173: We need to talk ASAP. The obsession with scaling into outer space, hit 100k followers, get a blue check mark, and become a millionaire in our first year of business is hurting our mental health, well-being, relationships, and enjoyment of life. In this solo episode, Chelsea breaks down why growing slow is actually the key to a sustainable, healthy business and lifestyle, and how the pursuit of fame is a faulty goal. What to expect in this episode: How a mental breakdown prompted this episod...
Jul 15, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep 173•Transcript available on Metacast 172: The way we work is changing - workforces are going fully remote, offices are offering hybrid work, and people are working across borders now more than ever. How is this possible?! That's what Chelsea shares in today's episode: Remote Work 101! Prepare to hear about: How to get the right paperwork and visas to work overseas (some are easy breezy, some are... not) Extending your stay if you fall in love with a country (because you probably will) Where to stay when you're working remote and ab...
Jul 08, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep 172•Transcript available on Metacast 171: Kelly Carlson is the host of "One Bad Habit" Podcast , the go-to podcast for micro-habits. However, habits weren't always the primary focus of her life. In fact, Kelly got into habits after a painful breakup. Doubting herself, confused, and needing to find hope again, she started learning about mindset, thoughts, and habits. Eventually, habits became something Kelly couldn't get enough of. She entered a vortex of building amazing habits and breaking bad ones. Tune in to he...
Jun 10, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep 171•Transcript available on Metacast 170: As some of you may remember, Michelle was previously a guest on the show on Episode 56 back in 2018, where she talked about Holisticism . This time, Wallis, Head of Content at the company, joins us, and we catch up on Holisticism’s incredible growth, their magical community, and deep dive into topics like the fear of looking “too smart”, being scared to fail publicly, and if science and spirituality can co-exist. We also chat about: Holisticism’s meaning Hiring without wanting to throw up B...
Jun 03, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep 170•Transcript available on Metacast 169: Sam and Juliette from Siesta Key teach me more about communication than my Bachelor's Degree in the same field. Shep from Southern Charm shows me how using high-level vocabulary is a way to exert dominance in a conversation, but he does so in the douchiest way possible. Why am I referencing reality TV? Because it taught me SO MUCH about non-verbal and verbal cues, making connections, and resolving conflict - all components of strong communication. When you know how to communicate effect...
May 23, 2022•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast 168: Influencers, celebs and mega coaches are often treated as mythical Gods. We think they’re untouchable, immune to the suffering life brings, and have zero worries in the world. We think they don’t deal with the “everyday” things we do — paying an extra $25 on DoorDash for a 14 inch pizza that costs $18 or feeling insecure when their crush ghosts them on Date 3. When we put them on pedestals, we dehumanize them. In the same vein, we make ourselves small. The automatic comparison and projectio...
May 13, 2022•38 min•Ep 168•Transcript available on Metacast 167: We all have intuition. That deeper knowing. That feeling you can’t explain. It usually comes to us in moments of stillness. In today’s world, stillness is... practically non-existent. We’re too busy to meditate. Too tired to journal. Too impatient to do breath-work. Not to mention, absolutely inundated with content, opinions, news, and requests. Connecting with our intuition and making space for our thoughts feels like a pipe-dream sometimes. However, there is one way to develop it that’s m...
May 06, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Transcript available on Metacast 166: Chelsea is back for Part 2 of business lessons she’s learned in 2 years! She opens up about: Tracking finances and the importance of financial management “Frankensteining” offers, and when to stop Growing slow and baby steps Planning, systems and automation and how they free you Tracking your time more insights on efficiency, money, productivity, boundaries and creativity Hopefully, her mistakes can teach you what to avoid or what to implement as you build a sustainable biz! CONNECT WITH CH...
Apr 29, 2022•56 min•Ep 166•Transcript available on Metacast 165: I know you read the title of this episode, thinking "WTF - is Chelsea okay??? Money mindset work changed my life"! Confession: it changed mine too. But it wasn’t until I worked with today’s guest, Chioma Njoku , aka The Mindful Bookkeeper , that I saw real change. Why? She held me accountable in different ways other coaches never had. She called me on my BS. She noticed how patterns I carried in my personal life spilled over to my bank accounts. Without her, I wouldn’t have gotten...
Apr 22, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast 164: Instagram is giving Gen Z the ick (read more here ). It seems like Amelia Hruby, writer, speaker & founder of feminist podcast studio Softer Sounds, has something in common with Gen Z - she’s no longer on Instagram. At least not for business. Amelia realized IG was not in line with her values, and definitely NOT the way she wanted to run her business. So she launched Softer Sounds, a feminist podcast studio, with zero social media presence. How? Tune in to find out! You’ll hear why she ...
Apr 15, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast 163: Chelsea is back with a solo episode, opening up about business updates, including letting go of one of her biggest drivers of business... She shares more about this decision, as well as learning lessons that could've saved her a lot of time, money, and energy - but you live and learn, right?! Hopefully, her mistakes can teach you what to avoid or what to implement as you build a sustainable biz. CONNECT WITH CHELSEA: Website: chelseariffe.com @chelseariffe + @nonexpertopinionpod Email: ...
