Ever take over a company after working for the owner? That's exactly what today's guest, Bernie DeSantis III, did... and it came with its own unique learning curve. Tune in as Bernie shares his entrepreneurial journey from corporate trainer to business owner. We rant about a little of everything, from the fine art of networking to improving sales. Listen now! Can't-miss moments: Bernie shares a neat trick for getting in front of the right people, even if you realize belatedly you're in front of ...
May 15, 2024•45 min•Ep. 169
If you've ever felt like the world was trying to put you in a box, Shannon Villalba is here to help you break that box wide open. She's a badass lawyer who's not afraid to bring her whole self to the table, blending her practical legal strategy with her "woo" side. If you're curious how contracts and crystals connect... you're gonna want to hear this. It'll inspire you to create something in alignment with who you truly are. Can't-miss moments: What do you do when hit with a devastating diagnosi...
May 08, 2024•38 min•Ep. 168
Two menaces to polite society sit down to record a podcast... My friend Reese Spykerman and I get good and ranty on what it means to be a creative entrepreneur, how to know if you're too early or too late, and why taking a job doesn't make you a total failure in the business world. Her fascinating 20-year journey is full of pivots, burnouts, and imposter syndrome galore. But here's the kicker: every "failure" led her to exactly where she needed to be. Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode: Intrep...
May 01, 2024•43 min•Ep. 167
**content warning: we talk about suicidal ideation and how common it can be among entrepreneurs. If you're sensitive to that, proceed with caution. If you need help please dial 988** INCREDIBLE. That's the word I've got for today's convo with Shulamit Ber Levtov, The Entrepreneur's Therapist. This one goes deep into the emotional rollercoaster of running a business, including the importance of self-care, vulnerability, and seeking support. If you're ready to get real about the mental health stru...
Apr 24, 2024•51 min•Ep. 166
I LOVE today's convo with burnout recovery coach and Enneagram expert, Hillarie Kay. Not only does she have deep personal experience with burnout (her very first story is about winding up in the hospital with a presumed heart attack, only to think, "I don't have time to rest, give me drugs!")... she has a deep understanding of what drives us to burnout in the first place. If you've ever found yourself wondering if there's more to life than "rise and grind," this one's for you. Can't-Miss Moments...
Apr 17, 2024•48 min•Ep. 165
I LOVE this episode. I sat down with Meredith and Lindsey of The Village Center. These two kickass entrepreneur moms are disrupting the myth that you have to do it all alone as a parent and a business owner. We challenge the cultural norms that set parents up for burnout, reveal why believing in your vision is not just woowoo nonsense, and talk a surprising amount about nipple cream. If you've ever felt like you're getting it all wrong, you'll love their refreshing perspective on how success and...
Apr 10, 2024•45 min•Ep. 164
Ever wanted to get in the media? You're going to love today's guest, my friend Adela Hussain. This episode covers a little bit of everything, from the power of being unapologetically yourself to becoming an "accidental expert" to business breakups. We'll show you how to lean into those often-ignored "elephant in the room" conversations that most experts tiptoe around, but that truly resonate with audiences. Can't-miss moments from this episode: The magic 5-word statement that helps me uncover ab...
Apr 03, 2024•43 min•Ep. 163
A developer and a marketer walk into a podcast studio... This is a great one. Rob Broadhead and I are on our respective soapboxes about the lost art of genuine relationship building... especially as AI becomes more prevalent. Forget cold outreach and spammy tactics - we're making human connection STUPIDLY simple. I couldn't script this one if I tried - Rob brings the real talk and together we'll have you rethinking your entire outreach strategy. Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode: Collecting b...
Mar 27, 2024•43 min•Ep. 162
Diva Diaz joins us today FROM A CASTLE to talk about carving out your own path. I'm still in awe of how ranty we both got about false narratives perpetuated by all the gurus... because the energy throughout this whole convo is so calming. Diva shared brilliant insights on how to keep moving forward through overwhelm, strong feelings, and all the fits and starts that we face. Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode: You don't need a new plan or the OnE SEcrEt HaCk - you need better filters. Diva and...
Mar 20, 2024•44 min•Ep. 161
I don't say this lightly: this episode made me feel like I could go lift cars and kick through walls. I sat down to chat with incredible serial entrepreneur Luis Scott about his journey from aspiring pro baseball player to having three successful multimillion dollar businesses in different niches. The best part is hearing about all the businesses that DIDN'T succeed... Luis's approach will have you rethinking your definitions of "success" and "failure". Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode: "It ...
