The Conscious-Preneur

In this week's podcast episode, we welcome Monica Bozinov, an expert in executive coaching and leadership development. Join us as we explore the intricate journey of being true to ourselves while navigating the expectations of others. Monica shares profound insights into the complexities of this endeavor, addressing issues like exhaustion and frustration, and offers strategies for reclaiming personal energy. Drawing from personal experiences, Monica reflects on pivotal moments in her life, including a significant bout of burnout that propelled her towards seeking solutions. Our conversation delves into the challenges of discovering one's authentic self and the necessity of recognizing when change is needed. We discuss breaking free from barriers and dependencies, emphasizing the importance of emotional awareness and processing for personal growth. Tune in as Mary and Monica underscore the transformative power of embracing our true selves and navigating life's journey with authenticity and resilience.   Connect with Monica onLinkedIn and check out her new workshop here.

As a high-achieving leader, one of your biggest challenges may be managing your energy while continuing to achieve without compromising yourself. Most of your training and experience may have convinced you that your ability to control is at the root of your success. However, what you truly desire is to create and savor the spice of life. Today, my guest is Maren Oslac, a champion dancer, educator, and entrepreneur. She discovered the possibility of bridging the gap between her spiritual life and her business. This integration not only proved possible but also connected her to the limitless flow of her businesses. Maren emphasizes the importance of surrendering, presencing, and harmonizing masculine and feminine energies. We delve into managing energy, balancing creativity and control, and tapping into spirituality and intuition in business. Maren discusses the concept of 'The Bird of Humanity,' symbolizing gender balance, and ways to fully surrender to life's joys and abundance, awakening and growing through them instead of drama and trauma. Connect with Maren here.  

Lisa Hammett, a Transformational and Tedx Speaker, Author, and Positive Intelligence PQ Certified Coach, specializes in mindset, mental fitness, and wellness. With a mission to assist leaders and healthcare organizations, she focuses on fostering work/life balance for heightened productivity, profitability, and overall wellbeing. In this episode, Lisa shares her journey from burnout to a thriving life, emphasizing self-awareness, self-compassion, and the pursuit of happiness. Drawing on personal experiences, Lisa and Mary explore the early warning signs of burnout and practical tips to combat it. The episode underscores the importance of seeking help and support, emphasizing that burnout is not a life sentence but a path to growth. Join them in erasing burnout, discovering self-awareness, and embracing a fully alive life. Connect with Lisa here.

Ready to unlock your power and align your energy effortlessly? Join us on this week's episode with the incredible Dr. Nikki Siso. Together, we unravel the profound mind-body connection and discuss the art of creating with ease. Dr. Siso shares her personal journey, emphasizing the impact of thoughts and frequencies on our well-being. She invites listeners to explore the power of personal development work, discovering the intricate link between mind and body. We discuss tuning into the body for guidance and seeking spiritual insight. Discover the importance of visualization, repetition, and detoxification for a holistic, empowered life. This episode is a guide to overcoming objections, trusting intuition, and being kind to yourself. Don't miss this enlightening conversation!  Connect with Dr. Siso here.

Guest Bio: As a psychologist, Master Somatic Coach, and business owner, Chris Johnson is passionate about embodied learning and leadership, leveraging it to cultivate strong business and community leaders, healthy workplaces, and engaged, thriving communities.  She gets to spend her time creating learning opportunities and coaching individuals to embody a more compelling presence, align their actions with what matters most to them, and transform life's high-pressure stresses into opportunities for deeper connection and greater contribution with others and the environment.  Over the past twenty-five years, she has delivered coaching and training to hundreds of clients in numerous organizations. In addition to her doctoral work in psychology, she earned her degree from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, where she has taught in the Executive and Professional Development Program. She is deeply informed by her ongoing training and practice in both mindfulness, from the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society, and in somatic leadership from Leadership Embodiment, Zen Leader, and the Strozzi Institute, where she is certified as a master somatic coach and teacher. Chris is the author of ‘The Leadership Pause.' Connect with Chris here. Episode Highlights: The ‘Leadership Pause' - creating an interruption to regulate your nervous system and up-level The future impact of leadership and what leaders need to do now The power of the pause in the present moment The importance of listening skills, emotional intelligence and supportive team development The practice of turning and facing emotions to move into the next right action

Guest Bio: Barbara Ellison is the Founder of the Wellness Playroom, Transformational Life Trainer, Certified Personality Science Trainer & Positive Intelligence Coach. She is on a mission to Nourish the World & make Happiness the Norm rather than the exception. Barbara believes that each and every one of us deserves to lead a happy, healthy, financially free, abundant life. She works mainly with Baby Boomers and GenXers who want that kind of life for themself and their family. However, every age is welcome in the Wellness Playroom. As a Trainer & Coach, she works with clients to identify the mental roadblocks & limiting beliefs that may be hindering their growth. Barbara says, “Baby Boomers & GenX are often at a crossroad, facing health challenges of aging, financial insecurity, & having purpose in their life. As someone who has been there, I understand the unique challenges & I am passionate about helping you navigate the challenges with confidence & clarity. I believe mental, physical & financial health are interconnected which is why I created the Wellness Playroom, a platform that offers a variety of resources & tools to help you achieve your dreams.” Episode Highlights: Know who you are and who you are not (look in the mirror and forgive yourself) Beyond the job (what makes your soul sing) No is a complete sentence (give yourself permission to use it) Take it off the schedule (remove it to reduce overwhelm) Make a move (but take a breath first) Connect with Barbara here.  

