🎧 Replay Episode Alert! 🎧 🌟 Happiness isn’t a distant dream; it’s already here, waiting for you to embrace it. In this heartwarming Part 2 with Barbara Vercruysse, we uncover how kindness, self-worth, and meaningful choices can transform your life. Barbara’s wisdom reminds us that true strength lies in kindness, and every one of us deserves happiness, love, and a life well-lived. ✨ Don’t miss this inspiring episode—it might just change how you see happiness! 💖 Check the original blog post he...
Dec 31, 2024•34 min
🎧 Episode Replay Alert! 🎧 This powerful conversation with my dear friend Barbara Vercruysse still gives me chills. 🌟 From overcoming deep trauma to radiating inner kindness, Barbara's journey is a testament to resilience and self-love. If you're ready to reclaim your strength, find inner peace, or simply learn how to be kinder to yourself, this episode is your sign. Don't miss this heartfelt and inspiring replay! 💖 Check the original blog post here ....
Dec 24, 2024•30 min
What’s holding you back from growing your business? It’s not just strategy—it’s mindset. In this special best-off episode, we dive into the archives for inspiring insights on mastering your money mindset. Featuring wisdom from Greg Roworth on adopting an investor mindset, Anna Rapp on overcoming imposter syndrome, and Dave Bookbinder on valuing your people, this episode will challenge you to rethink how you approach money, business, and impact. 💼✨ Your future rich self will thank you—let’s crea...
Dec 17, 2024•22 min•Season 2Ep. 122
‘’If we want happiness, it takes work. If we want to suffer, it takes no work and no effort.’’ Happiness isn’t something you find—it’s a choice you make every day! In this uplifting episode, I chat with Matt O'Neill, happiness expert and author of The Good Mood Revolution. Matt shares his journey of overcoming trauma, transforming limiting beliefs, and choosing joy—even in the toughest moments. We explore how self-love, gratitude, and small daily actions can create lasting happiness and a ripple...
Dec 10, 2024•55 min•Season 2Ep. 121
‘’If there's something you want to achieve with your business, you don't have to achieve it all tomorrow.’’ Are you ready to go after your dream clients? In this week’s episode of The Professional Rule Breaker Show, I’m joined by Laura Khalil, a speaker, coach, and master at helping consultants land the biggest deals of their careers. Laura shares powerful insights on breaking free from self-doubt, embracing your role as the CEO of your business, and cultivating "big deal energy." We discuss the...
Dec 03, 2024•48 min•Season 2Ep. 120
🎧 Episode Replay Alert! 🎧 Sometimes life sucker punches us, and it feels like there's no way out. In this heartfelt replay of Episode 97, I share a powerful story about resilience, mindset, and stepping up for yourself. It's your reminder that no matter what happens, you have the power to be your own hero. Tune in for practical tips and a dose of inspiration to bounce back stronger than ever. 💪 Check the original blog post here ....
Nov 26, 2024•10 min
‘’Reducing expenses strengthens your business, and every dollar you save goes directly to your bottom line.’’ Today on The Professional Rule Breaker podcast, I’ve got Brad Koch, the “bad boy of coaching” and Marine Corps vet. He is here to shake up how you think about your business. Brad’s all about helping small business owners step back from the grind and turn their businesses into profit engines. We’ll discuss creating a “market-dominating position” to make your business stand out, plus his “...
Nov 19, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 119
‘’Good contract is your first line of defense as a business owner.’’ Hey small biz owners! Did you trademark your business? If not, you need to listen up! In this episode of The Professional Rule Breaker, I chat with Kelli Jones, an attorney dedicated to helping entrepreneurs protect their hard work. Kelli shares the essentials of proactive legal protection—federal trademarks, solid contracts, and smart entity structuring. She explains why trademarking your brand is crucial and how a good contra...
Nov 12, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 118
‘’If you want to get to a higher level, you actually have to do less.’’ Hey Rule Breakers! Today’s episode is a must-listen. I’m chatting with the amazing Fabienne Fredrickson, the brains behind the Boldheart and the author of The Leverage Business book. She’s cracked the code on scaling your business without losing your soul. Fabienne gets real about imposter syndrome and how that “I don’t deserve this” feeling can actually mean you’re on the right path. She’ll share her secrets for working sma...
Nov 05, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 117
‘’Franchising at its core is helping people become business owners and live a life of their own instead of working for someone else.’’ Get ready to throw out everything you thought you knew about franchising because Aaron Harper is about to change the game completely. Aaron took a small power-washing business and transformed it into Rolling Suds, a national franchise that sold an unbelievable 187 units in just one year. How did he do it? With something he calls "responsible franchising"—and it’s...