Mar 13, 2024•36 min•Ep. 160
Are you struggling with growth, stuck in overwhelm, or unsure how to level up? You're gonna love my chat with Dr. David Pearce on reinventing your business (without starting over from scratch). From moving practices across state lines to shifting from dentistry to coaching, David shares hard-won wisdom on pivoting. Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode: Why Honda Civic drivers are the chihuahuas of the open road (plus my own story of a dental emergency that left me feeling GREAT)... Myth busting:...
Mar 06, 2024•44 min•Ep. 159
I was instantly sold on talking to attorney Matthew Davis when he told me about his heavy metal band, Geriatric Steel. This conversation does not disappoint! We covered everything from how to weed out "energy vampires" to why you gotta walk in your employees' shoes if you really want to lead. Plus we get into hiring horror stories, fixing foundational business problems, and why you gotta believe in your people's dreams before anything else. Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode: I almost spat cof...
Feb 28, 2024•44 min•Ep. 158
You're in for a treat with today's guest: Bob Beverley, minister-turned-therapist. He's on a mission to make his 70s his best decade yet, and to let his light shine. We talk about a little bit of everything, from chasing your passion at any age, to putting yourself out there when it's scary, to why you should give less f*cks. Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode: "It's too late for me, go on without me!" drama is not allowed here: Bob shares what put him on the path to becoming a therapist at 34...
Feb 21, 2024•44 min•Ep. 157
Today I'm joined by the FABULOUS Aleasha Bahr. We're talking about where the "ick factor" comes from and what most people get horribly wrong about selling (which inadvertently adds the "ick"). We'll show you how to rethink your relationship with sales - a critical step to building a successful business. This one is like a whole high-level sales training packed into 40 minutes... listen now! Can't-Miss Moments: My "walk of shame": the thought process that led me to dropping flyers on local busine...
Feb 14, 2024•39 min•Ep. 156
I sat down with physician turned entrepreneur Dr. Christopher Loo expecting to chat about his journey from medicine to business. But we ended up covering a little bit of everything, how we're conditioned to be good workers to how we have to get good at giving AND receiving if we want abundance to flow. Join us for rants about corporate greed, why aiming for an "A" is holding you back, and our take on which marketing tactics NOT to use. Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode: To cold pitch or not t...
Feb 07, 2024•43 min•Ep. 155
Please welcome to the show the DELIGHTFULLY unfiltered Erin Marcus of Conquer Your Business. Strap in folks, 'cause this one is all about embracing your own special brand of weird, leaving toxicity in the rearview, and writing your own damn rules. Tune in for inspiration on how to design your ideal life and career around your unique talents and interests. Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode: The "Year of Failure" experiment: Erin gets real about giving herself a year to figure things out where ...
Jan 31, 2024•42 min•Ep. 154
Ever felt like you were pretending to be "normal" at work when your brain is a FDA-unapproved jittery mess? You'll love my conversation with today's guest, Kristen Stelzer of Weirdly Wired Women (how cool is that name?). We're exploring how finally embracing our ADHD diagnoses helped us quiet the noise and design careers that work with, not against, our unique wiring. Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode: Welcome to ADHD adulthood: we got confusion! Kristen and I share what prompted us to seek a...
Jan 24, 2024•46 min•Ep. 153
Jen Hope is back for round two today, and I can't WAIT for you to hear this one. We're digging into that nebulous idea of "leadership" and why it's not a dealbreaker if you don't feel like a leader most days. Can't-Miss Moments: Jen and I rap on the "unconscious competence" conundrum, and how to see yourself more objectively (and AWESOMELY) Bold claim: resistance is a GOOD thing, and something to lean into instead of avoid. Jen and I have some ideas on how you can use those hard lessons as lever...
Jan 17, 2024•53 min•Ep. 152
Today I’m joined by my Marisa Corcoran! Marisa is the brains behind Copy Confidence Society, where she helps coaches and creatives craft copy that attracts dream clients. We're both proud 'hookers with a heart of gold'—no, it's not what you're thinking (you'll have to listen to get the full story). This episode is full of so much gold. We're diving into authenticity, giving 'professionalism' the middle finger, and giving you a sneak peek into our wild digital nomad adventures... Listen now! Can’...
Jan 10, 2024•41 min•Ep. 151
Say hello to Justin, well known for being one of the funniest copywriters out there. Post-divorce and some serious business evolution, he realized cracking jokes every minute didn’t feel quite right. What’s a funny guy to do when jokes have become part of the brand? Justin's here to school us on the art of rolling with punches, and embracing the fact that, like fine wine, we humans grow, change, and get better with time… Listen now! Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: If you've been donning th...
