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If the title feels aggressive, good—I'm actually back, bitches, and I missed the living sh*t out of this. It's 2026, and we are officially done with the era where work equals suffering; the only sane option left is to turn your business into a masterpiece. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on my radical healing journey, why I killed "Payday with Rayray" to launch Work of Art, and how you can survive the current "trust recession" by treating your brand like world-building. Buckle in, because I'm about to show you how to resurrect your inner artist and get paid for your creative genius before I peace out for motherhood (yep, there's a baby bump involved). Here's a glance at what you'll learn from me in this episode: The Rebrand: Why I shifted from "Payday" to "Work of Art" and why treating your business like an art project is the secret to longevity. The "Trust Recession": Why buyers are skeptical, why connection is the only currency that matters in 2026, and how to build it through a screen. World Building: How to view your personal brand like a fantasy novel (think Harry Potter) to create a community that people never want to leave. The Root System: Why most people fail at branding by focusing on the fruit (money/content) instead of the roots (who you intrinsically are). The Big Announcement: The details on my pregnancy, my upcoming RETIREMENT, and why this is your last chance to work with me. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:53 - Aggressively returning to the podcast and the table flip of 2023. 03:42 - Why work can be your heaven or your hell, and choosing to make it art. 09:00 - Resurrecting your inner artist 14:50 - The irony of my financial success 18:24 - The Trust Recession: Why shortcuts are destroying influence and how connection saves it. 21:25 - Personal Branding as World Building: Creating a universe for your community. 23:50 - Creator Catalyst: The mastermind for the face of the business. 27:55 - The Plot Twist: I'm pregnant, expecting in May, and retiring (again). Links: Creator Catalyst: https://joincreatorcatalyst.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelbell/ Work of Art Website: https://workofartpodcast.com/  

I'M BACK! It's been a long time since the last one of these Payday's with Rayray, but today I'm joined by my best friend Jessica Benstock to share with you all why I haven't been uploading and who better to talk about it with than Jessica, who's been right by my side. In this episode Jessica helps me unpack all that's happened since my last episode. I've received a ton of questions from all of you over the last year about my life transitions and how I've been handling them (and not handling them). I hope this conversation gives you a deeper understanding of why I've made some major shifts in my life and where I'm headed in the future. GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode and access to more business tips from Rayray here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/74 Here's a glance at what you'll hear from me in this episode:   Why I let go of every single client What happened to OCA and what caused me to give it all up How I plan to find and follow my north star

In this episode, I break down the 10 most surprising lessons that I learned in 2021 and how they've given me insight into how I'll approach 2022. From learning how to properly set boundaries, to reorientating my role, the lessons I've learned should help you in your plan of action for approaching this upcoming year. GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode and access to more business tips from Rayray here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/73 Here's a glance at what you'll hear from me in this episode:  How to create your focus for the new year The most important lessons to take into 2022 How to make the best choices for yourself Strategies to deal with ego death Plans for a new mastermind and community

In the first part of my conversation with Paige, you'll learn who Paige is and how we both met. Then we dive into how Paige helps women build unapologetic, honest, human-design based businesses and how I transitioned my business and relationships to achieve what OCA is today. GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode and access to more business tips from Rayray here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/72 You'll be able to find part 2 of our conversation on Undefined with Paige Michelle here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brutal-hilarious-truths-part-2-relationships-unhealthy/id1524466107?i=1000540159424 Here's a glance at what you'll hear from Paige and I in this episode:  How I made a personal transition to skyrocket my business Why you can (and should) make radical changes to improve yourself Why I don't follow ANYONE on Instagram How to undefine and empower yourself instead of disempowering yourself Being okay with people not liking your work or lifestyle How to avoid self-sabotage

If you've joined OCA, you may have bumped into Nik on one of your calls, but you may not know the journey he took from being a student of OCA to being an Enrolment Specialist with us. This episode is a deep dive into his journey and how he's not only transformed his own life, but the lives of many OCA students. If you've ever thought about joining OCA, this is the perfect episode to hear the pathway OCA can put you on. GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode and access to more business tips from Rayray here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/71 Here's a glance at what you'll hear from Nik and I in this episode:  Why Nik chose to join OCA and how it transformed his life Learning how to say yes to yourself and avoid distractions The most common fears of new OCA students and how to overcome them Why certifications don't equal success The value of having a support system How to put yourself in a community where your dreams are normal

Get ready to slide into those DM's people! In this episode, I'm going to share with you the 5 most important DM scripts that I personally use to convert my Instagram audience (and even cold prospects) into paying clients. GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode and access to more business tips from Rayray here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/70 Here's a glance at what you'll learn in this episode:  The scripts I use to connect and convert my prospective clients Why rejection in the DM's will make you stronger long-term How to identify the right person to send a DM to Why you should leverage the power of direct outreach How to overcome rejection and regret Why embracing awkwardness can lead you to more clients

No one likes to be stuck in the little leagues, and it's easy to blame others for that, but the most common reason for coaches to feel stuck in the mud is because they're listening to their own limiting beliefs. In this episode, I'll walk you through the limiting beliefs that once held me back and how you can overcome your own limiting beliefs to get yourself into the big leagues. GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode and access to more business tips from Rayray here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/69 Here's a glance at what you'll learn in this episode:  How to identify (and get over) your own limiting beliefs The limiting beliefs I had when starting my coaching career Why you should be comfortable in charging a high price How to not feel shame in what you create Why competition is good for business How to get comfortable in making sales