Oct 31, 2024•44 min•Season 2Ep. 116
‘’Celebrate the win of every single task.’’ Denis Fourie’s back on The Professional Rule Breaker Show for a second round, and this one’s all about getting customers to love you and your brand. We dive into the real deal on why business doesn’t have to be hard if you focus on the right stuff—like building trust and making every customer experience unforgettable. Denis breaks down how he launched and sold a successful e-commerce business in a year by delivering an insane customer experience, the i...
Oct 24, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 115
‘’If you look at the prediction for 2025, content and copy is the king.’’ I’m so thrilled to have my friend Denis Fourie back on The Professional Rule Breaker Show for the third time! Denis isn’t just a guest—he’s someone I could talk business with for hours, and we always end up discovering something new together. Denis shares how having a mentor turned his career around, helping him grow his business by a whopping 600% in a single year. He’s been through all the ups and downs, and his take on ...
Oct 17, 2024•40 min•Season 2Ep. 114
In this episode, I’m about to share a game-changing truth with you: failure isn’t the end of your journey; it’s actually the launchpad for your biggest successes! Just like Elon Musk and J.K. Rowling, I want you to realize that every setback is a setup for something greater. So, let’s flip the script together! Instead of letting failure drag you down, I will show you how to embrace it as a powerful lesson that moves you forward. Get ready to transform your mindset, uncover invaluable insights, a...
Oct 10, 2024•9 min•Season 2Ep. 113
‘’It doesn't matter how much time it takes you to do the work; what value you deliver to your clients matters.’’ You’re in for a treat on this episode of The Professional Rule Breaker. I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Samantha Hartley, a business strategist who’s all about helping entrepreneurs skyrocket their revenue without burnout. If you’ve been stuck on that revenue rollercoaster or feeling drained from endless client work, Samantha’s got some insights that will flip your p...
Oct 03, 2024•49 min•Season 2Ep. 112
‘’Always remember you are the designer's original. Why be a carbon copy? ’’ Today, I’m thrilled to have Brenda Warren, also known as "The Soulutionist," on the show. Let me tell you, this conversation is a game-changer. Brenda has this incredible energy and wisdom that will ignite your passion for living authentically. We dive deep into what it really means to break the rules and chase your dreams—regardless of where you’re starting from. Brenda shares her journey from feeling stuck to thriving,...
Sep 26, 2024•54 min•Season 2Ep. 111
Welcome back to another episode of The Professional Rule Breaker Podcast. Today’s episode is a little different - I will dive into the incredible power of mindset by looking back to some of my favorite segments featuring amazing guests, including Barbara Vercruysse, Fletcher Ellingson, Nancy Levin, Scott L. Ferguson, and Suzanne Sibilla. Mindset isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the backbone of success. We’re talking about setting boundaries, overcoming energy vampires, and taking those small steps th...
Sep 19, 2024•29 min•Season 2Ep. 110
‘’Whomever controls your cashflow → controls your life.’’ Are you really in control of your money, or is it running the show? In this episode of The Professional Rule Breaker, I sit down with Timothy Yurek, founder and CEO of Tier 1 Capital, to talk about the money habits that might be holding your business back. Timothy shares how many business owners are unknowingly giving up control of their cash flow—and how you can stop doing that. He also gives some amazing insights on changing how we thin...
Sep 12, 2024•35 min•Season 2Ep. 109
‘’Focus on who you are and how you feel before taking action.’’ Ever feel like you’re the last on your list, constantly pushing through the day without giving yourself a moment to breathe? You’re not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Rebeccah Silence, a woman who knows firsthand what it means to hit the wall and still find a way to keep going. She’s not just talking about self-care—she’s lived it, healed through it, and came back stronger than ever. Rebeccah opens up about her journey from...
Sep 05, 2024•44 min•Season 2Ep. 108
‘’Is LinkedIn working as an asset or a liability in your company?’’ Have you ever wondered if LinkedIn is really working for you, or could it be holding you back? In this episode, I sit down with Rachel Simon, the creator of Connect the Dots Digital, to explore how you can turn LinkedIn into your biggest business asset. Rachel shares insider tips on optimizing your profile, aligning your team with your brand messaging, and leveraging LinkedIn to drive business growth. This episode offers practic...
Aug 22, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 107
‘’Do you believe business can be fun?’’ Hey there, rule breakers! I am back with another exciting episode of The Professional Rule Breaker podcast. Today, I'm thrilled to chat with Brandon Gano, an entrepreneur who turned his frustrations into a thriving business. Now, with his partner at Whadif, he's all about helping small businesses grow fast. In this episode, Brandon spills the beans on the magic of clarity in business growth, the importance of building confidence in your game plan, and the ...
