Chill and Prosper

The New Way to Grow Your Business, Make Millions, and Change the World

Praise for Denise Duffield-Thomas

  • Entrepreneur.com: Describes Denise as one of the foremost financial advisors for women.

  • Marie Forleo: Highlights her as a practical voice for women aiming for financial thriving.

  • Forbes.com: Notes her impact on a community of over 120,000 business owners in overcoming money blocks.

  • Kate Northrup: Acknowledges Denise as an honest and transparent guide for women's prosperity.

  • HuffPost: Stresses the value Denise shares regarding her business journey.

  • Carrie Green: Commends Denise for empowering women to create their dream lives.

  • Mel Wells: Appreciates Denise’s approach that emphasizes profitability without hustle and grind.

  • Susan Hyatt: Praises the book for offering practical guidance on entrepreneurship.

  • Maggie Berghoff: Notes her transformative guidance on business perspectives.

  • Leonie Dawson: Recognizes Denise’s expertise on the Law of Attraction.

  • Rebecca Campbell: Describes Denise as down-to-earth and relatable in her teachings.

  • Diana House: Acknowledges Denise as a powerful contemporary voice in business and finance.

  • Natalie MacNeil: Comments on her stress-free approach toward entrepreneurship.

  • Amanda Jane Daley: Sees Denise's book as an antidote to hustle culture.

  • Jennifer Kem: Recognizes her unique method of merging intentional manifesting and mindful actions.

  • Natalie Sisson: Speaks to Denise’s authenticity and inspiring nature.

  • Sarah Prout: Encourages from her perspective of balance in abundance creation.

  • Megan Dalla-Camina: Supports Denise’s pathways to prosperity without sacrificing mental health.

  • Marshawn Evans Daniels: Finds the message of aligning with divine design very compelling.

  • Elaine Pofeldt: Commends Denise for empowering a graceful entrepreneurial journey.

Contents

  • Introduction

  • Part I: Mindset

    • Chapter 1: Playing the Game of Business

    • Chapter 2: Three Money Mindset Blocks That Will Derail Your Business Success

    • Chapter 3: Millionaire Mindset Lessons

  • Part II: Business Models

    • Chapter 4: Designing a Chillpreneur Business

    • Chapter 5: Protecting the Golden Goose

    • Chapter 6: The Keyless Life

  • Part III: Money

    • Chapter 7: Big Pricing Mistakes

    • Chapter 8: How to Increase Your Prices Without Losing Clients

    • Chapter 9: Awkward Money Conversations Made Easy

  • Part IV: Marketing

    • Chapter 10: Cat Charming and Internet Dating

    • Chapter 11: The 1 Percent Conversion Rule

    • Chapter 12: Show Up, Be Seen, and Be Heard

    • Chapter 13: Make Offers, Make Money

  • Your Mission and Legacy

Introduction

  • Explains her experience, including anxiety and challenges faced during early entrepreneurial days.

  • Introduces the idea of Chillpreneur; a new type of entrepreneur who enjoys a balanced approach without the hustle culture.

  • Stresses that success doesn’t need to come at the cost of personal wellbeing.

Part I: Mindset

Chapter 1: Playing the Game of Business

  • Mindset: The primary determinant of success. Mindset must be cultivated.

  • Obstacles: Should be viewed as opportunities for growth.

  • Celebrating challenges turns failures into learning experiences, termed "chilltastrophes".

  • Perfectionism does not equate to profitability or success.

  • Mindset Shifts: Seeing setbacks as a mark of progress.

Chapter 2: Three Money Mindset Blocks

  1. Work Hard for Money: The cultural belief that equates effort with worth.

    • Commonly linked to upbringing and societal norms.

    • Embracing ease as part of business is vital.

  2. Help Others or Make Money: Incorrect belief that making money is exploitative.

    • Clients deserve your utmost professional services, and you deserve payment.

  3. More Money, More Problems: Perception that increased wealth brings additional issues.

    • The importance of aligning beliefs around money with positive outcomes.

Chapter 3: Millionaire Mindset Lessons

  1. There’s Always More Money: Abundance mindset is crucial.

  2. There Are Easier Ways to Make Money: Seek pathways of least resistance.

  3. I’m Allowed to Be Rich, Too: Self-permission is essential for acceptance of wealth.

Part II: Business Models

Chapter 4: Designing a Chillpreneur Business

  • Create a business that aligns with personal energy and needs.

  • Challenges are inevitable; strategies must be adapted to personal strengths and values.

Chapter 5: Protecting the Golden Goose

  • Golden Goose Analogy: As the source of your business, maintaining wellbeing is paramount.

  • Self-Care: Recognizing personal limits and energy capacity is essential for longevity in business.

  • Balance: The analogy emphasizes that over-exertion can jeopardize success.

Chapter 6: The Keyless Life

  • Simplification in life and business creates a more enjoyable experience.

  • Keyless Solutions: Find shortcuts to ease daily tasks and operations.

  • Systems should like the way of least resistance; automation and delegation appreciated.

Part III: Money

Chapter 7: Big Pricing Mistakes

  • Common pitfalls in setting prices include pricing by committee, undercharging, and working for free too long.

Chapter 8: How to Increase Your Prices Without Losing Clients

  • Recognizing when it’s necessary to raise prices based on market demand or self-worth.

Chapter 9: Awkward Money Conversations Made Easy

  • Approaching money conversations with confidence, utilizing pre-prepared scripts can ease discomfort.

Part IV: Marketing

Chapter 10: Cat Charming and Internet Dating

  • Describe marketing as a personal connection rather than a transactional process.

Chapter 11: The 1 Percent Conversion Rule

  • Overview of marketing realities; understanding that not everyone will purchase, normalizing rejection as part of business.

Chapter 12: Show Up, Be Seen, and Be Heard

  • Emphasizes visibility in marketing as crucial for generating business.

Chapter 13: Make Offers, Make Money

  • The importance of making clear offers to clients as foundational to growth.

Your Mission and Legacy

  • Legacy: Explores what entrepreneurs want to leave behind. Emphasizes woman empowerment.

  • The journey towards financial independence as coupled with creating positive change in the world.

Conclusion

  • Encourages readers to take steps towards self-defined personal and financial success. Highlights courage as vital in approaching business ideas and concepts.

References

Detailed citations of sources and personalities mentioned throughout the book, providing context and foundation for the ideas presented.

About the Author

A brief synopsis of Denise’s background and her mission of helping women find financial independence and a successful entrepreneurial path that avoids the pitfalls of burnout.

Additional Resources

Links to populate the online courses and further readings for personal development, business strategies, and community engagement in entrepreneurial settings.

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