Let's dust off the cobwebs from your calendar so we can start filling it up with sales calls that WILL convert. In this episode, I'm going to teach you how I started filling up my calendar with sales calls, to a point where all my courses would sell out. GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode and access to more business tips from Rayray here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/68 Here's a glance at what you'll learn in this episode:  Why we transitioned OCA from cohort launches to an evergreen model to take students on every month. The secret to direct outreach and why it will lead to more sales calls How to develop your ideal client avatar and why you should be selective in who you reach out to Why your sales calls should be valuable to potential clients, even if they don't sign up How good design and copy can turn your booking page into a sales conversion machine

It's time for you to get another sneak peek at what goes on in my 6-Figure Coaching Biz Facebook group where I let you guys ask me anything on a live call each week. In this episode, I'll be sharing one of my past Q&A sessions where I talked about the perfect marketing plan, the top 3 mindset tips for a beginning entrepreneur and my best advice on how to overcome the anxiety of recording content in front of people. GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode and access to more business tips from Rayray here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/67 Here's a glance at what you'll learn from the Q&A call in this episode:  The 3 mindset tips you need when starting your entrepreneurial journey How to make every launch a success by implementing the ideal marketing plan If a new coach should start with one-on-one coaching or group coaching How to conduct your market research by asking the right questions The perfect way to get over the anxiety of filming IG content in front of people How you should price your coaching to attract clients but be fair on yourself

Every six months, Rachel will sit down to reflect on her life and the lessons learned so far. This time, that life update was recorded and you're about to hear Rachel delve into her past and answer questions that help reveal the mindset that has allowed more freedom, both in spirituality and business. GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/66 Here's a glance at what you'll hear in this episode:  How you can explore your spiritual journey within everyday tasks The fears that still hold Rachel back Why it's so important to express your emotions How Rachel and Allen connected The role psychedelics have played in Rachel's life Understanding what it is to live from a feminine perspective How self-doubt plays a role in life and methods to overcome it

Trust me, you don't need a huge audience to attract clients, so instead of chasing those Insta likes, start chasing REAL results. In this episode, I'm going to guide you through the three main steps to get clients and why none of them require a large audience. These steps are literally the simplest tools that you can implement to start seeing exponential growth.  GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode and access to more business tips from Rayray here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/65 Here's a glance at what you'll learn from me in this episode:  How to get your ideal client avatar without having an audience Why you should be sharing your client results The conversion skills to attract high-ticket clients What scripts you should use to interact with your potential customers How to create exponential and organic growth Why and how you should leverage Instagram stories

It's time for an ask me anything! If you're in the 6-Figure Coaching Biz Facebook Group, you'll know of the Q&A sessions that we have to give you an opportunity to ask me anything. If you didn't know of these sessions, it's your lucky day! Tune in to hear a replay of the Q&A session that took on the subject of why you need to ask for support. GAIN ACCESS to the Facebook group and full show notes here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/64 Here's a glance at what you'll learn from the Q&A call in this episode:  Why you will find value in asking for support. How you can support students in a group environment instead of a one-on-one call and strategies for guiding a group program. The best release schedule for offering new products and what you should test to see if your audience needs a new product. How to narrow down and find your ideal niche. Learn how to find what you love doing without worrying about money. The perfect balance between sharing vulnerability whilst establishing authority How to find consistency in the tasks that you don't enjoy

You've let it be known that you love listening in on coaching sessions, so buckle in, because here we go again! In this episode, Yehudis Smith, a conscious parenting coach, learns how to scale her coaching by turning her one-on-one sessions into group sessions. Listen in to hear the warning signs of why you may get stuck when trying to scale and why you should focus on a small, but loyal audience, instead of a large audience. The biggest takeaway from this coaching session is how to build your ideal client avatar and then attract it. So, if you're wanting to transition from one-on-one coaching, to a scalable program, get those headphones in, get your notepad ready and get ready to get that payday, baby! GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode and access to more business tips from Rayray here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/63 Here's a glance at what you'll learn in this episode:  How you can create your ideal client avatar (and why you should). How you can scale by creating a group program and overcoming the fear of losing the one-on-one connection. How you can improve your sales game. Why mindset is so important for coaches to master. The strategy behind building a smaller and loyal audience than trying to reach everyone.

Jessica Benstock runs the Phoenix Path Coaching Institute which aims to give coaches the training to master the art of holistic trauma coaching, depth healing and mentorship. Tune in to hear Jessica discuss the different energy defense styles that your clients fall into, how to trust your own intuition, and what the CIA knows about consciousness and how you can implement it into your own practice.  GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode and access to more business tips from Rayray here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/62 Here's a glance at what you'll learn from Jessica in this episode:  What it means to hold space and to be a great practitioner How you can build trust in intuition and how to pick up on subtleties Why you shouldn't rely on your intellect, but instead, focus on your client and your intuition What the CIA can teach you about consciousness How to notice different energy defense styles

Struggling to get the results you want from your sales? I'm going to walk you through the top 5 sales mistakes that I see coaches make and how you can overcome them to thrive on your future sales calls. GAIN ACCESS to the full show notes for this episode and access to more business tips from Rayray here: https://paydaywithrayray.com/episodes/61 Here's a glance at what you'll learn from me in this episode:  Why we need to flip the perception of sales and how to not come across as a "sleazy cars salesman." How a sales call isn't about convincing, but giving the potential client a clearer choice of how they can move forward. Why you should have a high intention to serve and a low attachment to taking anything personally. The 3 reasons why you may not enjoy sales and how to overcome the fear of rejection. The 5 reasons your sales aren't performing as much as you'd hope.