Aug 15, 2024•46 min•Season 2Ep. 106
‘’When was the last time that you intentionally upgraded the operating system between your ears🧠?’’ Welcome back to The Professional Rule Breaker Show! Today, we have an amazing guest—Fletcher Ellingson. Fletcher is the bestselling author of "The Practice of Feeling Good," he’s here to help us break free from the struggle, overwhelm, and worry so we can live the life we love . Fletcher's journey is all about combining psychology and science to help his clients feel good. Whether it’s making mor...
Aug 08, 2024•49 min•Season 2Ep. 105
‘’It's all about connecting with the people that you're best set up to serve, and then pulling them in and keeping them engaged.’’ I'm super excited about this episode because the amazing Sara Nay from Duct Tape Marketing joins us! Sara has been with Duct Tape Marketing for 14 years and has helped thousands of entrepreneurs and small business owners scale and grow their businesses. Her passion for assisting companies to focus on their "zone of genius" is infectious, and you'll love her insights!...
Aug 01, 2024•29 min•Season 2Ep. 104
‘’The value of a business is a function of how well the financial capital and the intellectual capital are managed by the human capital. You'd better get the human capital part right. ’’ I'm super excited to welcome my friend, Dave Bookbinder, to the show today. Dave is a valuation guru, bestselling author, and host of the top-rated show "Behind the Numbers." We finally synced our schedules, and trust me, it was worth the wait! Dave and I discussed the true value of people in business. Ever wond...
Jul 25, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 103
‘’One of the biggest things is to learn to trust your gut and not get swayed by all the shiny things other people are trying to offer you.’’ On this episode of The Professional Rule Breaker, I chat with Anika Jackson. She's a PR and marketing wizard with over 25 years of experience. Anika shares her top tips for getting started with PR, building a strong brand, and how AI changes the game. We also chat about our personal journeys and the importance of being lifelong learners. If you want to attr...
Jul 18, 2024•34 min•Season 2Ep. 102
"Finding your happiness and joy, giving back to others, and living life on your own terms—that's what true wealth is. Money is just a tool to help you achieve those." Welcome back to the Professional Rule Breaker Show! Today, I'm sitting down with Stoy Hall, the incredible CEO and Founder of Black Mammoth. Stoy’s journey is amazing—he’s an ex-football player who built an orphanage and climbed Mount Kilimanjaro! But what really hit home for him was seeing Tanzanian women sweeping their mud floors...
Jul 11, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 101
We have a very special episode today – we’re celebrating our 100th episode of The Professional Rule Breaker Show! 🎉 Over the course of these 100 episodes, we’ve brought you incredible guests who’ve shared their wisdom, strategies, and inspirational journeys. Today, we’re taking a trip down memory lane and revisiting some of our favorite moments. You’ll hear powerful snippets from past guest episodes, each packed with valuable insights you can apply to your business and life. I am so grateful to...
Jun 27, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 100
‘’A rejection is just a stepping stone for you to reach the next level.” Did you know that 75% of people fear rejection, whether in their personal or business lives? That's a staggering number, right? Let's face it—rejection stings. Nobody likes to hear a ‘no’, especially when you've poured your heart into something. But here’s the thing: every ‘no’ gets you closer to a ‘yes’. And with the right mindset and strategies, you can use those rejections to your advantage. Listen to today's Pocket Ninj...
Jun 25, 2024•10 min•Season 2Ep. 99
‘’Have the mindset of an investor, not an employee.’’ Greg Roworth is a fantastic business coach who turned a personal crisis into a game-changing moment. When his wife had a serious medical event, Greg realized his business couldn’t survive without him. Fast forward, he now helps professional service firms become the authority in their markets and build businesses that thrive without them being involved all the time. You will learn how to flip the script and make your business work for you, not...
Jun 20, 2024•31 min•Season 2Ep. 98
‘’You have a choice when something goes massively wrong in your business or personal life….you can let it affect you negatively or use it to make you stronger.” In this special Pocket Ninja episode, I share a heartfelt story about a friend who faced tough times in both her personal and professional life. Feeling sucker-punched by life, she wanted to hide away, but I reminded her – and now you – that we have a choice. We can let struggles define us or use them to become stronger. I’ll share pract...
Jun 18, 2024•10 min•Season 2Ep. 97
‘’There will be two types of businesses: one that is fully embracing AI and one that is out of business.’’ Today, we're talking about a hot topic: AI and its impact on business. I had an awesome chat with Manuj Aggarwal, an AI whiz whose creative ideas have transformed lives and businesses. We discussed practical ways to weave AI into your business, breaking down complex concepts into simple, actionable steps. Plus, we explored how AI can help you focus on what you love by automating those tedio...
Jun 13, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 96