In this week's episode, Lisa Condon shares insight on gratitude. We discuss the impact of gratitude for ourselves, those in our circle and the world around us. Lisa encourages listeners to start planting gratitude one seed at a time!   Episode Highlights Alignment of the head and heart Daily active practice of gratitude How to use gratitude to connect with others Embrace gratitude as a grounding tool to be in the present moment Gratitude as an anchor of peace Connect with Lisa here. Stepping into Gratitude will be released November 8, 2023. This book is a compilation of gratitude. You will read many inspirational gratitude stories! Find it on Amazon and on Lisa's website.   Guest Bio: Lisa Condon, CBB, CSP, CSPO, Business Strategist, Executive Coach and self-proclaimed Gratitude Practitioner, is the type of person who makes you feel comfortable with who you are and who is so familiar—yet, you cannot believe you have not yet met her. This most likely stems from her deep engagement with her community, as well as her 25+ years of experience in an executive capacity across sales, marketing, and customer service. Lisa is very memorable as she explains what makes her stand out in a crowd: “I am 5' flat with a 6' tall personality.” It is easy to describe Lisa as strong, professional, and feminine because Lisa sees women as pillars of endurance, strength, and creativity. Especially, when they work together to support each other's ideas and gifts. Lisa applies a positive approach combined with an ever-present state of gratitude for her work and her clients. Ask Lisa about mistakes and she will tell you she does not believe in regrets as every experience is a learning opportunity.

As a leader, do you focus on self-alignment? Is your team clear on your organizational vision? How do you handle failure and manage feedback? These are all questions that leaders and entrepreneurs face often, and your answers can help you determine the success of your business. In this episode, Trey Dunavant highlights the following: Discovering the 7 factors of SCALE to attract more customers, increase revenue and invest in what matters most Learning to go deeper and fail faster to overcome fear  Working from a process vs. working to a process Articulating a clear vision (the most powerful leadership tool) for your team, clients and self Connect with Trey here. A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."  

Are you energized, inspired and ready to share your passion with the world? Listen to this week's podcast episode with guest, Tony Martignetti, to learn about the beautiful, imperfect journey of self-leadership and how to move towards a full life! Episode Highlights: Being your most authentic self to connect and resonate with others Energizing yourself through the pursuit of your passions Embracing the process of growth and self-discovery Stepping into inspired, imperfect action Allowing yourself to play and create within structure Guest Bio: Tony Martignetti is a leadership coach, advisor, author, speaker, entrepreneur, idea generator, people connector, and a curious adventurer. He brings together over 25 years of business and leadership experience and extreme curiosity to elevate leaders and equip them with the tools to navigate through change and unlock their true potential. Before becoming the founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of Inspired Purpose Partners, Tony was a finance and strategy executive with experience working with some of the world's leading life sciences companies. Along his journey, he also managed small businesses and ran a financial consulting company. Connect with Tony here. A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

What if there is a way that you can experience true joy while living with ease and having fun?  In this week's podcast episode, Daniela Sulek shares wisdom and insight on how to do just that!  During our time together, Daniela talks about: -Shifting from creating by doing to creating by being -Returning to the natural state of being  -Leveling up consciousness and moving beyond the mind, body and physical reality -Breaking the boundaries of the conditioned mind Guest Bio Daniela helps renowned leaders of the business and spiritual world move into the permanent state of ease, and joy. By transcending from the conditioned human to the consciousness of the true self, they shift into effortlessly creating by being, instead of creating by doing.   About 1% of the world's population functions primarily at this level of consciousness. Daniela sees through the illusion of rigid physical reality and ridicule of human conditioning. She was naturally led to a journey of experiencing the Self which the mind, body, and all physical reality arise from. She has been creating massive physical, mental, and emotional shifts for herself and her clients.  Connect with Daniela here or via email at daniela@danielasulek.com   A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

Ever wonder how stress, emotions, and your nervous system are all connected? You may be surprised to hear where this week's guest, Kassandra Reinhardt, found the answer...   Episode Highlights: Embodied Movement for Stress Relief: Explore the powerful connection between physical movement and stress reduction. Unlocking Deeper Emotions: Discuss how engaging in physical activities can help individuals access and express deeper emotions. Mind-Body Connection for Inner Peace: Examine the impact of physical movement on inner chatter, insomnia, and overall stress levels. Holistic Growth and Self-Discovery: Consider the connection between physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health, and how movement can facilitate a journey of self-discovery and finding comfort within oneself. Mindful Movement and the "Yes and" Mindset: Dive into the concept of mindful movement and the importance of simply showing up, being an observer, and embracing the "Yes and" mindset. Kassandra encourages listeners who want to practice mindful movement to start small, practice patience, and enjoy the process of movement as a means of self-care and holistic well-being.   Guest Bio: Kassandra Reinhardt is an Ottawa based yoga instructor and the founder of one of the largest yoga YouTube channels in the world. With more than 1.3 million subscribers and 100 million views, the Yoga with Kassandra YouTube channel allows viewers from around the globe to experience the benefits of a daily yoga practice. Her aim is to create accessible, easy-to-follow yoga classes that students can do in the comfort of their own homes to make their well-being a priority. She is a successful entrepreneur and the author of the award-winning book "Yin Yoga: Stretch The Mindful Way.” Outside of yoga, her expertise is in online marketing, leveraging free and paid traffic for business growth and community building.  Learn more about Kassandra, yoga and her offerings here.  Follow her YouTube channel for tons of FREE content and classes.   A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