Jan 03, 2024•50 min•Ep. 146
How many of us have had ideas, goals, visions that left those around us scratching their heads? Enda gets it. As she wisely put it, "They didn't get the vision—I did." No amount of explaining can change that. If fear of others' reactions is holding you back, Enda and I have some gold nuggets just for you. Listen now! Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Wake up and smell the cortisol: It's 2023, and stress is the unwelcome tagalong that won't take the hint. Enda and I dig deep into why your bod...
Dec 27, 2023•52 min•Ep. 145
In the chaos of constant comparisons, we're all hunting down 'perfection' as if it's this magical shortcut. Spoiler alert: it's not! What if, instead, we tossed aside the pursuit of perfection and zeroed in on what genuinely brings YOU joy? Let's face it, joy is a uniquely personal experience. Join Lynita and me as we explore why crafting a life on YOUR terms holds the golden key to discovering authentic happiness. Listen now! Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: If you're squeezing yourself in...
Dec 20, 2023•42 min•Ep. 145
IT’S A TRAP! Do you tend to fixate on the things you’re trying to avoid? Audrey and I reveal why that might be inviting more bad shit into your life (and what to do to get unstuck and moving forward)... Introducing… the Self-Love Fund! Audrey’s sharing her insights on how and when to start investing (even when you’re overwhelmed to the point of shutting down and stuffing all your money in a mattress)... *deep inhale* IT’S OK TO SUCK! We all have those painful “I’m never gonna get this” moments, ...
Dec 13, 2023•42 min•Ep. 145
Gina’s had one hell of a journey with entrepreneurship. That’s why I LOVE her refreshing take on business building. She chose comfortable over crazy growth, and I’m here for it. At the end of the day, your business should serve you and the life you’re building. If it ain’t doing that, what are we even doing? For anyone struggling with setbacks and finding balance, this one’s for you. Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Permission to choose a new path, granted! Sick of the stress factory of a b...
Dec 06, 2023•48 min•Ep. 145
From a Navy-based Nuclear Engineer to a Fortune 500 Sales Manager, Patrick discovered his passion for entrepreneurship by successfully flipping houses. Recognizing his knack for mentorship, he transitioned into coaching CEOs, specializing in acquisitions consultancy. If you need inspiration and a push to chase your goals, this episode is for you! Listen now! Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Truth Bomb: You don’t need a Ph.D. and a bazillion years of experience to do the damn thing you wanna...
Nov 29, 2023•27 min•Ep. 144
Join me and Lisa for a deep dive into the wild world of entrepreneurship. I love this one, because of how bravely she faced the unknown. Sometimes plunging headfirst into it is the best way to make waves! Lisa tells us all about her journey from corporate to business owner, and the bigger vision she had for companies as a trusted consultant. (And if you’re a roller coaster fan, we’ve got a LOT of great metaphor in this one!) Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Plot twist: if you hate something...
Nov 22, 2023•54 min•Ep. 144
How many of us feel the pressure to be the BEST of the best at what we do? Newsflash: it takes a whole lotta energy and effort to be the best… and frankly neither Brian nor I want to work that hard. Brian has boldly declared, “I’m happy with being good enough" (a sentiment I fully cosign). He's cracked the code on balancing work and family and building a business he actually enjoys, and he’s sharing it today. Listen now! Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: Lemme introduce you to a little thing...
Nov 15, 2023•35 min•Ep. 143
***NOTE: Orit is currently living in central Israel, so we reached out to check on her last week. Orit has assured us she and her family are safe, and are managing as best they can. She gave her blessing to release the episode, hopes it inspires listeners, and encourages anyone interested in working with her to reach out. If, like us, the enormity of the situation is making you feel a little helpless, here are two ways to contribute. We’ve specifically chosen non-governmental organizations focus...
Nov 08, 2023•47 min•Ep. 142
Ever felt lost in the 'finding your thing' phase? Most of us are WELL into adulthood and still wondering what we’ll do if and when we ‘grow up’. If you can resonate, Ryan's 'no regrets' mindset might just change how you approach going after what you want. If you're feeling behind or uncertain about your path, this one's for you! Can’t-Miss Moments From This Episode: What do you do when the career you’ve spent the last 20 years honing is no longer there? Ryan’s got idea on how to make the transit...
Nov 01, 2023•46 min•Ep. 141
Have you ever taken a crappy job that you'd really rather flip off? No shame in that game, ‘cause we can all admit that pride ain’t gonna put food in your stomach or keep a roof over your head. But how do you balance paying the bills with taking care of yourself… especially when the ‘9 to 5’ quite literally makes you sick with stress? I absolutely love today’s conversation - Isa and I talk about flip-flopping back and forth between freelance work and full-time (read: overtime) employment. This o...
Oct 25, 2023•47 min•Ep. 140
