(#87) The Real Reason You’re Not Making More

In this episode of Make It Happen, we break down why so many smart, hardworking business owners are putting in endless hours but still not seeing the money to match. Spoiler: it’s not because you’re not working hard enough, it’s because you’ve become the bottleneck in your own business. We unpack the biggest traps keeping entrepreneurs stuck, including doing everything themselves, competing on price, and chasing revenue instead of profit. You’ll learn the key mindset shift from working in your business to working on it, plus a simple, practical framework to delegate smarter, build systems, and focus on the high value activities that actually move the needle. If you’re tired of being busy but not profitable and want to build a business that scales without burning you out, this episode is for you. 👉 www.makeithappen.org.nz📲 Socials: @makeithappenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 In this episode of the Make It Happen podcast, I sit down with certified coach and NLP master practitioner Sarah Robb from Spring with Sarah to talk about mindset, healing, and the power of rewiring your subconscious. Sarah shares her incredibly moving story of losing both parents in her twenties, navigating complex grief, and how that pain became the catalyst for her work helping others overcome self-doubt, anxiety, overthinking and “I’m not good enough” beliefs. We dive into what NLP actually is, how the language you use shapes the “house you live in,” why awareness is always the first step to change, and the simple mindset shifts you can start making today (like changing “I have to” into “I get to”). Sarah breaks down why so many women stay stuck in old patterns, how childhood experiences quietly program our beliefs, and why action, repetition and consistency are the real keys to transformation. We also talk about business, fear of judgment, and why your circle and your self-talk matter more than you think. If you’ve ever felt stuck, not enough, or held back by your past, this episode will help you see that change is possible and that what you’re not changing, you’re ultimately choosing. Sarahs Socials and Website 👇 https://springwithsarah.com/ @springwithsarah Book a discovery call 👉 www.makeithappen.org.nz📲 Socials: @makeithappenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI is changing marketing faster than any shift we’ve ever seen and business owners everywhere are asking the same question: Will AI replace us? In today’s episode of Make It Happen, we cut through the hype and the fear to uncover what’s actually happening right now in the business world. Whether you’re a business owner, marketer, or skilled professional, this conversation will help you understand which jobs are being automated, which roles are becoming more valuable than ever, and how to stay ahead in a world where AI can create content, design ads, and analyze data in seconds. We break down how to use AI as a powerful advantage without losing the strategy, creativity, and human connection that actually drives sales. If you’re ready to stop worrying about the future and start leading it, this episode is your roadmap for dominating the next three years in business. 👉 www.makeithappen.org.nz📲 Socials: @makeithappenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Make It Happen podcast, Iyia sits down with viral content expert Jony Lee Head of Growth at The Attention Seeker with over 1M followers and 30M+ monthly views. To break down what actually makes content resonate online. Jony shares the emotional story behind the viral moment that launched her career, the framework she uses to create human-first content, and why building a brand people like will always outperform selling a product people forget. If you’re a business owner or creator wanting to grow online, this conversation will teach you why organic content matters more than ever and why your first posts don’t need to be perfect they just need to exist. Follow Jony and the Attention Seeker here 👇 @jonymlee @theattnseeker 👉 www.makeithappen.org.nz📲 Socials: @makeithappenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Make It Happen, Iyia breaks down the surprising truth behind why some women live in flow, ease, and abundance while others feel stuck, stressed, and constantly worried about money. And spoiler: it’s not their income. It’s their mindset. Iyia unpacks the difference between scarcity thinking and abundance thinking, why financial stress literally blocks your creativity and intelligence, and how your daily thoughts, language, and decisions quietly shape your financial reality. She shares real-life examples, personal stories from her early years, and the psychological science behind why money fear keeps you stuck. 👉 www.makeithappen.org.nz📲 Socials: @makeithappenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I break down the exact strategy that took my shapewear brand from a $300-a-week side hustle to $3.5M in the first year. Then how I went on to scale multiple seven and eight-figure product brands. You’ll learn: The Accidental Discovery Method - how one impulse purchase led me to a winning product and how you can find yours.The Social Proof Snowball Strategy - the organic marketing system that took us from 10 orders a week to hundreds a day.The Celebrity Catalyst Framework - why I once invested $300K into one Instagram post and how to apply this at any budget.The Scale & Exit Blueprint - how I built a sellable company and exited for a life-changing amount. If you’re struggling to get traction, or you’re making some sales but not breaking through, this is the roadmap to take your product from side hustle to sell-out. 👉 www.makeithappen.org.nz📲 Socials: @makeithappenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are subscriptions quietly draining your bank account? In this episode of Make It Happen thanks to Uber One! , I reveal how I uncovered over $400 a month in forgotten subscriptions, and how you can do the same. You’ll learn why we fall into the “subscription trap,” the psychology companies use to keep us hooked, and my step-by-step system to audit your own accounts. By the end, you’ll have a clear plan to cut the waste, keep only what’s worth it, and put hundreds (even thousands) of dollars back in your pocket every year. 👉 www.makeithappen.org.nz📲 Socials: @makeithappenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you turn a $3,000 idea into 100,000 sales in under three years? In this episode of Make It Happen thanks to Uber One, I take you behind the scenes of building Celebration Box. From spotting the opportunity on Instagram, to the viral moment that brought in 3,000 orders in a single week, to the chaos that nearly broke the business. I share the three biggest lessons I learned along the way: solve the real problem, build systems before you go viral, and protect your customer experience at all costs. If you’ve ever dreamed of starting a business from scratch, this episode is your blueprint. 👉 www.makeithappen.org.nz📲 Socials: @makeithappenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thinking about hiring your first team member? Get it wrong and it can drain your cash and slow your growth. Get it right and it can transform your business. In this episode of Make It Happen (thanks to Uber One), I share the 5 signs you’re ready to hire, who your first hire should be, and how to do it without the overwhelm. If you’re stuck doing everything yourself and wondering if it’s time for help, this episode will give you the clarity you need. 👉 www.makeithappen.org.nz📲 Socials: @makeithappenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wonder why some entrepreneurs stay stuck making $2-3K/month for YEARS while others replace their salary in 6-12 months? It's not luck or a better idea - it's strategy. In this episode, I break down the exact roadmap for transitioning from side hustle to full-time business, including: ✨ The mindset shifts that separate side hustlers from business owners✨ Why most people plateau at $3K/month (and how to break through)✨ The 4 systems you NEED to scale beyond trading time for money✨ When to actually quit your day job (hint: it's not when you think) From perfectionist to progress-focused, cost-focused to investment-focused - I'm sharing the uncomfortable truths about what it really takes to build a business that gives you freedom. 👉 www.makeithappen.org.nz📲 Socials: @makeithappenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.