How do you handle things when life throws difficult circumstances and challenges your way? Perhaps, there is a way to find meaning, growth and impact even in the most trying times... Guest, Laura Wittcoff shares her wisdom and insight to weather life's storms in the midst of making a positive impact and pursuing self-growth. Episode Highlights: How are we showing up when in difficult circumstances The possibility and good that comes from open mindfulness and welcoming change Social impact, meaning and alignment of our work Reciprocity of giving and appreciating others Guest Bio: Co-founder and principal of the Intrinsic Group, Laura teaches as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work and an Adjunct Instructor at the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy. Laura is also the Executive Director of the Small & Gutsy® nonprofit organization. Listen to Laura's Small & Gutsy podcast here. If you're interested in connecting, collaborating or working with Laura, you can email her at lwittcoff@gmail.com   A note from your host, Mary: Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine.

Are you tired of feeling sick and tired? Maybe you've tried many different things to better your health, but none have worked. Don't give up yet... What if there's a way that you can heal from the inside out?  In this podcast episode, Tim James shares his personal story that has helped many others to begin their healing journey and take ownership of their health. Don't be overwhelmed either, because Tim encourages listeners to start out with small changes. Episode Highlights: Shift your belief system Stop outsourcing your health to others Understand the disconnect that's harming our bodies, homes and families Take ownership of your health  Learn to let food be your medicine Guest Bio From financial advisor to health advisor, Tim is one of those guys that will leave you feeling younger and more energetic just by hearing him speak. He's turning 50 but feels like he's 18 (with more energy!) What's his secret?  After suffering from multiple health issues, including rectal bleeding, two separate skin issues, chronic acid indigestion and surgery to remove one of his organs due to serious digestive issues, Tim knew something had to change.  But it was only after watching one of his closest friends die of cancer and the untimely death of his younger brother that he finally decided to take action. Tim's journey led him to a shocking discovery which helped his friend beat cancer and transform every area of his life. Feeling charged with a duty to help others he started sharing his knowledge with anyone that would listen.  This led him to producing his own chemical free food products. ‘Chemical Free Body' was born. Tim's inbox is constantly flooded with people singing and dancing about how his products and advice have given them a life they couldn't believe was possible. His story will have you laughing, crying and gasping but most importantly he will give you the recipe to a longer, happier and healthier life. Check out Tim's podcast the Health Hero Show. Tim was also a previous podcast guest on our show. You can listen to his earlier episode here. Learn more about Tim and The Chemical Free Body.   A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

Are you prioritizing your happiness? If you answered yes, that's wonderful, and keep it up! But, if you answered no, go ahead and put "...not yet" after your no answer and start listening to this episode. In this episode, Adrian Grainger, founder of Tadysh, shares how to begin to prioritize, measure and achieve personal happiness.    EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Defining happiness and discovering simple, free ways to pursue it Taking personal responsibility for creating individual happiness Measuring happiness and understanding its value Discovering a personal happiness baseline and small ways to increase it GUEST BIO Adrian Grainger spent 22 years creating a website for people to measure, monitor, and maximize their happiness. His website, Tadysh, helps companies to measure employee general happiness and work towards a happier workforce. Tailor-made Tadysh systems can be created for private use. He created the Tadysh Happyometer, a method to measure general happiness that is applicable to everyone. Additionally, Adrian developed the Tadysh Method of business management. This is a simple system that puts some focus on the development of the employee's happiness with a view to making the business more profitable and a nicer environment for all employees.   Learn more and connect with Adrian here.   A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

Guest Bio: Nick Fransen is a licensed acupuncturist and functional medicine specialist. He is the U.S. distributor of the famous Rubimed products from Switzerland that change how you think.  For a decade he has helped over a thousand people overcome their negative subconscious blocks, reach their financial goals, improve their relationships, and overcome past trauma. He has worked extensively with many doctors around the world including Dr. Thomas Rau, MD of the Paracelsus clinic in Switzerland, Reimar Banis, MD of Germany and several others. He was a lead clinician at the Hope 4 Cancer Medical Center in Tijuana, Mexico and currently operates the Fransen Center for Advanced Medicine.   In Part 1 of the episode, we went deep into the roots of limiting beliefs, where they come from and just how sneaky they can be in keeping us stuck. In this conversation, Part 2, we are going to dive deeper into the letting go process, what this experience can be like and what's waiting for us on the other side. Episode Highlights: Defining the “letting go process”-what it is and what to expect Identifying things that come up in the process and how to handle them Understanding homeopathic remedies and utilizing them to unlock deep-rooted emotional blocks Connecting psychosomatic issues and emotional issues Seeing how limiting beliefs manifest in our overall health Connect with Nick here.    A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

Guest Bio: Nick Fransen is a licensed acupuncturist and functional medicine specialist. He is the U.S. distributor of the famous Rubimed products from Switzerland that change how you think.  For a decade he has helped over a thousand people overcome their negative subconscious blocks, reach their financial goals, improve their relationships, and overcome past trauma. He has worked extensively with many doctors around the world including Dr. Thomas Rau, MD of the Paracelsus clinic in Switzerland, Reimar Banis, MD of Germany and several others. He was a lead clinician at the Hope 4 Cancer Medical Center in Tijuana, Mexico and currently operates the Fransen Center for Advanced Medicine. Are you ready to release the power that limiting beliefs have been holding over you and keeping you from fully living the life that you truly desire? Listen to this episode to understand the power of limiting beliefs and how to break them. Episode Highlights: What are limiting beliefs? Where do limiting beliefs come from, and how do they show up in our lives? Are limiting beliefs trauma-based, inherited or learned? Do limiting beliefs impact relationships, manifestations and world view? How can we shift these beliefs and move into a new space of thriving? Connect with Nick here.    A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

