In this raw and real episode of the Inspired Focus Podcast , Jaime O'Connor dives deep into a question that’s been gnawing at her soul: Can we use powerful technologies like AI to create and innovate without perpetuating harmful, extractive systems? After years of building successful businesses and being immersed in creative flow, Jaime finds herself in a new kind of tension—loving the power and efficiency that AI offers while confronting the uncomfortable truth that these tools often come at a ...
Mar 20, 2025•20 min•Season 3Ep. 24
In this episode, Jaime explores the importance of having a safety net while pursuing purpose and taking the risks necessary to do your own thing. She discusses what it means to allow your passion to be your muse until it's ready to flourish financially. She also discusses the dangers of entrepreneurs telling their "inspiring" tales of coming back from failure without telling the whole story which often includes access to a safety net. And why creating your own safety net can help make your purpo...
Aug 03, 2023•23 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Does this sound familiar? Have you been told that the key to personal growth and fulfillment lies in constantly planning for the future or attaching yourself to certain outcomes? Yet, despite following this advice, you may be feeling stuck, unfulfilled, and disconnected from the present moment. It's time to break free from the cycle of attachment and discover the power of present-moment awareness for a truly enriching and transformative journey. When one listens to Lane Belone, his life experien...
Jul 27, 2023•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 22
In the car of your business, who is driving? Though money is a common answer, does that feel right to you? What if you allowed Intention behind the wheel? If we begin to ask ourselves, "How is my business leaving a legacy? What can I do today that will resonate through time?" This forward-thinking approach challenges us to look beyond immediate gains and consider the impact of our decisions on the well-being of all sentient beings, not just humans. This is just one of the many traditional struct...
Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Safeport Before Listening: This episode discusses difficult and sensitive topics, including masturbation, porn addiction, sexuality, and psychedelic harm Our guest today is Tyson Adams, a compassionate healer committed to aiding individuals navigate their personal journeys toward holistic wellness. For over a decade, Tyson has worked toward helping individuals unpack their personal narratives, using his mastery in bodywork, men's coaching, and psychedelic facilitation. His candid approach to con...
Jul 13, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 20
On this episode, Jaime confronts her fear of being wrong and invites listeners on a journey of vulnerability and stillness as she explores the irony of constantly seeking more while discovering the power and enoughness that already exists within. In this episode, you will be able to: Embrace your vulnerability, and see how admitting mistakes can be a stepping stone to personal growth. Harness stillness as a tool to tap into your inner wisdom and gain newfound clarity. Unravel the beauty of 'enou...
Jul 06, 2023•26 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Ever felt like you were sacrificing your happiness for the sake of success? Jason Portnoy did too, until he experienced a breakthrough moment that changed everything. But what was the unexpected twist that led him to completely shift the direction of his program? Find out in this emotional and inspiring transcript. In this episode, you will be able to: Explore the significance of prioritizing happiness while growing your business. Uncover the need for crystal clear business goals and why they im...
Jun 29, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Are you tired of hiding behind a mask of strength and perfection, only to feel empty inside? Do you crave a deeper connection with yourself and others? Jacob Kauffman has the solution to help you embrace your vulnerability for a lifetime of healing and growth. Discover the power of embracing your imperfections and unlocking your true potential to live a fulfilling and authentic life. In this episode, you will be able to: Grasp the crucial role of healing from trauma in pursuing authenticity and ...
Jun 22, 2023•55 min•Season 2Ep. 17
In the next season of the Inspired Focus podcast, host Jaime O'Connor interviews guests who delve into taboo and provocative topics, including plant medicine, social deconstruction, and porn addiction. But before tackling these topics, Jaime had to learn how to expand her capacity and learn my own lines of nervous system shutdown. Listen as she shares her journey and the tools she used to slow down and process her emotions to live a truly fulfilled life. The only question left unanswered is: wha...
Jun 15, 2023•38 min•Ep. 16
Nick Cavuoto is back this week and I'm so excited for you to listen. Nick uses Human Design to crack the code of his calling and build a business from a place of energetic clarity and empowerment, unlocking the secrets of his unique identity and revealing the power of confirmation bias. I highly encourage you to go back and listen to last week's episode if you haven't already to hear all about Nick's amazing story and how he discovered human design. It opened up a whole new world of understandin...
Feb 15, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Nick Cavuoto's journey from his rough upbringing to becoming a catalyst for others to find their unique contribution to the world is an inspiring story of overcoming half heartedness, personal responsibility, and commitment to discovering one's true calling. "It is only through taking ultimate personal responsibility to cure half heartedness that I have been able to unlock the vivid vision I have for my life and future and be the best version of who I am." Nick Cavuoto is a successful four-time ...
Feb 08, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 14
Straddling the line between business and spirituality, Kehla G, a 6/2 Generator, shares how to unlock your unique gifts and activate your entrepreneurial power with Human Design and Gene Keys. Kehla G is a spiritual Mindset coach specializing in working alongside entrepreneurs with their embodiment of the Human Design and Gene Keys to help them deeply trust themselves. She also has an incredible podcast with over 295 episodes and 75 interviews. Kehla G was looking for a way to bring her Mindset ...
