The Online Business Manager Show with Sarah Noked

• The Real Reason You’re Capped at $5K Months as an Online Business Manager (And How to Break Through)

  You’re booked out, delivering results, and working harder than ever… so why does your income keep stalling at $5K months?In this episode of “The OBM Show”, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the most common plateaus OBMs face: the dreaded $5K ceiling. If you’ve hit that wall where every month feels maxed out, but your bank account doesn’t reflect your effort, you’re not alone and you’re not doing anything “wrong.”The truth is, $5K months don’t mean you’ve made it. They mean your current business model has reached its limit. And breaking through requires a very different approach than the hustle that got you here.Here’s what we cover:Why selling time instead of transformation automatically caps your income How retainer fatigue keeps OBMs drained and underpaid The role premium offers play in positioning you as a true leader Why your positioning matters as much as your delivery (and how to shift it)How to stop undercharging for COO-level results What it really looks like to step into OBM-CEO mode and grow beyond $5KWhether you’re deep in the $5K hustle or just starting to feel the cracks, this episode will show you what’s keeping you stuck and how to finally move into consistent, sustainable growth without burning out.---------------Thanks for tuning in to The OBM Show - your go-to podcast for Online Business Managers and entrepreneurs who want to scale strategically and sustainably. If this episode resonated with you, be sure to follow the show and leave a review. It helps more aspiring and established Online Business Managers find this content and grow their businesses with confidence. ✨ Ready to take the next step? Grab your free OBM Starter Kit → obmschool.com/starter Explore more tools and trainings → obmschool.com/resources Learn about becoming a CPD-certified Accredited Online Business Manager → obmaccreditation.com 🧭 Not sure where to start?Find out your OBM Archetype and get personalized next steps → obmschool.com/quiz 📺 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to our Youtube Channel and hit the bell icon to get notified when we drop a new video → youtube.com/@SarahNokedOBM Until next time, keep building the business behind the business.

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• From Task-Taker to Strategic Partner: How to Lead Proactive Client Meetings

  Your client meetings should showcase your leadership—not just your note-taking skills.Join Sarah Noked in this episode of The OBM Show as she reveals a simple, repeatable framework to turn every meeting into a strategic, value-packed session that builds trust, strengthens your authority as an operational professional and leader, and supports premium pricing.Here’s what we cover:The pre-meeting power play that builds unshakable confidence before you even join the call.How to craft a strategic agenda that immediately frames you as the leader in the room.Simple facilitation techniques to guide the conversation and keep your clients on track.The single most powerful phrase you can use when you don't know the answer to a question.The story of our student Maria, who used this framework to raise her OBM rates by 30% in a single quarter.Stop letting your strategic brilliance stay behind the scenes. This episode gives you the tools to step into your leadership role, facilitate meetings that "wow" your clients, and get paid for your strategic mind—not just your ability to complete tasks.---------------Thanks for tuning in to The OBM Show - your go-to podcast for Online Business Managers and entrepreneurs who want to scale strategically and sustainably. If this episode resonated with you, be sure to follow the show and leave a review. It helps more aspiring and established Online Business Managers find this content and grow their businesses with confidence. ✨ Ready to take the next step? Grab your free OBM Starter Kit → obmschool.com/starter Explore more tools and trainings → obmschool.com/resources Learn about becoming a CPD-certified Accredited Online Business Manager → obmaccreditation.com 🧭 Not sure where to start?Find out your OBM Archetype and get personalized next steps → obmschool.com/quiz 📺 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to our Youtube Channel and hit the bell icon to get notified when we drop a new video → youtube.com/@SarahNokedOBM Until next time, keep building the business behind the business.

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• A Day in the Life of OBM Andrea Ventim (From Burnout to Booked Out)

  What does it really look like to go from overworked and underfulfilled to confidently running a fully booked OBM business on your own terms?In this episode of The OBM Show, I’m joined by Andrea Ventim, an Accredited OBM and OBM School alumni who shares her inspiring (and refreshingly honest) journey from burnout to building a thriving business supporting top coaches as their business partner.Before launching her OBM business, Andrea spent nearly two decades behind the scenes of one of the biggest names in personal development—coordinating events, managing VIP programs, and doing all the things. But despite her stacked resume, imposter syndrome and people-pleasing kept her stuck, until she decided to go all in and make a change.Here’s what we cover:How Andrea went from “Can I really do this?” to confidently owning her OBM title The mindset shift that helped her set (and stick to) firm boundaries in her businessWhy niching down and saying “yes” only to full-body yes clients changed everything How she doubled her income and her time offHer exact 15–20 hour work week schedule What it really means to build a business aligned with the life you actually wantWhether you’re in the messy middle of a pivot or dreaming about what’s next, I hope this conversation will push you to take the leap—even if you don’t feel 100% ready.—-----------Thanks for tuning in to The OBM Show - your go-to podcast for Online Business Managers and entrepreneurs who want to scale strategically and sustainably. If this episode resonated with you, be sure to follow the show and leave a review. It helps more aspiring and established Online Business Managers find this content and grow their businesses with confidence. ✨ Ready to take the next step? Grab your free OBM Starter Kit → obmschool.com/starter Explore more tools and trainings → obmschool.com/resources Learn about becoming a CPD-certified Accredited Online Business Manager → obmaccreditation.com 🧭 Not sure where to start?Find out your OBM Archetype and get personalized next steps → obmschool.com/quiz 📺 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to our Youtube Channel and hit the bell icon to get notified when we drop a new video → youtube.com/@SarahNokedOBM Until next time, keep building the business behind the business.