With over 45 years of combined corporate experience, founders of Encore Empire, Carmen Reed-Gilkison and Deirdre Harter, work with women who are ready to own the power they've spent decades building by guiding them through the process of mastering their big ideas, wrangling their doubts, and taking action with smart, actionable strategy. They're a duo of a CPA and a Certified Online Business Manager & Whole Person Coach, each with their own entrepreneurial background, who have teamed up to help other women in their age bracket cash in on their life experience.  Carmen and Deirdre are committed to honoring the perspective and insight women in this age bracket bring to the table because real magic happens when we devote our time and energy not to taking care of everyone else—but to finally realize our own goals and ambitions.  In this episode, they share what it means to think like a CEO, and create the empire that you've always desired! Episode Highlights: How to think like a CEO at every stage of your business Emotion and data explained:why each are important to your business Self-value: knowing your worth and applying it to your business Time: how to use it to your advantage You can learn more about Encore Empire here.   A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."    

Guest Bio: Alison Petty is a NLP & IEMT Coach, Inspirational Speaker and Mindset Shifter. Her life's purpose is to enable her clients to figure out and dismantle whatever negative narrative or limiting belief that is holding them back so that they can go forth, create and live their very own life's purpose. With compassion, care and humor, she guides and supports her clients along every step of their journey to create dynamic and positive change throughout their personal and professional lives and ensure that they are equipped with the toolkit needed to self-coach as Alison's end goal is that they will no longer require her support as they have ‘got this'. In this episode, Alison demonstrates the impact of personal language. She shares how the words we use, what we tell ourselves, ultimately shape our experiences. Episode Highlights: Alison's personal journey through chronic illness, from a wheelchair to rock climbing, to coaching others to harness their mindset, rediscover resilience and live fully The connection between personal language, self-talk and how we define our experiences Embrace and own the awareness that we have endless choices on how we define and tell our personal narratives To learn more about Alison, her journey and what she offers through coaching, click here.   A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

Are you operating from core beliefs that are holding you back from your purpose and robbing you of precious energy? We expend a lot of energy around existing core beliefs, but once we let them go, we can reclaim our energy and use it to CREATE! This is great, but easier said than done, right? Releasing these core beliefs take a lot of work, and if you're already spent...you don't have much effort to spare. Even more so, these core beliefs are deeply rooted and can be hard to access, but it's time to shift and open up to creative possibilities. There is a way to do this without using minimal effort, and technology can help. I've personally been using a tech-assisted hypnotherapy program, and it has completely ROCKED my world, and now, I want to share it with YOU! For more information on the tech-assisted hypnotherapy program, click here.

In Part 2 of this episode, Tori shares some important insights that have allowed her to build a life she loves NOW and harmoniously connect her personal and professional life. She unlocks the key to being a good leader...(if you missed Part 1, go back and listen). Episode Highlights: How to lead with empathy by letting go of an external focus How to lead authentically, & trust that the right people will follow How to build self-trust in your own ability to be successful How to follow your heart, be happy, and still make money How to incorporate meaning, motivation and movement into your business How micro adjustments can help you open amazing possibilities How to embrace three things that will change your life and your business (listen to this episode to find out what they are) Connect with Tori here.  Guest Bio: Tori Boats is a spiritual coach & Business Strategist. She mentors high-achieving owners, founders & public figures on performance, strategy, mindset & execution to achieve their most ambitious goals with creativity, confidence, and courage. She wants her clients to move forward, and feel "FEEL LIT UP EVERY DAY" in their business. A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

Tori Boats is a spiritual coach & Business Strategist. She mentors high-achieving owners, founders & public figures on performance, strategy, mindset & execution to achieve their most ambitious goals with creativity, confidence, and courage. She wants her clients to move forward, and feel "FEEL LIT UP EVERY DAY" in their business. In this episode, Tori and I begin to break the common misconception that most business owners have learned and believe -If you want to make serious money, you can't do work that you love and be happy. It's one or the other...FALSE! Episode Highlights: Compartmentalization: Your professional and personal don't have to be separate (you don't have to pick one) To discover your purpose, start defining your values  Build self-trust and authenticity  Find joy in your current situation The Business Equation Join Tori and I for part 2 of this episode, where she highlights the strategies to connect your head and heart, so that they work together to create the joyful live you LOVE! Connect with Tori here.    A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

Do you ever feel like different components of your business compete against each other rather than work together? Perhaps, your collective narrative does not align. If you're wondering what this means, listen to Part 2 of my conversation with Guillaume Wiatr to find out… You know things need to change within your organization, but what's the first step? Change the way you CHANGE. In this episode, Guillaume shares with listeners: How to ask the right questions, as a leader, to accelerate growth and change How to understand your internal and external organizational views How to build narrative power throughout your organization How to make your team feel empowered and align your organizational culture and values Guest Bio: Guillaume Wiatr is the author of Strategic Narrative: A Simple Method That Business Leaders Can Use to Make Everyone Understand Their Business, Get Behind it and Believe In It. His company, MetaHelm, guides CEOs, founders, and business owners to align teams and accelerate innovation adoption. A former big-firm strategy consultant, Guillaume has founded four ventures. He is sought after by senior executives of companies like Alaska Airlines, the Gates Foundation, Generations For Peace, AIG, L'Oréal, Spencer Stuart, GAP, Google, Microsoft, and the US and French governments. Guillaume teaches and mentors entrepreneurs at startup incubators, EMLyon international business school, and the University of Washington Master of Science in Entrepreneurship, ranked #3 in the US. Connect with Guillaume here. A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

