This project started off as a fun idea about how many snarky one-liners we could fit into a clip episode and morphed into something incredible. Listening back to all these incredible guests, it was damn near impossible to choose who made the cut. But now that we’re here I couldn’t be more pleased - this is some serious business wisdom that’s as close to downloading a book directly to your brain as you could get. If you love listening to podcasts on 2x so you can listen to EVEN MORE podcasts, thi...
Mar 15, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 109
Matt’s a multitalented man who’s figured out how to run not just one, but four different businesses. He’s got a unique perspective on how to “make it” in the world of business – one that considers where we come from (and what resources we have available to us). If you’re ready to make the most out of what you’ve already got, this one is for you. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Fired by family: here’s what happened when Matt’s own father fired (ahem, “freed”) him from his lucrative yet pass...
Mar 08, 2023•52 min•Ep. 108
Have you ever had one of those ‘AHA’ moments pop up in the most random of places? That’s what happened to Simone as she was riding through London on a double-decker bus, thousands of miles from home. As she rolled past all the unhappy faces, she made a choice to take back her power and get what she wanted from life. Listen now to learn how to tap into that power for yourself. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Feeling like you don’t have it all figured out? Hey, join the club! We’re thinking ...
Mar 01, 2023•37 min•Ep. 107
Too many of us wind up in leadership positions by default - either because we had the most experience or because we started our own thing and needed to bring on support staff. But truly leading people goes a lot deeper than knowing all the steps and creating the perfect “to do” list. Join us for a fascinating breakdown of human behavior that’ll have you embracing your newfound leadership skillz. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Wanna know the REAL secret sauce to becoming the kind of rockst...
Feb 22, 2023•53 min•Ep. 106
Being “the expert” is the epitome of business success… or is it? Michelle goes beyond expertise with her clients. She’s on a mission to help others become thought leaders. If you’ve got a vision for doing more with your biz, you gotta check this episode out. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Raise your hand if you’ve been personally victimized by unnecessary complexity in your business. Michelle defines what business is at its core… and SPOILER ALERT: it’s simple AF. Myth Busting Edition 105...
Feb 15, 2023•54 min•Ep. 105
Jacki approached each step of her career like a scientist. Everything was an experiment she could learn from — including failure. With each lesson, not only did her business evolve, so did Jacki! To find out what happens when you embrace trying new things in your biz, listen now. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Starting this episode off with a rebel yell: failure is an event, NOT your identity. If setbacks and hiccups in your biz have you feeling like a loser, let Jacki and I share a diffe...
Feb 08, 2023•36 min•Ep. 104
Jeremy started his sales career going door-to-door, armed with OG sales scripts. He quickly learned just how much those “traditional” methods suck. That inspired Jeremy to get curious about sales and psychology. He wrote his own (hugely successful) sales script, one that leaves him and his prospect feeling excited! If you find sales more cringey than your middle school haircut, I (lovingly) demand you listen to this one! Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Jeremy has an important message—the b...
Feb 01, 2023•30 min•Ep. 103
What’s bookkeeping? What’s marketing? *PING* Did I just get an email? My guest, Erin, felt the tug of being pulled in every direction when starting her biz. Then she found her footing by embracing her beginner status, and using it to fail her way forward. If you’ve been feeling the pressure to get things perfect in your business, this one’s for you. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Spoiler Alert: that whole “I don’t know what I’m doing” feeling never really goes away. Erin’s six years in an...
Jan 25, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 102
This episode is a total banger. Sarah and I talk about all the things that get me good and fired up! Travel, unnecessary suffering in business, why the news is crap and so much more. It might sound like a string of random tangents, but there’s a common thread in it all—creating success in a way that brings you joy and ease. Listen now. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: When Sarah was starting up her tourism business in 2007, she was oblivious to the looming recession… and turns out, that was...
Jan 18, 2023•58 min•Ep. 101
This episode was a multi-month labor of love. I couldn’t have done it without the dream team - Amy Cook, James Ede, Claire Fernan, Enda Ndungu, and Laura Valenti. Fun fact: the first cut of this episode clocked in at 3 hours and 58 minutes. Somehow we managed to cut it back to what you’ll be hearing today. If you love listening to podcasts on 2x so you can listen to MORE podcasts, this episode will be right up your alley. 25 guests in roughly 90 minutes… and GO! Can’t-Miss Moments From This Epis...