Feb 01, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 13
Emily Wilcox, an entrepreneurial agency owner, embarks on a journey of personal growth and financial transformation, only to discover her true purpose and bravely birth a new paradigm of conscious wealth. "Money is such a great carrot for personal development. I think often if we're just dangling the carrot of more joy, we're like, look, you're going to have to really re-examine your childhood. You're going to have to feel the things that you stuffed down. It's going to feel like this disintegra...
Jan 25, 2023•53 min•Ep. 12
In this podcast episode, Raven Royce, a multi-talented ceremonialist and entrepreneur, takes us on a magical journey of surrender as she navigates the power of voice, music and art to find her true purpose and guide others to do the same. "I believe that we're all singers. I believe that singing is what the spirit does. And like my first voice teacher, catalyst, Dr. Tony Arugo, taught me when I was 13 years old, the voice is the spirit alive." Raven Royce is a multi-talented entrepreneur, ceremo...
Jan 18, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 11
I'm so excited for you to listen to this interview. Ron Lynch is someone who has probably impacted your life and you may not even know his name. In this episode, we dive into a powerful and unique recipe for life, free of shame and fear. "Losing the fear of being disliked is one of the most powerful things you can do." - Ron Lynch This episode passes on so much wisdom. We discuss how he was encouraged by Jeff Bridges to start writing, which he did, and writing led him to write screenplays. We di...
Jan 11, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 10
In this episode, Kate King, recently awarded the 2022 Best Counselor in Littleton, Colorado, reveals her mission to create a ripple effect of well-being and empowering joy in our world while she navigates the selflessness of being a mother and the duality of being a successful business owner. "I feel that sense of that light and I think I've always been really kind of familiar with how that light burns inside of me and wants to radiate outward." - Kate King Kate King is the founder and owner of ...
Jan 04, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 9
This week we are BACK with Part 2 of the Val Brown interviews. Val Brown is the CEO and founder of Val Brown Communications. We are continuing our interview from Part 1 so be sure to listen to that one first . In this episode, Jaime talks about the work she does with her clients and how it helps them to find their purpose and to be self-authored in their lives. She also talks about the importance of being in touch with your body and your intuition, and how this can help you to be more successful...
Dec 28, 2022•40 min•Ep. 8
In a world where we're told to mask our true selves, Sarah Ashley Wheeler is a breath of fresh air who leads with light, unapologetically owning her power and inspiring others to do the same. Sarah Ashley Wheeler is a self-love and empowerment coach who helps women step into their power and purpose. She is the founder of She Leads With Light, a community of women who are committed to living their truth and making a difference in the world. Sarah is also a spirit channeler and energy healer who h...
Dec 21, 2022•43 min•Ep. 7
Unlock your freedom and take the leap of faith with Jesse Elder - the mentor to trust in your journey of entrepreneurship and personal growth. Jesse Elder is an entrepreneur, coach, and mentor who has made a big impact on the lives of many people. He is the creator of LXG, a coaching program for people making a massive impact on the world, and is passionate about helping people find their voice and create value to make a difference. The main takeaways from this episode are how entrepreneurs can ...
Dec 14, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 6
This week we are switching things up. I have on my great friend Val Brown and she’s asking me the questions. Val Brown has been an inspiration, a mage, a guide, and a CEO who saw in me the things I didn't see in myself yet, before I really stepped into this work. I’m so honored that she agreed to interview me. In this episode, Val asks the BEST questions. This is a real and raw conversation and I’m so excited for you to tune in. Listen to hear my story of how facing my shadows became the catalys...
Nov 30, 2022•39 min•Ep. 5
Keri Ford overcomes anxiety by unbecoming who she thought she needed to be, in a process of grief and self-discovery that redefines success. "The unbecoming never really ends." Keri Ford is the CEO & Founder of Elevate with Keri – an elite transformational coaching movement and luxury brand dedicated to serving and elevating women’s emotional intelligence and whole-body high performance. Her unique online influence and programs have transformed the lives of thousands of women across the glob...
Nov 22, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 4
On today’s episode, I’m speaking with the incredible Mike Kim. Being one of the inspirations for making this podcast, I knew I had to invite him to be on one of the first episodes. Mike Kim is a brand strategist who helps businesses and thought leaders create an impact with their ideas and get their message to the world. He has been featured on Entrepreneur, Huffington Post and is the author of the Wall Street Journal bestselling book, You Are The Brand: The 8-Step Blueprint to Showcase Your Uni...
Nov 15, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 3
Hello beautiful people! I am so excited because this episode I have on Erik Cabral. Erik is one of the key people who inspired this podcast. He loves to share his decades of experience in creative, branding, and marketing strategies as well as helping others leverage the power within the podcasting platform. In this episode we discuss: How building community is your greatest asset The transition from being enveloped in the money-focused corporate America into the balance he has now How entrepren...
Nov 15, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 2
Today’s episode I get to introduce you to one of my favorite humans, Molly Mahoney ( @thepreparedperformer )… The Prepared Performer. She speaks on the biggest marketing stages in the world and has helped thousands get on camera comfortably so they can sell and market their business as their most authentic selves. Most people today know her as a former musical theater actress turned brilliant marketer and business coach who teaches business owners to perform and sell on camera as their most auth...
Nov 15, 2022•57 min•Ep. 1
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