lost bits of paper.

This is not a self help book, there are plenty of them out there, this is the kick in the butt, get it done, reach your goals book! It includes space for a daily brain dump – to keep your mind fresh and at its best; goal setting and tracking, of course broken in to baby steps; a place for your daily gratitude (one of the proven aspects that successful people have in common); your daily to-do’s; daily menu plan and money tracking. Everything you need for success in one place.

It is available on Amazon or the Book Depository which has FREE international Shipping.

Not Just For Business Goals!

Just so there is no confusion, it doesn’t matter what your big dream or goal is, using this system will work for you. If it is losing weight, writing a book, saving to go on a fancy holiday, the same system can be applied. If you really want to get your stuff done this year and not just make half hearted resolutions then the accountability journal is what you need to get you there. (I recommend a mastermind and partner too but the journal is the key).

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Over to you, what is your big goal for the year? Got a plan on how to achieve it? Share in the comments section…

How are you going to reach your new goals?

Aghhhh about an hour before set off my proof copy of my journal arrives! Of course, I have been waiting for it for weeks, I had wanted to share it with you before the holiday madness began. Soon 2014 will be upon us, I am sure you have been thinking about your goals and dreams for the year. Will this be the year you publish that book? Loose 20kg? Run a marathon? Whatever it is have you thought about how EXACTLY you are going to make it happen?

You see, this is why so many goals and resolutions fail, people set the goal but don't have any proper plan to reach it. Never fear, Jo is here.... and what I have got and been in the making for the last couple of years, I just didn't realise it!

So, I often get asked, how I get so much done, well the answer is all in this journal Done It! I used to use a notebook or printouts but t was messy and didn't work so well, I was forever misplacing papers or forgetting to do stuff. Then when I started the mentoring program I decided to put everything into an actual book, everything in one place and OMG what a difference it made! Suddenly I was able to track my money, set out my goals, break them down into steps and actually get all the shit done that I wanted to do.

I made some tweaks to the original version and taa-daa here is the all new, fabulous accountability journal that will really help you achieve your goals and dreams. It comes with a free audio which explains in detail what each section is for and WHY it is important.

I know there are a lot of guru's and self help books out there, brim full of amazing advice but you know what, it means bugger all if you don't put that advice into action, with the accountability journal you can do that!

If you really want to get that book published, shift that weight, get your business started, whatever the dream then I know this will really help you. 

What you waiting for, order yours now from HERE.

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