Apr 08, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Transcript available on Metacast 162: Chelsea sits down with her friend, Serine Goodmond, and gets into a deep conversation about social media, coaching, leadership, marketing, and more. Why are we spending so much time on Instagram? How can we stop centering ourselves in our marketing? How can we be better leaders online and in our spaces? These are just a few of the questions they get into in today's juicy ep! CONNECT WITH SERINE: www.shiftfromshame.com CONNECT WITH CHELSEA: Website: chelseariffe.com @chelseariffe + @none...
Apr 02, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Transcript available on Metacast 161: Ready to travel internationally this summer, but tight on funds? Tune into today's solo episode where Chelsea shares her top travel tips to go overseas (specifically Europe)! She covers how to choose where to go, finding cheap flights, accommodation, entertainment, and eating out. Some of her favorite resources include: FLIGHTS: Capital One Venture Card Scott’s Cheap Flights SkyScanner Google Flights Google Matrix Airfare ACCOMMODATION: Hostelworld AirBnb Outsite Hotwire ENTERTAINMENT: ...
Mar 29, 2022•55 min•Ep 161•Transcript available on Metacast 160: Chelsea is riding solo today, sharing her story of habit building and tracking, how you can do it, while making it personal, fun, and sustainable. Tune in to hear how to build habits that actually stick! Connect with Chelsea: 💻 chelseariffe.com 📸IG: @chelseariffe + @nonexpertopinionpod 📥 hello@inmynonexpertopinion.com or info@chelseariffe.com Work with Chelsea 1:1: https://linktr.ee/Chelseariffe...
Mar 25, 2022•54 min•Ep 160•Transcript available on Metacast 159: Ever wanted to know what it’s like moving abroad, finding love in another country, AND launching a business overseas? Then today’s episode is for you! Chelsea chats with Samantha Daily, a life and mindset coach, biz mentor, and podcast host. They talk through: Moving and living abroad - the highs and lows Following your inner voice & how to build self-trust Dating someone from a different country and the challenges that come with it Coaching certifications - necessary or nah? The coachi...
Mar 22, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Transcript available on Metacast 158: In this episode Chelsea chats with Whitney Eckis, the serial entrepreneur behind Eckis Marketing & Get Supr, all about business, from starting one, the right mindset, team building and so much more. They talk about: How to build a team and hire people Building efficient processes Money and time management Being a boss and stepping into that energy Mental health and why it’s one of the most important things to look after when running a business This is for you if you want to start and ru...
Mar 18, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast 157: In this episode, Chelsea chats with D’Ana Joi all about what it means to be multi-passionate and how to harness it to reach your fullest potential. They talk about: Being multi passionate, and why it's NOT a burden How to integrate new passions into existing ones Introducing structure to increase creativity (structure is not a dirty word!) How to find focus The importance of financial security and how to prioritize your passions You'll DEF want to tune in for this one if you’ve ever...
Mar 15, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep 157•Transcript available on Metacast 156: Chelsea shares domestic and international travel tips, and shares a recap of her trip to Austin aka ATX! Resources mentioned: Capital One Venture Card Southwest Credit Card Scott’s Cheap Flights SkyScanner TSA Precheck Global Entry Best travel pillows If you’re in Austin anytime soon (especially for SXSW) make sure to check these spots out! WELLNESS Kuya Wellness Sunlife Organics Black Swan Yoga Skin Obsessed Facials (not mentioned but MUST GO!) Try ClassPass for different studios FOOD: Hom...
Mar 11, 2022•57 min•Ep 156•Transcript available on Metacast 155: Let's talk MONEY, HONEY. Chelsea and one of her besties, Marley, sit down to discuss all things moolah and success. Get ready for a convo around: How Marley pivoted her business and became a 6 figure business coach How to take the leap and go from 9 to 5 to running your own business How to change your current money mindset The importance of the subconscious mind + how to reprogram How and when to raise your prices You'll DEF want to tune in for this one. If you want to receive free ...
Mar 08, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Ep 155•Transcript available on Metacast 154: In this episode Chelsea sits down with Brianne Davis who shares her story around her sex and love addiction, Hollywood, how she healed herself, and her novel: Secret Life of a Hollywood Sex & Love Addict . They talk about: What defines sex and love addiction What are common symptoms - like how do you know if you're one?! Her healing journey and what ultimately helped her find a healthy, loving partnership Why loving and accepting yourself is SO important, and how to do so Brianne...
Mar 04, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep 154•Transcript available on Metacast 153: Chelsea sits down for a solo ep to share her recent encounter with anxious thoughts, and practical ways to navigate it, including: - Taking inventory of your personal surroundings - Taking inventory of your digital environment - Understand the root of where it's coming from and what you can control - Visualizing certainty and leaning into the feeling - Creating reassuring affirmations + more CONNECT WITH CHELSEA: Website: chelseariffe.com IG: @chelseariffe + @nonexpertopinionpod Email: ...