Guest Bio: Guillaume Wiatr is the author of Strategic Narrative: A Simple Method That Business Leaders Can Use to Make Everyone Understand Their Business, Get Behind it and Believe In It. His company, MetaHelm, guides CEOs, founders, and business owners to align teams and accelerate innovation adoption. A former big-firm strategy consultant, Guillaume has founded four ventures. He is sought after by senior executives of companies like Alaska Airlines, the Gates Foundation, Generations For Peace, AIG, L'Oréal, Spencer Stuart, GAP, Google, Microsoft, and the US and French governments. Guillaume teaches and mentors entrepreneurs at startup incubators, EMLyon international business school, and the University of Washington Master of Science in Entrepreneurship, ranked #3 in the US.   Intro: Are you going through life operating by your own narrative? The answer is YES! Everyone does, but does your narrative align with your personal and professional belief and value system? Further, does this narrative help you to achieve your goals or promote an organizational culture that positively impacts your team and reaches your prospects?   Episode Highlights: The difference between a story and a narrative and why this is important for both individuals and businesses The connection between personal and professional narratives and the ability to reshape them to better align with goals, values and actions The organizational importance of a strategic narrative for leaders, teams and prospects   Join us next week as Guillaume shares how to align our narratives to positively impact leadership, culture, sales and marketing, ultimately fulfilling the desires and needs of our prospects.   Connect with Guillaume here.   A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."  

Figuring out how you can set yourself up for success, in a general sense, can be difficult to navigate.  In Part 2, of my conversation with Miriam Meima, we discuss how you can balance self-care and your own needs, while still meeting the needs of others like clients, work, family and friends. Episode Highlights: Managing self-care and life expectations Gaining clarity and understanding of your present situation Evolving past being a high-performer Accepting that your value as a person is bigger than the results you produce Recognizing your present needs and trusting that your future needs will be met If you haven't listened to part 1 of our conversation (released last week), go back and listen! Connect with Miriam here.   Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine.

About this week's guest, Miriam Meima: With over 20 years of experience as a coach and facilitator, Miriam Meima is passionate about supporting humans in seeing themselves more clearly, knowing what makes them unique + learning a few key skills – this is the path to living fulfilling lives. It is also the path to becoming more authentic & more effective leaders. Miriam has coached 1000s of leaders at 100s of companies through all industries, sizes and stages of growth. She holds an MA in Organizational and Management Development and a BA in Business and Psychology.   About this week's episode:   You live with expectations. You have consented to some of these expectations and you have created other expectations for yourself. What happens when you are not mentally, physically or emotionally operating on a full tank of gas? In this conversation, Miriam and I discuss our own experiences and inner chatter, especially when we don't have the energy to do the activities on our calendar.  Episode Highlights: Observing the experience of low energy and inner chatter Stopping self-judgment in the gap between expectations and energy Plowing through vs. loving ourselves through these experiences Staying present in the moment Gaining confidence from self-care There is so much goodness in this conversation that it will be broken into 2 episodes, so that you can make time to enjoy it all! Connect with Miriam here. Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine.

This week's episode guest is Jessica Harrington who received her Master's in Public Health at West Chester University. She is the owner of Journey to Yourself, is a speaker, and stress management health educator. Through her career and education, she realized that we all have a common issue—everyone, at some point or another, struggles with handling stress. This realization led her to create Journey to Yourself.   Stress is as much a part of our experience as breathing and yet, when we feel stressed, we feel out of control.    In this episode, we will discuss how we can create a healthier relationship with ourselves that would allow us to accept, rather than resist, what is happening around us. During our time together, Jess and I talk about the importance of:   - Knowing and expressing what we truly want  - Setting standards and boundaries for oneself - Taking time for oneself to recharge and reflect - Practicing small self-care activities as a form of stress management - Effectively communicating our needs and desires to others - Prioritizing self-awareness, self-care, and healthy boundaries for happiness and stress management   Do yourself a favor and listen to this episode to begin your journey towards a happier,  less-stressed life!   Connect with Jess here. Find her on YouTube and listen to her podcast Stress Less with Jess. Follow her on Instagram or join her Facebook group.   A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

In this insightful and thought-provoking episode, we delve into the detrimental effects of complaining on personal and professional growth. Through practical examples, we explore the powerful impact that complaining can have on our ability to achieve success and happiness.   Discover how complaining can silently sabotage our goals and learn effective strategies to overcome this destructive habit.   Do you know why we complain? Listen to this episode to better understand the why behind complaining, its impact on our energy and the way we show up, and how we can shift conversations from complaints to infinite possibilities!   Join us on this enlightening journey as we uncover the silent saboteur of complaining and empower ourselves to achieve greater success, happiness, and personal growth!   A note from me, your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

In a world that values productivity, action, and results, we often overlook the importance of paying attention. In today's episode, I'll share a powerful strategy to help you shift your attention from overthinking and narrow focus to a more inclusive, mindful state of being. By exploring the continuum of attention, from narrow to diffuse, we will learn to pay attention more consciously, gain more control over our thoughts and emotions, and reduce chronic stress. This simple yet profound practice will not only improve our mental and emotional health; but also, unlock our creative potential and access to our intuition. Join me to discover the power of attention, and learn how to incorporate this practice into your daily life. A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