Jan 11, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 100
There are coaches that fluff you up. There are coaches that leave you feeling deflated… then there’s Brian. His approach is all about building the muscle of trusting yourself. And as a client of his, I can tell you first hand his shit works! We all have greatness inside us, is it time to tap into yours? Listen now. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Many of us become entrepreneurs to escape the corporate cage… yet put ourselves back behind the bars with our own biz. Brian kicks off this episo...
Dec 21, 2022•54 min•Ep. 98
I can’t get enough of this episode. Ashleigh and I both get good ranty about what it takes to build a bougie business and a bougie life (read: the life you want, whether others think it’s “practical” or “attainable” or not – you build YOUR life and let them worry about their own practicalities!). And don’t let the word bougie fool you… this one’s all about curating your business to achieve the life you want. Listen now! Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Ashleigh and I know your dirty secret…...
Dec 14, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 97
Bel is on a mission to create a generation of healthy, food literate children across the globe. The only thing as big as her ambition are the challenges Bel’s faced on her entrepreneurial journey. We’re talking financial hits, Pandemic pivots, and everything in between. Listen now to find out how you can deliberately strengthen your resiliency muscles and build up staying power. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Bel’s business had barely started when she got hit with a big financial whammy. ...
Dec 07, 2022•46 min•Ep. 96
Heads up: Amanda and I cover a lot of ground in this episode. We’re talking life-altering events, massive achievements (like climbing Mount Kilimanjaro!), and even an impromptu concert mid-podcast! To me, the most impressive thing of all is how Amanda has stayed true to herself and grounded in her personal values through it all. If you’ve ever wondered what deep breaths and clear intentions could possibly help you do, this episode will blow your damn mind. Prepare to be inspired! Can’t-Miss Mome...
Nov 30, 2022•50 min•Ep. 95
Early in her business, Sage knew she wanted to take more time off. Her approach to making it happen was mind-blowingly simple—she just scheduled it. That intentional decision created a domino effect. Sage’s business evolved to fit in the space created for it. She leveraged systems and fine-tuned them so neither her nor her business felt a time crunch. If you’ve been feeling like the days are long but the years are short in your biz, this one is for you. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Gett...
Nov 23, 2022•43 min•Ep. 94
Jen’s business is a mix of mentorship, branding, and fashion (she’s got style!). While that all may seem like a lot to focus on, for Jen, it made perfect sense… especially after she had the courage to let go of others’ approval. It started by asking herself one simple question — “What would really fulfill you?” If you’ve been waiting for permission to do things your way, this one’s for you. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Myth busting: creativity is more than drawing, singing, or all the o...
Nov 16, 2022•44 min•Ep. 93
Lucy’s business is all about being authentic to yourself… which isn’t surprising considering her debut as an entrepreneur came hot off the heels of being fired for speaking her mind. But great things happen when you dare to be bold and 100% yourself. Things like creating the life you want! If you’ve been holding back on yourself, this one’s for you. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Lucy and I love our dads to pieces, but their career advice was geared more to the “suit and pantyhose” variet...
Nov 09, 2022•38 min•Ep. 92
Sarry’s entrepreneurial journey made him realize there were questions he didn't even know existed (let alone know the answers to!). To create his successful financial firm, he had to get good at following the questions, finding the resources, and connecting the dots. If not knowing all the answers RIGHT NOW has you stuck and feeling like an imposter, this episode’s for you. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: “I don’t know” is actually NOT the worst answer you can give to a question… and Sarry...
Nov 02, 2022•37 min•Ep. 91
If you’re creative, systematization, SOPs, and checklists (oh my!) might sound like some corporate stiff is sucking all the fun out of your business. But the exact opposite is true for my guest Simon (and most successful business owners I know) — systems and SOPs led to more time, energy, and even joy! If you’re struggling with the idea of becoming “replaceable” in your business, this episode is for you. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: True or False: luck is something that happens to you. ...
Oct 26, 2022•47 min•Ep. 90
For someone who loves organization, you might think the nitty-gritty details are what keeps Brittany fired up in her business. It’s actually her vision that keeps her going, and that is to create freedom and opportunity for her and her family. That’s what helped Brittany push forward, despite the ups and downs of her business. If you could use a little organization and efficiency (and maybe even a little more focus?), this is an episode you can’t miss! Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Let’s...
