the kozēkozē podcast

We’re here to create comfort along the entrepreneurial journey, and really the life journey. Join us for inspiring, dynamic conversations that make the arduous process of venturing into the unknown feel more doable, because we believe in making the impossible, possible. We hope you’ll join us, as we play in the infinite; pull up a seat, grab a blanket let’s get cozy! Author, spiritual business mentor & entrepreneur Garrett Kusmierz meets you here every Sunday for either an interview or solocasts. This podcast was formerly called Dare To Move. Season 5 we're exploring comfort & discomfort.

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Episodes

Episode 10: Jayson Siano - CRE X Digital Media

Quote: “Boil one pot of water, not a lake.” - Charlie Jabaley. Garrett meets up with her real estate idol, Jayson Siano the night before the New York ICSC convention. In an impromptu meeting, Jayson and Garrett discuss how Jayson got into real estate, how he’s disrupting the antiquated industry and how he uses digital media to make compelling content for his own brand. Why you’ll love it: Jayson dives into the current and future states of the retail commercial real estate industry, discusses how...

Jan 09, 2019•51 min

Episode 09: Visualization: The key to your productivity

Garrett opens up about what visualization means to her, when she started doing it and how you too, can use it as your superpower. Why you’ll love it: using her tricks to this tool will help you become more thoughtful about your daily actions. Greater message: use visualization to change your life. Links: Instagram: @garrettnwood https://healthtransformer.co/the-neuroscience-of-behavior-change-bcb567fa83c1 www.crossroadsoffitness.com www.DTMthebook.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

Jan 06, 2019•36 min

Episode 08: Jeff Kusmierz - Love Nature and Saving Money

The final episode about Garrett. Tune in to learn about her, by way of her boyfriend, Jeff Kusmierz. Learn about a shotgun relationship that was ON from the moment they met. Gain a reason to believe in love and fate. Why you’ll love it: because we’ve all been through good and bad relationships and Jeff and Garrett bring up their own pasts, to make sense of their current, healthy relationship. Greater message: Be open, be vulnerable and you’ll connect on a deeper level. Also- SAVE MONEY (advice f...

Jan 02, 2019•1 hr 2 min

Episode 07: Manifesting & My Subconscious is a Rockstar

Our subconscious apparently rules the roost and is notorious for being the thing that holds us back. But what if your subconscious was a rockstar and he/she thought they could do anything? Maybe then, you’d Dare To Move! Garrett opens up about how she met her subconscious and the mental work she’s done to manifest everything. Why you’ll love it: Garrett gives some serious tips on how to actually manifest. She explains meditation and gives some quick tips for how to. Even more? You will learn how...

Dec 30, 2018•29 min

Episode 06: #Daretoeat Nutrition

Garrett goes into details about how she began her nutrition business, why she loves it, how it works and why she helps people stop sabotaging themselves! Through mini-challenges, disciplined times, accountability via coaching and commitment, she helps people build self-trust. Why You’ll love it: Learn the two secrets to fat loss-- because nutrition is freaking hard! If you’ve ever tried a fad diet, you’ll be thankful to know that there’s someone out there teaching lifestyle change in a comprehen...

Dec 26, 2018•31 min

Episode 05: Never Give Up

For years, Garrett has had the words, “never give up,” on repeat in her mind. On this episode, she shares how it has helped her, and why she thinks those very words that have kept her going, can actually be a hindrance for others. Why you’ll love it: Because we’ve all wanted to give up on something before, right? *Cough, cough* Instagram! Greater Message: In the words of my favorite comedian, Heather McMahan, this phrase is totally doing the most and the least. Links: Novel: http://a.co/d/4E0rXD...

Dec 23, 2018•19 min

Episode 04: What Do I Do Every Day?

Garrett begins to briefly scratch the surface of what the heck life looks like for someone with five jobs, or, what she calls, “the hustle of the portfolio lifestyle.” In order to help you understand how she got to a place with an actual portfolio of “work,” or, a bunch of really friggin’ awesome opportunities she gets to be associated with daily, she starts at the beginning and shares how she built her career. Why you’ll love it: It’s not normal to work for yourself, starting at age 24. It’s al...

Dec 19, 2018•36 min

Episode 03: Gut Health & Anxiety

The aftermath of Garrett’s crazy hustle in her early twenties catches up to her. Learn more about how she handles mental health, gut health, and general well-being after severe stomach issues. Figuring out how to heal herself becomes crucial in not only her personal life and well-being but in order to thrive as the businesswoman she aspires to be. Why you’ll love it: There’s never a convenient time to go through health issues. But, any time we suffer an illness, injury or mental issue, it teache...

Dec 16, 2018•18 min

Episode 02: Go With Your Gut Pt. 2

Continue to follow Garrett’s Story after she is “let go” from a job that relocated her. Find out how she dares to move, in order to not give up on Boston, to make things happen for herself, her business and her love life. Why you’ll love it: Because we all know it’s hard to make adult friends. We’ve all asked ourselves, “What the hell are we doing [with our lives]? And, you’ll be inspired to make your passion, your career. Greater message: Never give up. Disclaimer: Most episodes can stand on th...

Dec 12, 2018•22 min

Episode 01: Go With Your Gut Pt. 1

Get to know your host, Garrett Wood, as she opens up about her adult-life journey in finding herself, and a kickass, always-exciting portfolio lifestyle. She outlines her life just like her novel does, but leave out the sex and love because she’s got to leave you some reason to actually buy the book! Why you’ll love it: because we’ve all been ballsy, 23 year-olds who think they have life figured out. With sheer vulnerability, Garrett paints an honest picture of her younger self-sharing everythin...

Dec 08, 2018•25 min

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