Starting a business can be lonely, even terrifying, but you can move to a place of freedom driven by your unique purpose. Sarah Piedrahita is an entrepreneur and the founder of Need to Breathe Coaching. She shows her clients how to connect faster, close faster, and make people matter, giving them more time and freedom to do the things they want to do. Sarah helps clients gain the ability to have more time freedom, financial freedom, and effectively connect with others. In this episode, Sarah shares how to: Develop self-awareness and practice self-validation Identify your core beliefs and values Discover your custom-designed purpose Become aligned with your beliefs, values and purpose to create connection and freedom, personally and professionally Take imperfect action and overcome rejection Sarah encourages listeners to step into the ring with the contenders of fear, rejection and contention -helping you realize that you are qualified NOW, as you are.  You can find Sarah here. A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

What is it that you really want in life? Maybe this question stirs up multiple feelings for you... Do you feel uncertainty, overwhelm, curiosity, or confusion? Whatever you feel, it's OK. This episode will help you start on the journey to figure out what it is you truly desire in this life. We'll explore: Why this is such a challenging question to answer The barriers that keep us from exploring this question Where to begin to explore what it is that we really want Simple ways to strengthen our beliefs, confidence and clarity on getting to the root of what we desire How to be open to our experiences and possibilities along the way The importance of purpose when it comes to discovering our desires If you're ready to find what it is you truly want, listen to this episode. Reach out to mary@bluebambooleadership.com if you want to discuss this topic further or if you have questions.   A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."    

Are you ready to transition out of the old fear-based paradigm of scarcity, greed and competition (business as war) … and into a new love-based reality of collaboration, compassion and abundance? This week's podcast guest, Sue Elliott is a Visionary Leader and founder of My Angel Coach. Working with leaders, coaches and consultants, Sue helps clients integrate divine guidance into their work, and release anxiety, stress, fear and trauma, so they can make a bigger difference! During our time together, Sue and I discuss the following: New Reality Business (what is it) The Importance of Unconditional Self-Love  The struggle to live from Abundance Consciousness How to create new possibilities for ourselves and everyone we encounter If you're curious and wondering if things can get better, this episode is for you. After listening, you'll walk away feeling lighter, excited and ready to receive what is exactly for you! Sue reminds listeners that it's not so much WHAT you do as the energy space and consciousness WITH WHICH you do it. To connect with Sue, you can find her on Facebook or LinkedIn. A note from your host, Mary: Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine.

Maybe your business is doing well, but you know it's time for a change… You want to lead with purpose, cultivate sustainable growth and support your team. In this episode, Wolfgang von Geramb, a serial entrepreneur, female entrepreneur coach and TedxSpeaker, sets the stage for something new. During our time together, Wolf and I discuss how to: Shift your your leadership identity from needing support to supporting your team Create a nurturing culture where team members feel seen Align your leadership during different stages of growth and scaling Navigate the difference between leading a team and building structures that lead a team  Wolf encourages entrepreneurs and business owners to discover their hidden values and align them with their leadership compass.      To connect with Wolf, find him here. This is his mission. He is currently doing research on female founders and their journey to scale. If you'd like to discuss this with him, schedule a time to chat with Wolf here. Join him for the Future Your Growth Retreat   A note from your host, Mary: Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine.

Are you leading your life or are you letting it lead you? Whether you know it or not, you're leading your life either by choice or by default. If you have been pursuing your passions with everything you have AND you're noticing the toll this is taking on your relationships, your health, your wealth and your own wellbeing, you need to understand the power of energy. In this episode, you'll learn that energy impacts every aspect of your life, both personally and professionally, and shapes the way you see the world. I'll discuss the: Difference between catabolic and anabolic energy Energy Leadership Index-what it is, how to use it and the different energy levels Pattern of defensiveness and how to break it If you want to move to a space of ultimate creativity where you: Gain a greater sense of purpose Access your personal genius Make quick, accurate decisions Get more done in less time Reduce stress Enjoy deeper connection with others Attract success  Inspire those around you this episode is 100% for you! To learn more about the Energy Leadership Index, grab my free download here. Reach out to me at mary@bluebambooleadership.com for a deep dive into your personal energy with the ELI assessment. 

Mindy Flanigan is the Founder & Chief Inspiration Officer at Inspiring HR, an organization whose mission is to help small business owners improve their business performance and bottom lines. For Mindy, it's HR done differently, simplifying HR, with a focus on the essential few activities that achieve maximum results for her clients.    During our time together, Mindy and I focus on: Defining and managing boundaries Leveraging out certain tasks in your business Letting go of the "do it all TODAY" mentality Leading with your heart and inspiring others to keep growing  Mindy offers this to listeners: "Pay attention to what your heart, mind and body are telling you!"   To connect with Mindy: Inspiring HR website LinkedIn YouTube   A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

Life is full of many experiences each day, so how do we create them? We create experiences by giving meaning to them. The meaning we give creates our story.  Are you happy with your story? In this episode, we'll explore the connection between self-awareness, experience and how the two shape our stories. We'll better understand the connection between: Experiences and stories Emotions and motivational energy Belief patterns, expectations and self-awareness You'll also learn the first step to becoming self-aware.  If you want to consciously create outcomes that satisfy you beyond your own limited expectations, listen to this episode. If you want to explore this topic further, connect with me here. A note from your host, Mary: Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine.