Mar 01, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep 153•Transcript available on Metacast 152: Case Kenny is a Chicago-based writer, podcaster and recording artist behind The New Mindset Journal. Chelsea and Case get deep into conversation around: Optimism (is it genetic?) Using a podcast as therapy and creative outlet Maintaining integrity between social media and real life Transitioning back from online dating after the pandemic The stories we tell ourselves affect our reality Dealing with rejection Using gratitude as a mindset to move on from breakups CONNECT WITH CASE: His popula...
Feb 25, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep 152•Transcript available on Metacast 151: Tune into this repurposed episode from the amazing Caroline Addington’s podcast “Empowered Expression” - Ultimate Guide to Starting & Growing Your Podcast. We discuss: My podcast journey How to start your own How to grow your existing podcast organically Pitching yourself as a guest Addressing common mindset blocks Guest etiquette SO many more next level tips Ready to start your own podcast? Join MIC DROP - doors close Sunday, Feb 20th at midnight EST. Connect with Caroline: Apple Podca...
Feb 17, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Ep 151•Transcript available on Metacast 150: Chelsea is back with another stream of consciousness solo episode to share her honest thoughts on if IG is making us all boring, why, how to reframe our relationship to the at app we all secretly want to get off of, and why podcasting is a space that feels safer, more real, and exciting. If you're feeling like launching a podcast is your next step, join us inside Mic Drop ! We start Feb 21st and run for 12 weeks to get your podcast off the ground, seamlessly and successfully. Other ways...
Feb 11, 2022•44 min•Ep 150•Transcript available on Metacast 149: Today, Chelsea replays an episode from Summer discussing why you should start a podcast now, how to get into it, overcoming barriers, and how easy it can be to start one. Ready to FINALLY launch your own? Enroll in Mic Drop today! Pssst, enrolling by Feb. 6th unlocks a 60 min consult, a custom launch plan, and a Notion planning document! CONNECT WITH CHELSEA: Website: chelseariffe.com IG: @chelseariffe + @nonexpertopinionpod hello@inmynonexpertopinion.com or info@chelseariffe.com Work with ...
Feb 04, 2022•43 min•Ep 149•Transcript available on Metacast 148: Tune in to hear Chelsea read her popular newsletter "Spill My Guts" on air - with way more context than what she wrote to her email list... This contains little to no inspirational advice - just straight up real, transparent talk. CONNECT WITH CHELSEA: Website: chelseariffe.com IG: @chelseariffe + @nonexpertopinionpod Email: hello@inmynonexpertopinion.com or info@chelseariffe.com Work with Chelsea: https://linktr.ee/Chelseariffe Want to start your own podcast? 1:1 podcast coaching...
Jan 28, 2022•59 min•Ep 148•Transcript available on Metacast 147: Chelsea sits down with Manoj Dias, the co-founder of Open , the app she’s a cult-fan of. They discuss: Manoj’s journey into mindfulness after a breakdown working in corporate life Serendipity, and if success comes from hard work or luck Finding his way to Open and helping build the incredible app The identity overlap from meditation instructor to app founder, and how he deals with it Building failure tolerance as an entrepreneur The philosophy and wisdom that goes into the app The path to s...
Jan 21, 2022•1 hr•Ep 147•Transcript available on Metacast 146: We’re kicking off 2022 content with Ally Maz, co-founding teacher of the app OPEN , which Chelsea has been obsessed with since summer. Ally is a yoga instructor & teacher, entrepreneur and founder of Girlvana, a “space for self identified teen girls and young women to find home within themselves so they can go into the world and change it”; Girlvana is now a published book as well! In this episode, they discuss: Ally’s dancer past before she found yoga The emotional healing and spiritua...
Jan 14, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep 146•Transcript available on Metacast 145: Chelsea recaps her 2021 from a personal POV and shares 10 (ok maybe 11) key learnings: 1 - therapy is up and down and finding a good one is hard. the days you don’t want to go is when you should go 2 - rejection is redirection. 3 - develop failure tolerance. 4 - stop underestimating the basics and trying to quantum leap 5 - it’s okay to block people while you heal 6 - vulnerability relieves you 7 - just bc something didn’t work out doesn’t make you less of anything 8 - cleaning clears menta...
Jan 01, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep 142•Transcript available on Metacast 144: In today's episode, Chelsea shares a VERY honest year in review around her business. She walks through her top 10 learning lessons and adds context and transparency to each one: 1 - structure and systems create freedom 2 - just bc something doesn’t work once doesn’t mean it won’t work again 3 - not every idea needs to be executed immediately 4 - don’t try to be cheap and cut corners when hiring 5 - treat people and clients the way you want to be treated 6 - boundaries develop confidence...
Dec 23, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep 144•Transcript available on Metacast 