Oct 19, 2022•50 min•Ep. 89
Ari knew to get the right support to really grow her business, she had to leave Bali. Cue the head trash! Before she could get too far down the “what if?” path, she caught herself and deliberately chose a different strategy - more along the lines of “Let’s try it and see what happens!” If all the things you’re scared of failing at (like starting over in another country!) are keeping you at a standstill, this one’s for you. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Confession: I’ve gotten some surpri...
Oct 12, 2022•35 min•Ep. 88
At the height of her corporate career, Heather got the call from her boss: I’m flying into town and we should talk. That’s how she got thrown head-first into the entrepreneurial world. She was able to transform that uber uncomfortable experience into a purpose and passion-driven business. To find out what happens when you let go of perfection and embrace being human, listen now. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: A one-person business doesn’t need a brand, right? WRONG! Heather explains why y...
Oct 05, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 87
Laurie-Ann’s path to becoming a kick-ass public speaker started with a baby step — looking people in the eyes as a painfully shy teenage clerk at the grocery store. Laurie-Ann recognized at a young age that all the things that didn’t come naturally were just habits she could develop. If you’ve been thinking you don’t have the natural skills for biz, this episode’s for you. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: What to say when someone asks, “Have you done this before?” (Hint: your answer shouldn...
Sep 28, 2022•54 min•Ep. 86
Behdad’s business philosophy is simple: When you put good people together, great things happen. But as Behdad and I discuss today, simple doesn’t always mean easy. From making and losing business partners, letting go of control and overcoming self-doubt, we cover so much fantastic goodness today (rants included!). Listen now. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Everyone gets it, my friend. The client gets it. You get it… the only challenge is “it” is different for both of you. Thankfully the s...
Sep 21, 2022•46 min•Ep. 85
Richard wasn’t willing to compromise his dreams of creating a life he loved. He brings that same passion and dedication to his business, day in and day out. To find someone so true to their ethics in business is rare and refreshing. This episode is jam-packed full of perspective shifting insight to running a people-first business. If you’re looking to strengthen the relationships within your biz (hint: you absolutely should be, if you’re not already!) this one’s for you. Can’t-Miss Moments From ...
Sep 14, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 84
When the opportunity presented itself for Brittany to shift her business from massage therapy to copywriting, she took a different approach than most. She fully embraced and announced her new identity with enthusiasm (even when she didn’t feel fully ready). If you think everyone has it all figured out, this one’s for you because spoiler alert: we’re all just making it up as we go! Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: “Umm, can I really call myself that?” If you’ve been waiting around for the Ma...
Sep 07, 2022•35 min•Ep. 83
After someone pointed out that being vegan could be a big differentiator for her biz, Mitali decided to lean in to her ethical sourcing and vegan lifestyle. She chose not to let the fear of judgment stop her from being 100% authentic in every aspect of her life – for better or worse. Instead of a big backlash or having to shut down, unexpected doors opened, and she found a whole new world of entrepreneurs who embraced her. If you’re ready to add more YOU into your biz, this one’s for you (and if...
Aug 31, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 82
When Jude first started his business at 17, all he had were some business cards and the faith of his teacher. Turns out, that was all he needed to get started! There were plenty of tough lessons along the way (car repos, imposter syndrome, and major burnout to name a few). But even with the setbacks, Jude developed his own way of reminding himself just how far he’d come, which helped him believe he could keep going. If you’ve lost sight of your progress, this one’s for you. Can’t-Miss Moments Fr...
Aug 24, 2022•54 min•Ep. 81
There’s always plenty of talk about goals and outcomes when it comes to business, but there’s one thing not mentioned… a lot of those “success” measurements are beyond our control. That’s exactly why Vicky takes a completely different approach with her business and clients. It’s one that embraces experimentation, mistakes, and sharing your unique value and gifts. Been waiting for permission to be YOU in your business? Here it is! Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: PSA: not meeting a goal does...
Aug 17, 2022•56 min•Ep. 80
Once Alexandra became a nurse, she quickly realized things weren’t what she expected. Rather than get discouraged, she doubled down on educating herself and finding solutions to empower the people she served. Never compromising her value or her energy, Alexandra found new ways to be of service WHILE getting what she wanted in life. Listen now if you’ve been looking for ways to balance taking care of yourself and your clients. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: It takes a lifetime to build and...
Aug 10, 2022•31 min•Ep. 79