Elvira Marie Chang is a CliftonStrengths-based Educator, Course Creator, & Gallup Certified Strengths Coach. In her own words, “she gets to focus on people – what's best about them, what's possible for them, and how that ripples outward and forward.” In this episode of Fully Alive, Elvira encourages listeners to create a life (and business) where who they are is the same at work, at home, in community, etc. During our time together, Elvira and I discuss what it means to be fully present, as your most authentic self, without artificial boundaries. Some highlights include: Recognizing, defining and embracing your individuality and talents, so that you can positively impact all aspects of your personal and professional life Responding to situations and events in a way that make yourself and others feel seen, heard and safe Showing empathy and understanding to others by focusing on their individuality and uniqueness Seeing how your beliefs, needs, patterns of thinking and values shape who you are and connecting those to your talents If you feel unsettled, like you're not fully living, Elvira offers this: “ We haven't really valued or seen ourselves for who we are because we are too busy comparing. We haven't created that life or environment where we are constantly using our talents and our natural wiring in the sweet spot.” Find out more about Elvira and her work here. Check out her YouTube channel all about using your Individuality towards your path to Success, Joy, and Fulfillment. A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

Kelly Geisler is an intuitive Business & Mindset coach for heart-centered female entrepreneurs. She specializes in building, growing, and scaling soul-aligned businesses, so they can create significant impact while generating financial abundance & success doing what they love. In this episode of Fully Alive, Kelly shares how to expand your opportunities by embracing the "possibility habit." During our time together, Kelly and I discuss specific strategies that you can use to shift out of limitation and into the world of possibilities! Some of the highlights include: Showing up bravely even when you're scared Letting go of the “either or mindset” and shift to the “and” possibility Embracing curiosity and new experiences Pausing and receiving all that beauty that the universe has to give What Kelly offers to listeners is great... "When we do the internal work with the limiting beliefs or fears in our mind, we can respond differently. It doesn't make the hard or negative experience go away, but we'll show up differently, more resourceful; we'll show up more aligned with our own truth.” Learn more about Kelly here. You can also find her on Instagram. A note from your host, Mary: "Thank you for tuning into the Fully Alive podcast! To explore more related content, please join the Fully Alive Facebook group and subscribe to the free ConsciousPreneur magazine."

Do you feel like you've been searching to find your light your entire life? Maybe you're living, but you're not fully alive. If you've done all the right things and you're still left with disappointing results, it's time to try something new. In this episode, I'd like to share with you what I am learning on my continuous journey to becoming fully alive and to let my light shine into the world. Together, let's explore what happens when we begin to: Take ownership and responsibility for our own experiences Connect our head and our heart Maintain a mindset of flexibility and leave space for new information Embracing these practices have allowed me to live my purpose, expand my impact and create with ease.  If you're ready to become Fully Alive, give yourself permission to play with these ideas and explore new possibilities. To further discuss podcast episodes and similar content, join the Fully Alive Facebook group. As an added bonus, you're invited to subscribe to the ConsciousPreneur magazine. This free resource is full of wisdom from business owners, professionals and creatives who share their growth stories and offer valuable insight that they've learned on their entrepreneurial journey. 

Daniel Matalon is the founder of #IsThereEnough, a provocative new conversation about the intersection of survival economics and social justice. He is also the co-founder of Impact Launchpad, a UK based venture studio for social impact incubation and development.   During our time together, Daniel and I discuss how to: Live in a world that works for everyone through agreement Find creative solutions and let go of the warring/winning mentality Facilitate conversation between opposing views  Explore the creative possibilities that arise from agreement You can learn more about Daniel and connect with him here.   

Digital marketing strategist and founder of the boutique agency, Social Abundance Marketing, Wendy Manganaro knows that the best social media doesn't start on a specific platform or with a marketing tactic, but instead, consistently marketing where your target market hangs out at. Specifically, Wendy works with female entrepreneurs who want to turn their gift to heal others into an income. She teaches them to be consistently visible in a way that evokes their potential clients to buy intentionally. During our time together, Wendy and I discuss: Unblocking your marketing mindset Developing an authentic marketing strategy and processes  Creating a marketing strategy that attracts the right potential buyers Ensuring that your marketing strategy is right for you, your company and the people you want to attract The best way to connect with Wendy is on LinkedIn or by emailing her at wendy@socialabundancemarketing.com  

Orly Zeewy is a brand architect who helps startups cut through the noise. She has worked with dozens of founders and entrepreneurs to uncover their brands' DNA. Her book, Ready, Launch, Brand: The Lean Marketing Guide for Startups, teaches start-ups how to close the marketing gaps that can slow down sales and make it harder to scale their business. Within the pages, Orly shares her brand process for building the right team, attracting brand evangelists, and cultivating a sustainable company culture. During our time together, Orly and I discuss: Information: How to obtain, process and apply it Clarifying who you are, what your message is and how to communicate it to your clients Start-ups: Marketing, branding and passion Focus: The key factor to growth How to scale your business This episode is for anyone who is looking to understand marketing and messaging to propel their business into sustainable growth. You can connect with Orly here.