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• The Overlooked Superpower: How to Set and Enforce Boundaries to Scale Your OBM Business

  Do you find yourself answering client emails at 10 PM or easily saying "yes" to out-of-scope requests just to be helpful, only to feel drained and resentful later on?"Boundary Burnout" is all too common among online service professionals and it only holds your businesses back (and makes you feel a bit crazy!). In this episode of The OBM Show, Sarah Noked dismantles the myth that setting boundaries makes you seem “unhelpful”. Instead, she reveals why professional boundaries are the foundation of respect and the secret to scaling your business without sacrificing your peace of mind. You'll get the exact language and a practical framework to build fences around your time and expertise.Here’s what we’ll cover:Why setting boundaries is an act of leadership, not rigidity.How to proactively set expectations in your client onboarding so there are no surprises.The powerful "Yes, And" method to handle scope creep with confidence and grace.Word-for-word scripts to gently (but firmly) redirect clients who cross your boundaries.The story of an OBM who went from the edge of burnout to regaining 10+ hours a week by implementing these strategies.Whether you're a seasoned OBM or just starting out, this episode gives you the permission slip and the practical tools you need to protect your energy, command respect, and build a more profitable and sustainable business.---------------------Thanks for tuning in to The OBM Show - your go-to podcast for Online Business Managers and entrepreneurs who want to scale strategically and sustainably. If this episode resonated with you, be sure to follow the show and leave a review. It helps more aspiring and established Online Business Managers find this content and grow their businesses with confidence. ✨ Ready to take the next step? Grab your free OBM Starter Kit → obmschool.com/starter Explore more tools and trainings → obmschool.com/resources Learn about becoming a CPD-certified Accredited Online Business Manager → obmaccreditation.com 🧭 Not sure where to start?Find out your OBM Archetype and get personalized next steps → obmschool.com/quiz 📺 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to our Youtube Channel and hit the bell icon to get notified when we drop a new video → youtube.com/@SarahNokedOBM Until next time, keep building the business behind the business.

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• A Day in the Life of OBM Desiree Silveira – Building a Business Around Her Values and Family

  What does it really look like to build a successful OBM business around your values, lifestyle, and family?In this behind-the-scenes episode of The OBM Show, I’m joined by Desiree Silveira—OBM School grad, Accredited OBM, and a vital strategic partner inside our internal team. From juggling launches to managing client strategy and raising her daughter, Dez has intentionally designed a business that supports her life, not the other way around.We’re unpacking what it means to step into strategic leadership, the confidence it takes to work with premium international clients, and how Dez went from overbooked freelancer to fully aligned business owner—with more revenue and fewer hours.Here’s what we cover:How Dez transitioned from doing “all the things” to becoming an Accredited OBMThe mindset shift that helped her confidently land high-ticket clientsHow she plans her week to stay focused, flexible, and profitableWhy anchoring into your values helps you attract the right clientsWhat saying no has to do with long-term successWhether you're just starting your OBM journey or craving a more sustainable business model, this episode will help you reimagine what’s possible when you build with intention.----------------------------Thanks for tuning in to The OBM Show - your go-to podcast for Online Business Managers and entrepreneurs who want to scale strategically and sustainably. If this episode resonated with you, be sure to follow the show and leave a review. It helps more aspiring and established Online Business Managers find this content and grow their businesses with confidence. ✨ Ready to take the next step? Grab your free OBM Starter Kit → obmschool.com/starter Explore more tools and trainings → obmschool.com/resources Learn about becoming a CPD-certified Accredited Online Business Manager → obmaccreditation.com 🧭 Not sure where to start?Find out your OBM Archetype and get personalized next steps → obmschool.com/quiz 📺 Prefer to watch? Subscribe to our Youtube Channel and hit the bell icon to get notified when we drop a new video → youtube.com/@SarahNokedOBM Until next time, keep building the business behind the business.

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