Tim James is one of those guys that will leave you feeling younger and more energetic just by hearing him speak. His passion flows out of him like a fresh waterfall in a dry desert. He's turning 50 but feels like he's 18 (with more energy!) What's his secret? After suffering from multiple health issues, Tim knew something had to change. Tim's journey led him to a shocking discovery which helped his friend beat cancer and transform every area of his life. Feeling charged with a duty to help others, he started sharing his knowledge with anyone that would listen. This led him to producing his own chemical free food products. ‘Chemical Free Body' was born. Tim's inbox is constantly flooded with people singing and dancing about how his products and advice have given them a life they couldn't believe was possible. His story will have you laughing, crying and gasping but most importantly he will give you the recipe to a longer, happier and healthier life. Tim shares his health story, entrepreneurial journey and path to conscious living in this episode. Find out more about Tim and his business here.

Sheri Berke, is an author, a personal and business reinvention strategist, and accomplishment guide for the woman professional who is struggling to find satisfaction and happiness in their current situation. Sheri supports her clients to reinvent their lives, finances, and their vision of freedom, so they find the opportunity and fulfillment they are seeking. Her book Everything I Learned About Life I Learned on Vacation was released in September 2022.  During our time together, Sheri and I discuss: Discovering and deciding your own worthiness and how to achieve the desired outcome Creating a future brighter than the past Choosing to say "YES!" to opportunities and taking action to fulfill them This episode is for anyone who is searching for happiness, a deeper satisfaction, and encouragement to take the first step!   You can connect with Sheri here. 

After spending 36 years suffering the ups and downs of corporate America, Jim Hardwick sought out to live a life of significance. For Jim, this means serving others. As a sales consultant, Jim takes his servant's heart into every engagement with a client. He is now having the most fun he's ever had sharing his gifts and talents to help others grow, prosper and succeed.  During this episode, Jim and I discuss: His journey to service and significance (which includes an unexpected trip to Kenya) The different variations of service How to appreciate, cultivate and use your gifts Why fun and play should be a part of your work life Being a leader, not a boss Discovering your passion   Jim loves to connect with people! You can find him here.

With over 30 years of marketing and sales experience, this week's guest, Teresa Paul has helped thousands of businesses GROW! Relying on core values and a success mindset, she works with clients to let go of limiting beliefs and jump start their sales.   During our time together, Teresa and I discuss: Relational vs. Transactional Selling Sales; a very personal profession Connection; important for both the seller and client Awareness and Confidence; harnessing both to maximize your sales power Learn more about Teresa here.  

This week's guest is Nina Froriep. She is a visual storyteller, video marketer and filmmaker who helps service-based entrepreneurs create easy + impactful video marketing, so they can attract their ideal clients, grow their businesses, and be disruptors of their industry.  Nina shares her passion for helping others make an impact. Together, we discuss: Breaking barriers to achieve your genuine purpose Using your gifts and talents to help others Understanding video marketing as an exciting opportunity and necessary tool to grow your business and connect with clients Creating a content strategy that fits your schedule, personality and tells your story Learn more about Nina and her company here.

Paty Mariposa is a social worker, seasoned crisis and trauma professional, certified health coach, professional speaker and owner of Mariposa Holistic. She empowers heart-centered professionals and individuals experiencing stress and overwhelm through an integrated holistic system of transformational programs, support, and self-care resources, so they can continue to manifest their highest potential towards a happy and healthy balanced life as they continue to be of service for the greater good. During our time together, Paty and I discuss: Trauma: what it is, how to understand it, ways it manifests, different types Connecting your childhood traumas to your present experiences How your body processes trauma and stress and the energy you release Ways to begin the healing process and post-traumatic growth The importance of valid support and resources for your healing journey Shifting your beliefs and the stories you tell yourself to begin healing You can learn more about Patty and her services here.

My guest this week is Jeannie Dougherty. She is a counselor, certified money coach, speaker, facilitator, and trainer. Jeannie works with businesses, individuals, and couples to help them find better ways to reach their goals. Together, we discuss: Letting go of limiting financial beliefs Taking responsibility for our relationship with money Getting rid of financial imposter syndrome Setting ourselves up for financial security and success Understanding the emotional connection to finances You can connect with Jeannie here.

This week's guest, Dr. Varun Gandhi is a life orchestrator, soulpreneur, Angel investor, inventor, philanthropist and a water doctor. He enjoys orchestrating businesses, events, and ideas about the self (self-image)!    During our time together, Dr. Gandhi and I discuss: How to quite the internal and external chatters that are keeping you from living your truth The importance of trusting your body and the signals it provides Different ways to cope, overcome and work through obstacles and challenges (how to use these experiences to grow stronger in your most authentic self) How to let go of the perfection misconception You can connect with Dr. Gandhi here

Diane is the owner of Virtual DiVA, LLC and on deck and ready to give it her all! When it comes to small businesses, she manages non-income producing tasks, non-billable items, and everything from team building to accounting! She is able to grant assistance in making your bottom line more profitable, and making your occupational life a much simpler, manageable place. During our time together, Diane and I discuss: Virtual Assistance 101: What is it, why is it important, and how is it different than working face-to-face The pros and cons of hiring a VA How to know when it's the right time to hire a VA for your business Having a framework to set you, your VA and ultimately your business up for success The personality match and why it's crucial to hiring the right VA You can connect with Diane here.   

My guest this week is Gerard Carpenter, a Business Development Strategist who helps clients transform their businesses through cost-optimization and financial system implementation projects.  During our time together, Gerard and I discuss how: The right systems can provide you with efficiency, profitability, financial independence and professional autonomy To align your systems to support your personal and professional visions, goals and long-term plans To recognize your professional value and get others to see you as a person of value To use your professional reach to make a long-term positive impact You can connect with Gerard here.